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who have benefited since joining. If you want to improve 

your health and fitness whilst at the same time meeting new 

people, go along to the Library every Monday morning from 

9.30am. The walkers leave at 10am for either a 60 or 90 

walk in the beautiful countryside around Milnrow and 

Newhey. 

Milnrow Brass Band are appealing for local people to get 

involved in fundraising which is needed for their forthcoming 

appearances including the National Brass Band 

Championships Finals at the Royal Albert Hall in October. 

Another excellent 'From the Archives' article from Gary 

Heywood Everettt focuses on 'The Angel' which, until the 

1960's, was situated at the place where Manchester Rd has 

its junction with The Esplanade and at the entrance to 

Broadfield Park. The Angel was reputed to have been a 

regular meeting place for the people of Rochdale and 

represented a gateway point into the town centre . 

Until next month.... 

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“THANK YOU - I'M NOT GOING 

ANYWHERE” - COUNCILLOR ANDY KELLY 

Councillor Andy Kelly has pledged to continue his efforts for the people of Milnrow, Newhey and 

Ogden, following the General Election. Despite being unsuccessful in the General Election, the 

campaigning councillor has kept his promise to continue to fight to protect green belt in The Pennines, to 

make the area safer and says his will continue to fight to get a better deal from Rochdale. 

Andy, who came third in the 

General Election, behind Labour 

and the Conservatives improved 

his position from fourth to third. 

He says the bulk of his votes 

came from places like here and 

Healey and Shawclough. He 

said, "Firstly, thank you for the 

great support I received from 

local people. It was greatly 

appreciated. It soon became 

apparent though that the 

national fight between Jeremy 

Corbyn's Labour and Theresa 

May's Conservatives changed 

how people voted. Many 

people put local issues to one 

side and voted for the party 

they thought had a chance of 

being in Government." 

Andy continued, "The General 

Election came as a shock to 

everybody. It came at least 2 

years early for the Liberal 

Democrats. We are half way 

through a rebuilding process. 

The General Election was a 

huge help for us though. We 

now have more members and 

activists than for a generation. 

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This is especially true around here. People saw 

the work we've done to protect our green belt, 

how we voted against Labour's 34% pay rise 

and how we stand up to Labour and fight for our 

area. I said during the election that when the 

dust settles I wouldn't be going anywhere. I will 

be hitting the streets shortly to continue to do 

my job as a Councillor alongside Councillor Irene 

Davidson." 

Andy has pledged to continue to fight to protect 

green belt in The Pennines. Regular 

STREETWISE readers will know how our area 

mobilised against plans to build on our green 

belt late last year and early this year. 

Thousands of you returned letters, signed 

petitions and attended public meetings. This 

had a major impact and housing plans, the 

biggest since the Second World War are now 

being looked at again by the powers that be. 

Councillor Kelly said, "Whilst we welcome the 

fact that the original plans look like they have 

been withdrawn - we must not rest on our 

laurels. We need to make the case that our 

green spaces are not free for development. I 

moved here 20 odd years ago, to bring up my 

children because I love the place. I love the fact 

that within 5 minutes of any part of Milnrow 

and Newhey you can be walking fields, climbing hills and the rest. I and others will not sit back and let them be threatened 

again." 

Councillor Irene Davidson said, "I am proud of Andy. In debates he spoke about our precious green belt, he spoke of improving 

public transport in The Pennines and much more. His passion for our area shone through. The fact that so many people locally 

voted him just goes to show how much people appreciate his efforts." 

Councillor Andy Kelly 

Liberal Democrats 


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Local Area Forums:- 

The date for the next Milnrow, Newhey & Firgrove Local Area 

Forum is Thursday 21st September. This will take place from 

7pm at Milnrow Cricket Club, Harbour Lane Milnrow. 

Please note that dates and times of these meetings are 

subject to change so please do not hesitate to contact your 

Local Townships and Engagement Officer, Tracey Knight, for 

Pennines on 01706 922227, who will be able to confirm 

dates and times of all future Local Area Forums. 

If you have any issues or concerns please come along to air 

your views. You can help to make a difference in your 

community. 

Guided Walks & Tours 

The Syke Walk and Talk Group meet every Monday at 1.00 

pm and Friday 10.00am at Syke Methodist Chapel where 

there will be toilet facilities and hot drinks and 

socialising after the walks. There are 2 levels on the walk on 

Monday, a high quick walk and a slower one. There are also 

three levels on a Friday. A high fast walk, an intermediate 

walk and a slower one if needed. So there is something to 

suit everyone and all abilities. 

The Milnrow Library Walk and Talk Group 

The Milnrow Library Walk and Talk Group meet every Monday 

morning, leaving out at 10.00am on walks around the local 

countryside. There are 2 levels of walks, a slower walk lasting 

60 mins grade 2, or a longer walk taking 90 mins grade 3. 

They are suitable for people wishing to increase their activity 

level, meet socially and make new friends. The walks are free 

and lead by volunteer walk leaders. After the walks the group 

returns to the library for refreshments and a friendly chat. 

Please make sure you have suitable outdoor walking shoes or 

boots. 

Milnrow Library Events 

Knit & Knatter 

Every Monday from 2-4pm 

Beginner Computer 

Every Tuesday 10-12 noon (Numbers are limited for this 

session) 

Family History 

Every Tuesday from 2-4pm 

The library subscribe to an ancestry website so you are 

welcome to bring along the names of your ancestors and 

research them. 

Sure Start Under 5's Story Time 

Every Tuesday morning 

Poetry Group 

Every Thursday 11am-12 noon 

Craft Group 

Every Friday from 10-12 noon 

Bring along any craft you are working on 

CANCER RESEARCH UK 

Heywood and Rochdale Local Committee invites you to a 

COFFEE MORNING From 10am to 12 noon 

On Wednesday 5th July 2017 at St John's Church, Hopwood, 

Manchester Rd, Heywood OL10 2EQ. £3 entry fee includes a 

coffee and a biscuit. There will also be a Raffle. 

Springhill Hospice Events 

Saturday 8thJuly – Summer Serenade 

Bring a picnic and a blanket then sit back, relax and enjoy 

this live concert in the beautiful Hospice Gardens.6pm for 

6.30pm start. Entry fee, Springhill Hospice. 

Saturday 15th July – Pyjama Parade 

Put your pyjamas on and follow the parade on this 10km 

Sleep Walk. 

For further details about any Springhill Hospice events, please 

contact the fundraising department on 01706 641790 or by 

e-mail lillie.winterbottom@nhs.net 

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Jazz on a Sunday presents the following in July 

2017:- 

July 9th - Emily Bacon's Good Time Gang 

July 13th - The Hallam-Roberts Quintet 

July 23rd - Jake Leg Jug Band 

Venue: Newtown National Club, Castleton Rochdale OL11 

3JN, Tel: 01706 640713 

Ground Floor, Free Car Park, Concerts start at 8pm. 

All enquiries: Tel/Fax Tony 0161 740 3714 

The Milnrow District W.I 

The Milnrow District W.I. meets every second Tuesday of the 

month at St James’s Church, St James Street,Milnrow, OL16 

3JS. Come along and join us for an eventful evening 

featuring a diverse range of topics and activities. 

Next Meeting:- 

11th July - Dr Paul Garside of the British Library will speak 

to us about preserving national treasures for the future, from 

the Magna Carta to Bagpuss. 

New visitors and new members are always most welcome. 

Please contact us by email – milnrowwi@gmail.com or on 

facebook: milnrow and district W.I or twitter: 

@milnrow_wi. 

Come and see what the WI does to Inspire women! 

A Summer Evening with Cantare, Rochdale’s 

foremost female voice choir - Saturday 8th July, 

8.00pm – 10.00pm 

Join Cantare, and special guests Rossendale Male Voice 

Choir, for an inspiring and entertaining evening of song. And 

cake. To be held at Church of St Edmund, Clement Royds St, 

Rochdale, OL12 6PL. 

Entry fee is £9, including summery refreshments. 

Accompanied children free. Tickets available in advance 

from Sarina Ellis 01706 642471 or you can pay on the 

door. 

Rochdale Parish Church – Saturday 22nd July from 

3pm 

The Scott Brothers Duo, Jonathon and Tom Scott will be 

performing a celebrity piano duet concert to inaugurate the 

new grand piano. Tickets are £10 (including afternoon tea) 

and are available on the door or can be reserved in advance 

by contacting 01706 639162or emailing 

j.midgley448@btinternet.com. 

Rochdale Rotary Club - Rochdale Classic Car, 

Motorcycle and Family Fun Day – Sunday 16th July 

To be held at Littleborough Sports Club from 10am until 

4pm to help raise money for the Macmillan Nurses and 

Prostrate Cancer Care in the UK and Medic Malawi. There 

are classic cars and motorcycles, a live music stage, over 40 

craft, gift, artisan food, business and charity stalls. Along 

with other children’s entertainments, including, fairground, 

face painting and birds of prey display with interactive zone. 

The clubhouse will also be serving food, hot and cold drinks 

and the bar will be open all day. 

The sports club is a short walk from the lake but we will be 

running two free shuttle buses from the Lakeside Car Parks 

and visitors centre throughout the day. 

For more information check out 

www.rochdaleclassiccarshow.org.uk. 

The Sanctuary MBS Hosts a Spiritual Extravaganza 

Kicking off with a fantastic evening of clairvoyance on Friday 

14th July 7.30pm at the Norton Grange Hotel, Manchester 

Road, Norden. There will be a medley of three amazing 

mediums! Tickets are £10.00 if you pre book in advance 

and £12.50 on the door. 

Followed by a spiritual Fair on Saturday 15th and 16th July 

10am – 5pm. Entry £3 or £5 for a two day pass. 

Concessions £2 and children are free. There will be talks and 

demos all day with over 45 exhibitors including crystal and 

retail stalls, healers and therapists and top mediums. 


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RIDE, ENJOY, 

PRESERVE, PROMOTE 

Milnrow&Newhey Bridleways group re-formed last year with the aim of keeping local riding 

routes open and properly maintained, so that riders can continue to enjoy access to safe, offroad 

riding. We believe it’s important to preserve and promote these routes for the next 

generation of riders. 

The group is affiliated to the British Horse Society and we are working in line with their Access Campaign, 

which seeks to restore and extend equestrian rights of way and ensure that they are recorded before the 

2026 cut-off date, when any unmarked routes will be lost forever. 

We are currently working on a big project – the repair of Carr Lane in Milnrow. Carr Lane is an important 

strategic link in the heart of our rights of way network but it has fallen into a dangerous state of disrepair. 

Carr Lane provides off-road access to the Pennine Bridleway, Rochdale Way, Littleborough and the Rapes 

Highway, a very old packhorse route from Milnrow to Marsden, It is a restricted by-way and multi-user 

route, serving not only horse-riders but also mountain bikers, ramblers, walkers, runners, and anyone who 

wishes to explore the great outdoors. 

Carr Lane is part of our local heritage and would have been used as a main route in and out of Rochdale, 

something like the M62 of today. People from Milnrow would have used the Lane back in the 1800s to get 

up to the Rapes Highway and travel to Marsden where they could collect rushes for rushlights. The pith of 

the rush would be dipped in animal fat and lit, in order to provide inexpensive lighting in the home. 

Unfortunately, Carr Lane is currently treacherous to use, whether on foot, bike or horseback, and it is in 

urgent need of repair to safeguard both local people andthe visitors who wish to use it.Due to the Lane's 

aspect, slope and volume of natural water running down the hillside, the repair needs to be of a noneroding 

type, and the fix needs to be sustainable, so as to preserve the route for future generations. 

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With current estimations of £150 a metre, such a fix is not going to be cheap, so the 700 metre-long lane 

will require substantial funds to make it safe, and secure its future. Unsurprisingly, the Council have 

insufficient funds to fix this right of way and so the bridleways group have taken on the mammoth task of 

fundraising. We are running our own fundraising events, have just completed crowdfunding and we are in 

the process of identifying sources of funding for which we can apply. 

Repairing Carr Lane will not, of course, benefit just individual horse riders. We have two established riding 

schools in the area - Broad Carr Farm Riding School, Milnrow and Dickey Steps Riding School, Rakewood, 

who do an important job in teaching children, young people and adults, including those who are disabled, 

to ride and promoting health & well-being. Furthermore, as the Lane is part of a larger route, it serves not 

only riders in the local community but also those visiting or passing through from further afield, e.g. Oxhey 

Western Trail Rides in Denshaw. 

Repairing Carr Lane will also benefit the mountain bikers, ramblers, runners and walkers. We've already 

made contact with some local rambling and walking groups who we think will benefit. The local Academy 

school have used the Lane for Duke of Edinburgh activities and cross-country running and support our plans 

and Evans Cycles organise mountain bike events in this area every year. 

We would really like to hear from people in other user groups in our community, who would benefit from 

the repair of Carr Lane, and who would therefore share and support our vision. So if there are any groups or 

individuals who are walkers, ramblers, mountain bikers or local historians, interested in preserving our local 

heritage, please get in touch. We believe that Carr Lane is a community asset and together we can make a 

stronger application for funding and succeed in restoring this important right of way. 

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From the 

archives 

From the archives - 

The Angel 

Until the 1960’s, at the place where Manchester Road has its junction with The Esplanade and at the 

entrance to Broadfield Park, stood a monument locally known as The Angel. Proud upon a four foot 

Yorkshire stone base, it stood fifteen feet high against the trees of the park, resplendent in long flowing 

robes with wings outstretched and with a left arm raised heavenwards. The statue was made from white 

Sicilian marble and still remembered by many in the town as a once-prominent figure representing 

something about Rochdale itself. Generations of people will recall The Angel as they walked past it from 

the park or caught sight of it from passing buses and traffic. It stood as a silent but welcoming spirit of the 

town. 

The statue had been presented to Rochdalein 1899 by Ellen MacKinnon who then lived in Surrey,in dedication to and 

memory of her mother Augusta. It was a commission for the sculptor Francis John Williamson of Esher, one of Queen 

Victoria’s favourite artists. 

A number of sites close to the town centre had been considered at which to erect The Angel including placing it by The 

Butts, but this was felt to be inappropriate due to its proximity to the electric tram system. Eventually the corner of 

Manchester Road was identified as suitable by the town council and this place was agreed as appropriate by Miss 

MacKinnon herself. 

Originally its function was a drinking place as in front of its base stood a large water trough for horses and a smaller, 

lower one for dogs. In the late 19th century these were important refreshment points for the horses which were employed 

in drawing hundreds of waggons and other vehicles into and out of the town. When the junction at the bottom of 

Manchester Road was altered just before the Second World War, the drinking troughs were removed but The Angel 

remained. The dogs, no doubt, had to go thirsty! 

Given the vulnerability of The Angel’s material, there had been calls over time to protect it by re-locating it to a less 

busy part of town, one suggestion being that it should be placed at the bottom of the main staircase in the Town Hall. 

None of these suggestions were, in the event, taken up. Consequently, weather erosion and the vibration and pollution 

effect of ever-increasing traffic into Rochdale caused the statue to deteriorate with reports through the 1950’s that the 

hands of The Angel were crumbling, the face showing signs of erosion and the wings in danger of falling away. Eventually, 


in April 1961, it was removed by the Waterworks 

Department and sent for examination in order to 

estimate the costs of repair. Following this 

assessment, the Town Hall committees felt that 

the price asked to restore it would be too high and 

it was removed either to a depot at Princess Street 

or to the Entwistle Road Transport Depot where 

it was believed to have been destroyed. There is 

some irony if it was taken to the latter depot 

near to Entwistle Road, as Augusta MacKinnon 

(to whom the statue was dedicated) was the 

sister, and Ellen the niece of John Entwistle who 

had been not only Rochdale’s first Conservative 

MP in 1835 and a member of the wealthy 

landowner family of the Foxholes estate, but 

the person after whom the road was named! 

Letters to the Observer in 1961 reflected the 

belief by many people in the town that the 

removal of The Angel rather than its 

restoration, was a blow to Rochdale and a 

slight upon the Entwistle family. It was felt 

to have been too important simply to have been 

scrapped without plans to replace it in some way. And there have been calls as recently as 2010 to have another 

Angel designed and erected to welcome people into the town, but as yet, these have fallen upon deaf political ears. 

The Angel was reputed to have been, for many years, a regular meeting place for the people of Rochdale but more than 

anything represented a gateway point into the town centre and a proud artistic and religious statement about Rochdale’s 

welcoming nature. Perhaps now, more than ever, it is time to revive such symbols of hope and generosity and bring 

back The Angel and its spirit to the town. 

If you have any memories or comments about The Angel, I’d be delighted to hear from you and add them 

to a growing Rochdale archive on the subject. Please contact Gary Heywood-Everett at 

garyheywoodeverett@yahoo.co.uk or leave your comments by text or by recorded message at 

07745201263. 


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Milnrow Library Health Walks 

have visit from Rochdale Living 

Well Service 

Throughout last month there has been great awareness targeting on personal health issues. The NHS obesity bill now exceeds 

hip operation costs; and the NHS are offering free Health Checks to prevent risks of developing conditions of heart disease, 

stroke, type 2 diabetes, kidney disease and dementia. 

Mr Danny Smith from Rochdale Living Well Service came to Milnrow Library Health Walk Group during Diabetes Week (12/19 

June) to encourage people, especially men, to have regular Health Checks. Being overweight and physically inactive can lead 

to type 2 diabetes. 

Our Monday walks throughout the local 

countryside are designed for all people 

who wish to gain the health benefits of 

regular exercise, and also offer the 

opportunity for people to meet 

socially. Walking with a group makes 

you feel safe and more confident. Here 

are some of the comments expressed by 

our walkers. 

One lady wrote 

“Monday’s walking group has been a great way 

to meet new friends especially as quite a few of us 

live alone. Apart from enjoying the walks some of 

the places we have walked we didn't know 

existed. We have also enjoyed meals out together 

which has been a way of getting to know 

everyone. Monday mornings are something to 

look forward to come rain or shine” 

One couple wrote 

"My wife and I joined the Milnrow Library 

Walking Group approximately 12 months 

ago. The benefits we have enjoyed since joining 


have been really excellent. We have lived in Milnrow for 25 years and never realised how wonderful and varied the scenery 

around the village was, literally within 15 minutes walking distance from the library. We now feel more confident with our 

walking and enjoy doing longer distance walks, both on our own and with other walking groups. Not only do we feel healthier 

but we have become good friends with many of the other members of the group, and we really enjoy getting together at the end 

of the walk with tea, coffee and biscuits provided by the lovely Library Sta 

One gentleman wrote 

"After living in Milnrow for 33 years, I am walking 

on paths I did not know existed. 

Every Monday at 10am we meet at Milnrow 

Library. If there are too many walkers for one 

group, we can choose from the two that set off on 

foot. It is surprising how quickly we are into the 

countryside. A lot depends on the 

weather. Amazingly Geoff turns up even if it is dire 

- I don't! I have been made very welcome 

whenever I do join in. There are an amazing 

number of different walks in Milnrow. We return to 

the library after about 1 1/2 hours and those who 

wish can stay for a chat over a hot drink and biscuit 

(for a tiny contribution). The rest is free. It's good to 

chat with others in the group. It's good to walk - especially on a Monday morning in 

Milnrow. I even gather walking not just makes you feel better, but you live longer!" 

One lady wrote 

"I have been walking with the Monday group at Milnrow for nearly 18 months now - 

and here are some of the benefits I've found:- 

- feeling of wellbeing from walking on the hills. 

- helping to keep off those extra pounds which can pile on around the waist. 

- I now feel 'trained' to climb hills as - on a recent holiday I left my group behind, 

whilst I effortlessly climbed a volcano. Others were gasping for breath, but not me. 

- great to walk and talk with a friendly group 

- walking on Mondays energises me for the week ahead 

- through the walking I am getting to know and love the surrounding countryside" 

So, if you want to improve your physical and mental health and general wellbeing, 

come along to our Walk and Talk Group. The walks are free, friendly, and led by 

volunteer walk leaders. We meet at Milnrow Library every Monday morning from 

9.30am, leaving out at 10am for optional 60 or 90 minute walks in our beautiful 

surrounding countryside of Milnrow and Newhey. 

Geoff Ogden 

Milnrow Library Walk and Talk Group. 


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Milnrow Brass Band 

Need Your Help 

Milnrow band has been in existence for 148 years and since 2005 it has been contesting in the 

Championship section of brass banding (akin to playing Premiership league football). 

In an effort to further raise the profile of Milnrow 

Band, in addition to claiming the above title at 

Kettering recently, the band is to appear in further 

"top" contests, competing against elite bands from 

around the UK IN 2017. 

Happy Winners 

On 9th September 2017 they are due to appear at the165th British Open 

Brass Band Championships at Symphony Hall Birmingham. On 14th 

October 2017 they will appear at the National Brass Band 

Championship Finals at the Royal Albert Hall London. They are also due to 

appear locally at the Rochdale Festival of Brass Contest at Rochdale Town 

Hall on 29th October 2017.In addition Milnrow Band will be in concert at 

Boarshurst Band Club on Sunday 18th June 2017 and will perform a 

combined concert with Whitworth Vale and Healey Band at "The Riverside" 

Whitworth on Sunday 16th July 2017. This is in aid of raising band funds 

towards the finals appearance at Albert Hall London in October. 

Chris Buckley with Championship Cup on coach at Kettering 

Being local to the Rochdale / Milnrow / Newhey 

area the band successfully competes each year in 

the Saddleworth Whit Friday band contests and 

also appears at local events such as church walks, 

and concert events in aid of some local charities. 

Birds of a Feather" Waiting at Diggle (Whit Friday) 

Milnrow Band exists solely on its own efforts at events and is currently 

seeking sponsorship either of a Corporate or Private nature. 

If you would like to become involved in the fund raising or are interested in 

contacting Milnrow Brass band please contact the band manager, Natalie 

Beer via the band website www.milnrowband.org.uk 

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Band at UPPERMILL (Whit Friday) 

Band at Greenfield (Whit Friday)

St. Ann's Church Hall, Brocklebank 

Rd, (parking at The Range) 

Weds 5.30pm & 7.30pm 

Thurs 9.30am & 11.30am 

Call Rachel 07814 1 92966 

Slimming World Recipe of the Month 

Mixed Berry Trifle 

Serves 6 

Ready in about 20 minutes plus 6-8 hours chilling time 

9 sponge fingers 

400g mixed berries, defrosted if frozen plus extra to decorate 

11.5g sachet of Hartley's Strawberry Sugar Free Jelly Crystals 

300g ready-made low fat custard 

300g fat-free natural fromage frais 

1. Arrange the sponge fingers 

evenly over the base and around the 

sides of a large trifle bowl, halving 

where necessary. Spoon the mixed 

berries over the top in a layer. 

2. Make up the jelly according to 

the packet instructions, leave to cool completely, then pour 

over the fruit. Chill for 6-8 hours or overnight, until set. 

3. When ready to serve, spoon the custard over the jelly in an 

even layer, then cover with the fromage frais. Decorate with 

the extra berries and divide the trifle between 6 serving dishes. 

Sins per serving: 4 


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