Local Life - St Helens - August 2018

LocalLife
St Helens Edition August 2018
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When British summertime gets into full
swing, there’s a lot to appreciate on our
isle. We usually have lush green landscapes, sparkling
seas and lakes and with long summer evenings come
endless possibilities.
I for one am at my happiest when the days are warmer
and we have a little sunshine, and for the most part, I
think the people I pass when out on a walk share this
heightened sense of happiness with me.
The summer is the time to get outside whether that’s
sitting in the garden, going for an adventure on our
bikes, or even attending a festival. And the joy of
attending a festival in Britain is come rain or shine we
get stuck in and have a ball.
Take Ruskin Beer Festival for example. The weekend
of Friday, August 3, 5pm-11.30pm and Saturday,
August 4, 5pm-11.30pm will feature real ales, ciders
& world beers, prosecco and gin as well as live music
and live sport. The festival is raising funds for St
Helens Autism Support.
Now I’m not saying we don’t deserve an evening or
two relaxing catching up on our favourite TV shows,
or binge-watching some brand new ones. But I hope
you’ll join me in having an adventure in the great
outdoors too, because summer only lasts a season
after all.
See you next time.
Movers and
shakers
Niamh Ollerton, Deputy Editor

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In this issue
School’s
Out
Regulars
10 Class From The Past
11 Planning
20 Puzzle Corner
33 Events2Go
36 Test Drive
15
Cool for
kids
24
Pedal
Power
26
Jack’s Tracks visits
New Brighton
30
Test Drive
Hyundai i30N
Sections
6 Local News
24 Food
26 Health
Sales: Chris
Editorial: Gemma, Niamh
Design: Peter
Distribution: Sally
Accounts: Sam
36 Motoring
38 Gardening
40 Home Services
Next issue - September 2018
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Twins get-together
St Helens and Stuttgart
celebrated its 70th
twinning anniversary,
and the celebrations
were a huge success.
The towns’ twinning dates back
to 1948, making the partnership
special as it was the first of its
kind in Europe following WW2.
As a leading manufacturer of
glass, St Helens could support the rebuilding of
parts of Stuttgart which had been destroyed or
damaged by bombing during the war.
More than 80 visitors from the German town visited
St Helens, including the town’s Deputy Mayor, Dr
Martin Schairer, along with councillors from the
main political parties; Stuttgart University; two
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high schools, the Leibniz Gymnasium and the
Ferdinand-Porsche-Gymnasium and football team,
TSV Uhlbach.
They attended the International Food and Drink
Festival as part of the borough’s 150th anniversary
celebrations on Friday, July 6 and Saturday, July 7,
and also visited Cowley International College and a
tree planting ceremony at Victoria Park.
The group also visited the Dream, the World of
Glass and with a nod to the World Cup, watch a
friendly match between Stuttgart football team TSV
Uhlbach and St Helens Town AFC.
Real ale fans were able to discover the special beer,
called Seibzig (meaning 70), which was created
in a collaboration between Stuttgart brewery
Dinkelacker and local brewers Connoisseur Ales.
Deputy Mayor of Stuttgart, Dr Martin Schairer said:
“I think for peace in Europe and understanding each
other, the best way is that people meet together in
the frame of the twinning-ship that we have done
for 70 years.
“It’s one of the first in Europe so the partnership
between St Helens and Stuttgart is very important
and very unique.”
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Grange Park memories
As St Helens celebrates its 150th
anniversary, we thought it necessary to
commemorate local talent.
Thank you to Local Life reader Eric J. Watkin who
sent in this image of Grange Park Secondary
Modern School’s soccer team.
He said: “Grange Park was an outstanding rugby
school. In the late 40s soccer was introduced by the
sports master Mr Twiss.
“This photograph is from the first competitive
match!”
The men standing from L-R are: John Travis, Reg
Stimpson, Rob Molony, Ray Maskery, Reg Gibson.
Sitting on the middle row from L-R are: David
Harrison, Forber, Roy Welsby, Chritchley, Dave
Seddon. And sitting on the floor are Jones and
Watkin.
Mr Watkin praised the success of his fellow
sportsmen including David Harrison, who went on
to play for Saints as a fullback.

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Beating the grind
The Grind 5 took to the streets
of St Helens for its fourth annual
competition.
On Sunday, July 8, 250 adults and 101 children took
part in this year’s Grind 5 - which incorporated a 5
mile race/fun run and a kids 1k run - in support of
the Isabella Rose Foundation.
The foundation was formed in 2011 in memory of
Isabella Rose Parr who was stillborn at 31 weeks old.
This year’s event was run in collaboration with
Violet-Grace’s Gift - set up in memory of Violet-Grace
Youens who tragically died after being hit by a
speeding car on Prescot Road in March 2017.
In the men’s 5 mile race, Jon-Jo Doherty of Striders
reigned supreme at 28.00 minutes, followed by Kane
Green with 28.24 and Anthony Lawler with 28.33.
Kelly Hamilton bagged first female place once more
with her time of 33.27, followed by Emma Callery in
35.41 and Lisa Cheers in 36.43.
Winners Jon Jo and Kelly were awarded medals,
trophies and £100 worth of sport vouchers courtesy
from sponsors Qualitas Kitchens for winning for a
second consecutive year.
Chairman of the charity and team leader David Pope
said: “It was a brilliant run.
“The best bit for me is seeing the children take part
in the 1 mile run, it was lovely to see my grandsons
(Isabella-Rose’s brothers) take part.
“I’m really proud of everyone who took part and
congratulations to Jon Jo and Kelly.”
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Success in sport
Ruskin Drive recently
hosted one of the North
West’s biggest school
sports festivals.
The event, at the redeveloped
Ruskin Drive sports complex
saw over 500 pupils from over 30
schools across St Helens taking part.
Weekend festivities kicked off on Friday, June 29 –
coinciding with National School Sport Week – with
the inaugural Year 6 Celebration Sports Festival.
Sports included girls’ football, tag rugby, Boccia,
Futsal and cricket.
The event was delivered by the School Games
team as part of the wider St
Helens Sports Festival organised
by St Helens Council’s Sports
Development team.
Then on Saturday, June 30 and
Sunday June 31, the excitement
excelled as the annual sports
festival got underway.
Councillor Anthony Burns, St Helens Council’s
Cabinet Member for Community Based and
Focused Services, including leisure, said prior to the
event: “For some pupils, this may be the first time
that they have represented their school and could
be the spark that ignites their interest in leading a
healthy and active lifestyle. It’s a huge confidence
booster too.”

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Class from the past
This month’s Class
from the Past
is from Grange
Park Secondary
Technical School.
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features the class of
1966. Can you spot
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Abbeyford Children’s Home on Rainford Road,
Dentons Green had some fun in the sun while
celebrating their top results.
There were farm yard animals, face painting, live
music and a magician among the entertainment for
families to enjoy.
Life’s a beach
Summer has come to St Helens with the launch of
the summer beach.
On Friday, July 27, 12pm, the children of St Helens
and their families are invited to the official launch of
the summer beach in Church Square.
But there are some special guests for the little ones
to see too.
Children will be able to meet characters Bing & Flop
from the children’s TV series ‘Bing’ every hour on the
hour from 11am-3pm.
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It’s time to enjoy some seaside fun in the centre of
St Helens.

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It was visited by inspectors earlier this year and
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The Ofsted inspector was full of praise for the
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management team who support their ‘high calibre’
staff in providing an excellent quality of care.
Paul Spencer, registered manager said: “This is a
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Spin-tastic
The tiring 3,000-mile trek saw the squad of exrugby
league stars, triathletes and ex-road cyclists
battle high temperatures in excess of 100 degrees
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out!
School’s
The kids have skipped out of the school gates with beaming smiles ready for their six-week summer break.
We realise that’s a long time to try and keep the kids entertained, so to make the holidays more bearable
(and to ensure parents and grandparents retain their sanity) we’ve compiled a bunch of suggestions we hope
you will enjoy.
Acorn Farm
Depot Road, Kirkby, L33 3AR
0151 548 1524
www.acornfarm.co.uk
An award-winning, family friendly attraction in
Kirkby where you can meet a wide range of animals,
many of which you can feed and stroke. There is also
horse rides throughout the summer holidays and
many special events throughout the year. The farm
also has two outdoor play areas, a woodland walk,
plant sales centre and a farm shop, where you can
buy many items produced on the farm.
Apple Jacks
Adventure Farm
Stretton Road, Warrington, Cheshire WA4 4NW
07980 973 475
www.applejacksfarm.co.uk
A family farm on the outskirts of Warrington with
attractions aimed at children with the addition of
rides and zip-wires for older children. There’s also
a massive maize maze (subject to availability) to
challenge your powers of direction. The park has a
big free car park and places to eat but feel free to
being a picnic with you if you prefer.
Blackpool Zoo
East Park Drive, Blackpool, FY3 8PP.
01253 830 830
www.blackpoolzoo.org.uk
Blackpool Zoo is still going strong and is home to
more than 1,000 animals plus birds and reptiles.
Providing fun and education for all ages, the zoo is a
short ride from the Promenade.
The scenic 32 acre park is set amongst mature trees,
lakes and spacious lawns where the kids can burn
off their excess energy. The elephants are always
a big draw and there are also giraffes, sealions,
gorillas, orangutans, camels, zebras and many,
many more. The Orangutan Outlook allows visitors
to get up close and personal with the apes.
Botany Bay
Canal Mill, Botany Brow, Chorley PR6 9AF
01257 261 220
www.botanybay.co.uk
Botany Bay has some wonderful family days out
awaiting you. Parents can explore the variety
of shops while children adventure through
Puddletown Pirates play area. To conclude the
summer holidays join Botany Bay as they host their
annual Canal Fest. Relax over the August Bank
Holiday weekend with entertainment and festivities
such as boat rides, classic car displays, hook a duck,
birds of prey and much more.

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Blue Planet Aquarium
Longlooms Road, Cheshire Oaks, CH65 9LF
0151 357 8804
blueplanetaquarium.com
Home to one of Europe’s largest collections of
sharks, Blue Planet offers the chance to get up close
and personal with a world of underwater action.
Bowland Wild Boar
Animal Park
Chipping, Preston, PR3 2QT
01995 61075
www.wildboarpark.co.uk
This family run animal park has something for the
whole family. You can discover and learn about
animals while hand feeding them; enjoy walks,
tractor and barrel rides and even stay overnight in
one of their camping pods.
Brimstage Maze
Behind Brimstage Hall Courtyard, Brimstage
Road, Brimstage, Wirral, CH63 6JA
07709 339490
www.gregorysfarm.co.uk
The maze is a three dimensional puzzle and offers
an exciting new design every year. As you find your
way around the maze you will discover clues and
puzzles to help you get out.
Cedar Farm
Back Lane, Mawdesley, L40 3SY
01704 822038
www.cedarfarm.net
There’ll be multiple workshops, events and demos
throughout the summer for all the family to enjoy. .
There are many friendly farm animals for children to
feed including goats, sheep and chickens.
Chester Zoo
Moston Rd, Upton-by-Chester, Chester, CH2 1EU
01244 380280
www.chesterzoo.org
There’s so much to see. There are over 15,000 of
the world’s most exotic and endangered animals
to discover in 125 acres of award-winning gardens.
Crocky Trail
Cotton Abbotts, Waverton, Chester, CH3 7PH
01244 336084
www.crockytrail.co.uk
Get the whole family outdoors and enjoy a mile
long adventure of pure adrenaline drenched fun as
you run along the famous Crocky Trail scrambling
through trees, climbing over crooked bridges and
swinging over the fast flowing Crocky Stream.
Farmer Ted’s
Worrall House Farm, Flatman’s Lane, Downholland,
Ormskirk, L39 7HW
0151 526 0002
www.farmerteds.com
With special summer events such as Birds of Prey,
sheep racing, archery, Farmer Ted’s Agility Trail, an
adventure maze, and free tractor rides. Make sure
you plan a day out to Farmer Ted’s.
Greenslate
Greenslate Road, Billinge, Orrell, Wigan, WN5 7BG
01695 632290
greenslatefarm.org.uk
Greenslate Farm is an up and coming community
farm with its very own Straw Bale Café. Come and
meet the animals that live at the farm and learn
many new skills too. With special events going on
throughout the summer months there is lots of fun
to be had down on the farm.

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Gulliver’s World
Shackleton Close, Warrington, WA5 9YZ
01925 444888
www.gulliversfun.co.uk
Designed for families with children aged two to 13.
The rides and attractions make Gulliver’s one of the
best days out for toddlers and older children.
Haigh Hall Woodland Park
School Lane, Wigan, WN2 1PE
01942 828280
www.haighwoodlandpark.co.uk
Haigh Hall has it all. There’s Adventure Golf and
the Kitchen Courtyard is complete with brewery,
bakery, chocolatier and even their own ice cream
maker. Adults can relax while the kids climb their
way to the top in the adventure playground.
Legoland Discovery Centre
Barton Square, Trafford, Manchester, M17 8AS
0871 222 2662
manchester.legolanddiscoverycentre.co.uk
If you’re a Lego fanatic, the Legoland Discovery
Centre provides you with the ultimate playground.
Martin Mere
Fish Lane, Burscough, L40 0TA
01704 895181
www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/martin-mere
Join Dusty Duck and team for lots of exciting
adventures this summer. There’ll be GIANT Bionic
Bugs invading Martin Mere this summer too.
There is 3,000 hectares of wetland with some of the
rarest birds in the world.
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The Old Courts
Gerrard Winstanley House, Crawford Street,
Wigan, WN1 1NA
01942 834747
www.theoldcourts.com
Find something to enjoy this summer at The Old
Courts. There’s art exhibitions, regular music,
dance and exercise classes and of course the oneoff
music events in the Grand Vault. The venue
ensures a range events and activities that the whole
community can take pleasure from.
Red House Farm
Red House Lane, Dunham Massey, Altrincham,
Cheshire, WA14 5RL
0161 941 3480
www.redhousefarm.co.uk
The Red House Farm maze will be in full swing from
mid-July. The site is open 7 days a week all year
round. It’s always free to access the site, including
the free play area, tea rooms and deli shop, and it is
free to park. Please check the website for prices and
opening times.
Singleton Maize Maze
Mount Farm, Carr Ln, Singleton, Blackpool FY6 8LG
01253 895154
www.singletonmaizemaze.co.uk
The maze at Mount Farm will be open from July
21 until September 2; this year’s is safari themed,
entitled ‘Wild Maze.’ Activities in and around the
maze will include searching for furry and feathered
friends. There is also a large indoor play area with
pedal go-karts, basketball, trampolines and pedal
tractors. Please check website for more details.
NW Transport Museum
The Old Bus Depot, 51 Hall Street, St Helens,
WA10 1DU
01744 451681 (voicemail during weekdays)
www.nwmort.co.uk
The museum houses a large collection of historic
road transport vehicles including buses, cars, lorries
and motorbikes. Take a journey back in time and
enjoy a free ride on one of our heritage buses on
the first Saturday and Sunday of each month. With
classic shows and events throughout the year.
Summer Reading Challenge
Libraries nationwide
https://readingagency.org.uk/children/quickguides/summer-reading-challenge/
The Summer Reading Challenge encourages
children aged 4-11 to read six library books
during the summer holiday. The Summer Reading
Challenge 2018 is called Mischief Makers, inspired
by the much-loved children’s title Beano. Children
will explore a map of Beanotown to find buried
treasure and become ultimate mischief makers!
Dennis, Gnasher and friends will help them solve
clues and collect stickers too.
Tatton Park
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6SG
01625 374400
www.tattonpark.org.uk
The former Egerton family home is regarded as one
of the most complete historic estates in the country.
You can uncover centuries of history at the Tudor Old
Hall and wander through the impressive gardens as
well as the working farm. In the stable yard there are
shops and restaurants, and there’s plenty of space
around for picnics, cycling, and sailing.
There are more than 100 events each year at Tatton
with many of them during the school summer
holiday period.

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Cool for
It’s that time of the year again... yep,
soon the kiddies will be off school for
their summer holidays.
And as sure as night follows day, by day seven most
will have said “I’m bored” at least once. Fear not
though - here’s your ever-dependable Local Life to
the rescue!
During the school year, it’s hard to find time to bake
with the kids, so now is the perfect opportunity to
dig out your apron. To inspire you, here are some
recipes you can use to keep the little ones from
climbing the walls.
Banana Muffins
Ingredients
Strawberry Lollies
Ingredients
• 350g strawberries
• 4 tbsp strawberry jam
• 200 ml double cream
• 6 tbsp Greek yoghurt
Method
Take the tops off the strawberries and slice them
into a bowl.
Add the jam.
Mash them with a potato masher.
Whisk the cream in another bowl until it makes stiff
peaks.
Fold in the yoghurt.
Stir the two mixtures together and put in the lolly
moulds.
Put them into the freezer and enjoy once they’re
solid.
• 200g plain flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 large mashed bananas
• 150g caster sugar
• 1 egg
• 75g melted butter
Method
Preheat the oven to 180°c/Gas 4 and pop 12 paper
baking cases in a muffin tin.
Mix together the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate
of soda and salt in a bowl.
In another but larger bowl, mix together the
bananas, egg, sugar and melted butter. Fold in the
flour mixture and stir until smooth.
Spoon the mixture evenly into the baking cases.
Carefully put the muffins into the oven and bake for
between 25 and 30 minutes.
Allow to cool a little and then enjoy!

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Kids
Apple Pancakes
Ingredients
• 1 beaten egg
• 2tsp baking powder
• 100g plain flower
• 3tbsp caster sugar
• 25g butter
• 150ml milk
• 2 thinly sliced apples
Method
Pop the flour and baking powder into a mixing
bowl. Make a dip in the middle with a spoon and
pour in a bit of the milk and all of the egg. Mix it up
to make a smooth paste.
Slowly add the rest of the milk and beat the mixture
so that it makes a soft liquid (this is the batter).
Stir in 1 tablespoon of the caster sugar.
Heat a little bit of oil in a frying pan and put a
large tablespoon of the batter into the hot pan.
Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until it’s golden brown
underneath and almost set on top. Then flip it over
until the other side is cooked.
Keep the pancakes warm in some kitchen roll while
you’re cooking the others.
Then melt the butter into the pan and fry the
apple slices until they’re nice and golden. Add the
remaining sugar and stir until dissolved.
Put some of the apple slices inside two of the
pancakes for a super sweet treat!
Choccy Coconut Ball
Ingredients for 5 servings
• 250g digestive biscuits
• 45g desiccated (dried) coconut, plus a bit extra
for rolling the balls in
• 5 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 tin condensed milk (397g)
Method
Crush up the biscuits in a food bag (you can bash
them with a rolling pin) and pop into a mixing bowl.
Add the cocoa and coconut and stir together.
Pour in the condensed milk.
Scoop out a small handful of the mixture and roll
into a ball then roll in the extra coconut.
Keep making balls until all the mixture is gone then
pop into the fridge for 30 minutes to set.

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Health & Fitness
power
Pedal
By Niamh Ollerton
There are so many reasons for us to ensure we keep active. Whether it’s
swimming, running, or cycling, there are lots of health benefits that come with
exercising. But, mark Wednesday, August 15, on your calendar, because it’s time to
get physical.
Every year since 2012, Cycle to Work Day has been the UK’s biggest cycle commuting
event, and thousands of enthusiastic riders have hit the streets to celebrate everyday
cycling. It’s a free event that everyone can join in.
But why cycle? Cycling is one of the easiest ways to fit exercise into your daily routine
because it’s also a form of transport. It burns calories, gets your heart pumping and
works your legs and abs. It can also lift your mood, put a smile on your face and
improve your general health and wellbeing.

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We all know the best way to maintain a
healthy weight and lifestyle is to try and
be active:
• Cycling is proven to raise your
metabolic rate, which can help to
keep weight off
• Moderate pedal-pushing burns up to
500 calories per hour, which is more
than walking or swimming
• A 20-minute bike ride to work could
use the same amount of calories as
a cappuccino, a bar of chocolate or a
175ml glass of wine
Cycling can also save you money and
helps the environment. You can’t say no
to hopping on your bike now can you?
The low-impact exercise is easier on your
joints than running or other high-impact
aerobics activities, but it will still help
you shift the pounds and get in shape.

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Prescot Chiropody Clinic
The best way to build your cardiovascular fitness
on the bike is to ride for at least 150 minutes every
week.
For example, you could do a couple of shorter rides
during the week with a longer ride at the weekend,
or cycle to work a few days a week.
And that’s where Cycling to Work Day comes in. The
annual event further demonstrates the benefits of
cycling to work, including:
1) You’ll sleep more deeply – An early morning ride
might tire you out in the short term, but it’ll help
you catch some quality shut-eye when you get
back to your pillow.
2) Beat illness – Forget apples, cycling will keep the
doctor at bay. “Moderate exercise makes immune
cells more active, so they’re ready to fight off
infection,” says Cath Collins, chief dietician at St
George’s Hospital in London.
3) Live longer – King’s College London compared
over 2,400 identical twins and found those who
did the equivalent of just three 45-minute rides a

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week were nine years ‘biologically younger.’
4) Increase your brain power – Cycling helps build
new brain cells in the hippocampus — the region
responsible for memory, which deteriorates from
the age of 30.
How to get involved with Cycle to Work Day.
All you need is a bike – new or old – and the desire
to ride. You can go solo or be the change your
workplace needs and organise an event for you and
your colleagues. Whatever you do, however far your
ride – have fun!
If you don’t have a bike yet, there’s no need to
worry. The scheme’s website offers exclusive deals
with a big saving from www.cycletoworkday.org/
save-on-a-bike/
Pledges make prizes
Every year, the Cycle to Work Day organisers track
how many miles the Cycle to Work Day cyclists
pledge to ride. And this year, 369,627 miles pledged
so far, and counting…
Since the event began over 2 million miles have
been ridden! All you need to do is contribute your
saddle time for the 2018 event and pledge your
miles. To make it worth your while, everyone who
pledges has the chance to win some incredible
prizes.
When you get on your bike on Wednesday, August
15, you could secure your place in the huge prize
draw. To win, tell organisers how many miles you’re
planning to ride and pedal like the wind.
And as it’s Cycle to Work Day, who better to get
involved than employers? Add the health and
wellbeing event to you HR calendar and get
employees in the saddle.
Employees can give cycle commuting a go, with
support and advice on the way, and you can
discover how cycling is great for business.
To find out everything you need to know about
Cycle to Work Day, please visit https://www.
cycletoworkday.org/
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New
Brighton
Knowing the Wirral like the back of my hand, I
jumped at the chance to do the latest Jack’s
Tracks in this beautiful part of the north.
With stunning sunsets and views of the striking
Liverpool skyline across the River Mersey why wouldn’t
you want to spend a hot summer’s day taking it all in?
However I must shamefully admit that the 15-mile
Wirral Coastal Walk is not something I have ever
completed. But I and my colleague Niamh decided to
have a fair go at it and managed a good six miles, give
or take (it was a hot day). The scorching sun made the
relative easy flat stroll somewhat arduous, making it
imperative to carry those water bottles and top up that
sunscreen.
We parked the car at the starting point at Seacombe
Ferry Terminal - opposite the £10m space-themed
attraction, Spaceport. The free parking here made
the walk ahead less stressful.
by Gemma Sherlock
With our jackets tied firmly around our waists and
our sunglasses poised for action we set off midmorning
to begin the coastline walk and beat the
sun before it entered its hottest time of the day.
On paper the North Wirral section of the Circular
Trail takes you from Seacombe Ferry Terminal to
West Kirby, via the rejuvenated New Brighton Resort
with its Floral Pavilion, Fort Perch Rock, Lighthouse,
Marine Lake and new Retail Park. The route
continues along the promenade to Wallasey Beach
and into North Wirral Coastal Park.
The route then turns inland at The Gunsite, the
location of World War II gun emplacements, to
follow the Birket Cycle Route. Pedestrians can if they
wish carry on along the embankment past Leasowe
Common where in 1864 the oldest skeleton in
Merseyside was found.

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We did a section of this from the terminal - once
parked we headed towards the opening of the walk,
to the left of the River Mersey ferry terminal. Then
it’s a straight route along Egremount, Magazine and
Tower Promenade, towards Tower Grounds and New
Brighton. Don’t worry, it’s difficult to miss points of
interest along the route – it’s straight, flat and easily
accessible for both pedestrians and cyclists.
The gorgeous views to the right of you are enough
to fulfil your interest, and the colourful houses to
the left change appearance as the cascade down
the promenade.
Wallasey Town Hall greets you in its grand glory,
a quarter of the way down the promenade. The
hall was built to replace the old Town Hall and its
foundation stone was laid into position by means
of electricity, by King George V in 1914, while 9,000
school children sang in the choir. Its nickname
‘back-to-front’ town hall arose as it was built to
popular place for anyone wishing to go for a swim
as it was free from dangerous currents that lurk in
the river itself.
Carrying past Guinea Gap Baths you shortly come to
a black post sign, pointing to areas north, east, west
and south – head for Vale Park and New Brighton.
Before you come to the entrance of Vale Park along
Magazine Promenade you will notice the war
memorial which sits proudly to your left. Once you
come to the signs for Vale Park take a welcome break
– the café in the park sells homemade ice cream and
cakes – plenty of tempting treats.
face the river and has a fine flight of steps leading
up from the promenade. Situated at the entrance
are the memorial gardens, commemorating the
96 Liverpool FC fans who lost their lives in the
Hillsborough disaster.
Walking past the hall you are then treated to
Guinea Gap Baths, the oldest pool in the Wirral.
Between 1908 and 1957 no fewer than 205 world
and national swimming records were achieved
here. Its name is derived from the days before the
promenade was built where there was a break in the
riverbank known to locals as Guinea Gap. This was a
The area surrounding the park was established in the
1750s when the Port of Liverpool set up the major
gunpowder and weaponry storage magazines in
the local sand dunes. Opened in 1889, Vale Park
became a public park in 1899 and was one of the
best small parks in the north. With its excellent
acoustics and striking appearance the bandstand is
the main feature of the park.
Come back out from the park through its entrance
and turn left, you will be back on the promenade
heading for New Brighton.
Along the way you may notice a pirate ship on the
beach – don’t worry this hasn’t washed up from afar

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New
Brighton
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Marine
Lake
Cafés
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Vale Park
& Vale House Café
Lighthouse
Perch Rock Fortress
Promenade
The Black Pearl
Pirate Ship
New Brighton War Memorial
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rather it’s a piece of interactive artwork enjoyed by all age
groups. The permanent tourist, known as The Black Pearl,
was originally made by a local man using a single piece of
driftwood which washed ashore.
Carry on walking and you will find yourself in the Tower
Grounds area, just before the hustle and bustle of the main
area of New Brighton. The area is where the Tower Ballroom
and New Brighton Tower itself used to be.
The tower was completed in 1900, 10 years after Blackpool
Tower and, at 567ft (173m), was 49ft (15m) taller. It was
modelled on the Eiffel Tower, attracted more than 500,000
visitors a year in its heyday and featured one of the largest
ballrooms in the world. Sadly, due to the First World War,
the Tower became neglected and was finally dismantled in
1921.
Now nearly halfway through the walk you will reach
another tourist attraction in New Brighton, Fort Perch Rock.
Located to your right on the beach, Fort Perch Rock was
completed in 1829 as a permanent fortification to protect
the Port of Liverpool in times of war.
Wallasey
Egremont
The Ferry
(Pub)
A554
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Wallasey Town Hall
River Mersey
Inside today lies a cornucopia of exhibits ranging from
World War II aviation to naval history displays of the doomed
submarine HMS Thetis, the Lusitania and the Titanic. Even
Beatles and Elvis Presley memorabilia is on show inside this
unusual fortress at the mouth of the Mersey Estuary.
You will now find yourselves in the heart of New Brighton,
a seaside resort for nearly 200 years. It was created and
named by Liverpool merchant, James Atherton in 1830 as a
seaside retreat for the gentry.
You can also take a trip to the arcades over the road to your
left, or check out what’s on at the Floral Pavilion theatre
before turning back around for the walk back along the
promenade. All in all, a lovely way to spend a hot summer’s
day, with plenty of stops and welcome distractions on the
way.
Spaceport
Seacombe
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Kingsway Road Tunnel
Ventilation Building
Mersey Ferry
Seacombe
Ferry Terminal
Mersey Ferry
Please ensure you wear appropriate clothing and footwear
whilst walking. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure
that the walk is accurate, neither the publisher or its editorial
contributors can accept, and hereby disclaim, any liability to
any party to loss or damage caused by errors or omissions
resulting from negligence, accident or other cause.

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Ride 4 Violet-Grace 2018
Sunday, July 22, 10am-4pm
10 mile bicycle ride past Whiston Hospital, with
motorcycles continuing onto Alder Hey Hospital
and back. All funds raised will be going to Violet-
Grace’s Gift. Violet always wanted to help people,
and wanted to grow up to become a doctor, nurse
or school teacher.
St Helens RLFC, Totally Wicked Stadium, St Helens,
WA9 3AL. Tel: 01744 455050
Tea, Toast and Talk
Thurs, Jul 26; Thurs, Aug 23; Thurs, Sept 20,
10.30am-12pm
Everyone is welcome to come along to the monthly
gathering for hot buttered toast, unlimited tea/
coffee and a good chat. The gatherings are very
informal and you can just turn up. It’s free but
donations towards refreshments are appreciated.
Contact organiser Julie Webster on 01744 453650.
Oddfellows, 17 North Road, St Helens, WA10 2TW
Manor Fest
Saturday, July 28, 12pm-9pm and Sunday, July 29,
12pm-6.30pm
There will be 12 bands to watch. Closing Saturday’s
performances is ‘Made in Liverpool’ a Beatles tribute
band & on Sunday Little Mix tribute band ‘Little Chix’
will be closing. There’ll be a juvenile fairground, face
painting, and food stalls making it a great family
day out. Free event.
Manor Farm, Mill Lane, Rainhill, Prescot, L35 6NE.
Tel: 0151 430 0335
Summer School
Mon, Jul 30; Tues, Jul 31; Wed, Aug 1; Thurs, Aug 2;
Fri, Aug 3, 10am-3pm
This summer, get singing, acting and dancing
lessons from professional teachers right on your
door step with a showcase at the end of the week.
It’s £15 per day for ages 5-15. For tickets and info,
visit www.rainfordandormskirkvocalacademy.com/
summer-school-2018
Rainford Vocal Academy, The Scout Hut, Church
Road, Rainford, WA11 8HB. Tel: 07867 410048
Ruskin Beer Festival 2018
Fri, August 3 and Sat, August 4, 5pm-11.30pm
A weekend of real ales, ciders & world beers, as well
as live music and live sport. The bar is also open for
those who prefer a prosecco or a gin. The festival
is raising funds for St Helens Autism Support. If
businesses are interested in sponsoring a barrel,
contact diane@ruskinsthelens.com
Ruskin Sports Village, Ruskin Drive, St Helens
WA10 6RP. Tel: 01744 28866
Summer Family Day
Thursday, August 9, 12pm-6pm
If you’re wondering what to do with the kids
during the school holidays, make sure you head
over to Haydock Park for their annual Summer
Family Day. For tickets, please visit http://haydock.
thejockeyclub.co.uk
Haydock Park Racecourse, Newton-le-Willows,
WA12 0HQ. Tel: 01942 725963

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Brookfest Music Festival
Saturday, August 11, 12pm-10pm
All day outdoor music festival, with live bands and
music from 1pm till 10pm, entertainment, large
outdoor bar, food traders and festival traders.
Blackbrook Rugby Club, 64 Boardmans Lane,
Saint Helens, WA11 9BB. Tel: 01744 730492
Liverpool Cathedral Abseil
Saturday, August 11, 8am-9am
Fancy taking part in a 150ft Freefall abseil down
Liverpool Anglican Cathedral? It’s a once in a life
time opportunity, that you don’t want to miss out
on! There’s a £30 registration fee and then pledge
to raise at least £100 for Zoe’s Place. Call organiser
Mark Pilkington on 01512280353
Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, St James Mount,
Liverpool, L1 7AZ
Summer Quiz
Friday, August 10, 7,30pm
Rainford Heritage Society are hosting a Summer
Quiz at the X Sports & Social Club. Tickets are £7pp
including Hotpot. All are very welcome.
Rainford X Sports & Social Club, 16 Bushey Ln,
Rainford, WA11 7TE. Tel: 01744 882795
Paloma Faith
Friday, August 10, 3.45pm-10.15pm
Paloma Faith is just one of the artists for the 2018
summer season at Haydock Park Racecourse. With
her Number 1 album ‘The Architect’ in the charts
and a BRIT nomination, she’ll be bringing hits old
and new to the course. For tickets, and to see who
else is on visit www.thejockeyclublive.co.uk
Haydock Park Racecourse, Newton-le-Willows,
WA12 0HQ. Tel: 01942 725963
Charity Race Night
Friday, Aug 10, 7.30pm-12am (doors open at 7pm)
Hosted by Friends of KGV, Brown’s Field and Carr
Lane Woods. Meet your neighbours, have some
drinks and a chat while raising funds for your park.
It’s £5pp with hot pot supper, raffle and DJ included.
Over 18s only. Message www.facebook.com/
FriendsofKGVCarrLaneWoods/ for tickets.
Prescot Manor Bowling Club, South Avenue,
Prescot, L34 1LT. Tel: 0151 289 5010
Foxy Fest
Saturday, August 11
Organised by the Daniel Fox Foundation, this event
will be held on Danny Fox’s birthday who lost his
life in 2016 due to a fatal knife wound. The music
festival will feature Olivia Parr, Kiera Weathers,
Caution and more. Please call the hotline on 07791
051539 for tickets. Over 18s only.
Saints’ Totally Wicked Stadium, McManus Drive,
WA9 3AL. Tel: 01744 455 053
In the Street
Saturday, August 11
Led by The Citadel, there’ll be pop up performances,
music events and drop-ins. Plans to include “work in
progress” performances, linking St Helens to work
in Hamburg, Melbourne and London are underway,
St Helens Town Centre
The Dog Barn Fun Show
Sunday, August 19, 10.30am-4.30pm
This fun show is back and it’s even bigger and
better. There’ll be exciting new activities along with
fun classes, stalls & displays. Enter on the day.
The Dog Barn, Catchdale Moss Farm Cottage/
Catchdale Moss Lane, WA10 5QH. Tel: 01744
886970

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Family Magic Show
Tuesday, August 21, 2pm-2.50pm
The free event is a roller-coaster ride of comedy, fun
& magic with Magic Philip - children’s entertainer &
magician to the stars! Visit www.MagicPhilip.co.uk
to find out more.
Prescot Library, 1 Park Rd, Prescot, L34 3LN. Tel:
0151 426 6449
Music in the Park
Sunday, August 26, 11am-7pm
There’ll be lots of artists performing and craft
and food stalls will line the front of the park. The
community can help complete the Mosaic Wall on
the day. Bring a picnic and drinks to the free event,
paid for by Friends of Eaton Street Park.
Eaton Street Park, Prescot, L34 6HD
Footy Holiday Camp
Tues, Aug 28 to Fri, Aug 31, 9am-3.30pm
Healthy Active Lifestyles presents ‘Rainhill Footy
Factory Summer Holiday Camp’ for boys/girls aged
5-11. The camp is run by FA Qualifiedcoaches. Prices
are £55 for 4 days, £45 for 3 days, or £17 for 1 day.
Email matt@healthyactivelifestyles.co.uk visit www.
facebook.com/RainhillFF/ or call 07479 953465 for
tickets.
Oakdene Primary School, Ashton Avenue,
Rainhill, L35 0QQ
Haunted Mansion Challenge
Saturday, Sept 8, 8pm to Sunday, Sept 9, 2am
Are you feeling brave? Fourth Element Paranormal
Research is the resident team at the Mid-Mersey Age
UK building. £20pp and the event will raise money
to be split between the NSPCC and Bone Cancer
Research Trust. Email enquiries@themansionhouse.
org.uk for more info.
Quiz Night Fundraiser
Saturday, September 8, 6pm
Get ready for a quiz night, raffle and disco
fundraiser! All proceeds made go towards costumes
for DanceBeatz Academy annual show.
Rainhill Ex-Services Club, 561a Warrington Road,
Rainhill, L35 4LS. Tel: 0151 426 4625
Newton Gardeners’ Show
Saturday, September 8, 2pm-4.30pm
Free entry with free parking. Exhibitors can set up
Friday evening and 8-10.15am Saturday. It’s 20p
to enter. There are competitive classes including
flowers, fruit, photography, baking, jam, classes for
children, and a tombola and raffle. Contact Show
Secretary Angie Murray on 07921 864290.
Penkford School, Wharf Road, Newton-le-
Willows,WA12 9XZ
Open Day
Sunday, September 9, 12pm-4pm
Rainford Heritage Society is holding an Open Day.
Entrance is free; the theme for this year is ‘Rainford
through the Ages.’ All are very welcome to the fun
day out for you and the children.
Rainford Village Hall, Church Road, Rainford,
WA11 8HB
Rainhill Run 10K
Sunday, September 23, 10am-1pm
Are you ready for the Run Rainhill 10K? Be quick
if you want to sign up as the multi-terrain run is
limited to 500 participants. It’s £22 to enter via
rainhillgala.com/events
Rainhill
The Mansion House, Victoria Park, St Helens,
WA10 2UE. Tel: 01744 752644

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Test Drive
Hyundai i30N
by Tim Barnes-Clay
South Korean motoring giant, Hyundai, has
created a brand new ‘N Division’, which has
sparked the awesome new i30 N.
The regular variant gets a 251PS petrol turbo unit,
but it’s the 275PS Performance Package i30 N that
I was handed the keys to. This car gets bigger
brakes to scrub the extra speed off. At the front of
the model, there’s also a no-nonsense electronic
differential, which decides all sorts of smart things
to keep the front wheels biting into the bitumen.
The i30 N’s chassis is electronically damped - and
the arrangement has been designed to supply allout
precision. At the same time, the system doles
out a good dose of refinement, meaning comfort is
not in short supply. What’s more, the car has stateof-the-art
electronic dampers at each corner that
empower it to do things some other challengers
can’t even consider - both on tarmac and on track.
The i30 N also belts out a banging tune of its own.
Seriously, the car sounds incredible. And when the
pedal is pushed to the metal in third gear, all sorts of
crackles and pops fire from the tailpipes.
What’s most extraordinary, however, is how the i30
N handles, turns and comes to a halt. The steering
is outstandingly precise, and the car doesn’t feel
edgy at the rear whatsoever. This is some feat,
considering that it takes the Hyundai a mere 2.2
turns from lock to lock.
The handling is unreservedly razor-sharp, even in
‘Normal’ setting. Things get spicier in ‘Sport’ mode,
and there’s a ‘Custom’ choice in which you can alter
the car’s specific characteristics. The i30 N also has,
perhaps unsurprisingly, an ‘N’ mode. This is only
meant for using on a track really, so the ride quality
is stiff and hard-nosed. But if you’re in the right
frame of mind and the weather and road conditions

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Fast Facts
• 0-62 mph: 6.1 secs
• Combined mpg: 39.8
• Engine layout: 1,998cc four-cylinder petrol turbo
• Max. power (PS): 275
• CO2: 163 g/km
• Price: £27,995
are okay, then it is a grin-inducing system. The
throttle map and exhaust become zestier, while the
dampers become more unyielding. Furthermore,
any interruption from the Electronic Stability
Programme (ESP) is played right down.
Out and out performance is heavy-duty from the
2.0-litre petrol turbo powerplant in all settings. It
never feels too much, though - and the six-speed
manual transmission hops through the cogs
satisfyingly.
The hot Hyundai’s straight-line talent is blisteringly
impressive, but it is the i30 N’s chassis that blows
you away. This is the feature that remains indelibly
etched on my mind. It’s my ‘take-away’ memory
of the car if you like. Sure, this isn’t the fastest
hatchback ever made – but the point is, not many
cars in this segment will have such an excellent
chassis set-up.
And, here’s the occasionally thorny bit – the price.
Well, with this Hyundai there is no issue. The South
Korean firm knew it had to chip away at the main
competition to give itself authority in the hot-hatch
market. Therefore, an on-the-road price-tag of
£27,995 is more than respectable, bearing in mind
how capable the 2.0 T-GDi 275PS N Performance is
behind the wheel. Moreover, the car is jam-packed
with kit, and it feels well screwed together.
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