Local Life - St Helens - June 2019

LocalLife
St Helens Edition June 2019
Festival Fever
Pages 24 - 25
Win Rick Astley Tickets
Pages 44 - 45
Singing Ringing Tree Walk
Pages 46 - 48
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A Pheasant Plucker
Hope you had your teeth in properly if you read that
headline aloud!
Yes, once upon a time, I was that pheasant plucker,
scraping a living plucking pheasants and gutting
fish at a game butchers down south.
It was just one of many short-term jobs in my youth
whilst I ‘found my feet’. Kennel hand, pot washer,
baker, glass snatcher, petrol pump attendant (yes,
I’m that old!); you name it and I tried it out.
At the time people told me that work experience
like this was a positive thing as it would enable me
to work out what I didn’t want to do with the rest
of my life.
In fact, I was about 40 years old before I decided
what I wanted to do when I grew up, and I’m sure
that resonates with many other Local Life readers.
So why am I rattling on about this?
Well, for all of you who have exams coming up;
you’re obviously going to try your best, but you
don’t have to let the results of these exams define
your long-term future.
Hopefully you’ll pass all your exams with flying
colours.
But if, when you get your results back, they aren’t as
good as you need them to be, then it really isn’t the
end of the world – though it will probably seem like
it is at the time.
Picking yourself up, dusting yourself down and
finding another way forward is all part of building
character. I wish you all the best.
See you next time
Chris Pearce, Publisher
chrisp@locallife247.co.uk

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In this issue
Festival Fever
Regulars
36 Puzzle Corner
42 Events2Go
52 Test Drive
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Sections
6 Local News
28 Food
38 Health
52 Motoring
49 Gardening
54 Home Services
Away From The
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Music On The
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Win Rick Astley
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Walk & Talk
Get fit, have fun and make new friends at Sutton
Manor’s new walk and talk events.
Hosted by the St. Helens Healthy Living team and
St. Helens Community Sport, you’ll walk around
the community with others and receive a healthy
snack. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for
the weather.
Walks take place every Friday from 9:30am-
12:30pm, and meet at St. Michael’s & All Angels
Church on Gartons Lane. For more information, call
Nikki on 07747 473789.
Adopt A Box
Ever fancied having your own classic telephone
box? Well now you can… sort of.
Seven phone boxes across St. Helens are eligible
for BT’s ‘Adopt A Kiosk’ scheme, including the two
outside St. Helens Town Hall, one on St. James’ Road
in Rainhill, and one on College Street. Charities,
parish councils or recognised public bodies can
adopt one of the phone boxes to transform it into
a community project – some have been made into
tiny libraries, others into cake shops, and one into
the world’s smallest nightclub!
Adoption costs just £1 – to apply, visit www.bt.com/
adopt
Romeo & Juliet
An outdoor theatre performance of the Shakespeare
classic heads to St. Helens this month.
The iconic tale of star-crossed lovers is presented by
Imaginarium Theatre and is an indulgent feast for
the senses, with pulsing Carnevale rhythms merged
with Italian Opera. Expect thrilling fire dancing,
explosive fight choreography and spectacle.
You can catch the performance at Prescot Woodland
Theatre (L34 1LA) on Saturday, June 15 at 2pm and
again at 7pm, then on Saturday, July 13 at the same
times. The show also visits Taylor Park on Saturday,
June 22 at 2pm.
Tickets cost £15.40 for adults and £8.80 for children,
and are available on www.imaginariumtheatre.
co.uk
Summer Nights
Two huge outdoor cinema experiences head to
Dunham Massey this summer.
Catch a special showing of Grease on Thursday,
August 29 from 6:30pm with the beautiful grounds
as a backdrop. Experience the friendships, romance
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On Saturday, August 31, Bohemian Rhapsody
heads to the park at 6:30pm. You’ll follow Queen
through their huge career all through to their heady
performance at the 1985 Live Aid.
Tickets for the films cost £15.50 per adult, £10.50
per child under 12, or free for under-5s. For more
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Liverpool Wine Fest
The Bordeaux Wine Festival returns to Liverpool’s
waterfront this month.
From Friday, May 31 until Sunday, June 2, catch eight
wine pavilions offering hundreds of different wines
to sample. You’ll be able to chat to experts about
winemaking techniques, taste some delicious food,
and watch cookery masterclasses from top chefs.
Tickets start at £21.50 and can be booked at www.
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Sister Act
Rainhill Musical Theatre Company present the
hilarious musical Sister Act this month.
From Wednesday, June 12 until Saturday, June 15,
catch the story of lounge singer Deloris Wilson,
who’s forced to live life as a nun after being placed
in witness protection.
With classic songs including Bless Our Show and
Lady in the Long Black Dress, the show is sure to be
a smash hit!
Tickets cost £9 per adult or £7 per concession.
Performances take place every evening at 7:30pm
at Rainhill Village Hall on Dane Court.
For more information or tickets, call 07948 908693
or visit www.rainhillmusicaltheatrecompany.co.uk
Ping Pong Parlour
A brand new ping-pong parlour has opened in St.
Mary’s Arcade. If you’re in the area, head down to
the unit in the arcade and play some free games of
table tennis with friends.
The Parlour came to life in partnership with Table
Tennis England, and aims to get people healthier
and active through the sport. It opens 9am-5:30pm
Monday to Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sundays.
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St Helens Valuation Days
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Accessible Allotments
A new community allotment has opened in St.
Helens, and aims to be accessible for everyone.
The project, based at Cabbage Hall Allotments on
Hard Lane, has introduced raised
beds and paved paths to allow
everyone a chance at gardening,
regardless of age or ability. The
wheelchair-friendly site also features
a new composting toilet and an
indoor area to host workshops and
activities for various groups.
through fruit and vegetable sales throughout the
year. For more information, visit www.sthelens.gov.
uk and search allotments.
Funds for the garden came from the
Enovert Community Trust and the
St. Helens Councillor Improvement
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in total.
Cabbage Hall Allotments is entirely
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Hockey Open Day
St. Helens Hockey, based at Selwyn Jones in
Newton-le-Willows, are hosting an open day in
June. Whether you’d like to learn a new sport or
you’re an experienced player, come and have a go
with all equipment provided. Hockey’s a great way
to get active and meet new people!
The session takes place at Selwyn Jones (WA12
0AG) on Saturday, June 22 from 1pm-3pm. For more
information, visit www.sthelenshockey.com
Free Heart Test
Cardiac Risk in the Young are offering free heart
tests in Prescot this month.
Every week in the UK at least 12 apparently fit and
healthy young people die of undiagnosed heart
conditions.
Go along on Saturday, June 15 to the Prescot School
on Knowsley Park Lane to check your heart health.
ECG and Echocardiograms will be offered to all
young people aged 14-35. Screenings also include
a medical history questionnaire.
For more information about CRY, visit www.c-r-y.
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Charity Singers
The North West Charity Singers head to St. Helens in
June for their latest community concert.
The charity help to reduce loneliness and social
isolation in the community, working with people
affected by dementia, Parkinson’s or other illnesses,
and aiming to unite people through music.
On Wednesday, June 19, head to Prescot Guild Hall
on St. Helens Road for a night of great songs, plus a
raffle and food! Tickets are just £2 per person.
The concert runs from 12pm-4pm. For more
information, call 07940 875773 or email
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Disability Rugby
The Saints Community Development Foundation of Disability Rugby League, helping the sport
have launched a brand new Junior Disability rugby develop and move forward. I hope to see new faces
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at our sessions in the near future and I cannot wait
Players aged between 5 and 14 who have learning to get started.’
or physical disabilities are encouraged to join up for The initiative comes in partnership with YMCA Y
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Saints Disability Coach Gareth Foster said: ‘I believe activity sessions.
this is a fantastic initiative. We are always looking for Training sessions take place on Thursday evenings
new players to join us and being able to bring these from 5pm-6pm at Ruskin Drive Sports Complex.
sessions to younger members of our community is For further information about the new initiative or
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Petals on the Mersey
Willowbrook Hospice are hosting a special event
for people to remember their loved ones on a sail
across the River Mersey.
A specially chartered Mersey Ferry will take you
cruising along gentle waters, where you’ll receive
a bag of rose petals to scatter to the waves, taking
some time out to contemplate memories of lost
loved ones. It’s the perfect time to reflect on what
they meant to you while helping to raise money to
support the hospice in providing end-of-life care for
others.
Tickets cost £15 per adult and £5 per child, with
proceeds going to the Hospice. The event takes
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For more information or to book your place, call
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Ride 4 Violet-Grace
A sponsored cycle and fun day will take place next
month in memory of Violet-Grace Youens, a local
girl who was tragically killed in a hit-and-run in
2017. Violet donated two of her organs and inspired
countless other people to join the organ donor
register – a true superhero.
The annual Ride 4 Violet-Grace event begins at
the Totally Wicked Stadium on Sunday, July 21,
incorporating both a 10-mile cycle and a longer
motorbike ride. Both routes pass Whiston Hospital
before the motorcycles continue on to Alder Hey
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Violet’s life – before returning to the stadium.
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for organ donation. Proceeds will also go to the
Isabella-Rose Foundation in memory of Isabella-
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Rachel from Violet-Grace’s Gift said: ‘We’re working
hard with the council and local emergency services
to make sure the Ride 4 Violet-Grace is as safe as
possible. All we ask for is a £5 donation to ride the
route, and that you preferably wear something
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‘It is quite emotional seeing all the bikes and cyclists
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from the biking community, it’s truly amazing’, she
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A family fun day will also take place on the day,
featuring plenty of bouncy castles, raffles and
refreshments, along with an organ donation stand
to gather more information about the register. Kids
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and blood bikes, creating a great family-oriented
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The fun day runs from 10am-3pm, while the bike
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Safe and Sound
The summer holidays are just around the corner. We
put a lot of effort into planning our perfect summer
break, but we often don’t put quite as much effort
into making sure that while we’re away relaxing our
home is safe
Most burglars are opportunists, who target empty
homes. This means that the holiday season is
bonanza time for them. However, a little preparation
can save a lot of distress. 60 percent of burglars gain
entrance through rear or side windows and doors so
make securing these a priority.
Fences and hedges are the first line of defence
against uninvited guests so should act as an
effective barrier, rather than just being attractive
borders. Police recommend ‘hostile plants’: plants
that are spiky, prickly or very dense. Don’t let them
grow too high though, your home should be visible
from the street and to your neighbours. The idea is
not to provide a hiding place for intruders! Protect
the entrance to your property too. If a gate isn’t
practical, consider covering pathways with gravel.
Thieves don’t like to announce their presence and
the sound of footsteps on gravel is often enough to
put them off entering.
Motion-activated lighting and well-lit paths and
driveways are also a good deterrent. Outside
security lighting is cheap to set up, and low energy
light bulbs keep running costs down. Also, consider
installing a burglar alarm - as well as protecting
your property, having an alarm can also lower your
insurance premiums.
While you’re away on holiday, some extra
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precautions will help protect your
possessions. Keep valuables out
of sight. If they can be seen, then
someone might be tempted to try to
steal them. Don’t close curtains in the
daytime though, as this announces to
the world that your house is empty.
Invest in timer switches to turn lights
and the radio on and off. Cancel any
milk or newspaper deliveries.
Inform a couple of trusted neighbours
that you will be away. Ask them to
keep an eye on your property and
offer to do the same for them while
they are away. Little tasks like moving the post away
from the door, and drawing your curtains in the
evening will make it look as though someone is in.
They could even park a car on your drive if you are
taking yours away. Offer to do the same for them
when they go on holiday.
Join your Neighbourhood Watch Scheme, or if there
isn’t a local scheme, set one up. Neighbourhood
Watch has an excellent track record of deterring
opportunistic thieves.
A little vigilance and some common sense go a long
way to protecting the things you love. Follow these
simple steps and you will be able to relax on holiday
knowing your home is as safe as it can be.
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Competition Winners
Congratulations to Kathy Holliday from
Windle, who won a pair of tickets to see Jess
Glynne live at Haydock Park Racecourse on
Friday, June 7! We hope you enjoy the show!
Congratulations also go to Paula Greenwood-
Connaire, who won a pair of tickets in our
Facebook competition, and to Dez Chow, Lucy
Cleaver and Lizzie Mitchell for winning two VIP
tickets each to Neighbourhood Weekender
Festival in Warrington!
Don’t forget to head to page 44 for your
chance to win a pair of tickets to Rick Astley
live in concert at Haydock Park on Saturday,
July 20, and make sure you visit our Facebook
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Summer Arts Market
Liverpool Cathedral hosts a huge summer arts
market on Saturday, June 1.
Browse stalls from over 200 artists, designers and
makers; get your hands on some vintage goods;
and browse food stalls. The event provides a
wonderful, bespoke alternative to the high street
with stylist homeware, unique gifts and artisan
food. There’s also a craft workshop to keep the little
ones entertained!
The fair runs from 10am-6pm. Entry costs £3 per
adult, with children under 16 going free. For more
information, visit www.summerartsmarket.com
Tee Off
A charity golf day takes place in August in aid of the
HoneyRose Foundation.
On Monday, August 5, head down to Grange Park
Golf Club on Prescot Road for an entire day of golf
to raise funds for the cancer charity. You’ll receive a
bacon barm & hot drink on arrival, with a 1:30pm
shotgun start, followed by a delicious 2-course
meal and prize presentation. Entry costs £50 per
player - call 01744 732229, 07733 470250 or email
d.lane107@btinternet.com to register.
Arthritis Advice
The St. Helens NRAS group’s next talk takes place on
Thursday, July 18 at the United Reformed Church on
King Street.
NRAS aims to help people living with Rheumatoid
Arthritis and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis by offering
support and information. It runs talks every other
month on various topics so people can further their
understanding of the condition and its treatments.
July’s talk is entitled ‘Virtual Clinics in Rheumatology’
by Charlotte Howden, a clinical nurse specialist. It
starts at 6:30pm.
For more information, call 0845 458 3969 or visit
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Record Breakers
Ever fancied getting your name in the Guinness
Book of World Records? Now’s your chance!
A world record breaking attempt at the most
consecutive rugby league passes will take place in
St. Helens on Saturday, June 1. The current record
stands at 280 passes – so a total of 281 people are
needed to sign up for the attempt!
You’ll also be raising money for a great cause along
the way – the event is in support of the Steve
Prescott Foundation in association with Accord
Legal Services.
Chairman of Thatto Heath Crusaders Mike Denning
said: ‘A team from St. Helens Council took part in a
rugby tournament at Twickenham a few years ago
and sadly failed, so we are not taking anything for
granted. This is not going to be easy!’
Passes must be made from a distance of 5 metres,
and within 5 seconds of each pass.
Registration costs £10 for a basic entry or £25
including an event t-shirt. Certificates will be
given out if the record is broken. The event takes
place at Crusader Park on Close Street (WA9 5JA)
on Saturday, June 1 at 4pm, after Thatto Heath
Crusaders take on Wath Brow.
For more information, call Martin on 07971 792859
or email info@steveprescottfoundation.co.uk
Gentle Activity
New free sessions are being offered by Active St.
Helens for people wanting to improve their fitness
through gentle activity.
The sessions are designed for people aged 60+ and
are suitable for all levels of ability. Get involved with
badminton, table tennis, boccia, indoor bowls, new
age kurling and more! There’s no pressure - have a
break and a coffee whenever you want.
They run every Monday from 10:30am-12:30pm
at Rainhill Village Hall. For more information, call
01744 675403.
Open Gardens
Willowbrook Hospice are opening their gardens to
the public in time for summer.
On Saturday, July 20 and Sunday, July 21, the
award-winning gardens on Portico Lane will be
open for viewing, including the Japenese Gardens
and lots of beautiful borders. Enjoy refreshments
and browse handmade gifts from various craft stalls
while you’re there!
Entrance to the gardens will cost £3 per adult, with
children going free.
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Festival Fever
Prescot Festival returns for its fifteenth year in June,
and with so much going on you’ll be spoilt for
choice! Arts and music events will be spread across
Prescot venues, including plenty of chances for you
to get involved in the arts.
Artistic director and founder of the festival Dr.
Robert Howard said: ‘We began with a single
weekend, programming a handful of concerts
back-to-back. By the following year we were adding
fringe events and, having discovered an appetite
for top-tier arts and music in the area, we soon
extended to 10 days.’
‘At the heart of the Prescot Festival is the great
British tradition of community music-making,’ he
continued. ‘From our Come-and-Sing choir to the
Proms-style finale, we just want people to enjoy
both listening and taking part.’
This year’s festival takes place from Friday, June 21
until Sunday, June 30.
The festival’s opening night on Friday, June 21 at
7:30pm sees the Band & Drums of the Cheshire
Constabulary head over to Prescot Parish Church
for a night of spectacular brass.
A real crowd pleaser, the Prescot Carnival returns
on Sunday, June 23 from 12pm, with a huge array
of funfair rides, stalls, delicious food and live
entertainment for all ages! The annual parade will
assemble on Eccleston Street at 11:15am and wind
through the streets to the carnival on Brown’s Field
off Wood Lane.
Catch a screening of the 1950 film The Magnet
on Thursday, June 27, starting at 7pm at St. Paul’s
Church on Bryer Road. A young James Fox stars in
the comedy, filmed on location in New Brighton
and Liverpool.
Brand new for 2019 is the primary school choir
festival, organised by St. Mary & St. Paul’s School.
Other gifted students of all ages gather for the
Young Instrumentalists of Prescot showcase with
Evelyn Community Primary School to display their
musical prowess for the local community.
Music fans can catch organist Richard Lea in
recital, hear a performance from the Maghull Wind
Orchestra, or groove to Dr. Jazz & the Cheshire Cats
across several days of the festival. There will also be
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Venue Dates
Friday, June 21, 7:30pm – Opening Night: Band
& Drums of the Cheshire Constabulary, including
hotpot supper. Prescot Parish Church, tickets £7.
Saturday, June 22, 7pm – Choral Celebration.
Prescot Festival Chorus performs Vivaldi’s Gloria,
with the Liverpool Cathedral Choir. Choral singers
(soprano, alto, tenor & bass) are welcome to join
in - a £5 singers’ fee applies; to register, visit www.
prescotfestival.co.uk Prescot Parish Church, tickets
£5.
Ken Pye and a night of opera at Whiston Town Hall.
The festival’s finale takes place at 7:30pm on Sunday,
June 30, when the winner of this year’s short story
competition will be awarded their £100 prize. The
evening will also include plenty of chances to join
in with songs like Jerusalem and Land of Hope and
Glory.
Tickets for all the events are available from Poco
Coffee on Eccleston Street or online at www.
prescotfestival.co.uk
A full events calendar and further information
can be obtained from the website or by emailing
prescotfestival@gmail.com
Sunday, June 23, 12pm – Prescot Carnival. Brown’s
Field, free entry.
Sunday, June 23, 3pm – Richard Lea in Recital.
More than an hour of music from the Liverpool
Metropolitan Cathedral organist with refreshments.
Prescot Parish Church, tickets £5.
Monday, June 24, 6pm – Primary School Choir
Festival. Prescot Parish Church, free entry.
Wednesday, June 26, 9:30am – Young
Instrumentalists of Prescot. Evelyn Community
Primary School, free entry.
Thursday, June 27, 7pm – The Magnet Screening.
St. Paul’s Church, tickets £5 including a free choc ice.
Friday, June 28, 7pm – Dr. Jazz & the Cheshire
Cats. Prescot Parish Church, tickets £7, including a
delicious cupcake in the interval.
Saturday, June 29, 11:30am – Curious Tales of
Prescot & Knowsley by Ken Pye. Parish Church
meeting room, entry £1.
Saturday, June 29, 7:30pm – Opera Viva on
Broadway. A memorable night of tunes from the
golden age of American musical theatre. Whiston
Town Hall, tickets £6.
Sunday, June 30, 6pm – Festival Choral Evensong
and refreshments. Prescot Parish Church, free entry.
Sunday, June 30, 7:30pm – Festival Finale. The
Maghull Wind Orchestra and Danielle Louise
Thomas draw the festival to a close, Proms-style.
Don’t forget to bring a British flag or buy one on the
night! Prescot Parish Church, tickets £6.

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Art on the
Airwaves
June offers you the
chance to be part of a
hyper-local radio show,
broadcasting live from
the high street.
Heart of Glass in St.
Helens has teamed
up with artists Hunt
& Darton, BuzzHub
(St Helens CDP) and
Newton Boys and Girls
Club’s WA12 Radio to
bring 12 hours of art to
the airwaves and the
streets of the borough.
The public are invited
to be part of a brand
new radio station,
broadcasting live from Church Square on Saturday,
June 29 from 8am-8pm, when Heart of Glass
welcomes back performance artists Jenny Hunt and
Holly Darton for their touring production ‘Radio
Local’.
In the coming weeks, Jenny & Holly are inviting the
heroes, the characters, the pillars of the community,
the weird and wonderful, the fonts of all gossip, and
one and all to take part. The resulting 12 hour long
live show will be broadcast by WA12 Radio - the
radio station powered by Newton Boys and Girls
Club.
On the day, people across the town can get
involved in scavenger hunts, jingles, hyper-local
weather reports, soap operas and dating shows.
The marathon broadcast will also include prerecorded
content made by three artists who are
spending a week living in St. Helens: exploring,
meeting neighbours, and finding out what it means
to be local.
Angharad Williams, Lead Producer at Heart of Glass
said: ‘We’re thrilled to welcome back award-winning
artists Hunt & Darton for their latest participatory
show and to be teaming up with our friends at
BuzzHub again. We’re also delighted to begin
working with the WA12 Radio team at Newton Boys
& Girls Club. This is a show that’s all about local
people and we know that St Helens will make this
event very special indeed.’

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28 Food
Pork & Pineapple Kebabs
A take on sweet n’ sour pork, barbecue style. Serves 4
Ingredients
400g Pork fillet
4 tbsp Light muscovado sugar
60ml Cider vinegar
1 tsp Asian fish sauce
½ Small pineapple, peeled, cored and
cut into chunks (or use ready prepped
fresh pineapple, drained well)
1 Pepper (any colour), deseeded and cut
into squares
Spanish onion, chopped into chunks
Small bunch coriander, chopped
(optional)
To serve - Boiled rice or pitta pockets
Method
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Cut the pork into cubes. Heat the sugar and vinegar in a pan
over a low heat until the sugar melts. Add the fish sauce and
cool. Tip in the pork and mix well so that all the cubes are
covered in sauce.
Heat the barbecue, or a griddle pan or grill. Thread the pork
and pineapple onto skewers, alternating pieces with the
pepper and Spanish onion. You can use whatever onions you
have but Spanish are more delicate in flavour and sweeten
nicely when grilled.
Barbecue or griddle the skewers for 3-4 mins each side (you
may need to cook them for longer if griddling). Serve with rice
or slide into pitta pockets

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Award-winning sausages
Home-made burgers
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www.hayestraditionalbutchers.co.uk

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Chamber Winners
Revealed
The winners of the 2019 St Helens Chamber
Business Awards have been revealed at the St
Helens Chamber Annual Dinner and Business
Awards event, which took place Thursday 16th May
at the Totally Wicked Stadium.
300 guests were welcomed to the event by Graham
Worsley, Chairman of St Helens Chamber, before
being inspired by special guest speaker Paul
Sculthorpe MBE.
The event also raised money for two local charities,
The Steve Prescott Foundation and Willowbrook
Hospice, with £6000 being divided between them.
Chairman of St. Helens Chamber Graham Worsley
said: ‘We have been overwhelmed by the volume
and calibre of entries to the Awards this year so the
judges really did have a difficult job on their hands,
but I believe we have found some truly outstanding
winners.’
The winners were:
Employer of the Year, sponsored by Wind in the
Willow Childcare – 360
Resourcing
Award, sponsored by Knauf – C E Bettridge & Son
Customer Commitment Award, sponsored by
Clickworks – Handepay
Small Business of the Year, sponsored by Inspired
Energy – The Filter Design Company
Apprentice of the Year (under 20), sponsored by
Helena Homes – Alex McGrath, Inovus Medical
Apprentice of the Year (20 and over), sponsored
by Starbank Panel Products – Nicola Walsh from
St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals and
Reece Buckley from Liverpool One.
Outstanding Commitment to Learning – Molly
Hinton-Jones
Outstanding Commitment to Student Development
– BooBoo Technical and Creative
Outstanding Commitment to Supporting Young
People – Bericote Properties
For more information about the awards, visit www.
sthelenschamber.com/businessawards
Export Business of the Year,
sponsored by Brendon
International – ATG Access
Best use of Technology,
sponsored by Network
Space – Dynamic Vehicle
Rental
High Growth Business of
the Year, sponsored by
NatWest – Cheshire Retail
NW Ltd
Family Business of Year

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Away from the
Crowds
Fancy something a bit different this summer away
from the crowds of traditional seaside resorts? A
relaxing weekend away or a day out in one of the
North West’s lesser-known resorts can be just the
ticket. Rural hotspots like Arnside or Grange-over-
Sands could be the ideal place to while away those
long, warm summer days.
Arnside & Silverdale
Nestled just north of Morecambe in Cumbria,
Arnside is a quiet resort and former fishing port.
With glorious views over Morecambe Bay, the
village provides the perfect balance of seaside
and country fields and is filled with quaint shops
and tearooms, with cosy B&Bs tucked along the
waterfront. Arnside Pier might not be long, but it’s
certainly a tranquil place to watch the world go by
with a 99; Pier Lane Gallery is also well worth a
visit to enjoy art by local
people.
of Arnside, also offers sites of historical acclaim –
Arnside Tower dates back to the fifteenth century
and originally stretched to five storeys high. The
impressive ruin is Grade II* listed and can be viewed
from the nearby public footpath. Nearby, the
Pepperpot was built back in 1887 to commemorate
Queen Victoria’s golden jubilee, and a glorious walk
winds through Eaves Wood and up King William’s
Hill to reach the monument.
Grange-over-Sands
One of the Lake District’s many natural beauty spots
– and just a short hop over to Windermere – Grangeover-Sands
offers plenty to do for any discerning
daytripper. Begin at Holker Hall & Gardens, an estate
which spans 17,000 acres and provides a stunning
backdrop for a picnic before you head inside to tour
the Hall and its gardens,
A five minute drive away
is Arnside Knott, a wildlife
area of international
importance run by the
National Trust. Made up
of limestone grassland
and wet meadow,
the land is excellent
for bug spotting and
birdwatching – it’s
renowned for various
species of butterfly and
songbirds, with plenty
of walking routes
around the area.
Parkgate Salt Marsh & Quayside
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which were recently named
some of the most inspiring in
Britain.
In the town centre, enjoy
a relaxing walk along the
Victorian promenade, with
views across the expanse of
saltmarsh – it might not be
a sandy beach, but the calm
atmosphere and extensive
range of wildlife more than
make up for it. It’s worth
a visit to the Lakeland
Miniature Village close by –
depicting typical Cumbrian
houses of the past, the
display is a great place to take the kids.
Unsworth’s Yard packs a brewery, cheese shop and
bakery into one courtyard. Experience a working
local real ale brewery or sample various cheeses, or
just enjoy a drink out in the sunshine. Plus, Cartmel’s
just up the road if you’re keen on a day at the races!
Heysham
Home to its very own nuclear power station,
Heysham is a picturesque seaside town close to
Morecambe in Lancashire. The settlement actually
dates back to the Stone Age, and there are plenty
of ancient sites to peruse around the village –
you’ll find a Viking-era stone tucked away in St.
Peter’s Church, and the base
of an Anglo-Saxon cross in the
churchyard. Most famous are
the rock-cut stone graves dating
back from around the tenth
century, close to St. Patrick’s
Chapel – a Grade I listed site.
You can even arrange for a free
tour of the power station – but
make sure to book well in advance
for security clearance reasons. If
you aren’t lucky enough to book
onto a tour, pop into the visitor
centre to learn more about the
production of nuclear energy and
Lytham Hall
the power station’s place in Heysham.
Lytham & St. Anne’s
St. Anne’s Pier opened to the public back in 1885,
and was where you’d catch a steamer boat across to
Blackpool or Liverpool. The service stopped when
the Ribble estuary channels were dredged, leaving
the pier too high to offer a steamer service. The
pier is still a sight to behold, despite enduring two
major fires in 1974 and 1982, leaving half of the pier
demolished for safety reasons – the ruins of it still
stand on the beach today.
Heysham Village
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There’s plenty of entertainment on and around the
pier – try your luck at the arcade games or treat
yourself to fish and chips, or let the kids loose in the
paddling pool! The summer months are really when
St. Anne’s comes alive, and the beautiful beach is a
great place to begin.
Just down the road in Lytham, Fairhaven Lake is
home to a large group of wildfowl and is praised
for its recreation activities – visit the RSPB Discovery
Centre to learn more about the birds native to the
area, or hire a canoe or rowing boat to enjoy the
sunshine on the water.
Knott End Ferry
You can also sit back and relax on a motorboat
cruise around the lake if you aren’t feeling up to
rowing.
Pay a visit to Lytham Lighthouse, which dates back
to 1805 and opens regularly to the public, or head
over to Lytham Hall for a tour of the building and
refreshments in the pretty tearoom located in the
grounds. The town centres of both Lytham and St.
Anne’s offer plentiful shopping opportunities, with
restaurants and bars for a bit of a breather.
Knott End
The perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle
of Blackpool’s seafront but within driving distance
of the attractions, Knott End-on-Sea provides a
tranquil base for the nearby towns of Fleetwood
and Cleveleys. Knott End itself offers gentle walks
along a seafront footpath which overlooks the
saltmarsh, with regular ferries operating to take
tourists into the neighbouring town of Fleetwood,
just across the River Wyre. Enjoy fish and chips
along the seafront and don’t forget to check out the
statue of Lancashire artist LS Lowry, a regular visitor
to Knott End in the 1940s and 50s – the village is the
basis for many of his paintings.
There’s plenty to keep you occupied in the nearby
towns, too, with three historical lighthouses over
in Fleetwood - two of which
are still operated today. The
Wyre Light sits crumbling out
to sea, but can still be spotted
for an atmospheric photograph
from the shore. Fleetwood’s
renowned outlet shopping
village is worth a visit if you’re
looking to grab a bargain, while
the Fleetwood Museum offers
a slice of maritime and local
history for the area.
Parkgate
Dubbed the only coastal resort
in Cheshire, Parkgate lies on
the Wirral and is the perfect
spot to enjoy a laid-back minibreak. Dotted with
eateries – from cosy teashops to famous ice cream
parlours – the Parkgate Parade looks out over
wetland flora and fauna, and provides a welcome
break from the crowds of major resorts. It’s also a
perfect spot for walkers and cyclists – the nearby
Wirral Country Park spans beautiful swathes of
greenery, picturesque railway stations and the
stunning Thurstaston cliffs.
It’s a fifteen minute drive – or a twenty five minute
bike ride – from Parkgate over to Thurstaston,
where you can witness the spectacular natural
erosion of the cliffs and a beautiful beach. Located
within Wirral Country Park, Hadlow Road Station
is a perfectly preserved throwback to the 1950s.
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Photo credit National Trust Images/John Millar
Parkgate
is kept up by volunteers, and you can learn more
about the station’s history inside the old ticket
office.
Parkgate also provides a great base for visiting more
of the Wirral, including the marine lake at West
Kirby, or for taking a day trip over to Hilbre Island
to spot seals, whales and dolphins. Just be sure to
check the tides before you make the walk across to
the island, or else you could end up marooned!
Formby Sand Dunes
Formby
Well-known for its
beautiful, National
Trust maintained
beach, Formby has
a whole lot to offer
for any tourist this
summer. Visit the red
squirrel reserve or
scale the sand dunes
before heading into
Formby Village,
which offers great
places for dining out.
Beyond its shoreline,
Formby also made
its name in a local delicacy. Formby asparagus
boomed in the 1920s and 30s, with over 200 acres
under cultivation in the area. First-class passengers
on the Titanic allegedly dined on Formby asparagus
before the luxury liner sank on its maiden voyage.
Nowadays the crop is grown on just 5 acres of land,
but you can still travel along the 1 ½ mile Asparagus
Trail to see huge wooden asparagus spears.
Walkers can also head out to the nearby Formby
Point to witness the shipwreck of the Ionic Star: the
mossy skeleton of a once-great cargo vessel lost on
the Mersey Channel.
She ran aground in
1939 and now rests
against a backdrop
of wind turbines.
Just down the beach,
find the Bradda – a
steam-powered cargo
coaster wrecked in
1936. The ship left only
one survivor when it
sank, though the crew
sent up flares and lit
paraffin-soaked rags to
attract attention.

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Puzzle Corner
All the puzzle solutions can be found
on page 50 of this magazine.
WORD SEARCH
Weird-but-real words
SUDOKU
Find the hidden words in the word search grid
ABIBLIOPHOBIA
ABSQUATULATE
BIBBLE
BLOVIATE
BORBORYGM
BROUHAHA
BUMFUZZLE
COLLYWOBBLES
COMEUPPANCE
ERINACEOUS
GARDYLOO
GUBBINS
LOLLYGAG
NUDIUSTERTIAN
WIGGLE WORDS
CLUE: Good looking.
Trace a path through
all the letters to find
the word or phrase
that fits the clue.
PAUCILOQUENT
QUIRE
RATOON
SIALOQUENT
WABBIT
XERTZ
YARBOROUGH
D P D E
R O D A
U O G O
S E G R
NUMBER
BLOCK
1 5
3 1
2 4
2 2
8 9 10 11
The numbers in each row add up to totals to the
right. The numbers in each column add up to the
totals along the bottom. The diagonal lines also
add up the totals to the right.
6
8
9
10
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38 Health & Fitness
Music on the Move
Research has shown what most
of us instinctively knew - that
listening to the right type and
tempo of music while you run
keeps you ‘in the zone’ for longer.
So what factors are important
when choosing headphones for
running?
Water resistance – If you
run outside this is obviously
important, but many of us forget
that sweat is water and if you’re
running, indoors or out you will
sweat, and eventually this will
kill your headphones.
Fit – There are headphones which wrap tightly
around your head, or over and around your ears.
But the best types of running headphones are
probably true wireless, or lightweight Bluetooth.
They are ‘in-ear’ designs with tips that fit into the
ear and additional, curved, tapered 'hooks' that sit
under the crater of cartilage just above the earhole,
known as the anti-helix. When you’re running little
things like a cable rubbing the back of your neck
can feel irritating.
Also, although the battery life can be irritatingly
short with true wireless headphones if you use
them as your main set, it’s more than long enough
for even the most enthusiastic runner.
Wireless and ‘true wireless’ headphones are
different. ‘True wireless’ headphones completely
lack a cable or connector between the earpieces.
Wireless headphones are still connected in some
way, either over the head or round the back of the
neck, even if they no longer need to be connected
to a phone jack.
Sound quality – This is possibly the least important
feature for sports use. Mostly runners want to feel
the beat and be motivated by their pumped-up
playlist, while blocking out external noise. Sports
headphones are not about being able to pick out
the subtle nuances in a Chopin piano concerto.
They need to be reasonable sound quality and be
able to cope with a bit of bass.
Ambient Sound – Some headphones are designed
to let in ambient sound with good reason:
situational awareness is important if you run on
your own and you want to be aware of traffic or
of someone approaching you. This feature is less
important if you prefer to run in a gym and want to
block out the world.
Running is such a great activity, and the right
music will add to the experience, so pick up some
headphones today and in the words of the classic
from Spencer Davis Group which features on my
own playlist - Keep on Running.
By Tom Hancock

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Beat Bladder Weakness
As I carried two heavy bags of shopping into the
house I sneezed, and my bladder emptied itself
on to the hall floor. I was wearing a light skirt and
no tights so there was nothing to stop it. Horrified
I dropped the shopping, ran to the toilet, finished
‘going’, then cleaned myself and the floor.
I thought maybe it was a one-off incident but over
the next few weeks it happened more and more.
Why was this happening? I was only 49, slim
and a runner. I did my Kegel exercises regularly.
Incontinence didn’t happen to people like me!
Eventually I plucked up the courage to speak to
my GP. It turns out that although Kegels are helpful
they are not a cure-all. Some of us have hypertonic
muscles – our pelvic floors are too tight, which can
also cause leaking. In these cases Kegels may make
the problem worse!
The GP also informed me that while most people
think of incontinence as a problem for the elderly
she treats cases in teenagers, right through to
octogenarians and beyond. As we age hormone
changes mean we are more likely to leak, but
there are many causes: pelvic floor trauma caused
by childbirth or sex, interstitial cystitis, multiple
sclerosis, chemotherapy, neurological disorders,
fistula, and even certain medications.
later. But my GP informed me that both these
habits were probably doing more harm than
good. Straining when going to the loo can cause a
prolapse…not good, and avoiding drinking means
more concentrated urine which irritates the bladder
lining resulting in a false urge to wee.
My leakiness was a combination of hormone
changes and my love of running. I was referred to
a specialist physio and while I am not completely
cured it’s now much less of an issue.
Bladder leakage more common than you think in
all age groups, and I want you to know that there
is nothing to be ashamed of and you don’t have to
suffer in silence.
By Katie Tew
Prescot Chiropody Clinic
Somehow in my head I (completely unfairly)
equated incontinence with people who don’t care
about themselves. I couldn’t be incontinent because
I was fit, wore make-up and had regular haircuts! In
fact, high-impact sports can damage a pelvic floor.
Runners, gymnasts, dancers and weightlifters may
put more strain on their pelvic floor than it can
handle and as a result can experience stress urinary
incontinence.
I had been avoiding drinking in social situations,
and straining out as much urine as I could when I
went to the loo to try to prevent leaks happening

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No Milk Today
Cow’s milk is considered dietary staple by many. It’s
rich in protein and important vitamins and minerals,
including calcium, phosphorus and B vitamins. But
some people can’t or don’t drink cow’s milk at all
due to personal preferences, dietary restrictions,
allergies or intolerances.
Lactose intolerance is very common. Lactose is
a sugar found in cow’s milk. People with lactose
intolerance cannot digest this sugar so it stays in
the digestive tract causing gas and irritation.
So, what is available for those who prefer a nondairy
alternative?
Soy Milk – Made with either soybeans or soy
protein isolate, and often contains thickeners and
vegetable oils. It typically has a mild and creamy
flavour. It has a similar nutritional make-up to cow’s
milk, and works best in cooking, in coffee and on
cereal.
Almond Milk (or other nut milks) – This is made
with either whole almonds or almond butter and
water (cashew, hazelnut and macadamia nut milks
are also available). Nut milks have a light texture
and a slightly sweet and nutty flavour. They contain
fewer calories and fat than cow’s milk but are also
significantly lower in protein and carbohydrates.
They can be added to coffee and tea, used on
cereal, mixed in smoothies and used as milk in
desserts and baked goods.
Coconut Milk - Made from water and the white
flesh of brown coconuts. It has a creamy texture
and a sweet, subtle coconut flavour. It contains less
fat than cow’s milk and significantly less protein
and carbohydrates. It can be used on cereal and in
smoothies and cooking.
Oat Milk – Made from a mixture of oats and water. It
is high in soluble fibre, which is good for gut health.
It is naturally sweet with a mild flavour and can be
used in cooking in the same way as cow’s milk. It is
also good for use on cereal or in smoothies.
Rice Milk - Made from milled white or brown rice
and water this is the least likely milk substitute to
trigger allergies, which makes it a safe option for
those with allergies or intolerances to dairy, gluten,
soy or nuts. It is mild in taste and naturally sweet
and is nice to drink on its own as
well as in smoothies, or in desserts or
over cereal. It is not a good choice for
children or the elderly because of its
low protein content, and it has a high
glycaemic index so is not good for
diabetics either.
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ideal for everyone. The taste, nutrition
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considerably, so it is worth taking a
while to experiment and find those
that work best for you.
By Louise Addison

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Almost 300,000 people in Cheshire and Merseyside
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advice on living a healthy lifestyle at the sessions.
Go along to the community centre in Carr Mill
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42 Leisure
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Cat Show
Saturday, June 1, 12:30pm
The Merseyside Cat Club present their 40th
Ruby Anniversary Show, with cats of all breeds
competing in various classes. For more info, visit
www.merseysidecatclub.co.uk
Sutton Leisure Centre, Elton Head Road,
St. Helens, WA9 5AU
Cemetery Heritage Tour
Sunday, June 2, 11am
The Friends of St. Helens Cemetery host a heritage
walking tour – visit the graves of notable people
including local sportsmen, military heroes and
industrialists. £2 per walker, meet in the car park.
St. Helens Cemetery, Rainford Road, St. Helens,
WA10 6DF
Butterfly Survey
Tuesday, June 4, 1pm-3pm
The Ranger service lead you around the park,
showing you how to identify and record species of
butterfly. For more info, call 01744 678073.
Victoria Park, St. Helens, WA10 2UB
Moonlight Colour Walk
Saturday, June 8, 9pm
Choose from a 10K or 6.5K route, with an optional
colour splash where you’ll be covered head to toe
in rainbow powder for Willowbrook! Entry £15 for
adults or £5 for U-16s – bookable on 01744 453798.
The Living Well, Borough Rd, St. Helens, WA10 3RN
Choral Tea
Sunday, June 9, 4pm
Enjoy afternoon tea with St. Bartholomew’s Choir
and their Youth Choir! Tickets £8, bookable on
07512 750602 or stbarts@mimnagh.com
St. Ann’s Millennium Centre, View Road, Rainhill,
L35 0LE
Sir Michael Parkinson
Monday, June 10, 7:30pm
The nation’s favourite interviewer relives moments
from his remarkable career. Tickets £26-£33.
St. Helens Theatre Royal, Corporation Street, St.
Helens, WA10 1LQ. Tel: 01744 756000
Sister Act
Wednesday, June 12 – Saturday, June 15, 7:30pm
Rainhill Musical Theatre Company present Sister Act
– the hilarious classic musical about an undercover
nun. Tickets cost £9 for adults or £7 concessions,
available from Rainhill Post Office or Rainhill Village
Hall, or on 07948 908693.
Rainhill Village Hall, Dane Court, Rainhill, L35 4LU
Pensioners’ Coffee Morning
Friday, June 14, 11am-2pm
Enjoy a delicious tea, coffee and cake morning and
have a bit of a chinwag. There’ll be free facials and
hand massages, a Body Shop stall, raffle and bingo
games. Entry £1.
Rainhill Ex-Services Club, Warrington Road,
Rainhill, L35 4LS

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Grease Outdoor Cinema
Friday, June 14, 7pm-10pm
Enjoy the classic musical as you’ve never seen it
before – under the stars! Tickets £8 per adult or £6
per child, bookable on TicketPole. Bring your own
chairs and blankets.
Sutton Cricket Club, New Street, St. Helens, WA9 3UU
Summer Fair
Saturday, June 15, 11:30am-2pm
Browse a range of stalls at the annual summer fair,
with children’s crafts and activities. Light lunches
available, free entry.
St. Paul’s Church, Chain Lane, Blackbrook, WA11 9QF
Black Tie Dinner
Saturday, June 15, 6:30pm
Part of Jonny Lomax’s testimonial 2019 – meet Paul
Sculthorpe, Sean Long, Paul Wellens and James
Roby while enjoying a delicious 3-course meal and
fantastic live entertainment! Tickets £40, available
from lomaxtestimonial@gmail.com
Totally Wicked Stadium, McManus Drive, St.
Helens, WA9 3AL
Gin & Pamper Afternoon
Sunday, June 16, 1pm-7pm
Enjoy free facials and hand massages, a Body Shop
stall, raffle and Play Your Cards Right games! There’ll
also be plenty of gins if you fancy a tipple. Entry £2
on the door.
Rainhill Ex-Services Club, Warrington Road,
Rainhill, L35 4LS
Charity Race Night
Friday, June 21, 7:30pm
Win fabulous prizes at this race night and play
tonnes of family games! All proceeds to Pilkington
Musical Theatre Company to help fund their
production of Oliver, and donations to local causes.
Tickets £8 for adults or £4 for children, available on
07939 831199.
Bishop Road Police Club, Bishop Road, St. Helens,
WA10 6SX
Armed Forces Day
Saturday, June 22, 11am-4pm (parade at 12pm)
Support our Armed Forces with live music from the
Lancashire Artillery Pipes & Drums Band, a military
parade and vintage displays. There’ll also be
interactive workshops on the day, a climbing wall,
assault course and a funfair.
Victoria Park, City Road, St. Helens, WA10 2UE
Radio Local
Saturday, June 29, 8am-8pm
Performance artists Hunt & Darton bring their
hyper-local radio show to St. Helens. Get involved
and help make the show your own, or listen to the
broadcast on WA12 radio.
Church Square, St. Helens, WA10 1BN
Johnny Vegas & Friends
Saturday, June 29, 7pm-11pm
Johnny Vegas heads to his last ever show at the
Citadel with a number of guests to see the iconic
venue go out in style. Proceeds go to the Citadel
Charity to support vulnerable people. Tickets £20
on 01744 762300 or from www.citadel.org.uk
The Citadel, Waterloo Street, St. Helens, WA10 1PX

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Win tickets to
Rick Astley
– Live in Concert
The Jockey Club Live and Haydock
Park Racecourse have joined forces
to present North West music fans
with a summer of incredible open
air concerts. Newton’s favourite
son, the timeless Rick Astley, will
be returning to Haydock Park on
Saturday 20th July 2019 and we’ve
got a pair of tickets to give away in
this super Local Life competition!
The Jockey Club Live concerts at Haydock Park
Racecourse have been a staple in the region’s
social calendar and over the past few years hosting
thousands of fans of live music, with performances
from artists including Kylie, Olly Murs, The Jacksons
and Culture Club. These events are renowned for
combining a fun filled evening at the races with a
spectacular evening concert in the informal and
relaxed open-air setting of the hallowed turf.
If you think you know Lancashire’s Rick Astley,
think again. The much-loved multi-million selling
80s icon, brought up just a few furlongs away from
Haydock Park, returned to capture the heart of a
nation with his #1 platinum selling album “50” in
2016 and this year returned with his stellar album
“Beautiful Life” in the Top 10. Back in 1987 his solo
debut “Never Gonna Give You Up” was a global
smash, Number 1 in 25 countries.
Over the next 5 years Rick had 13 international
hit singles. He became a viral sensation in the
noughties and most recently he has been back in the
studio creating new, touchingly
intimate ballads, upbeat dance
beats, hook-laden pop songs and
soul stormers – packing in the
cheeky lyrical references and the
signature sing-along style that are
instantly recognisable.
To enter the competition to win
a pair of tickets to Rick Astley -
Live at Haydock Park Racecourse,
simply visit our website, www.locallife247.co.uk,
click on ‘free stuff’ and then on ‘competitions’ and
then answer the following question;
Complete the Rick Astley song title – Never Gonna
……You Up
Over the next few months on Facebook, we’ll also
be giving away an additional pair of tickets for this
Rick Astley concert, and also a pair of tickets for
the Southport Flower Show – Make sure you visit
Facebook and give ‘Local Life Magazines’ a ‘like’ to
keep in touch.
The expiry date for the competition is midnight on Sunday
30th June 2019 and the winners will be notified within five
working days. Entrants must be over 16 years of age. Only
one entry per household. Local Life 247 cannot accept
responsibility for entries that do not reach us. Employees of
Local Life 247 Ltd and their families are not eligible to enter
this competition.
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Singing
Portrayed as one of the most iconic artworks in
Lancashire, the Singing Ringing Tree, high on the moors
above Burnley, is one of four local Panopticons and
consists of a unique musical sculpture in the form of
a wind-blown tree. The Tree, along with the attraction
of reaching the summit of Thieveley Pike, makes for
an enjoyable though challenging 5½ mile hike with
wonderful views.
The starting point of the walk is the car park near
the Singing Ringing Tree and the nearest postcode
is BB11 3RT. Follow the single track from the car park
to the clearly visible sculpture in the distance and
once you’ve done the ubiquitous selfies, head past
the sculpture and over the stile. Before you reach the
next dry-stone wall boundary, look to the left for the
pathway winding through moorland and pick up the
trail downhill.
Ringing
Tree by Chris Pearce
Turn right, cross over and look out for the footpath
sign on the left. Take the steps downhill and stay on
the left-hand side of the brook for a few steps, and
then cross the brook and follow the downhill path
towards Dyneley Farm. Go down the stone steps to
the track and turn right.
Follow the path, meandering gently downhill and
passing straight through Stone House Fold, still
heading towards the wind turbines in the distance
until the next farm appears: Scout Farm. Walk along
Clamber over the loose stone
entrance to the next field and follow
the left-hand perimeter of that
rough field as much as you are able.
Navigate your way round the left of the
hollow and carry on downhill towards the steel bar
gate next to the cottage. Go through the gate and
follow the extremely steep driveway to its conclusion
with the main Bacup Road (A671) by Heyne Farm.
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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the path at the front of the farm and then when you
reach the stone track, turn left towards a phone mast
for 50 yards or so until the path forks just before the
mast; take the lesser-used right fork along a dirt
track.
Pass through the wooden fence and carry on this
path, which runs parallel to the railway track. You’ll
eventually pass underneath the track and, when
you have done so, turn right. Follow that track to a
slanted T-junction; then turn right and take a tunnel
under the railway once more.
And so, it starts; the sheer hell of a climb from 650
ft to just over 1450 ft in one stretch. Follow the
winding stone path uphill and just before you get to
Buckley’s Farm, take the public footpath on the right
into Buckley Wood.
Follow the well-defined path up the side of Buckley
Wood until you reach the first plateau where a few
paths converge. Carry straight on uphill (there’s a
small Thieveley Pike sign on the fence) until you
reach the track that signifies the second plateau.
And there on Deerplay Moor the pathways peter out
somewhat, so just head uphill in the same direction
and you’ll eventually arrive at the white pillar (trig
point 6438) at the top of Thieveley Pike.
After giving yourself a big pat on the back for making
it to the top, turn right along the fence boundary and
then cross over a stile into the next field and carry
on in the same direction. Follow the path for almost
a mile, navigating Black Clough gorge on the way,
through a stone gateway and following the path on
the right-hand perimeter of a field which eventually
curves left and runs parallel to the A671.
Once you get onto the road from the field, turn
right, cross over and then walk ¼ of a mile and at
the T-junction, turn left to Rawtenstall and then
immediate right into Crown Point Road. Follow this
road for 230 yards and then take a left turn into a
short road by the Dunnockshaw Community Wood
sign.
Once you’ve walked about 25 yards of the short road,
hop over the stile on the right and continue through
the well-maintained woodlands for ¾ of a mile until
you reach the car park from where you started the
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Sitting
Sustainably
One of the great pleasures in
life has to be sitting outside
on a summer evening, glass of
wine in hand, gazing in reverie
at your precious plot.
But what are you sitting on? Is
your furniture environmentally
friendly? What about that
lovely decking, or your garden
shed?
As gardeners we have a
responsibility which extends
far beyond our boundary.
Trees are vital to the planet.
They convert carbon dioxide
into oxygen and act as environmental filters,
offsetting the effects of pollution. They also provide
a habitat for birds and animals.
Like many gardeners I take a keen interest in
environmental matters so it came as a shock when I
read recently that every year our tiny island imports
more unsustainably produced wood than anywhere
else in the world!
A good proportion of this wood is used to make
garden buildings, furniture, fencing and decking.
I was thrilled, therefore, to read about the Forest
Stewardship Council (FSC) and their certification
programme for sustainable produced and sourced
wood?
The FSC was founded in 1993, in response to public
concern about deforestation. The council devised a
wood-labelling scheme which allows a product to
be traced right back down the supply chain from the
consumer to its source.
Any product bearing the FSC logo is guaranteed
to be from forests which are carefully managed
to conserve biodiversity and support local
communities.
Unfortunately not all garden suppliers stock
products which are FSC approved. So we need to
demand that they do.
The world’s forests are in decline. Some tropical
hardwoods are already on the verge of extinction,
and temperate forests in the northern hemisphere
are also suffering because of unregulated treefelling.
As a gardener and lover of our environment I feel
more comfortable knowing that I’m not contributing
to the destruction of our planet. If you’re replacing
your garden furniture this year, ask to see the FSC
certified label.
Happy gardening.
By Rachael Leverton

50
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Nissan Qashqai
1.3 DiG-T by Tim Barnes-Clay
The Nissan Qashqai has been around for 11 years,
and it is still a hugely popular model, ranking as
Britain’s fourth most popular new motor. Only
Volkswagen’s Golf, Vauxhall’s Corsa and Ford’s Fiesta
fly out of dealerships more quickly.
Back in 2007, consumers fell in love with the oddly
named Qashqai’s blend of room, SUV styling and
affordability. Since then, the Japanese automaker
has kept the Qashqai name rocking – and the
present incarnation of the car has been rolling off
production lines since 2013.
Nissan has not been resting on its laurels, though.
It has been fine-tuning the Qashqai recipe over the
years – and the latest tweaks aim to make it easieron-the-pocket
to run, and better than ever to drive.
Fresh to the Qashqai is a new infotainment unit, but
the major news comes under the hood. The previous
1.6-litre and 1.2-litre petrol turbos have been kicked
to the kerb with a 1.3 becoming the new kid in town.
The new petrol turbo powerplant comes with a
couple of outputs – 140ps and 160ps - and is the
engine currently housed in Mercedes-Benz’s A200.
The unit is also more efficient with an exhaust
particulate filter helping it make the grade in the
latest emissions testing processes. As mentioned,
Nissan claims the 1.3 petrol turbo is cheaper to run
too, as service intervals have leapt to 18,000 miles.
They used to be 12,500 miles, so this is a significant
increase.
The car is equipped with a six-speed manual
transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch auto ‘box,
as tested for this review. It’s worth noting, though,
that the automatic is only offered with the 160ps
unit.
Behind the wheel, this new Qashqai variant feels
smooth and quick enough, but it won’t set your

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heart racing. Zero to 62mph arrives in 9.9 seconds,
and the top speed is 124mph. While the steering is
light and precise, it’s not the best handling motor in
its class.
The cabin is the same as ever, and the infotainment
unit looks identical. However, the software is brand
new, resulting in fast loading times, and the screen
responds far more quickly when you touch it. It will
now identify swiping and pinching motions, and
the home page can be personalised with apps and
shortcuts. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay come
factory-fitted as standard on all bar the entry-level
model.
The infotainment system on the Qashqai Tekna+ 1.3
DiG-T DCT we drove is still not unflawed though. The
display is too dim, and you can’t see much when
the sun is on it because the seven-inch matt surface
gives off a lot of glare. Mind you; it’s much better
than the former system.
Nissan forecasts segment-leading residuals for the
modern Qashqai, with many versions holding over
50 per cent of their value over three years. This
means that finance deals are very reasonable right
now.
There are many reasons why the Qashqai’s
popularity is so enduring. It is comfortable to drive
• 0-62 mph: 9.9 seconds
• Combined mpg: 48.7
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• Engine layout: 1,322cc 4-cylinder petrol turbo
• Max. power (PS): 160
• CO2: 131 g/km
• Price: £30,645
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of Distinction
• Domestic and
commercial work
welcome
• Free Pick Up and
Delivery
• Established in St.
Helens since 1946
• Free estimates
01744 23074
91 Shaw Street, St Helens, WA10 1EN
www.htebb.co.uk
CHIMNEY SWEEP
Woodburners Open fires Stoves
mr-soot.com
07724 311 992

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St Helens’ premier
domestic
cleaning service
Cleaning in the
St Helens area
for 10+ years
We only use reliable, vetted staff
• £10.75 per hour - minimum 2 hrs
• Same cleaner each visit
• All domestic duties provided
Call or email Joanne 01744 649091
joanne@acleanbreak.co.uk / www.acleanbreak.co.uk
UPVC CLEANING
• Windows, Fascias, Gutters etc.
CONSERVATORIES
• Exterior & Interior (Cleaning)
POWER WASHING
• Driveways & Patios etc.
ROOF CLEANING
• Moss Removal & Bio-Treatment
• Softwashing / Low Pressure
Happiness is…
coming home to a
clean house!
Regular Weekly Cleans
One-off Spring Cleans
End of Tenancy Cleans
We clean shops and offices too!
Fully insured
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HOME
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DOMESTIC HOME CLEANING
Be happy - Call Linda on 07599 763 947
T: 01942 409401
M: 07881 816839
- Professional Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
- Specialist Leather Cleaning
- Fully insured and trained member of NCCA
- FREE no obligation pre-inspection and quote
www.carrolls-carpetandupholstery.co.uk
SPECIAL OFFER - 20% OFF
ALL CLEANING PACKAGES
Call Clint for a free no obligation quote.
01744 470 051 or 07834 241 642
www.justcleanpropertycare.co.uk
Providing professional carpet &
upholstery cleaning since 1993
Carpets Upholstery Curtains
Leather Oriental Rugs Hard Floors
For more information call:
01925 411 449
Visit our website and check out the testimonials.
www.alliancechemdry.co.uk

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Specialists in boiler installations, repair & maintenance
All work fully warranted
Book a boiler health check for £65
& get a carbon monoxide
alarm (RRP £29) FREE!
All aspects of Gas Heating & Plumbing
• Boilers
• Bathrooms
• Servicing
11672
Installations, Upgrades & Maintenance
Established 30+ years ~ emergency call outs
Call Paul for advice and a free quote
07929 428 496
42-44 Rainford Road, Billinge
Heating & Plumbing Services
• Boiler Installations & Repairs
• Servicing & Maintenance
• Gas Safety Certificates
• We’re on call 365 days a year – our
service & maintenance plans start
from just 41p per day!
152642
64-80 Duke Street, St Helens, WA10 2JW
01744 22331
Bartons-heating.co.uk
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company in Local Life?
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Call-Outs
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24/7
Call the team on
01744 892437
ATB Plumbing & Heating
Boiler Installs, Repairs & Services
Fire & Cooker Installations
Bathrooms Fitted
System Flushes
Landlords Certifications 624630
LPG
Call Alec on
07730 735 174
rainford-boiler-tech.co.uk
Rainford Electrical
Electrical Installations & Repairs Est.1975
All aspects of domestic work undertaken
Lights, Sockets, Fuseboards etc
Electric Oven & Shower Repairs
P.A.T. Testing & Inspection
Small jobs a speciality
Call Alan Leigh on
01744 883883 or 07884 496434
All electrical work
undertaken from full
re-wires to alarms/CCTV.
www.hjselectricalservices.co.uk
No job too small.
No call out charge
– guaranteed.
30 years experience.
Call Steve on
07809 427 508

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KEYS LOCKS SAFES
• Repairs & Upgrades
on all locks, including UPVC
• Safes supplied & installed
• Key cutting service
• Emergency call outs welcomed
• All work guaranteed
Call your local lock expert for a free quote
Call us now on
01744 732 256
Established 1970
Visit our showroom: 2, Lingholme Road, St Helens, WA10 2NS
Want to promote your
company in Local Life?
Call Sally: 01744 649 722
locallife247.co.uk
CALL PAUL
LOCKSMITHS
ESTABLISHED 2000
• UPVC & WOODEN DOOR SPECIALIST
• Emergency Door Opening
• UPVC Door Lock Repairs
• UPVC Door Lock Changes
• UPVC Door Lock Upgrades
• Wood Door Lock Changes
• All Work Guaranteed
A Registered Insured NCFE Certified Company
Call Paul for a
Fast, Reliable, Professional Service
LocalLife
Design & Print
Flyers, postcards, brochures
and distribution service.
For more information call
01744 649 722
LocalLife
GARAGE DOOR
REPAIRS
All GARAGE DOORS REPAIRED :
Springs, Cables, Locks, Rollers etc.
Doors of all ages repaired
01744 894939 / 07891 330214
www.garagedoorandlock.co.uk
Strawberry Cottage, Pimbo Road, St.Helens WN8 9QL
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CAR & VAN SERVICING
FREE
Car Health Check
...and motorcycles too
for all residents of Croston and Bretherton
Keep me until you need me!
Book your FREE Car Health Check
Call now on
01772 603923
REPAIR & WELDING
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Need help looking after your garden?
We provide regular garden
maintenance such as mowing
and trimming, and we also
perform extra services such as
patio and gutter cleaning.
Call Jake today for a free quote
07377 543 110
JPA Garden Maintenance
offers a friendly and
professional service at
competitive prices.
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• FREE Hearing Tests
• Earwax Removal
• Hearing Aids & Repairs
• FREE 1 Week Hearing Aid Trial
Drop in or contact Darren on:
01942 215 391
www.wiganhearing.co.uk
8-10 Gathurst Road, Orre l, WN5 8QH
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Ca l Sarah on 01744 886166 for more information or visit www.cranknursery.co.uk

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For all your building needs
• New Builds & Extensions
• Kitchen & Bathroom Refurbishments
• Loft & Garage Conversions
• Painting & Decorating Contractors
Domestic & commercial work welcomed Established in St Helens since 1958
For free advice and quotes, call Jon on 07887 603926
Bettridge’s Construction Ltd
Strickland Street,
St Helens, WA10 1LS
07887 603926
www.bettridges.construction
Do you have
Failed Double
Glazing Units?
PLC MAINTENANCE
MULTISKILLED HANDYMAN
Roofing & Roofline- repairs and replacement
Decorating, Building, Gates supplied & fitted
Plastering, Gardening
For all your home improvements - No job too small
07847 394040 ~ 01744 606938
Don’t pay £££’s to replace the frame,
we’ll replace the glass panes.
We also replace; Window locks,
Door locks, Hinges & Handles.
...and we do conservatory repairs.
Call us now for a free quotation on
01744 810 000
www.northwestwindowrepairs.co.uk
Haydock
Decorators
• High Quality Decorating Over 20 years experience
• Neat & Tidy Workmanship Haydock Decorators
For a free quote & friendly advice contact Paul on 07596 956 030

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Keeping your home and family safe
• CCTV – Tailored high-quality CCTV solutions for your home
and/or business
• Alarms - Hard wired & wire-free systems security solutions
• Full installation, repairs & maintenance.
The only St Helens company
to reach NSI Gold standard
Call us today for a free, no obligation, security survey.
Established 1984
Unit D, Moss Park, Dairy Farm Road, Rainford, WA11 7JR
01744 607080
enquiries@best-security.co.uk
www.best-security.co.uk
SKF
Rendering Ltd
01744 602931 or 07756 274503
7 Albany Avenue, Eccleston Park, L34 2QN
Call Steve for friendly
advice and a free quote
01744 636 584
07986 528 547
We’ll transform the look of your home with
our machine-applied coloured renders.
One Coat Through Coloured Renders, Acrylic
Renders & EWi Renders (Insulated). 48 colours.
Approved applicators for:
M H Roofing
Established over 15 years
Friendly advice and competitive rates
No job too small
• High Performance Felt Flat Roof Systems
• Storm Damage and Insurance Work
• Slating and Tiling full roofs
• Poiniting and Guttering • Fascia Boards
Call 01744 884117
or 07702 693225
www.mhroofingltd.co.uk
Fully Insured & Insurance
Backed Guarantees
3 Maggots Nook Road, Rainford

Tomorrow’s Home Improvements Today!
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Windows
Bi-Fold Doors
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expertly fitted by accredited installers
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Orangeries
Don’t just lock it,
Rock it!
Conservatories
Manufacturers and installers since 2004
Contact us on 01744 891717 for a no obligation quote
Visit our showroom/factory at; Crows Nest, Ashton Road, Billinge, WN5 7XX (near Windy Arbour crossroads)
www.orrellwindows.co.uk
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