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Taste Test in Aughton

First & Last - Derek Acorah

Jack’s Tracksvisits Burscough

The Mole of Edge Hill

Win tickets toFarmer Ted’s

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In this issue10 First & Last with Derek Acorah16 Taste Test – Top Tinkers!20 The Mole of Edge Hill26 E-Biking in Heskin32 What’s On in the North West34 Jack’s Tracks visits Burscough38 Win Family tickets to Farmer Ted’s40 Garden Services42 Recipe – Bailey’s Ice Cream43 Home Services46 William Charles’ Useful Numbers

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Life has a funny habit……of bringing you down to earth doesn’t it?

Taking advantage of a glorious morning over the last Bank Holiday weekend, I set out early with my trusty camera, hoping to capture a few early morning shots in West Lancs. I stopped in Lees Lane in Dalton and waiting for me directly across this tiny country lane, was a superb panoramic view of Parbold. So I stepped out of the car and, seeing that there’s no one about, I left the car running for 30 seconds whilst I got the shot I wanted. Imagine my horror, upon my return, when I find that the car is locked! It turns out that the dog had stepped onto some high falutin’ security button, one that locks all the car doors.

So there I am, at 6am on Sunday morning, in the middle of nowhere running around the car, trying unsuccessfully to get the dog to move around the inside of the car to step on that blasted button again. The blasted dog thinks I’m playing a new exciting game with her and a couple of passers-by think I’ve escaped from Ashworth! Defeated with exhaustion, I call ‘er indoors to bring me the spare car key. She’s not a morning person anyway, so it wasn’t an easy call to make.

On our return home the kids greeted me with absolute derision, and then the entire family proceeded to inform cyberspace that I haven’t got the brains I was born with. There were lots of LMAO’s flying around that morning, and even a few LMFAO’s. It’s wasn’t pleasant, I can tell you!

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This small and friendly adult group is suitable for both beginners and refreshers. The classes will include hand and machine techniques, stitch, applique and design, with a different project to tackle every month. Each session will cost £6 and includes afternoon tea – for more information please contact Dawn on 07877 418671 or e-mail [email protected].

Plant SaleIt’s that time of year when you need to start thinking about your hanging baskets and summer floral displays. Help is at hand this year in the shape of the Ormskirk Parish Church on Park Road – they will be holding a plant sale this Saturday (1st June) from 8.30am followed by a summer fayre from 1pm-4pm. There will be a wide variety of plants on sale starting from just 50p – so pop down and fill your boots.

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Will WritingWhen it comes to writing a will sometimes it’s difficult to know where to start, so take advantage of the Age UK will writing day. Age UK have teamed up with local solicitors Mooney Everett, to offer residents a professional will-writing service for just £60 per person. This is a great opportunity to have your will written at an affordable price, whilst taking all the hard work out of it for you.

The will writing service will be available on Thursday 6th June at the West Lancs Wellbeing centre on Moorgate in Ormskirk. Booking for this service is essential, to book your place please call 0300 303 1234 (calls charged at local rates).

Healing YogaIf you could do with a bit of rest and relaxation then you should try out the yoga classes at the Feel Good Clinic on Knowsley Road. The healing benefits of yoga are used by lots of people to revitalise, re-energise

and release all those niggle that get you down. The classes will focus on healing the body, mind and spirit and are suitable for both beginners and experienced students. The classes take place every Wednesday from 6.30pm-8pm and cost £5 – places are limited so booking in advance is essential. For more information please contact Jessica on 07971 211122 or e-mail [email protected]

AikidoIf you’ve ever wondered about how to step up your self-defence skills, why not consider taking a class in Aikido? This non aggressive form of martial arts can help you to learn new self-defence skills without requiring a lot of physical strength. The adult class take place every Tuesday evening from 7pm-8.30pm at the Happy Hippos Play Centre on Moorgate in Ormskirk and your first lesson is free! All you need is a T-shirt, some tracksuit bottoms and you’re ready and raring to go – for details contact the Aikido Club on 07980 745715.

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Food & Drink FestivalThey say the way to our hearts is through our stomachs – if that’s true then the Southport Food and Drink Festival is on to a winner! The ever-popular festival returns this weekend (Friday 31st May – Sunday 2nd June) with an abundance of fresh produce and plenty to drink along the way.

Local restaurants will also be offering up their finest dishes with a selection of chefs demonstrating their kitchen skills. As well as the 3-day chef demonstrations there will be competitions, plenty of activities to keep the little ones entertained and more food and drink than you can imagine, plus plenty of music on the festival stage.

The event has moved to a new home for 2013 and will take place each day at Victoria Park in Southport from 11am-6pm and entry is free – what could be better than a whole weekend dedicated to food and drink? For more information please contact the organisers on 01704 533333 or have a look online at www.visitsouthport.com

Beauty & the BeastThe Lancashire Youth Performing Arts Company will be presenting their version of Beauty and The Beast on Saturday 6th July. The performance will take place at the Rose Theatre in Edge Hill University on St Helens Road at 1pm and 7pm. Tickets cost £6.50 and £5.50 for concessions - for more information please contact Sharon on 07801 965104 or e-mail [email protected].

Coffee & TotsThe Coffee and Tots Group is a great way for mums, dads, grandparents and child-carers to meet local people and have a chat. You can sit back and relax whilst the children play happily together. The group is funded solely by St Michaels Church on Church Lane in Aughton and volunteers help to make the drinks and play with children. The meetings are held every Monday morning from 10.30am-11.45am during term time – for further information please contact the parish office on 01695 424457.

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Summer Pops ConcertOrmskirk Music Society is bringing you a selection of music from stage, screen and wireless at their Summer Concert, to be held on Saturday 29th June. The programme will include film music such as the Raiders March, songs from musicals and shows and theme music from TV and wireless – including The Archers.

Another highlight will be the return of popular young pianist Tom Kimmance, who will be playing the Cornish Rhapsody from the 1944 film Love Story and the Spellbound Concerto from Hitchcock’s 1945 psychological thriller. The concert will be held at The Ormskirk School on Wigan Road, starting at 7.30pm. Admission is £9 for adults and £5 for children - tickets can be obtained at the door on the night or in advance by phoning Clare on 01925 221301.


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Derek Acorah was born in 1950 in Bootle, Liverpool – born as Derek Johnson he later changed his surname to his grandmother’s maiden name. His early career was playing football under the legendary Bill Shankly at Liverpool FC. After leaving Liverpool he played for clubs such as Stockport and Wrexham before leaving the UK to join the Australian team USC Lions.

Derek is a now a professional medium; he is best known for his work on Most Haunted, broadcast on Living TV, and recently presented the series Derek Acorah on Sky Real Lives. Derek’s � rst supernatural experience happened when he was a child and the spirit of his late Grandfather visited him.

He currently lives in Scarisbrick with his wife Gwen and their two dogs Jack and Penny. Derek is a keen � sh-keeper and also enjoys looking after his � ock of chickens and ducks.

First & Last - by Nicola Gray

hoDerek

First School

The � rst school that I attended was Holy Ghost Infant School in Bootle. I enjoyed it very much and my lasting memory was the kindness of the teachers.

First Job

My � rst job was as an apprentice professional footballer with Liverpool Football Club. I felt privileged to be there with the great Bill Shankly as manager. I was paid £10 per week plus bonuses. There were always high jinks going on with the players and us apprentices!

First Car

The � rst car I ever bought was a Triumph Courier Estate. I bought it for £25 and sold it 12 months later for £100. I remember it with fondness as it was the only time I ever made money on a car.

First House

The � rst house I ever bought cost £2,800 when I was married to my � rst wife Joan. We had many happy memories there even though our residence was brief as we travelled to live in Australia after I left Liverpool FC for Australian premier side USC Lion.

First Pub or Club

The � rst pub I ever visited was the Sefton Arms Pub in Aintree, not too far from the racecourse. It had a warm and sociable atmosphere and was visited by many of the people I knew from home. The � rst club I ever visited was called The Beachcomber on Seel Street in Liverpool city centre. It was a place where all the Liverpool and Everton football players used to congregate on a Saturday night if we were playing at home. It was considered to be the place to go in the late sixties!

First Record

The � rst record I ever purchased was Hard Day’s Night by The Beatles and I bought it from NEM’s in Whitechapel, Liverpool. NEM’s was the place where everybody bought their records in those days; it was almost a social occasion going along there to listen to your records in one of the booths. I enjoyed listening to all the Mersey Beat but I have a particular soft spot for Gerry Marsden and his music.

First Friend

My � rst friend was Frank Dowd who lived on the same housing estate as our family. Frank still lives in Liverpool and I still speak to him sometimes.

First Kiss

My � rst kiss was with a girl who I had a big crush on at the time; her name was Linda Nixon and she lived in the Old Roan area of Liverpool. It was just one kiss and I have no idea where she is now.

Last Restaurant

The last restaurant I visited was an Italian restaurant in South Sea whilst I was on tour. The only place I would visit to eat whilst at home is Master McGraths in Scarisbrick; I travel all over the country and eaten in some wonderful places but none of them compare with the food and the service you receive at Master McGraths. Top marks to Jim and Trudy Simes!

Last DIY Task

My wife bought me a dozen chickens for my birthday in 2012; so the last DIY task that I completed was building a chicken coop prior to their arrival. I think it was reasonably successful; I don’t normally enjoy DIY at all. I’d much rather watch somebody else do it!

Last Film

To be honest I don’t visit the cinemas at all; if ever I watch a � lm it is at home on the television.

Last Disagreement

I don’t recall having a disagreement over anything in particular, unless of course it was with my wife over the TV controls!

Last Shopping Trip

My last shopping trip was a couple of weeks ago when I went to Southport to buy some clothes. I do enjoy strolling around the shops and often visit either Southport or Ormskirk. Liverpool One is also a good place to go if you want more choice but I prefer somewhere closer to home.

Last Holiday

We are fortunate enough to own a property in the South Costa Blanca, and we tend to spend our holiday breaks

there. It’s a wonderful place to go because it is out in the Spanish countryside and well

away from the tourist areas; we are completely cut o� from our working

life, its bliss!

Last Sporting Event

This was my favourite game – football! We went to watch a match at An� eld, I really enjoy it there. I also enjoy watching rugby and boxing, although I have never been to a boxing match.

First Memory

My � rst memory is living at my grandmother’s house in Bootle where my family stayed whilst my father was away at sea – we had a great time!

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Derek Acorah was born in 1950 in Bootle, Liverpool – born as Derek Johnson he later changed his surname to his grandmother’s maiden name. His early career was playing football under the legendary Bill Shankly at Liverpool FC. After leaving Liverpool he played for clubs such as Stockport and Wrexham before leaving the UK to join the Australian team USC Lions.

Derek is a now a professional medium; he is best known for his work on Most Haunted, broadcast on Living TV, and recently presented the series Derek Acorah on Sky Real Lives. Derek’s � rst supernatural experience happened when he was a child and the spirit of his late Grandfather visited him.

He currently lives in Scarisbrick with his wife Gwen and their two dogs Jack and Penny. Derek is a keen � sh-keeper and also enjoys looking after his � ock of chickens and ducks.

First & Last - by Nicola Gray

hoDerek

First School

The � rst school that I attended was Holy Ghost Infant School in Bootle. I enjoyed it very much and my lasting memory was the kindness of the teachers.

First Job

My � rst job was as an apprentice professional footballer with Liverpool Football Club. I felt privileged to be there with the great Bill Shankly as manager. I was paid £10 per week plus bonuses. There were always high jinks going on with the players and us apprentices!

First Car

The � rst car I ever bought was a Triumph Courier Estate. I bought it for £25 and sold it 12 months later for £100. I remember it with fondness as it was the only time I ever made money on a car.

First House

The � rst house I ever bought cost £2,800 when I was married to my � rst wife Joan. We had many happy memories there even though our residence was brief as we travelled to live in Australia after I left Liverpool FC for Australian premier side USC Lion.

First Pub or Club

The � rst pub I ever visited was the Sefton Arms Pub in Aintree, not too far from the racecourse. It had a warm and sociable atmosphere and was visited by many of the people I knew from home. The � rst club I ever visited was called The Beachcomber on Seel Street in Liverpool city centre. It was a place where all the Liverpool and Everton football players used to congregate on a Saturday night if we were playing at home. It was considered to be the place to go in the late sixties!

First Record

The � rst record I ever purchased was Hard Day’s Night by The Beatles and I bought it from NEM’s in Whitechapel, Liverpool. NEM’s was the place where everybody bought their records in those days; it was almost a social occasion going along there to listen to your records in one of the booths. I enjoyed listening to all the Mersey Beat but I have a particular soft spot for Gerry Marsden and his music.

First Friend

My � rst friend was Frank Dowd who lived on the same housing estate as our family. Frank still lives in Liverpool and I still speak to him sometimes.

First Kiss

My � rst kiss was with a girl who I had a big crush on at the time; her name was Linda Nixon and she lived in the Old Roan area of Liverpool. It was just one kiss and I have no idea where she is now.

Last Restaurant

The last restaurant I visited was an Italian restaurant in South Sea whilst I was on tour. The only place I would visit to eat whilst at home is Master McGraths in Scarisbrick; I travel all over the country and eaten in some wonderful places but none of them compare with the food and the service you receive at Master McGraths. Top marks to Jim and Trudy Simes!

Last DIY Task

My wife bought me a dozen chickens for my birthday in 2012; so the last DIY task that I completed was building a chicken coop prior to their arrival. I think it was reasonably successful; I don’t normally enjoy DIY at all. I’d much rather watch somebody else do it!

Last Film

To be honest I don’t visit the cinemas at all; if ever I watch a � lm it is at home on the television.

Last Disagreement

I don’t recall having a disagreement over anything in particular, unless of course it was with my wife over the TV controls!

Last Shopping Trip

My last shopping trip was a couple of weeks ago when I went to Southport to buy some clothes. I do enjoy strolling around the shops and often visit either Southport or Ormskirk. Liverpool One is also a good place to go if you want more choice but I prefer somewhere closer to home.

Last Holiday

We are fortunate enough to own a property in the South Costa Blanca, and we tend to spend our holiday breaks

there. It’s a wonderful place to go because it is out in the Spanish countryside and well

away from the tourist areas; we are completely cut o� from our working

life, its bliss!

Last Sporting Event

This was my favourite game – football! We went to watch a match at An� eld, I really enjoy it there. I also enjoy watching rugby and boxing, although I have never been to a boxing match.

First Memory

My � rst memory is living at my grandmother’s house in Bootle where my family stayed whilst my father was away at sea – we had a great time!

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The co-operative was founded 26 years ago to promote and sell high quality art and crafts that have been made in Lancashire. The light and airy gallery features art, photography, glass, ceramics, textiles, jewellery and furniture along with turned and carved wood. As the members all take part in the day to day running of the gallery it is always possible to speak to the artist or designer about their work.

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Business Reviewspace. The members mount three exhibitions within the gallery each year and of course fill it with beautiful gifts for Christmas. Many of our members hold a series of workshops covering textiles, painting, ceramics, jewellery making upstairs in the Arts Centre overlooking the canal.

For more information you can sign up for the monthly e-newsletter for news on exhibitions, workshops, new members and new work. Just go to the website to fill the form in and sign up, or email us.. The gallery is open daily, except for Christmas Day, between 10am – 5pm. You can contact them on 01704 893175 or go to the website www.galleryatthewharf.co.uk .

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Fee-fi-fo-fumThe Pleasure Folk of Ormskirk are holding audition rehearsals for their up-coming production of Jack and the Beanstalk. The rehearsals take place every Monday and Wednesday evening from 7.30pm at Green Lane Guide Hut on Green Lane Guide Hut in Ormskirk. If you’re looking for a new hobby or great social and fun nights this is the group for you; laughter is definitely guaranteed. The show will run from Wednesday 27th November - Sunday1st December at the Ormskirk Civic Hall – make sure you put it in your diary. For more information have a look online at www.pleasurefolk.co.uk.

Westhead CarnivalThe annual Westhead Carnival will be making a welcome return on Thursday 4th July. This popular three-day event will kick off on Thursday with a car boot sale and bingo on the school field at Westhead Lathom St James’ on School Lane. The fun will continue on Friday 5th July with a fancy dress ball; this is a ticketed event so please make sure you book yours soon.

The carnival will finish on Saturday 6th July with a traditional carnival – starting with a procession at12.30pm. The route will begin at Crosshall Brow ending on the school field where there will be some great attractions including displays and funfair rides. Admission is £1 for adults and 50p for children each day. For more information about times and tickets please contact Peter on 01695 577217.

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Galaxy of StitchesA Galaxy of Stitches is the latest offering from the Natural Progression Textile Group. The exhibition showcases pieces from the group’s contemporary textile art project and parts will also be on sale. The exhibition starts on Friday 24th May and runs until Wednesday 29th June at the Mere Sands Wood visitors centre on Holmeswood Road, Rufford. The exhibition will be open daily (except Fridays) from 9.30am-4.30pm. Entry is free and everyone is welcome.

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Motorfest 2013If classic cars really get your engines revving then make a date in your diary for the Ormskirk Motorfest on Sunday 25th August. The annual motor show is back for a third year and after last year’s success organisers are hoping 2013 will be bigger and better than ever. This year more than 20,000 spectators are expected to view more than 300 display vehicles during the two hour parade.

Car lovers and enthusiasts will be able to admire everything from American gas guzzlers to vintage and veteran cars. There will also be a military display and a mini-rally stage where competitors can take on demonstration drivers. The event will take place in the town centre and entry is free – if you would like to display a vehicle please have a look online at www.ormskirkmotorfest.com.

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Like 6 million other sofa-bound viewers, we gasped in awe at the creations and threw our hands in the air at the disasters. BBC Masterchef’s clearly got a winning recipe when it comes to great TV, but how do the contestants cope when they are back in the real world? Well, we found out when we visited Tinkers in Aughton, which is part owned by Jay Tinker, a semi-finalist in last year’s BBC Masterchef.Tinkers is tucked away in the Holt Green area of Aughton on Springfield Road and occupies the premises formerly known as Bellagio. We arrived early doors to a warm welcome; the place is comfortable, extremely comfortable in fact, and the sort of place where a whole evening of your life could whizz happily by.

We sat and perused the menu and the first problem became apparent – the menu wasn’t huge, but it was jam packed with favourites. It was imaginative without being pretentious and the prices were reasonable too, surprisingly so.

Taste Test

Top TinkersThe starters arrived and I can confirm that, finally, the Scotch Egg is back! The dry as the Sahara staple of yesteryear’s picnic has had a bit of a Chinese makeover by Jay Tinker and has returned with a vengeance! Beautifully presented with cucumber ribbons and hoisin sauce, this perfectly cooked duck egg, with its creamy rich yolk, was wrapped in beautifully flavoured oh-so-moist duck meat and encased in a crunchy sesame seed crumb coating.

My partner opted for a bowl of chicken sausage and chorizo sausage pieces, roasted red peppers, red lentils and fresh garden peas, all tossed together. Dispelling the myth that lentils are only for veggies, this hearty dish was a smorgasbord of different flavours and textures, the highlight of which was those delicious chicken sausages!

The next classic to get the Tinker Treatment was the Duck a l’Orange! Slices of roasted duck breast were served with a delightful star anise and blood orange sauce, a pot of delicately sliced potatoes and regimentally displayed green beans and carrots. The duck was lean and succulent, and the sauce was absolutely heavenly – a sweet fusion of orange and aniseed that remained on the palate long after the plate left the table.


Big, juicy, and meaty was a fair description of the beady-eyed fish staring dispassionately at me from the fish tank overlooking our table, and the hake on my plate was big, juicy and meaty too! This beautiful piece of perfectly-seasoned hake flaked away at the touch of my fork and underneath I discovered a bed of scented herb potatoes and crushed crab. The dish was presented with tender broccoli and a sweet red pepper coulis too. This firm white fish was a perfect backdrop to the stronger flavoured crab tucked away in the herby potatoes and the extremely more-ish coulis.

We then investigated the dessert menu and, with the help of our helpful waitress, we selected how to indulge our respective sweet tooth’s. Out came a wooden chopping board – this was the chocolate ganache tort, with fresh raspberries, blackberries, a dark chocolate sauce, with a separate drizzle of white chocolate sauce.

Could this dish possibly taste as good as it looked? As a matter of fact – yes, it was an absolute triumph! Dark, decadent and delicious, this dessert was a chocolate lovers dream! Rich, but the addition of fresh fruit kept at bay that ‘too much’ feeling.

You know that envious feeling in the pit of your stomach when you think that your dining partner has made the better choice? Well, it reared up for a short moment, until my plate arrived will another old English classic – Spotted Dick!

This spotted dick stood proudly alone, apart from a kumquat perilously balanced on top, and on the plate beside it was a miniature milk churn of chilled custard, a scoop of ice cream and a tempered chocolate decoration. The spotted dick was the best I’ve ever tasted – light, fluffy and fruity - and that if they ever bottle that chilled custard to sell, you can bet I’ll be at the front of the queue. The ice cream was delicious too, but existed as a perch for the decoration, which was a

final Masterchef-type flourish to round off a memorable evening.

Well, twelve months back into the real world, this particular Masterchef contestant is doing very well thank you, despite hitting a road bump late last year when he pulled out of his Lord Street restaurant citing drainage problems. This Aughton restaurant has been up and running since November and a Formby restaurant is set to follow. Reviews have been largely very favourable and Tinkers in Aughton is attracting foodies from miles around, so if you’re looking for a top night out this summer, try Tinkers!

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Pier to PierThe Pier to Pier Cycle ride will take place on Father’s Day (Sunday 16th June), this will be a great day out for all the family including face painting, rickshaw rides, street theatre, smoothie makers and much more!

The cycle ride will start at both Southport and Wigan Piers meeting at Burscough Wharf; where all the fun stuff is happening. The ride starts by the Carousel in Southport Promenade at 10.15am and from the Investment Centre near Wigan Pier at 10am.

The welcome and event opening at Burscough Wharf will start from 11am and everyone is welcome. Adults taking part in the ride will be entered into a free prize draw to win a barge trip and families taking part will receive a free photo key ring; the perfect present for Dad. For more information about the event please have a look online at www.visitseftonandwestlancs.co.uk.

Craft ExchangeThe Craft Exchange group will be hosting a World Wide Knit in Public Day on Saturday 8th June between 1pm-4pm at the village hall on Wigan Road in Westhead. World Wide Knit in Public Day began in 2005 and is the world’s largest knitting event. Everyone is welcome to join the group as they knit with hundreds of other

knitters around the world on the same day! Bring your knitting or sewing and craft projects to do, and enjoy the day with fellow craftspeople. Admission is free and refreshments will be available throughout the afternoon. There will also be craft stalls, cake stalls and a raffle - for further information call Di on 01695 576376.

Medieval DayStaff at the Lancashire Archives on Bow Lane in Preston will be hosting a medieval day on Saturday 15th June from 11am-3.30pm. They are planning a day full of activities including talks and exhibitions celebrating all things medieval. The event is free and refreshments will be available – there will also be a prize for the best children’s costume so get your thinking caps on! To find out more please call 01772 533033 or e-mail [email protected].

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Williamson Tunnels - by Nicola Gray

Deep beneath the streets of Liverpool exists a bizarre network of tunnels and underground caverns – sounds like a scene from Labyrinth doesn’t it? Tucked away on a small side street in Edge Hill is the entrance to a warren of tunnels hollowed out under the orders of an eccentric millionaire in the early 19th century.

Joseph Williamson was born in 1769 in Darton in Yorkshire. At the age of 11, after the death of his father, he moved to Liverpool and began work for a tobacco company. After buying the tobacco business in 1802 and making a considerable fortune, Williamson acquired a rectangle of land that now borders Mason Street, Grinfield Street, Smithdown Lane and Paddington, where he set about building mansions for the wealthy occupants of the city.

Williamson’s men built the houses with cellars, gardens and orchards – the first hurdle they came across was the sloping terrain. The ground level fell away from the back of the buildings, all the way down to Smithdown Lane so Williamson had his men build a series of brick arches to support the gardens – but more significantly they had unwittingly built the first parts of the tunnels.

All we know is that between 1805 and his death in 1840 Williamson employed thousands of men to dig out this subterranean puzzle. He set his men burrowing in all directions but oddly enough most of the tunnels lead nowhere; some come to an abrupt halt and there are even tunnels within tunnels! In the parts of the tunnels that are accessible to the public, visitors are presented

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with a huge barrel shaped chamber with twists, turns and level changes. There are also smaller tunnels and chimneys that head off into darkness; there is even evidence of tunnels being built and immediately bricked back up again!

From here the building simply continued. The eccentric tycoon was becoming highly secretive about his work, so there is no documented plan of the whole network.

Even now, almost 175 years after his death, the purpose of building the tunnels is still not fully known. The most commonly offered explanation is that having come from humble beginnings, Williamson wanted to tackle the poverty that blighted the area by giving construction work to the unemployed. Rather more outlandish theories range from smuggling contraband to sheltering religious cults from Armageddon.

Williamson died in 1840 at the ripe old age of 70 – the tunnelling stopped immediately and was never continued, leaving the Mole of Edge Hill and his vast network of tunnels to live in the annals of folklore. Although some of the tunnels have been lost over time, a lot of them still exist today, under what has become a sprawling residential area. One section of the tunnels has been cleared and renovated and is open to the public.

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Simon & GarfunkelIf your Dad is a bit of a Simon and Garfunkel fan why not take him along to the Father’s Day special tribute on Sunday 16th June? All the classics will be performed by Tim Chu and Ian Bailey – the tribute is billed as an intimate evening of classic songs and one not to be missed! The event is being held at Aughton Village Hall on Winifred Lane – doors open at 7pm and there is a licensed bar on the premises. Tickets cost £10 and are available by calling Sue on 01695 422423 or to reserve please call Brand Smart Media on 01257 450363.

Come Dine with MeSouthport and Ormskirk Hospital Trust is currently recruiting volunteers to take part in a new project. The Trust is looking for volunteer dining companions to sit with patients on a one-to-one basis and provide assistance to help them eat. The volunteers are not meant to undertake the duties of a trained member of staff, but simply donate their time to sit and provide companionship for those patients who need it.

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Your home, as it is for most people, is likely to be your biggest asset and the thing which you have worked hardest to acquire. The thought of having to sell your property to pay for care home costs in the future may be something you have never considered. However, we are all now living longer and it is more important than ever to plan for the future and protect your estate.

The average cost of a care home place is £532 per week and for a nursing home place it is £750 per week. Recent research has shown that most people who require residential care need it for 4 years. Therefore, a stay in a care home for this length of time would cost more than £100,000 and a stay in a nursing home would cost more than £150,000.

When talking about planning for the future and protecting your assets, it must be said that there is no ‘magic fi x’ that is guaranteed to work. Anybody making such a promise is not being totally honest with you. The rules relating to the payment of care fees are complex and technical.

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The best way of protecting your assets is to act early and seek professional advice from a qualifi ed solicitor. Protecting your property should be undertaken as part of your overall estate planning. Estate planning would normally include Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Inheritance Tax planning as well as ensuring your assets, including your home, are protected.

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Wouldn’t it be great if you could jump on a bike and enjoy long lazy summer days exploring local places of interest and the beauty of West Lancashire, without getting all hot, sweaty and out of breath?

With an e-bike you can do exactly this, so here I am on a sunny Wednesday morning outside UCYCLE2 at Heskin Old Hall Farm, off Half Penny Lane in Heskin. I’m here with my work mate Sally to take two of UCYCLE2’s electric bikes out for the day and give you a taste of e-biking. I’ve been cycling regularly for twenty five years and in addition to cycling to work most days, I also go on 60 mile rides most weekends. In complete contrast, Sally hasn’t been on a bike for years.

Instant SmilesWe are given a quick explanation of the controls and within no time at all we’re off, heading towards Croston. A mile into the ride and I’ve still got the bike set at 3 out of a possible 6 levels of assist, whilst Sally has upped her bike to level 5 and she’s whizzing along!. After a quick stop to take some photos in Croston we’re off again and soon on a quiet back road that winds its way past Bretherton and into the little hamlet of Sollom.

From Sollom we take the A59 south, at which point Sally decides to try out assist level 6. This doesn’t require any peddling at all and before I know it there’s a gap of about 40 metres between us and I’m struggling like crazy to keep up! We make short work of the 2 miles to Rufford Old Hall, reaching the dizzy speed of 17 mph!

Here we lock the bikes up next to the car park attendant’s hut and take a look around. Now this place is well worth a visit and meandering around the outside of the Hall gives you chance to stretch your legs. If you’re feeling a little parched at this point you can take advantage of the excellent tearoom and there are toilets there too.

Back at the bikes I check the battery level on the display and it’s still almost full, whilst Sally has only used a little more. The bikes have a range of around 20 to 25 miles on a full charge, without the need to peddle at all; great for commuting, going to the shops or just exploring the countryside. And if the battery does run out you still have a good range of gears to ride back home in at your own pace.

From Rufford Old Hall we continued on to our planned lunch stop at The Owd Barn Farm Café to enjoy some great food and

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lovely hospitality. To our delight there are cycle parking hoops there too, so you can lock the bikes up safely. 30 minutes later we’re fully refuelled and heading towards Parbold. We took the long way round though, taking a quiet back road through Hoscar and Newburgh.

Entering Parbold we head for the old windmill to take a look at the Mill House Gallery. After a quick tour we’re off again, this time heading towards Mawdesley and Cedar Farm. It doesn’t matter if you’re 17 or 70, going uphill on assist level 6 is a piece of cake…which is exactly what we enjoyed when we got to the café at Cedar Farm. Again, there are cycle parking hoops available to lock up the bikes whilst you’re browsing.

We are on the last leg of the journey and there’s now just 1½ miles back to UCYCLE2. After winding our way along more quiet lanes we soon arrive back at Heskin Old Hall Farm.

We were greeted by Sue at UCYCLE2, who remarked that everyone returns with a big smile on their face …and she’s not kidding. I’ve never been paid to have so much fun before, and both Sally and I are really impressed with the e-bikes and what they have to offer; all the benefits of cycling without the sweat and shortness of breath.

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Parbold

Croston

Eccleston

Burscough

Mere Brow

Euxton

Coppull

Standish

Bretherton

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UCYCLE2Ru�ord Old Hall

Mill House Gallery

Cedar Farm

CrostonParish

Church

Owd Barn Cafe

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Half Penny Ln

Sid Brook Lane

Back Lane

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Bank Hall

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Ride Directions Leaving UCYCLE2 take a right out of the farm and head down to the bottom of Tannersmith Lane. Go left, then immediately right into Sid Brook Lane. Entering Croston go left on reaching the A581. Where the road takes a sharp left, go straight on into Station Road and up to mini roundabout, turning left onto the B5249. Before reaching the village of Bretherton turn left into Back Lane. At Sollom turn left onto the A59 and after about 2 miles turn left into Rufford Old Hall.

From Rufford Old Hall turn left onto the A59, then take another left into Church Road (B5246) following the road until you reach the Owd Barn Farm. Leaving Owd Barn Farm, go left out onto the B5246 towards Parbold. After about half a mile turn right into Mains Lane. Just before reaching the village of Hoscar turn left into Dean Lane; following this over the railway line, under the canal and up onto Back Lane. Go left here and on into Newburgh. At the mini roundabout keep left and follow the A5209 going left again at the next mini roundabout until turning left into Mill Lane at Parbold.

Head over the railway crossings and up The Common until reaching and turning left onto the B5246. Follow this up the hill and left into Robin Lane, then after about 100 metres turn right into Grimshaw Green Lane. At the end of the lane turn left onto Maltkiln Lane, following the road down to the Eagle & Child pub on the right. Take a right turn just after the pub into Back Lane, following this until arriving at Cedar Farm on your right. Leaving Cedar Farm turn right out of the car park and follow the lane until taking a right into Moody Lane and then left into Back Lane. On reaching Riley Lane go left and then right into Salt Pit Lane, before taking another right into Hall Green Lane. This brings you to the junction of Tannersmith Lane and Half Penny Lane where you started the ride.

Please ensure you wear appropriate clothing and footwear whilst cycling. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the ride 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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Parbold

Croston

Eccleston

Burscough

Mere Brow

Euxton

Coppull

Standish

Bretherton

Hoscar

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Sid Brook Lane

Back Lane

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Vintage FairOrmskirk Town Centre is hosting a series of Vintage Fairs starting on Sunday 30th June, so if you’re looking for a great family day out this is it! The fairs will be held on the last Sunday of every month finishing with the Ormskirk Motorfest on Sunday 25th August. For each fair there will be a variety of vintage stalls at the Chapel Gallery and in the Town Centre including vintage gifts, up-cycled goods and retro designs. On the day there will also be a cash prize for the best dressed stall holder and historical costume. Stalls are available to rent from £20 so for more information about the fairs or to book your stall please contact the Chapel Gallery on 01695 571328.

Fiddle FestivalDubbed as three of the finest folk violinists anywhere, the Celtic Fiddle Festival is coming to Ormskirk and this is one concert you definitely don’t want to miss! The 20th anniversary tour will be celebrating the violin in all its globe-trotting variations. Christian Lemaitre, Andre Brunet and Kevin Burke will be wowing audiences this Saturday (1st June) at the Arts Centre in Edge Hill University. The concert starts at 8pm, and tickets start from £14 for more information please contact the Box Office on 01695 584480.

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Roll UpRoll up, roll up for the annual Bickerstaffe Summer Fair which is being held this year on Saturday 13th July in the village. Stalls galore will be trading, and you’ll be able to buy beef burgers, ice creams, cakes and drinks. There’s lots of entertainment for all the family, including jugglers and face painters, and the Wigan Ukulele Band will also be performing. Come along and try your luck on the tombola, or you stock up from the plant stall to give your garden a bit of colour. The fair begins at 2pm and runs until 4.30pm on the Parish Field, which is on Hall Lane in Bickerstaffe.

Opera VivaOpera Viva is a new amateur operatic group that perform all across Merseyside; they’re latest

performance is Carmen and they will be at Aughton Village Hall on Friday 14th June. Carmen tells the story of the downfall of Don Jose, a naïve soldier who is seduced by the fiery Gypsy, Carmen. Tickets are available starting at £10 and the performance will start at 7.30pm.

The group welcomes members of all ages who would like to be involved in a range of concerts and productions. They rehearse every Wednesday evening at 7.30pmin the Music House at St Mary’s College in Crosby. For more information or to book your ticket please contact the group on 0151 920 5386 or have a look on line at www.operaviva.co.uk.

Pick a PotThe Pick a Pot Art Group hold a parent and toddler group every Wednesday from 1pm-2pm at 2, Church Walks in Ormskirk. You can take your little Picasso to join the crafty club and get messy with a few paint pots. Every week is different and you will create a different masterpiece including painting, gluing, cutting and sticking – in fact the messier the better! Whilst your little one gets creative you can sit back and enjoy a tea or coffee. The sessions cost £5 and this includes materials, a drink for you and your toddler and a whole lot of fun; there’s no need to book, just turn up! For more information please call 01695 579196.


This is the best time of year to get a professional to look over your paintwork. The longer daylight hours make it more likely that they can pick up all the damage and stop it getting worse before it adds up to a major expense. The past few winters have proved to be some of the worst on record, causing an unprecedented amount of potholes, accidents and damage to the nation’s cars.

Recent research has confirmed that the majority of the 34 million vehicles in the UK are in need of attention to their paintwork and that most drivers would love to find a quick, cost-effective and convenient way of repairing their minor paintwork damage. After all, nobody wants the expense and inconvenience of booking their car into a body shop if it isn’t necessary.

This is exactly where ChipsAway can help.

Using their unique system, ChipsAway can offer a faster, more convenient way of repairing damage to automotive paintwork – and at a radically reduced cost – up to 50% less than a body shop!

ChipsAway is the UK’s leading brand in minor automotive paintwork repairs, fixing damage such as scratches, bumper scuffs and kerbed alloys within a matter of hours and at a fraction of the cost of traditional body shop repair methods. ChipsAway can match any paint colour perfectly, so you won’t be able to tell there was ever any damage there.

Your local Chips Away operative Simon Pickles who lives near Maghull, is ideally placed to help the motorists of Ormskirk and Aughton look after their cars. Simon comments: “The winter months can cause chaos for motorists. The weather, road salt and pot holes mean damage to our car’s paintwork is almost inevitable. It certainly pays to repair even small scratches and scuffs quickly, as these can often turn into larger problems, which will cost more if left untreated.”

Whilst Simon and his team do offer a mobile service and can carry out minor cosmetic repairs at your home or place of work, they undertake most of the repairs at the Car Care Centre in Orrell. It’s quick and easy; the vast majority of repairs are fixed within a day, which is so convenient, and they will even collect your car and drop it off once the repairs are complete!

Your car is probably the second most expensive purchase you make in your life, so it makes good sense to give your car paintwork and alloys a facelift after the harsh winter weather. For a free, no obligation estimate call ChipsAway on 0800 028 7878 or visit www.chipsaway.co.uk.

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Details: 0800 028 7878 www.chipsaway.co.uk

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Business Review

We motorists love this time of year when the daylight seems endless, don’t we? No more travelling to and from work in the dark, and the long lazy drives in the evening are one of the highlights of the summer months. Only one drawback though about all these daylight hours – those scuffs and scratches don’t half show up!

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Southport Food & Drink FestivalThe Southport Food and Drink Festival at Victoria Park has an abundance of fresh produce, a wealth of local restaurants, plenty of drink, plus a selection of the region’s finest chefs demonstrating their kitchen skills.

When: Friday 31st May – Sunday 2nd June (11am – 6pm, Fri 12pm-6pm)Cost: FreeDetails: 01704 533333 Where: PR8 2BZ

Southport Country FairThis popular family event moves to a new home at the Leisure Lakes at Mere Brow. In previous years, attractions and displays have included: alpacas, archery, paintballing range, bug house, dedicated dog arena with shows and agility demonstrations, donkey show and rides, falconry, ferrets, gun dog displays, gymnastics, homing pigeons, honey bees, horse logging and much more.

When: Friday 31st May - Sunday 2nd June (10am-5.30pm)Cost: Adults £5, Child £1Details: 01704 212734 / www.garden-festivals.comWhere: PR4 6JX

Chorley CarnivalAfter 20 years Chorley Carnival is back for 2013 at Astley Park with a fun filled weekend for the whole family. There will be a carnival procession, arena entertainment, marching bands, Morris Dancers, a dog show; also it’s a Knockout, a Fun Fair, a Craft Fair and so much more. Great laughs for all!

When: Friday 7th June - Sunday 9th JuneDetails: www.chorleycarnival.comWhere: PR7 1NP

Summer Pops 2013Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra performs at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. The James Bond Night is on Wednesday 12th June and Last Night of the Summer Pops is on Tuesday 25th June. Concessions and group discounts available.

When: Wednesday 12th June & Tuesday 25th June (7.30pm Start)Cost: £6Details: 0151 709 3789 / www.liverpoolphil.comWhere: L1 9BP

The Northern Home ShowIf you’re interested in inspirational design ideas and the latest products and services for the home then look no further than the Northern Home Show at EventCity near the Trafford Centre. The Show features free seminars, live demonstrations and advice from the experts.

When: Friday 14th June - Sunday 16th June (10am - 5pm)Cost: £8 per person (Under 16 free)Details: www.northernhomeshow.co.ukWhere: M41 7TB

Leyland FestivalLeyland Festival 2013 at Worden Park will have a USA theme. It will offer a good value day out for all the family, celebrating local people, businesses and community groups who pull together to make sure the festival continues to go from strength to strength.

When: Saturday 15th JuneDetails: 01772 625441 / www.visitleyland.co.ukWhere: PR25 3DH

Cheshire County ShowCheshire County Show celebrates its 175th anniversary with another action-packed event. With its rural theme, the main focus of the show will once again be livestock, horses and dogs in competition. There will be a Countryside Experience Area where the public will pursuits such as falconry and ferreting. Visitors will also be able to sample to culinary delights and see demos at the Food Hall.

When: Tue 18th June - Wed 19th June (8am-6pm)Cost: Adult £17, OAP £14, Children £8Details: 01565 650200 www.cheshirecountyshow.org.ukWhere: WA16 0HJ

Wigan Festival of TransportThis new festival, which is held at the DW Stadium site in Wigan, will include a range of vehicles on static display, including classic, vintage and commercial vehicles, fire engines, military trucks, and a variety of specialist car clubs and trade stalls. There’s also a craft fair, a traditional fun fair, and a model engineers’ tent too.

When: Saturday 22nd June - Sunday 23rd JuneCost: Adult £4, Children £2Details: 01942 496855 / www.festivaloftransport.co.ukWhere: WN5 0UH

The Secret GardenWhat lies behind the mysterious door in the garden wall? Classic children’s tale by Frances Hodgson Burnett, retold by The Bookworm Players, Liverpool’s premier children’s theatre company. Outdoor theatre on the iconic North Lawn at Speke Hall. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear, don’t forget your picnic! Gates open 6pm, performance starts 7pm, booking is essential.

When: Saturday 29th JuneCost: Adult £10, Child £5Details: 0151 427 7231 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/spekehallWhere: L24 1XD

Classic American Car ShowOne of the UK’s premier Classic American car shows is at Tatton Park Gasp in awe at the Wild West Shoot-out, the Wall of Death, cheerleaders, live bands and lots more!! This event has a very busy trade area with stands selling all things American plus general trade stalls. There’s a beer tent, food bars and refreshments. National Trust parking charge £5 per car.

When: Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th JulyCost: Adults £7.50, U/15 £5, U/10 freeDetails: 01565 723863 / 07915 221737 www.cheshireautopromotions.co.ukWhere: WA16 6QN

Green Fayre The Green Fayre, which is held at the Beacon Country Park, is West Lancashire Borough Council’s premier countryside event, celebrating the great outdoors and countryside life. Don’t miss demonstrations in a variety of woodland crafts including, chainsaw carving, willow weaving, basket making and hooping. The show arena will also include sheepdog trials, Viking battles and birds of prey displays. There will even be a music marquee housing a variety of folk and traditional music performers.

When: Sat 20th July & Sun 21st July (11am-5pm)Cost: FreeDetails: 01695 622794 Where: WN8 7RU

RHS Flower Show The North’s greatest garden party returns to Tatton Park with lots of fresh ideas for visitors who enjoy growing their own fruit and veg. See them at the Great British Allotment area, or if ornamental plants are more your thing, head to the Floral Marquee to find a huge choice from some of the UK’s top nurseries.

Don’t miss our Galaxy Gardens, which look set to create some fascinating show garden designs. And there’s more than a touch of glamour thanks to Ladies Day, which returns by popular demand on Friday 26th July.

When: Thursday 25th July – Sunday 28th JulyCost: £23.50Details: www.rhs.org.ukWhere: WA16 6QN

What’s On in the North West


Southport Food & Drink FestivalThe Southport Food and Drink Festival at Victoria Park has an abundance of fresh produce, a wealth of local restaurants, plenty of drink, plus a selection of the region’s finest chefs demonstrating their kitchen skills.

When: Friday 31st May – Sunday 2nd June (11am – 6pm, Fri 12pm-6pm)Cost: FreeDetails: 01704 533333 Where: PR8 2BZ

Southport Country FairThis popular family event moves to a new home at the Leisure Lakes at Mere Brow. In previous years, attractions and displays have included: alpacas, archery, paintballing range, bug house, dedicated dog arena with shows and agility demonstrations, donkey show and rides, falconry, ferrets, gun dog displays, gymnastics, homing pigeons, honey bees, horse logging and much more.

When: Friday 31st May - Sunday 2nd June (10am-5.30pm)Cost: Adults £5, Child £1Details: 01704 212734 / www.garden-festivals.comWhere: PR4 6JX

Chorley CarnivalAfter 20 years Chorley Carnival is back for 2013 at Astley Park with a fun filled weekend for the whole family. There will be a carnival procession, arena entertainment, marching bands, Morris Dancers, a dog show; also it’s a Knockout, a Fun Fair, a Craft Fair and so much more. Great laughs for all!

When: Friday 7th June - Sunday 9th JuneDetails: www.chorleycarnival.comWhere: PR7 1NP

Summer Pops 2013Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra performs at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. The James Bond Night is on Wednesday 12th June and Last Night of the Summer Pops is on Tuesday 25th June. Concessions and group discounts available.

When: Wednesday 12th June & Tuesday 25th June (7.30pm Start)Cost: £6Details: 0151 709 3789 / www.liverpoolphil.comWhere: L1 9BP

The Northern Home ShowIf you’re interested in inspirational design ideas and the latest products and services for the home then look no further than the Northern Home Show at EventCity near the Trafford Centre. The Show features free seminars, live demonstrations and advice from the experts.

When: Friday 14th June - Sunday 16th June (10am - 5pm)Cost: £8 per person (Under 16 free)Details: www.northernhomeshow.co.ukWhere: M41 7TB

Leyland FestivalLeyland Festival 2013 at Worden Park will have a USA theme. It will offer a good value day out for all the family, celebrating local people, businesses and community groups who pull together to make sure the festival continues to go from strength to strength.

When: Saturday 15th JuneDetails: 01772 625441 / www.visitleyland.co.ukWhere: PR25 3DH

Cheshire County ShowCheshire County Show celebrates its 175th anniversary with another action-packed event. With its rural theme, the main focus of the show will once again be livestock, horses and dogs in competition. There will be a Countryside Experience Area where the public will pursuits such as falconry and ferreting. Visitors will also be able to sample to culinary delights and see demos at the Food Hall.

When: Tue 18th June - Wed 19th June (8am-6pm)Cost: Adult £17, OAP £14, Children £8Details: 01565 650200 www.cheshirecountyshow.org.ukWhere: WA16 0HJ

Wigan Festival of TransportThis new festival, which is held at the DW Stadium site in Wigan, will include a range of vehicles on static display, including classic, vintage and commercial vehicles, fire engines, military trucks, and a variety of specialist car clubs and trade stalls. There’s also a craft fair, a traditional fun fair, and a model engineers’ tent too.

When: Saturday 22nd June - Sunday 23rd JuneCost: Adult £4, Children £2Details: 01942 496855 / www.festivaloftransport.co.ukWhere: WN5 0UH

The Secret GardenWhat lies behind the mysterious door in the garden wall? Classic children’s tale by Frances Hodgson Burnett, retold by The Bookworm Players, Liverpool’s premier children’s theatre company. Outdoor theatre on the iconic North Lawn at Speke Hall. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear, don’t forget your picnic! Gates open 6pm, performance starts 7pm, booking is essential.

When: Saturday 29th JuneCost: Adult £10, Child £5Details: 0151 427 7231 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/spekehallWhere: L24 1XD

Classic American Car ShowOne of the UK’s premier Classic American car shows is at Tatton Park Gasp in awe at the Wild West Shoot-out, the Wall of Death, cheerleaders, live bands and lots more!! This event has a very busy trade area with stands selling all things American plus general trade stalls. There’s a beer tent, food bars and refreshments. National Trust parking charge £5 per car.

When: Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th JulyCost: Adults £7.50, U/15 £5, U/10 freeDetails: 01565 723863 / 07915 221737 www.cheshireautopromotions.co.ukWhere: WA16 6QN

Green Fayre The Green Fayre, which is held at the Beacon Country Park, is West Lancashire Borough Council’s premier countryside event, celebrating the great outdoors and countryside life. Don’t miss demonstrations in a variety of woodland crafts including, chainsaw carving, willow weaving, basket making and hooping. The show arena will also include sheepdog trials, Viking battles and birds of prey displays. There will even be a music marquee housing a variety of folk and traditional music performers.

When: Sat 20th July & Sun 21st July (11am-5pm)Cost: FreeDetails: 01695 622794 Where: WN8 7RU

RHS Flower Show The North’s greatest garden party returns to Tatton Park with lots of fresh ideas for visitors who enjoy growing their own fruit and veg. See them at the Great British Allotment area, or if ornamental plants are more your thing, head to the Floral Marquee to find a huge choice from some of the UK’s top nurseries.

Don’t miss our Galaxy Gardens, which look set to create some fascinating show garden designs. And there’s more than a touch of glamour thanks to Ladies Day, which returns by popular demand on Friday 26th July.

When: Thursday 25th July – Sunday 28th JulyCost: £23.50Details: www.rhs.org.ukWhere: WA16 6QN

What’s On in the North West

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MartinJack’s Tracks

The Farm – Martin Mere

Park up at The Farm, on Martin Lane in Burscough (L40 0RT). If you fancy an early start to hear the dawn chorus round Martin Mere, then this place is a 4 star B&B and has a campsite too. Whilst I can’t testify how comfortable The Farm is, I can tell you that the breakfasts are legendary!

Exit the car park and turn left and carry on down the track. Within a couple of minutes, the track forks near some greenhouses on the left; go straight on and then about 50 yards later turn right where the footpath symbol is.

Head down that track for 500 yards until you reach the railway crossing. Taking great care, negotiate the gate or the stile and cross the railway line. Please close the gates behind you too. Once you have safely crossed the line, carry straight on down the track for another 250 yards. If you look over to the right you can see the hides at Martin Mere and in the distance in the left is the Windmill at the Windmill Animal Farm.

The scarcely populated area north west of Burscough was traditionally known as Martin, or Marton, and this name is survived only in place names such as Martin Mere, Martin Hall and the Martin Inn.

Generally the more hills a walk has, the more interesting it is, but this six mile walk is completely on � at terrain and yet has lots of points of interest. Do take a camera or binoculars with you; there are a few hides on the section of the walk that passes by Martin Mere and it’s worth pausing there for a few minutes.

You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to refreshments on the walk – you’ll pass 5 pubs, two tea shops and an ice cream parlour en route!

Once you reach the decrepit green tin shed, turn right and head towards Martin Mere. In the distance you’ll see some wooden gates. Go through the gates and turn right. The path bears left following the boundaries of Martin Mere. Have a peek through the hide at the Long Horn Cattle grazing in the next � eld. Once you’ve passed by a couple of ponds on the right, you’ll come to a wooden gate; turn left at this point, cross over the brook and turn left again through wooden gate and then take a direct right turn down the track.

Heading up this track, the waters of Martin Mere are on your left hand side and you will see a couple of hides up ahead. Take a few minutes breather in the hides and you’ll see some wonderful sights! Once you’ve reached the end of the track, go through the wooden gate and you’ll have a multitude of paths to choose from. Take the path directly ahead which runs parallel with the metal fence – the fence should be on your left as you walk down this path.

Martin Mere - Burscough

Once you’ve reached Fish Lane, cross over and turn right. Follow the main road for 500 yards through the hamlet of Tarlscough, and past Marsh Moss Lane and Brandreth Barn Tea Rooms. Once you reach the public footpath sign just after the Tea Rooms, turn right and go through the farm yard. Head toward the opening between the last farm building (look for the small footpath sign) and a � shing pond and turn left after the pond down a track. You should see Burscough in the distance.

You follow this track in the same direction for ½ mile, following the signs towards the Burscough Bridge Interchange. Just after you’ve passed a bench on the right hand side, you’ll come to another set of signposts on a bend. Follow the sign in the direction of Moss Nook and cross the � eld until you reach Moss Nook.

Follow Moss Nook up to the T-junction and then turn right onto Red Cat Lane. Follow Red Cat Lane to the T-junction with Liverpool Road and then turn right.


MartinJack’s Tracks

The Farm – Martin Mere

Park up at The Farm, on Martin Lane in Burscough (L40 0RT). If you fancy an early start to hear the dawn chorus round Martin Mere, then this place is a 4 star B&B and has a campsite too. Whilst I can’t testify how comfortable The Farm is, I can tell you that the breakfasts are legendary!

Exit the car park and turn left and carry on down the track. Within a couple of minutes, the track forks near some greenhouses on the left; go straight on and then about 50 yards later turn right where the footpath symbol is.

Head down that track for 500 yards until you reach the railway crossing. Taking great care, negotiate the gate or the stile and cross the railway line. Please close the gates behind you too. Once you have safely crossed the line, carry straight on down the track for another 250 yards. If you look over to the right you can see the hides at Martin Mere and in the distance in the left is the Windmill at the Windmill Animal Farm.

The scarcely populated area north west of Burscough was traditionally known as Martin, or Marton, and this name is survived only in place names such as Martin Mere, Martin Hall and the Martin Inn.

Generally the more hills a walk has, the more interesting it is, but this six mile walk is completely on � at terrain and yet has lots of points of interest. Do take a camera or binoculars with you; there are a few hides on the section of the walk that passes by Martin Mere and it’s worth pausing there for a few minutes.

You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to refreshments on the walk – you’ll pass 5 pubs, two tea shops and an ice cream parlour en route!

Once you reach the decrepit green tin shed, turn right and head towards Martin Mere. In the distance you’ll see some wooden gates. Go through the gates and turn right. The path bears left following the boundaries of Martin Mere. Have a peek through the hide at the Long Horn Cattle grazing in the next � eld. Once you’ve passed by a couple of ponds on the right, you’ll come to a wooden gate; turn left at this point, cross over the brook and turn left again through wooden gate and then take a direct right turn down the track.

Heading up this track, the waters of Martin Mere are on your left hand side and you will see a couple of hides up ahead. Take a few minutes breather in the hides and you’ll see some wonderful sights! Once you’ve reached the end of the track, go through the wooden gate and you’ll have a multitude of paths to choose from. Take the path directly ahead which runs parallel with the metal fence – the fence should be on your left as you walk down this path.

Martin Mere - Burscough

Once you’ve reached Fish Lane, cross over and turn right. Follow the main road for 500 yards through the hamlet of Tarlscough, and past Marsh Moss Lane and Brandreth Barn Tea Rooms. Once you reach the public footpath sign just after the Tea Rooms, turn right and go through the farm yard. Head toward the opening between the last farm building (look for the small footpath sign) and a � shing pond and turn left after the pond down a track. You should see Burscough in the distance.

You follow this track in the same direction for ½ mile, following the signs towards the Burscough Bridge Interchange. Just after you’ve passed a bench on the right hand side, you’ll come to another set of signposts on a bend. Follow the sign in the direction of Moss Nook and cross the � eld until you reach Moss Nook.

Follow Moss Nook up to the T-junction and then turn right onto Red Cat Lane. Follow Red Cat Lane to the T-junction with Liverpool Road and then turn right.

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Leeds & Liverpool Canal

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Cross the railway bridge and head through Burscough village.

Burscough – The Farm

Cross over at the pedestrian crossing and then turn left into Lord Street, taking an immediate right into Burscough Wharf. If you’re � agging a bit at this point, there are seats at the Wharf and toilets too, and you could also stop for a cheeky pint or an ice cream!

Head out of the wharf towards the canal, and turn right along the canal for the last leg of the walk. ¾ of a mile further on you’ll see the Slipway Pub on the other side of the canal. Cross Crabtree Lane and carry on in the same direction down the canal towpath. After 450 yards you’ll reach New Lane and the recently refurbished Farmers Arms, which is again on the other side of the canal. Cross New Lane and carry on in the same direction down the canal towpath. Watch out for the hen and turkey which will chase you down the towpath!

Follow the towpath for almost a mile until you reach Martin Lane Bridge (Bridge 29) - go under the bridge and then turn directly right up to the main road, turn left away of the bridge and carry straight on down Martin Lane. 300 yards further on, you’ll reach the Martin Inn, cross over and carry on in the same direction down Martin Lane for a further 250 yards and you’re back at The 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.


Leeds & Liverpool Canal

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Martin MereWildfowl & Wetlands Trust

Tarlscough Lane

School Lane

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Start / Finish

Cross the railway bridge and head through Burscough village.

Burscough – The Farm

Cross over at the pedestrian crossing and then turn left into Lord Street, taking an immediate right into Burscough Wharf. If you’re � agging a bit at this point, there are seats at the Wharf and toilets too, and you could also stop for a cheeky pint or an ice cream!

Head out of the wharf towards the canal, and turn right along the canal for the last leg of the walk. ¾ of a mile further on you’ll see the Slipway Pub on the other side of the canal. Cross Crabtree Lane and carry on in the same direction down the canal towpath. After 450 yards you’ll reach New Lane and the recently refurbished Farmers Arms, which is again on the other side of the canal. Cross New Lane and carry on in the same direction down the canal towpath. Watch out for the hen and turkey which will chase you down the towpath!

Follow the towpath for almost a mile until you reach Martin Lane Bridge (Bridge 29) - go under the bridge and then turn directly right up to the main road, turn left away of the bridge and carry straight on down Martin Lane. 300 yards further on, you’ll reach the Martin Inn, cross over and carry on in the same direction down Martin Lane for a further 250 yards and you’re back at The 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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Are you looking to keep your little ones entertained? A day out at the award-winning Farmer Ted’s Farm Park is a must this summer!

Farmer Ted's is an interactive children's activity park, sited on a working farm in the huge grounds of Worrall House Farm, within the beautiful Lancashire countryside. The family-run attraction is celebrating its tenth birthday this year and is so popular, it has been recognized with a number of local and national awards, picking up the 2009/2010 award for Best Small Visitor Attraction for Lancashire and National Farm Attraction 2009. The Farm has also received numerous award for its ‘Farmaggedon’ Halloween interactive haunted experience from Blackpool and Lancashire Tourist Board.

We’ve got THREE family day passes to Farmer Ted’s to be won in our fabulous competition. Simply � ll in the crossword on the opposite page and return it by 30th June to;

Local Life 247 LtdUnit 8 – Hewitt Business ParkWinstanley RoadOrrellWiganWN5 7XB

Or simply email your answers, along with your name, address, postcode and contact number to [email protected]. The closing date for the competition is Tuesday 30th June 2013 and the details of the winners will be published in the Aug/Sep issue of Local Life.

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During the summer, Farm Ted’s provides fun for the whole family. Take a journey round the farm and meet Larry the Llama and Molly the Shire horse, not to mention plenty of cows, sheep, hens, Shetland ponies and you can even spot a pair of water bu� alo splashing about! A huge animal barn is home to pigs, goats, lambs, chicks, ferrets and guinea pigs and the farm is also developing a Mini Beast Centre where you can get up close and personal to lots of creepy crawlies from a boa constrictor, tarantula and scorpions to giant snails and Madagascan hissing cockroaches!

You can explore the � elds by tractor, and hop on the 100ft long quad barrel-train ride. There’s also a 400m long � eld trail where you can learn more about nature. Farmer Ted's also specialises in providing educational day trips for the North West's schools teaching the children about farming, animals and food.

Afterwards your kids can let o� steam in the adventure play area. Set in a two-acre � eld, there’s swings, pedal go-karts, a huge spider’s web to get tangled up in and Charlie the Combine climbing frame.

It’s a great attraction for kids, whatever the weather, as Farmer Ted’s boasts huge farm sheds providing indoor play areas to explore including an undercover sandpit.

Meanwhile, parents can relax and enjoy a cuppa and some delicious home cooking at Farmer Ted’s Grill where all the food is freshly prepared. Farmer Ted’s Grill was recently accredited with Recipe 4 Health status by West Lancashire District Council for providing a healthy and balanced menu and has a � ve star hygiene rating.

Competition

The Farm caters for children’s birthday parties and holds exciting events throughout the year. Check the website at www.farmerteds.com for more details.

Farmer Ted’s Farm Park

Location: Worrall House Farm Flatmans Lane Downholland Ormskirk L39 7HWDetails: 0151 526 0002 www.farmerteds.com

Crossword Competition Rules1. Only one entry per household2. Entrants must be over 16 years of age3. The winners will be noti� ed within 14 days of the closing date.4. Local Life 247 Ltd cannot accept responsibility for entries that are delayed or damaged in the post.5. Employees of Local Life 247 Ltd or their immediate relatives are not eligible to enter this competition. Local Life 247 Ltd is registered under the Data Protection Act and abides by the guidelines of the act. We will never sell or pass your data to any third party company. However, we would like to contact you occasionally by email with news of great local o� ers and also to check our magazine distribution in your area.If this is acceptable to you, please tick this box.

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Are you looking to keep your little ones entertained? A day out at the award-winning Farmer Ted’s Farm Park is a must this summer!

Farmer Ted's is an interactive children's activity park, sited on a working farm in the huge grounds of Worrall House Farm, within the beautiful Lancashire countryside. The family-run attraction is celebrating its tenth birthday this year and is so popular, it has been recognized with a number of local and national awards, picking up the 2009/2010 award for Best Small Visitor Attraction for Lancashire and National Farm Attraction 2009. The Farm has also received numerous award for its ‘Farmaggedon’ Halloween interactive haunted experience from Blackpool and Lancashire Tourist Board.

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Win a Family Pass toFarmer Ted’s!

During the summer, Farm Ted’s provides fun for the whole family. Take a journey round the farm and meet Larry the Llama and Molly the Shire horse, not to mention plenty of cows, sheep, hens, Shetland ponies and you can even spot a pair of water bu� alo splashing about! A huge animal barn is home to pigs, goats, lambs, chicks, ferrets and guinea pigs and the farm is also developing a Mini Beast Centre where you can get up close and personal to lots of creepy crawlies from a boa constrictor, tarantula and scorpions to giant snails and Madagascan hissing cockroaches!

You can explore the � elds by tractor, and hop on the 100ft long quad barrel-train ride. There’s also a 400m long � eld trail where you can learn more about nature. Farmer Ted's also specialises in providing educational day trips for the North West's schools teaching the children about farming, animals and food.

Afterwards your kids can let o� steam in the adventure play area. Set in a two-acre � eld, there’s swings, pedal go-karts, a huge spider’s web to get tangled up in and Charlie the Combine climbing frame.

It’s a great attraction for kids, whatever the weather, as Farmer Ted’s boasts huge farm sheds providing indoor play areas to explore including an undercover sandpit.

Meanwhile, parents can relax and enjoy a cuppa and some delicious home cooking at Farmer Ted’s Grill where all the food is freshly prepared. Farmer Ted’s Grill was recently accredited with Recipe 4 Health status by West Lancashire District Council for providing a healthy and balanced menu and has a � ve star hygiene rating.

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The Farm caters for children’s birthday parties and holds exciting events throughout the year. Check the website at www.farmerteds.com for more details.

Farmer Ted’s Farm Park

Location: Worrall House Farm Flatmans Lane Downholland Ormskirk L39 7HWDetails: 0151 526 0002 www.farmerteds.com

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MethodPour the milk into a medium size, heavy bottomed saucepan. Add 100g of the sugar. Place over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture registers 77C on a cooking thermometer. If you don’t have a thermometer the milk should be just bearable to dip your finger into…be careful!

In a crock or stainless steel medium-size bowl, whisk together the 4 egg yolks and remaining 50g of sugar until foamy and slightly thick. Very slowly add half of the hot milk to the eggs, whisking continuously. Pour this egg mixture back into the sauce pan with the remaining hot milk and return to the stove top on a low-medium heat. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon or heatproof rubber spatula until the mixture reaches 85C on the thermometer or if you have no thermometer is thick enough to coat the back of the spoon or spatula. Take care to make sure the mixture does not boil. Remove from the heat. If it’s not completely smooth whisk it well before proceeding.

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If you have no ice cream maker, don’t worry, you can still make ice cream though it will take a little longer.

Bailey’sIce Cream

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• 240ml double cream

• 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

• 4 tbsp Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur

Recipe of the month

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