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WelcomeWelcome to the fifth edition of Your Village Life magazine.

The summer months are now finally upon us and thisissue is packed with informative features and articles tohelp you make the most of the warm weather with placesto visit and our popular ‘what’s on’ feature. We havetaken the opportunity in this issue to guide you throughyour property investment with advice on entering theproperty ladder as a Landlord as well as a peek into thedaily life of our very own Lettings Assistant, LesleyClarke.

We’ve also been chatting to Salterforth and Englandnetball star, Natalie Haythornthwaite as well as local ladturned Hollywood actor, Jamier Buller. We take a peekbehind the doors of Middle Hague Farmhouse, one ofthe reputed oldest homes in Kelbrook plus, don’t missour guide to making the most of your garden thissummer.

We are delighted to say that Your Village Life is nowavailable in digital format so please do sign up atwww.yourvillagelife.co.uk to get your next copy first!

We hope you will enjoy the read and look forward todoing business with you.

Ian BythellDirector, Petty’s

134 Gisburn RoadBarrowfordBB9 6HQTel. 01282 615900Email. [email protected]

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Information and prices contained in this magazine were correct at the time of print. While every care is taken, prices and details aresubject to change and Petty (CS) Ltd take no responsibility for omissions or errors. Petty cannot accept responsibility for errorscontained in third party artwork. The views and opinions expressed are not necessarily shared by Petty. All rights reserved.

BriercliffeAsking Price £474,950

Proctor CoteThis four bedroomed recently refurbished farmhouse offers delightful family living accommodation inthe popular Briercliffe area with open views of the surrounding countryside.

Extended and refurbished to an excellent standard over recent years, the property has itsaccommodation arranged over two floors and briefly comprises on the ground floor, entrance hallwith study area, cloakroom, lounge with open views of the surrounding countryside, dining roomwith open fire, superb breakfast kitchen with stainless steel range and extensive range of inbuiltappliances together with island unit and breakfast bar, cellar and rear porch.

At first floor level is the master bedroom with an extensive range of fitted bedroom furniture andluxurious en-suite bathroom, three further double bedrooms, house bathroom and laundry room.

Externally, the property is set with gardens to front and side, off road parking and garage.

Set in an individual position, in our opinion this property requires an internal inspection for its size andquality to be fully appreciated.

ClivigerAsking Price £209,950

Red Lees RoadA truly outstanding mature semi-detached dwelling boasting a wonderful position within this much sought after andhighly regarded rural location. Benefiting from open views particularly to the front, the quality of the décor andexceptionally well planned contemporary style throughout, all contribute to being without a shadow of a doubt afabulous home indeed.

To the first floor are three well proportioned bedrooms, two being double in size, the main bedroom beingpositioned at the rear and the second bedroom to the front enjoying a very pleasant outlook, currently used as astudy room, and with access to the loft/occasional bedroom. Externally, this superb home is adorned by beautifullandscaped garden areas to front, side and rear together with excellent workshop which was previously the singlegarage. With a distinct emphasis on style and quality throughout, we do strongly feel that this stunning home willappeal to a wide range of purchaser and for this reason we do highly recommend an early appointment to view.

Springbank BarnSpringbank Barn is a substantial four bedroom family home situated in the picturesque village of Barley nestledpeacefully in the shadows of Pendle Hill. The area is extremely popular with walkers and ramblers, for goodreason with outstanding scenery, fresh country air, welcoming locals and a host of outdoor activities on offermake this an exceptionally popular place to live.

The beautiful area is dominated by Pendle Hill and Springbank Barn enjoys breathtaking panoramic views overthe surrounding countryside together with views over Lower and Upper Black Moss Reservoir to the front.Springbank Barn is the middle barn on a select development of three individual properties and has undergonesignificant and extensive refurbishment over the last two years and is now presented to the highest level includingsolid oak and stone paved flooring throughout the ground floor together with skirtings and architraves and an oakstaircase which provides access to the first floor and galleried landing. The luxurious kitchen is simply stunningand has to be seen to be fully admired.

BarleyAsking Price £399,995

W ith an increase in activity in the lettings

market, we take a candid look into the daily

life of Petty’s very own Lettings Assistant,

Lesley Clarke, who knows all too well that the agency is

busier than ever before in supporting Landlords and

tenants alike across the region.

Here, Lesley briefly talks us through a day in her life…

First things first: The day always starts early with ameeting and catch up with the rest of the team on whathappened the previous day and any issues landlords ortenants are facing that need addressing. The team talksand that is the key as it is so important that we are allaware of every detail and every issue so that we can actpromptly should any client need an update.

One hour later: I spend no longer than an hour in the officeas for me, my day is spent on the road making sure that allthe inspections are carried out at the right time. Armedwith my diary, I go from house to house completing theinspection report on behalf of the Landlords who utilise ourfull property management services. It takes about 15minutes to complete each property and we repeat thisevery six months which gives the landlords confidencethat their property is our priority.

Lunch: One of the perks of the job is that no two days areever the same and I never seem to be sat in the same placeeating lunch! More often than not, lunch is on the go!

Throughout the day: Petty offers three levels of support,Bronze, Silver and Gold and so there is always somethingdifferent for me to do, whether that is an inventory, aviewing, meter readings, compliance checks or briefing theteam back in the office on any urgent matters. Attention to detail is paramount and so a lot of my time isspent dictating reports and also taking photographs toowhich simply protects both parties should an issue arise.

Memorable moments: Having been with Petty’s forfour years now, I can honestly say, I have seen it all!The lettings market is buoyant with properties movingquickly and I do love the pace of the job which keeps meon my toes. I have a lot of good memories and althoughit doesn’t happen often I do recall one day I was hostinga group viewing and each party wanted the house! Wegive clients the opportunity to reserve there and thenwith an application fee and it really was a fight to findme first!

A day in the life of

“The lettings market isbuoyant with properties

moving quickly...”

BarrowfordOffers Around £299,950

HigherfordAsking Price £240,000

Barnoldswick RoadBenefiting from a substantial extension this attractively presented semi-detached property provides substantial fourbedroom family living accommodation. On entering the property on the ground floor there is an attractive lounge situated to the front of the property withfeature bay window which enjoys a pleasant aspect over the front garden and adjacent fields. To the rear of theproperty is a superb dining kitchen with patio doors overlooking and accessing the rear garden. The kitchen isluxuriously fitted with granite working surfaces. Additionally, on the ground floor is a cloakroom and access to theintegral garage.On the first floor there are three double bedrooms together with a fourth single bedroom with a pull down ladderproviding access to a loft area. The house bathroom houses a modern three piece suite in white with Spa bath.

RidgewaySimply stunning, is the only way to describe this modern detached true bungalow situated on the awardwinning and highly sought after Wheatley Springs development located in the heart of the exclusivefashionable Pendleside village of Barrowford.

On entering the property you are greeted by a central ‘L’ shaped entrance hallway. The family lounge is a wellproportioned square room with stone fireplace with brick insert housing a living flame gas fire. Patio doorsprovide access to the conservatory which enjoys a pleasant aspect over the rear garden. Undoubtedly one ofthe property’s selling points is the luxurious fully fitted dining kitchen. Patio doors to the rear create a lightenvironment and enjoy a pleasant aspect over the rear garden.

An internal inspection is imperative to fully appreciate this beautifully appointed detached true bungalow.

Catlow Row, BurnleyAsking Price £125,000

Dalesway, BarrowfordAsking Price £349,950

Undoubtedly one of the biggest attractions of this property is its substantialand private gardens which have been professionally landscaped and are alsoprofessionally maintained providing a lawned area to the rear with mature andestablished borders and to the side of the property is a seating area, pondand water feature.

The property itself is accessed via double wrought iron gates providing animpressive and secure access. The property comprises an individually styledfour bedroom detached property situated on the award winning WheatleySprings Development.

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FINDING YOUR WAY

Rob WykeDirector

This dwelling is set in the picturesque hamlet of Southfield. This two bedroom property is discreetly tucked away enjoying lovely scenicviews to the front and rear, boasting views over Pendle Hill and beyond.The property would be ideal for a second home or even a holiday home. Ifyou enjoy country walks and other outdoor activities this could be an idealproperty for you.The property is arranged over three floors and briefly comprises sun lounge,sitting room, kitchen and two double bedrooms with the added bonus of offroad parking. The property also has gas fired central heating and UPVCdouble glazing throughout.

Gisburn Street, BarnoldswickRent: £525pcmTownhouse with 3 bedrooms

Cowgill Street, EarbyRent: £595pcmTerrace with 2 bedrooms & attic

Greenwoods Barn, WorsthorneRent: £850pcmBarn Conversion with 4 bedrooms

Hindley Court, BarrowfordRent: £850pcm4 bedrooms refurbished detached

Alma View, FoulridgeRent: £595pcmSemi-detached with 3 bedrooms

Gorple Road, WorsthorneRent: £550pcmCottage with 3 bedrooms

Burwains CloseRent: £750pcmSemi-detached with 3 bedrooms

Church Street, BarnoldswickRent: £475pcmEnd Terrace with 3 bedrooms

Gisburn Road, BlackoRent: £495pcmCottage with 2 bedrooms

Reedymore Terrace, FoulridgeRent: £575pcmEnd terrace with 2 bedrooms plus attic

Wheatley Lane Road, FenceRent: 575pcmMid terrace with 3 bedrooms plus attic

Zion Chapel, TrawdenRent: £750pcmSemi-detached with 5 bedrooms

Village Properties To Let

Pennine Grove, HuntroydeAsking Price £449,950

This is a truly unique opportunity to purchase one of the most individualproperties in the area, situated in a choice plot extending to approximatelyone third of an acre and offering scope for further extension if required.

The accommodation briefly comprises on the ground floor, entrance porch,entrance hall, ‘L’ shaped lounge, breakfast kitchen, dining room/bedroomfour, house bathroom and bedroom two. On the first floor is the masterbedroom, bedroom three and a shower room.

There is a substantial tarmacadamed driveway leading to a sizeableattached garage that will comfortably house two vehicles and offers greatpotential for any car enthusiast, or conversion to a self-contained annexe.

Inchfield, WorsthorneAsking Price £195,000

The property comprises a stone built inner quasi property situated in theidyllic and picturesque Pendleside village of Spenbrook.

On entering the property you are greeted by a pleasant lounge withKarndene flooring. There is a fully fitted kitchen in pine with granite worksurfaces and a wealth of integrated appliances. The property hasbenefited from a substantial conservatory extension to the rear. The firstfloor master bedroom is an excellent double with fitted wardrobe, and tothe rear of the property is a single bedroom. The property enjoys apleasant and tranquil cul-de-sac setting with lawned garden areas to boththe front and rear and a private driveway.

A modern executive style detached residence providing outstanding familyaccommodation indeed. Positioned within the heart of this genuinelysought after rural village, there are many attractive and quality features tothis lovely home including a fabulous and well equipped breakfast stylekitchen which certainly enjoys an excellent range of high gloss fitted unitsand in turn provides integral access into the single garage.

To the first floor there are four bedrooms, Externally, there are maturegarden areas to the front with driveway and private landscaped garden tothe rear.

Osbourne Terrace, SpenbrookAsking Price £159,950

Hambledon TerraceAsking Price £99,950

Positioned upon this very select row where properties rarely become availablefor sale, a superb stone built end of terrace dwelling. Affording larger thanexpected accommodation and enjoying this enviable traffic free position.

The property itself exudes a lovely charm and should certainly appeal to a widerange of purchaser, in particular the young family or anyone wishing todownsize.

To the first floor are two very good sized bedrooms, the main bedroomenjoying a super outlook across the surrounding countryside. Externally to thefront the property enjoys a traffic free position and a delightful enclosed cottagestyle garden, and to the rear is a very tidy well maintained enclosed yard areawith stone outbuilding.

Buy-to-let involves buying a property and letting it to tenants.But it should be seen as a long-term investment to provideregular income, not a get-rich-quick scheme. And it is

certainly not stress-free as dealing with tenants can be aheadache! You should also be aware of the risks. There might betimes when the property is empty and you have to meet themortgage payments out of your savings.

As recent years have proved, house prices do not always rise andif this continues almost a third of landlords will be in negativeequity — owing more on their mortgage than their property isworth — if house prices fall by 5% in 2011 and a further 5% in2012, according to credit agency Standard & Poor’s.

Against this though, would-be landlords must weigh rising rentsand yields. The yield is the amount of money a landlord receivesin rent over one year, shown as a percentage of the propertyvalue. If you paid £100,000 for a property and the annual rent was£5,000, the yield would be 5%.

HOW DO I GET A BUY-TO-LET MORTGAGE?You’ll need a specialist buy-to-let mortgage because banks andbuilding societies calculate whether you can afford the mortgagedifferently to standard home loans.

For starters, you will need a good credit history and a deposit of atleast 20%. Then you will also need to demonstrate you will receiveenough rental income to cover 125% of the mortgage interestpayments. The increased difference between the rent yourreceive and the mortgage interest itself is factored in to cover othercosts, such as maintenance, letting agent’s fees and safety tests.

Many buy-to-let lenders have rejoined the market afterdisappearing during the credit crunch, leading to lower interestrates so there are also a number of beneficial deals to be done.

SHOULD IBECOME ALANDLORD?Buy-to-let investments are enjoying a miniboom. Rents are rising because unfortunatelymany young people can’t afford to buy. Butshould investors be piling in when house pricesare falling and interest rates are set to rise?Here, Simon Westwell, Lettings Managerexplains everything a buy-to-let landlord needsto know...

WHERE AND WHAT SHOULD I BUY?A common mistake novice landlords make is to buy a house theywould like to live in themselves, rather than choosing a locationand property that will provide the best return.

Here at Petty’s we are more than happy to brief you on the typesof properties that are easy to let and how much rent you canexpect. For example, students will want to live near a university,families near good schools and professionals near a train station.

SHOULD I USE A LETTING AGENT?Our advice is yes, particularly if you are new to becoming aLandlord and also if you have a large estate which is becomingunmanageable. Letting agents can find tenants, draw upcontracts, collect rent and maintain the property. Most charge amonth’s rent paid for finding tenants and getting them checked inand out (known as ‘letting-only’) or they charge a greater monthlyfee for full management of the property, including arrangingmaintenance and ensuring all references are checked as well asvisiting the property regularly and submitting full and detailedreports to the Landlord. A good agent will have the necessaryexpertise to also ensure the property is being let legally andsmoothly. There is a great deal of red tape in the propertyindustry with an abundance of checks and legislation that has tobe adhered to and by utilising the skills and experience of thespecialists they will ensure you keep ahead of the game andoperate as a legal Landlord.

For further information on the Lettings Services thatPetty’s offers, please call Simon and the team on01282 615900

KELBROOK IS HOME TO A PIECE OF HISTORYMiddle Hague Farmhouse is a hidden gem steeped in character

and history and as we step inside, it is easy to see why it isalso registered as a Grade II listed building.

With a stone tablet above the porch dating the property to 1618 MiddleHague Farmhouse is considered one of the oldest homes in the area andas its owners, Jim and Angela are looking to downsize, this is a rareopportunity for new owners to purchase a piece of history.

Officially registered in 1950, it is the original stone mullion windows andporch with circular window and triple arched moulding that welcome youto the home and these are complimented by the original beams that runthrough the entire length of the house. Unlike other listed properties, theproperty has permission for an extension to the ground floor and thefootings are already in place for this work to be completed.

As Jim and Angela look to downsize for retirement, they admit that it will bea tug on their heartstrings actually moving home. Jim said: “We moved in10 years ago and were immediately struck by the architecture, garden spaceand stunning views. While many of the original features are still in place,there have also been some additional touches which bring an extradimension to the building’s history. The fireplace for example was installedby the previous owners and is actually from an old Chateau in France!”

Jim and Angela have both been fascinated by the history of their home andare actually in contact with a lady in Massachusetts, who is tracing herancestry. Having spent years researching, she is confident that her relatives,the Fairbanks, were the original owners in 1617 but who moved to the USAin 1636 where they built the oldest timber frame building in America.

Angela added: “We were thrilled when we were contacted as it helps to painta picture of our home all that time ago. There is a lot more research to bedone but who knows, the new owners could share a passion for genealogyand uncover more of the local history that the building is a part of.”

The farmhouse used to have a piggery on site with a grain store at the frontbut over recent years, the building has been refurbished to create awonderful living space. A new double garage was also built with loft spaceand toilet which Jim admits would make the perfect office for anyone workingor running a business from home, he added: “The garage was a greataddition to the property and we were thrilled that the builders used stoneand materials that complement the farmhouse perfectly. If it wasn’t forretirement, I would certainly move a business in there myself!”

Middle Hague Farmhouse is being marketed by Petty’s Colne office and ispriced at £665,000 with part exchange considered. For full details or torequest a brochure, please call 01282 868686 or visit our website atwww.petty.co.uk

The fireplace was installed by theprevious owners and is actuallyfrom an old Chateau in France! ”

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FenceAsking Price £239,950

MillbrookOccupying a pleasant corner plot position situated on this select cul-de-sac located in the heart of the highlydesirable and sought after village of Fence. On entering the property the entrance porch leads to a well proportionedfamily lounge and the staircase provides access to the first floor. Situated to the rear of the property is an extensiveand luxuriously fitted dining kitchen in American Cherry and the property has been extended to the rear by aconservatory which overlooks and accesses the rear garden.

On the first floor the master bedroom enjoys a three piece en-suite shower room. There are two further doublebedrooms together with a fourth single bedroom.

The property is beautifully decorated internally with a modern and contemporary style. The open plan arrangementto the kitchen reflects today’s modern family requirements.

Alderhurst End FarmEnjoying an idyllic rural location boasting breathtaking panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.The property has been luxuriously converted to exacting standards and is accessed by an original barnopening with glazed French doors accessing the substantial living breakfast kitchen which is fitted with awealth of integrated appliances. The utility room is situated adjacent to the kitchen with matching wall andbase units and there is a downstairs cloakroom and stairs providing access to the first floor. Open accessleads to a substantial family lounge.

On the first floor are three bedrooms together with a three piece bathroom suite in white. The property iscomplemented by the modern day comforts of sealed unit double glazing, LPG gas fired central heating,mains electric and water is installed and drainage is to a private treatment plant. Externally, the propertyenjoys a garden to the front and to the rear is private tarmacadamed parking for several vehicles.

TrawdenAsking Price £229,000

Spotlight onKelbrookO

nce part of West Yorkshire, Kelbrook has now firmly established

its rightful home in a rural part of North East Lancashire thanks to

the boundary changes of 1974.

With its elevated position on the A56 between Skipton and Colne, this is a localvillage with a community feel reminiscent of a bygone era. The villages grewfrom a collection of farms in the 18th Century to become small ‘mini villages’ inthe 19th Century and as the farming industry continued in later years, it pavedthe way for the cotton industry and light engineering.

With approximately 250 houses in Kelbrook, the majority of the population livein terraced houses but throughout the village are scattered properties of all sizeswhich showcase why this delightful village is so popular among homeownerswith property prices holding their own.

Kelbrook boasts all the amenities required of a local village which meet theneeds of the most discerning home hunter. To whet the appetite of thoselooking to move to the area, here is a small selection of what you will find onyour doorstep:

• Kelbrook primary school with pre and after school facilities• A children’s play area adjacent to Kelbrook school • Two public houses, ‘The Craven Heifer’ in the village and the ‘Old Stone

Trough’• Kelbrook Fisheries • A parish church – St Mary’s (C of E)• A riding stables • Kelbrook Pottery• Kelbrook Shooting Lodge• A park with football pitches, children's play area, skate park and bowling

green in nearby Sough • A petrol filling station with shop

LaneshawbridgeAsking Price £195,000

Wycoller ViewEnjoying a pleasant and tranquil cul-de-sac setting abutting a natural watercourse to the rear with attractive aspect overthe adjacent fields, this superb stone built semi-detached property is located in the highly sought after and picturesquevillage of Laneshawbridge. The property occupies a convenient setting being within comfortable walking distance oflocal amenities and the highly regarded Beacon Primary School of Laneshawbridge.

On entering the property you are immediately greeted by a pleasant entrance hallway with Travertine flooring and twopiece cloakroom. There is a pleasant and well proportioned lounge with open spindle balustrade staircase providingaccess to the first floor. Situated to the rear of the property is a fully fitted dining kitchen in cream with contrasting walnuteffect work surfaces. On the first floor there are two double bedrooms together with a third single bedroom and amodern house bathroom suite in white. Externally to the front is a double driveway and patio.

Newchurch VillageSituated in the heart of Pendle Witch country, this elevated stone built period cottage property dates back to the1800’s and has a traditional dress stone frontage with original hand carved stone mullion windows.

The property has undergone a significant and extensive refurbishment program over previous years and is nowpresented at its highest level and includes a wealth of noteworthy features including original stone mullion windows tothe front and gable elevation complete with stained glass windows to the rear staircase. The hung stone staircaseprovides access to the lower ground floor garage area with stone vaulted ceiling.

Externally to the rear of the property is a delightful lawned garden with well stocked flower and shrub borders.Spectacular panoramic views over the surrounding area and countryside providing a relaxing and tranquilenvironment. Additionally there is a recently constructed summer house with timber decked frontage, leading to afabulous elevated private garden.

Newchurch in PendleAsking Price £299,950

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BarnoldswickAsking Price £345,000

FenceAsking Price £279,950

Duck Pond FarmOriginally constructed circa 1850 as a shooting lodge with attached barn, the property fell into a semi-derelict stateand was extensively refurbished by the current owners approximately 27 years ago. The property occupies a ruralsetting with panoramic views and surrounding countryside. On entering the property the central door providesaccess to the reception hallway. There are three excellent and well proportioned reception rooms on the groundfloor, and a dining kitchen which enjoys a range of matching wall and base units with Aga. On the first floor there arefour excellent double bedrooms, and four piece house bathroom. The property is complemented by the modernday comfort of sealed unit double glazing and solid fuel heating with a back boiler to a main lounge fire and hotwater is provided by the Aga. The water is supplied via a bore hole and drainage is to septic tank. Situated to thefront of the property is a substantial area providing off road parking for several vehicles and single garage.

Eastry CottageEastry Cottage comprises an imposing Grade II listed period, 3 storey cottage property situated in the highly soughtafter village of Fence.The property dates back to circa 1640 and has a traditional dressed stone frontage with originalcarved stone mullion windows.

The property has undergone a significant and extensive refurbishment programme over the last two years and is nowpresented to the highest level including original stone mullion windows, stone fireplaces, feature exposed beamedceiling and roof trusses. Externally, to the rear of the property is an enclosed and private cobbled patio area.

On the first floor, the entire front section of the property has been stripped out to form one open area creating asubstantial family living room with mullion windows, stone feature fireplace and oak flooring. The second floorcurrently houses the three bedrooms which comprise two excellent double bedrooms with fitted bedroom furniture tothe master bedroom.

TowneleyAsking Price £395,000

Rose CottageA very charismatic detached residence constructed 300 years ago within its own grounds. Steeped in history,this period home is believed to be the original Priest House to Towneley Hall. The features are trulyoutstanding and most certainly depict a wonderful ambiance of a bygone era.

This stunning and yet robust family home has a wonderful reception, spacious family lounge with adjoiningden, quiet lounge with polished wooden flooring, inner hallway with stone flagged floor, beautiful kitchenenjoying a range of stunning units, further private dining room, six bedrooms with the main four being on thefirst floor and the master having its own en-suite shower room. There is a block paved driveway and courtyardarea to the front with mature, almost woodland style garden. Very useful outbuildings and detached garagewhich we believe has been previously used as stable blocks.

Mews CottageMews Cottage is an impressive detached former stable conversion situated on the Foulridge/Higherford border in arural position with open panoramic views of the surrounding countryside extending towards Blacko Tower andPendle Hill.

Converted and extended to the highest of standards, Mews Cottage provides three bedroom accommodation withall the modern day conveniences; luxurious Mills and Scott fully fitted kitchen with a wealth of integrated appliancesand quality Vernon Tutbury three piece house bathroom suite.

Recently extended with a garden room, this is a unique opportunity to purchase a tastefully appointed detachedconversion set within mature gardens that has many noteworthy features with exposed stone work, beamedceilings, inset spotlighting, two multi fuel stoves and fitted bedroom furniture to two of the bedrooms.

Red LaneAsking Price £345,000

This local business, which is run by husband and wife team, Martinand Rachel Isherwood, along with their team of skilled installers,help customers enjoy the luxury of a new kitchen, bathroom or

bedroom by providing an affordable and professional service.With Martin being a time served craftsman and having 10 yearsexperience fitting in the trade, they have recently unveiled animpressive showroom in the heart of Read. The move has enabledcustomers to browse around the well-presented range of kitchen,bedroom and bathroom displays.WE-FIT.COM provides an array of bespoke affordable kitchens. Thereare a variety of door finishes to choose from, set on pre-built rigidcarcases for superior quality. Customers can select from variousworktop choices, ranging from Silestone, Granite, Encore or Mistralsolid surfaces, Real Wood or Formica, to compliment your choice ofdoors and then select from clever storage solutions that can beincorporated into your cupboards and drawers to utilise the spacewithin. Filling a niche in the area, WE-FIT.COM provides a projectmanagement service to include joinery, plumbing, electrics, plasteringand tiling - all to a very high standard.

It also stocks integrated appliances, handles, taps, sinks, lighting, tilingand splash backs - providing the complete service from beginning toend so you don’t have to worry about a thing.Martin and Rachel strive to provide an excellent, personal andfirst-class service where the customers’ satisfaction is their top priority.Martin says the company is passionate about making customers’ dreamprojects a reality with as little hassle as possible.He explained: “Since starting our business we have built a reputationfor professional, efficient and personal service. With this in mind, rightfrom the moment you step inside the showroom, we want to help by

accommodating the customer’s budget, taste and ideas. For yourconvenience, we can also arrange a visit to your home to takemeasurements, providing technical advice and assisting in developingideas for your project. The customer can then return with an estimateand 3D-colour images to help visualise the chosen design.“Alternatively, we can design and supply direct to the customer,allowing their own tradesman to undertake and complete theinstallation of the project with our continued support throughout.”Martin added: “We can provide the complete package includingdesign work, building, plastering, electrical work, joinery, plumbingand tiling. We manage the project beginning to end, ensuring minimaldisruption.Every kitchen, bathroom and bedroom installed by us is personallydesigned, supplied and fitted ensuring that all your expectations aremet. It is our aim to treat your kitchen, bedroom or bathroom projectwith sympathy, professionalism and attention to detail.“Being our livelihood and personal reputation, we care about everycustomer we deal with.”Rachel, who was born and brought up in Read, added: “WE-FIT.COMhas earned a reputation through the years of working hard to meetour customer’s requirements. We just want to provide a professionalservice at the right price. We want our customers to be fully satisfiedand happy with the end result.”

Why not visit the showroom at 154 Whalley Road, Read,Lancashire, open Monday to Friday between 9-30 and 5 p.m;Saturday 9-30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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What better place to spend a sunnyafternoon than in your garden? This

precious outdoor space really is an extraroom to your home and we have checkedout the latest stylish touches to help youmake it your favourite!

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BarrowfordAsking Price £194,950

Maylands PlaceOccupying a pleasant and quiet cul-de-sac setting situated off Wheatley Lane Road, the property boasts aconvenient position being within comfortable walking distance of all local village amenities. A modern semi-detached property providing beautifully appointed and well balanced family living accommodation.The property has benefited from a substantial conservatory extension to the rear which is currently utilised as asecondary lounge by the present owner and enjoys a pleasant aspect over the rear garden. Externally, to the front of the property is a well tended garden area and private driveway providing access to theintegral single garage. To the rear is a superb secure enclosed garden area with paved pathways and patio,covered barbecue area, steps provide access to an additional garden area laid mainly to lawn with mature andestablished borders.

Grange AvenueThis four bedroom semi-detached property provides the ideal purchase for families looking for a substantialfamily home. The property has undergone a comprehensive extension and refurbishment programme by thecurrent owners to provide stunning contemporary living accommodation.

On entering the property by a central entrance hallway, the family lounge is situated off to the left hand sideand has a multi fuel stove. Double sliding doors access a secondary lounge area which is open to theextensive fully fitted Nolte dining kitchen. On the first floor the master bedroom has fitted wardrobes anden-suite shower room with Japanese shower bath.

To the rear is a private and secure garden area with lawn and decked areas with established borders. Aninternal inspection is imperative to fully appreciate the extensive family living accommodation and the propertyhas been realistically priced in the current market to attract immediate interest.

After the excitement of Wimbledon, many people findthemselves inspired to spend a sunny afternoon onthe tennis court.

However many enthusiasts are being put off their game by a commoncondition causing pain in the boney outer joint area of their elbow.The pain is experienced as a dull ache which gets sharper especially whenplaying a back hand or using wet, heavy balls, and if you are experiencingthese symptoms, it is likely that you are suffering with Tennis Elbow.

The condition is caused by a single exertion causing micro trauma to thetendon that attaches the muscle just above the elbow. Pain can be immediateor set in later around 24-72 hours after intensive, repetitious finger or wristmovements such as gripping. Typically the pain lasts anywhere between 3-12 weeks but can be a problemfor upto 6-12 months and longer if not treated and the aggravating factorsremoved.

The most effective way of treating Tennis Elbow is to rest or at least modifythe aggravating activities as much as possible. If you can’t avoid playing, thenalways try to warm up for at least 5-10minutes before starting and then applyice afterwards. Another option is to adapt your equipment, choosing either alighter racquet or choosing one with a larger handle so that you don’t have to‘over grip’ to hold the racquet firmly. Improving technique is another way ofminimising elbow pain, especially focussing on your playing posture so thatthe large muscle groups do all the hard work. The power for a cross courtforearm should come from the legs and trunk not the shoulder and arm.

Wearing a strap around the forearm just below the elbow may also help tooffload the muscle and reduce pressure on the injured area.If you do want to explore medical treatment, physiotherapy can help withmassage, ultrasound and laser speeding up healing and specific exercises tostretch and strengthen the appropriate muscles preventing reinjure.

There is some question as to whether Tennis Elbow is an inflammatorycondition or more a chronic degenerative condition and so anti inflammatorydrugs may help in the early stages but should always be followed by aregime of stretches and eccentric strengthening exercises. Other treatmentsavailable include steroidal injections, although their effectiveness is alsoquestioned and in many cases have been replaced with platelet rich plasmainjections if conservative treatments haven’t proven effective.

Of course there is always a note of caution... elbow pain may have anothersource, the neck, so if symptoms don’t improve get a physiotherapist tocheck out your cervical spine.If these symptoms sound similar, but you are experiencing pain on the insideof the elbow, you may well have Golfer’s Elbow, which again is generallyconsidered to be an overuse injury. Treatment and prevention is much thesame as for Tennis Elbow- just to the other side of the arm!

Jane E Connolly M.C.S.P& Associates

Whalley Physiotherapy & Sports Injury ClinicVictory House, The Sidings, Station Road, Whalley BB7 9SE

Don’t let Tennis Elbow put you off your game, here is just a snapshot ofthe tennis facilities in our area:

Private ClubsBurnley Tennis Club - (www.burnleytennisclub.co.uk) Established in 1930’s, the club has 6 all weather courts, 3 of which are floodlit.Coaching is available for both children and adults of all skill levels.

Craven Tennis ClubThis small private tennis club offers its own facilities on Bent Lane, Colne withtwo shale courts. Please contact Carol Pickles on 01282 866179 or OwenOliver on 01282 863139 for membership information.

Council Tennis FacilitiesThere is no membership required to play on council tennis courts, so don’tmiss out on these free facilities:

Towneley Park, Burnley Alkincoats Park, ColneHeyhead Park, BrierfieldMarsden Park, NelsonSough Park, Sough

Tennis Elbow

BurnleyAsking Price £295,000

Manor HouseAn extremely desirable period dwelling, delightfully positioned within the heart of Ightenhill, with lovely viewsover Pendle Hill and uninterrupted countryside to the rear. This wonderful bespoke residence oozes a greatdeal of charm and character and this will easily be recognised upon internal inspection.There are many fabulous original features including mullion windows, original beams to ceiling, that havebeen gracefully combined with modern day luxuries, and further features worthy of special mention includeexternal entrance porch, family lounge with wood burning stove recessed to large fire surround, farmhousestyle kitchen hosting an excellent range of fitted units, dining room with original display cornices, further familyroom or office if preferred, three piece bathroom suite and utility facility. To the first floor are three doublebedrooms, further four piece house bathroom and fourth bedroom via its own staircase. Externally, this ‘wonderful opportunity’ is set within its own grounds having mature gardens to the reartogether with stunning outlook.

Ightenhill Park LaneQuite unique in its appeal, we are pleased to be offering for sale this beautiful enigmatic five bedroom detacheddwelling, plus further sizeable one bedroom annex. Standing within its own grounds this property of real substanceexudes certain poise and charm that will easily be recognised upon an internal inspection.

This genuine family home enjoys spacious accommodation throughout. To the first floor is a spacious gallery stylelanding with four bedrooms plus study/fifth bedroom and five piece suite to the main bathroom. There is furtheradjoining spacious annex which in turn has lounge, kitchen, three piece shower room and double bedroom.

Externally, there is a spacious mature lawned garden to the front with gravelled driveway providing access to thedetached double garage. To the rear is a further mature garden area with adjoining off road parking facility also.

IghtenhillAsking Price £400,000

In each issue we like to take a step back in time and look at what makesour villages what they are today. Here, we focus on the little hiddenhamlet of Salterforth which dates back to the 13th century and where

the name ‘Salterforth’ is derived from ‘Salter’s Ford’. The reason? Thetown was originally a stop off point on the route between Cheshire andYorkshire, traced by the merchants transporting salt to the wool industry inBradford.

Nowadays, the village is a popular stop off point for narrow boatenthusiasts travelling along the Leeds and Liverpool canal, and it is inSalterforth, that the canal reaches its widest point.

The Anchor Inn, with boat moorings either side, is a popular landing pointfor those travelling along the canal, either by narrow boat, on two wheelsor by foot. The original inn was a regular stopping point for those on thesalt route to Yorkshire and stood long before the construction of the canal.In the 17th century when work began on the waterway, a tier was added tothe pub meaning the original building is now underground and the use oflime in the construction means that the lower building now homes aspectacular collection of stalagmites and stalactites, which the landlordoften gives conducted tours of.

A leisurely stroll up onto the top moors will be rewarded with arguablysome of the most spectacular views in England, best enjoyed over a tastydinner in the Fanny Grey pub! From this point, there are picture perfectviews of the Three Peaks and the sweeping Yorkshire Dales.

The village has a strong footing in history, Cromwell built his garrison inthe town during the 16th century, which has now been converted intocottages and markers of the industrial Victorian era also characterise thevillage in the form of weaver’s cottages. There are various historicallandmarks dotted around the village, including the mounting stone, a set ofstepping stones that would have been traditionally used for mounting andalighting horses and the village is also proud of its original ‘ginny’ well,which up until the early 19th century supplied spring water. A currentproject gathering speed, is one to create a ‘cultural’ trail around the village,

which will include blue plaques designed by the pupils of the local primaryschool to mark key points of interest.

Salterforth has a strong community spirit and the local village hall, whichwas recently nominated for Community Building of the Year, is the centralhub with a packed schedule of activity, including an annual gala, quiznights, bingo and Autumn and Christmas fairs. The hall offers somethingfor every parishioner with active societies such as Age Concern and theWomen’s Institute making use of it, as well as the youth club and mumsand toddlers groups holding their gatherings there. Needless to say the hallis also the perfect venue for the school’s annual nativity play!

Situated just 3.5 miles from Colne, served by a regular bus route, thevillage offers a retreat from town life whilst maintaining connections tomodern conveniences. With a range of historic properties, it is the perfectoption for a family looking for their ‘forever’ home, and boasts a sense ofcommunity ideal for family life.

Spotlight

on Salterforth

Amateur Netball Player, Natalie Haythornthwaite has a

sporting career that takes her across the globe. With a

tournament scheduled in Jamaica later this year and

having already played in Australia and New Zealand in

previous tournaments, Natalie loves nothing more than

to return to her home town of Salterforth. She took time

out of her busy schedule for a chat with YVL:

Tell us a bit about you:

Well I currently play for Leeds Carnegie and the England Under 21’steam but I’ve also played for the England Under 17’s and Under 19’steams too and I’m also studying for my A-levels in Maths, PE, Englishand Media Studies at Nelson and Colne College. I have a really busyschedule and my training takes me all over the country. I’m often incollege from 9-3.30 and then off training over in Leeds from 6-10 in theevening but I love what I’m doing and hope to reach the WorldChampionships and the Commonwealth Games too.

Do you find that you get lots of support from

people in your area?

One of the things I love about living in Salterforth is the sense ofcommunity that it has, it’s really close knit. The people in our localarea know all about my netballing career and are really supportive,they’re always asking how I’m getting on with training and wishing meluck when there’s a tournament coming up. My teachers are fantastictoo, offering extra help or time so that I can balance my netball withmy studies. It’s lovely to know that there are so many people backingme!

With such a busy schedule, is Salterforth a good

place to unwind?

I’m really lucky to live in such a beautiful place, it’s so peaceful! I lovewalking up to the Fanny Grey Inn up on the moors for a pub tea!There’s nothing better than to enjoy the views over the valley withsome good food, it’s a perfect treat!

What do you think of sports provision in the area?

I think the news of the football university planned for Burnley isfantastic, lots of people enjoy sports and play for teams at school butdon’t carry it on once they’ve left and I think the new university willhighlight the importance of sports, but there’s always more that can bedone to get people feeling confident and enthusiastic about gettinginvolved with sports.

NatalieHaythornthwaite

School Terrace, SalterforthAsking Price £169,950

Occupying a pleasant and some what unknown back section of Salterforththe property enjoys and enviable position abutting open fields to the rear.

The property provides substantial family living accommodation arranged overfour floors. Briefly comprising on the ground floor level entrance hall, loungeand an open plan dining

Kitchen reflecting today’s modern day requirements. The first floor providestwo double bedrooms with ensuite to the master, study and house bathroom.The second floor attic is currently split creating two further single bedrooms.The lower ground floor offers great flexibility currently utilised as a utility andgames room by the present owners.

Mill Cottages, SalterforthAsking Price £299,950

Reputably dating back to the 17th century the property was originally three weaverscottages which have been subsequently converted to form one substantial dwelling.

The property has been beautifully and sympathetically renovated by the currentowners to an exceptional standard incorporating many of the cottage’s originalfeatures including a superb Inglenook fireplace to the dining room. Three receptionrooms complete with a utility room. On the first floor there are five bedrooms withen-suite shower rooms to the master bedroom and the fourth bedroom togetherwith a three piece house bathroom suite. Externally, there is a lawned garden areato the front of the property with natural stone boundary walling complete with patioand pathways and to the rear and side of the property is a private driveway.

What could be more quintessentially Englishthan a good ole game of village cricket?History calls it “the gentleman’s game”

after all, can you imagine breaking for afternoontea in any other sport?

A basic form of cricket can actually be traced backas far as the 13th Century and today across ourvillages there is a wealth of opportunity for peopleto embrace the sport and keep the traditions aliveand who knows a budding bowler could follow inthe footsteps of Burnley and England’s very ownJimmy Anderson.

Cricket is available throughout the Burnley andPendle area at different levels, be it village cricketin the Craven and District League with the villageof Barrowford, Wheatley Lane/Fence (PendleForest), Thornton and Foulridge. Or for thosewanting to play with a professional in the side, thearea offers Lancashire League Cricket withBurnley, Colne, Lowerhouse and Nelson.

These clubs have seen their fair share of bignames play for them over the years, Kapil Dev(India), Steve Waugh (Australia) and Roger Harper(West Indies).

There is also the opportunity to play in theRibblesdale League with the village sides of Read,Earby, Barnoldswick or Burnley Belvedere. Sowhether you are looking to take on the challengeof a new sport, join a club or simply enjoy watchingfrom the boundaries on Saturday or Sundayafternoon, why not contact your local club and getinvolved.

A LEGEND IS HONOUREDPendle’s greatest ever sports legend, cricketerLearie Constantine has been honoured by thecouncil’s decision to place a blue plaque on theformer Nelson player’s home in Meredith Streetand this was even covered by the BBC’s primetimehit, The One Show. BBC history reporter, RuthGoodman looked back at his career and evenfilmed at the club’s Seedhill Ground. ‘Connie’ ashe became known was in Nelson from 1928 to1939 and although he only got £25 a week whenhe was a player was actually one of the highestpaid sportsman in Britain!

CRICKET CAPERS!

BlackoOffers Around £165,000

Gisburn RoadThe property comprises of a traditional cottage property situated in this highly sought after village of Blacko. Itprovides larger than average accommodation which presently comprises on the ground floor of substantialopen plan lounge and dining area together with an extended fully fitted kitchen in pine. On the first floor thereare presently two double bedrooms and the master bedroom could comfortably be divided to create twoindependent bedrooms therefore creating a three bedroomed property.

Externally the property boasts breathtaking views to the front over the adjacent countryside with Pendle Hilldominating the background. To the rear of the property is a stone paved enclosed garden area which abutsopen fields.

Red LaneAsking Price £650,000

The BullionThe Bullion occupies a breathtaking idyllic location in a quiet and tranquil setting boasting panoramic andunobstructed views of Lake Burwain and the surrounding countryside with long distance views extending towardsthe Yorkshire Hills. The property presently provides four bedroomed accommodation with en-suite shower room tothe master bedroom, a spacious sitting room, breakfast kitchen, formal dining room, and a fabulous conservatoryextension the side of the property taking full advantage of the breathtaking views. In addition to the main house thereis an additional stone faced and rendered barn which offers excellent potential to be converted into a true bungalow,subject to the necessary planning consents being obtained. Additionally there is a detached garage with store and aformer stable block. The Bullion is set within approximately four acres of land together with lawned gardens andample private parking and is an ideal purchase for those with an equestrian background.

Old Chapel Cottage, GisburnOffers Over £149,950

Occupying a prominent position situated in the centre of the village ofGisburn, this period stone built terraced cottage property provides twobedroom accommodation complete with attractive lounge and feature Adamstyle fireplace housing a log burning stove, and extended fully fitted diningkitchen area to the rear.

The house bathroom suite is also situated on the ground floor and houses athree piece suite. The property boasts a garden area to the rear together witha single garage.

Halifax Road, BriercliffeAsking Price £104,950

A wonderful bespoke mid terrace cottage property positioned right on theedge of the countryside upon this desirable row where properties rarelybecome available for sale, enjoying a truly enigmatic location.

There is a good degree of cosmetic attention and updating required, but inessence this is a good opportunity for the first time buyer, downsizer oranyone looking for an excellent investment opportunity. To the first floor aretwo good sized bedrooms with third bedroom/study which currentlyprovides access into the three piece bathroom.

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One aspect of purchasing a property which can often be overlooked ifthe property is being purchased in your joint names is how theproperty is to be held.

Co-owners can own a property in one of two ways:• As joint tenants. • As tenants in common.

It is important to specify how you want to own the property when youare buying it, to avoid any uncertainty in the future.

Joint tenantsIf you own a property as a joint tenant, you will own the whole of theproperty together. You will not have a quantifiable share in theproperty and you will not be able to leave a share of the property inyour will. It will be presumed that you own the property equally,regardless of the respective contributions to the purchase price.The right of survivorship means that if one of your co-owners dies,their share in the property will automatically pass to the remainingco-owners without any further action being required. The survivingco-owner(s) would then own all of the property.

Tenants in commonAs tenants in common, owners will have a distinct share in theproperty. The shares can be equal, or otherwise and it is advisable tostate the proportions in which the property is owned. You may wish toown the property in this way if one party has made a largercontribution to the purchase price of the property, if you have a familyfrom an earlier marriage and want to leave your share in the propertyto them, instead of passing it to your fellow co-owner or if you arebusiness partners.

Declaration of trustIf you own the property as tenants in common it may also be wise tohave a supporting declaration of trust. This is the document whichformally records how you and your co-owner(s) own the property astenants in common and sets out your respective shares in theproperty.

WillsIf you do own a property with a co owner as tenants in common andalso make a Will to ensure that your share passes in accordance withyour wishes.

Mortgaged PropertyPlease note that if you have a mortgage, regardless of whether theproperty is owned as joint tenants or tenants in common, both ownerswill be individually responsible for payment of the mortgage.

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BarrowfordAsking Price £495,000

Barleydale RoadArchitecturally designed individual property providing a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial detached dwellingoccupying what can only be described as a fabulous position in a lakeside setting with panoramic views over thesurrounding countryside. The accommodation itself is split level and provides flexible and versatile family living.

Presently the accommodation comprises on the ground floor, impressive entrance hallway, cloakroom, study and fourbedrooms, one of which has full pitched height ceiling with glazed elevation. The house bathroom is luxuriously fitted.The kitchen is fully fitted in white. The property has benefited from a substantial conservatory extension to the rear totake full advantage of the lakeside position and aspect over the gardens and abutting fields.

On the first floor there is a fabulous family lounge with glazing to three elevations taking full advantage of the aspectsover the garden, lake and abutting fields.

OberlandWe are delighted to offer for sale this stunning mature semi-detached property occupying a fabulous positionabutting open fields with views extending over Barrowford Locks and the surrounding countryside.

The property is conveniently situated being within comfortable walking distance of local village amenities, busroutes, Primary Schools and the M65 motorway is within 5 minutes driving distance providing excellentcommuting to Blackburn, Preston and Manchester. Being situated on the fringe of open countryside, theproperty provides a number of local picturesque and popular walkways.

The property has been extensively renovated by the current owners to an exceptional standard and boasts astunning ground floor extension to the rear by folding French doors overlooking the decking and garden area.

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invited to come along and experience Oakhill Collegefor yourselves.

First of all we invite you for a personal tour of theschool and then your child comes into school for twoor more taster days so they can get a real picture ofwhat it would be like to come to Oakhill College.Taster days help us consider how best we might worktogether and what areas of strength or developmentthe children may have in learning. From there we arethen able to create a tailored plan to ensure apurposeful start to your child’s school life.

As a parent you will see how your child settles andhow much they enjoy their lessons and their leisureactivities at Oakhill College. On the children’s part, itseems to be a more emotional evaluation. Does it justfeel right and is it a place they could imaginethemselves coming to each day? The majority of timethe answer is very straightforward and that is ‘Can westart tomorrow?’

To find out about the opportunities at Oakhill, pleasecontact the Registrar, Maria Bland, on 01254 823546or by email at [email protected]

Oakhill CollegeWiswell LaneWhalley ClitheroeLancashire BB7 9AF

Oakhill College is truly a special place oflearning. A Roman Catholic Co-educationalSchool serving boys and girls aged 2-16, it

offers tremendous advantages to young pupils fromNursery through Preparatory School to Senior School.

Our approach is different because:

• We challenge pupils to contribute in a wide range of activities that develop personal skills and character beyond the purely academic.

• Small class sizes mean our staff get to know pupils really well and quickly learn how to motivate them to realise their potential.

• We are a faith school with a strong Christian ethos reinforcing the values of care and consideration for others and oneself.

Educating the individual and personal confidenceAt Oakhill College, every child is valued and acceptedfor what they can do. With only one class in each yeargroup, the teachers quickly realise when a child isworking well and can reward each child for theirachievement. Children are noticed and encouraged ona personal basis to achieve their potential.

And in our experience, encouraging pupils to engagein extra-curricular activities and helping them realisehow to organise their learning schedule, boostspersonal confidence and assists with the rigours ofpublic examinations.

Taster days – where every day is an open dayBut to really understand the warm, friendly, familyatmosphere of our school, you and your children are

A parent’s view; wanting the best

“Deciding on a secondary school for Millie wasalways going to be a huge issue. We didn’t wanther to part of a large intake to a large secondaryschool, so we looked at the alternatives whilstshe was in Year Five.

We visited most of the local independent schoolsand Oakhill was the last school we saw. As soonas we walked out of the building, my husband,Millie and I knew that we had found the perfectschool.It was evident that here they focused on gettingthe best from every individual, not just inacademic achievement but also in all of theirdevelopment. But most of all, the real love andpassion that the existing pupils and teachersclearly had for the school, won us overimmediately.

Millie moved to Oakhill in September 2010,which guaranteed her a place in Year Seven, andit is the best decision we could have made. By theend of day two she was settled, had made friendsand was already ‘part of the family’.

Lorraine Higham

Adding values to education

Annarly Fold, WorsthorneAsking Price £199,950

A rare opportunity to purchase an extended cottage property situated in aquiet position within the development of Annarly Fold, in the heart of thepopular residential village of Worsthorne.

Extended by the current owners, this property offers spacious threebedroomed family living accommodaton over two floors and brieflycomprises on the ground floor, entrance vestibule, lounge, dining room,breakfast kitchen and utility room. The first floor comprises of threebedrooms, bathroom and en-suite.

The property benefits from gas fired central heating, sealed unit doubleglazing, modern fitted breakfast kitchen and in our opinion requires aninternal inspection for its size and quality to be fully appreciated.

Slade Lane, BurnleyOffers Around £195,000

Situated on the outer ring of Stone Edge Road backing onto the top ofMiddleton Drive, this detached true bungalow occupies an attractive positionand enjoys a private lawned garden to the rear with views extending towardsPendle Hill and Boulsworth Hill.

The property has been extended to the rear by a delightful conservatoryenjoying a pleasant aspect over the rear garden. There are two wellproportioned double bedrooms.There is a separate kitchen together with adining room.

To the rear is a private garden laid mainly to lawn with established bordersand a decked patio area.

A truly enigmatic semi-detached residence boasting an outstandingpositioning within this genuinely much sought after ‘Huntroyde Estate’.

Enjoying a lovely aspect across onto neighbouring fields and having tiled firesurrounds to both the front and rear reception areas. Spacious dining kitchenenjoying a good selection of built in cupboards and leading through into therear sun porch which again looks over the garden area. To the first floor arethree decent sized bedrooms, again with the main bedroom overlooking thewonderful outlook, and three piece coloured suite to the bathroom.

There are mature well stocked gardens to both the front and rear anddriveway to the side providing access to the detached single garage, which inturn has workshop area also.

Stone Edge Road, HigherfordAsking Price £245,000

The Square, WorsthorneAsking Price £239,950

A genuinely charismatic family style home, that is positioned within this enviablelocation. The property has evidently been refurbished to a superior standardindeed and boasts easily recognised quality throughout.

Exuding such a beautiful and certainly individual character the key featuresworthy of special mention include spacious family lounge with period style firesurround, superb family kitchen. To the first floor are three good sized bedroomswith spacious three piece en-suite to the master bedroom.

Outside and to the front is wrought iron gated access with cobbled parking areaand good sized lawn with mature shrubbery around and private key block patioarea to the rear.

I currently have my property on the market in Fence buthave to admit to losing interest in the garden as we planto move and it is now long overdue a makeover. Is thisworth spending our time and most importantly money onwhen we don’t plan to be here in the future?

A) Having a good-looking garden doesn’t increase theproperty value significantly, but it makes it much easier to sellyour home because people can actually visualise themselvesenjoying the garden. Landscaped or simply well maintainedgardens give the property curb appeal and without doubt,increase the saleability of your home.

By taking some simple steps, it needn’t be a costly exercisebut our advice is that by spending that little extra time andmoney, it will pay dividends when it comes to clinching thedeal.

Tips for Presenting Your Garden• Keep your garden and patio clean of leaves and debris.

Keep flower beds weeded, lawns mown and hedges clipped.

• Make sure any gates work properly and are freshly painted or treated. If you can, do the same for your fences and replace any missing panels.

• Clear out any garages, sheds and greenhouses.

• Put away any bins, children’s toys and bicycles.

• Clean patios, terraces, decking, steps and garden furniture, even in the winter. A quick power wash can make all the difference and these can be hired to keep costs to a minimum.

• If you are considering buying new garden furniture, avoid white plastic. Small spaces look useable with a table and chairs.

• Water features could enhance your home, however, large water features may be a danger to small children or pets.

• Gardens need colour, whatever the season. Plant pots with hardy evergreens in the winter and flowers in the spring.

• Display one or two large feature plants in containers on patios and terraces. They make a great impression at the front door too.

• Keep the view of your garden from inside your home clear. This allows potential buyers to see the garden without venturing outside in a cold, wet environment. It also elongates your view so it makes the home itself feel bigger.

Go Green when selling your home!

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This is an exceptional opportunity to purchase an individually designed stonebuilt detached home offering flexible living accommodation and boasts thebenefit of a self contained ground floor annexe. Situated in an extremelyconvenient location within minutes of Worsthorne village centre and the opencountryside beyond.The accommodation comprises, entrance hall, dining room, sitting room,kitchen, utility and master bedroom with en-suite shower room. On the firstfloor are three further bedrooms. “Kitchen Haus” bespoke kitchen, two en-suite bedrooms, fitted wardrobes toone of the bedrooms, all of which are of a high quality and complement thisindividual home.

Mia CasaAsking Price £325,000

The Hayfields, SalterforthAsking Price £189,950

The property comprises a modern three bedroomed semi-detachedproperty that has benefited from a substantial extension to the ground floorcreating a superb kitchen extension which is open to the conservatory anddining room reflecting today’s modern day trends and family requirements.

Additionally, on the ground floor is a well proportioned lounge together withhallway and downstairs cloakroom. On the first floor the master bedroom isextensively fitted with handcrafted bedroom furniture. Bedroom two andthree also benefit from fitted furniture. The bathroom houses a luxuriousthree piece suite with Bio Jet Spa bath.

Externally, there are low maintenance garden areas to the front and rear ofthe property together with a private driveway.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY & THE PROPERTY MARKETWhether you are buying a new home, a property to develop or rentingout a property, electrical safety should be towards the top of your listof priorities but is often overlooked.

The statistics below have been published by the electrical safety counciland show how important it is to ensure that the electrical installation in thehome is in good working order and meets the requirements of the current17th Edition of the IEE wiring regulations:

• Around 30 deaths per annum by electrocution• Estimated 2.5million people receive electric shocks per annum• Around 8,000 fires caused by faulty electrical installations per annum

RESIDENTIAL OWNERFor the Residential Owner, there are no legal obligations to have anyelectrical testing undertaken on a property that you are buying or sellingbut it is advisable to carry out a Periodic Test & Inspection on a propertywhen you first purchase it and then every 10 years. This will provide peaceof mind for your family. It is then advisable to carry out regular visualinspections during the 10 year period.

LANDLORD OWNERWhen you are letting out a property, although there are no specific legalrequirements to conduct inspections and testing, there are several statutoryregulations that stipulate that all electrical installations and equipmentprovided by a Landlord are safe. To show that you have taken allreasonable steps to adhere to the regulations, Landlords are advised toimplement a schedule of inspections and tests as shown below:

• Annual Visual Inspections• Periodic Inspection & Testing

- At each new tenancy- Every 5 years

• Portable Equipment Testing (PAT - At each new tenancy- Every 12 months

• Ensure that records of all tests are kept.

VISUAL INSPECTION REPORTSThis report can only advise on the fixed electrics that can physically beseen within the property. For example, the condition of the sockets andswitch outlets, correct bonding and earthing, the presence of RCDprotection, signs of any scorched cables and adequate fuse ratings.Although it can never confirm complete electrical safety like a PeriodicInspection Report does, a Free Visual Inspection is ideal to keep your eyeon the installation until the next Periodic Inspection is due.

PERIODIC INSPECTION AND TESTThis is a comprehensive set of visual inspections and circuit tests thatcombine to show exactly how safe the installation is. The current state ofthe cables buried under floors and inside walls can be measured. In factthe series of tests conducted will pick up any deviations anywhere withinyour electrical installation from the current regulations. It is more invasivethan a visual check and takes considerably more time to conduct. Some ofthe tests also mean that the electric supply will have to be disconnected fora short period. The customer will be provided with a comprehensive report showing theresults of all the inspections and tests and also guidance notes for anyproblems found.

PORTABLE EQUIPMENT (PAT) TESTINGThis type of testing is required by Landlords to ensure that any electricalequipment they supply to the tenant such as appliances, televisions orlamps are in a safe condition. The electrician will check the appliancevisually, ensuring that there are no physical defaults, then a special PATtester is used to ensure that the various electrical safety properties of theappliance meet the required guidelines. Each appliance tested is labelledby the electrician and a comprehensive report is provided with the resultsof the various tests.

Mr Electric can help anyone in the property market with their electricalsafety requirements. We provide a Free Visual Inspection Service andour more comprehensive testing services are reasonably priced.

T. 01282 703030www.mr-electric124.co.uk

Jamie, now 41, started his career in June 1991 where he took to the stage at theLiverpool Playhouse with a role in Oklahoma the musical but now is more famous foracting roles in blockbuster hits like The Road to Guantanamo and small screenfavourites including Doctors, Holby City and Sunburn.

YVL caught up with Jamie from his home in Muswell Hill, London which he shares with hisactress girlfriend, Mary McCoy.

YVL: You talk with such passion about Pendle, do you still have family here?

JB: I do have such vivid and wonderful memories of growing up in Reedley and Brierfield. My parents emigrated to Australia for a short time only returning as they knew they wanted me to grow up and go to school in Lancashire and I am really pleased they did. In fact, my grandparents still live opposite the Burnley hospital I was born in and although they are separated now, both of my parents live in the area too – Sabden and Rawtenstallso I am still a frequent visitor to the area.

YVL: What do you recall as a child?

JB: One of my fondest memories is taking regular walks up Pendle Hill and I still love doing that today. I love the village feel and was a regular at ‘Jimmy’s’ cricket club but unfortunately that is no longer here today which is a shame as it was a real working man’sclub. At school, I met another actor from the area who has gone on to do some amazing things, John Simm, and we got up to some mischief together! We would always go in to Burnley on Christmas Eve and were regulars at Smacks and The Angels after a pub crawl. Times have changed though and now, I am much happier to stay localwith family and friends enjoying a nice meal or day out. I do like the Fence Gate Inn and finding new places to try each visit.

YVL: As an actor you obviously made the move to London, how does it differ from Village life?

JB: London is an amazing place but obviously a complete contrast to the life I know in Pendle. It does sound like a cliché but it is true that Lancashire people are the friendliest you will ever meet. Everyone is very personable and has time to chat whereas London has a faster pace to life. I do look forward to the drive back home, it is very calming and I hope to be able to spend some more time there very soon.

Jamie BullerFROM LOCAL LAD TO LEADING ACTOR!

BornBurnley General Hospital

SchoolingSt Pauls C of E, Nelson

Edge End Secondary School, Nelson

Blackpool College

Starring roles

The Road to Guantanamo

DoctorsHolby CitySunburn.

For most homeowners relocating it isa stressful enough experience butthrow a few vintage bikes into the

mix and you have an even biggerchallenge on your hands!

For one couple, this is exactly what they didwhen they found their dream home inFoulridge, complete with ample bike storageand mechanical workshop. Withconstruction work well underway on theirdream home, John and Val Greenwood tooktime out to chat to Your Village Life and ofcourse, showcase some of their stunningcollection of vintage motorbikes.

From Fence toFoulridge... with vintage bikes in tow!

YVL: Bikes are obviously a realpassion of yours, when did it all start?

John: “I have been riding bikes for as longas I can remember but have only beencollecting them for about 40 years. It hasturned into a hobby really but unfortunately Idon’t race them like I used too! It isn’t just acase of buying one I like the look of, it is apassion to actually rebuild and renovatethem, in fact, I remember one looking like ithad been dragged from a canal and it hadn’trun since 1959! It only had 6000 miles onthe clock and look at it now.”

YVL: Is Val a bike widow or isthis a joint hobby?

John: “I wouldn’t say it was ahobby of hers but she is just asenthusiastic to see them whenthey are completed andgleaming on the lawn! Vintagemotorbikes are a family hobbyand although I stopped racingin 2002, our son is still a keen

racer and it is great to seehim carry on with such

enthusiasm.”

YVL: Finding the right home for thebikes was just as important as findingthe right home for you. What madeyou choose Foulridge?

Val: “We have lived in Fence for 26 years butthe time was right to find the retirementhome we dreamed of. Our son actuallyspotted it on the website, we had a viewingthanks to Petty’s the day after and put anoffer in on Monday! The farm was built in1640 and it just oozes original features whichwe love. The area is a bonus, we love Pendleand there are stunning walks and bike routeshere too, from the Dales and Settle to RibbleHead, Devil’s Bridge and Skipton Old Road.”

YVL: Was the move an easy one?

Val: “We actually needed a bit of ‘HouseDoctor’ style advice to sell our old home inFence as we had literally outgrown it andlived in it to the full, taking our eye off the ballwhen it came to selling and de-cluttering.The team from Petty’s were superb actuallygiving us advice which we took on board andwe are pleased to say that we sold veryquickly and both transactions went extremelysmoothly. We bought the farm knowing thatthere was a lot of work we wanted to do butthis, like bikes is a project of passion and weare really excited.”

ColneAsking Price £248,950

Miry LaneMiry Lane Farm is a substantial and individual semi-detached stone built farmhouse offering superb recentlyrefurbished four bedroomed family living accommodation. The property will appeal to a purchaser with an equestrianbackground and offers excellent equestrian facilities.

With a fully fitted contemporary kitchen with stainless steel twin oven and ceramic hood, integrated dishwasher andfree standing American fridge freezer together with superb large family bathroom with double ended Jacuzzi bath,walk in shower and twin vanity units, this property is an absolute must for an internal inspection. The property hasbeen refurbished to the highest of standards with a mixture of solid oak and glazed stone flag flooring, feature beamwork to ground floor accommodation, wood burning stoves to the dining kitchen and lounge together with an openfire in the dining room. The accommodation is arranged over two floors and briefly comprises on the ground floor,living room, dining room, breakfast kitchen, tack room, utility room and cloaks. At first floor level is the master bedroomwith en-suite shower room, three further bedrooms and substantial family bathroom.

AccringtonAsking Price £649,950

Higher Ball Grove HouseAn extremely attractive cottage property boasting charm and charisma throughout.

Being nicely tucked away within this stunning rural setting, this truly outstanding three bedroom family stylehome will most certainly appeal to a wide range of purchaser and in particular those who are keenly seeking tomove to a more tranquil location.

This elegant dwelling briefly comprises, sealed unit double glazing, gas fired central heating, reception hallway,spacious sitting room with ornate Victorian style fire surround , good sized farmhouse style dining kitchen havingpine fronted cupboards and inbuilt appliances. To the first floor are three good sized bedrooms with the masterbedroom to rear and spacious three piece house bathroom. Externally, there is a walled forecourt to the fronttogether with adjacent off road parking facility, and garden with views to the rear.

Burnley branch manager, Dave Hornby who opened his branch onNetwork 65 Business Park last October, talks about delivering a firstclass customer service in the most straight-forward way possible. Are you dissatisfied with your bank? Do you feel overlooked andundervalued? Why not move to a bank which still focuses on customersand local branches?Remember when banking was personal, friendly and hassle-free? Whenjust a single phone call to your bank manager at the local branch gotthings sorted?Refreshingly, that kind of non-bureaucratic customer service does stillexist - at a bank which you may not have heard of – Handelsbanken.

Experience the differenceWhether you are a personal or a corporate customer, our aim is to helpyou identify your goals and develop strategies to achieve them.When you bank with us you can expect a tailor made, traditional yetmodern banking service. Your account is managed on your behalf byyour local branch and you benefit from extremely short decision lines.You will find us in over 100 branches across Great Britain and in 22countries worldwide.Our success is based on offering a high quality service to both corporateand individual customers, coupled with a flexible and innovativeapproach.We start from a blank canvas and build a bespoke solution, with all keydecisions made locally by the branch.

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handelsbanken.co.uk/burnley Tel. 01282 451020Covering Burnley, Pendle and theRossendale Valley.

Your local branchAt Handelsbanken, the Branch is the Bank. If you pick up the telephoneyou can get through to your manager here at the branch – we don!trequire you to use a call centre. And in dealing with customers, my staffhave total autonomy - they are empowered to make the key decisionswhich help build lasting relationships. It!s hardly surprising Handelsbanken has grown to become so successfuland highly rated – it!s a world apart from the high street banks. Perhapsit!s time to ask yourself a simple question. When was the last time yourbank exceeded your expectations?

Looking for a mortgage?All homes are different. The same applies to the need for home financing.Therefore we offer individual and flexible solutions for all your mortgageneeds and requirements.We will find the best financial solution to suit your needs whether buyinga new home or re-mortgaging. Talk to Jason Allan on 01282 451073 andsee what he can offer.

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up any repayments on your mortgage.

Pendle Cycle FestPendle Guided Rides 2011These rides are organised and led by the localcycling clubs, taking newcomers, families andenthusiasts alike on easy-paced rides around thearea. They utilise traffic-free and quiet lanes,avoiding hills and including cafe stops. They arefree to join in, all you need is a bike! Theprogramme is currently running until September

• Every Tuesday 10.00am - 12.00noonA ride suitable for beginners, through Victoria Park, Nelson. Learn bike handling skills and build your confidence in a traffic free environment. Distance 5 - 7 miles.

• Every Wednesday 1.30pm - 3.00pmA ride along the Leeds Liverpool Canal & quiet lanes. There will be a refreshment stop half way. Distance up to 10 miles.

For more info on any of the above please contactPennine Events on 01772 447979 or [email protected]

Towneley LiveSunday 13th AugustTowneley Live is the biggest new pop music festivalin the North West. Taking place in Burnley, TowneleyLive will bring some of the biggest names in popmusic to the beautiful surroundings of TowneleyPark. Headliners include McFly, NDubz, theSaturdays, and Scouting for Girls.

Tickets £46.50 – adults £27.50 – children (3-13)For more information and to book tickets, pleasevisit www.towneleylive.co.uk or call Lancashiretickets on 01772 893000.

Barnoldswick Beach Saturday 6th - Tuesday 23rd August Three weeks of seaside fun in the heart of Pendle.Barnoldswick’s town square will be transformed intoan inland beach for the second year runningfollowing last year’s hugely popular inaugural event.Lots of traditional sea-side activities includingdonkey rides and surfing! This fantastic free familyevent will operate from 10am to 4pm on most daysduring the second and third week in August. Therewill be a beach party, ‘hands on’ children’sworkshops, a treasure hunt and more!

For further information call 01282 666777 oremail [email protected]

Centre Screen Cinema Summer SeasonA fortnight of free cinema screenings at theRainhall Centre, Rainhall Road, Barnoldswick.15th August - 18th SeptemberFor further information, call 01281 818250 or [email protected]

Barrowford Show Sunday 28th August 2011This year’s show will take place over four sitesincluding the Park, Bull Holme, Bull Holme CricketPitch and Swindon Playing Fields and has a packedprogramme including:

• Pendle's Got Talent hosted by Barrowford Show• Horticulture • Show Jumping • A Fantastic Stunt Show• Live Fire Displays• Barrowford Baby Face Competition

Ticket prices Adult - £4.00 (£5.00 on the day)Oap, children and students - £2.50 (£3.50 on theday) Kids 5 and under - Free. Family ticket 2 adults and 2 children - £10.00(£12.00 – on the day)

Please visit www.barrowford-show.co.uk formore information. Tickets are also available fromvarious outlets on Gisburn Road, Barrowfordand at The Barber Shop, Blacko.

Landscape AllusionsFri 26th August 2011 – Mon 29th August 2011Donald Holden will be exhibiting his landscapepaintings at the gallery@arteology. The exhibitionexplores the artist’s most recent work which focuseson the northern landscape.

Showing Times (Until 27th August)Monday - Friday 10am - 5pmSaturday 10am - 4pm

Arteology, West End Buildings, 113 Albert Road, ColneLancashireBB8 0BTTel: 01282 861011

The Lead Mining Museum Open Day School Lane, EarbySituated in the Old Grammar School, a Grade IIlisted building on School Lane. The exhibit will becelebrating its 40th anniversary this year and isopen on Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday. Themuseum also has an excellent tearoom. Tickets: Adults - £2.50 Concessions- £2.00Family tickets - £6.00

Call 01282 841 422 or visityorkshiredalesminingmuseum.com for more information.

The Youth Hostel Open Day Sunday 11th September 11am-4pm A chance to explore this listed building and itsmagical surroundings adjacent to the ‘waterfalls’ onBirch Lane. The day will also feature an exhibitionon Catherine Bruce Glazier, to whom the building isa memorial.

A Festival of Flowers - FoulridgeSaturday 27th - Monday 29th August St Michael and All Angels ChurchA Festival of Flowers celebrating Village Life in 2011.The Church will be open between 11.00am and6.00pm daily excluding Sunday 1.30pm to 2.30pmfor a wedding.

There will be posy making in the Churchyardbetween 11.00am and 3.00pm on Saturday andSunday. Refreshments will be available in St.Michael's Room during the festival.

Rushbearing Festival Newchurch in PendleSaturday 13th and Sunday 14th AugustThis annual festival celebrates the medieval practiseof changing the rushes on the church floor, whereold ones were replaced with new rushes and flowerpetals. The festival will begin at 2.30pm with aprocession lead from the school through the villageto the church. We invite people to come and join usfor the procession, church service, brass bandperformance and tea. This year the RushbearingQueen will be crowned by the Reverend PriestlyBrook.

Blacko Show and Family Day4th September (1pm-4pm) on the RecreationGround on Beverley Road.Villagers, friends and visitors will enjoy a traditional,rural horticultural show. There will be a host of stalls,attractions, a variety of food available as well as funraces rounded off by the ever-popular Tower Race.

Trawden Show Sunday 14th August from 10amTrawden Recreation GroundThe show is organised by Trawden and DistrictAgricultural Society and offers a fabulous dayfor all the family. The show is held on a 20 acre siteon and around the village recreation ground withsuperb views across the surrounding countrysideincluding Pendle Hill. Exhibits include sheep, cattle,rare breeds, goats and working sheepdogs. Thelarge marquees house smaller exhibits such aspoultry, horticulture and typical rural crafts. Theheavy horses (shires) are always popular and thehorse show (including working hunters, Shetlandsand show-jumping) is held on an adjacent field.There is also a very well-attended dog show & adry-stone walling competition.

Tickets: Adults - £6.00Children - £3.00

Higham ScarecrowExhibition 12am - 5am on Saturday,Sunday and Monday ofAugust Bank HolidayWeekendAn exhibition ofscarecrows in variouslocations around thevillage, visitors canpurchase a children’strail and a booklet witha guide to differentscarecrows. There willbe cakes andrefreshments on saleand a raffle in theVillage Hall.

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