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WINTER 2009 ISSUE 21 ROCHDALE CELEBRITIES SHOPPING DINING FASHION HEALTH BEAUTY THE ARTS LOCAL HISTORY GARDENING MOTORING KIDS WHAT’S ON COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING COMPETITIONS AND MUCH MORE… Your guide to stylish Christmas shopping ROCHDALE'S MUSIC SCENE SHOP LOCAL DISCOUNT VOUCHERS INSIDE DINEIN STYLE XMAS GOOD FOOD GUIDE WATERLOO ROAD NEWCOMER Shannon Flynn talks to Style ROCHDALE’S FREE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE DELIVERED DIRECT TO YOUR DOOR!

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BEAUTY

THE ARTS

LOCAL HISTORY

GARDENING

MOTORING

KIDS

WHAT’S ON

COMMUNITY

FUNDRAISING

COMPETITIONS

AND MUCH MORE…

Your guide to stylish Christmas shopping

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XMAS GOOD

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WATERLOO ROAD NEWCOMER

Shannon Flynn talks to Style

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EDITORColin [email protected]

FEATURES EDITOR& PHOTOGRAPHERRuth [email protected]

DESIGNCaroline Dowsewww.ten94design.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE IN STYLE CALL01706 710 810OR email: [email protected]

COPY DEADLINE FORNEXT PUBLICATION IS 1ST MARCH 2010

2 FUNDRAISING IN STYLE

rochdale’s star-studded charity events

4 WATERLOO ROAD EXCLUSIVE

shannon Flynn talks to style

8 CELEBRATING MUSICAL TALENT

The Back Door Music Project

11 20 YEARS AT NUMBER ONE

Lisa stansfield on rochdale’s music scene

14 RIGHT ON YOUR DOORSTEP

shopping in Heywood

16 STEP BACK IN TIME

Heywood’s wartime weekend

21 BORN & BRED

Local actress sue Devaney

22 OUR DAY OUT

a Brief encounter

24 ON STAGE

Whitworth goes Back to the 80’s

30 FESTIVE FUN

Christmas shopping guide

38 MORNING CAMPERS!

actress Nikki Kelly talks to style

40 BEATING THE WINTER BLUES

Beauty treatments to make you smile

42 GOOD FOOD GUIDE

Dine out in style this Christmas

48 KIDS PAGE

Puzzles, competitions and more!

51 YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT

Win a six-week slimming course

52 WINTER GARDENING

Tim Baylis gives his seasonal tips

54 FUTURE CLASSICS

Motoring tips from Mark D’apice

56 HOSPICE NEWS

recent events at springhill Hospice

59 WHATS COOKING

andrew Nutter’s favourite recipe

60 COMPETITIONS

Fantastic prizes up for grabs

62 COMMUNITY

Catching up with life in rochdale

64 WHAT’S ON

Don’t miss out on whats happening!

COver PHOTOgraPH: rOCHDaLe aCTress sHaNNON FLyNN,WHO PLays eMILy JaMes IN BBC serIes WaTerLOO rOaD –IMage COurTesy OF THe BBC aND sHeD PrODuCTIONs.

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WELCOME TO THE WINTERISSUE OF STYLE

Dear reaDers

Our winter edition is packed with ideas of

where to shop, dine and relax this

christmas. It has been a tough trading year

for local businesses, but with the festive

season approaching there has never been

a better time to spend your money in the

town, and don’t forget parking on council

carparks is Free after 3pm.

at style we have always supported the idea

of shopping locally, so during the build up to

Christmas we urge you to pay our local

independent retailers a visit.

as we enter our sixth year the style team

would like to wish you all a very Merry

Christmas and a prosperous new year.

Colin Meredith

editor

All rights reserved. The contents of this magazine are protected

and may not be reproduced without written permission. The

editor does not accept liability for statements made or opinions

expressed in this magazine. While every care is taken to make

sure information is correct, details are subject to change and the

editor takes no responsibility for omissions or errors.

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A special Mirror Thriller evening, raising

money for Breast Cancer Treatment, was

held at Rochdale’s award winning

Nutters restaurant in October. The event,

hosted by Marabella Boutique, in

Norden, included a cocktail reception, a

three-course dinner, live music, dancers

and a fashion show previewing

Marabella’s autumn and winter

collection, plus lingerie from the Ann

Summers range. The evening raised

£1,000 for Breast Cancer Treatment and

Care for Cancer Research UK.

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Casino Royale

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The Gem Appeal gambled on a fundraising evening with

a difference, at Nutters restaurant in September. Among

the special guests were GEM supporters, husband and

wife actors, Sue Jenkins and David Fleeshman.

The James Bond Casino Royale event was a great

success raising £2500 for the charity.

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Once again, the popular 20-episode

BBC One series has been filmed in

and around Rochdale, with the

former Hilltop School being transformed

into Waterloo Road.

However, it’s all change this year, as the

Comprehensive has merged with local

private school John Fosters, much to the

annoyance of the teachers and pupils.

Young Rochdale actress, Shannon Flynn,

stars as new character Emily James, whose

storyline got off to a dramatic start, when

her father was murdered in the very first

episode. The 13-year-old has joined a star-

studded cast, with Jenna Louise Coleman

(Jasmine, Emmerdale) playing her older

sister, Lindsay.

I caught up with Shannon to discuss her

newfound fame and what it’s like to enrol at

the most popular school on television.

When did you first start acting?I did some shows at Primary school and

then I started at starstruck Theatre

school when I was six. My professional

debut was in 2005, when I played a

Babe in Babes in the Wood at the

gracie Fields Theatre. Then, in 2007, I

was back at gracie Fields when I played

annie for rochdale amateur Operatic

society.

Were you already a fan of Waterloo

Road before you got the part of Emily?

yes I watched it from series One,

episode One. so when I first found out

about my audition for it I was literally

dancing around the kitchen! after the

audition my mum was on the phone to

my agent and she said they wanted to

offer me the part - I was screaming in the

car. We had to pull over!

What is it like playing Emily? How would

you describe her?

emily wears her heart on her sleeve and

hates it when anything is said about her

family. she’s the opposite of her sister,

Lindsay, because Lindsay lashes out,

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A NEW TERM IS UNDERWAY AT WATERLOO ROAD,

BRINGING WITH IT A HOST OF NEW FACES INCLUDING TOM

CHAMBERS, WILL ASH AND SARAH JANE POTTS, PLUS

WATERLOO ROAD REGULARS SUCH AS JASON DONE, EVA

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but

emily just cries all the time. I am actually

quite like emily, in the fact that i’m not

really a big fighter!

How have your family and friends

reacted to you joining Waterloo Road?

They’re really supportive. I’ve had loads

of texts and facebook messages, which

is a bit surreal really.

What are the Waterloo Road cast like?

everyone is great! I get along well with

reece who plays Denzil, because we’ve

got quite a lot of scenes together and

he’s a really nice guy. and i’m good

friends with ayesha (amy) and Holly

(sambuca). They’re all really easy to get

along with. eva Pope is so nice as well

and really funny.

Before Waterloo road, I was in Macbeth

at The royal exchange Theatre in

Manchester. Jason Done, who plays

Tom Clarkson in Waterloo road was in it

too, so we made friends there and it’s

nice that we’ve been able to work

together again. and Jenna who plays my

sister is really nice and a really good

actress.

Any funny stories?

yes I was filming a scene in the

staffroom with angela griffin, who plays

Kim Campbell. she’s eating a cheese

sandwich and she takes me over to get

a biscuit, whilst there’s a fight going on

between Jo Lipsett and steph Haydock.

everyone just burst out laughing

because angela had cheese hanging

out of her mouth! and they filmed two full

minutes of her laughing non-stop.

What has been

the toughest scene to film?

We did a fight scene in episode four

where emily and Lindsay get jumped on

the way home from school and I fell over

twice in that when I wasn’t supposed to. I

had to stick up for Lindsay and Michaela

pushes me out of the way, but I tripped

over my own feet and then went flying!

Then later on I fell

backwards into a ditch,

with my legs up in the air -

and they got it all on tape!

What have been your

favourite scenes so far?

My favourite scene to film

was in the second episode,

with Denzil in the dinner

hall. They didn’t show it all in

the end, but I was slurping

spaghetti and I ended up

getting it stuck between my

teeth! That was a fun scene

to film. The scene where I

found out my dad was dead

obviously wasn’t fun, but it was a good

chance for me to show that I could do a

sad scene. and there’s a scene coming

up in episode ten which I think my

friends are going to give me a bit of grief

about!

What is coming up for your character?

emily’s story unravels and things are

explained. I was only supposed to be in

ten episodes, but then they asked me to

be in all twenty and i’m starting filming

on the next series soon. I think they’ve

kept me in because they like my

character and the way things are

working with Denzil, because he didn’t

really have any friends in his year

before. I don’t have a clue what’s coming

up in the next series, but I’m hoping for

some happier storylines!

What is the best thing about being in

Waterloo Road?

Just meeting everybody and filming at

the school, even though it was all a bit

surreal at first.

Do people recognise you from the

series?

Not that much. But my friend, andy,

always goes up to people in town and

points out that i’m in Waterloo road! It’s

a bit embarrassing! and people at

school keep asking me if i’m in

Waterloo road.

Is it hard juggling filming with

schoolwork?

I have a tutor on set and my school

(Oulder Hill Community school) is really

supportive. They give me work to take

with me when i’m filming. I have lots of

breaks because filming takes a long

time. The assembly scene in the very

first scene of the first episode was about

a minute long but it took a whole day to

film, because there were so many

different people to shoot.

What is your dream job?

I want to carry on acting but i’d love to do

more theatre and maybe a comedy

sketch or something a bit more

lighthearted.

Do you have any advice for budding

young actresses?

It sounds really cheesy but if you really

want to do it as a career, just push

yourself and go for it.

Ruth Meredith

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Celebrating loCal talent

In 2010, The Back Door Music Project celebrates a decadeof nurturing the town’s new creative talent. The project,based at The Broadwater Centre, Smith Street, has helpedhundreds of young people, from across the borough, todevelop their skills in a fun and safe environment. Sinceappearing on Channel Four’s The Secret Millionaire lastyear, The Back Door has finally started to gain therecognition and support it deserves. Lisa Stansfieldrecently commented, “The Back Door Music Project doesamazing stuff for kids; developing their talent and givingthem the confidence to utilise their skills.”

The project has already made a positivedifference to the lives of many youngpeople in the town and things are going

from strength to strength. The Back DoorMusic Project is celebrating a recent grantaward from the Big Lottery Fund. The grant ofjust over £140,000 has taken the total funding,for the next three years, to almost £180,000.

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The much-needed funding boost will allowThe Back Door to increase the number ofFriday nights it opens each year, secureexisting staff positions, create new postsand provide new, exciting activities foryoung people across Rochdale. New plansfor the next three years include developinga drop in café for young people after school,skateboard facilities, an art project andgallery and a youth volunteering program.The Back Door will also provide rehearsaland recording facilities and creativeworkshops.

The Back Door Music Project receivesfunding from the Youth Opportunity Fundand Link4Life, with band nights alsogenerating income to fund more creativeworkshops. After featuring on The SecretMillionaire, the project secured furtherfunding through the V:Match fundprogramme to employ a volunteercoordinator and begin a volunteeringprogramme for young people. Volunteeringwill provide even greater opportunities for

young people to increase their educationand employment prospects.

“We are excited and scared in equalmeasures at the minute!”, says projectcoordinator Carol Moore. “This news hassecured our medium term future andallows us to get bigger and better andprovide more of what the young people areasking us for every week. We will be able toopen every Friday night soon and provide awider range of activities for a larger numberof young people. The project is also settingup a youth management committee so thatusers have more of a say in what goes onhere and we are hoping to do more workwith the professional music sector.”

The Mayor of Rochdale, Councillor KeithSwift, who chose The Back Door MusicProject as his mayoral charity, commented,“I owe Back Door a lot in my ownrecording career and I’m really pleased tobe able to give something back and supportthem this year.”

Carol Moore added, “Being chosen as oneof the Mayor’s charities this year has reallyhelped raise our profile within the boroughand beyond. We’ve got all sorts of newopportunities opening up this year; jamnights, recording and rehearsal spaces,tutoring sessions, recording andperformance workshops – it’s really comingalive!”n

Ruth Meredith

CD LAUNCH… COMING SOON!

Stave Music and The Back Door Music Project havejoined forces, to create an exciting 19-track compilationalbum of local talent and new music. The aim of thealbum is to raise local awareness about the thrivingmusic scene we have right under our noses and raisethe local profile for all those showcased on the album.

The album will be launched early next year. Look outfor the spring issue of Style when we will have moredetails, plus 500 copies to giveaway!

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Ahost of music fans, along

with a number of famous

faces gathered to celebrate

Rochdale's contribution to

British musical heritage.

Emmerdale actor, Dominic Brunt (Paddy

Kirk) came along to show his support. Joy

Division and New Order bassist Peter

Hook, Andy McCluskey from OMD, John

Robb from Goldblade and Cargo Studios

founder John Brierley also joined in the

celebrations.

BLUEPLAQUE EVENTS

An English Heritage blueplaque was recently unveiledat the old Cargo Studio inKenion Street, which playedhost to the likes of JoyDivision, The Fall, NewOrder, The Stone Roses andThe Inspiral Carpets.

Musical icons, together with the Mayor of Rochdale, also

attended a special unveiling of another blue plaque on

Market Street, Heywood. The plaque marks the former

Tractor Studios, which were funded by the late legendary

DJ, John Peel. John Peel once worked at Townhead Mill in

Rochdale and music fans gathered in the centre to learn

about its musical past and listen to a video message from

his widow on the large TV screen.

Chris Hewitt, manager of seventies cult band Tractor,

organised both the blue plaque events, as a tribute to the

rich musical heritage of the area.

Following the unveilings of plaques in Heywood and

Rochdale, The Back Door Music Project hosted a

reception, which saw Peter Hook, Section 25 and Martin

Coogan perform. They teamed up with a new generation of

Rochdale music, The Pins and 2Tone, to celebrate music in

the borough, both past and present. n

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In time for Lisa's second album "Real Love" theequipment had been upgraded with the inclusionof an Amek Mozart console loaded with RupertNeve modules. The album was recorded andmixed entirely at Gracieland.

It was the sound of the Amek board thatgenerated interest in the Amek 9098, that hassince become the centrepiece of the studio.

Now in its twentieth year, Gracieland isestablished as a successful commercialrecording studio.

Speaking about the town’s hidden talent, LisaStansfield commented: “I think Rochdale is acreative town… over the years it has beenquietly producing some well respected andsuccessful artists; writers, actors, musicians.Some achieve more than others, but you onlyhave to go to the Cemetery Hotel or TheBaum Pub to see and hear the assortment ofpeople who make Rochdale the interestingplace that it is. You always find that there’smore creativity going on in the background oftowns, rather than cities and this talent needsan outlet. Rochdale certainly has a lot ofuntapped creativity.”

Lisa added, “It has been said recently thatRochdale has lost its musical charm but withlocal bands like The Sticks, Finelines, Tyro andothers, the music scene is alive and kicking. It’sexciting that these local bands are usingGracieland studio. It’s equipped to a very highstandard, it’s got all the latest technology andloads of vintage stuff. The studio has beengoing for 20 years so it offers new bands 20years of experience and a great collection ofthe best equipment.”

Gracieland are generously providing the firstprize for the winner of The Back Door MusicProject’s Battle of the Bands competition,which will be decided in December, with oneof the judges being Gracieland’s residentengineer and producer Stephen Boyce-Buckley.

Having now been in the industry for 30 yearshe considers Gracieland to be one of the fineststudios around, Stephen said “it’s the mostcreative environment i’ve ever worked in”.The winning band will receive a day’srecording at Gracieland studio. Lisa said, “I’mreally excited about Gracieland being the firstprize for the Back Doors Battle of the Bandscompetition and I can’t wait to hear thewinning band. It’ll be wonderful for them touse a professional studio with a really goodengineer and producer and he’ll make thetracks sound brilliant.”n

Ruth Meredith

20 Years at number one!Gracieland is the latest incarnation of a recording studiofirst established in 1989. It was built by Lisa Stansfield andher collaborators Ian Devaney & Andy Morris and wasused in the making of Lisa's debut album, “Affection”.

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It is refreshing to see there are very few empty

shops, which means plenty of choice for the

discerning shopper. New businesses are really

being encouraged to set up in Heywood and the

plan seems to be working.

Not only are there plenty of shops, but also

dentists, doctors, banks and solicitors serving the

whole community. If you have not paid a visit to

Heywood recently then Style suggests you do so

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CHRISTMAS OPENINGS:Open 8am – 5pm Mon 21st until Thurs 24th Dec(Xmas Eve close 4pm). The market will re open8am – 4pm on New Years Eve, close on New YearsDay, then open as normal on Sat 2nd Jan 8am –5pm. Normal market days will then resume.

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Heywood MAGIC Market has all types of fresh food under one roof. The bakery, butchers,delicatessens and greengrocers all sell the freshestfood at the keenest prices, perfect for yourChristmas festivities. There is also a stall full of

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On a very pleasant Saturday, in early

September, the centre of Heywood took a step

back over 60 years with its War Time Weekend.

To help recreate the sights and sounds of those

dark days, shopkeepers in the town swopped

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land army girls, soldiers, barbers, and

waitresses or simply shoppers. The weekend

was supported by many of the shops in

Heywood, together with the stallholders on

Heywood market. The organisers dressed

Heywood with wartime signs, notices,

sandbags and taped up windows. Beddoes, on

Market street, changed their window display to

take you back in time, displaying a collection of

wartime memorabilia. There was even a small

army of soldiers diffusing an unexploded bomb,

near St Lukes Church. You could have a short

back and sides at Andrew Kelso hairdressing

on Market Street and refresh yourself with a

well deserved cuppa at Tillys Tea Room in Mike

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the recently opened tilly’s tea room, in the same

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BORN & BRED Local actress Sue Devaney

Rochdale-born actress Sue Devaney, best

known for her roles in Coronation Street,

Dinnerladies and Casualty, has already

enjoyed a varied and exciting career but

things keep getting better! Having just

finished a World Premiere national stage tour

of Victoria Wood’s Dinnerladies, Sue is now

joining a star-studded cast in Aladdin, at the

Manchester Opera House this Christmas.

An ex-pupil of Oldham Theatre

Workshop, Sue made her

television debut as an usherette in

Mating Call, followed by a small

appearance on the children's show Rainbow.

She then played Mildred Bailey, an orphan

girl, in the comedy series In Loving Memory,

alongside Christopher Beeney, Sherrie

Hewson and Thoria Hird.

The actress made her Coronation Street debut

in 1984, when she became Kevin Webster’s

younger sister, Debbie, a role she played for

two years. She went on to become even more

well-known when she took on the role of Rita

in BBC children’s show Jonny Briggs.

In 1995, she began a three year run in

Casualty as paramedic Liz Harker. She then

went on to join the cast of Victoria Wood’s

Dinnerladies, as Jane.

Sue’s most recent television appearances

include Peggy in Shameless and Lorraine in

Strictly Confidential. Other television credits

include: The Royal, Common as Muck, The

Real Eddie English, The Bill, Heartbeat,

Doctors, Being April, Mystery of Men. She

can also be heard on CBBC children’s

animated cartoon series, Harry and Toto.

Sue’s stage work has been extensive and

includes productions such as A Taste of

Honey, It's A Madhouse, Me Mam Sez, Alice

In Wonderland, Beggars Opera, The Wizard

of Oz, Breezeblock Park, Love's Labours

Lost, Postcards From Rome and The Doctor

Of Honour. Her West End roles include

Karen in The Land Of The Living at the

Royal Court, Gaoler's Daughter in Wind In

The Willows at the National Theatre and

Ruby in When We Are Married at the

Whitehall Theatre. Rochdale’s panto going

audiences will remember her for her

role as Dizzy Dora in Babes in the

Wood (2005), at the Gracie Fields

Theatre.

With seemingly no end to her talents,

Sue is a keen writer and has just

finished a six-part comedy series with

her writing buddy Sarah Groarke. She is

also one half of a singing comedy act

duo, called Double Bubble.

The busy actress is now rehearsing her

upcoming role of Genie of the Ring, in

the Christmas production of Aladdin, at

the Opera House, Manchester. She will

be joining Coronation Street villain

Gray O’Brien (Tony Gordon) and

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David Lean’s classic 1945 film, Brief Encounter, was partially shot

at Carnforth Station and has captured the imagination of audiences

for more than sixty years. Brief Encounter is one of the most popular

romantic British films of all time and ranks second in the British

Film Institute’s Top 100 ‘Best British Films’ list.

Most of the platform scenes were filmed at Carnforth. The external

filming of the "Milford Junction" refreshment room used film "flats"

specially erected on Carnforth station. The interior films scenes of

the Milford Junction refreshment took place on a set at Denham

studios. The set, however, bore a very close resemblance to the

genuine refreshment room at Carnforth station.

The station has been voted the 8th most romantic film location in the

country. You can run up the subway and stand under the famous

Brief Encounter clock. The Visitor Centre is housed in the

beautifully-restored historic buildings and offers the visitor a wealth

of attractions, facilities and a fascinating range of exhibitions. You

can take a welcome break in the Brief Encounter Refreshment

Room, which has been faithfully restored to resemble the set used in

the film where Laura and Alec first met. Enjoy a snack or a light bite

as you soak up the atmosphere in the unique surroundings.

The Visitor Centre is open daily 10am - 4pm and closed on

Mondays from October to Easter. The Visitor Centre will be closed

over the Christmas and New Year holidays. Admission is free during

normal opening hours, although donations towards the upkeep are

always appreciated.

HOW TO GET THERE:

Carnforth is situated on the A6 between Lancaster and Kendal, and

is about 1 mile south from junction 35 of the M6 motorway. The

town is well sign posted on the local roads. Once in Carnforth, turn

west at the traffic lights on to Market Street, and head towards

Warton. The station is located at the bottom of the hill. The station

car park is Pay and Display and has 80 parking places together with

5 for disabled parking.

IF YOu FANCY AN INTERESTING DAY TRIP,

COVERING A RETuRN JOuRNEY OF JuST OVER A

HuNDRED MILES, THEN A VISIT BACK IN TIME

TO CARNFORTH STATION AND VISITOR CENTRE

IS WELL WORTH THE ADVENTuRE.

Our Day Out

The award-winning Visitor Centre opened in

October 2003 after an extensive restoration

programme and is located within a busy

working railway station. Carnforth Railway

Station was opened in 1846 by the Lancaster

and Carlisle Railway Company and was originally just a

single platform. In 1856, a small station was built, following

the connection of the Furness

and Midland Railway lines. A

year later, a new station was

constructed, which remained

open until 1st August 1880,

when a new station was

constructed at a cost of

£40,000.

it all started “just through

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grit in my eye” at milford

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JAWS (the Junior Associates ofWhitworth Society) recently presentedthe fun-packed musical Back to the 80s,directed by Richard Rudman.

The musical tells the tale of the studentsof William Ocean High School, as theylive through their senior year andexperience the fun, love, heartbreak andloneliness that comes with growing up.

Through flashbacks from the mainprotagonist, Corey Feldman (TerryBanham), we are taken on a whistle stoptour of the 80s through original songssuch as, Kids In America, Man In TheMirror, The Final Countdown, VideoKilled The Radio Star, Walking OnSunshine, 500 Miles, Total Eclipse OfThe Heart, Don’t Worry Be Happy andFootloose.

The then 17-year-old Corey (JoeShelmerdine), is madly in love with class

beauty, Tiffany Houston (Rachel Clegg).The problem for Corey is that his loverival and the class president, MichaelFeldman (Stephen Jillings), has every girlswooning over him, including Tiffany.Michael and his friends are the sort ofcool, good-looking guys that Corey andhis two best friends dream of being.Corey’s hopes of dating Tiffany seemlost, but with prom night just around thecorner, he finally gets the girl of hisdreams.

Rachel Clegg put in an exceptionalperformance as Tiffany, a role that suitedher brilliantly. Joe Shelmerdine andMichael Feldman also gave very strongand believable performances.

Helen Rose showed off her stunningvoice, as the new girl in class, EileenReagan, particularly during thebreathtaking duet of Lost In Your Eyes,alongside Rachel Clegg. Rachel Slater,

as Cyndi Gibson, was also vocallyimpressive in her rendition of MaterialGirl.

It was obvious the cast had all workedincredibly hard to produce a brilliantshow… and to perfect their Americanaccents. However, Robert Stott stole theshow with his hilarious portrayal of classgeek, Feargal McFerrin, who believesthe crazy notion that one day CD’s willreplace cassette tapes.

The young chorus showed off theirsinging and dancing talents, withbrilliantly choreographed, high energyperformances. Add to that a star warsdream sequence, lots of crazy dancemoves and even more blue eyeshadowand it made for a superb, feel-goodproduction.

Ruth Meredith

27TH-31ST OCTOBER AT WHITWORTH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

THEATRE REVIEW

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Customers may be surprised to hear thatHome 2 Home, on Yorkshire Street, will beclosing down at the end of November / earlyDecember. The current end of lease sale willbring to an end a successful trading period, inRochdale, for owner Tofiq Malik.

Home 2 Home has alwaysbeen a forward thinkingcompany who through thehard times have nevercompromised on quality andstyle .

Owner, Tofiq Malik said, “Iam very sad to be leaving the premises onYorkshire Street and having to close ourRochdale store. I will miss all the valuedcustomers who have been very important tous. I just want to say a big thank you for their

loyal support in recommending us to theirfriends and families. As a company, it hasalways been a pleasure to see the samecustomers returning, time and time again, tomake their purchases. Without them we wouldnot have remained in business during these

difficult times. This has been a very difficultdecision and in some ways beyond ourcontrol. I can assure you that we are doing allthat we can to find suitable premises inRochdale, as this is our town and we intend to

keep a foothold here. We are in negotiationsand as soon as a decision has been made wewill let you all now."

Tofiq has always been a generous sponsor ofsporting individuals and teams, as well as

numerous charities. Heremains positive aboutthe future and his desireto sponsor furtherindividuals and charitieswill continue. He added,“It is important forbusiness people to helpin this way and the

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Rochdale Amateur Operatic Society(RAOS) has contributed to the musicaland cultural life of the local area for

over a century. They currently produceshows and concerts at The Gracie FieldsTheatre in Rochdale. The Society is aregistered charity and has raised over£50,000 for local causes throughout theyears.

RAOS is made up of a dedicated team of musicaltheatre lovers. Their large scale productions havereceived fantastic reviews, as well as many NODAnominations and awards. Their talented membersinclude highly trained singers, dancers, and actors,many of whom have gone on to work professionally.Productions include spectacular scenery andcostume, combined with a large professionalorchestra and a professional/highly trained director,musical director and choreographer.

Rehearsals are currently in full swing for the society'sFebruary production of ‘Copacabana’. 'Her namewas Lola'...the unforgettable opening lyric of BarryManilow's hit Copacabana, is the inspiration for thisexciting musical tale, of love and romance, set at theheart of the swinging nightclub scene of the 1940s.While creating the world's next big hit, Stephen, anaspiring songwriter, is carried back to an era when'music and passion were always the fashion' at theworld famous and glamorous Copacabana nightclubin New York City. In his dream, Lola La Mar, ahopeful showgirl, is launched on the path to stardomas a Copa Girl with the help of Tony Forte, abartender with dreams of his own. Captivated byher performance, the villainous Rico whisks heraway to the Tropicana nightclub in Havana. From thisexotic, distant new world, a tale of old-fashionedlove, jealousy and murder in the entangled lives ofLola, Tony and Rico unfolds.

BOOK EARLY FOR WHAT WILL BE A TRULYFANTASTIC NIGHT AT THE THEATRE!

Music by Barry ManilowLyrics by Bruce Sussman and Jack Feldman

Book by Barry Manilow, Jack Feldman and Bruce SussmanOrchestrations by Andy Rumble

Originally produced in the United States by the pittsburgh CLO, pittsburgh, pA.Van Kaplan, Executive producer, in association with Garry C. Kief, John Ashby

and Stiletto Entertainment.Originally produced in the United Kingdom by Apollo Leisure (UK) Ltd, and Barry

Clayman Concerts Ltd., in association with Garry C. Kief and John Ashby.This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd.

Tues 16th - Sat 20th February 2010

(inc Sat mat)

At the

GRACIE FIELDS THEATRE,

Oulder Hill Leisure Complex,

Hudsons Walk, Rochdale.

TICKETS:Tues & Sat mat - £8 conc/£10 full

Wed & Thurs - £10 all seats

Fri & Sat eve - £12 all seats

TO BOOK CALL 01706-643543 or from

14th December book at Touchstones, TIC,

The Esplanade, Rochdale.

TEL NO. 01706-924928

(credit/debit card facilities).

Visit our website for more information: www.rochdaleaos.co.uk

A REGISTERED CHARITY

TICKET HOTLINE: BOOK NOW ON 01706-643543

All the world’s a Stage

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Carpet CreationsCarpet & Bed Centre

Contemporary modern dining room furniture arriving mid May.

Local stockists for Greendale carpetsExpert Fitting advise and estimating12-16 Dale street Milnrow Rochdale OL16 4HSTEL 01706 715377 FAX 01706 641073

Huge selection of quality Beds byMyers, Slumberland, Millbrook,Sweet Dreams, Rest Assured,Staples and many more......

Drawer divans, Electric beds, Bedsteads,Sofa beds, Pillows, Quilts and Mattressprotectors.

The finest selection of quality carpets bymost major manufacturers includingUlster, Woodward Grosvenor,Axminster, Adam, Ryalux, Penthouseand many more

Open 6 days a week, closed Tuesdays

The ONLY dedicated AMTICO andKARNDEAN design showroom in thearea.

The latest designs in AMTICOESSENTIALS and the competitivelypriced SPACIA range.

Roll end carpets from Axminster carpets and Kersaint Cobb in 100% wool, 80%wool and Natural Sisal, Sea Grass and Jute

25YEARS

EXPERIENCE

CARPET CREATIONS CARPET & BED CENTRE,

IN MILNROW, WAS STARTED BY PHILIP HOLT

12 YEARS AGO AFTER HE WAS MADE

REDuNDANT BY THE CO-OP. NOW ALONG

WITH FOuR FORMER MANAGERS FROM THE

LANEBOTTOM STORE, CARPET CREATIONS

ARE GOING FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH.

Carpet CreatiOns

Carpet & BeD Centre

Due to high customer demand, the company moved into

new premises on Dale Street in Milnrow, last year. An

extensive range of beds is now on show upstairs including

drawer divans, electric beds, bedsteads, sofa beds, pillows,

quilts and mattresses. They also offer a free delivery service

and removal of any unwanted beds.

With over twenty five years experience in the floor

covering business, Carpet Creations Carper & Bed Centre

are confident in offering quality products and advice. Philip

and his team strive to offer goods at affordable prices, as

well as providing the highest level of customer service.

They are proud to supply a fine selection of carpets, wood

floors and tiles from all the major manufacturers and have a

comprehensive selection of the latest samples and pattern

books in store. They are the only dedicated AMTICO and

KARNDEAN design studio in the area. With something for

everyone, Carpet Creations Carper & Bed Centre are sure

to have exactly what you are looking for and are open six

days a week (closed Tuesday).

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Christmas Shopping

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SAVE TIME AND MONEY by shopping locally this Christmas.Rochdale’s independent retailers offer plenty of choice, includingjewellery, footwear, lingerie, clothing and many unique gifts. Or why nottreat a loved one to a restaurant, beauty treatment or photo shoot voucherthis season?

Christmas shopping can be expensive, time consuming and stressful,especially when there are hundreds of other shoppers around, all huntingfor a bargain. Follow our simple shopping tips to save time and money,whilst avoiding some of the traditional pre Christmas stress!

Some shoppers set off on a Christmas shopping trip without having a cluewhat they're looking for. Save time by coming up with gift ideas beforesetting out. The following pages will give you plenty of ideas.

Avoid the crowds and go Christmas shopping during the week.

You can also save money by shopping locally and early, as many shops inthe town are offering bargains before the rush starts.

Local shops are easy to get to and can be accessed by most people.Shopping locally can also save you time and money on travel and parkingcosts… whilst helping to reduce your carbon footprint.

Supporting Rochdale’s independent retailers can provide lots of unseenbenefits. Most importantly of all, they offer quality, unique gifts andprovide that personal touch. Local shops greatly value your support andthe friendly staff will usually be more than happy to help you choose theperfect gift.

MANY RETAILERS, SuCH AS SANDIFORDS, DENIS HOPE ANDCHANTILLY, WILL WRAP THE CHRISTMAS PRESENTS FOR YOu,TO MAKE THE GIFT LOOK EVEN MORE SPECIAL.

Rochdale is lucky to have many independent retailers in the town; theymay not all be under one roof but all are within a healthy few minuteswalk of each other.

With a wide range of quality products and gifts available right here onyour doorstep, why not support Rochdale’s independent retailers thisChristmas.

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international Fine JeWellerY & giFtS

VOted WiNNeRBest long serving Business at the 2009

Rochdale town centremanagement awards.

Sandifords

78 Drake Street. rochDale.

TELEPHONE 01706 646563opening timeS: mon, WeD, thurS anD Fri

8.00am - 5.30pm, Sat 9.00am - 5.00pm.

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Christmas Gifts1. Lingerie - CHANTILLY, Cheetham Street

2. Duchamp socks - DENIS HOPE, Drake Street

3. Handbag butler - SANDIFORDS, Drake Street

4. Original glass bowl - NUMBER TEN, Baillie Street

5. Voyager Clock - SANDIFORDS, Drake Street

6. Desigual gloves - DENIS HOPE, Drake Street

7. Wooden travel games - NUMBER TEN, Baillie Street

8. Mouth Blown Glassware - NUMBER TEN, Baillie Street

9. Desigual bag - DENIS HOPE, Drake Street

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Dress like a Celeb

19 Cheetham Street, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL16 1DG

TELEPHONE: 01706 646746

Charas

Gift Vouchers

Spread The Cost Of Christmas*

With Christmas just around the corner, 25 Ten

Boutique are delighted to be introducing some

gorgeous new labels, just perfect for the

forthcoming party season!

Exclusive ladies fashion label, CHARAS, has

graced the red carpet at many glitzy award

ceremonies and has been seen on the likes of

Nadine Coyle (Girls Aloud), Carley Stevenson

(Hollyoaks) and last years X Factor winner,

Alexandra Burke. And now, you too can look

and feel amazing, like a CHARAS girl should!

Have you ever seen a celebrity in a dress and

thought, I WANT THAT DRESS?!! We know how

important finding the perfect dress can be, which

is why 25 TEN BOuTIQuE have teamed up with

ELSA HAAG to bring you the crème de la crème

of celebrity fashion! With gorgeous dresses in the

style of CHERYL COLE, VICTORIA BECKHAM

and Hollywood actress DIANE KRuGER – these

dresses are designed to impress!

25 Ten Boutique have a gorgeous collection of

jewellery and accessories for the perfect

Christmas stocking filler!

Brand New Website coming soon

* ‘Layaway’ & ‘Reserve it’ payment plans Available

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2 Cheetham Street, Rochdale, OL16 1DL Telephone 01706 341029 www.shoesbylaces.com

SHOES BY LACESQUALITY LADIES SHOES, HANDBAGS AND ACCESSORIES

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Luxury Spa DaysTreat someone special this Christmas

from £60 per person

Gift Vouchers are available

01706 868 898 THE RETREAT NAILS AND THINGS

www.theretreat.me22-24 ST MARYS GATE - ROCHDALE - OL16 1DZ

78 Drake Street. rochDale.

TELEPHONE 01706 646563

opening timeS: mon, WeD, thurS anD Fri

8.00am - 5.30pm, Sat 9.00am - 5.00pm.

Sandifordsinternational Fine JeWellerY & giFtS

VOted

WiNNeRBest long serving

Business at the 2009

Rochdale town centre

management awards.

Home Accessories / Designer CollectionsHand crafted Cards / Gift Pen Selections

Local Crafts / Jewellery / Glassware / Ceramics

LITTLE GIFT BOX IS CELEBRATING ITS 5TH BIRTHDAY!Mother and Daughter team, Susan and Clare have created distinctive,handpicked collections of unusual gifts for all occasions. Browsers arealways welcome so come and have a look!We're sure you'll find the perfect presents for your friends, family andloved ones this christmas. All presents are gift wrapped free of chargeat your local, friendly, family run gift shop.

DECEMBER OPENING HOURSMONDAY - SATURDAY 9.00AM - 5.30PM LATE NIGHT TUES 15TH & 22ND DEC TIL 8PMOPEN SUNDAY 13TH & 20TH DEC 10AM - 4PM

LITTLE GIFT BOX TEL: 01706 838 13994 NEW ROAD, DEARNLEY, LITTLEBOROUGH, OL15 8NL

FREE PARKING OUTSIDE

FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE.

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Best DressedNew for Next seasoN

Dusk aftershock and lots of others names

Prom Dresses

due in Jan & feb at very competitive prices

amazing range of evening wear & Cocktail wear

wide range of suitable friday night outfits

at brilliant prices.

stoCk ChaNgiNg weekly

large range of Jewellery & handbags

at the right price.

stoCkists of:

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mon - sat 9.30am - 5pm

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telePhoNe: 01706 371 062

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MILL SHOP An extensive range ofhigh quality outdoor clothing and accessoriesfor all the family at sensible prices.

WINTER OPENING Mon - Fri 10 - 4 Sat 10.30 - 1.30

Baitings Mill (behind e White Lion pub) Norden Rochdale OL12 7TQ Telephone 01706 641 771

www.cudworthofnorden.com

CUDWORTH of NORDEN

TOTAL FOOTCARE -CHIROPODIST PODIATRISTnow at

The SalonThe Beauty Salon - Day Spa

Karey Whitehead Bsc(Hons) Mchs, Hpc reg. [email protected]

The Salon, 669-671 Edenfield Road, Norden, OL11 5XE.

TELEpHONE 01706 644142 OR THE SALON 01706 861000

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After a gap of over thirty years it was lovely to catch

up with Actress Nikki Kelly who is in the area to star

as the Wicked Queen, in Middleton Arena’s Christmas

production of Sleeping Beauty.

From Maplins to Middleton

Nikki is still recognised for her

portrayal as Sylvia Garnsey, in the

hit comedy series Hi De Hi. The

series may well have finished filming in

1987, but thanks to repeats of the series

Nikki has never really been out of the

public eye. Nikki trained at Rose Bruford

College of Speech and Drama and got her

first TV role in Dixon of Dock Green in

1974 before landing the role of Sylvia. Hi

De Hi ran for over 9 years from 1979, with

the BBC making a total of 61 episodes.

It had been so long since we trained

together at Drama School, I was anxious to

know how appearing in such a popular

series had influenced the rest of her acting

career. Nikki explained, “I am so grateful to

Hi De Hi for giving me the opportunity to

become recognised as an established actress

and I am still in touch with many of the cast

who became my friends for life…It opened

a lot of doors for me and enabled me to go

onto other television roles and leading roles

in the Theatre. I have toured nationally with

many productions since I finished the series

and of course appeared in Pantomime every

Christmas. I usually play the evil characters

but I once played Aladdin and on another

occasion a fairy. Although, I much prefer

playing the baddie and I am looking

forward to getting booed by the children in

the Middleton audience!”

Nikki also revealed that she is going to be in

a National tour of Hi De Hi in 2010. She

explained, “It is now over twenty years

since I played the role of Sylvia on

television, so I will be playing the ballroom

dance teacher, Yvonne Stuart Hargreaves,

alongside Barry Howard, who played my

husband Barry in the series”.

Nikki is greatly looking forward to the tour

in March next year, but first has to get back

to learning her lines for the production of

Sleeping Beauty which runs from 4th until

27th December at The Middleton Arena.

This will be Nikki’s first visit to Middleton

and, of course, it is the first pantomime in

the new Middleton Arena. You can book

your tickets on 0161 624 7660. To be in

with a chance of winning a family ticket to

see Sleeping Beauty enter out competition

on page 60.n

Colin Meredith

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Rochdale’s exclusive Chanel dealership

c OL11 5XE

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Rochdale’s exclusive Chanel dealership

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Acupuncture at True Serenity, Centre for Holistic Excellence

Acupuncture is a complementary therapy thatinvolves puncturing the skin with very fineneedles to relieve pain and reduce thesymptoms of a wide range of conditions.

STEVEN ADDINGTON Acupuncturist & PhysiotherapistBsc (hons) MCSP MAACP MHPC

Redbrook House, 209-211 Bury Road, Rochdale, OL11 4EE

t: 01706 630750 / 07951400810www.trueserenity.co.uk

JUST BRAS STOCK UP TO K CUP

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01706 769 769

www.justbras.co.uk

OPEN MON-SAT 9AM-5PM

(TILL 6PM ON THURS)

SUNDAYS IN DECEMBER

FROM 11AM TO 4PM.

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UNIT C, THE PAVILLIONS, BRIDGEFOLD ROAD, ROCHDALE OL11 5BY

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The symptoms of Seasonal

Affective Disorder (S.A.D)

can include; depressed

mood, loss of interest in usually

enjoyed activities, fatigue or loss

of energy, poor concentration,

sleeping more than usual, weight

gain or feeling sluggish.

However, there is light at the end of this

cold, dark, wintery tunnel. There are

therapies in the beauty industry which are

centred around personal wellbeing and ones

sense of self. They can help us through

these bleak months and get us ready to face

the festive party season.

Hydrotherapy is one such treatment, which

will release those feelings of stress,

depression and tension. The Retreat Spa

(Nails and Things) has a double

hydrotherapy bath, large enough for you

and a friend, or just as a treat for yourself.

The hydrotherapy bath works by releasing

millions of large bubbles, which relaxes

your muscular tension. It also helps to

reduce swollen joints giving you increased

mobility - great for when we hit those

shops. The hydrotherapy bath also releases

very fine bubbles; this has a soothing

tranquil effect on your body, which helps

relieve your stress and tension.

Hydrotherapy can provide you with the vital

key to breaking the stress cycle of everyday

life, especially with all the commitments

and preparation for the festivities ahead.

Unfortunately, stress not only affects the

mind but more importantly your immune

system and you can be more prone to pick

up illnesses. I’m sure a runny nose wasn’t

quite the accessory you had imagined to

match that little black dress.

Facials and body treatments can also be a

great way to regain a sense of wellbeing.

With The Retreat’s Vitality Surge

Energising treatments, for face and body,

described as the Body & Soul Reviver, you

will give your skin a brightening luminous

feel, revive and instantly radiate your

senses. Deep reassuring muscle massage,

combined with plumping serums and

lymphatic drainage revive a lifeless

complexion. The lemon, orange and citrus

aromas, combined with a vital mask, lift

your mood so you leave with the sparkle

and energy needed to face the seasonal

stresses.

Depression alleviating treatments aren’t the

only treatments our bodies could be craving

this season. The Retreat has a range of

wonderful pedicures to revive and uplift

those tired feet, to get them in tip top shape

for the party season, so you can dance the

night away.

We all need to look after ourselves - to

regain that sense of calm and self worth, put

ourselves first before we begin to run

around after the children, the in-laws, the

dog! We need some ‘me’ time.

For more information on any of the

treatments mentioned or to purchase a gift

voucher for yourself or a loved one please

contact The Retreat, where a friendly

member of our fully qualified team will be

more than happy to help n

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Beating those Winter Blues.

It’s that time of year again… the long dark nights are drawing

closer, the cold weather is nipping our extremities and all we want to

do is hibernate. For some of us though, this time of year can trigger

unwanted feelings of depression, more commonly referred to as

Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D). The exact cause is unknown,

however, we are led to believe S.A.D is possibly caused by chemical

changes in the brain, due to the decreased amount of sunlight we

are exposed to in these winter months. It is most common among

young women, but can also affect women and men of all ages.

Here is The Retreat’s guide to staying

sane this season:

i Get yourself organised.

i Allocate yourself some ‘me’ time by

booking in small treats at The Retreat.

i Start your Christmas shopping early –

avoid the hustle and bustle of the last

minute shoppers.

i Wear comfy shoes.

i Be assertive and ask for help when it

is needed- especially to help carry

those Christmas shopping bags!

i Distance yourself from those who

make you stressed.

i Accept compliments.

i Don’t forget to put The Retreats

luxury gift voucher at the top of your

Christmas list!

22-24 st mARys gAte, ROcHdAle, Ol16 1dz tel: 01706 868 898 tHe RetReAt ON 01706 868 898. www.theretreat.me

EMMA FITTON

Business,

salon Manager

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To book this amazing treatment please call TEL: 01706 644216, and speak to one of our reception team.

Nelson Street, Rochdale, OL16 1NL www.jamillapaul.co.uk

BANISH THE FRIZZ FOR UP TO 3 MONTHS WITH A NEW PROFESSIONAL SMOOTHING SERVICE AT JAMILLA PAUL ROCHDALE

TERMS AND CONDITIONS A full consultation has to take place at the rochdale salon before any bookings can be made, and a deposit will be taken to secure the booking. this service is notavailable from jamilla or nicole but we will be happy to recommend one of our fabulous keratin complex specialist to carry out this treatment for you.

A new revolution in haircare has

arrived in Rochdale. One that is set to

completely change our attitude to

frizz!

If you have ever wished that your hair

was more manageable, softer,

straighter and had more shine then

Jamilla Paul in Rochdale may just

have the solution for you.

Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy

is a new service that promises a long

lasting solution in the battle to beat the

frizz! This is not simply a

conditioning treatment, nor is it a

chemical straightening service. This

is an entirely new genre of hair

treatment that has swept over from the

US over the last six months.

Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy

range was created by COPPOLA in

the USA 18 months ago. Its

formulation infuses Keratin deep into

the hair cuticle eliminating up to

ninety-five percent of frizz and curl

from the hair, leaving the hair soft,

shiny and luxurious.

For those of you unlucky enough to

suffer from over curly, frizzy, or

frazzled hair you will know the

lengths you need to go to in order to

get shiny frizz-free hair on a daily

basis. This type of hair is often

affected by humidity so that your

perfectly blow dried look you

achieved in the morning has reverted

to a frizzy mess by mid afternoon!

After a Keratin Complex Smoothing

Therapy Service your hair remains

shiny, frizz free and easy to handle for

up to 12 weeks - dramatically cutting

down styling time by over half and

making it humidity resistant - whether

you want soft frizz free waves or a

smooth, straight and sleek finish. The

Keratin Complex Home care products

ensure the longevity of the initial

treatment and a new ‘top-up’

treatment is on its way!

The in-salon service takes

approximately 2½ hours from

beginning to end, and the price starts

at £180 depending on the length,

thickness and texture of your hair.

It is like “Skincare for your hair” and

unlike other salon services, the more

you treat your hair, the healthier it

becomes. With each treatment the

build up of Keratin makes your hair:

• Softer & silkier

• Straighter and shinier

• Faster and easier to blow-dry

• Reduces daily styling time

• Less maintenance – close to being

“maintenance-free”

Further, the therapy encases the hair

follicle with a keratin bond to promote

healing and to help keep toxins in the

environment, such as smoke, pollution

and UV rays, from entering the hair.

Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy

is gentle enough to use on all hair

types. A great time to have the

treatment is directly after a colouring

or chemical process. Colour is sealed

into the hair leaving it vibrant and

extending the life of a colour.

The service is only available in salons

by specially trained stylists in the

methods, standards and equipment of

Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy.

The treatment is followed up with a

shampoo and conditioning regime that

increases the durability and longevity

of the initial treatment.

Jamilla Paul “This is a new type of

service to help clients in the battle to

beat the frizz! It is not a chemical

straightener that damages your hair,

but it is so much more than a

conditioning treatment. We are having

amazing results with it - You have to

see it to believe it”

The treatment will be featured on hit

makeover show 10 years younger later

in the year.

For further information on the Keratin

Complex Smoothing Therapy range

please visit www.keratincomplex.co.uk

SPECIAL OFFERSTYLE MAGAZINE OFFER ONLY £150 dependant on length ofhair for JANUARY, FEBRUARY or MARCH on any TUES/FRIDAY only on production of thisadvert and includes a FREE HOMECARE KIT WORTH around £20. Usual price is from£180dependant on the length of hair.

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Bar 5This privately owned town centre cafe and wine bar servesfreshly prepared food, with daily specials and Lavazzacoffee's a speciality. It provides an ideal meeting place forbreakfast, lunch or tea.Venue available free of charge for private parties. All parties catered for, with music provided and buffet menus available. The bar won Best Food Award at the Rochdale town centreawards. Special promotion - tea or coffee with a scone,only £2, served all day.Family Special - kids eat free when accompanied by anadult purchasing a main meal. available all day Saturdayand every weekday after 3pm."5 South Parade, on the Butts Rochdale, OL16 1LR

01706 359 800

tHe Baumpurveyors of Fine Wines, Ales & Food.Situated next to the CO-Op museum in a conservationarea, The Baum has a welcoming oldie world ambience,with wooden floors and old enamel adverts. The quality barmenu, served 7 days a week, consists of light lunches,traditional dishes and tapas (served in the evenings &weekends).The Baum offers an excellent selection of World beers ondraught & bottles plus 6 ever changing guest cask ales.Awarded Best Bar None ‘Best pub’ & runner up in ‘BestFood Retailer’ as voted by Rochdale Town CentreBusiness Awards

33-37 Toad Lane, Rochdale. OL12 0NU.01706 352 186 www.thebaum.co.uk

tHe paCk HOrse inn This classic country pub has good walking opportunitiesnearby and great views. It offers a good range of Leesbeers and a menu is available throughout the pub. Thevaried menu offers good quality and interesting choices.Special meal deal: Mon-Sat midday-6pm, two courses for£7.95. Food served: Mon-Sat midday-9pm, Sun midday-8pm

Elbut Lane Birtle Bury Lancs BL9 7TU0161 764 3620

tHe italian rOOmTake a culinary journey around Italy at the Italian Room; anelegant, contemporary and vibrant restaurant in Rochdale.A warm welcome is always guaranteed the second youwalk through the door by the attentive, discreet team.The Italian Room is a child friendly Italian restaurant with amodern and contemporary setting, serving a variety oftraditional Italian foods and wines.They spend a lot of time ensuring customers arecomfortable, offering a relaxed atmosphere with airconditioning.Early bird menu available Mon - Fri 6-7.30 pm. Starter andmain course only £9.95.

567 Bury Road, Bamford, Rochdale, OL11 4DQ 01706 746 888

la manCHa tapas BarLa Mancha is Rochdale's only specialist tapas restaurantserving authentic Spanish cuisine in atmosphericsurroundings. Situated in the very heart of Rochdale therestaurant is easily accessible with lots of local parking. LaMancha was established over 10 years ago and has stoodthe test of time thanks to the quality and authenticity of itsmenu. Along with our lunchtime specials, they also have anextensive specials board with dishes from all the regions ofSpain. Christmas party set menu, buy 4 bottlesof house wine and get one free.

5 The Butts, Ave Rochdale OL16 1ESwww.tapasatlamancha.co.uk or for all bookings

Telephone 01706 713400

Dine in style tHe GOOD FOOD GuiDe

FABULOUS CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS

FROM FUDGE TO FASHION

OUR FAMOUS CHRISTMAS

CONFECTIONERY NOW IN OUR RETAIL

OUTLET

Fabulous Fudge Hampers Made To Order

Wholesale Customers Welcome.

FABULOUS CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IN

OUR MINI MALL.

Bistro Now Serving Our Splendid Winter Menu

Christmas Lunch Served Thoughout December

Party Bookings Welcome

COFFEE SHOP OPEN DAILY

Fabulous Range Of Coffee, Teas Cakes And

Snacks

FATHER CHRISTMAS VISITS US ON

Sunday 13th December / 20th December

Come See Him In His Fabulous Chocolate

Grotto

Sunday Lunch Served And Shops Open All Day

OPEN MON – SATURDAY 10AM – 5 PM

AND ALSO OPEN ON SELECTED

SUNDAYS IN DECEMBER

Spring Place, Market Street, Whitworth, OL12 8DN Tel: 01706 852795Open Mon-Sat, 10am – 5pm www.fudgevillage.co.uk

New evening menu available

until 9pm Wednesday to

Saturday

Children eat free between

4pm and 7pm when

accompanied by an adult.

Ring or email for details

and bookings

Book your next private party

at Bar 5 including Sundays.

Buffet menus available

5 South Parade Rochdale

OL16 1LR

01706 359800

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VeenasThe Veenas Restaurant Club is a beautiful, authenticIndian Restaurant. The restaurant itself is impeccablylaid out, with an elegant East meets West style,where attention to detail and exceptional service issecond nature.The Indian food at The Veenas Restaurant is uniquein both flavour and quality. They offer sophisticateddishes, laden with bursts of flavour. Indian dishes areauthentic recipes made from fresh produce, thefinest vegetables and the tastiest meats.Whatever your preference for Indian food; hot ormild, vindaloo or korma - The Veenas Restauranthas something for everyone.

Book on 01706 366 822 41 York Street Heywood OL10 4NN

rOse n BOwl restaurantThe Rose N Bowl is a well recognised pub andrestaurant, based in Stacksteads. It has been ownedby Lords the Caterers, Whitworth, for over 20 years.It offers a varied food menu but also offers atraditional carvery. The carvery offers a choice of upto four succulent roast joints, carved by the residentchef to your request.You can opt for the full three course carvery at£14.80 or just main course carvery at £7.95.On Thursday a special pensioners 2 course lunch isserved midday-2.30pm, only £4.99. Children & toddlers menus available. Early eveningspecial served Friday 5pm-6.30pmFood served Tuesday to Sunday midday- 8.30pm.

Newchurch Road Stacksteads OL13 0UG01706 879555

tHe watersiDe Bar restaurantThe restaurant is nestled in the heart of the pennines;a fantastic venue with beautiful views of thesurrounding Littleborough countryside, newlyrefurbished Rochdale canal and a small walk from thescenic Hollingworth Lake, yet the ambience is relaxedand continental. The restaurant portrays an intimateand relaxed lounge feel, with a comfortable sofaseating area for drinks on arrival or just to socialise withfriends and family. Using only the finest ingredients andproduce, Lisa & Kristan have combined traditionalcooking with a passion for Mediterranean andContinental cuisine, creating exciting and extensivevaried menus, from Lunchtime to A'la Carte.

Open Tues - Sunday Book on 01706 376 250

No1 Inghams Lane Littleborough OL15 0AYwww.thewatersideexperience.co.uk

mirCO restOrante italianOOwners Mirco and Erica have created a traditionalmenu that is inspiring and truly Italian. Choose froma menu prepared and served with flair andimagination. They have an excellent wine list whichvaries every month and a comfortable bar waitingarea. Special Sunday lunch offer served from12.30pm until 4.30pm - three courses for £13.95. Allday Sunday - 2 courses for £9.95.christmas day lunch one sitting 12.30 £35 kids upto 12 1/2 price £10 deposit required.

Now taking bookings for ChristmasBook on 01706 351 632

Open Tues - Sun 142 Market Street Whitworth OL12 8SZ

tHe FuDGe VillaGeBistro fudge offers a sumptuous dining experience,offering brunch, lunch or afternoon tea. With dishesfrom the traditional to the tastes of Asia, Bistro Fudgecaters for all and suits all pockets too. A children'smenu is available, so take the little ones along for atrue family experience. The wonderful coffee loungeserves fabulous cappuccinos and, as you wouldexpect, fudge cake to die for. Why not book your next children’s party, which willinvolve lots of chocolate making, party games and aspecial children's party menu. Willy Wonka will alsojoin in the fun! prices start from just £9.99 per child."

Spring Place, Market Street, Whitworth,OL12 8DN Tel: 01706 852795Open Mon-Sat, 10am – 5pm

www.fudgevillage.co.uk

tHaminThe Thamin's pledge is a simple one - to providediscerning diners with vintage Indian cuisine andclassic dishes from the subcontinent’s lavishgastronomic history. Curry is an extremely tasty andpopular cuisine, but it is a shame when people thinkthat the dishes they are eating, which are sometimespacked with artificial colours and flavours, are thesame as those that Indian people might eat in theirown home. The aim is to show that Indian food doesnot have to be an unhealthy indulgence - if prepared inthe right way our traditional foods can be as healthy asthey are delicious.The restaurant's renowned award-winning head chef,Sheikh Kamran, is a culinary purist who relishes theopportunity to demonstrate how traditional foodingredients can be adapted to suit the mostdiscerning local tastes.

Dearnley cottage New Road Littleborough OL15 8PL

Tel 01706 371 000 OPEN EVERY DAY. www.thamin.co.uk

Demetris CaFe & BistrOSituated within the Coach House in Littleborough youwill find Demetris Cafe & Bistro.It is a cafe during the day, but on Friday andSaturday evenings, you can also experiencefantastic Greek Nights. The night’s include GreekMezze, 15 courses, plate smashing, free ouzo and alive Bouzouki band. Great evening bookings only.The venue is also available for private Greek nights,we can seat up to 32 people.If you want the total Greek experience then bookyour table now.

Littleborough Coach House Lodge Street Littleborough

01706 378481 / 07889 868 954

tHe GallOwspeter and Judith McCormick invite you and yourfamily to their family friendly pub.Situated within easy reach of Hollingworth Lake, theGallows is open all day every day, servingexcellent value for money snacks and main meals.The pub offers real ales, with guest beers, plus aselection of fine wines. Quiz night Thursdays,Dereks Disco Saturday from 8pm.Food served Monday to Saturday midday - 7pmSunday midday - 6pm (inc Sunday Roast)

The Gallows Kiln Lane Milnrow OL16 3JWwww.thegallows.co.uk 01706 642898

tHe BirCHesChef John Kowalawski and his wife Helen are nowrunning The Birches. Chef John has introduced anexciting new tapas menu to accompany the existingmenu. Open for lunch and serving food Tuesdayfrom 12 - 2.30 evening from 6 - 8.30. Sat 12 -8 Sun12 - 7 Average prices are £10 for four Tapas disheswith a 3 course Sunday lunch at only £8.95.Screens all sporting events for non smoking andsmoking. Now taking bookings for Christmas.Xmas day lunch served til 3pmAdults £39.95 Child (up to 15yrs ) £15.95under 5's eat free. NEW YEARS EVE TicketONLY £10.

Market Street Whitworth Rochdale OL12 8RU TEL 01706 344119

mOss lODGeMoss Lodge, voted No.1 Hotel in Rochdale onTripAdvisor and winner of “Best Small Hotel” at the2008 Greater Manchester Tourism awards, wasrecently accredited for the second year running with5 Stars and a Silver Award from Visit Britain forQuality In Tourism.In addition to luxury hotel accommodation andevents venue, the restaurant is open for dinner tonon-residents; using the finest locally sourced andfreshly cooked ingredients to create a monthly tabled’hôte menu as well as daily chef’s specials, allreasonably priced at £30 for 4 courses.A seasonal Christmas Lunch and Dinner menu isnow also available for booking throughout December– prior booking is essential.

For reservations and enquiries: Tel: 01706 350555

E.mail: [email protected]

raj restaurantEnjoy the finest Indian Cuisine from a unique menuwith suitability for all tastes and preferences.The restaurant’s Tuesday evening special isavailable 6 - 9 pm with meals and drinks included inthe price of £15 per person.Or try their special Eat As Much As You Like menuonly £9.95 (excludes some dishes) available Sunday,Monday or Wednesday.Open Mon - Thurs 5pm - 12am Fri & Sat 5pm - 2amSun 4pm - midnight

444 - 446 Edenfield Road Norden Rochdale OL12 7PD

Tel 01706 713713tHe rake innAt The Rake Mediterranean Tapas you can enjoyexcellent food and wine, combined with a relaxedatmosphere and friendly service, within their beautiful16th century building. Steeped in history andcharacter, the summer months see customerseating, drinking and relaxing on the heated, cobbledterrace. Ingredients from around the globe are used in theirwide range of tapas dishes and ever changingspecials menu. Fresh fish, local farm meats, cheesesand innovative vegetarian dishes are all part of theRake Tapas experience. The new ice cream parlouris also a great favourite with children (old andyoung). A choice of wines, real ales, draught and bottledbeers are available to compliment your meal. Groupbookings can benefit from our lavish set banquet. Booking is not always necessary, open 7 eveningsand Fri/Sat/Sun lunch.OpEN ALL OVER XMAS AND NEW YEAR. Only£40 per head Xmas Day

Blackstone Edge Old Road Littleborough OL15 0JN

Tel: 01706 379689

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CHRISTMAS wORdSEARCH

COLOURING IN COMPETITION

KI DSZONE

competition

Show us your fantastic colouring

skills by colouring in our santa

and rudolf! The winner will

receive a prize and will be

published in the next issue.

please post your entries to:

STYLE KIDS, 13 Norden Lodge,

Clay Lane, Rochdale, OL11 5AS

please include your name, address,

tel no and age.

Entrants must be aged under 16.

Closing date 31st January.

WINNER

Congratulations toour drawing

competition winnerLouise Farrar, age 6,

from Norden.

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Kid's Stuff, based at

Duke Street Mill, off

Whitworth Road, has

everything you

could need for your

baby or child, from

prams to furniture.

It is a one-stop shop

for newborn babies to

children aged three

and a haIf.

Their extensive showroom

stocks all major brands, including Mamas and

Papas, Britax, Maclaren, Silver Cross and

Cosatto.

Kid's Stuff sell cots, bedding and matching

furniture, moses baskets, musical cot

mobiles, nursery wallpaper, rocking horses,

pushchairs, dolls prams, highchairs, car

seats, teething kits, feeding dishes, bottles,

childrens learning equipment and toys.

Following new legislation regarding car

seats, Kid's Stuff offers a car seat advisory

and fitting service for children from birth

to 12 years old.

They offer very competitive prices, with

plenty of sale items and great offers

instore.

kIDsTUFF Duke street Mill, Rochdale, ol12 0lW. (free parking)

opening hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, sat 10am-5pm Tel: 01706 645267 www.kidsstuffrochdale.co.uk

A SMALL DEPOSIT SECURES ANY ITEM

GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE

IT isn’t something parents always relish – finding the best andcomfiest shoes in which to send their children back to school, or for thatspecial occasion.

Luckily, a store which specialises in exclusive designer children’sfootwear for all occasions at a price which won’t hurt your pocket isright on your doorstep.

Run by Donna Stead, Little Toe Peep in Dale Street, Milnrow, nearRochdale, has proved to be a big favourite among people searching forstylish fashion for their youngsters.

Mother-of-two Donna, has owned the business for the last 3 1/2years and her shelves are crammed with the sort of top-name footwearwhich will make sure your children head back to school, enjoy a day outwith their friends or head to a family celebration with a real spring intheir step.

Lelli Kelly, Geox, Pom d Api, Replay, Babybotte, Converse, Replay,Step2wo are just some of the names you’ll find available at Little ToePeep.

“We've developed a really strong, loyal customer base and the factpeople keep coming back to see what we have to offer hopefully speaksvolumes about what we do,” says Donna.

“We pride ourselves on providing quality and catering for parents nomatter what their requirements are - whether it's a holiday, a familycelebration or the first day at school, we feel we’ve got the shoes to fitthe bill.”

“I offer a very personal service – all my staff are fully-trained fittersand the shop is family-friendly,” says Donna.

“There’s no hard sell and we take as much time as necessary tomake sure the customer gets the shoes they want and that they fitcorrectly.

The key to Little Toe Peep’s success, however, is that it offerssomething which will really make your child stand out from the crowd.

And the new website where customers can see and buy online isgoing really well.”

i FAMILY-FRIENDLY SHOP

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WISHING ALL OUR CUSTOMERS

A HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR

AND THANKYOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

OVER THE LAST 12 MONTHS

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BUY ONLINE AT www.l itt letoepeep.co.uk

i Miss Sixty i Lelli Kelly i Geox i Replay i Pom D Api i Babybotte i Converse and much more

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We have a great prize to offer to a lucky winner

who is looking to lose weight. Dietcare

provides personalised slimming programmes

based upon healthy eating and are offering a

free slimming course to one lucky reader. The

winner will receive a six-week slimming

course and signed copy of Norah Elizabeth

Lane’s book The 13-minute Diet. All you have

to do to be in with a chance of winning is

answer the question on page 60.

Also, there is a completely free diet and

lifestyle check for all readers who contact

Dietcare, mentioning Style. If that wasn’t

enough, the first 10 people will also receive a

free copy of The 13 Minute Diet.

Dietcare is run by Gill Meetoo, aged 52, a

successful slimmer, who lost four stone. She

opened her first Dietcare franchise, in Milnrow,

in March and took a second clinic, in Oldham,

in June.

Dietcare was founded in 1976. It uses a

revolutionary technique called the Burns,

which involves eating small and often, so you

are never hungry. This technique speeds up the

metabolism and helps weight loss enormously.

The diet programme is based on healthy eating

– real food with no supplements – and is said to

produce good and consistent weight losses for

all slimmers who follow the plan correctly. It

was included in the British Council’s British

Medicine Guide in 1978, and Dietcare has

received many endorsements and referrals from

the medical profession.

I have now been attending Dietcare, in Milnrow, since mid August and have

been encouraged by my weight loss so far.

It has been an effort at times, particularly when eating out, but the diet is

about eating real food, so there is always something on the menu that you

can eat.

I am now into a regular routine of nibbling throughout the day to boost my

metabolism and have lost a stone, without ever feeling hungry.EDITORColin Meredith

You ARE WHAT YOU EAT!

DO YOU GAIN WEIGHT EASILY?

ARE YOU ALWAYS HUNGRY?

HAVE YOU GAINED WEIGHT

AFTER PREGNANCY?

IS YOUR MEDICATION MAKING

YOU GAIN WEIGHT?

If you answer ‘yes’ to any of these

questions, your metabolism may be

slow, Dietcare can help.

Dietcare weight loss clinics offer:

n Individual diet and lifestyle check.

n Personal weight loss plans.

n Confidential one-to-one

appointments.

n Motivation, counselling and support.

n Spot reducing exercise.

n Metabolic rate assessment.

n Diets for medical conditions,

pregnancy, PCOS and fertility.

n Fully trained Royal Society of Public

Health (RSPH) accredited diet

advisers.

n High success rate.

Lose weight, feel great!

There are no gimmicks,

pills or powders.

dietcare was runner-up in the

prestigious small business

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sponsored by the daily mirror

newspaper, lloyds bank and

the federation of small

businesses.

one client of dietcare, from

rochdale, commented: “i

have now found dietcare - at

last something that works. i

never thought i would ever

lose this middle age spread –

gill and dietcare made it

possible – i feel like a new

woman.”

dietcare operates from

physio Works,

67 dale street, milnrow,

and can be contacted on

01706 541460 or

07947 442094.

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-WINTER GARDENING TIPS-Put frost protection fleece around tender

outdoor plants, especially in very cold

weather.

Prevent containers from freezing solid by

wrapping them with bubblewrap or bringing

them indoors.

Apply a thick mulch of composted bark or

coco-shell to the shrub border, to help

insulate plant roots from the frost.

Prune apples, raspberries, gooseberries,

blackcurrants.

Remove fallen leaves from the lawns and

borders, which may harbour pests and

diseases, to the compost heap.

Apply a winter tar wash to fruit trees in

December, to kill pests over-wintering in

the tree bark.

Winter is a good time to move plants

around, and compost those that have not

made the grade.

If the weather permits and the ground is not

too wet, this is still

a suitable time to plant spring flowering,

tulips and daffodils or

deciduous trees, shrubs, roses and hedging.

Leave those that are slightly tender for

spring planting.

Make sure all newly planted trees are

securely staked and tied.

Many perennial plants, which die down to

the ground at this time of year can now be

lifted and divided. A single clump can be

split to make from 2 to 20 or more, separate

new plants - great value!

Lag outdoor taps and pipes to stop them

bursting.

Remove dead leaves and debris from lawns,

to keep grass green and healthy.

Vegetable plots should normally have been

cleaned up and dug over by this time, to

allow the frost to work on the soil.

Put all dead leaves and vegetable waste into

a compost bin, to make your own garden

compost ready for the spring.

If it’s a mild winter, continue to cut the

lawn, if it’s growing, but raise the height of

the mower blades.

Scrub the patio/paving or blast with a

pressure washer.

Enjoy displays of evergreens, winter

flowers and attractive barks. Shrubs are

important for the winter months as they

provide structure, colour and scent.

Plan and prepare for the spring! n

Tim Baylis

Gordon Rigg Gardening Expert

Open as usual this Christmas!

Despite a blaze at Gordon Rigg, Kingsway, which

was battled by several fire crews from Rochdale

and Chadderton, the garden centre is open for

business as usual. The massive fire, which started at

around 8pm on the 10th October, raged for over 12 hours

and destroyed a quarter of the building. Sadly, the fire was

confined to the pet and aquatic centre and all of the

centre’s fish, a rabbit, guinea pigs and reptiles were killed.

However, two weeks later, staff found the sole survivor of

the blaze, Smokey the Gecko, who had hidden himself

away under two inches of sand when the fire broke out.

Hailed as a little miracle, Smokey is now the store’s pet

and very lucky mascot. A massive clean-up operation has

taken place and the centre is open as usual, with the

fantastic Christmas displays unaffected.

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‘THE BIGGEST, THE BEST AND STILL GROWING’

GORDON RIGGGARDEN CENTRES

GORDON RIGG GARDEN CENTRESTODMORDeN GARDeN CeNTRe

Rochdale Road (A6033), Walsden,

Todmorden, OL14 7TJ.

Tel: 01706 813374

OPeNiNG TiMes

MON-FRi 9AM-8PM

sAT 9AM-5.30PM suN 11AM-5PM

THe BOTTOMs MiLLs sHOP & CAFe

Rochdale Road (A6033), Walsden,

Todmorden, OL14 7UB,

Tel: 01706 817722

OPeNiNG TiMes

MON-sAT 9AM-5PM

suN 11AM-5PM

for quality, choice and value

Great day out for all the family

"EvErything you

nEEd for a fantastic

christMas"

ROCHDALe CeNTRe

Moss Bridge Road, Kingsway (A664),

Rochdale, OL16 4UX

Tel: 01706 356089

OPeNiNG TiMes

MON-FRi 9AM-8PM

sAT 9AM-5.30PM suN 11AM-5PM

www.gordonrigg-gardencentres.co.uk

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As the struggle to climb out of recession goes on, i’ve beenlooking at ways I can get my hard earned pennies to turn abetter investment than the banks are offering. A chanceconversation with a hack who works for a classic car magazinemay have given me the answer, a future classic car.

RENAULT CLIO WILLIAMSRenault produced three separate editionsof what most motoring commentatorsagree was, and still is, the ultimate hothatch. With a 2.0 litre, 150 bhp engine itmay not be as fast as the new generationbut with its excellent handling andextraordinary levels of grip, the ClioWilliams can’t help but make you smile,turning even a trip to the shops into thehighlight of the day.Quite a few of these cars will have been‘modded’ to wring-out a bit of extrapower and had mega-watt stereos fitted,so my tip is to restore any defiled car to itsoriginal spec for the best return in thelong-term. Do a search on the internet anda car in need of a little work could cost alittle as £1,000.

AUDI S2It is amazing what a TV show can do forcar values; since Ashes to Ashes hit thescreen, prices of the Audi Quattro, thefirst Rally bred 4x4, have skyrocketed. Abrief search reveals that even a restorationproject Quattro starts at £5k, which to memakes it a classic now, not a future one.There is an alternative however, the S2. The S2 was a performance hatchbackdeveloped with Porsche and combined the

Audi 80 and Quattro. The performancefigures are pretty impressive, even bymodern standards; 220bhp, 0-60 in 5.8seconds (on par with a modern PorscheCayman), and a top speed of around 155mph.All of this is available in a car that isavailable for around £3k in perfectlyserviceable condition. Build quality wassound and that is reflected in the numberof cars still around. Driving is great fun andthe retro early 90’s looks will turn manymore heads than the bland-by-comparisson Audi TT will do!

CITROEN XMStraight away you may think - why wouldthis unpopular executive French car makea future classic? The extreme, slender, andwell-proportioned Bertone design was notto all tastes, especially to those in themarket for executive German metal, ormore conservative British steel.That said, many enthusiasts seem to thinkthe XM is on the verge of classic status andwith cars available from around £500, itmay be well worth a punt. Thanks to therelative simplicity of the mechanics, DIYjobs are quite easy, although watch out forany Automatic gearboxes, which can causeproblems if servicing has been neglected.

FORD FIESTA XR2IThe third generation Fiesta is just aboutbecoming collectable and the car we allwanted at the time was the XR2i. Livelyand entertaining, the little Fiesta is simpleto maintain with a plentiful supply of cheapparts knocking about.I should claim a vested interest at this pointas I have just bought a 1990 G Reg car for£300, which with a bit of work and somewelding, will entertain me for years tocome. Cars can be had for as little as £200but at this range, expect plenty ofoxidisation and air being drawn thoughteeth when it comes to MOT time!

As with all the best investment advice,values of your car can go down as wellas up, but if you lose money on the stockmarket, all you get left with is a prettybit of paper, even if your car becomesworthless on paper, you still havesomething you cantake out and thrashat the weekends!

Future ClassiCs

Now, one man’s future classic is another man’s shed but at the prices these

cars are going for, it will be hard to lose too much money in the long term.

Here are my pick of the bunch.

Mark D’Apice Motoring Expert

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Lancashire Wallpaper & Paint Co

Sudden Mill, Manchester Road, Rochdale. OL11 4QR

www.lancashirewallpaper.co.uk

email [email protected].

Tel: 01706 638431 - Fax: 01706 759799

OPEN: Mon - Fri 8-5.30 Sat 9-5 Sun 10-4

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We have hundreds of decorating

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Springhill Hospice's 20th Anniversary celebrations closed with aspectacular Grand Masquerade Ball, at Rochdale Town Hall, onSaturday 17th October. Following a Champagne Reception, the200 guests - many of whom had entered into the spirit of thenight by wearing Venetian masks - were treated to a deliciousfive course meal and a dramatic display by the FusiliersAssociation (Lancs.) Drum Corps. Guests then enjoyed close-upmagic from the brilliant Harry Robson, a cabaret spot performedby Maxine Barrie (winner of the very first Stars In Their Eyesseries as Shirley Bassey) and dancing to Cole Page and hisSwing Band. Springhill Hospice Chairman, Margaret GeogheganMBE, welcomed the guests and a specially made 20thAnniversary cake was cut by Mrs Geoghegan, to be distributedto patients and families back at the hospice. A raffle and auctionraised £3,500 on the night. Guests included the Mayor andMayoress of Rochdale, Paul Rowen MP, Colin Fielding(Rochdale Man of the Year 2008), Sue Verity (Rochdale Womanof the Year 2009), staff, volunteers, trustees and patrons ofSpringhill Hospice, along with supporters old and new.

KEEP THE HOSPICEGOING

Remember it in your will.

Leaving a gift to Springhill

Hospice will help safeguard it’s

future. Get a leaflet from Ian

Jenkins, just call 01706 649920.

Springhill Hospice, Broad Lane,

Rochdale, OL16 4PZ.

www.springhill.org.uk

HOSPICE CELEBRATES IN STYLE

sprinGHillHOsPICe NeWs

The Rochdale Exchange Shopping

Centre recently hosted a fashion show

in aid of Springhill Hospice.

Hundreds of shoppers gathered to

watch eight models show off the latest

trends, from River Island, Bay

Trading, D2 and New York Laundry,

with make up from Boots.

The girls took part in four shows in

the centre of the shopping csentre,

helping to remind the huge crowd of

shoppers that Rochdale is the place to

shop. Three of the models, who were

also members of Accrington based

JDE Just Dance, wowed the crowds

with a newly choreographed routine.

Collectors from Springhill Hospice

were on hand throughout the four

shows, with generous shoppers

helping to raise £258.

FASHION SHOW FOR HOSPICE

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY…

SAT 5TH DEC - THE VERY BEST OF BRASS

AND COMEDY featuring Brighouse & Rastrick

Band with Norman Prince and guests, Rochdale

Youth Band at the Gracie Fields Theatre commencing

at 7:30pm. Tickets, priced at £15 and £12.50 (conc),

available from Sandifords Gallery, Drake Street,

Rochdale (01706 646563 - card facilities available)

and Springhill Hospice Fundraising Office (01706

649920 - card facilities available).

SUN 6TH DEC - FATHER CHRISTMAS FUN

RUN around Hollingworth Lake commencing at

11am. Registration Fee of £10 includes Santa suit (£5

if you already have one!). Please contact Springhill

Hospice Fundraising Office for more details (01706

649920).

FRI 11TH DEC - LIGHTS OF LOVE SERVICES

at the Hospice at 2pm and 6pm. Please contact

Springhill Hospice Fundraising Office (01706

649920) to reserve your seat or make a dedication to

display on the trees around the Borough or at the

Hospice.

THURS 24TH DEC - CAROL SINGING around the

tree in Wardle village centre with Wardle School

Band. Commences at 6.30pm, everybody welcome.

Any proceeds will go to the Hospice.

THE 2010 SPRINGHILL HOSPICE

CALENDAR NOW ON SALEAT ALL HOSPICE SHOPS AND OTHER OUTLETS CALL

01706 649920 FOR MORE DETAILS.

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SO YOU WANT TO BE A STAR?DRAMA WORKSHOPS FOR CHILDREN, TEENAGERS & ADULTS.

Colin, who trained at rose Bruford College of

speech & Drama, in London, over 30 years ago,

still works as an actor, but has also experience as

a professional agent, producer, and director.

entry to the acting profession has changed

dramatically and there are now opportunities to

anyone who is willing to make the commitment.

Their recent successes include young rochdale

actress, shannon Flynn, who is currently filming in

the new series of Waterloo road and Harrison

rhodes who has just joined the cast of Hollyoaks.

StarStruck theatre School is celebrating it ongoing success, of over 15 years, coaching drama

and dance to children of all ages. Colin Meredith & ann Parkinson have now decided to launch a drama

class for adults. If you have ever thought of trying some acting, or want an opportunity to have some

creative time in your life, then joining starstuck theatre school could be for you. The adult drama

workshops cover a number of acting skills, voice techniques and will improve your confidence in whatever

you do in life. The sessions include theatre games and the basics of acting techniques including voice and

body work, improvisation, and some script work. It's low pressure, engaging, entertaining and certainly a lot

of laughs.

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Hi-de-Hi - It’s panto time!Making her debut in panto this year at Middleton will bespecial guest star Nikki Kelly. Fondly remembered as Sylviafrom one of the nation’s all time favourite comedy classics

‘Hi-de-Hi’, talented actress Nikki will be swapping heryellow coat for cloak and crown to take on the role of TheWicked Queen in this Mark Andrews & Link4Life production.

will open at Middleton Arena on Friday 4December until Sunday 27 December. This spectacularfairytale pantomime brings to the stage an adventure ofromance and intrigue carrying you into a magical kingdomwhere dreams really do come true.

The fantastic £15mMiddleton Arena and its500 seat purpose builtauditorium

Chris Addisonlive atMiddletonArenaAfter the recent sell-outsuccesses of Rich Hall andLee Mack, another top TVcomedian will appear at theMiddleton Arena in 2010 aspart of a national tour.

Tickets are selling now for on Sunday 14

February.

Chris from BAFTA Award-winning BBC2 comedy 'TheThick of It', 'In the Loop','Live at the Apollo', 'Skins'and 'Lab Rats' is back witha brand new stand up show.

For tickets ring the 24 hourticket line 0871 230 0010or buy online atwww.seetickets.com(booking fee applies). Alsoavailable from the Arenabox office.

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With wonderful songs and comic performances it promises to be afantastic family show in this great new venue. Tickets are on salenow from the Arena Box Office on 0844 855 4020. Also availablethrough a 24 Hour Ticket Line on 0870 264 3333 or buy online atwww.seetickets.com (booking fee applies).

A gift of fitnessFed up with buying the same old presentsevery year? Our Christmasmay be just what you are looking for. Onsale now from Link4Life Fitness Centres,this special 3-month all-inclusivemembership voucher can be given as agift and only starts to run from the first dayof use.

brings together over sixty paintings, sculptures andceramics by leading artists working in Britain during this timeincluding Henry Moore, Lucian Freud, Sir Eduardo Paolozzi andJacob Epstein - artists considered controversial at the time butnow regarded as some of the most groundbreaking artists ofthe 20th century.

And don't miss the fantastic new heritage exhibition atTouchstones Rochdale opening on 16 November.

brings to life some of the weird andwonderful stories from the area featuring local writers past andpresent. Spanning hundreds of years it features folklore, dialectwriting and modern fiction in a hands on, family friendly exhibitionwith objects from the museum, archive and gallery collections.

Touchstones Rochdale is open 7 days a week, entry is free withcafe and shop.

At the edge of British Art

Lucian Freud, Woman’s Head with Yellow Background © The Artist

TO FIND OUT MORE

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PAMPER & SOOTHE Just Bras held a Pamper & Soothe evening on 29

October to launch their new autumn and winter

collection. Models, Katie and Claudette, entertained

the guests by strutting their stuff on the catwalk.

FUNDRAISING SUCCESS

The fundraising Freemasons of Rochdale joined together in

October with the recipients of their charitable donations.

Over the past year, 44 different charities have benefited from

donations from the 14 lodges based in Rochdale. One

hundred and forty guests attended the event, which was held

at The Freemasons Hall, in Rochdale, and the evening

celebrated donations of over £51,000. Invited guests included

The Mayor and Mayoress Councillor Keith Swift and Ms

Susanne Etchells, who were entertained by a string quartet

from Rochdale Music Service. A raffle held during the

evening raised a further £700 for the mayors chosen charities.

COMMUNITY...

The Sky Television

cameras paid a visit to

Rochdale AFC recently to

feature the clubs up and

coming talent in their skill

school feature on Soccer

AM. Young players

Callum Byrne and Dennis

Sherriff pitted their ball

skills against each other

with Callum coming out

on top.

KEEP IT UP

BOOSTING THE CHARITY POT

The Mayor of Whitworth,

Councillor Marie Gibbons, held

a fundraising Charity Ball at The

Riverside in October. Councillor

Gibbons and her Consort and

husband, Mr Mark Gibbons,

welcomed 130 guests to the

Riverside, who were treated to a

sumptuous four-course dinner,

provided by Lords the Caterers of

Whitworth. Entertainment was

provided by Dino, a local

Whitworth man with a power-

house voice, who kept everyone

entertained throughout the

night. Guests were also treated to

a performance by local dance

troupe Ecstasy, who won their

slot at the Mayor’s Charity Ball at

the Rossendale’s Got Talent

competition earlier on in the

year. The girls had developed

a Michael Jackson themed

routine especially for the

occasion.

The evening also featured a

raffle and auction, with all

proceeds from the night, just

over £2,500, going into the

charity pot. Councillor

Gibbons said: “Mark and I

had a fabulous evening, and I

am indebted to everyone

who contributed to make it such

a night to remember. I’m

delighted with the amount of

money we raised from this event,

all of which will be donated to

Whitworth causes at the end of

my year in office in May.”

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Mr Smalley also provided, what in the 1930’s was a

substantial fund to maintain the building. Unfortunately,

this legacy has been used to maintain the structure over

and above the income derived from the various users.

Although the building itself is sound, the income the Hall

receives is spent on the expensive use of heating and

insurance. In recent years, some of the larger windows

have been replaced and a new gas heating system has

been installed, meaning savings have dwindled.

In the near future, the Hall is desperately in need of a new

heating system and a fresh coat of paint. The floor also

needs sanding and re-varnishing and the dividing doors

need replacing. A long-term solution would be to install a

false ceiling, which would drastically reduce heating bills.

Without the required improvements, the Community Hall

may have to close, which would be a terrible loss for all

the present and future users.

Anyone who would like to volunteer, make a donation or

help out in any other way is urged to contact

[email protected] n

COmmunity Hall unDer tHreat

The Richard Bentley Smalley Memorial

Hall, on Thornham Lane, in Slattocks, was

built at the expense of Mr R B Smalley in

the 1930’s and given to the residents of the

area. It has since provided a much needed

community facility, used by uniformed

organisations, senior citizens, a karate

club, drama group, sunday school and for

band practices.

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wHat’s On DeC-janIN AND AROUND ROCHDALESat 21 Nov – Sat 9 JanMother GooseAt Oldham Coliseum. The much lovedtraditional pantomime promises to be biggerand better than ever this year, with crazycostumes, stunning sets and the fabulousFine Time Fontayne returning as the Dame.Tickets can be booked on 0161 624 2829 oronline at www.coliseum.org.uk.

Tues 1 Dec – Tues 5 JanExhibition of work by RochdaleArtists GroupAt Number Ten, 10 Baillie Street,Rochdale, OL16 1JG. Open Mon - Sat.9am – 5pm, Sun 10am – 4pm & late nightThurs till 7pm. *Closed 25th, 26th, 27th &28th Dec. Re-open Tues 29th Dec. Moredetails: 01706 354076.

Thurs 3 DecChristmas Carol Concert Milnrow Parish Church at 7.30pm.Featuring performances from the childrenof Milnrow Parish Primary School , NewheyCommunity Primary School and CrossgatesPrimary School . Refreshments will beserved. Tickets: £3 per adult, £2 per child.Contact: MedEquip4Kids on 0161 798 1600for more details.

Fri 4 DecUnder 18's Battle Of The Bands FinalAt The Back Door Music Project, TheBroadwater Centre, Smith St, Rochdale.Doors open 7.30pm - 11pm, entrance £3on the door. Membership available. Forfurther details ring Carol on 07989 085 034.

Fri 4 DecRochdale versus CancerAt Studds, Spotland Stadium, Rochdale,8pm - 1am. Manchester’s legendary clubnight ‘Common People’. DJs - BenLivingstone, Melanie Carter Morris, DaveSweetmore. A britpop / indie night inconnection with the manchester versuscancer event. £6 on the door or advancetickets from ticketline.

Fri 4 Dec – Sun 27 DecSleeping BeautyMark Andrews Productions and MiddletonArena proudly presents Sleeping Beauty - Aspectacular fairytale pantomime for all the family.Directed by and starring Craig Cowdroy ashilarious Nanny Nora and guest starring NikkiKelly from Hi-De-Hi as the evil Morgana.Tickets: Adults - £12.50, Concessions - £11,Family Ticket - £43 (2 Adults & 2 Children).Bookings: 0870 264 3333.

Sat 5 DecThree Course Christmas Buffet LunchAt Rochdale Unitarian Church, SpotlandRoad from 11.45am. Price £8.00. Formore details call 01706 649015.

Thurs 17 DecChristmas MusicAt Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre.Littleborough Senior Band, 6pm-8pm.

Fri 18, Sat 19 & Sun 20 DecRochdale Christmas MarketA Christmas market selling a range of foodand Christmas gifts for all the family will besituated on The Butts, 9am – 5pm. Therewill also be children’s funfair rides andstreet theatre. Visitwww.rochdaletowncentre.co.uk or call01706 926676 for more information.

Mon 21 DecChristmas TrailAvailable throughout the holidays, collect atrail from Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centreand explore the lake for yourself; lookingfor clues along the way. This trail is suitablefor all the family. All Day, duration: 2-3hours, self-led. More details: 01706 373421.

Thurs 24 DecCarol Singing Around the tree in Wardle village centrewith Wardle School Band. Commences at6.30pm, everybody welcome. Proceeds tothe Hospice.

Thurs 24 DecChristmas MusicAt Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre.Salvation Army Band, 11am-1pm.

Thurs 31 DecNew Years Eve Family CelebrationAt The Riverside, Whitworth Civic Hall,starts 8pm. Family celebration includes hotsupper party games & disco. Adults - £15,children - £10, under 2's free. For moredetails call: 01706 854130.

Fri 1 JanA walk in the parkClear away the cobwebs and join theCountryside Rangers on this New YearsDay walk around the Country Park andsurrounding areas. Meet 11.30am, at

Sat 5 DecChristmas concertBy One Accord Folk Group at RochdaleUnitarian Church, Spotland Road at 7.30pm. Price adults - £7.50, children - £3.Mince pies and mulled wine included.

Sat 5 DecThe Very Best of Brass and Comedy Featuring Brighouse & Rastrick Band withNorman Prince and guests, RochdaleYouth Band at the Gracie Fields Theatrecommencing at 7:30pm. Tickets, priced at£15 and £12.50 (conc), available fromSandifords Gallery, Drake Street, Rochdale(01706 646563 - card facilities available)and Springhill Hospice Fundraising Office(01706 649920 - card facilities available).

Sat 5 Dec - Thurs 7 JanThomas Powell - ExhibitionDrawings, prints & paintings of Lancashire& its people. Mon to Fri: 1.30pm - 4.00pmat The Coach House, Lodge Lane,Littleborough. More details: 01706378481.

Sun 6 DecEngine House in Steam & ChristmasFairAt Ellenroad Engine House, ElizabethanWay, Rochdale. With stalls and live musicfrom The Moonshiners. Admission from11am, steaming midday - 4pm. Adults £3,Concessions £2, Family £8. More details:01706 881952.

Sun 6 DecFather Christmas Fun Run Around Hollingworth Lake commencing at11am. Registration Fee of £10 includes Santasuit (£5 if you already have one!). Pleasecontact Springhill Hospice Fundraising Officefor more details (01706 649920).

Sun 6 DecFather Christmas & Reindeer ParadeA parade will make its way from the top ofYorkshire St at midday, made up of realreindeers, Father Christmas, a brass band,street theatre artists, children from localprimary schools and much more. Thereindeers will also be in a pen on TheButts from 1pm-4pm.

Thurs 10 DecChristmas MusicAt Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre.Littleborough Senior Band, 6pm-8pm.

Fri 11 DecLights of Love Services At the Hospice at 2pm and 6pm. Pleasecontact Springhill Hospice FundraisingOffice (01706 649920) to reserve your seator make a dedication to display on the treesaround the Borough or at the Hospice.

Sat 12 DecChristmas MusicAt Rochdale Exchange Shopping Centre.Salvation Army Band, 10am-1pm, DebroseChoir 2pm-3.30pm.

COLOUR ADVERTS ARE 3 TIMES MORE EFFECTIVE THAN BLACK & WHITE.SOURCE: THE CONVERSION STUDY 2003. NEWSPAPER SOCIETY, MILLWARD BROWN.

TO ADVERTISE IN ROCHDALE STYLEPUBLICATION THEN PLEASE

CALL 01706 710 810IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.

Hollingworth Lake Visitor Centre,Rakewood Road Littleborough. Formore information call: 01706 373421.

Fri 1 Jan Bird ID & Bird BoxesPromoting the RSPB big garden birdwatch, join this short bird walk followedby a bird box making workshop. Cost formaterials £2.50 if you take home the box.Free if you leave the box for the park.Meet 11.30am, at Hollingworth LakeVisitor Centre, Rakewood RoadLittleborough. For more informationcall: 01706 373421.

Weds 6 JanFusilier Association meetingOnce a Fusilier – Always a Fusilier.Rochdale Branch of the FusilierAssociation meets the first Wednesdayof the month at Rochdale TransportClub, Baron St, Rochdale, at 8pm. Forfurther information contact theSecretary Mr Elwin Pickup on 01706712370.

Sun 24 Jan Wedding FairAt The Best Western Broadfield ParkHotel. 12noon – 4pm, bridal fashionshow at 2pm. Showcasing a number ofwedding suppliers, including chair coverand room dressers, bridal shops,photographers, videographers, a casino,chocolate fountain, toastmaster, singers,make-up artists, cake supplier,stationers, handmade jewellery andmuch more. For more details contactPaul Wright on 07843 098456.

Sat 30 JanThe Clone Roses & DJ Dave SweetmoreAt Studds, Spotland Stadium, Rochdale,8pm - 1am. Tickets £10 advance fromthe club shop and ticketline.

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Mark Andrews Productions and

MIDDLETON ARENAproudly presents Rochdale Borough’s finest professional pantomime

4-27 December 200924 Hour Ticket Line0870 264 3333www.seetickets.com*

TICKETS: £12.50 Adults £11.00 Concessions £43.00 Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2 Children)

A spectacular fairytale pantomime for all the family

Middleton Arena, Corporation Street, Middleton, M24 1AG. www.middletonarena.com Arena Box Office: 0844 855 4020

with special guest star

NIKKI KELLYHi-de-Hi’s ‘Sylvia’ as the

Wicked Queen

Directed by and Starring

CRAIG COWDROYas Hilarious Panto Dame

Nanny NoraSupported by full professional cast and theAnita Tymcyshyn Dancers.

*Booking Fee

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