Unfortunately it is impossible to include all information submitted about each facility in a single newsletter, however all forwarded information will be kept for future reference. The next edition will be distributed March 2017 - any new information will be required by early February latest. If you would like to feature in the next edition, or have any queries regarding the newsletter, please do not hesitate to contact Mandy Eccles at:

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CONTENTSIntroduction 2News and Announcements 3 - 4 Achievements, Highlights, Successes 5 - 7Parish Plan updates 8 Community Involvement 9Youth Group Activities 10Sports Clubs 11Group Social Activities 12Monthly Group Social Activities 13 Diary - November / December / January / February 14 - 17 Village Amenities (including opening times) 18 Getting Around / Road Safety 19Pet Owners / Dog Fouling / Horse Riding 20Rixton Claypits / Outdoor Pursuits 21Parish Council / Public Services / Libraries 22 - 23 WBC / East Warrington Area Manager 24 Police / Important Contacts / Homewatch 25 Facilities Information / Venues for Hire 26 - 29Contact Directory 30 - 31

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Welcome to the 30th edition of the Rixton-with-Glazebrook’s ‘in the know’ newsletter produced by the Hamilton Davies Trust (HDT). The newsletter has been going for 10 years now and I would like to thank HDT for continuing to support this much valued form of communication to residents and facility users - keeping the Parish linked and informed. A big thank you also to the kind volunteers who willingly and cheerfully distribute a copy to your door 3 times a year - many having helped since the first edition in 2007. Your Community Shop is doing well but needs your support - to find out how see p.3. Also one of our key facilities - the Community Hall needs your input - see p.4. For community events taking place see pages 14-17 for dates and times. For further information about facilities, groups and their events visit: rixtonwithglazebrook.net

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Despite Hollins Green Community Shop increasing in popularity and establishing itself as a hub in the heart of the community, it still needs to increase its sales! It is vital that we show our support in order for the shop to reach the level of sales it needs to help it be sustainable and to allow for its future development and for unforeseen repairs and replacements. So, why not pop in and see what it has to offer.In order to help the shop reach its fundraising target, a fundraising event has been organised at The Community Hall, Hollins Green on Friday 11th November at 7:30pm. Local award winning DJ and male vocalist Simon Roscoe will be performing tracks and hosting what guarantees to be a fantastic evening. Tickets are on sale at the shop at £10 per person (strictly over 18’s) which includes a hot supper, provided by The Black Swan. There are also some amazing prizes, to be auctioned on the night. So why not get together with friends, the community, and all the staff and volunteers at the village shop for a boogie, bite and beverage - the more the merrier! Your support as always is very much appreciated and all proceeds will go to the sustainability of your local shop. Stuck for ideas for Christmas presents? Then don’t be. Following the success of the shop’s Christmas Hampers last year, they will again be offering a bespoke service. Customers can choose from any of the gorgeous Christmas products on sale in the shop, which best suit their family member or friend. For a small charge, the chosen goods will be put together to create a beautifully decorated bespoke festive hamper. Spend as little or as much as you like - feel free to pop in to browse their fantastic selection.More volunteers needed - if interested, please call into the shop to leave your details or phone 0161 775 7022. See p.18 for address/opening times. After positive feedback from the last carnival, the aim is to hold the next Rixton-with-Glazebrook Carnival on Saturday 24th June in beautiful weather conditions! The first group meeting for Carnival 2017 will be held Tuesday 8th November 8pm at the Scout Centre, Hollinfare Village Green. Anyone wishing to get involved in helping to plan,organise and run the event should try and go along to the meeting. If interested, please contact Neil Fairfax on 0161 777 6957 or at fairfaxfamily@talktalk.net

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In the next couple of months there will be a survey dropping through your letter box asking for your opinion on our Parish Community Hall. The Hall was built in 1972 and has gone from being a hub of activity to, more recently, an under-used resource. Due to its current condition and high maintenance cost, there have been discussions about refurbishing, altering or rebuilding the Hall. The Community Hall Management Committee, as part of their considerations towards planning for the Hall’s future, wish to know your views. Please take time to complete and return the survey when it pops through your door.

Glazebrook Residents’ Action Group invite Parish residents of all ages to join them at their annual ‘Carols on the Green’- see p.16 for details.The Group wish to thank all who volunteer their time to this event and The Black Swan for donating a marquee - ensuring the carols can go ahead whatever the weather!

Following the backing of the Parish Council the ‘Shine the Light’ project has moved forward. Plans have been drawn up and submitted to Warrington Borough Council for planning permission to install 4 ground level lights in the road around the Cenotaph edging stones in order to gently uplight the war memorial.

Rixton Methodist Church extends a warm welcome to Stephen Froggatt who has taken over as Reverend from Jackie Bellfield. The Parish wishes Jackie all the best in her new appointment on the Wirral.

The local bus service Rural Rider has recently made changes to their timetable. To view the revised times and stops please visit our community website rixtonwithglazebrook.net If you wish to find out more about the service itself contact details are on p.19.Having added splashes of floral colour to Irlam and Cadishead as part of their ‘In Bloom’ project, The Rotary Club of Irlam have now turned their attention to the festive season and their Santa float tours of the district. See p.15 for dates and times and p.9 for Rotary contacts.

Glazebrook Post Office now has Christmas cards, bags and 2017 diaries and calenders on sale - with profits from all sales once again going to Clatterbridge Hospital Cancer Centre on the Wirral.

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Many congratulations to Hollins Green Cubs who have gained the highest award in Cubs - the Chief Scout’s Silver Award. A lot of hard work and commitment was put in to achieving all their challenge badges and many activity badges and this was rewarded by receiving their certificate from the County Commissioner for Cubs. The thirty boys and girls who make up the Cubs pack have enjoyed a hectic year celebrating 100 years of Scouting. Following a day at Blackpool Pleasure Beach with the North West Region, they enjoyed a memorable weekend’s camping and games at Capesthorne Hall with over a thousand Cubs from all over Cheshire. The climbing walls of the North West Face in Warrington and paddling on kayaks at Grappenhall provided further exciting challenges as did their weekend’s camp at Waddecar in June where they tried shooting, indoor bouldering, raft building and canoeing. Cubs have recently returned from Linnet Clough Camp near Stockport where they braved the Cavebus and The Cube, which wasn’t easy! Three teams took part in the District Survival competition in October where they engaged their fire-lighting, cooking and shelter building skills. The year continues with a Cub 100 campfire in November and finishes with a very special birthday celebration at LA Bowl, The Jungle and Jump Nation when Cubs will renew their promise. Our huge thanks go to all the volunteer leaders and young leaders and especially to Anja who has helped our Cubs pack grow from strength to strength. Anja steps down as Cub Leader and we wish her well in her new adventures. For contact details for Beavers, Cubs and Scouts see p.10.

The hundreds of Harvest Festival gifts, kindly given to St. Helen’s Church were donated to the Homeless Centre in Warrington run by the Salvation Army. The church’s new altar cloth, donated by Cliff and Doreen Herridge, was dedicated by Rev. John Macaulay along with new altar linen donated by the Friends of St. Helen’s Church. The Friends continue to host various talks and musical evenings and enjoy an annual trip together, this year to Llandudno. They are looking forward to their Christmas event on 8th December. St. Helen’s Sunday School attendences continue to rise and, due to demand, lessons continued throughout the Summer for the first time ever.

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Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-school children are enjoying gathering and chatting on their new outdoor decking, picnic bench and beanbags. In July there was not a dry eye in the house as children performed songs and dances followed by a leaver’s presentation that looked back at their time at Pre-school. The staff wish them all the best for the future. To find out more about Pre-school places - see p.10 for contact details.

St. Helen’s Primary School staff were very proud of their pupils at the end of term performances as Key Stage 2 children entertained audiences with their play ‘School Days - the best days of our life’, and Year 6 led a moving and meaningful church service in which they shared their memories and hopes and dreams for the future. The staff wish the school leavers every future happinesss and success. School continue to offer a range of after school activities including Choir on Mondays; Ethos Groups on Tuesday; Fusion Dance Classes (see p.10) and Contact Rugby for Years 3-6. Recently some Key Stage 2 children took part in Fencing classes before school on Tuesday mornings which were very popular, even though it meant an early 8am start! Children in Y5 received Bike Ability training recently to learn how to be safe on the road. Football and sports coaching sessions continue thanks to the generous funding from the Hamilton Davies Trust (HDT). In the autumn term HDT also helped school organise a litter pick and a Drugs Awareness talk - see p. 7. School have recently signed up to Twitter – you can follow them on St Helen’s C.E. PS @sthelensCEPS To find out more about the various school activities visit: www.hollins-green.eschools.co.ukMembers of Hollins Green Sequence Dancing classes spent an enjoyable weekend in Llandudno and are looking forward to their forthcoming dancing break in St. Annes in February 2017.

Over 40 Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery volunteers enjoyed an evening get together at Boysnope Golf Club in October. The Friends group has now been operating for six years, during which time many friendships have been formed. Due to ongoing improvements, the cemetery received the Green Flag Award for the fourth year running.

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Hamilton Davies Trust (HDT) aims to provide continued and enhanced charitable support to Irlam, Cadishead and Rixton-with-Glazebrook. Community groups are encouraged to apply to HDT for help - phone 0161 222 4003 or email hello@hamiltondavies.org.uk To download a grant application form visit hamiltondavies.org.ukGrant applications are considered bi-monthly - the next Trustees meeting will be held 30th November.

At the May 2016 Trustees meeting HDT awarded match funding of £15,000 to St. Helen’s School to enable them to extend the classroom used by Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-school, due to the popularity and demand for full-day sessions. Also, following the very positive feedback received last year, HDT funded Peter Dwan to provide drugs education again this year to class 5 pupils. Head Teacher Christine Smith said:“The drugs talk was very age appropriate and delivered such an important message.” Community groups have also benefitted from HDT’s support with printing and publicity for their Summer and Autumn fundraising events and activities and the continued promotion of their news and events via the ‘in the know’ and the community websiterixtonwithglazebrook.net

In October HDT hosted their third Volunteer Thank You event to show their appreciation for the generosity of local residents who take time to give something back, in support of HDT, to the community in which they live. A good night was had by all.

Residents and visitors to the district can once again enjoy the many Christmas lights that brighten the Parish during the festive season. HDT are busily maintaining, repairing and replacing connections and tree lights to hopefully ensure the Parish is well and truly lit up!

Throughout 2016 the iTea & Biscuits courses have benefitted many learners and will continue to do so into the New Year. These popular sessions support local residents in learning about the wonderful world of online, helping them to improve their IT and digital skills and understanding of social media. The next 8 week course commences Thursday 19th January 2017. To book a place contact David Taylor on 0161 222 4003 or david@hamiltondavies.org.uk

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Parish Plan - Action Group UpdateThe Parish Plan Group are looking for a new Secretary to take over the role from Helen Weight. If anyone wishes to find out what the role entails they can contact Helen on 07530 895677 or the group’s Chair Pete Higson on pete.s.higgy@btinternet.com on 0161 775 2802.

Look of the Parish Action GroupPlanters around the Parish have added Summer colour thanks to the group’s volunteers who have been pruning, watering, planting and maintaining these. Litter is an ongoing problem, but is much improved thanks to the regular Parish Litter Picks. The next one is Saturday 11th February, meeting at the Black Swan at 10am - see p.17 for details. More hands are needed so please support this if you can. The group continues to help address dog fouling by providing doggy bags - see p.20 for how to report incidents of dog fouling.

Getting Around Action GroupFollowing a request by the Group, a recent traffic survey was carried out on Glazebrook Lane which highlighted a substantial number of vehicles travelling over and above the police enforcement speeds. The outcome is that 9 new 30mph camera signs will be erected from the A57 traffic lights all through the village to Woolden Road. As a result of the survey the Police are also looking at specific places and times to locate mobile radar cameras along the lane. On the cycling front, the Group continue to attend East Neighbourhood Meetings to push for proposed cycle routes along the A57.

Recreation & Leisure Action GroupA guided ‘Winter Walk’ within the Parish is being organised by the Group for Sunday 8th January - see p.16 or details. Everyone most welcome.

Social and Community Action GroupThe Parish Plan Group could use the IT skills of a young volunteer to assist with social media and group mail shots. If you are interested in lending a hand and want some volunteering experience to add to your CV, please get in touch - contacts below.

Next meeting - Wednesday 15th February 7.30pm, Glazebrook MethodistParish Plan Chair - Pete Higson - info@rwgparishplan.net

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POLICE COMMUNITY SUPPORT OFFICER (PCSO)PCSO Bethan Roberts continues to patrol our village. Joint Police and local ward councillor surgeries provide opportunities for you to discuss any issues or concerns which are affecting you or your community - see diary dates. A monthly news bulletin is produced by Cheshire Constabulary which highlights community engagement and priority action taken in our area - visit cheshire.police.uk then hover over the Warrington area marked on the map and click on Warrington East for information for the Rixton & Woolston area.Residents can also sign up for Cheshire Police Alert, a community messaging system, by visiting cheshirepolicealert.co.uk for more information and to register. By registering you receive news and appeals, local crime information and crime prevention advice direct as an email, text or voice message. To contact Cheshire Police call 101 - this is a non-emergency police number which should be used to report less urgent crime, for general enquiries or to speak to a local officer. In an emergency dial 999

IMPORTANT CONTACTSNon-emergency calls to Cheshire Police..................................101Crimestoppers...........................................................0800 555 111Warrington Borough Council....................................01925 444400NHS Direct.................................................................................111Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline.......................08454 04 05 06Contact Warrington (traffic and road safety issues)...........01925 443322

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEMETo find out if there is a current scheme in your area residents can leave a message for the Warrington East PCSOs at Warrington Local Policing Unit (LPU) on 101 with their contact details and name of the road in question or email warrington.lpu@cheshire.pnn.police.uk. If you are interested in becoming a Homewatch co-ordinator and would like to chat to someone already in the role, you can contact Karen Armstrong on claydonhomewatch@googlemail.com

GOLDEN GATES HOUSING - Neighbourhood Housing Officer Deal with estate and tenancy management, anti social behaviour and the reporting of hate crime. For any related enquiries or to report repairs call 0800 252627 Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm or email info@gght.org.uk.

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Time to get involved? The following would welcome your help.

Hollins Green Community Shop is a not for profit shop managed by a small team of staff and supported by several local volunteers. This important village amenity needs continuous community support in order to succeed. It is never too late to offer your services - simply contact shop manager Julie Atkinson on 0161 775 7022 or email hollinsgreenshop@gmail.com or pop into the shop, 533 Manchester Road, WA3 6JU for a chat or to pick up a volunteer form.

Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery aim to make the cemetery a place in the community that we are all proud of. Volunteers are most welcome. All equipment is supplied - simply turn up on any of the action days between 10am - 1pm (see p.14 -17 for dates) or contact Pete Higson on 0161 775 2802 or email pete.s.higgy@btinternet.com. The Friends also offer a Grave Tending Scheme for relatives of the bereaved who are unable to tend their loved ones graves. For more information contact Sheila Breese on 0161 775 5640.

Glazebrook Residents’ Action Group take up causes to promote the interests of Glazebrook and the village environment and host community events on Glazebrook Village Green. To find out more contact David Richardson on 0161 777 6843.

The Rotary Club of Irlam welcome support from volunteers and applications for support from local community groups - visit irlamrotary.org.uk To apply contact Tony Beckett, 16 Oban Grove, Fearnhead, Warrington WA2 OTG, phone 07932 343438 or email anthonyjosephbeckett@hotmail.com. To join the Club contact David Fairclough on 07889 912680 or davidfairclough14@btinternet.com

Camsley Grange Riding for the Disabled, affiliated to the RDA, provide 2 riding sessions on a Monday and Wednesday evenings at Church Farm, off Glazebrook Lane, 6.30pm - 7.45pm for 4yr olds plus. The group are keen to hear from anyone willing to volunteer their help. If interested please contact Denise Shaw on 01925 827335 or visit camsleygrangerda.org.uk

WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCILLORS (WBC) updates“With massive budget cuts from government it is proving more and more difficult to deliver the services to the Parish, though we are doing the best we can and endeavouring to keep on top of grass cutting. The additional wildflowers have taken well and given the approach to the Parish a lift - we hope to repeat this next year. Enforcement officers are looking into the Gun Club on Prospect Lane, Rixton due to reports of shooting out of hours. Costs for the government’s proposed HS2 link continue to spiral and we continue to campaign vigorously to get government to rethink the Golborne Spur. The final route is expected to be announced by January 2017. Your Councillors would like to wish you and your families a happy and peaceful festive season.”Tony McCarthy Tony McCarthy 01925 251221 tmccarthy@warrington.gov.ukAndrew Hill 01925 419481 ahill1@warrington.gov.uk Pat Wright 01925 823165 pwright@warrington.gov.uk

Residents’ Surgeries are held to enable residents another opportunity to go along to discuss any council related or policing issues. Next Surgery - Sat 19th Nov 10.30am - 11am 2017 Surgery dates (all Saturdays) for your diaries: 21st Jan / 11th March / 20th May / 15th July / 16th Sept / 18th Nov Held at St. Helen’s Church House, Manchester Road, Hollins Green

You can report, view or discuss local problems at fixmystreet.com

EAST WARRINGTON AREA MANAGER - Ruth WhitworthThe Rixton and Woolston community meeting would like to invite you to their ‘Stay Well this Winter’ event on Wednesday 23 November at Woolston Hub at 11am. The first 30 people, over 50 years old, to attend the event will receive a winter warm goody bag, including tea bags and socks, and information about staying well this winter. There will be a presentation on the 11 top tips to stay well, and also an opportunity to discuss what is happening in your local community. All are welcome to attend, whatever you age. For further information contact East Neighbourhood Team on 01925 241360, or email eastneighbourhoods@warrington.gov.uk

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PARISH COUNCIL INFORMATION / PUBLIC SERVICES

Parish Councillor’s contact details (all residing in Warrington)Chair Cllr. D. Trenbath Vice Chair Cllr. E. Clarke 14 Chapel Lane, Rixton 8 Briar Avenue, Hollins Green0161 776 1486 / 07921 103452 0161 775 7838 davidtrenbath@gmail.com liz.clarke@talktalk.net

Cllr. D. McLachlan Cllr. Bob Andrews12 Birch Road, Hollins Green 71 Glazebrook Lane, Glazebrook0161 775 2186 0161 775 2218hollinfare1@gmail.com bob71@sky.com

Cllr. Tracy Wilson Cllr. Maureen Banner 7 Briar Avenue, Hollins Green 13 Margaret Avenue, Woolston0161 777 9901 tracy.w@holdsworth-advantage.co.uk Cllr. Andrew Hill 01925 419481 Tweet: @andrewhill1993 andrew4rixtonandwoolston@outlook.com

RESIDENTS SURGERIESA Parish Councillor attends the Residents’ Surgeries, alongside the Borough Councillors and police officer providing an opportunity for you to chat with a Parish Councillor face to face about any parish related issues you wish to share. See p.24 for venue, dates, times of surgeries.

LIBRARIESLibrary Book Exchange Community Shop, WA3 6JU 0161 775 7022 For opening times of libraries in the surrounding area contact:Cadishead Library, Liverpool Rd, M44 5AN 0161 775 3457 Culcheth Library, Warrington Rd, WA3 5SL 01925 763293Irlam Library, Liverpool Rd, M44 6FD 0161 775 3566Woolston Library, Neighbourhood Hub WA1 4PN 01925 813939

FLY TIPPINGFly tipping can be reported to Warrington Borough Council via the customer contact centre on 01925 443322 or by emailing:

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The following Scout Groups are all open to both boys and girls:Beavers for 6 - 8 year olds is on Tuesday evenings 6.30pm - 7.30pm. For enquiries about a place contact Ian Austin on 07926 255263. Cubs for 8 -10 year olds is on Thursday evenings from 6.30pm - 8pm. Contact James Taylor on 07793 002025 for more information. Scouts for 10 - 14 year olds is on Friday evenings from 7pm - 8.45pm.Contact Jonathan Ridge on 0161 777 8921 for more information.Scout Group Leader James Taylor can be contacted on 07793 002025.

Rixton Tots parent and toddler group for 0 - 3yr olds, meet every Wednesday 9.30am -11.30am (term time) at Rixton Methodist Church. A chance to meet other families in a happy, safe environment and join in crafts, songs and rhymes. Cost £2 for 1st child and £1 for each additional child, drinks and snacks provided. Contact Linda Ogden on 0161 775 2340.

Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-school have places available for children from 2 - 5yrs. The 3 hour morning sessions run from 9.05am - 12.05pm and full day care from 9.05am - 3.05pm Monday to Friday during term time at St. Helen’s C of E Primary School, Birch Road, Hollins Green. To book a place or to find out more about what Pre-school can offer contact Elizabeth Patten on 07815 561372 or r-w-gpreschool@outlook.com or visit the Pre-school’s page on www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net.

WASPS Breakfast Club offers weekday places for children aged 3-14yrs from St. Helen’s School, during term time. Costs are £5.50 from 7.30am - 9am or £5 from 8am - 9am. The After School Club sessions operate from 3.15pm - 6pm. Costs are £8.20 from 3.15pm - 4.30pm or £10.20 from 3.15pm - 6pm. Activities include arts and crafts, outdoor play, role play, construction, baking, board games, playstation, painting, drawing and modelling. Also on offer is a comfy zone, book area and homework area. Contact Karen Ward on 07582 719725.

Fusion Dance Classes, run by Warrington Wolves Foundation, for boys and girls 10yrs plus are on Wednesdays 4.30pm - 5.30pm at St. Helen’s School, Hollins Green. £3 per class (open to non pupils).

Messy Church is at Rixton Methodist Church for children 0-11yrs and their families - see p.13 for details and contact.

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SPORTS CLUBSKarate class for adults and children from age 6 at The Community Hall, Tuesdays 5.45pm - 6.45pm. The class develops respect, discipline, confidence, hard work, goal setting and self-defence. Lessons are taught by level 3 and level 4 dan instructors. No special clothes are required to start with. First lesson free - then £5 per lesson. Call Lynn on 0161 775 0737 or Sarah on 07788 660055 or visit sskarate.com

Glazebrook Badminton Club, held at Glazebrook Methodist Church will not be running during 2016. However the Club would still like to hear from anyone interested in playing Badminton in 2017 - please contact Albert Phoenix on 0161 775 5600.

Hollins Green Indoor Bowling encourages all ages, 12 years and over, to join them at The Community Hall. Bowling takes place on Monday afternoon 2pm - 4.30pm, Wednesday evening 7.30pm - 10pm and Thursday 8pm - 10.30pm throughout the year. Places available in all sessions. Simply turn up with a change of soft footwear 10 minutes before the start time or contact Harold Bate on 07763 420035 (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult).

Rixton Tennis Club, Chapel Lane, Rixton, WA3 6HG is open from April - September all day except Tuesday and Thursday evenings on match nights. Facilities include 3 shale courts and a club house. Courts are open every day during daylight hours, weather permitting. Social tennis takes place on Sunday afternoons from 1pm and coaching can be made available. Membership is open to all ages. Fees per season are; adults - £55; students aged 16yrs plus and in full time education - £25; juniors aged 10 -15yrs - £15 and under 10yrs free. Players are welcome for the 2017 season - ladies, gents and mixed double matches. For enquiries contact Brenda Jeffrey on 01925 813298 or email brenda.jeffrey02@btinternet.com.

For information on adult and youth sports and leisure activities and swimming in the neighbouring local areas visit: rixtonwithglazebrook.net for links or contact:Woolston Neighbourhood Hub 01925 813939Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre 0161 775 4134

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RIXTON-WITH-GLAZEBROOK PARISH COUNCIL (PC) Message from Chair Dave Trenbath“We are presently seeing road surface work being undertaken around the Parish which will include partial or complete closure during the work, of certain roads. We hope these improvement’s will resolve present road problems. Warrington Borough Council and the Parish Council do not own or have responsibility for any trees or bushes that line our lanes and we would like to remind everybody that trees, hedges and undergrowth which block paths or roads are the responsibility of the adjacent land owner or home owner and we ask them to maintain them regularly.Remembrance Sunday will be held the 13th November and we hope to see as many people there as possible. Mr Bernard Tupman, bugler from the Manchester Police Band, will be attending once again. We have recently been informed that HS2 will be built. However, we are informed that a decision on the ‘SPUR’, which would divide our village, will not be made until January 2017.We continue to look for volunteers to help manage Glamis Wood this is a piece of wooded land which is the entrance to our village most people see first. We would ask those interested to contact Cllr David Trenbath at davidtrenbath@gmail.com” Parish Councillors are appointed as representatives to outside bodies - appointments are recorded and can be viewed in the 19th May 2016 PC minutes on rixtonwithglazebrookpc.org.uk or on rixtonwithglazebrook.net

PARISH COUNCIL MEETINGSThe Parish Council meeting is a meeting in public for residents to attend as observers. Parish Councillors acting on your behalf meet on the 3rd Thursday of every month (except August) from 7.45pm at The Community Hall, Hollins Green - see diary for monthly dates. Questions for discussion should be put in writing to the Parish Clerk at least 7 days prior to the meeting at which the letter will be discussed.Parish Clerk - Marilyn Lowe , 5 Hartley Close, Lymm, Cheshire, WA13 0JJYou can now email your question(s) or read minutes of meetings on the Parish Council website: rixtonwithglazebrookpc.org.uk

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RIXTON CLAYPITS NATURE RESERVEMOAT LANE, WARRINGTON WA3 6EE

The Claypits is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, designated a Local Nature Reserve in 1996. The new waymarked trails, of differing lengths, are up and running and all start from the Visitor Centre. Information leaflets are freely available to pick up from the Visitor Centre, Black Swan, Ye Olde Red Lion, Glazebrook Post Office, Hollins Green Village Shop and local churches. Information on what’s on in Warrington’s Parks and Green Spaces is available by visiting: warrington.gov.uk (link - Parks)Groups wishing to visit the Claypits or utilise the Visitor Centre can contact the Ranger on 0161 777 9726 or email:

Rangers@warrington.gov.ukThe Rangers ask that visitors with dogs enjoy the Claypits, but please keep their pets on the lead at all times so as to encourage wildlife to the area.

OUTDOOR PURSUITS Walking The area has several footpaths some of which can be enjoyed by following a series of local walks ‘Footpaths around Rixton’ - see p.19. Fishing in Rixton-with-GlazebrookBlundells Fishery - Prospect Lane (off Moss Side Lane) Day tickets available, 6 well stocked waters. Key species - Carp, Tench, Roach. Contact John Blundell 0161 775 2124

Strictly Members Only:-Rixton Claypits - Key species - Carp, Tench, Bream, Roach and Perch. Contact Warrington Anglers Association, Frank Lythgoe 01928 716238

River Mersey, Moss Farm off A57 near M6 - Two stretchesPrince Albert Angling Society - paas.co.ukCheshire Cheese Angling Club - contact Cheshire Cheese Public House, Latchford. Key species - Barbel, Chub, Bream, Roach, Tench.

Please remember - when fishing you must have a current Environment Agency Rod Licence. You can buy a licence at any Post Office or on line at postoffice.co.uk/rod-fishing-licence

GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIESZStyle Exercise Class - a dance style exercise class using music from around the world. Held at the Scout Centre on Monday evenings 7pm - 7.45pm, sessions cost £4 each. Beginners welcome - contact Michele on 07525 456291.

Adult Tap Class held at Glazebrook Methodist Church on Tuesday evenings 6.30pm - 7.30pm - beginners welcome. Tots, teens and young adult classes are also available at the Community Hall - for information on places available and times contact Liz Rainford on 07723 093920.

If you enjoy meeting people and a game of dominoes then go along to Rixton-with-Glazebrook Thursday Club on Thursdays 2pm - 4pm in The Community Hall, Hollins Green. Tea and biscuits provided. If interested simply turn up at 2pm and enjoy the afternoon, or contact Gladys Young on 0161 776 1639.

Fancy trying your hand at modern ballroom, sequence, old time or line dancing - then why not go along on Tuesday evenings 7.30pm to Hollins Green Sequence Dancing class at The Community Hall. No joining or membership fees, simply turn up and pay on the night, everyone made welcome. To find out more contact Doreen on 0161 775 7248. A Social Dance is held monthly every 3rd Saturday from 8.00pm -11.00pm and there is an annual Dinner Dance trip.

Hollins Green Art Class continues to produce some fantastic original artwork. Classes run from September - mid June on Thursdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Contact Rachelle on 0161 775 0524 if you wish to know more. There is currently a waiting list.

‘Chill and Chat’ social handicraft sessions (male / female adults). Hosted by the Friends of St. Helen’s Church every Tuesday 1.30pm - 3.30pm at St. Helen’s Church House. No need to book, simply go along with your handicraft - cost £1 includes tea/coffee. Contact Joan - 0161 775 4925..................................................................................................

Digital Information Board (DIB)Voluntary/community groups can advertise their events/activities FREE on the DIB near Tesco lights. To register and submit a message visit:

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MONTHLY GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIESDoreen’s Social Dance is held at The Community Hall, Manchester Road, Hollins Green every 3rd Saturday 8pm - 11pm (except July and August). Just go along, no joining fee, simply ‘pay as you go’. Contact Doreen on 0161 775 7248 for more details.

Glazebrook Women’s Institute encourage any local ladies interested in joining them to please contact Judith Barnard on 0161 775 9934 or judithbarnard106@outlook.com. If the group is full at the time of calling you will be placed on a waiting list. Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month 2pm - 4.30pm in The Community Hall. Non members are welcome to the craft sessions held on the last Wednesday of each month 2pm - 4pm (except July, August and December) at the Community Hall, Hollins Green. £2 admission - simply go along and make some new acquaintances or phone Judith for more details.

Coffee Mornings are held regularly each month at the following venues on Saturday mornings from 10am - 12noon: 1st Saturday - Glazebrook Methodist Church 2nd Saturday - Wesley Methodist Church 3rd Saturday - Rixton Methodist Church 4th Saturday - St. Helen’s C.E. ChurchPop in and enjoy some home-made cakes, a chat and maybe a bargain at the occasional ‘good as new’ stalls. Everyone welcome.

Messy Church every 1st Monday, Rixton Methodist Church, Chapel Lane, Rixton 3.30pm - 5.30pm for children (0-11yrs) and their families. A time of fun, crafts, stories and songs followed by a meal - donations accepted towards the cost of the food. Arrive anytime. For more information contact Linda on 0161 775 2340.

Chapel Crafts hold card making workshops every 2nd Tuesday 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Rixton Methodist Church, Chapel Lane, Rixton. £2.50 per session - materials provided for making 2 cards per session, but bring basic crafting tools i.e. scissors etc. Beginners most welcome - simply turn up or contact Margery on 0161 775 4372. The group also hold a more informal gathering on the last Tuesday of each month from 1.30pm - 3.30pm at the same venue.

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PET OWNERSAll Creatures Veterinary Centre, Glazebrook Lane WA3 5BL is open 8.30am - 7pm Monday to Friday and 8.30am - 12.30pm Saturday apart from Bank Holidays. Behaviour clinics are run daily to help owners understand their pet’s problems. Same day appointments are often available, emergency cases will be seen as they arise. For veterinary details phone 0161 777 8484 or you can now register your pet on line by visiting www.allcreaturesveterinarycentre.co.ukFacebook on All Creatures Vets / Follow on Twitter@newts_adventures

Rixton Dog School is a purposely adapted indoor and outdoor training and behaviour centre at The Oaks, Brook Lane, Rixton. For more information, questions, advice or to book a place contact Debra Adderley on 07815 855016 or email rixtondogschool@sky.com or visit rixtondogschool.wix.com/rixtondogschool

DOG FOULINGThank you to all responsible dog owners who pick up their dog litter. Unfortunately dog fouling continues to be an issue in the area. The Look of the Parish action group have placed stickers on bins to remind dog walkers that bagged pet’s waste can be disposed of in any council litter bin. Dog bag dispensers have been sited on the greens, which hopefully will assist dog walkers in disposing of dog poop. If witnessing dog fouling, residents are urged to contact 01925 443322 or email: environmentalcrime@warrington.gov.uk - all calls are treated confidentially. Lines open Mon - Fri 8am - 6pm and Sat 9am - 1pm. By supplying the following information you can help Warrington Borough Council contact irresponsible dog owners:- • Where does the dog foul • Description of dog • Description of dog walker • Distinctive features of dog walker (e.g. always wears a red coat)

HORSE RIDINGCamsley Grange Riding for the Disabled, affiliated to the RDA, provide pony care sessions and rides for 4yr olds plus. For more information and contact details see p.9.

NOVEMBER

Thursday 10th 7.30pmTalk by orator Keith Thompson entitled ‘The Unknown Warrior - A Hero’s Return’ at Hamilton Davies House, 117c Liverpool Road, Cadishead M44 5BG. All welcome - tickets £3. Contact Sharon on 07584 497183.

Friday 11th 7.30pm Community Shop fundraising evening at The Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p.3 for details. Tickets £10, which includes a hot supper, are on sale at the shop (strictly over 18’s). The more the merrier!

Sunday 13th 9.30am followed by 2 minutes silence around the cenotaph Remembrance Service, St. Helen’s Church. An exhibiton by Joan Hill is on show in church to pay tribute to the local men who died in the wars.

Tuesday 15th 7.45pm Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery Annual General Meeting and celebration of achievements. All welcome - Hamilton Davies House M44 5BG.

Thursday 17th 7.45pmParish Council Meeting, Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p. 22.

Saturday 19th 10.30am - 11amResidents’ surgery with your WBC Councillors, Parish Councillor and local PCSO at St. Helen’s Church House - see p.23 for details.

Saturday 19th 12noon - 2pmGlazebrook Methodist Church Christmas Fayre and home-made lunch, including savoury and sweet dishes. Stalls include cakes, tombola, bric-a-brac, jigsaws and raffle. Everyone welcome - just turn up.

Wednesday 23rd 11amThe Rixton and Woolston community meeting, Woolston Hub - see p.24.

Saturday 26th 10am - 1pmFriends of Hollinfare Cemetery action day - volunteers welcome - see p.9.

For regular group social activities see p.10-13St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS

and Scout groups re-open Tues 1st‘Carnival 2017’ planning meeting Tues 8th Nov 8pm - Hollins Green Scout Centre

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GETTING AROUNDBy BusRural Rider local bus service runs all year apart from Bank Holidays. For information about the service contact James or Shirley Tormey on 01925 450687 or 07702 006000 or email jjtltd@yahoo.co.uk. A timetable can be downloaded from rixtonwithglazebrook.netThe No.100 Bus serving Warrington to Manchester stops in Hollins Green. Visit the online timetable on gmpte.com/info or phone Traveline on 0871 200 2233 for further information.or check tfgm.com (Transport for Greater Manchester). First Manchester Buses operate an half hourly bus service up to 2pm and after 5pm from Hollins Green, stopping at the Trafford Centre en route to Manchester.

By Train Trains running through Glazebrook Station, Glazebrook Lane WA3 5BA are managed by Northern Rail. For information on services visit wikipedia.org/wiki/Glazebrook_railway_station or nationalrail.co.uk/stations or phone Enquiries on 08457 484950. The latest timetables are available at Glazebrook Post Office.

On Foot Rixton-with-Glazebrook has several footpaths. Five mapped out circular walks entitled ‘Footpaths Around Rixton’ are freely available to pick up from Cadishead and Irlam Libraries, Rixton Claypits, Glazebrook Post Office, The Black Swan Pub, Ye Olde Red Lion or by downloading from rixtonwithglazebrook.net. The walks, vary-ing in length from 1½ - 4 miles, are all easy walking on level terrain. Rixton Claypits has waymarked trails of differing lengths - see p.21. Polite message to dog walkers - please respect farmers’ land by keeping dogs on a lead at all times when using footpaths crossing fields and by bagging and disposing of dog poop safely - see p.20.

ROAD SAFETYFor traffic and general safety issues, for road users of all ages call Contact Warrington (WBC contact centre) on 01925 443322 weekdays 8am - 6pm or email contact@warrington.gov.uk. The police are looking for volunteers to be involved with a Community Speed Watch Scheme in our area - if interested contact warrington.lpu@cheshire.pnn.police.uk

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DECEMBER

Saturday 3rd 12noon - 2pmChristmas Fayre, St. Helen’s School, Birch Road, Hollins Green.Various festive stalls, games, refreshments plus a visit from Santa.

Thursday 8th 7.30pm Musical tribute to George Formby by duo Dennis and Debbie Lee. Hosted by Friends of St. Helen’s Church, the evenings entertainment costs £3 and includes mulled wine and mince pie. No ticket required simply turn up on the night - everyone welcome.(Church members free)

Sunday 11th 2.30pm and 6pm‘Messiah’ at Glazebrook Methodist Church. Afternoon and evening performance - no admission charge - donations welcome to help fund future Glazebrook Choral Society performances. Everyone welcome

Sunday 11th 4.30pmChristingle Service, St. Helen’s Church, Hollins Green. Everyone welcome to join in this atmospheric service of carols by candlelight.

Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th 6.15pm - 8.30pmListen out for Rotary’s Santa float as it tours our district visiting Hollins Green/Claydon Gardens 14th and Glazebrook Lane/Carlton Way 15th.

Thursday 15th 7.45pmParish Council Meeting, Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p. 22.

Sunday 18th 6.30pmCarol Service, Rixton Methodist Church, Chapel Lane, Rixton in conjunction with the Bikers Church. Everyone welcome to attend.

Wednesday 21st 10am Pre-school coffee morning, St. Helen’s School hall, includes festive songs from the children and a surprise visit from someone special! All welcome. (more DECEMBER dates overpage)

For regular group social activities see p.10-13St. Helen’s Sunday School closes 11th Doreen’s Sequence Dancing Class

closes for a few weeks from w/c 19th St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS

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VILLAGE AMENITIES

Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat SunHollins Green Community Shop, 533 Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6JU

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Glazebrook Post Office, 100 Glazebrook Lane, Glazebrook WA3 5BE

07.30-13.00 08.00-12.00 closed

14.00-17.30 closed closed

The Black Swan, Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6LA12.00-23.30 12.00-00.30 12.00-22.30

Food served 12.00 - 21.00 Monday - Saturday and 12.00 - 19.00 Sunday

Ye Olde Red Lion, 516 Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6JT12.00-24.00 12.00-23.30

Food served 12.00 - 21.00 Monday - Saturday & 12.00-19.00 Sunday & Bank Hols

LA Cafe, corner of Moat Lane / Manchester Rd

07.30-14.30 breakfast / lunch / light snacks or drinks 07.30-13.30 closed

Hollybank Caravan Park, Warburton Bridge Rd, Rixton, Warrington WA3 6HU09.00-18.00 09.00-15.00 11.00-14.00

All Creatures Veterinary Centre, Glazebrook Lane, Warrington WA3 5BL08.30-18.30 08.30-12.00 closed

Village Green Barbers, 524 Manchester Rd, Hollins Green WA3 6JT09.00-17.30 closed 09.00-19.00 09.00-17.30 07.30-14.00 closed

To check opening times during Bank Holidays see p.30/31 for contacts.Glazebrook Post Office offers ‘Click & Go’, an internet collect service as well as a full banking service for all banks and building societies and cash service from 7.30am for Barclays, Halifax, Co-op, Lloyds TSB, Alliance & Leicester, Santander, Yorkshire Bank, HSBC, First Direct and free cash ATM machine. Postmaster Peter also operates the Health Lottery. As well as non-food items essentials and newspapers, he also stocks a range of basic food items and fresh local farm vegetables.

LA Cafe is well placed for visiting the Rixton Claypits Nature Reserve and as an alternative starting point to some of the ‘Footpaths around Rixton’ walks. The family friendly eatery offers hot and cold food and drinks - opening times above. Contact Lynn on 07594 954647.

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DECEMBER (continued) Wednesday 21st 6.30pm‘Carols on the Green’, Glazebrook, accompanied by Cadishead Band, Culcheth Village Choir and Simon Roscoe plus marquee, mulled wine, mince pies, mini pasties and hot chocolate to keep any winter chill at bay!

Saturday 24th 2pmMessy Crib, Rixton Methodist Church - Christmas story and crafts.

Saturday 24th 6.30pmCarol Singing around Hollins Green Christmas tree - all welcome.

For dates and times of regular church services during Chrismas week visit rixtonwithglazebrook.net JANUARY

For regular group social activities see p.10-13St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS

and Scout groups open Thurs 5th

Sunday School re-opens Sunday 8thDoreen’s Sequence Dancing Class

recommences Tuesday 10th

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Saturday 11th 10am Parish Plan Litter Pick - volunteers required. Meet at the Black Swan car park. Grabbers, hi vis and bags provided, bring your own gloves.Free tea and coffee after the pick, courtesy of The Black Swan.

Wednesday 15th 7.30pmRixton-with-Glazebrook Parish Plan meeting, Glazebrook Methodist Church WA3 5AY. Open to all residents - everyone most welcome.

Thursday 16th 7.45pmParish Council Meeting, The Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p.22.

Friday 24th 7.30pm Interested in talks? Then save this date. Friends of St. Helen’s Church will be arranging one for this night to be held in Church House. Talks cost £2 for non members (Church members free) - all welcome. For more information contact Joan on 0161 775 4925.

Saturday 25th 10am - 1pmFriends of Hollinfare Cemetery action day - volunteers welcome - see p.9...............................................................................................To keep up to date with local events and activities please make sure you regularly check post office windows, community notice boards and posters around the parish, or visit: rixtonwithglazebrook.net.................................................................................................Community First Responders continue to provide support to the North West Ambulance Service responding to 999 calls, as well as delivering FREE British Heart Foundation Heartstart courses in the community. If any community groups are interested in hosting a course for their members or individuals are wishing to find out more about becoming a responder please contact: Keith Hanson on 0161 776 2371 or kandolhans@hotmail.com.

For regular group social activities see p.10-13St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS

and Scout groups close Thurs 16thand re-open Mon 27th

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Sunday 8th 10am - 12noonWinter Walk - join others to blow away the festive cobwebs on a local 3 mile FREE guided walk. Meet at the Black Swan 10am prompt. Hot drinks and cakes will be available part way at Rixton Claypits Visitors Centre - donations welcome in aid of future Parish Plan projects. To find out more contact John Eccles on 07971 580113.

Thursday 19th 10am - 12noon and 1pm - 3pmThe popular iTea & Biscuits FREE 8 week course commences at Hamilton Davies House, M44 5BG - see p.7 for details and contact.

Thursday 19th 7.45pmParish Council Meeting, The Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p.22.

Saturday 21st 10.30am - 11amResidents’ surgery with your WBC Councillors, Parish Councillor and local PCSO at St. Helen’s Church House - see p.23 for details.

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DECEMBER (continued) Wednesday 21st 6.30pm‘Carols on the Green’, Glazebrook, accompanied by Cadishead Band, Culcheth Village Choir and Simon Roscoe plus marquee, mulled wine, mince pies, mini pasties and hot chocolate to keep any winter chill at bay!

Saturday 24th 2pmMessy Crib, Rixton Methodist Church - Christmas story and crafts.

Saturday 24th 6.30pmCarol Singing around Hollins Green Christmas tree - all welcome.

For dates and times of regular church services during Chrismas week visit rixtonwithglazebrook.net JANUARY

For regular group social activities see p.10-13St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS

and Scout groups open Thurs 5th

Sunday School re-opens Sunday 8thDoreen’s Sequence Dancing Class

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Saturday 11th 10am Parish Plan Litter Pick - volunteers required. Meet at the Black Swan car park. Grabbers, hi vis and bags provided, bring your own gloves.Free tea and coffee after the pick, courtesy of The Black Swan.

Wednesday 15th 7.30pmRixton-with-Glazebrook Parish Plan meeting, Glazebrook Methodist Church WA3 5AY. Open to all residents - everyone most welcome.

Thursday 16th 7.45pmParish Council Meeting, The Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p.22.

Friday 24th 7.30pm Interested in talks? Then save this date. Friends of St. Helen’s Church will be arranging one for this night to be held in Church House. Talks cost £2 for non members (Church members free) - all welcome. For more information contact Joan on 0161 775 4925.

Saturday 25th 10am - 1pmFriends of Hollinfare Cemetery action day - volunteers welcome - see p.9...............................................................................................To keep up to date with local events and activities please make sure you regularly check post office windows, community notice boards and posters around the parish, or visit: rixtonwithglazebrook.net.................................................................................................Community First Responders continue to provide support to the North West Ambulance Service responding to 999 calls, as well as delivering FREE British Heart Foundation Heartstart courses in the community. If any community groups are interested in hosting a course for their members or individuals are wishing to find out more about becoming a responder please contact: Keith Hanson on 0161 776 2371 or kandolhans@hotmail.com.

For regular group social activities see p.10-13St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS

and Scout groups close Thurs 16thand re-open Mon 27th

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Sunday 8th 10am - 12noonWinter Walk - join others to blow away the festive cobwebs on a local 3 mile FREE guided walk. Meet at the Black Swan 10am prompt. Hot drinks and cakes will be available part way at Rixton Claypits Visitors Centre - donations welcome in aid of future Parish Plan projects. To find out more contact John Eccles on 07971 580113.

Thursday 19th 10am - 12noon and 1pm - 3pmThe popular iTea & Biscuits FREE 8 week course commences at Hamilton Davies House, M44 5BG - see p.7 for details and contact.

Thursday 19th 7.45pmParish Council Meeting, The Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p.22.

Saturday 21st 10.30am - 11amResidents’ surgery with your WBC Councillors, Parish Councillor and local PCSO at St. Helen’s Church House - see p.23 for details.

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Saturday 3rd 12noon - 2pmChristmas Fayre, St. Helen’s School, Birch Road, Hollins Green.Various festive stalls, games, refreshments plus a visit from Santa.

Thursday 8th 7.30pm Musical tribute to George Formby by duo Dennis and Debbie Lee. Hosted by Friends of St. Helen’s Church, the evenings entertainment costs £3 and includes mulled wine and mince pie. No ticket required simply turn up on the night - everyone welcome.(Church members free)

Sunday 11th 2.30pm and 6pm‘Messiah’ at Glazebrook Methodist Church. Afternoon and evening performance - no admission charge - donations welcome to help fund future Glazebrook Choral Society performances. Everyone welcome

Sunday 11th 4.30pmChristingle Service, St. Helen’s Church, Hollins Green. Everyone welcome to join in this atmospheric service of carols by candlelight.

Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th 6.15pm - 8.30pmListen out for Rotary’s Santa float as it tours our district visiting Hollins Green/Claydon Gardens 14th and Glazebrook Lane/Carlton Way 15th.

Thursday 15th 7.45pmParish Council Meeting, Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p. 22.

Sunday 18th 6.30pmCarol Service, Rixton Methodist Church, Chapel Lane, Rixton in conjunction with the Bikers Church. Everyone welcome to attend.

Wednesday 21st 10am Pre-school coffee morning, St. Helen’s School hall, includes festive songs from the children and a surprise visit from someone special! All welcome. (more DECEMBER dates overpage)

For regular group social activities see p.10-13St. Helen’s Sunday School closes 11th Doreen’s Sequence Dancing Class

closes for a few weeks from w/c 19th St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS

and Scout groups close Weds 21st

VILLAGE AMENITIES

Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat SunHollins Green Community Shop, 533 Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6JU

07.00-19.00 08.00-13.00

Glazebrook Post Office, 100 Glazebrook Lane, Glazebrook WA3 5BE

07.30-13.00 08.00-12.00 closed

14.00-17.30 closed closed

The Black Swan, Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6LA12.00-23.30 12.00-00.30 12.00-22.30

Food served 12.00 - 21.00 Monday - Saturday and 12.00 - 19.00 Sunday

Ye Olde Red Lion, 516 Manchester Road, Hollins Green WA3 6JT12.00-24.00 12.00-23.30

Food served 12.00 - 21.00 Monday - Saturday & 12.00-19.00 Sunday & Bank Hols

LA Cafe, corner of Moat Lane / Manchester Rd

07.30-14.30 breakfast / lunch / light snacks or drinks 07.30-13.30 closed

Hollybank Caravan Park, Warburton Bridge Rd, Rixton, Warrington WA3 6HU09.00-18.00 09.00-15.00 11.00-14.00

All Creatures Veterinary Centre, Glazebrook Lane, Warrington WA3 5BL08.30-18.30 08.30-12.00 closed

Village Green Barbers, 524 Manchester Rd, Hollins Green WA3 6JT09.00-17.30 closed 09.00-19.00 09.00-17.30 07.30-14.00 closed

To check opening times during Bank Holidays see p.30/31 for contacts.Glazebrook Post Office offers ‘Click & Go’, an internet collect service as well as a full banking service for all banks and building societies and cash service from 7.30am for Barclays, Halifax, Co-op, Lloyds TSB, Alliance & Leicester, Santander, Yorkshire Bank, HSBC, First Direct and free cash ATM machine. Postmaster Peter also operates the Health Lottery. As well as non-food items essentials and newspapers, he also stocks a range of basic food items and fresh local farm vegetables.

LA Cafe is well placed for visiting the Rixton Claypits Nature Reserve and as an alternative starting point to some of the ‘Footpaths around Rixton’ walks. The family friendly eatery offers hot and cold food and drinks - opening times above. Contact Lynn on 07594 954647.

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Thursday 10th 7.30pmTalk by orator Keith Thompson entitled ‘The Unknown Warrior - A Hero’s Return’ at Hamilton Davies House, 117c Liverpool Road, Cadishead M44 5BG. All welcome - tickets £3. Contact Sharon on 07584 497183.

Friday 11th 7.30pm Community Shop fundraising evening at The Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p.3 for details. Tickets £10, which includes a hot supper, are on sale at the shop (strictly over 18’s). The more the merrier!

Sunday 13th 9.30am followed by 2 minutes silence around the cenotaph Remembrance Service, St. Helen’s Church. An exhibiton by Joan Hill is on show in church to pay tribute to the local men who died in the wars.

Tuesday 15th 7.45pm Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery Annual General Meeting and celebration of achievements. All welcome - Hamilton Davies House M44 5BG.

Thursday 17th 7.45pmParish Council Meeting, Community Hall, Hollins Green - see p. 22.

Saturday 19th 10.30am - 11amResidents’ surgery with your WBC Councillors, Parish Councillor and local PCSO at St. Helen’s Church House - see p.23 for details.

Saturday 19th 12noon - 2pmGlazebrook Methodist Church Christmas Fayre and home-made lunch, including savoury and sweet dishes. Stalls include cakes, tombola, bric-a-brac, jigsaws and raffle. Everyone welcome - just turn up.

Wednesday 23rd 11amThe Rixton and Woolston community meeting, Woolston Hub - see p.24.

Saturday 26th 10am - 1pmFriends of Hollinfare Cemetery action day - volunteers welcome - see p.9.

For regular group social activities see p.10-13St. Helen’s School / Pre-school / WASPS

and Scout groups re-open Tues 1st‘Carnival 2017’ planning meeting Tues 8th Nov 8pm - Hollins Green Scout Centre

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GETTING AROUNDBy BusRural Rider local bus service runs all year apart from Bank Holidays. For information about the service contact James or Shirley Tormey on 01925 450687 or 07702 006000 or email jjtltd@yahoo.co.uk. A timetable can be downloaded from rixtonwithglazebrook.netThe No.100 Bus serving Warrington to Manchester stops in Hollins Green. Visit the online timetable on gmpte.com/info or phone Traveline on 0871 200 2233 for further information.or check tfgm.com (Transport for Greater Manchester). First Manchester Buses operate an half hourly bus service up to 2pm and after 5pm from Hollins Green, stopping at the Trafford Centre en route to Manchester.

By Train Trains running through Glazebrook Station, Glazebrook Lane WA3 5BA are managed by Northern Rail. For information on services visit wikipedia.org/wiki/Glazebrook_railway_station or nationalrail.co.uk/stations or phone Enquiries on 08457 484950. The latest timetables are available at Glazebrook Post Office.

On Foot Rixton-with-Glazebrook has several footpaths. Five mapped out circular walks entitled ‘Footpaths Around Rixton’ are freely available to pick up from Cadishead and Irlam Libraries, Rixton Claypits, Glazebrook Post Office, The Black Swan Pub, Ye Olde Red Lion or by downloading from rixtonwithglazebrook.net. The walks, vary-ing in length from 1½ - 4 miles, are all easy walking on level terrain. Rixton Claypits has waymarked trails of differing lengths - see p.21. Polite message to dog walkers - please respect farmers’ land by keeping dogs on a lead at all times when using footpaths crossing fields and by bagging and disposing of dog poop safely - see p.20.

ROAD SAFETYFor traffic and general safety issues, for road users of all ages call Contact Warrington (WBC contact centre) on 01925 443322 weekdays 8am - 6pm or email contact@warrington.gov.uk. The police are looking for volunteers to be involved with a Community Speed Watch Scheme in our area - if interested contact warrington.lpu@cheshire.pnn.police.uk

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MONTHLY GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIESDoreen’s Social Dance is held at The Community Hall, Manchester Road, Hollins Green every 3rd Saturday 8pm - 11pm (except July and August). Just go along, no joining fee, simply ‘pay as you go’. Contact Doreen on 0161 775 7248 for more details.

Glazebrook Women’s Institute encourage any local ladies interested in joining them to please contact Judith Barnard on 0161 775 9934 or judithbarnard106@outlook.com. If the group is full at the time of calling you will be placed on a waiting list. Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month 2pm - 4.30pm in The Community Hall. Non members are welcome to the craft sessions held on the last Wednesday of each month 2pm - 4pm (except July, August and December) at the Community Hall, Hollins Green. £2 admission - simply go along and make some new acquaintances or phone Judith for more details.

Coffee Mornings are held regularly each month at the following venues on Saturday mornings from 10am - 12noon: 1st Saturday - Glazebrook Methodist Church 2nd Saturday - Wesley Methodist Church 3rd Saturday - Rixton Methodist Church 4th Saturday - St. Helen’s C.E. ChurchPop in and enjoy some home-made cakes, a chat and maybe a bargain at the occasional ‘good as new’ stalls. Everyone welcome.

Messy Church every 1st Monday, Rixton Methodist Church, Chapel Lane, Rixton 3.30pm - 5.30pm for children (0-11yrs) and their families. A time of fun, crafts, stories and songs followed by a meal - donations accepted towards the cost of the food. Arrive anytime. For more information contact Linda on 0161 775 2340.

Chapel Crafts hold card making workshops every 2nd Tuesday 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Rixton Methodist Church, Chapel Lane, Rixton. £2.50 per session - materials provided for making 2 cards per session, but bring basic crafting tools i.e. scissors etc. Beginners most welcome - simply turn up or contact Margery on 0161 775 4372. The group also hold a more informal gathering on the last Tuesday of each month from 1.30pm - 3.30pm at the same venue.

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PET OWNERSAll Creatures Veterinary Centre, Glazebrook Lane WA3 5BL is open 8.30am - 7pm Monday to Friday and 8.30am - 12.30pm Saturday apart from Bank Holidays. Behaviour clinics are run daily to help owners understand their pet’s problems. Same day appointments are often available, emergency cases will be seen as they arise. For veterinary details phone 0161 777 8484 or you can now register your pet on line by visiting www.allcreaturesveterinarycentre.co.ukFacebook on All Creatures Vets / Follow on Twitter@newts_adventures

Rixton Dog School is a purposely adapted indoor and outdoor training and behaviour centre at The Oaks, Brook Lane, Rixton. For more information, questions, advice or to book a place contact Debra Adderley on 07815 855016 or email rixtondogschool@sky.com or visit rixtondogschool.wix.com/rixtondogschool

DOG FOULINGThank you to all responsible dog owners who pick up their dog litter. Unfortunately dog fouling continues to be an issue in the area. The Look of the Parish action group have placed stickers on bins to remind dog walkers that bagged pet’s waste can be disposed of in any council litter bin. Dog bag dispensers have been sited on the greens, which hopefully will assist dog walkers in disposing of dog poop. If witnessing dog fouling, residents are urged to contact 01925 443322 or email: environmentalcrime@warrington.gov.uk - all calls are treated confidentially. Lines open Mon - Fri 8am - 6pm and Sat 9am - 1pm. By supplying the following information you can help Warrington Borough Council contact irresponsible dog owners:- • Where does the dog foul • Description of dog • Description of dog walker • Distinctive features of dog walker (e.g. always wears a red coat)

HORSE RIDINGCamsley Grange Riding for the Disabled, affiliated to the RDA, provide pony care sessions and rides for 4yr olds plus. For more information and contact details see p.9.

RIXTON CLAYPITS NATURE RESERVEMOAT LANE, WARRINGTON WA3 6EE

The Claypits is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, designated a Local Nature Reserve in 1996. The new waymarked trails, of differing lengths, are up and running and all start from the Visitor Centre. Information leaflets are freely available to pick up from the Visitor Centre, Black Swan, Ye Olde Red Lion, Glazebrook Post Office, Hollins Green Village Shop and local churches. Information on what’s on in Warrington’s Parks and Green Spaces is available by visiting: warrington.gov.uk (link - Parks)Groups wishing to visit the Claypits or utilise the Visitor Centre can contact the Ranger on 0161 777 9726 or email:

Rangers@warrington.gov.ukThe Rangers ask that visitors with dogs enjoy the Claypits, but please keep their pets on the lead at all times so as to encourage wildlife to the area.

OUTDOOR PURSUITS Walking The area has several footpaths some of which can be enjoyed by following a series of local walks ‘Footpaths around Rixton’ - see p.19. Fishing in Rixton-with-GlazebrookBlundells Fishery - Prospect Lane (off Moss Side Lane) Day tickets available, 6 well stocked waters. Key species - Carp, Tench, Roach. Contact John Blundell 0161 775 2124

Strictly Members Only:-Rixton Claypits - Key species - Carp, Tench, Bream, Roach and Perch. Contact Warrington Anglers Association, Frank Lythgoe 01928 716238

River Mersey, Moss Farm off A57 near M6 - Two stretchesPrince Albert Angling Society - paas.co.ukCheshire Cheese Angling Club - contact Cheshire Cheese Public House, Latchford. Key species - Barbel, Chub, Bream, Roach, Tench.

Please remember - when fishing you must have a current Environment Agency Rod Licence. You can buy a licence at any Post Office or on line at postoffice.co.uk/rod-fishing-licence

GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIESZStyle Exercise Class - a dance style exercise class using music from around the world. Held at the Scout Centre on Monday evenings 7pm - 7.45pm, sessions cost £4 each. Beginners welcome - contact Michele on 07525 456291.

Adult Tap Class held at Glazebrook Methodist Church on Tuesday evenings 6.30pm - 7.30pm - beginners welcome. Tots, teens and young adult classes are also available at the Community Hall - for information on places available and times contact Liz Rainford on 07723 093920.

If you enjoy meeting people and a game of dominoes then go along to Rixton-with-Glazebrook Thursday Club on Thursdays 2pm - 4pm in The Community Hall, Hollins Green. Tea and biscuits provided. If interested simply turn up at 2pm and enjoy the afternoon, or contact Gladys Young on 0161 776 1639.

Fancy trying your hand at modern ballroom, sequence, old time or line dancing - then why not go along on Tuesday evenings 7.30pm to Hollins Green Sequence Dancing class at The Community Hall. No joining or membership fees, simply turn up and pay on the night, everyone made welcome. To find out more contact Doreen on 0161 775 7248. A Social Dance is held monthly every 3rd Saturday from 8.00pm -11.00pm and there is an annual Dinner Dance trip.

Hollins Green Art Class continues to produce some fantastic original artwork. Classes run from September - mid June on Thursdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Contact Rachelle on 0161 775 0524 if you wish to know more. There is currently a waiting list.

‘Chill and Chat’ social handicraft sessions (male / female adults). Hosted by the Friends of St. Helen’s Church every Tuesday 1.30pm - 3.30pm at St. Helen’s Church House. No need to book, simply go along with your handicraft - cost £1 includes tea/coffee. Contact Joan - 0161 775 4925..................................................................................................

Digital Information Board (DIB)Voluntary/community groups can advertise their events/activities FREE on the DIB near Tesco lights. To register and submit a message visit:

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SPORTS CLUBSKarate class for adults and children from age 6 at The Community Hall, Tuesdays 5.45pm - 6.45pm. The class develops respect, discipline, confidence, hard work, goal setting and self-defence. Lessons are taught by level 3 and level 4 dan instructors. No special clothes are required to start with. First lesson free - then £5 per lesson. Call Lynn on 0161 775 0737 or Sarah on 07788 660055 or visit sskarate.com

Glazebrook Badminton Club, held at Glazebrook Methodist Church will not be running during 2016. However the Club would still like to hear from anyone interested in playing Badminton in 2017 - please contact Albert Phoenix on 0161 775 5600.

Hollins Green Indoor Bowling encourages all ages, 12 years and over, to join them at The Community Hall. Bowling takes place on Monday afternoon 2pm - 4.30pm, Wednesday evening 7.30pm - 10pm and Thursday 8pm - 10.30pm throughout the year. Places available in all sessions. Simply turn up with a change of soft footwear 10 minutes before the start time or contact Harold Bate on 07763 420035 (under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult).

Rixton Tennis Club, Chapel Lane, Rixton, WA3 6HG is open from April - September all day except Tuesday and Thursday evenings on match nights. Facilities include 3 shale courts and a club house. Courts are open every day during daylight hours, weather permitting. Social tennis takes place on Sunday afternoons from 1pm and coaching can be made available. Membership is open to all ages. Fees per season are; adults - £55; students aged 16yrs plus and in full time education - £25; juniors aged 10 -15yrs - £15 and under 10yrs free. Players are welcome for the 2017 season - ladies, gents and mixed double matches. For enquiries contact Brenda Jeffrey on 01925 813298 or email brenda.jeffrey02@btinternet.com.

For information on adult and youth sports and leisure activities and swimming in the neighbouring local areas visit: rixtonwithglazebrook.net for links or contact:Woolston Neighbourhood Hub 01925 813939Irlam and Cadishead Leisure Centre 0161 775 4134

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RIXTON-WITH-GLAZEBROOK PARISH COUNCIL (PC) Message from Chair Dave Trenbath“We are presently seeing road surface work being undertaken around the Parish which will include partial or complete closure during the work, of certain roads. We hope these improvement’s will resolve present road problems. Warrington Borough Council and the Parish Council do not own or have responsibility for any trees or bushes that line our lanes and we would like to remind everybody that trees, hedges and undergrowth which block paths or roads are the responsibility of the adjacent land owner or home owner and we ask them to maintain them regularly.Remembrance Sunday will be held the 13th November and we hope to see as many people there as possible. Mr Bernard Tupman, bugler from the Manchester Police Band, will be attending once again. We have recently been informed that HS2 will be built. However, we are informed that a decision on the ‘SPUR’, which would divide our village, will not be made until January 2017.We continue to look for volunteers to help manage Glamis Wood this is a piece of wooded land which is the entrance to our village most people see first. We would ask those interested to contact Cllr David Trenbath at davidtrenbath@gmail.com” Parish Councillors are appointed as representatives to outside bodies - appointments are recorded and can be viewed in the 19th May 2016 PC minutes on rixtonwithglazebrookpc.org.uk or on rixtonwithglazebrook.net

PARISH COUNCIL MEETINGSThe Parish Council meeting is a meeting in public for residents to attend as observers. Parish Councillors acting on your behalf meet on the 3rd Thursday of every month (except August) from 7.45pm at The Community Hall, Hollins Green - see diary for monthly dates. Questions for discussion should be put in writing to the Parish Clerk at least 7 days prior to the meeting at which the letter will be discussed.Parish Clerk - Marilyn Lowe , 5 Hartley Close, Lymm, Cheshire, WA13 0JJYou can now email your question(s) or read minutes of meetings on the Parish Council website: rixtonwithglazebrookpc.org.uk

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Parish Councillor’s contact details (all residing in Warrington)Chair Cllr. D. Trenbath Vice Chair Cllr. E. Clarke 14 Chapel Lane, Rixton 8 Briar Avenue, Hollins Green0161 776 1486 / 07921 103452 0161 775 7838 davidtrenbath@gmail.com liz.clarke@talktalk.net

Cllr. D. McLachlan Cllr. Bob Andrews12 Birch Road, Hollins Green 71 Glazebrook Lane, Glazebrook0161 775 2186 0161 775 2218hollinfare1@gmail.com bob71@sky.com

Cllr. Tracy Wilson Cllr. Maureen Banner 7 Briar Avenue, Hollins Green 13 Margaret Avenue, Woolston0161 777 9901 tracy.w@holdsworth-advantage.co.uk Cllr. Andrew Hill 01925 419481 Tweet: @andrewhill1993 andrew4rixtonandwoolston@outlook.com

RESIDENTS SURGERIESA Parish Councillor attends the Residents’ Surgeries, alongside the Borough Councillors and police officer providing an opportunity for you to chat with a Parish Councillor face to face about any parish related issues you wish to share. See p.24 for venue, dates, times of surgeries.

LIBRARIESLibrary Book Exchange Community Shop, WA3 6JU 0161 775 7022 For opening times of libraries in the surrounding area contact:Cadishead Library, Liverpool Rd, M44 5AN 0161 775 3457 Culcheth Library, Warrington Rd, WA3 5SL 01925 763293Irlam Library, Liverpool Rd, M44 6FD 0161 775 3566Woolston Library, Neighbourhood Hub WA1 4PN 01925 813939

FLY TIPPINGFly tipping can be reported to Warrington Borough Council via the customer contact centre on 01925 443322 or by emailing:

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The following Scout Groups are all open to both boys and girls:Beavers for 6 - 8 year olds is on Tuesday evenings 6.30pm - 7.30pm. For enquiries about a place contact Ian Austin on 07926 255263. Cubs for 8 -10 year olds is on Thursday evenings from 6.30pm - 8pm. Contact James Taylor on 07793 002025 for more information. Scouts for 10 - 14 year olds is on Friday evenings from 7pm - 8.45pm.Contact Jonathan Ridge on 0161 777 8921 for more information.Scout Group Leader James Taylor can be contacted on 07793 002025.

Rixton Tots parent and toddler group for 0 - 3yr olds, meet every Wednesday 9.30am -11.30am (term time) at Rixton Methodist Church. A chance to meet other families in a happy, safe environment and join in crafts, songs and rhymes. Cost £2 for 1st child and £1 for each additional child, drinks and snacks provided. Contact Linda Ogden on 0161 775 2340.

Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-school have places available for children from 2 - 5yrs. The 3 hour morning sessions run from 9.05am - 12.05pm and full day care from 9.05am - 3.05pm Monday to Friday during term time at St. Helen’s C of E Primary School, Birch Road, Hollins Green. To book a place or to find out more about what Pre-school can offer contact Elizabeth Patten on 07815 561372 or r-w-gpreschool@outlook.com or visit the Pre-school’s page on www.rixtonwithglazebrook.net.

WASPS Breakfast Club offers weekday places for children aged 3-14yrs from St. Helen’s School, during term time. Costs are £5.50 from 7.30am - 9am or £5 from 8am - 9am. The After School Club sessions operate from 3.15pm - 6pm. Costs are £8.20 from 3.15pm - 4.30pm or £10.20 from 3.15pm - 6pm. Activities include arts and crafts, outdoor play, role play, construction, baking, board games, playstation, painting, drawing and modelling. Also on offer is a comfy zone, book area and homework area. Contact Karen Ward on 07582 719725.

Fusion Dance Classes, run by Warrington Wolves Foundation, for boys and girls 10yrs plus are on Wednesdays 4.30pm - 5.30pm at St. Helen’s School, Hollins Green. £3 per class (open to non pupils).

Messy Church is at Rixton Methodist Church for children 0-11yrs and their families - see p.13 for details and contact.

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Time to get involved? The following would welcome your help.

Hollins Green Community Shop is a not for profit shop managed by a small team of staff and supported by several local volunteers. This important village amenity needs continuous community support in order to succeed. It is never too late to offer your services - simply contact shop manager Julie Atkinson on 0161 775 7022 or email hollinsgreenshop@gmail.com or pop into the shop, 533 Manchester Road, WA3 6JU for a chat or to pick up a volunteer form.

Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery aim to make the cemetery a place in the community that we are all proud of. Volunteers are most welcome. All equipment is supplied - simply turn up on any of the action days between 10am - 1pm (see p.14 -17 for dates) or contact Pete Higson on 0161 775 2802 or email pete.s.higgy@btinternet.com. The Friends also offer a Grave Tending Scheme for relatives of the bereaved who are unable to tend their loved ones graves. For more information contact Sheila Breese on 0161 775 5640.

Glazebrook Residents’ Action Group take up causes to promote the interests of Glazebrook and the village environment and host community events on Glazebrook Village Green. To find out more contact David Richardson on 0161 777 6843.

The Rotary Club of Irlam welcome support from volunteers and applications for support from local community groups - visit irlamrotary.org.uk To apply contact Tony Beckett, 16 Oban Grove, Fearnhead, Warrington WA2 OTG, phone 07932 343438 or email anthonyjosephbeckett@hotmail.com. To join the Club contact David Fairclough on 07889 912680 or davidfairclough14@btinternet.com

Camsley Grange Riding for the Disabled, affiliated to the RDA, provide 2 riding sessions on a Monday and Wednesday evenings at Church Farm, off Glazebrook Lane, 6.30pm - 7.45pm for 4yr olds plus. The group are keen to hear from anyone willing to volunteer their help. If interested please contact Denise Shaw on 01925 827335 or visit camsleygrangerda.org.uk

WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCILLORS (WBC) updates“With massive budget cuts from government it is proving more and more difficult to deliver the services to the Parish, though we are doing the best we can and endeavouring to keep on top of grass cutting. The additional wildflowers have taken well and given the approach to the Parish a lift - we hope to repeat this next year. Enforcement officers are looking into the Gun Club on Prospect Lane, Rixton due to reports of shooting out of hours. Costs for the government’s proposed HS2 link continue to spiral and we continue to campaign vigorously to get government to rethink the Golborne Spur. The final route is expected to be announced by January 2017. Your Councillors would like to wish you and your families a happy and peaceful festive season.”Tony McCarthy Tony McCarthy 01925 251221 tmccarthy@warrington.gov.ukAndrew Hill 01925 419481 ahill1@warrington.gov.uk Pat Wright 01925 823165 pwright@warrington.gov.uk

Residents’ Surgeries are held to enable residents another opportunity to go along to discuss any council related or policing issues. Next Surgery - Sat 19th Nov 10.30am - 11am 2017 Surgery dates (all Saturdays) for your diaries: 21st Jan / 11th March / 20th May / 15th July / 16th Sept / 18th Nov Held at St. Helen’s Church House, Manchester Road, Hollins Green

You can report, view or discuss local problems at fixmystreet.com

EAST WARRINGTON AREA MANAGER - Ruth WhitworthThe Rixton and Woolston community meeting would like to invite you to their ‘Stay Well this Winter’ event on Wednesday 23 November at Woolston Hub at 11am. The first 30 people, over 50 years old, to attend the event will receive a winter warm goody bag, including tea bags and socks, and information about staying well this winter. There will be a presentation on the 11 top tips to stay well, and also an opportunity to discuss what is happening in your local community. All are welcome to attend, whatever you age. For further information contact East Neighbourhood Team on 01925 241360, or email eastneighbourhoods@warrington.gov.uk

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Parish Plan - Action Group UpdateThe Parish Plan Group are looking for a new Secretary to take over the role from Helen Weight. If anyone wishes to find out what the role entails they can contact Helen on 07530 895677 or the group’s Chair Pete Higson on pete.s.higgy@btinternet.com on 0161 775 2802.

Look of the Parish Action GroupPlanters around the Parish have added Summer colour thanks to the group’s volunteers who have been pruning, watering, planting and maintaining these. Litter is an ongoing problem, but is much improved thanks to the regular Parish Litter Picks. The next one is Saturday 11th February, meeting at the Black Swan at 10am - see p.17 for details. More hands are needed so please support this if you can. The group continues to help address dog fouling by providing doggy bags - see p.20 for how to report incidents of dog fouling.

Getting Around Action GroupFollowing a request by the Group, a recent traffic survey was carried out on Glazebrook Lane which highlighted a substantial number of vehicles travelling over and above the police enforcement speeds. The outcome is that 9 new 30mph camera signs will be erected from the A57 traffic lights all through the village to Woolden Road. As a result of the survey the Police are also looking at specific places and times to locate mobile radar cameras along the lane. On the cycling front, the Group continue to attend East Neighbourhood Meetings to push for proposed cycle routes along the A57.

Recreation & Leisure Action GroupA guided ‘Winter Walk’ within the Parish is being organised by the Group for Sunday 8th January - see p.16 or details. Everyone most welcome.

Social and Community Action GroupThe Parish Plan Group could use the IT skills of a young volunteer to assist with social media and group mail shots. If you are interested in lending a hand and want some volunteering experience to add to your CV, please get in touch - contacts below.

Next meeting - Wednesday 15th February 7.30pm, Glazebrook MethodistParish Plan Chair - Pete Higson - info@rwgparishplan.net

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POLICE COMMUNITY SUPPORT OFFICER (PCSO)PCSO Bethan Roberts continues to patrol our village. Joint Police and local ward councillor surgeries provide opportunities for you to discuss any issues or concerns which are affecting you or your community - see diary dates. A monthly news bulletin is produced by Cheshire Constabulary which highlights community engagement and priority action taken in our area - visit cheshire.police.uk then hover over the Warrington area marked on the map and click on Warrington East for information for the Rixton & Woolston area.Residents can also sign up for Cheshire Police Alert, a community messaging system, by visiting cheshirepolicealert.co.uk for more information and to register. By registering you receive news and appeals, local crime information and crime prevention advice direct as an email, text or voice message. To contact Cheshire Police call 101 - this is a non-emergency police number which should be used to report less urgent crime, for general enquiries or to speak to a local officer. In an emergency dial 999

IMPORTANT CONTACTSNon-emergency calls to Cheshire Police..................................101Crimestoppers...........................................................0800 555 111Warrington Borough Council....................................01925 444400NHS Direct.................................................................................111Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline.......................08454 04 05 06Contact Warrington (traffic and road safety issues)...........01925 443322

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEMETo find out if there is a current scheme in your area residents can leave a message for the Warrington East PCSOs at Warrington Local Policing Unit (LPU) on 101 with their contact details and name of the road in question or email warrington.lpu@cheshire.pnn.police.uk. If you are interested in becoming a Homewatch co-ordinator and would like to chat to someone already in the role, you can contact Karen Armstrong on claydonhomewatch@googlemail.com

GOLDEN GATES HOUSING - Neighbourhood Housing Officer Deal with estate and tenancy management, anti social behaviour and the reporting of hate crime. For any related enquiries or to report repairs call 0800 252627 Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm or email info@gght.org.uk.

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Hamilton Davies Trust (HDT) aims to provide continued and enhanced charitable support to Irlam, Cadishead and Rixton-with-Glazebrook. Community groups are encouraged to apply to HDT for help - phone 0161 222 4003 or email hello@hamiltondavies.org.uk To download a grant application form visit hamiltondavies.org.ukGrant applications are considered bi-monthly - the next Trustees meeting will be held 30th November.

At the May 2016 Trustees meeting HDT awarded match funding of £15,000 to St. Helen’s School to enable them to extend the classroom used by Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-school, due to the popularity and demand for full-day sessions. Also, following the very positive feedback received last year, HDT funded Peter Dwan to provide drugs education again this year to class 5 pupils. Head Teacher Christine Smith said:“The drugs talk was very age appropriate and delivered such an important message.” Community groups have also benefitted from HDT’s support with printing and publicity for their Summer and Autumn fundraising events and activities and the continued promotion of their news and events via the ‘in the know’ and the community websiterixtonwithglazebrook.net

In October HDT hosted their third Volunteer Thank You event to show their appreciation for the generosity of local residents who take time to give something back, in support of HDT, to the community in which they live. A good night was had by all.

Residents and visitors to the district can once again enjoy the many Christmas lights that brighten the Parish during the festive season. HDT are busily maintaining, repairing and replacing connections and tree lights to hopefully ensure the Parish is well and truly lit up!

Throughout 2016 the iTea & Biscuits courses have benefitted many learners and will continue to do so into the New Year. These popular sessions support local residents in learning about the wonderful world of online, helping them to improve their IT and digital skills and understanding of social media. The next 8 week course commences Thursday 19th January 2017. To book a place contact David Taylor on 0161 222 4003 or david@hamiltondavies.org.uk

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Rixton-with-Glazebrook Pre-school children are enjoying gathering and chatting on their new outdoor decking, picnic bench and beanbags. In July there was not a dry eye in the house as children performed songs and dances followed by a leaver’s presentation that looked back at their time at Pre-school. The staff wish them all the best for the future. To find out more about Pre-school places - see p.10 for contact details.

St. Helen’s Primary School staff were very proud of their pupils at the end of term performances as Key Stage 2 children entertained audiences with their play ‘School Days - the best days of our life’, and Year 6 led a moving and meaningful church service in which they shared their memories and hopes and dreams for the future. The staff wish the school leavers every future happinesss and success. School continue to offer a range of after school activities including Choir on Mondays; Ethos Groups on Tuesday; Fusion Dance Classes (see p.10) and Contact Rugby for Years 3-6. Recently some Key Stage 2 children took part in Fencing classes before school on Tuesday mornings which were very popular, even though it meant an early 8am start! Children in Y5 received Bike Ability training recently to learn how to be safe on the road. Football and sports coaching sessions continue thanks to the generous funding from the Hamilton Davies Trust (HDT). In the autumn term HDT also helped school organise a litter pick and a Drugs Awareness talk - see p. 7. School have recently signed up to Twitter – you can follow them on St Helen’s C.E. PS @sthelensCEPS To find out more about the various school activities visit: www.hollins-green.eschools.co.ukMembers of Hollins Green Sequence Dancing classes spent an enjoyable weekend in Llandudno and are looking forward to their forthcoming dancing break in St. Annes in February 2017.

Over 40 Friends of Hollinfare Cemetery volunteers enjoyed an evening get together at Boysnope Golf Club in October. The Friends group has now been operating for six years, during which time many friendships have been formed. Due to ongoing improvements, the cemetery received the Green Flag Award for the fourth year running.

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Many congratulations to Hollins Green Cubs who have gained the highest award in Cubs - the Chief Scout’s Silver Award. A lot of hard work and commitment was put in to achieving all their challenge badges and many activity badges and this was rewarded by receiving their certificate from the County Commissioner for Cubs. The thirty boys and girls who make up the Cubs pack have enjoyed a hectic year celebrating 100 years of Scouting. Following a day at Blackpool Pleasure Beach with the North West Region, they enjoyed a memorable weekend’s camping and games at Capesthorne Hall with over a thousand Cubs from all over Cheshire. The climbing walls of the North West Face in Warrington and paddling on kayaks at Grappenhall provided further exciting challenges as did their weekend’s camp at Waddecar in June where they tried shooting, indoor bouldering, raft building and canoeing. Cubs have recently returned from Linnet Clough Camp near Stockport where they braved the Cavebus and The Cube, which wasn’t easy! Three teams took part in the District Survival competition in October where they engaged their fire-lighting, cooking and shelter building skills. The year continues with a Cub 100 campfire in November and finishes with a very special birthday celebration at LA Bowl, The Jungle and Jump Nation when Cubs will renew their promise. Our huge thanks go to all the volunteer leaders and young leaders and especially to Anja who has helped our Cubs pack grow from strength to strength. Anja steps down as Cub Leader and we wish her well in her new adventures. For contact details for Beavers, Cubs and Scouts see p.10.

The hundreds of Harvest Festival gifts, kindly given to St. Helen’s Church were donated to the Homeless Centre in Warrington run by the Salvation Army. The church’s new altar cloth, donated by Cliff and Doreen Herridge, was dedicated by Rev. John Macaulay along with new altar linen donated by the Friends of St. Helen’s Church. The Friends continue to host various talks and musical evenings and enjoy an annual trip together, this year to Llandudno. They are looking forward to their Christmas event on 8th December. St. Helen’s Sunday School attendences continue to rise and, due to demand, lessons continued throughout the Summer for the first time ever.

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In the next couple of months there will be a survey dropping through your letter box asking for your opinion on our Parish Community Hall. The Hall was built in 1972 and has gone from being a hub of activity to, more recently, an under-used resource. Due to its current condition and high maintenance cost, there have been discussions about refurbishing, altering or rebuilding the Hall. The Community Hall Management Committee, as part of their considerations towards planning for the Hall’s future, wish to know your views. Please take time to complete and return the survey when it pops through your door.

Glazebrook Residents’ Action Group invite Parish residents of all ages to join them at their annual ‘Carols on the Green’- see p.16 for details.The Group wish to thank all who volunteer their time to this event and The Black Swan for donating a marquee - ensuring the carols can go ahead whatever the weather!

Following the backing of the Parish Council the ‘Shine the Light’ project has moved forward. Plans have been drawn up and submitted to Warrington Borough Council for planning permission to install 4 ground level lights in the road around the Cenotaph edging stones in order to gently uplight the war memorial.

Rixton Methodist Church extends a warm welcome to Stephen Froggatt who has taken over as Reverend from Jackie Bellfield. The Parish wishes Jackie all the best in her new appointment on the Wirral.

The local bus service Rural Rider has recently made changes to their timetable. To view the revised times and stops please visit our community website rixtonwithglazebrook.net If you wish to find out more about the service itself contact details are on p.19.Having added splashes of floral colour to Irlam and Cadishead as part of their ‘In Bloom’ project, The Rotary Club of Irlam have now turned their attention to the festive season and their Santa float tours of the district. See p.15 for dates and times and p.9 for Rotary contacts.

Glazebrook Post Office now has Christmas cards, bags and 2017 diaries and calenders on sale - with profits from all sales once again going to Clatterbridge Hospital Cancer Centre on the Wirral.

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NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Despite Hollins Green Community Shop increasing in popularity and establishing itself as a hub in the heart of the community, it still needs to increase its sales! It is vital that we show our support in order for the shop to reach the level of sales it needs to help it be sustainable and to allow for its future development and for unforeseen repairs and replacements. So, why not pop in and see what it has to offer.In order to help the shop reach its fundraising target, a fundraising event has been organised at The Community Hall, Hollins Green on Friday 11th November at 7:30pm. Local award winning DJ and male vocalist Simon Roscoe will be performing tracks and hosting what guarantees to be a fantastic evening. Tickets are on sale at the shop at £10 per person (strictly over 18’s) which includes a hot supper, provided by The Black Swan. There are also some amazing prizes, to be auctioned on the night. So why not get together with friends, the community, and all the staff and volunteers at the village shop for a boogie, bite and beverage - the more the merrier! Your support as always is very much appreciated and all proceeds will go to the sustainability of your local shop. Stuck for ideas for Christmas presents? Then don’t be. Following the success of the shop’s Christmas Hampers last year, they will again be offering a bespoke service. Customers can choose from any of the gorgeous Christmas products on sale in the shop, which best suit their family member or friend. For a small charge, the chosen goods will be put together to create a beautifully decorated bespoke festive hamper. Spend as little or as much as you like - feel free to pop in to browse their fantastic selection.More volunteers needed - if interested, please call into the shop to leave your details or phone 0161 775 7022. See p.18 for address/opening times. After positive feedback from the last carnival, the aim is to hold the next Rixton-with-Glazebrook Carnival on Saturday 24th June in beautiful weather conditions! The first group meeting for Carnival 2017 will be held Tuesday 8th November 8pm at the Scout Centre, Hollinfare Village Green. Anyone wishing to get involved in helping to plan,organise and run the event should try and go along to the meeting. If interested, please contact Neil Fairfax on 0161 777 6957 or at fairfaxfamily@talktalk.net

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CONTENTSIntroduction 2News and Announcements 3 - 4 Achievements, Highlights, Successes 5 - 7Parish Plan updates 8 Community Involvement 9Youth Group Activities 10Sports Clubs 11Group Social Activities 12Monthly Group Social Activities 13 Diary - November / December / January / February 14 - 17 Village Amenities (including opening times) 18 Getting Around / Road Safety 19Pet Owners / Dog Fouling / Horse Riding 20Rixton Claypits / Outdoor Pursuits 21Parish Council / Public Services / Libraries 22 - 23 WBC / East Warrington Area Manager 24 Police / Important Contacts / Homewatch 25 Facilities Information / Venues for Hire 26 - 29Contact Directory 30 - 31

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Welcome to the 30th edition of the Rixton-with-Glazebrook’s ‘in the know’ newsletter produced by the Hamilton Davies Trust (HDT). The newsletter has been going for 10 years now and I would like to thank HDT for continuing to support this much valued form of communication to residents and facility users - keeping the Parish linked and informed. A big thank you also to the kind volunteers who willingly and cheerfully distribute a copy to your door 3 times a year - many having helped since the first edition in 2007. Your Community Shop is doing well but needs your support - to find out how see p.3. Also one of our key facilities - the Community Hall needs your input - see p.4. For community events taking place see pages 14-17 for dates and times. For further information about facilities, groups and their events visit: rixtonwithglazebrook.net

Mandy

Unfortunately it is impossible to include all information submitted about each facility in a single newsletter, however all forwarded information will be kept for future reference. The next edition will be distributed March 2017 - any new information will be required by early February latest. If you would like to feature in the next edition, or have any queries regarding the newsletter, please do not hesitate to contact Mandy Eccles at:

The Hamilton Davies TrustHamilton Davies House117c Liverpool RoadCadisheadManchesterM44 5BG

telephone: 0161 222 4003email: mandy@hamiltondavies.org.ukwww.hamiltondavies.org.uk

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