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Welcome to the March Issue of Local Living
As we step into March, there's a sense of renewal in the air. Lighter evenings, fresh beginnings, and a calendar full of community events remind us why we love where we live. In this issue, we celebrate local stories and the people who make our area special. Thank you for reading and supporting local here's to a vibrant and uplifting month ahead. Do you have a small business that you want to shout about? Let us help you build your customer base! 10,000 copies delivered every month reaching over 30,000 customers in a much larger A4 format to enhance your business.
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Deadline for April 16th March
TUESDAY
Lowton
Travelodge, Newton Road, Lowton. WA3 1HD 5pm & 6.30pm Call Sarah 07912 149228
WEDNESDAY
Golborne
Methodist Church, Heath St, Golborne. WA3 3AD 9am, 10.30am, 4.45pm 6.45pm Call Jenna 07974 301019
SATURDAY
Lowton
Travelodge 322 Newton Road, Lowton, WA3 1HD
Thursday 5.30pm, Saturday 8am & 9.45am Call Vicki 07941 482466
Slimming World Crowned Their Greatest Losers
in Groups
Lianne Farrell was awarded as the Greatest Loser in the 8am Saturday session at the Travelodge with an outstanding 12 stone loss.
Lianne has been attending the group for nearly 9 years.
Sarah Greely was awarded as the Greatest Loser in the 9.45am Saturday session at the Travelodge with an outstanding 10 stone 12.5lbs in just 2 1/2 years
Katie Jones — Horseback Archer
Katie Jones proudly represented Great Britain for the first time at Stage 1 of the European Grand Prix of horseback archery in Barcelona. Competing alongside her teammates, the GB Team delivered a strong performance to finish an impressive fourth overall. The competition featured three challenging tracks — Tower, Raid and Hunt — testing speed, accuracy and horsemanship. Katie excelled in the Raid event, finishing ninth and setting a new personal best. Her outstanding performance also earned her the prestigious HA4 award. She now looks ahead to Stage 2 of the series, taking place in Poland this May. The competition is over three different tracks. Two straight tracks 234 , which are on a 90 m track. The raid track has to be completed in 14 seconds and the tower track has to be completed in 18 seconds and the Hunt Track is a 1.2km track taking in twists and turns and different terrains with a par time of 3minutes 40 seconds , Katies steed was the second fastest on the hunt track with an impressive 3 minute 10second finish.
Katie is a member of British Horseback Archery Association and a member of Ribble Valley Mounted Archers who train in Skipton and a member of Wales and Wirral Warriors who train around North Wales/ Widnes/Cheshire.
WHATS ON GUIDE
Bridge for Beginners
Mondays at 7.15pm
Wigan Bridge Club
38 Bridgeman Terrace, Wigan WN1 1TT
Tel: Secretary: Shaun Frayne 07763 809 257 Tutor: John Gooch 01257 266288
Cheeky Monkey Play Group
Mondays and Thursdays
9.15-11.15am Term Time Only at Golborne Sports Club, Stone Cross Lane.
Church Lane Community Centre Room for Hire
Contact for enquiries/bookings
Email: churchlane@douglasvalley.org.uk
Church Lane Community Centre, Lowton, WA3 2RZ
Coffee & Chat
Pop in for a cuppa in a friendly environment every Thursday, 9-11.45am
St Mary’s Community Hall, Newton Road, Lowton,WA3 1EW
Tea, coffee hot buttered toast and teacakes available.
Forget Me Not Friends
We meet at Broadmead Day Centre on the 4th Saturday in the month at Broadmead Day Centre between 10 a.m. and 12 noon.
We have a cuppa, a chat, games and entertainment.
Admission is free.
We welcome anyone who is alone, has health problems, or is a carer, or just someone who wants to join in. We are also dementia-friendly.
Wigan Council has nominated us for the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.
“Good As New” Shop
St. Thomas’ Church Golborne, WA3 3TH
Open from 10am - 12:00pm Every Thursday.
Light refreshments will be served
Golborne Community Club
The Club is run on a “not for profit” basis. The club holds a Monday Club on the first Monday of the Month, 1pm until 5pm.
Members £4 and Non-Members £6
Come along and enjoy bingo, buffet, raffle and an artist all included in your fee. Cheap as chips and I’ve heard it is highly recommended!
Saturday Night Cabaret Nights are open to Members £1 and Non-Members £1.50
Why not do something different on your Saturday night?
2 Salisbury Street, Golborne, WA3 3BW
Call: 01942 588574
Heath Street Methodist Church
‘WARM SPACE’ Coffee Mornings
9 11am, Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays All welcome.
Messy Church Saturday 28th March
For all ages based on creativity hospitality and celebration
Our weekly service is Sunday 11am
Also
Creative kids!
A new sensory and craft based playgroup Tuesdays 9.15- 11.15am
£2.50 per week
Contact 07715 213531 for more information
Lowton & Golborne Community Church
Join us for a friendly tea or coffee at our Community Café every Tuesday 9am 12 pm, We have a play area for Mums and toddlers .
149a Lowton Road Golborne, WA3 3H
Pennington Wharf Community Hub
Craft & chat, Tuesdays 10.30 12.30 & Wednesdays 7-9
Play & stay for babies & toddlers Tuesdays 10.30 12.30
£1 to include a brew
Red Lion Bowling
Interested in Crown Green Bowling at the Red Lion, Lanehead, Lowton?
We have 3 teams -
Monday 19.00 - Hindley League male
Tuesday 13.45 - Newton Senior League male
Wednesday 19.00 - Leigh Parks Leaguemale & female.
Beginners are more than welcome to join us and learn the game.
If you are interested in playing in any of these teams for the Red Lion please contact Phil on 07954 380132
St Luke’s Church
Knit & Natter Group £1 includes refreshments
Every 2nd & 4th Friday, 2 –4pm
Anyone can attend , any type of craft All welcome to pop in for a chat and a cuppa Church Lane, Lowton
St Mary’s Church
Lowton St. Mary's Church is open for visitors on Mondays & Fridays 10.00 - 11.30am, Everyone is welcome. Just passing by, feel free to drop in and have a look around, have a chat or sit quietly. If the welcome sign is out then we are open.
Strong Tower Christian Fellowship
Lowton Community Centre, Church Lane, Lowton, WA3 2RZ.
Friday’s at 19:00
Dennis: 07547 948503 or Lita: 07910 857195
Warrington Bridge LEARN
Thursday - Beginners & Improvers –U3A
email: andrew@websage.co.uk
Thursday - Intermediates -Warrington Bridge Club email: playbridgewarrington@gmail.com
PLAY – A partner can always be found Tuesdays – U3A
email: andrew@websage.co.uk
Mondays & Thursdays - Warrington Bridge Clubemail: playbridgewarrington@gmail.com
AEW PAINTING, DECORATING & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
35yrs experience. City & Guilds
Qualified.
All aspects of interior and exterior works carried out.
No job too small. Specialising in wallpapering. Professional, Reliable and Quality Workmanship. FREE ESTIMATES
Tel: 07921 504602 or 01942 672582 aewood@btinternet.com
AJD PLASTERING
Professional & Reliable
High Standard of Work
Over 10 years experience
No job too big or small
For a free quote call Andrew on 07521 967031
ARCHITECT SERVICES
Lowton based architect for your property conversion designs including submission to local authorities for planning and building regulation consideration.
Excellent service with quality drawings at competitive prices. Ring Gavin Pinion at Goldcrest Design Services Ltd on 01942 729832 or 07958102874
HOYLES PROFESSIONAL CARPET SOFA, RUG AND LEATHER CLEANING SPECIALIST
All domestic and commercial work carried out by our team of qualified technicians with over 35 years in the cleaning industry. Our services include Leather Cleaning, Conditioning and Restoration Work, Carpet, Upholstery, Rug & Hard Floor Cleaning.
CALL HOYLES TODAY ON 01942 711750 / 07831 481771 www.carpetcleanerswarrington.com
LOWTON & GOLBORNE
AIRPORT TAXIS
Holiday in comfort & style in our beautifully presented vehicles piloted by our professional drivers. Exceptional customer service featuring our peace of mind courtesy call the day before your holiday & our meet & greet service inside the terminal building on your return journey.
Tel 01942 269919 WhatsApp 07732578966 www.longfordsairporttaxis.co.uk
ROOFING
Time served roofer (25yrs Experience)
All roofing and gutter repairs, from a broken tile to a full re-roof. Insurance work undertaken, special rates for OAP’s.
Call Alan on 07930 110031 for free estimates
TELEVISON AERIAL, SATELLITE, CCTV SERVICES
Lowton based. Over 30 years experience.
Professional and reliable.
Discrete installation with high quality materials for homes and businesses.
I am fully insured. All work is fully guaranteed. Daytime or Evening appointments contact Alex: 01942 670862 / 07973 747307 or email alexacsa@hotmail.com www.aerial-services.net
THE TYREMAN
Not all heroes wear capes! Tyreman to the rescue, keeping your wheels turning Call Dave - 07949 538630
UPHOLSTERY DESIGNS
Atlas Upholstery Design Service Specialist in the re-upholstery of Settees, Easy Chairs, Dining Chairs etc. Headboards recovered and made to order. Spring repairs etc. Do you need new foam cushion? Pubs, Clubs, Caravans recovered etc. 40 years In the trade. Workmanship guaranteed. FREE ESTIMATES
Call David on :01942 729978 www.atlasupholstery.co.uk
WANTED MEMORABILIA
Football, Rugby, Racing and all Sports Programmes and Memorabilia, Before 1957 is preferred, but all other years will be considered.
Cash paid by genuine local collector.
Call Steve on 07437 759100
