January 2026 Issue 105
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Welcome to the January Issue of Local Living
MILLTOWN CHOIR SUCCESS IN OHIO
They qualified for an international barbershop singing competition, which took place in Columbus, Ohio last month. Where they actually won their category, Welcome to a New Year Now more than ever your local tradespersons making them the first ever choir from the UK to win this title since the contest began 77 years ago! and businesses need you. Overindulged over Christmas well our cover The choir, Milltown Sound Chorus, formed in 2009 girls can help you get back on track at their and is made up of members from all walks of life, Slimming World groups in Lowton & Golborne. with their youngest being 15 and oldest 81. Also there is Shelley Law who will whip you “We are so proud to have achieved this not only for the UK, but for the North West and our small town of into shape too with her PT sessions. Do you have a small business that you want to Wigan. We rehearse every Wednesday 8-10pm shout about? Let us help you build your in Ashton-in-Makerfield, and our members live in all customer base! 11,000 copies delivered surrounding areas like Garswood, St Helens, Golborne, Lowton, Hindley, Atherton, etc” every month reaching over Love, Stella (Assistant Musical Director) 30,000 customers in a much
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S.Law Fitness Coaching at Iconic Fitness I'm Shelley, 57 and a PT at Iconic Fitness Golborne I challenge you to be the best project you have ever worked on. I bring a wealth of knowledge in fitness & nutrition that I am eager to share with you.
Volunteers & Donations Urgently needed Are you over 18? Do you have a spare hour? Can you help with our larger breed horses? We regularly need donations of wet cat food, if you can donate a tin a week please email: littlenestrescue@gmail.com Little Nest Rescue is a registered C.I.C. [ 11701440]
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Hi I’m Sarah and I’m a Slimming World Consultant I’ve been supporting members on their weightloss journeys for the past 10 years. I currently run groups in Leigh and for the last 18 months I’ve also been proud to support members at out Lowton Travelodge group on a Tuesday Evening. Helping build confidence, develop healthy habits and achieve lasting results is something I’m truly passionate about. I love being part of such supportive, motivating groups. I am also a Team Developer in the area working alongside 10 consultants looking after 23 groups. Hi I’m Vicki , with 15 years of experience as a Slimming World Consultant, I’m dedicated to helping members achieve lasting weightloss while enjoying generous, satisfying portions. I guide people to develop healthier eating habits, build confidence and grow in their understanding of food choices. My passion is supporting every member through their unique journey ensuring they feel encouraged and empowered to reach their goals. I am returning to the Thursday evening group on the 8th January 2026 please do join me at 5.30pm. You can also find me there on a Saturday morning at 8 & 9.45am.
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Hi I’m Jenna, for nearly 11 years, I’ve had the privilege of being a Slimming World Consultant and it all started with my own journey. By following Slimming World I lost almost 3 stone and now its simply part of my everyday life. What makes this role so special is being able to support others on their own path to weightloss and wellbeing. Every week I’m proud of each and every member who walks through the doors of my group. Together we celebrate successes, share tips and lift each other up when things feel tough. It’s not just about losing weight—it’s about gaining confidence, health and a supportive community.
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Lowton Golborne Travelodge, Newton Road, Methodist Church, Heath St, Lowton. WA3 1HD Golborne. WA3 3AD 5pm & 6.30pm 9am, 10.30am, 4.45pm 6.45pm Call Sarah 07912 149228 Call Jenna 07974 301019
SATURDAY Lowton Travelodge 322 Newton Road, Lowton, WA3 1HD Thursday 5.30pm, Saturday 8am & 9.45am Call Vicki 07941 482466
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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
Golborne Community Club Pennington Wharf Community Hub The Club is run on a “not for profit” basis. Craft & chat, Tuesdays 10.30—12.30 & The club holds a Monday Club on the Wednesdays 7-9 first Monday of the Month, 1pm until Play & stay for babies & toddlers 5pm. Tuesdays 10.30—12.30 Members £4 and Non-Members £6 £1 to include a brew Come along and enjoy bingo, buffet, raffle and an artist all included in your Red Lion Bowling Interested in Crown Green Bowling at the fee. Cheap as chips and I’ve heard it is Red Lion, Car Boot and Table Top Sale highly recommended! Lanehead, Lowton? Saturday 6th September 8.30am Saturday Night Cabaret Nights are open We have 3 teams St Mary’s Community Hall, Newton Road, Monday 19.00 - Hindley League—male to Members £1 and Lowton,WA3 1EW Tuesday 13.45 - Newton Senior League— Non-Members £1.50 Pitches: Inside £10 pre-booked male Outside £7 pre-booked, £8 on the day Why not do something different on your Wednesday 19.00 - Leigh Parks League Refreshments available Saturday night? male & female. TEL: 07746062300 2 Salisbury Street, Golborne, Beginners are more than welcome to join us and learn the game. WA3 3BW If you are interested in playing in any of Call: 01942 588574 Cheeky Monkey Play Group these teams for the Red Lion Mondays and Thursdays please contact Phil on 07954 380132 9.15-11.15am Term Time Only “Good As New” Shop St Luke’s Church at Golborne Sports Club, St. Thomas’ Church Golborne, WA3 3TH Knit & Natter Group—£1 includes Stone Cross Lane. Open from 10am - 12:00pm Every refreshments Thursday. Every 2nd & 4th Friday, 2 –4pm Light refreshments will be served. Anyone can attend , any type of craft Church Lane Community Centre All welcome to pop in for a chat and a Room for Hire cuppa Heath Street Methodist Church Contact for enquiries/bookings Church Lane, Lowton ‘WARM SPACE’ run daily Coffee MornEmail: ings 9—11am churchlane@douglasvalley.org.uk Church Lane Community Centre, Lowton, (except Wednesdays) . All welcome. Our weekly service is Sunday 11am WA3 2RZ
St Mary’s Church Lowton St. Mary's Church is open for visitors on Mondays & Fridays 10.00 - 11.30am, Also Everyone is welcome. Just passing by, feel free to drop in and have a look Creative kids! A new sensory and craft based playgroup around, have a chat or sit quietly. If the welcome sign is out then we are Tuesdays 9.15- 11.15am open. £2.50 per week
Coffee & Chat Pop in for a cuppa in a friendly environment every Thursday, 9-11.45am St Mary’s Community Hall, Newton Road, Contact 07715 213531 for more Lowton,WA3 1EW information Tea, coffee hot buttered toast and teacakes available. Lowton & Golborne Community Church Join us for a friendly tea or coffee at our Forget Me Not Friends Community Café every We meet at Broadmead Day Centre on Tuesday 9am—12 pm, the 4th Saturday in the month at We have a play area for Mums and Broadmead Day Centre between toddlers . 10 a.m. and 12 noon. 149a Lowton Road Golborne, WA3 3HT We have a cuppa, a chat, games and entertainment. Admission is free. Lowton WI We welcome anyone who is alone, has Lowton WI meet at 7.15 pm on the first health problems, or is a carer, or just Thursday of the month at Lowton Social someone who wants to join in. We are Club, Newton Rd, Lowton. also dementia-friendly. Wigan Council has nominated us for the Phone: Val Barrow on 07419 335330. King’s Award for Voluntary Service.
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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 Club email: playbridgewarrington@gmail.com
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KNIT A BEANIE HAT FOR A BOLLARD! What a wonderful idea! If you love knitting please join Elaine Appleton in making our town more colourful. Please get in with Elaine for more information TEL: 07982 415077
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