Big thanks to all our sponsors from Cllrs Chris Ready and Ron Conway Michael Ready, Martin Wildman and David Coop
Great event cant wait for next year
Saturday, 14 September 2013
Wigans answer to the X Factor, Lisa Nandy and friends
Good Luck Abi really exciting social enterprise
Music Services in Wigan and the surrounding ages, for people aged 0 - 100 years of age!!
Our aim is to inspire and enrich lives, through music!!
Music Services in Wigan and the surrounding ages, for people aged 0 - 100 years of age!!
Our aim is to inspire and enrich lives, through music!!
Mission
Our aim is to inspire and enrich lives, through music!!"I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by, no matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music." Billy Joel
Description
We are SO excited to tell you all about our new Academy!!We will have all kinds of activities starting over the next few months, for all across the age ranges 0 - 110!! Keep checking our page for updates of what's happening, when - where and how ... we'd love to see you, your family, your friends!!
Monday, 19 August 2013
Wigan bake off 24th August
'On Sat 24 Aug 2013, The Good Life Show will be hosting The Great Wigan Bake Off at Haigh Hall. If you love home baking then this is your opportunity to see baking in action
There will be two amateur categories being judged:
Category One is for 12 Years - 17 Years
Category Two is for 18 Years +
If you would like more details, please email: wiganbakeoff@gmail.com
Or tel: 07825 512989'
Facebook - www.facebook.com/TheGreatWiganBakeOff & Twitter - @TheWiganBakeOff
Saturday, 17 August 2013
Miniature railway is back on track at Haigh Hall
Miniature railway is back on track
16 August 2013
GET your engine running with a ride on Haigh Country Park’s restored miniature railway!
The vehicle, which has been out of operation for two years, is back in action thanks to the sterling efforts of rail enthusiast and engineer Derek Moss.
Derek, from Appley Bridge, said: “I’ve visited Haigh Country Park since I was knee high to a grasshopper and can remember when the miniature railway first opened back in the 1980s so this is something close to my heart.
“I’ve got the locomotive working and repaired enough of the track to allow me to offer a service between the two stations on site. I’m now hoping to continue work on the track so I can reopen as much of the complete loop as possible.”
Derek has worked closely with leisure and culture provider WLCT to develop the project, which is also supported by the Friends of Haigh Country Park.
Stuart Murray, Chief Executive at WLCT, said: “Derek has done a fantastic job in restoring the miniature railway and I’m delighted that it is running again. I’d encourage families to take a trip to Haigh Country Park during the summer holidays, have a go on the train and experience some of the other attractions we’ve got on site.”
Cllr Chris Ready, Cabinet member for leisure and culture, said: “It’s great to see the miniature railway come to life again. The train was always a popular feature and now a new generation of visitors can get on board to enjoy a ride through this beautiful country park.”
The miniature railway is open at weekends, during school holidays and on bank holidays between 11am-4pm. Cost is £1 per person.
Tuesday, 13 August 2013
Fracking is not the answer
The policy only allows Fracking if it can be demonstrated there would be no unacceptable adverse environmental impact.
In my opinion Fracking is not suitable for Wigan with our mining background.
Maybe there would be no need for Fracking if Thatcher hadn't closed all the mines.
let's hope Cameron doesn't follow Thatcher and go for short term gain at the expense of the community at large.
Fracking's Aftermath: Wastewater Disposal Methods Threaten Our Health ...
Licences to exploit oil and gas are granted via the Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC). There are three Petroleum Exploration and Development Licences that we are aware of which cover parts of Wigan borough – EXL 273 (Alkane Energy Ltd), PEDL 165 (Cuadrilla Resources) and PEDL193 (IGAS PLC). Details of these licences can be found on the DECC website at https://www.gov.uk/oil-and-gas-licence-dataWigan Council, as the Local Planning Authority, only becomes involved if there is a need for a planning application or related planning issues. At present we have received no applications for companies to carry out hydraulic fracturing (aka "fracking") in the borough."
Saturday, 10 August 2013
Friends of Haigh Country Park Festival 25th August 11 till 4
A big thank you to the friends of Haigh this should be a fantastic day lets hope the weather smiles on us see you all there
Friday, 9 August 2013
Daniel Dawoud a truly inspirational person
I first met Daniel at last year’s Sports Awards. I knew straight away that there was something special about him as I couldn't get a word in for 10 minutes - which is unusual for me. Daniel has brittle bones and is dependent on his wheelchair but this does not deter him from leading a full life.
Daniel says “Chris and I have become good friends. We meet up for lunch and connect on Twitter on a regular basis. We both share the same passion for sport and everything Wigan and once I knew Chris was doing the 10k I couldn't resist the challenge, plus if Chris gets tired he can jump on the back of my chair”!
Daniel started playing Wheelchair Rugby roughly 18 months ago. He says “In my short time in the sport I have experienced some great success winning the Domestic League in my first season and most resonantly winning a European Club Competition in Amsterdam.
Due to the increased interest in the sport since London 2012 the club West Coast Crash formed a second team named West Coast Burn. The governing body for the sport in this county GBWR, also formed a second division due to more clubs being created across the United Kingdom. In the Second Division our team, West Coast Burn, came 2nd and also won promotion into the first division for next season. Our first team, Crash, came 3rd in the League and also 3rd in our Nationals Cup Competition which is our highest ever finish. Both teams also competed in a German club competition this year finishing strong in 5th and 6th positions.”
I've also included our club website for you and the National Governing Body's site for you for more information if needed. If there is anything else you need please let me know.
inspirational
Daniel says “Chris and I have become good friends. We meet up for lunch and connect on Twitter on a regular basis. We both share the same passion for sport and everything Wigan and once I knew Chris was doing the 10k I couldn't resist the challenge, plus if Chris gets tired he can jump on the back of my chair”!
Daniel started playing Wheelchair Rugby roughly 18 months ago. He says “In my short time in the sport I have experienced some great success winning the Domestic League in my first season and most resonantly winning a European Club Competition in Amsterdam.
Due to the increased interest in the sport since London 2012 the club West Coast Crash formed a second team named West Coast Burn. The governing body for the sport in this county GBWR, also formed a second division due to more clubs being created across the United Kingdom. In the Second Division our team, West Coast Burn, came 2nd and also won promotion into the first division for next season. Our first team, Crash, came 3rd in the League and also 3rd in our Nationals Cup Competition which is our highest ever finish. Both teams also competed in a German club competition this year finishing strong in 5th and 6th positions.”
I've also included our club website for you and the National Governing Body's site for you for more information if needed. If there is anything else you need please let me know.
inspirational
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