September 2024

Your official monthly newsletter for the Pendle villages of Barley, Newchurch, Roughlee, Sabden Fold & Spenbrook.

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St Mary’s Newchurch

Coffee & Cake, Noticeboards, New Vicar, Safeguarding...

Just a brief update from St Mary’s this month as we have all been away.

The free hospitality events, held on one Sunday a month have proved very popular (free cake and coffee/tea, and what lovely cakes!). The next one is on Sunday 22nd September, 2.00-4.00pm.

Inside the church we have lovely new noticeboards. We still expect to have the grills in the floor by the entrance, a new noticeboard in the church porch and a replacement notice board by the gate, and an extra cabinet and shelf in the kitchen in the next few weeks and then it is all completed. It has been a long …

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Barley Parish Council

Family Fun Day (7 Sept), Curry & Quiz Night, John Mager cycling, Vacancy...

Barley Events Committee are planning another Summer Family Fun Day on Saturday 7th September and what a day it promises to be! From 11am to 3pm, the Village Green will be transformed into a fun filled fete. This event is aimed at families, with a variety of wholesome games and activities which can be enjoyed by young and old. Activities include hook a duck, splat the rat, duck race, welly wanging and much more including craft stalls and a dog agility show. The chapel will be arranging a children’s sports day with various events.

The Cabin will be serving foods and the WI will be selling …

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Goldshaw Booth Parish Council

Summer BBQ, 20MPH, Footpaths and Vacancies...

While the weather hasn’t been kind to us over the last month (and the summer in general), the rain kept off on the afternoon of the 10th August, for the community barbeque.

It was lovely to meet up with many old friends and new, and the efforts of the volunteers was very much appreciated.

Special thanks to Carl Ryder for fixing the replacement swings and seats for the children, which got well used on the day, and everyone who brought such a fine array of cold food to go with the rest of the barbeque.

It was very encouraging that the August meeting of the Parish Council …

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Roughlee Parish Council

Best Kept Village final, Waste Bin, Fireworks...

Despite our concerns earlier in July we have got through to the final of the Best Kept Village competition alongside Brindall (near Chorley), final judging was due to take place during week commencing the 19th of August. I know that I am starting to repeat myself, but we wouldn’t be in this position if it wasn’t for the large band of Volunteers who give their time (in bags full) to keep the village looking so “special”. A big shoutout should also go out to those that have been painting and refurbishing the white railings near the river. It’s out of our hands now, but …

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Roughlee Village Centre

Duck Race, FORA Celebration (19 Oct), Fundraising...

The RVCC will not be holding its annual Duck Race on September 7th due to a big joint 60th booking for a villager at the centre. Sadly we can’t reschedule for later in the month due to holidays that most of the committee are taking, but the Duck Race event will return with a vengeance in 2025.

As most of you will be aware the Friends Of Roughlee Appearance FORA efforts have enabled Roughlee to get into the final two villages of Lancashire’s Best Kept Village 2024. This is for the third year in a row – results will be announced on October 15th and hopefully …

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Barley Village Hall

Renovations, Curry Night (7 Sept)...

Barley Village Hall has recently completed the installation of new flooring in its downstairs corridors, enhancing both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the space. The upgraded flooring, chosen for its durability and easy maintenance, is a significant improvement over the previous surface, which had shown considerable wear over the years. This renovation is part of a broader effort by the village hall committee to modernize the facility, ensuring it remains a welcoming and comfortable venue for the community’s diverse events and activities.

In addition to the renovations, the Barley Events Committee is excited to announce its upcoming Curry Night, scheduled for Saturday, 7th September at …

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Planning Applications

Applications validated in Aug 2024

For full details, or to comment, please enter the reference number, keyword, postcode or address on the Pendle Borough Council Planning system

 

Barley with Wheatley Booth parish

  • Ref. No: 24/0550/CEU – Pendle House Farm Cottage Barley Lane Barley Lancashire BB9 6LG – Certificate of Lawful Use (S.191 Existing Development): Demolition of wood shed and the erection of a single storey extension on the gable wall of the property.
  • Ref. No: 24/0545/FUL – Ing Ends Farm Barley Lane Barley Lancashire BB9 6LG – Full: Demolition of existing farmhouse and several outbuildings and the erection of a 1 no. self build dwelling.

Goldshaw Booth parish

  • Ref. No: 24/0511/TCA – 3 Osborne Terrace Newchurch In Pendle Lancashire BB12 9JJ – T1 Cherry (Front of property) – Crown Reduce 25% all round, T2 Birch (Rear of property) – Crown Reduce 25% all round and T3 Pine (Rear of property) – Crown Raise lower branches up to 2m [Decided – No Objection]

Roughlee Booth parish

  • Ref. No: 24/0525/HHO – Sunnybrae Noggarth Road Roughlee Lancashire BB12 9PT – Full: Demolition of existing single storey rear outbuilding and the erection of a single storey rear extension.

From the archives

Keeping East Lancashire in the Picture

‘KEEPING EAST LANCASHIRE in the Picture’ is a new two-year Lancashire Archives and Local History project that will make the wonderful collections of historic photographs in East Lancashire Libraries more accessible.

▼ The cottages on the right, by the river were built for weavers working at Narrowgate Mill. Their date of construction is not known, but is likely to be in the early nineteenth century. The majority had only two rooms and when the mill closed in 1967 they were deemed to be ‘sub-standard’. Saved from demolition they have been renovated, the original 10 dwellings being converted into 5 new cottages and are now in occupation. The white building in the distance is Nattow Gates House, (shown as Lower Narrow Gates on the 1894 1:2500 Ordnance Survey map). The licence plate on the car on the left dates the photograph to later than 1977.

ENE20151203018 - Narrowgates, Barley - Stanley Bracewell Collection
ENE20151203018 – Narrowgates, Barley – Stanley Bracewell Collection

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Please mention Parish News to them!

If you have any neighbours or friends that have just moved to the area, or who might not be aware of this newsletter, please can you mention Parish News to them. We’re now on 800+ email subscribers across Barley, Goldshaw Booth and Roughlee so are definitely reaching the majority of households, but it’s an ongoing job to let people know when there’s no longer a physical copy being delivered and not everyone will see the adverts on noticeboards. Thanks for your help!

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Pendleside Gardeners Club

New Gardening Club!

A new bimonthly gardening club is starting up for Gardeners in & around the parishes of Roughlee, Goldshaw & Barley.

First meeting is at 7pm on the 17th September 2024 at Roughlee Village Centre, £5 inc. refreshments.

Montford Cottage Gardening
Sustainable Gardening

Kathryn will talk about the large country house gardens she manages and how to integragate sustainable & wildlife friendly gardening techniques into your own garden.

We have free goody bags with plant food, seeds and other items along with a free grand raffle with items kindly sponsored by Conka/Pdotwolf, LBS, Lanlee, Thompson & Morgan, and Suttons.

Plant swap table – surplus plants will be given to the BKV teams. 2nd meeting is Tuesday 19th November at St Marys Newchurch which will be Chris Mortimer from the Hardy Plant Society. See the Facebook page for more information.

24 Hour Charity Sheep Shear

20-21 Sept, Sabden Old Hall Farm

Please sponsor Brian Nutter’s 24 hour Charity Sheep Shear at Sabden Old Hall Farm on 20-21 September. We would love you to come along at any time from 9.00am on Friday 20th September, or cheer him on at the last hurdle from 3pm on Saturday 21st September and for a beer afterwards.

Bar, food, live music and entertainment all while raising money for some amazing charities: North West Air Ambulance and the NFU – Yellow Wellies.

If you would like any further information, please feel free to ring Brian on 07808 315293, or Wendy on 07967 308332 or by email.

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Bowland Lecture 2024

A Closer Look at the Region's Celtic Past - 1st Oct, 7.30pm

Browsholme Hall’s Tithe Barn will be the setting for an early autumn lecture delivered by Neil Whalley on the evening of Tuesday 1st October.

In his talk, The Celtic history of the North West, Neil will trace the history of the ‘Celts’ in the North West, from their European origins to their eventual disappearance, exploring their language, religion, literature and legends, and looking at what they left behind.

The Celtic past in North West England is fascinating but, according to Neil, often overlooked. Fragments of evidence from history, archaeology and literature help us piece together a world of ancient gods and tribal territories, and a medieval warrior …

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Foraging Wander

Feast Bowland 2024

Forest of Bowland week-long celebration

The annual Feast Bowland week returns from 21st to 27th September, offering a week-long celebration of the rich culinary heritage and local produce found across the Forest of Bowland.

Event Highlights:

  • Saturday 21st – Picnic & Play in the Park: Kick off the festivities with a family-friendly picnic and outdoor games at Dunsop Bridge.
  • Monday 23rd – Foraging and Wellbeing Wander: Join us for a foraging wander in Barley, exploring the benefits and uses of local plants, trees, and mushrooms.
  • Tuesday 24th – Herbal Medicine Walk: Learn about herbalism and wild foods during a guided walk and workshop at Barrowford Heritage Centre.
  • Wednesday 25th – Bowland and Bay Food Tours: …
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Announcing the Parish News Archives

Revisit local stories right back to 2004

Parish News has been the official local newsletter for the Pendle villages of Barley, Goldshaw Booth and Roughlee for over 20 years.

We’re very pleased to be able to announce the release of the full archives of Parish News online, dating right back to 2004. It’s a treasure chest of local stories and interesting nuggets: the time the centre of Newchurch was covered in cement from a leaky wagon; the quick drink Ann Widdecombe enjoyed at the Bay Horse Inn; or the proposal for the creation of the super-parish Barchurchlee – dive in and enjoy some fond local memories!

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Andrew Cowell - Pendle Hill from Twiston Moor

Bowland Life Through a Lens

Forest of Bowland Photography Competition

This month sees the launch of a special photography competition to celebrate Bowland as a newly named National Landscape during our 60th anniversary year.

The Forest of Bowland photo competition – Life through a Lens – is a fantastic opportunity for photographers to showcase their skills in capturing the essence of this beautiful area.

With three categories to choose from – people, nature, and place – participants can highlight the distinct beauty of the Forest of Bowland. Whether it’s the warmth of community life, intriguing wildlife, or the unique character of local landscapes and places, each category offers a chance to tell a different story through the …

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Events in Barley: September 2024

Dates for your diary...

  • Pendle Forest History Group – Wed 18th Sept, 7.30pm at Barley Village Hall – A talk by John Pallister titled
    “The History of Bolton by Bowland”. Members £2.00, Visitors £3.00 – Email →
  • Pendle Patchers – Tues 10th & 24th Sept, from 1pm at Barley Village Hall – Pendle Patchers’ September meeting dates are no doubt Christmas projects will start to be discussed! If you have a festive sewing/knitting/crotchet project in mind and want to come along and join us, please drop in. Contact Gil Beeke if you want any more information on 01282 602449 / Email →
  • FOG Club – Thurs evenings, 6.30pm-7.45pm at Barley Chapel – For children aged 6-11 years. Contact Angie on 07967 121031 or just come along
  • Barley WI – 1st Wed of the month, 7.30pm at Barley Village Hall – New members are always welcome, first three meetings are free so you can make sure you like it! The WI isn’t just a monthly meeting – we have sub groups which include Walking, Crafting, Dining Club (The Sticky Toffee Pudding Club!) along with two book clubs.
  • Card making class – 1st and 3rd Mon of each month, 1-3pm at Barley Village Hall – for details contact Valerie on 01282 691850
  • Coffee and Chat – 2nd Wed of each month, 10am-12pm at Barley Village Hall – All welcome, not just the old folk – £2 gets coffee (or tea) and cake!

St. Mary's Church

September 2024 Services

Everyone is welcome to join us for worship. There are activity bags for children.

All services are Holy Communion at 9.30am unless indicated otherwise:

  • Sunday 1st September – 14th after Trinity
  • Saturday 7th September 7:30pm – Patronal Festival Concert, ‘Some Enchanted Evening’ – Music from Stage and Screen with John Garrett. No Tickets, Free Entry, Refreshments
  • Sunday 8th September – Patronal Festival Service; Baptism 12.45pm
  • Sunday 15th September – 16th after Trinity
  • Sunday 22nd September – Education Sunday. 9.30am Morning Prayer led by Melanie Clark (LLM)
  • Sunday 29th September – St Michael and All Angels & Celebration of St Mary’s 480th anniversary – 9.30am Holy Communion
  • Sunday 29th September 6:30pm at St Thomas’ Church, Barrowford – All The Angels Sang – Concert by St Peter’s Young Singers, of Burnley, directed by Meena Tomlinson, and Pendle Youth and Children’s Choirs, directed by Julie Townson. No Tickets, Free Entry, Refreshments

Contact Fr Paul Payton for more details on 07866 696 891 or email frpaulp@yahoo.com.