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Apply Now! – Thrive with Arts, Culture and Heritage Grant Funds

People involved in the world-renowned arts, culture, heritage, festivals and events scene of Westmorland and Furness are being urged to apply for two major grant funds worth a total of just over £260,000.

Applicants have until Monday, 2nd June 2025 to apply to the £175,276 ‘Thrive with Arts, Culture and Heritage Fund’ and the £85,000 ‘Festivals and Events Fund’.

The two schemes have been relaunched by Westmorland and Furness Council after they ran so successfully last year.

To find out more information, please click here

Potential applicants are encouraged to find out more by visiting the UKSPF page on the council’s website where they can check if they are eligible to apply, read the guidance and download an application form – to be completed and returned by Monday, 2nd June.

For any questions, please email artsandculture@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

Haverflatts Lane Road Closure

Temporary Road Closure: Haverflatts Lane, Milnthorpe 22nd – 24th May

A temporary road closure has been put in place to allow Fibrus to carry out utility works which are expected to commence 22nd May 2025 and anticipated to take 3 days to complete.

Please see below details of the extents of the restriction(s) and any alternative route(s) which may be in place, the relevant legal notice can be viewed here  and a location plan clearly showing these extents can be found here.

Location: Haverflatts Lane, Milnthorpe from its junction with the C5071, extending in a south westerly direction for approx. 490m.

Alternative Route: A suitable alternative route will be signed and made available via the C5071 and Kirkgate Lane.  A way for pedestrians and dismounted cyclists will be maintained at all times.

N.B Passage for Emergency Vehicles will be maintained where required for the duration of this restriction.

Should you have any queries in relation to this temporary Order please contact the Highways Hotline by calling 0300 373 3306 or via the Westmorland & Furness Council website, quoting the reference TTROW/14011

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Carnforth Veterinary Practice Continues As Independant

A P Lee Independant Vets in Carnforth, established in 1984 by Alison Lee, will continue as an independant veterinary practice in the hands of Practice Director, Joseph Elliott BVMedSci BVM BVS GPCert(SAS) MRCVS following Alison’s retirement last year.

Graduating from the University of Nottingham, Joe has worked in a variety of small animal hospitals, and has completed a certificate in small animal surgery. He enjoys all aspects of general practice and has a passion for surgery, competent in performing a wide variety of orthopaedic and soft tissue surgeries.

With an excellent, enthusiastic and caring support team, the practice offers a full range of veterinary services with excellent facilities for consultations, digital x-ray, ultrasound scanning, operating theatre, in-house laboratory facility, dental equipment, ECG, and blood pressure monitoring. There is also the facility to hospitalise patients if required.

This friendly, local, independant practice is welcoming new clients.

To find out more about the practice and what they offer, call 01524 735249, email admin@apleevets.co.uk or visit the website apleevets.co.uk

Joe Elliott - A P Lee Vets, Carnforth
Joe Elliott – Practice Director, A P Lee Independant Vets, Carnforth

New Consulting Room - A P Lee Independant Vets, Carnforth
New Consulting Room – A P Lee Independant Vets, Carnforth
Reception - A P Lee Vets, Carnforth
Reception – A P Lee Independant Vets, Carnforth

Outreach Opportunities for Primary Schools – Part of the ‘Step Up to Dallam’ programme

Dallam School are showcasing some outreach sessions for primary schools in May and June and are encouraging parents, carers and those who work in the local primary school to get involved and help their school sign-up. They are a series of hands-on creative sessions with the first booking deadline is coming up soon – on Friday, 9th May 2025.

The sessions are:

Friday, 6th June 2025 – ‘Joseph Elliott’s Storytelling Adventures’ 12.30 – 3pm

Where children can join author and CBeebies star Joseph Elliott for a fun afternoon of storytelling. He’ll reveal the secrets behind his characters and how he brings stories to life—with a signed book up for grabs. Closing date for bookings: Friday, 9th May.

Thursday, 12th June 2025: ‘Feel The Beat’ Explore African Music and Mixed Media. 9am – 3pm

Step into art and music with two high-energy creative sessions. Feel the beat with our African drumming session, where you’ll learn how the Djembe drum is used in West African music. Have a go at playing it yourself.

After the music, get creative with printmaking in our mixed media workshop – there’ll be a masterpiece to take home too! Closing Date for Bookings: Thursday, 15th May 2025

Wednesday, 17th June 2025: ‘Lab Legends’ – Get Hands-On With Science. 12.30 – 3pm

Get ready to dive into the world of science. an energetic session of real lab experiments in chemistry and biology, using proper science equipment like Bunsen burners and microscopes. Who knows what amazing discoveries you’ll make in the lab? Closing Date for Bookings: 20th May 2025

‘Get a-Head in Maths’ – Local schools can also invite Headteacher, Mr Henneberry, to lead a fun and engaging maths lesson in their classroom. Available to book now.

Details and booking are available on the Dallam School website:
https://www.dallamschool.co.uk/about-us/our-community/step-up-to-dallam/

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Interested in Playing Competitive Table Tennis?

Burton Table Tennis Club currently has 4 teams in the Kendal & District Table Tennis League – 2 teams in Division 1 (Burton A & B), and 2 teams in Division 2 (Burton C & D). There are 3 players in a team and home matches are played on Wednesday evenings, from 7-9pm, in the Burton Memorial Hall.

On Thursday evenings, Junior Coaching runs from 5.15pm to 6.00pm and an Adult Social Session from 6pm to 7pm. Currently seven juniors attend the junior sessions and eight people attend the adult social.

Anyone interested in getting involved with either of these sessions, or playing competitively, contact Tony March (Chair and Level 1 Table Tennis Coach) on 07814 029471 or email tony@lonsdaleconsulting.co.uk.

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CancerCare 'Lights to Remember'

Local Cancer and Bereavement Charity Holds Unique Remembrance Event For The Public

A local charity who helps people affected by cancer and bereavement is inviting people to pay tribute to lost loved ones at a special remembrance event.

CancerCare North Lancashire and South Cumbria are hosting ‘Lights to Remember’ on Friday 25th April 2025 from 7pm at their Slynedales Centre in Lancaster. The grounds around the historic building, where many clients receive support after a cancer diagnosis or after losing a loved one, will be lit up with personalised candles bearing a name and a message.

The evening will have opportunities for reflection as well as contemplative live music. A team of CancerCare therapists will also be in attendance on the night should attendees feel the need to talk to someone.

‘Lights to Remember’ is kindly sponsored by Birchall Blackburn Law for the second time. Last year’s event was titled ‘Lights on the Lawn’ and it was rebranded for 2025 to encourage people who might not be able to attend the evening to use the charity’s online dedication wall. Here you can leave a photograph and a lasting message to a lost loved one, and the CancerCare team can place your light for you on the night.

‘Lights to Remember’ is for everyone who has experienced loss, not just those who have used CancerCare’s services. The event is free to attend, though there is an option to donate to CancerCare so they can continue to support children and adults affected by cancer or bereavement.

For more information, click here.

Eleanor Sweeney from Caton attended ‘Lights on the Lawn’ last year. Eleanor’s late husband Peter was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2019. Peter was supported by CancerCare’s Lancaster Centre via one-to-one counselling prior to 2020, continuing his sessions over the phone during the Coronavirus pandemic. Peter sadly died in May 2023.

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Let’s Swap Together for the Good of Our Community!

The Climate Coalition’s ‘Great Big Green Week’ is taking place from 7th to 15th June 2025, and this year’s theme is “Let’s Swap Together for Good.”

Here in Arnside, local groups, organisations, and individuals are coming together to celebrate. Sustainable Arnside and The Women’s Institute are leading the way, with a range of exciting community events planned. Keep an eye out for more details!

What is the Great Big Green Week?

Across the UK, over one million people will take part by making swaps—big or small! These could be swapping clothes, plants, books, or even changing habits to help protect nature and fight climate change.

How Can You Get Involved?

We can all make changes, whether it’s swapping old items, choosing more sustainable options, or taking action to show we want a better future for our community and planet. This is also a chance to send a clear message to decision-makers that we want positive change for future generations. We welcome support, contributions, exhibitions, and volunteers! So, if you’d like to help, get in touch on the contact details below.

More Information Coming Soon!

Details of Arnside’s Green Week events will be published in the Arnside Broadsheet, on the Arnside Village and Sustainable Arnside websites, and on social media.

In the meantime, you can visit greatbiggreenweek.com for inspiration and resources.

📞 Contact: 07984 635587

Email: sustainablearnside@gmail.com

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New Playground Design

The New Arnside Playground Installation to Commence Week beginning 31st March

Confirmation has been received that the contractors will be on site week commencing 31st March to start the installation, which is scheduled to take 2-3 weeks allowing for any unforeseen groundworks and weather. The site will be fenced off shortly before 31st March.

Working hours on the site will be 8am to 6pm to get the work done as quickly as possible. Deliveries to the site will be made between 11am amd 1pm where possible to avoid school traffic.

People and properties directly affected will be contacted by either the Playground Group or the Parish Clerk, and the school has also been informed to pass details on to parents.

Don’t forget that the playground will be closed from 24th March to allow the current play equipment to be removed in readiness for work to start.

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Step Back In Time With Carnforth’s First Ever 1940s Weekend

Carnforth’s first ever 1940s weekend will be held on June 28th and June 29th and will be celebrating 80 years of the film “Brief Encounter” which was filmed at Carnforth station. The free two day event is for the whole family.

You can expect live music, vintage cars and tractors, military vehicles, model railways, a funfair, best dressed competitions, Mr and Mrs Churchill impersonators, jive classes, a vintage catwalk and vintage stalls, a miniature children’s train ride, a 40s radio broadcast, and food and drink.

The event is being run in conjunction with Carnforth Heritage Visitor Centre.

For further information, contact Carnforth Heritage Visitor Centre or email carnforth1940s@gmail.com.

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Age Without Limits, Centre for Ageing Better – Campaign and Micro-grants

Age Without Limits, Centre for Ageing Better’s campaign to challenge ageism, is running its second annual Age Without Limits Day on Wednesday 11 June 2025, with the theme “Celebrate Ageing. Challenge Ageism“. It is a day for us all to come together and take action to end ageism – as individuals, with friends and family, in our communities and in our workplaces.

Micro-grants:
As last year, micro-grants are available to community groups and local voluntary sector organisations, big or small, based within Age-friendly Communities.
Grants of up to £500 are available, with an additional £150 to cover anything needed to make the event or activity more accessible. All events and activities will need to respond to the theme “Celebrate Ageing. Challenge Ageism”.

For inspiration of events and activities applicants could host, please read this blog and case studies from the March 2024 Age Without Limits Day. 

To apply, organisations or groups must fill in the application form and email it to grants@ageing-better.org.uk by

The application form, as well as an Information Document which all applicants are strongly advised to read before applying can be found on the Age Without Limits website by clicking here.