The Arnside Fireworks Committee have made the following announcement following people’s enquiries about the event:
‘Unfortunately there will not be a display in Arnside this year. However, plans are already in place for a new and improved display for next year (2024)
We plan to apply for a road closure for a few hours on the promenade while the display takes place, and we also intend to have improved parking facilities. So watch this space for more details next year.’
For the last 14 years, Dr Melanie Brierley (PhD) has worked as a dance and health artist, researcher, and trainer at Conscious Bodies. She is a registered somatic movement educator/therapist with the International Somatic Education and Therapy Association (ISMETA) and Churchill Fellow (2014).
On Friday the 22nd of September 2023 (10 am to 11.15 am), Melanie will facilitate ‘Moving, Dancing, and Relaxing’, a new class at the Educational Institute in Arnside.
Who is it for?
This class is suitable for anyone interested in dance and movement for health and wellbeing. Perhaps you’ve enjoyed attending Yoga, Tai Chi, or like to dance with others in a less structured way? Then this is the class for you! The class involves moving in space and some floorwork, but the practice van be adapted to suit your needs. Everyone is welcome.
What will we do?
All ‘Moving, Dancing, and Relaxing’ sessions will follow a specific pathway of movement and dance to help reset, revive, and relax body and mind.
• Through connective movement practices, we will gently ease ourselves into movement.
• We will explore the flow of dance to support inner and outer expression and deeper embodiment and have fun at the same time!
• We will take time to rest, recover, and integrate our movement experiences.
Will I need to bring anything with me?
You will need to bring a yoga mat for the beginning and end of sessions, and you might like to bring a blanket and pillow for the last section of the class.
What should I wear?
Loose and comfortable clothing that you can move in. Some layers would be a good idea and socks for the lie/sit down at the end.
Sign up for the 6 week course (cost: £60 for the 6 weeks) or £12 for a single drop-in session.
Arnside’s new cafe/wine bar on the Promenade has been featured in both the Westmorland Gazette and the North West Evening Mail. Currently open midday to 10pm each day and offering a full drinks menu, the plan is to offer food in the future – once the pizza over arrives.
Fast becoming the ‘go-to’ venue in Arnside, J J Crossfield’s is a real asset to the village.
To read the article, click here
The final results of the Housing Needs Surveyfor Arnside Parish Council that each household in Arnside received back in January 2023 are now available. Its a large document which has been split into 4 separate sections but you can read, download or even print if absolutely necessary, but please think of the environment as its 70 pages!
To visit Arnside Parish Council website, please click here.
Did you know that the Parish Council produce a twice yearly Newsletter? Possibly, like me, you were not aware of it but its definitely worth a look – not only to find out about local projects (like the Playground Project & Wildflower Verges Project, changes within the parish council, how to report local issues such as blocked gulleys and potholes and much more!
The Newsletters are available on the Arnside Parish Council website but you can also view, download or print from the pdf below.
The annual Community Remembrance Service for 2022 was held in St. James’ Church, Arnside on Sunday morning, 13th November. The service was conducted by Revd. Andrew Norman, Priest-in-charge, assisted by Revd. Tiras Dainty-Share.
In addition to the poignant reading of the Roll of Honour for Arnside and Storth, a list of fifty names (WW1, WW2 and Korea) and far too many for a small village, another sad feature was the laying-up of the Arnside Branch British Legion standard, owing to the imminent closure of the branch due to falling membership. The standard was handed over to Revd. Norman for future safe keeping in St. James Church by the retiring branch chairman, Alan Beaumont, who was accompanied by the branch standard bearer, David Owen.
The standard was paraded for the last time at the wreath-laying ceremony held at the Memorial Garden, adjacent to the Arnside War Memorial Playing Field, immediately prior to the Remembrance Service.
In addition to the annual Remembrance Services and Poppy Appeal collections in past years, the members of the Arnside Branch have organised many events – including whist drives, dances, concerts, and many other events. Many will remember the annual Gala held on the playing field with horse jumping, Gala Queen, children’s sports, tug-o’-war competition, visiting pipe bands, parachute jumping, sheep dogs, and numerous other items.
For a short time there was a “Lowland Games”, a nod towards the BBC’s “It’s a Knockout”, between local groups. The village children also benefited from the Christmas parties, pantomime visits, discos, bonfires, etc. run by the Legion members. The members also erected and lit the Christmas tree on the pier. The car boot sale on the playing field was originated by the Legion. Since its formation in 1926 the Arnside Branch has, until recently, been a vigorous group in village life.
The branch officers wish to thank the residents of Arnside for the great support given to the British Legion branch over its 96 years existence in the village. The local shop-keepers have allowed collection of funds by the sale of poppies, and many villagers have also assisted with house-to-house collecting.
The work of the Royal British Legion continues and the annual Poppy Appeal is just as necessary now as in former years. Please continue with your generous contributions and support the new Appeal Organiser for the village, Emma Taylor.
Alan Beaumont (Retiring Chairman – The Royal British Legion – Arnside Branch)
Ukranian Refugees First Christmas in Arnside
A family of Ukrainians preparing for their first festive period in exile say their celebrations will be bittersweet this year. Kateryna Sheluntsova, an English teacher, moved to Arnside, Cumbria, with her mother and 84-year-old grandmother seven months ago. The county is home to 568 refugees who moved as part of Homes for Ukraine scheme for those who fled war in their homeland.
To read the full article, click on https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cumbria-64055317
To watch the Ukrainian Christmas Party at the Sailing Club as featured on the BBC One Show, click on https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=585289730274528&ref=sharing
Photo of Arnside Residents and Ukrainian Refugees
‘UK’s kindest village leads the way in housing refugees fleeing war-torn Ukraine’
The small village of Arnside in Cumbria may have only a few thousand residents but they are giants when it comes to kindness – they are leading the way in welcoming those fleeing Ukraine with open arms.
It started with a concerned resident in a seaside village in Cumbria, so far away from the horror of war-torn Ukraine. And yet, in the caring spirit of humanity, so near.
Anna Gorst, 48, decided she’d had enough of what Vladimir Putin was doing thousands of miles away – so posted an appeal on a community Facebook page and persuaded 20 neighbours to take in refugees. Since April, 28 have arrived in the village – with 48 expected by August. Ranging in age from six months to 83, they have been warmly welcomed in Arnside.
To read the full article, click on https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/uks-kindest-village-leads-way-27441516