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Biddulph Film Club

suffragette-2015-movie-posterBiddulph Film Club’s next screening will be ‘Suffragette’, screened on 11th February 2016. Tickets for the show will cost £4 each and can be reserved by ringing or texting Jim on 07568 156 419 or just turn up on the night.  For more information and the latest screening details see their website: www.biddulphfilmclub.co.uk.

The Casserole Club

Casserole Club 3 Pic_02People from Biddulph are being encouraged to do something great with a plate to help out an older person this winter as part of a unique community food-sharing project. Winter puts many extra pressures on older people, preventing them from getting out, not eating properly and, with fewer visits from people, this can lead to social isolation and loneliness. But one scheme making a difference is Casserole Club.

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Biddulph Up In Arms

 

up in arms croppedGraham Dawson Small World CD Launch Saturday February 13 – Biddulph Arms A rare opportunity to see Graham Dawson with a full band perform his new release ‘Another Year’, plus the EP launch ‘Top Road’ by local duo Small World. Free Admission 8pm start.

Lauren Housley Wednesday February 17 – Biddulph Arms As heard on BBC Radio 2 (Terry Wogan, Chris Evans, Bob Harris, Jeremy Vine), a varied musical palette played by a group of seriously good musicians all topped off with Lauren’s amazing voice. £8 advance/ £10 door 8pm start.

Hunter and the Bear Friday February 26 – Foxlowe Arts Centre Exciting young roots rock band who are surely destined for a bright future. Chiming guitars, authoritative vocals and big choruses, they are certainly one to watch in 2016. They have played some big gigs already including last year’s Acoustic Festival in Uttoxeter. £8 advance/ £10 door 8pm start.

Martha Tilston Wednesday March 2 – Biddulph Arms Martha has been an enchanting presence here since July 2008 and it is always a pleasure to welcome her back. Excellent support too from Kim Tink. £10 advance/ £12 door 8pm start.

Brooks Williams & Findlay Napier Wednesday March 9 – Biddulph Arms Songwriter’s Circle as we present two more fabulous performers on one evening. Brooks is a familiar here whilst Findlay impressed everyone supporting Eddi Reader at Clonter Opera. £10 advance/ £12 door 8pm start. Tickets also available from the venues

Biddulph Grange

Easter egg trailCadbury Easter Trail Become an Eggsplorer for the day! Join us this Easter weekend for the Cadbury Easter Egg Trail around the garden. Run around the garden, hunting high and low, under rocks and in trees for the hidden eggs! Discover them all to find the easter bunny! If you manage to track him down you can then enjoy your delicious Cadbury egghead! The prize at the end of your adventure will be a Cadbury Egghead. Easter weekend – 25rd March 28th March, 11am – 5pm. Tickets £2 (per trail), booking not needed, normal admission charges apply. Information 01782 517999, biddulphgrange@nationaltrust.org.uk

What’s On @ Biddulph Valley Leisure Centre

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What’s on @ Biddulph Valley Leisure Centre

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Knype Pool 5 mile race and fun run

knype 5The annual Knype Pool 5 mile race and fun run organised by Biddulph Running Club takes place on Sunday 28th February 2016. As usual all profits will be donated to the Biddulph Mayor’s Charities and Biddulph in Bloom.

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Biddulph Town Christmas Lights Switch on

biddulph christmas tree2Biddulph Town Christmas Lights Switch on Saturday 28th November A free family event with free all day parking!

Market stalls and funfair attractions in the High Street from 3pm, followed by entertainment on the town hall frontage, with the Lights Switch-on at 6pm followed by the arrival of Santa in his sleigh! Free visit to Santa’s grotto within the town hall. Rock and Roll, along with one or two seasonal festive favourites will again be provided by Biddulph’s oldest Boy Band ‘Terrinova’ . The band, billed as older than Mick Jagger and better looking than Keith Richards, comprises two former mayors Frank Harris and John Jones, along with local rockers Terry Tatton, Graham Edge and Roger Jones; together proving beyond all doubt that, you’re never too old to Rock n’ Roll.

Biddulph Moor Christmas Lights Switch On

biddulph moor christmas tree low resBiddulph Moor Christmas Lights Switch On Saturday 5th December, festivities start at 4.15pm, and the tree will be lit at 5.30pm. There will be carol singing, live music, hot food, stalls, a barbecue and of course a visit from Santa. It will all take place in the centre of the village, by The Green, at the top of Woodhouse Lane. A warm welcome is extended to all.