Raffia -
in store jewellery making demonstration by Amy Rhodes
on Saturday 2nd October
to coincide with Raffia stocking
Amy Rhodes Silver Word range.
Exclusive Offers Available in store on Saturday 2nd October.
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SHOP! In Clitheroe
Saturday 11th September – Saturday 18th September
Shop until you drop!
Shop! will see poetry displayed in over 50 town centre shops in a series of innovative and eye-catching window displays during the week Saturday 11 September to Saturday 18 September, as part of the Pennine Lancashire Festival of Food and Culture.
The poetry will include original work by the Pennine Lancashire Poetry Stanza alongside work by established and well-known poets, such as Jean Sprackland, whose poem, Hands, will be displayed in the Castle Chippy, Moor Lane.
The window displays will include a 5ft wall hanging of Clitheroe author Jane Eagland’s poem, I am a Knitted Woman, at Designer Knitting Yarns in Moor Lane. Offices including Mortimers, Chenery Maher Solicitors and John Turner, Independent Financial Adviser are waxing lyrical over the poems individually written with their business in mind.
The best poems will also be published in an anthology called Here is Where the Candy Sticks: Poems about Shopping in Clitheroe edited by Jo Harding, who runs Clitheroe Books, and the council’s principal communications officer, Theresa Robson, and produced by Design 360 Ltd of Stonyhurst.
The anthology will feature a series of powerful images depicting Clitheroe traders at work, including Amelia’s Brides, The Flower Shop, Cowmans Famous Sausage Shop, The Chocolate Box and Patches & Buttons amongst many others, photographed by Pendleton photographer Dean Carney.
There will also be a series of poetry readings at shops throughout Clitheroe and a poetry trail.
Jo Harding said “Several shopkeepers are really going to town on their displays, particularly Designer Knitting Yarns and Raffia, which look set to be some of the focal points of the week.
“Dean Carney’s photography captures the timeless artisan atmosphere of Clitheroe’s award-winning and independent shops, and the Beatles-Abbey Road spoof shot certainly turned a few heads when it was being taken!”
Ian Lloyd, president of Clitheroe Chamber of Trade and Commerce, added: “Clitheroe shops and their owners have a rich cultural heritage and are famous for their award-winning, independent establishments, many of which have been run by the same families for generations, for example Dawsons, Nettletons and H M Sowerbutts Furniture. Our members will be working alongside the poets to capture the essence of Clitheroe’s shopping experience through vivid installations and window displays within their shops and businesses.”
Maxine Barry is Shirley Bassey
Shop! will take place from Saturday, September 11, to Saturday, September 18, with Here is Where the Candy Sticks launched at Molly’s Café in Moor Lane on Thursday, September 16. Further details are available from Clitheroe Books on 01200 444242.
On Saturday 18th September Lady Clitheroe are having a special Tea Garden Opening, Shirley Bassey (STARS IN THEIR EYES WINNER MAXINE BARRIE) will be arriving in a chauffer driven car.
Photo: Shop until you drop! by Dean Carney Photography.
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“Meet the Producers”
The first in a series of fine food events at The Grand takes place on Wednesday, September 15th with a “Meet the Producers” evening.
Enjoy a two-course dinner while special guest local food producer Lisa Reedy, from Reedy’s Naturally, shares her amazing journey over the past four years.
Over this time, Lisa has established her fabulous Lancashire company, specialising in a versatile range of hand-made preserves and savoury condiments.
Reedy’s use a very simple principle: take the best local ingredients available and turn them into some of the finest produce Lancashire has to offer.
All their products are additive free, hand prepared, hand made in small batches and cooked in open pans to maintain a naturally exceptional taste.
Reedy’s have already won two Great Taste Gold 1* Awards at the Guild of Fine Food Great Taste Awards 2009 as well as being nominated for several other awards.
Join us and taste their fabulous produce for yourself.
The two-course dinner on the evening will feature a selection of Reedy’s products.
Bookings advisable. Doors: 7pm. Tickets £12 (Discounts available for a table of 10 people – £100)
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What’s Cooking In Clitheroe This Summer?!
CLITHEROE FINE FOODS AND CRAFTS STREET MARKET
CASTLE STREET
SATURDAY AUGUST 14th 2010
Clitheroe Chamber of Trade and Commerce will be celebrating Clitheroe towns new status as official food capital of Lancashire on Saturday August 14th with a Fine Foods and Craft Street Market.
White Chocolate & Strawberry Surprise fresh from Park Farm Tea Rooms Ramsbottom
Clitheroe Fine Food & Craft Street Market will be filled with an eclectic mix of the very best of Clitheroe & the Ribble Valleys local producers providing fresh locally grown & produced artisan food & drink treats, unique bespoke arts & crafts, unusual gifts and a superb choice of fresh foods and home baking, hot hog roasts, sizzling sausages, delicious cheeses, jams and preserves, meats, organic fruit and vegetables, home grown honey and a wonderful array of tempting treats for all the family to indulge and enjoy!
Cliff Cowburn & Ribble Valley Mayor Councillor Lois Rimmer with Cowmans World Famous Sausages
Clitheroe’s iconic Market will also be co-ordinating a host of activities and food related fun there.
Clitheroe in Cup Cake Heaven
Your taste buds will be treated to a delightful array of the finest produce in the Ribble Valley and a host of local food & drink producers, top chefs and award winning food guru’s will be joining the celebration!
The famous Lancashire Lasses from Park Farm Tea Rooms
Sharon @ Brioche Clitheroe with her mouth watering carrot cake!
Make it a whole day out with all the family – so much to taste, see and enjoy!
If you love food and you love Clitheroe – do not miss this great day out!
Castle Street will be closed off to traffic on Saturday 14th August to accommodate the street market.
- Further announcements and a full event schedule and line up will be announced shortly.
Giddy Up - The Clitheroe Cowboys are in town!
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“LET’S DO IT” – 23rd July- 25th July 2010
RIBBLE VALLEY MASS PARTICIPATION OPEN WEEKEND
For the 3rd year running, sporting, arts and culture organisations are to open up opportunities for everyone across the UK to try something new or take their interest to the next level.
Supported by BP, a London 2012 tier one partner and Premier Partner of the Cultural Olympiad, Open Weekend will this year take place on 23rd – 25th July and lead the UK into the “two years to go” celebration on 27 July 2010.
The aim is to promote and encourage interest in the artistic activities of local people. These events are being developed to provide a platform where members of the public can meet art practitioners, whether amateur or professional, offering demonstrations, workshops, taster sessions and work for sale.
Ribble Valley Artists Trail
The Ribble Valley Artists Trail is an open studio event for artists and makers in Ribble Valley. It will be held over the weekend of July 24th /25th to coincide with the “Let’s Do It Weekend” allowing the public the special opportunity to peek behind the scenes right into the heart of creativity – the studio. The Trail will promote the artist by allowing them to show and sell work directly to the public as well as attending a networking event following the weekend providing an opportunity to meet fellow artists, curators, arts officers and others who might help their careers.
‘Art on the Rails’
The Platform Gallery is housed in Clitheroe’s old Railway Station, and it still has the old railway platform at the rear of the building, assessable from Station Road. To coincide with the “Let’s Do It Weekend” on July 24th /25th the platform will be transformed into an open air art gallery (Weather permitting. Wet weather alternative TBC). The event will promote Ribble Valley based artists by allowing them to show and sell their work (commission free) directly to the public as well as attending a networking event following the weekend providing an opportunity to meet fellow artists, curators, arts officers and others who might help their careers.
Art Group Open Days
As part of the “Let’s Do It Weekend” on July 24th /25th local art groups are hosting group demonstration, participation and taster events, to encourage new members and to share your enthusiasm. The aim of the event is to introduce interested members of the public to interesting ways of producing art and to encourage fledgling artists.
The Ribble Valley is a hidden gem for the visual arts and crafts in the North of England with loads of artists and makers working up country lanes and in rural villages.
For more information contact : 01200 443071 or go to: http://www.ribblevalley.gov.uk/info/200270/platform_gallery/1311/platform_gallery_general_information/5
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Previous events in 2010
These high profile events attract thousands of visitors to enjoy our beautiful , charming and unique town of Clitheroe.
There are loads of fun ways to get your shops involved, have some fun and look forward to joining in these vibrant opportunites to tell visitors how great our shops and town are. Your effort no matter how big or small is appreciated and help raise awareness of what’s going on spreading the feelgood factor and word of mouth to all your customers, friends and family!
Be an ambassador for Clitheroe!
The marketing cluster group in your area are busy planning co-ordinated themed ideas and support around the various activities so make sure you don’t miss out & join in today!!
Ribble Valley Jazz Festival
Friday 30 April – Monday 3 May
Rhythmic windows, soulful and big band music, back combed hair – it’s time to jazz it up as jazz lovers from all over the Ribble Valley descend on this prestigious event in Clitheroe. A superb high profile event to kick start the Bank Holiday and summer! Nice.
Streetfest / Sheepfest
Saturday 8 May – Sunday 9 May
www.valleygigs.co.uk/vg_streetfest.html
It’s that favourite time of year again – our unique Sheep Festival adn celebration of all things woolly!
Shop keeper why not theme your flock of sheep to your brand, product, or whatever takes your fancy - obviously the ideal place to meet up over Sheepfest is So Baaaaaaaaaa!!!!
Clitheroe Beer Festival
Friday 14 May – Saturday 15 May
www.clitheroecentre.co.uk/beer_festival.html
A perfect opportunity to think of something interesting and exciting for the ladies while the guys sample the delights of the Ribble Valleys best beers! Cheers!
Into the Valley Festival
28 May 2010 – 31 May 2010
www.myspace.com/intothevalleyfestival
Various Clitheroe venues, including The Grand, Keystreet, The New Inn, Rose & Crown plus many more.
A stunning avant garde and eclectic mix of all types of bands, singers and live music from Traditional Folk, Americana, Irish, Rock, Blues, Contemporary Jazz, Ska, Punk, Indie, Shoegaze and Soul .
Performed by and starring a host of top international, award winning & established bands & performers as well as up and coming & unsigned artists including a variety of Local bands, Comedy acts, poetry, workshops and lectures.
Castle Big Picnic
Monday 31 May
www.nationalfamilyweek.co.uk/ribble-valley
Think teddy bears, food hampers, hampers, rugs, wellingtons and umbrellas, sun cream - Clitheroe enjoyed a record breaking picnic last year – loads of opportunity to pre-promote your goods, foods, goodies and join in the fun for all the family! Thousands of happy families are expected to return and enjoy this wonderful family event - a huge showcase & profile opportunity to promote your best assests! Pimms anyone?!!