Withnell Parish Newsletter
Autumn 2017
Defibrillators
There are defibrillators in Brinscall at Hillside Church, Brinscall Baths, Heskins, Churchill Road, Withnell Health Centre and St John’s Primary School. The one at St John’s is available 24/7 and is situated by the main entrance. In Withnell, there are defibrillators at Oak Royal Golf Club and Withnell Fold Primary School.
Friends of GREAT walks leaflets
The Friends of GREAT (Goit River Environmental Action Team) has produced a leaflet of threewalks; the Parish Council sponsored the leaflet. The leaflets are free and can be found at; The Cottage Tea Room, Post Office, Health Centre and other local shops. It is also hoped to have an ‘e’ link in the near future.
Brinscall and Withnell Bowls Club
The club is located at the Sports Field at the top of School Lane, Brinscall are recruiting new members. If you are interested, please ring Steve Hutchings 01254 830366.
Withnell Anglers
Withnell Anglers held an open day at Lodge Bank in July, they are also recruiting new members especially juniors. The Anglers have recently contacted the Parish Council about issues at the Shale Holes near Railway Road. We would hope in future that everyone would use the shared space with mutual respect.
Speeding, road signs and parking
We operate a speed indicator device throughout the Parish. We are often contacted regarding speeding, motorists being inconsiderate to other road users and inappropriate parking on pavements of double yellow lines. We have the opportunity to request Parkwise to issue penalty notices, we hope that this will not be necessary, please be considerate when driving and parking your car.
24A Bus
As part of our commitment to supporting the local community, the Parish Council has agreed to contribute to the Borough Councils subsidy in order to keep this vital lifeline operating. If you or your relatives use this service, please lobby Lancashire County Council for its retention.
Hedges
We would like to remind property owners that overgrown hedges should be cut back before they obstruct footpaths or pavements.
Gritting
With winter coming please remember that, only the bus routes are gritted. Harbour Lane is not treated.
Pensioners Party
Arrangements are already in hand for the pensioners Christmas Party at the Hare & Hounds Abbey Village. The event will be held on Friday 15th December starting at 6.00pm. Paul Scholey an Elvis tribute act is booked and a 3-course meal and drink will be provided.
Useful Numbers- Anti Social Behaviour- 08451 25 35 45
Please do not hesitate to report suspicious circumstances to the police. You can call the non-emergency reporting number at any time. 08451 25 35 45. Alternatively, report in confidence to CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111. National Terrorist hotline 0800 789 321
Withnell Health Centre-OutofHoursHealthService -Access to the out of hours service is only available through calling 111.
Calls to this number are free from mobiles & landlines. Your symptoms will be assessed, and, where necessary, your details will be passed through to the out of hours for further assessment, or a face-to-face consultation.
Lancashire County Council have a web page for any queries or problems with footpaths (repairs or blocked), street lighting, road signs and markings, roads and associated drainage and improvements and alterations.
The web site to report a highway fault is;
Parking Problems
A major cause of concern raised with the Parish Council is caused by pavement parking.
Please ensure there is sufficient room for pedestrians if you need to park on the pavement.
Parking on yellow lines near local amenities causes problems to others.
The Parish Council is;
Chairperson; Steven Perry, Brinscall Hall Bungalow, Dick Lane, Brinscall
Tel: 01254 830918 Or e- mail
Councillors;
Adam Crompton3 Tormore Close, Heapey
Paul Duke 107 Bolton Road, Abbey Village
Michael Evans5 Edge End Terrace, Abbey Village
Robert Flood12 Heather Lea Drive, Brinscall
Chris France25 Larch Drive, Brinscall
Gordon France25 Larch Drive, Brinscall
Margaret France25 Larch Drive, Brinscall
Sandra Grime82 School Lane, Brinscall
Dave Hardy14 Windsor Drive, Brinscall
Chris Howard23 Withnell Fold, Withnell
Kerry Jones20 Withnell Fold, Withnell
Roland Ogilvie5 Balmoral Drive Brinscall Chorley
Audrey PerryBrinscall Hall Bungalow, Dick Lane, Brinscall
Please contact the Council by writing to;Clerk to Withnell Parish Council, Piccadilly Farm, Belmont Road, Withnell, Chorley.PR6 8DZ Tel: 01254 831615
or e mail:
If you require a larger size copy of this document please contact the clerk or if you require more copies they are available at Abbey Village and Brinscall Post Offices or by contacting the Clerk.
The Parish Council meet the first Thursday of each month (apart from August). Please check the notice board/website for venues.