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Inn in Claughton, a couple of miles along the Lune from Caton-with-Littledale.  On the A683. Lunch, evening meals. Seafood a speciality.  Now offer bed and breakfast too.

Unique Interior Upholstery & Soft Furnishings

Curtains
Cushions
Re-upholstery
Blinds- choose your style
Upholstery & Up cycling

Choose from our selection or choose your own fabric

Free consultation & collection service

Tel: 01524 805504

info@callunafurnishings.co.uk

Affiliated to the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies. Organises monthly lectures September to June in Borwick & Priest Hutton Memorial Hall.  .  Limited number of guest tickets for each lecture.  Programme and contacts on the website.

Fabrics, wool, haberdashery and more.

Motor vehicle service, repairs and MOT.

Michael Gudgeon

Long-established hauliers with base on Caton Road. Specialised logistics, supply chain management, warehousing, pallets, servicing.

The Cycle Mechanic, established in 2008 and based in Brookhouse, is probably the Lancaster area's best kept secret as most of our work comes via word of mouth. Although we have the capability to work on any type of bike we have chosen to specialise in working on mid to top end road bikes. If you're serious about triathlon, road racing, time trials, sportives or touring then we can help.

The Cycle Mechanic has been servicing bicycles for over 47 years and has been operating this business for over 8 years. The Cycle Mechanic is a City & Guilds Qualified Bicycle Mechanic and Workplace Trainer & Assessor and is fully insured.

Tabs

Flagging, block paving, fencing, walling, groundworks

Plastering, tiling, pebble dashing

Extensions, conversions, planning applications

Mason Gillibrand Architects have been in practice since 1986 and work over the North of England, North Wales and the Scottish Borders. We have developed a regional reputation for inspirational design in some of the most sensitive locations, often working on traditional, historic buildings.
We have a particular reputation for the following:-

Working on old properties, particularly Listed Buildings
Altering or creating quality private housing
Distinct and bespoke designs
High quality housing developments
Complicated planning applications, particularly involving rural locations, and listed buildings
Working in sensitive locations and rural landscapes i.e. National Parks
Integration of renewable energies

We take an holistic approach to all of our design work, starting with the very fundamental aspects of how a site and building are situated within their context and their orientation. We are passionate about the design process and engaging with our clients to fully understand how buildings are used and how they might be improved.

Unlike many practices of our type, we have an in-house Mechanical Services Engineer who can advise on Renewable Energy options for each individual project. This means we can offer an independent view on the suitability of each 'green' technology for a particular site or building. For more information on this, click to view the MGA Environmental page.

We are able to help clients achieve their aspirations from conception to completion, from master planning and feasibility to interior detailing.

If you want to discuss your aspirations for a project you will find our details on the Contact tab below.

Plan and Design provide a full survey, detailed designs for home extensions and architectural details in accordance with local authority requirements for all aspects of home improvements, we have experience in designing plans to improve the value of your home, by adding a new bathroom, lounge, kitchen, garage extension or loft conversion.
From our free consultation your requirements will be prioritised and our initial drawings produced for your review and comment. Planning and building control drawings for your home extension will then be produced and issued by Plan & Design direct to your local authority for approval along with all supporting documentation.

We prepare plans ranging from new builds, loft conversions, internal reconfigurations, extensions at ground floor, first floor, garage, side, front & rear etc. Typically (and understandably) people are daunted by the prospect of building works, unclear as to what is involved and where to start.

At Plan & Design we aim to assist you from your initial contact with us through to your completed design. Whether you are looking to create an extension, convert your loft or reconfigure your internal space, Plan and Design can help provide you with a Professional one stop unique service that is cost effective.

There are many reasons why people decide to add a home extension, larger family, tired fixtures and fittings, increase value in the property, what ever your reason Plan and Design are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are located in Brookhouse near Lancaster and cover all areas within Lancashire and Cumbria including Lancaster, Morecambe, Heysham, Kirkby Lonsdale, Preston, Barrow-in-Furness, Bolton-le-sands, Galgate, Carnforth, Garstang, Arnside, Fleetwood, Kendal, Penrith, Carlisle and surrounding area.

Richard Mews

Specialists in stone work and natural stone paving.  All other building work undertaken.  Friendly service.  Free estimates.

Website Copy that gets You Noticed

What’s the purpose of your website? If you’re running a business, its main job is to attract customers.  You want people to know what you do, how well you do it and how to get hold of you.  Why is it so hard to get that down in writing?

Professional web copy writing doesn't cost a fortune - but it can make all the difference to your website's success. Call me or send an email and let's have chat about making your site work harder to attract more real enquiries.

We offer transparent fees & charges at competitive rates or fixed fees. We will quote in advance of work being undertaken to give you certainty over the cost of work. Work can be undertaken on an hourly basis if you prefer.

We want you to feel comfortable to pick up the phone to us whenever you need, for whatever you want and know you'll get good sound understandable advice. We will work with you in the way that suits you - in person, on the phone or online and will talk to you in clear English with no confusing jargon.

We prepare accounts to help in completion of self-assessment tax returns and file as appropriate with the appropriate regulatory bodies e.g. Companies House, HMRC, Charities Commission etc. We will prepare accounts to agreed timescales but would aim to produce accounts for your approval within 30 days of receiving the complete information requested.

We endeavour to assist you in identifying areas where savings can be made or tax can be minimised and help you to look at areas of your business that can be improved. We will take the time to explain your accounts to you so that you understand the finances within your business and help you to plan for the future.

We offer the following services

Management accounts services
Annual Accounts and statutory accounts preparation
Business plans and cash flow forecasts
VAT returns, PAYE, Corporation tax and personal tax
Filing returns at Companies House
Bookkeeping
Hot and Cold Audit File reviews
Payroll Services
All aspects of audit provision and audit services
Financial controller services
Financial controller advice for smaller business
Act as registered office
Accountants reports for solicitors
Client money reports
Tax penalty appeals assistance

Home IT visits and Web Design in Morecambe, Lancaster and surrounding villages.
Designer of this website.

Bridges & Co Financial Advisers, Specialists in investments and mortgages now based in Halton and covering Caton & Brookhouse.

Retirement Planning Specialist at Truly Independent Ltd

Based Locally, I am an Independent Financial Adviser, providing a fee based Financial Planning service with a key focus on Retirement Planning, Pensions and Tax-efficient Investments.

The community pub, which is popular with both walkers and regulars, has undergone an extensive refurbishment after owners Thwaites and Inntrepreneur Pub Company jointly invested £75k. Everything from the furnishings and the kitchen to the bar and toilets has been renovated. There is even a new dining area where customers old and new can enjoy the freshly prepared home-cooked food.

Steve Wadsworth has been appointed as the new landlord and brings with him over 25 years experience within the pub industry.

“Also key to the pubs continued success was the appointment of the right landlord and Steve with his wealth of experience and friendly personality was the perfect fit.” Andrew Buchanan, director of pub operations at Thwaites, said:” The Black Bull is the latest pub in the estate to be refurbished as part of our £2.4 million investment programme. I’ve no doubt that with Steve at the helm it will be a huge success.”

The Black Bull offers a wide range of entertainment including a quiz night.

OPENING HOURS
Lunch
Thursday & Friday - 11:30am to 1:30pm

Evenings
Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday - 4:30pm to 10:00pm
Wednesday - 4:30pm to 10:00pm
Thursday - 4:30pm to 10:00pm
Friday - 4:30pm to 10:30pm
Saturday - 4:30pm to 10:30pm
Sunday - 4:30pm to 10:00pm

All food is cooked fresh on the premises so do allow time for completion of your order during busy periods. You can call by phone and collect.

Our menu

KELL’S KITCHEN - a breakfast/coffee shop in what used to be the Post Office next to the Co-op on Hornby Road opens on 27th February. All are welcome. Serving speciality tea and coffee, hot breakfast, and lunch. To eat in or takeaway.  Monday to Friday 7am-3.30pm; Saturday 7am-3pm; Sunday 10am-3pm

The Ship at Caton provides a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for food and drink daily. We insist on extremely friendly staff and a high quality of service.

So, after a gentle walk in the countryside or drive through the villages of the Lune Valley, come along and enjoy our lovely old village pub with a light, airy and definitely refreshing atmosphere.

Fish and chips, burgers, pizzas and more.

We are Bough to Beauty, 2 sisters who grew up in Brookhouse, and have recently returned.   We have designed and produced some beautiful jewellery and accessories. All our products are handmade and upcycled from reclaimed wood, offering guilt free glamour that doesn't cost the earth.  We've always tried to live a 'green' life, organic gardening, recycling, using public transport etc. After the Rana Plaza factory collapse last year we really started to think where the things we buy come from and at what cost.  We set off on an adventure volunteering and learning new skills around Europe. We sell our goods through our online shop, www.boughtobeauty.co.uk.

The Garden Retreat, beauty by Bee. Bee has over 25 years experience in the skincare & beauty industry & decided to create “The Garden Retreat” the ultimate treatment “shed” in her back garden in Caton, to be able to work around family commitments.  Offering a variety of beauty treatments that include Waxing, Lash & Brow, Hand & Nail, & Specializing in skin care treatments customised to the individual client, she looks forward to welcoming you to her relaxed but highly professional retreat. To book appointments & for more information, please contact Bee.

Caton Health Centre is a branch of Queen Square Surgery in Lancaster.  Please check the website for current opening hours.

Inspire To Nourish

I have level 4 Distinction Diet and Nutrition Advisor.

I can provide support and advise on a one to one basis either in the comfort of your own home or you can come to me in Whittington for losing weight, food intolerances and allergies, IBS, diet related health problems, low energy levels, feeling stressed, children's behaviour and lots more.

Discover how simple changes to your diet can make a massive difference to the quality of your life.   Contact me today to see how I can start a positive change to your life and change your outlook on food and diet forever.

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Shiatsu, acupressure, massage. Tai chi.  Bad backs, injuries, pain, stress, etc.

The Old Stables Clinic has a focus on holistic health: this means that you are looked at as a whole person and an individual rather than the area of discomfort alone

Interior and exterior work

All aspects of painting and decorating, wallpaper hanginmg, coviing fitting, cornice repairs. Interior and exterior.

Painter and decorator. Gardener.

Suppliers and installers of domestic and commercial blinds

Suppliers and Installers of quality German, Schuller & Next 125 Kitchens. 

Butler Interiors’ showroom is situated in the picturesque village of Low Bentham close to the Yorkshire Dales and within an area of natural beauty. We are just 30 minutes from the M6 and close to the A65 so travelling from any direction you will find an outstanding showroom, tucked away with plenty of customer parking and being off the main high street we are something of a hidden gem!

With Five Schuller kitchens, Two Next 125 kitchens there is plenty to see and explore. We have working Neff and Siemens appliances in the displays along with Franke sinks and taps all complimented by a range of worksurfaces.

There is an area holding a comprehensive range of sample doors and worktops where you can examine and compare all the different available finishes. We have lots of brochures for you to look through and take away and with our extensive product knowledge we are always happy to take the time to discuss and explain any aspect of our product or service.

You will be warmly welcomed into our showroom,

Look forward to seeing you soon

Carpets, vinyls and laminates supplied and fitted.

Installation, repair, surveys and quotations

Installation - service - maintenance - repair.  Oil, solid fuel and gas.

Kitchens, bedrooms, studies, cookshop.  Free design service, ample parking.

Local Handyman/Property Maintenance Services. No job too small!
Based in Wrayton

Fire alarms and burglar alarms

Visit our showroom at Greenlands Farm Village. Wood Burners And Gas Fire Collections. We offer a complete service from building works to supply and   Installation

Fitted kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, cermaic wall and floor tiles - supplied and installed.

Award winning landscape and garden design company 'Peacock Design' offer a full range of professional design services from initial ideas and advice through to full detailed design for your whole garden, individual areas or specific features. Georgina Peacock, has over twenty nine years experience within the landscaping industry and this combined with sensitivity and imagaination means your wishes, budget and lifestyle needs are converted into a design for a uniquely personal garden, one you will be proud off.

Before setting up Peacock Design in 1996, experience was gained, first by studying Landscape Architecture at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh College of Art and LeedsMetropolitan University, followed by working for two private landscape architecture practices in Glasgow, Wimpey Homes covering the north east of England and Property Group of Lancashire County Council. As a result as well as private gardens, Peacock Design has been invloved in many public and commercial projects including: village play areas, housing developments, community projects (allotments, nature reserves and orchards) office and warehouse developments, static caravan and lodge parks, with recent public projects in cluding the new 'Sensory Garden' at the RSPB Reserve at Leighton Moss, near Arnside.

For more information and photos of completed projects, please follow the link to the PEACOCK DESIGN website:

New Local Professional Cleaning Service. Fully Insured.

Telephone - 07984518040

Domestic plumbing installation, maintenance and respiars

All aspects of tree care and forestry. Felling, pruning, reductions, crown lifting, Line clearance, wood chipping, stump grinding, hedging and hedge laying. All tree work considered and quoted free of charge. No job too big or small. Fully certified with £5 million public liability insurance.  Email wood4thetrees@outlook.com

Independent family firm.  24 hour attention

Estate agents "Locally respected, nationally connected"

Email enquiries: michaela11@ymail.com

Professional and reliableironing service with flexible time for collection and delivery :   Free Home Collection and Delivery (for orders over £10) :  Flexible Hours : Quick Turnaround Time : Smoke & Pet Free Environment

All aspects of painting and decorating.  Covers the Lune Valley.

Serving Lancaster and the Lune Valley

ULTIMATE CLEANING SERVICE

We are based in Caton and cover all areas around Lancaster/ Morecambe and Lune valley.We specialise in window cleaning, gutter cleaning to full upvc cleaning and powerwashing. We also do commercial work as well as domestic work. info@ultimatecleaningservice.co.uk

The Music Spot in Lancaster offers lessons on a wide range of musical instruments and also singing.  Adults and children, all abilities.  Friendly and experienced tutors.

Local driving instructor, DSA registered,

As a retired physics teacher who loves the subject 'Physics,' I am now available for Physics tuition to GCSE or A Level standard. Or, if you just want to talk Physics, I am your man.

Ballet, Freestyle, Zumbatonic, Tap, Musical theatre.  Thursday evenings in Caton at the Victoria Institute.

Steve Croft Driving School is a friendly professional driving school, offering affordable and highly recommended driving lessons in Lancaster, Morecambe and the Lune Valley.

Learn to drive in a friendly, relaxed, learning environment . All lessons are tailored to meet each persons individual needs, and  all lessons are on a one to one basis. If you are a beginner, and have never driven before, you will drive on your first driving lesson. The independent driving aspect of the test is also incorporated into the training, giving you the confidence you need to pass the driving test. Nervous pupils are especially welcome.

Lessons are in a Ford Fiesta which is fitted with dual controls.

I also offer refresher lessons for those drivers who perhaps passed their test some time ago, but have not had the chance to get much driving experience since, motorway lessons and also Pass Plus, which can lower your insurance cost after you pass your driving test, and will help you become a safe driver for life.

All my driving lessons include door-to-door service and flexible lesson times. I'm always aware that times are hard and money is tight, so I try to keep my prices as low as possible, while still offering a quality service. Unlike some driving schools who offer low prices, but will then only actually drive for about half the lesson, and talk for the other half (to save fuel costs!!), with me you will drive for the entire lesson. I also offer block booking discounts, student discounts, as well as NHS staff discount.

Caton branch..

Have a dog? Take advantage of our gorgeous countryside with a photoshoot!

I am your local pet and equine photographer based in Caton ready to help you capture the personality of your pets.

There’s nothing I love more than creating your images and turning them into lifelong pieces of art.

I cover all animals, so if you have something a little more unusual don’t hesitate to contact me.

Many people worry that their dog won’t sit still or can’t have photos done because they can’t be off lead. This is never a problem so don’t let that deter you.

Happy Hounds provides a new approach to dog walking and home-from-home boarding services. Based in Brookhouse, exclusive one-to-one canine care is provided and tailor-made to suit your individual dog’s needs.

Pampered Pets is also a new local service available, providing small pet care when you are away from home. Visits include feeding, playing with your pet, brushing and general attention. Small caged animal boarding is also available      Call 07535 333290 to book or for general enquiries.

Offering affordable pet services around Caton, Brookhouse and surrounding areas

Pet and Equine Photography - Starting from £25

3 Packages available to suit a range of owners. These can be in your garden or I can join you on a walk!

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday - 9am to 6pm
Saturday - 9am to 12:30pm

Services

A full prescription dispensing service
Private consultation room
Medicine usage review
Prescription collection service
Quit smoking advice

Started in 1975 in Lancaster City Centre by John & Patricia Fawcett and now passed on to the next generation our shop is situated at Greenlands Farm Village, Tewitfield just 4 minutes from M6 J35. As well as our core products for shooting and fishing we also stock a wide range of products that would interest all customers. There is a wide range of country clothing from most major suppliers e.g. Barbour, Patagonia, Musto, Simms, Le Chameau, Hunter, Meindl boots & Shoes etc etc to name but a few, we also stock pocket knives for ladies and gentlemen by Victorinox, Buck, Leatherman, Whitby etc -- Binoculars from, Ziess, Leica, Hawke, Swarovski & Giftware from many suppliers  etc.

In March 2016 after 41 years we became a Limited company, still wholly owned by the Fawcett family and run by Stephen & Andrea and we are now located at a new purpose built shop at Greenlands Farm Villiage just off junction 35 on the M6 with plenty of free parking and easy access.

We have a worldwide mail order service and most brands of fishing and shooting equipment are stocked , Beretta, Browning, Miroku, Zoli, Webley, BSA, Hardy's, Greys, Loomis, Simms, Viking waders, Clothing by Patagonia, Barbour, Musto, Meindle etc etc, Optics by  Swarovski , Zeiss, Leica, Hawke and many more brands.

We also offer an expert high quality in house bespoke gunsmithing service for shotguns and rifles.

Please call and see us we are open 9.00 to 5.00 every day except Wednesday & Sunday when we are closed both days.

Sales, purchases, valuations.

Trading every Tuesday outside the Victoria Institute from 8.30 – 2.30.

High quality fresh fruit and vegetables bought that morning (yes, really) from the markets in Manchester.  You will find all the basics you need plus the pick of seasonal produce, and all of it in the quantities you want.

Scott has been a fruit and veg trader for 5 years, and he uses all his experience to select only the best on offer from the markets and to bargain for the keenest price.

Buy local – taste the difference and save money!

Based in Caton, Lancashire, Connoisseur Cakes provides high quality wedding and celebration cakes to the North West of England.

All of our cakes, cupcakes and cake toppings are hand-made to order using the best ingredients. We work with you to get the perfect design and flavours to delight your guests. If you require assistance or advice, we can provide you with expert guidance.

Whether you're looking for a classic cake or a novelty centre-piece, our cakes are designed and handmade to order with the freshest local ingredients.

If you're looking for an alternative option we offer wedding or party cupcakes which make an eye-catching centre-piece display. For children we can also do mini-cupcakes.

If you've got your cake organised but are looking for something special to go on the top, we make customised sugarcraft cake toppers. Let us know what you would like and we will make it for you.

We also offer cupcake decorating and sugarcraft parties for children and adults. We come to you and bring everything needed so you ca relax and get creative - and you get to eat everything you make.

Independent phamacy

Fancy taking up a new sport, or maybe reconnecting after time out from playing?

We are a friendly club who have been established for over 50 years and have now secured the gym hall at Our Ladies College, Morecambe Road, Lancaster as our new venue for 2019.  We will have 4 courts to ensure plenty of games on club nights.

Our season starts again on Tuesday 3 September from 7.30pm – 9.30pm.  Whether you are interested in playing for our match teams, or just want to play regularly on a weekly basis, why not ring Glenys for more information or simply join us on a Tuesday night to try us out.    The first session is free, so there’s nothing to lose!

Looking forward to seeing you soon.

Glenys Knowles – Secretary - Brookhouse Badminton Club

Committee: Glenn Stevens, Treasurer;  Benita Smith, Secretary;   Audrey Croft,  Chair. .

Caton Baby and Toddler Group provides a relaxed and friendly meeting place for parents and carers with babies and small children.  It is a welcome time in the week, a chance to relax and chat together while our children play. What we offer is friendship and support, with learning and fun!

We meet every Tuesday morning (term time) between 10.00 and 11.30 am in the Victoria Institute, Brookhouse Road, Caton.  Babies and pre-school children with an accompanying adult are very welcome. There is plenty of space for running around, and a range of good quality toys – that means lots of opportunities to free-play, use different equipment, and interact with other children.  There are regular activities too, such as our child-led sing-along, and everyone gets a drink and healthy snack.

We make a small charge every week, and there is a reduction available for those who prefer to pay in advance for a whole term.  The drop-in price is £2, and this includes refreshments for both children and adults.

As our Group is led by parents and carers, and as we are with our children all the time, there is no need to become registered with OfSTED (Office for Standards in Education).  However, we do have all the required insurance for running a toddler group.

For any queries, please contact Jess on 01524 771390

Caton Book Group is a small, informal group of people who enjoy reading a wide range of books and talking about them. We normally meet on the first Monday of each month at 8pm at The Station in Caton.

August 2021 Daphne Du Maurier - Rebecca

September 2021 Jo Nesbo - Macbeth

October 2021 Cressida Connelly - After the Party

November 2021 GK Chesterton - The Innocence of Father Brown

December 2021  Maggie O'Farrell- Hamnet

January 2022 - Social

February 2022  Paula Byrne - The Adventures of Miss Barbara Pym

Caton Gala is an annual event, held in early June on the Station Field.  It is run by a hard-working committee who meet monthly in The Station.

We would love to welcome new members to the organising committee, if you can assist in any way, please contact Wendy Strickland (07855 590004) or Rosemary Horner (01524 770036). They can, as can all committee members, also be contacted by e-mail at “catongala@catongala.co.uk” or via our Facebook page.

A small but very friendly congregation meet at Caton Methodist Church, and you are very welcome to join us on a Sunday Morning at 10:30am and stop for a cup of coffee after the service.
SERVICES

10:30am Morning Service and Junior Church

Tucked away at the end of Ball Lane, Caton, Lunesdale Lawn Tennis Club is a beautifully situated, thriving club in the heart of the Lune Valley.

Lunesdale has excellent facilities and welcomes young or old; beginners, improvers or experienced players.  With three grass courts and two floodlit carpet courts, together with a varied programme, there are plenty of opportunities to play at your level to match your time commitment. We play tennis throughout the winter as well as during the summer.

Whatever your ability, you'll receive a warm welcome at this friendly Club.

The Parish Council works on your behalf. Why not come along to a Parish Council Meeting on the second Tuesday of the month (except August) at 7:15pm in the Victoria Institute.

If you have anything to raise with the Parish Council this can be done at the start of the meeting, in the Open Forum.

Planning applications are considered at Parish Council meetings. Paper copies of applications are not available but can be viewed online the Lancaster City Council website .

The village Emergency Plan is under the tab marked Downloads.  The Parish Council's Code of Conduct, Financial Regulations and Standing Orders are there too.

The earliest record of a church or chapel on the site is before 1230. The tower dates probably from the 16th century. The rest of the church was rebuilt in 1865–67 to a design by the Lancaster architect E. G. Paley.

The church is constructed in sandstone rubble, with a slate roof. Its plan consists of a four-bay nave with a clerestory, north and south aisles, a south porch, a north transept containing the organ chamber, a chancel at a lower level, and a west tower. The tower is Perpendicular in style, and has three stages, diagonal buttresses, and an embattled parapet. On the west side is a doorway, over which is a three-light window with Perpendicular tracery. The bell openings also have three lights. On the south side of the church is the porch, with four bays to the east. The bays are separated by buttresses and each contains a three-light window with Perpendicular tracery. To the left of the easternmost window is a priest's door. Along the clerestory are four windows. The east window has three lights with Perpendicular tracery. In the west wall of the north aisle is a blocked Norman doorway containing a tympanum carved with human figures. It is filled in with coffin lids and medieval cross slabs.

Our Church Hall and Club House are available for hire.

Our policies on safeguarding can be seen in the Downloads section below.
REGULAR SERVICES
Sunday

9.30 am - Parish Worship (with creche) and Sunday Club for children in the Church Hall

Safeguarding Poster

PCC SAFEGUARDING POLICY STATEMENT June 2019

SAFEGUARDING AT St Paul's Church

On 12th April 2008 the twinning of Socx and Caton-with-Littledale was formalised. Socx is located about 6 miles south of Dunkirk and has a population of about 1000.
Anyone in the parish is welcome to attend our fund raising events throughout the year and also join the trips to Socx and the events when they come to Caton. We particularly encourage families with children to take part as our activities are open to all ages.

TWINNING CHARTER
On this day, 12th April 2008, the people of Caton and Brookhouse are honoured to formalise the twinning of our villages with Socx (France).

We are confident this relationship will enable the development of true and durable bonds of friendship and encourage mutual respect and understanding between our communities.

Our common aim is to promote cultural, linguistic and tourist exchanges between the people, schools and associations from each village.

Ruth Gibbons
Chairman of Caton & Brookhouse Twinning Association

Joyce Pritchard
Chairman of Caton-with-Littledale Parish Council
CONVENTION DE JUMELAGE
Ce jour, 12th April 2008 les habitants de Socx sont heureux de pouvoir créer des liens profonds d'amitié vrais et durables entre leur village et ceux de Caton et Brookhouse (Lancashire, Grande Bretagne) à l'occasion de leur jumelage.

Ils sont sûrs que cette union encouragera le respect mutuel, la compréhension et les liens réciproques entre des communautés.

Ils s'engagent à développer les échanges culturels, linguistiques et touristiques entre les écoles, les associations et les citoyens de tous âges, de chaque commune.

Andre Dassonville
Le Président de L'Association de Jumelage de Socx

Michel Gonon
Le Premier Adjoint au Maire de Socx

Lancashire Supported Lodgings Project are looking for volunteers who can offer support and lodgings to a vulnerable young person at a crucial time in their life.

If you have a spare bedroom and the time and desire to offer practical and emotional support, you are exactly who we are looking for.

We know that a supportive, stable home environment can make a huge difference to a young person's chances of moving on successfully.

As a lodgings provider, you don't have the same responsibility as a parent or foster parent, and the young person will have their own project worker. Most lodgings are for between 8 weeks and 2 years. During this time, you'll receive a weekly payment and ongoing support from Barnardo's.

Interested? Contact Terri Wolstenholme on 07919 520977 or e-mail lancssupportedlodgings@barnardos.org.uk

The Victoria Institute lies at the heart of Caton village, which is located in the beautiful Lune Valley and Forest of Bowland AONB only 5 minutes from J34 of the M6 motorway.

Managed as a charity, the Institute offers a range of rooms available to hire for community, private, and business events. Founded in 1888, the Victoria Institute has been refurbished and extended over recent years to create  a comfortable, well equipped venue.

The accommodation has been developed with flexibility of use in mind and, being arranged on one level, it is easily accessible by all. There is an accessible toilet. This vibrant resource centre is an important aspect of social life in the village, and many Clubs and Societies run regular activities in the Institute building. We have a large Hall, two good size meeting rooms, a small meeting room,well-equipped  kitchen, and an IT Resource Centre, so most needs can be met whatever the size and nature of your planned event.

The Victoria Institute is also the village Emergency Centre.

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We are a small, creative primary school where each child knows they really matter. Learning and teaching here is innovative and through exciting and engaging activities, we develop the 5Rs:

Reciprocity, Resilience, Resourcefulness, Risk-taking and Reflection.

Fully qualified staff, flexible hours, outdoor play area.

A fun filled & friendly introduction to foreign language for toddlers and pre-school children (aged 1 - 4 years) through catchy songs and rhymes, fun games, puppets, stickers, stories, beanbags and balls. Sessions run by Claire Hill. I am a qualified and experienced languages teacher (with enhanced DBS check) and a mum! Classes start from 28th September and are term time only.   All classes week commencing  28th September are free. Classes held at Caton, Halton, Bolton-le-Sands, Wray and Quernmore.

If you fancy trying something new or are looking for a more gentle way of keeping fit and active, then do come along to the Club House behind St Paul’s church hall on a Wednesday evening to see what we get up to. Classes run from 7-9pm, all are welcome, no previous experience is needed, and the first session is free. We practice gentle movement and breathing exercises (Chi Kung) and some more vigorous Tai Chi exercises and short forms too. All postures can be performed to whatever level of fitness and flexibility you have so are suitable for everyone, and Tai Chi is great for reducing stress, increasing balance, mobility, muscle strength and general fitness.

Martin Knowles 01524 771598 / Martin@CatonGreen.co.uk for more info

Playing on the Station Field on Saturday mornings with FA accredited coaches and local teachers. For keen players in Y1, Y2 and Y3.  Email caton.terriers.jfc@outlook.com

The Station Hotel Bowling Club will be opening the green for 2018 from Friday 30 March 2018. We run two teams in the Lancaster Bowling League on Tuesday nights starting 10 April and one team in the Morecambe League on Wednesday nights starting on 18 April. We run a Veterans team on Thursday afternoons and two floodlight teams starting in September.

This years membership is £35 and £20 for Late Season Membership from August. New members either to play in teams or just for social bowling are always welcome. Please enquire to Reg Robinson - Chairman (770166) or Keith Hudson - Secretary (771051) or at the Station Hotel.

Guten Tag!
I provide 1 to 1 teaching based in Brookhouse.  Lessons are 1 hour long and can be a standard structure or bespoke to your requirements.  A wide range of literature is provided during the lessons to help in your German language learning.
The tutorials can provide help with German speaking, listening, reading and writing.
In addition to the language teaching, a background to life in Germany (including tips for visitors) and history of the country can be incorporated into the lessons to provide a fully rounded class as desired.
I have studied German for many years, taking the GCSE exam (A*) in the UK and also studying beyond A Level standard in Germany with Goethe Institute (B1 certificate held). I have lived in several German towns including Hamburg, Düsseldorf and Berlin.
A lesson including all materials is £24.
Please do not hesitate to call for more information.