What's On
Fireworks event
Lancaster's annual Fireworks Spectacular will take place on Saturday November 6. During the day there will be a host of city centre events, including themed walks, lantern making, and street entertainment. For the first time Ryelands Park will act as one of the official viewing areas and will include a funfair, refreshments and entertainment. BBC Radio Lancashire will be broadcasting live from the park from 7pm so come along and meet presenters Graham Liver and John ‘Gilly’ Gillmore. The other official viewing areas are Williamson Park, Giant Axe field and Salt Ayre Sports Centre. Please note that the castle and priory precinct will be closed and not available for viewing the fireworks. For more information visit www.lancaster.gov.uk/fireworks
The Midland NSPCC Christmas Fair 2010 - Thursday 4th November 10am – 3.30pm. £3 entrance on the door.
This event is a fantastic opportunity to buy from specialist independent retailers who offer an exciting range of original gifts, clothing, accessories, homeware and food. It promises to be a unique chance to shop for Christmas and socialise with your friends. Refreshments available at The Midland throughout the day Light meals served in the Rotunda from 12pm -10pm (pre-booking not necessary) To book in advance for lunch in our Restaurant or Afternoon Tea please call 01524 424000.
It's a Grand Life - 11, 12, 13th November 2010 -7.30pm – Grand Theatre, Lancaster.
It’s a Grand Life is the story of the Lancaster landmark architectural gem. It chronicles the life of a building – The Grand Theatre - from 1782 to the present day - through the eyes of the Stage Manager and his daughter. The production, written by Ginny Scott, who has played and directed at the theatre for 25 years, brings together Footlights, Lancaster Choral Society, LADOS and Red Rose, in a kaleidoscope of entertainment. Charles Dickens, Paganini playing his ‘Caprice’ live and the famous 18th century actress Sarah Siddons will all make appearances as characters who comment on local Lancaster history.
The play shows the life of a building and its inhabitants over 228 years, through the ups and downs of wars, fire, threatened demolition, laughter and tears, to the present day. For anyone with a love of live theatre, or an interest in Lancaster’s past, this is an extravaganza not to be missed!
Tickets - £9.50 Tel. 01524 64665 (Box Office – 10am-3pm) or online.
Wanted
Room wanted for visiting overseas PhD student for four months from early November 2010. Contact Ana Perez.
Young Australia couple seeking a room or flat to rent for three months, 1st Jan to 4th April. We are both postgraduate students in our mid twenties, visiting Lancaster University for research. Clean, happy and agreeable we are reliable tenants. If you have a room available or know someone who might, please contact Mhairi.
Accommodation
House for rent in Ellel, 1 mile from Lancaster University: Fern Cottage is a 4/5 bed detached house with garage, kitchen, sitting room with open fire, dining room, Master bedroom, ensuite with bath, fitted wardrobes etc, dressing room. Family bathroom with elec. shower & downstairs shower bathroom. Situated on a quiet country road within walking distance of shops, a primary school and the University. Gas CH, double glazing. The property is unfurnished. Off road parking, small easy maintenance front garden, back garden with lawn & raised veg. beds, paved patio area. Excellent views of the surrounding hills and countryside to front and rear. Available from 20th October. Price IRO £1100 pcm. For more details please contact Phil Leigh. Tel 00353 868333818
One bedroom flat to rent in Lancaster - Available mid-November. Small, yet perfectly formed one bedroom flat with open kitchen/lounge. Located in centre of town in Lancaster. Very close to train, bus, Sainsbury's, town shopping, Gregson's, The Dukes, Lancaster canal. Would suit professional, esp. University staff. Fully furnished with all mod coms - has solid wood floors throughout; granite flooring in bathroom. Bills are very reasonable. Rent £475 pm. Views of castle and Cathedral. Building has bike locker. Photos available on request. Contact: t.leach@lancaster.ac.uk or call/text 07976 945028.
For rent: Fully furnished spacious house on quiet street in central Lancaster, with 2-bedrooms and 1 study. Near shops and public transport. Available from 1st January to 31st August 2011. Non-smokers and no pets, please. Perfect for academic or professional family/couple. £800/month plus utilities and taxes. Please contact weberengland@gmail.com.
Looking for comfortable and convenient accommodation? Non Smoking throughout. My home has been extensively refurbished and offers a very comfortable and quiet environment. I can offer a large nice bedroom with desk, plus full use of modern facilities - a kitchen with all mod-cons, bathroom with bath and shower, separate WC, central heating and wireless broadband. The house is located only minutes from the University) in a very quiet street with ample parking. You would be sharing with me - a sociable professional who works on campus.
There is a second living room with TV & free view, sofa and breakfast bar where you can work or watch TV as you please. Please contact Mike on 07921 453033 or e-mail michael.marsden@uni-travel.co.uk (email pref).
The room is available from 16th December onwards. Short and long rents available. Rent is £75 per week including all bills (Paid monthly). The room will ideally suit a mature student of any age, Member of staff or visiting academic.
1 large fully furnished room available for January 2011 in an very nice, large modern house. Sharing with 3 other people. There is one native speaker of Spanish willing to practice Spanish! Beautiful location. Usual amenities available including gas central heating, washing machine/dryer, secure off-street parking, wireless broadband. Would suit a student or professional person, male or female. £80 per week, bills included. Contact Cari Ortega on 078 12 13 11 83 or email: ortega@onetel.com.
Adverts are limited to University members and we are unable to check incorrect contact numbers or email addresses. All attempts will be made to include adverts sent via email, but no guarantee is made. The editor reserves the right to edit copy.