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A much-changed Ramsbottom United team struggled to overcome lower league Oldham Boro on a badly-lit, rutted surface which hindered their usual passing game. mThe visitors had to come from behind on two occasions before a trio of late substitutions finally turned the game round in their favour.

Aspire For Ramsbottom Appeal Gets Off to a Flying Start

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Blessed with blue skies and sunshine, the launch of Aspire For Ramsbottom proved to be every bit the community event that its organisers had hoped for. Saturday, October 22 in the Memorial Gardens on Bridge Street saw around 500 people attend the official start of a campaign to raise £10,000 to save the spire of St Paul’s Church. The only spire in the town, it has stood at the very heart of Ramsbottom for 160 years and the Aspire For Ramsbottom appeal committee were keen to involve every part of the community in securing its future.

Ramsbottom v Colne (FA Vase Rd.1) Match Report

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

The Rams met Colne for the third time this season, and after two tight league games when both sides won on opposing territory, third time round saw United triumph in some style. The strength in depth of the Rams squad was evident, as a number of changes left the home side with a bench full of quality players who would probably walk into any other side in this league.

Ramsbottom United v Flixton Match Report

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

The Rams were denied a fourth straight league victory by an 88th minute equaliser as the visitors twice came from behind to deny the home side all three points. To be fair, it was no more than they deserved, for as the game wore on, it was Flixton who looked the stronger, and their late leveller was just reward for their second half pressure.

Technology Corner: STRIPE – An Alternate to PayPal and Money Bookers

Thursday, October 13, 2011

A new payment processing system has been co founded by two brothers Patrick Collison and John Collison named STRIPE. Initially it is launched as a private beta version. As a payment system it is both developer and user friendly. The coding framework used in it is of Ruby, PHP and Python.

Ramsbottom v Colne Match Report

Thursday, October 13, 2011

Ramsbottom United moved up to 4th in the league after a hard-earned three points at Colne on a miserable night in east Lancashire. Having had the better of the first half, the visitors had to dig deep for the last 45 minutes as the home side put them under considerable pressure, but they held firm and gained revenge for an earlier home defeat against the same side.

A Spire For Ramsbottom

Monday, October 10, 2011

Lots of Ramsbottom residents and visitors alike have been wondering about a recent addition to one of our most prominent buildings. For the last couple of months, the tower and spire of St Paul’s Church, Bridge Street have been sporting a very long red ladder. On Tuesday 4 October, the reason was revealed with the unfurling of a huge banner on the side of the tower, proclaiming the slogan “Save Our Spire”.

Ramsbottom United v Maine Road Match Report

Monday, October 10, 2011

On a miserable south Manchester afternoon, these two teams did their best to lighten the atmosphere with an excellent game of attacking football played on a perfect surface before a decent crowd. The final outcome saw the Rams comfortably collect all three points with a first-rate team performance that deserved more than the two goals they scored.

Ramsbottom United Back to Winning Ways

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

A much-changed Ramsbottom United line-up took to the field following the disappointing performance against Alsager, and the changes allowed the Rams to end a three-match losing streak against a hard-working and in-form Barnoldswick side. It took just nine minutes for the home side to take the lead, although it was slightly controversial.

Ramsbottom United v Alsager Town Match Report

Monday, October 3, 2011

The sun shone brightly as the shirt-sleeved crowd, boosted to a healthy 241 by the “Kids for a Quid” initiative of the Supporters Club, turned up to enjoy an afternoon’s entertainment. Sadly, the most fluent moves of the day belonged to the Ramsbottom-based W-Force cheerleaders, the current National Schools Street Cheer Champions who entertained the crowd at half-time.

The Life of Pie – In Search of Ramsbottom’s Perfect Pie

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

I am the progeny of a pie eater. Born in West Lancashire’s traditional pie-heartland, my Dad understands the power of a pie. Not simply as a peerless pastry product, but as a means of conciliation or a gesture of goodwill. When asked by guileless daughters whether he and mum would ever get divorced, the answer would swiftly follow ‘I’d rather have a meat pie’.

Ramsbottom United FA Cup Tie Move

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Ramsbottom United’s FA Cup Tie with Nantwich Town, originally due to be played at the Rams Harry Williams Riverside Stadium, has had to be moved due to the Ramsbottom Festival taking place on the adjacent cricket ground.

Blues Jump to Second Following Win at Winsford

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Two second half goals ensured Rammy came through their stiff examination against a confident second-placed Winsford United, who were leapfrogged following this 2-0 success.

Padiham v Ramsbottom Match Report

Friday, September 9, 2011

On a rain-lashed miserable east Lancashire night, credit must go to both sides and the match officials for a competitive game played on a surface that coped very well with the conditions. Not a single booking or nasty foul on sight as the Rams came away from a game against opponents featuring a number of former Riverside players, with a 2-1 victory.

Ramsbottom United Progress in FA Cup

Monday, September 5, 2011

If, by scoring in the first minute, the higher league visitors were expecting an easy passage, then they were soon brought back to earth by a fine comeback from the Rams.

Ramsbottom United v Colne Match Report

Friday, September 2, 2011

Ramsbottom United’s run of five straight victories was brought to an end by a determined Colne performance and a somewhat disjointed effort from the home side.

Seven-Year-Old Boys Bring the FA Cup To Ramsbottom!

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

The FA Cup is to make an unprecedented visit to Ramsbottom after two seven year olds persuaded their parents to invite the prestigious trophy to a local football match. The children, whose dads are heavily involved with non-league Ramsbottom United Football Club heard discussions about 'the FA Cup coming to town' after the club beat local rivals Barnoldswick Town in the extra preliminary round of the competition, leaving them still a staggering thirteen rounds away from the Wembley final.

Stones Dominoes v Ramsbottom United Match Report

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Ramsbottom United continued their run of good form as they defeated Stone Dominoes 2-0 in a typical ‘game of two halves’, which saw the visitors dominate the first half but become rather disjointed in the second. But the result keeps the Rams third in the table and within nipping distance of the top two, Barnoldswick Town and Winsford United.

The World Black Pudding Throwing Championship 2011

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

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The Corner Pin at Stubbins, near the village of Ramsbottom, is steeped in black pudding history. Since time immemorial the historic public house has paid tribute to the brave men and women who repelled raiding parties from Yorkshire by competing to dislodge Yorkshire Puddings from the ceremonial plinth...

Ramsbottom United v Atherton LR Match Report

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

If anyone doubted the Rams ability to win the league, this match would have dispelled those doubts. The gulf between the two sides was massive, and the only surprise was how the home side only won by a four goal margin.

Escape to the Country Around Bury!

Thursday, July 28, 2011

That’s the message as a new campaign to encourage residents across Greater Manchester to venture outdoors is launched. The campaign, named Manchester’s Playground, has a message to the region - ‘there’s another side to Manchester!’

Nuttall Park Recognised as One of the Best Parks in Britain – Now Vote to Make it the Best!

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Our very own Nuttall Park in Ramsbottom has won a prestigious Green Flag Award in Keep Britain Tidy's annual parks excellence scheme.

Ramsbottom United Make First Signing of New Season

Friday, July 1, 2011

Ramsbottom United have made their first signing of the new season by securing the services of former Atherton LR manager Glenn Moses, who will join the backroom staff and assist head coach John Hunter with the team.

Tales of a Ramsbottom Horticulture Widow… Aged 29.5 Years

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

There are three of us in this relationship. Me, him, and plants. It hasn’t always been this way. There was a time when grass and weed were synonymous and Lupin was just a character in Harry Potter. But I have learnt to accept that things have changed. It went like this...

Fancy Getting into Badminton?

Friday, June 3, 2011

The aim of the session is for people to turn up, get some exercise and have some fun. There’s no need for any previous playing experience and the sport can be played by people of any age or fitness level. There will be coaches on hand to give advice on the rules or tips on how to improve their game.

Between the Lines – Book Club

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

At the beginning of every month Ramsbottom Online Book Club will showcase a different book throughout the year. Each book will be on the site for a month. Read, put up your thoughts and if you want, recommend other books.

The First Interview with Ramsbottom’s New Councillor

Friday, May 13, 2011

Just before 2pm on Friday 6 May 2011 and after a third recount and the drawing of lots, the Labour candidate Joanne Columbine was elected as Ramsbottom’s newest councillor. In the first published interview since her election, Joanne spoke to Ramsbottom-based blogger Andy Walker for Ramsbottom Online.

Ramsbottom United Notch Up A Hatrick of Awards!

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Has this ever been done before? The disappointment of finishing second in the league, but being unable to gain promotion because only one spot is available, has been somewhat easeed by the fact that Ramsbottom United have picked up an unprecendented three awards for April from the VoKat League.

Rossendale United v Ramsbottom United Match Report

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

This was a game that had to be seen to be believed! Quite simply, it had everything. Goals galore, a stunning comeback, two penalties, two sendings-off, a goal-of-the-season contender and a woeful refereeing performance. 90 minutes of non-stop entertainment on a glorious April afternoon.

Ramsbottom United v St Helens Town Match Report

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

The Rams came into this game on the back of a seven-match winning run, against a side they walloped on their own ground 5-1 last month. St. Helens had been leaking goals for fun, so the odds were on a big home win. Not so. Indeed, at one stage the home side was staring at defeat, until a late rally rescued a point.

Bloggers Meeting – Wednesday 11th May

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

If you are passionate about your town and fancy writing for Ramsbottom Online then we would love to see you on Wednesday 11th May. We have lots of exciting ideas for this year and hope that you are available to join us.

Ramsbottom United v Atherton LR Match Report

Thursday, April 21, 2011

A dominant first half display ensured that the Rams gained another three points in their quest to ensure the runners-up spot. Although the visitors took their foot of the gas in the second half, they still scored again whilst the make-shift defence kept another clean sheet on a balmy spring evening.

Ramsbottom v’s Ashton Athletic Match Report

Monday, April 4, 2011

Bottom club Ashton Athletic arrived at the Harry Williams Riverside Stadium with the fear of relegation a real threat. However, for the first 40 minutes you would have been hard pressed to work out which side was struggling, and which side was aiming for a top two finish. Then an enlightened spell of just eight minutes sandwiched around half-time totally changed the complexion of the game.

Ramsbottom v’s Flixton Match Report

Monday, March 28, 2011

As league leaders New Mills continue their quest to take the title, the Rams refuse to give up the chase, and secured another three points at the Harry Williams Riverside stadium in a tight game against a talented Flixton side.

Peter’s Marathon Swim for Toddler Lilly

Thursday, March 24, 2011

A regular member of Ramsbottom Pool and Fitness Centre is doing an all-night swim to raise money for charity. LCpl Peter Williams will embark on his 12-hour marathon on 17th and 18th April in aid of the Lilly MacGlashan Cancer Appeal.

Edgington’s to Join Rammy Trio in Climb

Monday, March 21, 2011

When Ramsbottom United supporters Lee Dunn and brothers Robert and Matt Drzymala posted on the clubs’ web forum that they were to undertake a 7km, 4409ft climb up Ben Nevis to raise money for two head and brain injury charities, little did they expect that they would not be going alone...

Festival Weekend Draws Nearer for Choco-holics

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

The countdown is well under way for a weekend of chocolate heaven. A feast of entertainment and tasty goodies has been organised for 16th and 17th April when the famous Ramsbottom Chocolate Festival takes over the town centre.

Ramsbottom Model Railway Club – History in Minature

Monday, February 14, 2011

Ramsbottom Model Railway Club began in August 1978 with an idea from four local postmen with a mutual interest in model railways. A notice was displayed in Ramsbottom Library and in early September nine enthusiasts met at the house of one of the proposers.

Tottington Wildlife Watch Group Wins Bursary

Monday, February 7, 2011

TWIGs (Tottington Wildlife Watch Group) have been successful in its bid for funding from The Rock Community Bursary Scheme. £1000 has been safely deposited in the bank, and this will enable the group to buy much needed equipment.

East Lancashire Railway Confirms the Return of Days Out With Thomas for 2011!

Friday, February 4, 2011

The East Lancashire Railway (ELR) is delighted to welcome back Thomas the Tank Engine for 2011. After several years of absence Thomas is set to roll into the East Lancashire Railway with the announcement of three weekends of Days Out With Thomas.

Entries Open for Bury ArtWeek

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Entries have now opened for artists from across the region to exhibit at Bury ArtWeek. Professional and amateur artists are invited to take part in this prestigious event, which will be held at Bury Art Gallery and The Fusiliers Museum from Friday 15 to Saturday 23 July 2011.

Ramsbottom Pool Creche Closure

Thursday, January 27, 2011

With regard to the above proposed closure, I would like to put forward the following points in unequivocal disappointment and opposition to this proposal. With my daughter, we are regular (twice weekly) users of the crèche facilities at Ramsbottom pool.

East Lancashire Railway Bucks the Trend

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Despite gloomy skies and chilly temperatures the East Lancashire Railway’s (ELR) annual January Steam Weekend brightened and warmed up even bigger numbers of enthusiasts than in previous years.

Snapshot from Moving Car Goes Global

Friday, January 14, 2011

A quick snapshot of a street in Lagos in Nigeria, taken out of the window of a moving car, has resulted in photographer Mike Kelly’s work being used in Fela!, a global National Theatre production that is due to be broadcast live on 13 January at the Cornerhouse Cinema in Manchester and in 200 other locations around the world.

Rammy’s Got Talent is Back!

Friday, January 7, 2011

Yes, it’s back by popular demand for its second year and this year Rammy’s Got Talent is open to both children and adults. BBC's Martin Henfield will host the show alongside his professional judges.

Walk Off The Christmas Turkey…

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

In his second walk for Ramsbottom Online, local resident Daniel Mead has put together a fantastic walk to help blow away the Christmas cobwebs!

Give Me Five! Ramsbottom United v Runcorn Match Report

Monday, December 13, 2010

To return to action, after a weather-induced three week break, with an away game against a side that had won their last three games was a daunting enough prospect. To do it with the back-bone of the team ripped out, made the task even more difficult.

Rumbling Tums Can Always be Silenced!

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Since moving to Rammy just over a year ago now I have become more, in tuned with nature should we say. I learned simple gardening from a young age. As my Mother developed arthritis I would de weed the borders in the garden. In my teens I found it tedious and dirty. However as I've aged I find gardening relaxing and quite spiritual on certain levels.

Ramsbottom Christmas Markets

Friday, December 3, 2010

It's that time of year again and the Ramsbottom Christmas Markets are back. During the three Sunday's of December, Ramsbottom Town Centre will be bursting with festive cheer, bringing you specialist markets and festive entertainment for all...

Ghost Busters Investigate Historic Ramsbottom Establishment!

Thursday, December 2, 2010

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There has been some strange goings on at The Grant Arms in Ramsbottom recently ....and it’s more than just things going bump in the night. Supernatural voices, people being possessed and electrical equipment mysteriously switching itself on and off.

London, Paris, New York, Ramsbottom!

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Ramsbottom proved that it really has got style when local businesses put on a fashion show at the town’s Civic Hall.

Brand New Ramsbottom Ale wins Beer of the Festival at Bury Beer Festival 2010

Friday, November 26, 2010

Irwell Works Brewery’s Copper Plate is winner of the Bury Beer Festival 2010, hosted by The Met and real ale bar Malt...

Rammy Virgins Get Stuck In

Thursday, November 25, 2010

Having attended my first Ramsbottom online Bloggers meeting in the welcoming surroundings of the First Chop, suitably warmed up and my inhibitions quelled by a delicious drop of Mulled wine, I was delighted to learn that my fellow bloggers were also new to Rammy.

Celebtastic Rammy!

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Until I saw it in the press, I had thought that the apparition of Will Young was a figment of the imagination of Lee White, owner of the mountain shop in Rammy, as he seemed to be the only person to have spotted him, claiming Will even made a ones errand trip to his shop [...]

Brand New Ales from Ramsbottom Make Beer Festival Debut at Bury Beer Festival 2010

Monday, November 15, 2010

Ramsbottom’s Irwell Vale Brewery makes it Beer Festival debut at the Bury Beer Festival 2010, hosted by The Met and real ale bar Malt on the 19th and 20th November. The Beer Festival combines more than 100 different ales sourced from over 20 breweries, fantastic live music from some of the North West’s finest musicians, and a fine helping of delicious food to create a weekend of all-round indulgence.

Feeding Time for Fish

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

I've just had the strangest Sunday morning experience I've had for a long time. It wasn't altogether awful but it did freak me out somewhat. I have to say I didn't want the experience, but was talked into it by a friend who for the past few days had been telling me she needs to discuss fish with me.

Lantern Parade a Huge Success

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

A Halloween lantern parade and craft day in Ramsbottom has been hailed as a huge success. The first of its kind, it took place in Nuttall Park and was organised by Bury Ranger Service and the Friends of Nuttall Park.

A Day Out in Manchester

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

We are lucky to live so close to Manchester – an amazing city with so much to see in it. We are also fortunate that there are lots of free things to do. We spent a few hours there on Saturday and could have been tourists! An adult bus and tram ticket at the weekend is £6.00 for unlimited travel, and there are great tram deals for families too.

Death and the Working Class

Monday, October 25, 2010

The People’s History Museum in Manchester has just opened its latest exhibition, Death and the Working Classes. It runs from 23.10.10 until 2.5.11 so there is plenty of time to pay it a visit. I went to the opening day so I could see the special events.

Les Mis 25th Anniversary Showing – Live in Bury

Monday, October 11, 2010

Sunday 3rd October 2010 was the 25th Anniversary Celebratory Showing of Les Miserables at the O2 Arena in Greenwich. This year has seen the 25th anniversary revamp of the musical. I've seen this twice this year, at The Palace in Manchester and The Lowry at Salford Quays, and both were wonderful.

World Black Pudding Throwing Contest

Monday, October 11, 2010

Ramsbottom’s farmer's market in September was a bit unusual. The second Sunday in September brings the Official World Black Pudding Throwing Championship to the village. Legend has it that during the War of the Roses both armies ran out of ammunition and threw food at each other instead.

World Gravy Wrestling Championships 2010

Monday, October 11, 2010

First there was the World Balck Pudding Championships and just when you thought it couldn't get any more surreal...the 4th annual World Gravy Wrestling Championship took place last month at the Rose 'n' Bowl pub in Stacksteads.

Ramsbottom Online’s Not So Famous Pub Quiz. The Answers to Last Week’s Quiz!

Thursday, September 30, 2010

Ramsbottom Online’s Not So Famous Pub Quiz. The Answers to Last Week’s Quiz!

Last night was Ramsbottom Online's Not So Famous Pub Quiz at the First Chop. So, for those of you who didn't manage to make it down we have listed the questions below so you can play at home. There are 4 rounds of 10 questions. The answers will be revealed next week. Points, in this case, don't mean prizes - just for fun folks!

North Manchester Bike Show

Monday, September 20, 2010

Ramsbottom’s Orbis Solicitors is mixing business with leather by sponsoring the annual North Manchester Bike Show, which roars in to the town on 26th September for the first time. The new show succeeds the former Rossendale Valley Motorbike Show, which was Europe's largest one day motorcycle event.

Official Opening of the New Ramsbottom Heritage Gallery

Thursday, September 2, 2010

A new home for the Ramsbottom Heritage Society is now complete thanks to support from Bury Council and 90% funding made available in 2008 from the Heritage Lottery Fund and Skills Funding Agency.

Fancy a Bank Holiday Stroll?

Friday, August 27, 2010

With the Big Walk Home fast approaching why not warm up over the bank holiday weekend with this great walk devised by local resident Daniel Mead.

The Return of Lunch in the Suburbs

Monday, August 23, 2010

As last year’s Lunch in the Suburbs was such a success, Manchester Food & Drink Festival is bringing the experience back, but this time over two weekends - bringing you the opportunity to spend 2 fabulous foodie days out in lovely Ramsbottom. It will take place on Sunday 3rd and Saturday 9th October at Sanminis, Ramsons and The Chocolate Cafe.

Local Businesses Nominated for MFDF Award 2010

Friday, August 13, 2010

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The shortlist of nominees for the 2010 Manchester Food & Drink Awards, the most prestigious food and drink awards in the region, has been announced. The Awards provide a benchmark for excellence in the hospitality industries throughout Greater Manchester.

Worsley Cup Final, Ramsbottom Cricket Club 8th August 2010

Friday, July 30, 2010

It has never been a better time to be watching Ramsbottom Cricket Club. So far this year Jon Fielding’s boys have already won two trophies and on the 8th of August they have the chance to claim the third piece of silverware in a possible quadruple!

Incredible Edible Progress

Monday, July 19, 2010

This short article is to update Rammy Residents on Incredible Edible Ramsbottom - what we’ve achieved so far; what’s in the pipeline and what we plan for the near future.

Rooney’s Barbados Story is One of Many. Now We Want Yours…

Friday, July 9, 2010

So Wayne Rooney is now sunning himself in Barbados and he booked his holiday two days before England went out of the World Cup, if the Daily Mail is to be believed. It`s a good story and whether or not it is actually true it underlines just how important travel is to us all.

10 Questions with Mike Kelly

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Mike Kelly is a photographer based in Ramsbottom who works across the North West, the UK and sometimes overseas. He specialises in weddings but covers other areas as well - including quite a few of the photos you may have seen on our site.

Microbrewery Gets The Go Ahead

Monday, July 5, 2010

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According to Rossendale Free Press a microbrewery and visitor centre has been given the green light to set up shop in Ramsbottom. The Atlas Works, formerly an engineering mill in Princess Street and Irwell Street, will be the new site for Irwell Works Brewery Ltd.

Bogus Calls Spark Warning to Local Residents

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Two incidents in one day have sparked a warning from the council’s trading standards team for people to be on their guard against doorstep criminals.

The First Interview With Our New MP

Friday, May 14, 2010

In the early hours of Friday morning, the Conservative candidate David Nuttall was elected as the new MP for Bury North with a majority of 2,243 over Labour’s Maryam Khan. In the first published interview since his election, David spoke to Ramsbottom-based blogger Andy Walker (http://walkersrambles.wordpress.com) for Ramsbottom Online.

Breaking News: Sheep Rustling on the Increase

Friday, May 14, 2010

A flock of 271 sheep, worth up to £25,000, has been stolen from a field in Ramsbottom, Bury. Thieves herded the sheep through a pen and into the back of what must have been a large vehicle, police said.

Has Rammy Got the World in Motion?

Friday, May 14, 2010

Local muso The Ukulele Punk is gaining a whole heap of attention with his World Cup song to rival 1990s classic World in Motion feat. MC John Barnes. He wrote the song in about 5 minutes after a watching the pitiful offerings for this years World Cup and deciding that there was nothing with a bit of punch in it.

Bernard and Jonno Win Manager of the Month

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Ramsbottom United co-managers Bernard Morley and Anthony Johnson have been rewarded for the sides' excellent unbeaten run in April by being given the April "Vodkat League Manager of the Month" award.

Give it a Grow During Compost Awareness Week

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Bury Council is encouraging residents to do their bit for the environment during Compost Awareness Week (2nd to 8th May 2010).

Award Winning, Natural Body Care Has Arrived in Ramsbottom

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

VITALITY PLUS, Ramsbottom has just become the local, approved stockist for the award winning Neal’s Yard Remedies. The store now has a range for all the family, from baby products to those special items for Mum’s to be and everyone in between including the guys.

Rossendale Coming in Your Ears!

Friday, April 23, 2010

Rossendale Radio is ready to launch across the Rossendale Valley on Saturday 1st May at 10.47am (104.7fm). The Bank Holiday weekend will also see the Rossendale Radio team out and about the area so keep an eye out for them.

Get involved with Rambsottom’s BIG Debate ‘Live’!

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

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The race to succeed shamed Labour MP David Chaytor is starting early with the standing MP’s for the Bury North constituency taking to the floor in a live debate organised by RamsbottomOnline.com. This is your chance to get involved and submit questions to be put to the MP's and register for FREE tickets to attend the event...

Spectacular Evening in Aid of Breast Cancer Care

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Last Thursday (25th March) Coronation Street actress, Michelle Keegan and other celebrities were up in Ramsbottom to attend the Bellini Spectacular in aid of Breast Cancer Care.

The 2nd Annual Ramsbottom Chocolate Festival

Thursday, March 18, 2010

After the success of last year's Chocolate Festival the event is back for 2010 and promises to be even bigger and better than before. Celebrating everything that is great about our favourite food, the festival will bring together some of the best chocolate produce and producers around.

Jamie to Run the Paris Marathon

Monday, March 8, 2010

Last week I was privy to an extraordinary sight – Ramsbottom Online’s very own Jamie Scahill stood in a bar with a pint…of Diet Coke. No, he hasn’t given up alcohol for Lent but in little over 4 weeks time Jamie will be digging out his white vest, squeezing into his 1980s Hi-Tec shorts and dusting down his strings of garlic in preparation for the Paris Marathon. On 11th April he will be running in aid of C.A.L.M. with the target of raising an impressive £1,000.

Ramsbottom’s Big Dig… the Plot Thickens!

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

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Last night a public meeting was held at Ramsbottom library headed by Lynn Leyland-Mather to get ‘Rammy’s Big Dig’ underway. With the waiting list for allotments longer than an MP’s expense claim her vision is to increase the volume of local produce grown in the town. Who knows, maybe one day Ramsbottom will become self sufficient. There was no doubting the interest in the project with a large number of residents descending on Carr Street.

The Giant Easter Egg Competition

Friday, February 19, 2010

Bury Council’s Town Centres team is calling on all community groups, schools and youth organisations to take part in a challenge to make a 1 foot tall Easter egg, as part of the Ramsbottom Chocolate Festival.

Real 2 Reel Brings Movie Magic to Rammy

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

You might have seen the big sign advertising films in the Market Square, or picked up a flyer at Walmsley’s Butchers. Or you might not have known about the monthly movies at the Civic Hall. But in Real2Reel, Ramsbottom has a thriving local film society that could easily be the envy of larger towns.

Happy Pancake Day!

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Forget pancake mixes in a packet, making your pancakes from scratch is easier than you might think...and it'll save you a visit to the supermarket. Paul Morris from the Chocolate Cafe has kindly given Ramsbottom Online his White Chocolate & Lemon pancake recipe. In the words of the great man Chef Ramsay 'easy, delicious pancake recipe...done'. Enjoy!

Is that a UFO or a Black Pudding!

Friday, February 12, 2010

Excerpt taken from the Sun today...

Ramsbottom’s Big Dig

Thursday, February 11, 2010

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Clare Westhead looks at plans for a new community vegetable patch...

Ramsbottom – It’s Surroundings and our Heritage, Lost?

Friday, February 5, 2010

Within the heart of the industrial north-west lie many towns founded and developed during the Industrial boom of the late eighteenth century onwards, including my home town Ramsbottom. I have lived here for the vast majority of my twenty-seven years and have witnessed its ever developing growth.

ShelterBox Team on the Ground: ‘There is no More Haiti’

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Aid workers for the international disaster relief charity ShelterBox, now the largest Rotary Club project in the world, are on the ground in Port au Prince, Haiti. ShelterBox Response Team (SRT) members Dave Eby (US), Wayne Robinson (US) and Mark Pearson (UK) arrived in the island’s capital on Thursday, January 4 and have already been in contact with government officials, ACTED and Rotarians in the country.

Tales From the Pub Rock Circuit

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

In his first in a series of 'Tales from the Pub Rock Circuit' Rik Entwistle from local institution Big Lix gives us a taster of life on the road for a rock 'n roll superstar...

The Holcombe Old English Game Fowl Club New Year’s Day

Thursday, December 31, 2009

The Holcombe Old English Game Fowl Club’s show has been taking place every New Year’s Day in Ramsbottom since 1843. Originally held at the Shoulder of Mutton in Holcombe, it moved first to the Rose and Crown, and then, in the 1970s, to the Old Dun Horse Hotel on Bolton Road. But when the pub closed last year, the show moved to its current home, the Royal British Legion in Central Street.

Ramsbottom Choral Society Going Strong

Sunday, December 27, 2009