themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Death, danger and the golden hour - secrets of a detective who came back from the brink

When a crime happens on the streets of Greater Manchester , the sixty minutes afterwards are precious .
Detectives call it the 'Golden Hour ' - a window of time when memories are fresh , evidence undisturbed , and CCTV undeleted .
Those minutes could mark the difference between a killer getting caught - or getting away with forever .
And the sights one detective saw , going from crime scene to crime scene , night after night , came to haunt him , and would even place him in danger , in an unexpected way .
Now , after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ writer , former GMP DI James Ellson has described how the life of a big city detective pushed him to a breakdown - and how he swapped the streets of Manchester for a Derbyshire smallholding in order to rebuild his life .
`` The responsibility of being a Detective Inspector is massive '' , he said .
`` On nights I was the senior detective on duty for the whole of Greater Manchester , and went from one critical incident - shootings , stabbings , murders , arsons , suspicious deaths - to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I went to a lot of dead bodies .
I liked to do a good job .
I would investigate it to the ninth degree .
`` Although all the dead bodies I saw didn ’ t affect me at the time , they have stayed with me – because I think , for me now ( like for most people ) , they are such a rarity . ''
Looking back now , he describes three incidents embossed on his memory .
`` Two siblings falling from the tenth floor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bodies lay on the pavement , entwined forever .
`` An old man found in a bath , dead from old age .
He lived in a small block of ten flats with a communal entrance and hallway .
He ’ d been dead for six months . ''
It was when DI Ellson , a keen mountaineer in his spare time , moved to a new patch that the pressure became relentless .
`` Moving from Stockport to Moss Side increased the workload significantly - both volume and gravity '' , he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work - CCTV , DNA , phone enquiries , means there is always an unlimited supply of leads to check .
`` I never liked to leave a case unresolved , so many cases and hours stacked up .
`` I liked the responsibility .
I 'd wanted it .
But I always wanted to do the perfect job , and that was impossible . ''
At the time Manchester was gaining national notoriety for its gun crime .
In 2007 there were 146 shootings across the region and the south side of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
DI Ellson became more and more emotionally involved in his work .
`` On a professional level , I tried to deal with each new case as if it was my family who had been affected '' , he said .
`` I persisted in the belief that I could make a difference , however small .
And also that every human has some good and some bad in them .
Read more of today 's top stories here '' On a personal level , I found some release in climbing harder @ @ @ @ @ @ @ began soloing ( climbing alone and without ropes ) .
`` Looking back now , it is interesting to note that in doing so , I was mirroring the ambivalence to death of many of the gang members I was dealing with . ''
By September 2009 the then DI Ellson 's determination to get results had taken its toll on him .
`` I folded .
I had a break down because of my police work '' , he said .
His impressive career as a cop - ten years with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with GMP - was over .
`` It was an amazing career .
I could n't understand for a long time why anyone would want to do any other job .
I loved it - riding blues and twos .
`` Many police officers - and we ’ re lucky to have them - put their heads down for 30 years , and then look up at retirement .
`` However , I became increasingly concerned with my own mortality – and the limited time to do stuff .
`` Off duty , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Work got faster and faster .
And faster and faster .
Breakdown .
Depression , and counselling . ''
With the backing of his wife , lawyer Sarah , he attempted to `` pick up the pieces '' - first by retreating to a small holding in High Peak , Derbyshire .
`` I did n't go out for a long time , '' said James , 49 .
But , eventually , he began to grow and harvest fruit and vegetables at their plot on the outskirts of a village @ @ @ @ @ @ @ five hours a day outside '' , he added .
`` I also began to write .
The combination of working outside and writing helped me understand what I ’ d been through , and moved me forward .
`` I wrote a memoir From Cop to Coppicer which was a cathartic process ; it also attracted strong interest from two agents .
`` Genetically , we ’ re still hunter-gatherers .
Most people , most of the time , are happier and have greater wellbeing when they ’ re outside in green @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me .
`` Slowly , I began to pick up the pieces .
`` And I never went back to work . ''
Instead , James changed his lifestyle dramatically , for good .
`` Despite everything that happened , I don ’ t regret my time in the police '' , he said .
`` We are self-sufficient in fruit and vegetables , and keep chickens and bees , and turkeys at Christmas .
My passion is apple trees , and I ’ m aiming for 100 varieties ( 64 at present @ @ @ @ @ @ @ give talks on self-sufficiency and apples , and offer tours of the smallholding .
`` My days are divided between my two hats .
`` I get up and write for a couple of hours , spend the day working on the smallholding , and write again for a couple of hours before dinner .
`` Much of the work outside is repetitive manual work , and it ’ s often wet and cold .
Sometimes I mull my plots and characters . ''
Last year James completed an MA in creative writing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ already studied Geography at Christ 's College , Cambridge in his youth .
Now after a decade of writing , his first novel , The Trail , was published this week by Unbound .
The main character is 'DCI Rick Castle ' - plagued by flashbacks to his first week of nights , in which he deals with 17 deaths - many drawn from James ' own experiences .
The plot was also inspired partly by a real-life case .
`` At Stockport there was a missing person enquiry which potentially required a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pakistan .
With my mountaineering experience my name came up !
`` Many crime thrillers focus on ‘ clues ’ - DNA , fingerprints - but in reality crimes with these leads are not so interesting to investigate .
`` What makes The Trail different to most of its genre is the real investigative technique .
`` Detectives start an investigation by asking themselves four questions - what do I know , what are my hypotheses for what happened , what else do I need to know , and how can I find @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 4 questions , taught on every SIO ( Senior Investigating Officer ) course , and the developing hypotheses , form part of DCI Castle ’ s investigation . ''
As a climber , James has visited Nepal many times , and also soloed the Matterhorn in the Swiss Alps .
In the plot of his book , a missing person inquiry leads DCI Castle to Nepal .
In the story , DCI Castle is tending to his bees when he gets a phone call from his boss that reveals a small time drugs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hero , has been reported missing .
Rick flies to Nepal and finds a body on a trail through villages , and then another .
The journey presents the character with two choices - the right one or the moral one ?
The Trail can be bought on Amazon and ordered from bookshops .
The launch is at Manchester Waterstones , Deansgate , Manchester , on Thursday 27 Feb , at 6.30 pm .

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When a crime happens on the streets of Greater Manchester, the sixty minutes afterwards are precious.
Detectives call it the 'Golden Hour' - a window of time when memories are fresh, evidence undisturbed, and CCTV undeleted.
Those minutes could mark the difference between a killer getting caught - or getting away with forever.
And the sights one detective saw, going from crime scene to crime scene, night after night, came to haunt him, and would even place him in danger, in an unexpected way.
Now, after launching a new career as a thriller writer, former GMP DI James Ellson has described how the life of a big city detective pushed him to a breakdown - and how he swapped the streets of Manchester for a Derbyshire smallholding in order to rebuild his life.
"The responsibility of being a Detective Inspector is massive", he said.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
"On nights I was the senior detective on duty for the whole of Greater Manchester, and went from one critical incident - shootings, stabbings, murders, arsons, suspicious deaths - to another, driving the 'golden hour'.
"I went to a lot of dead bodies. I liked to do a good job. I would investigate it to the ninth degree.
"Although all the dead bodies I saw didn’t affect me at the time, they have stayed with me – because I think, for me now (like for most people), they are such a rarity."
Looking back now, he describes three incidents embossed on his memory.
"Two siblings falling from the tenth floor of a tower block. Their broken bodies lay on the pavement, entwined forever.
"A school headmaster found dead in his garage.
"An old man found in a bath, dead from old age. He lived in a small block of ten flats with a communal entrance and hallway. He’d been dead for six months."
It was when DI Ellson, a keen mountaineer in his spare time, moved to a new patch that the pressure became relentless.
"Moving from Stockport to Moss Side increased the workload significantly - both volume and gravity", he said.
"The nature of the work - CCTV, DNA, phone enquiries, means there is always an unlimited supply of leads to check.
"I never liked to leave a case unresolved, so many cases and hours stacked up.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
"I liked the responsibility. I'd wanted it. But I always wanted to do the perfect job, and that was impossible."
At the time Manchester was gaining national notoriety for its gun crime.
In 2007 there were 146 shootings across the region and the south side of the city was plagued by lethal feuds.
DI Ellson became more and more emotionally involved in his work.
"On a professional level, I tried to deal with each new case as if it was my family who had been affected", he said.
"I persisted in the belief that I could make a difference, however small. And also that every human has some good and some bad in them.
"On a personal level, I found some release in climbing harder and more dangerous routes. And I began soloing (climbing alone and without ropes).
"Looking back now, it is interesting to note that in doing so, I was mirroring the ambivalence to death of many of the gang members I was dealing with."
By September 2009 the then DI Ellson's determination to get results had taken its toll on him.
"I folded. I had a break down because of my police work", he said.
His impressive career as a cop - ten years with the Met in London, and five years with GMP - was over.
"It was an amazing career. I couldn't understand for a long time why anyone would want to do any other job. I loved it - riding blues and twos.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
"Many police officers - and we’re lucky to have them - put their heads down for 30 years, and then look up at retirement.
"However, I became increasingly concerned with my own mortality – and the limited time to do stuff.
"Off duty, I began to climb far more seriously.
"Work got faster and faster. And faster and faster. Breakdown. Depression, and counselling."
With the backing of his wife, lawyer Sarah, he attempted to "pick up the pieces" - first by retreating to a small holding in High Peak, Derbyshire.
"I didn't go out for a long time," said James, 49.
But, eventually, he began to grow and harvest fruit and vegetables at their plot on the outskirts of a village.
"I would spend four or five hours a day outside", he added.
"I also began to write. The combination of working outside and writing helped me understand what I’d been through, and moved me forward.
"I wrote a memoir From Cop to Coppicer which was a cathartic process; it also attracted strong interest from two agents.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
"Genetically, we’re still hunter-gatherers. Most people, most of the time, are happier and have greater wellbeing when they’re outside in green spaces. This was very true for me.
"Slowly, I began to pick up the pieces.
"And I never went back to work."
Instead, James changed his lifestyle dramatically, for good.
"Despite everything that happened, I don’t regret my time in the police", he said.
"We are self-sufficient in fruit and vegetables, and keep chickens and bees, and turkeys at Christmas. My passion is apple trees, and I’m aiming for 100 varieties (64 at present).
"I run courses, give talks on self-sufficiency and apples, and offer tours of the smallholding.
(Image: ABNM Photography)
"My days are divided between my two hats.
"I get up and write for a couple of hours, spend the day working on the smallholding, and write again for a couple of hours before dinner.
"Much of the work outside is repetitive manual work, and it’s often wet and cold. Sometimes I mull my plots and characters."
Last year James completed an MA in creative writing at Manchester Metropolitan University. He had already studied Geography at Christ's College, Cambridge in his youth.
Now after a decade of writing, his first novel, The Trail, was published this week by Unbound.
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The main character is 'DCI Rick Castle' - plagued by flashbacks to his first week of nights, in which he deals with 17 deaths - many drawn from James' own experiences.
The plot was also inspired partly by a real-life case.
"At Stockport there was a missing person enquiry which potentially required a detective to visit the Hindu Kush in Pakistan. With my mountaineering experience my name came up!
"Many crime thrillers focus on ‘clues’ - DNA, fingerprints - but in reality crimes with these leads are not so interesting to investigate.
"What makes The Trail different to most of its genre is the real investigative technique.
"Detectives start an investigation by asking themselves four questions - what do I know, what are my hypotheses for what happened, what else do I need to know, and how can I find the information I need?
"These 4 questions, taught on every SIO (Senior Investigating Officer) course, and the developing hypotheses, form part of DCI Castle’s investigation."
As a climber, James has visited Nepal many times, and also soloed the Matterhorn in the Swiss Alps. In the plot of his book, a missing person inquiry leads DCI Castle to Nepal.
In the story, DCI Castle is tending to his bees when he gets a phone call from his boss that reveals a small time drugs dealer, whose father was a war hero, has been reported missing.
Rick flies to Nepal and finds a body on a trail through villages, and then another. The journey presents the character with two choices - the right one or the moral one?
The Trail can be bought on Amazon and ordered from bookshops.
The launch is at Manchester Waterstones, Deansgate, Manchester, on Thursday 27 Feb, at 6.30 pm.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Four teens arrested for attempted murder after drivers beaten in 'disgraceful' attacks

Four teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a taxi driver and a delivery driver were assaulted during two violent robberies in Stockport .
The taxi driver was attacked after being asked to pull over by his two passengers in Adswood at around 1.30am on Friday , February 21 .
When the car stopped on the corner of Chelford Grove and Handley Close , four men pulled the door open and assaulted the driver .
The 58-year-old managed to reverse away from the men , including the passengers , who then fled on foot with his mobile @ @ @ @ @ @ @ did not require hospital treatment .
A second man , a delivery driver , was viciously attacked and robbed of his car in the same area later that morning at around 3.10am .
He was beaten up after arriving at an address on Appleby Close in Stockport .
He was assaulted by a gang of thugs who stole his dark grey BMW and left him seriously injured on the side of the road .
The hurt driver was discovered by a neighbour at around 5.30am who called for help .
The man is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ condition after undergoing surgery .
Police are treating both assaults as linked .
Officers managed to track and intercept the stolen BMW a couple of hours later on New Zealand Road in Stockport .
The offenders rammed the police car and then ran away on foot .
Police were then called to some men acting suspiciously on Celtic Street , Offerton at around 9am that same morning .
Two 17-year-old boys were arrested on suspicion of robbery and attempted murder .
Two more boys , aged 16 , were arrested today ( Sunday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after forensic analysis was carried out on the recovered BMW .
The arrests for attempted murder relate to the attack on the delivery driver in Appleby Close .
All four suspects remain in police custody for questioning .
Detective Inspector Melanie Johnson , of GMP ’ s Stockport district , said : “ Our officers have worked tirelessly over the weekend to gather as much evidence as possible to find the people responsible for these disgraceful attacks .
“ Thankfully both men are expected to make a full recovery but are understandably shaken @ @ @ @ @ @ @ simply doing their job and no-one should ever be subjected to this kind of attack .
“ We currently believe that both of these incidents are linked and whilst we have made four arrests , our investigation is very much ongoing and progressing at pace so I would urge anyone who saw anyone acting suspiciously across the Stockport area in the early hours of Friday morning to get in touch with our investigation team.
” Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 9790 or 101 quoting reference number 445 of 21/02/2020 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , on 0800 555 111 .

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Four teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a taxi driver and a delivery driver were assaulted during two violent robberies in Stockport.
The taxi driver was attacked after being asked to pull over by his two passengers in Adswood at around 1.30am on Friday, February 21.
When the car stopped on the corner of Chelford Grove and Handley Close, four men pulled the door open and assaulted the driver.
The 58-year-old managed to reverse away from the men, including the passengers, who then fled on foot with his mobile phone.
He suffered facial injuries but did not require hospital treatment.
A second man, a delivery driver, was viciously attacked and robbed of his car in the same area later that morning at around 3.10am.
He was beaten up after arriving at an address on Appleby Close in Stockport.
He was assaulted by a gang of thugs who stole his dark grey BMW and left him seriously injured on the side of the road.
The hurt driver was discovered by a neighbour at around 5.30am who called for help.
The man is still recovering in hospital in a stable condition after undergoing surgery.
Police are treating both assaults as linked.
Officers managed to track and intercept the stolen BMW a couple of hours later on New Zealand Road in Stockport.
The offenders rammed the police car and then ran away on foot.
Police were then called to some men acting suspiciously on Celtic Street, Offerton at around 9am that same morning.
Two 17-year-old boys were arrested on suspicion of robbery and attempted murder.
Two more boys, aged 16, were arrested today (Sunday) on suspicion of the same offences after forensic analysis was carried out on the recovered BMW.
The arrests for attempted murder relate to the attack on the delivery driver in Appleby Close.
All four suspects remain in police custody for questioning.
Detective Inspector Melanie Johnson, of GMP’s Stockport district, said: “Our officers have worked tirelessly over the weekend to gather as much evidence as possible to find the people responsible for these disgraceful attacks.
“Thankfully both men are expected to make a full recovery but are understandably shaken by what happened.
"They were simply doing their job and no-one should ever be subjected to this kind of attack.
“We currently believe that both of these incidents are linked and whilst we have made four arrests, our investigation is very much ongoing and progressing at pace so I would urge anyone who saw anyone acting suspiciously across the Stockport area in the early hours of Friday morning to get in touch with our investigation team.”
Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 9790 or 101 quoting reference number 445 of 21/02/2020 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Manchester United fans make Anthony Martial and Thierry Henry comparison after Watford goal

Manchester United have compared Anthony Martial 's technique for his goal against Watford to legendary Arsenal forward Thierry Henry .
The Reds moved back within three points of Chelsea in the race to finish in the top four thanks to a comfortable 3-0 victory at Old Trafford .
United took the lead before half-time through January signing Bruno Fernandes .
The Portuguese was fouled in the box and coolly dispatched the resulting penalty for his first goal since joining the club .
It was more of the same after the interval with Martial getting on the score sheet after a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ blasted two chances well over the bar but made no mistake following the break .
He kept his head under pressure , opening space with an intricate backheel , before lobbing Ben Foster with a deft chip that left Watford defenders stranded .
United supporters loved his goal and compared the forward to legendary French striker Henry .
The Arsenal great was known for his expert finishes and supporters believed Martial took a page out of his book against the Hornets .
Here is how they reacted to his goal on Twitter : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tally to ten for the season as well as three goals in four appearances in the Europa League .
Earlier this month , he was backed by manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to reach 20 goals in a single campaign for the first time in his career .
Solskjaer said : `` Yeah , I think Anthony can step up , get a few more and get to the 20 mark , definitely .
He 's got quality , of course , he 's a very good finisher .
He takes his chances really @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in his finishing .
He 's good at receiving the ball at times and dropping off .
He can play almost like a false nine as well .
Sometimes I 'd like him to be stronger physically . ''

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Manchester United have compared Anthony Martial's technique for his goal against Watford to legendary Arsenal forward Thierry Henry.
The Reds moved back within three points of Chelsea in the race to finish in the top four thanks to a comfortable 3-0 victory at Old Trafford.
United took the lead before half-time through January signing Bruno Fernandes. The Portuguese was fouled in the box and coolly dispatched the resulting penalty for his first goal since joining the club.
It was more of the same after the interval with Martial getting on the score sheet after a frustrating first 45 minutes. The Frenchman blasted two chances well over the bar but made no mistake following the break.
He kept his head under pressure, opening space with an intricate backheel, before lobbing Ben Foster with a deft chip that left Watford defenders stranded.
United supporters loved his goal and compared the forward to legendary French striker Henry.
The Arsenal great was known for his expert finishes and supporters believed Martial took a page out of his book against the Hornets.
Here is how they reacted to his goal on Twitter:
And, the Anthony Martial goal had the delightful shades of Thierry Henry to it. Like he so often did when he arrived a few seasons ago. #MUNWAT — Anand Sachar (@anandsachar29) February 23, 2020
That Martial is so silky and skillful is the most frustrating thing about him. I just cannot shake the feeling he should be *great* with the tools he has. How he can carry the ball genuinely reminds me a bit of Thierry Henry. — Hersh (@Thomas_Hersh) February 23, 2020
Martial is cold only Henry was this cold — The Instigator (@Am_Blujay) February 23, 2020
Thierry Henry-esque finish from Martial! That was exquisite.
MUN-2-0 WAT #MUNWAT — Hariharan B (@harihb) February 23, 2020
just saw the martial finish, he’s doing thierry henry proud — (@DANFODRIVR) February 23, 2020
Was that Thierry Henry?
Nope, Martial
#MUNWAT — Brendan (@brendanprice13) February 23, 2020
Who annoyed Martial, the calmness in that goal reminds me of Thiery Henry — KING KC (@kingkc1) February 23, 2020
Martial can play like Henry sometimes — . (@Jimmyyy_L) February 23, 2020
That's Henry/Messi level wizardry from Martial. #MUNWAT — Nicholas Mendola (@NicholasMendola) February 23, 2020
Martial's goal takes his Premier League tally to ten for the season as well as three goals in four appearances in the Europa League.
Earlier this month, he was backed by manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to reach 20 goals in a single campaign for the first time in his career.
Solskjaer said: "Yeah, I think Anthony can step up, get a few more and get to the 20 mark, definitely. He's got quality, of course, he's a very good finisher. He takes his chances really well.
"There's good technique in his finishing. He's good at receiving the ball at times and dropping off. He can play almost like a false nine as well. Sometimes I'd like him to be stronger physically."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Where it's forecast to snow in Greater Manchester in the next 12 hours - and when it's expected to f

Where it's forecast to snow in Greater Manchester in the next 12 hours - and when it's expected to fall

Forecasters have said there is a chance of snow in some parts of Greater Manchester overnight .
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow , rain and flooding on Monday .
It warns that there could be snow in hilly areas with temperatures dropping to 0C .
Oldham , Rochdale and Bury are expected to see some of the white stuff overnight .
Heavy rain is expected is across the region 's other boroughs .
Forecasters say the unsettled weather could bring travel disruption to the region with commuters potentially facing cancellations .
Tonight , temperatures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a maximum of 12C on Monday .
After a wet start , conditions will dry off in the afternoon but more showers could fall until the evening .
Check out our guide from The Weather Channel below to see when and where snow is expected to fall in the region over the night 12 hours : The snow is expected to fall in the borough from 3am .
Read more of today 's top stories here The snow is expected to fall in the borough from 3am .
The snow is expected to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The warning mainly covers the eastern side of Greater Manchester , with the remaining areas expected to just be hit by rain overnight and into the morning .

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Forecasters have said there is a chance of snow in some parts of Greater Manchester overnight.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow, rain and flooding on Monday.
It warns that there could be snow in hilly areas with temperatures dropping to 0C.
Oldham, Rochdale and Bury are expected to see some of the white stuff overnight.
Heavy rain is expected is across the region's other boroughs.
Forecasters say the unsettled weather could bring travel disruption to the region with commuters potentially facing cancellations.
Tonight, temperatures will drop to 0C and rise to a maximum of 12C on Monday.
After a wet start, conditions will dry off in the afternoon but more showers could fall until the evening.
Check out our guide from The Weather Channel below to see when and where snow is expected to fall in the region over the night 12 hours:
Bury
The snow is expected to fall in the borough from 3am.
12am - Showers, 3C, feels like 2C
1am - Light rain, 3C, feels like 1C
2am - Rain, 3C, feels like 1C
3am - Rain/snow, 2C, feels like -1C
4am - Rain/snow, 2C, feels like -2C
5am - Rain/snow, 2C, feels like -3C
6am - Rain, 2C, feels like -2C
7am - Rain, 4C, feels like -1C
8am - Rain, 5C, feels like 2C
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Rochdale
The snow is expected to fall in the borough from 3am.
12am - Showers, 3C, feels like 3C
1am - Light rain, 3C, feels like 2C
2am - Rain/snow, 3C, feels like 1C
3am - Snow, 2C, feels like -1C
4am - Snow, 2C, feels like 2C
5am - Snow, 2C, feels like -3C
6am - Rain, 2C, feels like -2C
7am - Rain, 3C, feels like -1C
8am - Rain, 5C, feels like 1C
Oldham
The snow is expected to fall from around 2am in Oldham.
12am - Showers, 3C, feels like 3C
1am - Light rain, 3C, feels like 2C
2am - Rain/snow, 3C, feels like 1C
3am - Snow, 2C, feels like -1C
4am - Snow, 2C, feels like -2C
5am - Rain/snow, 2C, feels like -3C
6am - Rain, 2C, -3C
7am - Rain, 3C, feels like -1C
8am - Rain, 5C, feels like 2C
The warning mainly covers the eastern side of Greater Manchester, with the remaining areas expected to just be hit by rain overnight and into the morning.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--The touching reason why Manchester United players led 11 pensioners onto the pitch against Watford

Manchester United players shook hands with 11 pensioners on the pitch before their match against Watford to raise awareness of loneliness .
The fans , who were all aged between 61 to 87 , stepped out in the front of the 75,000-strong crowd to highlight the issue of isolation among the older generation .
They shook hands with the players before the game , which ended in a 3-0 victory for Manchester United at Old Trafford .
All 11 of the pensioners were either volunteers at their local Age UK branch , or had benefited from the charity .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Words ' campaign in a bid to encourage fans to make a difference to the lives older people through conversation .
The campaign was launched after recent research conducted by Cadbury and Age UK revealed that in a typical week , almost 2.6million people aged 65 and over speak to three or fewer people that they know .
More than 225,000 often go a week without speaking to anyone at all .
A partnership has been launched between Cadbury , Manchester United and Mondelez to encourage people in the community to start conversations @ @ @ @ @ @ @ director of partnerships for Manchester United said : `` We ’ re pleased to start our global partnership with Cadbury by supporting their ‘ donate your words ’ campaign .
`` The Club is encouraging all fans to give a few moments of their time to speak to older people around them who might welcome a thoughtful conversation .
`` Any small gesture and interaction can play a part in helping to help tackle loneliness amongst our older generation . ''
According to the Guardian 's research , in a typical week almost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speak to three or fewer people that they know .
Some 225,000 can go an entire week without speaking to anyone at all .
Something as simple as a few minutes of conversation , a smile from someone or a 'hello ' in the street could brighten an older person 's day considerably .
Colin O ’ Toole , associate marketing director at Cadbury said : `` We ’ re proud to announce this partnership with Manchester United and to continue supporting Age UK with our ‘ donate your words ’ campaign .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ amongst the older generation , and we are encouraging Manchester United fans and the nation at large to engage with this cause by donating their words at every opportunity to lonely older people in their communities .
`` We are also excited to be working with Manchester United in the future on further collaborations . ''
Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham said the campaign was 'fantastic ' .
He added : `` Loneliness is much closer to home than many people realise , and any actions like these to raise its profile is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I wish all parties the very best of luck with their continuous efforts in this area , and more importantly I hope those Guests of Honour taking part have a very special day . ''

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Manchester United players shook hands with 11 pensioners on the pitch before their match against Watford to raise awareness of loneliness.
The fans, who were all aged between 61 to 87, stepped out in the front of the 75,000-strong crowd to highlight the issue of isolation among the older generation.
They shook hands with the players before the game, which ended in a 3-0 victory for Manchester United at Old Trafford.
All 11 of the pensioners were either volunteers at their local Age UK branch, or had benefited from the charity.
The club is supporting Cadbury's 'Donate Your Words' campaign in a bid to encourage fans to make a difference to the lives older people through conversation.
(Image: Cadbury/Manchester United)
The campaign was launched after recent research conducted by Cadbury and Age UK revealed that in a typical week, almost 2.6million people aged 65 and over speak to three or fewer people that they know.
More than 225,000 often go a week without speaking to anyone at all.
A partnership has been launched between Cadbury, Manchester United and Mondelez to encourage people in the community to start conversations with the eldery.
Sean Jefferson, director of partnerships for Manchester United said: "We’re pleased to start our global partnership with Cadbury by supporting their ‘donate your words’ campaign.
"The Club is encouraging all fans to give a few moments of their time to speak to older people around them who might welcome a thoughtful conversation.
"Any small gesture and interaction can play a part in helping to help tackle loneliness amongst our older generation."
According to the Guardian's research, in a typical week almost 2.6 million people aged 65 and over speak to three or fewer people that they know. Some 225,000 can go an entire week without speaking to anyone at all.
Something as simple as a few minutes of conversation, a smile from someone or a 'hello' in the street could brighten an older person's day considerably.
Colin O’Toole, associate marketing director at Cadbury said: "We’re proud to announce this partnership with Manchester United and to continue supporting Age UK with our ‘donate your words’ campaign.
(Image: Manchester United via Getty Images)
"Loneliness is such a huge problem amongst the older generation, and we are encouraging Manchester United fans and the nation at large to engage with this cause by donating their words at every opportunity to lonely older people in their communities.
"We are also excited to be working with Manchester United in the future on further collaborations."
Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham said the campaign was 'fantastic'.
He added: "Loneliness is much closer to home than many people realise, and any actions like these to raise its profile is a big step in the right direction.
"I wish all parties the very best of luck with their continuous efforts in this area, and more importantly I hope those Guests of Honour taking part have a very special day."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Plea for help as thousands of pounds needed to repair beloved park ruined by storms and flooding

A campaign has been launched to repair a popular park that was ruined during recent storms .
Paths around Burrs Country Park in Bury were ripped up when the River Irwell burst its banks earlier this month .
The heavy downpours resulted in water and debris spilling over from the river , which runs through the park , and on to nearby paths and fields .
Volunteers estimate it will cost thousands of pounds to repair the damage .
A JustGiving page has been set up to help with the costs of fixing the damage .
It was launched by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Friends of Burrs County Park group .
He said : `` It looks a mess .
`` The storms were so powerful that they have just ripped up pathways and tarmac .
`` There are piles of rubbish in different places that have been swept down the river . ''
Last year , Burrs was named as one of the UK 's best loved parks .
It was one of 11 across the North West to be handed a 'Much Loved Award ' in the UK 's Best Park competition , which is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Popular with walkers , fishermen and birdwatchers , the park boasts several trails , a cafe and even a station on the East Lancashire Railway .
But part of it has been out of action since the recent flooding , which volunteers say was the worst since Boxing Day of 2015 .
Mr Pinder added : `` It is quite a state .
`` It will cost thousands just to get the park back to what it was beforehand .
`` So many people visit the park and there is a lot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the moment . ''
The fundraising page can be found here .

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A campaign has been launched to repair a popular park that was ruined during recent storms.
Paths around Burrs Country Park in Bury were ripped up when the River Irwell burst its banks earlier this month.
The heavy downpours resulted in water and debris spilling over from the river, which runs through the park, and on to nearby paths and fields.
Volunteers estimate it will cost thousands of pounds to repair the damage.
A JustGiving page has been set up to help with the costs of fixing the damage.
It was launched by Brent Pinder, a member of the Friends of Burrs County Park group.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
He said: "It looks a mess.
"The storms were so powerful that they have just ripped up pathways and tarmac.
"There are piles of rubbish in different places that have been swept down the river."
Last year, Burrs was named as one of the UK's best loved parks.
It was one of 11 across the North West to be handed a 'Much Loved Award' in the UK's Best Park competition, which is run by the charity Fields in Trust.
Popular with walkers, fishermen and birdwatchers, the park boasts several trails, a cafe and even a station on the East Lancashire Railway.
(Image: UGC)
But part of it has been out of action since the recent flooding, which volunteers say was the worst since Boxing Day of 2015.
Mr Pinder added: "It is quite a state.
"It will cost thousands just to get the park back to what it was beforehand.
"So many people visit the park and there is a lot of it that cannot be used at the moment."
The fundraising page can be found here.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Manchester United manager reveals Anthony Martial demand after Watford goal

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer still wants more from Manchester United striker Anthony Martial after his outrageous goal against Watford .
Martial scored in all three of United games against Chelsea , Club Brugge , and Watford this week to take his tally for the season to 15 , and is now just two off equalling his season-best tally .
Martial 's effort against Watford was an outrageous dink over Ben Foster following an impudent back heel to set up the angle that effectively clinched victory in the 3-0 win .
Some United supporters had given Martial grief in the first-half after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Solskjaer admits he is one of the Frenchman 's biggest critics .
`` I am delighted with the week Anthony has had , '' Solskjaer said .
`` He has got his critics and I am one of his biggest , priobably .
I keep demanding different stuff from him .
`` But this week he has come up with a number nine centre forward 's goal - a header - against Chelsea .
He did everything to get the goal against Brugge ; defending , winning the ball , running through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Anthony we know more about .
The skill is just mind-blowing , sometimes the skills he shows .
But I want more from him and I 'll keep on at him . ''
Solskjaer used Martial as an example of a starter capable of offering more whilst amplifying on the omissions of Jesse Lingard and Andreas Pereira .
Lingard was excluded from the second successive Premier League matchday squad running and Pereira was dropped following a dismal display in midweek against Club Brugge .
`` We picked a squad of 18 that we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Solskjaer added .
`` Starting 11 , two defenders , two midfielders and two forwards [ on the bench ] - a wide man and a striker - that was the decision made .
`` The whole team did n't play really well against Brugge , we can only be better on Thursday [ in the return leg ] .
There is more and more competition for places , so of course your standard has to improve .
That is what I am saying about Anthony as well ; I want more from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ones who are n't playing - I want more from everyone .
`` We need to be more consistent and we need to kick on .
This week has been a good one . ''

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer still wants more from Manchester United striker Anthony Martial after his outrageous goal against Watford.
Martial scored in all three of United games against Chelsea, Club Brugge, and Watford this week to take his tally for the season to 15, and is now just two off equalling his season-best tally.
Martial's effort against Watford was an outrageous dink over Ben Foster following an impudent back heel to set up the angle that effectively clinched victory in the 3-0 win. Some United supporters had given Martial grief in the first-half after he ducked out of an aerial challenge and Solskjaer admits he is one of the Frenchman's biggest critics.
"I am delighted with the week Anthony has had," Solskjaer said. "He has got his critics and I am one of his biggest, priobably. I keep demanding different stuff from him.
"But this week he has come up with a number nine centre forward's goal - a header - against Chelsea. He did everything to get the goal against Brugge; defending, winning the ball, running through.
"And this today is the Anthony we know more about. The skill is just mind-blowing, sometimes the skills he shows. But I want more from him and I'll keep on at him."
Solskjaer used Martial as an example of a starter capable of offering more whilst amplifying on the omissions of Jesse Lingard and Andreas Pereira. Lingard was excluded from the second successive Premier League matchday squad running and Pereira was dropped following a dismal display in midweek against Club Brugge.
"We picked a squad of 18 that we felt covered all bases today," Solskjaer added. "Starting 11, two defenders, two midfielders and two forwards [on the bench] - a wide man and a striker - that was the decision made.
"The whole team didn't play really well against Brugge, we can only be better on Thursday [in the return leg]. There is more and more competition for places, so of course your standard has to improve. That is what I am saying about Anthony as well; I want more from him. It's not just the ones who aren't playing - I want more from everyone.
"We need to be more consistent and we need to kick on. This week has been a good one."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Why Bruno Fernandes reminds Manchester United manager Solskjaer of Juan Sebastian Veron

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Bruno Fernandes is a hybrid of former Manchester United midfielders Paul Scholes and Juan Sebastian Veron .
Fernandes scored his first United goal in their 3-0 defeat of Watford and has already created three others in three Premier League starts since his January transfer from Sporting Lisbon .
United paid an initial £46.6million for Fernandes , 25 , in a deal that could rise to £80m .
`` In today ’ s market I think we got a good deal , '' Solskjaer said .
`` He has come in , done really well and given @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than just getting a player in .
You can see the supporters are used to players with that personality , mentality and quality .
He 's been a big plus .
`` He has come in from day one and , first minute , felt like a presence in the group .
First training session , demanding the ball .
Some players take some time in warming up , but he felt confident straight away .
It is a bit of a mix between Scholes and Veron , to be fair , he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a lot of the quality of Scholesy . ''
Fernandes won the pivotal penalty towards the end of the first-half and converted it with a hopscotch style similar to the Chelsea midfielder Jorginho .
`` He 's been known for his set-plays , '' Solskjaer noted .
`` And he 's scored quite a few penalties and practised a few the last few days , I was n't doubting what kind of penalty he was going to do .
`` He is here now and he is one of the pieces that we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is a big piece in it and an important piece , because we are getting towards the business end of the field .
We have spent with Harry [ Maguire ] and Aaron [ Wan-Bissaka ] , who have done fantastically , and now we have got this No.10 or attacking midfield role nailed down .
Hopefully he 'll keep fit and keep producing performances .
`` He is a box-to-box midfielder .
He can do everything a midfielder can do .
Similar to Veron and Scholes .
Some games he will play @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an attacking midfielder , some games as a 10 .
He 's played every position in midfield . ''
One of Veron 's standout moments in his two years with United was a pass with the outside of his right boot for Solskjaer to finish against Deportivo la Coruna in the 2002 Champions League quarter-final second leg .
United bought Veron for a club-record £28.1m from Lazio in 2001 but the Argentinian never properly settled in Manchester and joined Chelsea in 2003 .
Fernandes can already speak good English and , like Veron @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` He is going to be a very important part and is coming in to be a very important player for us , '' Solskjaer added .
`` Because we 've needed that type of player .
He knows is coming here to play .
`` One of the good things about him is he risks the ball like Veron did .
I used to love playing with Seba because you could make runs and you 'll get the ball .
And if he does n't hit you , at least he 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's what Bruno does and that will encourage players to make more runs , because there 's not enough of them still . ''

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Bruno Fernandes is a hybrid of former Manchester United midfielders Paul Scholes and Juan Sebastian Veron.
Fernandes scored his first United goal in their 3-0 defeat of Watford and has already created three others in three Premier League starts since his January transfer from Sporting Lisbon.
United paid an initial £46.6million for Fernandes, 25, in a deal that could rise to £80m. "In today’s market I think we got a good deal," Solskjaer said. "He has come in, done really well and given everyone a boost. It means more than just getting a player in. You can see the supporters are used to players with that personality, mentality and quality. He's been a big plus.
"He has come in from day one and, first minute, felt like a presence in the group. First training session, demanding the ball. Some players take some time in warming up, but he felt confident straight away. It is a bit of a mix between Scholes and Veron, to be fair, he's got the temperament of Veron and a lot of the quality of Scholesy."
Fernandes won the pivotal penalty towards the end of the first-half and converted it with a hopscotch style similar to the Chelsea midfielder Jorginho. "He's been known for his set-plays," Solskjaer noted. "And he's scored quite a few penalties and practised a few the last few days, I wasn't doubting what kind of penalty he was going to do.
"He is here now and he is one of the pieces that we are trying to put together. He is a big piece in it and an important piece, because we are getting towards the business end of the field. We have spent with Harry [Maguire] and Aaron [Wan-Bissaka], who have done fantastically, and now we have got this No.10 or attacking midfield role nailed down. Hopefully he'll keep fit and keep producing performances.
"He is a box-to-box midfielder. He can do everything a midfielder can do. Similar to Veron and Scholes. Some games he will play in a two, some games as an attacking midfielder, some games as a 10. He's played every position in midfield."
One of Veron's standout moments in his two years with United was a pass with the outside of his right boot for Solskjaer to finish against Deportivo la Coruna in the 2002 Champions League quarter-final second leg.
United bought Veron for a club-record £28.1m from Lazio in 2001 but the Argentinian never properly settled in Manchester and joined Chelsea in 2003. Fernandes can already speak good English and, like Veron, has enjoyed an auspicious start.
"He is going to be a very important part and is coming in to be a very important player for us," Solskjaer added. "Because we've needed that type of player. He knows is coming here to play.
"One of the good things about him is he risks the ball like Veron did. I used to love playing with Seba because you could make runs and you'll get the ball. And if he doesn't hit you, at least he's looking for you.
"And that's what Bruno does and that will encourage players to make more runs, because there's not enough of them still."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Mason Greenwood hails Anthony Martial after Manchester United goal vs Watford

Mason Greenwood has hailed the abilities of Anthony Martial after he netted a superb goal for Manchester United against Watford .
The French forward scored for the third match in a row this week as he netted a brilliant goal in their 3-0 win against Nigel Pearson 's side at Old Trafford .
Martial lobbed the ball over Ben Foster from an acute angle to double United 's lead on Sunday afternoon , but his brilliant finish was no surprise to teenager Greenwood .
`` He was brilliant , '' Greenwood told MUTV of his striker partner .
`` What @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Martial just doing what he does in front of goal . ''
The 18-year-old netted his 11th goal of the season when he sealed the game with a fine third goal late in the match , and Greenwood admits he is surprised by how many times he 's found the back of the net this season .
`` I would have thought you were lying ! ''
Greenwood joked at full-time .
`` To have 11 goals is amazing .
I want more and more so I am going to carry on working @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feeling .
I am just working hard for the team really .
I am thankful for my goal and pretty sure I am going to keep on working hard to get more goals .
`` I try use both feet , whichever it comes onto really .
I just work hard and if it drops kindly on my left or right I 'm happy to take it on . ''

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Mason Greenwood has hailed the abilities of Anthony Martial after he netted a superb goal for Manchester United against Watford.
The French forward scored for the third match in a row this week as he netted a brilliant goal in their 3-0 win against Nigel Pearson's side at Old Trafford.
Martial lobbed the ball over Ben Foster from an acute angle to double United's lead on Sunday afternoon, but his brilliant finish was no surprise to teenager Greenwood.
"He was brilliant," Greenwood told MUTV of his striker partner. "What can you say, it's Anthony Martial just doing what he does in front of goal."
The 18-year-old netted his 11th goal of the season when he sealed the game with a fine third goal late in the match, and Greenwood admits he is surprised by how many times he's found the back of the net this season.
"I would have thought you were lying!" Greenwood joked at full-time. "To have 11 goals is amazing. I want more and more so I am going to carry on working hard.
"It is an amazing feeling. I am just working hard for the team really. I am thankful for my goal and pretty sure I am going to keep on working hard to get more goals.
"I try use both feet, whichever it comes onto really. I just work hard and if it drops kindly on my left or right I'm happy to take it on."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-23--Love Island stars have finally been told about Caroline Flack's death ahead of tonight's final

Love Island contestants have been informed of Caroline Flack 's tragic death ahead of tonight 's final .
The Islanders were told the news of Caroline 's passing yesterday .
The devastating news was broken to the couples off-camera for them to come to terms with the loss of the popular TV presenter , who hosted the show every series since 2015 .
The final will feature a tribute to the much-loved presenter who died last Saturday .
An ITV spokeswoman said : `` There will be a dedication to Caroline in tonight 's final episode .
`` The Islanders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Caroline off camera ahead of the final . ''
Love Island narrator Iain Stirling has been flooded with support after speaking out on the day of the final .
Iain told his followers on Twitter that it 's a 'big day today ' as the winter series of the ITV2 dating contest set in South Africa reaches its conclusion - and he paid tribute to his 'incredible ' girlfriend Laura Whitmore who presents the show .
The couple have been devastated by the death of their friend Caroline , who had stepped down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
There has been an outpouring of grief following the news that Caroline , 40 , had passed away and fans have told Iain that the popular TV presenter 'would be so proud ' of the Scottish funnyman and his girlfriend over the past week .
Iain tweeted : `` Big day today .
It ’ s the final of @ LoveIsland .
I hope you all tune in .
`` The contestants have been amazing this year .
So a huge well done to all of them , the team that make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ course @ thewhitmore for being more incredible than I could have ever imagined .
X '' Iain , who worked with Caroline on the show since 2015 , opened Monday night 's episode with a sombre message dedicated to Caroline and her friends and family following the heartbreaking news .
Iain said : `` We are all absolutely devastated by the tragic news that Caroline , a much loved member of our Love Island family has passed away .
“ Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this dreadful time .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the very start of Love Island and her passion , warmth and infectious enthusiasm were a crucial part of what made the show connect with millions of viewers.
” '' Like many of you , right now we ’ re all just trying to come to terms with what ’ s happened .
Read more of today 's top stories here '' My only hope is that we can all try to be kinder , always show love and listen to one another.
” Show bosses cancelled last Saturday and Sunday night 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the show the following evening .
Laura , 34 , took over from Caroline as host of ITV 's flagship dating show and previously said her friend had 'pushed ' her for the role .
`` She has been very kind to me and strongly pushed me for this role , '' she explained .
An ITV spokeswoman previously said that following Caroline 's death the 'door had been left open ' for her return to the show .
They said : `` Everyone at ITV is absolutely devastated and still trying to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was part of Love Island from the very beginning and her passion , dedication and boundless energy contributed to the show ’ s success .
`` After Caroline stepped down from the show ITV made it clear that the door was left open for her to return and the Love Island production team remained in regular contact with her and continued to offer support over the last few months . ''
Caroline had presented all series of Love Island , one of the most watched reality shows in the UK since it launched @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spin-off Aftersun since 2017 .
In tonight 's final are Siânnise Fudge and Luke Trotman , Finley Tapp and Paige Turley , Jess Gale and Ched Uzor and Demi Jones and Luke Mabbott .
The final is screened tonight at 9pm .

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Love Island contestants have been informed of Caroline Flack's tragic death ahead of tonight's final.
The Islanders were told the news of Caroline's passing yesterday.
The devastating news was broken to the couples off-camera for them to come to terms with the loss of the popular TV presenter, who hosted the show every series since 2015.
The final will feature a tribute to the much-loved presenter who died last Saturday.
An ITV spokeswoman said: "There will be a dedication to Caroline in tonight's final episode.
"The Islanders have been informed of the news of Caroline off camera ahead of the final."
(Image: ITV)
Love Island narrator Iain Stirling has been flooded with support after speaking out on the day of the final.
Iain told his followers on Twitter that it's a 'big day today' as the winter series of the ITV2 dating contest set in South Africa reaches its conclusion - and he paid tribute to his 'incredible' girlfriend Laura Whitmore who presents the show.
The couple have been devastated by the death of their friend Caroline, who had stepped down from presenting the winter programme in December.
There has been an outpouring of grief following the news that Caroline, 40, had passed away and fans have told Iain that the popular TV presenter 'would be so proud' of the Scottish funnyman and his girlfriend over the past week.
Iain tweeted: "Big day today. It’s the final of @LoveIsland. I hope you all tune in.
(Image: ITV)
"The contestants have been amazing this year. So a huge well done to all of them, the team that make the show what it is and of course @thewhitmore for being more incredible than I could have ever imagined. X"
Iain, who worked with Caroline on the show since 2015, opened Monday night's episode with a sombre message dedicated to Caroline and her friends and family following the heartbreaking news.
Iain said: "We are all absolutely devastated by the tragic news that Caroline, a much loved member of our Love Island family has passed away.
(Image: ITV)
“Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this dreadful time.
"Caroline and me were together from the very start of Love Island and her passion, warmth and infectious enthusiasm were a crucial part of what made the show connect with millions of viewers.”
"Like many of you, right now we’re all just trying to come to terms with what’s happened.
"My only hope is that we can all try to be kinder, always show love and listen to one another.”
Show bosses cancelled last Saturday and Sunday night's episodes and paid tribute to Caroline on the show the following evening.
Laura, 34, took over from Caroline as host of ITV's flagship dating show and previously said her friend had 'pushed' her for the role.
(Image: ITV)
"She has been very kind to me and strongly pushed me for this role," she explained.
An ITV spokeswoman previously said that following Caroline's death the 'door had been left open' for her return to the show.
They said: "Everyone at ITV is absolutely devastated and still trying to process this tragic news.
"Caroline was part of Love Island from the very beginning and her passion, dedication and boundless energy contributed to the show’s success.
"After Caroline stepped down from the show ITV made it clear that the door was left open for her to return and the Love Island production team remained in regular contact with her and continued to offer support over the last few months."
Caroline had presented all series of Love Island, one of the most watched reality shows in the UK since it launched in 2015, as well as its spin-off Aftersun since 2017.
In tonight's final are Siânnise Fudge and Luke Trotman, Finley Tapp and Paige Turley, Jess Gale and Ched Uzor and Demi Jones and Luke Mabbott.
The final is screened tonight at 9pm.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-24--Man taken to hospital with serious injuries after M56 crash which caused long rush-hour delays

A man is seriously injured in hospital after a crash on the M56 earlier this morning .
Three cars were involved in a smash on the westbound stretch of the motorway between junctions three and four at around 6am .
Paramedics and fire crews attended alongside police and the motorway was closed completely for a time between the Sharston Interchange and Simonsway .
A 38 year-old man was seriously injured in the incident Greater Manchester Police have now confirmed .
In a statement the force said said : `` Police were called at around 6am today , Monday 24 February @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three cars on the M56 between junction two and three .
`` A 38-year-old man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries where he remains in a stable condition .
`` No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing . ''
There was damage caused to the central reservation and two out of four lanes are still closed in both directions whilst repairs are being carried out police added .
During rush hour delays stretched back several miles onto Princess Parkway and Princess Road in south Manchester with drivers saying they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over an hour .
Transport for Greater Manchester advised people to try and find other routes if heading south of the city centre .
Any witnesses or anyone information about this incident should contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 0412 of 24/02/2020 .
Alternatively , details can be passed on anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .

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A man is seriously injured in hospital after a crash on the M56 earlier this morning.
Three cars were involved in a smash on the westbound stretch of the motorway between junctions three and four at around 6am.
Paramedics and fire crews attended alongside police and the motorway was closed completely for a time between the Sharston Interchange and Simonsway.
A 38 year-old man was seriously injured in the incident Greater Manchester Police have now confirmed.
In a statement the force said said: "Police were called at around 6am today, Monday 24 February, to reports of a collision involving three cars on the M56 between junction two and three.
(Image: Transport for Greater Manchester)
"A 38-year-old man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries where he remains in a stable condition.
"No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing."
There was damage caused to the central reservation and two out of four lanes are still closed in both directions whilst repairs are being carried out police added.
During rush hour delays stretched back several miles onto Princess Parkway and Princess Road in south Manchester with drivers saying they had been stuck in the jams for over an hour.
Transport for Greater Manchester advised people to try and find other routes if heading south of the city centre.
Any witnesses or anyone information about this incident should contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 0412 of 24/02/2020. Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-24--Bolton cinema deals and ticket prices for Light, Cineworld and Vue

Film fans have three main cinema options in Bolton .
Light Cinema Bolton is located right at the heart of the town centre inside the Market Place Shopping Centre .
Cineworld Bolton sits in The Valley , Eagerly Brook Way , close by eateries including Frankie & Benny 's and Sai Spice .
And at Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park , visitors will find Vue Bolton which features screens with extra legroom , reclining leather seats and individual tables .
Standard ticket prices for adults range from £8.99 to £10.95 , with child tickets ranging from £5.75 to 7.99 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that allow cinema-goers to get their hands on a cheaper ticket .
As well as 'unlimited cards ' that allow cardholders to watch an unlimited amount of films a month , some cinemas also offer special promotions where tickets can cost as little as £2.49 .
Here 's everything you need to know about ticket prices and money-saving offers at the Light Cinema , Cineworld and Vue in Bolton .
Where is it ?
Prices for peak times ( Saturday and Sunday , after 5pm on Friday and Bank Holidays ) : Prices @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after noon , Friday from noon to 5pm , and Sunday after 5pm ) : If you 're watching a 3D film , a pair of re-usable 3D glasses will cost you £1.50 each .
If you visit Light Cinema from Monday to Friday before noon all tickets are priced at £5 .
The Light also offers an infinity card that gives cardholders access to an unlimited number of films a month along with 25pc off food and drink ( excluding alcohol ) for £16.95 a month .
Where is it ?
Below @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bolton .
Family ( 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children ) - £23 If you the £5.95 annual fee for a Cineworld Plus card regular ticket prices are discounted to the following prices : Family ( 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children ) - £21 An unlimited card gives cardholders unlimited access to films , 10pc off snacks and drinks and preview screenings of upcoming releases .
An unlimited card costs £18.40 per month or £220.80 for an annual subscription .
Where is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The Linkway , Mansell Way , Bolton BL6 6HJ Mini Mornings - Get tickets for children and adults for £2.49 each at Mini Mornings viewings every Saturday and Sunday from 10am .
Super Mondays - On Super Mondays , cinema goers can watch a film at a discounted price .
All you have to do is create an account with Vue , visit the Vue Super Mondays page and click in the Super Days box to reveal your code .

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Film fans have three main cinema options in Bolton.
Light Cinema Bolton is located right at the heart of the town centre inside the Market Place Shopping Centre.
Cineworld Bolton sits in The Valley, Eagerly Brook Way, close by eateries including Frankie & Benny's and Sai Spice.
And at Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park, visitors will find Vue Bolton which features screens with extra legroom, reclining leather seats and individual tables.
Standard ticket prices for adults range from £8.99 to £10.95, with child tickets ranging from £5.75 to 7.99, but there are also plenty of deals that allow cinema-goers to get their hands on a cheaper ticket.
As well as 'unlimited cards' that allow cardholders to watch an unlimited amount of films a month, some cinemas also offer special promotions where tickets can cost as little as £2.49.
Here's everything you need to know about ticket prices and money-saving offers at the Light Cinema, Cineworld and Vue in Bolton.
Light Cinema Bolton
Where is it?
Market Place Shopping Centre, Bolton, BL1 2AL
Ticket prices
Prices for peak times (Saturday and Sunday, after 5pm on Friday and Bank Holidays):
Adult (18+) - £9.50
Child (17 or under) - £7.50
Student (photo ID required) - £7.50
Blue Light (membership card required) - £7.50
Senior (60+) - £7.50
Family of 4 (2 or 3 children) - £30
Family of 3 (1 or 2 children) - £23
Prices for off-peak times (Monday to Thursday after noon, Friday from noon to 5pm, and Sunday after 5pm):
Adult (18+) - £7.95
Child (17 or under) - £5.95
Student (photo ID required) - £5.95
Blue Light (membership card required) - £5.95
Senior (60+) - £5.95
Family of 4 (2 or 3 children) - £24
Family of 3 (1 or 2 children) - £18
If you're watching a 3D film, a pair of re-usable 3D glasses will cost you £1.50 each.
Cinema deals
If you visit Light Cinema from Monday to Friday before noon all tickets are priced at £5.
This offer excludes Bank Holidays and Meerkat offers.
The Light also offers an infinity card that gives cardholders access to an unlimited number of films a month along with 25pc off food and drink (excluding alcohol) for £16.95 a month.
Cineworld Bolton
Where is it?
The Valley, 15 Eagley Brook Way, Bolton BL1 8TS
Ticket prices
Below are the regular ticket prices for Cineworld Bolton.
Adult - £10.95
Child - £5.75
Family (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children) - £23
Senior - £8.95
Student - £8.95
Cinema deals
If you the £5.95 annual fee for a Cineworld Plus card regular ticket prices are discounted to the following prices:
Adult - £9.93
Child - £5.25
Family (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children) - £21
Senior - £8.13
Student - £8.13
An unlimited card gives cardholders unlimited access to films, 10pc off snacks and drinks and preview screenings of upcoming releases.
An unlimited card costs £18.40 per month or £220.80 for an annual subscription.
Vue Cinema Bolton
Where is it?
Middlebrook Leisure Park Off, The Linkway, Mansell Way, Bolton BL6 6HJ
Ticket prices
Adult - £8.99
Child - £8.99 (and £7.99 during off-peak times)
Teen - £8.99
Student - £8.99
Senior - £8.99
Family x 4 - £35.96
Cinema deals
Mini Mornings- Get tickets for children and adults for £2.49 each at Mini Mornings viewings every Saturday and Sunday from 10am.
Super Mondays - On Super Mondays, cinema goers can watch a film at a discounted price.
All you have to do is create an account with Vue, visit the Vue Super Mondays page and click in the Super Days box to reveal your code.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-24--The Vaults Bolton guide: Opening times, parking, shops and restaurants

The Vaults are situated in the basement area of popular shopping attraction Bolton Market Place .
Making up part of the original Market Halls , they were uncovered during the Market Place 's big renovation and have now been refitted with popular shops , restaurants and eateries .
The Vaults now hold 37 shops including Debenhams , JD , Zara , Hotel Chocolat , H & M , Foot Asylum New Look .
And there are 14 dining and drinking option to choose from , from Greggs and Nando 's to Prezzo and Eight Cafe .
And for craft beer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Beers & Ciders .
Despite the stylish refurbishment making the basement a top shopping and leisure destination , visitors are still able to see individual marks left by the stonemasons involved in their construction .
Here 's everything you need to know if you 're planning a trip to the Vaults - including opening times , where to park and the shops , restaurants and eateries you 'll find there .
Where to find The Vaults The Vaults are located in the basement of the Market Place , BL1 2AR Shop from 9am @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 11am to 11pm Prices : 1 hour - £1.80 , 1 to 2 hours - £3.60 , 2 to 4 hours - £4.60 , 4 to 24 hours - £8.60 , Sunday £1.60 , night rate ( 6pm to 8am ) - £1.60 Prices : 1 hour - £1.80 , 1 to 2 hours - £3.10 , 2 to 24 hours - £4.10 , Sunday £1.60 , night rate ( 6pm to 8am ) - £1.60 Prices : 1 hour - £1.10 , 1 to 2 hours - £2.10 , 2 to 3 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hours - £4.10 , Saturday - free , Sunday - free , Bank Holiday - free

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The Vaults are situated in the basement area of popular shopping centre Bolton Market Place.
Making up part of the original Market Halls, they were uncovered during the Market Place's big renovation and have now been refitted with restaurants and leisure attractions.
The Market Place shopping centre itself has 37 shops including Debenhams, JD, Zara, Hotel Chocolat, H&M, Foot Asylum New Look.
Down in the Vaults, dining options include Fazz's Indian Kitchen, craft beer and cider bar Great Ale, Cadar Chimney Cakes, Pepe's Piri Piri Grill, Nando's and Prezzo, as well as new pie pop-up Empieor.
Despite the stylish refurbishment making the basement a top shopping and leisure destination, visitors are still able to see individual marks left by the stonemasons involved in their construction.
Here's everything you need to know if you're planning a trip to the Vaults - including opening times, where to park and the shops, restaurants and eateries you'll find there.
Where to find The Vaults
The Vaults are located in the basement of the Market Place, BL1 2AR
Opening times
Shop from 9am to 6pm, eat and relax from 11am to 11pm
Where to park
Bolton Central Street
Opening times: Monday to Sunday 24hr
Prices: 1 hour - £1.80, 1 to 2 hours - £3.60, 2 to 4 hours - £4.60, 4 to 24 hours - £8.60, Sunday £1.60, night rate (6pm to 8am) - £1.60
Spaces: 145 with 11 disabled bays and 11 wide bays
A four-minute walk away via Deansgate
NCP All Saints' Street East
Opening times: Monday to Sunday 24hr
Prices: 1 hour - £1.80, 1 to 2 hours - £3.10, 2 to 24 hours - £4.10, Sunday £1.60, night rate (6pm to 8am) - £1.60
Spaces: 89 with 2 disabled bays and 8 wide bays
A six-minute walk away via St George's Road
NCP Car Park Bolton Topp Way (Duke Street)
Opening times: Monday to Sunday 24hr
Prices: 1 hour - £1.10, 1 to 2 hours - £2.10, 2 to 3 hours - £3.10, 3 to 24 hours - £4.10, Saturday - free, Sunday - free, Bank Holiday - free
Spaces: 794 with 48 disabled bays
A seven-minute walk away via Knowsley Street
(Image: The Vaults, Bolton)
Shops at Bolton Market Place
Bodycare
Boots
Cake and Decorate
Calendar Club
Cargo
Carters Jewellers
Claire's
Clarks
Dajan Organics
Daniel Christian Menswear
Debenhams
Emes Furnishings
Ernest Jones Love & Life
Foot Asylum
Glassy Garden
H. Samuel
H&M
Hotel Chocolat
JD
Luvyababes
Macarina Brow & Beauty Studio
Mobile Boss
New Look
Smiggle
Smokers Exit Electronic Cigarettes
Tessuti
The Body Shop
The Entertainer
The Perfume Shop
Topman
Topshop
Trust Music
TUI
Vina Nail Art
Vision Express
Yours
Zara
Restaurants at The Vaults and the rest of the Market Place


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-24--Jason Manford announces three Manchester dates on massive UK and Ireland tour

Jason Manford will return to the stage next year with a huge tour of the UK and Ireland .
The Like Me tour will see the Salford comedian perform three dates in Manchester , including a huge homecoming show at the Manchester Arena to wrap up the tour .
The 99-date tour will kick off in February 2021 , bringing Manford to Manchester in March and again in October .
He 'll play two shows at the O2 Apollo on March 19 and March 20 , before the tour culminates at the Arena on October 23 , 2021 .
These @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester since his Muddle Class tour back in 2018 .
In the meantime , he 's starred on The Masked Singer as Hedgehog , presented BBC 's First & Last , and starred in the musical Curtains .
Jason said : `` After the fun we had on my last tour ‘ Muddle Class ’ , I ’ m excited to get back on the road with my new stand-up show ‘ Like Me ’ .
`` In these trying times , it ’ s always important to be able to get away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the old chuckle muscle !
`` So , I ’ m coming to a venue near you in 2021 , so we can have a good laugh together .
See you then ! ''
Jason Manford 's Like Me tour will take him right across the UK and Ireland - other dates in the north west include Blackpool 's Grand Theatre ( February 28 ) , Warrington 's Parr Hall ( March 17 and 18 ) , Blackburn 's King George 's Hall ( May 15 ) and Liverpool 's M & S @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sale on Friday February 28 through Ticketmaster .

Jason Manford will return to the stage next year with a huge tour of the UK and Ireland.
The Like Me tour will see the Salford comedian perform three dates in Manchester, including a huge homecoming show at the Manchester Arena to wrap up the tour.
The 99-date tour will kick off in February 2021, bringing Manford to Manchester in March and again in October.
He'll play two shows at the O2 Apollo on March 19 and March 20, before the tour culminates at the Arena on October 23, 2021.
These will be his first live shows in Manchester since his Muddle Class tour back in 2018.
(Image: ITV)
In the meantime, he's starred on The Masked Singer as Hedgehog, presented BBC's First & Last, and starred in the musical Curtains.
Jason said: "After the fun we had on my last tour ‘Muddle Class’, I’m excited to get back on the road with my new stand-up show ‘Like Me’.
"In these trying times, it’s always important to be able to get away for a couple of hours and exercise the old chuckle muscle!
"So, I’m coming to a venue near you in 2021, so we can have a good laugh together. See you then!"
Jason Manford's Like Me tour will take him right across the UK and Ireland - other dates in the north west include Blackpool's Grand Theatre (February 28), Warrington's Parr Hall (March 17 and 18), Blackburn's King George's Hall (May 15) and Liverpool's M&S Bank Arena.
Tickets will go on sale on Friday February 28 through Ticketmaster.
The Manchester tour dates are:
19 March 2021 - Manchester O2 Apollo Theatre
20 March 2021 - Manchester O2 Apollo Theatre
23 October 2021 - Manchester Arena


themanchestereveningnews--2020-02-24--Middlebrook Retail Park shops, parking and opening times for Asda, JD Sports, M&S

Popular shopping attraction Middlebrook in Bolton is the largest retail and leisure park in the UK .
Situated by the University of Bolton Stadium - home of Bolton Wanderers Football Club- the retail complex holds more than 40 stores and 19 dining options .
From homeware to clothing to electronics , shoppers have access to brands including Bensons for Beds , Curry 's PC World , Dreams , Furniture Village , JD , Laura Ashley , Next , Sofology , Sports Direct and more .
The park is also home to restaurants and eateries including KFC , McDonald 's , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TGI Fridays .
And as well as shopping and dining options , the retail park also holds several entertainment venues including USN Bolton Arena , Hollywood Bowl and Vue cinema .
Here 's everything you need to know about Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park including where to park , what you 'll find there , an extensive store list including individual store opening times , general facilities and accessibility information .
There are 23 parent and child bays located outside of Asda and Boots .
For motorbike owners , there is a designated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There are three electrical vehicle points with two fast chargers and one rapid one ( which can provide a full charge in 30 mins ) .
These charging points can be found under the car deck near the Asda filling station .
From Monday to Friday between 7am and 6pm parking is limited to a maximum of six hours .
This is the only time parking is restricted .
Individual store opening hours vary but the general opening hours are as follows : Here 's the full list of the shops visitors will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as well as each store 's individual opening and closing times : Monday to Friday - 10am to 7pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 10.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday - 6am to midnight , Saturday - 6am to 10pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 8.30am @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6.30pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 7pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 7pm , Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 10am to 7pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Saturday - 9am to 8pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9.30am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 10am to 5pm Monday to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 10am to 5pm Monday to Saturday - 8am to 8pm , Sunday - 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday - 9.30am to 9pm , Saturday - 9am to 9pm , Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 9pm , Saturday - 9am to 8pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9.15am to 6.30pm , Saturday - 9.15am to 5pm , Sunday - 11am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm , Saturday - 9.30am to 6pm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 8am to 7pm , Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8.30pm , Saturday - 9am to 8pm , Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 10am to 7.30pm , Saturday - 9.30am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 8pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 7pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 10.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm , Saturday - 10am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 8am to 8pm , Saturday - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 7pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm , Saturday - 6am to 6pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8.30pm , Saturday - 9am to 6.30pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday and Tuesday - 9.30am to 8pm , Wednesday to Friday 9.30am to 6pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 7pm , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Friday - 10am to 8pm , Saturday - 10am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm , Saturday - 9am to 6pm , Sunday - 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 8pm , Saturday - 8.30am to 6pm , Sunday - 10.30am to 4.30pm See the full list below to find out what dining options are available at the retail park .
As well as shopping and dining options , the retail park also holds several entertainment venues including USN Bolton Arena @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Middlebrook car park has 157 disabled parking bays and has good access facilities throughout the site .
Visitors should note that the retail park does not offer a Shopmobility service .
You can contact Middlebrook Retail & Leisure park on 01204 673100 or info @ middlebrook.co.uk

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Popular shopping attraction Middlebrook in Bolton is the largest retail and leisure park in the UK.
Situated by the University of Bolton Stadium - home of Bolton Wanderers Football Club- the retail complex holds more than 40 stores and 19 dining options.
From homeware to clothing to electronics, shoppers have access to brands including Bensons for Beds, Curry's PC World, Dreams, Furniture Village, JD, Laura Ashley, Next, Sofology, Sports Direct and more.
The park is also home to restaurants and eateries including KFC, McDonald's, Nando's, Wagamama, Subway and TGI Fridays.
And as well as shopping and dining options, the retail park also holds several entertainment venues including USN Bolton Arena, Hollywood Bowl and Vue cinema.
Here's everything you need to know about Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park including where to park, what you'll find there, an extensive store list including individual store opening times, general facilities and accessibility information.
Where to find Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park
37 The Linkway, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6JA
Where to park
Middlebrook's car park has 3,000 spaces including 157 disabled bays.
There are 23 parent and child bays located outside of Asda and Boots.
For motorbike owners, there is a designated parking area located outside JD Sports.
There are three electrical vehicle points with two fast chargers and one rapid one (which can provide a full charge in 30 mins). These charging points can be found under the car deck near the Asda filling station.
From Monday to Friday between 7am and 6pm parking is limited to a maximum of six hours. This is the only time parking is restricted.
General opening hours
Individual store opening hours vary but the general opening hours are as follows:
Monday - 9am to 8pm
Tuesday - 9am to 8pm
Wednesday - 9am to 8pm
Thursday - 9am to 8pm
Friday - 9am to 8pm
Middlebrook shops
Here's the full list of the shops visitors will find at Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park as well as each store's individual opening and closing times:
Americangolf
Monday to Friday - 10am to 7pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Argos
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 10.30am to 4.30pm
Asda
Monday to Friday - 6am to midnight, Saturday - 6am to 10pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Bensons for Beds
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Boots
Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 8.30pm, Saturday - 8.30amam to 6.30pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Bolton Wanderers
Monday to Saturday - 9am to 5.30pm, Sunday - closed
Card Factory
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 7pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Carphone Warehouse
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Clarks
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 7pm, Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm
Currys PC World
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
DFS
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Dreams
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
EE
Monday to Friday - 10am to 7pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Foot Asylum
Monday to Saturday - 9am to 8pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Furniture Village
Monday to Friday - 9.30am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Halfords
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 10am to 5pm
Harveys
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 10am to 5pm
Homebase
Monday to Saturday - 8am to 8pm, Sunday - 10am to 4pm
Hurley
Monday to Friday - 9.30am to 9pm, Saturday - 9am to 9pm, Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm
JD
Monday to Friday - 9am to 9pm, Saturday - 9am to 8pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Kia Motors
Monday to Friday - 9.15am to 6.30pm, Saturday - 9.15am to 5pm, Sunday - 11am to 4.30pm
Laura Ashley
Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm, Saturday - 9.30am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Marks and Spencers
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 8am to 7pm, Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm
Next, Costa, Paperchase and Lipsy
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8.30pm, Saturday - 9am to 8pm, Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm
O2
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm
Oak Furniture Village
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 10.30am to 5pm
Pagazzi
Monday to Friday - 10am to 7.30pm, Saturday - 9.30am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Pets at Home
Monday to Saturday - 10am to 8pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
River Island
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 7pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
SCS
Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Smyths
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 10.30am to 4.30pm
Sofology
Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm, Saturday - 10am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Specsavers
Monday to Friday - 8am to 8pm, Saturday - 8am to 7pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Sport Direct
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 7pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Star Plan
Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm, Saturday - 6am to 6pm
Superdrug
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8.30pm, Saturday - 9am to 6.30pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Tapi Carpets
Monday and Tuesday - 9.30am to 8pm, Wednesday to Friday 9.30am to 6pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
T.K. Maxx and Home Sense
Monday to Friday - 9am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 7pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
TOG24
Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm, Saturday - 10am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
TUI
Monday to Friday - 10am to 8pm, Saturday - 9am to 6pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Wilko
Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 8pm, Saturday - 8.30am to 6pm, Sunday - 10.30am to 4.30pm
Restaurants and eateries
See the full list below to find out what dining options are available at the retail park.
Abacus Oriental Restaurant
Ask Italian
Bella Italia
Chiquito
Coast to Coast
Costa
Greggs
Harvester
KFC
Luciano's
M&S
McDonald's
Missoula
Nando's
Pizza Hut
Starbucks
Subway
TGI Fridays
Wagamama
Entertainment
As well as shopping and dining options, the retail park also holds several entertainment venues including USN Bolton Arena, Hollywood Bowl and Vue cinema.
Facilities
Middlebrook features the following customer facilities:
Lost property
Toilets and parent and baby facility
Cash points
Post box
Photo booths
Accessibility information
Middlebrook car park has 157 disabled parking bays and has good access facilities throughout the site.
Middlebrook also holds guide dog training on a weekly basis.
Visitors should note that the retail park does not offer a Shopmobility service.
Contact Middlebrook
You can contact Middlebrook Retail & Leisure park on 01204 673100 or info@middlebrook.co.uk