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April 2026 Page 13 AD SALES 01204 478812 WE SELL RECYCLED FURNITURE AND FURNISHINGS ALL AT VERY COMPETITIVE PRICES TO DONATE YOUR GOODS AND ARRANGE A FREE COLLECTION CALL 01204 398056 Opening Times: Monday-Friday 9.00am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 4pm DERBY BARRACKS, FLETCHER STREET, BOLTON BL3 6NF www.emmaus-bolton.org.uk • info@emmausbolton.org.uk GARDEN CENTRE Come along for all your bedding plants and more! CHARLIE Dimmock, one of Britain’s best-known gardeners, is heading to the Chorley Flower Show this summer. She is one of the special guests lined up for this year’s big event at Astley Park, which will run from Friday July 31 to Sunday August 2. Having first come to the nation’s attention on BBC1’s incredibly popular Ground Force, Charlie has gone on to present a range of pro- grammes including Gar- den Invaders. At Chorley Flower Show, visitors can look forward to inspiring talks from Char- lie, along with the chance to meet her. Crowd favourites Jonathan Moseley, Martin Fish and Jill Fish will also return to the show this year, sharing their top tips and delivering hands on demonstrations at The Potting Shed Garden The- atre throughout all three days of the show. Organiser Chorley Coun- cil says that “exciting news” about more special guests is expected to be announced soon. Peter Wilson, council deputy leader, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming special guests from the world of gardening, along with an outstanding lineup of attractions at this year’s Chorley Flower Show. “Whether you’re a gar- dening enthusiast, a flower fanatic, or want a great, enter- taining day or weekend out, get your early bird tickets for Chorley Flower Show.” In addition to special guests, visitors can expect spectacular show gardens and floral displays, competitions, workshops, horticultural and lifestyle stalls. And the show goes way beyond horticulture, with an array of food and drink and an outstanding range of enter- tainment for all the family to enjoy. Tickets are now on sale at the discounted early bird price and also include entry to the Grade I listed Astley Hall, which provides a stunning backdrop for the show in its eleventh year. For more information visit chorleyflowershow.com , or fol- low Chorley Flower Show on Facebook or Instagram. A BOLTON care worker’s dedication was awarded with an invitation to meet the King and Queen. Ruth Pitchford, 28, paid a special visit to Windsor Cas- tle, organised in recognition of her work helping people gain their independence for Bolton Council. The event celebrated the vital role played by carers across the country and rec- ognised individuals who go above and beyond in support- ing the sector. Ruth was one of a handful of carers nominated for the event for by her union GMB for her “dedication, commit- ment and tireless work”. Royal date for Ruth A blooming great line-up! Popular choice: Gardener and TV personality Charlie Dimmock (Photo credit: Chorley Council)