Chernobyl Children's Project (UK) West Pennine Branch Gallery http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/ 22 rows en-gb 60 Farewell Party (2006) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1051306.html The Farewell Party at Fran & Lynette's Sunday 13 August 2006: The Farewell Party at Fran & Lynette's

Goal! Bounce! Saved! Boing! Ooof! Sproing! Aaarrrggghhh! Natasha giving her thank you speach A present for the group Stuart was signed!

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]]> Sun Aug 13 2006 Cowm Watersports (2006) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1046367.html An afternoon at Cowm Reservoir getting wet! Tuesday 8 August 2006: An afternoon at Cowm Reservoir getting wet!

Lets get the obligatory embarrassing picture of Stuart out of the way at the very beginning

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]]> Tue Aug 8 2006 Fun & Games Evening http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1036101.html An evening of fun & silly games. Thanks to Stuart Carmichael for stepping in to do the photography. Saturday 29 July 2006: An evening of fun & silly games. Thanks to Stuart Carmichael for stepping in to do the photography.

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]]> Sat Jul 29 2006 Climb Rochdale http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1035037.html An afternoon spent on climbing walls & abseiling! Friday 28 July 2006: An afternoon spent on climbing walls & abseiling!

All kitted up and ready to go Climbing Abseiling

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]]> Fri Jul 28 2006 Bolton Mountain Rescue Team (2006) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1034109.html Once again our good friends at the Bolton Mountain Rescue Team provided a great day out for the kids on the moors above Bolton. We were treated to a run up Winter Hill (complete with blues & twos) and in the shadow of the TV transmitter, two 'casualties' were rescued and brought back to the Landrovers. This was all followed by an excellent lunch at Ladybridge Hall. Our thanks, as always, to the crew at BMRT, and to the catering staff at Ladybridge Hall. Thursday 27 July 2006: Once again our good friends at the Bolton Mountain Rescue Team provided a great day out for the kids on the moors above Bolton. We were treated to a run up Winter Hill (complete with blues & twos) and in the shadow of the TV transmitter, two 'casualties' were rescued and brought back to the Landrovers. This was all followed by an excellent lunch at Ladybridge Hall. Our thanks, as always, to the crew at BMRT, and to the catering staff at Ladybridge Hall.

The group assemble at BMRT HQ. Chi, the rescue dog, has unfortunately recently suffered a nasty accident (hence the collar & leg brace). We all wish Chi a speedy recovery. And again at the top of Winter Hill Two casualties with 'broken' legs. Oscar nominations are due. The rescue party arrives. Preparing the stretcher Loading casualty number 1... ...followed by casualty number 2 And they're off. Over the moorland... ...and onto the track A stretcher bearer changeover And safely back at the Landrovers A new range... ...of bonnet ornaments Natasha couldn't resist posing!

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]]> Thu Jul 27 2006 At The Reservoir http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1033156.html A subgroup of the children visited the reservoir above the Shepherds Rest Inn for a paddle and a game with the frizbee. Wednesday 26 July 2006: A subgroup of the children visited the reservoir above the Shepherds Rest Inn for a paddle and a game with the frizbee.

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]]> Wed Jul 26 2006 Southport Pleasure Beach (2006) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1032344.html Our annual visit to Southport. As usual when I'm prowling with the camera, the kids become invisible quite easily. However, look out for Natasha's scream! Tuesday 25 July 2006: Our annual visit to Southport. As usual when I'm prowling with the camera, the kids become invisible quite easily. However, look out for Natasha's scream!

On the runaway mine ride On the runaway mine ride It starts off close to the ground... ...but then gets quite high! On the runaway mine ride On the runaway mine ride Natasha & Eugene - Do they know what's in store? Natasha 'enjoying' Traumatizer On the way home, a group of... ...very knackered... ...host parents. Not to mention... ...the kids. More sleepy adults... ...and children.

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]]> Tue Jul 25 2006 Welcome Party (2006) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1030907.html The 2006 welcome party at Bob & Helen's. Unfortunately I forgot my camera, so Jaz came to the rescue by lending me hers. These are all scans from film original, so the sizes & resolutions may not be consistent. Wednesday 19 July 2006: The 2006 welcome party at Bob & Helen's. Unfortunately I forgot my camera, so Jaz came to the rescue by lending me hers. These are all scans from film original, so the sizes & resolutions may not be consistent.

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]]> Wed Jul 19 2006 Sports Evening at Todmorden Sports Centre http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1028335.html An afternoon of table tennis, badminton and football at the Todmorden Sports Centre. Followed by tea at the Shepherds Rest in Lumbutts. Friday 21 July 2006: An afternoon of table tennis, badminton and football at the Todmorden Sports Centre. Followed by tea at the Shepherds Rest in Lumbutts.

Table tennis knockouts The penalty shootout competition The host parents spectate It was a hot afternoon Tea at the Shepherd's Rest, Lumbutts Presenting the prizes And a little something for the chef

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]]> Fri Jul 21 2006 Miscellaneous (2006) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c1024452.html Assorted pictures from the 2006 visit that don't fit anywhere else. Monday 17 July 2006: Assorted pictures from the 2006 visit that don't fit anywhere else.

The kids arrive for the 2006 holiday. Once again, transport has been generously provided by James Lewis Travel of Rochdale

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]]> Mon Jul 17 2006 Cathryn's Marathon http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c924616.html On 15th April, Cathryn Clausnitzer & Helen Dinsdale ran a marathon raising money for the CCP and a local autism charity. Dieter Clausnitzer joined in for the second half of the marathon. Saturday 15 April 2006: On 15th April, Cathryn Clausnitzer & Helen Dinsdale ran a marathon raising money for the CCP and a local autism charity. Dieter Clausnitzer joined in for the second half of the marathon.

Starting the last lap of the park Nearly there!

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]]> Sat Apr 15 2006 Farewell Party (2005) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c661187.html The 2005 farewell party at Bob & Helen Cross'. It hardly seems like a month that the kids have been here, but shortly we'll have to say good-bye. Sunday 21 August 2005: The 2005 farewell party at Bob & Helen Cross'. It hardly seems like a month that the kids have been here, but shortly we'll have to say good-bye.

In the pool In the pool Beside the pool The adults congregate Having a kick about Anyone for tennis? Splash! Introducing Bronte the dog Splash! Splash! Congregating on the swings Honesht Occifer, we didnsht drink all of thish! A tennis star in the making? Giving it some welly! Footies not just for the boys! I've got a cake! Strolling in the garden Wrestling in the garden Stuart & the boys Da Boyz

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]]> Sun Aug 21 2005 Cowm Reservoir (2005) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c658645.html Water banana & doughnuts. All the kids taking a dip in Cowm reservoir on our annual watersports trip Friday 19 August 2005: Water banana & doughnuts. All the kids taking a dip in Cowm reservoir on our annual watersports trip

The first banana ready to go Hiding on the boat And they're off! On the water... ...and in the water The second load Bit bumpy... ...isn't it Riding along on the crest of the wave Going... ...going... ...gone! Yet more willing volunteers On the banana... ...and off... ...again! Natasha after a dunking The last banana riders And another soaking Launch the doughnuts They go... ...quite fast... ...don't they! More doughnuts Hitting the wash of the boat More doughnut shots Another doughnut launches More doughnut shots Hold on tight! Another launch Natasha putting a brave face on it before launch Natasha being launched. Unfortunately, we couldn't capture the screams. However, if you were anywhere near Whitworth at the time, you probably heard them anyway!

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]]> Fri Aug 19 2005 Skylight Circus http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c651081.html Learning circus skills with the Skylight Circus troupe. Pictures courtesy of and (C) group members who were present. Wednesday 10 August 2005: Learning circus skills with the Skylight Circus troupe. Pictures courtesy of and (C) group members who were present.

On stilts - (C) Stuart Carmichael Natasha on a unicycle - (C) Jackie Barber Stuart walking the tightrope - (C) Jackie Barber On the bar - (C) Stuart Carmichael Time for a nap? - (C) Stuart Carmichael Don't stand up now! - (C) Stuart Carmichael Don't stand up now! - (C) Stuart Carmichael

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]]> Wed Aug 10 2005 Games Evening (2005) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c649421.html An evening of fun and games at St Mary's Parish Church Hall, Littleborough Saturday 6 August 2005: An evening of fun and games at St Mary's Parish Church Hall, Littleborough

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]]> Sat Aug 6 2005 Skipton Castle (2005) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c640895.html The group visit to Skipton and the castle. As well as a guided tour of the castle, the kids enjoyed a trip round a local chocolate factory, and tea at Bizzie Lizzies Fish & Chip restaurant. Thursday 4 August 2005: The group visit to Skipton and the castle. As well as a guided tour of the castle, the kids enjoyed a trip round a local chocolate factory, and tea at Bizzie Lizzies Fish & Chip restaurant.

Starting the guided tour Skipton Castle Skipton Castle On the tour On the tour Two archery recruits On the tour A coat of arms A coat of arms In the kitchens Kids in the dungeon Lets lock them all in Posing on the steps

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]]> Thu Aug 4 2005 Southport (2005) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c638612.html The 2005 visit to Southport Pleasure Land. Unfortunately not many picture opportunities for me here so if anyone else has any pics they'd like to see up here, please pass them on... Tuesday 2 August 2005: The 2005 visit to Southport Pleasure Land. Unfortunately not many picture opportunities for me here so if anyone else has any pics they'd like to see up here, please pass them on...

On the skyride Queueing for Cyclone Getting ready for a spin On Cyclone Our resident skeleton & friend

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]]> Tue Aug 2 2005 Todmorden Sports Centre Games Evening (2005) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c635793.html CCP West Pennine visited Todmorden Sports Centre for an evening of ball games. Photography was difficult due to the light levels, so there are not many images in this collection. Sunday 31 July 2005: CCP West Pennine visited Todmorden Sports Centre for an evening of ball games. Photography was difficult due to the light levels, so there are not many images in this collection.

Lets have a kick about On the table tennis table Mai in action Jackie C in action Basketball John hits a cross court lob with Loisha refereeing Natasha in action Stuart in action The battle of the ballpit The battle of the ballpit Lynne in action

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]]> Sun Jul 31 2005 Bolton Mountain Rescue Team Visit (2005) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c633681.html The children visited the crew at BMRT for a second year. As well as taking the kids for a spin in the Land Rovers on the hills (with blues & twos on!) some of the kids were 'lost' at Ladybridge Hall, and Chi the rescue dog demonstrated his skills. With many thanks to all at BMRT for another excellent day out for the kids. Friday 29 July 2005: The children visited the crew at BMRT for a second year. As well as taking the kids for a spin in the Land Rovers on the hills (with blues & twos on!) some of the kids were 'lost' at Ladybridge Hall, and Chi the rescue dog demonstrated his skills. With many thanks to all at BMRT for another excellent day out for the kids.

The group assemble Chi joins the group Peeking out from behind a tree Shivering up on Winter Hill. And no, we didn't leave anyone behind Off to another emergency. Off to another emergency In the rescue tent Leaving the rescue tent John Carlin entertaining Finding the Three Preparing the stretcher The first casualty is strapped on Hey! There's room on this stretcher for two! And, UP! Brining the casualties back to base Natasha practices her motor show pose as Yury looks on

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]]> Fri Jul 29 2005 Assorted bits & pieces http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c629746.html Various bits and bats from the newsletters & elsewhere Sunday 1 August 2004: Various bits and bats from the newsletters & elsewhere

Irina & Evgeny from Children in Trouble, Belarus paid us a visit at one of our group meetings The stall at harehill park A cold wet nose investigating the spread Banging our own drum Loading aid for Belarus Two knackered host parents Lets blast those pesky host parents into space! Its always traditional to publish slightly embarrassing pictures of the man in charge, so here's our group co-ordinator on candid camera Picnicing at York A study in concentration Natasha, our regular interpreter Cutting the cake at the 10th anniversary party The new race marshalling jackets. Courtesy of Speakmans construction Its always traditional to publish slightly embarrassing pictures of the man in charge, so here's our group co-ordinator on candid camera The Children arrive for the 2005 visit. Transport courtesy of <a href=James Lewis Travel Rochdale, 01706 713343" /> Yury, Liosha & John tickle a ray at the Blue Planet Aquarium Just look at those legs! Liosha tees off Yury tees off At the Skipton Castle tour (C) Stuart Carmichael At the chocolate factory, but where's Willy Wonka? (C) Stuart Carmichael Natasha & Hat - (C) Stuart Carmichael Bowling at the games evening - (C) Stuart Carmichael Eugene & Hat - (C) Stuart Carmichael The Humber Bridge - someone absailed from this! - (C) Stuart Carmichael

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]]> Sun Aug 1 2004 Farewell Party (2004) http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c629733.html The farewell party on the final Sunday of the holiday in 2004 Thursday 12 August 2004: The farewell party on the final Sunday of the holiday in 2004

Anyone for tennis? The waterbombing party getting ready Lets get 'em lads! Lessons in mischief Fire!

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]]> Thu Aug 12 2004 Karting Grand Prix http://gallery.ccp-westpennine.org.uk/c628678.html The visit to Atherton Karting for our Grand Prix race in 2004. Monday 9 August 2004: The visit to Atherton Karting for our Grand Prix race in 2004.

Vrrrooommm! Vrrrooommm! (again) Vrrrooommm! (yet again) Vrrrooommm! (they went round quite a bit!) The winners podium

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