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Shoppers visiting The Rock during the school holidays could be in with a chance of winning a dream family holiday to Mexico.

We’re running a competition to win the £3,500 prize – and entries open on Saturday 29th July.

Visitors to the centre can pick up an entry form – in the guise of a boarding pass – from participating retailers and then must find the numbers which make up the code and enter for their chance to win.

The boarding pass puzzle will run until August 19^th. Each Saturday from July 29^th to the end of the competition there will also be four extra activities, all based on holidays.

On Saturday 29th July there will be a cash grabber where shoppers will have a chance to win holiday currency.

On Saturday 5^th August visitors can pose in a beach-themed peep board and share their photo online with the #hotattherock for the chance to win a haul of holiday essentials. There’ll also be Sombrero biscuit decorating in conjunction with Bury College.

On Saturday 12^thAugust, the challenge will be to crack the code on the a chest of goodies to win the contents and on the final Saturday of the summer of fun, on Saturday 19^th August, the beach at the centre will be transformed into a game for people to dig for buried treasure and win a range or prizes.

All throughout the summer holidays the centre will also host a beach, giant deck chair and its popular water ball walkers as well as face painting to raise funds for the Joshua Wilson Brain Tumour Charity.

The Rock’s centre director, Arnold Wilcox-Wood, said: “The school holidays are a great time for all the family, but we know that keeping everyone entertained can be a challenge, that’s why we’re hosting a variety of activities to keep the children – and the adults – entertained. There’s some great prizes up for grabs, including a dream holiday to Mexico, so visit us to enter, after all you’ve got to be in it to win it.”

Find the perfect Father’s Day gift at The Rock

Father’s Day is just around the corner and here at The Rock we know just how tricky it can be to find the perfect gift for that special dad or granddad – so to make it easier this year we’ve pulled together a handy gift guide of Father’s Day presents available from retailers at The Rock.

Put a smile on his face with a delicious giant cookie personalised with a message of your choice from Millie’s Cookies. Prices start at £14.99.

Over at Debenhams there’s plenty of accessories for dapper dads from prime leather men’s bags, wallets and to elegant formalwear with a choice of ties and pocket squares with gifts to suit all budgets.

Does your dad love a cuppa? Or maybe a whiskey is his tipple? From pint pots to flasks there’s a range of special gifts available at The Card Factory, with mugs starting from £2.99.

Maybe dad needs to relax and enjoy a pamper, if that’s the case head to Lush and treat him to one of their Father’s Day gift bundles and let him have some ‘me time’. From budget bath-bombs to full gift sets the store has something to suit every pocket.

Treat him to a new scent from The Perfume Shop – as part of the store’s Father’s Day promotion there’s some great discounts on some much-loved aftershaves.

From toffees to t-shirts and whiskey to real ales there’s an endless choice of treats in store at M&S – make sure you don’t open them before you gift them.

And don’t forget the card!

However you plan on wishing your dad a Happy Father’s Day on Sunday 18^th June, visit The Rock for the perfect gift.

Families enjoy Easter holiday fun at The Rock

Children from across Bury and beyond stepped into the magical world of Alice in Wonderland at The Rock over the Easter weekend.

The centre hosted a range of free activities for families to enjoy – including the chance to meet and pose for a photo with Alice, the Queen of Hearts and the Mad Hatter.

On Good Friday and Saturday visitors to the centre were also able to enjoy free face painting, Easter egg decorating and a treasure hunt with a difference – where shoppers had to find the six alarm clocks hidden in shop windows to be in with the chance of winning a prize.

And, on Saturday customers were entertained by the popular Lancashire Fusiliers band. The fun culminated with a free Punch and Judy magic show on Easter Monday.

The Rock’s centre director, Arnold Wilcox-Wood, said: “We’re thrilled so many people came along to enjoy our Alice in Wonderland themed event over the Easter weekend. We know finding ways to keep the children entertained during the holidays can be a challenge – so this was a small Easter gift from us to our shoppers and we’re pleased to say everyone had fun.”

20% off for students at Arch Angelz

Arch Angelz in Debenhams are offering 20% off any treatment for students exclusively on Tuesdays.

Arch Angelz are a UK walk in beauty service provider offering a range of treatments from brow threading, waxing, tinting, to gel nails and acrylics. Visit their beauty bar in Debenhams (near Lancome) to take advantage of this great offer.

Summer make-up must haves

Ahead of our Style Your Summer event taking place from 31st May – 4th June we thought we would let you in on our make-up must haves for this summer.

1) Hoola bronzing powder – Benefit (£23.50)

This is one of our old favourites and really is hard to beat, this matte bronzer comes with a handy brush perfect for chiseling out those cheekbones or dusting this bronzer along your forehead. Whether you’re looking to create the perfect contour or achieve a sun kissed tan, Hoola can do it all.

Although slightly pricier than other bronzers this product really does last as you only need a small amount of powder as it is so pigmented (we’ve used it every day for a year and still have half left!).

2) Chocolate Bar eyeshadow palette – Too Faced (£39)

As far as eye shadow palettes go Chocolate Bar is one of the most wearable in terms of shades and lasting power. Not only do the antioxidant-rich cocoa powder infused shades smell amazing (so much so you almost want to eat them) they are silky soft to apply and highly pigmented so you only need a small amount of product, they also last all day.

With a mix of 16 matte and shimmer shades, this palette can create an endless number of looks all year round and also includes a how-to guide with three looks to get you started. Our favourite summer look consists of Salted Caramel in the crease (transition shade), Creme Brulee on the lid and Gilded Ganache under the lower lash line and outer corners of the lid. Delectable!

3) Doublewear stay in place eye pencil – Estee Lauder (£16.50)

This long-wearing eye pencil comes in a variety of shades, it lines and defines your eye with an even colour that lasts all day and you will rarely need to re-apply. It’s lightweight, creamy formula glides on easily and it has a smudger on the end of the pencil to create a smokey or softer effect if desired. You can wear it alone or on top of eye shadow or liquid eyeliner, on both the lower and/or bottom lash line.

For a summer look we love Teal (a bluey/green shade) on top of dark brown powder on the lower lash line, also the shade Night Violet on it’s own gives your eyes a gorgeous purple pop of colour.

4) Afterglow 8-Hour Powder Highlighter – Urban Decay (£19)

You can use a little or a lot of this product depending on just how glowy you want to go, it comes in three shades and our favourite is Sin (right) which is a pearly shimmer colour that would suit most skin tones. It has a soft creamy texture which is easy to blend.

Use above your contour (between your cheekbone and eye) where the light would naturally hit your face for a subtle summer glow.

5) Juicy Tubes lip gloss –Lancôme (£17)

Not only do they look great but these lip glosses taste and smell amazing! The tube-tip applicator helps you to apply the gloss easily and the result is a glamorous shine on your lips with a hint of colour.

They come in a range of sorbet colours with a fruity flavour perfect for summer, we love the shades Sorbet de Cerise (coral / pinky shade) and Fraise (a hint of bright pink – right).

All products shown above are available at Debenhams.

Mother’s Day gift ideas

With Mother’s Day on Sunday 6th March we’ve scoured the stores at The Rock for the best gift ideas for your mum so you don’t have to. From perfume to pampering, there’s something to suit every mum.

For the fragrance fanatic mum

Looking for the perfect fragrance for your mum? Get the latest Dolce & Gabbana perfume from The Perfume Shop. The new Dolce Rosa Excelsa Eau de Parfum (from £49) captures the boldness and pure spirit of the rose with the essence of fresh petals in bloom. With notes of Papaya Flower, Turkish Rose and White Waterlily, this is a feminine fragrance which any mum is sure to love.

For mums who like to be pampered

A Lush Night In will take place on Thursday 3rd March, 6pm-8pm, the store will be closed for facial, foot, hand and arm treatments, to make anybody feel extra special this Mother’s Day. Pop into Lush Bury for more details and to buy a ticket for just £20, included is a £5 gift card to spend on the night. (This is an exclusive night with limited places so be quick and get your ticket in store while you can).

For mums who like a bit of sparkle

Swarovski have a range of gorgeous gifts if you’re looking to spoil her this Mother’s Day, we love the Stardust Deluxe Bracelet (£69) which comes in various colours, plus if you spend over £100 you’ll get a limited edition sparkling styling mirror for free.

The new collection at Pandora includes intricate knot ring and studs, embellished with hand set cubic zirconia, in addition to personalised charms. The Sparkling Love Knot Stud Earrings at £45 are simply stunning.

For those with a sweet tooth

Has your mum got a sweet tooth? Then why not treat her to a giant personalised cookie from Millie’s? From just £14.99 you can choose from a giant milk, white or double chocolate cookie with a personalised message of your choice. Or for just £16.99 get to a heart shape cookie in a heart shaped box! Call 0161 764 7199 to order yours ready for Mother’s Day now.

For foodie mums

If you want to treat your mum to a meal out then Pizza Express are offering three courses and a glass of Prosecco from just £16.95. Choose from starters such Dough Balls or Bruschetta, any classic or Legarra pizza, salad or Al Forno dish for main plus a range of desserts like Honeycomb Cheesecake. Call 0161 763 3655 to make a reservation.

Don’t forget we’ve got a special Mother’s Day event on Saturday 5th March, My Mum and Me will see 12 mums get a makeover from professionals. There will be free nail art, cupcakes, face painting and crafts. For more info click here

Brows and lashes for £12 at Arch Angelz

Arch Angelz in Debenhams are offering a brow shape and individual cluster lash application for just £12! (saving £6.50)

Our guide to embracing the heatwave

With a heatwave upon us why not make the most of the warmer weather and get yourself outdoors? Whether it’s a meal out with the family, a BBQ or picnic, we’ve got it sorted

The perfect picnic from M&S

If you want to dine al fresco this weekend then head to Marks and Spencer where you can enjoy free wine when you buy four picnic items. They have a range of delicious options to make the perfect picnic, from handmade hog roast sausage rolls and coronation pork pies, to lentil and goats cheese salad and orange marmalade ham. And it’s not just food, M&S have a range of picnic accessories to choose from, their handy picnic rucksack (£36) comes with cutlery, wine glasses and plates for two people, while a separate compartment will keep your food and drinks cool. It even comes with a foldaway rug so you can sit down and enjoy your picnic in the park.

BBQ time at Trespass

Fancy a barbie? If you want to enjoy BBQ food while you’re out and about for the day or camping overnight, the portable BBQ from Trespass is the perfect solution and it’s a sizzling deal at only £16.49 (was £32.99). You can get 3 for £10 on BBQ items at M&S Food, with plenty of mouth-watering options to choose from such as juicy burgers and sizzling steaks, they’ve got everything you need to host a brilliant BBQ with friends or family.

Treat yourself to Pizza Express

If you don’t fancy cooking then let Pizza Express do the work, they’ve got some delicious additions to their summer menu such as the Romana Prosciutto Fichi. Their new summer pizza features mozzarella and gran Milano cheeses baked on a béchamel base finished with rocket, prosciutto crudo, shaved Gran Milano, fresh parsley, extra virgin olive oil and fresh balsamic figs. Or why not try the new Fichi Fresca Salad? This fresh summer salad uses creamy buffalo mozzarella with fresh balsamic marinated figs and cured Italian prosciutto crudo ham and is served with their famous dough balls. And what’s even better is that you can get a starter and a main course for just £11.95 from their set menu!

Cool down with a Costa

Costa serve a delicious selection of cold drinks perfect for a summer’s day for you to enjoy on the go, in St John’s Gardens or in their outdoor seating area. Try your favourite coffee shaken, blended or poured over ice like the Iced Caramel Latte or Iced Macchiato. If coffee isn’t your thing then they have refreshing range of Fruit Coolers, from Mango and Passionfruit to Watermelon and Strawberry, as well as Creamy Coolers such as Mint Choc Chip with blended mint syrup, chocolate chips and milk topped with cream and chocolate sauce.

What to wear for wedding season

Wedding season has arrived and natural that means buying a new outfit (or three), from exotic beach ceremonies to countryside nuptials, here’s a guide of how to dress for every wedding occasion.

The city wedding

From cathedrals and town halls to art galleries and museums, many city centre landmarks offer wedding packages in a unique setting. Keep your look chic with more fitted styles, a statement bag and court shoes.

(Left) Plain Crepe Wrap Dress (available in Pink and Orange – £55) Cassie court shoes in Natural (£35) and Ruby Glitter Clutch (£25). All available at Oasis.

(Right) Little Mistress print prom dress (£60), Sole Diva cross strap pointy court shoe in black (£30) and lace evening bag (£17). All available at Simply Be.

The country wedding

Converted barns, marquees and even tee-pees are becoming more popular as wedding venues. Pretty floral prints and A-line dresses are perfect for countryside weddings, along with a statement fascinator and nude shoes, make sure you opt for a wedged or block heel as you don’t want your stilettos to sink into the grass.

(Left) Kelly Brook Printed Belt Dress (£60), Sole Diva platform sandals (£35) in nude pink, Pastel Envelope clutch bag in pink (£20) and Feather Bow fascinator (£20). All available at Simply Be.

(Right) The Ivory Prom Dress from Debut (£99), purple Jacques Vert two colour fascinator (£79) and The Collection cream patent high wedge court shoes (£32.50). All available at Debenhams.

The destination wedding

Many are opting for weddings in more exotic locations, from the Italian countryside to the beaches of Mexico. Light weight layers and loose fabrics will help keep you cool while sparkly sandals are perfect for beach weddings. A decorative hair clip or crystal headband are more practical than a hat.

(Left) Warehouse Spotlight Feather Print Maxi Dress (£85), Red Herring Grey Metallic Diamante sandals (£25) and Red Herring Twinkle Burst crystal hair comb (£10). All available at Debenhams.

(Right) Little Mistress Embellished Maxi Dress (£70), Sole Diva diamante flexi sole sandal (£25) and Mood diamante crystal patterned headband (£14). All available at Simply Be.

Spring clean your make-up bag

Spring is well and truly here and a new season sparks change, it’s time to spring clean your make-up bag and invest in some new products!

Follow these six tips to clean up your make-up bag and create a fresh new look this season.

1) Make-up bag – a dirty cosmetics bag can be a breeding ground for bacteria so you should really change this every 12 months or so. If you don’t want to part with it then many make-up bags are machine washable, or if they have a waterproof lining you can clean with soap and water or antibacterial wipes.

We love the Victoria Green range of make-up bags at Debenhams, the Brighton Cosmetics Pouch (right) is our favourite (£8).

2) Brushes – these need cleaning regularly as they easily gather bacteria and dirty brushes can often be the causes of break outs, eye and skin infections.

Use the Bare Minerals ‘Brush Conditioning Shampoo’ (£10) to wash away traces of dirt, make-up, oil and debris, it also conditions the brush fibres for a soft finish.

3) Foundation – this will generally last for one to two years, if yours looked separated or has changed colour it’s time to get rid! For spring / summer invest in a lighter or BB foundation ideally with an SPF to protect from the sun, particularly if you are going on holiday.

Try Estee Lauder ‘Double Wear All Day Glow BB Moisture Make Up’ (£29). This lightweight oil-free make-up protects skin with SPF30 while brightening skin tone and creating a flawless, healthy glow. It comes in a range of shades to suit all skin tones and blends into the skin beautifully.

4) Bronzer – chuck any powders that are cracked or broken as they only create mess and put an uneven amount of product on your brushes. Use bronzer to create a buildable tan all year round, dust along the edge of your forehead and under cheekbones to create a natural sun-kissed glow.

‘Ready Bronzer’ (£24) from Bare Minerals is a compact all natural bronzer with rich golden tones. Available in 3 shades this product is ideal for adding a bronzed glow to dull skin.

5) Lipstick – lipstick has a live span of about two years, replace darker wintery shades of reds and browns with more subtle tones for spring such as pinks, peaches and nudes.

Clinique ‘Pop Lip’ lipstick has a weightless formula merging bold, saturated colour with a smoothing primer and keeps lips moisturised for 8 hours. Try ‘Melon Pop’ for a peachy-pink shade (£16).

6) Mascara – mascara generally has a shelf life of 3 to 6 months, throw away anything dried out or clumpy. No make-up look is complete without mascara and it is probably THE most important item you can own, opening up your eyes to make them look bigger, bolder and more defined.

Benefit’s new ‘Roller Lash’ mascara (£19.50) creates a super girly look. The Hook n’ Roll brush separates, lifts and curls lashes creating a volumised curl which holds for 12 hours.

So what are you waiting for? Get spring cleaning and shopping, our make-up picks are all available at Debenhams The Rock.