"FORGET the Dome and stay at home." This was the slogan adopted by Ramsbottom's Millennium Festival and anyone who "stayed at home" in Ramsbottom, and attended the many events organised by the Festival committee, had a wonderful week.

I am full of admiration for the people who organised this superb event.

The companies Danisco, Cormer and Marshall's, opened their doors to us and gave us a fascinating insight into their businesses. I came away very impressed by what I saw. Thanks to the management and staff for their hospitality.

The "Made in Ramsbottom" day at the civic hall was another eye-opened, also Tai Chi in the Market Square, the quiz, Gardeners' Night in the new Christ Church, and their wonderful flower festival. Local schools and groups combined for their outdoor concert, and the jazz night closed an eventful and memorable week.

So, well done organisers, participants, businesses and all who attended. I hope it is not too long before we have another.

COUNCILLOR SHEILA MAGNALL,

Ramsbottom.