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Welcome to Amber Valley Voice
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Party season has started and we have some of the Don’t forget to local fireworks displays in this months ‘things to do’. Swanwick FC has to be one of my personal mention the Voice favourites, you can’t beat mushy peas and mint when you use any of sauce!! We also have the beginning of the the companies in this Christmas Fayre season with 3 great events lined Magazine up for November. I just don’t think you can beat bespoke, personal gifts that you can’t get on the high street...and it really adds to that Christmassy feeling for me! This month we are looking for some
new distributors
urgently around the Alfreton & Villages area, so if you are keen and reliable each and every month, give me a call on the number below, I’d love to hear from you. It’s great for a bit of gentle exercise!! Finally, welcome to all the new advertisers this month and remember, if you have any community news, events or you would like to advertise your business...3 years on and we’re still the mag to come to help your business grow or publicise your news and events!
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R H BUILDING SERVICES www.rhbuildingservices.co.uk “Over 20 years of experience means all of our work is fully guaranteed & competitively priced”
Re-Pointing Patios Garden Walls New Builds Extensions Driveways Insurance Work Garage Conversions
Drains Guttering Plastering Wall & Floor Tiling Property Maintenance Landscaping Grant Work Conservatories
T: 01773 301922 M: 07870 642169
E: builder.heyman@googlemail.com
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For a free, no obligation quote or advice call Anthony on:
01773 512209 07902 272541
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Over 30 years experience
Interior and Exterior Domestic and Commercial Decorative tile floor and building façade cleaning Maintenance contracts Insurance work Fully insured Local/national, evenings, weekends and night work
Contact us for friendly advice and a no obligation quote on CALL STEVE ON 07717 252896
Mobile: 07805550090 Email: duffield.decorators@yahoo.com Website: www.duffielddecorators.co.uk
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AVRUFC Bonfire Night
The usual large bonfire and fireworks display including hot food, licensed bar, fair rides, face painting and a live band after the fireworks to continue the frivolity. Admission is £2 for adults and £1 for kids. Friday 1st November, 6pm onwards. For more information contact Gareth on 07595 520537.
Swanwick Pentrich Road FC - Annual Fireworks Spectacular
Hosted by the football club in conjunction with Swanwick Parish Council and held at the football pitch on Highfield Road in Swanwick. There will be a BBQ, bar, mushy peas and mint sauce, raffle, tea bar and much more. Saturday 2nd November, 6pm for 7:30pm fireworks display. Admission is £3 for adults and £1 for kids. Everyone Welcome.
Marie Curie Cancer Care Christmas Fayre
Come along and meet Santa! There will be a raffle, tombola, books, bric-a-brac, cakes, refreshments and much more. All proceeds will fund the vital work of our Marie Curie Nurses, who provide end of life care, free of charge, to terminally ill patients at home. Saturday 16th November, 10am until 1pm at Somercotes Parish Hall.
J Morton Building Services Over 20 years Experience All types of Building work considered
Driveways - Block Paving,
Tarmac, Concrete and Porous Pave Paths and Patios Foundations Drainage Brickwork - Extensions, New Builds, Walls and Re-pointing Fencing and Decking
For a free, no obligation quote call Jonathan on: 01773 712019 or 07971251346 To Advertise please call Emily on 01773 604178 or 07891 639638
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Leabrooks Gallery Christmas Fair
The annual opportunity to get in the mood for the seasonal festivities! Come and have a browse and pick up a bespoke Christmas gift for a loved one. Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th November from 10am .
Upcoming walk with Alfreton and District Rambling Club
We walk on alternate Sundays and meet in the car park near Alfreton Library at 9:30am. Bring a drink and packed lunch. Suitable footwear and clothing required. New faces made welcome. . For more info call Terry on 01773 835437 or Dave 07543 100655. Upcoming walks: 27th October - Horsley Woodhouse, 8 miles 10th November - Kelstedge, 8miles
Thurs 7th November, 9:30am Coxbench Castle, 5/6 miles 24th November - TBA
Leonard Cheshire Craft Fayre
A wide variety of stalls to peruse and refreshments to enjoy at Riddings Community Centre on 30th November, 10am until 4pm. For more information or to book a stall contact Julie Watlow on 07738 033056.
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MOBILE FOOT CLINIC
Mrs S Doherty DipCFHP MPSPract Fully qualified and insured local foot health practitioner. All in the comfort of your own home.
Problematic conditions including: Nails Trimmed Thick nails
Callus reduction Corn removal
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1. Park at Ambergate train station car park (pay and display), located near the junction of the A610 and the A6. Leave the car park by the main entrance and take the steps on your left. At the A610 cross the road and turn left to pass under the bridge. At the A6 turn right towards Matlock. 2. Shortly up the road turn right up Chase Road and follow path until you reach a stile by a gate. Turn left here and walk along the canal towpath with the canal on your right. 3. After a short wat, pass under a stone bridge and immediately turn left through a gate. Turn left again to cross the canal. Pass through a gate on your left and walk up the field to cross a stile in the top right hand corner. 4. Follow the path uphill through the woods (it is very steep and has the potential to be very muddy during winter months). Keep to the main path until you leave the woods. As you do you will have a fence on your right. Cross an old broken wall and immediately der a e turn right over a stile. R ffer O 5. Walk up two fields keeping a wall close on your right. Cross a stile and turn right up Chadwick Nick Lane. Just after the top of the hill turn left by a footpath post up a flight of steps. Pass through a stile and turn right. 6. Continue ahead along this path by the Tors. Follow a wall on your right across fields and stiles until you reach signpost. Take the path ahead with trees on your left. Follow this path with every purchase of until you reach a stile and go down the steps to Millers Complete Dog Food the main road. with this coupon 7. Carefully follow the road into the centre of Crich, looking to use the pavements where possible. From the centre of the village carry on up Bownes Hill passing a pub on your right and follow the road up round to the left onto Cromford Road.
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11. Carry on along the road, passing St Marys Church and at the T-Junction, turn right following Plaistow Green Road. Follow the road and take the first turning on your left, signposted ‘Memorial Tower’. 12. As you approach the monument, take the signposted path on your right. Keep to the path as it winds around the quarry. Cross the tram line and head downhill on the path, passing through a gate and take the signposted path to ‘Wakebridge’. 13. At the main road, cross over, turn right and then immediately on your left take the signposted path. Follow this path down through the fields, pass in and out of a wooded area and then through another field before entering Oxhay Wood. 14. In this woods, keep to the main path as it winds down through the woods. Cross over a country road and carry on downhill along the path through the woods to Cromford Canal. 15. Carry on along this path until you arrive at a bridge on your right. Cross the bridge and turn left onto the canal. Follow the canal all the way back to where you initially began at point 2. From here, re-trace your steps back to the car park. This walk is for illustrative purposes only. The Amber Valley Voice takes no responsibility for anyone who chooses to follow this route and encourages all walkers to obey all byelaws and signs and to respect the area they are walking in, ensuring they pick up all dog mess and obey the countryside code at all times.
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KLEEFORD COIN AUCTIONS Regular monthly sales of Coins, Medals, Bank Notes, Tokens, Small gold and Silver items
Do you have unwanted coins, banknotes or medals in a box at home? Call me for a free professional and without obligation valuation. Now online at:
www.kleefordcoins.webs.com For a free Auction Catalogue please call
01773 528743 or 07969 645952 email on kleeford@btinternet.com Also accepting lots for future auctions.
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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL MARKET Alfreton Indoor Market - Update The new frontage was completed in July and the new roof completed in September. A notice board is shortly to be erected to the left of the front doors. Look out for upcoming events, special offers and activities. Three new kiosks have been erected at the rear of the market. Ripley Smoke and Kathy’s Cosmetics, perfumes and hair accessories are now open for business. The third kiosk will be open for business mid-October and will sell Leather handbags and accessories. The availability of car boot stalls has been extended to all trading days. Casual traders are also welcome subject to availability. Stalls can only be pre-booked if payment is received in advance. Open from Monday 16th December every day until Christmas Re-open Tuesday 31st December – normal trading Look out for various activities during December including Magic Mel on the Market, Carol singers and children’s competitions. For more information contact Vicki England – Markets & Town Centre Officer on 07971 126363 or vicki.england@ambervalley.gov.uk Christmas Opening Hours:-
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All your Will questions answered What is a Will?
Wills - Probate Powers Of Attorney
A Will is a legally binding document that sets out your wishes ensuring your loved ones are taken care of after your death. By leaving a Will you can state who gets your property and money when you die therefore preventing unnecessary distress at an already difficult time for your family and friends. It also allows you to choose guardians for any child under 18 years old to ensure they are bought up in a safe and loving environment.
Why not do it yourself? This may look like a cheaper option but simple mistakes could prove costly in the long run as your Will could be What happens if I die without a Will? challenged or even disregarded altogether. A badly made Will When you die without leaving a Will the could also land your relatives law decides who gets what – and how with legal fees running into much. You lose control. The court even thousands of pounds dwarfing decides who becomes the legal guardian the fees charged by the for your children. professionals to draw up your Will. What is the cost of a Will? Contrary to belief a Will does not have to cost a fortune. Jill Hallam does Wills in your own home from as little as £125.
Tel: 01773 862608 ¦ Mob: 07523 963026 jillhallam@fsmail.net South Normanton Business Centre ¦ 40 High Street South Normanton ¦ Alfreton ¦ DE55 2BP
Advice on rogue traders and preventing doorstep crime by Derbyshire Police
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Police throughout the Amber Valley and across Derbyshire are raising awareness of doorstep crime and rogue traders, and how to help protect yourself or your friends, neighbours and relatives. Doorstep crime is more likely to affect elderly or vulnerable residents, with offenders taking advantage of their good or trusting nature. While most callers at your home will be genuine, and doorstep crime does not happen regularly, we just want to remind people to be cautious at the door and to report any suspicious activity to the police.
Doorstep crime can refer to: Rogue Traders A rogue trader will cold call at homes to say they have noticed some repairs or gardening work needs doing urgently, and then offer to carry out the work. They may also say they have materials left over from an earlier job. While they may negotiate what might seem a reasonable price initially, they will often hike up the fee once the job has been completed or demand more cash to buy materials. Always get a second opinion before agreeing to work; go to a reputable company or someone a neighbour can recommend. Why not use Derbyshire County Council’s Trusted Trader Scheme? Call the council on 08456 058 058 and find local traders who agree to do a good job at a fair price.
Bogus Callers A bogus caller will be someone who calls at your home unannounced, and claim to be an official or working for a company. They may say they are from the water, gas or electricity board; that they work for the council, in health or social services, or could even claim to be a police officer. They will usually give a reason or an excuse as to why they need to go inside your home, or may want you to step outside with them. They might also try to keep you talking. They will be looking to distract a homeowner to make it easier for them to steal cash, and could work in pairs.
Pedlars These are people who call at your home offering to sell household goods or cleaning products they are carrying with them. By law a pedlar must carry a pedlar’s certificate, which is issued by the police. Always ask to see their certificate. The best advice to reduce doorstep crime is ‘Not Sure? Don’t open the door’. If you don’t know who is at the door, then don’t feel you have to open it. If you do, always make sure any other doors and windows are closed first and use the door chain. Always ask to see the caller’s ID and check that they are legitimate by calling the company on a number from the telephone directory or a bill. Genuine callers won’t mind and will understand how important it is for you to feel safe. If you have any concerns about a doorstep caller, either at your own home or a neighbours, contact Derbyshire police on 101 so that officers can check everything is in order. If it is an emergency, or a crime is being committed, the number to dial is always 999. To Advertise please call Emily on 01773 604178 or 07891 639638
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Book Review - Merivel, a Man of His Time by Rose Tremain
There are many kinds of historical novel, from the bodice ripper to the thriller, plus serious pieces of writing such as Hilary Mantel’s Man Booker Prize winners. Merivel, a Man of His Time by Rose Tremain, takes a different route – the story of a physician and courtier who owes his place in the world purely to his ability to amuse King Charles II, known as the Merry Monarch thanks to the hedonism of his court.
romps. There are plenty of dark moments among the exuberance and wit; Merivel has some pretty questionable morals at times, plus a great capacity for attracting (and often overcoming) disaster of every kind. He’s a paradoxical human being, not a hero and his tolerance of human frailty, not just his own, is an underlying mood of both books. He’s the court jester who can not only break his own heart, but ours too. You also get lots of insights into the society of the time; alongside the ridiculous excess there is the squalor behind the glitter at the Versailles court; or a crash course into what they did before anaesthetics, (you might want to hide behind the sofa during that bit).
Merivel is an immensely flawed human being, but also one who is hugely good hearted, joyful and likeable. He was first introduced in Tremain’s novel Restoration, and while you don’t need to have read the first book to enjoy the second, they are both worth the time spent on them. Sir Robert Merivel may be a man of his time But these books are not just Restoration – but he’s a man we’d recognise in ours.
Do you have something to shout about? Are you a local sports club with results to tell the community about or looking for new recruits? Are you running a community event that needs promoting or are you raising money for charity? Are you a community leader that needs to liaise with the wider community?
Call Emily at Amber Valley Voice on: 01773 604178 / 07891 639638 info@ambervalleyvoice.co.uk
Green Gables has a cheerful and friendly atmosphere, with many of our residents choosing to take part in a variety of trips We pride ourselves on supporting our residents to be independent and to take part in community activities as they wish We currently have bed vacancies. For information please contact Linda Barker on: 01773 832 422 linda.barker@LCDisability.org www.LCDisability.org Green Gables. Wingfield Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7AN
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Out and About
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A daily guide to some of the local clubs and groups in your area Monday Baby Massage - The Hub, Shiners Way, South Normanton, DE55 2AA - 2pm - 3pm. Ages birth - 4 months. Contact the children’s centre on 01629 533735 for information on the next course. Alfreton Jog Club (for those that can run for at least 30mins at a steady pace) - meet at 7:10pm at Alfreton Leisure Centre. Contact Anne or Amy at alfretonjogclub@gmail.com.
Tuesday Little Ones Group - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - 1.30pm - 3pm - Contact - 01629 533066 South Wingfield Youth Club - Fun & activities for kids aged 6-14 at South Wingfield Social Club, 43 High Road, South Wingfield. DE55 7LX from 7pm - 8:30pm. Contact Michael Hobson on 07545 938994 for more information.
Wednesday Alfreton Nursery School and Children’s Centre, Parent & Toddler Drop in Session Alfreton Nursery School, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - Term time - 9am - 10am - Contact Angela Stanton : 01773 520031 Watchorn Tots Parent and Toddler Group Watchorn Church, Derby Road, Alfreton. Term time 10am - 11.30am Contact Judith - 01773 526012 PEEP 2/3’s - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - 9.30am - 11am (term time only) Supports mums, dads and carers to create the best start for their children by making the most of everyday learning. Contact 01629 533066 In-betweenies - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - 1.30 - 3pm. Group for children with mums, dads and carers up to the age of 25. Contact - 01629 533066. AVRUFC Senior Section - training during close season takes place at Amber Valley RUFC, Lower Somercotes (opposite Pye Bridge Ind Est.) starts at 7pm - 8.30. Contact Stuart Artliff 07966 867946 or Gareth Pilkington 07772 366157. Amber Valley Chess Club - meets once a month at the Community Rooms, Parks Avenue, South Wingfield. Call Paul on 01773 833007 for dates & times. Everyone welcome, Free to non team players
Wednesday Crafty Crew - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - 1.30pm - 3pm . Contact 01629 533066. Alfreton Singers - Swanwick School & Sports College(formerly The Delves) 7.15 -9pm. Mixed choir of friendly singers. All styles of music. Contact
Claire on 01773 835316 for more info.
Alfreton Town Juniors U14’s - 7-8pm at Somerlea Park astro pitch, call Ben on 07972 927236 for more info.
Thursday Top Tots - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA. 1.30pm - 3pm. Fun play session with arts, crafts and song time aimed at children ages 1-3 years. Contact 01629 533066 Weighing Clinic - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA. 1pm 2.30pm. Come and have your baby weighed and see someone from the health team. Contact - 01629 533066 Cypress Parent Support Group - The Hub, Shiners Way, South Normanton, DE55 2AA. 10am - 11.30am. (3rd Thursday of every month) A support group for parents and carers of children and young people with additional need and/or Disabilities. Contact 01629 533735. Breastfeeding Group - The Hub, Shiners Way, South Normanton, DE55 2AA. 1.30pm - 3pm. Make new friends, share tips and discuss any issues you may have. Contact - 01629 533735. Alfreton Society of Painters - 7pm- 9pm at Pennytown Court Community Rooms. Visit www.alfretonsocietyofpainters.com for more info. Alfreton & District U3A - Meet every second Thursday of each month at Christ the King Church Hall, Nottingham Road, Alfreton at 2pm. Contact David Thomson on 01773 602147. Alfreton Male Voice Choir Rehearsals - 6:45pm at Palmer Morewood Social Club, Hall Street. New members welcome-no audition, just a love of singing.
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Greenwood Archery - Meet at Swanwick Pentrich
Alfreton Nursery School and Children’s Centre, Parent & Toddler Drop in Session. Alfre-
Road Football Club on Highfield Road at 10am. Call Simone on 01773 602605 for more details.
ton Nursery School, Grange Street, Alfreton., DE55 7JA - Term time -1.30pm - 2.30pm. Contact Angela Stanton 01773 520031
AVRUFC Junior Section Coaching - Starting 2nd
June at Amber Valley RUFC (opp. Pye bridge Ind Est.) starting at 10am. Contact Stuart Artliff 07966 867946 or Gareth Pilkington 07772 366157 . Ages from 4 upwards welcome.
Childminding Network - Alfreton Children’s
Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA. 9.30am 11.30am. A chance for local childminder’s to meet. Contact - 01629 533066
Tiddlers and Toddlers Group - Alfreton Chil-
dren’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA. 12.30pm - 2.30pm. Run by parents and open to all. Contact - 01629 533066
Saturday A.D.A.S.C Football Club - various training ses-
sions for 5 - 16 year olds. Availability for 5 year olds to start training next season and 6 & 7 years olds required for the summer league. Contact Barry on 01773 836017
Other
Guiding offers opportunities in the following sections: Rainbows age 5-7yrs Brownies aged 7-10yrs Guides aged 10-14yrs Adult Leaders 18yrs + Senior Section aged 14-25yrs
If you or your daughter would like to know more about Joining visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/interested or call 0800 1 69 59 01
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO INCLUDE YOUR NON-PROFIT MAKING GROUP IN FUTURE EDITIONS, PLEASE E-MAIL carla@ambervalleyvoice.co.uk Please note that some of the groups listed incur a small charge and we would always recommend that you contact a group prior to attendance.
Index of advertisers
Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your magazine...
Accountant Poulter Blackwell
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Derbyshire Police Leonard Cheshire
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Pet Care & Supplies Seals Fodder Room
Auctioneer Kleeford Coin Auctions
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Foot Practitioner S Doherty
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Plastering Complete Plastering
Beauty Body & Sole
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Insurance Brokers Binsured
Builder R H Building Services J Morton Building Services
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Cleaning Services Clean Away Dentist Glendair Events/Community Alfreton Indoor Market
Interior Design Arctic Interiors Joiner S Statham Joinery
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Plumbers 12 B Sole Plumbing Flowfayre 4 Roofing Derbyshire Rubber Roofing ST Roofing 5 Will Writer J H Legal Services 7 Windows & Doors Window Wizard 5
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