Voice Magazines - Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks & Somercotes Edition - March 2017

Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks & Somercotes

March ‘17

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Editor’s Message Spring is springing, evenings are getting lighter and the weather is getting milder (although at the time of writing, storm Doris is about to create havoc?!)… we’ve waited a long time for this but good times are ahead of us!

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Speaking of growth spurts, ours continues this month having just launched our 4th magazine in the Bakewell area, called ‘Rural Voice’. That is now 25,000 homes that we land on the doorsteps of! Lots of tears and struggles to get all this together this month but we are looking forward to a new member of staff joining us soon!!

In the vein of new things; as you know Gary stood down last month as our resident grumbler and I asked for people to send in their ideas for contributions... to say we had a few is an understatement. However, the wonderful Gillian stepped in this month and told us all about the Morsbag initiative. It was really lovely to walk in one day and have a package on my desk, open it and see my very own bag made by Gillian with all the article info in.

If creating one of these and gifting it to someone puts a smile of their face too... it really is a fantastic initiative.

Ordinarily, I like to throw myself into these things but I did get ejected from sewing class in year 9 due to breaking 3 sewing machines and creating an applique the quality that someone far, far, far younger would have made...

I really do think someone would cry if I gifted them a Morsbag. Thankfully the husband does all the sewing in our house... hmmm!!??

In other news, Terry has taken up the challenge and the duddyometer #1000miles is ticking again after the injury debacle! Don’t forget to donate, it truly is a worthy cause!

Happy Reading,

Emily x

Emily To advertise contact...

Emily on: 01773 604 178 or 07891 639 638 info@voicemagazines.co.uk David on: 01773 549 035 or 07976 182 589 david@voicemagazines.co.uk

Upcoming Submission Deadline for Advertisers and Contributors:

April Edition – 3rd March

May Edition – 7th April

Printed by Newman Thomson and distributed to 3,500 homes in Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks & Somercotes. Disclaimer: No responsibility is accepted by Amber Valley Voice for claims, errors or omissions made in advertisements appearing in this issue. All advertisers are accepted in good faith and we are not responsible for views expressed by contributor or other sources. Reproduction of the contents of this magazine is not permitted without the prior consent of the publisher.

Voice Magazines Limited, 40 High Street, South Normanton, Derbyshire. DE55 2BP. Registered in England & Wales No: 10550557

To advertise please call Emily on 01773 604 178 or 07891 639 638

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Things to do march 8 Michael Coates “The Role of a Wildlife Officer” April 12th Stephen Williams “This Year’s Photography” th

In March, Derbyshire Police Force Wildlife & Heritage Crime Officer will talk about what it means to be a wildlife crime officer and how you can help the force solve wildlife crime in Derbyshire. In April, join renowned photographer Stephen Williams and marvel at all his recent expert wildlife photography from the UK, focusing on Scotland and its beautiful wonders.

Everyone is welcome, meeting begins at 7:30pm at Riddings Community Centre, DE55 4EW.

Call shirley on 07770 801539 for more information.

Alfreton PArty in the PArk ChArity WAlk This is the 5th year of this annual walk. 3 distances to suit you; 6.5miles, 8 miles, 10.5miles.

Great fun for all the family with everyone welcome. The full circular walk starts at Wetherspoons in Alfreton and takes in a few hostelry stops on route!

sunday April 23rd at 11.00am

Contact either Dave on 07543 100655 or terry on 07891 517057 for more information.

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Alfreton & District rAmblers club Bring a drink and packed lunch.

Suitable footwear and clothing required. New faces made welcome.

Contact either Dave on 07543 100 655 or terry on 07891 517 057 for more information or visit our new website

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Sunday walks meet at 9:30am at Alfreton Library Car Park sunday 12th mar – TBA sunday 26th mar – Belper (8miles) sunday 9th Apr – TBA sunday 23rd Apr – Chatsworth (7miles) thursday 2nd mar – Hartington (5miles - *please note this walk only is a 9am start at the library) thursday 6th Apr – Belper Area (6miles - 9:30am start as normal)

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Things to do Derby Grammar School, Rykneld Road, Littleover will be holding it’s annual

Food Fayre & Open Day on saturday 18 th march 10am - 3pm

Everyone welcome Adults £1 entry Onsite parking

Enjoy delicious produce from the local area and beyond brought to you by the finest independent retailers... and tour the School to experience a taste of Derby Grammar School life!

The food fayre is now in its’ 5th year and goes from strength to strength, each year receiving lots of lovely feedback from customers, stall holders and food writers too http://riaambertesia.com/photodiary-derby-grammar-schools-foodfayre-2016/

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Alfreton Marie Curie Spring Tombola Come down and visit us at Alfreton indoor market

on saturday 18th march, 9am until 3:30pm As always ALL proceeds raised will directly fund our Marie Curie Nurses to provide end of life care, free of charge to terminally ill patients at home.

5 tickets for £1

Winning tickets will end in a 0 or a 5 As March is the Charities great Daffodil Appeal we will also have some of our lovely daffodil badges available for a small donation.

Somercotes Chor al Society presents Sounds American saturday April 29th, 7pm

Held at David Nieper Academy (formerly Alfreton Grange), Grange Street, Alfreton DE55 7JA. With guest yesteryear (as seen on TV’s ‘The Naked Choir’), Everyone welcome. Admission: £8 (Under 16s £4) Contact: carole 07905 242750 or Jane 01773 780984 or visit our website: www.somercoteschoralsociety.co.uk for more information.

The Homesford Cottage

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Slimming World Recipe

Coconut macaroons So we are pretty much in Spring and that beach ready body is calling but we still haven’t shaken off the winter blues yet. So these little sweet pick-me-ups are a real treat to have handy when the craving takes hold!

Method:

1. Beat the egg whites until frothy (Make sure no yolk whatsoever has contaminated the egg whites, otherwise you could be whisking for ever!)

2. Add the sugar and beat until stiff.

3. Fold in the coconut, put mixture into a piping bag with a star nozzle and pipe 30 macaroons onto a parchment covered baking sheet.

4. Bake for 30 minutes in a preheated oven (170ºC/150ºC Fan/Gas Mark 3).

5. Remove from oven, and allow to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the baking sheet.

Syns per serving: 2 For more information visit www.slimmingworld.co.uk

Serves 30 Ready in: Less than 30 mins Suitable for Vegetarians

Ingredients: • 4 egg whites • 198g sugar • 71g desiccated coconut

If you have a recipe that you’d like to share then please send it to: info@voicemagazines.co.uk

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Great News...

LEARN TO SWIM at a pool near you.

The East Midlands Swimming Academy and EMSA Babies will be providing swimming lessons at the Alfreton Park Special School, DE55 7AL EMSA offers a unique and intimate swimming experience, available to learners of all ages and abilities, from babies to adults.

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Providing care to people in their own homes Do you need help or know someone who needs help?

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Book Review

Golden Hill by Francis Spufford is a joy. Clever, funny, sharp and tantalising, it crackles along with a witty, fast-talking young rake as its central character and an exploration of the early days of Manhattan as you’ve never imagined it.

Mr Smith, fresh off the boat from London in 1746, “hot foot from the cold sea” with a fortune in tow, is a mystery to all who meet him, including the reader, and sometimes it seems even to himself. Can he be trusted? Is he just a handsome, charming chancer? We don’t get to find out, or why he’s even there, till the very end of the book.

The style of writing is old fashioned, but in a knowing 21st century way. It never slows the pace and the undoubtedly accurate historical descriptions enhance the exuberance of the tale, reminding us that New Amsterdam, even in those days, was the home of sharks and jets, entrepreneurs, villains and heroes, most of them seeking a better future.

Mr Spufford has written highly praised non-fiction up till now - science, history, politics - though as he admits all his books have had an element of fiction about them. This time his research is worn more lightly, but one of the delights is knowing that the descriptions of time and place offer you a time machine into New York when it was the undoubtedly little sister of a metropolis like London.

Definitely different and great fun.

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Mandy’s Travel Page The World of holidays changes all the time, I bet most of you remember having that one special holiday during the summer that you looked forward to each year. Now it seems people prefer to break up the year with short breaks. It’s a great way to see more places and give yourself that much needed change of scenery.

We all know someone who has been to the obvious city destinations, but here are some places that maybe you haven’t thought about. Take a look and see which one captures your imagination.

Summer city getaways

Spain From its glittering beaches to its vibrant and cosmopolitan cities, from its medieval churches to its Colosseum-like football stadia, Spain is home to enough world-class tourist attractions to keep even the most jaded travellers enthralled and entertained.

If you loved the buzz of Barcelona, why not head to Valencia? Spain’s third-largest city oozes traditional character whilst being renowned for a lively collection of bars, clubs and restaurants. Marvel at the medieval architecture, stroll through one of many beautiful parks or relax on the beach – this sophisticated city has something for everyone.

Italy A country uniquely blessed with sights, attractions, great food and wine, and a lovely climate; Italy is not only the historical ‘centre of the western world’, but one of its most enthralling modern-day tourist destinations.

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France High fashion, delicious food, and an overwhelming sense of romance make France one of the most popular travel destinations in the world.

If you loved the romance of Paris, why not visit Lyon? Known for its historic architecture, gastronomy and vibrant culture, the many districts of Lyon are just waiting to be explored. Take a relaxing boat ride down its rivers, discover its rich and diverse 2,000-year history in the medieval buildings, or take in panoramic views of the city from Fourviere Hill.

Portugal Whether you choose to relax on one of its golden beaches, or head inland and do a little exploring of the country, you are bound to have a rich and rewarding experience travelling through Portugal.

If you loved the allure of Lisbon, why not visit Coimbra? This small but lively town is centred on one of Europe’s oldest universities. Marvel at the majestic university building overlooking this medieval wonderland, take in the sights of churches, museums and archaeological sites, or wander around pretty parks and gardens.

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Rambles with Rafa A shorter walk this month but a rewarding one all the same.

We begin and end near Portland Country Park, which just so happens to have a very dog friendly visitors centre. Perfect for a cuppa after a good walk, and maybe a snozzage for your pup!

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4 mile circular walk from Vicar Waters Country Park, near Clipstone

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Out & About

A daily guide to some of the local clubs and groups in your area

Monday

Tuesday (cont...)

st. andrews Baby & toddler group The Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 10am - 11.30am.

From young babies to school age.

Contact Sara t: 01773 608083 m: 07736 927854 dog obedience classes Vacancies for this continuous class at Pentrich Village Hall, 7pm until 9pm. Call Margaret for more info on 07917 854486 amber Valley Voices Friendly Community Choir that meets at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall 7.30pm. Call Angie 01773 605050 for more info. soroptimist International amber Valley The Women’s International Service Organisation - a global voice for women. Meets every 2nd Monday, 7-30 pm at Firs House, Firs Gardens, High St. Alfreton. Contact 01773 745082 or 748606 south normanton gardeners association Friendly group that meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at the Post Mill Centre, SN at 7:30pm. Call Nigel on 01773 811429 adult st John classes are held at Dunniclffe House, Hilcote Street, South Normanton from 18.00 - 19.30, if anyone is interested in becoming a member contact the St John Ambulance Regional Office in Chesterfield or visit the St John Ambulance website for further details. e.m.J.J.a Jiu Jitsu & kobudo cub Monday at Alfreton Community Hall, Mansfield Road, Alfreton.

7.30pm -9.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com toddler group Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10am – 12 every week. Contact Chris on 07738 221330 for more information.

Zion methodist, market street Coffee Club, 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 – 11.30am Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 over 50’s club Held at Riddings Park Community Centre, DE55 4EW. 10am to 12am, come and enjoy a friendly cuppa, Bingo, Raffle and a chat. youth spirit (arts and activities for teenage girls) - Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 6.30pm – 8pm every week. Contact Chris on 07738 221330 for more information.

Tuesday amber friendship group Meets on the 2nd Tuesday each month 2:30 to 4:30pm at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall for entertainment & afternoon tea. Call 01773 604204 for more info. dance group Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW - 8:30pm - 10:30pm. Come and join a friendly group. coffee morning Swanwick Baptist Church, Derby Road, Swanwick, DE55 1BG, hosts coffee, chat and crafts from 10am until 12pm. swanwick cygnets toddler group Meet at the Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 9.15am 10.45am. Contact Angela - 01773 606329. luncheon club At Swanwick Methodist Church, Derbys Road, Swanwick. DE55 1AB. Contact Gill on 01773 607860 for more details. starter & sweet lunches Held on the 4th Tuesday of each month, 12-2pm at St James Church, Riddings. Contact Mrs Allsopp 01773 607590. somercotes choral society Rehearsals 7:15-9:15 at Swanwick School & Sports College.

New members welcome; no formal audition. For more info, contact Andy on 01623 47921 / 077904 37330. nras chesterield (national rheumatoid arthritis society) On the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm until 8pm at Bridge Street Methodist Church, Bridge Street, Pilsley. S45 8HE. J28, the common Contact 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com Parent & Toddlers 9.30 – 11.30am. £1.50 per session, term time only

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Wednesday derbyshire wildlife trust Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings. Each month there is a rafle and speaker with topics of interest. swanwick wI 3rd Weds each month at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall, 7:30 9:30pm. Call Pam 01773 602335 for more info. oakwood royal British legion Meet at the Oakwood Community Centre, 8:30- 10:30pm. All welcome for socials & branch meetings. Call 01332 679282. alfreton town Juniors u14’s 7-8pm at Somerlea Park astro pitch, call Ben on 07972 927236. watchorn tots parent and toddler group Watchorn Church, Derby Road, Alfreton. Term time - 10am 11.30am Contact Judith - 01773 529313 over 50’s sequence dancing Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW. 2pm - 4pm. Small friendly group enjoying light exercise and friendship. Rafle tea and biscuits. Contact 01773 607907 Baby group Held at Pinxton Nursery School, Kirkstead Road, Pinxton. NG16 6NA. 1 – 3pm, All under 1’s welcome. Call 01773 863105 alfreton nursery school and children’s centre, parent & toddler drop in Alfreton Nursery School, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - Term time - 9am - 10am - Contact Angela Stanton : 01773 520031 greenhillock’s fellowship Over 50’s club at Wood St Methodist Church, Ripley. Wed 2pm to 3:30p. Call David on 01773 423854 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. south normanton dramatic society We meet at the Post Mill Centre in South Normanton, 7:30pm until 10pm. Contact Ian at sthnormds@gmail.com or FB www.facebook.com/SNorDS for more information. e.m.J.J.a Jiu Jitsu & kobudo cub Wednesday at Alfreton Leisure Centre, Church Street, Alfreton.

7.00pm – 8.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com J28, the common Parent & Toddlers 9.30 – 11.30am. £1.50 per session, term time only Wednesday Club 6.30 – 7.30 pm School Years 1-5, term time only Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com salvation army, market street Wednesday Night Fellowship @ 7pm Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386

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Saturday (cont...)

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 Gill on 01773 608863, email gilldawe.egd@gmail.com leabrooks cougars fc Training sessions for U13’s. 6-7pm at Swanwick Hall School. Contact Andy on 07811 227720. alfreton male Voice choir rehearsals 6:45pm at Palmer Morewood Social Club, Hall Street. New members welcome- no audition, just a love of singing. 01773 833391 ripley poetry reading group, Meet at Ripley Library, Grosvenor road,2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month, 2pm to 4pm.

Contact Janet Dawson, 01773 513247, for further details. salvation army, market street Drop-in Centre / Café 9.30 – 12.30 Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 Zion methodist, market street Youth Club for ages 5-11 @6.30pm Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 J28, the common Platinum Seniors, 1st Thursday of the month Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com

salvation army, market street Drop-in Centre / Café 9.30-12.30 Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 st michael & all angels, church street Coffee Morning. 1st Saturday of the month 10-12noon in the main church building. Contact Stephen Potter: 01773 811273 / stephen.potter55@gmail.com

craft group for all ages - Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10:30am – 12:30 every week. Contact Chris on 07738 221330 for more information. coffee morning for all 9.30am to 11.30am at the Riddings Park Community Centre (DE55 4EW). Come and enjoy a drink in pleasant company, all ages welcome, come and enjoy & make new friends.

Friday riddings wI Meet on the 3rd Friday of each month at Hathersage Drive Community Centre, Leabrooks. 7-9pm. New Members welcome. Contact Marion on 01773 607104. alfreton nursery school and children’s centre, parent & toddler drop in session.

Alfreton Nursery School, Grange Street, Alfreton., DE55 7JA Term time -1.30pm - 2.30pm. Contact Angela Stanton 01773 520031 swanwick absolute Beginners (jogging group) Swanwick Primary School at 9am. (term time only) Contact Jackie on 07966 603710. (www.activederbyshire.co.uk/jog/) alfreton rendezvous group Now meets at the Palmer Morewood Social Club on Hall Street.

Meetings start at 2 pm on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month.

Everyone is welcome. For more info call 01773 834281/747072.

J28, the common The Zone. School Years 6 – 11. 7.30 – 9.30.

50p entry plus tuck shop Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com shining stars youth group for under 12’s - Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 6:30pm – 8pm every week.

Contact Chris on 07738 221330 for more information.

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a.d.a.s.c football club Various training sessions 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 monthly coffee morning From Saturday 1st August held each month on the first Saturday from 10 am to noon. We will have a fantastic selection of scrumptious home-made cakes, Plants in variety and so much more. Entry is free. Held in Somercotes village hall, next to St Thomas parish church. Everyone Welcome.

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greenwood archery Meet at Swanwick Pentrich Road Football Club on High@ield Road at 10am. Call Simone on 01773 602605 for more details. amber Valley Junior rugby Coaching for kids from 4yrs to 16yrs at Lower Somercotes (opposite Pye Bridge Ind Est). Sundays 10am.

Contact Stuart 07966 867946 or Gareth 07595 520537. alfreton Heritage trust The Heritage Chapel on Rodgers Lane is open between 2 & 4pm. Visitors are welcome to browse & test the knowledge of Trust members. Contact Rachel Walker on 01773 832349 or visit www.alfretonheritage.org.uk café church A time to enjoy music and conversation in a relaxed atmosphere with refreshments - all welcome. Church of Christ Riddings, Colledge Street from 3pm. Call Chris 07738 221330. church of christ sunday service Meets every Sunday at 3pm at Colledge Street, Riddings. Everyone Welcome. table top sales At the Riddings Park Community Centre, West St. Riddings DE55 4EW. All starting at 10am until 12.o clock. Entrance 20p.

Sellers from 9am. at £5 a table to book Ring PAT on 01773 541794 st michael & all angels, church street Café Church in the church hall @ 10.30am Traditional service @ 4.30pm in the main church building First Sunday of the month @ 9.15am Holy Communion.

Contact: Stephen Potter 01773 811273 / stephen.potter55@gmail.com Zion methodist, market street Morning Worship @ 10.45am Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 J28, the common Morning Service @ 11am with ‘Energise’ children’s club Evening Service @6pm Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com salvation army, market street Sunday Worship @ 10.30am followed by refreshments in the Drop-in Centre / Café Contact: Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 community church, Birchwood room, postmill centre, off market street. 10.45am All Welcome.

Children’s activities during the meeting. Mark Oldershaw 07971547555 snccpastor@gmail.com

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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 amber Valley gymnastics club monday, wednesday and friday evenings and saturday afternoons.

Sessions range from beginners to competitive levels. For information or to join please email ambervalleygymnastics@outlook.com stonebroom pre-school We are open monday, tuesday, wednesday, thursday & friday, term time, 9.00am - 12.00pm. We offer places for children aged 2 - 5 years.

Stonebroom Village Hall, Cleveland Road. Tel: 07971 804 936 south normanton cricket club is recruiting new players of any standard from the ages of 13 upwards. We play most saturdays/sundays at the Jim Simms Memorial Ground in South Normanton (next to the Boundry Pub) Meeting from 12.30. For more information please call 07984 316020

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If some of your daffs have been “blind” or non-flowering this year, chances are they could do with a good feed – once a month until their leaves die down (not knotting the leaves) or that they’re overcrowded, in which case lift and replant.

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Cooper’s Corner Follow Barry on Twitter @bazdjcooper Nottingham Forest writer at the Nottingham Post It’s a common theme; a young player breaks through at a lower league club and the Premier League scouts soon come sniffing. But what is the best thing for the player to do, stick or twist? Often an emotional issue for fans who can see the young player as one of their own, but is modern football too ruthless for such concepts…over to Barry.

Ben Brereton should not fall into the Patrick Bamford trap…

At just 17 years of age, it must feel like Brereton has the world at his feet, having scored the most dramatic of late winners against Aston Villa and a fine header against Fulham. To those around Nottingham Forest, that 93rd-minute winner against Steve Bruce’s side at the City Ground didn’t come as a surprise. For the last couple of years following his arrival from Stoke City, Brereton has been scoring goal after goal, week after week.

For Brereton, his rise is genuine Roy Of The Rovers stuff, but he can’t fall into the trap that Patrick Bamford did a few years ago.

Having been released by his hometown club in 2015, it could have been easy for the striker to wonder if he was ever going to make it, but he’s well on the way now. Gary Brazil spotted something in the tall, gangly youngster, something strong enough to waste no time in dragging him along the A50 from the Bet365 Stadium to Nottingham.

He saw something that cannot be coached – the ability to score a goal.

It’s that unique ability that attracted Chelsea to sign Patrick Bamford at the age of 18, when he was just a few months older than Brereton. In 2012, Forest were struggling financially, and boss Steve Cotterill could do little to stop Bamford leaving for Stamford Bridge in a deal worth around £1.5 million, it’s a bitter pill that still rankles among many in Nottingham even now.

A young Bamford, born in Grantham but nurtured on the banks of the Trent, left Forest without making a senior start, and the former Reds striker went on to live something of a nomadic existence. For the

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next four years or so, he was flogged around in loan spells at MK Dons, Derby County, Crystal Palace, Norwich, Burnley and Middlesbrough.

Some were successful, some not so. He ended up closing the Chelsea chapter on his career in January when he signed a permanent deal at the Riverside Stadium for £6 million.

Shipped from here to there, and back again, without anywhere to call home has undoubtedly hampered Bamford’s progress in recent years and, given his ability, he should have been playing regularly long before now. Yes, he may still go on and have a good career, but it could have been so much better.

If there was ever a warning close to home for Brereton, that is it. With interest from Manchester United and Liverpool, it would take a remarkable person to not be swayed by talk of a move to the Premier League and one of those clubs. He, like the rest of us, is only human.

It’s easy for people like us in the media to dictate to players, but hopefully, the wise old heads of Gary Brazil and Jack Lester should be two people he listens to the most – they’ll know what’s best for him, whether that’s in the interests of the club or not. Even with strong competition from senior players at the City Ground, there’s no reason why Brereton can’t continue learning his trade and developing as a player and a man at Forest.

While a footballer’s career may be relatively short, the shadow of Patrick Bamford should loom large in the corridors at Wilford Lane. Keep learning your trade and, in time, your chance to play in the Premier League will come. And you just never know, it might be with Nottingham Forest.

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