The Alfreton & Villages Edition - February 2018

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Editor’s Message As we are allegedly getting through the winter period, activities are starting to come back as we emerge from hibernation! February means that Love is in the air… so have a little peek at the Valentine’s Fair in Derby Market Place. Alternatively, February also brings half-term holidays and if you are looking for a few ways to entertain your little monsters, check out the events from Chatsworth, Kedleston Hall and a bit of Medieval Mayhem at Bolsover Castle, in our ‘Things to do’ section.

The launch of the new magazine is drawing closer and our attentions have turned to the distribution as well as reaching out to our existing and potential new advertisers.

Soooo… if you know anyone that is interested in either advertising in or delivering for our new SELSTON, PINXTON AND JACKSDALE EDITION!!!... then please drop me a line either via phone or email and we’ll sort out everything else this end!

In other news, I’m making some good headway on the charity dog work already! Somewhat surprisingly the husband didn’t seem too objectionable in the first week in January and so I quickly capitalised on this and booked in for a home check two weeks later!! Standby for further updates… J Finally, what did you think to the crossword last month?

Just in case you didn’t see the answers on our Facebook page, we’ve attached them below this month’s crossword.

We are interested in getting sponsors for this feature so that we can offer our wonderful readers a prize. So if you know anyone that might be interested, then please pass on my details.

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Things to do Medieval Mayhem at Bolsover Castle

Have your kids got you into a flap this half term? Then why not get down to Kedleston Hall for some crafty avian action.

Step back in time and have Medieval fun this February half term. Meet Sir Cuss for your squire training and get active in games to test your skill and courage.

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Sat 17th, 18th, 24th & 25th Feb. 10am – 12pm and 2pm – 4pm

Monday 19th to Friday 23rd February 11am to 3pm

Encourage birds to stay a while in your garden by making a bird box and bird feeder. Put the box up in your garden when you get home and see if you get a feathered family moving in!

Additional charge £6 + usual admission charge.

No booking required - Drop in on a first come first served basis.

Prices: £10.80 Adults, 6.50 Child (5-15) Concessions £9.70. Family £28.10. Pay on the door.

Valentines Fair at Derby Marketplace

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16th – 24th February

19th – 23rd February. 11am – 3pm Get creative and create your own little lovebirds from milk bottles that would usually go in the rubbish. Additional charge £2.50 + usual admission charge. No booking required - Drop in sessions.

Normal admission charges: £6.80 child. £13.60 adult.

For more information about any of the events call 01332 842191 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kedleston-hall

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The Valentine’s Fun Fair returns to the Market Place in Derby this February Half Term Holiday. This event will see the return of the ever-popular Tango ride, the exhilarating Speed XXL ride plus family favourites such as the Twister and Beach Party Miami. The will also be children’s attractions for the smaller kids.

Prices vary depending on the ride.

For more info visit: www.derbylive.co.uk/whats-on

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On Saturday 3rd February we will be having our monthly coffee morning in the village hall next to church.

10:00 am to 12 noon

We will have a fantastic selection of delicious homemade cakes, Bric-a-Brac, a raffle, stalls selling a wide choice of cd’s books & DVD’s, a clothing stall with both new and pre-owned items, a jewellery stall, refreshments with tea, coffee, biscuits etc.

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Half term opening at CHatswortH Hall farmyard & playground

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Beef Wellington No-one wants to miss out on those special occasions but it can be tough to stay on plan whilst enjoying a romantic meal. So, with Valentine’s Day approaching why not gives this sumptuous dish a try? After all, a little bit of what you fancy does you good!

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1. Put the porcini mushrooms in a bowl, cover with boiling water and soak for 20 minutes. Drain, saving the liquid, and finely chop.

2. Preheat your oven to 220°C/Fan 200°C/Gas 7 and line a baking tray with non-stick baking parchment. Place a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat and spray with low calorie cooking spray. Add the shallots, garlic and the porcini and chestnut mushrooms and fry for 3 minutes, stirring. Pour over the reserved mushroom liquid and cook for a further 3 minutes or until all the liquid has evaporated. Stir in the parsley and season, then transfer to a bowl and leave to cool for 20 minutes.

3. Cut a pastry sheet in half and lay one piece across the other to make a cross or star shape (depending on the shape of your sheets). Place one of the beef fillets in the middle and spoon over a quarter of the mushroom mixture. Bring up the sides of the pastry to encase it tightly, scrunch it up at the top and spray with a little more low calorie cooking spray. Repeat to make the other wellingtons and spread them apart on the baking tray.

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Lizzie Fawkes grows up in an idealistic radical family in Bristol at the turn of the 18th century, a time of revolt and violence across Europe. Her mother writes pamphlets on women’s rights, their social circle is dangerously close to the French revolution. Fear of The Terror, as it became known, is spreading nearer home.

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Birdcage Walk, by Helen Dunmore, starts with a woodland burial and its unsettling menace hangs over the events of the book. Violence lies just below the surface. But this is not a thriller, or a murder mystery. What it does give us is a sense of what it means to be an ordinary person caught up in personal turmoil and tragedy as history drives the human story forward.

It’s also a story about women and love. The Birdcage Walk of the title is the upmarket mansion development which Lizzie’s husband is selling his soul for. But it’s also a perfect image for Lizzie’s life – trapped in the cage of his expectations of a wife and his possessiveness.

The consequences of the revolution are human scale in this book. There is a lot of period detail, but a warmth and simplicity about the story telling which makes it a good read. It was also Helen Dunmore’s last book. She died last summer and this final novel is a fine and satisfying piece of writing.

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Rambles with Rafa Despite the inclement weather we know our readers (and their furry friends) still want their monthly dose of fresh air and exercise. So, our resident rambler (David from JH legal) continues to brave the elements, bringing you a fantastic walk on the edge of the peak district, with views well worthy of the effort.

This walk begins in Holymoorside, lovely village where it takes you out past the village pond and then south across country before heading up past Stanedge Golf Course, with some lovely views, before reaching the B5057. From there you will head back north, crossing the small River Hipper, before a short climb and some fantastic views, then heading back to Holymoorside where you can find is a dog friendly pub (The Bulls Head serves a delicious Sunday dinner!)

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A reasonably short walk which should take you and your dog around 2 hours to complete. Although it is mostly on trails and paths there may be some uneven and muddy terrain, depending on the weather so please wear appropriate footwear. As always, follow the countryside code, keeping dogs on leads where appropriate. There are a couple of roads to cross and one short section of road to walk along, so please take plenty of care.

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5. Turn right along the lane and continue to walk along the lane with a stone wall on your left. When the stone wall ends, continue along the lane for a short distance and then turn left going uphill following the arrow on a marker post. After a short distance pass through a gap in a stone wall and then continue uphill going through some trees.

6. After some distance you will reach a large wooden gate directly in front of you. Follow the arrow on the gate post around to the right to continue uphill keeping a stone wall on your left. Continue uphill for quite some distance until you reach a golf course.

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7. Continue along the edge of the golf course until reaching a track and a sign reading ‘Deep Water’ directly in front of you. Turn right to continue along the track and a signposted footpath. After a short distance you will pass a farm on your right. Continue straight ahead until the track turns into a tarmac lane and then you will pass by a car park and clubhouse on your right.

8. Continue straight ahead and after some distance follow the lane sharp around to the left. Then continue along the lane until reaching a busy main road. Turn right, continue along the road for a short distance and then turn right again to continue along a lane and signposted footpath. (CAUTION: there is no footpath along the road.)

9. Continue along the lane going downhill and after a short distance pass a sign for ‘Stone Hay Farm’.

Continue all the way down to the farm and then into the farmyard. Be sure to pass by a stone cottage on your left and keep the stone outbuildings on your right. Continue to pass between the buildings and then follow the arrow on a marker post, on your left, to head along a footpath into some trees.

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13. Continue along this road for a short distance until reaching a cross roads. Go straight across at the cross roads and then continue straight ahead back to the start.

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Out & About

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

Monday

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- alfretonjogclub@gmail.com. dog obedience classes Vacancies for this continuous class at Pentrich Village Hall, 7pm until 9pm. Call Margaret for more info on 07917 854486 alfreton treble clef Girls Choir Community Centre, Providence Place, off Nuttall Street, Alfreton. From 7.30pm - 9pm. Members welcome from age 11. Call Charlotte on 07909 919737 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 for more info. 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 new toddler group Monday mornings at Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10am starting on Monday 2nd November. Places may be limited, so contact Chris on 01773 779839 to register your interest. stonebroom methodist male Voice choir The Choir sings Christian music and practice is held at Stonebroom Methodist Church at 7:30pm, typically twice a month. Please contact 01773 834965 for more information. rotary club of alfreton Rotary is where neighbours, friends and problem solvers share ideas and take action to create lasting changes. Meet Monday lunchtime at Santos Higham Farm, DE55 6EH Contact John North secretary on 07484 4101274

Tuesday alfreton wI Meet every 4th Tuesday at Wesley Methodist Church Ellesmere Avenue/Nottingham Road Alfreton DE55 7HW at 7:30pm. Contact Linda Singleton 01773 520243. little ones group Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - 1.30pm to 3pm. Contact 01629 533066 South Wingfield Youth Club Fun & activities for kids aged 6-14 at South Wingfield Social Club, 43 High Road, DE55 7LX from 7pm - 8:30pm. Contact Joy - Marie Cooper 07563 770429.

South Wingfield Local History Group Meet on the 2nd Tuesday every month at S.Wingfield Cricket Club, Holme Lane.

New members welcome. Visit http://swlhg.org.uk/index.html 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. Zion methodist, market street Coffee Club, 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 – 11.30am Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 South Wingfield W.I. We meet on the 1st Tuesday each month (except Aug) at 7:15pm in the Church Hall, South Wingfield, DE55 7NY. Contact 01773 778493 alfreton Badminton club (reasonable standard preferred) At Frederick Gent School, Mansfield Rd, South Normanton, DE55 2ER, 6pm – 8pm. Contact Andy on 07810 431599

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Tuesday (cont...) alfreton model railway’s society club - open from 7pm for our club nights. The model railway is open for running most weekends and school holidays 11am to 5pm. Contact secretary. arms@btinternet.com, Fb: pg/alfretonmrs/about/, Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3QZ, T: 07838 002459.

Wednesday

watchorn tots parent and toddler group Watchorn Church, Derby Road, Alfreton. Term time - 10am - 11.30am.

For further details contact Judith via www.watchornchurch.com 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 alfreton town Juniors u14’s 7-8pm at Somerlea Park astro pitch, call Ben on 07972 927236. oakwood royal British legion Meet at the Oakwood Community Centre, 8:30- 10:30pm. All welcome for socials & branch meetings. Call 01332 679282. 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 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.

Baby group Held at Pinxton Nursery School, Kirkstead Road, Pinxton.

NG16 6NA. 1 – 3pm, All under 1’s welcome. Call 01773 863105 for more info.

West Ashfield Inner Wheel meet on the second Wednesday of each month at Alfreton Golf Club at 7:00pm. For more information call 01773 540788 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 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

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 child Health 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 alfreton society of painters Going for over 70 years. New members welcome. 7-9pm at the Genesis Centre, King Street, Alfreton. Call Carol for more info on 01773 603707.

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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 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 Breastfeeding group The Genesis Centre – Soft Play, King St, Alfreton, DE55 7DQ, 12:30 – 2:30pm. Make new friends, share tips and discuss any issues you may have. Contact - 01629 533735. 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 newton toddler group 1pm until 3pm (term time only) in Newton Community Centre.

Contact Kathryn on 01773 872031 for more information. alfreton and district men’s probus club For retired men, meeting for lunch, convivial conversation, and an occasional guest speaker on the first Thursday of each month at The Hilcote Country Club. New members wanted. Anyone interested, contact Tony Hopkins - 01773 873143 or Roy Garrett - 01773 811259 carry-together sling library The Genesis Centre – Soft Play, King St, Alfreton, DE55 7DQ, 1pm – 2:30pm (every other week). www.facebook.com/CarryTogetherSlingLibrary tibshelf wI meet on the first Thursday of the month at 7.30pm at Tibshelf Church. Contact tibshelfwi@hotmail.com alfreton life drawing Untutored group, life model, at Firs House Alfreton 7-9pm Contact Julie 07881383282 tibshelf Band We are a friendly mixed age group from 8 to 75ish that enjoy playing music and learning new techniques. Meet at the cricket pavilion Shetland Road Tibshelf Derbys DE55 5QE. Beginners start at 17.30 to 18.30 and full band rehearsal is from 18.30 to 21.00. Contact Pete Ward Director of music on 07870 279 639 or peterandrewward@hotmail.com

Friday

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 alfreton model railway’s society club - open from 7pm for our club nights. The model railway is open for running most weekends and school holidays 11am to 5pm. Contact secretary. arms@btinternet.com, Fb: pg/alfretonmrs/about/, Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3QZ, T: 07838 002459.

Saturday

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

Saturday (cont...) salvation army, market street Drop-in Centre / Café 9.30 – 12.30 Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 st michaels & all angels parish church, church street, south normanton Coffee morning last Saturday of the month from 10:00am to 12noon. Cakes and goods for sale to raise money for the building fund. Everyone welcome! Contact: Rev Stephen Potter: 01773 811273 email: stephen.potter55@gmail.com

Sunday table top sales At the Riddings Park Community Centre, West St, Riddings, DE55 4EW. First Sunday of the month, 10am to 12pm. Entrance 20p. Sellers from 9am - £5 per table.

To book ring Pat on 01773 541794 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 Zion methodist, market street Morning Worship @ 10.45am Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 J28, the common Morning Service @ 10.30am with ‘Energise’ children’s club Evening Service @ 5pm 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 st michaels & all angels parish church, church street, south normanton We warmly welcome you to our services. 9:15am Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month. 10:30am Cafe Church in the Church Hall each week. 4:30pm Evening Prayer or Holy Communion.

Stephen Potter 01773 811273 or stephen.potter55@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 to friday evenings and all-day saturday. Sessions range from beginners to competitive levels. With pre-school classes during term time ranging from parent and baby sessions to structured independent sessions. For more information 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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Mike’s Musings If you recall Mike’s ‘things that annoy most decent people’ series last year you will know that Mike is always a man with a plan. He sees a problem and he applies his, somewhat unique, mind to the task of solving it. The worrying thing is his ideas seem no worse than any of those of the people in power!

Part 1 of ‘How we can make this a better country’ I’m thinking of forming a new political party. One that speaks for ordinary people and the things they care about. Come and join me to ensure that our populist policies become part of the future fabric of our caring and sharing society.

The first part of our manifesto, which deals with some of the more important issues currently facing us, is listed below.

Problem No 1 – Speed bumps are the bane of all sensible motorists.

Policy – retain them, but revert to calling them sleeping policemen. The problem will still be there but at least the change of name makes them sound a bit better.

Problem No 2 – Inconsiderate use of mobile phones in restaurants and on public transport.

Policy – Give waiters, train managers and bus drivers the authorisation to immediately amputate the hand of any offender. NB – both hands for repeat offenders.

Problem No 3 – A nationwide issue, but an especially prevalent one in my own village, is the mess left behind by the inconsiderate owners of incontinent dogs.

Policy – Reintroduce the dog licence and as part of the registration process, owners be requested to submit a ‘sample’. NB – from the dog, silly!

Funded by the fines raised – it would initially be a small fortune in Newton alone – a national task force be set up to have the DNA of all dog poo checked against centrally held records.

Problem No 4 – the nation is being littered by irresponsible householders who, each fortnight, insist on putting out their recyclable papers etc. in boxes exposed to the elements, as opposed to within a sealed container.

Policy – For a first offence, and under supervision (NB – the dog poo wardens could combine this with their main duties), the culprit be asked to pick up every item of litter found within a 50 yard radius of their house. For subsequent offences, the ‘deep clean’ area be extended by a further 50 yards.

Problem No 5 – Journalists who seem to think they’re ‘with it’ by describing the nation’s national sport as ‘footie’. They clearly know very little of the reality of following football.

Policy – Those guilty should be provided with a Chesterfield FC Season Ticket (NB – this to apply in the 2017/18 football season only. It may well be YOUR club next year!). This will remind them that there are many less twee and more active descriptors for the so called ‘beautiful game’.

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As we’ve been talking politics, and it seems as if 2022 (as a reminder for those of you still wanting to say two thousand and twenty two, that should be twenty, twenty two........... by the way!) will be the year of the next General Election, for this month’s little quiz, can you state the years in which the last ten Elections have taken place?

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With shrubs such as buddleia, hydrangea and fuchsia – all late flowerers – you can take about a third off the height. Cut, using clean secateurs, above an outward facing bud.

Roses other than climbers or ramblers, should be pruned back to just above the second outward facing bud from the base of each stem. The “outward-facing” rule stops the centre of the plant getting congested, and hopefully will help to ward off disease. It also helps shape the plant.

Clematis which flowers mid to late summer can be hard pruned back to a strong pair of buds. But early flowerers should just be tidied up. If you chop them too hard you risk taking off flower buds.

If you’ve left last year’s perennial growth you can now cut back to ground level before this year’s crown starts to grow.

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Cooper’s Corner Follow Barry on Twitter @bazdjcooper Nottingham Forest writer at the Nottingham Post Last month Barry lamented the lack of long-term vision of the owners and chairmen of our local football teams. Since then another manager has been shown the door leaving many wondering about the prospects of the new man in the job seeing out his contract.

Here’s our Barry’s take on it.

The New Year saw yet another change in management at Nottingham Forest, though few could say it came as anything but a surprise.

Mark Warburton lasted nine months at the City Ground, with his fate sealed after a woeful home display to Sunderland, and the ex-Rangers boss was given his marching orders on New Year’s Eve. More than 55,000 spectators attended their two home games over Christmas against Sheffield Wednesday and the Black Cats, and many left before the end – something that didn’t go unnoticed in the City Ground boardroom – another nail in Warburton’s coffin.

Forest wasted little time in appointing Aitor Karanka, a man with a tremendous pedigree as a player and coach at Real Madrid, before more recently guiding Middlesbrough to promotion from the Championship. Karanka does indeed have the pedigree and though I personally would have preferred owner Evangelos Marinakis to have gone with Barnsley’s Paul Heckingbottom, there is no question that the Spaniard represents a sound move.

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Believe it or not, it’s almost 20 years since Forest last graced the Premier League and there needs to be plenty of remedial work to a bloated squad if he’s to achieve that aim during his stay on the banks of the Trent. A core of talented youngsters have come through the Nigel Doughty Academy, but it wouldn’t be unreasonable to expect the squad to look vastly different come the start of the new season in August, compared to now.

In his spell at Boro, which was largely heralded a huge success given his promotion, Karanka signed over 50 players and while I don’t expect anything like that at Forest, he will be given funds and plenty of wriggle room to make the changes he thinks are needed to get the club out of the hole they’ve been in for a while.

It’s not beyond the realms of possibility that if Karanka does see out the majority of his contract, he would have done what no manager has done since Dave Bassett, and returned the Reds back to England’s elite.

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