Voice Magazines - Alfreton & Villages Edition - May 2019

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Things to do

Things to do “The Man Without A Past”

by New Perspectives Theatre at Crich Glebe

Sunday 19th May at 7:30 pm

Featuring a soundtrack from “Songs of Praise” to sultry jazz, this part-melancholic love story, part-deliciously deadpan comedy, takes you on one man’s extraordinary journey from anonymity to unexpected salvation..

Contact David Lane on 01773 853 260 or visit www.crichglebefieldcentre.org for more information

1940’s -1950’s Afternoon Tea Dance

Sunday 23rd June at Shirland Village Hall, 1pm - 4.30pm Ticket only, please call Tina for tickets on 07793 581112

Hardy Plant Group

The group meets at 2pm on the third Saturday on the month at Shirland Village Hall.

Visitors are welcome. Contact Nigel Needham on 01773 811429 for more details.

Upcoming Talks: Saturday May 18th - Annual Plant Fair - 11am to 1pm, same venue

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

Chesterfield Canal Trust Fish and Chip Cruises The John Varley will be running two-hour lunchtime Fish and Chip cruises, leaving at 12pm, from Tapton Lock on May 22nd and evening Fish and Chip cruises, leaving at 7pm, on May 1st, 15th and 29th.

All cost £16.50

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UPCOMING WALKS All walks meet at 9:30am at Alfreton Library Car Park….

Sun 5th May

Llandudno Weekend

Sun 19th May Sun 2nd June

The Madeline running two-hour evening Fish and Chip cruises, leaving at 7pm, on May 23rd.

Cost £16.

Book by calling 01629 533020. More information at www.chesterfieldcanal-trust.org.uk

CRICH TRAMWAY MUSEUM EVENTS Sunday 5th & Monday 6th May – Beer and Bands at Crich – Beer festival with various bands of different genres playing.

Chesterfield Area Walking Festival 11th – 19th May

Sunday 19th May - Classic Transport Gathering - Welcoming classic vehicles built prior to 1979. See website for details.

With a range of walks from a 2/3-mile family ramble up to the 34-mile Chesterfield Round Walk, there is a walk for everyone. .

Saturday 25th May – Sunday 2nd June – Beside the Seaside Family event bringing the seaside to Derbyshire. There will be a funfair, with rides at additional cost

Most walks are free but some charges may apply.

Visit www.visitchesterfield. info/whats-on/walkingfestival for more information and to book online.

The Rotary Club of Alfreton

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South Wingfield Social Club 43 High Road, South Wingfield, Alfreton DE55 7LX

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Slimming World Recipe Chicken Tikka Masala This is a true Slimming World Classic! Lot’s of people who follow the plan say the curries are amazing and this is one of the original and best. So why not try for yourself?

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Method: 1. In a large dish, mix together the lime juice, yogurt and 3 tablespoons of the tikka curry powder. Season lightly, then add the chicken and toss to coat well.

Marinate in the fridge for 4 hours, or overnight if time permits.

2. When you’re ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium.

3. Spray a large non-stick frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, ginger, chilli, cinnamon, cumin and remaining tikka curry powder and fry for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the tomato purée and 250ml water. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring often.

4. Meanwhile, thread the chicken pieces onto metal skewers, spray with low-calorie cooking spray and grill for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through, turning occasionally. Remove the chicken from the skewers and stir into the sauce. Take the sauce off the heat, stir in the fromage frais and scatter over the coriander.

5. Serve hot with your favourite rice.

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2nd Tuesday of each month 9am – 12 noon – South Normanton Market Place 12.30 – 1.30pm – Somercotes Market Place 2nd Wednesday of each month 9.30am – 12 noon – Clay Cross Market Street 12.15 – 1.15pm – Morton Sitwell Arms

2nd Friday of each month 9am – 1pm – Ripley Market Place 3rd Tuesday of each month 9am – 12 noon – Blackwell Community Centre 12.30 – 1.30pm – Newton Community Centre

3rd Thursday of each month 9am – 1pm Alfreton Severn Centre Car Park (Outside B&M Bargains) 3rd Friday of each month 9am – 2pm – Sutton Market Place Portland Square (outside wilko)

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Book Review

The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood

To say Margaret Atwood is a bit of a superstar writer is an understatement. In the wake of The Handmaid’s Tale on TV, which has introduced the Canadian author to a whole new audience, she’s arriving on our shores in autumn for a sell-out speaking tour of the UK.

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So fans are currently waiting for Testaments, described as a sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale. But in the meantime a short treat from Margaret Atwood is The Penelopiad, written as part of a series in which wellknown current writers such as Philip Pullman and Jeanette Winterson have re-told myths from ancient times.

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In the original story, Penelope is the perfect devoted wife of Odysseus, silently weaving and waiting for her hero husband to return covered in glory from a conquering voyage around the world.

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Needless to say, the chaps in this telling of the tale don’t emerge covered in glory, but it is immense fun with some serious barbs and you don’t need any knowledge of Greek myths to get it.

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Out & About

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

Monday Alfreton Jog Club 7-10pm, Alfreton Leisure Centre, Minimum 30mins Steady Pace, Contact Anne or Amy, alfretonjogclub@gmail.com Alfreton Treble Clef 7.30-9pm, Community Centre, Alfreton, Girls from 11, Contact Charlotte, 07907 919737 Soroptimist International Amber Valley Firs House Alfreton, The Womens International Service Organisation - a global voice for women, 2nd Monday of the month, 01773 745082 or 748606 South Normanton Gardeners Association 7.30pm, Post Mill Centre, 2nd Monday of the month, Contact Nigel, 01773 811429 E.M.J.J.A Jiu Jitsu & Kobudo Club 7.30-9pm, Alfreton Community Hall, £5 Lesson first one free, Contact Sensei D.Kershaw, 07840 327134, darrenker@sky.com Stonebroom Methodist Male Voice Choir 7.30pm, Stonebroom Methodist Church, Sings Christian music, twice a month, 01773 834965 Rotary Club of Alfreton, Lunchtime Santos Higham Farm, Contact John North Secretary, 07484 4101274 Higham & Shirland WI 7.30pm Shirland Miners Welfare, 2nd Monday of the month, Contact Wendy Wild, 01773 833052 South Normanton & Alfreton District Amateur Radio Club, 7pm, Post Mill Centre, www.snadarc.com Amber Valley Voices, 7.30pm, Swanwick Sports College, Community Choir, Contact Angie, 07425 136017 Clay Cross Photographic Society 7.30pm, St Marys Centre, Pilsley, All abilities

Tuesday

Alfreton WI 7.30pm, Wesley Methodist Church, 4th Tuesday of the month, Contact Linda Singleton, 01773 520243

South Wingfield Youth Club, 7-8.30pm, South Wingfield Social Club, Ages 6-14, Contact Joy Marie Cooper, 07563 770429

NRAS Chesterfield (National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society) 6.30-8pm, Tesco Clay Cross Community Room, 1st Tuesday of the month, 01628 823524 South Wingfield WI 7.15pm, Church Hall South Wingfield, 1st Tuesday of the month, 01773 778493

Alfreton Badminton Club 7pm-10pm, Fredrick Gent School, New members welcome, 07415 209953 or 07795 505388 Alfreton Model Railways Society Club from 7pm, Butterley Station, Model Railway open most weekends and school holidays 11-5pm, Contact Secretary, 07838 002459, secretary.arms@btinternet.com Ripley & District U3A 11am, The Angel, Ripley, 4th Tuesday of the month

Derby A Capella, 7.30pm - 10pm, Chester Green Community Centre, City Road, DE1 3SA, Contact Gordon, 01332 518594, gordonsavage@yahoo.co.uk

South Wingfield WI, 7.15pm, All Saints Hall, Church Lane, South Wingfield, 1st Tuesday of the month, 01773 778493

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Wednesday Mindfulness Yoga 1.30pm or 7pm, Palmer Morewood Social Club, Bring own Yoga Mat, Contact Holly, 07725 974014 Watchorn Tots Parent and Toddler Group 11am-11.30am, Watchorn Church, Further details www. watchornchurch.com, Contact Judith Alfreton Town Juniors U14’s 7-8pm, Somerlea Park astro pitch, Contact Ben, 07972 9277236 Oakwood Royal British Legion 8.30-10.30pm, Oakwood Community Centre, All welcome for socials and branch meetings, 01332 679282 Amber Valley Chess Club Community Rooms, monthly, call for dates and times, Contact Paul, 01773 833007 AVRUFC Senior Section 7-8.30pm, Amber Valley RUFC, For Training during closed season, Contact Stuart Artliff or Gareth Pilkington, 07966 867946/07722 366157 Baby Group 1-3pm, Pinxton Nursery School, All under 1’s welcome, 01773 863105 West Ashfield Inner Wheel 7pm, The Hub South Normanton, 2nd Wednesday of the month South Normanton Dramatics Society 7.30-10pm, Post Mill Centre, www.facebook.com/SNorDS for more details, Contact Ian, sthnormds@gmail.com E.M.J.J.AJiu Jitsu & Kobudo Club 7-8pm, Alfreton Leisure Centre, £5 lesson first one free, Contact Sensei D.Kershaw, 07840 327134, darrenker@sky.com Salvation Army Fellowship, pm, Salvation Army Marke Street, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellors, 07855 455093/01773 783386 South Wingfield Local History Group 7.30pm, Zion Chapel, South Wingfield, 2nd Wednesday of the month, not July or August. http://swlhg.org.uk for more information Alfreton Mindfullness Yoga, 1.30pm - 2.30pm & 7pm - 8pm, Palmer Morewood Social Club, Restorative yoga suitable for all ages and abilities, focusing on breathing techniques and relaxation. £7 per session, Contact Holly, 07725 974014 Newton Methodist Church Afternoon Tea, 2-4pm, Newton Methodist Church, 2nd Wendesday of the month, Contact Barbara Mee, 01773 873414 Newton Methodist Church Lunch & Matinee , 12.30pm, Newton Methodist Church, last Wedneday of the month. £6.50 per person, Contact Barbara Mee, 01773 873414

Thursday

Alfreton Model Railways Society Club from 7pm, Butterley Station, Model Railway open most weekends and school holidays 11-5pm, Contact Secretary, 07838 002459, secretary.arms@btinternet.com Alfreton Society of Painters 7-9pm, Hathersage Community Centre, Contact Carol, 01773 603707

Alfreton & District U3A 2pm, Christ the King Church Hall, 2nd Thursday of the month, Contact Gill , 01773 608863, gilldawe@gmail.com

Alfreton Male Voice Choir Rehearsals 6.45pm, Palmer Moorwood Social Club, New members welcome.

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Breastfeeding Group 12.30-2.30pm, The Genesis Centre, Make new friends, discuss any issues you may have, 01629 533735

Ripley Poetry Reading Group 2-4pm, Ripley Library, 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, Contact Janet Dawson, 01773 513247 Salvation Army Market Street 9.30-12.30pm, Salvation Army Market Street, Drop in Centre, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellors, 07855 455093/01773 783386 Newton Toddler Group 1-3pm, Newton Community Centre, Term time only, Contact Kathryn, 01773 872031

Alfreton & District Probus Club Hilcote Country Club, 1st Thursday of the month, retired ladies & gentlemen, occasional speaker, Contact Tony, 01773 873143/07519 610138 Carry-together Sling Library 1-2.30pm, Genesis Centre - Soft Play, Every other week, www. facebook.com/CarryTogetherSlingLibrary

Tibshelf WI, 7.30pm Tibshelf Church, 1st Thursday on the month, tibshelfwi@hotmail. com

Alfreton Life Drawing 7-9pm, Firs House Alfreton, Untutored Group, life model, Contact Julie, 07881 383282

Tibshelf Band Cricket Pavilion Shetland Rd, Tibshelf, Beginners 17.30-18.30 Full band 18.30-2100 . From 8 years up, Contact Pete Ward, Director of Music, 07870 279639, peterandrewward@hotmail.com Alfreton & District British Legion 7.15pm, Palmer-Morewood Club, 2nd Thursday of the month, Contact Mike, abrbl@gmail.com

Knit & Natter Group 6.30-8.30pm, Providence Place Community Centre, Free Refreshments, free tuition for beginners & Intermediates, Nonknitters welcome, Contact Linda, 07928 948723

Crich Heritage Partnership 7.30pm, Glebe Field Centre, Last Thursday in the month, Contact Roger, 01773 857762 Ripley & District U3A 2pm, St Josephs Church Hall, Open speaker meetings, u3asites. org.uk/Ripley

Alfreton Male Voice Choir Rehearsals 6.45pm, Palmer Moorwood Social Centre, New members welcome - no audition, just a love of singing, 01773 833391 Alfreton Cyclists Touring Club 7 - 8.30pm, Gloves Lane, Blackwell, More details and full programme at alfretonctc.000webhostapp.com, 07719 933824

Friday Alfreton Model Railways Society Club from 7pm, Butterley Station, Model Railway open most weekends and school holidays 11-5pm, Contact Secretary, 07838 002459, secretary. arms@btinternet.com Alfreton Rendezvous Group 1pm, Palmer Morewood Social Club, 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, 01773 834281/747072 Baby Music & Rhyme 15 months - 2 years, 10-10.45am and 0-14 months 11-11.45am , Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, School Term time only. , 01629 533066 to book a place

Saturday Derbyshire Hardy Plants 2pm, Shirland Village Hall, 3rd Saturday of the month, Contact Anne Marshall, 01509 673770 Salvation Army Market Street 9.30-12.30pm, Salvation Army Market Street, Drop in Centre, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellors, 07855 455093/01773 783386 England Athletics Running Group 12pm, Opposite the Miners arms, Park Street, Alfreton, Free to everyone and open to all abilities, we run at least 5k and up to 10k

Sunday

Greenwood Archery 10am Swanwick Pentrich Rd Football Club, Contact Simone, 01773 602605 Amber Valley Junior Rugby 10am, Lower Somercotes Opp. Pye Bridge, Kids 4-16 years, Contact Stuart Artliff or Gareth Pilkington, 07966 867946/07722 366157 Alfreton Heritage Trust 2-4pm, The Heritage Chapel, Rodgers Lane Cemetary, Alfreton, Collections of photo’s memrobilia, books and videos streaming all afternoon, Contact Secretary, John Rayson, 07925 360718, www. alfretonanddistrictheritagetrust.wordpress.com

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 Amber Valley Gymnastics Club Monday to Friday evenings and all-day . 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 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 Ripley and Alfreton Tennis Club Heage Road Ripley DE5 3GG. We meet several nights/days each week for social tennis. Further details can be obtained from our Secretary, Mr Dean Latham, on 07986 149810 www.ripleyalfretontennis.org.uk and on Facebook as @randatc

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At these stressful times, our basic need for certainty (one of the 6 human needs), is significantly increased. It therefore helps us and our children if the rest of our lives can be kept as ‘normal’ and consistent as possible. If you usually go out on a Thursday night, keep going, even if it’s the night before an exam. You all need to hold onto as much certainty and normality as possible at this uncertain time.

Notice what your child is thinking and feeling instead of projecting your history In order to gain understanding of what our children are going through we dig deep into our own memory files.

This can send us into a spin remembering our worries, difficult exams, failures etc. Remember your child is not you. They may not be feeling or thinking any of the same things. Forget about your exam stresses and simply deal with what’s showing up for your child.

Remind yourself “it’s all okay” As adults we know that life doesn’t always go to plan, yet at exam times we tend to forget this. They may go well, they may not but what we do know is, it’s all going to be okay. I failed every one of my A’ levels the first time and I can honestly say it was the best thing that happened to me. This event taught me to stop trying to copy my brother and do what I wanted to do instead.

I also learned putting in effort for something you want really is worth it. A failed exam may mean significant success in many other areas.

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Vaccination Q & As • What is a vaccine?

A vaccination is an injection designed to make an animal’s immune system create antibodies against specific infections.

• How do vaccines work?

When we give a vaccination we are injecting a small dose of a harmless version of the virus/ bacteria we want to protect your pet against.

This allows the body to produce a protective response without having been in contact with the dangerous form of the disease. Once your pet has responded to the vaccine if it comes into contact with the virus/bacteria in later life it will have natural protection also known as immunity.

• Will it hurt?

There may be some mild discomfort associated with the injection although we do use small needles.

• Are there any side effects?

Vaccine reactions are uncommon and usually mild. They may include swelling or firmness at the site of the injection this will usually settle in time but if it does not we advise you get the swelling checked as in some rare cases they can develop into something serious. Your pet may be a little quiet and off their food or have a mild temperature.

• I don’t know if my new pet has been fully vaccinated what do I do?

If your pet has come to you with no vaccination history it is usually better to assume that they have not had vaccines and start the course of vaccines for them to ensure that they are fully protected. The other option would be to titre test them to assess their levels of antibodies.

• What happens if I miss a booster?

It depends on how long over their booster due date it has been there is some leeway with booster vaccinations but this varies so we would advise you check with your vets. If it has been too long after their last vaccination it may be necessary to re start the course as if they were a puppy or kitten

• Why do I need to vaccinate my pet every year?

Vaccinations are recommended every year in order to boost your pets immunity. We are aware people are worried about over vaccination and they feel that it is unnecessary to vaccinate every year and it is just a way of vets making money.

It is true for only some of the diseases we vaccinate against however Leptospirosis and the viruses that cause cat flu and feline leukaemia do require yearly vaccination for this reason we use a rolling protocol for our vaccines which ensure that we only vaccinate those things that are needed to prevent over vaccination but ensures pets are protected

• Can my pets be vaccinated if they are on medication?

Depending on what medication your pet is on it is often possible to continue with their vaccines as normal. Medicines that affect the immune system may affect the response they get to the vaccinations so they may have to be delayed.

We would always advise discussing with your vet when vaccines are due if your pet is on any medication.

• Can my pets be vaccinated against if they are unwell?

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I’ve said before that our resident rambler, David from JH legal is a master of finding some hidden gems, when it comes to working out these walks and this month is a prime example of that. It’s likely that I would’ve never have visited this area but it is well worth the short trip down the M1 for some lovely countryside, and a nice dog-friendly walk.

8. Continue to pass 2 more marker posts on your right. A short distance after the second marker post the hedge on your right ends. At this point be sure to keep left along a footpath and ignore a metal swing gate that you can see over to your diagonal right.

9. Continue along the footpath for a short distance then pass through some trees until reaching a marker post on your left and a tall signpost in front of you. At this point turn left following the arrow and the ‘Great

A medium length walk which should take you and your dog around 3-4 hours to complete.

There are a couple of short sections of road so please take care. Most of the walk is on paths and trails but please wear appropriat1e footwear and please follow the countryside code..

walk along the road keeping a stone wall on your right.

Continue to pass through a gap adjacent to a large metal gate to continue straight ahead along a gravel lane and signposted bridleway.

2. Follow the lane as it bends around to the left and crosses over the motorway. Immediately after and at a T junction of lanes turn left along a lane and signposted bridleway. The lane narrows and bends to the right then continues with a hedge on your left and open views to your right.

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10. Walk along this path for some distance ignoring any paths to the left or right until reaching a hand rail on your right and a set of steps down to a road. Turn left along the road for a short distance and then turn left to cross over a stile onto footpath marked for ‘Strelley’.

Continue along the footpath to cross over another stile and into a field.

7. Follow the path back out of the trees and keep on it ignoring any other path to the right, keeping a drop to your right. You will head back into some trees for a short distance. At a yellow marker post on your left turn right ignoring the path uphill in front of you. Pass another marker post on your left to emerge back out of the trees.

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1. Standing with your back to the entrance to the hall, turn right and

Northern Railway Path’. Continue along the path with trees on your right and just a few trees and then open views to your left.

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We begin outside Strelley Hall before crossing over the M1 and following a section of the Robin Hood Way to Swingate.

We walk past the Swingate Water Tower and then loop through some nice countryside bordering Kimberley and Awsworth before heading back towards Swingate and retracing our steps back to the start.

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fence ends turn sharp right onto a footpath signposted for ‘Kimberley’.

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11. Walk straight ahead across the field, going gently uphill and staying close to some trees on your left. At the far side of the field and a T junction with a lane turn left for a very short distance and then look for a metal swing gate over to your right. Go through the swing gate and continue straight ahead through another field, keeping some trees on your right. Ignore any paths to the right to reaching another stile. Pass through some trees and then cross a field staying close to some trees on your left.

12. Keep ahead to cross a stile adjacent to a large metal gate then continue with trees on your left. At the far side of this field pass through a gap adjacent to a large metal gate and onto a lane/road. Turn left and then immediately keep left to continue along a gravel lane going gently uphill signposted for ‘bridleway’.

13. Continue uphill for quite some distance until reaching a T junction of lanes. Turn right to continue along a gravel lane. After some distance you will pass a footpath on your right signposted for ‘Cossall’. Continue ahead along the lane as it bears around to the left and turns into a tarmac road. Follow the lane around to the left and pass some houses on your right. When the houses on your right end continue straight ahead to pass a tall metal fence and a water tower on your left.

14. Just after the water tower and just prior to the first house on your right, turn right along a footpath. Follow the path, and then join the road, retracing your steps from earlier straight ahead along the road as it becomes a bridleway, then a path.

Continue as it turns sharp left and then turn right to cross back over the motorway.

Follow the lane around to the right and pass through a gap by metal gate back onto the road you began on to return to the start.

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You may recall that last month we told you that George was recovering from a stress related illness and he’s asked me to pass on his appreciation for all the kind messages he’s received. It’s been a welcome change for him to hear people enquiring as to his own health rather than hearing them go on, and on, and on (and on again!) about what’s wrong with the world and some questionable – frankly weird - suggestions as to how to put things right.

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That being the case, and following a visit to Australia earlier this year, I want to share with you details of an incident that has made me question whether or not Australian men are all they would like us to believe. It may be a stereotype but I’m referring to the image of big hulking Adonises, with surf board under arm, who merely have to crook a finger to have the female of the species go all trembly at the knee.

Well, having travelled over the Snowy Mountains, the missus and myself decided to spend the night in Wagga Wagga. NB – it may be a little unfair on the good burghers of this town but it most definitely does not fit Frank Sinatra’s theory that ‘it’s so good, they named it twice!’

Whatever, we found a room for the night and headed for a refreshing drink. This took us into the Thirsty Crow, probably the most up-market pub in town. It was there that I overheard the following conversation between two apparently hard drinking Aussie fellas.

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COOPER’S CORNER Racism – It’s not a subject we should still be talking about as we approach the second decade of the 21st century. But here we are again. We are quick to condemn individuals for their acts but isn’t there more we collectively should be doing to stamp it out. Here’s our Barry with his thoughts.

There seems to have been a worrying increase in the number of racist incidents in football over the last few weeks, and the game certainly has a very concerning problem which isn’t going away. Or does it?

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Whatever happens in society, generally will be seen in football and that’s what is being reflected here. If we’ve learnt anything from the national disgrace that is the handling of Brexit, we now know just how big the divides are within society and we’re seeing those play out on the football pitch.

Players should be safe from abuse. Players should be afforded the platform to go on and showcase their abilities, not be inhibited or scared and worry about what’s being hurled down from the stands, or in the case of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the north London derby earlier this season, a banana thrown at his feet.

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Until the authorities, and I include our own in that, take a stand and start dishing out some severe punishments, then people will continue to act as they see fit.

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Until that point, we’ll still have debate after debate. It’ll go quiet for a little bit until the next flare-up and then we’ll all stamp our feet and demand action - repeat the process as many times as you see fit.

Let’s go with points deductions and expulsion from competitions coupled with jail terms, and we might start to see some change.

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Did you know that if you already have a drive, we can use it as a sub base? This means that we may not have to excavate your current driveway, we simply prepare the existing drive and overlay on top!

Why Choose Buffalo?

• Hard wearing • Anti-slip surface • Completely porous-no more puddles

What colour would you choose?

Our friendly designer John, will work with you to design your perfect driveway, path or patio. We have plenty of colour choices, ideas and a huge selection of edgings Chooses the style which suits yourself and home. Our range of edging has a style to suit all properties from traditional round top edge to ultramodern aluminium

Buffalo Driveways are the area's local leading installer of porous resin bound driveways, patios and pathways Buffalo will transform your driveway, old or new.

As well as laying resin on a new base, in many cases we can overlay existing surfaces (subject to survey) which means less mess, and a faster result.

Before

Local Testimonials: “We used Buffalo Driveways to prepare and lay a new resin driveway. Really friendly people but very professional. They worked very hard despite the exceptionally hot temperatures. Really pleased with the end result.”

Patricia, Nottinghamshire “Excellent job. Lived up to expectations and I am very happy with the experience.”

Michael, Derbyshire “Very happy, absolutely perfect. They checked in with us every step of the way and are coming back to see if we are happy, Buffalo Driveways can be trusted. They do the work they say they will, within the timescale specified.”

Mrs Davids

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After

• Weed resistant • UV protected-won't fade or discolour • In most cases, we don’t have to excavate your current drive • Value for money-you may save money on your water bill • Complete the transformation in as little as 24 hoursincluding preparation and overlay • All of Buffalo’s work comes with a minimum 5 year guarantee • 10 year guarantee on full sub-base work

Unit 1, Bailey Brook Business Park, Amber Drive, Langley Mill, Derbyshire NG16 4BE TEL: 0800 031 9050 (Head Office) 01773 712288 sales@buffalodriveways.co.uk

www.buffalodriveways.co.uk

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