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Shipley Park might just be Rafa’s favourite place in the world. So he was delighted when David Robinson, who walks here often, offered to write up this fabulous walk for the magazine. Thank you David! The park is lovely, with a great variety of scenery, sights and countryside and this walk takes you on a well thought out route. Rafa loved the walk, as did Flake, and they gave it a big ‘paws up’!

3 mile walk around Shipley Country Park An easy walk for you and your dog. It shouldn’t take any more than 1 1/2 hours, but there are pleasant stops along the way. Most of the route is hard a track, but a good pair of walking boots are recommended.

1. Take the A6007 out of Heanor along the

Ilkeston Road. As you drive out of Marlpool you come to the Shipley Garden Centre.

Only thirty yards after, turn right onto a country lane which takes you into The

Field Village. 2. Park anywhere along the lane, avoiding blocking any driveway. It’s best during the week as weekends can be busy. Walk about 100 yards past the old red telephone box, then turn right onto a tarmac path.

Walk another 200 yards until you come to a bridge with Osbornes Pond on your left. Take the wooden walkway to your left down to the pond’s edge. Walk to the road and turn right. 3. Carry on up the road and before you get to Derby Lodge, turn right onto Bell Lane.

Walk down the lane ignoring any paths to your right. Eventually, after 300 yards, after a 30 sign, turn left onto a clear gravel track with a wooden gate. Keep ahead and the path descends with a wooden gate right into a woodland glade. 4. When you walk out of the wooded area, keep on the track ignoring the narrower path on your right. Soon you will see

Mapperley Reservoir on your right. A few yards later, there’s a wide expanse of greenery where you can relax for a while on the many benches and tables available.

You can also look at the reservoir by its bankside.

5. If you do take a break, come back to the track, and carry on right. At the end, turn left and immediately through a barrier

gate to walk uphill. As you level off, you pass through another barrier gate with a splendid Mock Tudor Mansion on your right. As you descend down the slope there are nice views to your left. 6. You now come to Derby Lodge again.

Here is a café with seated area and toilets.

Do remember, however they are closed in winter and late autumn. Immediately, turn right after the lodge and gently rise uphill.

After a few yards, you can if you wish, take the right driveway, and visit the site of The

Old Shipley Hall. Here there are plaques which tell you of the Miller Mundy Family who lived there from the 1800’s. Also admire the water tower to your right which is now residential. There’s ample space to relax here and take in the tranquillity of the area.

7. Come back onto the track and turn right.

After 150 yards they split. Take the left path to walk through the gate and descend down a wooded glade. As you drop down, on your right was the site of the American

Adventure Theme Park. It will soon be a new housing estate. 8. Again, you enter a wooded area and pass through a gate. The left driveway takes you to the picturesque Shipley Cricket Club and is well worth a five-minute visit.

Come back and carry on left uphill and back into the village to your car.

This walk is for illustrative purposes only. Voice Magazines 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.

Keeping your pet safe during summer

The warmer weather can be an enjoyable time for both you and your pet, however it is important you aware of the risks hot days can bring.

Keeping your pets safe on a hot day

Conditions such as heatstroke can be easily prevented by taking precautionary measures on a hot day. Follow the steps below to ensure your pet is kept safe. • Take your dog for walks early in the morning or late in the evening when the temperature is cooler • Never leave your pet in the car, even with the windows open • Ask a neighbour to check on your pet if they are kept outside • Use fans to increase air circulation • Add ice cubes to water to keep it cooler for longer • Cover rabbits or guinea pig cages with a wet towel and put them in the shade • If you think your pet has been stung, bathe the area in cold water and if possible, try to remove any stingers you can see • Wet your pet with a hose pipe if they are panting heavily • Spray small animals with a fine mist of water • Keep your pet inside when possible • Provide two bowls of water in case one gets knocked over • Make sure your pet has a shaded area to relax in • When barbecuing, keep your pet away from leftover bones or other foods that could get stuck in their digestive tract • Provide your pet with a paddling pool to cool off in.

Symptoms of heatstroke

• Heavy panting and raspy breath • Skin feels warmer than usual • Anxious expression or staring appearance • Seizures • Elevated rectal temperature • Vomiting • Collapsing, stumbling or falling down • Salivation • Open mouth breathing • Lying flat on cool services • Bright red gums.

What to do if you suspect heatstroke

If you suspect that your pet has heatstroke, follow the steps below; 1. Immediate veterinary attention is recommended. Call your vet to tell them that you are on your way 2. Whist travelling in a car, keep your air conditioning on or your windows down.

At the vets, treatment may include any of the following:

• Intravenous fluids • Oxygen • Blood test (to determine if any organs have been damaged).

Severe cases can have a significant risk of death and may require hospitalisation.

Which types of pet are most susceptible to heatstroke?

All pets can suffer from heatstroke, but some types are more susceptible than others. This includes; • Dogs that exercise excessively in hot weather • Short snout breeds • Pets that have recently relocated to hotter climates • Cats with shortened faces like the Persian • Elderly or ill pets • Pets with heart conditions • Pets who have suffered from heatstroke before • Caged pets that are unable to seek cooler environments • Overweight pets.