Ashby Life magazine April 2018

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IN THIS ISSUE

Welcome

Editor Vanessa Preece

Working on a community magazine offers so many opportunities to meet and chat with local business owners, event’s organisers and volunteers running community groups and charities. The enthusiasm and passion so many people have for supporting our local community in any way they can is remarkable.

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Cover Photo kindly supplied by Gillian Day taken at Calke Abbey Ashby Life is an independent publication.

No part of this publication may be reproduced without the prior permission of the editor. The use of this magazine for canvassing or direct marketing is strictly prohibited. Information is included on the What’s On and Community Board pages subject to space being available.

Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the data in this publication is accurate, Ashby Life cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services appearing in this magazine. All adverts are published in good faith using information supplied by each company, on the understanding that relevant permissions have been obtained.

This month we have an article on local charity; Staunton Harold Sailability Trust who help disabled children and young adults to try sailing and news of an upcoming Charity Ball organised by Ashby resident; Sarah to raise funds for MIND and MND. An exciting local initiative; Ashby Bands Project starts soon and is a great way to bring local children together to make Big Band music – see page74!

It all makes great reading and if you have community news or events coming up make sure to share them with us so we can spread the word.

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IN THIS ISSUE

Contents New Photos of Ashby Community News Venture Theatre News Money Matters Ashbeian MTG News Fitness Tips St Helen’s Church & Heritage Centre Community Board Body Matters What’s On Ashby Museum News Whats On for Families Library News Beauty Tips Health Tips Spotlight On… Ashby Bands Project

10 12 16 20 78 24 A Walk in the Forest 28 & 29 Ashby Christadelphian Church 82 Puzzle Page 86 32 Quiz 1 90 36 In Your Garden 94 40 Quiz 2 96 44 & 45 Pet’s Corner 98 48 On the Beat 102 52 Book Reviews 110 56 Just 4 Fun 114 62 Recipe of the Month 118 66 Chess Puzzle 122 70 Puzzle Solutions 124 74 Business Directory 126

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PHOTOS OF ASHBY

New Photos of Ashby Within and around Ashby we have a number of historic buildings and picturesque areas captured regularly by professional and amateur photographers alike. Whether it’s Ashby Castle, the Bath Grounds, St Helen’s Church or the Loudoun Memorial.

New Photos of Ashby-De-La-Zouch is a Facebook group set up to celebrate all of the above but also the everyday lanes, mews, doorways and views we take for granted but which make Ashby what it is.

It can be as simple as the view up Market Street on a busy Saturday, the autumn leaves as you walk through St Helen’s churchyard or the fun of local events such as Jim’s Tractor Run, the Ashby Santa Fun Run or the Christmas Market - all that the residents here enjoy about Ashby.

Photos added by members range from snapshots taken on their phone to edited images polished to perfection. It’s often the most ordinary spots you pass by every day which capture your attention when posted from somebody else’s view.

Here at Ashby Life we are big fans of the group and several of the images shared have been used as front covers. Many group members are also past residents of Ashby who are keen to reminisce and to see how the town looks today and is developing and evolving.

The group has over 2,600 members at present and continues to grow. To join simply search for New Photos of Ashby-De-La-Zouch on Facebook and request to join the group. It’s a great way of viewing our town from a whole new perspective and appreciating all it has to offer. It may even encourage you to get out there and take some photos to share yourself.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Glitz & Glam Charity Ball Local residents; Sarah Hale and her Mum, Trish Callen, are organising a ‘Glitz & Glam Charity Ball’ so don your sparkly dress or smart suit and get ready for an evening of dancing, dinner and lots of fun!

The ball will take place on Saturday 17th November at The Lyric Rooms in Ashby with all funds raised going to support two amazingly important charities: MIND (www.mind.org.uk) and MND (www.mndassociation.org) Both causes are very personal to Sarah as her sister Louise tragically took her own life after a long battle with depression and her Aunt; Lynne is suffering with Motor Neurones Disease.

MIND have been working tirelessly for over 70 years to provide advice and support for anyone experiencing a mental health problem whilst campaigning to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.

Every year, one in four of us will experience a mental health problem MIND are here to help, listen and advise.

The Motor Neurone Disease Association has a key focus to raise awareness and understanding of motor neurone disease (MND).

Alongside this, the Association is fighting to improve care and support for people living with MND and their families as well as funding research into new treatments and hopefully a cure.

The Ball is a way for Sarah and Trish to raise awareness of both charities and Tickets cost £38 which includes a welcome drink along with a three course dinner. The event promises to be hugely popular so don’t all that they do but ultimately the miss out and make sure to buy your tickets today. goal is to raise as much money Call Sarah on 07943 584455 or email sarah.callen@hotmail.co.uk as possible to support them.

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VENTURE THEATRE NEWS

The importance of… our next play!

Ashby Venture Theatre’s next performance will be The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde. Described as a ‘trivial comedy for serious people’ the farcical play is packed with sarcasm, wit and wisdom.

The play centres around John and Algernon both frequent partakers of ‘bunburying’, a hobby where they invent alternative personas to escape their dull everyday responsibilities. Chaos ensues as their respective love interests Gwendolyn and Cecily find they are not engaged to who they think!

Set and written in the late 19th century the play was a contrast to most theatre at the time which highlighted serious political issues. Wilde makes a mockery of Victorian traditions, particularly marriage and the pursuit of love, topics still relevant today. The timeless humour has helped The Importance of being Earnest become Wilde’s most popular and well known play.

The play has even been adapted for film at least three times, most recently in 2002 starring Colin Firth and Rupert Everett.

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MONEY MATTERS

WARNING! YOUR STATE PENSION FORECAST AND RECORDS

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In recent press articles it has been highlighted that your State Pension forecast is not ‘guaranteed’ according to the Government’s Department for Work and Pensions. An accurate figure will only be available when they have completed working on the data.

So, should we be concerned? Well ‘Yes’ when you consider just what an important part your State Pension payment plays within planning your retirement - accuracy is vital.

The format for calculating the state pension changed in April 2016. Fortunately, gaining access to information about your state pension has been improved. You can now access your information online through the ‘Government Gateway’. If you already deal with your own tax returns, you will have registered for this online service anyway and can access the information through the same portal. If you haven’t already registered, don’t worry, it’s an easy process to register to access your information. Go to www.gateway.gov.uk/ However, if you’d prefer not to use the internet, you can still access your information using a BR19 form and send a request through the post. You can find a link to the BR19 form by searching ‘BR19 form’ on the Government web site.

One of the key rule changes which took effect in April 2016 was the qualifying years of contributions for maximum benefits. It was increased from 30 to 35 years.

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AMTG NEWS

It’s all coming together very nicely Mr Higgins!

If you haven’t already got your tickets for My Fair Lady there is still time – visit amtg.org.uk or phone us on 07527 228945 – and there is no better way to enjoy fantastic musical theatre at its best than to come and see AMTG at Repton School from 10th to14th April.

achieved, so professionally, in the six short months since we began preparing this fabulous show. As with any production, we will all be sad to say goodbye to Higgins, Eliza et al, but then we can start all over again with the next show, which will be announced in the My Fair Lady programme!

In a few days our Stage Team will be taking delivery of thepresents scenery, furnishings and props, and our Sound and Lighting team will be rigging up the 400 Hall Theatre ready for the run. The orchestra will be rehearsing, and everyone involved in the show will be buzzing. For six performances we will be taking our audiences back to Edwardian London, with all the glamour of presents Ascot, the humour and wit of Covent Garden, and the splendour of an Embassy Ball.

We are blessed by a huge number of supporters and sponsors who help us bring a show to the stage, and amongst these is the team at Ashby Life – we are grateful to everyone for their continuing involvement.

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Children take their products home with them (party bags sorted!). We can even provide the bag.

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FITNESS TIPS WITH FITNESS REPUBLIC

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Get active and stay active safely So maybe you are a regular gym visitor or participate in classes or sports or maybe you have been thinking of getting active. What if then you discover you are pregnant?

Do you feel comfortable to continue to exercise?

Do you have worries or not know what you can or can’t do?

In a world where we are bombarded by information, sometimes it can be difficult to navigate your way through all the advice on offer regarding your expected new arrival, their health, development and well-being. Throw into that those potential early feelings of nausea, fatigue and emotional changes and it comes as no surprise that many women can see pregnancy as a time to simply stop exercising.

We are told that keeping moving and active is “good for you” during our lives for a whole host of reasons. After all exercise isn’t just about helping with weight management or muscle gain.

Evidence suggests exercise can reduce your risk of major illnesses, such as heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes as well as having a positive impact on your mood and confidence.

When it comes to exercise during pregnancy there are huge additional benefits in keeping active both as you prepare for birth and in relation to your post-natal recovery.

For example, did you know that moderate levels of exercise can help lessen back ache during pregnancy, improve posture, and decrease stress and anxiety?

Keeping active can boost your energy levels and actually help with your ability to cope with labour and delivery! I can’t promise pain free but effectively training your body can help speed things up!

Plus, continuing to exercise throughout pregnancy also helps set you up for a faster post-natal recovery and an easier transition into regaining your confidence with fitness once you have had your baby.

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Understanding these feelings both from a personal and professional perspective is what drives me as a specialist pre and post-natal personal trainer. It is so empowering to provide women with the information, motivation, support and encouragement that they need to in order to experience just some of the benefits that exercise during pregnancy can bring.

It is understandable that you may feel worried about what you can do safely during pregnancy, fearful of causing harm. Ladies also say to me it can be difficult, when you feel the size of a house, with aches and pains and your ‘get up and go’ truly gone, to squeeze into work out gear and go and exercise in a room full of fit people!

So if you are pregnant and want to keep active or start exercise in a supportive, friendly and motivating setting, why not come and try our Mum to Be Fit class here at Fitness Republic, where you can meet up with other mums to be in the local area, share experiences and train together in an encouraging and positive environment.

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ST HELEN’S CHURCH & HERITAGE CENTRE

Unlocking Your Stories We always enjoy stories here at St Helen’s Heritage Centre. We especially love to hear the stories of our church and town, and so in April, on Saturday 14th, we are having a day dedicated to ‘unlocking your stories’.

We want to hear about your connections to St Helen’s Church and its heritage: Were your parents married here? Were their parents christened here?

Was Great Uncle Bill a bell-ringer? Bring your photos, learn about how to investigate your family history, and meet some characters with a story to tell, including a Civil War soldier and a plague woman!

One of the many fascinating stories at St Helen’s is our unique sundial, which was rediscovered and renovated in 2000 as a Millennium Project. You may have missed it but this hidden gem, believed to be the oldest sundial of its kind in the UK, is well worth seeking out. And we will be celebrating it for a whole day here at the Heritage Centre, with

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the second of this year’s Easter Family Activity days during the Easter holidays (the first being a chance to play with ‘Stained glass and Heraldry’ on 26th March).

So, between 10.30am to 4pm on Wednesday 4th April, we invite you to bring the children along to make their own sundials and sand timers. Come and join in this memorable day and we’re sure you’ll have a tale to tell.

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COMMUNITY BOARD

A Festive Thank You!

Ashby Life were pro ud to sponsor the thi rd Ashby Santa Run ag ain and Ashby Castle Rotary Club want to thank everyone who helped raise an amazi ng £11,644 for four local charities; Hosp ice Hope; Staunton Harold Sailability Tru st; Rainbows Children ’s Hospice & Wishes 4 Kid s. A special mention to the 1,400 Santa’s who took part. Save the date for it’s return on Sunday 2nd December 2018.

Ashby & District Macmillan AGM

If you can spare a few hours each mon th and want to get involved in fundraisi ng for Macmillan then please go along to their annual AGM from 7pm at St Hele n’s Community Heritage Centre on Wednesday 18th April. Please contact Mrs Lynda Price at lyn.price27@ntlworld.c om or 07968 818 999.

Messy Church All welcome on the last Thursday of each month between 3.30pm and 5.00pm in the Ashby Methodist Church hall for crafts, bible stories, food and play. Pop in on your way home from school. Call Rev Jacky on 01530 412298 or email her at revjackygoaten@aol.co.uk.

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Ashby Bowls Club Fancy trying something new? Try Bowls 4 Fun starting Friday 13th April from 6pm at the Bowling Green, Bath Grounds, Ashby. Free coaching provided.

Contact Paul on 01530 417 747 for more details.

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All meetings start at 6.30pm, meetings for April: 16th Events & Entertainment. 23rd Planning & Transportation and Licensing.

Members of the public are welcome to attend and there is a slot for public questions. Meetings take place at Legion House, South Street, Ashby.

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Belvoirdale Primary School Scotlands Road, Coalville LE67 3RD www.belvoirdale.org

Inspiring School Governors Required Belvoirdale Primary School, in the heart of Coalville, is an Ofsted-rated good community school with a dedicated staff and amazing children.

The school is committed to improving the lives of all children through academic and creative success.

The governing body is seeking creative and inspiring professionals with a sense of purpose and humour, to support and develop this aspiring school.

Experience is not required although dedication and a commitment to improving the lives of young people is.

For further information on the role of a governor or to discuss this incredible opportunity in more detail, please contact Richard Dax, headteacher at: rdax@belvoirdale.leics.sch.uk

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Gallery – Tea Rooms Workshops – Shops full details on our website

Ferrers Gallery – Ferrers Frames – Green Man Ceramics – Janet Gibson Jewellery Kevin Shepherd Artist – B&J Blacksmiths – Crinoline Upholstery – CODE Leather Goods The Victorian Model Workshop – Paint a Pot Craft Studio – Simon Price Furniture Staunton Hardwoods – Country Cottage Crafts – Russell Lister Artist and Craft maker Michelle Holmes Embroidered Textiles – Rituals Retreat – Tip Top Hair Design Breadfirst Deli – Staunton Stables Tea Room Most of the workshops and shops are open 11-4pm Tuesday to Sunday. Closed Mondays.

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BODY MATTERS

Shocking News!

Shock Wave Therapy (SWT) has had a lot of positive press recently - international results show an overall success rate of 77% for some chronic conditions that are often a challenge to cure with traditional therapy.

SWT involves a hand held device that has a projectile in it that strikes an applicator at high speed and relatively high frequency to create a shock wave through the tissue. This causes cavitation bubbles to be formed in the tissue and, in turn, has been found to accelerate the healing process in certain chronic conditions.

Problems such as plantar fasciitis in the heel, shoulder tendon conditions, tennis elbow, golfers elbow and patellar tendon conditions (knee) respond very well and can often be totally cured with SWT. This form of treatment lasts approximately 10 minutes and usually requires between 4 & 6 sessions to have good effect, but following as few as 2 sessions many

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SWT has a bright future in injury management and although a rarity in Midlands based therapy practices, some have decided that its proven benefits are of clear value.

ProPhysio have decided to invest in this exciting new piece of equipment, so should you be suffering with any of the conditions mentioned and would like to learn more about what SWT has to offer, please contact Darrin at ProPhysio on 01530 588557

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What’s on in

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Sat 31st Mar – Mon 2nd April Easter Adventure Quest at Ashby de la Zouch Castle

Calling all valiant adventurers. Join the hunt for legendary dragon eggs.

Set off with an intrepid character from the past to crack the clues and claim your chocolate reward. £1 per entry. Castle entry fees apply. Visit www.english-heritage.org.uk/ for further information.

Sat 31st Mar – Mon 2nd April Ashby Art Club’s Annual Exhibition An exhibition and sale of paintings at Ticknall Village Hall with daily demonstrations, a children’s colouring competition, homemade refreshments and a charity raffle.

Saturday & Sunday 10am-4:30pm, Monday 10am-4pm. For more information visit: ashbyartclub.org

Tuesday 3rd April Blackfordby WI

‘The Life story of Coco Chanel’; French fashion designer and founder of the Chanel Brand.

Blackfordby Village Hall, 7pm, visitors welcome. For more information contact Ann Devitt on anndevitt@sky.com or 01283 212380.

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Tuesday 3rd April Ashby & District Royal British Legion

All welcome to the branch meeting at 7.30pm at Ivanhoe Social Club in Ashby. For more details please contact Valerie Gale on 01530 417 087.

Thursday 5th April Funhouse Comedy Club

An evening of comedy at the Lyric Rooms with Patrick Monahan, Angela Barnes, Matt Green, Richard Massara and compere Spiky Mike. Doors open 7.30pm for 8.15pm start unless otherwise stated. Food available 7.30pm to 8pm. For more information call 01530 415 039 or 0115 952 5050 or visit www.funhousecomedy.co.uk

Thursday 5th April Ashby Castle WI

‘Kicks and Frills’ - the story of the French Can-Can as told by David Price. Visitors are very welcome. £4 to include tea and cakes. 2pm to 4pm at Ashby Congregational Church. Contact Fran Williams at franceswilliams2@me.com for more info.

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Saturday 7th April Jazz at the Venture Theatre

The Mellow Baku Quartet featuring Rachael Johnson on keyboards and Amy Roberts on sax/clarinet at 8pm. Tickets £10 from Ashby TIC or phone Ken Ward on 01530 589 268.

Friday 10th April Ticknall Garden Club

‘Great English Gardens’ A talk by Jeff Bates at 7.30pm in Ticknall Village Hall. £1 for members and £3 for guests which includes refreshments.

For more details please call Sally on 01283 214784 or visit www.ticknallgardenclub.org.uk

Friday 13th April Packington Film Night

‘Murder on the Orient Express’ PG. Mystery film at Packington Memorial Hall. Doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm start. Adults £4 and children £2. Tea and coffee served from 7pm.

Weds 18th to Fri 20th April First Aid at Work Course The course includes all materials and on completion you have a 3-year industry recognised certification. For more information please contact Elite Training Solutions on info@etsfirstaid.co.uk

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Friday 20th April Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust

Jools Partridge, Wildlife Officer for Leicestershire County Council, describes how wildlife affects his work on the bridges and structures of the built environment. 7.30pm at Ashby Methodist Church, Burton Road, Ashby. £3 entry.

Saturday 21st April Crazy Little Thing Called Love

Concordia Choir adopt the theme of LOVE - love songs from all ages.

The concert is at Holy Trinity Church and starts at 8pm. Tickets are £8 and available through Ashby Tourist Office - 01530 411767 or email concordiachoir.ashby@gmail.com

Tuesday 24th April Ashby Writers Club

Author Rod Duncan will give a talk on his novel “Queen of All

Crows”. 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Congregational Church, Kilwardby St, Ashby LE65 2FQ. Membership: £15 per annum. Visitors are welcome at a nominal fee of £4 per speaker meeting, £3 per comp/ manuscript meeting (includes coffee or tea).

Wednesday 25th April Ashby Film Nights

This month’s feature film is ‘The Post’ (PG) - This thriller recalls the 1971 revelations of a devastating internal report that showed how the White House had been lying about the Vietnam War. Starring

Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep.

Doors and bar open at 7.00 pm, film starts 7.30 pm at The Lyric Rooms in Ashby. Tickets £5 on the door or from Ashby TIC. See ashbyfilmnights.wordpress.com

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ANGELA BARNES Numerous TV appearances

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Matt Green, Richard Massara Compere Spiky Mike

Thurs May 3rd GEOFF NORCOTT TV appearances include Live at the Apollo and Question Time.

ALISTAIR BARRIE Very witty topical comedian.

Ant Dewson, Wayne Beese Compere Spiky Mike Bank Holiday Sun May 27th Ashby Festival Special STEVE ROYLE TV appearances include Live at

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ASHBY MUSEUM NEWS Are you new to the town? Are you interested in Ashby de la Zouch and how it came to be; its hidden histories, why there is a castle, why there was a canal, a tramway and a spa? Visit us to find out more and help spread the word. If you have a couple of hours or so a fortnight to spare and would like to be involved in supporting this tremendous asset to the town, please get in touch with us on 01530 560090.

You will be warmly welcomed.

We are pleased to receive the Betty and John Halsall collection, relating to Ashby musical operatic groups – the Gilbert and Sullivan Society, Ashby Operatic Society and the Ashbeian Musical Theatre Group – all from 1962 to the present day.

Further to last month’s issue, we now have five large sales ledgers of Stevenson and Barratt estate agents acquisitions from the 1920s to the 1980s, covering private homes, businesses, farms etc. Yours might be among them!

The next temporary exhibition in April and May features paintings by local artist, Julie Barnett. Julie was inspired by Frank Brown’s collection of butterflies and moths, which is held here at the museum.

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Our evening town history walks this season will be on Wednesday 4th July and Wednesday 8th August, both starting from the Museum at 7pm. The July walk will be led by Ken Hillier and focus on Ashby as a Spa Town. In August it will be a general town history walk.

These are very popular so please sign up either by calling in at the Museum or phoning on the above number.

Mark Temple will be giving a talk on the Windmills of Leicestershire at 2 p.m. on 9th May. The cost is £3 per head to include refreshments.

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Sandra, who is also active as a local councillor, will be working alongside Lorraine and the rest of the team at Woodville, offering help and support to families in their care. Her 15 years’ previous experience of funeral work will prove a huge asset to everyone.

And if you think you spot a family resemblance between Sandra and Lorraine, you’re right - they are, in fact, mother and daughter.

For genuine help, professional advice and details of our full range of funeral services please contact Lorraine Walker (above) or Sandra Wyatt (right) at the Woodville office.

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Prices are based on a ‘Windsor’ package funeral with hearse and one car, including cremation fees for Bretby Crematorium of £650.00, Doctor’s fees at £164.00 and Minister’s fees at £192.00 (average). Prices correct at May 2017.

For professional advice about choosing the pre-paid funeral plan that’s right for you, talk to either Angela or Lorraine at our Woodville office today on: 01283 217237.

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WHAT’S ON FOR FAMILIES

Calke Abbey

What’s on for

families

Now that the clocks have gone back we are officially in Springtime and we can look forward to longer lighter days and hopefully some warmer weather. It’s the perfect time of year to head outdoors and blow away the cobwebs but where to go? We’ve rounded up our favourite local places but let us know where you go too……..

Hicks Lodge You can explore Hicks Lodge on foot or on bike. There are plenty of trails to choose from for varying abilities and The Highway Rat trail too for £3 from the café. Cyclists from beginners to the more confident can ride around the site and explore the young woodland. The adventure play area is conveniently located by the visitors centre and café too. Visit www.forestry.gov.uk/hickslodge for more information.

Ashby Bath Grounds Perfect for kicking a ball around, flying a kite on a windy day or enjoying an alfresco picnic if the weather allows. An added bonus is leaving the car at home and walking along (if you live in Ashby of course).

After the slumber of winter the gardens at Calke Abbey are waking up and you can watch the gardeners at work. The gardens are open every day from 10am until 5pm.

There is over 600 acres of parkland to explore by joining one of the guided walks or downloading your own trail from the website at: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke-abbey/ Don’t forget the newly extended Tramway trail which is perfect for cycling.’

Staunton Harold Reservoir A wildlife habitat offering an adventure playground, fishing, bird watching, cycling, and sailing at the sailing club, as well as countryside walks for those who want to explore. The visitor centre includes an information room and the café overlooks the adventure playground with adjoining picnic tables. Car parking fees apply.

Please visit www.visitnationalforest.co.uk for more information.

Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park The often overlooked Moira Furnace Museum and Country Park have a lot to offer. There is a large child friendly play and picnic area with woodland paths that take you into the woods or wander along the canal tow path for a great walk. The Museum is open during the school holidays from Tuesday to Sunday and every weekend from 11am to 4pm. You can also purchase boat trip tickets from here or a day’s fishing.

See www.moirafurnace.org for details.

Our What’s On page at www.ashbylife.co.uk has details of local events and ideas for many more family days out.

Upload details of your events at www.ashbylife.co.uk/submit-new-event.html And follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date with all that’s happening locally.

Ashby Life cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services appearing in the magazine. We always recommend that you check with the event organiser before your visit.

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Financial advice from our financial adviser Ian Staley Contact 01530 567020

DON’T LEAVE YOUR LOVED ONES FACING FINANCIAL RUIN Many people take out a life policy, perhaps when they take out a mortgage, put it away in a drawer and don’t think any more about it. This can be a mistake, as the level of cover you took out a few years back may now not be enough to cover your current situation, and you could risk leaving your loved ones facing major financial difficulties if you were to die.

to have a reasonable standard of living if you were to die.

Figures from a major insurer show that 40% of Britons only have enough life insurance in place to cover their mortgagei, which could result in financial strain on their families, as they would still have to meet all their other household bills and expenses.

When they have a growing family to provide for, many people also opt to take out critical illness insurance. This is designed to pay out a tax-free lump sum in the event of a diagnosis of a serious illness (as defined in the policy).

Income protection cover can also be appropriate, as it would pay out a monthly income, tax-free, if you were unable to work due to an illness or injury. Protection policies can safeguard your finances, your home and your family in the event of incapacity, a serious illness, accident or death.

REGULAR REVIEWS MATTER Everyone should think about reviewing their life insurance cover on a regular basis, especially if they’ve experienced a major life event like starting a family. Having cover just to pay off your mortgage might have sufficed before you had the added responsibility of being a parent, but now you’ll want to ensure there’s sufficient insurance in place not only to pay off your mortgage, but also to provide additional funds to ensure your loved ones could continue

At DGS we can help make sure that as your life changes, your cover changes to match your circumstances. We take the time to understand our client’s unique planning needs and circumstances, so that we can provide you with the most suitable solutions in the most cost-effective way. For a free review of your current financial situation, please contact Ian Staley, Independent Financial Adviser on 01530 567020. i Direct Line 2017

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ASHBY LIBRARY NEWS FOR FAMILIES & CHILDREN Wriggly Readers & Story and Rhyme Time for children aged 0 - 4 years and their parents and carers. Join us for stories and songs every Friday morning from 10.30-11am!

Bumps & Babies meet fortnightly 11am – 12pm. A gathering place for new & expectant mums. These are free advice & information sessions run by the National Childbirth Trust.

Kimbles Music & Movement: learning through play for babies, toddlers & preschool children. Wednesdays at 2pm – sessions are £6 for first children, £3 for siblings over six months old. Contact Kim Pott to book – 01283 219330 or admin@kimblesfun.com.

4th Ashby Brownies & 2nd Ashby Rainbows meet at Ashby Library. Contact Sarah Grealy for more information – 01530 455973 This Easter Holidays (Sat 24th March – Sat 7th April), we’ll have a Craft Table out for our junior library members to enjoy! All materials are provided, just pop along & join in this free activity.

HOBBIES Ashby Library ‘Knit and Stitch’ group meet every Monday from 2pm - 4pm. This friendly group is open to all – bring your craft project & join them for a cuppa & a chat! Free session – 50p charge for refreshments.

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All are welcome to Ashby Library’s Colouring Club.

Come along to this session to relax & release your inner artist!

The group meets every Tuesday 2pm – 3.30pm. Free session – all materials are provided.

DIG IT from the Citizen’s Advice Bureau are in the library on Thursday 26th April, from 10am – 11.30am, offering free digital & internet skills training. Booking is essential, please contact them on 0300 330 9002 to book your place!

FITNESS & WELLBEING Discovering Mindfulness is a series of meditation sessions taking place on Wednesdays at 7.30pm.

Designed to help reduce stress & anxiety as well as boost your immune system. £7 per session - contact Julie Hurst for more information & to book a place: 01530 273056 & jhurst@workbalancecentre.org.

Come along to practice Hatha Yoga on Tuesdays, from 7pm - 9pm. Contact British Wheel of Yoga qualified instructor Lorna Kirk for more details or to book - 01530 416135.

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BEAUTY TIPS

Spring Clean Your Beauty Routine It’s not just homes that benefit from a good ol’ spring clean…

Ditch old makeup and skincare products Most of us are guilty of holding onto favourite cosmetics way longer than we should do. While makeup doesn’t have a fixed use-by date as such, it does start to degrade once it’s been exposed to air and sunlight. If you check the packaging of any skincare or cosmetic product, you’ll find the PAO symbol. This shows the ‘period after opening’ that the product needs to be used within. In most cases, it’s six or 12 months.

Products that come into direct contact with your skin, such as a lipstick, or a moisturiser that you scoop out of the jar with a finger, are particularly virulent breeding grounds for bacteria. So have a good sort through and ditch anything that’s been open longer than its PAO. It’s also worth having a bit of a declutter at the same time. Are you ever going to wear that lurid purple eyeshadow?

If you want products that will last longer, check the PAO before you buy. In general, pump action lotions will last longer than those in jars, as the lotion comes into less contact with oxygen and light.

Clean makeup brushes Makeup brushes and cases can get decidedly grubby, so it’s a good idea to give them a gentle clean on a regular basis. Most cosmetic bags can be washed by hand, using a mild detergent.

Brushes can be cleaned with face wash, baby shampoo or a mild soap. Soap is probably the easiest. Just swirl the brush gently on wet soap to create lather, use your fingers to massage the bristles, then rinse thoroughly with warm water and leave it to dry.

If your old brushes are past the point of revival, the Nellie Make Up Brush Set from Oliver Bonas is worth considering. For £38, you get five different types of brushes and a handy mirror, all housed in a stylish pink case.

Try something new It’s easy to get stuck in a perfume rut, wearing the same fragrance year after year. Or worse, wearing a fragrance you’ve been given as a gift but aren’t in love with. Fragrance doesn’t have to be expensive. Marks and Spencer’s Island Escape Eau De Toilette is £16 for a 95ml bottle. For £18 you can have the giftset, which includes a full size fragrance and body lotion. Island Escape is a light, citrusy fragrance, with notes of bergamot, pear and rose, mixed with a hint of sea salt, so it’s perfect for spring and summer.

Slap on the SPF Ideally, we should protect our skin from the sun every day, rain or shine. The easiest way to take care of your face is by choosing a moisturiser with a high SPF rating.

Nspa Expert Daily Rejuvenate Cream has an SPF of 30 and contains active ingredients such as Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb extract, which has been proven to improve the appearance of ageing skin. What’s more, the cream costs just £10 in ASDA. It’s ideal for spring, but come summer you’ll need a sun lotion that you can reapply throughout the day.

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NOW AT FABCO ASHBY……

Celebrating 80 Years of British handmade luxury quality furniture, FABCO is proud to showcase DURESTA’s latest bespoke furniture collections in their newly refurbished Ashby showroom. Working in partnership with DURESTA, FABCO is proud to bring you quality British made furniture crafted by DURESTA’s in-house award winning upholsterers. Duresta’s latest collections feature their stylish contemporary Meridian and Metropolitan collections which are available in a great selection of stylish upholstery fabrics. All their furniture is made to last and comes with a 25 years structural frame guarantee.

At FABCO, there’s Niche carpets and flooring ranges, including the beautiful Amtico luxury vinyl tile collections: Amtico Spacia with all new fabulous designs & shades, Amtico Form with its incredible parquet and realistic tile collection, Amtico Signature Designer flooring and the all new Decor collection. Truly Amazing ranges, amazing choice and magical effects from this ‘easy to live with’ flooring!

You will find comfortable beds from major brands such as Sealy and Gainsborough - British handmade beds.

To top it all, there’s a beautiful lighting collection, together with mirrors, side tables, rugs, beautiful Voyage Maison cushions, wall clocks and quirky ornaments to furnish your home.

Pop into FABCO showroom today and discover for yourself.

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HEALTH TIPS

The Benefits of

Pregnancy Massage

Our panel of local experts continues to grow and this month we welcome Anna from Beauty @ the Annex with her advice on the many benefits of pregnancy massage.

Anna has been trained and working for over 35 years in the beauty industry. Four years ago she bought a barn in the hamlet of Stretton en le field with space for providing treatments in the quiet of a relaxed rural atmosphere. As well as offering a wide range of beauty treatments Anna has also recently successfully completed an advanced course in pregnancy massage.

Here she shares some of her new knowledge.

Pregnancy is a wonderful time for a woman, but with the joys of a new baby’s development, comes many changes to the mother’s body putting pressure on joints, ligaments and organs, often causing discomfort and pain.

Pregnancy massage has tremendous benefits. It can alleviate aches and pains and other common health problems releasing ‘feel good’ endorphins by the mother during the massage which are also passed on to the baby.

This beneficial massage is carried out in a calm, relaxing environment and is complimentary to maternity care.

• Releases muscular tension of the upper back, shoulders, lower back and hips

• Helps lower or keep blood pressure balanced • Induces deep relaxation and aids peaceful sleep • Helps with leg swelling and cramps • Improves breathing during pregnancy and birth With all of these benefits you have the perfect excuse to put your feet up and relax ladies!’

A ‘Mums to Be’ massage treatment with Anna costs £40 for an hour. To book call 07841 756943 or email annawoolgar@yahoo.com

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Ashby de la Zouch Celebrates their 15th Anniversary of Stagecoach Performing Arts Stagecoach Performing Arts school in Ashby de la Zouch are celebrating their 15 year Anniversary this Summer. This is alongside celebrations with thousands of other Children across the country as they honour the UK’s leading network of performing Arts schools taking part in the networks 30 th anniversary celebrations of Stagecoach Performing Arts.

Stagecoach has been inspiring young singers, dancers, and actors since its doors first opened three decades ago. Stagecoach has grown to be a huge success story, boasting a network of more than 700 schools that provide extra-curricular performing arts lessons to over 45,000 children world-wide.

Students from Stagecoach Performing Arts Ashby de la Zouch will join in the fun in Summer 2018 alongside their own anniversary celebrations. To commemorate their 15 year milestone, the school will host two special Variety Show performances for each of their schools on 1st July. The shows, led by Stagecoach Ashby Principal Laura Spencer 32, will be performed by around 100 students who have already started rehearsals and promises to be quite the spectacle!

In addition to full school activity the School has been touring the country!

Selected pupils from the Ashbyand Burton upon Trent schools will be performing at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre in May following a successful performance of Ashby’s Performance Troupe at Blackpool Grand theatre in February. Students are also really excited to be one of the selected schools to perform at Shaftesbury Avenue Theatre in the West End next April 2019!

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Laura said “It’s an honour to be Principal of a Stagecoach Performing Arts school and celebrating our own anniversary in what is such a landmark year for the prestigious network. Ashby has been working hard to contribute to the celebrations in a fitting manner and the children have gained Tremendous experience in working together in the preparations.

“It has been a pleasure watching the students grow and develop during their time at Stagecoach Ashby both, as a teacher and now a Principal. We aim to unlock Creative Courage for Life in all our students and the confidence they have gained from these experiences will stay with them for all of their days to come.”

Stagecoach Performing Arts Ashby de la Zouch forms part of the nationwide network of Stagecoach schools that provides extra-curricular lessons in singing, dancing and acting on a weekly basis. Stagecoach aims to make a difference in its students lives by teaching Creative Courage for Life and many children have gone on to study and work in Performing Arts from blockbuster films to countless roles in local theatre productions.

Early Stages classes are available for children aged four to six and Main Stages classes take place for six to 18 year olds every weekend during term time. We are enrolling for next term now! For more information, please visit the website at Stagecoach.co.uk/ashbydelazouch

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SPOTLIGHT ON...

Spotlight On Staunton Harold Sailability Trust

Enabling Abilities

Each month we turn the spotlight on a local charity or community group and tell you more about the valuable work they carry out in our community.

Staunton Harold Sailability Trust came to our attention as one of the four charities chosen to benefit from the Ashby Santa Fun Run which recently announced an amazing total funds raised of £11,644 for the December 2017 event. So let us tell you more about them…

SHST is a charitable trust operating from and in conjunction with Staunton Harold Sailing Club in Melbourne. They organise and run sailing lessons, land based activities and sensory experiences for disabled children and young adults throughout Derbyshire and Leicestershire.

Siblings and parents are encouraged to join in making this a real fun family experience. The activities fall into three main categories: sailing, powerboats and onshore activities. All equipment is provided by the trust for participants.

Sessions run from April through to November with key dates below and full details on the website. If you would like to find out how to take part or if you would like to volunteer please get in touch either via the website or by messaging on Facebook.

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The aim is to provide a safe environment where participants can experience sailing in special dinghies, either sailing alone or with an instructor or another participant. Each session will build upon skills at a rate dictated by each participant.

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ASHBY BANDS PROJECT

The Ashby Bands Project An exciting new music project is coming to Ashby! Midlands Music Services are running the project and hoping to bring children aged 5 to 18 years together to develop their musical skills.

Whatever instrument your child plays and whatever level they play to they can get involved in the fun and play in a big band, an orchestra or even a chamber group as well as singing in the choir. If your child is having music lessons this is a unique opportunity for them to join in a big band experience and learn in a team environment alongside other children.

The project will run for six weeks from Saturday 2nd June and will finish with a grand final performance on 14th July featuring all of the bands and acts involved.

The initiative has been fully supported by Ashby Grammar School and the sessions will take place each Saturday at the school between 9am and noon.

All groups will be run by recognised professionals in their fields. Midlands Music Services have an experienced team of teachers (all DBS checked) and have been working with local schools as well as offering private lessons since 2013.

The Ashby Bands Project is their way of offering a new and different way of learning and enjoying music!

Don’t miss out on the early offer – join and pay before Saturday 5th May and you get your first week completely free! Call Brendan on 0116 4300 271 for more information or to join.

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A WALK IN THE FOREST supplied by Liz Roberts

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Noon Column

This, our third of the six carved noon columns, is a smooth and elegant structure carved out of English oak. The column is situated within the Staunton Harold Estate and our circular walk takes us down part of the driveway to this lovely estate before heading out towards Lount on a farm track. Looping around we return via a hard path that winds down through young woodland to reach the site of the noon column.

This is a shortened version of the Staunton Harold/ Lount Loop walk featured in Walks for all in the Heart of the Forest. Allow 45 minutes to an hour for your walk - if you fancy refreshments afterwards you can choose from the tea rooms within the garden centre or those at the Ferrers Centre.

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The starting point for this walk is the visitors car park in the Staunton Harold estate - this is situated between the garden centre and the entrance to the woodland paths. Parking is usually free in the week but there is a charge at weekends. Sat nav users should use the postcode LE65 1RT.

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After parking leave the visitors car park by the main entrance and turn left onto the one way section of the estate driveway. Follow the road down, passing by the grounds and buildings of Staunton Harold Hall on your your left until you reach the point where the driveway bends sharply to the left. Here you will see the entrance to a farm track immediately ahead of you. Go through the wooden gate with the footpath marker beside it and walk straight ahead, passing fields and woodland, until the track forks.

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4 Take the right hand fork and very soon after this turn onto a path leading off to the right. Follow this path up, passing by Dog Kennel Barn, until you come to a gateway on your right that gives access to a hard path through the young woodland.

Pass through the gate and follow the path down past Emily Jane’s Wood. Keep straight ahead on this path for quite some time (ignore a fork that comes in from the left). The path leads slowly downhill past young trees and grassy areas.

You will pass by a sign for the Walnut Research Area 2, cross over a small stream and then go over a wooden bridge. After crossing the bridge look out for a green sign for Mixed Maple Woodland on your left - when you reach this sign turn right onto the grass.

Walk up the grass for a short way and you will arrive at the noon column. If the weather has been wet I’d advise retracing your steps after you’ve seen the noon column and following the hard path down to the gateway at its end. In dry weather you can walk just past the noon column and then turn left onto a narrow grass path that goes over a ditch and across the grass to reach the same point.

Go through the gate and across the end of a field (which may have sheep grazing in it) to the gate leading back onto the driveway opposite the car park.

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In the bible the ‘fool’ label is handed out a few times also. However unlike the April fool’s pranks, these examples seem to be when people DO know what they’re doing. For example, the Psalmist writes that ‘the fool has said in his heart that there is no God’. So the term ‘fool’ here is describing someone actively disregarding the existence of God despite the overwhelming evidence for God in His creation and through His message in the bible.

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Ancient Oaks and Robin Hood Calke Abbey boasts oak trees over 600 years old. You can observe these ancient trees by walking in Calke Park on any day of the year. ‘The Old Man’ of Calke is an oak tree estimated by the National Trust to be between 700 and 1000 years old. The Park has over 200 huge ancient oaks trees and the ‘pink walk’ (set out in the walking guide) is a riverside walk especially mapped out to show off the range of trees including ‘The Old Man’.

Arguably one of the most famous locations for an ancient oak tree is about 30 miles away at Sherwood Forest. Indeed the largest ancient oak here is called ‘The Major Oak’ named after a 19th century archaeologist who surveyed trees in Sherwood Forest.

This however is not the reason for the tree’s fame: it is of course because it was said to have sheltered Robin Hood and his Merry Men from the Sherriff of Nottingham in a secret hollow in the trunk of the tree.

It is said The Major Oak’s longevity was due to it being planted away from the completion of other trees, so that it did not have to compete with other trees for nutrients and light, and it grew slowly and steadily, in a rather poor acid soil. Presently the old branches are propped up and it is fenced off to protect thousands of feet causing compaction in the soil around its roots. Many large old oaks have big hollows in their trunks but a hollow tree can still be healthy and

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Planting of oak trees is still widespread and locally within the National Forest oak trees were planted as part of the creation of new native and indigenous woodlands. Oak trees are wonderful for supporting the environment. Fungus, birds, insects and toads are among the creatures that house themselves with in oak tree. Actually a single mature oak is said to support over 250 species of wildlife and forms.

An oak takes about 300 years growing, 300 years resting and 300 years declining. The trees actually shrink after about 500 years and become squatter, probably a strategy to cope with strong winds.

Acorns and oak trees are said to be a symbol of longevity, humble beginnings, patience, faith and power.

Although fantastic in parkland setting and large gardens, these trees are not appropriate for a small modern garden and should be planted at least 10 meters from a house, and also consider the shade you create by planting and don’t plant in such a way as to block out your neighbours light.

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Protecting your pets in the garden If you’re enjoying the warmer weather this springtime, and spending more time in the garden with your pet, here are a few tips to keep both cats and dogs safe and well, and avoid any urgent visits to the vet.

Seasonal plants Some spring bulbs and plants can be poisonous to dogs and cats. Daffodils, in particular, cause problems if ingested, but other plants such as tulips, hyacinths, crocuses and clematis are also toxic.

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Chocolate Easter eggs Chocolate contains theobromine, which is highly toxic to your dog or cat. Although dark chocolate contains the most theobromine, the levels in milk chocolate are also sufficient to cause serious health problems.

It’s advisable to consult your vet as a matter of urgency if you know that your pet has consumed chocolate – symptoms include rapid breathing, hyperactivity, seizures, vomiting and diarrhoea.

Slug and snail pellets As spring is ‘slug season’, you may be tempted to use slug pellets to control this problem in your garden.

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ON THE BEAT

Phantom debt fraud Action Fraud has recently experienced an increase in the number of calls to members of the public by fraudsters requesting payments for a “phantom” debt. The fraud involves being cold-called by someone purporting to be a debt collector, bailiff or other type of enforcement agent. The fraudster may claim to be working under instruction of a court, business or other body and suggest they are recovering funds for a non-existent debt.

The fraudsters are requesting payment, sometimes by bank transfer and if refused, they threaten to visit homes or workplaces in order to recover the supposed debt that is owed. In some cases, the victim is also threatened with arrest.

From the reports Action Fraud has received, this type of fraud is presently occurring throughout the UK. It is important to recognise that there are key differences between the various entities who seek to settle debts or outstanding fees in England and Wales.

These differences range from the type of debt they will enforce to the legal powers they possess.

To learn more, please take a look at some of the helpful information and links on the Step Change Debt Charity website; https://www.stepchange.org/ debt-info/debt-collection/bailiffs-and-debt-collectorsdifferences.aspx Protect Yourself • Make vigorous checks if you ever get a cold call.

Bailiffs for example, should always be able to provide you with a case number and warrant number, along with their name and the court they are calling from; make a note of all details provided to you.

• If you receive a visit from a bailiff, they must always identify themselves as a Court Bailiff at the earliest possible opportunity. Ask to see their identity card which they must carry to prove who they are, this card shows their photograph and identity number.

They will also carry the physical warrant showing the debt and endorsed with a court seal.

• If you work for a business and receive a call or visit, be sure to speak with your manager or business owner first. Never pay the debts yourself on behalf of the business you work for; some fraudsters have suggested employees make payment suggesting

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they can then be reimbursed by their employer when in reality the debt is non-existent.

• Exercise caution believing someone is genuine because you’ve found something on the internet; fraudsters could easily create fake online profiles to make you believe them.

• Double check with the court, company or public body they claim to work for to confirm whether the call is legitimate; if you use a landline make sure you hear the dialling tone prior to dialling as the caller could still be on the line and you could potentially speak to the fraudster(s) to confirm the non-existent debt. Also be sure to independently search for a telephone number to call; never use a number provided by the caller without carrying out your own research.

• Do not feel rushed or intimidated to make a decision based on a phone call. Take five and listen to your instincts.

• If you know you have a debt, keep in regular contact with your creditor and be sure to establish the debt type at the earliest opportunity if you are not aware.

This will help you to understand who might be in contact with you regarding any repayments or arrears.

You can report suspicious calls like these to Action Fraud by visiting www.actionfaud.police.uk, or by calling 0300 123 2040.

PC MARK ARJOO Tel: 101 Voicemail ID: 1667 e-mail: mark.arjoo@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk

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Year end tax planning

With the end of the tax year looming there is still time to save tax for 2017/18. Matters to consider.

Make full use of your ISA allowance ISAs are a useful tax free way to save.

Take advantage of capital allowances By making the most of capital allowances, businesses may be able to write off the costs of capital assets against taxable profits. The Annual Investment Allowance allows businesses to claim a deduction of up to £200,000 of the year’s investment in plant and machinery (excluding cars).

Build a tax efficient retirement plan Pension contributions must be paid on or before 5 April 2018 for them to be utilised against 2017/18 income.

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QUIZ

Author Anagrams Can you unscramble these anagrams to come up with the names of ten famous authors?

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2. A nice, honest crook 7. My harsh toad 3. He’s slick dancer

8. Tiny blonde

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10. Dried-up human ear

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BOOK REVIEWS

Be happy with a book Whether you love curling up with a psychological thriller or prefer biographies, enjoy flicking through a cookbook or need business advice, we’ve got just the book to keep you and your e-reader happy.

Anything You Do Say Gillian McAllister A split second decision has lasting implications for the protagonist in this tense psychological thriller. Late at night, believing that she’s being followed, Joanna lashes out, pushing her pursuer down a set of concrete steps. Does she call an ambulance, or walk away?

Both scenarios are then explored. Ingenious, original and fast-paced, this is perfect for fans of Gone Girl and Girl on a Train.

Ultimate Fit Food Gordon Ramsey Planning to get a bit fitter before the summer? Gordon Ramsey’s latest book might help. It’s split into three sections, each of which offers a range of dishes to promote general wellbeing, achieve weight loss or provide fuel for work-outs. There are recipes for everything from healthy snacks and breakfasts to impressive main courses, and plenty of treats are included too. The emphasis is on dishes so delicious you’ll almost forget they’re good for you.

How Not To Be a Boy Robert Webb Actor and comedian Robert Webb has turned his hand to writing, with great success.

How Not To Be a Boy is part biography, part reflection on the expectations that are put on boys and men to act a certain way. Webb reveals his grief at losing his mother and his difficult relationship with his father, and ruminates on how trying to ‘act like a man’ has had a negative effect on his life. Through it all, Webb writes with his trademark humour, taking the reader from laughing out loud to blinking back tears in moments.

The Paying Guests Sarah Waters It’s 1922, but the roaring twenties have yet to reach the quiet corner of London where Frances and her mother live. Frances has resigned herself to a life spent looking after the family home, but the arrival of lodgers Lilian and Leonard Barber reawakens her life, energy and passions. Paying Guests was published in 2014 and was named ‘Fiction Book of the Year’ by The Sunday Times, for good reason. A modern classic, it’s beautifully written, with believably flawed characters, plot twists and a building tension that’ll keep you reading ‘just one more chapter’ until late into the night.

The History of Bees Maja Lunde The History of Bees tells the stories of three people, all connected by bees. In 1851, William is attempting to build a revolutionary beehive to bring honour and fame to his family.

In 2007, George is struggling to keep the family bee farm going.

Almost 100 years later, Tao is enjoying a rare day off from her job hand-pollinating fruit trees, when her son is taken seriously ill. The History of Bees was a surprise international bestseller last year and is ideal for fans of dystopian fiction.

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Start Me Up Various If you’re thinking of setting up your own business, take advice and inspiration from people who’ve done just that.

Enterprise Nation is a website for small businesses and has recently released a free ebook.

Start Me Up features stories from 100 entrepreneurs, including the owner of Cool Cold Brew, which will soon be available in Sainsbury’s, and the founder of the fastest growing baby food brand in the UK. You can download Start Me Up from the blog at www.enterprisenation.com.

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Put a SPRING in your step

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These quick and easy desserts make a delicious sweet treat for any occasion.

Add the zest of 1 lemon to the cream mixture for an extra citrus kick.

To make white chocolate curls, run a swivel-bladed vegetable peeler along the side of a bar of good quality white chocolate.

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3. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until softly peaking. Gently fold the cream into the lemon mascarpone mixture. If it is a little too firm, fold in 2-3 tbsp of milk or single cream.

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remaining lemon and sugar mixture then arrange in the base of four glass serving dishes, breaking to fit if necessary. Spoon half the mascarpone cream mixture on top.

5. Repeat the layers once more using the rest of the sponge fingers, lemon sugar mixture and lemon mascarpone cream. Scatter the white chocolate curls over the top. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 2-3 hours before serving.

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CHESS PUZZLE

White to play and mate in 7 There are chess players of all strengths, from beginner to grandmaster. How do you become a grandmaster? Play a lot, improve a lot, then beat other grandmasters.

In this position it’s White to play and mate in 7. It’s from Edward Lasker v George A Thomas, London, 1912.

A grandmaster would probably find the winning sequence in under a minute.

Some club players would see the first move but not be able to calculate the other 6 moves. You’re allowed to set this up and move the pieces until you find the mate. Good luck.

For a full game, please come to our club that meets on Thursdays at 7.30pm at Ashby Ivanhoe Social Club. Beginners welcome.

Junior coaching is from 6.15pm, also Thursdays. Contact Neil Roberts on 01530 455957 for details.

Our chess puzzle comes courtesy of local resident Richard Vann, the solution can be found on page 124 - should you need it!

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Accountants & Payroll Ashby Payroll Bureau 97 Baldwins 104 Haines Watts 3 J S Accountancy Services 9 Aerials & Satellite KS Digital 96 Satellite Aerial Services 111 Architects DCI Architecture 123 Niche Architecture 30 Arts, Crafts, Gifts, Jewellery, Toys Ashby Bears 80 Copper Leaf Craft Cafe 16 Country Colours Art Group 80 Ferrers Centre for Arts & Crafts 39 Souk de la Zouch 101 Builders & Building Supplies Beeston Building & Groundworks 18 Buildbase 34 Keith Armston Building Contractors 92 Business Services Ibstock Networking Group 122 Peter Bourne Communications 42 Rockleigh House Business Centre 9 Carpenters & Joiners Derek Verey 46 S S Joinery 26 Carpets & Interiors Ashby Stoves 58 Fairweathers Carpets 113 JWM Interiors 117 Richardsons Furniture 89 Toons 5 The Bed Shop 107 The Flooring and Bed Company 64 & 65 Wendy’s Courtyard Interiors 111 Childcare, Clubs, Schools & Tuition th 38 & 96 4 Ashby Scouts Angelus Guardianship 88 Grace Dieu Manor School 53 Midlands Music Services 74 Stagecoach Ashby de la Zouch 68 & 69 STEM Kids 25 Cleaning, Ironing, Laundry Services Breedon Carpet Care 19 Deanclean 30 Jayne’s Extreme Clean 103 Karen’s Ovengleam 48 NJR Pure Clean 46 The Bee’s Knees 23 Toni’s Ironing Angels 119 Town & Country Stove Cleaning 15 Clothing The Shoe Box 57 Country Stores/ General Stores Ivanhoe Countrystore 79 Dental Services Ashby Dental Laboratory 46 Beautiful Dentures 103 Measham Dental 31 Domestic Appliances Contracool Home Solutions 37 Contract & Domestic Services 55 Driving Schools Bardon School of Motoring 30 Jo Driving 37 RDT School of Motoring 89 Electricians A&J Bartlett 35 D & B Electrical 8 M Bunker Electrical 123 Ramsell & Watkins 56

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Estate Agents & Housing Alexanders Estate Agents 11 John German 76 Whitehead’s Estate Agents 27 Events & Attractions Alpaca Park Farm 112 Ashbeian Musical Theatre Group 24 Ashby Art Club Exhibition 23 Ashby Arts Festival 15 Ashby Farmer’s Market 101 Funhouse Comedy 47 Garden Bunny Hunt 92 Plant Sale 120 The 1620’s House & Garden 14 Financial Services Bleathwood 21 DGS, IFA 54 Ian Goodship, IFA 32 Food & Groceries Milk Delivery Ltd 18 Smithards Bakery 17 Funeral Services The Co-operative Funeral Care 50 & 51 Furniture Repairs & Restoration Ancient & Modern 16 Garden Design Artisan of Ashby Ltd 96 Ashby Horticultural Services 111 Francesca Sinclair Ltd 88 Garden Maintenance Blades & Spades 77 Blueberry Products Ltd 37 Charnwood Tree Services 119 Eden Tree Care & Fencing 108 Four Seasons Garden Services 124 GDR Landscapes 15 Green Grass 123 Green Thumb (Ashby) 95 Heartwood Fencing 42 Ken Ward 46 Roughly Refined Garden Service 87 Stone Drives & Landscapes 105 Sunnyside Garden Centre 49 The Ten Mile Timber Company 116 Hair & Beauty Beauty @ the Annex 66 Mrs P’s Powder Room 77 Trendset Hair 85 Healthcare Ashby Chiropody & Podiatry Clinic 116 Ashby Eye Clinic 84 Ashby Osteopathic Clinic 48 Ashby Reflexology 15 Heavenly Holistic 89 Helen Forman 9 Pathfinding Therapy 40 Prestige Nursing 55 ProPhysio Ashby 41 Specsavers 73 Time & Space 103 Homecare Austin Ben 89 Bosworth Home Care 35 IT Services Ashby Web Design 97 The PC Clinic 89 Kitchens & Bathrooms Ashby KBB 2 Holme Tree 92 Locksmiths Hazlewood Locksmiths 43 Motor Services A D Car Cosmetics 59 Castle Garage 99 Chips Away 87

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