MAY 2019
www.ashbylife.co.uk
YOUR FREE LOCAL COMMUNITY
MAGAZINE
ISSUE 156
INSIDE THIS MONTH: NEW Local Clubs & Classes • National Forest Walking Festival • Blackfordby Open Gardens
2nd to 6th May 2019
art photography music theatre poetry storytelling film crafts exhibitions performances workshops Exhibition entry forms and programme details available at www.ashbyartsfestival.co.uk
SEE PAGES 58 & 59
SEE PAGES 10 & 11
SEE PAGE 7
PRICES FROM
£5
*
PER MONTH
Why not save 18% with our Enhanced Programme?
Your first choice for lawn care 2018 was a difficult year for your garden. Extreme weather conditions resulted in lawns that didn’t look their best. As we move towards the growing season, now is the time to start preparing your lawn to get the most from it. Our seasonal treatments start from just £5 per month*.
book your treatments early. If you think your lawn is beyond repair due to last year’s sweltering summer, ask us about our Lawn Makeover - the best way to get ‘The GreenThumb lawn.’
Due to high demand, and to avoid disappointment, we advise that you
For your FREE lawn analysis & no-obligation quote, contact your local branch today.
Simply call 01530 244 552 or email ashby@greenthumb.co.uk *Based on paying for your treatments by Direct Debit
2
www.greenthumb.co.uk
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
We support business owners to help them
GROW A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS
Many business owners require help when growing a business, whether in business planning, improving the quality of their profits, driving sales growth, building a management team or dealing with growing pains. Haines Watts experience of helping other businesses grow, could make a huge difference to the rate and growth of your business. To find out more contact Haines Watts, your local award winning accountants Haines Watts Ashby 6 Charter Point Way, Ashby Park,
Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1NF 01530 411130 - www.hwca.com
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
3
IN THIS ISSUE
Welcome
Editor Vanessa Preece
to the May issue. For me May siignalls the impend ding arriivall of summer. Not always in the weather admittedly, more so in the sheer number of outdoor events from fetes to fairs, carnivals, festivals and more.
01530 417739 Email enquiries Advertising/Accounts Website/What’s On info@lifemagazines.co.uk W
www.ashbylife.co.uk www.facebook.com/ashbylife @AshbyLife
Cover Photos courtesy of Ashby Arts Festival Ashby Life Ltd
Rockleigh House 37 Burton Road Ashby de la Zouch LE65 2LF
May promises to be a busy month, let’s just keep our fingers crossed for some sunny weather now!
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.
Would you like to
I’m in an extremely privileged position pulling together this magazine each month as I get a sneak preview of the upcoming events and there are plenty on the way. In this issue alone we have details of Timber Festival, Blackfordby Open Gardens, the National Forest Walking Festival and more. As this issue lands the Ashby Arts Festival will be under way with its wonderful outdoor gallery. Later this month we also see the return of the Ashby Food & Drink Festival courtesy of Food Gusto.
JUNE ISSUE COPY DEADLINE
Vanessa
Thursday 16th May
Support
your local community At Ashby Life we are proud to promote local independent businesses
advertise
BUY LOCAL
e.co.uk www.ashbylif MAY 2019
in Ashby Life?
YOUR FREE
MAGAZINE
UNITY LOCAL COMM
: NEW Local Clubs & INSIDE THIS MONTH
Classes • National
Forest Walking
ISSUE 156
by Open Gardens Festival • Blackford
It’s a fantastic way to target potential customers and great value for money. See our website or call us on 01530 417739 for details Please note advertising space is limited, pre-booking is recommended th 2019 2 to 6 May
nd film crafts poetry storytelling music theatre workshops .uk art photography performances at www.ashbyartsfestival.co exhibitions details available Exhibition entry
SEE PAGES
4
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
58 & 59
forms and programme
SEE PAGES
10 & 11
SEE PAGE
7
Simply Property alexanders-estates.com
Ashby-de-la-Zouch | Market Bosworth | Loughborough | Shepshed
Orton Lane, Norton Juxta Twycross
Offers in excess of £500,000
• Beautifully landscaped south facing rear gardens
• Four bedrooms and two bathrooms
• One of five exclusive homes within a small development
• Ample off road parking and integrated double garage
• Stunning countryside views from all aspects
• EPC Rating D
RE UI
SI
SI M
M
ILA
ILA
R
R
PR
O
S IN ALE
RE
Q
SA IN LE A 8 G PE DA RE RT Y ED IE S S
D
• Contemporary breakfast kitchen and two reception rooms
PR 72 AG O H R PE O E RT U ED IE R S S RE Q UI RE D
• A charming and lovingly maintained detached family home
The Pinfold, Newton Burgoland
Guide price £280,000
Hawthorn Close, Measham
• A lovingly maintained semi-detached family home
• Lovingly maintained detached family home
• Country shaker style dining kitchen with Belfast sink
• Presented in exceptional order across 1490 sq ft
• Quiet no through road in this beautiful rural village
• Dining kitchen and two reception rooms
• Three good sized bedrooms and a beautiful family bathroom
• Four bedrooms and two bathrooms
• EPC Rating E
• EPC Rating D
01530 413126
Guide price £325,000
ashby@alexanders-estates.com 12 The Green, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1JU
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
5
IN THIS ISSUE
CONTENTS Ashby Arts Festival National Trust News National Forest Walking Festival Ashby Museum News Local Clubs & Classes Ashby Community Roadshow Local Author Competition On the Beat Local Events - Food Gusto Local Events - Moira Canal Festival
10 14 18 22 26 30 34 38 40 42
40
Ashby Christadelphian Church 46 50 Blackfordby Open Gardens Castle Medical Group & The Surgery 54 58 & 59 Fitness Tips What’s On 62 & 63 66 Money Matters Body Matters 70 The National Garden Scheme 74 78 Your Wellbeing Just 4 Fun 82 84 Health & Beauty Tips Venture Theatre News 86
Community Board 90 94 The Conservation Volunteers In Your Garden 98 102 Ashbeian MTG News Local Community News - Hospice Hope 106 108 Puzzle Page St Helen’s Church & Heritage Centre 110 Book Reviews 114 118 Pets Corner Chess Puzzle 122 124 Puzzle Solutions Business Directory 126
42
74
Established in 1989
Design and Pave Landscapes specialise in high quality paving and hard landscapes. We create beautiful gardens, patios and driveways.
PAVING & LANDSCAPE SPECIALISTS
For a free quotation call 01530 272549 or 07970 741003 6
www.designandpave.co.uk
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
Our Name is your Guarantee
35
10
Call us for a no obligation quote to see how we can improve your home comfort
ASHBY 415986
mobile: 07980 015807 email: info@sdhillplumbing.co.uk
www.sdhillplumbing.co.uk
*Terms and conditions apply - ask for details.
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
7
Owen Williams Kitchens
www.owen-williams.co.uk
Whether you're after a traditional shaker kitchen or prefer a more comptemporary handle-less look, with such a wide range to choose from you're sure to �nd a kitchen you'll love at Owen Williams Kitchens. Here are just a few reasons to consider us for your kitchen project:
- High quality British made kitchens - Over 270 doors in 40 �nishes, both modern and traditional - Free design and initial site survey - Wide range of worktops and appliances from market-leading brands - Fully project-managed installations, using our own highly skilled team - Unrivalled customer service, from design to completion -
Visit our showroom at 217 Thornborough Road, Coalville, LE67 3TN Opening hours: 9:30-17:30 Tues-Fri, 9:30-15:30 Sat Call: 01530 833960 Email: info@owen-williams.co.uk 8
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
If you are OVER 60 it £60 will only COST YOU £60* to make or update your Will. We are also Lasting Power of £85 Attorney Specialists - ONLY £85* each LPA if instructed during the Will appointment. Our prices include home visits and Inheritance Tax advice.
Property Protection Trust
Call us now for a friendly chat on:
01530 587199 www.kornerstonelegal.co.uk g k|info@kornerstonelegal.co.uk
19 Kirkhill | Shepshed | LE12 9PA | Freephone: 0800 193 7377 Company Reg No: 11635657. *Our prices include VAT. These very special rates are only available if you are over 60 years old. Normal price for standard will £125, £195 for two. We also provide Guaranteed Funeral Plans.
Fully I NPTC nsured, qualifi ed
SILVAN ENTERPRISES LTD James Hayles HND. RRM ✔ Tree Surgery ✔ Spraying Specialist ✔ Ground Maintenance
including Mowing, Fencing, Hedgecutting, Tu urfing etc Seasoned Hardwood Logs Split and Delivered
£120 Large Load
TRACKED WOODCHIPPERS FOR HIRE
01530 610507 (home) | 07970 950129 50129 (mobile) Email: silvanenterpriseslimited@hotmail.com
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
9
ASHBY ARTS FESTIVAL
A WEEKEND OF ART AND PERFORMANCE FOR ALL!
Ashby Arts Festival is an annual community event, run by volunteers, which this year takes place over the bank holiday weekend from 4th to 6th May.
The festival has been around now for over 14 years and is most well-known for its giant outdoor gallery of huge 8 by 4 foot artworks displayed on buildings, businesses and schools all around the town centre. This year the theme is “Name that Tune” and includes a children’s section with a series of 4 foot square boards on display in Huntingdon Court. The trail map guides you around them all. Our amazing galleries are open all weekend at Ivanhoe College and host our annual Art and Photography Exhibitions, a pop up art shop to top up one your arty materials and our “Art Café” with craft activities and great cake! The full festival programme also includes a wide variety of theatre, music, workshops and
10
24th May to
2nd J
performances all ages. We W are th thrilled ill d tto h have a fantastic singing workshop and concerts featuring our local community choir Roots and led by The Teacup Trio, three award winning harmony singers receiving great reviews on the Folk Festival circuit. There are also glass fusing, writing and kids workshops to enjoy. There is a fantastic black comedy title “Ten Rods” at the Venture Theatre and a welcome return of the Funhouse Comedy Club - Festival Special with a great line up of comics including Chris McCausland, a brilliant blind comic, who has appeared on Live at the Apollo. For the kids there is a magical puppet show of Peter Pan from Chorus Theatre. With so much to choose from, you are sure to find plenty of interest over this lively weekend! See www.ashbyartsfestival.co.uk or Ashby Tourist Information Office for full programme details and trail maps. You can follow us on Facebook or on Twitter @AshbyArtsFest
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
THURSDAY 2nd and Friday 3rd May “Ten Rods” Venture Theatre Play 7pm, Venture Theatre, £9 SATURDAY 4th MAY Festival Galleries Open 10am-4pm at venues around town Performances Around Town From 10.30am including dancing, singing & drumming Monsters on Tour 11am-4pm Fun family Monster Hunt and crafting on the Bath Grounds Yarn Bomb on Market Street Knitted art in the raised garden at the top of Market St Peter Pan Puppet theatre, 11pm and 1.30pm, Ashby Library, £4 Rock Painting Workshop 10am-2pm, Create a “rock band” at St Helen’s Community Heritage Centre, £2 All things bright and beautiful” Mural 10am – 2pm Help paint a mural, St Helen’s Churchyard, FREE Community Singing at St Helen’s Church 11am to 12noon, favourite hymn sing-a-long, FREE “Show and Tell” Adult Writers’ Workshop 2pm to 4pm, tell and write a story, St Helen’s Community Heritage Centre, FREE but limited places Unison in Harmony - Festival of Voices Workshop & Concert led by The Teacup Trio 10am-4.30pm Try a cappella singing! £25 includes afternoon concert. contact: Sue on 07981 356388 The Teacup Trio at the Lyric Folk concert, 7.30pm Lyric Rooms, £10 . Book via bit.ly/teacuptrio or Sue 07981 356388 “Ten Rods” Venture Theatre Play 7pm, Venture Theatre, £9 Don’t miss our Giant Outdoor Gallery! This year the theme is “Name That Tune”. See up to 40 8’x4’ artworks displayed on buildings around town From Fri 26th April to Thurs 18 th July, FREE
2nd to 6th May 2019 Galleries, Workshops and Performances! SUNDAY 5th MAY Festival Galleries Open 10am-4pm at venues around town Monsters on Tour Another chance to see the monsters from Timber 2018 on the Bath Grounds Peter Pan Puppet theatre, 1.30pm, Ashby Library, £4 Funhouse Comedy Club - Festival Special 7.30pm, Lyric Rooms, Tickets £12 in advance from www.funhousecomedy.co.uk MONDAY 6th MAY Last day to see our Galleries!! 10am-2.30pm at venues around town Monsters on Tour Another chance to see the monsters from Timber 2018 Fused Glass Workshops 10am-12 noon, Pendant Workshop £16 or 1pm to 3pm Glass Picture Workshop £19, Ashby Library
Check our website for full event and booking details www.ashbyartsfestival.co.uk Unless otherwise stated bookings via Ashby Tourist Information Centre 01530 411767
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
11
---ADVERTORIAL---
Do you find booking a holiday stressful, confusing and time consuming? Or maybe you’ve had a holiday to forget, falsely advertised with hidden extra costs. If any of this sounds familiar, I may have a solution for you. My name is Jasmine Rowe and I work for Travel Counsellors, an awardwinning personalised service which removes any hassles from planning and booking your trip. I live in Bretby, Burton Upon Trent with my husband and two children. I was born in Darwin, Australia before moving to the UK as a child. Since an early age, travel has formed the background to many of my happiest memories. After studying Tourism and Leisure in Edinburgh, followed by travelling around South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, I joined a renowned bespoke travel company, gaining over a decade of industry experience creating tailor-made holidays. As a travel counsellor, any holiday is possible, from family camping holidays in Snowdonia, to trekking
in the Andes, I have the resources to book any type of itinerary. With a keen interest in off-the-beatentrack destinations, multi-stop trips and, most recently, family holidays with two young children, I will take the stress from planning and help you make the right travel choices. I work from home and am available at times which can suit you. We can consult by telephone, email or even face to face with a cup of tea and a slice of homemade cake. As part of the multi-award winning company Travel Counsellors, your money is guaranteed with our financial trust fund and ATOL protection.
Jasmine
With us.. it’s persrsosona onala 01283 440036 jasmine.rowe@travelcounsellors.com www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/ k/jasmine.rowe /
Gracie Jaynes Home & Gift Gracie Jaynes is the place to visit for beautiful home decor and gifts. Located in the village of Ibstock, Leicestershire, our showroom has ample free car parking. Stockists of Thomas Kent Clocks, East of India, Harris Williams and Just Jules, amongst other quality brands and handpicked ranges, all at affordable prices.
Find us on Station Road, Ibstock, Leicestershire, LE67 6JJ (inside Jeff Fowkes Wheels) Open 8:30am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday, 8:30am-3pm Saturday. Check our website & social media for extended opening hours. 12
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
50 DERBY ROAD, MELBOURNE, DERBYSHIRE, DE73 8FE
COCKTAIL BAR
2 AA ROSETTE RESTAURANT
PRIVATE EVENTS
WEDDINGS
@amalfiwhite
@amalfiwhiteuk @
01332 694 890
hello@amalfiwhite.com
WWW.AMALFIWHITE.COM
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
13
NATIONAL TRUST NEWS
WALK YOUR WAY THROUGH MAY AT CALKE ABBEY With warm weekends, drawn-out days and bank holidays around every corner, May is the perfect month to grab your walking boots and explore a little further afield. This year, Calke Abbey is taking part in the National Forest Walking Festival, and there are plenty of guided walks around the estate to get you started, from woodland and wildlife walks to minibeast safaris. If you prefer to lead your own walk, look out for seasonal highlights this spring, including a carpet of bluebells in Serpentine Wood. While a magical sight in spring, bluebells are a protected species – you can help Calke Abbey to protect these wild flowers by sticking to the paths and leaving them to grow in the woods. Follow the blue way-marked walk to see the bluebells or download the route from Calke’s website. As May comes to an end, half-term arrives! With over 600 acres of green space to explore, Calke’s back garden is full of endless adventures for families. Go wildlife spotting on a minibeast safari or look out for birds, bees and butterflies on your rambles around the park. On those wet-weather days, get hands-on
The bluebells are a magical sight in Serpentine Wood ©National Trust Images/Sue Richardson
with nature-themed activities in Squirt’s Stable, our family activity area. While you’re out and about at Calke Abbey, you might notice some new additions to the parkland this year. Calke has launched a new project called HumanKind, marking 200 years since the death of the ‘Isolated Baronet’, and delving deeper into Calke’s history of isolation. Find more information on the Calke Abbey websitewww.nationaltrust.org.uk
Just
MDBathrooms
forr
You
A comprehensive clothing
ALTERATION SERVICE
Tailored Suit, Dresses and Outfits Personal Fitting Service Bridalwear, Leather and PVC Everyday clothing alterations: Bathroom Installation Service All budgets catered for, Fully insured 25 years experience, All tiling requirements Wet walling, wet rooms, underfloor heating, digital shower systems FREE ADVICE AND QUOTATIONS
01530 484562 / 07904 073957
markdagley@hotmail.co.uk
14
• Zip Replacements • Garment Shortening • Curtain Shortening 8 Huntingdon Court (rear of Huntingdon Court)
Ashby de la Zouch Parking available
Tel: (01530) 413790
First Class Service Ladies, Gents & Children
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
Leading the way in providing an AFFORDABLE PROFESSIONAL service
Westminster Law Wills & Estate Planning
If you are over 65 it will only cost you £65* to make or update your Will. We are also Lasting Power of Attorney Speciallists - only £85* each LPA if instructedd during the Will appointment. Our priices include home visits and Innheritance Tax advice. Call us now for a no obligation chat on: 01509 833081
www.westminster-law.co.uk email: info@westminster-law.co.uk Westminster Law, Leicester. Head Office- Beacon Crescent, Hindhead GU26 6UG
*OUR PRICES INCLUDE VAT. These very special rates are only available if you are over 65 years old. Our normal price for a standard single Will is £125, £195 for two.
Crazy Ladies Cleaning Domestic & Commercial Cleaning We can clean your home on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis or a one-off springclean. All our ladies are fully insured. Discretion is guaranteed. We clean and care for your home as if it is our own. We are professional, reliable, flexible and affordable. Call Tracey for a free, no obligation quote
01234 567890 To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
15
---ADVERTORIAL---
TIMBER FESTIVAL RETURNS Voted Best New Festival at the UK Festival Awards 2018, Timber returns in style to the National Forest in July. With a packed weekend of music and breath-taking performances, national, international and local artists, it will give us a new take on the landscape of the National Forest and inspirational ways for us all to reconnect to nature and make the most of the forest on our doorstep. Musiciaans Gwenno, Jesca Hoop and You Telll Me head the line-up, and UK stand-u up comedian and actor, Phill Jupitus, will share his Wilderness Tracks BC Radio 4’s Geoff Bird. with BB Lost in Translation will present a th hrilling circus show devised just for Timber. Based on Italo Calvino’s novel, The Baron in the Trees, the show includes amazing acrobatics, slapstick, juggling and aerial stunts. Leicester Comedy Festival adds riotous humour to the outdoor vibe with appearances by Alex Hylton, Carly Smallman, and Chris Washington (nominated for lastminute.com Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Newcomer 2017, sell out show at Leicester Comedy Festival). Timber offers incredible immersive experiences throughout the weekend: stand under Dan Fox’s Shimmer, a freestanding installation providing 12 branches of sound and light; dance the evening away at the iconic Eyrie stage, with the best in live music and spoken word, including BBC Radio 6Music’s Elizabeth Alker and late night woodland DJs. Local singing group, The Coal Tits, fuse traditional ballads with their own interpretations of local characters, places, histories and traditions of the heart of the Forest.
Roots Community Choir present acapella renditions of English folk songs and vocal world music. At Timber they’ll create rich vocal arrangements inspired by the Noon Columns found close to the festival site. CircularityRise run an open mic showcase for young people in Burton upon Trent. At Timber they will acoustically ‘blow up the camp fire’, showcasing their performance skills hosted by Kirby, of The Voice fame. Seams, a new piece created for Timber 2019, will take the audience on a journey inspired by the evocative names and diagrams of the coal seams that surround Feanedock. Don your miner’s helmet and venture as if below ground, for a sound and light installation through dark stony bind, and nether coal, before emerging into a brave new world, viewing the festival site in a whole new light. Locally-sourced food and drink, inspiring health and well-being activities, engaging woodland crafts and games all feature in a packed programme that will help bring Timber festival-goers closer to trees and nature.
For more info and tickets see www.timberfestival.org.uk
SPECIAL OFFER FOR NATIONAL FOREST RESIDENTS! 25% discount on all day, weekend and camping tickets
16
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
17
LOCAL EVENTS
NATIONAL FOREST WALKING FESTIVAL Now in its 12th year, the National Forest Walking Festival 2019 is an opportunity to lace up your boots and join the knowledgeable festival walk leaders as they help you to explore in and around 200 square miles of the National Forest. The festival runs from Saturday 18th through to Thursday 30th May with a programme of guided and themed walks and activities for all ages and abilities. Discover historic towns and villages, enjoy wonderful countryside and learn more about the area’s rich and varied history. This year they have nearly 100 walks for you to choose from, plus a whole range of walking-related activities to keep you striding out in the Forest all year round. The walks cover distances from one to fourteen miles and cater for wheelchairs, pushchairs, health walkers and ramblers. New for this year there are also specialist photography walks and activities such as orienteering, geocaching and map-reading. The creation of the National Forest has opened up more than three times the amount of land than was previously available for us all to explore and enjoy. It’s the boldest environmentally-led regeneration project in the country. With a variety of partners, there have been more than 8.7 million trees planted over the last 27 years, and the aim is to reach 10 million trees!
18
You can support the project through a donation that will help create and look after the Forest and you can help plant more trees. Through the ‘Plant a Tree’ scheme, you’re invited to plant a tree to remember a loved one or celebrate a happy life event. You can also ‘Dedicate a Tree’ online, where the team plant the tree for you. In either case you receive a personalised certificate with your own message and choice of design. You can also volunteer your time to help at Timber festival, or help manage woodlands or maintain walking routes through the Forest. Walking in the National Forest is a year round pleasure so don’t feel the Festival is your only chance to enjoy the area. As well as all the guided walks during the Festival there are many regular organised local walks you can join throughout the year, or you can grab a map or pick up a leaflet, go outside and explore on your own. Each step in the National Forest can take you somewhere completely different. Follow gentle trails through vibrant young woodlands and nature-rich ancient forests. Discover more about the area’s heritage or let a canal towpath take you to the nearest pub lunch. For more information about the festival you can visit www.thenationalforestwalkingfestival.org.uk or call Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre on 01283 222848. For year round information on the National Forest visit www.nationalforest.org
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
Potter’s Grange Ashby-de-la-Zouch
COMING SOON! A brand new development of 2, 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes to the beautiful, historic town of Ashby de la Zouch.
woodland boasting wildlife, canals, heritage trails and country parks. Bringing luxury and sophistication to this pretty market town, Potter’s Grange will be the perfect place to call home.
Ideally located to enjoy the National Forest’s countryside, with 200 square miles of
Register your interest online today to be one of the first to hear about our exclusive launch.
Smisby Road | Ashby de la Zouch | Leicestershire | LE65 2UF
www.crestnicholson.com/pottersgrange
01214 351100
Show home photography taken from a similar Crest Nicholson development.
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
19
In tr d c g Introducing Your Y our LLocal oca al Hyg H Hygienist g ie nist i Pat Hughes P at Hu gh s Caring Ca g dentist de tist Sandra S ndra Ferreira erre has been een jo ne popula H ghess join ed by p u r hygienis hygie ist Pa at Hugh to firstt class dental eam. o offer fer you a fi c nt te Our Pat H Hughes is really O new hygienist h y well known having worked for kno n locally loca y hav g work d in Ashby hby fo m ny ear dra man y ye ars. Now N w Pa Pat ha has joined join d Sa Sand a to delive ygienist se serviice es to el er motivational on hy Measham Me am Dental’s al loyal ya and growing ro g patient p t base. Patt iis passionate about oral b s a o health lt with h a focus on preventative f p ve ve maintenance m ten e to keep p y ur mouth heal hy and you uth health d av a id gum avoid gum diisea sease e e. P Patt is an i credibly expe enced profes a inc d ex erie of ssionall and we are d delighted d to have ha her on the tteam. Measham Dental continues to grow by word of m mo outh h rec recomm men ndation tion n. We W o offe er an afford ffo dab ble le monthly m hl pla p an, n, on one off tthe eb best est v value e plans la on offer in tthe ar area, as well el ass ‘p pay as you ou go options. io go’
96% 96%
off our ur pa patiient nts ts rated ated thei their ir overall vera l
experience xp ie as
excellent* exc n *
*Measham Dental n Patient Satisfaction on Survey, January 2018 18
We care We e ab about ut yyour ur smile m e
Cosmetic
Im mplants
Whitening
Invisible Braces
re tm nts ava aillab ble Treatments e...
Frown Line Reduction
FFacial cial Enhancements an em nt
OPENING OP ING HOURS UR
20
Mon M nda ay
9 9.00 00 a am to 5.30 30 pm
Tuesday es ay We Wednesday da
9.00 0 am a to 5.30 pm 9.00 0 am to o 5.30 5 pm
Th Thursday Friday
12 n noon to 8. 8 00 pm 8.00 am to 1.00 pm
S Satu urda ay Sunday y
Closed lo d Closed
1 The T e Co Cou ourtyard y d 57-6 65 5 High Street ee Measham Mea Swadlincote ad DE12 2 7HR 01530 1530 2 272264 2264 in nfo@ @m @meashamd ashamden ntal al.co .co.uk uk w w.meashamden www m nta al.co.uk
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
Testimonials on Trustatrader
“The whole experience was professionally & efficiently managed, courteous & frriendly. I am completely satisfied with the work done.” Mr T J Norris “Inccredibly tidy, friendly and professional. A pleasure to have around, extrremely honest and considerate. Superby service all round.” Mr McVeigh
BIG SPRING SALE
UP TO 40% OFF ANY UPVC PRODUCTS ORDERED IN MAY
We are also giving away FREE upgrade to Triple Glazing on all Windows FREE Downpipes will all Fascia Soffits and Guttering
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
21
ASHBY MUSEUM NEWS Welcome to this month’s news from Ashby Museum. We are delighted to say that Ian Scruton, Leslie Smith, Janet Argyle and Robert Smith have joined us as a result of our request for volunteers in a recent Ashby Life issue. They are now helping with documentary research, multimedia, front-of-house and Modes data inputting respectively. We are still keen for more volunteers to join us so do get in touch if you can spare two hours a fortnight and would like to do something really worthwhile to help preserve the town’s rich history. We also welcome back Bill Devitt after a furlough due to a fractured patella. Great to see you back Bill. The butterfly exhibition is now displayed in the Loudoun Gallery and we congratulate Bali Love Jenkins on her excellent 3D metal wall sculpture, ‘The Butterfly Hive’. It is quite unique and consists of 216 hand-made stencil-cut butterflies. Do come and see this lovely work of art while you can. There is still time to book a place on our first summer town history walk of the season on
Wednesday 22nd May and a reminder that further walks will take place on Wednesday 26th June and Wednesday 24th July. They all begin at the Museum at 7pm. You can pay on the night but please call, either by phone (01530 560 090) or in person at the Museum, to add your name to the list and reserve your space.
servic
e char ges,
quote
B. Wilkinson 24/7 Plumbing
• Full Bathroom Suites • Tiling – Wall & Floor • Taps and Radiators • Central Heating Flushing NO JOB TOO SMALL
22
01530 461436 07891 796773
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
ASHBY
LIFE
www.masseys-diy.co.uk
FASTER. LONGER. BETTER. INTRODUCING THE NEW HUSQVARNA 550 XP® MARK II AND 545 MARK II
THE PERFECT PARTNERSHIP
in Gardencare Whe en you are looking for the perfect garden, Masseys stock a wide range of Husqvarna products including
Lawn Mowers l Lawn Tractors l Chainsaws Strimmers l Blowers l Hedge Trimmers
along with the next generation in lawncare, the a World leader in robotic mowing
Husqvarna Automower
Ask a Masseys Expert, We’re here to help
Telephone: 01283 217133
129 Swadlincote Road Woodville Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 8DA
One Free Coffee at the Milan Coffee Shop with this advert (2)
Paint & Decorating l Plumbing & Electrics l Home & Kitchen l Hardware l Tools l Lawn & Garden l Garden Machinery l Garden Furniture
Opening Hours: Monday – Friday: 8.00 – 18.30 Saturday: 8.30 – 17.30 Sunday: 10.00 – 16.00 Bank Holidays: 10.00 – 4.00
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
23
Ashby S&V Cars • Available 24/7 taxi • Friendly service • Short local taxi runs • Airport transfers to all UK airports • Established over 25 years
Call to book: 01530 411617 / 07747 771124 24
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
Whitehead s ESTATE AGENTS
SELL WITH EXPERIENCE
Peter Whitehead
Michaela Whitehead
With years of experience and competitive fees, you can trust Whitehead’s Estate Agents to sell your home. Get in touch with us today on 01530 353170 for your free valuation.
www.whiteheadsestates.co.uk
01530 353170
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
25
LOCAL CLUBS AND CLASSES Here in the Ashby Life office we get to hear of so H many local clubs and classes taking place each and every day but it’s not always easy to find the details when you need them. Whether you’re looking for inspiration to get fit, take up a new hobby, to learn a new skill or simply to make some new friends local clubs and classes are an essential part of our community.
That’s why we are launching our brand NEW guide to local clubs and classes online later this month at www.ashbylife.co.uk/localclasses In the meantime here’s a roundup of pre-school activities for all you mums out there.
Tiny Talk, Toddler Talking
Classes are every Thursday from 10am to 11am at Ashby Methodist Church, Burton Road LE65 2LF. They cost £6.50 per family per session. For more information call Jo on 07709 448 209 or enquire online at www.tinytalk.co.uk/jol
Matt Elliott Soccer Tots
Every Tuesday from 12.30pm to 1.15pm at Hood Park Leisure Centre for 2-4 year olds. £3.50 per session. For more information call 07584 568 937 or email info@mesports.com
Little Fishes Playgroup
Tumble Tots
Every Monday from 9.30am to 11.30am (term time only) at St Helen’s Heritage Centre, 4 Church Yard, Ashby, LE65 1AA. Donations gratefully received.
Sessions for various age groups run every Friday from 9.30am to 1.45pm at Hood Park Leisure Centre. For further information contact Sam Dunn on 01530 413 721.
Kimble’s Music and Movement
Acorns Toddler Group
Soft Play at Hood Park
Little Acorns Forest School
A number of classes run at various times every week day (term time only) at Moira Furnace, Furnace Lane, Moira, DE12 6AT. For more details and a class timetable go to www.kimblesfun.com
Tuesday 9.30am to 11.30am and Thursday 1pm to 3pm. Hood Park Leisure Centre runs soft play sessions for 0-5 year olds. Each session costs £3.90 (under 8 months free). We recommend that you check with the organiser of the club or class before your first visit. Ashby Life cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services appearing in the magazine.
26
Every Thursday from 9.30am to 11am (term time only) at Ashby Baptist Church, 4 Brook Street, Ashby, LE65 1HA. £1.50 per family. For further information contact Sam Dunn on 01530 413 721.
The Forest School provides Preschool Stay and Play sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings in term time. Based at Hicks Lodge Cycle Centre, Moira, LE65 2UP. Sessions are £4 and are prebookable in advance. For more information call Dave on 07756 501 339 or email davechurchward@hotmail.com
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
NE W
Find local clubs and classes through online
If you run a local club or class you can share the details at www.ashbylife.co.uk/localclasses for just £1+ VAT per week* *Minimum 12 months commitment. Maximum 52 classes.
Call Lee on: 01530 490019
SERVICING
Average appliance has 30 items checked, adjusted and cleaned REPAIRS FIX PRICE GUARANTEED Installations, Free quotations LPG qualified 25 years of experience Finance packages available starting with 0% APR over 24 months with other packages available. We are an appointed representative of the Pay Monthly Boiler Centre who are authorised and regulated by the financial conduct authority FRN676340
www.ignitegasltd.co.uk
Check us out on
facebook.com/ignitegasservices
Helen Forman DipCFHP MPSPract
FOOT HEA ALTH PRACTITIONER Nail trimming and filing, corn and callous removal, Would you like to improve your crackedd verrucas, diabetic feet, heels, or get rid of your verrucas in timee fungal skin and nail for your summer holiday? I am fully mobile or offer clinic appointments at infections treated ARE YOUR FEET READY FOR SUMMER?
Castle Medical Practice.
07779 076492
helenlmorris@ntlworld.com Member of the accredited register of Foot Health Practitioners
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
27
Here at Swadlincote Window Company, we can offer you a wide range of bespoke products, these include… ● Stratus Lantern Roof ● Solid Roofs ● Replacement 19th century replica timber windows ● Aluminium windows, doors and bi-folds ● UPVC windows, doors and bi-folds ● Solid composite doors ● UPVC vertical sliders ● Arched windows & doors ● A variety of garage doors ● Conservatories and Orangeries ● Fascia, soffits and guttering ●
For more information about any of our products, or to arrange a free quotation, call us on: 01283 212222. Alternatively, scan the QR code to the left to go to our website. To like us on Facebook, scan the QR code to the right.
Belmont Street Swadlincote DE11 8JZ Web: www.swadlincotewindows.com Email: quotes@swadlincotewindows.com
28
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
NOW OFFERING ORLY NAIL SERVICES
Luminous Manicures, Walking on air Pedicures, Express treatments and Gel nails using vitamin infused Orly GelFX. Offering 10% off any nail service throughout May - Quote Ashby Life!
6-7 Pass Courtyard, Ashby de la Zouch, LE65 1AG Telephone : 01530 417717 www.thetemplehairspa.co.uk Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
29
LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWS
ASHBY COMMUNITY ROADSHOW EVENT Thursday 6th June 3pm to 6pm Hood Park Leisure Centre To celebrate Volunteers Week 2019, several local organisations are working together to organise an Ashby Community Roadshow event at Hood Park Leisure Centre. Volunteers’Week takes place between the 1st and 7th of June every year and is a chance to thank volunteers for their valuable contributions. This event isn’t just about volunteering. It’s also a celebration of everything that goes on in the Ashby area. You might want to take up a new hobby or sport, get involved as a volunteer or show some support for the local community.
Ashby has a thriving community and lots to offer, but sometimes people just don’t know what is out there or how to get involved. Whatever your interests, there is something out there for you, so go along on the day and find out more! The session will be open to the public, local groups, businesses and organisations. The aim is to promote local services, to learn about what is on offer in and around Ashby, and to encourage more people to volunteer and get involved in their local community. There will be information stalls from a variety of different community groups and organisations and the opportunity to chat to people about how you could get involved in their activities. You can drop in at any time between 3pm and 6pm. For more information, please contact Dave Cliffe on dave.c@valonline.org.uk or telephone 0116 2575033
T: M: E: W:
01283 550029 07855 349921 info@stonedrives.com www.stonedrives.com
BLOCK PAVING | PATIOS | FENCING | LANDSCAPING Fully insured & all work guaranteed, contact us for a free no obligation quote. 30
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
Get set for summer with TWO MONTHS FREE plus a FREE 30-minute personal training session, when you join Everyone Active on an annual fitness membership!* *16 years+. 1-year annual fitness membership, full cost must be paid in advance. A joining fee applies. No refunds if membership cancelled early. See www.everyoneactive.com/WarmUp for full terms.
IS WARMING UP FOR SUMMER Visit everyoneactive.com/WarmUp for more details. W
everyoneactive.com
Everyone Active working in partnership with North West Leicestershire District Council.
facebook.com/everyoneactive @everyoneactive facebook.com/everyoneactive
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
31
Specialists in home extensions, loft conversions, general building & bespoke joinery works, SS Joinery are
‘Covering every angle’ of the building trade.
Follow us
01283 211 547
07967 772 829
info@ssjoinery.co.uk
ssjoinery.co.uk
www. 32
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
We are local, from Blackfordby 30+ years experience
Mobile Smart Repairs Bumper Repairs Mirror Repairs Stone Chip Repairs Dent / Scratch Removal Polishing General Paintwork
Andy
07905 119 018 or 07905 119 031
“YOUR CAR IS SAFE IN OUR HANDS” Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
33
LOCAL AUTHOR COMPETITION
WIN A COPY OF PIPPA’S LATEST BOOK! Local author Philippa Seago is celebrating the publication of her second novel, The Happiness Project: An emotional, heartwarming pageturner, written under her pen name of Pippa James. It is a sequel to her first book, I Will Survive: A laugh out loud, feel good romantic comedy about surviving love, life and parenting one gin at a time, following the same three mums, outspoken Frankie, super organised Alison and painfully shy Kate, as the friendship that started at the school gate is tested by difficulties organising childcare, helping out on the PTA and coming up with World Book Day costumes. ‘But it’s not just about them being mums,’ Pippa says. ‘It’s about love, friendship and identity too.’ The idea of setting a book around a school in a small village came from Pippa’s own experiences when her two children now aged 7 and 9 started at Melbourne Infant School. ‘Through my kids’ friendships, I got to meet so many other parents and some of them are now my closest friends,’ she explains. And will the people of Melbourne recognise any of the characters in the books? ‘I’ve definitely not based them on anyone in particular!’ Pippa says. ‘The situations the women have to deal with should be familiar to all parents and readers from all over the country have said they know people p p just j like these women.’
As well as being a mum and a writer, Pippa is also a psychology teacher in Derby and has had to be very resourceful to create the time to write. She has found that a good place to write is local pubs, including the Chip and Pin and the Crewe and Harpur, where she can be found with a cup of tea and her laptop in the evenings or on her way home from work. ‘It’s important to get away from all the distractions at home,’ she says. ‘I’ve even sat and written in a café while the kids are at a party nearby.’ Her advice to other budding authors is to write in whatever time you can find: ‘You don’t need whole days to write, an hour here and there adds up in the end.’. Both books are available as ebooks and paperback from Amazon, published by Bookouture. If you would like to hear more from Pippa James, you can follow her on Twitter: @PippaJamesbooks or Facebook: @PippaJamesAuthor
COMPETITION TIME Asshby Life is giving one lucky winner the chance to WIN a signed copy of both of Pippa’s books; The Haappiness Project and I Will Survive! To be in with a chance of winning simply send your full contact details to us at Life Magazines, Rockleigh House, 37 Burton Road, Ashby de la Zouch, LE65 2LF or email us at: competition@lifemagazines.co.uk with the subject line ‘Pip ppa James Ashby Life Competition’. Good Luck!!! EEntries i close l on M Monday d 27th 27 h M May. TTh The winner i will ill b be chosen h at random from all correct entries. The winner will be notified and the winners name will also be published on our Facebook page. Multiple or automated entries are not allowed. We will not pass your details to any third party.
34
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
Dumbles Summer School Our forest school sessions are held at our wonderfully-resourced private woodland in Moira, and sessions provide exciting adventures and activities for children ages 4 -8 years old
ÂŁ22 per day ÂŁ100 per full week
(subject to availability)
9.00am-3.30pm weeks commencing; 22nd July, 29th July, 5th August & 12th August For more information or to book spaces, please email nicola.mailer@ashbycastlenursery.co.uk
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
35
36
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
• Transform your garden with one of our premium artificial lawns, into an area that can be used all year around regardless of the weather
• Long guarantees and warranties for peace of mind • Ideal for children and pets • Low maintenance
• We carry out all the preparation work so you have nothing to worry about
We have 20 years experience within this industry so you are in good hands
Call or visit our website to arrange a free survey & no obligation quotation
Made to measure curtains, valances, pelmets, tie-backs and cushions etc. Velvets, prints and plain fabrics.
Large, purpose built, heated dog kennels and cat chalets in Ingleby. Large, secure, grass exercise paddocks for resident dogs, allowing active or sedate to be exercised to their requirements. For visiting cats, comfortable chalets with viewing windows and outside runs. Now taking day boarding dogs which includes socialising and off lead exercising in our large enclosed paddocks.
Call in and see our huge range of blinds (including Venetian, Vertical, Roman, Pleated and NEW Vision blinds)
Contact us: 01332 862796
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
37
ON THE BEAT After a number of recent incidents in the Ashby area where the victims have handed over large amounts of money, I would like to remind residents of some of the steps they can take if approached on the doorstep by traders offering home repairs, as well as being clear about their legal rights. • If in doubt, don’t open the door. Ask a family member or friend to make some enquiries about the business on your behalf. • Be wary of those who cold-call at your door – they could be a rogue trader. Never forget that you can close the door and end any conversation you are uncomfortable with. • Get as much information about the business as you can before you make a decision to have work carried out. Don’t be rushed into agreeing to any work. Obtain quotes from elsewhere if you think work is required on your home before making a decision. • Remember that consumers have a 14 days cooling off period to cancel contracts made in their homes.
38
If the business won’t give information about these rights, they may be a rogue trader. • If you decide to have work carried out, NEVER pay cash up front and NEVER let the trader take you to the bank to withdraw any money. • If you suspect a rogue trader calling at your door dial 101. In an emergency call 999. You can also report rogue doorstep callers please to Trading Standards on 03454 040506. PC MARK ARJOO Tel: 101 Voicemail ID: 1667 e-mail: mark.arjoo@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
Heller’s Home & Garden
RELIABLE, EXPERIENCED & INSURED WITH A PERSONALISED APPROACH
Carpentry Tiling Flooring & Skirting Boards Painting & Decorating Landscaping Fencing Decking & Gazebos Handyman Get in touch for a free quote or to talk about a project
07927 398201- 01530 415715 hellershomegarden@gmail.com For a full list of services please visit my website
www.hellershomegarden.com
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
39
LOCAL EVENTS
ASHBY FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL The ‘Food Gusto’ Food & Drink Festival returns to the Bath Grounds in Ashby on Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th May from 10.30am to 5pm. Entrance is just £2 and children under 12 go free. There will be lots to taste, drink, eat and enjoy with all the best local and regional food and drink on offer. The event will, as usual, feature a wide range of produce from locally reared venison and mouthwatering Melton Mowbray pies to farmhouse cheese and lovingly crafted cider.
running a Teddy Bears Picnic from 11am to 3pm. Children can enjoy Punch and Judy shows, Splat The Rat, Wheel Of Fortune and join in the ‘Find Rotary Gusto Bears Challenge’. Other children’s entertainment includes rides, bouncy slide, face painting and glitter tattoos.
Event organiser Wesley Ewing states: “Food Gusto is all about promoting what the region has to offer in the way of high quality, local-produced food and drink. Our festivals are an explosion on the senses with lots to see and taste, giving people the chance to try new things and also buy the best food and drink available in our region” Food Gusto has teamed up again this year with the Rotary Clubs of Ashby de la Zouch who will be
Specialists in Handmade bespoke kitchens, bedrooms, studies & bathroom furniture. Holme Tree Bespoke Furniture G3 Ivanhoe Business Park, Smisby Road, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 2UY Tel: 01530 564561 Email: trevor@holmetree.co.uk
40
www.holmetree.co.uk
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
IN ASSOCIATION WITH ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH TOWN COUNCIL
Ashby de la zouch
Food Gusto
festival
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th MAY
10.30AM-5.00pm
The Bath Grounds, Ashby de la Zouch LE65 2GP
FOOD& Dr覺nk Fest覺val
The best range of food, drink and artisan stalls around with live entertainment and samplings. Packed with stands and hot food from local and regional producers.
ROTARY
Bear
A G R E AT D AY O U T F O R A L L T H E FA M I LY
PComelusand find Gusto Bear at
the Rotary Gusto Bears Picnic.
ROTARY GUSTO BEARS PICNIC Clubs of Ashby-de-la-Zouch
+ Ch覺ldrens R覺des
T: 01530 411337 | WWW.FOODGUSTO.COM Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
41
MOIRA CANAL FESTIVAL On Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th May the Moira Canal Festival will once again be taking over the banks of the Ashby Canal at Moira Furnace for a weekend of family fun steeped in history, dance, music, crafts and much much more. Those attending will be able to see the Knights in Battle medieval living history camp as well as armoured fight demonstrations. Mr Alexander’s Travelling Show will take you back to the days of variety and music hall. Plus look out for a Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Dakota flypast. For younger visitors Emma’s Crafty Kids will have their usual mix of hands on crafts and Mr Juggler’s conjuring and balloon modelling will be an act for all ages to enjoy. Musical entertainment throughout the weekend will be provided by an assortment of bands. A particular highlight will be Martin Orbidans, who was resident pianist on the
Royal Yacht Britannia for 5 years, during the time of Princess Diana. In addition the weekend will be packed with Morris dancing, live steam train rides, classic vehicles, boats, a variety of stalls and demonstrations with a bar and refreshments available. Don’t forget to enter a duck in the annual Duck Race along the Ashby Canal and the kids will get a chance to meet Mother Duck and her ducklings. Admission is £5 for adults and £2.50 for children with free parking and programme.
For more information visit www.moiracanalfestival.co.uk or contact moiracanalfestival@outlook.com
J. B. DECORATING SERVICES All aspects undertaken Carpets & Rugs • Upholstery Curtains • Mattresses
Establis
Quality cleaning services from the carpet and furniture care experts. Truckmount cleaning systems used wherever possible.
in 1998
hed
We can also hang your wallpaper
Professional finish Competitive rates
Contact Martin Jordan now for a FREE no obligation quote:
Free quotes with no obligation
Call: 01530 563366 or 07768 250166 Email: info@safeclean-martinjordan.co.uk Click: www.safeclean-martinjordan.co.uk
OVERALL CLEANING
42
STAIN REMOVAL
PROTECTION TREATMENT
ALLERGY TREATMENT
No Job too small
DEODORISE & SANITISE
Call Judd on 07563 980176
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
A great place to meet up with friends and family
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 – Metal Manipulation 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 11-5pm Tuesday to Sunday. Closed Mondays. Please check website for individual opening times. Telephone 01332 864863. Staunton Harold, Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire. LE65 1RW
www.ferrerscentre.co.uk
www.facebook.com/ferrerscentre
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
43
NEED HELP WITH PROBATE MATTERS? Our Legal Executive, Sarah Clark is on hand to help… Based at our Swadlincote office, Sarah began her legal career back in 2005 and since then has gone on to qualify as a Chartered Legal Executive. Working within the probate team, Sarah’s expertise includes will writing, administering estates, Court of Protection and the preparation of Powers of Attorney. Sarah can also help with tax planning and asset protection. Able to deal with everything from simple wills to more complex matters, including discretionary trusts, if you require support with your probate matters, contact Sarah on 01283 742049 or email sarah. clark@smithpartnership.co.uk. As a full-service law firm, we can help with all legal matters and our network of eight regional offices ensures we have the expertise you need, whatever your requirements. At our Swadlincote office for example, you’ll find legal expertise in: • • •
Child care matters Family issues Buying and selling property
Our clients are always at the heart of all we do, so for professional, tailored legal advice, without the jargon, contact us now.
22 High Street | Swadlincote | DE11 8HY T: 01283 226 444 | E: swadlincote@smithpartnership.co.uk
www.smithpartnership.co.uk @smithpartnership
44
@smithpship
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
Work compliant with current IEE Regulations
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
45
ASHBY CHRISTADELPHIAN CHURCH
MAYDAY! MAYDAY! MAYDAY! Like me, you have probably never been faced with the situation of having to make a ‘Mayday’ call? For those who like boats it is part of the training to stay safe, in fact for over 80 years it has been recognised as the international distress signal to be used by people in ‘grave and imminent danger’. I did wonder if the May Day holiday was somehow related; and of course it isn’t! The ‘Mayday! Mayday! Mayday!’ phrase (yes, you are meant to repeat it three times) is apparently an anglicised version of the French ‘m’aidez’ that means ‘help me’. You just hope that if you ever made such a call that the best possible person would receive the message and respond with urgency, control and calm reassurance.
46
It can be a bit like that for all of us in the storms of life. In the Bible we get a great story of Peter having a ‘Mayday!’ moment when he tried to walk on the water just like Jesus. No sooner had he cried out ‘save me’, Jesus immediately put out his hand and caught him. The Bible clearly tells us that without Jesus we are all in ‘grave and imminent danger’ and he is the saviour to all those who call on his name. His calm and reassuring voice continues to be broadcast. Perhaps you need to tune in to his frequency and think about making that call? Useful passage to look up: Matthew ch 14 vs 22-33 Editorial by Ashby Christadelphian Church, Union Passage, Ashby. www.ashbychurch.co.uk
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
KITCHENS & BATHROOMS • • • • • •
Design Supply Installation All Plumbing and electrical work Fit only service Free Estimates
T: 01530 484 754 M: 07515 103333 www.aquafitbathrooms.net info@aquafitbathrooms.net © SVL
Plumbing Merchants & Heating Equipment Distributors
Showroom opening times: Mon – Fri 9am to 5.30pm Sat 8am to 12 noon New Bathrooms on Display in our Coalville Showroom
We have been designing and supplying bathrooms for over 15 years. Our friendly and helpful staff will always endeavour to make sure that buying your bathroom goes as smoothly as possible with our free design and delivery service. Sit back, relax and let us do the hard work for you. Coalville Branch: Hermitage Industrial Estate, Vulcan Way, Coalville LE67 3FW T: 01530 513590 Loughborough Branch: 10 Prince William Road, Loughborough LE11 0GU T: 01509 218668
© SVL
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
47
DESIGN LTD
BESPOKE BUILDING & JOINERY SPECIALIST
BUILDING WORKS, EXTENSIONS AND ALTERATIONS
Offering a bespoke Project Management service from start to finish, we are able to instruct our own architect to convey drawings to your requirements, then manage and complete all works.
JOINERY
We specialise in bespoke Building & Joinery contracts, domestic or commercial. With access to all aspects of qualified trades, we are able to offer you the complete package. We also specialise in Carpentry & Joinery with our team of five joiners no project is too large.
KITCHENS AND BATHROOMS
We can realise your kitchen’s maximum potential. From design to installation, NMJoinery Design Ltd can assist you in creating your dream space, managing all required works from start to finish.
Please visit our website for any additional information or ideas, alternatively contact us so we can discuss your requirements further.
www.nm-joinery.co.uk o: 01530 480080 48
nmjoinery@yahoo.co.uk m: 07970 352614
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
“You Get the Most Thorough Clean Ever Seen or it’s FREE!” That’s right, the most thorough cleaning ever. My carpet and upholstery cleaning is the best and most thorough you could ever have – if you don’t agree I won’t accept your payment.
Along with the purchase of your home and family car, your soft furnishings are one of the largest investments you will make. Professional cleaning of your furnishings on a regular basis will extend their life considerably as well as keeping them hygienic and looking good.
4
Reasons Why You Should Choose My Company To Clean & Protect Your Family’s Health
1. Thorough Cleaning – My method doesn’t leave any residue or cause shrinkage. It cleans down NOTE: to the base of your carpet removing harmful bacteria leaving your carpet clean and healthy. We Don’t 2. Honest Pricing – I promise no high-pressure sales gimmicks. The prices I quote you are fully Charge VAT inclusive of cleaning products and labour. A full complete clean with NO hidden extras. Save 20% 3. Protection of your soft Furnishings - Your valuable soft furnishings will stay cleaner longer, minimum! vacuum easier and have improved stain resistance with our carpet and upholstery protectors. 4. Long Standing Reputation – My company enjoys a reputation which is second to none, many of our customers not only come back to us time and again but recommend us to their family and friends.
For a FREE No Obligation Healthy Home Audit
Call Chris Wakefield on 01332 865565 www.breedoncarpetcare.co.uk Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
49
BLACKFORDBY OPEN GARDENS Blackfordby celebrated the start of last summer’s amazing heatwave with its first Open Gardens event and hundreds of gardeners turned up to support it. Over 450 visitors in fact, resulting in £1,400 raised for local charities and projects. Due to this amazing success the Open Gardens will return, this time a month earlier on June 1st and 2nd, with gardens ‘old’ and new plus many special venues opening for the first time. In support of the 15 or so village gardens the following venues will be open; Blackfordby Primary School, St Margaret’s and Methodist Churches, the Old School Room and Blackfordby Village Hall. Refreshments and wristbands for the event are available in these venues for just £4 and offer entry
50
to all of the open gardens and venues on both days between 10am and 4pm. Blackfordby Open Gardens chairman Brian Hammond said: “Our first year was a great success by any standards and many local charities and projects have already benefited as a result. Also this year, look out for some flowerpot men and women which will be on display around the village for the first time.” Maps of the gardens and venues will be available in a programme on the day and car parking, subject to weather conditions, is also free on the green off Main Street. Children under 16 are free (accompanied by an adult) but please note that no dogs (other than guide dogs) are allowed. You can find out more via the Facebook page (blackfordbyopengardens) or www.blackfordbyopengardens.org.uk
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
TOMATO & VEG G PLANTS READY NOW! SO MUCH TO OFFER AT OUR TRADITIONAL GARDEN NURSERY
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
51
We are specialists in installing loft ladders and hatches for easy and safe access to your loft. We also provide boarding, lighting and insulation solutions. This ‘Spring Clean’ time we can help you turn your lost space into really useful loft space.
Call Sam to book a FREE survey & quotation
01785 595146
52
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
“Where Good MARK MILLERLe ather Costs Less”
Leather Cleaning and Repair
Specialist Leather Repair
Before
After
Design your own dining chairs!
Buy from us or bring your own. We can re-upholster in fabric or leather.
Serving the whole of the Midlands
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK - call today
01455 616458 or 07949 606949
✓ Professional cleaning & stain removal ✓ Scuffs, cat scratches, burns ✓ Colour loss restored ✓ Panel Replacement ✓ Aniline Restoration
Upholstery
✓ New seat cushions ✓ New springs/webbings ✓ Frame repairs ✓ Free inspection ✓ ALL WORK GUARANTEED
www.leathercleaningandrepair.co.uk Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
53
CASTLE MEDICAL GROUP & THE SURGERY Extended Primary Care Appointments – What is this? If you wish to be seen by a health care professional in the early mornings, evenings or at weekends across North West Leicestershire and depending on your individual circumstances and symptoms, you may be offered an ‘extended access’ appointment with either a GP or an Advanced Nurse Practitioner at either Loughborough Urgent Care Centre at Loughborough Community Hospital, Coalville Community Hospital or Hinckley and Bosworth Community Hospital by our Receptionists. The clinician will be able to access relevant sections of your medical notes and will communicate what has happened during your appointment back to your usual GP. If you would like to know more please visit the CCGs website www. westleicestershireccg.nhs.uk/latestnews/268extended-access-appointments New Staff We are really delighted to announce that Dr Liz Theivendran will become a partner in the practice from 1st May. We have also recruited new members of clinical staff to our expanding team. A Clinical
Pharmacist, Sunit Pancholi joined us at the end of last month. A Practice Nurse, Danielle Davey will be joining us at the end of this month and a Nurse Practitioner, Emma Williams will be joining us in the middle of next month. The Surgery Update We are continuing to support The Surgery in North Street. We wish to thank Dr Dawes for his long and valued service to the patients of Ashby and wish him well in his new position as a Salaried GP at Measham Medical Unit.
ASHBY KRAV MAGA - SIMPLE, EFFECTIVE SELF DEFENCE
k r av m ag a as h by c l as s
QUALITY REPLACEMENT Windows Doors
FREE
Porches
ENROLMENT
Conservatories Fascia Soffit & Guttering Composite Doors Bi-Folding Doors Garage Doors
EVERY THURSDAY 7.30- 8.30PM
Misted Sealed Units Replaced
AT HOOD PARK LEISURE CENTRE, NORTH STREET, ASHBY LE65 1HU
Aluminium Windows & Doors
Mixed Adults Class (Age 16+) • IKMF • Booking Essential
PLEASE CALL MATT PERKINS ON 07854 555521 OR EMAIL MATT@KM-TC.CO.UK • WWW.KM-TC .CO.UK KRAV MAGA ASHBY DE LA ZOUCH
54
Betteridge Windows & Doors Ltd, Leicester Road, Measham T: 01530 272106 M: 07870 690160 E: jbetteridge.upvc@gmail.com Find us on Betteridge Windows & Doors
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
BUMPER SCUFFS
PAINTWORK SCRATCHES
Professional quality automotive paint and bodywork repairs that are quick convenient and fully guaranteed.
Professional Quality
Our fully-equipped CarCare Centre allows us to deliver quality repairs to everyday damage
Convenient MINOR DENTS
ASHBY CARE CENTRE
Same day repairs Collection and return service from home or work Repaired to a high quality commercial standard At a fraction of the price of traditional body shop methods.
Value for Money
We specialise in repairing everyday car paint and bodywork damage and because we don’t deal with major crash repairs, we don’t have the expensive overheads that a traditional bodyshop might have - meaning we can pass these savings onto our customers.
A42 North
1
1 A5
r Rd
Email alan.wilson@chipsaway.co.uk www.chipsaway.co.uk/alanwilson
m Rd
ngha
Notti St Wood Leiceste
07964 130607
FIND US HERE ChipsAway CarCare Centre Unit 3 Machin’s Business Centre Wood Street Ashby de la Zouch LE65 1EL
A511
For a FREE no obligation quote, call Alan Wilson on
A42 South
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
55
Hazlewood L cksmiths Ltd YOUR SECURITY IS PARAMOUNT
YOUR LOCAL LOCKSMITHS We have been established and trusted in Ashby for over 10 years
PUT OUR N UMBER IN YOUR P HONE You nev er know w hen you might need us!
24 Hour • Gain Entry • Insurance Upgrades and Fitting • UPVC Specialist • CRB Police Checked • Public Liability Insurance • All Work and Parts Guaranteed Tim Hazlewood – Master Locksmith
07805 362046 / 01530 564711 timh191@googlemail.com
56
www.hazlewoodlocksmiths.com
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
at Smithard’s Cake Studio Ashby de la Zouch We make fabulous bespoke celebration, wedding and birthday cakes and also offer cake decorating classes. Find us on Facebook and Instragram
www.calicoandcake.com
01530 563694 or 07790 037046
Ashby Handyman.co.uk
No V Ch A ar T ge d Established 2009
A truly local service, I live in Ashby. Insured, qualified Electrician. Experienced handyman. No job too small or ‘weird and wonderful’. Polite, friendly and punctual. Wiring and electrical, sockets, lights, faults. Locks and security. Small decorating jobs. Blinds, curtains, shelves and pictures. Appliances, ‘Odd jobs', furniture assembly, resealing bathrooms. New: Smartphone CCTV installed from £100, Wireless alarms. Call Robin for your free quote: Ashby (01530) 458486 or 07716 648261
www.ashbyhandyman.co.uk Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
57
FITNESS TIPS WITH FITNESS REPUBLIC
ARE YOU BEACH READY? We think everybody is beach ready! Fingers crossed that this year we have a summer as great as last year! It’s a really amazing time, I love it! But, with the warm weather comes the dreaded feeling of body confidence. As it gets warmer, we tend to wear less clothes, and that means more of our bodies are exposed, not only to the sun, but to ourselves and others! Now, I’m here to tell you that body confidence has nothing to do with having the perfect body. Not at all, it’s about feeling comfortable in your own body, feeling happy and secure no matter how you look. However, I can honestly say, from my own experience, that I definitely feel more confident the better shape I’m in. I feel better in t-shirts, better in swimwear, better topless (oo err!)…you get the picture. Now, many of us tend to think that we have to look like all those Instagram pictures of super amazing bodies and if we don’t then we have failed and must cover up.
58
Let me tell you, improving your body just a very small bit will increase your body confidence enormously. Forget trying to match those perfect bodies, just try to improve and work on your own. We are all different and even a small step forward is definitely a step in the right direction. I speak to a lot of people, and sometimes they say that they can’t get to the gym 3 times a week so it’s not going to benefit them. Well, that’s wrong! Twice per week is progress, even once is progress. I’ve seen it all too many times before - doing too much then leads to negative progress and eventually those people end up not coming at all. It’s a bit like the tortoise and the hare, slow, steady and consistent always wins in the end. HOW CAN WE HELP? Well, as exercise professionals, it’s our job to tailor your training plan around your time and attendance. We offer so many different workouts, plans, help and support, that you’ll never feel alone and always feel comfortable in the gym I personally guarantee it!
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
I won’t lie to you, getting in better shape is going to take a little bit of commitment and hard work, but it will definitely be worth it! If you’re looking for a specific training plan, we offer our superb 8-week summer ready plan and our amazing ‘Find You plan’ designed to get you in shape fast! We can do this with one to one sessions (this includes gym membership), or depending on your budget, we can do this via our brandnew training app that has workouts and weekly challenges. This plan can be done here at the gym or in any other gym too! I’m really passionate about helping you, as are the rest of the Fitness Republic family. Whatever your circumstances, we can help for sure. Don’t hesitate to get in touch via info@fitnessrepublic.co.uk for more information on any of our plans, or just for a chat or general information. By Simon Pellechia Fitness Republic
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
59
01530 812299
60
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
61
WHAT’S ON
What’s on in
May
Tuesday 7th May Alison Weir Talk: Anna of Kleve, Queen of Secrets
Join Alison in the beautiful surroundings of the Tithe Barn at Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre to hear her talk about her latest book, the fourth spectacular novel in the highly acclaimed Six Tudor Queens, which is being released on Thursday 2nd May. Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre, 7pm to 8.30pm. Tickets cost £12.50. Call 01455 290 429 or visit bosworth@leics.gov.uk
Saturday 11th May Pop Up Plant & Garden Tool Sale
A variety of plants will be on sale to raise funds for Swannington Open Gardens chosen charities; Rainbows Hospice, Nottingham Children’s Hospital Big iMRI Scanner Appeal for Children, Air Ambulance and village projects. If you have any surplus gardening tools (or plants) to donate they would be appreciated. Swannington Village Hall. 10am to 1pm. Free admission. Raffle tickets and refreshments available to purchase. Call Barbara on 07900 128 962 or email swanningtonnews@gmail.com for more details.
62
Saturday 11th May Christian Aid Coffee Morning
Enjoy tea, coffee and home-made cakes all in aid of Christian Aid from 10am to 12noon at Ashby Baptist Church, Brook Street, LE65 1HA.
Sunday 12th May Spring Fair
The Spring Fair is on at Blackfordby Old School Room from 10am to 2pm. To book a table contact Julie Osbourne on 07914 984 413.
Sunday 12th May The Spring Wedding Show
Calke Abbey will be filled with fabulous wedding suppliers from the local area, all designed to help you create your dream wedding day. The Riding School, Calke Abbey, DE73 7LE. Free entry, but parkland entry is required (£4.20 adults/£2.10 children, National Trust members free). Call 01332 585 121 or see www. honeysuckleandcastle.co.uk
Thursday 16th May Acorns Toddle
An opportunity for toddlers and parents / guardians to gather and enjoy refreshments at 9.30am at Ashby Baptist Church, Brook Street, Ashby followed by a toddle to Hood Park.
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
Thursday 16th May Christian Aid Lunch
Enjoy a delicious lunch, ‘posh’ puddings and tea or coffee for a suggested donation of £6 and help to raise much needed funds for Christain Aid. 12noon to 2pm at Ashby Methodist Church, Burton Road, Ashby.
Saturday 18th May In the Footsteps of King Richard III
Visit the sites King Richard III stayed and prayed in during that fateful August of 1485. This enjoyable walk is approximately 4 hours in duration (approx 6km) with one of our experienced guides 9.30am to 1.30pm, at Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre. Adults: £9.00, concessions: £8.00, children (8 to 16 yrs old): £6.00. Pre booking is essential, call 01455 290 429 or see www.bosworthbattlefield.org
Saturday 18th May Showtime Concert
A variety concert by local favourites; Concordia Choir featuring chart hits, show tunes and family favourites. Perfect for all the family. 7.30pm at Venture Theatre, North Street, Ashby. Tickets £10 (children free) available through Ashby Tourist Office or by calling 07726 026 596.
Saturday 18th May Coleorton and New Lount Volunteer Group Plant Sale
The plant sale is part of the group’s fundraising events as well as helping them to achieve one of our objectives of working with local communities. They would like to see as many people attending these two events and would appreciate any donations of plants. 10am to 1pm. New Lount Nature Reserve Newbold Coleorton LE67 8JH. Free entry. Call 01530 223 456 or email coleorton11@gmail.com
Tuesday 21st May Dementia Friends Information Session
During this free, short, interactive session you will learn more about what it is like for someone to live with Dementia and how we can support people living with Dementia in our community. 4pm at Ashby Library, North Street, Ashby. Contact Charlotte Day on 01530 564 498 or c.day@timms-law. com for more information.
Tuesday 28th May Ashby Writers’ Club
This month’s speaker is Erin Green (aka Bernadette O’Dwyer) writer of women’s fiction. Visitors £4 per meeting, includes tea/ coffee. 7.30pm to 9.30pm at the Congregational Church, Kilwardby Street, Ashby, LE65 2FQ.
Wednesday 29th May Ashby Film Nights - The Favourite (15)
Offbeat black comedy set in the 18th-century royal court. Full of sexual and political intrigue and plotting. Loosely based on the true story of Sarah, Duchess of
Marlborough, competing with her cousin Abigail for Queen Anne’s favours. Oscar win for Best Actor for Olivia Coleman. 29th May, doors open 7pm for 7.30pm. The Lyric Rooms, Ashby. Tickets £5 on the door or from Ashby TIC.
Friday 31st May Blackfordby Ballroom Fridays
A monthly night of Ballroom & Latin Social Dancing from 8pm to 10.30pm at Blackfordby Village Hall. It is £5 per person and you bring your own refreshments. For further information contact Anna on 07851 339 010.
It’s FREE to put community information on this page or on our website. Please submit your full event details online at www.ashbylife.co.uk/ submit-new-event.html. Deadline for submissions for the Community Board or What’s On pages for the June issue is Thursday 16th May. Information is published subject to space being available. We always recommend that you check with the event organiser before your visit. Ashby Life cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services appearing in the magazine. For any queries please email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
Let everyone know about your local event through online
Upload your event FREE at www.ashbylife.co.uk/events and we’ll share them with local audiences.
Or for just £15 you can opt to highlight your event This guarantees prime position at the top of the online events page and inclusion in the magazine.*
See www.ashbylife.co.uk/events today
* subject to print deadlines
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
63
F A B C O f l o o r i n g
|
b e d s
|
I N T E R I O R S
f u r n i t u r e
|
l i g h t i n g
|
h o m e
f u r n i s h i n g s
D E N T S R D , N O T T I N G H A M R D R E TA I L PA R K , A S H B Y- D E - L A - Z O U C H . L E 6 5 1 J S
64
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
F A B U L O U S LY DIFFERENT
NEW LEGACY COLLECTION COMING SOON! 01530
564
864
fabcoltd.co.uk
O P E N 7 D AY S ( C L O S E D B A N K H O L I D AY S )
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
65
MONEY MATTERS
WHAT IS A P11D FORM? The P11D is a statutory form required by HMRC from UK based employers detailing the cash equivalents of benefits and expenses that they have provided during the tax year to their employees. If you reimburse any of your employees with any expenses that are not covered by an exemption or you make any benefits available to any of your employees you will need to complete a P11D for each of them.
Any benefits that attract Class 1A National Insurance contributions are reportable in brown coloured boxes on the form. • Employers are required to provide all of their employees (and former employees if requested) with a completed form P11D which shows the cash equivalent of all benefits in kind and expense payments made to each employee who earns £8,500 or more a year including benefits.
The deadline to complete these forms is July 6th 2019
• A P11D will be required for any director unless they meet certain qualifying conditions.
P11Ds can be submitted to HMRC in either hard copy or an electronic submission format.
• The P11D and P11D(b) forms can be completed and submitted together by post or online.
There are currently 14 sections on the P11D: • Section A - Assets Transferred • Section B - Payments made on behalf of the employee • Section C - Credit Cards and vouchers • Section D - Living Accommodation • Section E - Mileage Allowances • Section F - Cars and car fuel • Section G - Company Vans • Section H - Beneficial Loans • Section I - Medical Health • Section J - Qualifying Relocation Payments • Section K - Services Supplied • Section L - Assets placed at employee’s disposal • Section M - Other Items • Section N - Expenses Payments
• When the employer is not required to complete any P11Ds it ticks a box on form P35 to confirm this.
66
• A penalty may lead to increased ‘risk profile’; late payment or late submission may contribute to the loss of gross payment status for CIS. NON SUBMISSION • Failure to submit form P11D(b) by the 6 July deadline will produce a penalty of £100 per every 50 employees (or part of 50) per month, or part month until payment.
If you have received a P11D benefits statement form and are unsure as to what procedure to undertake, please contact Lisa Emery on 01530 416688 or email lisa.emery@baldwinandco.co.uk
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
Have You Completed Your P11D Form Yet?
What is a P11D form? The P11D is a statutory form required by HMRC from UK based employers. Find out more in our article this month...
Deadline July 6th 2019
d together by post or online.
The P11D and P11D(b) forms can be completed and submitte
For advice and help, please call Lisa on 01530
416688
or via email: lisa.emery@baldwinandco.co.uk
Baldwins Accountants, Ivanhoe Business Park, Unit N, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 2AB
www.baldwinsaccountants.co.uk To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
67
Heavenly Holistic Massage & Beauty Therapist (Champneys trained)
HOLISTIC THERAPIES? These treatments target the whole of the mind and body to help NATURALLY with PAIN RELIEF. Anxiety, Digestive orders, Headaches, Fibromyalgia, Insomnia, Joint Pain? Contact Lynn to discuss a suitable treatment:
07905 436758 ASHBY BASED
www.lynndavies001.wixsite.com/heavenlyholistic
68
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
69
BODY MATTERS with Vitalize Physiotherapy
MUSCLE CRAMP OR STRAIN? It seems a lot of people aren’t aware of the difference between muscle cramping and a muscle strain. It’s really important to know the difference....
which will result in a bigger injury with more pain and a longer recovery time. Once more, if you’ve strained a muscle and ‘stretch it out’ like you might with cramp you’re likely to separate the muscle fibres even further.
A cramp is an involuntary forceful muscle contraction that takes a while to relax. Although it will be uncomfortable (sometimes very uncomfortable) at the time, once it eases there should not be much pain accept for a dull ache. You might have to cease activity if the muscle keeps cramping and you may wake up the next day with the muscle feeling tender but you should be able to function well. Muscles that have cramped respond well to standard recovery strategies such as gentle stretching, massage and foam rolling.
This is why it’s so important to know the difference in sensation between your muscles cramping and a strain. If you cramp a little and are able ‘push through it’, chances are you’ll be a little sore but okay. This is common in football and other sports.
A muscle strain is where the actual muscle fibres are separated/pulled apart. There are different levels of separation, normally the more separation there is the more painful. This results in inflammation and pain on muscle contraction. The brain will then not contract the muscle to prevent this pain, causing it to feel weak. A muscle strain normally presents as an acute pain, some describe it as a stabbing like. If you run or ‘push through’ through this pain you’ll potentially pull more muscle fibres apart,
70
However, if you actually strain a muscle and ‘push through it’ you’ll likely make the injury worse and worse. A small muscle strain (grade 1) normally keeps people out of action for 10-14 days. A significant strain (grade 2) normally takes between 6-8 weeks to recover! In my experience, the number of people who ‘push through’ a muscle strain, turning a 2 week recovery into a 6-8 week recovery, because they thought they had cramp is actually quite high. Please don’t let this happen to you!
Simon info@vitalizephysiotherapy.co.uk www.vitalizephysiotherapy.co.uk
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
Struggling with an injury or persistent pain? Vitalize can help you maximise recovvery & take back control! Chartered Physiotherapists
Ashby de la Zouch & Swadlincote
• • • •
Sports Injuries Acupuncture Sports Massage Gait Analysis
• • • •
Back and Neck Pain Joint and Muscle Pain Exercise Rehabilitation Injury Prevention
Book your appointment online or call us on 01530 590185 or 07305 050887
No need to Break the Bank
Your local broker, where service and saving money counts
ADVANCE INSURANCE SERVICES (midlands) LTD Insurance for all your needs: • Private car • Household d • Travel • Let Property • Van • Motorcycle • Liability • Business Insurance
01530 560811 Advance Insurance Services (Midlands) Ltd, 1a Derby Road, Ashby de la Zouch LE65 2HF
01530 262625
S C GREEN
Painter and Decorator scgreenpainting.co.uk 07984 156355 / 01530 456791 scgreen46@gmail.com To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
71
A goa al without a plan… … is just a wish. Prophecy - A Financial Software System th hat models lifelong cashflow to ensure you caan fund your life goals with confidence. It’s simple to see and understand how your plans can become reality. It’s flexible so when you want to make a change or have a change in circumstances, we can show you how the change will affect your financial future plans.
Don’t just wish - have a plan! For a review and a demonstration as to how Prophecy can illustrate your financial future, call Kevin Cunningham on 01530 417 943 Email: info@bleathwoodifa.co.uk 72
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
The Old Stables B&B PA C K I N G T O N , L E I C E S T E R S H I R E
Having family to stay and struggling for room? The Old Stables B&B offers luxury accommodation in a contemporary barn conversion. We are located in the lovely village of Packington, in the heart of the National Forest. www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/31248969?5=51
Contact Julie Pritchard on 07980 281329
e: pritchard74@hotmail.co.uk | www.facebook.com/PackingtonLeicestershire
Pathfinding Therapy COUNSELLING SERVICES
I can help with the following areas:
• Bereavement • Couple Counselling • Stress • Social Anxiety • Sexual Problems • Self-Esteem • Depression • Anxiety Andrea Headington
I’m a registered Person Centred Counsellor. I support others with their emotional well being. My focus includes grief, loss, relationship problems and self-esteem, as well as the particular challenges experienced by men and women.
Tel: 07749 921431
andrea@pathfindingtherapy.co.uk www.pathfindingtherapy.co.uk Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
73
LOCAL EVENTS
THE NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME The National Garden Scheme Leicestershire Gardens opens in May. The National Garden Scheme is a charity and in 2018 we donated £3.1 million to various charities including £500,000 to Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie and Hospice UK. Donations were also made to Horatio’s Garden, Mind and many other charities. This money is raised by volunteers who open their gardens for a small admission fee and from the sale of tea and homemade cake. In May, there are 42 gardens open in Leicestershire and Derbyshire, full details including opening times, directions and post codes can be found at www. ngs.org.uk/find-a-garden/ Many gardens are dog friendly, there are no admission charges for children, some gardens have wheelchair access and plant sales on site. In the areas surrounding Ashby de la Zouch, Ibstock and Melbourne there are many gardens to enjoy. In Ashby de la Zouch the Bluebell Arboretum and Nursery opens which has 9 acres of beautiful woodland. In May the trees will be filled with fresh green foliage, blossom and much birdsong to enjoy.
There are British native tre ees and many rare and unusu ual non-native species. In Loughborough Whatto on Gardens opens its 15 acre garden an ideall gard den for a day out with space for all the family to enjoy. There are lawned areas, mature trees and shrubs, large herbaceous borders in bloom and an ornamental pond. Also in Loughborough 10 Brook Road opens which has a 1 acre mature garden with an abundance of rhododendrons, azaleas and Japanese maples promising plenty of colour for their May opening. There are also colourful borders, a stream and clay lined pond, with seating areas dotted around the garden. One of the larger gardens, Melbourne Hall has 17 acres for visitors to enjoy, including woodlands, waterside planting and attractive herbaceous borders. It also features some 300 year old trees and 18th century statuary. Repton village has an open day with 6 different gardens to view. 16 Askew Road has been inspired by a Persian influence with terraces and a central fountain. A restricted palate of green and white planting creates a peaceful garden. Askew Cottage has many connected areas, including a box-edged perennial garden, a cloud hedge and wildlife pond. 10 Chestnut way is a plant paradise, with overflowing flower borders full of colour and butterfly friendly plants. There is also a large organic fruit and vegetable garden. 22 Pinfold cottage has unusual tropical plants such as ginger and cannas, and there are also 20 allotments on view, together with a Community Garden open on the edge of Repton village. The final garden in the group, Woodend cottage, has herbaceous borders, a pond, grassed labyrinth, a mixed woodland area and a Potager. These are just a few of the many gardens opening in the area in May to raise funds for nursing and cancer charities. All gardens have modest entrance fees, excellent homemade cake plus a warm and friendly welcome. Make sure to visit a garden local to you. See www.ngs.org.uk for more information.
74
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
RAMSELL & WATKINS
HONG KONG RESTAURANT
Domestic & Industrial Electrical Services & Property Maintenance • New builds/extensions • Electrical testing/reports • Upgrades/repairs
John Ramsell & Michael Watkins Mobile: 07375 357623 Tel: (01530) 411606 Email: ramsellwatkins@gmail.com
A.C. Ellison PLASTERING & TILING
Skimming - Rendering Dry Lining Wall & Floor Tiling
SUNDAY LUNCH BUFFET only £7.80 - 12-3PM Our restaurant only uses fresh meat and produce
Call 01530 272 766 or 01530 274 268
Competitive Rates Local Tradesman No Job Too Small
07807 374401
22 HIGH STREET, MEASHAM DE12 7HR
e!
Mr Clear is her
30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Double Glazing specialist, Window Mechanics, Handles, Stays, Replacement Units, Soffits and Fascias 10 YEARS WARRANTY
from this to this
10% DISCOUNT FOR ASHBY LIFE READERS
Call MR. CLEAR for a FREE quotation on 07941 475351 / 07837 299771 / 01158 779706 To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
75
HUGE STOCK CLEARANCE....
. .... Y R TS
R UN R. HUISCO NOTREVE
NOW O ON N!! N
D ILL FO W ST LA
es, we are SLASHING To make way for new lin ES isplay models of l SUIT /d or flo y an m on es ic pr RNITURE l BEDS l BEDROOM FU l DINING FURNITURE Sculptures, Plus Pictures, Mirrors, iture. and ALL occasional furn VISIT OUR SHOWROOM TODAY Civic Way Swadlincote.
TEL: 01283-550515
(Next to B&M Discounts)
FREE CUSTOMER PARKING 76
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
WE ARE ALSO OFFERING EXTRA DISCOUNTS ON NEW TO ORDER ITEMS FOR THIS LIMITED PERIOD.
Alpaca Park Farm
Friday 10th May – 7.30pm Fancy your chances at winning a cash prize or our wonderful wooden spoon?
Great topical questions – Good food, drink & company £12 pp – Tables of 4 Book your table on 01530 271623
COMING IN JUNE
Jazz in June Fri 21st June – £7.30pm – £20 Tea room and Licensed Restaurant Open daily 10-4 Stunning Log cabin Great homemade food served daily Afternoon tea
Sunday Lunches 12 noon till 3pm Private parties Birthdays, Wedding anniversaries catered for in our fully licensed restaurant.
ANIMAL PARK
Come and see a variety of friendly animals, including alpacas, goats, donkeys and chickens – Winston the Pig is looking forward to seeing you!
KNITTIQUIP
ome and browse round our large selection of wools and pa erns, or oin in our group sessions, learn a new skill, and meet new friends. A warm welcome awaits you, with advice and help on hand.
Call us on 01530 271623
Find us on Main St, Snarestone, DE12 7DB For full Menu and special events see our Facebook page or visit us on www.alpacaparkfarm.com
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
77
YOUR WELLBEING “The Dalai Lama, when asked what surprised him most about humanity, answered ‘Man. Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money in order to recuperate his health. And then he is so anxious about the future that he does not enjoy the present; the result being that he does not live in the present or the future; he lives as if he is never going to die, and then he dies having never really lived.” I read this and thought how much it connects with our lives today. From school children we are focused on exams to take us to the next step, careers carefully planned out, working for a better life, working for retirement and all the time life is marching on. Many people have to change direction due to ill health, redundancy or relationship breakdown and their focus is usually on what they have lost, fear of the unknown and loss of status. Inevitably, this can result in anxiety and depression. Humans are programmed to find solutions and adapt to change but we can only do this once the mind is calm. It can help to offload concerns and fears in order to change focus on to what we
have got and what we can do to regain a sense of autonomy. At futureminds we have counsellors who can offer a variety of options to help clients enjoy their lives for today. Please call us on 01530 414144 to make an appointment or see www.futureminds.co.uk
• Individual, couple and family psychological therapies • Direct work with children and adolescents • Adoption issues (referred through local authority) • EMDR - accredited practitioner adult and child • CBT • Short term solution focussed therapy • Hypnotherapy • Life Coaching • Autism support • Therapy rooms available to rent for counselling or related activities
www.futureminds.co.uk
78
Bosworth House, South Street Ashby de la Zouch LE65 1BF
(opposite South Street car park)
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
Stocking a wide variety of accesssories, wool and beautiful yarns at affordable prices including my own 100% alpaca WEEKLY GROUPS
(10.30-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm)
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday am Thursday pm Saturday pm
Spinning Knit and Natter Knit and Natter Needlework Knit and Natter
Please call to book. All classes £4 per 2 hour session
Open Tues to Sun 10am to 4pm
www.knittiquip.co.uk
01530 271623 / 07870 380013
Alpaca Park Farm, Main Street,Snarestone DE12 7DB
Amélie R, WW member
Your nearest WW Studio™ Ashby de la Zouch Town Council LE65 1BQ
Legion House (1st Floor Mtg Room), South Street, Ashby De La Zouch Wellness Workshops: Wed 9:30am, 10:30am, 5:00pm, 6:15pm, 7:30pm; Thu 9:30am, 10:30am
0345 677 7788* ww.com WW logo and WW Studio™ are the trademarks of WW International, Inc. © 2019 WW International, Inc. All rights reserved. *Standard network charges apply.
MIDLANDS PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
WE ARE A SMALL FAMILY RUN BUSINESS HERE TO SOLVE ALL YOUR PROPERTY PROBLEMS
All types of roof repairs – Moss removal facias cleaned Patios – Landscaping – Jet washing drives – Conservatories Fencing & exterior decorating
Call us for a free quote
t: 01283
310885 m: 07413 582565
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
79
Looking for your dream home?
Moving home should be an exciting time and to help you focus on the important things we’ve developed a clear fixed fee conveyancing package so you know exactly what to expect. Call us or visit our website for a competitive quotation.
For further information visit: www.timms-law.com 80
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
Ashby 01530 564 498
DESIGN SERVICES PHOTO EDITS AND RETOUCHING APP DEVELOPMENT LOGO DESIGN OPERATING PROCEDURES / BUSINESS MANUALS 07927 667517
mi.design@outlook.com
of Ashby De La Zouch
evansburton@ntlworld.com Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
81
JUST 4 FUN
WORDWHEEL
Using only the letters in the Wordwheel, you have ten minutes to find as many words as possible, none of which may be plurals, foreign words or proper nouns. Each word must be of three letters or more, all must contain the central letter and letters can only be used once in every word. There is at least one word that uses all of the letters in the wheel.
Word Ladder
Change one letter at a time (but not the position of any letter) to make a new word - and move from the word at the top of the ladder to the word at the bottom, using the exact number of rungs provided.
A C I D
TARGET Excellent: 58 or more words Good: 53 words Fair: 47 words
D E C
N
R
ŠPuzzlepress.co.uk
L
I
K R A I N
CODEWORD Each letter in this puzzle is represented by a number between 1 and 26. The codes for three letters are shown. As you find the letters enter them in the box below.
Solutions on page 124
82
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
Century Theatre drama, music, comedy and more Wednesday 8th May 7.30pm TEAM VIKING – £10
Five years ago, James’s best friend Tom was diagnosed with heart cancer and given three months to live. His last wish was to be given a full Viking burial. This is the remarkable, hilarious, heart-lifting and outlandish story of how James actually gave his best mate the send-off he wanted. Featuring live music, side-splitting anecdotes and even an actual Viking helmet, James Rowland’s Team Viking – a comic ode to death and friendship – now embarks on a UK tour with Tangram Theatre.
Saturday 11th May 7.30pm COAL AND CANALS – £10
A superb multimedia show performed by the five piece Zouch Band including original film, narration and song documenting the intertwined history and heritage of the coal and canals industries, the joint bedrocks of The Industrial Revolution. Brian Langtry, well-known local playwright and producer, brings another historically important piece of theatre to local audiences.
16th, 17th & 18th May 7.30pm (18th May 2pm)
BEDROOM FARCE – £12
The play, set in the 1970s, sees 4 couples during the evening of Kate and Malcolm’s house warming party. All of the couples have their own issues, but none more than Trevor and Susannah who spend the evening drawing everyone else into their hilariously dysfunctional relationship. Kate loses her clothes, Jan gets stuck under Nick, Delia does her best to get two words out of her husband Earnest and poor Malcolm still isn’t any good at DIY. A real look at 70s British values through the eyes of today.
01530 27 444 278444 Open 7 days a week, 10am-4pm
Sunday 12th May 2pm
THE BOY WHO WANTED TO FLY £5 each or 4 for £18
Billy is fed-up, and perhaps just a tiny bit scared. He’s stuck in a hospital room. It’s miserable. But all that’s about to change. Join Billy, and family performance specialists Rhubarb Theatre, on their latest quest, as they discover the healing power of stories and try to prove that laughter is the best medicine! This is magical, creative fun for all the family from age 5+.
31st May 8.15pm
FUNHOUSE COMEDY CLUB – £12
The hottest acts on the UK comedy scene stop by Coalville to give us another night of hilarity courtesy of Funhouse Comedy! This month we welcome Robert White, Leo Kearse, Radu Isac and compere; Dominic Woodward.
/centurytheatre /centurytheatre
@century theatre @century_theatre
Century Theatre, Ashby Road, Coalville, LE67 3LN
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
83
BEAUTY TIPS
GEL-BASED SKINCARE WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF GELBASED SKINCARE?
The world of skincare is constantly evolving. Sometimes it feels like every week we are offered some new miracle product, a new saviour of the skin. However, everybody’s skin is different and what works for others, may not always work for you. So, it can be hard to tell whether these new miracle products will truly help with your skin woes. Well, we are here to tell you, that if you have combination or oily skin, gel-based skincare is one trend that you can really get behind. WHAT IS GELBASED SKINCARE? Gels are not exactly a new invention in skincare; they’ve been around for at least the last few years. One of the main elements that differentiates gels from other skincare products is that they are usually oil-free. Gel moisturisers are often water-based, and this helps them to absorb into the skin much quicker. Other gel skincare products can have similar results, leaving the skin feeling refreshed, rather than weighed down. THREE TYPES OF SKIN You may be surprised to learn that there are only three skin types: oily, dry and combination.
Combination skin can be oily, dry, both or neither, and as such, often it can be hard to find skincare products to suit all the different areas of the skin. This is where gel skincare comes in. For oily or combination skin especially, gel-based skincare is great as the absence of oil in the formulas means no excess oil is being added to the skin. GEL MOISTURISERS LIGHTWEIGHT AND EASILY ABSORBED How many times have you put on moisturiser and then had to wait ages for it to dry before you can finish the rest of your morning routine? And, if you apply makeup afterwards, have you ever found that although your skin feels hydrated, your makeup starts to slip part way through the day? Most likely those experiences took place while you were using a cream-based moisturiser, so perhaps it’s time to give gel a go. Gel moisturisers are easily absorbed by the skin, making them a great base for your makeup. REVOLUTIONARY GELBASED FORMULAS The benefits of gel-based skincare can stretch further than just lightweight and oil-free formulas. Our Sonya Illuminating Gel contains a range of carefully selected Asian botanicals which help to brighten the skin. In addition, the gel in our Sonya Refreshing Gel Cleanser helps to cleanse the face without stripping the skin of its natural oils. This means that when you wash with the cleanser, your face is left feeling refreshed and clean, rather than dry and tight. For those with combination or oily skin, the benefits of gel skincare are plentiful. Courtesy of Forever Living Products (UK) Ltd To find out more about Forever Living products including their skincare range contact your local representative: Bernadette Dooley (Business ID Number: 440500094756) at bernadette_foreverliving@yahoo.co.uk or call 07786 360 873.
84
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
• Are you embarrassed about your loose dentures?
Our Denture Experts
• Do you want to eat the foods you love again? • Do you have decayed, failing teeth? If you’ve Answered YES to the above
WE CAN HELP YOU!
BEFORE
AFTER
Left: Richard Hazzledine, GDC: 128796 Middle: Jamie Wright, GDC: 108755 Right: Thomas Heath, GDC: 179192
Book your FREE consultation today! At one of our convenient locations below Derby 01332 405358 Coalville 01530 839000 Burton on Trent 01283 546161 Wolverhampton 01902 426808
www.beautifuldentures.co.uk Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
85
VENTURE THEATRE NEWS
THREE GREAT EVENTS THIS MAY AT THE VENTURE THEATRE! Ashby Dramatic Society are proud to announce the staging of a newly written play at the Venture Theatre. The comedy Ten Rods is written by Terry Hammond; a member of the society and is set on an allotment. The play involves criminal activity and suspicious behaviour amongst the gardeners, whilst it is very funny there are some darker moments in the dialogue. If you like a great night out at the theatre why not give it a try? The play is being performed between 2nd and 11th May and tickets are available from Ashby Tourist Information Centre. (01530 411 767).
Jeff Barnhart
Ashby’s own Concordia Choir are coming to the theatre on Saturday 18th May with a production called ‘Showtime’. There will be family novelty favourites as well as modern pop music. Don’t miss this talented choir. Tickets cost £10 and are available from Ashby Tourist Information Centre or by calling 07736 026 596.
International Swing Quartet. Jeff is an American pianist who is renowned as a virtuoso in the 1930’s style of playing as well as being a great raconteur. His wife Anne plays flute and sings with the band and two English musicians. Come and meet our friends from the USA for a night of memorable music. Tickets cost £10 and are available from Ashby TIC.
Also coming up this month is our regular Jazz Night on Saturday 25th May which features Jeff Barnhart’s
For information and details of online tickets visit ashbyventuretheatre.org.uk
For a competitive, no obligation, free estimate contact
ichard 07 0 7040 3
Or visit us at estern Old Par Far , ottingha oad sh y De a ouch, eicestershire E 5 1DP
artisanrich@gmail.com
86
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
www.artisan4you.co.uk
martinhallwills@gmail.com
A. & J. Bartlett Ltd
Domestic, Commercial, & Industrial Electrical Contractors Serving the local community for over 50 years
Home Buyers & Landlord Reports, Call Outs, Security Lighting, Intruder Alarms, Re-wiring, Extra Sockets, CCTV Free Quotes (see website for more) Office Opening Times Monday – Friday 7.30am –5pm Saturday 9am – 12pm 77 Market Street, Ashby de la Zouch, LE65 1AH Tel. 01530 412504, Fax. 01530 416022 E-mail. info@aandj-bartlett-ltd.co.uk Web. www.aandj-bartlett-ltd.co.uk Facebook: facebook.com/ajbartlettashby Twitter: @Bartlett_ltd To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
87
DS E HAN F A S IN HOME YOUR
99
£
The option to control your alarm from your mobile devices. With prices starting from £469* installed how can you say no?
FULLY INSTALLED
469
£
*
HOME ALARM SYSTEM SERVICE
NEW INSTALLATIONS FROM
FROM
12 months service contracts start from just £99* and this includes a new external bell box, system health check, cover 24/7 365 days a year & repairs, parts & labour (terms & conditions apply)
*
SYSTEM UPGRADES We offer competitive rates for upgrades of current security systems with prices starting from £185*
FROM
185
£
*
Call us on
01530 262 466 for your FREE quote!
*1 2 months cover. T Terms & Conditions apply
WE ALSO OFFER: CCTV SYSTEMS
INTRUDER ALARM SYSTEMS
AUTO GATES
INTERCOM SYSTEMS
CENTURYFIREANDSECURITY.CO.UK 88
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
MONITORING
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
89
COMMUNITY BOARD
Ne ear a ly Ne ew w Sa ale for NCT
The Ashby, Burton & Coalville branch of the NCT (National Childbirth Trust) are hold ing a Nearly New Sale on Saturday 11th May at Moira Village Hall from 10.30am until 12.30pm. £1 entry on the door, free car parking, payment by cash or card. They also run bi-monthly coffee morn ings in Ashby and weekly parent and child gatherings at various venues throughout the regio n.
Thank you!
Ashby’s Big Tidy Up ret urned on Saturday 6th h April and was another huge success. Over 17 0 people registered to pick up litter and betw een them they collected nearly 300 bags of rub bish. A big thank you to eve ryone who voluntee red and gave up their tim e to help on the day.
Fancy cy y a new ew w hobby? Are you looking to try something new? Looking for a fun way to meet new people and to get fit? Why not give line dancing a try. Every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 3pm you can join in the fun at Smisby Village Hall, Main Street, Smisby. LE65 2TY. Everyone is welcome and no experience is required. £4 per person.
De em ment en ntia i Su upportt Group
An informal café group for people with dementia and their families/carers will take place from 1.30pm to 3pm on Mon day 20th May at Ashby Methodist Church, 32 Burton Road, Ashby, LE65 2LF. Call 0116 231 111 or see leicestershireandrutland@alzheime rs. org.uk for more details.
90
Paul Fie P eld l in Coonce cer errtt
The wonderful Paul Field will return to Ashby Methodist Church, Burton Road , Ashby at 3pm on Sunday 23rd June with a mix of new songs, old favourites and conversation. Tickets cost £8 including a buffet tea. For more information or to book your ticket contact Rev Jack y Goaten on 01530 412 298 or email revjackygoaten@aol.co.uk
e at te Family Fun Fete a r eal herse ther w nds House, Neth ewla New Promising loads of family entertainment including a RAF flypast, live music, Little Acorns Forest Schools, a busking tent and a fun dog show the annual fete returns on Saturday 8th June from 11.30am to 4pm to raise funds for Leonard Cheshire Newlands House. Netherseal, DE12 8DA.
FREE Legal Advice
will be Timms Solicitors Charlotte Day of anyone who r fo ns io ss se op in holding FREE dr erning Wills, nc co scuss matters would like to di Probates. of Attorney and Lasting Powers d and 4th e be held on th 2n The sessions will am to 10 m fro th on ery m n Road Wednesday of ev so kin Court just off At 12pm at Brown in Ashby.
Coo cili Ashby Town Counci i etings eeti of Mee n a endar Ca Calen All meetings start at 6.30pm, meetings for May: 29th May, Annual Meeting of the Town Council. 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.
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
We have been helping local businesses reach new customers since 2005! l l l l l
Our magazines are the essential guide to local services and trades. Over 350 local businesses advertise each month in our magazines. We deliver direct to 19,000 homes every month. We reach over 9,000 people each week on Facebook & Twitter. Our friendly team have over 30 years of marketing experience.
Our LOCAL magazines are produced by a LOCAL team and hand-delivered by LOCAL residents we aren’t just a community magazine – we arre part of th the community!
MAY 2018
FEBRUA
www.melbournelifemagazine.co.uk
RY 2018
ife.co.uk www.ibstockl
www.ash bylife.co .uk OCTOBER 2018
YOUR FR EE
INSIDE
LOCAL COMMUN ITY
THIS M
MAGAZ INE
ISSUE 14 1
ONTH
Ashby’s Bi g Half Term Tidy Up returns Fa Perfect Pa mily Fun ncakes And much more….
NEW! NEW!
NEW!
een fun Spooky Hallow nts October local eve s NEW local article . re… mo ch mu And
Online Advertising
ory
Magazine Advertising
FROM
FROM
£24+VAT SEE PAG
ES 34 &
35 SEE PAG
E7
£7+VAT
G AND BED D C CO
ng, sofas, beds, lighting ng and hhom
PER ISSUE
Taking bo okings fo r 2018 & 2019
PER MONTH
SEE PAGE 19
Find out how we can help you do more business locally 01530 417739 | info@lifemagazines.co.uk | www.ashbylife.co.uk SEE PAG
E8
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
91
Quality Day Trip ps
CALL NOW FOR BRO FREE CHU RE
from Roberts Travel Grroup 02.06 04.06 06.06 09.06 11.06 12.06 13.06 14.06 15.06 16.06 18.06 21.06
Blackpool National Arboretum & 2 Course Lunch Bath Spa Town RAF Cosford Airshow American Cemetary & Duxford Air Museum Shrewsbury & Ludlow London Direct Blenheim Palace BBC Gardner’s World Live Whitby Swindon & Steam Museum Baytree Garden Centre & Springfield Outlet
Tutankhamun Exhibition Day Trips 15th Nov
£59
22nd Nov
£59
14th Dec
£69
07th Mar
£69
02nd May
£69
ANTICIPATED TO BE A HUGELY POPULAR EVENT!
£25 £45 £25 £45 £65 £25 £25 £48 £42 £25 £39 £25
SECURE YOUR PLACE TODAY!
22.006 23.06 23.06 29.06 30.06 03.07 06.07 07.07 08.07 09.07 10.07 12.07 13.07 14.07 16.07 17.07 18.07 20.07 20.07 21.07 23.07 24.07 25.07 27.07 28.07 29.07 30.07 31.07
92
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
£25 £65 £45 £25 £65 £30 £59 £22 £25 £40 £25 £25 £25 £24 £49 £25 £59 £25 £50 £79 £39 £43 £25 £30 £49 £39 £24 £25
All prices are per person Please call 01530 816425 for a brochure, or visit www.robertstravelgroup.co.uk for our full selection. Alternatively you can visit our Travel Centre at The Limes, Midland Road, Hugglescote, LE67 2FX
Short breaks for this event also available!
TRAVEL GROUP
Mystery Seaside Mrs Brown’s Boys D’Musical Woburn Abbey Garden Show Llandudno Coronation Street The Tour & Salford Quays Cotswolds & Cream Tea RHS Hampton Court Flower Show Stratford Upon Avon River Festival Abingdon on Thames on Market Day Portmeirion York Wallingford & Henley on Thames London Skegness High Peak Canal Cruise & Cream Tea Blackpool Royal Garden, Thames Cruise & Cream Tea Southend on Sea RHS Tatton Park Flower Show RAF Fairford Airshow Arley Hall & Gardens Sandringham Flower Show Scarborough Cardiff & Barry Island Emmerdale Studios Tour & Leeds Adam Henson’s Farm Park & Bourton Cambridge Weston Super Mare
FR SECUEE PARK RE AVAIL ING AB
ABTA Number Y6278
LE FOR TRIP EVERY & TO UR
R G BEESTON
BUILDING AND GROUND WORK SERVICES
• ALL ASPECTS OF BUILDING AND BRICKWORK • EXTENSIONS, NEWBUILDS AND GARDEN WALLS • SITE CLEARANCE, DRAINAGE AND DIGGER WORK
Motorway Lessons Intensive Courses Help with Theory & Hazard Perception Discounts for Block Bookings
• FENCING, DRIVES AND PATIOS • GARDENS RE-LANDSCAPED • TREE WORK Very competitive, will try to match or beat any genuine written quotation
07790 556708 01283 331678 07778 036761 Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
93
THE CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS April showers bring May flowers –what nicer time of year could there be for being out in the nature reserves and open spaces of the National Forest?
If this young bramble is not removed, in a couple of years the wild flowers will be swamped!
TCV will be round and about this month helping at sites across the Forest. Among other things we will be returning to wildflower meadows we have planted to make sure that the target wildlife-friendly plants are growing, and not just nettles and brambles. NETTLES AND BRAMBLES – FRIENDS OR FOES? We humans have a love-hate relationship with nettles and brambles. Blackberry picking, and the resulting blackberry and apple crumbles, form happy childhood memories for many, but who has not been badly scratched? You may struggle to be positive about stinging nettles, but did you know they were deliberately imported in Roman times as a fibre producing plant for clothing and ropes, or that they taste wonderful as a Spring tonic in soups? The wildlife value of both plants cannot be ignored. Nettles are caterpillar food for some of our best loved butterfly species, which might become extinct without them. Brambles form an important safe nesting site for birds, and feed a multitude of species from voles to moths with their flowers and berries.
SOUK de la Zouch
Although brambles and nettles are wonderful for wildlife, they can be very invasive and take over an area, leading to loss of biodiversity. We therefore try to keep them in check at the sites we work on, carefully checking for any nesting birds before cutting back and leaving well alone if nesting sites are spotted. If you would like to join us and try something new, contact kay.thompson@tcv.org.uk
Put a spring in your step Health & Care Professions Council Registered Let us get rid of this your hard and corns Make the skin year and improve the state of your cracked heels
you take care of your feet
Beautiful new natural and vegan toiletries
Open Tuesday Friday OpenTuesday MondaytotoSaturday Friday Open
3 Bath Street Corner, Ashby de la Zouch LE65 2FH 94
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
DO MORE. LEARN MORE. BE MORE. Did you know there are five beaver scout colonies, three cub scout packs and two scout troops here in Ashby? Do you have children between 6-14? Would they like to try kayaking, camping, abseiling, whilst gaining confidence and developing skills for life? Adults are also welcome to volunteer, use your skills and gain new ones. 9882 For more information call Jon Bloor on 07588 869 or email scouting@ashbyscouts.org.uk
ashbyscouts.org.uk Registered Charity numbers 1125053
HUGE RANGE OF QUALITY NEW CAR PARTS IN STOCK OR SOURCED WITHIN HOURS d need a new Whether you have a broken headlight and bulb, or you want to give your car a new lo ook with a coat of spray paint, visit us for a great deal. • Batteries • Tools • Ignition • Steering • Wheel Trims • Brakes • Bulbs • Exhausts • Paints • Belts and much, much more
BRAKE PIPES & NUMBER PLATES MADE WHILE YOU WAIT www.speedyautospares.co.uk
01530 273516
6 Fenton Crescent, Measham, Derbyshire DE12 7EU
OPEN 7 DAYS (SUNDAY 10AM-1PM) To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
95
Latest technology
High quality systems
Early detection
Professional installation
Hardwired or wireless options
British Standards compliant
Live image streaming to your device
24/7 system monitoring available
Domestic and commercial systems
High quality images day and night
Security screened installers
Peace of mind
Bespoke solutions for home and business Full after sales service and warranty Existing system upgrades and repairs 24-hour emergency response Established local company *Subject to terms and conditions
Contact us for your free survey:
www.fstotalsolutions.com CCTV ∙ Intruder Alarms ∙ Fire Protection ∙ Access Control ∙ Emergency Lighting ∙ PA
Give your oven a make-over!
YOUR OVEN NEEDS
YOU! • Oven cleaning • Hob cleaning • Extractor cleaning • Eco friendly www.diamondovencleaningservices.co.uk info@diamondovencleaningservices.co.uk
Call 07938 185627 Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
97
IN YOUR GARDEN
HANGING BASKETS
Gardens are blooming and you are no doubt bursting to be creative in the garden, so here’s the plan - plant up a hanging basket or two. It’s easy, doesn’t take very long and yo ou will be rewarded for weeks after with cheery plants. First of all choose your basket. Even an old bassket will probably do as the basket itself can be hidden n with trailing plants. I actually like the wire baskets which start at about £5. You can buy a readymade lin ner but I have found that lining it with moss from the laawn (or even grass cuttings) gives a more natural effecct. Pack this so that your lining is 1.5 to 2cm thickk. The moss or grass cuttings will then require an inn ner liner of plastic, perforated with small holes for drain nage. One of the most important things is to have a basket that will retain some water. The best way to do o this is to put an old saucer or plant pot tray in the bo ottom before you put the soil in. This will stop all the water flooding out as soon as you water it and keep the soil moist. Similarly it is worth mixing water retaining granules or gel into the compost. The granules will absorb water and allow the water to be slowly released. Fill the basket about half full with compost. I suggest
M ay ga rde nin g jobs
bas ket s • Pla nt summe r hanging vegeta ble plo ts • Hoe and we ed borders and ding by ope ning cold • Harden off summe r bed day frame s in the ann ual s • Thi n out dire ctl y sow n • Sow sal ad cro ps nch run ner bea ns, • Sow sweetcor n and Fre cco li and lee ks bro ing out cau liflo we rs, spr ber rie s • Put straw under straw tho se perenn ials • Sta ke and kee p sta king as Delphi niums h suc r ove l which wil l fal remem ber a high • Cut law ns we ekl y and nit rogen fee d
98
By local garden designer, Francesca Sinclair For bespoke contemporary and traditional garden design www.francescasinclair.co.uk – 07901 547 360 a multi-purpose or John Innes No 2. If you have a wire basket I recommend carefully making small holes in the lining for the heads of training plants to be gently pushed through. Do this just above half the depth of the basket. In the centre of the basket I usually put an upright plant for structure such as a zonal geranium. The plants around that central plant can be of a trailing variety. Pack in as many as you can and then carefully firm in and fill with compost to about 1 cm below the rim of the basket. Some slow release fertiliser plugs are good to push in at this stage. The most important thing is to water your basket at least once a day. In exposed windy or sunny positions water twice a day. The garden centres are full of plants for baskets so the choice is yours. Consider the different colours and how well they go – you may want vibrant reds, purples, yellows and oranges together or a more subtle combination of light pinks blues and whites may be more your style. I always use geraniums in baskets as they flower so profusely and they are very forgiving if you go away for a few days and don’t have anyone to water for you. Other plants that flower generously are pansies and lobelias.
For alll the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
Happy gardening!
For everything you need for your garden there’s Sunnyside.
Our restaurant is the place to meet and the place to eat! LUNCH
TEA
Six Item Special
Main Menu / Specials from
Cake Club Offer
Served till 11 a.m Mon - Sat
Served daily 11- 4. Sunday Roast - £8.50
Served 3pm - 4.30pm
BREAKFAST
£3.99
£7.50
£3.00
Our afternoon teas are simply delicious! £8.99 a person Booking required 24 hours in advance
01530 263418
LEICESTER ROAD, IBSTOCK, LE67 6HL
www.sunnysidegardencentre.co.uk To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
99
Kirkland Plumbing, Heating & Gas Engineer
Free plumbing and heating health check with every boiler service
just ring up and quote promotional code ashbyliFe2019 to claim
• Gas & Boiler Servicing • Installation & Repairs • Complete Bathroom Refurbs • All Plumbing & Heating Maintenance • Underfloor Heating • Specialist in Natural Gas & LPG • Established for over 8 years “New boiler up and running. We used Dave Kirkland from Ashby. Great bloke . and a very good job s nk tha d an Well done him nd me om rec would Cox to anyone.” Stephen
• Covering Ashby,Coalville & surrounding areas
Please call David on 07794 592 331 or email dkirkland@hotmail.co.uk 100
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
FULLY LICENSED
WONG KWEI RESTAURANT
Sports Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Swedish Body Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, Hopi Ear Candles, LA Spray Tan, Facials
07757 466728
emilyh.arbonne@gmail.com Pure Balance Holistics
FRESHLY MADE TRADITIONAL CANTONESE DISHES
Domestic Ironing Service
9 Bath Street, Ashby-de-la-Zouch
• Collection and delivery
01530 412394
• Competitive rates • Professional, reliable, CRB checked
TELEPHONE ORDERS WELCOME
Delivery service available
• Fully insured
£1.20 delivery charge within 3 miles
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Lunch: Tue-Thu 12noon -1.30pm Dinner: Sun-Thu 5:30pm - 10:15pm Fri-Sat 5.30pm - 11pm
@Emily_PBH
Holistic treatments and massage therapy to keep your body in balance
LT ITEMS 20 ADUD FOR £13 IRONE graydeborah15@gmail.com 07577 633082
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
101
ASHBEIAN MTG NEWS
WHAT A WEEK WITH THE PIRATES! Ahoy there! The wonderful Pirates’ ship set sail from Ashby School on 13th April after a hilarious and successful run. Audiences were treated to great performances each night from MD Catherine Matthews and her orchestra; the soft-hearted Pirate King and his Crew; beautiful soprano Mabel and her sisters; the “orphaned” Major-General; the cowardly police force whose numbers were increased by the supportive Stage Crew; spurned would-be Pirate Ruth; and Frederic – whose “Elvis”-inspired moves had the theatre in stitches – everyone had a fantastic time with the Broadway version of Pirates of Penzance. Even Queen Victoria put in an appearance! There is nothing quite like show week for a theatre company and AMTG is no different. The camaraderie amongst the whole team, on and off stage, is one of the great strengths of AMTG, and this team spirit really showed, throughout rehearsals, and during the run. As a much smaller company this year, everyone, from the youngest to the oldest Member, proved what a committed, talented and loyal group we are. With a few issues along the way, everyone pulled together and were brilliantly lead by Alan Hutchinson as Director. The Stage Crew, who built the set and props with just eight weeks’ notice, also
102
agreed to be part of the Cast! Thank you to them all, and thank you to our audiences – we’re sure they had a great time with us as usual. We’re absolutely certain that Gilbert and Sullivan would have approved of our treatment of their wonderful comic operetta – we think they would also have approved of the costumes, the production and the performances, especially from our Patter Song-singing Major General, Pirate King, Frederic and Ruth. They all spent many weeks getting their tongues around those numbers, and despite initial fears, didn’t require oxygen after delivering them! On to 2020 now, when our show is the glorious Rodgers and Hammerstein musical The King and I. If you would like to join us please email enquiries@amtg.co.uk, and come and be a part of this truly amazing group.
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
Delivering to the local community for 140 Years
First Home? Or Downsizing, we have furniture to compliment all of your needs…
To Rise & Recline Chairs Starting From Only £499!
Tel: 01283 223600 www.richardsonsfurniture.co.uk richardsonsf rnit re
Grove Street,Swadlincote,Derbys DE11 9DA
Tree removal Tree reductions Stump removal Tree crown lifting Hedge trimming Ground clearance Call for a free quote on
07889 459693
Do you suffer from...
Ingrown Toenails? Corns? Hard Skin? Verrucae? Painful feet? If yes, then get in touch – I can help! Contact Details: Kieran Beenick Bsc (Hons) Podiatry 2 Bakery Court, Market Street, Ashby de La Zouch, LE65 1AN Tel: 01530 414576 Mobile: 07872 857332 www.perfectfeetpodiatry.co.uk To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
103
104
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
WoodSmith Carpentry AERIAL SATELLITE AERIAL, & CCTV SPECIALISTS • CCTV • Alarms • Security Lights • Aerial Systems • Satellite Systems • TV Wall Mounting • Servicing and Repairs
01530 682019 07948 021241 WWW.KS-DIGITAL.CO.UK on
@KSDIGITALIBSTOCK
Ray Honeywood 07842 806868 Laminate flooring, architraves, skirting, kitchen refacing, decks, doors and more! ray.honeywood@yahoo.co.uk Clear written quotes references always available 30 years general carpentry experience
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
105
LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWS Hospice Hope is one of the better known local charities offering support throughout North West Leicestershire to residents with life limiting illnesses or their family and carers. Understanding the need for pastoral care the charity runs four weekly Support cafes. The Cafés offer the opportunity to receive support, take a break and meet new people. There’s no need to book and they are completely free.
months to answer questions from anyone interested in learning more about the support which Hospice Hope provides, and to meet existing service users and volunteers. The sessions are informal and everyone is welcome to drop in between 1.30pm and 3.00pm.
Following a successful bid made to the National Lottery Community Fund, Hospice Hope have recruited a new Community Engagement Worker. A big welcome to Liz Waters!!
28th May - Ibstock Support Café 26th June - Coalville and Whitwick Support Café 26th July - Ashby Support Café
Liz will be working to increase referrals into Hospice Hope’s Support Cafés and Hope House, developing existing and new relationships with local health care professionals and organisations, and recruiting volunteers. She will be visiting each of the support cafés over the next four
Support cafés run weekly on the following days, all from 1.30pm through to 4.00pm: • Mondays: Castle Donington, The Hub • Tuesdays: Ibstock, Methodist Church, Melbourne Road • Wednesdays: Coalville and Whitwick, Methodist Church, Hall Lane, Whitwick • Fridays: Ashby, Legion House, Ashby Please contact Liz for any further information by emailing her at liz@hospicehope.org.uk or calling 07591 952 027.
• Gas Boiler Service/Repair • Gas Fire Service/Repair • Landlord Certificates • Gas Safety Checks • All Gas Work • Small Plumbing Jobs SERVICE PRICE GUIDE Gas Boiler £60 Gas Back Boiler £75 Gas Fires £45 Gas Wall Heaters £30
thermheating@gmail.com 106
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
107
PUZZLES
ACROSS DOWN
1 3 9 10 11 12 14 16 19 21 24 25 26 27
Protected from harm (4) Ordinary (8) Animation (7) Answer (5) Go into (5) To splatter (6) Nearest the bottom (6) Newspaper boss (6) Centre (6) Striped animal (5) Acting family (5) Under (7) Young frogs (8) Fewer in number (4)
1 2 4 5 6 7 8 13 15 17 18 20 22 23
Covertly (8) Initial, original (5) Disappear (6) Rustic (5) Down payment (7) Child’s toy (2-2) Tennis playing areas (6) Respires (8) Spun around (7) Sets of twelve (6) Small stone (6) Dance hall, nightclub (5) Responsibility, guilt (5) Miss out (4)
QUICK CROSSWORD 1
2
4
5
6
7
8 9
10
11
12 13
14
15
16
17
18 19
20
21
22
23 24
26
SUDUKO 108
3
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
25
27
Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3 x 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, with no repetition. That’s all there is to it. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic - there’s no maths involved and no adding up. It’s fun, it’s challenging, it’s additive!
Solutions to all puzzles can be found on page 124.
SPRING IS HER
E!
Time for a kitch en transformati Order before the on! end of
and we’ll pay the
VAT
May
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
109
ST HELEN’S CHURCH & HERITAGE CENTRE
PAINTING BY NUMBERS WITH ST HELENS What do you think of obituaries? Lots of people admit that death notices are the first thing they’ll turn to in the newspaper. It seems like that’s one of the few times when the subject of death isn’t a taboo.
At St Helen’s, we have three Wednesday evenings coming up where we will we be talking about death, acknowledging how much it hurts, and discovering how to have open conversations about it. Gravetalk is at 7pm on 7th May in the Heritage Centre, and is an informal café space with delicious refreshments to accompany our discussions. We also have Plan Your Own Funeral on 15th and Leaving a Legacy on 22nd. A particularly notable obituary appeared in national newspapers recently - Dan Robbins was the man who invented painting-by-numbers. He painted the first 35 subjects himself, starting with landscapes before branching out to horses, puppies and kittens. Robbins once said his inspiration was Leonardo da Vinci - “I remembered hearing that Leonardo used numbered background patterns for his apprentices, and I decided to try something like that.”
PROVIDING A SAFE AND RELAXING EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR CAT
The first May bank holiday sees us following in Leonardo and Dan’s illustrious footsteps as part of the Arts Festival. At the same time as the town proudly presents it ‘outdoor gallery’ of paintings, we will be having an ‘All Things Bright & Beautiful’ communal, outdoor, painting-by-numbers board. The question on everyone’s lips – Will it include horses, puppies and kittens? The town’s children are invited to celebrate more things bright and beautiful with us on our Children’s Nature Day! Do join us from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday 29th May.
We reach over 9,000 people each week across our Facebook witter pages. & Tw
A brand-new family run facility based in the village of Swepstone Our 9 purpose-built pens all have individually heated indoor chalets as well as generous outdoor runs • Family pens available • Inspections welcomed • Fully insured • Collection and delivery available
07881 887511 / 01530 483800 info@swepstonelodgecattery.co.uk www. swepstonelodgecattery.co.uk 110
And it’s completely FREE to all of our print and online advertisers…
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
111
STAUNTON HARDWOODS
ENGLISH OAK CUT TO ORDER
Staunton Harold Estate, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 1RT
e:
• • • • • • • • •
Boiler – Fires – Cookers Solid Fuel Stoves Plumbing & Heating Servicing & Repairs Landlord Certificates Kitchens & Bathrooms Tiling – Wall & Floor Chimney Sweeping Flue liner supply & Fit
t: Rachel on 07943 058 781 john@stauntonharoldestate.co.uk
www.stauntonharoldestate.co.uk
RE EDFERN LAN LANDSCAPE LTD
Steve Redfern of Redfern Landscape Ltd has 30 years experience in household & commercial landscaping & construction.
Steve is fully qualified & insured & undertakes all aspects of landscaping including driveways, patios, fencing, turfing, and artificial grass. Mini digger and driver hire also available for garden clearances, footings, drainage etc. All work is guaranteed
Contact us for a free no obligation quotation Tel: 01530 484721 / 07931 784597 or email steven_redfern@sky.com 112
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
STRUCTURAL ALTERATION AND REFURBISHMENT SPECIALISTS All carpentry & joinery work undertaken with over 35 years experience Services we can also provide include:
Painting - internal & external, tiling, laminate flooring, slabbing/patios, UPVC fascias, guttering, doors & windows, roofing repairs/renewals, fencing & all general building works.
OďŹƒce: 01530 587418 Mobile: 07779 974243 / 07515 890692 e: info@gdpropertyalterations.co.uk www.gdpropertyalterations.co.uk
Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005 Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
113
BOOK REVIEWS
A LIFE LIKE NO OTHER
Take a trip into another time and another life. Or stay in your own life and be inspired by ideas of self-improvement. This month’s reads will certainly make you pause to reflect. The Familiars Stacey Halls 1612 is a dangerous time to be a woman in Northern England, as King James has declared war on witches. Fleetwood is 17 and pregnant for the fourth time. Her other pregnancies ended in miscarriage. Desperate not to miscarry this child or lose her own life in childbirth, she turns to a local midwife, Alice Grey. When Alice gets accused of witchcraft, Fleetwood has to decide how far she’ll go to save her friend. Loosely based on the Pendle witch trials, this is a gripping, atmospheric page-turner.
The Honey Bus Meredith May With a depressed single mother who could barely get out of bed, Meredith relied on her grandfather for love and solace. She also found another avenue for learning life’s lessons – her grandfather’s bees. Through the hive, Meredith learned about family, loyalty, self-sacrifice and resilience. A thought-provoking memoir.
Louis & Louise Julie Cohen A baby is born in 1970s Maine, USA. In one reality she’s a girl – Louise; in the other, a boy – Louis. Both have the same friends, the same interests and the same ambitions. Both flee from their hometown after one fateful night that changes everything. Original, thought-provoking and highly enjoyable, Louis & Louise is perfect for book clubs.
Voices of Powerful Women Zoe Sallis When Maya Angelou calls something a ‘fascinating collection’, you know you’re in for a treat and Voices of Powerful Women certainly doesn’t disappoint. Zoe Sallis interviewed 40 women for her book, including Judi Dench, Tracey Emin, Benazir Bhutto and Mariane Pearl. Each one gives us a glimpse into what made her who she is today. You’ll learn what inspires these women, what angers them, who they admire and what advice they want to pass on to the next generation.
The Energy Plan James Collins Nutritionist James Collins is a world leader in the field of performance nutrition. He’s guided the eating habits of Olympic athletes and sports stars. His first book, The Energy Plan, is not about cutting out food groups, quick fix diets or denial. Instead, it’s about fuelling your body so it performs better and you feel fitter, have more energy and can fight off illnesses. The Energy Plan is well worth a read, whether you’re training for a marathon or just want to avoid the 3pm energy slump.
Micro Living Derek ‘Deek’ Diedricksen This book takes the concept of downsizing to the extreme. Many of the 40 homes featured are smaller than 150 square feet. From a refurbished Airstream to a treehouse, what these homes lack in space, they more than make up for in character. The book includes floorplans, advice and lots of lust-worthy photographs. Whether you’re thinking of building your own tiny home, want some tips to make the most of smaller rooms or just fancy taking a peek into how other people live, Micro Living is for you.
114
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
No place like home The kids are growing up fast and you could do with more space or they've own the nest and you've got too much space. Whatever your reasons for moving, we're here to make your move a happy one. It all begins with your free valuation. Simply get in touch with us on 01530 412824
With you all the way
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
115
The
Leicestershire Ltd
Company
Building & Roofing services 24 hr call out
re-bed ridges & verges
New roofs and repairs
fascias, soffits & guttering
Flat roofs
cladding
Chimneys
full board replacement
Email: theroofingcompanyltd@icloud.com WEB: theroofingcompany.org.uk
company no. 10848427
vat no. 273476087
Electric Vehicle Charger Installers Vehicle emissions contribute to the increasing amount of harmful gases that are leading to climate change. Re wires
E Electrical Testing
Outdoor Lighting
Nest Approved Installers
Alarm & Security
24 Hour Call Out
01530 448 441
admin@dbelectrical.co o
The government is committed to spending more than £600m between 2015 and 2020. Through the Office of Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV), the government are also offering grants to encourage and support the wider use of electric vehicles. The Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme provides up to 75% of the installation cost (up to a total of £500) for charging points at domestic properties. Being OLEV Accredited means D & B Electrical can offer you government funding (subject to acceptance).
www.dbelectrical.uk
116
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
We are also Approved Installers for Rolec and Pod-Point who are the leading manufactures of EV chargers.
“Your aches and pains are our priority” We are conveniently located in Ashby town centre. With over 20 years of experience local Chartered Physiotherapist Darrin Morris and his team can provide friendly, professional treatment and advice for a wide range of injuries and conditions.
l l l l l l l l l l
Back and neck pain Sports injuries Joint pain Tendon and muscle injuries Whiplash injuries Headaches Arthritic conditions Children’s conditions Neurological conditions Complimentary therapies
Simply Call us at ProPhysio on 01530 588557 or visit our website at www.prophysiomidlands.co.uk for enquires or to arrange an appointment Registered with major health insurance companies
Evening and Saturday appointments also available for your convenience
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
117
PETS’ CORNER
THE DANGERS OF HEATSTROKE Summer can be a great time to help your dog become fit and healthy, particularly if they’ve become a little sluggish over the winter months. Warm weather and long days are made for dog walking, but is it too hot for your dog to exercise? HELPING YOUR DOG AVOID HEATSTROKE Heatstroke is a serious health issue for dogs that can affect their internal organs and cause catastrophic damage very quickly. It’s a condition you need to watch out for in summer, particularly when exercising your dog. Controlling their environment when exercising is crucial during the summer – only walking them in the early morning or late evening is a good way to reduce the chances of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF HEATSTROKE? • Breathing rapidly or panting heavily • Red gums • Disorientation • Vomiting • Diarrhoea • Drooling • Lethargy • Seizures
118
EXERCISING YOUR DOG IN THE SUMMER It’s important to avoid strenuous exercise when it’s hot outside, and to be vigilant for respiratory distress or any other indications that your dog is struggling to deal with the heat. Take plenty of water with you as dogs can become dehydrated very quickly in the heat and try to walk or exercise in shaded areas so they have a chance to cool down. Summer requires additional vigilance when exercising your dog, but you can keep them safe and healthy with a little extra care.
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
119
ASHBY STOVES www.ashbystoves.co.uk 01530 588997
ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGES Knockout opening to required size, install lintels and steel register plate. Install natural black granite or slate hearth and stove base. Line opening with heat board stove chamber and make good plaster. Install stove and vitreous flue pipe, test stove and register installation with Hetas.
PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Natural granite or slate hearth • Heat board stove chamber • Steel register plate • Straight vitreous flue pipe • Carbon monoxide detector • Installation materials • Installation • Choice of 9 stoves 5kw wood or multifuel package from £1520 7.5kw wood or multifuel package from £1630 8kw wood or multifuel package from £1574 Natural slate stove chambers are now available with all packages for an additional £120
SERVICES INCLUDE:
Free surveys, Supply and install, Install only, Chimney sweeping, Chimney lining, Twinwall flue systems, Solid oak beams.
CHIMNEY SWEEPING SERVICE Fully insured, insurance certificate issued
CALL 07938 949081 120
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005
Maxine Silk
Lic Ac. MBAcC
Traditional Acupuncture Traditional Acupuncture is minimally invasive and extremely safe, awakening the body’s own capacity to heal itself. Best known for its treatment of pain, and developed over thousands of years all across East Asia, acupuncture can also help with: • Depression & anxiety • Menopausal symptoms • Fibromyalgia • Fertility issues • IBS • Migraine • Cancer care • Back, neck and knee pain Clinic at Castle Medical Group, Ashby
07914 852130
maxinesilk@gmail.com
facebook.com/silkacupuncture www.maxinesilkacupuncture.co.uk
PLUMBING & HEATING We are a specialist plumbing and heating company located in North West Leicestershire. We offer quality services from full central heating systems, servicing and maintenance,
BATHROOM SOLUTIONS ■ Complete Bathrooms ■ Replacement / Repairs ■ Tiling / Accessories
HEATING SOLUTIONS
■ Full Heating Systems ■ Energy Saving Upgrades ■ Replacement Boilers/Servicing
info@mjmplumbingandheating.co.uk Please call us for Advice and a FREE quote on
FREE
to total refurbishments and bespoke systems.
ON SELECTED WORCESTER BOSCH BOILERS
www.mjmplumbingandheating.co.uk
01530 832412 07885 511 670
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
121
CHESS PUZZLE
WHITE TO PLAY AND MATE IN TWO The Ashby Ivanhoe Chess Club has five teams, of increasing strength. Most of our teams are comprised of four players and we play in the Leicestershire and Rutland Chess Association league. The season runs from September to May and the results of all five of our teams has been variable this season. But the game is lots of fun and we battle on. If you wish to start chess, or have taken a break, why not join us at the Ashby Ivanhoe Social Club, every Thursday at 7.30pm. Whether you’re a junior, a beginner, or an expert, you are most welcome. Look us up at www.ashbychess.com for more details and team news. Our chess puzzle comes courtesy of local resident Richard Vann, the solution can be found on page 124 - should you need it!
Need a professional decorator? Fully Insured • City & Guilds Qualified Interior & Exterior • Wallpaper/Wall Coverings
Great Rates For All Your Decorating Needs
Construction and joinery
Specialists in quality bespok ke buiilding and d joiinery. Providing a wide variety of building and joinery services ranging from new builds, flats, extensions, restorations, renovations, loft conversions, barn and garage conversions.
We always offer quality craftmanship and excellent customer service
e. info@tahardwick.co.uk t. 07827 665686 www.tahardwick.co.uk Any Size • Any Design • Any Timber • Any Build
122
Next Level Decorating
07804 140067
4 Bowens Court, Brunt Lane, Woodville, Swadlincote DE11 7ED
FREE EXPERT HELP
AVAILABLE
Landscaping and Garden Maintenan nce
ALL YEAR-ROUND SERVICE 30+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
• Hard & Soft Landscaping • Stump Grinding • Overgrown Site Clearance • Leaf & Snow Clearance • Waste Removal & Disposal • Patios, Paving & Drives • Fence Painting • Pressure Washing • Plus much, much more For a free no-obligation quotation, please call Craig & Sharon
M. 07970 627509 T. 01530 830032
For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter
Financial advice from our financial adviser Ian Staley Contact 01530 567020
FINANCIAL ADVICE FOR NEW PARENTS Parents can often find their time entirely taken up with looking after the newest member of their family. It’s a life changing experience that will have an impact on their finances too. PLANNING PAYS For any couple, one of the biggest adjustments is managing on one salary, so working out a budget together will ensure that they have taken care of the monthly overheads. As well as statutory maternity pay or maternity allowance, you may be entitled to other things like tax credits or child benefits, free NHS prescriptions and dental care. PROTECTING WHAT’S IMPORTANT Parents want to do what’s best for their children, but many overlook putting insurance plans in place in case anything should happen to either of them. It may be an uncomfortable topic to discuss, but nobody would want to leave their family struggling financially. The monthly cost of a protection plan is a lot less than many people imagine, often no more than a family might spend on a round of coffee and cake on the high street.
SAVING FOR THEIR FUTURE A Junior ISA is a tax-free savings scheme that enables parents to put money aside either into a cash or a stocks and shares account for their child’s future. The allowance for the 2019-20 tax year has been increased to £4,368. On their 18th birthday, the child can access their savings. Those who want to plan even further ahead can open a pension for their child, saving up to £2,880 per year tax-free. Tax relief on pension contributions at 25% means that the amount actually invested becomes £3,600. When the child reaches 18, they can continue to invest in it and access their pension at age 55.
As part of the service at DGS, 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 costeffective way. For a free review of your current financial situation, please contact Ian Staley on 01530 567020.
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
123
dci architecture ltd
The Rural Design Office Barns Heath Farm, Appleby Magna,
Chartered Architectural Technologist,
Leicestershire
specialising in;
t. 01530 588141 e. dciarch@me.com w. dciarch.co.uk
• Planning permissions • Building regulations • Planning drawings • Technical drawings • 3D Presentations • 360 Virtual Reality • Photo realistic images
Initial meeting free of charge, ring to arrange.
Solutions Chess Solution 1 Rf3+ exf3 2 Rf4 mate. From a Lichess.com puzzle of the day.
Word Ladder Here is one possible solution (others may exist) ACID, arid, grid, grin, gain, RAIN
Wordwheel Answer: CRINKLED
S E C R E T L Y O M I T
124
A F E E V E I C A A R T O O N S U I N T E R S P T H O W E S T E H P M I D D L E R I B I L L S B E E C L A D P O L E S
Find us online at www.ashbylife.co.uk
R Y D A Y U E O R E P L Y A O O L A S H I B D I T O R O E Z E B R A E L T N E A T H S M E L E S S
ANDY
Brushing aside the competition
WESTON DECORATING LTD
Back2Life OB “NO J TOO ” SMALL
We do large and small projects
t. 01332 862876 m. 07721 494555 e. weston18@btinternet.com w. www.andywestondecorating.co.uk
Gardening and General Handyman
Maintaining:
• Lawns • Hedges • Borders • Driveways • Fences • Decking and much more • Any odd jobs around the home • Painting and decorating
Call Mark: 01530 263703 / 07885 977173
VINYL RECORDS WANTED FOR CASH!
Based locally and happy to come to you Please call Ian on
01530 416379 or 07734 719677
iroberts@sweethaven.biz
• Fencing • Turfing • Decking • Patios Laid • Shrubbery Shaping • Hedge Cutting • Tree Surgery • Landscaping and Design • Gravelling • Block Paving • Artificial Grass POWER WASHING DRIVES & PATIOS
• Ground Clearance • Garden
FOUR SEASONS GARDEN SERVICES Family business established 1996
TONY & MARCUS CHEVIN
01283 551167 07770 984359 Email:
Maintenance • Weed Control • Brick Planters and Walls • Fully Qualified • Fully Insured • All waste taken away • Commercial and Domestic Contracts welcomed
FSGS234@talktalk.net
Please mention ASHBY LIFE when responding to adverts
125
BUSINESS DIRECTORY Accountants & Payroll Ashby Payroll Bureau 107 Baldwins (Ashby) Ltd 67 Haines Watts 3 J S Accountancy Services 87 Aerials & Satellite K S Digital 105 Satellite Aerial Services 68 Architects DCI Architecture Ltd 124 Arts, Crafts, Gifts, Jewellery, Toys Ashby Bears 27 Ferrers Centre for Arts and Craft 43 Gracie Jaynes 12 Knittiquip 79 Souk de la Zouch 94 Builders & Building Supplies Beeston Building and Groundworks 93 Crest Nicholson Midlands 19 S S Joinery 32 Carpets & Interiors Ashby Stoves 120 Fabco Interiors 64 & 65 Fairweathers Carpets 89 Mark Miller Leather Cleaning & Repairs 53 Richardsons Furniture 103 R M Page Clock Repairs 85 Roger James Furnishers 76 Taylor Made Flooring Ltd 53 The Bed Shop 111 Wendy’s Courtyard Interiors 37 Childcare, Clubs, Schools & Tuition 4th Ashby Scouts 95 Dumbles Forest School 35 Stephenson College 104 Chiropodists Ashby Chiropody & Podiatry Clinic Ltd 94 Perfect Feet Podiatry 103 Cleaning, Ironing, Laundry Services Breedon Carpet Care 49 Crazy Ladies Cleaning Services 15 Deanclean 57 Debbie Gray’s Ironing Service 101 Diamond Oven Cleaning 97 Jayne’s Extreme Clean 68 Karen’s Ovengleam 101 NJR Pure Clean 125 Safeclean 42 The Bees Knees 119 Toni’s Ironing Angels 85 Clothing Just for You 14 Dental Services Ashby Dental Laboratory 22 Beautiful Dentures 85 Measham Dental 20 Domestic Appliances Contracool Home Solutions Ltd 77 Driving Schools Bardon School of Motoring 93 Jo Driving 81 R D T School of Motoring 105 Electricians A & J Bartlett Ltd 87 D & B Electrical 116 DDS Sleep Eazee Electrical 45 M Bunker Electrical 71 Ramsell & Watkins 75 Estate Agents & Housing Alexanders Estate Agents 5 John German Estate Agents 115 Whitehead’s Estate Agents 25 Events & Attractions Alpaca Park Farm 77 Ashby Arts Festival 10 & 11 Ashby Food & Drink Festival 41
126
Century Theatre 83 Timber Festival 16 & 17 Financial Services Advance Insurance Services Ltd 71 Bleathwood 72 DGS IFA Ltd 123 Ian Goodship 38 Food & Groceries Calico & Cake 57 Furniture Repairs & Restoration Ancient & Modern 106 Garden Design Design and Pave Landscapes Limited 6 Garden Maintenance Artificial Lawn Solutions 37 Artisan of Ashby Limited 86 Blueberry Products Ltd 119 Charnwood Tree Services 118 Darren Robinson 77 Donington Nurseries Ltd 51 Eden Tree Care & Fencing Ltd 61 Four Seasons Garden Services 125 GDR Landscaping 81 Green Grass 122 Green Thumb (Ashby) 2 Ken Ward 77 LNC Tree Specialists 103 Roughly Refined Garden Service 50 Silvan Enterprises 9 Redfern Landscapes Ltd 112 Stone Drives & Landscapes 30 Sunnyside Garden Centre 99 The Ten Mile Timber Company 112 Graphic Design & Printing MI Mind Designs 81 Hair & Beauty The Temple Hair Spa 29 Healthcare & Wellbeing Ashby Osteopathic Clinic 97 Future Minds 78 Heavenly Holistic 68 Helen Forman 27 Maxine Silk 121 Pathfinding Therapy 73 ProPhysio Ashby 117 Pure Balance Holistic 101 Vitalize Physiotherapy 71 IT Services Ashby Web Design 107 PC Clinic Technologies Ltd 22 Joinery Services NM Joinery 48 TA Hardwick 122 Woodsmith Carpentry 105 Kitchens & Bathrooms Aquafit Kitchens & Bathrooms 47 Dream Doors 109 Holme Tree 40 M D Bathrooms 14 Owen Williams Kitchens 8 The Little Kitchen and Bathroom Company Limited 127 Locksmiths Hazlewood Locksmiths 56 Misc / Notices Ian Roberts - Vinyl Records 125 Motor Services A D Car Cosmetics 33 Chips Away 55 Speedy Auto Spares Ltd 95 Painters & Decorators Affordable Decorator 122 Andy Weston Decorating 125 Design Decorators 81 Holywell Painting and Decorating 102 James Pepper Property Solutions 33
ASHBY LIFE – Your handy guide to local services and businesses
JB Decorating 42 John Clark 105 S C Green Painting 71 Pet Services Ash Farm Boarding Kennels 37 Swepstone Lodge Cattery 110 Places of Worship Ashby Christadelphian Church 46 Plasterers A C Ellison 75 Matt Charles Plastering Services 101 Plumbers, Heating & Gas Services Ashby Home Heating 36 B Wilkinson Plumbing 22 Burn & Bishop Plumbing and Heating 81 CCA GAS Plumbing & Heating 126 David Kirkland 100 Ignite Gas Services 27 James Pepper Property Solutions 93 MJM Plumbing & Heating 121 NS Plumbing and Heating Supplies Ltd 47 S D Hill (Plumbers) 7 Therm Heating 106 Property Repairs & Maintenance Masseys DIY 23 Absolute Window Solutions 21 Access 4 Lofts (Stafford) 52 Ashbyhandyman.co.uk 57 Back2Life 125 Century Fire & Security 88 Fire and Security Total Solutions (FSTS) 96 G & D Property Alterations 113 Hellers Home and Garden 39 Michael Brooks Home Improvements 87 Midlands Property Maintenance 79 Trust The Job 73 Pubs, Restaurants, Cafes & Take Aways Amalfi White 13 Hong Kong Restaurant 75 La Spezia Pizzeria 119 Wong Kwei 101 Roofing D H Phillips (Flat Roofing) 102 Lords Roofing Contractors 97 T S Roofing 49 The Roofing Company Ltd 116 Slimming WW 79 Solicitors & Will Writers Crane & Walton 55 Kornerstone Legal Services Ltd 9 Martin Hall 87 Smith Partnership 44 Timms Solicitors 80 Westminster Law 15 Sports & Fitness Bluestone Fitness 69 Breedon Priory Health Club Ltd 128 Everyone Active 31 Fitness Republic 58 & 59 Krav Maga Ashby 54 Willesley Park Golf Club 24 Taxi Services Ashby S&V Cars 24 Travel & Holidays Roberts Holidays 92 The Old Stables B&B 73 Travel Counsellors 12 Windows & Doors Assured Windows 71 Betteridge Windows & Doors 54 Garolla Roller Shutter Doors 45 Mr Clear 75 Progress Windows 60 Swadlincote Window Company Ltd 28 Window Mate 105
Free Unique 3D Design Service
The Little Kitchen Company Se
FF en O itch % d K ucts 20lecte rod
P
Local Professional Friendly Installers Full Project Management Service Over 20 years experience
The Little Bathroom Company l
m FF oo O thr % ba cts 25ectedrodu
Se
P
Range of Service to suit all budgets Flexible, Reliable Passionate
Located within Toons Carpet & Furniture Superstore Burton Rd, Castle Gresley, Swadlincote, DE11 9HQ. 01283 216699 sales@thelittlebathroomcompany.store sales@thelittlekitchencompany.store www.thelittlebathroomcompany.store www.thelittlekitchencompany.store
To advertise in Ashby Life call 01530 417739 or email info@lifemagazines.co.uk
127
FACILITIES INCLUDE: State of the Art Fitness Suite, Swimming Pool, Spa Facilities, Luxurious Changing Rooms, Exclusive Class Studio and Dedicated Spin Room SERVICES INCLUDE: Personal Training, Sports Massage, Small Group Training and Nutritional Advice
128
ASHBY LIFE – Delivered direct to your doorstep since 2005