Ashby Life Magazine February 2018

FEBRUARY 2018

YOUR FREE LOCAL COMMUNITY

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MAGAZINE

ISSUE 141

INSIDE THIS MONTH

Ashby’s Big Tidy Up returns Half Term Family Fun Perfect Pancakes And much more….

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Welcome to February ’s issue which is packed with practical advice. We have articles on winter beauty essentials, health advice on how to get a good night’s sleep, inspiration for home and interiors and much more

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We’ve also got a whole host of community news. We’re delighted to announce the return of Ashby’s Big Tidy Up on 3rd March. Find out more about our local scouts who have been selected for the trip of a lifetime to the 24th World Scout Jamboree in West Virginia and read how you can nominate for the Lord Lieutenant’s Young Person of the Year!

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IN THIS ISSUE

Contents Ashby’s Big Tidy Up 10 14 Spotlight On….

Ashbeian MTG News 18 St Helen’s Church & Heritage Centre 22 Community Board 26 Ashby Museum News 30 Fitness Tips 34 & 35 Ashby Venture Theatre News 38 What’s On for Families 42 Local Business News 46 Whats On 50 & 51 On the Beat 54 Recipe of the Month 58 Castle Medical Group 62 Money Matters 66 Christadelphian Church 70 A Walk in the Forest 74

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Ashby’s Big Tidy-Up Returning for the 4th Year on Saturday 3rd March 2 - 4.30pm!

Volunteers are required to help with ‘Ashby’s Big Tidy Up’. In association with NWLDC Street Action Team, Ashby Town Council and organised by Ashby Hastings Rotary Club, the campaign is scheduled to coincide with the Keep Britain Tidy ‘Great British Spring Clean’.

The Ashby Tidy up starts at 9 locations throughout the town with everyone litter picking their way to Hood Park Leisure Centre where free refreshments will be available.

Once registered volunteers will be contacted nearer the date to confirm their start point.

Anyone can volunteer No experience required All necessary equipment supplied Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult Team leaders to direct operations Please wear suitable outdoor clothing Trash to Treasure hunt for youngsters

Why Volunteer?

It’s enjoyable – you’ll be outside in the fresh air and meet other local people Make a difference – you’ll see the effects and want to keep it looking good Help prevent further littering - by setting a good example See the website ashbysbigtidyup.org.uk, for detailed information including sponsorship and how to register to take part.

Alternatively, phone Brian on 07591 494727 or Paul on 07905 848981 or email info@ashbysbigtidyup.org.uk The possible starting points are listed below.

See the website for further details 1. M & S, Smithy Road LE65 1GW 2. Junction of Windemere Ave and Leicester Rd LE65 1FA 3. Ivanhoe Football Club Ground LE65 1TS 4. Royal Hotel LE65 2GP 5. Willesley Park Golf Club LE65 2PF 6. Junction of Abbey Drive and Moira Rd LE65 2LX 7. Ascebi House Health Centre LE65 2LP 8. Rebound Smisby Rd LE65 2BS 9. Premier Inn Ashby LE65 1JP (over 18’s only)

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SPOTLIGHT ON...

Ashby de la Zouch Scouts & Explorers selected to represent Leicestershire & the UK at the 24th World Scout Jamboree in 2019 Every four years, tens of thousands of Scouts, from almost every country in the world gather in a tented city for two weeks of activities and adventure! In 2019 over 40,000 14-17 year olds plus leaders from 150 countries will unite for the 24th World Scout Jamboree.

4,000 Scouts & Explorer Scouts from the UK have been selected to attend this prestigious and lifechanging event. There are 54 from Leicestershire, 13 from Ashby & Coalville district and 7 from Ashby de la Zouch and Blackfordby.

In Leicestershire, those Scouts interested had to apply for a place last July. Almost 100 of these were then invited to attend a selection camp at the end of September. They took part in a range of activities to assess who had the skills and potential to cope with being away for nearly 3 weeks and to form strong teams.

Each Scout has to raise £4,100, through a range of fundraising events. Some of this money subsidises the jamboree cost for Scouts from developing countries, who would not otherwise be able to afford to attend – this international cost structure helps ensure each jamboree is a truly global experience.

Each Jamboree includes a wide variety of outdoor adventure activities and places a great emphasis on everyday life and social interaction among different

cultures that is experienced through the Scouting campsite.

Lewis Coker, age 13, is one of the lucky local Scouts selected to attend. He told us more about his own fundraising efforts so far and more about the trip he’s so looking forward to….

“The campsite is called The Summit Bechtel Reserve and there will be 40,000 scouts from around the world (I don’t think I’ll get to meet them all!). The Summit is 10,000 acres with a three mile Zip-line, a mountain bike course - much larger than Hicks Lodge - and white water rapids. It also contains an Amphitheatre which takes up 20.7 acres or 901,692 square feet, should be a good show! The trip includes a big city visit where we will be going to either New York or Washington DC, I would prefer Washington as I want to see the Lincoln Memorial, but I won’t find out till the camp in 2019.

So far we have paid our first instalment of £450 and I am working hard toward my next payment in March. I have had loads of support from family, friends and this fabulous community.

I fund raised at quite a few 5th November celebrations.

At the Ashby Christmas Fair we sold Christmas Quizzes, had some fun competitions for the adults and little games for the kids including reindeer food.

We have a few more fundraising events planned such as bag packs and a tree protector clearing session and there are more ideas in the pipeline. If you would like to get involved in fundraising please let us know and we will tell you how you can support your local scouting community. Thanks again for your support.”

If you would like to offer support, help the Scouts in finding fundraising opportunities or simply find out more you can visit their Facebook page www.facebook.com/AshbyWSJ2019/ or email AshbyWSJ2019@gmail.com

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AMTG NEWS

Ten weeks to go and counting! ting By the time you read this article we will have approximately ten weeks before the opening night of My Fair Lady on Tuesday 10th April 2018!

It’s not too late to join us– there are always plenty of backstage opportunities. From the set going into the theatre the weekend before, our stage crew and technicians have the most demanding rôle in ensuring that everything is in place for the week of the show. It is hard work, but they have great fun playing their part in the production, and it is a big comfort to all the actors onstage to know we are supported by such a strong and dedicated team.

If you would like to join us onstage for the 2019 production (title yet to be announced) it is a good idea to come and join in the backstage fun now, to get to know us, and to see for yourself what a welcoming, friendly bunch we are! You don’t have to be a whizz with a hammer, or be strong enough

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

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ST HELEN’S CHURCH NEWS Anyone who regularly gives up chocolate for Lent might face a conundrum this year: They’ll have to hope they’re not given chocolate by their Valentine on February 14th, because this year it’s also Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent.

At St Helen’s church, as elsewhere on the ‘Day of Ashes’, foreheads will be marked with ash in the shape of a cross. And so it has been for hundreds of years. Our site in the heart of Ashby might be quite small but it has so many stories to tell, from way back in the Mesolithic era to the present day. People came to this place to worship and then went back to their homes and families. Their daily lives would have been very different to ours and our Heritage Project is all about capturing those moments in time and sharing the findings.

What was Ash Wednesday like here in the year 601 when Pope Gregory decreed that Lent should be moved? Or on the ‘ashless’ Ash Wednesday of 1548? Join us on February 5th at 7.30pm when Dr Nick Gravestock will fill the Community Heritage

Centre with music to transport us to Tudor times, to the reign of Henry VIII, his forebears and heirs.

And all for the princely sum of £3!

Did you know that in Victorian times, theatres refrained from presenting costumed shows on Ash Wednesday? Our research volunteers are currently documenting the period when the church was extended by the Victorians, and uncovering fascinating snippets of people’s lives.

If you’d like to be a ‘Sherlock’ and join in this research, contact our Heritage Officer on 07435 564236 or email sthelensheritage@gmail.com

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1620s House Volun teering Open Days

Can you help bring the 1620s House and Gardens to life in 20 18? To find out abou t the roles available ple ase book onto their open day on eit her Wednesday 7th February 1-3pm or Su nday 11th February 2-4pm. Call: 0116 30 5 2247 or email: hester.pode@ leics.gov.uk or visit www.leicestershire.g ov.uk/volunteering

Woodland Volunttee ee errin r g Volunteers can become involved in a range of practical tasks, such as pond clear ing, tree planting, woodland managem ent, ecological surveying, hedge laying, access improvement and wildflower meadow management. New Lount Nature Rese rve, LE67 8JH and Coleorton Wood, LE67 8FS. Various dates throughout February . Email Jane Elson at coleorton11@gmail.com to find out more.

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Coo try Colou Coun Coo rs Art rts Group

The group meets on a Wednesday morning 9.30am – midday in Oakthorpe Leisure Centre. They are seeking new members, from novice Water Colour painters to competent artists. With regular tutors to help improve skills and techniques it’s a great opportunity to learn. Please contact Chris Keeley on 01530 271 843 or email keeleyhouse@madasafish.com for more information.

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Are you a community group with a great idea for a project but need to raise some cash? While NWLeics District Council don’t have a massive budget, they do have a big determination to support local people to improve their communities. Very often you only need a small amount of money to make a huge difference. Find out more information at www.nwleics.gov.uk/ e. pages/grants_and_funding or contact julie uk e.gov. ershir eicest @nwl erton summ

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Fairtrade Fortnight 2018 will run from 26th February until 11th March. Campaig ners, businesses, schools and places of wors hip show their support for the farmers and workers who grow our food in developing coun tries. To fnd out more visit: http://www.fairtrad e.org.uk

Coo cili Ashby Town Counci i etings eeti of Mee n a endar Ca Calen All meetings start at 6.30pm, meetings for February: 5th Events & Entertainment meeting. 26th Planning, transportation and licensing. Members of the public are welcome to attend and there is a slot for public questions. Meetings take place at Legion House, South Street, Ashby.

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ASHBY MUSEUM NEWS Our new exhibition features Ann Ayre Hely, born Ann Ayre Bradshaw, in Ravenstone in 1819. In August 1851 she married the village surgeon, an Irishman called Dr Hely.

Three years later he was tragically killed when he accidentally drank poison thinking it was sherry. In March 1855, the now widowed Ann volunteered to go out as a nurse to tend the sick and injured soldiers of the Crimean War. When the war ended in 1856, she returned to England and nursed Florence Nightingale for a while. She went on to work as a housekeeper in some aristocratic households and eventually came to live in Ravenstone Hospital (almshouses) in 1889. Come and find out more about this extraordinary lady.

The Museum has received a batch of coloured slides, taken in 2001, of nearly all NW Leicestershire’s non-conformist churches and chapels. These are being digitised and put on our photographic archive. This is only part of an enormous collection now totalling over 3,000 images, both past and present.

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We are in the process of finalising our summer programme of town history walks. On Wednesday July 4th at 7 p.m. the walk will be the popular ‘Ashby, the Spa Town’. Details of other walks will be published in the next issue.

FRIENDS OF ASHBY MUSEUM Our next talk is by Wendy Freer on Anne Ayre Hely on 14th March. Looking well ahead, on the 9th May, the second annual talk will be on Leicestershire windmills.

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We all know that exercise is one of the most important things to help keep our bodies in shape. We need to keep our hearts healthy, our cholesterol in check and our blood pressure under control.

I’m passionate about my coaching and could talk to you all day about this, and the reasons why exercise is so important. However, what we sometimes don’t realise about exercise is that it also hugely improves and stimulates our mental health & wellbeing.

Over the last few years there has been more and more research done with evidence to suggest that exercise can help with symptoms such as low mood depression, anxiety and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) which is mostly diagnosed in the winter months.

We can all feel a little down in the dumps from time to time, especially at this time of yyear which

is called the “post-Christmas downer”, when all the hype and excitement of Christmas & New Year is over, and spring with the longer, lighter days still seems a long way off.

There is one very simple solution to help prolong that buzz and that is to incorporate some gym sessions into your weekly routine.

The reason I’m suggesting this is that when we exercise, our body releases chemicals called endorphins and these endorphins trigger a positive feeling in the body, this is often described as euphoric giving you a positive and energising outlook on life!

In some cases, exercise can be just as effective as antidepressant medication in treating depression.

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VENTURE THEATRE NEWS

One Man, Two Guv’nors at the Venture Theatre The Ashby Venture Theatre’s February production will be One Man, Two Guv’nors.

This is the second time the Venture Theatre have brought a version of the original play ‘A Servant of Two Masters’; Richard Bean’s version modernises the play setting it in 1960s Brighton. The audience follows Francis Henshall, recently unemployed and desperate for work to feed his mammoth appetite. When small-time gangster Roscoe Crabbe is in need of a servant, Francis jumps at the chance, known to the audience but not the characters, ’Roscoe’ is actually Rachel Crabbe, posing as her dead brother. Much to Francis’s initial excitement for a second pay check, Roscoe’s killer and Rachel’s lover, Stanley Stubbers, is also in need of somebody to take care of his affairs. As Francis frantically tries to juggle the demands of both his masters only chaos and confusion result, much to the audience’s amusement.

The play was originally a Commedia dell’arte play

which is an early form of theatre originating from Italy. The modernised play contains more characters than usual as they are based on the original stock characters for this type of theatre. For director, Karen Heath it has been a challenge to manage a larger cast but she’s already excited to show new and frequent Venture Theatre goers the result.

One Man Two Guv’nors will run from 22nd to 24th of February and 28th February to 3rd March 2018. Tickets are available from the Ashby Tourist Information Centre and online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/ashbydramaticsociety

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Financial advice from our financial adviser Ian Staley Contact 01530 567020 DO WE NEED TARGETS TO HELP US SAVE MORE FOR RETIREMENT? The Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) has come up with a suggestion to help people keep their pension plans on track. It has called for savings targets to be put in place to help individuals save enough for a good pension for their retirement years.

According to their researchi, 13 million people haven’t made sufficient pension provision and 78% of those aged between 18 and 64 don’t know how to go about finding out how much pension they will receive when they retire.

The PLSA is considering developing a new set of benchmarks that will help savers by providing target figures for them to aim for. Retirement income targets are commonly used in Australia, and can help people become more informed about their pension by explaining how much they need to save to achieve different standards of living in retirement – such as minimum, modest and comfortable.

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WHAT’S ON FOR FAMILIES

What’s on for

families

We take a look at some of the family activities scheduled to take place locally this month nth.

Craft Fun at Ashby Library From 10th to 17th February the library have a Craft Table out for all junior library members to enjoy! All materials are provided, just pop along & join in this free activity.

Kite Flying D Day The whole family can enjoy kite flying in the meadow at Calke Abbey from 10am to 4pm on Sunday 11th February. The Midland Kite Fliers will thrill you with their skills. Bring your own kite, buy one there, or make one in the workshop. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for Calke Abbey. For more details visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke-abbey/whats-on

Family y crafting at Copper Leaf Crraft Café, Ashby The whole family can get involved in two craft activities including a takeaway gift bag to decorate, and refreshments for children and accompanying adults on Tuesday 13th February 10am – 4pm or Friday 16th and Saturday 17th February 10am – 1pm. £20 for a one hour session.

Booking is essential so contact Denise on 07939 449 009.

National Forest Adventure Farm 2 for 1 Entry until Friday 16th February! All the fun of the Farm for less.

Use the code 2FOR1 when you book online at www.adventurefarm.co.uk Or New life on the Farm runs from 17th to 25th February where visitors can meet the baby animals, feed the lambs and help Farmer Frogg in the indoor events barn. You can also test drive the remote control tractors, plant seeds and make a scarecrow – there’s fun for everyone. Book online to save 10%.

Conkers half-term adventures

Conkers is offering a range of indoor and outdoor activities for children and families to enjoy from Saturday 17th through to Sunday 25th February. Halfterm fun includes: craft activities; ranger activities & live shows. All of the old favourites from Sublime Science to Dippy’s Clown Show will feature along with new shows from Ras King Bobo the amazing acrobat and Bubble Pop – bubble making fun. All of these activities are included in the price of the admission ticket. Tickets can be booked online at www.visitconkers.com

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

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A new addition to the team at Futureminds!!

Futureminds is delighted that Anna Finn, is now offering hypnotherapy at our counselling rooms. Anna is a fully qualified and insured Hypnotherapist, having had over 8 years’ experience of helping people.

Hypnotherapy can help you become clearer about yourself, how or what you would like to change, and then embed that message in your mind in order to make the changes happen so that you can feel healthier and/ or happier.

The aim is not only to help you deal with issues in your life you wish to deal with, but also help you develop your own skills to cope with life’s challenges and learn practical tools and techniques that you can then take away and employ as and when you wish.

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to being over-stressed, showing various degrees of Anxiety, Low Confidence and Depression, as she has had to make a journey to recovery from stress-related issues herself. She has also discovered that Hypnotherapy can help change or reduce excessive drinking, over-eating, smoking and other health issues.

As part of being qualified and registered with the largest nationally recognised professional bodies GHSC (General Hypnotherapy Standards Council, including GHR Register) and CNHC (Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council), Anna undertakes further training as part of Continuous Development Program.

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WHAT’S ON

What’s on in

February

Thursday 1st February Funhouse Comedy Club

An evening of comedy at the Lyric Rooms with Nathan Caton, Steve Hall, James Sherwood and Steff Todd and compere Spiky Mike.

Doors open 7.30pm for 8.15pm start. Food available 7.30pm to 8pm.

For more information call 01530 415 039 or 0115 952 5050 or visit www. funhousecomedy.co.uk

Thursday 1st February Ashby Castle WI

Jo Golby from Calke Abbey gives a talk on the role of a lady’s maid and all it would entail. The talk starts at 2pm until 4pm at the Congregational Church, Kilwardby Street with tea and cake. The cost is £4. Please contact Fran Williams on 01530 414 933 or email: franceswilliams2@me.com for further details.

Friday 2nd February Hambledon Productions present ‘Steptoe and Son’

Now it’s time to relive some of their finest misadventures through this brand-new production. Tickets online and on the door £12 or £10 concessions. 7.30pm at Century Theatre, Coalville. See www.centurytheatre.co.uk

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Monday 5th February St Helen’s Heritage Talks

–‘Music of the Tudor Period’.

A talk by Dr Nick Gravestock All talks beginning at 7.30pm in the Hastings Room in the Community Heritage Centre, £3 including light refreshments. Visit www.sthelensheritage.co.uk for details.

Wednesday 7th February Ashby Ivanhoe Travel Club

‘Venice & Croatia’ by Colin Hobday.

Pithiviers Room at Ivanhoe College, North Street from 7.30pm to 9pm. £2 entry fee per meeting. All are welcome. For further information please call Julie Nelson on 01530 588 197.

Sunday 11th February Remembrance Service

Ashby Methodist Church, Burton Road, Ashby are holding a service remembering all those we have lost, especially in the last year. The service starts at 3pm.

Tuesday 13th February Ashby Civic Society Talk

An expert arrow smith and Guinness Book record holder goes through his weaponry. Heritage

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Centre, St. Helen’s Church, South Street, Ashby LE65 1AA at 7.30pm. www.ashbydelazouchcivicsociety. webs.com Call Susanne for more details on 01530 415 654.

Thursday 15th February The Sence Valley Supper Club

Enjoy fine food and good company.

The club welcomes new members, old friends and acquaintances alike to its monthly culinary evenings.

February’s venue is ‘The Link’, Measham, DE12 7HR. 7pm start with the meal at 7.30pm. They use shared transport where possible. For further information, please contact Jane Boyce – 07967 489 235 or email jane_boyce@hotmail.co.uk

Saturday 17th February BYE BYE BABY – Tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons

This sensational production features many of the bands worldwide hits.

Tickets online are £19.50. Doors open at 6.45pm for a 7.30pm start at Century Theatre, Coalville. See www.centurytheatre.co.uk

Tuesday 20th February Funhouse Comedy Club

An evening of comedy at the Lyric Rooms. As part of the English Comedian of the year competition 10 comedians will battle it out in this prestigious talent show. Doors open 7.30pm for 8.15pm start. Food available 7.30pm to 8pm. For more information call 01530 415 039 or 0115 952 5050 or visit www.funhousecomedy.co.uk

Wednesday 21st February Ashby Film Nights

This month’s feature film is ‘Victoria and Abdul’ (PG). This film charts the true friendship between Queen Victoria (played by Judy Dench) and a young Indian Muslim. Doors and bar open at 7.00pm, film starts 7.30 pm at The Lyric Rooms in Ashby. Tickets £5 on the door or from Ashby TIC. See ashbyfilmnights.wordpress.com

Thursday 22nd February Messy Church

Messy Church resumes with children’s activities and food. Join them on the last Thursday of every month at Ashby Methodist Church from 3.30pm to 5pm. For more information contact Rev Jacky on 01530 412 298 or email her at revjackygoaten@aol.co.uk

Wednesday 28th February Ashby Ivanhoe Travel Club ‘Derbyshire – it’s Character &

Characters’ by Peter Armour.

Pithiviers Room at Ivanhoe College, North Street from 7.30pm to 9pm. £2 entry fee per meeting. All are welcome. For further information please call Julie Nelson on 01530 588 197.

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 March issue is Thursday 8th February. 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 admin@ashbylife.co.uk

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Blackfordby Neighbourhood Plan BLACKFORDBY RESIDENTS ARE INVITED TO THE LAUNCH OF THE BLACKFORDBY NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN FOCUS GROUPS ON MONDAY 5TH FEBRUARY 2018 AT BLACKFORDBY VILLAGE HALL 7PM TO 8:30PM

Following the successful launch of the Neighbourhood Plan in 2017 Focus Groups are being established to look at: Housing, Environment, Transport, Employment and Community Facilities.

The Groups will look at issues raised at the launch event and suggest policies for inclusion in the Plan. If you live or work in the village and want to play a part in its future then come along to the Launch. There will be a brief presentation on progress to date and an opportunity for the first meeting of each Focus Group.

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ON THE BEAT Lady Gretton, Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire invites you to celebrate the achievements of young people across the city and county by nominating an inspiring young person aged 13 to 19 for this year’s awards at www.leicestershire.gov.uk/llawards This year’s categories will celebrate the very best examples of effort and achievement. People can nominate for: Young Braveheart, Young Volunteer, Young Sportsperson and Young Artist.

For 2018, the special Young Investigator category commemorates the centenary of the First World War. This award will be given to someone who investigates and presents a piece of creative research using any method including video, podcast, blog, or report.

The project must be inspired by the contribution of the Commonwealth countries either on the front line or in a supporting role behind the lines. (Please read the further guidance online before completing the online form to submit with your research.)

Lady Gretton, Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire, said: “Having led the awards for more than a decade

now, I look forward each year to hearing about the remarkable efforts of our young people and their outstanding endeavours.

“As ever, the award categories highlight bravery, creativity, strength of spirit and selflessness – which can inspire us all in Leicester and Leicestershire.”

The closing date for this year’s nominations for the Braveheart, volunteer, sportsperson and artist categories is 31 January 2018.

Entries for the special category Young Investigator of the Year are welcome until 9 February 2017. The award scheme is open to all 13 to 19 year olds living in Leicester and Leicestershire. Individuals can be nominated by other young people, their school, parent or carer, as well as any other agency or individual.

The finalists and their parents will be invited to a special ‘red carpet’ awards evening and dinner held in April next year, hosted by the Lord-Lieutenant.

To find out more about the awards or to nominate a young person go online at: www.leicestershire.gov. uk/llawards or email lieutenancyoffice@leics.gov.uk or call 0116 305 6053.

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For details of all our services, including the Forget-me-not Bereavement Support Group, please contact Lorraine Walker (above) or Angela Bowyer (right) at the Woodville office.

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A pre-paid funeral plan means peace of mind for you & your loved ones The average cost of a standard funeral in the UK is now over £3,500 - a figure expected to rise significantly over the next few years.

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

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

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pancakes

RECIPE

PERFECT

MAKE S Ready 8 in 30 min s

Whip up a classic pancake batter to celebrate Shrove Tuesday. Simply serve the traditional way with sugar and lemon juice or try one of our extra special sweet or savoury serving ideas.

YOU WILL NEED: l

100g plain flour

l

Pinch of salt

l

1 large egg

l

l

300ml milk (or milk and water mixed) Sunflower oil or unsalted butter, for frying

METHOD: 1. Sift the flour into a large bowl, add the salt and make a well in the centre. Add the egg and beat with a balloon whisk, gradually drawing in some of the flour.

2. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking all the time and drawing in the rest of the flour, until you have a smooth batter which is about the consistency of single cream.

3. Stand the batter for about 30 mins to allow the starch grains in the flour to soften and expand – this will give a lighter pancake. If the batter has thickened slightly then whisk in a splash of milk.

SWEET Choc ‘n’ nuts – spread warmed pancakes with chocolate and hazelnut spread then fold into quarters.

Drizzle with warmed chocolate sauce and serve with toasted hazelnuts.

Orange cream – heat 4tbsp thin-shred marmalade with 150ml orange juice in a frying pan and simmer for a few minutes until syrupy. Fold the pancakes and add to the pan, turning to coat in the syrup. Serve topped with whipped cream or crème fraiche.

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4. Heat a little sunflower oil or a knob of butter in a non-stick shallow frying pan (about 20cm diameter)until almost smoking then quickly ladle in enough of the batter to thinly cover the base of the pan, swirling the pan to give an even layer.

5. Cook for 1-2 minutes until small air bubbles appear in the pancake then flip it over and cook for a further minute until golden. Repeat with the rest of the mixture, serving the pancakes as they are cooked or interleaving with baking paper and keeping warm in a low oven.

SAVOURY Cheese and bacon melts – add 2tsp dried Italian herbs to the pancake batter. Fill each cooked pancake with some grated Cheddar and 2 rashers crisply fried smoked bacon rashers. Fold over and pop in a hot oven for 10 mins until the cheese has melted.

Tuna parcels – place a spoonful of canned flaked tuna fish in the centre of each cooked pancake and top with some canned sweetcorn and chopped spring onion.

Fold the pancakes to make parcels and enclose the filling. Serve with sweet chilli sauce.

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CASTLE MEDICAL GROUP Flu Jabs

We are hearing of some particularly nasty strains of flu around this year and we want to remind all our “65’s and over” patients with Long Term Conditions that it’s not too late to book in for your flu jab. Ask at reception.

New Nurse Practitioners

Tanya Collins joined our practice in November and is already a valued member of our ever increasing team.

We are also delighted to welcome Emma McLeod to the practice this month.

Our nurse practitioners are trained specialist nurses.

They have undertaken additional medical education in order to provide advanced nursing care and to prescribe medication and can provide treatment and advice for many problems.

Patient Participation Group (PPG) Annual General Meeting (AGM)

All patients are invited to our PPG AGM which is taking place at 6pm on Wednesday 14th March at the health centre. The meeting is expected to last about half an hour.

For further information contact ashbyhealthcentreppg@gmail.com

Text messages

You may have noticed that we are using text messages more often to let you know when you have an appointment, remind you to make an appointment when you are due for review or other events hosted at the health centre that we feel may benefit you. To help us let you know of these appointments, events, etc. please make sure that we have your up-to-date mobile number.

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Following a recent re-fit and expansion of their Ashby showroom, Fabco have added an amazing selection of furniture from Duresta together with Fabco’s handpicked bespoke sofa & chair collection.

There’s wonderful occasional furniture, and a massive choice of soft and home furnishings. Amazing cushions from Maison Voyage, patterned throws, and a mirror collection to die for, plus the areas largest quality bed and mattress display. It’s well worth a visit…….

Quirky ornamental items add that bit of style, and there’s a great selection of side and coffee tables on which to display them……

There’s an all-new lighting collection, with styles and ranges from one of the UK’s largest ‘quality’ suppliers, and a special introductory discount when you mention this advert!

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MONEY MATTERS

Payroll

An on-going struggle?

Whether you’re a small business or a larger business, administering payroll can be a timeconsuming and complex process.

Historically, payroll has been perceived as a data-processing function. However, due to the ever-changing complexities of taxation, pensions auto-enrolment, employment and data protection legislation, payroll has evolved into much more and has become an integral function of many businesses.

As a business owner, keeping up to date and compliant can prove increasingly difficult for employers. The last 12 months alone has seen the introduction of the Apprenticeship Levy, increases in the National Minimum Wage (NMW), National Living Wage (NLW) and changes to the salary sacrifice scheme introduced in the latest budget.

The main benefits of an outsourced payroll function include: 1. Staff cover – mitigates issues when payroll staff are on annual leave or off work due to illness, as the payroll function will operate regardless when outsourced.

2. Experienced and well-trained staff – mitigates the requirement to train staff and keep up-todate with legislative changes, employment taxes and so on.

3. Free-up time – for many small businesses in particular, outsourcing the payroll function will free-up staff time to focus on other aspects of the business.

4. Cost savings – maintaining payroll software and ensuring staff are appropriately trained can be costly and is an on-going investment in order to keep up-to-date. Outsourcing payroll eliminates this burden and can reduce overall costs.

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If you have any questions about this article or would like to know more about out-sourcing your payroll, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Lisa Emery on 01530 416688 or email lisa.emery@baldwinandco.co.uk particular failure to pay staff the NMW and NLW. Outsourcing payroll eliminates the risk of penalties being imposed.

6. Avoid technology headaches – payroll software is required to be updated on a regular basis and failure to do so could result in incorrect deductions being taken from employees and inaccurate information submitted to HM Revenue & Customs.

An outsourced payroll function can also provide additional services including Construction Industry Scheme compliance, auto-enrolment administration, dealing with HM Revenue & Customs enquiries, systems training and other advisory services.

Ever considered outsourcing your Payroll function?

Baldwins keep up to date with the latest changes so that you don’t have to.

We can help you with: • Taxation

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ASHBY CHRISTADELPHIAN CHURCH

It’s all about Love For years I remember checking the post on the 14th February for any cards someone might have sent me. Then one glorious day I actually received a card. Frustratingly it was anonymously signed with a question mark. I’m still none the wiser!

It is strange looking back how self-possessed such hopes were, yet as we grow so does our capacity to love. From the child who says “I love you” because they are kept warm, safe and fed, to the adult who tells the young child they love them despite being kept awake all night. As we mature our love becomes more giving and more inclusive.

In the end love is about giving. What will we give to those we love? I gave a kidney to one of my children. When the doctor said I had a 1 in 9000 chance of dying in the operation it seemed a cheap price to pay to save a life. Jesus said “Greater

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love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” This was an incredible and immeasurable self-giving love for other people – Jesus putting himself last, not first, to save others; and God loving us so much that he allowed it to happen.

So there’s one thing I am certain, unlike the teenager hoping for a card on Valentine’s day, I know that God does love me. He loves me with an unrelenting love that He extends to all – what’s more it’s a love that’s not anonymous!

Useful Bible passage to look up: John ch15 vs12-14 Editorial by Ashby Christadelphian Church, Union Passage, Ashby. www.ashbychurch.co.uk

A great place to meet up with friends and family

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

Please check website for individual opening times. Telephone 01332 864863.

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“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.

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A WALK IN THE FOREST suppplied by Liz Roberts

Exploring

Charnwood Noon Column

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Within the National Forest there W are 6 Noon Columns - each is carved from English Oak to reflect c the character of the landscape in which it sits. Over the next few f months we will be visiting 6 different areas of the National Forest to take a short stroll around the t site of each of the columns.

We start with the Charnwood Noon No Column which is situated within Billa B Barra Nature Reserve, close to the A511 ithi Bill N t at Markfield. I loved the e smooth lines of this Noon Column and the small section of dry stone wall which has been built beside de it. Billa Barra Nature Reserve is a quiet spot with a mix of open grassland, young woodland and a wonderful er old copse of trees on top of the hill. Our loop goes up the hill, where you can explore the rocky outcrops, ou p , before heading down and circling the nature reserve.

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This short walk takes about 30 minutes. It starts at the small car park off Billa Barra Lane reached by turning off the A511 towards Stanton n Under Bardon (just after Redgate Animal Sanctuary and then first left into Billa Barra Lane). The postcode for Sat Nav users is LE67 9PD. Take the obvious path on the left of the car park which leads past a signboard, down a sh short path, and out to the open hillside where you will see the Noon Column (1). Walk past the column and up the lu hill heading towards a bench on the hillside. As you near the bench bear left and follow lo the grassy path up to a wooden kissing gate (2)) leading into the copse of trees. You need to tu turn immediately left after this gate, but before you do so you may like to spend a few minutes exploring the hilltop (3). o

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Follow a very narrow path that t runs downhill beside quite it a steep dip. Pass by a small m wooden gate on your left le keeping straight on to o reach a second gate. Go through this gate into an area of g grassland - you will see a green metal gate on your left. Tu Turn right and d ffollow ll th the path across the grass a as it bears left to reach a gateway leading g out onto the lane. Don’t go through this gateway ew - instead turn right, walk fo or a few yards, then go through a wooden kissing n gaate on your left ft that leads into young woodland.

A wide ride takes you through the woodland, slowly o arccing round to the right (you will soon hear/see the A511 off to your left). When you see a wo ooden gate on your rright bear left so that you stay within h the woodlaand (don’t go through the gate) - thiss path will take you around to a second narrrower pa d through the gate and turn left to cross gate. Go th bridge (4). After crossing the bridge a wooden w e urn right tu ht to head back up the hillside on a grassy ra paath, gradually bearing left, to reach anotherr wooden w en kissing gate on the brow of the hill. Go hrough th g this (you can now see the noon column below b w you) and turn left to go through another th gate g e leading onto a wide grassy ride. Follow this ride g back d downhill (5). After a straight section it bends around to the rightt and then ends at a stile after which c emerges behind the grassy bank n at the far right hand end of the e car park.

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in the Walks for all Forest Heart of the

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QUIZ

Nicknames 1.

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On which TV show might you come across people nicknamed the Beast, the Governess, the Dark Destroyer, the Sinnerman and the Vixen?

Taken from the small red flower he would draw on his messages, what is the nickname of the literary character of Sir Percy Blakeney?

In January 2009, it was revealed that Prince Charles referred to an Asian member of his polo club by what nickname - a nickname that a number of people deemed to be racist?

Qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in 2006, which national football team are nicknamed the Soca Warriors?

Completed in 2003, the London skyscraper called 30 St Mary Axe is commonly known by what foodrelated nickname?

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Which snooker player is nicknamed 00-147?

Gripper, Gonch and Zammo were all nicknames of characters in which BBC TV series?

In which district of London would you find Aorangi Terrace, a grassed banked area that has been known by a number of different nicknames in recent years?

10. Which blues musician was born McKinley

Morganfield in 1913, but took his stage name from a childhood nickname he got given due his habit of playing in a local creek?

Which 1997 film has a two-word title that is a nickname for the US government agency called the Justice Prisoner and Alien Transportation System?

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Have a great meal in the tea room – excellent food from breakfast to tea or sit and watch the ducks with a lovely tea or coffee and fabulous cake.

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IN YOUR GARDEN

Generation indoor gardening The cool and creative youngsters that are in the ‘Generation Rent’ club have found a hip new way of gardening. The lack of property ownership amongst the young hasn’t kept them from gardening – they are making it small scale, transportable and it’s indoors.

Ikea for example have designed sleek and minimal cultivators that don’t look out of place in the sleekest kitchens. Growing kits can include a sort of minimal tiered trolley or sideboard, with trays for pots, compost and seeds. The growing mediums are light and packed with nutrients. Some kits also include cultivation light to combat the short winter days.

A yearning for growing plants, a creative streak, a nurturing instinct, and an interest in nature - any of these has contributed to a new surge in sales of house plants, succulents, micro vegetables and even home-grown edible flowers for decorating cocktails and cakes.

A similar new trend is Aquascaping - this is planting aquariums (a wonderfully transportable garden!)

It is so popular that courses are available at garden centres. In bigger towns and cities, restaurants frequently have trendy displays of plants, cool

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ceramic jars or urban style steel containers, all artistically arranged on shelves or hooked onto steel trellis-covered walls.

Another surge in sales is for ‘Air Plants’ which are fascinating (they need no compost at all – just air) and are increasingly used to create a modern interior living wall. They can be suspended from wire or bark and these can be fixed with waterproof glue to create whatever pattern you fancy: symmetrical, asymmetrical, random – whatever. The light green foliage is stunning against a trendy dark blue or grey painted wall. The air plants are easy to care for and just need regularly misting with a fine spray.

As a central table arrangement in a sunny space, small succulents or cacti, arranged in a shallow bowl, will need only minimal maintenance, but look very interesting. One can easily make a unique and individual display. It is rather like the creation of a landscape in miniature.

There are so many positives to this new trendapart from being able to actively take care of plants without having to face the winter weather. Growing vegetables inside is a good way for children to learn about nature and be involved in growing food – even on rainy days. Young children will have a greater knowledge of how food is grown rather than it just appearing in supermarkets.

In many warmer European cities where most of the accommodation is in apartments, the residents cultivate a few essential herbs in window boxes. In the UK where it is colder, Basil, Parsley, Oregano, Chives and Thyme can be grown inside on a sunny windowsill if you water and mist the plants regularly.

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Beauty goodies to see you through the cold spell If your skin is feeling dry and tight at the moment, a sheet mask could be just the ticket. Look for one with hyaluronic acid, which helps skin to hold on to moisture and fight the signs of ageing.

The skin689 Bio-Cellulose Hyaluron Face Mask contains hyaluronic acid, along with coconut extract and an amino acid complex to nourish skin. As with all sheet masks, it’s a little fiddly to use, but feels lovely and refreshing when it’s on and the end results are definitely worth it. Softer, more hydrated skin, in just 20 minutes.

And at £5.90, it’s an affordable weekend treat. See www.skin689.com.

An American skincare brand has released the world’s first vegan, plant-based topical collagen formula. Algenist’s serum is designed to replace lost collagen and contains Omega-rich microalgae oil. As with many things, there’s no long-term gain without short-term pain. In my case this meant that I had to contend with several large pimples breaking out in the first few days of using the serum. However, my skin soon got used to it, and did look plumper, smoother and much more refreshed after just a couple of weeks. All in all, I’m impressed. Genius Liquid Collagen is available from www.SpaceNK. com for £90.

Central heating and icy winds don’t just wreak havoc on your skin - they can also leave your hair feeling dry and lacklustre. Faith in Nature’s Seaweed & Citrus Shampoo and Conditioner include natural extracts, such as wild harvested seaweed to ‘feed’ your hair with minerals and antioxidants. As with all Faith in Nature products, they’re free from parabens and harsh ingredients, so very gentle.

Suitable for all hair types, they leave your locks feeling healthier, smoother and shinier. £5.35 each from www.faithinnature.co.uk Sore, cracked hands can be a real pain over the colder months.

Unfortunately, some hand creams can actually make the situation worse, particularly if they contain artificial perfumes. Dermalex is a specialist skincare range aimed at sufferers of conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and rosacea. The Hand Irritation Cream can help with dry, cracked skin, itching and other signs of irritation. You’ll also want to look for a gentler hand wash or soap that doesn’t contain sodium lauryl sulphate, which can dry your skin and aggravate skin conditions. From £12.99, www.dermalex.co.uk.

It may be cold outside, but it won’t be long before it’s time to pack the winter woollies away for a few months. If you’ve been neglecting your nails under warm gloves, now’s the time to treat them to some TLC. Nails Inc Superfood NailKale Base Coat is enriched with kale, aloe vera, lemon, ginseng, pomegranate and grape extracts to nourish and strengthen your nails. Use it on its own for a glossy nude finish, or as a base coat for your favourite coloured polish. £15, www.nailsinc.com.

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JUNE 4.06 Bournemouth & Exbury Gardens & Railway (5 days) £405 £385

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13.07 July Liverpool & the Terracotta Warriors (2 days)

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9.06 London: Trooping the Colour (3 days)

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14.07 St Agnes Cornwall’s Coast & the Bodmin Railway (6 days) £475

11.06 Guernsey & the Isle of Sark (6 days)

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16.07 July Exmouth, Seaton Tramway & Cruise (5 days)

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16.07 Norfolk Gardens & the Lavender Harvest (4 days) £339

4.06 Golden Age of Railways, Canals & Rivers (5 days) 4.06 Skegness & the Lincolnshire Coast (5 days)

11.06 Whitby & River Tees Cruise (5 days)

18.06 Llanddudno, Snowdonia & Chester Cruise (5 days) £379

22.07 July Liverpool & the Terracotta Warriors (2 days)

19.06 Settle to Carlisle, the Lakes and Hadrian’s Wall (5 days) £379

23.07 Chartwell, Churchill & Chatham Historic Dockyard (5 days) £455

20.06 Ladies Day at Royal Ascot (2 days)

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25.06 Cardigan Bay & Aberglassney House & Gardens (5 days) £365

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4.08 Scarborough, Whitby & the Yorkshire Moors Railway (2 days) £159

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2.07 Weymouth & the Swanage Railway (5 days)

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10.08 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Rail & Steam (4 days) £389

8.07 Bournemouth, Kingston Lacey & the New Forest (5 days) £365

12.08 Bournemouth, Athelhampton & the Isle of Wight (6 days) £545

9.07 Torquay Steaming through the English Riviera (5 days) £415

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SEPTEMBER 1.09 Buckingham Palace & Hampton Court Palace (2 days) £159 1.09 St Agnes, Cornish Coasts & Cruise (6 days)

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ASHBY LIBRARY NEWS ASHBY LIBRARY IS HAVING A BOOK & DVD SALE THIS MONTH. Starting on Saturday 3rd February the sale will run until the end of the month. Come along & grab yourself an ex-stock bargain! Prices start from just 25p!

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

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

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

4th Ashby Brownies & 2nd Ashby Rainbows meet at Ashby Library. Contact Sarah Grealy for more information – 01530 455973 This half term (10th Feb to 17th Feb), we’ll have a Craft Table out for our junior library members to enjoy! All materials are provided, just pop along & join in this free activity.

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

All are welcome to Ashby Library’s Colouring Club.

Come along to this session to relax & release your inner artist! The group meets every Tuesday 2pm – 3.30pm.

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

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Station Eleven Emily St. John Mandel

Harry Potter series JK Rowling, illustrated by Jim Kay

From Kirsten – child actor turned travelling thespian – to aspiring doctor Jeevan, the novel tells the individual stories of several people before, during and after a pandemic that wipes out most of the population. Gripping, beautiful and all too plausible, Station Eleven is a must for fans of Margaret Atwood, Erin Morgenstern and Suzanne Collins.

There can’t be many people who haven’t heard of the boy wizard by now. If you’re a fan, you might want to consider upgrading your paperbacks for the hardbacks illustrated by Jim Kay. Kay’s illustrations are superb and incredibly detailed. Prefer e-readers? Check out the Kindle in Motion editions, which animate parts of the illustrations, so you can watch Harry fly through the air in hot pursuit of the golden snitch while you’re reading.

The Mysterious Affair at Styles Agatha Christie

The Crow Road Iain Banks The Crow Road covers some pretty big themes – love, death, religion, drugs and fractured families being just a few of them. Prentice McHoan returns home for his grandmother’s funeral and soon gets drawn into trying to solve the mystery of his Uncle Rory’s disappearance. It’s a dark, intense novel and far from an easy read, but the wit and sheer beauty of the writing could well make it one of your all-time favourites.

Why Mummy Drinks Gill Sims Gill Sims is the author of a hugely successful Facebook blog – Peter and Jane’s Mummy. Why Mummy Drinks was released last autumn and quickly became a bestseller.

Written in diary format, it tells the story of Ellen, a 39 year old mum of two, who’s trying to balance work and children, while navigating playground politics, irritating in-laws and an ex-boyfriend. The ensuing drama is extremely funny and very relatable if you’re a parent who isn’t quite ready to hang up her dancing shoes.

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If last year’s hit film Murder on the Orient Express has tempted you to dip into the works of Agatha Christie, why not start with her very first novel? Published in 1920 and set during World War I, it introduces readers to the brilliant mind of Belgian refugee Hercule Poirot. The murder of a woman has everyone pointing the finger at one man. It’s down to Poirot to find out the real culprit before it’s too late. While The Mysterious Affair at Styles is not considered Christie’s finest work, there are still plenty of twists and turns to keep you hooked.

Cuckoo Song Frances Hardinge Cuckoo Song was first published in 2014, the year before Frances Hardinge’s Costa Award-winning novel The Lie Tree. Eleven year old Triss wakes up from an accident to find things aren’t as they were.

She can’t satisfy her immense hunger for a start; her sister is terrified of her; and even her dolls have turned against her. Is she going mad, or is the truth even more terrifying? A thoroughly enjoyable, fantastical read, Cuckoo Song is sure to prove a hit with fans of Neil Gaiman and Angela Carter.

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Caring For an Older Dog When your dog ages, it begins to slow down and generally puts on weight. It may struggle with arthritis, making it difficult to move around with ease, particularly during the colder months.

So what can you do to alleviate the symptoms of old age for your dog? Here are a few ideas that could put the spring back in their step.

Glucosamine and chondroitin Glucosamine and chondroitin supplements can aid movement by protecting your dog’s cartilage, lubricating their joints, and easing the pain of arthritis. It may take a while to get into their system, so it needs to be taken regularly. Individual needs vary, however, so speak to your vet, as they’ll be able to tell you the recommended dosage for your pet.

Check their diet A dog’s nutritional needs change as they age, and you may find that as they become less active, the requirement for protein reduces. If your dog doesn’t want to eat one large meal a day, you could try offering them two or three smaller meals – this

might ease their digestion, and make them more comfortable at night.

Keep exercising Even though they’re slowing down, it’s important to exercise regularly. This may mean having shorter, more frequent walks, rather than one long outing every day. Your pet will benefit from the fresh air and exercise, whatever the distance you walk.

Caring for an older dog isn’t difficult.

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HOME & INTERIORS

Spring clean with style Sweep, brush, wash and scrub. When spring sunlight shows up the corners of your home that need attention, it’s time to pop on your pinny and get to work.

And cleaning is so much more enjoyable when the tools you use are both efficient and good-looking.

Tips for efficient cleaning

a proper fresh start, begin by tidying all the • For mess that has built up over the last year. Sort

Get your cleaning kit in order: drawers, shelves and hooks will all help.

Collection of laundry and utility items, all Garden Trading.

it out into piles of rubbish, things to give away, stuff that needs mending and everything else that needs to find a rightful home. Ta da! You have created much more space in your home and plenty of room to get cleaning.

Robust, good looking and comfortable in the hand, this brush could be used for virtually anything.

Scrubbing brush, £8, Finch & Crane.

Be prepared. Work out what jobs you are • going to tackle, wear appropriate clothing

and gather together all the necessary tools and products. A spacious caddy will come in very handy.

tasks into five key areas: vacuuming, • Divide dusting, mopping/scrubbing, washing and

wiping, and polishing. Don’t forget specific jobs such as turning mattresses, spot-cleaning upholstery, cleaning the oven, defrosting the fridge, descaling the shower head and beating rugs. You may also get super-organised and add in those less frequent tasks such as steam-cleaning the carpets or having the chimney swept.

With a warm, inviting and natural scent, this polish is made by a beekeeper in the Cotswold Hills. The cream formula helps to clean and nourish wooden furniture and floors, and is great for cleaning leather, too.

Cotswold beeswax polish, £12, Cottage in the Hills.

basic principles of cleaning should • Your be to work from top to bottom and tackle dry chores before wet ones.

Decide whether to do one room at a time or one task at a time throughout the whole house. Put some music on and enjoy the process – your home will be gleaming before you know it.

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Made from cotton and cellulose, these cloths are washable and re-usable, and then 100% biodegradable. Jangneus green spot dishcloth, £3, Berry Red.

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Infinite by Forever targets ageing from the inside out and the outside in with revolutionary formulas designed to tone and firm the skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and supplement inner skin beauty support with vitamin C which contributes to normal skin collagen formation for the normal function of skin.

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The Sewing Workshop

• Alterations • Repairs • Re-Modelling • Invisible Darning to Clothing and Soft Furnishings

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MR. JONES PLANS TO WIN LOTTERY TO SECURE FAMILY’S FINANCIAL FUTURE. Mr. Jones commented ‘I want a boat, a holiday home, plenty of cash and some things I haven’t even thought of yet! But, I’m confident

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LIFE BEGINS

Don’t leave your clutter to the kids!

If you have children, you’ve probably thought about what you might leave them when you die. Maybe your home, if you are lucky enough to own a property? Some money? Or perhaps there are much-loved family heirlooms that you’ve planned to share out between them?

Most of us are happy to make a will, setting out how we will dispose of these assets, but not enough of us stop to consider what will happen to

the rest of our possessions: the bits and pieces we accumulate throughout our lives. Every item, including furniture, clothes, ornaments, framed pictures,

souvenirs, books and papers – not to mention boxes of stuff that you’ve been meaning to sort out for years – will need to be picked over and subsequently sold, given away or discarded.

Almost inevitably it will be your children who are left to scale this mountain of possessions. As well as organising your funeral and dealing with all the legal and administrative tasks that accompany a death, they will have to spend hours at your property, emptying the contents of cupboards and drawers into black plastic sacks.

Whose responsibility is it anyway?

When a person dies, a grant of probate is needed for the executor of the will to act on important financial matters, but there is no official framework in place to handle the disposal of household items and possessions – legally known as ‘chattels’ or ‘fittings’. While chattels may have little monetary value, they can nevertheless hold great significance for family members on an emotional level. If two or more family members can’t agree what to do with mum or dad’s possessions, it may lead to arguments and even to the break up of relationships.

How can I cut my clutter?

While it’s unreasonable to expect older people to clear out possessions that they still need and value, over time we all accumulate items that we seldom use, or even look at. If that applies to you, start by working systematically through cup116

boards and drawers, making three piles – things you want to keep, things you can recycle or give to a charity shop, and items you can throw away.

Check through your clothes, eliminating anything that hasn’t been worn in the past two years: if you haven’t put it on within that period of time, it’s unlikely you’ll ever wear it again.

Do an audit of your furniture. Once you’ve managed to sort through your possessions, you may find that some cupboards and drawers are now half empty. If so, think about combining your remaining possessions in one place so you can eliminate at least one piece of furniture.

One way to avoid arguments after your death is to call the family together to discuss how they would like to divide up the pieces that they value.

You don’t have to give those things away now – just agree who will receive each item, encouraging family members to take a photo of the pieces they will take when the time comes.

As you grow older you may need mobility aids to get around, so you’ll be glad of the extra space you have created through your de-cluttering efforts. You can also be reassured that by taking time to sort through your possessions now, you’ll be saving your family a lot of time, effort and heartache in future.

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HEALTH

How to get a Good Night’s Sleep A poor night’s sleep might seem like just an inconvenience. But research has shown that insufficient or poor-quality sleep can contribute to serious health problems, including: • Weight gain and obesity • Weakened immunity.

• Increased risk of diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease, heart attack and stroke.

• Reduced fertility and libido.

• Reduced memory, concentration and reaction times.

• Increased risk of depression, anxiety, paranoia, hallucinations and psychotic episodes.

This means it’s vital that we all get enough good quality sleep, which usually means at least seven hours. However, it’s not always easy.

The Enemies of Sleep • Burning the candle at both ends, trying to fit in relaxation and domestic duties.

• Sleep disorders: night terrors, sleep walking, sleep talking, sleep paralysis, teeth grinding, restless limb syndrome and sleep apnoea.

• Needing the toilet • Pain e.g. from arthritis • An uncomfortable mattress or pillow.

• Menstruation (pain, heavy bleeding and hormonal changes that affect temperature and production of the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin).

• Snoring • Blue light • Smoking and alcohol • GORD (Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease) or LPR (laryngopharyngeal or ‘silent’ reflux, in which stomach acid can damage airways, causing asthmalike symptoms) Ten Tips to Help You Sleep: 1. Stop snoring. Maintaining a healthy weight can help. Try sleeping on your side, nasal strips, sprays or mandibular adjustment devices. If these don’t work, consult your doctor.

2. Don’t go to bed hungry - but don’t eat late.

Don’t eat less than two hours before bedtime.

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4. Look after your body and its clock. Our bodies need exercise and daylight during the day and a more relaxed, dim environment in the evening to trigger our body clock regulation hormones.

5. Avoid blue light two hours before bedtime.

Blue light, produced by modern TVs, tablets, computers and mobiles, interferes with melatonin production.

6. Declutter your brain. Try writing down your worries and to-do lists before bedtime. It can be therapeutic in itself, and relieves the stress of trying to remember everything.

7. Have a night-time routine. Choose relaxing activities like reading in the hour or two before bedtime.

8. Make your bedroom a haven. Avoid using your bedroom as a work space or dumping ground for clutter. Keep your bedroom well ventilated, not too hot or cold, and softly lit.

9. Don’t lie there worrying about not sleeping.

Instead, get up and do something relaxing, until you feel sleepy.

10. Finally, see your doctor if you have problems with hormonal changes, night time urination, mental health, GORD, LPR or pain. Your GP can investigate possible causes and recommend helpful treatments and lifestyle changes.

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CHESS PUZZLE

Thhe Cat The Caattaaasstr strop rophe phee Chess is about two things – life and death. So before the match starts, your nerves are like a shattered sheet of ice. You ask yourself ‘At the end of this, will I be dead or alive?’

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What move must White avoid?

Now if you have nerves of steel, join our club and play some matches. But first, you may want to check us out.

We meet on Thursdays at 7.30pm at Ashby Ivanhoe Social Club.

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Levenes Solicitors 60 Market Street Ashby de la Zouch LE65 1AN Phone for a chat about your claim on 07739 519222 or 01530 411756

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NEW funding available for SME’s in Leicestershire.

23rd February 8.00am Breakfast Event Stephenson College Guest Speaker Andrew Bridgen MP With an update on the National scene and how the ‘Midlands Engine’ can help grow the economy.

Guest Speaker - Lewis Stringer from The British Business Bank With information on NEW funding available for SME’s in Leicestershire to help the ‘Midlands Engine’ thrive.

Where: Stephenson College - Coalville When: 7:45am - Bacon Cobs / Tea / Coffee will be served with the event starting at around 8.15am and should conclude by 9.45am.

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