Rothley Post (131) Jul/Aug 2018

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Post Office raided ROBBERS LEFT a burnt out getaway car on Meadow Lane in Birstall after fleeing from Rothley Post Office where they had stolen cash after threatening staff.

The robbery happened at 8.30am on Monday April 30 when two men entered the post office and convenience store on Woodgate, Rothley.

They threatened the member of staff who was not injured and left with a quantity of cash in the car that was later found at the bottom of Meadow Lane, in the country park car park.

Anyone with any information is asked to call the police on 101 and quote incident 582 of April 30.

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Pic: Rothley Scouts at the Charnwood Camp

During the weekend the Scouts took part in a wide range of activities including go-karts, grass sledging and caving.

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Parish Council notes THE ANNUAL meeting of Rothley Parish Council was held on May 21.

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Cllr Percy Hartshorn was elected as chairman for the ensuing year and Cllr Roger Gross vice-chairman.

There is a problem with parking on the grass verge near the Town Green Street play area with cars causing an obstruction. The County Council have given permission for the council to propose a solution which could be the installation of a grass protection strip or the erection of bollards. It was agreed to investigate costs and to consult residents before any action is taken.

A complaint has been received about the condition of the bollards on Town Green Street. It was agreed to inspect the site to see what work needs doing.

Following a request from a member of the public, it was agreed to investigate the best locations for new dog waste bins.

It was agreed that no meeting be held in July.

It was reported that the disabled and ladies toilet in the Rothley Centre will be refurbished.

THURCASTON & CROPSTON Parish Council held its annual parish meeting on April 19.

Chairman Mark Charles reported that over the previous year the parish council had installed a flashing stop sign on Cropston Road, Cropston and that speed sign data had been collected and passed to the police. Average speed is reducing. There will be another community speedwatch in Cropston. A regular police beat surgery is being held at the Memorial Hall.

Work to extend the cemetery continues and the parish council continues to look after Cropston Pinfold.

The council continues to support local groups with grants – the gardening club, Good Neighbour Scheme and local history society. Local groups receive reduced rates for hall hire.

The Memorial Hall is fully booked and is a community asset with regular bookings. A defibrillator has been installed in Cropston.

A full meeting of Thurcaston & Cropston Parish Council followed the annual meeting.

It was agreed to donate £250 to Cropston Cricket Club towards the cost of a £1000 defibrillator at the club’s clubhouse.

It was agreed to have rubber tyre wheels fitted to the Memorial Hall piano to prevent further damage to the hall floor.

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riding, spinning plates, juggling and tightrope walking.

The Cubs also went on a trip to a pirate themed crazy golf course where they played 18 holes on miniature islands crossing bridges and even going on a raft to get to one hole! Cubs also tried more traditional activities including how to light a fire.

While the Cubs were having all this fun the Scouts were in Nottingham City centre taking part in a treasure hunt on the trams, going from stop to stop trying to solve riddles and snap photos of the answers. They also engaged with the local community with some Scouts getting snapped taking part in a city street dance and another group having a photo with a couple who had just got married!

Back at the campsite all the young people took part in a great challenge - dressing up the leaders. They had to go around the site and find the parts of the clown costume then dress up the leaders as the best clown they could. Once suitably dressed, all the Scouts and leaders gathered for a campfire where they sang campfires and judged the best dressed clown.

Spokesman Paul Smith said: “Before we left camp on the final day many camp awards were presented and Rothley won four of them! The won the top score on the tram treasure hunt, top fire lighting skills, the best camp gateway and Leader Tim won a very special award – Banana Man! If you want to know what the Banana Man award is you will need to pop down to Rothley Scouts and find out.”

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Charity cycle ride

Event reveals life in the workhouse A MIDSUMMER heritage day at Rothley Parish Church in June gave visitors a glimpse of what life was like in the Victorian workhouse.

‘Echoes from the Workhouse’ is an exhibition, launched in May at Rothley cemetery chapel, that features a 12 panel diorama telling the story of how the relief of poverty has been managed from 1601 to 1930. Visitors heard the imagined voices of workhouse paupers in 40 short video clips, saw the new see-through model of the workhouse and had the option to try the workhouse chore of oakum picking.

A workhouse master and matron were on hand to ensure good behaviour.

At the other end of the church the Rothley Handbell Ringers performed with their new set of bells. For those unfamiliar with the church building itself, the oldest building in Rothley, there was a chance to follow the stunning 360 Pics (taken at the launch event in May): Marion Vincent in period dress, picking oakum & (bottom) Terry Sheppard dressed as the workhouse master

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deg virtual tour on their smart phone or tablet.

In the Old School Rooms next door cream teas were served.

CYCLISTS USED their pedal power for a good cause at the Charnwood Forest Cycle Ride in May. The event was raising money for Rothley based charity Alex’s Wish and saw cyclists setting off on Pics: (top) Cyclists depart from the Rothley Centre & enjoy a ride through Charnwood Forest

a 10,20, or 50 mile route before returning to the Rothley Centre for a well earned bacon buttie and their finishers’ medal.

Emma Hallam from Alex’s Wish said: “We were so lucky again with the weather this year at our Charnwood Forest Cycle Ride and thank you to everyone who came along and supported the event. We raised a fantastic £7,500!”

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Rothley bakery proves honesty pays

A SELF-SERVICE bakery that depends on the honesty of its customers has opened in Rothley.

The Honest Baker is the brainchild of local businessman Gavin Taylor, who runs Gavin Taylor Hair on Fowke Street.

The bakery is at the rear of the salon.

“I’m a foodie, food is a passion, and I can’t get this sort of thing anywhere” he said, standing inside his shop and gesturing towards an array of breads, tarts, scones and savouries.

There is no sales assistant or cash register in sight, because the store relies on the honesty of its patrons to pay before

leaving.

“It’s a social experiment” says Gavin. “I wanted to prove people wrong, like my mum who said people would just steal the bread. No – that’s not right, most people are honest”.

Having been open for three months now, Gavin’s faith in the honesty of his customers has been

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A ROTHLEY entrepreneur has been nominated for an award.

Liz Robson, director of Rothley Wine Ltd is a finalist in Creative Oceanic’s English Women’s Awards 2018.

It aims to celebrate the achievements of women in the private, public and voluntary sectors.

Liz started an award winning vineyard and wine making business at her home on Westfield Lane, Rothley. She said: “I was both pleased and astonished to find I had been nominated, and I still have no idea who was so kind to have nominated my company which makes wine on an artisan basis.

This is a one-woman operation with sterling help from volunteers, so I never expected to be included in a regional business award. The grapes are grown on the small vineyard and the still wine made on site in the boutique winery. I am looking forward to attending the event, not only for a rare night off, but to bring Leicestershire wine to the attention of a wider audience.”

Pic: Liz Robson in her vineyard

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proved right. Customers register with their personal details and are given an access code to open the locked front door of the shop. They then choose their items from the shelves, tap their choice into a tablet computer and swipe their payment to pay – cash is not accepted.

The fresh handmade artisan bread, cakes and savouries are supplied by the award winning Hambleton Bakery.

“What I like about it is it’s a self sustaining business model and we are looking to grow” says Gavin, who is in discussions with a local beekeeper about supplying honey for the shop. He is also looking at how the shop might sell milk and butter, eggs and jam.

To register and get the access code for the shop, call in at the Fowke Street salon for a registration form.

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Garden party A GARDEN party in Cropston raised ÂŁ1400.

It was organised by Sarah Hopwood and Rachel Draper, who are fundraising for three cancer charities.

Later this year the pair will be joining a group of women to cycle through rural Rajasthan in India over five days, cycling up to 60 miles a day.

Visitors to the garden party enjoyed cakes, a BBQ, stalls and games and

were able to sample a selection of craft gins from the Tin and Tonic mobile gin bar.

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Pic (right): Rachel Draper and Sarah Hopwood at the Tin & Tonic bar; (above) Matthew Leech with his son Jett (2)

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Rothley 10k’s record breaking numbers

TEACHER MICHAEL Coltherd proved a class above as he swept to victory on a recordbreaking night for the Mattioli Woods Rothley 10k road race.

Simon Allen, of Owls Athletic Club, Leicester, was third in 35.29. Amber Lester was the first woman to cross the line, in a time of 37.40.

Michael, number 2023 on the night, only entered the race the previous day as he looks to make his way back into running after a 10-year break.

The 35-year-old, who lives in Barrow on Soar, said: “It’s my first time here. The course was quite hilly and testing in parts, but the atmosphere was

Pic: (below) winners Michael Coltherd & Amber Lester

electric. It’s been a brilliant night”.

Ian Mattioli MBE, chief executive officer and co-founder of Mattioli Woods plc, took part alongside wife Clare.

He said: “It was a brilliant event. There was a great spirit among the runners. They were talking, chatting and, most of all, encouraging each other to get to the finish line.

“As a company which started out in Leicester, we’re extremely proud to be the race’s main sponsor. We pay for the event, but because so many other very generous sponsors and associate sponsors have got involved it now means all entry fees go directly to charity – that’s a fantastic achievement”.

Organisations to benefit include Rainbows, LOROS, the county air ambulance service, Age UK, Eye Camps and RLNI.

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He came home in a winning time of 32.59, ahead of the largest ever field of runners in the 33-year history of the annual charity event.

In humid conditions, nearly 1,300 competitors completed the challenging course – easily surpassing the previous highest total of 780 set just 12 months ago.

Hard-working officials of the Rothley and Soar Valley Lions, who again put on the race, estimate it to have raised up to £25,000 for local charities – another record set on the night.

“It’s amazing how the event has gone from strength to strength, but particularly so since Mattioli Woods became our headline sponsor,” said joint race manager Colin Favell.

“This year, the company’s promotion of the race was hugely effective. The decision to get Leicester Tigers involved in the publicity was a masterstroke”.

Barrow (on Soar) Runners member Michael Coltherd finished 24 seconds ahead of second-placed Kevin Farrow, of Derby Athletic Club.

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Caring support Every day, another 6,000 people take on a caring responsibility and, by 2037, it's anticipated that the number of carers in the UK will increase to 9 million. To coincide with Carers Week 2018, Independent Age, the older people’s charity, has launched a new, free advice guide to help people identify as carers, and access the practical, financial and emotional support available to them.

The guide, called ‘Caring for someone: How to get the support you need’, is suitable for anyone who might be a carer. It explains carers rights, and the benefits, services and support available to help look after someone else. It also looks at what happens when a caring role ends.

Caring can be a positive experience but can also be emotionally and physically challenging. Many older carers have long-term health problems or a disability themselves. ‘Caring for someone’ contains information and advice for everyone, regardless of how much care they provide, including how to apply for a carer’s assessment, which can assess the impact of a caring role on your wellbeing.

‘Caring for someone’ is free to order and download from www.independentage.org/caring-forsomeone, or can be ordered for free by calling 0800 319 6789.

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The Creative Writing Course at Rothley Community Library is holding a taster session for newcomers on Saturday 7 July, from 2-4.30pm. Local writer and editor Maxine Linnell will be running the session. You’ll be able to try out writing exercises and meet other interested people. And it’s free.

You can enrol at https://enrolonline.wea.org.uk/O nline/CourseSearchResults.aspx, pick up a flyer at the library or phone 01509 268636. The next seven-week course begins on Wednesday October 3, from 9.4511.45am

A musical comedy.

Soar Valley Music Centre, a music charity based in Belgrave, are pleased to announce that tickets have now gone on sale for their annual musical theatre production.

This year’s show is ‘Honk! A musical comedy’ which is based on the well-known story of the Ugly Duckling. Produced and performed by staff and students and with a live orchestra, the heart-warming, ‘quacking’ show will be fun for all the family and you are sure to go home singing along to its catchy tunes.

Performances are at the Cedars Academy, Wanlip Lane, Birstall on Saturday 14th July at 7pm and Sunday 15th July at 1.30pm.

Advance tickets are available from SVMC on 0116 266 4153 and cost £11 for adults, accompanied children under 12s are £8.50 Soar Valley Music Centre

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There are 3 different courses available this year: Monday 23rd July - Friday 27th July: ‘Music is Fun’ Week. For children aged 6-12. Come along and find out more about traditional orchestral instruments, compose your own music, learn to play an instrument and arrange a concert for your family and friends.

Monday 30th July - Friday 3rd August – Techno, Rock & Pop Week.

Aimed at 9-14 year olds, this week will teach children about the music industry. They can learn to play a band instrument, produce and record, and put on a gig for family and friends.

Monday 6th August – Friday 10th August – Musical Theatre Week.

Aimed at 8 – 16 year olds, this week will focus on singing, acting, dancing and general stage craft.

The week will culminate with an informal performance for family and friends.

All the courses run from 10am – 3pm daily (although children can be dropped off from 9am) and take place at Soar Valley Music Centre’s base in Belgrave. Children will need to bring drinks, snacks and a packed lunch. Each week costs £75 per child per week (£60 per child per week where 3 or more siblings enrol.)

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Summer Fair in the grounds of 34 The Ridgeway, Rothley LE7 7LE Sunday August 5th, 11am to 3pm.

Browse through the bric a brac, arts and crafts, and mystery box stalls, try your luck at raffle and tombola, buy a burger, or just relax with your tea and cakes while listening to jazz from the Hiss and Boo band. Entrance £3, children free. Bring the family for a fun day out. All proceeds to charity

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Palmer-Tomkinson Centre at Cedars Academy, Wanlip Lane, to watch talented professional artist Christine Adams giving a demonstration on how to paint flowers using watercolours. Newcomers and visitors most welcome. Refreshments available at the interval. Demonstration ends at 9pm.

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Coffee Morning

Little Bird SOS, is a non-profit making organisation, proving arts and crafts workshops for health and wellbeing.

To support our workshops and develop more opportunities for people in our community, we are holding a coffee morning on Saturday 21st July in the Birstall Methodist Church Coffee Shop between 10am and 12 noon.

There will be a raffle, cakes and handmade crafts for sale.

Please come and support us

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Citizens Advice Charnwood are a small local charity offering free legal advice to anyone who needs it.

We are currently looking to recruit trainee advisers. Our training programme is designed to train people without any previous experience.

Join our team of volunteers to gain new skills, increase your knowledge and help others.

For further information please see our website www.charnwoodcab.org.uk/volunt eers or contact training@charnwoodcab.co.uk Citizens Advice Charnwood, Woodgate Chambers, 70 Woodgate, Loughborough, LE11 2TZ

News from Rothley LGO library rules on complaint

Summer Reading Challenge This popular scheme for children under 12 will run from Sat July 7 until first weekend in September and will be called Mischief Makers, inspired by the much-loved iconic children's title Beano, which celebrates its 80th anniversary.

day 7th & Friday 17th August. Sessions 9.30am to 10.30am Chess Club Thursdays 12, 19, 26 July 2.00pm – 5.00pm; Thursdays 9, 16, 23, 30 August 2pm – 5pm Book group Wednesday 11th July at 7pm Queenie Hennessy by Rachel Joyce Wednesday 8th August at 7pm Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng Computer Support Thursday 5th July & 2nd August Children will explore a map of Beano- 10am till noon. For an appointment a town to find the mysterious buried treas- booking is required. Please call 0116 2237371 ure and become ultimate mischief WEA Courses makers! Dennis, Gnasher and friends FREE Creative Writing taster session all will help them solve clues and collect adults welcome.. Saturday 7th July 2pm – stickers, having lots of fun 4.30pm at the Library and adventures along the Enrol via 01509 268636 or e mail way.

LVan_ristell@wea.org.uk There will be a Autumn classes: enrolment now open special Saturday for the following courses: morning launch on Practical Art: Chasing the Dream: Mons Saturday July 7 from 1pm – 3pm (Rothley Centre) 10am till 1pm with History: Musicals Strife, Low Life and cookies and milk High Society: Tues 10am – 11.30 (Rothshakes for all those ley Centre) who turn up.

Art Appreciation: A New Era- 20th A range of Saturday Century British Artists: Weds 7.15pm – morning activities will also be held 9.15pm (Rothley Centre) throughout July & August including quizCreative Writing: Weds 9.45am – zes, craft activities and having your pho11.45am ( Library) to taken as Dennis the Menace or Enrol by phone 0300 303 3464 or Minnie the Minx characters online via the website wea.org.uk Film Club Throughout July August & September the Film Club will be having a break but the dates for October 2018 to March 2019 are as follows (all Fridays 2pm at Established 25 years the Rothley Centre) DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL 19th October; 16th November; 21st BURGLAR ALARMS December; 18th January; 15th February; CCTV • Access Control • Fire Alarms 15th March Data Cabling • Nurse Call Systems Films will be announced in SeptemUKAS Accredited • SSAIB Approved Installer ber but will include the following 2018 releases Please Phone for a The Post ; Journey’s End; The NO OBLIGATION QUOTE Guernsey Literary & Potato Pie Society; ALL WORK GUARANTEED & CERTIFIED Film Stars Don’t Die in Liverpool 375 Loughborough Rd, Birstall Under 5’s sessions 0116 267 3737 Tuesday 3rd & Friday 20th July ; TuesMob: 0785 066 2323

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A COMPLAINT about the way Charnwood Borough Council consulted the public about a parish boundary charge has been rejected by the Local Government Ombudsman (LGO).

Mr Jayesh Keshav of Rothley lodged the complaint – he felt there was a flawed consultation into the Council’s Community Governance Review which was recommending that the West Cross Lane development be transferred from the parish of Rothley to the parish of Mountsorrel.

Councillors voted in favour of the boundary change, widely opposed by local residents, and it will come into effect in 2019.

The LGO decided not to uphold Mr Keshav’s complaint, saying there is no compulsory way in which the council must consult residents. It also said Charnwood did not ignore the views of the community, organising an extra meeting to consider a petition and comments made by residents and Rothley Parish Council.

Parish Councillor Steve Mitchell, who supported Mr Keshav’s objection, said: “So, basically the legislation is allowing councils, in this case Charnwood to take minimal, inadequate and ineffective methods of communication to put in place an action which deeply affects people’s lives. All it would have taken was for an employee of Charnwood Borough Council to take a 20 minute round trip to put up a simple poster in the area which would have informed residents before any decision was taken. Thereafter Charnwood Borough Council seemed determined to be dogmatic and inflexible and stick to their original decision come what may despite massive local opposition. This is an example of appalling government.”

Grass DUE TO a very wet April and high temperatures in May, the cutting of grass verges has been disrupted and the cuts have in some cases been delayed.

A spokesman for Rothley Parish Council said: “We are grateful to the contractor who has been using staff to work every Sunday and bank holidays during this period.

“Please note that the Parish Council are not responsible for spraying of weeds growing from kerbs.

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Great Central Railway war weekend

THE GREAT Central Railway’s evocative war weekend returned in June.

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Stations along the line featured period entertainment, displays of military vehicles and visiting dignitaries including Winston Churchill and the King and Queen made a special appearance.

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Charity offers new assistant service INCREASING NUMBERS of older people have been asking Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland to take them out rather than provide support within the home - so much so the charity has decided to launch a Personal Assistant Service.

Executive Director of Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland, Mr Anthony Donovan, said: “As a charity we are all about helping people to stay independent for as long as possible and supporting them in the way that they direct us to. In response to need, the Personal Assistant service will bring a new dimension to

this work and allow people to benefit from the flexibility it can offer but without needing to take on the extra paperwork, cost and time implications of employing someone.”

He added: “Having a Personal Assistant is a tried and tested way of getting flexible and reliable support for adults with physical and mental issues or those just needing a helping hand as they get older. Age UK has taken this concept and removed the challenges that employing your own Personal Assistant can bring, including candidate vetting and interviewing, payroll and contracts. This means that having a Personal Assistant is now

straightforward, easy and effective with the complexity taken away and managed

by Age UK.” The Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland Personal Assistants will be able to help with whatever is needed either at home or in the community. Their range of support will include help with phone calls, bill payment and correspondence, help with domestic tasks and household management and help to attend community activities, excursions, medical appointments and shopping.

Mr Donovan said: “Age UK’s trained staff have the skills, personal qualities, time and ability to respond to the needs of their clients flexibly, thoughtfully and with empathy. The service is geared to respond well to a mixed range of tasks which is led by and responsive to what the individual wants help with on any given day.”

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Anyone wishing to explore using a Personal Assistant to support their independence can contact Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland on 0116 299 2266.

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Salon reaches finals

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A ROTHLEY hair salon reached the finals of one of the biggest hairdressing competitions in the UK. Gavin Taylor Hair, on Fowke Street, secured their place by winning The East of England’s Best in the Region trophy for the Men’s Image Award of the L’Oreal Colour Trophy 2018.

Senior stylist Marie Atterbury, make-up artist Kaye Salmon and model Jack Bridges, who lives in Rothley, had 30minutes to create their fashion inspired look and impress the judges.

Their win saw them compete at the finals, held in London on June 4, where first place in the Men’s Image Award went to the Boutique Atelier, a salon in Ellesmere Port.

Pic: Marie Atterbury, model Jack Bridges & Gavin Taylor (right)

Street sinkhole filled A SINKHOLE that appeared on Anthony Street has been filled.

It appeared on the road surface on Sunday May 20 and the County Council’s Highway department spent 40 minutes pouring wet tarmac into the void beneath the hole, which was about 1 metre deep.

They had to return the next day to level off the surface because of subsidence overnight.

Fun at school fete MOUNTSORREL SCHOOL fete returns in June.

The PSFA of Christ Church and St. Peter’s Primary School will be holding its annual Summer Fete on Saturday June 30, in the school grounds on Rothley Road, Mountsorrel from 11am to 2pm.

“This promises to be a fun filled family day, with lots of exciting stalls and activities” said Anna Cox, Chair of the PSFA. “All funds raised will go back into the school to purchase extra classroom equipment to enhance and vary the children’s learning experiences and also supply exciting outdoor play equipment to encourage healthy, active play and to stretch the children’s imaginations” she added.

“There will be something for everyone on the day, including, bouncy castle fun, face painting, village green games for the children - and any game adults! - cake stall, bric a brac, many refreshments and a fabulous barbecue, with meats kindly and very generously supplied again by M.E. Roberts family butcher of Mountsorrel. There will also be performances by the staff and children’s choirs.

“If previous years are anything to go by, then this is set to be a wonderful day of fun for everyone and we would welcome you on the day. Please join us and tell your family and friends. We have a wet weather plan too so don’t be put off we are not blessed with glorious sunshine!”

The fun starts at 11am with the raffle draw being held at 1.30pm and entrance is free.

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Student builds global brand Monday club MONDAY MAY 14 was the date for our annual club outing, with this year’s destination being the historic Trentham Gardens in Staffordshire.

Liam Green is the co-founder and creative director of Hype Clothing which has 1350 stockists in 17 countries and also sells online.

Liam was a student at Longslade studying photography, graphics, fine art, business and design, leaving in 2010 to start a Graphic Design degree at De Montfort University in Leicester.

While there he won a t-shirt design competition and through mutual friends involved in clothing design, began de-

signing clothes and Hype was born.

The company grew so quickly he quit university after one year to run the business full time.

Hype is based in Wigston and has recently launched a shoe range which is available in all 135 Schuh stores.

The brand has a following of famous fans including Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Cara Delevingne, Tom Hardy and Ellie Goulding.

Now run by co-directors Liam, Bav Samani and Vin Patel, Hype clothing can be bought in hundreds of stores including Topman, John Lewis and Selfridges.

Pic (top) : Liam Green (right) with Co-director Bav Samani

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A 25 year old former Longslade student has grown a t-shirt making business he ran from his bedroom into a global fashion brand with a turnover of £24million.

The earliest record of Trentham dates to 1086 in the Domesday Book, when it was described as a royal manor. Trentham has a long and colourful history, under various owners.

The Trentham Estate and Gardens have been redeveloped into a very attractive place to visit, with numerous things to see and do.

On entering the Gardens themselves, they are family, dog and largely disability friendly, with plenty of picnic areas. There are beautiful lakeside and woodland walks to take, with opportunities to stop and see the wildlife, or just pause to rest awhile on one of the many strategically placed seats and admire the delightful views. Plus there are the Italian Gardens, the Monkey Forest and the maze to explore, as well as many other features to see like the variety of sculptures. Also, visitors can enjoy a boat trip on the lake or a ride on the miniature railway (not during winter months).

For our Club’s visit, we were blessed with warm spring sunshine and a cloudless blue sky which greatly enhanced the day and thanks are due to our coach driver, Mark, from Woods Coaches who drove us to and from our venue in a timely manner.

On Monday July 9 we will have our annual strawberry cream tea at the Blue Bell Inn, Rothley, for which bookings will be taken at our June meeting.

For further information, please contact Mrs Maja Tompkins on 07709 201881.

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History of Bradgate Park revealed MEMBERS OF the public are invited to learn about the latest archaeological discoveries being made by the University of Leicester’s Archaeology fieldschool during a free family Open Day at Bradgate Park on Sunday 1 July between 11am – 4pm Archaeologists from the University of Leicester will be returning to Bradgate Park from the end of May until the beginning of July with their fourth season of excavations.

Aiming to uncover the hidden history of this popular attraction, the Bradgate Park Fieldschool is a five-year programme of research (2015-2019).

Project co-director, Dr Richard Thomas from the University of Leicester’s School of Archaeology and Ancient History, explained: “Excavations over the last three years have shown that people have been coming to Bradgate Park for a very long time. We now have evidence for Ice Age hunting (c. 14,500 years ago), Mesolithic hunting (c. 6000-9000 years ago), Bronze Age occupation, and a 13th-14th century hunting lodge.

Pics: University of Leicester archaeologists working in Bradgate Park

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ry, said: “The outreach programme is designed to raise awareness of our research and inspire young and old to engage with their local heritage and archaeology.”

Members of the public who attend the Open Day will be given the opportunity to: • Speak to the archaeologists involved in the excavations and see some of the objects that have been found • Take a site tour • Discover treasure in dig boxes • Meet a medieval knight and learn about medieval cooking • Meet the Victorian lady and her hawk • Watch medieval tile making, building techniques, weaving demonstrations • See the flint knapper and make coil pots and arrowheads • Handle prehistoric tools • Watch spinners working

“Our most surprising find, however, has been the discovery of buildings predating the brick structures of Bradgate House. While Bradgate House is such an iconic site, very little is known about the standing structure and its date. Our evidence suggests that the home of Lady Jane Grey may have looked very different from what we see today.

“Our fourth season of excavations will help us to better understand the changing appearance of Bradgate House. We will also be exploring a large rectangular building to the south of Bradgate House, which is visible in aerial photo-

graphs and 18th-century drawings. We think that this could be a stable block, built for the visit of King William III, or a gatehouse.”

The fieldschool includes a programme of outreach delivered to primary and secondary schools enabling them to visit the excavations and take part in hands-on activities.

Outreach Officer, Debbie Miles-Williams from the University of Leicester’s School of Archaeology and Ancient Histo-

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Student detectives reach finals FOUR STUDENTS from the Cedars Academy impressed judges with their analysis of a crime scene.

The Science Detective challenge was organised by 3M in Loughborough. Leah, Vishy, Amy and Denusha are Year 10 STEM stars at Cedars and had to use forensic observation, analytical chemistry, social media analysis and suspect profiling to unravel the clues to solve a crime scene scenario.

After presenting their findings to a team of expert judges, the group progressed to the final of the challenge.

STEM Stars is a programme at the Pic: Cedars’ STEM Stars: Leah, Vishy, Denusha & Amy

the Cedars Academy, said: “Well done to Highcliffe whose run lasted for 7 seconds and Riverside who managed 4 seconds.

They also then had to present their learning about STEM subjects to the judges.

Unfortunately they were not able to reach the finals, but a big well done to Ditaan, Dylan, Ethan and Amir from Highcliffe and Shivam, Jacon, Zanib and Ruby from Riverside.”

Learn golf at Rothley club ROTHLEY PARK Golf Club says its Golf Academy continues to go from strength to strength.

The Academy is an ideal opportunity to learn how to play golf. Those wishing to ‘have a go’ are being offered a package of lessons with Katie Tebbet, the Club Professional, and a chance to meet fellow beginners and improvers as well as having the full use of the club’s practice facilities, with access to the course when Katie thinks you are ready.

Katie said: “The Academy is aimed at adults beginners, those who have dabbled at the game but never really got going and those who have played a bit but not for the past few years and need help to get back playing. You don’t need to be a club member, you don’t need to have a golf handicap and you don’t even have to own golf clubs, we are happy to lend you what you need at The next issue of

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The Mum and Baby group started a year ago and has seen nearly 100 new mums, as well as some dads and grandparents, come through the doors in that time.

Acorn Babies was started by Charlotte Foy and Beccy Kay, who met at a post natal group with their now 7 year olds.

“The intention is to provide a welcoming and nurturing space where new mums can meet others, make new friends and share their stories” said Charlotte.

“Cedar Mews Care home kindly offers the use of their beautiful lounge room with warm and comfy furnishings and several of the residents like to pop in and see the babies” she added.

Beccy Kay said: “We aim to provide a comfortable space and a friendly face to all who come along, we have lots of playmats, babies toys and nursery rhymes and a good pot of tea too!”

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Acorn Babies meets on Tuesday afternoon 1-2.30pm at Cedar Mews Care Home, Hallam Fields Road, Birstall, LE4 3LX. The sessions are aimed at babies up to the age of 1 and cost £2 a session which includes drinks and biscuits.

“For further information visit the Facebook Page - Acorn Babies Birstall or just come along and say hello!” said Charlotte.

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Cedars Academy that promotes science, technology, engineering and maths and takes students on visits to large organisations that use STEM to show them potential career options.

Year 5 pupils from Riverside and Highcliffe primary schools also took part in STEM challenges set by 3M which involved them making slow motion marble runs.

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Air Learn about local history pollution AIR POLLUTION in Leicester is at its lowest recorded levels in ten years, according to the latest figures released by the city council.

The latest recorded levels – collected from monitoring stations at five key locations across the city in 2017 – show that Leicester is meeting all current national air quality guidelines except for nitrogen dioxide (NO2).

European and national guidelines set a limit of 40micrograms per cubic metre (µg/m3) for nitrogen dioxide levels in the air.

Like other UK cities, Leicester still exceeds this target in some areas.

However, average levels of NO2 across the city are at a ten-year low and show a reduction of almost 33 per cent since 2010, when the highest levels, of up to 80µg/m3, were recorded.

Leicester’s Air Quality Action Plan, launched in 2015, is leading the delivery of improvements by introducing a citywide low emission zone for buses backed by £25milllion investment from local bus companies in new and retrofitted fleets, and later implementing an ultra-low emission zone that would cover all vehicles larger than a motorcycle.

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AGE UK’S charity shop at 105 Sibson Road, Birstall, which sells furniture , home wares, clothing and books is desperately looking for new volunteers.

Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland is a local charity providing a range of services to meet the ever increasing needs of vulnerable older people and their carers. The charity has 26 charity shops across the county selling donated goods to raise the much needed money required to provide a free Information & Advice Service and support/develop other services aimed at improving the lives of older people allowing them to remain living independently in the local community.

Duties for volunteers at the Birstall shop include serving customers and operating the till, preparing goods for sale and general house-keeping. The shop is open from Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm.

Hours can be arranged to suit commitments.

Commenting the Executive Director of Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland, Anthony Donovan, said: “The charity would be lost without it’s team of dedicated volunteers – they not only support our services they also play a major role in the day to day workings of our charity shops. Please if anyone has a couple of hours, half-a-day or even one day a week to spare we would be so grateful of your support.”

If you are interested in volunteering please either call into our charity shop in Birstall and ask to speak to Jan or Linda or give them a call on 0116 2674876.

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THE PROGRAMME for the 2018 Leicestershire and Rutland Festival of Archaeology – the biggest Festival of its kind in Britain- has been announced.

80 events will be held all over the two counties to celebrate local archaeology. Events run through July with the main Festival between July 14 and 29.

The programme is overflowing with family friendly events, guided walks, talks and displays. These are as diverse as ever - ranging from trips to Prehistoric hillforts at Beacon, Breedon and Burrough Hills, to tours of medieval Launde and Leicester Abbey and visits to industrial sites likes the Glenfield Tunnel and Swannington coal mines with lots in between.

One highlight will be a city centre display of the amazing ‘Stibbe’ Roman mosaics discovered by University of Leicester archaeologists last year in Great Central Street, which were lifted and have been conserved. This will be at BBC Radio Leicester's building on Jubilee Square.

The Festival brings together local archaeological organisations, heritage groups, museums and archaeologists to show off all that is good in the County’s archaeological heritage.

Here are three festival events of local interest: Echoes From The Workhouse Saturday 21st July: 1 - 4pm Rothley Cemetery Chapel, Mountsorrel Lane, Rothley, LE7 7PT

An exhibition telling the story of the Poor Law from 1840 to 1930, featuring a new model of the Barrow upon Soar Union Workhouse with a 12 panel diorama. Forty line and wash illustrations have been specially created to recover the memory of the workhouse experience, edited into 40 video clips to hear the recorded voices of the paupers. Accompanying 124 page book is on offer for £9.

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Guided Walks & Tours.

Guided Tour Of The Mountsorrel & Rothley Heritage Centre Sunday 15th, Friday 20th, Tuesday 24th, Friday 27th July: 2pm Meet outside Granites Coffee Shop, 240 Swithland Lane, Rothley, Leicester LE7 7UE (satnavs try LE7 7SJ) Join Robert Turlington for a guided walk looking at the history and archaeol-

ogy of Nunckley Hill Quarry, the Mountsorrel Railway (Swithland branch), the remains of a 19th century building known as ‘Dobb Hall’ and the 1888 MSLR restored passenger carriage.

Cost £5. Booking Essential as numbers limited: email turlington2008@ya hoo.com or phone Robert on 0116 297 0810 Mountsorrel Memorials Walk Wednesday 25th July: 2pm Meet at the Mountsorrel Memorial Centre, Leicester Rd, Mountsorrel, LE12 7AJ Join Mountsorrel Heritage Group for a guided walk around the war memorials in Mountsorrel. Starts and finishes at the Mountsorrel Memorial Centre. The walk includes one steep (but short) hill, some uneven ground, a visit to a much altered 13th century church and a scheduled ancient monument, Mountsorrel Castle. FREE (but donations to Mountsorrel Heritage Group appreciated). No booking required.

Events remember Great War A SERIES of poignant events are planned in Charnwood to mark 100 years since the end of World War One. Charnwood Borough Council is co-ordinating and supporting the events on Sunday November 11, 2018 and is calling on residents to get involved.

One of the focal points will be a full-size replica warhorse, covered with poppies made by local children, which will make a journey from Charnwood Museum to the town centre.

There will also be events in Loughborough town centre, including a live showcase plus a big screen, a tea dance at Loughborough Town Hall as well as the annual Remembrance Day parade ending with a service at the Carillon where thousands of poppies will cascade from the top.

A new Charnwood Heritage Plaque will also be unveiled in the Market Place as a lasting reminder of the troops who gathered there before heading off for the Great War. A beacon will also be lit in Queen’s Park.

The Mayor of Charnwood, Cllr Christine Harris, said: “We shall never forget the sacrifices made by previous generations to ensure we retained our freedom.

“As this year marks 100 years since the end of the Great War we are planning Pic: Songster pictured in 1934 a series of events which we believe will be a fitting tribute to those who gave many trials and tribulations and retheir lives.” ceived several medals for his bravery.

The Council intends to find a local The Council is also interested in artist to create a full-size horse in memo- hearing from groups and people ry of Songster – a warhorse from Lough- around the borough about what they borough who served between 1914 and are doing to mark the end of World 1918 and remarkably made it back to War One. All events can be promoted the town safely. on the Council’s website and via social It is said Songster was a handsome, media. Simply email intelligent chestnut gelding who survived events@charnwood.gov.uk

YOU MIGHT think that talking about 101 favourite plants could be long winded, but no.

Janette Merilion had the pace and interest to keep members and visitors to the May meeting of the Thurcaston and Cropston Gardening Club totally absorbed, interested and entertained throughout the evening. Janette had a carefully constructed selection of excellent photos, and a wealth of knowledge, interesting stories, and advice on all of her 101 favourites.

Janette talked about using plants that ‘earn their keep’ such as having interest through different seasons; long flowering period; or interest at a time when there is little else showing in

the garden.

Janette also talked about her work as a garden designer and the quirky nature of some of her customers. For example, a 70 year old requested quick growing plants ‘so I will have time to enjoy them before I’m too old’.

Different features of plants were identified, as key, such as the bark of the Himalayan Birch with its ghostly white bark, and the deep red glow of the Prunus Serrula. Bulbs through the seasons can also make a powerful addition to a garden.

Tulipa ‘Queen of Night’ and Tulipa ‘China Pink’ make a powerful display.

Also within Janette’s 101 favourites were choice shrubs, perennials, and grasses.

As well as being entertaining, this talk was full of useful information and ideas for Club members to use in their own gardens. Janette also bought plants to sell and a list of all the plants she mentioned.

The Gardening Club meets in the Thurcaston and Cropston Memorial Hall.

Whether an experienced gardener or an enthusiastic beginner we are sure you will find something of interest in this year’s programme. New members are made most welcome. What’s more, it is excellent value! The membership fee is still only £12 for the year or £3.00 per meeting. And, if you would like to come as a visitor and then you decide to join, your visitor fee will be refunded!! So, if you are interested in gardening come and give the Club a try.

The next club events are: Evening Visit to Crossfell House, Great Dalby, Melton Mowbary Wednesday July 11 A formal garden consisting of a terraced herbaceous border and rockery, flanked by a shrub border

Planning

P/18/1198/2: 49 North Street, Rothley – retention of conversion and extension to side and first floor extension to flat above public house R/18/1193/2: 133 The Ridings, Rothley – construction of 8 flats complete with communal facilities P/18/1130/2: April Cottage, 12 Church Street, Rothley – internal alterations to main house and new windows to rear. Demolition of existing conservatory and alterations to existing garage P/18/1129/2: 1 Town Green Street, Rothley – replacement of four front windows with wooden replacements of similar design P/18/1060/2: Temple Garth, 76 Woodgate, Rothley – 1st floor extension to side, single storey extensions to front and side, erection of boundary fence P/18/1052/2: 136 Swithland Lane, Rothley – ground floor ext to existing dining room to rear of property Club Outing to RHS Harlow Carr, Harro- P/18/1038/2: 247 Swithland Lane, Rothley – erection of ground floor single storey exgate tension to rear of property. Alteration to Friday August 17 garage opening and wall intersection RHS Garden Harlow Carr is located P/18/1004/2: 7 Barley Way, Rothley – new on the western edge of Harrogate in bedroom above existing front study North Yorkshire.

P/18/0994/2: 118 Mountsorrel Lane, Rothley – 1st floor extension over existing bungalow to create master bedroom suite P/18/0995/2: 68A Swithland Lane, Rothley - conversion of existing garage to habitable accommodation; erection of attached garage to side of dwelling and alterations to roof of existing front dormer P/18/0944/2: 23 The Rise, Rothley – proposed loft conversion with roof light to front and dormer extension to rear and side of roof P/18/0930/2: 10 Hames Close, Rothley – It has stunning annual and perennial erection of single storey extension to rear displays, ornamental grass border, kitch- of dwelling en garden, scented garden, streamside P/18/0913/2: 69 Swithland Lane, Rothley – gardens, alpine house, woodland and erection of dwelling and detached garage P/18/0869/2: 23 The Rise, Rothley – erecwildflower meadow. It also has ‘Gardens through Time’ and the Queen Moth- tion of 2 storey extension to side and single storey extension to side/rear er’s Lake. In addition it has a shop, P/18/0881/2: 2 Windmill End, Rothley – plant centre and Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms. proposed ground floor front and rear exCost : £27 tension and part 1st floor front extension For more information or for a copy P/18/0948/2: 59 Woodgate, Rothley of the full programme for 2018, please removal of 5 ash trees and 1 pine tree call Dave Haddon on (0116) 235 9758 P/18/0804/2: 89 Swithland Lane, Rothley – From Thurcaston and Cropston extension and alterations to garage to creGardening Club ate a gym Pics: (top) Himalayan Birch – a small tree P/18/0780/2: 101 Town Green Street – to grow for its ‘architectural’ qualities; (above) RHS Harlow Carr; (inset, left) Pru- erection of balcony to rear of dwelling P/18/1051/2: 161 Station Road, Cropston – nus Serrula – a tree to grow for its bark 1st floor side extension P/18/0834/2: 82 Station Road, Cropston – erection of single storey rear extension The next issue of and 1st floor rear extension including roof alterations THE ROTHLEY POST P/18/0779/2: 54 Leicester Road, Thurcaswill be published on Aug 24.

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There are spectacular countryside views from the Shepherds Hut and picnic area.

Refreshments are provided but you are welcome to take your own picnic.

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