Rothley Post (83) July 2010

THE ROTHLEY POST YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Delivered FREE to Rothley, Thurcaston & Cropston

JUL/AUG 2010

ISSUE No. 83

Pic: the proposed Brookfield farm development LANE IELDS HALLF

Wind turbine appeal SEVERN TRENT is to appeal the refusal of its plans to build a 132 metre wind turbine on the edge of Rothley.

Charnwood Borough Council rejected the plans in April, on the grounds that it would harm the character and appearance of the countryside and Rothley Conservation Area.

The council also said the turbine would have an unacceptable level of overdominance to the dwellings in the immediate vicinity and that the information provided on the proposals environmental impact was inadequate.

Some local residents had objected to the scheme because of noise and light flicker from the blades, but as the plans were not refused on these grounds, Severn Trent need not address them at the appeal, which will be considered by a Government Planning Continued on page 2

Extra homes THE NUMBER of homes developers Charles Church want to build on Hallfields Lane has increased from 200 to 210.

The developers say they have also reduced the amount of land they intend to develop, increasing the density of the development which is planned for a site on Brookfield Farm.

The revised plans were revealed at a public Continued on page 2

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 1

Extra homes continued from page 1 exhibition in the Rothley Centre in May, organised by the developers.

Charles Church say the changes to their initial proposals were made after considering the responses made by the public at their first exhibition in March.

Besides increasing the number of dwellings the revised plans include: • additional tree planting to the south to re-instate Lord Macauley’s Walk • an additional balancing pond to cope with flooding • removal of proposed community/commercial area • setting back the development’s eastern boundary Charles Church say that ‘technical studies’ they have prepared show that: • the additional traffic generated cam be accommodated on the local highway network • balancing ponds will cope with surface water run-off and the development does not increase the flood risk to the surrounding area • the site is “generally of low intrinsic value from an ecological perspective, although the hedgerows, trees and Rothley Brook corridor are considered to be of greater ecological value.” A buffer zone along Rothley Brook is proposed.

Charles Church are in the process of developing a 149 home development which will be adjacent to the Brookfield Farm site.

Objectors to the plans are concerned about the impact on local services, traffic congestion, flooding, and the character of the village.

Because Charnwood has an identified shortfall in its supply of housing land for the next five years, developers are submitting proposals across the borough in expectation of being granted permission – Jelsons have recently submitted plans for 330 dwellings in Mountsorrel.

The new government has announced its intention to change the planning process from top-down housing targets to development planned at the local level, but before new guidance or legislation is announced, the planning authority must work within the existing framework.

The development parcel for the original scheme was 8.1ha. At 35 dwellings per hectare, this equated to 200 dwellings on an area of 5.7ha. The balance of land was allocated for other uses, which included the commercial/community area.

The revised development parcel is 6.95ha – this represents a loss of l.15ha of land. The residential area is now 6ha, with a density of 35 dwellings per hectare this equates to 2l0 dwellings. This change reflects the loss of community/commercial uses and also the gain of a second balancing pond.

Wind turbine continued from page 1

Inspector.

A Severn Trent spokeswoman is reported

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 2

as saying: “we are disappointed that the planning committee refused planning for a single wind turbine at our Wanlip Sewage Treatment works. We feel this is a good location for this development, as it is immediately adjacent to the sewage treatment works and separated by busy roads from residential properties, which are some distance away.

“After receiving the formal documentation and reasons behind the planning refusal, we have decided to appeal against the decision and we are compiling additional reports to submit alongside our appeal to the planning committee.”

Rothley’s Borough Councillor Diane Wise said: “This appeal was expected and now Charnwood Borough Council will have to defend its decision to refuse permission.”

With an 80 metre mast and a blade tip height of 132 metres, the proposed turbine would be one of the largest built in the country. One source told the Rothley Post: “a turbine of this size would be the first of its type in the country and Severn Trent are pursuing this application as a test case.”

Severn Trent say the power generated will be used for the operation of its Wanlip plant and is equivalent to the power used by 1900 homes annually. It will reduce the emissions of carbon dioxide by 95,000 tonnes over its lifetime.

Rothley archeology A DISPLAY of archaeological finds from Rothley will be on show at the Old School Rooms later this month.

The exhibition is part of the Festival of Leicestershire and Rutland Archaeology and will include items from prehistoric, Roman and Anglo-Saxon periods.

Lynden Cooper from the university of Leicester Archaeological Service will be speaking about finds from Rothley Lodge at the exhibition, which has been organised by Rothley Heritage Trust. An Anglo-Saxon re-enactment group, the English Companions, will also be there.

Brian Verity, Rothley’s Archaeological Warden, said: “The museum service has generously lent us some artefacts that are not normally available and I hope everyone will be keen to come along to take advantage of this rare opportunity to see and hear about the kind of objects that were used by the earliest residents of Rothley.”

The exhibition takes place on Saturday July 31 from 10am to 1pm at the Old School Rooms, School Street, Rothley. www.leics.gov.uk/archaeology festival

Rothley school’s fete HUNDREDS OF visitors enjoyed warm sunshine at Rothley school’s summer fete.

Attractions included a fancy dress parade, May pole dancing, stalls and a barbeque. This year the event was raising funds to improve the flooring around the playground equipment.

Pic top right: Fancy dress contestant Zack Friday (7)

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 3

Pedal power cash

NHW news & crime report

A ROTHLEY osteopath has put his back into raising funds for a cancer charity.

Fed Sleath recently cycled for seven hours in three sessions on a static bike outside the Soar Valley Leisure Centre in Mountsorrel, raising £230 for the Hope Foundation for Cancer Research.

In May, Fred along with 18 other cyclists, completed a 350 mile ride in the west of Scotland and in 2008, rode 355 miles in six days from Biarritz to Narbonne in the South of France, in a team of 32. Together the two trips raised £105,000 for the charity.

Pic: Fred Sleath on his bike outside the Soar Valley Leisure Centre

THE CURRENT police priorities (May – July) are: • to improve road safety and reduce speeding on Westfield Lane, Rothley; Bradgate Road, Newtown Linford and Station Road, Cropston between the hours of 8am and 10am and 3pm and 7pm.

• to tackle antisocial vehicle use in Kinchley Lane, Rothley and the car parks on Mountsorrel Lane, Rothley and Bradgate Park and Swithland Woods between the hours of 10am and 10pm.

• to tackle the issues of theft from the allotments on Loughborough Road, Rothley between the hours of 6pm and 8am.

Pic: PC Steve Rhodes (right) with Rothley’s new Police Community Support Officer Nigel Ritchie 6647 Three months ago you told us to improve road safety and reduce speeding on Swithland Lane in Rothley, Main Street in Swithland and Main Street in Newtown Linford between the hours of 8am and 10am and 3pm and 6pm We responded by carrying out speed checks on 20 occasions at the three priority locations and issuing a total of nine Fixed Penalty Notices and 63 advice notices to people found to be driving in excess of the speed limit.

You told us to tackle antisocial vehicle use on Bradgate Park car parks and Kinchley Lane, Rothley between the hours of 5pm and 5am.

We responded by undertaking patrols at the identified locations. Three men were arrested on Kinchley Lane in Rothley for theft of lead and another man was arrested on Swithland Woods car park for theft from a car. Two men were also interviewed and dealt with for offences of drugs possession at one of the locations. We haven’t received any further complaints for over a month.

Crime Report: Rothley, May 1 – Apr 30, 2010 Robbery 1, burglary (Templar Way, Brownhills Crescent) 2, burglary non-dwelling 3, theft of vehicle 2 (Hornecroft and Mountsorrel Lane), theft from vehicle 3, theft 10, damage 2.

From PC Steve Rhodes 0544. Telephone 222 2222 to leave voicemail Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 4

Teenager assaulted A TEENAGER was taken to hospital after being assaulted in a Rothley street.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the assault of the 17-year-old on Church Street.

The incident took place at around 11pm on Friday May 14.

The man had left a pub in Church Street and as he rain to catch up with his friends, he was punched in the face causing him to fall to the ground.

The man was taken to the Queens Medical Centre in Nottingham, where he received treatment for extensive facial injuries and the loss of three front teeth. He also faces extensive reconstructive dental treatment in the future.

PC Richard Melody is investigating the incident. He said: “This was a really nasty attack, resulting in the victim being in a lot of pain and discomfort.

“We understand there was an altercation in a pub car park in Church Street at around 8.30pm on the same day and we are keen to talk to anyone who witnessed this, as we believe the two incidents may be linked.

“We’d urge anyone with information about either of these incidents, who haven’t come forward with information yet, to do so.

“Any information you have could assist our investigation.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact PC 2864 Richard Melody on Leicester 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer’s identification number 2864. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers which is free and anonymous on 0800 555 111.

Pics: new look for Rothley Youth Club

Youth club’s new furniture ROTHLEY YOUTH Club has had a makeover after young people were consulted about the changes they would like to see indoors.

Leicestershire County Council’s Youth Service spent £800 on furniture after young people asked for comfy seating, a computer station for work such as CV writing and a more modern and bright look.

The new furniture was installed after Youth Service staff and volunteers from the Rothley Youth Project gave the youth club a deep clean and recycled the old furniture.

Young people were thrilled with the transformation : one 14 year old girl said: “When can I move in?” The youth club, on the Fowke Street playing field, had its exterior painted with jungle theme artwork after a graffiti project in 2009. It is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Chairman PETER OSBORNE is the new chairman of Leicestershire County Council.

Mr Osborne (pictured below) is the Conservative County Councillor for Rothley and Mountsorrel, a ward he has represented for the last 10 years.

His father, Sir Cyril Osborne, was MP for Louth for 24 years and his sister Baroness Byford, sits in the House of Lords and served as shadow minister for food, agriculture and rural affairs from 1997 to 2007. His mother was vice-chairman of the Conservative Party in the 1970s.

Cllr Osborne said: “It is an honour to be elected as the county’s representative for the year and I am looking forward to meeting with members of the community.”

Mr Osborne replaced Cllr Roger Wilson, a Liberal Democrat

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 5

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 6

Remembering Harold THE GENTLEMAN who was affectionately known as ‘Mr. Mountsorrel’ passed away on Saturday May 1, 2010 just a few days before his 87th birthday.

Although Cllr Harold Newman spent the first 10 days of his life at his grandparents’ home in Barrow-Upon-Soar, the only child of Ernest and Lillian, the family lived at 21 Hawcliffe Road Mountsorrel and it was in this village that he lived for the rest of his life.

Upon leaving school at the age of 14 Harold had wanted to take up an apprenticeship as a baker but this was not possible. He was employed at Brush Transformers in Loughborough and accepted an engineering apprenticeship at RAF Cosford. He became the Mountsorrel Village Postmaster in the early 1960’s. Upon retirement in February 1987 he and his first wife Sheila, who was evacuated from Bromley, Kent in 1944, moved to live in Glamis Close. Sadly, Sheila passed away on Christmas Eve of that year. In 1989 Harold married Beryl Charles – who was also a retired postmistress.

Harold was a committed Christian in the Methodist tradition and was an active member of Mountsorrel Methodist Church where he served on many church committees. He had been a Mountsorrel Parish Councillor for over 50 years, including twice as its chairman, and had represented the village on Charnwood Borough Council. He was involved with the formation of the Acorn Youth Club at Loughborough Road Methodist Church and had been a governor of Quorn Rawlins Community College and of Mountsorrel’s Christ Church & St. Peter’s Primary School.

For many years Harold was the Mountsorrel Correspondent for the Loughborough Echo.

He was responsible for setting up the ‘Village’s Best Kept Garden Competition’ and in 1977 he was responsible for starting Mountsorrel’s famous tradition of United Charities’ Fetes and Fairs – these events are still held each year.

He was a very knowledgeable person regarding the history and heritage of Mountsorrel and was well-known for the informative guided walks which he used to lead around the village. In October 2008 Harold presented an

evening of his memories entitled ‘1,000 Years of Mountsorrel’s History’. We are privileged that his talk was recorded onto a CD for future generations to appreciate.

In 1997 Harold announced that “he was winding down these days and was now sitting on just 28 committees”. In February of last year, after being diagnosed with cancer of the kidney, he vowed that “I will not let this diagnosis get in the way of my beloved voluntary and community work. I live on faith and prayer”. Harold shared his Christian faith to the end.

Following a private cremation a thanksgiving for Harold’s life was held at Mountsorrel Methodist Church to which over 200 members of the wider community attended. After the welcome, which was given by Rev E Adam Wells, the church’s current minister, the service was led by Rev William H Anderson who is a family friend and who was a former minister at the church. During the service Deacon Jan Sutton paid tribute to ‘Harold Newman – Methodist’; Christopher Newman paid tribute to his father ‘Harold Newman – Public Servant’ and Rev Paul R Newman gave thanksgiving to his father ‘Harold Newman – A Life’. Janet Norburn paid tribute to a won-

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 7

Pic: Harold Newman

derful step-father whilst her husband, John, was the organist for the service.

Donations in lieu of flowers were received to support both LOROS and Marie Curie Cancer Support. Light refreshments were served afterwards by members of the church.

Harold Newman: May 10, 1923 – May 1, 2010

GCR war weekend DOZENS OF re-enactors dressed in outfits from the 1940s helped create a special atmosphere at the Great Central Railway’s World War II weekend event in June.

Thousands of visitors enjoyed sunny weather and attractions including a display of military and vintage vehicles at Quorn, a Dakota and Spitfire flypast and skirmishes between Allied and Axis forces at Rothley’s and Birstall’s stations.

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 8

Parish Council notes ROTHLEY PARISH Council’s Annual Meeting was held on May 11.

Thirteen members of the public attended.

Parish Clerk Robin Dent reported that the Parish Council’s website had had over 8300 visits in the past year, 2000 more than the previous year.

The Parish Council is helping to promote the production of a Village Design Statement, led by volunteers, that will help to shape the future development of Rothley in the context of continuing pressure from developers to build within the parish.

The Clerk said that the Parish Council is aware that with new contentious applications residents look for some commitment from parish councillors but under the standards imposed upon councillors, they are precluded from judging any application until it has formally been discussed in council. If a view is taken before such a discussion then the councillor is precluded from voting.

Obtaining funding for the new Rothley Centre in the current financial climate “remains a challenge”.

PC Steve Rhodes 0544 reported on the previous year’s police priorities. These had included visiting local schools to talk about stranger danger and antisocial behaviour and conducting speed checks on Westfield Lane; Bradgate Road, Newtown Linford; Main Street, Swithland; Station Road, Cropston and Main Street, Newtown Linford. Speed checks were conducted on 48 occasions resulting in 22 fixed penalty tickets and 187 advice notices.

Measures to reduce the impact of rural crime had resulted in 17 arrests including five for burglary. One man received a four year prison sentence.

Recorded crime in Rothley was 197 in 2009 compared to 252 in 2008. Total crime from Jan 1 to April 30, 2010 was 40.

County Councillor Peter Osborne commented that with the proposals for 220 dwellings on Hallfields Lane and 330 on Halstead Road the capacity of the local primary schools would be insufficient. He said the County Council would not build a new school, even if it had land available for a primary with less than 200 pupils.

The Lafarge quarry in Mountsorrel is of national importance he said, and the proposed Halstead Road development on its boundary would stop any further development of granite extraction which would not be in the best interests of the county.

Cllr Osborne praised the work that Parish Councillors and other volunteers do for Rothley.

Residents commented that the road humps on Hallfields Lane were “vicious and unnecessary”, noisy and do damage to cars.

Cllr Osborne said he thought the installation of a mini-roundabout at the junction of North

Pic: One of the many fun teams (l-r): Matthew Bull with his son Jasper, Alex Simon, Nick Preedy and Dom Bouvet.

Day to remember Patch ROTHLEY PARK Golf Club recently hosted the tenth anniversary ‘Patch Match’, a golf event to celebrate the life of former member Patrick Gamble who was tragically killed in a car accident aged just 20.

The day was organised by his sister Alex and mother Jackie and over 60 golfers came from across the country, many of whom were Patch’s old school and sporting friends, to enjoy a light hearted round of golf. Most took a moment to rest on ‘Patch’s bench’ by the 8th tee, which was

donated by his family as a lasting memory of a place Patch had enjoyed much of his time. With refreshments provided on the 12th tee by wives, girlfriends, mums and kids the golfers were thoroughly spoilt!

The golfers were joined by many more of Patch’s friends and family for an evening celebration to enjoy the presentation, dinner and disco. The winning team fittingly included two of Patch’s oldest friends Ben Aspell and Adrian Farnham along with Nigel Colley and Nick Twigg.

MOT VEHICLE TESTING STATION

TESTING

PETROLS • DIESELS MOTORCYCLES CROPSTON GARAGE 37 - 39 Station Road Cropston, Leicester 0116 2362363

ROTHLEY’S PREMIER TREE SERVICE Just like the rest of your property, have you considered your trees require a little maintenance from time to time?

ARE YOUR TREES MAYBE? ...UNSAFE, TOO TALL OR UNTIDY ...BLOCKING LIGHT FROM YOUR HOME, OR YOUR NEIGHBOUR’S HOME ...LIKELY TO AFFECT YOUR PROPERTY STRUCTURE YOUR LOCAL TREE SURGEON

With 20 years experience in all aspects of tree work we would be pleased to offer you FREE expert advice & a FREE quotation without obligation

PHONE NOW ON 0116 2505842

Continued on page 10 Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 9

Continued from page 9 Street and Town Green Street was very doubtful, as traffic speeds have now been reduced by the humps.

Borough Councillor Diane Wise reported that Charnwood has been reducing its budget by implementing savings and partnership working with neighbouring local authorities.

Rothley School has had two mobile classrooms sited on the school field due to increased admissions. The County Council have indicated they would like to build more permanent extra classrooms at the school. There are 331 pupils at the school.

In June 2009 the school was awarded a Gold Arts Mark award from the Arts Council of England, for the school’s high standard in the performing arts.

The school also hosted teenagers from a school in Palestine who were given a tour of the village and took part in a concert at the school.

The Rothley Centre has seen a 20 per cent increase in bookings this year.

A full meeting of Rothley Parish Council was held on May 17.

Cllr Percy Hartshorn was elected chairman and Cllr Brian Popple vice chairman.

In response to a question from a resident, Chairman Percy Hartshorn said that the new Rothley Centre project was on hold because of the difficulty securing funding in the current economic climate.

The Council agreed a schedule of work and

responsibilities for clearing snow and ice from Parish Council premises to ensure visitors are reasonably safe when visiting on foot.

Five members of the public have expressed an interest in preparing a Village Design Statement with a first meeting planned for June 8.

It was agreed that the Parish Council clear the broken glass to the rear of the youth centre and the Rothley Imps clubhouse and talk to the two clubs to agree responsibility for the area.

The Council agreed to repair the wrought iron fencing at the Town Green Street playing field.

A FULL meeting of Thurcaston & Cropston Parish Council was held on April 15.

Cllr Flower reported that information regarding Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessments concerning the parish was being circulated in Thurcaston. The clerk was requested to contact the parishioner who was delivering leaflets and ascertain his concerns.

It was reported that certain graves in the cemetery were displaying unsuitable items, including lights.

The Annual Parish meeting of Thurcaston & Cropston Parish Council was held on May 20.

Cllr Richard Younie was elected as chairman and Cllr Green was elected vice chairman.

A resident reported the problem of speeding vehicles on Mill Road, Thurcaston. The clerk was requested to invite PC Steve Rhodes to conduct speed checks in the area.

Boating charity’s award A ROTHLEY charity that provides narrow boat trips has won a major award.

The Queen’s Birthday Honours List published in the London Gazette on June 2, 2010 announced the news that the Rothley based charity the Baldwin Trust had won the ‘Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service’, the volunteers’ MBE. The award is seen as the national benchmark for volunteering excellence.

The Baldwin Trust, founded in 1982 provides narrow boat day trips for the elderly, disabled, learning difficulties and other community/family groups. They have two boats ‘Dandelion’ operating from Pillings Marina, Quorn and ‘St Clare’ operating from Raynsway Marina, Thurmaston. Both boats are fully wheelchair accessible and have disabled toilets and fully equipped galleys. The Trust has 58 volunteers, all unpaid, who are either qualified skippers or crew.

Glenda Townsend, Secretary to the Trust said: “We are thrilled and very proud that our members have been recognised in this way, without their dedicated support none of this would be possible.”

For further information about the Trust ring Glenda on 0116 2301731 or see the Trust’s website www.baldwintrust.org.uk

Tenth year in business CHIROPODIST KAY Giles is celebrating her 10th year in business this month.

Based in Bridge Street, Loughborough, Kay has been offering her State Registered service in Loughborough, Rothley, Birstall and surrounding villages for 12 years opening her practice 10 years ago.

Kay said: “I look forward to coming to work, with the past 10 years bringing fantastic memories. I look forward to the next 10 and further!

“Growing up, living and working in Rothley and Loughborough it’s been great to build up such a strong portfolio of patients who have grown to become friends over the years. I would like to thank them all.”

The next issue of

THE ROTHLEY POST will be published on Aug 28.

The copy deadline is Aug 13.

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 10

Singing is fun A NEW singing group’s first two concerts were hailed a great success, raising £2400 for local charities.

Singing for Fun entertained packed houses at Birstall Parish Church and the Chapel of Ratcliffe College in May. The group performed classics such as Franck’s ‘Panis Angelicus’, Verdi’s ‘Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves’, the Frank Sinatra hit ‘New York, New York’, Sting’s ‘Fields of Gold’ and Eva Cassidy’s, ‘Over the Rainbow’ as well as songs in French, Hebrew and Maori.

Anne Hughes, Musical Director, said: “Many of the singers were performing in public for the very first time, and yet you’d never have realised it from the infectious levels of enthusiasm and confidence.”

She added: “So if you’re looking to join a singing group that doesn’t take itself too seriously and yet reaches really high standards, look no further! Everyone is welcome, whatever their ability or level of experience.”

There are now over 250 members and the new term starts in the week beginning September 7, with daytime and evening classes run-

ning in Quorn, Rothley, Syston, Tilton-on-the-Hill and Woodhouse Eaves. Further information is available on the group’s website: www.SingingForFun.co.uk or by phoning 07742 576031 Pic: Singing for Fun performing at Ratcliffe College

New treatments at clinic

THE WOODGATE Clinic in Rothley will be expanding its range of treatments available in the near future, with the addition of a physiotherapist to the staff in the coming weeks.

Proprietor, Fred Sleath, said: “I am excited at the prospect of being able to offer treatments for a wider range of conditions, including sports injuries. In addition, the services of an experienced masseur are now also available and a female osteopath will be joining the practice, who has experience in treating infants, to enable the widest age range to be catered for.”

Woodgate Clinic 0116 2374522

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 11

History society THE APRIL meeting of the Rothley History Society saw members taking an interested look at the art of dowsing, presented by the East Midlands Dowsing Group from Bramcote.

Along with a selection of ‘tools’ used to dowse, the presenters Mary and Peter also gave an insight into the history and the uses of dowsing. Whether one believes in dowsing or not this art does have its roots firmly planted in the history of mankind. Many well known historical leaders supported and encouraged dowsing, relying on them to help find water, minerals and even precious gem stones.

Early drawings depict dowsers searching for metal and water using forked sticks or even split reeds. Today archaeologists the world over will use the skills of the dowser to search and plot possible sites of value to the worlds heritage. Builders are known to employ their own dowsers to plot potential sites for roads, housing estates, schools etc. dowsers will travel across fields and are able to trace underground water courses or seams of minerals etc. A dowsing tool can be used to recover a lost item by ‘mapping‘ the route to the place where it lies

unseen.

So what is needed to be a dowser? Very little really. There are those who use rods and there are those who use a pendulum or may use both. Rods vary from twigs to pieces of wire cut from wire coat hangers to form an ‘L’ shape, to those made of stainless steel, brass or copper.

Pendulums again can be created from inexpensive pieces of string with a nut or bolt attached to very refined customised crystals on silver or gold chains. Members were invited to have a go at dowsing, understandably some with a little reluctance to begin with but in no time everyone at the meeting joined in the spirit of the evening and was on their feet listening to the instructions and experiencing the strange sensation of having the rods or the pendulums ‘moving ’ in their hands.

From Maureen Bulmer Our May meeting was an Open Meeting and we were delighted to welcome our local archaeologist and Heritage Warden, Brian Verity.

Brian showed slides and talked about the latest development of the history of Rothley, going back to Neolithic times through to Roman times. We found it all quite fascinating to see just where Neolithic man lived in Rothley, places we had not realised were their sites.

By the time you read this, we will heard Leanda de Lisle and her talk about the three Grey sisters, Lady Jane, Lady Mary and Lady Katharine, of Bradgate Park. We feel sure that her talk will have been greeted with much interest about our local and most famous family.

After our meeting in June, we break up for

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 12

the summer holidays and re-convene on September 15th for our talk, by Peter Edwards about his Romany family's background. We look forward to seeing you then.

From Noreen Wilson Rothley History Society ON TUESDAY May 18 we were entertained by Brian Axon with a fascinating slide show of his delightful collection of postcards, showing his home village of Woodhouse Eaves in a bygone era.

The majority of Brian’s postcards are from the early 20th century and he first showed us one dating from 1910, illustrating Church Hill and the original village school – now converted to private dwellings and one of which is where he and his wife live. A local landmark, remaining today, is the “stone hole” where stone was quarried in 1837 to build the school, with a house attached for the Head teacher. There was a separate school to accommodate the infants.

Eventually, when a new school was built and prior to the conversion of the old school into private dwellings, the bell tower from the old school was removed and re-sited on the opposite side of the road.

The striking impression of all the postcards we saw is the beauty and tranquillity of the village and its rural environs as it was, even more so than today, and depicting a far less hectic way of life. This was highlighted by a view over the village showing open fields beyond (where the Birdhill Estate is sited now), with the windmill on the hill above the fields. Sadly, the windmill burnt down in 1945 and only the base remains today.

Many postcards show St. Paul’s Church, Woodhouse Eaves, which, in addition to Beaumanor Hall and Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square, was designed by the architect, William Railton.

Brian’s pictorial tour of the village continued with a wide variety of landmarks, although some of these no longer exist, but there are many old cottages remaining, some of which have been modernised, as well as notable buildings such as the original bakehouse on Main Street which today is the chemist’s premises. There were pictures of the old Baptist and Methodist Chapels, the post office and, on Victoria Road, a boarding house (shown circa 1916) advertising its credentials such as “perfect sanitation” and its prices to attract potential custom, although men were charged more than women for their meals – one can only presume that the men had heartier appetites!

Brian’s collection also included some postcards of Woodhouse – Beaumanor Hall with its magnificent avenue of elm trees, which later succumbed to Dutch elm disease, but replanting has taken place since; Golden Cottage, the residence of the Steward for Beaumanor; the almshouses, built for retired workers from the Beaumanor estate; and the fountain.

On Sunday July 18 we shall visit Grace Dieu Priory, meeting at 3pm in the car park behind the Bull’s Head pub, Thringstone – cost £3, pay on the day – further details from Peter Smith on 0116 2367365. On Tuesday August 17 there will be an evening tour of the Fire Brigade Museum, Roecliffe Road, near Swithland Woods – meet at 7.30pm – contributions to the museum on the day. Further details from Colin Revell on 0116 2303582 From Jennifer Kennington, Thurcaston and Cropston Local History Society

Nursery food survey ALL THE Leicestershire nurseries that took part in a survey about the meals they provide failed to meet all of the current guidelines on food for the under fives.

The twelve nurseries in the county, none of which were in Rothley, Thurcaston or Cropston, had all volunteered to take part in a national survey as part of a two year study conducted by LACORS, part of the Local Government Association Group.

The food was analysed by Leicestershire Scientific Services and nutritionists who reported on their findings: Leicestershire Trading Standards is now encouraging parents and carers to look at the food provided at their children’s nurseries.

The report found that all of the nurseries were putting a lot of effort into providing healthy meals but that there was room for improvement.

Problems varied but in Leicestershire the analysis showed high levels of salt at all the nurseries and inappropriate portion sizes, mainly too large but sometimes too small.

A common problem was applying healthy eating principles which work for adults and older children to the under fives, despite their very different needs.

The nutritionists recommended that all nurseries reduce the reliance on packet mixes, gravy, soup, bread and processed meat to reduce salt levels. There was also a recommendation to reduce the reliance on bread at tea time and use lower salt alternatives such as jacket potatoes or pasta.

Nationally it was found that some children were not getting enough carbohydrates to give them energy because they were being given too much fruit.

The project showed that food nutritional standards were improved when childcare providers were given better information about how to give very young children the right diet.

David Bull, Head of Trading Standards for Leicestershire County Council, said: “Currently there are no legal controls concerning the nutritional content of food provided by children’s nurseries as there is for schools, so I am pleased with the enthusiasm shown by all the nurseries involved to engage with this project and to apply the nutritionists’ recommendations.

“Of course it is very important that the food offered by nurseries provides children with the correct amount of energy and a good balance of key nutrients and so, as a result of this work, advice and guidance has been provided to all nurseries in Leicestershire.”

Karate champions

STUDENTS FROM a Rothley karate school took part in a karate competition at St Matthews Sports Hall, Leicester in May. Our picture shows Sensei Ginny Beresford from Shotokan Karate Tuition with some of the winners and competitors. The group meet at the Rothley Centre.

The next issue of

THE ROTHLEY POST will be published on Aug 28.

The copy deadline is Aug 13.

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 13

Week in the sun

Try pistol shooting

A WEEK of sun and sand was no holiday for a Rothley man who spent his time running 151 miles across the Sahara desert.

Rothley runner Phil Cooper (33) was competing in the ‘toughest race on earth’, the Marathon Des Sables in North Africa, to raise money for LOROS and Ovarian Cancer Action.

Phil joined 1000 athletes from 43 countries taking part in the six day race, the equivalent of five and a half marathons in temperatures ranging from 49C to 0C at night. Each competitor carries their own food, a stove, sleeping bag, clothes and survival kit.

Phil finished in 378th place in a time of 44 hours, 44 minutes and raised £12,000. He said: “When I passed the finishing line there was certainly a grim satisfaction that it was over, as the course was so brutal. “I’m really pleased to have finished it. I was doing okay until the fifth day, when suddenly all my blisters popped and I was on painkillers. I also lost a couple of toe nails.”

VISITORS CAN try pistol shooting in a safe environment at a Pistol Gala in July.

On Saturday July 3 The Redhill Revolvers, in association with the Umarex Boys Club, are holding a Pistol Gala at the Co-operative Sports and Social Club (LE4 4DE), Birstall. The event will start at 10am and conclude at about 4pm after the presentation of awards.

Spokesman Steve Prime said: “Safety briefs and full instruction will be in place on the day for anyone who is new to the disciplines. The main aim of the event is to promote the sport of pistol shooting and for all to have safe fun.

Entry cost will be £5 which will allow you to enter all the said events and we hope to have spare pistols for loan on the day.” There will be catering at the event in the form of a snack bar.

For further information please call Steve Prime on 0116 2676114 (eve) or 0116 2676252 (office hours)

Home Carers Required

Are you a caring person?

Like varied work & job satisfaction?

Join our team of carers in the Mountsorrel, Cropston, Quorn, Sileby, Syston, Birstall & Wymeswold areas.

Flexible shifts, 10-40 hrs per week, & mornings, evenings and weekends available.

No experience required as all training will be provided.

Up to £7.25hr, plus travel expenses. Telephone essential. Ring Debbie between 8.30am & 4.30pm for more information on

Monday Club ONCE AGAIN our coach trip for this year was favoured by bright sunshine and for the most part, reasonable temperatures.

Our destination was The Broadway in the Cotswolds which over the years has proved to be a delightful tourist attraction. As it was a Monday, we were fortunate to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the village, viewing the Cotswold stone cottages and many attractive shops full of antiques, jewellery, books and art galleries; not to mention the numerous restaurants offering a wealth of options of quality home-cooked food, not a MacDonald’s in sight!

Our very active photographer Gill Jefferson was round every corner catching us unawares with her camera to record the happy event, featuring backgrounds of the stonework and wisteria. We eagerly await her results.

In the afternoon we travelled on to Evesham County Park where the members took advantage of the money saving opportunities of the several outlet shops for designer labels, together with a very interesting food and kitchenware store offering quality foods and unusual kitchen equipment, which provided an interesting browse!

After visiting the garden centre and having taken the opportunity to savour the cream cakes and pots of tea in the main restaurant, we returned to the coach where the raffle was drawn achieving the sum of £40 towards our charity, the Royal British Legion. Our driver then took us safely back to our various destinations, everyone returned wearing smiles having enjoyed a truly lovely day.

Out next meeting will feature our annual Strawberry Cream Tea on July 12 at the Rowena Garden Centre. Anyone interested in joining us would be very welcome, so please contact me on 0116 2363467.

From Ann Farndon, The Monday Club, Anstey, Cropston & Thurcaston

Longslade is fifty

0116 2696247 (quoting reference BP)

LONGSLADE COLLEGE in Birstall is celebrating its 50th birthday with a party.

The event will be hosted at Longslade on Saturday September 25 from 7pm until midnight with a formal welcome. Tickets are £20 and include a welcome drink and food from an extensive buffet.

Go to www.longslade.leics.sch.uk or call Jane Hill on 0116 2670807 for more information and to book your place.

• Do you have any photographs of Longslade you could share? If you have any photos or memorabilia such as school uniforms, school magazines etc, the College would like to borrow them, make copies, and include them in displays both in school and the local community. Items can be brought to Longslade reception.

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 14

Rotary’s gift to hospice REPRESENTATIVES FROM the Rotary Club of the Soar Valley were given a tour of the Rainbows Hospice in April.

The Rotary club has for many year been a strong supporter of Rainbows and raised many thousands of pounds for the charity. President Roger Williams accompanied by Club Secretary Neil Morrison was shown round the new extension by Community Fundraiser for Rainbows, Emma Lovegrove and CEO Geoff Ellis.

Whilst there, Roger and Neil handed over cheques for the day to day running and the building appeal totalling £1,500. The money was raised by the Rotary Club’s Harvest Fair in October at Rowena Garden Centre Rothley and the Christmas Santa collection around the villages of the Soar Valley.

Roger Williams said: “Rainbows has always provided a wonderfully supportive environ-

Pic: (l-r) Rainbows CEO Geoff Ellis, Rtn Neil Morrison, Emma Lovegrove & Rotary President Roger Williams ment for the young people that it helps and their families and the new extension will enable them to offer even greater support. The Rotary Club of the Soar Valley is delighted to be able to once again donate funds for this much valued and unique facility for the East

Planning P/10/0832/2: Old Farm House, 36 North Street, Rothley – erection of 1.9m wall and 1.8m gates to side of dwelling P/10/0858/2: Rothley Park Cricket Club, Westfield Lane, Rothley – retention of additional works to form the access track on park land to support cricket club activities and position of access gate P/10/0843/2: 125 Swithland Lane, Rothley – fell 1 conifer tree P/10/1242/2: Rothley Park Golf Club, 23 Westfield Lane, Rothley – felling of one sycamore tree, one oak tree and one conifer tree P/10/1172/2: 56 The Ridgeway, Rothley – retention of two-storey dwelling with associated garages and a single storey building to enclose a swimming pool P/10/1122/2: 4 Homefield Lane, Rothley – erection of garden wall in line with front of dwelling P/10/1027/2: Rissington House, 11A Woodgate, Rothley – erection of single storey extension to side of dwelling P/10/1011/2: 151 Swithland Lane, Rothley – erection of single and two-storey extensions to front of dwelling P/10/1010/2: Holly Lodge, 60 The Ridgeway, Rothley – crown reduction of one magnolia tree P/10/0866/2: rear of 25A North Street, Rothley – erection of a scout headquarters and trailer shed P/10/1226/2: Chapel Cottage, 18 Mill Road, Thurcaston – demolition of existing conservatory and erection of ground and first floor extensions P/10/1239/2: The Water’s Edge, Bradgate Rd, Cropston – change of use from housekeeper’s accommodation to serviced apartment to rent P/10/0970/2: 6 Leicester Rd, Thurcaston – demolition of bungalow and garage, erection of a two storey dwelling and double garage P/10/0829/2: 91 & 93 Leicester Rd, Thurcaston – change of use of land to equestrian including formation of manège, erection of stable and donkey shelter/store and formation of altered vehicle access P/10/0807/2: Chapel Cottage, 18 Mill Road, Thurcaston – felling of one cherry tree

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 15

Midlands.”

The new £4m extension includes six additional bedrooms and a completely new Therapy Suite for children and young people. Due to be completed in July, it will virtually double the size of the existing hospice.

New college building FUNDING HAS been secured for a new £4.8million building at Longslade College.

The Palmer-Tomkinson Centre will be used by students throughout the day and open for use by the community in the evenings, weekends and school holidays.

Plans for the centre were first announced in May 2008 but were put on hold due to the onset of the recession and the difficulties facing the Learning and Skills Council, the main source of funding. Now the Young People’s Learning Agency have provided £3.47million with the other funding parties, the Palmer Tomkinson-Trust, Jelsons and Longslade, bringing

provide: • a new sixth form centre for the college with spaces for teaching an additional 175 students • high quality multi-purpose facilities for media, technology, performance, health and fitness and vocational subjects • a refurbished all weather sports pitch and multi use games area, subject to additional funding being found • a facility to provide partnership teaching, particularly for Diploma programmes • a quality building for use by the wider community in the South Charnwood area, with sports areas, changing rooms, exhibition areas, main hall, stage and teaching spaces available for hire • 170 car parking spaces.

The Palmer-Tomkinson Centre will

the total to £4.8million.

The new two storey building will

AC

be built on the current ‘hard play area’.

Co-Principal at Longslade Mike Griffiths said: “We are thrilled at Longslade to say that we have access to around £4.8million to build most if not all of the Palmer-Tomkinson Centre and artificial pitches. Work has been going on over the past month with the Palmer-Tomkinson Trust and the local authority to ensure that most of the work is completed within the next 12 months. There is no doubt it will be open to students for full use from September 2011.”

The Centre was originally planned in 2001, as part of the Section 106 planning agreements associated with Hallam Fields. Developers Jelson and the Palmer Tomkinson Trust agreed to provide “a multi purpose flexible building for recreational, educational and community uses” at Longslade, and to upgrade the all weather pitch area adjacent to Wanlip Lane.

Charles Palmer Tomkinson, a local landowner who owned the fields sold to Jelsons for the Hallam Fields Development, and the Palmer Tomkinson Trust has remained committed to providing a high quality facility in terms of design and content and are funding the project beyond the amounts in the original agreement.

The building will be managed by Longslade College which has seen a 25 per cent increase in student numbers in recent years.

New tip

RN

THE COUNTY Council have stated work on Mountsorrel’s new £1million waste and recycling centre on Granite Way.

BUILDERS

The County say the facility should open by November.

It will be able to process 25,000 tonnes of household waste every year and will have facilities to recycle cooking oil, Tetra Paks, batteries and yoghurt pots, as well as dispose of household waste.

EXTENSIONS ALTERATIONS & PROPERTY REPAIRS

Charity run ( 2675658

RUNNERS AND walkers of all abilities are being invited to take part in a charity run around Watermead County Park this July.

Proprietor RMS Gibbon

The Rotary Club of the Wreake Valley has organised the ‘Watermead Challenge 2010’ to raise funds for the Richard Engelgardt Trust fund, St John Ambulance and youth groups and clubs local to Syston/Birstall.

Richard Engelgardt is a player with Birstall Rugby Club who became wheelchair bound after an injury when a scrum collapsed.

The run, which has been licensed by UK Athletics as an official event, has been designed to suit entrants of all abilities, with a five mile run twice around King Lear’s Lake and three times around John Merrick’s Lake and shorter three mile run/walk event.

Entrance fees are £9 for the five mile run (affiliated runners £7) and £6 for the three mile run/walk (affiliated £4).

A spokesman said: “Once you have entered you can get sponsorship for us, for your own cause or simply enjoy the experience!”

The event takes place on Wednesday July 14 at 7pm at the Park’s north entrance, near the Hope & Anchor inn. Entry forms are available at www.wreakevalleyrotary.org.uk.

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 16

WI news THURCASTON & Cropston WI’s annual birthday party was held at the June meeting and as usual members provided a splendid buffet which was thoroughly appreciated.

The evening was concluded with two quizzes which challenged us all.

Our next meeting will be held on Thursday July 1 at the Memorial Hall, Anstey Lane, Thurcaston at 7.30pm From Benita Gettings

Railway walk A NINE-MILE walk combining a ride on the Great Central Railway is planned for September.

A similar walk in May proved so popular, organisers Charnwood Borough Council have decided to put on another. It will start in Rothley with the steam train to Birstall and will include a walk around Watermead County Park to Cossington.

People who wish then to return to Rothley station (after 5 miles) can split off and the remainder of the group will walk back a further 4 miles to Rothley, making 9 miles in total.

The walks brochure with information about different walks taking place in the borough is available from local libraries.

Cllr Peter Lewis, Lead Member for Culture and Leisure for Charnwood Borough Council, said: “Walking is a great exercise and very beneficial to health so we would like to encourage more people to join in and take advantage of these walking groups. Under the guidance of trained walk leaders, residents can enjoy their walks in a safe environment and reap the health benefits.”

For more information about the walks, please contact Nita Pearson, Active Lifestyle Development Officer on 01509 634594 or email nita.pearson@charnwood.gov.uk

Church fete VISITORS TO Thurcaston’s church fete were treated to the sight of teddy bears parachuting from the church tower.

The brave bears were carried to the top of the tower in a basket before being launched in to the churchyard below. Hundreds of visitors enjoyed the sight as well as the traditional stalls, music and cream teas.

Pics: (above) Toby, Dawn & Elizabeth Williams, (above right) Parachuting bears were Rob Toon and Tim Holland

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 17

New Mayor COUNCILLOR JILL Vincent is the new Mayor of Charnwood.

She has represented the Southfields ward in Loughborough on Charnwood Borough Council for the last 15 years.

Councillor Vincent’s daughter, Emma Aronica, will be the Mayoress for the year.

Graffiti partnership CHARNWOOD BOROUGH Council has formed a partnership with Virgin Media to help tackle graffiti across the Borough.

The deal will provide the Borough Council with resources to help keep media boxes clean. Media boxes are the square metal boxes found on many streets and pavements that are often seen as blank canvasses by graffiti vandals.

The partnership will see the Council and Virgin Media work together to tackle the root causes of graffiti, identify and prosecute graffiti vandals and reduce incidents of graffiti.

Councillor Hilary Fryer, Lead Member for the Environment for Charnwood Borough Council, said: “This partnership will provide us with resources and support to help us tackle graffiti in our area. Graffiti spoils neighbourhoods, town and villages and we devote a lot of Council time and money cleaning up after an inconsiderate few.

“This partnership with Virgin Media will allow us to clean up more graffiti and identify the causes and people responsible.”

Neal Walshe, spokesman for Virgin Media said: “We are delighted to be working with Charnwood Borough Council to combat the antisocial menace of graffiti. We are confident

Small Ads Small ads are 25p for the first 16 words. 17-32 words: 50p. Enclosing payment, post your ad to us or hand it in (inside an envelope) at Rothley library or Rothley Post Office on Woodgate.

Trade/business rates for small ads are 25p a word.

You are liable for the trade/business rate if you are offering a service for which you are asking for payment, or if you are advertising new goods for sale. All text will be printed bold. Box outline £1 extra. Max 50 words.

AIRPORT CARS Birstall. Airports, Seaports, Long Distance, Courier. Tel: 0777 1984806 AMLI DESIGN Architectural Consultancy.

Plans drawn and submitted. Extensions, conversions, new build. David Ives B.Sc.(Hons) FBEng MCIOB 0116 2674395 / 07974807111 www.amlidesign.co.uk

Fundraising year Pic: Cllr Mike Preston, Leader of the Council & Cllr Hilary Fryer, Lead Member for Environment

that our joint efforts will result in a significant improvement in the local environment.”

To report graffiti to the council, please contact: 01509 634563 or email cleaner.greener@charnwood.co.uk

New café in garden CUSTOMERS VISITING Goscote Nurseries in Cossington are in for a treat, as the Leicestershire based catering company, Mr Beanbags has opened a café there.

Mr Beanbags has operated cafes and restaurants in garden centres and nurseries for over 15 years, and are now expanding to join forces with Goscote Nurseries. The new café offers a warm and friendly welcome any day of the week from their enthusiastic staff and offers a varied menu for breakfasts, morning snacks, light lunch-

es and, of course, the traditional afternoon cream tea.

Mr Beanbags’ Carl Durham said: “Goscote Nurseries is a relaxing place, with an established garden of its own and I am pleased to be opening a Mr Beanbags branch so that people can stop and enjoy the atmosphere with a cuppa and something to eat”.

The design practice based at the nursery has won another award.

Frances Dunham of Goscote Design Practice

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 18

ROTHLEY METHODIST Ladies Circle’s fundraising year concluded with a coffee morning.

It enabled the group to present a cheque for £500 to Heather Marshall from their chosen charity, the Loughborough Street Pastors organisation.

Joint President Joan Lovett said: “In addition to this, £400 was given to the Rothley Methodist Church and in consequence, we wish to express our very sincere thanks to all those who contributed to this success.” was awarded an RHS Silver Medal for a show garden at the Malvern Spring Show.

The garden had a circus theme with a central performance area and the judges praised the strong design flair and the attention to detail.

All of the plants used in the garden were supplied by Goscote Nurseries and are available to view now.

Goscote Design Practice was recently awarded an Association of Professional Landscapes award for the re-design of a garden in Swithland.

For more information contact Goscote Nurseries or Goscote Design Practice. Tel: 01509 812 121, email: sales@goscote.co.uk

Noticeboard all details printed free The Archaeology of Rothley Saturday July 31, 10am – 1pm Free admission The Old School Rooms, 3 School Street, Rothley, LE7 7RA From the stone age to Roman times A rare opportunity for visitors to view an exhibition of archaeological finds from Rothley’s rich and interesting past ••• CLASH – Community Leicester Arthritis Self Help Volunteer urgently wanted to help with Group Administration If you have available time and experience (including IT) to support the running of this local self help group, please contact Chris Thomas on 07954584402 or email 2006clash@gmail.com •••

CLASH Coffee Morning Saturday August 28, 10am to 12noon At the Methodist Coffee Shop, Wanlip Lane, Birstall Information on arthritis, tombola Fairtrade coffee, cakes, books & nice things to buy All Proceeds to CLASH •••

Dance classes for toddlers and parents Wednesdays 10-11am Mountsorrel Children’s Centre, Mountsorrel School July 21 - August 25. £1 per session to book your place contact Suzanne 0116 3055267 Charnwood Active Together •••

Back into netball 10 week course for adults 16+ Birstall, Stonehill High School Mondays 6.30-7.30pm July 26 – Sept 27. £2.50 per session for more information or to book your place contact Matt on 01509 632535 •••

Tea & Cakes St Leonard’s Church, Main Street, Swithland Sat & Sun, July 10 & 11 Sat & Sun, August 14 & 15 from 2-5pm Donations in aid of church funds ••• Mothers’ Union

Summer Fayre Saturday August 7, 10am to 12noon St Leonard’s Church, Main Street, Swith-

land Tombola, cakes, nearly new, books, plants, raffle, sales table Admission £1 inc coffee and biscuits Proceeds to Mothers’ Union •••

Duck Race Planning is now under way for the Duck Race to be held on Bunney’s field on Saturday September 11 starting at 11.30am with the first race at 12noon We Need Your Help!

Can you spare any time on the day to help us with • setting up in the morning • running a stall • clearing away at the end If so please see or call Claire Huchings 2376637 or Paula Gale 2303999 We also need • bottles for the bottle tombola • any unwanted gifts for the tombola • small toys for the Lucky Dip • cakes on the Friday or Saturday • any ideas you have for a stall this is the Scout group’s biggest fundraiser, please help to make it as big a success as last time. Please come along and bring your family and friends for a quacking good family afternoon Continued on back page

Birstall Pool Longslade College, Wanlip Lane, Birstall Selected Free Swim Sessions For U16s and over 60s Card required Please contact janehill@longslade.leics.sch.uk or go to www.longslade.leics.sch.uk for the current timetable ••• Riverside United under 12s 2010/11

Players Wanted We are looking for new players for next season Are you fed up of being on the bench or fancy a new challenge?

Riverside may be the team for you We aim to be competing at the top end of our Division, so if you fancy the challenge come and join our friendly bunch of lads We train at Wreake Valley College, Syston 6-7.30pm and most Saturdays, time to be confirmed All coaches are CRB checked and at least Level 1 qualified, if you are interested in playing your football at a friendly club please don’t hesitate to contact Chris Reed 07742009343 or email riversideunited1@btinternet.com or just come along •••

Advertise in

THE ROTHLEY POST 1) Decide what size you want.

2) Send us a sketch of your ad.

3) We design, publish & send you the bill 53 x 70mm £20 • 53 x 142mm £36 109 x 70mm £36 • 109 x 142mm £60 CALL for an advertising rate card, or view online at www.birstallpost.co.uk

Diddi Dancers

PRICES EXCLUDE VAT

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 19

Continued from page 19

•••

Rothley Parish Church Services every Sunday at 9am, 10.30am, 6.30pm All ages welcome If you would like us to pray for you at this time, please leave a message on 2302626 or email: parishchurch@rpc.ctlconnect.co.uk •••

Tigers Charity Cricket Match Friday August 13, 6pm Rothley Park Cricket Club, Westfield Lane For further info please check the website at www.rothleyparkcc.co.uk •••

Loughborough Farmers Market 2nd Wednesday of the month Devonshire Square, Loughborough Between 9am and 2.30pm Next markets July 14, Aug 11 Featuring a wide variety of local produce including a variety of meats both cured and rare breed, sausage, bacon; fruit pies and savoury pastries; a wide range of vegetables inc organic; plants & flowers; herbs, handmade natural soaps & body

care products; honey & beeswax products; chutneys, pickles, jams and preserves; wholemeal flour & muesli; eggs & cheeses; bread, cakes. And fruit juices along with seasonal products, brought to you by knowledgeable and friendly traders.

For possible stall reservations or further information, please call our Markets & Fairs Team at Charnwood Borough Council on 01509 634624 or email: market.fairs@charnwood.gov.uk. Or log on to www.charnwood.gov.uk ••• The next in the series of

Charity Whist Drives organised by Derek Farr will be held in the Rothley Centre, Mountsorrel Lane, Rothley on Thursdays July 1, August 5 and September 2 commencing at 7.30pm • ••

Soar Valley Bowling Club Loughborough Road, Rothley LE7 7NL Turn up and play, every Tuesday 2-4pm Audrey 2875748 David 01509 0822972 •••

Advertise in

THE ROTHLEY POST 1) Decide what size you want.

2) Send us a sketch of your ad.

3) We design, publish & send you the bill 53 x 70mm £20 • 53 x 142mm £36 109 x 70mm £36 • 109 x 142mm £60 CALL for an advertising rate card, or view online at www.birstallpost.co.uk PRICES EXCLUDE VAT

Rothley Post JUL/AUG 2010 (83), page 20

Free Health Checks Weight, blood pressure, body fat percentage, body composition, basal metabolic rate, muscle mass, total body water percentage Provided by Charnwood Borough Council Birstall Library, 10am –1pm, July 15, Aug 19, Sep 16 Rothley Library, 2-5pm, Sep 20 Mountsorrel Library, 2-5pm, July 12, Sep 13 Details: 01509 632535

active.together@charnwood.gov.uk

THE ROTHLEY POST YOUR COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER

Longslade College, Wanlip Lane, Birstall, Leicester LE4 4GH Editor: Mr Jerry Jackson Editorial/Advertising (Tel & Fax)

0116 2674213

Correspondence, news etc can be handed in at: Rothley Library, Rothley Post Office or to our office in the Youth Centre, Longslade College, Birstall editor@birstallpost.co.uk