Rothley Post (84) Sep 2010

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SEP/OCT 2010

ISSUE No. 84

Cool new play

Songwriter’s new CD released FOUR YEARS in the making, the latest CD from Rothley songwriter and restaurant owner Jim Burke has just been released.

PiC: Annie & Georgia Taylor play on the equipment

CHILDREN HAVE given the thumbs up to new play equipment on the Fowke Street playing field.

“It’s cool” said nine year old Georgia Taylor, while her sister Annie (11) said: “It’s better, there’s more to do now as the equipment before was for the little ones but this is better for our age group”.

Rothley Parish Council successfully bid for £50,000 of government funding, a bid put together by Parish Councillors Olwen Jones and Shona Greenwood-Brown after consulting with young people in the village about the Continued on page 5

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‘The City Girl Sings’ features vocalist Louise Williams, a professional singer from Birstall.

Jim said: “It’s taken me four years to put the 12 tracks together in my spare time, which I have little of, running Rothley Fisheries and restaurant”.

Jim’s day off is Pic: Vocalist Louise Williams Monday, most of which have been spent at a recording studio in Syston, ‘Music Design’.

Jim said “The owner Dave Buswell has been Continued on page 3

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a great help in putting the album together with me. The songs are all contemporary, I try to pick original themes and lyrics with strong melodies.”

Singer Louise said: “Jim is an incredibly talented songwriter and was looking for a female singer to record some of his new

Epic bike ride

Pic: Hannah Gladstone (left) and Eleanor Playfair at the start of their ride

TWO ROTHLEY teenagers cycled on a tandem from Land’s End to John O’Groats, raising £2000 for a Zambian hospital.

Pic: the album cover

material. It’s been a whirlwind, and we’ve now filmed a music video for the first single ‘Love Song’ from the album.”

Jim added: “It’s very early days but already EMI records have shown an interest in the album and Chris Highton of BBC Radio Leicester is featuring the album for one week on his afternoon programme.”

View a music video of one of the songs from the album at www.louise-williams.com

Hannah Gladstone (18) and Eleanor Playfair (18) took 17 days and travelled 1092 miles, staying in Youth Hostels, B&Bs and at friends’ homes.

Hannah said: “We started off really slowly only managing 40 or 50 miles a day through Cornwall and Devon. The weather was cloudy and windy and the hills seemed very steep, however by the time we had reached Scotland we must have been fitter as we were managing 70 or 80 miles a day and conquering steep Scottish climbs.”

She added: “We had three breakdowns on the way including having to buy a complete new tyre. We also got lost in Birmingham and

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ended up on the main dual carriageway through the centre. The main highlight though was crossing the border into Scotland and realising the end was in sight. We celebrated in style at the end by having a three-course meal in a hotel”.

The girls chose Mukinge Hospital in Zambia as the charity to support as Eleanor had visited it to see a family friend who worked there. She said: “It was a truly life changing experience and seeing the appalling condition of the equipment and facilities out there made me really want to do something about it!”

The money raised is to be used to develop a leprosy centre in the hospital grounds.

Pic: David Lynch with his wife Jane (left) & colleague Jean Ross-Clyne

Postmaster says goodbye AFTER 27 years behind the counter, Rothley Postmaster David Lynch has announced his retirement.

Getting up at 5.30am six days a week will now be a thing of the past but the early starts

did not bother him. “I can honestly say when I’ve got up in the morning, I’ve never thought

‘Oh no!’ I have enjoyed working here” says David.

Before becoming Postmaster David (65) and his wife Jane had been in the pub trade, licensees of the Crown on North Street and the Free Trade at Sileby. He has seen many changes, both in the village and in the Post Office.

He said: “When we first came to Rothley everybody knew everybody, the pubs were all busy, we had characters then, we had street parties! Now the village is expanding and a lot of people don’t know their neighbours.

“When I started at the Post office it was all ledgers written in pencil, now of course it’s computerised and we handle a lot less cash and have gone into banking and foreign currency. The number of parcels we handle has seen a huge increase because of ebay.”

There have been two burglaries at the Post Office in David’s time. In the mid nineties the Police told him that organised criminals were watching the Post Office and monitoring his movements, and he was asked to wear a panic button that when pressed would summon an immediate Police response. In the event, nothing happened, much to his relief.

In his retirement David plans to travel, continue playing bowls and to learn the piano as well as getting his way through the more than 50 bottles of Scotch and wine that well wishers, colleagues and fellow shopkeepers have given him as a mark of their affection and respect.

“I’d like to thank everyone for the cards and gifts, it is very kind of them, we will buy something to remember our time in Rothley” he said.

Rothley Parish Council Chairman Percy Hartshorn said: “David has always been very supportive of the Parish Council and village affairs in general and served Rothley well for 27 years. He will be missed by all sections of the village especially the pensioners. We hope he has as much success delivering his bowls at he did with the post.”

The Managing Director of the Post Office David Smith, sent David a certificate, a gift voucher and a letter thanking him for his dedication and service to the Post Office.

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Open gardens busy MORE THAN 20 gardens in Thurcaston and Cropston were opened to visitors in June, as part of the Open Gardens weekend.

The Richard Hill School PTA organised the event and the school fair that took place during the weekend and the two events combined raised £2900 for school funds.

Spokeswoman Linda Bennett said: “It was a good turnout considering the Sunday afternoon clashed badly with an important England game. Everybody I spoke to seemed to be really enjoying themselves and the gardeners certainly did.”

Pic (right): Dennis Bull, garden owner Sue Hendry and Margaret Bull Pic (top): Garden owners Shelley and Ian Pearce

Anti-social behaviour falling ROTHLEY HAS seen a reduction of antisocial behaviour (ASB) say the Police.

Charnwood Local Policing Unit has released figures for the total street incidents of ASB . For the year 2009/10, the figure was 3437 across the Charnwood Policing area, up by 159 over the 12 month period, a rise of five per cent from 2008/09.

Five of the 10 sub areas had seen figures drop, including a ten per cent reduction in Birstall and a 35 per cent reduction in Rothley.

Mountsorrel has had an increase of 13 per cent, and Bradgate six per cent.

Play equipment from page 1 facilities they would like to see.

“It’s been heaving with children this summer holiday, and we’ve had very positive comments from the children using it, and parents” said Olwen.

The equipment consists of a slide, climbing apparatus, a birds-nest swing and see-saw, linked by pathways and landscaping features which will be planted later this month by Goscote Nurseries, who help design the layout.

Lafarge donated the granite boulders.

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Rothley’s historic past 150 VISITORS turned out to see local finds and hear expert archaeologists speak on the latest digs in the parish at a mini festival of archaeology in the Old School Rooms.

Organised by Rothley Heritage Trust, the exhibition displayed actual finds from the main Rothley archaeological sites excavated over the last 100 years, including building materials and pottery from two Roman villas, artefacts from two Saxon burial grounds and two prehistoric sites including stone tools, pottery and rare artwork.

A colourful Saxon re-enactment group in period dress displayed high quality replica armour, weapons, tools and domestic materials.

Three professional archaeologists were present giving talks and advice on the finds they had excavated in Rothley.

The exhibition also featured the finding in May 2009 by a metal detectorist of a late Bronze Age copper alloy axe mould and three axes. Leicestershire Museums are seeking to purchase this hoard, which has been declared Treasure.

Brian Verity, Chair of Rothley Heritage Trust, said: “The day was highly successful with visitors expressing excitement and high praise for the quality and quantity of the exhibits on display. It confirms our belief that there is a strong community interest in Rothley’s historic environment.

“This happy result would not have been achieved without the support of the local shops who displayed our posters especially the Time and Plaice, Mercury shop, Post Office and Bradley’s mini market. The Rothley Post’s Noticeboard was the first to make an announcement. A vital role was played also by units of the Heritage Services department of Leicestershire County Council including the museum resource centres at Barrow on Soar, Lutterworth and Birstall Holly Hayes. Finally we

had the essential support from all those visitors who came, enjoyed themselves and donated so generously into our begging bucket. To all of you please accept our grateful thanks.”

Pics (clockwise from top): Anglo Saxon pottery; the Rothley Hoard (photo British Museum); Kath and Ian Geary from The English Companions Anglo Saxon Group

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Cricket afternoon ROTHLEY PARK Cricket Club’s annual charity match in August raised over £8000 for local good causes A Leicester Tigers XI captained by Harry Ellis narrowly defeated a Matt Hampson Trust XI by one wicket in their annual 20/20 cricket match which attracted over 1,300 spectators.

Jeremy Simpson from the Rothley club said: “It is 10 years since the event was first held at Rothley Park Cricket Club and the event continues to grow each year. It is a fantastic afternoon, not just for the spectators but for the players and their families”.

Charities to benefit from the event this year included LOROS, The Matt Hampson Trust, The Richard Engelhardt Trust and the development of junior cricket at Rothley Park.

Harry Ellis won the toss for the Tigers and put the Matt Hampson Trust XI team into bat captained by Matt Elliott. Out of a score of 204-7 Matthew Hoggard topped with 47 before being caught by James Grindal. George Chuter surprised us all with two for 15 as pick of the bowlers performance.

The Tigers reply was all guns blazing as Craig Newby set about destroying the bowling attack which included Claude Henderson, James Taylor, Paul Nixon and Darren Maddy.

Newby eventually retired after reaching his century which included 11 sixes and seven fours.

James Grindal knocked a quick 31 before retiring and leaving captain Harry Ellis to hit the winning runs with two overs to spare and one wicket.

Pic: Batsman Freddie Tuilagi & wicket keeper James Grindal

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Parish Council notes A FULL meeting of Rothley Parish Council was held on June 21.

Chairman Percy Hartshorn congratulated Cllr Steve Mitchell on being awarded the MBE. PC Steve Rhodes introduced Rothley’s new PCSO, Nigel Ritchie.

It was reported that Rothley’s Village Design Statement team had had its first meeting.

Councillors agreed that Rothley be included in a pilot scheme, run by the County Council, to reduce street light usage by switching off lights in side streets from midnight until 5.30am.

A full meeting of Rothley Parish Council was held on July 19.

It was reported that Charnwood Borough Council are preparing a report on the condition of the chapel at the Rothley Court Hotel.

A representative from the Village Design Statement team reported that to obtain full assistance from the Rural Community Council, a Parish Plan should be completed before a VDS. It was agreed that the Parish Council work with the VDS team to prepare a Parish Plan.

The Council agreed to consider a request from Rothley Sports and Social Club to access Section 106 funding to improve security at their premises.

It was reported that the new play equipment on the Fowke Street playing field was being installed.

New lighting in the main hall of the Rothley Centre has been installed. The Thursday Tea Dance Group provided half of the funding.

A full meeting of Rothley Parish Council was held on August 16.

It was agreed that the Council request that the Police supply a more detailed list of crime figures in Rothley in the monthly NHW report, which has recently had its format changed.

The Council agreed to obtain a Community compost bin, which will be emptied by Charnwood Borough Council. Its location is yet to be determined.

Chairman Percy Hartshorn and Cllr Brian Popple reported on a meeting they had had with a Charnwood Planning Officer, Nigel Thompson, about the location and type of play equipment that may be located on the Charles Church Brookfield Farm development.

Cllr Hartshorn said Mr Thompson had left them with the impression that development would go ahead, although currently no planning application has been submitted. Developers Charles Church and officers from Charnwood’s planning department are believed to be in negotiations.

Cllr Hartsorn said that he understood that the number of dwellings now proposed had reduced from 210 to 180. He reported that he had urged that the balancing pond be created immediately, as surface water run off was already causing local properties to flood.

It was reported that developers are showing an interest in a 3.5 hectare site for 90 dwellings off Walton Way, at the rear of the Rothley Sports and Social Club.

It was reported that the new play equipment on the Fowke Street playing field was proving popular, although there was a problem with

litter on the playing field. Waste contractors SERCO have quoted a sum of £2000 a year to litter pick the site, and it was agreed that the Playing Fields committee consider this and other options at a meeting in September.

It was reported that the County Council’s Shire Grant scheme had stopped due to cutbacks, and that this money had previously met half the annual overheads of the Rothley Youth Project.

A FULL meeting of Thurcaston & Cropston Parish Council was held on June 17.

The Leicestershire Rural Housing Enabler, Richard Windley and Paul Robertson of Charnwood Borough Council explained their role in the provision of affordable rural housing for those people who cannot afford to buy on the open market, and who live in the parish or have connections to it.

It was agreed to conduct a parish survey to establish local need, and that the Council liaise with Mr Windley to progress the project, A resident reported that a large motorhome had been parked in Sandham Bridge Road, Cropston for at least two weeks. PC Steve Rhodes has been advised.

It was reported that the evening and Sunday 123 bus service would be discontinued from

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July 18 and that the County Council subsidy of £37,000 per year would be withdrawn.

Concern was expressed that the proposed Ashton Green development would cause congestion on local roads, especially at peak times.

The Council agreed to remove shrubs bordering the main driveway in the cemetery, trim back two holly trees, clear shrubs in the turning circle shrub bed and to tarmac the main driveway.

It was agreed that the old tiles be removed and a new ceiling be fitted in the Memorial Hall six inches below the existing ceiling level, total cost not to exceed £2,332.

Associated electrical work was agreed at £1213. A quotation to deal with damp problems in the storeroom of £1720 was accepted. Once these works have been completed the Council agreed that the Hall be redecorated at a cost not to exceed £2000.

It was agreed to invite the Mayor of Charnwood to a film show in the Memorial Hall in November.

It was noted than an area of land approximately 6.49 acres is for sale on Leicester Road. The clerk was requested to ask Charnwood Borough Council what the situation was regarding development.

It was agreed to proceed with the installation of a new bus shelter at the bus stop next to Guild Close.

There was no meeting in July.

MBE honour

Chairman’s Exam success service

ROTHLEY’S STEVE Mitchell has been awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday honours list.

Steve (59), of Anthony Street, was given the honour for ‘services to education’. He has been a teacher for the last 37 years at Shelthorpe primary school in Loughborough – it was his first post after qualifying as a teacher in 1973.

As well as class teaching, Steve has been involved with coaching sports teams, including soccer, cricket, gymnastics, swimming and athletics. He has played a major role with adult, youth and community programmes at the school, organised community events and for many years ran the schools’ summer playscheme.

Colleagues, parents and other members of the community began collecting testimonials for Steve’s MBE some four years ago.

He said: “I am of course very grateful and honoured to be held in such a high esteem by all these people”.

Steve has been a Rothley Parish Councillor since 2007.

THE APPOINTMENT of Peter Osborne as the new Chairman of Leicestershire County Council is to be marked by a special service in Rothley Parish Church on Sunday October 3.

The commemorative service is open to all and commences at 10.30am. Visitors are requested to be in their seats by 10.15am. Refreshments will be available after the service in the Old School Rooms.

Peter has represented the village as County Councillor since 1999. He is also a Charnwood Borough Councillor.

Politics and involvement in the local community is something of an Osborne family tradition. Peter’s father served as a Member of Parliament 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 also Vice-Chairman of the Conservative Party in the 1970s. Peter’s late twin brother, Bob, served on the County Council for many years and held the position of Leader of the Conservative Group.

Pic: Steve Mitchell

Pic: Peter Osborne

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A BUSY Spring Term culminated in a fully subscribed entry for the examination sessions at the Pilbeam Academy of Dance.

There were exams at Rothley Village Hall in front of Miss Monica Bannister, Senior Examiner of the Society and at the Rothley Village Centre with Miss Karen Yates of Stourbridge.

The results were 100% success and included 3 Special Commendations and 23 Commendations for the Exam section, from an entry of 57 students. There was an Honours grading, including 2 Recommendations in the Medal section, from an entry of 35 students.

Next term starts on Monday September 6, for which there are a limited number of places available and will see rehearsals leading to the bi-annual show in November.

Young inventor’s toy A 13 year old from Rothley launched his prizewinning new toy at Rothley school in July.

Tom Spring and his Putty Monsters toy won first prize in a competition organised by internet retailer Firebox, who were looking for the next big toy craze.

Tom’s creation, which features putty and a pair of eyes that can be moulded with monster figures, has gone into production with Tom keeping fifty per cent of the profits.

Pupils at Rothley school were the first to try Tom’s new toy and gave it the thumbs up, liking the colours and the squidgeyness.

Tom, a pupil at Stonehill school in Birstall, says he has dreamt of becoming an inventor for as long as he can remember. “I came up with the Putty Monster idea because I like to play with putty. I’ve always been into monsters and aliens and I’m a big fan of the Flanimals stories,

so it makes sense to bundle them all together.”

Unlike traditional modelling materials such as plasticine or clay, anything modelled in the putty will slowly melt at room temperature.

Users will be encouraged to create as many different ‘Monsters’ as possible from the putty and eyes, they will take photographs of their creations and upload them to an online database before they melt away. One they have uploaded their monster they will be encouraged to name it and describe its characteristics.

Online users will also be able to see other people’s uploaded creations, comment, vote for their favourites and learn more about the Putty Monsters.

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Pics: (left) Tom Spring holding a putty monster & above, children at Rothley school try Tom’s toy

Harvest services ROTHLEY PARISH Church welcomes everyone in the village to join them at any of the harvest services this year on Sunday September 26.

This year the services will be slightly different with contributions from Rothley businesses involved in the production of harvest goods.

9am Holy Communion 10.30am Harvest Festival ( a family service with children’s programme) 6.30pm Harvest Evensong (a choral evensong with robed choir) If you would like a lift please contact the Church office on 0116 2302626

Bronze expedition

Girls’ big sleepover BROWNIES, GUIDES and Rangers from Anstey, Thurcaston & Cropston, part of the Bradgate District, snoozed their way through the night on Saturday June 19 in Quorn Hall, helping to break the Guinness World Record for the largest sleepover over 24 hours.

20,000 people gook part in the ‘Giant Sleepover’, raising funds for charity, breaking the record and giving thousands of parents the night off! Midnight feast, gossiping, giggling and late night whisperings were all the order of the day (and night) with events taking place across the UK and abroad.

The Bradgate sleepover event also aimed to celebrate 100 years of Girlguiding. There was a host of activities all based around the centenary during the afternoon and evening: there were hats, flags, crafts, an outdoor picnic and getting together for a traditional camp fire sing-song.

Girlguiding meetings are run by volunteers and Thurcaston and Cropston units are looking for more helpers. If you would like to volunteer to help in any way please contact Louise Keran on 0116 2673162.

NINE LOCAL Girl Guides have completed their Bronze expedition of the Duke of Edinburgh award.

The girls, all Rangers with the Thurcaston and Cropston Guides, camped overnight at Quorn in July. Rebecca Cioca, Rebecca Cross, Emily Gaskin, Amy Geraghty, Hannah Graham, Lauren Jardine, April Laughton, Bethany Marvin and Melody Pappadopolous now move on to the Silver level of the award.

Spokeswoman Irene Marriott said: “We now have spaces for a new group at Bronze level so if you are a girl in school year nine or above, and want to find out more, call me on 0116 2364295 or email Christine Miranda on cbm189@aol.com.”

Meetings are held fortnightly at Richard Hill School. Thurcaston on Wednesdays, 7-8.30pm, £2 per evening. The first meeting is September 8 and parents are encouraged to attend this first meeting too.

Pic: Thurcaston & Cropston Rangers on their camping trip.

New HQ ROTHLEY SCOUT group have been given permission to build a new headquarters.

Charnwood Borough Council approved plans to replace the 1960s hut in North Street, Rothley with a brick hall with kitchens and an office.

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WEA courses NHW news & crime report

COURSES OFFERED by the WEA Birstall And Rothley Branch this autumn: LAND OF THE PHARAOHS: archaeology of Ancient Egypt A chance to explore the fascinating world of the Pharaohs by looking at a number of sites and topics. Beginning with TWO PEOPLE have been arrested and attention to people’s houses, then call the Police. the early Pyramids of the Old Kingdom, we will move along We held a beat surgery at the allotments on several thousands of pounds worth of the Nile to explore the tombs in the Valley of the Kings, equipment has been recovered following Loughborough Road, Rothley on July 10 which Queens, Nobles and, as an insight into their social life, the a great success. We met more than 15 a burglary at the GCR’s Swithland sidings. was workmen’s village of Deir el Medina. “Look upon my works, allotment holders and were able to offer crime Two people were arrested following two burye mighty, and despair!” prevention advice and listen to any issues they glaries on Hallfields Lane in June. Due to the had.

Tutor: Colin Groves prompt actions of a member of the public ringing The next beat surgeries: Fee £48.75. Discounted: £43.90 (not available to the the Police and giving a description of a man seen • Tuesday Sep 9, 10am to 12noon, Rowena Retired) or Free. damaging a car on Mountsorrel Lane, Police Garden Centre, Rothley Venue: The Rothley Centre, Mountsorrel Lane, Rothley officers attended and after searching the area • Saturday, Sep 25, 9-10.30am, Cross Green, LE7 7PR arrested a man matching the description. Faced Rothley; 11am-12.30pm, Wheatsheaf Pub car Date: Tuesday 10-11.30am 10 meetings from 21st Sepwith the evidence, the man later admitted commit- park, Thurcaston; 1.30-3pm Bradgate Pub car tember 2010 ting the damage. park, Station Road, Cropston Postal bookings essential for this course.

Following a complaint from a resident about a Crime Report, Rothley, June & July 2010 AFTERNOON TAI CHI group of young people camping out Burglary 3, burglary non-dwellThe soft flowing movements of Tai Chi promote health on the Spinney behind Woodfield ing 5, theft of caravan 1, theft of and mental focus and one posture of the 24 sequential Road and Templar Way, officers atvehicle 1, theft from vehicle 2, theft movements is taught each week. Beginners and those with tended the area and took the names 4, damage 2 more experience are very welcome. Please wear loose of several young people present. This Cropston, June & July 2010 clothing and flat-soled shoes. will be followed up by home visits by Theft 1, burglary 1, damage 1 the Beat team and the Charnwood Tutor: Laraine Tucker Thurcaston, June & July 2010 Borough Council Community Safety Fee £78. Discounted £70.20 (not available to the ReTheft of vehicle 1, theft of tools Team. tired) or Free 1, burglary non-dwelling 2 In warm weather, always make Venue: Birstall Methodist Church Rooms, Wanlip Lane, From PC 544 Steve Rhodes sure your windows and doors are Birstall LE4 4JS & PCSO 6647 Nigel Ritchie closed when you leave the house, even Date: Tuesday 1.30-3.30pm. 12 meetings from 21st Tel: 0116 222 2222 to leave a if you are only in your back garden.

September 2010 message Rothley, Thurcaston & If you see somebody who isn’t PAINTING PEOPLE: perspectives on portraiture usually in the area paying lots of Cropston’s From the Indian portrait to Western concepts of PC Steve Rhodes realism to contemporary avant-garde portraiture, this course explores some of the different approaches to the representation of people in art. No experience necessary-just a lively and open-minded interest in art!

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Mini rugby coaching BIRSTALL RUGBY Football Club are pleased to announce that they will be providing the opportunity for children to play mini rugby this forthcoming season.

Over 40 children from Riverside, Highcliffe and Rothley schools attended after school sessions ran by the club’s head coach Chris Byrne and club secretary David Bonser throughout May, June and July.

“The steps these children have made over the previous weeks have been incredible” commented Chris Byrne. “It is pleasing to see

how the children from all three schools have bonded and formed a real team spirit between them, hopefully for a lot of the children this will have been an enjoyable first step onto the rugby ladder.”

Secretary David Bonser said: “By using the RFU’s new core values of the game the children took on the responsibility of meeting the clubs high levels of behaviour and teamwork.

The last ten weeks hasn’t just seen a huge leap in their playing skills but also their personal skills. Rugby brings with it a lot of responsibility no matter what age or ability you are and it was good to see them taking the lead when needed and helping each other along”.

A training and fixture programme is currently being completed which will also include activity mornings and multisport

skills sessions. Birstall RFC have designed this in conjunction with Nottingham Rugby’s Community Department focusing on the child’s development of core skills and not forgetting enjoyment through game sense activities.

The club will begin sessions at their new base of Stonehill High School on Sunday September 5 starting at 10.30am. All players aged 8 years old and below (before September 1, 2010) are welcome to come and try mini rugby out and parents will have the opportunity to register their child on the day.

For more information regarding Birstall RFC Minis please visit www.birstallrfc.co.uk or by calling David Bonser on 07841 58 42 06.

Pic: Children from Riverside, Highcliffe and Rothley schools with coaches (l-r) Kieran Warner, David Bonser, Chris Byrne and Graham Robinson.

Lions 10k race ROTHLEY AND Soar Valley Lions 10 kilometre road race in June was won by Leicester Tri-Club’s Connor Murphy in 32.57

Diana Lobacevske was the first woman home in 37.03. The event, now in its 25th year, attracted more than 600 runners.

Lion President Norma Grimes said: “It’s a truly impressive community event. The money raised from sponsorship and entry fees enables the club to offer much needed financial support to many charities and other deserving causes within the locality.”

This year’s event raised £4500 and over 25 years, more than £100,000.

Pic: Lion Colin Favell, Lion President Norma Grimes and Lion John Simmons with junior winners Alice Goodbourn and Joshua Slingsbury

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Day of talents

Pirates for a day

CHILDREN FROM Reception and Year 1 at Richard Hill Primary School in Thurcaston enjoyed a day of pirate ROTHLEY’S JAMES Pilbeam (pictured) was fun at Beaumanor Hall recently. one of the musicians performing at a fundChildren, teachers, support staff and raising Day of Talents at St James’ Church, parent helpers joined in with the spirit of the day by dressing up as pirates.

Birstall in June Before the trip the children had been busy making treasure maps, telescopes and cutlasses as well as doing literacy and numeracy activities based around the pirate theme. While at Beaumanor the children made pirate hats, took part in a treasure hunt, played pirate maths puzzles and lots more. Parents were then invited into school to watch the children perform a pirate assembly to show what they had been learning.

Reception Class teacher Mrs Jayne Morley said: “The children had a fantastic day taking part in activities to enhance their learning whilst having a fun and memorable time.”

The proceeds have been divided between orphanages in Bethany and Cameroon and ‘Carefree’ a Barnardo’s charity for young carers.

During the day the church resounded with vocal and instrumental music, handbell ringing and a group of young girls performed their version of Jellicle cats. There were several displays on view and in the new community area visitors gathered for refreshments and a chat. Proceeds were raised through sponsorships, donations, refreshments, a raffle and sales.

Cynthia Coltman, Jane Scott and Laura Gregory would like to thank everyone who supported the event, which raised £1425.

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Golf summer season THE SUMMER season got off to busy start at Rothley Park Golf Club with a packed schedule of events.

The annual Pro-Am Tournament saw 36 leading Midland golf professionals playing amateur teams, and the Everards Brewery, Hancocks and Upton Steel Corporate Days enjoyed excellent course conditions. The club also staged charity golf tournaments including the LOROS Charity Golf Day and the Greg Brookes Charity Golf Day and the annual Club and Ladies Captains’ Days.

Keith Broughton is this year’s Club Captain. He greeted the 6.24 early birds with a champagne tee off and 180 members continued to tee off throughout the day until 3.30 in the afternoon.

The day culminated with a dinner and disco with Keith having his last dance at midnight!

“This was the first Captain’s Day in my 32 years as a member that I haven’t played, but I had a great day welcoming every team throughout the day” said Keith.”

The weather, the course

and members were all marvellous and I thank everyone for their support and contributions to a memorable day and my congratulations to Matt Hilton for winning the Captain’s Prize.”

Lady Captain, Janet McEwan also had a good turnout with over 100 ladies competing for the lady Captain’s Prize which was won by Rita Cunningham.

Janet said “The day was made very special for me by the support and generosity of the Rothley Park Ladies’ section. My Captain’s charity, CP Sport, helps provide sporting opportunities for those disabled by Cerebral Palsy”.

The two captains raised over £2000 for their chosen charities.

If you would like any more information about becoming a member at Rothley Park Golf Club please contact Club manager, Danny Spillane on 0116 230 2809 or visit www.rothleypark.co.uk Pic (right): Lady Captain, Janet McEwan, presenting the trophy and prize to winner Rita Cunningham Pic (left): club Captain, Keith Broughton, shakes hands with Matt Hilton, overall winner of Captain’s Day

Adult learning HOW MANY times have you thought “I would like to learn how to do that” or “I wish I could speak a foreign language.”

Now you can!

The Leicestershire Adult Learning Service offer a wide range of courses including IT, Languages, English and Maths, Sport, Arts & Crafts and General Interest starting in September. Courses are available at Longslade in Birstall, Rawlins in Quorn and also a small number of courses at Mountsorrel Library. You should by now have received a brochure through your door giving details of courses in your area. If you have not received a brochure through your door but would like one or would like advice on any of the courses please telephone freephone 0800 988 0308 and speak to an adviser. Alternatively contact your local college on one of the following numbers Longslade Birstall on 0116 2673389, Rawlins, Quorn on 01509 622826 or go to the website www.leics.gov.uk/golearn.

Learners in receipt of certain benefits are eligible for 70% or 100% discount, please telephone for details.

Grotspots A NEW scheme to identify and tidy up ‘grotspots’ in the village is up and running.

Trained volunteers have been provided by Charnwood with GPS transmitters that transmit the location of fly tipping, along with a photograph, direct to SERCO, the Borough Council’s waste contractors.

Volunteer Marion Vincent said: “The turning circle on the slip road from the A6 into Rothley is a constant source of tipping and this week we were kindly presented with eight bags of rubble.

“If I know this is there I can do an immediate on the spot report to SERCO complete with photograph and grid reference, all at the touch of a button. If you see any fly tipping in the village or an acute accumulation of general rubbish, overflowing bins etc, then send me an email or leave a message.”

SERCO can only remove rubbish from the highway and land owned by Charnwood, not from private property.

Marion Vincent 0116 2303405, vincent.mbe@ntlworld.com

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Cyclist injured A CYCLIST knocked off his bike by a motorist in Rothley was taken to Leicester Royal Infirmary with minor injuries.

The vehicle failed to stop and the Police are appealing for witnesses.

The collision happened at around 2.30pm on Monday July 26 outside the entrance to Farnham Bridge Farm, Loughborough Road, Rothley, near to Rowena Garden Centre. The cyclist was travelling in the cycle lane on Loughborough Road.

The vehicle is described as an old shape Ford Escort in blue, with a lighter coloured panel on the rear driver’s side of the vehicle. It is also believed the vehicle may have damage to the front driver’s side wing. The cyclist was taken to the Leicester Royal Infirmary suffering minor injuries. The vehicle was apparently pursued by a witness, but that witness has not yet made themselves known to police.

PC Angela Braithwaite, who is investigating the incident, said: “We would like to trace the witness who pursued the vehicle at the time of the incident, and to anyone else who may be able to help with our enquiries.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact PC 4357 Angela Braithwaite on 0116 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer and when prompted key in her identification number 4357. Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers free and anonymously on 0800 555 111.

History society AT THE June meeting of Rothley History Society we were privileged to enjoy a fascinating illustrated talk by the distinguished journalist and historian Leanda de Lisle, on the topic of her book: ‘The Sisters who would be Queen’; Lady Jane, Lady Katharine and Lady Mary Grey of Bradgate.

Leanda's de Lisle's opening remark was to suggest that she was not used to public speaking. She confounded this statement by giving us a most accomplished lecture. A great deal of interesting information was delivered clearly and with wry humour.

Her talk was received enthusiastically by an audience of over 50 people, including visitors and members of other History Societies. Many of the audience knew something of the story of Lady Jane Grey of Bradgate, the ‘Nine Days Queen’, but had little idea of the personalities, or intrigues and dangers surrounding the lives of Jane's sisters, Katharine and Mary. Their lives too, were dominated by their lineage and its relationship to the succession to the Crown of England. We were treated to a detailed and dramatic insight into the murky world of Tudor power politics, the characters, motives, political and religious views of the main players in this drama were highlighted, while using slides of portraits and paintings to illustrate her talk.

Leanda described life at Bradgate for the three sisters, the precocious and studious Jane, the friendly and affectionate Katharine, and the diminutive Mary: all three attended at court and mixed with royalty.

Henry VIII actually stated in his will that if his own children should die childless, Jane and her sisters

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were in direct line of succession to the throne, through their father, Sir Henry Grey, Marquess of Dorset and Duke of Suffolk who was a descendant of Elizabeth Woodville, wife of King Edward 1V. Their mother Frances, was the daughter of Henry VIII's sister, Mary Tudor, and therefore was the niece of Pic: Lady Jane Grey Henry VIII. Jane had been groomed from an early age by her ambitious parents for great things. She had been considered very suitable, being another fervent Protestant and Edward actually named her as his heir in his last months and there were high hopes that Jane might marry the boy King Edward VI, until his early death put paid to this ambition.

On Edward's death in 1553, Jane was proclaimed Queen, perhaps not as unwillingly as has been portrayed, but after nine days as Queen it was all over, and her successor Queen Mary had her and her meddlesome father as well as her young husband, Lord Guildford Dudley, executed in 1554.

Her sisters were also to suffer in the ambitions of the Grey family. Katharine, probably the prettiest and liveliest, married without the Queen's permission, Edward Seymour, Earl of Hertford. They were sent to the Tower and eventually separated for ever.

Katharine, it was said, died of a broken heart.

Of the three sisters, only Mary achieved a measure of freedom. She was reported as being “the shortest person at court”, married without royal consent, the older commoner Thomas Keyes “the

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date and time of the release which, together with the bird carrier basket, had to be returned by rail to the owner!

We were able to see various equipment and furniture in the waiting room and booking office, some of which are original to Rothley Station, but some have been retrieved from other stations on the line, such as the now demolished Leicester Central Station. Much of the paraphernalia for storage of tickets, files, etc. is the same as has always been used at the station and, there is an interesting collection of brochures and catalogues, some to advertise freight charges and others to promote day trips and costs of travel to places such as Skegness.

Rothley Station continues to be lit by gas lamps – having originally had oil lamps – the present lamp fittings apparently came from a branch of Woolworth’s and date from the 1930’s. The lamps themselves are now only available from China! The visit ended with a tour of the signal box and an opportunity to browse around the station itself and generally enjoy the ambience of a bygone era.

In conclusion, one of our Society members agreed that I might relate a family story she recounted to me about a particular memory of Rothley Station. During World War II, on one occasion, her brother came home on unexpected leave – he was based with the R.A.F. in Edinburgh – and after a very long and difficult train journey, late at night he eventually reached Leicester, where he needed to catch a G.C.R. train to Rothley.

Unfortunately, the only train heading north was not scheduled to stop at Rothley, so he asked the driver if he would slow down as the train neared Rothley to allow him time to throw off his kit-bag and then jump off himself – very hazardous in the darkness of the war-time black-out! However, the driver must have taken pity on this young serviceman and complied with his request, so thankfully, with a safe landing and mission accomplished, he walked on his way to the family home on Leicester Road, Thurcaston, where he gave his mother a complete shock, hammering on the door to be let in at dead of night, when she had absolutely no idea he was coming!

Once again, our Chairman, Colin Revell, and his wife, Nadia, kindly invited members to join them for welcome drinks at their home after the visit.

The ruins of Grace Dieu Priory, Thringstone, were the destination for our second summer visit, in July.

On Tuesday September 21, Wendy Freer will talk on ‘Making Sense of the Census and on Tuesday October 26, Mal Trott, puppeteer, will demonstrate some of his puppets. Time of both meetings: 7.30pm; venue: the Harrison Room, All Saints’ Church, Thurcaston.

A raffle will be held at the meeting on October 26: proceeds to Society funds.

From Jennifer Kennington Thurcaston and Cropston Local History Society

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biggest person at court”. He held the important post at court of Sergeant Porter, in charge of palace security. The difference in height, age and rank didn't trouble them. But their happiness was short-lived – Mary was sent into house arrest at Chequers and Keyes died in the notorious Fleet Prison.

How little personal happiness meant in the vexed question of the succession to the throne.

One thing did come out very clearly though, was that if you upset the Royal Family in any way, you invariably finished up in the Tower of London and faced the executioner's axe. One certainly had to be very careful not to lose ones head! Boy – was it perilous to be a Grey!

After such an enjoyable talk it was a pleasure to converse with Leanda de Lisle as she signed copies of her book. I can't wait to read more! So when we walk through our local and lovely Bradgate Park, perhaps we shall look at the house with different eyes and remember the sad fate of the three lively and intelligent Grey sisters. My thanks go to Janet, John, Natalie, and Susan, our Chairman.

The Rothley History Society had no meetings in July and August. We re-convene on Wednesday, September15,when our speaker is Peter Edwards, who is coming to talk about ‘Romany Life’, which we feel sure will prove an interesting and quite different talk. Our doors, at The Rothley Centre, Mountsorrel Lane, Rothley, open at 7pm and the talk starts at 7.30pm From Noreen Wilson, Programme Secretary

THE EVENING of Tuesday June 15, 2010 was ideal for railway enthusiasts, when the first of our summer visits was to the Great Central Railway’s Rothley Station.

Our informative guide for the tour of the station

Pic: Rothley station

was Colin Dean, who is a Stationmaster there.

Colin began by giving a brief history of the origins of the G.C.R. from its opening in 1899, then on through the various changes in name and management over the years and fortunately, in the 1970’s, being rescued from near dereliction to bring it to its status today as Britain’s only Double Track Main Line Heritage Railway.

It was interesting that it was originally planned for the Station to be at Swithland, but the Lord Lanesborough of the time objected to the intrusion it would bring on to his land, so the site was switched to Rothley. Also, the ultimate intention was to have a four-track line, so bridges of a suitable span were built to accommodate this, but the plan was never fulfilled.

The G.C.R. had a significant role in everyday life, not only in transporting passengers along its route between Sheffield in the North and London Marylebone in the South, but also in its freight trade, e.g. parcels, mail, luggage and farming produce to convey to market. Even racing pigeons were despatched by rail to a set destination such as Rothley, where the Stationmaster would be responsible for releasing the birds at an appointed time so they could fly back to whence they had come – the Stationmaster also had to complete a card giving the

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AT A recent meeting of Thurcaston & Cropston WI, two make up consultants from the Boots Store in Gallowtree Gate, Leicester gave us a demonstration using the Boots No.7 range of products.

A lucky member of the audience was chosen to be made up and the result was very pleasing.

Both girls answered the audience’s questions and gave some handy make-up tips. We were also shown an old lipstick from the 1950s and were all really surprised by how bright the colours were back then!

Our next meeting will be held at 7.30pm on Thursday September 2 at the Memorial Hall, Anstey lane, Thurcaston when Mrs B Weatherstone will give a cooking demonstration. Our competition: a favourite recipe.

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Noticeboard all details printed free Coffee Morning At Rothley Methodist Church, Howe Lane Every Tuesday morning, 10-11.30am come rain or shine Friendly atmosphere, everyone welcome Tea & Coffee and biscuits or toasted tea cake Proceeds for the Methodist Church •••

Coffee Morning At Rothley Methodist Church, Howe Lane October 2, 10-11.30am Stalls include cakes, bric-a-brac, books, tombola, raffle etc Proceeds for Carl Gunns Boxing Club Birstall & Rothley Methodist Church Entrance fee 50p inc coffee & biscuit •••

Monday Club THE TALK given by Mr Brian Johnson on June 14, about ‘Leicestershire Village Cinemas’ was received with great enthusiasm by the membership and there were many members sharing their early experiences of attending the various cinemas at differing stages in their lives.

Mr Johnson told us that the first moving pictures were shown in the City during 1896 but it was travelling fairs that brought the first moving picture shows to the villages and the first shows most village folk saw were usually in the very popular film booths.

In other villages local businessmen, having seen the cinema’s popularity in nearby towns would perhaps build or convert a suitable building into a cinema. In some villages, Castle Donington, Kegworth and Whetstone to name a few, old churches or chapels were converted and some were nothing more than tin shacks. The Churches were especially ideal, if there was a small balcony or gallery. So popular were these ‘picture palaces’ that in the 1930s there were as many as 51 cinemas around the county serving up to 20 million people each week!

Not only were the films appreciated but progress from the ‘Silent movies’ to the ‘Talkies’ in 1929 and the Newsreels kept the public informed as to current affairs.

Our normal Members Meeting on July 12, was our Annual Strawberry Cream Tea which was a resounding success with 38 members, family and friends attending. This year it was held at the Rowena Garden Centre in Rothley.

We owe a great debt of gratitude to our Deputy Leader, Sue Wakerley, for organising the occasion and also our thanks go the more than helpful and diligent staff of the “Rowena” Restaurant.

August's speaker, Mrs Joyce Lucas, has been nicknamed the ‘Pam Ayres of Rutland’ and alongside her many talks and slide- shows, she has written many serious and amusing poems to illustrate her concept of nature and everyday life, to which the membership could acquaint. She treated us to five poems which led us into the fascinating subject of ‘Portals’. Our resident poet Margaret Hooper, read one of her poems entitled "Bridge 61" which was very much appreciated.

Our free prize draw was won by Anne Frisby, ‘our Sunshine Lady’, a herb garden printed China mug, and then to celebrate the two birthdays of our Treasurer, Gill Smart and Diana Whatton, who apart from running the sales table treated the Club to meringues to accompany our tea!

Our next meeting will be held at the Evangelical Church Room in Station Road, Cropston at 2.15pm on September 13 for our annual Charity Harvest Bring and Buy, to raise as much money as we can, for The Royal British Legion. Please come along to support this very worthy cause and enjoy an afternoon with The Monday Club with refreshments.

From Ann Farndon

Flower Festival ‘Ruby Celebrations’ Mountsorrel Methodist Church Church Hill Road Fri Sep 3, 7pm: service followed by buffet supper, £5 Sat Sep 4: 10am-5.30pm, lunches & light refreshments available and at 7.30pm the Leicester Accordion Orchestra, £5 Sun Sep 5: services at 10.30am & 6pm. Church open all day Mon Sep 6: 10am – 3pm, church open, refreshments served All welcome Tickets : Geoff Wainwright 0116 2376979 Mountsorrel 2310@btinternet.com ••• Mountsorrel Book Club

Charity Coffee Morning Saturday September 18, 10am to 12noon Meeting room above the library, on the Green, Mountsorrel (lift access available) Cakes, raffle, books, local produce, sales table Admission £1, inc coffee & biscuits All proceeds to LOROS Please come and support us •••

Charity Bridge Drive Organised by Loughborough Lions At the Rothley Centre, Mountsorrel Lane, Rothley On Wed Nov 10 at 1.30pm with afternoon tea provided Cost £6 per person To book a table please contact Jackie on 0116 2303317 or Ann on 01509 232422 •••

Keep Fit with a Difference!

Why not join our local basketball group.

No previous experience necessary.

Open both men and women over 30.

For further details phone 267 2840

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Tea/Coffee & Cakes At St Leonard’s Church, Main Street, Swithland Saturday September 11. From 10am to 4pm Donations in aid of church funds •••

Change a Life and Become a Mentor in Charnwood!

The Charnwood Mentoring Scheme is part of Twenty/Twenty, a charity based in Leicestershire and is recruiting committed volunteer mentors The scheme pair volunteer mentors with ‘at-risk’ young people to partake in a mentoring relationship over a year. In that time both parties build skills, confidence and friendship. All volunteer mentors are trained and supported throughout their time To find out more about the Charnwood Mentoring Scheme or becoming a mentor contact the Scheme’s co-ordinator Sheila Cullinan on 01509 236144

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Friends of Birstall Swimming Pool needs swimmers to join them on Fridays 12.301.30pm at Birstall Swimming Pool We are a friendly group and we start again on Friday, September 10. The first session is £2 ••• Birstall Quilters

Coffee Morning and Sale of Work Saturday October 2 from 10am to 12noon At Birstall Methodist Church Coffee Shop Craft stall, handmade items, cake stall, raffle for a quilt, tea & coffee In aid of Help for Heroes. Admission free ••• Rothley Parish Church

Harvest Services All welcome, please come & join us Sunday September 26 9am Holy Communion

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Continued from page 19 10.30am Harvest Festival (a family service with children’s programme) 6.30pm Harvest Evensong (a choral evensong with robed choir) If you would like a lift please contact the church office on 0116 230 2626 ••• Bowls: The sport for all Make new friends and learn new skills at your local club

Soar Valley Bowling Club Loughborough Road, Rothley LE7 7NL Free drop-in sessions on Tuesdays 2-4pm Contact: Audrey 0116 2875748 David: 01509 0822972 ••• 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, September 2, October 7, November 4 at 7.30pm. Players of all standards are most welcome ••• Thurcaston & Cropston Local History Society is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a

Heritage Open Day on Saturday September 11 Venues open from 10am to 4pm are:

Planning P/10/1747/2: 158 Swithland Lane, Rothley – felling of 1 wild cherry tree P/10/1714/2: Old Farm House, 36 North Street, Rothley – erection of wall and gates to side of dwelling P/10/1717/2: 86 Town Green Street, Rothley – listed building consent, repairs and alterations P/10/1645/2: Holly Lodge, 60 The Ridgeway, Rothley - removal of lower limbs of one oak tree and one robinia tree P.10/1551/2: 21 The Ridgeway, Rothley – fell one maple tree P/10/1550/2: 81 & 83 Swithland Lane, Rothley – fell one aspen tree, fell one laburnum stump and remove 3 shrubs P/10 1535/2: 38 The Ridgeway, Rothley – raise the lower crown of one ash tree, fell one eucalyptus tree and trim row of conifers, ash and sycamore P/10/1415/2: 143 Swithland Lane, Rothley - works to two ash and one plane tree P/10/1335/2: 935 Loughborough Road, Rothley - erection of single and two storey extension to side of dwelling P/10/1743/2: 23 Anstey Lane, Thurcaston – felling of one sycamore tree and one silver birch tree, pruning, dead wooding, cleaning out crowns of all the other trees on the site P/10/1707/2: November Cottage, 92 Rectory Lane, Thurcaston – replacement of 5 windows to front and one to side, one to rear. Front porch to be changed from apex to lean-to type, thatched as main roof P/10/1636/2: 71 Station Road, Cropston – erection of single storey rear extension, pitched roof to garage and to ground floor bay windows P/10/1609/2: 34 Latimer Road, Cropston – erection of twostorey extension to front of dwelling P/10/1543/2: 23 Waterfield Road, Cropston – erection of extension to side and rear and conservatory to rear of bungalow P/10/1471/2: Ashcroft, 247 Station Road, Cropston - two single storey extensions to rear of dwelling P/10/1315/2: 130 Leicester Road, Thurcaston – erection of detached garage to front of dwelling

All Saints’ Church, Anstey Lane, Thurcaston; the Methodist Church, Mill Lane, Thurcaston and the Evangelical Free Church, Station Road, Cropston.

This community event is to promote the history of the two villages with exhibits, village trails and quiz.

Entrance to all venues is free and refreshments will be available.

He date coincides with the Leicestershire Historic Churches’ Trust Annual Ride & Stride event and All Saints’ Church will remain open until 6pm to allow for this •••

‘Learn to Sing’ a free six week course for men at Birstall Social Club, Wanlip Lane Starts Mon September 6, 7.30pm. All ages welcome Contact P J Hunt 2675339 The Heart of England Chorus •••

man. Carey Mulligan was nominated for an Oscar for her mesmerising portrayal of this conflicted teenager in ‘Swinging Sixties’ London. ‘An Education’ is an elegant and affectionate portrait of post-war conservatism and Carey Mulligan’s sexual awakening ‘It’s Complicated’, Friday October 8 (121 mins) This romantic comedy about love, divorce and ‘everything in between’ is two hours of laughter and self reflection. After her son’s graduation, Meryl Streep’s character, a successful baker, rekindles her relationship with her ex-husband who now has a younger wife. She also fancies a divorced architect who too falls in love with her.

Thurcaston & Cropston Parish Council will be showing these films at Thurcaston Memorial Hall, starting at 7.30pm. Tickets £4. Concessions £3.50. Price includes refreshments and a lucky prize draw.

Advance tickets can be purchased via the parish office, 0116 2367626 or at the door

Loughborough Concert Band The band is currently looking to recruit new players of woodwind and brass instruments, in particular trumpet and tuba players although vacancies exist for most instrumentalists Rehearsals on Thursday evenings at the Greenfields Sports and Social Club on Holt Drive Membership is open to anyone, with no minimum standard required and our members range from teenager to 70 plus.

Anyone interested in joining the band should check the website for more information at www.loughboroughconcertband.co.uk or contact Denise Potter on 01509 556516 •••

Film Presentations from Thurcaston & Cropston Parish Council ‘An Education’, Friday September 10 (95 mins) Nick Hornby has skilfully adapted Lynn Barber’s book of memoirs to deliver this exceptional British drama where a teenager forms a relationship with an older

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