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Editors Letter Welcome Readers to the latest issue of The Dales Directory, as usual this issue contains local businesses that you can trust, interesting articles, events & local news.

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Inside this issue: Clean Dentures for Christmas! – Contact Barry from Belper Dental Lab, page 2 Need help with your taxes? Speak to Keith Emmerson from Gritstone Tax and Accountancy Services, page 9 Buying Jewellery for Christmas? Visit W. Evans & Sons on Dale Road, page 13 Doggy Hotel needed for your beloved pet? - read more about Tickles Home from Home Doggy Hotel, page 17 10% OFF-with advert- Ethical Shopping in Matlock for Christmas gifts - So Healthy have opened a new shop in Matlock Green, page 21 Does your car need minor body repairs? See Revive on page 23 for more details

Articles inside: Martin Lewis ~ Christmas festive savings Successful Dating ~ are you in a unhappy relationship? Auto-Biographies ~ Abarth 123 Spider review It’s All Child's Play ~ get the kids involved in decorating the house Pet Health ~ How to keep your pet safe this Christmas Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year and I’ll see you again 2017. Take care Sharon

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Martin Lewis ~ Christmas Don’t hate me, I know it’s early, but it’s time to prepare (not celebrate), as Christmas is coming. By Martin Lewis @moneysavingexpert I hate tinsel and Jingle Bells before December as much as the next man, but many festive savings are only possible if you do them early.

Wherever you’re planning on spending the festive season, if you need to travel by train, book your tickets 12 weeks in advance. That's when most cheap advance tickets launch, so you get maximum availability. So this is close to the perfect moment to be buying tickets if you’re away visiting friends and family for Christmas and New Year.

This isn’t a trivial message. I’m fed up of every January people telling me they’re skint and when I ask why they reply, “Christmas of course.” Well I can tell you exclusively here, Christmas will be on 25 December this year, so it’s not an unexpected event – there is time to plan in advance to prevent problems.

3. Small savings make merry Based on roughly 90 days, 75 working days and 13 weeks left till Christmas. So, if you buy a £2 coffee every work day, just give it up now, put the cash in a Christmas kitty instead and you’ll have £150 by the big day. I’m not telling you to do this, it’s about deciding priorities. If that’s cash you need for Christmas, are you willing to make the sacrifice?

So here are my seven key things you should do now that’ll save you for festivities. I’ve focused on Christmas, but the same techniques work for Chanukah, Eid, and Kwanzaa too.

4. Earn 5% cashback on your Christmas shopping. If you’re going to be spending for Christmas, you might as well do it on a card that pays you every time you spend on it.

1. Agree to not give unnecessary presents. Gifts for kids, grandchildren or your spouse are fine. Yet it’s time to stop the ever growing list of people we buy for even when we’ve no idea what they want, know we’ll end up buying tat that’ll never be used, and add heaps of pressure on ourselves to do so.

The no annual-fee www.americanexpress.com Platinum Everyday credit card pays you 5% cashback on your first three months' spending (maximum £100), so get it now and you get the big cashback during the high spend pre-Christmas period. It then follows with up to 1% after.

I’ve been campaigning to end unnecessary gifts for six years, and more and more people are doing it. Yet it involves agreeing a pact not to buy each other. Even the joy of giving can be selfish if it obligates someone who can’t afford it to buy back. Julia tweeted me a couple of weeks ago: "@MartinSLewis, finally took your advice and told family I can't afford Xmas presents. What a weight off my mind. Thank you."

The cashback is paid after a year, so you’ll get it in time to help next Christmas, though there’s a minimum £3,000 spend to get it. That sounds a lot, but do all your normal spending on it as it pays you and you’ll be fine. Of course, only do this if you’ve a direct debit to repay it IN FULL each month, or

So contact friends and family now and make an agreement not to buy, or to cap the cost, only give homemade or even to give to charity instead. See my full ‘why Christmas presents are bad’ explanation at www.mse.me/BanChristmas. 2. Book your train tickets 12 weeks in advance.

5. Not saved for it? Do it now – then you can split the cost by three. A typical family Christmas costs around £600-£800 - a huge amount from one month's salary alone. But if you haven’t started saving yet, there is still time. For example, if you put £200 aside from your October and

you’ll be charged 22.9% rep APR, which kills the gain.

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Dales Directories Local services November income, it’ll spread the cost. Save what you can. If you’re saying you can’t afford that, then I’m afraid you’ll need to go cold turkey. Christmas is just one day, it’s not worth overspending and ruining your New Year.

7. Not used it since last Christmas? Flog it. Walk around the house and examine everything; it’s time for your annual personal stock clearance. Many old items can be worth serious cash. And if you’ve not used things for a year, whether toys, prams, old coffee makers, mobile phones, gadgets, or even clothes, why not sell them?

6. Set up a Christmas cupboard. Become a tactical shopper. Work out now what necessary gifts you need to buy, and then if you spot a bargain, you can pounce on it when there’s a code, voucher or discount that makes it cheaper (I put the best in my weekly email at www.mse.me/tips).

This isn’t just about eBay or car boot sales; Facebook now has a lot of good local sales groups too that can be an easy way to do this. There are also lots of recycling sites that will pay you for old mobiles and gadgets – just make sure you do your research first to find the one that’ll give you the most.

Even better, as is part of many Money Savers' Christmas arsenal, once you buy a present, bag it, wrap it, and pop it in a Christmas cupboard – gradually getting the chores done.

Martin Lewis is the Founder & Editor in Chief of Money Saving Expert. To join the 10 million people who get his Martin’s Money Tips weekly email, go to www.moneysavingexpert.com/latesttip

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Property investors – changes ahead! By Keith Emmerson, Gritstone Tax and Accounting

It has been well documented that the Government has introduced various changes to the taxation of property. This started in 2013 when the renewal basis was abolished for replacing equipment. In 2016 ‘wear and tear’ relief was withdrawn and replaced with a new system that is almost identical to the old renewals basis. It is clear that there is little joined up thinking between policymakers in this area. Stamp duty is another area where the property investor has been hit hard, with an additional 3% for purchases. The latest change, and by far the most drastic, is the restriction to the loan interest relief coming into force in stages from April 2017. There is tremendous opposition within the accountancy and tax professions and indeed barrister Cherie Blair tried to argue for a Judicial Review of the changes but was refused. Here’s a simple example of how the changes will eventually work.

It is very important for landlords to review their position so that they a) are aware of any increased tax liabilities that may arise or b) plan to reduce their tax liabilities. Involving a company to hold the properties or transferring ownership to a spouse, children or a trust are relatively straightforward options that may well improve the situation. Everybody’s situation is different and before taking any steps to change your situation you should always take advice from a suitably qualified and experienced professional adviser.

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Dressmaker Bridal Wear Curtains Male & female alterations Evening wear 01629 760299

WANTED Quality Second Hand Books Tel: 07940 837 948

D.B. Home Computer Repairs Home visits or free collection and delivery Repairs, installations, hardware, Software, Wifi, Internet, Viruses. Also Supply, install and Set up New Computers

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My son came back from his first session at Kip and told me he had played on the computer for the whole session! I was not best pleased and he could see that! My wife reassured me that she had seen his work and that there had been “purpose in his play”! Still unconvinced and with him begging to go the next week, I went along to see for myself what was going on. After all I was paying for it!! Jo was very patient with me and explained that after a detailed assessment which is free of charge and with no obligation, they can identify where your child is now and where their academic gaps are plus which learning style they prefer. This information is used to develop an individual learning plan. Each week every student receives an individual lesson plan which is tailored to meet their academic needs and is designed to work with their own learning style. So if a child works best lying on the floor and using Jo’s laptop, that’s fine! She showed me how each lesson plan has specific learning targets (based on need and the National Curriculum) and aims to help build confidence and selfesteem. This is every bit as important to them as filling in those gaps.

I was impressed so far! Every student has their own computer to use to access their lesson plan and computer based activities. Every session contains a selection of both computer and paper based work. All the activities are based on the National Curriculum and use the latest IT. This allows learners to have some control over the order in which they do things and allows them to take a break when they need to, ensuring they maintain a good level of concentration and

motivation throughout. They can also see clearly how well they are doing.

I thought this level of resources very impressive and the children I saw were very happy and relaxed. She told me that all the software has been designed exclusively for Kip McGrath which allows them to maintain a high standard, yet allow tutors and learners the flexibility to adapt plans to meet individual needs. My son really did ‘play’ on a computer the week I was there, but he also learnt a massive amount and could tell me what he had achieved and his improvement on scores from the previous week. In addition his tutor came out after the session and gave me a run down on what he had done, why it was part of what he needed and how he had progressed. I am eagerly awaiting the next assessment point so we can quantify his improvement. To say I was overwhelmed with what I saw is an

understatement! These tutors really know their stuff and each child can’t help but improve under such a mix of 1 -2-1 tuition and independent learning time. I work in business and this is massively successful customer service …Kip delivers, can prove it and quantify it as well. I encourage you to go along and see the fantastic Kip system and let your child benefit too. Ryan's Dad

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Those leaflets aren’t going to deliver themselves you know You know the ones. Those left over from the last print run. The ones in the cupboard, just by the envelopes and last years accounts. Let’s get those leaflets working for you. We can deliver them for you with the next issue of The Dales Directory for just £40 per thousand, minimum quantity 2000, and up to a maximum of 10.000 - you can pick specific areas

We specialise in on-site Ready Mixed Concrete for domestic and commercial purposes. We offer the full range of concrete grades for what ever your specifications.

All strengths of Concrete delivered in a volumetric mixer at very competitive prices.

Lazy Leaflets, Don’t put up with them!

Phone 01629 825188 Visit www.stacey-processing.com Email enquiries@stacey-processing.com

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Derwent Valley Vets Ÿ We provide a friendly, caring service.

Ÿ All our nurses are fully qualified veterinary nurses

Ÿ Open til 9 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays.

Ÿ We have plenty off road car parking.

Ÿ Open 6 days a week

Ÿ Vets, Claire and Rebecka have over 25 years experience

Ÿ Modern surgery, with state of the art equipment The Boathouse 110 Dale Rd, Matlock DE4 3PP

Tel: 01629 55 666 email: enquiries@DerwentValleyVets.co.uk www.derwentvalleyvets.co.uk

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COMPUTER TIP Running Old Software As new versions of Windows come along there is often a need to run old software that just won’t run on the later Windows. A solution can be to install a ‘virtual machine’ such as VirtualBox. What this does is to create a pretend computer into which you can install an old Windows, say XP (or other operating system). You can then run that pretend computer and install your much loved program. In fact VirtualBox can run on different systems; linux, Mac, etc. so Windows can run on these machines. It does mean that you’ll need an installation disk and licence key for the old Windows so it may be worth while keeping track of codes from old machines before they are scrapped!

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Private Computer Training One-to-one training on your home pc or tablet including: Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø

Computer or tablet basics for complete beginners Setting up and using email Producing a letter or poster Shopping online and Ebay Managing digital photos

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Gift vouchers available for Christmas/ Birthdays

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Tickle’s Home-fromHome Doggy Hotel has been running for just a few months but has already built up a very cuddly crowd of small, friendly and adorable Tickles guests. Tickle’s mum decided to set up the ideal retreat for sociable, small breeds (also larger, older, calm fur babies can be accommodated) because of her experiences of good (and bad) doggy holiday facilities. Tickle’s mum and dad love their holidays. Their philosophy is “if we stay 5*, then so does Tickle”. So, when you make a reservation for your treasured pooch, you can be assured of doggy silver service 24 hours per day. There is plenty of clean and safe space to slumber and play, both indoors and outdoors. All dogs take their own beds/blankets and sleep indoors, no outdoor kennels at this resort! The large garden is completely secure and astroturfed. Your first visit to Tickle’s Doggy Hotel comprises a short introduction to Tickle (just

to make sure everyone gets along); a look around the facilities; a chat about your pup’s likes/dislikes, habits, health, feeding and walking routines (followed up with a registration form detailing this discussion); and a check that vaccinations and flea/worming treatments are all up to date (please take vaccination cards to this appointment). When your pet’s check-in date arrives, you will be safe in the knowledge that there are lots of walks around Matlock within easy access, where guest dogs are never allowed off their leads. Tickle likes an intimate group of friends over to stay so numbers are limited to 3 (possibly 4 for a short time on changeover days). Tickle likes to keep his guests’ mums and dads happy while they are away by sending them daily updates on their stay, with lots of photos and videos. Tickle’s Doggy Hotel is fully licensed and insured.

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Handmade, hand painted and affordable kitchens & bathrooms

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Family business In-frame doors Lay-on doors Full project management

Visit our satellite display in Olde Englishe Emporium 77 Dale Rd, Matlock DE4 9RR Contact us on 07967 114387 paul@briarwoodinteriors.co.uk www.briarwoodinteriors.co.uk

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Painting & Decorating § Conservatories Cleaned § Guttering Repairs/ Cleaning/New Guttering Fitted §Assembly of Flat Pack Furniture § Pointing § Plastering § Pressure Washing and much more…. For a friendly & reliable service

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Premier Gas Services Local family owned company

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Heating Engineers

Plumbing and Heating

Installation - Servicing - Maintenance

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RC Property Services Professional & Reliable Property Maintenance Service • Kitchen Fitting • Fencing • Gardening • Patios/Paths Laid • General Plumbing • Decorating Registered with Age UK • Small Roof Repairs/ Guttering • Glass replacement to double glazing All aspects of repair and improvement work undertaken www.rcpropertyservices.co.uk

Call Ron on:07970483077

Your Local Plumbing & Drainage Expert

No Call Out Fee All Work Guaranteed 07738 633446

MILL TYRES MK 01629 825832 Open Mon - Sat from 7am Unit 1, Via Gellia Mills, Bonsall, Matlock, DE4 2AJ

Plastering & Property Services

Plastering & Re-Plastering Plaster Boarding * Dry Lining Stud Walls * Rendering * K Render Marcus Kirk 01629

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Building and Home Maintenance

Anthony Wood · · · · · · ·

Extensions Garages New Builds Pointing Guttering, etc Walling Loft Conversions Full liability– Free estimates

Tel: 01629 733707 Mob: 07747 618 083

27, Slater Crescent, Wirksworth DE4 4BD

All Domestic electrical work undertaken with insurance backed guarantee (with no VAT) including; Rewires, Consumer unit replacements, Inspection / testing, Landlord certificates and buyers reports, CCTV security systems. All Part P work undertaken

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Trent Barton Buses: 01773 712265 East Midlands Airport: 01332 852852 Derbyshire Dales District Council : 01629 761100 ARC Leisure Centre : 01629 581322 Wirksworth Leisure: 01629 824717 Refuse & Recycling: 01629 761122 Environmental Health: 01629 761212 Derbyshire County Council: 01629 533190 RSPCA: 0870 55 55 999 Post Office Services: 0845 7223344 Flood Line: 0845 988 1188 Childline: 0800 1111 Library Steep Turnpike: 01629 533837

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Benefits: 01629 761188 or benefits@derbyshiredales.gov.uk Benefit Fraud Helpline: 01629 761330

Emergency Services: In case of an emergency you can contact the police,fire service or ambulance services on 999 or 112

Car Parks: 01629 761215

Medical NHS Direct Line: 111 Police: 101

Recycling Waste Helpline: 01629 761122 waste@derbyshiredales.gov.uk

Crime Stoppers: 0800 555 111

Parks & Recreation: 01629 761215

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Refuse collection: 01629 761122

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Homelessness: 01629 761181

Citizens Advice: 0844 3752712

Housing Advise: 01629 761117

Tourist Information: 01335 3752712

Environmental Health: 01629 761212

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Monday Pre School Playgroup (term time) Monday - Friday 9am-12 pm Matlock Bath Pre School Playgroup, The Community Room, Grand Pavilion, Matlcok Bath, for 2-5yrs places available for funded and unfunded children. 07870525001 www.matlockbathpreschool.co.uk Parent & Toddler Group Monday ‘s 1.30 - 3pm The Community Room, Grand Pavilion, Matlcok Bath, £2 per family 07870525001

Tai Chi for Over 50’s - 11am - 12noon at Tansley Village Hall Tansley. Details 01629 312300 Women’s Badminton Group- Rowsley Village Hall 7:30pm - 9:30pm friendly group tel: 584475 Rotary Club Matlock- Men & Women welcome email to find out more matlock122003@hotmail.com Monday Funday Matlock methodist Church, Bank Road, Matlock, 6pm - 7pm term time. Christain based fun session 5 - 10 yrs old Alison 01629 582847

South Darley Pre-School- Playgroup village hall 2-5years old welcome. Open every morning and Mon & Thurs afternoons contact Sarah on 07863771636 Art Class- Wirksworth, Club Room, Town Hall 7.30pm 9.30pm. Life Drawing. For more info, Diane Kettle 01629 636763

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8pm. Tel 0845 8339583 Rowsley Toddler Group- Rowsley Methodist School Room Chatsworth 10am - 12 noon(term time) Pilate's Strutts Centre Belper: with fitness class 7.30pm 8.30pm, £4 pay as you go 01332 830004 Matlock Multiples A group for parents and carers of twins, triplets, and more! expectant parents also welcome. For more information please contact Beth on 07546421253 or Kate on 07983731559. PAN Parenting Additional Needs. A group offering support, information and advice to families who have a child with a disability. For more information please email parentadditionalneeds@yahoo.co.uk Peak Pre-School- Stanton In The Peak Primary School, School Lane 9am - 2pm Mon – Thursday Call Jess 077990844244, Matlock Pre-School Playgroup (term time) for children 2 1/2 5 yrs. Places available for funded and unfunded children. For further information please call Liz Neil 07792353802 or visit our website www.matlockpreschoolplaygroup.yolasite.com or email matlock preschool@gmail.com. Matlock Pre-School Playgroup Tin Hut Tots stay and play session (term time) Monday 1.30pm - 3.30pm. 205 Smedley street Matlock. £2.00 per family including refreshments. For further information please ring Liz Neil 07792353802 or visit facebook/Tin Hut Tots. Bakewell Drinks 3rd Monday in each month The Rutland Arms Hotel Bakewell 17.30 - 19.30. www.link4growth.biz

Peak Pre-School- Stanton In The Peak Primary School, School Lane 9am - 2pm Mon – Thursday Call Jess 077990844244, Wirksworth Toy Library- now runs form Wirksworth Children’s Centre, at The Memorial Hall as a regular Stay and Play session. Every Tuesday 09.30-11.30 with craft,snack and song time. Hot drinks and support for parents and carers. Free taster session for new members, all welcome. Meditation Group 2nd Tuesday of the month- St Giles Church, Matlock 19:30 - 21:00pm www.stgilesmatlock.co.uk/groups/meditation-group Totzone Baby and Toddler Group St Joseph’s Church Hall,

Matlock Forum Club.for retired men @ The Edgefold Cluc, Cromford Toddler Group- meets during term time at Edgefold Road 10am for coffee 10.30 for main talk contact David Cromford Methodist Chapel on Water Lane, Cromford 10 Stamp 01629 534449 11.30am Matlock & District Rifle Club- meet Tues,Weds & Friday Darley Dale Brass Band Rehearsals- 7:30 to 9:30pm South contact Len Webster 01629 584797 Coffee & Chat Morning- 10-11.30am Dale Road, Methodist Darley Village Hall. Contact Keith Sheldon 01629 734641 Fishpond Choir Rehearsal- 7.pm The Fishpond Matlock Bath, Church Hall, Darley Dale. Matlock & District Tennis Club- Social Play 6pm- close Further info email publicity@fishpondchoir.com or turn up on Highfields School Lower School site, Starkholmes. April to the night. September Tony 01629 56531 or Nigel 07720069117 Matlock Bath Toddlers- meet at the Pavilion Community Matlock Cycling Club- 7pm starting from Crown Square Matlock, Centre 1.15- 3.15pm Call Christine on 01629 55555 or just turn Training Ride (approx 2 hours)Tony Holmes 01629 735585 up. Peak Artists- are a group who paint in various media. South Matlock Bridge Club- St Helen’s Church Hall, Darley Dale. Darley Village Hall from 7 - 9pm details 01629 734304 Competition Night Members should arrive in time for a prompt See & Know - toddler group at Holy Trinity Church, Matlock Bath start at 7pm membership £5 tel: 01629 583706 9.45 - 11.30am term time only 0- 4’s and parents and carers. Matlock Cycling Club- 9.30 am Starting from Cromford Market Details Lucy 07722750501. Place. Slow morning ride. Tony Holmes 01629 735585 Tansley Tots- Community Hall, Church Street, 1.30 - 3.30pm Matlock Derwent Valley Lions Club- meet on the 2nd Details Karen Parker 01629 57728 or visit Monday of each month at Square & compass Darley Bridge, at www.tansleytots.yolasite.com

Bank Road, Matlock. 10-11.30am and 1-2:30pm (term time only). Contact Josie 07516 230724. Amnesty International, Wirksworth & District Meetings monthly in Waltham House, St John Street, Wirksworth on the third Tuesday at 8pm. All welcome. No membership fee. Contact: Alison Ledbury, Secretary 01629 820888 or wirksworthaigroup@yahoo.com Netball Session Arc leisure centre Matlock 5-6pm email Becky on becky@villagegames.org.uk Kickboxing/Fitness Class 7 pm - 8.15 pm £4 Above Derwent Carpets off Dale Rd Matlock 07900 378 349 Matlock Bath Tea 1st Tuesday each month The Hodgkinson's Hotel Matlock Bath from 16.00 - 18.00 www.link4growth.biz. Tansley Drinks 3rd Tuesday each month The Tavern Tansley from 18.00 20.00 www.link4growth.biz

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Dales Directories Local Clubs & Groups Yoga Class- Imperial Rooms, Matlock 7 - 8.30pm details Debbie Neath 01629 56362 Matlock Go-Dai Karate Club: Darley Dale Primary SchoolUnder 11’s 6-7pm Adults & over 11’s 7-9pm 01246 567913 Church on the Bus: provides food ,drink,clothing for the homeless. 1pm - 3pm in the town railway car/new bus staion car park. Matlock Forum Club for retired men- 10am - 11.30am Edgefold Club, Matlock, conatct David Stamp 01629 53449 Coffee Stop-10 - 11.30a.m. every Tuesday and Saturday at Wellspring Church, St John's St, Wirksworth 1st Wirksworth Boys' and Girls' Brigade meet Wellspring Church, St John's St., Wirksworth. For details please contact Alison on 07855 245944

Wednesday BM&W Brass Wirksworth- 8 pm The Parish Rooms in Wirksworth, all brassplayers welcome, for more details please contact 01629 540345 Matlock Needl;ecraft Group-Imperial Rooms, Matlock between 10am and noon every Wednesday for a 'sit and sew' session. Friendly German Class-Intermediate level. Varied learning activities Matlock 01629 583541 Girls Brigade -6.30pm-8.30pm Matlock Methodist and United Reformed Church, Bank Road, Matlock details Mrs Yvonne Brant 01629 582023 Line Dancing-in the Imperial Rooms Matlock 7:15-10pm with Timberline Steve, IDTA qualified Instructor and Jeanette. Details 01629 636386 Matlock Music Group-for babies and pre school children with parent/carer. 10- 11.30am approx, during term time Matlock Methodist Church. Matlock Philatelic Society-meets second Wednesday each month 7.30pm Imperial rooms, Matlock. Interesting and varied programme, vistors welcome Open House-at Bonsall Village Hall 2pm. Board games, chat and talks. Run by retired people for anyone to join in thanks to the New horizons Trust. Running Club-Meet Wirksworth Leisure centre at 7pm, contact Peter on 01629 826585 Run of the Mill Folk Dance Club-Holloway www.runofthemill.org.uk Contact John Daglish on 01629 534479 Toddler Group- Matlock All Saints Infant School, term times only 1.30-3pm Wirksworth Community Choir Rehersals- In term times, 7.45pm Wirksowrth Junior School, New members very welcome. 01629 822978 Peak Pre-School- Stanton In The Peak Primary School, School Lane 9am - 2pm Mon – Thursday Call Jess 077990844244,

Darley Dale Cricket Club - Senior Junior and Mid- Week cricket. 07717755377 Zumba - 6:30 pm Fishpond Matlock Bath Ballroom Godly Play 3rd Wednesday of the month- St Giles Church, Matlock 17:30 - 18:30pm Story Telling for young and old www.stgilesmatlock.co.uk/groups/godly-play Matlock Camera Club every Wednesday evening at the Gothic Warehouse at Cromford Wharf, from September through to April. Details on our website www.matlockcameraclub.org.uk Portrait Group - meets the first Wednesday of every month, 9.30 am to 12.00, at All Saints Church Hall, Matlock - £5 with refreshments. All welcome. For details contact Doreen Andrews 01629 824640

Walking Football – Arc Leisure Centre Matlock, Wednesdays 10-11am £3 a session Toddler Group- Matlock All Saints Infant School, term times only 1.30-3pm Dales Christian Spiritualist Church, Healing Nightmeet 7pm 9pm @ Mencap Centre, Greenaway Lane, Darley Dale, contact Tracey Freestone 01629 580671 Fresh Start Singles Social Group- for the over 50’s meet Matlock 7.30pm contact Richard 01629 581707 for more info. Meditation Classes-Heat Jewel Matlock Bath 7.30pm - 9pm www.heartjewel.org.uk Everyone welcome £5 per class.contact 01629 581585 Yoga Class Matlock 5:30 - 7pm Imperial Rooms, contact Denise Ingman 01629 580757 Yoga and Pilates Matlock Bath 7.30-9.30pm , please call Margaret on 01335 347927

Thursday Munchkins Holloway Baby & Toddler Group- We meet every Thursday from 9.30 to 12 at Holloway Methodist Church, Church St, Holloway. Entry is £3.00 per family which includes tea/coffee for grown-ups and a healthy lunch for toddlers. Just turn up no need to book. Rowsley Pre School Nursery- Village Hall Open daily Mon, Thur and Friday 08.30 - 11.30am. Children taken from 2 years and free places for 3 & 4 yr olds. Details Josie 07918782480 Wirksworth Pre- School Playgroup, Cemetery Lane, Wirkworth Sessions are held from 9am - 11.30am and 12.45 3.15pm. Details Liz on 01629 822625 Baby & Toddler Group-1- 3pm a stay and play session healthy snacks and drinks provided at Matlock Children’s Centre, School Road, Matlock 01629 581867 Boy’s Brigade- 6.30 - 8.45pm Matlock Methodist and United Reformed Church Bank Road, Matlock Lads 6-19 years details 01629 733346 Denefield Volunteer Rangers- take part in practical outdoor work managing a conservation site in Matlock near the football club. Activities include pruning hedges, pathwork, planting litter picking,hay raking. Contact Gary Wain 07971643036 Gymkids - Gymnastics classes for children aged 9 months 5 years. Unit 1, Off Old English Road, Matlock. Details Yvonne 07717065095 or 01773 834497 Hackney Methodist Church- Greenaway lane, Hackney, Nr Matlock. 10am call in for a cuppa lunch at noon. Matlock Bridge Club- St Helen’s Church Hall, Darley Dale, non members welcome. Members should arrive in time for a prompt start at 7pm membership £5 tel: 01629 583706 Walking Football – Arc Leisure Baslow Multi Use Games Area, Thursdays 10-11am £3 a session Stitch Knit & Natter-2-4pm Terrace Room, Joseph Whitworth Centre, Darely Dale, Everyone welcome 01629 733246 Brunitio Salsa Dancing - 7 pm Fishpond Matlock Bath Ballroom Tai Chi 6pm - 7pm - Matlock contact Alan on 01246 279515 Bell Ringing - St. Giles Church, Matlock, 19.45 pm. Visiting ringers and beginners welcome. Contact mail@stgilesmatlock.co.uk Guided meditation classes - Coach House Studios,Crown Yard, Wirksworth.7:30pm -9pm.Everyone Welcome.£5 per class.Contact 01629 581585 www.heartjewel.org.uk

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Dales Directories Local Clubs & Groups Tai Chi for over 50’s-at Matlock Imperial Rooms 1.15pm 2.245pm DCC approved teacher contact Val Box 01246 279515 Peak Pre-School- Stanton In The Peak Primary School, School Lane 9am - 2pm Mon – Thursday Call Jess 077990844244,

Wirksworth Area Community Orchestra-7.45pm Parish Rooms, St mary’s gate Wirksworth. Contact tel 824055 or email mail@wirksworth-orchestra.org Wirksworth Library-(Rhythm & Rhyme Sing a long Time) 2.15 - 2.45pm free event! 01629 823173 under five’s parent and carer required to stay. Wirksworth’s Stay & Play Baby & Toddler Group-now meets Thursdays ( term time only) 9.45am -11.15 Memorial Hall St Johns Street call Katie 07796588420 Yoga Class Matlock-10am - 11.30 am contact Debbie Neath 01629 56362 Rotary Club of Wirksworth- 6.45 for 7pm meet every Thursday call David Hood for more info 01629 735061

Friday Fair Trade Coffe Stop - Tansley Methodist Church 10am 12noon Tea Coffee, Post Office Refreshments, plus sale of Fair Trade food stuff. Gregory 01629 732455 gregy321@talktalk.net Community Band- Cromford Methodist Church, Water Lane, Cromford 6.45- 9pm We invite enthusiastic musicians of all abilities aged 10 to adults to join us. 01629 55863 Darley Dale Croquet Club- Whitworth Park, 1pm - 5pm contact Frank Bagshaw 01629 735154 or David Gregory 01629 732455 gregy321@talktalk.net Darley Dale Tennis Club-see Tuesday for details Fair Trade Coffee Shop-at Tansley Methodist Church 10 12 noon Tea, Coffee, refreshments and sale of fair Trade food stuff. Interested in playing table tennis?-then get yourself down to the Whitworth Academy, Dale Road North, Darley Dale every Friday 7 - 10pm qualified coaching for league players or just beginning we have it all £3 for seniors or £2 for under 18’s Guided Meditation Classes. at Heart Jewel Buddist centre, Matlock Bath. Everyone welcome. 10,30 am - 12.00 term time. £5 per class. 01629 581585 www.heartjewel.org.uk Matlock Gilbert & Sullivan Society-meets from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at All Saints Church Hall Smedley Street Matlock. New members welcomed. Contact Liz McKenzie on 01629 57029 Matlock Toy Library-(term time only) Matlock SureStart Children’s Centre at Castle View Primary School, School Lane, Matlock, 10-12 noon, contact www.derbyshire.gov.uk/matlockcc 01629 581867 Lea & Holloway Tai Chi Group meet-at the Florence Nightingale Memorial Hall 2pm - 3.30pm contact Candy On 01773 747282 or Gill on 01629 823638. Soup & Pud- community room at Holloway Methodist Church, 12–1.30 p.m. (not in main school holidays).Delicious home-made soups and sweets. Make new friends! All welcome. Contact John Daglish on 01629 534479, or just turn up.

Saturday Children’s Beginner and Intermediate Fiddle Classes-10.15am - 11.45 contact Ria on 01433 631352 Matlock Cycling Club-9.15 starting from car park opp Stanley Fearns Bike shop, morning mountain bike ride details Tony Holmes01629 735585 Matlock Farmer’s Market-held on third Saturday of each month Park Head, Hall Leys Park 9am - 2pm. Yoga in Wirksworth-’Align with the divine’ Town Hall all levels. 9.45 - 11.30 £6 per class series of 6 £30 call Livvy 01629 824 945 Matlock (Baileans) Rugby Union Football Club-For more info call David Hood on 01629 735061 or pop down to Cromford Medows on Saturday afternoon or Sunday morning Darley Dale Croquet Club- Whitworth Park, 1pm - 5pm contact Frank Bagshaw 01629 735154 or David Gregory 01629 732455 gregy321@talktalk.net Matlock Bath Indoor Market- Saturday,Sunday & Monday’s from Easter until end of illuminations in October. The Old Methodist Church, 50 North Parade. Matlock Artists Society - meet 3rd Saturday of every month at All Saints Church Hall, Matlock. From January 2016 , morning demos by professional artists, £5 with refreshments, all welcome. Details from Marilyn 01629 584708

Sunday Church in the Peak - (Newfrontiers) 10.30am. At County Hall, Matlock,call 01629 584783, email hello@churchinthepeak.org or visit www.churchinthepeak.org Cycling Sundays-from the Agriculture Business Centre, Bakewell, for beginners and ‘born again’ bikers. Booking essential on 0114 2412775 or strat@pedalready.co.uk. Peak Rail -Steam Train open all year contact 01629 580381 Peak Walking Group -welcomes new members. If you like walking in Dark/White Peak area and would like to join a waking group and make new friends then call Ellie on 01246 853155 Wirksworth Netball Club -youth under 18/ junior players (year 6). During term time 10am - 12 noon. Wirksworth leisure centre, contact Joy Cooke on 01629 822229 Lea Chapel Evangelical Free Church, Sunday Worship at 6:30 p.m., Main Rd., Upper Lea, Lea, Matlock. All Welcome! 01629 534078 Dales Christian Spiritualist Church,Divine Service meet 6.30 - 8pm @ Mencap Centre, Greenaway Lane, Darley Dale, contact Tracey Freestone 01629 580671 Matlock Moor Methodists ,11am to 12pm www.matlockmoormethodist,org.uk St Helens Church Darley Dale , Rev Steven Monk 01629 734257 Breathing Space , 4th Sunday of the month, St. Giles Church, Matlock, 1830-19.30 pm. Time for quiet reflection with music, candles, poems, readings. Come and go as you wish. www.stgilesmatlock.co.uk/services/breathing-space Darley Dale Croquet Club- Whitworth Park, 1pm - 5pm contact Frank Bagshaw 01629 735154 or David Gregory 01629 732455 gregy321@talktalk.net Worship at Wellspring Church Wirksworth at 10.30am and 6pm. For more information see wellspringchurchwirksworth.co.uk

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Index Company Name y Name

Page

Hammond & Co

Accountants

Peak Birthing

Antenatal Classes

DGTV and Aerials

Aerial Installers

Quirky Antiques

Antiques, Gold, Silver bought

Lant Lane Ltd Ltd

Blast Cleaning

Anthony Wood Builders

Builder

PGP Building Services

Building Services

Second Hand Books

Good quality books bought

Audley Care Ltd Darley Dale

George Pennington Joinery

T Nutt & Sons Ltd

Sub Category Category

Carers / home help Carpentry & Joinery

Carpet Retailer

So-Healthy Family Chiropractic Care

20/21

Chiropractor/Reflexology/ Massage/health foods

Sugar Dusters

Cleaning Domestic & Business

Feather Dusters

Cleaning Domestic & Business

Company NameName

Page

Sub Category Category

Le Strange Services

Haulage & Training

RC Property Services

Home Maintenance

Qwirky Cottages

Home Maintenance

Rob Chamberlain Home & Garden Maintenance

Home Maintenance

NFU Matlock

Insurance Services

Peak Insurance

Insurance Services

Viva Italian Restaurant

Italian Restaurant

W. Evans & Sons

Jewellery ( Dale Road)

KC Joinery

Joiner

Shabby By Design

Kitchen Painting & Design

Briarwood Interiors

Kitchen Planning & Installation

Andy Rowell Landscapes

Landscape gardener

Elysium Landscapes

Landscaping

DB Home Computer Repairs

Computer Maintenance

Thai Yoga Massage

Massage Therapy

Computer Tutor

Computer Tutoring

Tickles Home from Home

Doggy Hotel

Call on Ken

Computer Maintenance

Paws First Pet care

Pet sitting service

Belper Dental Lab

Denture Repairs

Connect A Phone

Phone/Internet engineer

Mark C Wilson Painter & Decorator

Decorators

Physio Direct

Physiotherapy

Sewing Corner

Dressmakers

MK Plastering

Plasterer

Fairview Driving Tuition

Driving School

Derek White Plumbing

Plumbing & Heating

Drain Expert

Drain Clearance SCA Plumbing & Heating

Plumbing & Heating

Matlock Property Services

Property Maintenance

Stacey Processing

Ready mixed concrete

Green Security

Security & electrical systems

Derbyshire Dales Electrical Services

Electrician

Mark Taylor Electrical Engineer

Electrician

Green Security

Security & electrical systems

Matlock Film Copying & Printing

Film Copying

Gritstone Tax & Accountancy

Tax management and accountancy

Lant Lane Ltd Ltd Car Repairs

Garage Car Repairs

Pizza Connection

Takeaway Food

Garage Services

Neil Ford Tree & Hedge

Tree Surgeon & Hedges

Mobile minor car body repairs

Kip McGrath Matlock

Tutor School

Mill Tyres

Tyre Services

Derwent Valley Vets

Veterinary Services

Cloudy 2 Clear Windows

Windows & Conservatories

Kems Autos Ltd

Revive Ridgewood Auto Service

Garage Services

Clip'em and Fell'im

Garden Services

Premier Gas Services (East Midlands) Ltd

Gas services

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