sp tlightOn ISSUE 24 APRIL 2012
Mansfield South
rry Hill, each month in Be s se es sin Bu d an Homes Bilsthorpe Delivered to 6500 High Oakham Harlow Wood and orth, Rainworth, Blidw Inside this issue: • The Perfect Plant • Easter Elsewhere • Rainbow Challenge • Active Ageing • Business Focus • Puzzles • Your Community info.
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Spotlight on Berry Hill, Rainworth & Blidworth Contents The Perfect Plant 6 Easter Elsewhere 8 Razzamataz 10 Rainbow Challenge 12 Community Info 14 Puzzle Page 16 Mansfield Aquatics 18 National Pet Month 20 Progressive Furnishings 22 Active Ageing 24 Flawless Finish 28 Hot Cross Buns 30 The Babysitter 34 Blidworth Historical Society 36 Index of Advertisers 42 Published by Spotlight Local Media Ltd Company No. 6841257 Tel: 01623 249 940 Suite 104, 1 Hanley Street Nottingham NG1 5BL
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The Perfect Plant
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s a plantsman I often get asked to recommend the perfect plant. Now I know the conversation is going to be interesting when I am approached with the phrase ‘do you know anything about plants?’ This phrase is usually accompanied with a quizzical scowl, and completed with raised eyebrows. “Now, we want it to flower for 12 months of the year, produce scent in winter (but not too heavy), be available in purple, blue and White, with a splash of pink around mother’s day. It must be evergreen, fast growing, tall enough to block out the view of the neighbour’s garage, but not large enough to block out light. It should be able to grow in our heavy clay soil, not require feeding and will never need pruning. It should absolutely not shed leaves onto my husband’s impeccably manicured lawn, and must be able to withstand rabbits, provide a home for birds and ladybirds, but not be susceptible to diseases or pests. The flowers should be self-deadheading, and should provide sweet nectar for bees, but not wasps. Oh, and it must be 2 metres tall when planted, and not be expensive. Can you recommend a few?’ This could be an April fool, but it’s not: it’s
a common request. They want me to give them a long Latin name (the plant, not the enquirer!) but it doesn’t exist, and I’m rather glad. Plants are like friends, they all have different personalities, different requirements and different strengths and weaknesses, but it’s that very variety which makes gardening (and friendship) so rewarding. April is a very busy month for most people in the garden, and one of my favourites. The clocks have changed, the days are longer and warmer and plant growth is rapid. There are still some major tasks which can be completed at this time of year, such as cutting back evergreens. Cut back hard, feed and the plant will regenerate over the next few years. If you didn’t feed your plants last month, now is the time to do it. If you are an organic gardener, a handful of chicken manure pellets or blood, fish and bone, are great tonics for your plants. It’s also the time when potatoes can be planted. Some years ago, a very helpful guy at our local garden centre demystified the whole potato planting schedule for me and in essence all potatoes are planted right now- traditionally Easter Sunday I think. The first earlies, second earlies and main crop tubers are planted together, it’s just that they are harvested at different times. The instructions on the packs are usually pretty clear. Other jobs to do this month include: Deadhead faded flowers from bulbs After flowering, prune back forsythia shrubs Prune Buddleia and Lavatera and hardy Fuchsias Happy Gardening
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Easter Elsewhere ed up with chocolate and bunnies? Check out these cool Easter traditions from our European neighbours.
In Finland children blacken their faces and go begging in the streets, rather like our Halloween. On Easter Monday the villagers of Haux, in France, cook up a giant omelette using over 4500 eggs. The omelette feeds over 1000 people and is served in the village square for lunch.
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In some parts of Germany people save their Christmas trees and burn them in a ceremonial bonfire, which symbolises the victory of spring over the dark days of winter. Latvian children hold egg fights, using decorated eggs. The fights are similar to our conker fights and the egg which cracks first loses. Possibly the strangest tradition comes from Hungary, The Czech Republic and Slovakia. Here women are spanked on Easter Monday. It is said that spanking ensures a woman’s beauty will be preserved during the following year! Me? I’m sticking to the chocolate!
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azzamataz Theatre School Mansfield offers exceptional training in Dance, Drama and Singing together with exciting opportunities to perform. We believe that all children should have the opportunity to be energetic, gain confidence and to make new friends whilst having lots of fun! If you’re aged 4-17 and want to get involved in Performing Arts in a funky, fresh and vibrant atmosphere then Razz is the place for you! Students are divided into age groups Juniors (6-8) Inters (9-11) and Seniors (12+). Each group has an hour long
session in Dance, Drama and Singing covering commercial styles such as Street Dance, Pop Singing and Physical Theatre as well as Musical Theatre and Drama. Razz Minis (4-5 yr olds) are specifically designed hour long sessions covering all three disciplines in a friendly atmosphere. All the teaching team at Razz Mansfield are highly qualified, CRB checked, first aid trained professionals, so the kids really are in safe hands. Class sizes are limited to ensure quality tuition and the younger age groups have a classroom assistant too. Students are currently rehearsing for their Summer Showcase in July and a group of Inters and Seniors are preparing for their West End performance in November at Her Majesty’s Theatre, London (home of Phantom of the Opera!) where they will be joining 11 other Razzamataz schools from around the country. FREE taster sessions are currently available, to book or for further details contact Claire on 01623 636171 or email mansfield@ razzamataz.
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Lifestyle & Leisure
Challenge Yourself For Rainbows Take to the road. Take to the water. Or take to the hills! Whether you want go to great lengths or something more modest, Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People has a challenge for you. You can help raise much-needed funds by taking part in a challenge in the UK or further afield. From a stroll to a marathon, a skydive to a mountain climb there is something to suit adventurers of all levels of fitness and bravery. Intrepid fundraisers can visit the events page on the Rainbows website to find a suitable challenge www.rainbows.co.uk/ challenges. With almost 30 challenges listed there should be something for anyone who wants to get involved. Walkers can do the Walk of Life on 27 May, as part of Children’s Hospice Week; runners can take part in the Great North Run on 16 September; skydivers can leap out of a plane at a time to suit and for those looking for something more extreme, there’s the chance to climb Kilimanjaro next January. Those with a taste for travel might also be
interested in challenges in Brazil, Spain, Sweden and even the Sahara Desert. Katie Baxter, community and events manager at Rainbows, said: “Rainbows challenge events raised more than £200,000 for the charity last year. “Challenges can be undertaken by individuals or groups, so why not get your work colleagues or sports team mates involved too? We have a dragon boat challenge taking place in August, which would make a great workplace challenge. Details can be found on our website.” One Nottingham resident who has been pounding the streets for Rainbows is Andrew Brunjes. He took part in the Great North Run last year with friend and Capital One colleague Dan Hardisty and the pair raised £800. Andrew said: “I got involved in supporting Rainbows while on voluntary community projects through my workplace last year. It was a real privilege just to help out and see firsthand what a really fantastic place it is for the children and their families. Like any parent I was naturally touched by the great work Rainbows does and wanted to do more to help. To contribute in some little way to the significant support Rainbows requires to provide care for life-limited children is all the motivation we need. It is a vital cause in the region which has to be maintained.” Of this year’s run Andrew said: “This year we have made the next step up from half marathon to the full 26.2 miles, running Brighton in April. For good measure we’ve also doubled our team from two to four. The training is going well to date, particularly with this year’s winter weather being relatively kind to us so far. Aches and pains are plenty, but we are all looking forward to our trip to the seaside and maybe some fish and chips at the finish line. As an added incentive to support our efforts for every £1 we raise it will be match funded by Capital One.”
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Community Information
Whats happening in your area? These are free pages to publicise your local events and information. We would love to hear from you if you know of any event in or around the Berry Hill, Rainworth and Blidworth area; copy deadline is the 25th of each month. Please email info@spotlightlocal.co.uk Mark Spencer MP for Sherwood MP Advice Surgeries Please phone the Constituency Office on 0115 968 1186 for an appointment or email mark.spencer.mp@parliament.uk 2nd SATURDAY EACH MONTH* (10am – 12pm) at Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall NG15 7HN 4th FRIDAY EACH MONTH* (5.30pm – 7pm) at The Dukeries Complex, Whinney Lane, Ollerton NG22 9TD *Except for August and some Bank Holidays LLoyd schools of Taekwon-do For all ages from 4-70, families welcome to train together and get fit All instructors are fully qualified, CRB checked, first aid trained and insured Build self confidence and make new friends Classes available 7 days a week throughout the local area web: www.lloydtaekwondo.com email: lloyd.tkd@btinternet.com tel: 01773 819824 First lesson free Music and Culture Night at the Black Bull Blidworth every Monday eve from 8pm Music is mainly folk but all types of musicians are welcome Performance poets and storytellers also wlecome And of course - an audience! Free entry - a raffle is usually held for a couple of items to be won Dance Fanatic School of Dance Based in RAINWORTH VILLAGE HALL. Small and friendly all ages and abilities
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welcomed. Ages range from 3 through to adults and styles include Ballet technique, Gym dance, Freestyle and Street. . One to one tuition also available. Annual show, exams and is a ADFP competitive school. I.D.T.A and A.D.F.P registered, fully insured and crb checked. More info contact kerri mason on: 07849549291/ dancefanatic@hotmail.co.uk Zumba Blidworth Miners Welfare, Mansfield Road, Blidworth, Notts Tuesday 6.00pm - 7.00pm £3 per session All abilities welcome also St Andrews Mission Hall, The Crescent, Blidworth, Notts, NG21 0SE Sunday 6.30pm -7.30pm £3 per session All abilities welcome Zumba Fitness Classes are now being held on Weds. Rainworth Village Hall, 7.45 - 8.45 - Thurs Rainworth Miners Welfare 8.30 - 9.30 Sun Rainworth Miners Welfare 11am - 12pm 3rd Rainworth Rainbow Guides are part of the Girlguiding movement. The unit is for 5-7 year old girls. The meetings are held every Friday [term time only] at the Methodist Church Hall on Southwell Road East - time 4-45p.m. to 5-45pm. Leader: Mrs Edith Mason - tele: -01623 796472 Sequence and ballroom dancing for beginners Rainworth village hall Fridays and sundays at 7.15 Also - sequence social dancing fridays and sundays 8-10pm contact 01623 794443 for more information. BLIDWORTH & RAINWORTH WOMENS INSTITUTE meet on the first thursday of each month at the Blidworth Methodist Church, main St, Blidworth at 7.30pm. New members welcome. For more information contact Mary on 01623 799095
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Mansfield Aquatics
t is now the time of year when all pond fish and all manor of wildlife start springing to life and the staff at Mansfield Aquatics have everything on hand for you this summer. Many ponds will have collected lots of sludge over the winter period and now is the time of year to get things going and turn your pond into a great display for all the family to enjoy. Recently they have expanded into the pond market covering all aspects of the hobby from pond liner and pumps to water lillies and golden orfe. We offer a pond cleaning service, water testing, home delivery and a fish health check if you are too busy to tend to the ever demanding maintenace routine which often gets missed!
Wanting to make your garden more attractive? We now stock a good range of bedding plants, hanging baskets and vegetable sets and with our ordering service we can pick up any plant you are looking for within a seven day period.
Japanese koi carp are another new arrival at Mansfield Aquatics with some stunning platinum ogons coming in for the Easter holidays along with all the usual pond favourites like shubunkins and golden tench.
Our vegetable sets are great value for money and we have been told they are the best around the local area. Strawberrys, cabbage, sweet peas and tomato plants are some of the many varieties you’ll see when visiting Mansfield Aquatics. While you are there stop to have a look at the stunning selection of marine fish and corals, tropical fish and plants and fancy goldfish and aquariums. Call them now on 01623 428020 or visit them at 191 Southwell Road West, Mansfield NG18 4HF
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Home & Garden National Pet Month
nature, dogs work closely with people in a variety of roles including law enforcement, search and rescue, and farming. As assistance animals, dogs provide help for the visually and hearing impaired, serve as an alert system for impending seizures, and offer additional strength and mobility for the physically disabled. Dogs also provide comfort for some people suffering emotional difficulties. As a child I remember the Blue Peter team showing me and thousands of others how to prepare my tortoise for hibernation during the winter months. Nowadays there are a myriad of professional services available to help us care for our precious pets. From pet sitting to micro-chipping, there is somebody out there who can do it all! Starting 7th April is National Pet Month, an annual event that brings together pet lovers, animal welfare charities, professional bodies and pet businesses.
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Local furniture store Progressive Furnishings takes part in the hit TV show 60 minute makeover, London
expect. We are used to working with quality furniture every day, it’s what we do best. And in this case there just happened to be a film crew watching. Everyone’s team work skills were fantastic on set and we were made to feel very welcome. Our skills were put to good use that day!”
Progressive Furnishings is a family run business that specialize in solid oak furniture with dovetail joints, they also sell leather and fabric sofas, all with traditional build quality and an extensive range of home accessories. Something to suit everyone’s pocket. They were spotted by 60 minute makeover and DIY SOS designer Julia Kendal whilst browsing the internet (progressive-furnishings. co.uk) looking for quality oak furniture suitable for her project featuring a family home in Uxbridge, London on 60 minute makeover. Jonathan Mee Proprietor of progressive Furnishings said that it would be a privilege to take part in the London episode of 60 minute makeover as the company had previously been involved in a similar makeover with the show at Sutton in Ashfield in 2008 and enjoyed every minute of it.
Catherine Gee the presenter of 60 minute makeover recorded a small and quite unexpected interview with James, he said “ hopefully it doesn’t show on camera quite how unexpected this was.” When the room was completed it looked stunning. The Progressive team were given lots of compliments on their oak furniture from the cast and crew members which meant a lot considering these people deal with lots of different furniture in their line of work every day. James added “ Tom and I had a great day, We would both like to say ‘thank you’ to everyone on set ,and feel privileged to have taken part in the show and hopefully we have helped make a difference to this families life.” This episode of 60 minute makeover goes on air 13th April 2012 on ITV.
The Progressive Furnishings team involved in this makeover included Store Manager James Mee and Sales Assistant Tom Musson. James said “ This was an opportunity that couldn’t be missed. The whole experience was much more natural than you might
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Health and Wellbeing Active Ageing
Thomas Jeppesen went on to say that small regular exercises routines can be tailored around your daily living and may range from a brief 3 minute daily exercise routine, a few times up and down the stairs, a walk in the Swimming pool or some simple pelvis floor exercises. These are some of the basic exercises that can be tailored to suit almost everyone.
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There are several reasons why this is and will be an increasingly important topic: The overall population is ageing.
Health on Hand Mansfield is offering everyone the Chance for a FREE chiropractic Check with advice on exercises. For a more complete 4 point assessment, checking Posture, Leg Length, Balance and Basic Strength, they are hosting an Open Morning on Thursday 26th April from 9.30-2PM.
People are living longer giving rise to hereto unseen problems Are Being active has been shown to help maintain Bone Strength, Muscle Tone and Balance. Increased Bone Strength means less risk of fractures Increased Muscle Tone gives better stability, leading to better protection of the joints. Better Balance means fewer falls thus preventing a multitude of injuries. Furthermore all of this will lead to better functioning heart and lungs, thus better circulation which in turn promotes more energy, better healing and better health. ‘There are many ways of keeping active; Triathlons, Ironmen and Marathons are NOT necessary I’m happy to say’ states Chiropractor Thomas Jeppesen from Health on Hand Mansfield of 15 St John Street ‘changing how you do your daily tasks may be enough!’
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2012 is the International Active Ageing Year Fed up with those Aches and Pains? Active Ageing Assessment! Thursday 26th April, from 9.30 to 2PM Health on Hand is opening the doors for a morning of Ageing Actively. The chiropractors will be available to answer questions and give advice. Why not Book for a FREE Active Ageing 4 point Check? Have your Posture, Leg Length, Basic Muscle Strength and Balance checked. Thursday April 26th from 9.30 to Podiatry, 2PM Chiropractic, Chiropody, Massage and
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Food and Drink Hot Cross Buns Wonderful Easter fare and home made are so much nicer. Prep time: 20 min, plus 3 hours proving Cooking time: 25 min Makes15-20 buns Ingredients For the buns 500 g strong bread flour, plus extra for dusting 1 1/2 tsp salt 75 g caster sugar 7 g sachet dried yeast 300 ml mixed milk and water 50 g sultanas 100 g raisins zest of 2 oranges 80 g mixed peel 2 tsp ground cinnamon 75 g plain flour For the crosses 75g plain flour Water to make a paste.
Lightly grease a baking sheet. Divide the dough into 15-20 pieces and roll each into a ball. Put them on a baking tray and leave to rest for 1 hour. Set the oven to 220°C/gas 8. To make the crosses for the buns, mix the plain flour with enough water to make a smooth, thick paste. You can either make a piping bag out of parchment paper or use a piping bag with a plain nozzle to pipe the paste onto the buns in a crossshape. Bake the buns for 25 minutes until golden brown. Combine the sugar and water together to make a syrup and brush this liberally all over the buns. Serve immediately. NB Many people don’t like mixed peel. In this case try substituting finely chopped dried apricot, or add more sultanas instead.
For the glaze 50 g sugar 50 ml water Method Put the yeast and sugar into a bowl. Sieve the flour and salt into the same bowl. Slowly add enough of the milk and water mix to achieve pliable dough. Tip out onto a lightly floured surface and knead well for 5 minutes, then put the dough back into the bowl and leave to rise for 1 hour. Incorporate the sultanas, mixed peel (or substituted fruit), orange zest and cinnamon into the dough and leave to rise for 1 hour.
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ur March meeting commenced with our AGM. The Chairman, John Smallwood opened the meeting by thanking the members for their continuing support and the Committee for their dedication and hard work throughout the year. The Society was pleased to report their involvement in a number of on-going projects; World War 1 and the news that Blidworth Community Association has given us a start-up grant to help fund our research, Blidworth Mining Memorial and Blidworth in the 21st Century. The Society is also happy to support the Parish Council’s funding application for the preservation of our village’s one remaining windmill; also the marvellous achievement of Chris Dabbs Clay in association with the Blidworth Parish Council, in the creation of a memorial in the village to her ancestor Matthew Clay. In her own words, she ‘wanted to bring him home’.
Our membership continues to grow alongside our archive of photographs, mining maps and plans and other memorabilia. Our database now holds approximately 1000 photographs, digitised voice recordings, maps and newspaper cuttings. The Society is committed to making all of its archival material available to its members for research purposes. Our website has grown in the last year; there are now fifteen pages of interesting and unusual information about the village and surrounding area. Topics now include wells, farms, mining, interesting people, interesting finds and a ‘Did you know’ page. We would welcome articles from anyone who remembers the village and its people from their childhood. The Society is now linked to a research programme being undertaken by Nottingham University on ‘The People of Sherwood Forest’ throughout history. We have also allied ourselves to the ‘Save Blidworth Campaign’. Following the AGM, refreshments served and members invited to photographs, a survey of Blidworth names, local historical finds and memorabilia.
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The evening concluded with a fascinating talk with slides by our Vice Chairman and local historian, Philip Jones, on the ‘Development of Ravenshead’. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday April 3rd. Our speaker will be ‘Mac’ Munford who will be bringing his collection of old and unusual everyday objects. It looks like being a fun evening, so please come along and join us. We meet at 7pm at the Methodist Chapel on Main Street. Parking is available at the rear. For more information please contact the Secretary, Dale Smallwood. Telephone 01623 479978 dalesmallwood@ntlworld.com
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