Holmesfield Parish Council Newsletter - December 2021 by Holmesfeldian

Barry Wheat

PARISH COUNCILLORS

(Chairman), Planning, Newsletter Holmesfield Amenity Trust Phil Reaney (Vice-Chairman), Road Safety, Footpaths & 0114 289 1167 Bridleways, Henry Fanshawe Foundation Carol Huckerby NEDDC Liaison, Penny Acres School 0114 289 0468 Holmesfield Relief in Need, Holmesfield Education Foundation Charities Dr. Mark Blagden Transport 0114 289 0018

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Bernard Hoare

Playground, Village Society

Shirley Reaney

Peak Park, Dronfield Relief in Need Charity Village Hall

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Dr. David Ward

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Wynford Rosser Environment 0114 289 0417 Thomas Marples Neighbourhood Watch

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Liz Boswell

(Clerk) 8 Main Street, Blackfordby, Swadlincote. DE11 8AD holmesfieldparishcouncil@hotmail.co.uk

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Village Hall Letting Officer & Caretaker: Lucy Perry - 01246 721255 / 07752 478866 holmesfieldvillagehall@outlook.com Tree Warden: Nick Deniff 0114 2899359 Newsletter Editor: Nick Wheat 0781 1446450 Newsletter Distribution: Ken & Sandra Hunt 0114 2899257 Bentley Strafford-Stephenson 07837 816523 District Councillor: County Councillor: Angelique Foster 07970 741781 Member of Parliament: Lee Rowley 020 7219 4197 Police: Non-emergency 101 www.crimestoppers-uk.org 0800 555111 Crimestoppers:

HOLMESFIELD VILLAGE HALL HIRING RATES Main Hall : Small Hall : Committee Room : Kitchen :

£14.00 per Hour £10.00 per Hour £8.50 per Hour £6.00 per Hour

A refundable bond of £20.00 is required at the time of booking to cover any breakages and damage. Parties running later than 9pm will be charged an additional £40.00 to cover clean up time. Residents living in the Parish of Holmesfield will receive a 10% discount for Private Functions. Licensable activities such as music, dancing and particularly the sale of alcohol may require a Temporary Event Notice which must be applied for at the licensing section of North East Derbyshire District Council prior to the booking.

For more information and bookings please contact the Hall Letting Officer, Lucy Perry: 01246 721255 / 07752 478866 Email: holmesfieldvillagehall@outlook.com

INFORMATION ON LOCAL SERVICES Derbyshire County Council: County Hall, Matlock. DE4 3AG Tel: 01629 580000 – Call Derbyshire: 0845 6058058 Monday – Friday 8.00am – 8.00pm, Saturday 9.30am – 4.00pm Education, Libraries, Rights of Way, Social Services, Gritting, Street Lighting, Pot Holes, Trading Standards. North East Derbyshire District Council 2013 Mill Lane, Wingerworth, Chesterfield. S42 6NG. Tel: 01246 231111 Bulk Waste, Council Tax, Dog Wardens, Energy Advice, Environmental Health, Fly Tipping, Housing, Event Licensing, Pest Control, Planning, Recycling and Refuse, Street Cleaning Holmesfield Parish Council: Tel: 07758 460757 Bus Shelters, Dog Bins, Playground, Village Hall, Grit Bins.

CONTACTING DERBYSHIRE POLICE ONLINE A team of helpful call handlers are here for the people of Derbyshire 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The links you can use to get in touch digitally are: Facebook: message www.facebook.com/derbyshireconstabulary Twitter: direct message www.twitter.com/derpolcontact Website: online forms and Live Chat by visiting www.derbyshire.police.uk 3

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WELCOME TO HOLMESFIELD VILLAGE HALL

We are now OPEN as normal and offering an exciting programme of classes and events for all. Holmesfield Village Hall is a clean, spacious, well ventilated community venue with ample private parking, available to hire for your events and celebrations. Email for info: holmesfieldvillagehall@outlook.com

Here is a taste of our Winter Events:

Mondays

Art Class : Develop your creative talents. Adult art class / painting class suitable for all. Contact Glen: 07710 600453. 10am start. Rhythmix Dance : Inspire confidence, dance technique and performance skills. Dance and gymnastics classes for all children from pre-school to teens. Contact Jess & Hayley: 07725 908390. 4pm start. Zumba : Latin Inspired dance/fitness class. If you love to dance, enjoy moving to great music and want to keep fit then this class is for you - feel good fitness suitable for all. Contact Lucy: 0775 2478866 Email: zumba.dronfield@hotmail.co.uk. 7pm start.

Tuesdays

Rhythmix Dance : Inspire confidence, dance technique and performance skills. Dance and gymnastics classes for all children from pre-school to teens. Contact Jess & Hayley: 07725 908390. 4pm start. Keep Fit : Aerobics and body conditioning exercises suitable for all. Contact Geraldine: 07594 684676. 7.30pm start.

Wednesdays

Kilners Cakes : Creative cake decorating workshops, running on regular Wednesday evenings. Contact Andrea for details of the next workshop: 07961 454943. Holmesfield Gardening Association : If you are a keen gardener and looking to join a club come along to our next meeting on the first Wednesday of the month. Contact Hilary 07748 846257. 7.30pm start. Holmesfield Flower Arranging Club : New to flower arranging or keen to develop existing skills? Come along to our demonstrations and club workshops every third Wednesday of the month commencing in February. Contact 0771 8925514. 7.00pm start.

Thursdays

Rhythmix Dance : Inspire confidence, dance technique and performance skills. Dance and gymnastics classes for all children from pre-school to teens. Contact Jess & Hayley: 07725 908390. 4pm start. Amanda Coupland Dog Training Classes : 6 week course running Oct/Nov. Contact: 07971 049175 or email: info@derbyshiredogservices.com Keep Fit : Aerobics and body conditioning exercises suitable for all. Contact Geraldine: 07594 684676. 7.30pm start.

Fridays

Helen O’Grady Drama Academy/After School Club : Drama Classes for primary/secondary. Contact Nick or Helen: 07952 780823 Email: sheffield@helenogrady.co.uk. 4.30pm start. Fused Glass Workshops : Artistic adult class in Fused Glass. Contact Jan Ward for Workshop dates & information: 07751 529378

Saturdays

Little Spinners : Cricketing Skills for 2 to 8 years. Contact Richard: 07368 339516 Email: richard@littlespinners.co.uk 9.00am to 12.00pm (various sessions) Kilners Cakes : Creative cake decorating workshops, running on regular Saturday afternoons. Contact Andrea for details of the next workshop: 07961 454943.

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VILLAGE HALL CALENDAR : DECEMBER 2021 Holmesfield Parish Council Meeting Holmesfield Gardening Association – Contact Hilary : 07748 846257 Rhythmix Dance Workshop – dance classes for children www.rhythmixdancestudio.com 2nd December (Thurs.) Amanda Coupland Dog & Puppy Training : www.derbyshiredogservices.com Holmesfield Keep Fit (suitable for all) - contact Geraldine : 07594 684676 Private Booking 3rd December (Fri.) Helen O’Grady Drama Academy / After School Club Primary & secondary age - contact: sheﬃeld@helenogrady.co.uk 1st December (Wed.)

4th December (Sat.) 5th December (Sun.)

Holmesﬁeld Local Christmas Market - Over 25 stalls All local producers - artists, crafters, bakers, brewers and distillers will be there with great Christmas gift ideas. Private Booking Glen Wright Art Class (suitable for all) - contact: 07710 600453

Live Longer Live Stronger Age UK Chair Based Exercise - contact Kerry: 07923 672165 Rhythmix Dance classes for children www.rhythmixdancestudio.com Zumba Latin Inspired Dance/Fitness class suitable for all contact Lucy : 0775 2478866 Penny Acres School Rhythmix Dance Workshop – dance classes for children 7th December (Tues.) www.rhythmixdancestudio.com Holmesfield Keep Fit (suitable for all) - contact Geraldine : 07594 684676 Private Booking 8th December (Wed.) Kilner’s Cakes cake decorating workshop - contact Andrea : 07961 454943 Rhythmix Dance Workshop – dance classes for children www.rhythmixdancestudio.com 9th December (Thurs.) Amanda Coupland Dog & Puppy Training : www.derbyshiredogservices.com Holmesfield Keep Fit (suitable for all) - contact Geraldine : 07594 684676 NEW Fused Glass Workshop – Creative Adult Class in Fused Glass contact Jan Ward : 07751 529378 10th December (Fri.) Private Booking Helen O’Grady Drama Academy / After School Club Primary & secondary age - contact: sheﬃeld@helenogrady.co.uk Little Spinners : Cricketing Skills for 2 – 8year olds. 11th December (Sat.) For Info: richard@littlespinners.co.uk Kilner’s Cakes cake decorating workshop - contact Andrea : 07961 454943 Private Booking 6th December (Mon.)

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Holmesfield Village Society Presents – The Christmas family film, The Polar Express. Doors open 3pm, film screening 3.30pm. Tickets available from helen.geary@hotmail.co.uk Tel: 07843 629272 / 07725 705500 Glen Wright Art Class (suitable for all) - contact: 07710 600453 Live Longer Live Stronger Age UK Chair Based Exercise - contact Kerry: 07923 672165 Rhythmix Dance classes for children www.rhythmixdancestudio.com Zumba Latin Inspired Dance/Fitness class suitable for all contact Lucy : 0775 2478866 Penny Acres School Rhythmix Dance Workshop – dance classes for children www.rhythmixdancestudio.com Holmesfield Keep Fit (suitable for all) - contact Geraldine : 07594 684676 Penny Acres School : Christmas Concert Rhythmix Dance Workshop – dance classes for children www.rhythmixdancestudio.com Amanda Coupland Dog & Puppy Training : www.derbyshiredogservices.com Holmesfield Keep Fit (suitable for all) - contact Geraldine : 07594 684676 Private Booking Helen O’Grady Drama Academy / After School Club Primary & secondary age - contact: sheffield@helenogrady.co.uk Little Spinners : Cricketing Skills for 2 – 8year olds. 7 For Info: richard@littlespinners.co.uk Rhythmix Dance Workshop Private Booking

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16th December (Thurs.) Amanda Coupland Dog & Puppy Training : www.derbyshiredogservices.com Holmesfield Keep Fit (suitable for all) - contact Geraldine : 07594 684676 Private Booking 17th December (Fri.) Helen O’Grady Drama Academy / After School Club Primary & secondary age - contact: sheﬃeld@helenogrady.co.uk Little Spinners : Cricketing Skills for 2 – 8year olds. 18th December (Sat.) For Info: richard@littlespinners.co.uk Rhythmix Dance Workshop Private Booking 19th December (Sun.) Private Booking

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VILLAGE HALL CALENDAR : DECEMBER 2021

20th December (Mon.) Live Longer Live Stronger Age UK Chair Based Exercise - contact Kerry: 07923 672165 Penny Acres School 21st December (Tues.) Holmesfield Keep Fit (suitable for all) - contact Geraldine : 07594 684676 23rd December (Thurs.) Holmesfield Keep Fit (suitable for all) - contact Geraldine : 07594 684676

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Holmesﬁeld Village Hall would like to wish all hirers and visitors a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Now taking Bookings for 2022 : holmesﬁeldvillagehall@outlook.com

JANUARY NEWSLETTER All copy for the January Newsletter must be received by 18th December to ensure inclusion in the magazine. Holmesfield Parish Council welcomes the submission of articles pertinent to Holmesfield by residents for publication in the Parish Newsletter. Any thoughts and opinions are those of the individual(s) and may not necessarily be shared or endorsed by Holmesfield Parish Council. Any submissions must include full name and contact details before publication can be considered by the editor. Please send your articles typed via email if possible. This is especially important for images you wish to include. Please email any articles to: Holmesfield-newsletter@hotmail.com

POLICE REPORT TO PARISH COUNCIL The crimes for October 2021 include 1 theft and 1 public order. The Safer Neighbourhood Team are continuing to work within the community in respect of inappropriate parking. They attended the youth provision at the church, which has commenced with some success and are working to hopefully provide Xtreme wheels provision. This time of year has often - as in previous years - seen increase in burglaries and the Safer Neighbourhood Team remind residents that security starts at home and are happy to visit residents and offer further support or advice.

CODE OF CONDUCT North East Derbyshire District Council adopted a new code of conduct in July 2021, this has now also been adopted by Holmesfield Parish Council. 9

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PLANNING MATTERS Applications Received from North East Derbyshire District Council: 21/01195/FL : Mr. T. Brown – Holmesfield Cricket Club, Cordwell Lane, Millthorpe – Application for the installation of single storey timber clubhouse (Private Drainage System). NO COMMENT 21/01222/LDC : Mr. R. Hadfield – Brindwood House, Millthorpe Lane, Holmesfield – Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for existing use of dwelling. COMMENT To raise an objection for the retrospective application to convert a garage into a dwelling. This application does not address the issues highlighted to the Planning Authority of the two additional buildings that are being constructed on the site that do not appear to have had applications submitted nor approval granted. 21/01229/FL : Mr W Calvert – Brookfields Farm, Main Road, Holmesfield – Retrospective application for farm engineering operations to alter land levels on land adjacent. COMMENT To raise an objection as the plans submitted do not adequately represent what work has been carried out on the site. 21/01285/FLH : Mr. & Mrs. Kenny – High Gate House, Holmesfield – Application for the siting of a timber storage shed (revised scheme of 21/00168/FLH). NO COMMENT Determinations made by North East Derbyshire District Council: 21/01077/CATPO : Mr. & Mrs. Williams – Franklin House Horsleygate Lane Holmesfield – Notification of intended works to trees within Horsleygate and Cordwell Conservation Area. WITHDRAWN 21/01087/AMEND : Mr. & Mrs. Butcher – Kesteven, Cordwell Lane, Millthorpe – Application for a non-material minor amendment to planning approval 18/00243/ FLH for a front porch, a two-storey rear extension and a detached carport. APPROVED 21/01167/AGD : Mr. & Mrs. Lowe – Unthank Hall Farm, Unthank Lane, Holmesfield – Prior notification for the construction of a modern agricultural storage building for hay, straw and machinery. NOT REQUIRED

PARISH COUNCIL MEETING The next meeting of the Parish Council will take place on Wednesday 1st December in Holmesfield Village Hall on Vicarage Close. 11

PLANNING MATTERS (CONTINUED) Appeals against Determinations made by North East Derbyshire District Council: NED/20/01143/FL : Mr. & Mrs. Hinchliffe – Little Orchard, Horsleygate Lane, Holmesfield – Residential development for 1 dwelling including demolition of existing building and tennis court, reduction in hardstanding and provision of associated landscaping. COMMENT To reiterate the comments made at the meeting of 10 February 2021: “The application is opposed as the site is situated in the green belt and outside the Holmesfield settlement area. Approvals have only been given in such areas for conversion of redundant agricultural buildings and not new developments.” NED/21/00330/AFULD : Mr. N. Lee – Fanshawe Gate Barn, Fanshaw Gate Lane, Holmesfield – Application for agricultural building to be used as machinery store. NO COMMENT

HOLMESFIELD NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH Thank you to Sally Ann Marples-Shaw for volunteering to be the new Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator. Sally’s contact details are: Tel: 07930 430044 – Email: sallyannms@icloud.com

HOLMESFIELD YOUTH CLUB Glow! Holmesfield’s new youth club had an excellent first evening in November. Twenty-one local young people turned up to wrestle each other in Sumo suits, daub neon paints upon their faces, pot some shots at pool and generally enjoy themselves while snacking on treats from the tuck shop. The next one is planned for 6th December 7.00-8.30pm in Holmesfield Church Hall and is for young people in Y7-11. We really need some more volunteers to be able to run the group regularly. If you’re over 18, young at heart and would like to find out more about what it’s like to be involved with this fantastic group of young people contact Sarah Webb for a chat on 07929582233 or email: sarah@webbhome.co.uk We’re grateful for the generosity of local individuals and organisations including our own Holmesfield Local Market, St Swithin’s Church and NEDCC to make it happen. 13

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HOLMESFIELD’S NEW VILLAGE SOCIETY COMMITTEE Hello from the “New” Holmesfield Village Society Committee! The Village Society was established over 25 years ago to raise funds and run events that help bring together the people of Holmesfield and the Parish. It’s also worth noting, that while it’s called the ‘Holmesfield Village Society’, the Society does actually Alison Taylor (Treasurer), Elaine Liversidge (Social Media), include all the villages in the Parish. The Helen Geary (Chair), Adam Kilner (Secretary). Village Society has achieved many things over the years, not least the building of facilities such as the children’s playground and the Millennium Garden for the enjoyment of us all. In our first few weeks we have already drawn upon the experience and knowledge of the previous committee, which has been invaluable, and we want to extend huge thanks to them for all the hard work they have done over recent years, and we know that we can count on their continued support. The Holmesfield Market Committee also deserve a HUGE thank-you for the work they have done in particular over the last two years during exceptionally tough times for us all. They have helped to shape and strengthen the goodwill and community spirit that now exists in our village and they were quick to form support networks for the benefit of all our villagers during the various lockdowns we have been through. The Market Committee will now focus more on running the amazing markets which we missed so much during lockdowns. The next Holmesfield Market is on Saturday 4th December – be sure not to miss it – come along and support artisan stalls and get your Christmas shopping underway! The new Holmesfield Village Society committee was formed in October 2021 and we have already planned a number of special Christmas events in the village to end the year, which we very much hope you will come along and support – we have our first movie night at The Village Hall on the 12th December – come and get on board the Polar Express with us and enjoy hot dogs, popcorn with a licensed bar for the grown ups! On the 19th December we have Santa coming to the village and he will be in his Grotto at the George & Dragon, followed by carols around the trees in the Millennium Gardens with hot mulled cider and mince pies. Look out for our updates and posts on the Holmesfield Community Facebook page. We are very much hoping that with the Market Committee’s and your support, we can run more great activities in our gorgeous village in 2022. The Holmesfield Village Society committee normally meet every Monday at 6.30pm in the George & Dragon. We welcome all ideas and suggestions and look forward to recruiting volunteers. We hope you will want to get involved! Look out for Holmesfield Village Society news on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/holmesfield. We look forward to seeing you all in December! With thanks from the new Holmesfield Village Society Committee 15

HE’S BEHIND YOU! Oh no he isn’t!… Oh yes he IS! Ah the familiar banter of the pantomime, thankfully returning this year. The dressing up, the make up, the cheap gags, the comic-drama of it all - and laced within, the magic of Christmas. Both the festive singing and spirit, and the old tale of the underdog overcoming the odds to win the day / get the girl / beat the baddies. Whichever way you look at it, Christmas is a human drama. Whether its the drama of getting your family together and not knowing if Uncle Bob is going to get into a row about Brexit with your partner; or the dramas predictably coming to a head on Albert Square or Coronation Street or as the Strictly final nears. The drama of kids crashing into the room in the wee hours to announce that Santa had in fact visited in the night; the building drama and tension of whether the presents bought will be liked or loathed by our loved ones. And how did all this fuss start? After the pain (no gas and air) and sweat and tension of labour, a child was born. “But little Lord Jesus, no crying he makes.” (Hmmm, I bet there was some crying and a few nappies to be changed!). And so God comes, into the messy drama of human life. Into our tragicomic reality, bringing peace, overcoming the odds, winning the day: Light and life to all he brings Risen with healing in his wings Mild he lays his glory by Born that man no more may die Born, that no matter what life throws at you, whatever dramas or pantomimes your life looks like, you will always know - he’s behind you. And the only surprise is the generosity of the gift - everlasting love. Some say, “Oh no he isn’t?” Well you know what’s I’m gonna say: Oh yes he is! Christmas blessings to you and all those you love. Rev. Ian

BETTY BOOKER We wish to record the sad passing of Betty Booker aged 95 on 9th October 2021 and her burial on 25th October. The family would like to thank all relatives and friends for their support at this sad time. 17

CHRISTINGLE SERVICE Many people have told me how much they love the special Christingle service held each year in St. Swithin’s church at 6pm on Christmas Eve. Arrive at 5.30pm to collect your Christingles. As well as being a magical occasion it helps to raise funds for the important work of the Children’s Society. This really is a big village occasion, and we could do with help from people in the village to make sure it all runs smoothly on the night. If this is something you can support us with please do get in touch with me. Thank you. Rev. Ian.

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH AT HOLMESFIELD CHURCH Don’t spend Christmas day alone ! Robin and Jane Greetham are planning a Christmas Dinner in Holmesfield Church Hall on December 25th especially for those people who are likely to be on their own on Christmas day. There is no charge. If you would like to be there, please phone Robin & Jane on 01246 412767 so that they know how many to cater for and be notified of any special dietary requirements. Lifts can be arranged. Guests are requested to ensure they are up to date with vaccinations.

FROM THE PARISH REGISTERS Baptisms: 28th November - Josie Kathleen Thompson and Lilly Mae Burgin Funerals: 22nd November - Kathleen Johnson at St. Swithin’s church.

ALL DOG OWNERS Dog fouling issues are the worst they have ever been in Holmesfield. Most people take poo bags out with then and remove it, but others give all dog owners a bad name by leaving it. The irresponsible ones do not use poo bags, they go out under the cover of darkness and think picking it up does not apply to them. Some go out in broad daylight and leave a mess on footpaths used by the children on their way to school. 19

HOLMESFIELD GARDENING ASSOCIATION On 3rd November the Association held the annual Pie & Pea Supper for the first time since lockdown. Prior to lockdown, the Supper held at the end of the Gardening season (although many gardeners regard Autumn as the beginning of next year’s Gardening programme ; a time to plan and prepare) was a popular village event not just for gardeners but for everyone in the village. People were wondering if anyone would want to come after the trials of the past few months but fortunately lots of members and their friends attended. Everyone seemed very pleased to meet with friends and enjoy the delicious pies and puds whilst listening to the gentle tunes of the Busking Buddies and their comfortingly familiar jokes. Unfortunately Catherine Nuttgens is unable to give a talk on tree planting but has been replaced by Mr. Don Witton who is to talk to us on “A Hardy Planter’s Winter Survival Kit” on Wednesday 1st December. In January we are having a talk from Mr. Peter Forrow on the relevant subject of “The Gardening Year Part One“ and he will be following up this talk later in 2022 with “The Gardening Year Part Two”. In February we have our Annual General Meeting so we do not have a speaker, but this is the Meeting when the Results of the Hyacinth Growing Competition are judged and traditionally the Garden Association Committee provided some festive treats for the members. All talks commence at 7.30pm at Holmesfield Village Hall on the first Wednesday of the month. A small charge is made for visitors. Don’t forget your Hyacinths !! Frances Webb

HOLMESFIELD CHURCH WALKING GROUP DRONFIELD WALK On Wednesday 1st December, Robin Greetham will lead a walk starting from the Jolly Farmer public house on Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse (S18 8ZQ). We will walk down the Lea Brook Valley then up Stubley Lane to Summerwood followed by crossing the fields to Barnes Lane and back to the Jolly Farmer for lunch (optional). The walk is approx. 4 miles long and a short cut is available. If you would like to come just turn up on the day. The cost of the walk is £4 and the proceeds will go to Holmesfield Church maintenance fund. Please phone Robin on 01246 412767 if you have any queries. 21

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HOLMESFIELD SUPPORT GROUP It is good to hear that so many people have availed themselves of the booster vaccinations. To date in North East Derbyshire, 89% of the population over 12 years old have had their first vaccination and 84% have had the second. The numbers of those who have received boosters are not available at the moment. At time of writing there were two people admitted daily to Chesterfield, this was -11% on the previous 7 days ((Source: Coronavirus.data.gov.uk). So the numbers are looking better! If you do want to get your booster, you can now book your appointment online at: www.nhs.uk/book-a-coronavirus-vaccination As the winter months come, should anyone need any assistance please let us know. However, we would like to point out that our volunteers give up their free time to support people and unfortunately we had a report this month of a member in the community being quite rude and unkind to one of our volunteers. This is not acceptable behaviour and in this particular case we have had to withdraw our support. As we start to hand over some of our activities to Holmesfield Village Society, this will be our last round up of the Halloween Pumpkin Trail. This tradition will continue but next year the HVS will run it. It has been an absolute resounding success again this year – thank you all for your help. Particular thanks goes to the Shepley family and all at Woodthorpe Hall for hosting the Warm Cider & Spooky Treats, and building the spooky trail through the woods. The event that you all supported raised £149.45, which was shared as a donation to St. Swithin’s Church and the village.

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HOLMESFIELD SUPPORT GROUP (CONTINUED) You may remember that Penny Acres school had a fantastic scarecrow display this year and won the Children’s Prize. We finally managed to get the certificate and prize to them, kindly donated by Holmesfield Local Market. Thanks to Mr Radcliffe and Mrs Smith for their help! The memorials and poppies look great around the village. We will leave these up until the end of November. Thank you to Andrea for putting all the names on the poppies. The funding for this year’s poppies was supported by the grant we received from North East Derbyshire District Council.

Finally, a very important date for you all to remember – HOLMESFIELD LOCAL MARKET is back on 4th December, 10am – 2pm. There are over 30 stalls, lots of new and exciting local businesses. Please come and support the event. The market will be in the Angel Inn, St. Swithin’s Church Hall and Holmesfield Village Hall. There will be live musical entertainment in both venues. The market team are really excited to also tell you about the fabulous Holmesfield Local Market bags that will be available for sale at the Market. These are canvas tote bags and can be washed and used again! They will be available from a number of stalls on the day at a price of £4. As always, all profits that the Local Market team make are used for the running of the market and to support our Holmesfield and Millthorpe communities. Finally, if you are feeling a bit apprehensive about social mixing, we are encouraging people to wear masks if that makes you feel safer, but it is not a legal requirement. Just to remind you, if you need any support please contact us via the Holmesfield Support Network on facebook – just search @Holmesfield2020 to find our page. Or message on Whatsapp to 07711772058 if you want to join the network community page. 25

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CHRISTMAS IN HOLMESFIELD 2021 Dates For Your Diary... Saturday 4th December Holmesfield Christmas Market at St. Swithin’s Church Hall, Holmesfield Village Hall, the Angel Inn and front car park, 10.00am to 2.00pm.

Sunday 12th December The big screen comes to Holmesfield with the screening of the Christmas family favourite - Polar Express – in Holmesfield Village Hall. Doors open at 3.00pm for 3.30pm start. Refreshments include fresh popcorn and hotdogs. Licensed bar. Seating is limited so please buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets - £5 adult £4 child - from helen.geary@hotmail.co.uk, Tel: 07843 629272

Sunday 19th December Traditional carols in St. Swithin’s church. Service starts at 10.30am. Followed by: Santa’s Grotto at the George & Dragon. Booking is essential – full details and booking form on page 31. Tickets cost £6.50 per child which includes an appropriate gift. Followed by: Christmas carol singing in Holmesfield Millennium Garden from 6.00pm. Festive refreshments including mulled cider and mince pies. All welcome.

Friday 24th December Christingle Service at St Swithin’s Church - arrive from 5.30pm to assemble your Christingles and then service starts at 6.00pm. All welcome! Donations to the Children’s Society gratefully received. Midnight communion service at St Swithin’s Church starts at 11.30pm.

Saturday 25th December Short family communion service starting at 10.30am. For the latest updates on all these events visit the Holmesfield Community Page on Facebook.

Enjoy some fabulous fun with family and friends this Christmas in Holmesfield!

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Due to popular demand, Santa will be returning to his grotto at the George & Dragon pub on Sunday, 19th December. To book a place to see Santa please complete the booking form below and return to:-

“Santa’s Little helper” The Old Vicarage Holmesfield S18 7WT Bookings can only be accepted by using this form and must be received no later than Friday 3rd December. No bookings can be accepted after this date. Please make sure full payment and contact details are supplied. There are just 40 places available so please book early to avoid disappoinment!

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A very excited class of children were involved in creating the draw electronically with a computer number generator for the month of November. We are pleased to announce the winners as follows:November 2021 1st prize No. 123 Mrs. E. Bird £54.00 2nd prize No. 10 Mr. R. Crookes £12.00 Penny Acres School were also awarded £54.00. Thank you to all the parents, family members, neighbours and local residents for your continued support especially during the past year. You can join the lottery at any time only £1 per number per month so please feel free if you would like to join contact either Penny Acres School Office or Samantha Copley by emailing samcopley@me.com or phone: 0780 3128729

HOLMESFIELD FLOWER ARRANGING CLUB Holmesfield Flower Arranging Club are not meeting in December or January and are planning to start up again in February. The committee are meeting in December to plan the programme for next year. For further details of the club, please contact Diane Sheldon – Email: Diane.sheldon1@btinternet.com

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HOLMESFIELD PENNY ACRES SCHOOL Dear friends of Penny Acres Primary School, I have just taken delivery of our brand new, beautifully printed prospectus: an e-version of which can be found on our website - www.pennyacres.derbyshire.sch.uk or at: www.designforeducation.co.uk/penny-acres-primary-school-prospectus/ If you have friends or family that this may be of interest to, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office on 01142 890330 to arrange collection of a printed copy or feel free to share the link above. Mr Ratcliffe – Executive Headteacher. Federation of Penny Acres and Wigley Primary Schools. Penny Acres: 0114 2890330

MOBILE LIBRARY Derbyshire County Council’s mobile library service operates on a 4-weekly cycle. The mobile library will be at 6 Park Rise, Holmesfield between 10.25am and 10.50am on Mondays 29th November, 24th January and 21st February. * Please note there will be no visit over Christmas * The staff look forward to welcoming you on board to browse the stock and access their services. The mobile libraries have a lift if you use a wheelchair or have mobility problems. For further information call 01629 533444, or email ask.library@derbyshire.gov.uk

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COWLEY MISSION AND THE VINE FELLOWSHIP Our services have now been open for a few weeks. Everyone is welcome to come and visit / join us. Service commences at 10.30am each Sunday at Cowley Mission. Dates for December:5th Cowley Mission (Communion) 12th Tom Smiles 19th Steve Richards (Carol Service FROM 3.00pm) 26th No Service We reopen on 9th January 2022 when it will be Steve Richards.

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DRONFIELD HALL BARN TRUST EVENTS Book online, in the coffee shop or by email: bookings.dht@outlook.com. Friday 26th November, 4.00pm to 7.00pm Saturday 27th November, 10.00am to 3.00pm Christmas Market Our market is the place to get the tastiest local produce and gift ideas for your perfect Christmas celebration. Across two venues; the Peel Centre and the Barn. Monday 29th November to Sunday 5th December, 10.00am - 4.00pm The Arty Crafters Exhibition Come and see a new exhibition by The Arty Crafters at the Barn from Monday 29th November. The group will be exhibiting in our Courtyard Room, and is formed of five artists: Jan Ward(jewellery and stained glass), Ali Thomas (pyrography artist), Chris Turk (woodturning), Pam Thomson (quilts, needlework and patchwork), and Anne Turk (pet and wildlife pastel artist). Saturday 4th December, 10.00am - 4.00pm (with 1 hour lunch break) 2021 Stained Glass Workshop in the Edward Lucas Hall in the Peel Centre No previous experience is needed and all materials will be provided to enable you to complete making a striking stained glass Christmas candle hanger during the workshop. This session will include the whole process including cutting and grinding your glass through to assembly and finishing off your piece ready to take home. We regret that due to the use of soldering irons we are imposing a minimum age of 16 years. Members £45, Non-members £50.

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FRIENDS OF GILLFIELD WOOD Monday 6th December: “Swifts” our Christmas meeting, is an illustrated talk by John Ellicock. Lester Hartmann of the now famous “Peak Boxes” will be joining us with his specially designed Swift nest boxes. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the Totley Swift Group which has been running for two seasons and is an integral part of Friends of Gillfield Wood. At the moment this indoor meeting has been arranged to be in Totley Library at 7.30pm. This meeting is likely to be bookings only as we are limited to 30 attendees but we could be forced into making it a Zoom meeting so please check the website nearer the time if you are interested. Practical Conservation Mornings. From 10am for 2 to 3 hours on one Sunday in the month on an agreed date with the Sheffield City Council Ranger who attends our work mornings with appropriate tasks (light and heavy) and tools. We meet either at the Baslow Road bus terminus, the Scout Hut on Aldam Road, Totley or at the end of Totley Hall Lane. The work mornings are advertised on posters around Totley, in the local press and nearer the date are emailed out. Due to Covid precautions there are no drinks or biscuits provided so we recommend you bring along your own refreshments. If you are interested in helping us carry out such work in Gillfield Wood or have any questions, please contact fogwsecretary@gmail.com We may also arrange the occasional mid-week Conservation Morning where we will not have the help of a Council Ranger but will concentrate on tasks we can do independently. Here we are likely to meet at the Baslow Road bus terminus at 10.00am. Bring spade/shovel and rake if you have them/one. And gloves and flask. We will probably finish around 11.30 but feel free to come and go to suit. www.friendsofgillfieldwood.com For any clarification, please contact Paul Hancock via email: paulhancock1954@gmail.com Please check out and ‘like’ the Facebook page for “Friends of Gillfield Wood” There is also a Twitter feed: @GillfieldWood - please take a look !

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HOLMESFIELD VILLAGE HALL CAR PARK A large number of vehicles not connected with Village Hall bookings are now using the car park on a daily basis. This is now preventing users of the hall from accessing the car park. The village hall car park is private property and unless you are using the building, parking is not permitted. Parking on private land without permission may invalidate your motor vehicle insurance. Currently the Parish Council will be placing notices on offending vehicles, but if the situation continues then other methods including locking of the car park or clamping offending vehicles will be considered.

RELIEF IN NEED AND PENNY ACRES TRUSTS Residents are reminded that funds are available from these ancient trusts for people over the age of 60 living in Holmesfield who may experience difficulty in paying for fuel during the winter months. Anyone who is eligible should write to the Clerk to the Trustees, Mrs Geraldine Austen at Greenways, Main Road, Holmesfield, Dronfield. S18 7WB (Tel: 0114 289 0686). for more details. All applications are treated in strict confidence. The Trustees are also able to make ‘one-off’ grants for unforeseen capital expenses such as (for example) the payment required by the District Council to remove old goods. If you are faced with such a bill contact Mrs Austen and tell her about it. The Trustees want to help anyone who qualifies, but cannot if they do not know who would like help!

HOLMESFIELD EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Residents are reminded that this ancient village charity, dating back to the early 18th Century, has funds available to make grants to persons under 25 years old who are or whose parents are normally resident in the village. Grants may be made for or towards outfits, clothing, tools (including computers) instruments or books. Grants may be made for many other items or purposes which assist in promoting ‘education’ in its broad sense. Please note that grants will not be given if purchases have already been made. Meetings are held on the last Wednesday in January, April, July and October. For further information, those who may be eligible should contact the Clerk to the Charity, Mrs Geraldine Austen at Greenways, Main Road, Holmesfield, Dronfield. S18 7WB (Tel: 0114 289 0686). 55

ST. SWITHIN’S CHURCH All are welcome to come to our Sunday services at 10.30am. For the time being the wearing of face coverings is strongly recommended as is using the hand sanitisation provided on entry and exit. The type of services varies each week those with children might find the fourth Sunday family service suits them best, but everyone is welcome at all services. Sunday 19th December, 10.30am is our Carol service Friday 24th December, 6pm is our Christingle service (arrive from 5.30pm onwards to make your own Christingle in the hall). Midnight Communion begins at 11.30pm Christmas Day Holy Communion service starts at 10.30am Please note there is no service at St. Swithin’s on Boxing Day (Sunday 26th December - Dronfield Parish Church has a Holy Communion service starting at 10am. Visit our website – www.holmesfieldchurch.org.uk – to find out about events and activities, and for the latest news join our Facebook public group. Online services and programmes for the parish are available at www.youtube.com/dwhparish We would be delighted if you would like to hold your wedding or christening service at St. Swithin’s. Please contact the Parish Office on the number below in the first instance. You do not have to be christened or live in the parish to be married at St. Swithin’s Church. For enquiries about funerals, burial of ashes, or anything else related to the churchyard please contact the vicar. St. Swithin’s Church Hall is the venue for many different community groups. It is an excellent, modern, well equipped hall with kitchen and meeting room, available to hire for your one off event or regular activity - please contact Jenny on the number below. St. Swithin’s Toddler Group is held on Thursday mornings, 10.00am to 11.30am. J-Cafe is held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays, 10.00am to 1.30pm.

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HOLMESFIELD BUS TIMETABLE

Broomfield • Dronfield

via Holmesfield, Barlow, Newbold, Chesterfield Town Centre & Hasland

Monday to Saturday excluding Public Holidays Note

NSD

SD NSD Broomfield, Linden Drive 0637 0737 0737 0940 1040 1140 1240 1340 1440 Hasland, The Green 0641 0741 0741 0944 1044 1144 1244 1344 1444 Hasland, Jepson Road 0645 0745 0745 0949 1049 1149 1249 1349 1449 Newbold, Chesterfield Town Centre Hasland Birdholme, Mellow via WayHolmesfield, Barlow,0648 0748 0748 0952 &1052 1152 1252 1352 1452 Chesterfield, New Beetwell Street 0655 0655 0730 0730 0755 0755 0959 1059 1159 1259 1359 1459 Monday to Saturday Chesterfield, Packers Rowexcluding Public Holidays 0658 0733 0733 0800 0800 1004 1104 1204 1304 1404 1504 Note SD 0738 NSD 0738 SD SD NSD SD 1511 Newbold, Nags Head 0703 0807 0807 1011 1111 1211 1311NSD1411 Broomfield, Linden Drive 0637 0940 1040 1140 1240 1340 1440 1540 1700 Upper Newbold, Four Lane Ends 0706 0741 0741 0737 08100737 0810 0810 1014 1114 1214 1314 1414 1514 Hasland, The Green 0641 0741 0741 0944 1044 1144 1244 1344 1444 1544 1704      Cutthorpe, Linacre Reservoir Entrance 08140745 0814 0814 1418  Hasland, Jepson Road 0645 0745 0949 1049 1149 1118 1249 1349 1449 1549 1711 Barlow, Commonside 1320 1428 1520 0710 0755 0748 08240748 0824 0824 12201452 Birdholme, Mellow Way 0648 0952 10521020 1152 1128 1252 1352 1552 1715 Millthorpe, NewNew Road Chesterfield, Beetwell Street 0713 08270755 0827 0827 1131 1359 12231459 1323 0655 0655 0730 0730 0758 0755 0959 1059 1023 1159 1259 15591431 16301523 1725 Chesterfield, Packers 0658 0733 0733 0802 0800 1004 1104 1027 1204 1135 1304 1404 1604 1635 1527 1730 Holmesfield, Horns InnRow 0717 08310800 0831 0831 12271504 1327 1435 Newbold, Nags Head Pentland Road 0703 0738 0738 0807 0807 1211 1311 1411 1735  0807 1011 1111 1031  Dronfield Woodhouse, 1231 1511 13311611 1642  Upper Newbold, Four Lane Ends 0706 0741 0741 0810 0810 0810 1014 1114 1214 1314 1414 1514 1614 1645 1738 Dronfield, Civic Centre 0725 0811 0839 0839 0839 1035 1141 1235 1335 1444 1535     Cutthorpe, Linacre Reservoir Entrance 0814 0814 0814  1118 1418  1618 1649 1742 Dronfield, Fanshawe School 08410824 0841 Barlow,Henry Commonside 0710 0755 0824 0824 1020 1128 1220 1320 1428 1520 1628 1659 1752

Broomfield • Dronfield

Millthorpe, New Road

0713

Dronfield, Civic Centre

0725

NSD 1540 1544 1549 1552 1559 1604 1611 1614 1618 1628 1631 1800 1805 1635

1630 1635 1642 1645 1649 1659 1702 1706

1700 1704 1711 1715 1725 1730 1735 1738 1742 1752 1755 1759

1800 1805 1810 1813 1817 1827 1830 1834 1810    1839 1813 1644 1710 1803 1843 1817

1827 0758 0827 0827 0827 1023 1131 1223 1323 1431 1523 1631 1702 1755 1830

Note:Holmesfield, SD Service on Schooldays only. Horns operates Inn 0717 0802 0831 0831 0831 1027 1135 1227 1327 1435 1527 1635 1706 1759 1834 NSD Woodhouse, Service operates onRoad SchoolHolidays only.0807        Dronfield Pentland 1031  1231 1331  1839 Dronfield, Sunday Henry Fanshawe School No Service Note: SD NSD

0811 0839 0839 0839 1035 1141 1235 1335 1444 1535 1644 1710 1803 1843 0841 0841

Service operates on Schooldays only. Service operates on School Holidays only.

Dronfield • Broomfield

No Service Sunday

via Holmesfield, Barlow, Newbold, Chesterfield Town Centre & Hasland

Dronfield • Broomfield

Monday to Saturday excluding Public Holidays via Holmesfield, Barlow, Newbold, Chesterfield Town Centre & Hasland Note Dronfield, Henry Fanshawe SchoolPublic Holidays Monday to Saturday excluding Dronfield, Civic Centre 0845 Note Dronfield Woodhouse, Pentland Dronfield, Henry Fanshawe SchoolRoad 0645 0849 Dronfield, Civic Centre 08450854 0935 Holmesfield, Horns Inn 0651 DronfieldNew Woodhouse, 0645 08490858 0939 Millthorpe, Road Pentland Road 0655 Holmesfield, Horns Inn 0651 0854 0944 Barlow, Commonside 0700 0902 Millthorpe, New Road 0655 0858 0948  Cutthorpe, Linacre Reservoir Entrance 0710 Barlow, Commonside 0700 0902 0951  0908 Upper Newbold, FourReservoir Lane Ends Cutthorpe, Linacre Entrance 07100714 1001 Upper Newbold, Four Lane Ends 07140717 0908 0911 1004 Newbold, Nags Head Newbold, Nags Head 07170724 0911 0918 1007 Chesterfield, Stephenson Place Chesterfield, Stephenson Place 0724 0918 1014 Chesterfield, New Beetwell Street 0710 0729 0923 Chesterfield, New Beetwell Street 0710 0729 0923 1019 Birdholme, Mellow Way 0717 0930 Birdholme, Mellow Way 0717 0930 1025 Hasland, Jepson Road 0720 Hasland, Jepson Road 0720 09330933 1028 Hasland, Green 0724 0937 0937 1032 Hasland, TheThe Green 0724 Broomfield, LindenDrive Drive 0732 09400940 1037 Broomfield, Linden 0732 Note: SD

0935 1045 1145 1245 SD 1345 NSD 0939 1049  1249  1045 1145 13451254 1445 1350 1445 0944 10541245 1150  1049 1058 1249 1449 1354 1449 0948 1154 1258 1054 1150 1254 1350 1454 1454 0951 1101 1157 1301 1357 1058 1154 1258 1354 1458 1458  1301 1001 1207 1101 1157 1357  1502 1407 1502   1410  1004 1105 1210 1207 14071305 1105 1210 14101308 1508 1413 1508 1007 11081305 1213 1108 1213 14131315 1511 1420 1511 1014 11151308 1220 1115 1220 1315 1420 1518 1518 1019 1120 1225 1320 1425 1120 1225 1320 1425 1523 1025 11261326 1231 1126 1231 14311326 1431 1529 1028 11291329 1234 1129 1234 14341329 1434 1532 1133 1238 14381333 1438 1536 1032 11331333 1238 1137 1240 14401337 1440 1540 1037 11371337 1240

1445 SD 1449 1540 1545 1454 1549 1458 1554 1502 1558  1602

1508 1612 1618 1511 1621 1518 1628

NSD

SD SD NSD 1540 1540 1445NSD 1545NSD1545 SD SD 1545 1449 1549 1549 1549 1540 1545 1645 1715 1554 1815 14541545 1554 1554  1549 1649 1719 1558 14581549 1558 1558 1554 1554 1654 1724 1819 1502 1602 1602 1602 1558 1558 1658 1728 1823  1602 161217021612 1602 1732 1612 1827  15081612 1618 1618 1618 1612 1618 1708 1738 1621 1833 1511 1618 1621 1621 1621 1741 1628 1836 15181621 162817111628 1628 1628 1718 1748 1843 1523 1635 1635 1635 1635 1723 15291638 17291638 1638 1638 15321641 17321641 1641 1641 1645 15361645 17361645 1645 1649 15401649 1740 1649 1649

NSD

1645 1649 1654 1658 1702

1715 1719 1724 1728 1732

1819 1823 1827

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1815 

1708 1738 1833 1711 1741 1836 1718 1748 1843 1723 1729 1732 1736 1740

Service operates on Schooldays only.

Note: SD NSD Service operates on Schooldays only. Service operates on School Holidays only. NSD Service operates on School Holidays only.

No Service Sunday

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When the funfair came to Holmesfield! Pictured by J. Wilkinson on 23rd July 1949, Burrell steam traction engine No.3473 “Sally” is seen in the field which was adjacent to the Travellers Rest garage on Cartledge Lane and now occupied by 2 houses. Cedric Morris says that after a week in Holmesfield, the fair would spend a week in Millthorpe in the field behind the Royal Oak’s car park Timmy Ray and his son, Timmy junior, were both well-known showmen from Crich who travelled all over the Peak District with their amusement fair which included a steam roundabout and a carousel. After the death of his father in 1943, Timmy Ray junior continued the family tradition until his death in Chesterfield in 1982.

HOLMESFIELD BYGONES

Holmesfield Village Hall Available to Hire for Meetings and Functions Lucy Perry - Lettings Officer. Tel: 01246 721255 / 0775 2478866 email: holmesfieldvillagehall@outlook.com

Main Hall

Small Hall

Committee Room

Kitchen