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Local History

Something from Strutts

Herbert Strutt School has always had people at heart. During the summer of 1940, Belper hosted children from Westcliff High School, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, evacuated as part of a mass operation to clear people from the south-east of England, seen as a target for attacks from German forces invading France.

Along with many homes and locations within the town, the school became directly involved. These children had literally been told to ‘pack up and go’, arriving in Belper with nothing but an ID tag, suitcase and gas mask. They stayed until October, 1942, sharing the school with morning lessons for local children and for Westcliff in the afternoon. Strutts visitors will be familiar with the hall lectern, presented to the school in recognition of this event, bearing the memorial inscription:

‘From the Masters and Boys of the Westcliff High School June 1940 – October 1942 “I was a stranger and ye took me in”.’

Former Belper Strutts pupil Bruce Townsend recalls the air raid shelters built by playing fields across the road, Gibfield Lane swimming baths being drained to accommodate Rolls Royce office workers and pupils having to carry all their belongings around in a satchel each day, due to the sharing of desks. Bruce also mentions that teaching was a reserved occupation, therefore exempt from obligatory National Service, however some decided not to take advantage of this scheme, including the woodwork teacher, appropriately named Mr Pine.

There are many other accounts and memories of this time, and the Strutts Community & Business Centre Team hope to feature some more of these fascinating stories on their forthcoming newly updated website history pages.

Today, long after the building ceased to be an operational school, Strutts continues to be a much loved focal point for children and the community in general, with many varied activities, groups and events taking place here, for all ages. Recently, Derbyshire Toy Libraries relocated and now operates from one of the ground floor rooms, with shelving and storage packed full of brightly coloured exciting things!

Established 21 years ago, the toy library is a charity, run by a small team of dedicated and passionate volunteers offering a toy hire and equipment service throughout Derbyshire. With over 1000 toys and over 260 members, it’s very popular with those playing and paying!

Members pay a membership fee then hire any of the toys or equipment from the online database. With a wide variety of toys, instruments, indoor and outdoor equipment and fancy dress too, there’s something for everyone. Ideal for parents or grandparents hiring just what’s needed, ‘try before you buy’, or adding extra fun for events or family gatherings. They provide a great service, advice and recommendations too.

An inspired intergenerational project, ‘Young at Heart’, also provides appropriate items to care homes locally so, from newborn onwards, there’s no age limit!

Stock is thoroughly cleaned and checked after each hire and regularly replenished with monthly toy sales, donations to other charities or families in need.

To find out more visit www.derbyshiretoylibraries.org or search @derbyshiretoylibraries on Facebook/Instagram. We are delighted that Derbyshire Toy Libraries are now part of the Strutts project and wish them every success for the future.

By Strutts Community & Business Centre Team www.strutts.org.uk

Upbeat:

Dad and Daughter Duo Doing Derbyshire Proud

Derbyshire Constabulary has welcomed a new father-daughter duo that have joined the force to keep those living in, working in, and visiting the county safe.

PC Chris Clayton has 28 years’ service with the force. Now, his 19-year-old daughter Lauren has started at the same section as a PCSO.

Lauren still lives at home with her Dad and is interested in pursuing a career in the footsteps of her Dad by becoming a PC in the near future.

PCSO Clayton said: “I have always admired my dad’s work ethic and hearing about the kinds of situations he encounters whilst on shift.

“The way he has always described how rewarding it is to provide people with reassurance when they are their most vulnerable made the career sound extremely exciting, fulfilling and rewarding. “When I came across an opportunity to become part of Derbyshire Constabulary, I knew I would have to make the most of it, which I am sure has made my dad very pleased to say the least!”

Speaking with pride, Dad PC Chris Clayton said: “It’s certainly been a journey bringing Lauren up and only seems like yesterday I was carrying her on my shoulders up the mountains of the Lake District in the hope she would be inspired by the breath-taking panoramic views, only for that to be crushed at her delight in getting phone signal!”

After living it himself, Chris is very much looking forward to the experiences Lauren is yet to face within her career.

He added: “It’s the working with a shift who, without prompting, are prepared to turn out and lend some support when needed that makes the job everything that it is. I know Lauren will barge my shadow out of the way and be an asset to any shift.”

Lauren said: “As a PCSO, I am most excited to be a visible presence in the community and help tackle the issues which will improve the overall quality of life for the residents. It is an amazing feeling knowing you’ve helped someone and contributed to their happiness and wellbeing.”

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PC Tips from your ‘Local’ Computer Tutor

New Computer—what is S Mode?

When you purchase a new Windows computer, there is something called ‘S Mode’. Windows 10 in S mode is a version of Windows 10 that's streamlined for security and performance, while providing a familiar Windows experience. To increase security, it allows only apps from the Microsoft Store, and requires Microsoft Edge for safe browsing. This can be switched off which will allow you to install software from the CD drive, download Apps other than from the Microsoft store and you can change your Internet Browser as well. As always there are pros & cons. Check out what they are on the Microsoft website.

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Animal Tales

Dolphins: The Smart, Sociable Heroes of the Sea

At the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in Mississippi, USA, Kelly the Dolphin has been causing quite a splash.

As part of the institute’s training programme, these much-loved marine mammals have been taught to pick up any litter that drops in their pool in order to swap it for a fish reward. The system was working well until one dolphin, known as Kelly, had other ideas. After finding a large piece of paper floating on the water, she hid it under a rock at the bottom of the pool instead of giving it to her trainer. She then tore off bits of the paper, getting a fish for each new piece she presented and thus maximising her fish quota.

By hiding the paper in the first place, Kelly showed that she was able to delay gratification, and researchers have admitted that her scheme to split the paper into separate pieces shows quite sophisticated thinking on her part.

The shell trick

A recent study published in the scientific journal Current Biology shows just how resourceful dolphins can be. In Shark Bay, Western Australia, a whole pod of dolphins has been observed using empty shells as spoons. This activity, which has become known as ‘shelling’, involves a dolphin chasing a fish into a giant shell then trapping it by pushing its nose into the opening. After that, the dolphin will take the shell up to the surface and shake it to release the excess water. When the water has poured out of the shell, the dolphin tips the trapped fish into its open mouth.

Dolphins in legend

Our relationship with dolphins goes back as long as people have fished and travelled the seas. They were familiar in Greek and Roman art, where illustrations on coins, pottery and mosaic floors show leaping dolphins ridden by gods and demigods.

The ancient Greeks believed them to be messengers of the sea god, Poseidon, and they were also sacred to the gods Aphrodite and Apollo. Killing a dolphin was considered a sacrilegious act. The Romans took their spiritual connection with dolphins one step further by imagining them to be guides who led the souls of the dead to the Islands of the Blessed. There have also been many stories that describe dolphins as rescuers of ships and drowning humans.

A dolphin hero

One such dolphin, nicknamed ‘Pelorus Jack,’ was famous for helping ships pass through the dangerous waters of Cook Strait, New Zealand, between 1888 and 1912. Despite the rocks and strong currents, no shipwrecks were ever recorded when Jack was present as a guide. Named after a nearby coastal area called Pelorus Sound, he was so important to shipping that he became the only individual sea creature to be protected by law in any country in the world.

Mankind has long believed that dolphins are gifted with a rare intelligence and studies such as those carried out in the USA and Australia are helping us understand just how brainy they really are. No wonder we feel such a strong bond and sense of kinship with these lively, graceful and resourceful sea creatures.

By Kate McLelland

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Friendship Blooms

Show your appreciation for a fellow member of the community; it may be a friend, a family member or maybe someone you’ve come into contact with who provides a wonderful service or who works hard to make a difference. Let All Things Local surprise them with a fresh bouquet of flowers.

Beverley Kennedy

All Things Local has joined forces with Beverley Kennedy (pictured) from Floraline, Gregory’s Way in Belper, to offer readers the chance to show their appreciation for a fellow member of the community.

The recipients of this issue’s bouquet are Matt and Chloe from ‘The Filling Station’ in Belper. They were nominated by Donna Roberts, also of Belper:

“I would like to nominate Matt and Chloe at The Filling Station café for the Friendship Blooms bouquet. I have written in the past tense because my father-in-law, Alan, died in February of COVID-19, but it was Matt and Chloe’s friendship and kindness to Alan that I would like to highlight.

My father-in-law Alan was a regular customer of The Filling Station and always got a warm and friendly welcome. Matt and Chloe had a flexible approach when it came to Alan and his limited taste buds. Alan liked traditional food and thought the likes of sweetcorn or coriander too modern and would not eat it. Matt would make Alan lovely, nutritious food that was not on the menu – nothing was too much trouble. They were very patient and caring towards Alan, which we, his family, were always grateful for. Matt also donates, generously and unobtrusively, to charities in Belper.”

Donna Roberts

Nominate someone to receive the next bouquet.

All you have to do is state, in no more than 100 words, who you are nominating. Include their address and the reasons why you are nominating them. You can nominate more than one person if they are living/working at the same address… and remember – flowers don’t just have to be for women!

The only rule is that the person receiving the flowers must live or work in the distribution area of All Things Local, Belper Edition (listed on front cover). Just write your nomination on a piece of paper and send to Friendship Blooms, All Things Local, 74 Woodhouse Road, Kilburn, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 0NA or e-mail your nomination to helen@allthingslocal.co.uk putting ‘Friendship Blooms’ as the subject. Please include your full name, address and daytime telephone number on your nomination.

Matt and Chloe from The Filling Station receive the Friendship Blooms bouquet from Donna (2nd left) and her daughter, Elise (far left)

Closing date for nominations for the next issue is Wednesday 25th August 2021.

All nominations are kept on file and you will be contacted if your nomination has been selected. Contact information is only used by All Things Local; no information is given to any third party.

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Index

Accommodation: Shining Cliff Hostel Aerials: AMC Aerials Aerials: Satellite Aerial Services

74 55 44 Airport Transfers: Holbrook Travel 11 Animal Welfare: The Cat’s Protection League 4 Architect: Green 2K Design 61 Architect: Pilkington Architecture 60

Bathrooms: Belper Kitchens & Bathrooms 51 Bedrooms: Contour Furnishings 55 Bedrooms: Kitchen & Bedroom Warehouse 59 Blinds: UK Blinds 57 Blinds & Curtains: Elaine’s Blinds & Curtains 47 Blinds, Curtains & Shutters: Hillarys 2 Builder’s Merchant/Landscaping Products: Browns 40 Building Work: 3Sixty Property Solutions 49 Building Work: A Allsop 56 Building Work: Hilltop Builders 44 Building Work: JJN 65 Building Work: Little Job Building Co 49 Building Work: Simon Owen Response 39 Building Work: TDB Builders 47

Car Body Repairs: B A Kelf Car Body Repairs: ChipsAway 32 32

Car Body Repairs: Martin Buxton

33 Car Leasing: Cocoon Vehicles 30 Car Servicing, Repairs, MOTs: 20Ten Garage Services 31 Car Servicing, Repairs, MOTs: EDM 30 Car Servicing, Repairs, MOTs: Little Eaton Garage 30 Caravan Servicing: EDM 30 Carpets & Flooring: Brian Gration 63 Carpets & Flooring: Ian Wilson 36 Carpets & Flooring: T Nutt & Sons 7 Cleaning/Sanitising: Time For You 35 Computer Support: PC Support 11

Dentures: Beautiful Dentures Dog Grooming: The Fur Dresser 26 4

Education: Derbyshire County Council Adult Education 70 Electrician: A Hallam 65 Electrician: Andy Hill 56 Electrician: Devenport Electrical 52 Electrician: JB Electrical & Security Systems 57 Electrician: McPherson-Davis 39 Electrician: Midlec 49 Electrician: TME Electrical 49

Fencing: Able Fencing Fencing: ColourFence Financial Advice: Belper IFS Florist: Floraline Foot Health: Amber Feet Fuel: Browns/Signal Fuels Furniture: The Wood Sanctuary 55 48 10 76 27 40 34

Garage Doors: Garolla 62

Garage Doors: Ockbrook Garage Doors 65

Garden Living: Cabin Master Garden Services: Cartwright’s

3 63 Garden Services: Jaam Properties 36 Garden & Property Services: The Garden Guy 44 Gutter Clearance: Gutter PRO 39 Gym (Ladies only): Gymophobics 23

Home & Garden Maintenance: The Handyman Lee 61 Hotel: The Derby Hotel Blackpool 16 Kitchens: Belper Kitchens & Bathrooms Kitchens: Dream Doors

51 47 Kitchens: Holtams 45 Kitchens: Kitchen & Bedroom Warehouse 59 Kitchens: Sonna Kitchens 38

Landscaping: Mount Pleasant Landscaping Loft Ladders: More than Loft Ladders 38 50

Mobility Services: Derbyshire Mobility Ltd 13

Optician: Belper Opticians Optician: Hurst Opticians Oven Cleaning: Oven Wizards Oven Cleaning: Spring Fresh 1 79 44 56

Painting & Decorating: John the Painter

50 Painting & Decorating: Roy Milner 33 Painting & Decorating: TCA Home Maintenance 57 Personal Trainer: Alex Robinson 28 Pest Control: MW Pest Control 44 Plastering: Claxton Plastering 56 Plastering: JM Plastering & Property Maintenance 36 Plastering: McPherson-Davis 39 Plastering: S Beresford 61 Plumbing & Heating: Belper Plumbing & Heating 61 Plumbing & Heating: LEEVA Plumbing & Heating 58 Plumbing & Heating: MDA 55 Plumbing & Heating: NPC 44 Plumbing & Heating: Richard Fearn 62 Plumbing & Heating: Woodward 50 Property Maintenance: 3Sixty Property Solutions 49 Property Maintenance: JM Plastering & Property Maintenance 36 Property Maintenance: Simon Owen Response 39 Public House: The Kings Head Duffield 17

Restaurant: Angelo’s Bistro 17 Restaurant, Function Room, Hotel: Horsley Lodge 21 Restaurant, Function Room, Hotel: Morley Hayes 19 Restaurant: Nonno’s 19 Roofing Specialist: County & McAndrews 54 Room/Venue Hire: The Strutt Club 16

Security: Prestige Solicitors: Ellis Fermor & Negus Solicitors: Shacklocks Solicitors: Smith Partnership Speech Therapy: Roxanne Kent 50 6 8 9 27

Taxi: Holbrook Travel Tree Care: ArborEx Tree Care: Cartwright’s Tree Care: Charnwood Tree Services Tree Care: Clip ‘Em & Fell ‘Em Tree Care: Greg Long Tree Care: The Garden Guy Tree & Garden Services: Mark Hudson Tree & Garden Services: Pennine Tyres & Exhausts: ETS 11 62 63 52 56 63 44 47 59 80

Vet Care: John Rosie Vet Care at Home 4 Visitor Centre: Wirksworth Heritage Centre 71

WiFi: NPC 44 Window Cleaning: Deluxe Window Cleaning 36 Windows, Doors, Conservatories: Smartglaze 37 Windows, Doors, Conservatories: Trade Windows 43 Windows, Doors, Glass Replacements: JG Glazing 57