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I’ve had a busy couple of months since I last wrote. My highlight has to be the day that I met Her Majesty the Queen. When my colleague Ruth and I heard that she was visiting Chatsworth, we agreed that we needed to go along and see if we could catch a glimpse of her as we’d never seen her ‘in the flesh’ before.

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We arrived at Chatsworth House two hours before the Royal Party were due to arrive. It was a bit of a lottery deciding where to stand; we knew Her Majesty would be greeting the crowds but of course she wasn’t going to have time to speak to everyone! We decided our best bet was to position ourselves next to someone brandishing a bunch of flowers (clever eh?!) and what a good decision that turned out to be.

Her Majesty and Prince Philip arrived and paused just in front of us to be presented with a locally-produced hamper. We thought this was our best photo opportunity but no, it got better. Her Majesty turned and walked directly towards us and the lady holding the flowers (our plan had worked!) She took the blooms and then looked straight at Ruth and me and acknowledged us with a smile and a nod of her head. We curtseyed and said “Hello Your Majesty”. She even paused for a photograph which I thought I’d share with you all; I just wished I’d got a copy of All Things Local to give to her; some excellent reading material for her helicopter flight back to Buckingham Palace! A memorable day indeed.

Editor’s Letter

Hello readers

Winners’ Corner

Back to this edition.

Some of you may be looking to lose a few pounds and tone up before Christmas. I can highly recommend a new programme that worked for me with quick and visible results.

Turn to page 35 for further information about local Personal Trainer, Alex Robinson’s ‘10 Day Extreme Fitness Programme’. I took part and after just 10 days I’d lost 10lbs in weight and almost 16 inches off various parts of my body (including a massive 6.5 inches off my waist!) Alex is friendly and approachable and knows what’s good for you … and what’s not! She’s brilliant and I can’t speak highly enough of her new programme.

Many thanks to The Marquis of Ormonde in Codnor for sponsoring this edition’s Prize Crossword competition on page 6 – you could win a Sunday Carvery for 4 people. If you’ve not been, it’s definitely worth a visit – I’m addicted to their Steak ‘n’ Stilton pie!

Don’t forget that the clocks go back an hour on Sunday 26 October at 2am.

CONGRATULATIONS Mrs P Walker of Horsley who has won a 2 course Sunday Lunch for 2 at The White Hart, Bargate

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Remembrance Sunday is on 9 November – please wear a poppy with pride.

Competitions & Puzzles Prize crossword – Win a Sunday Carvery for 4 at The Marquis of Ormonde, Codnor Children’s Puzzles Friendship Blooms – FREE FLOWERS! Champagne Sudoku

Happy Hallowe’en and a safe bonfire night.

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Legal Matters: The Importance of a Will

In each edition legal advisors from Shacklocks deal with important legal topics. This month Marion Vesey (pictured) invites us to think about making a decision that will benefit Gemma Hardwick, Graduate Legal Executive at future generations.

Shacklocks LLP, explains why you need a will, Making Will is a serious business.

It iswhy a you what canabe achieved within a will, and time to which cause to need keepgives yourmany will uppeople to date. stop and think about how they want to be remembereditwhen they are Astonishingly, is estimated thatgone. over two thirds of adults in England and Wales do not have a will. By Many people arehave attracted the ideaofofmind making a will, you controlby and peace doing something help others less over who deals withto your estate upon your death fortunate than themselves afteramongst they pass and how your estate is distributed the away, that particularly their family are people you wantifto benefit.

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You can prevent your inheritance clients in this situation is the idea of settingfrom being taken intocharitable account if your up their own trust beneficiaries which can get continueortogoprovide support forprotect charitable divorced bankrupt and even a causes of or their choosing long after they their have vulnerable disabled beneficiary by leaving passed away.

Creating your own charity share within a trust.

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There be a great sense of satisfaction in The listcan is endless. knowing that your trustees will carry out wishes aftertoyou have gone thatwithin Ityour is even possible set up your ownand charity your name will be associated with such good a will to leave a lasting legacy to benefit the causes deeds even after you are no longer around. that are closest to you.

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Charitable Trust review can bewould set upbeeither A biannual during your lifetime with savings andaccurately recommended to ensure that your will investments built up already, or alternatively reflects your current wishes and is up to date with through a specially prepared Will that will any changes to the law and tax planning only take effect following your death advice. and will therefore not deprive you of capital or If you would likeyour an appointment income during lifetime. to discuss your will, please contact Gemma Hardwick or her colleagues on 01773 743513 or Our team at Shacklocks have a particular 01773 822333 or 01332arrangements 559281 or by email to speciality in preparing of this gemmah@shacklocks.co.uk.

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If you are thinking of supporting charities through your Will or during your lifetime with a lump sum, why not talk to us about the different ways in which we can help you benefit those good causes, and how to make the most of the tax rules that enable a charitable cause to benefit.

Call us at Shacklocks to talk about how we can help you to help your favourite local causes.

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Money Matters: Auto-enrolment

Please don’t stop reading now! Depending whether you are an employer or an employee, a cold shiver may have just shuddered down your spine.

For many employers, the very mention of ‘AE’ will be enough to stop them digesting the remainder of this article. Fear and dread has probably flooded through their minds now.

As there are over 1.4 million employers in the UK alone, then a significant number of readers will currently be turning pages quickly to avoid reading the rest of this article!

Terminology such as ‘eligible’, ’non-eligible’ and ‘entitled’ all represent a category of employee that each member of the workforce needs to be assessed as - not just initially, but every pay period, whether that’s weekly or monthly. AE brings 33 new compliance processes that employers must adhere to.

Employers cannot coerce, discourage or incentivise non-participation of joining an AE scheme; any evidenced as doing so will be heavily fined.

Employers will have to establish a scheme for employees to opt out from, as they must be enrolled first before they can use their right to opt out. For employers, it is not just the compulsory contributions they are compelled to make (1% rising to 3% by 2018), but maintaining the necessary paperwork to evidence the compliance and running of the scheme.

So as an employer, you need to understand your duties and obligations. Who will you turn to for help? For many it’s their accountant, financial adviser, online, DIY or NEST. Support is out there, but it’s key to plan.

When is your company’s Staging Date? Best advice says to plan at least 18 months before your SD. Beware of the limited resources available to you though – there is only so much support for the hundreds of thousands of employers needing it. As more employers approach their deadline, demand may increase as inevitably procrastination breeds panic and realisation that enough support is not there when needed. There are only 24 hours in the day!

This is not the next stakeholder scheme.

Enrolment is compulsory, even if an employee then decides to opt out.

So please don’t turn a blind eye or bury your head in the sand about AE. It is on our doorstep and will not go away. Plan your next step now, not in 18 months’ time. This is your friendly warning – get the ball rolling.

By Kevin Glover, Belper IFS This information is general only and is not intended to address your particular requirements. The data above should not be relied upon in its entirety and shall not be deemed to be or constitute advice.

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The Better Life Village Life Our village is a society in miniature. There are helpers and hinderers, alliances, conflicts and the occasional historical feud, all in a state of flux. Think Emmerdale, minus the glamour. But also, in amongst the intrigue and entertainment, for the dedicated Better Lifer there is a wealth of knowledge, experience and produce.

It’s less to do with any formal notion of exchange, and more about sharing what you know and whatever surplus you have. I like to think it helps that we are incomers and get on with everyone – a little like Switzerland, but with chickens instead of cuckoo clocks.

Out the gate go butternut squashes, the occasional session of occasionally successful computer-related support, green beans, plant cuttings and spare eggs. (I should declare here that, although I love having the chooks, I can take or leave eggs – don’t tell Anne though.)

Back through the gate, at various times, come flowers, leeks, marmalade, gooseberries aplenty, different plant cuttings and apples.

When our tiny greenhouse needed to come down because the supporting wall required structural work, we asked around and found a good home for it. Well, a good garden actually. Three of us carried it up the lane in sections and two of us returned with rhubarb, fresh flowers, beetroot, runner beans, chard and the most delicious raspberries imaginable. Living greener, the value of a thing is not financial; it’s the use someone can make of it.

Only once did we slightly blot our village copybook. Invited up to a carol service at the nearby chapel, we arrived late (mea culpa) and sat in the annexe close to the open door.

Someone stuck their head through and politely insisted, as we were the only ones in the room, that we joined the throng next door. Unfortunately, the only seating left was up in the pulpit. Judging by the sea of faces below us, it was a mixed reception. It didn’t help that Anne had forgotten her glasses and I have a habit of singing too loudly at social occasions. We’ve cried off every year since as a mark of community respect.

That ‘blip’ aside, our fellow villagers are very supportive of our endeavours – being green is nothing new after all, especially in the countryside. Wearing wellies to the shops, as you prefer to cut across the fields, and carrying back armfuls of kindling because it was too good an opportunity to waste, barely raises an eyebrow. And who doesn’t enjoy the sound of chickens in the morning? (Next door’s dog that’s who.)

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Even our local builder got in on the act, turning up at 8am with a bag of mackerel, fresh off the boat, so he could teach me how to gut it. The cat really enjoyed the lesson, but I soon wished that I’d let my breakfast porridge settle a bit first.

One villager, a carpenter, came to our rescue after the coat rack fell out of favour with the wall. It turned out that I’d managed to somehow miss both raw plugs when screwing it in – a personal best in DIY incompetence, which no doubt I will supersede at some point. “Well, we’re all good at something,” he told me, in a voice that suggested I really ought to find out just what that is.

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Adoption agency Family Care is reaching out to people across the City and County in a bid to find ‘forever families’ through adoption.

Although Family Care have been working across the East Midlands for over 125 years the agency is still not very well known in Derbyshire, and they are working to change that.

As a small specialist adoption agency they prepare, assess and approve prospective adopters. Once a child has joined their ‘forever family’ their support doesn’t stop, as they offer lifelong support to all their families.

Here’s a testimonial from an Adoptive Mum written in August 2014: “From the moment we married, if not before, 14 years ago, we knew we wanted children. Probably two would do, we thought.

And so we embarked on an IVF journey that would last ten years, costing us as much emotionally as financially.

Adoption was never an option... until we happened upon a talk at

the IVF clinic by Family Care. It was positive, very positive, in fact - and so we applied to adopt. 18 months later, on the day of his first birthday, we brought our son home.

That was a year ago and we’re as fulfilled, happy and content a family unit as we hoped to be 14 years ago.

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Family Care: ‘Forever families’ across Derbyshire needed

And we really couldn’t have done it without Family Care and, in particular, our Adoption Social Worker.

All of the cliches apply: supportive, professional, friendly... a genuinely brilliant team, who led us through every step and made what can, at times, be a stressful and intrusive process fly by.

Recommended? Absolutely.”

Family Care will be holding an Information Evening for anyone wanting to find out more about adopting at the Friends Meeting House in Derby City Centre on 4th November during National Adoption Week. Starting at 7pm with an introduction to adoption, their adopters will share their journey to becoming adoptive parents. It’s a great way to find out more, meet the team as well as the adopters and get any questions you have answered. People wishing to attend should register their interest by emailing laura.mynett@familycare-nottingham.org.uk or by calling Family Care’s freephone number 0800 055 6557.

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Days out with Dennis Go by Bus? Why Not??

According to feedback from people who have tried my outings, some of you fancy going a bit further afield.

Whilst bus pass holders go for free, none bus pass holders will find these outings more expensive.

Wherever savings can be made by using day tickets etc., I will point them out. My timings are for Monday to Saturday services.

Today we are going to Uttoxeter via Burton on Trent and back via Ashbourne. It is interesting to see how the flat lands of the Trent valley contrast with the hills of the Southern Pennines.

The first bus then is either a Trent Barton 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 or 6.4 from Belper bus station to Derby bus station. There is one or other of these every quarter of an hour starting on the hour.

Since timings are a bit tight I would suggest the 9.30am.

Derby bus station’s bay 23 at 10.30am sees you aboard Trent Barton’s V2 ‘The Villager’ service to Burton travelling via Etwall and Hilton, which takes about an hour.

The terminus in Burton is outside ‘PRIMARK’. The adjacent ‘Coopers Square’ shopping centre provides food, drink and

toilets (not necessarily in that order.....!). You have approximately an hour for lunch, shopping etc. before the next bus which is Arriva’s service No.1 to Uttoxeter from across the road from ‘PRIMARK’, leaving at 12.36pm.

Travelling via Tutbury, under an hour later you will arrive in Uttoxeter bus station. Even if you don’t need to, have a look at the bus station toilets. They are amongst the best kept in the country.

Trent Barton’s ‘Swift’ service from Uttoxeter at 1.45pm will take you to Ashbourne in half an hour or so, from where you can either stay on this bus to Derby and come back via Derby bus station then home, or wait for ‘Your Bus’ service 113 to Belper via Hulland and Turnditch at 3.00pm, arriving at just after half past.

A Derbyshire ‘Wayfarer’ ticket will cover all but the Burton/Uttoxeter leg, whilst a Trent Barton ‘Zig-Zag’ will cover all but Burton/Uttoxeter and the Ashbourne/Belper legs.

People who might be interested in the buses used are invited to try my transport ‘blog’ on http://railsroadsrunways.blogspot.co.uk

By Dennis Basford Please note: All details and timings are correct at time of going to print and the author/publisher accept no responsibility should any details/ timings change after publication.

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Travel: Luang Prabang,

The Ancient Capital of Laos In the lush northern hills of Laos, the old city of Luang Prabang is a delightful maze of pristine alleyways festooned in potted plants and bougainvillaea. The fragrance of frangipani lingers under the blue sky, mingling with the aroma of French baguettes and freshly-brewed coffee. Heavy traffic is banned from the historic centre where pedestrians and cyclists wander A few tourists join in but it is a dignified through the lanes. Time seems to stand still. affair full of spiritual vibes.

Tucked on a scenic peninsula, Luang Prabang nestles at the confluence of the Mekong, all silvery waters dotted with boats and islands, and the emerald green river Khan, spanned by bouncy bamboo bridges washed away every year during the monsoon. Rustic hotels and quaint al fresco restaurants line the left bank where spirit houses ensure good luck. Across the water, tiny allotments tumble down the steep slopes, crickets sing in the trees and myriad frogs join in the chorus at night.

In 1995, Luang Prabang was awarded World Heritage status by UNESCO for its natural sites, including the nearby Kuang Si waterfalls and the Buddha caves of Pak Ou, and its finely restored architecture, from gilded temples to colonial bungalows and mansions. Often converted into guest houses, the latter boast stylish verandahs and pastel-hued façades framed by lofty palm trees.

Here and there, a traditional bamboo hut peeps through the greenery while a wooden house on stilts mirrors its amber-coloured walls in a lily pond. Buddhist flags flutter in the breeze and every morning at 6.00, drums beat in the temples to announce the start of the alms procession.

Even before the first rays of the sun light up the river Khan, the people of Luang Prabang line the main street, heads bowed, holding offerings of sticky rice, bananas, biscuits and more. For the monks, this is an act of humility, for the faithful an opportunity to share food and earn merits.

Barefoot and clad in saffron robes, hundreds of monks hurry past in single file, taking only what they need and leaving plenty for families to take home.

Among the 30 or so temples in town, the 16th century Wat Xieng Thong claims centre stage with its overlapping roofs sweeping down almost to the ground, its Buddha images and its gold-stencil and mosaic decorations. At the far end of the complex, a stone lion guards the steps leading down to the Mekong where royalty used to land, paying respect in the temple before heading for their palace.

Right across town, tucked among flowering trees, the monasteries offer wonderful oases of peace sprinkled with shrines, chapels and stupas. All is quiet except when the haunting chant of evening prayers rises all around.

The former Royal Palace is now a museum, reached along a regal avenue of palms and filled with memorabilia. It was built to replace a wooden palace in the early 20th century, Lao style with a French touch. The gates close late afternoon then it’s time for the night market to set up its stalls along the street, brimming with silk scarves, tribal blankets, ceramics, bamboo lamps, silver and ethnic bags. It’s a great place to sample the local delicacies, from Lao noodles to barbecued fish and fried river moss.

Meanwhile, locals and visitors gather on the Phusi Hill to enjoy the most fabulous views over the peninsula, the river Khan and the legendary Mekong turning all shades of gold in the setting sun.

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Literally – Totally Random!

The English language is a wonderful beast.

It is a hybrid of other tongues and littered with utterly marvellous words. Why is it then that the modern vernacular seems to have been pared down to all but a few key phrases?

You cannot move for people using the word ‘literally’. As far as I was aware the word ‘literally’ was to be used to describe something that actually happened i.e. ‘I literally jumped for joy’. It seems, however, I was wrong, as I heard a passenger on the bus the other day exclaiming: ‘I literally died when I heard the news’. Reincarnation not just for religious icons it seems.

‘Totally’ is another fashionable utterance.

‘I totally got that job’ my friend proclaimed.

I wondered how indeed she would have

fared if she had only partially got the job?

The crowning glory of all the linguistic lunacy this decade has to be ‘random’.

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Just a Thought …

I assumed that ‘random’ was used to describe something that was without method or conscious decision. I must, however, be mistaken, as ‘this random bloke bought me a random drink’ – said the lady in the doctor’s waiting room.

Surely we can come up with more fitting and more interesting terminology in our discourse with each other? How blandiloquent that would be!

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Pauline Latham OBE MP The nights are drawing in now as we head towards autumn and the summer seems to be so long ago. It has been a busy but extremely enjoyable summer. I was able to spend time in the constituency and was fortunate enough to be able to attend a number of local events and visit local businesses.

I enjoyed attending the Carnival in Little Eaton where I live. It is a week-long event with a variety of activities taking place on different days, culminating in Carnival Day which was on Saturday 5th July. There was a carnival parade, float and fancy dress and I released the balloons at the end of the day to mark the end of the Carnival.

Duffield Carnival is another local event which I always enjoy. There were lots of different stalls, several bands played and a carnival parade, and this year saw the very first Carnival King.

Another great local event was the Belper Food & Drinks Festival which was held on Sunday 13th July and was attended by hundreds of visitors. It gave local producers the opportunity to promote their products and visitors were able to taste different types of products which included cheese, meats, pickles, cakes and real ale. There were musicians, dancers and a classic car exhibition too.

I was delighted to be able to attend the first Little Eaton in Bloom judging day also in July. A small group of local people keen on improving the local community volunteer to help plant, paint, create wildlife areas and pick up litter. The village looked beautiful this summer with all of the flowers and it is largely down to this group of volunteers with support from the Parish Council.

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meet local ceramic artist, Paul Cummins. At the time of my visit back in January, Paul and a team had already started work making 888,246 ceramic poppies to form an exhibition to be situated in the dry moat at the Tower of London. The exhibition is to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War and each poppy represents a British and Commonwealth military death during this war. The exhibition, ‘The Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red’, was officially unveiled by Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, on 5th August and 50,000 poppies are being planted each week with the final poppy planted on Armistice Day. I feel extremely privileged to have seen the poppies being made and to have attended the opening of the exhibition. It is a truly magnificent sight and well worth a visit to London to see.

You could also visit Parliament at the same time and if you would like to do this, please do not hesitate to contact my London office to arrange a tour. The ceramic poppies will be sold after the exhibition at £25 each, all net proceeds, plus a guaranteed 10% from each one, will be shared equally amongst six service charities. If you would like to purchase a poppy, please visit https://poppies.hrp.org.uk/buy-a-poppy.

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The charity Cats Protection is offering to neuter cats in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire for just ÂŁ10 in a drive to reduce the number of unwanted kittens. Cats Protection reports that the number of unwanted cats has hit an all-time high.

Owners on benefits or low incomes will be able to have their cat snipped or spayed at the discount rate at one of over 50 participating vets in the region. Owners will need to take proof of benefits or low income to the vet to be entitled to the subsidised cost of ÂŁ10.

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New Beginnings As we say farewell to summer and the nights start drawing in, there’s no need to feel gloomy. Now is the time to welcome a new season and new beginnings.

People are starting school for the first time, moving up to ‘big’ school or travelling off to university. The new term has started and all the nervous, fresh-faced students are taking their first tentative steps into a new life of studying, socialising and the freedom to party.

I remember this feeling vividly. Maybe because it was only last week.

After packing my bag with all the materials I needed I waved a fond farewell to my family and, with a good friend in tow, I made my way off towards a new beginning. Together, we were striding out into the great unknown; the wonderful wide world of opportunity. We knew the time for hard work and learning was ahead of us but we were prepared. On arrival we were a little nervous at first but a pint of beer later and we were back in the swing of things and it felt as if we’d never been away at all.

going strong and we are hoping to attract some new sheep into our woolly fold.

Sometimes what we knit in the pub might have to be unpicked a little if we have dropped a few stitches, but as a quote I recently noticed on the Internet says, “life is a collage of beginnings and endings that run together like still-wet paint”. In life, as in knitting, we start new projects that may seem a little blurry at the edges. These may either become clearer in time or blur into obscurity. But if it goes wrong, you can always unpick it, gather your needles and start afresh.

If you fancy a new beginning, learning a new skill and, of course, having a natter, then you are welcome to pop along and join us every other Monday night in the King William. Or contact Natalie (the organised one) for more details on 07980 451994.

By Jessica White

This wasn’t the start of a new term at university though! It was a new start for our knitting club in the local pub!

Yes, the Knit Knatters group has returned to The King William in Milford after a year (or thereabouts) of maternity leave. It’s odd to think that we gave up the club when we were in the club; surely baby clothes are the easiest to knit?

However, now we are getting enough sleep to cope with a night out during the week, we are ready to commit to some exciting new knitting projects (or perhaps complete all those ones we started and never got round to finishing).

There were a few empty spaces around the pub table as various members have recently had new beginnings of their own. Some have left the village and one member has bravely moved to a new country entirely and flown off to Spain which, I suppose, is really a bit too far to trek on a Monday night. (I must explain that none of these exits are as a consequence of joining Knit Knatters in the first place!)

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Humour: Facebaby Everyone has their own little Facebook niggles, don’t they? The things that make you say to yourself, ‘Why do I use this website? I’m not even particularly interested in wh-… ooh, Sophie’s put on weight, hasn’t she?!’

Many of these bug-bears have a universal resonance that we’ll all recognise in at least one of our online friends. Take these examples:

The Show-Off There exist in the world people who book expensive holidays to exotic, sun-kissed locations pretty much solely in order to post Facebook pictures of themselves on palm tree-lined beaches on Monday at 9am in the knowledge that their friends will see those photos as they log in to their work computers, bleary-eyed and hungover, and experience crippling Face-Envy. You know who you are.

The Smitten You’ve got a new boyfriend. Great. He has scooped you from the relentless pit of misery that has been your life up until this point and is showering you with scented bath-bombs and unexpected trips to Sicily every other fortnight. Bloody marvellous.

Do I require comprehensive transcripts of your nauseating love scribblings plastered all over my newsfeed every ten seconds? I quite demonstrably do not.

The Evangelist Look. A photo of a kitten. And hey, I’ve stuck it underneath one of them Gandhi quotes, because everyone knows you can’t understand a kitten without Gandhi. And here’s a mountain. Life is for living! Laughter turns your soul into cake! Oh shut up.

The Militant Vegan I’d hate to be accused of stereotyping, but in my experience vegans are probably the worst offenders on Facebook. Problem is, you often can’t de-friend them because for some reason they tend to be blood relatives once-removed and such an action would send shockwaves throughout the entire family. But the Militant Vegan’s friends all undergo the same trauma, day in day out, logging on to their newsfeed to find photos of headless baby animals and monkeys in strait-jackets above

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tortuously long soliloquies. And the temptation to comment on their sanctimonious diatribes about the unappreciated wonder of the mung bean with the simple phrase ‘OH JUST SOD OFF YOU MINCING HIPPIE’ becomes increasingly difficult to resist.

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The Proud New Parent The Proud New Parent is perhaps the most insidious of the Facebook species, for he or she doesn’t spit or shout or grind axes, doesn’t appear to be a menace, but oh dear lord… menace they are. For they seek to turn Facebook into Facebaby.

Every tiny increment of their child’s development will be documented in grisly detail until you begin to feel as if you’re being force-fed a real-time slideshow of their lives. Pop quiz: 1) Do I harbour a creepy interest in the bowel movements of newborn children? No. 2) Bearing this in mind, do I require a gruelling minute-by-minute run-down of the ever-changing rainbow kaleidoscope of dribbly, squitty poo being periodically ejected from your offspring?

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Music Scene: The Javelins The Derby music scene is going from strength to strength, and there are many bands and artists who play a wide variety of music with various influences. I caught up Niall, the lead singer of The Javelins to talk about what they have to offer and what lies in store for the four piece alternative rock band.

1. Tell me a brief history of the band.

The band first came together when a friend of Niall’s asked to play the drums on some solo acoustic songs he had made, which later turned out to be their debut EP as The Javelins. Lead guitarist Ben Marshall, bass player Matt Turner and drummer Dan Land soon followed after to make up the rest of the band. They went on to produce a six track album, working on songs which had originally been written for just an acoustic guitar; with the help of local producer Adam Fletcher they were able to pull it off.

2. What genre of music would you say your band is nearest too?

It’s a hard question which we get asked a lot. I don’t really think we sound like anybody in particular but we do have a variety of different influences.

3. What are people to expect from coming to a gig of yours?

When we play a show, always expect us to be happy playing the music we love. I believe we have a big, unique sound when we play live; there is always something for everyone.

We are also all very approachable people; I would hate to think that we’re ‘that band’ who are all like ‘we’re rock and roll so we will stand in a corner and not talk to you!’ We love making new friends at gigs.

4. Who are your musical influences?

I personally have a passion for more obscure music that people have rarely heard of. My favourite musician of all time is an American musician called Ace Enders who I could talk about for hours, but I won’t bore you! Other current musicians and bands who I listen to are Editors, We Are Scientists, Foo Fighters, Blink 182, The 1975, The White Stripes; basically anything that tickles my fancy.

people who have listened to us before.

7. What’s your favourite thing about being in a band?

My favourite thing is probably playing shows as a band. I feel a lot more secure than playing acoustic, almost like I have a unit beside me. It makes me feel good every time we play.

8. What are your thoughts on selling music online and illegal downloads? Do you think CDs and vinyls will be soon a thing of the past, with digital music replacing these formats?

I’m all for the selling of music online, it’s easy/cheap and it’s the future as painful as that sounds to some people. I know a lot of people who will still buy CDs and vinyls, but each to their own. Illegal downloading and piracy is another thing, I absolutely hate it and I can’t stand the fact that people still do it! At the end of the day, people will always illegally download music; it’s just one of those things you have to accept as a band.

For more information about The Javelins’ upcoming gigs and to keep up to date with the band, please see the following links: http://thejavelins.bandcamp.com https://www.facebook.com/thejavelins

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I will usually work in my spare time on lyrics and rhythm guitar until I have near enough a full song, then I’ll show it to the guys to see what they think. We will all work together and look at ways of making it the best it can sound as a band, even if it means changing it a bit. Although that is my preferred process as a band, I will never rule out any different ideas for how to write songs.

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Mushroom and Chicken Pot Pies These perfectly portioned individual pies make a filling lunch or supper simply served with steamed vegetables. You can use any mix of mushrooms but it’s worth looking out for packs of mixed exotic mushrooms for extra flavour.

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Ingredients:

25g dried porcini mushrooms 25g butter 2 tbsp olive oil 2 shallots, peeled and chopped 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 400g mixed mushrooms, chopped if large 250g chicken breast fillet, diced 200g tub crème fraiche 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves 300g puff pastry Beaten egg, to glaze

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mushrooms and fry over a high heat until softened. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

3 Add the rest of the oil to the frying pan and fry the diced chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden brown all over.

4 Drain the porcini mushrooms and add the soaking liquid to the chicken. Bring to the boil then simmer for 5 minutes until reduced. Meanwhile, finely chop the porcini mushrooms and stir into the fried mushrooms and shallots.

5 Return all the mushrooms and shallots to the pan and stir in the crème fraiche and thyme leaves. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Divide the mixture between four individual ovenproof pie dishes.

Brush the rims of the dishes with water.

6 Roll out the pastry to about 4mm thickness.

Cut out four circles of pastry big enough to fit on top of the dishes with a little pastry overlapping the edges. Drape the pastry circles over the filling. Decorate the tops with leaves cut from the pastry trimmings and brush the pastry with beaten egg. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until the pastry is crisp and golden.

Method: 1 Place the porcini in a heatproof bowl and cover with 150ml boiling water. Leave to soak for 10-15 minutes. Preheat the oven to 220C, Fan 200C, Gas Mark 7.

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Thick toenails are often assumed to be caused by the growth of fungus under the toenails and in the toenail itself.

In many cases, this assumption is correct. However, there are other things that will make a toenail look thick and distorted – injury to the root of the nail can cause temporary thickening, while severe or repeated injury can cause a nail to become permanently thickened. Skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema may also affect a nail if the skin around the nails is affected.

If the problem is being caused by a fungus, there is usually some yellowish or brownish discolouration of the nails.

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Footnotes: Why are my toenails so thick?

Topical treatments for fungal toenail infections are often not very effective because they don’t soak into thick toenails very well.

The challenge is to get the nail as thin as possible and then apply a preparation that has the ability to penetrate down through the layers and contact the fungus. In severe cases I will use a special kind of rotary burr to reduce the nail thickness as much as possible to give the anti-fungal preparation every chance of getting to the root of the problem. This alone usually vastly improves the appearance and comfort of the affected nail or nails.

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Derbyshire Walking: Shardlow, Trent and Mersey Canal Supplied by Rob Bradford www.derbyshirewalking.co.uk Walk Area: Shardlow Distance: 4 miles Start Point: Wilne Lane Car Park OS Map: Explorer OL24 White Peak Area 1:25000 Map Ref: SK 446 300 Post Code: DE72 2HA Parking: Pay and Display Refreshments: Pubs and tea shop in and around Shardlow Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes

A relatively easy and mostly level walk; down lanes, across a few fields, then back along the canal towpath. There is also a haunted tea shop, a pub or two, and ghostly stories along the way.

The Walk From the car park, turn right and walk towards the canal bridge. Looking over the bridge side to the left there are two pubs, one at the road side next to the bridge and the other a little further along the canal side. Continue ahead along the road towards Great Wilne.

On entering Great Wilne the road bends sharp right, at this point there is a wide grassy track way to the left. Follow this track and look for a gate in the fence almost immediately on the left. Pass through this gate into the field beyond, walk the length of the field keeping the hedge to your right, and at the end of the field look for a low stile in the hedgerow ahead. Cross this stile and continue between the hedgerow and a wall. This section is more than a little overgrown but soon exits via a stile into a meadow. This is the most awkward section of the whole walk, only because of its neglected state. Having left the overgrown path

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behind, walk across the meadow keeping the hedge to the right. Exit the meadow via a stile in the corner, and then do the same for the next two meadows. Exit the third meadow onto a wide track; follow this for a few yards then bear left along the top of a flood control bank.

Continue along the top of this bank to the far side of the field. Just before you leave the flood bank there is a sign: “Do not run in the field with cows.”

Take note! Follow the path across the next two fields. The exit from the second field is over a substantial metal barrier with a three step stile. The path continues for a short distance beside conifers before opening into a large field over a more traditional wooden stile.

The path in this field is a farm vehicle track. Around half way across the field the track splits, one part continuing ahead and the other to the left to the side of some buildings; take the left path. The challenge in crossing this field is the curious cows.

Having spoken with the farmer he said walk at a leisurely pace and they won’t get excited. So as instructed I dropped my pace, and the cows followed me at a distance of about four feet! When I stopped to work out how to exit the field the lead cow licked at my camera bag, I have never been so relieved to exit a field! I bet the farmer is still laughing! Assuming you escape the cows, the exit is by a stile to the right of the gate, then bear right between the old barn and the wall. After a short distance this path brings the walk to the A6 in the

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Taking care of traffic, cross the main road and walk down Aston Lane to the left of the Dog and Duck.

Follow the lane as it bears left at the mini island.

Follow Aston Lane for approximately 200 yards, there is a public foot path sign posted to the left, but it looks overgrown and unused. Ignoring the path, continue along the pavement and turn left into the cul-de-sac section of Aston Lane. The ignored foot path emerges a few meters down this road. The road soon swings to the right and runs parallel to the main part of Aston Lane. Continue down the lane until opposite the last but one house on the left is a gap in the fence through which a solitary white house can be seen. Pass through the gap and walk towards the house. The exit is in the corner of the field to the left of the house. Leave the field over two stiles, climb the steps up the bank to the main road, turn left and cross the A50 by the road bridge.

Having passed over the A50 continue along the lane for around a quarter of a mile then turn left into the lane belonging to Hanson Aggregates. At the bottom of the lane a new section to access the aggregate works bears right; continue forward around the large concrete blocks that prevent vehicular access. Cross the old canal bridge and turn immediate left to descend to the towpath.

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this down to the boat traffic. Unusually though, I did note several common terns hovering above the canal looking for fish along this section of the walk. At Hoskins Wharf the towpath widens and climbs away from the canal side and its moorings. Just before the bridge is the Old Salt Warehouse and Canal Bank Tea Room (which is said to be haunted). From here it is possible to cross the canal to the Old Clock Warehouse (now a pub and restaurant) or visit the Heritage Centre. To continue the walk, drop back down to the towpath immediately before the building on the left before the bridge. Continue further along the towpath until the Malt Shovel public house comes into view on the opposite bank.

Leave the towpath by the stone steps at the next bridge and turn right down the road back to the car park and the end of the walk.

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centre of Shardlow, opposite the Dog and Duck public house.

Old Clock Warehouse

The Trent and Mersey Canal is one of the earliest canals built by the engineer James Brindley. It begins within a few miles of the River Mersey near Runcorn, and finishes in a junction with the River Trent in Derbyshire near Shardlow. The canal is just over ninety-three miles long with many points of fine historic interest. Many people hire narrow boats and cruise sections of the canal. To cruise the whole length from Shardlow to Runcorn would take about six days. Walk along the towpath for just over a mile past a lock to Hoskins Wharf. Along the way, note the lack of water fowl along the canal, I put

Malt Shovel, Shardlow

We have taken reasonable steps to ensure that this walk is safe and achievable by walkers of a realistic level of fitness. The publisher accepts no responsibility for any injuries caused to readers whilst following the walk. Always wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Walk details correct at time of going to print.

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Prestige Beauty: A Customer’s Review of Art Deco Make-up “As a long term customer of Prestige Beauty & Hair Salon in Belper, I attended an Open Evening to have my make-up done as I had my brother’s wedding coming up.

As an avid and long-term hater of foundation I was looking for a base that would provide cover but was so light I wouldn’t know I was wearing it. I found it with the ‘Art Deco High Definition Foundation.’ The box states ‘it glides over the skin’ and it really does!

The coverage is fabulous; it lasts all day and I didn’t know I was wearing it. I also bought the ‘Make-up Base’ to wear underneath along with the ‘High Definition Loose Powder’.

A complete look that leaves my skin feeling fresh and light.

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Alex Robinson brings an exciting new service to clients old and new. The ‘extreme fitness’ programme is a 10-day quick kick start to your fitness regime, using a ‘secret’ social media group which provides daily advice on diet and exercise.

Several people have already taken part in Alex’s new group, with amazing results! In just 10 days, clients have achieved a minimum weight-loss of 6lb and a maximum of 1 stone; losing between 5 and 16 inches by following the straight-forward programme, which slots easily into even the busiest of lives.

Alex explains “The group is totally hidden on Facebook – none of your other friends (expect those also in the group) will be able to see your interactions, they’ll only see the results in person! Each morning I post exercises that you can do at home with no equipment required, in just 10-15 minutes. I also post advice on which foods to eat, and what to avoid, each day for 10 days. There’s no calorie

counting and you won’t be hungry. It’s certainly not a starvation diet; it’s based on a long term plan – a sensible, maintainable, healthy eating and exercise programme.”

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Groups run monthly and members can interact with each other to offer mutual advice and support throughout the programme. After the first 10 days, Alex offers a further two weeks of advice and support on how to continue, such as additional exercises, which foods to re-introduce, and how to do so.

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Alex Robinson Personal Trainer New ‘Extreme Fitness’

The cost of the 10-day course plus two weeks of follow-up support is £25, and all you will need is access to the internet via a mobile, tablet or computer.

All of the exercises that Alex provides are body-weight exercises that can easily be done at home. Each month’s programme is limited to 12 members with places allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis so, if you’re looking to get in shape ahead of the Christmas party season and want a great kick-start to a new you, contact Alex on 07817 337861 or email alex.robinson.pt@gmail.com.

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Motoring: Best 4x4s With rugged looks, commanding view of the road and the ability to get you out of some sticky situations, a 4x4 makes sense for lots of drivers. From mummies collecting at the school gates to business owners who need a reliable working vehicle, there’s plenty of choice in the off-road category. What’s more the latest crop of pumped-up SUVs also offer clever technology, luxurious interiors and don’t have to cost the earth. Here we take a look at five of our favourites for you to put a new reg plate on.

Nissan Qashqai Price: From £17,595 The Nissan Qashqai has recently been revamped – giving it fresh looks to keep it firmly placed in the top 10 best-selling cars in the UK chart. It’s a compact SUV that’s easy to live with every day, affordable and extremely comfortable. The new exterior design tweaks look superb, it’s wonderfully refined and the interior is packed with helpful new technology. With plenty of engine choice it’s hard to beat.

Dacia Duster Price: From £9,495 The budget brand offers no-nonsense, affordable and practical cars – and the Duster is our pick of the range.

With chunky off-road styling, genuine 4x4 capability and prices that wouldn’t look out of place in a cash and carry it’s certainly worth a look. Think more functional than luxury, with the base spec coming without a radio and air-con. We’d say for the top-of-the-range model that’ll still be less than most hatchbacks.

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Some say the styling isn’t as sharp as it needs to be, but with plenty of spec and low running costs it’s well worth a look.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Price: From £37,705 With fresh new looks straight out of Stateside, the Jeep brings a slice of American Pie to a sometimes-bland car category. Beefy looks match its proportions and it’s certainly recognisable on the roads with an imposing stance. Packed with technology, a sumptuous interior and a surprisingly economic 2.0-litre engine choice, the Grand Cherokee is a leftfield choice that shouldn’t be ignored.

Mitsubishi Outlander Price: From £23,984 With an innovative plug-in hybrid variant that can do 30 miles on pure electric, combined with a combustion engine for longer journeys, the Outlander is carving a niche in the SUV market. Ok, so the looks won’t set the world on fire, but it’s well-made, extremely capable off road and is comfortable to drive. With very competitive pricing thrown into the mix, you really should try an Outlander.

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Homes & Gardens

Gardening: Conifers As the planting season is very much upon us, it is time to take a fresh look at conifers. They’re a lot more versatile and considerably more attractive than you may have realised, and a great way to add colour, texture and living sculpture to your garden 365 days of the year. Yes, these evergreen plants have great garden potential so take a look at some of the great ways that conifers can be used in gardens, with several hundred different cultivars of conifer to choose from in the UK; there really is one to suit every situation!

Dwarf Conifers There are many conifers which reach a maximum height of 1m (3ft). These are obviously particularly useful for small gardens and will often add a great extra dimension to a rock garden or a small-scale border. They may need an occasional trimming, but generally hold their shape well.

Recommended: Picea abies ‘Little Gem’, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Gnome’ , Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Minima Aurea’, Cryptomeria japonica ‘Vilmoriniana’, Picea abies ‘Nidiformis’.

Tall and Narrow Conifers Very stylish, many of the columnar or tall, slim conifers look especially stunning when used to create a screen, or to add height to a mixed border or a shrub border. Being rather like a living sculpture they are also good grown as a single specimen tree in a lawn.

growing conifers also work well for covering steep slopes and edging paths and beds. They will help to keep weeds at bay and are very low maintenance.

Recommended: Juniperus squamata ‘Blue Coat’, Juniperus conferata, Juniperus communis ‘Compressa’.

Conifers for Containers Conifers can look great either on their own (especially when planted with a few small bulbs around their roots, to add splashes of seasonal colour) or in a mixed planting where they help to bring structure, texture and off-season colour.

Recommended: Juniperus compressa ‘Compressa’, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Ellwood’s Gold’, Cryptomeria japonica ‘Sekkan-Sugi’ , Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Springtime’, Pinus leucodermis ‘Schmidtii’.

Conifer Planting and Growing Tips • Make the planting hole a minimum of 1m wide by 30cm deep and incorporate plenty of bulky organic matter such as garden compost, proprietary planting mix or well-rotted manure.

Recommended: Taxus baccata ‘Fastigiata Aurea’, Juniperus scopulorum ‘Skyrocket’, Thuja plicata ‘Fastigiata’.

• Tease or spread out the roots well and backfill the hole with garden soil mixed with planting compost.

Pyramid-shaped Conifers With their relatively wide bases and narrow tops, pyramidal conifers can bring welcome shape, texture and evergreen colour to your garden and if carefully positioned are often useful to hide an eyesore.

• Make sure that only the roots are below the soil surface, water in well.

Recommended: Picea albertiana ‘Conica’, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Yvonne’ or Thymus occidentalis ‘Yellow Ribbon’.

• Feed in April using a proprietary fertiliser to keep the growth good and ensure it is a good colour.

Spherical Conifers With their prominently rounded shape these conifers naturally produce a sculptured look and are perfect for growing either side of a gateway or house entrance. They also look great in a mixed border, adding colour, texture and interest when many of the other border ingredients are below ground.

• Trim conifers regularly but remember if you cut back into old or brown growth you’ll end up exposing all the old growth as they don’t produce dormant buds.

Recommended: Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Sunset’, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Minima Glauca’, Thuja occidentalis ‘Danice’.

Ground-cover Conifers Great for hiding low-lying eyesores such as manhole covers, an evergreen groundcover hides them all year long. Low

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• Keep the soil moist at all times, especially during late spring and summer when drought is likely.

By Pippa Greenwood Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com for a great range of gardening-related items including ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ Gift Cards, handmade pottery herb planters, Pippa’s favourite weeding tool, signed books and lots of useful garden items.

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All aspects • Extensions of building • New Builds works including: • Refurbishments

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Ritchie Knowles is well established and well known locally – he’s been fitting and fixing plumbing and heating for householders in the Belper area for ten years now, and his advert has featured on the pages of All Things Local since the magazine began!

Unfortunately, due to injury, Ritchie had to take several months off last year but he’s keen to let customers old and new know that he’s back to full strength and as busy as ever now. “I’ve been incredibly busy with log burners lately.” says Ritchie.

“They’re very popular because they provide an attractive focal feature in the room, as well as being an efficient and cost effective way of heating your home.”

Ritchie is HETAS registered and can either source and fit log burners, or fit the customer’s own. “I’m happy to offer advice and can help you find the best option for your budget and needs. I would always recommend using a flue liner though, as it will increase the heat output by over 60%.”

As we bid farewell to the summer it’s a good time to think about how you’re going to stay warm this winter.

In addition to log burners, Ritchie also supplies, installs or services boilers and central heating systems. “You should always plan ahead when it comes to heating.

Have your boiler serviced or if you’re thinking about

upgrading your system then now’s the time! The last thing you need is a breakdown in the depths of winter; they can be both inconvenient Ritchie (left) and Steve (right) of RK Plumbing and costly. & Heating Having said that, if the worst does happen I will always come out to emergencies and do everything I can to get things up and running.”

As well as the heating side of things, Ritchie’s well known for his bathroom installations, including planning and supply if necessary. “To reduce hassle for the customer, I can arrange and oversee all aspects – providing skilled plasterers, tilers and electricians so that the job’s done properly.”

For larger jobs, Ritchie has a reliable assistant, Steve, who is just as much of a perfectionist as he is! “We’re both hard-working, reliable and quick. We keep everything as neat as possible, hiding pipework and causing minimal disruption for the customer. ” Contact Ritchie on 01773 580181 or 07837 205531 for all your plumbing and heating needs.

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Homes & Gardens

Short Story: The Dare “I dare you to eat one”. Cole said, holding out a shiny conker.

The twins had been collecting conkers as they scrambled through the darkening woods on their way home from swimming. Morgan liked conkers, but he also liked the spiky green casings that he prized them out of; his pockets were full of them.

It was such a good dare that Morgan wished he’d thought of it. He was certain conkers were poisonous.

And it wasn’t even Cole’s turn to set a dare.

Just yesterday Cole had dared him to stroke Mrs Burgey’s mangy dog. Afterwards Cole had broken the first rule of Dare Club – that no one talks about Dare Club - and told their mother. She’d made Morgan take a shower, and it wasn’t even Sunday. Morgan had been biding his time, waiting to get his revenge. Cole couldn’t be allowed to get away with it, after all Morgan was the eldest by ten whole minutes.

“Do you understand exactly what you’re asking?”. He said mysteriously, taking the conker from Cole.

“Yeah”. Cole answered, unimpressed.

“You know that conkers contain powerful magic don’t you?”.

Morgan smiled thinly.

Cole pulled a face. “Says who?”.

“I saw it on You Tube”. Morgan lied, “This guy ate a conker on a full moon, and he turned into a zombie”.

Cole snorted, but could not argue with the authority of You Tube.

“His eyes turned green and everything”. Morgan watched Cole closely. There were two things that his brother was scared of – zombies and mushrooms.

“Tonight’s a full moon”. He glanced at the sky, “Just so you know what you’re asking”.

“Rubbish”. Cole kicked the leaves, “That’s just werewolves”.

“Not there!” Morgan spluttered, “It’s covered in toadstools”.

Cole’s rapid inspection of the log gave Morgan just enough to time spit the conker into the leaves, and find what he needed from his pocket.

“Now we’re sitting comfortably”. Morgan mumbled with gravity, “I will swallow”.

The violent gagging sounds he made as he pretended to swallow impressed even him.

“What now?” Asked Cole, wide-eyed.

“Now we wait”. Morgan folded his arms and leaned back against the tree. The shadows grew longer and a flock of crows came home to roost.

“This is boring”. Cole said, glancing at his watch.

The chill evening air had just descended to the forest floor when Morgan chose his moment.

He began to cough and shake. He clutched his stomach and moaned. He spat foamy dribble down his coat for dramatic effect.

“The magic is beginning to take hold”. He cried, “Run Cole, run, while you still have the chance”.

Cole laughed nervously, “Stop mucking around”.

Both boys stared hard at each other. Morgan shrugged,

“The pain, the pain!” Morgan cried, burying his face in his hands. Writhing in agony, he uttered an unearthly moan.

Then he took his hands away to reveal himself transformed.

His huge zombie eyes were green and covered in gruesome spikes.

“It’s been nice knowing you”. He popped the conker into his mouth. Cole frowned.

Cole turned the colour of concrete, shrieked (like a girl thought Morgan) and ran off, leaving his swimming kit behind.

“You’ve got to swallow it”.

Morgan laughed and took the conker casings out of his eyes.

He knew he would get into trouble for this, but just for the moment it was worth it.

“It’s werewolves too”. Morgan raised the conker to his lips.

“Still dare me to eat it?”

Morgan indicated a need to sit down. The business of digesting conkers was arduous and shouldn’t be tackled while standing. Cole went to perch on a log,

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Property Matters Pilkington Architecture A well planned and designed extension can transform your home, and if you’re happy with your current location then it can save you the hassle and expense of moving.

to many people, that he immediately puts you at ease. “It’s all quite straightforward really” he explains “whether it’s a loft conversion, an extension or a new build, the first thing I do is find out what clients want and need – which aren’t always the same thing! Then we’ll work together to come up with a practical, solution that not only looks good but is functional and meets budget requirements. I obtain full planning permission and buildings regulations approval on behalf of the client, and provide all relevant technical and construction drawings.

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Book Reviews Back to the Future ‘Who controls the past controls the future: who controls the present controls the past’ wrote George Orwell in his classic dystopian novel, Nineteen Eighty Four. Gone are the images of hover boards and self-adjusting clothing, and in come repeated ideas that the future could be anything but rosy for the human race. The future may not be fantastic, but the fiction certainly is.

Divergent by Veronica Roth Life is generally considered to be confusing enough for teenagers, but in Veronica Roth’s vision of the future, society has become fragmented into five factions of virtue, and all sixteen year olds must choose that which they want to devote their lives to preserving. Tris needs to make a decision about who to trust and whether or not to leave her family and follow her own path. Then there’s a new love interest, but she’s not sure whether he will in fact protect her or ultimately destroy her. Once the brutality of the initiation is over, is it all worth it and is Tris following the right path?

It’s ideal reading for anyone who’s stressing over which university to go to. After reading Divergent, it’ll be a doddle.

Nineteen Eighty-Four

by George Orwell Long before Davina McCall blasted onto our screens, George Orwell was writing his dystopian classic about Big Brother and Room 101. Written in the past (1949) about the future (1984), that’s now being read in the present (2014, in case you’re not sure!) has actually resulted in the creation of a timeless novel. The fear factor associated with the Ministry of Truth still reigns supreme and the fact that it was supposed to be a commentary on communism doesn’t seem to have dated it one bit. Winston Smith is beavering away in the Record Department, rewriting everything to

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suit the ruling party whilst secretly plotting his rebellion.

Freedom is life, and Smith is determined that the Ministry won’t determine his future.

Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K Dick If the plot starts to feel vaguely familiar, it’s because Ridley Scott’s film Blade Runner was based on Dick’s novel. Bounty hunter Rick Deckard is preying on, and ‘retiring’ androids that have short but murderous lifespans, in order to pay his own bills and keep his depressed wife buoyant. In a parallel life, John Isidore is trying to conserve and protect the androids. In this post-apocalyptic world, most animals have been destroyed by the effects of radiation and the scarcity and cost of owning one is where the title comes from. The novel asks all kinds of questions about human emotions and, most importantly perhaps, about empathy.

It’s an amazing and intriguing thriller.

Brave New World by Aldous Huxley In Huxley’s vision of the future, everyone’s free to take recreational drugs and be as promiscuous as they like.

The World Controllers have created the ideal living situation but, true to form, there’s always one who isn’t happy. It’s just all a bit too good. Bernard Marx is searching for imperfections, unconvinced that this contrived society is really making people as happy as they appear. He visits one of the so-called Savage Reservations to try and cure his restlessness. A future story that makes us question the present is always a goodie and shows us why this novel has stood the test of time.

2001: A Space Odyssey by Arthur C Clarke Next time your computer won’t do what you want it to, spare a thought for the crew of the Discovery, who’ve been tasked with finding out why a mysterious monolith found on the Moon, is sending a signal out to Saturn.

Their electronic friend is HAL 9000, who seems to have developed feelings and self-awareness, but also slightly murderous tendencies. If you thought space was scary enough, imagine being under the control of a digital psychopath. It’s science fiction at its most intense, with the very existence of human civilisation at risk from homicidal HAL. Uglies by Scott Westerfeld Ever thought how much easier your life would be, if you had been born beautiful? Perhaps you are one who is fair of face and dispute the fact that it’s a walk in the park if you’re gorgeous. In Tally’s world, everyone gets the chance to experience outer beauty - they just need to turn sixteen. The ‘Pretties’ live in a paradise of halcyon days and all the ‘Uglies’ can do is stay in the shadows and wait. But Tally’s friend Shay isn’t so convinced that pretty is the way to go, and she’s found a way out. So the authorities issue Tally with an ultimatum: find Shay and turn her in, or Tally will never turn ‘pretty’ herself.

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The Diary of a Local Mum Feeling Sleepy.

Some of you may remember my recent tale of the sad demise of our pet hamster, Lulu.

The kids were distraught by her passing but keen to have another pet so Lulu was replaced a month or so later by another hamster, Lottie.

Lottie was a very cute looking little thing, but she did not like people and she certainly did not enjoy life in a cage. After just a few weeks and several escapes (the most successful lasting five days and driving me and my husband to the verge of insanity), Lottie quite literally gave up on life in captivity.

Her spirit is now no doubt running free in hamster heaven.

So, the Great Pet Debate began yet again.

No-one was keen on getting another hamster.

We ruled out rabbits. Cats were entertained briefly, but the debate kept coming back to the same thing... a dog. Having listed pros and cons, whys and why nots, every problem seemed to have a solution. My husband’s godmother, conveniently (or not, depending which side of the fence you’re on) breeds dogs, so we decided to go for a ‘look’. As if you can take two children to just ‘look’ at puppies! We are now the proud owners of a Shih-poo (yes, it’s a real breed) pup called Benji.

Benji is a gorgeous little bundle of fluff. He looks like a teddy bear. He loves fuss, he’s great with the kids, and is the source of much entertainment. He’s definitely part of the family already. There is only one problem... his aversion to going to bed at night.

Thankfully the kids have not been disturbed, but for four nights this week we (and our incredibly understanding neighbours) have been kept awake by constant crying... howling... barking... it’s amazing how much noise a tiny dog can make. It is exactly like having a newborn baby. I have been used to this before with both children (neither liked sleep) and I do know that the phase will pass, but when you’re trying to

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function on 2-3 hours’ sleep each night it feels as though it’s going on for an eternity.

Sleep deprivation, whether it’s caused by a howling puppy, a crying baby, or anything else, is like torture. You begin to feel like a zombie in the day, and your whole evening becomes an anxious build up to the night time. You plan your strategy. You try to keep the offender awake all evening. You make sure they’re fed, watered, warm, happy. You sit with them until they fall asleep and then try to creep out of the room (yes, I’ve resorted to this with both children and puppy!). You try putting them in a cage (puppy, not children – although we did try a stair gate on the bedroom door with the kids, which I suppose is similar!). You end up with them in your bed (children, not puppy. I was dangerously close at times though!). How you’re going to get some sleep that night becomes an obsession which takes over every waking moment.

Instead of trusting your instincts and doing what feels right for you and your baby/puppy, it’s very easy to seek advice from everyone you know, or read books and online articles (often at 3am in sheer desperation). You end up with some mish-mashed strategy of everything that may possibly work. You’re tired, fraught and anxious; which unsurprisingly doesn’t help!

However, there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Last night we all slept for a full 8 hours. At 6.30am I leapt out of bed full of energy and life (which believe me is a rarity – I am not a morning person). So how did we achieve this sudden and dramatic turnaround? We did what seemed right. Benji wanted to be near us, so we put his bed at the bottom of the stairs. It’s not what the books said. It’s against all the advice we were given. But it worked; we’re all happy, refreshed, and no longer terrified of bedtime!

By Helen Young

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Holly’s Column Toy Libraries In the year I was born, 2000, I became a founding member of Crich Toy Library, borrowing a fascinating range of toys and participating in a variety of events. Going to toy libraries when I was younger was always an enjoyable and exciting experience.

With the rebranding of Crich Toy Library this year, I thought it was an ideal time to talk about the library with manager Ann-Marie McMillan, a close friend and neighbour:

“Toy Libraries have been running for over 40 years in Derbyshire, for families to access resources that they normally wouldn’t be able to afford. They allow children to ‘learn through play’ and to learn to play as well. They can also learn important social skills.”

I asked Ann-Marie how the toy libraries work, and how they allow children to do this: “There are various models of toy libraries including mobile toy libraries and those that are linked to the services like hospitals, libraries or children’s centres but in a sense they all loan toys and resources. Derbyshire Toy Libraries run Stay & Play activity sessions including snack time and story/song time which are very similar to mother and toddler groups, or you can just come along and hire a toy. We also supply and maintain toys in doctors and dentist surgeries in Crich and Belper.

We are expanding our services to include party packages, hiring out toys for parties and events, and outreach packages to schools, child-minders and health professionals.”

In 2001 the government pledged £6 million for 150 new toy libraries across the country for children living in deprived areas. Each Early Years Development & Childcare Partnership including Derbyshire received £45,000 and further investment was provided through Sure Start programmes. Unfortunately in recent years, given the government cuts, many of the toy libraries (particularly voluntary ones) have folded. Therefore, I questioned how the Derbyshire Toy Libraries had been able to continue: “Our Charities Patron, James Lewis (TV celebrity auctioneer), is very supportive of our fundraising efforts.

Last year we were one of 10 charities to benefit from his Guinness Book of Records attempt for the longest auction, which was held at the Westfield Centre in Derby

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and lasted for 26 hours, raising almost £70,000.

On November 15th James is hosting a ‘Fun Fundraiser’ quiz and auction at Crich Glebe Field Centre from 7-11pm. Tickets are £10 and there will be a pie & pea supper and bar from local Amber Brewery.

The last one was a sell-out and we raised £3,500.

We also raise income though our ‘stay and play’ sessions, which cost just £3 including a snack and activity, a hot drink for parents or carers, plus if they’re a member they get to take a toy home. The ‘life time membership’ costs £10 and on joining your 1st session is FREE.” When visiting the toy library I was always amazed at the variety of toys they had. Ann-Marie said they have several hundred toys stored at Crich alone.

“We have over 2000 toys and resources available to view ranging from sensory resources to dressing up costumes, puzzles to treasure baskets. We stock toys that aid speech therapy, and tactile toys to develop fine motor and gross motor skills. We try to mainly go for the toys that families would not normally get access to, or maybe can’t afford.”

There are lots of exciting innovations in the Derbyshire Toy Libraries. To find out where and when to find your nearest Toy Library, just search ‘Derbyshire Toy Libraries’ on Facebook or Twitter, or call 08450093019. To view a list of their toys visit www.toylibraries.org.

By Holly Pridmore from Belper, age 14

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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 Beverley Kennedy, Floraline difference. Let All Things Local surprise them with a fresh bouquet of flowers.

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.

There are 2 recipients of this issue’s bouquet; Sharon Waldron and Veronica Cooke. They were nominated by Catherine Howe of Belper.

Here’s what Catherine wrote: “I would like to nominate my friend Sharon Waldron. I only met Sharon a couple of years’ ago when she moved her horse to the same yard where I keep mine. We immediately hit it off and it feels like we have been friends forever. She is one of the kindest, caring people I have ever known and will go out of her way to help people.

Since being diagnosed with cancer last year I have been on a roller-coaster ride and Sharon has supported me all the way. She has looked after my horse ‘Splash’ when I have not been able to get to the yard due to hospital appointments and I sometimes feel like I am always putting on her. She texts me every day to see how I am and is always positive and cheers me up. I would just like to say a big THANK YOU to Sharon.

I would also like to nominate a second person:

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Sharon Waldron (left) and Veronica Cooke (right) receive the and her horse Splash. bouquet from Catherine Howe

Veronica Cooke is the yard owner and again one of the kindest people you could meet. When I wasn’t able to get to the yard she had mucked my stable out every day, despite having 2 horses of her own to do. She always tells me not to worry about my horse and that everyone just wants to see me well.

I just want them to know how much I appreciate them both. Thank you.” Catherine Howe 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 Belper. 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 karyn@allthingslocal.co.uk putting ‘Friendship Blooms’ as the subject. Please include your full name, address and daytime telephone number on your nomination.

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Your Horoscope October and November 2014 The Cosmos during October and November

October: Mercury goes into retrograde motion on the 5th and remains there until the 26th.

As always, it is important to carefully check all your communications and travel arrangements, more than once! This is always a good time to readjust any areas of life that aren’t working as well as you would like. The full moon eclipse on the 8th falls on the Aries Libra axis and brings all relationships into focus. You may need to ask some important questions: is there a good balance and exchange of energy in your relationship? Is there enough emotional support?

What structures are steady and dependable and what needs changing? The Sun enters the watery and transformational sign of Scorpio on the 23rd, the same day as the new moon partial solar eclipse. This signals a powerful time to be courageous and embrace change.

November: Investments, possessions and resources are in the spotlight for this month.

The Sun, Venus and Saturn, all in Scorpio, bring these subjects to our attention. The Sun emphasises the Scorpio ability to be very resourceful and creative, and also to make do with what one already has. Motivational Mars is in the industrious and ambitious sign of Capricorn all month, further enabling solid plans for advancement. Communicative Mercury moves into Scorpio on the 9th and entices us to dig deep and get to the bottom of things, confront our fears and limiting habits and be ready for transformation and change. The full moon is on the 6th in Taurus and the new moon is on the 22nd in Sagittarius.

ARIES: MARCH 21 - APRIL 20 The full moon lunar eclipse in your sign on the 8th is in conjunction with Uranus, the planet of the unexpected. Dramatic changes are now in the air and you may be called upon to take up a challenge.

Creative change is certainly on the agenda with abundant Jupiter in Leo shining on you favourably.

November: The Sun, Venus and Saturn occupy the financial areas of your chart for most of this this month.

This is a good time to make some informed decisions about your assets, savings and investments and all general plans for the future. The new moon on the 22nd puts relationships into perspective.

TAURUS: APRIL 21 - MAY 21 Venus, your ruling planet, is now bathed in harmony in the sign of Libra. The time is right to follow your heart and to pursue your ambitions. Your physical energy and personal effectiveness should also be at an all-time high and you’ll be amazed at how productive you can be. November: Relationships of all kinds are the focus of the month for Venus ruled Taureans. Your ruling planet is in passionate Scorpio until the 17th so make the most of it and plan to do something spectacular. The new moon in Libra on the 22nd helps you to make an important decision.

GEMINI: MAY 22 - JUNE 21 Creativity is in the spotlight for you this month and with lots of new found confidence and positivity around you can benefit from taking the initiative. Mercury, your ruling planet, moves into the retrograde cycle on the 5th – as usual take extra care with all forms of communication and travel plans. November: Mercury, your ruling planet, moves from balanced Libra into passionate Scorpio on the 9th. Personal fulfilment is important and the powerful new moon in Sagittarius on the 22nd brings a sense of playfulness and adventure – a new and exciting relationship could appear on the horizon.

CANCER: JUNE 22 - JULY 22 Motivational Mars is firing up the work side of your life. New ideas abound and lots of innovative and creative energy should now be available. This is a good month to get your point of view across. The full moon in Aries on the 8th brings opportunities, so don’t be afraid to make decisions. November: The line-up of planets in passionate Scorpio means that fun, playfulness and romance are high on the agenda for Scorpios this month. Make the most of this relaxed time before the new moon on the 22nd brings your attention back to personal and professional goals.

LEO: JULY 23 - AUGUST 23 Enjoy an exciting start to this month as mighty Jupiter in your sign harmoniously aspects both Mars in Sagittarius and Uranus in Aries. These three planets form an auspicious triangle in the sky. This is a great time of optimism, giving you the energy for progress and success. November: Your home and family life are in the spotlight this month as the Sun, Venus and Saturn all illuminate this important area. After Mercury shifts into Scorpio on the 9th, communications with family and loved ones improve and forward planning has never been better.

VIRGO: AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 22 The Sun and Venus are both highlighting the financial area of your chart. This could turn out to be a very successful month. Trust your intuition and be aware of people around you who offer good advice. Good

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LIBRA: SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23 The Sun and Venus, your ruling planet, both occupy your sign for most of the month. Love matters will be high on the agenda and there could be changes in a long-standing relationship. The new moon on the 23rd is just into Scorpio and brings financial matters to your attention. November: Financial matters continue to be an important theme during November. Good financial prospects could well be in store, so it is vital that you get some good advice in this area. Venus, your ruler, moves into optimistic Sagittarius on the 17th, bringing strong potential for success.

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communication is the key for providing new solutions and innovations. November: This is a busy time of comings and goings and meaningful communication is at an all-time high. The full moon in practical Taurus on the 6th challenges you to make some important decisions, as vital changes may be required at work. The new moon on the 22nd could bring a new adventure.

SCORPIO: OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22 Money matters are highlighted this month and with Mars making very positive aspects to both Uranus and Jupiter, it’s a very good time for some innovative and creative financial planning. Jupiter also shines on career objectives bringing new and exciting opportunities your way. November: With the love planet, Venus, in your sign until the 16th, relationships should become more rewarding and romantic.

This is an energetic time – be sure to pull out all the stops and get busy with major initiatives; your strong intuition is at its peak and could prove to be spot on.

SAGITTARIUS: NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 21 Motivational Mars occupies your sign for most of the month; tune in and enjoy this innovative and creative time. Abundant Jupiter, your ruling planet, is urging you to broaden your horizons. You might feel like taking up a new course of study or booking a trip to a faraway place. November: You may not feel like taking the initiative this month as it’s more an introspective time for Sagittarians. You may find that you hit a few setbacks, but using your insight will help you to get through any difficulty. The new moon in your sign on the 22nd brings a completely new and upbeat energy.

CAPRICORN: DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 20 Family and career matters are in the spotlight for you this month, as the full moon lunar eclipse on the 8th flags up some challenges is these areas. The Sun is in Libra, urging you to find harmony and equilibrium. You will find that open and honest communication is the key to success. November: You may feel that recharging your batteries is top of your agenda for this month. It’s important to enjoy rest and relaxation, preferably with like-minded people. Communications in your career area are good and intuition will be at an all-time high, particularly after the 22nd.

AQUARIUS: JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 18 Communication and education are big themes for Aquarians this month. The full moon lunar eclipse on the 8th is conjunct Uranus, your ruler. This is a powerful time for you to get your controversial points of view across to others; fortunately the moon in Aries promises courage and pioneering spirit.

November: The Sun, Venus and Saturn are culminating at the highest point of your chart this month.

Career goals and ambitions are totally in the spotlight, ensuring that you enjoy confidence in your own ideas. The new moon in far reaching Sagittarius on the 22nd brings brilliant opportunities your way.

PISCES: FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20 The full moon lunar eclipse on the 8th lights up the financial sector of your chart. It’s time for exciting new plans. Jupiter in creative Leo joins with energetic and motivational Mars, giving you the courage and conviction to focus happily on all your hopes and aspirations. November: This is the month to seek distraction and excitement. Faraway places and adventure may beckon and you’ll certainly feel that it is a good time to let your hair down and have some fun. The full moon on the 6th brings some interesting people and stimulating conversations your way.

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Upbeat In this edition of All Things Local we would like to offer some advice to residents on making sure their home is secure as the darker nights draw in.

The advice comes as officers tend to notice a trend at this time of year where homes which are empty during the early evenings are more likely to be targeted, as it is easier to see which properties have someone in.

Police Community Safety Inspector Russell Dakin said: “Although we live in a low crime area we really don’t want people to become complacent, and so would urge people to take a few steps to help reduce the risk of suffering a burglary at this time of year.”

Residents are advised to take the following precautions to help keep their homes secure: • Always make sure your doors and windows are locked whenever you leave your home, or if you are in the garden or even in another part of the house.

• If you go out in an evening, leave a light on and close the curtains.

• Use timer switches on lights, or set radio alarms to come on at certain times, especially if you know you aren’t likely to be home before it goes dark.

• Keep house and car keys out of sight and reach from windows, doors, cat flaps and letterboxes.

• Be sure to set your house alarm before going out and if you do not have an alarm, consider investing in one to improve security.

Insp. Dakin added: “We don’t want people to feel alarmed, but to just be alert and aware of what they can do to boost their home security.”

Officers from your local Safer Neighbourhood policing team are able to offer advice; you can contact them on 101 or by email from the Derbyshire police website: www.derbyshire.police.uk.

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Community Diary October/November 2014 October

3rd: ‘Memories’ (Remembering WW 1) an evening of poetry, song & drama. 7pm Christ Church, Belper. Tkts £3 adults, £1 young people at school. Info: Rev Alison Roome, 01773 825635.

4th: ‘The Art of Quilting’, an exhibition by Oakwood Quilters 09.30-16.00, The Church on Oakwood, 378 Bishop’s Drive, Derby DE21 2DF. Entry £1. Info: Carol Fletcher 01332 666984. email: Carol@fletcherashmore.co.uk 4th: Dave Perkins and The Travelling People in concert at The West Indian Centre, Derby in aid of Sight Support Derbyshire. 7.30pm Tkts £10 inc supper. Tel: Mary 01773 828680. Sight Support Derbyshire 01332 292262.

16th: Kyleburn Historical Society present ‘Four Mediaeval Women’ by Rowena Edlin-White. Kilburn Baptist Chapel Schoolroom, Highfield Rd. 7.30pm. Guests £2 at the door.

18th: The Derwent Singers directed by Richard Roddis present a candle lit performance of Faure’s Requiem with other pieces.

St. Osmund’s Church, London Rd., Wilmorton, Derby. 7.30pm Tkts & Info: 01283 561826 or tickets@derwentsingers.org.uk 20th: Heanor Floral Arts Group present ‘A Jewellery Collection’ by Jean Fordham. Wilmot St. Welfare Centre, Heanor 7pm.

Membership available. Visitors £5.

25th: Somercotes Choral Society presents ‘Come Rain or Shine’ at Alfreton Grange Arts College. 7pm. Musical Director Neil Farley, accompanist John Hobbs, Blidworth Welfare Brass Band Ensemble. Tkts £7, under 16’s £4 from Box Office – 07905 242750 or 01773 602335.

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1st: Dave Perkins and The Travelling People in concert at The Conservative Club, Heanor in aid of Ashfields Care Home Residents Fund. 7.30pm. Tkts £10 incl supper. Tel: Mary 01773 828680. Ashfields Care Home 01773 712664.

15th: Christmas Bazaar at St Matthew’s Church, Morley. 10am-12noon. Admission Free.

17th: Heanor Floral Arts Group present ‘In Festive Mood’ by John Chennell. Wilmot St. Welfare Centre, Heanor 7pm. Membership available. Visitors £5.

20th: Kyleburn Historical Society present ‘The Story of Codnor Castle and The De Greys of Codnor’ by Maureen Taylor. Kilburn Baptist Chapel Schoolroom, Highfield Rd. 7.30pm. Guests £2 at the door.

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World War I – Roll of Honour for Belper and Milford George Herbert Strutt gave many benefactions to Belper. To commemorate the sacrifices made during the First World War, he gave the paddock belonging to Green Hall to the people of Belper as a memorial garden.

The house, later demolished, which stood at the corner of King Street and Green Lane, had been used at his expense as a Red Cross auxiliary hospital throughout the war years.

The Memorial Garden is still much used and enjoyed by the people of Belper, and in it stands the obelisk bearing the names of the servicemen who fell in the war, which was provided by public subscription in 1921.

Alderman G. H. Strutt gave Belper Urban District Council a former bank building in King Street as a memorial hall. This now houses the Belper office of Amber Valley Borough Council, and it still bears its plaque commemorating the fallen.

George Herbert Strutt wished to provide a fuller description of the men than the list of names on the obelisk, so he commissioned a Roll of Honour in the form of a book in which their names were inscribed along with their regiments and the place of their death.

About thirty people helped to find out these details, and Mr Dawson, the art master at the Herbert Strutt School, compiled the finished work. In presenting it to the Belper Urban District Council, the wish was expressed that the book would be displayed from time to time so that the descendants of those brave men could see their names and be reminded of their sacrifice. It was also said that “the roll would endure while there was a Council, and be a perpetual reminder of the men who made the supreme sacrifice.” Belper Urban District Council has long gone, but the Roll of

Honour or Book of Remembrance is now in the care of Belper Historical Society, and has recently been photographed and entered into the records of memorials kept by the Imperial War Museum.

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It is appropriate, therefore, that as a contribution to the acts of remembrance in the town, this Society has put the Roll of Honour on display in its Robson Memorial Cabinet in St John’s Heritage Centre from the anniversary of the declaration of war on August 4th. A fresh page of names will be shown each month over the next four years. The book can be seen when the Heritage Centre is normally open for Town Council business from 9.30am to 12noon on Mondays to Fridays, and on the last Saturday of the month (except December) when members of the Society are present and can make other pages available for viewing a particular name.

Belper Historical Society has a programme of talks at the Heritage Centre on the first Wednesday of the month from 7.30pm.

The October meeting will be the AGM and social evening, and the talk on November 5th will be “The Life and Times of a Farrier” given by Doug Bradbury. At the meeting on December 3rd, Gareth King will turn his attention to “Battles in Derbyshire.” All are welcome. The charge to visitors is £1.50.

Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available at the end of the meeting.

By Pat Marjoram Chairman, Belper Historical Society

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Clubs, Societies, Groups, Classes

Belper Folk Club Every Tuesday at The Old Kings Head, Days Lane, Belper, 8.30pm.

Details from 01246 865170 or www.belperfolkclub.co.uk

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Belper Harriers Joggers Jog Derbyshire group.Meets at Belper Leisure Centre. For all jogging abilities.

Tuesdays 7pm. Contact Geoff: 07802 657321

1st Alton Manor Scout Group Beavers, Cubs and Scout group – More details from Group Scout Leader Darren Barnes: 01773 880019.

Belper Historical Society Talks programme on first Weds of the month at St John’s Heritage Centre, The Butts at 7.30pm. Email patmarjoram@tiscali.co.uk or call 01332 880600.

1st Belper Rainbows Belper Lane, Belper, Thursday evening, for girls 5 to 7. Details from belperrainbows@hotmail.co.uk

Belper Hope Café and open mic Salvation Army Hall, Belper Market Place, Sunday 7pm to 9pm. Quiz.

David Howarth: 07726 694618.

1st Belper Scout Group Belper Lane, Belper. For young people aged 6 to 14, male & female.

Contact: www.firstbelper.org.uk or Group Scout Leader Sandra Nix 01773 829373

Belper Junior Musical Theatre Singing group for 7+ years. Meet on Wednesdays at the former Strutt’s School on the corner of Gibfield Lane, Belper, 6pm - 7.15pm.

Call: 01332 881766.

1st Openwoodgate Scout Group St Mark’s Church Hall, Over Lane, Belper. For boys and girls 6 to 14.

Group scout leader Sharon Marshall: 07809 408 829.

Belper Krav Maga Academy Belper Leisure Centre, Kilbourne Road, Belper. Martial Arts club; train on Mondays & Fridays 8.30pm to 9.30pm both nights.

Details on www.ikma.co.uk

4th Belper Scout Group Central Methodist Chapel, Chapel Street, Belper. For boys and girls 6 to 14. Group scout leader Roland Jakes: 01773 827626.

Alzheimers Society Belper Support Group First Tuesday of the month 2-4pm, Belper Cottage, 16 Chapel St. DE56 1AR. Info: Helen Aldridge 01332 208845 or email derbyshire@alzheimers.org.uk Aroma Run by Belper Community Church at The Greyhound Inn on Whitemoor Lane. 3rd Sat each month 10.30am. Free cake & coffee. Quiz & chat.

Families welcome. Tel:Henry Ford 01773 828619.

Baby Sensory Baby development classes at the Lion Hotel, Belper. Every Friday at 10am.

Call Claire on 07967 485855 or email derbyeast@babysensory.co.uk to book your free trial.

Baby Yoga Suitable from 8 weeks old to crawling. Belper Community Hall Thursdays 9.45am - 11am, 6 week courses run during term time only. Small class sizes mean limited places. To book or for further information please contact Laurie Lowe at Little Sage yoga tel: 07545 479693 email: laurie@littlesageyoga.co.uk or visit www.littlesageyoga.co.uk Badger Explorer Scout Unit Christ Church, Bridge Street, Belper. Teenagers, male and female, 14 to 18. Explorer leader Paul Maddison: 01773 880422.

Belper Aiwakai Karate Club Training for all ages and abilities at Belper Leisure Centre John O’Gaunts Way, Belper on Fridays at 6.30pm. The general club finishesat 7.45pm followed by advanced session running until 8.30pm. Dave Johnson 01773 856245.

Belper Art Group Meet at Strutt’s Centre, Derby Road, Belper, every Thursday 7pm to 9pm in Room 19. All abilities welcome.

Belper Bicycle Club Meet 1st Monday in every month (apart from Bank Holidays) at the Strutt Club, Campbell Street, Belper 7pm. New members welcome of all ages who are interested in cycle racing, either to compete for the team or as social members. Website www.belperbc.co.uk or Jonathan Marshall 01773 829590.

Belper Buggies Walking/fitness group. Meet at the bandstand at Belper River Gardens 1.30pm on Wednesdays. Free session. Contact: Sam Draper 07891 571488.

Belper Meadows Tennis Club Meet behind Christ Church, off A6, The Triangle. Adult social nights Tuesdays and Thursdays. New members of all ages and abilities welcome. www.belpertennis.co.uk Belper Model Railway Group Strutt’s Centre, Derby Road, Belper (opposite Babington Hospital), Wednesdays 7pm to 10pm. Details from Stephen Shepherd (secretary) at shepherd295@btinternet.com tel no: 01283 703300.

Belper Musical Theatre Musical theatre shows performed every February and singing concerts performed at intervals throughout the year. Meet 7.30pm on Wednesdays at former Strutt’s School, Gibfield Lane, Belper. Call: 01773 825938.

Belper Players Mondays at Strutt Centre, Derby Road and Thursdays at Lion Hotel, Bridge Street at 7:30pm. Wanting new members – actors, backstage and front of house. Secretary Joyce Towle: 01335 370827.

Belper Singers Chamber choir of 24 voices, repertoire includes sacred and secular works, mostly unaccompanied. Vacancies for experienced tenors and basses. Rehearsals Wednesdays, 8pm to 10pm, Congregational Church, off Green Lane, Belper, DE56 1DB. www.belpersingers.webs.com or call 01773 852835.

Belper Social Club for the Disabled Every second Wednesday at The Whitemoor Centre, John O’Gaunts Way, Belper, 7.30pm. Barbara Pickering: 01773 823803.

Belper Stage Productions Rehearse on Mon evenings at 7.30pm in The Blue Room, Robert Ludlam Theatre, St Benedict’s School, Duffield Rd, Darley Abbey DE22 1JD. Adults & childrenre hearse for fun. Info: 07758 625372 Belper Stroke Club Belper Leisure Centre, off Kilbourne Road, Belper, 2pm to 4pm on alternative Tuesdays. 01773 824804.

Belper Sub-Aqua Club Belper Leisure Centre, off Nottingham Road, Belper, every Wednesday 8pm to 9pm - scuba training for beginners. Tony Slator 01773 825137.

Belper Cadets Parade on Monday & Wednesday 18.45 to 21.00 at the Drill Hall, Clusters Road, Belper (near Long Row School) Open to all young people 12-18.

Contact Darron Moody 07921 501981.

Belper Tae Kwon-Do School Belper Leisure Centre, Kilbourne Road, Belper. New beginner classes, age 4 and above, Saturday 9.30am to 10.30am; Wednesday 5.15pm to 6.30pm. New beginner adult classes, Sunday 7.30pm to 9pm, and Wednesday 8pm to 9.30pm. 4th Dan, Karl Duro: 07946 593363.

Belper Chess Club Every Wednesday at The Old Kings Head, Days Lane, Belper. Start time 7.30pm. Secretary R Harrison Tel: 01773 824885 or 07971 111061 e-mail: rsharrison70@btinternet.com www.belperchessclub.org.uk

Belper Thursday Club Belper Community Hall, Bridge Street, Belper. Alternate Thursdays.

Social meetings for retired ladies and gents. £1.50 admission. Call: 01773 825619.

Belper Civic Forum Civic association for Belper parish (including Milford) particularly concerned with planning, services, town improvement and heritage matters.Email belpercivicforum@hotmail.co.uk or Roger Shelley 01773 829176 Belper Community Church Meets twice a month at Whitemoor Centre 10.30am Sundays on John O’Gaunts Way. Modern Church for all ages.

Tel: Henry Ford 01773 828619.

Belper Countryside Joggers Jog Derbyshire group. Meets on Belper Lane across from the Talbot Hotel.

Mondays at 7.45pm (beginners), Thursdays at 7.30pm (intermediates).

Belper & District Organ & Keyboard Club Belper Congregational Church, Green Lane, Belper. Concerts on 3rd Saturday monthly. Social evenings on alternate Thursdays 7pm to 10pm at Belper Heritage Centre. Nigel Dawes: 01773 827204.

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Belper Meadows Bowls Club Belper Meadows, off Bridge Street, Belper. More details from secretary Graham Sheldon 01773 827548, or www.belpermeadowsbowlsclub.co.uk. New members welcome.

Belper District 50+ Forum Nailers Function Room, The Triangle, Belper. Quarterly open meetings.

Various themes relating to over 50’s and work with schools and care homes. Ann Homar 01773 829556.

Belper Toy Library The Bungalow, Belper School, John O’Gaunts Way, Belper DE56 1RZ All Welcome to Come Play & Take Away - “Stay & Play” Session 1.30 - 4pm £2.50 entry fee includes craft activity, refreshments, 1 free toy hire.

Lifetime membership is £5.00. School, Group & Child-minder membership also available upon request. E-Mail: Belper@toylibraries.org Over 2,000 toys available for hire visit www.toylibraries.org or contact mobile 07528 165120 or 0845 310 2738.

Belper Town Wind Band Methodist Church Hall, Openwoodgate, Belper, on Tuesdays, 7.15pm. Brass and wind instrument players any age, average to good abilities, welcome.

Gaynor Lovett: 01332 881875.

Belper U3A Self help social and education group for retired people. Open meetings on 1st Friday of the month. 10am at Strutt’s, Derby Road, Belper.

New members welcome. Roma (01773) 821499.

Belper WI Meet 1st Tuesday of the month at Congregational Church, Green Lane, Belper. 7.15pm. President Joan Blower 01773 853862 Secretary: Miranda.francis60@yahoo.com Tel: 01773 821424 Belper Women’s Group Every Wednesday at 10am at Holbrook Road School. Talks and social events.

Bumps and Babes Group For new and expectant parents every Monday 10-11.30am in the Belper Community Hall.

BYTE (Belper Youth Theatre) Drama & Performance Arts for 11 to 16 year olds at Long Row School, Belper, on Wednesdays 5pm to 6pm. Call 01773 828724.

Citizen’s Advice Bureau Free advice in all GP surgeries in Belper, contact your surgery for appointment.

For appointment at Bureau, 103 Bridge St., call 0844 375 2712 between 9.30am and 4pm.

Cheerleading Classes Belper Leisure Centre, for ages 5 and over, Saturday 10.20am 11.20am. Classes also in Heanor and Smalley. Full details from Nicky Horton: 07748 148626.

Chevin Probus Club For retired professional/businessmen in Belper, Duffield, Little Eaton and surrounding area. Meet at 10.30am for coffee on third Monday each month at Lion Hotel, Bridge Street Belper for talks/lunches, 11am. Occasional trips out for members and partners.

Eric Allen: 01773 823105.

Community Crafts Card-making classes at Belper Community Hall, Bridge Street, alternate Thursdays 10am to 12noon. £5 per session.

Kelly Austin: 01773 763841, or communitycrafts@fsmail.net Compassionate Communication Practice Group Belper Unitarian Chapel. Learn how to use non-violent communication (NVC) to enhance relationships & resolve conflicts. Info: Fran Hill 01773 827452, 07955 588356 or franhill2@gmail.com Dalesmen Male Voice Choir of Belper Practice at the old Herbert Strutt School, Strutt’s Centre, Derby Road, Belper, 7.30pm Mondays. New members welcome, or just sit and listen. Paul: 01773 748986.

Derbyshire Children’s Centre Alder Road, Belper. For a guide to free activities in the area, call 01773 826651 or e-mail Belpercc@derbyshire.gov.uk for further details.

Diddi Dance Pre-school dance group at Belper Community Hall, Bridge Street, Belper. Meet on Thursdays 9.30am to 10.15am for children 16 months to school age. No classes at Christmas. Debi Walker: 07805 784445 or www.diddidance.com Fibro Lifestyle Informal self-help support group for people with Fibromyalgia. Meetings held last Tuesday of each month. Info: Brenda 01773 827019.

Fleet Arts The Fleet, Belper. A local charity delivering high quality arts opportunities within the community. Rooms for hire including Music Rehearsal space at very reasonable rates. Details: 01773 820484, Email jane@fleet-arts.org or visit www.fleet-arts.org Fleet Indoor Bowls Belper Would love to see new members at our very laid back, friendly club.

Monday evenings. Average age 50+ but all ages considered.

Phone: Annette 01773 824945.

Parent & Toddler Group at Fleet Arts Every Thursday from 10am to 12pm. All Welcome.

Playball Multi-Sport Coaching Session at Fleet Arts For children aged 2 to 4 yrs. Fridays 1.30-2.45pm term time only.

Contact: 07935 600027.

Pregnancy Yoga Classes at No. 28 The Market Place, Belper. Wednesday’s 6.30-8pm.

Gentle pregnancy and birth-specific yoga exercises. Experienced pregnancy yoga teacher/NHS midwife Alison Talbot. alison@purplelotusyoga.co.uk 07877 970112 www.purplelotusyoga.co.uk Reiki Share Group For Reiki Level 1 or above. Meets last Fri of month at Fleet Arts, Belper.

7pm-9.30pm. New members welcome. Info: Judy 07875 367270.

Ronin Budo Karate Club Training on Tuesday 7.30-8.30pm & Thursday 7-8pm at Belper Strutts Centre. More info: Call Charles Spring 07980 639437 or go to http://www.facebook.com/RoninBudo or email: charlesspring@btinternet.com Rotary Club of Belper and Duffield Monday evening 7.30pm at the Lion Hotel, Bridge Street.

Info: www.belper-rotary.co.uk or Nick Blurton 01773 824607.

Rough Truffles Community Choir Singing songs from around the world. Choir is open to everyone, regardless of experience, ability or confidence. No auditions, songs are taught by ear, so no need to read music. Meet upstairs at the Queens Head pub, Chesterfield Road, Belper, every Monday at 8.00pm.

All welcome. Details: www.roughtruffles.org.uk Royal British Legion(Belper) Club Strutt Street, Belper. Entertainment every Saturday evening from 8.30pm. Also alternate Tuesday evenings from 8.30pm.

More info: 01773 822151 Everyone welcome.

You don’t have to be ex-military to join.

Royal British Legion, Women’s Section Royal British Legion, Strutt Street, Belper, last Wednesday each month, speaker, 7.15pm. Also, day after at 10am is a coffee morning with raffle and stalls. New members welcome. 01773 826691.

Scottish Dancing Hazelwood Village Hall, Hazelwood. Opens mid-Sept. Details from Robert Bee 01629 822476 Shamanic Journeying Group Meet 3rd Friday of the month. St Johns Chapel, The Butts, Belper 7pm – 10pm Contact Pat Dunnicliffe or Del woods on 01332 880984 dunnwooddrums@live.com Info: www.dunnwooddrums.com Shape Fitness Strutt’s Centre, Mondays 7.30pm. Pilates with fitness, come and join the fun.

Contact Dawn 07917 728912.

Sing for the Joy Of It Choir led by Sue MacFarlane, member of Natural Voice Practitioner’s Network. No experience necessary. 2nd & 4th Tues at 12noon. Free. Belper Unitarian Chapel, Field Row. DE56 1DH. Info: Fran Hill 01773 827452 or franhill2@gmail.com Star Roles After-School Drama Club at Fleet Arts For children aged 6 to 11 yrs. Fridays 4.30-6pm term time only.

Contact: 01773 880479 or 07760 376467.

Folk Friendzy Traditional Dancing for youngsters 5-19 years old at Belper Community Hall (behind Belper Library, Bridge Street, Belper.)

Saturdays 9am to 12.30pm. Also at Fleet Arts Centre, The Fleet, Belper on Wednesdays 6.30pm to 9pm. New dancers welcome.

01773 743741.

Strutts Centre Ltd Derby Road, Belper. A thriving community centre run entirely by volunteers. If you wish to hire a space or want more details of the many varied activities held here, ring Strutts on 01773 599993 or visit websites www.strutts.net or www.strutts.org

Friends of Belper Parks A community group who holds events and work parties to improve and maintain Belper Parks. See website www.belperparks.info or ring Dave 01773 824743.

The Chevin Singers Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper, term time Tuesday 10am to 12noon.

Unaccompanied singing. No need to read music or have any singing experience. £3 per session. Call 01773 822253 or just turn up at Strutts.

Friends of Belper River Gardens Organising concerts, events and taking part in working parties to make use of and help improve Belper’s unique Edwardian riverside gardens.

Trevor 01773 821920

The Drop Inn Centre Independent Youth Centre & Charity Advice, support & alternative education for young people Open: Mon 4.30pm - 9.30pm, Tues 6pm - 8pm, Thurs 7pm 9.30pm. More info: Andrea Fox 07960 576257 email: thedropinn@hotmail.co.uk www.thedropinn.org

Genus (Belper District) Scout Network For boys and girls 18-25. Contact network leader Adam Thompson 01332 841744; email genusnetwork@belperdistrictscouts.org.uk or visit http://www.belperdistrictscouts.org.uk/genusnetwork/ Goryukan Belper Aikido Club Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper DE56 1UU, Tuesday & Thursday nights.

Contact Henry Sensei on 07538-757073/Email: yoshinkan.aikido@virgin.net/Website: www.belper-aikido.co.uk

TinyTalk Baby Sign Language Class, Tuesdays 10am to 11am in term time. Christ Church, Bridge Street, Belper DE56 1BA. Details from Dawn Holt dawnh@tinytalk.co.uk, 01332 781059, www.tinytalk.co.uk/dawnh Toddler Group Every Wednesday 10-11.30am in the Belper Community Hall

Ladybirds Pre-School Play, learn and grow together at our friendly Pre-School. Strutts Centre, Room 17, Derby Rd., Belper. DE56 1UU. Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 9.15-16.00, Thur 9.15-12.15. Tel: 07804 219458.

Transition Belper Community organisation and charity working towards a low carbon local economy. Meet at 7.30pm first Tuesday of each month at Strutt’s Community Centre, Derby Road, Belper. See www.transitionbelper.org or email info@transitionbelper.org. Phone: 07773 667316.

L D Camera Club Meet alternative Tuesdays at the Conservative Club, Campbell Street, Belper, 8pm. T Swift: 01773 853437.

Tuesday Club St Mark’s Church Hall, Openwoodgate, Belper, alternate Tuesdays 2pm to 4pm. Socials, speakers, trips for active retired 55+ ladies and gents and is non-denominational. 01773 820664 or 01773 747195.

Learning Through Drama St John’s School, Belper, Mondays, 4.30pm to 5pm; and Long Row School, Belper, Wednesdays, 4.30pm to 5pm. Speech and drama tuition by qualified teachers for ages 5 to 15. Call: 07914 539719.

Meditation Group Belper Unitarian Chapel, Field Row off Green Lane. From September 2014 meets every 1st and 3rd Wed 7.45-9.15pm. All welcome – no experience necessary. Andy Phillips 01773 823160 or andyphillips.one@gmail.com

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New members welcome. Call Marie on 01773 824406.

Bereavement Support Group The Cottage Project, Chapel Street, Belper every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month 10am to 12noon. 01773 880364.

Twistin’ Tots Belper Community Hall, Bridge Street, Belper. Music & play session for 0-5s, Tuesdays 9.45 to 11.45 and Twistin’ Tinies – Baby bonding & musical fun for 0-18 mths 1.30 to 2.40. Booking essential. Jacqui: 07977 578359

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Umbrella – Parent/Carer’s Support Group Working to improve the quality of life for disabled children and young adults and their families in Derby City and South Derbyshire.

Meet second Thursday in the month, Strutts Building, Derby Rd., Belper DE56 1UU. 10am-12noon. Info: Alisha 01332 785658.

Walking for Health Meet at Babington Clinic, Derby Road, Belper (or occasionally at Belper Train Station) on Wednesday 10am. Free walk led by trained volunteer walk leaders. Call Tor Pitts on 01283 563483 or 07977 439309. Belper Beginners Walk. Meet outside Belper Clinic, Babington Hospital. Wednesdays 2.00pm.

Whitemoor Day Service Adult care - Activities for adults with learning disabilities, at 100 John O’Gaunts Way, Belper. Unit manager Jeannette Simms: 01629 531906 or 07975 707240.

Yoga Classes Whitemoor Medical Centre, Whitemoor Lane, Belper. Tuesday, 5.50pm to 6.50pm. Gentle Yoga, Thursday 9am to 10.30am.

Book with Rachel Jennings: 01332 780580.

Church Contacts St Clement’s Church, Horsley; St Susanna’s Church, Horsley Woodhouse; St Mary’s Church, Denby. Serving the parishes of Horsley, Denby, Horsley Woodhouse, Kilburn and Coxbench.

For all church-based enquiries contact the parish office 01332 880284.

Codnor & Waingroves 3rd Codnor Scouts For girls and boys aged 6-14. All clubs meet at the Old Cricketer’s Bungalow at the side of the Old Welfare, Codnor. Beavers – Tuesdays 5.15pm till 6.30pm. Cubs – Tuesdays 6.45pm till 8.15pm.

Scouts – Fridays 6.30pm till 8.15pm. Ann Cantrill 07817 636232.

Amber Valley Rotary Club Meets Tuesdays 6:45 for 7:00pm at Codnor Castle Inn, Ormonde Fields Golf Centre, Nottingham Road, Codnor. New members are welcome. Please contact us first if you are interested. Contact us on 07850 440001 or by our ‘Contact us’ page on www.rotary-ambervalley.org.uk Codnor & District WI 2nd Tuesday each month, 7.15pm at Methodist Church Hall, Mill Lane, Codnor.

01773 714098.

Derbyshire County Council Children’s Centre – Come Out & Play in Codnor. Peveril House, Codnor. Play and information for families.

Wednesdays 1.30pm-3.00pm. Telephone 01629 532601 or email: ironvillecc@derbyshire.gov.uk Jog Codnor Jog Derbyshire Group. Meets at the Poet & Castle Pub. For all abilities.

Tuesdays at 7pm Contact: Ben 07500 600171 Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language Class Mondays 1.30-2.30pm at Waingroves Community Centre, Church Street, Waingroves DE5 9TX Trish Wright: 07795 554375 or trishw@tinytalk.co.uk

Denby & Kilburn

1st Horsley & Kilburn Brownies Scout Hut, Highfield Road, Kilburn, Wednesday 6.30pm to 8pm.

Call 01332 882535 or 07545 551890 for details.

3rd Horsley & Kilburn Brownies Wednesday 6.30pm to 8pm at Kilburn Methodist Chapel Brown Owl (Trish Rose) 01332 881786

Kyleburn Historical Society Kilburn Baptist Chapel Schoolroom, Highfield Road, Kilburn, every third Thursday, 7.30pm. Speakers. Chairman. Keith Staley: 01332 881853.

Mums & Minis Denby Bottles Church, Danesby Crescent, Tuesdays 10am to 12noon. Mike and Alison James 01773 743104 Probus Club For retired people. Meet at Denby Lodge, Denby on the second Thursday each month at 10.45am. New members welcome.

Mr H Hunt: 01773 570483 Stay ‘n’ Play Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn. Every Thursday 9.15am to 11.15am term time only.

Tae Kwon-do & Self Defence Kilburn Village Hall. Adult & Junior classes Sat: 10.00-12.00noon. Sun 9.30-10.30am Panthers 4-7 yrs Sat: 9.00-10.00am & Wed 5.00-6.00pm Contact Shirley 07779 812468 http://www.progressive-selfdefence.co.uk The Wednesday Club Denby Institute first Wednesday every month. 2.15pm. Betty: 01332 880726.

All welcome.

Walking for Health Meet outside the Bourne Cafe, Denby Pottery Visitor’s Centre. Thursday 9.30am.

Various routes led by trained walk leaders. Contact: 01283 563483.

Whist Drive Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn. Fortnightly on Wednesdays 2pm.

01773 741586

Duffield 1st Duffield Scout Group For boys & girls aged 6 to 14 at Scout HQ, Hall Farm Road, Duffield. Group Scout Leader Alan Hudson: 01332 840377.

Adult Yoga and Meditation Term time only: Mon at Meadows School, Park Road, Duffield . 7pm – 7.30pm Meditation followed by Yoga 7.30 – 9pm. Thurs: Yoga 1.15 – 2.30pm Duffield Scout Hall, Hall Farm Road. Info: Anita 01332 842070.

Amber Painting Group Friendly Art Group meets Fridays 1.45-3.45pm, Methodist Church Hall, King St, Duffield. New members welcome. Tel: 01332 842016.

Derwent Valley Training Band Music Block, Ecclesbourne School, Mondays 5.45pm to 6.30pm for brass and wind players all ages, from beginners to Grade 3. Kath Hoblyn: 01332 840405.

Derwent Valley Wind Band Concert Hall, Ecclesbourne School, term time only on Mondays 6.45pm 8.15pm. For brass and wind players of all ages. Grade 3 and above.

Tony Rawcliffe 01332 841501.

Duffield and District Bowling Club Meet at Milford Bowling Green behind Nealies. Paul Greenwood: 01332 840478 or e-mail greenwoodpaul@hotmail.co.uk New members welcome.

Duffield Art Group Weston Centre, Tamworth Street, Duffield, every Friday 2pm.

New members welcome. Sylvia Owen: 01773 824534.

Duffield Baby and Toddler Group Playgroup for babies and pre-school children, every Wednesday 9.30-11am, Duffield Methodist Church, King Street.

1st Horsley & Kilburn Rainbows St Clements Church, Church St, Horsley Thurs 6.00pm – 7.00pm. Contact Sarah 07454224088

Duffield Gardening Club Weston Centre, Tamworth Street, Duffield. First Saturday each month, 10am. Slide shows, outings, activities, coffee. Chairperson Sandra Dare 01332 841658

1st Horsley & Kilburn Scout Group For boys & girls aged 6 to 14 at Scout HQ, Highfield Rd, Kilburn.

Contact: Richard Ward, 01773 857232 or 07795 420505.

Duffield Pre-school Duffield Meadows School, Mon-Fri. For children aged 2yrs to school age.

Thur & Fri lunch club. Contact: 07955 168892 or www.duffieldpreschool.co.uk

Chatterbox Café Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn, every second Friday, 10am to midday, in conjunction with Mobile Library sited on car park.

Coffee, cakes; relax, chat or read. Enid: 01332 780486.

Duffield Singers Friendly community choir. Meet every Wednesday at St Margaret’s Church, Hall Farm Road, Duffield at 7.45pm. New members welcome, bass, tenor, alto & soprano voices www.facebook.com/theduffieldsingers2014

Denby Footpaths Group Maintenance and preservation of local footpaths; community walks, circular routes. Jane: 01332 781305, or e-mail denby-footpaths-group@hotmail.co.uk

Duffield Tae Kwon-Do School Duffield Meadows School, on Mondays 4.50pm to 6.20pm and on Fridays 4.50pm to 6.20pm. New beginner children’s classes from aged 4 upwards. 4th dan, Karl Duro: 07946 593363.

Intermediate Adults Dance Classes Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn.

Latin American and Ballroom, Thursdays 7.30pm to 8.30pm.

Patricia Cooke: 01332 660837.

Families at Four St Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Church Hall, every 4th Sunday 4pm. Games, stories and songs for families. 01332 840536.

Kilburn Christian Fellowship Meet in Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn, 5pm to 6pm on the second Sunday of each month, refreshments.

All ages welcome. Godfrey: 01332 781200

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Kilburn Striders Jog Derbyshire Group.

Meets at car park opposite Pickford Gardens. For all abilities.

Meets at various times. Please call Ross for details. Ross: 07791 683056

Kilburn Community Choir A time of singing and fun, no experience needed. Hunters Arms, Kilburn.

1st & 3rd Thursdays from 7-8.30pm. Info: Cathy 07986 450580.

Kilburn Life Group 8 Sitwell Drive, Kilburn. 10am to 11.30am first and third Wednesday of month. Discuss issues on life matters. Cynthia: 01332 882713.

Fusion Club for 5 to 11-year-olds at Emmanuel Christian Centre, 32 Chapel Street, Sundays 11am to 12noon. Parents welcome to stay.

Family service first Sunday every month.

Ignition St Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Hall every Tuesday night during term time from 7.30pm to 9pm for school years 10 to 13. 01332 840536.

Impact St Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Hall, every Monday night during term time from 7pm to 8.30pm for school years 7 to 9. 01332 840536.

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Kick Fit and Abs Blast Duffield Meadows Junior School – aerobic and conditioning classes.

Kick Fit on Wednesdays 6.30pm to 7.30pm, £3.50. Abs Blast on Wednesdays 7.30pm to 7.55pm, £2. Or both for £5.

Matt Elliott: 07971 923248 or e-mail mattelliott@live.com

1st Sitwell Scout Group For cubs aged 7 ½ to 11. Meet every Weds 6.30-8pm.

Sitwell Scout HQ off Church Lane, Horsley Woodhouse DE7 6AW. Other sections to open soon. Info: www.1stsitwellscoutgroup.co.uk, Email: Cubs@1stsitwellscoutgroup.co.uk

MASSIVE – Youth Drop-In Centre Emmanuel Community Church, Chapel Street, Duffield.

Fridays 4.00pm-6.00pm (School years 7-9) 7.00pm-10.00pm (School years 10+) Contact Will Leech – 01332 841386.

Dance Night Horsley Woodhouse Church Hall, Main Street. Every Monday 7.00pm, Line Dancing with Megan; and at 8.15pm.

Eric: 01332 881566 or 07790 863997

Messy Church Methodist Church, King Street, Duffield, first Sunday of the month 10.30am - 11.15am. Bible stories, crafts, fun and activities for children of all ages. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Coleen 01332 841788.

Horsley Woodhouse Joggers Meet at the church hall, Horsley Woodhouse 7.00pm Thursdays. £2 per session. Beginners group for new or returning joggers.

Contact: Sam Draper 07891 571488.

Music at Duffield Non-profit making music society and registered charity.

Info: www.musicatduffield.com

Horsley Woodhouse Pre-School Methodist Church Hall, Main Street. Term Time: Under 3’s Monday & Wednesday 1.00pm to 3.30pm. Over 3’s Monday to Friday 9.15am to 12.15pm. Call 07969 964842 during opening hours.

Seedlings Toddler Group at Emmanuel Community Church Chapel Street, Duffield Tuesdays 9.30 –11.30am (term time) email: seedlings.duffield@hotmail.co.uk

Horsley Woodhouse Royal British Legion Horsley Woodhouse Over 60’s Club meets in the hall, alternate Tuesdays at 2pm. Bingo, dominoes and cards. Outings for members at regular intervals. Subs £8 per year. Come and join our friendly group.

Call Don 01332 881379.

Songs of Praise St Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Hall, 1st Monday every month at 2pm.

Service with traditional hymns, short talk, and cream tea. 01332 840536.

Sparks St Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Church Hall, every 1st Sunday 10am for Primary School aged children. Songs, stories, games and meet Sparky.

01332 840536.

The Duffield Club Private members snooker/social club at 13 Town Street, Duffield.

Call Glyn: 07739 190976 Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language Class Wednesdays 10-11am at The Scout Hut, Duffield.

Becci Davies: beccid@tinytalk.co.uk ‘Tra La La’ Singing & story sessions.

Thurs mornings – age appropriate groups upstairs at The Pattenmakers Arms.

Info Clare: 07932 815668 Email: tralala2013@hotmail.co.uk Who Let The Dads Out! Toddler Group for Dads, Grandads and male carers and their under 4’s. Every 2nd Saturday in the month at Duffield Baptist Church, Makeney Road. DE56 4BD. 9 am – 10.30am. Enq: Robin Merrifield susa1@live.com , www.debc. org.uk 01335 372039.

Yoga with Tabitha Tuesdays 1-2pm (term time only) Duffield Squash Club A Yoga class for all levels. Contact me to secure a place – 07957 387333

Holbrook 1st Holbrook Scout Group Beavers, Cubs and Scout Group. Meet at Arkwright Hall, Moorside Lane, Holbrook. Leader Mark Hudson: 01773 827083.

Drumming Group Meets last Fri of month (may differ) 7pm – 9.30pm at The Arkwright Hall, Moorside Lane, Holbrook.

Contact Pat Dunnicliffe or Del Woods on 01332 880984 email:dunnwooddrums@live.com Info: www.dunnwooddrums.com Holbrook Baby & Toddler Group Holbrook Methodist Church, Moorside Lane, Holbrook. Fridays 9.15am to 11.15am, term time. £2 per family. Rosemary Woodward: 07795 602478 Holbrook Friendship Club First Thursday of every month. 2pm -4pm at the Sports and Social Club, Shaw Lane, Holbrook. Call David Robinson for more information 01773 828304 Holbrook Garden Group Holbrook Moor Methodist Church, Moorside Lane, Holbrook, third Monday each month, 7.30pm. All welcome. David Skelton: 01332 881221.

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Jog Duffield Jog Derbyshire group. Meets at Eyes Meadow. All abilities welcome.

Monday 6pm, Tuesday 9.30am and Thursday 6pm. Contact Julie 07934 494121

Orchard Group Dominoes, Scrabble, and Whist at Orchard Community Centre, off Fairfield Road, alternate Tuesdays 2pm. 01332 883240.

Over 55’s Gentle Exercise Class Horsley Woodhouse Church Hall, Main Street. Every Wednesday 1.30pm to 2.30pm. Pauline Clarke: 01773 712829 or Eric 01332 881566 Tae Kwon-Do Practical Self Defence Horsley Woodhouse Church Hall, Adult & Junior Classes, Tuesday 6.30-8.30pm.

Contact Shirley 07779 812468 http://www.progressive-selfdefence.co.uk Walking for Health Meet outside the Working Men’s Club, Main Street, Horsley Woodhouse, 9.45am on Wednesdays. Free walk led by trained volunteer walk leaders; 2 to 3 miles long, though fields. Call Tor Pitts on 01283 563483 or 07977 439309.

Whist Drive British Legion Hall, Main Street, Horsley Woodhouse, every Friday 7.30pm.

Malcolm Parkin 01332 880160.

Little Eaton Adult Yoga Little Eaton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Little Eaton, DE21 5EA; Wednesday 7.45pm to 9pm, term time only. Anita: 01332 842070.

Baby Sensory Baby development classes at Little Eaton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Little Eaton.

Meet every Tuesday 10am to 11am. Call Claire 07967 485855 to book your free trial visit.

Fitness Training Fast Fitness, Little Eaton Park, Mondays 6-6.30pm, £2.50 Circuit Training, Little Eaton Village Hall, Thursdays 6-7pm, £5.00 Contact: Ailsa Waters 07929 610558 Little Eaton Crown Green Bowling Club St Peter’s Park, Vicarage Lane. Valerie Kaye: 01332 834389 or Maurice Walkerdine: 01332 880168.

Little Eaton Dance School Little Eaton Village Hall, Little Eaton Park. Meet Saturdays, children 2 and over. Fun classes in ballet, tap, modern, jazz and acrobatic dance.

Julie Law: 01332 835392 or 07815 564096.

Little Eaton Gardening Club Meet at the Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, DE21 5EA every 3rd Wednesday evening of month 7-9pm. (Autumn & Winter) Excursions during summer months & December event. Visitors welcome. Info: Moira Hutchison 01332 831966.

Little Eaton Jog Derbyshire Group Meet under Village Hall balcony. For all abilities.

Tuesdays 7pm. Fridays 9:15am (during school term time) Saturdays 8:15am Lesley Crane 07973 440589 lesley1crane@gmail.com

Holbrook Miners Welfare Bowls Club Holbrook Miners Welfare Club Shaw Lane, Holbrook.

Details from Sharon Stevens: 01332 781403.

Little Eaton Lawn Tennis Club St Peter’s Park, Vicarage Lane, Little Eaton. 3 hard courts, open all year.

New members welcome. Visit www.littleeatontennisclub.co.uk for application form.

Holbrook WI Arkwright Hall, Moorside Lane, Holbrook, first Wednesday each month. 7.30pm. Lilian Phipps: 01332 881419.

Little Eaton Players Amateur dramatic group staging several events a year. Rehearsals on Thursdays at Little Eaton OAP Hall, Barley Close, Little Eaton, 7pm. Steve 07970 969874 or littleeatonplayers@hotmail.co.uk

Horsley & Coxbench Horsley & Coxbench WI Horsley Village Hall, Church Street, Horsley, second Monday each month. 7.15pm. Tel: Janet 01332 883466.

Horsley Over 60’s Club Horsley Village Hall, Church Street, Horsley, alternate Tuesdays 2pm to 4pm. Secretary Betty Holloway: 01332 880726.

Ladies Night Informal evenings with talks, crafts and social events every 3rd Tuesday 7.45 pm, in Horsley Village Hall Church Street, Horsley. 01332 881025 or 01773 741977

Little Eaton Playschool United Reformed Church, Alfreton Road, Little Eaton. Sessional play, care and learning. Monday to Friday for children 2 years to school age.

Free funded places for 3 year olds. New play area and large garden.

07887 990783 or www.littleeatonplayschool.co.uk Little Eaton WI Second Wednesday of the month in the Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Little Eaton. 7.30pm. President Barbara Adams 01332 832267. or secretaryMarian Ford 01332 840628.

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Minds of Little Eaton OAP Hall, on Barley Close, Little Eaton, every Thursday 10am to 12noon. Groups and agency talks, confidence-building, quizzes, art/ crafts, local walks, visits. Contact Sandra Tilling or Jenny Godfrey: (0115) 9308696. 50p donations for entry.

Smalley Art Group Smalley Art Group Draw and paint at Smalley Institute, 79 Main Road, Smalley, every Tuesday 10am-12 noon, 1.15-3.15pm and 7-9pm. Wednesday 10am – 12 noon. Joining details from Jean Ross 01332 781319.

OAP Hall Barley Close, Little Eaton. £7.50 per hour for hire. Screen is available for slide shows. OAP coffee morning, first Wednesday every month, 10am; Whist Drive, Thursdays 2pm to 4pm; OAP Keep Fit, Fridays.

Susan: 01332 832577.

Smalley Lawn Tennis Club Off Dobholes Lane, next to cricket ground. Membership forms at Bell Inn, Smalley or Flower Shop, Horsley Woodhouse. New members welcome.

Visit www.smalleytennis.net

The Friends in Harmony Choir Rehearse at Parish Rooms, Vicarage Road, Little Eaton, Tuesdays 7.30pm to 9pm. New singers welcome.

Conductor Barbara Lowe: 01332 833861.

The Village Pre-school Little Eaton At the new Little Eaton Village Hall, St Peter’s Park. Mon-Fri & all day on Mondays and Wednesdays. “Pop In” for Carers & under 5’s Fri am. Freeflow indoor and outdoor play.

07890 028346, 01332 834555 www.levillagepreschool.co.uk Twistin’ Tots Little Eaton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane.Wednesdays 1.30pm – 2.30pm, Music session for babies 0 to 5 years. Jacqui: 07977 578359.

Youth Club New Village Hall, Little Eaton. Every Friday 4.30pm-6.30pm for Year 7 to school leavers. Chill out and have fun with friends.

Snacks available. Helen 07970 767667

Milford Amber Valley Tai Chi Chuan Kawagishidojo (formerly the Riverside Garden Centre) Milford. Tuesdays 6.30-8pm. Info: www.ambervalleytaichichuan.co.uk or 01332 890460.

Chevin Road Baptist Chapel Sundays 10.30-11.30am, Junior Church and coffee. Wednesday Club, various speakers alternate weeks. Thursday: Bible Study 7.30pm.

Friday: monthly Coffee Mornings. Modern Interior, disabled friendly.

New toilet and outside platform lift.

Info: 01773 821965.

Derbyshire Archery Club Meet at the archery field behind Nealies at Milford. Shooting on Wednesday and Friday nights at 6.30pm. Regular Tournaments at Kedleston Hall in summer.

Beginners Courses start in May. Information on dacarchers.co.uk or phone Ray Lunn on 01773 825184.

Midas After-School Club Milford Primary School, Chevin Road. Mondays to Fridays 3.30pm to 6pm.

Diana Lawday: 01332 842913.

Milford & Makeney WI Meet at Holy Trinity Church Hall, A6 Milford, on first Monday afternoon of the month at 2pm.

Jo: 01773 825478.

Milford Pre-School Milford Primary School, Chevin Road, Mondays to Fridays 9am to 12noon, funded sessions for 3 to 5-year-olds; Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm to 3pm for 2 to 3-year-olds.

Diana Lawday: 01332 842913.

Morley & Smalley Morley Book Club Informal meetings every four to six weeks.

Details from Beryl Toms: 01332 880107.

Morley WI Morley Hayes, Main Road, Morley, 2nd Tues each month. 7.30pm Contact Pam: 01332 664587 Poems for Pleasure WEA class meet at Baptist Church, Main Road, Smalley. 11-week course, from Wednesday September 30 to December 9, 10am to 12noon.

Secretary Wyn Harvey: 01332 880013.

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Smalley Mothers Union Meets at Stainsby Lodge, Smalley on 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2pm.

Contact Jan: 01332 880530.

Smalley WI Church Hall, Main Road, Smalley, on third Thursday each month, 7.15pm. Secretary Ann Upton: 01773 715800.

Ripley 1st Ripley Scout Group Cubs, Beavers, Scouts 6/14 years for boys and girls. To join call group scout leader, Ron Ashton on 01773 745420 www.1stRipleyScouts.org 4th Ripley Rainbows For girls 5-7 years; 5pm to 6pm on Thursdays at The Guide Hut, Outram Street, Ripley.

Call April on 01773 742740.

Allsorts Activities for 0 to 5-year-olds. Free group on Thursdays 10.15am to 11.15am at Salvation Army Church, Heath Road.

Further details: 01629 533900 Alphabet Childminding Group Meet at Denby Institute and Ripley Children’s Centre. Childminders wishing to join the group can call Marion on 07952 798808, Claire 07891 956715, Trina 07875 142583.

Amber Valley Access Group Contact Keith Boot 07980 591801.

Email info@avag.org.uk www.avag.org.uk Amber Valley Camcorder Club Marehay Miners Welfare, Derby Road, Ripley, meet alternate Tuesdays 7.45pm from September to June.

Geoff Thompson: 01773 748559.

Amber Valley CVS Volunteers needed to work with various organisations. Supports older people, families, children, helps and supports local groups giving advice on funding, as well as offering training, facilities and resources.

Further details: 01773 512076.

Amber Valley Stroke Group Meet alternate Fridays at St Joseph’s Hall, Butterley Hill, Ripley.

Supporting stroke survivors. Call Mary 01773 747813.

Amber Valley Talking Newspaper People who have difficulty reading can receive tapes of local news (weekly) and magazines (monthly) free of charge. Info: Ellen Hughes 01773 608954.

Breastfeeding Support Group Free group for breastfeeding mums & mums to be interested in breastfeeding.

Thurs 1.00 – 2.30, Ripley Children’s Centre, Sandham Lane, Ripley.

Info: 01629 533900.

British Red Cross First Aid Group Salvation Army, Heath Road, every Thursday at 7.30pm.

First Aid training to support Event First Aid. Adele Gregory: 01629 593329, e-mail Agregory@ redcross.org.uk or visit: www.redcross.org.uk/volunteering Centre Stage Theatre Arts Dance, drama and singing for young people 5 to 18. Every Thursday evening during term time, at Mill Hill School, Ripley. Call 01332 232940 or email enquiries@csta.org.uk for details.

Disability Derbyshire Join our support group for people suffering from depression and anxiety.

Last Tues of each month 10.30am-12noon. Field Terrace Community Room, Ripley. Info & attendance confirmation: Disability Derbyshire 01773 740246.

Friendship Circle Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley, every Thursday 10am to 12noon.

Ripley Poetry Reading Group Meet at Ripley Library, Grosvenor Road, Ripley, twice monthly, Thursday afternoons, 2pm to 4pm. Janet Dawson 01773 513247.

Hearing Help (AV) Social group every 3rd Wednesday 11.45am-2.30pm. Lip Reading Group every Friday 10am-12pm. At 156 Derby Road, Ripley.

01773 570976.

Ripley Recorded Music Society Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. Meet twice a month, Thursday evening at 7.30pm until 9.30pm. To promote interest in an appreciation of classical music through the recording medium. Concert visits & Christmas social. Contact Bob Astill, Secretary (01773) 714368. www.thefrms.co.uk/affprogs/ripley.htm

Little Rascals A play session for parents under 25 and their children. Support and advice available if needed. Tues 1.30pm-2.45pm. (Term time only) Ripley Children’s Centre, Sandham Lane, Ripley. 01629 533900 Messy Mondays Come along & get messy. Free group for children to explore & experiment with new textures & experiences. Mons 10.15am-11.15am, Wood Street Methodist Church. 01629 533900. Please wear old clothes.

Moorwood Moor Angling Club Ponds on Inns Lane, South Wingfield, daily 6am to 10pm. More details on membership, and junior teach-in sessions from John and Kath: 01773 746486 Musical Dimension Singing group available for bookings – all monies raised donated to local charities. Practice nights Tuesdays 7.30pm at Marehay Methodist Chapel, Ripley.

Call 01773 742017 for details and to book or visit www.musicaldimension.co.uk Ripley (Amber Valley) Lions Club Meet every first Monday of the month at the Kestrel Inn, Marehay, 8pm.

Geoff Bacon: 01773 608786.

Ripley Absolute Beginners Jog Group Meet Ripley Leisure Centre 9.00am Saturday mornings.

Email: jogripley@hotmail.co.uk or Tel Ryan 07854 035770.

Ripley Amateur Drama Group Meet every Mon at Mill Hill School. 7.30pm – 9.30pm.

Info: Terry Thorpe 01773 743471 Ripley and District Gardening Club Every third Saturday at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley 3pm to 5pm. New members very welcome.

Ripley & District Twinning Association Twinned with Chateau Renault, France. Monthly meetings.

Details from Roland: 01773 746543.

Ripley & District U3A Monthly meetings at St Joseph’s Church Hall, Butterley Hill, Ripley. Dates vary. Many different interests catered for.

Call Tony 07773 897621.

Ripley Cadets Parade on Monday & Thursday 18.45-21.00 at the Cadet Centre, Mill Hill School. Open to all young people 12-18. Contact: Jo Moody 0785 2102104 Ripley Green Garters Ladies North West Morris Dance Team meet every Tuesday at St Joseph’s Church Hall, Butterley Hill, Ripley, 7.30pm to 9.30pm.

Dancers and musicians welcome. 01773 743560.

Ripley Hospital League of Friends Ripley Hospital, second Thursday of the month at 7.30pm. To raise funds for the health, welfare and comfort of patients and staff.

Mrs Phyllis Holmes: 01773 747355 Ripley Ladies Group Meet 1st Tuesday of every month 7.30pm at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. New members very welcome.

Contact Gill 01773 744580.

Ripley Leisure Centre Badminton Club Meet Thursdays 7.30pm – 10.30pm at Ripley Leisure Centre.

Players of a club or local league standard are welcome.

Ladies, Mens & Mixed teams. Info: Kay 01332 883622 Ripley Memory Cafe Third Thursday of each month 2-4pm, Field Terrace Community Room, Off Slack Ln., DE5 3HL. (Opp. Co-op) Info: Helen Aldridge 01332 208845 or email derbyshire@alzheimers.org.uk Ripley Morris Men Male Cotswold Morris Side, meet every Thursday at Fritchley Church Hall, Fritchley, 8pm to 10pm. New and experienced dancers and musicians welcome. 01773 743560.

Ripley Rotary Club Meet Tuesdays 6:40 for 7pm at Lumb Farm Country Club, Derby Road, Marehay, Ripley. New members welcome.

Contact Secretary on 01773 747415 or email: ripleyrotaryclub@aol.com

Little Black Book

Greenhillock’s Fellowship Club for over 50’s. Wood Street Methodist Church, Ripley, Wednesdays 2pm to 3.30pm. Quality entertainment, speakers, social afternoons, quizzes, day trips. David: 01773 423854.

Ripley Royal British Legion Branch 3669 Meet first Thursday of every month at The Sir Barnes Wallis, Maple Avenue, Ripley. 7.30-9.00pm. All welcome.

Info: Chair Dean Fowler 07966 442387 or email dean.fowler1@btinternet.com Ripley Running Club Meet at Ripley Leisure Centre, Derby Road, Ripley every Tuesday at 6.45pm Runners of all abilities welcome. More info: Eleanor Robinson on 01773 541950, or mail@ripleyrunningclub.com www.ripleyrunningclub.com Ripley School of Dancing Marehay Miners Welfare, Derby Road, Marehay, Ripley. Ballroom, Latin American & Classical. Children’s class Saturday 9.45am - 11am.

Adults practice/tuition class Monday 7.30pm – 8.30pm. Private lessons by appointment: Brenda Jackson 01773 749948.

Ripley Tuesday Club Club for over 60’s. Meet every Tues, 2-4 pm at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. Speakers, Bingo, other events and days out. All welcome.

Contact Eileen Towndrow 01773 741329.

Ripley WI Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. 2nd Thursday every month at 7pm.

Contact: Christine Byard 01773 745170.

Tae Kwon-Do Classes Ripley Infants School, Kirk Close, Ripley DE5 3RY. Tues & Fri at 6pm.

David: 01773 744031.

The Ripley Art Group Meet every Weds at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. 2pm-4pm.

For retired people. New members welcome. Info: Jeff Barber 01773 570255.

Twistin’ Tots Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind Est, Ripley. Music session for 0-5s, Fridays 9.30 to 10.30 and 11 to 12. Jacqui: 07977 578359 Unicorns Support group for parents & carers of children with additional or complex needs or disabilities. 2nd Weds of month. 1.15pm-2.45pm, Ripley Children’s Centre. Tel: 01629 533900.

WaistWise Free NHS Weight Management Service, available throughout Amber Valley all year round. To find your nearest one call Derbyshire Health Promotion Service on 01246 868468.

Wood Street Toddler Group Ripley Methodist Church, Wood Street, Ripley. Tuesdays 9.30am to 11.15am (term time only). Come for a coffee, chat and a play. All welcome. 0-5 years.

Sue 01773 570364.

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Accountant: Amber Accountancy Adoption Service: Family Care Aerials: ADI Communications Aerials: AMC Aerials Airport Transfers: Connect Cars Airport Transfers: Holbrook Travel Alarms: ALW Security Animal Welfare: The Cat’s Protection League Architect: Green 2K Design Architect: Pilkington Architecture

10 15 41 44 16 16 44 21 50 68

Ballet for Babies: Baby Ballet 76 Beauty: Elle Vie 30 Beauty: Prestige 31 Bedrooms: Contour Furnishings 56 Blinds: UK Blinds 58 Building Work: Bennett Construction 45 Building Work: Bricklaying Services of Belper 42 Building Work: David James 56 Building Work: Little Job Building Co 51 Building Work: JJN 62 Building Work: Peak Building 58 Building Work: Quality Tradesmen 63 Building Work: W4W 61 Car Body Repairs: B A Kelf Car Body Repairs: ChipsAway Car Body Repairs: Martin Buxton Car Servicing Repairs (Mobile): JB Motor Services Car Servicing Repairs: Little Eaton Garage Car Servicing Repairs: Marehay Vauxhall Care Home: Ashmere Care Homes Carer Services: Amber Valley Total Care Carpet/Upholstery Cleaning: Jonelle Carpets & Flooring: Ian Wilson Carpets & Flooring: K A Flooring Carpets & Flooring: T Nutt & Sons Catering: The Orange Food Box Company Children’s Soft Play Centre: Planet Happy Chimney Sweep: Sooty & Sweep Cleaning: AM Cleaning Services Cleaning: Lindsay Phillips Property Care Coal Merchant: Signal Fuels Computer Repairs: Computer Repair 4 U Courier Service: DWMS Ltd Craft Activities: Crafts Cornucopia

36 38 36 38 38 39 85 83 4 52 60 7 26 73 4 4 4 41 10 6 21

Dentures: Amber Technology Dog Walking/Pet Sitting: Belper Buddies Driveways: Amber Valley Driveways Driving School: Pass with Paula

30 16 40 39

Education: Derby Grammar School 75 Electrician: A Hallam 65 Electrician: Andy Hill 48 Electrician: C Orton Electrical 52 Electrician: Darren Blagg 44 Electrician: David Devenport 43 Electrician: JSP Electrical 61 Electrician: Karl Chamberlain 42 Electrician: Sandbed 50 Electrician: TME Electrical 41 Employment Advice: Peak Employee Support 10 Estate Agent: Hall & Benson 3 Estate Agent: IMS 2 Events: Cromford Mill 13 Financial Advice: Belper IFS 12 Florist: Floraline 78 Foot Health: Amber Feet 29 Foot Health: Foundation Footcare 30

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Garden Machinery Repairs & Sales: Easy Service & Sales Garden & Property Services: Guys Garden & Property Services Garden & Property Services: Jaam Properties

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Hair Salon: Elle Vie Hair Salon: Limes Hair Salon: Prestige

30 34 31

60 42

Insurance: Protheroe Insurance

41

Jewellery Workshop: Daisy May

14

Kitchens: Holtams 47 Ladies Wear: Kiss & Make Up Landscaping Services: David A Ball Landscaping Services: Langley Landscaping Services Ltd Loft Ladders: More Than Loft Ladders Log Supplies: Clive Stone Log Supplies: Premier Log Supplies Log Supplies: Signal Fuels

13 51 55 46 43 48 41

Make up Shop: Kiss & Make Up Mobility Store: DMS (Derby Mobility Services)

13 39

Optician: Vision Express Oven Cleaning: Oven Rescue Derby Oven Cleaning: The Oven Cleaning Co

95 58 4

Painting & Decorating: Roy Milner 49 Paving: WB Paving 46 Personal Trainer: Alex Robinson 35 Pest Control: Vista Environmental 64 Piano Lessons: Bridget Marshall 74 Plastering: S Beresford 44 Plastering: Claxton Plastering 60 Plastering: Palmac 60 Plumbing & Heating: Belper Plumbing & Heating 42 Plumbing & Heating: Huckle 59 Plumbing & Heating: Ian Foster 49 Plumbing & Heating: Leeva 53 Plumbing & Heating: MDA 60 Plumbing & Heating: Paulson 51 Plumbing & Heating: RK 65 Plumbing & Heating: Scott 58 Plumbing & Heating: Verisafe 40 Property Maintenance: Clear Exterior 57 Property Maintenance: Derby Energy Solutions 62 Public House: Denby Lodge 25 Public House: Marquis of Ormonde 23 Restaurant: Angelo’s 25 Restaurant: Denby Lodge 25 Restaurant: Marquis of Ormonde 23 Retirement Homes: Richmond Retirement Homes 77 Roofing Specialist: Bill Kiely Roofing 56 Roofing Specialist: S L Beresford 48 Security: Prestige 42 Solicitors: Ellis, Fermor & Negus 8 Solicitors: Killingworth & Parrott 9 Solicitors: Shacklocks 11 Sports Massage: The Derby Therapist 34 Taxi: Holbrook Travel Tiling: KG Bennett Tiling: Wayne Shooter Tree Care: Amber Tree Management Tree Care: Clip ‘Em & Fell ‘Em Tree Care: Derbyshire Tree Services Tree Care: Greg Long Tree Care: Guys Garden & Property Services Tyres & Exhausts: ETS

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Van & Driver: Dan with a Van Visitor Centre: Denby Pottery

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Wedding Dresses: Bella-Brides Bridal Studio Windows, Doors, Conservatories: C J Fullwood Windows, Doors, Conservatories: JJL Double Glazing Windows, Doors, Conservatories: Smartglaze Windows, Doors, Conservatories: Trade Windows Window Repairs: Double Glazing Doctor Windows - Replacement Glass: Cloudy2Clear Windows - Replacement Glass: Glass X

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