All Things Local Belper Edition - December 2014/January 2015

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WISHING ALL OUR READERS A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR! Packed full of useful information and local advertisers

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Win a 2 Course Sunday Lunch for 2 at Ravello Italian Fine Dining Restaurant in Derby Win a bottle of Champagne FREE FLOWERS – Nominate someone deserving!

Please call in for a FREE garment brochure

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Hello readers and welcome to the Christmas/ New Year edition.

ADVERTISEMENT BOOKING DEADLINE FOR FEBRUARY/MARCH 2015 IS FRIDAY 2 JANUARY 2015.

Have you done all your Christmas shopping yet?

I always like to be organised well in advance, which is a far cry from my younger days when everything was very much last minute! We are lucky to live in an area with an abundance of local shops, restaurants and salons – all offering a delightful array of gift ideas and vouchers. If you can support local businesses whenever possible, in turn you’ll be contributing to the strength of our local economy.

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Winners’ Corner

As we near the end of another year, I’d like to pass on my thanks to you for continuing to read this little magazine and once again a massive “thank you” to my fabulous team of distributors & distribution coordinators who work so hard (in all weather conditions) to ensure you receive your regular copy of All Things Local.

CONGRATULATIONS Michael Austin of Belper who has won a bottle of Champagne

The regular Prize Crossword is in its normal spot on page 6. Many thanks to the newly-opened Ravello Italian Fine Dining Restaurant for providing a 2 course Sunday Lunch for 2 people.

CONGRATULATIONS Linda Hunt of Kilburn who has won a Sunday Carvery for 4 at The Marquis of Ormonde

I’ll see you all again next year and wish you all a happy Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous New Year!

Bye for now.

Karyn

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Karyn Milner, Publisher/Editor

Competitions & Puzzles Prize crossword – Win a 2 course Sunday Lunch for 2 at Ravello Italian Fine Dining Restaurant Children’s Puzzles

Friendship Blooms – FREE FLOWERS! Champagne Sudoku

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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL Business & Professional Legal Matters Shacklocks Solicitors there must be evidence that the care received fell

Legal Matters: Let down by a medical professional? We’re here to help…

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 future generations.

Making a Will is a serious business. It is a time which gives many people cause to stop and think about how they want to be Andrew Newton, Solicitor in Shacklocks LLP’s remembered when they are gone.

Medical Negligence Team, discusses how Many people attracted by the idea of Shacklocks canare help if you feel let down by doing something to help less medical professionals whoothers have treated you or than themselves after they pass afortunate loved one.

away, particularly if their family are adequately provided for or if they have no Many of us will need medical treatment of some close family. Whilst some still like the idea kind during our lifetime and whencharities, we do, we place of supporting major national there our in who the medical responsible aretrust many prefer professionals to benefit more local for our care.

On most occasions will causes or causes close to theireverything heart, possibly go well, they but ifhave you or a loved one have suffered as where had a personal involvement aor result of poor care from doctors, received support during theirhospital lifetime.staff, or other healthcare professionals you may have grounds for athat claimour for team medical negligence.

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We can help at this very charitable trusts over the 150 yearsfirst or stage so weto ensure that your claim gets offwe to the start. have been in business and stillstrongest look after those trusts today. One of the charitable What happens next? trusts we look after, for example, was established by a will in the 1940’s to provide Inaccommodation order to pursue afor claim for medical negligence elderly residents.

below that which could reasonably be expected and thatyears you have result. In some cases, 70 latersuffered the trustasisa still the professionals involved in your care may admit providing that accommodation. this during the course of the complaints process, but in most cases it will be necessary Another of the trusts we look to obtain an expert opinion from after was set an upindependent by a client medical professional, whichwanted we will to arrange. who help people with particular medical conditions.

Her kindness If the independent expert ishas supportive of your case, enabled her trustees tothe provide we will proceed to fight case on your behalf, in financial support a gifted most cases on a ‘notowin no fee’ basis, with a view to young musician who has obtaining compensation forexperienced your pain andasuffering number of health that have interfered and for any financialissues loss you have incurred, such as with her education, to require enable further that child to lost earnings.

If you still treatment be educated in the at that stage, we can most often appropriate also help to arrange that environment. for you, getting you back on the road to recovery as quickly as possible.

A Charitable Trust can be set up either during your lifetime with savings and Andrew Newton, negligence Solicitor at investments built medical up already, or alternatively Shacklocks said “There are strict time limits through a specially prepared Will that willfor pursuing claim and so it is important toand seek advice only takeaeffect following your death quickly and from medical negligence will therefore nota specialist deprive you of capital or solicitor.during You canyour rest lifetime. assured that our Medical income Negligence Team has the knowledge and expertise to guide the claim Our teamyou at through Shacklocks have process.” a particular speciality in preparing arrangements of this kind and of actingabout as professional If you arealso concerned medical treatment trustees toreceived, enable wishes be that fulfilled and you have or youtofeel a loved instructions be followed. one was letto down by a medical professional, contact Andrew Newton, Solicitor and Ifaccredited you are thinking supporting charities Senior of Litigator member of the through yourofWill or during your lifetimefor a Association Personal Injury Lawyers with lumpconsultation sum, why not to us aboutor free ainitial ontalk 01773 822333 the different ways in which we can help you email andrewn@shacklocks.co.uk benefit those good causes, and how to make the most of the tax rules that enable a charitable cause to benefit.

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Money Matters: A Year of Change As another year ends we can reflect on the past and consider our future. Time stands still for no man, especially for the Chancellor, George Osborne. 2014 has been a landmark year for pension reform with significant changes that will affect us all.

The Budget in March delivered a positively shocking change to how we may use our pension funds, effectively unlocking retirement funds to be drawn in whichever shape you want.

Prior to the revelations, historically in Britain we retired and bought a form of annuity with our pension fund.

Once the annuity was purchased, that was that. The rate and type of annuity you bought was a binding decision and that annuity would pay a lifetime income until you passed away.

Osborne delivered the news that pension investors in investment-linked schemes could, with effect from April 2015, draw the funds down from their pension fund without ever committing to buying an annuity, even as a lump sum. The key was offering levels of flexibility not seen previously in the pension environment. Talk of taking your pension fund and treating yourself to a new Lamborghini at retirement littered the newspapers, but then the dust settled.

The industry and public reflected.

Drawing the pension in such extravagant ways needed to be considered more closely. Typically, only the first 25% of the fund was tax free. The remaining 75% would be taxable at your highest rate of income tax.

For some, 45% of their pot could be lost through paying tax to the ‘generous’ Mr Osborne.

But what if you had bought the Lamborghini? Could you continue to afford the petrol to run it? The new flexibility means that ensuring the pension fund does not run dry before you pass this mortal coil could prove a very tricky budgeting and balancing act. More than ever, you will need to monitor the fund as you drawdown your retirement income. So perhaps an annuity may still be attractive as they guarantee not to run out before you do!

Then in October, Osborne announced another highly attractive bombshell meaning the tax payable upon death for pension funds already in drawdown was to be abolished (currently 55% income tax). Pension drawdown as a retirement option looked even more attractive as it would enable people to pass on their unused pension funds to family members if they passed away prior to aged 75.

And so, to 2015. Choosing the right option at retirement with your hard-earned pension fund looks even more important than ever. Something to think about as you enjoy Christmas, and thoughts for the New Year!

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The Better Life Eggs-it Strategy A pair of hybrid chickens, Sweet Pea (Rhode Island/Maran) and Pepperami (Rhode Island/ Plymouth Rock), hardly qualifies as a flock.

Even so, two eggs a day, almost every day, soon leads to an eggcess. And, while neighbours sometimes buy a box of four, and other times we swap them or give them away (eggs, not neighbours), our ethos is to try and make use of whatever we have.

Unfortunately, unlike Anne, I have always been a fussy eater (the sort of child who made mealtimes an endurance test for everyone). I’ll gladly eat an egg boiled, fried (preferably hard, not runny) or poached (preferably in a tent in Norfolk). Omelettes, though, leave me cold, as do soufflés. While just the thought of an egg custard makes me want to gag - well done, school dinners, circa 1978.

Clearly, a little inventiveness* was called for. Many homemade cakes are suitable for freezing, and who isn’t partial to a piece of farmhouse or carrot cake. And it’s a great way to use up surplus carrots.

Mayonnaise proved to be so easy that even I could do it, with just egg yolk, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and water.

Take a tip from me though - make sure it is salt and not white pepper. Anyhow, once I had mayonnaise under my belt, literally, somehow, my ambitions grew.

Remember when egg shampoo was all the rage? Well, no need to shell out when you’ve eggs to spare - just add olive oil and water (note to self: find a way to grow own olives).

You too can have that silky sheen in no time - it helps if you still have plenty of hair. Do note that rinsing with water that’s too hot will cook the egg and render you fascinating to passing horses.

When we ran out of mundane career choices for an egg, Anne brought out the big guns - in the form of a battered Home Management guide she’d rescued from a car boot sale. Egg whites will bring a shine back to leather and, apparently, stiffened egg whites can tackle greasy marks on leather furniture. Not that we have any to practice on.

Anne was all for trying an eggy face pack - on me. I wasn’t too sure how well that would work with a beard though.

Eggshells are very useful in the garden, as a good source of calcium. They can either be ground up and put in the chickens’ grit, or added to the compost bin for the soil.

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against slugs and snails, but our molluscs must have developed superpowers.

I tried valiantly to muster support for a village egg-rolling event, but it proved only marginally less popular than my unseasonal painted egg hunt. In the end, I painted a few faces on the shells and stuck them on the garden fence, as an anti-killjoy device. The jackdaws didn’t quite know what to make of them, but the killjoys were kept at bay. Next time we have a surplus, Anne wants to try making Scotch eggs. * No egg was wasted in the making of this article.

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

By the time you read this, the days will be both shorter and colder. On days like these, I like to go out a bit later when the streets are aired and be home before dark.

That being so, something a bit shorter might be called for.

Chesterfield is the destination but as usual, it’s all about getting there. As always, bus pass holders travel free. I will cover tickets for paying passengers toward the end to show where savings can be made.

We start then with our old friend Trent Barton’s ‘The Sixes’ from Belper Bus Station to Derby Bus Station. These are every quarter of an hour starting on the hour.

Our next bus is Trent Barton’s ‘Black Cat’ from Bay 4. This leaves on the half hour and will take you via Ilkeston, Heanor, and Sutton-in-Ashfield to Mansfield. Arrival there should be an hour and fifty minutes later. It is a longish journey but I think passengers will be surprised at the attractive scenery found along the way.

Mansfield Bus Station is only just over a year old and in my view is one of the better ones built in recent years. You might decide to take a break in Mansfield. It is only a few minutes’ walk into the town centre.

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Readers might remember my previous article on this topic which appeared in All Things Local earlier this year.

I explained that I was involved with a petition to ‘persuade’ the politicians to come clean and tell us what their intentions are before next year’s General Election rather than after. I invited readers to contact me to add their names to the petition.

A number of you did so, contributing several hundreds to my total of 1,100 and to the national total of 152,347.

The next bus is Stagecoach’s ‘Pronto’ service to Chesterfield.

This is a joint service with Trent Barton and leaves from Bay L every half hour starting on the hour. Fifty minutes later and you will be in Chesterfield. The stop is at the top of the coach station and it is only a short walk across the road, up the escalator, into the town centre.

The return to Ripley is on the ‘Red Arrow’, which leaves Chesterfield at 20 past and ten to the hour from stand B14.

(If you went into town, you walked past it). Cross the road at the Ripley stop and The Sixes will take you back to Belper at 3 and 33 minutes past the hour.

Ticketing: A Trent Barton Zig Zag ticket will cover The Sixes, the Black Cat and Red Arrow. Pronto requires a separate ticket.

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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It was decided to present the petition before the start of the Party Political Conference season when the various parties would be formulating their policies before next year’s General Election.

On September the 10th, West Midlands Councillor Richard Worrall accompanied by Wirral South MP Alison McGovern and Walsall North MP David Winnick, plus other delegates, presented the petition at No. 10 Downing Street.

Many thanks to all of you who supported me, but the petition goes on. If you can help raise more signatures, contact me on 01773 747665 or email dennis@barbarden.plus.com.

Photos taken on the presentation day can be seen on my transport blog at http://railsroadsrunways.blogspot.co.uk Dennis Basford

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Travel The Gambia

Glancing at the map of Africa, it’s easy to miss the Gambia. Tucked on the bulge of the western coast, it is the smallest country on the mainland, barely 30 miles across at its widest point, stretching along the lower section of the Gambia river. This mere ribbon of land is surrounded by Senegal on three sides but claims a fine coastal strip where the river meets the Atlantic ocean.

Next year will mark the 50th anniversary of independence for one of Africa’s most stable states, no longer part of the Commonwealth but still using English as its official language, at least for the time being. Add the promise of winter sun, just six hours away and no jetlag, and it’s no wonder the Gambia has proved popular with British tourists.

Imagine soft tingling sands, swaying palms, warm waters, a cool sea breeze sweeping the shore, the perfect picture postcard whether one opts for quiet beaches or the popular Senegambia strip with its fruit stalls, thatched restaurants and savvy ‘bumsters’ selling African beads, wood carvings, sea shells and cashew nuts. It’s friendly, colourful and most exciting when a small fleet of dug-out canoes

appears on the horizon, riding the crest of the waves, and everyone rushes down to the beach to help pull in the fishing nets. There’s much bargaining and sorting out on the sand, red snapper, bonga, cat fish, calamari and more, before the men head for home with whatever is left for the family’s supper.

Broad sands cover much of the shore, secluded coves hide here and there, framed by rocks and cliffs, and when the sun sets all red and gold over the ocean, myriad tropical birds twitter in the trees. It’s a magical moment.

But there is more to the Gambia than sand and sea.

Banjul, the capital, has a lively market brimming with fancy footwear, frilly clothes, batik, knobbly tomatoes and bags of ice cold water. Tailors compete for business, babies bob on their mother’s back and tourists climb up to the balcony for a bird’s eye view of the nearby streets. Meanwhile, others seek out the Gambia’s UNESCO heritage, from Kunta Kinteh island and related sites, highlighting European encounters and the slave trade, to the stone circles of Senegambia, a vast cross-border area with a sacred landscape dating back 1500 years.

As for nature lovers, the Gambia is a dream. You may not find the ‘Big Five’ of eastern or southern Africa but this tiny country manages seven nature reserves and national parks, home to monitors and crocodiles, endangered monkeys, pretty butterflies such as the dark blue pansy or citrus swallowtail, and 576 species of birds, in wetlands, forest and along the shore. Highlights include watching the sun rise over the mangrove when nothing disturbs the peace but the gentle paddle of traditional canoes.

A bird calls, a kingfisher dives in a flash of colour and soon the dawn chorus rises all around, parakeets, sunbirds, sanderlings, drongos, black egrets and many more. A golden light spreads across the creek, oyster shells glisten on the mangrove roots and the canoes drift in silence in this quiet country basking on the banks of its namesake river.

According to legend, Gambia means ‘place of the king’, a glorious name for the smallest nation on the African mainland.

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gifts (79 for anyone including the pear tree) to his true love. I doubt anyone has the need, let alone the room, for that many gifts. I’d be quite fine with the 5 gold rings and may even push to housing 2 turtle doves in the festive spirit, but I’d draw the line at 10 leaping Lords and nobody’s got the patience for 12 drummers drumming no matter how many mulled wines you’ve had!

It’s that time of year again! Christmas is well and truly upon us and along with it, the overwhelming consideration of So really, whenever this idea began that we have what to get for whom.

Now, I know that every year some media poll will spill out endless festive facts and figures on how much we are spending and how every year the expectation on the quantity of gifts goes up.

Inevitably someone will pipe up with, ‘It was never this bad in my day’. I was inclined to agree, until I got to thinking where this increasingly monstrous need to give more and more began. I think actually it began ‘back in the day’.

You only have to look at the much favoured carol, ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’. By my calculations the person cited in the song gave 78

to show our loved ones how much they mean to us by giving bigger and better presents every year, it needs to stop. Give the one thing that truly is priceless – your time. It will be appreciated far more than 6 geese-a-laying, I can tell you! Merry Christmas.

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The White Island Boutique Tucked away in The Courtyard, opposite Belper’s Market Place, is an absolute gem of a boutique for anyone who loves clothing and accessories.

Lynda Piggott opened The White Island Boutique a year ago, fuelled by her own passion for clothes. “I’ve got a place in Ibiza, and I loved the fabulous clothing that I could get out there. I often received compliments on items I had bought, so I began bringing things back. I loved finding and buying beautiful pieces so much that I started to think about opening a shop and at the same time the Courtyard premises became available. That was a year ago, and I’ve never looked back!”

Although Lynda has no previous retail experience, she has an obvious natural flare. The shop may be small but it’s beautifully laid out with eye catching garments displayed with complementary accessories at every turn. “I like to give the shop my personal touch!” she explains. Lynda is happy for customers to browse or try on as many items as they like.

“I’m never pushy; I’d much rather customers spent a while looking and trying things on. When they find the perfect item that makes them look and feel great it’s really special.”

“I have regular customers who come from miles around because they love the unique style that I offer; you can pick up something really individual for a fraction of designer prices. Often people try things they would never have thought of before and fall in love with them! It’s all about finding what’s right for you.”

The clothing and accessories in The White Island Boutique come from Ibiza, Italy and Paris and offer excellent value for money as well as unmistakable European style. They combine beautiful fabrics, stylish finishes and incredible attention to detail. “They’re really show-stopping clothes” says Lynda.

New winter ranges are now in stock, with beautiful furs and faux furs, bright winter colours, and stunning accessories including sterling silver jewellery from local designer ‘Ripple’ as well as eye-catching costume jewellery that will really make a statement during the party season.

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Pauline Latham OBE MP

I was delighted to host an Over 55s Fair in October at St Peter’s Church in Derby City centre. It was extremely well attended and I hope that those who visited found the Fair useful.

I was keen to host this event as I am often contacted by people in this age group who are seeking advice on different matters but who are unsure how to get in touch with these organisations. I therefore decided that it would be useful to provide information on a range of matters all under one roof.

There were twenty organisations exhibiting, including the University of the 3rd Age, Willows Sports Centre, Nordic Walking, Derby Quad, Derbyshire Active and Deda who were offering information on hobbies, interests and being active.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue provided advice on safety in the home and the Icare group offered information on meals on wheels and brought along sample meals for people to try.

Cherry House Farm and Pottery Farm in Belper. It should be noted, however, that this does not prevent a developer submitting a planning application and if this was the case, and you wished to object, you would need to make a representation to Amber Valley Borough Council at the appropriate time.

The amended Core Strategy document identifying Bullsmoor, Derwent Street and Kedleston Road will be submitted to the Inspector in February for final approval when you will again have the opportunity to make a representation if you wish.

The Kedleston Voice action group have been working hard to prevent the Kedleston Road development from going ahead and local groups such as Protect Belper, Transition Belper and the Belper Civic Forum have also been campaigning hard, together with local residents, against these developments. I would like to emphasise that, whilst I appreciate there is a need for additional housing, I feel that brownfield sites should be developed wherever possible so that we can retain our beautiful countryside. I therefore intend to write to the Secretary of State to ask him to ‘call-in’ any planning applications that are submitted and I will continue to offer my full support to local residents on this matter.

There was also advice on Alzheimer’s, beating bowel cancer and the Silver Star Diabetes Mobile Unit came along and undertook free diabetic testing.

Finally, do not forget to keep an eye on my website for further events in the future www.paulinelatham.co.uk or please email me if you would like to sign up to my newsletter pauline.latham.mp@parliament.uk. May I take this opportunity to wish you all a very happy Christmas.

Over the last few months, many of you have been in touch with me regarding the Amber Valley Borough Council’s decision to include areas of land for development on Kedleston Road and two areas of land in Belper, Bullsmoor and Derwent Street, in their Core Strategy. Fortunately, the Council did not approve two additional sites that had been proposed,

Mrs Pauline Latham OBE MP is Member of Parliament for Mid Derbyshire. pauline.latham.mp@parliament.uk

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The Derby & District Multiple Sclerosis Activity Centre More than 100,000 people in the UK have Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a currently incurable disease that affects the central nervous system. MS is complex, and has many symptoms.

Most people won’t experience them all, certainly not at the same time. Symptoms might include fatigue, vision problems and difficulties with walking, but MS is different for everyone. The Multiple Sclerosis Society fights to improve treatment and care to help people with MS take control of their lives and funds research to help beat MS for good.

The Derby and District Multiple Sclerosis Activity Centre, located on Jubilee Business Park in Derby, is one of six drop-in activity centres in the UK and is therefore essential in efforts to help fight Multiple Sclerosis. The purpose-built centre offers specialist exercise classes, physiotherapy, nursing, counselling and more.

Many people find that some of the complementary therapies offered, such as reflexology, Reiki and massage help with reducing pain, improving sleep and well-being.

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students raised a remarkable total of ÂŁ1,660.12 before decorating the centre to create a warm and welcoming environment. The centre now provides a comforting setting for both sufferers of MS and carers alike, with an aim to show that life with MS can still be enjoyable. Everyone is invited to go along and visit the centre for a drink and a chat with no appointment required!

As part of its fundraising efforts, members of the Derby Society have this year been involved in a sponsored bike ride from North to South Derbyshire, a Grease themed film night at the QUAD and more recently a sponsored Firewalk where some members walked 20ft over hot coals to raise money! The centre always welcomes new volunteers and ideas, so please contact them if you would like to get involved.

The “MS Tent on Tour� was running throughout summer 2014, with a pop up tent making an appearance at Oakwood Gala and Elvaston Steam Fair. This is something the centre will continue into 2015 as they inform local people about how the centre can help.

The centre welcomes people from all ages and the variety of treatments has been adapted to suit all ranges of mobility. They really want to keep a smile on visitors’ faces and provide support to ensure that no one feels alone.

The Derby Centre is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10am – 4pm. For more information or to book a Physio or therapy slot call 01332 611810 or email centre@msderby.org.uk.

Alternatively, just pop in during opening hours for a chat. The address is Lilian Prime House, 7 Enterprise Way, Jubilee Business Park (off Stores Road), Derby, DE21 4BB. There will always be someone to greet you when you arrive.

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Busy Doing Nothing Doing nothing sometimes seems very difficult for me. My head is busy buzzing with ideas or I am persistently planning what to do next.

Recently, however, I was forced into a state of doing nothing. Having been inspired to begin an ‘amazing new project’ I opened up my trusty laptop ready to start and… nothing happened.

No comforting whirring as the computer cogs sprang to life, no helpful prompting to enter a password, just a blank screen. It refused to respond and did absolutely nothing. Not even a blinking light. I was given no option as to my course of action. I abandoned my plans and did nothing instead.

I had imagined that in a situation like this I would feel a surge of sadness, panic or maybe even anger, especially after all those times I’d wisely said to myself, “I really must remember to back up the computer,” then promptly ignored it. In fact – surprisingly – I felt an enormous sense of liberation!

isn’t it better to cut out all that rushing around in the middle and be nicely rested as a result?

We have too many ‘something’ days. I’m having a ‘nothing’ day instead.

So although I didn’t see any lights in my laptop I did see the light of inspiration. In a flash I saw that all those unfinished – ‘I’ll get round to it someday’ projects may have vanished into the computer ether forever. But it doesn’t matter in the big scheme of things really. In fact, I can’t remember what was on there anyway!

I’m far too busy having a day of wholeheartedly doing nothing and letting any cares melt away. If you feel like having a day of nothing perhaps you should consider using a bit of busy time to back up your computer first...

By Jessica White

I was free to do nothing.

After asking my computer geek friends whether it would ever come back as a laptop zombie I was stumped. I admit my computer knowledge is pretty limited. I’m not one for technology and people who have seen my ancient mobile phone will attest to this. By the way, a fifteen year old mobile is not old fashioned, it’s retro!

Knowing that it was impossible for me to achieve what I wanted to do ‘right now’ removed any stress.

I would be unable to complete the ‘most perfect and amazing thing’ I had ever envisioned. However, the laptop had spoken (actually not even beeped) and this was absolutely fine. It was a message from the Universe that I didn’t need to be hectically trying to achieve the unattainable. Perhaps now is a time for doing nothing and I’m perfectly relaxed about that.

America has a National Nothing Day on January 16th.

I’d be happy to adopt it as a national holiday. We could forget our to-do lists, deadlines and plans and have a day of relaxation and time to ‘be’ instead. We all have those days where we are busy working the whole day through and when we sit down at the end of it, feel like we have achieved absolutely nothing. If we start at nothing and achieve nothing by the end,

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Humour: Life’s Not Fair – and sometimes that’s a good thing…

hours for their moment. Only those who were extremely good-looking or plain mental made it through.

Know what I think of that? Big bloody whoop. I mean, heaven forfend you should have to spend slightly longer than an average working day queuing up for your chance to hop nimbly into literally the most coveted career on the planet. Your feet hurt? Deal with it. I know doctors who work 36 hours straight sewing people’s legs back on with barely a break for a sandwich, and they don’t expect a medal for it.

And yes, I know that should you make it through the demoralising selection process the odds of actually striking gold on the other side are still eye-wateringly small, but hey, if you don’t like small odds, you need to get out of the music industry.

I read a story in the Daily Mail yesterday.

Now, this could be an article on why reading the Daily Mail is something you should never do, but we don’t have six billion years to kill.

Something else that hacks me off about these people is that they act as if going on a talent show is the only way in which you can ‘be a singer’. Well, if you’re stuck for ideas, here’s one - go out and sing. That’s all you have to do. Go out and sing, and keep on singing because you love it and because it’s brilliant, not because it means you might one day meet Kim Kardashian. For the love of Moses, you don’t have to be standing in front of Cheryl Cole and a bloated crowd of WKD-fuelled imbeciles baying for either your blood or the inevitable appearance of a button-nosed orphan with the voice of angel in order to be a musician.

We live in a gloriously connected digital world where it’s never been easier to create and perform music, so next time you’re standing in front of the mirror with a hairbrush complaining that Cowell hasn’t turned you into the new Leona yet, question whether you really want it, or whether all you actually want is to be pictured in Hello magazine sitting on a throne kissing a poodle.

A young musician recently asked me how my band played Wembley Stadium, and I replied: ‘Go home, pick up your guitar, work hard for ten years and maybe you’ll get lucky’. I didn’t mean it to be cynical; quite the opposite in fact.

It’s an insane lottery, is music, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Instead I’d like to talk to you about my industry, the music industry, and the fact that people like to complain about it being ‘unfair’. The Daily Mail journalist had been granted exclusive access to the X Factor auditions - like a high-waisted Willy Wonka, Simon Cowell had finally opened up the wrought-iron gates of his Popstar Factory (although of course in this case he was the only creepy orange midget in sight).

By Chris Russell

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Music Scene: Surreal Panther

Surreal Panther is a Steel Panther tribute band that has taken the local area’s Glam Rock scene by storm.

I’ve personally seen these guys perform a few times, and it’s quite an experience.

Being a fan of Steel Panther myself I had my reservations as to how well they could pull off the original band’s eccentric characteristics, but I was completely blown away by their electric performance, and controversial on-stage persona.

Not only are they fantastic musicians, but they’re also all really great down-to-earth lads too. I caught up with three of the four band members, Jamie, Ben and Lee, to see what it’s really like to be in a tribute band.

How did forming a Steel Panther tribute band first come about?

Ben: We all decided the Spice Girls tribute wasn’t going to work.

Jamie: I was lying in bed one morning and thinking, I know a few guys who could pull this off as a tribute. It was audacious, but I’m glad we gave it a try!

Lee: Jamie Fowkes is the man to blame; this is his love child!

How many times have you seen Steel Panther live, and have you ever met them?

Ben: Seen them live 3 or 4 times. We once got the pleasure of meeting them at Rock City in Nottingham. It goes without saying, myself and Jamie were quite shy!

Jamie: I win this one, I’ve seen them 9 times! It was an honour to meet them all, even if we could only smuggle me and Ben backstage that one time!

Lee: I’ve seen them maybe 5 or 6 times now. I haven’t really met them yet, but we could also say they haven’t met us...

How do you all know each other?

Ben: We all grew up in the same hostel. Lee might be my uncle...

Jamie: I’ve known these guys for some years. Ben and I go back to our teenage years, in fact I still probably owe him money...

Lee: Many years of playing with each other, and other local bands.

people’s faces when we blast out the lyrics.

Lee: Cause it’s too boring as a solo act!

Are there any perks to being a tribute band?

Ben: There are a few perks to being in a tribute band! But none that spring to mind. Next question!

Jamie: Yeah, we tend to get the same love and admiration at a show that the real band would get, it’s like the fans are already fans of ours before we even strike a note which is great. It makes it a whole lot easier when everyone in the room knows what you’re all about.

Lee: The perks to being in this tribute is we are Steel Panther and there are no others, plus we wear wigs, tight leggings and make up – every man’s dream, right?

Anything else you would like to add?

Ben: Keep safe and keep rocking!

Jamie: Learn to play music kids, you won’t get to make money having this much fun doing anything else!

Lee: I would like to add that we’ll all make millions by end of next year!

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What do you all do when you’re not making music together?

Ben: No comment.

Jamie: We don’t so much call it making music as having fun; that seems to be the running theme of what we do on or off stage. We’re just four mates who are lucky enough to work well together like that.

Lee: Make love.

What is the best part of being in a band?

Ben: The best part of being in the band is the amount of fans we please! And also the amount of fans that please us too.

Jamie: It’s license to have fun. It’s not a job, it’s just what you wanna do. We get to go on stage, have a few beers and see

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Recipe Roast Turkey with Leek, Apricot and Chestnut Stuffing Roasting the turkey in a ’tent’ of buttered foil will keep it moist and succulent. Always allow time for the cooked bird to rest in a warm place before carving.

Serves 8-10 Ready in approx 4 ½ hours, plus resting time Ingredients: 100g butter 1 tbsp olive oil 1 leek, trimmed and chopped 2 shallots, peeled and finely chopped 75g ready to eat dried apricots, finely chopped 150g fresh white breadcrumbs 100g cooked chestnuts, finely chopped 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves 5.4kg oven-ready turkey, giblets removed 16 cocktail sausages 4 rashers smoked streaky bacon Fresh herbs, to garnish Method: Heat half the butter and the olive oil in a frying pan and fry the leek and shallots for 6-7 minutes until softened. Remove from the heat and stir in the apricots, breadcrumbs, chestnuts and half the thyme leaves. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper and leave to cool.

Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/gas 5.

Line a large roasting tin with buttered foil.

Use about one third of the stuffing mix to stuff the neck end of the turkey (press the rest of the stuffing in a shallow ovenproof dish to cook separately). Weigh the stuffed turkey and calculate the cooking time - allow 20 minutes per 450g plus 20 minutes. Place the turkey in the lined roasting tin and smear all over the skin with the remaining butter. Sprinkle over the rest of the thyme leaves and season.

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Cover the turkey with a tent of buttered foil and roast in the preheated oven for the calculated cooking time, basting occasionally. Uncover the turkey for the last 45 minutes until the skin is golden and the juices run clear when a skewer is inserted into the thickest part of one thigh. If the juices still run slightly pink return the turkey to the oven for a further 15-20 minutes then check again.

Leave the turkey, loosely covered with foil, in a warm place to rest for at least 20 minutes. Stretch the bacon rashers with the back of a knife and cut each rasher in half. Wrap the short rashers around the cocktail sausages, securing with a cocktail stick.

Place in baking tray and cook in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.

Drizzle a couple of spoonfuls of juices from the turkey over the stuffing in the dish and cook in the oven at the same time as the bacon-wrapped sausages for 20 minutes.

Serve the turkey on a large warmed platter with the bacon-wrapped sausages and garnished with fresh herbs.

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Footnotes: Festive Feet I find it hard to believe that a whole year has passed since I last sat down to write an article for the Christmas edition of the magazine, but pass it most certainly has.

It has been an eventful year for our family in many ways. We had a very proud day in February when we were present to see my elder son pass out as a Royal Marines Commando. August brought another highlight in the shape of Jewels and I finally becoming man and wife after a very long time together and having both sons as witnesses at our wedding. Unfortunately, my Dad was in hospital and too ill to attend the ceremony. Two days later our Royal Marine left these shores for duty abroad.

What has this got to do with feet? Well, on Christmas Day, the very greatest gift will be the presence of two pairs of feet under our lunch table. One belonging to my Dad, recently returned from hospital, and the other recently returned from foreign shores.

I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and that the feet under your table bring you great pleasure no matter how far they have travelled to be there. Merry Christmas to you all!

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hedgerow and a fenced-off paddock. On reaching a driveway, carry on in the same direction, this time between a caravan/camping site and the hedgerow.

At the end of the hedgerow the path arrives at a rather rickety stock gate. Cross the field heading slightly right to a gated squeeze stile between two trees on the far side. Walk down the next field with the hedge to the right and pass through a farm vehicle gap where the hedge shifts a tractors width to the left; it’s a bit muddy here but stone blocks have been provided to allow easy passage over the mud. Turn right and walk across the top of the field to a well-worn step stile, then do the same again to reach another well used step stile with dog slide.

Follow the path down across the next field, heading slightly to the left towards the rear of the buildings in the distance. On reaching the far side exit the field through a stock gate and through the churchyard down to the road.

A fairly easy five and a quarter mile walk from Ashbourne out to Mapleton and then a stroll through Okeover Park before heading south across farmland to Upper Mayfield then down to Hanging Bridge across the River Dove. From Mayfield there is a stretch of field walking followed by a section along the road back into Ashbourne and St Oswald’s Church, before finishing off the walk with a trip through the former railway tunnel under the town back (complete with automated sound effects) to return to the walk’s start point.

The Walk From the car-park on Mapleton Lane, walk north along the Tissington Trail past the refreshment kiosk and cycle hire, go down the dip across the stream then up through the gates ahead. Once at the far side of the dip, look for a footpath off to the left with a flight of steps down to a wooden step stile. Cross the stile and walk up the hill ahead to another step stile.

Cross this stile too, then continue forward to take the path to the right of a five bar gate between the

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Here there are two choices, turn left and take the path on the opposite side of the road across the adjacent field towards Okeover bridge, or turn right and take the lane on the left opposite the pub down to the bridge. There is a tradition here of people jumping from the bridge into the river on New Year’s Day then, cold and wet, running across the field to the pub! However you arrive at the bridge, cross it and enter into Staffordshire on the far side of the river. The map now suggests taking a stile to the left to enter Okeover Park, but having seen the size and state of the metal construction that is the stile I decided to walk a little further up the lane and cross the cattle grid into the park. Walk along the road through the parkland with views of Okeover Hall off to the right. Okeover Hall is the family seat of the Okeover family who have been in residence on the site since the reign of William Rufus (William II 1056-1100).

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Health, Beauty & Fitness Leave the parkland across another cattle grid then continue up the country lane to a signposted footpath on the right along a rough driveway. At the point where the drive splits, bear right then head across the grass to another five-bar gate on the far side to the left of the house ahead. Go through the gate, then turn immediately to the left and walk across the bottom of this field and the next to arrive at a wooden step stile. On reaching the stile there were hares boxing in the next field, but on my arrival they disappeared into the field margins.

Keeping the hedgerow to the left, cross the next two fields to arrive at another wooden step stile.

Walk across the next field to the far side then head right into a sunken lane. At the top of the sunken lane, take the stile on the left beside some rusting metal farm gates then follow the narrower track up to join the A52 above Mayfield.

Cross the road – traffic is quite fast on this stretch so take care – then head right up the hill and turn left into Hollow Lane. At the top of Hollow Lane turn left and walk to a point where the lane divides; take the lane to the left (‘No Entry’ signs) and walk along its length down to the road junction next to Hanging Bridge.

Hanging Bridge, Mayfield On December 7th 1745, the army of Bonnie Prince Charlie passed on its retreat from Derby and terrorised the local population.

Legend has it that many of the Scottish rebels were caught, tried for their misdeeds, and hung from gibbets erected on the old bridge.

Although the bridge was widened in 1937, the old packhorse bridge can still be seen below the newer bridge.

exit through a stock gate into a field. Walk up the fields until a way-marked gap in a fence is reached. Along the way look out for a WWII gun emplacement cut into the far bank of the river.

Pass through the gap and up onto the embankment of the flood defences; turn right and walk along the top of the bank to a stile. Cross the rather dodgy stile and continue along the embankment until it reaches a pair of stiles either side of a farm track.

Pass over these stiles then along the field edge to a stock gate onto the driveway up to the Severn Trent water reclamation works. Turn right and walk down the driveway past the allotments and the churchyard to exit at a road traffic island on the outskirts of Ashbourne. On reaching the road, turn left and walk along the road into Ashbourne for around half a mile until you arrive at St Oswald’s Church. Enter the churchyard then take the path to the right to pass to the rear of some old houses.

At the bollards turn left and walk down to the Ashbourne Pigeon Flying Club’s clubhouse (1800-2000), then turn left again to pass in front of the Leisure Centre. Follow the road into the car park in front of the Station Hotel; this car park was once a busy train station and goods yard.

Unusually, this station was not a victim of the ‘Beeching Axe’, but ceased passenger services for economic reasons in the summer of 1954.

From the car park, walk past the Station Hotel and take the former track bed over Henmoor Brook, then on under the road bridge to reach the entrance to the Ashbourne Tunnel. The tunnel was reopened to foot traffic on June 21st 2000 as part of the National Cycle Route Network and an extension to the Tissington Trail. Walk through the tunnel below the centre of Ashbourne, listening out for the automated sound effects as you go.

Exit the tunnel into the car-park off Mapleton Lane near the cycle hire centre to end the walk.

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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The straight-forward programme slots easily into even the busiest of lives and runs on a monthly basis. By following the easy 10-day plan her groups have achieved the following astonishing results: June: 8 people lost a total of 62.5 inches, 70lbs in weight July: 7 people lost a total of 92 inches, 50lbs in weight August: 6 people lost a total of 42 inches, 55lbs weight Sept: 9 people lost a total of 83 inches, 68lbs in weight The results speak for themselves! One group member commented “If someone had told me I could lose a stone in less than 2 weeks, I wouldn’t have believed them...

and then I tried Alex’s 10 day programme and it works! It mixes a healthy (but strict) diet with fitness videos to really help boost weight and inch loss. It has opened my eyes to a whole new way of eating; a regime I intend to follow and integrate into my everyday life. Now the 10 day extreme programme is over, I can still have my nights out but Alex has taught me how to plan for those and how to compensate for my moments of weakness! Working as part of a group like this is extremely motivational and Alex’s on-going support is brilliant. It’s astounding what a difference 10 days can make!”

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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If it’s a Ferrari you’re after there really is only one you should be considering – and that’s this, the 458 Italia. Not only does it have looks that can kill from 100 paces, but it has an incredible 4.5-litre 562bhp V8 engine, a top speed of 202mph and can hit 60mph in a brain-melting 3.2 seconds. There’s no wonder many consider this to be the motoring nirvana.

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Practicality isn’t generally high up on the agenda when buying a sports car, but with four seats in a Porsche 911 you might just be able to convince your better half that it’s the perfect family car. Ok, who are we kidding, that’s never going to happen, better then to focus on the fabulous flat-six engines and incredible handling. The 911 has been the definitive go-to sports car for generations and the latest “991” model is no different. Well worth a look.

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It took three decades for Jaguar to finally build a successor to its legendary E-Type – but the wait was worth it. The F-Type, which comes in soft-top and coupe guises, is not only stunning, but brilliant to drive too. There are three versions available: V6, V6S and V8S. We’d opt for the latter which combines a glorious exhaust note with stonking performance from the 542bhp 5.0-litre V8.

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Let’s forget luxury for a minute and just go for something a little bit bonkers and a lot of fun. The Lotus Exige S covers all that. It doesn’t have leather, in fact you’re lucky to get a radio, but this is not a performance car to be snubbed. It has a mid-engine 3.5-litre V6 engine that will propel the wild-looking machine to 60mph in just 3.8 seconds and is guaranteed to put a smile on anyone’s face. Just don’t expect to be comfortable.

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Our new extension is fabulous. You managed the whole project smoothly and professionally, your workmanship is second to none and you completed it ahead of schedule. It was a pleasure to have you working here and we wouldn’t hesitate in recommending you to anyone considering any type of building work.”

Mr & Mrs M, Kilburn.

A LOCAL BUSINESS WITH A GREAT REPUTATION

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Domestic Wall & Floor Tiling Specialist Complete Bathroom Renovator & Installation Service

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WB Paving WITH OVER 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE

WB PAVING AIM TO OFFER THE BEST SERVICE IN THE AREA Serving all of Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire, WB Paving has proven to be a leader in the industry in terms of design, innovation and craftsmanship. Our attention to detail and experience in all aspects of landscape development has gained us a reputation for quality workmanship from the initial design stage right through to the completed project.

WB Paving offer competitive prices in all of the following areas • BLOCKPAVING • STONEWORK • BRICK LAYING • LANDSCAPING • PATIOS • BRICKWORK • TURFING • WALLS • DECKING • PONDS • FENCING • BBQ’S

We are happy undertaking both small projects and large scale re-designs, always striving to deliver 100 per cent customer Find us on Facebook - WB Paving satisfaction.

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SLB S L Beresford - Lead Roofing Specialist 29 Belper Lane, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2UG Tel: 01773 826451 Mob:07813834324  Lead work & Lead Dressing  Years experience in Church work  Roof tiling - Main roofs & Out-buildings  General Property Maintenance  Plastering  Tiling  Decking Why use us?  21 years experience within Derbyshire  Free quotes, friendly service  No job too small

PREMIER LOG SUPPLIES SOWING THE SEEDS FOR ALL YOUR GARDEN NEEDS

DRY SEASONED LOGS DELIVERED & PUT AWAY IN YOUR LOG STORE

IF YOU’RE NOT SATISFIED, WE WILL REFUND 100% OF YOUR MONEY & REPLACE THE LOGS! Yard open for the winter Saturdays 10am – 1pm Seasoned Logs, Log Stores & Log Candles, Fencing, Turfing, Landscaping, Patios, Paths & Block Paving

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IAN FOSTER

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C Orton ELECTRICAL & SECURITY

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Ian Wilson Carpets est. 1979

“Our choice is hard to beat and so are our prices” Supplier and fitter of top quality carpets, laminate flooring, vinyls, and decorative vinyls.

• Massive range in stock • Quick turn around • Excellent service • Covering all of Derbyshire • Free samples • Choose from our excellent range at home • Own team of dedicated fitters for carpets and hard flooring

Free Estimates/quotes

Contact: Mob: 07971 437901 www.ianwilsoncarpetsbelper.co.uk 10 Openwoodgate, Belper DE56 0SD Tel: 01773 880398 14c Town Street, Duffield DE56 4 EH Tel: 01332 843989

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Our team are all highly trained and experienced.

We are a small business offering a personal service with attention to detail which we know is so important.

Our Services Include: New and Replacement Boiler Installations Boiler Servicing and Repairs Bathroom Design and Installation Service Power Flushing Systems

01773 749 713

Email: contact@leevaplumbing.co.uk 3 Tollbar Cottages, Coach Road, Butterley Park, Ripley, DE5 3QW Established 2000

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Homes & Gardens

Gardening I’m Dreaming of a Green Christmas I love giving presents, whether that gift is a thing of beauty or something totally practical.

With gardening as one of the nation’s top pastimes, here are a few ideas for things which I am sure most green fingered friends would be delighted to receive.

If you know a newish gardener then the basic tools are always well received, especially if you choose good quality, sturdy ones. So think fork, spade and rake – yes, they are difficult to wrap but worth the effort.

For anyone gripped by the Grow Your Own bug you could give one of my ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood ‘ gift cards – they choose the veg they want to grow and I send them out, at the right time for planting and accompanied by weekly advice and tips emails….it couldn’t be simpler! Find out more at www.pippagreenwood.com Weeding is always an issue so a hoe is useful or for smaller spaces (such as in between plants, in gravel, between paving, or to tackle weeds within planters) try the hand held red-handled weeders – I think they’re indispensable.

A few packets of vegetable seeds are always appreciated and most garden centres already have a good variety in stock. If you want to spend a bit more, a heated propagator makes a fantastic gift. With tomatoes, peppers, aubergines and many of the fancier ornamentals needing to be sown soon, it’ll be a gift put to use straight away.

Gardening gloves too are something we can always have more of.

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Some of the gauntlet style gloves are perfect if you have to tackle a pruning job on a thorny plant or one with really rough or sharp leaves. Alternatively, there are many lower-priced types available with gripping pads on the fingers or with leather toughened strips across the knuckles. Classic greens, ravishing reds or funky florals, gloves are definitely not boring.

Birds in the garden not only help to keep pest numbers down, but they also add charm which everybody appreciates. A peanut feeder, nest box or perhaps even a bird table will attract them in and there are many designs available from modern to rustic.

For the ‘other half’ who is less inclined to help with the tough jobs in the garden, admit defeat and give them a garden lounger or even a hammock.

As container gardening continues to rise in popularity, another idea is to give a few gorgeous looking containers - either empty for the friend or relative to decide what to put in it themselves, or make them into a complete gift by planting them up with a selection of plants and under planting them with bulbs which you know will bring extra delight next year.

Finally, houseplants such as poinsettias, cyclamen, indoor azaleas and jasmines are perfect for providing bright colour indoors at this time of year.

But remember when you buy any indoor plant during cold weather, it is essential that you protect it thoroughly on the journey from the shop to your car and from your car into your house as even a tiny exposure to cold drafts and low temperatures can cause damage.

By Pippa Greenwood Visit www.pippagreenwood.com for a great range of gardening-related gifts including stylish ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ gift cards, Pippa’s favourite weeding tool, signed books and lots of useful garden items for your friends & family…or for yourself!

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BILL KIELY

DAVID JAMES G DIN BUILVICES SER

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Established 1976 - The Name You Can Trust

RENOVATIONS • ALTERATIONS KNOCK-THROUGHS • EXTENSIONS LOFT CONVERSIONS GARAGE CONVERSIONS PLASTERING • JOINERY GUTTERING FENCING & GATES WINDOWS & DOORS PAINTING & DECORATING

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21 Breach Road, Denby Village, Derbyshire DE5 8PS

established over 10 years

NO JOB TOO SMALL Free Estimates & Quotations • Reasonable Rates, Professional, Friendly, Quality Work & Reliable Tel:

01332 840854 Mob: 07985 589038

Email: davidjamesbuilding@hotmail.co.uk

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SCOTT PLUMBING & HEATING All types of plumbing and heating work undertaken including Professional Tree Surgeon

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WouLd you Like cLeaner carpets?

Competitive prices.

Latest equipment & cleaning fluids.

Friendly and reliable service.

Let me bring your carpets back to life.

For a free quote call Roy Milner:

07980 254050 (Based in Kilburn Village)

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With over ten years experience in the industry, operated by ex British Gas Technical Engineers and excellent reviews on the Derbyshire County Council Trusted Trader site, you can be assured of a quality service and price.

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We install Baxi, Worcester Bosch, Glow Worm and Ideal Boilers.

We can advise the best way forward for your heating and hot water requirements.

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Plumbing & Heating Boiler Replacements • Repairs & Servicing Full Central Heating Systems • Additional Radiators Bathroom Installations • Shower Replacements Blocked Drains & Toilets No call out charges • Free Quotations

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• Other work includes, Jet Washing, Decorating, Gutters & General Handyman.

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Plastering - Dry Lining - Rendering Fully insured & work guaranteed Quality work, competitive prices No job too big or too small Insurance work undertaken FREE quotes provided

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Huge range of carpets, vinyl & laminate samples.

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''I won't be beaten on price or service''

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‘A company you can trust’

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Please see our website for testimonials and pictures or we can show you some of our local work.

You get the best possible finish at a competitive cost because you get a building and project management team who have worked on thousands of successful home improvements and home extensions.

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

• Commercial Works • Loft Conversions • Conservatories • Drives and Patios

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A FAMILY BUSINESS FOR OVER 48 YEARS GIVING A PERSONAL SERVICE & COMPETING WITH ONLINE PRICES!

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Gary Wain Building Services

JJL Double Glazing

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No job too small & good rates Plumbing repair and maintenance Painting and decorating Bathroom installation / Tiling Garden services Building flat packs DIY jobs around the home Please call Tim (Belper based) 07955 743124 /01773 825226

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FOR ALL YOUR DOMESTIC ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Full & Part Rewires Fault Finding Fuse Board Change Extra Lighting/Sockets Emergency Call Out Free Quotation Fully Insured & Fully Guaranteed

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Short Story The Last Present “I’ll lock up while you get the first round in”, Trevor told Barry, scratching his beard.

“Aren’t we changing out of our work clothes?” Barry said.

“Not tonight”. This was his Christmas Eve ritual, the pub regulars expected it. Once Santa and his elf arrived at the bar everyone knew Christmas had finally arrived.

Trevor had been the Santa at the precinct grotto for years.

The kids he’d once bounced on his knee now brought their own kids to tell Santa what a good little boy or girl they’d been.

“Busy year”, Trevor said, “there’s only one present left, we were cutting that a bit fine”.

“What’ll happen to it?” Barry asked. He was new to the elf game, slightly scatter-brained, but good with crowd management Trevor thought.

“It’ll go in storage until next year”. The grotto was no more than a shed decorated with tinsel, but for the last ten days over-excited kids had been queuing out the door.

“Listen lad, don’t cry”. He crouched down, “tell me, have you been a good boy this year?”

The boy nodded uncertainly. Trevor chuckled. He put his hand in his pocket and pulled out all his loose change.

“Here, find yourself something nice with this”. The boy held out his hand and grinned, “Thanks Santa”.

Trevor stood up slowly, his old knees ached.

“Happy Christmas”. He waved, and headed towards the pub. There was a cheer from the regulars as he walked in.

Barry was standing at the crowded bar looking sheepish.

“Where’s my pint?” Trevor said.

“Off you trot now, mine’s a pint”, Trevor said switching off the lights.

“I left my wallet at the grotto”, Barry said. “There’s no pockets in these tights”.

Left to himself, Trevor locked the door and dropped the key in his coat pocket. A job well done he thought. As he turned to go he felt something pulling on his coat.

“We’d better nip back for it”, Trevor sighed, “I’ve got the key here”.

“Excuse me Santa is the grotto still open?” a young lad said.

He was just a scrap of a thing, Trevor nearly tripped over him.

“Sorry lad, we’ve shut up shop”. The boy’s bottom lip began to wobble.

“But I wanted to see Santa”. The boy whimpered. Just what I need, thought Trevor, a blubberer on Christmas Eve. “Well, you’re seeing me now aren’t you?”. Trevor said and ruffled the boy’s hair.

“And get a present”, the boy added.

“Well you should’ve come earlier”, Trevor said gruffly. It was more than his job’s worth to let the lad into the grotto without his elf present; health and safety and all that.

“I did, but your elf said I had to pay and I didn’t have any money”, the boy said rubbing his eyes. Trevor softened.

Poor kid.

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He dug his hand into his pocket, and knew straight away what he’d done. The pocket was empty.

“I’ve dropped a real clanger”. He groaned and bundled Barry out of the pub. The boss would have his guts for garters for this.

“Oh no!” Barry gasped as they reached the grotto.

Trevor was afraid to look.

“You’ve left the key in the door”. Barry panted.

“Did I?” Trevor could breathe again, “Must have been distracted by that kid.” He scanned inside the shed as Barry retrieved his wallet from behind the inflatable Rudolph.

“No harm done”. He smiled, putting the key safely back in his pocket.

He was ready for that pint. It was lucky, he thought, that his elf hadn’t noticed the pile of small change where the last present used to be.

By Jackie Brewster

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Property Matters: Don’t Delay, Act Today!

Things Always Take Longer Than You Think We’ve noticed over the years that homeowners want their extension finished and ready for the summer, or by Christmas - and you can understand why.

make a measured survey of your house, then discuss your needs and wishes, draw up a design and amend it a couple of times until you’re happy with it. This can easily take two to three weeks.

3. Planning application – The finished design will often require planning permission. If it goes smoothly this can take up to eight weeks.

4. Production drawings – You should always wait for planning approval before proceeding with the more detailed technical drawings as these can be difficult and expensive to change should the planners require any amendments to the layout. These drawings can take another two weeks to produce.

Unfortunately, however, most homeowners start to think about things a couple of months too late. We get calls in early January from customers wanting a summer completion when they really needed to start the ball rolling in November or December. Similarly we get calls in the height of summer when Easter is a better bet for a Christmas completion.

5. Building Regulations approval and tendering – You can run these concurrently but they will both take more or less another three weeks.

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Book Reviews A Gift for You at Christmas We’ve got Christmas all wrapped up this year, with a set of books designed to have every aspect of the holiday covered. If all else fails though, there’s always the option of packing it all in and doing a runner…and we’ve thought of that as well.

The Tree: The Giving Tree

by Shel Silverstein What better kind of spruce this festive season than ‘The Giving Tree’. Loved by children and adults alike, this is a story about a little boy who grows up under the branches of a tree, and continues to take and take throughout his years into adulthood. If you don’t cry when you read this then quite frankly, you must have a heart of stone. It’s such a simple and touching story about our capacity to love and it’s perfect for some fireside snuggling up with whoever you have staying with you this Christmas.

The Gift: The Gift by Cecelia Ahern If you ever thought there weren’t enough hours in the day then meet Lou Suffern, a man who constantly needs to be in two places at once and who is struggling to keep up. He finds it impossible to really ‘be’ in the present, whether it’s at work or at home with his family. One day he meets a homeless man called Gabe and, taking pity on him, sorts him out with a job in the post room. But there’s something not quite right about Gabe. He always appears to be in more than one place at once. It’s a bit ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ for modern times, and goes to prove that as we suspected, time really could be the greatest gift of all.

The Food: Great British Bake Off: Christmas

by Lizzie Kamenetzky ‘Stuff your face with plates of blinis, fah-lah-lah-lah lah’ or however it goes! Christmas simply can’t go wrong with Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry helping

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It’s packed with plenty of inspiration without causing you too much perspiration whilst slaving over a hot stove. It could be a present to yourself…or whoever you’ve talked into doing the cooking.

The Weather: Let it Snow by John Green, Maureen Johnson and Lauren Myracle Here are three touching and romantic stories that all stem from one incident, as a young girl decides to ditch the stranded train she was travelling on and heads out into the blizzard. The tales then take place over the following few days as the residents of Gracetown struggle to cope with the Christmas Eve storm. Written by some of today’s best-selling authors they are like three perfectly wrapped little stocking fillers.

The Family: A Proper Family Christmas by Chrissie Manby Whenever someone tells you this is what they want, they mean the nostalgic Christmas card, cookie cutter image. They don’t mean the arguments, tears and recriminations that usually go hand in hand with the festive season. This is the story of two clashing families, brought together by the need to help the Buchanan’s seriously ill daughter, Izzy. The matriarch, Annabel, was adopted and so needs to find her own biological parents to see if Izzy can be saved. It sounds like a tear-jerker but it’s a warm and fuzzy one for Christmas.

The Escape Plan: Eat, Pray, Love

by Elizabeth Gilbert If all else fails and you really can’t stand your in-laws, or even your husband for any amount of time past Boxing Day, then why not just escape from it all? At 3am, Elizabeth’s seemingly perfect life is keeping her up and making her depressed. So, she ups sticks and heads off in pursuit of happiness. Her travels take her to Italy, India and then on to Bali, finding food for her soul and her belly along the way. It’s the perfect antidote to all that forced happiness and fun.

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Children & Education

The Diary of a Local Mum Bursting with Pride.

Parenthood brings with it many emotions.

The love you feel for your new little bundle when your child first makes its entrance into the world is overwhelming. As they grow they bring you joy, happiness and excitement.

They can make you worry beyond belief, and once they learn how to push your buttons they can also make you see red from time to time.

However, one of the emotions I was not expecting to feel quite so much of was pride.

My kids make me proud every day. Now don’t get me wrong, they’re not child prodigies. They haven’t been moved up in school and taken A levels at the age of 9. It’s highly unlikely that either of them will ever win a Nobel Peace Prize.

They’re never, ever going to win X Factor (I say that with confidence, as unfortunately they’ve both inherited my vocal ability and their Dad hasn’t contributed any more tuneful genes either). I’d be very, very surprised if one (or both) of them ran for Prime Minister, but they may go down in history for something, you never know. Only time will tell what mark they will choose to leave on the world, but that’s not the point. It’s not the scale of their achievements that makes me proud – in fact, it’s quite the opposite. When you become a parent, the tiniest little thing can fill you with more pride than you ever thought possible.

Their first tentative steps on their own. The first time they ask to go to the toilet. When you witness them being kind and considerate to another child. The second they walk on stage at any school performance, regardless of what happens when they open their mouths.

A smile, a photograph, reciting a nursery rhyme unprompted... the simplest thing can make your heart swell.

Recently, my daughter was interviewed on Radio Derby. She wasn’t the star of the show, by any means, and she hadn’t been invited to speak because of her extensive knowledge on any particular subject. Rather, she just happened to be standing in the right place at the right time during a local event and she didn’t run away when she saw the reporter’s microphone.

However, when her ‘interview’ (10 second clip) was played out on air the next morning I almost burst into tears! It was a ridiculous reaction that I was totally unprepared for, but I could not have been more proud if she’d just won an Oscar.

That was my little girl, talking on the radio for all the world to hear (well, Derbyshire at least).

She spoke spontaneously, clearly and coherently, and didn’t appear at all fazed by the microphone.

I recorded the interview but have now been banned by my daughter from playing it to relatives or even mentioning it again.

While my daughter exudes confidence, my little boy is naturally less so. He gets anxious about things which I can completely relate to. As a Mum, my first instinct is always to give him a hug and protect him from whatever’s making him nervous but I realise I can’t do that forever – taking your Mum to a job interview so that she can hold your hand and give you a hug when it all gets too much just wouldn’t be right, so I have to hold back and watch. He was recently moved to a different group in swimming, and knowing his character I realised this change would be a big thing for him. Watching him take a deep breath, control his nerves and jump bravely into the pool again made me well up, and I really had to fight back the urge to rush in and cuddle him.

Whatever my little ones do or achieve in their lifetime I know for a fact that I will be proudly watching nearby, holding back the tears, while they mutter “Pull yourself together Mum you’re, like, soooooo embarrassing!”

By Helen Young

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Holly’s Column Mr Cooper A year ago I interviewed Mr Cooper who had just claimed the role of head teacher at Belper School. Now, a year later, I’ve returned to ask how him he feels the first year has gone.

On a scale of 0 - 10 (where 0 is disastrous and 10 is fantastic) how would you rate the year?

8 – I’m really pleased with so many aspects, in particular how many stepped up and got involved in making the school an even better place. It wouldn’t get a 10 as there are many things still to do!

Has anything surprised you about the school now that you’ve got to know it?

How tremendous the muffins are. Never saw that one coming. On a serious note there were no real surprises – if anything I had really high expectations of the quality of relationships within the school and they proved even better than I expected.

Did you keep your New Year’s Resolutions?

(Get fit, lose weight, work hard, enjoy yourself and be happy).

I certainly enjoyed myself and am happy. I definitely worked hard too. As for getting fit and losing weight… that’s very difficult with the temptation of chocolate muffins and jam tarts!

The GCSE results were the best ever! Can you identify what was different this year?

Determination and the belief that we had a vision and goal to achieve, then a tremendous amount of graft to get there. The students deserve so much praise and credit for making the difference.

We’ve had Ofsted in recently. What did they think of the school?

I’m delighted for the school and very proud of what they said – they judged us as good in all areas, which on the current inspection framework is very difficult to get so we are really pleased. The part of the report that makes me smile the most is the quote that the school is ‘happy’.

Some people in Belper are still posting comments on Facebook about their belief in the school having a uniform. What are your views on this?

At some point there will be a discussion on dress code and uniform. It is good practice to review all aspects of school life on a continuous basis so there will be discussions on plenty of different elements over time. The priority was getting the results up and having a successful Ofsted.

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Do you watch any of the reality programmes about schools, such as ‘Educating Essex’ and ‘Too Tough to Teach’? Do you feel they are a true reflection of life in a secondary school?

I dabble every now and again! Secondary schools are so different from each other so it is hard to compare them and say whether they are a true reflection. I worry sometimes that editing can distort how life is in schools and give the wrong impression.

Would you consider Belper School being the subject of such a programme?

We were approached last year and I was asked if we would take part in an ‘Educating Belper’ programme! I thanked them profusely for enquiring but politely turned them down. We have done really well as a school in a short space of time but our improvements are fragile and very much green shoots; we need to build on this so as tempted as I was we need to keep the focus. School improvement is not a continuous upward trend and there will be bumps along the road. For now, we focus on the drive!

By Holly Pridmore from Belper, age 14

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Community

Friendship Blooms Show your appreciation for a fellow member of the community; it may be a friend, a family member or maybe someone you’ve come into contact with who provides a wonderful service or who works hard to Beverley Kennedy, Floraline make a 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.

The recipient of this issue’s bouquet is Janine Pye of Belper, nominated by Bethan Woodfine also of Belper.

Here’s what Bethan wrote: “I would like to nominate Janine Pye, why? Well if anybody embodies the term “community spirit” it’s Janine. Despite having children she finds time to be actively involved in local activities and help run them.

Janine has been part of Pottery PSA for years helping Pottery School fund raise yearly. If that wasn’t enough she is also part of the Heage Windmillers and again fund raises for them and various other roles.

How do I know her? Well I am the manager of Ladybirds Pre-school. Janine has been involved in helping the pre-school to be the amazing nurturing setting it is. She comes to help all pre-school’s fund raising, she comes to help clean and sort equipment and she generally gets stuck in with whatever needs doing.

She is a very special lady and I thank you from all at Ladybirds Pre-School.” Bethan Woodfine 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!

Bethan Woodfine (left) presents the bouquet to Janine Pye & her daughter Emily

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.

Closing date for nominations for the next issue is Friday 2 January 2015.

Poem: Cake

Oh new and shiny cake stand You’re great for all to see So tantalising and teasing When I get you out for tea Victoria Sponge, Battenburg, Jam and clotted cream scones, Eccles cake and iced buns But never ice cream cones Should I choose egg custard, Chocolate brownie or lemon tart, Those French fancies are so alluring The desire of my heart But STOP, it’s too much temptation Self-control I must seek You’re going back in the cupboard Well, at least until next week.

By Sue Parker of Belper

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Your Horoscope December 2014 and January 2015 The Cosmos during December and January A very happy New Year to you all!

The first major planetary shift of 2015 sees Saturn, the planet of responsibility and discipline, in Sagittarius for the first time in 30 years. Having last transited this sign in 1985-87, Saturn will dip back into Scorpio from June 2015 to September 2015 and then stay permanently until December 2017. At its most positive we can expect to see a refocusing on love, tolerance and finding spiritual meaning, particularly in the areas of religion and belief systems. Education, governments, laws and our world views will all come to the forefront during the years ahead. Venus, the love planet, moves from down-to-earth Capricorn into unpredictable Aquarius on the 4th, bringing relationships and partnerships into focus. Mars gets emotional and dreamy in Pisces after the 12th; positive creative energy is available to all! The full moon is in Cancer on the 5th and the new moon is in Aquarius on the 20th.

ARIES: MARCH 21 - APRIL 20 You’re making your plans to ensure a very successful 2015. The high point of your chart is full of exceptional planetary energy, urging you to forge ahead with your ideas. Personal development is also positively highlighted; there may be new options on the table. January: Saturn in far-reaching Sagittarius arrives at the point in your chart concerned with higher knowledge and education. This is an important year for Aries as renewed focus on top priority projects really gets underway. The full moon on the 20th brings innovative people your way.

TAURUS: APRIL 21 - MAY 21 Your finances and assets are top priority for you this month with three planets occupying this important sector of your chart. The new moon in Capricorn on the 22nd entices you to take the opportunity to do something fresh and brand new, ultimately broadening your horizons. January: Energetic Mars is at the highpoint of your chart, confirming that this is another important phase for developing your career as new opportunities may advance your strengths. It’s a good time to make important decisions before Mars moves into Pisces on the 12th.

GEMINI: MAY 22 - JUNE 21 Three planets occupy the relationship area of your chart, signalling a time to deal with any past issues that may be holding you back. The full moon on the 6th in your sign really does pave the way to letting go of any outmoded situations. Channel your energies into constructive possibilities. January: Serious Saturn is now in the relationship sector of your chart, and a close review will be necessary. Knowledge gained during 2014 will assist you in making important decisions. A short term goal also needs attention; for best results use the innovative new moon energy on the 20th.

CANCER: JUNE 22 - JULY 22 As an emotional Cancerian, you are ruled by the ebb and flow of the moon; December is a really powerful time for you. The Capricorn new moon on the 22nd brings exciting new opportunities your way and creative new beginnings now in force should definitely be followed up. January: The New Year starts with a potent full moon in your sign on the 5th. Optimism and positive thinking will make a vital difference to your current plans and help things to go your way. The full moon on the 20th highlights your finances; use your intuition to make the right decisions.

LEO: JULY 23 - AUGUST 23 Creativity is high on your agenda this month as many of your new ideas and projects can now move forward and finally get underway. The Gemini full moon on the 6th is of particular relevance for you, highlighting your dealings with others and your talent for inspiring those around you. January: With four planets in the work sector of your chart, January will not be a party for fun loving Leo! Planning and restructuring is a strong focus for you this month. Your health is also a priority and with disciplined Saturn newly arrived in this area, a new wellbeing regime will be important.

VIRGO: AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 22 Home and family life are in the spotlight this month; the full moon on the 6th may well bring events to a head.

You may need to avoid rash decisions and the instinct to hurry certain projects. Things should settle down after the 17th as Mercury, your ruler, moves into level-headed Capricorn. January: Four planets in responsible Capricorn occupy the most creative part of your chart; this is definitely the month to get new projects up and running. Energetic Mars in Aquarius is also assisting with innovative and pioneering ideas. The new moon on the 20th is ideal for new beginnings.

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Community LIBRA: SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23 Communication, networking and connecting are all in the spotlight this month. Your real forte is organisation now; it’s time for clearing up any unfinished tasks before considering more far reaching plans.

The Solstice on the 21st brings a career opportunity into focus. January: Your home and domestic life are in the spotlight this month as four planets light up this important area. Venus, your ruler, moves into innovative Aquarius on the 4th bringing important insights your way. The exciting Aquarian new moon on the 20th brings a new sense of adventure.

SCORPIO: OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22 December is a powerful month for Scorpios; establishing new contacts gives you a head start. Mars, your secondary ruler, moves into innovative Aquarius on the 5th bringing home and family issues into the spotlight.

The Sun moves into Capricorn on the 22nd bringing an exciting opportunity. January: Saturn is finally out of your sign (for the moment anyway!). This brings a breath of fresh air for Scorpios who have found the last few years rather heavy going. Jupiter is in the career sector of your chart and with the energy of the Cancerian new moon on the 5th, a brand new chapter is opening up.

SAGITTARIUS: NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 21 With three planets occupying your sign, this is the month for new plans and ideas to take shape. Your sense of independence and individual freedom is sharpened, but best not to take any unwise risks.

The full moon on the 6th brings an important relationship issue into focus. January: Saturn, the planet of duty and responsibility, has arrived in your sign – life may well be getting rather serious from now on.

You would do well to have a clearing out period, as accumulated clutter can hold you back. Your ruler is in creative Leo and shines on all your inventive and productive abilities.

CAPRICORN: DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 20 Motivational and energetic Mars leaves your sign on the 5th; be sure to get any practical projects done and dusted by then. The Sun, Mercury and Venus highlight the more introspective part of your chart and you may well find that your intuition and compassion are at an all-time high. January: Four planets occupy your sign at the start of this very important year. Energetic Mars puts the spotlight on your finances and some innovative planning ahead may well be needed here. Serious Saturn is now in a strong position in your chart, urging you to use your intuition for developing new plans.

AQUARIUS: JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 18 Motivational Mars enters your sign on the 5th, bringing your vitality and energy to a new level. Jupiter is abundantly active in your opposite sign of Leo, positively boosting your optimism and good faith. The full moon on the 6th illuminates your creativity and brings a personal opportunity your way. January: Energetic Mars is strong in your sign until the 12th; you should be feeling very enthusiastic about your plans for the year ahead. The full moon on the 5th brings an important career opportunity to light and the new moon in your sign on the 20th sees an exciting new beginning.

PISCES: FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20 Three planets culminate at the highest point in your chart this month – be ready for change and a new lease of life! Group and team work are positively emphasised, particularly after the new moon in industrious Capricorn on the 22nd. This is a great time for your personal ambition. January: Disciplined Saturn is now at the highest point in your chart, ensuring a practical and productive few years ahead! This is the best time to channel your energy into constructive enterprises. Positive breakthroughs will be sure to occur if you follow your intuition with renewed vigour and self-confidence.

By Christine Chalklin - Astrologer

What does 2015 look like on a personal level for you?

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Christine Chalklin Inspirational Astrologer and Life Coach, www.restyleyourlife.co.uk Christine@restyleyourlife.co.uk Telephone: 07813 483549 To advertise contact Ruth: T: 01332 883140 M: 07545 261034 E: ruth@allthingslocal.co.uk

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For a free initial meeting to see how we can protect your financial position on a relationship breakdown call Ben Stubbins on:

It is a worrying time for most people who will be concerned as to where they are going to live and what money they will have to live on. There may be children to consider, income will change, there will be the family home to sort out but perhaps also a family run business or more than one property and pensions to divide up or preserve.

Creating two positive separate futures from one is not easy but here at Shacklocks our specialist family solicitors are very experienced in all aspects of the financial implications of relationship breakdown.

You can expect strong practical advice, support on your side and dedication to resolving matters in a constructive way.

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OPENING 2016

• Large 1 & 2 bedroom apartments

The forthcoming Richmond Aston-on-Trent retirement village is situated in the quintessential English village of Aston-on-Trent in South Derbyshire. Steeped in history, it has the benefit of a lovely rural village setting and easily accessible to both the north and south of the country via the M1.

Providing more than just retirement living, Richmond Aston-on-Trent will offer an aspirational lifestyle.

SALES & MARKETING SUITE NOW OPEN! Please pop in and join us for a coffee in our new suite: Willow Park Way, Aston-on-Trent, Derbyshire DE72 2DF

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Community Care Homes For Loved Ones

Residential Care | Nursing Care | Dementia Care | Respite Care | Day Care

Ashmere care homes are dedicated to the care and well being of their residents. Each home has a wonderful feeling of family and belonging. It’s a philosophy we know very well, Ashmere is a family run business spanning three generations.

Codnor Park: 88 Glass House Hill, Codnor, DE5 9QT The Firs: 90 Glass House Hill, Codnor, DE5 9QT Smalley Hall: Main Road, Smalley, DE7 6DS King William: Lowes Hill, Ripley, DE5 3DW

Valley Lodge: Bakewell Road, Matlock, DE4 3BN Kidsley Grange: 160 Heanor Road, Smalley, DE7 6DX West Hallam: Newdigate Street, West Hallam, Ilkeston DE7 6GZ

Telephone: 0845 602 2059 | Web: www.ashmere.co.uk | Email: derbys@ashmere.co.uk

Upbeat In this edition of All Things Local, your local Safer Neighbourhood policing team would like to offer advice to residents for a crime-free Christmas and New Year.

Christmas is a busy time of year for everyone, even criminals, so officers are sharing their top security tips to help you and your family stay safe over the festive season.

Enjoy a crime-free Christmas: • Ensure that windows and doors are kept locked and that any valuables, including gifts, are kept out of sight; • When out shopping, carry your bag close to you with the clasp facing inwards. Keep it zipped up, and make sure your wallet or purse can’t be seen; • Ensure that any shopping bags are stored securely in the boot of the vehicle and not left on show to catch the eye of a passing criminal; • For added security, register your valuables for free on the secure website www.immobilise.com. This will help police to reunite you with your property should it be stolen and then recovered.

Stay safe this New Year: • Personal safety is paramount, so if you are heading out over Christmas and New Year, make sure you that have your keys, money and phone.

Always let someone know what time you will be home and how you will be getting there; • Don’t drink and drive. Drink or drug driving can be fatal.

If you are going out for the evening, stick to soft drinks if you are driving. Nominate a designated driver who can get you all home safely; • Know your alcohol limits. We want people to go out and have a safe and enjoyable evening. Anti-social behaviour, particularly related to alcohol, is one of our top priorities and we will be taking action against those who commit it.

Finally, we hope that you all have a happy and crime-free Christmas and New Year!

If you would like more advice or to contact your local Safer Neighbourhood policing team, call 101, the non-emergency number for Derbyshire police, or visit the website: www.derbyshire.police.uk.

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Community Diary December 2014/January 2015 December 3rd, 10th & 17th: Take Heart (Derby) Afternoon swims at The Queens Leisure Centre, Cathedral Rd.,Derby for members and their carers. 3.15-4pm.

Michael Flude 01332 380219, Pam Fearn 01332 606563. www.takeheartderby.co.uk 5th: The Derwent Singers present their annual Carol Concert. St Peter’s Church, Church St., Littleover at 7.00pm, with children from St. Peter’s School.

Directed by Richard Roddis. Tkts & info: 01283 561826 or tickets@derwentsingers.org.uk 6th: Take Heart (Derby) present Walking Back to Health. 3 or 5 miles. Meet on the sports ground car park on Shardlow Road, Aston-on-Trent at 9.30am to register with David Rowe or call him on 01332 767368.

6th: Derwent Brass present a Charity Christmas Concert in aid of RNIB. With opera singer Denise Leigh and musician Stefan Andrusyschyn. Landau Forte College Theatre, Fox St. Derby. 7.30pm.Tkts £8 & £9. Children under 14 half price. Prior booking advisable. Tel: 01332 605578 or www.derwentbrass.com 6th: Christmas Craft and Gift Fair, 10am-2pm, Sports Club, Shaw Lane, Holbrook.

7th: Grand Central Chorus & Guests present The Christmas Show. May Hall, Trent College, Derby Rd., Long Eaton. NG10 4AD at 4.30pm. Christmas songs & Barbershop quartet “Finest Hour”. Trent College Band. Compered by Len Matthews. Tkts £10, children under 10 £5 from Chorus members, or Heaps, 81 Main St., Long Eaton or Brian Sargent 01773 749737 (publicity.gcc@gmail.com) www.grandcentralchorus.com 8th: Heanor Floral Art Group’s Christmas Party. Wilmot Street Welfare Centre, Heanor at 7.00pm.

9th: Take Heart (Derby) present their Christmas Luncheon at Littleover Lodge. To Book: Barbara Rowe 01332 767368.

11th: The Derwent Singers present their annual Carol Concert at Borrowash Methodist Church, Nottingham Rd. at 7.30pm. Directed by Richard Roddis.

Tkts & Info: 01283 561826 or tickets@derwentsingers.org.uk 11th: A Christmas Evening. Lots of Festive Fun, 7pm-9.30pm, Sports Club, Shaw Lane, Holbrook.

11th: Kyleburn Historical Society presents “Georgians, Jitties & Gingerbread” by Keith Blood at Kilburn Baptist Chapel Schoolroom, Highfield Road at 7.30pm.

Members and children under 16 FREE. Guests £2 at the door.

13th: Derbyshire Branch of the Embroiderer’s Guild Christmas Buffet. Quiz & Challenge – this year making & decorating a Christmas stocking. Derbyshire House, Sherwin St., Derby DE22 1GP. 1.30pm for 2.00pm. Visitors welcome. Info: 01773 835995 or email janet.austin2@btinternet.com 16th: Take Heart (Derby) present a festive Coffee Morning for members and friends. 10.30-11.30am. The Cube, Chapel St., Derby. DE1 3GU. Michael Flude 01332 380219, Pam Fearn 01332 606563. www.takeheartderby.co.uk 27th: Take Heart (Derby) present a 4 mile walk around Milton and Foremark Hall, meeting on Main St., Milton, Derby DE65 6EF. 10am.

January 10th: Derbyshire Branch of the Embroiderer’s Guild present “Stitches and Stuff” by Anne Humberstone. Derbyshire House, Sherwin St., Derby DE22 1GP. 1.30pm for 2.00pm. Visitors welcome. Info: 01773 835995 or email: janet.austin2@btinternet.com 16th: Waingroves Drama Group’s tkts available from today for Aladdin. Waingroves Community Centre from 11th-14th Feb. Phone Ann Haddon 01773 745118 to book.£5 adults, £3.50 children.

20th to 24th: Little Eaton Players present Snow White featuring The Little Eaton Dance School at Little Eaton Village Hall. 7pm. Matinee on 24th at 2pm.

Tkts £7 (Tue/Wed) £8 (Thur-Sat) available from Little Eaton Newsagent. Info: littleeatonplayers@hotmail.co.uk Please check events with the venue/organiser as the publisher accepts no responsibility if events are changed/cancelled following publication.

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Community

Local History: The Cromford Canal Company Proposed canals and railways to join the Cromford Canal that were not always built.

In the years following the opening of the canal, communities close but not connected to the canal could see the benefits in the reduced transport costs and hence the reduction in cost of coal and other goods. Therefore, wishing to benefit from these reductions, proposals were made to build railways and canals to join the Cromford Canal.

The Belper Railway On the 24th September 1801, Mr George Benson Strutt wrote to the Canal Company stating “This place and a populous neighbourhood want a permanent and effectual supply of coal, which might be obtained from the Cromford Canal if a railway was made from that canal to Belper” and he asked for the support of the Company for the proposal and also if they would consider a reduction in their tonnages (costs of carriage).

The Canal Committee replied on the 25th September 1801, asking for a plan of the railway, estimated cost, tolls to be charged and any other information deemed necessary. A further letter, dated the 7th October, acknowledged receipt of the plans of the intended railway to start from the canal at Bull Bridge to Blackbrook. The route of the railway, or stoneroad, would follow the line of the modern A610 to Ambergate, where it would cross the River Derwent and follow the line of the Derwent across the Wyver to Belper Bridge, crossing the A517, terminating at Plains Lane at Blackbrook. The Company also agreed on the reduction of tonnages.

On the 20th June 1802, Mr Strutt wrote to Mr Evans, secretary of the Canal Company, stating “railway plans are suspended but the plan is still very desirable.” There is no other record and the railway was never built.

The Bakewell to Cromford Canal At a special General Assembly of the Cromford Canal Company on the 19th November 1802, it was resolved that the Company encourage the proposal to build a canal from Bakewell to the Cromford Canal. At this meeting, it was also resolved that there would be a reduction in tonnages for coal and all goods carried on the proposed canal from the Cromford Canal, if the proprietors of the Peak Forest Canal also agreed to such a reduction on their tonnages.

The canal would start at the Cromford Canal, where the later Lea Arm now runs, onward to Lea Bridge, turning westwards towards Cromford Bridge. From Cromford Bridge the canal would follow a line north of the Derwent to Matlock Bridge, roughly following the line of the A6, to Darley Dale and Rowsley. At Rowsley, the canal would cross the Derwent and follow north of the river Wye to Haddon Hall, where it was to be taken in a tunnel under

the Hall, finally terminating at Bakewell. There are no further records and the canal was never built, probably due to the costs of this difficult engineering enterprise.

The Mansfield to Pinxton Canal In February 1803, a letter was received from Mr Vickers of Mansfield to the Cromford Canal Company stating that at a public meeting in Mansfield, a resolution was passed to seek the assistance of the Cromford Canal Company in the building of a canal between the Cromford Canal at Pinxton and the town of Mansfield. In reply, the Company agreed in principle and would await further details.

No other record of the proposed canal appears to exist, but on the 31st May 1809, a proposal to construct a railway from Mansfield to Pinxton was received from a Mr Peter Hoad of Mansfield. The Company replied that they had no objections to the making of the railway but could give no assistance to the measure. The railway was completed in 1819 and much of it still exists today.

To find out more about the Cromford Canal, its history, and plans for its restoration, go to The Friends of the Cromford Canal website: www.cromfordcanal.org.uk.

By Bert Crump

Stamp & Deliver Scout Christmas Post: Save Money and Support the Community

Derby and District Scouts are proud to announce they will be delivering Christmas cards in envelopes bearing 25p stamps, which have been posted in distinctive yellow boxes during December.

The boxes are sited within local shops, businesses, churches, pubs and clubs etc. courtesy of their owners or organisers without whose generous support ‘Stamp and Deliver’ could not continue to raise much needed funds for Scouting and other vital charities. This year’s two chosen charities are Oesophageal Patients Association and Derbyshire Blood Bikes.

A full list of delivery areas can be found at www.stampanddeliver.com. Collections from the boxes start on Tuesday 2 December. Final collection and the closure of all stamp sales points is 3pm on Tuesday 16 December. The service aims to deliver all correctly addressed mail before Christmas Eve. A telephone hotline operates during the scheme: 07930 760655 and emails can be sent to mail@stampanddeliver.com

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Clubs, Societies, Groups, Classes Belper

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

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

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

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

Details from 01246 865170 or www.belperfolkclub.co.uk Belper Harriers Joggers Jog Derbyshire group.Meets at Belper Leisure Centre. For all jogging abilities.

Tuesdays 7pm. Contact Geoff: 07802 657321 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.

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

David Howarth: 07726 694618.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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 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 850263.

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 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 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 Bridge Club Meets every Friday at 6.50pm at the Masonic Hall, Campbell St, Belper.

All welcome. www.bridgewebs.com/belper

Belper Stroke Club Belper Leisure Centre, off Kilbourne Road, Belper, 2pm to 4pm on alternative Tuesdays. 01773 824804.

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 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 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 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).

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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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 Karate with Ronin Budo Training on Tuesdays 7.30-8.30pm Belper Strutt Centre.

More info: Call Charles Spring 07980 639437 or go to http://www.facebook.com/RoninBudo or email: charlesspring@btinternet.com 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.

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

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 Mid Derbyshire Green Party 1st & 3rd Monday of each month. 7pm at the Bull’s Head, Dalley Lane, Belper Lane End. Info: Sue MacFarlane, sue@the-macfarlanes.co.uk 01773 423758.

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.

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.

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 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.

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 Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language Class and Toddler Talk 0-3 yrs. Teach your baby to communicate before they can talk, help your toddler learn skills needed for pre-school. Tuesdays at The Lion Hotel, Bridge Street, Belper DE56 1AX. 10.00-11.00am Toddlers, 11.15am-12.15pm Babies. Contact beccid@tinytalk.co.uk

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Little Black Book Toddler Group Every Wednesday 10-11.30am in the Belper Community Hall 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.

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.

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 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 lasting 1 hour. Meet inside Belper Leisure Centre Wednesday at 2.30pm.

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

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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.

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

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

Patricia Cooke: 01332 660837.

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 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.

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 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.

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

Call 01332 882535 or 07545 551890 for details.

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.

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

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

New members welcome. Sylvia Owen: 01773 824534.

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

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

Contact: Richard Ward, 01773 857232 or 07795 420505.

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

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 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 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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

Little Black Book Holbrook Miners Welfare Bowls Club Holbrook Miners Welfare Club Shaw Lane, Holbrook.

Details from Sharon Stevens: 01332 781403.

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

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

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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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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Little Black Book 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 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.

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 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.

Little Stars Drama Class Little Eaton Village Hall, every Thursday 4-5pm. For children age 5-11.

Contact Fliss Goldsmith 07718 487079 or flippanccreative@yahoo.co.uk for FREE trial session.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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 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.

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Amber Valley Access Group Contact Keith Boot 07980 591801.

Email info@avag.org.uk www.avag.org.uk

Amber Valley Tai Chi Chuan Kawagishidojo (formerly the Riverside Gardens Centre) Milford. Tuesdays 6.30-8pm. Beginners Welcome. Call: 01332 890460 for details or email: sifu@ambervalleytaichichuan www.ambervalleytaichichuan.co.uk

Amber Valley Camcorder Club Marehay Miners Welfare, Derby Road, Ripley, meet alternate Tuesdays 7.45pm from September to June.

Geoff Thompson: 01773 748559.

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.

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.

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.

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

Supporting stroke survivors. Call Mary 01773 747813.

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Karate & Kick Boxing with Ronin Budo Training on Thursdays 7.30-8.30pm for Karate, 8.30-9.30pm for Kick Boxing.Milford Kawagishi Dojo Riverside Fitness Centre.

Info: Charles Spring 07980 639437 or go to http://www.facebook.com/ RoninBudo or email: charlesspring@btinternet.com

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 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 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 Welfare, Derby Road, Marehay, Ripley. Ballroom, Latin American & Classical. Mum’s & Children’s class, Saturdays 9.45-10.45am.

Adult’s practice/tuition class, Mondays 7.30-8.30pm. Private lessons by appointment: Brenda Jackson 01773 749948.

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

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

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

Info: Terry Thorpe 01773 743471

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

Contact: Christine Byard 01773 745170.

Ripley and District Gardening Club Every third Saturday at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley 3pm to 5pm. New members very welcome.

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

David: 01773 744031.

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

Details from Roland: 01773 746543.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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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.

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