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Hello readers

You may recall earlier in the year that I wrote about a long weekend we’d spent in Krakow, Poland to celebrate our friends’ birthdays. Well, as a birthday surprise for me, Roy treated me to a weekend away to another Polish city called Wroclaw with the same friends (they loved Krakow as much as we did). Wroclaw is only a 2 hour flight from East Midlands Airport. Whilst I wasn’t too happy at having to get up at 2.30am for our 6.30am flight, it was worth it after we landed in Poland and took the short 20 minute transfer to our apartments. Our one-bedroomed apartments were superb with great furnishings and facilities (including a dishwasher and washing machine). They were also surprisingly inexpensive, considering they were only a minute’s walk to the main central square of Wroclaw and about the same to walk in the opposite direction to the beautiful River Odra where we took a boat trip from one of the riverside bars. Wroclaw is a friendly city with a very laid-back vibe. Your money goes a long way while you’re there too which is always a bonus!

Wroclaw is a wonderful place for people of all ages. There are approximately 500 little bronze gnomes dotted around the city – and whilst you’d think that gnome-spotting would be a past-time for the under-15s, we found ourselves getting excited every time we spotted a new one! Whilst a lot of the old town with its Gothic spires and Baroque palaces is pedestrianised, you can easily download an app and hire a scooter to get around too. Another great way of seeing the city is to take a tour on an electric golf-buggy-type vehicle. All-in-all, we had a fabulous weekend with fabulous weather.

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Contents Competitions & Puzzles Prize crossword – Win a 2 course Sunday lunch for 2 people at The Bull’s Head, Denby Village Children’s Puzzles Friendship Blooms – FREE FLOWERS! Champagne Sudoku

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Business & Professional Lifestyle

Food, Drink, Entertainment Motors

Health, Beauty, Fitness

Home & Garden

Children & Education Community

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Prize Crossword

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1 Ritual (8) 2 Divided (5) 4 Head movement (3) 5 Necessities (12) 6 The mean value (7) 7 Beige (4) 8 Exploratory (12) 12 Adjust (5)

13 Tape container (8) 15 Crushes (7) 19 Foe (5) 20 Above (4) 22 Owns (3)

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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL Business & Professional Legal Matters Shacklocks Solicitors force you to provide detailed information, or it will

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Business & Professional

Money Matters:

“I Was Talking to My Mate Down the Pub, He Said…”

I’m often asked what I like most about being a Financial Adviser and there are many things.

(The odd one when I wish I wasn’t one, too!).

However, one of the best reasons is the job satisfaction. Especially when I see the ‘lightbulb moment’ when the penny drops with a client who realises they don’t have to worry so much about retiring and have enough to live off comfortably in their lives after work has finished.

Naturally, people worry about how they will make ends meet or continue to live a life retired that is more than just an existence.

A large part of my role is to help people understand their finances and this often involves an education process and explaining details at levels that a client comprehends. I point out that people live off their net pay and not their gross or ‘top line’. Seems obvious, but clients think they are trying to replace 100% of the gross salary. Once this starts to dawn on them, we focus on the other current living costs which can include running 2 cars for example or a mortgage, of which neither may be due once retired. A further breakdown may reveal they are saving sums of money religiously each month into pensions or savings which will also need to be removed from living costs post-retirement.

For all the criticism of the State Pension, more often than not the State Pension covers core living costs such as energy, water, Council Tax plus putting food on the

table. The State Pension wasn’t designed to cover holidays and hobbies.

Once this sinks in then the client realises that often their private and company pensions plus investments can be used towards the luxuries such as the Sky TV, holidays, hobbies and other discretionary costs. It’s then that their shoulders soften and a sigh breaks out as they feel relieved – they can manage to continue to live, not just exist. That’s the moment; the part of the job I like the most.

The ‘man down the pub’ can put all sorts of fear into the ears that listen but, when I see that magic moment when the clients realise they can afford to live and afford to retire, my smile breaks out and I feel good for them too.

So, have a chat with your Financial Adviser rather than the doom and gloom of the ‘mate down the pub’.

We can probably replace that frown with a smile of relief.

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Just a Thought...

Undercover Agent for the Snooze Another of those motivational, pithy, ginseng-wielding slogans zoomed into my life at double espresso shot pace recently. It read ‘Live life to the max, you can sleep when you are dead.’ It stopped me completely in my tracks, which is ironic really as I’m sure it was meant to make me leap into some Lycra and fist pump the air with enthusiasm.

If I were to push through every day, utilising every bit of my energy (which is generally that of a slightly animated sloth due to a chronic illness) just so I could Tweet #livingmybestlife, then my ‘time to sleep’ would certainly be exponentially expedited!

It isn’t just me though; I know so many people who feel they should be ‘doing’ more. They feel

they need to take their kids to more clubs, go out to more social occasions, get a promotion, get a better body. Why? What is our strange and profound fascination with always wanting, doing, showing or needing more?

Really it isn’t about us at all; it’s about what we think others think of us. I’d like to adapt our somewhat fustian phrase to appeal to a wider audience, a more realistic audience with the hope that they will feel a little lighter about life and a lot better about themselves. My slogan reads, ‘Live life as fully as YOU wish, YOU can sleep when YOU are tired.’ It may not sell t-shirts but I think it would look right at home on a pillow case.

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Life List It’s All Right For Some!

When faced with delayed pensions, jobs stolen by robots, and endless reality television (we were lucky with The Family in 1974!), you can see why the younger generation thinks that we’ve had the best of it.

Even their technology has helped us to catch up on decades of our favourite radio and TV programmes.

It wasn’t always that way though, as they sometimes need to be reminded. Here’s a list of conversation starters, with just a hint of exaggeration.

Our childhood was so deprived...

The school dinners were leftovers – from the dinners at other schools.

At Christmas we each got an orange painted stone.

We had a single pair of socks between three of us – a brown one and a blue one.

Our Father Christmas letter simply read: all donations gratefully received.

We made all our own decorations out of last year’s decorations.

We glued pencil shavings together to make a new pencil.

It was a treat to be sat outside the pub with a lemonade.

As dad was a keen gardener, we had to follow the rag and bone horse until we’d collected a bagful.

We were only allowed to stay up late to watch programmes we couldn’t understand.

All the kids in class knew you’d redecorated by the cover on your exercise book.

We were told that the radio only worked at teatime.

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Curiouser and Curiouser…

My curiosity can be piqued by all sorts of things.

If you are trying to find specific information it can become quite overwhelming. There is a vast amount of knowledge about all sorts of topics out there. For example, if you type ‘how to boil an egg’ into Google, there are around 670,000,000 results including 127,000,000 videos!

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If you want to discover something new, a trip to the library can help. The children’s section has plenty of books that explain all sorts of things, in simpler terms. I can learn how to draw dinosaurs, how GPS works and what it’s like to be a firefighter. This information doesn’t always go in, however, and I am still at a loss as to how most technology works.

There is a reason I’ve spent a lot of time in the children’s section though. I am determined not to pay the accidental fine accrued on my own library account... It just means I’m stuck with the kids’ books, so I’m learning all kinds of things thanks to my daughter’s library card and her need to read books about Pokémon.

According to my research on the internet, October 9th is International Curious Events Day. Apparently nobody is sure who invented it, or when, but that just adds to its curious nature.

So, what to do on a day like this?

Well, there are certainly plenty of curious events out there for you to ponder. You could research crop circles, annoy people by commenting about the moon landing being faked, or take a trip to the Bermuda triangle.

When Alice was in Wonderland she was minding her own business when a white rabbit piqued her curiosity. She followed it down a rabbit hole and ended up on an intriguing adventure filled with many curious events.

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But why do we need curiosity?

It is important for our development. If we didn’t have curiosity, we wouldn’t have any motivation to explore different things or develop our knowledge.

When we are interested in something, our brain engages further and releases dopamine.

Associated with rewarding experiences, it encourages us to seek more, thus keeping our interest and helping us to focus and retain information more successfully.

So, enjoy being curious and see where it leads. If there’s something you’ve always wondered about then today is the day to jump down the rabbit hole and follow your curiosity.

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Travel Winnipeg: Canada’s Gateway to the West On the edge of the prairies, Winnipeg is one of the sunniest cities in Canada, multicultural, vibrant and the capital of Manitoba. Named ‘Muddy Waters’ after the big lake out of town, it is located at the confluence of the Red River and the smaller Assiniboine where, before the Europeans arrived, the First Nations had been trading for thousands of years.

Times have changed but set in acres of greenery, the ‘Forks’ remain a popular meeting place.

In this National Historic Site, converted warehouses and new buildings beckon with craft shops and gleaming stores, al fresco cafés and a convivial market hall serving food from all over the world. Here’s the Old Spaghetti Factory, there’s a rail carriage full of Victorian candy, an art exhibition or the observation tower for stunning city views. Down by the water, wild flowers wave in the breeze, Canadian geese peck undisturbed and locals stroll quietly along the river or meditate under the trees, inspired by a painting or a poem on the back of a lonely seat. There’s bright sunshine in summer, dazzling ice in winter for skating on a rink or on the river trails used by commuters on their way to work.

On the northern bank of the Assiniboine, the grand Legislative Building is topped by a golden statue of Hermes, the god of trade, while around the corner, close to the Forks, Winnipeg claims the only museum in the world fully dedicated to human rights. In an innovative spiralling building inspired by mountains, clouds and prairies, twelve galleries lead up to the Tower of Hope, rising high above the city and the Red River spanned by the Esplanade Riel.

Honouring Manitoba’s founder and Métis leader, this iconic pedestrian bridge connects the Forks to the French Quarter, a lovely relaxing place

with early 1900s facades, restaurants, pastry shops and the rebuilt St Boniface cathedral, Mother Church of Western Canada. Equally enticing are Little Italy, Chinatown and the cool Osborne Village, well known for street art and ethnic eateries.

Meanwhile, in the south-west, the Assiniboine Park Zoo is a treat for animal lovers, its highly praised conservation project caring for almost 200 species on 80 acres of ground from pools and enclosures to dens and rugged areas. Spot a rare snow leopard or red panda, look out for reindeer, Arctic fox, yak, tiger, camels, snakes, poisoned dart frogs, butterflies and birds such as the colourful scarlet ibis, and much more. But, most breathtaking, is the ‘Journey to Churchill’, exhibiting the different habitats of North Manitoba and – in the best natural environment – looking after polar bears whose life would otherwise be threatened. Some are orphaned cubs, others fully-grown creatures who acquired a taste for human flesh. Also, loved by everyone in the park area, is the statue of Lieutenant Harry Colebourn and the young bear he rescued, calling her Winnie after Winnipeg, his Canadian home, and who was the inspiration for the legendary character of Winnie-the-Pooh.

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Lifestyle

Pauline Latham OBE MP In the summer, I was pleased to visit and open the newly refurbished Railway Hotel on King Street in Belper.

The pub closed to have a £270,000 refurbishment and has been transformed into a great traditional pub specialising in craft and cask ales as well as a large selection of gins. The pub Opening the newly refurbished Railway pub, in Belper Opening the newly refurbished Railway pub, is owned by in Belper Star Pubs and Bars which, in 2018, invested £44 million into its pubs.

I was invited to cut the ribbon to open the newly refurbished pub and it was fun being taught how to pull the perfect pint!

I was delighted to offer my congratulations to Soi Kitchens from Milford, on the A6, who have won the first runner up place in the prestigious Tiffin Cup. The Tiffin Cup is an Soi Kitchens, with their prestigious Soi Kitchens, with their award prestigious award annual British competition to find the best South Asian restaurant in the United Kingdom. Nominees are put forward by their MPs and, having visited Soi Kitchens when it first opened, I thought they were the perfect choice. One restaurant from every region is then shortlisted and invited to participate in the Grand Final cook-off event held in the House of Commons and is judged by MPs and guest celebrities, with the proceeds going to charity.

This year the guest celebrity was Ainsley Harriot. I am proud that a restaurant in my constituency has done so well, particularly as it is a relatively new business and I look forward to seeing their business grow over the coming years.

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Siobhan Fennell, founder of Accessible Belper, receives the British Citizen Award Siobhan Fennell, founder of Accessible Belper, receives the

Citizen Award ItBritish was my privilege to nominate Siobhan Fennell for the British Citizen Award and I was delighted that she received this prestigious award. Siobhan is the founder of ‘Accessible Belper’ and works tirelessly to educate the local community in Belper about disabled needs.

Despite Siobhan’s own health difficulties, she works incredibly hard to raise awareness of accessibility, inclusivity, and diversity within the community. The award is all about doing extraordinary things in the local community and Siobhan is an inspiration to us all.

In Parliament, I was pleased to meet with The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association, an organisation which does such amazing work across the country. They help blind and partially sighted people through the provision of guide dogs, mobility and other rehabilitation services and allows people with difficulties with their sight a greater sense of independence and companionship.

It is important that guide dogs are allowed to access all areas as they provide a lifeline to people and they need to be able to support their handlers in all circumstances. The adorable dogs, which included some young puppies, were extremely well behaved as they met many different MPs. Finally, I hold regular meetings with Derbyshire Wildlife Trust and, if you happen to be having a clear-out, I am aware that they are short of donations of good quality clothing and bric-a-brac in their Belper and Sadler Gate shops.

If you ever need my with The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association in Meeting with The Guide Dogs assistance in my role as your Meeting Parliament for the Blind Association in local MP with an issue that Parliament you have not been able to resolve yourself, please email pauline.latham.mp@parliament.uk or call 01332 676679.

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And Another Thing...

Tom and the Man Who Came to Dinner (Part 2) Ken, my oldest friend (who had invited himself to stay chez Hughes), was trying to be as unobtrusive as possible.

To make himself scarce during the day, he would either nurse a pint down The Old Paraffin Lamp, go for a long walk, or sit in the library and annoy the librarian with requests for obscure titles about fine art.

After a week and a half into Ken’s three day stay, the novelty value of a house guest began to wear rather thin on Sarah (My Dearly Beloved), who became prone to tugging at my hem, pulling me to one side and saying, “Tom, we can’t just keep him here forever.”

“He’s not here forever, he’s just couch surfing.”

“Well he can go and surf somewhere else, I’ve had enough.

He hasn’t even got a job.”

“The thing is, Ken doesn’t really ‘do’ jobs.”

“Oh doesn’t he now? Well I don’t really ‘do’ bed and breakfast, OK?” At which point, in sauntered Ken carrying the carpet sweeper, and staring at the rug in the hall.

“Well that’s another job out of the way – anything to help.”

Sarah barged past. “I’m going.”

“Anywhere nice, Sarah dear?”

“Not really, I’m going to work!” (Slam) Ken, looking hurt, examined the Ewbank. I decided that certain things needed pointing out to our house guest.

“Ken, old chum, the thing is, not that we don’t love you being here…”

“How kind, because I love being here.”

“That’s lovely but…”

Ken, pinny in hand, looked at me anxiously.

“But, well you haven’t got a job and well, we thought by now, you see the thing is, my friend Barry has a building company and he’s looking for labourers and I’ve had a word and well, you can actually start tomorrow.” Aghast, Ken’s knees gave way as he leaned against the occasional table for support.

“Listen, those hessian backed rugs weighed a ton. Anyway, I can’t work on a building site. It’ll…stop me looking for a job. Tom, why don’t we talk all this over in The Lamp?”

Three hours later and all seemed well with the world.

Ken was in a good mood as we both became lachrymose, reminiscing about our salad days. Unfortunately, the return from our bacchanalian reverie coincided with Sarah’s half day. Leaning on me for support, my rheumy-eyed pal looked on in wonder as half-closed suitcases began flying past our bemused gaze and onto the front path. “Listen here, Bootsy and Snudge – if you think I’m letting you two live high on the hog while I’m slaving away you can forget it. Here, clear out and go and find somewhere else to doss down.”

Two hours later, sober, chastened and of no fixed abode, we were sat at a taxi rank considering where to rest our bones. Ken was the first to speak.

“Listen Tom old darling, does this mean I’m homeless?”

“Well Ken, it’s like this – if my name is on the deeds and I’ve been given my marching orders, I don’t hold out much hope for you.”

After a night ringing round, I returned home to find Sarah sat at the kitchen table, nursing a cappuccino. Sheepishly, I popped my head around the corner. Without looking up Sarah asked, “Where’s Ken?” “Ken? He’s gone to stay with his Auntie Joan in Blackpool.

He said it was for the best. Anyway, he bought you this.”

I slid a box over to her. She looked up and lifted up the lid.

“A Victoria sponge? I suppose it’s quite apt.”

“I told him it was your favourite. I’ll get a knife.”

“I don’t want any just yet.”

“Working on a building site? With my back?”

“Well don’t leave it too long, the date’s up today.”

“Why, what’s up with your back?”

*Note to readers – Victoria sponge is very easily cleaned off cupboard doors.

“An old industrial injury.”

“Ken, you used to work in soft furnishings!”

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Food, Drink & Entertainment

Beer Buxton brewery’s first ever brew was mashed-in on a cold, dark, January 1st night in 2009. The brewhouse was the family garage and the batch size was about 40 litres.

The resulting pale ale was consumed with relish after a tantalising wait for fermentation and bottle-conditioning to run their course. Over the following months, recipes were tweaked, altered, thrown away and revived as they searched out information online and in countless books and picked the brains of generous and far more experienced brewers.

Within 12 months, following positive feedback and enthusiasm, the decision to take brewing to the next level and go ‘commercial’ was made and, for a while, Buxton ‘cuckoo-brewed’ at another local microbrewery. In January 2010, Buxton Brewery was born, brewing on a second-hand 800 litre plant in earnest.

Fast-forward 9 years and the team, which has steadily grown, is now based in a 7000 square foot modern building on Staden Lane, Buxton. Its custom designed and British-built brewhouse produces around 3500 litres per brew, 3 times per week.

The brewery, for me, has always been one that stands out, pushing the boundaries, making upwards of 30 distinct brews that not only have a nod to tradition, but also innovate, which means they are often imitated.

Separated by a restaurant and just 10ft, Buxton Brewery has two bars in which to enjoy the fruits of their labour. The informal ‘Tap House’ caters for everyone including families, serving great food in very comfortable surroundings, whereas the ‘Cellar Bar’ is more suited to the discerning drinker. It would be quite easy for Buxton Brewery to share many

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of the same beers in the two locations, given that the venues are essentially catering for different crowds.

However, on a recent visit, it was clear that their extensive portfolio enabled them to have a wide breadth of ales in both establishments, meaning I was really spoilt for choice.

One such beer – and a reason for the pilgrimage – was an Ice Cream Beer. Collaborating with Omnipollo brewery, they have created a range of beers that are topped with a slushy sorbet. I sought out the Original Vanilla Ice Cream Beer and also tried the Blueberry Frozen Yoghurt Ale and, in my opinion, the frozen ice did add something to the experience. Gimmicks aside, the first few sips I did struggle to taste the beer as I got mouthfuls of slush, which wasn’t too unpleasant in itself. The combination of the vanilla slush and the citrusy pale ale thereafter really works, adding depth and a real creaminess to the beer, which would normally be delivered by adding lactose to the brew. The yoghurt slush added a real ice-cold sharpness to what was already a relatively sour fruit beer and, on reflection, probably worked better given that the beer style was more akin to a dessert than the pale ale.

With their range available in cask, keg, bottle and cans, they have all the bases covered, and with the quality being such, it’s definitely worth the effort to visit (the Transpeak bus runs pretty regularly along the A6), or seek out their beers at your local bottle shop, to try them at home.

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Food, Drink & Entertainment

Recipe

Leek, Aubergine and Tomato Gratins Simpler to make than a vegetarian lasagne, but just as tasty. Serve with crusty bread and green salad for a family supper.

Serves: 4 Ready in: 55 minutes Ingredients: 1 large aubergine, trimmed and thinly sliced 3 tbsp olive oil 1 large leek, trimmed and halved widthways then cut into strips 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 600g bottle passata (sieved tomatoes) 2 tbsp tomato puree 2 tsp dried oregano Pinch of sugar Salt and freshly ground black pepper 200g ricotta cheese 150g mozzarella cheese, sliced

Method: Preheat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas mark 7. Brush the aubergine slices with 2 tbsp of the oil. Heat a large cast-iron griddle pan and cook the slices (in batches) for 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly charred and just tender. Set aside.

Blanch the leeks in a large pan of lightly salted water for 1 minute then refresh under cold water. Drain well and pat dry with kitchen paper.

Heat the rest of the oil in a frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add the onion and fry for 5 minutes then add the garlic and fry for a further 1-2 minutes. Add the passata, tomato puree, oregano and sugar and bring to the boil. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until reduced and thickened, stirring frequently. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Spread some of the sauce in the base of four shallow individual gratin dishes.

Cover with half the aubergine and leek then spread more tomato sauce on top.

Crumble over the ricotta cheese. Cover with the rest of the aubergine and remaining sauce.

Top with the mozzarella and the remaining leeks.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbling.

Top with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan (or vegetarian Italian-style hard cheese) mixed with brown breadcrumbs before baking to give a lovely golden crispy crust to the finished dishes.

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Word on Wine With the sun disappearing over the horizon, it is good to try and extend the summer feeling.

During a wine tasting in the summer, I came across a variety that I hadn’t tasted before and I really enjoyed it. It brought the sun of Southern Italy to England during the rain of the summer. This is the ancient white grape called ‘Falanghina’. Also known as ‘Falanghina Greco’, this is an old variety which is only found in Southern Italy. The variety was used to form the base of a wine made by the Romans called ‘Falernain’. Pliny, the Roman author, reported that in the first century AD the wine quality was falling as they were producing the grapes for quantity rather than quality. It is believed that the Greeks and Romans planted the original vines back as far as 800 – 750 BC. However, Falanghina survived the next 2 millennia and had a resurgence in the 1990s in the region of Campania in the hills surrounding Naples.

A good example of wine produced using the Falanghina grape is the Terredora di Paolo Falanghina 2018 from Majestic Wines. The Terredora Di Paolo winery is in the rugged landscape of Serra in Montefusco, in the Avellino region of Campania.

The winery sits on the ridge line above the Sabato River and is surrounded by its own group of vineyards.

It is part of the local ‘wine route’ and is among the neighbouring region of Irpinia’s 3 DOC areas. The vineyards consist of volcanic soils rich in limestone and clay and the vines survive the southern exposure to the sun during the hot summer days on windy hills, 400 – 650m above sea level.

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Available from: Majestic Wines, Ashbourne Road, Derby. £13.99 per bottle (£11.99 as part of a Mix Six) For more information please visit www.majestic.co.uk or terredorra.com.

If you like wine and would like to learn more, why not come along to one of our monthly meetings? Visit our website at www.kilburnwinecircle.weebly.com or contact me on 01159303712 for more details on our meetings and the variety of wines we will be tasting.

By David Savidge, Kilburn Wine Circle

The wine is made completely of the Falanghina grape from carefully selected vineyards of the area in early October. After the juices have settled, cool fermentation takes place using specially selected yeasts in stainless steel tanks. The wine is left for 3 months on its lees in the tank, which creates a vanilla hint without the use of ageing in oak barrels. This produces an easy drinking wine with intense nose and fresh crisp palate, with a well-balanced taste and a long pleasing finish.

Technical Details: Grapes: 100% Falanghina Appearance: Clean – straw yellow in colour with a greenish tint.

Nose / Aroma: Aromas of green apple and citrus flavours.

Taste: Fresh palate with hints of vanilla; a well-balanced crisp, acidy taste with long finish.

Alcohol by Volume: 13.5%.

Food match: The wine goes well with any starter, soup, shellfish or vegetable dish, buffalo mozzarella and fresh

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Motoring

Motoring

The Best Seven-seaters on Sale Today Need plenty of space, both for luggage and occupants too? You’ll want a seven-seater then.

Fortunately there are plenty of options, offering a choice of body styles from a variety of brands.

But which are best?

Land Rover Discovery This list was always destined to feature Land Rover’s go-anywhere Discovery. As well as seven comfortable seats, its off-road technology makes it just as capable of scaling steep inclines as it is making the weekly shopping run.

It’s expensive, but the Discovery comes loaded with equipment and is available with a range of engine choices.

Volvo XC90 The first-generation XC90 stormed the market thanks to its rock-solid build quality and efficiency. The latest edition continues the legacy, albeit with a lot more technology and equipment.

It’s also one of the safest cars on the market thanks to a raft of assistance systems.

For families, there are few better options than the XC90.

Seat Alhambra For the best possible passenger space, look no further than the Seat Alhambra. It may be a little outdated inside, but makes up for it with a huge amount of interior room.

It’s also surprisingly good to drive, and frugal, too.

Audi Q7 The big Q7 flies the flag for premium manufacturers here, offering that top-notch driving experience you’d expect from an Audi. A high-quality interior and silky-smooth petrol and diesel engines seal the deal.

There’s the all-conquering SQ7 available too – which puts many ‘normal’ performance cars to shame.

Tesla Model X Representing the electric contingent is Tesla’s Model X. Spaceship-like in design, it’s a real looker out on the road. A realistic 300-mile all-electric range means it’s usable for long-distance drivers, too.

Though it may be expensive to buy outright, the Model X justifies its high price tag with minimal running costs and plenty of performance.

Mercedes GLS The Mercedes GLS takes the fight to the Audi Q7, and having recently been updated, packs more technology and features than ever before. A longer wheelbase than the car it replaces means there’s more space than before, and improved legroom for all occupants.

As the Alhambra is not a new model, you’re likely to find good deals at the forecourt.

The interior of the car has been vastly overhauled, with a full widescreen infotainment system helping to give the cabin a particularly high-tech feel.

Skoda Kodiaq Skoda hit the nail on the seven-seater head when it released the Kodiaq. Rock-solid build quality and incredible value for money meant that this Czech SUV enjoyed immediate popularity and has continued to do so.

Ford S-Max Though Ford’s S-Max has been around a little while now, it’s still one of the best-driving seven-seaters around, and offers genuine practicality as well. A range of frugal engines help to keep trips to the pump to a minimum, and build quality is solid.

It’s available with a range of efficient engines too, including a new performance-orientated model, the Kodiaq vRS.

A range-topping Vignale is now available, though even lower trims get a vast amount of standard equipment.

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Health, Beauty & Fitness

Derbyshire Walking: Horsley to Horsley Woodhouse Walk Type: Mainly footpaths through undulating farmland and woodland, small sections on quiet country roads.

Distance: 4.5 miles (7.2 Km) Time: Allow 3 -3.5 hours Parking: Park sensibly in the village.

Waymarking: Routeway 2 OS Map: Landranger (1:50,000) 119 Buxton & Matlock, Explorer (1;25,000) 259 Derby, Uttoxeter, Ashbourne & Cheadle Start: Begin the walk at the Coach & Horses

The Route 1. Follow Church Street through the village to St Clement’s Church.

Horsley stone pillar box, the ‘home made’ pillar box, can be found at the corner of Church Street and French Lane. This was erected and brought into use on 24 December 1896.

It appears today that the Horsley pillar box is unique in Derbyshire, possibly even in the country.

The fountains in the village are called Sophia, situated ‘beneath the spreading Chestnut tree’, Rosamund, on the triangle opposite the Coach & Horses Inn and Blanche, standing opposite the pillar box at the top of French Lane.

These are three fountains given to the village in 1864 by the Sitwell family and named after their daughters. The fountains came into use in 1864.

2. Take the footpath on the left just before the church, towards Coxbench.

5. Upon reaching the stream, cross and turn right up the hill (ignoring the stile on your right). Follow the track for approximately 400m until reaching a dry stone wall.

6. Cross the stile on your right and continue across the field heading towards the house, passing a telegraph pole. Upon reaching a wall on the left cross the stile a few metres along, to enter the woodland.

St Clement’s Parish Church dates back to 1200. The tower shows the decoration of that period and has a wonderful broach spire. Around 1800, whilst England anticipated invasion by the French under Bonaparte, many villages formed a ‘Home Guard’. The Horsley Corps, formed by squire E. S. Sitwell, gathered men from Horsley Woodhouse and district. It is believed that the damage that is evident on the side of Horsley church tower was a result of poor marksmanship by Squire Sitwell’s volunteers.

3. On entering the field, bear left and cross the field diagonally following the line of pylons through three fields. Continue downhill with the hedge on the left, then pass through the squeeze stile to reach the road. Beware of traffic on the next section.

4. Turn right at the road and take the footpath on the opposite side of the main road, approximately 100 metres along.

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Health, Beauty & Fitness 7. Follow the path, keeping the wire mesh fence to the right until an old quarry is reached.

Leave the fence and follow a well-defined footpath on the left.

Castle of Horeston: Look carefully to see the crumbling remains on the sandstone spur.

This was built by Hugh Buron in the 12th century. It passed to King John in 1198 who had it rebuilt between 1200 - 1203. He visited twice during his turbulent reign, breaking his journey from Burton Abbey to Nottingham.

8. Keep to the woodland path, with a sandstone spur on your left and the edge of the wood on your right.

Continue through the wood until reaching a cart track at a T-junction. Turn right and follow the track to eventually join a road (Sandy Lane). Beware of traffic on this section.

9. Continue up the hill towards Brackley Gate. Follow the road left past a cul-de-sac and take the footpath to the left, adjacent to a farm gate. Cross the yard to a stile and carry on along the side of the wall through two fields.

Ryknild Street: runs from the Roman fort at Templeborough, near Doncaster, enters Derbyshire in the north-east and runs southwards, close to Chesterfield and the Roman fort at Little Chester, now part of Derby City. It leaves the county towards the fort at Wall near Lichfield. It may well have been a road built by the Romans, indicated by the Latin word Street.

10. Descend through the field aiming for the left side of a large gap in the trees. Go through the gate and follow the field boundary to the road (Smalley Mill Road).

Beware of traffic.

11. Cross the road to a stile opposite and follow the path to the footbridge. Take the path diagonally across the field to the hedge on the right. Continue uphill with the hedge on the right to reach the gate. Cross the footbridge and continue uphill with the hedge on your right to join Wood Lane (beware of traffic).

12. Turn left at the road and follow the pavement until reaching a stile on the left, approximately 150 metres past Hilltop Farm.

13. Following the path, cross the top of the field and walk diagonally over two more fields to the bridge.

14. Take the stile on the right and follow the path along the top of the field to a gap. Turn sharply right down the field to the stile and a footbridge at the bottom of the field. Turn left to a further stile in the hedge.

15. Pass through the gate and cross the footbridge.

Follow the field boundary (adjacent to the golf course) through several fields. On reaching the golf club gate, bear right with the hedge on the left to the field boundary.

16. Cross the next field and take the path between the houses. On reaching the main road, turn left back to the starting point.

Walk supplied by Amber Valley Borough Council and Groundwork Creswell, Ashfield and Mansfield, as part of their ‘Routeways’ series of walks: www.visitambervalley.co.uk/get-active/walking-and-riding.

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. It is advisable to carry the relevant OS map with you when walking the route.

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To find out more about Serene Retreat’s new treatments, or to make an appointment, call 01773 745525 or visit 262a Derby Road, Ripley DE5 8JN. Hannah and her friendly team will always be happy to offer honest, no obligation advice on how these, or any of Serene Retreat’s other beauty treatments, could benefit you.

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A head massage can relax the mind, soothe the nervous system, promote sound sleep and benefit the scalp and hair, while massaging the feet is also very relaxing and can help to improve circulation, lift mood, alleviate anxiety and relieve aching feet.”

“Massage is good for so many things,” explains Jim, “it can help with aches and pains associated with sitting for long periods of time, ease muscle soreness after exercise, increase mobility, stimulate metabolism, improve circulation and offer many other physical benefits, as well as being deeply relaxing and great for the mind, too. But it’s not a ‘one size fits all’ approach, which is why I’ve recently introduced new therapies, hot stone massage and head and foot massage, to extend my range of services and offer something new to clients.”

At his clinic in Smalley, Jim conducts a thorough consultation before commencing treatment and, if you’re unsure, he can advise on what type of massage will be most beneficial for you. Friendly and knowledgeable, Jim’s sole aim is to help people to feel better through massage. “Many clients fall asleep during the session as massage is so soothing. In a busy world it’s great to see people feeling so relaxed! They always leave looking ‘lighter’ than when they arrived.”

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Footnotes: Why Are My Toenails so Thick?

Thick toenails are often assumed to be caused by the growth of fungus under the toenails and in the toenail itself. In many cases, this assumption is correct.

However, there are other things that will make a toenail look thick and distorted.

Injury to the root of the nail can cause temporary thickening, while severe or repeated injury can cause a nail to become permanently thickened. Skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema may also affect a nail if the skin around the nails is affected.

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

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

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Health, Beauty & Fitness

Alex Robinson Why…?

Over the past 10 years, technology has made our lifestyles more sedentary.

Why exercise when you can flip through over 6,000 movies and television shows on Netflix? You can zap a whole (sodium-infused) dinner in the microwave and scroll through the Internet for hours on end (doesn’t that sound like the ideal weekend?).

However, this sedentary lifestyle is the source of many health problems for today’s modern society, ranging from diabetes, to chronic joint pain, to obesity. In 2013, the World Health Organisation said that obesity has doubled since 1980. Lucky for you, no expensive prescription is needed to prevent this: just exercise!

Here are 10 reasons why getting fit is the best decision you’ll ever make: 1. You only have one body and you have to live in it for the rest of your life. Why not treat it with respect?

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4. Building muscle increases your body’s basal metabolic rate (BMR) so you can burn more calories while you’re resting. So get lifting those weights!

5. Exercise boosts energy levels – ironic, right? Working your heart and lungs releases more nutrients and oxygen into your bloodstream so more energy for you!

6. Getting fit helps to prevent chronic health conditions, such as high cholesterol, obesity, and joint problems. Just for the ladies, being fit reduces the risk of osteoporosis.

7. Exercise is a great bonding experience for friends and family. Running, walking, boxing, half-marathons… oh, my!

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By Alex Robinson View Alex’s profile on the National Register of Personal Trainers (www.nrpt.co.uk) and the Register of Exercise Professionals (www.exerciseregister.org). Contact Alex on 07817 337861 or email alex.robinson.pt@gmail.com.

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Come rain or shine, our stunning pergolas will provide you with a grand shelter where you can entertain guests, or simply relax amongst the calming scenery and the open air. With just one simple installation, you will thrive off the extra living space and enhance your property’s aesthetics as well as your own day-to-day routine Our goal is to help each and every customer regain their love for the great outdoors – and thanks to our wealth of experience – we have been able to do so and have grown a sterling reputation along the way. We’re here to offer a comprehensive service and a beautiful transformation like no other – so you can maximise your outdoor living space and enjoy your property to its utmost potential Our ranges include:

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Short Story A Marrow Just Knows “Make room on the table for my marrow, Linda,” Edna barked, hugging the vegetable to her chest, while pretending not to notice Linda slipping something she shouldn’t into her coat pocket.

“It’s my donation to the tombola.”

“Edna, what a surprise!” Linda shrilled, smoothing her clothing. “I thought you were helping to get the cream teas ready?”

“Look at it.” Edna nodded warily at the marrow. “I’ve had that thing staring back at me from the vegetable plot for weeks.”

“All done,” said Edna, heaving the marrow onto the table, “so I thought I’d come and give you a hand.”

“I’m nearly done here too.” Linda needlessly fussed over her display.

“How odd. It looks as though the stripes have formed a human face on it. It’s quite sinister isn’t it?” Linda whispered. “It’s as though it’s scowling.”

“We’ve got a good spread.” Edna stood back and admired Linda’s arrangement of donated tombola prizes. “Would you look at that!”

“Its eyes follow you everywhere,” Edna growled. “It knows all your secrets.” Edna warmed to her theme.

“Last week I forgot to leave some money out for the milkman, and that marrow wouldn’t give me any peace until I put it right.”

“You mean the hamper?” Linda remarked casually.

“A very generous donation.”

The tombola table was heaving with jars of chutneys and jams, some very nice-looking homemade cakes and some not-so-nice-looking homemade cakes. But it was the hamper that everyone would be wanting to win. “Must be a few bob’s worth of stuff in there – chocolates, prosecco and some very fancy smellies,” Edna winked at Linda. “Looks like number five is the ticket everyone will be trying to get their mitts on.”

“Is it?” Linda unconsciously touched her pocket. “Oh yes, of course it is.”

“Very good of you to help,” Edna continued. “It’s always nice to get new volunteers.”

“Very kind of you to donate your marrow.” Linda patted the huge vegetable. “I’m sure anyone would be delighted to win that.”

“But that’s crazy.” Linda stepped back. “How can it know?”

“It just knows,” Edna shrugged, and let her words hang in the air for a moment. Finally, she added cheerfully, “Are you going to stick a raffle ticket on it?”

“Yes of course.” Linda jumped and battled with the tape dispenser while keeping her eye on the marrow.

“Shall we put the tickets in the tombola barrel?” Edna said. “That’s the last job isn’t it?”

Edna watched as Linda anxiously folded the raffle tickets, a mist of sweat beading her top lip. The women worked in silence while the marrow looked on, angrily.

Edna knew it wouldn’t be long until Linda cracked. A marrow always works a charm on a guilty conscience.

“Doubtful,” Edna snorted. “I’m glad to see the back of it.”

Even a marrow with a face drawn on with felt-tipped pen. Ticket number five would soon find its way out of Linda’s pocket and back into the tombola barrel, with no questions asked.

“Really?” Linda frowned. “Why’s that?”

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Homes & Gardens Get yourself a good selection of rocks from local or mail-order suppliers and don’t be tempted to use old chunks of concrete – the end result will look like a rubble pile with plants!

Use a pile of rubble or broken bricks to create the classic mound shape – this will be hidden by the good-looking rocks. The rubble pile also ensures good drainage; alpines typically hate being too wet.

Use upturned turves on top of the mound, laid grassy side down. Then add a layer of sandy soil, to a depth of about 30cm (12in), over the top of the turves; these prevent the soil from slipping down amongst the rocks. Then, using string and pegs, mark out where you want each outcrop of rock.

Once the soil is well-firmed, use a spade or a trowel to dig out a hole for each rock; this keeps the rocks securely embedded so they won’t shift even in heavy rain.

Gardening

The Rock Garden Is Alive…

If you have ever dreamed of Sound of Music landscapes, then create your own! A garden mountain range might not be possible, but you may have space for your very own rock garden.

So what do you need to do?

You’ll need to choose a fairly sunny spot, ideally away from overhanging deciduous trees – most alpine plants like a fair bit of light and detest becoming clogged up with deteriorating leaves.

Even if space is limited, make the rock garden on as large a scale as possible, for more impact and planting opportunities, and a more realistic feel. If possible, include gullies running down the rock garden, perhaps ending in a pond or pool, by arranging rocks so that water can run over or between them. Where the water runs beneath rocks (rather than over them) you should use guttering or drainage pipes that are hidden by soil or rock outcrops.

Use smaller bits of stone beneath the rocks to wedge them firmly. Add more soil over these bits of stone and then more soil between the rocks when they are in position. Water well to settle the soil, topping up if necessary.

Alpine plants are available in nurseries and garden centres now, but just choose a few – buying more throughout next spring and summer will give you an array of alpines to provide flowers and interest throughout most of the year.

Arrange your plants, still in their pots, on the surface of the soil. When you are happy with how they look, use a trowel to make a planting hole, then remove the pot, pop the plant in the hole, and fill in around it with some compost. When you have finished planting you can top-dress the soil surface with good-looking horticultural grit or gravel.

By Pippa Greenwood Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com and you’ll find some great gardening items: Nemaslug and controls to sort out lawn infestations and other great natural pest controls, stylish cloches, practical and pretty plant supports, the fantastic SpeedHoe, gardening tools, planters, Grower Frames, signed books and more!

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Book Reviews: Fall Into a Good Book This Autumn The Dutch House Ann Patchett

This is a book about the bond between siblings, the repercussions of past events that echo down the years and the attachment people can feel for a place. In this case, the place is a big, grand house, and the siblings are Danny and his big sister, Maeve. Their mother flees when Danny is just a toddler, leaving Maeve to step into her shoes. When the children gain a stepmother, they soon learn they’re not welcome in their own home and the future they had planned comes tumbling down. A beautifully written, gentle book, The Dutch House is one to savour.

Tall Tales and Wee Stories Billy Connolly

Tall Tales and Wee Stories brings together some of the most popular sketches from Billy Connolly’s 50-year career in comedy, including Jojoba Shampoo, The Last Supper, Shouting at Wildebeest and more. Dip in when you need an instant pick-me-up after a bad day. (Just don’t read it on the train, unless you don’t mind snorting with laughter in public.)

Time to Eat Nadiya Hussain

Like to eat home-cooked food but often struggle to find the time? This book is for you. From batch-cooking to making the most of leftovers, plus plenty of quick and simple recipes, Time to Eat is a treasure trove of ideas. Enjoy Harissa Bean Pizza for brunch (with just ten minutes of hands-on time), followed

by One Tray Peanut Chicken for dinner and Caramelized Biscuit Traybake for pudding.

How to Create your Garden Adam Frost

During spring and summer, it can be a challenge just to keep the grass cut and the weeds at bay. Come autumn, the garden is a bit easier to manage, so it’s a good time to start planning for next year.

This book is packed with practical advice, from designing walkways to revitalising borders and building water features. Step-by-step instructions, bright photos and illustrations, and an easy-going writing style make the process of garden design all the more enjoyable.

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How to be a Clothes Connoisseur Christa Weil

Rebelling against fast fashion?

This book will help you to embrace vintage clothing.

You’ll learn how to recognise quality craftsmanship, identify different types of materials, cuts and designs, and choose clothes that look like they’ve been tailor-made for you, as well as finding out what to check for before buying, and much, much more. It’s Vintage Darling! is over ten years old now, so you may need to order it from your library or buy it second-hand online.

Christmas Papercraft Patricia Moffett

Planning to make your own decorations this Christmas?

This book makes it easy, with templates and step-bystep instructions. There are tree decorations, lanterns and a festive winter scene for a shelf or mantelpiece, as well as greetings cards; thirteen designs are included altogether. For most, all you need is some paper, a craft knife, glue, a cutting mat (ideally), and fifteen minutes’ peace and quiet.

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Hobbies How to Keep Your Goldfish Happy Almost everyone has kept a goldfish at some time in their lives. Whether it was won as a prize at a funfair or bought as a pet, most of us have a memory of watching our fish swim around its new, watery home for the first time.

The trouble is, many of us also have a memory of our first fish dying – sometimes within weeks or months of bringing it home. Keeping goldfish is not as easy as it seems, although with proper care and attention some can live for as long as 25 years. A record-breaking goldfish called “Tish”, from North Yorkshire, actually lived for 43 years.

With their bright scales, varied colours and graceful moves, goldfish can make delightful pets. If you are thinking of keeping goldfish, here are some useful care tips:

Too darned hot?

Goldfish need to be kept in clean, cool water that mirrors their original habitat of freshwater rivers, ponds and lakes. The temperature should ideally remain between 10° C to 22° C, so a heater should not normally be necessary. It’s important to avoid sudden changes of temperature, especially when adding fresh water that is colder than the water currently in the tank. If you are worried about temperature swings, buy a thermometer.

A clean fish is a happy fish

Fish from the carp family (to which the goldfish belongs) produce a large amount of waste matter.

This means that harmful toxins build up in the water, so buy a filter and make sure that it is regularly cleaned.

The chlorine in tap water is dangerous to fish, so leave water to stand for 24 hours or add a dechlorinating product. It’s impossible to tell whether water is healthy by just looking at it,

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Give me some space

A simple way to calculate the amount of space your goldfish needs in a tank is to allow 2 litres of water per 0.5cm of goldfish length. The RSPCA is very clear that ‘decorative’ tanks, such as goldfish bowls, are not suitable for fish. Round bowls are particularly harmful because the surface area is very small, limiting the amount of oxygen that can enter the water.

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Make sure you buy the right kind of food for your fish and never feed a goldfish with tropical fish flakes. Goldfish require a plant-based diet, whereas tropical fish need protein.

Remove food after five minutes if it remains uneaten, as it will rot and pollute the water. If you are not sure how much to give your fish, start with a small amount, then add a little more if they still appear to be hungry.

All these guidelines may make goldfish care seem complicated – particularly if you thought you could just pop your fish into a bowl of tap water and watch it swim around. There may be a certain amount of work involved in keeping goldfish, but you’ll be rewarded by the sight of happy, healthy fish that – like Tish the Yorkshire goldfish – will live to a ripe old age. Your fish may not survive until they are over 40, but with good care they will certainly give you many years of pleasure.

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Children & Education

The Diary of a Local Mum Time to Grow Up… When’s the right time to start giving your kids more freedom? Encouraging more responsibility? Asking them to help out at home? Allowing them to stay home alone? The list of ‘grown up’ things is endless, as is the ‘advice’ about when and how to approach this phase.

While everyone has an opinion, often a very strong one, these vary massively (‘My 4-year-old always puts his/her own washing away’, ‘My 10-year-old has their own key’, ‘I’d never let my 14-year-old cook unsupervised’…) and there are no guidelines for these kinds of things – every family seems to take a different approach. There is no official law about when a child can stay at home unsupervised, no guidance on how much they should be doing around the house and, while I know you should use your own judgement on these matters, this often leaves you second guessing.

It makes sense that you should encourage and allow more grown up behaviour as and when your child is ready ... although this can vary depending on the task at hand. When it comes to household chores, it’s certainly not advisable to follow their lead. I don’t think it’s out of order to ask a teenager to load/unload the dishwasher from time to time. For a teenager, however, it’s apparently unreasonable to ask them to even put dirty pots anywhere in the vague vicinity of the dishwasher. With regards to other adult activities though, such as shopping or enjoying cake in a café with friends … oh yes, suddenly they’re very grown up!

The truth is who really is ready to ‘adult’? I’m certainly not! There are many days when I wish I could shy away from the responsibilities of being a grown-up. It often feels overwhelming. When you glance around for the adult in the room then suddenly realise that it’s you, you’re the one in charge, the feelings of inadequacy, ineptitude and immaturity hit you like a train. This ‘growing up’

lark sneaks up on you out of nowhere; before you know it you’re a fully-fledged adult and you don’t remember getting the certificate.

With this in mind, I feel I should be encouraging my kids to take more responsibility so that they’re fully prepared for all that adulthood throws at them, by taking small steps now such as being able to get themselves up in the morning with no input (aka nagging) from me, look after themselves (to a degree...I’m not about to book a fortnight in Spain and leave them to their own devices), help around the house, tidy their rooms, take responsibility for their own belongings and organisation etc.

The other part of me, though, wants them to remain kids for as long as possible: happy, carefree, and blissfully unaware of the mundane shackles of adulthood. Who wants to tidy their room when there’s a massive trampoline to bounce on? They certainly don’t – and who can blame them? If I could opt out of being a grown-up for a while I most certainly would and (serious doubts about the strength of my pelvic floor aside) I’d probably be out there bouncing with them if I wasn’t buried under a very long and very boring to-do list.

Whatever approach you take, being an adult isn’t always easy and I think some leeway is required either way. While kids should be given a chance to try their hand at some more grown up things, grown-ups should also be allowed some time off on occasion. So why not grant yourself the day off ‘adulting’? Put your worries aside, leave your laundry on the floor, and spend the day doing whatever you fancy, whether that’s playing on the trampoline or binge-watching Netflix … maybe make sure there’s a responsible adult somewhere nearby though, just in case you need one!

(Oh, and try to put out of your mind the fact that tomorrow you’re going to have to sort all this mess out… Growing up’s no fun.)

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Charity Halloween Spookfest You may be familiar with the ‘Halloween House’ at Rawson Green…the spectacularly dressed property is becoming a popular local attraction on 31st October.

Homeowners Gary and Lesley transform their front garden into a spook-tacular trail that’s open to all and, in doing so, raise hundreds of pounds for charity each year.

This year promises to be bigger and better than ever before: “We always like to make things as different as possible from previous events”, says Gary. This year, however, they’re taking on more than ever before – Gary and Lesley will be getting married in Ripley that morning, in full Halloween attire! While most newlyweds would spend the afternoon at a reception, the new Mr & Mrs Harris will be dashing home to add the finishing touches to their Halloween-fest. By 4pm they will be ready to welcome guests into their incredible tunnel of darkened passages filled with witches, ghosts, ghouls, spooky music, smoke machines, lasers… and a few surprises, too!

Gary and Lesley spend months preparing their home for the event, which initially began just to entertain their

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grandchildren and local trick or treaters, and has grown into a fantastic charity fundraiser which now attracts 100s of people in just 5 hours!

“We’re raising money for Children in Need and we’re expecting a visit from Pudsey Bear on the night. Everyone’s welcome – people of all ages come along to enjoy the spectacle! There’s no formal admission charge but we ask for donations to the charity; we will be selling hot dogs, soft drinks and tea and coffee too, with all proceeds going to Children in Need. We know it’s going to be a very hectic day…but we can’t wait!”

To enjoy the Halloween-fest call in to 17 Rawson Green, Kilburn DE56 0LN between 4pm and 9pm on 31st October… and don’t forget to congratulate the spooky bride and groom while you’re there!

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Derbyshire Home from Hospital Support Service The Derbyshire Home from Hospital Service provides practical support for vulnerable people leaving hospital, or those living at home but at risk of being admitted.

Who can use the service?

Anyone who lives in Derbyshire (outside Derby City) or is registered with a GP in Derbyshire and has limited support from family or friends.

What sort of help does the service offer?

• Undertaking simple shopping • Making sure the home environment is warm and comfortable • Arranging for key safes to be fitted and community alarm or telecare systems to be provided if needed • Supporting people to pay bills and make appointments • Collecting medication prescriptions • Helping people to find out about and access community activities to keep them connected to their communities • Helping people to understand care options and plan what they need for the future • Signposting people to other statutory, voluntary sector and community organisations as appropriate.

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Elfcare If you are at a time of life when day-to-day tasks are becoming more challenging, Elfcare is here to help!

They provide valuable personal care and domestic support services to clients in the local area, offering assistance, a welcome friendly face and valued company as they get the jobs done.

Danielle Millan has worked in the care industry for many years in both the public and private sector and, although she loved the work, she could always see ways that the service could be improved to better cater for clients’ needs… so, she created Elfcare!

“I love the profession and care a lot about the people I look after, so I wanted to create a business that reflected this – one that really cares, in every aspect. We’re a totally private company offering completely flexible care that’s built around individuals. We will do anything that clients want, need or that is important to them – this can include meal preparation, cleaning, helping with showering or

bedtime routines, attending medical appointments, shopping, companionship or trips out… the list is endless.

What matters is that, through what we do, we make a difference to the lives of the people we care for, helping them to retain their independence and remain in their own homes. Our clients know that we’re always there for them; they can call for help and support at any time.”

With no fixed care ‘packages’ Elfcare can offer support on a daily, weekly or fortnightly basis, as needed, with visits starting from 30 mins upwards. They’ve also recently created an online family portal so families can login to see what’s been done on each visit.

In order to bring their services to more local people, Elfcare are looking for a new member of the team: “We have 10 – 20 daytime hours per week available for someone with the right personality, attitude and experience; a caring, compassionate, reliable and friendly individual who’ll fit in to our Elfcare ‘family’! If you think you could be the person for the job, please get in touch.”

If you, or a member of your family, could use a little Elfcare, contact Danielle on 07564 791379 or 0115 9986076.

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

All Things Local has joined forces with Nickie Conquest and Julie Maskrey (pictured) from Fleur Florist of King Street, 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 Ellen Beeston from Horsley Woodhouse. She was nominated by her daughter Rosie Jackson of Belper. Here’s what Rosie wrote: “I would like to nominate my mum Ellen Beeston aged 92. They are to say thank you and how grateful we are for all you do. You always put your own struggles last. The last few years have not been easy for you so I hope these beautiful flowers will cheer you up. We are so lucky to have a mum like you.” Rosie Jackson Nominate someone to receive the next bouquet.

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

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

Ellen Beeston receives the bouquet from her daughter Rosie Jackson.

Closing date for nominations for the next issue is Wednesday 23 October 2019.

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Supporting Stroke Survivors and their carers in Amber Valley

We are a small group of stroke survivors & their carers that meet up fortnightly to socialise, listen to speakers or entertainers, and offer each other peer support.

Every stroke is different, but we are an inclusive group.

All stroke survivors and their carers are welcome, we are here to support you in your unique journey.

Supporting us helps us support them & their carers

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Your Horoscope October and November 2019 October moves the sign of Libra to the forefront. Libra is the sign of the scales and invites concentration and reflection on what needs to be done to find more stability in your life. As the energising planet Mars joins the Sun in Libra on the 4th there is a great opportunity to put some energy into achieving a balanced life. Mercury and Venus arrive in Scorpio early in the month ensuring that many of us will take the plunge in search of truth, wisdom and untapped resources. The Aries full moon on the 13th brings a peak in physical energy and enhanced activity, suggesting the drive to find expression in a creative way.

The new moon falls in intense Scorpio on the 28th; this can be an emotional time as the mysteries of life intrigue and invite us to delve a little deeper. November puts the deep and mysterious sign of Scorpio into the spotlight; this is your cosmic invitation to review anything in your life that has outlived its purpose and needs shifting. Mercury remains in retrograde motion until the 20th giving ample time for in-depth reflection on the changes that need to be made. Dynamic Mars arrives in Scorpio on the 19th offering great potential to develop your inner warrior and your ability to fight for change and transformation.

Venus, the planet of love and romance, enters Sagittarius on the 2nd; chances are that romantic attachments can blossom as they become more passionate and intense. The full moon is in Taurus on the 12th and the new moon is in adventurous Sagittarius on the 26th.

ARIES: MARCH 21 - APRIL 20 October: An exciting creative opportunity appears to be up for grabs during October as the powerful Aries full moon on the 13th challenges you to up your game and reach out to take some risks. Mars arriving in Libra on the 4th may bring a relationship issue into question. November: Resources and finances are in the spotlight during November as the Scorpio Sun encourages an all-important review. Scorpio Mars demands privacy so it’s best to play a close hand until Mercury goes direct on the 21st. The Sagittarian new moon on the 26th brings refreshing change.

TAURUS: APRIL 21 - MAY 21 October continues with the theme of new friendships. Venus, your planetary ruler, enters the deep and powerful sign of Scorpio on the 9th, drawing your attention to the important things in your life. It may be best to think carefully before you express your opinion. November: The transformational Scorpio Sun shines a guiding light on all your partnerships and relationships in November. This is a great time to make some changes as you communicate your values and your worth – if those around don’t get it, it’s because it’s time for them to move on.

GEMINI: MAY 22 - JUNE 21 October: Love and romance are in the spotlight during October as energetic Mars stirs up relationships, particularly after the 4th. Mercury and Venus in deep and intense Scorpio suggest that there might also be some soul searching and decisions to be made concerning work matters. November: The work and wellbeing angle of your chart is emphasised during November as daily routines and general health become your top priorities.

Mercury, your ruler, returns to direct motion after the 21st ensuring that things get easier as interesting new opportunities come your way.

CANCER: JUNE 22 - JULY 22 October: The powerful Aries full moon on the 13th highlights a career opportunity as your thinking becomes much clearer and you are ready to forge ahead with an important decision. It’s a good time to revise what your unique qualities are and use your imagination and creativity. November: The Moon, your ruler, starts November in down-to-earth Capricorn, illuminating the relationship sector of your chart. Saturn and Pluto are in your opposite sign and could create stress and tension caused by a lack of clarity. The way forward becomes much clearer as Mercury turns direct on the 21st.

LEO: JULY 23 - AUGUST 23 October is looking very positive for communication and negotiations on all levels; your mind should be focussed in order to expand your knowledge. Jupiter enhances your creativity and brings optimism and good luck, but be sure not to overstretch yourself. November: Romance is high on the agenda in November as the love planet arrives in fiery Sagittarius. Abundant Jupiter lends a helping hand and ensures that things go your way this month. The Taurus full moon on the 12th brings a career issue into the spotlight.

VIRGO: AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 22 October: Exciting new beginnings are evident as the month commences; Mercury, your ruler, enters Scorpio on the 3rd bringing your attention to what is really important in your life and helping you to ignore and dismiss what is no longer valid. Communication is enhanced with the Scorpio full moon. November shines the light on all forms of thinking and communication. Your mind is focussed as you review the power of your thoughts and eliminate those that are destructive. After the 21st you’ll find the courage to express opinions that you are normally reluctant to express.

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Community LIBRA: SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23 October: As Venus, your ruling planet, moves into Scorpio on the 9th all things financial come to the forefront.

Creative planning is necessary as you consider new and exciting ways of making money. Mars energises your sign from the 4th; you should find that your vitality improves. November welcomes your ruling planet to the exciting and daring sign of Sagittarius. The urge for adventure and risk-taking is strong as plans for new endeavours start to form. Successful interaction and new projects are the main themes to keep you occupied.

Confidence is strong as you do things your way.

SCORPIO: OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22 October may turn out to be a rather introspective month; be sure to take care of your physical health as your strength may be drained by over-stretching yourself. The Scorpio new moon on the 28th changes the energy as you make a path for new projects to be initiated. November is your birthday month and it offers the start of a brand new cycle of transformation and personal growth. Dynamic Mars enters your sign on the 19th, ensuring the perfect opportunity to be more assertive as you step up into a more important role. The new moon on the 26th could see a lucky breakthrough.

SAGITTARIUS: NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 21 October: This month might bring some uncertainty as the reflective and self-examining area of your chart is highlighted. Steer your energy towards realistic targets that can be completed with hard work. The powerful Scorpio new moon on the 28th brings an important breakthrough. November is super-charged as Jupiter and Venus in your sign make their presence felt. The full moon on the 12th brings an important work-related issue to the surface and then your own powerful new moon on the 26th ensures that your long-held dreams and aspirations finally take shape.

CAPRICORN: DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 20 October suggests there is a challenge to your work and career situation as enthusiastic Mars moves into a confrontational position. Try not to give in to unnecessary self-criticism as your task is to balance logic with imagination. Opportunities arrive on the Scorpio new moon. November: The Sun is powerful during November, stirring up anything to do with friendships and group endeavours. Romance is also favoured as dynamic Mars moves into passionate Scorpio on the 19th, increasing the chances of a meeting with someone new.

AQUARIUS: JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 18 October: This month emphasises the importance of making plans for further education, adventure and travel.

Your life goals are highlighted and the powerful new moon in Scorpio on the 28th facilitates new projects that require your concentration and endurance. November: Scorpio Mercury turns direct on the 21st so you may not have to be so persistent to be clearly understood in your business dealings. An important breakthrough involving close friends comes around the time of the Sagittarian new moon on the 26th PISCES: FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20 October: This month highlights the need for balance and stability in your investments, finances and resources.

Mercury and Venus arrive in intense Scorpio during the second week and both planets favour the discussion of matters that are usually kept hidden. November: Favourable Jupiter at the highest point in your chart makes a challenging aspect to innovative Uranus; you’ll need to stay wide awake and attentive to any new prospects that suddenly appear. The new moon in Sagittarius on the 26th offers exciting opportunities and opens your mind to new horizons.

NAVIGATE YOUR WAY TO SUCCESS with in-depth knowledge and cosmic awareness. Â

Christine Chalklin Inspirational Astrologer and Life Coach, Email: Christine_chalklin@hotmail.com Mobile: 07813 483549 Find me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ restyleyourlife

Tune in to positive and productive planetary cycles and become more successful in life and in business. Please contact me now for a personal astrological reading and/or a transformational life coaching consultation.

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Local History

A Railway Journey on High Peak Rail in 1877

This amusing account of a trip on the Old High Peak Railway was taken from a North Derbyshire newspaper a good many years ago. It might have been quicker to walk, 2-4-0 engine 1876 on theForrest Peak Forest 2-4-0 engine re-builtre-built in 1876inused onused the Peak Line. Line.

Photo courtesy of the Mid but not so entertaining!

Photo courtesy of the Midland Railway Society Railway Society.

A journey of 20 miles in six hours! This was the rate of speed in travelling on the old High Peak Railway 30 years ago when the line was available for passenger traffic. It is recorded in “Our Iron Roads” by F. S. Williams, that in the August of 1877 he went to Stonehouse, locally known as Stonnis, just by the Black Rocks where the railway crosses the Wirksworth road, and inquired of the man in the office for the train. “Do you mean the ‘fly’?” was the reply. “Yes”. But the official, not knowing whether the fly had passed or not, went out to enquire, and brought back word that it had gone, but that if (says the writer) I followed it up the line I might catch it at the siding, but if not I should be sure to overtake it at “Middleton Run”. I accordingly gave chase, and at length caught sight of it being drawn up the incline by a rope and a stationary engine.

A man at the bottom inquired if I wished to catch the “fly”, and added, “I will stop it for you at the top, which he did by a signal. A quarter of a mile ahead I joined it. My fellow passengers were then a young woman with a child, and the vehicle in which we sat was like an old omnibus. The guard stood in the middle and worked the brake through a hole in the floor. A locomotive now drew us three or four miles to the foot of another incline, up which we were drawn by a rope. When reaching the summit the guard remarked “We may have to wait at the top.” “How long?” I enquired. “Oh, it may be a few minutes,” he replied, “or a few hours. It all depends when the engine comes to take us on.

“Yesterday” he added, “it did not come at all!”

To while away the time I walked along the line, and my fellow passengers went mushrooming. In about

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three hours an engine came from Whaley Bridge to fetch us, and after the fireman, driver and guard had refreshed themselves at a little public house not far away, and had freely commented on their “horse” they went back along the line, brought up the “fly”, and, having refreshed themselves again, we started.

At one part of the journey a flock of sheep were quietly feeding or resting on the line! “Just see them jump the walls,” said the guard as we approached, and they did it like dogs! We reached Park Gates, just about a mile from Buxton, at seven o’clock, after a journey of about 20 miles, in six hours! Not long after my journey a traveller on this line was killed, and the company decided to close it against passenger traffic.

The Society’s talks take place at 7.30pm at Strutts on Derby Road on the first Wednesday of the month. On 2 October, David Bell discusses the latest ideas about “The Plague Village of Eyam”.

Sue Woore looks at “Derbyshire place names ending in -hay” on 6 November, and “Christmas in Belper” is remembered on 4 December. Visitors are charged £3. Please contact the Secretary, Adrian Keetley, on 01773 599089 if you need further information.

By Pat Marjoram Belper Historical Society

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Upbeat Your local Safer Neighbourhood policing team would like to offer some advice around the Halloween and bonfire night period, when people may experience unwanted trick or treaters or what they consider to be anti-social behaviour.

Residents can get hold of posters to display in windows or doors showing passers-by that they do not wish to be visited.

You can download one to print from the Derbyshire police website, www.derbyshire.police.uk, or contact your local team on the details below.

Our officers will also offer a different poster to supermarkets, stores and shops which tell customers that eggs and flour will not be sold to anyone under the age of 16. If you are a parent, you might want to consider the following tips, and encourage your children to be respectful of members of the community who may be vulnerable, fearful or not want to be disturbed. They include: • Young children involved in trick or treat should be accompanied by an adult • Consider calling at houses where you know the occupants, rather than strangers • Respect the privacy and wishes of people who do not want to take part in trick or treat – observe the “Sorry No Trick or Treat” posters.

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We always encourage residents to follow the doorstep code whenever they answer the door to unexpected callers. This includes making sure doors and windows are locked and using a door bar or chain before opening the door.

Fireworks Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service offer good safety advice on the use of fireworks and bonfires. We would encourage you to take a look at their website: www.derbys-fire.gov.uk/ keeping-safe/keeping-safe-outdoors.

The following laws apply to fireworks; breaking these laws could lead to prosecution: • Fireworks cannot be set off between 11pm and 7am, except for Bonfire Night, when they can be let off until midnight, and New Year’s Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year, when the curfew ends at 1am the following day • It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to buy or carry fireworks • Throwing or setting off fireworks in the street is also against the law If you would like to contact your local Safer Neighbourhood policing team for more advice or information, you can do so on one of the following options: • Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary • Twitter – direct message the contact centre on @DerPolContact • Website – complete the online contact form www.derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us. • Phone – call 101.

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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 Rob at gsl@firstbelper.org.uk.

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.

2nd Belper Guides 2nd Belper (St Peter’s) Guides for great activities, challenges, fun weekly meetings, camps and sleepovers. Girls aged 10-14. Contact Donna at stpeterguide@btinternet.com 4th Belper Scout Group Central Methodist Chapel, Chapel Street, Belper. For boys and girls 6 to 14. Group scout leader Roland Jakes: 01773 827626.

Air Cadets Belper New recruits needed ages 13-18. Meet every Tuesday & Thursday 6.45pm to 9pm at Cluster Road, Belper. For more information call 07736 248923.

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 Andante Cantabile Small friendly, supportive piano group for adult learners and returners. Build your confidence, with tips for technique and sight reading. Grade 2 upwards.

Over 18. No upper limit to age or skills. Meet every 2 months, free. Barbara 01773 599042 Baby Sensory Multi-award winning baby learning and developmental classes suitable from birth to 13 months. Fridays 10am, 11.15 and 12.45 at The Lion Hotel. Booking essential: www.babysensory.com/en/ClassDetails/centralderbyshire or contact Marie 07989 443734 for details.

Baby World and Me Parent and baby group: a special world inclusive of core values of explore, play and bond. Suitable from birth to toddling . Visit www.babyworldandme.co.uk or contact Edwina on 07719 555991. www.facebook.com/Babyworldandme.

Free trial class available.

Belcanto Male Chorus Male singing with a difference. Belper Baptist Church Bridge Street Belper DE56 1AZ www.belcantomalechorus.org.uk. Contact 0162956478.

Belper Aiwakai Karate Club Training for all ages and abilities every Friday between 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at The Fit Pit (in the Mill) at The Triangle, Bridge Street, Belper.

Contact Dave Johnson 07954 371948.

Belper Art Group Meet at Strutt’s Centre, Derby Road, Belper every Thursday 7-9pm, Room 109. All abilities welcome. Further details from Club Secretary Richard Nayler: 07500 151811 Belper Bicycle Club Club meetings 1st Wednesday each month at The Bulls Head, Belper Lane End, 7.30pm. Mainly a social cycling club, new members welcome.

Visit www.belperbc.co.uk or email belperbc@gmail.com for info.

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

All welcome. www.bridgewebs.com/belper 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 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 David Woodhouse: djfw59@gmail.com, Tel: 01335 372104 / 07976 701995. 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 three times a month at Whitemoor Centre 10.30am Sundays on John O’Gaunts Way. Modern Church for all ages.

Tel: Mark or Riaan on 01773 441211.

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Belper Community Cottage Community Centre, 16 Chapel Street, Belper, run by volunteers for the people of Belper. Four meeting rooms for hire at very reasonable rates. To hire or to look around call 01773 880364.

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

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

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

Belper District 50+ Forum Congregational Church, Church Walk, off Green Lane, Belper. Quarterly open meetings, Fridays 10.30am-12.30pm. Various themes relating to over 50’s. 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 Freedom Feed Em At No28 The Market Place, Belper. Community focussed food for all! Alternate 4th Tuesday and Thursday of each month at 6:30pm. 3 courses, prepared by volunteers, pay what you want, proceeds to charity. Booking essential via Facebook ‘Belper Freedom Feed Em’ group. All welcome. Vegans, veggies, food allergies catered for.

Belper Gardening Club Meets 4th Monday each month at No. 28 Belper Market Place DE56 1FZ, 7.30-9.30pm. (Monday Bank Holiday dates will change, see Facebook page for details). Guest speakers, plant and seed swaps, trips and events, skills workshops, socialising. Email: infobelpergardeningclub@gmail.com Tel: 07966 307000.

Belper Golden Rainbows LGBT friendship and social support group. Meets 3rd Weds of each month 1-3pm at The Cottage Project, 16 Chapel St, Belper. Free admission & refreshments. Contact Narvel: narvel@narvelannable.co.uk / 01773 824483.

Belper Hammers Volleyball Club Welcomes new members of all ages and ability. Social training sessions at Belper Leisure Centre: Junior volleyball Mondays 6pm-7pm; Adult volleyball Thursdays 7pm-9pm. First session free! Contact Will on 07791 071059 or volleyballbelper@gmail.com.

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 Strutts Community Centre, Derby Road, 7.30pm. Email adrian.keetley@gmail.com or call 01773 599089.

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: 07790 581445 Web: belpermusicaltheatre.co.uk 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 Belper Marlin Swimming Club GET INVOLVED: Competitive Swimming. Main sessions at Belper Leisure Centre Friday 8-9, Sunday 5-7. Details and contacts: www.belpermarlin.co.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.

Belper Meadows Tennis Club Meet behind Christ Church, off A6, The Triangle. Adult social nights Tuesdays and Thursdays. New members of all ages and abilities welcome. www.belpertennis.co.uk Belper Model Railway Group Strutt’s Centre, Derby Road, Belper (opposite Babington Hospital), Wednesdays 7pm to 10pm. Details from James Longden (Secretary) at jlongden51@gmail.com, 07866 689004.

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: 07790 581445. Web: belpermusicaltheatre.co.uk Belper Netball Club Fun and social netball training sessions for all ages (over 16) and abilities.

Saturdays 11am-12 and Wednesdays 8-9pm at Belper Leisure Centre. £3.50 per session. New members welcome. www.facebook.com/groups/ BelperBacktoNetball/ Belper Players Rehearse Mondays & Thursdays at The Strutt Centre, Derby Road, Belper DE56 1UU, 7.30pm. New members wanted - backstage, actors and front of house. Please email enquiries@belperplayers.com.

Belper Pop Quiz Club Friendly pop quiz with music and questions from the 50’s to the present day.

Join a team or form one of your own. First Sunday of each month, October to April, 8:15pm at The Strutt Club, Campbell Street (entrance through Arkwrights Bar). Info: Belperpopquiz@btinternet.com.

Belper Pottery Bowls Club Next to Greyhound Pub, Whitemoor. New members welcome.

Details: 01773 825792; sdapps@btinternet.com.

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 email belpersingers@gmail.com.

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 Stroke Club Belper Leisure Centre, off Kilbourne Road, Belper, 2pm to 4pm on alternative Tuesdays. Contact Derek Payne 01773 825219, derek116payne@btinternet.com.

Belper Sub-Aqua Club Belper Leisure Centre, off Nottingham Road, Belper, every Wednesday 8pm to 9pm - scuba training for beginners. Tony Slator 01773 270172.

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.

Little Black Book Explorer Scout Unit Badger Explorers, Thursdays, Christ Church, Bridge Street, Belper; Bear Explorers, Fridays, Congregational Church, Off Green Lane, Belper; D of E Explorers, 2nd Thursday of each month, Alton Manor Scout Hut, Gregory’s Way, Belper. All for teenagers, male and female, 14 to 18. Leader Paul Maddison 07758236833, belperdesc@gmail.com.

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

Belper Toy Library Weds 10am – 12noon, Belper Community Hall and Thurs 1.30pm – 3.30pm, The Bungalow, Belper School, John O’Gaunts Way. ‘Stay & Play’ session fee £2.50 per family (up to 3 children), additional visitors 75p each. Includes 1 week’s free toy hire (for members), craft activity, refreshments.

One-off lifetime membership fee £10, discounted to £7.50 if join at session (group & child minder membership available).

Email: derbyshiretoylibraries@gmail.com Call: 0845 3102738

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.

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.

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.

Belper and District 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. Contact: belpermembership@gmail.com.

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

Belper Ukulele Group Every other Tues, 6.30-8pm at Belper Unitarian Church. All welcome, with or without a ukulele - we have spares. Music sheets available. Beginners welcome! Search Belper Ukulele Group (BUG) on Facebook.

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/

Belper Welsh and Derby Welsh Learners’ Circle Classes, workshops and Welsh language activities. Visit derbywelshlearnerscircle.blogspot.com or search on Facebook.

Elin 07551 393283 or www.elinheron.co.uk/cymraeg.

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

Belper WI Meet 1st Tuesday of the month at Congregational Church, Green Lane, Belper.

7.15pm. President Miranda Francis 01773 821424, miranda.francis60@yahoo.co.uk.

Karate with Ronin Budo Monday 7-8pm and 8-9pm at Strutts Centre, Belper. Info: Charles Spring 07980639437; www.facebook.com/RoninBudo; charlesspring@btinternet.com.

Belper Women’s Group Every Wednesday during term time, from 10am -12pm at Strutts, Derby Road, Belper. Talks & social events; new members welcome.

Margaret: 07484 223511.

Kath’s Dru Yoga Mixed ability classes and masterclasses in Belper area with Kathrine Parker Stead. Thursdays Belper Leisure Centre 8.30-9.30pm. Contact Kath for info: 07586 298809, kathsdruyoga@gmail.com, www.kathsdruyoga.com.

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

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.

Blossom Ladies’ Club Meet fortnightly on Wednesdays at The Old Kings Head, Days Lane, Belper, 2 3.30pm. New members welcome. Contact Phyllis: phylliss28@hotmail.co.uk.

Bumps and Babes Group For new and expectant parents, every Monday 10-11.30am at No 28, The Market Place, Belper. Run by Amber Valley NCT. 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.

CAP Debt Centre Belper Free, in-depth, at-home Debt Counselling Service, open to anyone. Monday - Friday 8:30 – 17.00. Ring 0800 328 0006 for an appointment. capuk.org facebook.com/capuk 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.

Chatterbox Social group for adults with a learning disability. Crafts, Games, Bingo etc.

Refreshments available. Mondays 10am-12 (except bank holidays) at Room 10 at The Strutt Centre Belper. Admission £5, includes drink/biscuits.

Info: Debbie 07898984636. www.facebook.com/Chatterboxbelper 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

Makeney Morris Meet Tuesdays 8 - 10pm at Strutts Center, Derby Rd, Belper. All abilities welcome. Contact Della: 07732883431 or www.facebook.com/ makeneymorrisdancers.

Memory Café Run by Belper and Duffield Rotary Club, last Thursday each month, Belper Baptist Church Bridge Street, 2-4pm. For people living with Dementia & their carers.

Mid Derbyshire Green Party 1st & 3rd Monday of each month. 7pm at Fleet Arts Centre, The Fleet, Belper.

Info: Sue MacFarlane, sue@the-macfarlanes.co.uk 01773 423758.

Mindful Yoga Mondays 6.30-7.30pm Tuesdays 11am – 12 at The Strutts Centre. Gentle yoga for all abilities and ages. Please contact Lynda: 07763778339. www.facebook.com/mindful.yoga.2106 No. 28 Community Hall, Belper Market Place Café on Belper Farmers Market days (2nd Sat each month) and on other public occasions with stalls, exhibitions and activities. Heritage-related events, community themed activities, art exhibitions. Community and private hire available. Info: twentyeightbelper@btinternet.com; www.facebook.com/twentyeightbelper.

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

Pilates with a Twist Classes in Belper at Fleet Arts – Mondays 6.30pm. Booking is essential on 07970 022101 or email becky.britchford@hotmail.co.uk. Looking to run more classes in Belper so please get in touch if you’d like a daytime class in the area.

Pilates with Tabitha Thursday 9.30 at Vanessa’s Dance School, Derwent Street. Call 07957387333 for more info.

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.

Compassionate Communication Practice Group First Saturday of the month, 10.30am to 12.30pm at the Strutts Centre. Learn how to use Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to enhance relationships & resolve conflicts. Info: Fran Hill 07955 588356 or franhill2@gmail.com

Pregnancy Yoga Classes at No. 28 The Market Place, Belper. Wednesdays 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

Creation Station Creative classes for babies/pre-schoolers and parents. Wednesdays at The Strutts Centre, 10:00 – 10:45 (15months to 5 years) and 11:15 – 12:00 (6 months to 14 months). Contact Kay 07875054266.

Reiki Share Group For Reiki Level 1 or above. Meets first Fri of month at Fleet Arts, Belper.

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

Dalesmen Male Voice Choir of Belper Practice at the old Herbert Strutt School, Strutt’s Centre, Derby Road, Belper, 7.15-9.30pm, 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.

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.webs.com

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Little Black Book 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, 1-3pm. Also, day after at 10am is a coffee morning with raffle and stalls. New members welcome. 01773 826691.

Simply Yoga Mixed ability hatha yoga classes (for men and women). Wednesday evenings 6.30 – 7.30pm and 7.45pm – 8.45pm Room 109 Strutts Centre.

Contact Suzy 07756 271366 or ‘Simply Yoga’ on Facebook.

Yoga with Tabitha Vanessa Millar Dance School, Derwent Street. Monday 7-8. Call 07957387333 for more info.

Sage Yoga & Little Sage Yoga Adult classes for all levels and abilities; also baby/kids courses. All at Sage Yoga Studio, Derwent Street, Belper. Info: www.sage-yoga.co.uk, www.littlesageyoga.co.uk, 07545 479693 or laurie@littlesageyoga.co.uk.

Shape Fitness Strutt’s Centre, Mondays 7.30pm. Pilates with fitness, come and join the fun.

Contact Dawn 07917 728912.

Shottlegate & District WI The Hut, Lambhouse Lane, Shottlegate, Nr. Belper DE56 2DZ Meet 1st Wednesday of Month 7pm. Details: 01773 827195 Special Friends Parent led play and support group for 0-5’s with additional needs. Siblings welcome. Second Wednesday of every month 9.45-11.45am. Belper Children’s Centre, Alder Road, Belper. DE56 1LP. info@special-friends.co.uk www.facebook.com/specialfriendsbelper SSAFA (Belper) Lifelong support for our Forces and their families. Volunteers always needed. Call the Drill Hall, Cluster Road, Belper on 01773 828116 or email ssafaderbyshirepr@aol.co.uk.

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. chevinsingers.weebly.com 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 The Highedge Historical Society Welcomes new members. Parkside Methodist Church, Parkside, Heage on second Monday of each month at 7.30pm.

Tiny Talk Baby Signing 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 11-12noon at The Fit Pit Ground Floor, East Mill, Bridgefoot, Belper DE56 2UA. Contact beccid@tinytalk.co.uk or 07812 420396 Transition Belper Community organisation and charity working towards a low carbon local economy. Meet at the Go-Green Cafe between 10am and 1pm on the fourth Saturday of each month at No 28, Market Place, Belper. See www.transitionbelper.org or email info@transitionbelper.org. Phone: 07773 667316.

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.

Church Contacts

Belper Unitarian Chapel Services every Sunday at 11am, except 3rd Sunday of each month when it’s at 3pm. Oldest church in Belper still in use for worship! All welcome, any belief, background, race, orientation or culture. www.belperunitarians.org.uk; Facebook: belperunitarians 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.

Emmanuel Community Church, 32, Chapel Street, Duffield. Church office 01332 841386, email: admin@emmanuelduffield.org.

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.

Codnor Bowls & Social Club Goose Lane, Codnor. Social Club Thursdays 10am-12noon. Table top games, occasional speaker, drinks/refreshments, good company; all welcome. Crown Green Bowls played during the season, Belper & District League. New players welcome. Contact Chris: 01773 744898.

Jog Codnor Jog Derbyshire Group. Meets at the Poet & Castle Pub. For all abilities.

Tuesdays at 7pm Contact: Ben 07500 600171 Stay & Play At Waingroves Methodist Church, every Wednesday during Term Time, 1.30pm - 3pm. Contact Ruth Beresford: 01773 743345.

Walking for Health Waingroves Woodland Walk, first Tuesday each month 11am – 12.30pm. Meet at The Marquis of Ormonde, Codnor Denby Lane DE5 9SP. Info: Ripley Leisure Centre 01773 514727.

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

Call 01332 882535 or 07545 551890 for details.

3rd Horsley & Kilburn Brownies Wednesday 6.30pm to 8pm at Kilburn Methodist Chapel Brown Owl (Trish Rose) 01332 881786 1st Horsley & Kilburn Guides Kilburn Methodist Hall, every Thursday in term time. 6.30pm-7.30pm.

Contact: Claire 07545551890 or Amy 07496167260.

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

Twistin’ Tikes Thursdays 1.45-2.45pm - a new music class for ages 3-5. The Fit Pit, East Mill, Bridge Foot. Contact Jacqui 07977 578359 or info@twistintots.co.uk www.facebook.com/twistintots

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.

Twistin’ Tinies Tuesdays, 1.30-2.40pm. Musical fun and baby-bonding activities for parents and carers with babies age 0-18 months. Suitable from birth. Contact Jacqui, 07977 578 359, info@twistintots.co.uk, www.facebook/twistintots

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.

Twistin’ Tots Mondays 9.45-11.30am and Tuesdays 9.45-11.45am Belper Community Hall. Music and play for under 5s.

Contact Jacqui 07977 578359 or info@twistintots.co.uk www.facebook.com/twistintots

Denby Bowls Club Denby Institute, Derby Road, Denby DE5 8NQ. Crown Green Bowls, new members welcome, beginners and all ages, friendly club. Contact Marc 07808 55 3509 or info@denbybowlsclub.co.uk.

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 Every Wednesday, 10am meet, usually outside Babington Clinic, Babington Hospital (please check prior to walk). 90 minute duration. Detailed schedules & info from Amanda Gowing 01773 523325; amanda.gowing@ambervalley.gov.uk.

Also, Beginner’s Walk every Wednesday 2.15pm, 30 -45 minute duration. Meet at Belper Leisure Centre Reception, John O’Gaunts Way DE56 0DA. Contact Belper Leisure Centre 01773 825285.

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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 Heanor and District Model Aircraft Club Based at Denby. For anyone interested in flying model aircraft, beginner or expert. Visit www.HDMAC.info to find out more.

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 & Horsley Over 60’s Club Kilburn Social Club, Chapel Street, Kilburn, alternate Tuesdays 2pm to 4pm.

Contact Barbara Watts: 01773 745008.

Little Black Book 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. Meet at Old Oak, Horsley Woodhouse 1st & 3rd Thursdays from 7-8.30pm.Contact 07986 450580 or 01332 780276.

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.

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.

First Duffield Boys’ Brigade and Girls’ Association Ages 5 –11. Meet 6.15 – 7.30 Tuesdays, Duffield Baptist Church Hall, Makeney Road DE56 4BD. Details from 01773 689983 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.

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

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.

Kilburn Wine Circle For those who like wine and would like to learn more. Meets 3rd Wednesday each month at Kilburn Village Hall. Info: www.kilburnwinecircle.weebly.com or contact David: 01159 303712

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

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

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. Wed: 5-6pm & 6-7pm; Sat: 9-10am & 10-11am; Sun: 9.30-10.30am. Contact Shirley: 07779 812468.

The Wednesday Club Kilburn Welfare Social Club Chapel St, Kilburn, 1st Wednesday every month 2pm–4pm. Betty Holloway 01332 880726. All welcome.

Toddlers Inc. Meets at Denby Bottles Methodist Church, Danesby Crescent, Tues 10am – 12noon, in and out of term time. Contact: 01773 743104.

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, 32 Chapel Street, Duffield, Fridays during term time. MASSIVE XTREME: (School years 7-9) 4 – 6pm, MASSIVE: (School years 10-13) 7 - 9:30pm. Contact Ashlyn: 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

Walking for Health Every Thursday at 9:30am outside Bourne’s Café Denby Pottery Visitors Centre, DE5 8NX, a 40 minute and 60 minute walk. Info: contact Jayne Stallion 07971 126382; jayne.stallion@ambervalley.gov.uk

Pilates with Tabitha 9.30 Tuesday at Hazelwood Church Hall. Call 07957387333 for more info.

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

01773 741586

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.

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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.

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 Ballroom Dance Classes Beginners and improvers at The Ecclesbourne School, Wirksworth Road, Duffield. Thursday 7.30-8.30pm & 8.30-9.30pm term time only. Diane 07935212228 Adult Yoga and Meditation Mondays at Meadows Primary School – Meditation 7-7:25, Hatha Yoga 7:30-9pm (term time only), Tuesdays Yoga 7-8pm (term time) in Ecclesbourne School Sports Hall. For details Contact Anita 01332 842070; apmr.nathan@btinternet.com; Facebook: YogaNita; yoga-nita.wix.com/yoganita Amber Painting Group Friendly Art Group meets every Friday at 1.30 -3.30, Methodist Church Hall, King St, Duffield. New members welcome. Tel: 01332 840707.

Community Lunch Emmanuel Community Church, 32 Chapel Street, Duffield.

Every 4th Thursday of the month. For the older person in the community.

Info: Lynda 01332 840821 Creation Station Creative Classes for babies/preschoolers and parents. Tuesdays 9:45-10:35 (15 months to 5 years) & 11-11:45 (6-14 months) at Duffield Scout Hut. Kay 07875054266.

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 Monday 6:45pm – 8:30pm, Main Hall, Ecclesbourne School Duffield, Derby.

New members always welcome, no obligation. Further details via Facebook, www.dvwb.org.uk or info@dvwb.org.uk.

Duffield Afternoon WI Meet at St Margaret Clitherow Church, Hall Farm Road, Duffield DE56 4FS, 3rd Tuesday of the month 1:30 – 3:30pm. Contact: Chris 01332 882442 or Rosie 01332 841361.

Duffield Baby and Toddler Group Playgroup for babies and pre-school children, every Wednesday 10-11.30am, Duffield Methodist Church, King Street.

Duffield Cumberhills WI Meet on 2nd Tuesday of the month at Ecclesbourne Centre, Park Road, Duffield DE56 4EF, 7:30pm. Contact: duffield.cumberhills.wi@gmail.com.

Duffield Evening WI Meet 3rd Tuesday each month 7.30pm, usually at St Margaret’s Church, Hall Farm Rd, Duffield DE56 4FS. All welcome. Contact Helen 07941 660771.

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 meets Wednesdays, St Margaret’s Church, Hall Farm Road, Duffield at 7.45pm. New members always welcome - no auditions. www.duffieldsingers.org, E: theduffieldsingers@gmail.com, FB:@theduffieldsingers.

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

Call Glyn: 01332 842421 Who Let The Dads Out! Toddler Group for Dads, Grandads and male carers and their children age 5 and under. 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 Tuesday 10.45am at Hazelwood Church Hall, Thursday 7pm at Ecclesbourne School, Friday 11.30am at Hazelwood Church Hall. Call 07957387333 for more info.

Holbrook

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

Drumming Group Meets last Fri of month (may differ) 7pm – 9.30pm at The Arkwright Hall, Moorside Lane, Holbrook. Contact Pat Dunnicliffe or Del Woods on 01332 880984 email:dunnwooddrums@live.com Info: www.dunnwooddrums.com Holbrook Baby & Toddler Group Holbrook Methodist Church, Moorside Lane, Holbrook. Fridays 9.15am to 11.15am, term time. £2 per family. Rosemary Woodward: 07795 602478 Holbrook Friendship Club First Thursday of every month, 2-4pm at the Sports & Social Club, Shaw Lane, Holbrook. Call Secretary Mrs Hall for more information: 01332 882379.

Holbrook Garden Group Holbrook Moor Methodist Church, Moorside Lane, Holbrook, third Monday each month, 7.30pm. All welcome. David Skelton: 01332 881221.

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: Jill 01332 880205 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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Horsley Woodhouse

1st Sitwell Scout Group Beavers, Cubs and Scouts, aged 6 to 14. Sitwell Scout HQ off Church Lane, Horsley Woodhouse DE7 6AW. Info: www.1stsitwellscoutgroup.co.uk.

Email: gsl@1stsitwellscoutgroup.co.uk.

Adult Yoga Suitable for beginners, Tuesdays 10:30-11:30, Church Hall, Main Street Horsley Woodhouse. Contact Anita Nathan: 01332 842070, apmr.nathan@icloud.com, Facebook: YogaNita.

Circuit and Weight-Based Training Mondays 5.30 to 6.30pm in the Church Hall, DE7 6AT. Contact Julie Cole 07976 710882.

Dance Night Woodhouse Church Hall, DE7 6AT. Every Monday 7 - 8pm. Line Dancing with Megan. Call Sheila 07803 158235.

Gentle Chair Exercise (Age UK) Horsley Woodhouse Church Hall. DE7 6AT. Every Thursday 10-11.30am. £4.

Tea, Coffee and Biscuits. Contact Di 07919 116585 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.

Sitwell Arms Crown Green Bowling Club New members wanted, all ages welcome. Contact Tony: 07939 004479 or 01332 880858 The Getting to Know You Cafe Horsley Woodhouse Church Hall. DE7 6AT. 2nd or 3rd Wednesday each month (contact for forthcoming dates) 2-3.30pm. Hobbies, Crafts. Refreshments £1.50.

The Church Hall, DE7 6AT. Contact Sheila 07803 158 235.

Walking for Health Every Wednesday 9:45am, 60 – 90 minute walk, meet at various locations. For more info contact Jayne Stallion 07971 126382; Jayne.stallion@ambervalley.gov.uk Whist Drive British Legion Hall, Main Street, Horsley Woodhouse, every Friday 7.30pm. Malcolm Parkin 01332 880160.

Zumba Saturdays 10.30 to 11.30am in the Church Hall, DE7 6AT. Contact Cathy 07963 738137.

Little Eaton

Baby Sensory Baby development classes at Little Eaton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Little Eaton. Meet every Tuesday 10am to 11am.

Call Claire 07967 485855 to book your free trial visit.

Fitness Training Fast Fitness, Little Eaton Park, Mondays 6-6.30pm, £2.50 Circuit Training, Little Eaton Village Hall, Thursdays 6-7pm, £5.00 Contact: Ailsa Waters 07929 610558 Little Eaton Crown Green Bowling Club St Peter’s Park, Vicarage Lane, Little Eaton. Andy Hardwick 01332-834725; e-mail hardwick_ak@yahoo.co.uk.

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 07342 973166.

Little Eaton Diamonds Football Under-12s. Training Wednesdays 6pm-7pm, matches Sundays. New players welcome. Tim: 07967586849; tjhorwood@hotmail.co.uk Little Eaton Gardening Club Meet at the Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, DE21 5EA every 1st Wednesday evening of month 7-9pm. (Autumn & Winter) Excursions during summer months & December event. Visitors welcome. Info: Moira Hutchison 01332 831966.

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: Sue Tulloch 01332 832510; Secretary: Jackie Elliott 01332 831517 Little Stars Drama Class Little Eaton Village Hall. Every Thursday 4-5pm for 5-10 year olds.

Big Characters Drama, every Thursday 5-6pm for 12-18 year olds.

Dinky Drama, every Friday 10-11am for 18 months – 4 year olds.

Contact Fliss Goldsmith 07718 487079 or flippanccreative@yahoo.co.uk for FREE trial session Little Eaton Teen Yoga Workshops New weekly class (term time only) at Little Eaton Village Hall 4.30-5.30pm, for 10-16 yr olds. Fun class for stretching and strengthening, relaxing body and calming the mind. Contact kirsty@teenyogis.co.uk or 07880721035. www.teenyogis.co.uk. Teen Yoga Workshops for 8-18yr olds various Sundays at Little Eaton OAP Hall. Fun and friendly.

OAP Hall Barley Close, Little Eaton. £8.50p/h for hire (regular users) or £10p/h (one-off use). Craft Group Monday 1-3pm; Booticamp Babes Tuesday/ Thursday 9.30-10.30am; Oakwood Yoga Tuesday 5.45-9pm; Little Eaton Players Drama Group Thursday 7.30-9.30pm.

Over 55s Coffee Morning first Wednesday of every month.

Contact Susan Kirkland 01332 832577 for enquiries or bookings.

The Friends in Harmony Choir Rehearse at Parish Rooms, Vicarage Road, Little Eaton, Tuesdays 7.15pm – 9.15pm.

New singers welcome. Conductor Jan Johnson: 01332 550183 The Village Pre-school Little Eaton At Little Eaton Village Hall (lower hall), St Peter’s Park. Open Monday – Friday 9:00-3:30 (Lunch Club 12:00 - 12:30). Contact 07493 925900 www.levillagepreschool.co.uk Twistin’ Tots Little Eaton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Wednesdays (term time only) 1.30pm - 2.30pm. Music and movement session for children 0 to 5 years. Contact Lisa on 07988 602570 or visit www.twistintots.co.uk.

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

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Amber Valley Tai Chi Chuan The Martial Art of Tai Chi. Kawagishi Dojo (formerly the Riverside Garden Centre). Tuesdays & Thursdays - 6.30-8pm, beginners welcome.

Advanced class 8-8.30pm. Phone: 01332 890460; e-mail: sifu@ambervalleytaichichuan.co.uk; web:www.ambervalleytaichichuan.co.uk.

Belper Aiwakai Karate Club Training for all ages and abilities at Kawagishi Dojo, Milford on Tuesdays at 6.30pm-8.30pm. The general club finishes at 7.45pm followed by advanced session running until 8.30pm. Dave Johnson 07954 371945.

Karate & Kick Boxing with Ronin Budo Karate: Thursday 7.30-8.30pm. Kickboxing: Tuesday Mini Ronins (5-7 years) 6.00-6.45pm, 7+ 6.45-7.45pm; Adults Thursday 8.30-10pm; Open class Saturdays 10.30-11.30am. All classes at Milford Riverside Fitness Centre, Makeney Road. Info Charles Spring 07980639437 www.Facebook.com/ RoninBudo e mail charlesspring@btinternet.com.

Milford Baptist Church 23 Chevin Road, Milford. Sunday Worship 10:30am, modern and relevant, coffee after. Kaleidoscope, Interactive Bible Study 1st/3rd Wednesdays 1:30pm.

Bible Study, Thursdays 7:30pm. Coffee Morning 1st Friday of month 10am – noon. Disabled friendly. www.milfordbaptist.org.uk. Enquiries 01773 822370 Milford & Makeney WI Meet at Duffield Baptist Church, Makeney Road, Duffield, DE56 4BD On first Monday afternoon of the month at 2.00pm. Jo: 01773 825478.

Milford Pre-School Milford Primary School, Chevin Road. Morning, afternoon and lunch club sessions for 2-4 year olds; new 9am – 3pm option for 3 & 4 year olds.

Government funding can be used for certain sessions. 01332 842913.

Pilates with Tabitha Thursday 2-3 at the Riverside Fitness Centre. Call 07957397333 for more info.

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 Mary Harris 01332 780056 or Margaret Giller 01332 883361

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

Smalley Art Group Draw and paint at Smalley Institute, 79 Main Road, Smalley, every Tuesday 10am – 12noon and 7- 9 pm, Wednesday 10am – 12noon Joining details from Jean Furmston 01332 780804.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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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 age 5+. Visit www.girlguiding.org.uk for details Academy Crafters Meet at Ripley Academy every other Wednesday from 6.30-8.30pm, £2. Get together with likeminded people and craft! Contact gilli.p189@gmail.com or search ‘Academy Crafters’ on FB. Aim Excelsum School of Music Band practice on Mondays – 5.30pm – 6.30pm. Unit F, Sitwell Business Centre, Heage Road Ind Est, Ripley, DE5 3GH. Suitable for 6+ years of age and parents, of all abilities. For further details please email: info@aimexcelsum.co.uk Alphabet Childminding Group Meet at Denby Institute. Childminders wishing to join the group can call Marion on 07952 798808, Claire 07891 956715, Trina 07875 142583.

Amber Valley Access Group Contact Keith Boot 07980 591801. Email info@avag.org.uk www.avag.org.uk Amber Valley CVS Volunteers needed to work with various organisations. Supports older people, families, children, helps and supports local groups giving advice on funding, as well as offering training, facilities and resources. Further details: 01773 512076 Amber Valley Movie Makers Marehay Miners Welfare, Derby Road, Ripley, meet alternate Tuesdays 7.45pm from September to June.

Geoff Thompson: 01773 748559. avmm@gmail.com .

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

Supporting stroke survivors. Call Mary 01773 747813.

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

Baby Sensory Multi-award winning baby learning and developmental classes suitable from birth to 13 months. Tuesday’s, 10am and 11.15 at Ripley Leisure Centre.

Booking essential: www.babysensory.com/en/ClassDetails/centralderbyshire or contact Marie 07989 443734 for details.

Beehive Ukulele Club Meets every Thurs at the Beehive, 151 Peashill, Ripley at around 8.15 (teacher arrives at 9.10) £5 per week. Contact Julie Johnson 07968 309191.

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.

Derbyshire Archery Club Now meet at Main Road, Lower Hartshay. Shooting times are Wednesday and Friday evenings. Frequent tournaments at Keldeston Hall in the summer.

Regular beginners’ courses throughout the year. Information on dacarchers. co.uk or phone Neil Bryan 01773 824903.

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.

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.

Ivy Grove Surgery Patient Group Meet 7pm last Wednesday monthly (excluding August and December) at Ivy Grove Surgery, Steeple Drive, Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 3TH. New members very welcome. For further information email ivgpatientgroup@gmail.com or visit www.ivygrove.org.uk Live Life Better Free healthy lifestyles service for Derbyshire residents. Advice and help on a range of health and wellbeing topics. Info: 0800 085 2299 or 01629 538200, llbd.info@derbyshire.gov.uk or Livelifebetterderbyshire.org.uk Musical Dimension Singing group available for bookings – all monies raised donated to local charities. Practice nights Tuesdays 7.30pm at Marehay Methodist Chapel, Ripley.

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

Geoff Bacon: 01773 608786.

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

Info: Terry Thorpe 01773 743471 Ripley and Alfreton Tennis Club Heage Road, Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3GG. Meet several nights/days each week for social tennis. Secretary, Mr Dean Latham: 07986 149810. www.ripleyalfretontennis.org.uk or www.facebook.com/randatc.

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

Ripley and District Heritage Trust Meet Ripley Town Hall Thursdays 2pm-4pm. New members welcome – contact Tim Castledine on 01773 746954.

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

Details from Roland: 01773 746543.

Ripley & District U3A Monthly meetings at St Joseph’s Church Hall, Butterley Hill, Ripley. Dates vary.

Many different interests catered for. Call Rosie: 01773 461360.

Ripley Cadets Parade on Monday & Thursday 18.45-21.00 at the Cadet Centre, Mill Hill School. Open to all young people 12-18. Contact: Jo Moody 0785 2102104 Ripley Classical Music Group 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 Philip Outram, Secretary, 01773 746939. www.thefrms.co.uk/affprogs/ripley.htm 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. 07462 092041.

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

Mrs Phyllis Holmes: 01773 747355 Ripley Ladies Group Meet 1st Tuesday of every month 7.30pm at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. New members very welcome. Contact Gill 01773 744580.

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

Players of a club or local league standard are welcome.

Ladies, Mens & Mixed teams. Info: Kay 01332 883622 Ripley Memory Cafe Third Thursday of each month 2-4pm, Field Terrace Community Room, Off Slack Ln., DE5 3HL. (Opp. Co-op) Info: Helen Aldridge 01332 208845 or email derbyshire@alzheimers.org.uk Ripley Morris Cotswold Morris Side, meet every Thursday at at Sawmills Village Hall, 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 Professional & Business Women (RPBW) Encouraging women to share ideas and interests. All ages, professional and retired welcome, from Ripley & surrounding areas. 2nd Monday each month, 7.30-9.30pm, Lumb Farm, Derby Road, Marehay DE5 8JN. Contact rpbwmembership@gmail.com Ripley Residents’ Association Meetings last Monday of each month 6.30pm, Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. Advice and guidance on issues or concerns residents may have in a friendly, supportive setting. Info: Ruth Burton 07815301528.

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@gmail.com Ripley Royal British Legion Branch 3669 Meet first Thursday of every month at The Sir Barnes Wallis Public House, 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 Ballroom, Latin American & Old Time Classical. Adult’s practice/tuition class Mondays 7.30 – 8.30pm. Private lessons by appointment at Marehay Methodist Chapel, Ripley. Brenda Jackson 01773 749948.

Ripley Sub-Aqua Club Meet Wednesday evenings 8.30 pm to 9.30 pm at Ripley Leisure Centre Swimming Pool. John 07792 329738 or Sarah 07920 549142.

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 Roland 01773 746543’.

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

Contact: Christine Byard 01773 745170.

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

David: 01773 744031.

Twistin’ Tikes Music for ages 3-5, 1.30-2.30pm, Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind. Est., Ripley. Contact Jacqui 07977578359, info@twistintots.co.uk, www.facebook/twistin tots.

Twistin’ Tots Fridays at Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind. Est., Ripley. 9.30-10.30 & 11-12 noon.

Music and play for under 5s. Contact Jacqui 07977578359, info@twistintots.co.uk, www.facebook/twistin tots.

Walking for Health A Ripley Dementia Friendly Walk meets 12 noon at Ripley Leisure Centre every Friday, 45 – 60 minute walk. Or, a progression Ripley walk every Tuesday (except the first of each month) meet Ripley Leisure Centre 11am, 90 minute walk. For info on either walk contact Ripley Leisure Centre 01773 514727.

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Bereavement Matters I am entering my 34th year working in the funeral industry and I have seen very many changes in that time, but I believe that even bigger changes await us in the near future.

I am not talking about further alterations to the way services are conducted, nor the addition to the widening and welcome range of accessories and products which enable families to make their loved ones’ send-offs more individual and meaningful.

Instead – and this is purely my personal opinion – I believe the biggest changes concern the effect our industry has on the environment as the world becomes more ecologically aware and, in particular, our tradition of burying our dead or committing them to be cremated.

Understandably, few people would choose to dwell on the specifics of either option, but there is increasing awareness of the effects both methods have on the planet, whether it’s through the heavy use of resources necessary for cremation and the emissions it causes, or the amount of land needed by cemeteries.

Much has already been achieved to make the funeral industry more eco-friendly. Most people no longer want

solid wood mahogany coffins and we sell many more coffins made from recycled materials or sustainable bamboo or wool, while hybrid or electric funeral cars are on the horizon.

It’s the issue of finding an alternative to cremation or burial which is our biggest challenge, because although more sustainable and less resource-dependent alternatives do exist, they aren’t what people are used to and, as a result, would not be considered right or fitting.

Changing that mindset is extremely difficult, but I believe it’s both possible and inevitable.

The environment will be of far more concern to the next generation than it has been to ours and, since young people have always embraced ideas that their elders have considered unthinkable, I believe that they will be the ones who’ll make the difficult decision to break with tradition, bringing about one of the biggest changes to our industry.

By Anthony Topley Funeral director, Gillotts Funeral Directors, Abbott Street, Heanor

Community Diary October/November 2019 October:

5th: An Evening of Clairvoyance with Stephen Francis at Field Terrace Ripley DE53 HL (car park behind Pear Tree pub, Derby Road). 6pm, £6.00 on the door. Enquiries: 07773 684305.

6th: Damson Sunday at The Spotted Cow and Spotted Calf, Holbrook. Competitions for best damson wine, spirit, dessert, jam and chutney.

Entries 50p from 12 noon to The Spotted Cow; judging 3pm. Enquiries Cheryl 01332 880798, cheryl.brew@yahoo.co.uk or ask at the Cow or Calf.

12th: Sitwell Singers present Faure: Requiem, also featuring motets by Tchaikovsky. 7.30pm, St John the Evangelist Church, Mill Street, Derby, DE1 3HZ. Tickets £12 (u16s free). Booking via www.sitwellsingers.org.uk, 01332 662519 or on the door (subject to availability).

12th: Ship of Fools stand-up comedy, 7.30 for 8pm No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Tickets £8; book via text 07804 563371 or shipoffoolscomedy@yahoo.co.uk. Bring own drinks.

12th – 13th: Shottlegate Art Group will be exhibiting their paintings at No.28, Market Place, Belper. All visitors welcome.

14th: Take Heart (Derby) meeting & talk by Elizabeth Holloway on “Living on a River Boat”, 2.30pm at The Friends’ Meeting House, St Helen’s Street, Derby. Info: www.takeheartderby.co.uk or 01332 380219.

26th: Green Exchange Café 10am – 1pm No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. www.transitionbelper.org; Facebook: Transition Belper.

26th: Take Heart (Derby) Walking back to Health Tortoise Walk around Belper. Meet at Field Lane car park DE56 1UP. Times and info: 01332 831499.

29th: Take Heart (Derby) coffee morning at The Cube café, Chapel St, Derby DE1 3GU 10.30am onwards. Info: www.takeheartderby.co.uk.

31st: Charity Halloween Spookfest at 17 Rawson Green, Kilburn, DE56 0LN, 4pm – 9pm. All welcome. Refreshments available. Donations to Children in Need gratefully received.

November:

8th: Take Heart (Derby) Remembrance coffee morning at Royal Crown Derby. Info: www.takeheartderby.co.uk or 01332 380219.

11th: Take Heart (Derby) meeting and talk by Nancy Hawkesworth on “Life as a Farmer’s Wife”, 2.30pm at The Friends’ Meeting House, St Helen’s Street, Derby. Info: www.takeheartderby.co.uk or 01332 380219.

16th: Annual Christmas Bazaar, St Matthew’s Church, Morley (in the Conference Room at adjacent Morley Retreat House) 10am – 12noon. Seasonal attractions, raffle and refreshments. Admission free, all welcome.

16th: Christmas Market at Christ Church, The Triangle, Belper DE56 1BA. 11am to 2pm. Stalls, raffle, refreshments including turkey cobs and mulled wine.

Free admission. All welcome.

16th: Ship of Fools stand-up comedy, 7.30 for 8pm at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Tickets £8; book via text 07804 563371 or shipoffoolscomedy@yahoo.co.uk. Bring own drinks.

23rd: Green Exchange Café 10am – 1pm No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. www.transitionbelper.org; Facebook: Transition Belper.

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Index Accommodation: Shining Cliff Hostel 13 Accountant: Amber Accountancy 4 Accountant: Easy Accounts Ltd 4 Accountant: Yeomans Accountancy Ltd 9 Aerials: Aerial Technology of Ripley 51 Aerials: AMC Aerials 59 Airport Transfers: Connect Cars 14 Airport Transfers: Derwent Cars 16 Airport Transfers: Holbrook Travel 16 Animal Welfare: The Cats Protection League 14 Architect: BDS Architecture 69 Architect: Green 2K Design 60

Kitchens: Holtams 48 Kitchens: Kitchen & Bedroom Warehouse 70 Kitchens: Oatenvale Kitchens 58 Kitchens: Orchard Kitchens 2 Kitchens: Paul M Longden 78 Kitchens: Snug Services 72

Bathrooms: Arctic Interiors Bathrooms & Showers: Bathtime Heanor Bathrooms: Browns Builders Merchants Bathrooms: Paul M Longden Bathrooms: Snug Services Beauty: Serene Retreat Bedrooms: Contour Furnishings Bedrooms: Kitchen & Bedroom Warehouse Builder’s Merchant/Landscaping Products: Browns Building Work: Bennett Construction Building Work: JJN Building Services Building Work: Keystone Developments

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Massage: Equilibrium 39 Multi-fuel Burners: Belper Coal Supplies 77

Car Body Repairs & Servicing: B A Kelf Car Body Repairs: ChipsAway Car Body Repairs: Martin Buxton Car Servicing, Repairs, MOTs: 20Ten Garage Services Car Servicing, Repairs, MOTs: Grahame’s Autos Car Servicing, Repairs, MOTs: Little Eaton Garage Carer Services: ELFcare UK Ltd Carer Services: Right at Home Carpet Cleaning: Roy Milner Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning: Jonelle Carpets & Flooring: Ian Wilson Carpets & Flooring: Spondon Carpets Carpets & Flooring: T Nutt & Sons Cleaner: The Cleaning Lady Coal Supplies: Belper Coal Supplies Coffee Shop: Peony Computer Repairs/Tuition: PC User Computer Support: Eaton PCs Computer Tuition: Computer Tutor for U Conservatories, Windows, Doors: Abbey Glass Cooker Repair: Ovencare

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Door Maintenance & Repair: Door Maintenance & Repair

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Education: Derbyshire County Council Adult Education 90 Education: Ockbrook School 87 Education: TCS Smart-Seniors Technology Classes 15 Electrician: Andy Hill 68 Electrician: Devenport Electrical 79 Electrician: McPherson-Davis 74 Electrician: TME Electrical 61 Fence Panels & Wood: Walvins Timber Financial Advice: Belper IFS Florist: Fleur Florist Footcare: Amber Feet Fuel: Browns/Signal Fuels Funeral Directors: Gillotts Funeral Services

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Garage Doors: Ockbrook Garage Doors 60 Garden Living: Cabin Master 3 Garden Machinery Sales, Service, Repairs: Easy Service & Sales 49 Garden Services: AJS Grounds Maintenance 46 Garden Services: Jaam Properties 46 Garden & Property Services: The Garden Guy 44 Giftware: Peony 14 Gutter Clearance: Gutter PRO 53 Hair: Lisa Hairstylist Hair: Serene Retreat Holistic Therapy: Eileen Strong Home Improvements: Next Generation Home Maintenance: Snug Services Home & Garden Maintenance: Andyfit Home & Garden Maintenance: H & H House & Garden Hotel: Morley Hayes

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Ironing Service: Perfectly Pressed

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Joinery: Bethell’s Joinery Joinery: R&D Joinery

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Kitchens: Arctic Interiors Kitchens: Dream Doors

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Landscaping Services: Langley Landscaping Services Ltd Lawn Care: Mark Hudson Leisure Club: Breadsall Priory Leisure Loft Conversions: Access4Lofts Loft Ladders: More than Loft Ladders

Osteopath: Osteopathy Derby Oven Cleaning: Spring Fresh Oven Repair: Ovencare

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Painter & Decorator: Duffield Decorators Ltd 51 Painter & Decorator: John the Painter 76 Painter & Decorator: Roy Milner 43 Painter & Decorator: TCA Painting & Decorating 50 Pergolas: Pete’s Pergola Systems 45 Personal Trainer: Alex Robinson 41 Pest Control: MW Pest Control 78 Pet Care Services: The Pet Servant 4 Plastering: Claxton Plastering 44 Plastering: McPherson-Davis 74 Plastering: Smooth Finish 64 Plastering: Steven’s Plastering 54 Plumbing & Heating: ADS 63 Plumbing & Heating: Blacks 54 Plumbing & Heating: Brailey 61 Plumbing & Heating: GFS 58 Plumbing & Heating: Ian Foster 74 Plumbing & Heating: LEEVA Plumbing & Heating 71 Plumbing & Heating: Martyn Young Heating & Plumbing 64 Plumbing & Heating: MDA 78 Plumbing & Heating: Richard Fearn 76 Plumbing & Heating: RK 44 Plumbing & Heating: Scott 60 Plumbing & Heating: Verisafe 42 Plumbing & Heating: Woodward 62 Plumbing & Heating: WTB 50 Property Maintenance: David Grey 42 Public House: The Bulls Head Belper Lane End 28 Public House: The Bulls Head Denby 28 Public House: The Kings Head 20 Public House: Marquis of Ormonde 27 Restaurant: Angelo’s Bistro 20 Restaurant: The Bulls Head Belper Lane End 28 Restaurant: The Bulls Head Denby 28 Restaurant: Horsley Lodge 29 Restaurant: Marquis of Ormonde 27 Restaurant: Morley Hayes 21 Roofing: County & McAndrews 82 Roofing: Harris Roofing Services 42 Roofing: Lords 76 Schoolwear: Loop Schoolwear 1 Security: CS Security Solutions 55 Security: Prestige 66 Social Club: Kilburn Welfare 22 Solicitors: Shacklocks 8 Solicitors: Smith Partnership 11 Stairlifts: Direct Stairlifts 83 Stroke Support Group: Amber Valley Stroke Support 97 Taxi: Holbrook Travel Technology Classes: TCS Smart-Seniors Tree Care: ArborEx Tree Care: Charnwood Tree Services Tree Care: Clip ‘Em & Fell ‘Em Tree Care: The Garden Guy Tree Care: Orchard Tree Care Tree Care & Garden Services: Mark Hudson Tyres & Exhausts: ETS

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Vet: John Rosie Vet Care at Home Volunteer Work: Home-Start Erewash

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Walking Group: Walking for Health Windows, Doors & Conservatories: Smartglaze Windows, Doors & Conservatories: Trade Windows Windows, Doors & Conservatories: Weatherseal Workwear: Loop Workwear

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To advertise contact Ruth: T: 01332 883140 M: 07545 261034 E: ruth@allthingslocal.co.uk

A local family business since 1981 17 branches throughout the Midlands

Tel 0345 2997 955 "Absolutely amazing service!

I would highly recommend this place to anyone" Â

Bobby 14th August 2019

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DERBY Tel 01332 342005 ALFRETON ROAD

SOMERCOTES GILTBROOK Tel 01773 Tel 01159 528882 389006 WIMSEY WAY

PENTRICH ROAD

01773 744646

DERBY Tel 01332 767778

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UPPERDALE ROAD

NOTTINGHAM ROAD

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OPENING HOURS Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm Saturday 8.30am - 4.00pm

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