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Autumn of course brings darker nights and usually more inclement weather, but there’s still a lot to look forward to! This transitional season is associated with delicious foods and fruits, star gazing, autumnal walks, beautiful colours and, of course, the celebrations of Halloween and Bonfire Night. Whether you go all out for a huge Halloween pageant as they do in America or prefer something a bit lower-key, you can enjoy all kinds of activities and events from fancy dress parties to carving pumpkins, bobbing apples or ‘Trick or Treating’.
Take care and we’ll be back soon with our Christmas and New Year 2023 issue … wow, how time flies! Team ATL Pictured l to r: Karyn Milner (Publisher/Editor), Ruth Brown (Advertising Sales), Helen Young (Editorial Copywriter & Coordinator) Advertising Enquiries: Ruth Brown E: ruth@allthingslocal.co.uk T: 01332 883140 or 07545 261034 W: www.allthingslocal.co.ukAllThingsLocalMagazines Hello readers Advertising Enquiries: Ruth Brown E: ruth@allthingslocal.co.uk T: 01332 883140 or 07545 261034 W: www.allthingslocal.co.uk Winners’ Corner Contents Competitions & Puzzles Prize crossword – Win a 2 Course Sunday Lunch for 2 people at The Spotted Cow, Holbrook 6 Champagne Sudoku 28 Children’s Puzzles 70 Friendship Blooms – FREE FLOWERS! 77 Business & Professional 2 Lifestyle 12 Food, Drink, Entertainment 20 Health, Beauty, Fitness 25 Motoring 29 Home & Gardens 34 Children & Education 67 Community 72 ADVERTISMENT BOOKING DEADLINE FOR DECEMBER 2022/JANUARY 2023 IS WEDNESDAY 19 OCTOBER 2022. CONGRATULATIONS Carol Davidson from Smalley who has won a bottle of Champagne. CONGRATULATIONS Linda Knight from Belper who has won a 2 Course Sunday lunch for 2 people at The Sitwell Arms in Horsley Woodhouse. Many readers might recognise Linda as she writes poetry books which she donates to local schools and is also a talented artist who donates her artwork locally too. For more information about Linda’s work visit: www.knight-gkla.co.uk/lindas-page.htm
Please be aware that not everyone celebrates this occasion and some may feel intimidated by it so, if you’re Trick or Treating, please only knock on doors where pumpkins are displayed. Likewise, while Bonfire Night is enjoyed by many, some people and pets can be fearful so please be considerate
While the sun and dry weather hasn’t been without its difficulties and nature is certainly crying out for some rainfall, we were able to enjoy some lovely weather and, despite a few occasions where it all got a bit much and we had to hide from the heat, it has afforded us plenty of opportunities to enjoy outdoor living and exploring our beautiful local area.
of others when planning your events. Oh, and don’t forget to put your clocks back an hour on 30th October, otherwise you’ll be an hour early for your Halloween and bonfire Asparties!always, All Things Local is bringing you even more reasons to celebrate this autumn, and in this issue you can win a Sunday lunch for two courtesy of The Spotted Cow in Holbrook in our Prize Crossword on page 6, or a bottle of Champagne in our Champagne Sudoku on page 28.
So, without further ado, we’ll leave you to delve into all that our autumn issue has to offer. Enjoy!
Welcome to the October/November issue of All Things Local, as we move into autumn after a scorching hot summer.
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The difficulty is that the CETV for one scheme might produce completely different pension benefits to the CETV in another scheme. You might share a particular pension equally but the reality in terms of what you might each receive in your pocket could be significantly different. The court is generally concerned about the effect of a pension sharing order, especially when people might have been together for a long time.
Often it is necessary to involve other experts, for example pension actuaries, who will produce comprehensive reports to assist in the division of pension assets. The information given above is necessarily general and cannot be relied upon in any particular case.
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At Shacklocks LLP we are committed to helping you to understand the true worth of pensions and to help you receive a fair financial settlement which will meet your needs. Shacklocks LLP family law team are currently offering all new clients an initial free half hour appointment. To find out more, contact Ben Stubbins and his team on 01773 822333 or email
To advertise contact Ruth: T: 01332 883140 ruth@allthingslocal.co.uk72 Cassandra Worton, Partner with Shacklocks LLP and a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, explains some of the mystery behind Trusts. Trusts are a very well established part of English law, but are generally not available in many European countries. So what are they, and how did they come about?
2. Pension attachment. This is where a court makes an order directing that some of the pension payable to one person is paid to the other.
There are obviously many different pension schemes in existence. Each will probably be different to the next. It is very important that you receive the right advice and that the true value of each pension is understood and shared fairly.
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Shacklocks LLP have been dealing with Trusts for many years, though not quite as far back as the Crusades! If you would like to know more about Trusts and how they may be of help in your circumstances contact Cassandra Worton or Richard Farmer at Shacklocks LLP on 01773 822333 or 01623 626141 or email cassandraw@shacklocks.co.uk or Cassandrarichardf@shacklocks.co.uk.Worton
To advertise contact Ruth: T: 01332 883140 ruth@allthingslocal.co.uk68 When a marriage or a civil partnership breaks down, consideration needs to be given to how the assets of the union are to be divided. Assets can include the home, savings, cars and other valuables but also pensions. Indeed the pensions can be the most valuable asset and care has to be exercised in how they are treated and how they are divided. Usually, pensions are dealt with in one of the following ways:
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To better understand Trusts we can take a look back to the times of the Crusades. Trusts first began to take shape in medieval England when men were travelling abroad to join the Crusades. They would transfer their property to a trusted friend for them to look after, manage and protect until their return, which may not be for many years. The moral obligation imposed on the friend is one of the earliest forms of a Trust, which over the centuries has become embedded in our legal Ifsystem.wefast forward to the present day, the reasons to use a Trust are broadly the same as in medieval England; there are different types of Trusts and there are many different types of situations which may create Trusts. Trusts may be set up in a lifetime, or through a Will following death. Trusts may provide circumstances in which beneficiaries will become absolutely entitled to the Trust Fund, or they may provide flexibility by allowing for discretion to be exercised as to who should benefit.
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At Shacklocks we have set up a number of charitable trusts over the 150 years or so we have been in business and we still look after those trusts today. One of the charitable trusts we look after, for example, was established by a will in the 1940’s to provide accommodation for elderly residents. 70 years later the trust is still providing that accommodation. Another of the trusts we look after was set up by a client who wanted to help people with particular medical conditions. Her kindness has enabled her trustees to provide financial support to a gifted young musician who has experienced a number of health issues that have interfered with her education, to enable that child to be educated in the most appropriate Aenvironment.CharitableTrust can be set up either during your lifetime with savings and investments built up already, or alternatively through a specially prepared Will that will only take effect following your death and will therefore not deprive you of capital or income during your lifetime.
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In fact, when it comes to making a Will, there are all sorts of opportunities open to you to make your Will what you need it to be. And why wouldn’t you? Why settle for ‘simple’ or ‘standard’ when there is so much more you can do with your Will? What sort of things do we talk about in our meetings? Well, let’s take one example that is not at all unusual. A client may be concerned that a beneficiary will struggle to manage an inheritance, for example because they find it hard to manage money or property, or they have health problems or other vulnerabilities. But did you know, the gifts in a Will do not have to be ‘absolute’? You can use your Will to arrange for an inheritance not to be passed outright, and to be managed until the beneficiary is ready to receive it.
It is important to understand the difference between different pension types. Some pensions are pots of money which can sometimes be converted into cash (subject to tax). Other pensions simply give a person the right to receive an income from a particular date until their death.
Put as simply as possible, a Trust will arise where a person transfers property or assets into the name of their chosen Trustees, for the Trustees to hold that property or those assets for certain purposes and on certain terms, for the benefit of specific persons or a group of people.
The CETV provided by a pension scheme might not be a true representation of the value of that pension. In some cases, especially some public sector pensions, the CETV provided can significantly understate the true worth of a pension.
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From time to time, we receive enquiries from callers asking for a ‘simple’ or ‘standard’ Will. But what is a ‘simple’ or ‘standard’ Will? After we have taken the time to sit down and talk through with our clients what it is they wish to achieve, and what might be available to them, we often hear our clients say, “I didn’t think of that.”
A couple may set up a Trust to keep their family assets in the bloodline in case of changes in family and marital arrangements which may take the assets out of the family, or someone with a second family may set up a Trust to make special arrangements for their two families. A person with Charitable intentions may set up a Trust in their lifetime or on death for the benefit of those who they particularly wish to help in the future, and by doing so leave a lasting legacy: many of the charities we see now may have been set up in this way. These are all types of Trust.
1. Pension sharing. This is where one pension is divided to create essentially two pensions, a reduced pension for the member of the pension scheme and a new pension for the other person.
Whilst the idea that someone travelling abroad may leave their property in Trust to be managed whilst they are away is still very useful today, Trusts may be used closer to home to protect and manage property or money in other circumstances too. For example, a parent may set up a Trust in their lifetime or through their Will for a child, or for an adult son or daughter who is not able to manage their own affairs perhaps because of disability or mental capacity issues. A married person may provide in their Will for their surviving spouse to have a life interest in their half of the family home thereby protecting that half of the home for the next generation. A Trust may be used where someone receives damages as a result of a personal injury or clinical negligence claim.
Our team at Shacklocks have a particular speciality in preparing arrangements of this kind and also of acting as professional trustees to enable wishes to be fulfilled and instructions to be followed. If you are thinking of supporting charities through your Will or during your lifetime with a lump sum, why not talk to us about the different ways in which we can help you benefit those good causes, and how to make the most of the tax rules that enable a charitable cause to benefit.
3. Offsetting. This is where the pensions are left untouched but the share of other assets are adjusted to take into account the value of pensions.
And there are many other scenarios which can be addressed when making a Will. A client might want their husband or wife to have a roof over their head whilst at the same time ensuring as much of the family assets as possible pass down the blood line of the family. A client might want to ensure that one member of the family does not pressurise another, or may want to exclude someone who is estranged, or to look after those who are dependent on them or have cared for them, or to look after children from a previous marriage. And that is not to mention the importance of tax planning when it comes to making a Will. So, if there is such a thing as a ‘simple’ or ‘standard’ Will, it may not be everything you need. And, whilst there is no right or wrong answer as to how your Will is prepared, it is really important that your adviser identifies what you would like to achieve, what might cause a problem, and what might be available to you, and explores them with you. Of course, the final decision as to what you want your Will to do is always up to you.
At Shacklocks LLP, we have been making Wills for clients for more than 100 years, both ‘simple’ and not so simple. Our lawyers have the necessary training and experience to ask the right questions. To find out how we can help you, contact Cassandra Worton and her team on 01773 822333 (Belper), 01332 559281 (Allestree), 01773 743513 (Ripley) or 01623 626141 (Mansfield).
In each edition legal advisors from Shacklocks deal with important legal topics. This month Marion Vesey (pictured) invites us to think about making a decision that will benefit future generations. Making a Will is a serious business. It is a time which gives many people cause to stop and think about how they want to be remembered when they are gone. Many people are attracted by the idea of doing something to help others less fortunate than themselves after they pass away, particularly if their family are adequately provided for or if they have no close family. Whilst some still like the idea of supporting major national charities, there are many who prefer to benefit more local causes or causes close to their heart, possibly where they have had a personal involvement or received support during their lifetime. Something that our team will discuss with clients in this situation is the idea of setting up their own charitable trust which can continue to provide support for charitable causes of their choosing long after they have passed away. Creating your own charity means that your trustees can provide support to those who need help most. There can be a great sense of satisfaction in knowing that your trustees will carry out your wishes after you have gone and that your name will be associated with such good deeds even after you are no longer around.
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Before you even think about dealing with pensions you need to know their value. The starting point is often the provision of a Cash Equivalent Transfer Value (“CETV”). This needs to be provided in all cases. Whilst the CETV is important, further information is often needed in terms of benefit statements so that the full terms of the pension can be considered.
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Inflation continues to rise, and with it the gap between your outgoings and income shrinks.
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Another option is to get a bank account that offers some form of cashback, often called a reward account.
Thebenefits.key rule for using such cards is that you should only use them for purchases that you would have made anyway: don’t buy stuff just to boost your cashback.
The best-known option is a cashback credit card. This will give you a percentage of your spending back as money, usually sent to your bank account. You may get a fixed percentage on all spending, a percentage that depends how much you spend, or a varying percentage that depends exactly what you are spending on. Watch for any monthly fees and be sure these won’t wipe out the
The interest rates on cashback credit cards are often quite high, so make sure you pay the balance off in full every month, preferably by direct debit. And don’t get cash advances such as bank machine withdrawals as, again, the rates can be high.
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Money Matters: 10 Years of Belper IFS: Our First Decade that the need for financial advice and a solution should not be seen as a one off. Financial products and solutions were probably right at the time, but just how much has changed since their inception? Investment funds (whether held in pension wrappers or alternative structures such as Stocks and Shares ISAs), are mostly run by fund managers who are also human beings. As humans they may retire, defect to other companies, or run out of luck! Solutions that may have been right at the start may no longer be suitable or effective. Leading fund managers in 2009 may no longer be leading fund managers as we approach 2020. In April 2015, pension regulations changed. They will almost certainly change again. Pensions from prior to this time may no longer be suitable but just how would you know? So, as you sit munching your turkey over the festive period, consider how many of these questions apply to you and see what may benefit from having a Ireview.s2020 the time to take a look at your financial arrangements once again and get them fit for Wpurpose?ishingyou a happy 2020 and a prosperous next 10 years. By Kevin Glover, Belper IFS
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The newest option is to use specialist apps and online sites. These aren’t operated by banks or credit card providers, but rather by independent businesses. In principle, all you need to do is visit the site or app before being passed on to the retailer and you’ll then earn a percentage of any spending as cashback. However, make sure you check prices carefully and see if you could get it cheaper elsewhere, outweighing the rewards. Be particularly wary of any membership costs. Often such services are free or have a free tier, but they can have monthly fees that may come as a surprise and reduce the overall benefit.
You can’t completely stop spending, but you can earn cash back when you spend. There’s a range of ways to do this, but you need to check the conditions carefully.
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Finally, don’t forget about supermarket loyalty cards. They don’t pay cash but do offer discounts on future shops. These days, the best value often comes from taking advantage of tie-ups with other retailers and programs, though this does mean doing some research and keeping up to date with the latest policies.
10 years ago, Belper Independent Financial Solutions was formed after its founder (me, Kevin Glover) was made redundant from The Derbyshire Building Society. Since then, Belper has seen the loss of The Derbyshire, Woolworths, Somerfield, Thomas Cook and Britannia Building Society to name but a few long-standing institutions that are now confined to history Generations of people have been served or been customers of these organisations. You are probably one. State Pension Age has changed several times and will most likely do so again At least interest rates have not changed much! Rubbish then and not much better Ctodayonsider this joining the EU was considered the right decision once upon a time. From my dining room in 2009, to an office in Heanor, back to Belper and now to the present location, much has changed including the greyness of my hair and the size of my waistline! Now as a team of 8 we have seen the client base expand over the years. ‘Generous’ successive Chancellors introduce new legislation impacting the public and signposting the need for financial advice. What about you what has changed in your lives over the last 10 years? How many jobs have you had? Has your family extended or tragedy struck? How many times have you moved house? How many pension schemes have you been a member of and simply left, through one reason or another? How many cars, partners and other life events have occurred? How many investments have you made and when were they last reviewed and looked at? My point is
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There’s often a small monthly fee, but if you are paying regular bills you can usually come out ahead. Check the conditions carefully though: some rewards accounts have a minimum amount that you must pay in each month.
For example, earlier this year anyone using the option to convert Sainsbury’s Nectar card points to Avios air miles effectively boosted their cashback by 25 per cent – though of course, that’s only worthwhile for people who planned to spend their air miles. Remember also that how much financial benefit you get from air miles can vary depending on the type of flight you book.
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As for me, well I will be relaxing on the sofa with my sacred Midsomer Murders (because John Nettles is therapy in my world) and wondering if I can add a bauble or 2 to the current look and make it work for Christmas parties – Zombie Chic will be all over the Winter ‘22 catwalk!
Seasonal Joke number 1 beautifully placed in the title – check. Armfuls of ghoulish sweets for putrid pests to purloin – check. Finally, something to make me look like a Zombie (passes mirror and realises final point already achieved!). We are absolutely killing this Halloween season, people (pun number 2)! Ok, I will come down from the silly step. Halloween is a time of year that evokes a lot of different emotional responses. For some it is a time of fabulous fun, dressing up, trick or treating and copious amounts of sweetie eating. For others it is more traditional, drawing on the Gaelic festival of Samhain, marking the end of the harvest season and celebrating what has been while honouring the winter to come. There are those that it creates fear for, those with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. The elderly or those living alone may also feel scared by an unexpected knock at the door or a passing crowd of horror-clad kids. For me it is the time to demonstrate the fullness of our generosity of spirit (actually didn’t intend a pun there!). What I mean by this is that we each afford another the generosity of our spirit and consideration. So, to those who wish to throw themselves into trick or treat then I say have a spooktacular time (3!). If you wish to be present in a more pagan observance, then I wish you plentiful pumpkins and a happy harvest. And, to those who just wish it was November already and Halloween had been and gone, I truly respect your fears and want you to have the confidence to convey them.
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The female octopus is so focused on the survival of her young that she neglects to feed herself. She protects them from predators and provides them with oxygen until they hatch. Shortly after, she will die.
The octopus is a cephalopod. The word cephalopod means ‘head foot’ in Greek, given that their heads and feet are connected. This group of marine invertebrates also includes squid, cuttlefish and nautilus along with other species. In fact, there are over 800 recorded species so far with more to be discovered.
The popular Netflix film, My Octopus Teacher, documented the relationship between the filmmaker and an octopus he visited daily. This eye-opening portrayal gave viewers an insight into the lives and abilities of these eight-limbed Socreatures.whatmakes the octopus so fascinating?
6. They regenerate arms If they lose a limb, they grow another one. Sometimes an octopus sacrifices a limb to escape the jaws of a predator. The regenerated tentacle is as good as new, complete with nerves and suckers. This ability has led researchers to investigate the mechanisms behind it. Perhaps one day we will have the same ability?
5. Camouflage experts Octopus skin changes colour to help them blend in with their surroundings. The mimic octopus goes one stage further. It impersonates other sea-dwelling creatures to protect itself from predators. Amongst others, it can disguise itself as a sea snake, a lionfish and an eel.
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The octopus uses its suckers for grabbing prey, manipulating objects and even tasting. They also have three hearts. Their powerful beak lets them crack open shells with ease. Their lack of skeleton means they can squeeze into the smallest of spaces. The blue-ringed octopus is venomous and known to be one of the most deadly creatures in the sea.
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There are a huge variety of octopuses. The giant Pacific octopus is the largest species in the world. They can measure over 15 feet long and weigh up to 50 kilograms. The smallest octopus is octopus wolfi. This little specimen can sit on the tip of your finger and weighs less than a gram.
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This debt will never be repaid
As the nation still remembers Their sacrifices for the cause They are not here to thank them
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Considered to be very intelligent, captive octopuses have managed daring and clever escapes from their tanks. They can navigate mazes and even unscrew jars. In the wild, they construct elaborate hiding places and protective barriers. Paradoxically, for a creature of such intelligence, they live relatively short lives. Most octopus species only live for one or two years.
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7. Protective parents Octopuses are committed to the survival of their species. Shortly after mating, the male octopus will die. After using up all their energy for growing and mating, they fade away.
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The 8th of October. Is there a better date to celebrate World Octopus Day? Fans can look forward to spending 24 hours in admiration of these charming cephalopods.
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The most commonly used plural for the octopus is octopuses, but using octopi is perfectly acceptable. Often considered as the aliens of the sea, they are definitely different.
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Like other cephalopods, the octopus propels itself through the ocean using jets of water. They fill their body cavity with water then squirt it through a syphon. They can also walk or crawl on the ocean floor using their strong tentacles. The common octopus can swim at speeds of nearly 25 miles per hour!
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After a scorching summer, the thought of carving through powder snow and soaking up outstanding mountain scenery sounds like the perfect way to welcome in the winter months.
Further south, at the foot of the Pirin mountains, lies Bansko, which has grown to become Bulgaria’s largest ski resort. Offering 70km of well-groomed pistes for skiers and snowboarders of all ability levels, it’s popular with families looking for a more leisurely skiing holiday.
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Bulgaria With excellent ski schools, cheap drinks, buzzing bars and gentle slopes, Bulgaria is the perfect place for beginners to learn to ski on a budget. Borovets and Bansko are the country’s largest ski areas – Borovets being the oldest of the two, located on the northern slopes of the Rila mountain range with pistes reaching 2,600m high. The resort’s scenic pine forests, lively atmosphere and traditional Balkan pubs make it a great spot for skiers looking to ski hard – and party hard too.
their spectacular scenery and Repeatedlywildlife.rated as North America’s top ski resort, Whistler is Canada’s pride and joy. With over 200 trails spread between the Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, linked by the famous Peak2Peak gondola, the resort sits at the higher end of the price scale – but it’s worth every penny. After a day on the slopes, kick back in the town’s mountain bars, indulge in some holiday shopping or soothe your aching muscles in a top-notch spa.
Skiing Holiday Destinations
From the world-famous Rockies to the Alpine landscapes here in Europe, here are just a few of the world’s most popular skiing destinations.
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Some of the top resorts include Val d’Isère in France, with its reputation for challenging black pistes, off-piste terrain and buzzing après ski scene, and Italy’s Courmayeur, renowned for its mountain restaurants and glamorous shopping. Then there are the Swiss resorts – Zermatt with its gorgeous Matterhorn views and gourmet dining, and the more relaxed resort of Obergurgl. And that’s just touching the surface! With 1,152 ski resorts to choose from, the Alps truly have something for everyone.
Japan Japan is an underrated skiing destination, but one thing its 600 resorts are renowned for is their abundance of super light and extraordinarily dry Thesnow.most popular ski areas are split across two regions – Hakuba on the southern main island and Niseko, Rusutsu and Furano in the northern island of Hokkaido. The resorts in Japan are worlds apart from European and North American resorts. Sample incredible food, from sushi and ramen to fried chicken and potatoes, and hop between Japanese onsens, natural hot springs that offer a traditional après-ski experience. However you look at it, Japan offers a skiing holiday that you just won’t find anywhere else.
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The ‘Amber’ wine, sometimes referred to as ‘Golden’, is made by allowing the white grape skins to be oxidized during the fermentation of the wine. Over a period of time the skins, which turn brown, are pushed down into the wine allowing different skins to surface, giving the wine an amber/golden colour. This wine has a third of the wine aged in oak barriques
The one thing I would say to brewers, as an emissary from real Beerlandia, is that if you do choose to put ‘session’ on your label, just know that customers won’t understand that term in the way you do. The vast majority of regular beer drinkers just want a tasty pint and the shortest conceptual route it takes to get there.
Technical Details Grape: Solaris and Siegerrebe Appearance: Clean, dark yellow colour Nose / Aroma: Light nose of oxidised fruit Taste: Hints of citrus with a light finish Alcohol by Volume: 11.5% Food match: Pasta and fish dishes or on its own. Available from: Amber Valley Wines, £20 per bottle (very small quantities made). For more information about Amber Valley Wines, their tours, tastings and to buy their wines, please visit their website www.ambervalleyvineyards.co.uk. If you like wine and would like to learn more, please visit our website www.kilburnwinecircle.weebly.com or visit our Facebook page for details of our future tastings in 2022.
I believe that people inside the craft beer bubble vastly overestimate the public’s knowledge and interest level. The word ‘session’ is a great example. In the UK it is often used as a term to indicate a low-ABV beer. When I’m standing with a friend in front of a beer list they’ll often idly ask the meaning of an unfamiliar word, but I’ve generally lost them halfway through my explanation!
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I was recently introduced to a new, local wine from Amber Valley Wines with grapes grown by Barry Lewis on his vineyard in Wessington near Alfreton. In 2020 he made an experimental batch of wine at home, using an old technique which successfully produced an interesting wine. Barry took a bottle to the vintners at Three Choirs, who have made and bottled his wine in previous years. They liked it so much that they agreed to take a quantity of Barry’s white grapes and replicate the wine. As it was an unusual wine they also decided to make a batch with their own grapes, resulting in their version of the wine which has since been awarded a trophy in the Wines of Great Britain 2022. The wine is called ‘Amber’, not after the vineyard, but the technique which originated in Armenia and Georgia possibly 6000 years ago. This area of Asia is believed to be where wine making started, using indigenous grape vines of the region.
They know IPAs will have a particular flavour profile and have learned whether they like ‘hazy’ or ‘west coast’ for ordering purposes. In most cases they won’t know the flavours they like come from hops or, if they do, they won’t know whether they come from kettle additions or dry-hopping – and they won’t care, no matter how fascinating you find biotransformation.
If IPA isn’t their favourite style, they’ll know the word for the beers that are. That might be a style (porter, pilsner), but it might also be a beer (Blue Moon, Guinness).
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There’s a Saison, a Vienna lager, a Helles, a Baltic porter, an ESB, something called a DDH DIPA and a wine-barrel-aged “mixed-ferm” wild ale. Really, mixed-ferm? Few beer geeks really understand that garble, I would guess.
I get why they don’t know; craft beer is insanely complex.
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Many beer drinkers have learned to navigate a tap list or an array of pump clips to get the beer they want, but our discussion around beers usually starts and ends with “What would you like?” and “Yeah, it’s great.”
I’d guess people understand maybe a half-dozen beer terms, and all incompletely. Lager is shorthand for ‘regular beer.’ It applies to domestic, green-bottle European and Mexican beer. If someone orders a doppelbock and later learns it’s a lager, they will probably be confused. It’s nothing like Budweiser!
Word on Wine and is naturally unfiltered or unfined at bottling. The wine can be a bit of a ‘marmite’ wine, as the finished dry wine will have the slight smell and taste that we sometimes associate with wine that is undrinkable.
Looking at a tap list is a bit like scrutinising a foreign language.
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Serves: Preparation4 time: 8 minutes
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Hearty and wholesome, this vibrant fish stew makes the perfect midweek meal.
Cooking time: 15-20 minutes
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, to garnish Crusty bread, to serve (optional)
Recipe Fish Stew
Method: Heat the oil in a saucepan, add the carrots, onion and garlic and cook for 2-3Stirminutes.inthechopped tomatoes, olives and bay leaf, and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add the fish cubes and cook for another 8-10 Discardminutes.anyof the cleaned mussels that do not close when tapped, or that are damaged or broken. Add the remaining mussels to the pan and cook for 2-4 minutes to heat through. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
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Pile into a large warm serving bowl, sprinkle over the chopped parsley and serve with lots of crusty bread. Serve hot or cold.
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As you get older you may find you have more barriers to overcome when starting to build exercise into your routine. These can include discomfort and pain in your joints, limited mobility, or maybe a chronic condition such as arthritis or heart disease. I’d recommend speaking to a health care provider if you’re thinking of taking up exercise, although most doctors will encourage you to do so as many conditions benefit from regular exercise, including joint discomfort. Don’t let fear of injury hold you back as balance and strength training can help to reduce the risk of falling, or swimming can help build up your confidence and fitness. If you’re affected by loneliness or isolation, group fitness activities or classes are a great way to help with your health whilst meeting like-minded people.
There are many reasons why we tend to slow down and
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This short Peak District walk is an ideal introduction to the gritstone edges of the Peak District and can easily be completed in a couple of hours. There is a small car park (grid ref. SK261747) sited just back from Baslow Edge on the lane that climbs east out of Curbar towards the A621 Baslow to Sheffield main road. Alternatively you can park on the roadside in the immediate vicinity.
4. Quite quickly you are on the Edge with the moorland plateau stretching east towards Sheffield. Wellington’s Monument is a local landmark and it has been in view from just before the quarry. From here there are good views south towards Chatsworth and beyond.
Even before you start you get a good idea of what the walk will be like. The views to the west are open with the River Derwent meandering through the valley below. The walk is much easier to complete than to describe so please bear with me if the description seems rather complex! The Route 1. From the car park head west down the lane towards Curbar village for a few hundred metres.
3. There is a trough on your left and just after this turn left up a track, taking a left fork shortly afterwards. This leads upwards to reach the boundary of ‘Open Country’ to pass a quarry.
On the left is a footpath sign pointing south. In reality there are a number of parallel paths; follow one of these in the direction of Baslow village for nearly a kilometre.
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Baslow Edge and Wellington’s Monument
5. After taking in the view turn around and head north using the path that follows the Edge, ignoring any path on your left that descends off the Edge. After a pleasant stroll on level ground you are soon back at your car.
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2. Ignore the path veering right towards the Edge and go through the gate, following the path which crosses meadows to eventually pick up a track leading to Lady Wall Well.
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We really do take our feet for granted don’t we? After all, they are only feet aren’t they? Perhaps we should think a little bit more about what these unglamorous parts of the body do for us!
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So, when you force them to work in shoes that aren’t really the right size or shape, or force them to stand on hard floors for hours on end, or walk or run for miles, don’t worry – after all, they are only feet!
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Each foot contains 26 bones – that’s 52 bones between them or, in other words, over a quarter of the body’s 206 bones. The way that these bones work with each other gives approximately 40 joints in each foot! The joint behind the big toe takes approximately one and a half times your bodyweight each and every time you take a step. Not bad for a joint not much bigger than an Oxo cube. They give us constant feedback about the surface we are walking on and, thanks to all those bones, joints and untold ligaments and muscles, both in the foot and the lower leg, enable us to walk and balance safely on very uneven ground. Even the toenails have an active role by protecting the toes and helping with balance. The skin is three to four times thicker on the heel and ball of the foot than anywhere else on the body, offering protection to the bones and muscles of the foot in everyday use. We even have a pad of fat under the foot which acts as a natural shock absorber which again protects the underlying tissues.
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prices starting from around £2,000 – though these will be earlier models with seriously high mileage. Later models use a 1.8-litre engine – compared with the older 1.5-litre version – but you’ll still get a very respectable 70.6mpg combined, so it’s ideal for reducing fuel bills.
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Lexus CT Lexus has been using electrical assistance in its cars for quite some time now and has the technology down to a fine art. The CT, a slightly elongated hatchback with a typically sharp Lexus design, is a ‘regular’ hybrid with a 1.8-litre engine and an electric motor and battery. It’s exempt from London’s Ultra Low Emissions Zone charge, too. Early, high-mileage examples can be had for around £5,500, but reasonable-mileage versions with plenty of equipment are around the £10,000 mark.
push toward full-electric vehicles, for many people a hybrid vehicle is a great fit. Combining an internal combustion engine with an electric motor and battery means a traditional engine to fall back on, but with the opportunity to benefit from the lower running costs that electrification brings.
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Toyota Prius There are few better-known names in the hybrid world than Prius and it’s now a very tried-and-tested option. There are plenty of used examples, too, with
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The CR-Z arrived in 2010 as a sporty hybrid and thus featured an eye-catching exterior design and a relatively compact body. It combined a 1.5-litre petrol engine with an electric motor and battery and, strangely for a hybrid, had a six-speed manual gearbox. But today, with prices hovering around £5,000, the CR-Z makes for an inexpensive left-field hybrid choice. It’ll return over 52mpg and cost just £20 to tax.
Early 2018 models of the spacious 530e can be had for under £20,000, so it’s definitely at the top end of our price list. Push that budget higher and you’ll find lowermileage versions, of course.
First-generationeasily. cars – built around 2015 – can be had for as little as £12,000, though expect to pay slightly more for lower-mileage, higher-spec versions.
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The Outlander was one of the ground-breaking hybrid models, and the plug-in hybrid is the go-to choice as it offers super-efficient motoring and the chance of seeing up to 156mpg providing you keep it topped up with electricity.
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Prices are competitive, with second-generation cars built around 2015 standing at around £17,000. It’s a big, practical car for the money.
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Fortunately, hybrids have been on sale for a little while now, so there is a reasonable number available in the used market. Let’s take a look.
The BMW 530e could be a great more-refined option. It’s as comfortable and spacious as the regular 5, but has that efficient petrol-electric hybrid setup to help reduce fuel bills.
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• It’s time to plant some underground flower power while there is still warmth in the soil. This is the best bulb-planting month for spring-flowering beauties such as daffodils, crocuses, snowdrops, alliums and hyacinths. Tulips can wait until November, or even later if the weather is mild. This helps to avoid the dreaded tulip fire virus.
• Stop and think before you cut things back during autumn pruning. Many plants have high feed value for garden birds. The seeds provide food and the leaves and stems offer shelter for birds, small mammals and mini-beasts. Leave them in situ if you can.
• Collect seeds for propagation. Many of them can be sown right away, but some can be scattered later. Check the preferences of each type of seed, as some require ‘cold stratification’, where they need to undergo a cold period before they are likely to germinate. They include many acer trees, most shrubs such as cornus (dogwood) and forsythia, clematis and perennials including lavender, nepeta, sedum and rudbeckia.
• This is a perfect pruning time for certain climbers and shrubs. Beware of cutting into old wood on lavender and rosemary, however. You can prune shrub roses and soft fruit bushes. Cut hedges without too much fear of disturbing bird nests and consider giving your hedge a mulch around the base. Always check before adding fresh wood chippings, however. Some newly shredded wood can change the pH value of the soil and others might deplete nitrogen levels in the ground underneath.
• Lawn lovers will be in their element during October, as this is a good time to rake out the thatch and apply autumn lawn fertiliser. Trim the lawn edges to give it a crisp shape that should last until spring.
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•winter-ready.Beforeleaves are filling up every crevice and corner, remember to cover ponds using fine mesh. It will Gardening Garden Tasks and Treats for October stop the debris from falling to the bottom of the water where it will rot.
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During this magical month, don’t miss the petrichor! It’s a real treat, and is the scent of rain that arises from damp earth after it falls on dry soil. This is a time to savour the daylight, knowing it will be seeping gradually away. But rather than mourn the loss of longer days, there’s work to be done outdoors as you need to get your garden in order to make it
As we dip into the mellow days of autumn, it’s a good time to reach for the camera. The light levels are often perfect for photography in the garden. Capture those glistening spiders’ webs and moisture droplets that decorate leaves. Soak up every moment of the golden times when long shadows make great shots. There is generally less pollution in autumn due to cooler weather, and skies tend to be clearer.
October can catch you out. There are days that feel like an Indian summer, with bright blue skies and sun that warms, but also unexpected frosts. Protect vulnerable plants by moving them to sheltered sites, or cover them in horticultural fleece.
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4. Production drawings – You should always wait for planning approval before proceeding with the more detailed technical drawings as these can be difficult and expensive to change should the planners require any amendments to the layout. These drawings can take another two weeks to produce.
3. Planning application – The finished design will often require planning permission. If it goes smoothly this can take up to eight weeks.
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5. Building Regulations approval and tendering – You can run these concurrently, but they will both take more or less another three weeks.
1. Design lead in – even in these times any designer worth his salt has some work on his books. Be suspicious of someone who can start right away. At least two weeks lead in is reasonable
Things Always Take Longer Than You Think We’ve noticed over the years that homeowners want their extension finished and ready for the summer, or by Christmas – and you can understand why. Unfortunately, however, most homeowners start to think about things a couple of months too late. We get calls in early January from customers wanting a summer completion when they really needed to start the ball rolling in November or December. Similarly we get calls in the height of summer when Easter is a better bet for a Christmas completion.
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2. Survey and design time – Your designer needs to make a measured survey of your house, then discuss your needs and wishes, draw up a design and amend it a couple of times until you’re happy with it. This can easily take two to three weeks.
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6. Construction phase – Depending on the size and complexity this can vary from 6 weeks to 6 months, but on average most extensions are built in ten to twelve Thisweeks.gives you a total of between six and seven months from start to finish. So, don’t delay! If you’re planning on an extension that is going to require planning approval, give us a call today in readiness for completion in the summer months. Contact Jon on 07768 523901 or email jon@pilkington-architecture.co.uk.
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There’s also Freda, who’s come to London in the hope of becoming a star. And Detective Chief Inspector Frobisher, who’s on a mission to bring down Mrs Coker’s infamous clubs, which he believes are behind a spate of missing girls. Gripping.
Journey to the River Sea Eva Ibbotson It’s been 21 years since Journey to the River Sea was published, but it still captivates readers (old and young alike) across the globe. The main character, Maia, is an orphan who is sent to live with distant relatives in Brazil in the early twentieth century. The relatives are interested in little but Maia’s money. However, Maia finds loyal companions in her governess, a young actor and a local boy. The Key in the Lock Beth Underdown Secrets, lies and deception abound in this gothic thriller. Ivy Boscawen is mourning the death of her son in the Great War. She’s also still haunted by memories of a child’s death 30 years before. Ivy believes the boy was murdered and now she needs to find out what really happened. But will anyone be prepared to let the full truth come to light, even Ivy herself?
SophieFortune-HuntingtoIrwin Kitty and her younger sisters are about to be made homeless. Their parents are dead. The house will need selling to repay their debts. Her fiancé has broken off their engagement. It’s 1818 so Kitty has little hope of supporting herself. That means she needs a wealthy husband, and quickly. Kitty soon sets her sights on a suitor, but his brother sees her for the fortune hunter she really is. Witty and lively, A Lady’s Guide to Fortune-Hunting is a whole heap of fun.
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Genghis: Birth of an Empire Conn Iggulden Temujin falls into poverty after his father is murdered. In this fictionalised account of Temujin’s life, Conn Iggulden starts to explore how a boy on the brink of starvation became the ruthless warrior Genghis Khan, whose story still captivates us almost 1,000 years later.
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This lava lamp is short-lived, but pretty magical.
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What to do: Fill the glass to about halfway with vegetable oil. Add around a fifth of a glass of water. Add around 10 drops of food colouring. Drop in the Alka-Seltzer tablet and watch the marvel unfold. Why it works: The oil floats on the water. When you drop the tablet in, it reacts with the water to make carbon dioxide bubbles. They carry the coloured water to the top, before popping and sinking back down.
Don’t worry, this is a lot less messy than it sounds!
What to do
• An Alka-Seltzer tablet
You’ll need:
Fill each jar half-full with water. Add at least 10 drops of food colouring to each jar, so each one has different coloured water. Cut each flower stem
A bright food colouring (e.g. red or green)
This one requires a bit of patience but minimum effort. You’ll need:
• Washing-up liquid What to do
• Food colouring (ideally three different colours)
A homemade lava lamp
Fun science experiments that the whole family will enjoy!
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Pour some milk into the plate. (You only need it to be around a centimetre deep.) Add a few drops of food colouring in different areas. Not too many, there should be large gaps between each one. Dip a finger in the washing-up liquid and then touch one of the spots of food colouring. Repeat with other spots of food colouring. The colour will swirl away from your touch. Why it works The milk and washing-up liquid can’t mix. What you’re seeing is the fat particles swirling away from the washing-up liquid. Don’t have food colouring? Try touching a felt tip pen to the milk instead.
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diagonally and pop one flower in each jar. Check on the flowers every hour. Within 12 hours, they’ll have turned from white to the colour of the water. Why it works The flowers ‘drink’ the water and move it to the petals. Runaway milk
You’ll need:
• A plate or wide, shallow bowl
Parenting: Do Try This at Home…
Onward with the challenge! James’ previous cycling record was 67 miles and his training has been built through cycles with his local cycle group, getting up to 40 miles. So this challenge was his toughest, but equally most rewarding yet. He set off from Liverpool at 11am on Thursday 2nd June and made it to Langley, near Macclesfield. His second day, in James’ words, was ‘by far the hardest’. Dealing with fatigue and pain was tough, but making it to Belper and having lunch after 41 miles certainly spurred him on to continue and make a further 30 miles –71 miles in one day is no mean feat, especially with one more day to go. Tuxford was the beginning of the last day’s ride. 60 miles to go and, perhaps more importantly, a fish and chip lunch awaiting! The latter certainly pushed James to get to Skegness sea front for his strong Fromfinish. Belper School and the community, congratulations, James, on not only achieving a momentous goal, but also for raising over £1,000 (and counting) for the Blue Box Belper charity. What an inspiration! Also, a big well done to James’ family for transiting James to and from his start and end points so that he could rest at home in between days.Ifyou would like to donate to James’ fundraiser, please visit his fundraising page and give what you can to support our local community: https:// gofund.me/81ac5b91
The average individual conducting a longdistance bicycle tour will cycle between 40 and 60 miles (64-96 kilometres) each day. 40 to 60 miles is the average daily distance recommended for most bicycle tourists, but if the start point is somewhere that is unfamiliar, it is strongly advised that this distance is cut down significantly, to account for any delays and mishaps that may occur. Seemingly, this was not going to limit one of our Belper students in a cycling challenge of a lifetime.
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Belper School Coast to Coast Sponsored Bike Ride
In total, this was James’ largest ever trek of 196 miles over a course of just 3 days – what a challenge! Alongside the challenge of the journey, James wanted to raise some vital funds for a local charity: Blue Box Belper. The charity is hoping to raise £350,000 to build a new community centre in the Belper Parks estate which will be used for numerous groups and 11-18 year olds) and social groups for local residents to improve our community and lives.
James Bridges, a sixth form student at Belper School and a keen cyclist, decided to push his cycling limits to undertake a coast to coast bike ride from Liverpool to Skegness in a limited time frame. During the half term break, in addition to studying for mock exams and completing coursework and work deadlines, James wanted to add another task into his already full schedule. It seems having a week off from study after a demanding first year of A Levels was never on the cards!
Here’s James’ mapped out journey and some exciting locations he passed and visited along the way Here’s James’ bike at the end of his challenge on Skegness seafront - he made it!
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Part of our role as parents is to help them learn what to do in the rain and, at the risk of taking this metaphor too far, we can’t always be there with an umbrella!
As a parent, your first instinct is to try and ‘fix’ the problem but often it’s sadly not quite that easy. Tempting as it is, it’s not always possible or, even if it is, it’s not always the right approach.
Usually this realisation hits pretty hard within the first few days of becoming a parent as you’re wading zombie-like through sleepless nights and endless days, or dealing with your first poonami (seriously, how can all that mess come from something so small and cute?!?). Then, there are the glory days of cleaning up sick or endless nit-combing … this parenting lark is certainly not all But,glamour!nothing is as bad as when things go wrong for your kids. Whether it’s losing their favourite toy or blanket, grazing their knee in the playground, falling out with friends, having their heart broken, not making the team or missing out on that grade, there are so many times in life when things just don’t quite go our way, and seeing it happen to your kids is like torture. If you could swap places and absorb the pain yourself, you would.
However, giving kids of any age a helping hand when times are tough is challenging in itself. How far do we go to intervene? Knowing we can’t take their pain away entirely is hard, so to what extent should we try to alleviate it? Is being there as a shoulder to cry on enough? And what do we do when they push us away? Sometimes they want their own space to deal with things … but give them too much time and space and they’ll feel like they’re alone. Conversely, intervening too much can make them feel stifled. It’s a minefield! We know, rationally, that they need to grow and learn – we’ve all had to do it –but standing on the sidelines as your child copes with difficult situations is so, so hard.
Sometimes, with the benefit of life experience, you can see that the problem isn’t actually all that huge – having been on this planet for many more years then they have, you know that, in the grand scheme of things, this ‘catastrophic event’ is a mere bump in the road that will be forgotten in a few hours/tomorrow/next week (or, in the case of a toddler who’s inconsolable because their favourite spoon is in the dishwasher, just a few minutes!). But telling a child of any age that whatever’s rocked their world is ‘unimportant’ is categorically NOT the right thing to say! In their mind it’s allconsuming, so we have to respect the way it’s making them feel, with no judgement. Whatever life throws at them, knowing that you’re a solid, reliable rock within their sea of uncertainty will help. As parents we can’t always prevent things from being broken, but we can be there to help pick up the pieces.
The Diary of a Local Mum Picking up the Pieces
Life can be cruel and sometimes your role is just to be there to help them weather the storm, learning how to navigate their own way through the inevitable ups and downs. Most of us would love for our kids to experience a life full of endless sunshine but it’s just not practical.
There are undeniably lots of highs of parenthood. Those happy moments, memories to treasure, times when your heart swells to bursting with pride… but, as we all know, with the highs come plenty of lows. There are points in the parenting journey where you pause and think ‘Really?!? Is this my life?’
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The druggist shop on the Market Place today – now a beauty salon and hairdresser
Place is an imposing
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Charles Southern bought the business from Elizabeth. He also married a widow – but that’s another story…
Belper eyebrows would have been raised at the speed of their marriage after their spouses’ deaths, but it was very convenient for both parties. It must have been gratifying to Elizabeth to come back to her old home on the Market Place. They re-named the business Kiddy & Ashton, but sadly the couple had little time together as John died in 1882. She arranged for his burial in Belper Cemetery next to his first wife with a memorial inscription to Ellen and their five lost children: “They are flourished as a farmer, married Emily Adshead of Fenny Bentley Hall, then later became a druggist like his father. A daughter was born in 1905 but Arthur was killed in the First World War. Elizabeth Ashton disappears from the records and in spite of help from a researcher more skilled than I am, her subsequent life remains a mystery.
three-storey building, now a hairdresser and beauty salon. For many years it was a druggists (the old name for a pharmacy) owned by Samuel Kiddy. Elizabeth Grummit moved there when she married Samuel in 1855. Elizabeth was born in 1828 into a farming family at Elsthorpe Grange, Lincolnshire. At the age of 27 she accepted a marriage proposal from the fifty-year-old Samuel Kiddy. Samuel had his finger in many pies. He held a position on Belper Waterworks, was a Guardian at Belper Workhouse, a churchwarden at St Peter’s and served on the Carnival Committee. He was a Freemason, a dealer of nails and lead and rented land near the station from the Strutt Estate where he was complemented on the excellence of his turnips. In the recession of 1855, together with other businessmen, he set up a soup kitchen for the poor which he promised would continue every week “so long as trade continues in so depressed a state”. Elizabeth would have enjoyed being the wife of an influential Belper businessman. In an age when women’s prospects were limited she had found a new way of life away from the farm and had a comfortable life above the shop with a servant. Years before his marriage Samuel had taken in his young nephew, John Ashton, to train as an apprentice. Later John took over management of Samuel’s second shop in Ripley and married Ellen Hall. They had six children but five died in infancy and one child, Arthur William, survived. Unfortunately in 1878 John’s wife Ellen died, leaving him to bring up the five-year-old boy. Elizabeth and Samuel had 24 years of marriage, but no children. Samuel died in 1879 at the age of 74 and was buried with all honours in St Peter’s Churchyard. After Samuel’s death John took over the Belper shop, something he and his uncle may have been working towards since John’s childhood. The widow Elizabeth moved to Rotherhithe, London where she had friends or family. Then things moved quickly. Within a year of Samuel’s death John proposed to her and they were married in Rotherhithe in 1880. He was five years her junior and they had known each other for about 25 years.
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November: 1st: The Arts Society Derby lecture “The Art of Atonement: How Germany Commemorates the Second World War” by Angela Findlay. Landau Forte College, Derby, 7pm. Guests Welcome. More info: artssocietyderby.com
16th: Willow Workshop: Deer Heads. 11-4pm at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Beginners, intermediate, experienced. £65 per person, materials included. Booking via www.emma-parkins.co.uk or enquiries@emmaparkins.co.uk.
Detective Constable Tammy Barnes, Fraud Protect Officer, said: “Being contacted urgently by a relative is always
15th: Ship of Fools Stand-up Comedy @ No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. 7.30 for 8pm. BYO drinks. Entry £9. Booking online only: www.wegottickets.com. Info: shipoffoolscomedy@yahoo.co.uk
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13th: Willow Workshop: Christmas decorations. 11-4pm at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Beginners, intermediate, experienced. £65 per person, materials included. Booking via www.emma-parkins.co.uk or enquiries@emmaparkins.co.uk.
One tactic is messages, often on Whatsapp, beginning ‘Hi Mum’ or ‘Hi Dad’. The scammer pretends to be a friend or family member who has broken their phone and is messaging from a new number. They will urgently ask for money transferring to pay for a replacement or general bills. These scams can be quite convincing, and there have been cases nationally where the victim transferred multiple amounts of money before realising the recipient wasn’t who they thought.
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October: 4th: The Arts Society Derby lecture “The Paintings and Wit of Winston Churchill and Noel Coward” by Nicholas Reed. Landau Forte College, Derby, 7pm. Guests Welcome. More info: artssocietyderby.com
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concerning, and the desire to help in an emergency is what the criminals are relying on. If you ever get a message from a friend or family member that you think is suspicious, especially when they ask for money or personal details, always call them and confirm their identity before doing anything else.”
1. Stop – Take five minutes to stop and think before parting with your money or information.
8th: Derby German Group’s ‘Kaffe und Kunchen’ 3pm at Carnero Lounge, 10 St Peter’s Street, Derby DE1 1SH. New members welcome. Basic understanding of German helpful. Info: derbygermangroup.wordpress.com, email: derbygermangroup@gmail.com
5th: Belper Historical Society: From Innovators to Bankrupts and Entrepreneurs and Murderers (the history of Heage and Morley Park) by Ian Coker, 7:30pm Strutts Community Centre, Derby Road. Members free, visitors £5
31st: Charity Halloween Spookfest at 17 Rawson Green, Kilburn, DE56 0LN, 4pm – 8.30pm. All welcome. Refreshments available. Donations to Children in Need gratefully received.
TechnologyCommunityisanimportant part of our lives, but sadly it can make us vulnerable, too. We do see a variety of scams in Derbyshire, with some targeting people who perhaps aren’t as confident using technology. However, it is important to remember that these cons can be sophisticated and catch out even the most tech-savvy of people.
12th: Derby German Group’s ‘Kaffe und Kunchen’ 3pm at Carnero Lounge, 10 St Peter’s Street, Derby DE1 1SH. New members welcome. Basic understanding of German helpful. Info: derbygermangroup.wordpress.com, email: derbygermangroup@gmail.com
We’ve also seen cases of fraud by buyers on Facebook Marketplace presenting fake screenshots to prove payment and leaving the sellers out of pocket. If you are selling something, always check your own bank account to make sure the money has cleared before parting with any goods. If the purchase is online, use trusted web links and not those supplied by the buyer.
12th: Belper Organ and Keyboard Club concert: Chris Jones. 2pm, Congregational Church, Church Walk, Belper DE56 1DB. £6 members, £8 visitors. Refreshments available.
Welcome Meal Project volunteers supported by Unite, Belper Town Council, Co-op.
26th: Winter Fayre, St Matthew’s Church, Morley. 10am - 12noon. Stalls, raffle and refreshments. Admission free; all welcome. Please check events with the venue/organiser as the publisher accepts no responsibility if events are changed/cancelled following publication. If you have a one-off event or special excursion for December 2022 / January 2023 please email it to helen@allthingslocal.co.uk. Deadline is Wednesday 19th October 2022.
28th: Belper Welcome Meal 12-2pm at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Soup/bread & pudding, No need to book, pay what you can. Welcome Meal Project volunteers supported by Unite, Belper Town Council, Co-op.
2nd: Belper Historical Society: The Ballooning History of Derbyshire by Robin Macey. 7:30pm Strutts Community Centre, Derby Road. Members free, visitors £5 12th: Christmas Market, Christ Church, The Triangle, Belper DE56 1BA. Great variety of stalls. Raffle, refreshments including turkey cobs and mulled wine. 11am - 2pm. Free admission. All welcome.
3. Protect - If you think you’ve been a victim of fraud, contact your bank immediately and report it to Action Fraud online or by calling 0300 123 2040.
Variety of Scams Reported in Derbyshire
Technology, for most, makes our daily lives easier. Unfortunately, this is also true for criminals. Follow Action Fraud’s Take Five to Stop Fraud to protect yourself:
2. Challenge – Could it be fake? It’s okay to reject, refuse or ignore any requests. Only criminals will try to rush or panic you.
25th: Belper Welcome Meal 12-2pm at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Soup/bread & pudding, No need to book, pay what you can.
8th: Belper Organ and Keyboard Club concert: The Welsh Wizard, Byron Jones (B.E.M). 2pm, Congregational Church, Church Walk, Belper DE56 1DB. £6 members, £8 visitors. Refreshments available.
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All Things Local has joined forces with Beverley Kennedy (pictured) from Floraline, Gregory’s Way in Belper, to offer readers the chance to show their appreciation for a fellow member of the community.
The only rule is that the person receiving the flowers must live or work in the distribution area of All Things Local, Belper Edition (listed on front cover). Just write your nomination on a piece of paper and send to Friendship Blooms, All Things Local, 74 Woodhouse Road, Kilburn, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 0NA or e-mail your nomination to helen@allthingslocal.co.uk putting ‘Friendship Blooms’ as the subject. Please include your full name, address and daytime telephone number on your nomination.
The recipient of this issue’s bouquet is local resident Carole Eagle. Carole was nominated by her friend Julie Gregory of Belper, and her daughter Sarah. Here’s what Julie wrote: “I would like to nominate my friend Carole. She is a truly remarkable woman who has worked tirelessly over the years to support children & families with special needs. Despite being retired Carole still continues this work to ensure that the children she works with receive the support they need. She does all this whilst also carrying out charity work & helping her neighbours, friends & family with whatever she can. She carries out charity work for numerous organisations but mainly for Nepal & homeless charities. Carole is never someone to ask for anything for herself & always puts everyone else first, so I think it would be wonderful if she was the person receiving something for a change. She holds a special place in many peoples’ lives including that of my family. These would be so well deserved.”
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