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Crime Prevention - We have seen an increase in burglaries up to the festive period this month so we have provided the below advice. Burglars don’t want to be seen or heard and if they think they’ll be noticed by a neighbour or passer-by, they'll probably move on. Here's some advice on helping keep burglars out by giving them no hiding places. Keep it visible - You’d think that it would be best to make a property less visible from the street, and to keep it hidden from prying eyes behind overgrown bushes, trees, high fences or walls. In reality, all that this serves to do is make it easier for a burglar to get close to a home unnoticed, and provide somewhere to hide while carrying out a burglary or theft from the property. 1. Lower fences at the front around one-metre high are preferable to high fences as they allow for a clear view over the top and don’t provide cover for anyone wishing to hide. 2. At the rear and sides, taller fencing is recommended to prevent easy access. 3. Trellis, thorny plants, or a suitable anti-climb topping such as plastic spikes make it difficult for anyone climbing over a fence or gate.

The next beat surgeries will be held on: Tuesday 28th January 18:00-19:00 Anstey Beat Office Monday 3rd February 11:00-12:00 Nook Corner Café For Crime figures please visit https:// www.police.uk/leicestershire/NL58/ for Anstey Please report any suspicious activity at the time by calling 101. Please ring 999 if you believe a crime is taking place. If anybody has any information about the recorded crimes then please speak with your local officers, or if you have any information at all about crime please call CRIMESTOPPERS. Your call will always be free, we won’t ask your name and you may even receive a cash reward. Just call – 0800 555 111

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2019 has been another good year for the Thurcaston and Cropston Gardening Club. We saw a steady increase in membership and the 2019 programme of events was full, varied, good quality, and very good value for money. In 2019 we held nine Club nights at the Thurcaston village hall and a summer programme that included a visit to Barkby Hall, an outing to the RHS Malvern Spring Show, and an autumn outing to Trentham Gardens. We held our 36th Annual Show at the Richard Hill Primary School. The Show is open to everyone and brings together not only Club members but like-minded gardening folk from far and wide. It’s a day of fun and gentle competitiveness, we would love to see you in September 2020 at our 37th Show. Have a go, you will enjoy it enormously. Show schedules are widely available from early spring. We have confidence that the programme we have put together for 2020 will maintain the high standard of events we have offered in recent years. We start the year on Wednesday 8 January with a talk on ‘Birds, Butterflies and Bees’ with Janette Merilion. Janette is an experienced horticultural speaker, lecturer and historian with a successful garden design business. In this illustrated talk, Janette will give all the information you need to plant up your garden to encourage wildlife to visit. Everything from blackbirds to hoverflies and butterflies to hedgehogs. She will also have a selection of plants to sell. Other talks include ‘Year-round colour in the garden’, ‘The Social History of the Allotment’, and ‘Growing Rare and Unusual Plants’. We also have outings to Waterperry Gardens nr Oxford and to the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park. We are confident there will be something for everyone.

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The annual membership fee is still only £12 (£3) for visitors. Fees are on a pro rota basis after the first 3 months. New members are most welcome. And, if you would like to come as a visitor and then you decide to join, your visitor fee will be refunded!! So, if you are interested in gardening come along and give the Club a try. Meetings are held at the Thurcaston and Cropston Memorial Hall and start at 7.45 pm on the second Wednesday of each month (unless otherwise stated). For more information, and for a copy of our eye-catching poster, please call Dave Haddon (0116) 235 9758: david.haddon20@ntlworld.com Or Richard Elks (0116 236 8313): cropston161@hotmail.co.uk

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Report from Anstey Parish Council Christmas Light Competition It’s the first year that the Parish Council have had a Christmas Lights Competition and judging them was no mean feat. A team of parish councillors drove around all the streets in the village, feeling very festive, admiring the lights and trying to decide which were, in our opinion, the best. Two and a half hours and twenty miles later, we reached a unanimous decision. Many thanks to all who have taken time and effort to put lights on their houses and help to make the village look so festive. I’m sorry you all couldn’t win! Vicky Ball, Chairman of the Events Committee.

Wishing all our parishioners a very happy New Year. - This year we look forward to working along-side you to provide a stronger community in Anstey and incorporating your ideas within community projects. We are here to help, we can help you to get answers to your questions by finding the right people to speak to about your concerns. You can contact the Parish Office Monday – Friday 10am to Noon telephone (0116) 236 2646 or email: clerk@ansteypc.org Do drop into the Parish Office at the Jubilee Hall if you feel that we can help you.

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Recycling of Crisp Packets - This initiative continues into the new-year so drop your crisp packets either at the green re-cycling box next to the noticeboard at the Jubilee Hall on in the lobby area of the Hall. Currently Anstey has raise £65.00 for Rainbows Hospice for the collection of the packets. There appears to be a interest from people to recycle where possible. It is possible to recycle your single use coffee pods at Costas, Beaumont Leys.

Community Tree Planting A big thank you to all who came along and supported the community tree planting at Link Road Playing Field at the end of November. A total of 100 trees were planted, in under an hour. The aim is to reinforce the existing small wooded area. Our thanks is extended to the Woodland Trust for providing the Trees and Emma Bown, Anstey’s Tree Warden for leading the event. We hope to complete more of these community planting days.

Party held on the 19th December was a thoroughly enjoyable event. The Woolden Hill Choir and the U3A Choir entertained a hall of residents who are aged 90 or above. The Mayor of Charnwood Councillor Brenda Seaton attended the event to give out Christmas cards and a wish all a Happy Christmas

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will be held on the 28th January 2020, starting at 7pm at the Jubilee Hall. If you have already put your name forward as being interested in joining this group we will send you out the agenda 10 days before the meeting. If you are interested in joining do let us have your details, if you would like to learn more about this opportunity to help shape the future of Anstey you are welcome to come along to the meeting and see if you would like to be further involved. There will be plenty of opportunities to become involved in the process, you could become part of the advisory committee and attend any planned open events. If you have expertise, enthusiasm and an interest in shaping the future of Anstey your contributions will be very welcome. Initially we are wanting to hear what people like or dislike about Anstey. Do forward your views to email: clerk@ansteypc.org telephone: (0116) 236 2646. You can also contact Councillor Grant Cotton who will be happy to talk to you about the process and hear your views. Grant can be contacted by email: Cllr.grant.cotton@ansteypc.org Parish Council Meetings will be held on the following Tuesday evenings 14th January, 4th February and 25th February 2020 starting at 7.30 at the Jubilee Hall Committee meetings will also be running throughout January 7th January – Finance Committee 21st January – Project & Grounds Committee 28th January – Neighbourhood Plan Advisory Committee Committee meetings start at 7pm at the Jubilee Hall, all members of the public are welcome to these meetings.

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In my report last month, I referred to the reduction in the number of journeys in the new timetable for the 120 bus service which again is the only service travelling through Newtown Linford. I understand tweaks have been made to the new timetable due to requests at the engagement events. This service is now due to operate from mid-February.

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May I wish you all a Happy New Year. Planning Appeal Decision I was delighted to receive the news from the Planning Inspectorate on Christmas Eve about the Inspectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision to dismiss the appeal to develop up to 50 dwelling on land adjacent to Maplewell Road, Woodhouse Eaves. An early Christmas present! I note in the decision notice, the main issues outlined by the Inspector were: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Whether the proposal would provide a suitable location for housing, having regard to local and national policy and guidanceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area , including landscape impact, the effect on the setting of the locally listed building at 155 Maplewell Road, and the effect on the Woodhouse Eaves Conservation Areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. In my view, reading through the decision notice, the outcome relied heavily on policy within the Charnwood Local Plan, Core Strategy, noting the Inspector found that the spatial strategy set out in policy CS1 is not out of date. Policy CS1 is most important in that it sets out the overall principles of the spatial strategy and the criteria for assessing the compliance of proposals in each tier of the hierarchy. Remembering that Woodhouse Eaves is categorised under policy CS1 as one of twelve â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Other Settlementsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the fourth tier of the hierarchy. These settlements generally do not have access to a good range of services or facilities and rely largely on the private car for their day-to-day needs. I also noted that the Inspector made reference to the Borough Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to demonstrate a five year supply of deliverable housing land. This was one of the areas I touched on in my submission to the Inspectorate.

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Local Bus Services I have been corresponding with residents about the issues concerning a reduction in Public Transport. The latest to come to my attention is the proposed large reduction in the 154 service operated by Centrebus between Leicester and Loughborough. This is the only service for villages on the route, including within my Council Ward Woodhouse Eaves and Woodhouse. Residents have pointed out to me how they will be affected if this proposed reduction was carried out. These include: attending hospital appointments and courses of treatment over a long period of time, the only means of transport to services outside the village and the environmental impact of discouraging people from using public transport. I understand Centrebus have notified Leicestershire County Council that they intend to withdraw most of the Monday to Friday journeys with effect from 26th January. I have been in touch with the County Council officers who are currently assessing the full impact of these changes, they will provide further information at bus stops and on the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Choose How You Moveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; website, once the detail is available. Additionally they will provide an update to Parishes and bus passengers who have made enquiries.

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Road Closure I have had concerns raised about the road closure between Woodhouse Parish and Swithland, which is due to start early January. This coming after the recent two month closure. I understand this is having a detrimental effect on local businesses within my Council Ward, especially village shops and public houses, who have seen a significant reduction in business throughout the previous closure. I understood from correspondence with officers at the County Council, any further works in this area would be controlled by traffic lights, therefore keeping the road open to traffic. I have now asked for more information as to why this road needs to be closed again, so soon after the recent closure? In my view, this will again cause inconvenience and loss of business to the local and business community.

Drainage I have received concerns about the problems of surface water on the Main Street, Newtown Linford, due to blocked drains/gullies along certain parts of the street. I have received information from the County Council that their operatives will be attending on Friday 10th and Monday 12th January to carry out jetting and CCTV investigation works across the full length of Main Street.

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After the inevitable excesses of the festive period, January offers a welcome chance to pause and reset. This is reflected in the garden – a great stillness now falls over the bare stems and frost-kissed soil. The garden lies dormant, dreaming of the year to come, and so do we. But amid all the self-examination and earnest resolutions, we can often be a little too optimistic with our promises to ourselves. Perhaps it’s important to recognise who we really are and what we’re realistically capable of in the year to come - otherwise we set ourselves up for failure. Does a pear tree dream of bearing oranges? Or does it hope to produce its very best crop of pears? Pseudo-psychological rambling aside, January is the perfect time for garden planning. Get your notebook out and start those lists. Do you want lots more colour in the garden, perhaps by trying new annuals from seed? Do you want to grow more healthy fruit and veg for you and the family to enjoy? Maybe this is year you dig a pond! Whatever the case, January’s harvest is one of bountiful plans and schemes. JANUARY TIP: If you do venture outside this month, it’s not too late to plant Allium bulbs. There are many varieties available in all shapes and sizes, but you can’t go wrong with Purple Sensation and White Everest. Both bear a single ball-shaped flower (in purple and white respectively) that can fit easily into an established border for some architectural height in early summer. Plant in groups of three or five, or space evenly in a more formal border. Wait for a day when the ground isn’t frozen and plant at a depth about four times the diameter of the bulb.

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Earlier this year the borough council introduced ‘Charnwood Big Switch’ a collective switching scheme to help residents get a better deal and change energy suppliers with ease. Registrations for the next auction are now open and more residents are being encouraged to sign up for a chance to see how much money they could save on their energy bills. Alison Simmons, head of strategic and private sector housing said: “The council are committed to helping residents and we are really pleased with the amount of money residents saved through the first auction. “Switching your energy suppliers can be daunting for some residents and we’re hoping Charnwood Big Switch will make the process easier for residents and give them the confidence to switch and save money on their bills. “I would encourage residents to register with the scheme, so they are able to see if they are getting a better deal before deciding to switch.” The scheme is delivered by the Council and iChoosr, an independent specialist provider in collective energy switching. Collective switching gives people the opportunity to group together and pay less for their energy. Residents can switch electric or dual fuel and can choose to have paper bills or to manage their accounts online. iChoosr hold three auctions a year and energy suppliers compete to provide the lowest priced tariff in the auction. It is free for residents to register their interest and registrations for the second auction are now open. The next auction for Charnwood will take place on February 11, 2020. For more information about the Charnwood Big Switch please visit: charnwood.gov.uk/charnwoodbigswitch.

Very nearly four years ago a member of Thurcaston an Cropston Good Neighbours Scheme completed the very first job. That job – completed on April 11th – involved taking an elderly Cropston resident to a doctor’s appointment in Mountsorrel. In the four years since then scheme’s volunteers – currently 20 – have completed getting on for 600 jobs. They include driving neighbours to shops, medical and professional appointments, gardening, simple DIY tasks and providing companionship. The scheme swings into action when any resident of the two villages (or a family member) rings the group’s cellphone on 0743 526 5397. The co-ordinator takes details and e-mails all relevant volunteers. Only when the task is assigned, does the volunteer – all of whom must have DBS clearance – receive personal details about the villager and the help that is requested. In recent months alone, the scheme has contributed xx hours of service and its volunteers have driven more than 350 miles. Although entitled to claim out-ofpocket expenses, most drivers do not do so. The scheme does not make any charges for its services, but many grateful villagers donate so that the scheme can met its running costs. Many also make comments on the forms which they complete after satisfactory completion of each task. For instance, one person taken to repeat medical appointments wrote: “Kind and patient, as always. We are deeply obliged to you.” Another: “Wonderful job. Phil is a real asset. Thank you.” And another: “Happy to be driven in your car. Hope you enjoy the Easter egg from us all.” One woman left this Voicemail message on the GNS phone: “I just wanted to say thank you so much for organizing Maggie the befriender that visits Mum every Wednesday. I’ve taken this number from the Christmas card from the Cropston Good Neighbours Scheme. The difference that Maggie has made to Mum’s life I just cannot put into words. She looks forward to her arrival and really enjoys her company and talks about her often when she is not there in a very, very positive light. Thank you so much. This really, really has made a difference.” If you want to make a difference to your community… or if you want free help from a trustworthy Good Neighbour, please ring the scheme phone on 0743 526 5397.

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GRANTS FOR LOCAL CAUSES The General Anstey Town Charity trustees will be holding their annual grants meeting in April this year to distribute funds to local charities and groups Applicants must be based in the village or serve the community of Anstey. These include non profit organisations, voluntary groups, youth organisations, sports clubs, faith and community groups. The Charity also has the discretion to award grants to individuals who may require support for educational or special needs projects. The Trustees require an independently up to date verified or audited statement of accounts. It is also helpful if applicants can indicate what activity, age group, equipment or project the grant is needed for and an approximate costing. They are also interested to know how many Anstey residents will benefit from the grants and are required to include a contact name and address and telephone number with their applications. In 2019 ÂŁ3,960 was awarded to ten local groups and organisations. During the last 10 years the Charity has awarded over ÂŁ30,000 to over 30 local applicants. Applications should be sent by the 31st of January 2020 to Anstey Town Charity, Jubilee Hall, Stadon Road, Anstey LE7 7AY. For further details ring Vicky Ball 2125315 We Need Your Help. The charity, under the terms of its scheme laid down by the Charity Commission, cannot invest any of its income, this must be given to the community of Anstey. However, Anstey Town Charity is able to invest grants and donations with the Charities Investment Fund. With increasing demands for financial support the nine unpaid Trustees are anxious to attract this kind of funding from local bodies and individuals, perhaps in memory of a loved one or in appreciation of the work done by the Charity on behalf the village. They are very grateful for the support they receive from the Anstey Parish Council and the Gala Committee but hope that groups who have benefitted from their grants may feel able to make donations to Anstey Town Charity to enhance their work in the local community.

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I hope you all managed to have some rest over the Christmas period and to spend time with family and friends. We are now into the New Year and beginning to plan for the year ahead and I wish all readers a very Happy New Year. Leading up to Christmas was very busy with events, the general election and preparing for the festive period. I had a few days away at the beginning of December in London and got home the day before the dreadful terrorist attacks on London Bridge, my thoughts are with the families affected by this unforgivable attack. On Saturday 30th November I attended the award ceremony for the ‘Celebrate Safely’ campaign at the Central Fire Station, Lancaster Road. Children from across the City and County were invited to submit their drawings that demonstrated how to celebrate safely, and the winners were invited to the award ceremony. The children had great fun on the fire engines and police car and we were all treated to a live rescue demonstration from the burning tower. On Monday 2nd December I attended the annual Charnwood Borough Council Sports Awards Ceremony at Burleigh Court, Loughborough. Another fantastic evening and some truly amazing people were presented as the winners. All the winners are on the Charnwood Borough Council website, but two particularly stand out for me which were the Special Recognition Award which recognises inspirational people awarded to Jesse Dufton who is a blind mountain climber and a special award to the Loughborough Foxes under 12’s football team and Molly Webb, who sadly passed away earlier in the year, aged 26. Molly had been a member of the club since aged 13 and was the manager of the under 12’s team. On Saturday 7th December I popped into Anstey Community Library who were hosting Santa in their Grotto. I peeped round the door to say hello, but Father Christmas was very busy. I also visited the Christmas Gala and enjoyed singing carols in The Nook. On Wednesday 11th December I joined the Police and Crime Commissioner and the local police beat team on a patch walk in Anstey. We visited local businesses to understand what crime issues they were concerned about and also spoke to some residents on route. A productive morning and good to hear that the local businesses are all supporting each other.

On Thursday 12th December I attended a Drugs Strategy Summit in Loughborough. This brought together many agencies from across the area to look at what each agency are doing and how we can work together in a more productive way to prevent the younger generation getting involved in drug related life styles. A good summit with some follow up work planned for 2020. On Sunday 15th December, after some sleep following being awake for 24 hours for the general election and election count, I headed to Charnwood Leisure Centre for the Girl Power Event organised by Charnwood Borough Council, Fusion Lifestyle and TayPlay Sport. The event aims to empower and engage women and girls into sports. 20% of the ticket sales were donated to local charity Living Without Abuse. I joined in with the relaxing yoga session and the super powered Bangra Blaze, not to mention the 60ft inflatable obstacle course (there are unfortunately, photos on my twitter feed). After a quick change I headed to the opening of the ARC Community Centre at Grange Park, Loughborough. A fantastic community building for the local residents to make good use of. With support from the National Lottery and some very hard-working people I was delighted to be invited to attend the official opening. My final event before Christmas was the Mayor of Charnwood’s carol service in Loughborough. A lovely evening to get everyone in the Christmas spirit with a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie to enjoy whilst chatting with friends and colleagues following the service.

Centre Bus 54A In my report last month, I advised that CentreBus have decided to withdraw their 54A service to Anstey from 21st December 2019. I have been working with officers at County Hall, looking at all potential options available. Under Leicestershire County Council’s new Transport Policy, residents should be within 800 metres walking distance of their nearest bus stop. The furthest house from the Hollow Road bus stop (on the Davidson’s Groby Road estate) is 783 metres so within walking distance, so County Hall will not be putting on any replacement service. I have asked if the Roberts 120 service could be diverted along Bradgate Road to pick up passengers rather than following the same route as the First 74 bus service. Officers are not happy to do this, as the Roberts 120 would miss 7 stops along Hollow Road and Stadon Road and only have one stop on Bradgate Road. Therefore, I have now asked if part of the First 74 Service can be

diverted to cover that side of the village. Officers are speaking to the First bus company and I will come back to you through my report with any updates I receive. For people with mobility difficulties there is a community transport provision from John Storer. John Storer is a Loughborough based independent charity serving Charnwood. The community transport provision receives support from Leicestershire County Council. Residents with any mobility difficulties may book a journey by telephoning the provider directly. John Storer asks that residents’ book in advance, ideally with 7 days’ notice, however in practice shorter notice period is possible, depending on driver availability. They are also able to take bookings for any regular journey. There are two forms of Community Transport provision delivered by John Storer, a social car scheme and a fully accessible community minibus. The social car scheme is delivered by volunteer drivers who use their own cars. The community minibus provides regular shopping journeys or transport for community groups. Community transport is chargeable via a zonal fare scheme, with the cost dependent on the exact journey requirements. The service is generally available Monday to Friday during the daytime, journeys outside of these times is dependent upon the availability of volunteer drivers. The Social Car Scheme is for passengers requiring car journeys driven by volunteer drivers for shopping, primary health care appointments, visiting, leisure, hairdresser etc. Please contact either Candi Barnes or Monica Gonzalez on 01509 631761 to discuss eligibility and cost. Alternatively email monica.gonzalez@johnstorercharnwood.org. uk or candida.barnes@johnstorercharnwood.org.uk If you need any further support, please get in touch with me.

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Leicester and Leicestershire are being urged to nominate inspiring young people in their communities for this year’s Lord-Lieutenant’s award. The scheme is open to all 13 to 19-year olds, and nominations can be made by other young people, their school, parent or carer, as well as any other agency or individual. The categories for this year celebrate the very best examples of effort and achievement. People can nominate for categories including - Young Braveheart, Young Volunteer, Young Leader and Young Artist. The finalists and their parents will be invited to a special ‘red carpet’ awards evening and dinner to be held in April 2020, hosted by the Lord-Lieutenant. The closing date for this year’s nominations is 16 February 2020. To find out more about the awards or to nominate a young person please visit www.leicestershire.gov.uk/llawards

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Welcome to our latest update to share with you all the fantastic developments taking place. We are very proud of the events at the school and hope that you will enjoy reading about them.

I am proud to announce that, after at least 23 years since it was last a good school, Woolden Hill Primary School is now a rated as a Good school in all areas of the new inspection framework!

Ofsted visit -At the end of November we were visited by Ofsted inspectors as part of their cycle of monitoring of schools. We had a two day inspection where the team had the opportunity to talk to our pupils, staff and parents and observe teaching and learning across a range of subjects in order to make their judgements about our school. The new inspection framework focuses heavily on the checking that the curiculum we have designed for our pupils ensures that they receive a broad and balanced curriculum where pupils know and remember more. As you are hopefully aware from previous articles in this magazine, the team at Woolden Hill are always working super hard to provide innovative and exciting opportunities for our pupils. Our curriculum considers local and global issues and pupils have the ability to design their own learning outcomes too. This has resulted in excellent results for our pupils where they leave our school ready for the next stage

We were delighted that the inspection team were very impressed with the range of experiences the children gain and agreed that our school is working very hard to ensure that all pupils achieve success. Here is a short quote to summarise the key findings of what Ofsted found it to be like to attend our school. “Pupils and staff are happy at this school. Pupils’ behaviour is good and everyone gets alone together in this community school. We saw pupils being polite and kind to each other during the inspection. Pupils welcomed us as visitors to their school. They were courteous, respectful and helpful. Pupils say they feel safe at school. They know there is always someone they can talk to. Bullying is rare. When it does occur, staff

Parents and carers told us how much the staff do for their children. Parents descibed the staff as ‘caring, enthusiastic and inspiring’. Parents appreciate the support and learing opportunities that staff provide. This includes the many extra activties pupils enjoy.” For those who would like to read more about the inspection, the report has just been published and will be available to read on our school wesbite very soon or can be found via the ofsted website too. As headteacher, I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you who have supported our journey to achieving this recognition. I am so proud or the staff and pupils and know that together we will continue to plan even more exciting and inspiring things in the future. We have completed all of our open days for this academic year. However, we always welcome visitors to our school so if you are interested to find out more about our school, please contact the school office (0116 2362154) to make an appointment. I look forward to sharing more with you very soon! With warm regards,

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Anstey RFC start of the new year unbeaten and top the table in Merit C Leicestershire League after recent wins against Oadby Wyggs, 33-0 and Aylestone St. James, 39-3 A couple of games in December fell victim to waterlogged pitches which was a shame as the team have great momentum and a real buzz. With a free weekend on the Saturday before Christmas our team were not dressed in their usual Anstey RFC shirts but instead in an array of Christmas Jumpers when they headed off to Leicester City centre for a lively evening.

Bohemian Rhapsody provided wonderful entertainment in the life story of Queen’s remarkable lead singer, Freddie Mercury, displaying his talent for writing and piano playing as well as extraordinary singing. Watching our film this month were three generations, all enjoying mince pies as an extra treat at the interval. It was a wonderful evening. “Red Joan” will be shown on January 10th 2020 and lasts 110 minutes.

We look forward to packed January programme with home games versus Aylestone Athletic and Melbourne as well as away games at South Leicester and Market Bosworth. Fixtures are in place every week right through to President’s Day with our big 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner taking place on Saturday 13th June in the Tryline Suite at Leicester Tigers. Live music and guest speakers will be included on what will be a great event.

Our first film for the new year is a fantastic true British story of a "Granny spy" played by Dame Judi Dench. As a civil servant after World War 11, she falls under suspicion by the authorities for being a Soviet spy, possibly because she was associating with a Russian Communist. Will she be able to prevent the ultimate destruction of herself as well as her friend?

Note on your new 2020 calendars please. We want as many people as possible who have been involved with Anstey RFC since 1980 to celebrate with us on the night.

"Green Book" will be shown on February 14th and lasts 130 minutes.

All our fixtures can be found on our website at www.pitchhero.com/clubs/anstey Or on our club noticeboard in The Coach & Horses (carpark end). Training is every Wednesday evening under floodlights at our Link Road ground.

Another amazing true story will be our biographical comedy drama in February. This film brings to light the racial division in American society during the 1960's. When a club bouncer falls on hard times, he becomes the concert tour driver for a talented African-American concert pianist. Having won three Oscars and three BAFTA'S, this film is a warm and joyous tale about loyalty and companionship.

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The Big Garden Birdwatch Saturday 25 January to Monday 27 January thrushes seen in gardens had declined by 76%, coming in at number 20. Your results help us spot problems, but more importantly, they are also the first step in putting things right. This is why it's so important that we count garden birds. How to take part It’s so easy to take part. An hour with the birds is a wonderful opportunity to sit back, relax and spend time with nature. So, pop the kettle on, put your feet up and start counting!

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Choose to move in 2020 A programme which helps residents become more active is returning for 2020. Charnwood Borough Council’s Choose to Move is a 10-week physical activity programme which offers weekly weigh-ins and exercise classes for anyone looking for a healthy way to kick-start the new year. The programme starts on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Charnwood College, Loughborough and will be held every week between 7pm8.30pm. Cllr Deborah Taylor, the Council’s lead member for communities, safety and wellbeing said: “This programme is a great way for residents to become more active in a friendly and welcoming environment. “This is just one of the ways our Active Charnwood team help residents increase their physical activity and live healthier lifestyles. “I would encourage anyone looking to get more active to sign up for Choose to Move.” The weigh-in sessions are optional and will take place between 7pm7.30pm. The exercise classes are suitable for all fitness levels and will run from 7.30pm-8.30pm. The 10-week programme costs £25 and everyone who attends eight or more exercise sessions will be entered into a draw for a chance to win a 12month gym membership with Fusion, usually worth around £300. The Choose to Move programme was formerly known as Charnwood’s Largest Loser. For further information and to book your place online visit www. charnwood.gov.uk/choosetomove

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General Election Results Following the General Election held on 12th December 2019, here are the local results for the Charnwood and Loughborough Constituencies: Loughborough Constituency Stuart Brady (Labour) – 20,785 votes Jane Hunt (Conservative) – 27,954 votes Ian Sharpe (Liberal Democrats) – 4,153 votes Queenie Tea (Independent) – 235 votes Wes Walton (Green) – 1,504 votes Jane Hunt is duly elected for Loughborough. • • •

Electorate: 79,776 Ballot Papers: 54,860 Turnout: 68.8%

Charnwood Constituency Edward Argar (Conservative) - 35,121 votes Gary Godden (Labour) - 12,724 votes Laurie Needham (Green) - 2,664 votes Kate Tipton (Liberal Democrats) - 4,856 votes Edward Argar is duly elected for Charnwood • • •

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Public Footpaths J71, J70 and J69, South of Groby Road In last month’s report, we advised that we were waiting for a meeting with Charnwood Borough Council’s planning managers regarding the footpaths and the new bridge over Rothley Brook not being completed before the first dwelling was occupied in July 2019 on the Gynsill Lane development. The weather has now halted the work and the contractors are hoping to be back on site on 6th January 2020 with different equipment, but it is weather dependent. That meeting was held just before Christmas.

We are aware that a planning condition has been breached but after discussions with Charnwood it is clear that to put a stop notice on the development would not be proportional and would be open to appeal by the developers and they would be very likely to succeed in their appeal. We have asked what the developers can do to mitigate the situation that we are now in. Charnwood have since spoken to the developers to make a few improvements to the area. Metal has been put down both sides of the unfinished footpath so you can use the existing bridge without wading through mud. The developers have also unlocked the gate at the back of the new development on the new, diverted footpath. This means you can now walk between Anstey and Glenfield using the old bridge for the time being. We are hopeful that the new bridge will be open very soon.

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Crime Prevention Over the past few weeks we have experienced an increase in burglaries in the area. The police have sent out some advice through the Neighbourhood Link. We are sending this message through our report to raise awareness and to pass on some crime prevention advice. Burglars don’t want to be seen or heard and if they think they’ll be noticed by a neighbour or passer-by, they'll probably move on. Here's some advice on helping keep burglars out by giving them no hiding places. Keep it visible! You’d think that it would be best to make a property less visible from the street, and to keep it hidden from prying eyes behind overgrown bushes, trees, high fences or walls. All that this serves to do is make it easier for a burglar to get close to a home unnoticed and provide somewhere to hide while carrying out a burglary or theft from the property. ➢

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ANSTEY WI Anstey WI’s December meeting was rich with Christmas cheer. Chris Figgins told two delightful seasonal stories, and then the Cocktail Shaker Boys spoke about the art of cocktail making. We learned about the ingredients. Who knew that Cointreau is simply a triple sec, for instance? Then came the best bit: the demonstration of making a Cosmopolitan and a Grasshopper, as well as two non-alcoholic mocktails, all of which we were able to sample.

Winter hardship causes over 50,000 deaths every year in England and Wales. Locally 650 people will die this winter because they can’t afford their heating bills. A staggering fact is that 10% of our counties’ households are in fuel poverty. The Heating or Eating campaign, which runs throughout the winter, aims to help older people in food and fuel poverty in our local community. All donations received throughout the campaign will be used to provide food parcels, blankets, hot water bottles and winter clothing or to help older people pay utility bills, fix or replace boilers and heaters. Do you need our help? If you are over 50 and facing the choice of heating or eating, Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland can help you this winter and can help you prepare for future winters. We can • Give you a free Home Energy Check and energy saving items which will reduce your heating costs •

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CROPSTON EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Once again, Birstall Golf Club was the venue of choice for our Christmas lunch, held on Monday 2nd December 2019. Members and their guests, totalling 31 people, attended. Following a very tasty lunch, which was served to the usual high standard by the attentive catering team, Jenny Kennington thanked everyone for coming and it was good that some members who had been absent from meetings for most of the year, due to personal circumstances, were able to attend. Then, a toast was made to “absent friends” who, for various reasons, were unable to share this annual occasion. The Club’s customary raffle was held which raised the sum of £83 for Club funds. For after-lunch entertainment, Jenny was pleased to welcome, for a return visit, the group of hand bell ringers from All Saints’ Church, Thurcaston with Cropston, some of whom had also joined us for lunch. The sweet sound of the bells was evocative of the forthcoming Christmas season and each piece played was introduced by the group’s leader, Peter Hunt. The appreciative audience was happy to sing along with some of the well-known Christmas music and carols and the music was interspersed with both serious and humorous readings – a very pleasant way to celebrate the start of the festive season. A

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August 10th - Speaker: Gay Evans – “Last English Nobleman to be Hanged” September 14th - Speaker: Anna Stasinska – “Japanese Tea Experience” Plus Harvest Bring & Buy – Sale of Produce October 12th - Speaker: Peter Hunt – “South America & The Galapagos” November 9th - Speaker: Douglas Clinton – “Cunning Women of Anglo-Saxon England” December 7th - Annual Christmas Lunch – to be arranged Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of the month, unless otherwise notified. Please note: April 20th is the 3rd Monday to avoid Easter Monday and December 7th is the 1st Monday.

January 13th - Speaker: Peter Savage – “Do You Remember?”

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March 9th - Speaker: Chris Watkins – “Fine Cell Work”

Members’ monthly entrance fee is £2 per person and visitors are each charged £3 per meeting. New members and visitors will be assured of a warm welcome.

April 20th - Speakers: John Winter & Claudia Coxon - “The Work of Inter Care” May 11th - Annual Outing – to be arranged June 8th - Speaker: Rob Abell – “Keeping Your Family Money in the Family” Free – lucky dip prize draw July 13th - Annual Strawberry Cream Tea – to be arranged

Jennifer Kennington (Club Leader/Secretary) For further information, please contact Mrs Maja Tompkins on 07709 201881

ANSTEY CHESS CLUB LATEST NEWS... Firstly from me some thank yous and apologies! Thank yous: Anstey Parish Council for the grant money that has been sent to me for the chess club. It will come in very handy for paying LRCA league fees and some more equipment for the club. Thank you to the members of the council that approved our grant. June Janes for the wonderful chess set that she donated to the club. The board and set were of excellent quality - thank you. Apologies: For not submitting an article last month - my age and my chess must be catching up with me! Results: There have been so many results recently (especially since I missed a month!) that it would be unfair in terms of room for them all to be printed. The club's first team have had some excellent results and sit proudly at the top of the LRCA's (Leicestershire & Rutland Chess Association) division 4 going into the Christmas break. We have played 8, won 7, drawn 1 and lost 0 - so far!

The second team have had mixed results with some excellent wins - they are comfortably mid-table in division 5. Free Chess Sessions - Reminder: Sadly, we are not running any chess sessions on Saturday mornings for the foreseeable future. The Stadon wasn't quite right for Saturday morning coaching - it is perfect as a league venue though - so we decided to stop the training/ coaching/practice sessions for now. We will hunt for a new venue and let you all know how we progress. Website - Reminder: Fantastic news here! We have a NEW website. After much scouring of the internet/looking at other sports clubs and what they do - a considerable amount of research, even if I do say so myself - we have found a new host for our site. www.pitchero.com/clubs/ansteychessclub Feel free to have a browse if you have a spare minute or two. January Club Nights/Fixtures Wednesday 8th January Anstey 2 v Heathcote Arms 2

Wednesday 15th January Anstey 1 v Heathcote Arms 1 Thursday 16th January Kirby Castlers 3 v Anstey 2 Tuesday 21st January - Syston 5 v Anstey 2 Wednesday 22nd January - Club Night Wednesday 29th January - Club Night Thursday 30th January - Latimer 1 v Anstey 1 We should be at the club every Wednesday in some way, shape or form, so feel free to call in. You are welcome along on any night so please pop along to see what we're all about. New players are welcome along at any time regardless of standard.

Ben Vaughan - Anstey Chess Club 0116 3320956 - 07469 207548 ansteychess@hotmail.com *New Website* www.pitchero.com/clubs/ansteychessclub

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