S40 Local - 133 December 2022

The community magazine for Acorn Ridge, Ashgate, Brampton, Brookside, Holymoorside, Somersall & Walton

MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR READERS

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Another year passes and we shut the doors at the studio of S40 & S41 Local, and Unhampered, whilst we enjoy a bit of an extended Break. Our next edition will drop week commencing 16 Jan 2023, during this time we'll be spending time together as a family and relaxing ready to start 2023 with our batteries recharged.

Stuck for shopping Ideas? Check out our gift guide suggestions, and if you can, please support our independent businesses where possible. If you need any help finding them, head to www.unhampered-chesterfield.co.uk where we've listed a couple of hundred of them and are constantly adding more (or scan the QR code for the Curated Guide).

If you need some help covering the festive costs, you could enter the Unhampered Christmas competition with a star prize of £150 and two £50 prizes to be spent with an independent. You'll need to be quick though as we'll need your entry to us by Friday 9 December (see page 32 for details).

However you spend the festive season I hope you enjoy it, celebrate by putting the heat on for a day or two! Stay safe. Paul & the team. 07764 801080 paul@s40local.co.uk

GIFT GUIDE

The best places to shop this Christmas

Vouchers and Christmas at Libby's

Why not treat someone to Afternoon Tea, High Brunch or pop into the shop for some wonderful gifts. NEOM Organics, Aery Candles, Gianni Conti leather goods, Joma Jewellery plus lots more all in stock... and whilst shopping, why not relax and enjoy some fab food and drinks in our lovely cafe?

479 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield S40 3AD @thecafeatlibbys

Straightcurves for the Creative In The Family

Craft kits and courses for all ages and abilities, order online or pop in to have a look around. Our gift vouchers are a great way to give the gift of creative me-time to a loved one during the festive season. Situated on Saltergate, so nice and easy to find and the kettles always on.

Straightcurves, 104 Saltergate, Chesterfield S40 1NE straightcurvesltd www.straightcurves.co.uk

Perfect Gifts & Accessories from M's Accessories

M's Accessories take time to select a range of quality casual brands that are perfect for a night out or a stroll through the woods. Gift ideas to get you thinking include, Gloves £18; Snuggly slipper socks £20; Round Roka bag £40 (made from recycled bottles) and the vegan Bright green bag with changeable strap £40.

M's Accessories, 3 South Street, Chesterfield S40 1QX m's accessories www.ms-accessories.co.uk

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Vouchers for Fantastic Dining at The Fox & Goose

Our vouchers make the perfect gift. Recipients can escape the kids and enjoy a date night meal for two, an afternoon tea perhaps, or bring the whole family for a fantastic Sunday Lunch with views across Chesterfield. Enjoy a free shuttle bus for groups of six or more.

The Fox & Goose Inn, Pudding Pie Hill, Chesterfield S42 7JJ Fox & Goose - Chesterfield www.thefoxandgooseinn.com

Robin's Nest Brooch: £65 from Adorn

A beautiful, independent jewellery boutique nestled in the heart of The Shambles. Specialising in silver jewellery and unusual gemstones. Stocking independent designers, as well as designer brands such as Simon Harrison Jewellery, London Vintage and Sheila Fleet Jewellery. Prices from just £20. Adorn Jewellers, 7 Middle Shambles, Chesterfield S40 1PZ adornchesterfield www.adornjewellerschesterfield.co.uk

Brampton Brewery Tour Vouchers: £10.00

Brampton Brewery's cask ales are available through their shop 'The Beer Cellar' and include session bitter ‘Ascalon’ plus a range of over 20 different beers. Why not pick up a voucher for a Brewery Tour where you'll delve into the rich history of this local brewery... and a taster beer or two.

Brampton Brewery, Unit 4 Chatsworth Business Park, S40 2AR brampton brewery www.bramptonbrewery.co.uk

For the Gin Lover in Your Life

If you like Gin, make sure Ginspired is on your Christmas list. As well as a choice of festive flavours, gifts include Gin Mare, Mediterranean gin, Vibrant and aromatic Spanish gin with beautiful metal lantern £37.95 and Teeling Irish Whisky, a small batch premium whiskey aged in rum casks, with gold presentation tin £33.95. Ginspired, Stall 8, Market Hall, Chesterfield S40 1AR @ginspiredshop e: ginspiredshop@gmail.com

Gift Vouchers for a Local Night in Greece

Odyssey Restaurant is a little chunk of Greece transported into the heart of Chesterfield, offering customers a journey of authentic flavours, sounds and the atmosphere of Greece. Vouchers are great as not only can the recipient have a fab treat, they'll need to take someone along!

Odyssey Greek Restaurant, 1 Knifesmith Gate, Chesterfield S40 1RF @odysseyChesterfield www.odysseyrestaurant.co.uk

Contemporary Silver Jewellery from £15.00

M's Gallery stock a wide range of beautiful contemporary silver jewellery. Make a unique bracelet by choosing charms to celebrate life events. Charms from £20; By Nomination, Tree of Life bracelet with toggle fastening £29 & Wire balls Handmade by Tara in Manchester using Sterling Silver wire studs £27 & drops £35. M's Gallery 5 South Street, Chesterfield S40 1QX m's accessories

Auto Select Cars & Campervan Hire

A present to the family, a pristine, quality used car from Auto Select. Stock changes very quickly so there will always be something in or on the way to suit your needs, or hire a VW Campervan hire from £434.00 for a short week, a choice of three vans; two four birth VW Transporters and a four birth VW Crafter... camping in luxury.

Autoselect Cars, Pottery Lane, Chesterfield S41 9BN autoselectcarschesterfield www.autoselectcars.co.uk

Gift Certificates From Zero Tattoo

Chesterfield's Zero Tattoo and Gallery offer a wide range of tattoo styles. Owner Mike has many years of experience and combines this with the relaxed atmosphere in the studio to create a truly unique experience. The professional and welcoming team ensure a clean, hygienic environment and only use the best quality equipment.

Zero Tattoo, Unit 8, Market Hall, Chesterfield S40 1AR zerotattoogallery www.zerotattoo.co.uk

Jewellery by Envy from She Fashion

Beautiful bracelets & necklaces by Envy jewellery, perfect Christmas Gifts. Prices starting from just £29.00, all jewellery comes gift wrapped in a fabric pouch, gift bag & tissue paper. She Fashion offers a wide range of styles for all occasions from Mother of the Bride outfits, speciality occasions outfits and a great casual range. She Fashions, 56 Knifesmithgate, Chesterfield S40 1RQ shefashionschesterfield www.shefasions.co.uk

Chesterfield Escape Rooms Experiences

Getting to the position of no. 1 Escape Room in the country on Trip Advisor with 919 reviews takes some doing! You can be guaranteed a great time at Chesterfield Escape Rooms. For 2023 they have new rooms planned and will have seven for you to try. Vouchers make an excellent gift if someone's not been... and you can go along too!

Chesterfield Escape Rooms, 19-25 Soresby Sreett, S40 1JW chesterfieldescaperooms www.chesterfieldescaperooms.co.uk

Bespoke Framing by Brampton Picture Framing

Got a picture or item a loved one has cherished for years? Would it look better framed? Brampton Picture Framing can frame just about anything! Enjoy their Christmas Offer - bring in two items to be professionally framed for a 15% discount. Closing date for appointments is Wednesday 7 December 2022.

Brampton Picture Framing, Old Hall Road, Chesterfield S40 3RG bramptonpictureframing www.bramptonpictureframing.com

Stylish Gifts For Any Home from H&F Home

If you need stylish interior accessories then pop down to H&F Home on Beetwell Street, they have items from a few £'s that will enhance any home. If you want, why not treat yourself to one of their bespoke, tables, beds or sofas. Once you've done browsing and buying, take a load off and visit their cafe!

H&F Home, 4a New Beetwell Street, Chesterfield handfchesterfield www.homeandfurniture.co.uk

Do you get fed up of playing 'Whamageddon'? You know the game where you have to go as long as possible without hearing WHAM's Christmas classic; "Last Christmas". Does Mariah have you throwing objects at the off button or screaming at Alexa! Well, we might just have a solution.

Studio 2 at West Studios is where you'll find S40 Local, S41 Local, Defeye Creative, Unhampered and Tilly Fudge Design. One thing we have in common is our love of music, and I'm pleased to say we have a mixed taste. So, I asked everyone to send me a few tracks that might make it to their playlist over Christmas but are absolutely not Christmas tunes.

The resulting list is opposite plus we've popped them all on a spotify playlist, get to it direct from Spotify above, from the QR code or link on the opposite page, you'll need a Spotify account to listen, but we reckon most people have someone in the house with an account.

Take a listen, pop a comment on and enjoy a Mariah, Bublé and Wham free couple of hours.

What's that? You're welcome, yes, I know, we are great. Happy NOT Christmas.

Not A Christmas Playlist

Winter Walk

Looking for something to do over Christmas?

Words & Images: Paul Chapman

Here's a walk we're gifting to you. Starting at The Fox & Goose Inn, Wigley, where you can enjoy food and a drink, and a relatively easy five miles around Linacre reservoirs. The Fox & Goose have two dog friendly snugs and food is served everyday between 21 Dec and 2 Jan.

Please note this can be a muddy and slippery walk that also crosses a stream, so you'll need suitable footwear!

If you choose the Fox & Goose as your starting point, they are happy for you to leave your car, but only if you’re calling in for drinks or food.

Starting at the Fox & Goose 5.2 miles (2.25 hours)

From the bottom corner of the car park, walk down the hill from the Fox & Goose and turn left at High Lane, opposite the school. Follow the tarmac road (ignore the turn for Moorhay Farm) pass between the houses, take the left-hand bridleway (1) that descends to the Linacre Valley (just under a mile), at all points stay on the downhill path, pass between two gateposts and when the path forks at a way marker post (2) go down the left-hand path until you reach a small stream.

Cross the stream (3), turn right, over a stile and the footbridge (4) into a field. Go slightly right, keeping the stream on your right, (do not take the more worn path uphill as this leads

to the stream where there is no crossing point when it’s high) and cross another small stream on stepping stones (5).

Continue across this field until you reach another coppice, turn left and after a few metres reach a gate (6) in the dry-stone wall.

Through the gate, take the right-hand path that leads down through the woodland, there are quite a few roots, usually covered in leaves so take care. After a short while you’ll reach a footbridge (7) on the right-hand side, cross this bridge.

Follow this path along the side of the upper reservoir (the first of three you’ll walk around), along some boardwalk to another bridge (8) at the far side. Continue along the path now with the reservoir on your left, this path takes you to the first dam wall (do not cross the dam), continue along the path through woodland (9). You can’t really see the water any longer, but it will be back soon!

As you reach the next dam wall (10) on your left, take the path right (11) down a short decent and up the other side, follow this path with the lower reservoir on your left, to reach the final dam wall, through a fence stile, and at the dam, turn right up a short incline to a wall, and left at the top.

You will now drop through the woods, stay left at the fork of paths and down to a bridge (12) on the left-hand side.

Turn left and walk uphill past the toilet block (13). After a short distance head through the gate (14) on your left and head along the path to the dam wall. Follow the path along the side of the second reservoir, looking out for carvings in the trees.

At the next dam wall take the right fork up some steps (15), staying to the right of the

reservoir – ignore the public footpath sign off to the right. Stay on the main path around the reservoir, twisting and turning, and rising and falling a little.

At a sharp corner take the lower bridge, climbing afterwards. Return to the footbridge where you started the circuit of the reservoirs.

Follow the path back through the woods, through the gate in the wall and retrace your steps back to the Fox & Goose.

As you walk back though the field there is an earlier footbridge (remember we came across the second bridge), you can take this and it returns you to the post at point 2. There is quite a steep climb once you’re over the footbridge.

Whichever way you go, by the time you get back to the Fox & Goose Inn you’ll have earned a drink and some food.

Enjoy.

PS: If you fancy a longer walk, we have an additional link to this one from Storrs Road, it's on our website. It makes the whole round walk a little over 9 miles complete, but between Christmas and New Year why not book a table, walk up, enjoy lunch, and walk back down. It should just about fill the daylight hours we reckon!

If there are six or more dining the Fox & Goose offer the shuttle bus back down, otherwise it’s the Wigley Wobble after dark!

Print this walk from the S40 Local website

Check out our website for other local walks, use 'Local Walk' in the search bar.

At

the age of 13 Harry Bartle has placed 3rd in the Rotax Series of the Minimax British Karting Championship, the route to professional motorsport and the place where all the current UK Formula 1 drivers competed.

Harry lives in Brookside and is a student at Brookfield Community School, his quiet demeanour hides a level of confidence that means he has a super relaxed approach to his racing. I’m sat with Harry, dad Rob and mum Claire to find out more, the compulsory coffee in hand.

Rob owns and runs Autoselect Cars, one of our advertisers for over ten years, and loves everything with four wheels, "I’ve always loved cars, so we were chatting, and I asked Harry if he fancied a go at Go Karting at an indoor track in Sheffield? Turns out he really enjoyed it plus was quite good at it!" says Rob.

These smaller Karts with 60cc engines hit 50mph and are aimed at 8- to 12-year-olds, the series features six rounds and at the end of a superb first year, Harry finished 6th in the series. Next up was the Superone Series where he improved greatly and finished 2nd in the championship, things were starting to get serious.

Now aged 12, Harry decided to give the next class up a go one weekend, this involved a new more powerful Kart that he would be unfamiliar with and would be racing against drivers who were older than him, in fact he was the youngest starter that weekend. The race weekend consisted of five races and Harry surprised the field by taking the win from 40 drivers.

"This is something that doesn’t happen," explained Rob. "When people join this class, they typically spend several races settling into the new Karts and often don’t finish. What Harry did was amazing."

"We went a few times, and it wasn’t long before he joined the Academy that they run at the track on Tuesday nights, they teach racing lines and track etiquette, so it was a useful grounding. However, it wasn’t long before he exhausted opportunities at the track.

"It was clear Harry had talent, so I chatted with Claire about how we felt about him having a go on an outdoor circuit. This would mean some major expense, but we decided to give it a go and unsurprisingly, Harry was up for it when we asked."

Rob got in touch with someone who knew Karts and they found the Daniel Ricciardo Series, attended an open day to find out more, and entered the series after buying a used DRS62 Kart!

This race and his performance saw Harry secure a place in the Rotax Series of the Minimax British Karting Championship. Things started well in March with a win in his first weekend, and throughout the year performance was consistent with two 2nd places and one win, after the sevenrace series he’d landed 3rd place overall taking seven out of the eight races in the final round. The first three places in the series qualify for the World Championships, which will take place in Portugal between the 19 and 26 November 2022, unfortunately before we go to print so you’ll have to follow Harry on socials to see how he's done.

What I didn’t really pick up until I was chatting to Harry is that the Portugal event puts him up against the best in the world. Rob says, "it’s been

an extremely busy three years but it’s worth it, Harry is learning so fast."

"The time and commitment we’ve had to make is vast, 25% of my waking hours are spent doing Karting stuff!" says Rob. “We’re away every weekend and travel has taken us from Dorset to Scotland. We typically set off on Thursday night and are away until late Sunday, we must thank Brookfield as they have been great supporting Harry."

So how is it watching Harry, I ask? Both Claire and Rob admit that it’s not pleasant, it’s difficult to switch off from the risks involved, the larger 125cc Karts are hitting 70mph+.

I suppose it’s only right to assume that performing at the level Harry does will lead to an exciting career in motorsport, after all Lewis Hamilton started in karts? "It’s not that easy,” points out Rob. “The route to F1 costs millions, all the teams Harry is racing against at the championship level are heavily sponsored and the kids are private schooled, parents are CEOs of major businesses, private jets are not uncommon," he laughs.

Rob took me through some of the figures involved with Karting, five engines at £20k each, engine rebuilds after every 10 hours of racing, exhausts for thousands, all aimed at shaving off fractions of a second per lap, there can be five racers finishing within a second of each other. Harry is part of Team Croc and is super thankful for their support which provides the Kart chassis, Grice Racing for the engines and Mojo for the tyres.

With all this success teams are approaching Harry to drive for them, and the future looks exciting, after all anyone who won seven of the eight races in his class across the last British Championship weekend is going to be in demand.

Right now, Harry is looking at his options, he’s realistic and not dreaming of F1 but is waiting to see what happens. Once he reaches 14, he can race Ford Fiesta’s and not being the child of billionaires, he’s dependent on his talent, and a bit of luck perhaps!

"I do want to win," says Harry, and I can see that, he’s determined and surprisingly relaxed about it all. "I enjoy racing, it’s great fun." The training needed is serious stuff, gym work, personal trainers, running, computer simulations of the tracks, he’s even taken to eating fruit!

The world championship weekend approaches and I can only wish Harry every success, I hope he comes away with a podium finish and if so look out for a pic in the next edition.

Good luck Harry.

If you want to see Harry in action videos of the Kart series are available at the QR code below (watch from 1:06:06) and you can follow him

@HarryBartleRacing on Instagram.

Christmas is approaching and Unhampered have put together a Christmas Competition where you can win a star prize of £150 or one of two runners up prizes of £50 each to be spent with any independent business listed on Unhampered-Chesterfield.co.uk. The prize fund has been kindly sponsored by St. Modwen Homes, who are presently developing the site at Egstow Park in Clay Cross (see advert).

The competition is open to all and is easy to enter, all you'll need is a trip in to town and a bit of time for a wander round... BUT YOU'LL NEED TO BE QUICK!

Until Friday 9 December we're displaying eight stars in businesses across town, each star contains a letter. When you have collected all eight, make a Christmas themed word. To help we've included an image to show you what you're looking for on the following page, and a map opposite showing the location of each business where you'll find a star, please note that some will need you to visit when they are open, and one star is smaller than the rest!

Once you've found all the letters unscramble them to make a festive word and send it in to us here at Unhampered to be dropped in the hat.

To be in with a chance of picking up either prize:

• Email your answer to ayup@unhampered-chesterfield.co.uk

• Or text your answer to 07764 801080

• Or complete the form overleaf, and send to: Christmas Competition Unhampered West Studios Studio 2, Sheffield Road, Chesterfield S41 7LL.

You'll need to ensure you get your entry to us by close of play Friday 9 December after which the three winners will be drawn at random.

A huge thanks to the team at St. Modwen Homes for sponsoring the prizes of £150 and two £50 Unhampered vouchers which can only be spent with the independent businesses listed on the Unhampered-Chesterfield.co.uk website.

The site contains over 220 of Chesterfield's independent businesses supplying everything from Buttons to Bikes, from Gin to Giraffes (wooden ones that is!) and from Prints to Pizzas!

Enjoy your day in town, and thank you for supporting our independent businesses. #unhamperedchristmas

Here is a pic showing the poster you're looking for, remember that some will need you to visit when they are open, and one star is smaller than the rest!

T's and C's apply. No correspondence will be entered into.

Answer: Info will only be used for contacting the winner, and will not be passed on, etc.

We buy any home any size, any location.

Yes, you read that right. Here at St. Modwen Homes, we are spreading the news far and wide – size doesn’t matter, we’re talking about homes, of course!

Selling your current house can be a super stressful process, but we are here to make it as smooth as possible. Whatever the size, shape, or style of your current abode, when you take advantage of our Part Exchange scheme, we guarantee to purchase your home*. We’ll have your property independently valuated by trusted estate agents and agree a fair price to contribute towards your new home. It’s really that simple.

All offers advertised are only available on selected developments and plots, and are subject to standard terms and conditions. There is no cash alternative and St. Modwen Homes reserve the right to withdraw any of the advertised offers at any time. Prices and details are correct at the time of send. Images are for illustration purposes only. *Part Exchange is available on selected development and plots only, and is subject to our standard terms and conditions. Part Exchange is not available with any other offer and can be withdrawn at any time. You will have a guaranteed buyer, as long as you fit the eligibility criteria. Full terms and conditions are available on our website https://stmodwenhomes.co.uk/terms-conditions/

Introducing Chesterfield Pet Crematorium

Words: Paul Chapman

Pets are often the most loved members of the house so when they pass away it’s a sad time for all the family. Chesterfield Pet Crematorium was established in March this year and is here to make this time as stress free as possible.

The idea behind the business has been kicking around in Richard Slack’s head since early 2015, Richard has partnered with neighbour Nick to set up the business.

“I used to own an industrial and commercial gas metering business and one of my customers provided crematorium services but not for pets, I thought about setting up a pet crematorium business, but the gas business was going really well and kept me fully occupied”, says Richard.

Roll on a few years and Richard’s gas business had grown to a point where he decided to sell it, now with time on his hands he started to investigate the pet crematorium idea more deeply. “I’d seen human crematoriums and how they worked and was aware of people offering pet services but there was nothing local to us.

“It’s important to us that the family pet is treated with the dignity it deserves and this is where we

think we set a high bar, we’re not a trail blazing new service, but we are one that really does care about what we do and the feedback we get.”

Before the Chesterfield Pet Crematorium was established most pets would have to go out of the county for cremation, Richard and Nick offer a service that collects your pet within 24 hours free of charge within 10 miles. “We text to say your pet is back on site and keep you updated with messages throughout the process and guarantee your pet gets their own cremation, then we return them to you in their own presentation urn or tribute box.

“We have a Farewell Room which is a place for reflection before people say their final goodbyes,” explains Richard.

Since starting the new business feedback has been fantastic (see Facebook and Google). Richard and Nick have also stepped in to help concerned owners, on one occasion, travelling out of the area to Scunthorpe to collect a pet. They’ve cremated turtles, snakes, rats, gerbils, rabbits, cats, dogs, a meerkat, a bearded dragon, parrots, the list goes on, and all with the personal service and attention to detail they deserve.

Services start from £75 for your companion, additional fees apply, and they have payment plans available to help you spread the cost should you wish to do so.

If you’re concerned about the green credentials of the service, the process they use if DEFRA approved technology that is a clean burn tech, and the whole end to end process is Government inspected to ensure they are operating correctly.

Make a note of the contacts for Chesterfield Pet Crematorium, and when you do need their services, you can be sure of your companion being treated with dignity.

Chesterfield Pet Crematorium Units 2E & F, Church View Clay Cross Chesterfield S45 9HA

T: 01246 914 111

Out of hours: 07817 468948

www.chesterfieldpetcrem.com

We know how di cult it is to say goodbye to your beloved pet, especially if they have been part of your family for a long time. We are dedicated to providing a personalised and caring service to all pets, big and small, ensuring you can mark their passing with the appropriate level of dignity and respect.

T: 01246 914 111

Out of hours: 07817 468948

www.chesterfieldpetcrem.com

Chesterfield Pet Crematorium Units 2E & F, Church View Clay Cross, Chesterfield S45 9HA

Chain Reaction

Text & Images: Paul Chapman

Over the last few months we've seen the old Debenhams store on Ravenside resurrected as M&S. As I type, and if I've got my facts right, the opening date is 29 November... I know my kids' friends are excited about the new part time job opportunities and rates of pay on offer, and who doesn't love the M&S Food Hall...

But, in conversations with independent business owners around town, some are concerned. Large retail stores bring people into town, people browse and use the independents located close by. Will people park outside the new store and stop visiting town? I hope not, only time will tell.

CHILDREN'S CLOTHING

The Baby Linen House wwww.nanabboutique.com

GIFTS (See Gift Guide)

Adorn Jewellery M's Accessories Libby's (Chatsworth Rd) Shop Indie Tallbird Records Vanishing Point Records Huckleberry Willow

TOILETRIES & CLEANING

Steph's Sustainable Stuff

CAFE

H&F Libby's (Chatsworth Rd) Pizza Pi Obyssey Bottle & Thyme

Cibo Bistro Kitchen Empire Coffee No 10 Tearoom Society Coffee Vintage Tea Rooms

WOMEN'S UNDERWEAR

Dotique (Chatsworth Rd)

MEN'S FASHION

Ingmans Cobblers

Zebra Menswear

Master Debonair (Chatsworth Rd) Oliholpho (Chatsworth Rd) Rebel Clothing

There is an alternative, but it takes each of us to make a conscious choice not to desert the town centre, but to continue supporting Chesterfield's Independent shops and businesses! This is our attempt to raise awareness and try and persuade you to keep up the support for the town.

Below and across I've suggested independent businesses that offer alternative products, you can also check out unhampered-chesterfield.co.uk for a great list of local independent businesses, it's a fab way to seek out some great places.

OK, I can't think of an alternative for buying school uniforms from an independent but otherwise we've pretty much got things covered!

Men’s Fashion Cafe

Children’s Underwear

Toiletries & Cleaning

Gifts

BREAD

Cheesefactor

Jacksons Bakers

Meadowfresh

FISH

Chesterfield Market

MEAT

Highfield House Farm Adam's Happy Hens Market Hall Stalls Meadowfresh

FLOWERS & PLANTS

Flower Girl Plants

Dunston Garden Centre JJs Flowers (Chatsworth Rd) Thanksabunch

SHOES & BOOTS

Blanc (Chatsworth Rd) Dotique (Chatsworth Rd) Ingmans

DRINKS

Brampton Brewery (Chatsworth Rd) Cheesfactor Ginspired

DAIRY & CHEESE

Cheesefactor

Mick Barrett Milkman

Mike Wildgoose Milkman

FRUIT & VEG

Ibbotsons (Market)

Highfield House Farm Adam's Happy Hens

CARDS

Libby's (Chatsworth Rd) M's Accessories Shop Indie Huckleberry Willow

WOMEN'S FASHION

Blanc (Chatsworth Rd)

Dava (Chatsworth Rd) Dotique (Chatsworth Rd) Oliholpho (Chatsworth Rd) She Fashion

Please consider the impact of not visiting your favourite cafe for six months, you may turn up one day and find it's no longer there.

It would also be great if parking restrictions could be reconsidered to allow people to move between Ravenside and the town centre without running the risk of fines. I've seen systems in place elsewhere that would allow for this and work well.

We've heard rumours of a business relocating to the old M&S store but if you fancy setting up a new business, the old space would make a great social food hall with multiple street food vendors, bars, social spaces and games for all ages.

Apologies to the shops and businesses we've missed, we're just trying to stimulate thought. There are hundreds of great independents in Chesterfield and it's not possible to get them all on these two pages!

If you have a business and want to be included in the magazine please get in touch for an advert and a listing on Unhampered.

Women’s Fashion

Shoes & Boots

Cards Flowers & Plants

Fruit & Veg

Meat

Fish

Dairy & Cheese

Drinks Bread

Meet Katya

Text & Images: Katya

Although we are all moved by the war in Ukraine, we experience it through the TV screen, not first hand, it seems far away. Katya (Kate) is a new resident to Chesterfield, arriving in February this year, she has been forced to flee her home and has made it across Europe to settle in our warm and friendly town. The words opposite tell her story and how grateful she is for the help she has received in Chesterfield. I've edited things slightly as Kate is still learning English, but I've tried to keep it pretty much as she wrote.

My life story changed dramatically in 2022, a fateful year for millions of Ukrainians. In February on the 24th, the worst event of my life happened.

It is impossible to collect all the words and thoughts when you leave your home, leave your loved ones, your animals and leave with one bag in obscurity. The war divided everything before and after. I lived in a prosperous country, well developed, extraordinarily beautiful, wonderful nature, wonderful kind people, Odessa in Ukraine was my home.

I had my favourite job, I worked in the beauty industry, familiar with the complicated colouring and haircutting techniques. I had a small salon to which I went every morning to make clients happy. It's taken me eight years to learn my trade, creating beautiful hair tones. I've learned something new every year and never stopped learning, I have nine diplomas and seminars in my hair studio

When the war started, my mother and I went to Romania, it was the closest state we could escape to. We were received by very kind people who helped us in any way they could, and we are very grateful for that. When we crossed the ferry thousands of people came with us, they had nothing but a bag or suitcase, volunteers met us and helped with food and clothes.

Later I found an article on Facebook saying that there was a program for helping Ukrainians in England and I simply wrote a Facebook post. Many kind people responded and wanted to help me to start a new life in England, this is how I met Staci Brown, the first and only person I knew when I came to England. She is a person with a capital letter and a very kind heart, she is now like a second mother to me, and I consider myself so lucky to have been welcomed to her house. She helped me with all the documents, housing, and clothes. Sadly, my mother could not come with me, she had to go back to Odessa, as her mother is very sick and cannot walk, she needs help and care.

I am so grateful to Staci, I remember how she and her friends organised my birthday party. I can't tell you how happy I was at that moment.

I was away from home, but I could feel all the support from my English friends, so my first birthday in England was very memorable and great fun.

Staci introduced me to the owner of a salon, Jimmy Flaxman, from Carlton's Hair Studio at 40 Glumangate. I became self-employed and this is where I now work, in this wonderful salon. I ask that, if you can, perhaps you could support me and sign up for any hair service, I promise you will be absolutely delighted.

Jimmy continues to help me, and I am amazed at how helpful and kind people are in England. My clients are girls from Ukraine and their babies, as I do children's haircuts too, but enjoy cutting and styling hair for the local ladies.

I have been learning English since day one, I spend all my time learning, attend Chesterfield College, and study with an online teacher on the phone. Of course, sometimes it is difficult, but I think we can overcome any difficulties.

I have come a long way in changing my life and I hope it will continue to change for the better, I have great support at the salon. The team helps me with everything and do all they can to make me feel good.

Away from work, I love animals very much and as a child I was not allowed to have a dog, so I always dreamed of having a dog as an adult and had three of them, but they had to stay behind in Odessa, and it breaks my heart.

In Ukraine I enjoyed going to the gym and loved sports, I now go to the gym in Chesterfield, and it helps me feel as though I am getting back to my roots.

I arrived in Chesterfield six months ago and during this time, I have made English friends, found a job I love, and I really like our small town of Chesterfield.

I hope the world will be a kinder place and the war will be over soon. " Katya.

Carltons Hair Studio

40 Glumangate S40 1TX 01246 200866

Why not visit our offices in Chesterfield, or contact me directly on 01246 959 977 for a no obligation meeting.

Or if you prefer, find out more online www.sovereign-chesterfield.co.uk

Books & Videogames

Novelisations and Discussions: Jack Jerram introduces us to the relationship between videogames and books. Part 1: NieR: Automata ‘Long Story Short’

Words: Jack Jerram

Images: Jack Jerram & Adobe Stock

Ihave always been interested in the stories people create, whether that be: poems, music, art, novels or video games; each one telling a different tale with a different meaning. In fact, I have been known to write a story or two myself, in terms of articles, but my greatest passions are reading and gaming which, I believe, tell the most unique stories of them all! This is perhaps because books can create focused linear narratives whilst video games make decision-based ones. Alongside each other, both give access to two completely different ways of experiencing the same narrative.

Research has shown that a book inspired by a story within a video game, appears to stunt its success; people seem less inclined to read stories relating to games rather than books in their own right; maybe they are seen as inferior. Whatever the case, I want to change this perception! My aim, over the next two issues, is to explore the value of video game narratives or narratives inspired by video games with you good reader! Ultimately, I hope to create an online reading group to discuss personal thoughts and feeling about gaming novels.

'NieR: Automata' is a story which takes place ten thousand years into an apocalyptic future. Two sentient androids, named 9S and 2B, are fighting a proxy war to protect the remnants of humanity from an alien threat of invading machines. Lacking both distinguishable features and true names, 9S and 2B must continue to fight whilst also learning what it means to be alive.

The story of NieR: Automata happens to be one of my favourite games as well as one of my favourite gaming novels. The narrative offers classical science fiction elements alongside other genres such as fantasy and mystery whilst presenting easily digestible posthumanism philosophical questions that interested me enough to research these concepts afterwards. For instance, I learnt that posthumanism is the idea that humanity can be transformed, transcended, or eliminated either by technological advances or the evolutionary process. I’ll leave out how this concept links to the plot as this would spoil the fun but hopefully, I’ve intrigued you!

Additionally, in NieR: Automata, certain androids and machines have names and theories which relate to famous philosophers, creating another layer of interest to me as a player and reader. The Supply Trader, for example, plays a minor role in both the game and novel but serves to introduce the player/reader to the Theseus Paradox: a thought experiment that raises the question of whether an object (or android in this case) which has had all of its components replaced, remains fundamentally the same object? There are many examples like this in the story, so if you’re curious about philosophy or science fiction, I would recommend the novel to you.

Overall, my rating for NieR: Automata: Long Story Short, is 10/10. This brilliant novel of science fiction emerged from the popular game of its namesake and whilst the reader experiences the plot on a linear level and the player experiences it as a non-chronological participant, both have the bonus of exploring philosophy with an extra sprinkling of other genres to boot. Gaming narratives serve to bridge the connection between games and novels and if you need further convincing, look out for my next article with further recommendations!

Be a Star Support Independents This Christmas

Businesses of Chesterfield have teamed up to spread the message about the wonderful range of independents and encourage locals to support them this Christmas with their 'Be a Star and Support Independents' campaign.

After a generous donation of second-hand star lanterns from fellow Chesterfield-based business, Paper Starlights, the Independent Chesterfield group have distributed these to around 80 businesses across the town centre who are displaying them in their windows.

By shopping at or using the services of businesses displaying these stars, customers know that they are supporting their independents and putting money directly into the local economy. Chesterfield is blessed with a wide variety of independent businesses including shops, hairdressers, market traders, cafes and more, and they need the support of the local community to ensure that the town centre and beyond remains vibrant and continues to grow.

Lisa from Shop Indie said “I don’t think the people of Chesterfield realise how many amazing independent businesses there are on their doorstep. People come into the shop every week who have just found us and never shopped with us before. This is why we are trying to use the stars

to raise the profile of Chesterfield as a wonderful place to shop and eat.”

“Christmas is a time for joy and hope,” says Laura Jo at Adorn Jewellers. “By choosing independent businesses this year you’ll help to keep Chesterfield a vibrant town and bring happiness to our small business community.”

The stars will be on display until Christmas. Get involved on social media and tag your favourite local independents on Instagram and Facebook @independentchesterfield or with #independentchesterfield.

100 Years

Chesterfield Rotary Celebrates 100

Years at Sparkling Event

Words & Images: Paul Davis

Chesterfield Rotary celebrated its 100th anniversary since its formation in November 1922 with a glittering celebration at the Technique Stadium on Friday 23rd September. The event had a 1920s theme and guests arrived attired in suitably flamboyant dress appropriate to the period.

The 100 guests included club members, families, friends, the Mayor and Mayoress, members of other Rotary clubs, and representatives from charities and community groups whom the club has worked with during the last year. Having had a great meal, That Old Swing Thing played some jazz, and there was some spectacular dancing!

Chesterfield Rotary has a proud record of service over ten decades, helping servicemen and their families during World War II, helping families following pit disasters, supporting many causes, running projects to help people young and old, and raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for good causes locally and internationally.

Recently the club formed a new “Satellite” group of younger members, meeting less regularly, and focusing more on projects to help others, while also enjoying a programme of great social activities.

Club President Paul Davies said, "For those of us who have only been members for a few years it is humbling to think of all the years of service provided by many others over the last century. We are proud to be carrying forward a great tradition whilst, at the same time, making the club an exciting and enjoyable experience for new and younger members."

Ingrid Stopher, who is Chair of the Satellite club added, "In the coming year we will continue to support many good causes. We will also be building links with local businesses to grow our profile. We’ll be working with schools, with carers’ groups, on environmental projects and supporting local groups who are helping local people in need during the current cost of living crisis. And we’ll have some great social events to join in with too."

This year marks an exciting new start for the Rotary Club of Chesterfield with the merging of the two clubs to become a vibrant new Club going forward. If you want to find out more about Chesterfield Rotary, they meet monthly on the third Wednesday of the month at 5.30pm.

Contacts:

Ingrid Stopher 07860 636500 stopher599@btinternet.com

Books For Christmas

Both with a local connection

Chesterfield's Remarkable Women

Chesterfield's Remarkable Women

By Janet Murphy

Who wrote, 'the only way out for the working class is through proletarian revolution and the overthrow of capitalism.'?

'Chesterfield's Remarkable Women' is a compelling story of the lives of over 50 women trailblazers, pioneers, and reformers, all with connections to Chesterfield.

Spanning five centuries, this fascinating and inspiring book explores the achievements of amazing women who were influencers and ground breakers, not only locally, but also on the national and international arena.

Written by local author and historian, Janet Murphy and published by Saltergate based, Bannister Publications it is available from them, either over the counter or online, or from Chesterfield Visitor Centre, and Chesterfield Waterstones.

Priced at £8.50 all proceeds from sales go directly to Ashgate Hosppicecare.

Twelve Days to Save Christmas

By Elizabeth Neep

Elizabeth, who was born in Chesterfield, released her latest heart-warming and feel-good festive romantic comedy in the Autumn of 2021. The author who edits non-fiction for a living, loves to write and paint in her spare time of which Twelve Days to Save Christmas is her fourth romantic comedy novel to be published by Bookouture.

'Twelve Days to Save Christmas' is available from all the major book online retailers.

Reviews for 'Twelve Days to Save Christmas' said, 'a great romantic holiday feel-good book!', 'this book was everything and more!!', and 'this is one of the best and funniest Christmas books I've read in a long time.'

Chesterfield's Remarkable Women Janet Murphy

Janet Murphy

SNAPP-IT:

Wearable tech helping to improve young people’s mental health and wellbeing.

Words & Images: SNAPP-IT

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the health and wellbeing of everyone – including young people.

Derbyshire County Council have provided funding to the SNAPP-IT innovative mental health project aiming to support young people across 50 Derbyshire schools and colleges.

The £75,000 has been provided to Snapp-it, a self-harm and suicide prevention organisation, to offer mental health support for 15 to 19-year-olds dealing with pressures of exams and life events.

This will be through a range of channels including face-to-face sessions as well as personalised tech including wristbands and smart cards.

Snapp-it offers help through an online digital platform designed to encourage young people to reach out and seek help before getting to a crisis point.

Discreetly wearable devices allow instant 24/7 access to a wide range of health and wellbeing resources including guided self-help and professional support services.

Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing, Councillor Carol Hart said: “Mental health and emotional wellbeing remain a key priority for us.

“Evidence is showing that half of all adult mental health problems start in teenage years – and sometimes even younger.

“So innovative projects such as this aim to offer different ways for young people to find the support that we need.”

WANTED: Schoolreaders

Children’s literacy charity Schoolreaders is looking for more volunteers who can help spread the joy of reading to children in Derbyshire primary schools – especially around Chesterfield.

A recent survey of young people by the National Literacy Trust (NLT) revealed that reading

Snapp-it will deliver face-to-face sessions to pupils that look at the importance of mental health and wellbeing. They will also provide relevant information around the services available to young people.

Young people will also be provided, for free, an option of different personalised devices including wristbands and lanyards. Each device has scannable QR codes that offer instant, 24/7 access to the Snapp-it smart health app.

The app offers local and national, local authority and commissioned mental health support information.

Jason Cotton and Hayley Oxer, Co-directors of Snapp-it said: “With so many great challenges that young people face today, it’s important now, more so than ever, that we are bold in our approach, improving through innovation, becoming smart in our delivery of health and wellbeing support.

“We wish to see the young people of our community reach their fullest potential, resilient to life’s challenges, to feel positive, self-aware, and empowered to thrive.

“We are delighted and thankful for this incredible opportunity.”

enjoyment had reached a 15 year low, rallying slightly in the pandemic before declining again by 2022, especially amongst those from disadvantaged backgrounds and amongst boys. Furthermore, the Annual Literacy survey found that fewer than 1 in 2 children aged 8 to 18 enjoyed reading with only 28% reading daily.

Schoolreaders is looking for volunteers of all ages – from students to retirees - who can listen to children read in a local primary school, especially at those schools where children require support the most. Volunteers are asked to listen to children read once a week during term time.

To find out more visit Schoolreaders.org

snappitderbyshire

Three New Rooms Chesterfield Escape Rooms

Due to the local support, Chesterfield Escape rooms are introducing some fab new games!

For all the family (and adults too) 'Sausage Surprise' opened on 1 Dec. Chesterfield is one of the most land locked towns in the UK, and Chesterfield Escape Rooms have brought the seaside to town. Set at the beach, Mr Punch is cooking Mrs Punch her favourite dish for her birthday, sausages, but along comes the crocodile and steals them all. It's your job to try and find more sausages for Mrs Punch and save her

birthday from being a complete disaster. It's a comedy game not too be missed.

Their Christmas Game, When Santa got stuck up the Chimney will be available until 31st Dec.

New Games for January will include Eerie Motel, based on a jewel thief stashing America's largest diamond somewhere in a Route 66 hotel.

An Hour To Kill - Ruby Rose has killed her previous nine husbands, can you save her latest boyfriend from being the Diva's 10th victim?

The Big Hangover - you awake in a police cell after a heavy night, and you can't remember much! Why are you there? You must free your team and find the missing bride/groom within the hour!

Rock Choir

Rock Choir is rocking Chesterfield! Led by local musician Tom Rigby we have two choirs in Chesterfield (Whittington Moor Methodist Church on Monday and St John's Walton on Wednesday), one in Matlock, and others locally. If you love to sing and want something a bit of fun and different, then Rock Choir is for you. We are all about bringing people together to have a sing and a smile. Rock Choir is recognised as the first of its kind to offer a no-audition and no-requirement-toread-music choir experience in the UK and invites anyone with any level of musical experience to join. It attracts everyone who loves to sing pop and contemporary songs. From Whitney Housten to Robbie Williams, Queen to Ed Sheeran, Eurythmics to Michael Bublé we have it all!

Rock Choir is the UK’s leading contemporary choir experience offering local weekly rehearsals, performances, and life-affirming events.

Rock Choir was created by singer and musician, Caroline Redman Lusher and remains a familyrun organisation originating in Farnham, Surrey in 2005. She initiated a brand new, accessible, and glamorous approach to contemporary community singing which grew quickly and dramatically from humble beginnings into what it is today.

With local weekly rehearsals, social events, extra workshops, weekends abroad, performances and national events, a member can choose as much or as little as they like.

New members may decide to wait until they are confident to perform whilst others throw themselves into the Rock Choir Experience and fill their diaries with performances and social events. It’s all about singing, fun, your local community, friendship, and life-changing experiences!

www.rockchoir.com

'What's On' events in S40 Local and S41 Local are delivered free to 14,500 homes. If you have an event to list, please just drop us an email to Paul: paul@s40local.co.uk

NOVEMBER

Sat 26: Santa Trip Boats

Chesterfield Canal Trust will be running their annual trip boats. John Varley ll will be running from Tapton Lock on 26 & 27 Nov, 3 & 4, 10 & 11, 17 & 18, and 22 & 23 Dec. Trips from 10am to 3pm. To book visit chesterfield-canal-trust.org.uk

DECEMBER

Fri 2: Christmas Market @Brookfield Community School

Admission £2. Independent local gift stalls, Christmas carols, raffle, festive refreshments and much more. See advert on page 56.

Fri 2: Monkey Park Psychic Evening Includes pie and mash supper, £22 per ticket. Book by FB @MonkeyParkCIC or call in to the cafe. monkeypark.org.uk/ whats-on

Sat 3 to Mon 19: Santa's Grotto

The Three Merry Lads @Cutthorpe. Tickets £8, bookings throughout the day. Tel 07746 952455 to book. See advert on page 21 for details.

Sun 4: Christingle Service

9:30am at St Peter & St Paul's Church at Old Brampton S42 7JG. A warm welcome for everyone at this traditional Christingle service for all the family. With candles in oranges, raising funds for the Children's Society. Refreshments afterwards in the Schoolroom.

Sun 4: Second Sunday In Advent

The Gospel Mission Congregational Church, Old Rd. Brampton 10:45am. John Gascoyne from Chesterfield's Crooked Spire will be leading worship.

Sun 4: Vegan Market 10am to 4pm in Chesterfield Market Place.

Sun 4: Christingle 4pm@St John’s Church Walton.

Mon 5: Chesterfield RSPB Lecture – The Ascent of Birds Prof John Reilly. 7:15pm @St Thomas’ Centre, Chatsworth Road, S40 3AW. Admission members £4; non-members £5. Refreshments. T: 01246 201663.

Tue 6: Christingle Services 6pm at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way S40 4NF.

Wed 7: Chesterfield RSPB Walk Carsington 10am meet. T: 01246 201663 for details.

Wed 7: Christingle Service 6pm at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way S40 4NF.

Thu 8 Dec to Tue 3 Jan: Sleeping Beauty

Chesterfield's Panto at the Winding Wheel Theatre. Tickets from £18. Chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Thu 8 & Fri 9 Dec: Shine A Light @Barrow Hill Roundhouse

Tickets: £9, Children £6, under 14’s free. See www.barrowhill.org

Thu 8 to Sat 24: The Festive Spirit at Revolution House Decorated for a 17th Century Christmas with displays of greenery, a kissing bough, and colourful flower arrangements. 11am to 3pm. Revolution House, Whittington.

Thu 8 to Sat 10: Nativity Festival

Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. Open each day from 10am to 3pm. Free entry; all are welcome. Wheelchair accessible.

Thu 8: Carol Concert at Revolution House 6.30pm with Holymoorside Brass Band. Revolution House, Whittington.

Thu 8: Tree for Old Road

The Ashover Brass Band will celebrate the lead into Christmas at The Gospel Mission, Old Rd. Brampton near to Serpent Motors. Well-loved carols, the lighting of the Christmas Tree and afterwards tea, coffee, juice and mince pies etc. 7:15pm. All ages are welcome and it is rumoured that Santa Claus might just be out that night giving gifts to all children present!

Fri 9 To Sun 11: Christmas Tree Festival

@Christ Church behind The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Call 01246 209433 for more info

Fri 9: Unhampered Christmas Competition

Closing Date - To enter see page 32.

Fri 9: Iguanas and Jungle Runners

Performing their Christmas Showcase

@5:30pm, The Rose Theatre, Chesterfield S40 1LW. A relaxed & informal opportunity to see what they've been doing this term! Free but they will have the Christmas bucket at hand! pomytheatre.co.uk

Fri 9: Christmas Concert

Holymoorside Brass Band. 7:30pm @St Thomas' Church, Chatsworth Road. Tickets £7 from 07875 283131 or e: enquiries@ holymoorsideband.co.uk

Sat 10: Santa’s Grotto

10am to 4pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Free entry. Call 01246 209433 for more info

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Sat 10: Monkey Park Carols & Mulled Wine

Carols, and mulled wine in the park with Monkey Park. Free to attend although any donations to Monkey Park ark are gratefully received. Mulled wine and cider, and mince pies will be available to purchase in the cafe. monkeypark.org.uk/whats-on

Sat 10: Lunchtime Sing Matlock Farm Park Midday with Honey Belles Ladies Choir.

Sat 10: Christmas Concert 7pm at St Johns Church Walton. With the Honey Belles Ladies Choir. Tickets £10 from any choir member including mince pie and drinks. For details contact honeybelleschoir@gmail.com

Sat 10: Christmas Concert Holymoorside Choral Society MD Andrew Marples, with special guests Dronfield Handbell Ringers. Tickets £10 inc. Festive refreshments available from choir members. 7:30pm @ All Saints Wingerworth, S42 3PU. T: 07821 725200 or E: info@holymoorsidechoral.co.uk

Sun 11: Christmas Carol Service 10:30am @Storrs Road Methodist Church. Everyone welcome.

Sun 11: Chesterfield Record Fair 9am to 3pm in the Market Place, Chesterfield. See facebook @aarecordfairs

Sun 11: The Gospel Mission's 116th Church Anniversary ‘As Time Goes By’ celebrated on the 3rd Sunday in Advent. 10:45am. The Gospel Mission Congregational Church is near Serpent Motors on Old Rd, Brampton. All ages are welcome and children will be able to take part in Christmas Colouring and take-home gifts.

Sun 11: Carol’s By Candlelight

4 to 5pm @Christ Church behind The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Call 01246 209433 for more info

Sun 11: Community Carol Service 4pm at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way S40 4NF.

Sun 11: Lessons & Carols 4pm @St Peter’s Church Holymoorside.

Mon 12: NEDIAS Seasonal Meeting Mince pies & a light-hearted look at “How come the Arkwrights became so rich?” By Cliff Lea. 7:30pm @St Thomas Centre. T: 01246 234212. All welcome, nonmembers £3.

Thu 15: Xmas Walk

10:30am @Holmebrook Valley Park S41 8XP meet by café wearing your best Santa hat, stay for a warming cuppa afterwards (Note: walk is weather permitting).

Fri 16: Xmas Buggy Walk 10:30am @Queens park meet outside sports centre reception Dress up your little elf or Santa and decorate their buggy!

Fri 16: The Everly Pregnant Brothers Xmas The Leadmill, Sheffield. www.leadmill.co.uk

Sat 17: Chesterfield RSPB Field TripPotteric Carr YWT Reserve 10am meet. T: 01246 201663 for details.

Sat 17: Carol Singing 11am at Loundsley Green Shops. Run by Loundsley Green Church. Donations to Ashgate Hospice.

Sat 17: The Houghton Weavers Buxton Opera House.

Sun 18: Nativity Service 9:30am @St Peter’s Church Holymoorside.

Sun 18: Artisan Market

New Square Chesterfield 10am start. See themarketco.co.uk for details.

Sun 18: Service led by Children & Young People

10:30am @Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. All welcome, wheelchair accessible.

Sun 18: A Pop-Up Nativity

Led by Rev Tracey Harris. 10:30am @ Storrs Road Methodist Church. All welcome.

Sun 18: Carols by Candlelight

6pm @St John’s Church Walton

Sun 18: Carol Service

6pm @ Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. All welcome; wheelchair accessible.

Sun 18: Around The World At Christmas

The Gospel Mission’s Annual Carol Service 6 to 6:45pm. All ages welcome. Children and adults can join in the story if they wish and well-loved carols will be sung by all. Refreshments after. The Gospel Mission Congregational Church near Serpent Motors on Old Rd, Brampton.

18 Dec: Candlelit Carol Service

Christmas at St Peter & St Paul's Church at Old Brampton. 7pm, a warm welcome for everyone.

Tue 20: Hatchlings Presents-Run Run Rudolph!

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is lost! Can you help him get back to Santa in time to help deliver the presents on Christmas eve? A festive, interactive storytelling performance aimed at ages 2-7, but suitable for the whole family! 4:30pm @Studio Theatre, Chesterfield College. To book tickets see: bit.ly/Gekkota2

Twisted Spire Yoga

CLASSES

Holymoorside Village Hall

Holymoor Rd, S42 7DX

Monday Evening 6pm to 7:30pm

DECEMBER

Tue 20: Gekkota Christmas Cracker 2 A Comedy Improvaganza 7pm @Studio Theatre, Chesterfield College. To book tickets see: bit.ly/Gekkota1

Wed 21: Xmas In The Garden

10:30am A festive walk from Hunloke Community Garden S40 2TF, wear your best Santa hat, stay for a mince pie (Note: walk is weather permitting).

Fri 23: Carols at Lunchtime

12:15 to 12:45pm @Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. All welcome; wheelchair accessible.

Christmas Eve: Nativity Service Christmas Eve: Nativity Service

Christmas at St Peter & St Paul's Church at Old Brampton. For all the family, 4pm, a warm welcome for everyone.

Christmas Eve: Crib Service 4pm @St John’s Church Walton.

Christmas Eve: Christingle Service For children & families. All welcome. Central Methodist Church, Saltergate @4pm.

Christmas Eve: Christmas Communion 11:15pm @St John’s Church Walton.

Christmas Eve: Christmas Communion 11:30pm @Central Methodist Church. All welcome; wheelchair accessible.

Christmas Eve: Midnight Mass 11:30pm @St Peter’s Church Holymoorside.

Christmas Eve: Candlelit Midnight Mass Christmas at St Peter & St Paul's Church at Old Brampton. 11:30pm, a warm welcome for everyone.

Fun & Friendly Hatha Yoga Classes in Chesterfield with Fully Qualified, Experienced & Insured Teacher.

Friend’s Meeting House

Ashgate Road, S40 4AG

Tuesday Evening 5:30pm to 7 pm Thursday Morning 10am to 11:30am Thursday Evening 6pm to 7:30pm

Christmas Day Service

Christmas at St Peter & St Paul's Church at Old Brampton. 10am, a warm welcome for everyone.

Christmas Day: All Age Celebration

For all ages. 10am @Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. All welcome; wheelchair accessible.

Christmas Day: Christmas Day Service 10am @St John’s Church Walton.

Christmas Day: Christmas Holy Communion 10am at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way S40 4NF.

Christmas Day: Celebrate Christmas Morning 10:30am @Storrs Road Methodist Church.

JANUARY

Sun 8: A New Year Viennese Gala Concert Sheffield Symphony Orchestra. The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Sun 15: NT Live - The Seagull (12A)

The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Fri 20: Kula Shaker

The Leadmill, Sheffield. www.leadmill.co.uk

Tue 24: The Delgados

The Leadmill, Sheffield. www.leadmill.co.uk

Tue 24 to Sat 28: Blood Brothers

The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Sun 29: Jen Brister

The Leadmill, Sheffield. www.leadmill.co.uk

FEBRUARY

Sat Feb 4: Kid Kapichi

The Leadmill, Sheffield. www.leadmill.co.uk

Sat 11 Feb: Madama Butterfly

Presented by Ukrainian National Opera. The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Thu 16: Menopause the Musical 2

Mary Byrne (X Factor), Annabel Giles (TV Personality), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty). The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Fri 17: Barry Steele and Friends - The Roy Orbison Story

The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Fri 24: An Evening with Henry Blofeld

The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

MARCH

Fri 3: Showaddywaddy

The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Sat 4: Dayglow

The Foundry, Sheffield. www.foundrysu.com

Tue 7 to Sat 11 Mar: Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story

This sensational multi- award winning West End show. The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Thu 9: Mike Wozniak

The Leadmill, Sheffield. www.leadmill.co.uk

Fri 17: Henning Wehn - It'll All Come Out in the Wash

The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. www.chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

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Dave West BSc (Hons), P.G.C.E, BWY Yoga Teaching Diploma.

MONDAY

PILATES GROUP: 9:15 to 10:15am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Also Tue from 6 to 7pm & 7:15 to 8:15pm, & Wed from 9:30 to 10:30am. Call Judy to book: 07779 266057.

MEN’S SNOOKER: Friendly group of men, over 60, meet weekly & are looking for others to join us. 9:30 to 11:30am at Newbold Working Men’s Club, Thirlmere Road, Newbold. T: 01246 232169.

SILVER SOCIAL: Come and have a chat, a drink, a snack and join in the quiz. Over 50s welcome. No cost - but donations appreciated. An accessible event. 10am to midday at Monkey Park, Chester Street, Brampton. See www.monkeypark.org.uk

READING GROUP: 10:30am for an hour in The Hub, Low Pavement, Chesterfield. We read short stories and poetry, all materials provided free. james@dva.org.uk or 07743 514934.

ZUMBA GOLD/TONING: 11am to midday @The Parish Centre Stonegravels, also Fri. Pre-book only call Teresa 07740 202042.

GAMES SOCIETY: 7 to 10pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Also every 2nd and 4th Wed 7 to 10pm Call 01246 209433 for more info.

CHESTERFIELD YOGA STUDIO: Face to Face class at Swanwick Memorial Hall, Old Whittington S41 9JZ. 7:15 to 8:45pm. £7.50 - £8.50. Details Chesterfieldyogastudio.co.uk

MINERVA WOMEN’S CHORUS: Enquiries warmly welcomed from singers with some experience. 7.30pm at St. John’s Church, Walton to rehearse unaccompanied songs for fun and performance. We’d love to meet you! minervachorus.co.uk

STAVELEY & DISTRICT CHURCHES UNITED CHOIR: A mixed voice choir of 30 members. Rehearsals 7:30 to 9pm at Brimington Common Methodist Chapel, Manor Road, Brimington Common S43 1NU. Julie Hunt: 01246 238143.

HOLYMOORSIDE BAND: Rehearsals in Holymoorside URC church on Mondays and Fridays from 8 to 9:30pm. Vacancies throughout the band and we have instruments available. Contact Andy Booker for more detail on 07875 283131 or email: andybooker31@icloud.com

TUESDAY

COMMUNITY COFFEE MORNING: @Storrs Road Methodist Church Centre. 9am to midday, excludes 1st Tuesday. Starts 8 Nov onwards. A Warm Space with free refreshments, all are welcome.

ZUMBA GOLD: Low impact exercise to music. Suitable for older exercisers. Tuesday and Thursday, 10am and 11am both days. Chester Street Club. For details call Jen on 07757 726239.

THE CUTTHORPE ART GROUP: Weekly meetings 10am to 12 noon @Cutthorpe Village Hall. Come along & enjoy a relaxing morning. Call Wendy 07305 461604.

HOLME HALL LET'S WALK TOGETHER! Friendly group walks lasting 30 to 60 mins at a gentle pace, followed by a chat and a drink. Fortnightly from 27 Sep. Meet 10:30am @Holme Hall Community Hub at 41 Mercaston Close S40 4UE. T: 01246 498080 or mail@holmehallunite.co.uk

HOLY COMMUNION SAID: 9:30am Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way.

TAI CHI CLASS: CLASS: 10:30 to 11:45am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. £2 per week. Call Veronica to book: 01246 237526.

KEEP FIT CLASS FOR MATURE MOVERS: 2 to 3pm @ Rosehill Church Hall Chesterfield Studios, Soresby St. Ideal for leading a more active lifestyle in a friendly group whilst exercising to music. T: Debbie 07413 068092.

THOM’S BLOKES: A monthly meeting for men on the third Tuesday of each month, at St Thomas’ Church Centre, Chatsworth Rd. Talks, outings, fun & friendship. All are welcome. For info call Robin Dawson 01246 550445 or Tony Witham 01246 206820.

TEA AND TOAST TUESDAYS: Holy Trinity Church Newbold, Road. 9 to midday. Everyone welcome. No charge. Come and join us for refreshment and friendship. Call Rev. Jilly Hancock 01246 465656. PILATES: Holymoorside Class. 3pm at Holymoorside Village Hall, Holymoor Road S42 7DX. T: 07570 456642, E: tayloredpilates@gmail. com FB: @tayloredpilates23

CHESTERFIELD GARLAND DANCERS: Methodist Church Hall, Jawbones Hill, Derby Road, S40 2TN from 7:30 to 9:30pm. E: enquiry@ chesterfieldgarland.org.uk

WEST STUDIOS LIFE DRAWING: Classes with John King. First Tuesday of the month. See weststudios. co.uk FB & IG: WestS41

CHESTERFIELD PHILATELIC SOCIETY: Stonegravels Parish Centre, Sheffield Road, Chesterfield. Meet Tuesday afternoons. E: hallett965@btinternet.com T: 01246 229633.

WEDNESDAY

LOUNDSLEY GREEN CHURCH COMMUNITY: Every Wednesday between 10am and 12:30pm. A warm, free space to all with tea / coffee & biscuits etc. WALKING GROUP: 10:15am meet in Chesterfield to catch a bus to start the walk. Call Veronica to book 01246 237526 or E: vonhage2@gmail.com

HUNLOKE GARDENS WALK WITH US GROUP: Come and enjoy this hidden gem on short walk at 10:30am. Refreshments & purchase fresh produce. The cabins at Hunloke Community Gardens, Church St South S40 2TF. For info 01246 345669 or tina. hensey@chesterfield.gov.uk

MONKEY PARK STAY & PLAY: 10:30am to 11:30am Stay and play for under 5s and their grown-ups. Just a £1 donation. Monkey Park, Chester Street. monkeypark.org.uk

ROCK CHOIR: St. John’s Walton, 11am and Whittington Moor Methodist Church, Mondays 7:30pm. www.rockchoir.co.uk

STAY & PLAY: For children and parents - babies up to 5 years old. Term time only. 1:30 to 3pm at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way.

HOLYMOORSIDE CRAFT GROUP: An informal and friendly group meeting every week in the Village Hall, Committee room 2 to 4pm. All welcome. Details from Cynthia on 01246 569103

BRAMPTON LADIES CLUB: Brampton Ladies Club meet at Storrs Road Methodist Church, Storrs Road. New members welcome. Talks, demonstrations, social activities, quizzes & special events. 2 to 4pm term time. T: 01246 566435.

LAURA CLOWES SCHOOL OF DANCING: The Parish Centre Stonegravels 5 to 8pm & Sat 9am to 3pm. Call Laura to book 07714 223722.

HOBBY TALK FORTNIGHTLY MEN’S GROUP: We try a different hobby at each meeting to help improve mental health & wellbeing. Meet 7:30 to 9:30pm at Chesterfield FC Football Stadium. E: hthobbytalk@gmail.com

BLOW THE COBWEBS AWAY: Recorder group - all abilities welcome. 7:30pm St Leonard's Mission, Spital. T: 01246 563224.

MONKEY PARK: SPIREWRITES: First Wednesday of the month, Spirewrites poetry club in the cafe, 7:30pm. Monkey Park, Chester Street. monkeypark.org.uk

FREEVOICES COMMUNITY CHOIR: The Friends Meeting House, 27 Ashgate Road. 7:30 to 9:15pm. £4 per session. Term time only. Contact free.voices@yahoo.co.uk or T: 01246 237937.

HONEY BELLES LADIES CHOIR: Now meeting Wednesday evenings at St John’s Church, Walton Back Lane 8pm. Available for events. Contact honeybelleschoir@gmail.com

THURSDAY

ROBINSONS BOWLING CLUB: Enquiries welcome. Contact Marilyn Blackwell on 01246 270039 or marilyn@blackwell1.plus.com FB: @Robinson Bowls Club.

THE PILATES STUDIO CHESTERFIELD: STUDIO Classes 9 to 9:50am, 10 to 10:50am & 11 to 11:50am at West Studios, Sheffield Road Chesterfield S41 7LL. T: 0789 1090746 E: rachel@ thepilatesstudiochesterfield.co.uk

ART GROUP: 9:30 to 11:30am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. No instructor. £3 per week, tea coffee & biscuits. T: 01246 209433.

CHESTERFIELD MORNING TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD: 10am to midday @ Market Hall Meeting Rooms. Speakers, lunch club, quizzes, excursions. Friendly welcome to new members. T: 01246 207496

COSY CUBS: BABY & TODDLER GROUP: Messy play, rhymes, story time, friends, toys & refreshments. 10 to 11am @Umbrellas Cosy Hub, Burns Close, Chesterfield S40 2SW. (Term time only).

CENTRAL METHODIST CHURCH TODDLER GROUP: 10 to 11:30am, Babies, pre-school Toddlers, Mums, Dads, Grand-parents or carers. Varied activities: snacks, toys, craft tables, singing. 01246 690005 or dnemethodists.org.uk Term time only.

HOLMEBROOK VALLEY PARK WALK WITH US GROUP: 10:30am for a 45 to 60 min walk which includes open water, woodlands and hay meadows. Meet by the cafe (top car park) Holmebrook Valley Park, Watermeadow Lane, S41 8XP. T: 01246 345669 or E: tina.hensey@chesterfield.gov.uk

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PILATES: Walton Class. 10:30am at The Village Hall, Walton Back Lane, S42 7LT. Contact Tamara on 07570 456642, E: tayloredpilates@gmail.com FB: @tayloredpilates23

BADMINTON GROUP: 1 to 3pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Contact Bernard for info and to book E: bernardandjean@hotmail.co.uk

MONKEY PARK BOOK CLUB: First Thursday of the month, book club, 1pm. Monkey Park, Chester Street. monkeypark.org.uk

MONKEY PARK CRAFT CLUB: Every Thursday, craft club crochet and knitters welcome, 2pm. Monkey Park, Chester Street. monkeypark.org.uk

DOWN MEMORY LANE: A social singing activity for people living with dementia and their carers. 2 to 4pm on 2nd Thursday of the month at St. John’s church Walton in the main hall.

AFTERNOON WHIST: 2pm @ Holymoorside Village Hall run by Don Cooper. £2.50 per person. All welcome. T: 01246 568204

YOGA CLASS: 6 to 7:15pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Contact Helen to book E: helenapol@ hotmail.com

CHESTERFIELD EMBROIDERERS: 1st Thu (except August) at 7pm in the Saints Parish Centre. Open to all people with a love of everything textile related. E: chesterfieldembroiderers@gmail.com

HOLYMOORSIDE CHORAL SOCIETY: Friendly choir meets in Holymoorside URC 7:30 to 9:30pm. MD Andrew Marples. Enquiries from new singers always welcome. No audition. To arrange a visit call Sue 07989 305577 Info: www.holymoorsidechoral. co.uk

OPEN FOLK NIGHT: Hosted by Brampton Community Band. Third Thursday of the month 7:30 to 9:30pm @ Victoria Inn, Victoria Street. T: 07971400219.

ICHTHUS CANOE CLUB CHESTERFIELD: Outdoor evening programme, sessions at Matlock Bath, Chesterfield Canal or Walton Dam. Monthly Saturday even pool sessions at Sharley Park. E: canoejmc@gmail.com or ichthuscanoeclub.co.uk

PILATES PILATES: Improvers level. Walton St John's Church @7:45pm. Contact Clare: 07990 771155.

CHESTERFIELD JAZZ CLUB: Third Thursday of the month. Olde House, Loundsley Green Rd S40 4RN. Tickets: Visitor Info Centre, Rykneld Way; Parsons & Dunn, Chatsworth Rd; online bit.ly/cfieldjazz Call 07764 587258 for info.

FRIDAY

ZUMBA GOLD: Perfect for active older adults. Stay active, meet new people, have a coffee and some fun! 10:30am @ St Thomas' Centre. £5, please book first class. Call Adele on 07956 165287.

QUEENS PARK BUGGY WALK: Ideal for parents/ carers of little ones. 10:30am Queens Park Sports Centre reception for 45-60 minute walk. Return to the centre cafe for drinks & chat. T: 01246 345669 or e: Tina.hensey@chesterfield.gov.uk

CHESTERFIELD YOGA STUDIO: Zoom class only or 7-day recordings are also available. 9:30 to 11am. £7.50 - £8.50. For details see Chesterfieldyogastudio.co.uk

LUNCH-TIME SERVICES: Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. 12:15 to 12:45pm. Everyone welcome.

KEEP FIT CLASS FOR MATURE MOVERS: 2 to 3pm @ Holymoorside Village Hall. Combination of Sit and Stay Fit exercises and standing exercises including dance moves to music to improve strength and balance in a friendly group. T: Debbie 07413 068092.

FITSTEPS: 6 to 8pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Call Laura to book 07714 223722.

KFC (KIDS FRIDAY CLUB): For primary ages. Term time from 6 to 7pm at Walton Evangelical Church, Moorland View Road. For details T: 01246 231002. waltonchurch.org

FRIDAY CLUB FOR TEENS: For teenagers in school years 7 to 9. 7:15 to 8:15pm at Walton Evangelical Church, Moorland View Road. For details T: 01246 231002. waltonchurch.org

REFUGEES FROM REALITY GROUP GROUP: 7:30 to 10:30pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. See refugeesfromreality.co.uk for more info.

CHESTERFIELD ART CLUB: 2nd & 4th Friday The Hall on the Green, Ulverston Road, Newbold S41 8EQ. Work nights, demonstrations & critiques. Visitors welcome £3/£5 (not Aug or Dec). T: 01246 237291.

SATURDAY

DR BIKE: 1st Saturday. Checks, adjustments and repairs to your bike for free. 9:30am to 1pm at the storage containers in the car park at Queen’s park. See FB: ChesterfieldDrBike or inclusivepedals. org.uk

TRANSITION CHESTERFIELD REPAIR CAFÉ: 3rd Sat. 10am to 12:30pm @ Chesterfield Baptist Church, Cross Street, S40 4ST. Drop-in sessions –all types of repair available, woodwork, sewing etc and cafe facilities open while session is being run. E: repairs@transitionchesterfield.org.uk

MONKEY PARK SEWING CLUB: First & third Saturday of the month, sewing club, 10:30am to 12:30pm. Monkey Park, Chester Street. monkeypark.org.uk

MONKEY PARK CHILDREN’S ART CLUB: First and third Saturday of the month, children’s art club, 11am. Monkey Park, Chester Street.

SATURDAY NIGHT WHIST: Loundsley Green Community Centre, Cuttholme Road, 7 to approx 9.30 pm, £2.50 per person. Refreshments. All welcome. T: 01246 278778.

SUNDAY

CHESTERFIELD INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED MOTORISTS (IAMRoadSmart) 9:30am, Chesterfield Canal Hollingwood Hub S43 2PF - Guidance sessions for IAM Associates, info & taster sessions. First Sun & following Sat. T: (Sec) 01246 488750.

CARSINGTON WATER BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS: Free walks held on the first Sunday of the month. Booking advisable. Call 0330 678 0701.

PETER & ST PAUL OLD BRAMPTON CHURCH: Now holding Sunday services in Church again at 9:30am - everyone welcome. Details see www.oldbramptonchurch.org.uk

HOLY COMMUNION / MORNING WORSHIP: 9:45am Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way. SUNDAY SERVICE: 10:30am at Storrs Road Methodist Church. Please see web for details. More information about Zoom and other online services can be found at dnemethodists.org.uk/worshipreflect-learn/worship-online

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP: Central Methodist Church, Saltergate at 10:30am. All are welcome. For details: dnemethodists.org.uk

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP: Our regular time for Morning Worship is at 10:45am at The Gospel Mission Congregational Church, Old Rd. Brampton.

FRIENDS OF SPITAL CEMETERY: Monthly tours on second Sunday of the month at 1pm starting from Spital Cemetery lodge at entrance at bottom of Hady Hill. Ideally pre-book. Tours can be arranged at alternative times if preferred. Suggested donation: £5. E: spitalcemeterytours@gmail.com

MESSY CHURCH: 4 to 6pm on the last Sunday of the month (18 Dec is the last one for 2022) @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. For all the family. To book call Jilly: 07746 668257.

HOLYMOORSIDE RAINBOW WHIST: 2nd & 4th Sunday Holymoorside Village Hall @7pm. Other times and venues throughout the month. Call Sue: 01246 278778.

GENERIC EVENTS

AURORA A CAPPELLA: (Home of Harmony) is a female A Cappella choir. Come and join us! Experience and ability to read music is not necessary. We look forward to hearing from you. Call Dawn on 01246 863175 / 07810 892978, e: aurora.chesterfield@gmail.com or visit aurorachorus.org.uk

3RD BRAMPTON SCOUTS, CUBS, BEAVERS & SQUIRRELS: Monday Beavers (age 6 to 8), 5:30 to 6:30pm, Cubs (age 8 to 10.5), 5:30 to 6:30pm. Friday Squirrels (age 4 to 6), 5:15 to 6pm, Beavers (aged 6 to 8), 5:30 to 6:30pm, Cubs (aged 8 to 10.5), 6 to 7pm and Scouts (age 10.5 to 14), 7:30 to 9pm. All open to both boys & girls and taking place at St Thomas’ Centre, Chatsworth Road. T: Ben Widdowson on 01246 567409.

RAINBOWS & BROWNIES: Brownie's meetings across the county on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (weekly). Guides and Rangers meet on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays (weekly). See girlguiding.org.uk for more info and to join up.

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DECEMBER GARDENING TIPS

Words: Transition Chesterfield Images: Robert Nixon Betts

Many people put their plot to sleep for the winter. They clear out the vegetables that have finished in the autumn and leave it empty doing nothing until the spring. But it is still possible to leave some root crops in the ground, removing them when needed for the table. These include beetroot, carrots, parsnips and turnips.

Have you thought of covering your plot with a membrane? e.g. black plastic, weed control fabric or anything that removes light, perhaps even old carpet. This prevents weeds growing and much goodness leeching away out of the soil.

It is a good time to deep clean and sharpen all the tools lying in the shed. A thin film of oil appropriately used is recommended for steel tools put away for the winter too.

Outdoor sowing of broad beans is still possible if you choose Super Aquadulce, a hardy variety.

A greenhouse or windowsill can give you a tremendous start to next year if, before the end of December, you sow seeds for peppers (sweet & chili), tomatoes & onions.

This is the time of year to begin to plan for next year, send off for the new season’s seed and nursery catalogues. Some time can also be usefully spent looking through the hundreds of company websites and searching the internet to find interesting and new varieties. Don’t be overambitious though – only plan for plants where there’s space.

Winter is the best time to dig heavy ground, incorporating manure or compost, but don’t try to do it all at once - you’ve got a good couple of months to finish it all.

Keep everywhere clear of debris, which can harbor diseases and harmful organisms. But try not to be too fussy; old logs and piles of leaves tucked away somewhere are excellent overwintering spots for essential wildlife.

Reduce the watering of houseplants and mist them regularly to stop them drying out in the central heating. The ideal is to keep them clustered together in an unheated but light room.

Make leaf mold at this time. Although some leaves begin to fall in September, the time when the bulk of fallen leaves are available is at the end of November and into December. Why not make a clamp with four posts and chicken wire to a container, put all the leaves you can collect within it. This weed-free soil conditioner is best spread on the ground later in the year.

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FreeGo Electric Bike: £550 ono

Vintage Hand Sowing Machine: £40

T: 07752 638306 (Newbold)

Zip Us In Jacket Expander: £20 80cm water & wind resistant panel to expand your favourite coat or jacket during pregnancy and baby wearing. No need to buy a new coat. Brand new, never used.

T: 07833 926944 (Ashgate)

Bridge Table & Chairs: £50 Upholstered, Royal Blue bridge table and four director’s chairs, all in good condition. Offers over £50.

Miele Vacuum Cleaner: £40

Cylinder Revolution 600 model, silver, as new.

T: 01246 567313 (Walton)

Scooter Street Blaze: £15

Little used. T: 01246 567313 (Walton)

Razer Electric Scooter: £20 Needs slight repair.

T: 01246 567313 (Walton)

Rotary Clothes Line: £10

Excl quality, little used.

T: 01246 567313 (Walton)

Garden Lawn Aerator: £Free

‘Wren’ unisex model. 24” wheels, Shimano gears, twist grip safety. 30-mile range approx. Gel seat, panniers, lock & helmet etc. Lovely Condition, fully serviced.

T: 07899 755362 (Ashgate)

FreeGo Electric Bike: £645 ono

T: 01246 297463 (Brampton)

Motorbike Jacket: £40

Lady size M. Red & black, never worn. Txt: 07964 707832 (Walton)

Motorbike Over trousers: £20 Ladies size M. Frank Thomas fitted with Armasport, detachable lining, black, never worn. Txt: 07964 707832 (Walton)

Tower Heater: £15 ono Blyys upright PTC slimline heater. T: 07917 355305 (Walton)

Apollo Bicycle: £25 ono 21 gear bicycle plus tools T: 07917 355305 (Walton)

T: 01246 567313 (Walton)

Ben Sherman Duffle Coat: £35 Gents gray, duffle coat, XL, VGC.

T: 01246 272863 (Walton)

Ladies' Dresses Size 14-16: £10

Ballgown/cruise dresses. £10 each.

T: 07752 638306 (Newbold)

Outdoor table tennis table: £50 T: 07752 638306 (Newbold)

MacAllister leaf blower: £25 ono Electric with Vacuuming and blow functions. Shoulder harness. Quick change lever. Had very light useexcellent condition.

T: 07870 936375 (Newbold)

'Eagle', full specification, approx. 35 mile range, many extras, Schwalbe tyres, Zefal rear light, mileometer, rear panniers, fully serviced. Great saving on new. All in excl condition.

T: 07810 585644 (Ashgate)

Fitness Equipment: £Various Ladies’ mountain bike, Excl Condition £50; Men’s mountain bike £30; Weighted punchbag and 2 sets of gloves, excl cond. £70; Bluetooth running machine £100.

T: 07976 231828 (Brampton)

Halfords 3 Speed Cycle Static

Trainer: £40

T: 01246 568922 (Brampton)

Single bed: £25 Includes mattress, both in good condition.

T: 01246 568922 (Brampton)

6 Complete Jigsaws Complete: £10

T: 01246 568922 (Brampton)

Rocking Horse: £25 Beautiful soft children's rocking horse with saddle & reins. Gentle rocking motion & sound. Good cond. T: 07833 515909 (Walton)

Lady’s Shoes: from £5 Also, sandals. All new. Size 3. Various colours. Good brands. T: 01246 279745

Baby Bath Seat: £8 T: 01246 930722 (Walton)

Baby Bath (white): £15

T: 01246 930722 (Walton)

Headboard Double: £15 Size 4ft 6in. Covered in taupe suede look material. VGC

T: 07930 911481

Trax Mountain Bike: £85 Full suspension, 18 speed, used twice, silver & black. T: 07930 911481

Emu Australia Boots: £55 ono Genuine 'Emu Australia' real suede below the knee boots - ribbon wrap detail. Black, waterproof, merino lined, warm, size 6. Worn once. T: 07833 926944 (Ashgate)

Various: £various

Car Cover, fits any car £10, Air inflator for car use £10; Leather coat, gents' medium, as new £15; Wool overcoat, navy, very good condition, as new. £8; Wool overcoat navy, small, VGC. £8; Shopping trolley: £8 T: 01246 201123 (Walton)

Electric Sewing Machine: £100 Singer Brilliance Model 6180. Brand new, boxed. T: 07824 142009 (Walton)

Garage Clear Out: 21" Cantilever toolbox £10; Engineers vice £10; Britool torque wrench £30; Two Acro props: £10 each

T: 07563 100465 (Somersall)

Wanted: Walking Stick With silver handle or small head

T: 07975 988159

Two Orchids: £Free Not good at looking after house plants! Free to local Orchid lovers. T: 07975 988159 (Brookside)

Still in the FA Cup

Err, welcome back my fellow Spireites and I'll start with a public apology. I seem to have cursed the Spireites recently with my recent articles. Last month I wrote praising them for playing well, winning games, and coming back from going a goal or two behind, all while making CFC history with 10 unbeaten games. The best start to a season since the 1930's. Only to then lose three games on the bounce! Then, in the previous month's article, I wrote just how much Tshimwanga is going to influence us for the season, as he was coming back into form by scoring his first goal of the season, only then for him to be linked with a big money move to Birmingham City (which luckily for us, fell through). So, this month I thought I'd use my genius and wisdom more wisely and be a bit sneaky. So, here goes. Chesterfield will not win the league, not score more than 5 goals a game, keep clean sheets, have no injuries, and clearly stay in the

National League for years to come. There, I think I've used the force.

No seriously. I am guessing however that there are one or two CFC fans who will agree with my sarcasm sadly. Judging by the land of social media, especially after the Eastleigh game. This was the third consecutive game, in a week, where we lost and Paul Cook had to face the camera explaining the performances and results. I have even read some fans calling for him to leave. Now, that is just plain wrong in my view. Paul Cook is a great manager and a solid signing given the league we are currently in. Football is undoubtedly a frustrating game at times and that involves losing games. The important thing to remember is that we win then too! "It's a funny old game" as one half of Saint and Greavsie said.

Not only was October 8 a bad day for the club with their 2-1 defeat away at Eastleigh. It was also a

sad day for the club and all Spireites in general. For that was the day that we lost John Duncan who sadly passed away aged 73. The CFC manager from that historical FA Cup run of 1997. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this difficult time.

Let's move on to some good news now, well for young lad and newest signing Uchegbulam at least. He started his first CFC game against Dagenham and Redbridge as he walked onto the field included in the starting 11. He played until the second half where he was subbed, in a double substitution for Tshimanga.

Next the FA Cup. Chesterfield travelled to Anstey Nomads for the last qualifying round of the FA Cup first round. The Spireites only had 250 tickets allocated to them as the Nomads are little more than a Sunday league team and the ground is tiny. That was in stark contrast since the last FA Cup game the Spireites played was away at Chelsea last season in the third round. As you probably saw, and heard, the mighty voice of Cookie throughout the live BBC game shouting, or rather orchestrating the team. Dobra, Asante, and Tshimanga secured a comfortable 3-0 win to be in the draw for the first round. We were then drawn at home against League Two's Northampton Town and let’s be honest here, we completely outplayed the League 2 side and with Dobra’s phenomenal strike the Spireites sailed into the second round!

Back in the league now and the Spireites’ infamous Bromley home tie. This was the game that ended with the away team being a bit, well a lot mardy with the result. This led to some fighting on the pitch and the players and manager being sent off. Good news though, Tshimanga started and played his first full 90 mins. Even scored his fifth of the season from the spot too. King and Banks got the other two making it a 3-2 home win for us. So, back to winning ways, as after Bromley the Spiteites won at home to Boreham Woods and Gateshead.

At the time of writing, we have just played Northampton and we sit third in the league. We are a good few points behind leaders Notts Co. We will need to keep the goals coming and clean sheets to gain ground. In my eyes just pray for no injuries and keep Fitzsimons between the sticks and we will at least stay in the playoffs. Keep the faith Spireites. COYB’s!

Words & Images: Michael South

Pictures: Left Banks, above from top, Dobras, John Duncan & Tshimanga.