S40 Local - 132 November 2022

Cover Image: Andy Childs

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

Intro

"Chesterfield is a fabulous place, full of great little businesses like this, it's my new favourite place!"

I didn't say this, but I overheard a customer chatting to Matt in Ginspired, just inside the Market Hall. We had a quick chat and she had travelled up from the South to see her parents that live on the western fringes of Sheffield. Bored of going to Bakewell each time she comes up she'd taken a trip into town, much to the consternation of her parents! The reality was she was having a great time. She was carrying several bags from local independent businesses and was full of the joys and experiences she'd had in town.

I was in town with Matt Pritchard from Defeye and we were really encouraged by what she said, we reminded Matt at Ginspired that it would be great if she had a map of local independent businesses. Luckily, he still had a few of the Unhampered maps left and handed one over. To check out the map use the QR code below.

Maybe we can take a lesson from this passing stranger and invest some time visiting the local independent businesses nearby and in town, personally I know we as a family will continue to do what we can.

Libby’s and The Café at Libby’s

After almost 20 years running Libby’s, one of Chesterfield’s gems, Libby Morris has handed over the reins of the business. Libby’s was one of the first businesses on Chatsworth Road to recognise the changes and give us something different, a quality business with a welcome as warm and friendly as you could ever wish for.

A couple of years ago Andy Crutchley took the bold step and started running the Cafe at Libby’s, he is now super excited that Libby has entrusted him to run the the gift and homeware shop as well!

“This is a major undertaking but you’ll be pleased to know there will be no major changes,” says Andy. “It’ll just be a few tweaks, the usual warm welcome will remain, along with our fabulous products and scrumptious, homemade food.”

“I, along with many others would like to thank Libby for all the endless hours she’s put into the business, her hard work, dedication, and her amazing creative eye and attention to detail, in creating such an iconic, independent, Chesterfield shop.”

“You can be sure we won’t let you down.”

We look forward to seeing you very soon, Andy & the team.

www.thecafeatlibbys.com

iDeal carpets was established by myself, Kevin Howarth, over 11 years ago at our original premises at 131 Chatsworth Road. Today, due to our keen prices and ongoing success, we have extended to a new much larger showroom on Walton Fields Road. We now stock a range of carpets, laminates, vinyl, Karndean, roll stock, roll ends and artificial grasses, many from UK manufacturers. Our roll stock enables us to provide quality carpets at low, low prices, for instance £14m2 from our rolls against £24m2 for the same carpet from our sample boards! That’s iDeal! We also have vinyls from £10.99m2 and deep Saxony quality carpets on rolls starting from just £6.99m2 Call in today, we can guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

GIFT GUIDE.

The best places to shop this Christmas

Shop with an independent business this Christmas and help support the local economy.

If every Chesterfield resident spent a fiver with an independent business this Christmas it would pump £20m back into our local economy... imagine if that was £20 each!

What better way to start than by browsing through Part 1 of our Christmas Gift Guide that brings just a few ideas from the businesses that are advertising in this edition.

Look out for Part 2 in our December edition and please do all you can to shop local.

Happy shopping.

Words: Paul Chapman Images: Independent Businesses

M's Gallery

Stocking a wide range of beautiful contemporary silver jewellery from £15. Priding themselves on an outstanding friendly service, their product range includes Nomination bracelets and charms together with British designers.

M's Accessories

M's Accessories is the sister shop to M's Gallery. Stocking a fabulous range of bags, scarves, cards, women's clothing and jewellery with something for everyone, whether glammed up or strolling in the woods.

Zero Tattoo Gallery

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.

H&F Home

A range of products from small to large and prices to suit all. Create a tranquil atmosphere around the home with the Plank Tea Light holder. A solid plank with handmade metal cups to place your tealights in £19.

Brampton Picture Framing

Anything framed in any style. Christmas Offer - bring in two items to be professionally framed for a 15% discount. Closing date for appointments is Wednesday 7 December 2022.

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.

Blanc Classic Laines London slippers with detachable little sausage Dog artisan brooch £39. Leather upper boots by Caprice with walking on air patent technology. In choice of Black or Chocolate Brown £99.

Ginspired

For the gin lover ... Spiced Orange & Cranberry Globe, 23 kt edible gold leaf, light up bottle £23.95. Winter Berry Flavours Baubles, 23kt edible gold leaf, light up baubles, £6.95 each or pack of 6 for £29.95.

Odyssey

Enjoy some downtime in a little corner of Greece in the heart of Chesterfield. Vouchers are great as not only can the recipient have a fab treat, they'll need to take someone along!

Adorn

Jewellery to suit all tastes from £20. A beautiful, independent jewellery boutique nestled in the heart of The Shambles. Specialising in silver jewellery and gemstones from independent and designer makers.

Brampton Brewery

Brampton Brewery's cask ales are available through their shop 'The Beer Cellar' and include a range of over 20 different beers. Why not pick up a voucher and book a date for a Brewery Tour.

Libby's & The Cafe at Libby's

You don't need an excuse to eat fab food, shop for fab gifts or treat yourself. Vouchers for use in the cafe or shop make the perfect treat for anyone and can be used throughout the year.

Scan the QR Code!

GIFT GUIDE

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The best places to shop this Christmas

Ovenfresh, Jetfresh & Carpetfresh

A springtime lift for the driveway, save Gran's elbow grease with an oven clean or revive the lounge carpet as a little gift to yourself. Ovenfresh, Jetfresh and Carpetfresh do it all and are all under one roof.

ZulekhaStudio

Special sparkle, charming crystal or terrific trinkets, bracelets, earrings, bag charms and kilt pin brooches in many styles and colours. The gorgeous black and gold bracelet shown is £17.50 (incl post & giftwrap).

Stephs Sustainable Stuff

Soaps, brushes, pasta, grains, refills, beeswax wraps, teas, chocolate, washing liquids, paper tape ... the list is long and it's all ethically sourced and sustainable. Reduce your impact this Christmas.

Auto Select Cars

Maybe time for a present to the family, a pristine, quality used car from Rob & James at Auto Select. Stock changes very quickly so there will always be something in or on the way to suit your needs.

Auto Select Campervan Hire

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 that comes fitted with a washroom with shower and toilet... camping in luxury.

Breathe Relax Escape

Book a hot stone massage and help increase energy levels, strengthen the immune system, improve digestion and sleep. Just one of a range of complementary therapies available from Cheryl at Breathe Relax Escape.

Prizes kindly sponsored by St. Modwen Homes

DRIFTING Chatsworth Country Fair's early morning balloon flight

Words: Paul Chapman

Images: Andy Childs

This month's cover image comes from local photographer Andy Childs from Holymoorside. You might remember Andy? He helped out with the cover image for our Christmas edition back in December 2017 when we took our Christmas tree made of pallets and lit by Paperstarlights to Longshaw for a day out! Andy now works locally with an agency but sent in these superb shots of the balloons taking off from Chatsworth's grounds during the Country Fair in September.

I hope you enjoy them as much as we did and thanks to Andy for sending them in. You can find more of Andy's work at his website below. www.andychilds.co.uk

DAY AT THE

& GOOSE

FESTIVE FAYRE

FESTIVE FAYRE

FESTIVE FAYRE

MAKE

NIGHT OF IT!

NEW YEAR’S EVE

NEW YEAR’S EVE

NEW YEAR’S EVE

DINNER & DISCO

DINNER & DISCO

DINNER

We chat with Sally from Feel Good Dog Training

Words: Paul Chapman Images: Sally Bawden

The fear of dogs is real and many children and adults are scared of dogs.

Local dog trainer Sally Bawden, who specialises in working with families and schools to help children and dogs to live happily together, has overcome her own fear of dogs and is now helping others to do the same.

“It’s crazy that I now work with dogs! I remember vividly how stressful visiting a friend with a dog could be. I can still remember the feeling of fear with a lively Labrador running around freely when I was at a friend’s party. Luckily my fear subsided as I grew older, but this is not always the case.”

Sally has turned her fear of dogs into her passion and a career when she qualified as a Dog Trainer and set up her business Feel Good Dog Training in Holymoorside.

However, Sally wanted to specifically help families with children, so she joined Kids Around Dogs (KAD). “When I found out about the international organisation Kids Around Dogs, I knew this was the area of dog training I wanted to specialise in” Sally says, “I love working with families with the practical aspects they should be thinking about and the management tools to put in place with babies, young children and teenagers.” Skills such as how to play safely with dogs and how to read the subtle signs a dog can give when they need some space, such as turning their head away or yawning when not tired.

Sally explains that she has also seen firsthand the trauma caused when a family friend was bitten when visiting a friend’s house for a sleepover and saw the distressing fallout for all involved. The scars the girl was left with will always be there, physically and mentally.

One of the certifications Sally obtained by joining KAD was learning the successful protocol to overcome the fear of dogs in children. The fun 10-week program helps kids to understand dogs and see them as individuals with emotions; likes, dislikes, opinions and ideas, rather than a scary animal who will bite or jump up at them. What helps a lot by using the KAD protocol is the confidence the child will gain around dogs because of their new education on canine body language. Giving the child the knowledge and skills to know what to do if a dog should approach and changing their negative thoughts into positive ones. The protocol is child-led with emphasis on parents or carers being present and involved too so that the whole family learns new things about dogs. It uses positive reinforcement and rewards for completing tasks each week.

Sally has recently worked with a five year old girl whose mother saw the difference in her daughter from the start to the end of the protocol. 'My daughter was so scared of dogs it was becoming dangerous and stressful where she was hypervigilant. She would notice a dog in the distance, get sweaty palms and she would even run into the road. It was getting so stressful to even walk to school or the local park. After the protocol with Sally my daughter is now able to show interest in dogs, wave at dogs and even stroke dogs. It was pitched to my daughter’s age and Sally was very friendly.' Another parent commented that, 'It is nice not to have to worry, try to second guess what he will do when a dog is around and it has made life so much easier.'

Sally confirms, “This is what makes this work so rewarding and positive for me.”

For more information or an informal chat please contact Sally or visit her website and the Kids Around Dogs website.

07828 123051

www.feelgooddogtraining.co.uk www.kidsarounddogs.co.uk

Look out for dog and children related tips coming up from Sally in future issues of S40 Local.

CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY SUPPORT APPEAL 2022

CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY SUPPORT APPEAL 2022

This year Rosewood are very excited to be working with two organisations to help families in need this Christmas, we will be collecting donations on behalf of both Chester’s Toy Appeal and Action for Children.

Chester’s toy appeal helps to provide new, unwrapped gifts for children who may otherwise go without at Christmas.

Chester’s toy appeal helps to provide new, unwrapped gifts for children who may otherwise go without at Christmas. Rosewood will be supporting Chester’s Toy

Rosewood will be supporting Chester’s Toy Appeal this year by providing toys and gift vouchers specifically for those aged 13-18.

Appeal this year by providing toys and gift vouchers specifically for those aged 13-18.

Last year, Rosewood supported Action for Children by donating food hampers to support families and young children.

Last year, Rosewood supported Action for Children by donating food hampers to support families and young children. This year we will be donating Aldi’s ‘orange’ food gift vouchers or similar to ensure families can choose grocery supplies that will support their needs for the Christmas period.

This year we will be donating Aldi’s ‘orange’ food gift vouchers or similar to ensure families can choose grocery supplies that will support their needs for the Christmas period.

THIS YEAR ROSEWOOD ARE VERY EXCITED TO BE WORKING WITH TWO ORGANISATIONS TO HELP FAMILIES IN NEED THIS CHRISTMAS, WE WILL BE COLLECTING DONATIONS ON BEHALF OF BOTH CHESTER’S TOY APPEAL AND ACTION FOR CHILDREN.

INTRODUCING EMILY NEWEST MEMBER OF THE ROSEWOOD TEAM

INTRODUCING EMILY NEWEST MEMBER OF THE ROSEWOOD TEAM

e are delighted to have Emily join the Rosewood Wealth team as a Financial Services Administrator. Emily brings her dynamic and bubbly personality along with an exciting, fresh perspective on social media and community support campaigns.

WWE are delighted to have Emily join the Rosewood Wealth team as a Financial Services Administrator. Emily brings her dynamic and bubbly personality along with an exciting, fresh perspective on social media and community support campaigns.

Emily’s commitment to building rapport, making sure each client feels comfortable and understood aligns with, and complements, the Rosewood value of having the client at the heart of everything we do.

Emily’s commitment to building rapport, making sure each client feels comfortable and understood aligns with, and complements, the Rosewood value of having the client at the heart of everything we do.

Outside of work Emily enjoys spending time with her family, going to the gym and walking in the Derbyshire countryside with her two dogs Milo and Dora. She is a proud vegan who is passionate about the environment and enjoys looking for new ways to live life more sustainably.

Outside of work Emily enjoys spending time with her family, going to the gym and walking in the Derbyshire countryside with her two dogs Milo and Dora. She is a proud vegan who is passionate about the environment and enjoys looking for new ways to live life more sustainably.

Rosewood Wealth Management Ltd 388 Brimington Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 0TF

Rosewood Wealth Management Ltd 388 Brimington Road, Chesterfield Derbyshire S41 0TF

TEL 01246 932 300

TEL 01246 932300

EMAIL info@rosewoodwealth.co.uk

info@rosewoodwealth.co.uk

COMPETITION

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 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.

From the 1st November we're displaying eight stars in businesses across town, each star contains a letter, which when you have collected all eight, makes a Christmas themed word.

The stars include the Unhampered and St. Modwen logos just to ensure you'll know when you've found one!

Opposite is a map 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, also we've not named the business so you'll have to take a browse.

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

STAR PRIZE £150

• Or text your answer to 07764 801080

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

Please 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 any of 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!

Whilst you’re out and about, don’t forget to pop into the shops and businesses and do a bit of shopping.

We’d love to see photos of you out and about enjoying your day, perhaps pausing for a hot chocolate, stopping off for lunch at Pizza Pi or Odyssey – or buying your Christmas presents! And don't forget to tag #unhamperedchristmas.

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

#unhamperedchristmas

Gateway @Peak

Zero Carbon Car Free Access to the Peak District for Tourists.

Paul Chapman

Birchall Properties

On a sunny morning in midSeptember I clipped into my pedals and enjoyed a peaceful cycle across town, using dedicated cycle infrastructure from Queen Mary’s Road right out to the meeting point at the A61 interchange roundabout to the proposed Gateway @Peak.

I was here to take part in ‘Journey to Net Zero’ an initiative trialing two buses, one Hydrogen powered and one EV, a joint initiative between Peak Gateway Properties, Toyota, Air Products, Caetano, City Taxis and Chesterfield Borough Council, so it only seemed right that I cycle there! We were met at the A61 interchange roundabout, the consented access to the development. Much fun was had reversing out from a narrow trail after taking a wrong turn, but it got us all smiling and was a great ice breaker… easy for me though as I was the only one able to turn around!

The route through the estate site is really impressive, it opens out into a wide natural bowl, surrounded by greenery in every direction and very quiet, I’d never realised how the site was positioned over the hill to the east of the A61 so any traffic noise is lost entirely. I locked my bike up and walked the last few hundred metres to the building that was once the club house of Birchall Golf Course.

The site is owned by Birchall Properties and over the past years they have had to adapt and change as the business environment has struggled to work its way through BREXIT, COVID and the present cost of living crisis. A ‘challenge’ is an understatement.

Today things are looking good, exciting times ahead with new partners, Milligan, on board. Milligan are mixed use developers, specialists in developing iconic destinations and have for over 20 years, been using their skills to curate the right mix of uses for new destinations. Long term, this approach will serve the community and visitors in a sustainable way and this trial marks an important milestone for Gateway and the Peak District National Park.

Over the past 10 years areas of the reclaimed opencast Estate have been part of a nature recovery programme and, as a result, over 20 birds of interest migrate or reside here today. Other areas of the estate have been maintained to welcome the approved development with Biodiversity Net Gain at its heart. The Estate has outline planning permission for 2,000 hotel rooms, 250 lodges, and a range of leisure, education, and entertainment facilities many based around

outdoor activity. A number of reserved matters approvals have now been granted on the outline consent.

With the Gateway @Peak being so well connected to national road, rail and bus infrastructure it is intended to operate the PEAK Express as a car free way for tourists to experience the national park and surrounding areas.

Gateway @Peak will provide accommodation, parking (2800 spaces) and services for onward travel into the Peak District for walkers and cyclists using the PEAK Express tourist service. This will help mitigate the environmental impact of these journeys and help reduce traffic congestion.

Melanie Taylor, Director of Leasing and Commerce at Milligan, said; “Our vision is to create a sustainable hub for like-minded businesses and a basecamp for the exploration of the Peak District. This will be a world-class example of a sustainable tourism project.

“A gateway could provide information for visitors to book single or multi-day itineraries, explore the area using more sustainable, less polluting modes of transport and buy or hire outdoor activity equipment to try out new activities. The information available about the wider Park’s attractions will help spread the economic benefit of visitors beyond the area’s traditional ‘honeypots’.”

Back to the buses. Hydrogen is a zero emissions fuel and I learnt that Air Products use green energy in its production to create a clean fuel. Once we have locally produced hydrogen it will be a game changer.

I took a trip out to Hassop Station on both the EV and Hydrogen powered vehicles and couldn’t tell the difference, again I was surprised by how quickly we reached our destination using a carefully chosen route over to The Robin Hood and down through Baslow to Hassop.

With regards to timescales, facilitation works and ground investigations are underway and The Gateway @PEAK is presently scheduled to open for Autumn 2025 bringing with it up to 1,000 job opportunities and a total change in the way visitors can access the Peak District.

I can see this working. We take trips to the Peak District regularly and the ability to create rides, walks and days out around the routes taken from Gateway @Peak is an interesting one. I look forward to buying my first ticket.

For more info please see: milliganltd.com/works/the-gateway-at-peakpeak-district-national-park/

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Words: Paul Chapman

Images: Ian Walton

Reader, Ian Walton, got in touch after being fascinated by the article about the autograph books donated to Ashgate Hospice.

Although he wasn't able to shed any light on those books he has shared with me a similar book, which belonged to his grandmother, Theresa Walton (née Summerscales). She was born on 16 January 1883 and died in her nineties.

The first entry in the album is 30 December 1901 and all subsequent entries went into the album over the next ten years, with the exception of one dated 1925.

We suspect these journals were common in the days before radio, TV and social media when people took the time to develop their artistic skills. The following pages show a few of the pages and the detail that went into the books.

I hope you enjoy them and a huge thanks to Ian for trusting me with the journal.

Pickleball

Ian Walton, the secretary of the Chesterfield Pickleball Club, introduces us to a new(ish), and rapidly growing sport!

Words: Ian Walton Image: Simon Paterson

When I set off for Canada on a family visit in 2019, little did I imagine that I’d return home hooked on a brilliant new sport – pickleball!

We go to Squamish, a small town just north of Vancouver, for several weeks each year to spend time with our grandchildren. While there, I like to take my mountain bike out on the superb trails in this beautiful area. But as well as cycling, I enjoy tennis and racket ball so whilst away I decided to look for somewhere in Squamish to play these sports. I made a few enquiries at the local Sports Centre and discovered that while there were tennis courts in Squamish, there was no club or organised play, so without a partner, I wasn’t going to get a game. They suggested that the Over 50s Centre might help. When I called there however I was told: ‘There’s no tennis here - but why don’t you try pickleball?’

‘Pickleball? What’s that? I’ve never heard of it.’

I quickly discovered that pickleball is a mixture of tennis, badminton and table tennis. It’s played with paddles (like large table tennis bats) and a hollow plastic ball with holes in it, on a badminton-sized court. It’s both an indoor and outdoor sport, and the net is similar to that for tennis but a little lower. A pickleball travels at about a third of the speed of a tennis ball, and this slower speed combined with an underhand serve and a smaller court makes the game easier to play than tennis, and more inclusive for younger and older players.

After one session I was hooked! I went straight out and bought a paddle and played pickleball a couple of times a week for the rest of my stay in Canada.

When I returned to the UK, I wanted to carry on playing so I started surfing the internet, which led to a whole host of information, notably at www.pickleballengland.org. It says that the game was invented in the USA in 1965, and it is now the fastest growing sport over there with about 3.3 million players. It started to take off in the UK in 2010, mainly in the south, but it is now spreading to other regions. I also learned that there was a group playing at the Arc Leisure Centre in Matlock so I joined them on Friday afternoons.

I then decided to try and set up a group in Chesterfield. I invested in four paddles, a net and some balls and began to involve friends who were tennis and racket ball players. Very quickly there was sufficient interest to book a badminton court at Queen's Park Leisure Centre for our first game in Chesterfield, back in September 2019.

Because the game proved so popular in Chesterfield we formed a properlyconstituted club in late 2020. Chesterfield Borough Council were very supportive when approached to help provide facilities and agreed to allow us to play on the outdoor tennis court at Eastwood Park, Hasland. This gave a huge boost to the game in Chesterfield.

Councillor Jill Manion-Brunt came to try pickleball and commented “I love it! This is just the thing Chesterfield needs to encourage more people of all ages to become active.”

With both indoor and outside courts and a newly formed club we will soon be in a position to apply for funding to buy equipment and further expand and promote the game. And who knows, maybe pickleball will one day be as popular here as other, better known sports.

In October 2020, Chesterfield Borough Council marked out four pickleball courts at Eastwood Park. This was a life saver for the club, as indoor play had been suspended because of the covid pandemic and it enabled play to continue when outside

activities were permitted again. In March 2021 the Council awarded the club a grant towards additional equipment so that we could use all four courts at Hasland.

In late 2021 Queen's Park opened up again and we started playing indoors on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.

The club committee realised that the club had a limited appeal when we could only offer daytime facilities and so in September 2021 we decided to look for an indoor evening venue. The sports hall at Chesterfield College was available and we booked to play on Monday evenings from 7:15pm until 8:45pm. This was a major step forward in the club’s development and membership rose dramatically, to the point where we took on another night, Wednesday, at the college. At this point in time, we had over fifty members and had to halt recruitment.

Sessions take place as below.

The college isn’t available for hire from Easter to October and so in early 2022 we started looking for somewhere else for evening play during the summer. We tried three different schools in the Chesterfield area, finally settling for Whittington Green School, where we play on Tuesdays and Fridays. We returned to Chesterfield College on 28th September and will offer evening play on four nights a week during the winter, as well as our regular indoor and outdoor sessions during the daytime and so we are looking for new members again!

To find out more about pickleball follow the link:

www.pickleballchannel.com

Or contact Ian Walton

chesterfieldpickleballclub@gmail.com

Monday 2 to 4pm Eastwood Park, Hasland (Outside) £2

Monday 7:15 to 8:45pm Chesterfield College (Inside) £5

Tuesday 1:30 to 3pm Queens’ Park Sports Centre (Inside) £5

Tuesday 7 to 8:30pm Whittington Green School (Inside) £5

Wednesday 7:15 to 8:45pm Chesterfield College (Inside) £5

Thursday 1:30 to 3pm Queens’ Park Sports Centre (Inside) £5

Thursday 2 to 4pm Eastwood Park, Hasland (Outside) £2

Friday 7 to 8:30pm Whittington Green School (Inside) £5

Laterlivingnow!

Sue Wilmot Rowe joins the local team.

Laterlivingnow! – the only independent Equity Release specialist company based in Chesterfield and Derbyshire, have appointed Sue Wilmot Rowe as their 4th ‘Laterliving Planner’, at a time when they are experiencing unseasonably high demand for advice from homeowners over 55.

On joining Laterlivingnow! Sue said; “I believe with a passion, that those who have worked hard for much of their lives, raising families and paying vast sums in tax, deserve much better than a meagre retirement. Later life is to be enjoyed, not worried over, so I feel very privileged to be able to help our clients live better and more comfortable lives by releasing part of the value tied-up in their homes.”

retirement in particular finding that their pension income (much of which can often be fixed) no longer covers the necessities, let alone the niceties.

Laterlivingnow! - Chesterfield and Derbyshire’s leading Equity Release specialist is expecting an even busier time ahead, as the UK Energy Price Cap rises 80% in October, with the prospect of energy bills hitting £3,549 or higher for millions of households.

The increasingly popular drawdown style of Lifetime Mortgage, established by taking a modest £10,000 minimum sum initially, can allow homeowners over 55 to take much smaller regular sums, from as little as £500 a time in some cases. This way of taking some of the value locked-up in property, may be particularly well-suited for anyone needing a bit more ‘income’ to meet the bills and live free from worry.

Laterlivingnow! is well placed to support many more clients through this turbulent, uncertain time, whilst pointing out that Equity Release may not be suited to everyone. In offering homeowners over 55 a free initial consultation, the company’s advisers can help people to understand their options, and together explore possible alternatives, such as means-tested benefits, before making recommendations.

Simon Chalk commented;

“The Equity Release market has grown enormously since the pandemic, with many inexperienced advisers suddenly claiming to be ‘specialists.’ People regularly tell us that they feel confused by guidance on the internet, hate being sold something that might be wrong for them, and sometimes just don’t know where to turn for experienced, independent advice.

The Equity Release market can usually rely on the summer months being a fairly steady, relatively quiet time. Not so this year, with enquiries at Laterlivingnow! up 22% over the corresponding period in 2021. The soaring cost of living is having a real impact on many people, with those in

We can usually work out in under an hour, whether releasing equity is worth considering, or whether it’s simply not right for someone – all within a free initial consultation by home visit, phone, or videocall such as Zoom, Teams, or WhatsApp. Our small team of four advisers are highly skilled, well qualified and have years of experience as advisors on Equity Release, so are well placed to help homeowners explore their options."

New Chairman Looks to the Future at Chesterfield CC

Words & Images: Chesterfield Cricket Club

Aformer player with strong links to the golden days of Chesterfield cricket is hoping to lead the Queen's Park club into another successful era. Nigel Mallender has just stepped into the role of Chairman and he believes many of the foundations for what he wants the club to achieve are already in place.

The 45-year-old is looking to lead an inclusive club at the heart of the community while achieving success on the field. He said: "Last year we reorganised the committee so everyone now has a defined role and that is working well. Our bar is doing well, we are gaining traction with the community and building relationships with the likes of the local Running Club.

"We have a good relationship with Chesterfield Borough Council and Derbyshire County Cricket Club and are grateful for their invaluable help and support." Mallender added: "We have around 100 children on Wednesday evenings for junior training and it’s fantastic to see so many youngsters enjoying themselves playing cricket at Queen’s Park. We’ve also recently had our Clubmark accreditation renewed following much hard work led by Club Welfare Officer, Julie Franks. Clubmark confirms we are well-run, sustainable and provide the right environment for our members.”

On the field, Chesterfield have had a difficult time in the last couple of years. They were relegated from the Premier Division of the Derbyshire County League last season and are mid-table in Division One this term. But Mallender is upbeat about playing prospects. "We've got a good, young squad under a new captain in Harry Wilmott," he said. "With two or three key new signings over the winter, I'm confident for the next season."

Yorkshire-born Mallender first visited Chesterfield as a child to see his uncle Clive Baxter. "He was Captain of the first team and Chairman, so there is a strong pull there for me to take the role," he said.

One of Baxter's closest friends was Jim Brailsford, another former Captain and Chairman and a legendary figure in the Club's history. Mallender remembers him fondly as "Uncle Jim".

Mallender, has played in the first team, captained the Seconds and development team, coached juniors, been involved in sponsorship and fund-

raising and served on the committee. He also worked closely with former Chairman Mike Taylor, another huge figure in the Club's history until his death last year. He recalls going to see Taylor during the later stages of his illness. "Mike said to me: 'You are going to get involved again, aren't you' and I promised him I would." Taylor was succeeded by John Windle, who stepped down recently. His spell at the helm involved all the problems of the pandemic and Mallender said: "We have to be grateful to John for doing the role at such a difficult time."

Mallender says people at the club have encouraged him to step up and he feels the time is right. Mallender aims to follow Taylor's lead, saying: "He was an outstanding person who worked so hard for our club, we all still miss him greatly. You don’t succeed someone like that but I’m proud to follow Mike. "It’s a real honour to be entrusted with the role of Chairman of this historic club and I’ll give it my all.” He believes that all local cricket clubs rely on a band of volunteers to help run them. But he points out that the size and stature of the Chesterfield Club, particularly with Queen's Park staging Derbyshire matches, mean it needs more helpers than many other clubs. He is therefore urging anyone interested in getting involved in any way or supporting the club as a sponsor partner to get in touch via the contact details on the Club's website - chesterfield.playcricket.com

Any newcomers can be sure the new Chairman is willing to lead by example. Earlier this summer he received a phone call on a Friday night telling him the Seconds were a player short for the following day so he dug out his kit to ensure the side had a full complement!

Come and view our newly refurbished and inspirational EYFS provision which has a stimulating indoor and outdoor space providing many learning opportunities.

Whole school curriculum tours and classroom visits available.

Family and friends welcome. Take a sneak peek at our facilities and enjoy some family fun activities including refreshments, face painting, glitter tattoos, games, arts and crafts and free play in our outdoor space!

3 and 4 year old nursery places available including 30 hours.

To reserve your nursery place, please contact the school office.

To reserve your reception place, please visit bit.ly/dccschoolplace We look forward to meeting you!

Goal Attack

Brookfield’s Sixth Form netball team are the new U19 North East Derbyshire Netball Champions.

Early in September, Henry Franshawe School hosted the U19 netball competition. Impressively, the Brookfield team - comprising Year 13 students and a large number of Year 12s who had only just started their post-16 studies - hadn’t managed to squeeze in a practice. PE teacher and netball coach Mrs Cooper commented: “I can’t therefore take much credit for the success! We knew rivals Tupton Hall and Dronfield HF had a few key players so were aware we were in for a few tough games.” In a close-fought first game against Dronfield, the Brookfield team showed some real determination and managed to convert some turn over ball in the last third to secure victory. The second game against Tupton was a more comfortable win: they had some great individual players but the connections that the Brookfield team had on court were superior and allowed us to dominate the game. All the girls played fantastically well, particularly as at times – lacking players in defensive roles - they played out of their normal positions. As a result, the win felt even more deserved.

The atmosphere was great and it was lovely to see - especially after the break due to the pandemic - so many Sixth Form girls involved in a local competitive tournament.

For the Year 13 team members, this will have been their last tournament; however, we are hoping to play a ‘friendly game’ prior to Christmas and there has been talk of a game against staff!

Wonder-walkers

September ended with a fantastic sponsored walk in aid of Ashgate Hospice. The whole school community took part, students walking in mixedage house groups with Years 12 and 13 walking last to support younger students along the way. Staff accompanied each group, with others marshalling the route to ensure a safe and fun end to the first month of the new school year. The route took walkers from school on a circuit via Linacre Reservoir and Ashgate.

As we go to press, more than £8000 has been pledged on the Just Giving page for the event... more than double the target.

FB: Brookfield Community School @BCSch brookfield_cs/ www.brookfieldcs.org.uk

Pictured above: Left to right - Ruby Kerfoot, Ella Booker, Freya Hoskin, Olivia Myhill, Abi Potter, Hannah Lambert and Lily Essler

The Bells Tolled

Words: Sue Hall

Across Derbyshire church bells rung out for the late Queen and new King. If you heard bells ringing in your town or village between the announcement of Her Majesty's death and the state funeral it may have sounded a bit different because bells were rung muffled or single bells tolled.

A muffle is a leather cap which goes onto a bell's clapper. When a monarch dies they are used to 'deeply muffle' the bells, which makes them ring mournfully softly with the largest bell solemnly tolling over them.

Even Big Ben's bong was softened with a muffle on its strike hammer.

For the proclamation of King Charles III no muffles were used as bells rang out in celebration.

Being a bell ringer is a fun activity, but at a time of national importance it is a real privilege and honour, none more so than to ring for royal occasions.

In fact hundreds of Derbyshire bell ringers of all ages rang in over 75 different places in Derbyshire, completing about 200 special pieces of bell ringing to remember the late Queen or celebratethe new King.

One of the ringers, Ian Johnston, had had a 47 year gap from ringing, but came back to ably ring for the King's accession and even tolled the tenor at Alfreton for the Queen's funeral!

Some single bells were tolled exactly 96 times, one for each year of the Queen's life.

Most of the ringing lasted up to an hour, but the full peal rung on Derby Cathedral's 10 bells took 3 hours 21 minutes to ring. It was rung at 5pm on the day of the funeral and was broadcast live using the Cathedral's Peregrine webcam.

You will find videos of special ringing from around Derbyshire on our Facebook page, where you can also find out more about being a ringer and contact us if you are interested in giving it a try.

Images: King Charles Proclamation ringing team at St Matthew's Hayfield (Elaine Radford); Muffled bell ringing live stream from Derby Cathedral's peregrine webcam; Queens Funeral Hope

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Open Doors at CFC

Words & Images: Howard: Borrell

Every September thousands of volunteers across England organise Heritage Open Days to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It's a chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences, all of which are free to explore. The ten days of 2022 Heritage Open Days has just ended with several new venues opening their doors for the first time.

Chesterfield FC took part and arranged four tours that welcomed visitors from near and far, ranging from people that lived a few streets away to visitors from hundreds of miles away and even from other countries.

Club Secretary Peter Whiteley (pictured far right) explained, "We felt it was vital that the football club participated in this national (and international) event as a way of welcoming a wider audience to understand the club's ambitions. We want to be successful on the pitch but we also want give as many people as possible a chance to recognise our ambition to become firmly embedded in the community by offering a huge range of non-football activities."

Robinson Bowls Doubles Trophy Winners

Words: Geoff Mitchell

It was success for Pete Sanderson and Chris Dart, winners of the annual Robinson Bowls Doubles Trophy, a competition which is organised each year by Robinson Bowls Club at Walton Dam. This popular event is traditionally held on Chairman’s Day and is a round-robin event which this year paired experienced league players with newer members to give everyone a fair chance. The event this year was held at Walton Dam on Sunday 28 August 2022.

For more information about having a go at Crown Green Bowls checkout Robinson Bowls Club on Facebook.

In the above picture, the much-coveted Trophy is being presented by bowling club Chairman Geoff Mitchell (left) to the 2002 winners Chris Dart (centre) and Pete Sanderson (right).

'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

OCTOBER

Mon 17: 100 years of Chesterfield Music

A talk by David McPhie. An illustrated overview of every genre of music to be represented in the town over the years. St Thomas Centre 7:30pm Members free. Visitors £3. Refreshments.

Tue 18: Improv on Elm Street - A Halloween Spooktachularaaaaagh! 7 to 9pm @Gekkota Arts, Studio Theatre, West Studios, Sheffield Road S41 7LL. Tickets £6 and £4. Check out www. weststudios.co.uk for ticket info and purchases.

Thu 20: Make A Draught Excluder Workshop/demonstration on how to make your own draught excluders from unwanted fabric. No sewing experience necessary. 1 to 4pm @The Pavements, Chesterfield. Transitionchesterfield.org.uk

Fri 21: Transition Exhibition Unit on Pavements

1 to 4pm. Come and talk to us about what membership of Transition Chesterfield means to you. Drop in any time. Also Sat 10am to 1pm. Transitionchesterfield.org.uk

Fri 21: HMS Pinafore & Trial by Jury

Chesterfield Gilbert & Sullivan Society perform @7:30pm at Rose Hill Theatre, Chesterfield. Tickets £15 from chesterfieldgs.co.uk

Fri 21: Lunarca

Local band Lunarca play at Sidney & Matlida in Sheffield. See FB: lunarcaband

Saturday 19th November 7.30pm

Storrs Road Methodist Church, S40 3PY Autumn Concert with Minerva Chorus and the amazing Dronfield Handbell Ringers

Sat 22: Sheafs

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

Sat 22: Chesterfield RSPB Field TripAttenborough NWT Reserve

10am meet. Call 01246 201663 for details.

Sat 22: Free Lunchtime Concert

Chesterfield Unitarian Chapel, Elder Way 11:45am to 12:30pm. Piano duets with David Mayo-Braiden & Andrew Marples. Doors open 11:15am.

Sat 22: HMS Pinafore & Trial by Jury

Chesterfield Gilbert & Sullivan Society perform @2:30pm & 7:30pm at Rose Hill Theatre, Chesterfield. Tickets £15 from chesterfieldgs.co.uk

Sun 23: Mencap Superhero 2.5K & 5k

Join the fun and wear your best superhero costume. Walks and activities. 11am to 3pm at Queen’s Park, Chesterfield S40 2ND. Registration £10. See advert. Mencap.org.uk/chesterfield

Mon 24: Mrs Cackle and the Pumpkin who needed a Face

Pomegranate Youth Theatre storytelling. Tony Town, 5 Tallys End, Barlborough, Chesterfield S43 4WP. Watch FB & IG for ticket info. Also on Tue 25, Thu 27 & Fri 28 Oct.

Wed 26: October Drift

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

Thu 27: 1940s Market

Fans of all things vintage will welcome the 1940s Market. The event is a highlight in the national calendar for fans of this era and is held on a Thursday to tie in with Chesterfield’s much-loved Flea Market.

Thu 27: Chesterfield Art Club Exhibition

10am to 4pm @Grace Chapel, 89 New Square, Market Place, S40 1PH. In conjunction with Chesterfield 1940s Market & Street Entertainment. T: 01246 237291

Fri 28 & Sat 29: CAMRA’s Halloween

Walkabout

Look for details in participating pubs. See advert on oppsite..

Sat 29: Free Lunchtime Concert

Free lunchtime concert at Chesterfield library (Theatre) 11:45am to 12:30pm. Jazz session with The Wendy Kirkland Quartet. Doors open at 11.15am.

Sat 29: Monkey Park Halloween Trail

A children’s Halloween trail, £1.50 donation per child. See Monkey Park Event Bright link and social media channels for details on how to register. monkeypark.org.uk/ whats-on

Sat 29: Lunarca

Local band Lunarca play at the Blue Note in Derby supporting The Public Eye. See FB: lunarcaband Sun 30: Artisan Market

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

Mon 31: Kiefer Sutherland

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

NOVEMBER

Tue 1 to Fri 9 Dec: Unhampered Christmas Competition

See page 28 for details of how you can win £150 or one of two £50 prizes to be spent with a local independent business. See www.unhampered-chesterfield.co.uk

Tue 1: Mellors & Kirk Valuation Day

St Thomas’ Church Centre. 10am to midday. See advert on page 55.

A Cappella Women’s Chorus www.minervachorus.co.uk

What's On

Wed 2: Macgreens Coffee Morning

Loundsley Green Church from 10am to 1pm. Enjoyment, food, chat, games & fun for all the family.

Wed 2: Holymoorside Film - Phantom of The Open

British golf competition comedy. 2:30pm @Holymoorside Village Hall. E: info@ holymoorsidearts.co.uk or T: 01246 567118.

Sat 5 Nov: Walton Peaks Flying High Academy EYFS Open Day

See details on page 49.

Sat 5: Annie Mac

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

Sat 5: Chesterfield Philharmonic Choir ‘I have A Song To Sing’

Director Steven Roberts, choral arrangements Gilbert and Sullivan with John Rutter’s Feel the Spirit, Sospiri Wind Quintet & Sophie Clarke. 3pm@ St. John’s Church, Walton Back Lane, S42 7LT. Tickets £12, Seniors £10 and concs £5, kids free, from members, Chesterfield VIC & on the door.

Sun 6: Vegan Market

10am to 4pm in Chesterfield Market Place, New Square.

Sun 6: Memorial Service

4pm @St Peter’s Church Holymoorside.

Sun 6: Memorial Service

6pm @St John’s Church Walton.

Mon 7: Chesterfield RSPB Lecture - My Word on Springwatch

Speaker Jack Badaams. 7:15pm @St Thomas’ Centre, Chatsworth Road, S40 3AW. Admission is open to all, members £4; non-members £5. Refreshments. T: 01246 201663.

CHRISTMAS MARKET

BROOKFIELD COMMUNITY SCHOOL

CHATSWORTH ROAD, S40 3NS

Friday 2nd December, 5.30 7.30pm

Adult Admission £2

Independent local gift stalls, Christmas carols, raffle, festive refreshments and much more

Thu 8 to Sat 10 Nov: Nativity Festival

Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. See advert on page 58.

Tue 8: FILM Top Gun – Maverick Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. Tickets chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Wed 9: Chesterfield RSPB Walk - Carr Vale DWT Reserve 10am meet. T: 01246 201663 for details.

Thu 10: Chesterfield 50+ Inspired GroupOpen Forum Chesterfield Town Hall in the Council Chamber 10:15am to 12:15pm. Speaker: Carmel Page telling ‘The Story of the Nativity’. Free light refreshments.

Sun 13: A Service of Remembrance 10:45am @The Gospel Mission, Old Rd. Brampton. We shall join the two-minute silence at 11am with the rest of the United Kingdom. All are most welcome. For info e: gospelmissionuk@aol.com

Sun 13: Chesterfield Record Fair 9am to 3pm in the Market Place, Chesterfield. See facebook @aarecordfairs

Sun 13: Remembrance Evensong Service

Karl Jenkin's 'Armed Man Choral Suite' at All Saints Church, Smedley Street, Matlock 6:30pm (free). Baslow Choir, Holymoorside Choral Society & MusicWork Vocal Ensemble conducted by Andrew Marples

Mon 14: NEDIAS Lecture “The Ecclesbourne Valley Railway - a remarkable story”

A talk by Eric Boulton. 7:30pm @ St Thomas Centre. Call Cliff on 01246 234212. All welcome, non-members £3. Thu 17 to Mon 27: Festival of Christmas Trees

The Parish Church of St Mary’s and All Saints. chesterfield.co.uk/christmas

Thu 17: Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker! Screening at The Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. Tickets chesterfieldtheatres. co.uk

Sat 19: Chesterfield RSPB Field TripBlacktoft Sands RSPB Reserve 10am meet. Call 01246 201663 for details.

Sat 19: Christmas @West Studios

Meet the tenants in their studios, take part in taster sessions and mini workshops. See weststudios.co.uk

Sat 19: Christmas Market

11am to 2pm @St John’s Church Walton.

Sat 19: Autumn Concert - Minerva Chorus & Dronfield Handbell Ringers

7:30pm @ Storrs Road Methodist Church, S40 3PY Tickets £8 inc. refreshments 01246 232169.

Sat 19: Mozart’s Requiem

Chesterfield Co-operative Choral Society perform Robert Levin's completion of Mozart's last great masterpiece. Plus Haydn's Te Deum and Mozart's Exultate Jubilate. 7:30pm @St Thomas’ Church, Brampton. Tickets £15, £12 & £8 from www.chesterfieldchoir.com. Discount for early booking before 30th Sept - use code REQUIEM

Sun 20 Onwards: Santa’s Grotto Steeplegate, Vicar Lane. Tickets £8.50 per child, includes a gift, official ‘Nice List’ certificate and reindeer food. See chesterfield.co.uk/christmas

Sun 20: Jerry Sadowitz

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

Sun 20: Christmas Lights Switch On

Traditional Christmas Lights Switch on in the town centre.

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NATIVITY FESTIVAL

Mon 21: French Prisoners of War

A talk by Marjorie Dunn. French prisoners of war were paroled in Chesterfield between 1803 and 1814. St Thomas Centre 7:30pm Members free. Visitors £3. Refreshments.

Wed 23: A Christmas Carol the Musical Winding Wheel, Chesterfield. Tickets chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Thu 25: Blancmange

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

Sat 26: Free Lunchtime Concert

Chesterfield Unitarian Chapel, Elder Way 11:45am to 12:30pm. Choral Music with the Wyns Tor Singers (chamber choir). Doors open 11:15am.

Sat 26: Santa Trip Boats

Chesterfield Canal Trust will be running the 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

Sat 26: Lunchtime Sing at Matlock Farm Park

Midday at Matlock Farm Park with Honey Belles Ladies Choir.

Sun 27: Artisan Market

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

Sun 27: Holymoorside Film – The Duke Taxi driver steals famous painting. 2:30pm @Holymoorside Village Hall. E: info@ holymoorsidearts.co.uk or T: 01246 567118.

Sun 27: Advent Sunday Service

9am & 10:45am @St John’s Church Walton.

Sun 27: Christingle Service

The Gospel Mission, Old Rd. Brampton. Make Christingles for Advent and Christmas. All ages can join, and the fun begins at 3:30pm. For info e: gospelmissionuk@ aol.com

Sat 27: Monkey Park Pop-up South Asian Restaurant

7pm doors open, book by either contacting FB @MonkeyParkCIC or call in to the cafe. £15 per ticket to include a two-course meal. monkeypark.org.uk/whats-on

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

Sun 4: Vegan Market

10am to 4pm in Chesterfield Market Place, New Square.

Sun 4: Christingle

4pm@St John’s Church Walton.

Mon 5: Chesterfield RSPB Lecture – The Ascent of Birds

Speaker Prof John Reilly. 7:15pm @St Thomas’ Centre, Chatsworth Road, S40 3AW. Admission is open to all, members £4; non-members £5. Refreshments. T: 01246 201663.

Wed 7: Chesterfield RSPB W Wednesday - Carsington

10am meet. Call 01246 201663 for details.

Thu 8 to Tue 3 Jan: Sleeping Beauty

Chesterfield's Panto at the Windiong 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, Whitington.

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 in the garden at Revolution House, Whittington.

Thu 8: Tree for Old Road

Once again there will be a Christmas Tree to light up Old Rd. at BeeHive Gas Supplies (formerly Serpent Motors). The Tree Lighting @7:15pm & Christmas Carols will be accompanied by the Ashover Brass Band. For info e: gospelmissionuk@aol.com

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 at Matlock Farm Park

Midday with Honey Belles Ladies Choir.

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10:30am

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

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

Mon 14: NEDIAS Seasonal Meeting

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

Fri 16: The Everly Pregnant Brothers Xmas Show

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: The Houghton Weavers

Buxton Opera House. See page 61 for how you can win a pair of tickets.

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.

Fri 23: Carols at Lunchtime

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

Twisted Spire Yoga

CLASSES

Holymoorside Village Hall Holymoor Rd, S42 7DX

Monday Evening 6pm to 7:30pm

Friend’s Meeting House

Ashgate Road, S40 4AG

& Friendly

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: Crib Service

4pm @St John’s Church Walton.

Christmas Eve: Christingle Service

For children and families. All welcome.

Central Methodist Church, Saltergate @4pm.

Christmas Eve: Midnight Mass

11:30pm @St Peter’s Church Holymoorside.

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: Celebrate Christmas Morning

10:30am @Storrs Road Methodist Church.

Classes

Chesterfield

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

FOLK

THE HOUGHTON WEAVERS

SATURDAY

17 DECEMBER

The Houghton Weavers have been entertaining folk for 47 years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation and they announce their annual forthcoming Autumn / Winter 2022 UK Tour. The North West’s leading comedy / folk group will visit towns and cities such as Colwyn Bay, Morecambe, Darwen, Preston, Lytham St Anne’s, Blackpool and Buxton.

To coincide with their UK Tour, they release their brandnew single, ‘Wild Mountain Thyme’ on Friday 7 October, taken from their forthcoming album ‘New World in the Morning’ due out on Friday 14 October.

BUXTON PAVILLION

Courtesy of Maria at MP Promotions we have a pair of tickets to give away to a lucky reader. To be in with a chance of picking up the tickets:

• Email WEAVERS to paul@s40local.co.uk

• Text WEAVERS to 07764 801080

• Complete the form below, and send to:

• WEAVERS Giveaway

S40 Local, West Studios Studio 2, Sheffield Road, Chesterfield S41 7LL.

Please get your details or forms to arrive with us by close of play Friday 9 December.

As always, a huge thanks to Maria at MP Promotions for supplying the tickets to giveaway. You will need to make your own way to the venue. Tickets are also available to purchase from the website below from £19.

bit.ly/S40WEAVERS

WEAVERS

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

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. Details from 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

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

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. Presently there are 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 if you wish. 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: 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 11am every Tuesday. 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.See below for contact info. 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.

HUNLOKE GARDENS WALK WITH US GROUP: Come and enjoy this hidden gem on a 30 to 60 min walk at 10:30am. Refreshments available, buy fresh produce from the garden. Meet at 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

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 only. Call 01246 566435.

DANCE GROUP: The Parish Centre Stonegravels 5 to 8pm & Sat 9am to 3pm. Call Laura to book 07714 223722.

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, Chesterfield. 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: 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 available. Call 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 in Chesterfield's largest park that 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 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: 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

HOLYMOORSIDE BOWLING CLUB: Anyone wanting to try out bowling just come along on a between 10 and 12pm. Refreshments and all bowling equipment is provided. A friendly club, welcoming anyone, of any age, who simply wants to have a go. T: 07794 078552.

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. Meet 10:30am at Queens Park Sports Centre outside reception for 45-60 minute walk. Return to the centre cafe for drinks & chat. For details call CBC Community Lifestyles Officer on 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: 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

CARSINGTON WATER BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS: Free walks held on the first Sunday of the month. Booking advisable. Contact Carsington 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/ worship-reflect-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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AUTUMN GARDENING TIPS

Words: Transition Chesterfield Images: Robert Nixon Betts

If you have been organised enough to order bare-rooted trees or shrubs (local nurseries may have some, although the varieties will be limited), they should be delivered sometime this month. Plant them out as soon as possible – it is essential the roots don't dry out, so if you have to keep them for a few days, wrap them in some old sacking or something similar, and (very important) keep them out of the wind.

Prune established apple and pear trees; this can be done any time between leaf fall and buds bursting but early winter days are more likely to be mild and pleasant. Aim for an open, wine-glass shape, to allow air to circulate and fruit to form where it will receive maximum light. Many perennials should now be cut down to ground level, although you can leave those with attractive seed-heads if they’ve not been made tatty by the wind – grasses can be particularly effective for a few more weeks, especially if they get frosted, and seed-heads can attract birds. Lawns may still need occasional mowing; keep them clear of fallen leaves and rake out wormcasts. You can also lightly trim hedges to keep them tidy, but don't overdo it otherwise you'll be looking at bare patches all winter.

Sow over-wintering vegetables – cabbages, broad beans and peas are just some that will grow much faster in spring if they’ve had the chance to develop roots beforehand.

Outside containers should be insulated before it gets consistently cold, by wrapping in bubble-wrap. Do this when it’s mild and not frosty, otherwise you’ll just seal in the frost.

Continue to check any bare soil for germinating weeds and deal with them; it's normally easier to get out all of a dandelion root if the soil is wet. Digging over vegetable patches can be quite pleasant if the weather is good, with the possible added bonus of a robin watching to see if you turn up any worms. But try to avoid walking on wet soil, as this will compact it, then you'll need to dig it again.

If the birds have left you any holly berries which you want for Christmas decorations, protect them with fleece or a loosely fixed bag.

If you have birdfeeders, keep them topped up (and provide fresh water as well); encouraging foraging birds, especially tits, will help deal with overwintering pests and their eggs, as well as being great fun to watch.

Mostly the colder months are about planning for next year, looking at catalogues and ordering seeds. No-one can predict what the weather will be like next week, let alone next year, so you'll have to assume it will be a normal summer – if only we knew what that was any more.

Animated Wailing Phantom: £250

Animatronic 7.4 feet high. Opened but not used due height restriction.

T: 07840 133538 (Holymoorside)

Panasonic LCD TV: £40

Model No. TX-19LXD8 19inch with operating instructions & remote. Full working order. Perfect as second TV. Size 51W x 42H x 19.5D including stand.

T: 01246 206760 (Brampton)

3 Piece Suite: £200

Grey. Reclining chair and sofa. Must collect. No offers.

T: 01246 231801

Large Box of Women's Clothes: £50

Job lot, due to big sort out of daughter's wardrobe, loads of items included. Mainly size 6. Some still with tags. Bargain.

T: 01246 239347 (Newbold)

Pink Girl’s Bike: £20

VGC. Suits 2 to 5 year old, detachable stabilisers.

T: 01246 233437 (Newbold)

Spin Dryer: £100

Drum Set: £80

Full set of CB Drums, ideal for beginners or young budding players. Excellent condition. Stool, symbols and damper set (to keep it all a bit quieter if needed).

T: 01246 239347 (Newbold)

Still boxed never used. Montpellier was £160.

T: 07810 125652 (Walton)

Childrens Fun Kart: £45 Razor Crazy Cart Shift. Suits age 8+ drive, spin and drift using steering wheel and variable speed pedal. Comes with charger - no flag.

T: 01246 235027 (Ashgate)

Electric Scooter: £40

Children's Razor power core E100. Age 8+ comes with charger & manual.

T: 01246 235027 (Ashgate)

GCSE AQA Books: £Various New (Grade 9-1 Exams): £5 each. Complete Revision & Practice Chemistry, Biology, Oxford German Mini Dictionary Excl. Condition £2.50

Junior Golf Clubs & Bag: £15

Top Flite incl. some head covers.

T: 01246 235027 (Ashgate)

LEGO: £Various

Various LEGO Sets, all complete sets with instructions but not boxed, see pictures below.

T: 07764 801080 (Brookside)

Tanker

Dr Who Tardis Console: £25

Tardis console play set. VGC. T: 01246 273462 (Walton)

Baby Highchair: £60

Tripp Trapp made by Stokke. In beech see www.stokke.com.

T: 07931 657712 (Walton)

T: 01246 204959 (Walton)

Art Book Collection: £55 ono

A beautiful collection of hardcover art reference books. 30+ titles; Munch, Monet, da Vinci, Picasso, Manet, Renoir, Goya & many more. For art student, art lover or the coffee table.

T: 07870 936375

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Record Breakers

Words & Images: Michael South

Welcome back my fellow Spireites. Firstly, absolute respect to ALL in the ground during the minute's silence remembering Queen Elizabeth II's sad passing. You could have heard a pin drop!

So what's what, in CFC land?

At the time of writing we have just suffered our first league defeat at home against Maidenhead Utd and it was just a bad day at the office for me. All teams have them, but let's not get bogged down.

I want to highlight the fantastic run of form and team spirit that we have witnessed from the squad.

The Southend Utd game is a good example of my case in point. When they paid us a visit on the evening of 13th September it took just 19 minutes to take the lead with Clarke's opening goal. But by half time we were 2-1 down and Banks had been sent off due to a "bad tackle" (later rescinded after the Spireites won their appeal). Not so long ago that would have been that and we'd have come back out and played the second half-heartedly. But we didn't. We fought back. All due to whatever Cook said in the dressing room. It clearly had a profound impact on the squad when they returned to the field, because Quigley stormed through the Southend defence then slotted the ball calmly home past the keeper to bag the equaliser. Not so long ago we'd have probably settled for the draw, for the single point at that stage, if not have conceded a goal (or two) to lose all three points in added time. But no, not anymore. Because next stepped up Jeff King. Who, in the 69th minute, confidently and rather impressively rocketed the ball into the net from his left boot, from over 20

odd yards out, to secure all 3 points and keep us at the top of the league. What a noise THAT made round the stadium! And that right there is my point. The whole mentality has changed and has stayed consistent since the start of this season, now Cook has shaped his squad. Players want to and WILL play for the badge. It gets better too. So much so, Cookie won the Vanarama's manager of the month award (some fans believe that this is an Omen, but we shall see) AND the club has also broken a long standing club record for starting a season and remaining unbeaten at the tenth game mark. Held since 1938. Excellent!

In other news…Tshimanga.

I mentioned last month how we can play and more importantly win without him in the squad given his injury and his slow rehabilitation back to the team. I questioned the need for the club to depend on him, like the season before, to score goals. And just as I'd submitted the article to print, he was linked with an imminent big transfer move to Birmingham City up in the Championship. Luckily (for us) it fell through but it did make me question if he'd be missed. The short answer is YES, but we’d survive without him in my opinion. Debate amongst yourselves here. But since being subbed on and scoring in both the Southend game and again against Maidstone Utd he still is lethal when needed. So to return to the aforementioned mentality of the squad for a moment, Oldaker then finished the comeback in the dying minutes of the Maidstone game to make it 2-1 to the Spireites. This made him the 12th CFC player to score for the club this season. So, in the words of Roy

Castle, God rest his soul, and in keeping with the record breaking theme "Dedication's what you need!" Which leads me perfectly into our newest signing…Uchegbulam.

Fresh from Matlock Town FC who are a few leagues below Chesterfield, he has shown real class and determination to get into this team. After just a few games in, the young lad has scored his first professional goal against Yeovil Town. And it came at the right time. It was another comeback goal to earn the Spireites a point away from home. I would happily bet all the money I have currently in the bank, all £23.65 of it, on him banging in many more this season!

But to finish here we need to remember how far we’ve come and that we have broken our own club record for starting the season unbeaten in the past 10 games. Best in the club's history! Remember that if you start to feel disappointed on reflection, after a few beers. Anyway, raise a glass to Paul Cook and the boys. I for one am glad he's back, as I’m sure you are!

Simple

Words: Paul Chapman Image: Dave Towndrow

Every time I see one of these signs it makes me smile. They're placed on many of the posts around the Peak District.

A simple suggestion and one that we often forget. I ride my bike on trails across the Peak District and always try to say 'hi' and give people a smile as I pass. I'm pleased to say that most of the time it's reciprocated.

Apparently (thanks internet) it takes 43 muscles to frown, and only 17 muscles to smile, so it's even taking less energy. Anyway, this sign makes me smile and if you see me, give me a smile back.