The community magazine for Acorn Ridge, Ashgate, Brampton, Brookside, Holymoorside, Somersall & Walton
Cover: Sombrero_Printmaking
Hi all, it's arrived at last!
No not new parts for my mountain bike wheels, but the sun, that bright orange ball in the sky that seems to have been avoiding us! You know I'm not actually sure which excites me the most, the sun or sorting my wheels out?
Our children have just completed their GCSEs and A Levels and a summer ticking off their 'to do' list ensues. The list is mostly quite cheap to achieve and includes things like camping in the Peak District, walking the Great Ridge (Mam Tor etc), an open top bus ride to Bakewell and then walking home, a cycle ride up and down the Monsall Trail, a wild water swim... You get the general gist of things.
This had me thinking, what's on my to do list? We're all constantly busy working to cover the bills, to make sure the kids are in the right place at the right time with the right stuff, visiting family and friends, staying on top of the house maintenance etc. Is it just me or does house maintenance get a bit silly at this time of year? I don't think we have time to look inwardly and think about what do we want to achieve, what's on our 'to do' list?
Perhaps as adults our list is a pricier one, trips abroad seem to feature, perhaps call Il Mondo to help you with this one? But there are many smaller things that don't cost the earth but make us feel refreshed and help our wellbeing... Sorting out those wheels is one for me!
There is a list of wellbeing and support services listed in this edition for you if you need some help getting out and about or getting involved with a local group and socialising again. I know many are still struggling from the affects of lockdown. Please check it out if you think it might help. If you're a doer can you offer services and support, start up a local club or group? There are plenty of contacts who can help you with this, go check them out. Anyway, I'm off to do some wheel maintenance. Have a great start to the summer. Paul.
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Meet The Tenants
@West Studios
Saturday 13 July
Midday to 5pm
Monday 22 July
4:30 to 7:30pm
Words: Dave Elsom
Image: Tilly Fudge Design
Established in 2014 as a creative project of Chesterfield College, West Studios works closely with the local creative community to support local creative businesses, makers, independent artists and students of Chesterfield College in the creative and digital areas.
Based at Chesterfield's old grammar school, the tall ceilings and large rooms are an ideal venue for meetings, workshops and also for tenants to carry out their work.
As we approach the 10th anniversary of the official opening, an event invites you to come down and find out more about West Studios and the tenants who work here.
One of the most celebrated and fondly remembered tenants is Peter Swailes, who sadly passed away in 2022. His beautiful work will be available to purchase. An incredibly talented ceramicist, this will be a unique opportunity to see his work.
S40 Local and S41 Local magazines are both tenants - S40 Local magazine has been in operation for over fifteen years and it's sister publication S41 Local for around six years. Run by Paul and Simon, both editors are enthusiastic about the power of local community, and their enthusiasm for all things Chesterfield really shines.
You'll also have the opportunity to buy work from artists Lucie Maycock (last edition's cover artist), Octavia Inns and Sombrero Printmaking. Three very different art styles, you'll be sure to find something you'll love.
Anna Piper will have hand woven and wrapped thread artworks and textiles for sale. Anna is a Senior Lecturer in Fashion Management and Communication at Sheffield Hallam University, a textile designer and researcher.
The Pomegranate Youth Theatre (ages 7-18) provide fun workshops to teach all aspects of stagecraft with professional facilitators which promote Teamwork, life and social skills, creativity and confidence.
Gekkota Arts (age 18+) is for graduates of the Pomegranate Youth Theatre and professional actors, creating innovative and exciting work through devising and new writing.
Junction Arts was founded in 1976 and continues to bring arts experiences to a wide variety of people in the local area. You may know their events such as the Tapton Lock Festival, the Bolsover Lantern Parade and the Chesterfield Children's Festival which takes place in Queen's Park. You'll can find out more about their creative projects and also how to become involved as a volunteer or an artist.
The event has been organised by tenant Dave Elsom (this month's cover artist), who is better known as Sombrero Printmaking. "I wanted to create an open space where the local community could find out more about what all of the different tenants do behind their studio doors and really showcase West Studios as a great place to work," says Dave.
There's no need to pre-book tickets, entry is free so please pop down on Saturday 13 July (midday to 5pm) and Monday 22 July (4:30 to 7:30pm) and have a good look around. Teas and coffees will be available to purchase from the reception.
West Studios
Sheffield Road Chesterfield S41 7LL
www.weststudios.co.uk
Exploding a Myth
Origins of The Brampton Brewery Company
Words & Images: John Hirst
Ever since I began researching the Brampton Brewery there's been a question mark over when the company was established. Old companies proudly brag about their inception and use the date as often as possible in advertising, letter heads etc. When it comes to Brampton there is no such documentation. In fact the only time they mentioned the age of the company was in a Souvenir booklet produced in 1922, to mark 25 years as a Ltd Company. This booklet states that although there is no absolute proof, there is strong evidence that the Brampton Brewery originally occupied the site on which Field House (later Bradbury Hall) once stood. Adjoining the house was Brewery Yard, evidence of its former use.
The brewery also said that the exact date it was established was not known, but the brewery was in operation on its final site in 1839, then owned by two gentlemen named Parker and Bennison. Although vague, they strengthened the credibility that these facts were correct. Without any better information, I incorporated these details into the history of the brewery, although I was never really happy that I couldn’t confirm any of the facts. It was always my intention to pursue this further to either confirm or disprove these claims.
Field House was bought in 1801 by John Smith, an iron founder and owner of the Griffin Works, where he lived with his wife Mary. John died in 1814, leaving the house to his wife, who shortly afterwards established a brewery behind the house. Nothing has been found on the operation of the brewery, however, adverts appeared from 1822 onwards offering the brewery for rent, lease and later, sale. A detailed description of its sizable plant is also given in these adverts. It appears that no one took on the business. By 1843 the site was described as ‘formerly used as an ale & porter brewery, converted into eight cottages.’
A history paper on Bradbury Hall by Maeve Hawkins commented “It has been suggested that a brewery was in production in the yard until 1852 and that it was this concern that moved to large newly built premises at West Bars in that year. However, the newspaper advertisements of the time make no mention of the Brampton Brewery Company moving from elsewhere. All evidence which has been found so far suggests that the brewery was a new venture in the area at that time”.
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Brampton Brewery Chesterfield
Thomas Parkin & Co Respectfully announce to the inhabitants of Chesterfield and the neighbourhood that they have commenced brewing, and it will be their endeavour to give satisfaction by making a first rate article.
All orders will be punctually attended to. Barm & grains may be had by applying at the brewery.
N.B. – Mr George North, Agent
Documents have been examined for brewery records, including Tithe records, which have no mention of a brewery. The booklet ‘Local History in Brampton’ (1981) states that in 1841 a lace factory owner “was living in a house where the west end of Brampton Brewery now stands”.
In 1849, James Jervis of the Hat & Feathers pub on Factory Street placed an advert in local newspapers offering to let a two-room factory, 100 yards out of the Borough of Chesterfield (the approximate area where the Brampton Brewery stood). He added that the site “would be of interest to a brewer or founder, as there were vast amounts of ale & porter consumed in the area, sold by brewers at a distance from the town”, indicating that there were no brewers in the local area.
Final confirmation was discovered in an advert which ran in the Derbyshire Courier from 14th August 1852 which read “Thomas Parkin & Co., Respectfully announce to the inhabitants of Chesterfield and the neighborhood, that they have commenced brewing, and it will be their endeavor to give satisfaction, by making a first-rate article.” It transpired that there was a third sleeping partner, Francis Chambers, a brewer in Sheffield. This was confirmed in 1856 when a notification was posted in the ‘Legal Press’ giving notice that the partnership of Chambers, Parkin & Bennison had been dissolved and would continue solely with T Parkin & S Bennison (a near match to the Parker & Bennison referred to in the original brewery booklet). It looks like the experienced brewer was brought in to help the novices gain experience, Census records show they had no previous experience.
The Brampton Brewery has always featured regularly in Trade Directories, the ‘Yellow Pages’ of the day, however the first Brampton entry is not until the 1854 Melville Directory, as Parkin & Co – Brewers & maltsters, ale beer and porter. This was the first directory to be published since their commencement in 1852. In the same year a newspaper report commented on a ‘supper’ held at Griffin Inn Brampton to celebrate the completion of ‘extension works’ and erection of a new water tank. These reports are the icing on the cake, the true story of the founding of the Brampton Brewery has now been found.
To discover more about the fascinating history of Brampton Brewery check out their website and book yourself a place on one of their brewery tours hosted at the Bierhuis, Chatsworth Road, behind the location of todays brewery.
Scan the QR code below to book.
www.bramptonbrewery.co.uk
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Tanmonkey
A new way to access sunbed services opens on Chatsworth Road
Words: Paul Chapman
Images: Tanmonkey
After a long winter many of us are feeling a little pasty... that's where Tanmonkey, new to Chatsworth Road can help and it's a totally revolutionary way to top up your tan.
Open from mid June Tanmonkey takes the way you access your sunbed to a new place, no cash, no booking, no problems. Situated on Chatsworth Road opposite Morrisons (in the old showrooms of Peak Home Improvements) you can't help notice the jungle themed windows, in fact you may have seen it a few times and have wondered 'what's that place?'
A new business run by Kostas, the local entrepreneur and head chef at Odyssey Greek Restaurant and business partner to Mike at Zero Tattoo Gallery. 'We are doing things differently at Tanmonkey," explains Kostas. "Everything is automated, entering the building, paying for your tanning session, even paying for your drink is done by tapping your phone."
This is the first time the suntan booths have been teamed with the technology used to pay. You simply select how long you want tan and tap your phone to pay.
The interior is a complete escape from the hustle and bustle of Chatsworth Road, your senses are immediately transported to the jungle, a chill out
area, a few monkeys of course (not real ones!) and the tanning booths. The booths have a front changing area so there is total privacy whilst you change then step into the tanning booth, you can even link your phone to bluetooth and enjoy your own tunes.
In addition to the four standing booths there is a standard sun bed you can lie on should this be your preference.
There is a vending machine for drinks and tanning products and it's planned that fresh juices will be available in the near future.
Tanmonkey is a 'members only' service so you'll need to visit the website where you'll find all the details you'll need to access the excellent services as described above.
There will be staff on hand to ensure everthing is kept clean and tidy and to help with any queries but if everything goes to plan all you'll need to do is say 'hello' as you pass.
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YOUR Wellbeing
Looking after your mental health and wellbeing should be important to everyone. The Mental Health Foundation leads on the national Mental Health Awareness Week, in May each year and brings the UK together to focus on getting good mental health. Each year there is a different theme and this year it was 'Movement: moving more for our mental health'.
Chesterfield has their own Mental Health Network, who are a collaboration of Chesterfield services and community groups. This year the network collated a free timetable of free events which took place during the week, the groups involved are keen to welcome new faces all year around.
T celebrate the theme 'Moving more' we have highlighted some of our community groups which do just that! We have included activities available in the local area that you might not have thought about attending Before. They are a great place to meet new people, get active and improve your health and wellbeing.
Thanks to the Chesterfield Mental Health Network for sending in the information. If you'd like to be involved in the Chesterfield Mental Health group – please get along to the next meeting which on 18 September, 10am to 12pm at The Hub, at Chesterfield Football Ground. Anyone with an interest of improving the mental health and wellbeing of communities in Chesterfield is welcome. You can be a service, a community group or volunteer, please just come along!
Rethink: Endeavour Mental Health Football Group
Sessions every Monday 6 to 7pm and Thursday 11am to midday @Queen's Park 3G pitch, Boythorpe Road, Chesterfield S40 2NF.
A friendly and supportive five a side football group. For more info call Mark Hudson 07484 001842. Parkrun
Weekly 5km timed event, Saturdays 9am @ Poolsbrook Country Park, S43 3LH
Anyone taking part should arrive at around 8:45am, and first timers should meet by the pavilion café for a briefing. Remember to register beforehand, print your barcode, and bring it with you on the day. Parkrun is a free, weekly, community event all around the world every
Saturday Morning. A positive, welcoming and inclusive experience where there is no time limit, and no one finishes last. Also takes place from Hassop Station on the Monsall Trail.
www.parkrun.org.uk/poolsbrook
NEW! Holmebrook Valley Junior Parkrun
A free 2km event for juniors of all standards, every Sunday at 9am in Holmebrook Valley Country Park, Watermeadow Lane, Chesterfield, S41 8XB. An opportunity for all the family to get involved and come together on a regular basis to enjoy this beautiful space. We want to encourage people to run, walk, volunteer and be together, irrespective of their ability – this event is open to all and is totally FREE!
www.parkrun.org.uk/holmebrookvalley-juniors
Hunloke Community Garden
Open Tuesday to Friday mornings 9am to midday. Hunloke Community Garden next to Hunloke Adult Education Centre off Church Street, Birdholme, Chesterfield S40 2TF. No need to book, just turn up. For anyone to visit, have a walk around or sit and enjoy. We sell home grown plants and homemade refreshments. We are always looking for keen volunteers and gardeners to help us!
More info from Jude hunlokegarden@gmail. com or 07846 271968.
Staveley Edge Community Garden
Tuesdays 10am to 4pm @Staveley Edge Centre, S43 3XD.
Including lunch, get your hands dirty by digging, planting, weeding, and enjoying the community. We also have a newly opened community centre in Holme Hall @Wardgate Way, Chesterfield, S40. We have community cafes, free toddler & parent mornings, Support groups. Please visit our facebook pages for dates and times or pop on in and say hello!
FB: holmehalledgecentre
FB: staveleyedgecentre
Active Spireites
Tuesdays 3 to 4pm @Chesterfield Football
Community Trust, The Hub, SMH group stadium, S41 8NZ.
Weekly sessions consisting of an hour’s exercise through different fun sports games. Just turn up and have fun! £4 a session.
Senior Spireites play Walking Football in the Chesterfield area four times a week and we are always looking for new members. If you like the idea of fun, fitness, and friendship, come and play the beautiful game with us. New membership is
We aim to support those living in the community with Mental Health concerns or who are feeling isolated by organising local walks.
WE AIM TO WALK IT OUT TOGETHER
Please join us, we start at the Chesterfield Library Meeting Room 1 or 2 at 10:15am. We set off at 10:30am. For more information: Call Mark on: 07484 001842
open to men and women over 50 years old of all abilities and levels of fitness. Chesterfield Senior Spireites Walking Football was born in 2011 and is still going strong, now with over 120 members.
Playing sessions are at The Akademy, Callywhite Lane, Dronfield on Monday and Fridays from 11am to midday, and on Tuesday evenings from 7 to 8pm. There are also sessions at Eastwood Park, Hasland on Thursdays from 10 to 11am.
If you would like to try this fun sport, come along to one of the playing sessions. The first taster event is FREE and then you pay a monthly membership fee of £7.50. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Contact Ian, the Club Secretary, for more info and to book your space at: ianed@live.co.uk
Mindscapes: Walking Photography Group Tuesday 10:30am to 1pm at The Hub @Low Pavement, 61-63 Low Pavement, S40 1PA.
A mental health support group that uses photography as a mindfulness approach. A welcoming peer support environment for mental health. Gives you the chance to delve into the world of photography and explore the local town. No experience necessary, camera phone or camera required, or just come for support.
E: Mindscapes.photography@hotmail.com or pop into The Hub, The Pavements S40 1PA for more info.
Weekly Walking Session
Hunloke Community Garden: Wednesday 10:15am for 10:30am start.
Come and enjoy this hidden gem and its surrounding area on a 30 to 60 minute walk. Walkers can elect to stay for refreshments after the walk. Tea/coffee and sweet treats available for a small fee.
10:30am next to Hunloke Adult Education Centre off Church Street, Chesterfield S40 2TF.
To book a place contact Jude: hunlokegarden@ gmail.com or 07846 271968.
WEA Ways to Wellbeing: Yoga – Movement for Mental Health
Thursday 6 to 8pm online.
This gentle, mat based yoga session will focus on gentle and accessible movement to support your mental wellbeing. Person-centred, practices adapted to meet your individual needs and within your own comfortable range of movement. See www.wea.org.uk
Senior Spireites - Social & Chair based Exercises 55+
Friday’s 3:30 to 5pm @Chesterfield Football Community Trust, The Hub, SMH group stadium, S41 8NZ.
A warm welcome at the Chesterfield FC Community Trust. Reconnect with light exercise and refreshments. £4 per person.
The Exercise by Referral scheme
A free 12 week program of exercise to help improve mental and physical health – see your GP, practice nurse or health professional for more details.
www.livelifebetterderbyshire.org.uk
Derbyshire and Recovery and Peer Support Service: Chesterfield Walking Group
A peer led walking group that aims to support those living in the community, with mental health concerns or who are feeling isolated, through local walks - talk it out together.
Bi-weekly walks from Chesterfield library, meeting room 1 or 2 between 10 to 10:15am, setting off for a 10:30am start.
For details of events see social media, search: @DCCMHSP
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For info: Call Steve 07849 282125 Mark 08484 001842
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Equity Release
Smart Thinking!
A Smartphone Free Childhood
Words: Natalie James, Anna Roper & Louise Wood
As parents of older teenagers how often do I hear 'I wish they weren't always on their phones?' For many parents that ship has already sailed but for parents of primary school aged children, when to let them have their own phone is a very real dilema. We chatted to Louise Brassington about the 'Smartphone Free Childhood'.
With recent reports showing that 25% of 5-7 year olds and 97% of 12 year olds in the UK own a smartphone*, a national conversation has started about the risks of smartphone use for children.
The ‘Smartphone Free Childhood’ movement was set up in February 2024 by two mums in Suffolk, who were concerned about these statistics and news stories involving children and their use of smartphones and social media. They set up a WhatsApp group which was joined by thousands of concerned parents looking for support in delaying giving their children smartphones. They encouraged this group to grow and since then, local groups have been created to enable parents/ carers to have a constructive conversation about smartphone use for children.
After hearing about the movement, local mum, Natalie James decided to set up a sub-group for her children’s school, Walton Holymoorside Primary (WHPS). She says, “I have always had concerns about my children’s futures with regard to smartphone usage, and was aware that at some point we would have to make a decision, which would be made more difficult due to peer pressure and the fear of my child being socially excluded.”
“There is plenty of research that indicates smartphones are highly addictive and usage in young children can be harmful; leading to disrupted sleep patterns, short attention spans, slowed academic progress, social development issues and poor mental health.”
The group, consisting of parents from the school and people who live locally, aims to raise awareness about the benefits of limiting smartphone use among children and encourage alternative activities that foster healthy development. By emphasising the positive impacts on children's well-being, the movement aims to cultivate a generation of more engaged, balanced, and healthier individuals. Although still a small group, they are keen to add new members and
also encourage people to set up other sub-groups for primary and secondary schools in the area.
“Our aim is to provide a supportive and nonjudgemental environment where members can connect, exchange ideas and resources, and create a constructive conversation in their local area,” adds fellow group member, Anna Roper.
“We understand the issue is complex and aren’t here to judge other parents' decisions. We believe we’ve all been put in an impossible situation and it’s only coming together that we can change the norm. We are not anti-technology; just keen to safeguard children from harmful or inappropriate online content, cyber bullying and the risks of digital addiction.”
After attending meetings held by the neighbouring Smartphone Free Childhood Matlock community, the group met with the deputy head of WHPS, who shared their concerns and was astonishingly aware of children in years 2 and 3, already having smartphones.
More information about the local group can be found on Facebook, by searching for Smartphone Free Childhood Chesterfield, where there will be regular updates on the campaign and details on how to join the WhatsApp community. Natalie and her group co-founders (Anna, Louise and Kelly) will also be hosting a stall at WHPS Summer Fair on Saturday 13 July (12-3pm) to help raise awareness, share their newfound (“albeit still growing”) knowledge, and be on hand to answer any questions parents/carers may have about the subject.
Information about the national movement can be found at the website below or scan the QR code.
*Source - OFCOM – Children and Parents Media Use and Attitudes April 24 and March 23
Courting Success
Words: Mr Davey & Court Reporter Tayla Hancock
Images: Miss Kitt & Mr Hirst
Imagine you discover that a fake Instagram account has been set up in your name and shared with 150 others, including your workplace. Imagine that it contains a series of unflattering photos and comments about you. Imagine that this is followed by a month of abusive e-mails and text messages directed at you, causing distress and concern about how others – including your boss – may react to these events. You’d need good friends to support you.
Now imagine that you are the one accused of creating the fake profile and carrying out this campaign, leading to a charge of harassment, contrary to Section 2 of the Protection from Harassment Act, 1997. I think you’d agree you would need good friends, a strong legal team and a bench of magistrates willing to weigh the evidence objectively.
Thank goodness all these were “imagined” aspects of the lives of Brookfield’s Mock Trial team over the first half of the Summer Term. After winning their local heat in March, the team of 17 Year 8 and 9 pupils learned their roles and created compelling performances to be able to bring to life the case of Rex v. Alex Davies at the Regional Final at the start of June. Taking on the roles of Alex Davies (the defendant), lawyers, legal adviser, magistrates, usher and witnesses, the team played out the case in two halves – once as prosecution and on the other occasion defending – against schools from Lincolnshire and Humberside.
Brookfield’s young legal eagles did not have the chance to play against the fourth team that had progressed from the local heat in Warwickshire –from Rugby Girls’ High School. But after two tough rounds and deliberation by the competition judges (largely magistrates giving up their Saturday to help run the competition), Brookfield’s team were crowned regional champions, emulating the achievement of the school’s team in 2015.
Headteacher Mr Hirst, who supported the team at both Local and Regional Finals, said: “This is a wonderful achievement by an outstanding group of Brookfield students. The commitment, organisation, delivery, good-humour and team spirit of the group was incredible. I am certain some successful legal careers have been launched as a result of this competition. I know every member of the Brookfield community would have been impressed by student performances at this prestigious event.”
The team’s coach, English teacher Miss Kitt, added, “I am honestly in awe of how the student's have performed. They have done themselves and the school very proud. Their commitment, skill and courage has been brilliant to see and I hope they all come back next year to continue our winning streak!”
Miss Kitt’s co-coach and fellow English teacher, Mr Davey, said: “We hope that Young Citizens, who run the national competition, will be able to reinstate the London Final - lost during the pandemic - to mark the ten-year anniversary of our previous best performance, with next year’s team perhaps getting the chance to compete at the Royal Courts of Justice as their predecessors did.”
The final members of the team, Court Reporters Tayla Hancock and Abi Outram, add their take on the court case opposite.
Brookfield Community School www.brookfieldcs.org.uk
A student at Lanbury University has been cleared of Online Harassment at Derby Magistrates Court.
On Thursday 9th May 2024, university student Alex Davies was arrested on suspicion of online harassment of delivery driver Toni Clark. On 10th April 2024, Toni Clark was alerted by a friend about a fake Instagram profile in her name, and immediately reported this to the Instagram Help Centre.
As Miss Clark scrolled through the photos she had been sent, she was horrified to discover captions calling her a ‘cheater and a liar’. After reporting the profile to Instagram, Miss Clark started receiving 20 messages and 3-4 abusive emails a day and she later stated, “I felt completely harassed and under attack!” Toni Clark believed Alex Davies was behind this due to a rumour in college. During their time at college, Alex Davies was close to Toni Clark’s partner and was accused of spreading a rumor that Miss Clark had cheated on their partner. Alex Davies was suspected to have done this but there was no evidence to prove that she had actually spread the rumour, created the account and sent the harassing messages and emails. Due to the lack of evidence, the court could not be sure that Alex Davies was guilty of harassment.
After hearing the Not-Guilty verdict, Alex Davies was free to leave the court.
Bells For Ashgate
Words: Susan Hall
Images: As below
Local bell ringers raised over £1.4k for Ashgate Hospice, to support the appeal led by Councillor Martin Thacker MBE, Chairman of North East Derbyshire District Council.
Ringers from as far as Kent, Northumberland and South Wales came to ring at 13 bell towers in North East Derbyshire District for the Bell A-Peal for Ashgate Hospice on 11 May.
All the bells at every tower (with 5+ bells) in the district were ringing, including some weighing nearly a ton, and the little bells of a campanile.
Over 120 bell ringers and helpers enjoyed the day, plus numerous people from the local communities who came to support the event, hear the bells ringing and enjoy refreshments.
Some towers made the most of the lovely weather, turning it into a broader community event, with sales of plants, books and more.
Lee Rowley, MP for North East Derbyshire, enjoyed a cake at Old Brampton and had a go at ringing at Wingerworth.
Councillor Thacker and his Consort, Jean Spencer, visited every tower and the café. Councillor Thacker had a go at ringing at Eckington, Wingerworth and Stonebroom Campanile, and plans to visit Old Brampton again in the near future to enjoy doing more ringing.
The following day was Bell Sunday, a worldwide celebration of bells and bellringing. At Old Brampton Church a special Bell Sunday service marked the end of their Big Bells' Centenary Year.
Pictures clockwise from top: Café in Old Brampton Schoolroom (Paul Truscott); Sitting outside Old Brampton Schoolroom (Susan Hall); Refreshments at St Bartholomew's Clay Cross (Susan Hall); Rope spider blessing at St Peter & St Paul's Old Brampton (Susan Hall); Martin Thacker at St Giles Killamarsh (Paul Truscott); Ringers at St Leonard's Shirland (Lynne Biggin) & Ringing at Stonebroom Campanile (Paul Truscott).
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Chesterfield Children's Festival
Returns to Queen's Park on 27 & 28 July 2024
Words & Images: Junction Arts
The much-loved Chesterfield Children’s Festival is back, so get ready for a free weekend of live music, theatre, storytelling, dance, and art workshops.
The event, which is organised by local charity, Junction Arts, will take place on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 of July, at Queen’s Park in Chesterfield.
The festival is free and suitable for children of all ages with a diverse range of activities and entertainment taking place throughout the weekend.
NEW entertainment for 2024 includes Blockbuster Factory, a spoof movie making experience, where participants can be part of the film, taking part in a diverse range of roles, from camera person, makeup artist, daring stunt double all directed by Martin Bielsperg!
The Ghetto Fabulous Family Catwalk Extravaganza will bring the glamour and glitz as four dancers go head-to-head in a dance, fashion and lip sync competition where the audience decides the winner!
Have you ever fancied flying? With the Volo: Dreams of Flight virtual reality swings visitors can don a VR headset, climb aboard, and take flight in one of four virtual flying machines! There will also be one wheelchair-accessible swing.
And for younger festival-goers, there’s Take Flight, an interactive workshop for babies (0-2 years) and their carers, which ignites the imagination and curiosity of babies as they explore unique sensory props and toys, including laying in the aerial sling. There will also be face painting, creative workshops and circus skills!
This year’s festival will be more accessible with the help of RevoLOOtion, which provides mobile vehicles that enable disabled children and adults to use the toilet or be changed with dignity and respect, the RevoLOOtion service helps to break down barriers that often exclude them from participating in activities and events.
For more information see below.
www.junctionarts.org
@junctionartsuk
Cromford Steam Rally
Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 August 2024
High Acres Farm, DE55 6DB
Words & Images: Cromford Steam Rally
Cromford Steam Rally was first established in 1970, the show was held on Cromford meadows in the village of Cromford, as the show grew, it moved to High Acres Farm, Dewey Lane Tansley, Brackenfield where it resides today.
In 2023 Cromford Steam Rally Society became a registered charity and this momentous change altered the basic structure of the organisation, redirecting their aims whilst maintaining our original ethos.
This year the event takes plave over the weekend of 3 to 4 August 2024 at High Acres Farm, Dewy Lane, Brackenfield DE55 6DB and promises to be bigger and better than ever.
What's On At Cromford Steam?
This year Cromford Steam Rally has expanded, not all sections are in the usual area as they have made room for new exhibits and displays. The military section is a lot bigger this year allowing expansion of displays and vehicles plus they have two new sections; the car section now has a modern classic area and a small 'invite only' modern working truck section. There will also be more exhibits in the motorcycle, tractor and stationary engine areas with the working plant area seeing more plant than ever.
There will be parades in the main arena from the regular vehicle sections, including steam engines, commercials, military, motorcycles, tractors, vintage & classic cars, along with a few surprises on the day. Also at the event will be an olde tyme fair, fair organs, along with the model tent, bygones, Trade and Charity Stalls, and not forgetting hot and cold refreshments.
Please check out their social media and website for more info and be sure to check back from time to time, as more things are added.
The History Of Cromford Steam Rally
On the first weekend in August 1970, a small group of enthusiasts gathered in the historic village of Cromford to enjoy their veteran machines, lovingly preserved and restored. They probably had no idea that their little gathering would grow into one of the great annual events in the North Midlands: The Cromford Steam Rally. Within a couple of years of that modest beginning, the gathering grew into a much larger celebration of a bygone age. As well as the steam engines, always the main attraction, old cars and lorries joined in, tractor enthusiasts added a fine array of farming machines and stationary engines, motorcycles, rural crafts, models and miniature steam engines added extra dimensions. Soon, thousands of people were
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coming from far and wide to enjoy this unique panorama of nostalgia and entertainment that Cromford Steam Rally provided.
It's estimated that something like half a million people have passed through the gates of the rally field.
Since that first modest gathering in 1970, many things have changed, not least the cost and difficulty of restoring and preserving the ancient machines at the heart of our rally, yet the numbers and quality of the rally exhibits are greater than ever before.
The rally organising committee hopes that you enjoy Cromford Steam Rally, both for the exhibits and activities on the field, and for the fact that one small piece of history is being made to add to the long chronical of notable support over the years.
Admission Prices:
Tickets £15
Concessions:
65yrs and over £12
11yrs to 15yrs £12 10yrs and under FREE
Opening Times:
Friday 5pm to midnight
Saturday 8:30am to midnight
Sunday 8:30am to 5:30pm www.cromfordsteamrally.co.uk
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EXHIBITIONS
Create My World: Nature
To 27 June
A family-friendly exhibition focused on nature, worldbuilding and exploration. Get creative and bring your own digital creations to life!
[Isolation] Art Mail
To 27 June
The celebratory conclusion to a project that began during lockdown. Artist Tracey Meek exhibits as the recipient of the ‘Corridors Commission’, a collaboration between LEVEL and QUAD.
Public Open Exhibition 2024
From 4 July to 4 Sept 2024
See the best Contemporary Visual Art produced both by and for learning disabled, neurodivergent, and disabled artists in our Open Exhibition. Vote for your favourite piece! No Sleep Just Clouds
From 4 July to 4 Sept 2024
Taking visual inspiration from anime, gaming and pop culture, No Sleep Just Clouds is an immersive storytelling experience following a
neurodivergent artist, and their mission to create the ultimate, perfect piece of work.
All above exhibitions at LEVEL Arts Centre, Old Station Close, Rowsley, DE4 2EL.
See levelcentre.com
JULY
Mon 1: RSPB Lecture
AGM followed by Eastern Moors Partnership Update by Danny Udall. No charge. 7:15pm @St Thomas Centre, Chatsworth. T: 01246 201663.
Tue 2: The Life and Adventures of Henry Walker. RN. A talk by Stephen Flinders online & at St Thomas’ Centre, Brampton at 7.30pm. Chesterfield & District Family History Society. Visitors welcome. For info & to register e: secretary@cadfhs.org
Sat 6: Hasland Community choir @Rose Hill Arts Centre Midday to 1pm - hot drinks throughout. Free, come & bring your friends! www.rhac.art
Sat 6: A Musical Tour Through Europe (and briefly the USA) Chesterfield Philharmonic Choir take you on a musical tour of Europe. 7:30pm @The Crooked Spire church. £15, Seniors £12, Students & unemployed £6, Under 16s free. Tickets 07542 398803, chestphilchoir.org.uk, choir members or on the door.
Sun 7: Vegan Market New Square, Chesterfield. See chesterfield.co.uk/events
Sun 7: Vitality Blast
Cricket at Queen's Park. See chesterfield.co.uk/events
Mon 8: A Neighbourhood Nature Plan for Chesterfield At this critical time for wildlife. Transition Chesterfield hosts a free evening of small group discussions about our local priorities for action on nature and biodiversity. 7 to 8:30pm www.transitionchesterfield.org. uk or Eventbrite for booking.
Wed 10: RSPB Walk Avenue Washlands at 10am. T: John on 01246 201663.
Wed 10 to Sat 13: Beauty and the Beast Bolsover Drama Group Youth Section presents the enchanting Disney musical. The Assembly Rooms, Bolsover. Tickets £9 from bolsoverdramagroup.org
Sat 13: Music For Everyone Phoenix Concert Band Charity Concert. Profits in Aid of St John Ambulance. 7:30pm @St Thomas’ Church, Chatsworth Road. Tickets £10 (£5 child) in advance £12.50 on the door. Available from band members, Hasland Chiropody 01245 271529 or call 07729 951815. FB: phoenixband.net
Stressed & Burnt Out?
How to find calm again
I distinctly remember the moment I realised I was totally burnt out. I was standing in the carpark, sobbing, “I can’t do this anymore”. In my mid20's, from the outside, life was good. I was living in the idyllic Cotswolds, had my dream job and spent the weekends out adventuring. Yet there I was standing in the carpark, utterly miserable, exhausted and I didn't feel like myself anymore. These feelings hadn't just appeared. For months I'd known I was overworking and stretching myself too thin. I was burning out but ignored the warning signs. As burnout set in, I felt completely alone. No one else seemed to find it quite so hard and I couldn’t help but wonder if something was wrong with me?
Stress is a funny thing. It exists in everyone's life but the causes of it differ. It often comes and goes. But sometimes, the weight of it builds so gradually that you don't realise it's crushing you.
Research from Mental Health UK indicates that burnout and stress are an increasing norm of everyday living. When asked, in the last year, over a third of adults experienced high or extreme levels of stress regularly, with 1 in 5 UK workers taking time off due to poor health as a result.
Not all stress is bad. Little bits of stress are actually good and healthy. Stress motivates us into action, leads to growth and helps us to expand our comfort zone. But our bodies and minds are designed to fluctuate through periods of stress and back out.
For many, it's not a single "thing" overwhelming us - but instead the compounded impact of many small stressors in daily life.
Heard of the phrase ‘the straw that broke the camel's back’?
Despite feeling that all we need is a holiday, a big reset is not necessarily the answer. Instead, installing micro-habits into each day helps us overcome and prevent overwhelming stress. "Well-being is realised by small steps, but is truly no small thing." - Zeno
Here are five simple things you can try at home:
1. Take some time out
Step away from whatever you're doing and pause. Even a few minutes of focussing on something else, ideally without a phone or TV, can help your nervous system recalibrate.
2. Get outside
Immersing yourself in natural environments, whether in your garden, a stroll down the street or in a park, time outside is proven to reduce stress hormones and promote a sense of calm.
3. Turn down the noise
In our constantly stimulated world, sensory overload can exacerbate stress. Turn down sources of noise, like TV or music, and intentionally create quieter moments.
4. Mindful breathing
This is one of the simplest, yet most powerful, practices for activating your body’s relaxation response. Simply bring your attention to the rise and fall of your breath.
5. Write it Down
Sometimes that mental chatter seems incessant and feeds our cycle of internal stress. Make a todo list or journal to help lessen your mental load.
Want to learn more about how you can prevent and recover from acute stress & burnout? At Kula, we are running a number of workshops, classes and courses designed to help you regain control and find calm again.
For more information, head to wearekula.co.uk.
Bronwyn Benstead Trauma-Informed Mindfulness & Somatics Teacher Co-Founder of We
Are Kula CIC
What's On
Saturday 13 July
Midday to 5pm
Meet the tenants
Art Sale
Pottery Sale
Discover West Studios
West Studios • Sheffield Road • Chesterfield S41 7LL
In the College Grounds
Limited Parking Outside www.weststudios.co.uk
Sat 13: Meet The Tenants
@West Studios
Midday to 5pm at West Studios, Sheffield Road. See page 4.
Sat 13: Summer Concert
Holymoorside Choral Society
MD Andrew Marples with guest Wind Quartet. 7:30pm @ St. John’s, Walton, S42 7LT
Tickets £10 from choir, on door, T: 01246 463193 E: info@ holymoorsidechoral.co.uk
Sat 13: Smartphone Free Childhood
Visit their stand at the Walton & Holymoorside primary School Summer Fair. Midday to 3pm.
Sat 13: The ELO Experience Winding Wheel Theatre chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
Sat 13: The Christians Peak Cavern. www.thechristianslive.co.uk
Sat 13: Classic Ibiza
@Chatsworth House See chatsworth.org for info.
Sun 14: Alzheimers Walk for a Cure @ Sherwood Pines. See alzheimersresearchuk.org
Sun 14: Richard Herring
The Leadmill. See leadmill.co.uk
Mon 15: CADLHS Zeppelins
Over Sheffield A talk by Philip Godley St Thomas Centre at 7:30pm Members free, visitors £3, refreshments.
Mon 15: Mellors & Kirk
Valuation Day
Dronfield Hall Barn, Dronfield. mellorsandkirk.com
Fri 19: Brampton Brewery
Tour Learn about the history of our local brewery. £10 including a selection of beers. bramptonbrewery.co.uk/events
Fri 19: The Ultimate Classic Rock Show
Winding Wheel Theatre chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
Sat 20: Ukelele Ladies concert 2pm @Storrs Road Methodist Church S40 3NR, Followed by Afternoon Tea. Proceeds for church funds. Tickets £12 from 01246 232169.
Sat 20: Holymoorside
Horticultural Society - Open Summer Show
Holymoorside Village Hall. Open to public 2:30 to 4:30pm with staging 10am to 1pm. Roses, Sweet Peas, Summer Flowers, Homecraft etc.Schedules T: 01246 568000. Refreshments available.
Sat 20: Unity concert band and Chesterfield & NE
Derbyshire Music Centre @ Rose Hill Arts Centre
Midday to 1pm - hot drinks being served throughout. Free entrance, come down & and bring your friends! www.rhac.art
Sat 20: Craft & Makers Market
New Square, Chesterfield. See www.chesterfield.co.uk/events
Sun 21: Chesterfield Pride
Tckiets £7 plus booking fee. Stand Road, S41 8SW. See chesterfieldpride.co.uk
Mon 22: Meet The Tenants
@West Studios
4:30 to 7:30pm at West Studios, Sheffield Road. See page 4 for details.
Fri 26 to Sun 28: Tramlines Festival
Paolo Nutini, Jamie T & Snow Patrol headline at Hillsborough Park, Sheffield. See www. tramlines.org.uk for info.
Fri 26 to Sun 28: Farm Shop & Gift Fair
@Chatsworth House
See chatsworth.org for info.
Sat 27 & Sun 28: Chesterfield Children's Festival
A free festival suitable for children of all ages with a diverse range of activities and entertainment taking place throughout the weekend. Queens Park, Chesterfield. See advert and article for more information. Organised by Junction Arts.
Sat 27: Aurora Choir @Rose Hill Arts Centre
Midday to 1pm - hot drinks being served throughout. Free entrance, come down & and bring your friends! www.rhac.art
Sat 27 & Sun 28: Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out Winding Wheel chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
West Studios • Sheffield Road • Chesterfield S41 7LL
In the College Grounds
Limited Parking Outside www.weststudios.co.uk
AUGUST
Fri 2: Opera in the GardenCarmen
@Chatsworth House
See chatsworth.org for info.
Fri 2 to Sun 4: Cromford Steam Rally
See article and advert for details. High Acres Farm, Brackenfield.
Sat 3: Jig for a Kiss @Rose Hill Arts Centre
Midday to 1pm - hot drinks being served throughout. Free entrance, come down & and bring your friends! www.rhac.art
Sat 10: Find Calm Again @We Are Kula CIC. See advert and article.
Sat 10: Craft & Makers Market New Square, Chesterfield. See www.chesterfield.co.uk/events
Sat 10: Lucy Johnson @Rose Hill Arts Centre
Midday to 1pm - hot drinks being served throughout. Free entrance, come down & and bring your friends! www.rhac.art
Fri 16: Chesterfield Parkinsons Support Group Informal Chat. 2 to 4pm @St. John's Church, Walton Back Lane, Walton, S42 7LT. E: colin_ rosemary@outlook.com
Mon 19: CADLHS Finding the Way
A new Look at Some Old Roads by Philip Riden. St Thomas Centre at 7:30pm Members free, visitors £3, refreshments.
19 Aug: Kiefer Sutherland
The Leadmill, Sheffield. See www.leadmill.co.uk for info.
Fri 30 Aug to Sun 1 Sept: Chatsworth Country Fair
@Chatsworth House
See chatsworth.org for info.
Sat 24: Craft and Makers Market
Loundsley Green Community Centre, Cuttholme Road, S40 4QU from 2-4 pm. Free entry. Features multidiscipline crafters and makers who are all local. Refreshments available.
SEPTEMBER
Sun 1: An Audience with Kevin Keegan Winding Wheel Theatre chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
Thu 5: Peak in the PastPaupers Past with Tim Knebel Tupton History Society. 7pm @ Old Tupton Methodist Church, 96, Nethermoor Rd, Tupton, S42 6EN £3.50 including light refreshments
See: tuptonhistorysociety.co.uk
Fri 6: Brampton Brewery Tour Learn about the history of our local brewery. £10 including a selection of beers. bramptonbrewery.co.uk/events
Fri 6: The Illegal Eagles Winding Wheel Theatre chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
Mon 9: History of Local Tobacco Industry
NEDIAS talk by Keith Parkinson. 7:30pm @St Thomas Centre, Brampton. All welcome, Members free, Visitors £3. T: Cliff 01246 234212.
Sat 14: Craft & Makers Market New Square, Chesterfield. See www.chesterfield.co.uk/events
Mon16: CADLHS History of Old Whittington
Its Church and People, by Philip Morris. St Thomas Centre at 7:30pm. Members free, visitors £3, refreshments.
Fri 20: Chesterfield Parkinsons Support Group Chair Exercise. 2 to 4pm @St. John's Church, Walton Back Lane, Walton, S42 7LT. E: colin_ rosemary@outlook.com
Sat 21: Kelly Sheldon @Rose Hill Arts Centre
Midday to 1pm - hot drinks being served throughout. Free entrance, come down & and bring your friends! www.rhac.art
Sat 21: Oh What A Night! Winding Wheel Theatre
Sun 22 Sept: Chatsworth 10k Charity fund raiser for Blythe House Hospicecare. See blythehousehospice.org.uk for entry details.
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Regular Events
MONDAY
PILATES GROUP: 9:15 to 10:15am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Also Tue 6 to 7pm & 7:15pm to 8:15pm & Wed 9:30 to 10:30am. Call Judy to book: 07779 266057.
MEN’S SNOOKER: Friendly group of men, over 60 & 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: 10am to midday. A group for over 50s - chat, have a drink & a snack, join the quiz. Speakers occasionally. No cost but donations appreciated. An accessible event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St, S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk
ANCIENT HISTORY CLASS: The Age of Spartacus, examining the turmoil & civil wars of late Roman Republic. From 11 Sept. 10:15am to 12:15pm. Meeting Room Chesterfield Indoor Market Hall. T: Gary 07980 910896.
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.
LADIES GROUP: 1:30 to 4pm @Holy Trinity Church, Newbold Road. Bring you knitting, crochet, crafts etc. or just come along for coffee & chat. For info call 07746 668257.
DANCE ABILITY AND RACKET SPORTS: Fun, relaxed sessions for adults 18+ with additional needs. 3 to 4pm @Queens Park Sports Centre £4 carers free 01246 345555.
DANCING WITH DEMENTIA: A fun, relaxed dance session for people living with dementia and their carers 1 to 2:45pm @Queens Park Sports Centre £4 carers free 01246 345555.
CHESTERFIELD BOWLING CLUB: 6 to 8:30pm @New Beetwell St. All equipment provided. A friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome to all, complete beginners or experienced players. New members welcome. Info on T: 07813 365560. TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASS: Holymoorside Village Hall, S42 7DX. 6 to 7:30pm. Mixed ability, beginners welcome. E: TwistedSpireYoga@ outlook.com to book.
CHESTERFIELD GAMES SOCIETY: 7 to 10pm @ The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Also every 2nd & 4th Wed 7 to 10pm. T: 01246 209433 for info. MINERVA WOMEN’S CHORUS: We'd love to meet experienced singers. 7.30pm at St. John’s Church, Walton to rehearse unaccompanied songs for fun & performance. A warm welcome awaits. www.minervachorus.co.uk T:01246 567118
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.
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
HOLYMOORSIDE BAND: Rehearsals in Holymoorside URC church on Mon & Fri 8 to 9:30pm. Vacancies throughout the band. Instruments available. T: Andy on 07875 283131 or email: andybooker31@icloud.com
TUESDAY
TEA AND TOAST TUESDAYS: Holy Trinity Church Newbold, Road. 9 to midday. Everyone welcome. No charge. Join us for refreshment and friendship. Call Rev. Jilly Hancock 01246 465656.
ADULT BALLET CLASSES: All abilities welcome. 9:15 to 10:15am @Hall on the Green, Ulverston Road, S41 8EQ. To book e: sam@medleys.dance
HOLY COMMUNION SAID: 9:30am Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way.
COMMUNITY COFFEE MORNING: Storrs Road Church Centre. 3rd Tues. 10am to 12 noon. Come along for a chat & a cuppa. No charge but donation 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 07985 549427.
THE CUTTHORPE ART GROUP: Weekly meetings 10am to 12 noon @Cutthorpe Village Hall. Come and enjoy a relaxing morning. T: 07305 461604.
ST HELEN'S TAI CHI CLASS: 10:30 to 11:45am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. £2 per week. Call Veronica to book: 01246 237526.
HOLMEHALL LET'S WALK TOGETHER: Friendly group, walks lasting 30 to 60 mins at a gentle pace followed by a chat and a drink. Fortnightly. 10:30am @Holmehall Community Hub at 41 Mercaston Close S40 4UE. T: 01246 498080 or holmehallunite@gmail.com
TUESDAY MORNING WORSHIP: 11am St John's Church, Walton. More info stjohnswalton.co.uk
LOUNDSLEY GREEN WI: 2nd Tuesday each month 2 to 4pm at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way, S40 4NF. A very friendly group of ladies who would make you very welcome. Come for a visit! Call: 01246 239431 for more details.
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.
RENEW WELLBEING 42: St John's Church, Walton every Tue 2-4pm. This is a space to get together over a cuppa where it is ok not to feel ok. All are welcome to join our small and friendly group. Call Cathy on 07815796612 for details.
AFTERNOON WHIST: 2 to 4:30pm @ Holymoorside Village Hall. T: Julie on 07732 395278 or Susan on 01142 2621548. £3 per person. All welcome.
THOM’S BLOKES: A monthly meeting for men on the 3rd Tue. St Thomas’ Church Centre, Chatsworth Road. Talks, outings, fun & friendship. All welcome. Call Robin Dawson 01246 550445.
PILATES: Holymoorside Class. 3pm at Holymoorside Village Hall, Holymoor Road S42 7DX. T: 07570 456642, E: tayloredpilates@ gmail.com FB: @tayloredpilates23
TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASS: Friend’s Meeting House, S40 4AG. 5:30 to 7pm. Mixed ability, beginners welcome. E: TwistedSpireYoga@ outlook.com to book.
CHESTERFIELD PSYCHIC STUDY GROUP: 2nd Tues, meet 6:30pm, talks at 7:15pm at Friends Meeting House, 27 Ashgate Road, Chesterfield S40 4PG. Light refreshments. All welcome. For info www.cpsg.uk or call: 01246 277364.
AIKIDO MARTIAL ARTS: 7 to 8pm @Parish Centre Stonegravels, 91 Sheffield Rd, S41 7JH. M: 07939 336562 / E: mikeuk1007@yahoo.co.uk
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: 2 to 4pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels 2nd Tue of the month. £15 per year membership Call John: 07845 770442 for more info.
WEDNESDAY
STAY & PLAY: 9am to midday. For under 5s and their grown ups. Suggested donation £1 per child. An accessible event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St, S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk
LOUNDSLEY GREEN CHURCH COMMUNITY: Every Wed from 10am to 12:30pm. A warm, free space for all with tea/coffee & biscuits etc.
EASTWOOD LADIES PROBUS CLUB: 10am @1866 Lounge at the SMH Group Stadium. 2nd Wed. Speakers covering various topics, social events and a warm welcome. For info T: 01246 272193 or email yvonne3849.@sky.com
WALKING GROUP: 10:15am from Chesterfield to catch a bus to start the walk. Call Veronica to book 01246 237526 or E: vonhage2@gmail.com
PILATES CLASSES : @St Thomas’ Centre Brampton. 10:15 to 11:15am. All equipment is provided. Suitable for beginners - exercises adapted to suit all. T: Rachel on 07891 090746. BRITISH HISTORY CLASS: The Anjevin Empire, Henry the Second, Richard the Lion Heart and King John. 10:30am to 12:30pm at the Library meeting room downstairs. T: 01246 276800. HUNLOKE GARDENS WALK WITH US GROUP: Refreshments & purchase fresh produce. 10:30am The cabins Hunloke Community Gardens, Church St South S40 2TF. T: 01246 345669 or E: tina.hensey@chesterfield.gov.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.
WALTON WOMEN'S INSTITUTE: Come and join us. 4th Wed at St John's Church, Walton Back Lane 2pm. Jan to November. T: 01246 272039.
KNITTING CLUB: 2 to 4pm. Costa Coffee @ Ravenside Retail Park opposite M&S. No charge, just buy a drink. T: 0771 9763866
HOLYMOORSIDE CRAFT GROUP: An informal and friendly group The Village Hall, Committee room 2 to 4pm. All welcome. Cynthia: 01246 569250.
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.
HOLYMOORSIDE TRAINING BAND: Calling all brass and percussion players, new & old. Rehearsals 6:30pm at United Reformed Church, Holymoorside. Instruments provided if required. Call 07874 014179 or e: enquiries@ holymoorsideband.co.uk
LAURA CLOWES SCHOOL OF DANCING: The Parish Centre Stonegravels 5 to 9pm & Sat 9am to 1:30pm. T: Laura to book 07714 223722.
TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASS: Friend’s Meeting House, S40 4AG. 5:30 to 7pm. Dynamic Yoga for the fit and active. E: TwistedSpireYoga@outlook. com to book.
TREFOIL GUILD: Guiding for adults. Meets 3rd Wednesday from 7:15 to 9pm in Guide HQ, St Margaret’s Drive S40 4SY. M: 07850 063910 THE BRAMPTON SESSIONS: Revelling in rich musical traditions. Live, acoustic music sessions featuring local musicians. First Weds, 7:30pm St Thomas Centre S40 3AW. £2 FB: Brampton Sessions or M: 07739 084478
HOBBY TALK FORTNIGHTLY MEN’S GROUP: 7:30 to 9:30pm Chesterfield FC Stadium. A different hobby each time help improve mental health & wellbeing. E: hthobbytalk@gmail.com
BLOW THE COBWEBS AWAY: Recorder group - all abilities welcome. 7:30pm St Leonard's Mission, Spital. T: 01246 563224.
FREEVOICES COMMUNITY CHOIR:
The Friends Meeting House, 27 Ashgate Road. 7:30 to 9:15pm. £4. Term time. Contact free. voices@yahoo.co.uk or T: 01246 237937.
HONEY BELLES LADIES CHOIR: St John’s Church, Walton Back Lane 8pm. Available for events. E: honeybelleschoir@gmail.com
THURSDAY
ART GROUP: 9:30 to 11:30am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. No instructor. £3 per week, tea coffee & biscuits. T: 01246 209433.
CHILL & CHAT: 10am to midday. A chance for those isolated by the pandemic to socialise in a safe space. Donations appreciated. An accessible event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester Street, S40 1DN www.monkeypark.org.uk
BOWLS AT WALTON DAM: Fancy a game of bowls? Come along to Robinson Bowls Club any Thu 10am to 12pm, for our beginner’s sessions. Refreshments & bowls provided. Call 07967 262 856 or E: robinsonbowls@outlook.com
ZUMBA GOLD: Low impact exercise to music. Suitable for older exercisers. Tue & Thu, 10am & 11am both days. Chester Street Club. T: Jen 07985 549427.
CHESTERFIELD MORNING TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD: 10am to midday @ Grace Chapel, 89 Market Place S40 1PH. Speakers, lunch club, quizzes, excursions. New members welcome. T: 01246 207496
COSY CUBS BABY & TODDLER GROUP: Messy play, rhymes, story time, friends, toys & refreshments. 10 to 11am @Umbrellas Cosy Hub, Burns Cl, S40 2SW. (Term time).
CHESTERFIELD LITTERSORTERS: 10 to 11.30am. Join our team of friendly volunteers who collect, sort, count & report the single use waste from parks, walk/cycle routes. Equipment provided. 2nd Thu. E: membership@ transitionchesterfield.org.uk. transitionchesterfield. org.uk/littersorters
CENTRAL METHODIST CHURCH TODDLER GROUP: 10 to 11:30am, Babies, pre-school Toddlers, Mums, Dads, Grand-parents, carers. Activities, snacks, toys, craft tables, singing. 01246 690005 or dnemethodists.org.uk Term time.
HOLMEBROOK VALLEY PARK WALK WITH US GROUP: 10:30am for a 45 to 60 min walk including open water, woodlands & meadows. Cafe (top car park) Holmebrook Valley Park, Watermeadow Lane, S41 8XP. T: 01246 345669 or E: tina.hensey@chesterfield.gov.uk
CHESTERFIELD SENIOR SPIREITIES WALKING FOOTBALL: Over 50's, 10am to 11am at Hasland Park. T: 07767324583
TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASS: Friend’s Meeting House, S40 4AG. 10 to 11:30am & 6 to 7:30pm. Mixed ability & beginners. E: TwistedSpireYoga@outlook.com to book.
DANCING FOR HEALTH: Partner dance class, refreshments and chat. £4 a session. St Andrew’s United Reformed Church, Newbold. Contact Tracey on 07721 046757 for info.
HIGHLIGHT CRAFTS ACADEMY: Weekly Craft Club. 1 to 4pm. All craft materials and refreshments provided. £6 a session. Booking is essential. Highlight Crafts, Claycross. To book visit www.highlightcrafts.com or call 03300 889338.
HOLY TRINITY BADMINTON GROUP: 1 to 3pm @ The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Email Bernard for info & to book E: bernardandjean@hotmail.co.uk
CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other): Friendship group meeting every third Thu 2 to 4pm at St John's Church, Walton Back Lane. £2. Activities, speakers, games, fun, tea and cake. All welcome. CROCHET CLUB: 2 to 4pm bring your projects, work on them & make new friends! Knitters welcome. A charged for event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk
BARLOW NEWBOLD & DISTRICT WOMEN'S INSTITUTE: A small and friendly group of ladies, meet 3rd Thu from 3:30 to 5.30pm at Loundsley Green Community Centre, Cuttholme Road S40 4QU. Guests welcome. Info: 0753 119 7324.
DOWN MEMORY LANE: A social singing activity for people living with dementia & carers. 2 to 4pm. 2nd Thu of the month at St. John’s Church, Walton Back Lane.
YOGA CLASS: 6 to 7:45pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Contact Helen to book E: helenapol@hotmail.com
DECUS HEALING GROUP SUPPORT: 6 to 7:30pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels S41 7JH Contact Linda Tel: 07749896329 Email: linda@decushealing.co.uk
AIKIDO MARTIAL ARTS: 7 to 8pm @Parish Centre Stonegravels, 91 Sheffield Rd, S41 7JH. Call Mike 07939 336562 or E: mikeuk1007@ yahoo.co.uk
CHESTERFIELD PHILHARMONIC CHOIR
REHEARSAL: 7:15 to 9:30pm at Central Methodist Church in Chesterfield. E: publicity@ chestphilchoir.org.uk
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. New singers always welcome. No audition. Call 07989 305577 E: holymoorsidechoral.co.uk
HOLYMOORSIDE LADIES CLUB 7.30pm Thu (term time) @ the village hall S427DX. A variety of speakers & activities. £3 incl refreshments. Visitors & new members welcome (no fee).
ROSE CHOIR: We sing every genre of music and welcome all abilities. Chesterfield Studios from 7:30 to 9:30pm. E: sarah.menzies@ chesterfieldstudios.co.uk
OPEN FOLK NIGHT: Hosted by Brampton Community Band. Third Thu. 7:30 to 9:30pm @ Victoria Inn, Victoria Street. T: 0797 1400219.
ICHTHUS CANOE CLUB: Outdoor evening sessions - Matlock Bath, Chesterfield Canal & Walton Dam. Monthly Sat pool sessions at Sharley Park. E: canoejmc@gmail.com. See www. ichthuscanoeclub.co.uk
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.
PILATES: Improvers level. Walton St John's Church @7:45pm. Call Clare: 07990 771155.
FRIDAY
HOLYMOORSIDE BOWLING CLUB: Want to try out bowling? Come along Friday - 10 to 12pm. Refreshments & all bowling equipment provided. A friendly club, all welcome, of any age, who simply want 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.
SLOW SOCIAL: 10:30 to 11:30am. 3rd Friday. Check website for venues. Free Networking event for freelancers & independent businesses. To register www.slowsocial.co
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. All welcome.
KEEP FIT CLASS FOR MATURE MOVERS: 2 to 3pm @ Holymoorside Village Hall. Combination of Sit & Stay Fit exercises, standing exercises, dance moves. Improve balance & strength. Friendly group. T: 07413 068092.
BOARD GAMES CLUB: For neurodiverse people 5:30 to 7pm. An accessible event. Fortnightly at Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St, S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk
FITSTEPS: 6 to 8pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. T: Laura to book 07714 223722.
KFC (KIDS FRIDAY CLUB): For primary ages. Term time 6 to 7pm Walton Evangelical Church, Moorland View Road. T: 01246 231002. waltonchurch.org
ADULT BALLET CLASSES: All abilities welcome. 6:30 to 7:30pm @Hall on the Green, Ulverston Road, S41 8EQ. To book: sam@medleys.dance 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 THE CHESTERFIELD ART CLUB: 7:30 to 9:30pm - 2nd & 4th Fri. (not Aug or Dec). Whittington Moor Methodist Church Hall, Scarsdale Road S41 8 NA Worknights & demos. Visitors & new members welcome. T: Helen on 0785 0064478
REFUGEES FROM REALITY GROUP: 7:30 to 10:30pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. See refugeesfromreality.co.uk for more info.
CHESTERFIELD CO-OPERATIVE CHORAL
SOCIETY: 7:30 to 9.30pm. chesterfieldchoir.com
SATURDAY
BLOKE'S BACON BUTTY BREAKFAST: Last Saturday 9 to 11am @Holy Trinity Church, Newbold Road. Chat, catch up and banter over a mug of tea or coffee & a bacon butty. For info call Rex or Dave on 07717 224474.
QUEEN’S PARK DR BIKE: 1st Sat from March ’summer’ hours 9.30am until 1pm. Free bike repairs, adjustments and checks while you wait. FB: ChesterfieldDrBike or inclusivepedals.org.uk
BREATHWORK: 9:45 to 10:30am. Held in the cafe and is accessible but does sometimes take place upstairs; follow us on Facebook for up-todate information Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St, S40 1DN monkeypark.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 repairs, woodwork, sewing etc. Cafe. E: repairs@transitionchesterfield.org.uk
MONKEY PARK SEWING CLUB: 10:30am to 12:30pm. Upstairs in our Co-work Space Suggested donation £5 to include use of sewing machines. Fortnightly at Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St, S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk
JUMBLE SALE: First Sat. Midday at Annunciation Church Spencer St. (Entrance Queen St.) Call 01246 232686 to confirm.
SATURDAY NIGHT WHIST: Walton Village Hall, Walton Back Lane, S42 7LT. Semi partner whist from 7 to 9:30 pm. £3 per session. Refreshments. All welcome. T: 01246 278778.
SUNDAY
CARSINGTON WATER BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS: Free walks held on the first Sunday of the month. Booking advisable. Call 0330 678 0701.
ST JOHNS WALTON: SUNDAY SERVICES 9am & 10:45am. Info stjohnswalton.co.uk
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.
PETER & ST PAUL OLD BRAMPTON CHURCH: Sunday Services 9:30am - everyone welcome. www.oldbramptonchurch.org.uk
HOLYMOORSIDE TENNIS CLUB: Social tennis. Sun 10am to midday, Tue 10am to midday & Thu 2 to 4pm. Pay & play £3 pp. or Membership £80 PA. Coaching available. Just turn up or email holymoorsidetennisclub@googlegroups.com
SUNDAY SERVICE: 10:30am at Storrs Road Methodist Church. More info can be found at dnemethodists.org.uk
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP: Central Methodist Church, Saltergate at 10:30am. All welcome. For details: www.dnemethodists.org.uk
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP: 10:45am for regular morning worship. The Gospel Mission Congregational Church, Old Rd. Brampton.
FRIENDS OF SPITAL CEMETERY TOURS: 2nd Sun at 1pm from Spital Cemetery lodge at entrance at bottom of Hady Hill. Pre-book. Tours arranged at alternative times. Suggested donation £5. E: spitalcemeterytours@gmail.com
THE WAY: 1st Sunday. 3 to 4:30pm at Walton Evangelical Church, Moorland View Rd. A church based group for adults with additional needs & carers. Tea/coffee, biscuits, activities, and a warm welcome. T: 01246 231002 or waltonchurch.org
MESSY CHURCH FOR ALL THE FAMILY: 4 to 6pm. Last Sunday. The Parish Centre Stonegravels. To book call Jilly: 07746 668257. HOLYMOORSIDE RAINBOW WHIST: 2nd & 4th Sunday Holymoorside Village Hall @7pm. Other times & venues. Call Sue: 01246 278778.
GENERIC EVENTS
RAINBOWS & BROWNIES: Brownie's meetings on Mon, Tues, Wed and Thu (weekly). Guides and Rangers meet on Mon, Tue & Wed (weekly). See girlguiding.org.uk for details and to join up.
3RD BRAMPTON SCOUTS, CUBS, BEAVERS & SQUIRRELS: Mon Beavers (6 to 8 years), 5:30 to 6:30pm, Cubs (8 to 10.5), 5:30 to 6:30pm. Fri Squirrels (4 to 6), 5:15 to 6pm, Beavers (6 to 8), 5:30 to 6:30pm, Cubs (8 to 10.5), 6 to 7pm and Scouts (10.5 to 14), 7:30 to 9pm. For both boys & Girls. St Thomas’ Centre. T: 01246 567409.
AURORA A CAPPELLA: (Home of Harmony) is a female A Cappella choir. Come and join us! Experience & ability to read music is not necessary. T: 07810 892978, e: aurora. chesterfield@gmail.com or aurora-chorus.org.uk
HAVE YOUR SAY CHESTERFIELD COMMUNITY GROUP: For residents of Abercrombie/Chesterfield Conservation Area & Stonegravels. To be kept up to date E: HYSchesterfieldcommunity@ protonmail.com ot call T: 07471 420352.
PARISH CENTRE STONEGRAVELS: Chesterfield venue with varied events taking place throughout week. T: 01246 209433 or see parishcentrestonegravels.co.uk
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Garden Tips
For a sustainable garden
Words: Transition Chesterfield & Inspire Community Garden
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June's Tips...
The first half of June was cool and damp, but as gardeners we’re optimists and there’s still chance for a good summer yet. These are some general guidelines to follow…
1. Given how wet it’s been, this may seem a bit strange, but check anything in containers to see if they need watering; the leaf cover can divert the rain and stop it actually reaching the soil.
2. Keep weeding; if it stays wet, hoeing won’t be effective as the plants won’t dry out, but pulling weeds is much easier if the ground is damp anyway.
3. Stake tall-growing plants; the best height for supports is about two thirds that the plant is expected to grow to, so they’re hidden from view – you don’t want to be looking at a garden full of canes.
4. If you were organised enough to get salads in early you should be able to start harvesting, and pick cut and come again leaves. Depending on the weather, some fruit and veg may also be ready for use.
5. It’s not too late to sow some herbs and salad leaves – there’s plenty of different mixes available, and they will grow more or less until the first frosts anyway; they grow well in pots or any container. Vegetables that are suitable for over-wintering (mostly roots) can also be sown now – check the instructions on the packet.
6. Lots of house-plants will appreciate a spell outside, tucked into a shady (but not too dry) spot. Remember to water and feed them, even if it rains, which is quite a treat for most of them, as it cleans the leaves very effectively.
7. Watering is best done in the morning to avoid spreading pests and diseases.
8. Container plants should be fed ideally with an organic liquid fertiliser. In well-tended soil – one regularly manured and mulched with compostfeeding shouldn’t be necessary.
9. Dead-head ornamental plants such as roses to keep the display going for longer. However, some wildlife feed on the hips (which are quite ornamental), so leave them to form, especially later in the season.
10. Relax and enjoy yourself – the garden is supposed to be fun!
If you’d like some inspiration or advice on how to garden sustainably, visit Inspire Community Garden on Wednesday lunchtimes, Thursday evenings or Sunday 10am to 3pm.
Grey Mélange & Black. Full Travel System 2 in 1. Included in the sale; Chassis, Carrycot base, Seat unit, Rain cover, Handle safety bar, Hood, Foot muff. Comfort wheeled board with seat. Utility Bag. Instructions.
Excellent condition. Reconditioned, cleaned & ready to use. Collection only.
T: 07724 386444 (Walton)
Adventure Playset - The Pathfinder: £25
Two swings, glider seat, slide & extra younger child swing. Suitable DIY project as some components will need replacing. Buyer dismantles & removes. Original owners manual & assembly instructions.
T: 0777 5561810
Free: Qualcast Hand Mower
No grass box.
T: 01246 568973 (Brampton)
Hayter Lawn Mower: £55
Rotary petrol mower.
T: 07800 858487 (Brampton)
Bedheads: £20
2 single padded (Ivory) bedheads , never used.
T: 07925 263366 (Walton)
First 50 years of CAMRA Good Beer Guides: £40
Track the fortunes of the wellregarded Flat Beer Club! Few " a little tired", but less than £1 per edition.
T: 01246 906820 (Walton)
One for Fergie Fans: £50
Unique piece of United memorabilia. Genuine broadsheet newspaper print plate for the back page of The Times of May 27, 1999, celebrating their (first?) "Treble". Wasted in a cupboard; the perfect gift. Worth all of the asking price.
T: 01246 906820 (Walton)
Prog Rock Charterhouse Alumni: £30
Complete run of 14 Genesis CDs: from genesis to revelation (1969) to Genesis (1983) Very few played more than once. All for £30.
Hammond Ivory wardrobe 7ft high by 3ft wide. 2 doors VGC.
T: 07925 263366 (Walton)
Handbag: £35
Bradford Exchange Wolf handbag cost £160 will accept £35
T: 01246 540543 (Walton)
Personal DVD Player: £25
T: 01246 540543 (Walton)
Calor 7kg Butane Gas Bottles: £10
Empty, 2 available, £10 each, good cond. Collection prefered.
T: 01246 590143 (Ashover)
Beco Dishwasher: £75
As new Beco white dishwasher 2 years old instructions 45cm wide. Buyer collects.
T: 07870 139902 (Brampton)
Carhartt Parka: £25
Work In Progress Tropper Parka. Bright orange insulated jacket. Good condition. Bought from Vinted but too large. Size M.
T: 07764 801080 (Brookside)
GCSE Revision Cards: £10
Combined Science Physics, Combined Science Biology & Combined Science Chemistry. For AQA Grade 1-9. £27 to buy new.
T: 07764 801080 (Brookside)
Trolley Jack: £25 ono
Small Hilka hydraulic trolley jack. Lift 135 to 330 mm. New in original box with instructions etc. Lifts a car in seconds - great for car DIY'ers.
T: 07787 436523 (Holme Hall).
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The National League Years Book
Words & Images: Michael South
WIth the first batch of The National League Years (2018 -25) selling out we've ordered a second print run and to celebrate have included a repeat of the giveaway from the last edition and extended the deadline a bit for entries to 2 August 2024!
The photographic book is filled with all the facts and figures - “Chesterfield FC - The National League Years (2018-24)” is available to purchase for £19.99.
“What's in it?!” I hear you say. Well apart from the stats we remember the years from the relegation to the promotion, including; The Community Trust takeover. All the home games in the Covid season. Managers coming and going. We touch upon the passing of Ernie Moss, Jordan Sinnott and John Duncan. The return of Paul Cook and of course the promotion! All documented with around 500 photographs. All that including a foreword by Jamie Grimes AND an introduction by Ollie Banks. Why buy the book?
• The first edition limited was limited to 204 copies (the amount of league points and goals in the 23/24 season)
• A donation from each sale goes direct to the Ernie Moss memorial fund
• Each book Individually numbered
• Free exclusive 6x4" photo of Paul Cook and Jamie Grimes with the National League trophy.
• Free UK Delivery
Back Cover Synopsis
On the 1 May 2018, Chesterfield FC goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale was the last player to kick a football at home, in the Football League. 2153 days later the Spireites sealed their National League promotion back to the football league, after a 3-0 win against Boreham Wood on home turf. David Garratt (Legends of the Spire Podcast & Fanzine) and Michael South (Michael South Photography) guide you through the unofficial account of the ups and downs of the last six seasons with photographs from home matches and quotes from the players. Including previously unpublished photographs of Paul Cook and that fantastic title clinching game which saw the Spireites lift the National League trophy. Relive the goals, the celebrations and the players parading the trophy in front of a sell-out home crowd. You can order the book by visiting the website below of scan the QR code on the opposite page... or you could enter our giveaway!
bit.ly/CFCyearbook
Michael South has kindly donated a copy of the new book to give away to one of our readers. If you'd like a copy:
• Email LEAGUE TWO to paul@s40local.co.uk
• Text LEAGUE TWO to 07764 801080
• Complete the form below, and send to: CFC LEAGUE TWO Giveaway S40 Local West Studios S2 Sheffield Road, Chesterfield S41 7LL.
Please get your details or forms to arrive with us by close of play Friday 2 August 2024.
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The South are back on the road and doing what they do best - perform the songs of that great British pop institution, The Beautiful South, to the thousands of fans of these timeless classics.
The South are an impressive nine piece band who feature former members of The Beautiful South including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles. Since Dave Hemingway, the original singer, left the group at the end of 2016, Gaz has moved across to front the band with Alison and taken on vocal duties.
Since the demise of The Beautiful South in 2007, this exciting live band have spent 11 years touring the theatres and festivals of the UK up and down the country, bringing back the full sound and arrangements of these treasured songs - A Little Time (the number one single), Perfect 10, Rotterdam, Song For Whoever, Old Red Eyes Is Back, Good as Gold, Don't Marry Her plus many more singles and album tracks as well as a few choice South originals. These songs span an impressive 18 year career starting way back in 1989!
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 THESOUTH to paul@s40local.co.uk
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• Complete the form below, and send to:
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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 26 July.
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 £30.
buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/event/the-south-2
For more information please see: www.thesouth.co.uk/tour-dates
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