Whats Around Magazine March 2018 by Ibstock Life

ISSUE 152 MARCH 2018

whatsaround

YOUR FREE LOCAL COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

www.whatsaround.co.uk

INSIDE THIS MONTH

Easter Church Services Coalville Literary Festival Local Events And much moreâ&#x20AC;¦.

SEE PAGE 37

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

Please mention WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AROUND when responding to adverts

IN THIS ISSUE

Welcome

Editor Vanessa Preece

01530 417739 Email enquiries Advertising/Accounts info@whatsaround.co.uk Website/What’s On admin@whatsaround.co.uk W

www.whatsaround.co.uk facebook.com/WhatsAroundMag @whatsaroundmag

Ashby Life

Rockleigh House 37 Burton Road Ashby de la Zouch LE65 2LF

What’s Around is an independent publication. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the prior permission of the editor. The use of this magazine for canvassing or direct marketing is strictly prohibited. Information is included on the What’s On and Community Board pages subject to space being available. Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that the data in this publication is accurate, What’s Around cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services appearing in this magazine. Can we please add - All adverts are published in good faith using information supplied by each company, on the understanding that relevant permissions have been obtained.

Would you like to

advertise

With the freezing temperatures outside as I write this it feels strange to be working on our Easter issue and I’m longing for those longer, lighter days with hopefully warmer weather. Nevertheless Easter is only a matter of weeks away and on pages 18 & 19 we have all the details of the local Easter church services. As Spring arrives we always get inundated with details of local events starting to take place. This month we have the Aldi Ashby 20 Road Race, the re-opening of the 1620’s House & Garden, ideas for family fun during the Easter break and our usual What’s On guide for March.

COPY DEADLINE

Happy Easter everybody. Don’t eat too much chocolate!

April issue Thursday 8th March

Vanessa Support

your local community

BUY LOCAL

At What’s Around we are proud to promote local independent businesses

in What’s Around?

It’s a fantastic way to target potential customers and great value for money. See our website or call us on 01530 417739 for details Please note advertising space is limited, pre-booking is recommended

nd whatsarou

ISSUE 152

MARCH 2018

YOUR FREE

UNITY MAGA LOCAL COMM

INSIDE THIS

ZINE

k around.co.u www.whats

MONTH

ch Services Easter Chur ary Festival Coalville Liter akes Perfect Panc more…. And much

SEE PAGE

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

“Your aches and pains are our priority” We are conveniently located in Ashby town centre. With over 20 years of experience local Chartered Physiotherapist Darrin Morris and his team can provide friendly, professional treatment and advice for a wide range of injuries and conditions.

l l l l l l l l l l

Back and neck pain Sports injuries Joint pain Tendon and muscle injuries Whiplash injuries Headaches Arthritic conditions Children’s conditions Neurological conditions Complimentary therapies

Simply Call us at ProPhysio on 01530 588557 or visit our website at www.prophysiomidlands.co.uk for enquires or to arrange an appointment Registered with major health insurance companies

Evening and Saturday appointments also available for your convenience

To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

IN THIS ISSUE

Contents Coalville Literary Festival

Whats on for Families

Health & Fitness Advice

Easter Church Services

18 & 19

Pet’s Corner

Interior Design Tips

Technology Tips

A Walk in the Forest

Ibstock Surgery News

Swannington Heritage Trust

Community Board

Beauty Tips

Quiz

Book Reviews

Whats On

28 & 29

Ashby Museum News

Puzzle Page

In Your Garden

Recipe of the Month

The 1620’s House & Garden

Puzzle Solutions

Business Directory

What’s On at the Palace

40 & 41

Buying a house?

Guessing the state of the drains could end up costing you £1,000s Before you make an offer, go in with your eyes open. A Homebuyer Drain Survey gives you everything you need to make the right decision: • A full underground condition report (including CCTV footage). • A full above-ground condition report covering manholes, gullies and pipework.

• A map showing where the drains are, as well as who has responsibility for them (you or the water authority). • An honest assessment of your options, including costs to repair, if we find a problem.

80% of our surveys find no issues. But when we do, we could save you £1,000s. So don’t just hope for the best. Book your Homebuyer Drain Survey today.

Call us now

01530 510571 countydrains.co.uk

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

Please mention WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AROUND when responding to adverts

The Aldi Ashby 20

is nearly here! WHEN:

Sunday 18th March 2018 at 10am

WHERE: Starting at Upper Packington Road and finishing on the Bath Grounds Ivanhoe Runners are pleased to announce that Aldi Ashby 20 is back in town! The two lap course will circuit around the local villages of Packington, Swepstone, Heather and Normanton Le Heath finishing on Ashby Bath Grounds. The event which is ideally placed for pre spring marathon distance runners has recently received a ‘gold award’ by the British Association of Road Races, who are involved in the governance and standards setting for the sport of road running. The Aldi Ashby 20 is very much a community event raising over £10,000 for local charities and organisations over the past 5 years. It also brings money to local business including shops, restaurants and hotels. The event has close links with Aldi who this year are supporting Teenage Cancer Trust. The event is also raising money for Heartwize Runners, Hospice Hope and Wishes 4 Kids.

Why not come and support our runners, soak up the atmosphere or even get your children involved in the fun run? You can come and spectate and cheer the runne ers on during the race. Popullar spots are Packington, Sw wepstone and Heather. Watch and be in nspired by the finishers at the Bath Grounds. There will be ho ot food and drinks available here at the race village. Cheer on the children at the fun run - This is a great opportunity for your children to get active, have fun and feel the sense of achievement running brings.

COURSE MAP

ROAD CLOSURES

The official Temporary Traffic Order is until 5pm and roads will close and reopen in sequence to keep the closures to a minimum duration. Please consider the road closures and plan your journeys accordingly. One-way operation will be in place for the majority of the race route. Vehicles will not be allowed along the side the runners are on. The map indicates the direction of the runners. The one way system for cars will therefore be in a clockwise direction of the route. Two short sections will be fully closed for 10 mins (Upper Packington Rd from Leicester Rd to Lower Packington 9.55-10.05 and Ashby Rd from Lower Packington Road 10.0010.10). Mill St closed 09.05-10.15. 3-way traffic lights will operate from 09.00 – 13.30 at Gallows Lane/Swepstone Road junction. Directions are in place for traffic from Ashby to get safely and easily to Springs and the new Garden Warehouse on Gallows Lane. The route takes you to Measham, then out on the Swepstone Road to come the other way up Gallows Lane to the two businesses.

Please see our website for more details www.ashby20.co.uk

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

Leading the way in providing an AFFORDABLE PROFESSIONAL service

Westminster Law Wills & Estate Planning

If you are over 65 it will only cost you £75* to make or update your Will. We are also Lasting Power of Attorney Specialists - only £85* each LPA if instructedd during the Will appointment. Our priices include home visits and In nheritance Tax advice. Call us now for a no obligation chat on: 01509 833081

www.westminster-law.co.uk

email: info@westminster-law.co.uk

Westminster Law, 19 Kirkhill, Shepshed LE12 9PA

*OUR PRICES INCLUDE VAT. These very special rates are only available if you are over 65 years old. Our normal low price for a standard single Will is £125, £195 for two.

Pathfinding Therapy Based at the clinic in Coalville, Lisa has 16 years experience, giving you the best care and advice in all nail and foot ailments including; Nails cut & ﬁled Ingrowing toenails Hard skin removal Corns removed Thickened nails Infections/fungal Verrucae Pre-holiday foot care inc. nail paint Lisa is fully qualiﬁed and insured with the SMAE Institute at Maidenhead. A member of both The College & British Association of Foot Health Professionals. MCFHP MAFHP.

Call Lisa on: 07956 816381 www.completefootcare.org

COUNSELLING SERVICES

I can help with the following areas:

• Bereavement • Couple Counselling • Stress • Social Anxiety • Sexual Problems • Self-Esteem • Depression • Anxiety Andrea Headington

I’m a registered Person Centred Counsellor. I support others with their emotional well being. My focus includes grief, loss, relationship problems and self-esteem, as well as the particular challenges experienced by men and women.

Tel: 07749 921431

andrea@pathfindingtherapy.co.uk www.pathfindingtherapy.co.uk

To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

COALVILLE WRITES

‘ Coalville Writes’ Literary Festival – March 8th to 10th –

Words in all their guises are coming to Coalville this March as part of Coalville Writes, a festival of writers and writing, poetry and prose and all things word-related for adults and children alike. Award-winning author, Joanne Harris, will be performing work from Honeycomb, a collection of 100 dark and interconnected tales to be published later this year. #Storytime, is a live show, featuring excerpts from the book, along with projections, original music and songs, written and performed by Joanne and her band. It premiered in London as part of the Tête-à-Tête festival and is an intimate, quirky and darkly magical show for anyone who loves folklore, fantasy and fairytale. Bittersweet Chocolate Co will be on hand to satisfy sweet cravings at a screening of Chocolat. Journalist Emma Bamford replied to a‘crew wanted’ advert, quit her job and bought a one-way ticket to Borneo to live on a boat with a man she’d never met (and his cat). She’ll tell all about her adventures in exotic, far-flung places and explain how she landed a publishing deal to write about her escapades. She’ll also be giving advice on life writing – including why it’s not always a good idea to start at the beginning! Emma Pass, author of critically acclaimed books for young adults (ACID, The Fearless), will give an insight into the secrets of creating alternative futures and imaginary worlds, from generating ideas to deciding what people in your world eat for breakfast! Sophie Snell, will deliver dark and twisted tales based on folklore from the furthest rural corners of the British Isles. Andy Reeves will help the children (and their adults) to invent monsters and bring them to life in drama and poems. Dr. Rhyme, our strolling minstrel, will be writing bespoke poems and a giant metal Whale might swallow you whole to offer a playful and submersive theatre experience. 10

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

There’ll be a chance to buy fantastic books that you won’t see anywhere else in the pop up book fair, with stalls from local writers, booksellers, and independent publishers, as well as screenings of Adaptation and The Borrowers and much, much more. Coalville Writes was created with support from Arts Council England, The National Forest and NW Leicestershire District Council. For more information and to book tickets visit www. coalvillewrites.co.uk

ALPACA PARK FARM

A warm welcome & delicious home cooked food awaits you with a view over our 5acre pasture, who knows what animals you may see!

Visit KNITTIQUIP for your knitting, crochet, embroidery & cross stitching projects or join the family at one of our many knit & natter workshops. Up & Coming Events Mothering Sunday Kids Craft Sessions Easter Bunny Hunt

For more details, pop in or call 07870380013

Find us at Main St, Snarestone DE12 7DB Monday - Sunday 10AM-4PM

Please mention WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AROUND when responding to adverts

Woodward Veterinary Practice

…your local vets WE HAVE MOVED TO BRAND NEW PURPOSE-BUILT PREMISES!!

meeting ALL the needs of your pets! 24HRS EMERGENCY CARE – FROM VETS YOU KNOW!

• Consultations by Appointment • • Ask about our Loyalty Discount Plan • • Emergency Appointments Available • • Discounts Available from 5% to 20% • OPENING TIMES Mon-Fri: 8.00am-8.00pm Saturday: 8.30am-4.30pm Sunday: 9.00am-2.00pm Bank Holidays: 8.30am-4.30pm Ivanhoe Business Park, Smisby Road, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 2UZ enq quiries@woodward-vets.co.uk

www.woodward-vets.co.uk

Tel: 01530 412035

11th.

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

Quality Trips ys and Holiday p from Roberts Travel Group

Day Trips 27.02 Winter Warmer Cruise in the Peak District £42 03.03 Shrewsbury £22 04.03 Kew Gardens Orchid Festival £43 07.03 Bury Market & Oswaldtwistle Mills Shopping £25 09.03 “Florimania” at Hampton Court Palace £49 10.03 London: The Shard’s Champagne Experience£60 10.03 London: Oxford Street Shopping £25 11.03 Mothers Day Sunday Lunch and Trent River Cruise £45 11.03 Crufts 2018 £70 16.03 NEC: Stitching, Sewing and Hobby crafts £29 16.03 Cheltenham Gold Cup Day - Best Mates Adm £69 16.03 Cheltenham Gold Cup Day -Tattersalls £85 17.03 Hereford Market, River Wye Cruise with Cream Tea £39 18.03 Welsh Steam Train & Afternoon Tea £59 £25 18.03 York Medieval City 20.03 Peak District Explorer: Castletown, Buxton and Bakewell £23 22.03 Evita The Musical at Birmingham Hippodrome £69 23.03 Emmerdale Studio Tour & Leeds £43 £66 25.03 Harry Potter Studio Tour 28.03 Liverpool & China’s Terracotta Warriors £47 29.03 London Postal Museum £42 29.03 London Zoo £59 30.03 Easter Gathering “All aboard the Danny” £59 31.03 RAF Centenary Gala at the Royal Albert Hall £119 31.03 Skegness Seaside £22 31.03 Disney on Ice at Birmingham Genting Arena £65 01.04 Harry Potter Studio Tour £66 02.04 Bridlington Seaside £25 03.04 Spalding & Springfield’s Shopping Village £22 06.04 Whitby Seaside £25 06.04 War Horse at Nottingham Theatre Royal £85 07.04 Cheddar Gorge & Caves £43 07.04 London Hyde Park £25 07.04 London West End Show: 42nd Street £118 07.04 London West End Show: Lion King £125

08.04 Adam Henson’s Farm Park & Bourton on the Water 12.04 James Herriott World Museum 14.04 Torvill & Dean’s Dancing on Ice at Arena Birmingham 14.04 Downton Abbey at Highclere Castle 14.04 RHS Cardiff Flower Show 15.04 Chester City 15.04 Chester Zoo 18.04 Yorkshire Delights: Knaresborough & Harrogate 21.04 Emmerdale: The Tour with time in Esholt Village 21.04 Portobello Market & Nottinghill 22.04 Stratford upon Avon 27.04 Brick Lane Wartime Music Hall “St Georges Day Celebrations & Afternoon Tea” 28.04 Skegness Seaside Special 29.04 Stream in the Sky, followed by Sunday Lunch 04.05 Kew Gardens Dragon Trail 05.05 Liverpool & China’s Terracotta Warriors 06.05 Hunstanton Seaside 06.05 Sandringham House, Museum and Gardens 07.05 Cleethorpes Seaside 10.05 Lancashire’s Ribble Valley - Guided Tour 11.05 “The Band” at Birmingham Hippodrome 12.05 RHS Malvern Spring Flower Show 12.05 Kirstie Allopp’s “The Handmade Fair” at Ragley Hall 14.05 Bakewell Market & Mason Mills 15.05 Castle Howard York (Light Lunch Included)

£36 £34 £79 £47 £39 £23 £44 £23 £59 £25 £22 £75 £22 £55 £43 £47 £22 £39 £23 £34 £85 £42 £39 £22 £59

All prices are per person Please call 01530 816425 for a brochure, or visit www.robertstravelgroup.co.uk for our full selection Alternatively you can visit our Travel Centre at The Limes, Midland Road, Hugglescote, LE67 2FX

ABTA Number Y6278

2018 BROCHURE OUT NOW CONTACT US TO RESERVE YOURS

FREE SECURE PARKING

TRAVEL GROUP

AVAILABLE FOR EVERY TRIP & TOUR

To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

WHAT’S ON FOR FAMILIES

What’s on for

families

With two long weeks of school holidays coming up this month you’ll be looking for ways to keep the kids entertained – look no further than our round up of local family fun this Easter…….

Easter Vintage Festival The Great Central Railway have their annual Easter Vintage Festival from Friday 30th March to Tuesday 2nd April. Climb aboard and step back in time to a country fayre at Quorn and Woodhouse Station. There’s gallopers and a big wheel, traction engines, craft stalls, vintage cars, commercials and tractors. There is also a real ale tent with live music every day. Visit www.gcrailway.co.uk for more information and to book.

Paddington 2

If you missed it at the cinema this is your ch hance to see Paddington 2 (U). The sequel sees ou ur favourite bear carrying on spreading joy (an nd marmalade) wherever he goes with Hugh Grant G as the has-been thespian villain. Saturday 31st March starts 7.30pm at Century Theatre, Co oalville. Admission £3.50, pay on the door or book o online www.centurytheatre.co.uk. Call 01530 2778 444.

Calke Abbey Head to Calke Abbey from Saturday 17th March through to Sunday 25th March between 11am and 3.30pm to see the new-born lambs from Calke’s rare-breed Portland sheep flock – you might event catch a lamb being born (garden ticket required). Return from Friday 30th March – Monday 2nd April and join the Easter Egg Hunt. A map with clues to point you in the right direction is available with a delicious treat waiting for you at the end. Children must be accompanied by an adult and it is £3 per hunt. Visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/calke-abbey for more details.

Bosworth Water Park

As well as the usual activities and attractions, the Bosworth Bunny returns to Bosworth Water Park on Sunday 1st April 10am – 11am for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. All children are welcome to attend. Visit www. bosworthwatertrust. co.uk for more m information n.

Easter Woodland trail

Hunt for woodland animals on an Easter H Woodland W trail at Ulverscroft Manor Yew Trail on o Tuesday 27th March. There are 3 time slots available: 10.30am, 11am or 11.30am where you fo ollow the animal trail and collect your Easter egg e from the Easter Bunny. It is £3.50 per child which w includes a trail map, Easter egg prize and tales with Tom, the tale teller, in the yurt. Booking is essential. Please call Helen Stonehurst ehurst Farm on 01530 244914 244914. Easter is the perfect time for a visit to Stonehurst Farm in Mountsorrel. Throughout the Easter holidays, there will be plenty of baby lambs to see as well as laamb feeding. There will be chick handling and Easter bunnies to pet. All of this in addition to the usual farm animals, tractor ridess, playgrounds and motor museum. See ehurstfarm.co.uk for details. www.stone

nd ideas for many more family days Our What’s On page at www.whatsaround.co.uk has details of local events and out. Upload details of your events at www.whatsaround.co.uk/submit-event.php And follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date with all that’s happening locally.

Whats Around cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services appearing in the magazine. We always recommend that you check with the event organiser before your visit.

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

COME VISIT US IN OUR SETTING

K.S DIGITAL AERIAL, SATELLITE & CCTV SPECIALISTS

AERIAL SYSTEMS

FROM £60

SATELLITE SYSTEMS

FROM £60

CCTV SYSTEMS

FROM £250

REPAIRS AND MUCH MORE

07948 021241 K.S.DIGITAL@OUTLOOK.COM on

@KSDIGITALIBSTOCK

Please mention WHAT’S AROUND when responding to adverts

HEALTH AND FITNESS ADVICE

Put more years in your life and more life in your years! Why not have the best quality life possible for as long as you can, surely that’s worth having? If you don’t already exercise you are one step away from achieving better life quality. For a small amount of your time you can take these ‘life-changing’ actions. There are 168 hours in a week so it’s not a great sacrifice to give up 2-4 hours per week in order to do some exercise.....that’s all you need to do to help make your life count! By exercising regularly you can soon feel energised, more positive, feel your shape changing and start to cope better with all that life throws at you. Here are some, but not all, of the benefits of exercise: ♥ Reduced stress levels ♥ Improved stress management

♥ Improved coping skills ♥ Improved weight management ♥ Improved energy levels ♥ Improved management of existing health issues/ injuries Exercise is all about giving yourself the best chance possible to live a happy, positive, healthy and fulfilling life. It gives us a much better chance of coping and managing any illnesses and diseases life may throw at us. It may not change the outcome of such a thing but it will certainly give you the best chance possible to fight it! Go on give it a go, we all owe it to ourselves to take responsibility to manage our health and life quality! Mark Padgett www.mppersonaltraining.co.uk

♥ Improved mobility ♥ Improved immune system ♥ Reduced blood pressure ♥ A more positive mental outlook

Let local people know about business by advertising in

your l l l l l

Delivered to 6,300 local homes each month Established for over 10 years Trusted by local residents Affordable, effective ad dvertising Professional advert desiign

Magazine Advertising FROM

PRICE PER ISSUE

£22+VAT

Call us on 01530 417739 or visit www.whatsaround.co.uk 16

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

great

get fit with the best training plan for you! Weight Buster

We are absolutely dedicated to helping you become fit and healthy, and we offer a variety of packages designed to fit into your lifestyle. Mon

Tue

7:30

Wed

Thu

Sat

7:30

8:00

8:45

9:15

10:00

10:30

11:15

11:40

17:30

18:30

19:30

New improved weight loss £100 for 10 weeks personal support with weekly weigh ins, 2 gym fitness classes and tailored advice plus discounted access to other classes.

Fitness for Life

£50 per month no contracts, unlimited gym fitness classes. Also offer 1-2-1 sessions with Mark.

l Gym Fitness Class l One-To-One l Step Class l Legs, Bums, Tums & Bingo Wings

www.mppersonaltraining.co.uk St James Business Centre, Highfield Street, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 3BN Call: 07855 668618 Email: mark@mppersonaltraining.co.uk

ealth “Improve your h and well-being”

To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

Easter Church Services 2018 Holy Trinity, Normanton-le-Heath March 11th 9.30am Mothering Sunday Family Service March 25th 6pm Palm Sunday Holy Communion March 29th 7.30pm Maundy Thursday Holy Communion when we remember Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; last supper with his followers April 1st 9.30am Easter Day Communion for all ages

Holy Rood, Packington

March 11th 11am Mothering Sunday Family Service March 25th 11am Palm Sunday Holy Communion March 30th 7.30pm Good Friday: the Way of the Cross. A more meditative service April 1st 11am Easter Day Communion for all ages

St Bartholomew, Snarestone

March 11th 11am Mothering Sunday Family Service March 25th 10.30am Palm Sunday Community Worship April 1st 11am Easter Day Communion

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

Wesleyan Reform Church, Ibstock

March 30th 7pm Morning Walk of Witness will take place in the housing development between Pisca Lane and Station Road in Ibstock - this is a Churches Together event 7pm

Evening Service at Ibstock WR Church

April 1st 8.30am Communion Morning Service followed by breakfast 6pm

Evening Service led by Rev. Steve Ward

Churches Together Lenten Meetings:

March 1st 7.30pm at the WR Church March 15th 7.30pm Ibstock Baptist Church March 22nd 7.30pm This will be hosted at the WR Church but will be led by the Methodist Church members March 29th 7.30pm at St Denys Church

March 25th 8am Holy Communion

St John’s, Hugglescote

April 1st 9am Holy Communion (a quiet prayer book service)

9.30am

10.30am Easter Day All Age Worship

Palm Sunday Procession & Service

March 29th 7.30pm Eucharist, Foot-Washing and Vigil

12pm

Holy Baptism

March 30th 2pm Good Friday Service

March 25th 9.45am Holy Communion with blessing of palms

St John the Baptist, Heather

March 31st 8pm Easter Vigil

March 26th & 28th 7.30pm Night Prayer

April 1st 9.30am Easter Service & Egg Hunt

March 29th 7.30pm Join the Communion service at Ibstock

St Christopher’s, Ellistown

March 30th 2pm An hour at The Cross

March 25th 11.15am Palm Sunday Procession & Service 3pm

Messy Church

April 1st 10.30am All Age Holy Communion

St John the Baptist, Whitwick

March 30th 7.30pm Good Friday Service April 1st 11.15am Easter Service & Egg Hunt

St Mary’s, Snibston

March 25th 10.30am Holy Communion

March 30th 2.30pm Service of Reflection April 1st 10.30am Holy Communion

April 1st 8.30am Easter Service

St Andrew’s, Thringstone

St Deny’s, Ibstock

March 25th 11am Holy Communion with blessing of palms

March 25th 9am Holy Communion

March 27th 7.30pm Night Prayer

April 1st 9am Holy Communion

March 29th 7.30pm United service of Holy Communion

St George’s, Swannington

March 30th 11am Churches Together Walk of witness 7.30pm

April 1st 4pm Holy Communion

An hour at The Cross

Other Easter Events

March 25th 10.15am Procession around Whitwick village. Easter Egg Hunt in Whitwick Park after the service at St John the Baptist. March 30th 9.40am Churches Together Service at Mount St Bernard Abbey 9.50am Walk of Witness to Whitwick and Thringstone 12.15pm Service on The Green Thringstone and refreshments April 1st 6.30am Sunrise Service at Warren Hills Rock

HOME & INTERIORS

Give your home a

new colour scheme

Starting a new year can make most of us feel quite uncertain but at the same time excited. So, to kick off this year’s first interiors feature why not give your home a fresh coat of paint? There are colour schemes that will give your home a fresh new look and get your home ready for the spring season. With the daffodils, snowdrops, blue bells and tulips all blooming in succession over the next few months they’ll be carpeting the woodlands and lawns with an extravagant display. Why not take inspiration from nature when deciding on colour schemes? This month we give you the top five colour schemes to choose from:

1. Golden Ochre - For an energetic start, go for the golden ochre which became one of the key trends last year. This yellow hue will energise and give your home a boost of sunny energy! 2. Sage Green Add a sage green colour with neutral walls to work with furniture made from natural materials. Include greenery such as house ferns and succulents and botanical wall art to add an amazing soothing colour which will give your home a sense of tranquility. 3. Shades of Purple - Pantone has recently announced its colour of the year “Ultraviolet”, so you will see shades of purple appear in many home furnishing stores. Accessorizing the room with vases, cushions, and soft furnishings will be enough to turn any head with this vibrant colour. Before too long, you will have bluebells to fill the vase! 4. All White - for those who are uncertain about which colour to go for, white on white is a great safe option for you to add any colour to the scheme. 5. Pink Blush - taking the inspiration from the pink blossoms, pink bluebells and tulips. A hint of pink will certainly work well with any soft pastels and fill your home with love, heartwarming feelings and happiness. 20

Interior tips with FABCO in-store designer Eddie Ong

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

For everything you need for your garden there’s Sunnyside.

LEICESTER ROAD, IBSTOCK, LE67 6HL

01530 263418

www.sunnysidegardencentre.co.uk Afternoon Tea £8.95 a person

Come and enjoy our delicious 3 tiered selection of fresh sandwiches, cakes and scones.

Available Monday - Saturday 2.00pm - 4.00pm

Booking required 24 hours in advance

LUNCH

TEA

Six Item Special

Main Menu / Specials from

Cake Club Oﬀer

Served till 11 a.m Mon - Sat

Served daily 11- 4. Sunday Roast - £8.50

Served 3pm - 4pm Mon - Sat

BREAKFAST

£3.99

£7.50

£3.00

To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

A WALK IN THE FOREST suppplied by Liz Roberts

Trent Valley

Noon Column

TThis month we visit our second d of the six carved noon columnss. o EEach of these represents the ccharacter of a different part of tthe National Forest and this one iis carved in the form of a flood marker reflecting the natural wetlands in which it is located. Croxall Lakes is situated at the joining of the River Trent with the Tame and the M Mease and provides habitat for a ri and breeding birds. There wide range of wintering he edge of the lake, close to is a hide situated on the the noon column, and itt is well worth taking a pair of binoculars. Among the sspecies seen on site are d short eared owls lapwings, oystercatchers and n water voles being there are also signs of otters and present. We took our dogs on th this walk up to the x noon column but if you want to explore further you should be aware that there are parts of the site where dogs are not permitted.

Our walk starts at the Croxall Lakes Nature Reserve car park which is situated on the A513 at Alrewas. If you are coming in from Catton it is on the right just after you go under the railway bridge. The closest postcode for Sat Nav users is DE13 7AR. This short stroll a like to takes less than 30 minutes though you may e reserve or spend time exploring other parts of the e hide. You doing a spot of bird watching from the could also combine your walk with a trip to the a National Memorial Arboretum (adjacent to Croxall o on the Trent & Lakes) or a visit to Fradley Junction e aaway). Mersey Canal (just a short drive It is worth taking a moment to enjoy the fine view g up over the lake (1) from the car park before starting gh the metal kissing your walk by going through

gate on your right which leads onto a wide trackway. Follow this trackway up with n the the lake on your left and railway embankment on o your found it right hand side. We fo a lovely quiet spot in n terms of meeting very few people but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised tto see trains passing by on the embankment above you fairly regularly. p There are a few openings where you can walk e shore of the lake getting a good o right down to the view of the island in places. Ju ust keep following w the marker posts (2) along the h wide track as itt bends around. After a while you willl come to the h bird hide (3) on your left hand side e. I can recommend going inside and op pening up th he shutters er to take a loo ok at the wildfowl outt on the lake e. Just after the bird hide you will come m t noon n column (4). The sun will shine directly ec to the thrrough the h slot for about 15 minutes around true no n oon (which is 12.06 in wintertime and 1.06 in summertime). ti O n On the opposite side of the track to the noon co n is an archway (5) which leads underneath n olumn the railway line and into the eastern side of the n ur reserve. You can also follow the trackway k y nature s ig ahead to explore straight f end of the reserve. After the far a finished exploring just you have retrace your steps to the noon m and bird hide and then column head back down the track with the lw embankment on your left railway to return r to the car park.

All walks are checked before publication but please be aware thhat paths may change over time and with the seasons.

By Liz Roberts

walks Includes 12

Find us online at www.w whatsaround.co.uk

Walks for all in the Heart of the Forest

in the Walks for all Forest Heart of the

plus great

trips out for

all the family

by Liz Roberts A fully illustrated book of 12 local walks plus great trips out for all the family. Find out more at www.nationalforestwalks.co.uk

Daytime and evening French classes for adults! Get ready for your holidays by learning useful conversation French or improving your French learnt at school. Book now for classes starting after Easter For all the details about the classes go to: www.languageforfun.org/list-ofclasses/ashby-de-la-zouch-leicester

or contact Jane phone 07397329211 or email jane@languageforfun.uk

Please mention WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AROUND when responding to adverts

SWANNINGTON HERITAGE TRUST

Hough Mill Opens Easter Day The Mill Team have been working hard during the winter. Having finished the sack hoist they have moved the flour dresser from the top floor and are reassembling it on the Meal Floor (ground floor). So come along between 2pm and 5pm on any Sunday from Easter to the end of September to see the changes. Easter at the Mill Come and join us on Monday 2nd April, between 2pm and 4pm, for our annual extravaganza comprising a woodland trail leading to an Easter Egg, craft activities, a chance to explore the mill and try some of the machines, plus refreshments. To ensure that we have sufficient eggs for your children, please book a place, see details on our website – www.swannington-heritage.co.uk Guided Heritage Walks Our programme of guided heritage walks starting at Hough Mill includes: Woodlands and Conservation, 2pm Saturday 31st March. A four mile walk to the Swannington Incline and back. Features will include several woodlands planted during the last twenty years, historic village

buildings and former coal mining and railway sites. Ancient Coal Mines to New Woodland, 2pm Sunday 27th May - a two mile walk around several former coal mine sites that are now woodlands. Jessop’s Tramway and the Coleorton Railway 10.30am Monday 28th May. A 6.5 mile walk along part of William Jessop’s 1794 tramway to the Charnwood Forest Canal, a packed lunch stop at Newbold and returning via the 1833 Coleorton Railway. All walks have a maximum of 20 places and can be booked by emailing swanningtonwalks@gmail.com or telephoning 07474 610112.

Delivering to the local community for 140 Years

F R E E D E L I V E R Y

£ 2 0 0 P A R T E X C H A N G E

Tel: 01283 223600 FREE PARKING www.richardsonsfurniture.co.uk richardsonsf rnit re co k

peterstockton45@gmail.com

Grove Street,Swadlincote,Derbys DE11 9DA 24

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

The

RAM INN Ibstock

01530 587540 - High Street, Ibstock LE67 6LG

March Gig Guide Sat 3rd - SOUL N MOTOWN CLASSICS by Michael Boncour outstanding vocalist Sat 10th - P!NK TRIBUTE By Miss Understood Sat 24th - BANANARAMA TRIBUTE Dust off those dancing shoes and get ready to be taken back to the 80’s Fri 30th - SOLOASIS Solo tribute to Oasis and Liam Gallagher Sat 31st - FREDDIE MERCURY TRIBUTE by the outstanding Mario Megaro All entertainment starts 9.30pm and all are FREE ENTRY! BINGO EVERY SUNDAY FROM 3pm - ALL CASH PRIZES We have Sky sports and Free WiFi

Ibstock’s Number 1 Venue For Live Entertainment To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

BEAUTY TIPS with Zowie from Mrs P’s Powder Room. This month we welcome on board a new addition to our panel of local experts; Zowie from Mrs P’s Powder Room. Zowie kicks off her beauty tips with some invaluable advice on looking after your nails…… 1. A great way to protect your nails from staining would be to use clear high gloss nail varnish purchased from any superstore and reapplied as required …. just remember if you do have gel under always remove polish with non-acetone nail varnish remover. 2. Always get nail enhancements removed by a professional to avoid damaging your natural nail. Most nail technicians remove the product they have applied for free if replacing or for a small charge. What’s better? Fresh nails in a beautiful condition or weak thin nails that break and tear?? NEVER PICK THEM OFF!!

grit such as 200/240 is gentler so is better for your natural nails. Always only file one way as this is less traumatic to your nail bed, never back and forth. 4. Use hand moisturiser regularly. Look for one with UV-Filter to protect the hands from premature aging. 5. Use cuticle oil ….massage into your cuticles and nail bed 3 times a week to keep your nails and cuticles hydrated. 6. Exfoliate your hands! Yes, exfoliating isn’t just for your body, you should do this with a scrub containing botanical oils. This will remove old dead skin cells and moisturise your skin promoting new skin regrowth. Over time it will also REDUCE small lines and wrinkles!! Et voila, beautiful nails!!!!

3. When filing your nails at home always look at the grit of the nail file. A high

Get overlays on natural nails £25 Get extensions with tips £30

Zowie Parker, Mrs P’s Powder Room

HAVEYOU HEARD?

Get Sculptures £35 – Gel toes £25 Full Luxury pedicure £30 All treatments use day Bio Sculpture gel a 5 star rated vegan-friendly product which promotes natural healthy nails

Call Zowie Parker on 07713 631991

You can ‘like us’ on Facebook

www.facebook.com/

Whats-Around-Magazine

You can ‘follow’ us on Twitter

@whatsaroundmag

Keeping you up-to-the-minute with local news and events 26

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

PLUMBING & HEATING We are a specialist plumbing and heating company located in North West Leicestershire. We offer quality services from full central heating systems, servicing and maintenance,

BATHROOM SOLUTIONS ■ Complete Bathrooms ■ Replacement / Repairs ■ Tiling / Accessories

HEATING SOLUTIONS

■ Full Heating Systems ■ Energy Saving Upgrades ■ Replacement Boilers/Servicing

info@mjmplumbingandheating.co.uk Please call us for Advice and a FREE quote on

FREE

to total refurbishments and bespoke systems.

ON SELECTED WORCESTER BOSCH BOILERS

www.mjmplumbingandheating.co.uk

01530 832412 07885 511 670

Please mention WHAT’S AROUND when responding to adverts

WHAT’S ON

What’s on in

March

Thursday 1st March Funhouse Comedy Club

Tuesday 6th March Stephenson College Networking

Thurs 8th – Sat 10th March Coalville Writes

An evening of comedy at the Lyric Rooms with Gary Delaney, Luke Toulson, Sean McLoughlin, Matt Smith and compere Spiky Mike. Doors open 7.30pm for 8.15pm start unless otherwise stated. Food available 7.30pm to 8pm. For more information call 01530 415 039 or 0115 952 5050 or visit www.funhousecomedy.co.uk

An evening of quality networking - develop new contacts and help grow your business. Arrivals: 5:30pm with drinks and canapés in the Bistro. Free onsite parking. No membership fees to pay. Tickets half price at £5. Contact Kelly Suffolk on ksuffolk@ stephensoncoll.ac.uk or 07775 826 305.

Saturday 3rd March Harmony Singing Workshop With The Young‘Uns

is a celebration of writers and writing, poetry and prose and all things word related, taking place in and around different venues in Coalville. Look out for gothic tales and book launches, rhymes from their very own wandering minstrel, workshops, talks, readings – and even a popup book fair. Oh, and a whale. Visit www.coalvillewrites.co.uk/ for more information.

Tuesday 6th March Murder on the Orient Express

Friday 9th March Victoria and Abdul (PG)

No experience necessary and no need to read music either. Just be prepared for a lot of fun and a jolly good sing lead by one of the top harmony singing groups. At Thringstone Community Centre from 10am to 4pm. Cost is £30. Email Sue Kendrick on suek@ folkonthefarm.co.uk call 07981 356388

Sat 3rd – Sun 4th March Brickish Weekend

One of the largest displays of LEGO in the UK. The National Space Centre joins forces with the Brickish Association to create a weekend dedicated to LEGO. The building will be filled with LEGO creations, rare kits, planes, trains and automobiles. Plus a gallery dedicated to LEGO space, with real and fictional craft. Visit www.spacecentre.co.uk for more details and to book.

A retelling of the Agatha Christie classic with Kenneth Branagh as the detective Hercule Poirot. Century Theatre, Coalville, starts 7.30pm. Admission £3.50, pay on the door or book online www.centurytheatre.co.uk Call 01530 278 444.

Wednesday 7th March Funhouse Comedy Club

An evening of comedy at the Lyric Rooms. As part of the English Comedian of the year competition 10 comedians will battle it out in this prestigious talent show. Doors open 7.30pm for 8.15pm start unless otherwise stated. Food available 7.30pm to 8pm. For more information call 01530 415 039 or 0115 952 5050 or visit www.funhousecomedy.co.uk

Queen Victoria strikes up an unlikely friendship with a young Indian clerk named Abdul Karim. Packington Memorial Hall. 7pm for 7.30pm start. Adults £4 and children £2. Tea and coffee served from 7pm for £1.

Friday 16th March Swan Lake

Vienna Festival Ballet returns to the Century Theatre with their magical production of Swan Lake. With one of the best-known love stories and glorious music from Tchaikovsky, it has become the most popular ballet in the world. Cost: £24 advanced, £25 on the door. Performance starts at 7.30pm. Visit centurytheatre.co.uk for more information or to book your ticket.

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

Tuesday 20th March Thringstone WI

‘Wicked Women’!’The speaker this month is Graham Sutherland who will be talking about notorious women and their exploits. Thringstone WI meet on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm at the Methodist Church Hall, Thringstone. Visitors are always welcome. A charge of £5.00 to include refreshments and a raffle ticket is made. For more information please email thringstonewi@gmail.com or ring Susan on 01530 459295.

Weds 21st – Sat 24th March Agatha Christie’s ‘And Then There Were None’ Presented by Coalville Adult School (Bridge Road) Drama Group where ten strangers are invited to an island

by a mysterious host and start to get killed one by one. Could one of them be the killer? Tickets: £8.00, Concs: £6.00 available from www.casdg.org, Hermitage FM coffee lounge, Call 01530 460992 or Ashby TIC on 01530 411767.

Thursday 22nd March Sence Valley Supper Club

Enjoy fine food and good company. The club welcomes new members, old friends and acquaintances alike to its monthly culinary evenings. March’s venue is The Gelsmoor Inn, Griffydam, LE67 8HP, 7pm start with the meal at 7.30pm. They use shared transport where possible. For further information, please contact Jane Boyce – 07967 489 235 or email jane_boyce@ hotmail.co.uk

Saturday 24th March 1620s House and Garden Spring Fayre

Go along and treat yourself with a variety of craft and local artisan stalls in the Tithe Barn Tea Room from 11am to 4pm. Refreshments available and it is free to enter and park. See www. doningtonleheath.org.uk/events/ spring-fayre/ for more information.

It’s FREE to put community information on this page or on our website. Please submit your full event details online at www.whatsaround.co.uk/submit-event.php. Deadline for submissions for the Community Board or What’s On pages for the April issue is Thursday 8th March. Information is published subject to space being available. We always recommend that you check with the event organiser before your visit. Whats Around cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services appearing in the magazine. For any queries please email admin@whatsaround.co.uk

Let everyone know about your local event through online

Upload your event FREE at www.whatsaround.co.uk/whats-on.php and we’ll share them with local audiences.

Or for just £15 you can opt to highlight your event This guarantees prime position at the top of the online events page and inclusion in the magazine.*

See www.whatsaround.co.uk/whats-on.php today To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

* subject to print deadlines

Ashby Chiropody & Podiatry Clinic expands… Ashby Chiropody & Podiatry Clinic has been well established in Ashby for over 18 years, helping local residents with all types of foot issues from heel pain to nail disorders to corns and calluses. Eight years ago they relocated to their current premises on The Vaults, South Street complete with a modern ground floor surgery ensuring accessibility for all. Kath and Louise, the in-house Chiropodists have over thirty years’ experience between them. Both have completed a three-year degree course in Podiatric Medicine at Birmingham School of Podiatry and both graduated with First Class Honours. Through their careers with the NHS and in private practice they have become well skilled and knowledgeable in all aspects of Podiatry and Chiropody. At the clinic they treat people from all walks of life ranging from children to senior citizens and offer a personal, caring service.

Welcome Juliet!

This month they are delighted to welcome Juliet to the clinical team. Juliet has been working in Leicester NHS and is a diabetes specialist Podiatrist with a special interest in bio-mechanics. Juliet’s arrival enables the clinic to open for extended hours offering more appointments. Her specialist knowledge will also be a huge benefit to diabetic patients. All of the team are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and are

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

members of The Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists. They adhere to a strict code of practice which involves updating their professional knowledge and undergoing regular continuing professional development.

Do you have problems with… • Foot pain? • Heel pain? • Nail disorders and nail care? • Painful in-growing toenails? • Corns and calluses? The clinic offers an extensive list of Podiatry and Chiropody treatments. This includes minor operations to remove painful or infected toenails under local anaesthetic.

Keep your feet in good health health. Call to make an appointment today on 01530 564200 or pop in to the clinic at 16 The Vaults, South Street, Ashby LE65 1BF (Located on The Lamb Passage alongside The Lamb Inn)

www.ashbychiropodypodiatry.co.uk

Prevention is the best cure!

Did you know that the foot is made up of 26 bones, 30 joints and over 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments? The best way to keep your feet in good health is to take active steps to look after them. The team at Ashby Chiropody & Podiatry Clinic can provide comprehensive advice on posture, footwear and diabetic footcare. Straightforward changes can make all the difference to keep your feet comfortable and healthy. The team offer great advice and helpful hints on insoles, off-shelf Orthotics and can even refer you for a full bio-mechanical assessment if required.

Health & Care Professions Council Registered

Open Monday to Friday

Please mention WHAT’S AROUND when responding to adverts

Following a recent re-fit and expansion of their Ashby showroom, Fabco have added an amazing selection of furniture from Duresta together with Fabco’s handpicked bespoke sofa and occasional furniture range. There’s a massive choice of soft furnishings, fashionable shades in amazing velvet cushions, textured cushions, ‘Country themed’ cushions from Maison Voyage patterned throws, and a mirror collection to die for! Quirky ornamental items add that bit of style, and there’s a great selection of side and coffee tables on which to display them…… The all-new lighting collection, with styles and ranges from one of the UK’s largest respected quality suppliers. Niche carpets and flooring ranges, including the beautiful Amtico luxury vinyl tile collections. There’s also a fantastic selection of beds, including the all-new Sealy Naturals collection for 2018, and luxury hand made beds from Gainsborough, and many more to choose from - there’s something for everybody - Guaranteed!

There’s a free large car park right on the door step, no stress, and it’s just so easy!

BUYING A NEW BUILD ?

Find out how much you can save on your new Amtico flooring fitted by professional Amticotrained installers with FABCO. Enquire in-store for more details!

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

THE THE FLOORING FLOORING ANDAND BED BED COMPANY COMPANY LIMITED LIMITED Dents Road, Dents Nottingham Road, Nottingham Road Retail RoadPark, RetailAshby-De-La-Zouch. Park, Ashby-De-La-Zouch. LE65 1JSLE65 1JS

01530 01530 564 864 564 fabcoltd.co.uk 864 fabcoltd.co.uk

To advertise in Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

ASHBY MUSEUM NEWS

Childhood Memories We were delighted that our Childhood Memories loan box was recently borrowed by Griffydam Primary School to support Key Stage 1 and 2 learning. If other schools wish to make use of any of our 8 loan boxes, please get in touch with the Museum on 01530 560090. They cover a wide range of interests. Representatives from NWLDC have also borrowed two of our boxes in a presentation for training purposes and given us very positive feedback. Also we were pleased to loan a small section of our Standard Soap archive, to help with a practical talk on personal hygiene, to Stuart Warburton who used it with an after-school history club partnership between Coalville History Society, All Saints School and Ebenezer Baptists. Thanks to Robert Eaton, we have just been given further material from Stevenson and Barratt, who were important estate agents in Ashby for much of the 20th century. We will give more details of this acquisition in next monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issue.

If there are any Davenports in the town who want to investigate their family history, we have a detailed family tree going back to Joseph Davenport 17101773. Please contact Pat Dixon on the above number. Friends of Ashby Museum The next talk will take place on Wednesday March 14th at 2pm. The speaker is Wendy Freer and she will talk about the life of Ann Ayre Hely, the Crimean war nurse who lived at Ravenstone. The cost is ÂŁ3. Please book your place for what will surely be a popular talk. More details about the talk in May to follow.

Ibstock Kitchens

Kitchens, Bathrooms, Bedrooms & Study needs We design, supply and fit quality kitchens bathrooms and bedrooms All of our installations are fitted and supervised by Adrian who has built up an excellent customer relationship and has been fitting kitchens and bathrooms for over 20 years.

c ounts! t a h t g in t it f e h t Its t: 01530 264399

Call us today to make an appointment where we will be happy to discuss every aspect of your new kitchen or bathroom - from design to installation, including plastering, tiling and decorating. Due to full order book we are now taking orders for April.

67 Leicester Road, Ibstock LE67 6HN e: info@ibstockkitchens.co.uk www.ibstockkitchens.co.uk

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

SPECIAL OFFER WE’LL PAY THE VAT!

01530 887 651

Please mention WHAT’S AROUND when responding to adverts

IN YOUR GARDEN

Monkey puzzle tree This is a really unusual looking tree which bears no resemblance to a monkey. It is in fact a type of conifer that has the official Latin name Araucaria araucana. Native to Chile it is the hardiest of all the conifers and grows over 40m high. It is incredibly prickly with rigid pointed needles along its branches. It was once commented that it might be very difficult for a monkey to climb and hence the common name ‘monkey puzzle’. These trees date back 200 million years and were around at the time of the dinosaurs. You can see a huge 40meter high monkey puzzle tree locally at Calke Abbey, close to the road that runs between the house and the church. In this parkland setting this tree is perfect. It is a tree not appropriate for small domestic gardens. I suppose because they are available about a meter high and look like fantastic structural plants, which they are, people buy them not realising they get too big for most gardens. As they grow these trees become very greedy and take all the water and nutrients from the ground

M arch ga rden in g jo

• Pre pa re see d bed s to borders • Add org an ic matte r

we ring shr ubs, dog • Cu t back wi nte r flo gra sse s wo ods an d orn amen tal ring bul bs • Pla nt summe r flo we mp s th at are too big • Div ide peren nia l clu th at have fin ish ed flo w• Dead he ad Na rci ssi fol iage eri ng bu t do no t cut the • So w sweet pea s • Sta rt we edi ng

By local garden designer, Francesca Sinclair For bespoke contemporary and traditional garden design www.francescasinclair.co.uk – 07901 547 360

around them, so much so that very little will grow underneath. Also these trees tend to drop their branches and the huge heavy prickly branches could do some serious damage. A young tree has branches down to the ground but as they become older they shed the lower branches. A mature tree with its lower branches all shed looks rather like an enormous chimney sweeping brush. This species can live for as long as 1000 years and the trunk could have a diameter of over 3 metres. Surprisingly, Araucaria can be found on the slopes of rocky volcanoes and its bark is fire resistant, even surviving lava flows! However, in order to thrive, the monkey puzzle tree requires cool moist conditions which are free of pollution. In Chile local tribes eat the seeds from the tree and these are a staple of their diet. Every tree has either male or female flowers. The seeds are dispersed by squirrels and birds and are pollinated by wind. In the 1800s and 1900s the timber from the Araucaria was used in mines as props for railway sleeps and paper pulp. As the trunk of the tree is big and straight it was historically used for ship’s masts. However since 1990 the trees have become protected.

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

Happy gardening!

To advertise in Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

THE 1620s HOUSE AND GARDEN

The New Season at the 1620s House and Garden We still have one event to look forward to in March before we open fully for the season: Saturday March 24th from 11am to 4pm

Spring Fayre

Come along to our Spring Fayre in our barn tea rooms, where we will have a variety of stalls to enable you to treat yourself. Refreshments will be available. This event is FREE admission for all, which will give you access to the Spring Fayre and gardens, the house will not be accessible. The 1620s House and Garden then fully re opens for the 2018 season on Good Friday March 30th at 10.30am with a really exciting programme of events: Friday March 30th to Sunday April 1st from 10.30am to 4.30pm

The Sealed Knot Society

move into the house and gardens for the weekend, really bringing it to life. This event is usual house admission plus a £2 additional charge per person, or just £2 if you already have a season ticket. Under 3s are FREE. Sunday 15th April 1.30 – 3.30pm Join Nick Gravestock in the Great Chamber for an afternoon of late Elizabethan and Jacobean lute and guitar music played on replica period instruments. Usual house entry applies. Friday 20th April 7.30pm

‘New-Fangled Songs in 1620’

Nick Gravestock and Carmel Edwards – will be performing as Ayres and Graces in our barn tea rooms, The word ‘new-fangled’ sounds modern but was used by Shakespeare, and other writers of the Elizabethan and Stuart era, and simple means ‘newly made’ or ‘newly written’. These Newfangled

Songs’ is a programme of songs poems and instrumental music from around 1620 performed by Nick and Carmel. They will pick pieces that showcase the new songs and pieces, as well as some from the preceding decade or two that were still popular in 1620. They will include some poetry of the time, including Shakespeare. Ticketed Event. Keep an eye on our website and social media pages for other planned events, there’s lots to look forward to including our popular Plant Hunter’s Fairs and this year’s outdoor theatre ‘Pride and Prejudice’. We look forward to welcoming customers old and new.. Visit www.doningtonleheath.org.uk for more details and ticket prices.

Do you feel embarrassed or self conscious about wearing dentures? We offer Difficulty eating or chewing foods FREE due to loose teeth or dentures? consultations Looking for a permanent solution? Ready to look younger and feel great?

New Clinic in Coalville

following the success of our Burton, Derby and Woverhampton clinics we are delighted to be offering our services to Coalville

Call Beautiful Dentures and let us create your solutions

01530 839000

www.beautifuldentures.co.uk

32 Belvoir Road, Coaville, Leicestershire. LE67 3PN

Please mention WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AROUND when responding to adverts

WHAT’S ON AT THE PALACE...

M aarrc rch March

INDOOR CAR BOOT SALE

SUN MAR 4

Open to the public from 9.00am until midday. For more details or to book a stall contact Jackie on 07926 357005

THE PALACE WINE CLUB

WED MAR 7

Tasting evening. Starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: £8.00. Limited to a maximum of 30 places! Tel: Gary at The Palace on 01530 262400 or Corinne 01530 451725 to reserve your place.

GIANT TABLE TOP SALE

SAT MAR 10

FILM NIGHT

10am to 12 noon - as part of the Palace’s Community Mornings. To start the season of Community Mornings at the Palace we are holding a giant table top sale, so get rid of your clutter, have a spring clean and book a stall at the Palace. Please phone Gary on (01530) 262400 to book a stall.

FRIDAY 16TH MARCH

SAT MAR 10

MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS (13) Doors and licensed bar open at 7.00pm Film Starts at 7.30pm Tickets: £5.00/£4.00

Based on the novel by Agatha Christie; when a murder occurs on the train he’s travelling on, celebrated detective Hercule Poirot is recruited to solve the case. Directed by Kenneth Branagh. Enjoy a drink from the bar whilst watching a great film in this unique venue; one of the oldest surviving purpose-built cinemas in the country. The Palace Community Centre is available to hire for regular events and commercial hire, as well as private parties and celebrations. The Palace has a fully licensed bar, kitchen facilities, large free car park opposite venue, good disability access and facilities, full PA and lighting system, large screen and wi-fi, making it an ideal venue for numerous types of events.

GRESLEY MALE VOICE CHOIR

The concert by this award winning choir starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: £8.00 available from the usual ticket outlet or telephone 07399417995 or via ticketagent4gmvc@gmail.com or through ticket line www.wegottickets.com.

SKITTLES NIGHT

SAT MAR 17

Fish & chip supper included. 7.45pm start. Tickets: £7.00 Adults and £3.00 under 16’s. A great family night out!

PALACE SOCIAL DANCE

SAT MAR 24

A very popular evening of Ballroom, Latin, and Sequence Doors & bar open at 7.00pm with dancing from 7.30pm ‘til 10.30pm. Tickets: £5.00.

PALACE BINGO

FRI MAR 30

A great social night out! Doors open at 7.30pm. Eyes Down at 8.00pm! Licensed bar and refreshments. Everyone is welcome.

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

Regular Bookings Monday

Thursday

Contact Bridget Smith on (0116) 2318720 0r (07912) 480959

Hodgetts on (01530) 260672.

Fitness Pilates class – 7.45pm-8.45pm.

‘Weightwatchers’ class – 7pm-8pm.

Mosaic Disability Services - 9.30am-3.30pm.

Focussing on core stability whilst improving tone and body alignment through controlled movement. Contact Michelle on (07887) 678367

Tuesday

Bubbles Playgroup – 10.30am-12 Noon.

Richard Page on 01530 812201 or 07792 840948, e.mail: richard.page44@outlook.com for details

Seated Exercise – 1.30pm-2.30pm.

Enhance your posture, increase strength and flexibility; improve mobility by developing greater range of movement whilst having fun!Contact Michelle on (07887) 678367

Young Pathfinders – 5pm – 6.30pm.

The adventure starts here! Aged 5-14 years. Call Craig on 0330 660 0637 or text on 0772 704735, e.mail: survival@youngpathfinders.com

Circuit Training – 6.45pm – 7.45pm.

Contact Curtis Smith on (07870) 498110 or (01455) 291656.

Tai Chi – 8pm – 9pm.

Contact Doug Gerrard on (07969) 480684.

Wednesday

50+ Fitness Pilates – 9.30am-10.30am.

A specially designed program to encourage maintenance and flexibility of muscles used in our everyday movements providing a sense of harmony and wellbeing. Contact Michelle on (07887) 678367

NEW - Falls Prevention Class – 1.30-3.00pm

Commencing 21st February until 15th August. Contact Chris Mawbey on 01530 454785 or email christophermawbey@nwleicestershire.gov.uk for futher details.

‘FITSTEPS’ – 6pm-7pm – that’s ‘Strictly’ Fun!

Book now by contacting Rose on 07562 331041 or e.mail: rosemarydebney@gmail.com

Palace Players – 7.30pm-9.45pm.

For anyone who is interested in getting involved with any aspect of amateur theatre. Contact the Palace on (01530) 262400 for more details.

Outlook Group (a social group for senior citizens) 1.30pm – 3pm. Contact Elaine

Contact Jo Wyld on 07877 281831 or e.mail jwyld@weight-watchers.co.uk

Friday

Tai Chi 10am – 11am.

Contact Michael Cashmore on (07714) 215216.

Childrens Dance Classes

Beginners Ballet 4.00-4.45pm; Beginners Tap 4.45-5.30pm; Musical Theatre 5.30-6.15pm. Contact Miss Jessica of Rochelle School of Dance on (01455) 636514, 07949 121442 or office@rochelle-dance.com

Monthly Bingo

NOW MONTHLY ON A FRIDAY - March’s Palace bingo is on Friday 30th March. A great social night out! Doors open at 7.30pm. Eyes Down at 8.00pm. Licensed bar & refreshments. Everyone welcome.

Saturday

Community Morning at the Palace (Due to recommence on the 10th March)

10am to 12 noon. Every Saturday (except the 1st Saturday each month) the Palace plays host to groups, organisations and associations from the village, including the Ibstock Historical Society. So if you would like to learn more about what is happening in your community, come along to the Palace. Also a variety of market stalls selling locally produced goods, including delicious home made cakes. Light refreshments available. TICKET BOOKING - To book advanced tickets for any event please contact The Palace Tel: 01530 262400 or Halls Electrical Tel: 01530 260460. Tickets can be purchased ‘on the door’ (subject to availability). Please check with ticket outlets to avoid disappointment. The Palace Community Centre Ltd., High Street, Ibstock, Leicestershire, LE67 6LH. Email:enquiries@thepalaceibstock.co.uk Visit www.thepalaceibstock.co.uk

To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

PET’S CORNER

What Should You Feed Your New Puppy? Puppies require a special diet with extra calories and nutrients to help them develop strong muscles and bones. It’s easy to overfeed them when they’re young, as their stomachs are very small, so regular feeding throughout the day is better than giving them one or two larger meals. But what types of food should you offer your puppy, and how do you know how much to feed them? Complete dry foods Dry food can provide complete nourishment for your puppy, but you should buy the best you can afford. Although ‘premium’ brands are more expensive, you don’t need to use as much per meal as with the cheaper brands, due to their enhanced nutritional content. If your puppy doesn’t like dry food because it’s too hard, you can soak the biscuits in warm water for a few minutes to make them easier to chew.

Wet foods Tinned or pouched puppy foods are available in a wide range of flavours, but it’s advisable to choose one that your pet can easily digest, such as chicken and rice. As with the dry food, you can also buy ‘complete’ wet foods for your puppy, which are nutritionally balanced and highly beneficial for their development. Whether you feed your puppy wet food, dry biscuits, or a combination of the two, portion size is extremely important whilst they’re developing. Always check the instructions on the packet or tin, or ask your vet for guidance – they’ll also be able to keep a regular check on your puppy’s growth.

Promote your business

online

Reach local audiences online for just

£5+VAT per month

The Whats Around online business directory makes it easy for locals to find your business online. Your business page shares your company info, website & social media links, your location on Google Maps, a gallery of images and more…..

Call us on 01530 417739 or visit www.whatsaro whatsaround.co.uk 42

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

Please mention WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AROUND when responding to adverts

TECHNOLOGY TIPS

Hard Drive Failures and Cloud Backup Here at PC Clinic we are seeing an increase in Hard Drive failure, both on desktop PC’s as well as portable laptops. There is no way of telling when it will happen, but rest assured at some stage your Hard Drive will most likely give up behaving. So, for those of you who don’t know, a Hard Drive is the storage device for your computer. Not only does it store all the files and program information that makes your computer work, but it also stores any documents, photos, music etc. We can re-install Windows, we can install your programs again subject to relevant licences, but your personal data can be another story altogether. We are often tasked with data recovery, and on less serious cases, we can get most of the data back. More affected drives often end up being referred to our data recovery specialist, and the costs here tend to increase quite a bit! So, what is the best way to prevent data loss? Firstly, look at doing regular backups, either manually or using software to automate the process. Common backup media used are DVD’s, USB memory sticks and

USB external hard drives. The trouble here is that DVD discs deteriorate and are small in capacity, as are USB memory sticks. Then you have external hard drives which are great until they decide to fail too! So what is the best solution? We heavily recommend that you do one of the above, regardless. Couple this with an off-site cloud based backup solution which automatically sends a copy of your precious data to a system “out there” which only you have access to. That way if all else fails, you have 2 additional places where your data is located, one of which wouldn’t be located with the computer. From a disaster situation, having your data stored in the cloud is a brilliant idea as it’s always safe and stored away from home.

Visit our dedicated website, www.protectplus.info for package details and options for cloud backup solutions.

service charges, quote WHATS AROUND

call us on

01530 888323

or click

Find us at the top of Market Street in Huntingdon Court - parking at rear via North St

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

BUILDING & JOINERY CONTRACTORS

To advertise in Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

IBSTOCK SURGERY NEWS We are a Research Ready practice meaning we take part in research projects. This usually involves us searching patients’ records to find patients who match certain criteria.

medicine that research brin ngs, but deciding not to take part in n a study will not have any effect on the care we give you here.

For example if the study is about diabetic patients who have been diagnosed in the last year we would search for any patients meeting this criteria. One of our doctors will usually check the list of patients to ensure they are suitable for contact and then we’ll write or ring the patients to invite them onto the study. We never pass your details onto a study team without asking you first. Once we have sent the initial letter or called you, we usually have no further involvement, the study team would take over if you decide to participate.

More information about re esearch and research opportunities can n be found via the Research pag ge on our practice website: www w. ibstockhousesurgery. nhs.uk or directly from the National Institute for Health Research website: www.nihr.ac.uk. There are some interesting video o case studies on how researrch has changed people’s livess on the website: www.nihr.ac.uk/patients-a and-public/ why-join-in/research-chan nged-my-life

It is the patient’s own decision whether or not to take part and we respect this decision completely. We encourage participation because of the benefits to

So if you receive a letter fro om us asking you to take part in a research project p we would urge you to consider it careefully and take part if you’re able.

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

STAUNTON HARDWOODS

ENGLISH OAK CUT TO ORDER

Staunton Harold Estate, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 1RT

t: Rachel on 07943 058 781 john@stauntonharoldestate.co.uk

www.stauntonharoldestate.co.uk

Please mention WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AROUND when responding to adverts

COMMUNITY BOARD

Th hank You frrom Cha h rit ity Link Passionate about Ibstock? If you want to see the businesses and community of Ibstock thrive then you are invited to attend the monthly Ibstock Community Connect group’s meeting. The next meeting is 13th March at 9.15am at the Ibstock Business Centre, High Street. Meetings usually held the 2nd Tuesday of the month. For more information please contact Alisha on 01530 267300 or admin@ ibstockbusinesscentre.co.uk

Eye One-to-One For anyone concerned that their child

(1-17 years) may have an eye issue

and keen to explore the options for priv ate treatment, this is an opportunity to discuss treatments available with an ophthalmologist. The event runs from 5pm on 2nd March at Nuffield Health

Leicester Hospital. This does not repl ace

a full consultation but is an opportu

to find out more details and ask any

questions you may have in a private setting. Call 0333 305 4687 to book.

nity

Leicestershire based Ch arity Link’s Poverty Action Week (22 nd – 28th January) saw people we aring Funky Scarfs and enduring a sponsored sleepout. During the we ek they raised over £2,500 with Churc h Pharmacy pledging a further £3 ,000. Thank you to all who supported them in theirr efforts.

e y Ever Make E Count f odil C Daff

Curie Terminal illness charity Marie ire to rsh este Leic of ple peo ing is ask Daffodil at Gre its volunteer to collect for two just ing eer unt Vol Appeal in March. l odi daff out give to e tim r hours of you p hel can pins in return for a donation for people Marie Curie Nurses be there in their own ss illne inal living with a term Count and l odi Daff ry Eve ke homes. Ma riecurie. volunteer to support now: ma or call g ctin org.uk/get-involved/colle 0800 304 7025.

FREE F E C Communiitty Not otice ces Did you know you can put community information on this page free of charge (subject to space). So whether you are looking for new members, volunteers or just have some information that you’d like to let local people know about simply email the details over to us at admin@ whatsaround.co.uk. We’d love to hear from you!

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

Art Exhibition at Ibstock Palace Following the success of last year’s art exhibition at Ibstock Palace, another one is to be held on Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th April. The exhibition is a great opportunity for talented local artists from art groups in Thringstone, Ibstock, Swannington, Heather and Hugglescote to showcase their artwork. The event is open to the public on Sat 7th April from 10am until 5pm and on Sun 8th April from 10am until 4pm. Paintings will be available to buy. Light refreshments will be available on both days.

HIGH STREET, IBSTOCK

Back2Life

Gardening and General Handyman

OB “NO J TOO ” SMALL Maintaining:

• Lawns • Hedges • Borders • Driveways • Fences • Decking and much more • Any odd jobs around the home • Painting and decorating

Call Mark: 01530 263703 / 07885 977173

RAMSELL & WATKINS

Lucy Girvan

Painter & Decorator

Domestic & Industrial Electrical Services & Property Maintenance

Fully qualified

• New builds/extensions • Electrical testing/reports • Upgrades/repairs

Friendly and reliable service Call now for a free quote

John Ramsell & Michael Watkins Mobile: 07375 357623 Tel: (01530) 411606 Email: ramsellwatkins@gmail.com

07717 193204 lucygirvanpainteranddecorator

lucygirvan@outlook.com

To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

��

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

HOME ALARM SYSTEM SERVICE

COVER 24/7/365 DAYS A YEAR FULLY INSURED REPAIRS, PARTS & LABOUR INCLUDED

ONLY

ANNUAL SERVICE VISIT

AMAZING OFFER

CALL NOW TO BOOK YOUR SERVICE VISIT & RECEIVE A FREE REPLACEMENT PANEL BATTERY, EXTERNAL BELL BOX & SYSTEM HEALTH CHECK. QUOTE ‘WAOFFER’

CENTURYFIREANDSECURITY.CO.UK

CALL 01530 262 466 *12 months cover. Terms & Conditions apply

WE ALSO INSTALL: CCTV, INTRUDER ALARMS, AUTOMATED GATES & EXTERNAL SECURITY LIGHTING Please mention WHAT’S AROUND when responding to adverts

QUIZ

Trilogies 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Who wrote the Tilly Trotter trilogy, consisting of novels called Tilly Trotter, Tilly Trotter Wed and Tilly Trotter Widowed? What was the first film trilogy to have all three of its films nominated for a Best Picture Oscar? Inspiring the name of the oldest daily newspaper in France, what is the name of the main character in a trilogy of 18th century plays by Pierre Beaumarchais? In the 1980s, which British author wrote Berlin Game, Mexico Set and London Match, a trilogy of spy novels known as the Game, Set and Match trilogy? In the 1970s, who collaborated with Brian Eno to record the albums Low, Heroes and Lodger, which became known collectively as the Berlin Trilogy? Which trilogy of novels by Suzanne Collins is set in a nation called Panem?

7. 8. 9.

Written by Eoin Colfer and published in 2009 on the thirtieth anniversary of the first book, And Another Thing is the sixth novel in which other author’s socalled “trilogy of five parts”? Which 2013 film was advertised as “the epic conclusion to the trilogy of mayhem and bad decisions”? Published in 2002, what was the title of the first in a trilogy of books by Jennifer Worth that was centred around her work in the East End of London in the 1950s?

10. Dad’s Army was the first of what is regarded as

writer David Croft’s trilogy of TV sitcoms set during World War Two. Name the other two sitcoms that make up this trilogy.

-CAR MATS -FILTERS & OILS -PAINTS -BELTS

The answers are on page 60

-ANTIFREEZE -WHEEL TRIMS -BRAKE PADS & DISCS

-AUDIO -BULBS -EXHAUSTS -TOWING EQUIPMENT

-TOOLS -IGNITION -STEERING -POLISH & CAR CARE

BRAKE PIPES & NUMBER PLATES MADE WHILE YOU WAIT

OPEN 7 DAYS (SUNDAY 10AM-1PM) 6 Fenton Crescent, Measham, Derbyshire DE12 7EU 01530 273516

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

R G BEESTON

BUILDING AND GROUND WORK SERVICES Belvoirdale Primary School Scotlands Road, Coalville LE67 3RD www.belvoirdale.org

• ALL ASPECTS OF BUILDING AND BRICKWORK • EXTENSIONS, NEWBUILDS AND GARDEN WALLS • SITE CLEARANCE, DRAINAGE AND DIGGER WORK • FENCING, DRIVES AND PATIOS • GARDENS RE-LANDSCAPED • TREE WORK Very competitive, will try to match or beat any genuine written quotation

07790 556708 01283 331678 07778 036761

Inspiring School Governors Required Belvoirdale Primary School, in the heart of Coalville, is an Ofsted-rated good community school with a dedicated staff and amazing children. The school is committed to improving the lives of all children through academic and creative success. The governing body is seeking creative and inspiring professionals with a sense of purpose and humour, to support and develop this aspiring school. Experience is not required although dedication and a commitment to improving the lives of young people is. For further information on the role of a governor or to discuss this incredible opportunity in more detail, please contact Richard Dax, headteacher at: rdax@belvoirdale.leics.sch.uk

To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

BOOK REVIEWS

March Medley

This month’s collection of recent releases includes modern fairy tales, a psychological thriller and historical fiction at its finest. Happiness For Humans P.Z. Reizen Romantic comedy meets sci-fi in this enjoyable novel. Aiden’s creators know that he’s an intelligent piece of software, which can read books in under a millisecond, review films and tell jokes. What they don’t know is that Aiden has developed feelings, or that his favourite person is Jen, who helps develop Aiden’s conversational skills. Aiden decides Jen would be happier in a relationship, so sets her up on a date. But Aiden isn’t the only intelligent AI on the loose, and not all of them have such good intentions.

White Chrysanthemum Mary Lynn Bracht Approximately 200,000 young Korean women and girls were enslaved by the Japanese army in the Second World War. Thousands of these ‘comfort women’ died from the abuse they experienced. White Chrysanthemum tells the fictional story of 15 year old Hana, who is kidnapped after stepping in to rescue her little sister, Emi. Several decades later, we meet Emi in her desperate last attempt to find out what happened to Hana all those years ago. While White Chrysanthemum is, at times, painful to read, it’s impossible to put down and a must-read for lovers of historical fiction.

The Toymakers Robert Dinsdale It’s 1917 and pregnant teenager Cathy Wray seeks sanctuary at a London toy store. She soon discovers that these toys are unlike any she’s ever seen before. There’s a clockwork dog that’s devoted to his master, paper trees that grow from seed, and toy soldiers that wage battles on their own. Cathy learns to call The Emporium home, and the people who own it her family. But then the First World War breaks out, and nothing will ever be quite as magical again. The Toymakers is a must for fans of Erin Morgenstern’s The Night Circus.

The Beginning of the World in the Middle of the Night Jen Campbell This collection of modern fairy tales is dark, twisted and beautiful, and range from the macabre to the heart-warming. You’ll read about a mermaid in an aquarium, a boy who suspects his sister has two souls, and a man who uses animal hearts to keep his girlfriend’s love. There are elements of wellknown myths and fairy stories, but this collection is more Brothers Grimm than Disney. Captivating.

The Sacrifice Box Martin Stewart Five friends make a pact one summer’s day, when they find an old stone box in the woods. Several years later, one of them breaks the rules and dark forces are unleashed, including a killer teddy bear, zombie crows and a demonic puppet. The five must put aside their differences and come together to appease the box before it’s too late. Aimed at teens and young adults, The Sacrifice Box is a winning blend of coming of age drama and supernatural horror.

Everything Is Lies Helen Callaghan Sophia arrives home one day to find her mother dead and her father lying in a pool of blood. The police are convinced it’s a clear case of attempted murder-suicide, and Sophia is the only one who can prove her mother’s innocence. As she delves into her mother’s past, she uncovers tales of a secret cult, and learns more about her family, and herself, than she could ever have imagined. A tense psychological thriller with plenty of twists and turns.

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

TINDLE

TREE CARE

LOOKING FOR NEW CUSTOMERS? “from roots to shoots”

An advert this size costs from just £25+vat per month* Reach 6,800 households in the local area each month

TREES

• Section Felling • Reducing • Target Pruning • Deadwooding • Pollarding

Call to book now on 01530 417739 (*£25+vat applies to a 6 month minimum booking)

WE ALSO OFFER • Stump Grinding • Seasoned Hardwood Logs • Turfing • and much more!

HEDGES

Hedge Removal • He Trimming • Reducing • Planting • Hedge Laying • H

of Ashby De La Zouch

CALL US FOR A FREE QUOTE OR ADVICE ON

01530 228010

Qualified

evansburton@ntlworld.com

Please mention WHAT’S AROUND when responding to adverts

PUZZLES

ACROSS

7 8 9 10 11 13 15 17 20 21 23

Swap over (6) To be on a ship (6) Not new (4) Outside (8) Angry (7) Funeral fires (5) Almost two pints (5) Below (7) Observing (8) Story (4) Educational establishment (6) 24 Required (6)

DOWN

1 2 3 4 5 6 12 14 16 18 19 22

Female sheep (4) Recording room (6) Burglars (7) Belief (5) Every sixty minutes (6) Widest (8) Inconvenience (8) Combining (7) Calculate (6) Respect (6) Foolish (5) Vegetable (4)

QUICK CROSSWORD 1

13 14

19 20

SUDUKO 56

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3 x 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, with no repetition. That’s all there is to it. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic - there’s no maths involved and no adding up. It’s fun, it’s challenging, it’s additive!

Solutions to all puzzles can be found on page 60.

CARERS WANTED Start your career in care You can make a difference…

Grandad‛s carers work FLEXIBLE hours are KIND and CARING and Have EXCELLENT training

Grandad’s Carers work for a reputable Company with 25 years experience of delivering care Get in touch… Call us on: 01455292648 Email: managementteam@givecare.co.uk www.bosworthhomecare.co.uk

Divorce

Family Home

Maintenance

Pensions

Children

Matrimonial Problems • Co-Habitee Issues Children and Financial Matters Crane and Walton LLP have an experienced Family Law Team that specialise and advise in complex and sensitive marital and co-habitee matters involving children and finances. For a friendly and time unlimited initial appointment please telephone our offices and ask for our Family and Matrimonial Department. For comprehensive advice call:

Kiran Solanki 01530 834466 Head of Family Law Department

C R A N E A N D W A LT O N LLP SOLICITORS

Coalville 21-25 London Road • Melbourne 1st Floor, Williams Yard, Derby Road • Ashby de la Zouch 30 South Street

kiransolanki@craneandwalton.co.uk To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

RECIPE

Cajun meatballs

WITH HERB AND TOMATO COUSCOUS Mince always makes a great speedy supper – here lean pork mince is spiced up with Cajun seasoning and rolled into meatballs.

S E RV E Read S 4 y 45 m in ins

FOR THE MEATBALLS l l

450g lean minced pork ½ red onion, peeled and finely chopped 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed

25g fresh white breadcrumbs

2 tsp Cajun seasoning

Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp freshly chopped coriander 1 tbsp sunflower oil

FOR THE COUSCOUS l

225g couscous

½ red onion, finely chopped

8 sun-blush tomatoes, drained and chopped 3 tbsp freshly chopped coriander 2 tbsp olive oil

TOP TIP Cajun seasoning is a spicy blend of spices, chilli powder and herbs such as thyme and oregano. You’ll find it on the spice racks in the supermarket.

1. To make the meatballs,

place the pork, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, Cajun seasoning and coriander in a food processor. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper and process for a few seconds until thoroughly mixed. Alternatively, mix well with clean hands.

2. Shape the mixture into 24

meatballs. Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan and fry the meatballs for 10-15 minutes until browned and cooked through. Shake the pan frequently to turn the meatballs.

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

3. Meanwhile, place the

couscous in a large bowl and pour over enough boiling water to just cover the grains. Leave to soak for about 10 minutes until all the liquid has been absorbed. Separate the grains by stirring with a fork. Add the onion, tomatoes, coriander and olive oil and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

4. Divide the hot couscous

between four serving bowls. Thread the cooked meatballs onto metal skewers and serve on top of the couscous.

advertorial

Cloudy2Clear Announce Trusted Trader Partnership Consumer champions Which? have now joined the thousands of customers who recognise that Cloudy2Clear Windows really are a business that you can TRUST. The company which specialises in repairing windows which are steamed up, broken or damaged by replacing the panes – not the frames has received the coveted ‘Which Trusted Trader’ status after going through a rigorous accreditation process entirely focussed on customer service. Group Managing Director Marcus McGee believes that Which? have endorsed Cloudy2Clear’s long standing company policy of delivering the

highest standards possible at all times. ‘Our service is simple. If your double glazing has misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 25 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people money, although that obviously helps. Whilst a number of tradespeople perhaps don’t focus on customer care as much as they should do, we make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle. Locally Cloudy2Clear service the Ashby, Smisby, Blackfordbury, Ibstock, Ravenstone,

Packington & Normaton areas and manager Martyn Kemp agrees that this approach is a major factor in his success. ‘The truth is that it’s not just the personal satisfaction that I get from doing a good job but also it makes good business sense. I get a huge amount of business from friends and family of people I’ve done work for, which just goes to show how much a little bit of effort is appreciated as both my customers and, obviously a body as nationally important as Which? now recognise.’ So, if your windows are steamed up, broken or damaged give Martyn a call for a free quotation on 0800 61 21 118 and he’ll be happy to help!

Cloudy2Clear GUARANTEE All Customers That An Average Quote Will Take No Longer Than 20 MINS!!!

Please mention WHAT’S AROUND when responding to adverts

Solutions

Trilogies Quiz 1 Catherine Cookson 2 The Godfather trilogy 3 Figaro 4 Len Deighton

5. 6. 7. 8.

1 7

S W

E U

S T

U E

N O

U I

R C

E S

T H

D 17

N G I

H O O

For all the latest news and events follow us on Facebook & Twitter

E 13

M E

H O

V Y

E T

D I

W A

9. Call The Midwife 10. It Ain’t Half Hot Mum and ‘Allo ‘Allo

David Bowie The Hunger Games Douglas Adams The Hangover Part III

E M

S A A

E E

A D

L Y

B R

T 22

H E

E D

E K

TOUGHEST HALF MARATHONS ONE OF THE

S- IN THE EAST MID LAN DS

LOUGHBOROUGH HALF MARATHON

Sunday 8th April 2018

Can Y O handl U e it?

Registration NOW OPEN! Start time 9.00 at Charnwood College, Thorpe Hill, Loughborough, LE11 4SQ

2018 7TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY!

Raising funds for local charity, LWA - Living Without Abuse.

Entry fee: Affiliated £24 / Non-Affiliated £26

Thank you to our sponsors:

For more information or to enter, please go to:

Price includes entry into event, a goody bag, banana, water and a medal for all finishers. Results available immediately online.

www.loughboroughhalf.co.uk

Alternatively, you can email gina@lwa.org.uk or call 01509 550317

To advertise in What’s Around call 01530 417739 or email info@whatsaround.co.uk

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Accountants & Payroll Accapita Aerials & Satellite K S Digital Stocktons Satellite & Aerial Arts, Crafts & Gifts Ashby Bears Builders Beeston Building & Groundworks Keith Armston Building Contractors Business Services Ibstock Networking Group Carpets & Interiors Ashby Decorator Centre Coalville Furniture Superstore Richardsons Furniture The Bed Shop The Flooring and Bed Company Childcare, Schools & Tuition Clubs Complete Lamguage for Fun Swingboat Nurseries Cleaning, Ironing, Laundry Services Oven Clean Toniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ironing Angels Dental Services Beautiful Dentures Driving Schools Bardon School of Motoring R D T School of Motoring Electricians Ramsell & Watkins Events & Attractions Aldi Ashby 20 Road Race Alpaca Park Farm Loughborough Half Marathon The Palace Community Centre Florists Holywell Petals Garden Charnwood Tree Services Darren Robinson Eden Tree Care & Fencing Endurance Landscape Services Ltd Green Thumb (Ashby) Orchid Garden Services Sunnyside Garden Centre The Ten Mile Timber Company Tindle Tree Care Ltd Hair & Beauty Mrs Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Powder Room 62

39 15 24 39 53 47 47 46 3 24 43 32 & 33 15 23 64 44 50 39 57 49 49 8 11 61 49 12 53 12 2 & 26 60 37 23 21 47 55 26

Find us online at www.whatsaround.co.uk

Healthcare Ashby Chiropody & Podiatry Clinic Bosworth Home Care Complete Foot Care Pathfinding Therapy ProPhysio Ashby IT Services The PC Clinic Kitchens & Bathrooms Ibstock Kitchens Locksmiths Hazlewood Locksmiths Motor Services Speedy Auto Spares Notices Belvoirdale Primary School Painters & Decorators Lucy Girvan Design Decorators W L Lacey & Son Pet Services Woodward Veterinary Practice Plumbers & Gas Services B Wilkinson Plumbing MBR Plumbing Services MJM Plumbing & Heating Property Repairs & Maintenance 1-4-All Appliance Repairs Back2Life Century Fire & Security Cloudy 2 Clear County Drains Dream Doors G&D Property Services Progress Windows Window Mate Pubs & Restaurants The Ram Inn Roofing RSJ Roofing TS Roofing Solicitors Crane & Walton Westminster Law Sports & Fitness Burton on Trent Golf Club MP Personal Training Travel & Holidays Roberts Holidays

30 & 31 57 9 9 5 44 34 50 52 53 49 55 15 12 15 11 27 44 49 51 59 6 35 45 7 55 25 50 23 57 9 27 17 13

Thinking

of Advertising?

Reach 13,000 local households every month in the LE65 and LE67 areas

We can help you raise your profile locally to reach more potential customers ISSUE 138 JANUARY 17

whatsaround

YOUR FREE LOCAL COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

www.whatsaround.co.uk

ISSUE 128 JANUARY 17

YOUR FREE LOCAL COMMUNITY

www.ashbylife.co.uk

MAGAZINE

INSIDE THIS MONTH’S ISSUE

NEW YEAR, NEW LOOK MAGAZINE!

Tackle Ennstone Trail Fighting the Frost January local events And much more…

INSIDE THIS MONTH:

Ask us about advertising tising online too.

Tackle those January blues Fitness Tips & Advice And much more...

at Ashby, Lyric Rooms www.funhousecomedy.co.uk SEE PAGE 25

SEE PAGE 48 & 49

SEE PAGE 28 & 29

SEE PAGE 67

SEE PAGE 56 & 57

SEE PAG GE 98 & 99

Established for over ten years our publications are well known.

Delivered direct to local homes, we are trusted by residents.

Professssional advert design and advice availabl d ice available

We offer affordable, effective advertising in our magazines and online.

Our friendly team can discuss what will work for you and your business.

Magazine Advertising FROM

PRICE PER ISSUE

£22+VAT

Online Advertising

PRICE PER MONTH

FROM

£5+VAT

Call us today on 01530 417739, email info@whatsaround.co.uk or visit www.whatsaround.co.uk and find out how we can help you do more business locally