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Turn to page 10 for ideas on celebrating Bonfire Night. There are some crackers (no pun intended)! On page 24 we introduce you to local author; Mandy Ward whose new children’s book ‘Oliver the Orphan’ comes out later this month. You could even win your own signed copy.

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Contents Whats on for Families

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Festive Gift Fair Competition

A Walk in the Forest

Money Matters

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Ibstock Surgery News

What’s On at the Palace

Book Competition

The 1620’s House & Garden

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Bonfire Night

The UK’s Biggest 360 Fireworks Display promises a full day of family fun with a grand finale involving 55,000 fireworks. Taking place at Cattows Farm in Heather on Saturday 4th November the event will include fairground rides, children’s characters, food and drink stalls and more. Gates open at 2.30pm. Fireworks start at 7.30pm. See www.360fireworks.co.uk for info and to buy tickets.

Rainbow’s Pennies for the Guy On Saturday 4th November over at Leicester Racecourse you’ll find Rainbow’s Pennies for the Guy event. The gates open at 5.30pm with a funfair to enjoy throughout the evening until 10.00pm. The children’s firework display starts at 7.00pm and this is followed by the lighting of the bonfire then the main firework display at 8.00pm. All of this fun plus you will be supporting the wonderful local charity Rainbows Hospice. For tickets see www.rainbows. co.uk/bonfire

Conkers Fireworks Display Conkers host one of the biggest in the Midlands each year. As well as the fireworks there is so much going on –face painting, fairground amusements, balloon modelling and for the first time – a laser show! There will also be plenty of food and drink available. Doors open at 5.30pm on both Saturday ay 4th and Sunday 5th November S ber. See www.visitconkers co for more rs.com details and to book your tickets online.

The 1620’s House

If learning about the history of Bonfire Night is more up your street then head down to The 1620’s House in Donington-le-Heath on Sunday 5th November. Discover how the Manor House’s family were involved in the original gunpowder g plot. You’ll see costumed charactters, cannon and musket firing demos and the kids can try craft activities. See www. doningtonleheath. org.uk for prices and further information. Our What’s On page at www.ashbylife.co.uk has details of local events and ideas for many more family days out. Upload details of your events at www.whatsaround.co.uk/submit-event.php

Whitwick C Constitutional Club

Their annual Bonfire and Fireworks Display is on Friday 3rd November from 7pm at the club on Silver Street in Whitwick. There’ll also be live music from local band TBTR to enjoy at the outside bar. Entryy is free for children and members and just £2 for non-members with a sparkler for f kids olate and a hot choco for adults. See www. w conny.club for details.

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Wednesday 1st November Christmas Crafts and Gifts

Assorted Christmas gifts and crafts. Charity Fundraising at St Denys Infant School, Ibstock. Go along to do some Christmas shopping or just treat yourself from 6pm to 8pm. If you would like a stall please contact the school on 01530 260 004. Cost £10 plus a prize for raffle. Cost: £1 for adults, children free.

Thursday 2nd November Funhouse Comedy Club

An evening of comedy at the Lyric Rooms with Tom Wrigglesworth, Christian Reilly, Simon Lomas and compere: Spikey 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

Friday 3rd November The Counterfeit Seventies Featuring the music of Slade,

Sweet, T.Rex, The Bay City Rollers and many, many more, they will take you on a rollercoaster ride of the biggest 70’s hits. This four piece band have toured worldwide in their individual rights, and have worked with some of the biggest names of that decade. The Century Theatre, Tickets cost £18.50. See www.centurytheatre.co.uk or call 01530 278 444 for info or to book.

Friday 3rd November Bonfire and Fireworks Display

The Conny’s annual Bonfire and Fireworks Display is back with live music from local band TBTR along with their famous Outside Bar. The Bonfire will be lit at 7pm with an amazing Fireworks Display to start at 8pm. This really is an event for the whole family with FREE entrance for children including a Sparkler, and Luxury Hot Chocolate for the adults. £2 Non-Members - Children and Members FREE. From 7pm to 11pm at Whitwick

Constitutional Club. See http:// conny.club for more details.

Saturday 4th November Quilt and Craft Show

Coalville Rotary Club’s Quilt and Craft show from 11am to 4pm will include a quilt competition and display, craft stalls and refreshments. Held at St David’s Hall, Broom Leys Road, Coalville. Entrance fee £2. All proceeds will go to a local charity. To enter the competition or to have a stall contact Helen Stamp on hstamp57@hotmail.com or call 0771 421 3405.

Sunday 5th November Indoor Car Boot

Every first Sunday of the month until March 2018. Open 9am to 12 noon at The Palace, Ibstock. Entrance fee 50p children under 10 years free plus free parking. Refreshments available. See www.facebook.com/ abfabvintageibstock/

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Friday 10th November Katherine Swynford

Lesley Smith appearing as Katherine Swynford, who was mistress and wife of John of Gaunt, son of King Edward III. Not suitable for under 16’s. Century Theatre, Snibston at 7.30 pm, tickets cost £8. For more details call 01530 278 444 or visit www.centurytheatre. co.uk/

Friday 10th November My Cousin Rachel

The 2017 Mystery /Drama Film based on the novel by Daphne du Maurier. 7pm for 7.30 pm start at Packington Memorial Hall. Adults £4, children £2. Tea and coffee served from 7pm for £1.

Friday 10th November Ashby Concert Band

Annual concert for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal by the Ashby Concert Band and the Seaforth Highlanders Pipe and Drums. 7.30pm at Holy Trinity Church, Ashby. Tickets £9 in advance, £10 on the door from band members. Tickets also available at the Ashby TIC on 01530 411 767.

Saturday 11th November The Faaaabulous Ceri Dupree Show

The faaaabulous Ceri Dupree is back on the road with his One Man, 21 Woman show. Presenting a glamorous evening of hysterical comedy, amazing vocal impersonations and jaw dropping, eye popping costumes. 7.30pm at The Century Theatre. Tickets cost £12 in advance, £15 on the door. See www.centurytheatre. co.uk or call 01530 278 444 for info or to book.

Thursday 23rd November The 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. November’s event is ‘The Horse & Jockey’, Congerstone, CV13 6LY. 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

Friday 24th November Christmas Fayre

A popular event at Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre showcasing a variety of craft & local artisan stalls. St Peters C of E Primary School Choir will be singing at 6.30pm. Refreshments available including hot pork & turkey stuffing rolls. Free entry from 6pm to 9pm. Visit www. bosworthbattlefield.org.uk/events/

Tues 28th November to Saturday 2nd December Puss in Boots

A traditional pantomime by Coalville Adult School Drama Group . A show for all the family with a superb cast this year. £8.00 per ticket (£6.00 concessions) and FREE tea and coffee during the interval! 7.30pm every evening and 2.30pm Saturday Matinee at Coalville Adult School Theatre. The box office is now open and you can book your tickets today at www.casdg.org 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 December issue is Thursday 9th November. 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

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BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW and get ready for a brilliant, fun day Christmas Shopping. The Fair is open daily 09.30 – 17.00 from Thursday 16th – Sunday 19th November at National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham. Adult tickets from just £9.00. Visit www.festivegiftfair.co.uk for more info. One lucky person could WIN two tickets to this year’s Festive Gift Fair. To be in with a chance of winning simply mail us at: Festive Competition, Whats Around, Rockleigh House, 37 Burton Road, Ashby de la Zouch, LE65 2FL or email us at: competition@whatsaround.co.uk with the subject line ‘Festive Gift Fair Competition’ and your contact details but be quick as you only have until midnight on Friday 10th November to enter.

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Doctor changes

We are sad that Dr Kay has left our practice to work fewer days at another practice as she has a young family. However we are really pleased to welcome back Dr Shuriah Barrett. Many of our patients will remember Dr Barrett because she trained with us. It’ll be a pleasure to have her back in the team. She’ll be working Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays for us.

Surgery Extension

We are delighted to let our patients know we are finally able to go ahead with our long awaited extension. At the moment the architects are finalising the plans and we should be submitting them for planning permission around the time you read this. We will be extending the surgery at the front to create a new light and airy reception with a separate area for answering the phones to help

with patient confidentiality. Then there will be a considerable amount of internal remodelling to create a number of new consulting rooms where the current reception and waiting area is along with a full minor operations suite where we will be able to perform minor procedures, many of which you would currently have to go to hospital for. Externally we will be adding more parking spaces at the rear of the building. We will keep you updated as the project moves on.

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The fantastic new children’s book; ‘Oliver the Orphan Dog’ from local author Mandy Ward comes out later this month (see above) and one lucky person could WIN their own copy signed by the author, perfect for a Christmas gift or for keeping for yourself!

To be in with a chance of winning simply mail us at: Book Competition, Whats Around, Rockleigh House, 37 Burton Road, Ashby de la Zouch, LE65 2FL or email us at: competition@whatsaround.co.uk with the subject line ‘Oliver the Orphan Dog Competition’ and your contact details. Entries close on Friday 24th November. The winner will be chosen at random from all correct entries. The winners name will also be published on our Facebook page. Multiple or automated entries are not allowed. We will not pass your details to any third party. Terms and conditions apply.

Oliver – The Orphan Dog A wonderful new book out later this month by local author, Mandy Ward Olly, as he is more affectionately known, was rescued just over a year ago af ter being found in a terrible condition on a cold, snow filled street in Europe. Now a very happy dog, living in Leicestershire, Olly’s fantastic tale would make a lovely Christmas gif t and a fabulous book to read with children. You can see more of Olly & pre-order the book (£9.99) at www.facebook.com/pg/OlivertheOrphandog/community or email Mandy at mandywardcoaching@gmail.com This book will also be written in Dyslexie Font which makes it easier for those who are Dyslexic to read! 24

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IN YOUR GARDEN

Scented winter plants Tiny flowers can produce an explosion of winter scent. It is often the rather unassuming looking plants like Sarcococca confusa, a plain evergreen plant that over the winter will produce a mass of creamy white flowers. The smell is like sweet vanilla and it fills the air.

Similarly, the very pretty pink and heavily scented Daphne ‘Jacqueline Postill’ is one of the winter flowering varieties of Daphne, that will stop you in your tracks to search for the source of the heady perfume. Note that Daphne can be tricky in the local clay soils and so grit and soil improver is a good idea at the time of planting. Many plants that are usually discreetly in the background can be valuable at this time of year. A garden is not just about summer January and February highlights are equally as important to plan. There is a spicy scent from the frail yellow flowers of Hamamelis ‘mollis’, or Hamamelis ‘Wisley Supreme’ and ‘Jeremy Gold’ are also both very scented. The variety with a deep burnt orange flower is ‘Vesna’. Hamamelis are commonly known as witch hazel, but

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some don’t have a scent so do look out for one that I have listed above. A sheltered place in the garden, one that you frequently walk past, is an excellent place to put your winter scented plants. Indeed a pergola or porch is perfect for the winter flowering honeysuckle, Lonicera ‘Winter Beauty’. This one has a stunning sweet smell from its flowers which can last from December to April. For me the star plant for winter scent is the Viburnham in the varieties V. ‘Charles Lamont’ and V. ‘Dawn’ which can flower from October to April. They are a welcome sight and smell. The tiny flowers are pink/white in clusters. In the bare winter this plant becomes a focal point. Some Viburnham can grow up to 3 meters high and so are useful shrubs, and they require little maintenance. For your winter scented pots, remember that some Crocus’s are scented and in particular, Crocus ‘Bowles’s White’ is excellent. It has pure white petals from yoke yellow centres and will start flowering in January. Similarly Iris unguicularis ‘Mary Bernard’ will flower in a large pot with gritty compost, or in well drained soil within a border, ideally facing some sun. They will come up every winter from November to February with fantastic purple flowers. I suggest a pot or two of these with scented crocus placed by a front door to encourage you into the cold outdoors. Happy gardening!

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SPOTLIGHT ON...

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This month’s spotlight charity was brought to our attention by one of our regular advertisers; The Flooring & Bed Company who told us about all the wonderful work this charity carries out. As with all our local charities we’re sure you’ll be amazed to find out more about the tireless work carried out by their volunteers and the vital role they play in our community. Leicestershire and Rutland Blood Bikes (LRBB) are entirely run by volunteers with the aim of providing support to the local NHS and associated organisations in a variety of essential ways. This includes providing a free courier service for hospitals in Leicestershire and Rutland transporting blood, pathology samples, scans and other medical essentials. They also help with the transport of donated breast milk for premature babies at Birmingham Women’s Hospital in liaison with Midlands Milk Bank. In addition to this they will soon be delivering blood to the Leicestershire Air Ambulance base at Castle Donington. There are currently around 65 members in the charity including a Fleet Controller, Membership Secretary, Fundraising Co-ordinator and of course the team of Riders. As well as providing the essential courier services members have their work cut out building awareness of who they are and what they do, raising funds to cover the cost of the vehicles tax, insurance, fuel and service costs and of course recruiting new volunteers.

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There are currently several roles available for volunteers, all vastly different yet equally important: Controller: The first point of contact for each job. They speak to the NHS, get the details of what needs to be moved, liaises with the riders and monitors the rider progress to ensure they are safe. Fundraiser: This may be standing in front of a supermarket shaking a money tin or giving a presentation talk to a group of scouts, rotary clubs or a school. It’s all vital in helping LRBB to deliver their service. Rider / Driver: The duty riders are the front line of blood biking. Riders are ‘on call’ for a shift (typically 7pm to 7am). Riders will be 25 years old and above and must have 2 years recent experience in handling and riding large motorcycles. They are usually active motorcyclists who will own and ride their own motorcycle. If you’re interested in any of these roles then simply email supporters@lrbloodbikes.org.uk

You can find out more information at www.lrbloodbikes and you can keep up to date with all their latest news on Facebook (LRBloodBikes) and Twitter (@LRBloodBikes). If you feel that you could help either through fundraising activities or sparing some time then you can also email enquiries@lrbloodbikes.org.uk

FABCO show their support for LRBB!! Local firm; The Flooring & Bed Company are keen advocates of Leicestershire Rutland Blood Bikes. As Tony explains; ‘We were first made aware of Leicestershire & Rutland Blood Bikes (LRBB) through a good customer of ours, Jonathan Bostock and his wife. They had had a personal close connection to the life-saving job that LRBB did after their first granddaughter was born prematurely and needed urgent life-saving blood products. Jonathan’s passion for their cause and his unwavering commitment really inspired us to help, and the rest they say is history!” The Flooring & Bed Company have made a lump-sum financial donation to help with the fabulous life-saving services that they provide throughout the Midlands area and beyond, as they rely solely on charitable donations and fund raising activities.

Tony went on to say; “It is our intention to make this worthwhile cause one of our Charities of the Year for 2018 and we hope the local communities will actively support both this charity and the events that we will be holding throughout 2018 in support of LRBB”.

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SWANNINGTON HERITAGE TRUST

Califat Coal Mine - Cage Fatality 1863 There is a monthly excavation of the former Califat coal mine buildings which are on part of the Hough Mill site. As well as digging we have been researching the two fatal accidents that took place in 1863. The coal mine was owned by Benjamin Walker and William Worswick. The on site manager was Richard George Lewis. On the 29th May, William Walker, the engine man, went to collect a bucket from the pumping shaft. The foreman Robert Lakin operated the winding engine to bring some miners to the surface, but did not stop the engine soon enough. The cage broke when it hit the headstock pulley and the two miners fell out. William Clements clung on and was rescued. John Hutchinson was killed when he fell 130 yards to the bottom of the shaft. Witnesses were Levi Baker, the stoker, James Waring the colliery blacksmith and W Platts a banksman. The coroner’s jury comprised William Kidger senior and junior, Edward and Thomas Gough, George Jaques / Jaquiss, John Knight, James Kirby, Charles Mann, J Bott, W Hallam, J Henson and J K Mills.

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ASHBY MUSEUM NEWS

Christmas cards exclusive to the Museum are now in stock Designed by local artist Di Lorriman, prices are from £4.50. Range of 5 designs (new 5th design of the station building and a Burton & Ashby Light Railways tram on the forecourt.) All are depicted in a seasonal setting! Price: £1.10 each or £1.00 each for 5 or more. Also newly available is a range of wood turned products made by one of our volunteers: including light pulls, key rings, propelling pencils, ball point pens, tea lights, boxes and pot pourri pots. The Museum was at the centre of the commemoration of the centenary of the death of Lt. Col. Philip Bent V.C. on Sunday 1st October, behind the town War Memorial. Upwards of 70 people attended including the Vice Lord Lieutenant of Leicestershire, members of the Royal Tigers Association, the local Royal British Legion, the Western Front Association, Army Cadet Force as well as Ashby School, Ivanhoe College and the residents of Philip Bent Road. Pride of place went to great-nephew, Keith Willis and his son, Liam who unveiled the paving stone to Bent. Refreshments were held at the Museum. We were also represented at Thringstone Community Centre when they put on a display on Dolly Shepherd, the famous Edwardian parachutist. The next Kids’ Club is on Saturday 4th November, 12 noon – 4p.m. Come and join Witan Archaeology to discover the past with prehistoric to modern day artefacts; excavate your own finds; make your own timelines and create artwork. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Friends of Ashby Museum Thank you to all those people who came to the Tap 76 for very interesting talk and tour of the pub. It was a unique chance to see how this very old building has changed from its 15th century beginnings to today. I would also like to thank all at the Tap for their hospitality in hosting us. Unfortunately do to the ill health of our next speaker the talk on garden design history will not take place in November as planned. There now will not be any talk to end this year but we will keep you informed of future events.

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LOCAL BUSINESS NEWS Terry Smith, owner of Smiths Butchers in Ibstock, finally hung up his apron after more than 48 years of service to the community. He was presented with a framed and engraved meat cleaver by Hannah Walters (actress and husband of local Hollywood Star Stephen Graham). The village turned out in force with about 40 people turning up to surprise him with his gift on Saturday 30th September along with close friends and family members.

Terry said, ‘’It’s been a big decision but at 64 I feel now is the time. My father told me to go out when you’re at the top and I think that’s where we are now’’. Terry is retiring to spend more time with his three grandchildren but states he will continue to make sausages for the family.

Terrys’ son David read out a speech: ‘’Ibstock may be losing a butchers, but it hasn’t lost the true gentleman that is my father. He has served the community for so long that he has seen everyone grow and become a part of his life. As a butchers, we’ve been here for over 60 years and my dad has been there for almost 50 of them. Smiths was the real focal point of Ibstock and my dad was more than just a butcher. He would happily talk with everyone about anything, delivered locally and did what he could for people who couldn’t get out of their houses’’

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Make the Choice to look after your Health and Fitness It’s a constant battle in life between time and money, often leaving your health and fitness right down on your list of priorities. It often takes a health scare to motivate people to prioritise their health. Ask yourself the question would you neglect the ‘health’ of your car or your house and the answer is usually ‘no’ because these are so vital to living your life. Yet if your health got so bad you wouldn’t be in a position to look after your material items! You would often need to spend more hours on your material possessions, to make them ‘healthy,’ than you would need to spend on your own health and fitness, so why not put yourself out? Surely it’s better living a good quality life with minimal health issues, great energy levels, a proportionate physique, a positive and a healthy mind, to mention just a few of the benefits of exercise, rather than having pristine material possessions and money but no time or energy to enjoy them.

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Packington & Normanton Church Ladies Group Annual Charity Open Evening

‘Chocolate Demonstration’ by Hannah’s of Quorn. Charities for 2017 are Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance and Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People. 7.30pm at Packington Memorial Hall on Wednesday 8th November. Tickets cost £6 and include a glass of wine or fruit juice and a mince pie. Call Doreen Gasson on 01530 412012 for details.

Heather Primary School PTA A Christmas Fair A great evening to get you in that festive spirit! Visit Santa, enter the prize raffle, enjoy the Carol Singers and refreshments. All this plus a bottle stall, face painting, tuck shop, table games & plenty of Christmas gift stalls. 6pm to 8pm at Heather Primary School on 24th November. Adult entry 50, kids go free.

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Pop along for a fun night, challenge yourself in the quiz and try your luck in the raffle. All in support of the Children ’s Cancer Unit at Leicester Royal Infirmar y. Teams of 4, £5.00 per person. 8pm start on 24th November at The Club, Nort h St, Whitwick. 40

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The Sir John Moore Fo undation in Appleby Magna have launched as a new Local History Cafe me mber and their first café will take place on Tuesday 28th November from 10am to 12.30pm. The café will then take pla ce on a monthly basis and comprise of tea and cake over a catch up, a heritage the med presentation and a related activity. Each session costs £3. Spaces are limited, so to find out more, or book a place, conta ct Becky Gravener by email at becky@sirjo hnmoore.org.uk or call the Sir John Mo ore Foundation on n 01530 273 629.

Legion itish Le Royal Brit Pub Quiz e Get together, have fun and rais es forc lots of money for the armed e community. There will be a priz lots h wit e raffl a & for the best team h 25t on of wonderful prizes. 7pm lville. Coa , November at Christ Church £3 per person, teams of 4-6.

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A WALK IN THE FOREST suppplied by Liz Roberts

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oooddss Cademan Wood

TThis ancient woodland is a great p place to go looking for fungi in the A Autumn. Our walk passes by some faabulous rock formations and lovely o old stone walls on woodland paths aand grassy tracks. Some of the paths ccan get muddy so I’d advise wearing w walking boots. The walk goes out h h Hi hC de d through High Cademan, looping through Cademan m Woods to Swannymote Wood before returning to the ou an hour. There are plenty of start and took me about d - which is great if you fancy paths through the woods ob exploring - but it is easy to become disorientated so I’d wh will help you find your recommend taking a map which ow Walk Map of Coalville bearings if necessary. The Yellow h Tourist Info) shows and Whitwick (available from Ashby the area well. We start from the small car park at the entrance to the woods just off Swannymote Road - it is on the left as you go out from Whitwick. For sat nav users the postcode is LE67 5UT.

There are 2 tracks into the woods from the car park - take the one furthest from the car park entrance (1) which then runs parallel to the road. s a rocky The path soons splits - bear right to walk past de turn outcrop to your right. Where the path divides right so that you continue around the rocks - there are n left at the some cave like bits here (2) - and then turn next junction of paths to leave the rocks behind you. h the trees - if you You are now on a narrow path through look over to your right you should be able to glimpse us visible through an old stone wall a fair way off but just the trees. Follow the trails, remaining roughly parallel w start to see yellow to the wall, and after a while you will a have joined the footpath signs which indicate that Ivanhoe Way. Follow the footpath arrows until you a through a gap in reach a point where the path leads

Follow F the well trodden path h across th he grass around the trees on n yourr left. When the path splits keep left e aand continue tthrough an open gateway. Keep straight ra aahead - after a short way you will pass by another o ay on your left (with fine views through g open gateway itt). Turn right here so that the opening is behind yyou aand follow the h path over the grass going uphill and n g s gradually bearing left. Continue on this path passing a bench (4) b by a gap where the ends of two walls curve ch other. Go through this gap and keep ep around each straight ahead towards a metal gate leading outt onto o Road. Just before Swannymote the gate bear right to re-enter the woods (5).) Keep right where the ts and then, when you path splits reach a yellow footpath post, bear e path goes up a slight left. The gradient before twisting around to t the car park. return to All walks are checked before publication but please be aware that patths may change over time and with the seasons.

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a stone wall into a more open his area (3). Don’t go through this gap - instead turn right just us before it onto a narrow p path through the conifers. This path ends where the tr trees open out a little and there is a rocky area ahead. A An open area with grass is visible s a little way off ff g here and follow a to your left. Turn right narrow path through ug the trees, bearing left and then right. You will now be able to glimpse another g grass area beyond a stone wall that is off to yyour left. Your path runs paarallel to this wa wall and then crosses a couple of steep ruts where he water drains down the hill. ntinue on, crossing a gap in a wall ahead of you, and Con then t n bear left to o emerge into the open.

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Mosaic Disability Services - 9.30am-3.30pm. Contact Bridget Smith on (0116) 2318720 0r (07912) 480959

Fitness Pilates class – 7.45pm-8.45pm.

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.

Thursday

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

Healthy Hearts low impact physical training 9.30am-10.20am.

Bubbles Playgroup – 10.30am-12 Noon.

Contact Michelle Scott-Worthington on (07887) 678367.

Tuesday

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

Seated Exercise – 1.30pm-2.30pm.

Suitable for GP refererral patients. Contact Michelle Scott-Worthington on (07887) 678367.

50+ Fitness Pilates – 10.30am-11.30am.

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

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

Hodgetts on (01530) 260672.

Young Pathfinders – 5pm – 6.30pm.

Friday

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

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

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

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

‘Weightwatchers’ class – 7pm-8pm. Contact Jo Wyld on 07877 281831 or e.mail jwyld@weight-watchers.co.uk

Tai Chi 10am – 11am.

Contact Michael Cashmore on (07714) 215216.

Monthly Bingo

NOW MONTHLY ON A FRIDAY - November’s Palace bingo on Friday 24th November. 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

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. 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.

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THE 1620s HOUSE AND GARDEN

November at the

1620s House and Garden

With the house now closed for the season, we will still be opening up for some very special events, which include:

Sunday November 5th from 11am to 3.30pm Gunpowder Plot Day Watch costumed characters acting out scenes from the famous Gunpowder Plot involving Robert Catesby, the main character of the new TV series ‘Gunpowder’, and Sir Everard Digby, head of the family which owned Donington. Witness a cannon firing, join in with children’s craft activities or sit and enjoy a cuppa and homemade cake in our tea rooms. Usual house admission fee for a 12 month ticket plus a £2 additional charge per person, just £2 if you already have a season ticket. Under 3s are FREE. Sunday December 3rd from 11am to 4pm Christmas Fayre Come along to the barn tea rooms, where we will have a variety of stalls to enable you to do some Christmas shopping or just treat yourself. Refreshments will be available. This event is FREE for all and will give you access to the Christmas Fayre and gardens but not the house.

Sunday December 10th from 11am to 3.30pm Christmas at the Jacobean Manor Explore the house as it is prepared for the Digby family to celebrate the full twelve days of Christmas. Join in with period carols and a ‘mummers’ play, children’s craft activities. The barn tea rooms will be open for refreshments. Usual house admission fee for a 12 month ticket plus a £2 additional charge per person, just £2 if you already have a season ticket. Under 3s are FREE. Visit www.doningtonleheath.org.uk for more details and ticket prices.

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Books make great gifts. If you’re stuck for inspiration or looking for some ideas for your own Christmas wish list, check out this month’s recommendations. For fans of Sarah Waters and Susanna Clarke:

The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock Imogen Hermes Gowar The year is 1785 and widower John Hancock finds himself the owner of what appears to be a dead mermaid. The artefact proves the talk of the town and gains John access to a whole new circle of society, a society that includes the alluring courtesan, Angelica Neal. 18th century London is brought vividly to life in this enchanting debut novel.

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The Stolen Child Sanjida Kay Without giving too much away, The Stolen Child centres around Zoe, Ollie and their daughter, Evie. Evie was adopted by the couple from birth, but starts to receive letters and gifts from a man claiming to be her father. A man who says he wants her back. Full of twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

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The Seven Imperfect Rules of Elvira Carr Frances Maynard Elvira doesn’t see the world in quite the same way as most people. As a result, she lives a fairly sheltered life, caring for her overbearing mother and indulging her interest in biscuits. But then her mother has a stroke and Elvira has to find her own way in the world. With a great storyline, well-rounded characters and plenty of humour to boot, Frances Maynard’s debut novel is a triumph.

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The Gender Game Bella Forrest In Violet Bates’s world, women rule. Men have few rights and boys can be sent away if they’re deemed capable of aggression. Across the river it’s another story – in Patrus men have the power. Violet is serving time in a detention facility when she’s offered the chance to have her slate wiped clean, in return for completing a mission in Patrus. An enjoyable, easy read.

If you like Neil Gaiman and Philip Pullman, try…

Hannah Green and Her Unfeasibly Mundane Existence Michael Marshall Smith Eleven year old Hannah Green finds the world isn’t quite as mundane as she thought, when it turns out her grandfather is in league with the devil. The world is out of kilter, and the unlikely trio have to work together to put things right. A thoroughly enjoyable read, with great descriptions, bags of humour and believable characters.

Fans of The Great British Bake Off will be clamouring for this one…

Nadiya’s British Food Adventure Nadiya Hussain As Nadiya says, British food today is a melting pot of cuisines from different cultures. This book reflects that, with twists to classic British dishes and more modern favourites. The book ties in with Nadiya’s latest TV series, so includes several of the dishes featured on the show. You’ll find recipes such as Minted Lamb and Apple Pasties, Mango and Passionfruit Jam Roly Poly and Masala Eggy Bread. Recipes are simple to follow, with attractive photographs and engaging introductions.

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Brain exploding fun to help 10,000 young people! Brainiacs and businesses flocked to the 10th Sence Accounting annual charity quiz. Yet again, Sence brought together the local business community for a night of tantalising trivia all in aid of two special charities that support local people. The quiz which took place at Conkers attracted law firms, garden landscapers, consultants and hairdressers who all supported the evening entering teams and donating a glitzy array of prizes for a charity raffle. With a 100+ strong crowd, which is a record year for Sence’s quiz, over £3,000 was raised for Warning Zone and the Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance. The winning team was ‘Lush Landcapes’ from local business Lush Landscape & Garden Design Ltd. Anna Ball, Managing Director of Sence Accounting said “We enjoyed a fab evening all down to the generosity of local businesses pulling together in true community spirit. This year we chose to support Warning Zone who work to safeguard children and young people on-line and the Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance who save lives everyday. I’m so proud to lead the Sence

team in working with other local businesses like us to make this special evening happen and so successfully, so a huge thank you to everyone who supported, it’s a record year!” Richard Grudgings who represented charity Warning Zone said “Warning Zone supports all young children in our community and it is essential that locals know about us and understand the work we do, so the quiz is an excellent platform for us to spread the word.” For further information on the Sence Quiz, Anna Ball and Sence Accounting please contact Philip on 07903 516 069 or 07580 136 693 or email philip@kukucreative.co.uk

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Board Games are not just for Christmas! It’s Christmas Day and you’ve opened the pressies, eaten dinner and heard the Queen’s speech so now it must be time to break out one of those classic family board games. Most people will be familiar with old favourites such as Monopoly, Cluedo and Scrabble but have you ever heard of Small World, Carcassonne, Pandemic, Ticket to Ride, Catan, Exploding Kittens? Games such as these are currently surging in popularity with talented designers turning out innovative new games at an incredible rate. The games have hugely varied themes and a range of complexities with something for everyone and all ages. However, with thousands of new titles hitting the shelves each year, choosing the right ones can be daunting and this is where The Big Christmas Board Games Day at Ashby Library from 3pm on Saturday 25th November can help. Organised by local group Ashby Tabletop Gamers with support from Spirit Games of Burton upon

Trent, the day will give you access to a library of games to try with friendly help and advice available to new players. Spirit Games will be offering 10% off any game purchases on the day - so this is also the perfect opportunity to find those elusive surprise Christmas gifts and give a game they will play all year round. Entry is £2.50 with accompanied under 16s free. Proceeds of the event go to The Nagajuna Trust - a UK Registered Charity educating orphaned and destitute children in Nepal.

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Folk songwriter Jez Lowe’s Christmas tours have become something of a tradition in his native North-East over the last 8 years, and indeed, across the country, as he sets off once more on a festive winter-tainment night of songs, banter and seasonal scrooge-like tomfoolery. Sit back and enjoy a night ‘snowed in’ with Jez Lowe (SONY Radio Academy Award Winner, 2015 Folk Awards Nominee) and his multi-talented band The Bad Pennies (featuring fiddle, Northumbrian Pipes, keyboards, guitar, bass, harmonica and voices) plus special guest folk balladeer and actor Benny Graham. As ever, Jez puts together an original take on Christmas; part folkconcert, part music-hall revue, with songs, humour and music. The Performance will take place on Saturday 2nd December as part of the Ibstock Palace Christmas Festival week. The doors and bar are open from 7.00pm and the concert starts at 7.30pm. Tickets are £9.00 and £7.00 for concessions and are available from The Palace on 01530 262400 and Halls of Ibstock on 01530 260 460. ADVANCED BOOKING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

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8 cherry tomatoes, halved

2 tsp olive oil

1 garlic clove, crushed

2 large eggs

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Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Large knob of butter

Spinach and rocket leaves, to serve

Take care not to overcook the omelette – keep the heat at medium and remove the pan from the heat when the top is still soft and creamy.

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1. Toss the tomatoes and garlic with the olive oil.

Place on a foil-lined grill pan and cook under a medium heat for 4-5 minutes until just tender.

cook for a further 30 seconds to brown the underside (see tip). Place the grilled tomatoes on top of the omelette.

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the pan to gently fold it over the tomatoes. Serve immediately with salad.

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