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this issue 124 Falling Leaves and Fireworks….
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Autumn is my favourite time of year with stunning colours, crisp mornings and cosy evenings in by the fire. This month’s cover photo, by local photographer Lesley Hextall, captures the season brilliantly. The picture was taken at Calke Abbey (near Ticknall) - I can recommend a visit at this time of year to enjoy the magnificent site of deer in the rutting season and the beautiful ancient woodland in all its autumn glory.
Editor Liz Roberts Telephone 01530 417739 Email enquiries Advertising/Accounts info@ashbylife.co.uk Website/What’s On admin@ashbylife.co.uk
You’ll find loads packed into this months issue – we’ve articles on everything from local Firework displays to Remembrance Day Parades, a look at what Movember is all about and lots more. Keep up to date with all things local by checking out our What’s On listings on pages 44, 46 and 47 plus the Community Board on page 36. Finally, with Christmas just around the corner now, those with relatives abroad may like to check out the Last Posting dates on page 16, they can creep up on you surprisingly quickly!
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Contents
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Seasonal Recipes
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Ibstock & Barlestone Surgeries
Twitter @whatsaroundmag
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Storytime
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Out and About
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A Walk in the Forest
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Last Posting Dates
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Children’s Page
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On the Beat
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In Your Home
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Poet’s Corner
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Your Hobbies
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In Your Garden
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Fun Quiz
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Community Board
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Ashby Museum News
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Book Reviews
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It’s Local
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What’s On
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What’s On at The Palace
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This Month
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Puzzle Solutions
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Business Directory
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seasonal recipes Perfect for long slow cooking as they become meltingly tender and the meat just falls Serves 4 Ready off the bone. in 2½ hours
Italian Lamb Shanks YOU WILL NEED
• 300ml red wine
• 4 small lamb shanks • 2 tbsp olive oil • 350g shallots, peeled • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped • 150g cubed pancetta (Italian dry cured bacon)
• 400g can chopped tomatoes • 2 tbsp sun-dried tomato puree • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus extra sprigs to garnish • 1 tsp sugar • Creamy mashed potato, to serve
GET STARTED 1 Preheat the oven to 170°C/150°C fan/ gas 3. Season the lamb shanks with freshly ground black pepper. Heat the oil in a frying pan and brown the lamb shanks over a high heat for 4 to 5 minutes, turning frequently. Transfer to a shallow casserole dish. 2 Add the shallots, garlic and pancetta to the frying pan and cook over a medium heat for 6 to 7 minutes until lightly browned. Pour in the red wine and bring to the boil. Add the tomatoes, sun-dried tomato puree, rosemary sprigs and sugar and pour over the lamb. 3 Cover the casserole and cook in the preheated oven for about 2 hours, or until the lamb shanks are very tender and the sauce has thickened slightly. Adjust the seasoning to taste and serve with creamy mashed potato and garnished with fresh rosemary.
TOP TIP Why not double up the quantities and freeze away half for another day? Allow to cool completely then transfer to a freezer-proof container. Freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost thoroughly then reheat gently on the hob for 20 to 25 minutes until piping hot.
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These scrumptious small Australian cakes may be a little fiddly to make but it’s well worth the effort!
Lamingtons
Mak e Read s 9 60 m y in in s + se tting
YOU WILL NEED For the sponge • 4 large eggs • 115g caster sugar • 115g plain flour, sifted • 40g unsalted butter, melted and cooled
For the icing & coating • 450g icing sugar • 50g cocoa powder • 70g unsalted butter, melted • 225g desiccated coconut
GET STARTED 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas 4. Grease a 23cm square cake tin and line the base with baking paper. 2 To make the sponge, place the eggs and sugar in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Whisk together with a hand-held electric whisk until the mixture is very thick and pale and leaves a trail on the surface when the whisk is lifted. Remove the bowl from the saucepan. 3 Sift over the flour and fold in gently then pour over the melted butter and fold in until just incorporated. Pour the mixture into the prepared cake tin. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until risen, golden and springy to the touch. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes then turn the cake out onto a wire rack and leave to cool completely. Cut the cold cake into 9 squares. 4 To make the icing, sift the icing sugar and cocoa powder into a large bowl. Stir in the melted butter and 75ml boiling water and beat with a wooden spoon until smooth. 5 Spread the coconut on a large flat plate. Take each sponge square and dip in the chocolate icing to coat completely, using two forks to gently turn the sponge square. Lift the coated square out of the icing and shake to allow any excess icing to fall back into the bowl. 6 Roll the iced square in the coconut to coat all over. Place on a board lined with baking paper and leave to set. Repeat with the rest of the sponge squares.
TOP TIP Pop the sponge squares in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes before coating in the icing – they will be a little firmer to handle and the icing will set more quickly.
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ibstock & barlestone surgeries
MONTHLY UPDATE WELCOME to this, my first piece in What’s Around. I am Sue Barker the new Finance & Business Manager at Ibstock and Barlestone surgeries and I will be writing these pieces regularly each month from now on. Although this is aimed at our own patients, some of what I write will be relevant to patients of other local surgeries too. This is an exciting time for Ibstock and Barlestone surgeries with a number of new staff joining the team to complement our doctors and improve patient care. Over the summer we welcomed Dr Helen Kay and Hayley Aldridge to the team. Dr Kay works three days a week. Hayley Aldridge is an emergency care practitioner (an upskilled paramedic) and works four days a week. Hayley sees patients with minor illnesses and also does the majority of home visits. Having an Emergency Care Practitioner join the team is innovative but we know that more and more practices are looking at doing this too. Feedback from patients has been really positive.
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Sylvia Otter, an experienced pharmacist has also joined our team. As an expert in medicines Sylvia will be undertaking medication reviews for patients, starting with patients on eight or more medications and those with long term conditions, to ensure that the patients are on the appropriate medications. She will be available to answer questions from patients who would like a bit more information about taking their medicines. Both Hayley and Sylvia’s roles are new to us and we feel will complement the doctors and enable us to give better service and care to our patients. We are now right in the middle of flu vaccinations. If you are in the groups eligible for a free jab on the NHS (all those 65 and over, in the ‘At Risk’ groups and most 2, 3 and 4 year old children) please book in if you have not done so already. If you are unsure if you qualify, see the information on our website www.ibstockhousesurgery.nhs.uk or give reception a call and they will be able to help you. We welcome feedback, both positive and negative, so please let us know about your experiences, via our website ‘Contact Details’ page or our ‘Suggestions’ box in reception.
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storytime The
Plot “Is there any chance you could give me a hand?” Carrie looked up from the library photocopier at the young man. It was the same one she’d been discretely watching across the bookshelves as he struggled to finish his essay. “I need to enlarge this picture and I’m not sure how”, he said. Carrie reasoned that she had only been watching him because she thought he might be the poor bloke that Marissa had got her claws into. She could see why; even though he was wearing his jumper inside out, he was rather cute. As well as being a student, Carrie worked evenings at the college library, and had come to notice most things. For example, she’d seen him cast anxious glances at the library clock, and suspected that tonight was the night that Marissa had finally agreed to go on a date with him. There was a big Bonfire Party in town, and she’d overheard Marissa boasting that this guy was so besotted with her he would be buying her entry ticket and her drinks all night. Poor man, what was he letting himself in for? Carrie stared at the book he was holding out to her. “I’m sorry?” she said. “I need to enlarge this”, he said apologetically, “I’m in a bit of a hurry”. If he was hoping to catch the six o’clock bus into town, Carrie thought, he was cutting it rather fine. Slowly, she took the book. “Sure, what do you want enlarging?” “It’s the Palace of Westminster”. He pointed to the page, “I need it blowing up”. She looked at the picture and laughed. “That’s the Houses of Parliament isn’t it?” “Yes”, he adjusted his glasses, “it’s for an essay”. “You’re asking me to help you blow up the Houses of Parliament?” She giggled, “tonight of all nights?” He stared at her blankly. “It’s bonfire night”, she explained. “Course!”, he grinned, “I’m going to a bonfire party”. “Got a hot date lined up?” Carrie said, and laughed at her own joke. “Something like that”. He blushed. “We don’t want you to be late”. Carrie smiled, “I bet she’ll have you hung drawn and quartered”. Knowing Marissa, thought Carrie, that’s the least she would do. He laughed nervously. Carrie placed the book carefully on the photocopier, “Does this make me a co-conspirator?” she asked, and pressed a few buttons.
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“About what?” he said. “About your gunpowder plot?” “Oh yeah”. He glanced at the clock again and winced. Carrie bit her lip and pressed the start button. Nothing happened. “That’s odd”. She gave the machine a kick. It stayed silent. Carrie methodically went through the whole process again, twice; patiently checking everything, but still nothing. “I’m sorry, the machine’s playing up”, she sighed, “our technician will be back in an hour, can you come back then?” The library clock chimed six. The young man slumped against the wall. The bus was leaving without him. “Cheer up”, Carrie said guiltily, “I’m sure she won’t mind waiting”. It was common knowledge that Marissa waited for nobody. She took a deep breath, “I’m finishing work now. Can I buy you a drink in the student bar to help pass the time?” “Why not?” He managed a smile, “You’ve been really helpful”. “I’m Carrie”. She comically held out her hand, “What’s your name?” “It’s Guy”, he smiled and shook it warmly. “Guy Fawkes”. “You’re joking?” “Got you”. he grinned, “It’s Tom”. “I’ll get my stuff and meet you there in five”. Carrie waved him off, and, as walked away, bent down and switched the photocopier back on.
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out and about
Fab Fireworks!
SO go the words of the age old poem – it’s now over 400 years since Guy Fawkes and his band of followers tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament. I have to confess to never quite understanding whether the celebration was about the fact that the plot was discovered and stopped, or whether we were celebrating the memory of Guy Fawkes and his followers? I strongly suspect that it’s simply a great excuse to enjoy a bit of fun every autumn just as the dark nights are drawing in! However you view it, most people enjoy bonfire night. The safest (and most cost effective) way to enjoy a really good firework display is to attend an organised event. We take a look at a couple of local events: MALLORY PARK RACE CIRCUIT (in Kirkby Mallory, just off the A447) have a Firework and Bonfire Spectacular on Friday 6th November. The event includes live music, an exclusive Frozen display (sure to delight youngsters!), food stalls, funfair and face painting. Tickets cost £5 for adults, £3 for children or £15 for a family ticket (2 adults plus 3 children) and car parking is free. To book call 01455 502214 or see www.malloryparkcircuit.com. CATTOWS FARM AT HEATHER host an event on Saturday 7th November. Billed as The Midlands Biggest Bonfire, Fireworks and Laser Show those attending can look forward to a laser show plus large bonfire and spectacular fireworks. Children can meet some of their favourite characters, enjoy fairground attractions, toffee apples and more. Cost, on the gates, will be £8 for adults (over 16), £6 for children (aged 3 to 16) and under 3’s are free. There is also a £2 car parking charge. For more details search Facebook for The Midlands Biggest Bonfire, Fireworks & Laser Show. Enjoy your bonfire night but please remember to follow the firework code and don’t forget to make sure that your pets are safe and sound at this time of year.
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a walk in the forest
Exploring the Miners Way A lovely walk which starts from the centre of Ibstock and then heads out along the Miners Way to explore some of the many paths of Grange Wood and Battram Wood. The Miners Way is dedicated to the memory of the late Councillor Vic Price who wanted to create a different kind of memorial than the mining wheels which are common in our area – what a great way to do it. I started from the free car park which is on the High Street in Ibstock close to Hall’s of Ibstock Ltd (LE67 6LG if you need a sat nav to get there). The walk takes around an hour with just a short section on pavements to reach the Miners Way – after that it is great dog walking!
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Cross the road from the car park to the Ram’s Head then turn right and first left to go down Orchard Street. At the bottom turn right into Douglas Drive and you will see the Miners Way on your left marked by a large rock with a plaque on it. (1) Follow the footpath sign to go through a metal gate, across a bridge over a small brook and up the grassy area to a second metal gate beneath an arch of ivy (2). The path continues up the edge of a field before following a green arrow through a gap by a small rusty gate after which you start to enter the woodland area. Continuing ahead with a fenced area to your left you will soon come to a junction where a wide bridleway crosses and there is an inviting, well made, path diagonally across to your left (3). Cross over and take this path, following the Parish Walks arrow.
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Continue on up the wide path and after a while it will pass by a 5 bar gate (which is actually 4 bars as the bottom is missing!) and then get a little narrower. Cross a wide bridge over a stream and then, immediately before the place where a split log lies on either side of the path (4), turn right and follow this smaller track which goes gently uphill.
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At the top of the slope you reach a bridle path marked by red arrows and a sign with a map of Battram Wood. Turn left along the wide gravel bridle path. As you walk along the bridle path there are lots of tempting grassy paths off to both sides which you could explore if you wished but for the purposes of our walk you need to ignore them and stick to the bridle path until the woodland on your right finishes. Almost as soon as this happens there is a stile and a public footpath sign on your right – turn left here and (with your back to the stile) go through the gap ahead of you where you will find two grassy paths leading through the woods (5). Take the left hand path and follow it for a short distance to meet up with a gravel path marked with black and yellow arrows. Turn left along the gravel path following it downhill (at this point there are houses just visible on the horizon, quite a way off and above the tree line). Pass by a seat on your left and then a large bare tree trunk before arriving at the place where the split log lies on either side of the path that you were at earlier (but from the other direction). Continuing on down this same path you are now retracing your outward journey:
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Pass back over the bridge across the stream and past the gate with the missing bar, then on to arrive at the point where the bridleway crosses. Go diagonally across and to your left, following the yellow and green arrow back past the small old gate, down the edge of the field and through the metal gates until you pass the play area on your left and emerge back onto Douglas Drive.
If you keep straight ahead you will follow Grange Road back up to Ibstock High Street, the car park is a short way along to the right. All walks are checked before publication but please be aware that paths may change over time and with the seasons.
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on the beat THIS month we hear from the NN43 Valley beat team:
Hello everyone... Over recent weeks the team have been carrying out traffic operations in conjunction with resident led Speedwatch Groups, partner agencies and local communities in order to make the beat a safer place. A number of drivers were stopped and advised for minor breaches, others were reported for excessive speed. Schools within the area are benefitting from input from the beat team - both as ongoing assembly presentations and bespoke workshops. Presentations given have covered subjects such as Stranger Danger, Halloween/Bonfire Night, and Child Sexual Exploitation.
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We have two bespoke workshops, the Protect Workshop and Chelsea’s Choice. The Protect Workshop is delivered to students by offers and staff in a fun and interactive way, teaching them key messages to help them make positive decisions and stay safe. The workshop is based on the message that ‘actions have consequences’ - children learn that poor decision making could result in them finding themselves in a risky situation, or in trouble with the law. All of the topics within the workshop are linked to the Ofsted Curriculum. The Chelsea’s Choice Workshop is part of an ongoing initiative to advocate safe internet usage to local young people. This workshop raises awareness of healthy relationships, safe internet use, identifying risky situations and more. For the adult audiences it also covers awareness of the warning signs of child sexual exploitation and the journey that young people may have been on that has resulted in them being exploited. You can find practical crime prevention advice online at http://support. leics.police.uk/. Contact your local Safer Neighbourhood Police Officer via leics.police.uk/local-policing/valley.
PCSO KEV BRADLEY call: 101 voicemail ID: 6867 email: kevin.bradley@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk
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in your home Not a fan of wallpaper but bored with paint? Use your imagination and ingenuity to create all sorts of interesting decorative effects on your walls, says interiors expert Katherine Sorrell
Give your WALLS
TERRIFIC TILES Hard-wearing, long-lasting, easy to clean and potentially highly decorative, tiles are often overlooked as a wallcovering other than for the inevitable bathroom or kitchen splashback. Yet they are available in as great a variety of colours and patterns as wallpaper, and can have just as much impact. Just how a tiled area looks – whether it’s a whole wall or a small splashback – depends on a variety of factors. Their colour, pattern and texture are most important, of course, but size (from huge slabs to tiny mosaic) matters, too, while shape also plays a part. While most tiles are square or rectangular, other shapes are available, and can create complex patterns that have enormous impact. Your chosen layout also makes a difference, whether it’s a simple grid, an offset design (also known as brick bond), herringbone, pinwheel or random. And what colour grout will you choose? Tiling may not be as simple as it first seems – but it can certainly be rewarding. TIMBER PANELLING Wood panelling keeps heat in and noises out, and is great for disguising wonky walls. More than that, though, it has fabulous warmth and character. Choose fielded panelling for classic feel, or simple tongue and groove for that cosy, country look. Leave natural or paint to coordinate with the rest of the room – it’s up to you. MIRROR A wall (or a portion of it) covered with a sheet of mirror will reflect light around and instantly make the room seem bigger. The larger the mirror, the thicker it needs to be, so it’s often a good idea to get professional help to attach it securely. POLISHED PLASTER A centuries-old Italian technique, also known as Venetian plaster, involves applying several thin coats of plaster and polishing with wax. The finished result boasts a lovely depth of colour and can resemble marble, stone or suede. FABRIC Choose your fabric, line it, stretch it, and staple it to battens fixed to the walls. There’s no way around it: this traditional technique is expensive. It looks amazing, however, and is helpful in insulating against cold and noise.
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COMPOSITES AND LAMINATES They may seem dull, but in fact sheets of plastic laminate or solid composite have decorative potential. As they are waterproof and require few joins, they make an especially good choice for bathrooms. LEATHER Costly but eye-catching and incredibly luxurious, leather-clad walls possess enormous character, while their patina, like that of a quality shoe, will develop over time. Apparently, they are even sound- and fire-retardant. CORK Cork sheets and tiles offer many appealing qualities, from being warm and soft to the touch to having insulating and soundproofing benefits. What’s more, they are highly environmentally-friendly. A range of modern colours, patterns and textures is available. SHEET METAL Fancy an unusual wall installation? Then opt for sheets of metal – steel, copper or aluminium, say. Finishes include different textures, laser-cut designs or even designer rust and, depending on their patina and arrangement, the end result could be either overtly industrial or sleek and upmarket.
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your hobbies
Make it festive, keep it floral. . .
FLOWERS are a treat for the senses and it’s worth taking time to work out exactly how you can use them to best effect. Before you rush down to the florist, take a minute to think about location, colour and theme.
LOCATION: where will the flowers be on display? What size is the room? Make sure you buy flowers that are right for the space – for example, strongly scented flowers such as lilies may be overpowering in a small room. COLOUR: do you like seasonal colours – shiny green foliage and deep red blooms – or do you prefer a sophisticated blend of silver and white? What about an earthy palette, combining dried oranges and cinnamon sticks with orangey-brown chrysanthemums? THEME: Country cottage charm? Quirky retro? Traditional splendour or urban cool? There are flowers to suit every mood and you can add a range of extras, from silver baubles to spray-painted garden twigs, to support your chosen theme. Having decided on the colour, theme and location, it’s time to think about the type of vase or container you will use. Try to choose one that is compatible with your chosen theme. If you haven’t got a vase of a suitable colour, you could tie a ribbon around it in a colour that matches the floral display.
The festive season provides the perfect distraction from the midwinter blues by prompting us to decorate our homes inside and out, but an overload of festive ‘bling’ sometimes makes us forget about the simpler pleasures of Christmas, particularly when it comes to buying fresh flowers.
Make sure that you clean your vase thoroughly before adding the flowers, using bleach or Milton tablets and a bottle brush. It’s vital to use flower food if you want your bouquet to last: you can make a solution yourself using a quarter of a teaspoon of bleach, two tablespoons of lemon juice and one tablespoon of sugar in a quart (1136ml) of warm water. If you are creating a table centrepiece, the golden rule is that the colour of the arrangement should harmonise with the tablecloth, napkins and crackers. A crowded table might look better with just one or two stems placed in narrow bottles, arranged along the middle. One of the most distinctive aspects of a traditional, seasonal arrangement is the use of deep green foliage, but remember that evergreen branches have woody stems that can sometimes be reluctant to absorb water. You can give tough stems a head start by plunging them into a mug containing a couple of inches of boiling water and leaving them for a minute to “sear”. There are many more tricks and tips you can employ to keep your flowers looking great right through to New Year and you’ll find lots of inspirational videos on YouTube (www.youtube.com). Flowers can be more expensive at Christmas time, but you can create some fantastic arrangements by supplementing a few choice blooms with evergreen leaves and decorations. If you’re tempted to take up flower arranging as a hobby, then you’ll find some helpful information at www.nafas.org.uk, where you’ll be able to find out about local clubs, courses and classes. A festive floral arrangement provides us with a simple reminder that spring is on its way, so this year, don’t forget to say “Happy Christmas” in the language of flowers.
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in your garden
The ultimate choice of plants will be largely determined by the conditions in and the size of your garden, so a trip to your local garden centre is worthwhile. The Japanese crimson glory vine (Vitis coignetiae) is a fabulous ornamental vine which can grow to a height of 90 feet, so can be used to train over trees or large buildings. Its toothed leaves turn a range of purple, crimson and reddish-orange colours in autumn. Some viburnums, including Viburnum dentatum, also have lovely autumn colours and for bright yellow autumn foliage then the witch hazels (Hamamelis and Fothergilla) are some of my favourites, although they prefer an acid soil.
Autumn Planning and Planting THERE is no doubt that the main growing season is over for the year and autumn is now very much with us, which makes it a perfect time to review exactly how your garden looks at this time of year and to do some planning and planting too. If everything is looking a bit glum, why not make sure that for years to come you have many rich autumnal shades of orange, red, yellow and gold to brighten things up? There are numerous trees, shrubs and climbers with brilliant autumn colour and now is the perfect time for planting, as the soil should still be relatively warm and considerably more moist than it was during summer. It is also a perfect time to shop for plants which you can enjoy at this time of year, giving you the chance to see the plants ‘in the flesh’ and find out which individual tints and hues you find the most attractive. Make sure that you check the growing requirements of the trees and shrubs you choose carefully and ensure that you can supply them with exactly what they need, as soil and site conditions can hugely influence autumn colour. For instance, one of my real favourites is the sweet gum or Liquidambar but this is unlikely to produce the striking colour for which it is renowned if planted in a relatively shallow soil over chalk. You should also try to choose a relatively sheltered site for plants grown for autumn colour, avoiding the most windswept areas where strong winds will rapidly knock the leaves from the shrub or tree just when the plant has come into the best of its autumnal shades.
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The numerous maples, particularly the Japanese maples, not only bring vibrant colours into your garden during autumn but being relatively small or very slow growing are suitable for most plots. There are lots of different types of Acer palmatum which bring lovely colour, including Acer palmatum ‘Lutesens’, which turns a rich yellowish gold, ‘Crimson Queen’, ‘Trompenburg’, ‘Garnet’ and ‘Seiryu’, ‘Osakazuki’, ‘Orange Dream’, ‘Heptalobum’ and Acer palmatum ‘dissectum’ and Acer palmatum ‘dissectum atropurpureum’, and also the beautiful leaves of Acer palmatum ‘Beni-Shidare’. Whatever you choose it is important to make sure that the plants’ root balls are thoroughly watered and teased out, before being placed in a well prepared planting hole. Plant at the correct depth, so that the shrub or tree is buried to the same depth as it was whilst in the compost. Always keep the soil just moist around the roots, both now and throughout next year, to help them get well established so you can enjoy them for years to come. Editorial by Pippa Greenwood
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ashby museum news
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ork is continuing in earnest to catalogue properly our huge collection of Ashby Boys’ and Girls’ Grammar school ephemera. The collection includes such items as photographs, magazines, school play programmes, sports fixtures and programmes, speech day programmes, caps, badges, prefect and sports’ day medals and admission registers for the Boys’ Grammar from 1901 to 1955 and the Girls’ Grammar from 1894 to 1972. More of the Boys’ Grammar School items are to be found at the County Record Office in Wigston. Our current exhibition of fascinating artefacts from the Museum’s collection will remain until the New Year. Pudding Bag Productions have used the Museum for part of their exciting new film for the Bath Grounds project.
We welcome anyone who has a couple of hours to spare once a fortnight, to join the team of custodians who operate the front-of-house. New people have offered their services this year but we can always accommodate more and we’d love to hear from you if you are thinking of finding something rewarding to do and meet friendly new people.
FRIENDS OF ASHBY MUSEUM Following our ‘What is it?’ evening on 30th October and our Annual General Meeting. on 31st October our next event is an afternoon talk about Hathern Microbrewery on Wednesday 2nd December at 2pm at the museum. Please note that this is a re-arranged date and that this talk is no longer on November 25th. The cost is £3, to include tea/coffee. Please call the museum on 01530 560 090 to book a place. Thanks to all who have supported us during 2015.
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book reviews
War and Peace
In November we remember Armistice Day and it’s always a moving and contemplative time of the year. We remember those who gave their lives fighting in the trenches, and for the lost generation who never returned. Whether they’re based on fact or purely fiction, the stories and novels of WWI still resonate today. Here are some of the most unforgettable.
LINE OF FIRE: Diary of an Unknown Soldier...
Barroux (Author), Sarah Ardizzone (Translator)
This remarkable and unusual book came from the chance discovery of a diary. French writer and illustrator Barroux found the journal of an unknown soldier in a rubbish heap on a Parisian street. Barroux’s simple and often stark pencil illustrations have brought the words of the soldier to life and given us a rare glimpse into the first two months of WW1.The diary begins just as France officially declares war, and the soldier’s often heartrending descriptions cover a broad spectrum of emotions: from the physical ache and rub of boots in the here and now, to the hope and longing for his family and for a safe passage through the conflict. What became of the soldier we will perhaps never know, but here we have a rare glimpse into a moment and a life, in time.
WarHorse. . .
Michael Morpurgo
From the pen of acclaimed children’s author, Michael Morpurgo, comes a story that has captivated kids and adults alike. Joey is a beautiful young foal who is sold to the army and quickly finds himself charging into battle as the war rages in France. Told through Joey’s eyes, this is a powerful story about friendship, humility and humanity. Joey battles to stay alive and never lets go of his dream of returning home to his original owner, Albert and the farm life he left behind. This powerful story has become both an emotive stage show in the West End and a Hollywood blockbuster.
Pat Barker Pat Barker’s novel was inspired by her grandfather’s own experiences during World War 1 and a lot of the characters are based on the accounts of individuals who were treated for ‘shell-shock’ and post-traumatic stress disorder (although it wasn’t recognised as such at the time) at Craiglockhart War Hospital in Edinburgh. The title refers to the research carried out by psychologist W.H.R. Rivers into nerve regeneration after mental and emotional trauma, and explores the medical practices and treatments of the time. The story centres on an English officer who is sent to a military hospital after refusing to continue to fight in the war.
The Guns of August...
Barbara W. Tuchman
The thirty days leading up to the start of World War One have been brought to life in Tuchman’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. It focuses on why the war broke out, who was involved and why it wasn’t prevented. Her attention to detail is incredible and as those last few weeks spill out in front of us, you can almost feel as though you are reliving it. It makes for incredibly powerful and thought-provoking reading.
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it’s local North West Leicestershire will be commemorating Remembrance on Sunday 8th November.
Coalville remembers The day starts with a service at Christ Church, Coalville and St Wilfrid’s Catholic Church at 9.45am followed by the parade, which will depart from the church around 10.35am. The event is organised by North West Leicestershire District Council in conjunction with the Whitwick branch of the Royal British Legion. The council would be interested to hear from any uniformed groups that would like to take part in this year’s parade and service with the wreath laying ceremony at the War Memorial. Each year the support from the local community has been exceptional and very much appreciated. Major Bream, Deputy Lieutenant will lay a wreath at the War Memorial – along with the chairman of the council, and many others. The Northamptonshire Cadet Force, F Squadron Corps of Drums will also be in the parade. Coalville and District Bikers (including ex-servicemen) will bring up the rear of the parade.
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Councillor John Bridges, Chairman of North West Leicestershire District Council, said: “This is a very important day, to remember all of those who have lost their lives in conflicts both past and present. It would be good to see as many people as possible supporting this day of remembrance paying tribute to our fallen soldiers.” On Wednesday 11th November at 11am, Councillor Bridges will be at the War Memorial with members of The Royal British Legion for a short service to mark Armistice Day and the two minutes silence. Members of the public are welcome to attend and support this short service. Any uniformed groups that wish to take part in the service and parade should contact Angela Bexton on 01530 454603 or angela.bexton@nwleicestershire. gov.uk. Details of the Remembrance Parade in Ibstock, on 8th November can be found in our What’s On guide on page 44.
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what’s on...
November 6th November
Fireworks and Bonfire Spectactular at Mallory Park Circuit. Live music, face painting, funfair and food. Adults £5, children £3, family ticket £15. See www.malloryparkcircuit.com. ‘Mr Holmes’ (PG) - An aged, retired Sherlock Holmes looks back on his life and grapples with an unsolved case involving a beautiful woman. Century Theatre at Snibston, starts 7.30pm. Admission £3.50 on the door. Call 01530 278 444.
7th November
Zumbathon - 90 minutes of Zumba hosted by Sarah, a local qualified Zumba teacher at Canine Partners Midlands Training Centre, Osgathorpe with all proceeds to Canine Partners. £10 on the door, 1pm to 2.30pm. If you’d like to join the event, visit www.facebook.com/ events/919577391422404/. Bonfire, Fireworks and Laser Show at Cattows Farm, Heather, includes fairground attractions. On the gate prices, Adults £8, Children (3 to 16) £6, Car park £2. More information on Facebook, The Midlands Biggest Bonfire, Fireworks & Laser Show.
8th November
Ibstock Remembrance Parade and Service - Starts from Ibstock Welfare Club, in Leicester Road, at 10.30am, heading for the cenotaph in Central Avenue for 10.45am for a memorial service starting at 10.55am. The parade will march back to Ibstock Welfare Club after the service, where it will be dismissed. Coalville Remembrance Parade and Service – Services 9.45am at St Wilfred’s Catholic Church and Christ Church, Coalville, parade departs around 10.35am. See page 42 for more information.
10th November
Canine Partners Demonstration – An opportunity to meet some of the dogs in advanced training at their Midlands Training Centre at Ashby Road, Osgathorpe, LE12 9SR. Times are 11am or 2pm. You can see a full ‘day in the life of’ demonstration and hear first-hand from one of their partnerships about the difference
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having a Canine Partner has made to their life. Contact 01530 225 939 for more details.
11th November
Armistice Day Service – Short service and 2 minute silence, 11am at the War Memorial, Coalville. All welcome. Christmas Cookery Demonstration by Clarissa Laker. 7.30pm at Packington Memorial Hall. Tickets £5 to include wine/mince pie. Proceeds to Parkinsons UK. Call Doreen Gasson on 01530 412012 for tickets.
13th November
‘Intimately Eva’ - Lesley Curtis sings Eva Cassidy at Thringstone House Community Centre, The Green, Thringstone, Coalville. LE67 8NR. Tickets £8, 7.30pm to 10pm. For more details call 01530 222 337 or visit www.thringstonecommunity centre.org.uk.
14th November
‘Mistress Shakespeare (Anne Hathaway)’ - Presented by Lesley Smith, curator at Tutbury Castle and Elizabethan historian. Century Theatre at Snibston, starts 7.30pm. Tickets £8 advance, £9.50 on the door. Call 01530 278 444.
20th November
Charity Quiz Night and Raffle at The Club, North Street, Whitwick. In support of the Children's Cancer Unit ‘Our Space Appeal’, at the Leicester Royal Infirmary. 8pm, tickets £5 per person (teams of 4), cash prize for the winning team.
21st November
Ashby Farmers Market – 9am to 2pm at Manor House South Street. Bringing you the finest foods from the region and specialist stalls. Free parking. ‘The Top Ten Beatles’ - The Midlands' premier Beatles tribute band. Century Theatre at Snibston, starts 7.30pm. Tickets £10 advance, £12 on the door. Book online at www. centurytheatre.co.uk or call 01530 278 444.
22nd November
Market Bosworth Farmers Market – Every fourth Sunday of the month from 9am to 2.30pm at Market Square, Market Bosworth CV13 0LJ. Bringing you the finest foods from the region and specialist stalls.
26th to 28th November
‘The Game’s Afoot’ – A comedy thriller by Ken Ludwig, at The Venture Theatre, North Street, Ashby. Tickets £8 and £9 from Ashby TIC.
27th November
‘Oh What a Night’ - Sensational show tunes from the West End & Broadway. Century Theatre at Snibston, starts 7.30pm. Tickets: £9 standard, £7 concessions. Book online at www. centurytheatre.co.uk or call 01530 278 444. Heather Primary School Christmas Fete – An evening of fun organised by Heather PTA. Lots of fabulous stalls, crafts, gifts and refreshments plus the chance to visit Santa in his grotto. Heather Primary School, Main Street, Heather from 6pm to 8pm.
28th November
Ashby Christmas Fair - Meet Santa with his new sleigh, enjoy carol singing, entertainment, music and children’s rides plus the regions’ best food and drink from Food Gusto and great gift ideas. Lower Market Street, Ashby, LE65 1AF from 10am to 4pm. Ravenstone Church Christmas Fair – Lots of stalls plus refreshments and Santa may even come to visit! Ravenstone Institute, doors open at 2.30pm.
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what’s on at the palace...
November... The Palace Indoor Car Boot Sale
Sunday 1st November, 9am ‘til Midday Pick up a bargain! Admission 20p. For more details or to book a stall call Gary on 01530 262400. (Also on Dec. 6th, Jan. 10th, Feb. 14th and March 6th)
Skittles Night with Fish & Chip Supper
Friday 13th November Supper included in the ticket price. 7.45pm start. Tickets: £7 Adults and £3 under 16’s from Halls, High Street, Ibstock, Tel: 01530 260460 or The Palace Tel: 01530 262400.
Palace Film Night ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’ (PG13)
Friday 20th November, 7.30pm Based on the classic novel by Thomas Hardy; In Victorian England, the independent and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak, a sheep farmer; Frank Troy, a reckless Sergeant; and William Boldwood, a prosperous and mature bachelor. Doors/ bar open at 7pm. Film starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: £5/£4.
Buddy Holly & The Crickets Tribute
Saturday 21st November, 7.30pm doors open Presented by ‘The Temple Bros.’; the team that brought the very popular ‘The Everly Brothers’ tribute night to The Palace. A fabulous, professional tribute show. Doors open 7.30pm, licensed bar, concert starts at 8pm. Please contact The Palace on 01530 262400 for more details.
Palace Line Dance
Friday 16th October, doors and bars open from 7pm With Honky Tonk Cliff. A great social night out with no partner required! Dancing from 7.45 pm. Tickets: In advance £5 from The Palace Tel: 01530 262400 or Halls Tel: 01530 260460 or £6 on the door.
Palace Bingo
Friday 27th November Doors open at 7.30pm. Eyes Down at 8.00pm. Licensed bar & refreshments. Everyone welcome.
Palace Social Dance
Saturday 28th November, from 7pm A very popular evening of Ballroom, Latin, and Sequence. Doors and bar open at 7.30pm. Dancing from 8pm ‘till 11pm. Tickets £5.
Coming soon... ‘He Wore A Red Hat’
Saturday 5th December, 7.30pm The New Perspectives Theatre Company present this festive-themed comedy, full of twists, turns and surprises. The village has formed a group of amateur detectives to help solve local crimes. The local poet, Joshua begins to piece together what he thinks are a series of related crimes. But a series of parcels start to arrive and he’s in for a big surprise… Join Joshua for a spot of sleuthing as he attempts to restore faith in the festive season. Tickets: £8, concs £6. Combo ticket (1 Full & 2 concs) £16. (Age 12+).
The Palace Indoor Car Boot Sale
Sunday 6th December, 9am ‘til Midday Pick up a bargain! Admission 20p. For more details or to book a stall call Gary on 01530 262400. (Also on Jan. 10th, Feb. 14th, and March 6th.)
The Palace Christmas Festival
Friday 11th December, 4pm-8.30pm Saturday 12th December, 10am-1pm Visit Santa in his enchanted ‘Fairytale’ Castle. Free admission to Indoor Christmas Market Festive stalls, lots of gift ideas, Children’s entertainment. Lots of festive fun for all ages - don’t miss it!
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. 46
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Mosaic Disability Services, 9.30am-3.30pm Call Amanda Tebbutt on (0116) 2318720 or (07912) 480961. Zumba Fitness, 6.30pm-7.30pm Ditch the workout – join the party! Contact Laura on (07702) 345586. Fitness Pilates class, 7.45pm-8.45pm Focussing on core stability whilst improving tone and body alignment through controlled movement. Contact Michelle on (07887) 678367.
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50+ Fitness Pilates, 10.30am-11.30am Call Michelle Scott-Worthington on (07887) 678367. Outlook Group, 1.30pm-3pm A social group for senior citizens for details call Elaine Hodgetts on (01530) 262400.
Friday
Tai Chi, 10am – 11am Call Michael Cashmore on (07714) 215216.
Bubbles Playgroup, 10.30am-12noon Contact Rachel Seabrook on (01530) 452144.
Childrens Dance Classes Beginners Ballet 4-4.45pm; Beginners Tap 4.45-5.30pm; Musical Theatre 5.30-6.15pm Contact Miss Jessica of Rochelle School of Dance (established over 60 years in the area) (01455) 636514, (07949) 121442 or office@rochelle-dance.com.
ME Sports , 4pm-5pm Afternoon dance and movement session for girls and boys from 4-14 years to enjoy. For more information or to book a place call 07584 568937.
Monthly Bingo Friday 27th November. Doors open 7.30pm. Eyes down at 8pm. Licensed bar & refreshments. Everyone welcome.
Circuit Training, 6.45pm-7.45pm Call Curtis Smith on (07870) 498110 or (01455) 291656.
Saturday
Tuesday
Tai Chi, 8pm-9pm Call 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. Call Michelle on (07887) 678367. Plyometrics - total body workout, 6pm-7pm. Call 078114 00990 or sign-up online at www.sctotalbodyworkout.co.uk 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
‘Healthy Hearts’, 9.30am-10.20am A low impact aerobic workout specifically designed for the 50+ age group. Contact Michelle on (07887) 678367.
Community Morning, 10am-12noon. Every Saturday (except the 1st Saturday each month) the Palace plays host to groups, organisations and associations from the village. So if you would like to learn more about what is happening in your community, come along. Also a variety of market stalls selling locally produced goods, including delicious homemade cakes, plus produce from Ibstock’s very own dairy, including milk, butter, yoghurt and cream. Light refreshments available.
Sunday
Gatling Gun Productions, 2pm-4pm Local film group. Every two weeks. If you are interested in being involved in the film making business, call Ian Hodges on 07964 976099. 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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this month
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ince 2003, ‘Movember’ has inspired 4 million moustaches worldwide. But what’s it really about? Let’s look behind the moustache.
WHAT IS MOVEMBER? The November challenge asks men to grow moustaches and talk about their health, with the aim to increase awareness of men’s health issues and raise funds for the Movember Foundation, a global charity whose mission is “to have an everlasting impact on the face of men’s health”. The Foundation aims to reduce male mortality from prostate and testicular cancer and improve sufferers’ physical and mental health, and to reduce mortality from male suicide by reducing mental health discrimination and ensuring that men and boys understand how to stay mentally healthy, taking action early when they experience problems. So far, it has raised £346 million and financed 800 research and awareness programs in 21 countries. “In the last 10 years or so... we’ve built the largest global men’s health movement off the back of the simple act of growing a moustache and a sense of fun and mateship,” says Adam Garone, CEO and Co-Founder.
THE MOVEMBER FOUNDATION’S ADVICE Know your key numbers – ‘one of the most important things you can do,’ whatever your age. Track your body mass index, weight, waistline measurement, blood pressure, cholesterol and blood glucose levels. Know your family health history – including illnesses suffered by family members who have passed away. Keep moving – maintain (or work up to) 20-30 minutes of moderate physical activity, 2-3 days a week, avoid sitting for too long and stay on the move. Take action early – ‘Early diagnosis is often key to living a healthy life’. if there’s nothing wrong, your mind is put at rest. Attend that prostate examination and check your testes regularly (http://www.yourprivates.org.uk/ provides a useful guide). Don’t smoke - smoking doubles heart disease risk and makes you 20 times more likely to develop lung cancer.
Movember.com
CHANGING THE FACE OF MEN’S HEALTH WHY FOCUS ON MEN’S HEALTH? In 2011, the average UK life expectancy was 82.6 years for women but just 78.7 years for men, who were 14% more likely to get cancer and 32% more likely to die from it. Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in 25-49 year olds, but highly curable. 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point. The Foundation believes the main reasons for men’s poor health are: • Lack of awareness and understanding of men’s health issues • Men’s reluctance to discuss their health and feelings or take action when they’re unwell • Engaging in risky activities • Mental health stigmas The Foundation’s most recent research showed that 99% of Movember participants talked to someone about their health, 75% were more aware of potential health issues and 62% had seen a doctor, or intended to, to discover their ‘key numbers’.
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Eat well – think moderation and variety. Choose fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, poultry, fish, beans and nuts and minerals, and avoid foods and drinks with added sugars or high saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol and salt. Sleep well – lack of sleep and poor quality sleep can damage your immune system and increase appetite and vulnerability to stress. Stay mentally healthy – spend time doing things you find enjoyable and relaxing. Be proactive about your mental health. Drink alcohol only in moderation. Wear sunscreen – and check skin changes with your doctor. Early diagnosis and treatment dramatically increases melanoma survival rates. To find out movember.com/
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just 4 fun
Solutions on page 52
SUDOKU 50
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 52.
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PUZZLE SOLUTIONS - SUDOKU - HONEYCOMB & MORE... SUDOKU
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Cyprus Australia and New Zealand Cloud Cuckoo Land On the moon Poland The Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea 7. Oz (in The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz) 8. The Adriatic Sea 9. Neptune 10. Liechtenstein.
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business directory Accountants & Payroll Accapita
Garden 12
Haines Watts Ashby Ltd JAWS Accountancy Services Ltd
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Aerials & Satellite
Eden Tree Care
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Endurance Landscape Services Ltd
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Inspire Landscape Design & Constr.
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A B Aerials
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Orchid Garden Services
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Stocktons Satellite & Aerial
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The Ten Mile Timber Company
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Hair & Beauty
Arts, Crafts & Gifts Ferrers Centre for Arts & Crafts
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Mobile Hairdressing by Zoe
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George’s Canvas Printing
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The Beauty Rooms
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The Beauty & Therapy Lounge
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Tip Top Hair Design
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Builders Green Builders Keith Armston Building Contractors
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Carpets & Interiors Ashby Carpets
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Ashby Decorator Centre
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Coalville Furniture Superstore The Flooring and Bed Company
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Childcare Orchard House Day Nursery Swingboat Nurseries
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Cleaning, Ironing, Laundry Services Deanclean
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NJR Pure Clean
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Oven Clean
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Safeclean
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Toni's Ironing Angels
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Driving Schools Bardon School of Motoring
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Electricians M Gleeson Electrician
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Events
Healthcare Bosworth Home Care
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Caring Hands
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Juliet Brooke Chiropody
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Sharron Miller Coaching
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Traditional Acupuncture
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IT Services Midland IT The PC Clinic
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Kitchens & Bathrooms Ashby Tile & Bathrooms
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Holme Tree Kitchens
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Ibstock Kitchens
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Locksmiths Hazlewood Locksmiths
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Pet Services Pet Stay
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Plumbers & Gas Services B Wilkinson Plumbing
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Property Repairs & Maintenance Cloudy 2 Clear
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Ashby Christmas Fair
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Mr Oddjob Handyman Services
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Christmas with Concordia
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RSJ Roofing
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TS Roofing
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Donington Park
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Funhouse Comedy
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Window Mate
The Palace Community Centre
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Pubs, Restaurants, Take Aways
Financial Services Regent Financial Management
The George Inn 5
Food & Groceries
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Charnwood Tree Services
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Recruitment Bosworth Home Care
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Calcott Turkeys
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Caring Hands
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Conibears Kitchen
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Ravenstone with Snibston Parish Council
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