All Things Local Belper Edition - February/March 2015

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February / March 2015

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EDITOR’S LETTER


and welcome to the first edition of 2015.Just after the last edition went to print, it was announced that our very own Belper had won a fantastic accolade - The Great British High Street of the Year Award for 2014. You have probably already heard about this or seen the posters proudly displayed in various establishments throughout the town.

You might not be aware that the national Great British High Street Competition was split into 7 different categories. Not only did Belper win the Best Market Town Category, it then went on to be named the Winner of Winners and take the overall crown. There were 135 entries in total so we really should be very proud of our thriving market town.

I first encountered Belper as a child; every Sunday morning my dad would take me and my brother swimming at Belper Sports Centre. A lot has changed since then but I love Belper as much now as I did back then. I bought my first home just outside Belper twenty-one years ago and have stayed in the area ever since. A huge thank you to Angelo’s Restaurant in Milford for providing a 2 course Sunday Lunch for 2 people for this edition’s crossword prize. Turn to page 6 to enter.There’s just enough room for me to remind you of some forthcoming dates for your diary:

Mother’s Day is on Sunday 15 March – there are lots of gift and meal ideas within these pages! The clocks go forward at 1am on Sunday 29 March – this means it’s almost time to dust off the barbecue!

Have a great couple of months everyone!

Karyn

Karyn Milner, Publisher/Editor

CONGRATULATIONSJeanette Briggs of Ripley who has won a bottle of Champagne

CONGRATULATIONSChristina Burkevicius of Belper who has won lunch for 2 at Ravello Italian Fine Dining Restaurant

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Once upon a time, your title deeds were the only evidence that you owned your property. In recent years it has become compulsory to register the ownership of a property at the Land Registry following what is known as a “trigger” event. Examples of such triggers include selling or transferring a property, re-mortgaging a property or inheriting a property. This means that much of the land and property in England is now registered title but some still remains unregistered, particularly in rural and agricultural areas.

For those whose house or land is still unregistered, you do not have to wait for a trigger event to enjoy the benefits of a registered title. You can apply to voluntarily register your house or land at any time and there are some good reasons for doing so:

• A registered title is the best form of legal protection for a property. The Land Registry has strict identification procedures which provide a greater security against fraud, squatters and claims for adverse possession. • Registering your property for the first time may help to clarify the extent of the land you own by producing a clear Title Plan which is based on an OS map. It will no longer be necessary to refer to old plans which are often unclear or damaged. It may also clarify issues such as responsibility for boundaries and rights of way by listing all of these on the land registry title, rather than having to refer to often multiple old deeds to establish whether any such rights exist.

• Having a registered title simplifies the conveyancing process when you come to sell or re-mortgage your property. Problems can arise in relation to unregistered land if it becomes apparent

that a particular deed has been lost or destroyed. Increasingly, buyers are becoming reluctant to purchase an unregistered title and may insist that a seller registers their title before they will buy, prolonging the conveyancing process and even resulting in your property sale being lost.

The Land Registry currently offers a reduced fee for dealing with the first registration of a property. In order to achieve the first registration of your property, the bundle of title deeds and documents are examined, the extent of the property and the legal ownership is identified, and an application is prepared and presented to the Land Registry. If the Land Registry has queries about the registration they will raise what are known as ‘requisitions’ which will need to be answered. Once the Land Registry is satisfied, the relevant information is consolidated into a Title Register and Title Plan which are kept on a central register. The old deeds become much less relevant (although they may still be referred to in the Land Registry title and the relevant deeds are copied and held at the Land Registry to the extent that they are referred to). The Title Register now determines ownership and, for that reason, first registration is a procedure which needs to be dealt with carefully and accurately.

Kieron Crowther is a Partner and Member of Shacklocks LLP and Head of their Property Services in Derbyshire. If you believe your land or property is not registered at the Land Registry and would like to discuss the advantages of the voluntary registration process in further detail, please contact Kieron or another member of Shacklocks’ property team at Belper on 01773 822333, Ripley on 01773 743513 or Allestree on 01332 559281. Alternatively, e-mail [email protected].

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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONALLegal Matters Shacklocks Solicitors

In each edition legal advisors from Shacklocks deal with important legal topics. This month Marion Vesey (pictured) invites us to think about making a decision that will benefit future generations.

Making a Will is a serious business. It is a time which gives many people cause to stop and think about how they want to be remembered when they are gone.

Many people are attracted by the idea of doing something to help others less fortunate than themselves after they pass away, particularly if their family are adequately provided for or if they have no close family. Whilst some still like the idea of supporting major national charities, there are many who prefer to benefit more local causes or causes close to their heart, possibly where they have had a personal involvement or received support during their lifetime.

Something that our team will discuss with clients in this situation is the idea of setting up their own charitable trust which can continue to provide support for charitable causes of their choosing long after they have passed away. Creating your own charity means that your trustees can provide support to those who need help most. There can be a great sense of satisfaction in knowing that your trustees will carry out your wishes after you have gone and that your name will be associated with such good deeds even after you are no longer around.

At Shacklocks we have set up a number of charitable trusts over the 150 years or so we have been in business and we still look after those trusts today. One of the charitable trusts we look after, for example, was established by a will in the 1940’s to provide accommodation for elderly residents.

70 years later the trust is still providing that accommodation.

Another of the trusts we look after was set up by a client who wanted to help people with particular medical conditions. Her kindness has enabled her trustees to provide financial support to a gifted young musician who has experienced a number of health issues that have interfered with her education, to enable that child to be educated in the most appropriate environment.

A Charitable Trust can be set up either during your lifetime with savings and investments built up already, or alternatively through a specially prepared Will that will only take effect following your death and will therefore not deprive you of capital or income during your lifetime.

Our team at Shacklocks have a particular speciality in preparing arrangements of this kind and also of acting as professional trustees to enable wishes to be fulfilled and instructions to be followed.

If you are thinking of supporting charities through your Will or during your lifetime with a lump sum, why not talk to us about the different ways in which we can help you benefit those good causes, and how to make the most of the tax rules that enable a charitable cause to benefit.

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Business & Professional

And so the start of another New Year came and went. The diet that started on the 1st January may still be disciplined. The exercise regime - well the gym membership seemed like a good idea at the time! As we start the year with the best intentions it is easy for the hustle and bustle of life (as well as the odd doughnut!), to take over our new regime of healthy living.

And what of your finances? What is your financial priority? Do you look to increase the payments on your mortgage to reduce the term and the amount of interest you pay, or does the £95 per month subscription on satellite TV take your money instead? Alternatively, £25 per month could buy a 35 year old man life cover of £490,846 over a 20 year term (A) or £25 per month could buy a 55 year old man life cover of £68,569 over the same term (A).

And what of your gym membership? What could the £60 per month that you were paying do if saved into a pension? A 25 year old man assuming sustained investment growth rates of 5.4% per annum (adjusted down by 2.5% annual inflation) could have a fund worth £48,800 at aged 66(*).

Living healthily is important, but so is managing your finances. Sometimes it is not about saving extra but being more efficient with your existing financial arrangements. Many times, we see clients who have bought financial products 5, 10, 20 years ago that seemed right at the time. Usually bought from a bank or building society but not reviewed since the day they were bought. Often a review of these products can

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highlight their unsuitability today, poor value or where other financial priorities become more apparent.

We, as a society, are happy to save a few pence here or make or gain some extra interest there; should we be taking more care of all our current arrangements? Often people will shop around to get a better deal on their bank account, their utilities or their car and home insurance. So why do we not review our other financial products such as your pensions and investments too? The average pension fund is circa £35,000. Should we not be looking more closely at our finances, like we do our waistline?

Maybe make a financial review another good habit and not a fad?

(A)Source – Assureweb 05/01/2015

(*) Pension investments can down as well as up. Capital loss can occur at any time. Past performance is not necessarily a guide to future performance

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A leaky, uninsulated porch is a friend to no one. But a demolished porch replaced by a mini-conservatory = firewood + bricks + glass for cold frames + indoor space for more plants (especially welcome since our greenhouse had to go).

“So what do you think?” Anne pointed to her makeshift plan on the kitchen table. I thought we could fit at least a dozen plants on the shelves, plus five trays of seedlings on the floor, and still be able to sit down.

That humble pencil and paper outline was the beginning, but it was a long and fretful journey to the finished conservatory. Low points included our builders doing a two-week vanishing act, them breaking the lid on our chiminea on the first day, and failing to put up 90-degree angle walls - twice. The wood and glass conservatory, however, was - and is - spectacular. Mind you, someone else supplied it. And, once the floor was tiled and those tantalising shelves were slated, we were ready to go.

The cat was the first visitor to the conservatory and, to be honest, didn’t seem that impressed (although she didn’t know how much we’d borrowed to pay for it).

Operation Hothouse went into action. We started with surprise tomato plants - in that they turned out to be a yellow variety - swiftly followed by Fasold green beans and Kennedy mange tout. The results were impressive, but top billing went to the California Wonder sweet peppers. Never having grown them before, I erred on the side of excess and planted 16. The 12 that thrived also gave us ample camouflage from walkers who passed up the lane.As the peppers grew - and believe me, they grew a lot -

we harvested, swapped and even froze a few (depipped and sliced first). And still they kept coming. On rare, hot days, the room smelt like a sweet pepper sauna.

I became so convinced of the conservatory’s powers that I brought in the sweet potato plant, which was ailing. It rallied a little, but when it came to harvest time I felt that the label’s bumper crop guaranteed had overstated the case. Seven sweet potatoes might be good for one plant, but not if they’re all the size of a 20p piece.

Naturally, we need to water everything regularly and employ judicious temperature control with the windows. Which also means that flies and wasps are frequent visitors. But hey, that’s nature for you. And it’s a dinner guest or two for the spiders, which moved in almost immediately.

Going forward, we want to reduce volume and increase variety (because even home-grown peppers can become a little samey). Chilli peppers are next - I’d love to grow Bhut Jolokia - reputed to be the world’s hottest chillies. Anne is a tomatophile (I like the plants, but can’t stand the taste of the fruit), so we’ll definitely look a mixture of plentiful and interesting.

The conservatory has already been nursemaid to a range of herbs and seedlings. It’s not only an extension of the house, but also an extension of our lifestyle. Anne would like more space to sit down in comfort. Or, at the very least, be able to find the cat among the indoor undergrowth.

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Family Care voluntary adoption agency is holding a series of Information Evenings in 2015, as they continue their campaign to encourage more people across Derbyshire to find out about adopting – providing a loving and lifelong home to children.

Tony Kalarai, Adoption Manager at Family Care explains: “We know that Christmas and New Year can provide a time for people to take a step back and evaluate what’s important to them. Often thoughts turn to wanting children or increasing an existing family. Adopting children is one way in which people can make this a reality. Last year, we ran two Information Evenings in Derby. Couples and single people from both events have now taken their first steps towards adopting through Family Care. With the average adoption application now taking only six months

until people are approved as adopters, there’s a strong chance that they will be celebrating next Christmas with their ‘forever family’. Three Information Evenings have been planned for this year in Derby (as well as evenings in Nottingham), so we hope that even more people will come along to find out whether adoption is right for them.” The first two of Family Care’s Information Evenings will be held at the Friend’s Meeting House, St Helen’s Street, Derby, on 26th January and 16th March. Both start at 7pm with an introduction to adoption before adopters share their journey of becoming adoptive parents. The evenings are a great way to find out more, meet the team and adopters, and have your questions answered. People wishing to attend should register their interest by emailing [email protected] or by calling Family Care’s Freephone number, 0800 055 6557. If you can’t make these events, Family Care is also holding Information Evenings on various dates in Nottingham, or you can call the team for an informal chat. More information on adopting, including further information on events, is available at www.wearefamily.org.uk

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My personal view is that the availability of and the freedom granted by the bus pass might well change after the next General Election. So if you want to do longer journeys then do them now, while you can!Whilst bus pass holders go for free on this journey, inevitably non-bus pass holders will find these outings more expensive. Where savings can be made, I will point them out.

We start with Trent Barton’s The Sixes from Belper bus station. There are four an hour starting on the hour going to Derby bus station, where a change at Bay 5 on to Trent Barton’s Red Arrow to Nottingham’s Victoria bus station is made.

Leave the bus at Victoria bus station, walk to bay 4 and take the FREE to all Centre Link service to the Broadmarsh bus station. The environmentalists among you will note that this bus is normally powered by electricity.

Kinchbus service 9 leaves on the hour and half hour from Broadmarsh bus station, bay 11, and takes about a half hour to reach Loughborough. This bus terminates in Baxter Gate and it is just a short walk back to the market place and shops. Thursday is market day. Just by the stop is the Baptist Church which from

Monday to Friday serves excellent light snacks and drinks at very reasonable prices.

The return to Derby is aboard Kinchbus’s Skylink service to Derby. This leaves from stop HB on the High Street at 19, 39, 59 minutes past the hour. The journey takes about an hour and a quarter back to Derby bus station and includes a run round East Midlands Airport. Home is by The Sixes once more, from bay 22 at 5,10, 35 and 50 minutes past the hour.

Tickets: If you have to pay, the best value is Trent Barton’s Zigzag Plus at £9 each, which covers everything. This is because Kinchbus and Trent Barton are part of the same group.

People who might be interested in the buses used are invited to try my transport ‘blog’ at http://railsroadsrunways.blogspot.co.uk

By Dennis Basford

Please note: All details and timings are correct at time of going to print and the author/publisher accept no responsibility should any details/timings change after publication.

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Aron Kirk is a songwriter, composer and poet from Ripley. His enigmatic compositions are a serene blend of piano, synthesizers, woodwinds, percussion, vocals, loops and home recorded samples.

Aron has released 3 solo instrumental albums - Brick Circus, Seep and Seeping. In addition he has released two other collaborative albums with Derbyshire musician Mark Shaw.

Aron has written poetry for many years, but he chose not to release any of his work publicly until now.

Alabaster Diary is Aron’s first published book of poetry, and he is working on another two poetry books, one of which is to be released in the spring of 2015.

When he gets the chance, Aron is also currently working in the recording studio on his next instrumental album.

The poetry in Alabaster Diary is beautifully simplistic, and yet has a resonance and impact that engages the reader.

The poetry is a finely balanced equilibrium of darkness and light and holds elements of love, loss, sadness and joy. It is beautiful and gentle, and alternatively lonely and happy. It is written without pretension, and the uniqueness of the poetry lies in the simplistic and parable dialogue which speaks to our human condition. The poetry appears to be passionate and direct, and in touch with both public and private feelings.

Aron Kirk will surely be accepted as an intriguing presence within the poetry fraternity.

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Capital of Greek Macedonia, second only to Athens, this pleasant city by the sea was founded in 315 BC by Cassander who named it after his wife, half-sister of Alexander the Great.

Alexander didn’t live long enough to see the new city but among shields and battle scenes, his imposing statue holds pride of place on the waterfront, flying cape, dagger drawn and horse raring to go.

Yet the city’s most beloved icon is the nearby ‘White Tower’, a symbol of Greek sovereignty since the 1912 Balkan War and an obligatory stop for visitors, touring on the road train or horse-drawn carriages. Rebuilt under Ottoman rule to strengthen the harbour, long known as the bloody tower, it was painted white, they say, by a prisoner in exchange for his freedom.

Today, the tower has turned honey-coloured and there are no prisoners inside, only a museum relating the city’s history and if you climb up the spiral ramp to the top, a superb 360° panorama. First there’s the great sweep of the bay from the bustling commercial harbour to fine sandy beaches, the promenade lined with elegant buildings and pavement cafés, the cyclists enjoying the sea breeze, the fishermen and now and then, a galleon preparing to sail with its small cargo of wide-eyed tourists.

On the land side, the city spreads towards the mountains in the distance, straight boulevards, parklands, orange trees, modern sculptures and here and there, a touch of Art Nouveau or Deco for much of Thessaloniki was rebuilt after the great fire of 1917. Meanwhile, high on the slopes, the old town beckons with steep cobbled lanes, brightly-painted Ottoman houses with closed balconies and the sturdy remains of the Byzantine wall draped in crenellations, turrets and gates. Up there, you enjoy a true bird’s eye view of Thessaloniki and by clear weather, you might even see Mount Olympus across the bay.

But the city wall is only one of fifteen UNESCO sites in Thessaloniki, a town amazingly rich in early Christian and Byzantine monuments. Among them are the Rotunda, St David’s church and the basilica of St Demetrius, the city’s patron saint, all claiming precious mosaics. Converted into mosques at times, destroyed, rebuilt, the churches still showcase the development of religious art and architecture from the 4th to the 15th century. St Paul is said to have visited the area around AD 50, thus making Thessaloniki one of the first bases for the spread of Christianity.

From the Archaeological Museum to vestiges of the Roman arch and palace in the town centre, Thessaloniki is justly proud of its heritage but with its vibrant university and enviable title of European Capital of Youth 2014, it fully embraces the 21st century. Disused warehouses have become restaurants, cinema and photography have their own museums and the International Film Festival draws crowds from afar. Yet, life feels relaxed, lunch al fresco in a shaded lane, mobile stalls selling ice cream or sesame rings, couples strolling in the park or on the waterfront, church bells chiming in the midday sun. At the weekend, city folks head for the nearby lakes to enjoy the water, ramble along the trails or gaze in wonder at great flocks of migrating birds.

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Marjorie daydreamed as she stirred the bubbling pan full of her New Year’s Day casserole. The family were out watching the local rugby match, but would soon be home, cold and famished. She paused at the sound of Great Aunt Sophia making her way downstairs.

This year Marjorie had drawn the short straw to have Sophia over for the New Year. She had arrived by train on New Year’s Eve carrying her musty handbag full of mystery false teeth, hairnets and used tissues. Last, but by no means least, in that cavernous bag was the black ceramic pot containing the cremated remains of Percy, her deceased husband. He was her constant companion. There were members of the family who had only ever known Percy as a black ceramic pot. He’d been dead for over twenty years and yet never missed a family occasion.

Sophia, besides being rather absent-minded, wasn’t really much trouble, and in many ways she tried to be helpful. She always offered to pop the kettle on or butter some bread, and Marjorie knew she should be grateful, but the kitchen was her domain and it felt uncomfortable to have another woman invading it.

She was putting the plates in the oven to warm when Sophia came in carrying Percy.

“Something smells nice”. She said, “Do you want a hand with it?”. She lifted the casserole dish lid and sniffed.

“It’s all sorted Sophia, but thanks anyway”.

“Would you mind if I make myself a cup of tea?”.

“Let me do it for you Sophie, the kettle’s just boiled”.

“I won’t hear of it, you’ve done enough, go and put your feet up”. Sophia began opening and closing cupboards so Marjorie decided to grab a handful of cutlery and beat a retreat to the dining room. Calmly she began to lay out each place setting.

“I hope you don’t mind but I’ve added a bit of Percy to your stew dear”. Sophia called through the kitchen door, “It just needed a little something”.

“Thank you Sophia”. Marjorie called back. She was slightly annoyed. It wasn’t a stew, it was a casserole, and, interfering with another woman’s recipe was really going too far. She took a deep breath and folded a napkin. Then she stopped. What had Sophia just said?

She flew back into the kitchen, to find Sophia happily

stirring the casserole. Next to the stove was Percy’s pot with the lid askew.

Marjorie gasped as Sophia raised the wooden spoon to her lips.

“Aunt Sophia stop!”. She shrieked. But it was too late, Sophia slurped down the casserole greedily.

“Mmm, just what it needed”. She licked her lips, then noticed Marjorie, “What on Earth’s wrong Dear?”.

“Tell me you haven’t put Percy in the casserole?”.

“Not Percy”. Sophia seemed bewildered. “Why on Earth would I do that, Dear?”. She held up a glass jar that Marjorie recognised from the back of the spice rack. “It was parsley, and just a teaspoon. Here, have a taste”.

Sophia thrust the same spoon into Marjorie’s open mouth. The casserole now had a distinctly different tang, Marjorie thought, but wasn’t completely ruined. She made a mental note to throw that jar away, judging by the fusty taste it must be months out of date. She heard the front door open and the sound of six pairs of boots in the hall.

“We’d better start dishing up Sophia”. She said. “Take Percy out of the way”.

And it was probably for the best that neither lady noticed the seal on the lid of the parsley jar. It had never once been opened. By Jackie Brewster

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Happy New Year! I hope you all had a really good Christmas which seems so long ago now.Last year was a particularly busy year and the forthcoming months are going to be no exception. I have continued to follow the proposed building developments on Cherry House Farm, Pottery Farm and Bullsmoor in Belper and this matter will continue to be a key issue over the next few months. Amber Valley Borough Council’s Core Strategy will be reconsidered by the Inspector around February/March along with any representations that have been received. It was good to hear that Cherry House Farm and Pottery Farm were not included in the revised Core Strategy however this does not prevent a developer from submitting a planning application for this land in the meantime so you may wish to continue to follow the progress with this matter. I will continue to offer my full support on this issue as I do not wish to see large developments built on greenfield sites and feel brownfield sites should always be used in the first instance.

I was absolutely delighted that Belper has been awarded the Great British High Street Award. This is an amazing achievement especially considering that there were over 130 entries. Belper town continues to grow from strength to strength with its variety of local independent businesses and the involvement of the community. It is great that this has been recognised and may it continue to grow. Belper’s Christmas lights were better than ever last December.

Last year I undertook a number of visits in the constituency, one was to the Blue Box youth organisation in Belper. I met with youth workers who are working with some particularly deprived young people. These youth workers are doing an amazing job in extremely difficult circumstances and, due to the fact that the Blue Box they were located in has been destroyed, they now have to work out of a van. This is far from ideal and is obviously not appealing for young people to attend. If the numbers reduce then the youth workers will have to be moved elsewhere and these

young people will have no safe provision on the Parks Estate. I have therefore written to some larger local builders to see

if they are able to help in any way. If you know of any local builder that may be able to help this youth group and sponsor a new venue, please get in touch with me.

I met with sixth formers from the Ecclesbourne School in Duffield. Pupils were keen to hear about my role as an MP and asked some very challenging and interesting questions. It is always good to see young people taking an interest in politics and for them to have an opportunity to share their views.

Late last year I saw some of the excellent facilities that Little Eaton OAP Hall now has to offer following its refurbishment. However, volunteers would still like to see some further improvements, particularly to the kitchen, and are keen to secure further funding. They are desperately trying to raise funds to do these essential works so please get in touch if you feel that you can help them, even if it is just by hiring the venue.

In November, I was invited to attend a Patients Participation Group meeting at the Whitemoor Medical Centre in Belper. It was extremely interesting and I listened to the concerns from patients and doctors and agreed to write to the Secretary of State for Health to raise these matters.

I wish you all the very best for 2015 and please do not hesitate to get in touch if you feel that I can ever be of assistance to you on 01332 676679 or email [email protected].

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The emergence of spring from the darkness of winter is a truly magical time of year. We seem to spend it making endless promises for change and hoping we won’t recreate the mistakes of last year; justifying all that we regret and internally apologising for our choices. Wouldn’t it be better to see the newness of spring not as a chance to repent, but rather a chance to build? To take what has gone and understand that perfection is not possible, but that with experience comes wisdom. Wisdom teaches us to allow ourselves a little room for manoeuvre. It allows us to laugh at ourselves and to relish the unknown ahead. I cannot hope to better the sentiment of Hilaire Belloc: ‘From quiet homes and first beginning, out to the undiscovered ends, there’s nothing worth the

wear of winning, but laughter and the love of friends.’ Eloquently, he encapsulates the peaceful promise of what lies ahead and the knowledge that love and laughter sometimes really are enough. So as 2015 bursts into life, let’s not make the same old chastising statements lamenting what has passed. Try not to set grand goals with no realistic chance of achieving them. Let’s enjoy this blank canvas and proceed with joy in our hearts and the knowledge that we will make mistakes, but with our friends by our side we will get up from our falls, strengthen our reserves and laugh heartily in the aftermath. Let’s face it – it’s going to be “totes Hilaire”!

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The month of February brings the tantalising scent of perfume, the delicious taste of chocolate and the joyous sight of love hearts everywhere.

The British Heart Foundation has designated the 6th of February 2015 as ‘Wear It, Beat It’ day. This is a day that draws attention to the importance of looking after your heart. Various events are organised and people are encouraged to wear red for the day and raise vital funds for the charity.

After the excesses of the festive season and New Year celebrations, I’m sure our poor little tickers will certainly thank us for cutting down on those flavoursome fatty foods and delectable alcoholic beverages.

But before you put down that naughty glass of red, raise a toast to yourself this Valentine’s Day. Make a promise to look after yourself by giving some love back to your heart – not just in a physical sense. Your heart needs looking after emotionally and spiritually too.

We are often encouraged to follow our hearts, discover our passions and do the things that excite us. Indeed, the author Mark Twain is quoted as saying “twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do.” He urges people to think about what they love and do something to achieve it.

Following your passions isn’t always easy. We can question why. We can ask what the point is. But sometimes, it can be better to just go with the flow.

I followed my passion of learning something new. I couldn’t explain why or work out what the ‘real’ point was at the time. All I knew was that I enjoyed discovering a new skill. But fast forward a few years later and I ended up with a dream job and the best boss ever (who, incidentally, always looks smart).

Even if we cannot at the time describe exactly why we are following a particular course of action, you never know where it might lead you. As Sir Richard Branson says, “there is no greater thing you can do

with your life than follow your passions,” so think about what your heart wants you to follow.

Evidence exists that our hearts take on a lot more than we realise. There are stories of heart transplant patients adopting certain characteristics of their donors, for the better or worse. This highlights the importance of looking after what our heart desires on whatever path we follow.

As the great philosopher, Forrest Gump, is often quoted: “life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” And if you don’t give it a try, you are never going to find out. (Unless it looks like it might turn out to be coconut, then feel free to avoid).

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5th October 2012 marked fifty years since the release of The Beatles’ first single, ‘Love Me Do’ - a song and band that, quite simply, changed the world. This period in pop history was recreated in a BBC documentary, and a snippet of rare footage showing the Fab Four onstage at the Cavern reminded me of a rather hairy time in my own band’s history that took place on that very same stage.

It was our first appearance at the Cavern, and I recall arriving at the venue in the afternoon and suddenly feeling very… well… posh. We weren’t in Berkshire any more, and I quickly decided that this would be a gig where I would try and keep my increasingly unpredictable mouth shut. More singy singy, less talky talky.

By around 10.30pm we’d finished our set and, to our surprise, gone down really well. As we left the stage, the audience were shouting for an encore, but with this being relatively early in our careers we’d already played everything we knew. Behind the curtain, we huddled for a quick conference and our drummer Tony pointed out that there was one number we could do. A song we had learned recently for a friend’s wedding.

A Beatles song.

But no. You can’t do that, not in the birthplace of The Beatles. In fact, it’s not just that you shouldn’t cover The Beatles at the Cavern, it’s that you DON’T cover The Beatles at the Cavern, for precisely the same reason that you don’t wear a cardboard Queen Elizabeth mask to Buckingham Palace. But this would be okay, Tony insisted, because the track we happened to know was ‘You Can’t Do That’ (originally the B-side to ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’), and the built-in irony of this would cover us in the event of a revolt.

Yeah right it would, I thought. But before I knew it, we were back onstage, standing in front of an expectant Beatle-mad crowd. ‘I’ve got a fact about The Beatles,’ said Tony suddenly, into the microphone, before I could begin the piano introduction. What was he doing? I looked out at the shadowy sea of faces. You could hear a pin drop.

‘The Beatles’ first gig,’ continued Tony, ‘wasn’t in Liverpool at all.’

Please don’t kill us, northerners. Please don’t smash us in and mail our body parts to Tunbridge Wells.

‘Lennon and McCartney’s first ever gig wasn’t in Liverpool, it was in Reading. Where we live.’ This is it, I thought. This is, without a single shadow of a doubt, how I’m going to die.

Darkness fell. For a moment, nobody uttered a sound. Then, as I opened my tightly scrunched eyes, I found to my surprise a room full of people sagely nodding their heads in agreement. It would appear that not only was Tony’s fact watertight, but of course the kind of musos who hang out at the Cavern Club are so knowledgeable about The Beatles that they knew this to be true. And the rest is history. We threw out a spirited rendition of ‘You Can’t Do That’, and it went down a storm. So here’s to you, John, Paul, George & Ringo. Thanks for starting a band, and for changing the world.

(And thank you to the good people of Liverpool for sparing our lives.)

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An interesting walk through Shining Cliff Woods, but unfortunately not a tea shop in sight. This is a walk through woodland and countryside with one or two steep climbs. The main point of interest at the highest point of the walk is ‘Betty Kenny’s Tree’ in Shining Cliff Woods, which was once a charcoal burner’s home. Betty’s children were supposedly rocked to sleep in the tree’s branches, which may have been the original cradle in the nursery rhyme ‘Rock-a-bye Baby’. The route then returns through an area of woodland that has belonged to the Grith Pioneers since the 1930s.

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A large section of this walk is now waymarked by Amber Valley Borough Council as Routeway 12 with the symbol below.

From Ambergate Station, walk down the steps and onto the road that leads to the A610. On reaching the A610, turn left and follow the road under the railway bridge to the junction with the A6. At the road junction turn left towards the former Corner Café and cross the road where it is safe to do so (this is a very busy road so take extra care when crossing). Continue along the A6 towards Belper then turn right down Holly Lane between the cricket ground and St Anne’s Church.

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quite narrow and has no footpath for most of its length so please ensure that you keep to the right to face oncoming traffic. After crossing the river, turn right onto a private road that runs parallel to the River Derwent. Continue along this track between Birch Wood and the fence until a path branches off down to the right as the private road approaches a house up on the bank to the left. This path has several large concrete blocks to prevent vehicular access; pass between these blocks and continue down the track and through the disused wire works until woodland is reached at the end of the disused factory buildings.

Shortly after leaving the old wire works the haunting view of a large old deserted house can be seen to the left with its turret poking through the tree line. After passing this ruin the path splits with the YHA sign posted off to the left; continue forward along the path following the fence line and the Routeway 12 marker posts (round posts around a metre high with a white band and the Routeway marker arrow attached to the top). A short way further on, a vehicle barrier bars the path; pass around the barrier and continue forward into Shining Cliff Woods.

Derbyshire Walking: Ambergate & Betty Kenny’s Tree

On entering Shining Cliff Woods continue along the track keeping to the right. When the path splits after around a quarter of a mile, ignore the sign post suggesting taking the path to the left and continue ahead. The path continues to run roughly parallel to the course of the river for a further half a mile. The main path forks uphill to the left on reaching a block of conifer woodland; follow the white banded waymarkers to the left and up the hill deeper into the woods.

While following the path up the hill (after getting past the fallen Birch tree - Feb 2010) the guide posts indicate a path

Shining Cliff Woods is an ancient woodland and was once part of a Royal Hunting Forest called Duffield Frith. Currently the wood is designated as a SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) as it contains a very diverse range of plants and trees, which in turn support a large number of birds (finches, flycatchers, warblers, and other winter visitors) as well as many animal species (fox, squirrel, stoat, voles). Other areas have wonderful carpets of bluebells in spring.

Betty Kenny’s Tree



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to the right that leads up a steeper slope to the remnants of ‘Betty Kenny’s Tree’. On leaving Betty Kenny’s Tree do not return the way you came but carry on along the path beyond the tree and down the hill, continuing to follow the waymarkers. On reaching a main footpath continue across the footpath and follow the track between the edge of the woodland and the stone wall that marks the boundary of Alderwasley Park. On the far side of the wall are fine views across the park land to Alderwasley Hall – once the home of the Hurt family, now a school. Continue along the path noting the holes in the base of the wall to allow wildlife free passage between the woods and the parkland. Follow the path across the boardwalks that cross a rather muddy section. To be honest, I often find the path between the sections of boardwalk is far muddier than the areas that the boardwalks cross!

Along this section of the walkway there are several sites where low fences woven from locally coppiced willow mark the route of the path, particularly near to the old disused quarry.

Where the path passes close to the top of the quarry, children and pets should be kept under close supervision as steep drops are at times quite close to the edge of the track. Having passed the boardwalks and the quarry, continue to follow the path as it climbs steadily through the woodland. On reaching the top of the hill there are fine views to the left across the Derwent Valley. On a clear day local landmarks such as Heage Windmill (England’s only working six-sailed windmill with a stone tower, still in use milling organic wheat flour) and the memorial tower at Crich Stand are visible on the far side of the valley.

Beyond the view point, continue along the waymarked path across the hillside through the woodland until it meets a much wider path at a point marked by a rusting metal plaque. This shows that the route is entering an area of Shining Cliff Woods that is under the ownership of the Grith Pioneers. Continue ahead and walk along the well-used path down through the woods. Behind and to the right at this point the former Youth Hostel can clearly be seen on the hillside above the path. On reaching a second rusting ‘Grith Pioneer’ plaque, turn right and walk along the path (which is rough in places) until it passes over a fast flowing stream; once on the far-side of the stream bear right once more andfollow the path upstream to Peat Pit Pond.

The pond is not immediately visible as the path approachesfrom below. Access to the pond is via a wooden foot bridge across the stream, which is actually the runoff from the pond. Beside the pond there is a bench, andsome other seating formed from large logs. A nice place to sit and take a break and

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Having made the short diversion to visit the pond, cross back over the foot bridge and take the path ahead and slightly left up into the woodland. If the weather has been wet the section can be a bit muddy and slippery in places so take care. After a distance the path rises to join a vehicle track; cross the low chain placed to stop vehicles using the path you are walking and turn left to continue along the wider track. A short distance along the path you reach a house, and the track becomes a private road. Follow the road down past several more houses until you reach the point near the start of the walk where the route left this private road to pass through the disused factories. Here there are two options; continue to retrace your steps back along the road ahead to the start point, or take the wide vehicle track rising to the right after a few metres. If you decide to take the route to the right follow the path between the top of Birch Wood and a wall to open farmland. At various points along this path are tracks to the left down through Birch Wood, each of which return to the private road and Ha’penny Bridge.

My preferred descent through the wood is the final path immediately before the track meets the roadway. Again, in spring Birch Wood has carpets of bluebells and other wild flowers. On reaching the base of Ha’penny Bridge make your way back to the walk’s start point.

Betty Kenny’s Tree

In Shining Cliff Woods stand the remains of an ancient yew (possibly around 2000 years old) known as Betty Kenny’s Tree.

Betty’s real name was Kate Kenyon. She and her husband Luke, a charcoal burner, lived and worked in Shining Cliff Woods

during the late 1700s. Betty and Luke made their home inside the spreading branches of the ancient yew; most probably a dwelling using the tree as its main structure with a turf roof. The couple raised eight children in the shelter of this tree. Local legend has it that the babies were rocked to sleep in a hollowed out branch (bough) of the yew tree, and because of this it is believed to be

the origin the nursery rhyme

Rock-a-Bye Baby.Rock-a-bye baby on the tree top,

When the wind blows the cradle will rock,When the bough breaks the cradle will fall,And down will come baby, cradle and all.

The Kenyon’s were much favoured by the Hurt family, who owned Shining Cliff Woods at the time, and it was they who

commissioned the artist James Ward of the Royal Academy to paint their portrait. The poor state of the tree today is due to

fire damage caused by vandals in the 1930’s.



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Well, 2015 is well and truly upon us. This is the time when it is really worth spending a bit more time than usual thinking about the year just gone and the one ahead.What are you going to do in your garden in the year ahead, what plans and dreams do you have? What changes would you like to make? There are so many ways in which you can plot and scheme about all that your garden could have to offer in 2015, but there’s one thing I would ask you to consider: take the plunge, ring the changes and ‘Go Organic’. More and more gardeners have decided that they really want their gardens to be pesticide free zones, concentrating on natural methods of pest control, good gardening and the use of natural fertilising materials rather than chemical feeds. And they do it because it works and makes life so much better for the other less powerful creatures and plants we share our space with.

Since we moved to our Hampshire garden nearly twenty years ago, I have kept it completely organic and believe me, it really is not difficult. Weed control can certainly be harder as there is no resorting to herbicides such as glyphosate, but if your garden has been looked after and doesn’t have too many persistent weeds, even that should not be too difficult. If you do have an existing problem then make weeding a regular part of your gardening time and you’ll be pleasantly surprised how speedily you start to get on top of it, and maybe even feel the need to spend less time in the gym and more time out in the fresh air getting a seriously natural and healthy work out completely free of charge. The rest is easy!

True, organic gardening does take a bit more planning and forethought than gardening that is reliant on an armoury of chemicals. If you grow vegetables you will need to ensure that you rotate your crops. Just approximately divide the space you have into three or four chunks and then ensure that each year you grow related crops together and then the following year, each group of crops are moved in to a new plot.

It also pays to ensure that you really do garden as ‘well’ as you can, avoiding too many short cuts and taking the plant’s health and vigour as a prime consideration. In any part of the garden you need to try to choose plants that really are suited to the site as those grown in unsuitable conditions will struggle and be more prone to disease and pest attack. Don’t forget the old gardening adage, ‘Right Plant, Right Place’.

Regular patrols to find problems, so that they can be caught at the early stages and dealt with promptly, mean fewer problems in the long-term and should ensure that you catch an infestation of pests or a disease outbreak before it gets too bad. Often picking off pests or badly

infested or infected leaves can be sufficient to prevent a problem developing.

Sprays of certain kinds are ‘allowed’ (those based on soft soap to control certain pests, copper based fungicides to control diseases etc) but most organic gardeners prefer to avoid them altogether. But they are there if you need them, although I find no need for them.

Barriers and traps are really useful – I am a great fan of horticultural fleece. Placed over a crop such as calabrese from the moment you plant it out, you should be able to ward off all the common pests including caterpillars, cabbage root fly and aphids. Traps such as submerged beakers of old beer or milk to catch slugs, sticky yellow cards to trap flying pests, all work well. And where would I be without sticky backed copper tape and copper rings to keep my veg crops slug free? Of course for many pests there are also biological controls available – to keep vine weevils and slugs at bay in the garden, to stop ants driving you insane, to sort out pesky caterpillars and to make your lawn free from leatherjackets, plus a whole range of controls to stop greenhouse pests such as red spider mite, whitefly and mealy bugs.

Keeping the soil in good condition is a must and if you don’t already have a compost bin or heap, get on and make or buy one straight away. Garden compost is a fabulous soil conditioner and is packed full of nutrients…..all at little or no cost.

Some of these things will add to your gardening budget, but remember that you will not need to spend your hard earned cash on chemical fertilisers, pesticides or spraying equipment, and of course you won’t need to spend time applying the sprays.

The choice is up to you, but I strongly recommend it, for a whole host of reasons, only some of which I have mentioned here.

By Pippa Greenwood

Gardening:The Truly ‘Green’ Garden


Homes & Gardens

Well, 2015 is well and truly upon us. This is the time when it is really worth spending a bit more time than usual thinking about the year just gone and the one ahead.What are you going to do in your garden in the year ahead, what plans and dreams do you have? What changes would you like to make? There are so many ways in which you can plot and scheme about all that your garden could have to offer in 2015, but there’s one thing I would ask you to consider: take the plunge, ring the changes and ‘Go Organic’. More and more gardeners have decided that they really want their gardens to be pesticide free zones, concentrating on natural methods of pest control, good gardening and the use of natural fertilising materials rather than chemical feeds. And they do it because it works and makes life so much better for the other less powerful creatures and plants we share our space with.

Since we moved to our Hampshire garden nearly twenty years ago, I have kept it completely organic and believe me, it really is not difficult. Weed control can certainly be harder as there is no resorting to herbicides such as glyphosate, but if your garden has been looked after and doesn’t have too many persistent weeds, even that should not be too difficult. If you do have an existing problem then make weeding a regular part of your gardening time and you’ll be pleasantly surprised how speedily you start to get on top of it, and maybe even feel the need to spend less time in the gym and more time out in the fresh air getting a seriously natural and healthy work out completely free of charge. The rest is easy!

True, organic gardening does take a bit more planning and forethought than gardening that is reliant on an armoury of chemicals. If you grow vegetables you will need to ensure that you rotate your crops. Just approximately divide the space you have into three or four chunks and then ensure that each year you grow related crops together and then the following year, each group of crops are moved in to a new plot.

It also pays to ensure that you really do garden as ‘well’ as you can, avoiding too many short cuts and taking the plant’s health and vigour as a prime consideration. In any part of the garden you need to try to choose plants that really are suited to the site as those grown in unsuitable conditions will struggle and be more prone to disease and pest attack. Don’t forget the old gardening adage, ‘Right Plant, Right Place’.

Regular patrols to find problems, so that they can be caught at the early stages and dealt with promptly, mean fewer problems in the long-term and should ensure that you catch an infestation of pests or a disease outbreak before it gets too bad. Often picking off pests or badly

infested or infected leaves can be sufficient to prevent a problem developing.

Sprays of certain kinds are ‘allowed’ (those based on soft soap to control certain pests, copper based fungicides to control diseases etc) but most organic gardeners prefer to avoid them altogether. But they are there if you need them, although I find no need for them.

Barriers and traps are really useful – I am a great fan of horticultural fleece. Placed over a crop such as calabrese from the moment you plant it out, you should be able to ward off all the common pests including caterpillars, cabbage root fly and aphids. Traps such as submerged beakers of old beer or milk to catch slugs, sticky yellow cards to trap flying pests, all work well. And where would I be without sticky backed copper tape and copper rings to keep my veg crops slug free? Of course for many pests there are also biological controls available – to keep vine weevils and slugs at bay in the garden, to stop ants driving you insane, to sort out pesky caterpillars and to make your lawn free from leatherjackets, plus a whole range of controls to stop greenhouse pests such as red spider mite, whitefly and mealy bugs.

Keeping the soil in good condition is a must and if you don’t already have a compost bin or heap, get on and make or buy one straight away. Garden compost is a fabulous soil conditioner and is packed full of nutrients…..all at little or no cost.

Some of these things will add to your gardening budget, but remember that you will not need to spend your hard earned cash on chemical fertilisers, pesticides or spraying equipment, and of course you won’t need to spend time applying the sprays.

The choice is up to you, but I strongly recommend it, for a whole host of reasons, only some of which I have mentioned here.

By Pippa Greenwood

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Glazed Timber Extensions – A Versatile Addition to Your HomeJon Pilkington suggests how you can transform your property with a timber glazed extension.

Timber glazed extensions such as a garden room or orangery are a chic addition to any home whether traditionally styled or contemporary. When designed sympathetically to the property and built using modern manufacturing techniques, a timber-glazed extension will outlast, outperform and be far more attractive than any “off the shelf” UPVC conservatory.

These extensions can be integrated into the existing room structure and will give a natural flow out into the garden to enjoy all year round. As well as being properly insulated and ventilated, these types of extension can also be as physically secure as any other part of the home.

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While all these styles of extension are typically connected to a property, the differences in design and style can be considerable.

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In contrast, both a garden room and orangery will feature a semi-glazed roof. Typically a garden room will feature a tiled roof to blend with the existing lines and style of the property to which it is attached. This design can create amazing vaulted ceilings which can also feature roof glazing to the gables, increasing the amount of natural light to the room.

An orangery roof will usually be flat, finished with lead or a modern alternative such as single ply polymeric roof membrane, and can feature a striking roof lantern providing natural light to the room below.

All extension types typically feature brickwork to different extents, with conservatories often using low level walls to support the main structure. There is usually more variation with garden rooms and orangeries as these can be predominately made from brickwork, or a combination of brick and timber framing.

Whichever timber glazed extension you choose, whether garden room or orangery, if well designed, manufactured and installed it has the potential to completely transform the way the property is used.

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Research by Nationwide Building Society suggests that an extension or loft conversion which creates a double bedroom can add 12% to the average price of your home. But, get this………..the research also suggests creating its own bathroom could increase the average price by as much as 23%!

Bearing in mind that moving up the property ladder from a three-bedroom to a four-bedroom house costs an average of £40,000 (not including legal fees and other moving costs) a two storey extension or loft conversion can be accomplished for around £30,000 - £35,000.

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When it’s cold and frosty outside, there’s no better time to get reacquainted with our antipodean friends.

Everybody Jam by Ali LewisThis is the story of Danny, who lives on a remote cattle station in the outback, and his brother who has died, his teenage sister who’s pregnant and the rather green English backpacker who’s the latest hired help. Everybody Jam refers to strawberry jam, that’s universally loved by one and all, no matter what their background or status. In Danny’s world, everyone’s gearing up for the great annual muster and it’s a make or break business, with the family pushed to its limits and fighting to survive under the intense heat of the blazing sun. It was written for young adults but if you’ve ever been a gap year student, or you fancy a true Aussie experience, then Everybody Jam could give you a real flavour of what to expect.

A Town like Alice by Nevil ShuteFor many, Nevil Shute’s novel is the first they read that really gives them a drive to travel to Australia. It’s a compelling tale of love and war which sees English-woman Jean Paget captured by the Japanese in the heart of the Malaysian jungle and then forced to endure a death march lasting many months. From Malaysia, Jean returns home, but not for long as she then returns to the Far East to give something back to those who helped save her life. Where she ends up is in a remote part of Oz which challenges her resolve once again. She may not be a bona fide ‘Sheila’, but given what she’s been through, Jean’s got the resilience of a real Aussie battler.

Eucalyptus by Murray BailMurray Bail has written an unusual and touching love story which has grown straight from the craggy Aussie soil itself. Widower Holland has two things he is proud of: his daughter Ellen, and his impressive collection of eucalyptus trees. He has grown every single variety of the gums and

it’s the inspiration for a challenge to any of Ellen’s suitors. Holland decrees that Ellen may only marry the man who can correctly identify all of them. While many come by to try and subsequently fail, Ellen spends her days being entertained by a stranger who appears under the shadow of a tree one day. Enchanted and intrigued by his stories of distant lands, Ellen begins to fall in love. It’s a beautiful story that will capture your heart and nurture a longing for romance and travel.

Mutant Message Down Under by Marlo MorganFor many, the idea of ‘going walkabout’ with an aboriginal tribe would be like having a dream come true; to be permitted such a rare insight into an ancient civilisation. This is the fictional account of an American woman ‘summoned’ to do just that. Often referred to as a ‘spiritual odyssey’, the book explores the way in which the nomads live in harmony with nature for as long as they are on this earth, and what we can take from that message. There are physical challenges as well as spiritual, ecological and theological for Morgan to overcome and it makes for incredible reading as she takes her four month-long journey of discovery.

Cloudstreet by Tim WintonTim Winton is an Australian national treasure, and quite rightly so. In one of his seminal works, Cloudstreet is a saga that covers the entire spectrum of human emotion and focuses on not one, but two families: The Pickles and the Lambs, brought together through adversity and trying to get along under one quite substantial roof. The novel spans a twenty year period of the trials and tribulations of close friends and relatives, with everything from adultery to drunkenness threatening to rock the foundations of the house on Cloudstreet.

In a Sunburned Country by Bill BrysonLong before Bryson’s book Down Under, came In a Sunburned Country. The sunny island that’s home to some of the friendliest people, but 99 per cent (ish!) of the world’s deadliest creatures, is writing gold to someone like Bryson. With still only a relatively small population inhabiting this vast country, much of which is desert and unforgiving outback, there are definitely going to be some ‘characters’ to find and Bryson has a real knack for tracking them down… or in most cases, stumbling across them. It’s a very funny book. That’s all that really needs to be said. But then, what did you expect? It’s Bryson, in a cork hat, drinking a cold tinnie. Perfection.

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I know it’s clichéd to say that it seems like only yesterday that she was born. It doesn’t seem like yesterday, that would be ridiculous. I certainly wouldn’t have been for a run this morning – in fact I’d still be in my pyjamas looking shell-shocked and wondering how anyone with children ever managed to get dressed, let alone leave the house. But this decade (sounds even longer when you put it like that...) has gone by unbelievably quickly. The day she arrived feels at most to have been a few years ago. Although she now has some idea of time (her birthday is still an eternity away...), when children are really little they have absolutely no concept of time. Everything that has already happened was yesterday, and anything in the future will happen tomorrow. It’s beautifully - almost poetically – simple, and I love this, but it can lead to much confusion sometimes. Things in history completely blow their minds. My youngest, just to clarify, once asked “Mummy, you were born after the dinosaurs weren’t you?”

Most frustrating, however, are the hidden time warps in every day. One of these occurs in our porch. It should take no more than 5 minutes to put on shoes and coats and step outside, right? And I never feel like we’re in the porch for more than five minutes. However, according to the clock in the kitchen and the clock in the car we definitely experience some kind of disturbance in the space-time continuum whilst in that porch. Every car journey begins with “Aaargh, how did that happen?!? Again!”

Then there’s the bedtime routine. This seems to take longer every single night (although this is largely down to some expert stalling techniques and ‘stringing it out’ procedures). Every evening begins with the immortal words “Right, early night tonight kids.” Which is apparently interpreted as “Let’s see how long you can make this last tonight, kids”. Between the hours of seven and eight pm the hands on our clock definitely go round at double speed.

Given these inconsistencies in the flow of time, and the hectic schedules that we all keep, there does seem to be a lot of rushing around in our daily lives. On 1st January this year I asked my two what my New Year’s resolution should be (brave, I know. Some would say stupid. From the mouths of babes and all that...). However, they both came up with the same answer without hesitation “Stop rushing around so much, Mummy.” Although this wasn’t a complete shock, and I had already taken exciting steps to simplify my life in 2015, the fact that they both came up with this answer so readily took me aback slightly. These two little people are the centre of my world, and somehow there’s a whirlwind of unimportant things getting in the way of our time together. So I pledged to slow things down.

This is easier said than done, because there are certain necessities in day-to-day life and children completely lack the ability to hurry. In an ideal world I’d embrace their desire to study the patterns the water makes in the sink, talk to the birds, and try on every pair of pants they own until they find the most comfortable pair that day... but as they say, and as we’ve already discovered, time waits for no man. So we’re going to have to find a happy medium.

Whatever we’re doing and however crazy life gets, we’re going to set aside some time each day just to ‘be’. Otherwise I’ll blink again and another decade will disappear...

By Helen Young

The Diary of a Local MumThe Time Warp I am sure that when you have children, some kind of distortion occurs in the flow of time. I know this for a fact because my daughter is ten this year and there is absolutely no way that the day she popped screaming into our lives is ten whole years ago.



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Audiences are often surprised by the quality of the shows. The standard is very high and much hard work goes into polishing them to perfection. I spoke to Jen, the director, about the company.

At a time when many amateur dramatic groups are struggling to stay afloat, how does Belper Musical Theatre remain so successful? We put on great, quality shows every year and a fabulous concert in December so that any money we lose from the show, we make back up in the concert.

Why are so many companies folding?The cost of staging a show will be surprising to many audience members. A show can easily cost up to £20,000 even at a local school hall like Belper. On bigger stages like Derby, it can cost up to £40,000 just to stage a show.

What makes a production expensive?Hiring the orchestra, costumes, booking the venue, props, the set... royalties are something that people often don’t think about too, but can cost over £2,000.

Do BMT get by because they have sell out shows?Tragically not, our last show, which was our most successful for 5 years, only sold 85% of the seats so we still have 15% deficit to make up there somewhere. The reason for this, we think, is because we put the production on at the school and there is an assumption that it’s going to be a very amateur show and so they disregard us in some cases. However we do find that once people

have seen a Belper Musical Theatre production they usually come back for more!

Who are your members? We’ve got lots and lots of members, mostly female, aged between 16 and late 60’s. We’re always looking out for more men, because there are so few men in musical theatre. We’re a really friendly group and there’s a lot of involvement with people backstage making and painting scenery, moving things around for the band, all sort of things – so you don’t necessarily have to perform.

Do you have a show coming up?Yes, at Belper Community Theatre we are performing Kiss Me Kate, from 10th to 14th February 2015. It’s very good and very funny; it’s just what you need on miserable February evenings!

To find out more about Belper Musical Theatre, or to buy tickets, visit www.belpermusicaltheatre.co.uk.

By Holly Pridmore from Belper, age 15

Holly’s ColumnBelper Musical TheatreOne of the first articles I wrote for this column was about Belper Musical Theatre. I have been a member of the junior section for 5 years now and I am still just as enthusiastic. The rehearsals are great fun and I meet up with friends there. I have learned so many theatre and performance skills from the other members - it’s a chance for all ages to get together.



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The Cosmos during February and March

Your Horoscope February and March 2015

February: Enjoy a beautiful celestial start to the month with a spectacular alignment between mystical Neptune and the love planet, Venus. This couldn’t be better energy for the romantic time leading up to Valentine’s Day on the 14th! Mercury, the messenger planet, is still in retrograde motion until the 12th – as always with this phase, please do take care with all things relating to communication and travel. Motivational Mars becomes much more energetic after the 20th as he launches himself into his own sign of Aries. There is a powerful full moon in Leo on the 3rd, illuminating and encouraging us all to get our creative projects underway. The new moon in Aquarius on the 18th is the perfect time to let your innovative and quirky ideas come to the forefront. Chinese New Year begins on the 19th and in 2015 we welcome in the year of the sheep or goat. Traditionally, this is nurturing feminine energy, representing a symbol of tranquillity, peace and harmonious co-existence. Connecting with harmonious vibrations will be very welcome considering the volatile times ahead. March: March may well turn out to be a turbulent and volatile month. The heavens are in battle mode starting with Mars, the warrior planet, in excitable and impulsive Aries. Mars aligns with unpredictable Uranus on the 11th and the final Pluto/Uranus stand-off completes on the 17th. These aspects stir up passions and the need for freedom from repression; they will most likely show themselves globally by igniting the flames of rebellion. Mercury, the planet of communication, moves into gentle Pisces on the 13th, hopefully bringing a more spiritual and humanitarian outlook to world problems. Venus, the love planet, moves into Taurus on the 17th highlighting an awareness of the joys of spring and the urge to go out and enjoy nature. The full moon is in Virgo on the 5th and the new moon solar eclipse and the spring equinox both fall on the 20th.

ARIES: MARCH 21 - APRIL 20February is a rather introspective time for fiery Aries as the dreamy sign of Pisces is strong in your chart. The pace picks up after the 20th as your ruling planet leaves Pisces for your own sign. The full moon on the 3rd pushes your creativity to the limits; some important behind the scenes work can be achieved now. March: The powerful Venus/Mars alignment in your sign brings your personal charisma to fabulous new heights this month. The Maverick planet Uranus is also involved in this planetary set up; be prepared for exciting or sudden changes in your life. The solar eclipse and equinox both make the 20th a very important day.

TAURUS: APRIL 21 - MAY 21Venus, your ruling planet, is in romantic and intuitive Pisces until the 21st. You’ll find that you are very receptive to nostalgia concerning friends and your family. Towards the end of the month your romantic and social life should become much more exciting and interesting – enjoy! March: Venus, your planetary ruler, is in close alignment with feisty Mars at the start of the month. You may encounter unexpected setbacks and delays, take it easy – it won’t last long. The celestial events of the 20th should bring those breakthrough moments that you have been waiting for.

GEMINI: MAY 22 - JUNE 21Progress in general may be sluggish; be sure to get some rest and prepare for the planetary shifts from the 12th onwards as your ruler moves forward again. The Aquarian new moon on the 18th is an important one for you, allowing you to tap into the spirit of new and exciting adventures. March: A spectacular alignment of the Sun and the planet Neptune highlight the career angle of your chart this month, allowing scope for creative thinking. Mercury, your ruler, enters mystical Pisces on the 17th, a cherished vision or a dream can now successfully be put into action.

CANCER: JUNE 22 - JULY 22 The travel and adventure sector of your chart is in the spotlight this month. You’ll find yourself feeling quite restlessand ready to make some important plans and decisions. The Leo full moon on the 3rd highlights your finances and lucky Jupiter could bring some surprises. March: The full moon in Virgo on the 5th puts all forms of communication and interaction into the spotlight. This is a good time for professional relationships to run more harmoniously, so put your main focus on career matters and ambitions. Exciting new ideas can boost your personal objectives.

LEO: JULY 23 - AUGUST 23The full moon in your sign on the 3rd indicates that February will be an intense time with close relationships in focus. Some past issues need to be dealt with so that you can let go of outmoded situations and profit from a senseof resolve when it comes to getting things done. March: Funds and assets are in the spotlight this month as the Sun/Neptune configuration brings financial matters to a head. The first half of March is particularly exciting as lucky Jupiter in your sign contacts unpredictable Uranus. You need to go with your intuition as interesting offers come your way.


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VIRGO: AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 22Relationships and partnerships are the main focus of the month as both Venus and Mars occupy this important area of your chart. This influence may draw just the right people to your circle and as Mercury, your ruling planet, gathers speed after the 12th things become much clearer. March: The full moon in your sign on the 5th opens the door to exciting new opportunities in the financial sector of your chart. Your personal charisma is running at a high level; be sure to maximise your potential with effective communication and use your powers of persuasion.

LIBRA: SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23Venus, your ruling planet, draws your attention to creative projects and with the Aquarian Sun highlighting the artistic and imaginative sector of your chart, your ideas can really flow in the right direction. The powerful Leo full moon on the 3rd is likely to bring some exciting possibilities your way. March: Venus, your ruler, is in close configuration with the powerful and warrior-like Mars. Personal effectiveness and physical energy is now at a premium; you’ll be amazed at how productive you can be this month. Don’t miss any opportunity, follow your heart and pursue your ambitions. SCORPIO: OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22 Optimism and positive thinking should make a vital difference to your current plans and help things to go your way. Reflect on your progress so far, take stock and put major decisions on hold until after the 12th when Mercury moves forward and you have a clearer picture of the way forward. March: The radiant Sun and mystical Neptune are highlighting the love and romance sector of your chart. Creative talent is also favoured; the more you express yourself the happier you will be. The powerful new moon in Aries on the 20th brings up some exciting new opportunities.

SAGITTARIUS: NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 21Your home and your family are in the spotlight this month with both Mars and Venus illuminating this area of your chart. The full moon on the 3rd is important and the key to happiness, especially in personal relationships, comes from just being yourself and letting the world know who you are. March: Venus and Mars are cuddling up in the love and romance sector of your chart this month. This is an exceptionally dynamic time and you can make the most of a powerful surge of self-confidence. After the Aries new moon and the equinox on the 20th, unexpected contacts bring good news your way.

CAPRICORN: DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 20Money-making plans should be assisted under the current planetary trends and you should be full of creative ideas. The Aquarian new moon on the 18th heralds a potentially lucrative period with optimism and confidence at its peak where you can make a powerful impact on others. March: Your home and domestic life are the focus of the month as elements of your personal life keep you preoccupied. Try to avoid misunderstandings and disagreements, particularly around the 11th as fiery Mars in Aries contacts the volatile and unpredictable Uranus.

AQUARIUS: JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 18The Sun is in your sign and this is the month to reap the rewards of positive past actions and events. Mercury is still retrograde in Aquarius until the 12th, bringing just the right energy to lay the ground work for future success. Your new moon on the 18th is a pivotal time for exciting new beginnings. March: With five planets occupying the financial and communication areas of your chart, this could prove to be a very exciting month. Significant optimism means that you can forge ahead with your personal ambition; interesting opportunities and new contacts will appear from unexpected quarters.

PISCES: FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20The spectacular Venus/Neptune alignment is in your sign at the start of the month and motivational Mars is also there until the 20th, indicating that February is an important month for personal relationships. You may feel extra sensitive right now, so take care not to take offence where none is meant. March: The three planet line-up in your financial sector means that a review is now long overdue. Mars, Venus and Uranus are all in Aries, demanding that you look at things from an entirely new perspective. The 20th is a key date for you to welcome in some innovative and beneficial change.

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The forthcoming Richmond Aston-on-Trent retirement village is situated in the quintessential English village of Aston-on-Trent in South Derbyshire. Steeped in history, it has the benefi t of a lovely rural village setting and easily accessible to both the north and south of the country via the M1.

Providing more than just retirement living, Richmond Aston-on-Trent will offer an aspirational lifestyle.

• Large 1 & 2 bedroom apartments

• Wellness Spa withpool & gym

• Hair & Beauty Salon

• Library

• Croquet Lawn

• Arts & Crafts Room

• Restaurant, Bar & café

• Landscaped Grounds

• Care team on site 24 hours a day

OPENING 2016

SALES & MARKETING SUITE NOW OPEN!Please pop in and join us for a coffee in our new suite:Willow Park Way, Aston-on-Trent, Derbyshire DE72 2DF

Tel: 01332 895612or visit www.richmond-villages.com/aston


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For many people, retirement can’t come soon enough. The idea of no longer working 9 to 5 and having the freedom to indulge in your hobbies or go travelling is something to relish. Enjoying life to the full is a top priority at every Richmond retirement village, where quality facilities, like-minded people and a safe and secure environment are all central to happiness and well-being.

Richmond Villages, part of Bupa and one of the pioneers in this field, designs, develops and operates its own premium retirement villages in the UK and has started construction of its seventh, and latest, village in Aston-on-Trent, South Derbyshire. Opening in 2016 it will provide three forms of accommodation – Village Apartments offering an independent lifestyle; Village Suites which come with an all-inclusive package to help people retain their independence; and a Care Home providing 24-hour nursing and dementia care.

Richmond Villages’ research shows that their customers are downsizing from large 4 and 5 bedroom houses, with clients wanting large living spaces but just 2 bedrooms. For this reason, the Village Apartments are predominantly 2 bedrooms and average 1100 square feet, which is larger than the average new build 3 bedroom detached house! The apartments include a fully fitted kitchen with granite worktop, lounge diner, one or two double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, en-suite shower room to master bedroom and ‘family’ bathroom.

Richmond VillagesLuxury Retirement Living Comes to Derbyshire

Within the hallway is a laundry cupboard which includes a washing machine, tumble drier and further storage space.

10% of the Village Apartments were reserved at the launch weekend in November, proving that demand is high for this kind of property! Prices start at £185,000 for Village Suites and £295,000 for Village Apartments.

The belief at Richmond Villages is that retirement should be an enjoyable, positive and active stage to look forward to in life. Richmond Aston-on-Trent therefore includes all of the aspirational facilities that have made its other villages so popular, including a wellness spa with swimming pool and gym, hair and beauty salon, a library, IT room, terrace café, quality restaurant and garden bar, all set within beautifully landscaped grounds with a croquet lawn.

The concept of the retirement village was relatively unknown even just a few years ago, but as an increasing number of people have discovered, it ticks many of the boxes they sought when thinking about downsizing and planning how they wanted to live their later years.

Offering a quiet and safe location, the new retirement village is set in a tranquil corner of Aston-on-Trent, within easy reach of the M1 and 7 miles south east of Derby. The sales and marketing suite is located next to the site off Willow Park Way, Aston-on-Trent and is open from Monday to Saturday between 10am – 4pm.

For further information about Richmond Aston-on-Trent, call the village advisers on 01332 895612 or visit www.richmond-villages.com/aston.

The forthcoming Richmond Aston-on-Trent retirement village is situated in the quintessential English village of Aston-on-Trent in South Derbyshire. Steeped in history, it has the benefi t of a lovely rural village setting and easily accessible to both the north and south of the country via the M1.

Providing more than just retirement living, Richmond Aston-on-Trent will offer an aspirational lifestyle.

• Large 1 & 2 bedroom apartments

• Wellness Spa withpool & gym

• Hair & Beauty Salon

• Library

• Croquet Lawn

• Arts & Crafts Room

• Restaurant, Bar & café

• Landscaped Grounds

• Care team on site 24 hours a day

OPENING 2016

SALES & MARKETING SUITE NOW OPEN!Please pop in and join us for a coffee in our new suite:Willow Park Way, Aston-on-Trent, Derbyshire DE72 2DF

Tel: 01332 895612or visit www.richmond-villages.com/aston


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February4th, 11th, 18th & 25th: Take Heart (Derby)’s weekly swims for members only. The Queens Leisure Centre, Cathedral Road, Derby. 3.15-4pm.Info: Call chairman Michael Flude 01332 380219. www.takeheartderby.co.uk5th,12th,19th & 26th: Waingroves Methodist Church. 2-4pm. Tea & Chat. Everyone welcome.6th: Take Heart (Derby) give an informal lunch for members at The Jonty Farmer, Kedleston Rd., Derby. Info: Call chairman Michael Flude 01332 380219. www.takeheartderby.co.uk7th: Take Heart (Derby)’s “Walking Back to Health”. Choice of “Hare” or “Tortoise” walk of 6 miles around Osmaston & Wyaston. Meet at The Shoulder of Mutton car park near Ashbourne to register. 9.30am with David Rowe. Tel: 01332 767368.9th: Take Heart (Derby)’s monthly meeting at 2.30pm. The Friends Meeting House, St. Helen’s St., Derby. Les Bayton, a member of Take Heart and a BHF Ambassador gives a talk supported by Sophie Jardine, BHF fundraising manager.Info: Call chairman Michael Flude 01332 380219. www.takeheartderby.co.uk11th-14th: Waingroves Drama Group present Aladdin at Waingroves Community Centre. Each night 7.30pm, Saturday matinee 2.30pm. Tkts. adults £5, children £3.50 by telephoning Ann Haddon 01773 745118.14th: Derbyshire Embroiderers’ Guild present a talk, The History of Quilting by Suzanne Haywood. Derbyshire House, Sherwin St. Derby DE22 1GP. 1.30pm for 2pm. Info: 01773 835995 or email [email protected]: Kyleburn Historical Society present History of Darley Abbey by Peter Nelson. Kilburn Baptist Church Schoolroom, Highfield Rd. 7.30pm. Members £1, Guests £2 at door.21st: Take Heart (Derby)’s “Tortoise Walk” at Allestree Park. Meet & register main car park at 10.00am. Info: David Rowe. Tel 01332 767368.24th: Take Heart (Derby) gives a coffee morning at The Cube cafe bar, Chapel St., Derby. 10.30-11.30am. Everyone welcome. Call Chairman Michael Flude 01332 380219. www.takeheartderby.co.uk 28th: Vintage/Retro Fair 10.00am - 4.00pm. £1.00 entry, children free. Refreshments. Free on-site parking.

March5th,12th,19th & 26th: Waingroves Methodist Church. 2-4pm. Tea & Chat. Everyone welcome.7th: The Dalesmen Male Voice Choir present a concert at St. Clement’s Church, Horsley at 7.30pm.Admission free. Collection to be shared equally between St. Clement’s Restoration Fund and the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre.14th: Derbyshire Embroiderers’ Guild present Mini-Workshops led by members. Derbyshire House, Sherwin St. Derby DE22 1GP. 1.30pm for 2pm. Info: 01773 835995 or email [email protected]: Kyleburn Historical Society presents The History of Silkolene of Belper by Cliff Lea. Kilburn Baptist Church Schoolroom, Highfield Rd. 7.30pm. Members £1, Guests £2 at door.29th: Waingroves Methodist Church, Palm Sunday Parade from Community Centre up to Church. Meet 10.30am. Service in Church 10.45am.

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In this edition of All Things Local, your local Safer Neighbourhood officers are sharing their top tips to help you to protect your gardens and sheds this spring.

With spring approaching, it may be time to think about digging out your tools and turning your attention to the garden now that the weather is improving.

Many people store their gardening equipment, tools, bikes and BBQs in their shed and, unfortunately, this means that these outbuildings are often seen as an easy target by thieves.

Thankfully, there are steps that can be taken to boost your security and help to protect your tools and gardening equipment from being targeted by criminals.

Crime prevention advice includes: • Fit a good quality lock to secure your shed, garage or outbuilding and make sure that it is appropriate to the strength of the door and frame;

• Consider purchasing a shed alarm to help to deter a thief and secure any bikes with a quality chain even if they are inside the shed or garage;

• Ensure that valuables are kept out of view from passers-by and consider covering your windows from the inside to prevent thieves from taking a look;

• Mark all valuables with a property marking system such as SmartWater. This makes your belongings much less attractive to thieves as they realise that the goods can easily be identified as stolen and traced back to the original owner;

• Don’t leave items in your garden that could make the life of a thief any easier. For example, a ladder left out in your garden could be used to get into the upper floor of your home or onto the top of your shed. Likewise, other tools and gardening equipment left outside could be used to break into your home. Just taking a few minutes to lock these items away will greatly increase your security.

If you would like more advice or to contact your local Safer Neighbourhood policing team call 101, the non- emergency number for Derbyshire Police, or visit the website: www.derbyshire.police.uk.

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Pinxton PorcelainIn 1795 John Coke, the Squire of the Manor of Brookhill, third son of the Reverent D’ Ewes Coke and one of the original subscribers of the Cromford Canal, contacted William Duesbury and asked his opinion on a pure white clay found on his estate, as to its suitability for the manufacture of fine porcelain.

William Duesbury, the owner of the Derby Porcelain factory, replied, indicating that there was a fifty/fifty chance of the clay being suitable. This reply was sufficient for John Coke and he proceeded with his plans to establish a porcelain factory at Pinxton.

William Billingsley, the senior flower painter at the Derby Porcelain Factory, gave notice to William Duesbury that he would terminate in September 1795. This gave William Billingsley the opportunity of approaching John Coke offering his services. They met in Mansfield in July 1795, to discuss the founding of a new china factory and entered into a three year partnership, with Coke to be the financier and Billingsley, the manager. Billingsley had an idea of starting a business on his own or in partnership, so this offer suited him. He had experimented in making porcelain bodies to his own recipe and saw the opportunity with Coke of making his own porcelain.

Coke and Billingsley quickly made plans and on the 21st October 1795 work began on digging the foundations of the factory building under the personal direction of Billingsley. The factory was sited at the Old Watermill at Pinxton Wharf, at the head of the Cromford Canal, as this was an ideal site for the transport of materials to the factory and the despatch of fragile porcelain. On the 23rd April 1796 the first kiln was fired and production commenced. The men employed included several from the Derby Porcelain Factory, who were kiln men, throwers, sagger makers, pressers and turners.

The factory had a Wimsey steam engine rented from Francis Thompson of Chesterfield. Unfortunately the engine did not produce the power required and the supplier and the customer disagreed. The matter was taken to the Derby Assizes on the 20th March 1797. The case was referred to John Curr to arbitrate. He gave his decision, which was in favour of Coke and Billingsley and gave them damages against Thompson of £50 with costs of £26 5s and Billingsley to pay costs to John Curr of £42 13s. The engine was removed from the Pinxton Porcelain Factory and installed at Oakerthorpe Colliery. Then it was moved to Pentrich Colliery in 1841 and rescued by Mr W. T. Anderson in 1917 and housed in the Science Museum in London. Power to drive machinery in the factory was finally provided by the water wheel in the Old Watermill.

The porcelain recipe used by Billingsley produced beautiful but unstable porcelain and losses were heavy. The factory was in full production by December 1797, employing many workmen. Amongst them were two china decorators from Derby – George Mellors and James Clark. By November 1798, 50 employees were working at the factory and stock at this period was considerable; so much so that Billingsley sent William Coffee out as a travelling salesman. However, by April 1799 financial losses lead to a reduction of staff and Billingsley terminated his employment, leaving Coke as sole proprietor.

Local History The Cromford Canal Pinxton Branch

John Coke entered into a partnership with Henry Banks in September 1801, which was not a happy arrangement and after much unpleasantness they parted on the 1st January 1802, leaving Coke again as sole proprietor. In January 1803 Coke placed John Cutts in charge of decorating and William Coffee in charge of potting. This arrangement continued until March 1806, when the factory was leased to John Cutts on a yearly basis. Production continued until Lady Day 1813, when Cutts finally closed the factory. John Cutts moved to Staffordshire to work for Josiah Wedgwood.

The porcelain produced at Pinxton in its seventeen years of production is very rare and much sought after by collectors commanding high prices. A teacup and saucer can fetch £120 and a Pinxton porter tankard with scenes of Brookhill Hall, £14500.

For further reading I recommend C. Barry Sheppard’s excellent book, Pinxton Porcelain 1795 – 1813. To find out more about the Cromford Canal, its history and plans for its restoration, go to The Friends of the Cromford Canal website www.cromfordcanal.org.uk.

By Bert Crump

An example of the fine work produced by William Billingsley

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Tucked away between Beech Lawn and Beech Villas on Green Lane in Belper is a cottage which has stood empty and unused for several years. It once echoed to the chatter of small children attending the day nursery there. Before that, older residents will remember Doctors Grey and Liver interviewing their patients in its modest consulting rooms until they opened the larger Green Lane Surgery nearby, now relocated with new doctors to Whitemoor.

The cottage at 17 Green Lane is a listed building like its neighbour Beech Lawn, in whose curtilage it used to sit. The listing suggests that Beech Lawn was built in the 1760s, and its estate consisted of the house with outbuildings and gardens, a croft on the west side and a messuage (dwelling house) with a yard and garden (now number 17). This simple building could therefore be older than Beech Lawn, as its aspect would indicate. Instead of its doors and main windows facing on to the street, the cottage fronts a paved pathway at right angles to Green Lane.

A look at census returns can help to identify the names and occupations of the inhabitants of buildings. In 1841, Beech Lawn was occupied by a surgeon, David Evans, and his family. They remained there for the next thirty years. The medical connection continued, and Thomas Johnston, surgeon, is listed in 1881, 1891 and 1901. George Herbert Strutt bought the whole property in 1906, and in 1911 Dr Brittan-Gill and his family lived there.

It is less easy to establish occupation of the cottage known now, but not then, as number 17 Green Lane. A household listed between those at Beech Lawn and Beech Villas in the census return

is assumed to be occupying number 17. It would seem, therefore, that Jesse Radford (bookkeeper) and his wife and three children lived there in 1841. John Ball (or Bull), basket maker, appeared in 1851. William Hunt (butcher) and his wife and two children are listed in 1861, and William Hunt is described as a widower in 1871, living with his daughter. The cottage seems to have been uninhabited on a regular basis until 1901, when Charlotte Stone, a widow of 73 years with her own means, was living there along with a Baptist minister (Henry Collard) and his wife and baby.

In 1928, Beech Lawn was divided into two dwellings with Mr Anderson inhabiting the front part and Mr Gamble the rear. The medical connection was transferred to number 17 when it was leased by the Strutt Estate to Dr Grey as a consulting room and surgery.

Now, having lain empty for some time, the cottage has a new purpose and Belper Historical Society has at last found a place to establish a headquarters after many years of searching. It is particularly pleasing to be leasing a property from the Strutt Estate, as the late John H. Strutt was our patron, and took an interest in our Society. A lot of hard work awaits us, but the future promises to be challenging and exciting!

Belper Historical Society has a programme of talks at the Heritage Centre on the first Wednesday of each month from 7.30pm. The February meeting will be a talk by Liz Keeley on ‘Boarding Schools for Girls in Victorian Derbyshire’; all are welcome. The charge to visitors is £1.50. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available at the end of the meeting. Members also attend St. John’s Heritage Centre on the last Saturday of the month from 9.30am to 12.00noon and are available to help visitors with queries about Belper’s history. The Roll of Honour recording the fallen in the First World War will be turned to the next page at this time.

By Pat MarjoramChairman, Belper Historical Society

Local History:17 Green Lane, Belper

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Clubs, Societies, Groups, ClassesBelper

1st Alton Manor Scout GroupBeavers, Cubs and Scout group – More details from Group

Scout Leader Darren Barnes: 01773 880019.

1st Belper RainbowsBelper Lane, Belper, Thursday evening, for girls 5 to 7. Details from

[email protected]

1st Belper Scout GroupBelper Lane, Belper. For young people aged 6 to 14, male & female.Contact: www.firstbelper.org.uk or Group Scout Leader Sandra Nix

01773 829373

1st Openwoodgate Scout GroupSt Mark’s Church Hall, Over Lane, Belper. For boys and girls 6 to 14.

Group scout leader Sharon Marshall: 07809 408 829.

4th Belper Scout GroupCentral Methodist Chapel, Chapel Street, Belper. For boys and girls 6

to 14. Group scout leader Roland Jakes: 01773 827626.

Alzheimers Society Belper Support GroupFirst Tuesday of the month 2-4pm, Belper Cottage, 16 Chapel St. DE56 1AR. Info: Helen Aldridge 01332 208845 or email [email protected]

AromaRun by Belper Community Church at The Greyhound Inn on Whitemoor Lane.

3rd Sat each month 10.30am. Free cake & coffee. Quiz & chat. Families welcome. Tel:Henry Ford 01773 828619.

Baby SensoryBaby development classes at the Lion Hotel, Belper. Every Friday at 10am.

Call Claire on 07967 485855 or email [email protected] to book your free trial.

Baby Yoga Suitable from 8 weeks old to crawling. Belper Community Hall Thursdays 9.45am - 11am, 6 week courses run during term time only. Small class sizes

mean limited places. To book or for further information please contact Laurie Lowe at Little Sage yoga tel: 07545 479693 email:

[email protected] or visit www.littlesageyoga.co.uk

Badger Explorer Scout UnitChrist Church, Bridge Street, Belper. Teenagers, male and female,

14 to 18. Explorer leader Paul Maddison: 01773 880422.

Belper Aiwakai Karate ClubTraining for all ages and abilities at Belper Leisure Centre John O’Gaunts Way, Belper on Fridays at 6.30pm. The general club finishesat 7.45pm followed by

advanced session running until 8.30pm. Dave Johnson 01773 856245.

Belper Art GroupMeet at Strutt’s Centre, Derby Road, Belper, every Thursday 7pm to

9pm in Room 19. All abilities welcome.

Belper Bicycle ClubMeet 1st Monday in every month (apart from Bank Holidays) at the

Strutt Club, Campbell Street, Belper 7pm. New members welcome ofall ages who are interested in cycle racing, either to compete for the

team or as social members. Website www.belperbc.co.uk or JonathanMarshall 01773 829590.

Belper Bridge ClubMeets every Friday at 6.50pm at the Masonic Hall, Campbell St, Belper.

All welcome. www.bridgewebs.com/belper

Belper BuggiesWalking/fitness group. Meet at the bandstand at Belper River Gardens 1.30pm

on Wednesdays. Free session. Contact: Sam Draper 07891 571488.

Belper CadetsParade on Monday & Wednesday 18.45 to 21.00 at the Drill Hall, Clusters Road, Belper (near Long Row School) Open to all young people 12-18.

Contact Darron Moody 07921 501981.

Belper Chess ClubEvery Wednesday at The Old Kings Head, Days Lane, Belper. Start time

7.30pm. Secretary R Harrison Tel: 01773 824885 or 07971 111061 e-mail: [email protected] www.belperchessclub.org.uk

Belper Civic ForumCivic association for Belper parish (including Milford) particularly concerned

with planning, services, town improvement and heritage matters.Email [email protected] or Roger Shelley 01773 829176

Belper Community ChurchMeets twice a month at Whitemoor Centre 10.30am Sundays on John

O’Gaunts Way. Modern Church for all ages. Tel: Henry Ford 01773 828619.

Belper Countryside Joggers Jog Derbyshire group. Meets on Belper Lane across from the Talbot Hotel.

Mondays at 7.45pm (beginners), Thursdays at 7.30pm (intermediates).

Belper & District Organ & Keyboard ClubBelper Congregational Church, Green Lane, Belper. Concerts on

3rd Saturday monthly. Social evenings on alternate Thursdays 7pm to 10pm at Belper Heritage Centre. Nigel Dawes:

01773 827204.

Belper District 50+ ForumNailers Function Room, The Triangle, Belper. Quarterly open meetings.

Various themes relating to over 50’s and work with schools and carehomes. Ann Homar 01773 829556.

Belper Folk ClubEvery Tuesday at The Old Kings Head, Days Lane, Belper, 8.30pm.

Details from 01246 865170 or www.belperfolkclub.co.uk

Belper Harriers Joggers Jog Derbyshire group.Meets at Belper Leisure Centre. For all jogging abilities.

Tuesdays 7pm. Contact Geoff: 07802 657321

Belper Historical SocietyTalks programme on first Weds of the month at St John’s Heritage Centre, The

Butts at 7.30pm. Email [email protected] or call 01332 880600.

Belper Hope Café and open micSalvation Army Hall, Belper Market Place, Sunday 7pm to 9pm. Quiz.

David Howarth: 07726 694618.

Belper Junior Musical TheatreSinging group for 7+ years. Meet on Wednesdays at the former

Strutt’s School on the corner of Gibfield Lane, Belper, 6pm - 7.15pm.Call: 01332 881766.

Belper Krav Maga AcademyBelper Leisure Centre, Kilbourne Road, Belper. Martial Arts club; train

on Mondays & Fridays 8.30pm to 9.30pm both nights. Details on www.ikma.co.uk

Belper Meadows Bowls ClubBelper Meadows, off Bridge Street, Belper. More details from

secretary Graham Sheldon 01773 827548, or www.belpermeadowsbowlsclub.co.uk. New members welcome.

Belper Meadows Tennis ClubMeet behind Christ Church, off A6, The Triangle. Adult social nights

Tuesdays and Thursdays. New members of all ages and abilitieswelcome. www.belpertennis.co.uk

Belper Model Railway GroupStrutt’s Centre, Derby Road, Belper (opposite Babington Hospital),

Wednesdays 7pm to 10pm. Details from Stephen Shepherd (secretary) at [email protected] tel no: 01283 703300.

Belper Musical TheatreMusical theatre shows performed every February and singing concerts

performed at intervals throughout the year. Meet 7.30pm onWednesdays at former Strutt’s School, Gibfield Lane,

Belper. Call: 01773 825938.

Belper PlayersMondays at Strutt Centre, Derby Road and Thursdays at Lion Hotel, Bridge Street at 7:30pm. Wanting new members – actors, backstage

and front of house. Secretary Joyce Towle: 01335 370827.

Belper SingersChamber choir of 24 voices, repertoire includes sacred and secular

works, mostly unaccompanied. Vacancies for experienced tenors and basses. Rehearsals Wednesdays, 8pm to 10pm, Congregational Church,

off Green Lane, Belper, DE56 1DB. www.belpersingers.webs.com or call 01773 850263.

Belper Social Club for the DisabledEvery second Wednesday at The Whitemoor Centre, John O’Gaunts

Way, Belper, 7.30pm. Barbara Pickering: 01773 823803.

Belper Stage ProductionsRehearse on Mon evenings at 7.30pm in The Blue Room, Robert Ludlam

Theatre, St Benedict’s School, Duffield Rd, Darley Abbey DE22 1JD. Adults & childrenre hearse for fun. Info: 07758 625372

Belper Stroke ClubBelper Leisure Centre, off Kilbourne Road, Belper, 2pm to 4pm on

alternative Tuesdays. 01773 824804.

Belper Sub-Aqua ClubBelper Leisure Centre, off Nottingham Road, Belper, every Wednesday8pm to 9pm - scuba training for beginners. Tony Slator 01773 825137.

Belper Tae Kwon-Do SchoolBelper Leisure Centre, Kilbourne Road, Belper. New beginner classes,

age 4 and above, Saturday 9.30am to 10.30am; Wednesday 5.15pmto 6.30pm. New beginner adult classes, Sunday 7.30pm to 9pm, and

Wednesday 8pm to 9.30pm. 4th Dan, Karl Duro: 07946 593363.

Belper Thursday ClubBelper Community Hall, Bridge Street, Belper. Alternate Thursdays.

Social meetings for retired ladies and gents. £1.50 admission. Call: 01773 825619.

Belper Toy LibraryThe Bungalow, Belper School, John O’Gaunts Way, Belper DE56 1RZ

All Welcome to Come Play & Take Away - “Stay & Play” Session 1.30 - 4pm £2.50 entry fee includes craft activity, refreshments, 1 free toy hire.

Lifetime membership is £5.00. School, Group & Child-minder membership also available upon request. E-Mail: [email protected]

Over 2,000 toys available for hire visit www.toylibraries.org or contact mobile 07528 165120 or 0845 310 2738.

Belper Town Wind BandMethodist Church Hall, Openwoodgate, Belper, on Tuesdays, 7.15pm. Brass

and wind instrument players any age, average to good abilities, welcome. Gaynor Lovett: 01332 881875.

Belper U3ASelf help social and education group for retired people. Open meetings on

1st Friday of the month. 10am at Strutt’s, Derby Road, Belper. New members welcome. Roma (01773) 821499.

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Little Black BookBelper WIMeet 1st Tuesday of the month at Congregational Church,

Green Lane, Belper. 7.15pm. President Joan Blower 01773 853862Secretary: [email protected] Tel: 01773 821424

Belper Women’s Group

Every Wednesday at 10am at Holbrook Road School. Talks and social events. New members welcome. Call Marie on 01773 824406.

Bereavement Support GroupThe Cottage Project, Chapel Street, Belper every 1st and 3rd

Thursday of the month 10am to 12noon. 01773 880364.

Bumps and Babes Group For new and expectant parents every Monday 10-11.30am

in the Belper Community Hall.

BYTE (Belper Youth Theatre)Drama & Performance Arts for 11 to 16 year olds at Long Row

School, Belper, on Wednesdays 5pm to 6pm. Call 01773 828724.

Citizen’s Advice BureauFree advice in all GP surgeries in Belper, contact your surgery for appointment.

For appointment at Bureau, 103 Bridge St., call 0844 375 2712 between 9.30am and 4pm.

Cheerleading ClassesBelper Leisure Centre, for ages 5 and over, Saturday 10.20am 11.20am. Classes

also in Heanor and Smalley. Full details from Nicky Horton: 07748 148626.

Chevin Probus ClubFor retired professional/businessmen in Belper, Duffield, Little Eaton

and surrounding area. Meet at 10.30am for coffee on third Monday each month at Lion Hotel, Bridge Street Belper for

talks/lunches, 11am. Occasional trips out for members and partners. Eric Allen: 01773 823105.

Community CraftsCard-making classes at Belper Community Hall, Bridge Street,

alternate Thursdays 10am to 12noon. £5 per session. Kelly Austin: 01773 763841, or [email protected]

Compassionate Communication Practice GroupBelper Unitarian Chapel. Learn how to use non-violent communication (NVC)

to enhance relationships & resolve conflicts. Info: Fran Hill 01773 827452, 07955 588356 or [email protected]

Dalesmen Male Voice Choir of BelperPractice at the old Herbert Strutt School, Strutt’s Centre, Derby Road, Belper, 7.30pm

Mondays. New members welcome, or just sit and listen. Paul: 01773 748986.

Derbyshire Children’s CentreAlder Road, Belper. For a guide to free activities in the area, call 01773

826651 or e-mail [email protected] for further details.

Diddi DancePre-school dance group at Belper Community Hall, Bridge Street,

Belper. Meet on Thursdays 9.30am to 10.15am for children 16 months to school age. No classes at Christmas. Debi Walker:

07805 784445 or www.diddidance.com

Fibro LifestyleInformal self-help support group for people with Fibromyalgia. Meetings held

last Tuesday of each month. Info: Brenda 01773 827019.

Fleet ArtsThe Fleet, Belper. A local charity delivering high quality arts

opportunities within the community. Rooms for hire including Music Rehearsal space at very reasonable rates. Details:

01773 820484, Email [email protected] or visit www.fleet-arts.org

Fleet Indoor Bowls BelperWould love to see new members at our very laid back, friendly club.

Monday evenings. Average age 50+ but all ages considered. Phone: Annette 01773 824945.

Folk FriendzyTraditional Dancing for youngsters 5-19 years old at Belper

Community Hall (behind Belper Library, Bridge Street, Belper.) Saturdays 9am to 12.30pm. Also at Fleet Arts Centre, The Fleet, Belper on Wednesdays 6.30pm to 9pm. New dancers welcome.

01773 743741.

Friends of Belper ParksA community group who holds events and work parties to improve and maintain Belper Parks. See website www.belperparks.info or

ring Dave 01773 824743.

Friends of Belper River GardensOrganising concerts, events and taking part in working parties to make use of and help improve Belper’s unique Edwardian riverside gardens.

Trevor 01773 821920

Genus (Belper District) Scout NetworkFor boys and girls 18-25. Contact network leader Adam Thompson

01332 841744; email [email protected] or visit http://www.belperdistrictscouts.org.uk/genusnetwork/

Goryukan Belper Aikido ClubStrutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper DE56 1UU, Tuesday & Thursday nights.

Contact Henry Sensei on 07538-757073/Email: [email protected]/Website: www.belper-aikido.co.uk

Karate with Ronin BudoTraining on Tuesdays 7.30-8.30pm Belper Strutt Centre.

More info: Call Charles Spring 07980 639437 or go to http://www.facebook.com/RoninBudo or

email: [email protected]

Ladybirds Pre-SchoolPlay, learn and grow together at our friendly Pre-School. Strutts Centre, Room

17, Derby Rd., Belper. DE56 1UU. Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 9.15-16.00, Thur 9.15-12.15. Tel: 07804 219458.

L D Camera ClubMeet alternative Tuesdays at the Conservative Club, Campbell Street, Belper,

8pm. T Swift: 01773 853437.

Learning Through DramaSt John’s School, Belper, Mondays, 4.30pm to 5pm; and Long Row School,

Belper, Wednesdays, 4.30pm to 5pm. Speech and drama tuition by qualified teachers for ages 5 to 15. Call: 07914 539719.

Meditation GroupBelper Unitarian Chapel, Field Row off Green Lane. From September 2014 meets every 1st and 3rd Wed 7.45-9.15pm. All welcome – no experience

necessary. Andy Phillips 01773 823160 or [email protected]

Mid Derbyshire Green Party1st & 3rd Monday of each month. 7pm at the Bull’s Head, Dalley Lane,Belper Lane End. Info: Sue MacFarlane, [email protected]

01773 423758.

Parent & Toddler Group at Fleet ArtsEvery Thursday from 10am to 12pm. All Welcome.

Playball Multi-Sport Coaching Session at Fleet ArtsFor children aged 2 to 4 yrs. Fridays 1.30-2.45pm term time only.

Contact: 07935 600027.

Pregnancy YogaClasses at No. 28 The Market Place, Belper. Wednesdays 6.30-8pm.

Gentle pregnancy and birth-specific yoga exercises. Experiencedpregnancy yoga teacher/NHS midwife Alison Talbot.

[email protected] 07877 970112www.purplelotusyoga.co.uk

Reiki Share GroupFor Reiki Level 1 or above. Meets first Fri of month at Fleet Arts, Belper.

7pm-9.30pm. New members welcome. Info: Judy 07875 367270.

Rotary Club of Belper and DuffieldMonday evening 7.30pm at the Lion Hotel, Bridge Street.

Info: www.belper-rotary.co.uk or Nick Blurton 01773 824607.

Rough Truffles Community ChoirSinging songs from around the world. Choir is open to everyone,

regardless of experience, ability or confidence. No auditions, songs are taught by ear, so no need to read music. Meet upstairs at the Queens

Head pub, Chesterfield Road, Belper, every Monday at 8.00pm. All welcome. Details: www.roughtruffles.org.uk

Royal British Legion(Belper) ClubStrutt Street, Belper. Entertainment every Saturday evening from

8.30pm. Also alternate Tuesday evenings from 8.30pm. More info: 01773 822151 Everyone welcome.

You don’t have to be ex-military to join.

Royal British Legion, Women’s SectionRoyal British Legion, Strutt Street, Belper, last Wednesday each month, speaker, 7.15pm. Also, day after at 10am is a coffee morning with raffle

and stalls. New members welcome. 01773 826691.

Scottish DancingHazelwood Village Hall, Hazelwood. Opens mid-Sept. Details from Robert Bee

01629 822476

Shamanic Journeying Group Meet 3rd Friday of the month. St Johns Chapel, The Butts, Belper

7pm – 10pm Contact Pat Dunnicliffe or Del woods on 01332 [email protected] Info: www.dunnwooddrums.com

Shape FitnessStrutt’s Centre, Mondays 7.30pm. Pilates with fitness, come and join the fun.

Contact Dawn 07917 728912.

Sing for the Joy Of ItChoir led by Sue MacFarlane, member of Natural Voice Practitioner’s

Network. No experience necessary. 2nd & 4th Tues at 12noon. Free. Belper Unitarian Chapel, Field Row. DE56 1DH. Info: Fran Hill 01773 827452 or

[email protected]

Star Roles After-School Drama Club at Fleet ArtsFor children aged 6 to 11 yrs. Fridays 4.30-6pm term time only.

Contact: 01773 880479 or 07760 376467.

Strutts Centre LtdDerby Road, Belper. A thriving community centre run entirely

by volunteers. If you wish to hire a space or want more details of the many varied activities held here, ring Strutts on 01773 599993 or visit

websites www.strutts.net or www.strutts.org

The Chevin Singers Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper, term time Tuesday 10am to 12noon.

Unaccompanied singing. No need to read music or have any singing experience. £3 per session. Call 01773 822253 or just turn up at Strutts.

The Drop Inn CentreIndependent Youth Centre & Charity Advice, support & alternative education

for young people Open: Mon 4.30pm - 9.30pm, Tues 6pm - 8pm, Thurs 7pm - 9.30pm. More info: Andrea Fox 07960 576257 email:

[email protected] www.thedropinn.org

Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language Class and Toddler Talk0-3 yrs. Teach your baby to communicate before they can talk, help yourtoddler learn skills needed for pre-school. Tuesdays at The Lion Hotel,

Bridge Street, Belper DE56 1AX. 10.00-11.00am Toddlers, 11.15am-12.15pm Babies. Contact [email protected]

90909090

Little Black BookToddler Group

Every Wednesday 10-11.30am in the Belper Community Hall

Transition BelperCommunity organisation and charity working towards a low carbon local

economy. Meet at 7.30pm first Tuesday of each month at Strutt’s Community Centre, Derby Road, Belper. See www.transitionbelper.org or email

[email protected]. Phone: 07773 667316.

Tuesday ClubSt Mark’s Church Hall, Openwoodgate, Belper, alternate Tuesdays

2pm to 4pm. Socials, speakers, trips for active retired 55+ ladies and gents and is non-denominational. 01773 820664 or 01773 747195.

Twistin’ TikesThursdays a new music class for ages 3-5. The Fit Pit, East Mill, Bridge Foot.

1.45-2.45pm.Contact Jacqui 07977 578359 or [email protected] www.facebook/twistintots

Twistin’ TotsTuesdays, music group for under 5’s. 9.45-11.45am. Twistin Tinies, music and baby bonding for 0-18months. 1.30-2.30pm. Belper Community Hall, Bridge

St. Contact Jacqui 07977 578359 or [email protected] www.facebook/twistintots

Umbrella – Parent/Carer’s Support GroupWorking to improve the quality of life for disabled children and young

adults and their families in Derby City and South Derbyshire. Meet second Thursday in the month, Strutts Building, Derby Rd., Belper DE56 1UU. 10am-12noon. Info: Alisha 01332 785658.

Walking for HealthMeet at Babington Clinic, Derby Road, Belper (or occasionallyat Belper Train Station) on Wednesday 10am. Free walk led by

trained volunteer walk leaders. Call Tor Pitts on 01283 563483 or07977 439309. Belper Beginners Walk lasting 1 hour. Meet inside

Belper Leisure Centre Wednesday at 2.30pm.

Whitemoor Day ServiceAdult care - Activities for adults with learning disabilities, at

100 John O’Gaunts Way, Belper. Unit manager Jeannette Simms: 01629 531906 or 07975 707240.

Yoga ClassesWhitemoor Medical Centre, Whitemoor Lane, Belper. Tuesday,

5.50pm to 6.50pm. Gentle Yoga, Thursday 9am to 10.30am. Book with Rachel Jennings: 01332 780580.

Church ContactsSt Clement’s Church, Horsley; St Susanna’s Church, Horsley

Woodhouse; St Mary’s Church, Denby. Serving the parishes of Horsley, Denby, Horsley Woodhouse, Kilburn and Coxbench.

For all church-based enquiries contact the parish office 01332 880284.

Codnor & Waingroves3rd Codnor Scouts

For girls and boys aged 6-14. All clubs meet at the Old Cricketer’s Bungalow at the side of the Old Welfare, Codnor. Beavers –

Tuesdays 5.15pm till 6.30pm. Cubs – Tuesdays 6.45pm till 8.15pm. Scouts – Fridays 6.30pm till 8.15pm. Ann Cantrill 07817 636232.

Amber Valley Rotary ClubMeets Tuesdays 6:45 for 7:00pm at Codnor Castle Inn, Ormonde Fields Golf

Centre, Nottingham Road, Codnor. New members are welcome. Please contact us first if you are interested. Contact us on 07850 440001 or by our

‘Contact us’ page on www.rotary-ambervalley.org.uk

Codnor & District WI2nd Tuesday each month, 7.15pm at Methodist Church Hall, Mill Lane, Codnor.

01773 714098.

Derbyshire County Council Children’s Centre – Come Out & Play inCodnor. Peveril House, Codnor. Play and information for families. Wednesdays 1.30pm-3.00pm. Telephone 01629 532601 or email:

[email protected]

Jog CodnorJog Derbyshire Group. Meets at the Poet & Castle Pub. For all abilities.

Tuesdays at 7pm Contact: Ben 07500 600171

Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language ClassMondays 1.30-2.30pm at Waingroves Community Centre, Church Street,

Waingroves DE5 9TX Trish Wright: 07795 554375 or [email protected]

Denby & Kilburn1st Horsley & Kilburn Brownies

Scout Hut, Highfield Road, Kilburn, Wednesday 6.30pm to 8pm. Call 01332 882535 or 07545 551890 for details.

3rd Horsley & Kilburn BrowniesWednesday 6.30pm to 8pm at Kilburn Methodist Chapel

Brown Owl (Trish Rose) 01332 881786

1st Horsley & Kilburn RainbowsSt Clements Church, Church St, Horsley

Thurs 6.00pm – 7.00pm. Contact Sarah 07454224088

1st Horsley & Kilburn Scout GroupFor boys & girls aged 6 to 14 at Scout HQ, Highfield Rd, Kilburn.

Contact: Richard Ward, 01773 857232 or 07795 420505.

Chatterbox CaféKilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn, every second Friday,

10am to midday, in conjunction with Mobile Library sited on car park. Coffee, cakes; relax, chat or read. Enid: 01332 780486.

Denby Footpaths GroupMaintenance and preservation of local footpaths;

community walks, circular routes. Jane: 01332 781305, or e-mail [email protected]

Intermediate Adults Dance ClassesKilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn.

Latin American and Ballroom, Thursdays 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Patricia Cooke: 01332 660837.

Kilburn Christian FellowshipMeet in Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn, 5pm to 6pm on

the second Sunday of each month, refreshments.All ages welcome. Godfrey: 01332 781200

Kilburn Community ChoirA time of singing and fun, no experience needed. Hunters Arms, Kilburn.

1st & 3rd Thursdays from 7-8.30pm. Info: Cathy 07986 450580.

Kilburn Life Group8 Sitwell Drive, Kilburn. 10am to 11.30am first and third Wednesday

of month. Discuss issues on life matters. Cynthia: 01332 882713.Kilburn Striders Jog Derbyshire Group.

Meets at car park opposite Pickford Gardens. For all abilities.Meets at various times. Please call Ross for details. Ross: 07791 683056

Kyleburn Historical SocietyKilburn Baptist Chapel Schoolroom, Highfield Road, Kilburn, every

third Thursday, 7.30pm. Speakers. Chairman. Keith Staley: 01332 881853.

Mums & MinisDenby Bottles Church, Danesby Crescent, Tuesdays 10am

to 12noon. Mike and Alison James 01773 743104

Probus ClubFor retired people. Meet at Denby Lodge, Denby on the second

Thursday each month at 10.45am. New members welcome. Mr H Hunt: 01773 570483

Stay ‘n’ PlayKilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn. Every Thursday 9.15am to 11.15am

term time only.

Tae Kwon-do & Self DefenceKilburn Village Hall. Adult & Junior classesSat: 10.00-12.00noon. Sun 9.30-10.30am

Panthers 4-7 yrs Sat: 9.00-10.00am & Wed 5.00-6.00pmContact Shirley 07779 812468 http://www.progressive-selfdefence.co.uk

The Wednesday ClubDenby Institute first Wednesday every month. 2.15pm. Betty: 01332 880726.

All welcome.

Walking for HealthMeet outside the Bourne Cafe, Denby Pottery Visitor’s Centre. Thursday 9.30am.

Various routes led by trained walk leaders. Contact: 01283 563483.

Whist DriveKilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn. Fortnightly on Wednesdays 2pm.

01773 741586

Duffield1st Duffield Scout Group

For boys & girls aged 6 to 14 at Scout HQ, Hall Farm Road, Duffield. Group Scout Leader Alan Hudson: 01332 840377.

Adult Yoga and MeditationTerm time only: Mon at Meadows School, Park Road, Duffield . 7pm – 7.30pm Meditation followed by Yoga 7.30 – 9pm. Thurs: Yoga 1.15 – 2.30pm Duffield

Scout Hall, Hall Farm Road. Info: Anita 01332 842070.

Amber Painting GroupFriendly Art Group meets Fridays 1.45-3.45pm, Methodist Church Hall, King

St, Duffield. New members welcome. Tel: 01332 842016.

Derwent Valley Training BandMusic Block, Ecclesbourne School, Mondays 5.45pm to 6.30pm for brass and wind players all ages, from beginners to Grade 3. Kath Hoblyn: 01332 840405.

Derwent Valley Wind BandConcert Hall, Ecclesbourne School, term time only on Mondays 6.45pm

8.15pm. For brass and wind players of all ages. Grade 3 and above.Tony Rawcliffe 01332 841501.

Duffield and District Bowling ClubMeet at Milford Bowling Green behind Nealies. Paul Greenwood: 01332

840478 or e-mail [email protected] New members welcome.

Duffield Art GroupWeston Centre, Tamworth Street, Duffield, every Friday 2pm.

New members welcome. Sylvia Owen: 01773 824534.

Duffield Baby and Toddler GroupPlaygroup for babies and pre-school children, every Wednesday 9.30-11am,

Duffield Methodist Church, King Street.

Duffield Gardening ClubWeston Centre, Tamworth Street, Duffield. First Saturday each month,10am. Slide shows, outings, activities, coffee. Chairperson Sandra Dare

01332 841658

9191

Little Black BookDuffield Pre-schoolDuffield Meadows School, Mon-Fri. For children aged 2yrs to school age.

Thur & Fri lunch club. Contact: 07955 168892 or www.duffieldpreschool.co.uk

Duffield SingersFriendly community choir. Meet every Wednesday at St Margaret’s Church,

Hall Farm Road, Duffield at 7.45pm. New members welcome, bass, tenor, alto & soprano voices www.facebook.com/theduffieldsingers2014

Duffield Tae Kwon-Do SchoolDuffield Meadows School, on Mondays 4.50pm to 6.20pm and on Fridays 4.50pm to 6.20pm. New beginner children’s classes

from aged 4 upwards. 4th dan, Karl Duro: 07946 593363.

Families at FourSt Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Church Hall, every 4th Sunday

4pm. Games, stories and songs for families. 01332 840536.

FusionClub for 5 to 11-year-olds at Emmanuel Christian Centre, 32 Chapel

Street, Sundays 11am to 12noon. Parents welcome to stay. Family service first Sunday every month.

IgnitionSt Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Hall every Tuesday night during

term time from 7.30pm to 9pm for school years 10 to 13. 01332 840536.

ImpactSt Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Hall, every Monday night during

term time from 7pm to 8.30pm for school years 7 to 9. 01332 840536.

Jog DuffieldJog Derbyshire group. Meets at Eyes Meadow. All abilities welcome.

Monday 6pm, Tuesday 9.30am and Thursday 6pm. Contact Julie 07934 494121

Kick Fit and Abs BlastDuffield Meadows Junior School – aerobic and conditioning classes.

Kick Fit on Wednesdays 6.30pm to 7.30pm, £3.50. Abs Blast on Wednesdays 7.30pm to 7.55pm, £2. Or both for £5.

Matt Elliott: 07971 923248 or e-mail [email protected]

MASSIVE – Youth Drop-In CentreEmmanuel Community Church, Chapel Street, Duffield.

Fridays 4.00pm-6.00pm (School years 7-9) 7.00pm-10.00pm (School years 10+) Contact Will Leech – 01332 841386.

Messy ChurchMethodist Church, King Street, Duffield, first Sunday of the month

10.30am - 11.15am. Bible stories, crafts, fun and activities for children of all ages. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Coleen 01332 841788.

Music at DuffieldNon-profit making music society and registered charity.

Info: www.musicatduffield.com

Seedlings Toddler Groupat Emmanuel Community Church Chapel Street, Duffield Tuesdays 9.30 –11.30am (term time) email: [email protected]

Songs of PraiseSt Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Hall, 1st Monday every month at 2pm.

Service with traditional hymns, short talk, and cream tea. 01332 840536.

SparksSt Alkmund’s Church Duffield, Parish Church Hall, every 1st Sunday 10am for

Primary School aged children. Songs, stories, games and meet Sparky. 01332 840536.

The Duffield ClubPrivate members snooker/social club at 13 Town Street, Duffield.

Call Glyn: 07739 190976

Who Let The Dads Out!Toddler Group for Dads, Grandads and male carers and their under 4’s. Every 2nd Saturday in the month at Duffield Baptist Church, Makeney Road. DE56 4BD. 9 am – 10.30am. Enq: Robin Merrifield [email protected] , www.debc.

org.uk 01335 372039.

Yoga with TabithaTuesdays 1-2pm (term time only) Duffield Squash Club

A Yoga class for all levels. Contact me to secure a place – 07957 387333

Holbrook1st Holbrook Scout Group

Beavers, Cubs and Scout Group. Meet at Arkwright Hall, Moorside Lane, Holbrook. Leader Mark Hudson: 01773 827083.

Drumming GroupMeets last Fri of month (may differ) 7pm – 9.30pm at The Arkwright Hall,

Moorside Lane, Holbrook. Contact Pat Dunnicliffe or Del Woods on 01332 880984

email:[email protected] Info: www.dunnwooddrums.com

Holbrook Baby & Toddler GroupHolbrook Methodist Church, Moorside Lane, Holbrook. Fridays 9.15am

to 11.15am, term time. £2 per family. Rosemary Woodward: 07795 602478

Holbrook Friendship ClubFirst Thursday of every month. 2pm -4pm at the Sports and Social Club,

Shaw Lane, Holbrook. Call David Robinson for more information 01773 828304

Holbrook Garden GroupHolbrook Moor Methodist Church, Moorside Lane, Holbrook, third

Monday each month, 7.30pm. All welcome. David Skelton: 01332 881221.

Holbrook Miners Welfare Bowls ClubHolbrook Miners Welfare Club Shaw Lane, Holbrook.

Details from Sharon Stevens: 01332 781403.

Holbrook WIArkwright Hall, Moorside Lane, Holbrook, first Wednesday

each month. 7.30pm. Lilian Phipps: 01332 881419.

Horsley & CoxbenchHorsley & Coxbench WI

Horsley Village Hall, Church Street, Horsley, second Monday each month. 7.15pm. Tel: Janet 01332 883466.

Horsley Over 60’s ClubHorsley Village Hall, Church Street, Horsley, alternate Tuesdays 2pm

to 4pm. Secretary Betty Holloway: 01332 880726.

Ladies NightInformal evenings with talks, crafts and social events every 3rd Tuesday 7.45 pm, in Horsley Village Hall Church Street, Horsley. 01332 881025

or 01773 741977

Horsley Woodhouse1st Sitwell Scout Group

For cubs aged 7 ½ to 11. Meet every Weds 6.30-8pm.Sitwell Scout HQ off Church Lane, Horsley Woodhouse DE7 6AW.

Other sections to open soon. Info: www.1stsitwellscoutgroup.co.uk,Email: [email protected]

Dance NightHorsley Woodhouse Church Hall, Main Street. Every Monday

7.00pm, Line Dancing with Megan; and at 8.15pm. Eric: 01332 881566 or 07790 863997

Horsley Woodhouse JoggersMeet at the church hall, Horsley Woodhouse 7.00pm Thursdays.

£2 per session. Beginners group for new or returning joggers. Contact: Sam Draper 07891 571488.

Horsley Woodhouse Pre-SchoolMethodist Church Hall, Main Street. Term Time: Under 3’s Monday

& Wednesday 1.00pm to 3.30pm. Over 3’s Monday to Friday 9.15am to 12.15pm. Call 07969 964842 during opening hours.

Horsley Woodhouse Royal British LegionHorsley Woodhouse Over 60’s Club meets in the hall, alternate

Tuesdays at 2pm. Bingo, dominoes and cards. Outings for members at regular intervals. Subs £8 per year. Come and join our friendly group.

Call Don 01332 881379.

Orchard GroupDominoes, Scrabble, and Whist at Orchard Community Centre,

off Fairfield Road, alternate Tuesdays 2pm. 01332 883240.

Over 55’s Gentle Exercise ClassHorsley Woodhouse Church Hall, Main Street. Every Wednesday

1.30pm to 2.30pm. Pauline Clarke: 01773 712829 or Eric 01332 881566

Tae Kwon-Do Practical Self DefenceHorsley Woodhouse Church Hall, Adult & Junior Classes, Tuesday 6.30-8.30pm.

Contact Shirley 07779 812468 http://www.progressive-selfdefence.co.uk

Walking for HealthMeet outside the Working Men’s Club, Main Street, Horsley Woodhouse, 9.45am on Wednesdays. Free walk led by trained volunteer walk leaders;

2 to 3 miles long, though fields. Call Tor Pitts on 01283 563483 or 07977 439309.

Whist DriveBritish Legion Hall, Main Street, Horsley Woodhouse, every Friday 7.30pm.

Malcolm Parkin 01332 880160.

Little EatonAdult Yoga

Little Eaton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Little Eaton, DE21 5EA; Wednesday 7.45pm to 9pm, term time only. Anita: 01332 842070.

Baby SensoryBaby development classes at Little Eaton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, Little Eaton. Meet every Tuesday 10am to 11am. Call Claire 07967 485855 to book your free

trial visit.

Fitness Training Fast Fitness, Little Eaton Park, Mondays 6-6.30pm, £2.50

Circuit Training, Little Eaton Village Hall, Thursdays 6-7pm, £5.00Contact: Ailsa Waters 07929 610558

Little Eaton Crown Green Bowling ClubSt Peter’s Park, Vicarage Lane. Valerie Kaye: 01332 834389 or Maurice

Walkerdine: 01332 880168.

Little Eaton Dance SchoolLittle Eaton Village Hall, Little Eaton Park. Meet Saturdays, children 2 and over. Fun classes in ballet, tap, modern, jazz and acrobatic dance.

Julie Law: 01332 835392 or 07815 564096.

Little Eaton Gardening ClubMeet at the Village Hall, Vicarage Lane, DE21 5EA every 3rd Wednesday evening of month 7-9pm. (Autumn & Winter) Excursions during summer

months & December event. Visitors welcome. Info: Moira Hutchison 01332 831966.

92929292

Little Black Book

Little Eaton Jog Derbyshire GroupMeet under Village Hall balcony. For all abilities.

Tuesdays 7pm. Fridays 9:15am (during school term time) Saturdays 8:15am Lesley Crane 07973 440589

[email protected]

Little Eaton Lawn Tennis ClubSt Peter’s Park, Vicarage Lane, Little Eaton. 3 hard courts, open all year.

New members welcome. Visit www.littleeatontennisclub.co.uk for application form.

Little Eaton PlayersAmateur dramatic group staging several events a year. Rehearsals on Thursdays at Little Eaton OAP Hall, Barley Close, Little Eaton, 7pm. Steve 07970 969874

or [email protected]

Little Eaton PlayschoolUnited Reformed Church, Alfreton Road, Little Eaton. Sessional play,

care and learning. Monday to Friday for children 2 years to school age. Free funded places for 3 year olds. New play area and large garden.

07887 990783 or www.littleeatonplayschool.co.uk

Little Eaton WISecond Wednesday of the month in the Village Hall, Vicarage Lane,Little Eaton. 7.30pm. President Barbara Adams 01332 832267.

or secretaryMarian Ford 01332 840628.

Little Stars Drama ClassLittle Eaton Village Hall, every Thursday 4-5pm. For children age 5-11.

Contact Fliss Goldsmith 07718 487079 or [email protected] for FREE trial session.

Minds of Little EatonOAP Hall, on Barley Close, Little Eaton, every Thursday 10am to 12noon. Groups and agency talks, confidence-building, quizzes,

art/ crafts, local walks, visits. Contact Sandra Tilling or Jenny Godfrey: (0115) 9308696. 50p donations for entry.

OAP HallBarley Close, Little Eaton. £7.50 per hour for hire. Screen is available for slide shows. OAP coffee morning, first Wednesday every month, 10am; Whist Drive, Thursdays 2pm to 4pm; OAP Keep Fit, Fridays.

Susan: 01332 832577.

The Friends in Harmony ChoirRehearse at Parish Rooms, Vicarage Road, Little Eaton, Tuesdays 7.30pm

to 9pm. New singers welcome. Conductor Barbara Lowe: 01332 833861.

The Village Pre-school Little EatonAt the new Little Eaton Village Hall, St Peter’s Park. Mon-Fri & all

day on Mondays and Wednesdays. “Pop In” for Carers & under 5’s Fri am. Freeflow indoor and outdoor play. 07890 028346, 01332 834555

www.levillagepreschool.co.uk

Twistin’ TotsLittle Eaton Village Hall, Vicarage Lane.Wednesdays 1.30pm – 2.30pm,

Music session for babies 0 to 5 years. Jacqui: 07977 578359.

Youth ClubNew Village Hall, Little Eaton. Every Friday 4.30pm-6.30pm

for Year 7 to school leavers. Chill out and have fun with friends. Snacks available. Helen 07970 767667

MilfordAmber Valley Tai Chi Chuan

Kawagishidojo (formerly the Riverside Gardens Centre) Milford. Tuesdays6.30-8pm. Beginners Welcome. Call: 01332 890460 for details or email:

sifu@ambervalleytaichichuan www.ambervalleytaichichuan.co.uk

Chevin Road Baptist Chapel Sundays 10.30-11.30am, Junior Church and coffee. Wednesday Club, various

speakers alternate weeks. Thursday: Bible Study 7.30pm. Friday: monthly Coffee Mornings. Modern Interior, disabled friendly.

New toilet and outside platform lift. Info: 01773 821965.

Derbyshire Archery ClubMeet at the archery field behind Nealies at Milford. Shooting on Wednesday

and Friday nights at 6.30pm. Regular Tournaments at Kedleston Hall in summer. Beginners Courses start in May. Information on dacarchers.co.uk or phone Ray

Lunn on 01773 825184.

Karate & Kick Boxing with Ronin BudoTraining on Thursdays 7.30-8.30pm for Karate, 8.30-9.30pm

for Kick Boxing.Milford Kawagishi Dojo Riverside Fitness Centre.Info: Charles Spring 07980 639437 or go to http://www.facebook.com/

RoninBudo or email: [email protected]

Midas After-School ClubMilford Primary School, Chevin Road. Mondays to Fridays 3.30pm to 6pm.

Diana Lawday: 01332 842913.

Milford & Makeney WIMeet at Holy Trinity Church Hall, A6 Milford, on first Monday afternoon of the

month at 2pm. Jo: 01773 825478.

Milford Pre-SchoolMilford Primary School, Chevin Road, Mondays to Fridays 9am to 12noon,

funded sessions for 3 to 5-year-olds; Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm to 3pm for 2 to 3-year-olds. Diana Lawday: 01332 842913.

Morley & SmalleyMorley Book Club

Informal meetings every four to six weeks. Details from Beryl Toms: 01332 880107.

Morley WIMorley Hayes, Main Road, Morley, 2nd Tues each month. 7.30pm

Contact Pam: 01332 664587

Poems for PleasureWEA class meet at Baptist Church, Main Road, Smalley. 11-week course,

from Wednesday September 30 to December 9, 10am to 12noon. Secretary Wyn Harvey: 01332 880013.

Smalley Art GroupDraw and paint at Smalley Institute, 79 Main Road, Smalley, every Tuesday

10am-12 noon, 1.15-3.15pm and 7-9pm. Wednesday 10am – 12 noon. Joining details from Jean Ross 01332 781319.

Smalley Lawn Tennis ClubOff Dobholes Lane, next to cricket ground. Membership forms at Bell Inn, Smalley or Flower Shop, Horsley Woodhouse. New members welcome.

Visit www.smalleytennis.net

Smalley Mothers UnionMeets at Stainsby Lodge, Smalley on 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2pm.

Contact Jan: 01332 880530.

Smalley WIChurch Hall, Main Road, Smalley, on third Thursday each month, 7.15pm. Secretary Ann Upton: 01773 715800.

Ripley1st Ripley Scout Group

Cubs, Beavers, Scouts 6/14 years for boys and girls. To join call group scout leader, Ron Ashton on 01773 745420 www.1stRipleyScouts.org

4th Ripley RainbowsFor girls age 5+. Visit www.girlguiding.org.uk for details

AllsortsActivities for 0 to 5-year-olds. Free group on Thursdays 10.15am to 11.15am

at Salvation Army Church, Heath Road. Further details: 01629 533900

Alphabet Childminding GroupMeet at Denby Institute and Ripley Children’s Centre. Childminders

wishing to join the group can call Marion on 07952 798808, Claire 07891 956715, Trina 07875 142583.

Amber Valley Access GroupContact Keith Boot 07980 591801.

Email [email protected] www.avag.org.uk

Amber Valley Camcorder ClubMarehay Miners Welfare, Derby Road, Ripley, meet alternate

Tuesdays 7.45pm from September to June. Geoff Thompson: 01773 748559.

Amber Valley CVSVolunteers needed to work with various organisations. Supports older people, families, children, helps and supports local groups giving advice on funding, as

well as offering training, facilities and resources. Further details: 01773 512076.

Amber Valley Stroke GroupMeet alternate Fridays at St Joseph’s Hall, Butterley Hill, Ripley.

Supporting stroke survivors. Call Mary 01773 747813.

Amber Valley Talking NewspaperPeople who have difficulty reading can receive tapes of local news (weekly) and

magazines (monthly) free of charge. Info: Ellen Hughes 01773 608954.

Breastfeeding Support GroupFree group for breastfeeding mums & mums to be interested in breastfeeding.

Thurs 1.00 – 2.30, Ripley Children’s Centre, Sandham Lane, Ripley. Info: 01629 533900.

9393

Little Black BookBritish Red Cross First Aid GroupSalvation Army, Heath Road, every Thursday at 7.30pm.

First Aid training to support Event First Aid. Adele Gregory: 01629 593329, e-mail Agregory@ redcross.org.uk

or visit: www.redcross.org.uk/volunteering

Centre Stage Theatre ArtsDance, drama and singing for young people 5 to 18. Every Thursday evening

during term time, at Mill Hill School, Ripley. Call 01332 232940 or email [email protected] for details.

Disability DerbyshireJoin our support group for people suffering from depression and anxiety.

Last Tues of each month 10.30am-12noon. Field Terrace Community Room, Ripley. Info & attendance confirmation: Disability Derbyshire 01773 740246.

Friendship CircleField Terrace Community Centre, Ripley, every Thursday 10am to 12noon.

Greenhillock’s FellowshipClub for over 50’s. Wood Street Methodist Church, Ripley, Wednesdays 2pm to 3.30pm. Quality entertainment, speakers, social afternoons, quizzes, day

trips. David: 01773 423854.

Hearing Help (AV)Social group every 3rd Wednesday 11.45am-2.30pm. Lip Reading Group

every Friday 10am-12pm. At 156 Derby Road, Ripley. 01773 570976.

Little RascalsA play session for parents under 25 and their children. Support and advice

available if needed. Tues 1.30pm-2.45pm. (Term time only) RipleyChildren’s Centre, Sandham Lane, Ripley. 01629 533900

Messy MondaysCome along & get messy. Free group for children to explore & experiment with new textures & experiences. Mons 10.15am-11.15am, Wood Street

Methodist Church. 01629 533900. Please wear old clothes.

Moorwood Moor Angling ClubPonds on Inns Lane, South Wingfield, daily 6am to 10pm. More details on

membership, and junior teach-in sessions from John and Kath: 01773 746486

Musical DimensionSinging group available for bookings – all monies raised donated to local

charities. Practice nights Tuesdays 7.30pm at Marehay Methodist Chapel, Ripley. Call 01773 742017 for details and to book or visit

www.musicaldimension.co.uk

Ripley (Amber Valley) Lions ClubMeet every first Monday of the month at the Kestrel Inn, Marehay, 8pm.

Geoff Bacon: 01773 608786.

Ripley Absolute Beginners Jog GroupMeet Ripley Leisure Centre 9.00am Saturday mornings.

Email: [email protected] or Tel Ryan 07854 035770.

Ripley Amateur Drama GroupMeet every Mon at Mill Hill School. 7.30pm – 9.30pm.

Info: Terry Thorpe 01773 743471

Ripley and District Gardening ClubEvery third Saturday at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley 3pm

to 5pm. New members very welcome.

Ripley & District Twinning AssociationTwinned with Chateau Renault, France. Monthly meetings.

Details from Roland: 01773 746543.

Ripley & District U3AMonthly meetings at St Joseph’s Church Hall, Butterley Hill,

Ripley. Dates vary. Many different interests catered for. Call Tony 07773 897621.

Ripley CadetsParade on Monday & Thursday 18.45-21.00 at the Cadet Centre, Mill Hill

School. Open to all young people 12-18. Contact: Jo Moody 0785 2102104

Ripley Green GartersLadies North West Morris Dance Team meet every Tuesday at

St Joseph’s Church Hall, Butterley Hill, Ripley, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Dancers and musicians welcome. 01773 743560.

Ripley Hospital League of FriendsRipley Hospital, second Thursday of the month at 7.30pm. To raise

funds for the health, welfare and comfort of patients and staff. Mrs Phyllis Holmes: 01773 747355

Ripley Ladies GroupMeet 1st Tuesday of every month 7.30pm at Field Terrace Community

Centre, Ripley. New members very welcome. Contact Gill 01773 744580.

Ripley Leisure Centre Badminton ClubMeet Thursdays 7.30pm – 10.30pm at Ripley Leisure Centre.

Players of a club or local league standard are welcome. Ladies, Mens & Mixed teams. Info: Kay 01332 883622

Ripley Memory Cafe Third Thursday of each month 2-4pm, Field Terrace Community Room, Off

Slack Ln., DE5 3HL. (Opp. Co-op) Info: Helen Aldridge 01332 208845 or email [email protected]

Ripley Morris MenMale Cotswold Morris Side, meet every Thursday at Fritchley

Church Hall, Fritchley, 8pm to 10pm. New and experienced dancers and musicians welcome. 01773 743560.

Ripley Poetry Reading GroupMeet at Ripley Library, Grosvenor Road, Ripley, twice monthly,

Thursday afternoons, 2pm to 4pm. Janet Dawson 01773 513247.

Ripley Recorded Music SocietyField Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. Meet twice a month,

Thursday evening at 7.30pm until 9.30pm. To promote interest in an appreciation of classical music through the recording medium. Concert visits & Christmas social. Contact Bob Astill, Secretary (01773) 714368.

www.thefrms.co.uk/affprogs/ripley.htm

Ripley Rotary ClubMeet Tuesdays 6:40 for 7pm at Lumb Farm Country Club, Derby Road, Marehay, Ripley. New members welcome.

Contact Secretary on 01773 747415 or email: [email protected]

Ripley Royal British Legion Branch 3669Meet first Thursday of every month at The Pear Tree, Derby Rd. Ripley.

7.30-9.00pm. All welcome. Info: Chair Dean Fowler 07966 442387 or [email protected]

Ripley Running ClubMeet at Ripley Leisure Centre, Derby Road, Ripley every Tuesday

at 6.45pm Runners of all abilities welcome. More info:Eleanor Robinson on 01773 541950, or [email protected]

www.ripleyrunningclub.com

Ripley School of DancingMarehay Welfare, Derby Road, Marehay, Ripley. Ballroom,

Latin American & Classical. Mum’s & Children’s class, Saturdays 9.45-10.45am.Adult’s practice/tuition class, Mondays 7.30-8.30pm. Private lessons by

appointment: Brenda Jackson 01773 749948.

Ripley Tuesday ClubClub for over 60’s. Meet every Tues, 2-4 pm at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. Speakers, Bingo, other events and days out. All welcome.

Contact Eileen Towndrow 01773 741329.

Ripley WIField Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. 2nd Thursday every month at 7pm.

Contact: Christine Byard 01773 745170.

Tae Kwon-Do ClassesRipley Infants School, Kirk Close, Ripley DE5 3RY. Tues & Fri at 6pm.

David: 01773 744031.

The Ripley Art GroupMeet every Weds at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. 2pm-4pm.

For retired people. New members welcome. Info: Jeff Barber 01773 570255.

Twistin’ TotsTwistin’ Tots

Fridays at Planet Happy, Heage Rd. Ind Est., Ripley. 9.30-10.30 & 11-12 noon. Twistin Tikes, ages 3-5. 1.30-2.30pm.Contact Jacqui 07977 578359 or

[email protected] www.facebook/twistintots

UnicornsSupport group for parents & carers of children with additional or complex

needs or disabilities. 2nd Weds of month. 1.15pm-2.45pm, Ripley Children’s Centre. Tel: 01629 533900.

WaistWiseFree NHS Weight Management Service, available throughout Amber Valley all year round. To find your nearest one call Derbyshire Health Promotion Service

on 01246 868468.

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Community

IndexAccountant: Amber Accountancy 10 Adoption Service: Family Care 15 Aerials: ADI Communications 49 Aerials: AMC Aerials 44 Airport Transfers: Connect Cars 22 Airport Transfers: Holbrook Travel 14 Alarms: ALW Security 44 Animal Welfare: The Cat’s Protection League 21 Architect: Green 2K Design 50 Architect: Pilkington Architecture 70

Beauty: Elle Vie 30 Beauty: Prestige 31 Bedrooms: Contour Furnishings 57Blinds: UK Blinds 59Building Work: Bennett Construction 45 Building Work: Bricklaying Services of Belper 42 Building Work: David James 56 Building Work: Gary Wain 64 Building Work: JJN 62 Building Work: K J Developments 44 Building Work: Little Job Building Co 51 Building Work: Peak Building 65 Building Work: Quality Tradesmen 59Building Work: W4W 61

Car Body Repairs: B A Kelf 36Car Body Repairs: ChipsAway 38 Car Body Repairs: Martin Buxton 36 Car Sales, Servicing, Repairs, MOTs: Geoff Cox 95Car Servicing Repairs: Little Eaton Garage 35Car Servicing Repairs: Marehay Vauxhall 35Care Home: Ashmere Care Homes 85Carer Services: Amber Valley Total Care 77 Carpet Cleaning: Roy Milner 4Carpet/Upholstery Cleaning: Jonelle 4Carpets & Flooring: Ian Wilson 52Carpets & Flooring: K A Flooring 60 Carpets & Flooring: T Nutt & Sons 7Catering: The Orange Food Box Company 26 Children’s Soft Play Centre: Planet Happy 75Chimney Sweep: Sooty & Sweep 4Cleaning: Lindsay Phillips Property Care 4Coal Merchant: Signal Fuels 49 Computer Repairs: Computer Repair 4 U 9Courier Service: DWMS Ltd 9Craft Activities: Crafts Cornucopia 21

Delicatessen: Blackbrook Garage Deli 26 Dentures: Amber Technology 79 Dog Walking: Maggie’s Dog Walking 79 Drama Classes: Flippan C Creative 86 Driveways: Amber Valley Driveways 40

Education: Derby Grammar School 73 Education: Kip McGrath 76 Electrician: A Hallam 65 Electrician: Andy Hill 51 Electrician: C Orton Electrical 52 Electrician: Darren Blagg 44 Electrician: David Devenport 43Electrician: JB Electrical & Security Systems 48 Electrician: JSP Electrical 61 Electrician: Karl Chamberlain 42 Electrician: Sandbed 50 Electrician: TME Electrical 49 Employment Advice: H R Dept 10Estate Agent: Hall & Benson 3Estate Agent: IMS 2

Financial Advice: Belper IFS 12 Florist: Floraline 78 Foot Health: Amber Feet 30Foot Health: Hewing Chiropody 1

Garden Machinery Sales: Arb & Ground Equipment 66 Garden Machinery Sales & Repairs: Easy Service & Sales 58 Garden Services: Jaam Properties 42 Garden & Property Services: Guys Garden & Property Services 60Gift Store: Hurst Chemist 13

Hair Salon: Elle Vie 30 Hair Salon: Katie Weeds Hair Design 29 Hair Salon: Limes 28Hair Salon: Prestige 31Hair Salon: Redd Lifestyle 28Handyman: TCA Home Maintenance 65Hotel: The Derby Hotel Blackpool 6

Insurance: Protheroe Insurance 41

Jewellery: Silver & Porcelain 14

Kitchens: Holtams 47

Ladies Wear: Kiss & Make Up 13 Landscaping Services: David A Ball 51Landscaping Services: Langley Landscaping Services Ltd 55 Lawn Care: Lawn 3 43 Loft Ladders: More Than Loft Ladders 46 Log Supplies: Clive Stone 43 Log Supplies: Premier Log Supplies 48 Log Supplies: Signal Fuels 49

Make up Shop: Kiss & Make Up 13

Oven Cleaning: The Oven Cleaning Co 53Oven Cleaning: Oven Wizards 51

Painting & Decorating: Roy Milner 68 Paving: WB Paving 46 Personal Trainer: Alex Robinson 34 Pharmacy: Hurst Chemist 13 Piano Lessons: Bridget Marshall 13 Piano Tuning: Pianotunerverse 13 Plastering: S Beresford 44 Plastering: Claxton Plastering 60Plastering: Palmac 60Plastering: Steve’s Plastering 58Plumbing & Heating: Belper Plumbing & Heating 42 Plumbing & Heating: Huckle 63Plumbing & Heating: Ian Foster 49 Plumbing & Heating: Martyn Young 68Plumbing & Heating: MDA 60 Plumbing & Heating: RK 65Plumbing & Heating: Scott 58 Plumbing & Heating: Verisafe 40Plumbing & Heating: Woodward 64Property Maintenance: Derby Energy Solutions 62 Public House: Denby Lodge 25Public House: Marquis of Ormonde 23

Restaurant: Angelo’s 25 Restaurant: Denby Lodge 25Restaurant: Marquis of Ormonde 23Retirement Homes: Richmond Retirement Homes 82Roofing Specialist: Bill Kiely Roofing 56Roofing Specialist: S L Beresford 48

Safety Training: ARTS 10 Security: Prestige 42Solicitors: Ellis, Fermor & Negus 8Solicitors: Killingworth & Parrott 9 Solicitors: Shacklocks 11Sports Massage: The Derby Therapist 28

Tarmax Specialist: JGS 56Taxi: Holbrook Travel 14 Tiling: KG Bennett 45 Tiling: Wayne Shooter 52Tree Care: AA Tree Surgeons 4 Tree Care: Amber Tree Management 53 Tree Care: Clip ‘Em & Fell ‘Em 49 Tree Care: Greg Long 50 Tree Care: Guys Garden & Property Services 60 Tyres & Exhausts: ETS 96

Van & Driver: Dan with a Van 59

Windows, Doors, Conservatories: C J Fullwood 40 Windows, Doors, Conservatories: JJL Double Glazing 64 Windows, Doors, Conseratories: T A Windows 61 Windows, Doors, Conservatories: Trade Windows 67 Windows - Replacement Glass: Cloudy2Clear 69 Windows - Replacement Glass: Glass X 44 Windows - Replacement Glass: Re-Glaze-It 39

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All Things Local Belper Edition - February/March 2015