AVV - Alfreton & Villages edition - April/May 2013

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Have you extracted your hands from those thick woollen gloves yet and had a good look at them? Is it time to do something about making them look good again? Well worry not, help is at hand!

Have a look at our tips for healthy nails or come along and make use of the reader offer and have a Mavala manicure at ‘Body and Sole’ to kick start your new Summer look. Better still, have a go at our quiz and win a Mavala manicure at ‘Body and Sole’. To enter the prize draw submit your answers to Amber Valley Voice at info@ambervalleyvoice.co.uk by 1st May 2013.

Entrants must be over 18 years old. Terms and conditions apply.

1) A manicure is a beauty treatment for: a) the feet b) the face c) the hands and nails 2) A wooden hoof stick – often used in manicures is made of what kind of wood? a) maple wood b) apple wood c) orange wood

3) What does “manus” mean? a) arm b) finger c) hand 4) What does “cura” mean? a) cure b) care c) Washing the hands

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5) It is commonly thought that the first manicures began in India, but how long ago? a) 100years ago b) 500 years ago c) 5,000 years ago 6) The word “manicure” comes from which language? a) Latin b) French c) German

Standard Mavala Manicure Hand soak, cuticle tidy, file and paint with a colour of your choice for just £12.00 (saving of over £5) Quote ‘Amber Valley Voice’ upon booking and bring this magazine to redeem. Offers valid until 20th May 2013

Spring into Spring Mavala revive facial with Hand OR Foot paint and file and Brow tidy £30 (saving of over £8)

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Welcome to Amber Valley Voice Hello & welcome to the all new Amber Valley Voice— Alfreton & Villages edition. Although we have been delivering to some of this area for over a year now, we decided to split the current Alfreton & Broadmeadows magazine and make this magazine purely about Alfreton & the surrounding villages.

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With this in mind, we started the theme with the front cover. This photo was submitted by a local photographer and you can find out more information about him if you visit ….www.alecmalbonphotography.com. Everybody knows where this is don’t they!!

Also, on page 2, we have a wonderful local beautician who we have teamed up with to offer a fantastic manicure this month. All you need to do is complete the quiz and send the answers to me in an e-mail and the first name out of the hat will WIN this fabulous prize. As if this wasn’t enough, we also have a voucher submitted by Alfreton Hall for Afternoon tea...see page 12 for this offer. It really shouldn't be missed.

We also have a new out & about diary which is purely for this area, if you would like to add to this, drop Carla an e-mail on the address below and a we also have a wonderful local walk with proceeds going to St Martins Church...see page 6. Please keep the local information coming through.

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Printed by Newman Thomson and distributed to 3,500 homes in Alfreton and surrounding villages. Disclaimer: No responsibility is accepted by Amber Valley Voice for claims, errors or omissions made in advertisements appearing in this issue. All advertisers are accepted in good faith and we are not responsible for views expressed by contributor or other sources. Reproduction of the contents of this magazine is not permitted without the prior consent of the publisher.

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Peak District Walking Festival

Comprising more than 120 events this year the festival promises to be fantastic. From Friday 26th April to Sunday 12th May. For more information call 01538 3965511 or visit www.visitpeakdistrict.com/events/ PDWalkingFestival.aspx.

Birds Before Breakfast at Hardwick Hall

Run in conjunction with Derbyshire Countryside Services and led by an expert guide, Rise with the Lark and experience the beauty of Hardwick Park awakening to a new day. Includes a light breakfast. Sunday 5th May and Sunday 19th May, 4.30 am to 6am. Cost £12 - booking essential, call 01246 858400 for more information.

The Dodson and Horrell Chatsworth International Horse Trials

Book now for three exciting days combining equestrian sport with fun for all the family. In addition to world class competition there will be family entertainment and plenty of opportunities to shop. Between 10th to 12th May. Tickets from £9 Adult and £4.50 for Children. For more information visit www.chatsworth.org

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Bark in the Park

As part of National Pet Month there will be a special event to promote responsible pet ownership. There will a range of activities for all the family, furry or not. The PDSA will be doing doggy MOTs and there will be a sponsored dog walk. Sunday 28th April , 11:30am to 4.30pm at Shipley Country Park, Heanor. For more info call 01773 719961.

Farmers Markets in the Area

Ripley Market Place - 1st Saturday of the month, 9am to 3pm Matlock, Imperial Rooms - 3rd Saturday of the month, 9am to 1pm Belper Market Place - 2nd Saturday of the month, 8:30 am to 1pm Derby Market Place- 3rd Thursday of the month, 9am to 3pm

Mad Monk - Extreme Obstacle Race

Take part in a 5k or 10k extreme obstacle course and raise money for Sight Support. Taking part at Darley Park on 5th May all we ask is that you pay a registration fee of ÂŁ15 and raise a minimum of ÂŁ150 in sponsorship. For more information please contact Debbie Haynes on 01332 287008 or email debbie.haynes@sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk or visit our website www.sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk

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Family Walk

Sunday 12th May 2013 Beginning at St Martins of Tour’s Parish Church, Church Street, Alfreton The walk will pass over the fields to Oakerthorpe (with a break en-route at the Peacock for lunch) Estimated duration is 2-3 hours  Nature Trail activity for children  Strong shoes/walking boots and a waterproof are advised  Bring your own refreshments £2 per adult (all children must be accompanied by and adult

All proceeds to St Martin of Tours church, clock and bells restoration fund Call 07779 429156 for further details

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Whirl Word Instructions: Spring has sprung but with April comes showers so why not hide away from the inclement weather and sit down with a cup of tea and this seasonal Whirl Word.

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8 This month we have a slightly strenuous but very rewarding walk from Ogston reservoir up into the local hills for some fantastic views. As usual there are lots of opportunities to let your dog off the lead but there are some small stretches of road to walk along so take good care. We always want to hear your favourite local walks so please drop us a line. You don’t need to have a map or even a detailed description, just let us know roughly where you go and you may see it featured in the magazine soon. Email at info@ambervalleyvoice.co.uk or by calling Emily on 01773 604178 or 07891 639638.

7 mile walk From Ogston Reservoir by Ravensnest Wood This is a tough but attractive walk for you and your dog with some fantastic views. The route will take around 2 1/2 to 3 hours. There are some steep climbs and descents and the terrain can be muddy and uneven so a good pair of boots are essential.

1. Park in the free car park off Ogston New Road, near Ogston Sailing Club. Exit the car park and turn right walking a short way up the road before taking a left as the road bends off to the right.

2. AS this road bends off to the left take the public bridleway on your right. After a short way take the clearly signposted stile on your left and follow the path up the side of the field and around to the left.

3. Pass through a metal gate and turn right, walking up the farm track up to and through a farm. Carry straight on, heading for a stone stile and keep ahead.

4. At the end of the field pass through a stone gap on your left and follow the path around the outside of the field. Head down towards a stile and cross a bridge over a small stream.

5. Carry straight ahead uphill on the path alongside the field. At the top of the field pass through two sets of gates and take the path on the right walking up der Reaffer the field with the hedge on your right.

O 6. At the road Turn left and after 10 meters take a footpath stile over s stone stile.

Walk up the side of a field and cross a stile into a small wood, following the steep path up the side.

7. Cross a stile into a field and keep straight on with the fence on your right. At end cross a stile and continue along a farm driveway to the road.

8. At the road turn left. After 30 meters take with every purchase of a steep signposted path on your right. At a Millers Complete Dog Food signpost take the path on right and follow with this coupon the path as it winds through the nature area, until it meets a car park.

9. Walk right through the car park and turn right onto cold harbour road. Follow the road to T junction and turn right onto the B6014. walk on past the farm on your left and take a signposted path through a gate.

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9. Walk Across the field, making for a gap in the hedge. Carry on the path across another field and cross a stile in the corner. Walk along the farm track until you reach a signpost on your right. Cross the stile and turn left walking along the path , entering a wood via a stile..

10. Follow the path as it passes through the wood and then exits. Carry on alongside the wood keeping your eye out for a gate on your right. Enter the wood and walk down the steep, stepped path. After exiting the wood head for a gate ahead of you and follow the path that takes you past a house.

11. As it reaches the long driveway turn left onto path marked by posts. Cross a small bridge and turn right onto a road. Carry on along the road until you reach the Miners Arms. Turn right onto another road and then take a left onto Brown Lane.

12. At the End of Brown Lane cross straight over at the T-junction onto the bridleway. At the end of the bridleway take the metal gate on your left and walk on with the wall/hedge on your right. Cross a stile to enter a wood.

13. After exiting the wood follow the path alongside the fields until you meet the B6014. Turn left and cross the road before taking Quarry Lane on the right. This will bring you back to the road you began on, which you can follow back to the car park.

This walk is for illustrative purposes only. The Amber Valley Voice takes no responsibility for anyone who chooses to follow this route and encourages all walkers to obey all byelaws and signs and to respect the area they are walking in, ensuring they pick up all dog mess and obey the countryside code at all times.

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Out and About

A daily guide to some of the local clubs and groups in your area Monday

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Baby Massage - The Hub, Shiners Way, South Normanton, DE55 2AA - 2pm - 3pm.

Ages birth - 4 months. Contact the children’s centre on 01629 533735 for information on the next course.

Top Tots - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA. 1.30pm - 3pm. Fun play session with arts, crafts and song time aimed at children ages 1-3 years. Contact - 01629 533066

South Normanton Striders (intermediate jogging group) - meet at 6.30pm at Frederick Gent School. Call Rob on 07962 308933 (www.activederbyshire.co.uk/jog/)

Weighing Clinic - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA. 1pm - 2.30pm. Come and have your baby weighed and see someone from the health team. Contact - 01629 533066

Tuesday Little Ones Group - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA 1.30pm - 3pm - Contact - 01629 533066

Wednesday Alfreton Nursery School and Children’s Centre, Parent & Toddler Drop in Session Alfreton Nursery School, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - Term time - 9am - 10am - Contact Angela Stanton : 01773 520031 Watchorn Tots Parent and Toddler Group Watchorn Church, Derby Road, Alfreton.

Term time - 10am - 11.30am Contact Judith 01773 526012 Crafty Crew - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - 1.30pm 3pm - Messy and creative play activities.

Contact - 01629 533066 PEEP 2/3’s - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - 9.30am 11am (term time only) Supports mums, dads and carers to create the best start for their children by making the most of everyday learning. Contact 01629 533066 In-betweenies - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA - 1.30 3pm. Group for children with mums, dads and carers up to the age of 25. Contact 01629 533066

Cypress Parent Support Group - The Hub, Shiners Way, South Normanton, DE55 2AA. 10am - 11.30am. (3rd Thursday of every month) A support group for parents and carers of children and young people with additional need and/or Disabilities. Contact - 01629 533735.

Breastfeeding Group - The Hub, Shiners Way, South Normanton, DE55 2AA. 1.30pm - 3pm. Make new friends, share tips and discuss any issues you may have.

Contact - 01629 533735.

Friday Alfreton Nursery School and Children’s Centre, Parent & Toddler Drop in Session. Alfreton Nursery School, Grange Street, Alfreton., DE55 7JA - Term time 1.30pm - 2.30pm. Contact Angela Stanton 01773 520031 Childminding Network - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA. 9.30am - 11.30am. A chance for local childminder’s to meet. Contact 01629 533066 Tiddlers and Toddlers Group - Alfreton Children’s Centre, Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA. 12.30pm - 2.30pm. Run by parents and open to all. Contact - 01629 533066

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11 Saturday A.D.A.S.C Football Club - various training sessions for 5 - 16 year olds. Availability for 5 year olds to start training next season and 6 & 7 years olds required for the summer league. Contact Barry on 01773 836017

Sunday Greenwood Archery - Meet at Swanwick Pentrich Road Football Club on Highfield Road at 10am. Call Simone on 01773 602605 for more details.

Other Guiding offers opportunities in the following sections: Rainbows age 5-7yrs Brownies aged 7-10yrs Guides aged 10-14yrs Adult Leaders 18yrs + Senior Section aged 14-25yrs If you or your daughter would like to know more about Joining visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/interested or call 0800 1 69 59 01

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO INCLUDE YOUR NON-PROFIT MAKING GROUP IN FUTURE EDITIONS, PLEASE E-MAIL carla@ambervalleyvoice.co.uk Please note that some of the groups listed incur a small charge and we would always recommend that you contact a group prior to attendance.

Alfreton Neighbourhood update Every neighbourhood in Derbyshire has a dedicated Safer Neighbourhood policing team, who are committed to helping make your area a safer, cleaner and a more pleasant place to live.

Alfreton is covered by the Alfreton Town Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team, which includes PC Sharon Evans, PCSO Simon Childs, PCSO Tracey Barks, PCSO Chris Hart and PCSO Paul Hubber. Oakerthorpe and South Wingfield are covered by PCSO Donna Walker and PCSO Tracey Barks. Higham comes under the North Wingfield, Pilsley, Stonebroom and Shirland team, and PCSO Gary Green is the dedicated officer for the area.

If you see your team out and about you may notice that the uniforms have changed. Following a consultation with officers across the county, operational officers now wear more practical shirts to better suit today’s policing needs. Police Officers now wear black shirts and Police Community Support Officers now wear blue shirts.

If you see one of your local officers on patrol in your neighbourhood please don’t hesitate to stop them and say hello, or if you have any concerns you can also contact your local team by calling 101, the non emergency number for Derbyshire police.

You can also check out the website www.derbyshire.police.uk for information about policing in your area, meeting dates and team priorities.

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An Idyllic Afternoon Tea for Two Luke, Laura & Me outside the Main Entrance.

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This month Carla and I popped along to Alfreton Hall to sample a Sparkling Afternoon The cakes were delightful too and I’m not Tea for two and we can’t recommend it highly ashamed to say that when I saw that Carla was struggling to finish all her cakes...I may have enough. helped her out somewhat!

We were greeted upon arrival by Laura and taken to our table and served with a delicious It certainly helps that the setting is so beautiful glass of bubbles. This allowed us a little time to and serene that it is a little haven away from the take in this beautifully renovated country house everyday chaos. So next time you are looking for somewhere to go for lunch, which feels like steeped in local history. you are tucked away in the heart of the peak When our tea was delivered (see picture below) district but is actually within 15 minutes of we were amazed when we received one each! It home, look no further than Alfreton Hall. was easy to tell that the sandwiches were It really is such a treat. freshly made and the presentation was exquisite. There were 6 sandwich selections for Just remember to phone in advance each person; and make that  Scottish smoked salmon & caper may- booking because onnaise this best kept  Traditional roast ham secret is now  Free range chicken with celery & out!! almond Carla enjoying afternoon tea

Open Tuesday to Thursday 11.30am to 4.30pm

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Your April accounting questions answered This month our friendly neighbourhood accountant, James, has a couple of FAQ’s for you to consider…...

Q. I have put my business up for sale. I am self-employed and not VAT registered, but the proceeds from the business sale will take me over the VAT threshold. Do I have to register for VAT and charge VAT on the sale of the business?

A. If you sell the business assets and goodwill together, so that the purchaser can pick up where you stop and carry on the business, it will be treated as being a transfer of a going concern and outside the scope of VAT. So you don't have to charge VAT on the business sale or register for VAT. More information about transferring a business as a 'going concern' is given in the VAT leaflet no.

700/9: Transfer of a business as a going concern.

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first £55 per week of vouchers will be tax and NI free. If both parents work for the company they can each get £55 worth of child care vouchers per week. However, if you pay tax at 40%, you can only receive £28 per week of vouchers tax fee. Those that pay tax at the new highest rate of 45% (from 6 April 2013) can only receive up to £25 per week of tax free vouchers.

The company must offer childcare vouchers to all it's employees who work at the same site, it cannot exclude any employees, but employees can opt out.

However, only parents with children aged under 16 can qualify for childcare vouchers. There are a number of other rules which are set out in the HMRC booklet E18: How you can help your employees with childcare.

Q. Our son is now old enough to attend nursery. Can my company, as my employer, help out with the nursery fees?

A. Your company can provide you with childcare vouchers to be redeemed at registered child care providers, and the Do forget you have mention a tax question that you would likewhen answered?

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Supporting Success in Business in the Amber Valley Have you ever thought of joining a Business Club but have been put off by the formality and pressure that characterise so many of these institutions? The Think Business Group might just be the kind of Club you’ve been looking for!

It’s a little different from other groups, in that it’s not limited by rigid protocol, although it offers the same opportunities to link up with colleagues with a variety of different interests. The Think Business Group, with its fortnightly breakfast meetings, is more relaxed and adaptable to your needs and style.

There’s every opportunity for productive networking at meetings as well as great respect for individual enterprise; members offer one another unlimited encouragement

If you want to get ahead in business join this friendly, proactive Group which is focused on promoting you - and your success

and support while every effort is made to promote one another’s interests.

The Think Business Group benefits from co-operation rather than competition and is driven by a commitment to promoting success in business. It offers a warm welcome to new members, so why not give it a try?

You would be very welcome to attend the special Open Meeting to be held from 7.30am until 9am at Leabrooks Gallery on 30th April, 2013. If you would like to be there please call John on 01773 60296.

Find out more from: www.thinkbusinessgroup.co.uk

Supporting Success in Business in the Amber Valley

Breakfast meetings, 7.30am until 9am, are held twice monthly, (this month 14th and 28th May) at Chapman and Chubb’s offices, Shane House, 157 Nottingham Road, Somercotes, Derbyshire DE55 4JH For more details and to find out how to join access:

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