Voice Magazines - Selston, Pinxton, Jacksdale & Westwood Edition - June 2020

SELSTON, PINXTON, JACKSDALE & WESTWOOD

JUNE ‘20

Shouting about businesses in the heart of your community

See our NEW Sections Other Services

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Food & Retail

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Pets pg21 Kids & Families pg27 Health & Beauty

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Home pg31 Garden pg39

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Personal Injury

A list of expenses you can claim back Our friendly local solicitors want to listen to your story and help you get compensation to cover your immediate losses and to plan for what you might need in the future.

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Medical appointments, including mileage travelled and car parking fees Private medical treatment or therapy appointments and costs Lost earnings from days you physically couldn’t work or had to take time off to attend appointments Prescription charges or costs for over the counter medications Insurance excess fees or car hire charges (road accident claims only) Repair or replacement charges for anything damaged in the accident Number of hours your family or carer provided you with physical care (bathing, dressing, preparing meals) Number of hours your family or carer provided you with domestic assistance (housework, shopping, childcare)

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Cancelled holidays or trips Special dietary costs Any alterations to your transportation to accommodate for your injuries Any alterations to your home to accommodate for your injuries

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Mansfield, Sutton, Kirkby & Nottingham

From the Editor Thank you so much for taking heed and providing us with your lovely feedback regarding the April editions that went out mid-May. Truth be told, it has been an absolutely awful time for most people whether you have, or someone you know/love has contracted the virus, you are still in isolation at home, you’ve lost your job or you are struggling to keep the wheels on your business and *personal opinion/conjecture* -

us. This is our plan based on the current situation but as we all know…. it is subject to change depending on how everything develops.

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WE’VE CHANGED THE LAYOUT! Since the index was lost many years ago, I appreciate that it can sometimes be difficult to find who you need within the magazines. So, we’ve sectioned it up into 8 core sections which should make it easier to find people. Please, do feedback on this and I hope you like it as much as we do.

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Delivery of the magazine is being undertaken with gloves currently. They are handled by as few people as possible and only whilst wearing gloves. All flyers are quarantined for at least 3 days prior to delivery. The protection of our distributors and readers is of the utmost importance to us.

WE ARE NOT OUT OF THE WOODS YET. So thank you so much for doing all you can to help support our businesses, communities etc – it is appreciated during these difficult and stressful times.

A couple of updates as I haven’t spoken with you all in ages!

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We had a couple of competitions on the go when we were rudely interrupted by Coronavirus.

Just to let you know, the Wheelgate/Twinlakes competition will be drawn and the winner will be notified but we just need to talk with the establishment once they re-open again to confirm arrangements. We were also in the process of releasing our best (again, in my opinion!) competition ever, of tickets to the Y Not Festival. However, as I’m sure you are all aware, this has been cancelled this year but we are all hopeful that we can bring this great prize to you next year.

Our delivery schedule has gone to pot!!! We will work back to being able to deliver at the beginning of the month again but it’s going to take us a few months, so please bear with

I think that’s it for now and hopefully we’ll see you in 4 weeks’ time(ish!)

As is requisite of the new parlance “Stay Safe Everybody”

Emily x PS: Don’t forget to mention the ‘Voice’ when you use any of the companies in this magazine

Upcoming Submission Deadline for Advertisers & Contributors: July edition – 26th June August edition – 24th July

To advertise email info@voicemagazines.co.uk or call us on 01773 549 035 Printed by Image2Print and distributed to 5,000 homes in Selston, Pinxton, Jacksdale & Westwood homes. Disclaimer: No responsibility is accepted by Voice Magazines Limited 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 To advertise call Voice onNormanton, 01773Derbyshire.

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OTHER SERVICES

OTHER SERVICES

Other Services LEE ANDERSON MP

WILKINSON BROS LTD

Lee.anderson.MP@parliament.uk

Independent Family Funeral Directors

01623 550604

Est. 1952

A completely professional 24 hour service, covering all areas Private Chapel of Rest in peaceful surroundings

My name is Lee Anderson and I am your Member of Parliament. At the heart of everything I do in Westminster is Ashfield – contributions of mine in the House have reflected that, and I will continue to push for the constituency to receive the attention it needs.

We will provide you with a personal and sympathetic service, looking after all your needs and wishes

In Parliament I keep local issues at the heart of my work, prioritising a range of issues including: improving our high streets, increasing local mental health and social care provision and modernising infrastructure.

Pre-arranged Funeral Plans, tailored to your specific wishes, are available

I am extremely proud to represent the area I was born and bred in, it is a great honour to be elected as your MP and I will continue to serve all constituents no matter how they voted.

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We also remove small body work scratches.

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Curb Scuffs • Scraps & Chips • Professional Alloy Wheels Refurbishment • All Work Guaranteed • Refurb or Colour Change

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They were here last year and are returning again this year, what a sight for sore eyes they make, a group of FLAT GREEN LAWN BOWLERS known by the mythical name of the PHOENIX. Thanks to Ripley CVS, Grant funding was awarded to the Phoenix Bowls Club, by a panel of adjudicators, for 5 unemployed people to have the opportunity to join the Phoenix Bowls Club, with coaching provided absolutely free.

10 Church Hill, Old Blackwell, DE55 5HN

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These 5 places are open to any person in receipt of benefits over the age of 18. This grant allows The Phoenix Bowls Club to draw down a further 10 places if need be.

So apply now for one of these unique places before they have all gone.

The Committee welcome new players and are actively seeking them, from beginners to experienced league players, so come along and join our members.

The people of Somercotes can once again sit in the park on a hot balmy summer’s evening and watch and enjoy this great game that is open to all, young and old alike.

To join the Phoenix Bowls Club or find out more telephone 01773 438 077 or visit our website www.phoenixbowlsclub.co

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Professional Services

We can carry out your servicing stamp your service book with no detriment to your manufacturer warranty!

WE ALSO DO: MoT’s, SERVICING & REPAIRS on all makes and models including imports 4x4s & performance cars

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An independently owned company which offers a traditional and caring service with attention to detail.

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Draycotts Motor Company trading as Draycotts are a credit broker (not a lender) for the purposes of this financial promotion and can introduce you to a limited number of carefully selected finance providers and may receive a commission from them for the introduction.

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RIDDINGS PROVES POPULAR WITH LOCAL BUYERS

A great village location and stylish homes have proven to be a perfect combination for home buyers in the village of Riddings near Alfreton. National housebuilder Linden Homes has confirmed that it only has eight plots remaining at its development, The Riddings.

Andrew Handslip, Head of Sales for Linden Homes East Midlands said: “We’re not surprised by the overwhelming demand for our Riddings development.

“There is an excellent range of local amenities close by and homeowners at the development benefit from easy access to major cities, including Nottingham, Leicester, Derby and Sheffield.

“We’ve seen a mixture of purchasers from first-time buyers looking to take their first steps onto the property ladder, to young families attracted to this picturesque and peaceful setting.

“Alongside the success of the site, we are very proud to announce as part of Vistry Partnerships, we have achieved a five-star housebuilder status. 100% of our current residents at The Riddings say that they would recommend us to a friend or family member.”

Homes at The Riddings are available to purchase with Help to Buy.* The scheme has made home ownership more attainable by enabling buyers to purchase a home

with a 5% deposit and 75% mortgage. The remaining 20% of the purchase price is provided as an equity loan which is interest free for the first five years of home ownership.

The remaining 2 bedroom homes are offered fully carpeted and come with an upgraded kitchen with a fridge freezer, washing machine and dishwasher included.

Linden Homes’ Marketing Suites are now open for 1-2-1 appointments from Thursdays - Mondays, 10am-5pm. Appointment-only viewings are also available and will adhere to strict health and safety guidelines to ensure safety of all its staff and customers.

For more information about The Riddings, please call the sales team on 01773 730 678 or visit lindenhomes.co.uk

YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE OR OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT.

Credit is secured against your home. *Subject to status, Help to Buy Terms & Conditions and available on selected properties in England only. Eligible applicants will be offered an equity loan up to a maximum of 20% of the purchase price (based on the open market value). Applicants are required to fund at least 80% of the purchase price by means of a conventional mortgage, savings/deposit where required. The equity loan is provided by Homes England and held as a second charge. This offer is not available in conjunction with any other promotion. Full details will be provided on request. Prices and details correct at time of going to press. Computer generated image shows typical Linden homes The Riddings.

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DERBYSHIRE DE55 4BJ

National strength, locally delivered.

Last chance to buy at The Riddings

If you’re looking to buy your very first home, come and discover our beautiful 2 bedroom homes still available at The Riddings.

With homes from £146,995, and available with Help to Buy,* you could finally move onto the property ladder with Linden Homes.

We have just 6 homes remaining. Contact us today so you don’t miss the chance to move to The Riddings, perfectly located close to the beauty of the Peak District.

Book your 1-2-1 viewing today to make your next dream move.

Book your 1-2-1 viewing appointment today

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Marketing Suite open Thursday to Monday 10am – 5pm

2 & 3 bedroom homes from £146,995

01773 730 857

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YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE OR OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT. Credit is secured against your home. *Subject to status, Help to Buy Terms & Conditions and available on selected properties in England only. Eligible applicants will be offered an equity loan up to a maximum of 20% of the purchase price (based on the open market value). Applicants are required to fund at least 80% of the purchase price by means of a conventional mortgage, savings/deposit where required. The equity loan is provided by Homes England and held as a second charge. This offer is not available in conjunction with any other promotion. Full details will be provided on request. Photographs show typical Linden homes at The Riddings. Prices and details correct at time of going to press.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

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Independent Family Funeral Directors

Situated just 2 miles from J28

Easy & convenient access to the A38 & M1

We can tailor your business needs to meet your requirements

Offices to rent from as little as £240 per month with internet included

Large meeting room available from £15 per hour

Registered Postal address service from £18 per month

At Derrick Gent Funeral Directors we are passionate about ensuring your loved ones get the dignified send-off that they deserve.

Complete professional 24 hour service covering all areas

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Private chapel of rest in peaceful surroundings Personal & sympathetic service looking after all your needs & wishes Pre-arranged funeral plans tailored to your specific wishes are available

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TELEPHONE APPOINTMENTS NOW AVAILABLE As with all insurance policies, conditions and exclusions will apply.

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Typically we charge a fee of £399 for arrangement of your mortgage, however the actual fee will not exceed 1.5% of the mortgage amount. The fees may be waived subject to the terms of the fee waiver agreement.

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LEGAL ADVICE:

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Derrick Gent Funeral Directors of Pinxton

Are you a furloughed employee and worried you will be made redundant?

Q: I’ve been on furlough during the lockdown and my employer is now telling me they are making me redundant. Can they legally do that?

A: In theory yes.

Q: What is the redundancy process they have to follow?

A: Your employer has an obligation to meaningfully consult with you so you can expect to have at least one meeting depending on the circumstances to discuss the changes that they are planning and the reason why you are at risk of redundancy. At that meeting you will be able to ask how your employer will select people for redundancy and whether there are any ways that redundancies can be avoided – if you can think of any then you should raise this!

One of the best ways of protecting yourself in the redundancy process is to participate in it, don’t just sit on the side-line and listen.

At the end of the consultation process your employer will consider what has been discussed and notify you of their decision. You do have a right to appeal against their decision.

(N.B The process will be different if your employer is making more than 20 redundancies within a 90 day period).

Q: How much redundancy money will I be owed?

A: This depends on how old you are, how long you have worked for your employer and your basic earnings before tax. You will need to be an employee and have worked continuously for your employer for at least 2 years to be entitled to a redundancy payment. You may also be entitled to more than the Statutory amount if your contracts offers an enhanced redundancy package.

Q: How quickly will I get my redundancy payment?

A: There is no fixed period of time – usually it will be agreed between Employee and Employer but arguably should be on the date of the final salary payment.

Q: If I don’t think they are following the rules who do I go to for help?

A: You can contact a Solicitor, or ACAS for advice. If you are made redundant, you have a right of appeal, and if that is not upheld then you could make a claim in the Employment Tribunal.

But remember, the most effective advice you can take, to protect your job, is to engage in the process right at the start of the process - as opposed to when the decision has been made. Knowing how to play the system to protect you can often make a huge difference in whether you get selected for redundancy in the first place.

Hopkins Solicitors offer a thorough redundancy consultation appointment for a fixed fee of £220+VAT to ensure you understand your rights in what can be a difficult and upsetting process. This consultation can take place over the phone and you will be provided with a written advice letter confirming what was discussed. If you would like to enquire about making an appointment, please ring us on 01623 468468.

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Bereavement is a difficult process to go through.

At Mansfield Crematorium our dedicated team can provide you with the guidance and support you need when a loved one dies. We continually work hard to maintain a dignified and respectful atmosphere with surroundings that reflect our reputation for care and quality in all that we do.

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Large Gardens of Remembrance

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Options of extended service times

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Newstead Chapel – seating 60 mourners plus additional standing room

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Range of service prices and options

Thoresby Chapel – seating 150 mourners plus additional standing room

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Saturday morning office & service availability

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Tuesday & Thursday evening - later opening until 6pm

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Tranquil setting

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Office/reception on site

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Grounds & building open 365 days a year

Service chapels can also be used for memorial services or services before burial/cremation elsewhere.

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Friendly staff – always willing to help & advise

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120 car parking spaces

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Disabled access

Book of Remembrance/Digital Book of Remembrance on site

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Baby changing facilities

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Toilet facilities including disabled toilets

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Floral Hall

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Digital visual display screens to personalise your service (Thoresby Chapel)

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

A fitting tribute to your loved one

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Food & Retail DKJ Ltd

Sawmills Garage

• Tyres • Diagnostics • 24 hour Recovery • Welding • 4x4’s, Vans, Cars • 24 hour Servicing • Diesel Particulate Filter Maintainance unblocking • Engine & Gearbox Repairs • Air Con Re-gas 37 Ripley Road, Sawmills, Nr Belper, DE56 2JQ 01773 689 072 or 07971 530 069

DKJ LTD DOORSTEP MILK DELIVERIES ARE EXPANDING

Now Delivering bottled milk to Ripley as well as Alfreton, Swanwick, Somercotes, Selston, Belper, Crich, Lea Holloway, Fitchley, Nether Heage & Heage

OR WHY NOT CALL IN AND COLLECT YOUR BOTTLED MILK

‘FAMILY RUN BUSINESS’

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LUXURY AFTERNOON TEA FROM

FOOD & RETAIL

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for What an amazing treat m the Voice Magazine Tea

THE HEADSTOCKS

THE HEADSTOCKS TEAROOM & TAKEAWAY

TEAROOM & TAKEAWAY

ometimes we get an offer so good we can’t say anything other than “Yes Please!”

So, when Claire from the headstocks Tearooms and Takeaway offered to give us a preview of their new takeaway Luxury Afternoon Tea delivered to our office, we snapped her hand off.

Delivery available within 2 miles (minimum £12 spend) Fresh prepared and cooked daily for the ultimate taste perfection. Weather you are after a coffee and cake pick me up or breakfast cob, there is sure to be something on our menu to take your fancy

The food was amazing and as you can see for yourself the food looked truly amazing.

With all the Voice team eagerly awaiting to indulge for our special lunchtime treat our food arrived at a scheduled time, in lovely cardboard boxes that were jam packed with so many delights including: • Sandwiches • Beef and horseradish with fresh rocket sandwiches • Fresh salmon & cream cheese with delicate slices of cucumber • Creamy Brie & plump green grapes • Fresh Free-range egg mayonnaise • white and brown finger sandwiches with the crust cut off., each sandwich was packed with ample amounts of filling • Sausage rolls, Homemade quiche, individual pork pies, creamy Coleslaw, • Hand cooked crisps

The team also manage to find the extra room for deserts, how could we resist such scrummy looking sweet treats, including: • Divine Oreo chocolate Cup Cakes, filled with chocolate butter cream, topped with an Oreo biscuit • Large homemade traditional Scones, Strawberry seeded Jam, Rodda’s Clotted Cream • Fresh Summer Fruits grapes, raspberries, strawberries This was accompanied with induvial mini bottles of Canti Prosecco (which I might add we didn’t drink, as we all had to get back to work in the afternoon he he he) The whole team really enjoyed this truly scrumptious luxury afternoon tea, thank you to Headstocks Tearooms for this lovely treat.

To order Afternoon Tea Headstock require 48hrs notice • Luxury Afternoon tea for two – £32.00 • Afternoon Tea for Two – £22.00 – (sandwiches – ham, beef, tuna, egg)

HOT COBS • Bacon Cob £2.50 • Sausage Cob £2.50 • Fried Egg Cob £2.50 Extras Bacon, Sausage Mushroom, Hash Browns, Beans, Tomatoes, Egg, Toast £0.50 Each Breakfast Specials Breakfast cob 2 Bacon,2 Sausages, Egg, Beans, Tomatoes,Mushrooms, Hash Brown £5.00 COLD COBS • Egg Mayo • Cheese • Ham • Beef • Chicken Tikka • Tuna Mayo • BLT

£2.50 £2.50 £2.50 £2.50 £3.20 £2.80 £2.50

SALAD BOXES Lettuce, Tomato, Cucumber, Onion, Beetroot, Boiled Egg, Coleslaw, £2.40 Extras Ham, Cheese, Beef, Chicken Tikka, Tuna Mayo £1.00 Each JACKET POTATOES Plain or Buttered Fillings – • Cheese • Beans • Coleslaw • Chicken Tikka • Tuna Mayo

£4.40 £0.60 £0.60 £0.60 £1.00 £1.00

PANINI • Cheese £4.00 • Cheese & tomato £4.50 • Cheese & Onion £4.50 • Cheese & Beans £4.50 • Cheese & Ham £5.00 • Bacon & Cheese £5.00 • Chicken Tikka £5.00 • Brie & Cranberry Panini £5.00 Comes with salad, homemade coleslaw and crisps

CHOCOLATES & CAKES • Assorted Chocolate Bars £0.80 • Chocolate or lemon Victoria Muffin £1.50 • Various Cupcakes £2.00 • Scones, Jam & Clotted Cream £2.95 • Flapjacks £1.25 • Millionaire Slice £1.25 • Crisps £0.80 • Brownie & Ice Cream Box £3.00 REFRESHMENTS • Tea • Barista Flat white • Barista Cappuccino • Barista Latte • Cold cans • Water • Energy Drinks • Iced Coffee • Various Frappe • Various Freakshakes

£1.20 £2.20 £2.70 £2.70 £0.95 £0.95 £1.70 £3.20 £3.20 £4.95

• Childs afternoon – Available on request £5.00 Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, is available upon request Prosecco can be replaced with a non-alcoholic alternative

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Do you know a hero?

I wish we could produce a magazine just thanking everyone one of you. There are not the words to express our gratitude fully except to say you are the best of us.

During the Coronavirus pandemic there have been many people who have done amazing things to help others. From the front-line NHS staff and care workers, through the key workers who kept us safe, the shelves stocked and the bins collected to the people who, through small acts of kindness helped those who were vulnerable and maybe alone with shopping trips and other bits of help.

To continue to show our gratitude we would like to bring our readers a regular section in our magazine highlighting local people who go above and beyond to help others, especially during this difficult time.

So here is our first ‘Local Super Heroes’, introduced by our Danielle, who herself is an absolute star!

If you know a Local Hero and I’m sure you do! PLEASE SEND US AN EMAIL OR GIVES US A CALL! We would love to tell everyone about them so they can inspire others! Tel: 01773 549 035

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Local Super Heroes Emma and Beth at Selston Sarnies After I was placed on furlough at Voice Magazines back in March 2020, because of the coronavirus pandemic, I w a n t e d to do something to help the community.

Then I saw a post on Facebook from Emma Olden who owns Selston sarnies looking for people to help with delivering food for the NHS & people within the local community that are vulnerable and struggling to get a meal.

Emma had decided she was going to make it her mission to support as many people in the local area and those working for the NHS as she could. She set up a webpage where members of the public could donate money so she could feed NHS workers free of charge. She wanted to make sure that, after working long shifts during the coronavirus pandemic, there would be food waiting for the amazing staff on their breaks. This included some departments in Ripley, Kingsmill, Nottingham QMC & Nottingham City hospitals. She also provided meals to any worker of the NHS or emergency service that came to the shop with NHS ID cards or Blue badges.

Not only that Emma has also set up a food bank outside her shop for people who are struggling, lots of local people have supported this, businesses, shops have donated food to help people in need.

Emma’s biggest support has been from Beth Colclough, six days a week Beth has been helping and supporting Emma, with the preparation of the meals, for both feeding the NHS and the vulnerable. Beth has given up her time and has been volunteering for Emma at Selston Sarnies since the beginning of the lockdown and is still volunteering to this current day.

How I could I resist not to help this local super hero, I contacted Emma, and before long I was doing daily deliveries to Ripley Hospital, Kingsmill, and delivering in the community.

During my time volunteering at Selston sarnies I’ve met some amazing people within the community that could not thank Emma, Beth and the whole of the Selston Sarnies enough.

Emma and Beth are both truly amazing ladies I nominate them both as our local heroes for everything they have done to support the local community and NHS, I couldn’t have chosen a better team to be apart of.

Thank you Danielle Briggs Voice Magazines

Emma has had lots of support from lots of local people, suppling extra food, offering support for deliveries, peeling veg, doing the shopping for the shop,

If you know a Local Hero and I’m sure you do!

PLEASE SEND US AN EMAIL OR GIVES US A CALL! We would love to tell everyone about them so they can inspire others! Tel: 01773 549 035 To advertise please call Voice Team on 01773 549 035

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FOOD & RETAIL

FOOD & RETAIL

Local Super Heroes

Pets

Big Daddy Burger One thing most of us have been able to enjoy recently is a BBQ. So with plenty of Summer left why not try out this fab burger Serves: 4

Ready in: 25 minutes

Syns per serving: 6½

Method: 1. Preheat your grill to high.

Ingredients:

2. Put the onion, garlic, beef and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl, season lightly and combine using your fingers. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape them into burgers.

3. Spray the burgers with low-calorie cooking spray and grill for 1012 minutes or until cooked through, turning halfway.

4. Meanwhile, spray a non-stick frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat. Add the eggs and fry to your liking.

5. Split and toast the rolls, then fill with the tomato, lettuce, red onion, burgers and ketchup. Top with the eggs, season lightly and hold it all in place with a cocktail stick if needed.

6. Serve hot with Slimming World chips and salad

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped • 4 garlic cloves, crushed • 1kg lean beef mince (5% fat or less) • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce • Low-calorie cooking spray • 4 x 60g wholemeal rolls • 4 eggs • Sliced tomato, lettuce leaves and sliced red onion, to serve • 4 level tbsp reduced-salt-andsugar tomato ketchup

At Purple Dog we only sell products that we believe in and would use ourselves.

That’s why we only stock high quality food & accessories that help you get active with your dogs.

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Continue along this footpath keeping a lake on your right. Continue until crossing over a wooden footbridge and then turn right to continue along a single track tarmac road keeping the lake on your right.

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A longer walk for you and your dog, which should take around 2½-3 hours to complete. Although it’s most on paths and tracks there is a range of terrain, which can be muddy and uneven, so make sure you wear appropriate footwear.

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Their scent is amazing indoors. When deadheading roses take back to a leaf below to encourage more flowers.

Remove old foliage from daffs now. Lift and store tulip bulbs if you want to keep them.

Leave the foliage on when you lift then keep them warm and dry and they might give you another year or two – in fact some are being specially bred to do this now.

Pinch out tips of fuchsias and bedding plants to make them bushy and produce more plants Tie in stems of climbing and rambling roses as horizontally as possible. This will encourage more flowers.

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Part of the argument for ‘rewilding’ is the need to reinstate broken ecological systems and especially what we call ‘trophic levels’.

In reality this means encouraging or even reintroducing some of the predators and similar species ‘lost’ from the food-chain Common Buzzard through pesticides, habitat loss, and persecution. Here we are talking of the birds of prey like peregrine falcons, common buzzards, red kites, and the rest, and mammals such as polecats and pine martens. Many species have been lost over the last two hundred years or so, but remarkably there is a quiet revolution going on and in many places the Peak District is ‘self-rewilding’! It may be necessary to actually bring back and release some lost species but a surprising number have arrived by their own efforts. I was out at Chatsworth recently and in a single five-minute spell saw a pair of buzzards very close by, a peregrine stooping overhead, a raven cronking loudly amongst the great oak-trees, and then an osprey heading northwards along the line of the River Derwent. This was all quite remarkable, but then on another weekend day, this time at Froggatt, I had buzzards overhead, a peregrine go through, and ravens doing victory rolls over the Edge. Then a kestrel flew into the woodland with a sparrowhawk not far behind.

Amongst the carnivorous mammals the otter is back, and so is the polecat, and in fact, the pine marten never went away – we have a small relict population. So in that case, we really need to better conserve what we have than reintroduce the species. Sometimes, as was the situation with red kites in mid-Wales for Sky Dancing example, some fresh blood may need

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The last British kites were reduced to fewer than twenty birds and then a solitary German female was introduced.

Within just a few years her Garden Sparrowhawk genes were in every Welsh-born kite and the numbers leapt into the seventies and beyond.

Maybe that is the answer for the pine martens; along with better protection (of course).

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However, this revolution is happening all across the area and into back-gardens too as sparrowhawks in particular are on the up. Of course, this is not welcomed by everyone as these birds will take blue tits and other smaller birds from the garden and especially from the bird-table. But then, even birds of prey have to eat and nature is red in tooth and claw! Increasingly, sparrowhawks are finding our garden bird-tables and bird-feeders to provide very easy pickings. Furthermore, once the local hawks have ‘cased the joint’ then they seem to plan effective strategies to get the best results.

Male sparrowhawks being relatively diminutive concentrate on the smaller song-birds, Common Buzzard whilst the females, bigger and heavier, target anything from a blackbird to a woodpigeon. Tactics then vary from a surprise hop over a fence or hedge to sitting stock still next the bird-feeder to pounce on unsuspecting prey.

Do let me know what visits your garden!spray their feathers with stinging formic acid, which appears to both control feather parasites and be an enjoyable experience too!

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