Voice Magazines - Alfreton & Villages Edition - January 2021

VOICE JANUARY ‘21

ALFRETON, TIBSHELF, SOUTH WINGFIELD, SHIRLAND, CRICH, STONEBROOM, HIGHAM, WESSINGTON & WESTHOUSES

See our Sections Other Services VOICE

pg4

VOICE Professional Services

pg7

VOICE Health & Beauty pg20 VOICE Food & Retail

pg21

Pets pg30 VOICE Kids & Families pg31 VOICE Home VOICE

Welcome to 2021 Brew Mond 18th Janua

pg34

Garden pg50 VOICE

Voice in the Community Shouting about businesses in the heart of your community

www.VOICEMAGAZINES.co.uk

ry

ay

ROOFING We are a small family business who offer many roofing related services Friendly and professional team with 35 years of experience Please call us for a free quotation

0800 02 888 28 01773 848477

www.countymcandrewsroofing.co.uk

➤ Fascia & Soffits Replacements

➤ Vast Range Of Colours & Styles ➤ Dry Verge-Covers

➤ Shiplap Cladding ➤ Concrete Gutter Replacements

➤ All Maintenance Work Undertaken

FASCIAS-SOFFITS-GUTTERING-SPECIALIST Tel: 01773 848340 info@familiarfascias.co.uk | www.familiarfascias.co.uk

From the Editor Yesss, we made it to 2021! Although I suspect many of us are battle scarred from 2020.

As I write (pre-Christmas), it’s all feeling very uncertain again in terms of who to have round for Christmas dinner, numbers going up, we’re still in tier 3, what it means for January, will there be another lock-down, what impact will Brexit have and many more questions. However, if there is one thing we have learnt this year it’s how resilient we can be. When it comes to it, we get on with it and make the best of it.

Now I’m not saying that it is necessarily going to be fantastically better than 2020 but we have a vaccine and therefore we have hope, which many of us felt bereft of last year!

So, with that in mind, I’ve taken all my plans for 2020 that weren’t realised, re-assessed them and rolled forward those which remained!

If nothing else, 2020 really has made us take stock of the important things and for that alone, I will be grateful.

With that in mind, we thought that Brew Monday is a fantastic initiative that the Samaritans are raising awareness of. It will kick off on 18 January, the third Monday in January, which is usually known as ‘Blue Monday’ and the idea is the Samaritans are turning this day on its head and into something positive by encouraging people to get together over a warming virtual cuppa.

Christmas was a disappointment for many us not being able to get together and January can be a very difficult month for so many. So, reach out to a friend, family member or colleague for

a virtual cuppa and a chat. It doesn’t have to be a Monday or a cup of tea, just taking time to really listen to another person could help them work through what’s on their mind. ​

Because now more than ever, sharing a cuppa is more than a drink – it’s about reaching out, checking in and staying connected.

In other news, I am ridiculously hopeful that this is the year that we can bring you your events and clubs/community info back…..fingers crossed and we’re looking forward to it!

You may also notice a little minor facelift on the front cover; our logo! It’s good to freshen things up sometimes, as you know we’re always looking to bring new things to your Voice Magazines. Fingers crossed that this year is the year of the website – I get nagged daily and I can feel it in my water…..it’s been in the pipeline since 2018 and this is the year…..I can feel it!!!!

Happy New Year!

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

Upcoming Submission Deadline for Advertisers & Contributors: February edition – 11th January March edition – 8th February

To advertise email info@voicemagazines.co.uk or call us on 01773 549 035 Printed by Newman Thomson Ltd and distributed to 6,500 homes in Alfreton and surrounding villages. 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 please call Limited, 01773 549 035 3 Voice Magazines 81 High Street, South Normanton, Derbyshire. DE55 2BP. Registered in England & Wales No: 10550557 consent of the publisher.

Othiecres Serv Alfreton & Somercotes Electoral Division

Councillor Steve Marshall-Clarke Due to the Covid restrictions I am unable to hold my usual Members Surgery but I’m always available via email:

A LOVELY MESSAGE FROM TERRY AND THE ALFRETON RAMBLERS CLUB “Would like to thank Emily and staff at The Voice for publishing most of our walks for a few years now. We have gained several new members who had seen our walks advertised for us.

2020 has been different and difficult due to Covid Restrictions so we had to cancel all our walks.

Emily said hopefully if things get back to some normality she will spread the word for us again next year, so Watch This Space.

Thanks again to Emily and her staff.”

Thanks Terry and ADR, we can’t wait to get back to supporting local clubs and groups asap!

Over 30 years experience

All types of body work Alloy wheels refurb

Service and repairs

Call us for a quote on

T: 01773 521428 • M: 07963 507662 Unit 1, Wood Street Nth, Meadow Lane Ind. Est., Alfreton, Derbys

Tel: 07969 144 909

E: steve.marshall-clarke@derbyshire. gov.uk

Draycotts Kia YEAR WARRANTY

QUALITY REDEFINED

Mansfield Road, Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 4HH • 01623510777 www.draycotts.net

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.

4

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

OTHER SERVICES

Alfreton & District Heritage Trust

Planting Trees Our centre in the Cemetery Chapel in Rodgers Lane Alfreton has been open since July 3rd 1993. The Chapel, built by Alfreton Burial Board in 1891, is substantially in its original form. The centre houses an extensive collection of local artefacts, documents and photographs and is open on Sundays from 2pm to 4pm and at other times by appointment .........Then along came Covid19 and we along with many other local organisations had to close our doors whilst continuing our fb presence with our own and sister site Alfreton Past and Present Memories.

What then do you do? Well we decided that rather than dwell on the past we’d do something positive for the future and plant some trees!

An ideal site was available, 5.4 acres of land off Flowery Leys Lane, which following a fight by the local community, which began in 2012 and ended in 2016. was saved from building and preserved as a wildlife area. The land was duly registered as a Town Green and it’s future was secured when Alfreton Town Council agreed to take over the ownership to ensure that if be safeguarded for the people of the town. It was opened in 2018 by Cllr John Walker as Centenary Green to remember the men of

Alfreton who gave their lives in the Great War. Working with Alfreton Town Council our first phase of around 90 trees was completed on Centenary Green in March and more recently over 100 trees, donated by the Woodland Trust, have also been planted. You might say we’ve joined the big climate fightback, well we haven’t finished yet, we have over 150 trees coming in March, again donated by the Woodland Trust, and we hope by then more people can become involved in the planting.

Handy with a spade? Just want to poddle about? Please get in touch if you can help in any way. Either by contacting me, John Rayson, by e.mail ajrayson@outlook.com: On the Heritage fb page or via the “Friends of Centenary Green, Alfreton” fb page.

Well was it fun planting those trees? Honestly yes! 100 plus holes dug, 16 bags of topsoil and three large bags of compost later, the trees were in !

Pop over to our website to see more about the Sutton Heritage Society on To advertise please call www.suttonheritagesociety.co.uk.

01773 549 035

5

OTHER SERVICES

VISIT OUR FOUR LARGE SHOWROOMS Customers Own Car Park or RING FOR FREE HOME SELECTION SEVICE We Specialise In Supply & Fitting of all Domestic & Contract Carpets Supply & Fitting of all Domestic & Contract Vinyls Supply & Fitting of RealWood & Laminate Floorings Supply & Fitting of Karndean Floorings Supply & Fitting of Sisal & Natural Floorings Supply & Fitting of Border Work for Carpets & Carpet Runners

SS OF OUR FAMILY BUSINE S AR YE 0 15 G IN AT BR CELE t not essential Appointments preferably bu

NOW OPENWe Offer • Guaranteed Workmanship

(Following British Standard 5325 And TSI Approved Code of Practice)

• • • • • •

Free Fitting Service Free Estimating & Measuring Free Disposal of Old Carpet & Floorings Free Moving & Replacement of Furniture Trimming of Doors Insurance Work Undertaken & Free Insurance Quotes

43/47 High Street, Clay Cross, Chesterfield S45 9DX Tel: 01246 863148 • See our WEBSITE at www.nutt.co.uk Opening times:

Monday,Tuesday,Thursday & Friday 9am to 5pm

6

Don’t forget to9am mention Voice& Magazines when to the Ads Wednesday to 12pm Saturday 9am to responding 4pm

OTHER SERVICES

DERBYSHIRE DRIVING MEDICALS HGV – PSV – Taxi – Ambulance - Racing Includes everything you need for an application:

Eye test Examination by a Doctor Form completion All-inclusive rate

£50.00

at our Matlock clinic with free on-site parking Discounts for groups & contract work Appointments typically within 7 days Evenings and weekends at no extra cost

Call 01433 639100 Email info@huntbridgehall.co.uk

Peak Medical Practice Huntbridge Hall, Matlock DE4 3BX

Michael Penn Bookkeeping I take care of the books so you can get back to business.

For more details and a free consultation

Call 07709 244 572 www.michaelpennbookkeeping.co.uk

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

l a n o i s s e f Pro Services

Contact Sarah on 0115 849 2386

Local Installation, Repairs and Servicing of Stairlifts ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Local, family-run business Almost 20 years’ experience New, reconditioned and rental available Friendly, personal service Free, no obligation survey 24/7, 365 days call-out Repairs and servicing available Excellent customer feedback

info@prioritystairlifts.co.uk www.prioritystairlifts.co.uk @Prioritystairlifts

/prioritystairlifts

7

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Trafford Lowe Funeral Services 24 Hour Personal Service with prompt attention

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

Proudly serving Somercotes, Alfreton, Selston and all surrounding areas

Call Us On: 01773 602 593 166 Somercotes Hill, Somercotes, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4HU 20-23 High Street, Alfreton Derbyshire,DE55 7DR Providers of Funeral Plans

Member of

Valley Funeral Plan

8

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

King Williams Florist Flowers for all Occasions Opening Times Monday & Tuesday 9am-4pm

SOLID OAK FURNITURE AT CLEARANCE PRICES

Wednesday Closed

Thursday & Friday 9am-4pm

Saturday

9am-12pm Find me on 261 Somercotes Hill Somercotes. Alfreton DE55 4HX

AT PINXTON CARPETS & BEDS 81 WHARF ROAD PINXTON NG16 6LH TEL 01773 811878  OPEN TUE-FRI 9-3, SAT 9-1

Call Crissy on Tel: 01773 540569

WILKINSON BROS LTD Independent Family Funeral Directors Est. 1952

A completely professional 24 hour service, covering all areas Private Chapel of Rest in peaceful surroundings We will provide you with a personal and sympathetic service, looking after all your needs and wishes Pre-arranged Funeral Plans, tailored to your specific wishes, are available

Our Family Looking After Your Family Email: info@wilkinsonbros.co.uk • Web: www.wilkinsonbros.co.uk 10 Church Hill, Old Blackwell, DE55 5HN To advertise please call 01773 549 035

TEL: 01773 811371

9

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

COACH TOUR HOLIDAYS

DO OR PIC TO D K U OO P! R

ALL HALF BOARD INCLUDING EXCURSIONS & ENTERTAINMENT!

LLANDUDNO

ISLE OF WIGHT

Lytham St Annes

The Channel View Hotel 5 days • £199 Mon 8th – Fri 12th feb Mon 15th – Fri 19th Feb Mon 22nd – Fri 26th Feb

TENBY

WORCESTER BLOSSOM TRAIL

Romantic Break - Tynedale Hotel Fri 12th – Sun 14th Feb Local Pick 2 days • £199 Up Points Inn on the Prom Mon 15th -Fri 19yh March 5 Days • £299 Clarance House Hotel Sun 28th March – Thurs 1st April 5 days • £299

Local Pick Up Points

MORECAMBE

Auckland Hotel Mon 15th – Fri 19th March 5 Days • £250

BOURNEMOUTH

Trouville hotel Mon 22nd – Fri 26th March 5 days • £199

Fownes House Sun 11th – Wed 14th April 4 days • £299

MYSTERY TRIP

Local Pick Up Points

Mystery Hotel Sat 17th - Sun 18th April 2 days • £99

FOR A 2021 BROCHURE OR TO BOOK: PHONE 01773 590 808 or 07483 357 958 VISIT OUR MOBILE BOOKING OFFICE • GO ONLINE WWW.CLAIRSCOACHES.CO.UK 1st Friday of each month

9.30am -1pm | Shirebrook Market

2nd Tuesday of each month

9am – 12noon | South Normanton, Market Place

2nd Friday of each month

3rd Thursday of each month

9am – 1pm | Alfreton, Severn Square Car Park (Outside B&M Bargains)

3rd Friday of each month

9am – 1pm | Sutton-in-Ashfield, Portland Square

9am – 1pm | Ripley Market Place

10

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Bringing discerning landlords and tenants together

RELAX,

YOU ARE IN SAFE HANDS

2020 - 2021

LETTING AGENT IN ALFRETON

Our Gold Award Winning Fully Managed Service is available for 8% NO VAT Call: 01773 609446 Email: enquiries@rfoproperties.co.uk

To advertise please call 01773www.rfoproperties.co.uk 549 035

11

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

QualitySolicitors Chapman & Chubb

WORRIED ABOUT APPLYING FOR PROBATE OR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION? WE ARE HERE TO HELP When someone passes away there are potentially two situations in which their assets will be dealt with.

Probate is the process of dealing with a person’s estate in accordance with a Will. An Executor is appointed by the Will to deal with the estate and they will need to apply for a Grant of Probate, which is an order of the Court, that will allow them to act.

Letters of Administration are required if a person dies without a Will. The law says who should receive something from that person’s estate.

In either case the person who deals with the estate has a personal liability to ensure it is done properly. Appointing a professional from QualitySolicitors Chapman & Chubb during this difficult time can provide you with piece of mind and provide assurance that the administration of your loved one’s estate is dealt with completely.

We also can offer you various pricing options including fixed fees.

We can see you safely and in a relaxed environment at our offices in Somercotes or Alfreton in accordance with current government rules in relation to COVID-19.

12

Changing the way you see lawyers.

01773 540 480 enquiries@chapsol.com Don’t forget towww.chapsol.com mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

MANDY’S TRAVEL PAGE

n i w o t Enter

Hi I’m Mandy your Personal Travel Counsellor.

Tell me about your dream destination...

It’s the New Year and I don’t know about you, but I am not going to waste a second of 2021.

All those things we planned that didn’t happen last year, the trips to the theatre, the weekend breaks at the seaside, the exotic trips to far flung places, this is going to be our year.

Having that trip to look forward to when it’s cold and wet outside gives us all a sunshine feeling don’t you think?

It doesn’t have to be the usual beach break either, everyone has a different idea of the ultimate bucket list trip and I know I’m the one that can arrange it for you.

I asked friends and family what would be their ideal trip for 2021 and here is what they said.

A Safari Family break in Corfu Ranch holiday in Texas Romantic break in the Maldives All Inclusive beach holiday in Mexico Christmas trip to Disneyland Paris Coach trip to the Isle of Wight Can you see yours on the list? If not, what is on your bucket list for 2021?

Email me on mandy.oldknow@travelcounsellors. com using VOICE TRAVEL as the subject and tell me about your dream destination. I will choose a name at random to receive a small prize based on the your dream trip.

Don’t forget I can offer travel insurance with Covid-19 cover and a host of holiday’s with a flexible promise.

MANDY OLDKNOW 01773 318540 mandy.oldknow@travelcounsellors.com Towww.travelcounsellors.co.uk/mandy.oldknow advertise please call 01773 549 035

With us.. its personal13

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Apartments Available to Purchase From £75,000 Bungalows Available to Purchase From £90,000 1 Bedroom Rental Options Available from £525 per calender month (inclusive of service charge) Bond Deposit Required.

Care Packages can be facilitated

SUDOKU #1

Fill in all the numbers This is a sudoku 1 square grid 81 cells 9 3x3 blocks 1 simple rule: Use all the numbers 1-9, with no duplicates allowed, in any row, column, or block.

This puzzles has been devised by the brilliant Professor Rebus. For more of his puzzles visit www.pitcherwits.co.uk

14

!

5 2 6 9 1 4 5 8 1 8 2 1 5 3 4 6 7 2 6 9 2 1 8 2 8 5 9 9 2 7

!

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Nursing care | Long-term care Residential care | Respite care

Still welcoming new residents The Meadows is specifically designed to engage and enlighten the minds of our residents. We’ve created a stimulating, fun and friendly environment where each individual’s needs are supported, combined with our person-centred care.

We have the best practice in care, design, food and nutrition, technology and more importantly, the staff members who dedicate all efforts to making everyone feel a part of our Milford Care community.

w ww.m il fordcare .co.uk/ t he - me a dow s | 0 1 7 7 3 5 2 0 4 9 1 | To Ma advertise 01773 76 nsfie ldplease Roa d,call Alfr e ton549 , DE035 5 5 7 J L | me adow s @ mi lf o r d c a r e. c o . uk

15

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

“A great year for the Peak Mortgages and Protection Clan How is it December already?? 2020 has gone super quick, BUT what a year it has been for us (despite the pandemic of course!)

To start with, we have gone from two members of staff to a fantastic 11 in the space of just six months (and some extra dogs!) which is great.

The whole team has gelled so well and we are just like a family who tackle everything with a smile on our faces. Well, except for the chilli challenge on our social media!

We also recently hit the 200 5 star Google Review mark and we can now say we are the top-rated company in the WHOLE of Derbyshire at what we do – how awesome is that?! Thank you to our wonderful clients who have left these great reviews; we wouldn’t be in the position we are in at the moment without them, so we can’t thank them enough.

To top this year off, we have made the final for 5 national awards! These are; Best Customer Service and Best Small Broker at the Cover Excellence Awards, Best New Entrant (Broker) at the Mortgage Introducer Awards, Top Protection Broker at The British Mortgage Awards and finally, Rhys came 2nd for Best Beard in Financial Services 2020.

We donate money each month to Lauren’s Legacy - an amazing local charity which helps young people going through cancer treatments achieve their dreams. October was our best month ever and we donated an amazing £570 to the cause and this is all down to how much business we get each month, so the more business we have, the more money we are able to donate!

Along with Lauren’s Legacy, we’re consistently able to help a range of other causes this year including Derbyshire Toy Libraries, 3 rugby teams, 1 football team, 1 cricket team, the Food & Community Hub and we have also bought Milford Primary School an Alexa for a raffle prize! We love to help our local community and ultimately we just think it’s just the right thing to do that we share our success.

Let’s hope 2021 brings an end to this horrible pandemic and we hope we can carry on doing great things for both our amazing clients and the local community.

Thank you to all our current and future clients for your ongoing support.”

We are hoping this means that we are the no.1 mortgage and protection company people think of (especially in the neighbouring areas) when they want to speak to the best people possible about taking out a mortgage or life, critical illness or income protection policy.

Another big win is that we have raised over £5000 to local causes and charities over the past year. And when we say ‘over’ we mean over... we have lost count!

16

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

17

NOW OPEN The Glen Care Village

The areas newest and most modern retirement complex offering independent living.

Brand new retirement apartments with the feel of a luxury hotel.

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT TO VIEW THESE SUPERB APARTMENTS These luxury apartments are purpose built and designed for those not quite ready for a full care home package.

• One and two bedroom apartments • Highest specification and decoration.

• Underfloor heating.

• Fabulous bathroom/wetroom.

• Own telephone access and WI-FI. • BT Sports for those sports enthusiasts..

• Spacious car parking.

• A scooter port with charging points.

• Garden and decking area to relax in.

These beautiful apartments are complemented by the magnificent reception area plus a coffee bar, dining area and hairdressing facility. There’s also an extra lounge with a small bar and coffee area that can be used for private functions.

Care packages. care packages available if required Located close to junction 28 of the M1 /A38 and within a stones throw almost of McArthur Glen retail park the setting is in picturesque surroundings.

18

For further information regarding The Glen Care Village at South Normanton or the Willows Care Village in Mansfield call Sally Ward on 01623 242 526, she’ll be happy to help.

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

FOOD & RETAIL

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

19

HEALTH & BEAUTY

& h t l a He y t u a e B new year, new smile, new you!

DENTAL IMPLANTS | INVISALIGN BRACES COSMETIC BONDING | TEETH WHITENING FREE SMILE AUDIT | 0% FINANCE | CALL TODAY TO BOOK 01773 832164

Stay in touch with us @glendairdentalpractice | @glendairfaces

20

INFO@GLENDAIRDENTAL.CO.UK www.glendairdental.co.uk

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

HEALTH & BEAUTY

YOUR INDEPENDENT HEARING CARE SPECIALIST Hearing Aids All the latest Aids to suit all budgets

Friendly Service Unlimited aftercare We have our own private carpark at our new clinic in Alfreton. Literally drive from door to door to see us without coming into contact with anyone else.

We are wearing PPE equipment at the moment so unfortunately you won’t see us smile, but we assure you of a warm welcome.

10 High Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire. DE55 7BN

www.stephentoon.org Tel: 01773 687060

Tailored to your individual needs

Earwax Safe removal by a qualified Audiologist

using all techniques including microsuction Home visits made by arrangement One ear £50 both ears £70

Food & Retail OPENING TIMES Mon-Fri 9.30am - 1.30pm Sat 9.30am - 2.30pm

Alfreton’s only wool shop, for all your knitting and crocheting essentials at less than RRP. 54a King Street, Alfreton Inbetween (and behind sanam and signature hairdressers)

T: 07715 532791

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

Kingsley’s Treasure Chest Handmade retro clothing, accessories, jewellery, home accessories, handcrafted cards, wax melts, pagan shop and much more. There’s something for everyone at Kingsley’s Treasure Chest.

Bring this advertisement to store and receive a free raffle ticket to win money to spend in store!

Raffle Prizes £20, £10 and £5 to spend in store 78 King Street, Alfreton, DE55 7DD

21

FOOD & RETAIL

H PINE S ENRY’

FURNITURE & INTERIORS

Bedroom - Occasional - Dining

Pine and reclaimed timber furniture Beautiful, Solid Wood, Hand Made Furniture Estate Works, Bullock Lane, Brailsford, Derbyshire DE6 3DA T: 01335 361132 www.henrysofbrailsford.co.uk

Felley Furnishings, Unit 1, Willow Court, Underwood, Notts, NG16 5FD

Call 01773 717123

MEGA SALE £ £ £’s off

Opening times Tues – Thurs 9am-2pm - Out of hours appointments available…

Have our showroom to yourself when you arrange an appointment Home Appointments available if needed Same day delivery on stock furniture available Sofas, beds, electric and manual recliners, sofa beds and accessories available in stock and to order

22

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

Chesterfield and District

Ground Floor Multi-Storey Car Park New Beetwell Street

Ltd

Chesterfield Derbyshire

‘Making access a reality’

S40 1QR T: 01246 277881

Book to have your mobility scooter serviced and ready for the winter

If you have a mobility scooter that needs to be serviced, it is recommended that you do so before winter

Registered Charity To advertise pleaseNo: call1136369 01773 549 035

Company No: 07106728 23

FOOD & RETAIL

NEED HELP WITH YOUR MARKETING MATERIALS?

❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

Logo design Bus cards, letterheads, comp slips, NCR pads Banners, brochures, leaflets & workwear Website design Social media banners & adverts ...and so much more!

R

POSTE

FLYE

R

GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION t: 01773 549 035 • m: 07891 639638 e: info@voicemagazines.co.uk

Book Review SJ Parris’s books about medieval master spy Giordano Bruno rightly have a big following, so it’s fun to discover three novellas in one book, perfect for winter reading.

Called The Dead of Winter, the book looks at Bruno’s early years as a young Benedictine monk in Naples. As always the tales are beautifully written, and Bruno is always an engaging protagonist. And in case you’re looking for an alternative to the politics of the here and now, these stories also great on the machinations of the church of the time and place and the intrigues surrounding it.

If you are already a Bruno fan, they’re a great way of delving back into what turned him into the super sleuth of later full length thrillers. If you’re a newbie, it’s a real taster for the treats to come. The books have been published as one-off slim books before, so check you haven’t already seen them.

24

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

FOOD & RETAIL

D.M. Furnishings

01623 440448

5-7 Low Street, Sutton In Ashfield, Notts, NG17 1DH (opp Yorkshire Bank & Costa Coffee - Sutton) Open: Monday - Friday 9.30 - 5.00pm. Saturday 9.00am - 1.00pm. Closed Sunday.

www.dmfurnishings.co.uk

YOUR LOCAL RISE & RECLINE SPECIALISTS ALL our recliners are made to measure to suit your individual need, then made to order within 2 - 6 weeks.

5 Year Warranty on all recliners, including mechanisms and motors.

Visit our shop to get a free fitting and try yourself.

Matching Sofas & Chairs

FREE SERVICE Can’t get to us? Then we’ll come to you in your own home to discuss your needs & requirements.

VAT Exempt?

No high pressure sales tactics, Check with us to see if you qualify! only friendly, helpful advice....

Follow us on Facebook to see our latest offers @DMFurnishings

QUOTE THE ONEVOICE STOP when calling or bring this advert to qualify for QUOTE free local delivery or free pair of armcaps Untitled-1 1

02/10/2018 15:15:41

Enhance your home with new, high quality, made to measure

SO OBS CIA ER L D VIN IST G AN CIN G

Blinds, Curtains or Shutters Beautiful Plantation shutters Curtain poles and tracking Bay windows are our speciality Blinds and curtains to meet your budget Choose from a vast selection of fabrics in the comfort of your own home so you can buy with confidence in the knowledge that we have over 30 years of professional experience.

Telephone us to book your home visit

01773 771 457 | 07733 184 208 email:premiersales@hotmail.co.uk www.premierblindsandcurtains.co.uk To advertise please call 01773 549 035

25

FOOD & RETAIL

Slimming World Recipe Chicken Korma Slimming World are famous for their curries and this is a classic. So why not start 2021 on the right foot with this fab recipe?

Serves: 4

Ready in: 1hr

Syns per serving: FREE

Ingredients:

Method: 1. Put 300g yogurt in a bowl, add the paprika, turmeric and 4 tbsp tomato purée and mix well. Stir in the chicken, cover and marinade in the fridge for 4 hours (or overnight if possible).

2. Spray a medium saucepan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat. Add the onions, garlic and ginger and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Stir in the cinnamon, cumin, cardamom, remaining tomato

purée and a few tbsp water and cook for 10 minutes.

3. Add the beans and 450ml boiling water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Blitz the onion mixture until smooth using a stick blender (or use a food processor and return to the pan). Stir the chicken and its marinade into the sauce and cook for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

For more information visit www.slimmingworld.co.uk

• 450g fat-free natural Greek yogurt • 2 tbsp paprika • 2 tsp turmeric • 5 tbsp tomato purée • 4 skinless and boneless chicken breasts, cut into small chunks • Low-calorie cooking spray • 4 onions, diced • 2 garlic cloves, chopped • 2.5cm piece fresh

• • • •

• • •

root ginger, peeled and chopped ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground green cardamom seeds 200g canned cannellini beans, drained 1 chicken stock cube, crumbled 1 drop coconut essence (optional) Small pack fresh coriander, chopped

If you have a recipe that you’d like to share then please send it to: info@voicemagazines.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 8.45am, 9.45am, 10.45am New members 11.45am PALMER MOORWOOD MEMORIAL HALL 36 Hall St, Alfreton, DE55 7BU BOOKING ESSENTIAL Betty Oldknow: 07864 092 824 THURSDAY 5pm, 6pm, 7pm New members 8pm CHRIST THE KING CHURCH HALL Nottingham Rd, Alfreton, DE55 7GL BOOKING ESSENTIAL Ben Cocker: 07951 157 551

26

TUESDAY Morning - 8.45, 9.45, 10.45am New Members 11.45am Afternoon/Evening - 5pm, 6pm, 7pm New Members 7.45pm CHRIST THE KING CHURCH HALL Nottingham Rd, Alfreton, DE55 7GL

FRIDAY 8.45, 9.45, 10.45am New members 11.45am

SELSTON PARISH HALL, Mansfield Rd, Selston, NG16 6EE

Due to current circumstances, please check with your consultant as to whether your classes are running as normal

BOOKING ESSENTIAL

Tel : Sue: 07738 118 130

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

FOOD & RETAIL

Sales . Spares . Repairs . Servicing

uum Is Your Vac t Working? o N r e n a le C Vacuum cleaner repairs carried out by our experienced engineers Full service on all brands of vacuum cleaner from £30.00 Full safety test on all electrical work carried out

We can collect & return your vacuum cleaner from local areas Belts • Bags • Filters • Hoses Cables • Consumables

Approved dealer

1 Bevan Street, Shirland, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6BD

Tel: 01773 830099 Fax: 01773 307203

www.fuse-boxelectrical.co.uk

DKJ LTD DOORSTEP MILK DELIVERIES ARE EXPANDING

AVVM0664 (FuseBOX Electrical Supplies Q Advert).indd 1

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

08/08/2016 14:48

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’ To advertise please call 01773 549 035

27

FOOD & RETAIL

Vintage Rambles a with raFf lake and

At the time of writing it has felt like it has been raining non stop for weeks. Hang on, there might be a reason for that! As a result every where is either muddy, boggy or flooded, which makes walking a little bit tough. But our four legged friends still need a good outing so why not pull on your boot and work on those calf muscles!

4 mile circular walk via Pilsley and along the Five Pits Trail.

A moderate walk for you and your dog. The route should take around 2 hours. Whilst the majority of the terrain is trails and paths here are some uneven and potentially muddy sections so a good pair of boots or wellies is a must, especially at this time of year.

START: The Five pits trail car park on Hardstoft Road, Pilsley, Derbyshire,

S45 8BL 1.

Walk back through the car park entrance and directly across Hardstoft Road to head north on the Five Pits Trail.

2.

Continue along the trail for approximately 3/4 of a mile, where you will reach a road. Go straight across the road and continue along the trail for another 3/4 of a mile, where you will reach a tarmac lane. Turn left along the lane and pass an industrial building on your left and two stone cottages on your right.

3.

Continue on a path for a short distance until reaching a signposted footpath and a tricky stile on your right. Cross the stile into a field and then turn immediately left keeping the hedge on your left.

Sponsored by

28

4.

Continue to the far side of the field and then bear right to continue along the edge of the field. After only a few yards cross over a stile on your left. Once over the stile turn immediately right keeping the hedge on your right. When the hedge ends continue straight to cross an open field. Keep left of a stump roughly in line with a pylon.

5.

Continue and pass through a gap in a hedge by a marker post and continue straight crossing another field. When nearing some farm buildings on the left and a pond directly in front of you, bear left onto a lane and into a farm yard.

Mon to Fri – 9am – 4.30pm

Sat – 8:30am – 12pm

Don’t forget to Room, mention Magazines when responding Seals Fodder TheVoice Mill, High Street, Swanwick, Derbyshire to the Ads

6.

Continue along the lane, passing between the farm buildings and then to the right of the farm house. Immediately after the farm house bear sharp left to continue along the lane.

7.

8.

9.

Continue along the lane, passing between the farm buildings and then to the right of the farm house.

Immediately after the farm house bear sharp left to continue along the lane.

Continue to pass through a wooden gate and then turn sharp right to pass through a second wooden gate. Keeping the hedge on your right climb uphill and continue straight until reaching a road. Turn left along the road and after a short distance turn right through a wooden gate onto a signposted footpath.

10.

Continue straight ahead to cross an open field. Pass through a gap in a hedge and continue straight, now with a hedge on your left.

Continue to pass through a wooden gate into a small wooded area. Continue until reaching a road.

11.

At the far side of the field bear left keeping the hedge on your right. After a very short distance turn sharp right and, keeping the hedge on your right, continue towards a farm yard.

12.

Pass over a stile into a farm yard. Continue straight through the farm yard and then through a wooden gate onto a lane. Continue to the end of the lane and onto a road.

13.

Turn left along the road until it bends sharp right. At this point bear left onto another road and then immediately left again, following a signpost on your left reading ’Back Lane leading to Dark Lane�.

14.

Continue straight and then onto Dark Lane.

Follow Dark Lane until reaching a road. Turn left along the road until reaching the car park on your right.

Continue straight along a fence-lined path to pass through a wooden gate into a small wooded area. Continue until reaching a road.

This walk is for illustrative purposes only. Voice Magazines 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.

Call us on 01773 602 466

www.sealsfodder.co.uk

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

Pilsle y t Hardstof

h rt ld No fie ng Wi

Lower Pilsle y

Fiv eP Tra its il

29

COME AND VISIT US AT OUR SHOP

Pets Walkies & Cuddles

Derbyshire’s specialist dog shop is closer than you think All the Raw Food, Dry Food, Natural Treats, Toys and Equipment your dog could need, with experienced staff to provide you with all of the information you might need.

®

Dog Walking & Pet Services Alfreton & Surrounding Areas

Mob: 07908 304614 Email: info@walkiesandcuddles.co.uk www.walkiesandcuddles.co.uk www.walkiesandcuddlesfranchise.co.uk

10% discount to all Voice customers when quoting ‘ VOICEMAGAZINE’ During January only - not to be used in conjunction with any other offer

Mon - Fri: 9.30am - 5pm Sat 9am - 3pm

Tel: 01773 688240 Unit 6 Acre Ridge Ind Est, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7RG

www.purpledog.uk

Supporting pets through every stage

What to expect when you’re

pet-specting

Book a FREE New Pet Check at our Langley Mill practice Call, visit or see scarsdalevets.com/petspecting

Call 01773 301914 30

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

KIDS & FAMILIES

Kids & Families

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

31

32

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

PET SERVICES

Love learning locally

Adult education courses and workshops in Derbyshire We’re still here to support you to learn.

We’re delivering learning a little differently this year.

Find out about our programme of online courses and what we will be offering in our adult community education centres: /DerbyshireAdultEducation @DerbyshireACE Sign up to Adult Community Education News at www.derbyshire.gov.uk – “subscribe for updates” www.derbyshire.gov.uk/adulteducation

Get skilled, have some fun!

Book your next course now!

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

Education & Skills Funding Agency

33

A Touch Of Gloss Decorators Of Distinction

Home nt e m v o r p Im

Darren Procter Professional Decorator

• Wallpapering • Feature Walls • Staircases • Free Estimates & Advice • Local, & reliable service • Fully insured • 25 years’ experience

Tel: 01773 602 973 Mob: 07986 852 124

QUALITY FIXTURES & FITTINGS FOR YOUR HOME Sheet Timbers | Building Plastics | Plaster O WE ALS Stud Work Timber | 22mm Flooring | Sealants & Adhesives OFFER Y R E V I Fixings | Tooling | Ironmongery | Machining Service DEL

Quooker Taps | Kitchen Worktops Electrical Products

Tel: 01773 666076 E: reception@fdsupplies.co.uk

Unit 4c Bradley Park, Codnor Gate Industrial Estate, High Holborn Road, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3NW

34

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Images

KITCHENS, WET ROOMS, BATHROOMS & SHOWER ROOMS

Established in 1984

Bathroom Images of Leabrooks 44a Charles Street, Leabrooks, Derbyshire DE55 1LZ

Opening Times:

Monday to Friday 9am – 4pm, Saturday 9.30am – 1pm

E: bathroomimages@btconnect.com

T: 01773 608531

SHOWROOM NOW OPEN Quality UK manufactured kitchen products Personalised kitchen design & installation service

Amazing value for any budget

TEL: 01773 824196 info@sonnakitchens.co.uk www.sonnakitchens.co.uk

2 Chapel Street, Belper. DE56 1AR To advertise please call 01773 549 035

35

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

NOBLE Kitchens, Bathrooms & Bedrooms A Business Built on Reputation

SHOWROOM NOW OPEN FREE

installation on fitted bedrooms

Quality Materials and Interiors Extensive Choice Full and Complete Service Quality Workmanship

T: 01773 852 554 www.nkbb.co.uk noble.kbb@gmail.com M: 07980 096 146

29A The Common, Crich, DE4 5BN

• Mon / Tue / Wed - By Appointment

36

• Thur / Fri / Sat - 9.00am - 4.00pm

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

STEVEN BLAgg

ELECTRiCAL

iNSTALLATioN, MAiNTENANCE & TESTiNg

• Consumer Unit Upgrades • External Power • Fault Finding • Rewires • Showers

• Extra Sockets & Lighting • TV Points (not aerials) • Telephone Points • CCTV & Alarms • Repairs

All electrical work undertaken Emergency call outs No job too small

For a Friendly & Reliable Service Contact Steve:

07968 337250 01773 741853

slbelec@yahoo.com

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

37

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Stand out from the crowd by advertising here!

20 YEAR

RIPLEY RUBBER ROOFING WARRANTY Call Derek Bonser

07812 995 634 • 01773 302 222 info@ripleyrubberoofing.co.uk

t: 01773 549 035 m: 07891 639638 e: info@voicemagazines.co.uk

Friendly and reliable ex British Gas engineer with 18 years’ experience.

• • • • • • •

Servicing Repairs Boiler replacement Powerflushing Plumbing Landlord safety checks Natural Gas & LPG

Alarm & CCTV Specialists • Full alarm system service £60 with 12 months call-out cover • Brand new alarm systems from £450 fitted • CCTV systems from £500 fitted • Older systems upgraded, faults fixed • Any existing system adopted regardless who fitted it

Call Jamie on: 07904 451948

MAKE SURE YOUR HOME IS SECURE CALL JONATHAN GEE NOW!

Email: info@jmsheating.co.uk Web: www.jmsheating.co.uk

01773 302230

1 Bulling Lane, Crich, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5DX

D Cheshire Painting & Decorating City and Guilds Qualified Tradesmen All decorating work undertaken Free no obligation quotations

Tel: 01773 521882 / Mob: 07899 713196 Email: davecheshire@talktalk.net www.davidcheshirepaintinganddecorating.co.uk

38

www.ripleyrubberoofing.co.uk

www.stone-security.co.uk

WINDOWS & DOORS

Dan Kelly 07920 146983

Ltd

Windows Doors and Conservatories

Fascia and Soffits, Bi- fold D oors Misted / Broken G lass units General servicing etc.

dan-kelly26@hotmail.co.uk www.dankelly-windows.co.uk

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

Pitcherwits

®

Pitcherwits® are crossword puzzles where some of the clues are in pictures. Sound easy? It’s not called “Pit-yourwits” for nothing!

The mixture of cryptic and picture clues, combined with Professor Rebus’ unique sense of humour, will keep you entertained for hours.

Across 6 “Why, oh why, oh...?” says the spinner (2-2) 7 Neither is it in order to extract it (3) 8 Nab, with the end of your finger? (4) 14 Tart sort of rain? (4) 15 Molecule in position (3) 16 Shady Earl who makes a tasty brew? (4) Down 3 A roam around herein, say, is the scent (5) 4 Veteran gentleman having scope (5) 12 Taste? None with this dance!

(5) 13 A gown delivered in a cart? (5)

Down

Across

1

Swallowing a pint of scenery, perhaps?

(8,2)

2

Fruity Floridean taken meekly, I suppose (3,4)

11 N.B., the composer’s aim? (4,4)

5

Fails to transform dank bowers (6,4)

17 Progressive preacher from the 17th century? (4,6)

10 A layman could be from an Asian peninsular (7)

1

Floor the seats for cruiser parking? (4,6)

9

It’s secret where film used to be (2,6)

ANSWERS FOR LAST MONTHS PITHERWITS Across: 1 Spreadeagle, 5 Dampers, 9 Liar, 10 Soar, 11 Lunch, 12 Ugli, 13 Else, 14 Legless, 16 Road haulage.

Down: 1 Steel guitar, 2 Red, 3 Gas, 4 Enforceable, 6 Airline, 7 Painful, 8 Rashers, 14 Lea, 15 Sea.

This puzzles has been devised by the brilliant Professor Rebus. For more of his puzzles visit www.pitcherwits.co.uk

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

nd a s d r o w e Guess th d! ! r o w s s o Fill in the cr

39

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

D.H ELECTRICAL SERVICES

No IN st w a llIN CCt V g sys t ems

New Build Specialists Advice / Free Quotes TV’s set up or wall mounted

EXTENSIONS • LANDLORD REPORTS EXTRA SOCKETS • EXTRA LIGHTING REWIRING • NEW BUILDS CONSUMER UNIT UPGRADES Call Darren 07903 883 716

Insurance Work • Storm Damage Extra TV points • FM, DAB aerials Freeview & Freesat installed

www.langtonaerials.com

01773 811 912 / 07774 784 850 Local family business since 1989

VVM1223 (Langton Aerial Q).indd 1

40

19/10/2017 13:12

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

• Many displays for you to choose from • 100’s of bathroom products for you to choose from • Bespoke design service

Considering changing your bathroom?

AVVM1122 (R&N Property Maintenance Q Advert).indd Visit our Showroom in Riddings for inspiration & expert advice

1

19/07/2017 12

• Shower rooms & Ensuites • Bathroom Furniture & Storage • Easy Access Bathrooms • Tiles, Mirrors & Taps • Full Bathroom Suites • Space Saving Ideas

OPEN 6 DAYS www.metrobathrooms.co.uk

Tel: 01773 318 008 • Email: info@metrobathrooms.co.uk Unit 1, Windmill Business Park (off Greenhill Lane), • Mill Lane, Riddings, DE55 4DB (opposite Windlea Road)

Opening Hours: Mon to Fri - 9:00am until 4:00pm Sat - 10:00am until 3:00pm

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

41

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

COLLEDGE AERIALS

PLUMBING & HEATING

Established 1965

Digital Aerials, Freesat and Sky Multipoint

Digital Aerials, Freesat and Sky Multipoint

• Local

Boiler replacements and full central heating systems Installation, servicing and repairs of most domestic gas appliances

LOG BURNERS FITTED

• Trustworthy • Installers

CALL RITCHIE

07837 205531

• Free Quotes

• All work fully guaranteed

T: 01773 742387 M: 07973 676799

4321

214890

Paul M Longden Ltd KITCHEN & BATHROOM INSTALLATION SERVICES 30 years experience of Kitchen & Bathroom Design & Installation. All works fully Insured & Guaranteed.

All Aspects of Plumbing • Plastering • Joinery Wall & Floor Tiling • Laminate Flooring Wet Floors • Ensuite Conversions Knock Throughs • Design service

SUPPLYING BUILDING PLASTICS TO THE TRADE & PUBLIC ALUMINIUM WINDOWS • DOORS • BI-FOLD DOORS • TIMBER WINDOWS COMPOSITE DOORS • PVC-U WINDOWS/DOORS • SASH WINDOWS • FASCIAS SOFFITS • GUTTERING • LANTERN ROOFS SILICONE SEALANTS UNDERGROUND OPEN TO GLASS UNITS

TRADE & PUBLIC

Call Office 01773 449754 Mobile 07943 237824 Email pm.longden@gmail.com Web: www.pmlongden.co.uk

BI-FOLD DOORS

LANTERN ROOFS

42

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

High Quality Service, Windows, Doors & Conservatories.

R

ING

FO

8 93-201

YOUR HOME, YOUR CHOICE

Make an entrance to your home and add your own style with our range of doors

T

R

AD

ING

FO

R

19

AD

R

T

YEAR RANTEE GUA

19

8 93-201

Call us now on 01332 755551 We have the biggest selection of doors in the East Midlands Visit Trade Street

Trade Windows Home Improvement Centre, Navigation Retail Park, 810 London Road, Alvaston, Derby DE24 8WA Bifold doors

reception@tradewindows.com

www

www.tradewindows.com

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

43

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Ian Wilson Electrical Services Rewires, Extra Sockets, Lights, Fault Finding, Inspection & Testing, Etc. • Consumer Unit Upgrades • Landlord Reports Call Ian for a FREE no obligation quote on

Tel : 01773 306 460 Mob : 07549 617 536

Do it Once, Do it Right • Re Roofs - New Builds • Repairs • Lead Work • Natural & Stone Slating • UPVC Soffit, Fascia & Guttering • Velux Windows 01773 602325

Email: iwilsonelectrical@gmail.com

07429568864

gbroofingservices@yahoo.com

Hardwick Half.qxp_Layout 1 21/11/2019 14:34 Page 1

M1338 (Ian Wilson Electrical Q Advert).indd 1

15/02/2018 15:28

EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY WINDOWS & DOORS H E R I TA G E A N D C O N S E R VAT I O N AREA SPECIALISTS

Call our friendly team on 0115 855 6010 hello@hardwickwindows.co.uk www.hardwickwindows.co.uk OUR CUSTOMER COMMITMENT: NO PRESSURE SELLING, NO OBLIGATION, NO SALES PEOPLE ON COMMISSION

44

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Mike’us sings M

Before anyone takes offence and wishes to email in, please note at the bottom of the piece Mike has kindly provided his credentials and his email address…

It’s a new year and the universal hope is that 2021 will be a big improvement on 2020. In light of that, and recognising that it goes against the grain somewhat for me to want to cheer people up – lest you’d forgotten, I’m generally more comfortable being grumpy and miserable – I’ve decided to tell you about a topical incident from a few weeks ago.

Racism......is it what it used to be?

People are just so quick to take offence these days and yet it seems that what many regard as stereotyping is often closer to the truth than they’re prepared to accept.

I was out shopping in Sutton recently when I came across this bizarre conversation.

It started off reasonably enough when this middle aged chap asked one of the assistants in which aisle he could find Irish sausages.

The young lady, putting her recent customer service training to good effect, looked up from what she was doing, smiled, said hello and then asked the gentleman if he was indeed an Irishman.

At this, the mood changed and my ears pricked up.

The guy had clearly taken exception to what the young girl had said and with a disapproving look replied, “As it happens, I am, but let me ask you something.

If I’d been looking for Italian sausage, would you have asked me if I was Italian?

If I was after Bratwurst, would you have asked me if I was German?

If I’d come in for a kosher hot dog, would you have then enquired whether or not I was a Jew?”

“If I had asked for Chorizo”, the man continued with barely concealed anger, “would you have asked if I was Spanish?”

Finally, as quite a crowd of gawping eavesdroppers listened in, the man asked “If I was wanting Kielbasa sausage, would you have assumed that I was Polish?”

“Well, to be honest”, the young lady interjected, “no, I probably wouldn’t.”

“Well why in the name of Heaven then”, came the exasperated response, “when I asked for Irish sausages, did you feel the need to ask me if I was Irish?”

“Quite simple really”, came her calm reply, “you’re in Halfords sir!” ______________________________________ Before anyone takes offence and I start getting irate comments passed on to me via mike. musings@outlook.com you ought to know that having been born in Ireland, raised in Scotland and made an adult choice to follow Notts County, I know better than most that you just can’t put a price on the ability to laugh at oneself!

A number of customers had by now gathered in the next aisle, and like me, were intrigued as to how this was going to end.

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

45

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FREE*

Georgia toilet & basin with every bathroom order

COVID-19 - SAFEGUARDING CUSTOMERS & COLLEAGUES

Bathing a problem? – we can help • Wet rooms • Walk in showers and baths • Waterproof wall panelling • Slip resistant safety flooring • Grab rails, shower seats & raised toilets • Established family business

• Disabled Facilities Grants • Zero VAT on disabled bathrooms • Discounts for over 60s, SSAFA and EX Service personnel

Call for friendly advice and free survey and quote

01773 303201

info@ahminstallations.co.uk www.ahminstallations.co.uk * apply, visit our website for 46Terms and conditionsDon’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads more information.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FIRST 4 FASCIAS Bargeboard First• D ry Verge 01623• 459891 Fascias • Fascias • Soffit • Guttering

• Cladding • Repair Work Undertaken

07738 227029 - 07921 081676

Double glazing repairs including misted up glass units.

Window and door hinges, locks, handles and general servicing.

www.first4fascias.co.uk

Avoid the Winter freeze! free guttering and downpipes with all fascia and soffit orders!

Fitting of windows, doors & conservatories.

Please call to arrange a FREE, no obligation quotation and survey

20 Years experience

Call Andy for a FREE quote T: 01773 748 644 M: 07974 347 107 E: andyrev10@gmail.com

www.andrewrevillglazing.com

MHS

Discount for OAP’s Call Justin on Tel : 01623 459 891 Mob : 07921 08 16 76

First

M1256 (Andrew Revill Q Advert).indd 1

Electrical Services

AVVM077218:33 (First 4 Fascias Q Advert).indd 1 03/11/2017

08/11/2016 01

Fascias

All aspects of electrical work undertaken

ECS Gold Card & JIB Approved

to the current IET wiring regulations, 18th edition BS 7671:2018

CONTACT MIKE t: 07720 948 642

e: mhsalmon@btinternet.com

local Family Run Business

INVEST IN YOUR HOME Local family run business Offering high quality workmanship with over 35 years experience ALL TYPES OF BESPOKE BUILDING WORK BRICKLAYING • NEW BUILDS EXTENSIONS • RENOVATIONS

HeatSafe Plumbing & Heating Services

 Domestic & Commercial Works   Installation, Service, Breakdowns   Boilers, Cookers & Fires   Complete Bathrooms with Tiling   Free Quotes & Friendly Advice 

Email: heatsafe@outlook.com

CALL ADAM 07754 685545

@heatsafe1

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

• ALL UPVC INC SOFFITS & FASCIA • FIREPLACES LOG BURNERS & FLUES

Fascias - Soffits

01773 819933 • 07980 435 236

www.clsbuilders.co.uk • chris.long7@sky.com

47

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

SOCIAL MEDIA

MARKETING SOCIAL MEDIA BANNERS £80 for any 3 social media headers

UCH FOR MORE INFORMATION

549 035 • m: 07891 • e: info@voicemagazines.co.uk on639638 platfoms of your choice

Complete Plastering

Fast, friendly, reliable service with no mess All plastering work undertaken, including: • Artex cover-ups • Repair work • Dry lining • Insurance work • Damp Proofing (PCA Qualified) Competitive Prices • Fully Insured For a free, no obligation quote or advice call Anthony on:

GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFORMATION t: 01773 549 035 • m: 07891 639638 e: info@voicemagazines.co.uk

48

01773 512209 07902 272541

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

SECURE STORAGE UNITS • Secure storage units & Workshop rentals available now • Low prices and short term leases • Great location • Secure & alarmed yard with CCTV • 24hr access • Plant & equipment storage both outside & undercover • 20ft container available now from £30 per week

www.advancegroup-stonebroom.co.uk

0788 771 6236 peter@makepakint.com WE ARE ALSO SUPPLIERS OF QUALITY SEASONED AND KILN DRIED LOGS, COKE AND SMOKELESS FUEL, PLUS FENCING PANELS, PATIO SLABS AND DECKING

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

49

Advance-Group-Stonebroom

GARDENS

amental E Orn ngineering FREE QUOTES

s n e d r Ga

Railings Fencing Hand Rails Drive & Garden Gates Ornamental Fencing

Tel: 01773 533 393

www.ornamentalengineering.com Unit 1a Taylor Lane, Industrial Estate, Loscoe, Derbyshire DE75 7TA

GreenhousesRus VISIT OUR WEBSITE: WWW.GREENHOUSESRUS.CO.UK

YOUR LOCAL GREENHOUSE SPECIALIST

“ule love us” Seasoned logs at great prices all year round!

With Sack bags for £2.50 & bulk Bags for £50!

We also sell sticks at £2.50 a sack And with FREE local delivery!!

Call Ralph on

SUPPLIER OF GREENHOUSES & ACCESSORIES. SUPPLIER OF ALL MAIN BRANDS ON THE MARKET. INSTALLATION SERVICE AVAILABLE.

01623 443331

07506 169 625

or find us at, Westhouse Farm buildings, DE55 5AG you’d be out of your tree to miss out on any of our deals so join us on facebook!

50

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

AVVM1173 (Godbers Logs Q Advert).indd 1

04/09/2017 12:24

GARDENS

All types of garden work undertaken

No Job Too Small Free Quotations No Obligation Special Rates for O.A.P’s

Get ready for the spring!

Maintenance Work, Grass & Hedge Cutting, Rockeries, Paving, Fencing, Ponds, Planting (Various) Including all types of DIY jobs you never get around to doing

Complete Garden Service / DIY For an affordable reliable service

PICK UP A LOYALTY CARD TODAY TO START COLLECTING FOR FREE FUEL!

Ring Steve on:

01773 607 993 or 07778 200 200 www.barleycroftlandscapes.co.uk

VVM1385 (Barleycroft Landscapes Q Advert).indd 1

20/03/2018 13:43

ROADSWEEPING

ESTABLISHED OVER 25 YEARS Our Services include:

• Septic Tank Emptying & Repairs • • • • •

Drain Jetting Drain Repairs Groundswork Road Sweeping Gully Emptiying

• Dust Supression • High Pressure Drain Jetting • Snow Plough & Gritting Service

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

Andy: 07831 310731 Ashley: 07787 074414 email: jandasweep@tiscali.co.uk Ashford-inthe-Water, Bakewell, DE45 1PY

51

GARDENS

Gardener’s Calendar Hellebores may be starting to poke their flower heads up if the weather has been fairly mild.

Varieties have been developed which have a more upright habit but most hellebore blooms droop by nature so it’s worth cutting back the largest leaves so you can actually see these gem-like beauties. If some of the leaves have black blotches take them off too, as they are diseased and will weaken the plant.

If you have a wood chipper, you have a way of using your discarded Christmas tree. Pine chips make great mulch for ericaceous plants such as azaleas, heathers and rhododendrons. Or you could always find somewhere to temporarily ‘plant’ the tree and hang fat or bird feeders for our birdy friends.

r

Plant out hyacinths or paperwhites used as Christmas indoor decorations and they will flower in the garden in future. Take the flower off, let the foliage die down and within a couple of years they will be producing winter and spring colour outdoors.

TOP TIP!

Heavy snow can damage bushes and trees, forcing branches to splay or even break. Take a photo for posterity, then brush it off.

06/11/2018 18:16

DRB

Waste Recycling Household, garden, general building and waste metal removal.

Household clearance and removals.

Cost effective alternative to skip hire.

WALVINS TIMBER

STOCK UP NOW FOR WINTER Split Seasoned & Kiln Dried Logs Smokeless coal, standard coal & fire starting kindling

Household Waste

Metal Waste

Heavy Duty Tanalised Fence Panels and Gates Clearance & Removals

Garden Waste

Call Dale on

07581 450572

Decorative Concrete Fence Post and Gravel Boards For a FREE Quotation call Ross

07971 301027 Greenhill Lane Riddings

DE55 4AT

Licensed Waste Carrier

52

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads

GARDENS

A garden room isn’t just a room in your garden…

The Perfect Escape.

Holiday at home...

it’s a room that adds value to your life, and your home. With 20 years experience in designing, manufacturing and installing garden buildings throughout the UK you can trust that Cabin Master will deliver you The Perfect Space for your garden, such as a Garden Office, Gym, Mancave, Garden Bar, Entertaining Space or Spare Room.

with a BBQ cabin. It can become the heart and soul of your garden. Our trademarked sloping wall design not only gives the cabins an unmistakable silhouette, it also makes them very comfortable and enables you to sit back and relax whilst enjoying countless days and nights with your favourite people.

Free Site Surveys

Free Design Service

www.cabinmaster.co.uk www.arcticcabins.co.uk Call: 0115 932 8888

No Obligation Quotes

Flexible Finance Available

Visit Our Open Air Cabin Master Village With 22 Stunning Buildings On Display Opening times: Monday - Sunday 10am - 4pm The Rose Gardens, 251 Toton Lane, Stapleford, Nottingham NG9 7JA.

To advertise please call 01773 549 035

53

GARDENS

Hardwood Logs Ltd ing 30 years of t a r b e l e C frewood production

NEW SHOP NOW OPEN

Log Stands, baskets & stove accessories Derbyshire-made candles & lanterns Unique home and garden products made by local crafts folk BBQ smoking chips Kiln Dried & Hardwood Logs available for collection & delivery Simon & Jackie Ludlam, Holly Grange Farm, Lea Moor Rd, Lea, Matlock, DE4 5RA

Tel: 01629 534 475 sales@hardwoodlogsltd.co.uk

www.hardwoodlogsltd.co.uk

Indian paving Setts & Cobbles Copers-steps Circles Barrels Feature stones Troughs Sleepers

H&H House & Garden Maintenance H&HAFFORDABLE House &AND RELIABLE, Newhaven, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 0DU Call Liam on or 01298 841 73 | M: 07977 589 305 FRIENDLY SERVICE www.penninepaving.co.uk | sales@penninepaving.co.uk Garden Maintenance QUALITY NATURAL STONE SUPPLIES Nationwide delivery Available

Reclaimed Yorkstone Paving

Services include:

SERVICES INCLUDE: RELIABLE, AND Fencing,AFFORDABLE Patios and Decking Fencing, Patios & Decking Garden Maintenance • Jet Garden Washing FRIENDLY SERVICE Maintenance H&H House Painting and Decorating Jet Washing H&H House && Internal and External Services include: Painting and Guttering Cleaning and Replacement Garden Maintenance Maintenance Internal andDecorating Garden External

Fencing, Patios and Decking Guttering Cleaning and RELIABLE, AFFORDABLE AFFORDABLEAND AND RELIABLE, www.hhhouseandgardenmaintenance.com Garden Maintenance • Jet Washing Replacement FRIENDLY SERVICE FRIENDLY SERVICE Painting and Decorating Internal and External Servicesinclude: include: Services Hannah & Patios Hanks Office: 01773 741069 Guttering Cleaning Fencing,Patios andDecking Decking and Replacement Fencing, and Mobile: 07943 821016 / 07734 663021 Garden Maintenance • Jet Washing Garden Maintenance • Jet Washing

Painting and and Decorating DecoratingInternal Internaland andExternal External Painting GutteringCleaning Cleaningand andReplacement Replacement Guttering

www.hhhouseandgardenmaintenance.com

www.hhhouseandgardenmaintenance.com www.hhhouseandgardenmaintenance.com

Large selection of Porcelain in a variety of colours

TS GARDEN SERVICES Our services include

Lawn Mowing • Hedge Cutting Turfing • Strimming • Pruning Ponds & Water Feature Maintenance Pressure Washing • Scarifying For a FREE quote please call

07852 872 343

tsgardenservicesuk@gmail.com

Friendly & Reliable

Hannah & Hanks Office: 01773 741069 54 Don’t Hannah & & Hanks HanksOffice: Office:01773 01773 741069forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads Hannah 741069 Mobile: 07943 821016 / 07734 663021

Mobile: 07943 07943821016 821016/ /07734 07734663021 663021 Mobile:

GARDENS

Mansfield, Sutton & Kirkby

01623 665 050

info@hopkins-solicitors.co.uk www.hopkins-solicitors.co.uk

Lasting Powers of Attorney Throughout this year's pandemic we have helped many of our vulnerable clients write and register their Powers of Attorney.

Power of Attorney ensure your trusted carer can help you with things like paying your bills and coordinating your healthcare.

This includes deciding where the safest location is for you during the upcoming flu season. Your family may want to have you stay with them in the safety of their own home. But without a Power of Attorney, your family cannot legally remove you from the care home.

The government has confirmed that writing and signing your Will or Powers of Attorney is an essential reason to leave your home during lock-down.

But to keep you safe we are able to help you complete most of the paperwork by post, phone, video call or email.

To get started call us today on 01623 665 050. We are happy to answer questions and give you a formal quote.

keeping your To Always advertise please call 01773 549 best 035

from Wills VAT + LPAs ÂŁ200 ÂŁ400 from +VAT interests at heart

55

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Thinking of making a New Year move?

We’re ready to help you realise those plans, with up to date marketing advice and a team dedicated to getting you moving in 2021!

For a FREE market appraisal call

01773 521771 Alfreton’s No.1 Selling Estate Agent *

*Source Rightmove 2020

PROPERTY SALES, LETTINGS, SURVEYS, MORTGAGES AND CONVEYANCING 56

www.hallandbenson.co.uk

Don’t forget to mention Voice Magazines when responding to the Ads