Voice Magazines - Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks and Somercotes Edition - January 2021

VOICE JANUARY ‘21

SWANWICK, RIDDINGS, LEABROOKS & SOMERCOTES

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Welcome to 2021 Brew Monday 18th January

Voice in the Community

Shouting about businesses in the heart of your community

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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 2

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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 5,000 in Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks & Somercotes 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 To advertise callVoice the Voice Team onStreet, 01773 549 035 Magazines Limited, 81 High South Normanton, Derbyshire. DE55 2BP. Registered in England 3 & without the prior consentplease of the publisher.

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

From the Editor

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All types of body work Alloy wheels refurb

Service and repairs

Call us for a quote on

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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.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

l a n o i s s e f Pro Services

Wills • Probate • Powers Of Attorney

• Qualified Lawyer • Over 30 years experience • Local, friendly and professional service • Covid19 Safe Appointments available-Telephone-Garden-Zoom

Contact : Jill Hallam 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: Tel: 07969 144 909

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

Tel : 01773 549 037 or 07523 963 026 Email : jill@jhlegal.co.uk 40 High Street, South Normanton, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 2BP This Firm Complies with the IPW Code of Practice

www.jhlegal.co.uk CONTACT US T: 01773 861050 E: info@renshawmortgagesolutions.co.uk www.renshawmortgagesolutions.co.uk

A LOCAL BUSINESS YOU CAN TRUST - BASED IN SELSTON MORTGAGES HOME INSURANCE PROTECTION PLANS

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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“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!

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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

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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.

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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.

Changing the way you see lawyers.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

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

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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

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TEL: 01773 811371 10 Church Hill, Old Blackwell, DE55 5HN

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FOOD & RETAIL

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

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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

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Cottage Cake Craft Mansfield’s Original Cake Decorating Shop Planning a celebration can be really expensive, the celebration cake can be a big part of that expense!

Why not take advantage of Cottage Cake Craft’s 25 years of cake decorating experience to help you make your own cake professional and unique.

We have a wide range of products and services to make your home made cake look perfect!

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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

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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

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FURNITURE

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UPHOLSTERY & RE-UPHOLSTERY REPAIRS All work carried out by our own skilled craftsmen with over 20 years of experience Home visits a pleasure for a FREE QUOTATION for re-upholstery or furniture repairs.

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FOOD & RETAIL

DKJ Ltd

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OR WHY NOT CALL IN AND COLLECT YOUR BOTTLED MILK

‘FAMILY RUN BUSINESS’

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Professional Friendly Service Opas House, Market Street, Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. NG17 1AG

Tel: 01623 237 737

STEVENS SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS SEWING MACHINE SERVICING AND REPAIRS We service and repair most makes and models of sewing machines and overlockers.

WE OFFER COMPETITIVE RATES.

TEL: 01623 237 737 MOB: 07400 179 179 Opas House, Market Street, Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire. NG17 1AG

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MANDY’S TRAVEL PAGE

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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 www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/mandy.oldknow

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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.

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FOOD & RETAIL

Chesterfield and District Shopmobility Ltd Mobility scooters and Chair Hire

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uum Is Your Vac t Working?

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

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

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• Bridal and Special Occasion Packages

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Osteopathy For Pain Relief The right care can prevent years of unnecessary pain.

Whatever the problem, we’re here to help.

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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

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Tailored to your individual needs

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

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KIDS & FAMILIES

Kids & Family

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

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!

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PET SERVICES

Pets

COME AND VISIT US AT OUR SHOP 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.

Put your business on the map in your community!

Let us help you!

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

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PET SERVICES

Top Tips for Weight Management 1) Measure Food out Daily

5) Weight loss diets & weight clinics:

Using a measuring cup or mug can result in you over feeding your pet by 18-80%. Use scales to accurately weigh the food. To save time, you could weigh a week’s worth out and put each daily allowance into a sandwich bag.

Scarsdale Vets offer free nurse clinics to monitor your pet’s weight, give you tips on weight loss and advise you prescription diets designed to help your pet lose weight. We have had a lot of success using the prescription diets and these are ideal for pets that have more than 1.2kgs (in dogs) or 0.5 – 1kg (in cats) to lose. If your pet is more than 10% overweight feeding a prescription diet will give you the best results and by joining our free nurse clinics you will have the support to get your pet to their target.

2) Check you are feeding the correct amount of food.

Look at the back of the container/bag and feed your pet for their ideal weight, not their current weight. Each brand of food will have a different daily allowance so always check the packaging. The amount given is their daily allowance, NOT how much to feed each mealtime.

3) For pets that are always hungry/eat quickly Try increasing the amount of mealtimes. If they usually feed once a day, try increasing to twice daily. Split their daily allowance between how many meals you feed them. If they eat quickly, try using an interactive feeder to slow them down and make mealtimes last longer.

6) Cut down on treats Most have a high calorie content. Please speak with your Veterinary Nurse to discuss healthy alternatives to treats.

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4) Try feeding a light/reduced calorie diet If we have advised that your pet needs to lose weight, you could try changing their diet to a ‘light; diet. This is a good idea if your pet is only slightly above their ideal weight or prone to putting on weight, but may not work if they need to lose a few kilos. When changing diets, you should do it gradually over a week or two to prevent upsetting their stomachs.

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Encourage them to jump and run up and down the stairs. Try feeding them on the stairs by putting a few biscuits on a few of the steps so they have to move around to get them.

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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.

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

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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.

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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?”

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Wet, wet, wet! That’s what it is like on my allotment right now with some puddles of standing water. Unfortunately I have not managed to get all my digging and composting done but it is best to keep off the wet soil rather than tread on it in your boots and compact it. If the urge to dig becomes overpowering, spread your weight as you dig by standing on an old shed door or plank which is easily moved. Winter digging aerates the soil and breaks it into finer particles. Then spread compost as discussed last month.

My daughter who has an allotment in Birmingham reminds me that January is a good time to plant out bare-root fruit bushes while they are dormant. They are cheaper than container-grown fruit bushes which can be planted out any time. This is also the time to prune existing gooseberry and currant bushes as well as fruit trees including apples and pears. Also spray fruit trees and bushes with an oil-based winter wash to control pests such as aphids, mites, winter moth, etc. Repeat a fortnight later. Apply grease bands or horticultural grease to the trunks of apple, pear, plum and cherry trees about 45cm above soil level to trap the wingless females of the winter moth which will otherwise lay eggs.

The caterpillars just love the new buds.

It’s a good idea to check your brassicas and remove dead leaves from cabbages and Brussels sprouts otherwise they can rot and spread mould and downy mildew. I read in the paper today that 2020 has been a great year for sprouts which are bigger than usual so you won’t need to prepare so many. Don’t forget to check stored potatoes, squash, etc., to make sure none are going rotten.

This month you could start ‘chitting’ seed potatoes. Spread them out in trays or seed boxes. I scrounge some shallow ex-cucumber or pepper trays from supermarkets which are ideal for the purpose-put the seed potatoes away somewhere light and cool to chit. It’s not too early to buy the seeds you want to sow during 2021. I found that a lot of vegetable seed was in short supply in 2020 so get in early. Phone Mick our plot Bailiff on 07725402033 about availability on our Leabrooks (Bridle Lane) Allotment site and become an allotmenteer with your family in 2021.

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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.

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