Voice Magazines - Alfreton & Villages Edition - April 2021

APRIL ‘21

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

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From the Editor Hi Readers, At the time of writing we have just marked the 1-year anniversary of the first lockdown.

I saw one comedian on Twitter write ‘I haven’t heard anybody say, where did the last year go’. Beyond the joke I think they may have missed the point. For many of us the last year has been a year lost. Lost experiences, lost jobs, lost businesses, even lost loved ones. With the roadmap in place there are reasons to be optimistic as we want to reclaim our lives but I think we are all feeling the same caution. My own thoughts are that we have to be brave.

Embrace the changes we need to make, with vaccines, social distancing, masks and hand sanitising that will allow us to embrace the opportunity to reclaim our lives.

As they say, hindsight is a wonderful thing but I suppose this toll has caused us all the be a bit grumpy, maybe it’s the social distancing we have had to maintain but it seems like there is growing gaps in our ability to empathise and understand each other. But what I would say to that is, it was only just over a year ago when #bekind was doing the rounds as a reaction to Caroline Flack losing her life so tragically. Nobody knows what anybody else is going through behind closed doors – so it’s very simple,

just be kind to each other – kindness never hurt anyone.

In other news, Bez and Shaun Ryder (Flake and Rafa’s new nicknames!) have made a full recovery! They are sporadically trying to pull us back in the direction of the woods – can’t think why! – however, we have managed to divert their attentions and we have been incident free for 1 month! The Vet will be disappointed – this monthly visit was ensuring their optional extra of a personal Butler for the duration of their round the world tour!! (*I am only joking – our Vets do a brilliant job & they have trained hard for their profession*).

At the time of writing, I think the whole of the UK is poised for the first stage of the road map to be executed without a hitch – fingers and toes crossed!

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So (enjoy the clubs 4 f’s), fun, friendship, freedom and fresh air. You get all that in the game of outdoor bowls, We also have our own clubs regular weekly roll-ups for all club members, again free of charge. We believe you will love our friendly and welcoming environment, so come and have a go!

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Alfreton & District Heritage Trust

The person behind Nix’s Hill Standing on Nix’s Hill amid the roar of present day traffic it is hard to imagine any connection with an altogether quieter, more gentle form of transport.

Mr Nix then established a Stud Farm and such was his reputation as a Judge, Exhibitor and Prize winner at shows such as the Royal Show at Windsor, his horses became highly sought after being exported to North America and elsewhere. In 1911 he travelled to Argentina as a Judge, such was his status.

We are probably all familiar with Shire Horses, those gentle giants of yesteryear who kept the Country moving before the advent of the motor lorry but how many know how we connect Nix’s Hill with the Shire Horse Society and these majestic creatures.

Our story begins in Nottinghamshire in September, 1843 with the birth of John Camm Nix, son of Alfreton man, Adam Nowell Nix, a Publican and Butcher, and his wife Elizabeth Camm. He progressed through School and by 1861 he was at Outseats, Alfreton, living and working on his uncle’s farm which formed part of the Palmer Morewood Estate. Later John Nix was to take over the tenancy and this continued until his death in 1927.

It was in the matter of the improvement of the breed of heavy agricultural horses that John Nix became such a well known figure in agricultural circles both nationally and internationally.

Being convinced of the utility of the heavy horse he was determined that it should survive and became one of the founders of what is now the Shire Horse Society and for many years was a valued member of the Council.

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He retained a keen interest in horses right up to his death in 1927 and having left specific instructions, his body was carried on a farm wagon, drawn by two of his favourite horses, to the family vault in Alfreton Churchyard.

Although John Nix was a bachelor, he was essentially a home man. A devout churchgoer and one time member of the Alfreton Freemasons, he liked nothing more than to stand at his gate and watch the world go by. Always dapper and never without his top hat I wonder what Mr Nix would have made of having a road named after him?

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4. Add the radishes to each bowl, pile the pork in the middle and ladle in the delicious broth. Scatter with chilli, if using, and coriander sprigs to serve.

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So the possibility of AI companions, butlers, sex slaves, carers, even scientists maybe, are not quite so remote. Are we on the edge of science fiction becoming real?

Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan is one of the several books currently exploring this exciting and maybe scary thought. The artificial human that Charlie, a drifter, buys with an inheritance from his mother, is clever, beautiful and capable of just about anything a person could want from a companion. And maybe a few things they wouldn’t want.

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Pension options for over 55- 's What alternatives do you have at retirement?

Raiding your pension before retirement remains a popular option, with more than 1.3 million savers taking flexible payments from their pensions in the three years since 2015.

While the premise of withdrawing 25% of your pension pot tax-free is nothing new, the options you have when you reach the age of 55 have increased.

If you're considering taking money out of your pension pot, you've got lots to weigh up, but first of all you need to know what type of pension you have.

Pension types

Pensions usually fall into two different types: occupational or private schemes.

Private pensions, such as a stakeholder pension, personal pension or self­ invested personal pension (SIPP), are money purchase schemes.

Occupational pension schemes are further divided into defined contribution and defined benefit schemes - but pension freedoms only apply to defined contribution pensions.

Defined benefit pensions - also known as final salary pensions - are seen as the Rolls Royce of pensions as what you receive depends on your earnings when you retire and is not dependent upon investment performance and growth.

They are set up by your employer and provide you with a percentage of your final salary at retirement.

While final salary pensions do not qualify for pension freedoms, it is possible to convert them into a pot of cash - but beware this is area targeted by scammers and is a high-risk strategy as you will be giving up valuable guarantees.

Pension freedoms also do not apply to your state pension.

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Continuing to save into your pension until the time comes to retire is the default position for most retirement savers in the UK. You can contribute up to £40,000 of your annual earnings towards your pension pot in 2018/19 without paying tax, subject to taper rules which may apply to high earners and which reduce the annual allowance. This cap remains in place for 2019/20 at the time of writing.

Doing nothing is usually the best option unless you need the money for something in particular, whether that's to pay off your mortgage or help your grown-up child get on to the property ladder.

Withdraw everything If you did take this extreme step, the first 25% of your retirement savings would be free from tax and the remaining 75% would be taxed at your marginal rate of income tax.

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Whether you pay income tax on taking several lump sums depends on your total annual income in any financial year and the personal allowance.

You could withdraw up to £11,850 from your pension pot in 2018/19 without paying income tax on your withdrawals so long as you have received no other income in the tax year.

Any amount over this threshold will be taxed at your marginal rate of income tax.

This may be useful if you want to stagger your withdrawals over a period of time, such as to the point at which you retire.

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You could opt to take 25% tax-free after reaching the age of 55, and use the rest to buy a flexible income drawdown product.

As this is an investment, you should be aware that the value of your product can rise and fall at any time and you should accept the element of risk involved.

Lump sum and an annuity

Buying an annuity works in a similar way to buying a flexible income drawdown product in that you can withdraw 25% of your pension pot without paying tax and purchase an annuity with the rest.

The concept of buying an annuity is sound as they usually pay you a fixed annual income up until you die, but they have fallen out of favour with retirement savers in recent years.

If the idea of having a fixed annual income for the rest of your life appeals to you, be sure to shop around for the best annuity rates.

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It's possible to consider mixing and matching your pension options, such as using some of your pension pot to buy a flexible income drawdown product and some to purchase an annuity.

Various other combinations are available but be sure to seek professional advice before doing so as this is by far the most complex option.

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When the time comes to retire, what you do with your pension savings is one of the most important decisions you will make as it will affect the rest of your life.

The Government offers free guidance for over-50s through its Pension Wise initiative, which was introduced after the pension freedoms were brought in.

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With the pandemic placing additional strain on schools limited resources, the demand for laptops has far outstripped the availability. Up to three quarters of pupils have been learning from home often without the right equipment, placing additional strain on pupils, teachers and parents alike.

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Campaign Group Exploring ‘Cutting Edge’ Alternative to Solar Farm Proposal CAMPAIGNERS against a massive solar farm between Alfreton, Oakerthorpe and Shirland are working on proposals for an alternative green energy scheme for the area.

Save Our Countryside Action Group (SOCAG) is opposing plans by Kronos, a UK subsidiary of a German energy company, to build a 325-acre solar farm with panels up to 2.8 metres high.

CUTTING EDGE ALTERNATIVE As an alternative, SOCAG has engaged experts to carry out an audit of buildings around Alfreton to discover which buildings could be suitable for lightweight ‘solar film’ which could be installed on rooftops.

The new technology is ‘cutting edge’ and being developed by British companies.

SOCAG, which now has more than 1,300 supporters on Facebook, wants to work with local councils and other interested parties on ‘environmentally responsible’ green energy schemes – rather than the proposal by Kronos.

John Cleary, chairman of SOCAG, said: “We’re very keen to work with the local authorities and British-based cutting edge technology companies to promote environmentally responsible community energy projects that deliver economic and green energy benefits directly to the local community.

“Whilst opposing the Kronos development on legitimate planning grounds reflecting local people’s concerns, we will also be undertaking an audit of the built environment around Alfreton to provide empirical evidence of the potential for lightweight solar film to be deployed on roofs and buildings.

‘Once the (local) councils see the data we’re convinced they’ll take up the challenge county-wide and deliver the solar energy output local people want without ruining our landscape, heritage and biodiversity for generations to come.’

Mr Cleary added: “The feedback we’ve had from the local community clearly indicates that everyone understands the role solar can play in the renewable energy mix.”

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As part of its work, SOCAG has engaged with three heritage, landscape and ecology experts.

Their concerns include how the proposal would have a ‘considerable adverse impact on Alfreton Hall – a grade II listed building’ – as well as harming ‘the landscape character of Alfreton Park’.

It would also be visible from the Grade I listed ruins of Wingfield Manor, a site among the most important 2.5% of nationally-significant buildings, and is likely to cause ‘substantial harm to wildlife’.

Awaiting INFO So far, there have been more than 625 objections against the proposed solar farm, which is split into separate planning applications being considered by Amber Valley and North East Derbyshire Council.

The scheme is opposed by Alfreton Town Council, Shirland and Higham Parish Council, South Wingfield Parish Council, Derbyshire County Council leader, Cllr Barry Lewis, and Amber Valley MP Nigel Mills.

Amber Valley and North East Derbyshire are continuing to take account of objections and are advising anyone with further comments to upload them via the online planning portals, or send them by email or post.

Application reference AVA/2020/1224 Contact: Save Our Countryside Action Group by emailing socenquiries@gmail.com

At Voice Magazines we were pleased to receive a range of feedback to the previous article about the proposed Solar Farm Development. As advocates of environmental causes we are delighted to see SOCAG actively engaging in looking for alternative green energy solutions which fits in with the local area.

Do you have a campaign, event, group, society or class you’d like to share with your local community?

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One of the great things about this walk is that there are two options; a shorter walk (marked in green) which takes you right up by the Manor or another longer walk (marked in red), which gives you a great view of the manor from up on high. Enjoy!

3.5/4.5 mile circular from South Wingfield, around Wingfield Manor A moderate and varied walk for you and your dog. The route should take around 2/2.5 hours. The route has a couple of decent inclines and there are stiles to cross. There are a few stretches of road so take care. The terrain is generally good but as with all walks if it has been wet there will probably be some muddy sections so a good pair of boots or wellies as always is highly recommended.

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Continue to reaching a tarmacked road and turn left to follow the road up towards Manor 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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Alfreton Cricket Club As another season edges closer to the Asha Oval, Alfreton Cricket Club look forward with optimism towards April 17th and the challenges that the 2021 season will bring. With the difficulties and disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic last year, the return of a full competitive season is a welcoming thought for many as it brings some form of normality back to life.

Established in 1927, the club has 3 senior teams competing in the Derbyshire County Cricket League and also has a thriving junior set up. The 1st Team play in Division One of the DCCL league and welcome back two former players in Tom New and Elliot Bowles after re-signing for the upcoming season. Captain Jake Simpson and his side begin the season by welcoming local rivals Morton CCC to the Asha Oval. This game looks to be an exciting opener to the season, with the two clubs finishing 1st and 2nd last year in a shortened North/South split league.

The 2nd team have had a change in captaincy this season. With former captain James Fletcher stepping down, Callum Spencer has taken the reigns for the upcoming season. After mixed performances last season in the shortened North/ South setups, Spencer will look to rally the team to kick on and really push this year. The 2’s make the

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Despite currently being unaware of when our training sessions can start, the season currently will be starting on time. Whilst optimism of a successful season surrounds the club, the optimism for some form of normality for everyone involved with Alfreton CC is even more welcomed, and the opportunity to be back amongst friends again is exciting. The club are open for sponsorship opportunities for the upcoming season and if you are interested please contact the club through its social media pages! Hopefully by the time the next update is provided we are prepared for the new season, as a community we are all one step closer to normality but for now, stay healthy and stay safe!

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It is very rare these days for anyone involved in football to spend their entire career at just the one club, but that is exactly what Horace Twigg did.

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His match reports, particularly from away games, were eagerly anticipated as he not only gave a detailed account of how well the Hacademicals had fared, but an insight into what it was like to travel to such exotic Derbyshire locations as Riddings, Pinxton and Pye Bridge. For those living in the Hilcote/Blackwell area this was like hearing of another world.

Apparently he was football mad as a boy but was sadly handicapped with what in those days were called ‘two left feet’ and was never going to be good enough to play the game at a high level. Horace, one of Thomas’s heroes, lived next door to the Palfreymans, and taking the young fellow under his wing, arranged for him to sell programmes outside the Harena on match days.

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Unfortunately, on one particularly wild November afternoon, a strong gust of wind uprooted the tent and poor Tommy had all on just to save his programmes from being scattered to all corners of the district. As for the ‘teepee’, it was last seen just clearing the top of Herrod’s Hill, heading in the direction of The Urals.

Undaunted, Tommy still managed to sell every one of his stock of 500 programmes on that fateful day, and at a farthing each, the proceeds were used by grateful Club officials to construct a customised building for him. In time this came to be called Tommy’s Tin Hut, and it is claimed that over the border in Nottinghamshire, this became the model for Selston’s own Tin Hat.

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Gardener’s Calendar You may have been tempted into sowing some seeds indoors – and why not - but annual flowers such as nasturtiums and foxglove can be grown from seed outdoors now – and you can start bring your indoor seedlings out (during the day) to get them hardened off.

When putting seeds directly into the garden, it’s important to be sparing – about a finger’s width apart per seed in a shallow drill – you can use a cane to create the drill according to the depth instructions on the packet. If you over-fill the drill you risk the plants damping off due to overcrowding – and effectively you’re wasting seed.

The earth should be crumbled to a fine tilth and not too wet. Cover with fine soil or a peat free compost and then with fleece. This will hopefully keep the soil warm, but also stop pigeons and other birds using your seed drill as a takeaway. You can secure the fleece with sticks or by spading the edge down.

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If you want a head-start with planting it’s absolutely okay to go for plug plants from a garden centre or online – not everyone wants to grow from seed. Just make sure they’re kept in the right conditions on the container until it’s safe for them to go out.

Daffodils should be deadheaded after flowering but allow the foliage to die back naturally – no tying it in knots.

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