Amber Valley Voice Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks and Somercotes Edition May 2012

Amber Valley Voice Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks & Somercotes Edition May 2012

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Welcome to Amber Valley Voice Welcome to the May edition of the Amber Valley Voice. I hope that everybody had a great April and is looking forward to a bright, warm and sunny May. It has definitely been the wettest April whilst the country is officially in a drought, that I have ever seen….lets hope it is short lived!

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There are some great events taking place over the Diamond Jubilee weekend and I would recommend visiting Leabrooks Gallery to see the fantastic workshops that are taking place over the weekend. Also, St James Church Riddings is in partnership with many local organisations to run 3 days of fantastic family fun and you can read all about that on page 28 Please keep the reader recommends and updates coming in, it helps the local businesses and it is fantastic that the local community contributes so much to this magazine, it is what keeps it truly local. (Apologies to Heather at Body & Sole and Mrs Leivers in Alfreton for last months faux pas, but I’m glad to hear that so many readers are reading the magazine and thanks for all the calls).

Happy Reading!

Emily

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Help us help others in crisis both locally and around the world.. Visit our large charity shop in Ripley We sell quality clothing, books, CDs, cards for all occasions, household goods, bric-a-brac, furniture, new range of haberdashery items, toys and new goods.

Wanted Furniture and BricA-Brac urgently

Furniture collection & delivery service available

If you are interested in helping us, please call Darrell or Allison on 01773 749185 or pop into the shop at 20 Oxford Street, Ripley.

Quality donations welcome to help raise funds Registered charity no. 220949

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Local Businesses You Can Trust

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As well as being a vital guide to what is happening in your community the Amber Valley Voice has been set up to provide the people of Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks & Somercotes with a reliable resource to ind a reputable local company they can use when they need one. To achieve this we are working with a number of local business that either we have used ourselves or have come recommended from others. A good number of these are part of Derbyshire County Councils Trusted Trader scheme.

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Plastering Services - re-skims Over boarding, Repair & Patchwork Artex Removal Painting & Decorating, House Maintenance Property Renovation, Repairs, Improvements General Handyman Services Free Estimates, Fully Insured Minor brick work and rep ointing

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MKS Electrical & Alarms Family Run Business For quality interior and exterior domestic painting and decorating Free estimates No Job too small Time served City Wallpapering & Guilds Coving Local friendly Feature Walls service Staircases

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Friendly and Reliable Part P Registered Derbyshire Trusted Trader Rewires & Landlord Reports Electrical Safety Certi icates Alarms, Lighting & Sockets All Electrical Work Undertaken P.A.T Testing CCTV Call Mick - 01773 600 419 Mobile - 0753 0167 606 sales@mkselectrical.co.uk www.mkselectrical.co.uk

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For a free, no obligation quote or advice call Anthony on:

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

Derby Jubilee Celebrations & Festival of Youth Bring a picnic and join the celebrations for the Queens Diamond Jubilee in the Market Place, Derby. The Big Screen will be showing all the highlights of the River Pageant on the Thames. In association with East Midlands Reserve Forces & Cadets Association, Derbyshire.

For more information call 01332 255800 or visit www.derbylive.co.uk

Sight Support Annual Duck Race Sight support are the only charity in Derbyshire for blind and partially sighted adults and children.

On 2nd June the annual Duck race will take place on Cathedral Green in Derby from 11am with the race starting at 2pm. A duck can be brought and dressed for £30 and the winning prize is £250. There will be lots for all the family including a visit from a Derby County player and Rammie.

For more information call 01332 287008 or visit sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk

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7 “Last Night of the Proms” at St Andrews Church A chance to enjoy a Brass Band and Organ Concert with the Bildford Welfare Band and Organist David Redfern. Tickets include refreshments.

Saturday 23rd June, 7:30pm. Tickets £6, available on the door or in advance by calling 01773 605291 or 01773 541458.

Belper Short Play Festival This should be a fantastic event with performances taking place in cafes, restaurants, pubs and the Strutt Centre and outdoor performances as well.

There is even an opportunity to take part in an en masse reading of Shakespeares “all the worlds a stage” speech.

Saturday 2nd - Monday 4th June. times and places vary For more information visit belpershortplays.com or call 07845 400914

United Bene6ice of Riddings & Ironville Summer Fayre Stalls, competitions, grand prize draw, refreshments available. All welcome with special activities for children. Free to attend. All proceeds to United BeneEice 23rd June, 11am - 2pm. At the church lawns, Ironville Church.

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Book Review Old Scores by Leigh Dallas Rose

Let me start with a warning. Due to the sexual scenes within this book it is not suitable for children or those that are easily offended. Now that’s said lets get back to the book.

As a football fan I was intrigued by this book. It takes a different approach to most football novels, focussing on the lower end of the football league which is a far cry from the polished and glamorous world that dominates the back and increasingly the front pages of the tabloid press.

Leigh Dallas Rose, who is local to this area, is not a writer many would have heard of before as this is his first published novel. Clearly he has drawn on his own experiences as Leigh spent the start of his long career in football with several years working at Derby County as a scout after his playing career was ended by an injury.

This novel follows the journey of the affable but naïve Paul Breakwell, whose last chance looks to have past him by a long time ago. Until the washed-up and disgraced ex-manager Nigel Lander stumbles upon Pauls talent one day and it re-ignites his love of the ‘beautiful game’. It’s a chance meeting that will change the course of their lives, dragging them into a murky world of sex, drugs and iniquity which surrounds the unscrupulous Billy Blades.

They will need to keep their wits about them and trust in their new friendship if they are to come out of this unscathed.

I enjoyed reading this book and would happily recommend to broadminded readers who enjoy a well-paced and spicy thriller which develops the characters and storyline well, building the intrigue of the reader so that you end up racing towards the dramatic conclusion.

GRANGE STREET BOWLS CLUB The new outdoor Elat green season is starting soon and we are looking for new members young or mature, male or female, total beginner or vastly experienced.

Playing every Saturday with the option of competing in League games until mid September. For more information please contact: John Hatrop (Chairman) 07702470620 or Phil Woodhouse (Secretary) 07791075014

We would particularly welcome interest from female and young players If you’ve always wanted to give it a try why not come along to our

Beginners Session Saturdays- 10am - 1pm Tuition and equipment available Full annual membership - £40 (discount for16 year olds & under) Includes green fees, use of facilities and use of equipment.

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9 A quality service from a +inalist in the World Roo+ing Championships

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SOUTH WINGFIELD BOWLS CLUB Your local Crown Green Bowls Club is getting ready for the new season and is looking for new members - both new and experienced players, young and the not so young.

Why not come along and give Crown Green Bowls a try.

Opportunities to play in one of our league teams or play just for pleasure.

Located next to the Social Club in South Wingfield.

Please give us a call for more information Tim (Secretary) on 01773 829731 Mark (Vice Chairman) on 0782 4591077

Dan Kelly WINDOWS AND DOORS

Windows Doors and Conservatories

Dan Kelly Book an order before 31st Jan and receive a full general service of windows and doors

Dan Kelly Fascias, Sof+its & Guttering, Bi-fold Doors, Carports Misted / Broken Glass Units Locksmith General Servicing etc

Single items or full house removals Waste removal service Any distance covered Very competitive prices Transit van, Luton van & 7.5 Tonne truck available

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Saturday 19th May 10am - 4pm At Ironville Church

Olde worlde displays

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Need a venue for your wedding reception, anniversary, funeral wake, birthday celebration, christening, meeting or conference, sports presentation, fair or exhibition, dance, etc. ?

Capacity for 200 people Kitchen Facilities or you can cater for yourself Fully Licensed Bar Facilities included Ample Free Car Parking Disabled access & Hearing loop fitted Baby Changing Facilities For bookings contact - Jane Ward (01773) 602892 For details of weekly events :- (01773) 607907 To Advertise please call Emily on 01773 604178 or 07891 639638

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Editors Choice For Mothers day we treated my mum to a beautifully gift wrapped voucher for the pre-holiday package from Heather at Body & Sole and I joined her for a girly day of indulgence.

Our day started at 10am with robes and Elip Elops waiting for us in a beautiful room over looking the garden. We then moved on to a full schedule of treatments before stopping for a fabulous afternoon tea, which included champagne and strawberries!! The wax Heather uses is brilliant and was much less painful!! She did a great job with the lash and brow tint and the nails.

I can’t speak highly enough of Heather.

She pampered us all day with total professionalism and we really enjoyed our day of luxury.

Reader Recommends Mrs Leivers from Alfreton contacted me to tell me about the fantastic treatment that Heather at Body and Sole had performed on her shoulder problem.

When Mrs Leivers Eirst saw Heather, she couldn’t lift her arm above waist level but after several treatments, she can now lift it above her head. She said that “it was a very professional, relaxing and calm environment and was so happy with the result”.

She also said that “ I’ve had lots of other treatments too and they are all fantastic”.

If you have a recommendation about any of the advertisers in the Amber Valley Voice that you would like to pass on to our readers then please let us know by calling Emily on 01773 604178 or 07891 639638 or email us on; info@ambervalleyvoice.co.uk

All treatments take place in a luxurious environment in our beautiful garden view room. With ample parking and well respected products available to purchase, you can be sure of a relaxing and enjoyable visit.

Exclusive packages for Amber Valley Voice Readers All packages are available as beautifully wrapped and fragranced gift vouchers

Manicure & Pedicure Offer - £40 Shellac 14 day Manicure & Pedicure (on like polish, wears like gel, off in minutes)

Saving of over £11

Quote ‘Amber Valley Voice’ upon booking and bring this magazine to redeem.

Bookings valid until 31st August

Spring Refresh Mavala Offer - £50 Luxury Facial, Back and Shoulder massage Including Mavala take home products worth £34.50)

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16 This month we are sharing with you our dogs favourite walk. Shipley Park is a great place to take your dog with a variety of scenery and heaps of off-lead walking. There are lots of nice walks around the park with more information available at the visitors centre. If you have a favourite of your own why not share it with us by email at info@ambervalleyvoice.co.uk or by calling Emily on 01773 604178 or 07891 639638 3 1/2 Mile Walk Around Shipley Park Another great walk for you and your dog it offers a range of scenery and plenty of off-lead walking. The route is quite short taking about 1 1/2 hours allowing you to explore the park. It is fairly flat with some small uphill sections and the terrain is mixed with some sections which can be fairly muddy if it has been wet.

Park in the car park by the visitors centre. (There is a charge for parking of £1.20 for 2 hrs, £2.40 for 4 hrs and £3.60 for the day)

Begin the walk at the corner of the car park by the “Welcome to Shipley Country Park” sign. Take the path to the right of the sign. After about 50 meters turn right through a gate taking the path that leads up towards the fenced wooded area called Cinderhill.

Enter Cinderhill and follow the path around to the left. After a short while you will come across a split in the path where you will turn left.

Exit Cinderhill and go straight on across the path and through a gap in the hedge into a large field. Take the path that leads diagonally across the field.

At the far end of the field exit onto Shipley Lane and turn right walking towards Derby Lodge.

Turn Left just before Derby Lodge and follow the road up to where it splits, taking the right hand road.

Follow the Road as it bends round to the right, following the sign for “Horsepool Hill Woodland” and then turn left following the sign for “Hall Site”.

You will soon reach the Site of Shipley Hall. Feel free to walk around and explore before taking the path that leads towards to building shaped like a tower.

Follow the path around the ‘tower’. At the point where the grass ends and there is a large stump on your right take the path into the wooded area.

At the end of the path, where it meets the Shipley Lane turn left in the direction of Mapperley Reservoir.

At the bottom of the road turn right, in the direction of the car park then bear left before turning left at the ticket machine, taking the path towards Mapperley reservoir.

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At the reservoir turn right, following the soil path as it runs alongside water. (Ensure you keep your dog(s) on a lead as there may be anglers.)

Eventually the path will lead you into a wooded area called John Wood. You will come to a split in the path. Take the path on the right and cross the small bridge before immediately turning right at marker “18”.

At the end of the path you emerge from the woods and arrive at Bell Lane. Turn right and follow Bell Lane for about 500 meters.

On your left will be the Coppice Hill Bridleway which has a large green gate and a sign marked “visitor centre” and “Information” at the start. Take this route back towards the visitor centre.

After a little under 400 meters you will come to the Cinderhill area. Join the path bearing left.

Follow this path and it will bring you back to the Visitors Centre and the car park.

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

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Traditional Chinese Acupuncture Susan Nelson-Sheldon Lic.Ac. MBAcC • Highly experienced & fully qualiCied practitioner • Five-Element Acupuncture, T.C.M Acupuncturist & Kinesiologist • General Practice including Arthritis, Migraines, Gout and Stress • Fertility Specialist for both men and women, including heavy or painful periods and menopause problems

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What’s on in Derbyshire?

A selection of some of the best cultural delights coming up in Derbyshire

Derby Theatre - Box Of#ice: 01332 593939, www.derbytheatre.co.uk Julius Caesar The Oddsocks company are back with a hilarious production of this political thriller.

Set in 44BC and set against the backdrop of a sporting contest, this most famous of coup d'é tats promises to amuse and enthral.

Monday 11th - Wednesday 13th June. 7:30pm Tickets £10 - £17

The Butter+ly Lion A new stage production of the award winning story from Michael Morpurgo, the author of War Horse. The ButterEly Lion tells the story of Bertie and the journey his life takes from when the orphaned white lion cub he rescued is sold to the circus, to the day they are reunited.

Wednesday 23rd May - Friday 8th June, various times.

Tickets £8 - £24

Assembly Rooms, Derby—Box Of#ice 01332 255800 www. derbylive.co.uk The Dumb Waiter / The Lover A rare opportunity to see these two dark witty dramas in a double bill from the nobel prize winning Harold Pinter. Presented by the European Arts Company these two performances promise to be both thrilling and full of intrigue delivering high entertainment and high quality theatre.

Wednesday 23rd Thursday 24th May, 7:30pm.

Tickets: £13, concessions £11

Cirque du Ciel: Shanghai A 2 hour extravaganza combining acrobats, modern dance, original music, martial arts and various Chinese elements including stunts, aerial skills and the famous Monkey Poles. With superb costumes, sets and lighting this performance promises to be breath-taking and enthralling.

Friday 8th to Sunday 10th June - Fri & Sat 7.30pm. Sat and Sun 2:30pm. Tickets: £14 - £24, Concessions available.

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It has been a fairly poorly kept secret that I disappeared with a few close friends and family last month to foreign climbs to get married. I had been thinking for months about what I could do to thank them all for their great efforts in joining us, whilst making it fun, original and personal to each of them…..then up pops Darren!!

I came across his business card by chance and I couldn’t believe my luck, a caricature for each guest with personal touches to reElect their interests, which we made into a game of ‘guess who’ on the day! It went down a storm and I can’t recommend it highly enough.

Darren was fantastic from start to Einish, I would e-mail him some photos (head on of course...and whilst trying to keep it a surprise that took some explaining to family and friends!), stating their eye colours and personal interests and hobbies and he would do the rest. We would also get a copy via e-mail so that on the one occasion where I wanted a slight amendment, he would oblige willingly and I would get the amended version within 24 hours. He even put a little hidden logo on each caricature with our initials and date, so that guests would remember for years to come...a really lovely personal touch.

I think the most surprising thing for me is that , although I knew they would be really well received, they were more popular than I ever thought. Most people have them up and framed already and because the likeness is so good and the artistry is so original, I know that some of my friends and family have ordered work from him already for peoples birthdays and anniversaries, which is great.

So, if you want something original for a celebration of any kind….contact Darren, you won’t regret it!

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What’s on in Derbyshire?

A selection of some of the best cultural delights coming up in Derbyshire

Buxton Opera House - Box Of#ice: 0845 127 2190, www.buxtonoperahouse.co.uk Murder Mistaken Bruce James Productions present Eilm, TV and stage writer Janet Greens mystery thriller set in 1950’s England. Charismatic Edward Bare has an eye for older women and a passion for their money. A tense psychological thriller that will keep you enthralled.

Wednesday 6th - Saturday 9th June - 7:30pm, Thurs & Sat Matinee 2:30pm.

Tickets - £12 - £17

Pomegranate Theatre, Chester#ield, Box Of#ice: 01246 345334/345222 Raining Men Presented by Angel Browne Ltd this performance promises to have you laughing and singing along. It’s nearly Halloween and the nightclub has lost its act. Step forward Phil the bouncer, Doug the dj and Colin the barman who come up with an act that will drag the punters in. Contains strong language and adult content.

Monday 21st - Wednesday 23rd May, 7.30pm and Wed matinee at 2pm.

Tickets - Adults £13, Concessions £10, Children £8.

Do you have something to shout about?

Calling all local businesses to a Business Networking Forum for Breakfast.

Wednesday 30th May 2012 @ Alfreton Golf Club - 7:30am until 9am For further information and to book a place please contact: info@alfretonbusinessclub.co.uk

Are you a local sports club with results to tell the community about or looking for new recruits?

Are you running a community event that needs promoting or are you raising money for charity?

Are you a community leader that needs to liaise with the wider community?

Call Emily at Amber Valley Voice on: 01773 604178 / 07891 639638 info@ambervalleyvoice.co.uk

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Swanwick & Somercotes Safer Neighbourhood update

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OfEicers from Somercotes and Swanwick Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team have been on anti-social behaviour patrols with a teacher from a local school.

PC Chris Anthony from the team said: “There have been a number of anti-social behaviour incidents reported recently involving children from local schools.

“We approached Swanwick Hall School to work with us in identifying offenders and carrying out work to prevent anti-social behaviour in the local area. “Mr Whitehead who is a teacher at Swanwick Hall came out on patrol with us on Friday, April 27 and we are looking to run similar initiatives like this in the future.”

Each local area has a dedicated Safer Neighbourhood team to tackle problems in your area. For further information on your team log on to www.derbyshire.police.uk or call the non-emergency number 101.

To report crime anonymously call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

(Picture L-R: PCSO Mark Rogers, PC Chris Anthony and PCSO Chris Bannister)

KLEEFORD COIN AUCTIONS Regular monthly sales of Coins, Medals, Bank Notes, Tokens, Small gold and Silver items

Do you have unwanted coins, banknotes or medals in a box at home?

Call me for a free professional and without obligation valuation.

Now online at:

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THE GARDENER LAWNS MAINTAINED . WEED & FEED GARDENS MAINTAINED / CLEARED HEDGES CUT / REMOVED ONE OFF JOB OR REGULAR MAINTENANCE FRIENDLY PROFESSIONAL ADVICE GIVEN FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE CALL TREVOR ON 078906 88450

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ESTB; 1999.

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Sound familiar? It's the wonderful combination of the relief of being outside and full of the joys of spring, and the contrast of a body that hasn't done this kind of activity for months on end, perhaps is more used to sitting at a desk, in a car, or on a sofa ... and is complaining!

But it need not be this way. Just a few simple precautions can reduce the likelihood of our Derbyshire clay soil getting the better of us and help us feel confident in gardening throughout the summer without repercussion.

First of all-see it as the exercise that it is- and warm up. That doesn't necessarily mean jogging down the street and stretching (though it may help) but simply avoid the harsh transition between relaxing Sunday morning papers and digging trenches!

For instance, start with the lighter tasks which don't involve prolonged bending or heavy lifting and progress to the heavier tasks. Even then, avoid hours flexed in one position weeding or planting and intersperse it with carrying around tools and clearing rubbish, as well as regular tea breaks- after all, it is supposed to be a leisurely activity isn't it?

Regularly straighten, stretch and walk around and try to avoid positions with one leg forwards whilst stooping, as this often strains the sacro-iliac joint giving rise to low back pain. If you have to do this, then make sure you put the opposite foot forwards for a while: you are using opposite muscles, giving one half of your body a wellearned break and creating more muscular balance in your body. This in turn helps prevent strain on joints and it is often the small simple actions which avoid injuries.

Plan when to finish and stick to it! That way you can wind down rather than doing heavy tasks when you are tired, which is increasing your chance of injury. Stretching afterwards will promote a good blood flow, rejuvenating tired muscles and reducing lactic acid build-up and subsequent aches.

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DVD Review - The Iron Lady(12A)

It’s fair to say that Margaret Thatcher is a somewhat divisive character. But no matter what your political afEiliations this is a Eilm that will absorb most viewers, not least because of the stunning performance of Meryl Streep, which deservedly won her the Oscar for best actress.

The Eilm joins Maggie in more recent times, long after her heyday.

But now the Iron Lady is a lot more fragile and is haunted by the ghosts of her past and hallucinations of her husband Dennis, who is played by the excellent Jim Broadbent. The Eilm Elashes back through her life, beginning in her childhood where the role her father played inEluencing her political views can be clearly seen, through to meeting Dennis, then her rise to power and her tumultuous years in ofEice and ending in her eventual painful resignation.

Whilst sympathetic to the person, this Eilm does not look to put much of a spin on the rights or wrongs of Margaret Thatchers politics. Instead it paints a proEile of a woman who despite her massive impact on British society struggled to develop the personal connections that nurture us through our lives, leaving her isolated and disconnected from the society we now live in.

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Selected DVD Releases

Selected Cinema Releases

14th May Underworld Awakening (18) - Kate Beckinsale Charles Dance

11th May Dark Shadows (TBC) - Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter

Sherlock Holmes (12) - Robert Downey Jr, Jude Law,

25th May Men In Black III (TBC) - Will Smith, Tommy Lee Jones

21st May Man On A Ledge (12) - Sam Worthington, Jamie Bell

Moonrise Kingdom (TBC) - Bruce Willis, Tilda Swanson, Bill Murray

28th May The Artist (PG) - Jean Dujardin, Berenice Bejo, John Goodman

1st June Snow White And The Huntsman (TBC) - Chalize Theron, Chris Hemsworth

1st June The Woman In Black (12) - Daniel Radcliffe

8th June Prometheus (TBC) - Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender

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Sunday 3rd June - 3pm onwards Riddings Park Community singing accompanied by Brass Bands Followed by a big picnic in the park (please bring your own) All Welcome

Monday 4th June - 12pm onwards St James Church, Riddings Family Event - Village walk with clues and prizes.

You are invited to wear Fancy dress Followed by a BBQ around the church and street party by the side of the church All Welcome

Tuesday 5th June Riddings Community Centre 10am - 11am - Bingo (50’s/60’s style fancy dress optional) 1.30pm - 4pm - Sequence and Party dancing 4pm - 8pm - A range of fantastic stalls in Community Centre 8pm - 10.30pm - Social Dance All Welcome Don’t forget to mention the Amber Valley Voice when responding to Ads

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It’s getting to that exciting time of year where summer bedding plants are starting to take off at last; but you still need to be careful with them – given the weather we’ve had it’s worth waiting until it looks like there’s some consistent days of Eine weather before you plant them out – cold wet can really knock growth back.

It seems cruel, but now’s the time to nip out the growing tips of plants to make them produce more bushy growth – we all desperately want to see the Eirst Elowers but if you’re cruel to be kind you’ll Einish up with a much bigger display later.

If you’re potting up plants like geraniums don’t put them in too big a pot – just go into the next size once the roots are starting to grow out of the existing one. Too much space for the roots means they’ll be working to spread out looking for nutrition rather than putting their main effort into producing Elowers. Good roots are healthy but we’re really after the Elowers...

Top Tip If you’re potting your plants on – into containers for example, don’t feed for the Eirst six weeks or so. Most compost you can buy has nutrition included – you don’t want to overfeed and Einish up with lots of foliage and fewer Elowers.

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Your Local MP Nigel Mills (Conservative)

Upcoming Surgeries: Friday 1st June – 5pm - 6pm - Riddings Park Community Centre, DE55 4EW Friday 1st June – 6.15pm - 7pm - Ironville Church Hall, NG16 5NN Friday 8th June - 5pm - 7pm - Waingroves Methodist Church, DE5 9TB Appointments may be made by calling: Local OfEice Number: 01773 744341 House of Commons Tel No. 020 219 7233 e-mail: nigel.mills.mp@parliament.uk

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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your magazine...

Acupuncturist Susan Nelson-Sheldon

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Auctioneer Kleeford Coin Auctions 23 Beauty Body & Sole Arbonne International

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Book Keeping Above Parr

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Builder DB Builders R.H. Building services

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Butchers Owen Taylor Ltd Caricaturist Darren Amphlett

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Riddings Community Centre 13 South Wingfield Bowls Club 10 St James Church Diamond Jubilee Celebrations 28 Things to do 6/7 What’s on in Derbyshire 20&22 Gardener / Handyman Jobs 2 Do 4 Cutting Edge 29 The Gardener 23 Hairdressers Elite Hair and Beauty Joiner/Handyman Liam Bullock Letting Agent Amber Homes Lettings

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Painter/Decorator David Draper Duffield Decorator

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Pet Supplies Seals Fodder Room

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Plastering Complete Plastering

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Plumbing & Heating B.Sole Plumbing Belper Gas Showroom Heritage Heating Flowfayre

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Printer Warwick Printers

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Electrician MKS Electrical & Alarms 5 Electrical Goods Safeway Electrical

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Events/Community Services Alfreton Business Club 22 Derbyshire Constabulary 23 Dog Walks in Amber Valley 16&17 Grange Street Bowls Club 8 Ironville Church Event 12

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Removals 2 Men 1 Van

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Restaurant Bluey’s Bar & Bistro

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Roofing Derbyshire Rubber Roofing 9 ST Roofing 4 Solicitors QS Chapman & Chubb

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Tiler Phil Bond

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Tree Surgeon Tom Cooper

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Will Writing Grange Wills

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Charity Shops Red Cross Ripley

Dentist Glendair

Property Services AJS Property Services

Windows & Doors Dan Kelly Windows & Doors Window Wizard

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