Village Voice No 240 November 2012
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by FRANK HUGHES IT’S FULL speed ahead for the Melbourne late night shopping event – despite the current chair of the organisers, Promote Melbourne, standing down. There was some concern that with Ruth Malloy stepping down for personal and health reasons, the event might lose some drive and direction. However, the remaining members of Promote Melbourne are stepping into the gap and forging ahead. All plans are in place for the popular event on Friday, November 23, with more stalls and more entertainments laid on than in previous years. It promises to be a night full of festive Christmas spirit and atmosphere. The event will start with a lantern procession from Budgens at 5.45 pm, followed by switching on the Christmas tree lights at 6pm. Lord Ralph Kerr and Cllr Mick Bale, chairman of South Derbyshire District Council, will lead the procession ably assisted by a new town crier. The theme for the procession is The 12 Days of Christmas. Shops, business and charities will be represented in the street market and some of the local traders will be providing mulled wine, mince pies and chocolate giveaways. As well as all shops being open there will be a wide variety of stalls to tempt shoppers with food, drink and Christmas gift ideas. Promote Melbourne’s spokesman Paul Wilson (Melbourne Print) said: “It will be even better than last year with such a wide range and variety of stallholders. I am really excited about it.” There will be a raffle on behalf of the Melbourne Schools Parents’ Association with a top prize of £100 in vouchers, and Santa will be setting up his grotto in the Wesley Hall. Melbourne Town Band and Bon Jazz will be performing while Melbourne Parish Church Choir will sing carols in the Market Place. Melbourne Operatic Society will perform outside the Assembly Rooms at 7.30pm. There will also be the opportunity to preview the Melbourne Festival Christmas Art Sale, which will be set up in the Assembly Rooms ready for the sale over the weekend. With the event running until 9pm it does promise to be an extravaganza for the whole town. Residents of Derby Road, Potter Street, Chapel Street and Blanchcroft and bus passengers will need to be aware that road closures will be in force from around 3.30pm to allow stall holders to set up. Inbound traffic will be diverted along Queensway or South Street and there will be no access to Derby Road at the Market Place.
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TIME stood still for two minutes in Melbourne as hundreds gathered in Church Square to pay their respects to the fallen. A cold, bright sunny Remembrance Day saw one of the largest turnouts at the War Memorial with representatives from the Armed Services, local authorities, churches, cadets, schools, branches of Scouting, emergency services and the British Legion laying wreaths.
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● AN AUCTION of Promises took place at Melbourne URC hall in aid of Treetops Hospice and church funds. The event was very well supported with much interest shown in the103 lots up for auction. The skill of the auctioneer teased out generous bidding and the event raised £1,600. Pictured inspecting some of the lots prior to the auction are (l-r): John Shields (Treetops patron), Gay Evans (community fund-raiser Treetops Hospice), Charles Loake (auctioneer) and Margaret Loydall, of the URC.
THE Melbourne Health Walk that has been taking place each Wednesday at 1pm has unfortunately had to be cancelled due to lack of interest. The organisers are still keen to maintain a similar regular walk in Melbourne at an alternative time and would like to hear from anyone who would be interested in becoming a walk leader to work together to set up a new group. Please make contact at tor@roslistonforestrycentre.co.uk
Chance for say on jobs and housing strategy earmarked Derby Global Technology Cluster south of Sinfin Moor down to the A50, to attract badly needed employment. Smaller villages are not specifically identified for growth other than for local needs and the strategic vision for places like Melbourne remains unchanged. Cllr John Harrison, SDDC's Deputy Leader, said: “No further developments are envisaged in either Melbourne or Kings Newton, which is to be welcomed, but the prospect of 500 houses at Chellaston Fields is alarming with Chellaston Academy already at or near its admissions capacity. "The new houses will be needed to satisfy the projected demand in the Derby HMA, but can only proceed if a new, quality secondary school is built and staffed to accommodate the pupil population in that part of the academy's current catchment south of the Trent. Moreover, the proposed new developments in South Derbyshire's urban core are also likely to take-up the existing limited slack in Swadlincote's secondary schools, which closes them down as an alternative…” Much remains unanswered in the plans, including proposals for transport, shops and schooling, so the strategy is very much at the preliminary stage. A number of drop-in sessions are being planned targeting areas most affected and, following enquiries from the Village Voice, one is now planned for Melbourne on Friday, November 16 (3pm to 7.30pm) in The Studio, ● Short or long term Melbourne Assembly Rooms. ● Commercial & domestic storage Other local consultation events ● 24-Hour access still to take place will be held at ● 24-Hour on-site security/CCTV Chellaston Academy on November 21 and Elvaston Village Hall on December 6. South Derbyshire District Council will welcome all comTrent Lane, Kings Newton, Melbourne, Derby DE73 8BT ments until December 21. info@newtonselfstorage.co.uk www.newtonselfstorage.co.uk
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School’s catering team finds recipe for success
Is your child struggling with maths? Could their writing be better? Do they want a higher level or exam grade? WHEN it comes to food the catering team at Melbourne's Junior and Infant schools is the creme de la creme. The catering team and the school kitchens have been judged by Derbyshire County Council to be the best of all 240 primary schools in Derbyshire and handed the platinum award of excellence. A presentation was made to Laura Russell, catering supervisor, and her team by Mike Longdon, DCC Cabinet Member for Education, at the school in front of all the pupils, staff and guests. Laura was presented with a certificate, silver salver and a bouquet while all the
members of her team each received a bouquet. The annual awards are made following an unannounced visit and inspection of the facilities by the DCC catering team, who assess the quality of food, meals, menus, processes and procedures – in some ways like an Ofsted assesment. The Melbourne catering team prepares 400 meals a day for the two schools and transports meals to Sale and Davys Infants School at Barrow on Trent. Laura Russell told the Village Voice: “I didn’t expect such a turnout of people or for it to be such a big affair. It was great to re-
ceive the award but it’s really for the whole team – they are really great and they were all over the moon.” Laura has been part of the school catering team for 17 years and has been head cook and catering supervisor for five years. “We have won the gold award in the past,” she added, “but to win the platinum award was really special.” The award-winning team is pictured above (l-r) Emma Stratton, Jayne Williamson, Sarah Rawlinson, Laura Russell, Diana Robinson, Julie Eccles and Tracey Clennell with Councillor Mike Longdon.
● MELBOURNE Rotary Club has taken part in an inspiring fundraising challenge set by Rainbows Hospice, of Loughborough. The hospice gave 50 of their supporting organisations a crisp £50 note each, and sent them away to use their imagination and initiative to raise as much as they could in three months. That time has now passed, and the Rotary Club has raised no less than £2,142. The challenge started with a plant sale, held at Staunton Harold, which raised £189; then, at the Melbourne Festival, the tombola stall raised £692. A weekly raffle at Rotary Club meetings produced a further £120, and a fashion show (pictured left) at Calke Abbey, supported by the National Trust, provided a great evening’s entertainment and a profit of £1,091. Photo by Debra Burgiss-Lin
David’s work is recognised OUTSTANDING people had their achievements and contributions to communities across Derbyshire recognised at the county council's annual Excellence in the Community Awards ceremony in Buxton. Councillor Andrew Lewer, Leader of Derbyshire County Council, introduced the awards which recognised achievements in six categories. David Brown, from Aston-on-Trent, was one of the 66 individuals chosen to receive certificates and glass trophies, which were presented by the chairman of the county council, Councillor George Wharmby. David's award was in the Volunteering/ Improving Life category. For many years David has been the driving force behind Aston-
on-Trent’s Neighbourhood Watch Scheme, which now includes almost all of the village’s 800 properties. He was one of the main instigators of the Aston-on-Trent Well Dressing Festival, which has become an annual event and grown to be one of the biggest in the county. David set up, and still chairs, the village community group which allows groups to co-ordinate dates and events throughout the year. He edits the quarterly village magazine ACORN, keeping everyone informed of events organised by 30 local groups and businesses, particularly keeping elderly people feeling part of village life. David was nominated by Councillor Haydn Wheeler, chairman of Aston-on-Trent Parish Council.
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Sat 1, Sun 2, Sat 8, Sun 9, Sat 15, Sun 16, Sat 22, Sun 23, 11am – 6.30pm (last entry 6pm) Catch a glimpse inside the house and follow a Christmas tree trail to the church. Enjoy Children’s crafts and visit Father Christmas in his grotto. As darkness falls, experience the grounds and house illuminated. Adult £4, Child £2.50, Family £12 (members free) Father Christmas Grotto £4 (includes present).
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Wakes and hallowe’en events pass off peacefully THE NOVEMBER Parish Council meeting was a quiet affair with only one member of the public in attendance and no public questions. PCSO Emma Guest gave a brief but encouraging police report, stating that there had been no incidents of anti-social behaviour during Wakes week, Hallowe'en or on Bonfire night. There had been several attempted burglaries in the town, but increased patrols, plain clothed police operations and targeted observations may have helped to reduce criminal activity. Speed Watch training with members of Melbourne Neighbourhood Watch has taken place and they are now ready to take on a speed watch campaign in selected locations. A representative for East Midlands Airport attended and spoke briefly about the Annual Sustainability Investment report, the Community Flyer and Travelling Tim, EMA's new mascot that will be available to attend community events. Copies of the publications were left for councillors to peruse at their leisure. They can also be downloaded from the website eastmidlandsairport.com District Cllr Jim Hewlett made reference to the SDDC public drop-in session planned for Friday, November 16, at the Assembly Rooms (3pm-7pm), regarding the Preferred Growth Strategy, the plans for housing, businesses and infrastructure for the area until 2028 to which everyone is invited. The planning application for 55 Derby Road, Melbourne, the creation of eight living units, has gone to appeal. The kerbside collection of plastics and cardboard is still under review. Initial quotations to introduce an additional service were too expensive, but new contracts for the collection of waste are under review and are likely to include both when awarded in the new financial year. The public toilets at the junction of Market Place and High Street will remain closed while South Derbyshire District Council reviews the options of using hand cleansing gel or traditional soap and water in the sinks that are currently out of order. The parish council agreed to install more visible signage at the toilet block advising that they are closed and to direct people to the
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the silly games on the green and have a fun time. Barry had asked that it should be a present-free zone, but those attending made donations towards a charity of Barry’s choice. A total of £400 was later presented to the Cancer Unit at The Royal Derby Hospital. The partygoers are pictured on the club green with Barry positioned third from right on bottom row.
ANCIeNT fOOTPATh geTS fACeLIfT MEMBERS of Melbourne Footpath Group spent four hours recently clearing the ancient footpath from Melbourne to Castle Donington. They erected a new waymarking post at Ramsley and cut through several hedges to clear the route to the Leicestershire border. They were given training and were supervised by a Derbyshire County Council Ranger. When they reached the Leicestershire border they were disappointed to find the route blocked by plant growth so they cleared this as well. The group hopes to encourage more walkers to use this section and press for improvements of the route; it has been included in Melbourne Civic So-
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One-way or not one-way ... that is the question by FRANK HUGHES IT MAY not be quite Celtic versus Rangers or City versus United, but the proposed one-way traffic scheme is dividing village opinion right down the middle. Ian Turner's letter (Village Voice, September) has sparked quite a spate of letter writing and this month's postbag seemed to be three to one against the proposed one-way system. Potter Street resident John Robinson suggested that a one-way system might actually increase congestion along Derby Road rather than diminish it, pointing out that residents of both Chapel Street and Potter Street inevitably would have to drive along Derby Road to exit the village. The heavy lorries heading for the industrial sites on Chapel Street would also need to negotiate the busiest of our thoroughfares and a nasty
right turn, rather than being able to access from Station Road. Whilst unconvinced a one-way system would work, Judith Baron took issue with the suggestion that Melbourne does not have a chronic traffic problem in some places. Living on Derby Road she is most concerned about the traffic passing at speed alongside narrow single-file footpaths, occasionally mounting them to let other vehicles pass. She felt the problem was mainly in “thoughtless or dangerous” road use; better signing to give priority to vehicles heading into Melbourne, in accordance with the Highway Code, could resolve it. This was also the view of a number of the shopkeepers along Derby Road, who do not wish to see a reduction in the passing trade they enjoy. A better No Parking refuge at the bottom of the Blanchcroft turn would diminish the Mexican stand-offs regularly wit-
● A NEW bench has been donated to Ticknall Parish Council by local electricity company Western Power Distribution (WPD). The seat has been positioned on the triangle on Ashby Road, by the turning for Staunton Lane. Parish clerk Celia Bunston said: “We are delighted to have received the donation from WPD. This has enabled us to replace the bus shelter that was destroyed by gale force winds earlier this year.” WPD’s Distribution Manager, Simon Havill, (standing left) and WPD’s local Team Manager, Karl Ashfield, share the picture with Julie Tibbert, the chair of the parish council (seated left) with local residents Peter and Jean Burden.
nessed between Jack’s Café and the antique shop. Chapel Street resident Professor Janet Spencer thought that speeding traffic down Chapel Street would only get worse with a one-way system – a point echoed by Mr Robinson for Potter Street. A one-way system would most likely exacerbate this problem, not fix it. Mr Robinson was keen that any decisions were made on adequate information and proposed a full traffic survey to ascertain the facts first. He also highlighted the inadequacies of the proposals when it comes to Wakes week, or Christmas shopping. Writing in favour of the one-way system, South Street resident Steve Spear thought the parish council had not listened to the Parish Plan consultation on this issue, and he was in favour of the more extended oneway system, taking in Packhorse Road as well. He pointed out that 54 per cent, a clear majority, had been in favour of a one-way system to relieve congestion and to increase on-street parking. He felt that the one-way system would facilitate angular parking on the streets to increase capacity. One thing is inevitable. This issue is bound to raise the temperature whenever it is mentioned until it is finally resolved. ■ A selection of the latest letters on the subject – Page 14.
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Village fayre M O U T H WAT E R I N G bacon/sausage baps will be served throughout the morning (10am – noon) at the Findern Christmas fayre on November 17 in the village hall. Stalls will include cakes, quality wooden toys, arts and crafts, books, Christmas decorations, handcrafted cards, cottage confections, cushions, bottle tombola, tangent treasures and raffle. Even Santa will be there. ■ MELBOURNE Male Voice Choir will be performing in concert at Findern Village Hall on Saturday, December 15, at 7.30pm. Tickets at £5 include refreshments with the proceeds in aid of All Saints’ Church, Findern.
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THE MEMORY of warm summer nights may be long faded, but the benefits of the hugely successful Diamond Jubilee Concert held in the grounds of Melbourne Hall are now being realised by some of our local charities. The event made a staggering £4,700 profit. Lord Ralph Kerr presented cheques for £1,000 each to Melbourne Community Care, Treetops, and St John Ambulance. In addition Melbourne Rotary Club were given a sum of £450 to distribute among local good causes. Pictured (l to r) are organisers, Frank Hughes, Margaret Gildea and Mike Smith, Elaine Dunnicliff from Ease Your Mind, Lord and Lady Ralph Kerr, John Symonds from Community Care, John Burney from Rotary, Gill Weston, who helped facilitate the event, and John Shields on behalf of Treetops. Lady Ralph Kerr received the donation on behalf of St John Ambulance. Melbourne Infants School, Melbourne Junior School, Chellaston Academy, Melbourne Community Centre and ‘Ease Your Mind’ all benefited from a donation of £250 each. ‘Ease Your Mind’ is a local cancer support group for anyone who is or has been affected by Cancer either directy or indirectly. All four participating groups, The Town Band, Melbourne Operatic, A Choir’d Taste, and Melbourne Male Voice Choir had nominated good causes as beneficiaries from the fund raiser. Lord Ralph was delighted that the event had been enjoyed by so many and felt that “the Queen would have been delighted that her Diamond Jubilee had been celebrated in this way, whilst also being able to help support so many local good causes.” The organisers also acknowledged the assistance from Gill Weston for facilitating the event and the generosity of Lord and Lady Ralph Kerr.
Annual greetings card campaign underway ... THE ANNUAL Amnesty Greetings Card campaign and Write for Rights will be held on December 8 in Church House, Church Square, Melbourne from 10am to noon. Amnesty holds a Greetings Card campaign for individuals to send cards to people who have been imprisoned or held under house arrest for standing up for Human Rights and making peaceful protests. Cards are also sent to people who have faced illegal house eviction and for those who have been wrongfully detained. Such cards give enormous encouragement to people who are imprisoned – and often can lead to better living conditions as authorities become aware that notice is being taken of a particular case. Letters may also be sent by those taking part in the Greeting Cards Campaign, to Heads of State to voice Amnesty's concern at the injustice of particular cases. If you are interested in taking part in the signing of cards, or want to find out more, you are invited to turn up on the day. You will be most welcome. Refreshments will be served. –VM
... and Scouts’ Stamp and Deliver is back DERBY and District Scouts ‘Stamp and Deliver’ Scheme provides a Christmas card delivery service for all those who buy its stamps. During December Scout and Guide Groups in Derby and surrounding areas will be delivering Christmas cards in envelopes bearing its 20p stamps, which have been posted in distinctive yellow boxes. The boxes are sited within local shops, businesses, churches, pubs and clubs etc. courtesy of their owners or organisers without whose generous support ‘Stamp and Deliver’ could not continue to raise much-needed funds for Scouting and other vital charities. The first collection from yellow post boxes will be Monday, December 3, and final collection and the closure of all stamp sales points is at 3pm, Monday, December 17. Over the past 30 years the success of Stamp and Deliver has been determined by the total number of stamps sold. So far £99,842.12 has been raised for various local charities. This year a single charity, 'Sight Support Derbyshire', will benefit from sales. Sight Support Derbyshire exists to provide essential support and services to blind and partially sighted people to help them to become independent.
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New hotel idea for Liberal Club AN APPLICATION to convert the Liberal Club to an hotel has been lodged with South Derbyshire District council by agents acting for the present owner, Mrs E Devy Smith. The proposal includes plans to restore the original frontage on the building, converting the ground floor into a bar and restaurant, and creating 14 bedrooms in the remaining space with accommodation in the loft space for a manager. The hotel would create 25 new full-time jobs and would be ‘entirely consistent with planning policies promoting economic development in general and tourism in particular’ according to the application. It “will not prejudice the vitality of the nearby shopping area, rather it will add to its diversity and in turn assist in maintaining the vitality and viability of the centre”, providing facilities for short-term tourism in the area. The application does not include any provision for off-street parking, and demonstrates that the proposed use would not generate traffic greater
than previously associated with its use as a public hall hosting private functions, weddings, events, and as a drinking establishment. A consultant’s highway plan accompanying the application has estimated that the hotel would actually generate 103 fewer trips per day than the previous use. By promoting the nearby public car parking and public transport to customers, the application concludes that the impact on street parking would be positive. While nearby residents will be very pleased to see the building brought back into occupation, generating employment and a boost to local business, many will welcome the removal of the dull 1970s frontage. There are bound to be some anxieties about the impact on local parking and road use. The application is presently on hold but due to be reported to SDDC planning committee in November and is expected to be considered by the parish council thereafter. ● A PAMPER day held at the Royal British Legion Club in aid of the Macmillan unit at the Royal Derby Hospital raised £280 through contributions from the therapists, stall holders and customers. Pictured (l-r) at the event are nail artist Brigitte Woodburn, Margaret Stafford, Deborah Potts and Carol Moon. EaseYour Mind spokesperson Elaine Dunnicliff expressed her thanks to everyone who helped to make it such a successful occasion.
Dance chance AN opportunity to enjoy an afternoon of sequence dancing, line dancing and party dancing will take place in the Riding School at Calke Abbey on Tuesday, November 20, 2pm3.30pm. and again on Thursday, January 10, 2pm-3.30pm.
JOHN RICHARD MADDOCK The family wish to thank everyone who attended John's funeral at Barrow on Trent Church. Your support was much appreciated. Thanks to everyone for the kind messages, cards and flowers received. Thank you also for the donations of £775 for the Rainbows Hospice. May God bless you all.
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Town project to create archive for Great War
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AUGUST 2014 will see the centenary of the start of the Great War and the Government has recently announced that this date is to be a National Event of Remembrance. Within individual towns and villages the focus will be centred on the local War Memorials. Recognising the importance of this centenary, Melbourne Historical Research Group has already begun a project to record the impact of the war on the parish, and to create a local archive both for general interest and for study. This could be of particular use in connection with school curriculum work which is certain to encompass this period of history. The scope of this project is wide ranging. The starting point, the War Memorial, which was unveiled in 1920, carries the names of 85 men who died in 1914-18 war. But this is not the whole story. The Roll of Honour in
the Parish Church has 89 names and in addition to all these more than 20 other dead have been identified from Service Records, all of whom were born in, or had a strong association with the village: some indeed were closely related to those recorded on the memorial. Many others, both men and women, served at home or abroad, with few coming out of their time in service completely unscathed. It is known that well over 300 men of the parish were serving by 1917, and that in 1918, at least 25 men were held as prisoners of war. At home, much was done to raise money for the war effort and to provide comforts for the troops. The intention is to record as much information as possible on the service and sacrifices of these men to ensure that, in future years, they are not just names carved on
grey granite. To this end, the group would welcome copies of any photographs, postcards, letters or documents. Most families would have had pictures of their menfolk in uniform, but of particular interest would be any school or pre-war photographs taken between the late 1890s and around 1910. This would enable children to make some comparison with their own lives and their own school pictures. At a distance of 100 years it is extremely difficult to imagine the impact on such a small community of war on such a scale, but the group feels that this is the time to create a record for future generations. Should you have any material which you would be willing to have copied for inclusion in the project contact Adrian Earp at 01335 343203 or any member of the Melbourne Historical Research Group. – AE
Dahl day to help kids THE CHILDREN, staff and governors of Aston on Trent Primary School recently celebrated Roald Dahl Day. They dressed up as characters from one of his books and enjoyed lots of fun activities. They also donated £1 each and raised £200, which will go to the Roald Dahl Marvellous Children's Charity to help children with blood and neurological disorders.
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Art sale FOLLOWING on from the success of last year's Pop Up Gallery and Xmas Art Sale the Melbourne Festival team has a solution to your Christmas shopping dilemmas. Instead of fighting the high street crowds to buy mass produced items come and buy individual gifts for friends, family or yourself at the Great Xmas Art Sale from November 23-25 at Melbourne Assembly Rooms. Up for grabs are paintings, prints, pottery, jewellery and much more by Festival artists – something to suit every taste and price range.
Please send us your message together with payment for £19.80 no later than 29th November to… Village Voice, Highfields, Sleepy Lane, Kings Newton, Derbyshire DE73 8BU
THE SMITH FAMILY would like to send Christmas Greetings to all their family and friends and to wish them all a Happy New Year
ACTUAL SIZE - MAX 40 WORDS ● MICK BALE, chairman of South Derbyshire District Council, visited Melbourne Rugby Club's Minis and Minxes (the girls section) during their training at Chellaston School. Peter Ilott, the Melbourne RFC chairman, Nick Brown (Minis and Juniors chairman) and David Smith (MRFC president) welcomed the councillor and talked to him about the Melbourne Sporting Partnership and its relevance to improving the recreational facilities in Melbourne as well as the importance that the partnership will have in providing youth sport. The councillor spent over an hour with the teams, chatting to coaches, parents and players. Pictured are Peter Ilott, David Smith, Councillor Mick Bale, Nick Brown, Tess Gaunt (U7 coach) and some of the players and their coaches.
Thumbs-up to Assembly Rooms plans PUBLIC reaction to the changes planned for the Melbourne Assembly Rooms was overwhelmingly positive, according to the feedback received. Nearly all the replies indicated agreement with the plans, and several indicated a respect for the architectural features of the building. The public exhibition events held during September gave an opportunity for locals to comment on the plans for redeveloping the community centre. These have been sent, together with the bid for a grant, to Derbyshire County Council. Hopefully this will secure the funding for the much-needed improvements to become a reality. The detailed bid can be viewed on the Assembly Rooms webpage and a decision is awaited …with crossed fingers. There is a new spirit around the Assembly Rooms with more and more events taking place. The cinema nights are increasingly popular, and the new James Bond movie is planned for January. The recent Pop-up-pub event was a huge success and a tribute night act is planned for December 29. The new board members have also reconsidered the membership scheme for the Assembly Rooms and want everyone in the local area to sign up. Initially a small subscription was needed to join as a member, but the take-up has been limited so far and there is a determination to ensure the building is a resource run for and by the community. To become a member, all that is needed is to fill in a form, providing an email address, and you will be signed up to receive a regular newsletter and advance notice of events taking place. There is no joining fee and no subscription necessary. It is hoped in the longer run that events for members will be available at discounted costs, but at this stage it is about ensuring that the whole community feel that they have a say in how the facility is run. “The response to the plans has been very positive and we wish to build on this by making membership an attractive option to everyone in the area,” said Phil Dobby, chair of the directors. To become a member send your name, address, telephone and email address to Andy Heafield at the Assembly Rooms, visit the Contact Us page at www.melbourneassemblyrooms.co.uk or provide the details below and drop them into the Assembly Rooms office.
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BELOW: THE CREW and captives aboard the Goriana were a scary bunch and residents of Station Road, Melbourne, could be forgiven if they were too frightened to open their doors to any trick or treaters calling on them at Hallowe'en. The boat was built by Simon Quinn, who together with wife Sue, entertained their friends for some Hallowe'en fun. Fortunately, guests only had to walk the plank to get on board and nobody was lost at sea.
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Village Voice Postbag Councils’ response to traffic problems is disappointing I AM VERY disappointed in the limited response of the parish and county councils to the congestion issues in Melbourne. The attitude of both the parish council and our county councillor is in stark contrast to the views of the village as expressed in the consultation that informed the Parish Plan. The parish council’s own consultation identified three problem areas Derby Road/Market Place, Chapel Street/Potter Street/Church Street and North Street/Alma Street/South Street. I would agree with these areas but would add Pack Horse Road at the end of the school day. The adoption of one-way systems in these areas would eliminate congestion and with the room to incorporate angled parking the number of street parking spaces can be significantly increased. 54% of the respondents to the parish council’s consultation were in favour of adopting one-way
systems as a solution to both congestion and to allow more street parking. There were only 33% who were against but the parish council chose to describe this as being only “slightly� in favour of a one way system and “not strong enough to merit support for this option in the Parish Plan�. I can only assume that there is a bias against one-way systems by our elected representatives, as an almost 2 to 1 majority would easily carry the day in most democracies. I sincerely hope that our representatives reconsider their limited proposals and listen to their own consultation. Resolving the problem of congestion and parking is crucial to the future of Melbourne, a proposal to provide affordable housing on Derby Road has already been refused by the planners because of the lack of parking. Let’s get it sorted! Steve Spear, 1 South Street
ADMITTEDLY, Melbourne's traffic problems are not as bad as in some towns, but to say we do not have a "serious" problem is ridiculous. A one-way system would hardly address the parking problems on Derby Road where we are very tired of foul language, road rage and cars and lorries being forced to mount the pavements when motorists won't give way. Inadequate car parking spaces on Derby Road and in the car park have, in my opinion, been the result of recent developments. I wish I had an answer to the problem. Frances Fagan, Derby Road, Melbourne
One-way route to a disaster AS A resident of Chapel Street in Melbourne I feel I must write to say that a one-way route from Derby Road down Chapel Street would be a disaster. We suffer already with speeding traffic racing down Chapel Street. My granddaughter’s car was smashed into causing extensive damage some time ago and my sonin-law witnessed a speeding car smash into two parked cars then drive off. The two cars in question were both written off. I believe that the problem is worse on Chapel Street than it is on Derby Road. Children walk on this road home from school and it amazes me that parents have not demanded speed bumps to make it safer. Very few houses on Chapel Street have offstreet parking, which makes it essential to have a safe road for residents’ cars. The other major factor against a one-way system from the top of Chapel Street is that very
large delivery lorries frequently arrive for Star Micronics Ltd (near the bend on the left before Station Road). They would not be able to make the sharp turn into the driveway of the firm if they could only approach from the top of Chapel Street. I have often watched the difficulty lorries have even when they approach from Station Road and it is even more difficult when they drive down the hill. Added to this, the tight turn from Derby Road into Chapel Street would cause major jams for lorries trying to negotiate this. If anything, a system of one-way up Chapel Street to the top would be less damaging to the traffic flow and combined with speed calming might make Chapel Street a safer road in which to live. Professor Janet Spencer 30 Chapel Street, Melbourne
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Act now to halt this blight IF YOU live in the vicinity of Donington Race Track you will be painfully aware of the increasing occasions when prolonged and deafening noise levels are blighting our rural environment. You might not know that the race track is shortly to apply to North West Leicestershire District Council for permanent planning permission to replace the current temporary arrangement. If you’re one of the majority who are sick and tired of this
excessive noise then now is the time to object and insist that this anti-social neighbour is banned from un-silenced racing, testing and practice days. Write or email your district councillor, their Environment Department managers, your parish council and your MP. Demand a cessation of this environmental pollution because, if not, you’ll be forced to live with this noise for a very long time; just think of the impact on your property values and your daily
lives. East Midlands Airport and Railtrack, to their credit, are working hard to drastically reduce their decibel impact on communities: Donington has been allowed to increase theirs by the NWLDC Planning Committee. Wherever you live, take five minutes to make your voice heard before it’s drowned out by this selfish and arrogant imposition. J.H. (Aston on Trent)
Festival organisers’ good job CONGRATULATIONS to Sharon Brown and her team of helpers on yet another successful Art Festival. There were more new venues open this year and therefore a great variety of both Arts and Entertainment, in fact something for everyone. The atmosphere was great throughout the town and it was good to see so many people enjoying
themselves. My only regret was that although they were billed to play at 2.30pm on the Sunday afternoon, the Town band were noticeable by their absence. Surely a let down to the people who specially went to hear them and a missed opportunity to bring themselves to the notice of many people. Noreen Travers
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â—? AN extremely well-presented Aston on Trent Annual Supper Quiz took place in the Aston Memorial Hall. Robin and Ann Sedgewick, and their able assistant Marian Keeling, produced a well-thought-out and light-hearted evening quiz. George's Tradition of Chellaston provided their excellent fish and chip supper, the whole evening being arranged by Recreation in Aston (RIA), with all proceeds going toward the ongoing refurbishment of the Aston Recreation Centre. RIA would like to particularly thank the deputy chair of South Derbyshire District Council, Cllr Anne Hood, and her consort, Frank Hood, for presenting the trophy to the winning team; to Robin, Ann and Marian for all their hard work in the production of the quiz; and to South Derbyshire District Councillor Neil Atkin, who attended the event and gave a very generous donation to the RIA fund. Pictured at the presentation of the Dave Smith Memorial Trophy are (l-r): Sandra Bayliss (secretary RIA), Robin Sedgewick (quizmaster), the six members of the winning team "Astlow", Cllr Anne Hood, Barbara James (chairman RIA) and Frank Hood.
Whist drive for memorial JEAN Johnson of Barrow on Trent and Barbara Hunt of Melbourne are both exWomen's Land Army members. Together they recently organised a whist drive at Aston on Trent War Memorial Hall and raised over ÂŁ700 for a lasting memorial at The National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas. The Staffordshire Women's Section of the National Farmers Union is the chief fund holder.
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● PAST Melbourne Parish Council chairman Nigel Collyer took on a different role when he presented a cheque for £200 to John Robinson, a member of the Melbourne Assembly Rooms management team. Looking on is Neil Wright, another member of the team. The cheque represented a donation on behalf of leading logistics company DHL based at Castle Donington where Nigel is Business Director Manager.
OBITUARY ROGER PARKES 1937-2012 ROGER passed away on October 20 after a short serious illness which developed very unexpectedly and sadly took his life. Born in 1937, Roger grew up in the West Midlands and was educated at King Edward VI School, Stourbridge. After school he worked temporarily at RollsRoyce and then went to study mechanical engineering in Nottingham, returning to work for R-R as a design engineer. His career saw him rise to the position of chief design engineer and he had a spell in the USA working on the RB211 engine. He retired after 40 years' enjoyable service. Roger took his work that seriously he would only permit family travel on airlines fitted with very specific engines. On return to the UK Roger and wife Joyce settled in Stanton by Bridge where he lived for the remainder of his life, becoming deeply involved in many aspects of the village and social community. He was secretary and then clerk of the parish meeting; he was involved in many clubs and societies, including fine art, book, wine and investment clubs. He was a regular Melbourne Quiz team member, who enjoyed walking, gardening, cycling and many other hobbies. One of his joys was sailing; originally sailing his GP dingy, built by his father, at Staunton Harold. He graduated on to Laser class sailing which he enjoyed for many years. Earlier this year he had de-mothballed the GP
and took it on holiday to Devon. He was proud, too, when granddaughter Helen, showed a shared interest and gained a sailing certificate. Roger was a keen sportsman and had a passion for rugby. He played at school, university and at Rolls-Royce, becoming club captain of the first team from 1961 to 1965 and club secretary for the 1965/66 season. He was headhunted to play for Derby Rugby Club and only gave up after an eye injury and Joyce persuaded him he was 'getting on'. His interest in the game was rekindled watching his sons play and he was one of the original Melbourne Rugby Club directors. He held other positions in the club and was highly honoured to receive a Clayborne Memorial Cup this year. Touchingly, the club had a minute's silence in his memory before a recent match. Son Nick still plays for the Vets and grandson Thomas carries on his legacy in the Minis. Above all, Roger was a loving family man, having enjoyed 47 years of happy married life to Joyce. They have two sons Nick and Tom and five grandchildren, all of whom he loved dearly. He and Joyce celebrated their ruby wedding with a big event in Stanton and, more recently, his 75th birthday at the Bay Tree with close friends and family. He will be deeply missed but very warmly remembered by the many friends and family he leaves behind and who recently celebrated his wonderful life at St Michael’s Church.
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Anthony’s French revolutions
FRIENDS Anthony Freeman, Rob Sheridan, Graham Darch and Chris Jupp took part in the Royal British Legion London to Paris cycle ride in early September. The sun shone, the crowds cheered and the traffic stopped as the 250-strong peloton hit the cobbles and entered the Champs Elysees heading directly to the Arc de Triomphe, writes Anthony Freeman. Four days earlier on a damp, late August morning, we had been in the slightly less picturesque setting of Selhurst Park, Croydon, for the start of the Royal British Legion Annual 'Pedal to Paris' cycle ride. Despite the weather and the attempts of assassination by the 'Great' British motorist, almost everyone completed the first 80 miles and arrived in Dover by late afternoon. After words of encouragement by the Mayor of Calais and a wreath laying ceremony the following morning we were joined
by a team of motorcycle outriders who skilfully ensured that we never had to stop at any junctions or traffic lights and kept any other vehicles at a safe distance throughout the next few days. Riding in late summer sunshine from Calais to Abbeville and on to Beauvais through some of the battlefields of WW1 is hard to describe. The beauty of the wide open fields and the exhilaration of cycling in a huge peloton on superb roads is still tinged with a sadness of what took place there almost 100 years ago. The villages we rode through were very welcoming and being cheered on when legs are tired is incredibly uplifting. Memories of occupation during the war are still apparent and the gratitude towards the British in helping to liberate the towns and villages was clearly felt. And so, on day four, after averaging
around 80 miles per day, we set off from Beauvais towards Paris. After days of rural roads we were suddenly in the busy suburbs of Paris but still received the waves from bemused locals and the encouraging honking of car horns as the huge group of cyclists sped through their streets. In the distance the Eiffel tower was spotted and before we knew it we were at the Arc de Triomphe, enjoying a cold(ish) beer and could start to relax knowing the months of training had paid off as there was little more riding to do and that our adventure was done. Memories of the ride, the friendliness of the people we met and the quality of the French roads will live on for a long time. Thanks to everyone who sponsored me at www justgiving.com/anthonyfreeman or who pledged support - it is very much appreciated and will, I am sure, help the Royal British Legion.
● Graham Darch, Rob Sheridan, Anthony Freeman and Chris Jupp celebrate at the Arc de Triomphe.
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Church Mews, Melbourne. MELBOURNE Fete and Carnival committee said a formal “thank you” to all the groups and organisations that supported the 2012 event at the Royal British Legion club in October. In what has become a tradition with the carnival, the
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Hall’s going well NEIL WRIGHT and Paul Grimley from Melbourne Civic Society were part of a small group invited by Lord Ralph to inspect the progress of the most recent refurbishment that has been undertaken in the grounds of Melbourne Hall. The structure commonly called the Bell Tower is a listed building and was originally built as a Dovecote. Identified as being 'at risk', English Heritage have funded its refurbishment, which has included the roof and the timber structure suporting it. On completion, the roof space will once again be sealed except for the provision for the access of bats. The work is being undertaken by local building contractor Alan Staley and his team of craftsmen. Neil and Paul are pictured with Alan and Dave Twells above them.
Keeping the Community Care service going MELBOURNE Community Care is celebrating its Pearl Anniversary this year, having been providing invaluable advice and support to the elderly and housebound since 1982. The demand for services has never been greater, with more of us enjoying longer life, but conversely – with cuts to spending on social care – funds have never been tighter. Run by manager Victoria Hancock from an office in William’s Yard, the small team continues to provide a weekly shopping trip for the elderly and housebound, a transport service for hospital and other appointments, a befriending service for those who cannot get out, a regular Tai Chi class to help improve balance and reduce falls, as well as a signposting service to other care providers. In addition the minibus is used to provide occasional social
● A GROUP of Melbourne residents enjoyed a recent excursion to the White Hollows Studio in Ticknall and took part in a botanical art workshop organised by Community Care. Artist Mick Lakin from White Hollows is pictured standing with Steph Hill from Community Care. outings to places like Stratford raising and donations, without and Chatsworth. receiving a penny from GovernThe organisation is entirely ment. The small executive team self-supporting through fund- is anxious that for the longer
term the funds are there to continue the service. Committee member Maggie Dobby said: "The minibus will need replacing in five years or so, and we need to start planning now and fund-raising for that.” An exciting new venture is planned for December 6 and 7, with St Michael’s Players providing an entertaining evening of Christmas themed readings, poems, songs and sketches. Titled “Christmas Presence” it will take place at the Tea Rooms in Melbourne Hall grounds, and a supper will be included in the cost of a ticket. Tickets (priced at £12.50) will be available from Forteys sweet shop. All profits from the night will go to the charity. Community Care relies heavily on volunteers to provide its range of services, and if you are interested in volunteering the team at the office would be delighted to hear from you.
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Scouts help African midwives’ studies SCOUTS Sam Varney, Josh Hyde and Sam Foster – all members of the 107th Derby Aston-on-Trent Scout troop – are working hard towards their Chief Scout Award. One of the badges requires them to gain further insight into global issues, so the Scouts decided to help two African midwives, Crecious from Zambia and Faith from Nigeria, who are studying for a year at the University of Nottingham. It is the midwives’ aim to study and gain valuable insight into the high standards of maternity care that UK women have access to and return to their home countries to spread the valuable lessons they have learned. Both have worked with Sam’s mum Joanne, who is a midwifery sister on the labour suite at Nottingham City Hospital. Sam and his friends, all pupils at Chellaston Academy, had heard Joanne talk about the conditions that African women have to endure during childbirth and decided to do something for Crecious and Faith. Because the three friends were also required to do a fitness challenge they chose to take part in the fun run at Wollaton Park, and through sponsorship they raised £120. The boys are waiting to see if Crecious and Faith will want to use the money to help fund their studies or to buy a small piece of equipment that they can take back to their home countries to help them in the work they do. Crecious and Faith have not yet decided what to do with the donation. They have submitted their MSc dissertation and are awaiting results prior to returning to their homes in December.
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ELVASTON Cricket Club's end of season awards night was attended by over 100 players, wives, partners, parents and guests. Speaking prior to the awards, chairman Terry Gorman thanked all involved at the club for their efforts in what had been a particularly difficult season. Awards were made to: 1st XI bowler Naeem Akhtar, batsman Nick Briars; 2nd XI bowler Rob Kettlewell, batsman Jake Harrald; 3rd XI bowler Tim Dolan, batsman Andrew Johnson; 4th XI bowler John Morris, batsman Simon Wellings; under-17s bowler Jack Blaver, batsman Liam Lindsay, fielder Jack Johnson, most improved player Brad Jones. Prior to presenting the award to the club’s young player of the year, Mr Gorman made special mention of the long-serving secretary and player Derek Heafield, who passed away 10 years ago and would have been thrilled to know that the Elvaston Young Player of the Year was Matt Heafield. Winter nets start in January and anyone looking to join Elvaston Cricket Club should contact Simon Thomson on 07802 151051. THE Melbourne Town Cricket Club junior section awards evening was held at the Royal Suite, Melbourne RBL, with over 100 people attending. A trophy and certificates were presented to the under-11 kwik cricketers and a medal for the under-13s. Individual awards were made to Adam Poyser (batting), Sam Adcock (bowling), Oliver James (fielding), Jack Slater (most improved) and the players' player was Oliver James.
LEICESTER Forest are the reigning Leicestershire Cup holders and Melbourne’s U14s are the NLD equivalent. So a ‘battle of champions’ was a mouthwatering rugby prospect when the two came together. It became obvious during prematch discussions that a few of the Leicester players’ parents didn’t even know where Melbourne was! Melbourne dominated the early exchanges, producing some excellent combative play, which when added to some free flowing passing and exhilarating running, resulted in them storming to a 29-0 half-time lead. Forest upped their efforts at the start of the second half and scored a couple of tries but a further four scores were added by Melbourne as they ran out comfortable winners 51–12. George Simpkin and Jack Ashcroft made their season's debuts and the performance of the pack was outstanding and provided the platform for the victory. Connor Hooper scored his 100th try for Melbourne in only his 29th match/tournament and in doing so became only the third player to pass the 500 point milestone, behind Tom Brown and Jack Bull. Try scorers for Melbourne were Jack Slater, Lito Cahilig, Joe Bhalay, Derice Laing (2) and Connor Hooper (4); conversions by Joe Todd (2) and Jacob Taylor. One thing is certain, the supporter branch of Leicester Forest U14s will remember the foggy morning when the quaint village of Melbourne came into town and ‘felled’ them.
SOUTH Derbyshire Karate Academy have been training at the Melbourne Assembly Rooms for the last 15 years. Recently 11 members of the academy attended and took part in the British UMA karate championships winning medals in the following categories: Jess Loan 3rd place 14-15 yrs, Lily Loan 3rd place 12-13 yrs, William Haywood 2nd place 11-12 yrs, Sophie Ross 2nd place 15-16 yrs, Shannon Clark 3rd place 15-16 yrs, Steve Murphy 3rd place over 35yrs, Paul Macey 2nd place over 35yrs, Craig Johnson 1st place over 35yrs and joint 3rd over 18yrs, Chris Maughan joint 3rd place over 18yrs and the SDKA mixed team under 15 yrs 2nd place. Joint chief instructor Craig Johnson said: "We are very proud of this achievement being a small non-profit making club, especially so as many of the other competitors already have national and world honours." The club meets every Friday from 7pm-9pm at the Melbourne Assembly Rooms and welcomes new members of all ages and abilities. The club website is www.sdka.co.uk
Starring roles for England TWO members of Melbourne RBL Tug of War Club have been celebrating a very successful season. Emily Cook and Vicky Smith were invited to join a team formed by the Holland TOW Club based in Barton, to take part in the TOW Association National competition where they picked up a bronze medal. Following this success, the team was invited to represent England at the UK championships and enjoyed more success, winning a silver medal, losing only to Scotland, two ends to one. A place in the World Championships held in Switzerland followed. TOW is a hugely popular pastime in Switzerland and at the opening ceremony, Emily and Vicky were asked to step forward to be the UK representatives for the parade through the streets of Appenzell where thousands of supporters turned out to cheer on the athletes. "The whole event was incredibly overwhelming," said Vicky. The team was very pleased to finish in sixth place out of the eight teams competing, beating both Belgium and the USA.
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Cup win gives Dynamoes reasons to be cheerful MELBOURNE Dynamoes first team had an indifferent October, winning two and losing two of their league games – but they did progress into the next round of the Challenge Cup. Starting the month at home to Derby Rolls-Royce, Melbourne secured a solid 3-0 win with goals from Matt Brian, Dave Brough and Jack Purkiss. They followed this with an enthralling 54 home win against Newmount. The winner came in injury time from skipper Carl Allsop, earlier goals coming from Danny Guild (two) and Adam Ross and Dave Brough. Last season's champions, Allenton United, punished Melbourne in a crushing 7-1 defeat with Matt Brian getting the consolation. Dynamoes had the better of the play in their away game to Allestree the following week but still went down 1-0. The month ended with a change of luck and an emphatic 8-1 cup victory away to Bargate Rovers. Matt Brian led the way with five goals with Adam Ross and new signings Tim Adcock and Travis Higgins each adding to the total. DYNAMOES Reserves had a difficult month but drew their first game 3-3 with Punjab Reserves. Farrell Scott, Shaun Hayes and Dan Stanley were the scorers. A 7-3 home defeat to high-flying Newhall United Reserves followed with Scott again getting on the scoresheet together with Dom Saneria and Ben Dale.
● TICKNALL Rangers in their new kit donated by their sponsor, Air Logistics. Back row (l-r) Steve Greenhoff (secretary), Will Perry (mascot), James Perry, Craig Hall, Charlie Ault, Ben Newton, Mark Nixon, Ian Hall, Ben Flower, Nathan Cook, Kevin Earp (assistant manager), Keith Palmer (chairman); front row Ben Dale, Vinny Hallifield, Paul Lakin (captain), Matt Archer, Martin Lakin and Alex Slater (player-manager). It was a Ben Dale penalty the following week that earned a 1-1 draw with Roe Farm. TICKNALL Rangers have found life difficult following last season's promotion and have failed to win any of their first six games. A heavy 7-1 cup loss to L.K.S with Ben Dale getting the consolation was followed by 6-2 home defeat to T.L.Darby with Neil Redfern getting both goals. A much-improved team performance saw Rangers narrowly lose to premier side
Netherseal St Peters 2-1 with a goal from Vinny Hallifield. The following week, Rangers lost to a last minute goal away to Royal Oak, Newhall, going down 3-2 with Ian Hall and Vinny Hallifield grabbing the consolation goals. Ticknall ended the month in frustrating style at home to Edgehill Reserves. Leading 1-0, thanks to a Matt Archer penalty, with 20 minutes to go they fell away to a disappointing 3-1 defeat.
United’s own version of the great escape FOLLOWING a name change from Breedon Wanderers to Melbourne United U14s and a promotion to Derby City League Division 1 the team has made a bright start to the 2012/13 season. Initially things looked a little bleak with a 6-2 home defeat to leaders Hilton Harriers with consolation goals scored by Connor Hooper and Harry Shaw. But the following week fortunes changed and West Hallam were well beaten 5-3 on the Breedon pitch with a Connor Hooper hat-trick and one each from Olly James and Ellis Radcliffe. United then made two trips to ADASC at Swanwick, on the first
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MELBOURNE RFC first team have had a successful month securing four league victories in a row. Their first victory of the season came from a convincing attacking performance away at Mellish, winning 43-20 to secure a bonus point victory. With Sam Stuart making his long-awaited debut in the pack and a raft of changes to the backline, the Melbourne side was a big change to the sides put out in the first two losses of the season – and the changes were vindicated with a crushing victory. Mellish scored first with a chip and chase, and a subsequent penalty try. Despite this poor start, Melbourne absorbed early pressure from the opposition and began to assert themselves in the match. Excellent phase work from the forwards and quick hands from the backs saw Rob Foster score two tries out wide, relishing the try-scoring opportunities presented to him on the wing. Theo De Vies also scored in the first half, taking a quick penalty, allowing Melbourne to lead convincingly at half-time. Words from the gaffer at the interval urged Melbourne to secure a bonus point and push on to take the score past 40 points with the team obliging to do just that. Long range tries were scored from Jordan Hollis and Jack Fisher, with Tom Swainston also adding another try to his growing points tally while Rob Foster completed his hat-trick. However, 20 points was still too many points to concede against opposition which had little strength outside an impressive pack. The next league game saw the arrival of Lincoln. The match ball was sponsored by Paul Macer of Kite Consulting. Melbourne fielded a young side and dominated the first half, establishing an 11-0 lead. Tom Howard scored the first try after a powerful run from Ash Stringer and Jack Fisher kicked two penalties. Despite creating numerous chances, Melbourne were unlucky not to score more points. Smithy was yellow carded at the end of the first half. Lincoln came out stronger in the second half, scoring a try and two penalties, but a try from Will Judge put Melbourne further ahead. Sam Stuart finished off the scoring under the posts, before Lincoln scored a late try, to see the final score end at 23-16 to Melbourne. Melbourne travelled for their next game against Nottingham Moderns. The anticipated difficult game did not materialise and Melbourne posted a comprehensive 46-10 bonus point victory. Ash Stringer (4) and Tom Howard (2) shared the tries and Jack Fisher kicked 16 points. Last up in October was a league game against Southwell at home. The Lamb sponsored the match ball and the match was played in front of a good crowd. The match was preceded by a minute’s silence following the sad death of Roger Parkes, the club treasurer. Roger was a long-standing club member undertaking numerous jobs and will be sorely missed. Melbourne were quick to score through Tommy Howard and Dale Bilson went over with a chip and chase but Melbourne did not quite gel and numerous chances went begging. Jack Fisher added the remaining points. Southwell responded with a late converted try to see Melbourne win 23-10. Pay us a visit at 64 Church Street, Melbourne, Derbys The seconds welcomed Matlock 3rds for a Pennant fixture, and Tel. Derby (01332) 862091 fielding a very young side went down to a 12-31 defeat. Tries from www.melbournegun.com Sam Cole and Adam Wheelicker were supplemented with a conversion from Theo De Vies. The arrival of a strong Kesteven side, put Melbourne on the wrong end of a 67-5 mauling, with skipper Chris Fulton scoring their solitary try. The Vets (ably helped by Jordan Sparkes and Sam Cole) opened their season with a hard fought 19-5 win at local rivals Burton. Despite some very interesting refereeing, Melbourne came out on top, scoring three tries from Pete Ilott, Anthony Gayten and Jordan Sparkes with Dean Sylvester converting two. Melbourne welcomed Ashby Vets for their next game winning 22-0. Tries from Fossie, Pop and Bucko (all guesting) with a conversion from Sylvester, was enough to secure a win less convincing than the score line suggested.
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