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From the Editor Hello Readers!!

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback regarding last month’s front covers & the mags in general, it is hugely appreciated.

I have said before, feedback (preferably positive where possible!!) is always welcomed and keeps our little team motivated to keep trying different things. When we receive a lovely e-mail, like we have from some readers this month, it truly lifts us all and I am so proud of our team & how they’ve all remained positive over the last 18 months, so thank you, it’s nice to be nice!

magazines – and no! I still haven’t sorted any Christmas shopping out…..I tried…..and then the moment passed again!!! Anyway, get your adverts and events in, the team are waiting to hear from you!

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I will do an introduction editorial to the team once we’ve got the website up and running. I’m conscious that I keep mentioning team members & it’d be better to put a face to a name! However, I think it’s fair to give a special mention to Danielle regarding the feedback on the mags, as she has and is continuing to do a sterling job on the community engagement aspect of Voice Magazines – all these new articles, are pretty much down to Danielle’s vision for what people would like to read more about…. so much so, I think she’ll be looking for some support soon!

Mr Emily & I went on our hollibobs, whilst the rest of the team supported our very own Paul during his boxing debut for an Ultimate White Collar Boxing event in Pride Park. Paul originally signed up around November 2019 for the event in April 2020 but for obvious reasons, he has had the date scheduled and rescheduled a good 3 or 4 times! This has been a nightmare for him, not least as he’s been having to stop and start his training.

Anyway, it finally happened on the 11th September, the team donned their glad rags and I speak for all of us when I say that we couldn’t be any prouder of his performance and his resolve to keep picking himself up, start training again and stand up in the ring. He raised some fantastic money for cancer research with some of our lovely advertisers supporting him both by donating and attending. Watch out Anthony Joshua, Paul is coming for your crown!

The Voice ladies also had a fabulous outing this month to the Somercotes Cineroom to see ‘Little Women’. What an absolutely fabulous initiative and really well done to the organisers, we all loved it – read our thoughts in this months Swanwick edition or online. It’s ‘Cruella’ next!

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VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED We rely on the support of volunteers to provide much needed services throughout the hospice.

We currently recruiting for our charity shops All volunteers complete a Volunteer Induction training session before starting and are fully trained and supported in their role by their line manager.

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MARSHALLS COACHES CYCLE 130 MILES TO RAISE FUNDS FOR TWO LOCAL HOSPICES Initially diagnosed as IBS, Georgina Tagg actually suffered a very rare form of cancer, Pseudomyxoma peritonei, which only affects around 1 or 2 in a million people.

Over the first few months of 2021 Georgina found herself in and out of Hospice care until her passing in May. Kenneth, her Husband explained how the staff at John Eastwood Hospice had been simply amazing. “The care and support you’ve shown us both has been incredible and I couldn’t have wished for a better place to look after her at the end of a long, long road.”

The retiring collection from the funeral was in aid of the hospice, and totalled £1120 and in addition, some of Kenneth’s work colleagues organised a charity cycle ride on 1st August, cycling 130 miles with proceeds split between John Eastwood & Beaumond House hospices, the original target was to raise £1000 (i.e. £500 for each charity), but with around seven weeks still to go, they beat that target and began aiming for £1000 for each charity.

We were bowled over by this incredible fundraising cycle ride by Marshalls Coaches. One of the main organisers had both parents cared for by Beaumond House in Newark. "This means both charities are very close to our hearts and we would like to 'give something back'" said the fundraisers.

And guess what? They have raised an astonishing £6,114. So much more than the amount they were hoping for. Isn't that simply incredible? Thank you to Marshalls Coaches and to everyone who has supported them.

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HERITAGE OF KIRKBY & ANNESLEY A LITTLE BITE FOR HALLOWEEN St. Wilfrid’s

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This was taken on the attic floor before 1990. Lost to the fire in 1997.

Walk down the Dog and Bear Public Bridleway, From the Churchyard, the back of the see the house and the Terrace.

Victorian Schoolroom Partially demolished in 1985, (not listed part.

Halloween, when we all tell ghost stories.

A friend of a friend saw this, heard that, jumped a mile hearing a bump. All adds to the setting and makes the story exciting. Most TV programs have ‘for entertainment purposes’ included, leaving the viewer to consider what happens next, if they want to look further into things.

Locally, we have always looked at Annesley Hall as the Haunted House we would like to visit. The owners stepped up security after vandalism, and a serious fire causing extensive damage to the listed building. Annesley Hall is now under repair and set to come back into the Tourist sector when completed. The Hall was an Elizabethan building which was rebuilt in the 1860’s, now work after Covid is beginning again.

Guided walks to raise funds for Charity and The Byron Society were an annual event. These were historical and ghostly, over the many years of life at the Hall its occupants continued leaving echoes of life gone by around the place.

During renovations a staircase in the hall was removed and a body discovered, could this be the servant seen on the lawn, gliding towards the terrace steps or a visitor from court?

There are numerous Wells around the grounds and word has it that a lady climbs out of the one situated close to the domestic quarters, butchery, bakery and sleeping quarters.

The end building is high arched and would have housed horse and carriage ready for the family.

This could be why the Owner of the hall “Jack Musters” is often seen racing his team of horses alongside cars on an old toll road.

During World War 1, the Estate was very involved with the village. One of the daughters of the house wrote to her brother whilst he served in the army. She often wrote about a lady drowning in the lake. Then, in the 70’s a road it bypassed the lake and the spirit now appears in the middle of the new highway.

Reports of Monks have been seen individually and in groups, walking up from Felley Priory to the Churchyard overlooking the Hall. As the Hall features what is believed to be a Chapel amongst the ruins where the Monks would have taken service.

The Army Cadets and Scouts held their camps in the grounds and many of them have reported seeing a Victorian lady on an old tree swing.

Music has been heard in empty rooms, this petrified one lady and sent her racing out of the Hall to the comfort and protection of her friend working on site. I have visited and taken part in many investigations, and, as a Spiritualist weighed up the evidence calmly. Asking how, why and is that a bat!!!!!….

Intrigued, visit Kirkby Spiritualist Church facebook page.

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Halloween - Spooky or Commercialised?

Who doesn’t love Halloween - well, ME for one! That could be because I am in the (err umm) slightly older age bracket and simply don’t get what amounts to the Americanisation of the day…I mean, giving kids carte blanche to knock on doors and expect sweeties cannot be a good idea - surely?! But taking a step back from the sugar fuelled fest of today, who knows the real reason we mark the 31st of October?

The origins of what we now know as Halloween are very ancient indeed, dating back to the pre-Christian Celtic peoples of Britain (and Northern Europe). The feast of Samhain (which is actually pronounce ‘sowain’) marked the end of their year sensible really as it’s the end of the growing and harvesting season and the beginning of the winter months. It was seen as the most important one of the four quarterly “fire festivals”.

At that time of year it was thought the veil between the living and the dead thinned, and the souls of the dead would return to visit their homes and families. As evil spirits and otherworldly beings could also breach “the veil” at this time, people would dress up in animal and monster costumes to confuse the potential visitors and avoid kidnap. Individual hearth fires would be allowed to die down and communal bonfires would be lit for roasting sacrificial cattle, the people would feast (whilst ensuring a share was left for the spirits, ancestors, and faery folk!) and a flame from the bonfire would be used to re-light their hearth fires.

When the Roman’s invaded Celtic lands they incorporated their own gods, Feralia, commemorating the passing of the dead, and Pomona, the goddess of the harvest. The advent of Christianity saw attempts to transmute Samhain into a Christian celebration, and in the 5th century A.D. Pope Boniface moved the festival to May

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13th as a day to commemorate saints and martyrs. Funnily enough, this didn’t stop the fire festivals and so in the 9th century Pope Gregory moved the festival back to the original time of year, calling the day (1 November) All Saints Day. The day before became known as holy, or hallowed eve, which eventually became Halloween (een being another word for eve).

Some of the traditions we see today can be traced back to the original Celtic Samhain, dressing up for example, whilst “trick or treating” may have derived from early Scottish and Irish traditions of going from door to door singing songs for the dead in return for “soul cakes”. Hollowed out and carved turnips with candles inside, known as Jack O’ Lanterns (after a legendary character) originated in Ireland and were taken to the US by immigrants who switched to using readily available (and easier to carve) pumpkins.

Would Halloween be such a feature in UK life, particularly for children, without the influence of the US? Personally, I think not - it certainly wasn’t prominent in my childhood… although that was many moons ago!

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Peach Co-Living offers next level, luxury communal living enabling you to live your best life A new concept in co-living; one that brings like-minded people together in a stylish, luxury property has been launched in Sutton-in-Ashfield.

Richard Purseglove, Director of Purseglove Property Management who helped develop the luxury co-living concept alongside Peach Co-Living, said: “Harken House offers next level communal living. The property combines luxury with a space to make new

friends and build relationships. It’s ideal for single empty nesters, relocators and early retirees.”

With an emphasis on ‘living your best life’, living in Harken House means all household bills and chores in the communal area are taken care of in a single monthly fee.

You can even choose to have your room cleaned and bed linen laundered and changed weekly.

Introducing Harken House The stunning Harken House, which is located on Kirkby Road in Sutton in Ashfield, is the first Peach Co-Living property.

Set across two floors, the eight-bedroom property on the edge of the town centre, has been extensively redeveloped and internally transformed.

The contemporary, stylish, open plan design aims to bring people together in a luxury environment.

Rob Fenton, Director of Peach Co-Living, said: “When people walk through the door of Harken House they are just stunned. Visually it is breathtaking. We’re very proud of what we have achieved, and we can’t wait to welcome our first residents.”

Harken House is the perfect place to build new relationships with like-minded people

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Each individually designed en suite bedroom boasts a double bed with a sumptuous Nectar mattress and pillows that are designed to aid a restful night’s sleep. However, rest assured that the waterfall shower in the en suite will deliver a morning wake-up!

The bedrooms all have high quality carpets and vinyls, as well as USB sockets, television points, desks, clever storage solutions and wardrobes.

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From the large to the small, there are thoughtful interior design touches throughout Harken House

Intelligent interior design The communal areas within Harken House provide excellent spaces for socialising as well as cosy corners to relax in.

The snug, with its plush velvet sofa, TV and soft lighting is ideal to retreat to with a glass of wine or a freshly made latte.

A warm welcome awaits you at Harken House

The spacious and stylish kitchen and dining area

The spacious, open plan kitchen and dining area provides seating for eight around the contemporary able and there’s also additional seating at an island area.

A living wall of plants and bi-fold doors in the dining kitchen bring the outdoors in while you eat. Or you can head out onto the paved and secluded courtyard and enjoy alfresco dining and drinking.

Within the kitchen, you’ll find everything you could possibly need, from an six-slice Dualit toaster, De’Longhi coffee machine to on-demand boiling water taps, wine fridge and dishwashers.

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Local lad shines at first Olympic Games pt2 Concluding our interview with Jacob Whittle, the 16 year old swimmer from Alfreton.

Do you ever feel you’re missing out on a ‘normal’ teenage life?

Definitely not, I am living my dream! I’m 16yrs old and have travelled to Dubai, Australia, Canada, Canary Islands, Hungary, Russia, Azerbajan and Tokyo to swim and compete, meeting new people, and learning about different cultures.

I may not party on a Friday or Saturday night, but I am happy with this choice. I love to surf so when I can I like to go to the South Coast or Scarborough, I also like skateboarding and love watching drag car racing. I know it might not be a cool thing, but I also love steam trains!

What was it like being with the squad in Tokyo?

It was a wonderful experience. Team GB were just the best team and the swim team were so close. We had the opportunity to bond when we competed in the European Championships in May. I have come away from Tokyo even more determined than ever to keep pushing myself to be the best I can be.

Did the team look after you?

Absolutely! We all look out for one another. Prior to the games I trained at the National Centre in Loughborough under Mel Marshal, with Adam Peaty, Luke Greenbank, Anna Hopkin and Sarah Vasey who were all in Tokyo. It felt so natural for me to be around this team and with these guys every day.

What’s your ultimate goal or ambition for your swimming career?

I want to be the best I can be and to keep improving. It would be amazing to win a medal at the Olympics and to get a World record, but these are not my main drivers. The most important thing is to keep learning and improving. I have so much more to give and know that I am just scratching the surface of my potential as a swimmer.

Your coach of 3 years, Jamie Main, said he thinks your success could inspire other young swimmers, do you feel that has put any pressure on you ?

No, but I feel I’m in a privileged position. I have hugely supportive parents and amazing coaches who have always believed in me. Without these supportive influences around me, I would not have had the belief and drive that I have. I wasn’t the best swimmer at 10yrs old, I was tall and skinny and couldn’t co-ordinate my long arms properly. However, I was passionate, willing to work hard and do whatever it took to improve. I listened to feedback and worked on and on until I got it right. If I can inspire others to believe they can achieve their dreams, I am proud to do so.

Team GB had an amazing games, and the swimming team had a record performance. I hope this means that swimming receives the finance it needs to invest in local pools and clubs and that more people are inspired to learn to swim.

- Jacob Whittle ing Team British Swimm

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We will be opening in October and hosting pop up shops selling artisan produce and crafts, as well as serving fresh barista coffee and cakes from our in house cafe.

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Chesterfield & District Beekeeping Association (CDBKA) has been in existence since 1947. Current membership stands at over 200 which is a record for the Association. Members have a wide range of age and experience, very few of whom meet the stereotypical beekeeper image –white, male, retired and bearded!

Many are women, and young working people are now joining, thanks to the now-raised profile of bees and pollinators.

We are a friendly bunch, with the experienced beekeepers always happy to give advice on the issues that can flummox newer beekeepers, or ‘newbees’ as we affectionately call them. Our region covers the South Yorkshire border down to the Matlock area taking in parts of Nottingham and Mansfield, however our base is Hasland, near Chesterfield. We have a small apiary where we teach and groups of ‘newbees’ who can gain ‘hands-on’ experience before they have their own bees.

One of the Association’s main aims is education of both beekeepers and the public.

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A version of this month’s walk originally featured in the magazine in 2017, to commemorate the bicentenary of the Pentrich Revolution. The Pentrich and South Wingfield Revolution Group published a series of historical walks as part of the bicentenary. The original walk, along with 18 others can all be found on their website (www.pentrichrevolution.org.uk), along with a wealth of historical information and resources.

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On 9th June 1817, over 300 men set out for Nottingham from villages on the Derbyshire/Nottinghamshire border.

They thought they were part of a ‘general rising’ to bring down an unjust and oppressive government. Many joined the rising from the Swanwick area, where discontent among miners and framework knitters had already been expressed in Luddite activity and an active Hampden Club.

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From St Andrew’s Church walk down the road, The Green, (B6016) following the signs to the Conference Centre. Take the first turning to the right, Hayes Lane, and walk on, crossing the road to go up to the entrance to the Hayes Conference Centre. Here turn left, at the footpath sign, to follow the track up the hill. In 1817 Swanwick was a village of miners or stocking framework knitters who faced poverty and hunger. Reputed to be a centre of Luddite activity, there was much support for reform of Parliament called for by the Hampden Club, meeting at the Queen’s Head in Alfreton. We follow the route taken by men from Swanwick and Alfreton as they marched towards Codnor. They included ‘secret committee’ men, Edward Haslam and James Barnes, who marched at the rear with his gun, William Elliott and George Rawson who had brought bullets they had cast, and Laban Taylor at whose home Jeremiah Brandreth had stayed on 6th June.

Passing Hilltop Mink Farm on the right, continue until the track turns sharply. Go straight ahead over the stile, to follow the sign to Golden Valley. Follow the footpath straight ahead down the hillside. Go under the railway line. After 100 yards, right under the 2nd underpass, walk on and cross the railway line. Immediately after the railway line take left fork up through the trees. You pass the Midland Railway and the former Swanwick Station. On your right you see the former Brittain Pit, a colliery opened by the Butterley Company in 1827 and closed in 1946.

Past the Brittain Pit turn right at the junction of paths (taking Amber Valley Route 4). After a few yards turn left to go down the hill to cross two stiles in the valley. BEWARE of the barbed wire on the stiles.

Enter the field and follow the path up left along the hedge to reach a road. Cross over and continue ahead, alongside a second field to reach the Coach Road. This area is Butterley Park. The rebels came this way visiting houses and farms to take men and weapons. The home of Harriet Marriot was visited and a gun taken. The rebels marched on from here to reach Codnor where the main rebel party waited.

Turn right along the Coach Road, until you reach the white house. Below you is the tunnel of the Cromford Canal. From the now blocked tunnel in Golden Valley it continued under Butterley Park for 2,996 yards. It is the only tunnel of its kind in the world with an underground wharf, which served the Butterley works. This magnificent feat of engineering was built by the engineer William Jessop in 1794. See the remains of the two airshafts, each surrounded by an earth mound and trees, on the right of the road. Cavalry from the Chesterfield Troop of Yeomanry and pikemen waited here on 10th June to capture fleeing insurgents. Several hid in the Swanwick Woods

but were captured and joined 28 others who were taken to Derby Gaol that night.

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At the junction by the white house go straight ahead to pass the Police Headquarters on the left. Notice it says it is OK for authorised vehicles and pedestrians to go there. Butterley Hall, built in 1790, now within the Police HQ, was the home of Benjamin Outram, founder of the Butterley Iron works.

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Turn right and walk down the road to Derby Road at Butterley. On your left you will see the site of Butterley Works and the Gatehouse. The main body of marchers stopped here and demanded guns. The manager, Goodwin, and a few special constables refused to open the gates. Too weak to attack the Gatehouse the rebels left empty handed and marched on towards Codnor. Goodwin knew some of the men, who previously worked at Butterley, and gave evidence of their ‘character’ at the Derby Trials. See the plaque on the old Gate House of the works.

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Turn right along Derby Road. Pass the Midland Railway on your left, then after crossing the railway bridge take a signposted path on your right. Walk alongside a field with Butterley Grange on your left and railway off to the right. Continue ahead on the footpath and continue around Grange Farm. Turn left just before the signs for the Ripley Airfield then cross a stile and bear right up the hill towards The Hayes Conference Centre. There are often cattle here, so please take care, especially with dogs.

In 1817 Butterley Grange was the home of John Wright, a partner of Outram and Jessop at the iron works. The Hayes built in 1860, now a conference centre, was a POW camp for German officers in WW2, made famous by the film, ‘The One That Got Away’, of the one successful escape by a German officer.

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Passing the Conference Centre on your left you come back to Hilltop Mink Farm. Cross back over the stile on your left and turn right to return down the track to the entrance of Hayes Conference Centre and back into Swanwick. The march proved a tragedy for local men fleeing before soldiers at the Gilt Brook. Three from Swanwick and Alfreton were tried in Derby. German Buxton (31), miner, married with a daughter, originally from Wessington, was transported for life. Thomas Bettison (35), miner, transported for 14 years, as was Joseph Rawson (32) framework knitter. Among those arrested and imprisoned but later released were Anthony Elliott, John Hall and James Robinson.

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Some of the staff have been here from the start. Two long-standing and highlyprofessional engineers are Sam Hudson and Sean Jones. There are 13 staff in total and there’s a great sense of teamwork.

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keep the administrative wheels turning and they receive incredible back up from the engineers, who can be called upon at any time to sort out a boiler or central heating system that has gone horribly wrong.

As well as offering cover plans, of course, Flame Care undertakes full central heating installations and boiler upgrades. As an Ideal Boiler accredited installer, they have access to some of the highest quality products on the market, with Ideal boilers coming with a twelve-year warranty.

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