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Explosive Greetings on this fine November Readers,
Isn’t if funny this time of year… I feel like I’m seeing moustaches everywhere! Mo-ving on… You can’t beat a lovely, well organised firework display and ‘tis the season. I personally love it but I think I’ve mentioned before that my rescue dog Flake is absolutely terrified of this time of year and I know he isn’t the exception. I don’t know what happened to him to make him so scared and he won’t tell me, best guess is that this is why he got abandoned in the first place as he is supposed to be a gun dog. One can’t help but wonder why we can’t make the fireworks silent, which would suit the masses of people who don’t like the noise including animals but still keep the beautiful displays running. Anyway, I digress as I don’t think it will change anytime soon and I shall simply switch up the telly, pop on his thunder jacket and cuddle him, little poppet. Anyhoo, by the time you’re reading this Celebrity Traitors will be done and at Voice Magazines HQ we will be in a state of loss as we’re all massive fans. My predictions are: the Traitors will win, the remaining faithful will inexplicably vote to end the game, one of the traitors will become the new ‘Nasty Nick’, one of the faithful will become a national treasure, and Ross Kemp will raise an eyebrow. I wonder how I did?
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During this fanfest, we decided to do something a little different one Friday afternoon. Our Lisa is currently going through the mill, so we collected a chippy lunch and we played the Traitors board game for the afternoon. It took 4 hours to do challenge one but it was so much fun, highly recommend. Since Mr Emily and myself started watching traitors, I have never wanted to be a ‘Traitor’, every series I want to be a ‘Faithful’…..you can see where this is going right!! You need to have a good memory to be a good Traitor and since entering my 40’s….well…. Dory from Finding Nemo seems a little too generous for the state of my brain these days!! Anyway, I was victorious and was never discovered, only getting one nomination throughout 4 round tables…despite eye rolling very loudly upon turning the card over!! But next time, and if we ever get the chance to do a live experience, I 1000% want to be a faithful. It is hard work being a Traitor and I feel James Acaster’s plight – I hope he gets the money though, he’s earned it!! Onwards to December, the big red fella is on his way and for the 40th salient year in a row – I am absolutely not ready!! Happy Reading, Emily x
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WE INVITE YOU TO PAUSE FOR A MOMENT. Take a breath, read these words, reflect, and remember the courage, sacrifice and lives of those who gave so much. Lest we forget.
For the Fallen: - by Laurence Binyon With proud thanksgiving, a mother for her children, England mourns for her dead across the sea. Flesh of her flesh they were, spirit of her spirit, Fallen in the cause of the free.
They mingle not with their laughing comrades again; They sit no more at familiar tables of home; They have no lot in our labour of the day-time; They sleep beyond England’s foam.
Solemn the drums thrill: Death august and royal Sings sorrow up into immortal spheres. There is music in the midst of desolation And a glory that shines upon our tears.
But where our desires are and our hopes profound, Felt as a well-spring that is hidden from sight, To the innermost heart of their own land they are known As the stars are known to the Night;
They went with songs to the battle, they were young, Straight of limb, true of eye, steady and aglow. They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted, They fell with their faces to the foe.
As the stars that shall be bright when we are dust, Moving in marches upon the heavenly plain, As the stars that are starry in the time of our darkness, To the end, to the end, they remain.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.
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Each November a strange thing happens… upper lips start sprouting fur and razors start going rusty. Yes, that’s right it’s moustache season! Men everywhere start growing a tache, (often with varying degrees of success!) to raise money and awareness for men’s health issues. Soon it starts to feel like they start popping up everywhere, so we’d thought we’d have a bit of fun with it on our front covers by placing some moustaches in some unusual places. Did you find them all? While they may raise a smile, the humble moustache has a fascinating history stretching back thousands of years. The earliest evidence of moustaches dates back to ancient civilisations, where facial hair was often seen as a symbol of strength, wisdom and status. Throughout history, moustaches have come in and out of fashion more times than we can count. From the grand handlebar moustaches of the Victorian era to the neat military styles of the early twentieth century, they have long been used to make a statement. In the 1800s, a fine moustache was almost a requirement for gentlemen wishing to appear distinguished. Military officers across Europe often sported impressive facial hair, and moustaches became associated with bravery and leadership. Later, during the twentieth century, styles evolved alongside changing fashions, with famous actors, musicians and sports stars helping to shape the trends of their day. Today, moustaches are worn for all sorts of reasons. Some people simply enjoy the style, while others grow one to support an important cause. And that brings us to Movember. Every November, millions of people around the world take part in the Movember movement, which encourages participants to grow a moustache while raising awareness and funds for men’s health issues. Since its beginnings in Australia in 2003, Movember has become a global campaign focusing on mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.
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What started as a light-hearted challenge between friends has grown into one of the world’s most recognised charity movements. The moustache serves as a visible conversation starter, helping people discuss important health topics that can sometimes be difficult to talk about. And, of course, moustaches come in an extraordinary variety of shapes and styles. There’s the wonderfully extravagant Handlebar, the neat Pencil, the classic Chevron, the distinctive Horseshoe, the impressive Walrus, the upturned English, the quirky Fu Manchu, the petite Toothbrush and the rather grand Imperial, to name just a few. They can be bushy, curled, carefully waxed, long, short, perfectly groomed or left to do their own thing! With so many different styles to choose from, we thought we’d have a little fun with this month by seeing how many we could hide in a range of seasonal scenes. Whether you’re proudly growing your own moustache this month, supporting someone who is, or simply enjoying the creative designs on our cover, it’s worth remembering that this iconic strip of facial hair has been making its mark for centuries. From ancient warriors to Victorian gentlemen, from charity fundraisers to our own fun front cover creations, the moustache continues to prove that sometimes the simplest things can leave the greatest impression. So, if November inspires you to grow a moustache of your own, wear it with pride. You’ll be joining a tradition that has survived thousands of years and helped support a very worthwhile cause along the way.
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I’m Chris Melhuish. I’m registered blind, having been diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa at five, but while it has shaped me, it has never limited me. I refuse to live small. I’ve worked in the fitness industry for more than 20 years and built Ultimate Health & Fitness from nothing over a decade ago. I wanted to create something different – a place that was judgement-free rather than ego-driven, where standards mattered more than popularity and impact mattered more than attention. I believe average is a choice. I believe hard things change people. And I believe fitness should build character, not just physiques. I’d rather help someone build confidence than abs. I coach because I genuinely care. I’ve failed more times than most people realise, I still get nervous before big
events, and I read more mindset books than fitness books. I’m more driven now than I was in my 20’s, and I’m still learning. Always. I recently qualified for the HYROX World Championships, placing second in the adaptive category. I’m also a dad to four incredible girls – Ruby, Eliza, Arabella and Imogen – who are my absolute ‘WHY’. Away from fitness, I worked on cruise ships in my early 20’s. I don’t drink much, but I take hot chocolate very seriously! I’m not finished.
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This year, Chris became a DEKA affiliate, opening the door for even more people to experience what DEKA offers. He’s already completed STRONG and plans to take on MILE and FIT to complete the DEKA Trifecta. “My favourite event so far? DEKA STRONG. It’s raw. Just you, the zones and your mindset. No excuses, just output.” Chris doesn’t just coach movement – he coaches belief. “Being visually impaired has shaped me, but it hasn’t limited me. It’s taught me how to focus on what I can control and how to dig deep when the easy option is to stop.” Chris’s story is a reminder that strength comes from showing up, especially on the hard days. He’s not just overcoming – he’s leading. And the DEKA community is stronger because of it.
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NEW TUPTON IVANHOE FC ANNOUNCES NEW CHARITY PARTNERSHIP WITH FAIRPLAY
New Tupton Ivanhoe FC is strengthening its commitment to the local community by announcing Fairplay as its official charity partner. The partnership will run for the next two seasons, with Fairplay’s branding featured on all new New Tupton Ivanhoe home kits introduced during this period. The initiative will put the charity at the heart of the club while helping raise awareness of the vital work it does with children, young people and families across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire. Fairplay supports children and young people aged 0 to 25 with disabilities and additional needs, as well as their families. The charity provides a wide range
Andy Fox, Chair of New Tupton Ivanhoe FC, said: “We are really proud to make Fairplay our charity partner. We wanted this to be more than simply putting a logo on a shirt. We want our players and families to understand the difference Fairplay makes locally and give everyone connected with the club opportunities to get involved. “The shirts are the start of what we hope will be a fantastic partnership, with fundraising and other activities throughout the next two seasons.”
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A dogs Day out
This scenic walk makes great use of some of the paths and trails heading north from Tibshelf Ponds before turning back to head back down the Five Pits Trail. We last featured this walk over 13 years ago! But we regularly walk around this area, so it was no surprise to find there was very little change needed to the instructions. We thought it was the perfect walk for an autumnal Sunday leg stretch, and so did Flake. 4.5 MILE CIRCULAR WALK FROM TIBSHELF PONDS VIA SAW PIT LANE AND THE FIVE PITS TRAIL A moderate walk for you and your dog. This walk should take around 2 hours to complete. There is a range of terrain, with some muddy and uneven sections, so make sure you wear appropriate footwear. There are a couple of roads to cross, so take plenty of care. And as always, follow the Countryside Code.
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From inside the car park go through the gap to the left of the car park entrance and turn left onto a path passing a pond on your left and then a pond on your right. Continue ahead until you arrive at two paths turning left. Ignore the sharp left turn signposted for “Five Pits Trail” and take the other left path heading gently uphill.
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Continue along this path passing through a metal width restriction gate. Continue straight ahead until you reach a right turn. At this
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point the path becomes a lane. Continue straight on, along “Saw Pit Lane”. 3.
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Passing a lane on the left, continue straight to cross the motorway. The lane then bears left and runs alongside the motorway for some time. After passing a few buildings on the left you will reach a main road. Turn left along the road to pass back over the motorway. After crossing the motorway turn immediately right in front of the first house to go up a lane. When entering the lane you will see a stile on your right. Ignore this and go straight up the lane keeping houses on your left and trees on your right. At the end of the houses continue straight, keeping the hedge on your left. At the very end of the hedgerow turn 90 degrees left to cross an open field on a thin grass path. Continue across the field and then pass some tall conifers on your left. Continue straight to pass through a gap in the fence and onto a main road. Cross the road and turn right and after passing house number 69 on the left turn left through a gap in a stone wall. This path will take you between the buildings and on into a field with a fence on your left.
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Keeping the tall hedge on your right continue straight to pass a marker post on your right and then continue downhill along the edge of a field. At the bottom of the field bear left to follow the edge of the field and eventually through a gap in the fence onto the “Five Pits Trail”
10. Turn left along the trail and after a longdistance pass through a gap by a metal gate and go straight on. After a short distance you will reach a crossroads, take the path ahead signposted for “Five Pits Trail”. 11. Eventually you will come to a main road. Cross the road and continue along the trail. After a short distance continue straight to pass the “Canter Track” on your left. After a while you will come to a path that bears left. Ignore this and continue straight, keeping a fence on your right. 12. The trail eventually heads downhill and at the bottom on the left you will find the Tibshelf Ponds car park.
This walk is for illustrative purposes only. Voice Magazines Ltd 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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of mushroom-related cuisine, they are called Ceps, in Germany, they are Steinpilz, and in Italy Porcini. Here in Britain, because they look like a nicely baked crusty cob, they are popularly known as “Penny Buns”. These are considered the most useful and delicious of the wild, edible mushrooms and are relatively easy to identify. Having tubes and pores under the cap rules out many nasty, highly poisonous mushrooms which have gills, and this is helpful to fungal foragers. However, there are other and often rather similar-looking Boletes which are described as “inedible” and best avoided. In a couple of cases, some are rather nasty such the Devil’s Bolete or Satan’s Bolete (Boletus satanus) with purple and orange colouration and foul-smelling, garlicky flesh. This is one to be avoided. Other delightfully edible wild mushrooms include the Field Mushroom and the Horse Mushroom (basically like large versions of the typical edible cultivated “Mushroom” and close relatives of that species). These have tall, strong stems, large flattish caps with dark gills underneath, and are tasty and good to eat. One member of the Genus, the Yellow Stainer, can be poisonous to some people but not others. In terms of edibility the “Giant Puffball” is good so long as it is cooked before the spores ripen, but it is less common and may be declining in some areas. Overall, my strong advice if you are not a mushroom expert and are at all unsure of identification, then despite the temptation, it is best to avoid wild fungi. There are some easily identified edible species but don’t risk it if you aren’t certain!
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