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This month promises to be a busy one here in Ashby with so many events taking place. We’ve got full details th here of the Ashby Arts Festival which runs from Friday 27th through to Monday 30th May – see pages 10, 11 & 56. Running alongside this will be this year’s Ashby Food Gusto Food & Drink Festival on the Saturday and Sunday. As well as all the usual delicious treats from over 60 local producers, 2016 sees the launch of the Rotary Gusto Teddy Bear’s Picnic with loads of fun and games for the little ones. See pages 28 & 29 for more info. Our round up of What’s On in May can be found on pages 58 & 59 and don’t forget to head online at www.ashbylife.co.uk to see a full list of this month’s events and follow us on Facebook and Twitter to hear all the latest news. Have a good month everyone!

May in Ashby

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Contents

Address Ashby Life Ltd Castle House South Street Ashby de la Zouch LE65 1BR Front Cover Photographer Margaret Jones Artist John W Smith

Ashby Life is an independent ent his publication. No part of this publication may be reproduced ced without the prior permission of the editor. The use of this s magazine for canvassing orr direct marketing is strictly prohibited.

Information is included on the What’s On and Community Board pages subject to space being available. Whilst everyy re care has been taken to ensure n is that the data in this publication accurate, Ashby Life cannot be ors held responsible for any errors omor omissions or endorse comces panies, products or services appearing in this magazine.

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Ashby Arts Festival 10 Venture Theatre News 12 In Your Garden 16 Money Matters 20 Spotlight On... 24 It’s Local 28 Community Board 32 Body Matters 36 Christadelphian Church 40 A Walk in the Forest 44 Book Reviews 48 Fitness Tips 52 Ashby Arts Festival 56 Whats On 58/59 On The Beat... 62 What’s On for Families 66 Puzzle Page 70 Ashby Museum News 74 Ashby Library News 78 Friends of Bath Grounds 82 Storytime 86 Ashbeian MTG News 90 Just 4 Fun 94 Castle Medical Group 98 Walk to School Week 102 Fun Quiz 106 In Your Home 110 Seasonal Recipes 114 Chess Puzzle 118 Young Ashby 122 Puzzle Solutions 124 Business Directory 126

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ashby arts festival

A Volunteers View

with Margaret Jones I became b involved i l d in i Ashby A hb Arts Festival almost by accident some 5 years ago. One moment I was chatting to a neighbour about my interest in art and photography and the next thing I was standing on Brook Street in a hula outfit handing out programmes.

Ashby Arts Festival is famous for its giant outdoor gallery. Each year you can see up to 40 huge 8×4 foot artworks displayed on buildings, businesses and schools around the town centre. Done by local professional and amateur artists and with a huge range of styles this is accessible “Street Art” for all. This year the theme is “Once Upon a Time” and we have introduced a Children’s section with a series of 4 foot square boards.

Photo by Margaret Jones

At the heart of the festival are the Festival Galleries at Ivanhoe College which host our annual Art and Photography Exhibitions. You can view and buy high quality art from both professional and amateur artists. Visit our gallery “Art Cafe” for refreshments, see artists at work and even create some art of your own. See the entrants and winners of our 2016 Photography Competition alongside an inspiring display of photographs from Ashby Photo by Margaret Jones Camera Club. There will also be displays from Ashby Guild of Artists, a chance to view the winning pictures from the Rotary Club School Art Competition 2016 and the opportunity to vote for the Ashby Civic Society Design Award. Outside the college there will also be a Craft Fair.

The full festival programme also includes a wide variety of theatre, film, music and storytelling performances including “Many Beautiful Things” at Holy Trinity Church, “The Hollow Crown” at the

Since then, thanks to the festival, I have played piano on Market Street, Lindyhopped in Rushton’s Yard, organised a Rock School, painted giant artworks and seen many brilliant performances. So what is planned for the 27th to 30th May 2016?

Photo by Margaret Jones

Venture Theatre and “A Little Bit of Leicestershire” at The Larder Cafe. There are workshops for young and old including a wonderful opportunity to help create a community mosaic with the Friends of Ashby Bath Grounds.

With so much to choose from, you are sure to find plenty of interest over this Photo by Larry South lively Bank Holiday weekend. See www.ashbyartsfestival.co.uk for full programme details or follow the festival on Facebook www.facebook.com/ ashbyartsfestival/ or on Twitter @AshbyArtsFest

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venture theatre news There are lots of exciting activities going on over the late May Bank Holiday weekend as the Ashby Arts Festival gets underway for its 11th year and two of them will be taking place at The Venture Theatre.

Ashby Arts Festival and the Venture Theatre

FOR the first time, Ashby Dramatic Society will be taking part in the festival with a performance of The Hollow Crown on Friday 27th May at 7.30pm. This will be a reading of various speeches, letters and gossip to illustrate the lives of our monarchs from William the Conqueror to Queen Victoria. Devised by John Barton of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in 1961, it has proved to be one of the most successful productions the RSC ever staged. More than 70 actors have performed it all over the world. Tickets from Ashby Tourist Information Centre are £7 including a glass of Pimms.

On Saturday 28th May, the theatre will be taken over by Pudding Bag Productions for Quick Flicks, a set of six of their recently made short films. One, Polkas and Pustules was specially commissioned by The Friends of Ashby Bath Grounds and is a short dramatization of the history of the 19th century Ivanhoe Spa Baths. Another, set in Wigston Framework Knitters’ Museum, is a poignant story of the widow of the last Master Hosier and her determination to keep alive

his name and his profession. Completing the set are three hilarious short comedy sketches written for film by Ashby Writer’s Club. Finally, an uplifting true story tells of one man’s successful struggle over the course of a year, not only against the weeds in his allotment but against a more serious personal threat.

Pudding Bag Productions is very grateful to The Friends of the Bath Grounds for helping to make this a FREE event. However, space at the theatre is limited so booking is essential and can be done through Ashby Tourist Information Centre, on 01530 411767. There has already been high demand for seats with only a few left so if you haven’t booked yours, don’t delay!

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in your garden RHS Show Garden Medalist, Francesca Sinclair, looks at how to make the most of your garden and garden jobs for this time of year. Francesca offers a full garden design service - find out more at www.francescasinclair.co.uk

Donington Le Heath MAY heralds garden visits for sunny afternoons and the gathering of ideas for our gardens. The reopening of the garden of Donington Le Heath’s fascinating Manor House on 7th May with a Plant Hunters Fair is a perfect start. Having visited a plant fair there last year I can highly recommend a browse. There will be good quality plants. You are bound to be inspired by the knowledgeable and enthusiastic plants people showing unusual varieties and specialist plants for sale. Hopefully you will not be able to resist a purchase or two.

The garden at Donington Le Heath Manor is charming. It is not huge, but appropriate to the size of the house. You might be able to imagine yourself living there! It has that perfect 17th century combination of paths, plants and lawn, all combined to create garden rooms. Beautiful large flagstones make the pathways and the garden is further divided by perfectly trimmed and level yew hedges. This makes sheltered and quiet spaces which encourage further exploration of the garden. The design gives the impression of it being bigger than it really is. Recreated as a 17th century garden it feels traditional and perfectly in keeping with the style of property. Old plant favourites such as Roses and Lavender are generously grouped in the planting beds to make vibrant displays of colour.

As with the garden 400 years ago, plants and herbs with medicinal and culinary uses have been included in the planting of the flower and herb gardens. An ornamental maze is a fun and appropriate addition, and an orchard to the side of the house again recreates the essence of a productive 17th century garden. There is small woodland, which was planted as part of the local National Forest Scheme.

This charming garden has been selected as the venue for an outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s Hamlet on 11th June to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death. With the property dating back to 1280 it has several famous links to history including Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot - one of the actual plotters owned the house in the early 17th century.

The house itself is currently being refurbished and will open later on in May. The Old Barn tea room offers snacks and cakes. Tables and chairs outside mean you can have a seat on which to enjoy the garden. Donington Le Heath Manor is to survive without its former annual subsidy and so various events are planned for the summer. The Heritage Garden Restoration Volunteer Registration Scheme opened in April and heritage experts guide the team. Entry to the house and garden will be £5.95 for adults with free return entry for a year. Discounts and concessions are available for families. Under 3's and Carers will be free admission. For more information go to www.doningtonleheath.com or telephone 01530 831259. Email info@francescasinclair.co.uk

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GARDENING JOBS FOR MAY: 1 Hoe and hand weed borders and vegetable plots. 2 Plant summer hanging baskets. 3 Harden off summer bedding by opening cold frames in the day. 4 Thin out directly sown annuals. 5 Successionally sow salad crops. 6 Sow sweetcorn and French runner beans, cauliflowers, sprouting broccoli and leeks. 7 Put straw under strawberries. 8 Stake and keep staking those perennials which will fall over such as Delphiniums. 9 Cut lawns weekly and remember a high nitrogen feed. 10 Weather can still be unpredictable so watch out for frosts on annuals.

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money matters Editorial by Lisa Emery of Baldwins

PERSONAL TAX PLANNING A guide to reducing an individual’s tax liability THE overriding aim of all personal tax planning is to legally reduce the amount of tax paid on an individual’s income. This income can come from a number of sources and the tax reduction strategies available will be based on the reliefs and allowances applicable to each source.

INCOME TAX For the 2016/17 tax year, most people’s personal allowance is £11,000.

BASIC RATE 20% £0 to £32,000. Most people start paying basic rate tax on income over £11,000.

HIGHER RATE 40% £32,001 to £150,000. Most people start paying higher rate tax on income over £43,000.

ADDITIONAL RATE 45% Over £150,000. The personal allowance is reduced by £1 for every £2 that adjusted net income exceeds £100,000, so the

effective tax rate of income between £100,000 and £122,000 is 60%. ACTIVE PRACTICE UPDATES Employee benefits

Many companies offer employee benefits, which can provide tax advantages. When planning for income tax, these benefits should always be assessed and included in your calculations. Employee benefits, which are not subject to tax include:

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share incentive schemes childcare benefit employee pension contributions some uniforms, materials and equipment to do a particular job • some small gifts • company parking spaces.

Employee benefits are reported to HMRC by the employer if the employee is on a PAYE scheme or by the individual if they are self-employed or a company owner. Pension contributions

Tax relief on pension contributions, whether by an employee, an employer, or both should also be carefully considered and calculated when income tax planning.

Tax relief of 100% on pension contributions is available for those under 75, however national insurance contributions (NICs) are still applicable.

Tax relief on pension contributions is dependent on the particular pension scheme the employee and employer are paying into. Occupational schemes frequently operate with the employee’s contribution being paid into the scheme and no tax being deducted. This gives pension tax relief at the usual income tax rate the employee pays.

Personal pension plan contributions are taken from an employee’s taxed income. The scheme then claims back the basic rate pension tax relief.

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spotlight on... This month we turn the spotlight on a brand new local charity; Supporting Confidence Through Exercise. This new charity aims to provide the very best possible support for people living with or in remission from life changing conditions through exercise and holistic support. THE Charity will launch its first programme, The Pink Ribbon Programme, on the 6th June 2016 at Hood Park Leisure Centre. The Pink Ribbon Programme is designed specifically for Breast Cancer Survivors and is a post-operative, pilates based programme to help survivors regain mobility and improve strength and posture. It runs for 6 weeks in small groups of no more than 8 and is complimented with a structured home exercise support booklet. Anyone with experience of Breast Cancer challenges is very welcome. To book a place please contact Michelle on 01530 273366. Having been awarded funding by North West Leicestershire District Council, this and a second six week programme are to be provided, free of charge, during 2016 and the goal is to deliver the programme countywide during 2017.

In the future, the Charity aims to gradually incorporate further specialised programmes/workshops to meet the needs of a much wider variety of conditions including Cancer Survivorship, Falls Prevention, Mental Health and Neurological conditions. All programmes will be aimed at providing opportunities to build self-esteem and encourage those enduring challenges both physically and mentally to participate in activities and enjoy a healthy and fulfilling life. SO HOW CAN YOU HELP? Now is the perfect time to get involved. As with any charity, Supporting Confidence Through Exercise relies on donations in order to deliver services and to make a difference to the health of individuals in our community. The goal is to make their services accessible, to improve peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives and wellbeing and most importantly to deliver this completely free for participants. If you would like to organise fundraising activities or make a regular donation to help to continue and develop services then please feel free to get in touch. You would be improving the lives of many individuals across North West Leicestershire, supporting them to overcome the challenges associated with living with a chronic condition.

If you have any further questions or wish to support the charity in any way please contact Michelle on 01530 273366 or 07887 678367.

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it’s local Nibble, Bite, Eat, Chew, Sip, Savour and Enjoy the Region's Best Food & Drink at the Ashby Food Gusto Food & Drink Festival on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th May

SITUATED in the Bath Grounds of Ashby de la Zouch we have yet another fantastic line up with more than 60 producers. With products from venison, pies, relish, cheese, preserves, olives, artisan bread, crepes, hand crafted chocolates, patisseries to local wines, beers, ciders, spirits and more there is something for everyone.

Why not make a day of it and enjoy lunch out where you can choose between wood-fired pizza, succulent hog roast with all the trimmings, spicy samosas, caribbean BBQ, indian cuisine, spanish paella, tasty omelettes or mexican street foods?

We also have a selection of local Artisans exhibiting. Grab a gift or a treat for you or a family member with items ranging from specialty candles, handbags, the nova kitchen range or even a special doggie cookie for your best friend.

NEW FOR 2016 This year Food Gusto has teamed up with the Rotary Clubs of Ashby de la Zo Zouch running a Teddy Bear's Picnic from 11am at the event. At the Teddy bears picnic children Z uch who will be runni can enjoy Punch and Judy shows, storytelling, competitions and join in the ‘Find Rotary Gusto Bears Challenge’. Other children's entertainment includes rides, bouncy slide, face painting, henna tattoos, glitter tattoos and children can also purchase a special Gusto Bears Picnic Lunch Box which includes a roll/hot dog, soft drink, cookie and fruit.

Joel Wildgoose leads the music for the weekend bringing his well known style to the event.

Entrance fee is just £1 for adults and children free, with the event running from 10.30am on the Bath Grounds.

We will be bringing you much more detail over the next few weeks and you can get lots of details about everything going on at www.foodgusto.com or www.ashbyfestival.co.uk

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A friendly drop-in suppor t group for anyone affected by a life limiting illness in North West Leic estershire. Ran by local charity, Hos pice Hope, the group meets every Friday from 1.30pm to 4pm at Legion House, South Street. Open to pati ents and carers, go along to rela x, meet new people and get support. For more information call 07935 800 685 or email support@hospiceh ope.org.uk.

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Archaeology Open Dasys on the Bath Ground

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Art at the Bank

Go and see Di’s paintings at Lloyds Bank in Ashby from 21st May to 2n d June. Watch demonstrations in watercolour free on Monday 23rd 11am to 1pm, Friday 27 th 11 and Saturday 28 am to 1pm th May, 9am to 10am and 12 pm to 1pm. Donations to Ra inbows Children’s Hosp ice in L ughborough Lo . Lloyds bank will double wh atever is dona n ted. Everyon e we e en if you don’t lcome, ev bank w th the Lloyds wi Bank.

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Dates for May: Coleorton Wood, 10th and 14th May and New Lount Reserve, 24th May and 28th May. Work Sessions start at 10am and usually last for 4 hours. Volunteers are or welcome to go along for all If part of any of the sessions. you are interested in joining the group you can contact coleorton11@gmail.com or see . www.cnlvg.moonfruit.co.uk

Ashby Town T Counc il Calend ar of Meetings

C Councillor Surgery on 16th May 5.30pm to 6.30pm, Annual Meeting of the Town Council on 16th May at 6.30pm to 7.30pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend and there is a slot for public questions. Meetings take place at Legion House, South Street, Ashby.

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body matters

Sticks & Stones...

THIS month I will be discussing how our muscles and joints change as we get older, and what we can do to help maintain their health. WHAT IS A JOINT? A joint is where 2 or more bones meet. They are designed to create movement. There are many different types of joints in the body, such as the ball and socket joint of the hip, or the hinge joint of the knee. These joints share common features: • Muscles – to move the joints • Ligaments – which connect the bones to each other and act as guide ropes to control and limit the movement. • Cartilage – which covers the ends of the bones. This is a smooth fibrous like material which acts as a shock absorber. As we get older our muscles, bones, ligaments and joints will also age.

HOW DO MUSCLES AGE? Muscles weaken and fatigue more easily as we get older. This is caused by: • a loss of the number and thickness of our muscle fibers • loss of neurological muscle tone • slower and inefficient healing of damaged muscle.

HOW DO JOINTS AGE? As we get older our joints stiffen. Osteoarthritis is the process by which we lose the cushioning (cartilage) in our joints. As the cartilage ages it becomes thinner and looses its smooth surface. This makes it easier to damage. Eventually the cartilage can erode away resulting in the bones grinding against each other. Our cartilage is bathed in a special fluid, called synovial fluid. This helps lubricate the joint surface. Movement of the joint helps the synovial fluid do its job.

HOW DOES BONE AGE? As we get older our bones lose minerals and the structure of them weakens making us more prone to breaks. Loss of bone density (demineralisation) is most commonly due to hormonal changes such as menopause or lack of weight bearing activity, which is essential for bone health.

JOINT STIFFNESS One of the earliest symptoms of a joint that is not functioning very well is stiffness. Very often in practice I see this in the 30 – 50 year old population. Movement is the key to keeping our joints healthy. Previous injuries, poor posture, lack of stretching can all lead to a stiffening of a joint. This affects the forces exerted on the muscles and ligaments and increases the wear on the joint.

with Sarah Kavanagh, Ashby Osteopathic Clinic

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KEEPING MOBILE IS THE KEY

Leading an active lifestyle can prevent many age related changes. Exercise strengthens bones, helps maintain muscle mass and bone density.

• Keep mobile, try to gently stretch and move through stiff joints so that you can maintain their mobility and reduce them stiffening up further • Keep a healthy weight to reduce impact on the joints. A small loss in weight can significantly reduce the strain on large weight bearing joints such as the hips and knees.

• Wear sensible shoes. The use of trainers or similar footwear can help absorb shocks and take the pressure off your knees, hips and spine when walking for longer periods.

• Think about your muscle strength and doing gentle exercise to maintain your muscles

• Weight bearing exercises such as walking and weight training reduce the rate at which bone is broken down and can protect against osteoporosis.

As with all medical conditions a correct diagnosis is of paramount importance for the appropriate treatment and management of the condition. For more details on the clinic, to discuss a particular case, or to book an appointment please call Sarah Kavanagh or Tristan Hill on 01530 440 442 or email contact@ashbyosteopath.com

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IN or OUT?

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The big EU debate

AS the debate as to whether we should remain in the EU or not hots up, I find myself thinking it’s more like fortune-telling. Both sides trying to foresee what a future would be like if we left. Quite a bit of the time, the points feel like scare-tactics, used by both sides. The more I read about the arguments for and against the more I think – is there really a right or wrong answer? Surely some businesses would do better in, while others would flourish by being out. How would it affect the UK’s standing on the international stage? What about social care? What if we make the wrong decision as a nation? The future feels, at times, very uncertain. It’s then that I remember that the Bible tells us the future, and it’s way more accurate than fortune-telling, tea-leaf reading or economic forecasts! Historically, the Bible has foretold the birth of Jesus, where he would be born and what would happen to him. It said how the world powers

Editorial by Ashby Christadelphian Church, Union Passage, Ashby

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would shift through Babylonian and Medo-Persian empires, to Roman and Greek to the modern day diverse range of nations, way before any of this happened. It’s been repeatedly proved historically accurate by archaeology and considering it was written over 1500+ years by 40+ different authors, it carries an amazingly consistent message.

What does the Bible say? It states (in Luke 21) that the world will get worse and worse, with people scared for their future and nations in complete crisis. Then Jesus will return to the earth and sort it all out. Have a read for yourself and see just how accurate it is. So whenever I feel worried about the decisions facing our country, I take a deep breath and remember that God is in control, and he has a great plan for the long term.

Find out more about God’s plan by reading your Bible. If you haven’t got a Bible, please drop in and pick one up from us for FREE. Useful Bible passage: Luke ch21 vs 25-28.

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a walk in the forest The National Forest Way - Section Ten T

Branston Water Park to Rangemore TThis month we look at the tenth section of the National Forest Way, our newest long distance path which travels right across the National Forest area. Starting at the wetlands of Branston p Water Park this 4 mile walk takes in Tatenhill Lock on the Trent & Mersey Canal and passes W over the beautiful and atmospheric Battlestead Hill. Download full instructions for this section o 1 of the National Forest Way at www.nationalforestway.co.uk, including postcodes for start and o finish transport links. There is car parking at both ends of the walk but do note car park closing fin fi inis i h and information i fo in f rm r atttiio ion on public p times and charges.

From the car park at Branston Water Park (1) walk down the path with the lake on your left until you reach the canal. Turn left along the canal tow p path and continue until y you arrive at Tatenhall Lock (2).

T Turn right to cross the bridge over the canal by the llock and then follow the path straight ahead. C Continue along this path for quite some distance ( (ignoring a path off across a bridge to your right). Y will pass by lakes and then have a quarry on You y your left and a stream running through the trees o your right. Continue ahead, passing through a on c ear the end of the track. There are two couple of gateways, until you reach some houses near b bridges over the stream here and your route turns right to go over the second bridge. Turn i immediately left after the bridge to reach the road at Tatenhill.

C Cross the road and take the path opposite with the stream on one side and an interesting escarpm ment on the other ((3). You will soon come to a gate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; turn immediately right after it to follow the path steeply escarpment uphill. You are now on Battlestead Hill where you will find some well-placed benches, perfect for taking a break after the climb and enjoying the fine views. Keep following the path straight ahead and, after passing over the hills you will drop down into woodland. 4 Bear right in the woods down into the dip with the large tree (4) and then turn left after passing through the dip. The path leaves the woods over a stile after which you need to turn right and walk down to a kissing gate. Turn left after the gate to reach the road.

Immediately opposite is a wooden footpath sign alongside the drive to a house (5) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; follow tthe grassy path past the house to a stile. Turn sharp right after the t stile to walk uphill towards the fenced enclosure of Park Coppice. C When you reach the enclosure turn left - so that you are a walking with the coppice on your right - then turn right at the c corner to continue around the enclosure. This will bring you past woodland w and onto a track with hedges on either side. Keep straight ht on along l the th track, t k passing p through the gateways and over stiles until you reach Cuckoo Cottage on your right. S Shortly after the cottage turn right over a stile into a field. Walk downhill on the right hand side s of the field continuing on until you come to a horse jump at the bottom of the hill. Go G through the gate by the jump and turn left along the valley. At the next gateway you need n to keep left and, behind the gorse, you will find a stile in the 6 left l hand fence part way up the field. Cross the stile and walk up the left hand edge of the e next n field, over another two stiles and then out onto the road.

Turn right along the road and keep an eye out for a permissive path on your right before the coach house. Follow the permissive path as it runs alongside the road, into woodland and crosses over a track. At the end of the woodland bear diagonally right to the field corner. Cross a footbridge and continue diagonally right to the edge of Rangemore village. Crossing a final stile you will emerge onto Chapel Lane. Turn left to the junction of Tatenhill Lane and then right to walk along to the car park opposite the school and the end of this leg (6).

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It’s a mystery book reviews

Few things beat curling up with a good mystery. Whether you prefer a classic whodunit, a gritty crime novel, or a supernatural thriller, there’s sure to be something to tempt you in our pick of the latest releases.

SWITCHEROO Aaron Elkins

Switched identities, unsolved murders and a gorgeous setting to boot, Switcheroo has them all. This is Elkins’ 18th book featuring the forensic anthropologist Gideon Oliver, and fans say it’s one of the best to date. investigating a cold case in Jersey dating from the 1960s, Gideon discovers a web of deceit, dating to before the war, when two boys were swapped by their fathers. Not quite as gripping as some in the genre, Switcheroo is nev nevertheless a very enjoyable read.

What h t She Never Told Me Kate McQuaile

Back in Ireland due to her mother’s death, Louise is hoping to finally find out who her father is. Does a stranger hold the answers? Who is the little girl in her memories and why do they leave her feeling so unsettled? A psychological thriller with twists and turns aplenty, this could well end up on this year’s bestseller list. Prepare to put everything aside for a few hours, as you won’t want to put it down. A must for fans of Before I go to Sleep, Girl on a Train and Little Face.

THE DEADLOCK TRILOGY BOX SET P.T. Hylton

If you like your mysteries to have a supernatural edge to them, and more than a touch of horror, The Deadlock Trilogy needs to be on your wish list. Convict Frank returns to his childhood home - a backwater town in Tennessee - to find that things have taken a turn for the bizarre. Brilliantly original, wellplotted and skilfully narrated, this trilogy is a real find. Perfect for fans of early Stephen King.

In the Dark, In the Woods Eliza Wass

While aimed at the young adult audience, In the Dark, In the Woods definitely crosses the age barrier. Castley Cresswell lives with her siblings, broken mother and domineering father, in a rundown house in the woods. Her father tells her that they are the chosen ones, and thatt he h is i God’s conduit. As with all teenagers, Castley struggles with being ‘different’ from her school peers, and starts to question her parents’ ideology. Will she find the strength to break free from her father? Will he let her?

THE HOLLOW MEN Rob McCarthy

Police surgeon Dr Harry Kent is known as a man with a weakness for lost causes. So when a teenager takes a group of people hostage, then later seems to be in clear danger himself, Harry can’t help but get involved. As he works to find out what drove the boy to such desperate measures, Harry starts to uncover a trail of deception and cruelty. Gritty, tense and fast paced, this is the first in a new series starring Dr Harry Kent, and fans are already clamouring for more.

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fitness tips

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that day. Unfortunately, though it isn’t that simple. Just try to remember feeding your body with processed junk food might satisfy you for a matter of minutes, but feeding it with goodness and keeping it active will satisfy you for life. TO LOSE A POUND in weight you would have to burn off around 3,500 calories! Now trust me that's a hell of a long workout! Let’s say around 4 hours on the treadmill. This is not only totally unnecessary but also extremely time consuming and exhausting. However, if we combine the right nutrition with exercise then that’s a totally different story. A HEALTHLY WEIGHT LOSS is around 1 to 2 pounds a week, this would mean you would have to reduce your daily calorie intake by around 500 calories, so instead of spending hours and hours on the treadmill all we would need to do is reduce our food intake by 300 and then burn the rest by having a nice 30-minute jog for example. Re-evaluating your diet and eating habits will not only give you more energy and boost your confidence but it will allow you to lose those extra pounds but more importantly to sustain it.

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ashby arts festival

Quick Flicks

with Kate Mallinder ASHBY Arts A t Festival F ti l is i fast f t approaching and I’ve been poring over the program seeing which events I would like to attend. I think my children are hoping for the Teatime Tales at the library! But as I’m looking through all the varied and interesting events, I’m struck by what a talented town Ashby is and how fortunate we are to have people locally who are committed to celebrating art in all its forms.

This year I’ve had an insight into the commitment needed to make events happen. Two of the short films being behind the scenes shown at the Quick Flicks event on May 28th have been written by me. As a writer, I thought that was the hard bit done, but how wrong I was! Actors were selected to play the roles I’d dreamt up, they had to learn all the words I’d typed, and then they had to imagine that they were the characters. I was cheeky and asked Wendy Freer from Pudding Bag Productions if I could come along and watch them filming my scripts. I was privileged to see Victoria Sponge being filmed. It is only by watching Wendy and Mary Barker work that lights, camera, action! I’ve had a sense of how much thought and planning goes into a film shoot. The number of takes that happen to get the shot just right. The attention to detail. I’d never have believed a ten minute film could take two hours to film. But the process doesn’t finish there. The film is then edited. Things like music and credits are added. All this work for ten minutes of entertainment which looks deceptively effortless. It was a thrilling experience watching Ann and Val play two characters at a W.I. cake competition and I can’t wait to see the finished film. Quick Flicks is an evening of short films, some historical, some contemporary, some funny, some serious (and if you’re interested, mine are Score Draw, and Victoria Sponge a comedy about two rival W.I. cake makers, or as a friend of mine described it – ‘acute social comedy wrapped up in a conversation about cake’ Personally I’m looking forward to the one entitled Polkas and Pustules!) It shows, in an evening, the work of Pudding Bag Productions through this last year and it’s a filmic feast not to be missed! Quick Flicks 28th May, 7.30pm at Venture Theatre. Sorry, NOW SOLD OUT.

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what’s on...

May Volunteer Group who do voluntary conservation work in 2 local nature reserves. (e.g. buying tools and materials). Free entry. 10.30am to 1.00pm at Coleorton Wood car park, Pitt Lane, Coleorton.

Monday 2nd May Moira Furnace ’Family Fun Day’ A free event which will have a seaside theme with bouncy castles, swing boats, popcorn, candy floss, fish and chips, Punch and Judy, boat rides, sand pit, buckets and spades, deckchairs, children's crafts, food and beverages. Bring along a picnic blanket or your own chair to sit in the grounds and watch the children play. Lots and lots more to see between 11am and 4pm. Tuesday 3rd May Ashby Royal British Legion Meets on the first Tuesday of the month (except January, August and November), at Ivanhoe Social Club, 1, Wilfred Place, Ashby LE65 2GW at 7pm. Visitors welcome, for more information call 01530 417 747 or email ashby.royalbritishlegion@ gmail.com. Tuesday 3rd May Blackfordby WI Resolutions with bingo and quiz. Blackfordby Village Hall, 7pm, visitors welcome. For more information contact Gill Massey 01283 212 380.

Thursday 5th May Ashby Castle WI Peter Varden, presenter of The Jazz Show on Hermitage FM, will give a talk on Long Play records. Visitors are most welcome at Ashby Congregational Church 2pm-4pm. £4 to include tea and cake. For further details contact Fran on 01530 414933. Thursday 5th May Funhouse Comedy Funhouse Comedy is back at the Lyric Rooms for another great night of laughter. Headlining is the inimitable comedy character of The Raymond and Mr Timpkins Revue. Opening will be multiaward winning Tom Binns. Completing the line-up the gently perceptive Garrett Millerick. Tickets are £10 in advance. See www.funhousecomedy. co.uk/ Saturday 7th May Plant Sale Go and get some very reasonably priced plants, ornaments and other items for your garden. Tea & coﬀee also available. All money raised goes towards furthering the good work done by the Coleorton & New Lount

Sunday 8th May ‘The enchanted musical garden’ The region’s premier professional music ensemble Fiori Musicali are presenting a baroque programme of music by Vivaldi and Handel in the splendid historic setting of Staunton Harold Hall, by kind permission of owners Mr and Mrs John Blunt. Once again the group have with them one of their favourite performers, Judit Felszeghy soprano, who performs in full baroque costume. Tickets £20, £15, available from Ashby TIC 01530 411767 and from www.ﬁorimusicali.com Monday 9th May Ashby History Society ‘The Burial of Richard III: Politics and Symbolism’. Alison Adams, Canon of Leicester Cathedral will explain the details of this recent world famous event. All lecture meetings take place in the Methodist Church Rooms, Burton Road, Ashby. Commence at 7.30pm, visitors welcome to attend talks for £3. For more details contact Susanne Tandy on 01530 415 654. Tuesday 10th May Ashby Civic Society AGM with cheese & wine and a National Forest update. A short AGM then illustrated talk by John Everett, CEO of National

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Forest Company on their future plans and achievements. Legion House, South Street, Ashby. Call Suzanne 01530 415 654 to book, car share possible, visitors welcome. For details go to ashbydelazouchcivic society.webs.com. Tuesday 10th May Ashby Writers Club – Manuscript meeting: members’ own work. Meetings: second and fourth Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise specified at 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Congregational Church, Kilwardby Street, Ashby LE65 2FQ. Membership £15 per annum, 7.30pm doors 8.15pm start Wednesday 11th May Ashby Wine Circle Cookery competition – fixed menu. For more details call Barry Clarke on 01530 417 110. Meetings held 7.30pm on the second Wednesday in the month at Brown Court, Atkinson Road, Westfields, Ashby, LE65 2LZ. Saturday 14th May Coffee, Crafts & Plants Come and shop for that special gift or for plants for your garden. Light refreshments and lunches will also be available. 10.00am to 2.00pm at Ashby Methodist Church Hall. Free entry. Saturday 14th May NCT Nearly New Sale The Spring/Summer National Childbirth Trust charity Nearly New Sale with a wide selection of nearly new bump, baby, toddler, pre-school and school clothes, toys and

David Bowie tribute entertaining you and dancing until midnight with his classic songs. £27.00 per person. For further info see www. thelyricroomsashby.co.uk Saturday 21st May Ashby Farmers Market 9am to 1.30pm at Manor House South Street. Bringing you the ﬁnest foods from the region and specialist stalls. Free parking.

equipment. 10.30am to 12noon at Moira Village Hall. Entry is £1 per adult on the door. Saturday 14th May Charity Dinner & Disco A charity dinner and disco in aid of local Leicestershire charity Wishes 4 Kids. Three course meal with coﬀee, raﬄe / auction and disco, £29.50pp. To be held at The Lyric Rooms Ashby on Saturday 14th May. For more information or to buy tickets please contact Richard & Ange Bebbington: Tel 07751 259489 or email charity dinner@ivanhoechallenge. co.uk Wednesday 18th May Ashby Spa WI Resolutions meeting. Manor House School, South Street, Ashby at 7.30pm. Visitors welcome £4. Email ashby.spa@ googlemail.com or call 01530 563 682. Wednesday 18th May Friends of Ashby Museum The Story of the Burton and Ashby Light Railways and the Restoration and Recovery of Car 14. Presented by Keith Gilliver. The new book by Keith will be on sale at the Museum

and there will be a display in the Loudon Gallery about Car 14 throughout May. Talk start at 2pm. Admission £3 with refreshments included. To book a seat, ring the museum – 01530 560 090 or call in. Thursday 19th May Christian Aid Week Lunch At Ashby Methodist Church, 12noon to 2pm. Suggested donation £6, to include soup, ham and cheese ‘ploughman’s’, ‘posh’ puddings, tea or coﬀee. Friday 20th May Ashby Willesley Primary School Spring Fair The Willesley Primary School Spring ‘Vintage Fair’ with a huge range of unusual and handmade gift stalls, a BBQ and licensed bar, entertainment and a spring bonnet parade, alongside games and activities for children. 5.30pm to 7.30pm. 50p entrance for age 11+. See www.ashbywillesley.org.uk Friday 20th May David Bowie Tribute Night The Lyric Rooms, Ashby. 3 course dinner with coﬀee, followed by

Saturday 21st May Ballroom and Sequence Dancing With organist Chris Johnson. Blackfordby Village Hall at 8pm to 11pm, admission £3. Bar/refreshments and raffle. For more details please call 01283 213481 or 01283 224 839. Saturday 21st May Pamper Open Day Reiki, manicures, massage, reflexology, eyebrow waxing, facials and coffee and cake from 10am to 4pm at The Ivanhoe Social Club, Ashby. All proceeds go to Macmillan Nurses. Tuesday 24th May Ashby Writers Club Speaker: Marianne Whiting: “Cousins at War”.

Meetings: second and fourth Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise specified at 7.30pm to 9.30pm at Congregational Church, Kilwardby Street, Ashby LE65 2FQ. Membership £15 per annum, visitors welcome at a nominal fee of £4 per speaker meeting, £3 per comp/manuscript meeting (includes tea or coffee). Wednesday 25th May Ashby Film Night Brooklyn (12A). A moving, intelligent movie adapted by. Nick Hornby from Colm Tóibín’s novel it tells the story of Eilis, superbly played by Saoirse Ronan, a young woman from County Wexford who finds herself in America, torn between love for two men. Doors and bar opens 7pm, Film starts at 7.30pm. The Lyric Rooms, Ashby. £5 on the door or in advance from Ashby TIC. Sunday 29th May Market Bosworth Farmers Market Every fourth Sunday of the month from 9am to 2.30pm at Market Square, Market Bosworth CV13 0LJ. Bringing you the finest foods from the region and specialist stalls.

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on the beat Hello everyone...

AS part of National Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Awareness Day Leicestershire Police, and partner agencies, have launched two new ways for people to pledge their support to end child sexual abuse. Alongside the CEASE - the Commitment to Eradicate Abuse and Sexual Exploitation - online pledge, you can now support the campaign by texting* CEASE to 87007.

Thousands of CEASE hands will also be distributed across Leicestershire and Rutland, in places such as community centres, libraries and doctors surgeries, for people to sign. The signed hands will then go on display in public areas as a visual representation of everyone’s commitment to tackling the crime.

As well as aiming to get everyone who lives and works in the area to pledge their support, the CEASE campaign hopes to help raise greater public awareness of CSE, the signs it may be happening and

iincrease the reporting of offences and the prosecution of offenders. Since its launch, the multi-agency campaign o has received more than 700 online pledges, including h football legend Gary Lineker, Bend It Like Beckham f actress Parminder Nagra, X-Factor winner Sam Bailey, a Leicester City goalkeeper Mark Schwarzar and Leicester L Tigers players Tom Croft, Sam Harrison, Freddie Burns T and Oli Bryant. a It I ties in with a national awareness day run by charity NWG Network highlighting the issues surrounding CSE. N Chief Chi f Constable C t bl Simon Cole said: “The key to tackling CSE is greater public awareness of the issue and the signs that may indicate a child is in danger. “CEASE is already showing its potential to make a real difference with its joinedup approach to tackling the problem with other local agencies. But everyone has a responsibility and I urge people not to turn a blind eye, but to be aware of the signs and alive to the issue - and to speak up on behalf of others.” Materials for young people, parents, carers and businesses, including the signs to look out for, are available at: • Leicester Safeguarding Children Board • Leicestershire & Rutland Safeguarding Children Board Anyone who has concerns about a child is urged not to keep any worries to themselves. They should contact the police on 101 for non-emergencies or 999 if they are concerned a child is in immediate danger. * Texts to support CEASE will be charged at the rate of a standard text message.

PC MARK ARJOO

call: 101 voicemail ID: 1667 email: mark.arjoo@leicestershire.pnn.police.uk

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what’s on for families As summer approaches festival season will soon be well and truly upon us. There’s so much choice whatever your taste in music, whether you’re planning a camping weekend or just a single day of sun (hopefully). What’s more these events are no longer restricted to adults only with some of the best festivals aimed at family fun and entertainment, providing something for all ages. Here’s a quick round up of our favourite family festivals scheduled for this summer in NW Leicestershire.

MAY LEICESTERSHIRE SAUSAGE & CIDER FESTIVAL – Friday 4th to Sunday 6th June at Cattows Farm, Heather Despite the appeal for cider drinkers and sausage fans this festival has so much more to offer. There’s live music from local bands and a huge selection of tribute acts including Abba, Madonna and Take That. The kids will not have a chance to get bored with a roller disco, a funfair and free children’s entertainment. Tickets are available for the day or the whole weekend with the option of camping or even taking a caravan. Tickets start from £7.50 for a Child Day Ticket (age 6-16 years) through to Family Weekend Entry & Camping Tickets at £84.99. See www.sausageandciderfestival.com for full details. 110 ABOVE – Friday 17th to Sunday 19th June at Gopsall Hall Farm, Twycross 110 Above is a three day independent, intimate and family friendly music festival and will be running for the seventh year this summer. Enjoy up and coming bands performing Indie, Rock and Pop music. Weekend tickets include camping with the option of bringing your own caravan, glamping in Tipis or simply camping in your tent with a separate family camping area available. Access to the festival is free for under 12’s as long as you book whilst early bird tickets are on sale before 3rd May. Adult weekend tickets cost £59. For more details of the line-up and ticket info see www.110above.com

PICNIC IN THE PARK – Sunday 12th June at Coalville Park, Coalville Although the Picnic in the Park may not technically be a ‘festival’ it does offer a great family day out with lots for everyone to enjoy and it’s FREE! There’s live music on the big stage from Hermitage FM, Leics Co-op Brass Band, tribute bands and more. There are children’s rides, an acrobatic show, arts workshops, face painting, an inflatable rugby pitch, skittles, and plenty of food and drinks stalls so it’s easy to get into the ‘festival’ mood. For more info call 01530 454603 or email angela.bexton@nwleicestershire.gov.uk

ASHBY FAKE FESTIVAL – Saturday 5th June at Ashby Bath Grounds The fun kicks off at noon for the Fake Festival and carries on till late. Throughout the day top UK tribute bands will be playing in the Marquee but outside in the Entertainment Zone there’s also a large fenced area with plenty of entertainment to keep the kids amused. What’s more , children under 9 years of age get FREE entry and don’t require a ticket. To find out more see www.fakefestivals.co.uk but be quick as this one always sells out and early bird tickets are only on sale until 4th May with adult tickets at £16.50 and family tickets at £42.00. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date with all that’s happening locally.

Our online What’s On section at www.ashbylife.co.uk also has details of local events and ideas for family days out. Send us details of your family events or clubs at www.ashbylife.co.uk/submit-event.php.

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puzzle page ACROSS

QUICK CROSSWORD

7 A large sea (13) 8 Disclosed (8)

9 Opposed to (4)

10 Move forward (7) 12 Allude to (5) 14 Learn (5)

16 Not coolest (7) 19 Zn (4)

20 Fizzy drink (8)

22 Practical example (13)

DOWN

1 Not there (4)

2 Picture house (6)

3 Think about (7)

4 Unrefined (5)

Solutions on page 124

5 Breathe in (6)

6 Insensitive (8)

11 Thorough (8)

13 Mallets (7)

15 Physician (6)

17 Tiny (6)

18 Show embarrassment (5) 21 Let fall (4)

SUDOKU

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3 x 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, with no repetition.

That’s all there is to it.

You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic - there’s no maths involved and no adding up.

It’s fun, it’s challenging, it’s additive! Solutions to all puzzles can be found on page 124.

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ashby museum news

new book and a two month exhibition about the Burton and Ashby Light Railway will both be launched at the beginning of May.

The Burton and Ashby Light Railway was owned by the Midland Railway and built to connect their stations at Burton, Swadlincote, Castle Gresley and Ashby. The system operated between 1906 and 1927.

After closure, all the trams were disposed of. A chance discovery by members of Gresley Model Railway Club resulted in them acquiring the body of Car 14 on which they did a lot of restoration work. Following sponsorship and major restoration, the tram moved to Detroit in 1980 and ran there for the next 23 years. When the system was closed in 2003 it was assumed that the tram had been scrapped, but in October 2014 it resurfaced and was returned to this country. In 1983 Peter White and Joe Storer wrote and published a book called Sixpenny Switchback, which was the first full history of the tramway. Both the original authors are now dead but Peter’s vast photographic collection is housed at Ashby Museum so, using this, a much

enhanced version of the book called Return to the Sixpenny Switchback is being published by the Museum. The author, Keith Gilliver, was a close friend of Peter’s and was in a unique position to write this.

Local primary schools have received information about this year’s Ian Clews Writing Competition and we hope to have a good response. The topic this year is Dolly Shepherd, the Edwardian parachutist and prizes of £50 and £25 will be awarded to the winners.

Included in this year’s Past and Present magazine are articles on Poynton family history, Ashby Castle Gardens, Donisthorpe Mining Memories, Staunton Harold Church’s stained glass windows, a visit to the Bath Grounds written in South Derbyshire dialect and local history book reviews.

FRIENDS OF ASHBY MUSEUM The Friends of Ashby Museum are holding their next afternoon talk on Wednesday 18th May to link in with the museum exhibition about the Ashby to Burton Light Railway and the publication of Keith Gilliver's book. Keith will be giving the talk at the museum starting at 2pm. £3 to include tea/coffee and biscuits. Please call into the museum or phone to book a place on 01530 560090. A date for your diary: On Friday October 21st we will be holding the Ian Clews Memorial Quiz at Packington Memorial Hall. More details later.

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ashby library news You can always expect a warm welcome at Ashby Library. Join for free to use the computers and borrow books, DVDs and talking books. We also do 1-2-1 iPad and computer taster sessions. Come and chat to us we are happy to help or call and book on 0116 305 5917.

JUST FOR MAY

Carer’s Group Monday 9th May, 10.30am-12noon A friendly group of carers who meet in the library. All carers are welcome.

Camera Club Display There is still time to catch a look at the stunning Camera Club display in the library until 27th May.

Tea-Time Tales Friday 27th May, 3.45pm-4.45pm Suitable for children under 7 years, their teddies and their grown-ups. Tickets are £1 per child, booking essential. Come along and listen to tea-time tales to find out what happened once upon a time!

• FOR FAMILIES ‘Wriggly Readers’ and ’Story and Rhymetime’ for children aged 0 to 5 years and their parents and carers. Join us for stories and songs every Friday morning 10.30am to 11am.

• After Wriggly Readers fortnightly 11am to noon, come along to ‘Bumps, Babies & Beyond’, a meeting place for new and expectant mums: free advice and information sessions run by the National Childbirth Trust.

• ‘TinyTalk’ baby signing classes take place every Thursday 9.15am to 11.45am various sessions. To book your place contact Marie Berry email: marieb@ tinytalk.co.uk or call 07443 854 158. Places are limited and allocated on a first come first served basis. • HOBBIES The friendly ‘Knit and Stitch’ group meets every Monday 2pm to 4pm. Bring your project and come for a chat. • MUSIC The unusual and popular Ukulele playing group meets every Wednesday 9.30am to 11.30am. £5 per session. Call Joanna Stevenson on 07415 798134. • HEALTH & FITNESS Come and practice Hatha Yoga every Tuesday 7pm to 9pm. Contact British Wheel of Yoga qualified instructor Lorna Kirk for more details on 01530 416135.

• Meditation ‘Discovering Mindfulness’ 7.30-8.30pm every Wednesday, £7 per session, CNHC approved. For more information contact Julie Hurst, call 01530 273056 or email jhurst@worklifebalancecentre.org

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friends of bath grounds

The Ivanhoe Baths Comes to Life

he pride of 19th century Ashby was the Ashby Ivanhoe Baths, built on the Bath Grounds in 1822. There were saline baths for ladies and gentlemen, card rooms and the opportunity to stroll around the landscaped gardens. Sadly, the baths were demolished in 1962. The Friends of Ashby Bath Grounds have commissioned local artists to capture the magnificence of the Ivanhoe Baths in a new mosaic. ‘We hope that this installation will inspire

the Ashby Community and visitors to the Bath Grounds’.

The Spa Mosaic will be unThe Spa Mosaic be unveiled veiled by the will Ashby Mayor atby onMayor Sunday 29thon May on the1pm Ashby at 1pm Sunday the May Bath on Grounds. 29th the Bath Grounds.

On the same day you’ll be able to help create a large fish mosaic commemorating Ashby Castle’s fishponds and have the opportunity to make yourself a souvenir mosaic coaster to take home. Following the unveiling of the Ivanhoe Baths Mosaic the ‘Ballad of the Bath Grounds’ will be sung by a one off, bespoke community choir – put together from volunteers from the Ashby Community. This is a tribute to Lorna Titley who wrote the words of the Ballad.

‘HAVE A GO’ TO FIND OUT WHAT LIES BENEATH THE BATH GROUNDS Anyone can take part in this exciting

free opportunity to ‘have a go’ at archaeology on the Bath Grounds. Learn how to carry out geophysical and topographic surveys and then have a go yourself and you might just find those buried archaeological remains! There will be lots of 2½ hour sessions, morning, afternoon or evening to choose from.

If you want to know more, why not come along to an introductory talk on Wednesday 4th May, 7.30pm at Cricket Pavilion, Bath Grounds. You’ll get a chance to find out more about what is going on and ask questions. More information on all events at www.bathgroundspath.com or on 07525 339896.

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“He’s the man who used to live in this house,” Martha said. “The fairies liked him better than you,” Rosie said decisively. “Yes, they did.” Martha glanced suspiciously at the house next door, and frowned.

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“Did the fa ffairies iries sound like boy oys oy ys or girls?” she prompted. boys f iries are girls,” Rosie said with authority. fa y y. “All fairies “How many of them were there?” Martha continued, “Tw T o?” Tw “Two?” Th hild pondered. d d The child “Maybe,” she said finally. “I knew it!” Martha muttered with annoyance. Didn’t those two ditherers have something better to gossip about? For the rest of the day and into the evening Martha mowed, pruned and weeded. Even after a weary Rosie had been taken home she continued to fill her compost heap with grass clippings, leaf mulch and weeds. Her arms were scratched and her joints ached but by the time the sun had set anyone would agree how beautiful the garden now looked, if only there was enough light to see it. She sat on her back step and contemplated the day’s work. It amazed her how much energy her indignation had given her, but it was still not completely spent. Martha went into the kitchen and picked up a notepad. Decisively she scribbled the words ‘ARE YOU BOTH SATISFIED NOW?’, tore it off and posted it through the Dithering Dotties’ letterbox. A note they would find when they returned from a fortnight’s holiday in Dorset the following day, which would be a source of great mystery and remain a conversation point between them for years to come.

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ashbeian mtg news MAY already, and AMTG is now officially ‘resting’ after a brilliant season of productions – a Concert in October 2015, Aladdin in February (which enabled us to make donations to the Air Ambulance, LOROS and Rainbows Hospice) and Anything Goes in April 2016. The productions were very well received, with amazing reviews such as “one of the best amateur dramatics companies in the area”; “the enjoyment felt by the company transferred immediately to the audience”; “performances worthy off the th professional f i l stage”. t ” It’s hardly surprising that we are proud of AMTG, and everyone, on-stage and backstage, our wonderful orchestra, and our army of helpers and supporters, is part of the great family team that goes from strength to strength. Our Honorary Patron Sally-Ann Triplett (pictured) is currently on Broadway in Finding Neverland, which also stars Alfie Boe. We are hoping Sally-Ann might persuade him to support AMTG, and who knows, maybe one day they might come and do a duet at one of our concerts! As we go to press the only event left on our calendar is our superb Swing Ball, which is on Saturday 28th May at Ibstock Community College. The Ball starts at 7.30pm and live music is provided by the wonderful Leicester Big Band under the baton of Roger Parsons and there is a licensed bar. Tickets are available by contacting our Box Office on 07527 228945, and are £15 each. Looking forward, we will be spending the summer planning our Autumn Concert, and making a start on plans for Oliver! which will be performed at our lovely theatre home, the 400 Hall at Repton, from 4-8th April 2017. We will be inviting youngsters to audition for Fagin’s Gang, and there will be more details about that to follow. If you would like to join this hugely successful group, we are looking for new members for Oliver! and we would be pleased to hear from you. Please contact us at ashbeian@hotmail.co.uk for more information.

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Solutions on page 124

CODEWORD Each letter in this puzzle is represented by a number between 1 and 26. The codes for three letters are shown. As you find the letters enter them in the box below.

Solutions on page 124

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castle medical group OTHER NEWS Work is well underway on our additional rooms on the ground floor which will result three additional consulting rooms, a treatment room, a therapy room and 16 additional car parking bays at the rear of the building. The work is due to be completed by the end of May.

OFFICIAL OPENING – SAT SATURDAY, A URDA AT DAY DA AY 9TH APRIL APRIL…

We are now officially open. Pictured are Miss Freya Fenwick, our youngest patient and Ms Edith Robinson, our oldest patient on 4th December, 2015 doing the honours. We will be organising a plaque for the outside of the building in due course.

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We have also taken on board the comments about the Consulting Rooms and Treatment Rooms being too confusing in their numbering and we will be renaming the Treatments Rooms with a Letter of the Alphabet (e.g. Treatment Room 1 will now be called Treatment Room A).

Castle Medical Group, 118 Burton Road, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 2LP.

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walk to school week Editorial by Susan Brookes-Morris

more alert in the classroom on a day-to-day basis.

Walking is also better for the environment as it reduces congestion and pollution. Fewer cars and parking outside schools also means there is a reduced chance of accidents and injuries.

NATIONAL Walk to School Week takes place from 16th-20th May. The week is promoted by Living Streets who provide classroom packs and ideas for activities to encourage more children to safely walk to school.

Many children find it fun to walk to school with their parents or friends and look out for particular things along their route. Observation sheets are available which provide an opportunity to tick off things seen along the way, such as a church, shop, or petrol station.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estimated that only half of 7-10 year olds do the recommended one hour exercise per day and studies suggest that many children are obese or overweight when they leave primary school. Encouraging children to walk to school not only helps them to stay trim, but also reduces the risk of heart conditions and other diseases in later life, and means that they are

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For those who canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t walk to school with a relative, being part of a walkingbus may offer a solution. Children walk with volunteers in a group along a designated route, dropping off passengers at schools along the way.

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AQUAFIT has been successfully fitting bathrooms in the East Midlands for the last ten years for private clients and national companies. Quite often, after being delighted with the bathroom, clients would then ask if we could move downstairs and replace the kitchen. Until now we felt that we couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t offer a complete service and declined. Until nowâ&#x20AC;Ś.

We are now pleased to be working with Howdens, who have a vast range of kitchens to offer at very competitive prices, and who also are able to offer a fully designed service by an experienced designer. We cover all trades, as with the bathrooms, and we fully project manage the whole project from start to finish taking away any potential stress or hassle.

On average, most kitchens we have completed so far have been finished within a week, but larger projects are welcome. If you are a landlord with a property to refurbish we can offer a contract range, which is very competitive and contemporary. We also offer discounts if you require a new kitchen and bathroom together. Mark from Aquafit is more than happy to come to your home to discuss your requirements and survey the room. This will then be followed by a meeting with our Howdens designer, at your convenience.

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in your home Dodgy desk, awkward chair or overflowing shelves? It’s time to give your home office a facelift, says Katherine Sorrell.

SPRUCE UP YOUR

HOME OFFICE WHETHER your working space is a corner of the kitchen used for catching up with email, or a high-spec office with everything necessary for full-time self-employment, it needs to work for you. A few small improvements can make your workspace more comfortable, functional and attractive.

START WITH A CLEAR OUT and a tidy up: go through your old paperwork, stationery, books etc. and give it away, recycle it, file it well out of the way or bin it, as appropriate, and you’re bound to create extra space. Then, sort out messy cabling with extension leads, cable clips or by adding an extra double plug socket. NEXT YOUR DESK. If you are still running out of room, you could consider adding a small worktop to one side of your existing desk, or improve your organisation with a new desk that incorporates drawers, cubby holes, shelves or whatever other type of storage you need. If you can, use nearby walls to lift as much as possible off the surface of your desk by introducing wallmounted storage such as shelves, pin boards, peg boards or hanging racks. Anything that stacks is useful, too. Before you know it, you’ll be able to see your laptop again.

A LACK OF STORAGE probably goes for home offices more than any other space in the house. You may be happy with buying a conventional filing cabinet and/or bookcase, but don’t be afraid to look beyond the usual office suppliers: vintage and industrial pieces can add an element of unexpected style to brighten up your work time. Add boxes, baskets, trolleys, racks and desktop accessories in colours and textures that suit your space and personal style.

IF BORING LOOKS ARE THE PROBLEM, then why not give everything a facelift with the paintbrush? Neutrals are undeniably good for concentration, but go for bold colours if they make you happy. Blackboard paint comes in a range of colours and is a great option for sections of walls, desk tops or cupboard fronts where you might want to chalk up some notes. And, how about adding pretty curtains or blinds, an eyecatching rug, a display of collectibles or a dramatic painting or framed photograph?

A COMFORTABLE CHAIR is a must and an adjustable office chair on castors is best. If yours is dull or ugly, either re-upholster it, make a loose cover or, at worst, hang a length of fabric over the back and add an attractive cushion. Another essential is a good desk light – choose one that is bright, adjustable and that you love the look of. There’s an enormous choice, at prices to suit every budget. For the final details, add accessories to brighten up your life, from a goodlooking waste bin to a house plant, some colourful wall art or a scented candle. Let’s face it, the more you enjoy being at work, the more productive you’ll be.

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seasonal recipes This colourful and fragrant main-meal salad is great for easy entertaining. Choose thick pieces of steak and take care not to overcook them or they will become tough and chewy.

Thai Beef Salad YOU WILL NEED

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2 x 175g sirloin steaks 1 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp light soy sauce 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed 1 tsp dried chilli flakes 6 spring onions, trimmed and thinly sliced 8 radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced 100g fresh beansprouts

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These crisp Italian biscuits are baked twice to give them that extra crunch. Serve them with strong coffee or a sweet dessert wine for dipping.

Serves 4 Ready 50+ m in ins

• 1/4 cucumber, thinly sliced • 4 firm plum tomatoes, quartered • 200g mixed salad leaves

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juice of 2 limes 2 tbsp Thai fish sauce 2 tsp brown sugar 1 tbsp fresh chopped coriander • 1 tsp finely chopped lemon grass

1 Place the steak in a shallow dish. Mix together the lime juice, soy sauce, garlic and chilli flakes. Season with freshly ground black pepper and cover and leave to marinate for 1 hour.

2 Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle until very hot. Add the steak and cook for 4 to 6 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan, cover with foil and leave to rest for 15 minutes.

3 Toss together the spring onions, radishes, bean sprouts, cucumber, tomatoes and salad leaves. Mix together all the dressing ingredients, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. 4 Slice the warm steak thinly across the grain. Toss gently into the salad with the dressing. Pile into a large shallow serving dish and serve immediately, or leave to cool and serve chilled.

TOP TIP Lemon grass stalks are sold in small erbs in the supermarket. Yo Y u packs by the fresh herbs You mount to give an extra only need a small amount e dressing but the zesty fragrance to the stalks will keep for 1 to 2 weeks in g chopped to the fridge. Try adding curries, fruit salads or infuse reshin hot water for a refreshing alternative to tea..

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Chocolate Chip & Nut Biscotti

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50g butter, softened • 1/2 tsp baking powder 100g caster sugar • 40g blanched 1 medium egg, beaten hazelnuts, roughly chopped 2 tsp orange zest • 40g dark chocolate 175g plain flour, plus chips extra for shaping

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1 Preheat the oven to 1800C, 3500F, Gas 4. Line a large baking sheet with baking parchment.

2 Put the butter and sugar in a bowl and beat together with a wooden spoon until very pale and fluffy. Gradually beat in the egg and orange zest.

3 Sift over the flour and baking powder and add the hazelnuts and chocolate chips. Knead on a lightly floured surface to a soft dough, adding a little more flour if the dough seems sticky.

4 Divide the dough into two pieces and using lightly floured hands shape each to a 18cm x 8cm log. Place on the baking sheet, well spaced apart, and flatten each one slightly with the palm of your hands. 5 Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until firm and light golden. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and leave to cool for about 10 minutes.

6 Carefully transfer the two logs to a chopping board. Use a serrated knife to cut each log on the diagonal into 9 to 10 slices. Return all the slices, cut-side down, to the baking sheet and bake for a further 10 to 15 minutes until crisp and golden brown.

7 Transfer the biscotti to a cooling rack and leave to cool completely. They will keep in an airtight container for 2 to 3 weeks.

TO TIP For a flavour variation, replace the nuts and TOP ch chocolate chips with sweetened dried cranberries and m mixed peel.

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chess puzzle

CHESS PUZZLE WHITE TO PLAY AND WIN.

You could go running, you could go walking. You could even go cycling, now the days are longer. Or you could be fighting a dastardly enemy, who has given you a fiendish problem. Look above. It may not stretch your muscles, but it will stretch your brain. For a real game, come to the Ashby Ivanhoe Chess Club, on Thursdays at 7.30pm.

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PUZZLE SOLUTIONS - CROSSWORD - SUDOKU - CODEWORD & MORE... WORD LADDER

Tree, Free, Flee, Floe, Sloe, Slot, Soot, Root.

WORDWHEEL TARGETS & ANSWER

Excellent: 20+ words, Good: 17, Fair: 14. ANSWER: Simple.

CHESS PUZZLE

FUN QUIZ 1. Thursday 2. Monday (an anagram of dynamo)

3. Sunday 4. Maundy Thursday 5. Wednesday 6. Monday (Blue Monday, New Moon On Monday, Manic Monday) 7. Wednesday Addams (from The Addams family; the nursery rhyme Monday's Child says ‘Wednesday's child is full of woe’) 8. Sunday 9. Fat Tuesday 10. Thank Four It's.

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1. 1 Ng6+ fxg6 2 Qxg6 and it’s either mate on h7 next move, or Black plays 2. Qf5 and loses her queen.

YOUNG ASHBY

1. Jellyfish 2. Shrimp 3. Whale 4. Shark 5. Stingray 6. Dolphin 7. Octopus 8. Henry Hedgehog!

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