GRAPEVINE CHILWELL NG9 MAR/APR 2015

FREE

GRAPEVINE NG9

YOUR AREA’S MOST USEFUL QUALITY LOCAL MAGAZINE

March / April Monthly Issue 84

www.beechpublications.co.uk

J OTNHA A T HNA NF O F OXX JONA ESTATE AGENTS

ESTATE AGENTS

Call to book your FREE valuation

Call to book your valuation 0115FREE 784 1106

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 1

0115 784 1106

See inside for more d etails

see inside for more details

See inside for more d etails

23/03/2015 03:17

Martin Martin & Co Notts A5_Martin CoPageNotts 16/10/2014 13:47 Page 2 & Co Notts A5_Martin & Co Notts 16/10/2014& 13:47 1

Martin & Co Notts A5_Martin & Co Notts 16/10/2014 13:47 Page 2

A5_Martin & Co Notts 16/10/2014 13:47 Page 2

Martin & Co Notts A5_Martin & Co Notts 16/10/2014 13:47 Page 2

Beeston Office on 0115 9225555 Beeston Office on 0115 9225555 Nottingham City Office on 0115 8533230 Beeston Office 0115 9225555 Nottingham City Officeon on 0115 8533230 Hucknall Office on 0115 8715461 ston OfficeHucknall on 0115 9225555 Ilkeston Office on 0115on 8715414 Office 0115 8715461 Nottingham City Office on 0115 85332 www.martinco.com ingham City Office on 0115 8533230 Ilkeston Office on 0115 8715414 knall Office on 0115 8715461 www.martinco.com Hucknall Office on 0115 8715461

ston Office on 0115 8715414 w.martinco.com

Ilkeston Office on 0115 8715414 2 www.martinco.com Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 2

23/03/2015 03:17

and WeBuilding specialise in: Extensions

Maintenance Alterations

Ltd. Building and Refurbishment

OtherWe Services: Building and Maintenance Maintenance specialise in:

Ltd.

Joinery Extensions Maintenance Alterations We in : We specialise specialise in : Insurance work Refurbishments Extensions Extensions Kitchens & Bathrooms Alterations Alterations Refurbishments Refurbishments

Other services:

Solutions tailored to your needs.

Joinery Other Other services: services: FREE no obligation quote.

Maintenance

Joinery Joinery Insurance Work Maintenance Maintenance Kitchens and Bathrooms Insurance Insurance Work Work www.jwspropertyservices.co.uk Kitchens and Kitchens and Bathrooms Bathrooms Fencing & Decking - supplied & fitted Fencing Fencing && Decking Decking -- supplied supplied && fitted fitted

BEFORE

FREEPHONE: 0800 955 8585 or 07826 175495 Solutions tailored to your to needs. obligation no FREE obligation quote quote Solutions tailored yourFREE needs.no no obligation quote FREEPHONE: 0800 8585 or FREEPHONE: 0800 955 955 8585955 or 07826 07826 175495 FREEPHONE: 0800 8585175495 or 07826 175495 www.jwspropertyservices. co.uk www.jwspropertyservices.

AFTER

www.jwspropertyservices.co.uk

10%

OFF 10% OFF OFF WITH WITH THIS THIS ADVERT ADVERT OFF WITH WITH THIS THIS ADVERT ADVERT OFF WITH THIS ADVERT 10% OFF WITH THIS ADVERT

10%

Homemade Homemade dishes dishes to to eat eat in in or or out out

Open Open :: Tues Tues to to Sat Sat 9AM 9AM –– 4PM 4PM Sunday Sunday 10am 10am –– 4pm 4pm

OAP OAP Specials Specials Tues Tues –– Fri Fri 22 for for 88 Homemade dishes to eat in or out We for We open open for:ITALIAN ITALIAN NIGHTS Open Tues to SatNIGHTS 9AM – 4PM Sunday 10am – 4pm once aa month! onceOAP month!

Specials

Tues – Fri 2 for 8 JOIN JOIN US US FOR FOR BANK BANK HOLIDAY HOLIDAY MONDAY! MONDAY! FACE FACE PAINTING PAINTING We open for ITALIAN NIGHTS 10AM—4PM 10AM—4PM once a month!

(Closed (Closed Easter Easter Sunday) Sunday)

JOIN US FOR BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY!

The is The Station Station Cafe Cafe && Restaurant Restaurant FACE is situated situated PAINTING near Lane near the the Japanese Japanese Water Water Gardens, Gardens, Toton Toton Lane 10AM—4PM Stapleford Stapleford Nottingham Nottingham NG9 NG9 7JA 7JA

(Closed Easter Sunday)

10%

OFF OFF 0115 975 6633is situated The Station Cafe & Restaurant

10%

OFF OFF WITH WITH THIS THIS ADVERT ADVERT 13 13

WITH WITH THIS THIS ADVERT ADVERT

near the Japanese Water Gardens, Toton Lane

COVERING: All areas of the East Midlands Please to Please mention mention Grapevine Grapevine when when responding responding to advertisements advertisements Stapleford Nottingham NG9 7JA

10% to 4

OFF WITH THIS ADVERT

10%

OFF WITH THIS ADVERT

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our13website www.beechpublications.co.uk

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 3

3

23/03/2015 03:17

Editor’s Note Hi everyone, Spring is here at last!

It’s a good time to take some great photos and email them in to Grapevine. sales@beechpublications.co.uk Must be your own work, I look forward to seeing them and placing them in the

C.MOORE SERVICE LTD APPLIANCE REPAIRS EST 1993

• • • • • •

WASHERS DISHWASHERS FRIDGES COOKERS TUMBLE DRYERS BUILT IN KITCHEN APPLIANCES

magazine. Enjoy the brighter weather!

See you next month, Christine Christine Gough. Editor

Electrician

www.resetrenewables.co.uk

• • • • • • • •

Extensions, Conversions & Renovations Conservatories & Porches Groundwork, Excavations & Landscaping All types of Fencing & Gates Driveways, Patios & Paths Brickwork & Plastering Plumbing, Bathrooms & Wet Rooms All Residential & Commercial works undertaken.

We are based in Wollaton and cover all local areas Please call Matt on: 07931 504 255 Office hours only - Mon to Fri www.leesbuilding.com

4

Do you find it difficult to get an electrician to come round and do a small job ?

New fuse boards(consumer units).

Additional sockets. Extra lighting. Rewires.

New installations and extensions.

Landlord and homebuyer inspections.

Solar pv installation and maintenance Fault finding and repairs

……………………………………………………

Qualified Electrician. Fully insured Reliable service. Tidy Work Free quotes. Flexible hours.

Reasonably priced Satisfaction guaranteed ……………………………………………………

I will assure you of a quick response and a reasonably priced service Call John now on 0115

8372340

143 Nottingham Road, Stapleford, Nottingham, NG9 8ay Email : info@resetrenewables.co.uk

www.resetrenewables.co.uk

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 4

23/03/2015 03:17

131 Queens Rd Beeston Nottingham NG9 2FE

Children's Indoor Play & Party Centre

The fun starts here! * 4 tier play frame with a separate play area for babies and toddlers. * Delicious food and drinks, fresh ground coffee & homemade cakes.

Serving East Midlands, Surrey & London You will benefit from:

* Denz is the place to have your party.

Perfect to make your child feel special.



* 3 private party rooms available for a fun filled, stress free party.

   

Open from 9.30am to 6pm.

7 Days a week FREE WI FI



0115 925 5007 View our web site for Denz special offers & daily activities

www.denz.ltd.uk



Ongoing support throughout the year at no extra charge Your own dedicated qualified accountant Fixed competitive fees agreed upfront Lower fee guarantee A personalised, flexible service tailored to your business requirements An accountant who speaks plain English and understands your business Access to knowledge and expertise just when you need it 01158224849 www.numerico.co.uk katerina@numerico.co.uk

SUDUKO Each row, column and 3 x 3 box must contain the number 1 to 9 just once.

This can be done by applying logic - you dont have to guess!

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 5

5

23/03/2015 03:17

6

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 6

23/03/2015 03:17

M arch M adness –

15% off with this advert

`

w w w .castlebedroom s.co.uk

08 00 7 88 0 564 or TEX T B EDR OOM to 079 20 787 177

M ade to m easure bedroom furniture Traditional and contem porary designs Fitt ed floor to ceiling 1 0 year guarantee

info@castlebedroom s.co.uk

WW

MULTI AWARD WINNING HAVELI FINE DINING INDIAN CUISINE • • • •

Voted “Restaurant Of The Year”in 2011, 2012 & 2013 by the Nottingham Post.

Winner of the Tiffin Cup 2012 for the “Best Restaurant in the County” & “Best Restaurant, East Midlands” & “Highly Commended” status in 2014.

Trip Advisor 2014 Winner Voted “Restaurant of the Year” (Regional) at the English Curry Awards 2014.

Book online at www.havelifinedining.co.uk or call 0115 922 7778 including for takeaways.

10 Attenborough Lane, Chilwell ,Nottingham NG9 5JW (Depot Corner).

Open: Mon to Sat 5pm - 10.30pm Sunday:12pm -5pm

Regular Sunday- Kids under 8 eat for free.

Ts’s & Cs’s apply

£10 off per couple when you present this advert Mon to Fri only. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion.

Terms & conditions apply.

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 7

7

23/03/2015 03:17

e ema

DERBYSHIRE DE7 5BB DERBYSHIRE DE7 5BB

01159301901 9301901 0115 call James 07773411586 or or call James 07773411586

AN AND O OF

BUILDER, ROOFER FENCING BUILDER, ROOFER && FENCING work guaranteed. years AllAll work guaranteed.

EstEst 3030 years

M

Pointing Pointing to to brickwork, chimneys, brickwork, chimneys, ridge tiles, valleys etc. ridge tiles, valleys etc.

Broken tiles & missing Broken tiles & missing tiles replaced tiles replaced Guttering repaired renewed Guttering repaired or or renewed

* NOW DO * NOW & PLAST & PLASTIC REPAIR REPAIRS CRACKS CRACKS S

Fencing: Fencing: From a single panel a whole new fence From a single panel to to a whole new fence small NoNo jobjob tootoo small Special rates Senior Citizens Special rates forfor Senior Citizens

MOST MOST JO BETWE BETWEE £10 TOTO £100

HOME V HOME VIS REQUIR REQUIRE

beat any quote.

WeWe willwill beat any quote.

Please call Paul Please call Paul on:on:

01158598379 8598379oror07779462564 07779462564 0115

P Ple

66 Please mention Grapevine when respondin Please mention Grapevine when responding

8

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 8

23/03/2015 03:17

DELICIOUS FOOD AND GREAT MENU!

FREE TEA OR COFFEE WITH EVERY MAIN MEAL WITH THIS ADVERT

THE

DELICIOUS FOOD AND GREAT MENU!

STATI N

CAFE AND RESTAURANT

r Advertise You Business Here

Open Mon to Sat 9am - 3pm Sunday 10am -4pm

CALL

Family Run Business

0115 8373030

Book Now For Home Cooked

Sunday only £6.95!

Your Proof—please check phone numbers andRoasts website address Choice of two meats All Day Breakfasts Home Made Cakes

251 Japanese Water Gardens, Stapleford, Nottingham. Tel 07473 049972

FREE TEA OR COFFEE WITH EVERY MAIN MEAL WITH THIS ADVERT

PAWS 4 HYDROTHERAPY NEED AN ELECTRICIAN?

Japanese Water Gardens 251 Toton Lane Stapleford Nottingham NG9 7JA

Whitehouse Cattery Brand New

All Domestic & Commercial Electrical Work At Paws 4Hydrotherapy we have a Carried Out To The Highest Standards

purpose built heated hydrotherapy pool and spa suited to all breeds of Free quote dogs. Conditions which benefit fromand visual inspection hydrotherapy are: Arthritis | Hip & & Homebuyers Reports Mortgage Elbow Dysplasia, Hip replacements–pre and post operative Consumer Units & Rewires following: Cruciate Rupture/Repair | Spinal Injuries | OCD Security andAFire alarms Paralysis | General Fitness & more. majority of Pet Cookers Insurance Companies will pay forand this showers treatment.

Lighting & Power points NEW DOGGY DAY CARE with flexible hours to suit your needs– If you work all day, or a family to care for, or just need a few hours break, bring them down to Paw 4 , where they will be looked after, walked throughout the day, half & full days available.

All Electrical Testing Undertaken

Call Matthew: Qualified Member of the CHA 0115Association) 9223122 (Canine Hydrotherapy

07771 964933

All staff are fully trained and will work along side your Vet. For more information on the hydrotherapy or our other services (including dog washing), please visit www.paws4.org.uk or

contact Anne on 0115 9398876 07786735384

Luxury 5 STAR

Cattery now open in Sandiacre.

High Quality UPVC Suites — providing luxurious accommodation for your beloved friend. (Visit our website) www.whitehousecattery.co.uk Family run business & licensed with the Erewash Borough Council

Book now and receive 20% discount off your first visit.

0115 9395853 / 07989966776 21 Starch Lane, Sandiacre Nottingham, NG10 5EB.

43 To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk © BeechPlease Publications mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 9

9

23/03/2015 03:17

FREE ENTRY TO D.H. LAWRENCE HERITAGE FOR BIG DAY OUT FREE ENTRY will be on offer at D.H Lawrence Heritage’s multi-award winning sites next month as they open their doors as part of BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Day Out on Sunday 26th April.

As part of the event, visitors will be able to visit Eastwood’s D.H. Lawrence Heritage Centre on Mansfield Road and the D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum on Victoria Street completely free, among other museum and heritage attractions across Nottinghamshire to celebrate the county’s history and heritage.

D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum, 8a Victoria Street, Eastwood, NG16 3AW This house is where David Herbert Richard Lawrence was born in 1885 and is the first of the Lawrence family's four Eastwood homes. With free limited entry on this taster day you will learn about his family life and the type of working class home and mining family that shaped his formative years. The venue is open from 11.00am until 5.00pm with final entry at 4.40pm.

D.H. Lawrence Heritage Centre, Mansfield Road, Eastwood, NG16 3DZ This building offers an exhibition on D. H. Lawrence and the local area's proud mining history. As a boy Lawrence would pick up his father's wages from this impressive building, which was the offices of the local coal owners, Barber, Walker & Co. The centre is open 10.00am until 5.00pm.

D.H. Lawrence Heritage is a multi-award winning, two site visitor attractions in Eastwood, Nottinghamshire, not far from junction 26 of the M1. The attraction brings together a museum, heritage centre, gift shop, art gallery, meeting room facility, civil wedding venue and the D.H. Lawrence Bistro.

The D.H. Lawrence Bistro, at the D.H. Lawrence Heritage Centre, will be open on the day with a selection of drinks and cakes on offer.

For more information please contact D.H. Lawrence Heritage on 01773 717 353, email culture@broxtowe.gov.uk

or visit www.dhlawrenceheritage.org

10

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 10

23/03/2015 03:17

GLORIOUS homes New & Vintage

GRAND ILLUSIONS VINTAGE PAINTS stockist

New Furniture Required?

Why not have a go at re-vamping your old furniture to suit your own personal taste?

We have an excellent selection of vintage paints, stencils, and new handles STOCKIST OF: GRAND ILLUSION VINTAGE PAINT Bespoke furniture and kitchens made in our own workshop.

Call in to the shop and be inspired!

Huge selection of new & vintage items for your home.

50 Station Road, Sandiacre, Nottingham, NG10 5AS t: 0115 9394081 Open: 10- 5.30 Mon to Fri 10- 5.00 Saturdays - Closed Sundays www.tghnottingham.net

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 11

11

23/03/2015 03:17

JONATHAN COX

HEATING, PLUMBING & GAS SERVICES Beeston & Nottingham Boiler Repairs,Serving and Installation EXPERT SERVICE, USING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY, PROVIDING LONG TERM SOLUTIONS

Free advice and written quotations as standard.

All our work is tailored to your requirements and fitted using traditional re-cyclable materials where possible.

Covering the greater Nottingham area from Beeston.

We provide a reliable and polite service to your home or office.

From a dripping tap or overflow to a complete bespoke heating system.

Radiator, fires, heating repairs, cylinder, control pumps etc.

City and Guilds Qualified & Time Served tradesmen. 25 years experience.

Reliable service, clean and tidy.

Fixed Rates before work commences No hidden surprises!

24/7 Call Out

Your Local Plumbing & Heating Engineers -

Please visit our website to view further information or telephone for help or advice.

t: m: e: web:

12

0115 9171742 07956 578 657 infojonathancox@virginmedia.com www.jcoxheating.co.uk

Reg No: 175805

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 12

23/03/2015 03:17

WE MAKE: •

Unique in house manufacturing of all kitchen units with in house quality control systems in place, please ask for a tour of our workshop.

WE FIT •

In house installation professionals with over 30 years of experience between them, where as most of our competitors use sub contractors at a cheaper price, with no guarantee.

WE DELIVER •

Peace of mind from a local, established and trustworthy family business with full insurance cover to protect all payments (please ask for details).

Tel: 01332 650 400

www.orchardkitchens.co.uk

Orchard House, Lower Granby Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 8DJ Open Mon- Fri 9am-5pm Sat 9am -4pm Late night Thursday 9am-7pm

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 13

13

23/03/2015 03:17

Get into

golf

@

Beeston Fields Golf Club, NG9 3DD 0115 925 7062 | www.beestonďŹ elds.co.uk

Nottinghamshire County Golf Partnership

Supported by England Golf

14

Beginners Intermediates & Trail Memberships

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 14

23/03/2015 03:17

The Pathway Get into the Swing - ONE Get into the Swing - TWO Get onto the course Trial Membership Full Membership

Dates 28th March - 25th April

Time

Activity

Saturdays 2-3pm Get into the Swing

14th May - 11th June Thurs 10.30 -11.30am Ladies Academy

Price £25 each for a 5 week course £9.95 per session to include food & drink worth £4.95

23rd May - 20th June

Saturdays- 2-3pm

Get into the Swing

£25 each for a 5 week course

15th June -13th July

Mondays 6-7pm

Get into the Swing

£30 each for a 5 week course

2nd July - 30th July

Thurs 11am - 12pm

Ladies Academy

£9.95 per session to include food & drink worth £4.95

5th August - 2nd Sept

Weds 6-7pm

Get into the Swing

£25 each for a 5 week course

Ladies Academy

£9.95 per session to include food & drink worth £4.95

27th August - 24th Sept Thurs 10.30 -11.30

How to book: Club contact - Antony Ryder email: rydergolfpro@hotmail.com 0115 925 7062 option 1

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 15

15

23/03/2015 03:17

Professional Auto Body Repairers 33 years experience

For all types of cars including Ferrari | Masserati | Porsche Non Fault Accident Scheme

Call Autobody Tec and let them take all the hassle of ringing insurers for you, they can even claim your excess back & organise recovery vehicle if needed. Free Courtesy car can be provided while your car is being repaired.

For more information call Ian or Steve 0115 939 8523 www.autobodytec.co.uk Unit 1 Canalside Industrial Estate Ilkeston Road, Sandiacre, Nottingham NG10 5EA

“The Most Thorough Clean Ever Seen Or It’s Free”!

Thats right, the most thorough cleaning ever. My carpet and upholstery cleaning is the best and most thorough you could ever have- if you don’t agree I won’t accept you payment.

4 Reasons Why You Should Choose My Company To Clean & Protect Your Family’s Health 1. Thorough Cleaning - My method doesn’t leave any residue or cause shrinkage. It cleans down to the base of your carpet removing harmful bacteria, leaving your carpet clean and healthy.

2. Honest Pricing- I promise no high pressure sales gimmicks. The prices I quote you are fully inclusive of cleaning products and labour. A full complete clean AND no hidden extras.

3. Allergy Control - I can help stop allergy’s in the home! I supply PROmiteTMwhich is the newest, and most advanced dust mite eliminator & fabric protector available to protect your health!

4. FREE Consumer Information - I’ve dedicated this business to helping you and other consumers to better understand carpet and upholstery cleaning-thats why I publish my 20 page “Consumers Guide To Carpet Cleaning” you’ll be glad you read it!

For Special Offers go to: www.BreedonCarpet Care.co.uk There is no VAT to pay on your invoice Breedon Carpet Care Tel: 01332 865565 16

Free Consumer Information Line

WARNING Don’t call any carpet cleaning company until you’ve listened to this 24 hour free recorded message line“The Consumers Guide To Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning” Listen to this message and you’ll learn • how to avoid 4 carpet cleaning rip off ’s • 8 carpet cleaning mistakes • 6 costly cleaning misconceptions

0800 542 1347 For a FREE No Obligation Healthy Home Audit call Colin Wakefield On

01332 865565

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 16

23/03/2015 03:18

BB

BEESTON FIELDS ‘THE GREEN SPACE IN BEESTON IS NOW OPEN TO VISITORS

FOR SUNDAY CARVERY AND PARTIES! The Sunday Carvery Every Sunday from 12.30 pm to 14.30pm Booking Essential!

Come and Try!

4 4CARVERY CARVERYMAIN MAINCOURSES COURSE 4 CARVERY MAIN COURSES FOR THE FOR THEPRICE PRICEOF OF33!!

FOR THE PRICE OF 3!

UNTIL THE END OFOF MARCH 2015 UNTIL THE END MAY 2015 UNTIL END OF FEB 2015

PLEASEPlease PRESENT THIS BEFORE present this VOUCHER voucher before ORDERING MEAL ordering YOUR your meal.

Come and visit our majestic 19th Century Manor House which is set in a beautiful, tranquil green space, which is NOW AVAILABLE FOR ANY PARTY, Birthdays, Anniveraries, Engagements etc. the catering is as superb as our service!

For all bookings and enquries call: Gary 0115 7062 Ext 3 For all bookings and please enquries please call: 0115925 9257062

BeestonFields, Fields,The The Old Old Drive, Drive,Wollaton Nottingham NG9 3DA Beeston WollatonRoad, Road,Beeston, Beeston,Nottingham NG9 3DA

www.beestonfields.co.uk www.beestonfi elds.co.uk

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 17

17

23/03/2015 03:18

Midland Scooter Centre - The Midlands number one scooter shop Midland Scooter Centre, or ‘MSC,’ as they’re known, started trading in 1983 and have been situated at their current site on Pasture Road for over 20 years. They’re a friendly family run business who pride themselves on being ‘The Midlands number one scooter shop’ an accolade that they plan to hold on to. Sales Director, Andrew told us “We’re one of the top ten Piaggio dealers in the country and cater for commuters and classic scooter riders. We also stock Piaggio, Vespa, Gilera, Aprilia and the new Scomadi scooters but we steer clear of some of the cheaper end machines.” And for good reason, “Buy a ‘bargain’£800 new scooter off the internet and you’ll get problems trying to get parts, warranty or have it serviced. They’re often more trouble than they’re worth”.

MSC haven’t neglected eco scooters either “We sell Dayun electric scooters, they’re great around town and can be ridden from the age of 14, with no licence, tax or insurance to worry about.”

Scooters and small capacity bikes have seen a massive resurgence in recent years, they’re practical and stylish but there are other benefits too. So what else makes a scooter a sensible alternative to a car? According to Andrew “Modern scooters are very cheap to run, easy to ride and depending on age you can ride up to a 125cc on nothing more than a CBT (a one day training course). Also if you passed your car test before February 2001 you can ride a moped without any further training. The latest crop of 300500cc three-wheeled Piaggio MP3’s can also be ridden on a car licence but have all the benefits of ascooter; weather protection, comfort, storage, congestion busting and free parking but they also have the added safety and stability of an extra front wheel so are great in wet weather.

Don’t forget that scooters are also great fun to ride and they give youngsters road sense and freedom. Pop down and see us for all your small capacity needs…”

18

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 18

23/03/2015 03:18

ORDER YOUR NEW 15 REG SCOOTER NOW!

s,

n

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 19

19

23/03/2015 03:18

WHAT’S ON AT ...

we specialise in adult classes

ABC Dance School Nottingham

ABC Dance School

Arabic and Brazilian Culture and Dance Belly Dance, Bollywood and Zumba Fitness Dance Classes in Bellydance, Afro-Brazilian, Samba and Contemporary Bellydance Fusion

tel: 07906851509

www: abcdanceschool.co.uk

FIESTA FLAMENCO

PASSIONATE ~ PROUD ~ EXCITING ~ LOUD  Adults Flamenco All Levels  Children’s Saturday Flamenco School  Adult Ballet and Broadway Tap All Levels

www.fiestaflamenco.co.uk

tel: 07931 860920

Sing through the year with Abi Moore Acapella harmony pop singing … … for the heart & soul! tel: 07786 548337 www.abimoore.com/raised_in_song

PAUL CUPIT YOGA Rest, Restore, Re-energise

Yoga Classes - Thai Yoga Massage Yoga Workshops www.paulcupit.co.uk

tel: 07934 403194

Belly Dance World

Fun, Inspiring, Confidence Building.

Ages from 4 - 96 years old Workshops, classes, private lessons.

All levels of class available tel: 07751481747 www.bellydanceworld.co.uk

TROWELL PAVING LIMITED Patios Pathways & Drives Landscaping Drains Block Paving & Indian Stone Specialists Family business 25 years experience No Subcontractors References & photographs available

PLEASE CALL PETER:

0115 9398003 07977934640 www.trowell-landscape.co.uk

20

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 20

23/03/2015 03:18

Designs for Living from HAYDN INTERIORS

STYLISH NEW RANGES FOR SUMMER 2014 Kitchens | Bedrooms | Bathrooms

Fully project managed service undertaken plastering, tiling, lighting & building work.

Family business- established over 30 years.

Haydn Interiors Ltd Unit 8 OPM House, Haydn Road Sherwood, Nottingham, NG5 2LB t: 0115 9622 600 www.haydninteriors.co.uk e: haydn@haydninteriors.co.uk Open: Mon to Fri 9.30am - 5pm Sat- 10am -4pm To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 21

21

23/03/2015 03:18

22

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 22

23/03/2015 03:18

ATTENTION ALL BUILDERS!

Building an extension or conservatory? you may need a standard CCTV survey, we specialise in WRC reports. Call us for more details.

AQUA drains Your Local Family Run Business Celebrating 20 years of Prompt Response, Unbiased Advice, Superb Service & Fair Prices.

10% OAP DISCOUNT if mention this advert

ALL DRAINS UNBLOCKED

FAST!

WRC Reports CCTV Surveys High Pressure Jetting Drains Pipes Sinks House Purchase Surveys Relining Specialists Excavation/Repairs

NO CALL OUT CHARGE - 24 HOUR HELPLINE - ALL WORK GUARANTEED

t: 0115 971 8480 e: aquadrains@live.co.uk www.aquadrainsmidlands.co.uk

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 23

23

23/03/2015 03:18

JONATHAN COX

HEATING, PLUMBING & GAS SERVICES Beeston & Nottingham Boiler Repairs,Serving and Installation EXPERT SERVICE, USING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY, PROVIDING LONG TERM SOLUTIONS

Free advice and written quotations as standard.

All our work is tailored to your requirements and fitted using traditional re-cyclable materials where possible.

Covering the greater Nottingham area from Beeston.

We provide a reliable and polite service to your home or office.

From a dripping tap or overflow to a complete bespoke heating system.

Radiator, fires, heating repairs, cylinder, control pumps etc.

City and Guilds Qualified & Time Served tradesmen. 25 years experience.

Reliable service, clean and tidy.

Fixed Rates before work commences No hidden surprises!

24/7 Call Out

Your Local Plumbing & Heating Engineers -

Please visit our website to view further information or telephone for help or advice.

t: m: e: web:

0115 9171742 07956 578 657 infojonathancox@virginmedia.com www.jcoxheating.co.uk

Reg No: 175805

MAB LTD

Grapevine can deliver your leaflets call: 0115 8373030 07854990608

BATHROOMS & HEATING

Full Bathroom Installations Heating Repairs & Full Installations Any Plumbing Jobs Emergency Call Out Full Bathroom Packs Starting from £200 Supplied & Installed ALL BATHROOMS CAN BE TAILORED TO YOUR REQUIREMENTS

Please call Matt : 0774 333 0190

24

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 24

23/03/2015 03:18

Builder & Landscapes

M R Oates Ltd.

“Presentation is important when it comes to your home and garden, experience has shown that attention to detail and the production of high quality work is definately the key to success, Please give me a call me to discuss your requirements”....

Michael Oates

Building Maintenance Fencing Garden Clearance Tree Lopping Pressure Washing, Drives etc Chimney Maintenance Drain Problems & Everything In Between

t: 07770 398002 0115 9443040 e: michael.oates1965@yahoo.com w: www.mrobuilders.com To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 25

25

23/03/2015 03:18

Look After Your Lawn Mow lawns when necessary - whenever the grass is growing - the aim is to maintain a constant height throughout the year.

Add the clippings to the compost heap in thin layers (beware: too much grass all at once is likely to be very wet and poorly aerated, resulting in smelly slime rather than compost).

Use a half-moon edging iron or spade to create a 7.5cm (3in) ‘gutter’ around the lawn edge. This will prevent grass creeping from the lawn into borders.

Sowing new lawns or over-seeding dead patches can be carried out from mid-April to early May. If the soil is very wet or cold germination will be poor, so delay until the weather improves.

Prepare the ground for sowing, by cultivating, levelling and lightly firming beforehand.

Its advisable not to walk over or mow newly sown grass until it has reached a height of 5-7.5cm (2-3in), and then only give it a light trim at the highest setting.

Good idea to apply a high nitrogen spring lawn fertiliser at the beginning of the month to encourage good, strong growth. If moss is a problem look for a a combined fertiliser and mosskiller.

April is the best month to apply lawn weedkiller. Always follow instructions on the packaging very carefully as lawn chemicals (including fertilisers, weedkillers and mosskillers) can cause pollution of groundwater if used incorrectly.

Lightly rake lawns with a spring-tine rake to remove old plant debris. This can also be done to rake out dead moss a couple of weeks after applying a chemical moss killer.

Repair bumps and hollows by peeling back the turf, removing or adding soil, and then replacing the turf.

26

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 26

23/03/2015 03:18

Top 10 jobs this month

SPRING GARDENING

1. Keep weeds under control 2. Protect your fruit blossom from late frosts 3. Tie in climbing plants and rambling roses 4. Sow hardy annuals and herb seeds 5. Start to feed citrus plants 6. Increase the water given to houseplants 7. Feed hungry shrubs and roses 8. Sow new lawns or repair bare patches 9. Prune fig trees 10. Divide bamboos and waterlilies

Good Tip: If the weather warms up and hosepipe ban is looking likely, consider keeping your lawn a little longer than usual, and even investing in a mulching mower.

Mulching mowers mainly shred the grass clippings very finely and then blow them into the lower layers of the turf, where they act like mulch to help the lawn retain it’s moisture, the clippings are fine, so the end result is not unsightly, especially later on in the season when the lawn gets very dry, so the mulch helps to keep it green rather than brown.

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 27

27

23/03/2015 03:18

DIGITAL |FM AERIALS | SKY FREE SAT AUTHORISED INSTALLER TV | SKY | PHONE EXTENSION POINTS Covering Nottingham & Derby Areas

Why Choose Us? We are fully trained & insured No call out charge & free competitive quotes High gain aerials & heavy duty brackets used as standard We install for Jessops, Bang & Olufsen, Comet & Euronics Confederation of Aerial Industries Qualified

Call Carl on:

Let us make your home digital!

28

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 28

23/03/2015 03:18

LANDMARK

Quality Garden Maintenance

ark? se Landm W hy cho o

Our Garden Maintenance Contract is designed to provide a regular service throughout the year, which is specifically designed to develop and not just to maintain your garden over a period of time.

Our staff are qualified in Horticulture and experienced in all aspects of grounds maintenance, we provide all the machinery needed, and remove all the rubbish off site.

Gold Maintenance Option

One visit per week.

Silver Maintenance Option One visit per week in Spring and Summer and one visit per fortnight on Autumn and Winter.

Bronze Maintenance Option One visit per fortnight all year.

contact us today to arrange a visit!

View more images on our website or on Facebook page.

m: 07976 671231 t: 0115 9256547 e: dewickm@aol.com w: www.GardenDesignNottingham.com

Digital TV problems?

Call Your Experienced, Affordable, Reliable TV Installation Service!

Freeview Retuning Expert!

NO SIGNAL, Picture Breaking Up, Wrong Local News, New/Lost Channels

PANASONIC, SAMSUNG, SONY, LG, etc. HUMAX SPECIALIST!

Smart TV

Full Set Up Service (inc instruction), TVs, Recorders, Youview, Freetime Smart TVs Installed – Web, 3D, Updates Moved House/Sky Multiroom Trouble?

Aerials – Testing, Amps, Splitters, etc Soundbars, Home Cinema, Blu-Ray Advice – Repairs, What & Where to Buy?

FULL Aerial Services arranged if required, Instruction on Use Remote Controls 4G Interference Wall Mounting

Internet Connection Wireless, Mains etc.

Software Updates

Low Cost VCR-DVD Copying

Free Collection and Delivery Weddings, Holidays, etc.

Over 35 Years Experience Covering East Midlands Professional Service & Advice Guaranteed

For price lists & more information visit www.tvconfused.com

Call Alan now on

07973 375853

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 29

29

23/03/2015 03:18

Most people usually require the services of a legal professional at some point in their lives., sale of a house, divorce etc., but how many stop and think about using the services of a professional for drawing up Wills, or preparing a Lasting Power of Attorney or taking advice on matters such as care fees and elderly client issues?. It is reassuring to know that this can be taken care of at a local business in Stapleford.

Fiona Frankland Legal Services is in the heart of Stapleford and is a niche legal practice specialising in Wills , Estate Administration, Powers of Attorney , & Trusts Inheritance Tax Planning. Fiona Frankland has over twenty five years’ experience in working in these areas. Fiona is a full member of the Society of Trusts and Estate Practitioners a worldwide professional body for estate law and a member of the Institute of Legal Executive whose members are independently regulated by the Institute’s Professional Standards Committee. She has worked in Stapleford for over nine years and was at Chambers and Hind before opening up her own legal company 1. Wills they offer a face to face service in their office or at your home or at a hospital on request. They also offer a 24 hour emergency service should you need to have a Will urgently. They can also offer affordable advice on Inheritance Tax, Trusts for minor’s and Disabled beneficiaries. Also on offer is free storage of Wills and Deeds in their strong room. making a Will means that you can ensure that your wishes are carried out and you can leave your assets after you die to the person or people you want to most. If you are married and have small children, you may wish to appoint Guardians in the event of you and your partner dying. Equally if you are unmarried and live with your partner it is particularly important, as the law does not recognise partners who live together as having the same rights as a spouse.

2. Probate Service When somebody dies, their estate has to be dealt with. A person’s estate can be made up of money, property and possessions, stocks and shares and possessions.

The person may also have debts which need to be settled and the funeral arrangements made. There are two methods of dealing with an estate.

1) If the person has left a will and it is proved to be valid then this is known as Probate and the person named in the Will needs to deal with the estate will be called an Executor and, assuming that the assets of the person who has died exceeds the specified amount then the assets cannot be sold or encashed or distributed until his or her Will has been proved at the probate registry, this is called ‘Obtaining a Grant of Probate’.

2) If there is no Will, then a Grant of Letters of Administration will be granted and the person will be known as an Administrator.

Nobody looks forward to having to administer an estate of a loved one or friend.

This can be a very stressful and confusing time for the relatives left behind. You can initially call FF Legal Services to get advice on whether you need a probate or what to do next.

30

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 30

23/03/2015 03:18

They provide a face to face service in the office or can arrange a home appointment at an hour to suit you and should you decide you wish us to act then they can either deal with the whole state administration from start to finish or can assist you in getting the probate and oer an advisory service where they can do as little or as much as you want them to.They understand that legal fees are often a concern to those seeking legal advice and thyewill give you a quote which includes an all inclusive competitive fixed fee service. The fees will be agreed with you at the first meeting, and should for any reason it look as if the legal fees will go over the quote given for the work they have done, then they will contact you before proceeding with any more work so that you can understand the reason for the increase and the work still needed to be undertaken and give your approval.

FF Legal Services also offer a highly professional service in handling the sale of any property involved in the estate, which is known as Conveyancing.

Other Services that FF Legal Services offer are: Trusts Includes Disabled Discretionary Trusts, Discretionary Trusts & Children’s Trusts.

Inheritance tax planning Help and guidance when dealing with Inheritance tax and how to plan.

Advanced Directives or Living Wills Advice and guidance on Advanced Directives and/or Living Wills.

Prepaid Funerals Help and advice on pre-paying for a funeral.

Wealth Planning Includes advice regarding inheritance tax planning, financial advice, estate planning and care free planning.

Deeds of gift/variation for further details contact FF Legal Services.

Please see advert on page 32.

All information and photographs were provided from Fiona Frankland Legal Services website www.fflegalservices.com To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 31

31

23/03/2015 03:18

fionafrankland legalservices

78 Derby Road Stapleford Nottingham NG9 7AB Tel: 0115 9393360 email:fflegalservices.com web:www.fflegalservices.com

We offer the following: • Wills • Lasting Powers of Attorney • Probate / Estate Administration Services • Court of Protection • Advance Directives (Living Wills) • House Clearance- Full or Part Homes Cleared • Care Fee Planning • Also offering services for Conveyancing and Wealth Management Home visits and hospital visits by appointment Open every day Monday to Friday- 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am - mid-day Ground floor offices offering disabled access, on street parking available.

Right in the heart of Stapleford

32

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 32

23/03/2015 03:18

01332 585150

Quality Fitted Bedroom Furniture FREE BEDROOM CARPET WITH ALL ORDERS*

New Showroom Now Open OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

4-6a Clarke Street, Derby DE1 2BU

www.starbedrooms.co.uk *Subject to terms. Please contact us for details

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 33

33

23/03/2015 03:18

Professional Auto Body Repairers 33 years experience

For all types of cars including Ferrari | Masserati | Porsche Non Fault Accident Scheme

Call Autobody Tec and let them take all the hassle of ringing insurers for you, they can even claim your excess back & organise recovery vehicle if needed. Free Courtesy car can be provided while your car is being repaired.

A general book keeping service including: Payroll - C.I.S. Returns Vat and Reconciliations Secretarial & Administration Our aim is to provide a professional, efficient & cost effective support system to small businesses. With over 30 years experience in the above fields including director level, we can help your business freeing your valuable time for the things that matter most. No job is too small, every customer deserves the same attention to detail.

Please call for more details or visit our website.

For more information call Ian or Steve 0115 939 8523 www.autobodytec.co.uk

Helen Wright

Unit 1 Canalside Industrial Estate Ilkeston Road, Sandiacre, Nottingham NG10 5EA

6 Neighwood Close, Toton, Nottingham NG9 6LP

Office: 0115 8772937 Mobile: 07792194453

www.availablebookkeeper.co.uk

Refresh

by

OVER

25

Years of

Experience

KITCHENS BEDROOMS Our makeover service can Refresh your kitchen or bedroom without the high cost of installing complete kitchens or bedrooms.

• Choose from a huge range of door styles and colour Non standard sizes can be manufactured • Huge selection of Worktops from Granite to Laminates • Huge selection of appliances including Sinks and Taps All work undertaken by our fitters and guaranteed for 5 years

No Job too small or too large

Visit our showroom today to our view wide range of stock:

21 Villa Street, off Wollaton Road, Beeston, Nottm (Opp. Sainsbury’s)

Tel: 0115 922 4822 www.lifestyle-kitchens.co.uk

34

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 34

23/03/2015 03:18

Hannah Williams

Osteopathy We can help ease: • Backache • Neck Pain • Muscle Pain • Joint Pain • Sciatica • Arthritis • Headaches • Sports Injuries • Shoulder Pain • Foot & Ankle Injuries Call

07815 665843

Professional Osteopathic solutions for pain and restricted movement

Find us at: Xercise4Less Nottingham, Units 2-6 Chettles Trade Park, Off Ilkeston Road, Nottingham NG7 3EP Email hwilliamsosteo@btinternet.com www.hannahwilliamsosteopathy.com

to arrange a consultation

Anne Edwards Hypnotheraphy Dhyp.GQHP Mufh.Aufh.GHR Stapleford & Nottingham

For help with: IBS-Fear/Control Fears and Phobias Stress and Anxiety Weight/Smoking Self Esteem Childhood Issues & much more EVENING APPOINTMENTS NOW AVAILABLE

Call me anytime on: 07708438798 or 0115 9391312 www.hyno1.com/AnneEdwards.htm

VISIT OUR STUNNING SHOWROOM AND BE INSPIRED!

Open 7 days a week | 35 years experience | Full professional fitting with our own engineers

213 Derby Road, Bramcote, Nottingham NG9 3JA 0115 9396169 www.the-fireplace-studio.co.uk To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 35

35

23/03/2015 03:18

Garlic roast lamb with hotpot potatoes Method

Expecting family round for Easter?

A leg of lamb stretches to feed a crowd of up to eight, especially when combined with sliced potatoes and carrots in gravy Prep: 25 mins Cook: 2 hrs, 15 mins plus resting Skill level: Easy Serves 8 Ingredients 1.8kg part-boned leg of lamb 5 garlic cloves, sliced a few rosemary sprigs a few thyme sprigs, plus a few extra to serve 50g butter 2 large onions, thinly sliced 400g pack diced mutton or lamb shoulder, finely choppped 2kg large potatoes, such as King Edwards, thinly sliced 300g carrots, sliced at an angle 3 tbsp plain flour 700ml lamb or beef stock, plus 450ml (optional) 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce steamed green beans and wilted spinach with nutmeg (optional), to serve

36

Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5.

1.Cut small pockets into the skin and flesh of the lamb by piercing it with the point of a sharp knife.

Stuff each pocket with a slice of garlic, using 3-4 of the cloves, and a few leaves of rosemary. Stuff some more inside the lamb, with some thyme, where the bone has come from. Put in a roasting tin, season well and cover with foil.

2.Melt half the butter in a large frying pan.

Fry the onions, stirring frequently, until softened and golden. Tip into a second large roasting tin.

Cook the chopped mutton or lamb in the pan until brown. Add to the onions in the tin, and toss with the potatoes, carrots, remaining garlic and herbs (chopped), 2 tbsp of the flour and some seasoning.

3.Pour the stock into the frying pan, then add the Worcestershire sauce and the remaining butter. When melted and boiling, pour over the potatoes, cover with foil and bake with the lamb for 1 hr.

4. Uncover both the lamb and the hotpot, and cook for 45 mins more until the potatoes are golden and cooked all the way through. Allow the lamb to rest for 15 mins before carving. Leave the potatoes in the oven (covered if starting to brown too much) until ready to serve.

5.Drain the fat from the lamb’s roasting tin, reserving the juices. Put the tin on the heat and stir in the remaining flour. Pour in 450ml boiling water or stock and stir until thickened to a gravy.

Cut the hotpot into 8 and lift onto warmed plates.

Carve the lamb into thick slices and place on top, then spoon round a little gravy. Serve with the green beans and spinach – add a little grated nutmeg to the spinach, if you like.

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 36

23/03/2015 03:18

Mobile Hair Design

by Fliss

Professional hairdressing in the comfort of your own home

Gr

Fully experienced in all techniques Friendly and reliable Only quality products used Great prices and regular offers

Spri It’s a shou now swit quilt chin effec Grah Clea mor aller is pa suffe ailm

10 % Discount for new clients Cut & Finish from £18 Restyle Cut & Finish from £25 Shampoo & Set £14 - Blow Dry £14 Wet Cut from £12 - Cap Highlights from £35 Foils/Colour Techniques from £40 Perms £35 CRB Checked Please call Fliss on: 0115 752 0817 Mobile: 07599 415 934 Leave message and I will return your call

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 37

37

23/03/2015 03:18

Care and Support at Home – Signs of Alzheimer’s I started writing this article last week as a short update on the changes to be introduced as part of the new Care Act (2014) on the 1st of April 2015. However, given 2 major items of news during the past week regarding Alzheimer’s I decided to change the content and concentrate on that.

The first bit of news was about the unfortunate death of Sir Terry Pritchett. I remember reading The Colour of Magic for the first time (of many) during the late 80s and then in subsequent years when my daughters were growing up.

I always admired his ability to mix fiction with fantasy and humour and felt he fully deserved his knighthood in 2009.

Sir Terry was initially misdiagnosed in 2007 with having had a mini stroke which had affected the right side of his brain. During December of the same year he revealed that he had been newly diagnosed with a rare form of early onset Alzheimer’s. Since that time he became a patron of the Alzheimer’s Society and worked hard to give the disease the prominence it deserves. Apart from donating half a million pounds to the Alzheimer’s Research Trust he participated in countless fund raising activities and programmes to highlight the devastating nature of the disease.

The second bit of news was based on statistics related to the use of memory clinics.

The front page of The Times read; “Dementia Clinics are swamped by worried well” in a reference to the fact that people visiting specialists for tests have quadrupled over the past four years. According to experts, people who are simply absent-minded are attending clinics after forgetting where they have put their keys.

As part of the Alzheimer’s workshops I run I normally use the example of misplaced keys to illustrate the difference between typical age-related changes and those that come about due to Alzheimer’s. If you forget where you left your car keys there is nothing to worry about, it happens to most of us and is a typical age related (memory) change. If however, you forget where you parked your car (not where about in a car park but which car park, then there might be reason for concern. With this article I have included a short document entitled “10 Signs of Alzheimer’s” which we also use as background information at our workshops. It is of course not meant to replace a diagnosis or be used as a test. It is simply a way of illustrating some of the differences between age related changes and those which are typical of Alzheimer’s.

38

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 38

23/03/2015 03:18

ril eek

he e

st

• next Suggest that they sprinkle their clothes water regularly, and of splash Our Alzheimer’s Workshop will be held with on Wednesday the 29th April cool water onand their faceTh and the back ofare their A damp cloth on theJust back between 6pm 8pm. e workshops freeneck. and open to everybody. of the temperature regulation. give meneck a callhelps or drop me an email to register (details below).

• Recommend cold food, particularly salads and fruit with a high water Incontent addition and as part of our efforts to increase awareness of services available Advise to drink regularly, preferably water fruit Later juice but to• people in Nottingham we are also organising ourorthird Lifeavoid Matters alcohol cafftake eineplace (tea, coff ee)) event.

Thand is will on Tuesday the 28th of April at the Nottingham • Keepwhere somewe cold the20 fridge.

If you arewith visiting somebody,and put Playhouse willwater haveinover organisations presentations some around water inthe thesubject fridge when you arrive and leave it within reach when you stands of Later Life. leave IIftrust thatinterested this adviceinwill help youplease and anybody you 605107 look after or care for stay you are attending ring 01728 cool and healthy during a hot spell. or email:laterlifematters@christiescare.com Please return this proof sheet with any Primo Sule – primo.sule@homeinstead.co.uk amendments or your approval by Primo Sule9222396 – primo.sule@homeinstead.co.uk Tel: 0115 Nottingham City www.homeinstead.co.uk/nottingham - 0115 9226116

Your Advertisement Proof Care Services Directory 2013

Home.

There’s no place like it.

Being able to live at home can be one of the most important comforts in an older person’s life and because family and friends can’t always be there, Home Instead Senior Care are here to help.

eys t

Our Caregivers take great pride in helping our clients to lead a more comfortable and confident life and offer a variety of services tailored to their individual needs.

From an hour a day, to full time care, our service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

ent

ly a are

27/08/2013

Personal Budgets, Direct Payments or Private Funding arrangements

‘‘

The service provided was excellent and enabled me and my

sister to know that our father was being properly cared for, particularly important as we both live some distance away. I would have no hesitation in recommending Home Instead.”

Mrs N – Ruddington

Services include: • Companionship • Light housekeeping • Local transportation and errands • Meal preparation • Respite Support • Convalescence support

Call us on: 0115 9226116 • 0115 9677303 Or visit: www.homeinstead.co.uk/nottingham

• Shopping • Personal care • Specialist dementia and Alzheimer’s care and much more...

Registered with the Care Quality Commission National Care Provider of the Year Award

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 39

39

23/03/2015 03:18

Est.2006

FACE IT- REPLACE THOSE OLD & DATED KITCHEN FRONTS & WORKTOPS! SIMPLE OLD FOR NEW

Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Family Business With An Excellent Reputation

Carpet Cleaning Upholstery Cleaning Leather Cleaning Eco Friendly—Non Toxic Materials Used All Work Fully Insured & Guaranteed All Work Carried Out By The Owners Competitive Rates—Quality Cleaning Please call Shaun Lord Or 07810 820555

0115 8756766

Patios Pathways Landscaping Drains & Drainage work

NO MESSY RIP-OUTS OR

FAST & FRIENDLY RIP TEAM OFFS FULLY INSURED REFITS 1-4 DAYS SINGLE ITEM TO FULLIN HOUSE HOUSE/RUBBUSH CLEARANCES O.A.P AND STUDENT DISCOUNT BRING YOUR KITCHEN BACK TO LIFE! FREE QUOTE ANY VAN, ANY SIZE AVAILABLE

a telephone number Police CRB checked to keep...

07866 038996 or 0115 8491261

For a FREE quotation & home visit call Pete to arrrange a fixed appointment.

After 5pm: 0115 974visit 7429ourMob: 07817 822047 Please website: http://removalsnottinghamltd.com/ email:alevel.biz11@yahoo.co.uk

Block Paving & Indian Stone Specialists

Quality & Service from a member of The Guild Of Master Craftsmen Family Run Business – No Subcontractors References & photographs available All work guaranteed

40

27responding to advertisements.

Please mention Grapevine when Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 40

23/03/2015 03:18

Keeping Nottingham secure since 1987 LOCKSMITHS WROUGHT IRON & INDUSTRIAL SECURITY GATES WINDOW BARS & GRILLES PVCu WINDOW & DOOR REPAIR ACCESS CONTROL & GATE AUTOMATION ALARMS & CCTV STEEL SECURITY BARS ROLLER SHUTTERS Visit our shop for a full range of security products and FREE friendly advice!

Mon - Fri 8.30am- 5.00pm & Sat 9.00am - 4.00pm 245 Ilkeston Road, Lenton, Nottingham, NG7 3FX e: info@nottinghamlocksmith.org

Tel: 0115 942 2315 or 0797 1430070 www.nottinghamloocksmith.org.uk

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 41

41

23/03/2015 03:18

Money Matters New basic fee-free bank accounts to help millions manage their money For the first time, basic bank accounts will be truly fee-free, helping people to manage their money without fear of running up an overdraft. Accounts will be available to anyone who doesn’t already have a bank account or who can’t use their existing account due to financial difficulty. For more information go to www.gov.uk/government/news/new-basic-fee-free-bank-accounts-to-help-millionsmanage-their-money New Marriage Allowance for married couples / civil partnerships If your income is less than £10,600 in the 2015 to 2016 tax year, you may be able to reduce your husband, wife or civil partner’s tax by up to £212. The new Marriage Allowance will let you transfer some of your Personal Allowance to your partner.

Couples can register their interest to receive the allowance now at gov.uk/marriageallowance.

State Pension Changes Millions more people can get a free estimate of how much State Pension they can expect, as the statement service has been extended to include the over-55’s.

You can request a personalised pension statement based on the National Insurance contributions you have made to date.

For more information go to www.gov.uk/state-pension-statement The State Pension Top Up scheme gives pensioners up to £25 extra a week on top of their State Pension. The scheme opens in October 2015 but you can register now at paid.caxtonhouse@dwp.gsi.gov.uk The Pension Tracing Service is a free Government service puts customers back in touch with their lost pension provider. Go to www.gov.uk/find-lost-pension.

42

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 42

23/03/2015 03:18

07544212599 or 07505428661 email: enquiries@mattplumber.com

Trusty Companions

“We treat NOW all animals BIGGEST EVER SALE ON! with

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

the same loveOUR andPRICES! care as DON’T MISS OUT YOU—WON’T BELIEVE doSALE withON our own.”

PRICE Fully experiencedGENUINE with a HALF we wide variety of animalsALL NEW SCOOTERS

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

Fitted Wardrobes External Doors Stair Rails Fencing Wooden Flooring Skirting & Architraves

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

FREEPHONE : 0800 970 4813

ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT GOING INTO HOSPITAL? MOBILE: Caroline 07950 919 471 NO ONE TO CARE FOR YOUR PET? EMERGENCY CALLOUT 24/7 FOR PET CARE AT HOME. JAPANESE WATER GARDEN CENTRE, 251 Toton Lane , Stapleford, Nottm. NG9 7JA ( Next toor Bardills Garden Centre ) For further details a free consultation

Jack Hallam: 0115 972 8343 or 07961 743466 email: jack@jlhjoinery.co.uk

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

including domestic pets,exotics, & SAVE THOUSANDS ON SELECTED MODELS farm animals. NEW STAIRLIFTS FROM ONLY £800 Qualifications include: RISE & RECLINER CHAIRS FROM ONLY £395 Diploma in Animal Care USEDAid SCOOTERS MAKE US AN OFFER TO CLEAR! Animal First & Dog Grooming SIA Licence & CRB checked FREE LIFT TO SHOWROOM AND BACK HOME IF REQUIRED *Offers always available- Prices start from as little as £6 We cater for all animals and SERVICE pride ourselves on SCOOTER ONLY £45 REPAIRS & INSURANCE AVAILABLE being professional & trustworthy.

NO VAT - FREE QUOTE— NO JOB TOO SMALL Kitchen Fitting Internal Doors Staircases Windows Decking Roofing

TRADING STANDARDS APPROVED

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

We provide a professional & reliable service for all joinery requirements, including maintenance & repairs

(UK)

Dog Walking BIGGEST & BEST SHOWROOMand IN NOTTINGHAM Pet Sitting

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

£100 OFF WITH THIS

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD £100 OFF WITH THIS AD

please£100 callOFF Greg: 07968696568 WITH THIS AD £100 OFF WITH THIS AD

49 Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 43

43

23/03/2015 03:18

Things to do outdoors The John Muir Award scheme at the Attenborough Nature Centre The John Muir Award scheme is an environmental award scheme focused on wild places.

There are four challenges at the heart of the award scheme which consist of DISCOVER-EXPLORE-CONSERVE-SHARE. Please see this link for examples of what people get up to and find out more about the scheme. http://www.jmt.org/jmaward-home.asp The group meets one Saturday each month from 9.30am till 1pm at the Nature centre and is open to any young adults aged 13 years or over.

The Discovery Award requires a minimum of 28 hours commitment which consist of 6 sessions and 16 hours of home work.

If this interests you why not join us and enjoy sessions covering activities such as practical conservation work, bushcraft, wildlife surveys and discovery games!

For more information email: Jamie on jshortland@attenboroughnaturecentre.co.uk or telephone (0115) 9721777.

Are you 8 to 13 years old? Interested in nature exploration and discovery, games and practical activities and with other young people? Then come and join in the fun with:Attenborough Wildlife Watch Group We meet at Attenborough Nature Centre on the 3rd Sunday of every month, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm whatever the weather. Please contact the Watch Leader before attending your first Watch session so they know to expect you.

Members and non members are welcome. Under 8’s must be accompanied by an adult. Please come dressed for the weather as we are usually outdoors for most of the session. Sessions are £2 per child.

For more information about Wildlife Watch please contact Lynn Victor at Notts Wildlife Trust, Tel: 077 345 73861. Email: lvictor@nottswt.co.uk Wild Kids - Monthly wildlife club for children aged 4 and overAttenborough Nature Centre please visit website for dates http://www.attenboroughnaturecentre.co.uk/activities/wild-kids Drop into our wildlife club to find out more about nature on our patch. No need to to book just arrive for 1.30pm (session runs until 3:30pm).

Please note all children must be accompanied by an adult. £4 per child For fun activities at home see our Wildlife Watch website. http://www.wildlifewatch.org.uk/

44

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 44

23/03/2015 03:18

ahbs

Limited

Accounts Tax Returns

Vat Returns & Payroll Services Monthly Management Accounts Free Initial Consultation & Quote Small Businesses Self Employed

Limited Companies

ILKESTON 0115 932 9888

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 45

45

23/03/2015 03:18

Cycling for Health and Fun

Ever thought about returning to cycling or taking up cycling? Cycling is great for your health, puts little strain on your body, saves money, is green and, most importantly, can be fun. At our cycling centre near you we cater for complete beginners, those who are a bit rusty and those who want to go on a social ride. Many of our regulars have gone through all three stages! If you’ve not got a bike we can lend you one.

For more information go to www.ridewise.org.uk or telephone 0115 9552288

Make new friends, feel involved and making a difference

Nottingham City Museums and Galleries are looking for new volunteers to help out in a variety of dierent.

There are opportunities at Nottingham Castle, the Museum of Nottingham Life at Brewhouse Yard, Wollaton Hall, the Nottingham Industrial Museum, Greens Windmill and Science Centre and Newstead Abbey.

For more information telephone 0115 876 2205 or go to www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/museumprojects/index.aspx?articleid=11898

Helping older people get online

BT Better Futures Team has updated their free resource guide.

Their free downloadable resource learning packages are designed to give information get somebody online and start using the internet. There are resources for those who will help get people online with hints and tips to coach them.

For more information go to www.btplc.com/Betterfuture/ConnectedSociety/Creatingpossibilities/DownloadableResources/index.htm

Stapleford Walk

With so much of the Heritage and History of Stapleford being destroyed why not come and join us for a walk around Stapleford and take a look at what is still available to enjoy. We will be joining the Nottinghamshire Heritage Tourism Network outside Stapleford Library on Tuesday 21st April at 130 pm and returning to the Stapleford Library for around 3 pm, after the walk.

If you would like to join us on this healthy walk and talk please send your details to staplefordcommunitygroup@gmail.com and we will add you to the list.

We are also organising other community events themed around the Heritage and History of Stapleford, we need to document what we have for future generations to enjoy before it is to late. from: Donna Mather, Secretary, Stapleford Community Group.

46

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 46

23/03/2015 03:18

PAUL ALLEN

YOUR LOCAL PLUMBER SMALL JOBS No VAT SPECIALIST

NO VAT

General Plumbing & Maintenance Tap Repairs & Replacements Toilet Repairs & Replacements Dripping Overflows We are LOCAL, Established 23 years and we GUARANTEE ALL OUR WORK with a friendly and reliable service.

If you want the best, put us to the test!

Call us on

0115 922 2664 4 Crofton Close Attenborough NG9 5HX

Pre family Ove Spe Patio C Prof cleani includ Drive Decki Block Patter Fully i carrie standa carpe Leath We co

Tel: Pr www.e

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk 47 44 Please mention Grapevine when respond GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 47

23/03/2015 03:18

48

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 48

23/03/2015 03:18

Project2.qxp_Layout 1 10/04/2014 14:36 Page 1

Matthew Monaghan Plumbing & Heating Services

Hofton & Sons trained & recommended plumber P L A S

T

E

R

I

N

G

QUALITY INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE OF: If you’re looking for a professional, reliable plasterer, Bathrooms| Wetrooms you’ve already made a great Heating Systems| Boilers |Water Heaters start. And, with Ryco Plastering’s Fires | Cookers attitude, expertise and commitment Underfloor Heating to value, you can Guttering | Leadwork confidently expect Drainage Systems a fantastic finish…

Oil Systems • Plastering • Rendering FREE QUOTES Propane Systems • Damp Proofing Power Flushing GAS SAFE, OFTEC,• Fire & Sound Proofing • Coving All Plumbing & Gas work LPG CERTIFIED • Floor Screeding • General Repairs

Please Contact: Matthew Monaghan

07879 664 522

Plumbing, Heating & Gas Engineer

07544212599 or 07505428661 email: enquiries@mattplumber.com

Vis i we t ou bs r n ite ew

www.rycoplastering.co.uk rycoplastering@gmail.com

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

Fitted Wardrobes External Doors Stair Rails Fencing Wooden Flooring Skirting & Architraves

Jack Hallam: 0115 972 8343 or 07961 743466 email: jack@jlhjoinery.co.uk

BIGGEST EVERSALE SALE NOW ON!ON CLEARANCE NOW DON’T MISS OUT YOU—WON’T BELIEVE OUR PRICES! DUE TOHALF SHOP RE-FIT GENUINE PRICE SALE ON ALL NEW SCOOTERS

SCOOTERS NEW & USED SAVE THOUSANDS ON SELECTED MODELS RECLINER CHAIRS & BEDS NEW STAIRLIFTS FROM ONLY £800 RISE & RECLINER CHAIRS FROM ONLY £395

NEW STAIRLIFTS FROM ONLY £800 FITTED

USED SCOOTERS MAKE US AN OFFER TO CLEAR! FREE LIFT TO SHOWROOM AND BACK HOME IF REQUIRED

OPEN 7 DAYS

SCOOTER SERVICE ONLY £45 REPAIRS & INSURANCE AVAILABLE *FREE LIFT TO SHOP AND BACK HOME OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

IF REQUIRED FREEPHONE : 0800 970 4813

MOBILE: Caroline 07950 919 471 FREEPHONE: 0800 970 4813 JAPANESE WATER GARDEN CENTRE, MOBILE: 07950 919 251 TotonCaroline Lane , Stapleford, Nottm. NG9 7JA 471 ( Next to Bardills Garden Centre )

49

JAPANESE WATER GARDEN CENTRE £100 OFF WITH THIS AD £100 OFF WITH THIS 251 TOTON LANE,STAPLEFORD, NOTTM NG9 AD 7JA (NEXT TO BARDILLS GARDEN CENTRE)

Please mention Grapevine to advertisements To advertise call 07854 990608 or visitwhen our responding website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 49

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

Kitchen Fitting Internal Doors Staircases Windows Decking Roofing

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

NO VAT - FREE QUOTE— NO JOB TOO SMALL

BIGGEST & BEST SHOWROOM IN NOTTINGHAM TRADING STANDARDS APPROVED

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

We provide a professional & reliable service for all joinery requirements, including maintenance & repairs

(UK)

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD

£100 OFF WITH THIS

£100 OFF WITH THIS AD £100 OFF WITH THIS AD

49

23/03/2015 03:18

IN THE COMMUNITY STUDENTS LEND HELPING HAND TO ‘LOVE WHERE THEY LIVE’ STUDENTS from Central College have been getting a unique insight into the types of litter and recyclable material we all often turn a blind-eye to. As part of their ‘Awareness of the Local Environment’ coursework, they were shown how this can help Broxtowe Borough Council achieve its 50% recycling target.

Litter, recycling, looking after the environment and community involvement all go hand in hand as the students discovered when they met the Council’s Waste and Recycling Awareness Co-ordinator, Jane Hutchinson for a litter pick at Dovecote Lane Recreation Ground, Beeston.

Before Jane arrived the students had walked around the park and decided there was not much litter about. After a quick chat with Jane, who described what to look out for, the students were kitted out with tabards, litter pickers and bags. After 40 minutes the students were amazed at the amount they had collected, much of which could have been recycled. When out and about think about your waste; can this be recycled? If so take it home and place into your green-lidded bin. By simply recycling five more items a week, you can help Broxtowe achieve a recycling rate of 50%, by 2016, as well as reducing litter and helping to protect the environment for future generations.

For more information and tips of what items can be recycled, please contact Broxtowe Borough Council on 0115 917 7777, email recycling@broxtowe.gov.uk or visit www. broxtowe.gov.uk/recycling

50

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 50

23/03/2015 03:18

Hi everyone, the work has nearly been completed, (also the road markings around Stapleford). Any remarks or mistakes that have been made, could you please pass the information on to Notts County Council, also please pass on your comments about the heavy lorries that are still coming through Stapleford, this has been happening for years, unless I am mistaken, the limit is 7.5 ton.

The planters around the town area should be sorted by Spring and the children from William Lilley school will be coming up with some ideas. Regarding the supermarket Aldi, most of the councillors want it on the Pinfold Lane Trading estate, but they have been asked to look at two sites in Stapleford. The area near the police station and the precinct in the centre of Stapleford. Both sites in my eyes unsuitable and will not aid in the prosperity of the town.

Ray and myself will do our upmost to make sure of this. We are both standing for our area again, I hope we have served you well and that you will enable us to carry on our good work for Stapleford if re-elected. My family have lived in Stapleford for all of our lives and I’m proud of being both your town and borough representative.

In the next few years a lot of work is planned around here, Whitely Mill, Aldi and HS2.

Let’s hope that our children and future generations will look forward to a better future in the town we all love.

Thanks Cllr John McGrath (Maggie) and Ray

‘Want to learn more about Fuchsias?’

Come and join us – everyone’s welcome!

NOTTINGHAM & NOTTS FUCHSIA SOCIETY MONTHLY MEETINGS HELD 4TH TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH (EXCEPT in December) AT

WOLLATON PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE HARROW ROAD WOLLATON NOTTINGHAM, NG8 1FG At 7.30p.m till 9.30p.m

COME AND VISIT ANY OF THE EVENTS BELOW

Advertise your events here send information to : sales@beechpublications.co.uk Non profit organisations - free

PLANT SALES/EVENTS planned in 2015

15 May

COFFEE MORNING & PLANT SALE 10.00a.m – 1.00p.m

17 May

PLANT SALE 10.00A.M – 2.00P.M

31 May

PLANT SALE – ALL DAY

Craft people - discounted rates call 07854990608

Meetings in 2015 27 January 24 February 24 March 28 April 26 May 23 June 28 July

ROSES MEMBERS: 4 CORNERS COTTAGE GARDENS FUCHSIAS FUCHSIAS PELARGONIUMS SHOW TALK

8 - 9 AUGUST

ANNUAL SHOW

25 August 22 September

FUCHSIAS ORCHIDS OVERWINTERING FUCHSIAS

27 October 24 November

WOLLATON PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE, Harrow Road, Wollaton, NG8 1FG BEECHDALE PUB Beechdale Road, Nottingham NG8 3FE AUTOKARNA, WOLLATON PARK Wollaton

AGM

HEATHER TAYLOR ALL SHEILA OVER MALCOLM BEERMAN EDDIE MUNRO EDDIE MUNRO ARTHUR PHILLIPS VENUE: ATTENBOROUGH VILLAGE HALL, ATTENBOROUGH, NG9 6BH FRED HUNDERHAY TONY TAYLOR GEOFF SMITH CHEESE & WINE PARTY

For more information about the society contact Jayne Daykin on Tel: 0115 8758928

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 51

51

23/03/2015 03:18

Whats on Recent finds of late Medieval Amulets - Lakeside Arts The mass destruction during the Reformation and later of devotional items made from precious metals, means that the material evidence for medieval piety in the British Isles is scant. Accidental losses found through the agency of metal detectors have brought to light some of the most intimate survivals of religious practice in the form of amuletic pendants and jewellery reliquaries. This talk will share a number of recent finds with the audience and reflect on their significance. James Robinson is Keeper of Art and Design at the National Museum of Scotland and previously curated the Treasures of Heaven: Saints, Relics and Devotion in Medieval Europe exhibition at the British Museum.

Date: 15 Apr 2015 Starts at:13:00 Cost:FREE, Must be booked in advance Ticket: Visit: http://www.lakesidearts.org.uk or call 0115 846 777 or email lakeside-box-office@nottingham.ac.uk Nottingham Lakeside Arts, University Park Off University Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 2RD

Wollaton’s War Tour- Wollaton Hall

Learn about the connections between Wollaton Park and War time Britain.

Tour starts at 3pm in the Hall main reception Saturday and Sunday. Car parking charges apply Date: 3 May 2015 Starts at: 15:00 Cost: £5 Tickets will be available on the day from Hall reception Wollaton Hall and Deer Park, Wollaton Park, Nottingham, NG8 2AE

Cornish Light Talk: at the Nottingham Castle by Louise Connell, Director, Penlee House Museum & Art Gallery.

Seated talks and lectures by the Curators of the exhibition and experts on Cornish

painting*: CORNISH LIGHT: THE NOTTINGHAM 1894 EXHIBITION REVISITED 3rd APR 2015 – 7 JUN 2015 . In September 1894 Nottingham Castle opened a Special Exhibition of Pictures by ‘CORNISH PAINTERS of NEWLYN, ST IVES, FALMOUTH, etc’.

The exhibition gave a comprehensive overview of a new wave in British art, sweeping in from what seemed at the time to be a remote, little-known area of the country. The 2015 exhibition reunites works from 1894 and reappraises this ground-breaking exhibition from the early years of the Castle Museum & Art Gallery for 2015.

Date: 30 May 2015 Starts at: 13:00 Cost:*Booking essential as places are very limited. All talks are free, but normal entry fees apply.

Ticket: PLEASE NOTE: Not all of our meeting rooms have wheelchair access. If you have access requirements, this must be stated at time of booking. Call 01158 761433, or email Colette.griffin@nottinghamcity.gov.uk, to reserve your seat.

Location: Nottingham Castle, Off Friar Lane Off Maid Marian Way, Nottingham NG1 6EL

52

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 52

23/03/2015 03:18

EASTER MONDAY CRAFT FAIR APRIL 6TH 10am – 4pm Admission £1.00 Children free Seven Oaks Inn, Lows Lane, Stanton By Dale, DE7 4QU Large Marquee.

Stalls Available Tel: 07971496851

Delve into the Japanese Cuisine

Japanese catering and cookery classes

www.japaneseideas.co.uk 0115 9729601 or 07749 226274 hiroko@japaneseideas.co.uk

Does your garden need some TLC?

A

Local, reliable, competitive and professional gardening service.

BTEC National Diploma in Horticulture

DE CAL

Tel: 07540196091 or 01158370754 Working in Bramcote/Stapleford

Stephen Mewies Gardening Services

Selling or renting a property?

Energy Performance Certificates

THE MAN THAT CAN

From just £15 an hour gets you a man to do all those small jobs you’ve wanted doing, but haven’t had the time.

They include:

EPC’s | floorplans | deal direct & reduce costs

CF Newgreen

Blake Road, Stapleford NG9 7HP Tel 0800 1357185 Mobile 07729 774672 info@cfnewgreen.co.uk www.cfnewgreen.co.uk

From £15 per hour

STATIC CARAVAN HIRE Walshs Caravan Park Ingoldmells/Skegness

JULIE / STEVE 07557258485

taylorj@operamail.com

Gardening Call Roger: Shelving Decorating 0775 117 3056 General DIY 0115 9723002 Curtain, Rails & Blinds Putting together flat packs In fact anything you can think of!

I can get a lot done in one hour! Make a list!

As I am local, I can keep my prices low, and guarantee I will not let you down & to turn up when I say I will!

D J F Glazing Leaded light repairs Stained glass repairs Misted/broken double glazed units replaced Single glazing replaced Stick on leads 30+years in the trade For all your glazing problems Call your local glazier Tele: 0115 8493553

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 53

53

23/03/2015 03:18

Grapevine Tips To remove the salt deposits that form on clay pots, combine equal parts white vinegar, rubbing alcohol and water in a spray bottle. Apply the mixture to the pot and scrub with a plastic brush. Let the pot dry before you plant anything in it.

To prevent accumulating dirt under your fingernails while you work in the garden, draw your fingernails across a bar of soap and you'll effectively seal the undersides of your nails so dirt can't collect beneath them. Then, after you've finished in the garden, use a nailbrush to remove the soap and your nails will be sparkling clean.

Check your houseplants aren’t toxic to pets Some common house plants which can be harmful to pets include aloe, dieffenbachia, various ivy and lily plants, carnations, philodendron, and holly. These plants account for only a small percent of household plants which can be toxic to animals.

Before bringing a new plant into your pet’s home, always be sure it is not harmful.

Grapevine can deliver your leaflets call:

Useful to know.... Bank Holidays

2015 3 April Friday

Good Friday

6 April Monday Easter Monday 4 May Monday Early May Bank Holiday 25 May Monday Spring Bank Holiday

0115 8373030 07854990608

31 Aug Monday Summer Bank Holiday 25 Dec Friday

Christmas Day

28 Dec Monday Boxing Day (substitute day) If a bank holiday is on a weekend, a ‘substitute’ weekday becomes a Bank Holiday, normally the following Monday.

54

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 54

23/03/2015 03:18

Selling or renting a property?

Energy Performance Certificates

EPC’s | floorplans | deal direct & reduce costs

CF Newgreen

Blake Road, Stapleford NG9 7HP Tel 0800 1357185 Mobile 07729 774672 info@cfnewgreen.co.uk www.cfnewgreen.co.uk

JOHN SUTTON BUILDER POINTING, JOINERY & GENERAL BUILDING WORK

Large and Small Jobs Undertaken

NO VAT

Singer, Pfaff & Bernina, plus other brands, Servicing, Repairs & Spares, Knitting MachinWes, Knitting yarn & patterns Overlockers, Ironing Presses, Horn Sewing Cabinets, Large Haberdashery range Established 40 Years Open Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm

Tel: 07817719317 / 0115 9257060 FREE FORECOURT PARKING

07854990608

Domestic / Commercial / Industrial

•Lighting installation & design • Fault finding • Rewires • Sockets • Extra points • Security lighting • Alarms • Upgrade fuse boxes • Free quotes and professional advice • Part P approved contractor

FREE WIRING CHECK WITH THIS ADVERT

Tel: 0115 914 0159

Advertise here, this size for ONLY £25 a month or £22 a month for six months plus VAT Delivered to12,000 homes.

Call Grapevine 0115 8373030

Wilford, Nottingham NG11 7AS Email: spaelectricalltd@googlemail.com Simon Allison

07970172389

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 55

55

23/03/2015 03:18

Book Review by Clare Lyons The Last Bride in Ballymuir by Dorien Kelly In an effort to make sure this review covers a wide range of genres and authors there has had to be a certain amount of ‘challenging’ reading - things that I wouldn’t normally pick up. The world of romantic novels is certainly in this arena, however I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of Kelly’s writing. The story is not a shocker – there’s a misunderstood hero, a naïve but feisty heroine and some ‘baggage’ for them both to deal with. The story is well paced and the supplementary characters are easy to imagine and empathise with, the story has a nice blend of humour and drama and was entertaining to read.

The book was a finalist in the Romance Writers of America Awards.

Kelly has since gone on to write more in the Ballymuir Series, with The Boldest Man and The Brightest Flame if you’d like to continue the story and follow the lives of Jenna or Vi (I predict romance for them both…).

Children’s Choice The Midnight Library by Kazuno Kohara What a treat! It’s a wonderful thing when you find a book that matches a conversation or discussion that you’ve just had… and so we came across this lovely story of a library that opens at night for all the nocturnal animals. It’s a real delight to read with very stylised and attractive illustrations. The animals are assisted by a little librarian and her three owls, they can read you the book if you’re scared of the ending and there is even a room upstairs you can meet in for band practice.

The idea of going to places after they’ve shut is a common talking point for children and this is a great way to imagine a night time version of something they may be very familiar with. www.letyourselfgrow.org 56

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 56

23/03/2015 03:18

TK Computers

PC problems solved Installations, repairs, upgrades etc.

Virus removal and protection Local repairer / Very reasonable rates Call Tom at anytime on 07950 708283 151 Derby Road, Bramcote, Nottingham NG9 3GZ

email: info@tkcomputers.co.uk

Advertise here, this size for ONLY ÂŁ25 a month or ÂŁ22 a month for six months.

Delivered to 12,500 homes.

Call Grapevine 0115 8373030 To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 57

57

23/03/2015 03:18

IN THE COMMUNITY

Womens Groups

Bramcote Ladies Conservative Coffee Club Meetings: 1st Thursday of each month. No August meeting Contact: Mrs P Pitts 0115 925 0137 The Salvation Army Ladies Meeting Ladies meeting (Home League) Meetings: Mondays at 2:15pm at Albert Avenue Contact: Tel: 0115 949 7059 or 0115 939 2536 Broxtowe Womens Project Source of information and help for women who are suffering domestic violence Meetings: Do not meet as a group. One-to- one meetings with outreach worker can be arranged at a a safe venue Contact: 01773 718555 Info line: 01773 719111 (Mon-Fri) confidential answer phone Sixty in South Broxtowe Resource centre for the over-60’s Mornings: Help and advice concerning health, community safety, police and home safety Home cooked 2-course lunch (£2.50) available at 12 noon Afternoons: activities such as, yoga, Tai-chi, light keep fit, outings, short walks, handicraft, supermarket shopping trips Meetings: Wednesdays 10:00am – 2:00pm at Maycliffe Hall (opposite Crème Restaurant at the bottom of Toton Lane, Stapleford) Contact: For more information telephone Emma on 0115 9491175 any Wednesday 10:00am- 2:00pm Ladies Night Guest speakers on crafts, slide shows, cookery followed by a short Bible talk and refreshments Meetings: 1st Thursday of each month September-July at Pastures Comunity Church, Pasture Road, Stapleford at 7:45pm Contact: Yvonne Campbell Tel: 0115 917 2761 Tuesday Group A social group, talks, demonstrations etc. for women under 60 Every Tuesday 1-3pm at Carnegie Centre, Warren Avenue, Stapleford Contact: Janet Chandler Tel: 0115 849 9745

58

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 58

23/03/2015 03:18

SUPPORT GROUPS Disability Direct is an Information and Advice service for disabled and older people and their families and friends. 01159 583948 Cancer Journey- Support group for people who have cancer or had cancer.The group meets on the first Monday of the month (except Bank Hols) at the Village Hotel, Chilwell, from 7pm, further info call Trish 0115 9468902 Nottingham Support Group for Carers of Children with Eczema (NSGCCE) Website:http://www.nottinghameczema.org.uk- (great website with lots of useful information and links) email: enquiry@nottinghameczema.org.uk Family Lives - Confidential helpline -Call our free and confidential helpline for support Family Lives offers a confidential and free* helpline service (previously known as Parentline). Please call us on 0808 800 2222 for information, advice, guidance and support on any aspect of parenting and family life, including bullying. Family Lives free helpline support staff take calls from 7am – midnight, any calls during the night are answered by Samaritans. If you need to speak to someone during the night we can divert your call to the Samaritans who are available to offer emotional support.

We currently answer 76% of all callers ringing with over 63% answered first time. If you don’t get answered first time please do try again. We will only break confidentiality if there is a life threatening situation, or a child or adult is felt to be at risk of significant harm To get in touch with Family Lives in the East Midlands: 01623 494320 Unit 12 The Beeches Portland College, Nottingham Rd, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire NG18 4TJ

Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide- meetings held on 4th Thursday of every month from 7pm to

9pm at the Flamstead Centre, Albert Street, Ilkeston DE7 5GU, for further information call Eric on 0115 9441117. between 9am-5pm Need help or advice call National Helpline : 0300 111 5065 9am to 9pm every day visit: www.uk-sobs.org.uk Alzheimers Society- 1st Floor, Castle Heights, 72 Maid Marian Way Nottingham, NG1 6BJ Tel: 0115 934 3800 email: nottingham@alzheimers.org.uk For local meetings and support groups in and around the area call the above number.

Dementia Cafe- Every 2nd Tuesday of the month,10:30am - 12:30pm.

Telephone: 0115 934 3800 email: nottsdass@alzheimers.org.uk Monthly group for people with dementia, near Wollaton, their carers and families to obtain information, support and take part in activities.

Area served: Open to all Target group(s): People with Dementia and their carers, family and friends Depression Alliance- Nottingham Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at The Bay Therapy Centre, Lady Bay, Nottingham Find us on twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/nottinghamdsg Find us on facebook: www.facebook.com/NottinghamDSG Phone: 0115 7270246 Website: http://www.meetup.com/Nottingham-Depression-Support-Group

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 59

59

23/03/2015 03:18

Spring Clean Your Home ......

But What About Your Oven?

Nothing is better than freshly cooked food from the oven but when was the last time that you really checked to see how clean your oven is?

You could be in for a bit of a shock!

People often neglect their ovens when it comes to cleaning them as everyone dreads the task.

However, you can now rely on the services of a professional oven cleaner to clean your oven and make it look as good as new.

Local company Renu Oven Cleaning Ltd use eco-friendly, non-caustic solutions and provide their customers with affordable oven cleaning services and no mess.

Renu Oven Cleaning’s success and reputation is based on professionalism and fantastic oven and cooker cleaning results.

Customer service and satisfaction are one of the most important factor to the business and with this ensure that all the processes are simple and hassle free.

Why choose Renu Oven Cleaning Ltd? • Professional Family Run Business • Established Since 2004 With Repeat Customers • Highest Level Of Oven Cleaning • Eco-Friendly, Non-Toxic Cleaning Products • Competitive Prices • Fully Trained • Totally Mess Free • Fully Insured

also experienced in cleaning Agas and Rayburns.

The Process.

Renu will thoroughly and efficiently clean your oven, removing all traces of grease, fat, and burnt on carbon deposits. Firstly they remove all the removable parts from your oven and immersing most of them in a special de-carbonating tank, where they are deep cleaned., tools and degreasers are used to clean your oven and restore it’s shine & sparkle. The common oven usually takes around 1 hour to clean but others can take up to 3 hours depending on the size of the oven and nature of work required.

Once completed, your oven is ready for immediate use. No fumes or strong odours and no mess, just unbelievable results. You will be inviting people around just so that you can show them your ‘new oven’.

Renu Oven Cleaning guarantee to leave you with a safe, clean and hygienic kitchen.

If you choose to have your extractor cleaned, Renu will replace all paper filters, also can help you replace the bulbs and organize replacement door seals for your oven if required.

If you have an oven that you looks past it's best then do not hesitate to contact Renu.

Call Mark at Renu : 0115 9391555 07903 354171 e: mark@renuoven.co.uk www.renuoven.co.uk

Being a member of The Association of Approved Oven Cleaners, Renu Oven Cleaning Ltd provide the highest standard of domestic oven cleaning services at competitive prices. Thoroughly experienced and trained to the highest level, Renu can clean everything oven related including hobs, top of ovens, grills and extractors. Renu are

60

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 60

23/03/2015 03:18

Established 2004

Renu Oven Cleaning OVENS HOBS EXTRACTORS The Association of Approved Oven Cleaners

0115 9391555 / 07903354171 mark@renuoven.co.uk Butternut Squash and Lime Soup

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil 50g/1¾oz butter 200g/7oz onion, finely sliced 900g/2lb butternut squash, peeled, seeds removed and cut into 1cm/½in cubes Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 vegetable stock cubes 750ml/1¼ pint milk 1 lime, juice only

Preparation method

Heat the olive oil and the butter in a large saucepan, add the onion, cover and fry gently for 3-4 minutes.

Add the butternut squash and continue to cook for a further 2-3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Add the vegetable stock cubes with 750ml/1¼ pint water and the milk and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for six minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender.

Transfer to a blender and pulse until smooth.

Taste, and add more salt and pepper if required. Finish with a little lime juice.

Serve with fresh crusty bread.

10- 30 mins cooking time - Serves approx 10 - can be frozen

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 61

61

23/03/2015 03:18

ARCADE PLAYERS Present AN EVENING OF COMEDY Building upon the Arcade Players’ recent hit farce, “Two Into One”, this well established Long Eaton Company is displaying the versatile talents of its members once more. “An Evening of Comedy” is the ultimate presentation of this season’s plays by the Arcade Players. The evening consists of three one act plays by some of the country’s finest dramatists – Frances Bartram, N J Warburton and the ever excellent Alan Ayckbourn. An evening of contrasting comedic styles is guaranteed to have the audiences leaving with a smile on their lips. These three totally individual comedies will be performed at the Duchess Theatre, West Gate, Long Eaton at 7.30 pm from Wednesday 29th April to Saturday 2nd May and include :DON’T BLAME IT ON THE BOOTS – Kate shouldn’t have directed Macbeth, but she did.

Eric shouldn’t have flirted outrageously with the leading lady, but he did and no one knows who played the Ghost.

Chaos at the drama group!

IN THE BAG – visits the back room at a charity shop, where the volunteers are shown in their true colours, and an unexpected turn of events causes a dilemma.

A CUT IN THE RATES – a typical Alan Ayckbourn sting in the tail black comedy. Only at the end do you realise how wrong you were.

In order to avoid disappointment, it is recommended that you get your tickets without delay.

Priced at £5 (concessions) and £6, they are available to buy online at www.arcadeplayers.co.uk or www.duchess-theatre.com in addition to the regular Saturday coffee mornings at the theatre, or by ringing 07503 329277.

62

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 62

23/03/2015 03:18

You don’t need to shout out to advertise your business Reach Out with The Grapevine Magazines and Beech Publications To help get you noticed, we can offer you marketing solutions and packages designed to ďŹ t around your budget and requirements we do all the work so you can concentrate on running your business.

We offer: Free design and artwork on advertisements placed for a three month period or more with editorial content if required Leaflet design and/or print & distribution Facebook and website coverage- you can reach more people on our website Website Design and Hosting ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS call Grapevine

0115 8373030 or 07854990608 www.beechpublications.co.uk e: sales@beechpublication.co.uk

WE DO THE REST!

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 63

63

23/03/2015 03:18

Places to go St Georges Day Annual Parade The annual parade will make it’s way from the Forest Recreation Ground into the Old Market Square, with plenty to see including Robin Hood and knights on horseback. 23 Apr 2015 starts 11:30 Cost: FREE Old Market Square, Nottingham NG1 2BY Craft Fair -Newstead Abbey Sunday 3rd and Monday 4th May 2015. Shop from a selection of fantastic craft items in the magnificent setting of the Cloisters. Browse the brilliant products from fine jewellery to delicious cupcakes. Entrance to the Craft Fair is free of charge. Normal Abbey admission applies.

Car parking charges apply and children must be accompanied by an adults, Starts at: 10:00 Cost: FREE Ticket: For information please contact the Abbey on 01623 455900 Newstead Abbey Historic House & Park Ravenshead, Newstead, Nottinghamshire NG15 8NA Nottingham Castle Great Food and Drink Fayre 23, 24, 25 May 10am-5pm £8pp. Visit Nottingham Castle this May Bank Holiday to experience an array of delicious food and drink. www.greatfoodanddrinkfestivals. co.uk.

Starts at: 10:00 Ticket: £7 advance tickets, £8 on the door, £5 concessions, Under 10s are free with paying adult. This includes full access to event plus the castles grounds, gardens, museum and art gallery.

Nottingham Castle, Off Friar Lane, Off Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, NG1 6EL

Restoration Ramble at Highfields Park, Nottingham Come along to the park and find out more about the restoration and see the transformations unfolding. Meet outside the D H Lawrence Pavilion. NG7 2QH Please book ahead if possible by calling the Box Office on 0115 846 7777.

Date: 26 Apr 2015 Starts at: 13:00 Cost: FREE Highfields Park, University Boulevard, Lenton, Nottingham, NG7 2QH

64

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 64

23/03/2015 03:18

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 65

65

23/03/2015 03:18

IN THE COMMUNITY Dig it up, Dig it out , DIG IN in Stapleford !

As the sun starts to warm up the air and the soil, birds are out and the bulbs are pushing through, so grows the urge to get outside and do some growing… Watch out Stapleford.. the growing bug is taking hold again.

Volunteers at Dig In community allotment have planned a range of activities, events and growing sessions throughout this year. The activities will include pond dipping, cook and eats where you can get creative ideas about eating healthy affordable food.

Back by popular demand, we will hold our annual events Fruity Saturday and Harvest.

Dig in has regular growing sessions on Wednesday and Saturday from 10-12 where anyone can come along and join the fun free of charge and take home part of the harvested food. You don’t have to know anything about growing or you can be an expert, there is room for all and everyone is able to learn from each other.

Kathy, Dig in volunteer explained….

"We are very excited about the activities planned at DIG IN this year. We hope that more local people will come down and see what we are doing and enjoy what DIG IN offers. Most of our activities are free of charge and the allotment is run by volunteers. DIG IN is only successful if we get local people to use the garden and build their confidence with growing. Volunteers are the backbone of DIG IN.’ If you are interested in finding out more call Karen at DIG IN, please let us know on 07943 700302.

Or find out more on www.digincommunityallotment.blogspot.com or the DIG IN Facebook page.

66

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 66

23/03/2015 03:18

The Stars are Out Tonight!

Grand Central Chorus is pleased to host the 2013 Barbershop Harmony Society International Chorus Champions, Toronto Northern Lights Sunday 19 April 4.30pm Derby Theatre DE1 2PL Tickets £15 Under 12’S £10 Box Office 01332 593939 www.derbytheatre.co.uk Grand Central Chorus is pleased to host the 2013 Barbershop Harmony Society International Chorus Champions, Toronto Northern Lights in a show that will provide a rare opportunity to see and listen to one of the world’s top barbershop harmony choruses, who have not performed in the UK since 2008.

Toronto Northern Lights, led by their Musical Director, Steve Armstrong, have represented the Ontario District at the Barbershop Harmony Society International Chorus Competition numerous times since their formation in 1998, winning bronze medals five times and consecutive silver medals between 2001 and 2005. Finally, in July 2013, and when the competition was held in their hometown of Toronto, they won the gold medal!

Grand Central Chorus is one of the UK’s leading Barbershop choruses, having won the gold medals at the British Championships five times, the most recent being in 2012. Grand Central has also represented the UK in the Barbershop Harmony Society International Chorus Competition on several occasions

Car Boots - Long Eaton Community Carnival Association - Events Field, West Park, Long Eaton Site opens at 7am to recive car booters (sellers) , cost £7 for cars, and £10 for cars towing trailers. Open to public (buyers) from 8am to 12.30pm.

The on site and catering and amusements ground let. Car park £1per vehicle, on foot free.

(Car boot is to support the Carnival Association) .

Dates: 19th April, 17th May, 21st June, 19th July, 16th August, and 20th Sept on events site West Park, Long Eaton.

All Saints Church Sawley - 4th May 9am entrance 50p, pre-booked cars only fee £8 ,setting up 8am please call Betty to book with name, address, tel no and car registration: 0115 9727876 Treetops Hospice Derby Road Risley: May 4th see ad: Monday 25 May, Sunday 12 July, Monday 31 August Sunday 4 October, look out for information in Grapevine. or www.treetopshospice.org.uk

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 67

67

23/03/2015 03:18

A Girl Called Fred. by Roger Willgoose.

About the author.

Roger Willgoose born in 1935 lived in Trowell until he married Jean in 1968, then they settled in Stapleford. Never having owned a pet, Roger was not happy with the prospect of suddenly adopting a Yorkshire terrier. His anxieties were soon dispelled by the fiesty young dog and the bond that developed between them produced the book in 1981. The manuscript was gifted to Jean, but after several rejections by publishers, it was mislaid, only to be discovered in 2013, three years after Roger’s death.The characters in the book and the public houses are all in and around the area of Stapleford.

A Girl Called Fred is the beautifully written tale of Fred, a female Yorkshire terrier, and her first years with a new family. Set in the halcyon days of the seventies, this narrative brings back memories of when the village pub was where good beer and conversation flowed and smoking was allowed inside. Milk was delivered to the doorstep and coal, kept in bunkers, was burnt on open fires where bread and chestnuts could be toasted...In 1975, at the age of six, Fred joins the Willgoose family and brings love, companionship and joy, mixed with humour and occasional sadness to Jean, Roger and Stephen. To their surprise, Fred betrays her ratting ancestry with most unladylike assaults on various cats, dogs and people who stamp their feet, especially eighteen-stone gentlemen!

But her strength of character shows through when she becomes the victim of a road accident which causes great distress to her loving family. Stephen often shows a maturity beyond his years while Roger, with good humour, patience and occasional over-indulgence in the local pub, endures and describes some quite hilarious experiences. Anyone who has ever loved a dog will enjoy A Girl Called Fred. Animal lovers especially will find the account of Fred's life entertaining, while the narrative will appeal to fans of humorous fiction.

Author Roger was an avid reader and was inspired by the late Henry Rider Haggard and Damon Runyon.

To purchase a copy of the book : from Two for Tea, Derby Road, Stapleford for £7.50 or from Amazon £8.99 www.amazon.co.uk 68

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 68

23/03/2015 03:18

Canary Child by David Field and Alan Dance A supernatural, genealogical mystery mixing tragedy and humour Local author Alan Dance (Narrow Marsh, Leen Times and The Westbrook Affair) has teamed up with an old school friend David Field for another absorbing and locally set historical novel.

With a powerful and topical First World War connection, the plot is based on the true story of the biggest civilian tragedy of the Great War – the massive explosion on 1 July 1918 at the Chilwell Shell-Filling Factory. Many of the 139 killed were the young women we know as “Canary Girls”, because working with toxic chemicals turned their skin yellow. Why it exploded remains a mystery to this day, but at the time there was talk of spies and German saboteurs. Canary Child cleverly offers a new theory as to what might have been the cause.

safely at home, and try and discover the true parentage of a child left orphaned by the blast.

The fast-moving narrative takes the reader from the back streets of Long Eaton, via Attenborough, Chilwell, Beeston and Bramcote to the trenches of northern France and back, with a Record Office thrown in for good measure.

There is romance and surprise.

Mixing imagined history with actual events, and the use of Nottinghamshire dialect in the dialogue, makes for a thoroughly believable and entertaining read.

This is not a book you can put down.

Canary Child. Arundel Books. £6.99. ISBN 978-0-9558133-6-8 Available locally at W.H. Smith in Beeston. Also as a Kindle eBook.

by Peter Robinson.

This is a time-shifting novel that moves seamlessly between 1918 and 1968. It starts in Attenborough churchyard in 1968, where school teacher Dorothy Younger has a ghostly encounter with a girl who claims to have died in an explosion at the nearby shell-filling factory fifty years before, and pleads with Dorothy to “find my little Ernie”.

Enlisting the help of a Chilwell Depot army officer, the unlikely pair set out to solve a genealogical mystery to discover what happened to Canary Girls Lil and Mabel, two fun-loving Long Eaton lace hands who sign up for work at the shell-filling factory.

Together, they grapple with the puzzle of a young woman who apparently died in the explosion, but who was never officially there, and the survival of another who should have been blown to pieces but was found later To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 69

69

23/03/2015 03:18

For advertisers sending in artwork.

ARTWORK SIZES FULL PAGE

135 x 185 mm

HALF PAGE

135 x 95 mm

PANEL ADVERT 65 x 195 mm QUARTER PAGE 65 x 95 mm EIGHTH PAGE

65 x 45 mm

Must be in 300 DPI - CMYK PDF/PNG/INDESIGN Blank templates available on our website : www.beechpublications.co.uk

New advertisers - book three months or more and get free artwork design.

Advertise your events here send information to : sales@beechpublications.co.uk Non proďŹ t organisations - free Craft people - discounted rates call 07854990608

For more details contact our office

0115 8373030 Mon to Fri 10am -4pm after hours until 6pm

07854990608 70

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 70

23/03/2015 03:18

The Rotary Club of Long Eaton Dawnbreakers is once again organising it’s popular Big Breakfast with all profits going to the Ilkeston Children's Food Bank. The event takes place at The Gateway Centre, Dale Abbey Village near Ilkeston and will be signposted on the day.

For the incredibly low price of £7.50, guests get a full English Breakfast plus juice, tea or coffee, and toast cooked and served to their table by Rotarians.

Breakfast is served in half hourly slots from 8.00am to 1.00pm and guests need to book their sitting in advance.

Bookings can be made by contacting Rotarian Nick Jackson on 07767 377774 or by email to :1302nick@gmail.com

   

     

 

Attenborough Village Bowls Club (The Strand, Attenborough, NG9 6AU)

Open Day 25th April 2015 from 10am to 4pm.

If you would like to try your hand at bowling just come along and have a go.

You will receive a warm welcome as well as getting advice and coaching about bowling.

  

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 71

71

23/03/2015 03:18

Beeston Youth and Community Centre West End Beeston NG9 1GL Wed 29th Apr, 2015 13:00-15:30 / 17:00-20:00 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Tue 19th May, 2015 13:35-15:30 / 17:00-20:00 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Stapleford Community Centre Washington Drive Stapleford NG9 8PY Thu 16th Jul, 2015 13:15-15:15 / 16:45-19:35 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Thu 13th Aug, 2015 13:15-15:15 / 16:45-19:35 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Chilwell, Village Hotel + Leisure Centre Brailsford Way, Chilwell, NG9 6D Sun 3rd May, 2015 10:00-12:45 / 14:15-16:30 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Mon 1st Jun, 2015 12:35-15:00 / 16:30-19:15 Available to walk in Appointments can be made

72

Wollaton, Fernwood School Goodwood Road, Wollaton, NG8 2FT Tue 26th May, 2015 12:55-15:10 / 16:40-19:25 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Long Eaton, Wilsthorpe Community School Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4WT Sun 17th May, 2015 09:45-12:45 / 14:15-16:45 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Long Eaton, Novotel Nottm East Midlands Bostock Lane, Long Eaton, NG10 4EP Mon 20th Apr, 2015 12:45-15:15 / 16:45-19:45 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Mon 8th Jun, 2015 13:05-15:15 / 16:45-19:30 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Bilborough, Nottm Univ Samworth Academy Bramhall Road, Bilborough, NG8 4HY Thu 9th Apr, 2015 12:30-15:15 / 16:45-19:30 Available to walk in Appointments can be made Fri 31st Jul, 2015 13:25-15:25 / 16:55-18:55 Available to walk in Appointments can be made

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 72

23/03/2015 03:18

Minister for Health visits North London blood bank to launch innovative Blood 2020 strategy Jane Ellison MP, Minister for Public Health, launched NHS Blood andTransplant’s Blood 2020 strategy with a visit to Colindale blood centre, NorthLondon.

The minister met local patients whose lives depend on blood donation and saw first hand state-of-the-art manufacturing services which help maintain blood stock levels for hospitals around the country.

Every day, NHS Blood and Transplant relies on more than 6,000 blood donors to meet hospital and patient need across England and North Wales. The new strategy outlines the ambitions for blood donation services over the next five years.

An important part of Blood 2020 is work to better match donated blood to patients in need. Scientists at Colindale are working on extended blood group testing for patients who need multiple transfusions, including the 10,000 people in England who have sickle cell anaemia and 800 with thalassaemia.

Calvin Campbell, 50, from North London has received regular transfusions at the Whittington Hospital since the age of 14 for treatment of sickle cell.

DonnaMansfield-Allman, 54, also has sickle cell and is treated with regular transfusions at the Whittington and University College Hospital, London. The patients, who met Jane Ellison MP during her tour last week, are among those who in the future will hopefully benefit from the extended blood testing initiative. Jane Ellison, Minister for Public Health said: “My visit to Colindale showed the importance of donating blood. The Blood 2020 strategy builds on the excellent progress to date and gives clear direction for the years ahead, with the ambition to deliver the world’s best blood service. Most importantly, it has at

its heart the need to deliver an excellent and expert service to NHS hospitals, donors and patients.” Ian Trenholm, Chief Executive at NHS Blood and Transplant said: “We were delighted to welcome Jane Ellison MP to tour our Colindale facility, giving her an opportunity to see some of the world class work going on within the organisation in North London and meet local patients. The minister saw a snapshot of the technical work taking place at one of our state-of-the-art laboratories.

“As part the minister’s visit we launched our Blood 2020 strategy, setting out our ambitions for the next five years. We have come a long way since the inception of NHS Blood and Transplant nearly ten years ago, and this strategy builds on what we have learned along the way and paves the way for ourfuture.

While the process of collecting blood is fundamentally the same as a decade ago, processes and technologies have developed and demand from hospitals has changed. As an organisation, we have moved with these advancements and we continue to take strides forward as we move towards 24/7 activity across the organisation and seek innovative ways to meet our hospital customers’ needs.

“We will of course continue to focus on donors – without them being prepared to give their time to donate we wouldn’t be able to provide hospitals and patients with the transfusions they need. We aim to offer donors a safe, positive and modern experience – which includes moving towards paperless appointments and health checks. We hope that 80 per cent of donors will be using our digital services by 2020, enabling them to register, book and amend their appointments online meaning it is easier for them to come back and give their vital donations time and time again.”

The NHS Blood and Transplant Blood 2020 Strategy is available for download via http://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/download/ blood-2020.pdf

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 73

73

23/03/2015 03:18

MAKE SOME MONEY- Unwanted gifts? Sell them here!

Give us a call or mail us with your items before the 10th of each month. sales@beechpublications.co.uk Office: Beech Publications

Unit 6A, The Mayfair Walk, Oxford Street, Long Eaton Nottingham NG10 1JR

Halfords Family Tent Pack (Unused): 4 person walk in tent with 2 rooms, 4 x bags, 2 x double airbeds and 2 x lights: £45 ono: Tel: 0115 9281296 Mens mountain bike, hardly used as new: £45 ono: Tel: 0115 9281296 Set of used Nissan Trail Roof Bars- £119 new, Good cond. any reasonable offer considered Tel: 0115 9225879 Bramcote.

Sunncamp day tent: Grey Green- approx 8ft square. Never used £80 Tel: 0115 9734010 Toton 13 boxes of shoes and sandal size 6, as new still in boxes. Hush Puppies, Pavers, Loretta, Pavacini etc, £190 the lot. Tel 0115 9391105 Electric Wheelchair, with light weight shopping bag, 4 wheel pneumatic tyres one handed control, all in good condition £120. Tel: 0115 8772721 Hover mower used twice, bought for £80 sell for £35 ono. 0115 9171862.

Trowell.

Maximum 3 ads per person. Sell your items for FREE. Any item up to £500 free, any item over this amount a charge of £15 per entry plus VAT, and £20 up to £5,000 plus VAT.

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS FOR PRIVATE ADVERTISERS ONLY, BUSINESSES CAN ADVERTISE AT A DISCOUNTED COST WITHIN THE GRAPEVINE

74

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 74

23/03/2015 03:18

Homedics Shiatsu +Massager. Perfect condition. £30. Fabric rocking horse £10 Tel. 0115 8759726. Bramcote Top box lovely shape, large capacity, will fit most cars ideal for camping etc. £95ono. Tel: 07969517597 Toton area.

Dunlop Golfing Bag & Javelin 3 Folding Golfing Trolley, with card, golf balls & tee holder. 13 different bats, 3 with covers 34 various grades, golf balls, 104 tee holders, hood cover, carrying straps.

Footjoy right hand glove with pin marker Size 9, Navy.

PLEASE NOTE FOR LEFT HANDED PLAYER £45 ono Tel: 0115 8492298 Stapleford Extending Shower Pole with white striped shower curtain and 12 plastic hoops for curtain, curtain in new condition, £6.00. Tel: 0115 8492298.

Stapleford A set of callaway Big Bertha irons Nos. 3 to10 steel shafted uniflex R/hand golf clubs in excellent condition offers £75.00 . Tel: 0115 9724609 Toton.

WANTED - SUBBUTEO Football teams & accessories wanted by local collector (retirement hobby!).

Please phone - Jeff Gould 07969 674791 or email j.gould30@ntlworld.com Ladies Bike. Apollo Elyse 16 Hybrid. Bought in 2014 and used for a few weeks only to commute to work. Excellent condition. Cost £199.99 + £76 of accessories (helmet, lock, pump & pannier) All for sale for £120.

Tel: 07981869670 Bramcote Chrome Towel Rail 1200mm H by 500mm W 16rail £20. Tel 01159257539 Attenborough Webb Hand Push Mower including Grass Collector In first class condition (Only used 4 times) £40 Tel: 0115 9396004 Stapleford.

Laura Ashley Coffe Table- 62 x 62cms square, 50cms high , dark wood, glass top, shelf underneath G cond. £20 Tel: 0115 9258300. Bramcote To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 75

75

23/03/2015 03:18

A MAKE SOME MONEY- Unwanted gifts? Sell them here!

Give us a call or mail us with your items before the 10th of each month. sales@beechpublications.co.uk Office: Beech Publications

Unit 6A, The Mayfair Walk, Oxford Street, Long Eaton Nottingham NG10 1JR

"Homebase" Portable 12k BTU Air Conditioner Model No 641638 Dimensions 50 cm x84.5 cm x 40 cm Cooling Capacity = 12000 BTU/Hr / 3.5 kw Voltage AC 220-240V / 50 Hz. Full instructions and venting Hardly used from new . Stored inside. Cost £890 .

Accept £480. Tel: 0115 9397539 "Broil King" Gas Barbecue . Complete with Gas Pressure Regulator and Gas Cylinder and full instructions, wheeled version with hinged lid and side shelves. £60.

Tel: 0115 9397539 Maxtor 40GB External Hard Drive. Includes original Power cable & USB cable.

Not boxed. Ideal for backing up digital photos. £10 Tel or Text 0772 5355042 Stressless brown best quality Royalin leather recliner & foot stool , hardly used excellent condition cost £1007 new, accept £400. Tel: 0115 8756065 Stapleford Kensington Freerider FR168 4A four wheel only used a few times, godd cond, as new cost £1700 will accept £500 no offers. Tel: 0115 8756065

Maximum 3 ads per person. Sell your items for FREE. Any item up to £500 free, any item over this amount a charge of £15 per entry plus VAT, and £20 up to £5,000 plus VAT.

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS FOR PRIVATE ADVERTISERS ONLY, BUSINESSES CAN ADVERTISE AT A DISCOUNTED COST WITHIN THE GRAPEVINE

76

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 76

23/03/2015 03:18

C in

Th ar co

Bo sh pe St to fr pe O fo op

Sh C pu at re Ph w C "Th w

"I pr an ph th Fo N

Art inspiration in the garden Creative children and young people are invited to get out into the garden to seek inspiration for Nottingham in Bloom’s annual art and photography competitions The theme of the 2015 art competition is 'All Seasons In Bloom' to encourage young artists to explore the garden, park or countryside all year round. The photography competition theme is 'Nature And Encouraging Wildlife In The Garden'.

Both competitions are again sponsored by Capital One, whose staff will help to shortlist the entries. The competitions regularly attract over 1,000 entries from young people who live, go to school or are members of community groups in Nottingham.

Stuart Mather, Community Relations Manager for Capital One, said: "We are proud to support the competitions and hope they will encourage children to take inspiration from plants, flowers, fruits and wildlife all through the year. It's a great way for young people to showcase their creative talents.

Over the years we have had some really fantastic entries that have gone on to be used for posters, Christmas cards and publications. The winners in 2012 even had the opportunity to meet the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during their visit to the city."

Shortlisted pictures and photos will be displayed at the open day at the Nottingham City Council Nursery at Woodthorpe Grange Park on Saturday May 9th when the public can vote for their favourites. Winners will receive gift vouchers to be presented at an awards ceremony at the nursery in July, and the winning pictures will go on to represent the city in the East Midlands in Bloom competitions.

Photographer Tracey Whitefoot is also offering a photography workshop for one of the winners and their classmates.

Councillor Malcolm Wood, Chair of the Nottingham in Bloom Working Group, said: "Thank you to Capital One for their ongoing support, which enables these popular and worthwhile competitions to continue and grow.

"I am delighted to see that many schools in the city have inspirational gardens that have provided the children with a wealth of opportunities to produce excellent paintings and photographs. In recent years we have been particularly pleased to receive so many photos featuring wildlife, which have required patience as well as skill on the part of the photographers."

For an entry form, visit www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/nottinghaminbloom or call Nottingham in Bloom on 0115 915 2733. The closing date is Friday April 17th.

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 77

77

23/03/2015 03:18

PUBLICATION & DISTRIBUTION INFORMATION Grapevine in NG9 is published by Beech Publications Office: Editor:

Unit 6A, The Mayfair Walk, Oxford Street Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 1JR. Christine Gough

Direct:

07854990608

Office Tel: www:

0115 8373030 www.beechpublications.co.uk www.grapevineonline.co.uk

email:

sales@beechpublications.co.uk

Distribution: 12,000 Advertising costs: see our website or telephone / email for prices Grapevine in NG9 12,000 Copies delivered FREE Prices start as little as £22 plus VAT per issue.

Attractive deals on offer for multiple bookings, call for details.

Non profit making community groups advertise for FREE.

Beech Publications publish and distribute two glossy A5 community magazines Grapevine In NG9 Covering parts of Chilwell, Beeston, Attenborough, Toton, Stapleford and Trowell– Distribution12,000 copies Grapevine In Wollaton and Bramcote Covering parts of Wollaton and Bramcote Distribution 8000.

Tel: 0115 9397539

Please save me or

We deliver leaflets please call for more details 0115 8373030 07854990608

Disclaimer: BEECH PUBLICATIONS is an independent organisation and is not connected to any other organisation, publications or groups. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of material published in this magazine, Beech Publications takes no responsibility for accuracy of statements made by contributors or advertisers, for loss arising from non publication of any advertisement. Beech Publications officially does not endorse any advertising material published in this publication.

Copyright: This publication may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of the Publisher. All artwork is accepted on the strict condition that permission has been given for use in this publication.

78

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 78

23/03/2015 03:18

Covering NG9 and NG8.. Â

We offer an unbeatable service at very competitive rates. Call us today for your free valuation.

Call us today on 0115 784 1106 Lines open until 8pm  133 Attenborough Lane Attenborough Nottingham NG9 6AA Always check the terms of your existing agreement before instructing another estate agent.

To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 79

79

23/03/2015 03:18

80

Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements.

GRAPEVINE-NG9 march april 2015.indd 80

23/03/2015 03:18