The Herald Mid-September 2022

MID-SEPTEMBER 2022

Markfield, Field Head, Stanton-under-Bardon, Thornton & Bagworth

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Local leaders publish tributes to The Queen

ENIOR LEADERS across Leicester and Leicestershire have released messages of condolence following the sad death of Her Majesty The Queen.

know, she was held in deep respect and admiration across the world, by both ordinary people and international leaders.

“Having had the privilege of meeting her personally, I found Her Majesty to be warm and approachable, intensely interested in others and always keen to remind us that it is our common efforts that forge and maintain our community life. Her Christian faith provided an inspiration and encouragement to many, and was the motivation to her life-long desire to serve her country and the Commonwealth, and their people. We owe her a deep debt of gratitude.

HM Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire, Michael Kapur OBE, said: “I am deeply saddened by the death of our Queen, who dedicated her life to the service of our country and the Commonwealth.

“Queen Elizabeth served as our Monarch longer than any of her predecessors and was hugely Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (1926 - 2022) respected and loved by people across the world. The recent Platinum Jubilee “Today we pray for the Royal Family in celebrations demonstrated how loved and treasured she was. their own grief, and extend our deepest sympathy to them.”

“I wish to extend my sincere sympathy to our new King and all members Temporary Chief Constable Rob Nixon said: “The loss of the Queen is of the Royal family at this very sad time. keenly felt by officers and staff here at Leicestershire Police and for those of us who have sworn an oath, this is a very poignant day.

“I will be observing Royal mourning until after The Queen’s funeral which means that I will not be undertaking social engagements as Lord“Above all else, our ability to serve the law is down to our constitutional Lieutenant.” monarchy and we have been proud to serve Queen Elizabeth during her remarkable reign.

Leader of Leicestershire County Council, Nick Rushton, added: “We are all deeply moved to hear of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. I “She has visited our city many times and each time we have been speak on behalf of the elected members and those working for the County honoured to welcome her here. It has been our privilege to welcome her Council. and provide policing support for her visits.”

“Many of us have only ever known one Monarch – such has been the Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews: “This is a remarkable reign of Queen Elizabeth the Second. very sad day for us all. Her Majesty’s kindness knew no bounds, even complimenting me on my rather suspect brown suede and corduroy jacket “As a mark of respect, during the period of Royal mourning, the Union and as I stood in the crowd outside Windsor Castle for her Silver Jubilee in County Flags have been half-masted at County Hall. Our headquarters will 1977. also be illuminated in purple until after The Queen’s funeral.

“The Chairman will be attending only those official engagements of a formal nature and will not be wearing his insignia.”

Leicester City Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby said: “I am profoundly saddened by the news of Her Majesty’s passing and, on behalf of the city, extend my sympathies to our new monarch and all of the Royal Family.

“Queen Elizabeth was on the throne for more than 70 years – the longest reign of any British monarch – and in that time was a tireless ambassador in the service of the country and the wider Commonwealth.

“During her lengthy reign, The Queen oversaw vast changes politically and domestically, both at home and internationally.

“She always acted with remarkable grace and composure, which inspired genuine affection from across the world. Her passing truly marks the end of an era.”

Bishop of Leicester, The Rt Revd Martyn Snow, said: “I learnt of the death of her Majesty the Queen with enormous sadness at the loss of a faithful, courageous and inspirational monarch.

“She was a great gift to our country, ruling for 70 years with complete dedication to her people and to her vocation. She succeeded in being Queen for all of us, whatever our status, beliefs or background. As we all

“From charity work, hosting and guiding Heads of State, to a wide array of other public and voluntary engagements, Her Majesty’s sense of duty and devotion to a lifetime of service are qualities to be admired and adorned upon ourselves so we can be and do better in our lives. Quite simply, The Queen has been the strength and stay of our nation for generations, and we owe her a debt of gratitude greater than she would have ever claimed.”

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HE LORD-LIEUTENANT will publish further information about how the city and county will be marking The Queen’s death, and how local residents are able to join in this collective mourning. This local information will available soon at: www.leicestershire.gov.uk/TheQueen Books of condolence will be available at St. Martins House in Leicester, Town Hall in Leicester and County Hall in Glenfield The following public buildings will be illuminated in purple: County Hall in Glenfield, Town Hall and City Hall in Leicester.

Residents are advised to check opening times on the website in advance.

There will also be a virtual book of condolence available on the LordLieutenant’s website for those who cannot attend in person.

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Seated Exercise with Cream Tea!

Stanton under Bardon Village Hall

COME AND JOIN us on Monday 19 September 2022 from 2.00 pm until 4.00 pm for a Seated Exercise Class followed by an afternoon Cream Tea served by Connie’s Pop-up Tea Party.

The cost is £7.50 and is considered good value by those who have attended previous classes. We aim to do this on a regular monthly basis – those who have attended so far consider it a relaxing, social afternoon!

Mark Stephens Chairman

Saturday 1st October

‘Wake Up and Smell the Coffee’ with Bagworth’s Macmillan Coffee Morning wo Ld’S bi G s EVERY YEAR over 5000 people across Leicestershire are diagnosed with cancer and over 32,500 people are living with and beyond cancer in Leicestershire.

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The reality is that more than one in three of us will get cancer. For most of us it will be the toughest fight we ever face. And the feelings of isolation and loneliness that so many people experience make it even harder. But you don’t have to go through it alone. The Macmillan team is with you every step of the way. - Nurses and therapists can help through treatment, advisers can talk through which benefits are available and volunteers give a hand with everyday things. There is no easy way to deal with cancer but Macmillan are there every step of the way.

Almost all of their work is possible only through the generosity of donations.

In 2018 over £30 million pounds was raised nationwide, but with Covid many events in 2020 & 2021 did not take place.

Bidding in Bagworth

New Beginner’s Bridge Course A NEW ‘BEGINNERS’ bridge course is starting at Bagworth Community Centre on Saturday September 24th 10.00am3.00pm and thereafter on Saturday mornings.

The session is run by the Bagworth Whistlestop Bridge Group who meet regularly to play at the Bagworth Community Centre on Thursday afternoons. Fees are kept to a minimum to cover the costs of room hire and resources and the course is run by English Bridge Union qualified teachers who are volunteers. The fee for day one is £5.00 to include all materials, teas and coffees but please bring your own packed lunch.

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Well the Bagworth Macmillan Coffee Morning is back and will be hosting their event this year at The Club Bagworth. This will be the village’s 7th Annual Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan and will be held on Saturday 1st October between 11a.m. & 3p.m. Please support our event as over the previous 6 years we have raised over £6,000 for this great cause purely through the coffee mornings. Let this be our best year ever.

We have Craft Stalls, Raffle, Tombola, and of course the cake stall. Plus much more. Entry is only £2 which includes a hot drink and a donation to Macmillan.

If you wish to stay for lunch food will be available to purchase. The bar will also be open to everyone.

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We welcome you to join us in celebrating Harvest Time

Bridge is a challenging and fascinating game of cards and a great mind sport to keep those brain cells working. You don’t need to be an experienced card player to start learning but if you have played whist, canaster or solo it helps. It is also very sociable and a way of making new friends so learning to play though a course is the first steppingstone to join our bridge group.

You will be given a warm welcome in a convivial atmosphere and much patience and support. If you are interested, do contact Shelagh or Carol via email on whisltestopbridgeinbagworth@gmail.com or telephone / text 07530 364339. Come on board and get those brain cells working!

12.30 SATURDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER

HARVEST PLOUGHMAN’S LUNCH

Tickets £7.50

MARKFIELD Methodist Church invites you to celebrate Harvest Time at a special Harvest Ploughman’s Lunch at 12.30pm on Saturday 24th September 2022.

Tickets cost £7.50.

You are also invited to a Harvest Festival Service at 10.30 on Sunday 25th September 2022 - supporting STARFISH MALAWI. For lunch tickets and more details, please telephone 01530 242607 or 01530 242166.

10.30 SUNDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

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Message from Dr Luke Evans MP

NE THING that gets lost in translation is what MPs do when Parliament isn’t in session.

We’re nearing the end of summer recess and I’ve been busy in the constituency, enjoying my favourite parts of being your MP: meeting local people, speaking to businesses, dropping by events and finding out what constituents’ priorities are both nationally and for our community.

I recently visited a Slimming World session in Ratby and saw the group in action, supporting and spurring each other on with their goals – a really compassionate place where the community can come together.

Another great asset for our community is Ratby Library, which I visited recently after hearing about some funding difficulties they’re experiencing post-Covid.

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It is a worry to us all how the cost of living continues to rise. I revisited the Job Centre Plus in Hinckley to ask for their estimations regarding the issues unemployed people in our area are facing now and, importantly, over the coming months. I also heard that their experiences reflect the rates of people claiming unemployment related benefits in Bosworth, which most recently stands at 2.5% whereas the national average is 3.7% Another thing that people often raise with me locally is healthcare.

Which is why, alongside sitting on the Health Select Committee, I have been working towards securing funding for a Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) and Day Case Unit at Hinckley Hospital.

Should these plans go ahead, it would signal a welcome investment of more than £20 million for healthcare in our area!

to Junctions 21 and 21a on the M1.

I talk a lot about planning and the importance of having an up-todate Local Plan, but did you know that 85% of the constituency of Bosworth is agricultural?

This is by no means a comprehensive update on my work over the summer, for more information on how I’m delivering on your priorities please see my website: www.drlukeevans.org.uk or social media channels.

Dr Luke Evans MP

Speaking of investment… I have been engaging with MIRA and East Midlands Mayor Andy Street, to unlock funding which will enhance MIRA’s car safety testing and vehicle development facilities.

And I’m sure many of you will also be pleased to learn that my office is in contact with National Highways regarding improvements

overarching message I take away from meetings with farmers is that the best thing we can do to support them is to buy seasonal British and local produce.

I recently visited a farm between Dadlington and Twycross and the

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The Queen was an ever-present constant in our lives - a reassuring presence Borough Councillor Matthew Lay writes in The Herald

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OFTEN SAVE doing my Herald article to the last minute.

Mostly because I work better close to deadlines but sometime because I lack inspiration on subject matter.

Leaving it late is not always ideal but in this case It has allowed me some space to reflect on a seismic event as it happened. As I sat down to write this month’s article only the day before the editor needs it, the sad news about the passing of HM the Queen was announced.

I can call on a property today and remember fondly the previous occupants, I can remember past Uncles, Aunts, Grandparents, Cousins, friends, all who are no longer around and leave little parts of themselves in my memory. Those little parts when added together can at times leave a sadness but that is the reality of the cycle of life, none of us can live forever and the Queens death reminds us of that.

I grew up in an extended family in Markfield that would clearly identify itself as working class, if that is a meaningful identity these days. We were mostly what would be termed ‘old Labour’ but also fiercely patriotic, and the Queen was given great respect and admiration in the homes of Grandparents, Uncles and Aunts etc. It wasn’t simply a case of deference but more of reverence and a recognition of the unique position she had in most peoples lives, whether they liked it or not. It reflected the fact that we in the UK are a constitutional monarchy and that the Queen was the head of state and sat above political affiliations. In todays very polarised world this is a considerable advantage of our constitution.

My Grandparents had lived through the Second World War and saw the Queen as a stepping-stone into a modern and brighter future in which they lived and hope we would all live in too. They had made sacrifices so others could witness the benefits and progress towards a better more civilised world.

My early memories of the Queen begin around the time of the Silver Jubilee when I and other children at Mercenfeld Primary School went in a coach to County Hall to see the Monarch herself. I say that loosely because when we arrived it seemed that all the primary school age children of Leicestershire were present. We were someway back in the milling crowd, and we waited some time unsure what was to happen. All of sudden a huge roar went up and everyone was cheering and shouting and the Queen appeared on a balcony at the front of County Hall, elevated so at least we children could get a glimpse. I have a vivid memory firmly planted in my brain of the Queen waving at us all with that famous royal wave and we cheered loudly, excited and uplifted by those fleeting of glimpses of our Queen. I also fondly remember the Silver Jubilee celebration we had in the village that year, although this memory was a little less well formed. Probably because what I do remember is that it rained and so the community celebrations moved into the Factory on the Green and I can remember some stalls and games inside. The factory was a very large and dominant building in the Village and its sometimes hard to remember how imposing it actually was.

Alongside those early memories was another constant for our family which we have continued to this day, that of listening to the Queen’s Christmas address. Throughout the years we have been fortunate to be able to continue the tradition of a family gathering at Christmas and the Queens address to the nation was a feature of it. I personally enjoyed it and felt she always spoke with great purpose. In a world that has at time seemed to have lost its bearings the Queen was a reassuring note of stability and for me it helped put the true meaning of Christmas in the spotlight.

It goes without saying that the death of someone who has been such a constant in all our lives is not dissimilar to the death of a friend or a family member, despite not having had the pleasure of such close company. She was an ever present constant in all our lives, in the background mostly but a reassuring presence, nevertheless. She gave us an assurance as to who we were, our history, our heritage and our belonging. Nothing is faultless, everything is fallible but regardless of opinions on monarchy, few people I ever encountered spoke ill of the Queen, all at least could recognise her sacrifice and her sense of duty to the Country, the Commonwealth, and people all over.

Her death brings a closure to a significant chapter in many lives. Few things stay the same but that does not mean the sense of loss is any less.

In my time living and representing the community of Markfield, Stanton and Field Head, I have known many, many people. Growing up here with such strong family linkages meant these people became part of your understanding of what a community is. In my 28 years as a local councillor much has changed, not least the number of people who I have known and are no longer alive, people who I still have fond and vivid memories of.

Looking forward is not always easy, but I have another important royal memory which we can all be proud of, and we should build on. Many years ago, the now King Charles paid Markfield a visit. He is possibly the first Royal to visit Markfield (certainly the only one to land a helicopter in the park) although King Edward VII (when he was also the prince of Wales in the 1880’s) was a regular visitor to Bradgate House of which just the ruins of Bradgate Stables remain and (as they are so close to the village) I guess we cannot rule out a visit (but we shall never know).

That day is firmly planted in my memory as I had the great honour and privilege to greet him on his arrival, present him with a tree and assist him in its planting on the community park. He was pleased to be doing so and joked with me about how long the tree might survive. It is still in the park today.

He was greeted that day by a crowd of happy people who all delighted in his presence amongst us. Everybody for that brief moment in time was smiling, a joy to behold. It seems fitting to me that as a community, we consider if we should name the Community Park which he visited after him.

This I believe would be a fitting tribute to our new King and something we can rightly claim as our proud moment in history.

May the Queen rest in peace and God save the King.

Matthew

Every single day I question my sanity and every single day, it has an alibi.

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Church of England unveils strategy to help rural churches THRIVE THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND has launched a 10-point strategy to help its thousands of rural churches survive and thrive.

The CofE has published How Village Churches Thrive, a practical guide to help the churches – many of them historic listed buildings with small congregations – have a sustainable future.

The strategy sets out 10 key areas “where applying relatively small changes can make a big difference to the revitalisation, recovery and renewal of our village churches, amplifying the efforts that may well be happening already.”

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Extend a warm welcome. Think carefully and objectively about who your welcome is aimed at.

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Make the most of life events – weddings, baptisms and funerals.

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Care for ‘God’s Acre.’ Engage the whole community in loving and caring for the churchyard.

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Be the ‘heartbeat’ of a village community. Your church could affect positive change in village life. Leading a community audit could be an important place to start.

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Celebrate your heritage. The history of the church buildings presents an opportunity for churches to connect with new people of all ages and backgrounds.

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Cultivate fruitful festivals. Festivals across the year provide ideal opportunities to celebrate, be innovative and creative, and – in partnership with schools, businesses and local groups – to welcome others of every age group.

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Welcome more children. Engaging with younger people is a priority for the CofE nationally – and village settings can offer great opportunities for creative ministry with children. Projects formed in partnership, especially with local schools, are most likely to thrive.

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Reach the isolated and lonely. Village churches are in ‘the perfect position’ to make a positive impact on isolation and loneliness.

10. Communicate effectively. Focused communication supports your parish vision and strategy and ensures that all your efforts have more chance of being effective.

Church House Publishing, who published the new guide, describe it as “Packed with practical advice and inspiring case studies to encourage and increase confidence in all who work or worship in a village church.”

I always take my wife morning tea in my pajamas, but is she grateful? . . . No, she says she’d rather have it in a cup.

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County Councillor’s Report from Peter Bedford Email: peter.bedford@leics.gov.uk • Tel: 01455 824733 • Web: www.facebook.com/peterbedfordmdt • www.twitter.com/PeterBedfordMDT

I HOPE THAT you have had a great summer and have enjoyed the superb weather we’ve been blessed with this year. Perhaps too hot at times?!

Desford Scarecrow Festival It wouldn’t have been an August Bank Holiday weekend, in our area, if we didn’t have Desford Scarecrow Festival.

It was great to join Leicestershire Deputy Lieutenant, Alison Smith, to present Laura and the Organising Committee with the ‘Queens Platinum Jubilee Business & Community Group’ Award. I want to Thank the Committee and the many volunteers for all they do in enabling this popular event to take place each year!

Cineworld Collapse WHILST MANY of us won’t necessarily visit Cineworld in Hinckley (I prefer to go to Vue at Meridian) its collapse does pose significant financial risks for Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.

Prior to 2019 the then Conservative Council attempted to sell off its ‘block’ at The Crescent (Hinckley) to reduce exposure to the risk of non payment by tenants.

The tenancy was already secured meaning that any risk of default by the cinema would have been borne by the private developer and NOT HBBC. Sadly this issue became hugely politicised and the incoming Lib Dem Council Administration decided not to sell off the block meaning that Cineworld’s collapse may well cost HBBC ratepayers significantly. I am personally absolutely infuriated by this state of affairs and have been pressing Councillors at HBBC for answers and assurances that the Authority is doing all it can to shield, already hard pressed taxpayers, from the effects of a potential default of the lease in Hinckley.

Surgery in Bagworth IN AUGUST I held another of my roving surgeries, this time in Bagworth.

I was joined by Borough Councillor Ozzy O’shea and several residents. We discussed a range of issues from Antisocial behaviour, through to speeding and parish council queries. If you would like to discuss or raise any local issues please do get in touch.

Peter Email: peter.bedford@leics.gov.uk • Tel: 01455 824733 • Web: www.facebook.com/peterbedfordmdt • www.twitter.com/PeterBedfordMDT

Trees & Plants cryptic clues

From Quiz Queen Sheila Fox 1. Result of burning?

2. Weeping one at a cricket ground?

3. Primate’s conundrum 4. Are you conkers about this tree?

5. Mr. Atkinson’s tree?

6. Magical lady with brown eyes?

7. Just an ordinary tree 8. Smarten up for this clue 9. The senior tree 10.Does a steer go fast to this plant?

11. It’s not me it’s…

12.Handy tree 13.These come in 2’s!

14.Noel’s tree 15.Container for shrubs 16.Animals keep warm with this 17.I’m yearning for this 18.Were you flogged by this?

19.Canada’s favourite tree 20.Are you stuck on the sand to get this clue?

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BLACKBERRY Vinegar Recipe

INGREDIENTS: 450g (1lb) blackberries, washed; 600ml (1 pint) white wine vinegar (other recipes use malt or cider, so you could use whichever is to hand; 300g (1lb) unrefined sugar.

METHOD: Place the blackberries in a bowl and cover with vinegar.

Allow the mixture to steep 7-10 days, covered. Then, pressing down with the back of a ladle or spoon, carefully mash the berries to release their juices. Strain the mixture, reserving the liquid.

Add the liquid to a saucepan. Bring to the boil, then cook at a boil for 8-10 minutes. Transfer to sterilized bottles and enjoy!

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George Cadbury – the chocolate man with a heart for welfare ONE HUNDRED years ago, on 24th October 1922, George Cadbury died. He had transformed his father’s failing chocolate and cocoa business into one of the world’s most successful companies and provided low-cost housing and improved working conditions for his employees.

George was the third son of John Cadbury, a Quaker who founded Cadbury’s cocoa and chocolate company. With his brother Richard, George took over the family business in 1861 and founded the chocolate producer Cadbury Brothers. But his consuming interest was in the welfare of his employees and others: having taught in an adult school he was aware that poor housing was a major problem.

One of his first moves was to relocate his factory to a greenfield site south-west of Birmingham with access to canals and the new railways. It was here that he later founded a Quaker higher educational institution – now the Woodbrooke Quaker Study Centre.

But apart from his chocolate he is best known for his creation of a rural factory village (designed by architect William Alexander Harvey), called Bournville after the nearby river Bourn. The houses – not exclusively for factory employees – were never privately owned, and they remain attractive and affordable to the present day: a huge change from the poor living conditions in town.

Cadbury was a keen proponent of Quaker values. In 1901 he bought the Daily News (later the News Chronicle), where he campaigned for improved working conditions and social security. He was prominent in setting up the Birmingham Civic Society in 1918, and he gave a country park to the people of Birmingham, as well as a large house to the Crippled Children’s Union to use as a hospital. It is now the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital.

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Ann is Fundraising Markfield DEFIBRILLATOR Cycling around Thornton Project and CPR Training Events Reservoir to support

SEPTEMBER UPDATE

Lymphoma Action

IT WAS A BUSY AND SUCCESSFUL EVENING ON TUESDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER • THE SECOND of two planned CPR Training Events was held at Markfield Community Centre...

Alan Bourne,Chair of Markfield Patients Group writes: “The event was extremely well attended by 40 people, well exceeding the number at the previous event in June.

“My thanks go to Ben Ryrie of the East Midlands Ambulance Service who demonstrated both the use of a defibrillator and how to perform CPR as well as answering lots of questions.

“My thanks also to Angela Berry who organised refreshments for both events.

“The events owe much to the efforts and unfailing enthusiasm of Robert Quiney (a Member of Markfield PPG). During the last year he has been closely involved with the installation of most of the new AEDs across Markfield - which will shortly total 10. A year ago we had just the one at the Co op.

“There are no immediate plans to hold further events, but Ben and the Project can advise on available training.”

SEPTEMBER is blood awareness month. To raise awareness, that every 27 minutes, a loved one or a friend is diagnosed with Lymphoma.

I am taking part in the September fundraiser ‘27 in 27’ by cycling 27 circuits of Thornton Reservoir throughout September.

Every penny raised in this event will support those who are diagnosed with Lymphoma and help them get the best possible support. I just want to say that it is never about how much someone donates as every little helps no matter how small the donation.

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Robert Quiney, PPG Member and Lead on the Markfield Defibrillator Project, writes: “With the chances of surviving a Cardiac Arrest falling by 10% a minute to almost nil after 10 minutes, the Project’s vital objective has been to ensure that as much as possible of the Markfield community is as close as possible to a Defibrillator (AED).

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Markfield’s Macmillan Coffee Morning is on Friday 30th September

“The area around the northern end of Chitterman Way and the Leicester Road has been a concern with the nearest AEDs being at the Coach and Horses, the Queen’s Head and the Post Office.

“At this month’s meeting, Markfield Parish Council gave their full approval to the Project’s proposal for a 24 hour access AED to be installed at Markfield Cemetery. The top quality AED and Cabinet, including its specialist installation will be backed by comprehensive funding support and generous donations from the community and a local business.

“The increase of 24 hour public access AEDs in the Markfield Parish area to 10 more than meets the original objectives of the Project. It is hard not to shout ‘Hooray!’

“In next month’s Herald I will thank all who have made this possible and look to the future. For now, with the help of the Parish Clerk, the aim is to ensure that this latest AED is up and running as soon as possible.”

Robert can be contacted via email at MarkfieldAEDProject@outlook.com

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OUR Cake & Coffee Morning - in support of Macmillan - will take place on Friday 30th September at The Residents’ Lounge, Willow Court, Upland Drive, Markfield between 10.30am and 12.30pm.

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Saturday 17 September Wise Words

Markfield Methodist Church

Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love and something to hope for.

Joseph Addison Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.

Buddha

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Heritage Open Days EACH SEPTEMBER thousands of volunteers across the country invite you to experience local history, architecture and culture. All for free.

Heritage Open Days runs 9-18 September 2022 The organisers of Heritage Open Days are deeply saddened by the news of the death of Her Majesty The Queen.

“As our longest serving monarch, a leader of integrity and a source of pride and inspiration for generations of people around the world, she’ll be deeply missed.

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South Charnwood High School ‘encouraging excellence, people’ South Charnwood Highvaluing School Headteacher: Simon Andrews ‘encouraging excellence, valuing people’ Deputy Headteacher: Abigail Allfree Assistant Headteachers: Kathryn Juszkiewicz, Christopher Peach, Callum Peake Headteacher: Simon Andrews Business Manager: Alistair Keates Deputy Headteacher: Abigail Allfree Assistant Headteachers: Kathryn Juszkiewicz, Christopher Peach, Callum Peake Business Manager: Alistair Keates

Lunchtime Supervisors We require, as soon as possible, Lunchtime Supervisors to join our team, who are responsible for the health and safety, wellbeing and security of children during the school lunch break.

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“Heritage Open Days (HODs) began on Friday 9 September, and after careful consideration, events will continue until Sunday 18 September. As England’s largest festival of history and culture, HODs offers people a chance to come together and mark all that is good about their communities.

“It is a grassroots festival, delivered by thousands of extraordinary individuals and organisations. We will support our event organisers to do what feels right for them, whether that is running their events as planned, or cancelling their activities.”

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I like to show my girlfriend who’s boss in our house by holding a mirror up to her face.

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What I think Markfield needs MARKFIELD is getting bigger and it could do with: •

a supermarket or Tesco Express

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a bigger medical centre which serves Bagworth, Thornton, Stanton-underBardon and Markfield

Then people would not waste petrol travelling miles for your shopping, etc.

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Markfield Community Library Opening Times Monday: 9-10 • 1-3 • 6-7 Tuesday: 9-10 • 1-3 Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 9-10 • 12.30-3 Friday: 9-10 • 1-3 Saturday: 10-12.30 Sunday: Closed

Hinckley & District Parkinson’s Group THE TREASURER of the group, Julie Bailey, has completed a sky dive from Langar Airfield, Nottinghamshire, to raise money for both Parkinson’s UK and the Motor Neurone Disease Team at the LOROS Hospice in Leicester.

Julie has worked for both organisations as a fully qualified complimentary therapist.

Over £2000 has already been raised for the charities. She found the sky-dive experience “amazing, exhilarating and thrilling”, jumping from the aircraft at 14,000 feet [strapped to an instructor], plunging in free fall for about 45 seconds at a speed of about 120mph towards the earth, “struggling a little to breathe”, before feeling the sudden uplift as the parachute opened to begin the drift down, “floating for about five minutes”, to the airfield where she landed safely.

Meanwhile the local Parkinson’s Group has been enjoying its regular meetings throughout the summer, plus a boat trip from Loughborough, an afternoon tea in Hinckley and visits to superb musicals at Kilworth House.

Our meetings continue into the autumn. Our ‘Challenge Parkinson’s’ weekly exercises at 3.00 at the St. Francis Centre; dance and singing sessions at Elmesthorpe Village Hall on Friday afternoons; our monthly ‘get togethers’ at Dobbies at Stapleton on September 19th from 2.00 in the Restaurant Conservatory; and our Nordic Walking on the third Thursday of the month at 11.00 from Acorns Café at Burbage Common.

We now have a monthly Carers Group on the third Tuesday each month at the same time as the exercise class. Various other events are being arranged too. We are definitely a busy group but we are always pleased to welcome new members, who often come along after reading articles like this one.

Trustees Wanted THORNTON COMMUNITY CENTRE CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF TRUSTEES. Thornton villagers will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of their Community Centre in 2023.

Active, forward-thinking people are needed to fill the role of Trustee to help shape the future of the Centre and make it a community resource to be proud of.

Why not come along to one of our meetings and see our plans for the future.

Check out the village website section titled Community Centre and Sports Hall for more information - https:// thorntonvillage.org/communitycentre-and-sports-hall/ Further details and contact numbers are available by emailing: thorntonvillage@aol.com

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For further information on any of our activities please contact Janet Kavanagh on 07932615233.

For Nordic Walking call Peter on 01455 636776.

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So don’t let Parkinson’s dictate how you live your life, come along and join the Hinckley Group and see the benefits for yourself.

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Why walking a small dog may win a woman’s heart MEN WHO WALK small dogs are seen as less threatening to women than men who walk large or even medium sized dogs.

Using cute little dogs to appeal to women is a well-known tactic on dating apps, but now scientists at the University of Jaen in Spain have found that even just walking a small dog can attract women to a man.

It seems when women see a man walking a small dog, they remain relaxed because they feel safe, and calm because they do not fear losing control of the situation.

And if the dog is really cute, then a conversation may even begin!

LEX COOK and his sister, Lily Cook, were both successful at the Scottish Open this month.

Lex got bronze for sparring and Lily got gold for patterns, both excellent achievements.

Dave Griffin

Thanks for nothing autocorrect, I’m never gonna get a girlfriend being a “homeless romantic”.

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Explore Thornton Reservoir and the beautiful Bricklayer’s Garden

Makeup Artist Imogen Demonstrates Her Skill IMOGEN HARTLEY, the daughter of one of our members, kindly stepped into the breach at our August meeting when our scheduled speaker was unable to attend; she is a makeup artist and agreed to demonstrate a makeover for a lucky member.

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AS THE NATION mourns the death of Her Majesty the Queen, the RAF Benevolent Fund would like to celebrate her life, and unwavering dedication to the country following a historic 70 years on the throne.

The Queen showed an inspirational sense of duty during her reign and, as the RAF Benevolent Fund’s Patron from 1952 until her death, provided endless support for those who served her country, including the RAF Family.Her Majesty tirelessly supported the Fund’s work for decades – with some highlights including the unveiling of the Fund’s Bomber Command Memorial in Green Park, London; visiting children at the Fund’s Airplay youth club at RAF Lossiemouth in 2014; viewing the RAF Benevolent Fund Garden at Chelsea Flower Show 2022; and the Patron’s Lunch on the Mall to celebrate The Queen’s 90th birthday, which RAF Benevolent Fund Ambassador Jacqui Thompson attended and said of The Queen’s appearance: “The sun came out for her and shined.”

The Queen demonstrated during her reign the true spirit of public service and integrity, and the significance of the military service. As Her Majesty poignantly once said: “I cannot lead you into battle. I do not give you laws or administer justice but I can do something else – I can give my heart and my devotion to these old islands and to all the peoples of our brotherhood of nations.”

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Agatha Christie’s Mousetrap IT WAS 70 years ago, on 6th October 1952, that the world premiere of Agatha Christie’s play, The Mousetrap, opened in Nottingham. It then opened in London on 25th November, and is still going, making it the world’s longestrunning play.

Originally a short radio play written as a birthday present for Queen Mary, it was broadcast in May 1947. The stage play, a murder mystery, has been performed more than 28,000 times – the only break being, because of the Covid pandemic, between 16th March 2020 and 17th May 2021 The play also made theatrical history by having an original “cast member” survive all the changes since its opening night. The late Deryck Guyler can still be heard, on a recording, reading the radio news bulletin in the play.

There have been many physical alterations, with the set being changed in 1965 and 1999, but one original prop survives – the clock above the fireplace in the main hall.

Christie regarded detective fiction as a distinctively moral genre because it deals with questions of guilt and justice that are at times almost theological.

The society and milieu of her stories are distinctively Christian. She was baptised into the Church of England and kept her mother’s copy of The Imitation of Christ – a spiritual handbook – by her bedside. Its flyleaf carried a quotation from Romans, beginning “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?”

At her memorial service in 1976, her publisher William Collins described her as having a “gentle Christian spirit”.

What’s the point of making people like Paul McCartney and Elton John knights if they’re not going to joust?

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Stock up on Jams & Pickles ... and help our heroes

September Saturday for Fundraising with Rose PLEASE SUPPORT Rose Blayney once again if you are able on Saturday 24th September 9.30-2.00pm at 30 Lawnwood Road, Groby LE6 0BH. Her garage is open for sales of many varieties of jam, marmalade, pickled onions, piccalilli etc.

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As many local people know, Mum takes no monies at all, and she has been supported greatly by Bradgate Stores, allotment owners and locals who have donated soft fruits and continued to collect clean jars, which has enabled her to continue this amazing fundraising effort.

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THIS IS THE autobiography of one of the nation’s favourite TV diet and fitness experts of the past 50 years.

Rosemary had nearly died as a child. Years later, having defied the odds and become a teenager, she discovered a medical report that said she was overweight.

That was the moment the young Rosemary Conley decided to change her life. After leaving school at 15, training as a secretary and working as a Tupperware dealer, Rosemary started her own slimming classes in 1972 with an investment of just £8.

In 1983 she published the first of 36 books that were to sell in their millions around the world, alongside millions more of her fitness videos, while also starring in her own TV shows on BBC and ITV. She became, in short, one of the most popular and successful diet and fitness experts the world has seen.

But Rosemary’s life was not to be one of unbounded achievement and success. As well as the good times there were dark and distressing times, and here she tells of the sorrows and setbacks that were to come – as well as the joy she found, and still finds, in helping people live healthier and happier lives.

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I’m pretty sure my dogs only sit in the window and watch me leave so they know when it is safe to sit on the couch.

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Forgive the WASPS - and learn to understand them

Hidden danger of gum disease

CHANCES ARE that you were irritated by wasps this summer – there were a lot of them about. But did you know what they were really looking for?

THIS WILL encourage you to brush your teeth: it seems that gum disease can increase your risk of developing mental health problems and other illnesses by more than a third.

According to Prof Seirian Sumner, a behavioural ecologist and entomologist at University College London, we should try to “understand what wasps want, and what they’re doing at certain times of the year.” In early and mid-summer “they’re not that interested in sugar, they want meat. The adults are vegetarian, but they hunt prey to feed to the larvae, who give them a sugary reward,” she says.

So say some researchers at the University of Birmingham, following a recent study of more than 64,000 patients with a history of gum disease. It was found that patients had a higher likelihood of developing depression, anxiety, autoimmune conditions such as arthritis, Type 1 diabetes or psoriasis, a skin condition.

They were also found to be more likely to have heart or blood problems or Type 2 diabetes.

“Then, when the larvae pupate [in late summer and early autumn], there’s fewer that need feeding, and they don’t need to hunt, so wasps are sort of furloughed. And then they go in search of sugar, usually in flowers. But your prosecco, or beer, or jam sandwich is just as appealing.”

One doctor pointed out that, sadly, “poor oral health is extremely common, both here in the UK and globally.”

And, “when oral ill-health progresses, it can lead to a substantially reduced quality of life.”

Her advice, then, is to distract wasps from yourself by offering them meat in early to mid-summer, and a saucer of cider or some jam on a lid in late summer and early autumn.

The study, one of the largest of its kind, was published in The BMJ.

Wise Words My grandfather told me that there are two kinds of people: those who do the work and those who take the credit. He told me to try to be in the first group; there was less competition there.

Sumner stresses that the world would be much worse off without wasps: they are excellent at pest control and are also fine pollinators.

Indira Gandhi All truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident.

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Arthur Schopenhauer

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Four worms

A MINISTER decided that a visual demonstration would add emphasis to his Sunday sermon on temperance.

So four worms were placed into four separate jars. The first worm was put into a container of alcohol. The second was put into a container of cigarette smoke.

The third was put into a container of chocolate syrup, and the fourth worm was put into a container of good clean soil.

At the conclusion of the sermon, the Minister reported the following results: The first worm in alcohol . . . dead. The second worm in cigarette smoke . . .dead. Third worm in chocolate syrup . . . dead.

The fourth worm in good clean soil . . . alive. So, the minister asked his congregation, “What did you learn from this demonstration?”

There was silence, until one farmer at the back hazarded: “That as long as you drink, smoke and eat chocolate, you won’t have worms?”

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Getting out of bed in the morning always gave me a headache until I tried it feet first.

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Thoughts on the Coronation & Jubilee

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THE FOLLOWING LETTER was sent in by Markfield resident Margaret Pike in July - and was intended for the August issue of The Herald. Unfortunately, the hand-written letter was accidentally misplaced and omitted from last month’s issue. Following the sad news of Queen Elizabeth’s death, it feels even more poignant now. We are delighted to be able to include it in this month’s magazine. We hope you enjoy reading it.

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The ones I’d never ask?

Why do cookies make suggestions Intruding on each task?

Why does ev’ry Tom and Harry Assume my phone is smart -

HE YOUNGER people in Markfield village will not be expected to remember Coronation Day 1953.

However, those of us of later years may recall that the weather then was just the same as for our Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June 2022 - rather cold and wet.

Mr Bill Geary - with his new cine camera - made a film capturing all the people and children lining Main Street, Markfield with their flags, macs, rain hoods and wellies in June 1953.

My dad was lucky to be given a television set on his retirement - a leaving gift just in time for Coronation special viewing.

We actually got the set working - they were rather delicate in those days and sometimes needed a good thump to re-start a programme.

Our Coronation evening was spent in the Markfield Institute, which is now replaced by houses. I think Mr Jim Mee gave us a song which was very popular at the time called ‘In a Golden Coach’.

That it’s something I must carry An inch beside my heart?

I prefer to store my files

Perhaps, even in this day and age it summons up what we think of our Queen, both at her Coronation and in her Jubilee year.

But that is not allowed

I have remembered the words, so I hope they are right!

I do not own my software

They go ten thousand miles

In a golden coach, there’s a heart of gold Driving through old London town

To somewhere called a ‘cloud’.

Whatever my intent It’s somewhere up aloft there, And I must pay a rent.

With the sweetest Queen the world’s ever seen

The modern world is bumpy

Wearing her golden crown.

Of course, our neighbours seized the opportunity for a free viewing. All was happy in the lounge full of people but Mum decided that they should all be fed. I had no option but to make sandwiches, therefore missing a lot of the Coronation ceremony.

As she drives in state through the palace gate

The magnificent Golden Coach was a wonderful sight at both the Coronation procession and Jubilee parade.

The Queen always said how uncomfortable it was to ride in. We enjoyed the sight though.

That belongs to you and me.

Her beauty the whole world will see In a golden coach there’s a heart of gold

And hard to navigate It often makes me grumpy Despairing of my fate; And frequently – each hour I ask the question why Computers have such power O’er folk like you and I?

Margaret Pike, Markfield

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I‘d call my fashion style “clothes that still fit.”

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Planning Apps Two storey side extension (following demolition of garage and study room), single storey rear extension, new pitched roof to replace flat roof to front elevation and alterations to front dormer window - at 62 Main Street, Thornton, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 1AG. Erection of three 3 bedroom, 2 storey dwellings, one 6 bedroom House of Multiple Occupation, extension to existing bungalow, widening of access driveway - at 314A Station Road, Bagworth, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 1BN. Single storey rear extenson (to replace conservatory) Single storey garage to front and two storey side extension to rear of ex property revised scheme 3 - at 14 The Hawthorns Markfield Leicestershire LE67 9SS Proposed construction of two storey dwellinghouse - at Land Rear Of 237 Main Street, Thornton, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 1AH. Proposed 98 bed hotel with leisure facility & spa (Class C1) (outline - access to be considered only) - at Forest Hill Golf & Country Club, Markfield Lane, Botcheston, Leicestershire LE9 9FH. Proposed part change of use of agriculural site to children’s educational facility - at Land South East Of Markfield Lane, Thornton, Leicestershire.

Markfield & Thornton Theatre Group’s Next Production is ...

Services at Trinity Methodist Church Markfield

‘THREE FOR ALL’ Three One Act Plays

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Sunday 18th September CTiM United Service 10.30 a.m. Morning worship with Holy Communion

WE ARE DELIGHTED to bring you news of our forthcoming productions in October!

Sunday 25th September Harvest Festival - Supporting “Starfish Malawi” 10.30 a.m. Morning worship 6.00 p.m. Taize Prayer

When selecting plays, we always try to consider how best to please our audiences whilst, at the same time, maintaining the MTTG tradition of presenting worthwhile productions which are entertaining, amusing and possibly thought-provoking as well as challenging in part!

Sunday 2nd October 10.30 a.m. Morning worship

In October, we will present “THREE FOR ALL” – a selection of One Act Plays which , together, offer variety and create an entertaining evening of drama!

Sunday 9th October 10.30 a.m. Morning worship Sunday 16th October 10.00 a.m. CTiM United Service at St. Wilfrid’s, Coalville

Three of our gentleman members have stepped up to the mark to act as directors – David Woodward, Wayne Roberts and Tadeusz Dobrowolski.

David’s choice is “Cafe Fear” , described as a tragi-comedy and written

by Paul John Matthews. Synopsis:- Two newspaper reporters are following up reports that a patient has escaped from a local secure hospital. They stop off at a café to ask directions but soon realise that they are in a very strange place.

Wayne has chosen “Joining The Club”- a comedy by the prolific and popular author David Tristram. Synopsis:- This is the night that Jenny, a highly successful career woman who is unexpectedly expectant, plans to reveal the results of her home pregnancy test to her husband, Tom. But he has some startling news of his own...

The third Play, “Alright on the Night?”, written by Robin Wilson and chosen by Tadeusz, will, he promises us, end the evening with a smile.

Synopsis:- It’s the dress rehearsal for the Downcot Players’ production, but one stage exit has been blocked by the WI and the Stage Manager has decided to concentrate on his acting. Not to mention the elderly actor who wanders off altogether...

Please Note: The plays are not suitable for younger children.

The plays will be performed at THORNTON COMMUNITY CENTRE from WEDNESDAY 5th October to Saturday 8th October at 7.30 p.m. nightly.

Tickets, priced at £6, are AVAILABLE ON 07983 669689 or EMAIL: mttg. theatre@gmail.com

Bring Your Own Nibbles & Drinks The audience will be seated at tables, and you are welcome to bring your own nibbles and drinks. We do hope that you will come along to support your local Group. Your custom is very much valued.

Music Cafe Thursday 22nd September, 13th October, 27th October If you feel the need of a change of scenery & a bit of company - don’t be on your own. Why not join us in the Methodist Church for an afternoon of music, singing and friendship - with refreshments, at 2 o’clock on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month.

For more information please contact Linda on 01530 242607.

We extend a warm welcome to everyone to join us for worship and all our church activities.

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Mablethorpe Children‘s Home ~ A Poem by Paul Tuff ~ Let me tell you about the Mablethorpe Home I went there when I was ten I‘ve been on many holidays since But nothing quite like it then.

I was specially chosen to go there Looking back, it seems quite sad As you only qualified by being poor Or missing a Mum or Dad. The first morning after breakfast Over the sand dunes we did run Then - there it was in front of us The sand, the sea, the sun.

The smiles on our little faces Outshone the sun that day We were having a smashing time On our fortnights holiday.

As night time fell upon the home Another treat was in store We all lined up in single file Along the main corridor.

Bread and dripping was being served Large mugs of cocoa as well Althought it‘s been more than fifty years I can still remember that smell.

I‘ll never forget that holiday The first one on my own When I went away a ten year old But came back fully grown.

Mediterranean Fish Bake This is a great one-pan dish full of fresh flavour.

Monkfish is quite pricey but the meaty flesh is delicious and bakes really well, however you can replace it with cod loin, salmon steaks or thick pieces of haddock fillet if you prefer. Serve with a green salad and warmed ciabatta bread to mop up all the lovely herb and lemon flavoured pan juices.

Serves: 2 Ready in: 50 mins Ingredients • 2 tbsp olive oil (choose a good quality fruity one) • 350g small new potatoes, halved • 1 red pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks • 1 yellow pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks • 1 green pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks • 225g small plum tomatoes, halved • 4 monkfish fillets (each weighing about 150g) • 50g butter, softened • Pared rind and juice from 1 small lemon, plus extra wedges to serve • 1 tbsp fresh chopped oregano • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas Mark 6.

Place the oil in a large non-stick roasting tin and heat in the oven for 5 minutes. Add the potatoes to the tin and toss to coat in the hot oil. Roast for 20 minutes, turning once.

2. Add the peppers and tomatoes to the roasting tin and toss to coat in the hot oil. Make a space in the tin and add the monkfish fillets. Return the roasting tin to the oven for 10 minutes.

3. Dot the butter over the fish fillets and sprinkle over the lemon rind, juice and oregano.

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and roast for a further 5-10 minutes until the fish is just cooked through and the potatoes and peppers are tender.

4. Slice each monkfish fillet and arrange with the potatoes, peppers and tomatoes on four warmed serving plates. Spoon over the pan juices and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

TIP Replace the peppers with sliced courgettes, chunks of celery and baby button mushrooms, if liked.

Table Top Sale in Ratby Book Your Table Now! Don’t miss the Table Top Sale on Saturday 8th October from 10am-1pm at Ratby Parish Church & Church rooms.

The cost for renting a table is £8.

If you wish to book a table or require further information please contact Joan Hawkins tel: 07545 909868 or Anne Koscielska tel: 07813 645923.

Refreshments will be available in church rooms.

Phil Durham

01530 231928 Mob: 07535 182402 290 Station Road BAGWORTH LE67 1BN

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2 CARPETS FOR £50

Sorry I said “You’ll Do” instead of “I Do” at our wedding.

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Thornton Teas with a Twist – 3Ts

Catholic Church Of St Wilfrid Of York

Wednesday afternoon teas, chat, games for all!

53 London Road, Coalville, LE67 3JB 01530 832098

FOLLOWING ON from the Jubilee tea there will be free social afternoons at Thornton Community Centre twice a month on Wednesdays until December. If this new venture proves successful, we hope to continue in the New Year.

The first two will be on 14th and 28th September from 2 to 4 pm, with scones jam and cream on 14th. All no charge.

Everyone is invited to drop in for a cuppa, cake and chat. Jig saws, and board games will be provided and a book swap and freebie table.

There will be toys available for young families.

It’s your afternoons. Meet new friends, exchange ideas, learn new skills or just come for the company.

Just pop in and spend some time in happy surroundings.

A huge thank you to the Community Centre trustees for the room hire and start up donation.

If you would like to help with these Wednesdays, even for just the odd one, please do let me know.

Organised by the village for the villagers.

For more information contact me, Shirley, on 01530 230 422 or email shirley.garlick19@btinternet.com

Dear Friends, AS I WRITE this, we’re deeply saddened by the news of the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II.

WINTER FAYRE Thursday 3rd November 6-9pm at Lingdale Golf Club, Joe Moore’s Lane, Woodhouse Eaves, Loughborough, Leics.LE12 8TF.

But there was also something else. The Queen spoke of her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, as “her strength and stay”, and she has also been a “strength and stay” for us. She has been a steady point in a rapidly changing, scary world, and for many of us, the only monarch we’ve known.

I guess I’m not the only one who might get my pronouns muddled up in the National Anthem at the moment!

The Queen has been able to steady us this way, because she knew herself loved by God. Our new King shows every sign of being able to do the same, for the same reason. May we support our new King as he starts his reign, while mourning for his much-loved mother. May we also all know we are known and loved by God, and be a “strength and stay” for others in these troubled times.

Judith Lincoln Minister, Trinity Methodist Church, Markfield www.markfieldmethodistchurch.org FB Markfield Methodist Church

Local Church Services DATE

CHURCH

TIME

SERVICE

18 September 22

St Michaels and All Angels, Markfield

10.30am

CTIM at Methodist Church

St Peter's, Copt Oak

3.00pm

Holy Communion

25 September 22

28 August 22

2 October 22

Free entry and parking with a raffle raising funds for Rainbows.

Browse amongst stalls selling a range of lovely goods and confectionery.

The bar will be open serving drinks and snacks.

Tuesday 4 October at 7 pm in Markfield Community Congregational Church, Main St. Please note the change of day (Tuesday, not Wednesday) but same venue. You are all very welcome to come along and join us.

Whatever our background, wherever we stand politically, people of any faith or none, are united in grief for this remarkable woman. Not surprising as she had a record-breaking reign, lived out her faith with integrity, and was the nation’s favourite GreatGrandma.

St Peter's, Thornton

LINGDALE

Markfield Village Mass:

9 October 22

St Mary's, Stanton under Bardon St Michaels and All Angels, Markfield

10.30am

Morning Prayer

10.30am

J22 Worship with Holy Communion

6.00pm

Holy Communion

St Peter's, Copt Oak

6.00pm

Evening Prayer

St Peter's, Thornton

10.30am

Holy Communion

St Mary's, Stanton under Bardon

10.30am

‘Something Different’ service

St Michaels and All Angels, Markfield

3.00pm

Holy Communion

St Peter's, Copt Oak

6.00pm

Evening Prayer

St Peter's, Thornton

10.30am

Holy Communion

St Mary's, Stanton under Bardon

10.30am

Something Different Service

St Michaels and All Angels, Markfield

10.30am

J22 Worship (Harvest)

St Peter's, Copt Oak

6.00pm

Holy Communion

St Peter's, Thornton

10.30am

All Age Service (Harvest)

St Mary's, Stanton under Bardon

10.30am

Holy Communion

St Michaels and All Angels, Markfield

10.30am

St Peter's, Copt Oak

3.00pm

St Peter's, Thornton

10.30am

St Mary's, Stanton under Bardon

10.30am

Holy Communion Praise Service (Service of the Word) J22 Worship with Holy Communion Morning Prayer

Sunday Masses: Saturday 6 pm and Sunday 10 am upto and including the weekend of 1st and 2nd October. Please see Parish Newsletter on the website below for Mass times and venues thereafter.

Weekday Masses: Monday and Thursday at 10 am in the Oratory in the presbytery upto and including Thursday 6th October. Please see Parish Newsletter on the website below for Mass times, days and venues thereafter.

St Wilfrid’s and Holy Cross Parishes joining together: There will be an important meeting between parishioners of St Wilfrid’s, Coalville and Holy Cross, Whitwick, at Holy Cross Parish Hall, Parsonwood Hill, Whitwick, LE67 5AT on Monday 19th September at 7.30 pm. Please try to come along to this meeting at which all Mass times and venues will be agreed.

Sacrament of Reconciliation: You can book an appointment with Fr Gabriel to celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation. Please call the presbytery to book an appointment – 01530 832098.

Parish Contact: Parish Priest: Fr Gabriel Offor – 01530 832098 www.stwilfspriest@ gmail.com Parish Website: www. stwilfscoalville.blogspot.co.uk School Details: St Clare’s RC Primary School, Coalville: 01530 837747 www. st-clares.leics.sch.uk De Lisle RC College, Loughborough: 01509 268739 www.delisle.leics.sch.uk Churches Together in Markfield United Services: Sunday 18 September at 10.30 am at Trinity Methodist Church, Main St. Christian Aid Coffee Morning: Saturday 17 September, 10 am to 12 noon, at the Trinity Methodist Church. Toasted teacakes, tombola, Red stall and cake stall.

Everyone is most welcome.

Village Contact: Margaret on 01530 243292 or Gwen on 01530 813422

I’m starting a sarcasm club. It would mean the world to me if you joined.

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Be kind to hedgehogs THE LATEST State of Britain’s Hedgehogs report warns that between 30 per cent and 75 per cent of the UK’s population of hedgehogs has been lost in rural areas in the last two decades. The largest falls are in the eastern half of England.

However, there is some evidence that in our towns and cities, a more stable population may be establishing itself, thanks to the constant help from considerate gardeners and animal-lovers. If you have a garden, and would like to help hedgehogs this coming winter, please visit: https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/wildlife/animals/hedgehogs/ garden

First day back at school IT WAS THE first day of school. As the new Head made his rounds, he heard a terrible commotion coming from one of the classrooms.

He rushed in and spotted one boy, taller than the others, who seemed to be making the most noise. He seized the lad, dragged him to the hall, and despite his protests, told him to wait there until he was excused.

Returning to the classroom, the Head restored order and lectured the class about the importance of good behaviour. “Now,” he said, “are there any questions?”

One girl stood up timidly. “Please sir,” she asked, “May we have our teacher back?”

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South Charnwood High School ‘encouraging excellence, people’ South Charnwood Highvaluing School Headteacher: Simon Andrews ‘encouraging excellence, valuing people’ Deputy Headteacher: Abigail Allfree Assistant Headteachers: Kathryn Juszkiewicz, Christopher Peach, Callum Peake Headteacher: Simon Andrews Business Manager: Alistair Keates Deputy Headteacher: Abigail Allfree Assistant Headteachers: Kathryn Juszkiewicz, Christopher Peach, Callum Peake Business Manager: Alistair Keates

Facilities Assistants - 3G Pitch and Lettings (Casual hours that can fit around other commitments) We are looking for Facilities Assistants who will be part of our Premises Team, supporting afterschool 3G pitch and whole school lettings.

The role will involve opening and shutting the site, assisting with the setting up of facilities, clearing of pitches, ensuring the area is kept clean and free of litter and liaising with and assisting users.

The hours of work will fall between the times of Monday to Friday between 4:45pm and 10:00pm and Saturday and Sunday between 8:45 am and 6:15pm. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to work within the community. These are casual hours and can fit around other commitments.

Rate of pay is £9.79 to £9.89 per hour.

If you are interested in this role, please see the school website at www.southcharnwood.leics.sch.uk for an information pack and application form. Alternatively, telephone 01530 242351 or email: hcarnan@southcharnwood.org As this job is designated as a ‘regulated activity’ an enhanced DBS check with Barred list check is essential ‘South Charnwood High School – Committed to Safeguarding Children and Young People’ Broad Lane, Markfield, Leicestershire LE67 9TB. Tel: 01530 242351 Email: office@southcharnwood.org A company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales with company number 08423539 Broad Lane, Markfield, Leicestershire LE67 9TB. Tel: 01530 242351 Email: office@southcharnwood.org A company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales with company number 08423539

Who invented the brush they put next to the toilet? That thing hurts!

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Markfield Community and Sports Centre News Tel: 01530 242240 • www.markfieldcommunitycentre.com • Words & pictures from Ron & Dawn Grantham

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Celebration Sunflower Challenge SOME LOVELY photographs are now starting to come in showing residents efforts in growing sunflowers in response to our Ukraine fund raising appeal.

Despite the scorching and dry weather, it is quite amazing that they have survived and grown. I have to say that mine were a dismal failure despite all my best efforts to keep them alive. Well done to those who have swonderful ubmitted their photographs and if you still have photographs to send us, please do so as we will be announcing the winner in the next edition of the Herald.

Community Park IT HAS BEEN really nice to see our local residents enjoying the Community Park over the summer holidays.

Even though the grass became scorched and rather brown children, parents and residents enjoyed the open space playing, walking and even having a few picnics on the park. The vast majority of people have been well behaved and have respected this wonderful public space. Sadly a few morons have not behaved so well. Apart from breaking down some tree branches, littering and “uprooting” and tipping over of waste bins some mindless individual had found it funny to daub the pathways with what can only be described as offensive and obscene graffiti. It is too obscene to publish in the Herald. Why do this?

The Parish Council has expended a lot of funding and effort to create this wonderful open space in the village to be enjoyed by all. Having spoken to many people they are all appalled by this mindless criminal and offensive damage to a much-appreciated village resource. To whoever did this, be aware that this has been reported to the Police and an apology would be appreciated though I doubt if one will be forthcoming!!

Mayflower Club ON THE 3RD August Jane Hayward came along to give a talk about the importance of taking care of your feet.

I think that we tend to forget our feet until something goes wrong. Bad foot care can lead to pain, ill health and affect your mobility. Indeed, one of our members was overjoyed when he took up an appointment with Jane and he was full of praise stating that it was like “walking on clouds” after he had the treatment. So, the message is “Look after your feet” and don’t ignore any problems.

Members thought that it would be nice that to mark the planting of the Queens’s Platinum Celebration Silver Birch tree by resident and club member Pat Fossey. So, members clubbed together to get a special commemoration plaque made for her. On a hot afternoon whilst sheltering under the shadow of a tree, members watched as Pat unveiled her special plaque made by local resident Mac. It was made even more special as Pat was about to celebrate her 94th birthday.

On the 17th August we had a music quiz based on British television programme themes from the 1950’s through to the 1970’s. It is amazing how we all remember the tunes but for the life of us cannot recall the programme.

Still, it was a bit of fun as well as a journey down memory lane.

On the 24th August we held our now annual end of summer BBQ. Once again, the theme was “Pirates of the Caribbean” with members dressed up as swarthy buccaneers. Members were treated to a BBQ of chicken, burgers and sausages with coleslaw and potato salad. Desserts consisted

of fruit salad, Jamaica Ginger and other cakes washed down with a special Caribbean punch or tropical fruit juice. For entertainment we had a background of Caribbean steel drum music whilst members pondered over some Pirate jokes and a pirate picture quiz. Instead of “walking the plank” members took the Pirate challenge which consisted of trying to at a pineapple slice suspended from above with their hands behind their backs. I must also mention one of our members Gabriella who knitted a fabulous pirate doll which was awarded Shirley the winner of the Pirate Challenge.

On the 31st August we all went along to the Bull’s Head at Abbots Oak for a nice lunch. It was great to enjoy a cooked lunch whilst having a natter with all our friends. Thanks go to Carole for arranging the lunch, Helen for doing the free raffle and of course the staff who, once again, made us feel most welcome.

Members of our Arts and Crafts club have nearly completed their ponchos with wonderful results.

The tutors are now turning their minds to create Christmas items and decorations so. If you would like to join in just turn up on Monday afternoons.

It costs only £2 per sessions and materials are provided.

From talking to local residents there appears to be many people out there who are experiencing loneliness and isolation. If you one of these people or you know someone who is the Mayflower Club is just the place for you. Give it a try. All our members are most welcoming and you will enjoy meeting new friends, having a natter and getting out of your home on a regular basis. If you want a chat about the club and how it can help you, please give us a call on 01530 242240. Many of our current members will also tell you how the club has been a blessing and how much they appreciate it.

If you are interested in joining in the Mayflower Club meets on Wednesday afternoons and our Friendship and Arts and Crafts Clubs meet on Monday afternoons all from 2pm to 4pm. Just turn up on the day and you will be most welcome. It only costs £2 per session and you get a cuppa and biscuits.

Markfield Good Neighbour’s Scheme – Donations For Food Bank THE CURRENT financial and energy crisis is starting to bite and the winter may prove extremely difficult for many people and families.

With this in mind, we have started to collect donated items which we will deliver to Coalville food bank to help with their supplies. If you have any donations of non-perishable food or other items, please drop them off at the centre or call us on 07885 243033.

National Blood Service Dates 26th October • 21st December • Sessions are from 11.30am to 9pm

Booking the Centre FOR BOOKINGS AND ENQUIRIES please contact Markfield Community and Sports Centre,Mayflower Close, Markfield LE67 9ST on 01530 242240 or email markfieldcomunitycentre@hotmail.co.uk or you can visit our website www.markfield communitycentre.com to view our facilities, latest news, photo gallery and information about the Centre.

Ron and Dawn Grantham

I bet the sheep that make steel wool are awesome.

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South Charnwood High School ‘encouraging excellence, people’ South Charnwood Highvaluing School

FREE Counselling Service HOSPICE HOPE is delighted to announce that it has expanded its popular counselling service and will now be delivering additional counselling hours at the Marlene Reid Centre, Coalville, in addition to the counselling sessions it provides at Hope House, Griffydam.

The expansion of our counselling service has been made possible by grants awarded by the Hinckley and Rugby Building Society and the ‘Getting Help in Neighbourhoods Fund Adult Mental Health & Wellbeing Fund’, which is managed by the Leicestershire and Rutland Community Foundation.

Telephone counselling hours have also been increased through these funds, offering more people the option to access counselling in their own homes.

Hospice Hope’s Charity Manager, Jim Vickrage, commented, “Counselling gives individuals the chance to address their problems in a positive way by helping to clarify issues, explore options, develop strategies and increase self-awareness. We are delighted to be able to grow this valuable service as it delivers support direct to people who need it”.

Hospice Hope is now offering 20 hours of free face to face or telephone counselling each week, supporting individuals in North West Leicestershire who have a condition that leads to a reduction in quality of life or who have been diagnosed with a life limiting condition, as well as offering support to their partner or carer.

To find out more about the charity, all our support services, and how you may be able to help us continue our invaluable work please contact Hospice Hope at jim@hospicehope.org.uk, visit our website at www. hospichope.org.uk or call us on 07935 800 658.

Hospice Hope is a registered charity, number 1169561.

Be entertained at the Ratby Church Harvest Supper

Headteacher: Simon Andrews ‘encouraging excellence, valuing people’ Deputy Headteacher: Abigail Allfree Assistant Headteachers: Kathryn Juszkiewicz, Christopher Peach, Callum Peake Headteacher: Simon Andrews Business Manager: Alistair Keates Deputy Headteacher: Abigail Allfree Assistant Headteachers: Kathryn Juszkiewicz, Christopher Peach, Callum Peake Business Manager: Alistair Keates

Site Manager Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week) Grade 10 - £29,208 progressing to £32,808 per annum (pay award pending) Required, as soon as possible, a confident, conscientious and selfmotivated individual to take overall responsibility for the whole school site and its facilities and resources in order to provide a high quality, cost effective, and efficient service that directly supports the learning and working environment for all.

If you have experience of site management or premises work, have dealt with contractors and undertaken a supervisory role, we would love to hear from you.

Please see the school website at www.southcharnwood.leics. sch.uk for an information pack and application form. Alternatively, telephone 01530 242351 or email: hcarnan@southcharnwood.org As this job is designated as a ‘regulated activity’ an enhanced DBS check with Barred list check is essential Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Tuesday 20th September 2022 Interviews: w/c 26th September 2022 ‘South Charnwood High School – Committed to Safeguarding Children and Young People’ Broad Lane, Markfield, Leicestershire LE67 9TB. Tel: 01530 242351 Email: office@southcharnwood.org A company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales with company number 08423539 Broad Lane, Markfield, Leicestershire LE67 9TB. Tel: 01530 242351 Email: office@southcharnwood.org A company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales with company number 08423539

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COME AND join us at our Harvest Supper to be held in the Church on Saturday 2nd October.

As well as a “bring and share” supper we will be entertained by the TUDOR CHOIR (Musical Director, Judy Dodd). The choir will be singing a selection of popular songs including songs from the musicals. The choir will entertain us from 6-30pm to 7-30pm. This then will be followed by the finger buffet.

Tea/coffee and juices will be available but feel free to bring your own bottle if you wish.There is no charge for this event although you will be able to leave a donation towards our Clock repairs if you choose For further information or to book a place please contact Anne Koscielska tel: 07813 645923.

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Hasta la vista in Bagworth SATURDAY 27TH AUGUST saw the welcome return of what has become a Bagworth institution – the Bagworth Show.

Now the Local Government Association (LGA), which represents councils in England and Wales, is calling for a change in the law. It argues that HGVs should use only specialist navigation tools designed to keep them on wider roads.

It was good to hold this event this year and once again see exhibitors who have become old friends.

Sadly, due to the two year break and also the effects of the very hot weather on vegetables, fruit and flowers, some of the classes were not as full of produce as they are normally. Nevertheless, the people who attended appeared to have a good time and there was a friendly atmosphere in the Community Centre throughout the day.

The call comes following a series of incidents involving HGVs in impossible places. One lorry was determined to get under a tiny bridge in Leicestershire, but instead shut the road for 12 hours. Another lorry nosed itself deep into a narrow street in Bristol, and was stuck for 15 hours. A third lorry tackled a very narrow railway bridge in Swindon, and crashed, causing hours of delay to numerous trains and dozens of cars.

The Bagworth Forward Group (BFG) who organised the event managed to raise about £750, which will be used to enhance the life of the village.

On the day, 22 cups and trophies were available to be won. The Adrian Smith Trophy for Best in Show was presented to Dave Gammon.

The limerick competition, where the first line is given, was won by Andy with the following entry:

A lass came to Bagworth in May Or ‘Bag’uth’ as the locals do say She tried to talk proper But villagers did stop her And told her to “please go away”.

We were sorry that the Dog Show had to be cancelled.

HAVE YOU ever come across a huge lorry jammed tight somewhere, and wondered WHY ON EARTH the driver chose that route?

The answer is probably that they used a satnav system designed to help cars.

This began in 2002. Sadly in 2020 and 2021, the Show had to be cancelled due to restrictions around the pandemic.

The trophy for the Best Allotment was won by Richard Kind. The winners of the best front gardens in the village were 10 Main Street (large) and 5 Meadow Close (small).

How to stop lorries getting stuck

If anyone has any bright ideas for events that could take place on Show Day on the field next to Sure Start - or, better still - if someone would like to organise an event in that area, then please contact Rob on 01530 230395 or Bob at austininbagworth@gmail.com.

Thanks go to everyone who, in whatever way, helped to contribute to the success of the day. If you attended the event and enjoyed it, or if you didn’t attend and you want to see what an amazing event it is, we will return in 2023 on Saturday 26th August.

You are warmly encouraged to attend.

Bob Austin

Councillor David Renard, LGA transport spokesman, said: “The spate of accidents we continue to see, on an all too regular basis, is causing major disruption to local communities.”

Henry Ford’s secret ...

When the late Mr and Mrs Henry Ford celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, a reporter asked them: “To what do you attribute your fifty years of successful married life?”

“The formula,” said Ford, “is the same formula I have always used in making cars – just stick to one model.”

Whenever I have a headache, I take two aspirins and keep away the children, like the bottle says.

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Borough Councillor

Andy Furlong’s

UPDATE

In a further twist, I receive an email from my new friend at Orbit advising me that it would be Tel: 01530 231377 • Email: andy.furlong@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk necessary to serve a legal notice on the tenant who would be allowed 28 days to respond.

The Andy sun continued to blaze down. Nothing is happening and the worried neighbours are back Borough Councillor Furlong’s UPDATE

me that it would be necessary to serve a legal notice on FROM MY REGULAR conversations with local people, it’s in touch. the tenant be allowed 28 days to respond. The sun continued to From my regular conversations with local people, it's who clear would that anger, and frustration with clear that anger, and frustration with many aspects of down.

Nothing is happening the worried neighbours are of back in many decade. aspects of British life over last holiday decade. weekend, Much of this canand be On has the increased Sundayblaze of thethe bank I sent a linked pithy email to Orbit’s ‘Head Property’ British life has increased over the last touch.

to the big scary issues like climate change, COVID-19, Brexit, overdevelopment, andMy theinbox was bombarded with a surge demanding that he stop hiding behind bureaucracy.

Much of this can be linked to the big scary cost-of-living issues like climate change, crisis that confronts Herald replies. readers.

But sometimes the holiday little things thathandwringing On the Sunday of later theit's bank weekend, I sent a pithy email Orbit’s of out of office Two days I receive another email fromtoOrbit COVID-19, Brexit, overdevelopment, and the cost-of-living crisis really get to people.

The that simple things that‘Head turnout toProperty’ be horribly complicated.

Thehe anger, of demanding that stop behindup bureaucracy.

Myof tellingget me that my request was ‘Illegal’. I begin to wonder hiding if I’ve woken in an episode confronts Herald readers. But sometimes it’sand thefrustration little things that really get very real; because the problem is - bombarded quite literally -with in your own backyard. inbox was a surge of out of office replies. Two days later ‘Yes Minister’? to people. The simple things that turnout to be horribly complicated. The I receive another has ais happy ending.

Bear- with me and I will explain. anger, and frustration get very real; becauseThis thestory problem - quite literally handwringing Then boom! Out of the blue Iemail receive in your own backyard.

Last month I wrote about the fires in Bradgate Park, and the risk posed by the extreme hot a joyous phonefrom call Orbit from telling the me weather. several residents in Stanton under Bardon to contact me This story has a happy ending. Bear with me and I My willscribblings explain. prompted that my request was resident raised the about a fire hazard that was much who closeroriginally to home. I'll keep the details vague to protect ‘Illegal’.

I begin to Last month I wrote about the fires in Bradgate Park, and the risk posed issue.

The grass had been cut by everyone involved, but the tale goes like this. wonder if I’ve woken by the extreme hot weather. My scribblings prompted several residents in working two men on Orbit’s behalf. a situation your next-door neighbour been unable to keep their back up in an has episode of Stanton under Bardon to contact me about aPicture fire hazard thatwhere was They much did an excellent job and the garden in good shape.

The grass is now waist and tinder dry. To make matters worse, ‘Yes deep Minister’? closer to home. I’ll keep the details vague to protect everyone involved, but operation took just couple the garden backs onto a whole well-used public footpath.

Theasun is blazing down. One stray the tale goes like this.

Then boom!

Outhas of have hours.

Threeincident. long hot weeks cigarette end and we could a major of the blue I receive Picture a situation where your next-door neighbour has been unable to passed since the matter had first thatdeep the property was owned a joyous phoneand callrented by Orbit Housing. keep their back garden in good shape. The Inquiries grass is revealed now waist and in question to from Orbit’s and Formerly council house,been it wasdrawn transferred to Orbit under arrangements put in place by the theattention, resident who tinder dry. To make matters worse, the garden backsa onto a well-used finally the problem had been solved.

Conservative government in the 1980s.

In view of the danger, neighbours contacted Orbit in originally raised the public footpath. The sun is blazing down. One stray cigarette end and we The fire hazard washappened. no more. early August requesting urgent action.

Nothing issue.

The grass had could have a major incident. been cut two men I was toby help, Inquiries revealed that the property in That’s not the endasked of the storyand my first step was to contact working on Orbit’s Three weeks “Can later you – problem solved the housing team at Hinckley and Bosworth: question was owned and rented by Orbit though. The following morning, I behalf.

They did an call Orbit and get them to pull their finger out!”

This Housing. Formerly a council house, it was received another email from Orbit. excellent jobbyand prompted a visit two Orbit staff. After a site transferred to Orbit under arrangements Apparently, they were still trying talk tenant beforeThree serving a legal notice.has I the whole took just atheir couple of hours. long hot weeks inspection, theyoperation agreed to with thewith blindingly obvious. put in place by the Conservative looked out of the window smiled.

Ithad had just started to rain.

The grass was aand fire hazard; and yes,first it did needdrawn passed since the matter been to Orbit’s attention, and finally government in the 1980s. In view of the cutting.

However,had the Orbit indicated thathazard this was no more. the problem beenpeople solved.

The fire danger, neighbours contacted Orbit in I’m happy that able to done help quickly sort this one out.

That’s what local councillors are for, and if wasI was unlikely to be because a contractor That’swhat not the end the story though.

The following morning, I received early August requesting urgent action. you aren’t happy do;ofwell, don’t vote fortime. them.

But I can’t help thinking that it’s wouldwith need to be they appointed.

These things take another email from Orbit. Apparently, they were still trying to talk with their Nothing happened. a pity that we don’t have a vote on the performance of organisations like Orbit – or the utility The sun continued to blaze down. tenant before serving a legal notice. I looked out of the window and smiled.

I was asked to help, and my first step companies, The or the housing developers or the multinationals who must take much of blame were quickly back in touch.

Itfrustrated had just neighbours started to rain. was to contact the housing team at for people’s Their anger and frustration at and the Istate of to modern discomfort was clear, decided take upBritain.

I’m happy that I was able to help sort this one out. That’s what local Hinckley and Bosworth: “Can you call the issue directly with Orbit. After the best part of two Andy Furlong councillors are for, and if you aren’t happy with what they do; well, don’t Orbit and get them to pull their finger out!” hours on hold my patience snapped and I obtained vote for them.

But I can’tforhelp thinking that it’s a pity that we don’t have This prompted a visit by two Orbit staff. the name and 922293 contact details Orbit’s ‘Head of 07881 or via andy.furlong@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk Before - serious fire hazardKeep in touch on a vote on the performance of organisations After a site inspection, they agreed with Property Safety’ - but only after I had threatened to like Orbit – or the utility orgarden the housing developers or the multinationals who must take the blindingly obvious. The grass was a turncompanies, up in the back with a TV camera crew. of blame forwere people’s and frustration at the state of modern fire hazard; and yes, it did need cutting.

Armed with a mobile phone number for a much real person I felt we gettinganger somewhere.

Then However, the Orbit people indicated that thisthe was to Ibe done plotunlikely thickened. ended up in a fruitlessBritain. exchange of emails discussing differing the lawthings relating to responsibility for tackling a fire hazard. To make quickly because a contractor would need to interpretations be appointed.ofThese Andy Furlong take time. The sun continued to blaze down.matters worse I was told that Orbit would require written permission from the council to enter the garden and deal with the issue –Keep at a property owned and managed!

I in touchthat on they 07881 922293 or via andy.furlong@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk The frustrated neighbours were quickly back in touch. Their discomfort relayed this to the housing team at Hinckley copying in the Chief Executive. The bank holiday was clear, and I decided to take up the issue directly with Orbit. After the weekend was looming, and the sun continued to blaze down. best part of two hours on hold my patience snapped and I obtained the name and contact details for Orbit’s ‘Head of Property Safety’ - but only after I had threatened to turn up in the back garden with a TV camera crew. Armed with a mobile phone number for a real person I felt we were getting somewhere. Then the plot thickened. I ended up in a fruitless exchange of emails discussing differing interpretations of the law relating to responsibility for tackling a fire hazard. To make matters worse I was told that Orbit would require written permission from the council to enter the garden and deal with the issue – at a property that they owned and managed! I relayed this to the housing team at Hinckley copying in the Chief Executive. The bank holiday weekend was looming, and the sun continued to blaze down.

In a further twist, I receive an email from my new friend at Orbit advising

Sometimes I make a mental note and then forget where I put it.

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News from Botcheston WI

And relax . . .

JUNE AND JULY being very busy, August has been a quieter month for Botcheston WI. Botcheston Village held an old fashioned Village Fete on Saturday 20th August and WI supported by running a tombola – we were able to spread the word of WI and hopefully we will have gained a new member or two. The event as a whole was very well supported by the local community and the sun did shine.

The month was rounded off with our President’s BBQ, held in her lovely garden on Thursday 25th August to allow members to have a 100% social evening where they could chat with other members without being called to order ‘by the bell’! Members could chat to their hearts content and meet spouses as well. This event was enjoyed by all and everyone is looking forward to next years!

Our next event will have taken place by the time you read this – we are providing one of the refreshment venues at this year’s Desford Scarecrow Festival on Bank Holiday Sunday – we are expecting a busy day.

• OUR NEXT MEETING is on Thursday 22 September when the subject of our speaker is ‘Helping Hedgehogs’.

We hope you have had a good summer and are ready for the Autumn.

If you would like more information on Botcheston WI, or WI in general please contact our secretary on 01455 821228.

Markfield Local History Group Presents

Celebrating the Origins of Animal Life: Building a UNESCO Global Geopark in Charnwood Forest, UK ~ A talk by ~

Dr Jack Matthews Geoheritage Conservation and Interpretation Officer for the Charnwood Forest Geopark, U.K., and a freelance consultant in geoheritage, geoconservation, and geotourism.

Charnwood Forest in Leicestershire is host to some of the oldest animal fossils in the world. This presentation will outline the internationally significant geodiversity of Charnwood Forest - including the outstanding ancient fossils - and the ways it has shaped the landscape, communities, and people of Britain’s ‘unexpected upland’.

Tuesday September 20th at 7.30 pm The Methodist Church Rooms, Main Street, Markfield Non-members £3 to include refreshments www.markfieldhistory.org

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Come Dancing ... you know you want to

Dance the night away … in Bagworth

A GOOD NIGHT OUT is up for the taking in Bagworth.

An enjoyable and delightful evening could be yours if you attend The Club on Friday 16th September or Friday 21st October. The times for both are 7.30 pm until 10.00 pm.

These are Social Dance Nights to which everyone is welcome.

Admission is £4 per person. They take place in the function room at The Club. In addition, the bar will be open for liquid refreshment, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic.

This is a night not to be missed. It is also a good way to meet new people, especially if you have recently moved in to the village.

Wednesday Afternoon Sequence Dancing If you prefer to dance the afternoon away, or even if you want to dance at both events, The Club also has sequence dancing every Wednesday afternoon from 2pm to 4pm.

Again you can be assured of a very friendly welcome. Beginners and more experienced dancers are all welcome. Dancing takes place to Ken’s music.

Admission is £1 per person and includes a hot drink and a biscuit or cake when someone’s birthday is being celebrated.

Again, this takes place in the function room and is a good way to make new friends, as well as being a gentle bit of exercise.

Can you afford to miss it?

Bob Austin

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Harvest Supper and Concert with the Cantamici Choir Saturday Sept 24th 7.30pm At St Peter’s Church Copt Oak. Tickets £10 - (please book to help with catering) Contact 01530 249101 or 01530 244229 or email ggammon123@btinternet.com

Piano Recital Friday 11th November 7PM. Markfield Methodist Church.

Hungarian Pianist Renata Konyiksca returns to wow us with another amazing performance.

Our Church has an intimate setting in which the piano is arranged so that as many folks as possible will be able to see Renata play.

Tickets £12 adults, £6 children.

Via our website http://www. markfieldmethodistchurch.org or call 07979 607099

Quiz Night BRING & SHARE SUPPER & BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS On Saturday 24th September 2022 starting at 7.30pm (doors open 7pm)

At Thornton Community Centre 175 Main Street, Thornton, LE67 1AH 100 questions including picture round, audio rounds and general knowledge questions.

First prize - £24 Second prize - £12 Card bingo

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Numbers restricted to 72.

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