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COMMUNITY MAGAZINE Autumn 2015

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Message from the Chair I hope that everyone in Tupton had a good summer and feel suitably refreshed to tackle the colder weather as autumn and winter approaches. I would like to take the opportunity of thanking all those in the Events Committee and their wider group of volunteers for once again putting on such an excellent carnival in July. However if the village is to have a carnival next year we must have new volunteers so please put your name forward to help.

The Parish Council had a stand at the carnival and we were very pleased that so many people stopped by to talk to us and raise issues. Many of these were about crime and antisocial behaviour in the village, particularly speeding and reckless driving on roads in Tupton. We are shortly to be meeting with Alan Charles, Police and Crime Commissioner to discuss these issues including concerns about the lack of a visible police presence in the village and also about response times to reports to the police.

Tupton is regarded as a low crime area relative to other areas which is good but we believe, can mean we are not always given sufficient priority, and even one crime or incident of anti social behaviour is one too many and so traumatic for the victims. Speeding in particular is very concerning - we do not want to see lives lost in our village before action is taken.

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defibrillator which is being installed outside the pharmacy in Green Lane. A public access defibrillator is a machine that any member of the public can without training (as the machine gives spoken instructions) use on someone in cardiac arrest. It will detect the heart’s rhythm and will give a shock if needed. The Parish Council is also arranging training in CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation first aid techniques that can be used if someone is not breathing properly or if their heart has stopped.

After cardiac arrest, every minute without CPR and defibrillation reduces someone’s chance of survival by 10%. So this equipment saves lives.

It was therefore with horror that we discovered that within 24 hours of the box to contain the defibrillator being installed it had been damaged through being kicked around. Fortunately the equipment itself had not been installed at that point. However if it had been there, this could have cost lives. Far too often our community assets, things that have been installed for the benefit of local people are being damaged through mindless vandalism. Damaging community assets is not clever, costs a lot of money, your money, to repair or replace, and can have far reaching consequences. I would ask that local people are vigilant to help protect our collective property.

The local village CCTV will target our assets but if you see someone damaging them please do not hesitate to report it.

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Parish Council Contacts

Clerk David Massey 01246 238738 Email: clerk@tuptonpc.org.uk Website: www.tuptonpc.org.uk Chair Cathy Goodyer 07867 538287

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Calendar of Meetings

Meetings of the Parish Council will be held on fourth Tuesday in the month commencing at 7.00pm in the Village Hall, Green Lane, Tupton as follows: 24 November 2015

22 March 2016

22 December 2015

26 April 2016

26 January 2016

24 May 2016 (Annual Parish Meeting and AGM)

23 February 2016

Tupton Film Club By the time you read this article we will have shown our first film for the new 2015/16 at Tupton Film Club, which was “My Old Lady” staring Maggie Smith.

Anyone is welcome to join Tupton Film Club, we meet on the first Wednesday of each month from September to May, at St. John’s Church on Queen Victoria Road opposite Tupton Primary School.

Membership includes the evening’s film, shown in two halves with delicious refreshments served during the interval, these include home baked cakes and savouries plus other delights!

We look forward to welcoming you at one of our film evenings.

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Tupton Tags fantastic performance at Chatsworth Mini/Junior Secretary Debbie Baggaley reports: “The Tag Team played in a festival at Chatsworth on Sunday 9th August. The boys were on top form and gave a fantastic performance. They played seven games against Tag Teams from local sides. They drew with Chesterfield (2-2), Derby (5-5), Matlock (4-4), beat Dronfield (5-2), Bakewell (5-4), Amber Valley (4-3) and only lost one game, Belper (4-6).

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It was a long hot day for them but they played very well, getting to see the World Cup and have their photos taken as well as receiving a medal from England Player, Neil Back. Paul Sorrell managed to get a club shirt signed.

The performance that the boys gave at the festival was fantastic proving that all the time and effort Paul and Dave Stewart gave to them during last season has paid off. The boys can hold their heads up high and will start the new season knowing they are a Team who, on their day, can be a match for anyone!�

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The Club received more good news as the RFU announced a significant investment in promoting Rugby at both Tupton Hall and Tibshelf Schools that will see professional Coaches deployed during PE Lessons.

The initiative will be targeted at Year, 7,8 and 9 initially with the intention being to get girls and boys playing the sport with a clear route identified for the Students who wish to take up the sport outside of School to progress into our Club.

As a Club we have the opportunity to continue to grow the game locally and that is very welcome! To find out more about what we have to offer, please contact Debbie on 07516 991659, visit our website www.tuptonrufc.com or turn up to training that takes place each Sunday morning at our Clubhouse on the Recreation Ground.

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1st Tupton Scouts A Very Busy Summer!

The summer period has been a very busy time for the 1st Tupton Scout Group.

On Saturday the 18th July the group took part in the carnival parade put on by the Tupton Events Committee. Children from across the scout sections dressed as characters from ‘Harry Potter’, we even had our very own ‘Hagrid’ on his custom built bike. Judging took place on the route and we were lucky enough to be given 1st place. The children enjoyed looking around the carnival stalls and watching the many attractions.

At the beginning of the summer holidays the scout section attended ‘Peak Camp’ which is an international camp for both boys and girls.

Sub camps included the Vikings, Ice Age and the one that we were on Aztec. The Scouts had a fabulous time, taking part in a variety of activities, which included, canoeing, climbing, sailing, swimming and a camp challenge. The weather was kind to us and thanks must be sent

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to all of the leaders and volunteers who worked tirelessly to make the camp the success it was.

The Beaver Scouts also visited for the day, taking part in a variety of activities and later joined the Centaurus Explorer group for lunch. The Beavers had a great time, going home tired, but happy.

At the beginning of September the group carried out the annual rubbish collection and litter pick at Chatsworth Country Fair. This activity is enjoyed by both children and adults alike. Many parents opt to camp at the event and many friendships are formed that last long after their children have left scouts and moved on to pastures new. This event is the groups’ main fundraising activity and enables the children to take part in activities that we would not normally be able to facilitate. It also helps towards the upkeep of the group hut and minibus. We have some fantastic leaders, parents and friends of the group who support our activities tirelessly, and we are always very grateful to them.

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Tupton Carnival 2015 This very popular community event was held on Saturday, 18th July, again on the Primary School field. The Carnival Parade with the Royal Hussars, Chesterfield Musketeers, and a gaily coloured Samba Band set the pace in the procession for the many floats and walking groups, beginning at 1pm from Ford Street, Tupton. The 2014 Carnival Queen began the action on the field by greeting the new Queen and Princesses for the crowning ceremony.

Display teams included the Samba Band, the ever popular Dayko Flying Angels, new activity BMX Bike demo team, and local dancers from Primary Colours. Laser Quest, a Climbing Wall, and a Flight Simulator were among the attractions, and many children’s rides and the

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Fun House created amusement and laughter for everyone all afternoon.

Local art, community volunteer groups and local history was represented, classic vehicles and birds of prey were exhibited, and refreshments and barbecue food was available to all. The winning scarecrows and all those not so lucky scarecrows from the village competition were on show, and the Frozen mascot was wandering the arena looking for photo opportunities.

A wide choice of music and entertainment was provided for all the family in the arena and around the field, and everyone seemed to appreciate the efforts made to provide another memorable Carnival.

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2nd Sunday All Age Worship @10am

Christingle Service 24th December @ 4pm

3rd Sunday Holy Communion @10am 4th Sunday Morning Worship @ 10am 1st Sunday of the month Messy Church @ 4pm

Fan the Flame evening services 25th October @ 6pm 29th November @ 6pm

Midnight Holy Communion 24th December @ 11.30pm

Christmas Day St John’s Church are holding a Christmas day lunch in the church hall. This is for those who for whatever reason are on their own on Christmas Day. The lunch will start at 11.45 am and finish at 2pm. Please contact Marcia on 07796 673416 to book a place or alternatively speak to Stella at St John’s lunch club which takes place on the 3rd Tuesday of every month in Tupton Village Hall.

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Old Tupton Methodist Church You will find us to be a friendly and welcoming fellowship, and home to the Chapel Players Drama Group. All are welcome to any of our regular meetings.

Sunday Worship At 2.30 every Sunday (except the 4th Sunday of the month - see following) Café Church is held on the 4th Sunday of the month at 10.30 am Further details will be found on the notice board in the Church porch Weekdays during the month · A very informal Prayer Meeting is held every Wednesday from 9-10am followed by a cuppa and a chat; all are welcome to join us.

• A Fellowship Lunch is held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at around 12.30pm. This is usually a two course cooked meal followed by a cuppa. For catering, we need you to tell us in advance of you intention to come by the Tuesday evening before. We do ask for a contribution of £2.50 per person towards the cost. The contact phone number is 864212 • An afternoon of activities and a time to chat with tea and cakes (the activities can include card, dominoes crafts etc. is held on the 4th Thursday of the month from 2.30 until about 4pm is This is a new venture which starts in January 2015, so one of the tasks at the early meetings will be to find a good name for this.

Special Dates Easter Week on Tuesday 31st March and Wednesday 1st April the ever popular Easter Play will take place starting at 7.15pm. This will be its 40th year of production.

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Firework top ten safety tips Everybody loves Bonfire Night especially the fireworks but lets make sure that we enjoy it safely. Here are our firework top ten safety tips…

Young people should watch and enjoy fireworks at a safe distance and follow the safety rules for using sparklers. Only adults should deal with firework displays and the lighting of fireworks. They should also take care of the safe disposal of fireworks once they have been used.

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Plan your firework display to make it safe and enjoyable.

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Read and follow the instructions on each firework using a torch if necessary.

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Light the firework at arm’s length with a taper and stand well back.

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Never use paraffin or petrol on a bonfire.

Make sure that the fire is out and surroundings 10 are made safe before leaving.

Alternatively why not join the organised event that is taking place on Friday 30th October starting at 6.30pm on the Northside Recreation Ground.

The event is being organised by Tupton Rugby Club.

Or why not join in the fun at the Halloween Party which is being organised by the Tupton Events Committee and will be held in the Village Hall on Saturday 31st October at 7pm. Tickets cost £3 and available by contacting a member of the Events Committee on 07948 625179 Come if you dare…

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Wicked trip to see former Tupton Hall student Savannah on West End stage Wicked was the word of the week at Tupton Hall School after students had the trip of a lifetime in London.

Nearly 50 students – all passionate about the performing arts – got to see hit West End musical ‘Wicked’, which stars one of Tupton Hall’s former students Savannah Stevenson in a lead role.

Students watched in awe as Savannah stole the show as Glinda the Good Witch.

“It was a fantastic experience for our youngsters to be able to see Savannah on stage. I hope it inspired them to aspire to achieve great things,” said music

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teacher Mr Andrew Sharpe who led the trip.

Savannah, now 32, was a Tupton Hall student from 1994 – 2001. She has held the lead role in Wicked since November 2013 when the show started at the capital’s Apollo Victoria Theatre.

But that wasn’t the only West End experience for the Tupton Hall teens. In the space of two days they managed to take in many of London’s greatest attractions including a performance of Les Misérables.

Afterwards, the Chesterfield contingent hopped on a bus tour taking in sights such as Downing

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Street, Horse Guards Parade, Trafalgar Square and Big Ben. And there was just enough time for a shopping spree at Covent Garden where students put their haggling skills to the test grabbing souvenir bargains including a selfie stick and a Star Wars mug.

A dance workshop at the legendary Pineapple Dance Studios was the icing on the cake. The energetic youngsters were taught a routine from Wicked and impressed their tutors with their jaw dropping moves!

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Tupton Local History Society Catherine Moorcroft has been telling us about her granddad, Fred Harris, who was an Air Raid Warden during WW2. Fred enrolled on 2nd June 1939. Catherine has some of his certificates and a 1945 “Thank you” letter from Derbyshire County Council as well as his Air Raid Warden tin hat. He lived at Red Tile Row on Nethermoor Road. He was a coal miner by profession, so would have spent much of his spare time on his ARP duties- voluntary of course. The wardens met at Old Tupton Methodist Church. Some of the other wardens were probably Miss Jessie Creswell, and John Bainbridge. These two people lived on Ashover Road. There were others, but we don’t have all their names at the moment.

Do you have any information about these people and others who volunteered their time to protect the civilian population? This includes volunteers who assisted people during their stay in public air raid shelters.

They were given this badge:

We did find some names from the Derbyshire Times of 13th January 1939. The article is about anti-gas training certificates and ARP badges being awarded to the following Tupton area residents: Miss Daisy Brummell (R.D.C. telephone operator), Mr. Graham Bennett (Hepthorne Lane). Mesdames I. Brinkler (New Tupton). M. H. Elvin, W. Hancock, E. Herrett. M. McGoola, L. Smith. R. Statham. G. A. Booth (New Tupton). G. Jackson (Tupton). Miss Irene Page (Old Tupton), Messrs. W. Bambridge. R. E. Green. P. Swift. J. L. Willows. F. W. Miles (New Tupton), A. Ferguson. F. Hancock (Tupton). H. H. Middleditch. A. E. Smith (Tupton) and W. Page (Old Tupton).

It’s interesting that as early as the beginning of 1939 (and even earlier), the country was preparing for a war that was, presumably, seen as inevitable.

As a side note, Miss Jessie Cresswell was head or deputy head at Mortimer Wilson School in Alfreton. She was an education pioneer and fought for the introduction of comprehensive education in Derbyshire. Until 1947, female teachers were not allowed to keep their jobs as teachers if they married, so Miss Creswell was probably a life-long spinster. She lived with her two sisters, Nan and Dolly. Nan was a Great War nurse in Egypt and Silesia, where conditions were very harsh and many died of disease.

Silesia is now part of Poland. It was part of the German Empire prior the Great War.

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Tupton Parish Council Magazine

Jesse Creswell The Tupton Local History Society is currently doing some historical research for the Royal Oak. Also, for someone who is trying to find information about one of the residents of Tupton Hall, Mr. Lord.

Allegedly, he was robbed by his own coachman and was executed for the crime. Does anyone know any details of this story? We’ve been unable to find anything up to now.

John Quick sent us some photos of Jesse Creswell, who is the great-uncle of Eamonn Cave of North Wingfield. John asks us to credit Eamonn for the photographs.

Thank you John and Eamonn.

We would also like to say a sincere “thank you” to all our supporters: • Councillor Brian Wright and Derbyshire County Council for providing funding for AV equipment • The Brittania for displaying posters • Tupton Fish and Chip shop for displaying posters • The Cornerstone Cafe for displaying posters • The New Inn for displaying posters • Queenies Cafe for displaying posters • The Royal Oak for displaying posters • Clay Cross D.I.Y. for displaying posters • Clay Cross Tesco for displaying posters • Tupton Parish Council for displaying posters • Oilwell Nursery, Tibshelf, for displaying posters • St John’s Church for providing the venue for our meetings and events • And you, our individual supporters, for attending our events.

Our May event featured Janet Murphy talking about the black and white buildings of Chesterfield. Most of them are relatively recent “mock Tudor”. Many of them are in poor condition, such as the Victoria buildings on Knifesmithgate. William Stones owned a number of pubs in Chesterfield, most of them built in this black-and-white pattern.

Tupton Parish Council Magazine

Tupton Local History Society

Upcoming Events Our upcoming events are as follows: Thursday 3rd September 2015. Cliff Lee will give an illustrated talk about the first mainland oil well in England, which was situated at Tibshelf.

You can still see the remains at Oilwell Nursery Thursday 3rd December 2015. Colin Smith returns by popular request to talk about and show photos of Old Tupton.

Thursday 3rd March 2016. Cathy Goodyer, who lives at Egstow Hall, will give an illustrated talk about the Hall, which was built in 1669 and still retains much of its original character and architecture.

Thursday 2nd June 2016. Peter Hall will give an illustrated talk about George Stephenson, railway pioneer and director of the Clay Cross Company.

All of these events take place at St. John’s Anglican Church on Queen Victoria Road, New Tupton starting at 7:00 pm, with refreshments and a raffle included in the entry price of two whole pounds.

If you have any suggestions or requests for future events, please let us know.

We hope to see many of you at our future events.

Look out for our posters.

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