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Hello readers

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I took a huge risk, leaving full-time employment and setting up my own business back in 2007. I have to say wholeheartedly, it was the best decision I’ve ever made! Many advertisers have been with All Things Local since day one and that’s because it’s affordable, reaches a truly local audience… and it works! If you run a local business and haven’t given us a try yet, call my colleague Ruth Brown (her details are on this page) for more information and advice.

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Winners’ Corner CONGRATULATIONS Mrs Elaine Luck of Belper who has won a bottle of Champagne

All in all, we’re a friendly and approachable bunch and welcome enquiries from any local businesses; whether you’ve been established a long time or you’re a brand new start-up. Having previously worked in the local press for many years, I know how expensive advertising can be – and this is what inspired me to set up this little magazine; a publication that Helen Young – is now firmly-established in the Editorial Copywriter local area, and is read, trusted & Coordinator. and affordable to all.

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Have a lovely (and hopefully sunny) couple of months and I’ll see you again in August.

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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL Business & Professional Legal Matters Shacklocks Solicitors 2. Health and welfare – your chosen

Legal Matters:

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Money Matters: Retirement Retirement – something we all aspire to, but what does it mean in today’s Britain? Once upon a time, men retired at 65 years old and women at 60. Health permitting, a typical lifespan would give you 10 to 20 years in retirement, hopefully at least half in good health. During the last 10 years, equality has seen women’s state pension age phase in to match men’s. State pension age is also increasing too. Under current legislation, State Pension age will increase to 66 between November 2018 and October 2020, 67 between 2034 and 2036, and 68 between 2044 and 2046. People are simply living longer. It is now predicted that average female life expectancy will reach the once unimaginable milestone of 100 in 2057*. Since March 2014 there have been unexpected dramatic changes from the Chancellor on how we can use our pension funds in our retirements. With the life expectancy increasing, legislation needed to change to allow for fundamental shifts in the way we fund our retirement and draw the benefits once we cease or reduce our working life. With obvious strain on the State to fund pensions, more emphasis was needed to be more self-sufficient and provide for ourselves. Auto Enrolment is being introduced, making pensions for all employers effectively compulsory. The opportunity and attraction to have an employer contribute to your retirement as well as yourself could seem too good to be true. Whilst this and other tax breaks on contributions into pensions were attractive, people still did not like the lack of flexibility, choice and access in how we drew

benefits once we had accrued funds for our retirement. Traditionally, funds were saved over a working life and commuted for a guaranteed lifetime income (usually in the form of an annuity) and a tax free lump sum. Massive changes in legislation within the last 14 months mean that there is much greater choice and opportunity with your funds once you reach retirement. Annuities are looking less favorable for many people. Indeed, in 2013 90% of the planet’s annuities were purchased in the UK. So, what was happening in the rest of the world? How did they buy their retirement income? New rules mean drawing down some or all of pension funds in an unrestricted way are changing the way pensions are perceived. Many investors bought their income directly from their pension provider, oblivious to the options available to them in the open market. Shop around at retirement. Seek advice before you commit your pension funds as it could cost you thousands over a lifetime if you make the wrong decision. Considerations over the risk you take, effects of inflation, “what if I die” scenarios are just some of the many aspects that you should contemplate in the quest for a financially happy retirement. * Based on ONS Forecast

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Lifestyle

The Derby Hotel The Derby Hotel, Blackpool, offers a warm and friendly place to stay for couples and families looking for a relaxing break by the sea. Situated in a quiet but convenient location on Blackpool’s North Shore, The Derby Hotel is like a home from home. Owners Ivan and Tim once ran the Bingorama club in Belper, and are always keen to welcome residents from their former home town to their hotel!

minute you step out of your front door! “We want to make everything as straightforward and relaxing as possible”, says Ivan. The recently refurbished accommodation includes standard, en-suite, double and family rooms with DVD players and a PSP to keep the kids entertained. There’s a sun lounge with sea views, a lounge area, separate dining room and the ‘County Bar’ where entertainment is arranged on selected dates.

“We moved to Blackpool and took over The Derby Hotel 12 years ago”, explains Ivan “and we love to have Derbyshire residents to stay! We call it a ‘home from home with a bit extra’ – we always go that extra mile to make sure you’re well looked after from the minute you arrive.” There’s a really friendly, welcoming atmosphere at the hotel, so guests can settle in and enjoy their stay. While many hotels are moving towards ‘room only’ rates, The Derby Hotel prides itself on providing a comprehensive service, offering very competitive rates which include home-cooked meals, all prepared on the premises by Ivan, who worked as a chef in Derbyshire for many years.

So, if you fancy a seaside break why not make the most of one of The Derby Hotel’s special offers, including a ‘5 day holiday’ deal with an evening meal each night for just £92pp during June and July, or their Christmas and New Year breaks, priced at £300 or £200pp respectively, which includes meals, drinks vouchers, door-to-door pick up and entertainment! For more information or to book a break at The Derby Hotel call 01253 623708 or visit www.thederbyhotel.co.uk.

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Lifestyle

The Better Life A Chicken and Egg Story Every household has its traditions and one of ours is that bad things tend to happen when I’m in charge. Like when Anne popped up to Scotland, to see ‘the rellies’, and I was promoted from Deputy Chicken Keeper. On days one and two, all was well and the cat spent more time with her nose pressed against the chicken fence, keeping guard. Day three, all was not well at all. “Is it me, or is Pepperami acting a little strange?” The cat ignored me, so I asked a neighbour (who’d once had her own brood) to cast an expert eye. “Yes,” she said, “Pepperami is definitely waddling. She’s probably egg-bound.” My polite inquiry determined that: a) Any finger and petroleum jelly treatment was best left to the professionals. b) The vet would be unlikely to make a house call for a chicken. Twenty minutes later, we were in the vet’s waiting room – me, Pepperami in the cat box and our neighbour offering support – surrounded by dogs and cats who thought I’d brought them chicken in a basket. Eventually the veterinary nurse called out, “Pepperami,” and we went through to a chorus of laughter.

On the way back from the vet’s I glanced at the empty cat box beside me and thought about what a difference the chickens had made to our lives. Sweet Pea and Pepperami had marked a milestone in our desire to live greener, and nearly every neighbour had been keen to share their own chicken story. Anne and I discussed whether to buy more point-of-lay chickens, but, mindful of Sweet Pea’s probable lifespan and the size of the coop, we decided to retire her. Not in any mafia sense, you understand. We quickly found Sweet Pea a new home at a local animal sanctuary, where – tentatively at first – she joined a small flock. When we visited her a couple of weeks later, she didn’t seem to recognise us, but she certainly recognised the raisins on offer. Old habits die hard, I suppose. Apparently she doesn’t put up with any funny business from the rooster – so it seems you can’t teach an old hen new tricks either. By Derek Thompson

The vet examined Pepperami with the utmost care and attention, and gave her a scan. “Hmm... looks more like egg peritonitis,” she concluded, “but I’d like to consult a colleague just to be sure.” We left Pepperami there and I returned home to keep Sweet Pea company. The veterinary poultry expert telephoned me an hour later. He’d examined Pepperami again and confirmed the egg peritonitis. Having drawn off as much fluid as he could, he was ringing to discuss the options. “Options?” I heard my voice waver. “Well, you see,” the vet said softly, “Pepperami is very poorly indeed. And while we could try antibiotics, I think the kindest thing...” He didn’t need to finish the sentence. I looked out the window at Sweet Pea, who was wandering around the pen in search of her companion, and gave my consent. “Don’t become too attached to them,” we’d been told when we first bought the chickens from a poultry farmer. But isn’t that the point? A Better Life for everyone involved, including the chickens.

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Lifestyle

Just a Thought... Summer Buzzin’ It’s here! The sun is shining, the ice cream man is back in business and the great British public are displaying their annual difficulty in matching their clothing choice to the weather. Summer Time! Sadly I haven’t time to wage war on the socks and sandals situation, tempting though it is. Summer affords us many opportunities; not least that of dining al fresco. Whether it is a picnic with the children, a pub garden with friends, or a romantic riverside affair, eating outdoors is something we get really excited about. Excited, until ‘they’ descend. I’m not talking about unwelcome friends or relatives. I’m talking about the winged things, wasps, bees, bugs, call them what you like; they are fresh air fodder foes.

Now I know that there will be some reading this that will already be sharpening their pitchforks in order to sharply remind me that these creatures are vital to our ecosystem. I do not deny that everything in this world has its place and is of complete and equal value. However, when my al fresco Alfredo is accompanied by the wafting of hands, leaping up from chairs and what can only be described as some attempt at ancient tribal dancing, I am less inclined to be so all-encompassing in my nature. So yes, this summer as you fish flies from your soup, scrape slugs from your salad and banish bees from your Bolognese, I salute you. I salute you from inside the restaurant calmly sipping my Sauvignon!

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Lifestyle

Days out with Dennis Go by Bus? Why Not?? All of the journeys I have described whilst writing this series of articles have involved separate out and back journeys. Effectively the journeys have been circular in nature. This time, I am changing the routine in that the passenger comes back on a journey that is the reverse of the outward journey. Today’s outing is to Lichfield, which I believe to be an excellent destination in its own right and well worth a visit. The city of Lichfield lies just off the A38 in Staffordshire. It must be one of England’s smallest cities and possibly one of the most attractive. The jewel in Lichfield’s crown is the medieval cathedral which is well worth a visit. Much of the city centre is pedestrianised which makes wandering the shops, tea rooms, theatre and other attractions an enjoyable experience. As usual, Bus Pass holders travel free. Paying passengers are advised to get a Trent Barton Zigzag ticket which will get you as far as Burton-on-Trent, where a change to Midland Classic for the onward journey will require an additional fare to be paid.

Getting there!

Any service to Derby from Ripley will do. In Derby, walk along Albert Street and then Victoria Street to the bus stops outside what was at one time Ranby’s, then Debenhams and now Silly Sids.

Catch the X38 to Burton-on-Trent. There are three buses an hour: on the hour, and at 20 and 40 minutes past. Leave this bus outside Primark at what is the terminus in Burton-on-Trent. Walk back and turn right into New Street, walk down to stand 6 where Midland Classic’s X12 service leaves for Lichfield on the hour and half-hour. Twenty-five minutes later and you are in Lichfield Bus Station at Bay 5. The return journey leaves from Lichfield Bus Station Bay 6, again on the hour and half-hour. The return from Burton to Derby leaves from outside Primark, again on the hour and at 20 and 40 minutes past. From Derby home, the choice is yours. *Intending passengers on Trent Barton’s Red Arrow should note that as from 3rd May the service has been re-timed. Please check to see if the changes affect you. People who might be interested in the buses used are invited to try my transport ‘blog’ on http://railsroadsrunways.blogspot.co.uk

By Dennis Basford Please note: All details and timings are correct at time of going to print and the author/publisher accept no responsibility should any details/ timings change after publication.

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Lifestyle boats can sail up river, five people aside and pilot squatting Asian-style at the front. Meanwhile, birds flitter in the bushes, goats and buffaloes graze on the banks and here and there, wooden huts nestle under the palm trees with luminous patches of tapioca and maize tumbling down to the water. Women with babies on their backs bob along sandy trails, men tend their fields, others fish or pan for gold. There are houseboats draped in laundry, tiny skiffs anchored with bamboo poles and clusters of pink blossom splashing colour in the greenery.

Travel Laos: Sailing on the Mekong Revered as the ‘Mother of Waters’, the Mekong flows north to south across Laos where much of its course marks the border with Thailand. As in other countries, it’s a precious lifeline providing rich agricultural land and fishing as well as transport in remote areas. Up in the northern hills, the Mekong is at the heart of tribal legends, the mythical home of a ‘Naga’ snake which must be appeased and thanked for its gift. But in the ancient capital of Luang Prabang, it’s a magnet for visitors dreaming of an unforgettable trip upstream on a long narrowboat. With jungle-clad hills heaving along the banks like prehistoric creatures, rocks and islands, rapids, sand banks and treacherous shallows, it’s an adrenalin-filled journey; a test of endurance and faith for passengers and captain alike. It’s cold and eerie in the early morning mist but later, when the sun beats down on the river, no-one minds the generous showers of spray sweeping under the rickety awning. This isn’t about comfort, just sheer excitement; with ‘no standing please’ but you can dip your hand in the water with no effort at all. In the dry season, only the narrowest

After two hours or so, the boat reaches the sacred Pak Ou caves cut into the limestone cliffs. A floating platform leads to the shore then it’s a hot climb up the steps to see the first cave, crammed with thousands of Buddha images, and the second, higher up, 50 metres deep and tucked behind an old wooden portal. It’s best to carry a torch for you never know what could be lurking in the dark. They say that long ago the King and his Court used to row up-river once a year on an overnight pilgrimage, leaving fresh offerings of Buddha images in the caves. So the tradition began, totalling some 4000 miniature statues to date, revered by pilgrims and saffron-robed monks but drawing the largest crowds during the Lao New Year. Yet, tourists who come this far spend little time inside the caves for they are soon lured back into the sunlight for superb views over the Mekong and its confluence with the Nam Ou. There’s a chance to visit the nearby tribal village, a colourful place where women weave on the doorstep and along the path, and every hut on stilts is draped with shawls and scarves that no-one can resist. By early afternoon, day trippers return to Luang Prabang while the more adventurous continue their journey along the Nam Ou where bamboo and teak mingle their reflections in glistening waters turning from emerald to blue. Lofty flame trees rise above the jungle and sometimes you spot a herd of elephants brought down to the river for their daily bath by mahouts in conical hats. Time seems to stand still. By Solange Hando

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Food, Drink & Entertainment

Humour: Why toothbrushes will destroy us all I just watched a 46-second video of a toddler dancing to Gangnam Style. This isn’t what I logged on to the internet to do. No, when I started out I was going to browse new book titles on Amazon, catch up with my online banking or conduct some similarly wholesome activity. It definitely wasn’t my intention to fritter away valuable time watching a child who is yet to master simple vowel sounds mimicking the wobbly horse-dancing of a South Korean pop star. But this is the world we live in now. We suffer constantly from the opposite of boredom, from a semi-involuntary perma-binge on the junk food of user-generated content. But hey, nobody’s perfect. If the internet were real life and you were standing in the post office queue waiting to pay your tax bill and some kid in a nappy pitched up and started riding a pretend horse, you’d take a look. It’s human nature.

Your toothbrush. It may look innocent, but in reality it wants to steal your job and kidnap your children.

technology doesn’t require any more improvement. It has peaked, jumped the shark. We do not need to brush our tongues. But this doesn’t deter the manufacturers. We are, I predict, only about ten years away from a toothbrush that sends a live feed from the inside of your mouth onto a computer screen in your bathroom mirror, with plaque and decay showing up in neon pink patches and every set of new tooth statistics being instantly published to your Twitter account. Actually, that sounds quite useful.

Problem is, you’re constantly haunted by guilt that you’re doing X when you should be doing Y, a modern phenomenon which I believe is known as ‘the paradox of choice’. I experience this most acutely with toothbrushes. The toothbrush department in supermarkets never fails to fill me with bewilderment and rage. With certain goods, I appreciate it’s beneficial to consumers for there to be a wide range of models on offer. Vegetables, DVDs, shoes, these are products to which variety is integral. Nobody wants to watch ‘PS I Love You’ every single night and you can’t wear stilettos to Glastonbury. But do we really need fifteen thousand different types of toothbrush?

No. NO. That’s exactly what the men in suits want me to think, damn it! They’ve got to me. It’s too late for my soul, friends, but you can still save yourselves. Next time you’re in Superdrug staring at rows and rows of basically identical toothbrushes and you find yourself thinking ‘Wait a minute, this one has surround-sound and a USB port’, please leave immediately. For, if you buy that product, it’ll be the equivalent of turning on your laptop to donate money to a teacher-training charity in Kenya and instead spending an entire night watching the Gangnam toddler on loop. I’m doing this for your own good.

There’s a brilliant Mitchell & Webb sketch in which a boardroom of beleaguered toothbrush designers decide to add a tongue-brush to their next product, confident that although no-one has ever brushed their tongue before, consumers will do it if they’re told to in an advert. In this sense, the product evolution of the toothbrush represents everything that is wrong with capitalism. Unlike cancer treatment or renewable energy, toothbrush

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Herby Stuffed Baked Tomatoes Large and juicy beefsteak tomatoes are the perfect shape and size for stuffing and make an economical midweek supper. Serve hot or cold with a crisp green salad drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze. Serves 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 Ready in 1 hour Ingredients: 4 firm beefsteak tomatoes 3 tbsp Virgin olive oil 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 75g fresh white breadcrumbs 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley 1 tbsp fresh chopped mint 2 tsp capers, drained and rinsed Salt and freshly ground black pepper Method: Preheat the oven to 190C, 375F, Gas 5. Use a sharp knife to slice the tops off the tomatoes and slice a thin sliver from the base of each tomato to prevent them from wobbling in the dish. Use a teaspoon to scoop out the seeds and flesh from each tomato. Finely chop and reserve the flesh but discard the seeds. Place the tomato shells in a shallow ovenproof dish. Heat half the olive oil in a medium-sized frying pan. Add the chopped onion and fry over a medium-high heat for 5 minutes until beginning to soften. Add the garlic and fry for a further 4-5 minutes until tender and golden. Stir in the chopped tomato flesh, breadcrumbs, parsley, mint and capers and season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Spoon the breadcrumb mixture into the tomato shells, pressing it down gently then top with the lids. Drizzle over the rest of the olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the tomatoes are just tender. Serve hot or cold.

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Hair and Beauty Matters Hair

With summer around the corner, one thing that people often forget about is sun protection for their hair. This is really important when going abroad as the sun and heat can fade coloured hair and dry it out. Wear a hat as well, as this will not only protect your hair but it will shade your face too. Remember to rub hair oil into your hair if you’re swimming to protect it from the chemicals found in swimming pools as well as the salt in the sea.

Skin

Everyone loves a tan in the summer, but make sure you put your high factor sun cream on to protect against premature aging – or fake it! Don’t forget to scrub the day before applying fake tan as this will even skin out, and get rid of any old tan. Also, shave or wax first or you will take the tan straight back off! Finally, moisturise to help any dry patches. When applying tan use a mitt as this will help it to go on evenly (don’t forget to put gloves on underneath or you will have brown hands as it soaks through!). Leave to dry and wash as instructed (don’t soak in the bath to wash off as you will soak the tan back out – shower only). There are fake tans available now which only need to be left on for 1 – 3 hours before washing off; they’re water activated so you don’t need to worry about getting it all over clothing, bedding or partners!

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The summer make up look that everyone wants to achieve is the contouring and shimmer look. There are some really good kits available to help you to achieve this look, and for some top tips try watching video tutorials on You Tube. In the salon, to achieve the proper ‘celebrity style’ contouring look we use different coloured foundations. Obviously, this is not something that you’d do on a daily basis but it’s great for a special occasion or a night out! Here is a quick step-by-step guide to a great look that I do (N.B. You don’t necessarily need to buy the

contouring kits. If you have a bronzer, a highlighter/matte white eyeshadow and illuminator at home then you have what you need): 1. The first step, before any make up, is to apply primer. 2. Add highlighter under the eyes and conceal around nose and imperfections. 3. Apply foundation 4. Using a brush or fingers, add highlighter or, lightly, matt white eye shadow to the forehead, above and below the brow bone, down nose, and on the chin. 5. Next, bronzer (I find that the loose ones are the best). Start on the cheek, swiping up, then sweep around the temple onto the forehead, from temple in, then sweep from the temple to the jaw line. On both sides it’s like a figure of 3 motion but always start on the cheek, as this is where we need more colour. This can be repeated depending on the individual. 6. Illuminator now goes over the top of the forehead, down the nose, on to chin, under the cheek bones and then to the side of the eyes/temple in a backwards ‘C’ pattern. 7. Finish with a mineral veil to set the look.

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(around four or five stones in from the tarmacked side) may be either under water, or very wet and slippery. Having crossed the river either by the bridge or stepping stones, walk upstream a few yards to the entrance to Lindale, turn right away from the river through the gate with the fence line to your right to enter Lindale. Keeping the fence and wall to your right, ascend the length of Lindale to the point where the fence turns sharply right Supplied by Rob Bradford towards the slopes of Thorpe Cloud. At this point do www.derbyshirewalking.co.uk not follow the fence line, rather head at around forty-five degrees to the right between Thorpe Cloud and the rocky Walk Area: Dovedale outcrops ahead and to the left. This, more gentle, slope Distance: 4 miles will lead you out of Lindale and onto Thorpe Pastures. Start Point: Dovedale car park Thorpe Pastures is a ‘common’, this gives the general OS Map: Explorer OL24 White Peak Area 1:25000 public the right to freely graze their cattle or sheep there, Map Ref: SK 146 509 as the grazing rights are held in ‘common’ with the other Parking: Main Dovedale car park (Pay and Display) rights to the land. Areas with these rights are sometimes Tea Shops: One called ‘gaits’, a gait being the common right to graze. Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes The road that has been followed through Thorpe and now A scenic circular walk, with continues as a track down towards the River Dove was one moderate ascent up once part of the Cheadle to Ashbourne coach road. At Lindale to Thorpe Pastures. the bottom of the track to the left, adjacent to the wall of The trickiest part of the Coldwell Bridge, is a milestone from the days of the coach walk is near the start – road stating ‘Cheadle 11’. Pass through the gate and cross negotiating the crossing of the River Dove using the bridge; having reached the other the River Dove either by side look out for a squeeze stile in the bridge wall on the the famous stepping stones, right. The stile is signposted, but poorly. The signs on the or via the bridge near the right next to the stile are overgrown and if you reach the car park then traversing the sign on the left or on the end of the bridge wall you have rough scree path between passed it! the river and the base of Thorpe Cloud. This walk Stepping stones also crosses into the neighbouring county of Staffordshire to visit the village of Ilam. The Walk Leave the car park by the path between the River Dove and the toilet block near the main entrance. Follow the river upstream for a short distance to a narrow footbridge. At this point there are two choices of route; firstly cross the footbridge then follow the rather rough path along the river bank and scree slopes of Thorpe Cloud to the famous and ever popular Rough riverside path Dovedale stepping stones. Alternatively you can continue along the tarmacked path alongside the other side of the river then cross via the stepping stones. My preference is to take the bridge and rough path option, as even with a moderate flow in the river it may be that one or two of the stepping stones

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Having managed to locate and pass through the squeeze stile in the bridge wall, make your way for a short distance through an area of thicket into a field; bear right and follow the path across the field to a gate on the opposite side. Continue in the same direction through the second field, crossing a dip in the land (sometimes a stream) by a wooden farm track bridge. The track soon swings sharply to the left and enters private land. At the point at which the track turns, look ahead for a tall, double armed, wooden footpath marker on the brow of the rise ahead.

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Health, Beauty & Fitness Walk towards this marker then follow the series of way markers (painted with a yellow band) across the field and down the slope. The path then starts a gentle descent to the river with the path becoming more obvious as it passes though woodland that may have been some form of an orchard in the past. As the path continues through the trees, the sound of the River Manifold merging into the River Dove becomes audible. The River Manifold itself becomes visible just before exiting this area of scrub land. Continue to follow the path alongside the River Manifold through numerous fields, crossing several stiles including an unusual combined bridge stile, to the bridge at Ilam. In the spring these fields are full of young lambs, so walking with pets during lambing time may not be the best idea. This section of the walk is quite flat and never far from the course of the river. The bridge will come in to view as you enter the final field. Access to the road is by a short set of steep stone steps and a final stile. Turn right to cross the bridge, taking care of traffic as you enter the village of Ilam. On entering Ilam, turn right at the cross and follow the road along the opposite bank of the river. Shortly after passing the last cottage on your left (around a hundred yards or so from Ilam Cross) look carefully for a gate in the wall on the left and a path up the steep bank. Go through the gate and follow the path up the bank for a short distance until it joins a broader track; turn right and follow this track. Continue to a stile by a gate then pass into the next field; look across the field to a point

Ilam Cross Just over the bridge is the monument to Jesse Watts Russell, of Ilam Hall (now a youth hostel). The Ilam Cross, as it is known, was erected in 1841 and is constructed from white limestone. It has been said that the monument bears some resemblance to the Eleanor Cross, near Waltham Abbey (Essex). The cross itself stands some forty feet high, and is topped by a graceful ornamental cross. Looking at the cross today it would be easy to believe that it is far older than its 160 years. This is mainly due to its current placement at the centre of the village’s road traffic island, and the resulting pollution from vehicle exhausts.

around midway along its length where three hedges meet – this is the exit from the field. Pass through the kissing gate and, keeping the hedgerow to your right, follow the path towards Thorpe Cloud directly ahead. A word of warning about this gate – its spring is rather strong and if you’re not careful it may catapult you halfway back to the car park! Keeping Thorpe Cloud in view ahead as a guide point, continue along the path that is clearly visible across the fields. Pass over two further stiles and descend to a final double stile. Walk down through the trees and the car park, the end point of the walk, should now be in plain view.

We have taken reasonable steps to ensure that this walk is safe and achievable by walkers of a realistic level of fitness. The publisher accepts no responsibility for any injuries caused to readers whilst following the walk. Always wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Walk details correct at time of going to print.

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If you’ve already given up hope of squeezing into your shorts this year, don’t worry – it’s not too late! With Alex Robinson’s ‘10 Day Extreme Fitness’ you can make a real difference in just ten days! Alex has been running her ‘Extreme Fitness’ groups for almost a year now, and clients have seen phenomenal results from the safe, sensible and straightforward 10-day diet and exercise programme, which she runs via a secret social media group. Personal trainer Alex posts advice on what food to eat and what to avoid each day for 10 days, as well as exercises that can be done at home in just 10-15 minutes, with no need for specialist equipment.

Client Claire has been so thrilled with her results and the ease of the programme that she’s done it three times now: “After doing the Extreme Fitness programme three times I’ve lost nearly two stones and over 35 inches! It’s a brilliant programme – not only is it easy to follow, but you also get to eat real wholesome food and receive fantastic support via a Facebook group. I particularly enjoyed the ten minute daily workouts, which are a great way to start the day and help you stay focused. It does require dedication and 100% commitment but if you are willing to put that in then you are guaranteed results!” The cost of the 10-day course plus two weeks of follow-up support is £25, and all you will need is access to the internet. In addition to the expert advice you’ll receive from Alex, you’ll also benefit from mutual support and motivation from other group members online, all of which really helps. So, what are you waiting for? To take the first step towards your new summer body contact Alex on 07817 337861 or email alex.robinson.pt@gmail.com. There’s still time to be seen sporting those shorts after all!

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Ford Fiesta The Fiesta is the best-selling car on the market – and not without good reason. Although it’s not labelled an official ‘eco’ car, its low running costs make it the ideal cost-effective solution for most buyers. Choose the 1.4-litre TDCi, priced from £13,065, and you can expect an average mileage of 68mpg and emissions of 107g/km.

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BMW i3 BMW’s futuristic i3 is one of just a few cars that has revolutionised the way we view the future of motoring. Not only does it combine eco-friendly driving with premium qualities, it can also reach 93mph, can go from 0-60mph in 7.9 seconds and has a driving range of 106 miles, thanks to its on-board petrol motor, which works alongside a 127kW electric unit. Sadly, its £29,130 price means we don’t see many of them on the road.

Volkswagen E-Up! The E-Up! is one of the most practical and reasonably-priced electric cars on the market, with five doors and an estimated driving range of 93 miles. It takes six hours to recharge and has a comfortable top speed of 81mph. The price isn’t so attractive at £19,525, but this electric motor is close to feeling more like the average supermini.

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Glazed Timber Extensions – A Versatile Addition to Your Home Jon Pilkington suggests how you can transform your property with a timber glazed extension.

In contrast, both a garden room and orangery will feature a semi-glazed roof. Typically a garden room will feature a tiled roof to blend with the existing lines and style of the property to which it is attached. This design can create amazing vaulted ceilings which can also feature roof glazing to the gables, increasing the amount of natural light to the room.

An orangery roof will usually be flat, finished with lead Timber glazed extensions such as a garden room or or a modern alternative such as single ply polymeric roof orangery are a chic addition to any home whether membrane, and can feature a striking roof lantern traditionally styled or contemporary. When designed providing natural light to the room below. sympathetically to the property and built using modern manufacturing techniques, a timber-glazed extension will Your questions answered by Jon All extension types typically feature brickwork to different outlast, outperform and be far more attractive than any Pilkington, Pilkington Architecture extents, withJon conservatories often using low level walls Ltd “off the shelf” UPVC conservatory. to support the main structure. There is usually more variation with garden rooms and orangeries as these These extensions can be integrated into the existing can be predominately made from brickwork, or a room structure and will give a natural flow out into the combination of brick and timber framing. garden to enjoy all year round. As well as being properly NEW BEDROOM BYcan also insulated and ventilated,CAN these LIFT types VALUE of extension or simply to extend the kitchen. Whichever extension beAasQUARTER! physically secure as any other part of the home. You can timber usuallyglazed squeeze in a you choose, whether garden room or ground floor cloakroom as well! orangery, if well designed, manufactured How do these differ from conservatories? Research by Nationwide Building Society and installed it has the potential to suggests that an of extension conversion The research also suggests completely transform the way thethat While all these styles extensionor areloft typically connected creates double bedroom can add a 10% isincrease property used. in floor area of towhich a property, the a differences in design and style can be considerable. 12% to the average price of your home. a home adds approximately 5% Contact Jon on But, get this………..the research also suggests to its value. 07768 523901 or email The roof design is perhaps the most noticeable creating its own bathroom could increase the jon@pilkington-architecture.co.uk difference with a conservatory usually featuring a fully

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Gardening: Making a pest of themselves They might be small but aphids – widely known as greenfly and blackfly – are one of the most common and widespread garden pests, with more than five hundred different species found in the United Kingdom alone. Greenfly and blackfly vary in colour, from green or black to grey, yellow, pink, brown or khaki. The majority are about 2mm long. Most damage is done throughout spring and summer but there are aphids feeding somewhere pretty well throughout the year. In sheltered parts of your garden or in greenhouses and conservatories, some can be found even during the cooler winter months. They can breed rapidly and this is often done asexually or without need of a male. For much of the year females are predominant and give birth to huge numbers of genetically identical offspring. The symptoms they cause include leaf yellowing or other brightly coloured discolouration, puckering, poor growth and stunting. The plant sap on which the aphids feed has an extremely high sugar content; in fact it is so sugary that the aphids cannot digest it all, so their excreta is very sticky and sugary. This is called ‘honeydew’ and you may have noticed it beneath aphid-infested plants. Because it is so sugary, honeydew attracts harmless, but unattractive, black ‘sooty moulds’. There are several species of aphid which may attack roses, often forming dense colonies on shoot tips, new leaf growth and flower buds. These aphids are mostly green, pinkish or yellowish in colour and up to 3mm long. If vegetables are more your thing then you may see the black bean aphid as it forms dense colonies, especially at the shoot tips and beneath the leaves of broad beans in the spring. If you pinch out the aphid-encrusted shoot tips on beans the problem is often solved. Another common one is the woolly aphid which attacks apple trees and is also often seen on ornamental Malus such as crab apples, pyracantha and cotoneaster. Colonies of the aphid covered with white, waxy, fluffy fibres develop

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The Diary of a Local Mum Summer Fun With the summer holidays just around the corner the idea of keeping everyone entertained can feel a bit daunting. How do you minimise the screen time and maximise the memories this summer, without breaking the bank? To me, there’s nothing better than coming home after a day out with filthy kids and happy faces. The great outdoors has so much to offer, and we’re fortunate enough to live in a beautiful part of the country with some fantastic places to visit for fun, free days out – right on our doorstep. Here are some of our favourite things to do and places to go for summertime fun: Perfect Parks When the sun’s shining we often pack up a picnic and head for the park. All you need is a football, a Frisbee, and some friends and you can happily wile away the hours chatting and playing. There are some brilliant parks in the area, some of which get busier than others in the summer holidays. Markeaton Park has lots to offer but can be packed, so we tend to head for the quieter or more ‘roomy’ places like Allestree, Darley or Shipley Park, Elvaston Castle or Carsington Water. Allestree is all about the open space and has a beautiful lake to walk around, while nearby Darley Park has a small play area and a café too. Shipley, Elvaston and Carsington have all of the above and more besides – perfect for a full day of fun! Making a Splash My kids enjoy nothing more than grabbing their fishing nets and paddling in a nearby stream to see what they can find. Wellies are optional, although splodging around until the water comes over the top is a must! To make a bigger splash we pack the towels and swimming costumes and head up to Bradford Dale, Youlgrave, where a concrete ‘dam’ has been built in the river to create a swimming area. It’s flippin’ freezing in there so it’s not for the faint-hearted

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Local History The Cromford Canal Codnor Park Pottery The Codnor Park Pottery, built in 1820 by the Butterley Company, was situated on the side of the Cromford Canal near the Codnor Park Ironworks. An employee of the Butterley Company named William Burton was induced to start the pottery; he set about employing skilled workers from the Brampton Potteries near Chesterfield and production started in 1821. The pottery produced stoneware bottles of various kinds and sizes up to six gallons capacity; pans, bowls, jugs, pitchers and other household articles. Sir Richard Philips on his ‘tour’ in 1828 noted “a rough and ill-built manufactory near to Codnor Castle producing opaque bottles used for ginger beer, soda water, liquid blacking etc. About fifty women and children finish 100 gross per day (14,400), and they sell half pints at 16d per doz., pints at 2s per doz. and quarts at 3s 6d per doz.”. The agent for selling the bottles, which were preferred to glass bottles, being harder and less liable to burst, was Kemp, located in Milk Street London. Most of the product of the pottery was shipped by canal.

The remains of Codnor Park Pottery at Ironville.

door in the centre of the building (seen in the photograph) was for loading pots onto canal boats. The canal was widened at this point to allow canal boats to moor close to the building. To find out more about the Cromford Canal, its history and plans for its restoration, go to The Friends of the Cromford Canal website www.cromfordcanal.org.uk.

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Existing records show the output of the pottery that was transported on the Cromford Canal was as follows: March 1822 – 12 tons, July 1823 – 31 tons, September 1823 – 31 tons, March/April 1824 – 65 tons and May 1826 – 35 tons. There is no record for a complete year but from the existing records, which only represent approximately a month, the output at Codnor increased from 144 tons in 1822 to 432 tons in 1826; a successful enterprise.

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In 1832 Mr William Burton got in to money problems and the pottery was closed. The pottery remained closed for several months until in 1833 it was taken over by Mr Joseph Bourne of Denby Pottery. Production continued at Codnor Park until 1861 when workers and plant were transferred to the Denby Works. Goods produced at Codnor Park were similar to those produced at Denby; the usual class of household utensils such as butter coolers, vases, flower baskets and pots, ewers, spill jars etc. and also puzzle jugs. Many of these were decorated with foliage designs and other ornamentation in relief. The back mark used during Mr Burton’s time was his name and Codnor Park or simply Wm. Burton. When the pottery was acquired by Mr Bourne, the production of household goods ceased and the pottery was confined to producing bottles.

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Upbeat Amber Valley Officers and Youngsters are Scooter Smart Safer Neighbourhood officers across Amber Valley are helping to support a national award scheme to encourage safer, more active and environmentally friendly ways of travelling to school. The Modeshift Sustainable Travel Accreditation and Recognition for Schools (STARS) aims to tackle the problems caused by parents driving children to school including parking congestion and the fear of road traffic accidents. To try and help alleviate these problems, Safer Neighbourhood officers have joined forces with Derbyshire County Council’s Travel Smart initiative to promote alternative ways of getting to school, such as walking, cycling, scooting, car sharing, using public transport and parking away from school and walking the last distance.

The Kilburn Team with local school children at the recent Travel Smart event PCSO Courtney Chetwyn gives a pupil some tips at Codnor Scooter Day.

Teams across the county have been involved in the scheme, including: PC Neil Hopwell and PCSO John Midgley from Kilburn; PCSO Emily Stanesby and PCSO Jenny Lorimer from the Codnor, Waingroves and Langley Mill beat; Belper Town’s PC Richard Martin, PC Andrea Smith and PCSO John Hardy; PSCO Sarah Dufton from the Ripley Town Centre team, and PC Anna Welberry, PC Sarah Allcock, PCSO Emma Fisher and PCSO Courtney Chetwyn from the Heanor and Loscoe team. Officers have worked with the sustainable travel team at the County Council to promote a number of local and national events including: • Supporting Scooter Smart training – encouraging children to scoot safely and responsibly on the journey to school; • Security marking bikes and scooters to help deter thieves and make recovered items easier to return to

PCSO Sarah Dufton with students and teacher, Rob Webb at Codnor Scooter Day, Codnor Primary School.

the rightful owner; • Designing posters to promote responsible parking; • Being on patrol at school drop off times to talk to parents and advise them about parking around school; • Helping to lead whole school participative walking and cycling journeys; • Using Twitter messages to encourage the school community to Travel Smart. PCSO Jenny Lorimer, from the Codnor, Waingroves and Langley Mill beat, said: “It’s fantastic to see young children participating in physical activity and learning to do so in a safe environment. All the children involved have a brilliant time and learn vital safety information allowing them to use their scooters outside of school safely. It’s really nice for us as a police force to be involved in such a great scheme and assist in helping to keep young people safe.” A Scooter Smart training event recently took place at Codnor Community Primary School. Teaching PCSO John Midgley from Kilburn SNT and Learning Assistant, Rob Webb said: “For some parents, travelling by scooter is a fun and active way for their children to get to school. If it also saves making the journey by car, it can really help to reduce traffic congestion around the school. Working with the Safer Neighbourhood team officers and the local authority on the Scooter Smart initiative gives the children the skills to make the journey safely by encouraging them to scoot with care and to look out for pedestrians and vehicles.” Senior Transport Officer at Derbyshire County Council, Rob Bounds said: “Working in partnership with local Safer Neighbourhood teams has proved to be a really successful way of encouraging children and parents to Travel Smart to school. By actively participating in different local and national campaigns the officers have helped to inspire children to do the same, as well as contributing to the promotion of active lifestyles and reducing traffic congestion.”

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Your Horoscope June and July 2015 The Cosmos during June and July June: Although international tension may be easing off this month there are still some volatile cosmic events that may cause some concern. Fortunately the Sun and Mercury in Gemini both bring hope for better communication and positive global discussions. Constructive dialogue is also encouraged by energetic Mars also in Gemini until the 25th, and Mercury’s direct motion on the 12th. Venus, the planet of love and romance, moves into passionate and pleasure loving Leo on the 6th; this is a grand time for enjoyment and fun. A spectacular alignment between abundant Jupiter and the visionary planet Uranus occurs on the 22nd, exuberance and a renewed zest for life are the active themes here. Be prepared: with this electrical energy around anything can happen! The June full moon in Sagittarius, known as the Christ moon, falls on the 2nd. This is a special moon, bringing blessings and powerful healing energies to all. The new moon is in Gemini on the 16th, highlighting ambitious projects and business initiatives. July: A dynamic start to this month with a spectacular cosmic union of Venus and Jupiter in majestic Leo. This amazing energy is available to all, highlighting creativity and benefitting optimism, confidence and self-esteem. This month is special as we have two full moons, one in Capricorn on the 2nd and the other in Aquarius on the 31st – it’s a blue moon month! It’s a super-charged time, but also one of balance. The solar yang and the lunar yin are at their peak of clarity and height of power. Goals and plans are favoured, especially spiritual ones. The new moon in Cancer on the 16th offers a time of nostalgia and family connectedness. Mercury and the Sun both move into passionate Leo on the 23rd – love and romance are now at their peak! If you would like to find out where these two important full moons fall in your personal birth map, please contact me at the email address opposite. ARIES: MARCH 21 - APRIL 20 June is a brilliant month for all your creative projects to come to the surface and be extremely successful. Maximise your potential with effective communication and a sense of humour to get the best out of life. The new moon in Gemini on the 16th is the start of something amazing. July: The best month to focus on your home and family as the Sun is in the home loving sign of Cancer and your ruler, energetic Mars, assists with additional energy for new projects. The two full moons this month fall in pivotal positions – it could be all change in your career and social circle. TAURUS: APRIL 21 - MAY 21 June brings finances to the top of your agenda as three planets occupy this important sector of your chart. This looks like a period of reward; set important goals and enjoy any offer of help that comes your way. The powerful new moon on the 2nd opens your mind to a new vision. July: This month starts with a spectacular aspect between Venus, your ruler, and the abundant planet Jupiter – both are in the majestic and creative sign of Leo. Mercury emphasises communication and interaction after the 9th and a long held desire could finally become a reality. GEMINI: MAY 22 - JUNE 21 Three planets in your sign ensure that this will not be a quiet or boring month. Lively communication and enthusiasm get underway and should be at their peak after Venus moves into Leo on 6th. The full moon in your opposite sign on the 2nd sets the scene for expansive thinking. July: Mercury, your ruling planet, remains in your sign until the 8th; use this time wisely to get future plans and ideas underway. Abundant Jupiter in Leo shines on all forms of communication, your charm should be at an all-time high! The second full moon emphasises new friends and acquaintances. CANCER: JUNE 22 - JULY 22 Motivational Mars charges into your sign on the 25th; it’s best to start planning early in the month. Abundant Jupiter is brilliantly placed in your chart, culminating with a spectacular aspect to Uranus on the 22nd. Make the most of every opportunity that comes your way – you can’t go wrong! July: Motivational Mars is energising your sign all month; take advantage of this highly creative time, particularly on the 8th when a spectacular aspect to Neptune heightens your senses and could bring spiritual enlightenment. The new moon on the 16th is the start of something new and exciting. LEO: JULY 23 - AUGUST 23 This month will be full of surprises: abundant Jupiter is strong in your sign and connects with the maverick planet Uranus on the 22nd. Your thinking is expansive and innovative and you can afford to be enterprising and enthusiastic with new projects, particularly around the 16th. July: Venus, the goddess of love and romance, is in your sign all month. Although she is in retrograde motion and delays may be expected, make the most of this exceptionally lucky time. The Sun enters your sign on the 23rd encouraging you to express what makes you unique.

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Community VIRGO: AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 22 Mercury, your ruling planet, moves out of the retrograde phase on the 12th; you’ll welcome this burst of vitality and renewed energy. Your business endeavours are in the spotlight this month and your desire for self-improvement brings many new opportunities your way. July: Mercury, your ruling planet, lights up the career sector of your chart. Changes are on the horizon; be sure to use this fast-paced energy before the 9th. The Sun and motivational Mars suggest that new opportunities concerning inspirational people could appear at any time. LIBRA: SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 23 Reflect on your progress so far, take stock and try not to make any major decisions until you have a clear picture of the way forward. This will all become easier as Mercury turns direct on the 12th and the new moon culminates in a pivotal sector of your chart on the 16th. July: The radiant Sun and motivational Mars at the highest point in your chart suggest that July will be a ground-breaking month. There is also lots of planetary activity on the social scene; Venus, your ruler, shines in majestic Leo and denotes optimism over what you want to achieve. SCORPIO: OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22 Finances and assets are in the spotlight this month, the 12th to the 16th are particularly important for major decisions and future plans. Relationship planet Venus moves into Leo on the 6th enabling you to express yourself in a more optimistic and enthusiastic manner. July: The Sun and energetic Mars are firing up a particularly adventurous sector of your chart, but you may be torn between domestic issues and the yearning for just getting away from it all. The new moon in Cancer on the 16th urges you to nurture yourself and build up your strength. SAGITTARIUS: NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 21 The month starts with a powerful full moon in your sign on the 2nd. The transformational planet Pluto is close by and ensures that great change is possible, if you are ready and willing. Any recent delays should start to ease as Mercury moves forward on the 12th. July: The full moon in your financial area on the 2nd suggests there is work to be done on your plans for the future. The new moon in Cancer on the 16th emphasises this, but with expansive Jupiter in Leo you’d rather be considering moving to pastures new and a splendid offer might just come your way. CAPRICORN: DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 20 Work and career matters are on the agenda this month; three planets in Gemini ensure that you have a high profile, and intuitively find yourself in the right place at the right time. Venus joins abundant Jupiter in Leo on the 6th bringing remarkable opportunities your way. July: Partnerships and relationships are at the top of your agenda this month. Mars is strong and boosts your energy, but be sure to think carefully about how best to use it, as you don’t want any misunderstandings. The full moon in your sign on the 2nd brings a few pleasant surprises. AQUARIUS: JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 18 This is the perfect month to be enjoying social activities, venturing out and meeting interesting and influential new people. As Mercury moves forward on the 12th your endeavours start flowing again; it’s time to pull out all the stops and get busy with major initiatives. July: The Sun and dynamic Mars are both highlighting work issues this month. Let go of limitations – a lot can be achieved with hard work and determination. The new moon on the 16th brings an interesting opportunity your way and you may have to take some unexpected action. PISCES: FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20 Uranus and Jupiter are making spectacular aspects to each other in your chart; finances and career breaks are in the spotlight this month. The 22nd is an important date and could bring the culmination of a long-cherished dream. The new moon on the 16th brings family life into focus. July: The Sun and Mars are together in the family sign of Cancer this month; both are highlighting the romantic area of your chart. The dynamic energy of Mars is impatient concerning an important decision – try to think carefully and be patient. The new moon on the 16th brings unexpected clarity.

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Riddings Rovers FC Reunion Evening – An Invitation …

been with the club since its inception will open proceedings and very popular local band Licksquid will provide the evening’s entertainment. There is also a giant raffle with some magnificent prizes. Anyone associated with the club at whatever age-group from any of the years is invited to join the proceedings and meet up with past players. There will be a remembrance for players no longer with us and any donations and profits from the evening will go to the Cyril Smith Fund.

Local successful amateur football club, Riddings Rovers, is having a reunion for anyone connected with the club between the years of 1967 and 2002. The club was formed in 1967 and competed over the years playing on both Saturdays and Sundays. The Club had Senior and Junior sides and had their fair share of success on the pitch with over 250 players having represented the club over the years. The club unfortunately disbanded in 2002. The reunion will take place on Saturday June 20th at the Bowls Arena at the Alfreton Leisure Centre. Start time is 7.30pm and approximately 200-300 persons are expected. Alan Smith, who has

Cyril Smith was a stalwart of the club and his sons Mark (who also played for the club) and Dean are running three marathons in six months to raise cash for two cancer charities, MacMillan Cancer Support and Ripley Hospital’s Butterley Ward. Anyone can make a donation via www.cyrilsmithfund.co.uk For further details of the evening, please contact Steve Sheldon 07970 601029 or Mick Deneley 07597 933814.

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Friendship Blooms Show your appreciation for a fellow member of the community; it may be a friend, a family member or maybe someone you’ve come into contact with who Julie Hurst of provides a wonderful service Margaret’s Florist or who works hard to make a difference. Let All Things Local surprise them with a fresh bouquet of flowers. All Things Local has joined forces with Julie Hurst (pictured) from Margaret’s Florist in Ripley, to offer readers the chance to show their appreciation for a fellow member of the community. The recipient of this issue’s bouquet is Jane Bembridge of Ripley, nominated by her friend, Tarina Gilbert also of Ripley: “I would like to nominate Jane Bembridge. She is a lovely person; she is always putting everyone first and just lately looking after her elderly father full time since her mum died. She is always thinking of other people and is a special friend, she even tells me she has adopted me as her sister. I think she would love to receive a bouquet, she really does deserve it!!!” Tarina Gilbert Nominate someone to receive the next bouquet. All you have to do is state, in no more than 100 words, who you are nominating. Include their address and the reasons why you are nominating them. You can nominate more than one person if they are living/working at the same address… and remember – flowers don’t just have to be for women! The only rule is that the person receiving the flowers must live or work within the Ripley postcode area (DE5). Just write your nomination on a piece of paper and send to Friendship Blooms, All Things Local, 74 Woodhouse Road, Kilburn, Belper,

Jane Bembridge (right) receives the bouquet from Tarina Gilbert

Derbyshire DE56 0NA or email your nomination to karyn@allthingslocal.co.uk putting ‘Friendship Blooms’ as the subject. Please include your full name, address and daytime telephone number on your nomination. Closing date for nominations for the next issue is Wednesday 24 June 2015.

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Monday - Quiz night & Sunday evening Bingo Regular family entertainment, charity events

Excellent choice of beers and spirits Large outdoor area with smoke shelter Home to Ripley School of Dancing & Amber Valley Camcorder Club Open daily Mon - Thurs 7pm - 11pm • Fri 3pm - 12am Sat 12pm - 12am • Sun 12pm - 11pm 268 Derby Road, Marehay, DE5 8JN Tel: 01773 742642 Yearly membership just £2 per adult & £1 junior (16-18 yrs)

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Stay ‘n’ Play Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn. Every Thursday 9.15am to 11.15am term time only.

3rd Codnor Scouts For girls and boys aged 6-14. All clubs meet at the Old Cricketer’s Bungalow at the side of the Old Welfare, Codnor. Beavers – Tuesdays 5.15pm till 6.30pm. Cubs – Tuesdays 6.45pm till 8.15pm. Scouts – Fridays 6.30pm till 8.15pm. Ann Cantrill 07817 636232.

Tae Kwon-do & Self Defence Kilburn Village Hall. Adult & Junior classes Sat: 10.00-12.00noon. Sun 9.30-10.30am Panthers 4-7 yrs Sat: 9.00-10.00am & Wed 5.00-6.00pm Contact Shirley 07779 812468 http://www.progressive-selfdefence.co.uk

Amber Valley Rotary Club Meets Tuesdays 6:45 for 7:00pm at Codnor Castle Inn, Ormonde Fields Golf Centre, Nottingham Road, Codnor. New members are welcome. Please contact us first if you are interested. Contact us on 07850 440001 or by our ‘Contact us’ page on www.rotary-ambervalley.org.uk

The Wednesday Club Denby Institute first Wednesday every month. 2.15pm. Betty: 01332 880726. All welcome.

Codnor & District WI 2nd Tuesday each month, 7.15pm at Methodist Church Hall, Mill Lane, Codnor. 01773 714098.

Walking for Health Every Thursday at 9:30 am – meet outside the Bourne’s Cafe at the Visitor Centre, Denby Pottery. Walks offered are up to 30 minutes, and 30 - 60 minutes. Contact Nikki Ottowell, Walk Coordinator: 01773 841428; nikki.ottowell@ambervalley.gov.uk.

Derbyshire County Council Children’s Centre – Come Out & Play in Codnor. Peveril House, Codnor. Play and information for families. Wednesdays 1.30pm-3.00pm. Telephone 01629 532601 or email: ironvillecc@derbyshire.gov.uk

Whist Drive Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn. Fortnightly on Wednesdays 2pm. 01773 741586

Jog Codnor Jog Derbyshire Group. Meets at the Poet & Castle Pub. For all abilities. Tuesdays at 7pm Contact: Ben 07500 600171 Tiny Talk Baby Sign Language Class Mondays 1.30-2.30pm at Waingroves Community Centre, Church Street, Waingroves DE5 9TX Trish Wright: 07795 554375 or trishw@tinytalk.co.uk

Denby & Kilburn 1st Horsley & Kilburn Brownies Scout Hut, Highfield Road, Kilburn, Wednesday 6.30pm to 8pm. Call 01332 882535 or 07545 551890 for details. 3rd Horsley & Kilburn Brownies Wednesday 6.30pm to 8pm at Kilburn Methodist Chapel Brown Owl (Trish Rose) 01332 881786 1st Horsley & Kilburn Rainbows St Clements Church, Church St, Horsley Thurs 6.00pm – 7.00pm. Contact Sarah 07454224088 1st Horsley & Kilburn Scout Group For boys & girls aged 6 to 14 at Scout HQ, Highfield Rd, Kilburn. Contact: Richard Ward, 01773 857232 or 07795 420505. Chatterbox Café Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn, every second Friday, 10am to midday, in conjunction with Mobile Library sited on car park. Coffee, cakes; relax, chat or read. Enid: 01332 780486. Denby Footpaths Group Maintenance and preservation of local footpaths; community walks, circular routes. Jane: 01332 781305, or e-mail denby-footpaths-group@hotmail.co.uk Intermediate Adults Dance Classes Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn. Latin American and Ballroom, Thursdays 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Patricia Cooke: 01332 660837. Kilburn Christian Fellowship Meet in Kilburn Village Hall, Church Street, Kilburn, 5pm to 6pm on the second Sunday of each month, refreshments. All ages welcome. Godfrey: 01332 781200 Kilburn Community Choir A time of singing and fun, no experience needed. Hunters Arms, Kilburn. 1st & 3rd Thursdays from 7-8.30pm. Info: Cathy 07986 450580. Kilburn Life Group 8 Sitwell Drive, Kilburn. 10am to 11.30am first and third Wednesday of month. Discuss issues on life matters. Cynthia: 01332 882713. Kilburn Striders Jog Derbyshire Group Meets at car park opposite Pickford Gardens. For all abilities. Meets at various times. Please call Ross for details. Ross: 07791 683056 Kyleburn Historical Society Kilburn Baptist Chapel Schoolroom, Highfield Road, Kilburn, every third Thursday, 7.30pm. Speakers. Chairman. Keith Staley: 01332 881853. Kilburn Wine Circle Kilburn Village Hall, Church St., DE56 0LU. Every third Wednesday of the month to taste wine. Contact David Savidge 0115 930 3712 or Phil Bacon 01332 883267. Mums & Minis Denby Bottles Church, Danesby Crescent, Tuesdays 10am to 12noon. Mike and Alison James 01773 743104 Probus Club For retired people. Meet at Denby Lodge, Denby on the second Thursday each month at 10.45am. New members welcome. Mr H Hunt: 01773 570483

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Horsley Woodhouse 1st Sitwell Scout Group For cubs aged 7 ½ to 11. Meet every Weds 6.30-8pm. Sitwell Scout HQ off Church Lane, Horsley Woodhouse DE7 6AW. Other sections to open soon. Info: www.1stsitwellscoutgroup.co.uk, Email: Cubs@1stsitwellscoutgroup.co.uk Dance Night Horsley Woodhouse Church Hall, Main Street. Every Monday 7.00pm, Line Dancing with Megan; and at 8.15pm. Eric: 01332 881566 or 07790 863997 Horsley Woodhouse Joggers Meet at the church hall, Horsley Woodhouse 7.00pm Thursdays. £2 per session. Beginners group for new or returning joggers. Contact: Sam Draper 07891 571488. Horsley Woodhouse Pre-School Methodist Church Hall, Main Street. Term Time: Under 3’s Monday & Wednesday 1.00pm to 3.30pm. Over 3’s Monday to Friday 9.15am to 12.15pm. Call 07969 964842 during opening hours. Horsley Woodhouse Royal British Legion Horsley Woodhouse Over 60’s Club meets in the hall, alternate Tuesdays at 2pm. Bingo, dominoes and cards. Outings for members at regular intervals. Subs £8 per year. Come and join our friendly group. Call Don 01332 881379. Orchard Group Dominoes, Scrabble, and Whist at Orchard Community Centre, off Fairfield Road, alternate Tuesdays 2pm. 01332 883240. Over 55’s Gentle Exercise Class Horsley Woodhouse Church Hall, Main Street. Every Wednesday 1.30pm to 2.30pm. Pauline Clarke: 01773 712829 or Eric 01332 881566 Tae Kwon-Do Practical Self Defence Horsley Woodhouse Church Hall, Adult & Junior Classes, Tuesday 6.30-8.30pm. Contact Shirley 07779 812468 http://www.progressive-selfdefence.co.uk Walking for Health Every Wednesday, 9:45am – meet outside the Ex-service and Working Men’s Club, Horsley Woodhouse. Walks offered are 30 - 60 minutes, and 45 - 90 minutes (please call for details before attending). Contact Nikki Ottowell, Walk Coordinator: 01773 841428; nikki.ottowell@ambervalley.gov.uk. Whist Drive British Legion Hall, Main Street, Horsley Woodhouse, every Friday 7.30pm. Malcolm Parkin 01332 880160

Ripley 1st Ripley Scout Group Cubs, Beavers, Scouts 6/14 years for boys and girls. To join call group scout leader, Ron Ashton on 01773 745420 www.1stRipleyScouts.org 4th Ripley Rainbows For girls age 5+. Visit www.girlguiding.org.uk for details Allsorts Activities for 0 to 5-year-olds. Free group on Thursdays 10.15am to 11.15am at Salvation Army Church, Heath Road. Further details: 01629 533900 Alphabet Childminding Group Meet at Denby Institute and Ripley Children’s Centre. Childminders wishing to join the group can call Marion on 07952 798808, Claire 07891 956715, Trina 07875 142583. Amber Valley Access Group Contact Keith Boot 07980 591801. Email info@avag.org.uk www.avag.org.uk

Little Black Book Amber Valley Camcorder Club Marehay Miners Welfare, Derby Road, Ripley, meet alternate Tuesdays 7.45pm from September to June. Geoff Thompson: 01773 748559. avcamclub@gmail.com

Ripley Ladies Group Meet 1st Tuesday of every month 7.30pm at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. New members very welcome. Contact Gill 01773 744580.

Amber Valley CVS Volunteers needed to work with various organisations. Supports older people, families, children, helps and supports local groups giving advice on funding, as well as offering training, facilities and resources. Further details: 01773 512076.

Ripley Leisure Centre Badminton Club Meet Thursdays 7.30pm – 10.30pm at Ripley Leisure Centre. Players of a club or local league standard are welcome. Ladies, Mens & Mixed teams. Info: Kay 01332 883622

Amber Valley Stroke Group Meet alternate Fridays at St Joseph’s Hall, Butterley Hill, Ripley. Supporting stroke survivors. Call Mary 01773 747813.

Ripley Memory Cafe Third Thursday of each month 2-4pm, Field Terrace Community Room, Off Slack Ln., DE5 3HL. (Opp. Co-op) Info: Helen Aldridge 01332 208845 or email derbyshire@alzheimers.org.uk

Amber Valley Talking Newspaper People who have difficulty reading can receive tapes of local news (weekly) and magazines (monthly) free of charge. Info: Ellen Hughes 01773 608954.

Ripley Morris Men Male Cotswold Morris Side, meet every Thursday at Fritchley Church Hall, Fritchley, 8pm to 10pm. New and experienced dancers and musicians welcome. 01773 743560.

Breastfeeding Support Group Free group for breastfeeding mums & mums to be interested in breastfeeding. Thurs 1.00 – 2.30, Ripley Children’s Centre, Sandham Lane, Ripley. Info: 01629 533900. Centre Stage Theatre Arts Dance, drama and singing for young people 5 to 18. Every Thursday evening during term time, at Mill Hill School, Ripley. Call 01332 232940 or email enquiries@csta.org.uk for details. Disability Derbyshire Join our support group for people suffering from depression and anxiety. Last Tues of each month 10.30am-12noon. Field Terrace Community Room, Ripley. Info & attendance confirmation: Disability Derbyshire 01773 740246.

Ripley Poetry Reading Group Meet at Ripley Library, Grosvenor Road, Ripley, twice monthly, Thursday afternoons, 2pm to 4pm. Janet Dawson 01773 513247. Ripley Recorded Music Society Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. Meet twice a month, Thursday evening at 7.30pm until 9.30pm. To promote interest in an appreciation of classical music through the recording medium. Concert visits & Christmas social. Contact Bob Astill, Secretary (01773) 714368. www.thefrms.co.uk/affprogs/ripley.htm

Friendship Circle Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley, every Thursday 10am to 12noon.

Ripley Rotary Club Meet Tuesdays 6:40 for 7pm at Lumb Farm Country Club, Derby Road, Marehay, Ripley. New members welcome. Contact Secretary on 01773 747415 or email: ripleyrotaryclub@aol.com

Greenhillock’s Fellowship Club for over 50’s. Wood Street Methodist Church, Ripley, Wednesdays 2pm to 3.30pm. Quality entertainment, speakers, social afternoons, quizzes, day trips. David: 01773 423854.

Ripley Royal British Legion Branch 3669 Meet first Thursday of every month at The Pear Tree, Derby Rd. Ripley. 7.30-9.00pm. All welcome. Info: Chair Dean Fowler 07966 442387 or email dean.fowler1@btinternet.com

Hearing Help (AV) Social group every 3rd Wednesday 11.45am-2.30pm. Lip Reading Group every Friday 10am-12pm. At 156 Derby Road, Ripley. 01773 570976.

Ripley Running Club Meet at Ripley Leisure Centre, Derby Road, Ripley every Tuesday at 6.45pm Runners of all abilities welcome. More info: Eleanor Robinson on 01773 541950, or mail@ripleyrunningclub.com www.ripleyrunningclub.com

Little Rascals A play session for parents under 25 and their children. Support and advice available if needed. Tues 1.30pm-2.45pm. (Term time only) Ripley Children’s Centre, Sandham Lane, Ripley. 01629 533900 Messy Mondays Come along & get messy. Free group for children to explore & experiment with new textures & experiences. Mons 10.15am-11.15am, Wood Street Methodist Church. 01629 533900. Please wear old clothes. Moorwood Moor Angling Club Ponds on Inns Lane, South Wingfield, daily 6am to 10pm. More details on membership, and junior teach-in sessions from John and Kath: 01773 746486 Musical Dimension Singing group available for bookings – all monies raised donated to local charities. Practice nights Tuesdays 7.30pm at Marehay Methodist Chapel, Ripley. Call 01773 742017 for details and to book or visit www.musicaldimension.co.uk Ripley (Amber Valley) Lions Club Meet every first Monday of the month at the Kestrel Inn, Marehay, 8pm. Geoff Bacon: 01773 608786. Ripley Absolute Beginners Jog Group Meet Ripley Leisure Centre 9.00am Saturday mornings. Email: jogripley@hotmail.co.uk or Tel Ryan 07854 035770.

Ripley School of Dancing Marehay Welfare, Derby Road, Marehay, Ripley. Ballroom, Latin American & Classical. Mum’s & Children’s class, Saturdays 9.45-10.45am. Adult’s practice/tuition class, Mondays 7.30-8.30pm. Private lessons by appointment: Brenda Jackson 01773 749948. Ripley Tuesday Club Club for over 60’s. Meet every Tues, 2-4 pm at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. Speakers, Bingo, other events and days out. All welcome. Contact Eileen Towndrow 01773 741329. Ripley WI Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. 2nd Thursday every month at 7pm. Contact: Christine Byard 01773 745170. Tae Kwon-Do Classes Ripley Infants School, Kirk Close, Ripley DE5 3RY. Tues & Fri at 6pm. David: 01773 744031. The Ripley Art Group Meet every Weds at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley. 2pm-4pm. For retired people. New members welcome. Info: Jeff Barber 01773 570255. Trent Psychological Therapies Service Free NHS Counselling and CBT. 1st Floor, 11a Grosvenor Rd, Ripley DE5 3JE For appointment call 01332 265659 or visit www.trentpts.co.uk

Ripley Amateur Drama Group Meet every Mon at Mill Hill School. 7.30pm – 9.30pm. Info: Terry Thorpe 01773 743471

Twistin’ Tots Fridays at Planet Happy, Heage Rd. Ind Est., Ripley. 9.30-10.30 & 11-12 noon. Twistin Tikes, ages 3-5. 1.30-2.30pm.Contact Jacqui 07977 578359 or info@twistintots.co.uk www.facebook/twistintots

Ripley and District Gardening Club Every third Saturday at Field Terrace Community Centre, Ripley 3pm to 5pm. New members very welcome.

Unicorns Support group for parents & carers of children with additional or complex needs or disabilities. 2nd Weds of month. 1.15pm-2.45pm, Ripley Children’s Centre. Tel: 01629 533900.

Ripley & District Twinning Association Twinned with Chateau Renault, France. Monthly meetings. Details from Roland: 01773 746543. Ripley & District U3A Monthly meetings at St Joseph’s Church Hall, Butterley Hill, Ripley. Dates vary. Many different interests catered for. Call Tony 07773 897621. Ripley Cadets Parade on Monday & Thursday 18.45-21.00 at the Cadet Centre, Mill Hill School. Open to all young people 12-18. Contact: Jo Moody 0785 2102104 Ripley Green Garters Ladies North West Morris Dance Team meet every Tuesday at St Joseph’s Church Hall, Butterley Hill, Ripley, 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Dancers and musicians welcome. 01773 743560. Ripley Hospital League of Friends Ripley Hospital, second Thursday of the month at 7.30pm. To raise funds for the health, welfare and comfort of patients and staff. Mrs Phyllis Holmes: 01773 747355

WaistWise Free NHS Weight Management Service, available throughout Amber Valley all year round. To find your nearest one call Derbyshire Health Promotion Service on 01246 868468.

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Community Diary June/July 2015 June 6th: Waingroves Methodist Church Prayer Meeting, 10.15am. 6th: William Gilbert School, Vicarage Lane, Duffield presents their 2015 School Fête, 11am-2pm. Stalls, activities and entertainment including ‘William Gilbert School’s Got Talent’. All welcome. 6th: Spring Fair, Ripley Spiritualist Church, Argyll Road, Ripley. 2.30pm-4pm, entry 20p. 7th: Novelty Dog Show, The Hurt Arms, Ambergate 11am-4pm. Food served & craft stalls. £3 per class to enter, rosettes to 5th place. A fun day out! Proceeds to Marie Curie. 10th, 17th & 24th: Waingroves Methodist Church – Margaret Barker’s Bible Study on “The Dead Sea Scrolls”, Wednesdays 7pm. 13th: Derbyshire Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild present “Back to Basics” talk & hands-on session on spinning, weaving and dyeing with Ruth Hicken. 10.30am-4pm, St Mary’s Church Hall, Darley Lane, Derby DE1 3AX. Please bring a packed lunch to eat in or go in to Derby for lunch. Visitors most welcome. Contact: 01773 835995. 13th: Waingroves Methodist Church – Attic Sale, 10am -12noon. 13th: St Matthew’s Church, Morley – Annual Church Garden Party. Held on the Croquet Lawn (in Church if wet). To be opened at 2pm by local radio presenter Andy Twigge (Twiggy). Stalls, raffle, refreshments. Admission free, all welcome. Proceeds to Church Funds. Info: 01332 831830. 13th: Evening of Mediumship with Lisa Bonito Day, Ripley Spiritualist Church, Argyll Road, Ripley. Entry £4 on door. 18th, 19th, 20th: Little Eaton Players present ‘Run for your Wife’ by Ray Cooney at Little Eaton Village Hall; 7pm for 7.30pm. Tickets £7 from Little Eaton Newsagents. Info: littleeatonplayers@hotmail.co.uk. 27th: Duffield Carnival – street procession starts at 1.45pm followed by lots of fun on Eyes Meadow until 9pm. Theme is “Children’s Books and Comics”. Enjoy local performers, music, fairground rides, stalls and an evening of live bands. Info: duffieldcarnival.co.uk; Facebook: ‘Duffield carnival’; Twitter: @duffieldcarniva ; Email: duffieldcarnival@gmail.com. 28th: Waingroves Methodist Church – Caribbean Mission Event, 3pm. Various activities including cricket, dance, paper flower making, masks and shell bracelets. Caribbean food. July 4th: Waingroves Methodist Church Prayer Meeting, 10.15am. 11th: Derbyshire Branch of The Embroiderers’ Guild present “Inspiration for Stitch” by Sue Stone. 10.30am-4pm, St Mary’s Church Hall, Darley Lane, Derby DE1 3AX. Please bring a packed lunch to eat in or go in to Derby for lunch. Visitors most welcome. Contact: 01773 835995. 14th: Waingroves Methodist Church’s Friends & Neighbours Summer Soiree, 7.45pm. Come and join the singing and enjoy supper afterwards. 17th & 18th: Waingroves Methodist Church Second-hand Book Sales – Friday 17th, 3pm-4.30pm & 6.30pm-9pm; Saturday 18th, 10am-12noon. 18th: Horsley Woodhouse Carnival. Parade leaves the Arthur Medical Centre 1.10pm. Main event at Sitwell recreation ground. Attractions include terrier racing, performance from Studio 7 Dance Academy, tug-o-war, classic car parade and marching bands as well as many other stalls, games & activities. Entry £2 adults/children free. Search ‘Horsley Woodhouse Carnival’ on Facebook. Please check events with the venue/organiser as the publisher accepts no responsibility if events are changed/cancelled following publication. If you have a one-off event or special excursion for August / September 2015 please e-mail it to helen@allthingslocal.co.uk. Deadline is WEDNESDAY 24TH JUNE 2015.

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Bathrooms: Affordable Kitchens & Bathrooms 30 Bathrooms: Arctic Interiors 38 Beauty Therapy: Essentials Beauty 25 Beauty Therapy: Serene Retreat 21 Bedrooms: Contour Furnishings 48 Building Work: Gary Wain 39 Building Work: JJN 36 Building Work: K J Developments 4 Building Work: Peak Building 34 Building Work: TDB 48 Car Body Repairs: B A Kelf 27 Car Body Repairs: Martin Buxton 27 Car Sales, Servicing, Repairs, MoTs: Geoff Cox 2 Car Servicing Repairs: Little Eaton Garage 26 Car Servicing Repairs: Marehay Vauxhall 26 Care Home: Ashmere 61 Carpets & Flooring: Mill Floorings 1 Carpets & Flooring: T Nutt & Sons Ltd 7 Children’s Soft Play Centre: Planet Happy 51 Chimney Sweep: Sooty & Sweep 4 Cleaning: Lindsay Phillips Property Care 4 Dental Practice: Glendair Dentures: Amber Technology Drama Classes: Flippan C Creative Driveways: Amber Valley Driveways Driving Instructor: Mason Driving School

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Electrician: Andy Hill Electrician: JSP Electrical Electrician: TME Electrical

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Financial Advice: Belper IFS Florist: Margaret’s Florist Foot Health: The Chiropody Clinic

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Garden & Property Services: Guy’s Garden Centre: Meynell Langley

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Hair Salon: Serene Retreat Hotel: The Derby Hotel Blackpool

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Joinery: R & D Joinery

Kitchens: Affordable Kitchens & Bathrooms 30 Kitchens: Arctic Interiors 38 Kitchens: Holtams 37 Landscaping: Langley Landscaping

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Optician: Specsavers 3 Oven Cleaning: Oven Rescue 4 Oven Cleaning: Oven Wizards 39 Painting & Decorating: Chroma Painting & Decorating: Roy Milner Personal Trainer: Alex Robinson Plastering: Claxton Plastering Plumbing & Heating: Black’s Plumbing & Heating: Mark Denton Property: Langridge Homes Public House: The Holly Bush Public House/Social Club: The Marehay Miners Welfare Public House: Marquis of Ormonde

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Restaurant: Denby Lodge Restaurant: George’s Tradition Restaurant: The Holly Bush Restaurant: Marquis of Ormonde Roofing: Bill Kiely Roofing: JAL Roofing

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