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Competitions & Puzzles Prize crossword – Win a 2 course Sunday Lunch for 2 people at The Kedleston Country House 6 Champagne Sudoku

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WELCOME LETTER

Hello readers

Welcome to the August/September issue of All Things Local! With any luck, by the time you read this summer will be in full swing. At the time of going to print, we’ve been experiencing a real mix of weather from glorious sunshine to heavy showers and thunderstorms … just your typical British summer really!

Carnival and Festival Season is currently upon us which is sure to guarantee some changeable weather if nothing else does! Festival goers are well-versed in pulling on their wellies and partying in the mud. However, if you’re not one for trekking to Glasto (and, let’s face it, it’s not for everyone!) you can still enjoy the festival atmosphere right here in our local area. From the ‘Fake Festival’ held at Markeaton Park to ‘The Eyes Have It’ at Eyes Meadow in Duffield, ‘Music Night’ at Horsley Woodhouse Carnival, ‘Y Not’ Festival hosted at Pikehall, Darley Park’s classical outdoor concert and many more besides … there has been, and continues to be, plenty of music right here on our doorstep to keep us entertained this summer. Some of us were even treated to parts of Metallica’s set from Download, Donington, the sounds of which travelled for miles on the breeze (whether we liked it or not!). Whether you’re into rocking in the mosh pit or chilling out in a park on a picnic rug listening to something altogether more sedate, live, outdoor music really is a treat in the summer and something to cherish and enjoy, whatever the weather.

As well as carnivals and festivals there are many other things that we automatically associate with summer – sun, sea, sandcastles, ice creams, donkey rides to name but a few! And, while we don’t see all of those things in land-locked Derbyshire we often do our best impression of being beside the seaside, whether that’s by taking a trip to the ‘inland seaside resort’ of Matlock Bath, dipping our toes in the Derwent or having a boat ride and

enjoying an ice cream at Belper’s River Gardens … you can enjoy much of what the typical beach resorts have to offer without spending hours in the car. So, if you’re not coast-ward bound this summer, fear not! You can have just as good a time right here!

If you’d like to add a little extra sparkle to your summer, why not enter our ‘Champagne Sudoku’ competition on page 13 for your chance of winning a bottle of Champagne or, if words are more your thing, you could try our Prize Crossword to win a Sunday roast for two, courtesy of The Kedleston Country House, Quarndon. Entries for both competitions close on 16th August, so don’t delay! Get your entry in on time to be in the draw!

We hope you have a fabulous summer, however or wherever you spend it. Autumn will be here before you know it and we’ll be back in a couple of months with our October/November issue. Until then, take care – stay safe and have fun in the sun (or rain!).

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Just a Thought...

Expecting Better

I’d like to invite you to think about your lenses, ‘But Fliss I don’t wear glasses!’

Fear not, because this article has nothing to do with spectacles and everything to do with expectations.

Expecting things is inevitable in life. We expect the small things like a drink with friends once a month right up to the big things like a safe job to fund our needs. It would be churlish then for me to ask you to stop expecting things.

Sadly, though, another inevitability is that our expectations are not always met. We may not have the cash to splurge on cocktails or we may be stuck in our work. It could be that a nailed-on promotion was not so securely promised.

With the falling short of said expectations comes a sense of loss, despair, upset, unfairness.

This is where I want you to inspect your lenses, the lens that you view your situations through. There are two (well, three) words that can come into play when expectations are not realised, and they are ‘should’ and ‘would/could’.

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The easiest one to grab for is ‘should’ because this neural pathway is often hardwired from childhood. It comes from a sense that if we want it and we try for it, it should happen. ‘I should have gotten that promotion; I should have been the one with the pay rise, I should be able to meet my mates at the pub when I want’. From here, the spiral into pity and negative trends is all too easy.

Conversely, ‘I would have benefitted from the promotion and pay rise but now I’ve got an opportunity to find out what to do better next time. I could ask my friends to come over for coffee instead.’

Get curious when things go wrong, ask questions, and let that ‘would’ or even ‘could’ lead you to a new perspective that can allow you to learn and grow. I am not saying a good old wallow isn’t needed from time to time. A few tears over coffee or an inordinate amount of cake is fine.

I am just saying that after that, clean your lens and inspect your expectations! I would have expected nothing less!

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Lifestyle

The Dark Side of Candles Candles! Those mystical, flickering sticks of wax that have been illuminating our lives since we discovered fire and decided to make it more aesthetically pleasing.

This September, we welcome World Candle Month. An international celebration of these luminous wonders.

A few years ago, I was strolling through a craft event, minding my own business, when suddenly a friendly vendor popped the ultimate question: “Do you like candles?” I stopped in my tracks, paralysed by the enormity of the enquiry. All at once, I was thrown into the dark side of candles…

Did I like candles? Did I not like candles? Is this a question I should have considered before? Were other people perfectly clear on their stance with regards to candles? Would you have had an immediate answer?

Fear not, because World Candle Month is here to shine a light so you don’t get left in the dark.

Long, long ago, before the modern-day trickery of electric lighting, the Egyptians had a clever idea to make fire sticks more manageable. They fashioned torches out of reeds soaked in animal fat.

The Romans improved upon the concept by developing wicked candles made of tallow. That’s a delightful combination

Poem: Back to School Brand new socks and nice new shoes New pens, felt tips and bag to use New pencil case – which one to choose?

Back to school again Moving classrooms, up one year Some friends have gone, a few still here New school book smell, fresh, clean and clear Back to school again New teachers, subjects, lesson plans New things I’ve yet to understand Join in at break, or apart, I stand Back to school again And then the bell – it’s time to go Whilst now, the time goes r e a l l y s l o w It will be half term before I know Back to school again And as each term’s eventually passed Another school year gone at last My students grow up far too fast Back to school again

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of animal fat and other interesting substances.

The wicks were made from papyrus, which added a touch of class.

Nothing quite says sophistication like a flaming piece of fat in an elegant holder.

Fast forward a few centuries and candles became a symbol of devotion in religious ceremonies. They illuminated the path to enlightenment and a higher power.

But let’s return to the encounter I had at the craft fair. It was there I discovered that, just like the legendary Tupperware parties of yesteryear, candle parties have become a thing.

Imagine gathering your friends, sipping mocktails and discussing the intricate details of your favourite candles.

In fact, there are many uses of candles. They can set a romantic ambiance, create a soothing atmosphere for relaxation and even provide emergency lighting during a power cut. As you celebrate World Candle Month, take a moment to ponder the profound question: Do you like candles? Or how about four candles?

By Jessica White

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Travel

Sojourning in Sorrento Sorrento is a sun-soaked slice of paradise, where lemon-bearing trees and pastel-painted buildings meet turquoise waters framed by mountains.

With the likes of Pompeii, Capri and the Amalfi Coast all within easy reach, Sorrento is the perfect base for a holiday that can be as relaxing or active as you like.

Here are just a handful of the best things to do in and around the town:

Stroll through Piazza Tasso

Piazza Tasso is the beating heart of Sorrento.

This ‘Old Town’ is a treat for the senses: shop for souvenirs with the sun on your back and the smell of fresh lemons in the air, before soaking up the ambience from a pavement café, gelato in hand.

Cruise along the Amalfi Coast

There are a few ways to explore the Amalfi Coast.

While the buses are often crowded and driving the twisted roads is not for the faint-hearted, booking a boat trip will allow you to enjoy the precipitous crags, cliff-clinging hotels and hidden coves – completely stress-free.

Many boat trips will include stops at the towns of Amalfi and Positano, where you can take a dip in the turquoise waters for one of the most scenic swims in the world.

Spend a day in Capri

A favourite haunt for celebrities and the superrich, Capri is a mindblowingly beautiful island off the coast of Sorrento.

It takes luxury very seriously, with no shortage of expensive restaurants and boutiques to splash your cash. However, Capri is much more than a shopping haven: soak up the views from the Monte Solaro chairlift, walk the cove-studded coastline or visit the Blue Grotto – a dark cavern where the sea glows electric blue.

Discover Pompeii

You can’t visit Sorrento without taking a day to explore the nearby ancient city of Pompeii. Simultaneously

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destroyed and preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, it remains a remarkable example of how the Romans once lived and a dark reminder of the destructive forces of Mother Nature. Walk down Roman streets and explore millennia-old houses, temples, shops, cafes, amphitheatres – and even a brothel.

Climb up Mount Vesuvius

Towering over the Bay of Naples, Vesuvius remains one of the world’s most carefully monitored volcanoes. Having erupted more than 30 times since its infamous explosion in AD 79, the volcano was believed to have once been much taller than its current height (1,281m).

You can take a coach trip to the top from Sorrento or from Pompeii, where you’ll be dropped off and invited to climb the final 30-minute trek to the crater.

Explore on foot

Some of the best sights in Sorrento can be seen by lacing up your walking boots and exploring on foot.

There are numerous walking trails leaving from the centre, taking you through lush greenery, gorgeous lemon groves and quaint Italian villages.

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Short Story The Pied Piper “Do me a favour,” Aunty June squeezed Claire’s hand after giving her a hug, “when your Uncle Derek comes back from the bar, don’t say a word about his jacket.”

“Why?” Claire took off her coat and settled down next to her. “What about his jacket?”

“You’ll know when you see it.” June lowered her voice. “It really is the most hideous garment you’ll ever lay eyes on.” Claire laughed. Uncle Derek was known by everyone as a keen ornithologist and not for his fashion choices. He was rarely seen sporting anything other than his anorak and binoculars.

“Thanks for warning me,” Claire said. “Has he bought himself a new camouflage jacket?”

“Quite the opposite.” June pulled a face. “It’s sort of a blouson-style bomber jacket and a patchwork of different coloured leather, like it’s been made from all the remnants at the bottom of the barrel. I call it Derek’s coat of many colours – though not to his face, mind you.”

“Where did he get that from?” Claire pulled a face, unable to imagine her uncle in such a thing.

“That’s why you’re not to mention it, he’ll just go on about how he haggled a poor chap down on a stall at the Sunday market,” she said. “He thinks it’s the bargain of the century, but I’m sure the bloke would have happily given it away just to see the back of it.”

“And speaking of the back of it,” June continued, “that’s where the horrors really lie.”

“What do you mean?” Claire was intrigued.

“On the back, in diamante studs,” June checked over her shoulder to make sure Derek was not returning, “it says ‘Sparkle’, only some of the studs have fallen off so it actually says ‘Spurkie’. All his mates at the rambling club have started calling him Spurkie.” June shook her head, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

“And he has no idea why.”

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“You’ve got to be kidding me?” Claire giggled.

“I wish I was. I tried to give it to the charity shop, but they wouldn’t take it,” June whispered. “Rolled their eyes and said they didn’t have space on their ladieswear rack for it.”

“Ladieswear?” Claire snorted. “Have you told Derek this?” “Course not!” June gasped. “Can you imagine the sulking? My life wouldn’t be worth living.”

“Why is he so fond of it?” Claire couldn’t understand Uncle Derek’s sudden interest in garish fashion.

Everyone knew he was only interested in the great outdoors, never the catwalks of Milan.

June dropped her voice even lower. “What if I told you he said it was to attract the birds?”

“Oh June, I had no idea!” Claire’s mouth fell open.

“You and Derek have always seemed so happy together.”

“Don’t be daft, it’s Derek we’re talking about!” June snorted. “Not women! I’m talking the feathered variety – magpies, jackdaws, jays.”

“They are his favourite birds.” Claire nodded, still unable to make sense of it.

“He says it attracts them, you know with all the diamante.” June grimaced. “They follow him about.

He’s like the pied piper of crows. Quick, here he comes now…” She gave Claire her hardest stare.

“Not a word.”

Claire looked up as Uncle Derek, gaily adorned in his jacket, approached the table with a tray of drinks, and wondered how she was ever going to talk about anything else.

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Food, Drink & Entertainment

Recipe Chicken Kebabs with Tomato Chilli Sauce These colourful kebabs have a fabulous flavour of Korea and are super easy to make at home – delicious for al fresco entertaining!

Serves: 4 Preparation time: 10-15 minutes, plus marinating Cooking time: 8-10 minutes Ingredients: • 4 skinless chicken breast fillets, cut into chunks • About 30 British cherry tomatoes • 3 tbsp toasted sesame oil • 2 tbsp light soy sauce • 2 tbsp rice vinegar or white wine vinegar • 15g fresh root ginger, peeled and grated • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • ¼ tsp dried chilli flakes • 4 spring onions, trimmed and sliced on the slant • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • A few pinches of sugar • Toasted sesame seeds, spring onions and lime wedges, to garnish For the tomato chilli sauce • 300g British classic tomatoes, finely chopped • 1 shallot, peeled and very finely chopped • 1 tsp finely chopped fresh red chilli • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or white wine vinegar • 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander

Method:

Thread the chicken onto wooden kebab sticks that have been pre-soaked, alternating with the cherry tomatoes.

In a shallow dish, mix together the sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, chilli flakes and spring onions. Season with salt, black pepper and sugar. Add the kebabs, turning them to coat in the marinade, then cover and leave to marinate for 30-40 minutes, turning occasionally.

Preheat the grill to hot.

For the sauce, mix together all the ingredients and season with salt, pepper and a pinch of sugar.

Grill the kebabs under the hot grill for 8-10 minutes, turning often.

Serve with the tomato chilli sauce, garnished with toasted sesame seeds, spring onions and lime wedges.

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Beer: Little Earth Project Nestled in the Suffolk countryside, a stone’s throw from Ipswich, is a small village called Edwardstone, with a population of just 375.

The hub of this community is the White Horse, a regular in CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide for over 20 years, as well as being recognised for its initiatives in green tourism. Not only are there solar panels on the roof, they also source the water from their own borehole and have three wood burners for warmth in the winter, using local coppiced wood. Also, next door, the much-revered brewery Little Earth Project, who specialise in barrel-aged sour beers, are plying their trade, with six of their beers pouring at any one time in the pub.

On a recent visit, I stayed in one of their two holiday chalets over the early May Bank Holiday weekend (they also have a campsite next door too), which was well appointed, clean and we were made to feel most welcome.

I timed it right, as they were holding a Dark Ale Festival on that

weekend, which gave me plenty to choose from over the few days while I was using it as a base. The highlights from Little Earth Project included:

‘Its Life, Jim Mk II’ 15.2%

The aroma was in typical barley wine territory, with the beer being plummy, deep and full of raisin sweetness. It had what I describe as a basil, herby-like finish.

‘Export India Porter’ 6.4%

This porter offers up a sour and funky quality, which you don’t expect from a dark beer, with a cherry-like sweet finish.

‘Echoes of Summer 2021’ – 5.6%

Initial flavours are tart raspberry with a cherry plum tartness, but it is balanced with a funkiness from the oak barrel aging.

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Word on Wine

black cherries, low tannins and good end flavours.

During a recent trip to the Majestic store in Derby they had a new range of wines available for tasting, from California, USA (not Derby!).

Technical Details Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon with a small amount of Merlot.

Appearance: Deep red colour with a light rim.

Nose / Aroma: Blackberries and Black cherries.

Taste: Blackberries, black cherries, vanilla spice and chocolate.

Alcohol by Volume: 13% Food Match: Any red meat dish or cheese.

Available from: Majestic store, Ashbourne Road, Derby. £14.99 per bottle or £9.99 as part of a box of 6.

The range, made for Majestic, is called ‘Toast & Honey’ and includes a Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon.

As I’m normally a white wine drinker I was impressed with the smooth and full fruit taste of the Cabernet Sauvignon.

Cabernet Sauvignon is a relatively recent addition to the group of wine grapes and has been proved by DNA testing in California to have derived naturally from Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc crossover. From its origins in Bordeaux, where it is blended with other varietals, the grapes are now grown in warm areas of the world, producing wines which are easily recognised as Cabernet Sauvignon with fruit-driven flavours and taking on the local terroir.

The ‘Toast & Honey’ range is from Lodi in California, made by a 4th generation winemaker, and shows all the characteristics of a wine made in the New World. The region is renowned for its Zinfandel red wines. Lodi’s Mediterranean climate produces a fresh and juicy Cabernet Sauvignon wine. The late-harvested small berries have approximately 1:12 pipe to pulp ratio (other grape varieties have around 1:25 ratio) which produces a fruit-driven wine with flavours of blackberry and

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Motoring

Motoring The Best Small Electric Cars on Sale Today Looking for a compact EV? Here are five great choices Small cars lend themselves perfectly to being EVs, typically being used for shorter routes. There’s a good range of options, with these also being an affordable way to drive an EV. Here are the best small electric cars on the market.

Mini Electric

Mini’s 3-Door Hatch is an icon, and it got even better in 2020 when this British brand introduced the Electric.

We’d argue this Mini is even more impressive and fun in Electric guise than petrol versions.

Retaining all the style and high-quality interior of the regular model, the Electric is one of the lightest EVs on sale. As a result, it feels particularly fun and agile to drive, aided by its punchy 181bhp electric motor. A claimed 145-mile range isn’t the longest but should be plenty for many drivers.

Fiat 500

Ever since Fiat revived its 500 in 2008, this has been a particularly popular choice and remains one of the best-selling cars across Europe. Fiat’s electric 500 propels this city car into modern territory.

It might retain similarly chic styling to the standard petrol Fiat 500 but the electric version is an entirely different car and gets a range of new technology and driver-assistance features. It’s not a cheap choice, especially by city car standards, but it does offer a 199-mile electric range if you opt for the larger 42kWh battery.

Peugeot e-208

Peugeot’s 208 supermini was the best-selling car across Europe in 2022 and a key factor to its success is the electric e-208. This small EV offers a fantastic,

high-quality interior and plenty of standard equipment, while it’s good to drive as well.

Currently, the Peugeot e-208 offers an electric range of up to 225 miles, but this supermini will be equipped with a larger battery and more powerful electric motor soon, increasing the range to 248 miles, which is great for a car of this size.

Honda e

Honda’s e has only a 137-mile electric range, but for those who stay predominantly local and want one of the coolest small cars ever made, it’s most certainly worth a look.

The rear-wheel-drive layout makes it huge fun to drive, while it’s absolutely packed full of technology with six digital displays in the interior. How this Japanese firm has packed so much into such a small car is seriously impressive.

MG4

The MG4 hatchback might be slightly larger in size than other models on this list but we’ve included it because its £26,995 starting price undercuts every other car here. You still get lots of equipment, such as a 10.25inch touchscreen, a digital dial display plus a host of driver-assistance features.

The MG4 is also great to drive and spacious, thanks to it being built around a new electric car-only platform.

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Health, Beauty & Fitness

Fitness Matters

Make us happier. Getting out into nature decreases what psychologists call ‘rumination’, negative thought patterns that play over and over in our heads. Never underestimate the feel-good vibes that being outside can give us.

Benefits of Walking

As I am writing this, I am two weeks off climbing Ben Nevis with clients. This is something I have always wanted to do but, as with everything, sometimes we don’t prioritise ourselves enough.

Walking is such an underrated exercise, so I thought I would share some benefits.

There’s lots of research telling us that hiking is good for us. As a form of exercise, there’s nothing like a brisk climb to get your heart rate up. Physically, the benefits are numerous. Getting outside for even a short hike regularly can reduce your risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure and cholesterol and help to prevent type II diabetes. Hiking doesn’t just work your legs. A proper scramble can engage your core and work your upper body for a truly holistic workout.

But hiking can also contribute to your overall mental health and wellbeing. This isn’t a ‘get fit and lose weight in 30 days’ post. Health is more than cardio and strength conditioning; it’s about looking after the whole body and mind.

Hiking can: Clear the mind and reduce stress. Going for a hike reduces your blood pressure and cortisol levels producing a calming effect only nature can offer, over and above the benefits of exercise alone.

Improve sleep quality. Walking or climbing over uneven terrain uses 28% more energy than walking over flat ground, and you’re away from all the modern stimuli that we’re often exposed to (phones, computers, TVs etc.)

Improve your memory. Studies have shown that people who regularly spend time in natural settings have improved memory and recollection.

Reduce anxiety and depression. Hiking has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety by quietening the mind and allowing you to zone in on your breathing to a part meditative state. For natural stress relief and an instant mood boost, head outdoors.

When was the last time you really concentrated on being truly present and in the moment? Hiking can help you to reflect, recharge and reconnect with yourself through the beautiful simplicity of getting out into nature.

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Derbyshire Walking: The River Derwent, Curbar, Baslow & Froggatt Edges Distance: 7.5 miles / 12.2 km Ascent: 890 feet / 270 metres Time: 4 hours 40 minutes Grade: Easy/Moderate Author: Mike Bexley Map: Ordnance Survey Explorer OL24 Start: Car park at Hay Wood (grid ref. SK255777)

(grid ref. 252741) head uphill keeping to the right of the large trees following the path to the second wall. On reaching this point turn sharp left and follow the wall to reach the entrance into a small wood.

Starting in woodland, this walk follows the deeper stretches of the River Derwent returning to high ground to look down on the river with spectacular views over the Chatsworth Estate and the village of Eyam.

The start is a small car park (grid ref. SK255777) at Hay Wood off the B6054 near the Grouse Inn. The unmarked lane entrance to the car park is on the road north of Froggatt village, just prior to ‘The Grouse Inn’.

To the right of you is Wellington’s Monument, well worth the visit for the views over Chatsworth. It is said, but not proved, that it was built to commemorate Wellington’s visit to this area. Opposite you on the distant southeast ridge, there is another monument, to Nelson, built five years after his battle at Trafalgar.

The Route

1. From the car park head downhill through the woods in a westerly direction taking the steeper left path at the fork. Follow this down through the woods and lanes to reach the River Derwent at a road bridge (grid ref.

245778).

2. Do not cross over the bridge but take the path left just before the bridge. Cross the field diagonally towards the woods in the left corner of the field.

Continue to follow a clear path through the woods leading to Spooner Lane and then Froggatt village (grid ref. 243763). Keep straight on to the river, do not cross over instead taking the path that starts with a narrow gap in the wall entrance to the left of the river.

3. This path follows the river and, on reaching the road, cross over to continue this lovely riverside stroll until it ends at another road. Continue on the road in the same direction to Calver (grid ref. 247744).

The large Mill building across the river on your right was the ‘prison’ in the television series ‘Colditz’.

4. At the road junction, turn left up the hill (this is a steep pull) and at the crossroads with its telephone box turn right to take the narrow footpath on the left through the wall between houses.

5. On reaching a lane turn right. At the end of the lane

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6. Go through the wood and up on to a very wide path.

Turn right and follow this path uphill, keeping to the left of the wall (do not go through the gate) and through a small quarry to the top path bearing left.

7. Return to the path by cutting across the moor to the very large stone named Eagle Stone (grid ref. 262740).

Legend has it that the young men of Baslow proved how fit they were for marriage by climbing to the top!

8. The path now heads north at first along Baslow Edge to dip down to cross a road before continuing along Curbar Edge, with wonderful views on your left and flat moors on your right.

It finishes through some trees at a road where you cross over down to a small stream and up the other side to the car park.

Walk supplied by Walking Britain (no. 2515). For GPS file or other walks visit www.walkingbritain.co.uk.

Mike has led ‘Mike’s Hikes’ for several years, since leaving Mountain Rescue where he was based in Hayfield as part of the Kinder MRT.

It is advisable to carry the relevant OS map when walking the route, and wear appropriate clothing/ footwear. The publisher accepts no responsibility for any injuries caused to readers whilst following the walk

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Homes & Gardens

Gardening Using Vertical Space Are you frustrated at the lack of planting space in your garden? Many homes, particularly modern houses, have small gardens. This might be viewed as a negative feature – or you could turn it on its head so that it becomes one of the best-loved aspects of your home. It’s all about creativity and making the most of every part of the garden.

If you can incorporate dual or multiple usage of different areas, this unlocks all sorts of possibilities.

Thus, the garden shed provides a wonderful opportunity for the addition of a living green roof, and the covered wood store or decorative bin storage area creates room for a vegetable or cut-flower raised-bed planter on its roof. The dark and dingy north-facing section of an outside space can be transformed into a cosy jungle den for the children, surrounded by lush ferns and ivy, and it could even house a firepit around which everyone can gather in the evenings.

and spread. Neighbours should be a consideration because a vigorous climber is capable of spreading far and wide. The majority of climbers will require support in terms of wires or trellis. Some produce tendrils that curl around their support, a few are self-clinging as they grow little suckers, but others, such as climbing roses, will need to be tied to something structural.

Which position?

Clematis are suitable for a wide range of planting places, with many preferring a sunny aspect and others happier on a north-facing fence. You can put multiple clematis against one fence panel, but be aware of their pruning needs, which differ according to their category.

Garden steps might be adorned with pots of colourful bulbs, perennials, grasses and annuals, and trees can double up as wildlife havens with the addition of bird feeders, nest boxes and insect hotels. Then there are the fences!

Both the passion flower, Passiflora, and the star jasmine, Trachelospermum, love sunshine and warmth. The exotic blooms of the former are said to represent the crucifixion of Jesus, whilst creamy star-shaped flowers of the jasmine have a most delectable scent.

Climbing plants

Honeysuckle is a great climber that provides wildlife habitats, scented nectar-rich flowers and berries for birds too. It prefers a partially shaded site because the leaves can be scorched by full sun. On your shadier fences you might consider foliage plants that are self-clinging, such as ivy and Parthenocissus. Both Boston ivy and Virginia creeper will be too vigorous for a fence panel unless you are able to keep them well-pruned. But they produce spectacular autumn colour that is second-to-none.

Choose your climbers with care. Not only do you need to consider the requirements of the individual plants, but also their habits with regard to height

The climbing hydrangea petiolaris also uses suckers.

It’s a great choice for a shady wall, but once again it is likely to grow very large once it has established, so be prepared to prune hard once it has reached the top of the fence.

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Book Reviews

The Great Summer Book Getaway Whether staycation, a further away vacation, or simply relaxing at home or whiling away a journey, there’s nothing better than a great read. Here are some for everyone in the family to enjoy!

The Usborne Official Spy’s Handbook From cracking secret codes and creating effective disguises to tracking and decoding signals, this book encourages kids to be creative. It’s the essential guide to spying – keep it close to hand but hidden from the unknown enemy!

Don’t Shake the Mango Tree Graeme Forbes-Smith When Graeme and his wife Candy have a mid-life crisis at the age of 50, they abandon their comfortable Edinburgh life and move to Tanzania. The warmth and welcoming nature of the locals swiftly found them work managing a luxury safari lodge.

As their new life in Africa unfolds, each tale is told with a touching blend of humour, tragedy, gratitude and joy.

City on Fire Don Winslow This is the first instalment of an expansive new trilogy from one of the world’s most eloquent crime writers. Danny Ryan is a hard-working longshoreman, loving husband, loyal friend, and occasional ‘muscle’ for the Irish crime syndicate that oversees much of the city. He yearns for something more and dreams of a fresh start somewhere far away. But

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when a modern-day Helen of Troy triggers a war between rival mob factions, Danny is embroiled in a conflict he can’t escape…

All You Need Katie Piper In her debut children’s picture book, best-selling author and TV presenter Katie Piper OBE invites young readers aged three to five to join Teeny Mouse on a big adventure, a journey she’s never taken before.

And though it’s big, and fun, she suddenly feels a little bit small... but she discovers all you need is to have a little bit of faith in yourself.

The Davenports Krystal Marquis One for the older teens, this historical romance tells the story of the Davenports, whose riches were made through a formerly enslaved man who founded the Davenport Carriage Company years ago. It’s now 1910 and we follow the fortunes of four young black women – Olivia, Helen, Amy-Rose and Ruby – discovering the courage to steer their own path in life… and love.

The Alchemist Paulo Coelho Paulo Coelho’s masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. His quest will lead him to riches far different – and far more satisfying – than he ever imagined. A fable about undauntedly following one’s dreams, listening to one’s heart and reading life’s omens, The Alchemist has become a modern classic and is currently the most-translated book in the world by a living author.

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Children & Education

The Diary of a Local Mum

Officially An Adult…

So, we’ve reached a milestone recently in our house. My eldest has turned 18 … and, as the clock struck midnight on that date she officially, in the eyes of the law, became an adult.

According to the Office of National Statistics “Teenagers get more rights as they get older […]

But it’s not until their 18th birthday (or, in some circumstances, earlier in Scotland) that children become adults in the eyes of the law.”

While teenagers are usually thrilled to become adults, for their parents the milestone often evokes different emotions. You see and feel it as they grow up anyway, they’re changing and often looking and acting more grown-up by the day (this feeling can often strike even when they’re young – for example when your toddler is first able to dress or feed themselves, or when an older child can tie their own laces or catch a school bus…) but THIS date, well this is really significant. They are ‘officially’ no longer a child! As a mum it’s been a hard one for me to wrap my head around.

I’ve questioned whether this makes me less of a ‘mum’ … which I know is ridiculous, but it’s a thought that’s struck me all the same. Society’s view of being a mother to an adult certainly feels different to the way the mother of a baby, toddler, young child or even a tween/teen is viewed. An ‘adult’ doesn’t officially need parental consent or, by law, support, but we all know from experience that that’s really not true in life. I am very lucky, I know, to still have both of my parents and throughout my adult life I’ve needed them almost as much as I did in childhood!

I’ve questioned whether I should stop writing this article … I mean, can I still claim to be a ‘Local Mum’ when one of my children is no longer a child?

(Although I do still have a younger teen, too.) I’ve been writing it since 2011 (thank you for putting up with my random ramblings for the past 12 years!)

and naturally my day-to-day experiences are different nowadays to what they were back then when I had a 4 and a 6 year-old! It’s less ‘pre-school and pantomimes’ nowadays and more ‘mobile phone use, socialising and exams’!

Whilst seeing your child become an adult is a wonderful privilege, and there’s a certain sense of achievement (Yay! I’ve successfully helped raise a baby all the way through to adulthood!) along with some definite bonuses (she can give me lifts nowadays!), I can’t pretend I haven’t found it a bit disconcerting. I’ve deemed being a mum as my most important role in life for so long, but all of a sudden, according to law, I’ve been laid-off by 50% of my ‘clients’! However, despite these ridiculous (slightly neurotic) ponderings I know, in my heart of hearts, that nothing has changed. Between the last day of her being 17 and the first day of her being 18, she still needed me just as much (and I, her). I’m still, without a shadow of a doubt, her mum in every way – and, I’m unbelievably proud to be so. Whether the law ‘officially’ needs me to be or not, that’s never going to change.

So, as long as you’ll still have me, I’m going to keep on penning these pages until I run out of things to say (maybe when the kids move out!). Every day is an adventure with kids/young adults of any age so there’s always a new experience to write about.

If any readers who are parents are still here from the start (thank you!) then you may also have experienced a similar transition. And, for readers who are new parents – well, this is a taste of what’s to come! (May your rollercoaster of parenthood be filled with more ups than downs!)

To those readers who aren’t parents, I hope you enjoy the glimpse into my chaotic but nonetheless enjoyable experience of family life.

The Local Mum lives on!

Then … and now!

By Helen Young

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Community

Local History Something from Strutts: A Place of Learning

There was a time when a library was an important feature of any town, school or community simply because it was the ultimate way, indeed it was often the only way, to achieve knowledge and enhance understanding. Many families struggled to buy books so what could not be owned would be borrowed. And this opened up a world of facts and fiction for everyone.

Since then, we have experienced the advent of Google, Wikipedia and a host of other platforms, which have reduced reference books to a clumsy alternative to the gratification of instant results.

Unsurprisingly, these services have global approval.

Nevertheless, the ethos of the lending library has survived, though its function is wider ranging, encompassing modern technology, social spaces and exhibition possibilities. Libraries were, and still are, wonderful, even magical, spaces.

Which brings me to the Strutts School library, situated on the upper floor of the Strutts Community Centre.

The Herbert Strutt School opened in 1909, built and equipped through the philanthropy of Alderman George Herbert Strutt. He designed the building to accommodate a range of educational activities, providing, over the early years, sports fields, a swimming pool, purpose-built classrooms and laboratories. However, although there were plenty of books available to the students, they had no designated place until after the second world war.

The library, being placed in the former dining hall, was officially opened in 1951 when the headteacher, Mr George Ducker, dedicated it to the memory of those students who had died in the conflict. Cynthia Maddock, who is currently one of the Guardians of Strutts, remembers the occasion as she was a member of the choir which sang at the opening ceremony.

Dominated by the magnificent stained-glass window, the Strutts library is light and roomy with a striking

barrel-vault ceiling. It was always well stocked and those who attended the Grammar School between 1951 and 1973 will remember the library as an impressive, orderly space, always strictly supervised and usually quiet. Walls were lined with essential reference books containing information necessary to complete that essay, that thesis or that discussion topic. Huge, heavy volumes of tiny print were the predecessors of screens and took much longer to access. The library itself was immaculately catalogued and relevant tomes could be found by referring to the index contained in the central drawer units.

In 1973 Strutts became a Middle and later a Primary School, prompting a change to the library provision and opening doors to visually attractive books and junior fiction. Reading areas became informal and storytelling was an asset to the curriculum. The library was always a pivotal room in the school.

And it is still there today, still stocked with vintage books and looking timelessly splendid as the sun streams through the stained-glass window which has survived for more than a century.

If you are a reader and wish to buy good second-hand books, why not come along to Strutts and see what we have for sale? We have literally hundreds of titles and prices are low. We look forward to seeing you there.

By Joan Hardy Strutts Society Committee www.strutts.org.uk

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Community Diary August/September 2023

August: 5th: Pride in Belper – inclusive, diverse, sustainable & accessible. The ‘Strutt’ starts at 12noon from Belper Market Place (assemble from 11am) followed by music, entertainment, stalls & events. www.prideinbelper.co.uk 6th: Pride in Belper Dog Show, 2pm, Belper Memorial Gardens. Various categories, £2, enter & pay on the day. See prideinbelper.co.uk/dogshow.

6th, 13th, 20th, 27th: Larks in the Park, Belper River Gardens, 2-4pm. Music and entertainment.

12th: Belper Organ and Keyboard Club concert: Alun Jefferys, Jason Lee, Nigel Dawes. 2pm, Congregational Church, Church Walk, Belper DE56 1DB. £10 admission. Refreshments available. www.belperorganclub.com 20th: Heritage Walk ‘The Dark Side of Milford’: Milford’s west side, Sunny Hill, Stephenson’s Tower & The Chevin. 11am. Price from £6.50. Tickets from www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/calendar.

25th: Belper Welcome Meal 12-2pm at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Soup/bread & pudding, No need to book, pay what you can.

Welcome Meal Project volunteers supported by Unite, Belper Town Council, Co-op.

27th: The World of Strutts and their Workers – a walk through Belper’s industrial past. 2pm at North Mill; price from £6.50. Tickets from www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/calendar.

27th: The Darley Park Concert, Darley Abbey. Outdoor concert of classical favourites. Fun family activities, music & fireworks display. See sinfoniaviva.co.uk for details. Tickets £4.50 adults, £1.50 u16 when bought in advance via derbylive.co.uk.

September: 3rd: Tales of the Nightwatchman Heritage Walk. 11am, Belper. Price from £6.50. Tickets: www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/calendar.

3rd: Larks in the Parks, Belper River Gardens, 2-4pm. Beeston Big Band.

7th: Language Soirée 7-9pm at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Conversation in a different language at each table. All languages welcome, fluent to beginners. £6 on the door (no booking req’d). BYO drinks & language-themed nibbles.

9th: Belper Organ and Keyboard Club concert: Byron Jones. 2pm, Congregational Church, Church Walk, Belper DE56 1DB. £10 admission. Refreshments available. www.belperorganclub.com 17th: Adrian Farmer’s Belper Talks – Belper Mills in Old Photographs. 6pm, No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. £5, booking essential by email: belpertalks.walks@gmail.com.

22nd: Belper Welcome Meal 12-2pm at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Soup/bread & pudding, No need to book, pay what you can. Welcome Meal Project volunteers supported by Unite, Belper Town Council, Co-op.

23rd: Transition Belper’s Green Exchange with Repair Café, 10am – 1pm at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. Tech corner, bike repairs, knife sharpening, sewing, electricals & more. www.transitionbelper.org. Facebook: transitionbelper.

24th: Belper Heritage Walk – Shady Characters and Ne’er-do-wells: Tales from Belper’s Criminal Underworld. 11am. Price from £6.50.

Tickets: www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/calendar.

30th: Belper Heritage Walk – Tales and Trickery: Folk Stories from Belper. Hilly 3.5 mile walk, 11am. Price from £6.50. Tickets: www.belpernorthmill.org.uk/ calendar.

30th: Ship of Fools stand up comedy at No.28 Market Place, Belper DE56 1FZ. 7.30 for 8pm, BYO drinks. £10 book online at www.wegottickets.com.

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30th: The Bohemians – Queen’s Greatest Hits Celebration Tour. 7.45pm (doors 6.45pm) St Peter’s Church, Belper. Tickets £18 adults, £13 u16 from belperfringe.org/events or eventbrite.co.uk.

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 October / November 2023 please email it to helen@allthingslocal.co.uk. Deadline is Wednesday 23rd August 2023.

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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 provides a wonderful service or who works hard to make a difference. Let All Things Local surprise them with a fresh bouquet of flowers.

Rachael Collins from Fleur Florist

All Things Local has joined forces with Rachael Collins (pictured) from Fleur Florist of King Street, Belper to offer readers the chance to show their appreciation for a fellow member of the community.

The recipients of this issue’s bouquet are Terrina and Keith Girling from Horsley Woodhouse. They were nominated by Louise Sutton also from Horsley Woodhouse. Here’s what Louise wrote: “I would like to nominate Terrina and Keith Girling to receive a lovely bouquet of flowers, as they have gone above and beyond organising village celebrations for the Queens Jubilee in 2022 and most recently this year on the 7th May a village Coronation party for King Charles III. The months of planning that went into these events has been immense, along with the support of over 30 volunteers, they pulled it together. 200 people attended the most recent celebration, to which invites were sent out, name badges provided, food numbers catered for, music, raffles and much much more.

The village really enjoyed it and appreciated it very much, and I think they deserve a little thank you!”

Louise Sutton – Resident of Horsley Woodhouse.

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 in the distribution area of All Things Local Village Edition (listed on front cover). Just write your nomination on a piece of paper and send to Friendship Blooms, All Things Local, 74 Woodhouse Road, Kilburn, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 0NA or e-mail 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.

Terrina & Keith Girling receiving their bouquet from Louise Sutton (left).

Closing date for nominations for the next issue is Wednesday 23 August 2023.

All nominations are kept on file and you will be contacted if your nomination has been selected. Contact information is only used

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Upbeat: Just a Second Is All It Takes It’s something many of us do every day, almost without thinking – like brushing our teeth or locking the front door.

But while driving feels routine, things can change in a moment.

That’s why Derbyshire Constabulary’s campaign over the summer has been reminding people of the impact of being distracted while driving – even just for a second.

It’s not just the potentially devasting consequences which might seem too far-fetched to ever become reality (although sadly, they often do). There are also the mundane effects of being caught driving carelessly – from soaring insurance premiums to losing your means of getting to work.

Sergeant Adam Titterton, from the Constabulary’s Roads Policing Unit, said: “We are really encouraging people to take a second to reconsider the attention they give to driving.

Incidents on the roads are largely caused by normal people like you and I.

“With more technology than ever in our lives now, most of us can probably think of a time when we’ve been distracted by glancing at a smart watch or fiddling with the car’s touch screen.

Unfortunately, it really does take just a second for everything to change.

“Even behaviours which aren’t specifically covered by the law can become offences if they cause you not to be in control and driving with care, so we all need to treat driving with the respect it requires and minimise distractions as much as we can.

“Being banned from driving isn’t something anyone wants to have to tell their family or employer about, but there is now more chance than ever of being caught with the amount of dashcams and home security footage available to police – as well as our own regular patrols.

“So, the message is simple – take a second to get everything ready before you go, minimise distractions and keep us all safer on the roads.”

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Bereavement Matters It was American car maker Henry Ford who famously said “any colour, as long as it’s black” and, although he was talking about the different shades his customers could choose for their vehicles, until recently he might easily have been talking about funeral suits too.

I say until recently. In fact, at Gillotts we have been exploring other areas of the colour wheel when it comes to our directors’ and bearers’ ties for a few years, having bought a range of different shades in order to complement mourners’ changing taste in funeral wear.

Now we have taken another step forward, or, should I say, I have, by ordering a grey suit, which I can now choose to wear as an alternative to my customary black.

It is no exaggeration to say that this is something of a revolution. I have always felt that our families deserve nothing less than a funeral director turning up in a smart business suit and, after so many years, I feel that I would be unable to properly fulfil my role if I wasn’t fully suited and booted.

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Because while I think black is smart and fitting, there are increasingly occasions where the colourful funerals we arrange and conduct have no place for the men in black.

I have written about the influx of colour into our industry many times as part of the changing nature of funerals.

This year, again, we are seeing more changes to the way people conduct funerals, placing the emphasis ever-more on celebrating the loved one, reflecting on the life and love they shared with those around them, the fun and the jokes.

It’s wonderful, which is why my grey suit is also wonderful, because we’re moving with the times – although I suspect the days when I’ll be required to own a whole wardrobe of colourful suits are still a long way off yet.

By Anthony Topley Funeral director, Gillotts Funeral Directors, Abbott Street, Heanor

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Index Accountant: Easy Accounts Ltd Aerials: Aerial Technology of Ripley Airport Transfers: Holbrook Travel Airport Transfers: Steve’s Cars Alterations & Dressmaking: The Duffield Dressmaker Animal Welfare: The Cats Protection League Architect: BDS Architecture Architect: GRT Architecture

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Joinery: L Tansley Joinery: R&D Joinery

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Kitchens: Belper Kitchens & Bathrooms Kitchens: Dream Doors Kitchens: Holtams Kitchens: Oatenvale Kitchens: Paul M Longden

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Bathrooms: Bathtime Heanor Bathrooms: Belper Kitchens & Bathrooms Bathrooms: Browns Builders Merchants Bathrooms: Paul M Longden Bedrooms: Contour Furnishings Broadband Provider: Gigaclear Builder’s Merchant/Landscaping Products: Browns Building Work: Bennett Construction Building Work: JJN Building Services Building Work: Midland Building & Roofing Building Work: Simon Owen Response Building Work: TDB Builders

58 51 40 42 67 9 40 33 62 48 50 37

Landscaping: Langley Landscaping: Mount Pleasant Log Supplies: Robeys

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Massage: Equilibrium

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Osteopath: Osteopathy Derby Oven Cleaning: Spring Fresh Oven Repairs: Oven Care

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Car Body Repairs & Servicing: B A Kelf 24 Car Body Repairs: ChipsAway 24 Car Body Repairs: Martin Buxton 22 Car Key Replacement: Belper Car Keys 22 Car Servicing, Repairs, MOTs: 20Ten Garage Services 23 Car Servicing, Repairs, MOTs: Little Eaton Garage 22 Carpets & Flooring: Ian Wilson 55 Carpets & Flooring: Spondon Carpets 57 Chimney Sweep: Paul Fiddes 31 Cleaning/Sanitising Service: Janine Cleaning 60 Cleaning/Sanitising Service: Molly Maid 60 Cleaning/Sanitising Service: Time for You 59 Club: Belper & Duffield Rotary 75 Computer Support: Eaton PCs 9 Computer Support: PC Support 9 Computer Support: Rosemills Technology Solutions 11 Conservatories, Windows, Doors: Abbey Glass 80 Dentist: Glendair Dental Practice 29 Dentures: Beautiful Dentures 28 Door Maintenance & Repair: Door Maintenance & Repair 38 Education: Derbyshire County Council Adult Education 70 Electrical Goods Retailer: Lester & Nix 6 Electrician: Andy Hill 50 Electrician: Devenport Electrical 47 Electrician: McPherson-Davis 38 Electrician: PAS Electrical 56 Fencing: ColourFence Financial Advice: Belper IFS Florist: Fleur Florist Footcare: Amber Feet Footcare: Nahele Holistics Funeral Directors: Gillotts Funeral Services Funeral Directors: Thomas Ryde & Son

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Garage Doors: Garolla Garage Doors: Ockbrook Garage Doors Garden Heating & Furniture: Robeys Garden Living: Cabin Master Garden Services: AJS Grounds Maintenance Garden Services: Lawns & Hedges Garden Services: Pennine Garden Services: TMS Gutter Clearance: Gutter PRO

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Home Improvements: Next Generation Home Maintenance: TCA Hotel: The Kedleston Country House Hotel: Morley Hayes

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Joinery: Bethell’s Joinery

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Painter & Decorator: Duffield Decorators Ltd 37 Painter & Decorator: John the Painter 56 Painter & Decorator: M Bates 67 Painter & Decorator: Roy Milner 33 Personal Trainer: Alex Robinson 25 Pest Control: Breadsall Pest Control 59 Pest Control: MW Pest Control 38 Pest Control: Protech 39 Pet Care Services: The Pet Servant 15 Physiotherapy: Leap-Physio 27 Plastering: JM Plastering & Property Maintenance 38 Plastering: McPherson-Davis 38 Plumbing & Heating: Blacks 38 Plumbing & Heating: CB 47 Plumbing & Heating: LEEVA Plumbing & Heating 53 Plumbing & Heating: Martyn Young Heating & Plumbing 34 Plumbing & Heating: MDA 35 Plumbing & Heating: R Fearn 44 Plumbing & Heating: Rightio 49 Plumbing & Heating: Scott 56 Plumbing & Heating: Woodward 37 Properties Wanted for Cash: Ethical Property Partners 32 Property Maintenance: David Grey 55 Property Maintenance: JM Plastering & Property Maintenance 38 Property Maintenance: Kev Property Services 42 Reflexology: Reflexology with Vicky Restaurant: The Kedleston Country House Restaurant/Function Rooms/Hotel: Morley Hayes Roofing: Harris Roofing Services Roofing: Midland Building & Roofing Roofing: Ripley Rubber Roofing Roofing: Thompsons Roofing Rotary Club: Belper & Duffield Rotary

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Security & Fire Protection: Mercury Security: Prestige Soft Furnishings: Joy Clarke Solicitors: Shacklocks Solicitors: Smith Partnership

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Walking Footwear: Rock Fall UK Windows, Doors & Conservatories: Clearview Glass Windows, Doors & Conservatories: Smartglaze Windows, Doors & Conservatories: Trade Windows Woodburning Stoves: Robeys

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