Castle Donington Life November 2022

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Welcome to our November issue. In this month’s issue we have come over all festive – it may seem early, but Christmas will soon be here. Our round up of this month’s local events features several seasonal craft and gift fairs to help you make a start on your Christmas shopping and on our Christmas Family Fun page we’ve researched the best places locally to go and meet Santa, Mrs Claus and the elves.

We have two fantastic competitions to enter. Look out for our ticket giveaway for the Festive Gift Fair at the NEC later this month. You and a friend could attend one day of the fair and Christmas shop till you drop. See page 10 for details and get your entry in before Thursday 10th November.

Finally, calling all budding photographers –we’re on the search for seasonal images of Castle Donington, Kegworth, Hemington or Lockington for our upcoming covers. If you have a festive shot or a snowy scene from previous years you could feature on our front cover and win a £25 Amazon voucher. See page 20. Until next month, Vanessa

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WIN two tickets to this year’s Festive Gift Fair at the Birmingham NEC

Christmas isn’t just about buying gifts; it’s making sure every corner of your home looks fabulous and your table is set for a festive feast. The Festive Gift Fair can help with all of this and more. It returns to the NEC from Thursday 17th to Sunday 20th November, running for its 26th year!

At the Fair you’ll find a whole array of delicious artisan food and drink to sample before you buy; from mouth-watering panettone to Christmas pickle and mulled wine jam.

Deck your home for Christmas with everything from gonks galore to magical unicorns and Christmas stockings or set the scene for the big day with beautiful home fragrance and candle gift sets.

Often the most time-consuming part of Christmas shopping is finding unique presents, but there’s no need to be stuck for ideas this year with clever stocking fillers and personalised decorations and gifts to treasure forever.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be caught

up in the excitement of the day; exploring 300 stalls overflowing with thousands upon thousands of clever gift ideas and decorations at affordable prices. The variety is huge, with something for everyone and over 100 new stalls this year.

To get you into the Christmas spirit while you’re shopping at the fair, you can enjoy a whole lineup of fantastic musical entertainment to get your toes tapping.

The Fair is open daily from 9.30am to 5pm. Tickets are available online from just £6 per adult (plus fulfilment fee). See www.festivegiftfair.co.uk for information and book tickets online at www.theticketfactory.com

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Dedicate a Tree for Christmas

We may be biased, but we think the best things in life are trees! If you do too, you can help us grow the National Forest by dedicating a tree. Whether you want to give a special gift this Christmas that can be cherished for years to come, dedicate in memory of a loved one, or simply give back to the environment, dedicating a tree in the National Forest is a great thing to do and helps towards creating a greener future.

The National Forest has shown that trees inspire change, and not just for our landscape. By dedicating a tree, you will not only be helping to continue to grow the Forest, you will be helping to create the best conditions for wildlife to thrive, as well as a place where people can connect with nature and the outdoors.

Imagine our landscape scarred by centuries of coal mining. Decades ago, this was the reality. A landscape once black is now lush and green. In order to meet the challenges of climate change, our Forest must be resilient and adaptable into the future. We must continue to plant new woodlands, extend other habitats and improve connections so the benefits of the Forest can be felt by everyone. By dedicating a tree, you will be taking the first step in helping us to tackle these issues and help us to grow a greener future together.

plant from our selection of saplings including oak, hazel and silver birch.

Each dedication comes with a personalised certificate for you to download at home and a guarantee that your tree will be planted in the National Forest.

The planting season runs from November to March each year, and once your tree is planted, we contact you to confirm the location of the young woodland and how to visit, but please note that we do not mark individual trees in any way.

Each tree costs just £15, which covers the cost of not only the tree, but also a contribution to the purchase of the land and the future upkeep and management of the woodland. Your support for the National Forest is invaluable. Help us plant more trees in the National Forest and dedicate a tree here: nationalforest.org/ shop/dedicate-tree

So how do you dedicate a tree? Dedicating a tree online is simple, so simple you won’t even get your hands muddy! We do the planting, you just decide which type of tree you would like us to nationalforest.org

Trees transform places for people. Hicks Lodge was an open cast mine, now it’s a wonderful centre for walking and cycling.

Question Time with FISHERS

It’s great that you’ve heard about the new rules. The advice that you were given was right at the time. Under the old rules, you only had to register a trust with HMRC if there was tax to pay on it. This could be income tax, inheritance tax, capital gains or any other type of tax. The rules have been changed to make all financial dealings more transparent. It can also help to prevent money laundering.

Your trust will need to be registered as the money is being held for more than two years. The trust has been in place for four years already and your daughter won’t be able to inherit for at least another six years if the money is going to come to her when she’s 18.

As you’re a trustee, you’ll be responsible for

registering the trust with HMRC. It’s a process that is completed online; however, you’ll need to gather information about the people involved, including their dates of birth and National Insurance numbers. You’ll also need to know the type of trust, its name and the date it was created.

This is only one example of the type of trust that’s affected by the new rules. If you’re a trustee our experts can give you professional advice to understand whether the rules apply to you and what steps you need to take. Find out more and contact us today: https://www.fisherslaw.co.uk/ wills-trusts-probate/tax-and-trusts/ Guy Birtwhistle, Head of Wills & Probate

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Christmas Family Fun

Christmas at Wollaton Wollaton Hall, Nottingham Nottingham’s premiere Christmas attraction is back. As twilight descends this December, Christmas at Wollaton takes over the Hall and Gardens, transforming the grounds into a magical wonderland with a brand new illuminated light trail set once again to delight visitors of all ages. Awe inspiring illuminations and installations will thrill the senses, transporting guests to an enchanting world of light and colour. Booking is essential. See www. christmasatwollaton.org/the-experience

Visit Santa in his Woodland Wonderland Manor Farm & Woodlands, East Leake

Join Manor Farm this Christmas to visit Santa and his reindeer in their Woodland Wonderland and explore the Elves’ Village. Watch their Christmas pantomime, decorate gingerbread biscuits in Mrs Claus’ house, make magical reindeer food and much more. Running every weekend from 26th November until Christmas Eve and on selected other dates. Pre-booking is required. For details see www.manorfarm.info/events/christmaswoodland-wonderland

Santa’s Winter Wonderland The Snowdome, Tamworth Santa’s back at the Snowdome for Christmas 2022 with a festive family extravaganza. From Saturday 12th November, his magical winter wonderland in the snow returns and this year he’s all set to spread even more magic along the way… with real snow, real animals and the all new winter wonderland show. It’s the ultimate Christmas adventure for all the family. Pre-booking required www.snowdome.co.uk/santas-winterwonderland/

Breakfast with Santa Sharpe’s Pottery, Swadlincote Father Christmas has taken time out of his busy schedule to visit Sharpe’s Pottery again this Christmas. Bring your little ones down and enjoy a wonderful breakfast courtesy of Sweet Caroline’s, have a go at their Christmas crafts and meet the big man himself. Children £10, Adults £6.50, Family Ticket £30. Children’s breakfast includes a drink and a present from Santa. Adult breakfast includes a filter coffee or tea. Booking is essential. Book before Thursday 1st December and get 10% off! www.sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk/event/ santa-at-sharpes/ Christmas Grotto Swarkestone Nursery, Derby Travel on an Arctic Adventure with the Snow Elves and help Mrs Claus with a fun-filled activity in her Kitchen. Enjoy a meet and greet with the man himself before heading to the Elves workshop to choose a toy of your choice or make your very own teddy bear with the Workshop Elves, all from the North Pole of course. Open every Saturday and Sunday from 19th November and for a whole week leading up to Christmas from Saturday 17th through to Saturday 24th December. Book your tickets online at www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk/activities/75/ christmas-grotto

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Warm Hub to help tackle the cost-ofliving crisis

As energy bills soar & temperatures fall, the Volunteer Centre is teaming up with the Parish Council to open a Warm Welcome Hub, to help residents stay safe and warm. This is part of a national Warm Hub network – a series of community venues providing a warm and friendly environment for people to meet over refreshments, find out how to keep warm for less and be signposted to other sources on invaluable advice.

The Castle Donington initiative will be launched during the October half-term holidays. The Warm Hub will open for extended hours throughout the week, and in addition to the social groups which operate from the Community Hub, people can take advantage of the Community Café. Young people will have a warm and safe space to relax in after school and have access to the internet and library for homework and play games.

The Parish Council and Volunteer Centre will join with local churches and charities to deliver the best solutions they can. Help will be sought from local people who would be prepared to supervise sessions or donate old games or craft items. Other things such as energy and cost-efficient cooking classes, art sessions, etc. are also being considered.

Anyone wishing to help with the initiative or who has ideas for activities are welcome to contact Castle Donington Parish Council on 01332 810 432 or the Volunteer Centre on 01332 850 526.

Full details of the Warm Hub initiative are available on www.cdpc.org.uk

WIN a £25 Amazon gift voucher in our NEW front cover photo competition!

We’re on the look out for new seasonal photos of local places and landscapes to feature on our front covers. Whether you’re a keen amateur photographer who is always taking shots of Castle Donington, Kegworth and surrounding areas or you have simply captured a local scene on your phone you may have the winning photo for the front cover of one of the upcoming issues of Castle Donington Life.

As we look forward to our December, January and February issues we are searching for seasonal images of Castle Donington, Kegworth, Hemington or Lockington looking festive, or snowy, wintery shots of recognisable local landmarks from previous years to share with the rest of our readers.

Photos will need to be bright and clear, high resolution and landscape orientation. If you’d like to enter your photo please email a copy to competition@ lifemagazines.co.uk with the subject line ‘Photo Competition’ along with your full name, address and telephone number and a description of where the photo was taken. Any entries for our December cover will need to be received by Thursday 3rd November. Entries for our January or February covers need to be received no later than Wednesday 30th November.

If your photo is chosen as the winner and featured on our front cover, you will be notified and will win a £25 Amazon gift voucher.

Photo Credits: November 2019 – Darren Cox, May 2021 – Colin Lindley, September 2021 – Ian Warren

Reduce the stress of moving home

Autumn is upon us once more and as the colours change and the leaves start to fall, we turn our thoughts to thick jumpers, cosy nights in by the fire and of course spending time with loved ones during the festive period. However, for those of us that find ourselves having to move home at this time of year, the thought of doing so whilst getting ready for the holidays can seem a little daunting.

Moving house is often placed right near the top of the list of life’s most stressful experiences, and with so many variables during the conveyancing and moving process, we thought it would be helpful to prepare a quick and simple guide for our clients to help reduce the stress of moving home. Whether you are buying your first home, downsizing or relocating from one rented property to another, here are some reminders and things to think about when moving.

It may have been some time since you saw the property and put your offer in so it is always worth having a post-offer viewing (some solicitors will advise of a pre-exchange viewing as well). Contact the team in the office to arrange this, and don’t forget to make notes on things like room measurements for the sofa, where the boiler and meters are and what the parking situation is like if the property doesn’t have a driveway or off-road parking.

Our next tip is to decide on whether a removal company would be right for you. Whilst they take a lot of the physical work out of moving, it is of course another cost to factor in and with solicitors, stamp duty and the rest, the actual cost of moving home can quickly ramp up.

On the day it is well worth packing a ‘survival kit’ box or bag that’s easily accessible and contains some basic essentials that you don’t want to have to go rummaging through boxes for. Things like a phone charger, small set of tools, bin bags and a vacuum cleaner can really help smooth the transition into your new home in the first 24 hours.

Once you’re in, don’t forget to set up things like utility bills and council tax. Hopefully you will have already written to the potentially long list of companies to notify them of your new address, but if not, you can always look at a post redirection service.

While moving itself can be a stressful experience, and a lot can happen during the buying, selling and renting of a property, the team at Martin&Co are on hand to take as much of that stress away as we possibly can. For those moving this Autumn, we hope it’s as straightforward as it can be!

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November wines

As the festive season approaches, I thought I’d look at a few classics. Other wines may come and go but there are a few names that seem to be ever present and when revisited people are reminded why they are staples of so many wine racks and wine lists.

Domaine des Herbauges, Muscadet sue lie Cotes De Grandlieu, La Roche Blanche, Loire, France

Muscadet seems to have become a little forgotten but trust me – it’s worth revisiting. A great quality wine, it gives a lot more than others at the same price point. With a deep, golden colour, this is a charming, full-bodied Muscadet that expresses beautiful minerality, honey and grapefruit notes. The palate has flattering lemon with a light crisp finish. The perfect aperitif. Pair this with delicate salmon, seafood dishes, mature goats cheese or Asian cuisine.

Montsablé Chardonnay, IGP Pays D'Oc, France

Yes, we are talking Chardonnay!! Believe me they are not all the same. It’s all about the amount of oaking. The wines of Montsablé are inspired by the desire to create elegant Burgundian varietals from Southern France. Minimal oak is used resulting in Chardonnay with great palate weight, bright fruit and texture. A bright yellow gold hue and seductive scents

of blossom and cinnamon spice. A remarkable melange of pears, peach, honey toffee, cream and vanilla (from a short spell of oak ageing) on the palate. Beautifully balanced with ripeness, acidity, length and real structure. A very classy Chardonnay. A great match for fish or roast chicken.

La Cote Sauvage, Cairanne AOC, Cotes du Rhone, France Cotes du Rhone, some people’s go to red and to others a forgotten gem. For this La Côte Sauvage, fully ripe Grenache and Syrah grapes are hand picked from old bush vines on selected hillside slopes within Cairanne. A rich, intense wine drenched in dark red fruits. Cherry and a touch of cinnamon spice on the nose, soft dark plummy fruit, liquorice, chocolate, a hint of black tea on the palate. This wine is fullflavoured and smooth with subtle tannins.

A rich, savoury, satisfying mouthfulthe perfect match for red meat dishes and rich stews.

Uggiano Chianti Classico Riserva 'Prestige', Italy

How about a little Chianti?

Pronounced aromas of ripe black fruit, morello cherry with floral hints and a touch of lightly spicy oak. The palate is richly-flavoured with plum, wild cherry fruit, balsamic notes and firm but ripe tannins - leading on to a long, dry and savoury finish. Fantastic with a Florentine steak.

If you’re looking for further recommendations on new wines to try give Karl a call on 07970 122501 or pop into the store on Borough Street – he’s always happy to chat all things wine! You can order online at www.thehonestwinecompanyltd.co.uk

Local Events

Friday 4th to Sunday 6th November

Derby Book Festival

With 12 exciting, inspiring, thought-provoking events for all ages and interests, Derby Book Festival will be headlined by TV presenter and ‘Strictly’ contestant Dan Walker and acclaimed author Raynor Winn. Other authors presenting include Women’s Prize nominee and bestselling author Joanna Cannon, local favourite, crime writer Stephen Booth and Costa First Novel winner Sadie Jones. All events are held at the Quad, Derby. There will also be a Book Fair at the Museum of Making on Sunday 6th November. Book your tickets online at www. derbybookfestival.co.uk/whats-on/events/

Wednesday 9th to Saturday 12th November

A Christmas Carol

Enjoy this adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic novel at The Duchess Theatre, West Gate, Long Eaton. Performances will begin at 7.30pm each evening with a 2.30pm matinee on Saturday 12th November. Tickets cost £10. Call the box office on 0115 973 3326 or visit www.duchesstheatre.com

Friday 11th November

By Order of the Peaky Blinders

Enjoy an evening of drinks, gambling and dancing at Swadlincote Snowsports Centre from 7pm to midnight. Little Las Vegas will be attending with blackjack and roulette tables with professional croupiers. Tickets cost £20 per person and include fun money to be used (no cash prizes). To book call 01283 890 089 or for more details see www.jnlswadlincote.co.uk/event/whats-on/

Saturday 12th November

Murder Mystery Evening

Filming has just wrapped on the Top of the Plops Christmas Special and it’s the television studio’s wrap party on set. Festive cheer is clouded by the bitterness in the air as each musical act have been at each other’s throats

competing for the coveted Christmas Top Plop spot all December. Will this Christmas carnage end in murder? Sharpe’s Pottery Museum will be running this festive murder mystery evening in association with Fancy Entertainment. Tickets cost £55 and include a 3 course meal and an evening of entertainment. Book online at www. sharpespotterymuseum.org.uk/event/murdermystery/

Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th November

Late Autumn Market

Curly Magpie presents a beautiful two-day Autumn Market in the Riding School at Calke Abbey. There will be a variety of lovely local makers and small indie business traders set up across the two days - a perfect opportunity to find vintage and handmade gifts for Christmas. 10am to 5pm on Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sunday. No charge to enter the market although usual National Trust admission applies. Free entry for National Trust members. See www. curlymagpie.co.uk/events/

Monday 14th November

Local History Talk Castle Donington Local History Society & Castle Donington Museum have come together to present a series of fascinating local history talks. This month, Mark Dawson will present ‘Fish and

Fasting in Tudor and Stuart times’ at Donington Catholic Church, Castle Hill, Castle Donington, DE74 2LD from 7pm. £5 for members of either of the two organisations. £6 for non-members. All welcome. No need to book in advance.

Friday 18th November

Another Winter’s Tale

In the darkest of winters comes the brightest of tales. Two characters, eternally on the run, but from whom or what?

Sheltering from the storm outside, they share tales of distant times and places. Dogwood Productions brings this ghostly new play to life with live music in Kegworth Village Hall, DE74 2FH. Show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £7 to £12. Book online at www.ticketsource. co.uk/dogwood-productions-cic

Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th November Shine a Light

This November, it’s Elvaston Castle Country Park’s turn to host ‘Shine a Light’ created by internationally renowned Derbyshire-born video projection artists Illuminos who light up Derbyshire landmarks with spectacular largescale projections. Expect a visually stunning show with a unique fusion of music, visuals and sound as well as projections onto the castle. Tickets cost £9. Under 16s cost £6. Under 4s go free. Book online at www.livetickets.org/whatson/shine-a-light-elvaston-castle

Friday 18th, Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th November Christmas Gift Fair

At Swarkestone Nursery’s annual Christmas Gift Fair, there will be over 40 stalls, offering a whole host local, hand-crafted festive gifts, food and drink. From local breweries to cheesemongers, bakers to stained-glass makers, you’re bound to find all you need for this year’s Christmas shopping. With free parking and free entry, it’s not to be missed. 9am to 5pm on Friday and Saturday, 10am to 4pm on Sunday.

Friday 25th November Christmas Late Night Shopping

Enjoy an evening of Christmas shopping from 5pm to 9pm in the beautifully decorated

courtyard at the Ferrers Centre for Arts & Crafts, Staunton Harold. On the night you will be able to purchase stunning handmade gifts perfect for Christmas, or maybe just simply relax in the courtyard where you can listen to the music and taste some festive treats. Live music from 5pm. Hop and Hoof Licenced Bar.

We always recommend you check with the event organiser before you visit to confirm details.

It’s FREE to feature your event on this page or on our website. Please submit your full event details online at www.castledoningtonlife. co.uk/submit-event.html. Deadline for submissions for the December issue is Thursday 10th November. Life Magazines cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. For any queries, please email info@lifemagazines.co.uk

A seasonal shift at Calke Abbey

Once again, we’re nearing the end of another season. As the weather grows colder with the anticipation of the first frost, the misty mornings at Calke provide the perfect backdrop for golden hues to shine through the trees, creating a magical atmosphere.

Now is the perfect time to explore all that Calke has to offer, with an autumn free pass running until Wednesday 30th November. The ticket allows up to two adults and four children to enter a National Trust site for free, giving everyone the chance to make new memories at Calke. Please visit the website for more details and keep reading to find out how to make the most of your visit.

Wrap up warm and take in the last moments of Autumn on a walk through the parkland. The Tramway Trail is the ideal route to explore the countryside and take in some fresh air. With an accessible route, the multi-use trail is perfect for everyone. Enjoy landscapes of woodland, farmland, peaceful pasture, and discover part of the old horse-drawn tramway that linked Ticknall to Ashby. Or, get your blood pumping on a bike ride; with a relatively flat surface, it’s perfect for new or rusty cyclists to grow their confidence.

The natural woodland play area at Calke Explore is open all year round, allowing kids to go wild in

nature no matter the season. Zip up your coat, pull on a hat and get ready for adventures in the woods. Or if you need some peace and quiet, take a breather on a bench overlooking the wetlands. The refreshment kiosk is open at weekends, so you can play all day and then warm up with a cuppa or hot chocolate if you’d prefer.

The house is now closed for winter, however, there are behind-the-scenes tours taking place if you’re seeking a VIP experience. The tongue-incheek of Calke Unlocked tours have reappeared in the house, giving you fast-paced flavour of the house and rooms off the traditional visitor journey path. To showcase the collection team, conservation tours are also available. These give you exclusive access to the house and allow you to venture into areas where the team carries out their important work. You’ll also get to see the dust covers that conceal the collection, creating an eery atmosphere, as the team put the house to sleep for winter. Visit the What’s On page of the website – www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke-abbey - to book your place now.

Left: The Tramway Trail © National Trust/ Stephen Franklin

CASTLE DONINGTON

Pets Dogs and Fireworks

With Bonfire Night just around the corner, you may want to prepare your dogs. Here’s my top tips to help you through the season!

• Set up a den a few weeks before, somewhere quiet and close to you. This could be an open crate or cosy corner. Add a comfy blanket / bed and your dogs favourite toys. Regularly offer them some tasty treats or chews there. This will help them see this as a good, safe place.

• Ensure your dog has been walked and toileted before dark so there is less chance of your dog being frightened outside. If you need to take your dog out, ensure they are on a lead – even in the garden, in case they get spooked and try to run away.

• Put an action film on the TV to disguise the bangs – a great excuse to catch up on the latest Bond film! Make sure your house is secure with windows closed and curtains drawn to block out the flashes.

• Check when local displays will be held so you can prepare and make sure you’re home.

• Reassure your dog! You will not make their behaviour worse by giving them comfort

and affection if they seek it. They are feeling genuinely frightened.

If your dog is struggling to cope with fireworks, please contact your vet or get in touch with me to see how I can help.

Anne the Dog Trainer www.anniethedogtrainer.co.uk

Community Board

Volunteers Needed Health+ are looking for volunteers to help support residents in Leicestershire to feel more confident using digital services to get online and to access health services. If you can do some basic things yourself already, be it shopping online, updating your password or downloading an app, perhaps you could help someone else to do the same? With training and support you could make a huge difference. Contact the Health+ project at healthplus@reachingpeople.co.uk or call Caroline Pepper on 0744 700 6986.

Rotary Club of Derby Daybreak

The club has a small but active membership who all share a common interest in helping others both in the local community and abroad. They hold weekly meetings on Thursday mornings, 7.30am - 8.30am at Little Eaton Village Hall, Derby, DE21 5EA. Arrive from 7am onwards and chat over morning tea or coffee with fellow members before listening to an interesting guest speaker or taking part in a fun event before leaving for work by 8.30am. Email membership@derbydaybreak.org.uk for more details. New members are always welcome.

Castle Donington Twinning

Castle Donington & District Twinning Association are holding their Annual General Meeting on Thursday 17th November at 8pm at the Castle Donington Hub. Members and non-members are welcome. Please come along and join as they look forward to celebrating 40 years of Twinning with our friends from Gasny next year. For more info please check their Facebook Page.

Derby Santa Run

Taking place on Sunday 11th December, this festive event with Rainbows Hospice for Children

Deadline for inclusion on December’s Community Board is 10th November

and Young People, Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity and Chesterfield Royal Hospital Charity is perfect for the whole family… whether you want to hop, skip, dance or run the route “yule” be sure to have lots of fantastic festive fun. Everyone who signs up to take part will also receive their very own Santa suit. You’ll also receive a finishers medal once you’ve crossed the finish line of the brand new 5km route at Markeaton Park. Tickets cost £12.50 for adults, £5 for under 14s. Register today at www.rainbows.co.uk/fundraise/events/ derby-santa-run

Christmas Tree Festival Castle Donington Parish Council are asking local businesses, clubs and schools to take part in a Christmas Tree Festival being held at The Community Hub on Bondgate. Funds raised will be donated to the local Air Ambulance. Set up will be between 3pm and 5pm on Wednesday 30th November and removal between 1pm and 3pm on Tuesday 6th December. Email bookings@ cdpc.org.uk for more details.

Charity Link Sleepover

Join Charity Link’s annual Sleepover, which sees a group of amazing people go without their comfy warm bed for one night to help local people in need. You just need warm clothing, a sleeping bag and a bit of grit and determination. There are two ways to get involved; join in at their Leicester City Centre Courtyard (there is a tunnel for cover if the weather is bad and access to a toilet) or take part in your own home, office or garden. Gain sponsorship or undertake fundraising activities to raise funds and help Charity Link to provide essential items for those in need. The sleepover will run from 8pm on Friday 11th through to 8am on Saturday 12th November. For details see https:// charity-link.org/events/charity-link-sleepover/

Did you know you can put community information on this page free of charge (subject to space)? So, whether you are looking for new members, volunteers or just have some information that you’d like to let local people know about simply email the details over to us at info@lifemagazines.co.uk We’d love to hear from you.

CASTLE DONINGTON

Pushing for positive masculinity in rural areas

It was once the case that men would go out to work and women would stay at home. Men earned a living, and women looked after the house. Yet, while this backwards thinking may seem like a thing of the past to many, in certain rural areas these patriarchal practices are still surprisingly commonplace.

Within countryside communities, men largely hold the positions of power: three-quarters of farmers are male; two-thirds of police officers are male; over half of landlords are male. Whether intentionally or not, these male-dominated spheres can cause serious issues for women. This includes making those suffering domestic abuse less inclined to reach out for help - with the National Rural Crime Network (NRCN) finding that rural victims are half as likely to report abuse.

As Julia Mulligan, former Chair of the NRCN, explains: “Idyllic rural life, characterised by gentle living, tradition and close-knit communities, has a dark side. It fosters a strong sense of male entitlement, which goes comparatively unchecked, flourishing alongside endemic ignorance about domestic abuse, deliberate or otherwise. It is taboo, with people deliberately turning their backs on victims, who are left physically and socially isolated, feeling deeply ashamed.”

Through a fear of not being believed, and a reluctance to damage the reputation of popular and powerful men in their neighbourhoods, victims often keep quiet. This can have a serious effect, with abuse in rural areas lasting 25% longer than in urban areas. Communities dominated by toxic masculinity are harming women, and this needs to change.

To help bring about this change, fighting back against what Mulligan describes as “the hidden underbelly of rural communities”, Rural Action Derbyshire are supporting the 16 Days of Activism

Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. Aiming to break down toxic masculinity and replace it with ‘positive masculinity’, which denounces stereotypes that say certain values and emotions are ‘masculine’ or ‘feminine’, this campaign will push to make rural areas more accepting, openminded places.

We at RAD, through our domestic abuse awareness service The Willow Project, will be highlighting the need for positive masculinity and diving into how we can bring more rural communities into the 21st century. This will build on our crucial regular work delivering awareness training, signposting victims to support services, and spreading vital information through digital channels such as TikTok and The Willow Pod.

Yet we are always looking for more people to help. It is ultimately our volunteers, those who go out into their own communities and push to improve attitudes on the ground, that make the biggest difference. If you think you can support our work and make a change in your local area, please visit our website, or get in touch with Skye Peat on s.peat@ruralactionderbyshire.org.uk or 07745 539445.

Together, we can break down toxic masculinity, and create rural communities that are safe for everyone. ruralactionderbyshire.org.uk

George White

Lockington & Hemington

Parish Council

2022 Remembrance Service

This years’ service will take place at the Hemington War Memorial on Sunday 13th November at 12noon.

Village Improvements

We have been successful in obtaining a grant from VEOLIA Environmental Trust for improvements to Lockington play area. A separate application through the National Lottery for Hemington play area has been unsuccessful, so we will be making other applications for this work. It is now likely that any significant installations will be early 2023.

Sports Pavilion

Planning work is underway by the contractors with orders placed for external panels along with roofing and the site being readied. Most likely completion is aimed for end 2022 / early 2023.

Village Hall

The Village Hall heating control system is being

reviewed with current rising costs in an attempt to keep booking costs as low as possible. Improved internet connectivity is also being considered alongside this matter. The hall is available for booking through the clerk - clerk@hemlock.org.uk or via the Lockington Village Hall webpage.

Planning

The hearing date for the St Modwen appeal has been set for Wednesday 23rd November. All documents submitted are available on NWLDC Planning webpage.

The first consolidated Neighbourhood Plan draft has been completed. This has enabled us to arrange an open event at Lockington Village Hall from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday 26th November to share the content and proposed policies ahead of submission to NWLDC. All are welcome to drop in during the afternoon and refreshments will be served.

Children’s Toys & Games

H S R E D D A L D N A S E K A N S A S P I H S E L T T A B J A B U K P G A T F D S S T H G U A R D D I P G N I N N U R H E P S C O O C P Y O M D T S N O U Y A R K S P C P F C O D U S P U L V I U S T R A I A K U L H T D B A B I U L O B T N M U S I C A L C H A I R S M D S G I P E W T T P A O B D S A I A C T L A T I S U L O O P W R E N H R H I N R N I E Q U P O B C K E O A C E S A K U S Z I R L L I S C P D R S R P S D Y N D E A O S C R S L A B E I T C L S S O R R Y S A C E E R K L H H O P P I N G X V F O U S I C M N U P U R E T S I W T T Q D D E P L D O M I N O E S X U C I R G H C O N N E C T F O U R D H P O E C A R N O O P S D N A G G E Y W B L I N D M A N S B U F F O D U L

Architects

Cam Butler Ward 9 Arts, Crafts, Gifts, Jewellery & Toys

Ashby Bears 40 Childcare, Clubs, Schools & Tuition Hemington Primary School 39 Titchy Town & Hero Town 47

Chiropodists

Ashby Chiropody & Podiatrists Clinic 13 Cleaning, Ironing & Laundry Services Chellaston Carpet Cleaners 40 Dental Services Beautiful Dentures 45 Estate Agents & Housing Cameron Homes 23 Marble Property Services 2 Martin & Co 48 Events & Attractions Ashby Connect 37 De Montfort Hall 7 Moira Furnace Museum 13

Food & Drink

The Honest Wine Company Ltd 27 Garden Design & Maintenance

Arctic Cabins Ltd 31 Charnwood Tree Services 27 E D Paving 21 Swarkestone Nursery 17

Home & Interiors

Birch Bedrooms Ltd 42 Gliderobes Ltd 15 Golden Kite Trading 34 Hambleton Interiors 35 Stylish Home 11 Kitchen & Bathroom Dream Doors Derby 45 Elite Spray Tech 41 Holme Tree 5 Locksmiths Hazlewood Locksmiths 40

Motoring

Allen’s Autocare 13 Auto Line MOT Centre 3 Velocity Car Detailing 8 Pet Services

Annie the Dog Trainer 34 Dovecote Veterinary Hospital 46 Places of Worship St Edward’s Church 3 Plumbing, Heating & Gas Services Gas Assist Heating and Plumbing 18 Pubs, Restaurants & Takeaways Donington Fish Bar 24 & 25 The Priest House 33 Sliming Services

Slimming World with Tricia 18 Solicitors & Will Writers Fishers Solicitors 14 LevLaw Ltd 34 Windows & Doors Capital Windows Derby Ltd 21 Castle Donington UPVC 40

Welcome to

Interactive role play centres based in South Derbyshire

Titchy Town and Hero Town are both indoor play villages designed especially for little ones up to 8 years of age. Children can freely explore the many different

Titchy

zones in

are designed to allow children’s imagination to run wild whilst they role play in a safe environment.

Grown-ups can participate in their child’s play, or just sit back and watch them learn

a mug of freshly brewed tea or coffee and an amazing

from our little coffee shop.

Where are we?

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in Melbourne (Castle Lane, DE73 8JB).

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