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Welcome

Like the whole of the UK and many people around the world, the team here at Ibstock Life were stunned and saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 8th September. For all of us she was a constant and steadfast presence in our lives, and the one person we could rely on to hold true to her values as the world around us underwent fundamental changes.

The Queen notched up some remarkable achievements during her 70-year reign. Since 1952 she travelled to more than 100 countries and made more than 150 visits to Commonwealth countries including 82 state visits. She worked with all 15 UK Prime Ministers, met 13 US Presidents and 7 Popes. She was an extraordinary figure, and we feel proud and very, very lucky to have had her in our lives for as long as we did. She will be greatly missed and on page 8 we look at five of her memorable moments.

Now we must look forward to a new era for both the royal family and the UK as King Charles III begins his reign. As the longest-serving heir apparent in British history he has had plenty of time to prepare for this and to learn from the example set by his mother. This should give us hope and popular opinion so far is that our new King will continue her good work.

Just before I sign off, here’s a reminder that the clocks go back on 30th October.

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Queen Elizabeth II: Five memorable moments

Our beloved Queen always retained a wicked ability to surprise. Here we celebrate occasions when the delight, dominance, devilishness and charm of Elizabeth II really came to the fore.

For Queen and country, 2012

At the 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony the stage was set, and the eyes of the world were on Stratford. A video begins showing Daniel Craig’s James Bond arriving at Buckingham Palace, where he is escorted to Her Majesty by two loyal corgis.

The pair then make their way to a helicopter and after a whistlestop tour of London – not to mention a wave from Churchill – seemingly parachute jump into the stadium!

Annus horibilis, 1992

Imagine, amidst a disastrous year, you then are obliged to give a speech to mark your 40th anniversary as the Queen of Great Britain.

It would have been acceptable not to mention the woes that had recently engulfed her family –from the revelation of lusty phone calls between Camilla and Charles to the separation of Andrew and Fergie, alongside the blaze that literally engulfed Windsor Castle – but instead she faced head-on the catastrophes that threatened her exemplary reign.

The sword and the cake, 2021

Just like in the mythical days of King Arthur, the notion of a monarch wielding a sword to defend the people and land of their kingdom is branded in our imaginations.

It was this irresistible urge then, which spurned our very own Queen to take up a ceremonial sabre to defeat her foe. The battlefield: the 2021 G7 summit in Cornwall. Her target: an enormous cake.

The rambling rose, 2008 “It was clear from the moment we stopped

that they hadn’t recognised the Queen,” began former Royal Protection officer Richard Griffin, referencing some American tourists near Balmoral. Upon asking where she lived, the Queen said “Well, I live in London, but I’ve got a holiday home just on the other side of the hills.

The Americans asked if she’d ever met the Queen to which she replied, “I haven’t, but Dickie here meets her regularly.” They excitedly took pictures with the pair before going on their way. Later, the Queen joked, “I’d love to be a fly on the wall when he shows those photographs to his friends in America.”

Lady Ma’amalade, 2022

A very special Jubilee moment was the video of our magnificent late Queen with fellow national treasure, Paddington Bear, who had come to have tea at Buckingham Palace.

As is befitting of our beloved bear, chaos ensues: tea is greedily slurped, china teapots are nearly broken, and cream cakes are squirted.

By way of apology for his poor behaviour

Paddington offers Her Majesty a marmalade sandwich, but she already has one tucked away in her bag: ‘for later’.

WIN a family ticket to attend Statfold’s Halloween Fireworks Spooktacular!

Statfold, located just outside of Tamworth, has developed quite the reputation over the last fifteen years offering both old and young a fantastic fun day out. With a narrow-gauge steam railway, museum, soft play, family funthemed events, country walks and more, it really is a hidden gem. Their calendar is packed with events ranging from the Party in the Park to their Magical Santa Express and of course this month sees the return of their ever popular Halloween Spooktacular.

From Monday 24th to Sunday 30th October there’ll be plenty of ghosts and ghouls and lots of frightfully fun activities taking place. Dare you enter Critter Corner? Can you follow the trail through the Haunted Woods? Try your hand at the Witches Academy and take a seat to enjoy the Monster Mash live show. Friday 28th, Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th October also sees the return of their sell-out Firework Spooktacular presented by the award-winning team behind London’s New Year’s Eve firework

celebration, the perfect end to a spooky day. Tickets cost from £16 for adults, from £14 for children and from £55 for a family.

To find out more about Statfold and their upcoming events including the Halloween Spooktacular or to book online, head over to their website www.statfold.com

WIN, WIN, WIN!

We’ve teamed up with Statfold to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a family ticket to attend Statfold’s Halloween Fireworks Spooktacular. This amazing prize consists of

• All of the scary activities included in the Halloween Spooktacular

• AND access to the Halloween Fireworks at 6.30pm

To be in with a chance of winning simply send your full contact details (name, address and telephone number) to: competition@lifemagazines.co.uk with the subject line ‘WIN Halloween Spooktacular tickets!’. Good Luck!

Terms & Conditions: Entries close on Sunday 16th October. The prize consists of a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) to attend the Halloween Fireworks Spooktacular event on either Friday 28th, Saturday 29th or Sunday 30th October only. The winner will be chosen at random from all correct entries. The winner will be notified and the winners name will also be published on our Facebook page. Multiple or automated entries are not allowed. We will not pass your details to any third party.

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Experience a Magical Autumn at Calke Abbey

Autumn is a magical time of year at Calke Abbey. It signifies a period of change, as the colours around us begin to shift from the bright greens of summer to vivid goldens and rustic reds. There’s plenty to do this Autumn, whether that’s enjoying a peaceful walk through the parkland or observing the deer in the Deer Park.

When trees begin to shed their leaves, they leave colourful piles of red and orange as far as the eye can see. This is the perfect time for an autumnal amble. Follow the waymarked blue route through Serpentine Woods and take in a kaleidoscope of colour, as sunshine peeks through the bare trees. Enjoy the peace and quiet apart from the crisp crunching of leaves on the ground as you walk.

Learn more about the parkland at Calke on a park guided walk. Available every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday at 11am or 2pm on a first come first-served basis. However, please double check the website (www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calkeabbey) to see when they’re running. Hear stories about the ancient parkland, which has been through a long journey from its roots as a religious ground to its status as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and National Nature Reserve. These guided walks are also your only chance to enter the Deer Park, witness the deer up close and learn about their history at Calke. You’re bound to discover something new on these fascinating rambles, so make sure you get there early.

Autumn is also the time to stop by the Deer Park, as deer rutting season takes place from October onwards. Watch out for bellowing roars and keep your eyes peeled for clashing antlers, as the stags compete for the females. Bring a pair of binoculars with you, as you won’t want to miss this spectacular behaviour.

Visit the gardens mid-October to see a vibrant display of homegrown pumpkins and gourds on the Auricula Theatre. You can even purchase

the pumpkins and gourds from Thursday 27th October to decorate your house and prepare for Halloween. This is truly a highlight of our Autumn offer and is well-worth visiting. At the end of the Physic Garden is a small orchard, which produces a variety of local and historic apples. Take a seat to admire them in full view and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. At times during October, the gardeners will also be selling the apples, allowing you to enjoy fresh apples at home.

Top and inset: A Red Deer stag announcing that it’s deer rutting season © National Trust/Dennis Richardson The pumpkin and gourd display in the Auricula Theatre © National Trust/Bryony Sibson

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Protecting Your Family Inheritance

Most people hope that their estate will pass on to their children and grandchildren eventually.

But this will not happen for many, unless careful arrangements have been made to protect their assets from being taken towards the end of their life to pay for care home fees. The solution to help protect your estate is a Will incorporating a Property Protection Trust (PPT).

But this will not happen for many, unless careful arrangements have been made to protect their assets from being taken towards the end of their life to pay for care home fees. The solution to help protect your estate is a Will incorporating a Property Protection Trust (PPT).

A testamentary PPT can only be executed whilst both partners remain alive. Upon death of the first partner, their Will specifies that their share of the property is placed into trust and names the ultimate beneficiary of this share, normally the children and grandchildren of the deceased. The surviving partner, under the terms of the trust, has the unequivocal right to remain living in the property for the rest of their life. On the death of the second partner the Trust comes to an end and the property passes to the beneficiaries.

A testamentary PPT can only be executed whilst both partners remain alive. Upon death of the first partner, their Will specifies that their share of the property is placed into trust and names the ultimate beneficiary of this share, normally the children and grandchildren of the deceased. The surviving partner, under the terms of the trust, has the unequivocal right to remain living in the property for the rest of their life. On the death of the second partner the Trust comes to an end and the property passes to the beneficiaries.

As the surviving partner does not own the deceased’s share of the property it is fully protected for the beneficiaries, so if the surviving partner requires care, or even remarries, this share of the children’s inheritance is protected. This last point can be particular interest to couples who have come together and have children with different partners.

As the surviving partner does not own the deceased’s share of the property it is fully protected for the beneficiaries, so if the surviving partner requires care, or even remarries, this share of the children’s inheritance is protected. This last point can be particular interest to couples who have come together and have children with different partners.

A PPT can help each person in a relationship ensuring that their children inherit their share of the property, while giving their surviving partner the ability to live in the property for the rest of their life. If the surviving partner wants to move to another property, they can still sell the property and the proceeds to be used to purchase a new property, the terms of the Trust remain over the new property.

A PPT can help each person in a relationship ensuring that their children inherit their share of the property, while giving their surviving partner the ability to live in the property for the rest of their life. If the surviving partner wants to move to another property, they can still sell the property and the proceeds to be used to purchase a new property, the terms of the Trust remain over the new property.

Friday 28th, Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th October

Local Events Halloween

Halloween Outdoor Cinema – Calke Abbey, Ticknall

Adventure Cinema hosts three spooky nights of their fantastic Halloween Outdoor Cinema Experience in the grounds of Calke Abbey with a screening of the vampire classic Lost Boys on Friday, the Disney classic Hocus Pocus on Saturday and the terrifying Stanley Kubrick classic, The Shining on Sunday. Bring a blanket or camping chair, wrap up warm, and watch your favourite Halloween film on the big screen under the stars. Standard tickets cost £14.50 for adults and £9.50 for kids (plus booking fee). See www. adventurecinema.co.uk/venues/calke-abbey

Saturday 15th, Sunday 16th, Saturday 22nd to Sunday 30th October Halloween Spooktacular –National Adventure Farm, Burton Head to National Adventure Farm for all the fun of the farm plus a day packed with hair-raising Halloween activities. Take the Pumpkin Wagon tractor ride to their Pumpkin Patch where children can pick their own pumpkin to take home. Enter the magical maize maze and learn magic spells, ride a broomstick and brew potions. Enjoy the marvellous magic show, try your hand in the circus skills workshop and enter the fancy dress competition in your scariest outfit. Online booking is required. See www.adventurefarm.co.uk/event/ halloween/

Sunday 30th October Halloween SpookQuackular –Moira Furnace

This free to enter event, running from 10am to 4pm, sees the return of the ever-popular trails at Moira Furnace. This time though, the grown-up ducks have left their fancy dressed ducklings in the lava pool for you to rescue (hook-a-duck)

and headed off to explore the site. The only trouble is, they’ve been captured by the naughty giant spiders. Can you find all the fancy-dressed ducks and save them from the spiders? Pumpkin bowling is also back. Try your best to knock down as many ghosts as you can with your pumpkins. Do you dare take a ride on the forsaken barge? Beware, there are horrors lurking beneath the water. Come dressed for the occasion in fancy dress and maybe you will get a treat.

Monday 31st October

Toddler Halloween Fancy Dress Party – Jungle Mayhem, Donisthorpe

A fantastic Halloween event for pre-school children, from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Bobbing for apples, and games galore, treats will be plenty, with much fun in store. So put on a costume and fly on in, we are so excited for the fun to begin. Entry costs £4.95 with babies under 6 months free. Pre-booking is essential, call 01530 272 203 to book your place.

Friday 28th October

The Skeleton Run 2022 - Beacon Hill Country Park

Fancy a sprint through the spooky woods in the dead of night? Then dust off your wigs, break out the fake blood and join the original night run, The Skeleton Run. With 5 miles of terrifying trails, the horror of Beacon Hill (twice), menacing marshals and a final, downhill run for your life to the finish. Dare you take part? Fancy dress isn’t compulsory but is definitely encouraged. 7.30pm to 10pm. Pre-booking is essential. Entry costs £25. For more info and booking see www.theskeletonrun. co.uk/the-skeleton-run.html

Small, Friendly Village School

Heather Primary School invites all prospective pupils, parents and carers to come and visit our school on one of our open school sessions. These sessions will be held during normal school hours so that you can see what school life is really like. Why not come along on either Monday 10th October 9.30am - 11.30am or Monday 14th November 1.30pm - 3.00pm?

contact our school office for more information and to confirm your place. Telephone: 01530 260257 or email: adminoffice@heather.leics.sch.uk

Putting the garden to bed

It has cooled down but there are plenty of reasons for you still to be in the garden because October is a busy time of year, and of course being outside on a bright autumn day is fabulous.

It’s time to take out any summer bedding plants and empty seasonal hanging baskets and pots. Tidy leaves as they fall, especially on lawns to stop yellowing of the grass. Clearing leaves will reduce slippery patches on paths too. However, remember that the wildlife need some over grown areas, especially the hedgehogs and birds. Important too, is a yearlong supply of bird food to encourage movement and song into your garden.

I suggest you take a look at your fruit trees if you have any. Cut out any dead, diseased or crossing branches and think about the shape you are creating and the height at which you can pick next year’s fruit.

Divide perennials such as Geraniums or Achilleas that have become too big by digging them up and dividing them with a fork. Spread divided plants around your borders so you have the same plant multiple times to give rhythm and unity to your planting scheme. Alternatively, plant together to create a block of colour or texture.

Hellebores (Christmas roses) may need a bit of a prune to the old shoots to reduce lanky spread and make way for fresh growth. Now is also the time to cut back any tall roses to prevent wind rock and to prolong the flowering display on repeat flowering varieties.

October is the last month for cutting the grass and a very good month for preparing for new grass areas, either with turf or through seeding. Prepare the area for lawns well. Also any paths or edges of lawn which have become bald will benefit now from a scattering of seed.

Compost heaps are the heart of a good garden so look after it now; turn it over and tuck it up for winter with a topping of old carpet or sack to keep warm and speed up the rotting.

Looking forward, you might be able to treat yourself to a future vision of colour via a little

bit of shopping..... plant bulbs for next spring now. Think of colour and what you want to see, a pastel pallet perhaps, or a riot of vibrant and exploding colours to look forward to. Check out the height and flowering time of the bulb and decide if you want a succession of slightly different flowering times to elongate the spring colour. A wonderful but short lived display is simply achieved by a tulip of one colour planted en masse.

In the vegetable garden dig over empty areas. Main crop potatoes will be ready for lifting and broad beans are ready to be sown.

Happy gardening!

By local garden designer, Francesca Sinclair

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Join TREEFEST and help research into woodlands and wellbeing

Have you ever thought how different types of woodland make you feel? The different age, size and shape of trees in the National Forest have made it the perfect choice for Treefest, a research project running until the end of October to help understand the benefits of treescapes on our wellbeing.

Treefest invites people to take part in one or more of eight walks throughout the Forest, and record how the walk makes them feel.

It’s part of Connected Treescapes, a research project led by the University of York, that aims to break new ground in understanding how the UK’s treescapes benefit our wellbeing. It is funded through the £14.5 million Future of UK Treescapes programme and aims to explore the wider value of trees to wellbeing, cultural heritage, and wildlife.

Treefest has been devised by the University of Derby in partnership with the National Forest and health and wellness company Go Jauntly, to use the varied woodlands of the National Forest to further understand how walking amongst different

treescapes can make us feel. Data collected will be used by the wider Connected Treescapes team to help create tools and knowledge to inform the design of future treescapes for the benefit of future generations and the rest of the natural world.

You can take part in Treefest by downloading the free Go Jauntly app on your iPhone or android device and answering a few simple questions before and after your walk. Researchers will then study this data to see how various treescapes relate to wellbeing, with all data being anonymised and averaged before publication.

Available walks in Leicestershire and Derbyshire are at Robin Wood, Calke Abbey, Beacon Hill and Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Wood. Or you can explore further afield and walk the remnant ancient Needwood Forest at Jackson’s Bank, Dunstall or Anslow, or try the Rosliston Treefest walk.

As well as helping to influence future treescapes, as a huge thank you for taking the time to participate in the research, all those who take part in the walks before the end of October will be entered into a prize draw to win one of twenty £100 gift vouchers.

See more about Treefest at www.gojauntly.com/ treefest

nationalforest.org

Top, inset and bottom: Ben Hall; Ross Hoddinott; National Forest

Local Events

Saturday 8th October

Wizarding School

Enjoy a magical night immersed in the world of magic and wizards at the Sir John Moore Foundation in Appleby Magna. Adults, children, witches, wizards and muggles welcome from 7pm to 11.30pm. Tickets cost £35 for adults and £20 for children and include a two course meal in the Great Hall, potion making and drinking, a Harry Potter Quiz, School Museum tour and an after party in the Dungeon Common Room. Call Amy on 07967 547 353 for info and tickets.

Sunday 9th October

The Rutland Roman Villa Project

In this fascinating talk, archaeologist

Peter Liddle will speak about the excavations that took place close to the River Chater, south of Rutland Water. They revealed the most spectacular mosaic pavement showing the story of Hector and Achilles at the siege of Troy and the villa in whose main room it lay. 2.30pm to 3.30pm at Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre, CV13 0AD. Tickets are £6 per person. You can purchase them online at www. bosworthbattlefield.org.uk/events/ or by calling 01455 290429. Pre booking essential.

Friday 14th October

Downton Abbey – A New Era (PG) This month’s film night at Packington Memorial

Hall will feature the 2022 Downton Abbey film – A New Era. The Crawley family goes on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the dowager countess’s newly inherited villa. 7pm for 7.30pm start. Tea and coffee served from 7pm. £4 for adults and £2 for children. All welcome. No need to book, just turn up.

Saturday 15th October Comedy Evening

Funhouse Comedy will be hosting an evening of fun and laughter at Century Theatre in Coalville. Topping the bill is the animated Sean Heydon, one of the country’s premier comedy magicians. Opening the night will be 2021 British Comedian of the Year Finalist, Greek comedian George Zach. Completing the line-up is the clever and amusing character act, Mad Ron. Compere for the night is Tony Cowards. 7pm doors open. 8pm start. Tickets cost £12 in advance. For info and bookings see www.funhousecomedy.co.uk

Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th October

Staunton Harold Running Festival

A collection of picturesque races for all the family, running through the private gardens of the Staunton Harold estate and the National Forest Biggin Wood. Various race distances including 10km, 5km, 2km Fun Run and bring your dog along too for the Canicross races. Everyoneincluding your hound will receive a Finishers Medal. See www.endorphinsport.com/ for details and prices and to register online.

Friday 21st October 80s Live!

Get ready to enjoy the biggest 80s party show to tour the UK. Travel back in time to one of the most iconic eras of music for the night out you

have been dreaming of – put your hands together and get into the groove as our live band ‘Electric Dreams’ perform over two dozen chart topping anthems from artists including Wham, Culture Club, Rick Astley, Madonna, Duran Duran, A-Ha, Tears for Fears and more. Standard tickets cost £31.50. Show starts 7.30pm. See www. loughboroughtownhall. co.uk/events

Friday 21st October

Queen UK Formed over 15 years ago to help local hospitals with their fundraising events, Queen UK have gone on to play at lots of tribute festivals around the country. This three piece band, representing Freddie Mercury, Brian May and Roger Taylor, will play a well-known selection of Queen’s greatest hits at Ashby Venture Theatre. Doors open at 7.30pm. Performance starts at 8pm. Tickets £16. See www.ashbyventuretheatre. org.uk/whats-on for details.

Saturday 22nd October Bavarian Night

Head down to Conkers for their brilliant Bavarian Night in the Forest Hall and celebrate in true Oktoberfest style. Karl’s Brass, one of the best

Oompah Bands in the country will be your hosts for the evening. Tickets cost £22 each and include a hot themed German supper. Doors open at 7.30pm and the show starts at 8pm. FREE parking at Indoors Conkers Discovery – DE12 6GA. See www.visitconkers.com/event/ bavarian-night/ to book online.

Saturday 29th October

Soul Kinda Wonderful The UK’s no.1 award winning tribute to The Drifters, The Four Tops and The Temptations perform at The Century Theatre, Coalville. Thoroughly re-live that splendid era with Soul Kinda Wonderful, this is Soul and Motown at its very best. The band breathes new life in to the classic Drifters hits such as ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Save the Last Dance for Me’, ‘Up On The Roof, and ‘Kissing In The Back Row of The Movies’. Tickets cost £22-£24.50. Show starts 7.30pm. Book online at https://centurytheatre.co.uk/whatson/soul-kinda-wonderful/

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LGBTQ+ Inclusion

At Ibstock Community College, we continue to work hard to tackle discrimination and promote equity for all. As part of this, we are currently in the process of working towards our Rainbow Flag Award and have successfully completed the first three sections of this so far.

The Rainbow Flag Award is a national quality assurance framework for primary schools, secondary schools, SEND schools and colleges. The award focuses on positive LGBT+, (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, plus other related identities), inclusion and visibility.

A large part of our work on the Rainbow Flag Award has involved empowering ourselves and our school community through the use of inclusive language. We found that there were sometimes misconceptions and

misunderstandings surrounding the use of language or definitions of words, and so educating ourselves and others about this has been a key focus for us. As a school we have done this in a range of ways, such as through assemblies, lessons, celebration days, staff training, and family learning events.

For anyone wishing to learn more about this, the Stonewall website has a list of key terms: www.stonewall.org.uk/help-advice/informationand-resources/faqs-and-glossary/list-lgbtq-terms.

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The Palace Community Centre is available to hire for regular events and commercial hire, as well as private parties and celebrations. The Palace has a fully licensed bar, kitchen facilities, large free car park opposite venue, good disability access and facilities, full PA and lighting system, large screen and wi-fi, making it an ideal venue for numerous types of events.

Regular events at e Palace

Monday

• Shimmi ‘N’ Shake with Nunzia 9.30am to 10.30am

Contact Nunzia Proudman on 01530 835 974

• FITSTEPS – 11am to 12 noon

Contact Rose on 07562 331 041 or email rosemarydebney@gmail.com

• Pilates – 1.30pm to 2.30pm

Contact Marie-Claire on 07970 151 324 or mc@wyldlife.co.uk

• Seated Pilates – 3pm to 4pm

Contact Marie-Claire on 07970 151 324 or mc@wyldlife.co.uk

• Pilates – 6.15pm to 7.15pm & 7.45pm to 8.45pm

Contact Michelle on 07887 678 367

Tuesday

• Bubbles Playgroup – 10.30am to 12 Noon Term Time Only Booking required via www.facebook.com/ bubblesibstock

• Childrens Karate – 4pm to 5pm

Contact Paul Barnett on 07719 636 374

• Yoga – 6.45pm to 7.45pm

Contact Jonathan on 07776 304766

• Tai Chi – 8pm to 9.30pm.

Contact Doug on 07969 480 684

Wednesday

• 50+ Fitness Pilates – 9.30am to 10.30am

Contact Marie-Claire on 07970 151 324 or

mc@wyldlife.co.uk

• Seated Exercise to Music – 11am – 12 noon

Contact Ian on 07508 115080

• Ibstock and Heather Churches Welcome Time – 2pm – 4pm (3rd Weds every month)

Contact Revd Dr Andy Hartropp on 01530 262 590

• FITSTEPS – 6.15pm to 7.15pm

Contact Rose on 07562 331 041 or rosemarydebney@gmail.com

• Palace Players – 7.30pm – 10.00pm

Contact the Palace on 01530 262 400

Thursday

• Outlook Group (a social group for senior citizens) - 10.30am to 12.30pm

Contact Sue on 01530 834 239

• ‘Weightwatchers’ class – 5.45pm to 6.45pm Contact Emily Colver on 07708 975 571 or emily.colver@ww.com

• Tai Chi – 7.30pm – 8.30pm Contact Doug Gerrard on 07969 480684

Friday

• Tai Chi – 10am – 11am Contact Michael Cashmore 07714 215 216.

• Childrens Dance Classes - Beginners Ballet 4pm to 4.45pm; Beginners Tap 4.45pm to 5.30pm; Musical Theatre 5.30pm to 6.15pm

Contact Miss Jessica of Rochelle School Of Dance on 01455 636 514 or 07949 121 442 or office@rochelle-dance.com

What’s on in October

Sunday 16th October

The Palace presents ‘Swervy World’

A troupe of multitalented musicians on saxophone, banjo, sousaphone, percussion and singing. These musicians all have a background of being travelling street performers.

Expect roots rock, boogie-woogie, swing, gypsy jazz, and rhythm and blues, laced with novelty numbers, film themes and disco, all played with unbridled enthusiasm. Tickets £12. Doors and bar open at 7pm, performance starts at 7.30pm.

Friday 21st October

Palace Film Night

The Palace presents: ‘Downton Abbey. A New Era’ (PG). The Crawley family goes on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the dowager countess’s newly inherited villa. Tickets £5. Doors and bar open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm.

Halloween Special. FTGU Wrestling always goes above and beyond to put on an actionpacked fun-filled family-friendly evening of entertainment and this time the theme is Halloween. Tickets £7. Doors open 4pm.

Friday 28th October Bingo at the Palace

A great social night out with Bingo and Play Your Cards Right plus a licensed bar and refreshments. Everyone welcome. No need to book just turn up on the night. Doors and bar open at 7.30pm, eyes down at 8pm.

Saturday 29th October Scary Skittles Night

A traditional night of fun for all ages. Tickets £9.50 or £6.50 for under 16s. Price includes a fish and chip supper. Pre-booking required.

Coming up:

Saturday 22nd October

The Palace Social Dance

Eddie ‘The Collector’ returns with his fabulous music for an evening of Ballroom, Latin and Sequence dancing. Tickets £6. Doors and bar from 7pm, dance starts at 7.30pm.

Sunday 23rd October

FTGU Wrestling

FTGU Wrestling returns to Ibstock to put on a

Thursday 10th November

The Palace presents ‘Is that a bolt in your neck?’ A Live and Local event by the brilliantly talented Gonzo Moose Theatre company, inspired by the gothic horror movies of the 1930s. Doors and bar open at 7pm, performance starts at 7.30pm. Tickets £12.

For tickets call the box office on 01530 262 400 or see www.thepalaceibstock.co.uk

417739 or email

A new dawn

As the Elizabeth II era assumes it’s cherished place in history, we look at the changing elements that will soon play themselves out in a very public way

It is doubtless with a bittersweet heart that King Charles III embarks on his new role as Head of State. Having waited 73 years to take up the post he was literally born for, His Majesty has long dreamed of this historic moment. Yet, the price of power comes at the loss of his greatest love, mentor, and ally; his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

While Charles assimilates to a new life and role, this is not necessarily the only challenge he has to face; for the opinionated Prince must now become the impartial King.

Having waited in the wings for the past seven decades, it would have been ludicrous for the Prince of Wales to not only nurture opinions on society and the world-at-large, but to express them also. From environmental issues to a desire to revive grammar schools – and most recently a disdain for the government’s Rwanda deportation plan – the Prince of Wales has never shied from letting his thoughts be known, often instigating change via his various charitable and passion projects.

The issue here is that a prince may have such hobbies and persuasions, whereas a king must not.

One of the most abiding and best-known rules of the British constitution is that the monarch stays out of politics. This is the foundation on which the monarchy survives in a democratic society

regardless of what personal gains may be made from wielding its enormous power, publicly or otherwise.

Thankfully, King Charles is a brave, sincere, grounded member of the royal family, who takes humility as a cornerstone of behaviour having seen such a lack of it in many of his relations. He understands the next step in the line of Windsor is not in questioning what is right and proper, but more prioritising the elements of society that need his authority and guidance most, during what are difficult times for us all.

As king, Charles is responsible for carrying the weight of not just a nation, but the other 53 Commonwealth countries, across 14 realms, which now fall under his rule. He must be a champion of the people, cultivating pride when times are good, and courage when they are bad.

It is a mighty task, but one he is more than qualified for. He will undoubtedly be a very different monarch, yet what should reassure us all is the fact he has inherited his mother’s values, strength, and sense of duty.

Now, a new dawn has come… God save the King.

Community Board

Coalville Belvoir Rotary Club

Do you have an interest in supporting your local community? Do you want to meet new people? Would you like to collaborate in a range of projects for charitable causes? If the answer is yes, then please contact Coalville Belvoir Rotary Club and find out more about the group and their projects, events and social outings. Call Don Bailey on 07915 908 799 or email donjbailey@gmail.com. You can also find out more about the group on their Facebook page

Charity Coffee Morning

Why not start your Christmas shopping early with a selection of locally made crafts, homeware and gifts on offer from 10am to 12noon on Saturday 29th October at Holy Rood Church in Packington. Homemade cakes, a raffle and refreshments will also be available. Proceeds will be donated to Young Lives vs Cancer. Entry £1 to include coffee/tea.

Counselling Service

Hospice Hope has announced that it has expanded its popular counselling service and will now be delivering additional counselling hours at the Marlene Reid Centre in Coalville. Telephone counselling hours have also been increased, offering more people the option to access counselling in their own homes. Counselling is available to support individuals who have a condition that leads to a reduction in quality of life or who have been diagnosed with a life limiting condition, as well as offering support to their partner or carer. To find out more see www.hospicehope.org.uk/services/counselling

Walking Hockey

Stay active whatever your age, health or ability with walking hockey. Sessions cost £2 and run every Sunday afternoon at Whitwick

& Coalville Leisure Centre from 5pm to 6pm. To book your place, contact Georgia James at Georgia.James@nwleicestershire.gov.uk

Cakes & Coffee for Ukraine

Sit and enjoy a cuppa and some cake while raising funds for Humanitarian Relief in partnership with Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC). There will also be boxed cakes to take home as well as Ukrainian Sunflower and Hearts badges and friendship bracelets for sale. 10.30am to 1.30pm on Saturday 15th October at The Dixie Grammar School in Market Bosworth, CV13 0LE. Free parking and free entry.

Compassionate Listening Circle

Every Wednesday at 7pm it is free to attend a session at the Marlene Reid Centre in Coalville. This is a safe group sharing space to hear others and be heard. Join a circle of talking to others in a respectful, honest and supportive way. There is no need to say anything or pressure to disclose, you are welcome to just sit and listen. There will also be an introduction to mindfulness based coping techniques. Call 01530 510 515 or email info@innermovement.com for details.

New Community Start Up Programme NWLDC is looking for groups to join a community start-up programme to boost health and fitness across the district. Partnership opportunities are available for up to six groups, and the scheme is designed to help them get-off the ground and bring new ideas to life in local communities. The council is keen to hear from sports clubs, community centres and not for profit organisations. Community groups interested in getting involved can fill out the online expression of interest form at www.nwleics.gov.uk/communitystartup The deadline for applications is Monday 31st October.

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.

Team Alfred

Alfred is a remarkable boy. After suffering a brain injury at birth a little over 7 years ago, he was diagnosed with quadraplegic cerebral palsy after his mum noticed he wasn’t hitting the same milestones as other babies his age. Since that diagnosis, he has been defying the odds on a daily basis.

His parents, George and Emma refused to accept it when the doctors said he would probably need a wheelchair forever and the speech and language therapist said that he would never talk. Instead, they researched his condition and the pioneering treatments available to help him.

One such treatment is only available at the world-renowned NAPA Center in Boston, USA. Founded in 2008, the centre offers cutting edge physical therapies to enable children to achieve developmental milestones. These therapies include the NeuroSuit, which essentially provides an external skeleton to frame the body from the outside and improve body alignment. This ground breaking therapy forms the pillar of the centre’s 3 week intensive therapy course.

Alf has been to the Napa Center twice already and following his last visit, he was able to get himself into a sitting position unaided, which he could not do before. This shows how much he gains from these courses.

To add to the challenges he already faces, Alfred was recently diagnosed with epilepsy. After taking part in a week-long in-patient observation, doctors picked up as many as 17

seizures every night, meaning his brain is not getting the opportunity to rest and repair during sleep, as it does for most of us. This makes his progress all the more astounding.

Unfortunately, the treatments offered at the NAPA Center are not available in the UK and need to be self funded, with family & friends fundraising regularly. George and Emma are desperately hoping that Alf will be able to attend the NAPA Center again this year and are fundraising with this as the goal. In July, a group of friends and family ran the Thunder run at Catton Park, which involves doing as many laps of a 10km track as possible over a 24 hour period - yes, even in the dark! At the start of September Emma walked the 94 miles of The Staffordshire Way over 4 days to raise much-needed funds.

If you would like to find out more about Alfred’s journey, you can follow the ‘Team Alfred’ Facebook page. If you are able to contribute towards his treatment, you can scan the QR code with your phone’s camera. Anything you can give would help Alfred one step closer to his dream of running around the playground with his friends.

Alfred in the NeuroSuit at the Napa Center, Boston earlier this year

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the solutions

Halloween

Once you find all the words. Copy the unused letters starting in the top left corner into the blanks to reveal the hidden message.

Bat Cackle Cemetery Costumes Creepy Darkness Devil Frightening Ghastly Ghost Ghoulish

Haunt Howl Lantern Monster Moonlight Orange Party Pumpkin Scary Scream Skeleton Spider Spooky Sweets Tombstone Treat Trick Vampire Witch Zombie

Write the hidden message here:

Medications for use when ying

Patients often come to us requesting a prescription for Diazepam for fear of flying or to assist with sleep during flights. Diazepam is a sedative, which means it makes you sleepy and more relaxed. There are a number of very good reasons why prescribing this drug is not recommended.

• The prescribing guidelines doctors follow states “the use of benzodiazepines to treat short-term ‘mild’ anxiety is inappropriate.”

• Benzodiazepines are only advised for the short-term use for a crisis in generalised anxiety disorder in which case they are not fit to fly. Fear of flying in isolation is not a generalised anxiety disorder.

This means doctors would be going against their prescribing licence for diazepam if prescribed for fear of flying.

• The use of such sedative drugs can make you fall asleep, however when you do sleep it is an unnatural non-REM sleep. This means you won’t move around as much as during natural sleep. This can cause you to be at an even

further risk of developing a blood clot in the leg or even the lungs.

• Diazepam stays in your system for quite a while. If your job requires you to submit to random drug testing, you may fail this having taken diazepam.

Given the above we will no longer be providing Diazepam or similar drugs for flight anxiety. This policy decision has been made by the GP Partners.

Full information about this including fear of flying apps and courses can be found on our website.

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Markfield Natural Burial Ground 31 Garden Design & Maintenance

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The Foot Fairy 54

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Birch Bedrooms Ltd 49

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National Carpet & Flooring 36

Stylish Home 13

The Bed Shop 45

The Stone & Tile Company 7

The Suite Superstore 43 Kitchen & Bathroom

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Coalville CAN 47 NW Leicestershire District Council 23

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