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32nd Annual Garden Craft & Produce Show

Annual Show – 5th September 2015 The Annual Show of the Thurcaston & Cropston Gardening Club will be held at the Richard Hill Primary School, Anstey Lane, Thurcaston on Saturday 5th September 2015.

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Saturday 5th September 2015 to be held at Richard Hill Prima ry School, Anstey Lane, Thurcaston at 2.30pm

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Whether you grow flowers and vegetables, arrange flowers, make jam, take photographs, paint, embroider we have a class just right for you. It’s a wonderful opportunity to show-off your skills, so please don’t be afraid to have a go - it’s not the fierce competition that many still believe it to be. If you’ve always thought “I’d love to have a go but…..” don’t hesitate, join in the joy of taking part in a gentle competition with like-minded folk.

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There’s also a tombola stall, refreshments and the chance of a real bargain at our end of Show “market stall” sale of produce. The Show is open to everyone and exhibits are displayed from 8.30 am to 10.45 am on the morning of the Show. Doors are open to visitors at 2.30pm and entrance fee is just 50p (free to exhibitors and children).

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Lesley Day receiving receiving the Delia Brock Trophy at last year’s Show

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Show schedules are available from the Thurcaston village hall, Tebbatts Electronics, Brookside Nursery, Bradleys Supermarket, Wyevale Garden Centre, Brooklea Nursery, or from the Show secretary on 0116 235 9758.

Autumn meetings at the Gardening Club in the Memorial Hall Wednesday 14th October, 7.45 pm – The History of Hidcote Manor – Kate Ward The fascinating 100 year story of this magnificent garden.

Wednesday 11th November, 7.45 pm – Hostas & other Shade Loving Plants – Mick Eaton A guide to the best plants for those shady spots in your garden.

Wednesday 9th December, 7.45 pm – A Festive Evening Pre-Christmas fun with food and a quiz or two. Come and join the party!

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Newtown Linford Scarecrow Festival Weekend The popular Newtown Linford Scarecrow Weekend will be taking place on 26th and 27th September 2015.

During that weekend, the village will come to life, showcasing an array of scarecrows, on display in front gardens and in our new ‘scarecrow patch’. In addition, there will be activities throughout the weekend, such as Morris dancers, our school fete, and stalls selling various items. The village will be buzzing with people, so why not take the opportunity to enjoy a stroll in our beautiful Newtown Linford and go for a walk through some enchanting English countryside.

The scarecrows are on display all Saturday and Sunday and programmes will be available to guide you through the village providing further details on the various scarecrows.

The scarecrows are judged and prizes are awarded at the end of the festival. The public is invited to vote for their favourite scarecrow – the programme will include a voting form. We would love you to get involved in the judging of the ‘people’s choice’.

The local school holds their school fete on Saturday 26th September.

On Sunday, the village hall will be the centre of the festival with various stalls and serving refreshments. If you would like to have a stall on the Sunday, we will be charging £10 per stall (£5 for charities) - and then your earnings are your own. Likewise, if you would like to advertise in the scarecrow weekend programme, please get in touch to provide us with a copy of your advert so that we can include it in the programme.

If you would like to have a stall, advertise, or talk a bit more about the event, please contact Chris via email at chris@wroe.co.uk or Beate at beatehelmke@web.de (or tel. 01530 245198).

We need to have final details from you by 8th September 2015.

We look forward to seeing you at the festival.

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Anstey W.I. Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it Superman?

No. It's Anstey W.I. members playing charades at their August meeting. Jubilee Hall was rocked with laughter as groups of W.I. members attempted to convey to their various teams (yes, it was a team event) the titles of books, films, television shows, musicals and songs without using words. Try it. It's very difficult particularly when a book has been made into a film and then into a musical. Arms were flapping all over the place, arthritic fingers would not stay up straight in order to indicate two, three, four or more words; knees would not bend low enough so that the member could not indicate whether a word represented something small; elbows would not stretch high enough to indicated something tall. The idea might have been to give clues in silence but there were certainly many grunts, oops and phews being heard along with the laughter around the hall.

The W.I. is celebrating its centenary this year with a writing competition for the Lady Denman cup, the theme being what the President of a W.I. would report to its members in another hundred years time, 2115. One of our members, Chris Figgins, has had her story accepted on to the next stage when it will be reviewed by the National Committee in London. We wish her good luck.

Film Presentations

Thurcaston and Cropston Parish Council “The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” will be shown on Sept 11th and lasts 122 minutes.

During the three years since our first “Exotic Marigold Hotel”, the proprietor, Sonny, has found a girlfriend on whom he dotes. Co-manager, Muriel, played by Maggie Smith, assists with the hotel expansion. The wonderful performances by Judi Dench and Bill Nighy are enhanced by Richard Gere to produce a hilarious but touching drama.

“The Imitation Game” will be shown on Oct 16th and lasts 114 minutes.

October’s film is set in Bletchley Park during the Second World War when Alan Turing, played by Benedict Cumberbatch, amazingly breaks the Enigma Code. This film is a "must" for our cinema goers.

Thurcaston and Cropston Parish Council will be showing these films at Thurcaston Memorial Hall.

Starting at 7.30pm.There will be refreshments and a lucky prize draw. Advanced tickets may be purchased via the parish office –0116 236 7626 or at the door.

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Thurcaston & Cropston Brownies & Guides Review Sept 2014 to July 2015 by Snowy Owl We had submitted ‘decorated plant pots’ and ‘animals made from natural materials’ in the horticultural show at Thurcaston. Some Guides and Brownies won prizes which were presented at our next meeting. During the Autumn term we were working for the Communicator Badge and learnt the phonetic alphabet (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie… etc) and used this to send messages with two-way radios. The Guides sent e-mails and texts to their leaders to prove they could use these systems.

How is communication altered if you are blind or deaf? With the help of experts, we all tried sign language for the deaf and the Braille alphabet for the blind, and learned about life as a teenager coping with deafness or life with a guide dog.

We interspersed badge work with cooking on wood fires (Guides only), a trip to the swimming pool, and as Remembrance Sunday approached, we welcomed speakers from Anstey British Legion with their fascinating photos and stories of the World Wars. We made our own poppies from felt and attended the Remembrance Service at Thurcaston Church.

Luckily the weather was kind to us when we celebrated Bonfire night with fireworks, food and singing. For the Communicator badge, we were also learning Spanish words and phrases helped by a mum of one of our Brownies, but we also tried various Spanish foods such as churros and chocolate sauce, lemony biscuits and tortilla omelette.

As we neared Christmas, we made very pretty Angels for the tree. We really enjoyed our trip to the pantomime, Sleeping Beauty, at Loughborough Town Hall and finished the term with separate Christmas parties including dancing and games such as, the always popular, Chocolate Six and pass the parcel with forfeits.

The girls had requested to ‘Put on a show’ so Brown Owl, was busy over the holidays working on our own version of Joseph and the Technicolour Dreamcoat. The Spring term began with auditions and then lots of rehearsing for the girls. Costume production went into full swing, as well as making props and creating the scenery. We must not forget the help of several Dads for working the sound system, the video camera, and making a wooden cell to imprison Joseph. So the Spring term ended with our performance, to parents and friends, of a very professional attempt at Joseph with the Guides starring as the lead characters and the Brownies doing a super job as dancers and supporting chorus. The audience seemed unaware that there were only ten brothers, not twelve, on stage as the Guides had other parts to play. In the finale, a huge gasp could be heard as the magnificent coloured coat was unfurled to close the show.

We started the summer term re-living the Joseph performance on DVD and pretended we were at the cinema by eating popcorn too. The badge for this term was Animal Active and the girls brought in and talked about the care of their own pets such as hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits and even a bearded dragon (lizard). We learned about the care of horses and experienced grooming the horses Edward and Oscar and picking up the pooh.

Thank you to Marion & friends at Swithland.

On the hottest evening of the year the girls and leaders brought along their dogs and met at Bradgate Park to experience dog training with Lindsey from Animal Aid. We also took part in doggy relay races with eggs and spoons too.

We also had various outside activities such as swimming, scavenger hunt and a cook out. Thanks to the work of Leicestershire Orienteering Club, the girls ran around the permanent white or yellow courses in Castle Hill, Anstey. The Guides helped the Leaders to collect £107 for Barnado’s. We started on crafts for the 2015 village show by making dream catchers.

Five Guides, who are working towards their Baden-Powell award, ran a Pin the Tail on the Donkey stall at the Church fete. These girls also organised two Wet and Wild sessions for the Brownies and then the Guides, so that the term finished with water bombs, super soakers and lots of fun.

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David Snartt Reports...

County Councillor for Bradgate Division. - Borough Councillor for Forest Bradgate.

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Police Special Campaign.

You may recall that the proposed planning application for residential development at 237 Bradgate Road, Anstey was refused by a planning committee at Charnwood Borough Council. Since that decision the applicants appealed, therefore this appeal will now be dealt with by a Government Inspector starting on Tuesday October 6th , lasting for four days.

The venue will be the Ramada Hotel, Loughborough and will be open to the public.

I am hoping to speak during the four days.

After several concerns were raised about accidents at the Roecliffe Crossroads, I understand an in depth study has taken place to identify measures to improve safety. In a five year period investigated, there were 6 personal injury accidents, resulting in 8 people being injured, 2 seriously. Comments have been made on the proposed scheme, especially to reduce traffic speeds along Joe Moores Lane travelling towards the crossroads. I will keep you informed about the final measures to be installed when available.

There has been a further delay on the Charnwood Local Plan (Core Strategy) Examination. You may recall, I gave information in a previous report about this being submitted to the Secretary of State for independent examination. The Inspector wrote to the Council setting out a number of main modifications that were required to make the Core Strategy sound. In June a Wind Energy Ministerial Statement was published and the Inspector now considers that an additional main modification is required to clarify the approach to wind energy in light of that Ministerial Statement. I will keep you informed when the Council have more details from the Inspector about the required main modifications outcome.

Information has been sent to me about this campaign, therefore I thought it might be of interest to understand how some members of the public could learn how they can help their communities and become a Special Officer within the Police Force.

Leicestershire Police launched a recruitment campaign at the beginning of August to increase the amount of Special Officers across the county. The “COULD YOU” campaign is designed to encourage members of the public to make a valuable contribution in their community by joining the Special Constabulary.

Specials are volunteer Police Officers with the same powers as regular officers and typically spend around four hours a week, or more, working alongside and supporting regular officers to tackle crime in their communities.

The Special Constable has been around for decades and is a valuable resource in delivering and improving Police services to communities.

Leicestershire Police hold regular information seminars which give people the opportunity to find out first hand what it is like to be a Special with advice from serving Specials. For more information on the role of the special or to register for an information seminar please visit leics.police.uk/could you

Have Your Say on Charnwood.

Residents are being urged to have their say on Charnwood Borough Council’s services and the issues that matter the most to them. The Council has launched “It’s Your Charnwood Your Say” Residents Survey to find out how satisfied residents are with the council and life in the Borough. The results will be measured against the corporate plan to find out if the

Council is meeting expectations. The survey which is carried out every two years, asks residents to rate how happy they are living in the Borough, how satisfied they are with the Council’s services and identify what issues they believe the Council should be prioritising.

Hopefully you have received information on this survey, but may I urge as many residents as possible to have their say, as this is an excellent way for the Council to understand what is good and where improvements can be made in areas that matter to you. Visit www.charnwood.gov.uk/survey or to ask for a paper copy of the survey, please contact the Council on 01509 634705 or e-mail communications@charnwood.gov.uk

Electoral Register.

By now you should have had a communication from Charnwood Borough Council about ensuring you are on the Electoral Register, making sure that everyone eligible is registered to vote and can have their say in future elections and referendums.

One form has been sent to each household within Charnwood Borough to check whether the information that appears on the electoral register for those living at their address is correct.

Any residents who have any outstanding questions can contact the elections team at the council on 01509 632593 or visit www.charnwood.gov.uk/electoralservices If you need to contact me on any issues write to 10 Groby Lane, Newtown Linford, Leicester.

LE6 0HH e-mail david.snartt@leics.gov.uk or telephone 01530 244804.

Chairman’s Visit.

I thought it may be of interest to give information on a visit Joan and I made as Chairman of the County Council to the Civic Day at Leicestershire Children’s Holiday Centre, This is one of my charities this year whilst I am Chairman.

The purpose built Holiday Centre stands on the sandhills of Mablethorpe about a mile from the centre of town, providing accommodation for up to 64 children. First opened over one hundred years ago, it is now fully modernised and improvements are constantly being made. A special path gives access to the beach.

The Centre has been providing free seaside holidays for children of Leicestershire in need of a holiday, since 1898. Although the worst conditions of the early1900’s are now past, there are regrettably, still many disadvantaged children in Leicestershire who can benefit.

Holidays are available to any child between the ages of 6 and 10 who would not normally have a holiday. Many of the referrals come from Leicestershire schools or Social Services, but anyone can nominate children for a holiday. If you would like further information about the Charity and if you would like to support in any way you will find the information on the website www.leicesterchildrensholidaycentre.co.uk It was a most rewarding day, seeing all the children having such a wonderful holiday, some I am told have never seen the sea before going to the Centre. I am pleased I made this one of the charities I am supporting this year along with LOROS.

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More parents urged to take up free child care LEICESTERSHIRE families are being urged to find out if they qualify for free child care for their two-year-olds.

The call comes as new figures published last week by Ofsted show that 66 per cent of county parents are taking advantage of the offer for two-yearolds – this compares to a national average of 58 per cent.

Up to 570 hours of free child care are available for families if they meet certain criteria, and Leicestershire County Council is encouraging mums, dads and carers to use an online checker to see if they’re eligible.

It’s thought that there are around 1,800 county youngsters who could benefit. The funding has been provided by the government and is designed to benefit low-income families and help parents return to work.

The statistics also reveal that 94 per cent of three and four-year-oldsare using the free child care they’re entitled to, in line with the national figure.

Ivan Ould, Leicestershire County Council cabinet member for children and families, said: “Research shows that good quality child care gives youngsters the best possible start in life.

“Although nearly two out of three parents are making the most of the funding, we want to increase this and are encouraging people to find out if they meet the criteria.”

Parents of two-year-olds can find out if they qualify for by calling 0116 305 6208 or visiting: www.myearly learning.co.uk/ earlyyears/ apply

Anstey Surgery News Do you support a relative or friend who could not manage without your care?

If the answer is yes, a new confidential support service can help. The ‘Carers Health & Wellbeing Service’ is working with Anstey Surgery and other GP practices to support carers. Their friendly, experienced team can help in all kinds of ways, from practical advice to emotional support. The service has been set up by the local NHS and County Council because carers own health often suffers due to the physical and emotional responsibilities they take on.

Carers can be anyone of any age who cares for someone who is ill, frail, disabled, drug dependent or have a mental health problem.

Such situations are so varied that help has to be tailored to the individual. Examples are training in lifting patients, time out to meet other carers, free flu jabs, specialist contacts, advice on accessing financial benefits.

Young carers often spend 15-20 hours a week caring for parents or siblings, so their school work, attendance and social time suffers. Do you know any youngster in Anstey who might benefit from talking to people who understand their plight?

Anstey Surgery can put carers in contact with this new service. Talk to your GP or pick up a leaflet at the surgery. Your GP can provide more regular monitoring of your own health needs and involve you in the medical support of your loved one.

The waiting room at Anstey Surgery has a big range of leaflets about services such as this and also about particular health conditions. Take a look at all the leaflets, you will be surprised what help and advice is available.

Anstey Summer Gala Saturday 5th September

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Report from Anstey Parish Council The elections in May saw four new Councillors being elected to the Parish Council and we are pleased to welcome, Emma Bown, Melissa Hadfield, Mandy Jordan and Andrew Nickolls.

The Council have set their priorities for 2015 / 2016 as follows: Priority One - Mitchells Field Priority Two

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Transfer of land at Bradgate Road Planning obligations associated with the Davidsons Development.

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Accreditation to the Local Council Award Scheme

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The Scout Hut Leicester Road

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Additional outdoor recreational facilities

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Link Road Playing Field Proposals.

To update you on the work that is taking place with these priorities.

Priority One - The Mitchells Field project is p rogressing well, the Council have employed a Project Manager to move this forward, planning permission for the car park and two football pitches has been secured and the process of instructing contractors to undertake the work is in hand.

Priority Two - The transfer of land at Bradgate Road has taken place and the public open space in this area in now owned and maintained by the Parish Council. The Council will need to provide the public art for the area and consultation for this will be starting at the Summer Gala on the 5th September.

Priority Three - The Planning obligations associated with the Davidsons development at Groby Road are ongoing, the play park at the public open space will be complete in the next few weeks and work has started at the allotment site and cemetery extension. Those who have put their names on the list for an allotment will be contacted when more information is available.

Priority Four - The new Council Award Scheme replaces the former Quality Status that the Parish Council was previously accredited to.

Priority Five – The Scout Hut – work has yet to start on this project.

Priority Six - Additional outdoor recreational facilities, the Council are keen to provide a petanque court this year.

Priority Seven - No work has started on Link Road Playing Fields proposals.

The Council have formed a new ‘Events Committee’ who will be considering future events for the village, such as a celebration to mark the Queen’s Birthday next year.

Emma Bown has been appointed at the Tree Warden for Anstey.

Melissa Hadfield has been appointed as the flood Warden for Anstey.

The decision for the Christmas lights has been made for 2015, following a meeting with the Traders in Anstey the Parish Council are keen to look at ways of enhancing the Nook area.

We look forward to seeing many of you at the Anstey Gala please pop over to the Parish Council Stall.

A reminder that all are welcome to attend our meetings which start at 7.30 at the Jubilee Hall our next meetings are to be held: • Tuesday 15th September • Tuesday 6th October • Tuesday 27th October

Liz Hawkes Clerk to the Council

Your councillors are: Martin Broomhead, Nigel Aston, Vicky Ball, Emma Bown, Ian Grogan, Melissa Hadfield, Mandy Jordan, Glyn McAllister, Roger Peat, Andrew Nickolls, Brian Rowlinson, John Sutherington, Deborah Taylor and Chris Tunaley.

Your councillors can be contacted through the council offices: Tel: (0116) 236 2646 or email: ansteypc@btconnect.com.

The Heart of England Chorus The Heart of England Chorus is an A Capella Barbershop male chorus. We are members of the British Association of Barbershop Singers.

Based in Birstall Leicester, we are comprised of around 26 ordinary men from all walks of life like carpenters,double glazing installers to pensioners, and come from throughout the county and beyond, who are united in our love of music and singing.

What we love doing most of all is performing, and you'll find us out and about in the community at events throughout the year, and entertain audiences with our unique mix of intricate harmonies and off-beat humour, as well as at the annual national competition each year.

With our roots in the traditional four-part harmonies of the barbershop style, our repertoire includes songs from a variety of musical genres and spans many decades of the twentieth and twenty first century. Of course performance doesn't come without practice and our rehearsal nights are every Monday and we support our members with coaching and continually strive to improve our standard.

To this end we are having an OPEN EVENING 7-30 pm on Monday 19th October at the Birstall Social Club, Wanlip Lane Birstall, so come along just bring yourself and your voice we provide everything.

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SEPTEMBER IN THE GARDEN

September heralds the beginning of autumn in the garden with shorter days and colder nights, even frosts in some places.

There is plenty to do in September though, with the borders needing to be tidied up ready for the planting of spring flowering bulbs which should all be available by now. Although I count daffodils and tulips amongst my favourite flowers I am always slightly sad when the greenhouses are cleared of summer bedding and are ready for the bulbs.

However, hanging baskets and planted tubs should still be flowering well, especially if there are continued to be looked after by dead heading and watering regularly. Herbaceous perennials may be looking a bit sorry for themselves so give them a good tidy up and consider planting some now for next year so that they can become established before the winter. Japanese Anemones and Sedums should be coming into their own now.

Keep harvesting crops such as beans, courgettes, tomatoes etc. Often this time of year there is a glut so get pickling and freezing! Pinch out the tops of tomato plants now if you haven’t already done so to concentrate all its efforts into producing fruit not green growth. Cut off the foliage of maincrop potatoes to reduce the risk of fungal diseases affecting both the foliage and the potatoes. It also helps to set the skins of the potatoes ready for winter storage. Once the corn harvest has finished cover your brassicas with netting to keep the pigeons off. Plant overwintering onion sets and garlic.

In the fruit garden it is time to pick the top fruit if it is ready. Pot up strawberry runners ready for next season’s new plants. Clear out any dead and decaying matter from greenhouses to limit spread of disease and remember to try and water early in the day so that there is no excess moisture overnight now that the nights are getting colder.

Now is the time to establish a new lawn or repair your existing one. Raise the mower blades as growth is now slowing down. It is a good time to aerate the lawn and to apply a top dressing.

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Deborah Taylor, Borough Counc

47 Charles Drive, Anstey, LE7 7BH - Email: Cllr.Deborah.Taylor@charnwood.gov.uk - Tel: 0116 23

Latest Borough News…

A quieter month and I have managed a week away to recharge my batteries. I hope you have all managed some time away from your busy lives over the summer months. As the autumn draws ever closer, let’s hope some good weather remains for September. Don’t forget the Anstey Gala on September 5th.

The last public meeting held on 5th August 2015 was again well attended. We now have a good group of volunteers signed up and ready to run our library. I will repeat my plea that we still need more people to come forward and help us to keep Anstey Library open. Our volunteers are out and about working hard, delivering leaflets to as many residents as they can. This leaflet contains information and contact details if you are able to help.

The training spreadsheet is also starting to be booked for training our volunteers. We are hoping to complete the spreadsheet at our next public meeting on 1st September 2015 at Jubilee Hall at 7.15pm. Don’t worry if you can’t attend this training, there will be training offered again. I have been unable to attend the previous public meetings due to prior Charnwood Borough Council commitments but I am hoping to attend on the 1st September. We have two group training sessions on the 7th and 14th September at Jubilee Hall. We would also like your ideas on ways of making the library building pay for itself, for example by hiring space, selling products etc. I know that there are some people who have been unable to attend the public meetings but would like to help us, so please visit us at our stall at the Anstey Gala, or contact myself or Phil Knight on: AnsteyLib@virginmedia.com, twitter: @AnsteyLibrary or go to the new Anstey Community Library website at www.ansteylibrary.com

Events On 23rd July I attended Leicestershire County Council Chairman’s Summer Buffet Evening held at Beaumanor Hall. In beautiful surroundings the Contrast Steel Band provided great entertainment and it was a lovely summer’s evening. A superb buffet was on offer and it was nice to chat to familiar faces and also meet new people from a variety of different walks of life.

Issues I have received a few complaints and concerns from residents regarding trees, hedges, weeds etc. I have reported all these issues for you and chased them up. It does take time to get these jobs completed but I do follow these complaints up for you. I do spot some of these issues myself and here are a few that I have reported over the last few weeks and where they stand at the moment: • Sign post outside the Greengrocers bent over: Part ordered

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Search Is on for Unsung Sporting Heroes

physical activity in Charnwood.

Charnwood Borough Council organises and runs the event which last year saw 102 nominations for great athletes, coaches, volunteers and projects. If you know someone who has excelled in all areas, gone above and beyond for their sport, I would encourage you to get nominating them.

This year’s awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, November 30th, at Burleigh Court, Loughborough. The deadline for nominations is 5pm on Friday 18th September.

To nominate online or to find out more about the awards visit www.charnwood.gov.uk/ sportsawardsnomination.

Resident’s Survey Residents are being urged to have their say on Charnwood Borough Council services and the issues that matter most to them.

The Council has launched its Your Charnwood, Your Say Residents’ Survey to find out how satisfied residents are with the Council and life in the borough. The results of the consultation will be measured against the Council’s Corporate Plan to find out if the Council is meeting expectations.

The survey, which is carried out every two years, will ask residents to rate how happy they are living in the Borough, how satisfied they are with Charnwood Council services and identify what issues you believe the council should be prioritising.

Visit www.charnwood.gov.uk and have your say. To ask for a paper copy of the survey, please contact the Council on 01509 634705 or email communications@charnwood .gov.uk.

Electoral Forms Charnwood Borough Council is writing to all households in the Borough to ensure everyone is registered to vote and can have their say in future elections or referendums. Your letter and household enquiry form should have arrived during August 2015. This form uses the information provided to send a separate individual registration form to all the people in your household who are eligible but not already registered.

Please do not assume that because you were Do you know any unsung local sporting heroes registered last year that your name will be who deserve recognition for their amazing automatically included in this year's register. In achievements?

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When you receive your letter and form, please read it carefully and act on it. Every household must respond to the form even if there are no changes to the information. You will also need to provide them with the details of any 16 and 17 year olds living at your address as they are eligible to register (but will not be able to vote until they are 18).

Cycling Sessions for Youngsters Children can improve their cycling with fun and friendly coaching sessions in L oughborough.

Charnwood Borough Council will be holding sessions to help children develop their cycling, improve their road safety and also give them an introduction to cycling as a sport.

The Community Cycling Club is for children aged five and over. It takes place every Wednesday evening, 6.15pm to 7.45pm at Charnwood College. Each session costs £2 per child and there is no need to pre-book.

The sessions will be led by coaches trained by British Cycling, the national governing body for cycle sport.

If you have any issues or concerns, I’m here to help.

Deborah Taylor

Charity Whist Drives Charity Whist Drives are held on the 1st Thursday of every month at 7.30p.m at the Rothley Centre, Mountsorrel Lane, Rothley.

Admission £2.00. Large free car park

All players welcome

Odd John local and proud Coming to the heart of Charnwood in September 2015, is Odd John’s Kitchen - a kitchen deli offering locally produced artisan food and a variety of workshops. Odd John's Kitchen is situated at the Griffin Inn pub in the picturesque village of Swithland, Leicestershire.

Designed to be a working kitchen offering a home from home environment, the kitchen deli will serve customers with freshly cooked food made from locally sourced ingredients that will also be available to purchase. Odd John’s will also be offering a variety of workshops.

Held at the Odd John's Kitchen, the workshops will vary from baking and gin infusing to craft making.

Exclusive preview nights will be held on 8th, 9th and 10th September where customers can sample the very best of what Odd John’s Kitchen has to offer and to find out more about forthcoming workshops. These preview nights are by invitation only if you would like to attend please sign up to the newsletter on www.oddjohn.co.uk to receive more information and an exclusive invitation.

Alternatively, visit Odd John’s Kitchen on Sunday 13th September, for the supplier open day in which customers will get the opportunity to meet the suppliers to the deli and find out more about them, their artisan products and their story!

Director, Jay Cooledge said: "What started out as an idea for a village shop just began to snowball once we decided we wanted to try something a little different. The idea has evolved into an experience more akin to being in someone's house. Somewhere warm and welcoming, an environment that we hope people will really want to be part of."

It is part of Odd John’s mission to support small local artisan businesses and help to put them on the map with their foodie endeavours! To fulfil this mission, Odd John’s Kitchen is on the lookout for small, Midlands based local food producers and micro craft businesses to showcase their products as well as passion and talent to its customers. The workshops will provide small businesses the opportunity to share their talent by holding workshops at Odd John’s Kitchen and to sell craft products like aprons, tea towels and small kitchen equipment.

If you are a Midlands based artisan food producer or a small craft business, and are interested in either supplier or workshop opportunities then Odd John’s Kitchen would love to hear from you! Get in touch by emailing oddkitchen@oddjohn.co.uk or call 01509 890 535.

Odd John’s Kitchen will officially open to the public on Saturday 12th September and can be found at 174 Main Street Swithland, Loughborough, LE12 8TJ. If you would like to find out more about Odd John's Kitchen, then please visit the Facebook page - www.facebook.com/oddjohnskitchen or join the conversation on twitter @oddjohnskitchen.

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Borough Councillor Report Cllr John J. Sutherington.

Ward Councillor. Anstey. 43 George Street, Anstey, Leicester LE7 7DT. 0116 2204643. M 07939070603. - Email:- cllr.john.sutherington@charnwood.gov.uk Youth Cafe

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I'm disappointed with the damage that has been caused to the youth shelter at Jubilee Hall as someone has tried to set it on fire; there were also broken beer bottles, graffiti and more damage in other parts of the village. If there are reasons why this damage is being done then could someone please let me know, the shelter was put in place to benefit the young people of Anstey so it would be a shame if it were to be closed, but there is a real risk that this might happen if the damage continues.

On a lighter note, it's good to see Leicester City Football Club at the top of the Premier League, for the time being at least. England won the Ashes at cricket and Andy Murray secured another trophy. Anstey and Glenfield Cricket Club won their first cup competition for 25 years with a tense win over Huncote Cricket Club (minus the pig) in the final of the Leicestershire and Rutland Cricket League T20 bash. Only by 9 runs but we made it. We also had our President's Day which went well but could have been better supported locally. We lost the final to Asian Sports.

Congratulations also to Newtown Linford Cricket Club whose tea ladies won the Best Teas in England competition.

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I have given my support to a £5000 grant applied for at Charnwood Borough Council to keep this facility going for another year. I am doing my best, along with Phil Knight and his helpers, to keep things going.

Victory in Japan Service I recently attended this special service at Leicestershire Cathederal to remember those brave men and women in Japan who's lives came to an abrupt end in 1945 with the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Unfortunately, at the service I was feeling very unwell I must thank the kind people who helped me back to my car and safely home.

Rest in Peace Local man Steve Hutchins sadly passed away at the young age of 40, condolences to his family and friends. Also to family and friends of Paul Flannigan, local cricketer who was tragically run over at the age of just 31. Well done to Cropston and Anstey Clubs who are raising money to support the Brake Society in his honour.

Electoral Roll You should have received letters by now from Charnwood Borough Council to keep yourself on the electoral roll for the next year. Pleas can you complete yours, if possible, online; those unsure of what to do then please ring Charnwood Borough Council 01509 634546

THURCASTON & CROPSTON PARISH COUNCIL NEWS

Traveller's Back Travelling families are back and have based themselves outside Gynsill tennis courts. I have been in touch with the Multi Agency Traveler's Unit (MATU) at County Hall and spoken to Mat Bagley and to move them on will take 5-10 days, so please be patient. If you are concerned please call Mat on 0116 3058156 9.00am - 5 .00pm Monday to Friday.

Anstey Community Weekend September 4th - 5th A weekend of events to keep you entertained! Starting on Friday September 4th from 8.00pm at Anstey Nomads FC, the popular Vinyl/Live Acts Evening. This month's charity raffle will be going to the children's holiday home in Mabelthorpe. Cllr David Snartt Chairman of Leicestershire County Council will be there to draw the raffle and it is one of his nominated charities for his year in charge at County Hall. On Saturday there is a Community Day at the Nomads from 10.00am followed by the FA Vase game against Friar Lane at 3.00pm. From 12 noon onwards is the annual Anstey Gala, with a host of stalls, a bar and of course a raffle; last year's winning prize was £500! Hope to see you there.

Back again next month.

Regards, Cllr John Sutherington

Great Central Railway Past, Present & Future

A talk by Tom Ingall For the Friends of Charnwood Forest Woodhouse Eaves Village Hall on Monday 21st September at 7.30pm

As a result of a casual vacancy, Mr Clive Taylor of Station Road, Cropston was co-opted after a unanimous vote as Parish Councillor for Cropston Ward at the Parish Council meeting held on Thursday 20th August 2015. Clive signed his Declaration of Acceptance of Office and joined other members for the rest of the meeting.

The Great Central Railway opened in 1899, the last main line built in Britain. It was developed from earlier lines, notably the Midland, Sheffield & Lincolnshire (MS&L) irreverently known as Money Sunk and Lost!

Subject to there being no bye-election called, Council should be able to co-opt another Cropston Ward Councillor due to a casual vacancy at the next full meeting of the Council which will be on the 17th September 2015.

Between Leicester and Loughborough the GCR passed close to Charnwood Forest and encountered a landscape of particular beauty, including Bradgate, Swithland Reservoir and the tree covered south-eastern part of Charnwood. Our speaker will tell you much more!

Parish Clerk, Thurcaston & Cropston Parish Council, Parish Office, Memorial Hall, Anstey Lane, Thurcaston, Leicester. LE7 7JA

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Tom Ingall grew up in Leicestershire and now works for the B.B.C. in Yorkshire. He has been a volunteer at Great Central Railway for 25 years.

All are welcome. Members attend free. Visitors pay £3 including refreshments.

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POLICEMATTERS

Crime Figures 21st July 2015 to 20th August 2015

Welcome to ‘Police Matters’ from the Anstey Dedicated Neighbourhood Policing Team. The crime breakdown shows offences committed between 21 July and 20 August 2015 inclusive.

The crime figures show that during the period a number of Plant Pots and Plant Troughs have been taken from properties around the village. This ‘trend’ appears to be continuing, with some hanging baskets having been taken the previous month. The Pot’s and Trough’s were full of flowers and would have been very heavy, so it is clearly more than one person involved and it is highly likely that a vehicle would have to be used. The theft’s more than likely occurred during the night, but we would appeal to residents for any information on theses thefts – did you see any persons carrying Pots / Planters or Trough’s at a strange hour? Have you seen any such items dumped around the village?

One of the pot planters was a very heavy concrete item in the shape of a Swan that had been sat in pride of place on the owners’ front garden on Link Rd for well over 40 years. These crimes may seem trivial but they cause great distress to the victim, so I would urge all residents to be aware of these types of thefts and report anything suspicious to Police at the time it may be happening. If you think the theft is taking or has taken place then ring 999, or call 101 if you wish to pass any other information.

Did You Know? – A new Law from October 1st 2015 From 1 October 2015 it will be illegal to smoke in a car (or other vehicles) with anyone under 18 present. The law is changing to protect children and young people from the dangers of secondhand smoke.

Every time a child breathes in secondhand smoke, they breathe in thousands of chemicals. This puts them at risk of serious conditions including meningitis, cancer, bronchitis and pneumonia. It can also make asthma worse.

Both the driver and the smoker could be fined £50. The law applies to every driver in England and Wales, including those aged 17 and those with a provisional driving license. The law does not apply if the driver is 17 years old and is on their own in the car.

Burglary Dwelling – 0 Burglary - 3 (non Dwelling) (Business Premises, Shed, Garage, Etc) Andrew Road, Sturgess (Cropston Road), Broughton’s (Cropston Road) Theft of Motor Vehicle – 0 Theft from Motor Vehicle - 2 (inc Attempts) – Fairhaven Road, Park Road (Number Plates) Damage to Motor Vehicle – 1 Balladine Road Criminal Damage Dwelling – 0 Criminal Damage - 0 (non Dwelling) (Business Premises, Shed, Garage Etc) Theft Store – 0 Theft Cycle – 0 Theft Property - 5 Link Road x 2 (plant pots), Bradgate Road (plant pots), Forest Gate x 2 (plant troughs)

The law applies to any private vehicle that is enclosed wholly or partly by a roof. It still applies if people have the windows or sunroof open, have the air conditioning on, or if they sit in the open doorway of the vehicle. The law won’t apply to a convertible car with the roof completely down.

For more information visit - www.gov.uk/smokefreecars Finally, I extend a warm welcome to the new Dedicated Neighbourhood Officer for Anstey – PC 2924 Andy Folland – who has taken over from PC Andy Moore who was just covering the vacant position temporarily.

As always, we would ask all residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious person(s) or activity to Police on 101 or, if you feel a crime is taking place, 999. If you have any information at all about crime please call CRIMESTOPPERS. Your call will always be free, we won’t ask your name and you may even receive a cash reward. Just call – 0800 555 111

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Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland is calling on nimble-fingered knitters in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to get creative and knit little hats for Age UK and innocent’s Big Knit to help older people keep warm and well in winter.

Now in its 12th year, The Big Knit returns and budding knitters across the UK are being called upon to knit miniature woolly hats to adorn innocent smoothie bottles, which will be sold in stores nationwide from February 2016. For each be-hatted smoothie sold, innocent will donate 25p to help Age UK fund their winter projects. Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland is calling on local knitters to get as many hats as possible to them by the end of November latest to meet their challenging target of 42,000 and needs knitters and those wanting to give it a go to make this a reality.

Each winter, one older person dies needlessly every eight minutes because of the cold. With over a decade of support from knitters up and down the country, The Big Knit has raised vital funds to help older people keep warm and well in winter.

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BRADGATE U3A Over the last three month the one hundred and sixty eight strong U3A membership has supported and enjoyed the twenty five groups which meet at various venues on a weekly, fortnightly and monthly basis. Two monthly meeting have been held, first Wednesday of the month, 2:30 at Jubilee Hall Stadon Road Anstey.

Members enjoyed groups including; • Table games; Canasta, Board games, mahjong, Rummiklub and scrabble.

• Art and literature; Art,card making, dry crafts, quilting, and two reading groups.

• Music,Walking and talking; Come and sing choir, elementary and intermediate french, Hand belll ringing, Knit and Natter, Ride and amble, Strollers and Walking.

refreshments in the centre, visiting the kings tomb in the Cathedral in the afternoon.

‘London Underground Stations.’ To ‘Name the king’ exercised the little grey cells of the six competing teams. A raffle boosted the proceeds which will be put to the years charity fund.

June 30th. The Leicestershire Air Ambulance trust. is this years chosen charity, in support of this, around forty members attended a cream tea with prize bingo. This event was greatly enjoyed and about £55 was raised for the charity.

August 5th. Brought a highly entertaining talk by worm farmer Martin Clarke. There were not many dry eyes as he explained the woes and tribulations of his craft with whit and humour. If you get the chance to hear this speaker then dont miss it.

July 1st the monthly meeting was host to Julie Hawley who gave a talk entitled ‘Leicestershire Personalities’

August 17th. Found the Ride and Amble group travelled by local bus to undertake a treasure trail on a route from town hall square to the Guild hall and back. It was a good event which was well attended and enjoyed.

July 29th saw the National Trust group visiting Dunham Massey, a Georgian house with extensive gardens and deer park. During WW1 Dunham Massey opened its doors to the Stamford Hospital offered a caring sanctuary from the trenches to 282 soldiers.

• Activity games and sports; Croquet, ten pin bowling, and carpet bowls

www.bradgateu3a.co.uk Forthcoming Trips, Events and Speakers A leaflet giving details of regular groups can be picked up from The Jubilee Hall Stadon Road Anstey or contact us.

Monthly speakers and several one off trips have also been undertaken.

On June 3rd, at Jubilee Hall Lynne TannWatson gave a talk on herbs illustrating their use in cooking and home remedies.

September 25th A bus tour to ‘The National Arboretum’ Staffordshire followed by afternoon tea at Marsh Farm is being organised by the Gardening Group

June 4th. The Gardening group and other group members took a bus to The National Trust property at Hidcote Manor, which is a stone throw from Stratford on Avon.

October 2nd. A Bus tour to Bourton on the waterand and the nearby site of Roman villa at Chepworth. Organised by the National Trust Group.

The fine weather ensured the success of a tour of the extensive gardens. Inspired by the arts and crafts movement, the gardens are divided into ‘rooms’ each one richly planted a surprise and a must see for all keen gardeners.

Many enjoyed tea and cake in one of the cafes.

To commemorate WW1 wards and common rooms have been recreated to illustrate the period complete with actors taking the part of patients and nursing staff in a role play around the wards. Packed lunches were taken but many enjoyed a drink and well cooked meal in the barn style restaurant.

October 7th. Monthly meeting, the speaker is Julie Ede. The title is Wonderful Wily, Wicked Wallace - your guess is as good as mine.

On June 12th a group went by bus into Leicester to visit the new and well presented King Richard III exhibition centre.

The Cathedral was closed in the morning.

After spending time in the exhibition most people took time for

October 3rd. Long Alley Skittles night at Newbold Verdon WMC. At this popular event members usually enjoy three games. A hearty hot buffet is served between games.

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October 8th. A coffee morning in support of this years charity, Will include a raffle, sale of cakes and a couple of games of prize bingo.

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August 3rd. An evening pub quiz followed by a light pub meal was hosted at The Crown Inn Bradgate Road. Questions varying from

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VACANT NHW SCHEMES IN ANSTEY I am very disappointed not to receive any offers to become NHW Coordinators for the vacant schemes that were mentioned in last month’s edition. It is very important that Anstey has a NHW scheme on every road.

With Police cutbacks, it is now more important than ever that we try and look after ourselves and our neighbours. Anstey has a very low crime report, and is a very safe place to live let us all do our bit and keep it that way.

Just to remind you all of the roads I am talking about.

Balladine Road • Bradgate Road Broughton Close • Charnwood Road Long Close/Ruskin Fields • Falcon Road Charles Drive/King Williams Way Millfield Drive • Netherfield Road/Holgate Close I am very sad to say that Dorothy Poultney on Millfield Drive has decided to resign. Dorothy thank you for all your help and support. I am sorry to have to say goodbye to you.

If any of the current coordinators who don’t regularly attend our meetings don’t wish to be their street representative anymore can you please keep me informed? Don’t just stop coming to our meetings. I have sent an email

out to you, but very few have taken the courtesy to reply.

NEW SCHEMES I have not forgotten my promise to continue with setting up schemes in, Gynsill Close, Arguile Avenue, The Pastures and Mill View. I will be popping round to see you very shortly now.

BRADGATE HOME CARE I don’t usually put anything of a personal nature in my article, but I would like to say a big thank you to the girls from Bradgate Home Care for all your help and support in looking after my late mother (Sheila). Special thanks to Claire, Debbie and Vicky, in making her last few days as comfortable as possible.

ANSTEY GALA Don’t forget the Anstey Gala is on Saturday 5th September. Please come and offer your support. We will again be having a fundraiser tombola stall, as well as selling crime prevention devices.

If you would like to contact me for any reason, my details are: Phone number 0116 2365745 email diane@ansteynhw.co.uk

DIANE TILLOTSON ANSTEY NHW BEAT MANAGER

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Thurcaston and Cropston Local History Society Following a fascinating talk by Ernest Miller in October 2014 about Stoneywell Cottage at Ulverscroft, it was with eager anticipation that a group of members and guests gathered on Sunday 16th August to visit Stoneywell for the last of the Society’s summer outings. This delightful Arts and Crafts style property, a relatively recent acquisition of the National Trust, certainly came up to expectations.

We were conducted on a tour of the cottage by an enthusiastic National Trust Guide whose detailed and knowledgeable description of the property and its contents brought to life all that we had learnt from Ernest Miller’s talk. Stoneywell Cottage encapsulates the concept of the Arts and Crafts movement to reject the sombre formality of the Victorian era and to create a simpler country lifestyle, making use of local materials and the skills of local craftsmen. Stoneywell blends beautifully into the surrounding landscape and demonstrates the genius of its designer and architect, Ernest Gimson, who was commissioned for the work by his elder brother, Sydney. Given the nature of the site on which it is built, the interior of the cottage is quite unique with rooms on so many different levels and steeply angled stairs to negotiate – a certain degree of agility is required! The majority of the furniture is original with many pieces designed and created

by Ernest Gimson, as well as some by his two collaborators in the Arts and Crafts movement, Ernest and Sydney Barnsley.

It was a pleasure to hear again the story of the Gimson family and the origins of the building of the cottage. Since its completion in 1899, it has been a much-loved family residence, both as a summer retreat for its first owners, Sydney and Jeannie Gimson, and as a permanent residence for the last family members to own it, Don and Anne Gimson.

The cottage definitely conveys the atmosphere of a happy family home.

We proceeded to enjoy a tour of the gardens and grounds with another volunteer guide who explained about the overall design of the gardens which had been largely improved and nurtured by Don and Anne Gimson. During their tenure, the gardens had been lovingly tended, particularly by Anne, and detailed records were kept of all the plants that had been introduced over the years – these records have now been passed on to the National Trust to assist them in maintaining the gardens in their full glory.

It was a delight to explore Stoneywell, both cottage and gardens, and would certainly be worth a return visit, particularly at different times of the year to witness the flowering of the wide range of garden plants, especially the varieties of rhododendrons, beloved of Don and Anne Gimson.

Jennifer Kennington

In September, we return to our regular venue, the Harrison Room, All Saints’ Church, Thurcaston, when our speaker on Tuesday 22nd will be Peter Liddle and his topic “Viking Leicestershire”. Time: 7.30pm. All welcome. Visitors: £3 per person.

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There was no stress involved as everyone was just encouraged to do as much or nothing as they could.

The Members did seem to enjoy the session which lasted for 45 minutes, which flew by with good humour.

Following this, however, the afternoon concluded with the consumption of some gorgeous cakes in celebration of Birthdays belonging to Mesdames Gill Smart, Diana Whatton and Marjorie Sebastian. Not probably what Claire would have recommended following the Exercise session, but she seemed to turn a blind eye and enjoyed her cake nevertheless! A very happy afternoon.

Our next Meeting will take place on Monday 14th September at 2.15pm when we shall hold our Annual Harvest Bring and Buy. Everyone will be welcome and it would be appreciated if you could bring along either some home produced items from your garden or your kitchen.

(Shop bought goodies will also be very acceptable!) We usually have a lovely display which sells well and following this, we shall welcome Mr Andrew Parsons talking about “Farming with Wild Life” Any enquiries please ring me on 0116 2363467.

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New Volunteers for Breastfeeding Peer Support Ten women have recently been trained to become breastfeeding peer supporters to help families give their babies the best possible start in life.

The Charnwood BRAS (Breastfeeding Reassurance And Support) group is run by peer supporter volunteers who are fully trained in all aspects of breastfeeding. The new members have joined existing volunteers to provide information, reassurance and support to parents and parents-to-be at every stage from pregnancy to weaning. They offer one-to-one support, a telephone helpline, breastfeeding cafes, antenatal workshops and returning to work sessions.

Lucy Rossa lives in Anstey and has a one year old son. She is one of the new members and explains why she did the training “I wanted to help others to overcome breastfeeding issues as I know how hard it can be without support.”

Charlotte Stanton lives in Woodhouse Eaves and has a four year old daughter and one year old son.

She is one of the new members and explains why she enjoys being part of the team, “Being a BRAS volunteer has not only taught me how I can help other mothers throughout their journey, but has also provided me with more knowledge & preparation for my own future breastfeeding journeys.”

Joanne Talbot of the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust is one of the trainers on the course. She says “We have a fantastic team of ladies across Charnwood now, who have diverse backgrounds and huge amounts of expertise. With the support out there like never before hopefully every family who wants to breastfeed will feel supported even through any difficult situations.”

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Anstey and Glenfield Cricket Club August 2015 Report By Phil Vose, Chairman It’s been an excellent summer to date for Anstey and Glenfield Cricket Club. The club have just clinched the 20/20 County Shield, hosted a fabulous Presidents Day and the first and second teams are having good seasons in their respective divisions.

The victory in the 20/20 County Shield was a brilliant achievement for the club.

The competition is open to all clubs in Division 4 and below. The team had to win 4 matches in total to clinch the trophy. They started with victories against Twycross and Hathern Old which meant Finals Day qualification. The 4 teams who won through to Finals Day, which took place at Leicester Ivanhoe, were Anstey and Glenfield, City Cricketers, Huncote and Great Glen. Anstey and Glenfield, captained

by Joe Harris were drawn to face City Cricketers and they beat them relatively quite comfortably. Anstey and Glenfield scored 140 from their 20 overs, with them bowling the opposition out for 94. Ravi Maharajan was the star performer scoring 32 with the bat and then posting figures of 5 for 12 with the ball.

The Final was a lot closer affair with Anstey and Glenfield being joined by Huncote. A & G batted first with fantastic contributions from Anoop Jayaraj (36) and Taylor McMillan (33) to score 144 for 8 in 20 overs. Huncote started well but Anstey and Glenfield’s bowling attack kept Huncote’s batsmen in check with Anil Revu in particular bowling an excellent spell of 2 for 19 from 4 overs. He was ably assisted by the other bowlers to restrict Huncote to 135 for 7 and so Anstey and Glenfield completed a stunning victory by 9 runs. This was a superb

achievement for the club and the side will hope to build on this success in the coming years.

The club hosted its Annual Presidents Open Day on Sunday 19th July. The day comprised a 4 team limited overs competition with Anstey and Glenfield being joined by Appleby Magna, Asian Sports and Gracedieu Park.

There were numerous off field activities taking place too with a couple of bouncy castles, a bowling competition, a raffle, face painting and food and drink. The club would like to thank the sponsors of the day, including Talent Cricket, Scott Langton Butchers and Sole Fitness and for all the donations and volunteers which made it a tremendous day.

On the field there was some great competitive action with Asian Sports beating Appleby Magna in the first semi final and then the hosts prevailing against Gracedieu Park.

Appleby Magna then won against Gracedieu Park to finish in 3rd place. The final was a contest between the home team, Anstey and Glenfield and Asian Sports. A & G batted first and made a reasonable 109 for 9, however, Asian Sports scored 113 for 4 and so won by 6

wickets with over 3 overs to spare. The winners were presented with the Wolfdale Trophy by local umpire and league representative, Robin Waite.

In the league, both the first and second teams are having decent seasons. The first team at the time of writing are sitting in 6th place in Division 6 West. There have been some fine victories but also the odd poor result. The top batting performances have come from Anoop Jayaraj, who scored a fantastic 112 not out at Charnwood Old Boys and Ravi Maharajan, scoring a mighty fine 102 against Appleby Magna. They have been assisted by Joe Harris and Taylor Mcmillan making useful contributions. The bowlers have had to overcome numerous injury problems, however, they have been superbly led by Chemika Mewan in most matches. Chemika has notched up 2 magnificent 5 wicket hauls against Hathern Old and Walton-Le-Wolds.

The 1st XI will be hoping to finish in fine form to finish towards the top of the table.

The second team have enjoyed a much improved season from last year playing in Division 8 West. At the time of writing, they are occupying 4th position in the table. They have been some fine victories including against Aryans, Huncote and Leicester Ivanhoe, however, some poor performances when playing against Market Bosworth, Loughborough University Staff and Fatana.

Captain Charlie Wilkes has led the batting line up in excellent style with the highlight being a superb 115 during the victory at Broughton Astley. Jim Pike has been the leading wicket taker, which included a great 4 for 35 against Aryans. The 2nd team are likely to finish in mid table at the end of the season.

If you are interested in joining the club, please email our secretary Amanda Wilkes.

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Tel: 0116 246 0686 to find out more today

At Do My Hair we offer exceptional service, and believe the best hair styling and hair colouring does not need to cost the earth. Our philosophy is “Beauty First” meaning whatever ideas (or ego!) we might have, we’ll put these aside if they won’t make you look and feel beautiful.

Come and visit our New Salon in Birstall where not only will you receive the best haircut or top colour but you’ll be guaranteed impeccable service and a touch of the DMH salon experience. From aromatherapy hot towels for gents, to hand scrubs and massages for the ladies. With complimentary beverages, alcoholic drinks and Wi-Fi we’re sure you’ll have a wonderful experience from the moment you walk through the door.

To arrange an appointment or chat with one of our stylists about your requirements, please give us a call on 0116 2672030 1A Wanlip Avenue, Birstall, Leicester, LE4 4JQ

t: 0800 6446 150 • e: yourlocal@openboxpromotions.co.uk • w: www.openboxpromotions.co.uk

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