Outwoods View Directory Issue 96 Aug 25

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Issue 96 Aug/Sept 2025

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Unlock your childs confidence with our expertly-led singing, dancing and acting classes for ages 4 -18 at Woodbrook Vale School.

Contact Maisie or visit our website using the QR code to find out more today: Stagecoach.co.uk/loughborough 07513 629 637 loughborough@stagecoach.co.uk

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A Lasting Image to Remember ‘Blooming Maturity’ Photography If you or your loved one are in your latter years, don't you want to leave a picture of yourself that is really you, that captures the way you want to be remembered. A picture that your loved ones will cherish for generations?

I can provide a photo portrait service that does this in your own home. I saw the need for this after visiting a bereaved friend. She told me how their local photographer, in his studio, had struggled to get a picture of her husband that captured his character and personality without showing signs of his Parkinson’s disease. He succeeded and my friend could not stop looking at the picture.

I have been a serious amateur photographer since the age of 13. When my first daughter was born prematurely and placed out of sight in a incubator for days, I put a photograph of her by my wife’s bedside within hours to help strengthen the bonding process. It was easy for me because I was a doctor in the same hospital. Doing that was completely new in 1969 but is normal today.

I am now a retired family doctor using my skills as a doctor and photographer to satisfy this occasional need. If this resonates with you, e-mail me or phone me (Doug) and we can perhaps start a conversation.

The cost is modest. privategp@btinternet.com 07584 036 300 Full information on website https://dougjenkinson.myportfolio.com

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CEJ Plastering & Rendering 16 years experience covering all aspects of plastering and rendering Friendly, clean and reliable

Call for a free quotation 07894 732 060 craigruddy@rocketmail.com 53 Tiverton Rd, L.boro LE11 2RU

e to Ken’s Garden Plants Welcom Where you will find we have a colourful choice of seasonal bedding plants, filled hanging baskets and planters.

Available now are our quality plants including nonstop and trailing begonias, annual dahlias, fuchsias, marigolds, million bells, surfinias, herbaceous perennials, alpines for rockeries, pots and lots more.

Please contact Ken on 07778 482 608 or text/WhatApp for further details and to arrange to view our plants at 62 Knightthorpe Rd, Loughborough LE11 4JT For inspiration and planting ideas you are cordially invited to visit us on the Loughborough Gardener’s Fair on 1st Sunday of each month inclusive of August 3rd and September 7th

Emma’s Pilates Course - All Levels Welcome At 11.30am at Hoton Village Hall Also at 1.15pm at the Bush Bowls Club, off Nanpantan Rd The course will run in a 10 week block as it takes at least six weeks to start to see any benefits at all. If for any reason you are unable to attend a session, there are catch up options at other classes or failing that we will send a video for you to do in your own time, so it’s a win-win!

Why not come and try a Free, no obligation class and see how you get on?

Places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!

To secure your place or if you have any questions please contact me via Mobile 07798 704 167 or Website: http://www.annetteholliday.co.uk 4

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Outwoods View Directory Price List 2025 £50 Sixth £66.50 Quarter £84 Third £122 Half £165 Two-thirds Full £189 Front/Back £295 Centre Pages £315 NEW CUSTOMERS GET 20% OFF IF PAYING FOR 3 INSERTIONS NO VAT TO PAY! Discount reverts to standard 10% off for 3 insertions

For more information or if you would like us to prepare an advert, for free, without obligation, please call Rachel on 07922 610 336

Outwoods Property Services Regular Grass Cutting We are now taking bookings for the new season!

Gardening Fencing - repair and replacement Gates Paving & Patios Gravel work Turfing Local Family run business with over 20 years experience Contact James on: 07767 154 989 01509 219 502 www.outwoodspropertyservices.co.uk 6

www.pavemaster.co.uk 10 YEAR GUARANTEE - NO DEPOSIT FREE ESTIMATES & ADVICE FULLY INSURED

BLOCK PAVING - TARMACADAM RESIN DRIVEWAYS - NATURAL STONE GRAVELLING - PATIOS - FENCING STEPS - GRASS - LANDSCAPING

Freephone: 0800 303 2227 Office: 0116 298 7936 Email: office@pavemaster.co.uk Gateway House, 4 Penman Way, Grove Business Park, Leicester LE19 1SY Company Reg: 12929687

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Contact Us

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Next Next Delivery: Deadline: rachel@outwoodsviewdirectory.co.uk from noon www.outwoodsviewdirectory.co.uk 20th to on Friday 28th Sept 25 12th Sept 25 OutwoodsViewDirectory

Dear Readers The Hope Bell was unveiled in Queens Park on 4th July.

A fitting tribute to the NHS, keyworkers and as a reminder of how local communities rallied round one another during the Covid 19 pandemic. A place of reflection to remember those we lost and a beacon of hope for the future. It is well worth a visit and to hear it chime.

The recipe this issue is for my lemon shortbread. I can remember making this as a child and it is still as delicious today and so easy to make. Why not get the children to have a go at making it?

Don’t forget to let us have your entries to the crossword with your name and address attached. We have had a few lately without.

If ever your magazine does not get delivered as it should, please let me know so I can investigate. Our contact details are always in the magazine.

Take care til next time, Rachel 8

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s John’ MAN & VAN

Tel: 07 77 33 55 88 2

Removals . Deliveries . Collections Local or National Est 2005 Loughborough based - for hire by the hour/mile No extra charge for evenings/weekends 4 metre extra LWB clean van . Sorry - No tip runs

Cooker or Oven Not Working?

Tel: 01509 434019 8am - 9pm, 7 days

I shave every day but have no beard, what am I? Answer inside the magazine!

Most Makes of Cookers and Ovens Repaired

OVENCARE

Family Run Business Since 1981

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SPJ

PROFESSIONAL CARPENTRY & JOINERY General Improvements & Custom Projects Including:

Doors . Fitted Wardrobes Cupboards . Stairs & Balustrades Drive Gates . Side Gates Garage Doors Workshops . Summer Houses All hand-made to your individual requirements Call Simon on 0759 788 2578 or email highplainsdrifter59@me.com 10

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Woodbrook Décor High Class Painting & Decorating Domestic & Commercial All Decorating Work Carried Out Over 30 Years Experience Fully Insured Free & Competitive Quotes For A Professional Service Contact Paul Jarram 07771 740122 paul.jarram@btconnect.com Woodbrook Décor

Adys Windows Ltd Make your dream a reality

UPVC DOUBLE GLAZING BI FOLD DOORS BAYS & PORCHES CONSERVATORIES UPVC REPAIRS FOGGY UNITS REPLACED

FREE, NO OBLIGATION QUOTATIONS Tel: 01509 231641 Fax: 01509 210209 Mob: 07714 589142 Email: enquiries@adyswindowsltd.co.uk Web: www.adyswindowsltd.co.uk

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Luke’s Plastering

• Re-skimming • Plaster Boarding • Rendering • Ceilings • Wall Removal • Repair Work • All walls to be taken out & replaced with stud work 10 years experience Clean service with a quality finish 01509 844065 • 07786 393608 thorleyandson@icloud.com

LUXURY BATHROOMS & KITCHENS

Designed & installed at affordable prices Bath to Walk-in Shower Conversions - Ceramic Wall & Floor Tiling Electrical & Plumbing Installations - A Local Family Business

For a professional approach and free fixed price quotation call 01509 215352 or 07917 786 930 or visit www.solechome.com

SOLEC Home Improvements

Checking our references is actively encouraged

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Based in Loughborough

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For all your building and joinery work, including:

Extensions and full renovations Loft Conversions Garage Conversions Kitchens supplied and fitted

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Contact David Perry on: 07940 296 020 www.charnwoodbuilders.co.uk 69 Newstead Way Loughborough LE11 2UA

PLUMBING & HEATING Servicing, Installation & Repairs Boiler Installation and Repairs No Job Too Small All Domestic Plumbing Work Undertaken Power Flushing Landlord Safety Checks

Tel Home 01509 560253 Tel Mob 07762 476985 Free Quotes 227704

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At Abbeyfield, Loughborough, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional, person-centred Dementia Care in a warm and supportive environment.

Westfield House is more than just a residential home - it's a vibrant and welcoming place where life is celebrated, every day. Our dedicated team is committed to making every moment meaningful for our residents, with engaging activities, special outings and a true sense of community.

We believe our residents really feel like part of a family here. We organise activities that suit a wide range of backgrounds and our Face-book page shows the results. Seeing and hearing the participation is key to our success and as the pictures show, everyone joins in making memories.

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At Abbeyfield, Loughborough every day offers something new. Whether it’s Fish and Chips in the park, having a sing along, a wedding anniversary or birthday celebration with friends and family or a slow trip on the Soar, we endeavour to make each day count.

In recent weeks our residents have joined together with Hazel on the accordion, enjoyed our annual beach party, played bingo, made cakes, visited East Midlands Aeropark where much discussion was had and memories shared.

We are proud to be part of such a caring and connected community.

For more information visit abbeyfieldloughborough.co.uk or contact us directly. We would love to hear from you.

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Private studio gym located in Loughborough.

1 hour training sessions.

Fully insured.

Level 3 Personal Trainer Training clients from age 30+ Massage Therapy Transform your body and relieve pain Sports Massage, Rehab, Tightness & Back Pain TEL: 07553 785 499 EMAIL: iwptstudio@hotmail.com

TRAINING FOR STAGE & SCREEN AGES 4-18 Step through the doors of our academy and discover the wonderful world of performing arts. Our projectbased learning in musical theatre, film and drama nurtures skills for stage, screen, and every day.

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Steven Cooper Plumbing

MAIN ACADEMY | 7-18 YEARS SUNDAY 9.45am to 1.00pm

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Kitchen & Bathroom Installations Repairs & Maintenance

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Plumbing & Heating Services No Job Too Small Call Steven for a free quote on: 07858 441 013 or e-mail:

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D. Shanks & Son

Plumbing and Heating Ltd All aspects of plumbing, heating & gas work undertaken including: Boiler installations, servicing & repairs Radiators & valve changes Bathroom installations, taps & showers Gas hobs, cookers & fires Landlord gas safety certificates Natural gas & LPG Central heating power flushing Unvented cylinder installations 546645 & repairs

For a friendly and reliable service please contact us on:

M: 07950 164323

E: dshanksplumheat@talktalk.net

We accept payments by all major credit cards, bank transfer, cheques & cash

Aerial & Satellite Installations Digital TV Aerials Supplied & Fitted Reception Problems Solved Digital Aerial Specialists Freesat Installations Satellite Systems Fitted Extension Points Signal Meter Tested TV & FM Aerials 3 Year Guarantee Communal Systems Storm Damage & Insurance Work Family Run Business Covering Leicestershire Since 1963

Hassall Aerials

01509 412 446 0780 313 5382 8 Fewkes Close, Quorn, LE12 8ZJ

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T: 07918 910128 01509 434084 info@rjhhomeservices.co.uk www.rjhhomeservices.co.uk

Call me now on 01509 839447

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L J Electrical of Loughborough Ltd INSTALL SOLAR PANEL & BATTERIES REDUCE YOUR BILLS SAVE EVEN MORE & FIT BATTERIES CAN SAVE UP TO £1000 A YEAR

Solar Panels-Summer Special Free Battery (worth £1200) with every installation

01509 266383 or 07770 788469 lee@lj-electrical.co.uk

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PROFESSIONAL DECORATOR Quality workmanship Interior & Exterior Experienced & Reliable service Fully Insured

For a Free Estimate Please Call Mark on

OUTWOODS 07760 112500 PAINTING 01509 218568 SERVICES

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Tile & Slate Replacement Firestone Rubber Roofs Bitumes Flat Roofs Felted & Reboarded Dry Verge & Dry Ridge Systems Leadwork & Chimney Work

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NS Handyman Services For all your home and garden needs!

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01509 240 215 360 471 Monday-Friday 8am-7pm Saturday 8am - 5pm Sunday 9am-5pm jillswashndryltd@gmail.com

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Experienced, friendly plumbing and heating engineer based on the forest side of Loughborough. Over 30 years of experience.

FREE quotations - NO callout charge - All work guaranteed Fully insured - Fully quali ied - Gas Safe registered ALL work undertaken, from small jobs to boiler repairs and full heating systems

BOILER SERVICE OFFER

Boiler replacements Combination boiler installations £75 Full heating systems with this advert Installations of additional radiators Central heating power lushing Landlord gas safety certi icates Replacement of pumps, motorized valves etc Installation of gas hobs and gas cookers Fault inding on ALL MAKES of boilers

CALL: 07970046471 or 01530588435 EMAIL: plumbwise2000@yahoo.co.uk 194623 25

Pest blems Pro Solved

For all of your pest control needs Domestic & commercial Local & professional Experienced Contact Bruce 0116 4422579 help@pestproblemssolved.co.uk www.pestproblemssolved.co.uk

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LJOf Loughborough Electrical Ltd For All Of Your Domestic & Commercial Electrical Requirements Full or Part Rewires Fuse Board Changes Electrical Heating Systems Smart Thermostats Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors Electric Vehicle Charging Sockets CCTV Installation Repairs & Fault Finding

24 Hr Emergency Callout Friendly & Professional Fully Qualified & Experienced Public Liability Insurance For a FREE quotation please contact Lee 07770 788 469 or 01509 266 383 Edelin Road, Loughborough LE11 2HP

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ODD JOBS Fence Repairs / Replace Gutter Cleaning & Repairs / Minor Roof Repairs Painting & Decorating Laminate Flooring / Tiling / Slabbing

Call Kevin on 07862 258 175 or 01509 731 833 oddjobskevin@outlook.com

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THE MAGAZINE COMES OUT BI-MONTHLY & THERE IS A 7 DAY DELIVERY WINDOW

WE KEEP A WAITING LIST OF THOSE INTERESTED IN DELIVERING THE OUTWOODS VIEW DIRECTORY BUT CURRENTLY HAVE ROUNDS AVAILABLE IN

DISHLEY/THORPE ACRE & ON THE GRANGE ESTATE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED OR WISH TO.GO ON OUR WAITING LIST & YOU ARE AGED BETWEEN 13 - 130 PLEASE GIVE US A CALL OR SEND US AN EMAIL .

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M. Thorley & Son Building & Housing Improvements

For a free no obligation quote contact Michael Thorley T: 01509 844065 M: 07847 483851 E: m.thorleyandson@gmail.com 27

Dates for your diary!

Mountsorrel Memorial Centre have several events on: 29th August The Dandy Rooms 7th Sept Elvis from Memphis to Vegas 10th Sept Tiny Tims Biggest Adventure

Answer: A barber.

Wordsearch Greek & Roman Gods

12th Sept Motown, Soul, Northern Soul Night 16th to 20th Sept BATS present Shrek, the Musical 26th Sept Good Times - A tribute to Nile Rodgers and Chic

For more info please ring 0116 230 4877 or go to the website www.mmcvenue.co.uk

Leics & Rutland Wildife Trust 10th Sept The Making of Springwatch with Jack Baddams, Springwatch cameraman & naturalist

- for more info 01162 629 968 www.lrwt.org.uk 28

VESTA DIONYSUS HESTIA CERES DIANA APHRODITE HYPNOS JUPITER DEMETER HEPHASESTUS

MERCURY ATHENA VENUS POSEIDON HADES HERMES EROS NEPTUNE ARTEMIS HERA

Remember it’s just for fun!

HUNTS PROPERTY MAINTENANCE ROOFING & BUILDING New Roofs & Roof Repairs, Big or Small Crack Stitching to Brickwork Brickwork Re-pointed Chimneys Rebuilt, Repaired & Renewed Guttering, Fascias & Soffits Repaired & Renewed We cover all of Loughborough and the surrounding area. Free Advice & No Obligation Quotations

07946 044 362 or 07845 207627 ISSUE 95'S WINNER IS....

D. PAINTER

LAST ISSUE’S SOLUTION

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Central Meditation Group On 29th June Central Meditation Group is holding a “Super Sunday Meditational Expressing our Humanity” event, 2pm to 6pm at Charnwood Rd Community Centre in Shepshed, LE12 9QE. During the afternoon there will be two periods of meditation guided by an expert teacher, some teaching, plenty of discussion and free tea/coffee during a break.

The event is suitable for beginners and those experienced in meditation.

Everyone is welcome and there is no need for advance booking. Nothing unusual is involved (no chanting and we sit on normal chairs) Cost is £5 - Free private car Park and is next to bus stop For further info, text Chris on 07484 663 241.

Rachel’s Easy Lemon Shortbread 100g soft salted butter 175g plain flour 50g golden caster sugar zest of a large unwaxed lemon Heat oven to 150C/130C fan/gas 2 and grease a 22cm loosebottomed tart tin.

Put the butter in a bowl and beat until soft. Beat in the sugar, then stir in the lemon zest.

Stir n the flour and work with your hands to form a soft dough.

Tip into the tin and press into an even, flat layer. Prick all over with a fork and bake in the oven for 40 mins until a pale golden colour. Cut into wedges then leave to cool completely in the tin.

Remove from the tin and sprinkle with caster sugar to serve. Enjoy

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Across 1 Nightclub entertainment (7) 5 Uniform jacket (5) 8 Magnate (5) 9 Opposer of new technology (7) 10 Water tank (7) 11 Torso (anag) (5) 12 Girls (6) 14 Bold (6) 18 Arms and legs (5) 20 Small state between France and Spain (7) 22 The Four Seasons composer (7) 23 Heavenly body with a tail (5) 24 Immature form of insect (5) 25 Study of the past (7) Down WIN 1 Funny (7) 2 Sham (5) £25 3 Alleviate (7) 4 Special aptitude (6) 5 Dating from the period 1485-1603 6 Capital of Kenya (7) Email to: 7 Traditional board game (5) rachel@outwoodsviewdirectory.co.uk or post to PO Box 11189, L.boro LE11 9PP 13 Russian tea-urn (7) Please tell us your name and address!

15 Junkies (7) Please note we cannot acknowledge receipt 16 Dreadful (7) 17 Send into exile (6) S o l u t i o n i n n e x t i s s u e 18 Even (5) W i n n e r w i l l b e d r a w n f r o m 19 Spicy sauce (5) all correct entries received by Fri 12th Sept 25 21 Shakespearean lover (5)

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Give us a ring with the details on 07922 610 336 or Complete the online ad request form at www.outwoodsviewdirectory.co.uk or Email us the details, anything from the very basics to your completed ad, to sales@outwoodsviewdirectory.co.uk

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