S40 Local - 145 March 2024

ISSUE 145 MARCH 2024 The community magazine for Acorn Ridge, Ashgate, Brampton, Brookside, Holymoorside, Somersall & Walton

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Intro Hi everyone and welcome to our March edition, yes March, I know! Tempus Fugit and all that.

Between each edition I send out an email to all my past advertisers, just to remind folk that I'm still here and see if people want an advert. Last time I wrote it I couldn't think of a word to say, I was lost for words!

So I come to write the March intro and there is so much to share!

Firstly I've called in and spoken to a few of our fabulous local businesses and you know what... I feel inspired.

The Cheese Factor, Simon gives us his thoughts on running a much loved business, Brampton Laundry & Cleaning Services celebrates a two year anniversary on Chatsworth Road, Matt Cockayne Illustrator & Artist opens his new shop and studio in Hasland, and BRM rebrand after a period of growth.

Then we have news of people coming together, Eat Out & Save sees a number of food establishments putting on money saving offers that we can all benefit from. The Loop Collective are a group of local female business owners, running their first Networking retreat - Rise & Recharge, helping businesses move forward and grow.

Then we talk things to do; the 1940s Market, new films with local connections, a choice of choirs to go see and enjoy.

We also catch up with the team working to restore Cannon Mill and create a new centre for our youth to learn and grow.

Plus, we have all the usual stuff, including an uplifting Chesterfield Football Club update.

Wow, so much positivity and change happening in the area.

Go out and be part of the change.

Paul.

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Matt Cockayne Artist : Illustrator & Genuinely Decent Bloke

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“I’ve always been a Chesterfield lad,” says Matt.

“I’m originally from Sheffield but I’ve been in Chesterfield for the last 13 years, we moved to Hasland in 2020, during Covid.

"I love the sense of community around here. We’ve been welcomed by the businesses around us with open arms. We’ve been thinking about finding a base for a while now and when we spotted this it was a great opportunity, plus it’s just a two-minute walk to work!"

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door, a high street location and somewhere that’s highly visible on the school run!

"I’ve started networking, mainly in the pub, and made some contacts already," laughs Matt.

The new shop opened on Valentine’s Day and as well as selling his art, Matt wants to encourage those around him to get creative and take up art.

He’ll be selling art supplies, pens, pencils, papers etc for people of all ages. “When I was younger, I was always seeking out new pencils and pens, so as well as the artwork it makes sense to have a small stock of art essentials,” says Matt.

Matt is influenced by Banksy and Van Gogh, ‘Starry Night’ being one of his favourite pieces of art. We chatted about the immersive experience and he’s making plans to see the Van Gogh installation which is presently in Leicester.

At this point, conversation took a bit of a turn, away from art, we discussed Chesterfield. Like me, Matt longs for experiences and places to visit in town, to not have to travel to Sheffield and the surrounding cities all the time. It’s clear Matt has a real passion for town and wants to see it as a destination, a place to visit, stay and linger, I added that having two teenagers I always feel like Chesterfield has

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Cover Artist forgotten it has any young people! We desperately need places with interesting activities to keep them entertained and allow them to grow.

Matt’s artwork is heavy on architecture, "I don’t do people or animals," he laughs. "I’m inspired by the older Victorian buildings, I think that’s why I love the shop and studio, an interesting space, not all straight lines and boxy design."

Influenced by Looney Tunes cartoons I can clearly see that in Matt’s work, bright colours, bold lines.

On a recent trip to Amsterdam, one of Matt’s highlights was a Roy Lichtenstein exhibition, plus the chance to see work by Andy Warhol, again clearly people who are the inspiration for Matt’s style.

The subjects of Matt’s work are mostly very local, key places in the Peak District, Curbar Edge, Surprise View, Stanedge, plus Chesterfield spots, the Spire, the marketplace and many images of Sheffield, clubs Matt remembers affectionately and land marks across the city… look out for the Chesterfield nightclubs! “I love to draw places I have a connection with, places that featured in my teenage years, places I grew up with,” explains Matt.

"Ten years ago, I was still finding my style. I wouldn’t have been able to open the shop as you see it, I’m more comfortable with what I do now, I’ve found my place, established a loyal following and built a portfolio of work."

France, Lichtenstein, Austria and Switzerland… only to drive back in a day! Taking refuge in a hotel near Brands Hatch, being put up in a full hotel after the night manager heard them mentioning that they’d just driven back from Munich in a day. This event helped raise £250k for Roundabout.

In April, Matt’s wife Lynsey, runs the London Marathon. Lynsey suffers from muscular dystrophy and will be raising funds for related charities. "I’d just like to mention that I’ve been blown away by the support I’ve had in training from our new neighbours LPH fitness, they have been so supportive and really inspired me to train," adds Lynsey.

There’s a lot going on down at Matt Cockayne Illustration, if you fancy a commission of your house or business give him a call and be sure to make tracks to Hasland to check out the new shop.

And as always, tell him where you saw him, S40 Local!

Matt Cockayne 2 The Green, Hasland, S41 0LJ www.matt-cockayne.co.uk @mattcockayneart

The studio and shop seem to be the perfect place for this creative couple, Lynsey works in design too, they can sit working in the studio and be around to meet and greet customers in the shop.

As well as running the business Matt likes to get involved in events, he’s supported the Roundabout charity, a charity working with homeless young people in South Yorkshire, by taking part in ‘Bangers & Cash’. This saw them drive to Munich starting in Hull to, Holland, Belgium, Germany,

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Networking

A Quiet Rebellion

Words: Molly Scott Images: Helen Rowan Photography Over the last year, two S40-based female founders have quietly set about revolutionising what business networking looks like here in Chesterfield.

Award-winning photographer, Helen Rowan and therapist and wellbeing practitioner, Michelle Leeder’s ‘The Loop Collective’ is probably the fastest growing networking group for Derbyshire women.

The group is specifically aimed at women running their own businesses and creative projects.

Each of the women have found success in business through empowering women and supporting them in developing greater confidence in themselves.

Helen has run a successful family portraiture photography business for seven years, but in the last couple of years has been astonished with how quickly the branding side of her business has taken off. It was this subtle shift in her business that solidified her friendship with co-founder, Michelle.

Originally from London, Michelle moved from Essex to Derbyshire to be nearer to family and retrained as a counsellor having worked extensively in the charity and non-profit sector.

A NCPS accredited psychotherapist, Michelle’s female-centred practice works face-to-face with clients in Chesterfield and online across the UK, offering a range of sessions from one-to-one and group courses.

In 2023, Michelle joined forces with podcaster and coach, Mel Wiggins to launch an ‘Embodied Leadership’ course for women. This revolutionary new model seeks to empower female leaders to tap into their intuition, embrace emotions and foster a sense of trust and resilience within themselves and their teams to lead with power, grace and compassion.

Alongside her work with women, one of Michelle’s interests within her therapy practice is Ecotherapy which is based on the belief that there's much that can be learned from tuning into nature which has led to her becoming involved in an exciting rewilding project in Cutthorpe.

At its first location, Cow Close Farm, Wild & Other is creating three beautiful, sustainable holiday lets set in 20-acres of land. On that land areas are being managed to encourage certain species of rare birds, small mammals, insects, amphibians, trees and flowers.

Already returning are barn owls and sparrowhawks, and the expansion of ancient woodland and species-rich hedgerows will provide vital habitat for lots of creatures vulnerable to our changing climate.

Together, the pair have a huge amount of experience and wisdom to share – but have also been keen to create a space that is ultimately about mutual support.

Loop Collective offers space and time for busy business-women to come together for the purpose of networking, but also to create a genuine support system – with a big emphasis on wellness.

The group was initially formed in February 2023, meeting at the Peak Edge Hotel before finding a home in the private dining space at renowned gastro pub, the Tickled Trout in Barlow where they currently meet monthly.

Following the successful growth of the group, Helen and Michelle are now immersed in the planning of their first full day retreat on 15 March.

Michelle says "When we started our search for a venue for the retreat, we knew we wanted somewhere with some seriously good vibes. We’ve been delighted that some of our favourite places in the Chesterfield area have wanted to host us, but we also wanted this day to feel really special, a genuine retreat from the hustle and bustle of running a business and juggling that alongside family commitments and everything else life throws at us."

Rise and Recharge will be held at Lorentes, an award-winning tapas restaurant situated on the banks of the River Derwent in the historic Darley Abbey Mills (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).

The Loop Collective founders Helen Rowan & Michelle Leeder

Meetings often have a guest speaker (always another local female founder or entrepreneur) with previous topics including creating engaging social media posts from Sarah Brammer at Brammer Social Marketing, a discussion around work / life balance with Lisa Hutchinson, founder of Elsie Moss Botanicals; business coach, podcaster and author, Libby Langley and Kelly Edwards, a mindset and wellbeing coach, cultivating your ideal lifestyle business by Melanie Archbould from Cloud-Busting and a session on Menopause and Fatigue jointly led by Diane Evans and Suzanne Smith.

Occasional informal catch ups have been held at the Batch House in Chesterfield or on ‘netwalking’ meet ups. It’s these netwalks, and a similarly calming outdoor painting workshop in Linacre woods with celebrated artist, Georgia Peskett, that differentiate Loop from other local networking groups.

"We just wanted to offer something different. It’s essentially what we were each searching for… we couldn’t find exactly what we wanted, so we created it ourselves," says Michelle.

"It’s all set to be a very special day and we’re delighted with ticket sales so far – over twenty, talented local business-women have signed up for the day and we’re really excited to bring everyone together," explains Helen.

"We’re thrilled to be curating an inspiring day of personal and professional development. Whatever stage you’re at with your business, or career, we welcome you to join us for a day just for you, where you can put aside external pressures and concentrate on your professional development."

Speakers include Sound Healer, Becky Lovatt of Align with Becky and Jen Lowthrop, Founder and Director of Feel Good Do Good and Coworking Corner in Matlock who will be running an interactive workshop on building a happy, resilient business.

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"There’s also regular communication between members of the group who keep in touch via Instagram and WhatsApp. "As a newcomer to the Loop network and never having been to a networking group before I can honestly say that the group has been so friendly and welcoming and I immediately feel part of a wonderful supportive group of ladies. It’s exactly what I need as a small business owner, which can often be lonely and overwhelming. I’m so happy to have found out about Loop," says Sally Bawden, Dog Trainer at Feel Good Dog Training.

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Cheese.

The stuff of dreams... not nightmares!

Words: Paul Chapman

I think there are quite a few of us who have a ‘romantic vision’ of running our own little business.

I used to think it would be great to run a bike shop at one point, open the doors at 9am, meeting and greeting lovely, friendly customers, leave the shop in hands of my staff all day, till ringing. Then off home after lunch to enjoy the evening with my feet up with the family… and repeat the next day.

"It’s a 24/7 job. You must take the helm and care about what you do, I have some wonderful staff, but you can’t simply open a small shop and employ someone to stand behind the counter, you need to be involved. This is the only way to make it work, as success comes you can step away slightly, with the right people in place who care like you do, it can work, but this takes time," says Simon.

So, is this view correct? I caught up with Simon Davidson from R P Davidson, The Cheese Factor, situated on the outside of the Market Hall in town.

"It really is so important to be actively involved, I must repeat that you can’t just turn up! It is long hours, you need to be there for customers, typically I’m there at 6am every morning setting up before customers arrive, taking deliveries of cheese, and fresh bread from Jacksons for instance, this early time is great, it’s like I’m warming the business up for the day," explains Simon.

So, what’s it really like to run a small business?

"I’ve been involved in the family business all my life,” says Simon. “I started working in the shop when I was at school, I spent a while in the army, leaving at 24 and then came to the family business.

"I’ve always helped in the shop and now I run it.

When I was younger, I simply didn’t appreciate the time and effort that my father and the family put into it; the work involved, the huge pressures, being pushed and pulled from all angles, most recently the amount of legislation and paperwork, the impact changes have on overheads, staff wages, rising minimum wages etc etc. All this needs time and effort to achieve and the income to pay for this time must come through our sales and ultimately our tills.

"10 to 15 years ago the government had a target of £10 an hour, as anyone, I can see why and fully support a fair wage but at that time it seemed like a huge hill to climb. At the end of the day, I sell cheese and food, I need my prices to be sensible so people can afford to call in and I need to pay my staff and cover all my overheads, it’s a tricky task keeping everything in balance."

Simon has seen people start businesses with the ‘romantic vision’ mentioned but is keen to point out that no business runs itself, they all need time, effort, and love from those that start them up.

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As well as keeping the shop stocked at the right levels, "never an easy task," adds Simon, "recalling how his father used to say ‘Pile ‘em high, see ‘em fly, keep them low, they’ll never go!’" The Cheese Factor supply approximately 40 local independent businesses with their products.

Many of these businesses we all know and love, including No. 10 Tea Rooms, Highfield House Farm Shop, Society Coffee Shop, Dirty Habit bar and Adam’s Happy Hens to name a few.

As I listen, I’m reminded again of ‘The Tale of a Tenner’ video, a two and half minute film showing the whole principle of spending locally and how the money goes around and around in the local economy.

Simon comments that supporting the local independent businesses is so important, it’s all too easy to visit or order from the supermarket, he appreciates that time is precious, but people need to understand the impact of their shopping choices.

I asked what makes all the hardwork worthwhile?

"I enjoy it,” Simon says. “Like any business we've had our ups and downs but we’re still here after 64 years. Dad has handed the business down and entrusted it to me, we’ve always been in the town

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Business centre, firstly on Low Pavements, where Jacksons Bakers now trades, to the open air market stalls, then the market hall where Magnolia Barbers are, before moving to number 10 Market Hall in 2010. We’ve had testing times, Covid was difficult, we could have closed but decided not to and we kept things going.

"People changed habits and the independents became busy, then once things went back to normal many people dropped out, queues at the market stalls and independents were great to see, but we need to find new and innovating ways to maintain this interest and bring people back into town, that would be fabulous.

"The impact of the supermarkets has been massive; I know that in the past there were plans for a supermarket on the Perry's Ford site at Hornsbridge.

I saw businesses coming together to fight this, even then you could see the change coming, the move away from small businesses and corner shops.

"Today we have the cut price supermarkets fighting each other to deliver what they do cheaper than the next guy. It’s worrying but I’m over it now, I know what we do at The Cheese Factor and concentrate on this and the essentials that work for us.

"We’re constantly evolving, we realise we can’t stand still, but we’ve added to our core offering, things like our cheese and wine tasting nights are good fun, it brings new people into the store, and we get to know them.

"These people join our band of loyal customers, younger gen z’s, millennials, gen x, boomers and the silent generations all coming in to buy from us.

The younger generations are experimenting with cheese flavours and it’s great to see the smiles and enthusiasm they have; we can help with this through our advice and knowledge in the shop.

"Chesterfield is a great place in which to live and work, there are a number of great independent businesses in the town centre and I really do believe that we’ll move with the times to ensure there is an experience worth coming into the town centre for."

The Cheese Factor is open six days a week from 7am to 4pm, at 10 Market Hall, if you’ve never been then it’s time you called into one of Chesterfield’s best-known businesses for a bit of Smelly Munster, a fresh sandwich or a pack of bread cobs… ‘POUND A BAG!’... now £1.20!!!

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We pride ourselves in sourcing the best local, French & continental products.

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Eat Out

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Eat out, save money and help local businesses along the way!

Isobel Gibbions from Pizza Pi Mobile is the driving force behind a new local scheme, aimed at getting you through the doors of your local eatery during the quieter days of the week!

A number of Chesterfield's fabulous restaurants, pubs and cafes have come together to offer discounts and offers for four weeks from Tuesday 20 February to Wednesday 13 March.

Isobel explains, "during Covid the Government created the 'Eat Out To Help Out' scheme which enabled diners to eat for half price, they then covered the discount for the business owners.

"This is different.

This is your local independent businesses making genuine offers that they are covering, no help, no government support."

Think of Eat Out & Save it as 'Eat Out To Help Out - RETAKE'.

We are witnessing hospitality businesses closing daily, with no support or help, many are still picking up the pieces after Covid, and now we have to deal with the rising energy prices and cost of living increases.

Ricky Marples founder of PizzaPi and now Topcats Chesterfield loved the idea and approached other local businesses in the town centre and everyone involved agrees it’s time to help each other.

The offers will run for four weeks on a Tuesday & Wednesday, from Tuesday 20 February to Wednesday 13 March inclusive.

Each business has their own offer and menu changes showing what’s included, all to help people save money at this testing time.

To receive the discount simply quote 'Eat Out & Save' and scan the QR Code to find out more.

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Business

BRM

A new identify for the Chesterfield and Sheffield based legal team Words & Images: BRM Leading South Yorkshire and Derbyshire law firm BRM is delighted to announce its rebrand after a period of significant growth across the organisation.

“We’re embedded within both the corporate world and the community, so our brand is now strong enough on its own. We will now be known as simply, ‘BRM’.

BRM’s new brand follows office expansion, targeted growth and high-profile appointments across the firm.

“We’ve served the people and businesses of South Yorkshire and Derbyshire for many years, and we are proud to be a strong pillar within the community. We have several charity and sporting partnerships within the region, which we look forward to continuing under our new brand.

As well as a new logo, updated company values, and a new tagline, the rebrand sees the launch of the firm’s new website which better reflects the culture of BRM and the breadth of legal services it delivers nationally.

BRM recently expanded its Steel City House office in Sheffield by 3000 square feet, in tandem with a quarter of a million-pound refit of its Chesterfield office on Saltergate in Chesterfield.

Adrian Sheehan, Executive Director at BRM, said: “Our new brand marks a new era for BRM, and we’re delighted to share it with our clients, colleagues, and the community.

“We’re a strong believer in company culture, and creating a positive environment for our teams to thrive in. We’re delighted both our Sheffield and Chesterfield offices have been fully renovated to fall in line with the re-brand which will add that extra bit of excitement around our new look.”

Thanks to recent expansion, the firm has appointed more than 20 new starters to its teams over the last six months, increasing staff numbers by 70 per cent over the last four years.

Rob Woodhead, Executive Director at BRM, said: “BRM is a fantastic place for people to bolster their legal career. Our ability to provide jobs, recruit and retain employees from the local area is a source of great pride to us.”

Paul Berresford, Executive Director at BRM, added: “Our updated identity is simple and modern and better portrays our first-class service, our commitment to being a leading employer, and our delivery of industry-leading legal services.

“We’re very proud of our history, our people, and the services we offer, and we’re very excited that our new, modern brand represents the exciting future and new era for BRM.”

“Our updated brand better represents us as the firm we are in 2024. We’re a forward-thinking, innovative, and trusted organisation, and our new identity aligns with those values.

“Our new brand signifies the next step in our evolution and brings us up to date to reflect the quality of our services. One major step for us, is that we have dropped the word ‘solicitors’ in our name.

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BRM is a full-service law firm that provides legal services for both businesses and individuals.

Visit BRM’s website for more information about their legal services.

BRM Gray Court 99 Saltergate Chesterfield S40 1LD T: 01246 555111 • brmlaw.co.uk

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Realise The Opportunity Our new brand marks a new era for BRM. Our updated brand reflects us as we are in 2024.

BRM is a forward-thinking, innovative, and trusted organisation, and our new identity better aligns with those values.

BRM’s friendly teams are here to guide you through a range of personal law services. From making a Will to providing specialist legal advice around probate, lifetime estate planning, lasting powers of attorney, residential property conveyancing, and employment law for employees - we’re here for you.

Contact BRM today for tailored legal support and advice for both your business and personal matters.

Call our office on 01246 555 111

You can also visit BRM’s website www.brmlaw.co.uk or e-mail info@brmlaw.co.uk

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Business The pair of them laugh about how they were drying washing in the early days in their back gardens, and the neighbours and any family members garden who lived close by. “It’s a simple thing but people much prefer laundry to be air dried,” explains John, “it’s simply fresher. You’ll regularly see sheets and duvet covers flapping in the wind at the courtyard when the weather allows.”

Cleaning Up Locally We catch up with Brampton Laundry & Cleaning Services as they expand into larger premises.

Words & Images: Paul Chapman

Brampton Laundry and Cleaning Services (BL&CS) was established just two years ago in March 2022, they started small in a unit behind the Real Ale Corner. A cleaning business looking after holiday lets and doing laundry on a small scale.

Now exactly two years on they have expanded into the unit next door and when I visited were midway through a refit with new machines to further increase capacity.

John started the cleaning business during Covid after being made redundant, "primarily to give me something to do," he laughs. "I saw a gap in the market for a 5 star cleaning service and secured a contract with the Chesterfield Royal Hospital and then several large care facilities. This has helped us lead the way in commercial and domestic cleaning, we now have several large medical facilities on the books.

Today BL&CS is a team of seven staff running the laundry side of things 24/7 and if you include the cleaning staff, they are 26 strong. Not bad from two people just two years ago.

They provide services to several large hotels in the area and are picking up new clients almost daily now. “People buy from people,” says John.

“What we do is very personal, it’s important that we get it right, our team care and this leads to recommendations and then new clients can see first-hand how we manage that relationship.”

Being located on the west side of Chesterfield turned out to be a perfect location as well. One area of the business that is doing well is the cleaning, management, and turnaround of Peak District holiday lets. Also, with so many rental properties changing tenants they offer end of tenancy cleans to get your properties spick and span ready for new tenants. Again, feedback from rentals, holiday lets, and domestic work has been

"Cheryl (pictured) has been with me from the start, firstly helping on the mobile cleaning side of things and now she's the company Operations Director, what a difference a couple of years makes."

"In the early days we were running around like crazy, collecting washes, doing them in various locations and then delivering back,” says Cheryl.

“It’s great to have a central location where we can wash and dry.

“It’s great that our cleaning team now also have a base rather than doing everything out of John's garage.”

Cheryl has been part of the Brampton business community, running the Real Ale Corner and The Tap House to mention a couple so knows most of Brampton! Cheryl also has a background in laundry, she used to run a laundry in Portsmouth, so she hit the ground running when John suggested setting the business up.

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very positive, and this leads to recommendations and new business, if you have a rental property that needs end to end management give Cheryl a call, she’d love to hear from you.

BL&CS also launder towels and other items for many local hairdressers and beauticians, plus bars and food-based service businesses.

The refit work has increased capacity significantly and although we’ve talked about commercial work, the team offer domestic service washes, cleans and duvets etc. “Things are now so busy we’ve recently added a booking system adds Cheryl, it’s great to be able to see the entire workload and assess where new work can be allocated.”

John adds, “one thing that we’ve noticed is as the cost of washing and drying creeps up due to the rising energy prices, people are looking to domestic service washes which in the long run may be saving them money with of course energy being so high.”

It's great to see yet another local independent business growing so well, if you're in need of laundry and/or cleaning services either domestic or commercial, give them a call.

Brampton Laundry & Cleaning Services 413A Chastworth Road Chesterfield S40 3AD T: 01246 769192 E: info@bramptonlaundry.co.uk www.bramptonlaundryandcleaning.co.uk

Oh, and unlike Trevor & Simon’s ‘Dons Cleaners’… they do do duvets!

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History

A new future for our young people

Cannon Mill

Words: Cannon Mill Trust CIO Images: Cannon Mill Trust CIO & NEDIAS Newsletter Have you ever wandered down Dock Walk, at the back of Wickes and Wheatbridge Surgery, only to wonder about the building with the plaque of a cannon on it? This is Chesterfield’s oldest industrial building, the Cannon Mill and until last year was in a very poor condition, with the imminent risk that it would collapse in a storm.

However, assisted by a generous donation from the Chesterfield General Charitable Fund a local group of volunteers have gathered together to form a new charity to save it, providing a new future both for the building and for young people who are struggling in our local community.

Cannon Mill was actually a part of the nationally famous Griffin Foundry, founded in 1775. Built as a casting house for the foundry, it contributed to important world events. Cannonballs made here were used at the Battle of Trafalgar, helping

the Duke of Wellington to defeat Napoleon and the French Navy. Cannons made here were likely to have been used in the American War of Independence and were fired in Chesterfield to celebrate the court martial acquittal of Admiral Keppel.

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fed from two feeder dams either side of Dock Walk and we hope that someday this amazing feature will spin again and generate electricity from the river.

Many other important things were made in this foundry, among them the structure of the famous Belper East Mill and steam engines for mines all over the area (including one made for Magpie Mine and one which is in London’s Science Museum).

After its years as a foundry, the building was used as a corn mill and an engineering workshop as part of the Robinson’s Packaging works.

Despite being Grade II listed, the building was last restored in 1957. Since then, it has fallen into disuse and serious disrepair, with brickwork defects, boarded up windows and a major hole in the roof. The surrounding courtyard workshops

were demolished in the 1980s. Without a reason to exist it was an unloved building, despite its historical importance.

Chesterfield has seen a significant decline in youth services and projects over the past 10 years and more, and the young people of our town are suffering because of it. The Cannon Mill Trust is a youth charity, aiming to re-engage young people who are struggling in their community: providing

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them with hope, learning and a future through finding practical skills that they enjoy. A key to this is celebrating the cultural and industrial heritage of our town: helping young people to learn that there are many practical engineering and crafting skills which can interest them, can provide a practical outlet for their energy and improve both our town and the wider environment.

This innovative project puts young people at its heart; converting an unloved and unused heritage building to create a thriving hub to develop practical skills and a home for creative social enterprises. We want to empower the forgotten youth of our town and help them to develop the skills, aspirations and confidence to enter the job market and carve out a positive way forward.

One of the areas of focus will be the environment and the circular economy; building workshop space to house bike repairs, a tool library, upcycling and repairing unwanted and unused items.

This will start with the repair of the building itself: giving young people and community members an opportunity to learn heritage building skills alongside the restoration.

The project’s cornerstone tenant will be the cycle repair workshop currently based at Monkey Park Community Hub. This workshop has been thriving for a number of years and engaging many young people in the area, helping them to develop skills and be a part of something that turns lives around.

A temporary roof has now been installed which has saved the building from collapsing, thus saving the building for future generations. The Cannon Mill Trust charity team are currently working with Robinson PLC on exciting plans for the future. We wish to work with our local community on detailed designs and restoring the building during 2025, to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the Griffin Foundry.

Offers of help and support for the charity are always welcome and you can reach us below.

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Celebrating Their 10th Birthday

Honey Belles Choir Words: Kate Challinor-Moss Images: Andrew Haslam Photography & Honey Belles

Way back in January 2014, a small gathering of ladies got together to form a choir. It was there and then that the Honey Belles Ladies Choir was born.

Roll on 10 years and they are celebrating their milestone anniversary with a concert and party back at their old stomping ground in Ashover.

Over the 10 years this choir have gone from strength to strength. They have swelled in number from 12 to 50 ladies and now rehearse at St John's Church in Walton.

Bonds within the group are tight and firm friendships have been made over the years.

Memories of making music together are strong.

They have performed on BBC Radio, competed against other choirs on national television with Gareth Malone and raised thousands of pounds for local charities, including sponsoring a puppy for Guide Dogs, aptly named Honey Belle. They won North East Derbyshire’s Got Talent and have sung pitch-side for Chesterfield FC, as well as being the penultimate performers treading the boards of the Pomegranate Theatre before it closed for renovation. Chesterfield Bypass has also been their stage in the small hours of the morning, singing in the Sparkle Walkers for Ashgate Hospice, year on year.

The Honey Belles look to take 2024 by storm with performances already on the calendar. They’re hosting a concert with Ireland Colliery Band at the Speedwell Rooms in May, supporting a charity concert for Ashgate Hospice in April, performing at Chesterfield Library in March during the Peddler Market weekend, recording a Christmas CD and celebrated their anniversary concert at the Ashover Parish Rooms on Saturday 27 January.

Throughout the spring the group are opening their rehearsal room to ladies who are looking to enjoy singing and friendship. If you're interested in getting involved drop them an email on the address below.

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Brookfield News

Be Part of the Solution, not the Pollution Words: Daiz Grove It may seem trashy, but let’s talk about litter. It’s a common problem for everyone be it food, clothes or plastic but what can we do about? Let’s talk about the devastating effects that waste has on not only the environment but people too.

Did you know that as of 2022 there are over 500 landfill sites in the UK alone? And that as the waste sent to these landfill sites increases; the space they occupy doesn’t. As a result land that could have better uses, more housing or farming for instance, degrades as the rubbish piles up.

As the rubbish degrades, harmful toxins are absorbed into the ground and atmosphere. Some of these release greenhouse gases (methane or carbon dioxide) which contribute to the evergrowing issues of climate change: they hold heat from the sun not letting it escape, so the more gas - the more heat is trapped. However, it’s not just the air that’s being affected it’s the ground too.

Leachate (toxic liquid) flows from rubbish dumps and leaks into the soil, sometimes contaminating water supplies. This public health issue can cause cancers or blood disorders, the health risks vary due to the multitude of random chemicals found throughout.

Next up plastics: they are in nearly everything we use, so why in recent years have we tried to reduce plastic use? Plastic is non-biodegradable - it takes decades for it to decompose, from 20 to 500 years depending on the plastic. Plastics also release toxins as they are made from crude oils (petroleum, diesel) and kill many animals which get caught in plastic bags, bottles and ingesting plastic straws. Overall, one of the worst things is micro plastics, tiny particles of plastics smaller than the cells in your body. Micro plastics are found to be a carcinogenic, as a result they increase likelihood of cancer not only in adults but can cause birth complications and childhood cancers.

cheap and toxic textile dyes with equally cheap materials resulting in clothing that is not only bad for the environment but also a waste of your money. Not only do they have an environmental cost (the fashion industry is one of the worst polluters) when clothes are thrown into landfill, the manufacturers are often found exploiting their workers, paying them low wages to work in awful conditions. It plays into the idea that if you’re repeating a clothing look you’re behind on the times; but that’s simply not the case – it’s an idea spread by influential brands to increase consumerism.

Brookfield is, like many other schools, conscious of rubbish around the school. Compared to other learning establishments it does well by having separate bins for paper recycling and is generally quite clear of rubbish. Brookfield has many bins around the building - you won’t walk for too long without seeing one, which is great as it discourages littering. Overall, I think most schools could learn a thing or two about separate bins. I would suggest bins for plastic bottles, paper and general waste. I know some people don’t always get the concept of separate bins so it’s easier to keep the labelling straight forward.

What can we do to reduce this? Try recycling waste; donate items you no longer need (chairs, clothes or storage units) to charity shops; sell clothes you don’t need anymore; buy from environmentally-friendly (carbon-neutral, local) shops; try to avoid eating foods wrapped in a lot of plastic; and look out for plastic or landfill petitions to reduce risk.

Most of all try be more conscious about how your actions affect the world around you. Recycling today will lead to a better tomorrow.

Fast fashion has grown more common over the last few years, people look for trendy pieces that are often thrown away when the next new craze arrives. The clothes aren’t made to last; the pressure to reduce costs and production time means that the businesses cut corners, using

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Chesterfield, we need you!

Do you have a little spare time and fancy volunteering at occasional events for a brilliant cause?

We’re looking for enthusiastic people to help at events organised by the Bluebell Wood fundraising team. No experience needed!

You can help with things like: • Selling merchandise and raffle tickets • Running games • Bucket collecting • Marshalling at sporting events You’ll be an important part of helping us continue to support children and young people with life-shortening conditions and their families.

Scan for more details and how to apply or call us on 01909 517 360 Charity no: 1076958. Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice, Cramfit Road, North Anston, Sheffield, S25 4AJ.

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The Run Alistair Phillips lines up for the 2024 London Marathon to raise funds for Asthma+Lung UK Words: Paul Chapman Images: Studio Cherry

Did you know that one in five of us will develop a lung condition during our lifetime, and right now someone new is diagnosed every minute.

Asthma+Lung UK is a charity that believes everyone should have healthy lungs, they are on a mission to change the way that lung health is perceived - the only UK charity that fights for everyone’s right to breathe.

Alistair Phillips from Newbold is running the London marathon in April this year and raising funds for Asthma+Lung UK as he runs. “I’ve got Asthma myself and suffered with it. When I was young I couldn’t do any sports or exercise, and saw my late Grandma suffer with Asthma. It’s for this reason that I’m dedicating my efforts to her and am aiming to raise £2000 for the charity," says Alistair.

people give up e-cigarettes and smoking, ending health inequalities, improving access to medicines, speeding up diagnostics and improving basic care for Asthma sufferers.

“Every pound I'm able to raise will take us a step closer to a world where everyone has healthy lungs,” explains Alistair. “Just £22 allows one of Asthma+Lung UK’s nurses to answer a call on the Helpline, offering potentially lifesaving advice. I'd be very grateful for any donations you could make!”

Although well into his training Studio Cherry (Harry Rowbottom, Rachel Knight Smith and James Van Aardt) have been alongside Alistair from the beginning. Harry is a good friend and he and his colleagues at Studio Cherry are helping Alastair with his diet, training and are running with him, and they will be creating videos as training progresses and following him on the marathon journey.

As I type Alistair needs just £520 to reach his £2000 target so I see no reason why we can’t help him smash his target!

Just follow the link below or scan the QR code to access Alistair’s justgiving page. I wish Alistair loads of luck with his run and I hope he has a fab time. bit.ly/AlistairRuns

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100 Years of Choral Singing

Calling all 6-8yr olds!

Alastair and Sarah Smith have been in touch to share the news that they have places available in the 1st Holymoorside Beaver Scouts troop.

Beavers is open to boys and girls aged 6 to 8 years.

"We meet weekly in term time, usually on Mondays between 6 and 7pm at the United Reformed Church in Holymoorside.

"We do fun games, crafts and indoor and outdoor activities. We work towards “badges” on topics as diverse as Adventure, Sports, Camp Craft, Cooking, Science and more.

We awarded nearly 200 badges in 2023 and Beavers is a great way to meet other young people, try new activities, have fun and grow your confidence," explains Alastair.

The cost is £12 per month, about £4 per session over a year.

If you're interested, you can leave your details at the link below or get in touch with assistant leader Alastair directly on 07740 252192 or e: smith.alastair@gmail.com, bit.ly/3NAUank They are happy to answer any questions you might have and can arrange a taster session if you'd like.

For older children, there is also the 1st Holymoorside Cubs (for ages 8 to 10.5) and Scouts (for ages 10.5 to 14). You can register an interest for these using the same link above.

Chesterfield Philharmonic Choir's April Concert takes place on 6 April and is a celebration of 100 years of choral singing in Chesterfield, with a programme specially chosen to acknowledge this milestone.

The Chesterfield Philharmonic Choir will perform Edward Elgar's “The Music Makers” and “Coronation Ode”, the one with Land of Hope and Glory, at 7:30pm in the Crooked Spire church where they are the Choir in Residence.

The Choir is delighted to welcome Jonathan Scott (the choir’s Vice President), as organ accompanist. The soloists are Juliet Montgomery, soprano, Sarah Winn, alto, Samuel Knock, tenor, and Samuel Snowden, bass. The choir’s Musical Director Steven Roberts will be conducting.

If you'd like to join the choir for this auspicious event, tickets are £15, Senior £12, Full-time students and unemployed £6, and U16s free.

For tickets, call 07542 398803, visit the website below, see any choir member or from Chesterfield Visitor Centre. www.chestphilchoir.org.uk

Volunteer Readers Needed!

The Coram Beanstalk Charity trains volunteers to go into local partner primary schools and help children grow a love of reading.

They currently partner with a number of schools in the Chesterfield area and are looking for volunteers to go into these schools. Do you have some free time to volunteer in local schools and help children improve their enjoyment of reading?

If so please get in touch with the charity via the website below where they'll have a chat and see if they can enrol you on the training. www.beanstalkcharity.org.uk

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Old Brampton's Big Bell Centenary Celebrations

The following day Junior children from nearby Wigley School climbed the tower to enjoy a go at bellringing, and decorated paper bells for a display in the church at Christmas.

Words & Images: Susan Hall

As you'd expect, ringers from Old Brampton and further afield have been doing special pieces of ringing on the bells. These include quarter-peals (about 45 minutes) and peals (about three hours), all requiring utmost concentration and stamina to complete, but sound wonderful across the village and surrounding countryside. It's not over yet, as the celebrations will continue until Bell Sunday on 12 May 2024.

Big celebrations have been taking place at Old Brampton. The six bells in the church tower became 100 years old last year (2023), so the ringers, church and village have been celebrating with events throughout the year including two fayres and a special service.

In 1923 the five old bells were recast at Loughborough Bellfoundry, and augmented into today's heavier ring of six bells. This was paid for by Edwin Clay Barnes of Ashgate Lodge, who was, at that time, a Churchwarden, High Sheriff of Derbyshire and Chairman of Chesterfield Royal Hospital.

To find out more, or try bellringing at Old Brampton see: BellRingingDerbyshire www.derbyda.org.uk/learn-to-ring

So it was absolutely wonderful to welcome the current High Sheriff of Derbyshire, Theresa Peltier, and members of the Barnes family to the Big Bell Centenary Celebration service in December, alongside the Chairman of NEDDC, Cllr Martin Thacker and Consort Jean Spencer.

At this service the Bishop of Repton, the Rt Revd Malcolm Macnaughton, rededicated the bells, chimed a bell and anointed ringers' hands with oil.

Afterwards the schoolroom was packed for bell-themed refreshments. The bells were rung several times throughout the morning, watched by Bishop Malcolm, High Sheriff Theresa, Cllr Martin, Consort Jean, and the Barnes family who also chimed the bell inscribed with their family name.

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Words & Images: CBC

The popular 1940s Market is set to return to Chesterfield this spring – bringing a range of free entertainment to the town centre for the whole family to enjoy.

The action-packed market will be returning on Thursday 11 April 2024, transporting the town centre back to the 1940s with a variety of music, street performance and fancy dress.

Visitors can also expect to see the return of the replica spitfire – a popular attraction at previous events.

Organised by Chesterfield Borough Council, the event will happen alongside the popular weekly Thursday flea market.

The date has been brought forward from the autumn to allow for the start of town centre regeneration work later in the year, as part of the multi-million pound 'Regenerating the Heart of Chesterfield' project.

More information about the event plans and entertainment will be shared closer to the time.

Keep checking the council’s website and social media channels for details.

Councillor Kate Sarvent, cabinet member for town centres and visitor economy, said: “The 1940s Market is enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.

There are not too many places you can go to see a range of free street entertainment like we have on offer here.

“Residents and visitors enjoyed the 1940s Market that took place in November last year, so we’re really pleased that we don’t have to wait long for its return.

“We encourage you to put the date in your diary so you don’t miss out.”

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Chesterfield 1940s market Browse the stalls at one of the largest flea markets in the country with traders in 1940s dress. Entertainment includes live music, exhibits, a replica Spitfire and displays from the wartime era. www.visitchesterfield.info/40s

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Film: Press Release

Vindication Swim Pioneering swimmer, Mercedes Gleitze, returns to Chesterfield with a new film - almost a century after her incredible endurance swim.

In celebration of International Women's Day, the much-anticipated film, Vindication Swim, is hitting cinemas across the UK on the 8 March, and dives into the extraordinary life of Mercedes Gleitze, who in 1927 became the first British woman to swim the English Channel. The film depicts Mercedes’ upstream struggle in overcoming both the cold waters of the English Channel and the oppressive society of 1920s England. However, after a rival comes forward claiming to have accomplished the same feat, Mercedes is forced into battle to retain her record and her legacy.

Written and directed by award-winning filmmaker Elliott Hasler, Vindication Swim stars British-Irish actress Kirsten Callaghan in her debut role as Mercedes Gleitze, who trained for months in the English Channel before filming began. The film also stars John Locke (Darkest Hour, Poor Things, The Favourite) alongside James Wilby (Maurice, Gosford Park, Howards End) and Douglas Hodge (Joker, The Great, Black Mirror).

Mercedes Gleitze, a name that has been largely lost to history, also became the first person to complete many other incredible swims around the world, including the Straits of Gibraltar, the Dardanelles and distance between Robben Island and Cape Town.

Mercedes also made waves in Chesterfield by completing a mammoth, 45.5 hour endurance swim at the historic Central School Baths between the 15 and 16th January 1932. The inclusion of Chesterfield within the legacy of Mercedes Gleitze adds a local touch to this global narrative, celebrating the resilience and spirit of a woman who dared to challenge the status quo.

As we celebrate International Women's Day, Vindication Swim serves as a poignant reminder of the indomitable spirit of a woman who dared to dream beyond the confines of her era. The film's release on the 8 March invites Chesterfield residents to join the nationwide audience in commemorating International Women's Day while paying homage to a local connection that shaped Gleitze's remarkable legacy. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a sports fan, or simply someone seeking inspiration, Vindication Swim promises a cinematic experience that celebrates not only the achievements of Mercedes Gleitze, but also the collective strength and determination of women who have left an indelible mark on our world.

Details for screenings see below. www.vindicationswimfilm.com Socials: @vindicationswimfilm

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EXHIBITIONS All at Level Centre, Old Station Close, Rowsley DE4 2EL. Free entry. www.levelcentre.com To 12 April: PlayLAND PlayLAND is the new exhibition by Derby-based PlayLAB artist John Whall. A fun interactive installation, PlayLAND brings the world of outdoor play inside LEVEL Centre building, inviting you to play, sense and immerse yourself in a playful relaxing world. Step inside, to take a giant step outside, and into the world of PlayLAND! To April 12: I Got On The Bus In One Life, and Got Off In Another Grace Currie is Level's Spotlight Award artist for 2024 and she tells her story through her work in our latest visual art exhibition. She feels that her social identity – as a disabled woman, reduces her in some people’s eyes to child status…an identity she resists but draws attention to in her childlike portraits of figures or faces.

To April 12: Daisyland A period survival quilt created from pom poms depicting ‘Daisyland’, a queer utopia that artist Corinne and their childhood imaginary friend named Daisy created.

To April 12: Metamorphic [Traces] A film by West Midlands based artist Alex Billingham, tracing the feelings and emotions they experienced while considering dance, movement and their disabled body.

Sat 24: Skill Share Workshop - Curtains 1:30 to 3:30pm @ Monkey Park Community Hub, Chester St. Making your own insulated curtain linings. Free, volunteer-led session. To book E: skillshare@transitionchesterfield. org.uk

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Sat 24: Beetle Drive Includes Pie & Pea supper. 6:30pm @Storrs Road Methodist. Tickets £8. T: 01246 232169 for tickets.

Mon 19: CADLHS Chesterfield in the 1800s AGM followed by Pictures of Chesterfield in the 1980s by Philip Cousins. St Thomas Centre at 7:30pm Members free, visitors £3, refreshments.\ Tue 20 (to Wed 18 Mar): Eat Out & Save Deals around town to save you money eating out on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. See article on page 18.

Wed 21: Holymoorside Film “The Lady in the Van" Holymoorside Village Hall. Tea at 2:15pm. Film starts 2:30pm. T: 01246 567118 Fri 23: Home Energy Advice 10:30am to midday @Eco-Hub@ The Hub, Low Pavements. Info & advice from Marches Energy Agency about saving on home energy costs, improving home insulation & green energy grants.

Fri 23: The WestEnders Are Back. Winding Wheel chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Sat 24: Chesterfield RSPB Field Trip NWT Attenborough T: 01246 201663.

Sun 25: 124th Anniversary Service Led by Rev Mark Carrick.

10:30am @Storrs Road Methodist Church.

Sat 25: NT Live: Vanya (15) Winding Wheel Theatre. See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Thu 29: Lent Course – Life on the Breadline Start of a five-week Lent Course. Which runs each Thu to 28 March. Each week is a stand-alone session. 10:30 to 11:30am @ Storrs Road Methodist Church. Refreshments from 10am.

Thu 29: Loundsley Green Cinema 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding' @ Loundsley Green Community Centre, Pennine Way. A great fun film to banish the February blues.

Doors 6:30 and movie starts at 7:00pm. Tickets £4 including refreshments. For tickets call: 07419 336062 or email manager@ lgct.org.uk

MARCH Fri 1: The Upbeat Beatles Winding Wheel Theatre. See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

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Fri 1: Working With Nature

10:30am to midday @Eco-Hub@ The Hub, Low Pavements.

Ways to reduce flood risks, Presentations by regional wildlife groups to explain how naturebased solutions such a Natural Flood Management and Rewilding can help to address the climate and nature emergencies. All welcome, no need to book in advance.

Sat 2: Who Let the Dads Out A place for dads & male carers, & their kids (up to 8 yrs). Tea/coffee, breakfast cobs, newspapers, fruit & craft for the kids. 9:30 to 11am @Chesterfield Baptist Church, S40 4ST. Call 07976 641034. FB: Chesterfield WLTDO Sat 2: Skill Share Workshop Craftivism 1:30 to 3:30pm @The Hub, Low Pavements. Using papercrafts to express feelings about climate change and positive visions for a more sustainable community. Free, volunteer-led session.To book E: skillshare@transitionchesterfield. org.uk Sat 2: Free Taster Sessions Planetary Rum & ferrand Cognac.

1 to 4pm @Street Spirit. See advert.

Sun 3: An Audience with Sir Bradley Wiggins Winding Wheel Theatre. See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Mon 4: Chesterfield RSPB Lecture - Mexico. Jack Baddams.

St Thomas' Centre, Chatsworth Rd. T: 01246 201663.

Wed 6: Holymoorside Horticultural Society Renuka Russell - Seasonal Plants.

7:45pm @Holymoorside URC meeting room. T: 01246 568000.

Wed 6: Holymoorside Film “Grow Your Own” Holymoorside Village Hall. Tea at 2:15pm. Film starts 2:30pm. T: 01246 567118 Wed 6: Ben Fogle 'Wild' Winding Wheel Theatre. See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Fri 8: Climate Conversations 10am to midday @Eco-Hub@ The Hub, Low Pavements. Group discussions exploring ideas on how to reduce our carbon impacts. To book E: membership@ transitionchesterfield.org.uk Sat 9: Skill Share Workshop Breadmaking 1:30 to 5pm @Monkey Park Community Hub, Chester St, Brampton. Learn basic techniques and tips for baking your own bread in a conventional oven. £5 deposit for ingredients, volunteer-led session. To book E: skillshare@ transitionchesterfield.org.uk Sat 9: Carmen Presented by Ukrainian National Opera. Winding Wheel Theatre.

See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Sun 10: The Fureys Winding Wheel Theatre. See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Sun 10: Mothering Sunday Service Surprises for all mums, grandmas etc. 10:45am @The Gospel Mission Church, Old Rd.

Sun 10: Mothering Sunday Cafe Style Service Led by Agnes Tranter. 10:30am @Storrs Road Methodist Church.

Mon 11: NEDIAS - History of the famous Papplewick Cotton Mills Talk by Stephen Walker - 7:30pm at St Thomas Centre, Brampton.

All welcome, Members free, Visitors £3, more info Cliff 01246 234212.

Tue 12: Mellors & Kirk Valuation Day 10am to Midday @St Thomas' Church Centre. See advert.

Tue 12: Holymoorside Film 'Hidden Figures' Holymoorside Village Hall. Glass of wine at 7:15pm. T: 01246 567118 Wed 13: Chesterfield RSPB Walk from Somersall Park at 10am. T: 01246 201663.

Fri 15: Rise & Recharge The Loop Collective's first day of retreat and learning in Belper. See article on page 8 for details.

Sat 16: 60th Anniversary Concert Dore Male Voice Choir with Dronfield Brass Band. 7pm at Outwood Academy, Highfield Lane, Newbold. Enjoy the choir as they perform for the first time in Chesterfield for a number of years. Tickets: £10 please email: normanwest@blueyonder.co.uk or call 0114 2960797.

Sat 16: Chesterfield Symphony Orchestra - Classic Favourites Winding Wheel chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Sun 17: Climate Conversations 2 to 4pm @Eco-Hub@The Hub, Low Pavements. See Fri 8 March event.

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Mon 18: Mellors & Kirk Valuation Day 10am to Midday @Dronfield Hall Barn. See advert.

Mon 18: CADLHS Lumsdale Mills A talk by Alan and Christine Piper. 7:30pm @ The St Thomas Centre. Members free, visitors £3, refreshments.

Wed 20: Holymoorside Film “Florence Foster Jenkins” Holymoorside Village Hall. Tea at 2:15pm. Film starts 2:30pm.

T: 01246 567118.

Fri 22 & Sat 23: Pedlar Market Taking over New Square at Chesterfield Market, Peddler Events will once again be bringing some of the best street food the UK has to offer, alongside great craft drinks, live music and much more. See www.peddler.market Sat 23: Chesterfield RSPB Field Trip LWT Far Ings T: 01246 201663.

Sat 23: Phoenix Concert Band Spring Concert ‘Landscapes in Sound’ 7:30 to 9:30pm @St John’s Church, Walton. Tickets £10 adult £5 child (under 16) purchased in advance or £12.50/£6 on the door.

Call Jacqui 07729 951815 or call at Hasland Chiropody S41 0JA (01246 279521 to check opening hours).

Sat 23: Easter Concert Staveley & District Churches United Choir. 11:30am at St. Mark's Church Brampton S40 1DH. Refreshments served from 10:30am. Further details from Julie Hunt T: 01246 238143 Sun 24: Palm Sunday Service 9am & 10:45am @St John’s Church, Walton.

Sun 24: Palm Sunday Service 10:45am @The Gospel Mission Church, Old Road. Bring your palm leaves or make them!

Sun 24: Chesterfield 10k The Redbrik Foundation race starts at 10am - Start & finish in Queen's Park. See chesterfield10k.com 25 to 29: Holy Week All welcome.

Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, 7pm Prayers & 7:30pm Reflective Service (½ hr). Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. dnemethodists. org.uk

Mon 25: Climate Conversations 7 to 9pm @Eco-Hub@The Hub, Low Pavements. See Fri 8 March event.

Thu 28: Mindfulness Painting Workshop 1 to 4pm @the Walled Garden Workshop behind Libbys on Chatsworth Road. Contact Georgia Peskett for details and booking. E: georgiapeskett@icloud.com Thu 28: Maundy Thursday Service 7pm @St John’s Church, Walton.

Thu 28: Maundy Thursday 7pm Service of Holy Communion.

Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. dnemethodists.org.uk Fri 29: Good Friday Service 2pm @St John’s Church, Walton.

Fri 29: Good Friday Service 2pm @The Gospel Mission Church, Old Road.

Fri 29: Good Friday 11am Walk of Witness from Town Hall to The Spire. 6pm Reflective Service (½ hr). Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. dnemethodists.org.uk Fri 29: A Reflective Good Friday Service Led by Rev Tracey Harris.

7pm @Storrs Road Methodist Church.

Sat 30: Easter Saturday Reflective Service (½ hr). 2pm @Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. dnemethodists.org.uk Sun 31: Easter Day 8am Early Morning Communion & 10:30am Service of Holy Communion. Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. dnemethodists.org.uk Sun 31: Easter Day Service A joyous morning with gifts for all ages. 10:45am @The Gospel Mission Church, Old Road.

Sun 31: Easter Sunday Service 9am & 10:45am @St John’s Church, Walton.

Sun 31: Easter Celebration 10:15am Chesterfield Baptist Church, S40 4ST. Celebrate with us. "He is Risen". Service followed by refreshments. All welcome. chesterfieldbaptistchurch.org Sun 31: Easter Day Service With Holy Communion led by Rev Tracey Harris. 10:30am @ Storrs Road Methodist Church.

APRIL Wed 3: Easter Panto Robin Hood Winding Wheel chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Sat 6: Who Let the Dads Out For details see Sat 2 March.

Sat 6: 100 Years of Choral Singing A celebration by Chesterfield Philharmonic Choir @The Crooked Spire. See page 34 for details.

Mon 8: NEDIAS - Copper Mining at Alderley Edge Talk by Dave Mullen. 7:30pm @ St Thomas Centre, Brampton. All welcome, Members free, Visitors £3, more info Cliff 01246 234212.

Thu 11: Chesterfield 1940s Market Events across the town centre all day. See page 38 for details.

Mon 15: CADLHS History and Future of Chesterfield Canal Talk by Rod Auton. 7:30pm at St Thomas Church. Members free, visitors £3, refreshments.

Tue 16: Mellors & Kirk Valuation Day 10am to Midday @St Thomas' Church Centre. See advert.

Sat 20: Dreamcoat Stars Any Dream Will Do’s Keith Jack and stars of Joseph sing the biggest musical hits of a generation.

Winding Wheel Theatre. See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Wed 24 to Sat 27: Jekyll & Hyde Presented by Chesterfield Operatic Society. Winding Wheel Theatre.

See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk Wed 24: Mindfulness Painting Workshop 1 to 4pm @the Walled Garden Workshop behind Libbys on Chatsworth Road. Contact Georgia Peskett for details and booking.

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Regular Events MONDAY PILATES GROUP: 9:15 to 10:15am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Also Tue 6 to 7pm & 7:15pm to 8:15pm & Wed 9:30 to 10:30am.

Call Judy to book: 07779 266057.

MEN’S SNOOKER: Friendly group of men, over 60 & are looking for others to join us. 9:30 to 11:30am at Newbold Working Men’s Club, Thirlmere Road, Newbold. T: 01246 232169.

SILVER SOCIAL: 10am to midday. A popular group for over 50s to chat, have a drink and a snack, join in the quiz. Speakers attend occasionally. No cost but donations much appreciated. An accessible event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St, S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk ANCIENT HISTORY CLASS: The Age of Spartacus, examining the turmoil & civil wars of late Roman Republic. From 11 Sept. 10:15am to 12:15pm.

Meeting Room Chesterfield Indoor Market Hall. T: Gary 07980 910896.

READING GROUP: 10:30am for an hour in The Hub, Low Pavement, Chesterfield. We read short stories and poetry, all materials provided free. james@dva.org.uk or 07743 514934.

ZUMBA GOLD/TONING: 11am to midday @The Parish Centre Stonegravels, also Fri. Pre-book only call Teresa 07740 202042.

DANCE ABILITY AND RACKET SPORTS: Fun, relaxed sessions for adults 18+ with additional needs. 3 to 4pm @Queens Park Sports Centre £4 carers free 01246 345555.

DANCING WITH DEMENTIA: A fun, relaxed dance session for people living with dementia and their carers 1 to 2:45pm @Queens Park Sports Centre £4 carers free 01246 345555.

TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASS: Holymoorside Village Hall, S42 7DX. 6 to 7:30pm. Mixed ability, beginners welcome. E: TwistedSpireYoga@ outlook.com to book.

CHESTERFIELD GAMES SOCIETY: 7 to 10pm @ The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Also every 2nd & 4th Wed 7 to 10pm. T: 01246 209433 for info.

HOLYMOORSIDE BAND: Rehearsals in Holymoorside URC church on Mon & Frid 8 to 9:30pm. Vacancies throughout the band.

Instruments available. T: Andy on 07875 283131 or email: andybooker31@icloud.com

TUESDAY TEA AND TOAST TUESDAYS: Holy Trinity Church Newbold, Road. 9 to midday. Everyone welcome.

No charge. Join us for refreshment and friendship.

Call Rev. Jilly Hancock 01246 465656.

ADULT BALLET CLASSES: All abilities welcome.

9:15 to 10:15am @Hall on the Green, Ulverston Road, S41 8EQ. To book email Sam: sam@ medleys.dance

THOM’S BLOKES: A monthly meeting for men on the 3rd Tue. St Thomas’ Church Centre, Chatsworth Road. Talks, outings, fun & friendship.

All welcome. Call Robin Dawson 01246 550445.

PILATES: Holymoorside Class. 3pm at Holymoorside Village Hall, Holymoor Road S42 7DX. T: 07570 456642, E: tayloredpilates@ gmail.com FB: @tayloredpilates23 TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASS: Friend’s Meeting House, S40 4AG. 5:30 to 7pm. Mixed ability, beginners welcome. E: TwistedSpireYoga@ outlook.com to book.

HOLY COMMUNION SAID: 9:30am Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way.

CHESTERFIELD PSYCHIC STUDY GROUP: 2nd Tuesday, Meet 6:30pm, talks at 7:15pm at Loundsley Green Community Centre, Cuttholme Way S40 4TU. Light refreshments. All welcome.

For info www.cpsg.uk or call: 01246 277364.

COMMUNITY COFFEE MORNING: Storrs Road Church Centre. 3rd Tues. 10am to 12 noon.

Come along for a chat & a cuppa. No charge but donation welcome.

CHESTERFIELD GARLAND DANCERS: Methodist Church Hall, Jawbones Hill, Derby Road, S40 2TN from 7:30 to 9:30pm. E: enquiry@ chesterfieldgarland.org.uk

ZUMBA GOLD: Low impact exercise to music.

Suitable for older exercisers. Tuesday and Thursday, 10am and 11am both days. Chester Street Club. For details call Jen 07985 549427.

WEST STUDIOS LIFE DRAWING: Classes with John King. First Tuesday of the month. See weststudios.co.uk FB & IG: WestS41

THE CUTTHORPE ART GROUP: Weekly meetings 10am to 12 noon @Cutthorpe Village Hall. Come and enjoy a relaxing morning. T: 07305 461604.

ST HELEN'S TAI CHI CLASS: 10:30 to 11:45am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. £2 per week.

Call Veronica to book: 01246 237526.

HOLMEHALL LET'S WALK TOGETHER: Friendly group, walks lasting 30 to 60 mins at a gentle pace followed by a chat and a drink.

Fortnightly. 10:30am @Holmehall Community Hub at 41 Mercaston Close S40 4UE. T: 01246 498080 or holmehallunite@gmail.com TUESDAY MORNING WORSHIP: 11am St John's Church, Walton. For more info see www. stjohnswalton.co.uk

CHESTERFIELD YOGA STUDIO: Face to Face class at Swanwick Memorial Hall, Old Whittington S41 9JZ. 7:15 to 8:45pm. £7.50 - £8.50.

Details Chesterfieldyogastudio.co.uk

OLD BRAMPTON AND DISTRICT WI: 2nd Tuesday each month 2 to 4pm at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way, S40 4NF. A very friendly group of ladies who would make you very welcome. Come for a visit! Call: 01246 239431 for more details.

MINERVA WOMEN’S CHORUS: We'd love to meet experienced singers. 7.30pm at St. John’s Church, Walton to rehearse unaccompanied songs for fun & performance. A warm welcome awaits. www.minervachorus.co.uk T:01246 567118

KEEP FIT CLASS FOR MATURE MOVERS: 2 to 3pm @ Rosehill Church Hall Chesterfield Studios, Soresby St. Ideal for leading a more active lifestyle in a friendly group whilst exercising to music. T: Debbie 07413 068092.

BADMINTON: A friendly group meeting at The Outward Academy, Highfield Lane. 7:30 to 9:30pm. Welcoming new players of mixed ability, but not beginners. Call Terry 0772 546129 or e: chrisf546@gmail.com

RENEW WELLBEING 42: St John's Church, Walton every Tue 2-4pm. This is a space to get together over a cuppa where it is ok not to feel ok. All are welcome to join our small and friendly group. Call Cathy on 07815796612 for details.

STAVELEY & DISTRICT CHURCHES UNITED CHOIR: A mixed voice choir of 30 members.

Rehearsals 7:30 to 9pm at Brimington Common Methodist Chapel, Manor Road, Brimington Common S43 1NU. Julie Hunt: 01246 238143.

AFTERNOON WHIST: 2 to 4:30pm @ Holymoorside Village Hall. T: Julie on 07732 395278 or Susan on 01142 2621548. £3 per person. All welcome.

CHESTERFIELD PHILATELIC SOCIETY: 2 to 4pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels 2nd Tue of the month. £15 per year membership Call John: 07845 770442 for more info.

WEDNESDAY STAY & PLAY: 9am to midday. For under 5s and their grown ups. Suggested donation £1 per child. An accessible event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St, S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk LOUNDSLEY GREEN CHURCH COMMUNITY: Every Wed from 10am to 12:30pm. A warm, free space for all with tea/coffee & biscuits etc.

EASTWOOD LADIES PROBUS CLUB: 10am @1866 Lounge at the SMH Group Stadium. 2nd Wed. Speakers covering various topics, social events and a warm welcome. For info T: 01246 272193 or email yvonne3849.@sky.com WALKING GROUP: 10:15am from Chesterfield to catch a bus to start the walk. Call Veronica to book 01246 237526 or E: vonhage2@gmail.com BRITISH HISTORY CLASS: The Anjevin Empire, Henry the Second, Richard the Lion Heart and King John. 10:30am to 12:30pm at the Library meeting room downstairs. T: 01246 276800.

HUNLOKE GARDENS WALK WITH US GROUP: Refreshments & purchase fresh produce.

10:30am The cabins Hunloke Community Gardens, Church St South S40 2TF. T: 01246 345669 or E: tina.hensey@chesterfield.gov.uk ROCK CHOIR: St. John’s Walton, 11am and Whittington Moor Methodist Church, Mondays 7:30pm. www.rockchoir.co.uk STAY & PLAY: For children and parents - babies up to 5 years old. Term time only. 1:30 to 3pm at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way.

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WALTON WOMEN'S INSTITUTE: Come and join us. 4th Wed at St John's Church, Walton Back Lane 2pm. Jan to November. T: 01246 272039.

KNITTING CLUB: 2 to 4pm. Costa Coffee @ Ravenside Retail Park opposite M&S. No charge, just buy a drink. T: 0771 9763866 HOLYMOORSIDE CRAFT GROUP: An informal and friendly group The Village Hall, Committee room 2 to 4pm. All welcome. Cynthia: 01246 569250.

BRAMPTON LADIES CLUB: Brampton Ladies Club meet at Storrs Road Methodist Church, Storrs Road. New members welcome. Talks, demonstrations, social activities, quizzes & special events. 2 to 4pm term time. T: 01246 566435.

HOLYMOORSIDE TRAINING BAND: Calling all brass and percussion players, new & old.

Rehearsals 6:30pm at United Reformed Church, Holymoorside. Instruments provided if required. Call 07874 014179 or e: enquiries@ holymoorsideband.co.uk LAURA CLOWES SCHOOL OF DANCING: The Parish Centre Stonegravels 5 to 9pm & Sat 9am to 1:30pm. T: Laura to book 07714 223722.

TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASS: Friend’s Meeting House, S40 4AG. 5:30 to 7pm. Dynamic Yoga for the fit and active. E: TwistedSpireYoga@outlook. com to book.

THE BRAMPTON SESSIONS: Revelling in rich musical traditions. Live, acoustic music sessions featuring local musicians. First Weds, 7:30pm St Thomas Centre S40 3AW. £2 FB: Brampton Sessions or M: 07739 084478 HOBBY TALK FORTNIGHTLY MEN’S GROUP: 7:30 to 9:30pm Chesterfield FC Stadium. A different hobby each time help improve mental health & wellbeing. E: hthobbytalk@gmail.com BLOW THE COBWEBS AWAY: Recorder group - all abilities welcome. 7:30pm St Leonard's Mission, Spital. T: 01246 563224.

FREEVOICES COMMUNITY CHOIR: The Friends Meeting House, 27 Ashgate Road.

7:30 to 9:15pm. £4. Term time. Contact free. voices@yahoo.co.uk or T: 01246 237937.

HONEY BELLES LADIES CHOIR: St John’s Church, Walton Back Lane 8pm. Available for events. E: honeybelleschoir@gmail.com

THURSDAY THE PILATES STUDIO CHESTERFIELD: Classes 9 to 9:50am, 10 to 10:50am & 11 to 11:50am at West Studios, Sheffield Road Chesterfield S41 7LL. T: 0789 1090746 E: rachel@ thepilatesstudiochesterfield.co.uk ART GROUP: 9:30 to 11:30am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. No instructor. £3 per week, tea coffee & biscuits. T: 01246 209433.

WE ARE ONE: Friendly community choir looking for new Members. No experience necessary.

Thu mornings at Derby Road Methodist Church.

T: Andrea for details: 07947 040548 or andreasmall@naturalvoice.net

CHILL & CHAT: 10am to midday. A chance for those isolated by the pandemic to socialise in a safe space. Donations appreciated. An accessible event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester Street, S40 1DN www.monkeypark.org.uk BOWLS AT WALTON DAM: Fancy a game of bowls? Come along to Robinson Bowls Club any Thursday morning, 10am to 12pm, for our weekly beginner’s sessions. Refreshments and bowls equipment provided. E: robinsonbowls@outlook. com or call 07967 262 856 ZUMBA GOLD: Low impact exercise to music.

Suitable for older exercisers. Tue & Thu, 10am & 11am both days. Chester Street Club. T: Jen 07985 549427.

CHESTERFIELD MORNING TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD: 10am to midday @ Market Hall Meeting Rooms. Speakers, lunch club, quizzes, excursions.

New members welcome. T: 01246 207496 COSY CUBS BABY & TODDLER GROUP: Messy play, rhymes, story time, friends, toys & refreshments. 10 to 11am @Umbrellas Cosy Hub, Burns Cl, S40 2SW. (Term time).

CHESTERFIELD LITTERSORTERS: 10 to 11.30am. Join our team of friendly volunteers who collect, sort, count & report the single use waste from parks, walk/cycle routes.

Equipment provided. 2nd Thu. E: membership@ transitionchesterfield.org.uk. transitionchesterfield. org.uk/littersorters PILATES: Walton Class. 10:30am @Village Hall, Walton Back Ln, S42 7LT. Call Tamara on 07570 456642, E: tayloredpilates@gmail.com FB: @ tayloredpilates23 CENTRAL METHODIST CHURCH TODDLER GROUP: 10 to 11:30am, Babies, pre-school Toddlers, Mums, Dads, Grand-parents or carers.

Varied activities: snacks, toys, craft tables, singing.

01246 690005 or dnemethodists.org.uk Term time only.

HOLMEBROOK VALLEY PARK WALK WITH US GROUP: 10:30am for a 45 to 60 min walk including open water, woodlands & meadows.

Cafe (top car park) Holmebrook Valley Park, Watermeadow Lane, S41 8XP. T: 01246 345669 or E: tina.hensey@chesterfield.gov.uk CHESTERFIELD SENIOR SPIREITIES WALKING FOOTBALL: Over 50's, 10am to 11am at Hasland Park. T: 07767324583 TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASS: Friend’s Meeting House, S40 4AG. 10 to 11:30am & 6 to 7:30pm. Mixed ability & beginners. E: TwistedSpireYoga@outlook.com to book.

DANCING FOR HEALTH: Partner dance class, refreshments and chat. £4 a session. St Andrew’s United Reformed Church, Newbold. Contact Tracey on 07721 046757 for info.

HOLY TRINITY BADMINTON GROUP: 1 to 3pm @ The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Email Bernard for info & to book E: bernardandjean@hotmail.co.uk

CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other): Friendship group meeting every third Thu 2 to 4pm at St John's Church, Walton Back Lane. £2. Activities, speakers, games, fun, tea and cake. All welcome.

CROCHET CLUB: 2 to 4pm bring your projects and work on them and make new friends! Knitters welcome too. There is a charge for this event.

An accessible event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester Street, S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk BARLOW NEWBOLD & DISTRICT WOMEN'S INSTITUTE: A small and friendly group of ladies, meet 3rd Thu from 3:30 to 5.30pm at Loundsley Green Community Centre, Cuttholme Road S40 4QU. Guests welcome. Info: 0753 119 7324.

DOWN MEMORY LANE: A social singing activity for people living with dementia & carers. 2 to 4pm. 2nd Thu of the month at St. John’s Church, Walton Back Lane.

YOGA CLASS: 6 to 7:45pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Contact Helen to book E: helenapol@hotmail.com CHESTERFIELD PHILHARMONIC CHOIR REHEARSAL: 7:15 to 9:30pm at Central Methodist Church in Chesterfield. E: publicity@ chestphilchoir.org.uk CHESTERFIELD EMBROIDERERS: 1st Thu (except August) at 7pm in the Saints Parish Centre. Open to all people with a love of everything textile related. E: chesterfieldembroiderers@gmail.com HOLYMOORSIDE CHORAL SOCIETY: Friendly choir meets in Holymoorside URC 7:30 to 9:30pm. MD Andrew Marples. New singers always welcome. No audition. Call 07989 305577 holymoorsidechoral.co.uk ROSE CHOIR: We sing every genre of music and welcome all abilities. Chesterfield Studios from 7:30 to 9:30pm. E: sarah.menzies@ chesterfieldstudios.co.uk OPEN FOLK NIGHT: Hosted by Brampton Community Band. Third Thu. 7:30 to 9:30pm @ Victoria Inn, Victoria Street. T: 0797 1400219.

ICHTHUS CANOE CLUB: Outdoor evening sessions - Matlock Bath, Chesterfield Canal & Walton Dam. Monthly Sat pool sessions at Sharley Park. E: canoejmc@gmail.com. See www. ichthuscanoeclub.co.uk PILATES: Improvers level. Walton St John's Church @7:45pm. Call Clare: 07990 771155.

CHESTERFIELD JAZZ CLUB: Third Thursday of the month. Olde House, Loundsley Green Rd S40 4RN. Tickets: Visitor Info Centre, Rykneld Way; Parsons & Dunn, Chatsworth Rd; online bit.ly/ cfieldjazz Call 07764 587258 for info.

FRIDAY HOLYMOORSIDE BOWLING CLUB: Want to try out bowling? Come along Friday - 10 to 12pm.

Refreshments & all bowling equipment provided. A friendly club, all welcome, of any age, who simply want to have a go. T: 07794 078552.

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Regular Events TRANSITION CHESTERFIELD AT ECO-HUB 10am to 12:30pm. The Hub, Low Pavements: weekly programme of activities run by Transition Chesterfield volunteers to promote a more sustainable community. Local practical projects and raising awareness about climate change issues. See FB & www.transitionchesterfield.org.uk ZUMBA GOLD: Perfect for active older adults. Stay active, meet new people, have a coffee and some fun! 10:30am @ St Thomas' Centre. £5, please book first class. Call Adele on 07956 165287.

SLOW SOCIAL: 10:30 to 11:30am. 3rd Friday.

Check website for venues. Free Networking event for freelancers & independent businesses. To register www.slowsocial.co CHESTERFIELD YOGA STUDIO: Zoom class only or 7-day recordings are also available.

9:30 to 11am. £7.50 - £8.50. For details see Chesterfieldyogastudio.co.uk LUNCH-TIME SERVICES: Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. 12:15 to 12:45pm. All welcome.

KEEP FIT CLASS FOR MATURE MOVERS: 2 to 3pm @ Holymoorside Village Hall.

Combination of Sit & Stay Fit exercises, standing exercises, dance moves. Improve balance & strength. Friendly group. T: 07413 068092.

BOARD GAMES CLUB: For neurodiverse people 5:30 to 7pm. An accessible event. Fortnightly at Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St, S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk FITSTEPS: 6 to 8pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. T: Laura to book 07714 223722.

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Term time 6 to 7pm Walton Evangelical Church, Moorland View Road. T: 01246 231002. waltonchurch.org ADULT BALLET CLASSES: All abilities welcome.

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Garden Tips Mid-March onwards is the time to plant out potatoes, assuming that the weather is not too cold. If frost is forecast, simply delay the planting until it is over. Once the foliage starts to show, be prepared to cover it if a frost is forecast; most varieties will recover from a light frost but may be weakened, affecting the yield. The cover can be as simple as a sheet of newspaper – anything as long as the foliage isn't directly exposed to the freezing air will usually be fine at this time of year.

Plant onion sets and shallots. Birds sometimes think the tips are worms and pull them up; just push them back if this happens. To discourage the birds, run a few lines of black thread tightly over the bed.

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Give perennial herbs a good tidy up, rosemary and sage can often do with a trim now and you can divide and replant clumps of chives and mint also. It is time to buy and plant out young plants of thyme, sage and rosemary.

If the weather is warm the lawn will start to grow, so if there's a dry day give it a cut with the blades set fairly high. Petrol mowers can usually cope with longer, wetter grass but electrics may struggle, so try not to ever let it get too long.

In March, seeds to sow indoors include tomatoes, aubergines, peppers, broccoli, calabrese, lettuce, Brussel sprouts, summer cabbage and try growing beetroot in clusters in modules.

Weeds will start into growth, so try to prevent them getting hold by regular weeding. At the same time you can prepare beds by lightly digging them over, incorporating any old compost you have.

Deadhead daffodils, letting the foliage die down naturally, then removing it when it starts to turn yellow. This is when the bulb's reserves of energy are restored, and it prepares for next year - tying it up prevents this happening efficiently and doesn't look nice.

There will be a lot more heat in the sun, so open greenhouse and conservatory doors if you have seedlings in them, so they don’t overheat. But clear sunny days often mean clear, chilly nights, so remember to close them again.

The winter, so far, has been kind to slugs and snails, so expect there to be lots this year. As it gets milder they will start to appear in the garden, so be prepared to combat them. There are lots of possible solutions (pellets, beer traps, and copper bands) but, whatever you do, you'll never entirely be rid of them, so concentrate your efforts on precious plants and small areas.

Plants in containers will appreciate a top dressing. Carefully remove an inch or so of soil and replace it with a new one suitable for containers; it might seem unnecessary to use different sorts of composts for different places but, especially with pots, the right kind makes a big difference.

We’ve now reached the time when the gardening year traditionally starts to get going, so there’s lots to do; keeping on top of it all is the key to success. However, it can be weather dependent - never worry if you can’t do something at the exact time columns like this say you should; relaxing and enjoying it is far more important; get round to things when you can. If you’re trying to get your children interested in gardening then all your good work could be undone by dragging them out into the cold and wet for several hours to do something that could well wait for a week or two.

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Today is Saturday, it's the 10 February, 2024 and we’ve just drawn to Ebbsfleet Utd (Second from bottom of the National League - remember those days Spireites?) to maintain our unbeaten home streak. We are still top of the league.

We are still 20 odd points clear.

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Two. No, what I thought I'd do is simply focus on Mary Berry's grandson - James. No, I made that bit up. She's not really his gran. I just want to promote this fantastic young footballer who's clearly found his feet at the club, from supersub to the starting 11.

The Berry Effect.

James Jon Berry-McNally was born on 10 December 2000 in Wigan. He first played for Liverpool u18s before a trail of loans and free transfers from the u21s (Wigan/Hull) moving on to Macclesfield. Scoring an incredible 42 goals from 67 appearances at “Silk Town” or “Treacle Town” if you're a traditionalist, Berry was then snapped by us on 10 August 2023 on a three-year deal, for an undisclosed fee.

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Having started pretty much from the bench as an impact sub, he has now earned his place in the starting 11.

Goal wise, he didn't have to wait long to get on the score sheet as his first goal came against Wealdstone the following month in a 3-2 win.

His second came in the FA Trophy a couple of months later in the clubs 6-1 win against Southport.

His third came against his old club Altrincham in January.

After being subbed on, he bagged the winner in the 83rd minute which as you can see from the photo, meant something to him.

He didn't have to wait long for his fourth goal, just 11 days, that came when he started the game against Southend.

On the 27 January it took just 28 minutes for him to net the first in the Spireites’ 3-0 win. And just like his 3rd goal, his face was beaming as he celebrated! Also it's worth noting here Berry's shirt number is 18. His fourth goal helped break the club's record of 18 consecutive home wins.

Berry's fifth came away at Eastleigh five days after Southend. Again, starting the game and again scoring first in a 3-1 win he's definitely found his feet on the pitch, just as he did for Macclesfield.

His sixth was three days after Eastleigh at Dagenham and Redbridge. Keeping up the momentum of starting each match. It was a cold and windy night and even before his 31st min goal, if you see the highlights on YouTube, Berry's delightful cheeky backheel on the wing to set up the first of many Spireite attacks was fantastic to see. This just shows the confidence the lad has. I'm sure by the time you're reading this he'll have scored many more goals. I can see him reaching double figures in this league campaign.

It's good to see a player like Berry playing with superb confidence in the team and challenging the likes of Dobra for a place in the team. Personally, I prefer Berry over Dobra. Yes both are packed with energy and both are equally as likely to run and take on defenders but for me, I just feel Berry has the edge on shooting and finishing off a run with a shot at goal. I like that and given his age he's definitely one to keep hold of in League Two. So to round up and to answer my own question. Jeans and a hoodie. That'll be my choice for the big day!

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Combi swaps from £1895 Boiler upgrades from £2495 Boiler Smart Controls from £275 Central heating systems from £2995 Industry approved power flushing £595 Call us for all central heating repairs

• unlimited call outs • unlimited parts • unlimited labour • annual boiler service

95h* 5.ont £1per m

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Other Services

Boiler Only Silver Cover

95* 6.onth £1per m

As Silver Cover plus: • boiler controls & thermostats • replacement radiators • hot water, cold water & gas pipework • central heating pumps • hot water cylinder & header tanks

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95* 1.onth £2per m

Comprehensive Gold Cover

Book your free boiler service today call 01246 200990

Join Our Team!

We are seeking qualified Gas Safe Engineers to work with us.

Please contact us on the number above if you are interested in being part of one of the fastest growing businesses in the area?

290a Chatsworth Road • Chesterfield S40 2BY

www.blueflameheatplan.co.uk

193202

Kitchens and Bedrooms designed for you and your family

VISIT US AT OUR FABULOUS NEW SHOWROOM AT 49-53 CHATSWORTH ROAD

Stunning kitchens and fabulous bedrooms Unique design and project management throughout Expert advice and personal service Family run business Professional time served tradespeople

49-53 Chatsworth Road Chesterfield, S40 2AL

01246 271727 Info@1stclasskitchens.co.uk www.1stclasskitchens.co.uk

Opening Times Mon 9am to 5pm 9am to 5pm Tue Wed Closed Thu 9am to 5pm 9am to 4pm Fri 10am to 4pm Sat Sun Closed