The community magazine for Acorn Ridge, Ashgate, Brampton, Brookside, Holymoorside, Somersall & Walton
Cover: Izzy Shaw
Hi and welcome to the November edition.
This weekend I met with an old friend who moved out to live in New Zealand many years ago. We kind of keep in touch but it's really sporadic.
This time we caught up face to face in Nottingham (my home town), whilst he was visiting family, drank coffee, ate pizza and it was really great to see him and his son.
I'll admit that I've become a bit of a 'glass half empty' kind of guy, I don't think I was like this previously and we discussed this. After visiting he sent a message.
"You don’t live in a bad spot mate.
"Seems like you’ve carved out your piece of heaven - I’m trying to 'live everyday' - I don’t sweat the ‘what might have’ and celebrate what I have - which is less than some and more than others."
This has put me back on track! That last line, 'celebrate what I have - which is less than some and more than others.'
Anyway, I find myself smiling!
Enjoy this edition of S40 Local, take a browse of our gift guide and go and buy some gifts over the counter from a small independent business, ignore Black Friday, Prime Day and just celebrate what we have.
Stay well.
Paul Chapman
07764 801080
paul@s40local.co.uk
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Christmas Gift Guide
Help spread some local Christmas cheer, be sustainable, shop local, buy from local businesses and makers, and keep your money flowing in the local economy.
Check out part one of our ideas for Christmas Gifts that will keep everyone happy.
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Adorn Jewellers - Amber Dragonfly Pendant £95
Dragonflies represent change, self realisation and adaptability. This stunning pendant makes the perfect present for those who follow their own path. Shop in person or online - let us find you the perfect present.
7 Middle Shambles, Chesterfield S40 1PX
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High end Whiskies for your favourite people! If you are looking for an amazing Whisky gift then we can help! Also an amazing range of gin, rum, beers... which have some amazing artwork on the cans and bottles!
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Vouchers at the Fox & Goose
Purchase Christmas Gift Vouchers that can be used for Dining, Sunday Lunch or Afternoon Tea and get an extra 20% free on top. The perfect Christmas stocking filler for the foodie in the house. thefoxandgooseinn.com/christmas-gifts
The Perfect Gift of New Glasses from Oculi
The Cafe at Libby's
Brampton's Finest Cask Ales
Book an afternoon tea with a beautiful range of homemade savoury and sweet treats, including our famous blueberry and vanilla scones. Plus a great range of gifts perfect for Christmas.
479 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield S40 3AD
Brampton Brewery's cask ales from their shop 'The Beer Cellar' - a range of over 20 different beers, plus wines and spirits for all tastes. Vouchers and brewery tours also available.
Brampton Brewery, Chatsworth Road, S40 2AS
Highfield House Tea Rooms
Write a note, wrap it up, book a date and take Mum & Dad for an amazing breakfast, scones or cake. Bannish those winter blues and be sure to visit the farm shop whilst you're there.
Darley Road, Stonedge S45 0LW
Quality Used Cars For A Family Treat
A present to the family, a treat for a loved one or simply a gift to yourself! A pristine, quality used car from Autoselect Cars. Stock changes quickly so there will be something in or on the way to suit your needs.
Autoselect Cars, Pottery Lane West, S41 9BN
Mellors & Kirk
From One Armed Bandits to Opals you just never know what you'll find in the sale rooms at Mellors & Kirk. Browse the online sales and give love to an item with a history, bid online from your sofa.
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Original Artwork: Josh Bramley
Previously featured cover artist, Josh is back with a fun limited edition print that pays homage to our historic market trades. Prints, signed and numbered; A3 - £30 & A2 - £40 incl. delivery.
Email: jbramart@outlook.com
Il Mondo Travel
A Perfect Gift for Christmas. Call the team at Il Mondo Travel to plan a trip to the perfect escape for you and your loved ones. Tick off another 'Book-it' List Destination.
Il Mondo Travel, Chesterfield. T: 01246 588653
Brunch @Soresby Street Cafe
Another Christmas stop off for the foodie family member or friend. Take them along to Soresby Street Cafe to explore their fantastically varied menu, including afternoon tea.
1 Soresby Street S40 1JW
A Christmas Log... by the bag!
Give the gift of warmth for Christmas! Kiln dried Ash, Oak & Beech Logs just £95 per bulk bag. Cut and dried in Holymoorside and delivered free to homes in the S40 area.
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Professional framing services. Frame your treasured items in one of over 2000 styles. Order before the end of November for Christmas collection. Browse online at www.bramptonframing.com.
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So there you go, Christmas all wrapped up and you won't have to wait for a parcel to sit outside getting wet in the rain, only to have to return it as it's not right, too large, too small... or too wet!
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This is just a handful of suggestions from those businesses who advertise with us, I'd love to mention every independent in Chesterfield but I have to make a living!
Please get out and explore the businesses we have in our town and district centres and if you're stuck, make some time to go and browse the market. Thursday is always busy with hidden gifts for everyone, many of them preloved and looking for new home. Happy Shopping.
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Fungi at Linacre
Meet this month's cover artist, Izzy Shaw
Words: Simon Paterson
Images: Isabelle Shaw
This month’s front cover artist, Isabelle Shaw, Izzy to her mates, was that kid at school who always had a pencil in hand and paint under her fingernails. She honestly can’t remember a time before brushes and sketchbooks.
“I recently bumped into my old infant school teacher, Mrs Gex, and the very first thing she asked was, ‘Still doodling?’ I just laughed and said, ‘Well, I’ve just graduated from Birmingham University with a Fine Art degree!’” Izzy grins at the memory.
Izzy grew up in Chesterfield, attending St Mary’s Primary and then the secondary school. “I always knew I wanted to be an artist. At school, I scraped passes in pretty much everything except art, which I absolutely excelled at. At primary I was the kid who loved after-school club, purely because it usually meant something messy and creative!”
"My grandad played a pivotal role in my cultural development, and I've always loved galleries. He worked for the National Trust, so we got free entry to all sorts of places. Even as a kid, I was completely gobsmacked by the huge tapestries and paintings. That’s when my obsession with William Morris first began,” says Izzy.
At sixth form, she discovered her biggest artistic inspiration. “We were set a project on Ernst Haeckel, a biological illustrator who did these wonderfully weird, intricate drawings of plants and sea creatures. His work was so wacky and beautiful, it inspired me to go down the botanical route. Carnivorous plants are still my favourite thing to paint.”
That brings us neatly to her front cover artwork, her take on the fungi growing on trees at Linacre Reservoir. “When my dog was a puppy, he was too naughty to take anywhere else, so we’d walk him at Linacre. That’s where I started noticing all the different trees and mushrooms. They look nothing like the ones we cook with,
they’re these extraordinary shapes and colours, like magical stepping stones. I just had to paint them.”
Izzy paints in oils but has her own way of working. “I don’t do underpainting, you know, shading in beforehand to help with contrast. I go straight onto a white canvas. A lot of artists build in layers, but I dive straight into the detail. No messing about. I trust my process, and it works for me.”
She’s also turned her hand to digital art. “My ex was obsessed with Spider-Man and Star Wars, so I made him a Star Wars comic starring him as the hero! It took me about two months, but if I’m close to someone, you can bet they’re getting a homemade gift.”
Of course, the artist’s life isn’t always easy. “The hardest part is the lack of money, but don’t let that put you off. If you want to live an artist’s life, go for it. I come from a small town, so I don’t have the ready-made connections some people do. Making those links is tough. But honestly, you’ve got to do what makes you happy. Otherwise, what’s the point?”
So, what’s next for Izzy? “Last year I went to New York with uni. I only went because the university paid half, and I wanted to see the galleries, I thought I’d hate it! But I absolutely loved it. I’ve applied for several internships there now. Fingers crossed I get one. I even thought, ‘If I apply for the Medieval Room, they’ll have to put a Brit in there!’” she laughs.
We wish Izzy the very best and hope she’s soon bossing the Medieval Room in New York. After all, my local pub is older than America, they definitely need a Brit on hand!”
Izzy’s always up for new artistic opportunities! You can reach her at: isabelleshaw0709@gmail.com
Check out more of her artwork by scanning the QR code at the top of the page.
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Chesterfield Market
The beating heart of my town
Words: Simon Paterson
Images: Destination Chesterfield
I’ve lived in Chesterfield all my life, and if there’s one place that has always felt like the town’s heartbeat, it’s our market.
Its history stretches back to 1165, with King John’s charter in 1204 giving us the right to hold a Saturday market and an annual fair. That means generations of my family, and countless others, have walked the cobbles, bartered at the stalls, and shared stories in the square. For me, it’s even more personal, the market gave me my very first job, teaching me the value of hard work and community spirit. It’s not just a market; it’s part of who we are!
A Market Renewed: Recently, I’ve watched with pride as the Market Place has been given a new lease of life.The renovations have brought fresh paving, better lighting, and smart new stalls that still respect the heritage of the town. There are more places to sit, and more space to wander and hold live events. It’s modern, progressive and future proofed. It feels safer, brighter, and more welcoming, while still holding onto the character that makes it ours. The market isn’t just part of my history, it’s part of my future too, and I know it will keep shaping my life and our town for years to come.
Why It Matters: For Chesterfield, the market isn’t just about shopping, it’s about survival and success. It draws people into the town centre, keeps our high street alive, and supports local jobs. When I see visitors from outside the area stopping to browse or enjoy a coffee, I know the market is doing its job: keeping Chesterfield vibrant and relevant in a world where so many town centres are struggling.
What’s On: One of the joys of living here is the variety:
General Market: Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with everything from fresh fruit and veg (shout out to Ibbotsons) to clothes and homeware.
Flea Market: Thursdays, where I’ve spent hours rummaging for collectibles, comics and
quirky finds.
Record Fair: From Fleetwood Mac to Michael Jackson and the Arctic Monkeys, the monthly record fair is a must visit for casual and serious collectors alike.
Artisan Market: Held on the last Sunday of every month. Find a high-quality range of authentic goods with an emphasis on all that is local, ethical and original.
Vegan Market: I admit, I’m not a vegan, but it hasn’t stopped me from popping down and buying some tasty treats on the last Sunday of the month.
Specialist Markets: From the 1940s Market to the Medieval, international and Christmas Markets, these events bring the square alive with music, costumes, and community spirit.
Why I Love It: For me, Chesterfield Market is more than stalls and sales, it’s history, it’s memories. It’s where I bought my first Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle and held my first job, where my grandparents picked up their weekly groceries, and where I still bump into old Nobby Green friends. There’s a warmth here, a sense of belonging that Amazon and Asos can never replace. The market is our past, our present, and thanks to its renewal, our future.
So ... I urge you to stand with me in backing this modernisation, let’s celebrate and champion our town centre, not tear it down.
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Hoppin’ Mad CakeAway
New to Chesterfield Market Hall
Words: Paul Chapman
Image: Emma Owens
Hoppin' Mad Cakeaway is new to Chesterfield Market Hall and is Emma Owen’s business, a vegan and gluten friendly business.
Living in Devon, Emma had a friend who ran a health food shop and allowed Emma to use her kitchen and sell her products in the shop. “I started baking as a hobby,” says Emma. “My in-laws are gluten intolerant, and my sister was vegan so I started experimenting with cakes they could enjoy.”
Emma has always enjoyed working in hospitality of some sort, like so many youngsters she started working at the age of 15 in cafes, and this inspired her down the same route in her college choices.
“My friends unfortunately decided to close their shop, so I was left without an outlet for my baking, so I decided I’d start selling on local artisan markets. This was a great way to gain feedback and refine my recipes,” says Emma. I was keen to know a bit more about how you make a cake that tastes great but uses no flour, wheat, barley, dairy or eggs.
“Apart from the list above there are many other baking products to avoid; red food dye contains crushed beetles, and shellac is no longer considered vegan as it originates from an insect who produces the resin in their egg production.
“There are many replacements available, amaranth, buckwheat, corn, millet, quinoa, rice, and sorghum can be used to make gluten friendly flours, flax seeds can replace eggs. It’s often a case of trial and error, swapping in vegan and vegetarian options and creating a recipe that works.
“It’s essential that the end product has the taste and texture of a traditional Cake. Some people associate vegan and vegetarian cakes with no taste or having a dusty texture, I can guarantee you’ll not find that with my products,” says Emma.
She will readily admit that it’s a constant learning process, but the time and effort taken is starting to pay off.
Whilst there I bought five assorted cakes from Hoppin' Mad Cakeaway and took them back to the studio for a trial run. Everyone agreed these were very good, the rocky road stood out as a clear winner for us but all passed the taste and texture test (Ed: like we’re pro food reviewers! but we were happy). Emma’s best sellers are Rocky Roads, the Cherry Bakewell and her Carrot Cake. Emma also offers several sugar free products for diabetics.
I asked how she came to be in Chesterfield from Devon. “I suffered with health problems in Devon so came back home, we have family in
Sheffield and Chesterfield, and I came for their support.
“My health improved I prepared my kitchen at home, which has been approved and met the necessary food hygiene standards. I've taken space in the market hall and if all goes well, I hope to open my own premises, with kitchen and shop in the future.”
“The guys on the market have been really supportive,” says Emma, “I love being part of the crowd in the market hall, everyone is so welcoming.” You can also try Emma’s gluten free and vegan baked goods in No 10 Tea Rooms and she hopes to expand and supply other local cafes with allergen friendly baked goods.
Emma is happy to take orders for celebration cakes by arrangement, she is keen to stress that she is a cake maker and not decorator, the cupcake bouquets sell really well for events. If you would like a selection for Christmas her order book is open for mince pies and Christmas cakes, catering for all needs what could be better that something home cooked and lovingly prepared by Emma.
You can find Emma at The Hoppin' Mad Cakeaway in the market hall, opposite the old Post Office in town and she’s open Monday, Friday and Saturday 9am to 3pm and Thursday 9am to 4pm.
The last words go to Emma, “Come and give my cakes a try, I can assure you that you’ll love them.”
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Independent Medical Help - You Never Know When You Might Need It
Words: Paul Chapman
Images: DLM
In a world where health emergencies can strike at any time, having access to swift, professional medical support can make all the difference. That’s where Derbyshire Light Medical (DLM) comes in. Based in Chesterfield town centre, this independent medical team offers an impressive range of services – from event medical cover and fall recovery to first aid training, fire warden support, and even resident medics for businesses and events.
At the heart of DLM is Paul Hartshorn, an experienced emergency medical technician with a background in healthcare and a specialist interest in remote medicine. Paul and his team undergo constant training to ensure their skills remain at the cutting edge. “It’s so important we stay up to speed with changes,” he explains.
Founded in 2014, DLM was originally focused on event support. Paul recalls how it began: “I worked for a private ambulance company and was approached to cover an event. I invested in kit and started providing medical support across Derbyshire.”
The arrival of Covid-19 posed challenges, but it also gave Paul the chance to refine his services, today, DLM’s portfolio is broader and more vital than ever.
Fall Response - A Lifeline When Time Matters: One of DLM’s most valued services is its Fall Response. When someone suffers a non-injury fall, ambulance wait times can stretch from four to six hours, or even longer, we can fill that gap. “We provide a full medical assessment on arrival,” Paul says. “If it’s safe, we’ll help the individual up, or if not, we’ll stay with them until an ambulance arrives.”
Real-life examples highlight the impact DLM can have. In one case, both fire and ambulance services were co-ordinated for a patient trapped in a tight location, avoiding delays. In another, they attended a fall outside a residential care home where an ambulance wait was estimated at eight hours. DLM stepped in, safely assisting the patient into bed until a further assessment by the ambulance services on arrival later confirmed no additional treatment was needed.
DLM's support is vital in home care services and residential homes where they offer a service for domiciliary care workers based on a subscription of just 35p per care hour. This provides a standby medical team and gives carers the peace of mind they need knowing support is available should they need it when visiting clients.
Training the Next Generation: DLM equips others to handle emergencies from their Chesterfield base where they offer first aid training in small classes of up to six people.
They also proudly support six students from St Mary’s School, who serve as emergency medical responders alongside experienced staff. “Each of them wants to move into ambulance work or paramedicine,” Paul explains. “We give them a pathway into emergency care.”
Peace of Mind: DLM operates on a simple principle: no one is ever turned away. While corporate and event services are fee-based, individual domestic call-outs are supported by voluntary donations. This model ensures that help is always available, whether for a friend, relative, or even a stranger in need. “It’s about peace of mind,” says Paul. “I love what I do, every day brings something new.”
How to Contact DLM: Whether you need event medical cover, workplace training or urgent fall response, DLM is ready to help. Keep the number handy, you never know when you or someone you love might need it.
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See the Bigger Picture with Our Advanced Eye Examinations
Your eyes are precious – and looking after them is about more than just checking if you need new glasses. At Elliott & Heath Opticians, we believe in going above and beyond a standard sight test, which is why we offer Advanced Eye Examinations for patients who want the most thorough care. What makes our Advanced Eye Examination different?
Unlike a routine eye test, our advanced exams give you and your optometrist a much clearer view of your eye health. Each appointment lasts 40 minutes with one of our highly experienced optometrists, giving time for a detailed, unhurried assessment.
We use the very latest hospital-grade technology to spot changes long before you notice any symptoms:
• OCT 3D Retinal Scans – looks beneath the surface of the retina, detecting the earliest signs of glaucoma, macular degeneration and other eye conditions.
• Axial Length Measurement – an important tool in monitoring and managing myopia (short-sightedness), especially in children.
• Corneal Topography – a detailed map of the cornea that helps us detect subtle irregularities, aiding diagnosis and ensuring the best possible lens prescriptions.
• Comfortable Eye Pressure Checks – no more air puff! We use modern, gentle technology to measure eye pressure.
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Our team of knowledgeable, experienced optometrists take pride in providing the highest level of care, explaining your results clearly and answering your questions. Many patients tell us how reassuring it feels to know their eyes are being looked after so thoroughly.
We are now welcoming new patients – but spaces are limited, so we recommend booking soon to secure your place.
Your eyesight is priceless – and with our Advanced Eye Examinations, you can be confident you’re giving your eyes the care they truly deserve.
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Simon Says Read This Book
Words and Images: Simon Paterson
Project Hail Mary Andy Weir
With 3i Atlas currently hurtling toward Mars, it feels almost cosmically appropriate that this year I read Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir, and I haven’t stopped badgering my friends and family to read it since. Dare I say it’s my favourite book of all time? I dare. I have. And I’ll keep saying it until someone else reads it just so I can talk to them about it!
Project Hail Mary follows Dr. Ryland Grace, a mild-mannered high school chemistry teacher who wakes up alone on a spaceship with a serious case of amnesia. As he runs experiments to figure out which solar system, he’s in and what on (or off) Earth is going on, his memories start to return. Unfortunately for him (and all of humanity), those memories include the small detail that the fate of the entire planet rests squarely on his shoulders. The fate of the planet is project-managed (yes, literally project-managed) by a woman named Stratt, possibly the most direct person alive. Ryland’s flashbacks to his conversations with her reveal how he ultimately ended up aboard the spaceship tasked with saving Earth. Spoiler alert: there’s a twist ... and it’s a good one!
What unfolds is classic Andy Weir: science, heavy problem solving wrapped in genuine warmth and humour. You don’t need to be a physicist to follow along, though by the end, you might feel like you could run a few calculations on the side. The real joy, however, comes from an unexpected friendship that proves just as gripping as the interstellar stakes.
The ending, oh, the ending… simply perfect! I’d sing its praises louder if I could, but I’ve already said too much and wouldn’t want to spoil this interstellar joyride for my lovely readers.
It’s funny, tense, engaging, emotional and the ultimate page turner. It’s everything!
Verdict: A thrilling, heartwarming, and unputdownable journey through space. The easiest five stars ever! Read it. Thank me later.
Creativity Through Ceramics
Meet Peter Marshall producer of thrown and hand built ceramics.
Words & Images: Paul Chapman
We have a host of interesting people in our community and meeting them is one of the joys of this job. Meeting retired art teacher Pete and wife Rhian was one of those joys. The couple live in Somersall and Pete admits to being a creative, dreamy soul; he loves the outdoors, landscapes, nature and from his garden works in a ceramic's studio, a real passion allowing him to indulge his creativity. He established ‘Somersall Studio’ in 2021, after retiring from teaching art & design.
“I completed a degree in ceramics in 1982. My mum taught art which led to me making my first pot at the age of 10,” says Pete. “I did a foundation arts course in Chesterfield and went to Manchester Polytechnic to do a course in ceramics and glass; my dissertation was in visual effect and archaeology of field patterns of Derbyshire."
"I retired six years ago, not long before COVID but had a varied work life. I started as a stock fencer, responsible for constructing fences and dry-stone walls in and around Derbyshire, keeping animals where they are meant to be! I then joined Peter Miles Furniture but eventually decided to use my degree and undertook a PGCE and started teaching art & design in schools."
Pete taught drawing, painting, design and ceramics and whilst busy working he didn't have much time to further his personal artwork ideas, as teaching was coupled up with bringing up his two daughters, and actively walking and cycling, as well as renovating family homes.
Pete’s wife, Rhian describes him as a free spirit and it's evident in the way he talks with so much passion about his home projects. There are the raised beds full of alpaca poo, the shed and his ceramics studio built during covid times, and the work he’s done on the house. Pete is clearly
a man who loves to work with his hands, and he's responsible for much of the changing of his house and garden.
The dedicated pottery studios are filled with interesting drawings, pots - both finished and in progress and there is something to check out whichever way you look. This garden studio has enabled Pete to jump start his creativity process again.
“I’m really interested in ancient pottery and the way people developed how they fired clay to make vessels,” explains Pete. “It’s great to connect with our ancestors, and work sometimes simply without all the technology available. I make my own slips and glazes, and this adds to the authenticity of the final pieces.”
“I also love Raku-ware, a type of Japanese pottery traditionally used in tea ceremonies. I use a gas fired kiln, which involves a hands-on process of removing the pots when they’re red hot and plunging them into a smoke chamber.”
These different processes result in many finished pieces, created for the love of the process rather than produced to sell. Pete enjoys creating new pieces and continuing experimentally with his ideas. This produces many pieces and to clear space, Pete recently had a stall in Holymoorside Village Hall as part of the Derbyshire Open Arts event, an interesting way to sell his goods and get feedback from people. He’s also helped local people try their hand at hand throwing on a potter’s wheel, and he’s participated in a local wellbeing day offering creative workshops in Holymoorside. He recently was invited to take a selection of works to showcase in an Easter exhibition in a gallery in Denmark.
Pete is a man who likes meeting people and supporting them in their creative enjoyment. He is also happy to undertake commissions or small workshops, so if you like the look of what he does, or you’d like to visit his studio please get in touch.
Thanks to Peter and Rhian for inviting me into their home to enjoy their space and allowing me to share Pete's story.
T: 07773 186 841
E: petesmarshall@hotmail.com @somersallstudio
Pictures: Pete outside his garden studio; above - a pit fired earn that was recently displayed in a Belgium exhibition; the garden studio; a few of the many pieces he has produced.
A new approach to funeral care
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40 Years Of Support
Words: Paul Chapman
Images: The Elm Foundation
This year marks a milestone for a local charity: The Elm Foundation. Established in 1985 they're a service offering help and support to people affected by domestic abuse.
What began as a lifeline for those in crisis has grown into a network of support services supporting victims in Chesterfield, Northeast Derbyshire, Bolsover and Amber Valley. They are also responsible for managing the Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Helpline. Here is where support begins, it’s the first point of contact for anyone worried about domestic abuse, whether it’s happening to them, someone they love, or even if they just have concerns about a situation. From that first call, the team either signposts callers to the right support or walks with them through the process whether that means finding refuge, helping someone stay safe in their own home, or accessing specialist services provided by The Elm Foundation or other specialist support providers.
The Elm Foundation also supports children and young people at risk, provides therapeutic services to help victims rebuild their lives after separation, and work with perpetrators, referred by police who recognise they need help changing their behaviour. As Partnership Lead, Helen Onion explains, “It’s about changing the narrative around domestic abuse and building a support network, we’re here to ensure people are safe and know they don’t have to go through this alone.”
A Forest of Hope: To mark its 40th anniversary, the charity is wanting to engage the community in creative celebrations. Local schools and community groups have come together to create 1,600 handmade leaves that will form 40 symbolic trees, “a Forest of Hope,” explains Helen. “It represents four decades of support, the idea - to challenge the silence that abusers rely on and instead show that communities can come together to shine a light on the issues.”
Alongside the Forest of Hope there is ‘TEF:40 Challenge’, a call to individuals and businesses to get moving. Beginning in October, the charity is asking people to complete 40 hours of fitness in 40 days. It could be walking, cycling, yoga, or even using the exercise bike that will be installed in Elm Foundation’s reception. The goal? Raise vital funds to keep services going at a time when demand is higher than ever.
The Queens Reading Room: The Elm Foundation has also taken part in the Queen’s Reading Room Festival at Chatsworth, celebrating the restorative power of reading.
The Queen’s Reading Room Charity, festival authors and attendees donated beautiful books that will enable book clubs and safe reading spaces. It’s another way of bringing people together, through books, “we’re hoping to create survivor led book clubs, a safe space where people can come together and escape from the daily pressures,” says Helen.
Domestic abuse can happen to anyone, male, female, young people and older people. The Elm Foundation wants to change the narrative, making sure that people know support is there, whatever their situation. They also work with employers, helping workplaces understand how to spot signs of abuse among colleagues and how to respond.
For Helen, who joined the charity in 2019 after a career as a speech and language therapist, this work is deeply personal. “I saw too many missed opportunities because people didn’t know what they were looking at,” she says. “Here, I get to change that.”
As the Elm Foundation steps into its next 40 years, its message is simple but powerful: domestic abuse thrives in silence, but support can change this.
If you or someone you know needs help, call the Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Helpline (number below), or visit the Helpline website (www.derbyshiredomesticabusehelpline.co.uk).
One call changes lives - access support via email, online form or web chat. If you want to get involved in any fundraising or community events check out The Elm Foundation website, you can even donate there too.
T: 08000 198 668
derbyshiredomesticabusehelpline.co.uk
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Bright Winter Nights
Immersive Light Show Returns To Bolsover Castle - Now Across Two Nights!
Words: Junction Arts
Image: Richard Gardner
The sell-out event Bright Winter Nights will return to Bolsover Castle this November, illuminating the town’s iconic landmark for two magical evenings.
Launched in 2023 by Junction Arts to celebrate 30 years of the Bolsover Lantern Parade, Bright Winter Nights has quickly become a highlight of the winter calendar. Each year, the show combines large-scale projections, soundscapes, and interactive artworks to transform the castle into a glowing canvas of community spirit and creativity.
This year’s theme is “Hear My Voice”, with all artworks co-created alongside young people from Bolsover. Working directly with professional artists, they are shaping the installations to ensure their ideas, perspectives, and voices take centre stage.
The Bolsover Partnership is funding a project with Bolsover School, while Boza Youth Club is collaborating with VideoClub and Urban Projections. Global supply chain solutions provider Wesco Anixter is also supporting the event by funding an art commission involving Stubbin Wood School and Neurohub.
In response to overwhelming demand, organisers Junction Arts have added an extra evening, giving more people the chance to experience the spectacular light show.
This year, the event will take place on Thursday 27 and Friday 28 November, from 4.30pm to 7.30pm, with a dedicated quiet session from 4.30pm to 5pm.
Tickets are on sale, and prices remain the same as last year: £2 per child and £3 per adult.
Kylie North, Project Manager at Junction Arts, said: “We’re so excited to bring Bright Winter Nights back to Bolsover for a third year – and now across two nights! It’s become such a favourite with local people because every year feels different, with new ideas lighting up the castle walls. This year’s theme, ‘Hear My Voice,’ is all about young people sharing their thoughts and dreams for the future. Get ready to be dazzled – and don’t be surprised if there are a few unexpected twists along the way!”
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@junctionarts www.junctionarts.org
WHAT'S ON
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EXHIBITIONS
Level Centre Exhibitons
Rowsley. See: levelcentre.com
To 5 Nov: The Cows Are Wet Bakewell Old House Museum, Cunningham Place, Bakewell DE45 1DD. A new exhibition by LEVEL'S Youth Collective group, taking place at Bakewell Old House Museum. Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the exhibition delves into local heritage and traditional techniques.
OCTOBER
Mon 20: Walton Peak Flying High Academy Open Day www.waltonpeakfha.co.uk
Mon 20: Chesterfield
& District Local History Society The History and Industries of The Moss Valley by Byron Machin. 7:30pm @ Thomas Centre. Members free, visitors £3. Details & registration E: secretary@ cadlhs.org.uk
Fri 24 to Sun 26: The Chesterfield Great Historic Ghost Hunt
A 90 minute walking tour of the town Centre. Meet at the Pig & Pump at 7pm, ends at The Rutland approx. 8:30pm. Cost £8 per person when booked in advance or £10 cash on the night. Tickets are available from the Pig & Pump and The Rutland, cash only. For £22 enjoy a meal in the Halloween themed function room at the Pig & Pump. (Incl Ghost Hunt). This starts at 5.30pm and has limited availability. Advance tickets can also be purchased by contacting Shaun directly on 07908 183160.
Sat 25: Steptoe & Son 7:30pm @Pavilion Arts Centre, Buxton. Supporting local charity: Buxton Mountain Rescue Team. Tickets £22.50 from steptoeandsontour.co.uk
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Sat 25: Lightning Seeds 7pm @Winging Wheel. See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
Wed 29: Half Term Messy Church 9 to 11am (doors open at 8:45) Central Methodist Church, Saltergate, Chesterfield. Bible stories, games, craft activities & more. Free entry & breakfast for all. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. E tom. surgay@dnemethodists.org.uk or T: 01246 450547 & leave a message.
Thu 30: FILM A Real Pain 6:30pm @Loundsley Green Community Centre. See loundsleygreen
Choc • Wreaths
Photoart • Cards
Thu 30: Taylormania
Thu 30: Organ Recital
Tuesday 18th November 10:30am to 2:30pm
Katy Ellis a self confessed ‘Swiftie’ with a live band and dancers - delivers the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see. Winding Wheel. See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
Fri 31: Ultimate Coldplay @Birdwell, Barnsley. See ticket giveaway.
NOVEMBER
Sat 1: Bow Wow Wow The Leadmill @Foundry See leadmill.co.uk
Sun 2: JimeoinPandemonium Winding Wheel Theatre. See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
Candles • Crafts
Stained Glass
Refreshments Cards Refreshments
Tue 4: Hidden Track
A contemporary classical music night. Downstairs at The Beaten Track, 44-46 Compo Lane, Sheffield S1 2DE. See classicalsheffield.org.uk
Tue 4: Leadmill Comedy Club The Steamworks. See leadmill.co.uk
Tue 4: Chesterfield and District Family History Society. Family Historian Janet Few speaking on ‘Forgotten Women’. 7:30pmNote Online only. For further details and to register contact secretary@cadfhs.org
Sat 8: Standing in Line St. John’s Church, Walton. Remembrance story of WW1 told in songs, readings & images, features songwriter Lester Simpson. Tickets total cost £13.20 From WeGotTickets.com E: info@ holymoorsidearts.co.uk
Thu 6: Organ Recital
Timara Easter (St Albans) 12:15pm St Mary's Parish Church. crookedspire.org
Sun 9: AA Record Fair
A must for music lovers. Stalls galore in Chesterfield's Market Place. aarecordfairs
Mon 10: Walton Peak Flying High Academy Open Day www.waltonpeakfha.co.uk
Mon 10: NEDIAS "The Derbyshire Iron and Steel Industry" Heritage talk by Philip Riden. 7:30pm @St Thomas Centre, Chatsworth Road. All welcome, nonmembers £3. T: 01246 234212
Thu 13: Craft & Craft: Cocktail Crackers 6 to 8pm @Street Spirit, 10 Steeplegate, Chesterfield. £35. Craft your own retro-inspired crepe paper party crackers - with a boozy twist. To book a place visit bit.ly/jaxmas2025
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St Johns Church hall • Walton Back Lane • Walton S42 7LT
• A fantastic opportunity to learn all styles of ’Strictly’ as Solo Ballroom and Latin dancing is coming to Walton!
• Jenny Sheeran, a former champion and founder of Sheerdance, has been teaching for over 20 years.
THE NEW WEEKLY CLASS LAUNCHES Tuesday 11 November - 1:30 to 2:15pm No need to book! Classes £7pp on a pay as you go basis. For more info please contact Jenny E: jenny@sheerdance.uk
T: 0773 491 4327
• This class is for all abilities including people with no dance experience to step onto the dance floor and learn a new skill.
• No partner needed just come along, meet new friends and start your very own strictly dance journey!
Wed 12: Jimmy Carr - Laughs Funny See chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk
Sat 15: Walton Peak Flying High Academy Open Day www.waltonpeakfha.co.uk
Sat 15: Community Advent Market St John's Church, Walton Back Lane, 11-2pm. Homemade produce, gifts, stalls, raffle, refreshments and more. ALL takings to charity. Office@Stjohnswalton.co.uk
Sat 15 to Sun 30: Christmas Tree Festival 10:30am to 4:30pm and others. St Mary's Parish Church, Crooked Spire. crookedspire.org
Mon 17 Nov: Chesterfield & District Local History Society Hollingwood - A Case Study in Industrial Housing by Philip Cousins. 7:30pm @ Thomas Centre. Members free, visitors £3. Details & registration E: secretary@ cadlhs.org.uk
18 Nov: Christmas Market: @Storrs Road Methodist Church Centre, Brampton. 10.30 am to 2.30 pm. Christmas Market with light refreshments.
Fri 21: Chesterfield Parkinsons Support Group Oil Painting Demonstration with Carol Hill. St. John's Church. T: 01246 861888.
Sat 22: Handel's Messiah for Soloists, Choir & Symphony Orchestra
Sat 22: Yoga, Autumn Mandalas & Seasonal Lunch Holymoorside outdooryogapeakdistrict.com
Sat 22 to Sat 29: The Crooked Spire Light Show Taking place directly after the end of the Christmas Tree Festival from 5:30 to 8pm.
Sun 23: Ash
The Leadmill @Foundry. See leadmill.co.uk
Thu 27: Building Bridges In The Community Annual International Day of Disability. Ragged School. See advert.
Thu 27 & Fri 28: Bright Winter Night Festival Immersive light show at Bolsover Castle. See advert and visitbolsover.co.uk
Thu 27: FILM The Amateur 6:30pm @Loundsley Green Community Centre. Tickets £4. See loundsleygreen
Sat 29: Advent Market 10am to 3pm @St Thomas Church, Chatsworth Road.
Sat 29: Rotary Christmas Fayre 1:30 to 4pm @ Loundsley Green Community Centre. See advert.
Sat 29: The Bolsover Christmas Market See visitbolsover.co.uk
Sat 29: Winter Concert
St. John’s Church, Walton Celebrating 50 years of the Dronfield Handbell Ringers with Minerva Chorus Tickets: total cost £11. From WeGotTickets.com E: info@ holymoorsidearts.co.uk
Sun 30: Café Style Family Nativity Service 10:30am @ Storrs Road Methodist Church. (1st Sunday of Advent) Led by Bradley Goddon-Smith. All are welcome
Sun 30: Stevie Martin
The Leadmill @The Steamworks. leadmill.co.uk
Sun 30: Yoga & Sound Bath All profits to a local homeless charity. Holymoorside outdooryogapeakdistrict.com
DECEMBER
Mon 1 to Sat 6: Sheffield Printmakers Exhibition Dronfield Hall Barn. See advert for details.
Tue 2: Craft & Craft: Wreath Making With Bloomin’ Hot 6 to 8:30pm @Street Spirit, 10 Steeplegate, Chesterfield. £45. Craft your own seasonal wreath with Bloomin’ Hot, Chesterfield based sustainable gardener. bit.ly/jaxmas2025
Tue 2: Chesterfield and District Family History Society. Family Historian Dianne Sutton - ‘Down among the Gypsies.’ 7:30pm. Note - Online only. Register E: contact secretary@cadfhs.org
Fri 5: Holymoorside Brass Band Christmas Concert St John's Church, Walton. Tickets £10. See advert.
Sat 6: Holymoorside Choir Christmas Market 10am @Holymoorside Village Hall. Carol singing with the Choir. Live music. Mince pies, bacon baps and refreshments. Homemade treats, Christmas gifts, hamper raffle & tombola.
Sat 6: Christmas Concert Honey Belles Ladies Choir. 7:30pm @St John's Church, Walton Back Lane.
Sat 6: Christmas Tree Festival Fair 10am to 3pm @Christ Church Stonegravels. The Parish Centre, Stonegravels. T: 01246 209433. holytrinityandchristchurch.org
Sat 6: Yoga - Finding Stillness in the Season With warming Elderberry Tonic. Holymoorside outdooryogapeakdistrict.com
Sat 6: Sanctuary of Light
Sanctuary of Light is an indoor, immersive experience that surrounds you with shifting colour, movement, and sound. Escape into a glowing, dreamlike world within Chesterfield's iconic Crooked Spire. Tickets £5 available on Eventbrite
Sat 6: St Nicolas 3:30pm @St Mary's - The Crooked Spire. Interactive performance of the story of St Nicholas (Father Christmas and other Christmas music, complete with gift-giving for children from the Bishop of Derby. Family-friendly event. Tickets £10/£5 children.
Sun 7: Christingle
At Christ Church 4pm @Holy Trinity Church, 31 Newbold Road.
holytrinityandchristchurch.org
Mon 8: NEDIAS "Matthew Walker - the Christmas Pudding King". Heritage talk by Mark Dawson. 7:30pm @St. Thomas Centre, Chatsworth Road. All welcome, non-members £3. Info Cliff. T: 01246 234212
Tue 9: Cycle Chesterfield Christmas Social @Brampton Brewery, Chatsworth Road. See cyclechesterfield.org for more info on joining.
10 Dec: Yule Yoga Evening Stalls and refreshments. Holymoorside outdooryogapeakdistrict.com
Sat 13: Daytime 90s Reunion Xmas Party
3 to 7pm @ Real Time Live, Chesterfield. 18+ only. Early bird tickets £10 (plus fees)at: bit.ly/rtl90sparty
Mon 15 to Thu 12:15
Lunchtime Christmas Concerts Local school groups & solo performers. St Mary's Parish Church, Crooked Spire. crookedspire.org
Fri 19: Chesterfield Parkinsons Support Group
Christmas Lunch - Venue to be confirmed. T: 01246 861888.
Building Bridges in the Community (BBiC)
Thursday 27 November 2025 3:15 to 4:45pm
The Ragged School
Markham Road • Chesterfield S40 1TA
27 November 2025: BBiC are promoting the Annual International Day of Disabled persons.
Guest speaker Tracy from Derbyshire Law Centre. The day recognises visible and invisible disabilities.
World Disability Day - 3 December 2025: Hosted by the United Nations - a day that encourages business leaders across the globe, to value the unique contributions of disabled people and promote the importance of inclusion in life and workplace.
To find out more see:
www.buildingbridgesinthecommunity.org
E: BuildingBridgescommunity@outlook.com
Regular Events
ARTS & CRAFTS
LADIES GROUP: Mon 1:30 to 4pm @ Holy Trinity Church, Newbold Road. Bring you knitting, crochet, crafts etc. or just come along for coffee & chat. T: 07746 668257.
THE CUTTHORPE ART GROUP: Weekly meetings Tues 10am to 12 noon @ Cutthorpe Village Hall. Come and enjoy a relaxing morning. T: 07305 461604.
HUNLOKE ART CLUB: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at Walton Village Hall, Walton Back Lane, S42 7LT. All abilities welcome, Tutor led £12 per two hour session. 10am to 12 & 1 to 3pm. To book: Hazel on 07984 887133 or hunlokeartclub@outlook.com
WOOD TURNING TRAINING: First Tuesday. With Colin Fishwick R.P.T. Open Workshop. 7pm to 10pm at 15 Bramshill Rise S40 2DG. £5 per session. Call to book 07971 063753.
WINGERWORTH ART GROUP: Wednesday 11am to 1pm at @ All Saints Church, Longedge Lane, Wingerworth. All abilities, relaxed & friendly, free refreshments. For details call Elle on 07766644335 or email wingerworthartgroup@gmail.com
KNITTING CLUB: Wed 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 Wed 2 to 4pm. All welcome. Cynthia: 01246 569250.
THE CHESTERFIELD ART CLUB: 7:30 to 9:30pm - 2nd & 4th Fri. (not Aug or Dec). Whittington Moor Methodist Church Hall, Scarsdale Road S41 8 NA. Worknights & demos. Visitors & new members welcome. T: Helen on 0785 0064478.
CHESTERFIELD EMBROIDERERS: 1st Thu (except August). 7pm St Thomas' Church Centre, Chatsworth Rd. With a love of everything textile related. E: chesterfieldembroiderers@gmail.com
MONKEY PARK SEWING CLUB: Sat 10:30am to 12:30pm. Suggested donation £5 to include use of sewing machines. Fortnightly at Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St. monkeypark.org.uk
COMMUNITY
SILVER SOCIAL: Mon 10am to midday. Over 50s - chat, have a drink & snack, join the quiz. Speakers. Free - donations welcome. Accessible event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St. monkeypark.org.uk
LOUNDSLEY GREEN WI: Meet at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way, S40 4NF. 2-4pm on 2nd Tuesday of each month. There is always a warm and friendly welcome. Tel: 07585 266684
TEA AND TOAST TUESDAYS: Holy Trinity Church Newbold, Road. Tues 9 to midday. Everyone welcome. No charge. Join us for refreshment and friendship. Call Rev. Jilly Hancock 01246 465656. 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. LOUNDSLEY GREEN CHURCH
COMMUNITY: Every Wed from 10am to 12:30pm. A warm, free space for all with tea/coffee & biscuits etc.
LADIES GROUP: @Storrs Road Methodist Church, Brampton. Last Wed2 to 3:30pm. All ladies welcome for tea and chat. T: 01246 566435 for info.
20'S TO 30'S SOCIAL GROUP: 7:30pm last Wed. For young adults to meet new people & make new friends in a casual environment. Join FB group: 20s to 30s social or Email: 20sto30sSocial@gmail. com for more details & meeting venues.
CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other): Friendship group meets every third Thu 2 to 4pm at St John's Church, Walton Back Lane. £2. Activities, speakers, games, fun, tea & cake. All welcome.
RENEW CAFÉ: Wed @Chesterfield Baptist Church, Cross Street, S40 4ST. Quiet shared space where it’s ok not to be ok; a cuppa, a cake, share a hobby, read a newspaper or just read a book. See: chesterfieldbaptistchurch.org/renew
DIGITAL SKILLS DROP IN: Free support for anyone - whether it's downloading an app, using Word, sending an email, shopping online. Drop into Monkey Park Cafe, Chester Street, S40 1DN. 2nd & 4th Thursday. monkeypark.org.uk
ECOHUB: Fri 10:30am to 12 noon @ The Hub, 61 Low Pavements. Activities, discussions, talks and workshops about sustainability and local action for climate change and nature. All welcome. 1st Friday of the month. Details see www.transitionchesterfield.org.uk
SLOW SOCIAL: 10:30 to 11:30am. 3rd Friday. See website for venues. Free Networking event for freelancers & independent businesses. slowsocial.co
LUNCH-TIME SERVICES: Central Methodist Church, Saltergate. Fri 12:15 to 12:45pm. All welcome.
FRIDAY CLUB FOR TEENS: For teenagers in school years 7 to 9. 7:15 to 8:15pm at Walton Evangelical Church, Moorland View Road. For details T: 01246 231002. waltonchurch.org
MONKEY PARK SOCIAL MEAL
3rd Fri Serving at 5pm and again at 6pm. A 3 course meal - pay what you feel. Monkey Park, Chester Street. www. monkeypark.org.uk
BLOKE'S BACON BUTTY BREAKFAST: Last Saturday 9 to 11am @Holy Trinity Church, Newbold Road. Chat, catch up & banter over a mug of tea/coffee & a bacon butty. T: Rex 07717 224474.
JUMBLE SALE: First Sat. Midday at Annunciation Church Spencer St. (Entrance Queen St.) Call 01246 232686 to confirm.
AUTISM ACCEPTANCE: A social group for adults with Autism offering a safe space to meet. 4th Friday (or last in a 4 Friday month) at Monkey Park, Chester Street. 7 to 9pm.
CUTTHORPE KNIT & NATTER GROUP: Weekly meetings Friday 1 – 3pm Cutthorpe Village Hall. Knitting, crochet, cross stitch etc, suitable for the novice as well as the experienced. Tea & biscuits and lots of chat too! Contact: Barbara Stringer 07980 510591.
QUEEN’S PARK DR BIKE: 1st Sat from March. 9:30am until 1pm. Free bike repairs, adjustments & checks while you wait. inclusivepedals.org.uk or FB: ChesterfieldDrBike
FRIENDS OF SPITAL CEMETERY TOURS: 2nd Sun at 1pm. Spital Cemetery lodge, Hady Hill. Pre-book. Tours also by arrangement. Donation £5. E: spitalcemeterytours@gmail.com
CARSINGTON WATER BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS: Free walks held on the first Sunday of the month. Booking advisable. Call 0330 678 0701.
PARISH CENTRE STONEGRAVELS: Chesterfield venue with varied events taking place throughout week. T: 01246 209433 parishcentrestonegravels.co.uk
HAVE YOUR SAY CHESTERFIELD COMMUNITY GROUP: For residents of Abercrombie/Chesterfield Conservation Area & Stonegravels. Call 07471 420352 or email: HYSchesterfieldcommunity@protonmail.com
EDUCATION
ANCIENT HISTORY CLASS: The Age of Spartacus, examining the turmoil & civil wars of late Roman Republic. Mon 10:15am to 12:15pm. Meeting Room Chesterfield Indoor Market Hall. Call Gary 07980 910896 for info.
CHESTERFIELD PSYCHIC STUDY GROUP: 2nd Tues, meet 6:30pm, talks at 7:15pm at Friends Meeting House, 27 Ashgate Road, Chesterfield S40 4AG. Light refreshments. £3. All welcome. See www.cpsg.uk
BRITISH HISTORY CLASS: The history of England in the medieval period, examining the reign of Henry the 3rd, Simon De Montfort, and the birth of parliament. Wednesday 10:30am to 12:30pm. Library meeting room. All welcome. T: 01246 276800.
FAITH
HOLY COMMUNION SAID: Tues 9:30am Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way.
TUESDAY MORNING WORSHIP: 11am St John's Church, Walton. More info stjohnswalton.co.uk
COBS & TEACAKES: 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month. 10:30am to midday in the meeting room at @United Reformed Church, Cotton Mill Hill, Holymoorside. Bacon cobs £1.5 Toasted teacakes £1.
ST JOHNS WALTON: SUNDAY SERVICES 9am & 10:45am. Info stjohnswalton.co.uk
WORSHIP: Sun 9:45am Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way.
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP AND ADVENTURERS & EXPLORERS
CHILDREN’S GROUPS. Chesterfield Baptist Church, Cross Street, S40 4ST. Sunday 10:15am. You are welcome to join us in person or on Zoom. See: chesterfieldbaptistchurch.org
SUNDAY SERVICE: 10:30am at Storrs Road Methodist Church. More info can be found at dnemethodists.org.uk
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP: Central Methodist Church, Saltergate 10:30am. All welcome. dnemethodists.org.uk
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP: 10:45am for regular worship. The Gospel Mission Congregational Church, Old Rd.
THE WAY: 1st Sunday. 3 to 4:30pm at Walton Evangelical Church, Moorland View Rd. Church-based group for adults with additional needs & carers. Tea, coffee, biscuits, activities & warm welcome. www.waltonchurch.org
FAMILY FUN & KIDS
STAY & PLAY: For children and parentsbabies up to 5 years old. Term time only. Wed 1:30 to 3pm at Loundsley Green Church, Pennine Way.
LITTLE FISHES TODDLER GROUP: Thu 10:30am to midday. St John's Church Walton £2 per family (Term Time. For any little ones up to school agetoys, crafts, snack time, singing. E: office@stjohnswalton.co.uk to come along.
CENTRAL METHODIST CHURCH
TODDLER GROUP: Thu 10 to 11:30am, Babies, pre-school Toddlers, Mums, Dads, Grand-parents, carers. Activities, snacks, toys, crafts, songs. term time. 01246 690005 or dnemethodists.org.uk
COSY CUBS BABY & TODDLER GROUP: Messy play, rhymes, story time, friends, toys & refreshments. Thu 10 to 11am @Umbrellas Cosy Hub, Burns Cl, S40 2SW. (Term time).
KFC (KIDS FRIDAY CLUB): For primary ages. Term time 6 to 7pm Walton Evangelical Church, Moorland View Road. T: 01246 231002. waltonchurch.org
RAINBOWS & BROWNIES: Brownie's meetings on Mon, Tues, Wed and Thu (weekly). Guides and Rangers meet on Mon, Tue & Wed (weekly). See girlguiding.org.uk for details.
3RD BRAMPTON SCOUTS, CUBS, BEAVERS & SQUIRRELS: Mon Beavers (6 to 8 years), 5:30 to 6:30pm, Cubs (8 to 10.5), 5:30 to 6:30pm. Fri Squirrels (4 to 6), 5:15 to 6pm, Beavers 5:30 to 6:30pm, Cubs 6 to 7pm and Scouts (10.5 to 14), 7:30 to 9pm. Boys & Girls. St Thomas’ Centre. T: 07817 322949.
FITNESS CLASSES
PILATES GROUP: Mon 9:15 to 10:15am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Tue 6 - 7pm & 7:15pm - 8:15pm & Wed 9:30 - 10:30am. Call to book: 07779 266057.
KUNDALINI YOGA: Mon 9:30 to 10:45am @ Walton Village Hall, S42 7LT. Email Helen to book E: helenapol@hotmail.com
ZUMBA GOLD/TONING: Mon 11am to 12 & Fri 11am to 12 @The Parish Centre Stonegravels, also Fri. Pre-book only call Teresa 07740 202042.
CHAIR YOGA CLASS: Rachel Bayliss Yoga. Mon 2 to 3:15pm @ Friends Meeting House, S40 4AG. To book E: rachel@rcb.me.uk T: 07876 490466
TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASS: Holymoorside Village Hall, S42 7DX. Mon 6 to 7:30pm. Mixed ability, beginners welcome. Book: E: TwistedSpireYoga@outlook.com
CHESTERFIELD YOGA STUDIO: Face to Face class at Swanwick Memorial Hall, Old Whittington S41 9JZ. Mon 7:15 to 8:45pm. £7.50 - £8.50. Details Chesterfieldyogastudio.co.uk
ZUMBA GOLD: Low impact exercise to music for older exercisers. Tue & Thu, 10am & 11am both days. Chester Street Club. Call Jen 07985 549427.
ST HELEN'S TAI CHI CLASS: Tue 10:30 to 11:45am @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. £2 per week. Call Veronica to book: 01246 237526.
ADULT EXERCISE CLASS: Move it or lose it. First class is free. Tuesdays 11 to 12pm. The Hall on the Green, Newbold S41 8EQ. T: 07511 785314 for details.
TWISTEDSPIREYOGA CLASSES: Friends Meeting House, S40 4AG. Tue 5:30 to 6:45pm Mixed ability. 7 to 8pm Vinyasa Flow Yoga; Wed 5:30 to 7pm Dynamic Yoga for the fit and active; Thu 10 to 11:30am Mixed ability. E: TwistedSpireYoga@outlook.com to book.
KEEP FIT CLASS FOR MATURE
MOVERS: Tue 2 to 3pm @ Rosehill Church Hall, Chesterfield Studios, Soresby St. Active class in a friendly group whilst exercising to music. T: Debbie 07413 068092.
KUNDALINI YOGA: Wed 6 to 7:15pm @ Walton Village Hall, S42 7LT. Email to book E: helenapol@hotmail.com
PILATES CLASSES: @St Thomas’ Centre Brampton. Wed 9 to 10am & 10:15 to 11:15am. Equipment provided. Suits beginners - adapted to suit all. T: Rachel on 07891 090746.
PILATES: Walton Classes. Thurs 9:30am and 10:45am @Village Hall, Walton Back Ln, S42 7LT. Call Tamara on 07570 456642, E: tayloredpilates@ gmail.com FB: @tayloredpilates23
KUNDALINI YOGA: Thu 6:30 to 7:45pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels S41 7JH. Email Helen to book E: helenapol@ hotmail.com
PILATES: Improvers level. Walton St John's Church Thu @7:45pm. 07990 771155.
ZUMBA GOLD: For active older adults. Stay active, meet new people, have a coffee & some fun! Fri 10:30am @ St Thomas' Centre. £5, please book first class. Call Adele on 07956 165287.
CHESTERFIELD YOGA STUDIO: Zoom class only or 7 day recordings are also available. Fri 9:30 to 11am. £7.50 - £8.50. For details see Chesterfieldyogastudio.co.uk
RACHEL BAYLISS YOGA: Class Fri 10 to 11:30am @ Friends Meeting House, S40 4AG. Mixed ability, beginners welcome. To book E: rachel@rcb.me.uk T: 07876 490466
KEEP FIT CLASS FOR MATURE
MOVERS: Fri 2 to 3pm @ Holymoorside Village Hall. Combination of Sit & Stay Fit exercises, standing exercises, dance moves. Improve balance & strength. Friendly group. T: 07413 068092.
FITSTEPS: Fri 6 to 8pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. T: Laura to book 07714 223722.
ZUMBA WITH TASHA: Sun: 6 - 7pm @ The Parish Centre Stonegravels. E: Tasha refreshfitness89@gmail.com
HEALTH & WELLBEING
DANCE ABILITY AND RACKET SPORTS: Fun, relaxed sessions for adults 18+ with additional needs. Mon 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 Mon 1 to 2:45pm @Queens Park Sports Centre £4 carers free 01246 345555.
TAI CHI CLASS 7 to 8pm @The Phoenix Club, Chester Street. Tuesday. All ages and abilities. Info from Margaret qualified & insured teacher. T: 0759 244 0124 E: borgynedwob@yahoo.co.uk.
THOM’S BLOKES: Meeting for men. 3rd Tue. St Thomas’ Church Centre, Chatsworth Rd. Talks, outings, fun & friendship. All welcome. Call Robin 01246 550445.
WALKING GROUP: Wed 10:15am Catch a Chesterfield bus to start the walk. Call Veronica to book 01246 237526 or E: vonhage2@gmail.com
HUNLOKE GARDENS WALK AND TALK: Refreshments & purchase fresh produce. Wed 10:30am The cabins Hunloke Community Gardens, Church St South S40 2TF. T:07846 271968 or E: hunlokegarden@gmail.com
HOBBY TALK FORTNIGHTLY MEN’S GROUP: Wed 7:30 to 9:30pm Chesterfield FC Stadium. Different hobbies to help with mental health & wellbeing. E: hthobbytalk@gmail.com
CHILL & CHAT: Thu 10am to midday. A chance to socialise in a safe space. Donations appreciated. Accessible event. Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk
HOLMEBROOK VALLEY PARK WALK WITH US: Thu 10:30am - 45 to 60 min walk. Open water, woodlands & meadows. Cafe, Holmebrook Valley Park, Watermeadow Lane, S41 8XP. T: 01246 959444 e: rob.andrew@ chesterfield.gov.uk
CHESTERFIELD SENIOR SPIREITIES
WALKING FOOTBALL: Over 50's, Thu 10am to 11am at Hasland Park. T: 07767324583
PARKINSONS UK CHESTERFIELD SUPPORT GROUP: Here to help those who have been diagnosed with Parkinsons. Meet 3rd Friday @St. Johns Walton. T: 01246 861888
DANCING FOR HEALTH: Thu partner dance class, refreshments and chat. £4 a session. St Andrew’s United Reformed Church, Newbold. Tracey 07721 046757 for info.
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WRITING FOR WELLBEING: 1st Thu. 10am to 12noon at St John's Church, Walton Back Lane, Chesterfield S40 3LT. Reminiscence & writing prose or poetry. You do not need to be a writer to take part. £3 per session. T: 01246 566205
DECUS HEALING GROUP SUPPORT: Thu 6 to 7:30pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels S41 7JH T: Linda 0774 9896329 linda@decushealing.co.uk
DOWN MEMORY LANE: Down Memory Lane. A social singing activity primarily for people living with dementia and their carers, but open to all. We’re not a choir, just a group of people who enjoy a singalong. Second Thursday 2 to 4pm @St. John’s Church, Walton Back Lane.
NEUROHUB DROP IN: Friday 10am to 4pm. A supportive drop in for families and neurodiverse children. Monkey Park, Chester Street. Contact 07874 941890 for more information.
GUIDED BREATHWORK & MEDITATION: Sat 9:30 to 10:15am. at Monkey Park. Contact Helen 07854 211985 for details. monkeypark www.monkeypark.org.uk
PERFORMANCE
MINERVA WOMEN’S CHORUS: Love to sing? Come and meet us! Mon 7:30pm St. John’s Church, Walton. Rehearse unaccompanied songs for fun & performance. T: 01246 567118 E: minervachorus@gmail.com
AURORA A CAPPELLA: (Home of Harmony) is a female A Cappella choir. Come and join us! Mon 7:30 to 9:30pm. Experience & ability to read music is not necessary. T: 07810 892978, e: aurora.chesterfield@gmail.com or auroraacappella.co.uk
STAVELEY & DISTRICT CHURCHES
UNITED CHOIR: A mixed voice choir of 30 members. Rehearsals Mon 7:30 to 9pm at Brimington Common Methodist Chapel, Manor Road, Brimington Common S43 1NU. T: 01246 238143.
HOLYMOORSIDE BAND: Rehearsals in Holymoorside URC church on Mon & Fri 8 to 9:30pm. Vacancies throughout the band. Instruments available. T: Andy on 07875 283131 or e: andybooker31@ icloud.com
ADULT BALLET CLASSES: All abilities welcome. Tue 9:15 to 10:15am and Fri 6:30 to 7:30pm @Hall on the Green, Ulverston Road, S41 8EQ. To book: sam@medleys.dance
CHESTERFIELD GARLAND DANCERS: Methodist Church Hall, Jawbones Hill, Derby Road, S40 2TN from 7:30 to 9:30pm Tue. E: enquiry@ chesterfieldgarland.org.uk
JAZZ JAM CHESTERFIELD: Second
Tuesday of every month (except August) 7:30pm, Lockoford Inn, Lockoford Lane S41 0TQ. All abilities welcome and free.
ROCK CHOIR: St. John’s Walton, Wed 11am & Whittington Moor Methodist Church, Mon 7:30pm. rockchoir.co.uk
HOLYMOORSIDE TRAINING BAND: Calling all brass and percussion players, new & old. Rehearsals Wed 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 Wed 6 to 9pm & Sat 11am to 1:30pm. T: Laura to book 07714 223722.
THE BRAMPTON SESSIONS: Rich musical traditions. Live, acoustic music sessions featuring local musicians. First Weds, 7:30pm St Thomas Centre S40 3AW. £6 FB: Brampton Sessions or M: 07739 084478
THE SQUEAKY WHISTLESTICKS: Recorder group - all abilities welcome. 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 6:30 to 8pm @St Leonard's Mission, Spital. T: 01246 563224.
FREEVOICES COMMUNITY CHOIR: The Friends Meeting House, 27 Ashgate Road. Wed 7:30 to 9:15pm. £5. Term time. Contact free.voices@yahoo.co.uk or T: 01246 237937.
HONEY BELLES LADIES CHOIR: St John’s Church, Walton Back Lane Wed 8pm. Available for events. E: honeybelleschoir@gmail.com
MUSIC RECITALS: Thu 24 April to Thu 6 Nov. The Parish Church/Crooked Spire 12:15 to 1pm. Free entry.
CHESTERFIELD PHILHARMONIC CHOIR
REHEARSAL: Thu 7:15 to 9:30pm at Central Methodist Church in Chesterfield. E: publicity@chestphilchoir.org.uk
ROSE CHOIR: We sing every genre of music and welcome all abilities. Chesterfield Studios from 7:30 to 9:30pm Thu. 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.
HOLYMOORSIDE CHORAL SOCIETY: Friendly choir meets in Holymoorside URC Thu 7:30 to 9:30pm. MD Andrew Marples. New singers always welcome. No audition. Call 07989 305577 E: holymoorsidechoral.co.uk
CHESTERFIELD JAZZ CLUB: Third Thursday. 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.
CHESTERFIELD CO-OP CHOIR Friendly SATB choir welcomes new singers. Fri 7:30 to 9.30pm, Chesterfield Studios. www.chesterfieldchoir.com
SOCIETIES & CLUBS
READING GROUP: Mon 10:30am for an hour in The Hub, Low Pavement. Read short stories and poetry. james@dva.org. uk or 07743 514934.
TREFOIL GUILD: Guiding for adults. Meets 3rd Wednesday from 7 to 9pm in Guide HQ, St Margaret’s Drive S40 4SY. M: 07850 063910
Regular Events
NEWBOLD WOMEN'S GROUP:
A friendly group which meets from 7 to 9pm on the 1st Wed, in the Parish Room to the rear of St John's Church, St John's Road, Newbold, S41 8PE. Speakers, excursion and meals out. £3 including refreshments. Visitors very welcome. T: 01246 450407.
WALTON WOMEN'S INSTITUTE: Come and join us. 4th Wed at St John's Church, Walton Back Lane 2pm. Jan to November. T: 07941 917415.
CHESTERFIELD MORNING
TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILD: Thu 10am to midday @Grace Chapel, 89 Market Place S40 1PH. Speakers,lunch club, quizzes, excursions. New members welcome. T: 01246 207496
BARLOW NEWBOLD & DISTRICT
WOMEN'S INSTITUTE: A friendly group of ladies, 3rd Thu from 3:30 to 5.30pm. Loundsley Green Community Centre, Cuttholme Road S40 4QU. Guests welcome. T: 07531 197324.
HOLYMOORSIDE LADIES CLUB: 7:30pm Thu (term time) @ the village hall S42 7DX. Speakers & activities. £3 incl refreshments. Visitors & new members welcome (no fee).
CHESTERFIELD CO-OPERATIVE CHORAL SOCIETY: Fri 7:30 to 9.30pm. chesterfieldchoir.com
CHESTERFIELD INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED MOTORISTS (IAM RoadSmart): Monthly first Sun & following Sat. 9:30am @Batch House, Glass Yard, Sheffield Rd (opposite football ground), Chesterfield S41 8JY. Guidance sessions for IAM associates, info & free taster sessions. T: 01246 488750.
SPORT & GAMES
CHESTERFIELD BOWLING CLUB:
Mon 6 to 8:30pm @New Beetwell St. Equipment provided, friendly atmosphere, beginners or experienced. New members welcome. T: 07813 365560.
CHESTERFIELD GAMES SOCIETY:
Mon 7 to 10pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Also every 2nd & 4th Wed 7 to 10pm. T: 01246 209433 for info.
BADMINTON CLUB OUTWOOD
ACADEMY Mon evening 7:30 to 9:30pm. E: chrisf546@gmail.com
WHIST @HOLYMOORSIDE: Tue 2 to 4:30pm @Holymoorside Village Hall, 42 Holymoor Road S42 7DX. Sessions £3. T: 07469 208262.
AIKIDO MARTIAL ARTS: Tue 7 to 8pm & Thu 7 to 8pm @Parish Centre Stonegravels, 91 Sheffield Rd, S41 7JH. Call Mike 07939 336562 or E: mikeuk1007@yahoo.co.uk
TERMINUS BOWLING CLUB: Opposite Brookfield School, a hidden gem, friendly social crown green bowling and competitions. Taster days. No experience necessary. Wednesday mornings, all equipment provided, refreshments available. Call Penny 01246 566519.
BOWLS AT WALTON DAM: Come along to Robinson Bowls Club any Thu 10am to 12pm, for our beginner’s sessions. Refreshments & bowls provided. Call 07967 262 856 or E: robinsonbowls@ outlook.com
HOLY TRINITY BADMINTON GROUP: Thu 1 to 3pm @The Parish Centre Stonegravels. Email Bernard for info & to book E: bernardandjean@hotmail.co.uk
CHESTERFIELD CHESS CLUB: Thu nights 7:30pm @The Red Lion, 54A Church St, Brimington S43 1JG. We welcome players of all abilities, play a friendly game of chess, or play in matches. Contact: 01246 568052 or E: dmlatham59@gmail.com
BOARD GAMES CLUB: For neurodiverse people Fri 5:30 to 7pm. An accessible event. Fortnightly at Monkey Park Cafe, Chester St, S40 1DN monkeypark.org.uk
WHIST @GREAT LONGSTON: Fri 7pm to 9ish @Great Longstone Village Hall, Church Lane DE45 1TB. Sessions £3. For info T: 07469 208262.
REFUGEES FROM REALITY GAMES GROUP: Friday: 7:30 to 10:30pm @ The Parish Centre Stonegravels. E: refugeesfromreality.co.uk
WHIST @WALTON: Sat 7 to 9:30pm @ Walton Village Hall, Walton Back Lane S42 7LT. Sessions £3. For info T: 07469 208262.
WHIST @HOLYMOORSIDE: Sun 7pm to 9ish @Holymoorside Village Hall, 42 Holymoor Road S42 7DX. 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday. Sessions £3. For info T: 07469 208262.
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
HOLYMOORSIDE TENNIS CLUB: Social tennis. Sun 10am to midday, Tue 10am to midday & Thu 2 to 4pm. Pay & play £3 pp. or Membership £80 PA. Coaching available. Just turn up or email holymoorsidetennisclub@googlegroups. com
BOWLS IN HOLYMOORSIDE: Fancy a try at crown green bowling? Come along on a Friday morning to our green down by the river in Holymoorside, parking next to the green. Have a look, use our equipment to have a go, or just come for a chat, a cup of tea or coffee and biscuits. Fridays between 10am and midday. T: 07804 250533 for details.
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Wooden House: £120 ono
Wooden house, wired for lighting inc. transformer. Bathroom, kitchen furniture inc. plus stairs. Ideal Christmas gift.
T: 07836 516141(Walton)
Corner Cupboard: £75 ono
Solid mahogany bow fronted wall mount cupboard.
Georgian style with 1 shelf, superb craftsmanship with 3/4 inch solid mahogany front, 26 inch height. Slight scratches on top but would polish out. T: 07787 436523 (Holme Hall)
Torque Wrench: £30
Britool EVT600A Torque Wrench 12-68 Nm/10-50fbft. Condition virtually as new.
T: 01246 230315 (Ashgate)
Mountain Bike: £70
Carrera Luna Junior Mountain
Bike 24 inch wheel disc brake.
T: 0788 4580000 (Walton)
Ladies Road Bike: £200
Scott Contessa ladies road bike excellent condition carbon forks aluminium 49cm frame. Hardly used.
T: 0788 4580000 (Walton)
Pilates Equipment: £18
Maximo padded mat; Pilates (mad) 9” ball; Plus Pilates resistance band. Light use, vgc. Plus new Yoga mat.
T: 07772 235306 (Somersall)
Repose Relief Cushion & Pump: £25
Pressure relief cushion & pump. Spare so rarely used, in A1 condition. Advised to buy by NHS O.T. Cost over £100. All funds to Blythe House Hospice. T: 0759 7598643
Traditional Wooden Play Farm: £15
Great Christmas present. With four buildings, farm house, barns etc. On a painted base 24” x18”. Plus a large selection of farm animals.
T: 0759 8361740 (Brookside)
Internal Door: £20
Half glazed, white. 197 x 68cm (77.5 x 26.75in) Complete with brass handles and hinges.
T: 07833 515909 (Walton)
Aquarium Heater: £6
Submersible, 25 watts. Still boxed, unused, 2-6 gallon capacity.
T: 07833 515909 (Walton)
Coffee Machine: £75
DeLonghi Magnifica bean to cup coffee machine in perfect condition. Cost £299.
T: 0754 8528179
Lapierre Zesty 414: £395
Perfect for a young mountain biker. Fox front & rear suspension, XT 10 speed drive chain, Avid brakes, 26" Mavic wheels. Medium frame. New tyres, wheel bearings, disc rotas, bottom bracket & chain ring. Ridden but maintained well and plenty of miles and smiles left.
Various: Cast iron, art deco, fire surround, mantle 9" x 42.5" x 49.5" high £120 ono; Vintage glass carbouy/terrarium 17" dia. 21" tall £50 ono; Playmobil sets - Viking fort, Jailbreak, Wigwam, Stagecoach, DHL van, Forklift, Sports car, plus figures & accessories - £Call
T: 07918 730861 (Ashgate)
Tent & Hook Up: 1 Eurohike
6 berth tent with ground sheet, carpet & corner storage unit £150 ono; Electric hook-up cable & socket box £20 ono. Both items only used 3 times.
T: 07917 355305 (Walton)
Adverts for items (and groups of items) under £200 are free. *Adverts for items and groups of items over £200 are £5 which we donate to Ashgate Hospice. To include a small picture, this is also a £5 donation. E: paul@s40local.co.uk T: 07764 801080
November in the Garden
Words & images: Transition Chesterfield & Inspire Community Garden
While much of the garden is winding down, November still offers a surprising number of jobs. As always, the key is to work with the rhythms of nature, not against them.
If you’re still surrounded by apple windfalls after this year’s bumper crop, don’t let them go to waste. Bruised or slightly damaged fruit can be chopped and frozen, stewed, or juiced. Local wildlife will also thank you: leave a few apples in a quiet corner as a food source for birds, hedgehogs and late wasps. Avoid leaving large piles on lawns, where they can cause damage and attract rot.
Rake leaves off lawns, paths, and beds to prevent smothering plants or creating slips. Bagged leaves (with a few holes punched in) or a simple chicken-wire leaf mould bin will turn them into rich, peat-free mulch by next autumn. It’s a great soil conditioner.
Resist the urge to cut everything down. Leaving seedheads and hollow stems provides vital winter shelter for insects and food for birds. Ornamental grasses, teasels, and seedheads like echinacea or rudbeckia are also beautiful on a frosty morning. If veg beds are empty, sow green manures like field beans or phacelia to cover the ground and add nutrients. Alternatively, mulch bare patches with compost, woodchip, or cardboard to suppress weeds and support soil life through winter.
Roses and soft fruit bushes can be pruned once dormant, removing any dead, damaged or crossing branches to improve airflow. Apple and pear trees can also be pruned now – but don’t be too harsh if yours are still recovering from a heavy fruiting year.
Tulip bulbs are best planted after the first cold snap to reduce the risk of fungal disease. Choose peat-free bulbs from UK growers where possible, and plant them deep (around 20cm), ideally in small groups for a more natural look.
You can still sow broad beans and hardy peas for a head-start next spring. Brassicas may need protection from pigeons using netting or fleece. Meanwhile, herbs like parsley and chives can be potted up and brought indoors for winter picking.
November’s quieter pace is a good time to reflect on what went well this year, make notes, and browse seed catalogues. Order early if you want heritage or organic varieties –they often sell out fast.
And don’t forget, Transition Chesterfield’s Potato Day will be on Saturday 31 January 2026, and pre-orders are open until 14 November at www. transitionchesterfield.org.uk. Dozens of varieties of seed potato, sold by the tuber so you can try a mix. Onion sets, garlic, shallots, peas and beans are also available – all ideal for early spring planting. For growing advice and inspiration, visit Inspire Community Garden on Sunday mornings, Wednesday afternoon or Thursday evenings.
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Send in your completed crossword to reach us by 14 November 2025 to S40 Local, 34 Westbrook Drive, Chesterfield S40 3PQ or take a photo/scan it to paul@s40local.co.uk Across
1. Roman town buried by Vesuvius in A.D. 79 (7)
4. Relating to an obscure form of writing by symbols (5)
7. Hard wearing fabric worn by Lenin (5)
9. Well-behaved and well-organised (7)
10. Gave up on the amount produced (7)
11. India’s first Prime Minister in 1947 (5)
12. Forever hearing of a full range of routes (6)
13. Tie lad to sort out specification (6)
17. Town in Northwest Turkey, once capital of Ottoman Empire (5)
19. Stage opportunity for comfortable space (7)
20. One who has retained his title on an honorary basis (7)
21. She is seen amongst heathers and heaths (5)
22. Series of armour plates for the middle of the body (5)
23. Liverpool legend and former England captain (7) Down
1. Roman city in Syrian desert with (once) famous ruins (7)
2. Beets used mainly for cattle fodder (13)
3. Heroine of medieval legend associated with Tristan (6)
4. French sculptor of The Thinker (5)
5. American tobaccogrowing state with capital of Raleigh (5,8)
6. South American rodent valued for its fur (5)
8. Consenting character of Enid Blyton’s children’s tales (5)
14. Majestic bird not quite an albatross (5)
15. Chelsea record goal scorer and former England player (7)
16. Unknown in throw in the air (6)
17. Northwest French port highlighted in macabre stories (5)
18. Celia was confused in a town like this (5)
Congratulations to Clare from Newbold winner of the last crossword.
SPOOKY SEASON MODE
Love the magic of Christmas lights?
26 November to 31 December
Wollaton Park
Nottingham
Then you’re going to love the Winter Light Trail at Wollaton Park, Nottingham.
Winter light trail will be bringing their illuminated trail to nottinghamshire’s wollaton hall for the very first time, with never seen before installations on almost a mile long trail, making it an unforgettable evening for the whole family. The brand-new trail will be open from 26th November - 31st December, and will be the ultimate festive experience, for the whole family.
Wander through the illuminated gardens and discover enchanting surprises at every turn. With plenty of photo opportunities and immersive features designed to delight visitors of all ages, it’s the perfect setting for making unforgettable memories.
Pause at the pit stop to warm up by the fire, toast marshmallows, and sip mulled wine or hot chocolate. Savour delicious food from local independent vendors. Want to end the evening in style? Purchase a slot in an Alpine-inspired private chalet with 8-10 for your favourite people!
Courtesy of Maria at MP Promotions we have a family ticket (2 adults & 2 children) to give away to a lucky reader.
Please get your details or forms to arrive with us by close of play Friday 14 November. As always, a huge thanks to Maria at MP Promotions for supplying the tickets to giveaway.
You will need to make your own way to the venue. Tickets are available to purchase from the website below from £50. www.winterlighttrail.co.uk
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