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As summer rapidly approaches we have some great ideas for the home and outdoor activities.

Vicky presents some stylish ideas for enjoying a relaxing summer at home.

Brian Spencer takes a trip back in time with a visit to the Beamish Museum, he also takes a wander around Lyme Park on the Derbyshire border.

Why not have a day out and enjoy a walk around Crich. Or you could take the opportunity to go into Derby City centre and work out where Max Craven’s Lost House is.

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A signpost off the A693 points the way to the Beamish Living Museum of the North, a recreation of northern industrial life as it was around the turn of the twentieth century. The minor road leads past the Shepherd and Shepherdess, a Georgian public house with two romantically styled figures for its inn sign. Beyond the pub the way to the museum is beneath the massive frame of a forge hammer.

With check-in formalities over, we climbed aboard a 1930’s tramcar on loan, we were pleased to note, from Crich Tramway Museum. Running round the perimeter of the site it is possible to hop on and hop off whenever something takes your fancy; we travelled as far as Town Street, the museum’s pride and joy; a collection of houses and businesses that were moved lock stock and barrel from their original sites throughout the

North East. On the right as you descend from the tram is a co-op store that once supplied the needs of folk living at nearby Annfield Plain. This was the hey-day of co-operatives, when stores sold everything from drapery and miners’ tools (as they were not provided by colliery owners) to groceries and for modern tastes, a sweetshop offering delights made behind the shop. Not necessarily the cheapest stores, co-ops did have the advantage of selling fair quality and of course, they paid a dividend at the end of the year.

Standing next to the co-op is a typical town garage which was basically an improved blacksmith’s shop, catering for every form of mobility from bicycles to early motor cars. Petrol was dispensed from two-gallon cans and repairs were made on the spot. Across the road is a fine row of Victorian houses; called Ravensworth Terrace which came from Bensham in Gateshead. These were fashionable houses in their day, occupied by professionals such as the music teacher who lived and taught in the parlour of number 2. Fully furnished like all the others

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in the row in the ornate over heavy fashion of the time, it stands next door to a solicitor’s office. This was where J & R S Watson had their practice in the early 1900s. Nothing like a modern office, it is positively Dickensian, without typewriters, duplicators or even a telephone, documents on the senior partner’s desk are tied in pink ribbon.

Fear of visiting the dentist dates back to the time when dentists were little more than tooth-pullers with many holding only the barest of qualifications. A dentist lived at 3 Ravensworth Terrace and it shows how things have improved more recently. Anaesthetics were unreliable and oil of cloves was often the only means of combating pain. The dentist operated and lived under the one roof; his surgery was in a tiny room on the first floor and looks more like a torture chamber, with its cast-iron chair and foot operated drill. His technician made false teeth in another room, away from the family quarters. Here there is an indoor toilet and bathroom, very much an up to date addition in its day and the nursery is cheerfully set out with children’s toys.

The Sun Inn, originally from High Bondgate in Bishop Auckland is still fully licensed and dispensing ale as it has done since the 1860s. Next door to it is a still functioning printer’s shop with the town stables to its rear. The imposing structure of a bank stands securely next to where the mysteries of the former Sunderland Masonic lodge are laid bare.

We found it easier to walk rather than chance missing something by hopping on and off the tram. From the park with its traditional bandstand at the end of Town Street, Rowley Station stands at the end of a short track where an early 20th century train chugs to and fro. Steam was very much in evidence on our visit for not only was there the nostalgia of a

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Main picture: Hot Cross Buns made on the coal range.

Top left: Dentist’s Surgery. “This won’t hurt a bit sir…”

Top right: Annfield Plain Co-operative.

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Bottom: Public transport in Town Street (on loan from Crich Tramway Museum).

steam train, but next to it was a roundabout of galloping horses driven by a steam engine. This early method of propulsion was echoed by dozens of steam traction engines and lorries happily filled the air with their smoke as they trundled slowly around the site. A slight rise made its way to Home Farm; a ‘model farm’ in its day, it is still run, albeit on a smaller scale, as it did when the estate was owned by the Eden and Shafto families. Sir Anthony Eden, who followed Sir Winston Churchill as Prime Minister in the post war government, was a descendant of that family and the most memorable was Bonnie Bobbie Shafto as commemorated in the Geordie ditty of that name.

Slightly below the farm and across the access road, a group of single-storied terrace cottages, the schoolhouse, a Methodist Chapel and pit-head machinery are the true to life replicas of those found in a typical Durham mining village at the turn of the 20th century. While the pit-head gear has come from outside the immediate area, the drift mine close to the centre of the village is authentic. It was first opened in 1855 and temporarily reopened in 1921 to serve Beamish Chophill Colliery. Enough of the mine is accessible to let visitors appreciate working conditions in the damp, dirty, confined space. Dating from

the 1860s, the row of pit cottages came from Francis Street, Hetton-le-Hole in County Durham. Housing and coal were provided free as part of a miner’s wages, creating a close-knit community of mutually dependent families linked by the ever present danger of work underground. The cottages are furnished as though it were 1913 when miners’ wages were comparatively high and as a result they could afford to buy expensive furniture. Flush toilets were something only dreamed about and the cottage backyards incorporated ‘netties’ or earth closets, which were emptied by nightsoil men once a week. Water for drinking and general purposes came from a stand pipe, one for every six houses. Pitmen were keen gardeners and pigeon fanciers; each cottage garden grows the sort of vegetables you might have seen a hundred years ago, but rarely if at all can the leeks manage to compete with the hotly contested monsters still grown on local allotments. Most miners and their families were devoutly religious and 2 Francis Street is furnished as though a Methodist family lived there, while the family at number 3 was Catholic. In sparsely furnished number 4 the widow of a miner killed underground has to bring up her family on a pittance until her sons are old enough to draw adult wages by working underground.

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The cottages in Pit Village manage to have a lived-in feel about them, from the galvanised tin baths hanging on outside walls, to the mouth watering smell of baking taking place at 3 Francis Street. Pitmen always bathed in front of the black-leaded kitchen range, but some of them refused to wash their backs, believing it would weaken them. Despite the queue outside Davy’s Fried Fish Shop everyone agreed that this was an authentic fish supper; cooked in beef dripping rather than tasteless vegetable oil, far removed from the list of healthy options, the chips were crisp on the outside and fluffy inside and the batter surrounding the cod a few hours from the sea was – well try it yourself! Cooked in a coal-burning range, the massive portions were wrapped not quite in newsprint, but in a very close imitation.

A belt of Scots Pines separates Pit Village from Pockerley, where an agricultural landscape has been recreated as it would have been in the early 19th century. Animals typical of the time can be seen grazing on the unenclosed fields. No black and white Friesians as of today, but Durham Shorthorn cattle, Teeswater sheep and Cleveland Bay horses, once the mainstay of farm animals in the North East.

Steam was first used to move coal along waggonways from local collieries to ships waiting at staithes, jetties on nearby rivers. Despite severe competition, George Stephenson was the first to design and build a successful steam locomotive in 1815. A replica of his Locomotion No.1 now runs sedately along a track below Pockerley Old Hall.

The only ‘modern’ section of Beamish is the fascinating collection of items donated over the years. This is due to the policy of the first museum director, Frank Atkinson, whose motto was ‘if you offer it, we will collect it’. This might sound like the start of a huge pile of unwanted junk, but the policy captured the imagination of people throughout the region, lead-ing to a link between the museum and the local community.

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In 1635, Derby was in a bit of a stir. King Charles I was on his way to the town following some long, hard negotiations with the Scots at Ripon. He would be staying overnight in the town and the burgesses who comprised the Corporation and the two annually elected Bailiffs saw an opportunity. It was well known that the King was keen to raise money for he had been governing without Parliament for almost six years so was on the look-out for opportunities to replenish the treasury. The burgesses on the other hand wanted some concessions too. The town’s charter, although technically renewed with the accession of every monarch, needed drastic updating and streamlining to make the running of Derby smoother. Here was an opportunity for a classic trade.

The following passage from the town annals tells us roughly what happened next:‘1635. Charles I was at Derby and slept at the great room in the Market Place. The Corporation gave the Earl of Newcastle, for the King, a fat ox, a calf, six fat sheep and a purse of gold, to enable him to keep hospitality; that is, invite them to dinner…’Thus we learn that the host was William Cavendish, 1st Earl of Newcastle and Lord Lieutenant of the county and that not only did the burgesses of the Corporation supply most of the refreshments, but also gave the Duke gold as an inducement. That the gold would have been passed on to the King prior to the grand supper is

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not in doubt. By the time the king had resumed his journey to London the next day, he had a substantial addition to the treasury and the burgesses had a new charter.

The charter bestowed upon the town a number of new revenue-raising possibilities and strengthened the role of the Corporation in its legal function. Most memorably, it abolished the two bailiffs and replaced them with a single mayor and created the bench of aldermen, which survived until the messy and useless local government reforms instigated by Messrs Heath and Walker in 1974. Finally, the charter, renewed in 1682, appointed the King’s host, Lord Newcastle, as hereditary High Steward of the Borough, a post which passed by remainder to his Devonshire cousins and also lasted until 1974.

What we are not told is the whereabouts of the house in which Lord Newcastle gave this lavish entertainment – the house which contained this ‘Great Room on the Market Place’, a venue referred to at various other points in the history of the Borough. Indeed, we must be one of the few provincial towns – I speak of a time long before we were a city – which could boast no less than two grand ducal town houses: one for the Duke of Devonshire in Corn Market, still partly standing and one for his kinsman the Duke of Newcastle.

Newcastle, a grandson of Bess of Hardwick, was a grandee who also owned Bolsover Castle, Welbeck in Nottinghamshire, Ogle Castle in Northumberland and Slingsby in Yorkshire, the latter built for his scientist brother and now a pathetic ruin. As a courtier, he also had a town house in London, which sadly failed to survive. After the Restoration he built his Nottingham town house, using the remains of the slighted Castle, its renowned splendour destroyed when it was gutted by reform rioters in 1832. The family later donated the shell to the town and it was converted by T C Hine into a Museum.

In Derby, the Earl had no need to build, for he had inherited from his father a large brick Tudor house on the north side of Derby Market Place which was built either by Bess of Hardwick or by her fourth husband, George Talbot 5th Earl of Shrewsbury. Its true history was only fully

Right top:A 19th century drawing of the spectacular ceiling when complete. The escutcheons adjacent to the chimney breasts once bore the Cavendish arms: three silver caboshed bucks’ heads on a black

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Right bottom:The remains of the ‘Great Room’ ceiling in the

Assembly Rooms Darwin Suite [M Craven]


revealed when it was most regrettably demolished to make way for the City’s Assembly Rooms, now hors de combat

The land adjoining the streets of the town, from its foundation in the 10th century, was divided into long strips with short frontages, which were rented out to the town’s free traders or burgesses in return for services and money. Medieval houses therefore were built with their narrow end to the road, where a shop was built and their long sides at right angles with an access up one side of the plot. Look at any old map of the town and you will see their fossilised boundaries.

Later, as the Corporation got poorer and the tradesmen richer, these plots were sold as freeholds and landed gentlemen along with the most opulent merchants bought up adjoining plots so that they could build fashionable houses with their long side to the street and eschew the shop element completely.

So it was with what (by 1635) was

called Newcastle House. In the 15th century, one of the three burgage plots on which it was subsequently erected was occupied by a fairly substantial merchant’s house, timber framed, three storeys high and L-shaped. When in the 1570s or thereabouts Lord Shrewsbury (or his building-obsessed wife, Bess) built a town house to enable their attendance at functions in Derby, this plot was amalgamated with two adjacent ones and the house built, incorporating the late Medieval house at its NE rear angle, probably to act as service accommodation. Its existence is attested by a number of letters written from Derby by Lord Shrewsbury in the 1580s.

What this house then looked like can only be guessed at. In 1971, during demolition, it was noticed that the bricks of the building were certainly Tudor. Presumably it was three stories high, six bays of mullioned and transomed windows set between decorative brick string courses, with attic gables to the street front. The main rooms, as usual with prestige

Tudor houses would have been on the first floor, attested by the enhanced ceiling height still discernable in the building’s declining years. The great room, we know from its partial survival to 1971, stretched the whole 38ft width of the building on the first floor and was 16ft wide. The architect might even have been the renowned Robert Smythson, who designed Bess’s houses, Hardwick Hall, Oldcotes and Blackwall not to mention her tomb in the Cathedral, and who had been the architect of Wollaton, Worksop and Longleat.

During the Civil War the Earl backed the King who was a personal friend, went into exile with Charles II and lost a large part of his estates and fortune in consequence, receiving a marquessate for his pains for, after all, the impoverished king could bestow peerages at no cost to himself. At the Restoration, the new Marquess of Newcastle was in debt and was forced to let his Derby house to the locally born upper class doctor, Sir John Shore (an ancestor of Indian nabob, Lord Teignmouth), who paid tax on a

Left top: The rear passage showing part of the Tudor House. [the late R G Hughes]Left bottom: The Tudor House exposed by demolition, 1971. [the late R G Hughes]Above: The ‘Great Room’ after sub-division, the central oval being visible, left. The Jacobean panelling was moved from elsewhere in the house to cover the new wall and hide the scars of division.[Derby Museums Trust ]


whopping 18 hearths in 1670.

Newcastle had received some of his estates back at the Restoration, but not all and was compensated for this by Charles II raising him to a dukedom which was also in recognition of his loyalty during the exile. He was in consequence known as the ‘Loyall Duke of Newcastle’.

With his losses and debts under control by the 1680s, the new Duke was embellishing his country seat, Bolsover and building Nottingham Castle. At Derby he already had a town house, and resolved merely to up-date it. He removed the gables, substituting a parapet, balustrade and attic dormers, inserting classical-style windows which broke through the old string courses. The great room was re-panelled in cedar and acquired unusual stencilled decoration, whilst the ceiling was decorated with lavish plasterwork in five recessed panels centered on a vast oval of fruit and leaves with the family armorials at the ends. This was much in the style of two stuccadori and carvers of national standing, Edward Goudge and Edward Pearce (then working at Sudbury), who might well have been involved, especially if the Duke used the same architect as at Newcastle and Bolsover to re-front the building, Samuel Marsh. By 1741, the house had descended through the Holles, Harley and Cavendish-Bentinck families, although somewhere along the line it had ceased to be used as the family’s town house. The hereditary high stewardship and Lord Lieutenancy passed after 1691 to the Cavendish Dukes of Devonshire, whilst the later inheritors of Newcastle’s estates re-focused on Nottingham. Thus the house was probably let. In 1745 it was the home of Alderman and ex-Mayor Joshua Smith, a rich apothecary with whom Bonnie Prince Charlie’s general John Gordon of Glenbuchat (1675-1750) lodged 4th- 6th December 1745.

Later it was the printing works of Richardson & Handford who went bust in 1826, although the freehold remained with Joseph Handford. He was foreclosed on by the banker Archer Swinburne in 1838 and it was sold to Alderman John Sandars a grocer, two years later, being

subdivided (to the detriment of part of the ceiling of the Great Room, which became two, losing 2/5ths of itself in the process) and shop-fronted, moving into the twentieth century as Kay’s shop by which time it had lost its dormers and later the balustrade went too.

It survived, listed grade II as a much mangled remnant, until pulled down for the erection of the present Assembly Rooms in 1971, but was unrecognised to the last. When the building was being demolished it was not fully recorded photographically nor by note nor measurement (as the Council were theoretically obliged to do). Yet it became clear that the shell

was indeed Tudor, two light mullioned windows appearing in the rear upper fabric.

The 15th century timber framed merchant’s house, left to its rear as a service wing, was rescued by the Museum and partly re-erected in Old Blacksmith’s Yard, but was emasculated by the planners. The grand ceiling (or what remained of it) was put up in the Darwin Suite of the new Assembly Rooms.

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The Bassanos were one of the most artistically gifted families ever to settle in Derbyshire. They originated in Bassano del Grappa in the Veneto and first came to notice in the late 15th century as musicians in the Serene Republic of Venice, playing in the Doge’s band. During Henry VIII’s reign two of the brothers came to London to be court musicians and three further generations of them helped entertain Queens Mary and Elizabeth and Kings Edward VI, James I and Charles I before members of the family moved to Lichfield as Vicar Choral at the Cathedral. They were even granted a coat-of-arms.

The Civil War killed music in most forms, and this Puritan-inspired effect drove the family to Derby. Here they produced younger son, Christopher Bassano who became a painter (like two of his Italian namesakes in the 16th and 17th centuries) specialising in funeral hatchments (there are three in the Cathedral), heraldic coach panels, apart from workaday portraits and the spectacular painted ceiling at the Franceys’ family house on the south-west corner of the Market Place, which was destroyed in 1936 (apart from a dual portrait of Mr & Mrs Franceys from it, now in the Museum’s collection). Even his account book survives in the Local Studies Library. His great niece became the model for Joseph Wright’s painting, Maria and her Dog Silvio, and in the 19th century the family produced an operatic diva of some renown, Louisa Bassano.

Later in that century, however, came George Henry Bassano (1840-1913). He was a member of a younger branch of the family and was apprenticed to a whitesmith - a worker in non-ferrous metals - and it’s as a whitesmith that he is first listed in a Derby Directory in 1863. Yet within five years he was listed again, this time as an electrical engineer. Clearly his skills had evolved to keep abreast of technical advances, so much

so indeed that within a decade or so he was a manufacturing electrician, working with his sons Francis and Harry as Bassano & Sons.

George was very early in the field of telephone development, losing a court case to Edison Bell over the patent of a diaphragm he had invented. He also made coils and automatic signalling equipment for the railways and produced a line of Wheatstone Bridges. He also wrote Electricity in the Service of Man: a Popular and Practical Treatise on the Applications of Electricity in Modern Life (1890), as well as several works on natural history, for he was a keen fisherman and lepidopterist..

The works were in Back Parker Street, Derby, and the family lived ‘round the corner’ in Parker Street in the West End. Later they moved to 23 Lodge Lane and the works to 155 Bridge Street.

The firm’s most notable achievement was musical, almost as the family tradition might have dictated. George in the early 1900s invented the Bassanophone, a gramophone built to the very highest specifications. It was one of the most successful and advanced reproducers of its day and used a metal sound box built in to its cabinet rather than an unwieldy horn, the quality of the patent ‘soundbox’ and the diaphragm ensuring much superior sound. The exquisitely engineered Swiss movement ensured smooth running and it would play 12” records (about 50 minutes) with one 50 second wind, which was something of a marvel in those days. It also had a patent auto-stopper, so that once a record was played, instead of the needle revolving scratchily around the run-off until someone raised it, it would stop immediately of its own accord.

The Bassanophone came out in 1908 and large machines in beautifully crafted Spanish Mahogany cabinets on cabriole legs - the No. 1 Model - retailed at no less than 50 guineas (£52.50 in today’s money), whilst the so-called Miniature Bassanophone, set in a squat rectangular cabinet on straight legs cost £16 in inlaid mahogany and £15 in fumed oak.

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George Henry’s other electrical gadgets are also out there in limited numbers. If that sort of thing interests you, always check the manufacturer. If it is G H Bassano or Bassano & Sons then it might be a good investment, especially if the vendor is not familiar with the firm and its history and the price is not therefore marked up on grounds or rarity.

Frank used to travel up to London to liaise with their London agent Alfred Hayes of New Bond Street, the journey then taking 3 hours by Midland Railway. When George died in February 1913, the sons took over, issuing a fresh catalogue for 1914 and introducing Model No. 3, also a tall cabinet model with a triple spring polished and plated movement, solid brass tone-arm and bracket and improved autostop. It was a Rolls amongst gramophones, priced accordingly but they still sold well.

Unfortunately, when the war broke out the

brothers closed the firm down and grandson Francis Henry joined the RNAS. Both Frank and Francis Henry eventually worked for Rolls-Royce after the end of hostilities and following a period of unemployment.

But the future developments in sound reproduction, whilst they would have spurred George Henry into further innovative developments, did not have the same hold over his family and the firm was never revived. Consequently, because the Bassanophone was entirely hand made, production was never high and numbers surviving must be fairly low.

But to the collector, this is an additional incentive to find examples of this unique Derby made instrument.

I would like to acknowledge the help given in writing this article by Michael Bassano and for his kindness in sending pictures from the catalogues.

Above: A cabinet model No.1 Bassanophone

from the 1910 catalogue. [Michael Bassano]

Left: A Miniature Bassanophone, as

purchased by Derby Museum 1995.

[M Craven]

Below left: The playing deck of the

Bassanophone. [M Craven]

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I will leave you to sort out which is which next time you look over a landscape. It is from these landscapes that we gain so much pleasure, there are no ‘scripts’ to read, just ‘happenings’ as time moves on. Sometimes, I am stopped in tracks when I work out that it was sixty-eight years since an uncle took me for a ‘toddle’ through pasture-land with flowers and other plants nodding above my head. How many of these pastures and meadows exist today; perhaps two in every hundred? Skylarks sang above them, swifts, swallows and nightjars swooped low over them, the corncrake ‘craked’ throughout the night, barn owls quartered them, kestrels hovered above, certain of getting a meal, the hay from these fields was sweet and nourishing, the mowing done when plants had successfully seeded so that next year’s crops were safeguarded. The scents of those far-off summers filled the cowsheds every time more fodder was cut from the stacks and carried into the cattle in heavy slabs. How many rabbit pies, jugged hares, mushrooms, wood pigeons, partridges and pheasants helped us to live like lords when we were so poor; our lives were so rich but we had little money. An old lady was a fount of herbal remedies, all her ingredients gathered from the fields and hedgerows.

The strange thing is I couldn’t see any meadowland as I looked out, only fields of oilseed rape, barley, winter wheat and sugar beet. Hedgerows are trimmed in winter; in essence I was looking over a huge outdoor factory, its output leaving for destinations far and wide. However, it is from these fields, hedgerows and copses, streams and tracks that we hear the yaffling of the green woodpeckers, the song of the skylark, the melody of the willow warblers’ songs, the cooing of collared doves and woodpigeons, the incessant ‘chiff chaff chiff chaff’

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I chose to follow the tramlines through the winter wheat, now full of promise, down to the stream. It is this that encourages the kingfishers, the pair of little egrets, grey herons, dragonflies and other creatures using its often hidden course between the fields, through the woods and alongside the hedgerows. The tracks of roe deer and badgers were visible along the way, much of this activity taking place at night.

As in many places, streams are visible boundaries between fields, farms and parishes and this one is no different. Its banks are havens for many different plants, untouched by herbicides or fertilisers, all coming to the fore at different times of the year, one of my favourites being the metallic golden colour of celandines. At the end of the afternoon it dawned on me what a variety of wildlife lived in this area farmed so intensively. Headlands, belts of trees, streams and hedgerows, so many creatures concentrated in these habitats, trying to overcome the pressures they are under. Excuse me if I am repeating myself but wild creatures require so little from man other than territory with good food supplies and shelter that we have ‘stolen’ from them. Nature has been put under a lot of pressure and as soon as opportunities arise a whole range of creatures avail themselves of the things they need. Unfortunately, we far too often see the reverse side of the coin.

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Designed for the second year running by Edinburgh-based garden designer Becky Govier, who won a silver award at the Show last year, the garden is inspired by a vision of Castle Cary in Somerset, where Douglas Macmillan spent much of his life, growing the charity into the success it is today.

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Becky Govier, who has herself been affected by cancer, explained her vision and why Macmillan means so much to her. She said: “This year’s garden is highly thought provoking. We have been inspired by the spirit and ethos of Douglas Macmillan – he wanted advice and information to be provided to all people with cancer and for voluntary nurses to attend to patients in their own homes. These ideas remain at the heart of Macmillan’s work today and are evoked in design touches such as the vintage bicycle, like one that would have been used by the fi rst Macmillan nurses to visit patients and provide support to those in need.

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Shobna Gulati

“Then I went up in front of Victoria Wood and the rest is history!”


One of the reasons she left the long-running soap was to concentrate on comedy; April in Paris means she is working with one of the finest writers of his generation whose plays were almost incessantly performed in Derby two decades ago.

Shobna speaks extremely highly of Godber: “It’s quite funny meeting a man whose plays you’ve studied. He’s a legend. It’s brilliant working with him - he’s got real insight.

“And what’s amazing about him as a writer/director is that he lets you have a go. He’s actually acted in April in Paris, so you’ve got a situation where you’ve got a man who’s written it, acted it and is now directing you. You think that would be quite a controlled situation but it’s not – it’s a really open process. Without sounding corny, it’s really deep and it’s a really privileged position to be in.”

Shobna plays Bet while Joe McGann, best known for appearing in the TV series The Upper Hand in the 1990s, is her husband Al. Their marriage is going through difficulties and they wonder whether a trip to experience the romance of Paris will rekindle their relationship. So what appealed to Shobna about Bet?

“I’m going to be quite political here. If you look at me, you’ll define me by how you see me. A lot of people define me from my cultural background.

“What struck me about this play was the universality of it. As an actress of my cultural background, I’ve found it difficult over the years to

actually find a character like that where I can just play that human being in that situation somewhere on the M62 on the end terrace of the street that they live in.”

It is a veiled criticism of directors and producers who do not see her as being able to play certain roles. In fact Godber suggested Shobna for the part of Bet. He has completely rewritten the play, first staged in 1992, to suit Shobna and Joe McGann.

“John wrote it for himself and his wife initially. After he’d met us both he went away and rewrote it. It’s amazing what he’s done with it. It’s changed for our natural speaking rhythms as well as who we are as people.”

Shobna Gulati was born in Oldham, Lancashire in 1966 to parents of Hindu Indian descent. She always wanted to become an actor and found a slightly different route into the profession.

After obtaining a degree in Arabic and middle eastern politics from the University of Manchester she enrolled on a post-graduate course in dance in London. She added a diploma from Middlesex University which qualified her as a dance teacher. But acting was her first love.

“Because of my cultural background I had to do something academic. I wasn’t going to be a lawyer, a doctor or a dentist, much to my parents’ chagrin, though secretly I think my mum didn’t really mind at all.

“While I was at university in Manchester I did drama as a subsidiary. I just snuck it in at every available opportunity.

“My big break was when I was working at the Theatre Royal Stratford East. I went on stage and not only did I dance, I did little comedy interludes.

“An agent came to watch and she said ‘you’re a

Shobna Gulati

She has played the ditzy Anita in dinnerladies and downtrodden Sunita Alahan in Coronation Street – a role which left her suffering from depression as she struggled to cope with fame and financial problems. Now Shobna Gulati is taking on a new challenge: appearing in John Godber’s comedy April in Paris at Derby Theatre and on tour.

I had to do something academic. I wasn’t going to be a lawyer, a doctor or a dentist…

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fantastic dancer and really funny. That’s a talent and a gift, so let’s get you up in front of people.’ Then I went up in front of Victoria Wood and the rest is history!”

Shobna was watched by more than 12million people who tuned in to Dinner Ladies and recognised her talent for comedy. Even more viewers were to see a different sort of talent when she got the part of Sunita in Corrie.

For 12 years she played the unlucky-in-love shop girl who turned into a raunchy barmaid. “I didn’t really get much comedy in Coronation Street! I cried a lot and nearly died a lot and eventually was killed,” says Shobna who is one of the few actors who has appeared in both Corrie and EastEnders. So how did that come about?

“I’d gone for an audition for EastEnders on the Monday and Coronation Street on the Thursday. The following week my agent asked me to sit down and told me I’d got both jobs. That was a blessing – it doesn’t often happen. Of course in true Shobna style I said can I do both? That’s how I am. Before I finish one job I need to know I’ve got another in place. I can’t sit about - I find it really difficult to rest. Sometimes you have to rest because there’s no work. But I’ll always find something to do.”

Loose WomenAlmost 18 months ago Shobna revealed yet another talent: she became a television presenter on the lunchtime show Loose Women. Does the tour of April in Paris sit conveniently with her commitments to that programme?

“Yes, it does fit in with Loose Women because all the Loose Women have other jobs besides being loose!”

Everyone in the rehearsal room at Derby Theatre joins Shobna in fits of laughter.

“I got three (shows) in before I started April in Paris and I’ll probably work on Loose when we’re on a different leg of the journey, maybe when we’re down south. So I can do Loose in the morning and then come and do a play at night.

“Anything’s possible, and of course Loose finishes for the summer. It’s a very good job that way, Loose is – it’s very adaptable and flexible.”

That seems a good description of Shobna who has been a writer, choreographer and film producer as well as an actor and dancer.

She admits there will be a lot of pressure on her and Joe McGann because they are the only two actors in April in Paris.

“There has to be a lot of trust between us. There are no big speeches; basically he says something, I say something, he says something. There’s no let-up for the amount of time we’re on stage. And sometimes, though we’re talking

to each other, we’re not really talking to each other, if that makes sense. It is a very challenging process.”

Away from show business, Shobna has a passion for cooking – people can book her to cook curry in their home for 12 people. Starting price: £10,000. The money goes to her favourite charities including the Manchester United Foundation – she is an avid Reds’ fan – and two children’s hospices in the north of England.

So what’s next for Shobna after the tour of April in Paris? “I want to play Cleopatra – I’m old enough now, I’m nearly 50. You never know which producing house might say, ‘Shobna, come on, let’s do Antony and Cleopatra’. It doesn’t matter where!”

No doubt theatres will be queuing up to offer Shobna the part of the tragic Egyptian queen considered to be one of the most complex female roles penned by Shakespeare.

*April in Paris runs at Derby Theatre until 12 July.


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Lands on either side of the River Derwent between Whatstandwell and Ambergate are amongst the most natural sections of countryside along the valley. Shining Cliff Woods are to the west and to the east is Crich Chase, an ancient hunting ground, originally the preserve of Henry de Ferrers, who came over with William the Conqueror.

On this walk you will first follow the canal and then climb the steep hillside towards Crich. The village stands on a high exposed ridge stretching to its highest point at almost 1,000 feet above sea level and where a lighthouse commemorates the loss of 11,400 men from the Sherwood Foresters in two world wars. Below it the National Tramway Museum uses the space created by quarrying the underlying beds of limestone.

The walk starts in Whatstandwell and then follows the tranquil waters of the long abandoned Cromford Canal now colonised by a wide range of aquatic and birdlife. Almost reaching the point where the canal has been cut off by a gas processing plant, the route bears left and climbs steadily to a gritstone

ridge known locally as The Torrs. Probably the final outlier of Pennine Gritstone, the ridge shelters the southern part of Crich from the worst of winter’s winds. Dropping down to the onetime market place, the walk then makes its way through modern housing to reach footpaths leading steeply downhill to Crich Carr and so back to Whatstandwell.

Useful Information6½ miles (10.5km) of varied walking; first along the canal towpath and then a fairly steep climb through woodland towards the gritstone ridge overlooking Crich. The return leg is downhill through fields and past stone cottages. 525 ft (160m) climb. Muddy sections in woodland above the canal.Recommended map: Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 Explorer Map; White Peak Area – Buxton, Bakewell, Matlock and Dove Dale.Parking either at Whatstandwell station car park (pay), or on space beside the canal off the Whatstandwell to Crich road.Public transport: Derby/Matlock train to Whatstandwell, or frequent busses from Derby and Ripley.Refreshments: pubs and café in Crich and also at Whatstandwell.

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• From the unofficial canalside layby, follow the towpath under the road bridge and continue along it for a little over two miles.

Whatstandwell has hardly changed since Florence Nightingale on her return from the Crimea, left the northbound train at the tiny station and walked unannounced to her family home at Holloway.Cromford Canal once ran all the way to the Erewash Valley, but is now a National Nature Reserve. A haven for wildlife in particular it has one of the nation’s highest numbers of water voles.• About a quarter of a mile beyond the canalside line of

cottages (once the home of a farrier who looked after the horses pulling canal barges), look out for a plaque immediately before a stone bridge.

• Turn right away from the canal and then left along the side lane to cross the bridge.

• Bear left over a stile in the corner of a garden attached to a large stone cottage and follow a muddy path zig-zagging steeply uphill into woodland.

• At the top of the wood turn left and walk along what soon becomes an escarpment with extensive views over the Derwent Valley.

• As you come into sight of a couple of open fields on your right, look out for a stile on the right in the corner of a third field.

• Climb the stile and walk beside the boundary wall as far as a side road.

• Turn right along the road and follow it until it begins to descend through Chadwick Nick.

• Climb a short flight of steps sharply on your left and then continue along the top of the escarpment known as The Torrs.

There is a picnic table conveniently at the end of the ridge and a Millennium Commemoration plaque nearby. Crich comes into focus as you walk along the ridge. It seems to have developed piecemeal over the centuries, for the church dating as far back as the 12th century stands surrounded by old stone cottages well above the present village centre. Probably the reason for this apparent movement was due to the village later being host to a busy market that filled the more readily available space lower down the hill from the church and subsequent development simply grew around the market place.Scattered about the village you might find traces of several narrow gauge tramways built to carry stone from the quarried hillside to limekilns in Ambergate. George Stephenson the railway engineer is reputed to have built the tracks.• Go down into the old market place and turn left heading

towards modern houses. Go to the right at the road junction, along Coasthill.

• Look out for a side lane and follow it past a covered

reservoir, out into open fields.• Begin to go downhill and, using stiles to keep to the route,

aim for a farmhouse.• Keep to the right of the farm and go steeply downhill, first

across a farm lane and then a minor road.• Go down a flight of stone steps and follow a narrow road,

still downhill, through the hamlet of Crich Carr.• Turn left when the side lane meets another narrow lane.

Follow this down to the road linking Crich to Whatstandwell and bear right along it.

• Walk past the village school and as far as the canal at the end of the walk.

The café-guest house between the canal and river bridge was once a coaching inn and forge where horses were kept to help pull coaches up the steep road to Holloway in the days before the A6 was built along the valley. The building opposite the old inn was once used as the stables.

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Royal Centre Nottingham & Concert Hall 0115 989 5555www.trch.co.ukTheatre Royal - July30 June – 5 July Happy DaysHappy Days are here again starring Heidi Range as Pinky, Ben Freeman as The Fonz and Cheryl Baker as Mrs Cunningham25-26 NutcrackerEnglish Youth Ballet presents the famous Nutcracker ballet featuring a cast of professional principal dancers in the lead roles and 100 young local dancers as soloists and corps de ballet28 to Aug 2 Classic Thriller Season 201429-31 August Scooby-Doo The Mystery of the Pyramid. Scooby-Doo and the gang are back with more spooky and mysterious fun – this time to solve the mystery of the Pharaoh’s Pyramid. A musical adventure for all the familySeptember 1-6 Faulty Towers - The Dining ExperienceBasil, Sybil and Manuel return to the Theatre Royal bringing with them a two-hour eat, drink and laugh sensationThis pitch-perfect tribute to ‘Fawlty Towers’ starts as the audience waits to be seated, then hurtles along for two hours of fully immersive, highly improvised and site-specific comedy theatre.Royal Concert Hall - July 3 An Evening with Aggers and Swanny6 Daryl Hall & John OatesAugustThe Royal Concert Hall will be closed for installation of new auditorium seatingBook Now for ERASURESaturday 15 November

Derby Livewww.derbylive.co.ukJuly5 Doug Segal9-12 Italian MarketAn authentic and vibrant market that includes stalls selling all the wonderful tastes you would expect to get in Italy.9-12 Summer Beer Festival16 The Time Machine18-19 In the Spotlight19-20 Caribbean Carnival20 Let Us Entertain You22 Sinfonia Viva25 July to Aug 10 Derby by the SeaThe seaside comes to Derby again this summer. Relax on the beach with an ice cream, have a ride on the funfair or enjoy the Punch & Judy show.Enjoy a great selection of activities including children’s funfair rides, inflatables, lots of

seaside stalls and walkabout entertainment. A day on the beach in Derby will keep everyone entertained!Nottingham PlayhouseBox Office 0115 941 9419www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.ukJuly 2 Ballet Black 5-6 Dance Express 2014 and Variations 319 Say Sum Thin 7 - with special guest John AgardAugust11-16 Equus - Drama: The story of a teenage boy who finds friendship and companionship in horses.29 to Sept 6 The Kite RunnerFollowing its European stage premiere at Nottingham Playhouse last year, The Kite Runner is back by popular demand before touring nationally.September12-27 Time and the ConwaysBeneath the surface of this story, Priestly explores the political and social history of Britain between the wars, and the nature of time itself.

Palace Theatre Mansfieldwww.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre01623 63313July 3-5 Oh What a Lovely WarSeptember12-13 Sunshine on Leith14 The Everly Brothers & Friends21 Sam Sweeney24 Jimmy Tarbuck OBE: This is My Life

Buxton Opera House & Pavilion Arts Centre. www.buxtonoperahouse.orgJuly6 The Original Panama Jazzband10-11 Spoonface Steinberg12, 15, 18, 27 The Jacobin - An opera in three acts By Antonin Dvorak13 Alex DanchevPavilion Arts Centre13 From Your Ever Loving Son, JackPavilion Arts Centre13 F Philip Holland – Poetry Writing Workshop - Lee Wood Hotel Book Now13 Kwasi KwartengPavilion Arts Centre13&16,19,22,25 Orfeo Ed Euridice14 Lesley Garrett & Emma Johnson15 Peter Snow16 Robin Hanbury-Tennison16 Paddy Ashdown17 Antonia Fraser

17 Otello – A Concert Performance18 Claudia Roden19 Gyles Brandreth20 Alan Johnson20 An Evening With James Naughtie21 Shirley Williams21 John Campbell21 The Swingle Singers23 & 26 Gloria - a Pigtale24 James Naughtie25 Max Hastings27 An Evening With Ranulph Fiennes28 Steve Hewlett – Thinking Inside The Box30 The Puppini Sisters31 Barbara Dickson In ConcertAugust1 Lunasa With Bella Hardy & The Midnight Watch. - Lúnasa are internationally acknowledged as being the finest traditional Irish instrumental band of recent times and are one of the most treasured Irish acts around today. Their inventive arrangements and bass driven grooves have steered Irish acoustic music into surprising new territory.2 The Feeling3 Last Night At The Summer Proms SpecialBuxton Opera House4 From The Jam5 The Big Chris Barber Band

Derby TheatreBox office 01332 59 39 39to July 12 April in ParisProduction in association with Paul Tyrer & Jamie Clark for April In Paris Ltd11 ‘Allo ‘Allo - Le Dinner Show 18 A Midsummer Night’s Dream 19 Twelfth Night30 to August 2 PulseSeptemberFlown - By Pirates of the CarabinaGet ready for a captivating night at the circus packed with thrills, extraordinary feats, laughs and fantastic live music.

Palace Theatre - Newarkwww.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk/palacetheatre. Box Office on 01636 655 755 July26 Johnny Warman’s Magic Bus Total Who Show31 The Sooty ShowAugust4-8 New Youth Theatre Summer Camp: ShrekSeptemberNewark & Sherwood Concert BandFriday 12th September

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The Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall Nottingham’s forthcoming June to August season promises some long-awaited summer fun with sensational music and dance, plus rare stage appearances from the likes of Sir Bruce Forsyth and the top-selling musical duo of all time, Hall & Oates (pictured). The Theatre Royal welcomes the return of the annual Classic Thriller Season in August whilst the Royal Concert Hall will see major refurbishments taking place with the installation of brand new auditorium seating.

Summer Pops Week 2014After the success of its inaugural year in 2013 Summer Pops Week is back at Buxton Opera House from Wednesday 30 July to Tuesday 5 August, with 7 nights of music from well-known musicians. The Puppini Sisters, the finest exponents of swing-pop will open the week with an intoxicating performance together with impeccable harmonies, glamorous costumes and synchronized dance steps. Barbara Dickson, folk star of the 60s and stage actress (Blood Brothers, Spend, Spend, Spend) will wow with her powerful voice on Thursday 31 July.

Irish instrumental band Lúnasa will perform with this year’s BBC Radio Folk Singer of The Year award-winner Bella Hardy & The Midnight Watch (Friday 1 August).

Ivor Novello award-winners, The Feeling (Fill My Little World, Set My World on Fire) are back on tour and will make an appearance at the Opera House on Saturday 2 August and the following night (Sunday 3 August) Last Night of The Summer Proms will provide a commemorative programme to celebrate the 100th anniversary of WWI.

Other events include From The Jam (featuring former The Jam bassist Bruce Foxton) playing all the hits: In The Tube Station at Midnight, Going Underground, Town Called Malice and The Modern World. Closing Summer Pops Week 2014 will be The Big Chris Barber Band 60th Anniversary Tour (Tuesday 5 August) with the legend celebrating his diamond jubilee.

Tickets for all shows are available now and discounts are available. To buy tickets or for more information call the Box Office on 0845 127 2190 or buy online at www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk.

Britain’s Got Talent 2013 Finalist, Steve Hewlett will be live on stage at Buxton Opera House on Monday 28 July at 7.30pm.Steve is embarking on a major theatre tour with his hilarious friends including everyone’s favourite judge Simon Cowell and his trusty sidekick, Sinitta.Steve shot to fame on last year’s BGT, winning over the public vote to become the ‘wild card’ finalist of the show. He memorably surprised Simon Cowell when he brought Little Simon and Little Sinitta on stage – creating huge cheers from sitting rooms all over the UK!


BIRDWATCHING FOR BEGINNERS WALK at CARSINGTON WATERThe summer birds that visit Carsington have all arrived, so now is the time to spot warblers and identify their birdsong with the help of our volunteers.There are plenty of swallows, swifts and martins to see, and hopefully an osprey will be seen. This free leisurely monthly 2-hour stroll is a great way for people new to birding to find out more, starting at 10am prompt, and always on the first Sunday of EVERY month. Adults accompanied by children are always welcome - bring binoculars and appropriate wear. Future dates - 3rd August; 7th September; 5th October and 2nd November. Due to the popularity of these walks, it is essential that you book (tel 01629 540696) to ensure that a place is reserved for you.

Darley Abbey Historical GroupAll meetings start at 7.30pm and are held in Darley Abbey Village Hall, Abbey Yard off New Road, Darley Abbey, DE22 1DS There is a charge of £1 for members of the Historical Group and £3 for visitors (this has increased from £2). For further information contact Sheila Hartle on 01332 557597.

Matlock Artists Society has booked the big gallery at Arkwright Mill, Cromford for its annual exhibition, from 5th -18th July. We also plan to make our exhibition a huge success, by advertising widely to attract lots of visitors. The Duke and Duchess of Devonshire open our exhibition at the preview evening on Friday 4th July. The exhibition opens daily from 10am to 5pm and admission is free. There will be paintings, prints, cards and some ceramics for sale. Shops, car park and refreshments available on the site.

ONESTEP WALKERS the official Ramblers Association club for Derbys, Notts, and Staffs. Walks Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday evenings visit www.onestepwalkers.co.uk or 01332 230903

Little Chester Local History Group We next meet on Thurs June 19th at 7.30pm in Chester Green Community Centre, Old Chester Road, Derby for a talk entitled ‘Life on the Wicked Stage’ by Jean Gemmell. Everyone welcome. Admission non-members £2 Tel. 01332 559615 for further information.

Little Chester Heritage Centre, Little Chester Heritage Centre, St. Paul’s Church, Mansfield Road, Derby Throughout July there will be an exhibition relating to the history of Stone House Prebend, one of Derby’s oldest dwellings, which stands within the Roman Fort of Derventio. The house’s origins are probably Medieval but the building you see today is largely 16th century.NB Please make a note in your diaries for July 27th at 2.15pm when there will be a short talk by Joan D’Arcy who lives in this remarkable house. We are open every Sunday 2-4pm. Admission is free with refreshmentsavailable and all are welcome.

Derby Wine Circle is a social club with varied activities. Meetings are held at 7.30pm for 8pm on the 1st Friday every month at The Evergreen Club, Allestree. Meetings include club news from Chairman, Geoff Belk, a speaker of the month and social time. Activities include skittles, lunches, trips and walks with pub lunch/ picnic. Subscription is paid annually at the March meeting and is £16. Guests £3 per visit, this is deducted from the subscription if annual membership is taken out. Guests are asked to bringa drink and glass (cheese & biscuits provided).Next meeting is on Fri 4 July with guest speaker Paul Newsham on the Great Fire of London. Contact [email protected]/ 01159328217

Uppertown Social Centre Uppertown, Ashover, S45 0JF.Sat 5th July Pat Jordan Irish Night and Finians Rainbow for 8pm Sat 26th July The Haleys Country Rock’n’ Roll 7pm for 8pm

including supper £12 contact Eddie Marriott for information and tickets on: 01246 590502 or 07966 154798Website www.uppertown.org

AmberGold is a registered charity for people with learning disabilities who reside in the Amber Valley area. We provide 3 socials and 2 outings a year for our members and as we are a totally voluntary society, we have to raise our own funds to pay for these events. To this end we are holding a 60’s disco fundraiser on Saturday 19th July, 7pm at Riddings Community Centre. Admission £8 includes hot dog/beefburger. Bar available. Raffle and auction of ornamental wheelbarrow which has been specially made for us. For more info/tickets phone 01774 744854.

Eyam Open Gardens 2014 Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th July; 11am to 5pm (Sat), 12 noon to 5pm (Sun) Eyam, Derbyshire Peak District, S32 5QW. Historic Plague Village with many varied gardens to view including the walled garden at Eyam Hall. Entry cost £4. Tickets available from Eyam Museum, Mechanics Institute and Church Street Stores

The Smalley Art Group are holding their summer exhibition of new paintings 27 June - 6 July at the Institute, 79 Main Road, Smalley, DE7 6DS. The admission is free and it is open 4.30-6.30pm weekdays and 11am - 7pm weekends.

Allestree Flower GroupTuesday 15th July 2014Flower demonstration by Eleanor Griffiths entitled ‘Floral Fun’ Venue: The Evergreen Hall, Cornhill, Allestree Time: 7 for 7.30 pm Admission: £3 members, £6 non membersFor further information contact our Chairman on 01283 702601 or email: [email protected]

Darley Abbey Community Association’s Jumble Sale Saturday 16th August10am until 12 midday. Admission 30 pence. Darley Abbey Village Hall, Abbey Yard, off New Road,

Darley Abbey, Derby DE22 1DS. Donations of jumble gratefully received. For information & to arrange collection, please call Darley Abbey Community Association - either Anthony Attwood (01332 552078) or John Gabb (01332 558934).

Darley Abbey Historical Group’s talk is Sorocold the Engineer presented by Alan Gifford’All meetings start at 7.30pm and are held in Darley Abbey Village Hall, Abbey Yard off New Road, Darley Abbey, DE22 1DSThere is a charge of £1 for members of the Historical Group and £3 for visitors (this has increased from £2) For further information contact Sheila Hartle on 01332 557597.

Ashbourne Animal Welfare Summer Spectacular Open Day and Fun Dog ShowSunday 27th July 11am - 4 pmThe Ark, Wyaston Rd, Classes include Waggiest Tail, Most Handsome Dog, Prettiest Bitch etc. Doggie Sports - Save the Sausage, Dive for a DuckDancing Dogs Demonstration and heelwork to music Cat Chat Corner - advice on cat care and behaviour. Camels, pony rides, ferret rescue and racing donkeys from the Donkey Sanctuary Derbyshire Centre Hedgehogs, Rabbits, Tortoises Visit the cattery & kennels and meet some of the cats and dogs waiting for adoption. Live music, vintage cars, homemade lunches & teas, gifts, stalls,Admission only £2 (children & parking are free).

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BRITISH COACHINGSIDMOUTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09-13 Jul (HB) £359SURPRISING LONDON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-25 Jul (HB) £401SOUTHSEA & PORTSMOUTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Jul-01 Aug (HB) £315ISLE OF WIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08-12 Aug (HB) £322TENBY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-22 Aug (HB) £333EDINBURGH TATTOO . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-24 Aug (Meals as advertised) £229EASTBOURNE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-29 Aug (HB) £377MYSTERY WEEKEND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 Aug (HB) £108LLANDUDNO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Aug-02 Sept (HB) £307SCOTLAND IN MINIATURE ARRAN & MULL . . . 31 Aug-05 Sept (HB) £502WEYMOUTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01-05 Sept (HB) £272CHARMING COTSWOLDS & BANBURY . . . . . . . . . . . 05-08 Sept (HB) £207MAGIC OF THE LAKE DISTRICT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08-12 Sept (HB) £335TORQUAY ENGLISH RIVIERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08-12 Sept (HB) £281KENT VICTORY TOUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-18 Sept (HB) £287SMUGGLERS CORNWALL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-23 Sept (HB) £442WESTERN ISLES TOUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-29 Sept (HB) £637WARNERS BEMBRIDGE COAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Sept-03 Oct (HB) £332SIDMOUTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02-06 Oct (HB) £341SUFFOLK’S COUNTRYSIDE & VILLAGES . . . . . . . . . . . 05-09 Oct (HB) £316EASTBOURNE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06-10 Oct (HB) £227BABBACOMBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06-10 Oct (HB) £195BOURNEMOUTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-17 Oct (HB) £248BLACKPOOL FOR THE ILLUMINATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20 OCT (HB) £99CHRISTMAS AT SOUTHPORT . . . . . . . . 23-27 Dec (Special Package) £477CHRISTMAS AT EASTBOURNE . . . . . . . 23-27 Dec (Special Package) £408

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TATTON PARK FLOWER SHOW* SAT 26 JUL £40/£40/£20

LIVERPOOL GIANT PUPPET SPECTACULAR SUN 27 JUL £20

SCARBOROUGH MON 04 AUG £23/£23/£13

SHREWSBURY FLOWER SHOW* SAT 09 AUG £44/£42/£21

WHITBY REGATTA SUN 10 AUG £24

CLEETHORPES MON 12 AUG £20/£20/£12

MABLETHORPE WED 20 AUG £20/£20/£12

WARNER BROS. HARRY POTTER STUDIO TOUR* TUES 26 AUG £56/£56/£48

LAKE DISTRICT MYSTERY SUN 07 SEPT £28

BUCKINGHAM PALACE* SAT 13 SEPT £47/£45.50/£39

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STEP BACK IN TIME TO THE 1940s AT CRICH TRAMWAY VILLAGEYou may need your tin hat and gas mask if you visit Crich Tramway Village during its special 1940’s weekend on 9th-10th August. You can expect air-raid warnings and the sound of low flying aircraft and you will need your identity card for a real taste of life during the Second World War. The village will be reliving the period, complete with military and civilian re-enactors, air-raid warnings and the sound of low flying aircraft. Mr Churchill will even be paying a visit to provide a boost to morale. Plus, if you dress up in 1940’s clothes there is a reduced admission charge.Wander around the period street and take a look at how life carried on during wartime Britain. Take as many rides as you wish on one of the vintage trams running amid the period vehicles and you can watch and listen to the wide variety of 40’s music being performed in the New Garrison Theatre. If you get hungry, you can always treat yourself to a meal in the Red Lion. Crich Tramway Village is situated near Matlock, Derbyshire, eight miles from M1 junction 28. Admission prices for the 1940’s event: Adult £13 Senior £10.50. Child (4-15) £8 Family (2 adults, 3 children) £35 Information line 01773 854321. www.tramway.co.uk.

2014 ASHOVER SHOWThe 83rd Ashover Show will be held on Wednesday 13 August 2014. The Show is very proud of its reputation as one of the finest traditional agricultural shows in the country and regularly welcomes over 15,000 visitors each year. Last year saw a major re-development of the show ground which gave more space for visitors, stands and attractions; this year will see further improvements and what we hope is an even more enjoyable day out for the whole family. This year we are very excited to welcome the Black Rock Llama Agility Display Team in the Centre Ring, this is a new attraction for us and one we are all very much looking forward to.The Ashover Marquee will have over 30 of the very best local food producers from around the area. A visit to the Craft Marquee is not to be missed with over 50 exhibitors displaying the fantastic range of local talent on show.Out on the showground there will be over 100 trade stands, many of them new for 2014, selling everything from farm machinery to bird tables, there really is something to interest everyone! For up to date information on the show and all of the contact details plus class schedules, please visit our web site at www.ashovershow.co.uk. Advance tickets are available to purchase online at a reduced price to those on the day and we very much look forward to seeing you.

BAKEWELL SHOW 2014There will be silver celebrations in the Food and Farming Marquee at this year’s Bakewell Show as the section marks its 25th anniversary – and by happy coincidence the 2014 President is Mary Morten, who has played a large part in establishing the link between food and farming at the show.Preparations for the event – on August 6th and 7th, with the new dedicated Equestrian Day on August 5th – are well ahead and organisers are looking forward to another successful event.The Centre Ring attraction will be the James Dylan Motorcycle Stunt Display Team, headed by dazzling adventurer James Dylan. Titan the eight foot talking robot will be back and there will be an amazing display of hand made sheep in our ‘Show us Yer Sheep’ competition which is open to everyone from individuals and families to schools and companies.To find out more call the show office on 01629 812736.There will be all the traditional attractions, hundreds of champion animals, beautiful flowers, mammoth vegetables and a bumper crop of trade stands with something for all the family from the beach for the kids to the vintage vehicles for dads. And this year the food courts will be run by local businesses who offer scrumptious food at reasonable prices.To find out more and to book pre-show cut price tickets call 01629 812736 or log on to www.bakewellshow.org


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Ashover Show will be held on Wednesday 13 August 2014

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New to the Ridgeway Gallery in July is Derbyshire artist Richard Holland along with new bronze resin sculptures from Anna Rothwell. A sneak preview of what to expect from Julian Mason’s fifth solo exhibition, which will be at the gallery from 12th to 27th September, can also be seen as he releases eight new paintings in advance of his show. A full range of limited edition Giclée prints by both Rex and Mark Preston are also available.

Now working from a favourite photograph you can have a hand painted water colour portrait that captures the character and spirit of your pet, making a fantastic image for you to keep or to give as a special gift. Visit Norma Gent, The Studio, New Lane, Alfreton.

Richard Holland: “Edale Barn”

10am to 5pm Tuesday to SaturdayOpening Times:

www.theridgewaygallery.co.ukTel: 01629 814596 Email [email protected]

The Old Tavern, Rutland Square, Bakewell, DE45 1BT

The Studio, No 2 The Galleries,New Lane, Alfreton.

01773 836907www.normagent.co.uk

email: [email protected]

Norma GentDerbyshire Artist

Pets, Portraits, Scenes, Still Life, Executive Caricatures, Victorian Life.

SPECIAL DAYWORKSHOP

Saturday 12th JulyWatercolour Classes Tuesday mornings & evenings & every Thursday 9am - 10.45am

St Thomas’s Community Centre Somercotes Framing Now Available

Derbyshire& Galleries Artists Peak District Artisans exhibit at Buxton’s Great Dome, Buxton FestivalPeak District Artisans’ most prestigious event of the year, the Great Dome Art Fair will take place on 19th and 20th July in Buxton’s Devonshire Dome. The award-winning event - part of Buxton’s Festival Fringe - showcases the eclectic range of talent within the group including artists, ceramicists, furniture makers, designer makers and artisans. Throughout the weekend a selection of members will be delivering a range of demonstrations and talks giving insightful examples whilst focusing on their individual styles. The winner of the groups’ Young Artist of the Year competition (who will be revealed during the preview event) will also be exhibiting their winning pieces.The group’s Chairman, Jane Cummins said: “The demonstrations are always very popular, whilst the talks are a great opportunity for visitors to meet the artists and appreciate the range of skills we have to offer. ” Another popular feature is the silent auction. This year 16 members are donating ether a piece of work – some designed and created specifically for the auction – or a place at one of their unique workshops, to raise money for local charity Helen’s Trust which supports people with terminal illnesses and their families.

“We are thrilled and so grateful to be chosen to benefit from the proceeds of the silent auction,” said Helen’s Trust CEO, Heidi Hawkins, “The artists have generously donated some amazing prizes and the funds raised will go directly towards helping people with terminal illness in the High Peak and North Derbyshire areas.”One of the members contributing to the auction is Ashover-based woodturner Roger Waterhouse. As well as donating a full day experience in his workshop to create their own woodturned object, Roger will also be giving an insightful talk during the weekend about how he approaches his work from an artistic perspective, exploring different woods and their artistic possibilities. Roger is one of the most recent members to join the group. As the former Vice Chancellor of Derby University he has maintained his relationship with the university since his retirement in 2003 when he turned his woodturning hobby into a career. During his university career he secured grants of nearly 15 million for the conversion of the Devonshire Royal Hospital into a university campus, which has been home to the Great Dome Art Fair for the last six years.The Silent Art Auction will run exclusively for the duration of the Fair, commencing at 6pm on the special Friday night preview evening and closing at 3pm Sunday afternoon.The Great Dome Art Fair runs 10am – 4.30pm 19th and 20th July. Admission is free.For more information and to view a selection of members’ work visit www.peakdistrictartisans.co.uk


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Tour de France Running from Saturday July 5th to Sunday July 27th 2014, the 101st Tour de France will comprise 21 stages and cover a total distance of 3,664 kilometres.

There are 9 flat stages, 5 hill stages, 6 mountain stages with 5 altitude finishes, 1 individual time trial stage and 2 rest days.

Beyond the Borders:After taking off from the United Kingdom for a 20th Grand Départ abroad, the Tour de France will also go through Bel-gium and Spain.

A Taste of Paris-Roubaix:Before crossing the finishing line of the fifth stage in Arenberg Porte du Hainaut, the riders will have covered 15.4 kilometres of cobbled-stone sectors that are on the course of the Queen of Classics every spring.

9 new stage citiesSaturday July 5th Leeds > Harrogate 190.5 km Sunday July 6th York > Sheffield 201 km Monday July 7th Cambridge > London 155 km Tuesday July 8th Le Touquet-Paris-Plage > Lille Métropole 163.5 kmWednesday July 9th Ypres > Arenberg Porte du Hainaut 155.5km Thursday July 10th Arras > Reims 194 km Friday July 11th Épernay > Nancy 234.5 km Saturday July 12th Tomblaine > Gérardmer La Mauselaine 161 kmSunday July 13th Gérardmer > Mulhouse 170 km Monday July 14th Mulhouse > La Planche des Belles Filles 161.5 kmTuesday July 15th Besançon Wednesday July 16th Besançon > Oyonnax 187.5 km Thursday July 17th Bourg-en-Bresse > Saint-Étienne 185.5 km Friday July 18th Saint-Étienne > Chamrousse 197.5 km Saturday July 19th Grenoble > Risoul 177 km Sunday July 20th Tallard > Nîmes 222 km Monday July 21st Carcassonne Tuesday July 22nd Carcassonne > Bagnères-de-Luchon 237.5 kmWednesday July 23rd Saint-Gaudens > Saint-Lary Pla d’Adet 124.5 kmThursday July 24th Pau > Hautacam 145.5 km Friday July 25th Maubourguet Pays du Val d’Adour > Bergerac 208.5 km Saturday July 26th Bergerac > Périgueux 54 km Sunday July 27th Évry > Paris Champs-Élysées 137.5 km


Tea Rooms at Meynell Langley Gardens Come and enjoy your mid morning coffee or lunch with friends or family in either our beautiful log cabin restaurant or our outside decking area and enjoy the afternoon sunshine.

We offer a range of the fi nest teas and coffees from cappuccinos to lattes and our menu have a varied selection of light lunches from baked potatoes, panninis and other tasty dishes. Our tea rooms are open:

Monday –Saturday 10am – 4.30pm and Sunday 10am – 4pm

Meynell Langley Gardens, Kirk Langley, Derbys DE6 4NT

Tea Rooms &Coffee House

Life’s Great Pleasure

The Pantry Delicatessen & Bakery, 81 Derby Road, Swanwick, Alfreton, Derbyshire. DE55 1BJ www.thepantryinswanwick.co.uk

The Pantry Delicatessen & Bakery Swanwick

Angela, Paul, Joe and Claire welcome you to The Pantry in Swanwick. The Pantry is a family-run delicatessen and tea-rooms in the heart of Swanwick. We take pride in being able to offer you the best in locally-sourced produce, served in a kind and friendly atmosphere.

In our cosy tea-room you can relax, unwind and enjoy a traditional pot of tea with freshly-baked scones, jam and clotted cream teas... or choose from a selection of toasties, jacket potatoes, piping hot pies and pasties etc - all freshly prepared and cooked to order. Our menu also includes breakfast, freshly ground coffee, and lots of other mouth-watering goodies.

Our tea room has a relaxing ‘traditional’ decor, where you can sit and enjoy a quiet chat with a friend over a cup of coffee, or set yourself up for the day with a hearty breakfast.Our all-day menu includes hot and cold snacks, substantial lunches, paninis, cold sandwiches, hot roast baps, cheese teas (we are stockists of Hartington Cheese), homemade quiches, homemade soup and our delicious Pantry Afternoon Cream Tea served in china cups with cakes on a lovely cake stand.

When the sun shines, make the most of our tea garden! We’re currently adding to this outdoor area, so the al fresco experience can be complemented with a renowned Bradwell Ice Cream from our Ice Cream Parlour or a tasty home made milkshake.

Please phone us on 01773 602223 for bookings or our takeaway and delivery service or just call in for a drink and browse through our range of gifts including speciality jams, home-crafted greetings cards. Private parties catered for. Telephone for details.

Opening HoursMonday: 9am-4pm Tuesday to Friday: 8.30am-5pm Saturday: 8.30am-4.30pm Sunday: Closed

Southwell Garden CentreFiskerton Road, Southwell, NottinghamshireTel: 01636 812886

The garden centre just wouldn’t be the same without our tea room. From light lunches to home-cooked dinners; from coffee and cake to tea and scones; from

sandwiches to Sunday roasts; we cater for everyone.

Quiet and tranquil, the tea room is the perfect spot to enjoy some delicious home

cooking and a cup of tea or coffee.

Special Offer Afternoon Tea £12.00 for 2 People

(Price Includes Tea or Coffee plus a Selection of Sandwiches and Cakes)

www.southwellgardencentre.co.uk Open Daily 9.00am to 4.30pm

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Food & Drink

Badger Lane, Woolley Moor, Derbyshire, DE55 6FGTel. 01246 590319

www.thewhitehorsewoolleymoor.co.ukBooking advisable to avoid disappointment

The White Horse@ Woolley Moor.co.ukTel: 01246 590319

Our 8 brand new contemporary built suites are nearly complete and will be available from August 2014.

In the meantime, our restaurant and bar remain open as usual.


The Rising Sun is situated in the heart of Derbyshire with breath taking views of the

Peak District and within walking distance of the High Peak Trail and Black Rocks.

Due to our overwhelming success, booking is now advisable –

call 01629 823247 or visit www.therisingsunmiddleton.co.uk

Serving great homemade food from local suppliers with a range of real ale. Cask Marque accredited.

Large beer garden to rear of the building ideally located just off the High Peak Trail near Matlock Bath and

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Summer Food and Drink Fair at Swarkestone Nursery…

South Derbyshire’s Number One Retail Plant Nursery plays host to their first Summer Food and Drink Fair on Sunday the 20th July and invites you to both ‘try and buy’ the tasty delights on offer from over 40 local artisan businesses exhibiting their food and drink, along with a number of craft stands for added variety.

From wood fired pizzas, preserves and pickles, a hog roast, prosecco bar and Tolgate Brewery to jewellery, handmade signs and botanical soaps! The event, from10am until 4.30pm on the 20th July offers free parking and admission, so is sure to be a great day out. The ever popular garden centre gives you the opportunity to while away the time as you decide on your next purchase! For more information regarding the event contact Swarkestone Nursery, Lowes Lane, Swarkestone, Derby. Telephone 01332 700800 www.swarkestonenursery.co.uk


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Huntsman piesCheese board

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Clay cross’s unique real ale and brewing houseDerby CAMRA and Derby LIVE are pleased to confirm that the City Charter Summer Beer Festival will still take place this July, despite the closure of the Assembly Rooms.

Derby LIVE staff and the festival committee are working closely together to ensure that this year’s festival is a great success. Russell Gilbert, Chairman of the Summer Beer Festival said “Since the closure announcement of the Assembly Rooms I have to admit that I had concerns whether the festival would take place. I can honestly say that I have been so impressed with the commitment, effort and enthusiasm shown by my organising team and Derby LIVE to ensure we continue our tradition of holding the City Charter Beer Festival in the centre of our fine City. It makes me proud to be Chairman of the Festival.” The festival will now be hosted on the Market Place, in marquees with outside seating areas to enjoy the sunshine.

Taking place from Wed 9 – Sun 13 July, the festival will feature over 200 draught ales, including old, new, big and small breweries, with almost all of them coming from Derbyshire.

Beers will generally be dispensed straight from the cask, with Milds, Porters, Stouts, Pale Ales, Bitters and Lagers all being represented. The event will be showcasing at least one beer from every Derbyshire brewery, giving special attention to the breweries located within the City of Derby - the best place to sample real ale in the world.

A wide selection of continental beers have also been selected for the festival, including Abbey, Fruit, Lambic, Trappist, White, Wheat and other speciality brews. CAMRA’s knowledgeable staff will be on hand to advise on the differing characters of each of these throughout the festival.

The Derby Summer Beer Festival also select some of the finest ciders and perries on offer in the country, many of which have been judged to be best at CAMRA’s national cider and perry championship. These are not the pasteurised and sparkling keg varieties, but have been produced in the traditional farmhouse way that has hardly changed for centuries.

A selection of hot and cold food stalls will be available at all times during the festival, including those selling locally sourced produce. Live music and entertainment will take place during every session. The evening headliners include Noway2Norway (Wednesday), Willie & the Bandits (Thursday), The Wam Bam Band (Friday) and Ferocious Dog (Saturday).

The theme for this year’s festival is celebrating 50 years of Derby Mountain Rescue and representatives from Derby Mountain Rescue will be present at the festival, raising both awareness and much needed funds.

The festival opens at 6.30pm on Wednesday 9 July, with sessions on Thu 10, Fri 11 and Sat 12 July from 11am – 5.30pm. Evening sessions will run from Wed 9 – Sat 12 July 5.30pm – 11pm and on Sunday 12noon until 2pm. Ticket prices start at just £1 for afternoon sessions and £3 for evening sessions, with 10% to be saved by booking in advance through the Derby

LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www.derbylive.co.uk

Derby Camra City Charter Summer Beer Festival

Wed 9 – Sun 13 July. Market Place, Derby


Young at heart

Coxbench Is About Caring!

Coxbench Hall Residential Home

Alfreton Road, Coxbench, Derby DE21 5BB Tel: 01332 880200 Fax: 01332 881199

www.coxbench-hall.co.uk • [email protected]

● Highly trained staff ● Lift to all floors ● Superb home cooking ● Most rooms have en-suite toilets ● Own mini-bus

● Ample lounge space with large conservatory ● Loop System ● Call Care System to all rooms

● Extensive activities and entertainment

Sustain and enjoy independence throughout your retirement years in elegant surroundings with the support of top quality family-style care.

This high quality retirement home is a beautiful Georgian building just north of Derby City set in 4.5 acres of beautiful gardens that are

open in the summer as part of the National Gardens Scheme.

with Concert Band, stalls and refreshments. Phone for further details or please just come along.

CHARITY GARDEN PARTY on Sunday 13th July 2.30pm to 4.30pm


We’re all getting older and an unfortunate fact of life is that our parts start to wear out. Unlike a car or piece of furniture, it’s not so easy to replace bits or get an upgrade, so it’s important to look after what you’ve got.

It’s a well documented fact that that physical activity can help you avoid a range of health conditions. It may be that you already have a condition and in that case exercise can help you manage it better. It’s surprising how being more active will have an immediate impact on your health and help protect it for your future too.Some of the changes you’ll see can include having more energy, feeling less stressed or anxious and getting a healthier body shape or appearance.You may also sleep easier, have better concentration and have more self confidence.It doesn’t stop there, being active also helps to prevent illness such as coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, joint and bone problems such as arthritis and back pain. In the long term, that could only benefit you, right?The easiest way to be active is to build it into your everyday life, find a certain time each day to exercise and make it a regular habit.If you’re a morning person, why not get up earlier and fit some activity in before your day starts?

Meet a friend on a regular basis and get active together, keeping each other company will keep you both interested.Set yourself a target of 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity each week and keep on building up to it. Moderate intensity activities make you feel warmer, breathe harder than usual, but you should still be able to carry on a conversation without being out of breath. If you feel you’re not very fit, have a problem with your weight or a health problem, you may only have to walk up a slope to get these feelings. Don’t be disheartened, it will get better with time!Always do something that you enjoy. Once you start being more active, you’ll have more energy. If you miss a day, just start again the next! Your health is worth the effort.Your local Health Referral scheme in Amber Valley is an exercise and weight management programme designed to support you to achieve a healthier lifestyle by increasing your physical activity levels and improving nutrition choices. All activities at the Alfreton, Ripley and William Gregg VC Leisure Centres are supervised by fully qualified and motivated staff. The programme can help you to reduce your health risks, manage your health, improve mobility and lose weight.Why not give me a call to arrange a visit? Call 01773 523325 and ask for Maxine, or you could email me at [email protected]’s easy to write all these things, and give you all this advice, but why not listen to someone who’s made the change, Margaret Fox was worried about her weight a while ago and

came in to see us;“I started out on the health referral scheme 4 years ago. I still exercise regularly and have now lost over 4 stone. I feel like a different person. I don’t need pain killers anymore. I can walk better, go upstairs without holding on. I sleep better and have energy to play with the grandchildren. Everything has changed for the better!”

GET ACTIVE, STAY ACTIVE by Maxine Simpkin, Health Referral Coordinator at Alfreton Leisure Centre

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Pictured are Margaret and her husband Jed, who also exercises here with her.

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Health Investor AwardsLocal Care Provider Milford Care have once again received National recognition for excellence in care, this time at the Health Investor Awards. Milford Care was nominated for the ‘Residential Care Provider of the Year Award’ at the Health Investor Award which took place at Grosvenor House Hotel, London on 11th June 2014.

Established in 1985, Milford Care is a family run business offering first class care to its local community in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. With five well established carehomes and

a sixth currently under development, Milford Care attribute their enormous success to the relationships they forge with their service users. Pierre Falleth, Milford Care Ltd’s Director who attended the event on Wednesday said; “At Milford Care we are completely driven by our residents’ choices and the exceptional service we provide has been evidenced by the numerous awards and accolades we have won over the years including; ‘Best Healthcare Development’, ‘Your Regional Care Home of the Year’, ‘Healthcare Design Award’ and ‘Best Care Group in Central England’”

The group have also had huge success at the Great British Care Awards where they have had 8 national finalists, 6 regional winners and 11 national finalists in the last 5 years.

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Stanton HallA caring lifestyle for all ages

Main Street, Stanton by Dale, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 4QHTelephone: 01159 325387 | Fax: 01159 442054 | Email: [email protected]

Private and Funded Clients welcomeStanton Hall Nursing Home is a Grade Two listed building within five acres of private grounds which offers twenty-four hour nursing and residential care in a homely environment with scenic surroundings for all our clients. Stanton Hall provides an excellent standard of care delivered by qualified staff that are fully trained including Registered Nurses and Care Assistants with appropriate NVQ qualifications. The individuality of our residents is respected at all times with family ties and friendships maintained throughout.

Stanton Hall Suite• Nursing Care • Residential Care • Day Care• Dementia/Confusion • Physical Disability • Palliative Care • Respite Care

Stanhope Suite A purpose built unit for Younger Adults

& The Crompton SuiteBoth suites offer Palliative Care, Day Care & Respite Care for those with:• Physical Disabilities • Parkinson’s Disease • Multiple Sclerosis

• Motor Neurone Disease • Huntington’s Disease • Brain Injuries


Right top:The Craghopper iconic soft shell jacket is ideal for dog walking and hiking in the warmer months, it provides excellent breathability and protection. Available from Rock Fall, Wimsey Way, Alfreton.

Right middle:New season sunglasses are set to have you smiling allthrough the sunny days ahead . Availablenow from Hurst Opticians, High Street, Ripley.

Below:Frox, Derbyshire’s largest dress agency recently held one of their popular and well followed fashion shows in support of a local charity from Beeston called Headcase raising £938 for research into a rare form of brain tumour. Models showcased an array of fabulous designer clothing, along with a great range of accessories and jewellery.Frox sell ‘once loved’ ladies clothing at unbelievable prices. Max Mara, Karen Millen, Coast and Crea are just a few of the many brands available to buy. Everything from cocktail to casual, hats to handbags, sunglasses to sandals… with exciting new items arriving daily!The shop located in Draycott Mill, offers a great friendly service along with free parking. Telephone 01332 875572 for more details or visit Frox, Draycott Mill, Market Street, Draycott, Derbyshire. www.froxshop.com

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Below:The greatest treasures found in the sea are memories and Chamilia launch their new ‘Enchanted Sea’ collection. All retired Chamilia beads are now half price at England Barker Jewellers, High Street, Ripley.

Top right:Classic navy polka dot dress and white jacket, perfect for a wedding or special occasion by Glitz with prices starting at £129. This lovely collection is available at Jillian Hart Fashions. The shop also stocks a lovely selection of hats, fascinators, hatinators and accessories for added glamour! Jillian Hart Fashions, 40-44 Babington Lane, Derby. Telephone 01332 347647

Bottom, right:Located on Babington Lane in Derby, John Barclay takes pride in supplying elegant footwear and accessories. With hot summer days to look forward to, the comfortable sandal by Rieker is perfect. If you are looking for stylish footwear for a holiday, simple casual wear or something for a special occasion plus a personal touch, call into the shop at 46 Babington Lane, telephone 01332 342260 www.johnbarclayshoes.co.uk

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England Barker Jewellers1 High Street, Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 3AA

T: 01773 747226Now open Wednesday until 4pm

NEW COLLECTABLESjust arrived from

Design Studio

Steampunk Rhino £260

The Swallow £225

Autumn Squirrel £12540-44 Babington Lane, Derby

Tel: 01332 347647

Opening Times: Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 5.00pm

SALE NOW ONUp to

75% OFFDaywear, Eveningwear and Wedding Outfi tsIn sizes 10-22


Right:There is a 30% discount on Pomodoro’s spring and summer range in sizes 10-18 (while stocks last). Hawaiian jacket £70 now £49, Vest £18 now £12.50 and Capri trousers £50 now £35. Available from Clarkes of Ripley, Grosvenor Road, Ripley.

Bottom:As an established business and Derbyshire’s premier bridal boutique Mimi Toko have helped thousands of brides choose the perfect gown to complement their individuality and taste. Assisting with fabric choice, colours and style decisions, the range of exquisite Bridal Gowns and accessories are priced to suit all budgets. Booking an appointment is recommended. For more information telephone 01332 842332 or visit www.mimitoko.co.uk

Below:Announcing Retirement After Thirty Two Successful Years In Retail….Audrey Loveland, the current owner of Panache Ladies Fashions in Beeston (Nottingham), is announcing her retirement after being involved in the fashion retail business for thirty two years in Beeston.Over the years Audrey has dressed many ladies for their special events. She has also held fashion shows for various charities and has thoroughly loved her work with her customers and the local community.Audrey would like to thank all her loyal customers for their support over the years with many customers becoming personal friends…she will miss them all.Audrey would like to welcome customers old and new to the ‘Retirement Sale’ which will begin at the shop on Friday 4th July. For more information contact Panache at 1 Stoney Street, Beeston, Nottinghamshire or telephone 0115 922 5278 www.panache-nottingham.co.uk

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Starts 9.30am

Thursday 3rd July 2014

Doors open 9.30am

up to

75% off

full of surprises8-18 Grosvenor Road, Ripley Tel: 01773 742151

Two floorsof bargains

You’ll be pleased to see our

coffee shop!!

THESummer SaleCelebrating 100 Years

First Avenue

E A S T E XLadieswear

LingerieMenswear

ShoesAccessories

LinensGifts

Stockists of exquisite Bridal Gowns,jewelled shoes and accessories

We operate an appointment only service so that we can give you our undivided attention

01332 8423321 TAMWORTH ST DUFFIELD DERBYSHIRE DE56 4ER

Summer Sale One Day Only

…Sunday 3rd August 10am to 4pm

including leading labels Ian Stuart, Mooshki, Enzoani

Essence of Australia and Martinas Liana,

sizes 8 to 16, also Shoes from Benjamin Adams

and Pink plus headpieces

and accessories from award winning

Halo & Co No Appointment

Needed.

BRIDAL BOUTIQUE

www.panache-nott ingham.co.uk

PanacheLadies Fashions

1 Stoney Street Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2LA

Open: Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm

Saturday 10am to 4pm0115 922 5278

Also stockists of Jewellery, Accessories, Shoes,

Boots and HandbagsCollections by: Libra, Eugen

Klein, Peruzzi (Italian Knitwear and Trousers), Aria, Kirsten,

Gollehaug and Viz-a-Viz to name but a few…

The New

NOW IN STOCK

RETIREMENT

SALEStarts Friday 4th July 2014


Dental ImplantsIf you have missing teeth and feel you are continually searching for that long term fixed solution, look no further, Dental Implants could put a smile back on your face.

At Refine, we have a highly experienced implant team with combined experience of 40 years and with extensive research and cutting edge technology Straumann is one of the most highly reputable Implant manufacturers in the world...

Together we can change your life and give you the confidence you need to smile again.

Tooth Whitening From the comfort of your home.

Everyone wants that perfect white smile, Here at Refine we appreciate our patients have busy lifestyles and time and convenience is key; Home whitening enables you to whiten your teeth whilst you sleep, watch telly or do your daily chores.

It really is that easy and the end results are outstanding, for more information about your new white smile, Call the practice today.

Wear your smile white.

FREE CONSULTATION

ON ALL TREATMENTS AT

REFINE

Welcome to your new, confident smile...

Book your consultation today 01773 830560

Explore users’ opinions about Refine

TESTIMONIALSHow did you find your experience at the practice?

Ms T from Chesterfield The practice is a lovely calm environment, extremely friendly and efficient staff

Mrs T from Newton Very Welcoming, friendly, all the staff put you at ease.

Are you happy with the outcome of your treatment?

Mrs W from AlfretonMark was very good. Put me at ease and did a very very good job.

Would you recommend us to friends or relatives?

Mr S from Belper Definitely – No doubt what so ever

Mr H from Riddings Definitely! Thank you, superb work done. Very professional.


A more confident you

Call Refine Specialist Dental Care on 01773 830560Alfreton Primary Care Centre, Church Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7AH

SPECIALIST DENTAL CARE

Transform your confidence

Welcome to your new, confident smile...

Here at Refine we treat all of our patients as we would a member of our family.

On your first visit to us we will talk with you about your whole dental and facial requirements.

Summer has landed here at Refine and we’d like to introduce our facial aesthetics and hygiene services. Give us a call to discuss your requirements. Our clinical Dental Technician, Mark Melbourne, will assess and make you the most natural looking, bespoke dentures for a great result.

For that long term great smile we have a number of orthodontic options that can be used to straighten your teeth and give you the smile you’ve always dreamed of.


Sale Starts Saturday 28th June 2014…

Walk in style

K&S • Van Dal • Peter Kaiser • Rieker • HB • Gaborwww.johnbarclayshoes.co.uk

OHN ARCLABINTERNATIONAL FOOTWEAR YJ

46 Babington Lane, Derby 01332 342260

Right bottom: Take a luxury approach to layering with this flattering long-line cardie in tussah silk dk.Pattern and yarn available from a large range at The Wool Shop, U-duit, Church Street, Ripley.

Below: From the designer Elena Grunert in sizes 16 to 30 comes acollection of Cruise wear which will inspire your holiday ward-robe for sunny days at incredibly reduced prices. Visit the Sale at Marcelles, Midland Road, Derby.

Right top: The Fabulous Leather Shop, Belper’s premier store are exclusive stockists of high street brands and have up to the minute fashions in quality leather and Japelle bags, holiday bags, brief cases, wallet, purses and umbrellas.The Leather Shop is an Aladdin’s cave of quality gift ideas.Call in for a browse and meet our friendly experienced team of Helen, Tracy, Jo and Jasmine, who are there to help.

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HurstO p t i c i a n s

5/7 High S t ree t R ip ley 01773 748112/744333FREE Sight Tests for over 60s and children under NHS

*Conditions apply, when you order complete frames (frame value £69 or over) and lenses to include single vision, bifocal and varifocal. Terms and conditions apply.

FREE pair of prescription sun glasses!*

SPECTACLES

Specialist Needlework & Wool Shop

X-Stitch - Surface Embroidery - Lowery Workstands,

Purelite Magnifying Lamps • DMC • Anchor • Books • Tapestry

• Tablecloths • Tapestry Wools • Threads • Frames Hoops • Embroidery Charts

• Fabrics • Metallic Threads

QUALITY YARNS

SIRDAR • PATONS RICO • SUBLIME

HAYFIELD

SUMMERSPECIALS

on Super Chunky Yarns (ends 31st July 2014)

U-DUITEstablished

1975

7a Church Street, Ripley DE5 3BU Tel: 01773 745824www.u-duitknitandstitch.co.uk

T:01773 8288838 High Street, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1GF

www.primsisterscountrydecor.co.ukOpen: Mon to Sat 9.30am-5.30pm & Sun 10am-4pm.

Full of ideal

wedding gifts

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Y 2a Chapel Street, Belper, Derby DE56 1AR Tel: 01773 822794The Fabulous Leather Shop of Belper

Monkey Mania bags have arrived

20 Midland Road Derby DE1 2SLOpening Hours: Tuesday - Friday: 10am - 4pmSaturday: 10am - 5pm

Tel: 01332 298208www.marcellesfashion.co.ukFree Customer Parking

The Occasion and Cruise Wear Specialists for over 20 years…

Sizes 14 to 30

FASHIONMarcelles

Summer Sale Now On up to 75% off


Prepare for a summer of relaxed confidence in your dress wherever you

happen to be.

A Consultation covers all the aspects of colour and style which complement you and enables the creation of a wardrobe which portrays your own unique image.

Gift Vouchers are availableProfessionally trained Style Consultant.

The studio is located just south of Matlock.For more information:

Contact Rosemary on: 01629-534574 [email protected]

Your Personal Style

Molton Brown, London’s bath and body connoisseurs since 1973. Blended in England with the � nest ingredients from around the world, discover our iconic shower gels, hand washes, lotions, men’s grooming products and luxurious bath and body gifts.

Our signature Naran Ji still remains the same classic bestselling blend, now with a simpler name – Orange & Bergamot. What’s more, because you love our original hands fragrance so much, we made it into an Orange & Bergamot Body Wash.

Molton Brown Hand LotionThis really does smell the same as Naran Ji one of my old favourites. A really rich, moisturising lotion which leaves hands soft and smelling divine. 5/5 VP

www.moltonbrown.co.uk

Orange & Bergamot Hand Wash £16London via Seville: Dappled shade. Fruit hanging from the trees. Scents as sunny as the sky. The way we blend it: A hand wash with Sevillian orange oil (for radiating-looking skin)with bergamot and orange blossom aromas. Why you’ll love it: It’s our original. Straight from the grove. What else says Molton Brown quite like this classic hand wash? Match it up with the shower gel and body lotion for the full experience.

Orange & Bergamot Enriching Hand Lotion £20London via Seville: Dappled shade. Fruit hanging from the trees. Scents as sunny as the sky. The way we blend it: A hand lotion with Sevillian orange oil with bergamot and our skin-enriching complex (instantly � rms, comforts and hydrates).Why you’ll love it: Treat your hands to instant hydration with this easily-absorbed hand lotion. Beautifully scented with our original fragrance, it’s a Molton Brown icon.

Orange & Bergamot Replenishing Hand Cream £10London via Seville: Dappled shade. Fruit hanging from the trees. Scents as sunny as the sky. The way we blend it: A luxury hand cream with white tru� e extract for exquisitely soft hands, bergamot aroma (smells like tea) and Sevillian orange oil. Why you’ll love it: This intensive hand cream is an instantly absorbed daily treat for delectably soft and luxuriously moisturised hands with a zesty twist.

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Molton Brown Hand WashThe fragrance � lled my bathroom and lingered on my hands, it is lovely. Such a distinctive fragrance both fresh and light, the pure ingredients leave my hands feeling enriched and smooth. 5/5 JP

Molton Brown Replenishing Hand CreamThis has a beautiful zesty smell, it absorbs quickly into your hands and doesn’t leave your hands greasy. Perfect handy size for your handbag too.5/5 CB


Molton Brown, London’s bath and body connoisseurs since 1973. Blended in England with the � nest ingredients from around the world, discover our iconic shower gels, hand washes, lotions, men’s grooming products and luxurious bath and body gifts.

Our signature Naran Ji still remains the same classic bestselling blend, now with a simpler name – Orange & Bergamot. What’s more, because you love our original hands fragrance so much, we made it into an Orange & Bergamot Body Wash.

Molton Brown Hand LotionThis really does smell the same as Naran Ji one of my old favourites. A really rich, moisturising lotion which leaves hands soft and smelling divine. 5/5 VP

www.moltonbrown.co.uk

Orange & Bergamot Hand Wash £16London via Seville: Dappled shade. Fruit hanging from the trees. Scents as sunny as the sky. The way we blend it: A hand wash with Sevillian orange oil (for radiating-looking skin)with bergamot and orange blossom aromas. Why you’ll love it: It’s our original. Straight from the grove. What else says Molton Brown quite like this classic hand wash? Match it up with the shower gel and body lotion for the full experience.

Orange & Bergamot Enriching Hand Lotion £20London via Seville: Dappled shade. Fruit hanging from the trees. Scents as sunny as the sky. The way we blend it: A hand lotion with Sevillian orange oil with bergamot and our skin-enriching complex (instantly � rms, comforts and hydrates).Why you’ll love it: Treat your hands to instant hydration with this easily-absorbed hand lotion. Beautifully scented with our original fragrance, it’s a Molton Brown icon.

Orange & Bergamot Replenishing Hand Cream £10London via Seville: Dappled shade. Fruit hanging from the trees. Scents as sunny as the sky. The way we blend it: A luxury hand cream with white tru� e extract for exquisitely soft hands, bergamot aroma (smells like tea) and Sevillian orange oil. Why you’ll love it: This intensive hand cream is an instantly absorbed daily treat for delectably soft and luxuriously moisturised hands with a zesty twist.

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Molton Brown Hand WashThe fragrance � lled my bathroom and lingered on my hands, it is lovely. Such a distinctive fragrance both fresh and light, the pure ingredients leave my hands feeling enriched and smooth. 5/5 JP

Molton Brown Replenishing Hand CreamThis has a beautiful zesty smell, it absorbs quickly into your hands and doesn’t leave your hands greasy. Perfect handy size for your handbag too.5/5 CB


RICHARD BOOTH UPHOLSTERY

*Re-Upholstery *Loose Covers *Bespoke *Wide selection of fabrics

1 New Road, Heage, Derbyshire01773 853338


Directory Holiday ApartmentThe Tower, Sandy Close,

Crantock, CornwallLuxury S/C Holiday Apartment for 4 (Couples/Families Only)

Outstanding Atlantic and Country Views

Glorious Beach and NT Coastal Footpath (4 minutes walk)

Parking, Dog Friendly and No Passing Traffic

For Booking and Enquiries Tel: 01637 830394

Email [email protected]

To advertise in the Country

Images DirectoryPlease Call

01773 830344

JAYNE AND TOM

Tel. 07530 223442 or 0800 840 7127Email: [email protected]/jaynewood

Vacancies

KITCHENS & BEDROOMSDue to expansion we are looking for a

fi tted kitchen & bedroom designerTh e ideal candidate will be experienced with knowledge of CAD/PC

Excellent remuneration package on off erPlease send your CV to: [email protected] or post to:

Holtams Ltd Random Ridge, Pickard Lane, Heage, DE56 2BD


LAST MONTH’S WINNERVillage: BonsallWinner: Mr R Poyner, Swanwick

• Why move? Extend your property and invest in your home• Plans drawn to your requirements• Plans and forms completed to council standards• Free estimates

Please call Phil Lingwood on 01773 742936 or 07811810761

www.contract-planningservices.co.uk

CONTRACT PLANNING SERVICESEstablished 1979

Mobile: 07960 849642Tel: 01773 856082

All work carried out by our own skilled craftsmen with

over 20 years of experience.

JOHN’S SOFA STUDIO

UPHOLSTERYRE-UPHOLSTERY

REPAIRS

Home visits a pleasure for a Free Quotation for re-upholstery

or furniture repair.

Alison Buildersoffer

Dry Stone Walling Services

All work to full conservation and listed building specifications.

Also: Mortared Stone Walling.For free advice phone 01773 832676

Established 1985

www.alisonbuildingandwindowcompany.co.uk

Boiler Breakdowns• Full Central Heating Systems

• Bathrooms & Showers• All Aspects of Plumbing

• NO VAT

Tel. 01773 744389Mob. 07776 150274

MARTIN SHIPMANPlumbing & Heating

MARTIN SHIPMANPlumbing & Heating

OAP DISCOUNTS

Visit a selection of our exclusive

productswww.the-gatemaker-midlands-limited.co.uk



Bow Top

FlatTop

Fitting service available • Advertised gate is in our standard weight material, please ask about other weights

01773 745822Phone now for your FREE on site quotation

Any size available as all our gates are made to measure

The Gate Maker50% OFF

(Formally Stately Gates)

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movie 16 The kitchen is one 18 United Nations in short 19 Small identifi cation 20 She was a Larkin 21 Scottish material 25 Cowboy hat 28 --- Ferdinand

29 Pharmaceutical measurement of substance in short 30 Make better 32 Rodney was one! 35 Meadow 36 War day 37 She had a box! 40 Attempted 42 You put it round a bolt 43 Thermionic Valve 45 Mimic 46 Part of a fl ower

47 London was thick with it 48 Milliamp Hour

Down: 1 Far away 2 Era 3 Kurt Cobain’s group 4 Not evens 5 Worn by stewards 6 Annoying 7 A limited period 8 To perceive 10 Listening device 12 Short greeting! 15 Taught 17 Afternoon performance 22 Of the law! 23

Tear 24 Short for November 26 Short for until 27 Czech composer 30 Driving force 31 Lotus made one 32 Used to clean earth off a plough 33 In the

manner of a certain Roman poet 34 Pays his due 38 Sound 39 Not young41 End of life 44 Tiny woodland fabled creature

Just fi nd the Derbyshire/Nottinghamshire village in the crossword below and send the place name on a postcard

to: Crossword Comp. Country Images, Unit 5, Offi ce Village, Keys Road, Alfreton, Derbys DE55 7FQ or email: crossword@

imagespublishingltd.co.ukEntries to reach us by 16th July 2014 First correct entry drawn wins

the prize. Terms and conditions apply.

Nico’s offer a meal for two up to the value of £20.00

Prize Crossword

12 Brick Street Derby DE1 1DU 01332 208220 www.nicosderby.co.uk • Email: [email protected]

Open Monday to Saturday 6pm – 10pm

IDEAL FOR FAMILIES

Nico’s Family Italian Restaurant

sit�ated just off Ashbour�e Road, Derby

IAN FOSTERPlumbing, Heating & Building Services

01773 829603 • 07966 403265www.ianfosterplumbing.co.uk

[email protected]

• Multifuel burners & burners with back boilers • Chimneys lined & repaired • Central heating systems and upgrades • Solar hot water heating & unvented cylinders • Bathrooms & Wetrooms • Kitchens supplied and fi tted • Upvc doors, windows, fascia and guttering • Roofi ng work

CompletePlasteringCompletePlastering

Fast, friendly, no mess, reliable servicesCall Anthony for a free no obligation quote & advice

Tel: 01773 512209 or 07902 272541

COMPETITIVE PRICES • FULLY INSURED

All Plastering, Artex Cover-ups, Repair work, Coving, Drylining &

Insurance work undertaken

Amber Valley Driveways

For a professional finish on:Blockpaving • Fencing

Tarmac drives & paths laid Patios & slabbing • Excavation• Power jet cleaning for drives,

patios,

block paving etc.

01773 85734107521 516272

Phone Brendan on

A.Eley & SonFurniture Restorers

n French Polishing n Upholstery n Spray Finishes n Cane Seating n Kitchen Repolishing n Repairs

16 Heanor Road, Codnor, RipleyTelephone: 01773 742103

All types of building work undertaken

Tel: 01773 828516Mobile: 07966 207758

www.ksbuildingservices.co.uk

Loft Conversion Specialist

Over 20 years’ experience

All joinery work undertaken

Kitchens and Bedrooms fitted

UPVC windows doors and

conservatories

J H JOINERY SERVICES LTD

For a free quotation call Justin on

T:01773 775166 M:07815 287092www.jhjoineryservices.co.uk

TRUSTED TRADERS

No High Pressure Sales – Guaranteed • Each Quotation Attended by the Proprietor • Our own Fully Experienced Installers, No Sub-Contractors

• 20 Years’ Experience in the Window Trade

Tel: 01773 747265Mobile: 07967 419 504

Email: [email protected]

Suppliers and Installers of uPVC Fascia Board

• Full Insurance Backed Guarantee• Shoot- Bolt Locking With Push Button (Autolock Handles as Standard)• High Security Internal Glazing Bead as Standard• A Rated Energy Efficient Windows As Standard• Hook Bolt Door Locks as Standard

WEATHERSEALWindows, Doors and ConservatoriesYour 5 Star Piece of Mind…

A Local Family Run Company

Even the small jobs count!Roofing

Roofs jet washed, re-roofs, slating, re-bedding chimney pots, lead flashing, re-bedding ridge tiles,

rubber flat roofing

GroundworkFencing timber/concrete, flagstones,

slabbing, block paving

BuildingRe-pointing chimney stacks and walls,

soffit & fascias, gutter

For your free quotation please call Darren Hutsby on

07912 691958 01773 522927

Insurance work undertaken

Head Office/Showroom28 Church Street Ripley

Derbyshire DE5 3BU

Tel:01773 513339www.sunset-windows.co.uk

WINDOWSDOORS

CONSERVATORIESFASCIAS & SOFFITS

REPAIR WORK

The Area’s Favourite Window Company

SUNSET WINDOWS

COLIN GREEN**ROOM REVIVAL**

From Papering a Wall to Total Room

RefurbishmentA Complete Service

• Decorating• Joinery, Coving, Dado etc• Electrical Alterations• Laminate Flooring• Kitchen Fitting• Tiling

To discuss your requirements and for a free quotation

Tel 01773 605947 or Mobile 07779 291577

All types of general building work, re-pointing,

plastering, brickwork, PAT testing and general alterations undertaken.

No job too small FREE QUOTES 01773 301922

[email protected]

07870 642169

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

Rugs, End Of TenancyCall for a Free Quotation. Great Discounts. Fully Insured

01773 749055 or 07775 714 465

JONELLE CLEANINGFor A Professional Quality Clean

Over 15 Years Experience

Domestic & CommercialMaintenance • Full RewiresRepairs • Testing • TV PointsTelephone Points • ShowersConsumer Unit UpgradesEmergency Call OutsFault Finding •

No Job Too Small

For a friendly, reliable service contact Steve on07968 337250 • 01773 741853


• TARMAC SPECIALISTS• BLOCK PAVING SPECIALISTS• DROP KERBS (COUNCIL APPROVED)• DRAINAGE CCTV SURVEYS & INSTALLATIONS• FENCING & PATIOS• LANDSCAPING• ALL GENERAL BUILDING SERVICESPLEASE CALL BELPER: 01773 853994OR JOHN GRACE DIRECTLY ON 07971 288920EMAIL: [email protected] WEB: WWW.JGSLIMITED.CO.UK

JGS Construction Services Ltd - Belper, Derbyshire

Driveway Specialists

Over 30 Years’ Experience

DEREK STAPLETON

All types of work undertaken, Kitchen Work Top

Replacements, Kitchens, Joinery & UPVC work

undertakenOver 40 years’ experience

(Time served City & Guilds)For free

quotations please call

01773 83614507800 928564

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIR SERVICE

All UPVC door and window repairs

undertaken, misted or broken double glazed

sealed units replaced

Tel: 01773 836031 Mob:07882 682294

www.doubleglazingrepair-derbyshire.co.uk

INVEST IN YOUR HOME. Call now for all your building requirements from concept to completion. Offering high standards

of workmanship at prices you can afford.

All aspects of building workExtension Specialists, Alterations & Renovations,

Maintenance & Repairs, Upvc Conservatories, Windows & Doors, Soffits & Fascias, Fireplaces, Woodburners & Flues

01773 819933 07980 435236www.clsbuilders.co.uk [email protected]

TRUSTED TRADERS

• All aspects of Internal & External Joinery• Staircases• Windows & Doors• Flooring & Skirting• Kitchens• Decking

Tel: 01773 602446Mob: 07960 222298

M Scott Joiner

Newly designed boarding kennels & cattery to give your much-loved dog or cat a safe and happy environment in which to spend their holiday!

• CCTV, Alarms & Electric Gates• Secure 4 Acre Exercise Field

• Off-lead Exercise• Indoor Agility Course

• Grooming Parlour• Free Overnight Practice Stay

• Fish Tanks For Evening Viewing

Open Daily 10am – 6pm Viewing 12pm-3pmDerby Road (On A611), Kirkby-in-Ashfield, NG17 7QN

Tel: 01623 753174 www.coxmoorhousekennelsandcattery.com

Coxmoor House Kennels and Cattery


Directory

* Very competitive rates* Underfl oor heating* Extra sockets to a full re-wire* Showers and extractor fans* Security garden lighting* All work undertaken

01773 608278Mobile 07817 591686

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

LIMITED

REGISTERED ELECTRICAL INSTALLER

‘Part P’ Qualifi ed

Unbelievable Low PricesGATES

Double Flat Top3ft wide x 6 ft wide

£140 6ft high x 6ft wide

£240

Double Bow Top 3ft -4ft high x 6ft wide

£210 5ft -6ft x 10ft wide

£525

Uni1 1a, Taylor Lane Industrial Estate, Loscoe, Derbyshire DE75 7TA

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Audi’s new S3 Cabriolet is now ready to order with the first deliveries expected in September: 300 PS 2.0 TFSI quattro – 0-62mph in 5.4 seconds, 155mph top speed, combined MPG 39.8, CO2 165g/km – priced from £38,910 OTR

Standard equipment highlights include Magnetic Ride and Progressive steering. 2.0 TDI with 184 PS now also available for order, as a front-wheel drive manual or S tronic with quattro – prices start from £29,735 OTRRising temperatures call for a retractable roof, and for the first time in its three-generation history the high performance Audi S3 now has an answer to that call. The all-new 300PS S3 Cabriolet - the first ever soft-top version of the acclaimed high performance compact - is available to order now priced from £38,910 OTR and is set to arrive with UK customers from September.

At the same time, the TDI arm of the open-air A3 range has also been bolstered by a muscular 184PS 2.0-litre TDI engine which is notable as the first in the history of the A3 Cabriolet ever to

be offered with the option of quattro all-wheel-drive. Providing a highly desirable combination of strong performance and 65mpg-plus economy potential, the A3 Cabriolet 2.0 TDI 184PS joins the range priced from £29,735 OTR, and takes to our roads from October.

Common to both is of course a soft but extremely hard-wearing and exceptionally sound-absorbent acoustic soft-top with three-layer inner padding. This is stretched over a lightweight kinematic mechanism made of magnesium-steel which opens them up to the elements fully automatically in a little under 18 seconds at speeds of up to 31mph.

Beneath the bonnet of the trailblazing S3 is the acclaimed EU6-compliant 2.0 TFSI engine, linked exclusively here to six-speed S tronic transmission and apportioning its power four ways via the multi-plate clutch-based quattro all-wheel-drive system. Its substantial 300 PS power peak is available between 5,500 and 6,200rpm and peak torque of 380Nm is on tap from 1,800-5,500rpm, so a 5.4-second 0-62mph sprint and a governed 155mph top speed are well within its grasp. Combined fuel consumption stands at an impressive 39.8mpg, corresponding to CO2 emissions of 165g/km.

The S3 Cabriolet’s 19-inch alloy wheels amply fill the arches helped by sports suspension which lowers the body by 25mm over its A3 counterpart and the added tautness and composure it provides is boosted by standard Audi Magnetic Ride adaptive damping. Continuously analysing the driver’s style and the condition of the road, the system can adjust the damping forces applied by its magnetorheological fluid-filled shock absorbers within milliseconds. It offers three modes – Auto, Dynamic and Comfort – accessible via the Audi drive select system which is also fitted to this version as standard.


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Meet the new Ford Fiesta Zetec S Red and Black Edition twins -- two new Fiestas that combine head-turning looks, unexpected performance and excellent fuel efficiency.

Available to order now and in dealerships from September, the Fiesta Zetec S Red / Black Editions will be the most powerful 1.0-litre volume production cars ever. The new 140PS version of the 1.0-litre EcoBoost offers more power per litre than the Bugatti Veyron and the Ferrari 458 Speciale.

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A new series, For The Love of Cars, on TV has really captured my imagination. Car nut Philip Glenister (aka Gene Hunt, Life on Mars) has linked up with internationally renowned car designer Ant Anstead to scour the land for historic vehicles to restore to their former glory.

Restoration of homes, cars, furniture etc is a big market nowadays. Reclaim yards, antique shops, car boots and antiques fairs are all being frequented as people re- invent their homes to styles they like or used to enjoy which are now coming

back. Furniture is being made to look like stuff from days gone by. Why aren’t cars? Well For the Love of Cars may explain why!

They’ve restored the Mini Cooper, Triumph Stag, Ford Escort Mexico, MG, Land Rover and the Delorean. The interesting thing is that the programme can take you two ways - One: ‘I love that car, my dad had one, I had one donkeys years ago etc and I would like one to do up myself ’. Two: ‘I’m cured of wanting one due to the inordinate amount of energy, cost, disappointment and time involved.

On the up side they bought a Mini Cooper that had been stored in Ireland for 20 years for £9500, yep £9500 for a car that was built in 1961 and cost £679 when new, although you could have the Cooper S in 1963 for another £16.00! When fi nished, this restored Mini Cooper would yield a price at auc-tion of over £25,000. I’ve no idea how much the work cost but there’s a lot of scope between purchase price and sale price for a profi t. That’s if you can do the work!

What is it with these iconic cars that makes people go out and spend such money on them? How many of today’s cars will become classics in their own rights. Some I imagine view them as an investment and others purely nostalgia. It’s ironic that we all have memories of our favourite car and to us they are classics. Looking at car auction sites we can see that some cars reach great prices and others of the same era don’t. How can a 1971 Capri be worth £15,000, a 1963 Citroen 2CV £9,000 yet a modern car like a 5 year old Ford Mondeo can be picked up for less than £8,000. Which one will you spend the most on for repairs? Which one would you drive to London in? Which is the most economical? Which one would you take out if it rains? Which will get you home?

Memories fl ood back of my friend’s Mini, once he opened his sliding window only to see it keep going past the front wing! He also pulled the handbrake clean out of the fl oor. His front suspension collapsed completely, so had something in common with the Delorean but at the fraction of the price! A work colleague picked his girlfriend up in a mini to go out for a drive one rainy day, subsequently he hit a puddle and from some-where water sprayed over them soaking both to the skin. The courtship didn’t last! A friend owned a Citroen Dyanne Com-fort. The difference between the Dyanne Standard model and the Comfort was the wheel hubs! My old Mk 3 Cortina 2000 GT, I would have back tomorrow much to everyone’s horror. But why? The engine was lively, the seats with built in headrests held you in well, it had an instrument panel giving details on oil, battery, water and fuel and came complete with hints of autumn gold! I’d still have it back. Ah the beauties of an old car.

But that’s the nostalgia thing isn’t it, everything was much better back then. We remember the good bits and erase the problems. Which is a good thing because nothing would sell. Most people you meet have stories about their old cars. How many of today’s drivers will be able to relate tales of woe and despair? How many punctures do you see? Hardly any. Motoring just got bor-ing. When did you last breakdown and have to spend two hours in the pub waiting to be collected. Another avenue of pleasure cut off! Probably those who go out and buy something 30 years old, do it because modern cars seem to be pretty invincible and they like life on the edge.

Obviously folks who go and pay £31,000 for an old mini aren’t going to use it everyday because in a short period of time it won’t be worth £31,000..........or will it? That’s the guessing game with this car malarkey. A friend of mine in Staffordshire had a warehouse with at least 30 old cars, not all classic but some vin-tage . A few years ago he explained that the values had dropped, wiping thousands off his investment. However he is now seeing the values rise again.

I was interested in the fact that some of the cars, whilst icons of the motoring industry, had major production problems leading to lack of reliability and demise in reputation. Asking people today and stating a specifi c make and model can bring out the ‘tut tut, you don’t want to touch one of those with a bargepole’ comment or ‘totally unreliable’ to ‘I wish I’d never sold the TR7 it would be worth a bob or two now’.

What this programme emphasised is that these ‘problem’ cars can be sorted with proper engineering and attention to detail rather than ending with the infamous ‘Friday car’ tag. It’s like most things in life, do it properly at the start and it will minimise problems later. This was proved with the Stag as the engine was notorious for breaking down, yet with some TLC it was a good piece of engineering that sounded and performed well.

Question. If anyone was brave enough to remake the old Allegro complete with elliptical steering wheel , would you rush out and buy one?

If you enjoy cars have a look at For The Love of Cars, it’s on ‘catch-up’ I think. The last in the series is the cars being auctioned. What will the mini actually fetch? I’ll let you fi nd out.

This restoration of furniture nowadays seems to revolve around getting a tin of posh paint and splashing it all over the wood regardless of condition. ‘It’s a distressed washed look’ they say. I was daft enough to indulge in the fanciful idea that I had an eye for a bargain and bought an old kitchen chair from an antique(!) shop in Norfolk only to return home to fi nd it was riddled with woodworm. If I had bought it nearer to home I would have complained but taking a woodworm riddled chair on a 4 hour journey to the seaside seemed quite pointless. I painted it green and left it in the garden as a warning for me not to do it again. The sad thing is it must have been there eight years and looked quite good for all that time with a pot stuck where the webbing used to be. It collapsed eventually. I think the woodworm were holding out on me to prove a point. Perhaps they hadn’t missed Norfolk after all.

Interestingly what’s selling at the minute are old fi replaces. In the 70s and 80s people were ripping them out and skipping them. In their places appeared poor looking gas fi res. Now old fi replaces fetch good money.

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