An improvement on the week before: Rainfall in mm Pressure in Mb am Pressure in Mb pm Temperature in ºC Max Min Sun 24th 4 1007.0 1002.2 19.7 12.5 Mon 25th 0 1009.4 1011.1 21.8 12.1 Tue 26th 0 1015.4 1017.1 18.7 15.1 Wed 27th 0 1016.3 1017.8 18.9 15.0 Thurs 28th 0 1018.1 [...]
Archive for August, 2008
Last week’s weather 31st Aug
Posted in Weather on Sunday August 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Parwich tennis drama
Posted in Sport on Sunday August 31, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
At Parwich tennis club yesterday our redoubtable mixed doubles second team took on Darley Dale, hoping to add to our single win so far this season. We got off to a flying start when one of our opponents didn’t turn up, meaning that we were awarded three of the nine sets before a ball was [...]
Burning the midnight oil
Posted in Memorial hall on Saturday August 30, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Spare a thought for those that have been working incredibly hard on our behalf to complete the Big Lottery Fund bid for the Memorial Hall project. The deadline is on Tuesday, and various people (including Amanda, Brian, Kevin, Lynette, Mike and Val, as well as lots of others) have put in and are still putting in [...]
Police Ringmaster – Thefts from garden sheds
Posted in Police on Saturday August 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
There has been an increase in the theft of gardening equipment recently, mainly hedge trimmers, chainsaws, etc, from gardens, sheds & outbuildings. Ensure that such items are locked away securely. Make a note of serial numbers for your possessions, mark items with your postcode plus your house number or the first two letters of the [...]
Academic success for local students
Posted in Young people on Saturday August 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Well deserved best wishes to all our A-level and GCSE students An extra specical well done to Catherine for her 12 A and A* GCSEs (sold short in the Ashbourne Telegraph, and unfortunately also here on PARWICH.ORG, please accept our apologies). All best wishes to those starting their A-level courses in a weeks time and to [...]
New logo hits the streets
Posted in School on Saturday August 30, 2008 | 1 Comment »
The new logo for Parwich Primary School was announced in July. It was designed by Charlotte B, who will be starting secondary school very soon. It has now arrived fully in the streets of Parwich on the new School sign put up this week. To see the sign click on
What films do you want to see?
Posted in Films on Friday August 29, 2008 | 1 Comment »
We are now planning for the up coming film season for: Do let us know what you would like to see, either mainstream cinema for the regular once a month Friday nights, or children’s, classics or foreign language films for possible extra slots? Either leave your comments below or contact Arnold, Martin or Peter.
Dates for your diary
Posted in Church, Events on Friday August 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Saturday 20th September – 10am-noon – Coffee Morning at Dam Farm (Helen P’s house) – Come for a natter & opportunity to catch up with friends & neighbours & help us to raise some money for the Church Kneeler project. Sunday 21st – Harvest Festival at St Peter’s with Parwich Methodist’s. Monday 22nd September – [...]
Strictly Congratulations!
Posted in News, People, Tom Chambers on Thursday August 28, 2008 | 4 Comments »
After some press leaks over the weekend, it has now been officially confirmed that Parwich’s Holby City star Tom Chambers (Sam Strachan) will be one of the contenders on the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing. The competition will be broadcast live on Saturdays, with the results of each stage being announced the following day. Tom is [...]
Parwich Horticultural Show
Posted in Events, Gardens on Thursday August 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Don’t forget, this year’s Annual Flower & Vegetable Show is to take place on Sunday 7th September in the Memorial Hall. This year’s Annual Flower & Vegetable Show is to take place on Sunday 7th September in the Memorial Hall. Classes are within the following categories: The 2008 Parwich Annual Flower & Vegetable Show Schedule [...]
This week’s stunner
Posted in News on Wednesday August 27, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Are all the movers and shakers of Alsop, Ballidon, Parwich & Pikehall on holiday? Well here are some possible local interest items in today’s (27th August 2008) Ashbourne News Telegraph: p.2 Hartington Cheese Factory is now officially owned by Long Clawson Dairy Ltd. People wanting to comment on this to the OFT have until Friday [...]
August Newsletter from PC Ian Cooper
Posted in Police on Wednesday August 27, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
UPDATE FROM YOUR LOCAL OFFICER August 2008 Not too many incidents to report this past month, but a few items of interest to pass on. Since the last newsletter we have had the Community Forum held at Tissington Village Hall, and also a Crime Prevention Event at Kniveton Village Hall. We’ve had some [...]
PARWICH.ORG, first with all the celebrity gossip!
Posted in News, People, Tom Chambers on Tuesday August 26, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Tom Chambers was back in the newspapers over the weekend – but in this instance, PARWICH.ORG was ahead of the press pack by nearly four months… How long until they sign him up for Strictly Come Dancing, one wonders…? – PARWICH.ORG, Monday April 28th. Click here for the full post. Holby City hunk Tom Chambers [...]
Parwich Snail Trail Sale
Posted in Classified adverts, Events, Memorial hall, Project Parwich on Tuesday August 26, 2008 | 1 Comment »
It’s not too late to join the Snail Trail Sale- so far Barbara has 19 people who could be making a small fortune at their garden gate selling all those things too valuable to throw away but too much effort to do anything else about. You can sell anything from antiques, unwanted furniture, Aunty’s Christmas [...]
Summer Flowering
Posted in Photography on Monday August 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Some blooming lovely flowers!
2012 here we come!
Posted in People, Sport on Sunday August 24, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Parwich was outstandingly represented in the Bradbourne Fell Race – a hard & wet 6 mile run, crossing the stream twice & up exceptionally muddy banks. The nearest fells maybe a couple of hours drive away, but it “felt like fell running”. Parwich runners included Paul & Alex D, Graham J & Nia L, George [...]
Last week’s weather 24/8/08
Posted in Weather on Sunday August 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Please find the soggy records for the w/e 23rd August Rainfall in mm Pressure in Mb am Pressure in Mb pm Temperature in ºC Max Min Sun 17th 20 1002.2 1005.9 18.0 11.9 Mon 18th 10 1001.4 998.0 16.4 12.0 Tue 19th 6 995.1 1000.7 15.8 12.7 Wed 20th 5 1005.0 1009.1 18.3 12.3 [...]
The reopening of Alsop church in 1883
Posted in Church, History on Saturday August 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
A splendid article from the Derby Mercury of May 23rd, 1883, has recently been drawn to our attention, describing the reopening of Alsop church following the major rebuilding programme which resulted in the church as we know it today. Ten clergy, including the Archdeacon of Derby, and a large number of gentry including “the misses FitzHerbert”, were present [...]
Two special dedications at tomorrow’s Methodist Service.
Posted in Church, People on Saturday August 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow at the Methodist Service held in Parwich Church at 2.30pm sees the dedication of the lectern in memory of Minnie Smith and the glass cross in memory of John Lees. Everyone is welcome to the service. Minnie Smith by her daughter Jan Smith. We are dedicating a new lectern in memory of my Mum, [...]
Green Bins – was yours emptied?
Posted in Services on Friday August 22, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Did anyone not have their green bins emptied yesterday – we certainly didn’t. I have been onto the environmental hotline and they have said that if a number of streets have been missed out they will try to send the contractors back out. Please either ring 01629 761215 or ring Jane on 665 or let [...]
Secret Gardens of Bakewell – This Sunday
Posted in Events, Gardens on Friday August 22, 2008 | 1 Comment »
SECRET GARDENS OF BAKEWELL from 2pm to 6pm on Sunday 24th August. It is a chance to see parts of Bakewell not normally available, there are some lovely garden treasures tucked away, some are large & some small, with interesting plant collections and fabulous views – all are very access friendly. The gardens are situated [...]
Cannabis haul in Biggin
Posted in News, Police on Thursday August 21, 2008 | 3 Comments »
Derbyshire Constabulary seized 300 cannabis plants at a house in Biggin on Tuesday. They are still investigating, and their press release reports a 24 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of producing cannabis and is due to appear in Chesterfield Magistrates Court. Detective Inspector Jed Lowe said: “The warrant was executed after we [...]
Nominations wanted for Derbyshire Dales Sports Awards – by Tuesday
Posted in Sport on Thursday August 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
2008 Derbyshire Dales Sports Awards Following the success of the last two years’ Sports Awards, we are pleased that details of the 2008 event have now been unveiled. This is an important opportunity to celebrate people across the Derbyshire Dales who have made a significant contribution to sport in a variety of ways whether as [...]
Ideas for this Bank Holiday Weekend.
Posted in Alsop, Arts, Events on Thursday August 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Sat to Sat 30th – Well Dressings at Eyam & Foolow. Sat – Mind, Body & Soul Fair at Hartington Village Hall – 10am-6pm Sun & Mon - Craft & Gift Fayre at Hartington Village Hall – 10am-5pm Sun - Bradbourne Fell Race – 10am Sun – Secret Gardens of Bakewell – 2-6pm – Within the centre of [...]
Recipe ideas for surplus vegetables
Posted in Uncategorized on Wednesday August 20, 2008 | 4 Comments »
At this time of the year some of you may have surplus vegetables growing in your garden. So if you have any good recipes that you are willing to pass on, please email them into parwich@hotmail.co.uk If you have more ideas for courgettes you could add them to the comment box below. So if you [...]
What the paper says
Posted in News on Wednesday August 20, 2008 | 2 Comments »
The weeks just role by and it’s Wednesday again, with the Ashbourne News Telegraph – 20th Aug 2008- dropping on my doormat again. Stories this week include: p.1 M&S bid to open a food store on the Waterside retail estate, which is presumably mixed news for Ashbourne. (p.7 also the Stunner is running a pole to [...]
Press Release issued by Peak Park Authority
Posted in Memorial hall, News, Peak Park, Planning on Tuesday August 19, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Thank you to Gareth Butterfield of the Ashbourne News Telegraph for forwarding the following to PARWICH.ORG: NEWS RELEASE FROM THE PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY PR 519 – 18 August 2008 Approval for two new village halls in national park The Peak District National Park planning committee has given unanimous approval for two new village halls [...]
Re-launch of a Parwich enterprise
Posted in Arts, Classified adverts, People on Tuesday August 19, 2008 | 1 Comment »
The Autumn Flame Candle Company, based in Parwich, is to be re-launched. Tracy Marshall first set up the Company, making and selling candles from her own home between four and five years ago. “I was always interested in art and crafts and wanting to make my own things. I was interested in making cards and got [...]
Properties for sale or rent.
Posted in Housing on Monday August 18, 2008 | 1 Comment »
IMPORTANT: These details have been updated elsewhere. Please click here for our most recent property round-up. Since last month’s round-up, one property has been sold and one new property has appeared on the market. As ever, if your property is missing from this list, then please let us know. Hideaway Cottage, The Square, Parwich. 2 [...]
Sponsored Ride or Stride for the Church
Posted in Church, People on Monday August 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Why not join in the sponsored Ride and Stride Saturday 13th September 10am until 6pm in aid of Derbyshire Churches & Chapels Preservation Trust We need people to either walk or cycle around the local churches (approximately 11miles) or to help out by acting as recorders for the participants when they arrive at Parwich Church. Another [...]
Fell racing in Bradbourne, Sunday August 24.
Posted in Events, Out & About, Sport on Sunday August 17, 2008 | 8 Comments »
Never mind “Team GB”’s antics in the Olympics – come and watch “Team Parwich”, or better still come and be a part of “Team Parwich”, in the BRADBOURNE VILLAGE FELL RACE next Sunday 24 August at 10am. It is run over two laps of a 3 Mile beautiful course, one of the most picturesque courses [...]
Weather Report 17th Aug 2008
Posted in Weather on Sunday August 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Here is our Weatherman’s weekly summary: Rainfall in mm Pressure in Mb am Pressure in Mb pm Temperature in ºC Max Min Sun 10th 0 999.8 1003.1 20.7 11.8 Mon 11th 0 1003.7 1001.6 18.4 13.3 Tue 12th 14 993.0 993.4 17.4 11.5 Wed 13th 3 995.8 1001.4 18.4 9.2 Thurs 14th 0 1009.4 [...]
Minutes of the Safer Neighbourhood Team Community Forum
Posted in Police on Sunday August 17, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Here are few key points that were raised at the Safer Neighbourhood Meeting held in Tissington in July. 1. The Matron at Whitworth Hospital, Darley Dale has asked that the services of this hospital’s minor A&E department be publicised as an alternative to the DRI as an advantage to our communities for it’s shorter waiting times. [...]
Second Pilates Class – 5 spaces available.
Posted in Sport on Saturday August 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Our Pilates class has proved so popular that we are running a second session from September. It will take place in the Parwich Memorial Hall from 7.15-8.15pm on Wednesdays. There are 5 more spaces left for this class. The teacher is Tricia Durdey who trained with the Pilates Foundation. She is based in Wirksworth where [...]
Global Sounds Event Tonight At Wirksworth
Posted in Events, Out & About on Saturday August 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Three bands – Mankala Beat, Más Y Más and Quirky Turquoise – are due to take the stage on Saturday 16th August, 7pm – 11.30pm for an outdoor mini festival behind the Lime Kiln pub in Wirksworth.
Planning approved for new Memorial Hall
Posted in Memorial hall, News, Planning on Friday August 15, 2008 | 7 Comments »
After 1 ½ hours and super presentations by all, planning permission was granted. Subject to funding this is how our new Memorial Hall will look. The first item on the Agenda was a rebuild of the village hall at Over Haddon, which was approved unanimously by the Committee. They are currently also going for the [...]
Ashbourne Show – Tomorrow
Posted in Events on Friday August 15, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Saturday sees the 17th Ashbourne Show, run by Ashbourne Shire Horse Society. The Show provides a wonderful day out with entertainment and competitions for people of all ages and every background. The Show is held each year in the beautiful estate village of Osmaston, situated two miles from Ashbourne. There is free parking at the [...]
Trip to Southport – seats available
Posted in Societies on Friday August 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
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Posted in About this site on Thursday August 14, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
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Come to Bakewell tomorrow – 10-15am
Posted in Memorial hall, Planning on Thursday August 14, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
We need your support at tomorrow’s Planning Committee hearing our application for redeveloping the Memorial Hall. The Planning Committee meeting starts at 10am Friday 15th Aug and is in the Conference Room at the Bakewell Agricultural Business Centre. We are second on the Agenda after an application for a new village hall at Over Haddon, so you will need to [...]
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