Jonathan writes: The contents of the telephone kiosk (i.e. the ‘phone, directory shelf and fittings) have been removed over the last few days. Have BT deemed it uneconomic?
Archive for April, 2009
What’s happened to the Parwich phone box?
Posted in Services on Friday April 10, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Traffic signs of Parwich #5
Posted in Roads on Thursday April 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Here’s another junction sign, warning drivers entering the village on the main road that traffic might be pulling out from Smithy Close on the left hand side. Since Smithy Close is a relatively small cul-de-sac, is this junction sufficiently busy and/or hazardous to justify such a sign?
Many happy returns to Tony!
Posted in People on Thursday April 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This Saturday at the Legion: Elvis night.
Posted in British Legion, Events on Thursday April 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Meet Tilly…
Posted in Pets of Parwich, Photography on Thursday April 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This is Tilly Fentem from Manor Farm, Alsop-en-le-Dale. She is owned by Bethany, Hollie and Kacee.
Traffic signs of Parwich #4
Posted in Roads on Wednesday April 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
There is only one sign in the village indicating off-street parking – and it’s here, opposite the entrance to Blanche Meadow Farm. Is this area correctly signed? Are there any other off-street parking areas in Parwich which should be similarly signed? Do we even need a designated parking area? Or will the construction of the [...]
In the Stunner this week…
Posted in News on Wednesday April 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Letters, Page 8: “An inspiration to everyone.” Page 24: “The Best Parliamentarian We Never Had.“ Tribute is paid this week to Robert ‘Bob’ Goodall of Kniveton, who died last week at the age of 92. A staunch opponent of British membership of the European Union, Mr Goodall unsuccessfully fought seven parliamentary elections on behalf of [...]
A daff in full bloom.
Posted in Flora, Photography on Wednesday April 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Taken by John F-S towards the end of a sunny spring day. Gosh, is it nearly Easter already?
Ladies of Parwich go moonwalking… in their bras!
Posted in Events, People on Wednesday April 8, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Sandra and Rebecca are doing the Moonwalk in London on May 16th. They will be walking a full marathon length of 26+ miles, starting at midnight, to raise money for Breast Cancer projects. Here is a picture of them in training on the Tissington Trail. As it is traditional to do the Moonwalk in decorated [...]
Darts Knockout – CANCELLED
Posted in Events, Pre-school on Wednesday April 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Please note that the pre-school darts knockout, that was planned for tomorrow night at the Sycamore, has unfortuately been cancelled.
A message from Parwich and District Horticultural Society.
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Wednesday April 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
PDHS is thriving, despite the loss of much of the expertise and experience of previous members. While we still attach great importance to being able to grow and show the perfect dahlia and chrysanthemum, we also cater for the other end of the gardening spectrum: those who get excited when they manage to produce a [...]
Quiz tonight – Sycamore
Posted in Oddfellows, Pub on Wednesday April 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
There is a quiz tonight (Wednesday) at the Sycamore. Starts at 8pm. All proceeds will go to the St George’s Day Parade.
Traffic signs of Parwich #3
Posted in Roads on Tuesday April 7, 2009 | 3 Comments »
This sign indicates a left-hand junction with the lower end of Creamery Lane. Although the junction is not a particularly busy one, all traffic leaving the village from Creamery Lane, Croft Avenue, Monsdale Lane, Church Walk and Parsons Croft has to pull out onto the main road from here. Some will argue that it is [...]
Memorial Hall AGM minutes.
Posted in Memorial hall on Monday April 6, 2009 | 8 Comments »
Please click here to view the minutes of the Memorial Hall’s Management Committee AGM, which took place on 24th March 2009. The minutes are in printer-friendly PDF format.
Y-Not Headliner Surprise
Posted in Music, Y-Not on Monday April 6, 2009 | 5 Comments »
The Blog Team have received this intriguing message from the Y-Not Festival organisers: Hey crazy cats! The Y Not team are bubbling over with excitement… We’ve just confirmed a top class act to headline the Y Not Festival on the evening of Saturday the 1st of August… Head to our website first thing Tuesday morning [...]
Traffic signs of Parwich #2
Posted in Roads on Monday April 6, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Four identical traffic signs have been grouped together for this post, for reasons that should become obvious…
Pets of Parwich: Wallace & Willow
Posted in Pets of Parwich, Photography on Monday April 6, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
These two like to catnap almost as much as their owners……..! Got a photo of your pet? Send it in to parwich@hotmail.co.uk and we’ll make your loved one famous!
Pets of Parwich: Millie Noble.
Posted in Pets of Parwich, Photography on Monday April 6, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This is Millie relaxing at her country estate, posing for her formal portrait. Please click Millie to admire her in greater detail.
A day of celebration – St George’s Day with the Oddfellows & The Church Fete
Posted in A52s, Church, Events, Music, Oddfellows on Sunday April 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
On Sunday 26th April Parwich village will be celebrating St George’s Day with a day full of events. It starts at 10.15am with an Oddfellows parade from The British Legion, accompanied by Doveholes Brass Band. Everyone is invited to join in this procession, and children are encouraged to dress up either as St George or [...]
Dorothy’s beautiful woodland garden
Posted in Gardens on Sunday April 5, 2009 | 3 Comments »
As you round the corner by the turn-off to the School, a rather special sight greets your eyes. Over the last few years, an area of ‘wilderness’ has been transformed into a calming, charming woodland garden. This transformation has been achieved thanks to an enormous amount of hard work by Dorothy L, who has realised [...]
A dangerous fault line on the B5056 near the Bentley Brook?
Posted in Roads on Sunday April 5, 2009 | 1 Comment »
A number of villagers have expressed concern over the state of the B5056 near the Bentley Brook. Mike H says: Does anybody else feel as concerned as I do at the rate at which the road is slipping at the temporary traffic lights by the Bentley Brook? The road sinks further week by week and [...]
Traffic signs of Parwich #1
Posted in Roads on Sunday April 5, 2009 | 3 Comments »
Some people like traffic signs. Parwich can be a confusing place for drivers who haven’t been here before: there are tricky bends, dead ends and narrow roads to negotiate, and there’s always the danger of encountering a young child or a household pet around the next corner. If our traffic signs prevent even one serious [...]
Use it or Lose it.
Posted in Societies on Sunday April 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This year sees the 19th Season of the Parwich Crown Green Bowling Club, but could this be its final year? We are still attempting to get more new members but to no avail. Why not come along and enjoy these great facilities, the new season starts on Monday with evening sessions on Mondays at 6pm until [...]
What’s on Where this Week
Posted in Events on Sunday April 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
What’s on Where this Week Date Time Event Location Monday 6pm-dusk Introduction to Bowling – Come along and have a go – Everyone Welcome. Bowling Club Monday 7.30pm Memorial Hall Committee Meeting – Follow up with the Architect Memorial Hall Monday 7.30 Horticultural Committee meeting The Sycamore Tuesday 2pm Trust House Charitable Foundation meeting with [...]
Weekly Weather Update
Posted in Weather on Sunday April 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Last week’s weather data: Rainfall in mm Pressure in Mb am Pressure in Mb pm Temperature in ºC Max Min Sun 29th 0 1009 1009 11.8 -1.8 Mon 30th 0 1012 1015 11.0 0.6 Tue 31st 0 1027 1018 15.8 4.5 Wed 1st 0 1017 1019 16.9 8.3 Thurs 2nd 0 1019 1017 13.5 [...]
W.I. fashion show and sale, Thursday April 16th.
Posted in Events, Societies on Saturday April 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Please note that the trip to Kedelston by the W.I. has been postponed until later in the year.
Parwich First Responders Group expands
Posted in First Responders on Saturday April 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
A slightly belated notice to say that we now have three additional members of the Parwich First Responders - Val S, Colin B snd Ben B. Congratulations to you on completing your training and many thanks for providing your time to support this essential service. Parwich First Responders now comprise 21 front line volunteers. The addition of new responders [...]
Birthday greetings to the Marshall boys 100 years old!
Posted in People on Saturday April 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Cyberscouts – Can you help?
Posted in Cyberscouts on Saturday April 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The new Cyberscouts have proved to be very popular in our area and we will see some of them joining the parade & Church service in the village at The St George’s Day Parade on Sunday 26th April. Unfortunately one of their leaders is leaving and they desperately need some more helpers/leader. Why not find out more? [...]
Faulty Traffic Lights, Potholes etc.
Posted in Police, Roads, Services on Saturday April 4, 2009 | 5 Comments »
At Thursday night’s Annual Parish Council meeting, the problems of our “temporary” traffic lights were discussed at length. These first set of lights going towards Ashbourne but after Bradbourne Mill – the road should be sorted by late summer. As for the second set of lights nearer to Bentley Brook, there is no timescale as [...]
SOS Fashion Show & Sale
Posted in Societies on Friday April 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
16th April – 7.30pm – Memorial Hall £3 entrance SOS Fashion Show & Sale leading High Street Names M&S, Next, River Island, Dorothy Perkins, Etam, Wallis,Evans, Jane Norman, Gap, Pilot, Principles & New Look Organised by the WI – another Community Event
Minutes from Tissington Safer Neighbourhood Community Forum
Posted in Police on Friday April 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
TISSINGTON SAFER NEIGHBOURHOOD COMMUNITY FORUM MINUTES Thursday 12th March 2009, 7.30pm at Kniveton Village Hall
Easter Events from the National Park
Posted in Events, Out & About on Friday April 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Cracking Easter holiday events at Peak District Visitor Centres Spring Fun Days at Peak District National Park visitor centres will show how nature stages its own Easter egg-stravaganza in the wild. Children can join in free fun activities while learning how to protect wild birds and other creatures at this crucial time of year for [...]
Credit Crunch Savings
Posted in Classified adverts on Friday April 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
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School’s Easter Service – Everyone Welcome
Posted in School on Thursday April 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow morning at 9.15am there will be an Easter Service in the Church, led by the children of Parwich School, with readings and singing. Everyone in the village is welcome to come along.
Film Night Tomorrow
Posted in Films on Thursday April 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
PG 12 PARWICH MEMORIAL HALL FRIDAY 3rd April 7.45pm Free Entrance. Refreshments . Raffle . Big screen Silent projection Hi Fi Sound Special hi-fi headphones for those with hearing difficulties, please ask.
Parishioners Annual Open Meeting of the Council Tonight
Posted in Parish Council on Thursday April 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
A G E N D A ANNUAL OPEN MEETING – Tonight at 7pm
April Fool’s Stunner
Posted in News on Wednesday April 1, 2009 | 1 Comment »
It’s that time of the week again with the release of the 1 April edition of the Stunner – available to buy in the pub or to read on your computer when the e-edition goes on-line. I will start with a story which appears later in the paper but celebrates the achievements of Parwich’s own [...]
Credit Crunch Savings
Posted in Classified adverts on Wednesday April 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
RyanAir have just released £5 flights including taxes (but not all the optional charges) the offer is only available until midnight tomorrow. i.e. – Sat 9th May returning Wed 13th May – £5 each way from East Midlands to Carcassonne. There are 20 destinations available from East Midlands & 27 from Birmingham. You do have [...]
A pioneering source of renewable energy for Parwich?
Posted in Environment, Memorial hall, Ornithology on Wednesday April 1, 2009 | 16 Comments »
The Parwich Memorial Hall funding group are currently preparing a grant application which, if successful, will make our new Hall entirely self-sufficient for all its energy needs – as well as generating extra electricity for the village. Due to our location at the end of a valley, residents will be aware of how windy it [...]


