Our very very loved, but very very naughty Golden Retreiver, BART has been missing for approx 16 hours. Although Bart is renowned for “razzling” and running off, it is usually only for about 1 hour max. We are very worried about him, if anyone should see him, please please let us know! If you don’t [...]
Archive for July, 2009
MISSING DOG – PLEASE HELP!!!!
Posted in Classified adverts on Thursday July 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Have Your Say
Posted in Events, Police on Thursday July 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Residents across Derbyshire will be given their chance to comment on policing in the county at a series of events. Our nearest event will be on Thursday 13th August -10am-4pm in the Horse and Jockey Yard, Ashbourne. ‘Have Your Say’ was introduced seven years ago as a way to find out what the public thinks [...]
Interest in allotments
Posted in Gardens on Thursday July 30, 2009 | 3 Comments »
There has been a little interest in our last two posts on the idea of allotments Allotments? Local interest in allotments Parwich & District Horticultural Society discussed the idea at their last committee meeting and offered to co-ordinate any interest and possible garden sites. The easiest option would be to try to bring together those [...]
Looking for a house to rent
Posted in Classified adverts, People on Thursday July 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This post has been emailed into parwich@hotmail.co.uk Hello. My name is Diane Brown. At the moment I live in Atlow where I have lived for 12 years. I am looking for a house to rent for now, with a possibility of buying in the longer term: preferably somewhere with 4 bedrooms. I’m sure you’ll all [...]
Lewis Noble painting summer school in Parwich in August
Posted in Arts on Wednesday July 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Local artist Lewis Noble is running a Summer School based at his studio in Parwich during August. This will run for two weeks Mon-Fri 17-21 Aug and 24-28. You can attend for either week or both. The sessions will provide the opportunity to work alongside a professional artist, with the aim to create finished pieces [...]
This week’s Stunner
Posted in News on Wednesday July 29, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Available in the Sycamore or online: p.23 – Painting lesson in the countryside – an article about Lewis Noble’s two landscape painting courses being run during August this summer. Running from 17-21 August and 24-28 August, the courses cost £350 per week. Email lewis@nobleart.co.uk if you are interested in booking one of only four places [...]
Wanted
Posted in Classified adverts on Tuesday July 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Have you got a double bed that you would like to sell, if so Debbie W is looking for one. Please ring her on 568.
Reminiscing
Posted in People on Tuesday July 28, 2009 | 2 Comments »
Hi there! I just want to say how much I like your site! I have no links with Parwich now, which makes me feel very sad, but after viewing your site I have a warm glow and stimulated memories. My father’s was Frank Gibbs, brother of Leonard, Harold,Jessie,Audrey and Kenneth, son of Charles and Norah [...]
Rag Rag No. 2 still available
Posted in Project Parwich on Tuesday July 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Have laughs galore with the second version of Parwich’s own Rag Mag. It’s available now and there are a few copies left – contact Paul on 488. It costs £2.50 and donations from sales will go to various Parwich Projects / Groups, such as the pre-school.
Showers coming our way
Posted in Weather on Tuesday July 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If we get any clear nights over the next fornight and you’re out after midnight, lie down on the ground away from bright lights, look up into the night sky and admire the meteor showers that we will be seeing in our skies. The best time to see them is between midnight and dawn. The [...]
Car Security in Quiet Car Parks
Posted in Police on Tuesday July 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Though it does not seem to be a current problem, we are at that time when car break-ins increase in the car parks on the trails and quieter lanes. Locally Minninglow and Alsop Station car parks are possible targets. Try not to leave any valuables in the car, and put jackets, handbags, etc out of [...]
‘Panoramic Five’ Fell Race next week
Posted in Memorial hall, Sport on Monday July 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
click on poster to enlarge Also click here to download an entry form.
The Lights of Parwich results
Posted in Competition on Sunday July 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The competition closed this evening with four very close entries. The correct answers are: Fair Oak, Monsdale Lane Blue Bell Cottage, Monsdale Lane Church Farm, Creamery Lane Orchard Farm, Monsdale Lane No. 5 Chestnut Cottages The Old Shop, The Square (or School Lane) The Cottage, Lenscliffe Walnut Cottage, Dam Lane (or Shaw Lane) The Hall, [...]
The weather summary
Posted in Weather on Sunday July 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Last week’s readings are: Rainfall in mm Pressure in Mb am Pressure in Mb pm Temperature in ºC Max Min Sun 19th 8 1007.3 1007.8 17.2 11.4 Mon 20th 0 1009.7 1012.0 20.0 7.6 Tue 21st 8 1009.1 1002.4 17.0 8.9 Wed 22nd 4 999.1 999.6 17.5 11.9 Thu 23rd 2 1000.1 1003.0 20.4 11.5 [...]
Probably nothing
Posted in Young people on Saturday July 25, 2009 | 6 Comments »
Yesterday afternoon (Friday 24th July) a man in a car stopped near the Memorial Hall to ask an eight year old girl directions to another village. The chances are this was just what it appears to be, someone asking for directions, however the mother, when the child told her about it, was left with an [...]
Waterloo Road actors party in Manchester
Posted in Tom Chambers on Saturday July 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Tom Chambers and other members of the Waterloo Road cast were photographed by the Manchester Evening News at a show in Manchester. It was the Lady Boys of Bangkok, and the paper’s website has a couple of excellent photos. Tom is filming for his new role in Waterloo Road as head teacher of the enlarged [...]
Competition closes Sunday evening
Posted in Competition on Friday July 24, 2009 | 3 Comments »
There are only a few days left to enter the competition. Click here to print out the pictures. So far we have had just one entry, who just fell short of ten out of ten. However if no one else enters he will win. Click on the poster to find out more. Also if you [...]
Advice needed on things to do in the Peak District
Posted in Out & About on Thursday July 23, 2009 | 2 Comments »
While we are away on our summer holiday, my sister and her two kids will be having their summer holiday at our house. Her kids are 18 months and 3 and a half years old. As we arrived here when our kids were a bit older than that, I don’t know all the best local [...]
Happy Birthday Wyatt
Posted in People on Thursday July 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Mrs Black`s and Mrs Williamson`s leaving party
Posted in People, School on Wednesday July 22, 2009 | 3 Comments »
Mrs Black`s and Mrs Williamson`s Leaving party 22/07/09 This afternoon saw the leaving party at Parwich Primary School of Joanne Black and Diane Williamson. What a lovely afternoon it turned out to be. The children gave a presentation of music and song to the teachers, parents and friends, followed by gifts flowers and afternoon tea. [...]
This week in the Stunner
Posted in News on Wednesday July 22, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Available as always in the Sycamore or online, this week’s Ashbourne News Telegraph has the following stories: p.1: Pedal Power to boost trade: A free bike hire scheme and a free minibus will encourage shoppers at the new Marks & Spencers Food Store to travel into Ashbourne town centre to continue their shopping. p.2: Fond [...]
‘Panoramic Five’ advance registration form
Posted in Memorial hall, Sport on Tuesday July 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The big race approaches, The Parwich Panoramic Five fell race is on Tuesday 4th August. However there is still time to take advantage of the cheaper advance registration at £4 for the Main Event. Click here to download the entry form. Don’t worry if you don’t get the form off in time, you can also [...]
Places available for trip to Arley Hall & Gardens – Tomorrow
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Tuesday July 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
There are still a few places available on the Horticultural Trip to Arley Hall and Gardens tomorrow. The coach leaves the Green at 9-30am and includes a guided tour of the gardens with the head gardener paid for by the Society. Costs are £10 for members and £15 for non-members. If you are interested please [...]
What’s on Where this Week
Posted in Events on Monday July 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
What’s on Where this Week Date Time Event Location Monday 8pm Memorial Hall Committee Meeting Memorial Hall Wednesday Horticultural Trip to Arley Hall & Gardens (Liz H – 302) Wednesday from 1.30pm Everyone invited to the leaving party for Mrs Williamson and Mrs Black Parwich School Wednesday 6pm & 7.15pm Pilates Memorial Hall [...]
Properties for sale or rent.
Posted in Housing on Monday July 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
IMPORTANT: These details have been updated elsewhere. Please click here for our most recent property round-up. Hope Croft, Parwich. 3 bed semi-detached, £365,000 Lenscliffe, Parwich. 3 bed semi-detached, £550 pcm Pikehall, 6 bed farmhouse, £699,950 Smithy Lane, Parwich. 2 bed cottage, £595 pcm The list will be updated again next month. Until then, you will [...]
Royal Crown Derby prize for Parwich Panoramic Five
Posted in Memorial hall, Sport on Monday July 20, 2009 | 2 Comments »
The organisers of the Parwich Panoramic Five Fell race are delighted to announce that one of Royal Crown Derby’s exciting new porcelain figurines – appropriately enough a fast cat, has been kindly donated as first prize for the race by Mr Hugh Gibson, Chairman of the famous Derby based fine China manufacturer. The figurine of [...]
Visit Fenny Bentley Church
Posted in History, Out & About, Societies on Monday July 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
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Open invitation
Posted in People, School on Monday July 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
After many years’ service to Parwich Primary School, Mrs Black and Mrs Williamson are leaving. Staff, pupils and members of the village both past and present are invited to an afternoon of song and music in celebration of their time here. RSVP Parwich Primary School on 01335 390245 or at headteacher@parwich.derbyshire.sch.uk. Please pass on information [...]
Hanging basket entries by Friday
Posted in Flora, Gardens on Monday July 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
click on poster to enlarge Click here to download an entry form as a pdf.
Go to the Y-Not Festival for free
Posted in Y-Not on Sunday July 19, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
We still have some volunteering opportunities for the Y-NOT FESTIVAL! (Details are attached: click here for Y-Not Festival Steward and here for Festival Green Police) Volunteers must be age 16+ and can volunteer on the same shift as their friends which is fun. When you are not volunteering, you are free (for free!) to enjoy [...]
The week’s weather reading
Posted in Weather on Sunday July 19, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Last week’s readings are: Rainfall in mm Pressure in Mb am Pressure in Mb pm Temperature in ºC Max Min Sun 12th 5 1002.2 1005.3 20.0 12.5 Mon 13th 6 1004.2 1005.0 20.7 8.9 Tue 14th 5 1005.3 1006.1 20.3 10.7 Wed 15th 4 1003.3 1009.4 20.5 12.4 Thu 16th 7 1003.9 1010.4 19.9 9.4 [...]
New Vicar Appointed
Posted in Church, News, People on Sunday July 19, 2009 | 8 Comments »
Excellent news, a new vicar has been appointed to the group benefice of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington. It is the Rev. Dr. Andy Larkin, who will be moving to our parish at the beginning of January. Andy Larkin says of himself: At present, my family and I live in Brailsford and I [...]
The Panoramic Five Fell Race
Posted in Memorial hall, Sport on Saturday July 18, 2009 | 1 Comment »
If you are willing to help either on the Monday 3rd or Tuesday 4th August, with preparations for the race, or during the race, assisting with registration and marshalling, please contact either Paul Drummond (561), Don Higgins (773) or Graham Johnson (344). It should be a brilliant night.
Competition – win £10
Posted in Competition on Friday July 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Don’t miss out on our competition. Click here to print out the pictures, so you can go round the village to locate the lights. So far we have had no entries, which means if you enter, you stand a very good chance of winning. Click on the poster to find out more. Also if you [...]
Anyone ordering oil?
Posted in Classified adverts, Oil on Thursday July 16, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Do you need to order oil? Nia asked us to say she is about to order some oil, and if anyone else wants to order with her to get a bulk discount please contact her directly (or alternatively email parwich@hotmail.co.uk and we will forward your message). Peak: 01246 450 242 Halso: 01335 345 440 4 [...]
The Stunner
Posted in News on Wednesday July 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
This week’s Ashbourne News Telegraph is available in The Sycamore or online p1. Schools hit by swine flu – Schools in the area are hit with suspected swine flu cases. p.4. Church restoration fund boosted by trio concert enjoyed by a packed out crowd at St Peters, they hope to return next year, meanwhile another [...]
de Parys Trio part 2
Posted in Church, Music on Wednesday July 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Here is the second clip from last Saturday’s concert. If you want to see or hear more contact Martin tel 390-529 to order a DVD or CD. Note: The lost property is still unclaimed: a ring found in the Church and a car aerial found outside.
This year’s Horticultural Show cancelled
Posted in Gardens, Societies on Wednesday July 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
It is with great sadness that Parwich and District Horticultural Society have made the decision to not hold their annual show this year. At a committee meeting held last week there was much discussion regarding alternative venues, due to the rebuild of the Memorial Hall, and possible changing the format of the show. However, it [...]
WI meeting tomorrow: ‘Moving to Derbyshire’
Posted in Events, Societies on Wednesday July 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
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de Parys trio plays Parwich
Posted in Church, Music on Wednesday July 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
For those that missed it and those that just want reminding, here is the first of two clips of the de Parys trio at last Saturday’s concert in St. Peter’s
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