On page six of the Spring 2011 edition of “Dales Matters” (which is the magazine that is distributed to all households served by Derbyshire Dales District Council), there is a feature on last year’s opening of Parwich Memorial Hall. The construction project was awarded £2000 of financial support by DDDC’s Community Fund, which went towards [...]
Archive for February, 2011
Parwich featured in “Dales Matters”
Posted in Local government, Memorial hall on Monday February 28, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Properties for sale or rent
Posted in Housing on Monday February 28, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
IMPORTANT: These details have been updated elsewhere. Please click here for our most recent property round-up. Nethergreen Farm and Barn, 4 bed, £650,000. Note that this is the combined price for the two Nethergreen properties, which are also available separately – see below. Pikehall Lane, 3 bed bungalow, £595,000. Nethergreen Farm, 2 bed detached, £425,000. [...]
Royal Wedding: Friday April 29th
Posted in Events on Monday February 28, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
PARWICH.ORG is delighted to hear that the Carnival and Recreation Committee are planning a village celebration of the forthcoming Royal Wedding. If you have any ideas for activities, the committee would be pleased to hear from you. Alternatively, feel free to drop the blog team an email at the usual address, and we will make [...]
Duck Race – Fundraising for St George’s Day parade
Posted in Events on Monday February 28, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Paul and Jacqui Jesson – Appeal for 9 Sycamore Cottages
Posted in Housing, People on Monday February 28, 2011 | 2 Comments »
We have received the following from Paul and Jacqui: Firstly Paul and I would like to thank you for all your letters of support for our appeal regarding the Purchase of 9, Sycamore Cottages. Some of you were aware the Derbyshire Dales District Council meeting was taking place on the 17th Feb 2011; unfortunately the Council [...]
Maisie’s New Puppies
Posted in Pets of Parwich on Sunday February 27, 2011 | 3 Comments »
Two weeks ago, Jill L’s border terrier Maisie gave birth to six of the cutest puppies you ever did see. There are 4 boys and 2 girls in the litter. Two of them are Blue and Tans whilst the others are Red Grizzles. All six puppies are healthy and are doing very well.
Weather stats: Feb 20th to Feb 26th
Posted in Weather on Sunday February 27, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Here are last week’s readings: Rainfall in mm Pressure in Mb am Pressure in Mb pm Temperature in ºC Max Min Sun 20 0.0 1016.0 1015.7 3.4 2.2 Mon 21 2.5 1013.5 1014.4 4.1 1.1 Tue 22 0.4 1015.2 1016.4 6.4 2.3 Wed 23 2.6 1014.2 1013.6 10.4 4.2 Thu 24 0.0 1018.1 1020.9 [...]
What’s on Where this Week
Posted in Events on Sunday February 27, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
What’s on Where this Week Day Time Event Location Sunday 9.30am Holy Communion Parwich Church Sunday 11.15am Mattins Alsop Church Sunday 2.30pm Methodist Service Parwich Church Sunday Deadline for entries: Parwich Portrait Photography Exhibition Monday 8.45am Half-term ends PTA meeting Primary School Wednesday 2pm Pilates for the Over 60s Memorial Hall Wednesday 6.30pm 7.30pm Pilates [...]
Next Saturday is Bulk Rubbish Collection Day
Posted in Services on Sunday February 27, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Next Saturday is the bulk rubbish collection; the dustcart picks up at various points in the village. Remember if you leave rubbish to be removed, you must be in attendance when the wagon comes and load your rubbish, yourself. Don’t lose it, use it – even if you only have a small amount to get rid [...]
The curlews are back
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Saturday February 26, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Thank you JF-S for this long range shot.
2011 Census
Posted in Services on Saturday February 26, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
A census is a count of the population. We have had one in the UK every ten years to find out more about who we are as a nation. We ask everyone to tell us a bit about themselves to help census users decide how best to plan and deliver the everyday services we all [...]
Hayley’s move to Burton – weekend of celebration
Posted in Events, People on Friday February 25, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
A message from Hayley Powell of Forever Forged Hello all! I have some great news! I have a new forge! It’s at Claymills Victorian Pumping station, Burton. The Museum has many amazing steam engines including 2 beam engines which over special weekends are all in steam, please check their website for details of next steam weekend. This weekend I shall [...]
Enjoyment
Posted in Ornithology, Photography on Thursday February 24, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Another ornithological study from the lens of JF-S.
Date for your diaries – A52s
Posted in A52s, British Legion on Wednesday February 23, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Found – Silver Ring
Posted in Classified adverts on Tuesday February 22, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Josh & Dan have found a silver ring, buried about 4″ under the soil up near the millenium tree, opposite Gardeners Cottage. The silver band is about 1/4 ” wide with a pattern on it. If anyone knows who it may belong to please ring 727, so it can be returned to its rightful owner.
TV Digital Switchover
Posted in Services on Tuesday February 22, 2011 | 7 Comments »
The TV Digital Switchover in Parwich is due on 17th August 2011 This means in order to watch TV from this date you would need either: A Freeview set top box (they start from £20) and possibly a new aerial + your old telly Or a TV with Freeview built in Or a satellite dish [...]
Academic appointment for Memorial Hall architect
Posted in Memorial hall, News on Monday February 21, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Readers of PARWICH.ORG may be interested in the appointment of Julian Marsh as Professor of Architecture at Sheffield Hallam University. Working two days a week, he will be responsible for research into sustainable architecture. He will continue in practice in Nottingham. Julian was responsible for designing the exterior elevations of Parwich Memorial Hall and the [...]
PARWICH.ORG mentioned in The Times
Posted in About this site on Sunday February 20, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
In an article in the Property section of The Times on Friday February 18th (“Community websites give the info you need on your neighbourhood”), PARWICH.ORG was cited as an example of a successful “hyperlocal” blog. If you are a paid subscriber to The Times, you can read the article by clicking here.
Weather stats: Feb 13th to Feb 19th
Posted in Weather on Sunday February 20, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Here are last week’s readings: Rainfall in mm Pressure in Mb am Pressure in Mb pm Temperature in ºC Max Min Sun 13 9.4 1002.3 999.0 7.6 1.1 Mon 14 0.9 1006.6 1001.6 7.4 2.3 Tue 15 7.6 997.0 992.7 4.8 0.3 Wed 16 0.0 998.0 1002.0 6.9 1.9 Thu 17 0.4 1008.6 1012.3 6.0 [...]
School newsletter 20
Posted in School on Sunday February 20, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Apologies for the delay in posting this newsletter. Please click to enlarge.
What’s on Where this Week
Posted in Events on Sunday February 20, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
What’s on Where this Week Date Time Event Location Sun 20th 10.00am Morning Worship with Sunday School Parwich Church Sun 20th 11.15am Holy Communion Alsop Church Mon 21st Half Term Week Mon 21st 8am – 6pm Interruption to water supply Parwich Wed 23rd 6.30pm 7.30pm Pilates followed by Pilates for the Youth Memorial Hall Thu [...]
Buckets Back Out Time!
Posted in Utilities on Sunday February 20, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Just a quick reminder that we are expecting Severn Trent Water to interrupt the water supply on Monday 21st February from 8am to 6pm. Many years ago, Parwich people must have bathed in the pond. See you down there!
St Patrick’s Day at The Sycamore
Posted in Events, Pub on Wednesday February 16, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Suspicious van
Posted in Police on Wednesday February 16, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
A resident in Parwich contacted police last night, 14th February, to report a suspicious white van driving around the village several times. Some youths got out of the van and walked up to a house window but were disturbed by the occupant and drove off at speed. No details of the van taken, except being [...]
Live music at The Sycamore
Posted in Events, Music, Pub on Tuesday February 15, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Film Night on Friday
Posted in Films on Tuesday February 15, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Parwich Film is proud to present the return of Nanny McPhee, showing in the warm and comfortable Parwich Memorial Hall on Friday 18th February at 7.45pm. Certificate U. Special hi-fi headphones are available for those with hearing difficulties (please ask). Hugely entertaining, pleasingly old-fashioned family fantasy with lively direction, an emotionally engaging script and strong [...]
Weather stats: Feb 6th to Feb 12th
Posted in Weather on Sunday February 13, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Here are last week’s readings: Rainfall in mm Pressure in Mb am Pressure in Mb pm Temperature in ºC Max Min Sun 6th 3.9 1010.5 1011.2 11.3 8.9 Mon 7th 0.4 1005.9 1014.2 11.4 7.7 Tue 8th 0.0 1020.2 1019.8 11.4 -1.0 Wed 9th 0.9 1017.0 1014.4 9.6 2.7 Thu 10th 3.1 1011.7 1012.4 9.0 [...]
Tennis Club Committee Meeting
Posted in Sport on Sunday February 13, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
The Tennis Club Committee meeting will take place on Tuesday 15th February in the Memorial Hall starting at 8pm. All are welcome.
You Can Put Your Buckets Away!
Posted in Utilities on Sunday February 13, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
We have confirmed with Severn Trent Water that the village water supply will NOT be interrupted on Monday 14th February and is now replanned for Monday 21st February. The reason for the change is to enable Parwich Primary School to stay open. The rescheduled date falls in half term.
What’s on Where this Week
Posted in Events on Sunday February 13, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
What’s on Where this Week Date Time Event Location Sun 13th 9.30am Holy Communion Parwich Church Sun 13th 11.15am Holy Communion Alsop Church Sun 13th 2.30pm Methodist Service Parwich Church Tue 15th 8pm Tennis Club Committee Meeting Memorial Hall Wed 16th 2pm Pilates for the Over 60s Memorial Hall Wed 16th 6.30pm 7.30pm CANCELLED: Pilates [...]
Waiting for spring
Posted in Photography on Sunday February 13, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
A Winter greenhouse – John F-S.
Live at the Legion tonight!
Posted in British Legion, Events, Music on Saturday February 12, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Singer Vicki Lambert is a regular visitor to Parwich, so this should be an entertaining evening.
Lewis Noble featured in The Week magazine
Posted in Arts, People on Saturday February 12, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Renowned local artist Lewis Noble is featured in the latest publication of The Week Magazine. The article can be found on page 27. The magazine highlights Lewis’s exhibition currently running at The Hart Gallery in London. In works such as Cloud Shadow Falling Across Fields, Dovedale Wind or Looking Down From Coverack Point, Noble gives [...]
School newsletter 19
Posted in School on Friday February 11, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Hens for Sale
Posted in Classified adverts, Farming on Friday February 11, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
For Sale: 3 Pure bred marans (point-of-lay pullets) – £15 each 5 Indian Game crosses (point-of-lay pullets) – £10 each Please call 390286 if you are interested.
Sycamore – Higherground singing on 25th Feb
Posted in Events, Music, Pub on Friday February 11, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Janet has sent us the following message: Higherground (Phil & Kim) will be singing at the Sycamore on Friday February 25th They’ll be starting at 8.30pm. Everyone Welcome!!!
School IS open on Monday Feb 14.
Posted in School on Friday February 11, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Burglary at Bradbourne
Posted in Police on Thursday February 10, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Between 7-10th February a burglary has taken place at a property in Mill Lane, Bradbourne. Any witnesses or anyone with information should call 0345 123 33 33, quoting crime number: 7350/11. Please be extra vigilant and report any suspicious activity to Derbyshire police.
New Parwich Transportation Service Available
Posted in Services on Monday February 7, 2011 | 8 Comments »
If you find climbing the hills of Parwich a trifle arduous, fear not! A brand new transportation service has just arrived in the village. The Mike and Sue ‘willow litter’ will be making circuits every 15 minutes around the most popular points in Parwich. Flag them down and take a seat on top of the [...]
Parwich sunrise
Posted in Photography on Sunday February 6, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Taken by JF-S on February 2nd 2011. Please click to enlarge.
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