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Archive for May, 2008
Puppies Due
Posted in Classified adverts on Sunday May 11, 2008| 2 Comments »
Monday – Mobile Library
Posted in Ballidon, Services on Sunday May 11, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow the mobile library will be in Parwich and Ballidon.
3.30pm at Creamery Lane
3.40pm at The Green
4.20pm at Ballidon
Castle Howard trip
Posted in Out & About, Societies on Sunday May 11, 2008| Leave a Comment »
There are still places available on Tuesday for the trip to Castle Howard. The bus leaves at 8am from the bus shelter on The Green. The forecast looks good, so it will be a wonderful opportunity to explore this magnicent house & gardens.
parwich film 2008/09
Posted in Films, Memorial hall, Project Parwich, Societies on Saturday May 10, 2008| 2 Comments »
The following has been provided by parwich film:
Last night’s very well attended showing of St. Trinnian’s marked the end of our successful third Season (2007/2008).
We are now planning our 2008/09 Season. Up to now we have focused on mainstream block busters, but we are looking at a more varied programme next season, with possibly additional showings for children, young adults and minority interests. Do let us know what you would like to see, either by putting comments below, or by speaking to Arnold, Martin or Peter, or by emailing us on martin@orchidserve.com. We would particularly welcome input from teenagers and young adults, and would welcome any ideas how parwich film can support Project Parwich, for example you might be organising a fund raising event and would like to show a film or music videos as part of that event, or even just have photographs projected onto the screen.
Thank you to all that have supported us, to everyone that helps out with the film nights, and an especial thanks to the Memorial Hall Management Committee for setting up the group and providing our administration and accounting. We are a very good example of how new groups and new uses of the Memorial Hall can be promoted. Click here to find out more about parwich film
Ashbourne Radio – soon to be launched
Posted in News on Friday May 9, 2008| Leave a Comment »
I was driving to work this morning, switched on the radio and was expecting to hear “Terry”, but no it was Ashbourne Radio. This is our new local radio station due to be launched officially on 96.7FM from Monday 26th May at 10am.
The station is committed to providing a locally-focussed service which reflects the interests and concerns of the people of Ashbourne and Dovedale and the Staffordshire borders along with entertainment and information, 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.
Having just checked out email I would like to add a P.S. from Debbie Webster.
In the knowledge that there is going to be a lot of fundraising happening in Parwich over the next year, can I let it be known, via the website that Steve Jenner from Ashbourne Radio will be speaking in the Community Room at Shbourne Leisure Centre on Wendesday 14th May at 2pm.
Golden Fields!
Posted in Photography on Friday May 9, 2008| Leave a Comment »
The weather this year is obviously perfect for dandelions and we are surrounded by fields full of them. They do look lovely but gardeners beware.
Film Night
Posted in Films on Friday May 9, 2008| 1 Comment »
Affordable Housing Meeting
Posted in Housing on Friday May 9, 2008| Leave a Comment »
A Beautiful Way to Raise Funds for Project Parwich…?!
Posted in Events, Memorial hall, People, Photography, Project Parwich on Thursday May 8, 2008| 5 Comments »
Not content with setting up The Horns and looking after her family, Jo-anne Jewett has been busy writing a book to help “empower” normal women by dispelling the myths about make-up and teaching them how to achieve a professional look themselves. The book, which is due to be launched at Bennetts in Ashbourne in July, is called:
‘The Beautiful Truth’
Make-up-is-easy
Don’t believe the hype!!
More about the book later, because not only is Jo-anne launching her book but, inspired by the “before and after” photo sessions that were done for the book, she is also taking a more hands-on role and fulfilling her original passion as a make-up artist and training coach. The models for the book are not actually models, they are ordinary women, aged from 13 to 68 and mostly from Parwich! Do you recognise the person in the before and after photos below….?!
Project Parwich meeting.
Posted in Memorial hall, News, Project Parwich on Thursday May 8, 2008| Leave a Comment »
There was an impressive turn-out at the Memorial Hall last night for the launch of Project Parwich. Val Stevenson began the evening by giving a presentation on “The Journey So Far“. After giving us some useful historical background on the rebuild project, Val went on to explain the committee’s strategy in more detail, and to give us some context for the approach that is being taken. In particular, she stressed the importance of our needing to demonstrate that a new hall will offer the potential for increased usage, from a wider range of users.
Having already secured a development grant of £23,500, we are now four months away from our next deadline: the submission of our application for a grant of £500,000 from the Big Lottery Fund‘s Community Buildings Programme. As applications for this programme are no longer being accepted, the message was clear: in terms of a full rebuild, it’s now or never.
If the grant application is successful – and we have every reason to feel confident that it will be – then a further £255,000 will still need to be sourced from elsewhere, in order for work to commence in Summer 2009. Although the fund raising group (led by Brian Beasley) is working hard on this, there is still a role for the rest of the village to fulfil. This was expanded on further by Patti Beasley, who explained the aims of Project Parwich.
As many of you will already know, Project Parwich is a twelve-month fund raising campaign by the village itself. The idea is to raise as much money as possible, while having a good time in the process. This will have the additional benefit of demonstrating that we are a self-organised community, who are taking an active and lively role in making the Memorial Hall project a successful one.
Last night’s suggested events included an auction of promises, a “millionaire’s night”, a 10k road run and a party/disco. There will be many more to follow. Ruby Hickmott is our official Events Organiser, who will be keeping a list of volunteers and putting together a calendar of events. (You can e-mail Ruby, or phone her on 323.) Everyone is encouraged to get involved, whether by planning their own event or by helping out at the many events that will be taking place between now and mid-2009.
The third and final speaker was Steve Riley from Marsh Grochowski Architects, who talked us through some of the current ideas for the new Memorial Hall. Although Steve was keen to stress that the building plans were still very much at a draft stage, he was able to give us a fairly detailed glimpse at the sort of building we might expect to see. (more…)
PARWICH.ORG featured in News Telegraph
Posted in About this site, News on Thursday May 8, 2008| 1 Comment »
This week’s Ashbourne News Telegraph has a very positive feature on PARWICH.ORG. A half page spread under the title “Blog site keeps villagers updated“, it also has a picture of the site (showing our post ‘Peak Park confused about Memorial Hall‘). The final sentence “… it should be a beacon for other villages contemplating a similar enterprise” is particularly heartening (especially as this has also been picked up elsewhere, see onlineFocus). Although the text of this excellent article does not seem to be on their website, it draws on our press release posted on this site.
There are several other things in this issue that our browsers might like to read, including a feature on Tissington Well Dressings p 28 & 29, and an article on the QEGS students collecting their D of E Awards (p.17) with a couple of names most will recognise (congratulations to all, but especially to our own Catherine Bunting). Also as Bill pointed out on this site, the Peak Park arrived at a ‘mutually acceptable alternative’ venue for the Church Cottage Planning Appeal Hearing on the 28th of May (my apologies for our previously incorrect date) by letting the appellants know it is to be at Aldern House through the pages of this week’s Ashbourne News Telegraph.
Talk on Cromford Mill tonight
Posted in Events, History on Thursday May 8, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Don’t forget that the History Society is hosting an illustrated talk on
“The Restoration of Cromford Mill”
7.30pm Thursday 8th May Parwich Memorial Hall
All welcome
An interview with our District Councillor
Posted in Housing, People, Planning, Services, Transport on Thursday May 8, 2008| 1 Comment »
Thank you to Peter Trewhitt for providing this interview with Simon Spencer, Councillor for the Dovedale and Parwich Ward of Derbyshire Dales District Council
Simon Spencer should be well placed to understand our local issues. His family have lived and worked in the area for sometime, the family firm, Spencer’s Bakery of Ashbourne, having been founded in 1826. Although born in New Zealand, he came back to Ashbourne when only six months old, and has lived here ever since. Attending Osmaston Primary School, he quickly became familiar with the Parwich and Dovedale area helping his grandfather and later his uncles with their daily bread deliveries. Also his connection with Parwich included annual trips to Parwich Wakes: “It was a really good day out.” (more…)
Alan Titchmarsh beware!
Posted in 2008, Gardens, People, Posts of Note, Societies, Young people on Wednesday May 7, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Thank you to Di Turnbull for sending in this post.
What a great time we had planting up the border outside the hard play area.
Cloe, Courtney, Josh and Dan helped to put down the stone around the access paths and seating area a few months ago and were keen to help with the design and planting of this area too. And what a help they were – fantastic! We planted through the weed-suppressing membrane, adding fresh compost and fertilizer, covering the plants again with the bark chippings. Keen to learn, their enthusiasm never wavered in the three hours it took to make the area look attractive. Josh did, however, remind us of the importance of being finished by 6.20pm, for ‘Doctor Who’!
They all said that they were going to ask others to take care not to walk on the area and to keep it looking good. A sense of ownership? – I think so.
Cherry Blossom
Posted in Gardens, Photography on Wednesday May 7, 2008| 2 Comments »
The pink blossom on the right is one of the few remaining WI cherry trees. One was given to each member in the local branch to mark the Queen’s coronation. This extra one was planted here by Mrs Dodds.
Project Parwich launch this evening
Posted in Events, Memorial hall, Project Parwich on Wednesday May 7, 2008| Leave a Comment »
20,000 +
Posted in About this site on Tuesday May 6, 2008| 3 Comments »
This afternoon we have just past the 20,000th hit on our website, which is really remarkable for such a small village.
I would particularly like to thank two people. Without Mike Atkinson’s vision and expertise we would probably never have had such an appealing, well laid out site, that is informative and easy to use. Mike does alot of work for us behind the scenes and sorts out most of our queries, so we should send massive thankyou’s to him. I would also like to thank Peter Trewhitt for his patience and clarity in teaching us how to master the different aspects of this site, Peter dedicates an amazing amount of his time in creating many of the static pages as well as constructing the Memorial Hall website.
I just hope that you are all enjoying this “blog” site as much as we are – please keep your posts coming.
If you want a post started (like this one) just email parwich@hotmail.co.uk with whatever you want us to put on.
If you want to make a comment on any of the post then just go to where it says No comment/1 comment, click and write your comment.
Wild West comes to Parwich
Posted in British Legion, Events on Tuesday May 6, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Carl has sent us this advanced warning so everyone can polish their spurs and get their stetsons ready:
“Wild West Night”
at Parwich Royal British Legion
Saturday May 24th 2008
Musical Entertainment with Chris Hooley
Wild West Fancy Dress Optional
(prize for the best costume)
8pm onwards
Parwich Tennis Club play host to Cromer
Posted in People, Societies, Sport on Tuesday May 6, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Thank you to Val & Glynis for sending in this post.
This weekend it was Parwich’s turn to host the annual tour match vs Cromer Tennis Club. (On alternative years Parwich visit Cromer) The weekend started with a friendly get-together in the Sycamore on Friday evening to catch up on the news and events of the past 12 months. Following on from the club’s junior tennis coaching on Saturday, there was a social tennis competition between the two clubs, which lasted late into the afternoon.
Val Stevenson arranged a near mystical match play to ensure that everyone got to play with all the other players of the opposite sex – in the tennis sense – so mystical in fact that Val herself won! Good weather and good tennis meant a fun day in which Parwich’s unconventional play often beguiled the more polished Cromer players. For example Chris Harrison’s electric net play!
The day was rounded off with a lively dinner in the Coach and Horses at Fenny Bentley.
The “Match Proper” for the Burgess Trophy took place on Sunday morning, and turned out as close as ever. Towards the end, Parwich were 4-6 down with two rubbers to play. Then youngsters Oon Yarlett and Zander Drummond won their set and nail-bitingly Di Bunting and Rob Drummond won the final set. At 6-6 Parwich had taken the match – won narrowly based on the overall number of games won.
Following the match, chilli, crumble and Pavlova were enjoyed in the Thornton Pavilion, washed down with champagne kindly supplied by Cromer. Colin Sims toasted both the Centenary of Cromer TC, which they celebrate this year and Parwich TC’s 10th Anniversary, which was last year. To date the Burgess Trophy has been competed for eight times with both clubs having wond on four occasions! The ninth match will take place in Cromer in early September 2009, on their beautiful grass courts.
Information required
Posted in People on Tuesday May 6, 2008| 6 Comments »
We have just received this post from Anthony Dillion, can you help him?
Hi, I’m trying to find information regarding my grandfathers family.. His name was Vernon Whyatt-Hadfield and his step father was a Isaac Hadfield born in Parwich in 1868 or there abouts to a William Hadfield, William’s mother was Maude. I would love to hear from anybody interested or a member of the Hadfield family.
I am having real difficulty finding the date of death of Isaac Hadfield. Thank you.
Please email Anthony Dillon at anthony@anthonydillon.com
Parwich Conservation Area – Have your say!
Posted in Environment, Events, Planning on Monday May 5, 2008| 2 Comments »
The Peak District National Park Authority’s open consultation meeting on Parwich Conservation Area is
4pm to 7-30pm Tuesday 6th May
at Parwich Memorial Hall (unless we hear anything different)
Go along to ask your questions and have your say. We will only have the results that reflect our views if we find out about the proposals and let the Authority know what we want. Go along and take a friend or two.
To find out more about the Peak Park’s plans for the Conservation Area go to http://www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/parwich-appraisal/
What more Cakes!
Posted in Alsop, Church on Monday May 5, 2008| 1 Comment »
It was like a summer afternoon as we basked in sunshine at Alsop church. There was a worrying moment as raindrops fell & an umbrella was unfurled, but as Sheena said this was enough to drive the rain away. By 4pm it was positively hot. Attendence was very good this afternoon and there were 6 of us from Parwich putting the world to right. I have been forbidden to disclose the conversation. I can however say that “posh” coffee was served & the cakes were delicious. Roll on the next Bank Holiday.
Bradbourne Church & Arts – Final day
Posted in Out & About on Monday May 5, 2008| 2 Comments »
A tremendous amount of work has gone into setting up the Art show at Bradbourne Church, there are lots of different paintings adorning all the various corners of this delightful church and tucked in amongst it all are some pretty flowers. At the back of the church teas & coffees are served and you get also indulge in some super cake. Open from 10am – 4pm.
Tea & Cakes
Posted in Alsop, Church on Monday May 5, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Don’t forget that between 11am and 4pm today tea & cakes are being served at Alsop church.
Parwich Methodist Chapel – end of an era
Posted in 2008, Church, News, Posts of Note on Monday May 5, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Parwich Methodist Chapel was closed on Sunday 4th May after 159 years of worship in the chapel building. The Ashbourne Superintendant Minister, the Rev’d Tim Morris, led the final service, emphasising that it was not a ‘wake’ but an opportunity for a new beginning. From now on chapel members will worship in St. Peter’s church. More details of the final service, and photos, can be seen here .
It is expected that the chapel building will be sold by auction, but details of this are not available at present.
Peak Park confused about Memorial Hall
Posted in Events, Memorial hall, School on Sunday May 4, 2008| 8 Comments »
There is uncertainty about the use of the Parwich Memorial Hall by the Peak District National Park Authority for some up coming public events.
The Authority’s Conservation Officers, as Parwich residents have been notified, have booked the Memorial Hall for the public consultation meeting on Tuesday (the 6th May). The Authority’s Legal and Democratic Services also booked the Hall for a Planning Appeal on the 25th May (as requested by the appellants), but have since said that the venue is not suitable because of the limited facilities for disabled people.
They have expressed concern about lack of a T-loop (though they have their own portable loop system), about the step (this ‘step’ is a change in levels between the tarmac and the concrete plinth in front of the door; this difference in levels runs from 5cm at the lower end to 2cm at the upper end) and the lack of designated disabled toilets (the ladies’ toilet will just accommodate a standard wheelchair, but the user is likely to require assistance). (more…)
Relaxing end to my diary
Posted in Events, Out & About, People, Well dressing on Sunday May 4, 2008| 2 Comments »
Yesterday for me was the finale of the Well Dressing. We went over for the afternoon to Tissington with 4 friends. It was good to see the carpark busy & was being very expertly manned by Debbie & Trevor – no cars crashed on their watch. We started at Hands well, which had the same internal design as the well I was helping with, it was smaller but with two fantastic side columns representing the battlefields of WW1.
We gently strolled up the hill, calling in to see the local art of Roger Allen, such incredible photographic like detail, that I can recognise the valleys & hills around here. We spent 25 minutes in the Methodist Church listening to the super presentation about the history of the well dressings, this is our third time there and we never tire of it – if you get the chance go – it’s suitable for all ages.
Then we visited coffin well, this bible reading was selected because it was used exactly 100 years ago on the same well but with a different design. From there we went to the village hall to indulge in some of their super cakes – 4 of us had the date & walnut – highly recommended. Outside is the Tissington Pre-school well, which is so sweet, the children have used mainly whole flowers which is much easier for their finger to cope with.
Then it was back to Town Well…
…and a gentle stroll to Yew Tree Well.
This was the well that I had spent the early part of the week on. It does look lovely, the camomile heads really make the design stand out and considering the hail storm only a small number of petals were actually lost. Being full of cake we didn’t call in at The Stables, but lots were enjoying the food. The Hall well was delightful depicting the tomb on Easter Sunday.
From there we visited the Children’s well & some of you guessed correctly, it was a Dalek, they were so determined to get this character in to their design & how appropriate “Help exterminate breast cancer”.
What a wonderful tradition this is, I feel really honoured to have been involved and proud to show it off to my friends. If you haven’t had the chance to go, why not drive or walk across today or tomorrow – a perfectly relaxing day.
More pages on PARWICH.ORG
Posted in About this site on Saturday May 3, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Please note the new section in the right hand column called “Elsewhere on PARWICH.ORG”. Hopefully there will be something here to interest you. Also you may find the ‘Site Map’ helpful in finding your way around as the number of pages grows.
Check out the various new pages, including Photo Gallery, Jigsaws! and More Links, to see if you have photos or information we could add. Let us know if there are more local topics that you would like information or new pages on. Anyone can either add comments directly to the posts, or send in their own new posts via parwich@hotmail.co.uk.
Also see the ABOUT US page to find out more about how the site works.
NFU Centenary
Posted in Events, Farming, History on Saturday May 3, 2008| Leave a Comment »
This year sees the centenary of the National Farmers Union. The actual date for the founding of the NFU was 10th December 1908. Do let us know if any local celebrations are planned. Also we would welcome any suggestions for more farming related posts and contents for this site.
The Blessing of the Wells goes international
Posted in Church, Events, Out & About, Well dressing on Saturday May 3, 2008| Leave a Comment »
At the well dressing service last week we had the good fortune to have the Bishop of Yei, in southern Sudan, the Rt. Rev’d Hilary Adeba, as one of our speakers. Following the sermon given by the Bishop of Repton, the Rt. Rev’d Humphrey Southern, Bishop Hilary gave some deeply moving remarks about how scarce and precious water is in his country, especially given the ravages of war in recent years. He has even been inspired to introduce a ceremony of blessing wells in his own diocese. Photos of the blessing of the wells, including Bishop Hilary, can be seen here .
Final Service in Parwich Chapel
Posted in 2008, Church, Events, News, Posts of Note on Friday May 2, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Don’t forget this Sunday sees, after 159 years, the final service in Parwich Methodist Chapel
3-30pm Final Service & Chapel Anniversary
Parwich Methodist Chapel
followed by refreshments in the Memorial Hall
Although this is a sad occasion, especially for those who have worshipped here all their lives, also remember and give thanks for all that have worked so hard to build and maintain the Methodist congregation in Parwich, which will continue beyond the closing of the building. The building, though we do not yet know what it will become, will remain as a permanent memorial to the hard work and community spirit of the people of Parwich.
Next History Society Meeting
Posted in Events, History, Societies on Friday May 2, 2008| 1 Comment »
Day 5 at Tissington
Posted in Events, Out & About, People, Well dressing on Thursday May 1, 2008| Leave a Comment »
I have to be honest I was working today so couldn’t make the service at Tissington. The church was full and people had to stand outside to listen to the Ascension Day service. Afterwards led by the Bishop everyone proceeded around the wells where a hymn was sung & the wells blessed. There was a large number of people admiring all the work, enjoying the sun & waiting for teas. I intend to visit over the weekend, then I will put a final post on including pictures of the wells that have not already photographed.
Fancy a Snail, or a Bit of Duck? Try “It’s French!”
Posted in Out & About, People, Services, Shop on Thursday May 1, 2008| 4 Comments »
“It’s French!” imports speciality foods from France and is committed to providing high quality products, not available in supermarkets in France or the UK, to people passionate about food.
The initiative has been set up by Carolyn and Simon, a local couple from Clifton, who have been visiting Parwich every Saturday for the past few years whilst their daughter has riding lessons.
As well as their home in Clifton, they have a base in Gascony in South West France. Gascony is the land of d’Artagnan, the inspiration for the character in The Three Musketeers. It is also famed for its ‘douceur de vivre’ (‘sweetness of life’). It is home to foie gras and Armagnac and is an area which has been recognised for many years as producing great food
Carolyn and Simon have personally sourced their products from small, local, artisan farmers and growers. The farms have usually been passed down through several generations and traditional methods are still employed. All of the suppliers are passionate about their products, from conception through to distribution.
The range of products is growing all the time but current highlights include….. read on….. (more…)
Carolyn’s Corner (No 5)
Posted in News, People on Thursday May 1, 2008| 5 Comments »
The latest update on Carolyn…..
Carolyn is still make good progress and her therapists are “very pleased” with her overall progress; however there is still no news on how long it will be before Carolyn can come home.
On a more positive note, Carolyn’s been out and about again – this time to the Westfield shopping centre for lunch. She has also regained a little more independence this week. She has been given an electronic wheelchair so she can now move herself around the hospital as she wishes. Although she had one attempt at running Howard over in the corridor, she’s now in full control!
Howard took in the CD with everyone’s recorded messages on this week, which resulted in laughter and a few tears. Howard tells me the messages were great, very genuine and they made Carolyn’s day. Howard has also made up an album of all the photos that have been sent. Please keep sending photos and if the opportunity to record messages comes up again please have ago. The photos, cards, messages and pictures are all really helping Carolyn’s progress and they have the added advantages of brightening up her day and helping her to still feel part of the village.
There is a bit of an update as relates to visitors. Non-family members will now be able to visit but this needs to be carefully organised to fit in with her family and to make sure we don’t “double up” and wear her out. I know lots of us would like to see her as soon as possible but since she will be in hospital for a while it would make sense to spread our visits out. If you would like to visit please leave a comment here, call Howard, or put a note through the door. If you’re not able to do this, please email the website with a message and we’ll pass it on. If you do get to visit Carolyn it worth knowing that even though the visiting hours are quite restricted (2-4pm and 6-8pm) it’s not unusual for her to receive treatment during visiting hours. Clearly it’s important that she receives her treatment and so, if you’re visiting and she needs to go for treatment, please be patient.
Once more, Howard has asked me to say thank you and let everyone know how much he and Carolyn appreciate what has been and is being done for them both.
Which well was mine?
Posted in Events, People, Well dressing, Young people on Thursday May 1, 2008| 2 Comments »
Over the last 4 days I have given you clues and even partial pictures, so can you now identify the well dressing that I helped to create?
Can you also spot this well dressing, created by the children. What is this a picture of (and I don’t mean the finger on the left handside)?
Remember the well dressings open today with the Ascension Day service and blessing of the wells at 11am.
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