Today’s Derby Evening Telegraph contains an article on the weekend’s flooding, with a particular focus on Parwich. Brian Foden, Janet Gosling, Dennis & Claira Evans and Irene Wilton are all featured, and there are some photographs to accompany the piece.
Archive for September, 2008
Flooding report in Derby Evening Telegraph.
Posted in Local Links, News, People on Tuesday September 9, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Flower & Vegetable Show report
Posted in 2008, Events, Gardens, Posts of Note on Monday September 8, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Thank you to the Horticulture Society for the following write up of their 58th Annual Flower & Vegetable Show:
Despite the dullest August on record and flash floods the day before the Show, washing some regular exhibitors vegetables away, entries were only a little down on last year. However, despite this the village put on an excellent display.
The Horticultural Society are particularly grateful to the commitment of the judges. Mr R Hill of Dronfield worked particularly hard this year judging the local flowers as usual, the local vegetables in place of Mrs Hill who was unwell and also jointly the open chrysanthemum classes as the planned judge had to withdraw because of a family commitment. Mr W K Wilkins of Bradley judged the dahlias and jointly with Mr Hill the chrysanthemums. Mrs M Oldfield of Buxton, a former head of catering at M & S judged the home produce section. This was her first year as one of our judges and we hope we will see her again in the future. The organisers were particularly impressed that she noted that she was served an M & S quiche for lunch. Last but not least we would also like to thank Emma of Absolutely Fabulous in Ashbourne for stepping in at the last minute to very professionally judge the floral art.
The Society would also like to give a big thank you to all who worked so hard to make the day a success. As can be seen from the list of trophy winners below Tony and Rita very nearly swept the board. (more…)
Parwich School opening as usual
Posted in School on Monday September 8, 2008| Leave a Comment »
It is planned that, despite the flood damage, Parwich Primary School will begin the Autumn term tomorrow morning (Tuesday 9th September). Unless you are phoned by the School all will continue as normal.
Sorry Sam if you were hoping for a day off.
Derby Evening Telegraph article on flooding in Parwich
Posted in News, Weather on Monday September 8, 2008| 1 Comment »
We received the following email from the Derby Evening Telegraph; their reporter Claire Duffin is currently in the village (2-30pm Monday) and a photographer is on her way to picture the aftermath. However she asked if anyone has any photos of the water in full spate at first light on Saturday. If you do please contact either parwich@hotmail.co.uk or Claire as below:
Hi all,
I have been reading the posts on the website about the flooding with interest. I am looking to do a piece for tomorrow’s paper about the clean-up operation and would like to speak to those affected if you could please put me in touch?
My numbers are below and I will be in the village at about lunchtime to have a look for myself.
Thanks – look forward to hearing from you.
Claire
CLAIRE DUFFIN
Derby Evening Telegraph (Littleover, Mickleover and Sinfin reporter)
TEL: 01332 291111 | EXT: 6103 | MOB: 07837 208301|
EMAIL: cduffin@derbytelegraph.co.uk
www.thisisderbyshire.co.uk
Weather: the last seven days
Posted in Weather on Sunday September 7, 2008| Leave a Comment »
A sunny day so far today (Sunday 7th September), it is hard to imagine where all that water came from and went to, though a number are more aware than they would like to be of where it has been:
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Rainfall in mm |
Pressure in Mb am |
Pressure in Mb pm |
Temperature in ºC |
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|
Max |
Min |
||||
|
Sun 31st |
3 |
1012.1 |
1011.1 |
19.2 |
11.8 |
|
Mon 1st |
3 |
1011.6 |
1011.4 |
17.9 |
10.7 |
|
Tue 2nd |
3 |
1004.2 |
1001.8 |
16.6 |
9.6 |
|
Wed 3rd |
7 |
1002.7 |
999.0 |
15.3 |
8.9 |
|
Thurs 4th |
9 |
998.6 |
999.0 |
13.7 |
9.4 |
|
Fri 5th |
32 |
998.1 |
991.3 |
13.3 |
8.6 |
|
Sat 6th |
40 |
988.6 |
996.2 |
15.7 |
10.9 |
|
Total |
94 |
|
Average |
15.9 |
9.9 |
Overnight Friday/Saturday some 39mm (1½ inches) fell in 8 hours, a local record. The total rainfall for Friday and Saturday is greater than the monthly averages for September reported by the MET Office for Sheffield and Manchester over the last forty years.
Parwich Flower & Vegetable Show
Posted in Events, Gardens, Societies on Saturday September 6, 2008| Leave a Comment »
The Horticultural Society offers its commiserations to all effected by the flood, and hopes you get sorted out soon. It was impressive to see the Shop/Pub trading more or less as usual at the same time as the clean up operation was going on. They certainly deserve to do well in the Best Community Pub award in ten days or so. Well the Show must go on.
If you have any flowers, fruit or vegetables left (at least Mike and Dot don’t need to pick theirs, the flood has spread them across the lawn) please bring you entries along between 8am and 11am on Sunday morning (7th Sept). If you crop has been washed away come along at 3pm for the auction of produce so you can still stock up your freezer.
Flooding: update and more photos.
Posted in 2008, News, Posts of Note on Saturday September 6, 2008| 1 Comment »
Faced with a rainfall of last night’s spectacular dimensions (a record-busting 39mm in eight hours, according to our resident weather man), one would have assumed that the higher up your property, the safer you would be. In this case, almost the reverse turned out to be true. For a few hours, the unfortunate residents of Smithy Lane found their houses temporarily converted into “riverside properties”, as one resident wrily put it.
With the floods pouring down from Parwich Hill at an unprecedented rate, Smithy Lane became a gushing torrent, as today’s tide marks on the side of buildings still demonstrate. At the bottom of the road, the waters cascaded down the footpath leading to the school, ripping up the tarmac to a degree that suggested an earthquake had struck. The road damage continued beyond the school and down to the square, even exposing subterranean pipes in some areas. Elsewhere, wheelie bins had been overturned and carried along by the current.
Down by the brook that connects the Alsop road to the green, a collapsed wall now forms the gateway to yet more destruction. Most of the waterside path has been badly churned up and waterlogged, rendering it almost impassable.
Perhaps some of the worst damage of all is to be found in and around The Sycamore, as the photo below amply demonstrates. As we passed, a council lorry was unloading sandbags in the car park. Our sympathies to Janet and Steve, who have suffered more flood-related disruption over the years than most.
On the lower lying land towards the south eastern edge of the village, more properties have been flooded, and more mopping-up operations are taking place. Again, our sympathies to all villagers who have been affected.
(Please click each image to enlarge it.)
Flooding: update on damage to school.
Posted in News on Saturday September 6, 2008| 1 Comment »
Caroline Rodgers reports:
Parwich School has not escaped unscathed. The damage to the road leading up to school means the area is unsafe, but also inside the building, water has flooded the Key Stage 1 area as well as the toilets. Ged has sandbagged the area to try to prevent further damage, but with the rain still falling we shall just have to watch and see.
The boiler room flooded too, the pump is still working in there and will hopefully continue to do so.
All the damage has been photographed and reported to Derbyshire.
I will keep everyone posted with regards to school opening on Tuesday.
Flooding: does anyone need help?
Posted in News on Saturday September 6, 2008| 2 Comments »
As Patti B says in a comment left this morning:
Many people in the village have suffered terrible damage with flooded homes. Does anyone need help? Please post replies if we can be of any assistance.
If you or any of your neighbours could do with a helping hand, then do please give us a collective shout in the comments box below.
Bulk Rubbish Collection – missed it!
Posted in Services on Saturday September 6, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Sorry I forgot to put a reminder on about the Bulk Rubbish Collection this morning – I should have checked the calendar – glad to see that some did check and got rid of their rubbish.
Next collection dates for Parwich – October 4th & November 22nd.
Flooding Risk
Posted in 2008, News, Posts of Note on Saturday September 6, 2008| 6 Comments »
We have had a huge amount of rain dumped on us overnight….and more is expected during Saturday. There has certainly been an unprecedented quantity of water coming off Parwich Hill which will undoubtedly have overloaded the brook running through the village. Please add your comments here to inform the village on the state of play.
Update: Thanks to Jason for sending in this screen capture, showing the state of play overnight. As Jason says: “What shall we call her?”
Horticulture Show on Sunday
Posted in Events, Gardens on Friday September 5, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Disappointed because the Snail Trail is postponed, never mind you will have more cash for the auction of produce on Sunday afternoon (just after 3pm)
Garden Gate Sale tomorrow – Postponed due to weather
Posted in Classified adverts, Events, Memorial hall, Project Parwich on Friday September 5, 2008| 1 Comment »
Unfortunately because of the weather forecast we are postponing this event, a new date will be arranged. Thank you for all the effort that has gone into this & all your support. Really, really sorry.
Wirksworth Festival – The Art Trail – This weekend
Posted in Arts, Events on Friday September 5, 2008| Leave a Comment »
This weekend sees the Art Trail at The Wirksworth Festival on Saturday and Sunday from 10am-5pm. For the first time the three trails, Wirksworth, Bolehill and Gorsey Bank are combined to create a visual explosion of art in every conceivable space: private homes, historic buildings, gardens, shop windows, artist workshops and churches. Work from over 100 artists is being exhibited in 70 venues. There is street entertainment, food, refreshments and a big festival atmosphere. Entry to all venues £4. To see a full list of venues and the artists click here
One of the artists exhibiting has close links with Parwich, Liz Salter is Martin Compton’s sister. Her chief interest is landscape using mixed media such as pastels and other pencils. Liz has always painted and has exhibited widely Britain and in Ireland. Her work is in private collections in this country and abroad. You can see her work at the Lime Kiln Pub in Middleton Road.
The festival continues until September 21st with a range of performances and workshops.
Loose Women
Posted in People, Tom Chambers on Thursday September 4, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Friday 12.30pm on ITV sees the Loose Women panel involved in various topical debates viewed from a female prospective. One issue they will be discussing is “Strictly Come Dancing” and Tom Chambers will be appearing. This is a good excuse to watch television during your lunch hour because judging by tomorrow’s forecast you won’t be enjoying a balmy September day.
Volunteer needed as Events Co-ordinator for Project Parwich.
Posted in Memorial hall, Project Parwich on Thursday September 4, 2008| 1 Comment »
Ruby Hickmott who has been doing this job incredibly well, is having to resign due to pressure of work. She has made a great effort to get this off the ground so far and has set a good pattern for someone to follow.
Just to remind you, Project Parwich is the umbrella name for all the events that are being organised to raise money towards the rebuilding of our new Memorial Hall. It is even more important now that we have Planning Permission and the final Lottery Bid has been submitted. Lots of great people have organised things so far – things that we can enjoy while we raise money. Briefly the job consists of;-
- Keeping a calendar of events that people would like to organise and making sure that they don’t clash with other village events.
- Putting organisers in touch with others who have volunteered help
- Keeping that list of volunteers up to date and encouraging others to help.
If you feel that you might be interested then phone Patti Beasley on 390206 to chat.
Meanwhile, if you have already said you are going to organise something can you please contact Patti until someone takes on the co-ordinators role?
2008 Flower & Vegetable Show on Sunday
Posted in Events, Gardens on Thursday September 4, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Have you thought about entering the Horticultural Show on Sunday? There are classes for flowers, flower arranging, fruit, vegetables and home produce. The local classes are judged in relation to what is entered, so don’t assume your produce will not win a prize. Enter a few classes and you are almost guaranteed to win something. Don’t forget the massive auction of produce after the presentation at 3pm. Click on the photo below to see the full Schedule.
Paper copies with entry forms are available at the Legion and the Sycamore
This Week’s Stunner
Posted in News on Wednesday September 3, 2008| 1 Comment »
If the ‘movers and shakers’ of Alsop, Ballidon, Pikehall and Parwich were away last week they must be on a fortnight’s holidays. It was particularly hard to find any local links in this week’s Ashbourne News Telegraph 3rd Sept 2008, not even a photo of Debbie. I found only one specific mention, though thank you Patti for pointing out the one that was missed (I had thought it odd there was nothing on the Snail Trail):
- p.5 Ashbourne 50+ Forumhave various speakers giving information about the planned new Ashbourne Hospital at the Ashbourne Leisure Centre from 10am to 12-30pm on Friday 12th September. Anyone needing help to get to the event phone 01629 532 446 no later than tomorrow, or email christine.hopkins@derbyshire.gov.uk.
- p.20 This weekend sees the start of the Wirksworth Festival (click here for the Festival website and the full programme).
- p.23 Our MP Patrick McLoughlin has arranged for a free tour of Parliament on the 28th of October. Constituents interested in being included should write to Patrick McLoughlin MP, House of Commons, London, SW1A 0AA or email him on partick.mcloughlin.mp@pariament.uk
- p25. Parwich Snail Trail, an advert along with editorial comment on Saturday’s fund raising event for Project Parwich (the new Memorial Hall). From 10am to 4pm (admission £1) there will be 20 stalls arround the village selling everything from new and unwanted gifts to books, household furniture items, furniture and antiques. (Postponed because of bad weather.) (more…)
Loan of clothes rail
Posted in Classified adverts, Project Parwich on Tuesday September 2, 2008| 2 Comments »
Does anyone have a free standing clothes rail that I can use for the snail trail on Saturday?
Cheers!
Debbie W
tel. 568
Big Lottery Fund Stage II application submitted
Posted in Memorial hall, Project Parwich on Tuesday September 2, 2008| Leave a Comment »
The above is a step nearer to happening. As you know we have already received a Stage I grant to help us finalise the plans and gain planning permission. Now after a lot of hard work the Project Group have completed the final Stage II form for our Big Lottery Fund grant application, and Mike G-P took it in person to their Offices in Birmingham this morning.
Well done all who have got us to this stage! Now we wait and keep our fingers crossed.
Also everyone, don’t forget about the fund raising Parwich Snail Trail on Saturday. You can also make donations to the project on-line by clicking in the PROJECT PARWICH box in the right hand column.
Call for new member for the Peak Park Authority
Posted in Classified adverts, News, Peak Park on Tuesday September 2, 2008| Leave a Comment »
The following was received today:
NEWS RELEASE FROM THE PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
PR 522 – 02 September 2008
Call for new Member of Peak District National Park Authority.
The Peak District National Park Authority needs a new member of its governing body to help make strategic decisions for the next four years.
Environment Secretary Hilary Benn is inviting applications from suitably-qualified candidates to take over when a current member, Leigh Rix, steps down in March 2009 due to work commitments.
The 30-strong membership is the ruling body of the National Park Authority, with 16 members appointed by local district, borough, metropolitan or county councils and 14 by the Secretary of State (eight for their specialist knowledge and six to represent parish councils). (more…)
Cot wanted
Posted in Classified adverts on Tuesday September 2, 2008| 1 Comment »
WANTED: Cot in good condition
- priced around £20
- no mattress needed but cot to fit size 120x70cm
- Needed ASAP
Thanks
Tracey
4th Sept: message received from Tracey to say this classified was succesful.
‘All were found guilty’
Posted in 2008, Events, Out & About, Posts of Note on Tuesday September 2, 2008| 1 Comment »
Thank you to the contributor who sent in the above title and the following photos of Issy (Isabel) M and Tinker of Parwich, taken at the Mountain Rescue Demonstration Team at Longshaw Sheep Dog Trials on Saturday 30/8/08. These Sheep Dog trials are said to be the oldest in the country, having been run continuously (apart from the two World Wars) since 1898.
Cat lost again
Posted in Classified adverts on Tuesday September 2, 2008| 1 Comment »
Gordon the Hallgates cat has gone walkabouts again. Please could call 390626 if you see him. He’s big, black and fluffy. He does tend to vanish for long periods but he’s been away a bit too long now.
Many thanks!
Rick
First film of the new season
Posted in Films on Tuesday September 2, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Click on poster to enlarge or to find out more (more…)
Start of film season
Posted in Films on Monday September 1, 2008| 1 Comment »
starts its 2008/09 season next week. The regular showings of recent mainstream films continue at the Memorial Hall on the second Friday of the month:
- 7-45pm Friday 12th September – click here for a trailer
- 7-45pm Friday 10th October
- 7-45pm Friday 14th November
- 7-45pm Friday 12th December
As a new departure we are trialing an alternative film night on the fourth Tuesday of each month, showing classic, art or foreign language films. The provisional dates are:
- Tuesday 23rd September
- Tuesday 28th October
- Tuesday 25th November
Do let us know what films you might like to see on the Tuesday evening slot.
We are continuing with the same licensing arrangements as last time which means that we can not publicly advertise the title of the films. If you want to go on our email list to receive more details please contact us on martin@orchidserve.com.
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