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Archive for November, 2012
COT WANTED
Posted in Classified adverts on Wednesday November 14, 2012| 2 Comments »
Police and Crime Commissioner Elections – tomorrow
Posted in Local government, Police on Wednesday November 14, 2012| 3 Comments »
Elections for a Police and Crime Commissioner for Derbyshire take place tomorrow, Thursday November 15th.
Four candidates are standing. Please click on each candidate name to read their official election statement.
- Alan Charles– Labour Party
- David Gale– UK Independence Party (UKIP)
- Rod Hutton– independent candidate, no party affiliation
- Simon Spencer – Conservative Party
Please click here for more information on the role of a Police and Crime Commissioner.
Report ash woodlands locations in the Park
Posted in Environment, Flora, Peak Park on Tuesday November 13, 2012| Leave a Comment »
So far there have been no incidences of ‘ash dieback disease’ in the Peak Park, but the Authority is collecting information on ash woodland, specifically new plantations, where trees have been planted in the last 6 years. If you have any new ash trees or for general information on how to respond to the current situation please read on for the Peak Park Authority’s advice: (more…)
Parwich Lunch: Monday November 19th
Posted in Catering 4 Parwich, Events, Memorial hall on Tuesday November 13, 2012| Leave a Comment »
November Sunshine At Minninglow
Posted in 2012, Photography, Pikehall, Posts of Note on Monday November 12, 2012| 1 Comment »
Our roving photographer took a short walk along the High Peak Trail to the Neolithic Burial Chambers up on Minninglow Hill. The low sun and clear air provided a magnificent vista as can be seen in the following photographs.
“Parwich: A Sense Of Place” – art exhibition this weekend
Posted in Arts, Events, Memorial hall on Monday November 12, 2012| Leave a Comment »
The acclaimed wildlife artist Esther Tyson is staging an exhibition of recent work in our stunning modern Memorial Hall. Esther lives in Parwich, and the exhibition presents an opportunity for the local community to see her work, as well as serious collectors of wildlife art.
Esther studied at Carlisle College of Art and the prestigious Royal College of Art. She has exhibited in galleries in London and all over the country. She has also received many accolades and awards for her work.
Esther is renowned for work that reflects her intense passion for lengthy study of wild life in its natural habitat. The work she produces evokes a powerful image of the very essence that she experiences in her observations. The exhibition will feature a wide variety of her work, from her local Derbyshire countryside to the mountains of Nepal and recent underwater studies in Dorset.
The exhibition takes place in Parwich Memorial Hall on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th November 2012, from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free, and all are welcome!
Spotty Sponsored Golden Mile – this Wednesday!
Posted in Events, School on Monday November 12, 2012| Leave a Comment »
“We will remember them.”
Posted in 2012, Church, Photography, Posts of Note on Sunday November 11, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Weather Stats: November 4th to 10th
Posted in Weather on Sunday November 11, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Our “Weatherman in the Village” says:
Bonfire Night turned out to be as predicted: cold and pretty clear, with the unsettled end to the week that I forecast. This weekend has been very pleasant again, but it doesn’t look like it will last, with tomorrow seeing a return of unsettled conditions which will probably dominate the rest of the week.
Paul B’s Weedkiller Weekly – Part 5.
Posted in Weedkiller Weekly on Sunday November 11, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Hello Possums! The Weedkiller Weekly consists of genuine news items from far and wide, unlikely as some may seem, with just a little tweak here and there.
The annual “Eat Bugs For Balls” competition recently took place in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Edward Archibald retained his title as undisputed Maggot and Cockroach Eating Champion, winning a python for his efforts. Unfortunately he collapsed in agony shortly after the presentation and could not be revived by paramedics. The state coroner delivered a verdict of death by misadventure, after a post mortem concluded that his death was most likely due to a dodgy hot dog he had eaten prior to the event.
The NHS is having to arrange for morbidly obese patients to undergo body scans at local zoos, as standard hospital equipment cannot cope with them. Other treatments being considered are elongated neck dislocations, Hipposuction, Elephantiasis, Dingowings, Bi-polar Bear Disorder and Ape-endiceptomies.
Tits in the Evening Sun
Posted in 2012, Ornithology, Photography, Posts of Note on Sunday November 11, 2012| 1 Comment »
What’s on Where this Week: November 11th to 18th
Posted in Events on Sunday November 11, 2012| Leave a Comment »
| What’s on Where this Week | |||
| Day | Time | Event | Location |
| Sun 11th | 9.15am 10am 10.15am 11.20am |
Remembrance Sunday Legion opens Parade leaves Legion Church Service Parade returns to Legion |
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| Sun 11th | 10.45am | Remembrance Day Service | Alsop Church |
| Mon 12th | 6.15pm | Pilates for intermediates | Memorial Hall |
| Wed 14th | … | Grey bin and food caddy collection | Parwich |
| Wed 14th | 2.45pm to 3.30pm | Spotty Sponsored Golden Mile for Children In Need | Cricket Pitch |
| Wed 14th | … 6pm 7.15pm |
Pilates for Beginners General Beginners Class Beginners Class for Men |
Memorial Hall |
| Thu 15th | Police and Crime Commissioner Elections | ||
| Thu 15th | 3.30pm to 5.30pm | Evie’s Artistic Afternoon | Memorial Hall |
| Thu 15th | 6pm | Circuit Training | Memorial Hall |
| Fri 16th | 7.30pm | Classical Music in the Dales | Highfields School Matlock |
| Sat 17th | 10am to 4pm | Esther Tyson: art exhibition | Memorial Hall |
| Sun 18th | 10am to 4pm | Esther Tyson: art exhibition | Memorial Hall |
| Sun 18th | 10am | Family Service | Parwich Church |
| Sun 18th | 11.15am | Holy Communion | Alsop Church |
Remembrance Sunday 2012 – Tomorrow
Posted in British Legion, Events on Saturday November 10, 2012| Leave a Comment »
School newsletter 5
Posted in School on Friday November 9, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Film Night tonight
Posted in Catering 4 Parwich, Events, Films, Memorial hall on Friday November 9, 2012| Leave a Comment »
This lovely romantic film, based on the book Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, tells of a visionary sheik who has a big dream — to bring salmon fishing to the desert. Willing to spare no expense, he instructs his representative to turn his dream into reality. The Prime Minister’s overzealous press secretary latches on for its potential as a ‘good will’ story. Now, this unlikely team will put it all on the line and embark on an upstream journey of faith and fish to prove the impossible, possible.
Parwich Lunch: Monday November 19th
Posted in Catering 4 Parwich, Events, Memorial hall on Wednesday November 7, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Found Rabbit!
Posted in Lost & Found, Pets of Parwich on Wednesday November 7, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Fantastic Firework Photos!
Posted in 2012, Photography, Posts of Note on Tuesday November 6, 2012| Leave a Comment »
We have uploaded extra-large, high-resolution versions of these photos of yesterday’s Bonfire Night, in the hope that you will enjoy clicking, enlarging and zooming in; the level of detail is pretty amazing, once you get in close!
All photos are courtesy of JF-S. Fans of John’s bird photography might also enjoy his Flickr photostream, where he posts as “swallowclicker”.
Christmas Crafts
Posted in Classified adverts, Crafts, Events on Tuesday November 6, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Properties for sale or rent
Posted in Housing on Monday November 5, 2012| 1 Comment »
IMPORTANT: These details have been updated elsewhere. Please click here for our most recent property round-up.
Here is the current list of properties for sale or rent in our area, correct as at November 5th 2012.
- NEW: Main Street, 5 bed detached, £1,300,000.
- Smithy Lane, 6 bed detached, POA.
- Fernlea House, Main Street, 4 bed detached, £700,000.
- NEW: The Paddock, Cold Eaton, Alsop-en-le-Dale, 2 bed bungalow, £525,000.
- Lilac Cottage, 4 bed detached, £500,000.
- Pikehall Lane, 3 bed bungalow, £479,000.
- Creamery Lane, 4 bed detached, £475,000.
- Monsdale Lane, 3 bed detached, £375,000.
- Church Walk, 2 bed barn conversion, £350,000.
- The Square, 4 bed semi, offers over £330,000.
- Greenlow, Alsop-en-le-Dale, 3 bed bungalow, £300,000.
- Mount Pleasant, 3 bed, £300,000.
- Rathbone Croft, 3 bed semi-detached, £220,000.
- Sycamore Cottage, 3 bed semi-detached, £210,000
- Pikehall Farm, workshops/commercial units, £4000 PA.
The list will be updated again next month. Until then, you will be able to find it on the INFO page, via the SITE MAP, and in the ELSEWHERE ON PARWICH.ORG section on the right hand side of this page.
Renewables for Businesses
Posted in Environment, Peak Park, Planning, Sustainability on Monday November 5, 2012| Leave a Comment »
| Free business workshop on renewables and climate change |
| Business people wanting to future-proof against climate change and learn about energy-saving can go along to a free half-day training workshop.
Business Peak District is holding the workshop at Beechenhill Farm, Ilam, near Ashbourne, whose environmentally-friendly farming and holiday business has just been shortlisted for a Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism award. People who attend the workshop will learn about key steps to saving energy, installing renewable technology and how to make their businesses more resilient to climate change. (more…) |
Paul B’s Weedkiller Weekly – Part 4.
Posted in Weedkiller Weekly on Monday November 5, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Greetings, Guys. If anyone is any doubt as to why thousands upon thousands of pounds’ worth of pyrotechnic wizardry bang, sparkle, crackle and whizz into the night sky at this time of the year, you can safely lay the blame at the feet of Guido Fawkes, who – along with his Catholic buddies – failed in their attempt to blow King James VI and his parliament to kingdom come. Guido was discovered in the cellars below with 36 barrels of gunpowder. As it happened, the gunpowder was virtually useless and probably wouldn’t have even been capable of blowing his hat off. Guido and his fellow conspirators were “persuaded” to plead guilty to treason and were sentenced to be hung, drawn and quartered. Guido flung himself from the scaffold and actually hung himself to avoid this gruesome execution. Bonfires were lit across the land to celebrate the survival of the king.
What a hoot: a lady in Melbourne, Australia is advertising for night time guardians to watch over her whilst she sleeps. Pretty reasonable, you might think – except for the fact that the successful applicants will be expected to dress as owls. There are no meal breaks, but you are allowed a muesli bar if peckish. Three owls are required to work on a rota basis, at £25 per hour. Breakfast will be provided for the early bird, consisting of field mice, voles, frogs, toads and the odd slug or two.
“Parwich: A Sense Of Place” – art inspired by the natural world.
Posted in Arts, Events, Memorial hall on Monday November 5, 2012| Leave a Comment »
The acclaimed wildlife artist Esther Tyson is staging an exhibition of recent work in our stunning modern Memorial Hall. Esther lives in Parwich, and the exhibition presents an opportunity for the local community to see her work, as well as serious collectors of wildlife art.
Esther studied at Carlisle College of Art and the prestigious Royal College of Art. She has exhibited in galleries in London and all over the country. She has also received many accolades and awards for her work.
Esther is renowned for work that reflects her intense passion for lengthy study of wild life in its natural habitat. The work she produces evokes a powerful image of the very essence that she experiences in her observations. The exhibition will feature a wide variety of her work, from her local Derbyshire countryside to the mountains of Nepal and recent underwater studies in Dorset.
The exhibition takes place in Parwich Memorial Hall on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th November 2012, from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free, and all are welcome!
Film Night this Friday
Posted in Catering 4 Parwich, Events, Films, Memorial hall on Monday November 5, 2012| Leave a Comment »
This lovely romantic film, based on the book Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, tells of a visionary sheik who has a big dream — to bring salmon fishing to the desert. Willing to spare no expense, he instructs his representative to turn his dream into reality. The Prime Minister’s overzealous press secretary latches on for its potential as a ‘good will’ story. Now, this unlikely team will put it all on the line and embark on an upstream journey of faith and fish to prove the impossible, possible.
Weather Stats: October 28th to November 3rd
Posted in Weather on Sunday November 4, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Our “Weatherman in the Village” says:
A pretty good forecast last week, with Halloween proving the most unpleasant day of the week, as predicted – as a result we only got four sets of children demanding sweets with menaces, and Val and Nia must have stayed at home in front of the fire!
It looks like we will have a settled start to the week again next week, and an unsettled end with more extensive rain on Thursday and Friday. Bonfire night tomorrow looks like it will be OK, with the slim possibility of a shower, but all the signs are it will be quite cold and clear with light winds – the perfect bonfire night.
Missing Ram Returns
Posted in 2012, Farming, News, People, Posts of Note on Sunday November 4, 2012| 1 Comment »
The missing ram Gary (or is it Bary?) was spotted this afternoon by Joanne J. Although somewhat taken aback by the size of the tup, this intrepid detective secured him in the garden of Hallcliffe until Sandra C was able to attend the identity parade. He has now been taken back into custody.
Asked for an explanation of events Bary (or is it Gary?), replied with a sheepish “no comment”. It was noted however that whatever he had been tup to over the last few days had left him somewhat lame. Is he pulling the wool over our eyes or do ewe know where he has been?
Sandra would like to thank Joanne, Paul and Caroline for their help.
Pilates – a couple of reminders
Posted in Memorial hall, Pilates on Sunday November 4, 2012| Leave a Comment »
1) There will not be an intermediate Pilates class on Monday (5th November), as per my earlier schedule.
2) When attending Pilates classes, please remember to bring a small towel cushion or Pilates block for support.
– Sue P
What’s on Where this Week: November 4th to 11th
Posted in Events on Sunday November 4, 2012| Leave a Comment »
| What’s on Where this Week | |||
| Day | Time | Event | Location |
| Sun 4th | 9am 11am |
Dovedale Dash Sign In Race starts |
Thorpe Pastures |
| Sun 4th | 11am | Mattins | Parwich Church |
| Mon 5th | … | Return to school after half-term | Parwich School |
| Mon 5th | 7pm | Bonfire Night & Fireworks | Alsop Road field |
| Wed 7th | … | Green bin, Blue bin and food caddy collection | Parwich |
| Wed 7th | … 6pm 7.15pm |
Pilates for Beginners General Beginners Class Beginners Class for Men |
Memorial Hall |
| Thu 8th | 2.45pm | Remembrance Assembly | Memorial Hall |
| Thu 8th | 3.30pm to 5.30pm | Evie’s Artistic Afternoon | Memorial Hall |
| Thu 8th | 6pm | Circuit Training | Memorial Hall |
| Fri 9th | 7.45pm | Film Night | Memorial Hall |
| Sun 11th |
9.15am 10am 10.15am 11.20am |
Remembrance Sunday Legion opens Parade leaves Legion Church Service Parade returns to Legion |
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Police and Crime Commissioner Elections, Thursday November 15
Posted in Local government, Police on Saturday November 3, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Elections for a Police and Crime Commissioner for Derbyshire take place on Thursday November 15th.
Four candidates are standing. Please click on each candidate name to read their official election statement.
- Alan Charles – Labour Party
- David Gale – UK Independence Party (UKIP)
- Rod Hutton – independent candidate, no party affiliation
- Simon Spencer – Conservative Party
Please click here for more information on the role of a Police and Crime Commissioner.
Bonfire Night and Fireworks
Posted in Events on Saturday November 3, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Parwich Carnival and Recreation Committee presents:
The 37th Annual Village Bonfire and Fireworks
on Monday 5th November, Alsop Road Field
The bonfire will be lit at 7pm – Fireworks at 730pm
Best Dressed Guy Competition: First Prize £10
Please take any rubbish to the bonfire, but please: no green material, mattresses, metal or tyres.
If help is needed with transporting material, please ring either Sandra (317) or Denis (447)
Pianola for sale
Posted in Classified adverts, Music on Saturday November 3, 2012| 1 Comment »
Keith P writes:
As we are moving to a new house without room for our magnificent player piano (popularly known as a pianola) we wonder if anybody local would like to buy it.
It was built in Germany in 1923 by Ibach & Sohn, a premium brand. As soon as I purchased it, in 1985, I had it fully refurbished by a pianola company in London and it remains in good condition.
My piano tuner in London thought it was a lovely instrument with a good tone, virtually as good as a small grand piano. It comes complete
with around 200 mostly classical piano rolls.I can put you in touch with a man who specialises in pianola maintenance and who used to look after it for me when I lived in Leicestershire. Offers please?
Inspection welcome at Fernlea House. Call Keith on 01335 390500 or 01684 576109
Recycling Disappointment
Posted in Local government, Services on Friday November 2, 2012| 3 Comments »
Earlier this week our new waste and recycling contractor Serco Ltd issued a media statement in which they stated they were confident all outstanding containers would be delivered and missed collections cleared by today (Friday 2 November).
It is now evident that Serco won’t hit this target, so here’s a statement from Derbyshire Dales District Council’s Director of Community Services, Peter Foley:
We are hugely disappointed with the performance of our waste contractors, Serco. But whilst we appreciate they have experienced serious issues, the only thing that matters to us is that our residents receive the service they have every right to expect.
We are working with Serco on a continual basis to resolve the problems. At the highest level, Serco are fully aware that we are holding them to account and they have responded with an action plan that includes the use of significant extra resources.
We know from comments made to us by local people that the majority of households are delighted with the new service as it enables them to recycle more at home than ever before. So when Serco eventually get it right for everyone, it’s going to be a first class service.
However, Serco know their performance to date is unacceptable and they need to get it right – and soon – to comply with their contractual obligations. They are fully aware we are not prepared to accept anything less.
Missing ram
Posted in Farming on Thursday November 1, 2012| Leave a Comment »
One of Ben C’s rams has been missing for the past few days. He is most likely to be found at the top end of the village. He is a large, white faced texel tup, with a faint red flock mark over his shoulders.
You can contact Ben on 0781 385 7014.
Update: The ram has been found! Click here for the full story…
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