Archive for the ‘Out & About’ Category

To continue with our recent photography theme, here is a beautiful ‘forest’ of wild orchids kindly sent in this morning by Martin C.

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Many thanks to David G for sharing these beautiful pictures of wild orchids, perfectly complimenting Martin C’s picture of last week.

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Wild Orchid

Thank you to the eagle-eyed Martin C for sending through this picture of a wild orchid spotted on Parwich Hill.

There are a few locations within a walk of the village where these fairly rare wildflowers can be seen in spring and early summer, always worth keeping your eyes peeled for them.

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Double Rainbow

Thank you to Paul T for sending in this fabulous double rainbow picture taken by Monsdale Lane earlier this afternoon.

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Bradbourne Fete

Saturday 16 July, 2 pm. Bradbourne Church Hall

Osmaston Wind Band

Refreshments

Grand Draw

Cake Stall

Craft Stall

Bric-a-Brac

Hoopla

Bowls and various Games

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Thank you to David G for these beautiful sunrise pictures

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The Gruffalo Trail

There’s a new Gruffalo trail now up and ready to follow, and it’s aimed at the younger members of our lovely village.

It begins with two sheets on the park near the play equipment, then two on the Green, with the remaining two hiding in the Pump Hill Garden.

There’s a printable check sheet and also the answers below should you need them.

Happy Gruffalo spotting!

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Little Bit Of Sunshine

Thanks to David G for the colourful picture of the sun yesterday and then today’s stunning sunrise.

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Saturday Sunrise

Many thanks to David G for this beautiful sunrise caught this morning.

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Sunrise Pics

Thank you to David G for these beautiful shots of this mornings stunning sunrise.

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Missing Man Hole Cover

Please be aware there’s a man hole cover missing on the way to Ashbourne by Keepers Cottage, just before the Bentley Brook.

Thanks to Karen W for the info

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If anyone is able to help on the night please contact Nia on 661.

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If anyone is able to help on the night please contact Nia on 661.

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If anyone is able to help on the night please contact Nia on 661.

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If anyone is able to help on the night please contact Nia on 661.

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A great shot of these curious cows, with thanks to David G for the pics.

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Bee Orchids

Spotted on the trail earlier today, thanks to Dawn J for sending in these great pics

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Thank you David G for sending in these Tissington Well Dressing photos.

Can you spot Moss having a cool down?

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High Peak Trail

Derbyshire Dales website advises the High Peak Trail has today (Friday 24 May 2019) re-opened in time for the bank holiday.

 

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Misty Morning

Thank you David G for these atmospheric pictures taken this morning

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The Hunt

The hunt at Close Farm. Photos by Alan S

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New recycled surface for Tissington Trail during winter closure

A 1.4 mile section of the Tissington Trail we be closed temporarily from 7 December 2018, to allow surfacing and improvement works to take place.

The Peak District National Park Authority confirmed the section involved will run from the Thorpe Car Park, and end at Spend Lane Bridge. Works are expected to be completed by the end of February 2019.

The closure will see re-surfacing – including the use of 100% recycled, WRAP (Waste Protocols Project) approved aggregates, a widening of the route to support its multi-user status, and associated ditch and drainage works. The temporary closure will also allow tree safety management to take place.

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They’ve Done It !

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Bradbourne Church Fete

Bradbourne Church Fete Saturday 21st July at 2pm.
The Osmaston Wind Band.Refreshments,Grand Draw.Cake Stall.Crafts.Bric a Brac
Games.
To be opened by Mr Robert Shields.

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Sheep Out

I’ve seen this pair wandering round the village since Monday and they have just been spotted trying to get to the veg in my garden.  I suggest the owner rounds them up because if they’re try it again, they’re likely to be joining it on my plate!

Thank you
Cheryl
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Hmmm, what to eat first..

Thank you Dawn J for sending in this amusing image.

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Over 60s April Event

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Join CHICKS for an evening of stargazing and discover the stars at our wonderful Daleside retreat in deepest ‘darkest’ Derbyshire! Suitable for all the family, the evening will be hosted by local Astronomer’s Patrick and Joanne Poitevi, who in their spare time run Scopes4SEN. They have donated 3 telescopes and lots of resources for CHICKS children to use. They will share their vast knowledge of the solar system with you in our dining hall. We will also serve delicious complimentary homemade soup made by our resident cook Emma to help keep you warm, along with tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
Weather permitting we will be able to walk up to our hill top where you will have access to our telescopes and more insights from Patrick and Joanne.

please register for tickets using this link: https://stargazingchickscharity.eventbrite.co.uk

Alternatively please give CHICKS a call on 07525 277 985 or in the office on 01335 350525.

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Join CHICKS for an evening of stargazing and discover the stars at our wonderful Daleside retreat in deepest ‘darkest’ Derbyshire! Suitable for all the family, the evening will be hosted by local Astronomer’s Patrick and Joanne Poitevi, who in their spare time run Scopes4SEN. They have donated 3 telescopes and lots of resources for CHICKS children to use. They will share their vast knowledge of the solar system with you in our dining hall. We will also serve delicious complimentary homemade soup made by our resident cook Emma to help keep you warm, along with tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
Weather permitting we will be able to walk up to our hill top where you will have access to our telescopes and more insights from Patrick and Joanne.

please register for tickets using this link: https://stargazingchickscharity.eventbrite.co.uk

Alternatively please give CHICKS a call on 07525 277 985 or in the office on 01335 350525.

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National Trust Event

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Thank you to Alex S for alerting us to this nationwide event.

The National Trust  are opening their doors to anyone who presents a National Lottery ticket or scratch card on Wednesday 13th December. It is to say thank you to National Lottery players for all the money they have raised which helps them look after places with important conservation projects.
Some places may not be open all the time in December. It is best to check individual web pages before setting out. For participating local venues please visit the National Trust website.

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Thanks to DDDC for the following information:

For the 10th year in a row, Derbyshire Dales District Council is encouraging people to ‘shop local’ this Christmas by introducing free parking across the district from 1st December.
The free parking from 2pm throughout December comes on top of residents’ parking concessions that allow local people to park free every day of the year up to 11am and after 4pm.
This means Dales residents have free parking for 21 hours each day over the festive period, which helps local people and local traders.
Free parking extends to midnight each day and motorists are reminded not to leave anything valuable in their vehicles as the lead up to Christmas can also be a choice time for thieves.

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Y Not

Photos taken before tonights rain. There are going to be thousands of cold damp people at Pikehall tonight. If you are going keep warm and Y Not share your photos on the blog.

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Butterfly Reserve Open Day

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The first Open Day for Derbyshire’s first Butterfly Reserve has been organised for Sunday the 23rd of July from 11 am to 3 pm. 

Members of Butterfly Conservation East Midlands, including Ray Walker (Hon Warden), Derek Brownlee (Hon Assistant Warden) together with Pat and Ken Orpe will be able to show visitors around this abandoned limestone quarry where already 24 species of butterflies have been recorded including Dark Green Fritillary and the Peak District version of the Brown Argus. It will also be possible to see the work that many volunteers have done to enhance the habitat so as to increase the biodiversity at the site. 

Directions. From the cross road in the centre of Longcliffe village, proceed in a north westerly direction towards Slipper Low Farm and just after the brow of the first hill, take the first left, just before a bungalow, and then proceed down a limestone track and park by the entrance gates to the Nature Reserve at the end of the track (SK222562). 

Contact: Ken Orpe ken@malaga.plus.com

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Sheep Loose

Apparently there are Sheep in the road on Creamery lane. 3 lambs 2 adult.

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“Duck racers beware of the river monster on the weir below the ford”

Thank you for sending this in David G

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Mrs Monty’s Uttoxeter Tips

16:45 Dartford Warbler

17:50 Midnight Magic

You heard it here first 🙂

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Wigber Low Talk

There is a talk this Wednesday 26th October at Queen Elizabeth Grammar Schhol about Wigber Low which may be of interest to Parwich locals as Wigber low is quite prominent on the road to Ashbourne and is close to the the old medieval track from Parwich to Ashbourne which went via Knivetonwood.
There is also a display at Ashbourne Library for the next two weeks with some of the objects found at Wigber Low together with a storyboard display.wigber-low-poster-final

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Tough Mudder

THEY DID IT!!

Well done to Jason for completing Tough Mudder and to Charlie and Eva for completing Mini Mudder. A great time was had by all and the funds for Friday Football have been well and truly boosted. Thanks to everyone who’s sponsored and we’ll let you know how much was raised as soon as we know.

Jo J

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Parwich Oddfellows

Anyone interested in supporting Cavendish Lodge for their 175 year celebration from the Parwich Oddfellows please contact,

  • D Swindell 390541
  • M Edge 390461

Usual start 1200hrs from the Hartington RBL 10th September 2016
Meal £20.00, 1700hrs, but please note, as previous blog dated 22nd August from Cavendish Lodge, this is not within the village, transport required.

Thank you.
David S

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