A great turn out for our second Let There Be Light children’s event. Thanks to all who came and helped create such a special event. Full photos can be seen on our church facebook page http://www.facebook.com/fivechurches.
Revd Andy Larkin.
Archive for the ‘Posts of Note’ Category
The Light continues
Posted in 2012, Church, Posts of Note, Young people on Sunday January 29, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Ashbourne’s entire market stolen by thieves
Posted in 2012, News, Police, Posts of Note on Thursday January 26, 2012| Leave a Comment »
To read more about the theft, which took place in the early hours of this morning (Thursday), please click on the following items:
Ashbourne News Telegraph: Ashbourne’s market stalls stolen.
BBC News: Ashbourne has entire market stolen by thieves.
Derbyshire Dales District Council: Ashbourne market hit by depot break-in.
More flying photos of the Tit family
Posted in 2012, Ornithology, Photography, Posts of Note on Thursday January 26, 2012| Leave a Comment »
This post should not be made available to Martin C. (see comments)
Blue tit flying to the nuts
Blue tit preparing to land on the nuts
Great tit about to land on the nuts
Blue tit ‘fly past’
Windy, with sunny spells!
Posted in 2012, Photography, Posts of Note on Sunday January 22, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Our roving reporter went for a short walk yesterday past the Bradbury’s farm up to the Tissington Trail. It was certainly a bit of a battle as the wind whistled down from Alsop. There were compensations though. Sporadically, the sun peeked out from behind the swirling clouds, bathing the dale in glorious sunshine. Here are a few pictures giving an impression of this blowy afternoon.
Frosty Sunday
Posted in 2012, Photography, Posts of Note, Young people on Tuesday January 17, 2012| Leave a Comment »
This lovely ‘Frosty Sunday morning’ photo was taken by Chloe W. She and her friends were on a walk up the fields when she managed to snap this scene.
Village Lunch, future dates & menus
Posted in 2012, Catering 4 Parwich, Events, Memorial hall, Posts of Note on Tuesday January 17, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Twenty eight people sat down to the Village Lunch on Monday and we enjoyed an exceptionally nice cottage pie followed by fruit crumble & custard. There were 4 guests, the “Old Codgers Walking Group”, who have relatives in the village and they have already booked for next month’s lunch.
Future Dates and Menus – always a Monday at 12.45pm in the Memorial Hall – £5 for 2 courses followed by tea or coffee.
February 13th – half term for Parwich School, so everyone welcome
Fish, Chips and Peas – Sticky Toffee Pudding
March 12th
Lamb Hot Pot, Swede & Carrot and Peas – Rice Pudding & Jam
April 16th
Gammon, Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes & Parsley Sauce – Apple Sponge & Custard
May 14th
Meat & Potato Pie & Vegetables – Lemon Meringue Pie
June 11th
Chicken in White Wine Sauce, Vegetable & New Potatoes – Trifle
July 9th
Ham Salad & New Potatoes – Jam Roly Poly & Custard
The menus are subject to change depending on availability, so please check the blog or Val (458) if necessary.
Wind turbine proposal ‘too tall’ for national park
Posted in 2012, Environment, Farming, Peak Park, Planning, Posts of Note, Sustainability on Monday January 16, 2012| 3 Comments »
The following statement was issued today by the Peak District National Park Authority. This relates to the recent planning application for a wind turbine at Hill Top Farm. (more…)
Not a bad place to live – part 2…
Posted in 2012, Photography, Posts of Note on Saturday January 14, 2012| Leave a Comment »
As the air was clear and the sun was bright, our roving reporter headed up the hill by Town Head and made his way to Minninglow to take a few pictures.
Particular thanks to Frank R and son, who kindly allowed their photograph to be taken whilst they were moving their sheep to a different field.
Not a bad place to live!
Posted in 2012, Photography, Posts of Note on Friday January 13, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Out walking this afternoon – glorious sunshine so you don’t notice the chill in the air, after all it is January.
Parwich Prepares for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations
Posted in 2012, Events, Parish Council, Posts of Note, Societies on Thursday January 5, 2012| 1 Comment »
A meeting was held on 3rd January 2012 to discuss the preparations for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Our celebrations will be held on the extra Bank Holiday on Tuesday 5th June 2012.
A number of suggestions were raised by those that attended: Denis and Pauline Laycock, Nia Linnell, Matthew Harrison and Caroline Healy.
Initial ideas are:
To hold a tea time street party on the stretch of road from the pub down towards Blanche Meadow (so that this stretch of road could be closed off)
Entertainment for the children
Live Music
Fireworks
Beacon lighting on Monday 4th June to join with the national beacon lighting and further beacon and fireworks on Tuesday 5th
Lamplit Parade, using torches, tea lights or candles, led by an accordion player
BBQ
Celebration cake
Commemorative mugs
A letter will be sent to every household to request a voluntary contribution towards the costs and the Village Societies will also be approached.
These are just initial thoughts and we would greatly appreciate any suggestions and help to help take the plans further.
The next meeting will be held at 7.30pm on 15th February in Parwich Memorial Hall
Everyone is welcome to attend so that we can plan together how to make this a memorable and enjoyable village celebration.
Caroline Healy Chair of Parwich Parish Council
Denis Laycock Chair of the Carnival and Recreation Committee
Wettest December since 1999?
Posted in 2012, Posts of Note, Weather on Monday January 2, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Our weatherman on the hill reports:
December 2011 has been possibly the wettest month recorded in Parwich since 1999. with 132.7 mm of rain.
Rainfall in 2011 amounted to 644.4 mm – about the normal quantity.
The wettest year in the period was 2000 with 1229 mm, followed by 2002 with a total of 1077 mm.
Christmas Walk
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note, Walks & Rides on Sunday December 25, 2011| 2 Comments »
This is the 4th year some of us have got together to do a Christmas morning walk. Everyone brought a contribution for the “picnic”, there were plenty of nibbles of lots and lots of mulled wine.
Thanks to JF-S for the photos
Christmas Eve’s Crib Service
Posted in 2011, Church, Photography, Posts of Note on Saturday December 24, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Andy explained that the Bible tells us that Jesus came into this world as a light into the darkness.
The questions is… What type of light?
In these photos, Andy is attempting to answer this question using a home made flame thrower!
Christmas lights of Parwich
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note on Thursday December 22, 2011| Leave a Comment »
The Parwich Guizers – a photographic history.
Posted in 2011, Arts, British Legion, People, Photography, Posts of Note, Pub, Societies on Thursday December 22, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Rob Francis writes:
You seek them here, you seek them there. For 25 years, they have mysteriously appeared then disappeared at Christmas.
This is a unique Parwich tradition inherited from Biggin-by-Hartington through Ambrose Wilton and Jack Cundy, who as boys traipsed along the railway, returning via The Newhaven Inn – back in 1936.
Click here to view photographs from the last 25 years (or click here for a full-screen slideshow).
This includes the guizers’ famous meeting with Paris Hilton (look at the smile on her face) and the first photograph that appeared in The Ashbourne Telegraph in 1985.
The guizers in all their shape-shifting forms wish you a Happy Christmas.
Monday’s Christmas Lunch and film in the Memorial Hall
Posted in 2011, Memorial hall, People, Photography, Posts of Note on Monday December 19, 2011| Leave a Comment »
The Eco Committee & 150 Year Anniversary Garden Update
Posted in 2011, Environment, Gardens, Photography, Posts of Note, School, Young people on Monday December 19, 2011| Leave a Comment »
For a large-sized, printer-friendly version of these photos, please open the current school newsletter PDF.
Pamper Evening and Christingles
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note, School on Monday December 19, 2011| Leave a Comment »
For a large-sized, printer-friendly version of these photos, please open the current school newsletter PDF.
The Magical Christmas Box
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note, School, Young people on Monday December 19, 2011| Leave a Comment »
This year’s Christmas production was fantastic! The children and staff worked extremely hard to make it enjoyable for all. Well Done to everyone who took part.
For a large-sized, printer-friendly version of these photos, please open the current school newsletter PDF.
New Recordings From Parwich Musicians
Posted in 2011, A52s, Music, Posts of Note, Y-Not on Sunday December 18, 2011| 6 Comments »
As the days have become shorter and the weather more inclement, Parwich musicians have busied themselves writing and recording music. We have permission to publish work from both The A52s and Hazel B.
Hazel B
Hazel Beddows has been writing songs since she was 13. She is currently 15 and has been a regular at local open mic sessions. The highlight of 2011 was playing on the open mic stage at the Y Not Festival…including a request to do an encore. Hazel has just completed a recording session at Meadow Farm Recording Studio – lyrics, music, voice and guitar are all by Hazel B.
Parwich.org are proud to present two of her songs. Remember where you heard them first!
Satnav:
Mountain:
The A52s
The A52s are the hardest working acoustic folk-rock band in Parwich……when they’re not discussing music trivia in the Sycamore over a pint of Double Hop whilst munching crispinoes. Check them out at www.thea52s.co.uk.
Members of The A52s playing on these recordings are: Lewis ‘Squeezebox’ Noble, Chris ‘Mando Man’ Radlett, Mike ‘Champagne’ Hughes, Chad ‘Qwibble’ Bean, Jim ‘Jet Pack’ Croft & Rob ’10 Piece’ Campbell. The sound was engineered by Stan ‘Boggie’ Dadley-Webb.
These Days:
Photograph:
Simon Cowell better watch out next Christmas!
Carols on the green
Posted in 2011, Events, Photography, Posts of Note on Friday December 16, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Young Voices
Posted in 2011, Music, Posts of Note, School, Young people on Thursday December 8, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Forever Forged’s Hayley in print and on air
Posted in 2011, Crafts, People, Posts of Note on Thursday December 8, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Parwich blacksmith Hayley Powell (of Forever Forged) is featured in an illustrated feature in the new edition of Country Homes & Interiors magazine, which is out today. Some of the photos in the feature, which is spread over several pages, were taken in Parwich.
Click here to preview the first two pages of the feature, which you’ll find on Pages 16 and 17.
Hayley will also be speaking on BBC Radio Derby at 12:15 tomorrow (Friday), in an interview which will be conducted from the forge at Claymills Victorian Pumping Station.
Parwich Primary School: snow procedures.
Posted in 2011, Posts of Note, School on Thursday December 8, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Head teacher Caroline Rodgers writes:
I need to remind some parents and inform our new parents what to do in the event of snow!
The decision to close school is never taken lightly; several factors dictate such measures, the health and safety of our children and staff is a priority, given the remote setting of the village. The decision is made through discussion with our Chair of Governors.
If it snows overnight, please tune into BBC Radio Derby (104.5 FM), check their website or tune into Ashbourne Radio (96.7 FM) to hear if school is closed.
If you hear nothing, assume school is open and we will be expecting your child.
It is more difficult when it starts snowing during the day. Usually some of our parents, who live out of the village or high up, give us some warning that things are getting bad. Once a decision is made to send children home, we will contact you by phone, then you or a representative must come and collect the children.
Please make sure that your details held here at school are up to date. In these days of voicemail and answer phones, it has become more difficult for us to contact parents quickly. Please make sure, you tell us how we can get hold of you quickly.
Delia’s Christmas Shopping Evening: Photo Gallery
Posted in 2011, Events, Memorial hall, Photography, Posts of Note on Monday December 5, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Thanks to JF-S for sending us these photos of Delia’s evening of Christmas shopping and festive floral demonstrations, which took place in the Memorial Hall on Monday evening.
A new arrival at the Jubilee pond
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note on Wednesday November 23, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Inscribed in memory of Len and Shirley Gibbs of Lenscliffe, this bench was installed beside the Jubilee pond last week.
“What a nice gesture” says JF-S, who took these two photos.
Please click on each to enlarge.
Daffodil Time?
Posted in 2011, Flora, Gardens, Posts of Note, Weather on Sunday November 20, 2011| 2 Comments »
Kevin S writes:
Today’s weather stats confirm what we all know: that the warm autumn continues (despite the fog). Even so, I was a bit shocked this morning when I saw daffodils coming up in the garden.
Remembering JFS’s photos of apple blossom, primroses and ceanothus from way, way back in October, I decided to list what was happening the garden. I found:
- Honeysuckle in flower.
- A Dorothy Perkins rose putting out new flower buds.
- A spirea starting to flower.
- Flowers on the white, summer-flowering jasmine (and on the yellow, winter-flowering jasmine too; no surprise there, though).
- Masses of flowers on an ornamental strawberry.
- Campanulas and geraniums in flower.
If it wasn’t for all the worm casts, I’d be tempted to get the lawn mower out.
I was on the phone to a friend in Nottingham yesterday, when she suddenly stopped in mid-sentence because a peacock butterfly had just flown by.
It would be interesting to hear what other unseasonal sightings people have spotted…?
Y-Not Festival scoops two national awards
Posted in 2011, Music, Pikehall, Posts of Note, Y-Not on Wednesday November 16, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Congratulations are due to the organisers of Pikehall’s Y-Not Festival, for their double victory at this year’s UK Festival Awards.
Y-Not were victorious in two categories: the “grass roots” festival award, and the award for having the best toilets of any festival in the UK, big or small!
As no other British festival (no, not even Glastonbury!) managed to win two awards, this is a fantastic achievement, and proof positive that we have a truly wonderful annual event on our doorstep.
All about Catering4Parwich
Posted in 2011, Catering 4 Parwich, Memorial hall, People, Posts of Note on Tuesday November 15, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Catering4Parwich has been popping up on the blog a lot recently. Just in case you don’t know, it’s a fantastic “new” non-profit making organisation run by Val Kirkham for the benefit of our community.
Originally it was set up in 2009/10 as a means to obtain funding for kitchen equipment for the new Memorial Hall. One of the conditions of the grant was to set up a micro-enterprise so that all profit, once food costs and wages have been deducted, goes back into the Memorial Hall.
The funding committee and Val created this organisation and now Val is totally responsible for all aspects of Catering4Parwich. During a normal week Val and Alison work about 6-8 hours a week but this goes up significantly when there are functions. Casual staff, normally local youngsters, are employed for such events, so if you would like to add your name to her list, please contact her. Some village functions like yesterday’s very successful lunch use volunteers, this helps to keep the price down to a minimum, with everyone only having to pay £5 for a two course meal.
During the past year Catering4Parwich has supported many events, both in the village and locally. Every week food is provided for the British Legion Darts Club and teas for the Over 60’s Pilates. Other events include the Oddfellows Lunch, Harvest Supper, lunches for new candidates for the teaching post at Parwich School, two Lent lunches, the Royal Wedding Event, lunches for a local and a national gardening group, teas for an art exhibition and the monthly film club.
C4P’s biggest event was catering for 512 people during the Archbishop of Canterbury’s visit to Ashbourne, smaller events included Parkside Junior School’s Prom and a local funeral.
Already this non-profit making organisation has bought additional equipment for the kitchen, including an electric bain-marie, pans, vegetable dishes, a water boiler, a portable gas griddle and two portable ceramic hot plates. Items they are looking to purchase in the future include a fryer, microwave and quality cutlery for weddings.
Val has produced flyers to market C4P but word of mouth is her best source of bookings, which are already coming in for 2012.
Val K, Catering4Parwich – Tel 01335 390458.
Parwich Lunch
Posted in 2011, Catering 4 Parwich, Eating Out, Memorial hall, People, Posts of Note on Monday November 14, 2011| Leave a Comment »
The latest event organised by Catering4Parwich, “Parwich Lunch”, had its inaugural meal today. Sixteen adults and two children enjoyed a lovely chicken and vegetable casserole with dumplings followed by apple pie and custard. There was a great atmosphere and lots of talking.
Everyone was very quick to sign up for the next lunch on Monday 19th December – Turkey and all the trimmings, followed by Christmas Pud or Trifle, other dietary requirements can happily be catered for. At £5 it is a real bargain, next month Martin C will be showing a film after the lunch for those who would like to stay on. If you haven’t booked ring Val on 458.
Future Lunch Dates
Always held in the Memorial Hall at 12.45pm – £5
Monday, December 19th
Monday, January 16th
Monday, February 13th
Monday, March 12th
From Start to Finish with The Marshalls
Posted in 2011, Classified adverts, Housing, People, Posts of Note on Monday November 14, 2011| 1 Comment »
This project was undertaken by the Marshalls, which they started at the beginning of May, taking only 19 weeks to complete. Tony and Shaun did all the work themselves apart from the electrics and plumbing. They thought it might be interesting to show the work involved in a new build property from start to finish.
The 3 bedroomed detached house in Uttoxeter, is now on the market with Bagshaws at £159,950. For full details click here.
Tony & Shaun Marshall, Builders, Parwich – 07811 379782 or 01335 390314
Parwich pays its respects today
Posted in 2011, British Legion, Church, Posts of Note on Sunday November 13, 2011| Leave a Comment »
JF-S
Grit bins & the Law
Posted in 2011, Parish Council, Police, Posts of Note, Services on Monday November 7, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Residents in Ashbourne and the surrounding villages are being advised to make sure they use grit fairly and sensibly during the winter months. It is after reports that during the cold spell last year, some residents had taken grit from roadside bins for use on their own driveways.
PCSO Kate Cleveley of the Tissington Area Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “It was disappointing to hear that last year a few individuals took grit that is provided to keep road users and pedestrians safe on the highways, and used it on their own personal property.
“Grit bins are provided by the council in various locations, usually in villages or on untreated roads, so that residents and businesses can keep roads or pavements free from snow and ice.
“These grit bins must be used to clear public pavements and roads only and are not for use on private property.”
Police have advised that taking grit from the public bins for use on private property can be classed as theft.
PCSO Cleveley added: “Not only would you risk prosecution if you are found to be taking grit from public bins for domestic use, but you could also be putting other people’s safety at risk. Homeowners have a responsibility to buy their own supplies of salt to keep their driveways or pathways clear. Please use public salt supplies responsibly.”
You can report problems with grit bins to Derbyshire County Council on 08456 058 058.
Fireworks Galore
Posted in 2011, Events, Photography, Posts of Note, Societies on Sunday November 6, 2011| Leave a Comment »
It was a super Bonfire Night last night, and the fireworks went on for ages – a fabulous event. Thank you to the Carnival & Rec committee for organising it, to C4P for the food and anyone else that helped.
Photos by JF-S
Have you seen this guy?
Posted in 2011, Events, Photography, Posts of Note, Young people on Saturday November 5, 2011| Leave a Comment »
This guy looked as bit lost as he was seen staggering down Creamery Lane about 30 minutes ago.
If you see him, do help him, as he’s going to be the star tonight. Give your vote and support to “Guy in Lights”, better than X Factor & Strictly, from 7.30pm, Live on Alsop Road. It’s Bonfire Night!
Well done Wyatt & the Marshalls.
Horticultural Society – Chairman’s Report
Posted in 2011, People, Posts of Note, Societies on Saturday November 5, 2011| 1 Comment »
CHAIRMANS REPORT 2011
The last year has been yet another good one for the Horticultural Society. It has been difficult deciding in what direction to steer the Society but I feel we have weathered the last 2 years and are being as well supported by our members as we were in the past.
Entries were higher this year in the childrens show and there were some fabulous animals produced from fruit and vegetables. The main show was as unpredictable as ever and entries were affected by a wet summer and by many of us being at the Strong Man event the day before. However the auction was as popular as ever as the crowd were encouraged by the auctioneer, Mr Robert Bunting, to part with vast sums of money for superb produce.
Open Gardens was another great success and as usual the village rallied round to help us with the organisation. As a Thank-You to our Garden Openers we held a buffet reception on the Sunday evening and it was lovely to see everyone there. (more…)
UK Government proposed changes to solar PV Feed-in-Tariffs
Posted in 2011, Posts of Note, Sustainability on Tuesday November 1, 2011| Leave a Comment »
In August I wrote a detailed article about sustainability, giving all the renewable energy options available to us. Yesterday the government announced major new proposals to the Feed in Tariffs that will affect the cost effectiveness of PV panel.
Under the proposals, the new tariffs would apply to all new eligible solar PV installations installed on or after 12 December 2011. These installations would receive the current tariff of 43.3p before moving to the lower tariffs, 21p, on 1 April 2012.
Consumers who already receive a FIT will see their existing payments unchanged, and those with an eligibility date on or before 11 December 2011 will receive the current rate.
The table below compares typical income and savings made for an average sized solar PV system in the UK based on the Energy Saving Trust’s website.
| FIT Rates | Total annual earnings and savings with a 2.9kW system |
Simple payback (years) |
| Current – higher tariff 43.3p/kWh | £1,190 | 11 |
| Proposed – lower tariff 21p/kWh | £640 | 20 |
Please note that these proposals are currently under consultation and are therefore not final. However, the Energy Savings Trust recommend customers should use the figures in the consultation if they are planning to install after 12 December 2011.
Trick or Treat
Posted in 2011, Photography, Posts of Note, Young people on Monday October 31, 2011| 1 Comment »
Love it or hate it, Parwich does “Trick or Treat” well, it is good-natured and friendly. Tonight there was a real buzz in the air, you could hear children’s voices full of excitement and their footsteps echoing up the path. Lots of effort had been put into the costumes and the enthusiasm of the children was matched by their readiness to say thank you.
Lots more photos – to enlarge just click on the photo. (more…)
Let there be Light
Posted in 2011, Catering 4 Parwich, Church, Crafts, Memorial hall, Posts of Note, Young people on Monday October 31, 2011| Leave a Comment »
Let There Be Light, a children’s event celebrating God’s creation, organised by Revd Andy Larkin, took place today in the Memorial Hall. Thirty eight children attended and enjoyed activities including a shadow theatre, an ultra-violet light filled maze, decorating gingerbread people, producing a full size decorated image of themselves and a huge joint piece of art celebrating the creation story from the Bible.
The parents enjoyed the excellent cafe provided by Catering 4 Parwich. The only problem was how to get the huge painting into the church, when it was finished! As the children left, they were each given a light stick. To see all the photo’s check out the Peak Five facebook page. A video will be posted soon.
“Thank you all who worked so hard with the planning, organisation and delivery. Especially the parents who unexpectedly found themselves being helpers to cope with the number of children (you know who you are!). Thanks also to all of you who came and supported the event and helped to make it such a great morning. Revd Andy Larkin.”
Community Messaging Service
Posted in 2011, Police, Posts of Note on Friday October 28, 2011| Leave a Comment »
The Community Messaging Service is a system designed to circulate information rapidly, to keep members of the community informed of crimes in their area and current events, as well as appeals for witnesses to crime.
You can also sign up for messages about emergencies in your area for free.
Find out about – bogus callers, burglaries, theft, appeals, community meetings, crime prevention etc.
Messages are sent by e-mail, voice mail, fax or text message and people can also choose when they receive information.
Information can be specifically targeted at individual schemes or neighbourhoods.
There are already more than 18,500 members of the public and other partner agencies registered on the system. If you would like more information or would like to register with this service, please contact your Divisional Community Information Officer on 101.
Parwich.org regularly received these messages and posts ones that are relevant to our area.
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