WE MADE IT 🎉🎉. Wakes 2025 you have been awesome. What a week in the sun! It’s been action packed and we are completely exhausted but happy to meet so many friends old and new. We are a truly special village, with some special people and we need to try and maintain that as long as possible.

Wakes would not be possible without the help and support from so many volunteers (Roger, Roy and David to name just a few!), the Carnival and Recreation Committee, the Oddfellows, Kirsty, Jane,Tom and the Sycamore Team and everyone at the Legion. So from me to you thank you. It’s time for a rest now but we will be back in 2026.

Signing off for now with a few of my favourite pictures (credit to Phil Cooke for some of them)….

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Due to our dog’s age we have been advised to change her diet. We have an unopened box of her Tails food which I think generally lasts about six weeks.

Free to any good home. 

Available for collection anytime 

Malcolm & Lucie-Clare

Old Hall, Parwich, Derbyshire DE6

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I’ve found it this morning in the field heading for Parwich lees and left it on the double hedge style, it looks new.

DS

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Please find details of the proposed road closure for Parwich Lane, Pikehall.

You can view the order on this link  https://one.network/?tm=144267072

For any queries please email TTM.mailbox@derbyshire.gov.uk

Derbyshire Highways Hub

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Thank you to Hotch for releasing the balls the winners are….

1st Gill Derbyshire – £75

2nd Lynda Gosling – £50

3rd Lynda Gosling – £35

4th Ruth Webber – £25

5th Josh Griffiths – £15

Well done everyone and thank you so much for your support 😍

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Starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbaender, this film, rated one of the best of 2025, invites audiences into a world full of secrets and intrigue as a British Intelligence officer races to find the traitor in his organization.  When intelligence agent Kathryn Woodhouse is suspected of betraying the nation, her husband – also a legendary agent – faces the ultimate test of whether to be loyal to his marriage, or his country. 

Friday JULY 4th 7.45PM   

Free Entrance.   Refreshments.     Raffle

Parwich Memorial Hall

TRAILER LINK BELOW

https://youtu.be/Du0Xp8WX_7I?si=S_6v9GDNNIKjEPAZ

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Starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbaender, this film, rated one of the best of 2025, invites audiences into a world full of secrets and intrigue as a British Intelligence officer races to find the traitor in his organization.  When intelligence agent Kathryn Woodhouse is suspected of betraying the nation, her husband – also a legendary agent – faces the ultimate test of whether to be loyal to his marriage, or his country. 

Friday JULY 4th 7.45PM   

Free Entrance.   Refreshments.     Raffle

Parwich Memorial Hall

TRAILER LINK BELOW

https://youtu.be/Du0Xp8WX_7I?si=S_6v9GDNNIKjEPAZ

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Just a reminder to buy you balls from Karen Wigley before Friday, there aren’t many left!

The ball race will be followed by a BBQ and games night at the Legion.

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Massive congratulations to Louise K and Jen B…

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What an amazing effort and turn out by all the Juniors you should all be super proud of yourselves. The results and times are as follows..

Times..

You can also download the times..

Lucy M

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What an absolutely fantastic turn out. Thanks to everyone who ran, supported and helped out. The results and times are as follows..

Times..

You can also download the times..

See you next year Tuesday 30th June 2026 😁. Lucy M

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Sunday 6^th July –3^rd Sunday after Trinity

Alsop                   9:15 am    Morning Prayer

Tissington         11:15 am    Family Communion

Parwich               2:30 pm    Methodist Anniversary Church Service

Sunday 13^th July – 4^th Sunday after Trinity

Thorpe                 9:15 am    Holy Communion

Parwich             11:15 am    Morning Prayer and Baptism of Ava Harrison

Sunday 20^th July – 5^th Sunday after Trinity

Tissington                8 am    Holy Communion using the Book of Common Prayer

Parwich             10:00 am    Songs of Praise launching Flower Festival

Alsop                 11:15 am    Holy Communion

Sunday 27^th July – 6^th Sunday after Trinity

Parwich               9:15 am    Morning Prayer (said service  with no music)

Thorpe               11:15 am    Holy Communion

Sunday 3^rd August – 7^thSunday after Trinity

Alsop                   9:15 am    Morning Prayer

Tissington         11:15 am    Family Communion

Parwich               2:30 pm    Methodist Church Service

Weekday morning prayer in different churches across the Benefice

These are informal occasions for anyone who feels they would like to pause and worship for 15-20 mins with Revd Nicola.  All are welcome – no advance notice (or ongoing commitment) required.

Tues  1^st July – 9:30 at Parwich^*

Thurs  3^rd July- 09:30 at Thorpe

Tues  8^th July- 09:30 at Alsop^*

Thurs 17^th July – 09:30 at Thorpe

Tues 22nd July – 09:30 at Tissington^*
Feast day of St Mary Magdalene

Tues 29^th July – 09:30 at Fenny Bentley^*

Thurs 31^st July – 09:30 at Thorpe

FitzHerbert School collective worship is held every Monday in term time, in Fenny Bentley church at 09:10, to which all are welcome.  (Term ends 24^th July)

^*If I am available on any particular Tuesday, I am aiming at the rhythm for location of 1^st Tues of the month – Parwich, 2^nd Tues – Alsop, 3^rd Tues – Tissington. On 4^th Tues- if no Monday school collective worship, at Fenny Bentley, otherwise any of Parwich, Aslop, Tissington or Fenny Bentley, in particular if they have missed their usual slot in the month.

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A massive thank you to Phil Cooke for these amazing photos. They perfectly reflect what a beautiful day it was. There are lots more on the Parwich Wakes Facebook Group…

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Results from the adults treasure hunt:

1st Milly’s Mob 41
2nd Beachy Barkers 39
3rd Jimmy’s Bikinis 39
A tiebreaker decided the second and third places!
A very good effort from all involved and the winners only dropping 4 points, excellent result.

Thanks from Team Swindell 😍

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Starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbaender, this film, rated one of the best of 2025, invites audiences into a world full of secrets and intrigue as a British Intelligence officer races to find the traitor in his organization.  When intelligence agent Kathryn Woodhouse is suspected of betraying the nation, her husband – also a legendary agent – faces the ultimate test of whether to be loyal to his marriage, or his country. 

Friday JULY 4th 7.45PM   

Free Entrance.   Refreshments.     Raffle

Parwich Memorial Hall

TRAILER LINK BELOW

https://youtu.be/Du0Xp8WX_7I?si=S_6v9GDNNIKjEPAZ

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It’s given a cracking sunny afternoon/evening so make sure you support them and our local Irish legend Chris Houlihan who will be playing live outside in the sun on the Green from 8pm.

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The fun and games start tomorrow so take a look at the Wakes programme for a full list of all the activities taking place 😁. Heres to a great Wakes 2025. Alternatively you can download the programme:

If you have any questions about the events drop me an email at lucywigley@googlemail.com or join our Wakes Facebook group to keep upto date with all the latest info.

Lucy M

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The rain clouds may have gathered minutes before the start of Sunday’s Open Gardens but this certainly didn’t dampen the spirits of our garden owners, volunteers or visitors. 

The village looked amazing and, once again, hundreds of people flocked to this corner of the White Peak to enjoy the green-fingered enthusiasm and hospitality for which we’ve become renowned. As one person put it afterwards: “Fantastic afternoon out, thank you to all who organised and opened up their gardens. Home with garden envy and inspiration.”

Final receipts are still to be confirmed but we shall, as always, be looking to share funds among other village clubs and organisations at the next Horticultural Society AGM, so do look out for details on the Blog towards the end of the year. Heartfelt thanks from the whole PDHS committee for making this possible and to everyone for your ongoing support.

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The balls have all been counted and accounted for. They will be ready to buy from Liz E, Rosie W and Karen W on Saturday.

Prizes are 1st £75, 2nd £50, 3rd £35, 4th £25 and 5th £15.

The Ball Race itself is on Friday 4th July, 6.30pm down Pump Hill.

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Parwich Primary School will be hosting a tombola and guess how many sweets in the jar game on their stall at the Wakes market this Saturday from 10am – 2pm on the Village Green. Please pop along to support us 😁.

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Easter Monday we welcomed 12 chicks (not planned – secret broody hen) we have 5 beautiful boys looking for their forever home. If anyone is interested please give me a call and you can come and have a look. 07950823369.

Thanks

Vicky 

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The surface of Nethergreen car park will be restored. The work on the car park is expected to start tomorrow, Tuesday the 24th. The work will take two or three days and be completed before Wakes.

Use of the carpark will be restricted during this time but access to Blanche Meadow will be maintained.

Disruption will be kept to a minimum.

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Click this link to read the draft minutes of the meeting of Parwich Parish Council held on the 18th of June.

Thankyou

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No practice this weekend due to Open Gardens

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£10 entrance. Children free. All proceeds to Mid Derbyshire Association for Mobile Physiotherapy.

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With just over one week to go take a look at the Wakes programme for a full list of all the activities taking place 😁. Alternatively you can download the programme:

If you have any questions about the events drop me an email at lucywigley@googlemail.com or join our Wakes Facebook group to keep upto date with all the latest info.

Lucy M

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OCEAN WITH DAVID ATTENBOROUGH -a full length documentary- is a breathtaking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean.

Through spectacular sequences featuring coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, Attenborough shares why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing.

Stunning, immersive cinematography showcases the wonder of life under the seas and exposes the realities and challenges facing our ocean as never-before-seen, from destructive fishing techniques to mass coral reef bleaching. Yet the story is one of optimism, with Attenborough pointing to inspirational stories from around the world to deliver his greatest message: the ocean can recover to a glory beyond anything anyone alive has ever seen.

Guardian *****  Ocean with David Attenborough review – a passionate case against the ruination of the seas- Released on his 99th birthday and presented in the context of his remarkable career, Sir David’s authority is matched only by nature’s grandeur in this visually stunning film

Time Out “If you’ve watched BBC nature documentaries over the last decade, you’ll have seen similar images, but only the coldest of souls could ever tire of the sight of dolphins and seabirds all swarming around an undulating ball of silver fish. On the cinema screen it looks more breathtaking than it ever could on TV”

JUNE 20th 7.45PM   

Free Entrance.   Refreshments.     Raffle

 Parwich Memorial Hall

TRAILER LINK:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIZAdCtKT_g

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My mum lives on Smithy Close and she is looking for a painter and decorator to give her flat a fresh coat of paint.

Is there anyone, or does anyone know of anyone, who may be appropriate/available?

My mum is called Susan, and her contact number is: +44 7923 499396

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Can anyone recommend a reputable person who does home boarding and day care for dogs please. 

Many thanks

Phil & Gina 07799715502 

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Wall down and sheep out on top road on parwich hill (10am today)

AlexS

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West View have yet again had to pick up dog mess on Parsons Croft just next to where there is a multi school kids event going on…

The dog mess is from an extremely large dog and it isn’t a small amount! It is also a regular occurrence.

We will all be keeping an eye out and if anyone is spotted leaving dog mess they will immediately be reported for a possible fine.

If you are using Parsons Croft for dogs, which like many I do too, then be responsible take your dog to the bottom of the field to do its business away from where the kids play and PICK IT UP! Don’t just let them run around and don’t watch them as that’s when it happens! We are watching you.

Lucy M

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Next week is Parwich Primary School Sports Week, an action packed week of events for the children covering all areas of sports. If you see the school children around the village (some may look like they are in a hamster ball but I promise they are having the best time) give them a wave.

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I have seen this cat at Townhead House a few times. It has a reflective collar with a magnetic cat flap fob attached. Friendly and hungry.
Does anyone recognise him?

SusanS

Tel: 01335 390062

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Saturday 14 June. 8pm

There’s a dead ewe in the field up on the Parwich hill. Unsure who this mob belongs to but she’s right by the public right of way.

DaniM

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The next meeting of Parwich Parish Council will be held on Wednesday the 18th June 2025 at 7:30 pm in the Memorial Hall.

The agenda is here.

Thank you

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The hexagonal bench around the tree by the climbing frame at the playground is coming the end of its useful life. The condition of  the bench and its base have been identified as a medium hazard in the annual playground inspection carried out by ROSPA Playsafety.

The Council would be pleased to hear from any resident who might like to contribute towards the cost of a replacement. The Council would welcome any request to dedicate a replacement in accordance with the wishes of the donor.

Parwich parish council

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