
I live down at wash meadow and I’ve lost my cat albus, he’s quite slim, black and white. He’s been gone for a couple of days now,

I live down at wash meadow and I’ve lost my cat albus, he’s quite slim, black and white. He’s been gone for a couple of days now,
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Derbyshire Dales District Council’s car parks remain open during the coronavirus outbreak for the benefit of local residents who are working from home or making essential visits as set out by Government.
However, on Tuesday evening (24 March) the council put up clear signage asking motorists if they needed to be there and to follow current Government coronavirus measures (poster attached).
Parking charges will be suspended temporarily until further notice.
A full list of service changes due to the coronavirus outbreak is being updated regularly at www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/coronavirus

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



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Update: I have organised a delivery to the village next Wednesday 1 April . Please can you let me have your orders by 4pm on Friday 27 March. You can email them to me: fiona@w3z.co.uk
Lestor Lowe’s will be shut as from tomorrow for collections but will still deliver with priority being for animal feed. Could we organise a village delivery ? I am happy to co-ordinate
Fiona H .191
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Staff absences due to self-isolation measures mean garden waste collections will be suspended from Friday to enable our teams to focus on recycling and general household waste collections.
Food waste will be collected fortnightly – with household waste – rather than weekly.
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UPDATE: Owner now found and on the way to collect
We’ve had a message from Liz up at Minninglow Grange, they’ve had an older border collie arrive on their land, it only has one eye and although it has a collar there are no details on it. They’ve managed to shut it into one of their barns for now – does anyone know who it may belong to?
Please contact Liz on 390 434 if you’ve any information
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We’ve just received the following message from Saskia: I have a partly dis-assembled cardboard toy castle. Hobbycraft, 91x91x81 cm. Already skilfully (?!) coloured in by my grandkids, but has a bit of play-life left in it for bored little ones (4-5 yrs?). I’m happy to drop it off in/near the village.
Saskia on 440.
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We are indebted to Malcolm H for passing this on to us –
I bought meat from Andrew Holmes Butchers in Tissington yesterday and he told me he is able to take telephone orders.He also has an arrangement with Fresh Choice vegetables of Ashbourne in that they will deliver telephone orders to him and keep them in their cold room so that you can collect both veg and meat orders at once. A great help as it obviously avoids the necessity to travel into AshbourneA J Holmes, The old Slaughter House Chapel Lane Tissington tel: 01335 350186Fresh Choice,22 St John Street, Ashbourne tel: 01335 300850I hope this helps
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We have been informed by East Midlands Ambulance Service that for the time being, owing to lack of personal protection, First Responders will NOT be dispatched to Cardiac Arrests or to breathing difficulties and suspected Covid 19 cases. This means that we will only really be sent to stroke or choking casualties.
In case of medical emergency ALWAYS dial 999 . A First Responder will be dispatched if one is on duty. We will be providing reduced cover as some of our group are self-isolating in line with government guidelines.
There is a static defibrillator at the pub and the access code will be provided when you call 999.
If you fancy refreshing your CPR skills in the event of needing to assist during a cardiac arrest please take a look at a YouTube video such as the one below from the British Heart Foundation featuring Vinnie Jones.
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Grey bin and food caddy on Wednesday.
That’s about it for this week.
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I am reminded by Lucy M’s lovely suggestion that I have been dilatory in putting this on the blog.
This is a special invitation to the youngest members of our community.
Have you seen the fairy stools at Pump Hill Wood? There are three little seats located in places where you can sit and look around to see if you can spot a fairy. Sometimes they dance in the sunbeams, or in a gentle rain. You can also sit here and see animals in the distance, insects, small birds and different kinds of flowers. You can also close your eyes and make a wish. This magical place is changing every day as Mother Nature has taken charge.
Note to parents . Please, for the next few months, keep children on the paths. We need to ensure that what is lurking below the loose soil can thrive as it comes through.In addition, brambles are starting to poke through. In the next week or so we will have to spray the nettles, so straying into the planted areas is not a good idea. We will as a matter of course advise everyone when this happens, through the blog and with gentle reminders at the two entrances.
Lynette C
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In these uncertain times how about a bit of light relief?? I’ve just seen a post on Facebook where neighbourhoods are drawing and putting up pictures of rainbows in their windows for local children to find on a rainbow treasure hunt. As a mother of two young children looking for some activities in the village to keep my kids entertained how about it? All you need to do is draw a picture of a rainbow and stick it in your window next week ready for us and others to spot.
Thanks in rainbow hopefulness
Lucy M

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The Parwich Carnival and Recreation Committee AGM was due to take place on Thursday 2nd April. We have taken the decision to postpone this till further notice. We will keep abreast of the situation and keep planning Wakes as best we can. If you have any questions or suggestions please contact lucywigley@googlemail.com
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As you can probably imagine I’m struggling a bit to keep up with all the event cancellations, virus notices,etc at the moment. Apologies for any ads or diary posts giving the wrong info, if you spot anything please add a comment and I’ll endeavour to catch up asap.
Thanks
Steve J
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I’m sure you are aware of the Government advice to avoid pubs and clubs. The purpose of this notice is to explain what the Parwich British Legion Club plans to do and the thinking that supports this decision.
We intent to remain open until instructed to close or until it is not financially viable.
We will manage risks by:
- Enforcing strict hygiene measures to reduce the risk of transmission
- Request all customers and staff wash their hands before entering the club
- Limit opening hours to 6pm to 10pm
- Request people pay by card rather than cash if possible
- Postpone all indoor special events
- If consistent with current guidance, we will consider outdoor events when the weather is good enough
We believe that remaining open represents a relatively low risk, having taken the following factors into account:
- We are a small club where most people are known to each other, with few guests from outside the village
- At risk individuals will have taken appropriate steps to self-isolate
- Staff are in favour of and support remaining open
As this is a rapidly changing situation, you will be updated of any changes to this position.
Lastly, we would like to thank all our staff and customers for their support and understanding during this unusual and particularly difficult time.
Jon M
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The History Society AGM due to be held on 30 March has been cancelled. Anyone who was hoping to attend and has not previously expressed an interest in the Society by providing an email address, is welcome to email parwichhistory@hotmail.com . You will then join the list of those interested in the Society and be notified of events.
Fiona H
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Unfortunately, due to the Coronavirus situation we have had to cancel the St. George’s day parade and will be postponing the duck race.
We hope to run the duck race at a later date so for those who have purchased ducks they will be raced at some point or if you prefer you can get a refund from the person you bought them from.
Thanks for your support.
Regards Mick, Val, Jane and Carl
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The Sycamore is offering a new takeaway service for delivery or collection. Kirsty says “ Also going to look into getting pizzas but I need a bit of time for that. Food times for order and delivery 10 am til 2.30 then 6 -8.30 pm, people can order in advance for the evening or the next day”
She can be contacted on 01335 390212 or messaged on Facebook.

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The Live and Local event at Bradbourne on 4 April has been cancelled as have church services. The church is open as usual for individuals to call in.
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I am offering a daily remote healing session for anyone, people and animals, that may be suffering from illness or anxiety at this time.
All I need is the name and address.
Mobile to text details is: 07855623528
Susan S
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Thanks to the suggestion by Lynette Coyne the Community Team of some 10 boys came last Sunday to clear and repair the church paths , they were here for 5 hours and I was with them for 3 hours and their performance under the guidance of Mel and two other guys was outstanding. They are returning again another day later in the summer maybe for further maintenance work. Stuart C.

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All church services have been suspended until further notice, but the churches will remain open for private prayer and reflection.
Martin C
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Kirsty has recently shared this, please make sure you share with others in the village who may benefit from it…
We will be having our cash and carry delivery on Thursday if there is anything anyone in Parwich needs or are struggling to get then let us know by wednesday 12 pm and if it’s available we can pop it on the order. We are also going to get bread deliveries if you would like to order bread sliced, unsliced loafs, baps, cakes etc please message or call and we can have these delivered on pretty much a daily basis. Please call 390212. Also for people who aren’t aware we do take away food from snacks such as sandwiches jacket potatoes to full meals so if you are stopping at home and isolating and require a take out you can collect from us or we could deliver to you with a little bit of notice. The takeaway menu will be published shortly.
Kirsty from the Sycamore 390212
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This Friday’s film (the Good Liar) is cancelled-sorry about that.
Martin C
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Hi Everyone,
After watching the Press Conference this afternoon regarding the Coronavirus I have decided to cancel the Parwich Lunches until later in the year. We need to keep everyone safe and because a large number of us are over 70 I think it is the right thing to do.
Thanks
Val K
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Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Hardyal Dhindsa has taken action on public concerns over speeding – pledging additional funding to expand community speed monitoring across all corners of the county.
The Commissioner, who recently announced the addition of two new full-time posts to coordinate and manage the county’s Community Speed Watch (CSW) programme, has now revealed funding for 20 new ‘grab bags’ containing speed monitoring equipment, which will be deployed to all policing units in Derbyshire.
Speeding remains the most frequently raised issue in all of Derbyshire’s towns, villages and neighbourhoods.
Acting on the concerns raised during the PCC’s countywide #D383 tour, Mr Dhindsa has pledged to expand CSW and make it easier for local people to proactively address problems in their villages and neighbourhoods to reduce road traffic collisions. Continue Reading »
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We have received the following message from the Legion:
Whilst you enjoy The Parwich British Legion Club, we take your continued good health and safety, extremely seriously.
Which is why we want to assure you that cleanliness and hygiene (which was and always will be key) is now receiving our utmost attention. You will notice our staff regularly wiping with disinfectant any surfaces that come into contact with staff and customers. And regular hand washing by staff and customers alike, continues to be the best public health advice.
But, if you have a cough or a cold yourself, as a consideration for others, please could we ask that you remain at home until you have recovered.
From the committee
Parwich Royal British Legion Club
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Christine Williams, our faithful church organist, is moving from Brassington
to North Wales at the end of the month. Today in church we thanked her for
25 years of service, and gave her a cheque towards her purchase of a tenor
saxophone. Christine has not only played the organ but also assembled and
directed choirs for our special services. Happy moving!

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We have had a message that there are sheep on the road to Fenny Bentley and Ashbourne, the B5056, so take care on the roads. We will update when we have more details.
If you have any other info do comment below.
Update 11.30 The sheep are in the woods and on the road about a mile south of Tissington Ford.
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Hi, we just wanted to offer our help to anyone who may need it at the moment.
Between us, we go to Ashbourne, Wirksworth or Bakewell every day and we would be happy to pick up anything needed such as shopping, prescriptions or anything else. We are happy to drop it off anywhere in the area. We can also call to Hartington for prescriptions if needed.
Please just call if you need anything at all. If we are unable to answer straight away please do leave us a message and we will get back to you. Our numbers are:
Liz Edge – 07545 345 504
Karen Wigley – 07792 289 888
Rosie Ward – 07712 481 197
Many thanks,
Liz, Karen and Rosie
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| What’s on Where next Week | |||
| Day | Time | Event | Location |
| Sat 14th | OFF | Six Nations Italy vs England |
Legion/Sycamore |
| Sun 15th | 10.00am | Family Service | Parwich |
| Sun 15th | 11.15am | Holy Communion | Alsop |
| Mon 16th | 11am | Pilates | Memorial Hall |
| Tue 17th | 6-10pm | Badminton/Table Tennis slots book via Cheryl tel 617 |
Memorial Hall |
| Tue 17th | Cancelled | Bingo | Legion |
| Wed 18th | … | Green bin, Blue bin and food caddy collection | Parwich |
| Wed 18th | 4.30pm to 7pm | Fish & Chip Van tel. 0751 107 6249 |
The Green |
| Wed 18th | 6-10pm | Badminton/Table Tennis slots book via Cheryl tel 617 |
Memorial Hall |
| Wed 18th | 7.30pm | Parish Council Meeting | Memorial Hall |
| Fri 20th | 6.30-7.30pm | Members’ Happy Hour | Legion |
| Fri 20th | Cancelled | Film Night | Memorial Hall |
| Sat 21st | St Patrick’s Night Party | Sycamore | |
| Sat 21st | 7.00pm | Vinyl Night | Legion |
| Sun 22nd | Cancelled | Mothering Sunday Service | Parwich |
| Sun 22nd | Cancelled | Mothering Sunday Service | Alsop |
| Sun 22nd | 12.00-6.00pm | Mother’s Day Lunch Booking required |
Sycamore |
Click here to see the full Diary page; please email any event information to parwich@hotmail.co.uky
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Derbyshire County Council are promoting their Report a road faultonline form as the best way to report road issues such as potholes, damaged signs, etc.
There are a number of categories that can be reported –

This system will automatically direct your enquiry to the relevant team and allows resources to be directed in the most efficient and effective way practicable.
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In view of the recent weather this information from Derbyshire County Council may be of interest –
At the Liaison meeting scheduled for Monday 30th March 2020, commencing at 6pm, at County Hall, Matlock, the Economy, Transport and Environment Department will be presenting information on the subject of flooding.
The council would like to draw your attention to the information currently available on our website Reporting flooding
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