Beer festival special offer from Derbyshire Connect bus service
Real ale-lovers travelling to Ashbourne beer festival are being offered a special fare on Derbyshire’s new, flexible bus service.
Derbyshire Connect is a bookable bus service rather than a conventional timetabled one. It takes passengers to and from their chosen pick-up points and destinations on their preferred days and times.
The beer festival takes place at Ashbourne Town Hall from 21 to 23 September 2017. Travellers to the festival will pay a special £1 single fare, instead of the usual £2, up to 7pm on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Derbyshire Connect runs weekdays from 7am to 7pm and Saturdays 8am to 7pm. There is no Sunday service. It was launched on a 12-month trial basis in the Ashbourne and Wirksworth areas in February, as far north as Hartington.
The 15-seater bus is fully accessible for passengers in wheelchairs. It can also carry bikes for people who do not wish to make return trips.
Derbyshire Connect bookings can be made by emailing bookings@derbyshireconnect.org.uk or tel: 01335 342951.
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We haven’t seen our window cleaner since March – does anyone have one to recommend?
Thanks
Sue 334
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| What’s on Where next Week | |||
| Day | Time | Event | Location |
| Sun 10th | 9.30am | Family Holy Communion | Parwich Church |
| Sun 10th | 11.15am | Holy Communion | Alsop Church |
| Sun 10th | 2.30pm | Methodist Service | Parwich Church |
| Sun 10th | 6.30pm | Sunday Football for adults and grown up kids |
Parson’s Croft |
| Tue 12th | 6-10pm | Badminton & Tabletennis book via Cheryl tel 617 |
Memorial Hall |
| Wed 13th | … | Grey bin and food caddy collection | Parwich |
| Wed 13th | 6-10pm | Badminton & Tabletennis book via Cheryl tel 617 |
Memorial Hall |
| Wed 13th | 7.30pm | Indian Take Away Night at the Legion (orders by 6.30pm Tue 12th) |
Legion |
| Thu 14th | 11am to 1pm | Evie’s Artistic Session More info: 390488 |
Memorial Hall |
| Thu 14th | 1.45pm | Parwich Crown Green Bowls vs. Hope Works B |
Away |
| Thu 14th | 6-10pm | Badminton & Tabletennis book via Cheryl tel 617 |
Memorial Hall |
| Fri 15th | 5.30pm | Children’s Friday Football meet at the Cricket Pavillion |
Parson’s Croft |
| Fri 15th | draw at 8.45pm |
‘Open the Safe’ continues Fridays until won |
Legion |
| Sun 17th | 10am | Harvest Festival joint Anglican Methodist service |
Parwich Church |
| Sun 17th | 11.15am | Holy Communion | Alsop Church |
| Sun 17th | 6.30pm | Sunday Football for adults and grown up kids |
Parson’s Croft |
Click here to see the full Diary page; please email any event information to parwich@hotmail.co.uk
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PARWICH CROWN GREEN BOWLS CLUB
Last match in the Tuesday League and penultimate match in the Thursday League. Could we go out in a blaze of glory, or a whimper?
Tuesday League.
Home – 5 September – Chatsworth.
Really nice bunch of people play for Chatsworth so win or lose we would enjoy the games. Both Edith and Dawn were away so we had to have a bit of a scratch team. Tony playing with Clara got us of to a great start winning 21 – 9. Similarly Pat and Sue strolled home winners 21 – 15. You can probably have a guess what happened in the two remaining games. Well John B and Dot had been playing as though their lives depended on it, winning games at a canter for the past 3 or 4 weeks, not this week though. They spluttered and coughed their way to a defeat 12 – 21. Rick playing with Harry this week against Chatsworth’s best pair just lost by 5 points. The final score Parwich 70, Chatsworth 66. Not our most convincing win, but a win never the less. Before this last match were were lying in fourth place in the league and if my calculations are correct we should just about hold our own there.
Thursday League
Home – Whitworth Park – 7 September.
Another nice bunch of people to play against. They are considerably higher in the league than us, but then who isn’t. Things did not auger well as in two of our doubles games we only managed a combined score of 10 against 42! However Rick, having to play twice because of our lack players, playing with Audrey showed how it could be done and clawed back some of the deficit by winning 21 – 12. Parwich 31, Whitworth 54.
The singles was thankfully another story as we won 5 out of the 6 games and the sixth game we only just lost. Tony won 15 – 4, Keith 15 – 7, Pat B and Rick 15 – 8. The combined scores were Parwich 87, Whitworth 55. Although I am sure that we will be relegated we still managed a win 118 – 109. Last game of the season is against the team top in the league so that will definitely seal our fate.
Last match – Away – Hope Works – 14 September – 1.45pm
No Monday night play now. We will be putting the green to bed for the winter.
John B.
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Thank you John Lord for sending in this cheerful processed image taken over Bradbourne.
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Extinct plant rediscovered in the Peak District National Park
A rare plant previously thought to be globally extinct has been rediscovered in the Peak District National Park.
Two small populations of the leek-coloured hawkweed, 62 plants in total, have been found flowering on the banks of the Monsal Trail, in Chee Dale.
Leek-coloured hawkweed flowers are yellow, similar to a dandelion but smaller. The plant gets its name because its leaves are the same chalky-green as the vegetable, leek.
The discovery of Hieracium subprasinifolium, to give the plant its botanical name, was made by Dr Tim Rich whilst collecting seeds for Kew’s Millennium Seed Bank.
Dr Rich said: “Leek-coloured Hawkweed has not been seen in Derbyshire for over 60 years and is thought to have died out at its only other known world site in Staffordshire a few years ago, so I was very, very pleased to find these two small but healthy populations growing near the Monsal Trail. Continue Reading »
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A few weeks ago I ran a poll on here to coincide with National Allotments Week
The poll attracted 30 responses (thank you all!) with 13 saying they would like to have an allotment in the village.
There were 2 comments that added some good information and ideas for thoses interested.
The Parish Council Clerk provided some valuable information for those interested in an allotment –
“If residents would like to rent an allotment they should write to the Parish Council. If six residents write to a Parish Council requesting provision of allotments the Council is required to formally assess the level of demand.”
Then this great suggestion came from Saskia T –
“I wondered whether a third option of a ‘Community Allotment’ should also be considered: i.e. a shared allotment that could be used by a group of residents who don’t have a veg plot and would share the produce. Other growers in the village could share excess seedlings and excess produce (especially runners beans and marrows…). And if there is enough space: a few fruit trees? Perhaps pie (or should that be ‘pumpkin’) in the sky? The suggestion originates from a visit to an amazing community allotment project in a small hamlet in Australia”
So in conclusion, anyone interested in allotments should write to the Parish Council.
Monte
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A massive great big Thank You to Parwich Fit 4 All for their very generous donation of £100 to Friday Football Club.
This is very much appreciated by all involved.Jo and Jason
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Derbyshire County Council has sent the following information:
Buxton Museum and Art Gallery launches Wonders of the Peak
A brand new gallery and digital experience is set to open at our Buxton Museum and Art Gallery.
Wonders of the Peak − a journey through time and place − houses the museum’s collection of 1,200 Peak District artefacts collected over 125 years. The Wonder of the Peak website (opens in a new window) allows people to explore the collection digitally while visiting the Peak District, or from the comfort of their own home, or the library, using their smartphone, tablet or computer.
More than 75 volunteers were instrumental in the project. Their contribution included testing the digital content, collecting oral histories, laying out new displays and conserving and documenting artefacts. Continue Reading »
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First Responders will be meeting for training on Tuesday 5th September at 7.30 in the Memorial Hall and would welcome any potential new recruits.
Sue H tel. 334
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Village show leaflet correction
Our apologies, the Horticultural Society Village Show leaflet should have stated the proceeds of the auction will go to the Parwich Independent Welfare Fund.
Nina
For schedule details Continue Reading »
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Here’s a couple of drink ideas using some very readily available local produce – blackberries and our old friend the courgette!
Firstly here’s one for blackberries of which masses can be found by the lanes and paths around the area. This requires nothing but a bottle of vodka, blackberries and sugar.
Blackberry Vodka
Ingredients
- 70cl Bottle of vodka
- 100 gram of sugar
- Blackberries
Method
- First remove 1/3 of the bottle of vodka and have a sit down 😂👍
- Add the sugar to the remaining vodka in the bottle
- Wash and dry blackberries and add to the bottle till it’s full
- Put the top on the bottle, give it a good shake and put in a cool dark cupboard
- Give it a shake one a week
- After a few weeks have a taste and add a bit more sugar if you think it needs it
- Should be ready to drink after 3 or 4 months. You’ll need to strain it through muslin or similar and store in a clean bottle
Try other fruit such as damsons and alcoholes such as brandy
And now the answer to that scourge of the vegetable plot – the forgotten courgettes
Courgette martini
Ingredients
- 1 courgette, coarsely grated
- juice 2 lemons
- 2 tbsp caster sugar
- 25ml vermouth
- 50ml gin
- ice
- mint to garnish
Method
- Mix the courgette with the lemon juice and sugar and leave to steep for 1 hr. In the meantime, place a martini glass in the fridge to chill.
- Strain the courgette mixture through a sieve into a jug.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice then add 25ml of the courgette syrup followed by the vermouth and gin.
- Stir gently a few times then strain into your chilled glass. Garnish with a mint leaf and serve.
Enjoy!
Mich x
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Whilst we were cleaning out their house, Douglas and Zebedee thought the wheelbarrow far more comfortable!! Photo by Carol S
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Derbyshire Dales District Council have sent us the following information:
Gold Card application changes in Ashbourne and Bakewell
A new processing system means leisure centres in Ashbourne and Bakewell will not be able to deal with Gold Card applications after 25 September.
Ashbourne Leisure Centre and Bakewell Pool, both operated by Derbyshire Dales District Council, do not have compatible technology.
Gold Card application forms can however be obtained from the libraries in Ashbourne and Bakewell or downloaded at http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/goldcard and posted to Gold Card, Derbyshire Dales District Council, Town Hall, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3NN. New applications can also be made in person at the Town Hall.
Existing Gold Card holders who have a query about their card can call the District Council on 01629 761199 and can renew their card online at http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/goldcard.
The Gold Card is Derbyshire County Council’s travel, discount and library card for older people and people with certain disabilities, enabling free off-peak travel on local buses throughout the whole of England, together with discounts at around 700 shops and other local businesses. Gold Card holders can also use community transport dial-a-bus services.
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Oddfellows
If you would like a red rose buttonhole for the parade at Hartington on Saturday 9 September, please order by 8pm on Wednesday. Buttonholes, priced at £3.50 will be available for collection from the Legion in Hartington on the morning of the parade.Thanks, Delia 390758 / dee.pegg@btinternet.com
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Update for Bradbourne & Parwich Heating Oil Club
The cost of kerosene has risen sharply this week due to US oil supply issues caused by storm Harvey in Texas.
The rate and offer details for our clubs group orders for this weekend are as follows:
Rate: £0.3868 ( per litre excluding vat [5% for Domestic use])
For full details Continue Reading »
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| What’s on Where next Week | |||
| Day | Time | Event | Location |
| Sun 3rd | No Services | Parwich & Alsop Churches | |
| Sun 3rd | 6.30pm | Sunday Football for adults and grown up kids |
Parson’s Croft |
| Mon 4th | 10am / 10.07am |
Bus to Bakewell arrives Bakewell 10.40, leaves 13.35 |
Sycamore Cottages / Alsop Church |
| Mon 4th | 12.45pm | Village Lunch Roast Beef & Roast Potatoes with seasonal vegetables Cheese Cake contact Val K tel. 390458 |
Memorial Hall |
| Tue 5th | Term starts for the Children | School | |
| Tue 5th | 6-10pm | Badminton & Tabletennis book via Cheryl tel 617 |
Memorial Hall |
| Tue 5th | 6.30pm | Parwich Crown Green Bowls vs. Chatsworth B |
Parson’s Croft |
| Tue 5th | 6.30pm | Parwich First Responders Training new comers welcome |
Memorial Hall |
| Wed 6th | … | Green bin, Blue bin and food caddy collection | Parwich |
| Wed 6th | 6-10pm | Badminton & Tabletennis book via Cheryl tel 617 |
Memorial Hall |
| Thu 7th | 11am to 1pm | Evie’s Artistic Session More info: 390488 |
Memorial Hall |
| Thu 7th | 1.45pm | Parwich Crown Green Bowls vs. Whitworth B |
Parson’s Croft |
| Thu 7th | 4.30pm to 7pm | Fish & Chip Van visiting Parwich alternate Thursdays tel. 0751 107 6249 |
The Green |
| Thu 7th | 6-10pm | Badminton & Tabletennis book via Cheryl tel 617 |
Memorial Hall |
| Thu 7th | 7 to 8pm | Happy Hour at the refurbished Legion (all welcome, two drinks for the price of one) |
Legion |
| Fri 8th | 3.15 to 3.45pm |
Mobile Library | The Green |
| Fri 8th | 5.30pm | Children’s Friday Football meet at the Cricket Pavillion |
Parson’s Croft |
| Fri 8th | 7.45pm | Parwich Film Their Finest |
Memorial Hall |
| Fri 8th | 8pm onwards |
One Year Anniversary Party Jason Dale presents Elvis in Concert + friends & DJs |
Marquee Sycamore Inn |
| Fri 8th | draw at 8.45pm |
‘Open the Safe’ continues Fridays until won |
Legion |
| Sun 10th | 9.30am | Family Holy Communion | Parwich Church |
| Sun 10th | 11.15am | Holy Communion | Alsop Church |
| Sun 10th | 2.30pm | Methodist Service | Parwich Church |
| Sun 10th | 6.30pm | Sunday Football for adults and grown up kids |
Parson’s Croft |
Click here to see the full Diary page; please email any event information to parwich@hotmail.co.uk
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PARWICH CROWN GREEN BOWLS CLUB
Penultimate match in the Tuesday League this week and only two more matches left in the Thursday League. Not a lot to play for in either league really except of course your bowling village stalwarts have just about survived another season. The way things are shaping however the end of the bowls club could be not too far away. I wonder what the green could be used for?
Tuesday League.
Home – August 29 – Ashwood Park.
For the first time since I can remember our opponents only turned up with 7 instead of 8 players. It was probably just as well as the chap playing on his own scored 15 points with his two woods. We thankfully managed to score 21 with our four woods. Dot and John B have been playing like demons for the past few weeks and they continued their purple patch winning 21 – 2. Rick and Edith came home winners 21 – 14. Our ever present captain Dawn playing with Tony romped home 21 – 19. The final score Parwich 84, Ashwood Park 50. Great result which should keep us in a safe place in the league.
Final Match – Home – Chatsworth – 5.45pm
Thursday League
Away – Tideswell – 31 August.
Now for most of this season the writing has been on the wall for us to be relegated from the top division. What a surprise when the league table after last weeks results put Parwich fourth from bottom. In this league the bottom three get relegated!! It was essential that we lost the match against Tideswell who were the team immediately above us to ensure that we are relegated. Thankfully we played to our strengths and promptly lost the doubles 29 to 63. The singles players needed to do equally badly. Our two star lady players, Dawn and Edith were missing so losing was certainly on the cards! We played very well considering the gravity of the situation and finished up winning the singles 77 – 62. Not enough to give us a win thank goodness. Final score Tideswell 125, Parwich 103. Even if we had won, the final two matches are against teams who are much higher in the league than we are so congratulations to Tideswell.
Next match – Home – Whitworth Park – 7 September – 1.45pm
MONDAY NIGHT IS BOWLS NIGHT
6.30pm – 7.30pm.
If you can’t make Mondays just let Tony (724) or John (455) know and we will arrange an alternative.
John B.
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We are appealing for information following a report of theft of three Greyface Dartmoor Sheep that were stolen from a property in Biggin. The theft is believed to have occurred overnight from 2200 hours on 25/8 and they were discovered missing the following morning.
The sheep are a unique breed and this has understandably caused some distress to the owner.
We are asking for anybody with any information that could assist us with locating the sheep or the person(s) responsible for the theft to contact us either:
– On 101
– On our dedicated email DRCT@derbyshire.pnn.police.uk
The crime reference is: 17000366151
Many Thanks
James
PC 14013 Bowler
Update from the Police: these have now been returned
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Schedules and entry forms have been distributed to all households. If you haven’t received your and you would like one,, or you have any other query please contact Jill Love 390535, Sue Ash 390724 or Nina Martin 216268
For the full schedule Continue Reading »
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How many bugs and beasties can you name? (Slideshow may be slow to load especially with our village “broadband” ! )
Part 2 click here Continue Reading »
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Derbyshire Dales CC has advised that there will be a partial closure of the Via Gellia from 6 September. Details of the closure and diversions can be found here
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We have been asked by the Parish Council to publish the following –
Derbyshire Environmental Trust administer the Tarmac Landfill Communities Fund. This fund allows grants to be made for certain community projects that are near to landfill sites. It is funded by tax rebates available to land fill operators. Average grants are in the region of £20,000 though there is no specific limit.
The Parish Council has established that Parwich is located close enough to such a site to be able to apply for a grant. It has also been confirmed that playground improvements would be a suitable project.
At this stage the Parish Council is interested in hearing from residents about the sort of improvements they would like to see. Ideas from children would be particularly appreciated.
It is not possible to confirm if any particular suggestion would be implemented as costs and alternatives may have to be considered. The whole process may take many months due to the timetable for preparing and reviewing applications.
Depending on the proposals made permission from the Paek Parks Planning Authority may be required.
Please e-mail or write to the Parish Council, or contact the Clerk or any of the Councillors with your suggestions.
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We have been asked by the Parish Council to publish the following –
The Peak District National Park Planning committee has rejected this Planning Application.
The reason given was that
“The proposed installation by reasons of its height and exposed position would appear as an intrusive feature in this open countryside location, detrimental to the visual amenities of the area.”
No further public consultation had taken place as the application was regarded as a “permitted development”.
Further details can be found here
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