Accommodation sought

Friday September 10, 2010 by Peter T

Fiona H will be well known to many of our readers having lived in both Parwich and Bradbourne, before moving to Scotland.  She is returning to the area, and is seeking temorary accommodation as soon as possible, as well as something more long term.  Please read the following, and if you can help emails to parwich@hotmail.co.uk will be forwarded to her:

I am returning to Parwich on 1 October together with my 2 cats and old Jersey cow. I wondered whether anyone has winter accommodation for the 4 of us? I can possibly sort out myself and the cats but am really struggling to find a place for Poppy. As you can see from the photo, she is not impressed with the idea of being left behind! She is only small and very friendly and I can’t bear to leave her behind. Any suggestions gratefully received.

Fiona

Please could you add to my plea that temporary accommodation for Poppy would be fantastic, just to give me time to find something else. A stable or barn even for a few weeks would be great.

Thanks Fiona

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September Church Magazine

Thursday September 9, 2010 by Peter T

This month’s Group Magazine for the churches of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington can be seen by clicking on the image of the cover.  Alternatively paper copies can be bought in each of the churches.

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Hayley & the Wirksworth Art Trail – This Weekend

Thursday September 9, 2010 by Jane B

Hayley Powell’s first piece of blacksmith art was creating the cuckoo for the field in Monsdale Lane, now better known as the Cuckoo Field. This piece of art was made when she was only 16, studying for her A Levels at QEGS. Hayley grew up in Parwich, she always loved walking around the countryside and could be seen regularly walking the family dog Axel: the Irish Wolfhound.

Not always happy with the conventional methods of learning, Hayley hunted out extra curriculum workshops and events including helping out at art workshops and then becoming heavily involved within an organisation that delivered courses on rural crafts to young people. These included dry stone walling, woodland management at Chatsworth, hedge laying and blacksmithing. Hayley was hooked.

Between studing for a Degree in Design Technology at Derby University she was able to gain work experience with blacksmith Charis Jones, who is still a massive inspiration to her. Once her degree was completed back in June, she decided to follow her heart and really make a difference to preserving the rural skill of blacksmithing.

Hayley, an Artist Blacksmith has called her new business Forever Forged .  She is committed to creating hand forged creative, yet functional items, for your home and garden. Inspired by tradition, forged with passion.

Hayley can be seen at the Wirksworth Art Trail this weekend, 10am-5pm. Her venue will showcase a wide range of fun and artistic pieces, filling the courtyard and garden of the Old Tinsmith.

Tickets for the Trail are £5 and free to under 16’s.  A fabulous opportunity to see more than 100 artists, including Lewis Noble, exhibiting their work in dozens of different venues throughout the town.  There will also be a Makers Market, stalls with food and street entertainment, including the fabulous A52s.

A selection of some of Hayley’s work, more can be seen on her website.

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Film Night next Friday

Thursday September 9, 2010 by Jane B

When his brother is killed in a robbery, paraplegic Marine Jake Sully decides to take his place in a mission on the distant world of Pandora. There he learns of greedy corporate figurehead Parker Selfridge’s intentions of driving off the native humanoid “Na’vi” in order to mine for the precious material scattered throughout their rich woodland. In exchange for the spinal surgery that will fix his legs, Jake gathers intel for the cooperating military unit spearheaded by gung-ho Colonel Quaritch, while simultaneously attempting to infiltrate the Na’vi people with the use of an “avatar” identity. While Jake begins to bond with the native tribe and quickly falls in love with the beautiful alien Neytiri, the restless Colonel moves forward with his ruthless extermination tactics, forcing the soldier to take a stand – and fight back in an epic battle for the fate of Pandora.

“BEST PICTURE” – Golden Globe awards – The highest grossing film of all time – 3 Oscars

Certificate 12

In the NEW Memorial Hall FRIDAY 17TH September 7.45PM

Free Entrance. Refreshments . Raffle

  • Silent projection
  • Hi Fi Sound
  • Special hi-fi headphones for those with hearing difficulties, please ask.

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Photographic Competition

Tuesday September 7, 2010 by Jane B

Thank you to Colin B, Kevin S, Jill L, JF-S, Ben and John H for emailing in their photos from the competition held at the Horticultural Show on Sunday.  The winning photo was the bee and poppy from Colin. 

Well done to everyone that entered and a massive thank you to Paul Hill for judging the competition.  His new photographic book will be published in November.  Paul, lives in Bradbourne and you can find out more about him and courses that he helps to organise by visiting  The Photographers’ Place.

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Hawley Society visit to Parwich

Monday September 6, 2010 by Peter T

On Saturday (11th September) some members of the Hawley Society are visiting Parwich as an addition to their 2010 European Conference.  The American based Hawley Society are a single name family history society.  The main American Hawley line descends from Joseph Hawley (1603 to 1690), who was originally from Parwich but emigrated to Connecticut in the first half of the seventeen century.

The visit will include a guided tour of the village led by Parwich & District Local History Society and supper at the Sycamore Inn with an informal talk presented jointly by both Societies.  The Hawley Society members will then spend Sunday touring the Peak District and some other Derbyshire villages with Hawley links.

If you are interested in finding out more about the Hawley visit to Parwich and in coming along on Saturday contact Peter T c/o parwich@hotmail.co.uk

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Parwich Parish Council meets tomorrow

Monday September 6, 2010 by Peter T

Parwich Parish Council are meeting at 7-30pm on Tuesday 7th September in the Memorial Hall, click here to download the Agenda as a pdf.  The draft minutes of the previous meeting (13/7/10) can be seen by clicking here to download them as a pdf.

As always the meeting starts with time for comments and/or questions from the general public, who may attend but not participate in the remainder of the meeting.

Note, Parwich Parish Council are currently seeking a new Clerk (click here for details).

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Lost terracotta pot

Monday September 6, 2010 by Peter T

A terracotta pot, approximately 6 inches tall with black writing on the front was left behind in the Memorial Hall at the end of yesterday’s Flower and Vegetable Show.  It had been holding a mixed bunch of herbs and if anyone knows where it was put could you please let me know.

With thanks, Rita

Updated 8/9/10: Rita would like to thank the Horticultural Society for keeping her pot safe and returning it to her.

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Job advert – Parwich Parish Clerk

Monday September 6, 2010 by Peter T

Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer

Applications are invited for the role of Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer to Parwich Parish Council.

The successful applicant will be required to provide professional support and guidance in respect of all aspects of the Council’s work including acting as the Council’s Responsible Financial Officer.

Salary Scale LC1 point 15. £8.34 per hour. The post is for 16 hours per month – primarily working from home.

For further details please contact
Karen Wigley – Clerk to Parwich Parish Council
Cliff Cottage
Alsop Road
Parwich
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
DE6 1QN
Tel: 013353920253
email: ppccl@fsmail.net

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Free Cycle Events this Autumn

Monday September 6, 2010 by Jane B

Free events will encourage new or nervous cyclists to get out and about in the Peak District National Park this autumn. Pedal Peak District, a cycling project run by the Peak District National Park Authority, is putting on guided rides, cycle skills training and bike maintenance workshops for residents and visitors.

Booking is essential on 01629 816331 or e-mail pedal@peakdistrict.gov.uk

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Thur Sept 9: Women on Wheels – 6- 8pm from Parsley Hay cycle hire centre.

A 10-mile sociable ride through impressive scenery to Biggin and beyond. The ride will use fairly flat traffic-free trails and quiet roads. It aims to build confidence and fitness for new or nervous women cyclists. Bike-hire available. Bring money for a drink stop. Maximum 15 spaces.

Basic bike maintenance
Wed Sept 22, 1.30-4pm at Ashbourne cycle hire centre,
and Thur Sept 23, 10am-12.30pm at Parsley Hay cycle hire centre.

Does the thought of getting a puncture put you off cycling? Do you know how to adjust your brakes? Book yourself onto a free basic bike maintenance course with an experienced cycle mechanic on the cycle hire team. This introductory course covers lubrication, brake pads, gears and punctures. Bring your own bike in a clean condition to work on.  Reserve a place.

Wed Oct 13: Get into cycling – beginners cycle training 
1-3pm from Parsley Hay cycle hire centre.

Traffic-free cycle sessions aimed at beginners and people of all ages and abilities, especially lacking in confidence and cycle skills. It will cover balance, control and offer advice about cycling on local roads, equipment and accessories. Bikes are available for hire. Limited places available.

Event organiser Carol Parsons said: “All the events have a relaxed and sociable atmosphere aimed at building beginners confidence. We’ve had people come along who had never ridden a bike before and they’ve learned how to ride within a few hours.” All the events have friendly, expert cycle guides to provide advice and support, and all are free (though normal charges apply for bike-hire).

Carol said: “The rides, training sessions and maintenance workshops are proving popular. People are finding that the events are a great opportunity to build their cycling confidence and learn new skills.”

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Horticultural Show: photo gallery

Sunday September 5, 2010 by Mike A

After taking a year’s break in 2009, Parwich’s annual horticultural show returned in fine style on Sunday, with another stunning display of local vegetables, fruits, flowers, pot plants, cakes, loafs, flans, biscuits, jams, chutneys, eggs and other assorted goodies.

Three excellent new categories were introduced this year, two of them (the trifles and the sculptures made from bar snacks) being specifically designed to showcase the skills of Parwich’s menfolk. There were also plenty of entries in the horticultural photography competition, which saw the memorial hall’s brand new display boards being put to use for the first time. Thanks are due to the organisers of the Parwich Panoramic Five, for raising most of the funding for these new boards.

Prize giving took place at 3pm, with Jo Larkin presenting the winners with their trophies. Full results will follow shortly. The day then concluded with the traditional auction of produce, as officiated by Robert Bunting.

Many thanks to the Horticultural Society, for organising such a well-run and popular event.



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Wirksworth Arts Festival

Sunday September 5, 2010 by Jane B

Next weekend, 11th & 12th September, 10am-5pm, sees the annual Wirksworth Arts Trail and Makers Market, an opportunity to explore the town from a different perspective, to see great art in unusual places with over 100 artists displaying their talent.  Art really does take over the town. The whole town becomes a gallery with venues in private homes, historic buildings, gardens, shop windows and churches.   It is a great chance to buy affordable art, meet the artists and just be nosy having a peek inside some of Derbyshire’s most intriguing interiors!

With plenty of foodstalls, cafes and pubs to relax in and a programme of street entertainment throughout town, Wirksworth offers a brilliant weekend out for the whole family only £5 a ticket (under-16s free).

Two ‘Parwichians’ will be exhibiting, Hayley Powell and Lewis Noble with The A52s providing some of the street entertainment.

Hayley, was brought up in Parwich and finished at Derby University in June.  She has set up as an Artist Blacksmith and called her new business Forever Forged.   Forever Forged is committed to creating locally hand forged creative yet functional items, for your home and garden. Inspired by tradition, forged with passion.

The big debut for Forever Forged will be at the Wirksworth Festival and she can be found at the Old Tinsmiths.  Her work will showcase a wide range of fun and artistic pieces taking over the courtyard and garden. Come and fuel your creativity and support a dying skill.

The new website is up so that you can follow Forever Forged on this wonderful journey!  Click here to listen to Hayley talking on Radio Derby, last Wednesday, just fast forward to 14.25 minutes to hear the interview (only available until Tuesday night).

Lewis, well known in the art world, lives in Parwich and has been working in Derbyshire since 1996. Over this time he has built a reputation as one of central England’s foremost artists. His focus lies in the physical and emotional impact of the landscape on the senses and how it the experience of being in landscape effects us as human beings.

The result is a body of work that speaks to the very heart of what it means to be part of the environment around us.

For a map of Wirksworth click here.

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Weather stats.

Sunday September 5, 2010 by Peter T

Here are the weekly readings:

 

Rainfall

in mm

Pressure

in Mb am

Pressure

in Mb pm

Temperature in ºC

Max

Min

Sun 29th

4.5

1015.1

1017.0

18.5

11.2

Mon 30th

0.0

1022.2

1026.8

18.7

5.7

Tue 31st

0.0

1027.0

1024.4

20.8

3.9

Wed 1st

0.0

1022.8

1021.5

25.1

6.7

Thu 2nd

0.0

1026.6

1021.6

21.7

9.2

Fri 3rd

0.0

1022.3

1021.6

20.9

10.6

Sat 4th

0.0

1020.6

1021.2

17.5

6.9

Total

4.5

 

Average

20.5

7.8

Our weatherman on the hill predicts:

A week of sunshine and showers to come.

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Today – Horticultural Show

Sunday September 5, 2010 by Jane B

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Colour contrasts

Sunday September 5, 2010 by Jane B

JF-S

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What’s on Where this Week

Sunday September 5, 2010 by Jane B

What’s on Where this Week
Date Time Event Location
Sunday   Horticultural Show
Register exhibits from 8-11am
2pm – Show Open to all
3pm – Prize Giving followed by auctioning of the produce		 Memorial Hall
Sunday 6.30pm Evening Prayer-Andy Larkin Parwich Church
Tuesday 7.30pm Parish Council Meeting Memorial Hall
Wednesday 6.30pm Pilates Memorial Hall
Saturday & Sunday   Wirksworth Art Festival Trail & Makers Market Weekend Around Wirksworth
Sunday 9.30am Holy Communion-Andy Larkin Parwich Church
Sunday 11.15am Holy Communion Alsop Church
Sunday 2.30pm Methodist Service Parwich Church

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PARWICH BOWLS CLUB

Saturday September 4, 2010 by Jane B

Week commencing 30 August 2010.
Last week of the season in one league and penultimate week in the other. Perhaps it is just as well judging by our results. We started the season poorly and improved in the middle, but we have dropped off considerably at the end.

Tuesday League – Away – Bakewell.
Up until this week we had managed to overtake Bakewell in the league. We were fourth and they were fifth. The match however reversed our standings and we were well beaten 81 points to 50.  Our final position therefore fifth out of twelve.

It is somewhat of a victory, however, for the team members of the Tuesday League. We have about ten players who we can pick a team from. This means that if someone is on holiday, or more specifically in our case is ill, then pressure is very much put on the remaining players. It cannot be stressed enough that with the dramatic reduction in playing members, due predominantly to ill health, if we do not get more members the team will cease. A sad affair after 20 years.

Thursday League – Away – Matlock Golf Club.
If there can be a good loss then I suppose this could be described as it. We did accumulate a good points tally losing 123 points to 142.   At present we are seventh in the league so hopefully this result will keep us in that position.

Last match – Home – Tideswell – 9 September 1.45.

John B.

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Photographic Competition

Saturday September 4, 2010 by Jane B

A beautiful array of plums from JF-S.  Why not scroll through your photos and find some with a horticultural theme and enter them in tomorrow’s competition at the Horticultural Show.  All exhibits must be in by 11am.


One man went to mow! 

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More Balloon Shots

Saturday September 4, 2010 by Jane B

Thank you to Chris and Belinda for sending in these great shots as the balloon went right over their house.

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Close Shave?

Thursday September 2, 2010 by Jane B



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Pilates

Thursday September 2, 2010 by Jane B

The next set of Pilates classes runs from 8th Sept until 19th Nov inclusive. The cost is £6.50 per session payable in a block of £45.50 on the 8th September. The time is 6.30 – 7.30pm.

Thanks Rebecca

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Horticultural Show – Sunday

Wednesday September 1, 2010 by Jane B

New classes for 2010

In the Cookery and Kitchen section:
Class 53. A Swiss Roll
Class 54. 3 Eggs

with Classes for Gentlemen Only:
Class 55. A Trifle
Class 56. A Sculpture made from Bar Snacks

Photograph Competition
Class 69. A locally taken photograph with a horticultural theme

For the details of every class in this show click here Continue Reading »

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Weekly Weather

Tuesday August 31, 2010 by Lynne

Here are the weekly readings:

  Rainfallin mm Pressurein Mb am Pressurein Mb pm Temperature in ºC
Max Min
Sun 22nd 0.0 1016.2 1012.5 23.2 10.8
Mon 23rd 5.8 1003.4 1006.2 16.8 11.7
Tue 24th 0.4 1008.1 1014.5 17.0 9.0
Wed 25th 0.9 1016.7 1013.1 15.6 8.7
Thu 26th 3.6 1010.2 1010.6 13.4 11.2
Fri 27th 0.4 1011.3 1016.3 19.3 7.7
Sat 28th 0.9 1019.9 1019.8 18.3 7.7
Total 12.1   Average 17.7 9.6

The weatherman on the hill says:

a better start to September to come than most of August has been!

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A tribute to Frank Sinatra

Monday August 30, 2010 by Peter T

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Tea & Cakes Today

Monday August 30, 2010 by Jane B

Tea & Cakes are being served in the churchyard at Alsop between 11am – 4pm today.  Come along and support this event, in aid of Alsop Church.  Stunning views, delicious cakes, not to be missed!

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Harvest Supper

Monday August 30, 2010 by Jane B

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What’s on Where this Week

Sunday August 29, 2010 by Jane B

What’s on Where this Week
Date Time Event Location
Sunday 10am Songs of Praise – Andy Larkin Parwich Church
Monday 11am-4.30pm Tea & Cakes in the Churchyard Alsop Church
Sunday   Horticultural Show
8-11am – Bring in your exhibits
2pm – Open to the Public
3pm – Prize Presentation followed by an auction of exhibits		 Memorial Hall
Sunday 6.30pm Evening Prayer-Andy Larkin Parwich Church

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Tomorrow, sing your hearts out.

Saturday August 28, 2010 by Jane B

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Tea & Cakes in the Churchyard – Monday

Saturday August 28, 2010 by Jane B

Tea & Cakes are being served in the churchyard at Alsop between 11am – 4pm this Monday.  Come along and support this event, in aid of Alsop Church.  Stunning views, delicious cakes, not to be missed!

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Free Cycle Events for the Autumn

Saturday August 28, 2010 by Jane B

Free events will encourage new or nervous cyclists to get out and about in the Peak District National Park this autumn. Pedal Peak District, a cycling project run by the Peak District National Park Authority, is putting on guided rides, cycle skills training and bike maintenance workshops for residents and visitors.

Booking is essential on 01629 816331 or e-mail pedal@peakdistrict.gov.uk

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Thur Sept 9: Women on Wheels – 6- 8pm from Parsley Hay cycle hire centre.

A 10-mile sociable ride through impressive scenery to Biggin and beyond. The ride will use fairly flat traffic-free trails and quiet roads. It aims to build confidence and fitness for new or nervous women cyclists. Bike-hire available. Bring money for a drink stop. Maximum 15 spaces.

Basic bike maintenance
Wed Sept 22, 1.30-4pm at Ashbourne cycle hire centre,
and Thur Sept 23, 10am-12.30pm at Parsley Hay cycle hire centre.

Does the thought of getting a puncture put you off cycling? Do you know how to adjust your brakes? Book yourself onto a free basic bike maintenance course with an experienced cycle mechanic on the cycle hire team. This introductory course covers lubrication, brake pads, gears and punctures. Bring your own bike in a clean condition to work on.  Reserve a place.

Wed Oct 13: Get into cycling – beginners cycle training 
1-3pm from Parsley Hay cycle hire centre.

Traffic-free cycle sessions aimed at beginners and people of all ages and abilities, especially lacking in confidence and cycle skills. It will cover balance, control and offer advice about cycling on local roads, equipment and accessories. Bikes are available for hire. Limited places available.

Event organiser Carol Parsons said: “All the events have a relaxed and sociable atmosphere aimed at building beginners confidence. We’ve had people come along who had never ridden a bike before and they’ve learned how to ride within a few hours.” All the events have friendly, expert cycle guides to provide advice and support, and all are free (though normal charges apply for bike-hire).

Carol said: “The rides, training sessions and maintenance workshops are proving popular. People are finding that the events are a great opportunity to build their cycling confidence and learn new skills.”

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The Bell is Back

Saturday August 28, 2010 by Jane B

Our Church Bell was returned from the Loughborough Bell Foundry yesterday, newly restored with its bright red mountings (known as a headstock) and bright redclapper. The bell, which is older than the church, dating from 180was cast by a Chesterfield foundry and had not been serviced since the Church was built in the 1860’s. The bell’s condition meant that it could come crashing down at anytime, so this restoration was long overdue. You might have heard it on Friday afternoon; the sound is fuller and more resonant.

Come and hear Jonathan Marshall ring it out on Sunday at the Songs of Praise service at 10am- all welcome!

Many thanks to all of you who have supported our concerts and other fund-raising events, these have enabled us to fund the £4,000 restoration bill- and many thanks to Lynette Coyne and Don Lowndes jnr. who assisted with the fitting of the Bell.

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September’s Film Night

Saturday August 28, 2010 by Jane B

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Fallen Tree on Dale Road: Please Take Care!

Friday August 27, 2010 by Mike A

Thanks to Graham J for the following bulletin. If you have more news to share on this incident, please let us know via comments or email.

As at 08:30 this morning a tree has fallen across The Dale road between Parwich and A515 in the wood below Upper Moor Farm. It has fallen across the road and is suspended at head height by a telephone wire. It looks very dangerous, and is quite hard to see in this morning’s light. The police have been informed, but please be very careful. It doesn’t look sensible to try to drive under it, and certainly if you’re in a wagon you couldn’t get through.

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PARWICH BOWLS CLUB

Friday August 27, 2010 by Jane B

Week commencing 23 August 2010.

At the risk of repeating myself, not a very good week this week, two losses. Although the losses were not as big as last week.

Tuesday League – Home – Whitworth Park.
Penultimate match of the year, and we had a really good match this week. We won two games and so did Whitworth. The result however, was a win by one point to our opponents, 77 to 78.

Because of other results in the League we moved up a place to fourth. It would be good if we could consolidate this position in our final match of the season next Tuesday.

Next and last match – Away – 31 August – Bakewell 6.00 start.

Thursday League – Home – Hathersage.
Hathersage are top of the League and as a result of this match they will stay there. Whether we manage to stay mid table or slip into the nether regions will remain to be seen.

We failed to win any of the three doubles games and only won two of the six singles, although two of the singles losses were very close.  The result however was never in doubt and the final score was 141 to Hathersage and 111 to us.

At least we won’t have to play them next year as they will be promoted!  Only two more matches to go in this League.

Next match – Away – Matlock Golf Club – 2 September 1.45.

John B.

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Trifle Fun……….

Thursday August 26, 2010 by Jane B

Well the men of the village have 9 days to experiment with their ideas for their trifle, ready for the Horticultural show on Sunday 4th September. Just think how many trifles you could enjoy eating between now and then, all that delicious custard and cream – you have the perfect excuse.

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Sweet Nectar

Wednesday August 25, 2010 by Jane B

Buddlejas can be seen in many gardens around the village, ours however has only recently come into flower and on Sunday it was covered in bees and butterflies.

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This Sunday – Come along and Sing

Wednesday August 25, 2010 by Jane B

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Parwich Bowls Club

Wednesday August 25, 2010 by Jane B

Week commencing 16 August 2010.

Not a very good week this week, two losses.

Tuesday League – Away – Ashwood Park.
Not our favourite green to say the least. Although we managed to share the match two games each our points tally was considerably less than our opponents. The result was 78 to Ashwood and 62 to us. We still remain in fifth place in the league although we have lost ground on the fourth team.  Only two more matches to go in this league.

Next match – Home – 24 August – Whitworth Park 6.15 start.

Thursday League – Away – Whitworth Park.
They are a little below us in the league, but we always have a good match.  This week we did not do very well at all. We failed to win any of the three doubles and only won two of the six singles.  The result was a resounding win for Whitworth 137 to 108 our second lowest points total of the year so far.

Not sure if we will hang on to our sixth place.

Only three matches left in this league.

Next match – Home – Hathersage – 26 August 1.45.

John B.

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Y-Not Festival 2010.

Monday August 23, 2010 by Mike A

The atmosphere as soon as we arrived reminded me of those impromptu last-minute parties that end up being the ones you still talk about with misty-eyed nostalgia. People here were all laughing, playing, and dancing with genuine gay abandon, there was…something…different going on here. I couldn’t quite put my finger on it. But I REALLY liked it.

Click here to read a full -and very positive – report of this year’s Y-Not Festival, as posted by the Nottingham arts and entertainment magazine LeftLion.

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Weekly Weather…

Monday August 23, 2010 by Emma S

Here are the weekly readings:

 

Rainfall

in mm

Pressure

in Mb am

Pressure

in Mb pm

Temperature in ºC

Max

Min

Sun 15th

0.0

1021.4

1023.4

22.1

12.8

Mon 16th

0.0

1019.6

1019.3

23.6

10.3

Tue 17th

3.1

1014.3

1011.4

22.2

12.0

Wed 18th

2.2

1010.7

1010.4

24.2

8.0

Thu 19th

6.7

1011.6

1014.6

19.6

10.0

Fri 20th

2.2

1012.2

1014.8

21.1

13.0

Sat 21st

2.2

1015.8

1016.6

20.6

13.5

Total

16.4

 

Average

21.9

11.4

The weatherman on the hill says:

Another mixed week of weather with signs of autumn starting to show.

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