As we approach the halfway mark with this year’s Advent Calendar, let’s take a look at Leah W’s and Freya N’s Christmassy contributions.
CHRISTMAS JOKE TIME!
What do angry mice send each other ?
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Does anyone local happen to have a warm water/snow/windproof ski jacket (doesn’t matter how well used) to fit a five year old, that they would be happy to lend for a few weeks, please?
Our grandson has come over from Australia and is due to go skiing next month and we don’t reckon the little fleece he brought with him (it’s sweltering in Sydney at the moment) will be quite up to it.… We have scoured the charity shops (thanks, Debs) very successfully for everything else, but have failed completely to find a jacket.
We’d be very grateful for any offers – do phone us on 519.
Thank you so much.
Marion F-S
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Please please please we would love to see as many people as possible come and support our Christmas Fair – a fund raiser for the school – which is in school this afternoon – all welcome.
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In today’s Advent Calendar window, you can find Santa’s sledge (drawn by Ashley R), and the most ENORMOUS Christmas Robin (drawn by Katie B) that you ever did see!
CHRISTMAS JOKE TIME!
Who is never hungry at Christmas ?
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- Presepe in Italy refers to what Christmas tradition?
- Which of the Wise Men was said to have brought the gift of gold for the baby Jesus?
- The Christmas period of 1813-14 saw the last what in London?
- In Victorian England what people were popularly called robins because of their red uniforms?
- What animal is Snowball in George Orwell’s book Animal Farm?
- Yorkshireman William Strickland is believed to have brought the first what to Britain from North America in 1526?
- What is the biggest selling Christmas single of all time?
- Every year in November Sinterklaas, the Dutch Father Christmas, arrives in Holland. Where does he come from and how does he get to Holland?
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The last few bottles of Parwich Odd Fellows Ale are still available and would make a great Christmas gift.
You can buy it by the case or by the bottle. Each case contains 12 bottles and costs £26; alternatively you can buy individual bottles for £2.50.
Each bottle contains 1 pint and 5.2% alcohol.
To purchase this unusual product, which is unique to Parwich Odd Fellows, please contact Bill Whitfield on 390571 (home) / 07713 743295 (mobile).
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Our Advent Calendar reaches double figures today, with artwork from James B and Holly F. Click the door to reveal the window.
CHRISTMAS JOKE TIME!
What do wizards use to wrap their presents ?
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The Christmas tree on the Green had its lights lit this evening. A big thank you to Alan and Barbara and everyone else who helps lay this on for all of us.
Now it is ready for the Carols on The Green.
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Our thanks to Kevin “Magnus Pyke” S, for providing the following article.
Radon is a radioactive gas which is produced in the Earth’s crust from the breakdown of radioactive uranium. Certain parts of the country are prone to the release of radon from the ground, and the Derbyshire Dales have been designated as a radon affected area.
Please click to enlarge.
Radon in the soil and rocks mixes with air and rises to the surface, where it is quickly diluted in the atmosphere. Concentrations in the open air are very low and do not present a problem.
However radon that enters enclosed spaces, such as buildings, can in certain circumstances reach quite high concentrations. This can be a problem because it is a colourless, odourless gas which consequently goes unnoticed.
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It’s Wednesday – so it must be Stunner time! Here’s our selection from this week’s newspaper, which can be bought from the Sycamore or browsed in full online.
Page 1: “Pledge to shop local this year.” Ashbourne traders gear up for the Christmas shopping season, with a reward card on offer to local shoppers. Late Night Shopping begins at around 5pm on Friday, with most stores expected to stay open until 9pm. Town centre roads will be closed to traffic between 6.30pm and 9pm. (See page 22 for more.)
Page 1: “Lionel memorial on Monday.” Lionel Webster’s memorial service will be held on Monday at St Oswald’s Church, at 3pm. All are welcome to attend.
Page 4: “Entrepreneurs’ business boost.” A news item on the QEGS Young Enterprise Group: Living Every Day Eco Friendly.
Page 6: “Calm down dear, it’s a good hotel!” Callow Hall earns a rave review from restaurant reviewer Michael Winner.
Page 13: “Rogue trader alert.” A warning about rogue traders who are claiming to work for Derbyshire County Council. Their favourite trick? Trying to persuade householders to have their drives resurfaced, using bogus surplus material.
And last but not least…
Page 24: Parwich Primary School holds its Christmas Bonanza on Friday, from 1.30pm to 2.30pm, offering “a fun-filled afternoon for all the family”.
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Our thanks to Bethany F and Grace R, for today’s colourful calendar windows.
CHRISTMAS JOKE TIME!
What do you get if you cross an apple with a Christmas tree ?
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The Brothm Mummers and Guizers will be out again in force this year, on Saturday 12th December.
Times and places are approximate, but will roughly be as follows:
- The Knockerdown Inn (Hognaston) 1.30pm
- The Red Lion (Hognaston) 2pm
- Smiths Tavern Ashbourne (2.45pm)
- Ashbourne Market Square (and environs) 3.15pm
- The Bentley Brook Inn 8pm
- The Coach and Horses (Fenny Bentley) 8.30pm
- The Blue Bell (Tissington) 9.15 pm
- The Waterloo (Biggin-by-Hartington) 9.45pm
- The Sycamore (Parwich) 10.30pm
- The British Legion (Parwich) 11.00pm
To find out more about the tradition and to see the text of the play our local group use go to the History Society website (Newsletter no.7 pp.1-4 ).
Money raised will go to charities to be nominated.
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Today the concrete was laid for the floor slab – will he still be there in the morning!!
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As a result of last Thursday’s post (“Does anyone have a home for Dodo?“), Dodo has now taken up residence in our neighbourhood.
Tracey F reports:
I have spent two days trying to get a good picture of our new dog. However, she doesn’t stand or sit still for more than a second!
She is getting on really well, and hasn’t chewed anything yet other than her dog toys. She is really good with the children and our other dog, and we are really pleased that we decided to have her.
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Everyone is welcome to the
Tissington Safer Neighbourhood policing team meeting
Wednesday 9th December – 7.30pm
Fitzherbert Primary School, Fenny Bentley
This meeting covers Parwich. Please come along and raise any concerns you may have and to help set priorities with your local policing team. For more information, or if you have a concern you would like to raise and cannot attend the meeting, contact the team on 0345 123 33 33 or email ashbourne.neighbourhoods@derbyshire.pnn.police.uk.
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In today’s window images, Courtney W wishes us all a Merry Christmas – while Jack G’s Santa has been over-indulging on the cream pies!
CHRISTMAS JOKE TIME!
Where do snowmen go to dance ?
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PARWICH.ORG has been contacted by Kate Nelson from Derbyshire Sport, who is currently working to establish a network of local jogging groups in communities such as ours.
Kate says:
The Jog Derbyshire initiative is aimed at encouraging people who do little or no exercise to become more physically active, by starting to jog on a regular basis with people of similar ability levels (mainly beginners) as part of an organised jog group with a qualified Jog Leader.
I would more than happy to meet with any member of the parish council or community who may be interested in establishing or leading a Jog Derbyshire group in their area.
If anyone would like to help get a Parwich jogging group off the ground, then please e-mail us at parwich@hotmail.co.uk and we’ll put you in touch.
Here’s the Jog Derbyshire press release in full. Continue Reading »
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- In Main Street, Parwich Mrs Brownson had a general store, what is this building now?
- Where was Gerald Lewis’ market garden?
- Where in Parwich would you find a plaque announcing that the Success, Rushy Cliff and Nancy Consols Lead Mining Company Ltd intend to prosecute trespassers?
- What were the names of the three pubs in Parwich in 1900, and what related organisation was formed in the village in 1910?
- What in Parwich was consecrated by the Bishop of Derby in 1964?
- Sir Samuel Allsopp, later Lord Hindlip, bought Alsop Hall in the 1880s. How did he make his money?
- Which is the only building in Parwich that is constructed entirely of dressed sandstone?
- When was the last beacon lit on Parwich Hill and why?
Thank you to Parwich & District Local History Society for the above questions. Please note they are holding their annual Christmas Quiz at the Sycamore Inn at 8pm this Thursday. All are welcome and mulled wine and mince pies will be served.
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Today’s window images were drawn by Eryk A and Jessie S.
To view them, please click on the door below.
CHRISTMAS JOKE TIME!
Which of Santa’s reindeer has the worst manners?
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After years of honing set plays and individual passing skills the Parwich Ladies Netball Team have finally reached the dizzying heights of CHAMPIONS OF THE LEEK INDOOR WINTER LEAGUE!!!!!!
The season has been one of nail biting end to end matches with great athleticism and stamina being demanded from all players. The post baby tummies have been replaced with 6 packs. Explosive muscle power in the legs has resulted in some very shapely calves. Excessive use of over head and chest passes has caused a certain pertness in the bosom which can only be of benefit for the dress choice for the prize giving ceremony!
The defence of Sarah (the long legged blonde), Nia (the aging mother of 4) and Alex (the bouncy night nurse) have gelled to become a formidable force. Only the Leek Hockey Club Girls caused pain to the threesome as they dared to take on the blocking techniques.
Sandra (the speedy over head Queen) continued to whizz from end to end bringing defence and attack together despite her variations in hair arrangements.
The shooters Jannette (who really can get it in from anywhere!) and Ruth (the most versatile player ever) have been named as THE BEST SHOOTERS IN THE LEAGUE. For every 100 shots at least 95 were guaranteed goals. Those that missed were put down to interference from the rowdy crowds that gathered to watch our performances.
WA is the position played by Wendy (the most graceful and gentle player ever) and she calmly fed the ball into Ruth and Jan without ever looking flustered in the 4 months of play.
People of Parwich – you are privileged to have such sporting excellence in your midst. The team are now carbo loading for a month before taking on All Comers next year.
A big Thank you must go to the staff at Leek for organising and umpiring the League. Also on the occasions we have needed to play reserves we are indebted to Jo (from the Pink Ladies) and Pip ( who sponsors us) for managing to just fit in and play our game.
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Two for the price of one! From today onwards, we’ll be displaying not one, but two images on every calendar window. To view today’s offerings (drawn by Georgia P and Jamie N), please click on the door below:
CHRISTMAS JOKE TIME!
How do you make an idiot laugh on Boxing Day ?
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Last weeks readings:
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Rainfall in mm |
Pressure in Mb am |
Pressure in Mb pm |
Temperature in ºC |
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Max |
Min |
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Sun 29th |
5 |
984.5 |
986.2 |
6.7 |
1.6 |
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Mon 30th |
2 |
996.6 |
1005.8 |
6.4 |
1.6 |
|
Tue 1st |
4 |
1008.8 |
1005.6 |
2.7 |
-2.5 |
|
Wed 2nd |
2 |
996.8 |
994.9 |
6.7 |
1.6 |
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Thu 3rd |
7 |
992.6 |
995.0 |
5.6 |
5.1 |
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Fri 4th |
2 |
1001.4 |
1003.0 |
7.9 |
1.9 |
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Sat 5th |
15 |
992.5 |
994.3 |
8.7 |
3.4 |
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Total |
37 |
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Average |
6.4 |
1.8 |
Despite the beautiful sunshine while posting this, the unsettled weather continues. Also the sunshine belies the ammount of water that came down in the night, with at least two houses having water coming in
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- Which house in Parwich was in the early twentieth century a commercial cheese factory?
- What was this factory’s retail outlet in Ashbourne, which continued to trade well beyond the closure of the factory, called?
- What is Saint’s Hill now better known as?
- Who is the writer who created Peak Practice?
- What was the first Parwich pantomime performed in 1984?
- What local archaeological site was identified by Martin Wildgoose and excavated by Sheffield University?
- Which organisation ran Parwich Hospital as a convalescent home for soldiers during World War I?
- What was Parwick Hall, over and above a spelling mistake?
Thank you to Parwich & District Local History Society for the above questions. Please note they are holding their annual Christmas Quiz at the Sycamore Inn at 8pm this Thursday (10th Dec). There are seperate prizes for the local and the general knowledge sections. All are welcome and mulled wine and mince pies will be served.
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| What’s on Where this Week | |||
| Date | Time | Event | Location |
| Sunday | 11am | Mattins | Parwich Church |
| Wednesday | 6pm & 7.15pm | Pilates | Parwich School |
| Wednesday | 7pm | Parwich Memorial Hall Committee Meeting | The Sycamore |
| Thursday | 8pm | History Society Xmas Quiz at The Sycamore Inn | The Sycamore |
| Friday | 1.30-3.30pm | Christmas Bonanza | Parwich School |
| Friday | from 6.30pm | Ashbourne Christmas Late Night Shopping & Festive Fun Night | Ashbourne |
| Saturday | 11am-3pm | Christmas Tree Festival & Christmas Fair Donations to Church Fabric Appeal Trees will remain up until New Year |
Parwich Church |
| Sunday | 9.30am | Holy Communion | Parwich Church |
| Sunday | 11.15am | Holy Communion | Alsop Church |
| Sunday | 2.30pm | Christmas Concert led by the MethodistsFollowed by a presentation to Simon our retiring postman with mince pies & refreshments. Everyone Welcome to the concert, refreshments or both |
Parwich Church |
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Here’s The Fabulous A52s playing The Big Acoustic last Wednesday in Matlock.
Of course it was only a warm-up for this evening‘s extravaganza in The Sycamore at 8.30pm. The lighting rigs have started to arrive, the spaceship themed set is being constructed and the skip full of dry ice has been filled.
The band hope you can make it!
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To view today’s calendar window (drawn by Zac L), please click on the door below:
CHRISTMAS JOKE TIME!
What’s the most common wine at Christmas?
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The floor slab continues to grow; the layer that you can see in JF-S’s photo, forms part of the radon proof barrier.
Work will be continuing on site tomorrow until early afternoon.
On Tuesday, work will commence at 8am. This is to allow time for the concrete to be inserted onto the floor slab and set. The school have been informed about this earlier start and Wildgoose will provide a traffic marshal to ensure the safety of both pedestrians and vehicles. Continue Reading »
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Shaun & Tony Marshall are working on Kiln Lane and have said how disgusting the Green, opposite Gardeners Cottage, is. This area is covered in dog faeces. It would be impossible to walk to the Millennium Tree and enjoy the stunning view over the village without stepping in this foul mess. It is sad that a few dog owners are allowing this green area to become a dog lavatory.
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In today’s calendar window (drawn by Szymon K), Santa seems to have become stuck down the chimney. But if he drops any further, will his trousers catch fire?
CHRISTMAS JOKE TIME!
What do you drain Christmas dinner Brussels sprouts with?
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Everyone is welcome to the
Tissington Safer Neighbourhood policing team meeting
Wednesday 9th December – 7.30pm
Fitzherbert Primary School, Fenny Bentley
This meeting covers Parwich. Please come along and raise any concerns you may have and to help set priorities with your local policing team. For more information, or if you have a concern you would like to raise and cannot attend the meeting, contact the team on 0345 123 33 33 or email ashbourne.neighbourhoods@derbyshire.pnn.police.uk.
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Just a quick reminder than tomorrow is the bulk rubbish collection – the van will stop in the normal places.
Sycamore Cottages 0900 – 0920
Village Green 0925 – 0945
By old shop, village top 0950 – 1010
Croft Avenue 1015 – 1045
The next collection for Parwich will be on 20th February.
The next collection for Alsop and Ballidon is on 23rd January.
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Thanks to Shura Prince for contacting us with the following information:
My name is Shura Prince. I live at Alsop Moor, and I am doing a charity coffee morning on Saturday the 5th December at Alstonefield Village Hall, from 10am till 1pm.
There will be a Santa’s Grotto, face painting, tombola and a variety of stalls. All money raised is going to PACT (Parents Association for Children with Tumours and Leukaemia).
This is a charity close to my heart, as my daughter Evie had leukaemia when she was 6 weeks old. She is now 6 and is doing well. So I just want to give back something to the charity that helped me and my family through a tough time.
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Colin B asks:
I have a mystery sound recorded in Parwich in recent weeks. What is it?
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Click on the image of the cover to see the next issue of the Group Magazine for the parishes of Alsop, Fenny Bentley, Parwich, Thorpe and Tissington. This issue covers both December and January.
Paper copies can be obtained in each of the Churches or you can arrange to have it delivered to your house.
This is a particularly full issue with details of events over the Christmas period, including the Clay Pigeon shoot on Monday 28th December raising money for the Parwich St. George’s Day Parade. To find out more see the magazine or contact Mick E on tel. 461.
There is also a short write up of this year’s Dovedale Dash.
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