October 2008 - Contents Harvest Time Repton, Foremark and Newton Solney Parish Churches Services at St Wystan's, Repton Services at St Saviour's, Foremark Services at St Mary's, Newton Solney Readers and Intercessors at St Wystan's Altar Flowers at St Wystan's Brasses at St Wystan's Altar Flowers at St Saviour's United Reformed Church Services at the United Reformed Church Coffee Morning, Saturday 11th October Shell (for children aged 7+) The Christmas Mini-Market Baptisms, Marriages, Funerals and Burial of Ashes Baptisms Enya Jayne Shorthose Marriages Jarrod Myles Hobson and Joanne Sally Woollin Jonathan Robert Dabinett and Emma Jo Perry Funerals and Burial of Ashes George Henry (Harry) Talbot The Memorial Book Repton Benefice Services of Commemoration The End of 'Summer' Ride & stride St Wystan's News Repton Church Heritage Appeal Events St Wystan's Afternoon Teas St Wystan's Church Arts Festival, Exhibition of Photography, 13th - 15th November Repton M.U. St Saviour's News Foremark Harvest Festival Help! 'Organ Transplant' needed St Mary's News Newton Solney Harvest Celebrations Repton School Concerts Society, Wednesday 1st October St Mary's Church Harvest Buffet Lunch, Sunday 12th October Coffee Morning, Wednesday 15th October Repton Village Party 2009, Meeting on Wednesday 15th October The Autumn Ball, Friday 17th October 100 Years of Fashion, Friday 24th October Repton School Concerts Society, Wednesday 29th October Sale of Work and Fun Day, Saturday 1st November Beetle Drive, Saturday 1st November Coffee Morning in aid of Resurgam, Wednesday 12th November The Derwent Singers, ‘incantation’, Saturday 15th November Thankyou Thelma Guyler South Derbyshire Salmon in the Trent Fireworks Social Car Drivers Needed Neighbourhood Watch Repton Village and History Influenza Vaccination Sale of Work & Fun Day Repton Neighbourhood Help Calling all Friends of the Dale s Make Glorious Music, Repton Music Society Parking: Please keep Springfield Road free! Cubs, Scouts and the Den Parish Walks, Thank You to Roger Juneau Repton Village History Group Repton W.I. Walking to Willington Repton Village Show Repton Village Society Repton Parish Council Jottings Zytek granted planning permission Milton & Foremark Village Matters Buy a Brick, Milton Village Hall Milton WI Newton Solney Village Matters Newton Solney C of E (Aided) Infant School Newton Solney W.I. Newton Solney Parish Council Notes Gardening Notes

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Harvest Time

Harvest Festivals are a time to celebrate creation and humanity's co-creative role within it.

There are different approaches to 'creation', ideological, economic and artistic. Creationism, the belief that God created everything from the stars to human beings in six twenty-four hour slots, is again being debated. Sarah Palin, the Republican nominee for vice-president, apparently believes this, along with many thousands of her compatriots. Here, educationalists are arguing when and how such ideas can or should be explored in the classroom.

To mark the approaching bicentenary of Charles Darwin's birth in 1809, and the 150th anniversary of the publication of 'On the Origin of Species' in 1859, the Church of England has developed a new section of its website. You can read the articles 'On the Origin of Darwin' and 'Good Religion needs Good Science' online at www.cofe.anglican.org/darwin. My own view is that what the Genesis story teaches us is that creativity is part of God's nature, and He never ceases to be creative; Jesus claimed that He worked even on the Sabbath.

I was reading recently an account of how the Victorians believed that coal would run out before the end of the 19th century, and that conservation policies should be put in place. This was before the discovery of oil and gas. Today we are told that oil and gas are finite commodities and that we should use them sparingly.

I am very much in favour of 'renewables' and believe that we should be putting more resources into their development. Today new coal seams are being opened in Yorkshire, and other EU countries are putting large investment into carbon capture, which will reduce carbon emissions from coal combustion. This will be especially important for the emerging economies of India and China, who are buying our coal and helping to renew our coal industry.

Readers of The Times will have been delighted to discover previously unpublished works of John Betjeman in a recent issue. The one that made me smile most was 'The Bishop.' News of his coming meant that the Mother's Union would be baking assorted tasty dishes, and the vicarage was buzzing with preparations. Thoughts of Betjeman naturally direct us to the Diary of a Church Mouse:

For me the only feast at all
Is Autumn's Harvest Festival,
When I can satisfy my want
With ears of corn around the font.

With prayers and best wishes

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Services at Foremark, Newton Solney
and Repton Churches

St Wystan's, Repton

St Saviour's, Foremark

St Mary's, Newton Solney

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Readers, Intercessors and Offertory at St Wystan's

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Altar Flowers (contact Frances Wimbush, 703180)

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Brasses (contact Pauline Beckett, 500132)

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Altar Flowers & Cleaning at St Saviour's (contact Ann Redfern, 01332 862350)

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The United Reformed Church

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Coffee Morning, Saturday 11th October

The usual selection of home-made marmalade, cakes and scones will be on sale, the Webb Ivory selection of cards and stationery there for you to browse, and the children's game for you to play. And, of course, a chance to talk to friends over coffee and biscuits.

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Shell Group (age 7 - 11)

. . . meets on Mondays from 6.30 to 7.30 pm. New members are always welcome.

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Advance notice: The Christmas Mini-Market

. . . will be on Saturday 1st November, your chance to choose Christmas cards, calendars and wrapping paper before the Christmas rush begins. Plus the usual treats of a coffee morning; don't miss it!

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Baptisms

Enya Jayne Shorthose, born on 4th July to Carl and Natalie Shorthose of 10 Mill Close, Newton Solney, was baptised on Sunday 7th September at St Mary's Church, Newton Solney.

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Marriages

Jarrod Myles Hobson and Joanne Sally Woollin were married at St Mary's Church, Newton Solney, on Saturday 30th August.

Jonathan Robert Dabinett and Emma Jo Perry were married at St Wystan's Church, Repton, on Saturday 13th September.

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Funerals and Burial of Ashes

George Henry (Harry) Talbot of 10 Longlands, Repton, died on Friday 15th August aged 88. A service at St Wystan's Church on 28th August was followed by cremation at Bretby Crematorium.

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The Memorial Book

The Memorial Book was donated in memory of Henry Chilton as a place where the names of those who died on or after 1st October 2000 can be recorded in the church.   All former Repton residents are eligible, as well as those buried or interred in St Wystan's churchyard or Monsom Lane cemetery.   There is no charge but a donation towards church funds is greatly appreciated.   All we need is the full name and the dates of birth and death.

Please contact Rev'd Peter Paine, 703317.

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Repton Benefice

Services of Commemoration
St Mary's and St Wystan's Churches, Sunday 2nd November at 4 pm

At the Service of Commemoration - well established at St Mary's but new to St Wystan's - we recall family members, loved ones, members of the community and friends, particularly those who have died recently. There is an opportunity to remember them by name, and an invitation to light a candle in their memory. It is a short and poignant service with well-known hymns and prayers.

You are warmly invited to come and share in the service, which this year falls appropriately on All Souls Day.

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The End of 'Summer'

A reminder that British Summertime ends on Sunday 26th October. After that the evening services at Foremark and Newton Solney are brought forward to 4 pm for the winter months.

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Ride & stride

Four people from St Wystan's Church cycled off in mid-September for the annual national sponsored ride to raise money to preserve and maintain historic church and chapel buildings. It turned out to be a beautiful day, and some enjoyed the old canal cycle route from the centre of Derby while another discovered the beautiful countryside of Needwood Forest. Both churches in Repton, as well as Newton Solney and Foremarke, were open to receive visitors and offer refreshments. Many thanks to all who organised and manned these, and to all the sponsors who enabled us to raise a good sum of money.

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St Wystan's News

Repton Church Heritage Appeal Autumn 2008 * * * * * * Friday 17th October The Autumn Ball Dancing to The Swing Commanders Friday 17th October, 7.30 for 8 pm. Carriages at midnight. Pears School, Repton Reception drink followed by a three course dinner Black Tie Tickets: £50.    Tom Hyde 01283 703662; Carol Lloyd 01283 702410 * * * * * * Saturday 1st November, 6.30 - 8.30 pm Beetle Drive Repton Village Hall £12 for a group of 4, individual tickets £3.50 Info. & tickets from Ruth Attwood (702804), Mike and Mary Knowles (702217), Sue Parker (702550). * * * * * * Saturday 15th - Sunday 16th November Repton Arts Festival St Wystan's Church Friday 14th Preview Evening with drinks and music 7.30 pm, £5.00 15th - 16th Photographic Exhibition 11 am - 4 pm, £2.00 Saturday 15th Derwent Singers 8.00 pm, £10.00 Sunday 16th Words and Music, Grave and Gay with wine & canapés 7.00 pm, £7.50 Passport for the whole weekend £17.50, children under 16 free Tickets: Morag Hill 01283 702799; Carol Lloyd 01283 702410 * * * * * * Thursday 18th December Bridge Day Field House Tickets: £20 from Carol Lloyd 01283 702410 * * * * * * Saturday 2nd - Monday 4th May Repton Flower Festival St Wystan's Church * * * * * * For information on all the Heritage Appeal events, contact Carol Lloyd, 01283 702410, Karen Perks, 01283 702392, or .

St Wystan's Afternoon Teas

This summer's Afternoon Teas have been very successful, and we are very grateful to the hosts, Angela and Bill Major, Carol and Peter Paine, and Wendy and Stephen Longden. We were pretty lucky with the weather and able to enjoy the gardens as well as a 'Strawberry Tea', cakes and scones. There have been raffles, a bring & buy, a produce and a scarf stall, and a quiz.

Thank you to everyone who helped or supported the events and made them so very enjoyable - also raising so much money, almost £730 for church funds.

Coffee Morning, Wednesday 15th October, 10 am to 12 noon

As we move into autumn, the next event is a Coffee Morning at 1 Milton Road. There will be a raffle, a 'Jewellery Swap' stall (no 'pierced' earrings, please), and a quiz. Come and enjoy it.

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St Wystan's Church Arts Festival
Exhibition of Photography, 13th - 15th November

There is still time for you to take photographs of St Wystan's for an exhibition during the arts festival weekend. It would be particularly nice to have unusual photographs of parts of the church or the churchyard that are often forgotten. This is not a competition, and is open to all ages. Any photographic medium is acceptable. If you are interested or would like more information, please ring Morag Hill on 702799.

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Repton M.U.

At the September meeting, June Scott's talk filled members with admiration for Hildegarde of Bingen. This multi-talented nun directed the affairs of her convent, painted, wrote music and hymns, studied medicine and cookery, and corresponded with popes and princes. After the talk, members allocated roles for the 9.45 a.m. M.U. service at St Wystan's on Sunday 12th October and made plans for the Deanery Quiet Evening at Repton on Wednesday 29th October at 7.30 pm.

Next meeting: Wednesday 15th October at 2.15 pm in the Fisher Close Room: Andy Austen, 'The 2007 World Scout Jamboree'. Anyone interested in Youth Work, (ex Scouts or Guides?) would be very welcome.

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St Saviour's News

Foremark Harvest Festival

You are warmly invited to celebrate Harvest Festival with us at St Saviour's on Sunday 5th October at 6.30 pm, and join in the traditional harvest hymns. We will be decorating the church the previous Saturday from 9 am, and produce, flowers and foliage will be welcomed, as would help to decorate. Gifts of produce, dry goods and toiletries will go to support the work of the Padley Centre.

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Help! 'Organ Transplant' needed

St Saviour's Church at Foremark has been offered a re-furbished organ - at a cost. The only redundant organ currently on the market that is tonally suited to the building and would fit within the existing organ area at Foremark, it stood until recently in the church of St Mary Magdalene at Clatworthy in Somerset. A mere 9' 6" high and 4' 6" wide, it has four stops, a single keyboard and a pedal-board. The Gothic front is of polished mahogany with two flats of gilded wooden dummy pipes.

Terry Bennett and his colleague, Edmund Stow, have completely dismantled the organ and brought it up from Somerset. They would like to start on the considerable restoration work that is needed. Among other things, the pipework must be thoroughly cleaned, the key action cleaned and overhauled, and all corroded wires renewed; the movement needs some rebushing, broken trackers need repairing, and new leather buttons fitting throughout; the windchest is to be stripped down, and the bellows stripped down and fully releathered.

The cost of all this work, including the transportation from Somerset and the addition of a second-hand electric blower, is £5,570. The PCC would also be responsible for adapting the site within the church, supplying an electrical connection and re-positioning a heater. The PCC have therefore agreed to launch an appeal for £6,000. We have not yet signed a contract and cannot do so until we know the money is available. Mr Stow will hold his price provided we sign the contract in time for him to do the work by next Easter. Therefore our target is to raise the money by the end of this year.

This will be a most significant addition to Foremark Church and will greatly enhance the worship for Foremarke School and for local baptisms, weddings and funerals. If any of our readers can help, contributions may be made out to Foremark PCC and sent to Mrs Polly Faulkner, 83 Main Street, Milton, Derby, DE65 6EF, or to me.

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St Mary's News

Newton Solney Harvest Celebrations

Harvest Festival will be celebrated at St Mary's at 10 am on Sunday 5th October, following Harvest Services for the pre and infant schools on Friday 3rd October, at 11.30 am and 2.30 pm respectively. We will be decorating the church the previous Thursday afternoon, from 2 pm, and on Saturday morning from 9.30 am. Produce, flowers and foliage will be welcomed, as would help to decorate on either day. Gifts of produce, dry goods and toiletries will be delivered during the week after the services to the Padley Centre and the Derby City Mission.

Repton School Concerts Society Damian Thantrey - Baritone Wednesday 1st October at 7.45 pm in Pears School An Old Reptonian and one of the country's leading baritones, used to singing in the world's great opera houses and concert halls.    He will perform 'Winterreise', one of Schubert's most important song cycles. It is highly dramatic and intense - a concert not to be missed. Individual tickets for each concert are £13 & £10 (concessions). Season tickets are still available at £60 for the remaining concerts. For further information or tickets contact: The Secretary (Sue Parker), 01283 702550 or Repton Music School, 01283 559319

St Mary's Church Newton Solney Harvest Buffet Lunch Sunday 12th October at 1 pm Newton Solney Village Hall Adults £7        Children £3.50 Raffle         Bring your own bottle! Tickets from Hazel Ward, 21, Blacksmith's Lane, Newton Solney. Tel. 701244

Coffee Morning Carol and Chris Lloyd invite you to coffee Wednesday 15th October, 10 am to 12 noon 1 Milton Road Jewellery Swap Stall (no pierced ear earrings), Raffle and Quiz. Admission £2 including coffee and cookies.

Calling Repton clubs, groups, organisations, and families Repton Village Party 2009 There will be a meeting for everyone who is interested in taking part in the Village Party next May. Wednesday 15th October at 6 pm, at The Den, Mitre Drive We would love to see you, and welcome any ideas you have for the day. Contact Frances Wimbush, 703180

Repton Church Heritage Appeal The Autumn Ball Dancing to the Swing Commanders Friday 17th October at 7.30 for 8 pm Pears School Repton Reception drink followed by a three course dinner Black Tie        Carriages at Midnight Tickets £50, tables of 8 and individual bookings available Enquiries & bookings: Tom Hyde, 703662, or Carol Lloyd, 702410.

100 Years of Fashion With Notty Hornblower Friday 24th October at 7.30 pm in the 400Hall A cavalcade of costume from Victorian times to the present day. For information or tickets (£10 to include an interval drink) call 01283 704054, or contact Mrs. W. Bateman, 2 Shakespeare Meadows, Repton DE65 6SB, enclosing a stamped addressed envelope. Part of Repton W.I. 90th birthday celebrations. All welcome.

Repton School Concerts Society A Celebration of Vaughan Williams Wednesday 29th October at 7.45 pm in the Robert Beldam Hall 50 years after the death of Vaughan Williams, this concert by members of the teaching staff and student body will celebrate his life with a programme of music and readings. The concert will include works by composers who influenced him, as well as music by Vaughan Williams himself. Individual tickets for each concert are £13 & £10 (concessions). Season tickets are still available at £60 for the remaining concerts. For further information or tickets contact: The Secretary (Sue Parker), 01283 702550 or Repton Music School, 01283 559319

Repton Village and School Sale of Work and Fun Day Saturday 1st November from 2.15 pm in the grounds and halls of Repton School A large number of Stalls including Cakes, Gifts and Crafts, Bottles, Cards, Toys, Jewellery, Books and Tombola. Fun items for Children of all Ages Gladiators, Bungee Run, Bouncy Castles, Putting, Face Painting, Hair Spray, Play Station, Coconut Shy, Lucky Dip, Apple Bobbing and Ducking Stall. Refreshments Teas, Cakes, Pancakes, Cookies, Hot Dogs, Fajitas, BBQ and Soft Drinks. A Large Number of Excellent Prizes to be won

At the end of half-term, an evening of fun for all the family Beetle Drive Race your team to throw the right numbers & draw a complete beetle Prizes to be won, and a raffle Food included, soft drinks for sale or bring your own drinks and glasses Saturday 1st November, 6.30 - 8.30 pm Repton Village Hall £12 for a group of 4, individual tickets £3.50 Info. & tickets from Ruth Attwood (702804), Mike and Mary Knowles (702217), Sue Parker (702550). All proceeds to the Repton Church Heritage Appeal.

Coffee Morning in aid of Resurgam Wednesday 12th November, 10 am - noon The Hall, Repton School Phoenix Cards: Christmas and greetings cards, advent calendars, gift wrap, accessories & stationery Julia Needham Jewellery: Freshwater pearl and semi-precious stoned jewellery, plus a variety of scarves Home produce for sale (donations very welcome on the day) Raffle.          Entrance £1 to include coffee, tea and biscuits

The Derwent Singers, Director: Richard Roddis incantation Saturday 15th November at 7.30 pm St Wystan's Church An evening of glorious choral music from the sixteenth century, celebrating the golden age of St Wystan's Church Tickets £10 from Jenny Jones, 704054 The Derby-based Derwent Singers, described as "…simply one of the best chamber choirs around", are making a very welcome return visit to Repton. Their stunning programme will include music by Nicholas Ludford, Robert Carver and Josquin. This is one not to miss!

Thankyou

Sincere Thanks

. . . on behalf of all at the Dales, for the very kind donations in memory of Thelma Guyler. They will be used to support the residential clients as well as Day Centre attenders. Thelma will be missed by all of us.

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South Derbyshire

Salmon in the Trent

At the turn of the 18th century the Trent was one of the great salmon rivers of England support¬ing a population of many thousands. They were caught for food and for barter; apprentices even insisted on a clause in their contracts that they were not to be fed salmon more than 3 times a week. But during the 19th and 20th centuries, industrial pollution and weir construction led to the total elimination of salmon from the Trent and its tributaries. Since 1985, however, Severn Trent Water has invested very heavily in sewage treatment and water quality, and with the demise of most of the coal-fired power stations, reducing water temperatures, salmon have gradually returned.

In 1998 and 1999, the Environment Agency released the first salmon into the Dove. The Trent Rivers Trust took over the project in 2000 and has raised the funds to continue this annual stocking; to date over one and a quarter million young salmon parr have been introduced into the River Dove. For every 100 parr, about 25 smolts reach the sea, and of these, one adult fish will return to the river to spawn. And now the survivors have started returning from their Greenland feeding grounds to breed. The first naturally spawned juvenile was dis¬covered in August 2003; many more have been found in each succeeding year.

There are many obstacles on the journey from the Humber to the Dove. The Trent Rivers Trust is working hard to overcome them with fish passes and ladders, but some of the obstacles can only be passed at times of flood. So, if you want to see the salmon leaping, try Norbury weir (SK124424) on the Dove. The best time is the late autumn, after a week's heavy rain.

For more information and to support the Trent Rivers Trust, visit their website at www.trentriverstrust.co.uk.

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Fireworks

Three things above all get people writing to the Parish Magazine: dogs, loud music, and fireworks.

Fireworks have come a long way since our childhood; they are big, dramatic, and noisy. As we saw in the opening ceremony for the Olympics, in the right hands and the right context, they are truly magical. But today's fireworks have a huge footprint, and many can be heard over the whole of Repton; they frighten pets, upset babies, and intrude on people who are simply not interested. One display last year provoked angry reactions from both ends of the village. So when you buy fireworks and arrange a display, think of the noise, think of your neighbours, and try to keep to the accepted days.

It's also worth noting that we are on the approach path to East Midlands Airport, so your fireworks must conform to BS7114, and any larger display must be notified in advance to the CAA.

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Social Car Drivers Needed

Do you have any spare time for a worthy cause? The Social Car scheme uses volunteer drivers and their vehicles to provide transport for people in South Derbyshire who can't access public transport. New drivers are always needed, but currently there is a real shortage in our area. Drivers take people to medical appointments, to see relatives or friends or to go shopping. They provide a lifeline to people who might otherwise find themselves isolated and lonely.

Social Car is non profit-making, but clients pay 40p a mile which is passed on to the driver to cover his expenses. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Richard House, CVS Volunteer Co-ordinator, on 01283 219761, or Alyson Key, CVS Social Car Organiser, on 01283 551766.

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Neighbourhood Watch

Remember:

• Secure your door chain.
• Make absolutely sure a caller is genuine before you let him in.
• Staff from utility companies carry an identification card. Always ask to see it. If in any doubt, contact their company for verification.
• Don't give them any personal or bank details.
• If they have a vehicle, take down the registration number, make and model.

Always look out for your elderly and vulnerable neighbours.

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Repton Village & History

Influenza Vaccination

Willington Surgery is running 5 flu clinics in October:

Tuesday 7th October 1 - 2.30 pm Thursday 9th October 1 - 2.30 pm

Saturday 11th October 9 - 11 am Tuesday 14th October 1 - 2.30 pm

Monday 20th October 4 - 6.30 pm

Vaccinations is recommended for patients over 65 and those with any form of lung problem, asthma, diabetes, heart or renal disease. If you are not sure whether you should have a flu injection or not, please speak to one of us. The vaccine is not 'live' so in theory no one should catch a cold from it! To book an appointment, please call in to the surgery or telephone 703318.

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Sale of Work & Fun Day, Saturday 1st November

The Sale of Work and Fun Day is a joint effort by members of Repton Village and Repton School, and takes place annually during the afternoon in the School's grounds and halls. There is always a wide variety of stalls where quality items (particularly hand-made ones) and bargains are available. There will also be numerous fun items catering for all age groups, run by the pupils, and a variety of refreshments including teas and pancakes.

Did you know . . . ?

Last year more than £30,000 was raised as a result of the main event on the day, as well as the additional cabarets, dinners and auctions run by the boarding houses. This is a far cry from the £23 12s 8d raised at the first Sale of Work in 1877. Some of the earliest Sale of Work events were held to raise money for the Zenana Mission, which funded visits by women missionaries to Indian women in their own homes, with the aim of converting them to Christianity. The majority of money raised today traditionally reaches those good causes which are found a little closer to home!

How money is distributed

Stall-holders and boarding house representatives, who have helped to raise the money, meet after the event to decide who should benefit. We are always keen to support worthy local causes, and in the past the following Repton organisations have benefited to the tune of more than £2,500: the Village Hall refurbishment fund, Repton Pre-School, the United Reformed Church, St Wystan's Church maintenance, Repton Neighbourhood Help Scheme, The Dales and Repton Casuals. A further £5,000 has gone to other local organisations. On the whole we target help at organisations that are connected to members of the village or school, and where a sum from us would make a significant difference to them or would fund a definite project.

Suggestions and requests for donations should be made to stall-holders or boarding house representatives.

Can you help?

To raise such large sums of money requires a lot of hard work. Gifts and help in making items like cakes or craft work would be very much appreciated.

Stalls rely on your support and the stallholders would greatly welcome gifts direct to them in Repton or to Pears School on the day.

Gifts and teddies: With new or nearly new gifts (such as new bags, candles, perfumes, notelets, china and glass) or cuddly toys in excellent condition, phone Noreen Flight, 702274, or Margaret Bromage, 701609.

Toys: With toys, puzzles or games that are no longer needed but in good condition, call Alison Pitts, 703187.

Bottles and Jars: If you can make jams, preserves, pickles, chutneys, or any food in a jar, or give any bottle (groceries, sweets, toiletries and especially home-made produce) contact Frances Wimbush, 703180.

Cakes: We welcome any home baking for this stall so please get cooking and phone Louise Hardwick, 701608.

Extra help is always useful, so anyone who is willing to be involved on the day should contact any stall holder or Penny Holroyd at The Hall.

Do come along this year and help to raise a significant sum for charity whilst purchasing worthwhile items and having lots of fun.

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Repton Neighbourhood Help

Luncheon Club members and helpers enjoyed a day at the National Memorial Arboretum in August. The lunch was excellent and the weather was kind to us but, unfortunately, the new memorial was closed for maintenance! An excuse perhaps to visit again next year? There is so much to see on such a vast site.

This autumn we are rather short of cooks again. If you feel at all able to help, do please give us a ring. The commitment would be to cook a main meal or pudding three times a year, and you would be reimbursed in full.

We also need double knitting wool for our blanket projects. Do please let us know if you have any, or drop it in to the Community Centre any Friday afternoon.

Drop-in Centre: every Friday, 1.45 -3.45 pm in the Community Centre lounge

Come along and enjoy various activities and a cup of tea and a chat. You would be most welcome.

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Calling all Friends of the Dales

Please help us plan and steer our older people's time towards quality and value. If you are interested, please come to the Dales at 10.30 am on Wednesday 8th October.

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Make Glorious Music, Repton Music Society

Under the leadership of John Bowley, Repton Music Society will perform Mozart's 'Requiem' in Pears School on Sunday 30th November at 7.30 pm. The choir of about 170 is fairly evenly balanced between members of the school and members of the local community. If you would like to join in an evening of glorious music, whether as a member of the choir or the orchestra, please contact Morag Hill on 01283 702799. Choral rehearsals take place on Thursday evenings at 6.30 pm in Pears School.

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Parking: Please keep Springfield Road free!

Due to inconsiderate parking, the school bus - both the morning and afternoon service - has on some days been unable to travel along Springfield Road. The school and the Parish Council are both very concerned that in an emergency, rescue vehicles too would be unable to gain access.

We would ask everyone, but particularly parents and school visitors, to park considerately - and not on the grass verges, please! - to ensure that both the school bus and emergency vehicles are free to pass.

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Cubs, Scouts and the Den

As Group Scout Leader, Malcolm Cresswell has been a stalwart of Repton Scout Group. Sadly, after many years service, he has now moved to another group, so the contact list inside the back cover of the Parish Magazine needs amendment: for enquiries about Beavers, Cubs and Scouts, please contact Andy Austen on 702448; for all other enquiries, and to book the Den, contact Chris Smythe on 701674.

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Parish Walks, Thank You to Roger Juneau

Roger Juneau has organised parish walks for the last six years. He has spent considerable time and effort devising interesting figure-of-eight routes and watering holes - as much on the latter as the former. Those who have enjoyed the walking - and those who have only shared in the delights of the watering holes - are indeed most grateful for all his efforts. We look forward to his and Julia's company on our future walks.

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Repton Village History Group

We are pleased to announce that Bunty Marshall has agreed to become our Honorary President. As a member of the group for almost thirty years, she has always taken a keen interest in Repton's history and our activities. We look forward to her continued support.

'The Story of an East Coast Resort', Tuesday 21st October

In an illustrated talk, Shirley Horton will trace the history and development of Skegness from a tiny village to a popular midlands seaside holiday destination. This is a fascinating glimpse of social history.

'The History and Development of Burton's Brewery Railways', 18th November

Philip Stanbridge will give an illustrated talk about the private railway systems once operated by the various breweries.

Both of these meetings will take place in the village hall at 7.30 pm prompt. Visitors are welcome. Members £1.50 Visitors £2.50.

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Repton W.I.

In September members were lucky enough to have a dry afternoon for their outing to Abbots Bromley. After watching the Horn Dance they enjoyed a splendid tea at Marsh Farm.

At the September meeting Jill Cownie reported on her course in digital photography at Denman, the W.I.'s own college near Oxford. The tutor was more used to teaching in prisons so his sense of humour was not much in evidence, but he did teach Jill how to remove a telegraph pole which had ruined her photo of the Battle of Britain Flight.

Unfortunately the booked speaker was ill but she sent a replacement who showed everyone how to make a start on parchment craft.

Next Meeting: Tuesday 14th October, 7.15 pm in the village hall: AGM and social evening.

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Walking to Willington

Wouldn't it be good to have a safe path between Repton and Willington - for walkers and for cyclists? Rather than take the car, I would love to be able to walk or cycle to the shops or doctor's surgery, but this just isn't an option. Traffic on the road is so heavy that it feels unsafe, particularly with children. In part the pavement is very narrow, and it runs out at awkward places, where crossing the road can be dangerous.

I'm told that there are a couple of footpaths from Repton to Willington, but also that they are overgrown and unusable. Could they be reopened?

What do you feel? Do we need a decent track from Repton to Willington? Have you looked into this before? Have you any practical suggestions? What can the Parish Council do? Do contact me with your ideas.

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Repton Village Show

Despite horrendous weather, this year's show was one of our most successful. Over 80 people entered exhibits, with a record number of children having a go. The hall was really buzzing with enthusiasm when everyone returned to view the judges' findings, and the raffle and auction were a lively conclusion. Winners of the special prizes and cups for the best exhibits:

Boot Trophy (vegetables), Alan Peach

John Crockett Trophy (points in vegetable section), Alan Peach

Voucher (fruit), Martin Wimbush

Marjorie Boddice Trophy (flower arrangement), Caroline Thompson

McLean Cup (roses), Ron Pugh

Silver Trophy (produce), Gordon Jump

Photographic Shield, Sue Elson

Cup (flowers), Alan Peach

Handicraft Plate, Anne Yates

Zak's Cup (points in children's section), Sian Ryalls and Jessica Hollidge

Many thanks to everyone who took part, making the show a fun and friendly event, with particular thanks once again to our auctioneer, Adrian Argyle.

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Repton Village Society

Best Floral Container / Front Garden Competition

The Society would like to thank the Parish Council and Bretby Nursery for their continued sponsorship of the competition. The event was very successful, but we would appreciate more entries next year please; entry is free and there are prizes to be won.

The Herefordshire Black and White Villages: Despite all the recent rain, and landslips on some of the roads, our coach tour was a success. The route was unfamiliar to many of us, which added to the interest. Our guide, Pam Powis, plus excellent weather on the day, made this a most enjoyable occasion.

'South Derbyshire Churches', Thursday 2nd October

Philip Heath, the Heritage Officer for South Derbyshire District Council, will describe some of these very varied buildings.

Looking further ahead we have a very full evening on 6th November. Richard Stone is going to talk about the River Trent, the subject of one of his books on local topics. Complimentary cheese and wine will be available afterwards, and Ashley Franklin, who wrote the article on Repton in a recent 'Derbyshire Life', has agreed to judge the entries and present the prizes for our photographic competition. We hope that members will bring their friends to the evening. There will be no charge for friends, or for any visitors, who would be most welcome.

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Results of the RVS Floral Container and Front Garden Competition 2008

Walking round the village, we found many very good hanging baskets and front gardens that were a credit to their owners, especially given the terrible weather we have had this summer. We wish more had entered the free competition, but of those that did, the standard was high, again setting the judge some tough decisions. The competition winners are:

Floral Container Front Garden

First: Mr. Grenham, 39 Monsom Lane Mr. & Mrs. Jones, 15 Main Street

Second: A. Webster, 10 Broomfield Lane Mrs. Chell, 41 Pinfold Close

Third: R. Crockett, 2 Burdett Way Mr. Grenham, 39 Monsom Lane and Mr. & Mrs. Little, 10 Chestnut Way

Mr Grenham won the Judge's Bowl for overall 'Best in Show' for his really superb hanging baskets.

The prizes, vouchers for Bretby Nurseries, and the Judge's Bowl were presented at Repton Village Show. We would like to thank Repton Parish Council and Bretby Nurseries for their support of the event.

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Repton Parish Council Jottings

A monthly newsletter covering issues from the most recent Parish Council meeting in September.

• Parish Meeting: The Parish Meeting is held biannually, before the Parish Council meetings in March and September. This time the meeting was held at Milton Village Hall, where there was a good turnout.
• Planning: Concern was expressed over an application to build a two-storey garage with an office above on land behind 11 Pinfold Lane, Repton. The Parish Council decided to object because: the development is out of keeping with its surroundings, which are likely to be included in the conservation area; it would be too near to, and - at 18 feet high - would dominate the neighbours in the vicinity; as the proposed building is 40 yards from Repton Brook it would increase the risk of flooding; there is concern about a possible future change to commercial use.
• Environment Agency: Kevin Coleman of the Environment Agency gave a brief talk on flooding issues. The Environment Agency has powers to ensure that Milton and Repton brooks flow freely and that bridges are kept clear. It will make certain that the riparian landowners, whose responsibility it is, keep the watercourses free from obstruction. There is an emergency number, 0800 988 1188, for villagers to report flood problems, although calls will be prioritised. Anyone who wants to know more about the work of the Environment Agency should contact me.
• Parking on Pinfold Lane: Concern was expressed about vehicles parking on the double yellow lines in Pinfold Lane. The problem is aggravated by builders vehicles and a skip parked on the pavement and on the yellow lines; these are causing a hazard, especially at night. The police show little interest, so the Parish Council has decided to take photographs and ask the community police officer to investigate.
• Mozart Requiem: Repton Music Society choir was created over 40 years ago to give local people the opportunity to participate in performing wonderful music. After a short break, it has now reformed under the leadership of John Bowley, Director of Music at Repton School. The Parish Council has been asked for a donation towards the cost of performing Mozart's Requiem in Pears School in November. In view of the choir's previous popularity, the Parish Council agreed to sponsor a vocalist for the performance at a cost of £300.
• Summer Holiday Play Provisions: The play provisions were quite well attended even though the weather was sometimes poor. Before booking the equipment for next year, the Parish Council will examine the attendance figures to assess whether they are cost effective. The cost this year was approximately £900, but £400 of that was paid by the Safer Neighbourhoods Group.

Next Meeting: 13th October at 7.30 pm in Repton Village Hall. Surgery and plans available at 7.15 pm.

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Zytek granted planning permission

In September, South Derbyshire District Council Development Control Committee voted to allow Zytek to expand on its site in Main Street. The firm, which manufactures racing engines, currently employs 51 workers, and when the unit is built, expects to take on another 24. Locally there was strong opposition, however, and the Parish Council had unanimously rejected Zytek's application.

Protestors and the Parish Council argued that the development is outside the village envelope on a greenfield site; it will generate extra traffic including heavy goods vehicles; it will dominate neighbouring houses; it is inappropriate in a rural village; brownfield sites are available elsewhere in South Derbyshire.

John Bladen, one of Repton's two elected representatives on SDDC, and the only one to sit on the Development Control Committee, spoke on behalf of supporters of the plan. Heather Wheeler, our other representative on SDDC, read out written objections from Repton residents, and Neil Williams, who lives in Main Street, represented the many objectors who packed the public gallery at the council chamber.

In the end, with no votes against and only two abstentions, the application was passed. Councillor Bladen voted in favour. Councillor Wheeler was unable to vote, but in press interviews had made her support for the development plain. So Zytek will now build its chassis assembly unit on virgin land. However, even though objectors didn't succeed in blocking the development, they did have the building moved further from the houses, and ensure that it must adhere to strict conditions.

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Milton & Foremark Village Matters

Buy a Brick, Milton Village Hall

Milton Village Hall has needed a new kitchen for some time. Now we have been given permission to do the work and make other improvements; all that is needed is the money - £20,000 by December 2009.

Various fund-raising events are planned for the coming months, but to start the ball rolling we are giving you an opportunity to buy a brick for the new extension at a bargain price of only £10 each. A note will be sent to every house in Milton explaining how to do this, so even if you haven't yet visited or used the hall we hope you will support the venture.

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Milton WI

Wednesday 15th October: agm, cheese and wine

Following our Annual General Meeting, Milton WI members will enjoy a cheese and wine party to celebrate our 30th anniversary.

Thursday 16th October: Mercia Group Meeting

The following evening we are hosting the Mercia Group meeting. The theme is 'Hearing Dogs for the Deaf' and our speaker is Jan Winter.

We have planned our programme for the coming year and booked some very well recommended speakers. We meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 7.30 pm in Milton Village Hall. The WI programme will be available from the end of October. If you would like a copy please contact Sue White, 701978, or Rosemary Mumford, 703994.

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Newton Solney Village Matters

Newton Solney C of E (Aided) Infant School

We are now a month into term, and our new children are settling in really well. Community Collective Worship will continue on the first Wednesday morning of the month at 9.15 in the school hall. The dates for this term are 1st October, 5th November and 3rd December.

MacMillan Coffee Morning: On 1st October, immediately after collective worship, we are holding our coffee morning for MacMillan cancer support. Donations of cakes and biscuits will be very gratefully received and there will be greetings cards for sale. We hope you will join us.

Harvest Thanksgiving: Our service takes place in St Mary's Church on Friday 3rd October at 2.30 pm. You will be very welcome.

At the end of September I am travelling to Northern India with a party from the Derby Diocese. The children in school and pre-school enjoyed an 'India' day last term, sampling food and learning dances amongst a variety of activities. They have devised challenges for me to accomplish during my visit, some more realistic than others!

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Newton Solney W.I. Welcoming members to our September meeting, President Jo Parfitt thanked all who had helped with tea for Chesterfield Ladies' Club. They had very much appreciated it after their day in Derbyshire.

Our speaker for the evening was Laura Taylor, a National Trust guide at Kedleston Hall. Her very informative 'Walk through the Hall', was illustrated with excellent slides of distinctive features such as the lovely Adam fireplaces, the imaginative use of local stone and locally made artefacts. Then we were brought right up to date, as we heard about Kedleston's use as the location for scenes in the newly released film, 'The Duchess', portraying the life of Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire.

During September, members also saw 'Hello Dolly' at the Brewhouse, heard local Heritage Officer, Philip Heath, speak on South Derbyshire Churches, and reached the conclusion of the sunflower competition.

Newton Solney School has again invited members to join them at Morning Worship at 9.15 am on 1st October, and to stay on afterwards for a coffee morning in aid of the MacMillan Appeal.

Next Meetings: Tuesday 14th October: 'Colour and Style' with Susan Hyde. The Whist Drive is on 28th October. Both at 7.30 pm in the Village Hall. Visitors will be most welcome. On 16th October it is the autumn Group Meeting at Milton; the theme there will be 'Dogs'.

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Newton Solney Parish Council Notes

A report on the traffic safety measures for Newton Solney has been submitted to the relevant committee at Derbyshire Council Council. The parish council will make it widely available to ensure that everyone knows what will be done.

The village bonfire has been arranged for Saturday 1st November.

There have been a few incidents in the village where people have been concerned about suspicious activity. The police emphasize that it is appropriate to ring 999 at the time, so they can attend and deal with the problem.

Ian Hay from SDDC is to attend the next parish council meeting. Ian deals with funding opportunities and will discuss what funding may be available to upgrade the recreational field facilities. All are welcome.

Next meeting: Friday 10th October, 7.45 pm in Newton Solney village hall.

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Gardening Notes

In Derbyshire, sub-tropical plants such as bananas and brugmansias must be brought into a light, sheltered place with rather more than just frost-free protection. Cannas may still be in flower in October, but they must soon be dug up and potted; store them with those grown in pots in a frost-free place and keep them barely damp until spring. Other tender perennials such as fuchsias, osteospermums, pelargoniums, argyranthemums and some salvias - whether stock plants or recent cuttings - must also be protected. Penstemons are probably safe in the border, but should be given a protective covering of mulch or bracken. Dahlias too may well survive in the ground in our milder winters, but excessive wet can do as much damage as frost. I prefer to lift and store them over winter. Provide protection for other borderline hardy plants, even those growing against a sheltered wall. Cold winds can do a lot of damage.

Insulate vulnerable plant pots and containers with bubble wrap.

Get on with planting spring bedding plants. There is still time to plant daffodils and many spring bulbs. Many of the miniature daffodils are very beautiful, and several naturalise well. Varieties of Narcissus bulbocodium, the hoop petticoat daffodil, are fairly easy to grow and will naturalise, as will the attractive N. cyclamineus with its long, yellow trumpet and sharply swept-back petals. In a well drained, sunny position, many of the tulip species are also truly perennial, as befits their origins in Turkey and the Middle East.

Whether you decide to cut it all down or prefer to leave some for the birds or to give the garden structure in winter - especially attractive in frost - the border will need tidying up.

Spring cabbage sown in August will be ready to transplant. They will need protection from pigeons. To avoid them growing too soft and big, do not add any fertiliser until spring. Cut down and compost asparagus foliage as it turns yellow. Sow overwintering broad beans; aquadulce seems to be the most reliable variety. Early summer cabbage, calabrese and winter lettuce can be sown now; they are probably best started in modules and planted out later. Protection with a cloche will help, although lettuce will do better in a cold frame.

When rhubarb leaves have died back, remove them and expose the crown to frost. Rhubarb needs a cold environment, which is perhaps why it is traditionally grown in Yorkshire! Propagate by lifting and dividing the crowns between now and early spring.

Leave squashes and pumpkins on the plants as long as possible to harden the skin and ensure they store well. The fruits are ripe when the stalk is dry and brown and they sound hollow when tapped. In bad weather they can be left to dry in a greenhouse.

If you still have tomatoes outdoors, you can dig them up and hang them in a greenhouse to ripen. You can also do this with chillies.

Ideally, apples are stored in waxed cardboard trays where they do not touch each other and are open to inspection. Stored in plastic bags they sweat, ethylene and carbon dioxide build up, and ripening starts too early. Keep them free from frost and mice with a constant, cool temperature and good air circulation. Pears can be stored at lower but still frost-free temperatures.

Protect fruit trees from winter moths. The wingless females climb the trees to mate and lay their eggs, the caterpillars emerging in spring to feed on the young leaves and blossom. Grease bands help by trapping the females as they climb, but applying grease directly to the bark is more effective on older trees.

Sow sweet peas in trays or deep pots and leave to germinate at 18° to 20°C. When well germinated, move them to a cold frame, protecting from hard frost, slugs and mice.

Check tree stakes before the winter gales. Clear up fallen leaves and compost them. Complete scarifying and aerating lawns.

Clean the greenhouse to reduce overwintering pests and diseases. Remove any shading and insulate with bubble wrap. Ventilate on warm days.