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The Parish Magazine Repton, Foremark, Milton, Ingleby, Newton Solney
November 2015

A Safe Haven 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 Christmas Mini-Market, Saturday 14th November SHELL Group for young people aged 7+ Baptisms, Marriages, Funerals and Burial of Ashes Baptisms Rachel Russell Mark Smith Rebecca Freeman Cloe Smith Harley Smith Marriages Kayleigh Coussins and Gregory Haddon Val Cosford and John Jones Funerals and Burial of Ashes Lawrence Archer Joy Kirkley Moult Obituaries Lawrence Archer In memory of Margaret Venables The Memorial Book Repton Benefice Annual Service of Commemoration, Sunday 1st November Services of Remembrance, Sunday 10th November Remembrance Day, Tuesday 11th November Advent Sunday, 29th November Intercessory Prayer for Healing The Bible Study Group Ride & Stride St Wystan's News Sunday Club Local Diary Event Details Soup, Cheese and Chat! Wednesday 4th November Repton School Concert: Amy Green and Christine Zerafa, Wednesday 4th November Children's Nearly New Sale, Saturday 7th November Repton Village and School Sale of Work and Fun Day, Saturday 7th November Christmas Mini-Market, Saturday 14th November Live and Local: Blair Dunlop in Concert, Saturday 14th November Christmas Craft & Gift Fair, Sunday 15th November Repton School Concert: Martin Roscoe, piano, Wednesday 18th November Books, Browse and Coffee, Wednesday 18th November Milton Lunch Club, Thursday 19th November St Saviour's Christmas Bazaar, Saturday 21st November Coffee Morning in Newton Solney, Saturday 21st November Christmas Charity Market, Saturday 21st November Messy Church, Sunday 22nd November Concert with Soup & Sweet, Friday 27th November Repton School Music Society: Handel's Messiah, Sunday 29th November Repton Ghost Walk, Friday 4th December Repton Christmas Tree Festival, Friday 4th - Sunday 6th December Repton Village Hall Appeal Repton Neighbourhood Development Plan A Refugee's Story: The Musa Daghians Repton Village and History Repton Sale of Work & Fun Day, Saturday 7th November Repton Rags, 6th and 20th November Calling all budding musicians!   Carols on the Green Repton Scouts DIY Repton Casuals Fixtures at Broomhills Lane Soup and Sweet   Friday 27th November A Midsummer Night's Dream, 19th - 21st November Healthy Activity Day, Sunday 3rd January WW1 Battlefield Tour Congratulations to Dave Jacobs and Bob Errington Congratulations to Caitlin Williams Repton Village History Group HOSTuk Even better! Sue Sharratt’s Coffee Morning Thank you! Monsom Lane Yard Sale Repton W.I. Repton Village Society Mobile Library, Tuesday 10th November What it's like to be a Cub Leader ~ Could it be you? Repton Parish Council Milton & Foremark Village Matters Milton Harvest Supper OUR Neighbourhood Plan Live and Local in Milton, Saturday 14th November Milton W.I. Newton Solney Village Matters Newton Solney Big Banger Bash Newton Solney C of E Infant School Newton Solney Parish Council News Newton Solney Tuesday Club Newton Solney W.I. You and your Pet Raw Food - What you need to know Neighbourhood Watch Gardening Notes

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A Safe Haven

The refugee crisis continues. Politicians struggle in their efforts to deal with the problems which drive hundreds of thousands to seek a new life in Europe and, of course, in our country, whilst many others work alongside aid agencies to try to help the refugees themselves. Living in a rich country founded on Christian principles, it is demanded of us to be compassionate and to welcome as many refugees as possible. Those who seek a place free from persecution, extremism and warfare should be offered a safe haven. Those who seek to escape from poverty and begin a new life should be assisted in whatever way we can. And as we care for them, so we should apply pressure to ensure that the violence and poverty in their home countries are addressed, so that in time, if they so wish, they can return home.

The reference in last month's magazine to the possibility of The Dales being used to house Syrian refugees set me thinking. So it should be! The property is sitting there doing nothing and could house several refugee families. It is the sort of property that is required. Housing refugees there would give them the security and comfort they need to help them overcome the trauma they have suffered, uprooted from all they have known and driven to undertake a journey to our shores than none of us would choose. It may be cheaper to house them in ex-military camps and so on but that is to meet our needs, not those of the refugees. Housing refugees in The Dales would give us the opportunity to show how a small community can extend the open hands of hospitality to those whose lives have been totally blown apart. We would have the chance to share our material wealth with those who have lost everything. Those who are retired could share their life skills in helping them to adapt to a new country, to our culture, to our way of doing things. Those of us with larger houses could welcome them into our lives and our homes. Those who don't have space could at least offer to show them around.

An event like this is a time to take stock and think, not of how we are going to hang on to what we have, but of what we can offer. We have an opportunity to share a little with others. And when the crisis is over, will we feel good because as a community we have helped in a way that could make a world of difference to at least a few of those in need? Or will we feel good because we have kept them out of our backyard.

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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
Frances Wimbush, 703180

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Brasses
Sue Parker, 702550

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

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The United Reformed Church

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Christmas Mini-Market, Saturday 14th November, 10.30 till noon

Make sure you don't miss this festive treat: home-made cakes and preserves, Christmas cards, wrapping paper, lots of goodies to tempt you to treat yourselves, tombola, raffle and games, as well as coffee and mince pies! Come and join us!

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SHELL Group for young people aged 7+

. . . meets on Mondays from 6.30 to 7.30 pm. This month's activities include making sausage rolls and pizza! Lots of fun and games; new members are always welcome.

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Baptisms

Rachel Russell, daughter of Cathy and Jonathan Russell of Main Street, Newton Solney was baptised on Sunday 11th October at St Mary's Church.

Mark Smith and Rebecca Freeman and their children, Cloe Smith and Harley Smith, all of Thorness Close, Alvaston, were baptised on Sunday 11th October at St Wystan's Church, Repton.

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Marriages

Kayleigh Coussins of Longfurlong, Repton Road, Newton Solney, and Gregory Haddon of 27 Kingsley Road, Burton-on-Trent, were married at St Mary's Church on Saturday 26th September.

Val Cosford and John Jones of 2 Spinney Lodge, Repton, were married at St Wystan's Church on Saturday 17th October.

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Funerals and Burial of Ashes

Lawrence Archer of Sawmills Cottage, Main Street, Milton, died on Wednesday 23rd September aged 83. A service at St Saviour's Church, Foremark, on 5th October, was followed by interment.

Joy Kirkley Moult of Stratford Close, Repton, died on Thursday 8th October aged 99. On 27th October a funeral service at Bretby was followed by cremation, and then by a Service of Thanksgiving at St Wystan's Church.

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Obituaries

Lawrence Archer
25th February 1932 - 23rd September 2015

Born in Milton in a small cottage down Sawmills Lane, Lawrence moved with his parents and siblings to Sawmills Cottage when he was five. He was one of a family of twelve.

He attended Repton Primary School, then situated in the High Street, walking there every day come rain or shine. However, it was not a happy time for him. One morning when he was late, the teacher bustled him out of class, hitting him on the head with her pencil. Having only just started school he was so upset that he walked straight back home.

At fourteen, Lawrence left school to work for several years on local farms. He became a very good hedge-layer and won many certificates and rosettes at the various ploughing and hedge-cutting matches. Then he went to work with his father, a woodsman on the Foremarke Estate.

On New Year's Eve 1954 he met Mavis at a dance in Repton village hall. He offered to take her home, but hadn't bargained for the rest of her friends who needed a lift, and they hadn't bargained for the stakes and barbed wire in the back of his old van! However, in 1956 they were married at St Wystan's Church, and after the birth of their son, to be followed later by two daughters, they moved to Foremarke in the spring of 1957. Lawrence became self-employed, tree-felling and farming. He did lots of work for the Church Commissioners, clearing and replanting the woods around Foremarke and Milton including among many others Church Spinney across from the church, The Rookery at the back of Farm, The Nursery, and The Shelter Belt.

In 1975 Lawrence bought Sawmills Cottage, and after a long renovation project, moved back to his roots in 1978. He loved the peace and quiet there. He loved his family, his garden, and chatting to friends and passers-by. Although he enjoyed holidays in Scotland, Ireland and the Isle of Man, he wasn't a great holiday-taker; work was always his main objective and he worked hard throughout his life. He was a kind, loving, generous man who will be greatly missed.

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In Memory of Margaret Venables

The family of Margaret Venables would like to express their sincere thanks for all the support received following her passing, and to thank all who attended the memorial service. Donations in lieu of flowers raised £222 which will be forwarded to the British Heart Foundation, a cause close to her heart. Keith Venables

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The Memorial Book

Repton has a fine memorial book permanently on display in St Catherine's Chapel in the north aisle of St Wystan's Church. It was donated in memory of Henry Chilton as a place to commemorate former residents of Repton.   All are eligible and welcome, 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 us.

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Repton Benefice

Annual Service of Commemoration, Sunday 1st November, 4 pm

At this time of remembrance, we hope you will join with us and others at St Wystan's to remember our loved ones and give thanks for their lives.

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Services of Remembrance, Sunday 10th November

A hundred years on from the slaughter of the Great War, we remember the men of Repton, as well as those members of our own families who died in that and more recent conflicts.

The service at Repton is arranged jointly by the Royal British Legion, the United Reformed Church and St Wystan's Church.

The Parade, including the Scout and Guide movements, will form up outside the Royal British Legion Club at 10.30 am and process to St Wystan's Church at 10.35.

The service will take place inside the church, starting at 10.50, so that the Act of Remembrance can take place at 11. Please come straight in. A collection is taken at the service, with 60% going to the British Legion Poppy Appeal, the rest to the United Reformed Church and St Wystan's Church. After the service, wreaths will be laid at the War Memorial by Brigadier Edward Wilkinson, Deputy Lieutenant of Derbyshire, by a representative of South Derbyshire District Council, the President of the Repton Royal British Legion, the Chairman of Repton Parish Council, and children from Repton Primary and St Wystan's Schools. After the ceremony, the parade will process back to the Legion Club where a buffet will be provided.

Newton Solney

The Service of Remembrance at St Mary's Church begins at 10.30 am. A wreath will be laid at the Village Memorial in the church baptistry.

Foremark

The Roll of Honour will be read during the evening service, which starts at 6.30 pm.

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Remembrance Day, Tuesday 11th November

There will be a short Act of Witness at the War Memorial by St Wystan's lychgate. Prayers will be said just before the 2 minute silence at 11 am. Do join us as we mark this special moment with the rest of the nation.

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Advent Sunday, 29th November

As it is Advent Sunday, we will not be joining together as we normally would on a 'fifth Sunday', but will follow a fairly normal pattern. In the morning there will be Communion at Repton at 8 am and 9.45, and at Newton Solney a Christingle Service at 10.

The evening service at Repton is earlier than usual at 6 pm allowing you to go on afterwards to the MusSoc concert in Pears School. It is an Advent Candlelight Service, a service of candlelight and soft illuminations, as we begin the reflective season of Advent preparing for the great celebration of the birth of Christ on earth.

At Foremark the school invites you to join them for a Christingle Service at 6.30 pm.

There is no service of Prayer for Christian Healing in November.

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Groups

Intercessory Prayer for Healing meets at 3 Richmond Court at 7.30 pm on Monday 2nd November.

The Bible Study Group studying the Acts of the Apostles will meet on Thursdays 5th and 19th November at 7.30 pm at 28 The Pastures. Please see Stephen Longden if you are interested in joining.

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Ride & Stride

Half of the money raised by this event goes to the Derbyshire Churches and Chapels Preservation Trust, half is returned to the sponsored person's nominated church. this year's cyclists, three for St Mary's and three for St Wystan's, raised between them a total of £685. Warm thanks to all the riders, their sponsors and to those in church on the day to welcome visitors.

St Wystan's Church Sunday Club for 4 - 11 year olds 9.45 am at St Wystan's Church - EVERY Sunday EXCEPT the 1st Sunday of the month when we all 'Worship Together' Join us for Bible stories, craft & games. All are most welcome! Ring Jane Griffiths for more details: 01283 559390

Soup, Cheese and Chat! Wednesday 4th November from 12.30 to 1.30 pm in St Wystan's Church £4.   Homemade soup, bread and cheese followed by coffee.   And a chat! Everyone welcome. Do come!

Repton School Concerts Society Amy Green, classical saxophonist, Christine Zerafa, piano Wednesday 4th November at 7.45 pm in The Robert Beldam Hall During her studies at the Royal College of Music and the Paris Conservatoire, Amy Green won the Melber Saxophone Competition and was awarded the Tagore Gold Medal. Her recent performances include recitals at the Royal Festival Hall, the Royal Albert Hall and the Cadogan Hall. She is joined tonight by the Maltese pianist Christine Zerafa who has appeared at many prestigious venues and won several awards. Christine is currently studying at the Royal Academy of Music. Their programme includes works by Debussy, Schumann and Ravel. Tickets for this concert are £13.50 and £10.50 (concessions). Season tickets are still available at £75. For further information or tickets contact 56 Askew Grove, Repton, DE65 6GR. 01283 702550.

Children's Nearly New Sale Saturday 7th November, 10 am - 12 noon at Repton Village Hall Including Children's Clothes, Toys, Books, Nursery Equipment and Maternity Wear Entrance 50p, children free. Refreshments on sale. Hosted by Repton Primary School PTA to raise funds for equipment at the school

Repton Village and School Sale of Work and Fun Day Saturday 7th 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, Paint Balling, Coconut Shy, Lucky Dip, Apple Bobbing and Ducking Stall. Refreshments Teas, Cakes, Pancakes, Candy Floss, Cookies, Hot Dogs, Toffee Apples, BBQ, Soft Drinks. A Large Number of Excellent Prizes to be won

Christmas Mini-Market Saturday 14th November, 10.30 am - noon at the URC Coffee and Mince Pies Home-Made Cakes and Preserves, Christmas Cards, Wrapping Paper, lots of goodies for you to treat yourselves,Tombola, Raffle and Games All proceeds to the United Reformed Church

Live and Local Blair Dunlop in Concert Milton Village Hall, Saturday 14th November at 8 pm Winner of the Horizon Award at the 2013 Radio 2 Folk Awards, songwriter and guitarist, Blair Dunlop, performs an intimate and entertaining set featuring popular folk songs alongside his own critically acclaimed material. A rising star of the British folk scene; catch him on your doorstep while you can! Doors open at 7.30 : Bar available Tickets £12 from 01283 703075, The Swan Inn, or on miltonmatters.org.uk In support of Milton village hall

St Wystan's School Repton Christmas Craft & Gift Fair Sunday 15th November, 12 till 3 pm We are opening our school for an afternoon of Christmas cheer with a unique collection of stalls to browse and find those special Christmas gifts. Free admission

Repton School Concerts Society Martin Roscoe, piano Wednesday 18th November at 7.45 pm in The Robert Beldam Hall With an extraordinary career spanning over four decades, Martin Roscoe is one of the UK's best loved pianists. He is equally at home in concerto, recital and chamber performances. Having had over 500 broadcasts, including seven BBC Prom appearances, Martin is one of the most regularly played pianists on Radio 3. His programme includes works by Beethoven, Schumann, Chopin and Fauré. Tickets for this concert are £13.50 and £10.50 (concessions). Season tickets are still available at £75. For further information or tickets contact 56 Askew Grove, Repton, DE65 6GR. 01283 702550.

Books, Browse and Coffee Wednesday 18th November, 11 am in St Wystan's Church and every 3rd Wednesday in the month Also at the first Wednesday 'Soup, Cheese and Chat' Join us for coffee, a chat, and a chance to swap or buy books Coffee and biscuits £1.50 with free refills Books: swaps and loans free, otherwise 50p

Milton Lunch Club Thursday 19th November, 12.30 pm in Milton Village Hall.   £5. Cottage Pie followed by Chocolate Pudding. Contact Lynn, 704540, Sue, 701978, or Polly, 703436 Everyone welcome wherever you live! If you need transport, let us know

St Saviour's Christmas Bazaar Saturday 21st November, 10 am - noon Milton Village Hall Entry £2 includes Tea / Coffee and Mince Pie Gift and Cake Stalls : Raffle : Tombola Proceeds to St Saviour's Church, Foremark

Please join us for a Coffee Morning in Newton Solney Newton Solney Village Hall Saturday 21st November, 10.30 - 12.30 in aid of Leukaemia Research

Repton Churches Together Christmas Charity Market Saturday 21st November, 2 - 4 pm, in Repton Village Hall Gifts, Cards, Cakes, Refreshments, Raffle Music by Repton Primary and St Wystan's Schools Tradecraft - Tearfund - Vianney Orphanage Zambia Amnesty International - Padley Centre Main profits will go to Rainbows Children's Hospice

Messy Church Fun activities,craft and games,celebration and Sunday tea for children and adults, anyone, any age St Wystan's Church, Sunday 22nd November, 4 to 5.30 pm To find out more, contact Ruth Attwood on 702804 or . Everyone is welcome!

St Wystan's Church Repton Concert with Soup & Sweet A concert by pupils from Foremarke School followed by a home-made soup and a sweet lunch Friday 27th November at 12 noon Produce Stall : Cakes : Books : Tombola Tickets £5 from Carol Lloyd, 702410, Richard Finch, 701245, Virginia Davis, 702762 This is always a lovely event, and all are welcome

Repton School Music Society directed by John Bowley Handel's Messiah Nicki Kennedy, soprano   Leigh Woolf, mezzo-soprano Andrew Kennedy, tenor   Edward Grint, bass-baritone Sunday 29th November at 7.45 pm in Pears School, Repton School Tickets £13, programmes £2, from Repton School Lodge, just inside the Arch, or Rosie Carpenter on 01283 702370 or at rehearsals

Repton Village Hall Appeal Repton Ghost Walks Friday 4th December at 7.15 pm A light hearted introduction to Sad, Bad and Good Ghosts of Repton and surrounding area, with mince pies and warming refreshments Please call ahead on 01283 703828 (9am - 5pm) to book your tickets Adults £20 (not suitable for children)

Friday 4th - Sunday 6th December Repton Christmas Tree Festival "Carols and Christmas Songs" in St Wystan's Church Friday and Saturday, 11 am - 6 pm; Sunday, 1 - 6 pm   Saturday at 2.45 pm Novice Musicians perform   Saturday at 4 pm A Christmas Story   Sunday at 3.15 pm Christmas Music with the Derventio Quartet   Sunday at 4.30 pm A Christmas Story Entry £2 (children free) Refreshments and Craft stall In aid of St Wystan's Church & Repton Village Hall Appeal

Repton Village Hall Appeal

Results of the summer quiz: 128 quiz sheets were sold and 11 correct entries went into the draw. Congratulations to the winners, Pauline and Robert Little; second was Martin Howson and third Robert Dixon.

On Saturday 31st October from 5.30 to 7.30 pm there will be a Children's Halloween Party in the village hall for children up to 11. Join in the Halloween games and treasure hunt, and enter the best fancy dress competition. Hot dogs, tricky treats and refreshments are available. The cost of £5 per child includes a hot dog and squash. For details see the ad above.

The two Repton Ghost Walks, at 7.15 pm on Friday 30th October and Friday 4th December are for adults only. Tickets cost £20 including mince pies and warming refreshments. These walks are very popular, so buy your ticket early and make sure of a place. Call 01283 703828 between 9 am and 5 pm.

Looking forward to 2016

We are currently planning events for next year and are always looking for fresh ideas. We would also really like to hear from anyone who would be willing to help us or to organise an event. Please ring Adrian, 01283 538222, or Carol, 01283 702410.

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Neighbourhood Development Plan for the Parish of Repton

Responses are coming in to the questionnaires we delivered with the October Parish Magazine. We have received over 200 to date – and had to install a bigger box in Repton Post Office! But we still need far more to be returned. If you have lost yours or not had enough copies for your family, you can collect them from the Post Office, Mulberry Beauty Salon, Redshaws Butchers, or The Swan Inn at Milton, or alternatively go online to reptonvillage.org.uk.

You have until 7th November, still time to complete it and help to formulate a future vision for Milton and Repton.

In mid-October we held our first drop-in session, and as I write there are two more to come. It was good to see so many people coming throughout the afternoon. There was a lot of positive interaction and interest, and the questions and reaction were very encouraging.

In November the questionnaires will be analysed and a draft Neighbourhood Development Plan produced. We hope it will be available in January or February to get feedback.

Parish involvement is essential. Please take part, and do complete your questionnaire.

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A Refugee's Story

The Musa Daghians

Having made a big contribution to the life of the village over very many years, Lucine McLean is a much loved member of our community. Her family history throws a revealing sidelight on the current refugee crisis.
Between 1915 and 1918 two million Armenians living in Ottoman Turkey were driven from their historic homeland by forced deportation and massacres. Regarded widely as genocide, these events cost up to 1.5 million men, women and children their lives.

My mother, Manushag, was born in 1902 in the Armenian village of Yoghunoloukh on the foothills of mount Musa Dagh (Mountain of Moses) on the Mediterranean coast in today's border between Turkey and Syria. The villagers had heard reports of what was happening to Armenians in other towns and villages: the Turkish government issued deportation orders, and travellers brought news of atrocities against the defenceless deportees. My mother was thirteen when her family, along with some 4,300 inhabitants of the six Armenian villages of Musa Dagh, decided to ignore the deportation orders, resist the Turkish troops, climb the mountain and defend themselves.

Our grandfather had gone to the town of Antioch that day and his father, Hagop, took charge of the family. They loaded the animals with all the supplies they could carry including basic cooking utensils, mounted the children on the horse and started the trek up the mountain in the dead of night. Apart from the extended family of aunts and uncles, the immediate family comprised my grandmother, Isguhi, and her five children. At 13, Manushag was the eldest, followed by Vartuhi, Diruhi, their brother, Garabed, who was around 3 years old, and the infant Elisa. For 53 days they survived on the mountain under shelters built from branches and leaves, whilst the young men fought off the pursuing Turkish forces until finally they were rescued by French and British warships.

Towards the end of the fighting on Musa Dagh, the people were descending towards the sea whilst the pursuing Turkish soldiers were shouting and screaming abuse. Aunt Vartuhi was carrying her baby sister, Elisa, on her back, and had gone ahead with the help of others. My grandmother was carrying Garabed and had fallen behind the rest of the family. The Turks often slaughtered male children in front of the mother, and she was so desperate in what must have seemed to her a hopeless situation that she dropped her son down the hillside so that the pursuing Turks could not have him. Family members further down the track saw what was happening and rushed to save him. Fortunately Garabed had been caught up in bushes by his clothes; as he struggled, he fell and was caught, unhurt, in the outstretched skirts of his two aunts waiting below.

The rescuing warships took the exhausted but jubilant Musa Daghians to Port Said in Egypt where they lived as refugees under tents for four years. Manushag and her sisters learned the art of Armenian lace in the refugee camp. During this time, my great grandfather passed away and two baby brothers were born there but did not survive. After four years at the refugee camps in Port Said in Egypt, the Musa Dagh Armenians were allowed to return to their homeland in the newly formed Syria, but in 1939 they abandoned their villages for a second and final time when Turkey annexed the region. Many of them were resettled in Lebanon, in the village of Anjar. Today's town of Anjar is divided into six districts, each commemorating one of the villages of Musa Dagh.

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Repton Village & History

Repton Sale of Work & Fun Day
Saturday 7th November from 2.15 pm

We do look forward to welcoming you once again this year at this event which takes place in the grounds and halls of Repton School. You can buy great items, have lots of fun, and help raise a significant sum for charity. There will be:

• 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, paint balling, coconut shy, lucky dip, apple bobbing and ducking stall.
• Refreshments: teas, cakes, pancakes, candy floss, cookies, hot dogs, toffee apples, BBQ and soft drinks.
• A large number of excellent prizes to be won

Help is always very useful and anyone who is willing to be involved on the day should contact me or any stallholder beforehand.

These stalls would still welcome any further donations

Bottles and Jars; Cakes and Toys; Chocolate Tombola For Bottles and Jars, please contact Frances Wimbush on 703180. Otherwise, please contact me, drop things in at the Lodge (to your right as you go through the Arch), or drop them at Pears' School on Friday afternoon or Saturday morning.

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Repton Rags, 6th and 20th November

On the 20th we will be meeting at Betty's Farm; more details nearer the time, but we have a fun filled two hours booked for that evening.

In December we will meet on the 4th and 18th. On the 4th we have Dave coming back to us, to share his survival skills and tips.

December 18th will be the last time that RAGS will run under its current leadership. We have yet to finalise our plans for the night, but hope to involve everyone who has helped out over the last three years - along with the children, of course - and to celebrate in true RAGS style: Relax. Activities. Games. Sports.

Repton Rags Boys & girls aged 7 to 14 Fun and games, indoors and out, and plenty of time to chat with your friends Fridays 6th and 20th November 6.30 to 8 pm at the Den      £1 a head More info from Julie Groom, 07974 998 852 or . Come along and have fun!

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Calling all budding musicians!   Carols on the Green

Once again we will be performing Carols on the Green in the run-up to Christmas. The date depends on you! If you would like to play an instrument, please get in touch for a copy of the music. So far we have flutes, violins, trumpets, saxophones and clarinets in the band, but any instrument is welcome. We will have a couple of rehearsals in December at times to suit everyone. Watch this space for the date and time if you would like to come and join in singing on the night.

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Repton Scouts DIY

During October Scouts worked hard to spruce up the Den. They did various long awaited repairs, some decorating and even painted new lines on the floor – no excuse for not standing in straight lines now! This was all part of the DIY badge, and in November they will be working towards their Circus Skills badge. There are four sessions finishing with a performance of their newly learnt juggling, diablo, unicycling, mini bikes, stilt walking and numerous other circus skills.

For more information about Scouts, please contact , 07989 990119.

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Repton Casuals Fixtures at Broomhills Lane
		Team	Opponents
1st	2.00 pm	Repton Casuals U15	Woodville Rangers White
8th	10.30 am	Repton Casuals Youth	Heather St Johns
22nd	10.30 am	Repton Casuals Youth	Anglesey Swifts
29th	2.00 pm	Repton Casuals U15	Belvedere Park Juniors Blue

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Soup and Sweet   St Wystan's Church, Friday 27th November at noon

This annual concert by pupils of Foremarke Hall School is always greatly enjoyed. The music is excellent, with soloists, instrumental groups and choral singing, and there is a lunch of home-made soup and a sweet to follow. For tickets at £5 contact , 702410.

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A Midsummer Night's Dream
19th - 21st November at 7.30 pm in the 400 Hall

In anticipation of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death next year, a large cast of talented Repton School pupils, directed by Guy Levesley, presents a hilarious, lively and fast-moving production of his most popular comedy, the nation's favourite, in the 400 Hall. With a breath-taking woodland set created by Milton garden designers Carl and Mandy Avery, the show promises to be a final, memorable, ray of midsummer moonshine!

For tickets, which are free, or call 01283 559343, from 1st November.

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Healthy Activity Day ~ Repton Village Hall Appeal

Is your New Year Resolution likely to involve getting fitter, improving your lifestyle, losing weight, enjoying exercise? Then note the date in your diary, Sunday 3rd January, and join in with one (or two!) of the activities at our Healthy Activity Day in Repton Village Hall. A programme of hourly activities will include Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Tai Chi and Line Dancing, interspersed with half hourly breaks when you can recarb with healthy snacks and drinks, have a Body MOT and start the New Year as you mean to go on!

Tickets will be on sale around the village very soon. Numbers will be limited, though, so be ready. All proceeds will go towards Repton Village Hall Redevelopment Fund.

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WW1 Battlefield Tour    Open to ALL

On the 1st July 1916, the first day of the Battle of the Somme, the British Expeditionary Force suffered 58,000 casualties, a third of them killed. It was the worst day in the history of the British Army.

Next July, to commemorate the 100th anniversary, Repton branch of The Royal British Legion is organizing a World War 1 Battlefield tour. It is open to everyone.

There are two tours on offer, a 4 day and a 5 day tour. The 4 day tour omits the visit to Arras and Vimy Ridge.

Travel		Executive coach with reclining seats, tea and coffee making facilities, air conditioning and on board toilet.
Channel Crossing		Folkestone - Calais return.
Accommodation		B&B 3 star hotel accommodation in a twin or double room. Single room supplement approximately £70.
Meals		Sandwich lunches provided on 2 of the days. Evening meals are not provided.
Insurance		available at an additional cost, dependent upon age.
Itinerary	Day 1	Travel to Belgium/Nothern France
	Day 2	Visit Ypres and Passchendaele
	Day 3	Visit Arras and Vimy Ridge (omitted in 4 day tour)
	Day 4	Visit the Somme
	Day 5	Return home

The cost depends on the number of passengers. Based on a minimum of 20 passengers, the 4 day tour will cost approximately £400. A 5 day tour with similar numbers will cost approximately £500. The services of a specialist battlefield guide are included. A deposit of £100 is required to confirm the booking. First come, first served!

For details, contact John McGahan on 01283 703182.

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Congratulations

. . . to Dave Jacobs and Bob Errington who have been recognized by SDDC for 25 years of dedication to young footballers. When they joined Repton Casuals in 1990, the club had just three teams, one of them senior. With their help the club has grown in size and stature, and today boasts a turnover of £16,000, all of which is re-invested, and 12 sides playing in the Burton and District Football League.

With close friends, parents and hundreds of children looking on, they were presented with plaques to mark their service by SDDC Chairman, Cllr Neil Atkin.

Congratulations also to Repton gymnast Caitlin Williams, one of thirteen young sports stars in South Derbyshire to win financial backing from the ICON bursary programme, set up by Derbyshire Sport as part of the work to create a lasting legacy in Derbyshire from the London 2012 Games.

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Repton Village History Group

On Tuesday 17th November, Richard Stone will pay us another visit, speaking on 'Folk Tales and Festivities'. Richard is a well known local speaker with an interest in historical matters. It will be interesting to see if his talk offers any insights into the reasoning behind the carved wooden grotesques recently photographed in the roof of St Wystan's Church. All are welcome to our meetings which start at 7.30 pm in Repton village hall - members £2, visitors £3 including refreshments. For further information contact Andy Austen on 01283 702448 or .

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HOSTuk

. . . is a charity which arranges for young adult international students studying here to spend a day, weekend or Christmas in a British home. It's a really wonderful experience, and a great way to learn about different countries and cultures while promoting international friendship and understanding. If you would like to find out more or be put in touch with your local organiser, please visit hostuk.org, or call 020 7739 6292. If you would like to ask about it locally, call Ruth Attwood on 702804.

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Even better!

A very big 'thank you' to all who helped to make my coffee morning such a great success, raising £1,151 for MacMillan Cancer Relief. And a very special 'thank you' to Mary, Lil, Gwen, Sheena, Richard, Janet, Jan, Ross, Lesley, Ralph and Rachel - thank you to you all!

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Thank you! Monsom Lane Yard Sale

As a result of the Yard Sale in August, £500 was raised for the Repton & District Royal British Legion. The committee is very grateful to everyone who donated items towards the sale and to those who assisted on the day. The money has been credited to the Legion fabric fund to help pay for the ongoing alterations and installation of disabled toilet facilities. Thank you all!

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Repton W.I.

At the Annual Meeting of Repton W.I., a new committee was elected. Jan Roberts was re-elected President with Lynne Skeith as Secretary and Lynda Errington as Treasurer. Several new members were welcomed onto the committee and retiring members Denise and Linda, were thanked for their contribution to the successful running of the meetings.

Joan reported on the Autumn Council meeting where the main speaker was Julie Summers of Jambusters fame. Jenny then invited us to a tea party at her house in aid of ACWW (Associated Country Women of the World). The money raised goes to improve the living standards of women in Third World countries through various water projects and money raising activities to help support their families.

We also heard of the success of recent history walks. Organised by Andy Austen of the Village History Group, with teas served by W.I. members, they raised a magnificent £848 for the Village Hall Appeal.

After the business of the meeting, we enjoyed supper prepared by the committee. Now we look forward to an evening meal in November and a December lunch at the Mulberry Restaurant in Burton.

Next month's meeting is on Tuesday 10th November at 7.15 pm when the speaker is Pearl Mulholland with her Hands-on Crafts. Visitors and new members are always welcome to join us in the village hall.

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Repton Village Society
Thursday 5th November: Members' Social Evening

In 'Some weddings we have known', Pat Court and Rev'd Stanley Morris will recall some of the many marriages they have conducted, and the music chosen - all in the best possible taste, of course. During the evening the audience will be asked to judge the 2015 photographic competition entries, and the results will be announced. Wine and cheese will be available to help the decision making process!

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Mobile Library
Tuesday 10th November: Repton village hall, 10.15-11.30 : The Square, 11.35-1

The library has a four-weekly timetable; its next visit will be on 8th December. To contact the base at Long Eaton, ring 01629 531398; for the van, call 0780 904 4405.

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What it's like to be a Cub Leader ~ Could it be you?

Repton Scouts has 62 members aged between 6 and 14, including 14 Beavers, 24 Cubs, and 24 Scouts, both girls and boys. It's a great way for children to have fun, make friends, get outdoors, express their creativity and experience the wider world. We have a lot of children on the waiting lists and it would be fantastic if we could get more leaders to enable them all to join.

This month we introduce Jez, our Cub leader, who really needs an assistant.

Typically I arrive much like any other leader, in a rush from feeding the children, but aim to arrive 15 minutes early to unlock and set things up.

So what's the plan for a typical night? As a bit of a traditionalist I like to start every meeting with a formal flag break, but we might run a simple game first to keep Cubs occupied while we wait for the rest to arrive. Then we're into a game followed by the main activity, a break for a drink and another game, time permitting, which brings us to the closing ceremony - time absolutely flies. Sticking with tradition we do the grand howl and lower the flag.

That is typical, but the content varies hugely. What makes or breaks a pack is the programme. Sometimes it's planned well in advance, sometimes it materializes just in time, but it's all about getting a balance. I try to mix games nights, off-site activities, visitors and badge work, but in all of these we try to have fun. If the Cubs aren't having fun, then neither am I, because they are very quick and very honest with their feedback. Knots for example are traditionally a difficult topic, but we might do chair chariot races or marshmallow catapults to liven things up. You don't have to know knots to be a cub leader, you learn as you go along. In fact I got a knot wrong in my first session, and the next week a cub brought a book in for me!

The bulk of the activities come down to working through the badges. The cubs love and are eager to complete them. Cubs are generally either very excited, very tired, or frustrated in some way - or all three at the same time! Without discipline it will unravel, so it does help if you have a shouty voice when needed and are willing to give out red cards for infringements. Some nights it is a clean sheet, and some nights it isn't.

Admin is not a big drain, things like research into or organizing activities. Typically you might spend a few hours a week, but things like cub camp take a lot, lot more. If you need bits and pieces, then many companies have made donations over the years if you're cheeky enough to ask, but there is always money to buy what we need.

We are part of the South Derbyshire district, which supports us with district meetings and training sessions. I tend not to make it to most, as I prefer to commit weekend time to family, but the important mandatory training is not a burden in any way, and there are many more opportunities for leaders if they want to take them.

While it is obviously a bit of effort, the rewards are there. I have many great memories and have only scratched the surface of what scouting can offer. If you are interested in joining us and/or have any questions please do get in touch by email, or feel free to join any of our group meetings at the Den. The dark nights are coming; wouldn't it be good to get out for an hour of two and have some fun? .

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Repton Parish Council

Repton Neighbourhood Development Plan: The plan is progressing well and we have received very useful feedback from drop-ins. Now we would strongly encourage you to complete the questionnaires enclosed with last month's Parish Magazine; we really do need to hear your individual views. All of this will help to draft a plan which reflects the views of the community as a whole. For further information and contact details, please see the article above.

Dog Fouling: Local residents have reported an increase in dog fouling around the village and in particular close to the Primary School and Matthew's Jitty. The work formerly done by SDDC Dog Warden is now done by SDDC Safer Neighbourhood Wardens. Signs around the village remind you that it is illegal to fail to clear up after your dog if it fouls any land which is 'open to the air' and to which the public has access. The penalty can be an on the spot fine or prosecution. We ask all local dog owners to abide by the regulations. Should you wish to report any incident, please contact SDDC on 01283 595795 or email environmental.health@south-derbys.gov.uk.

Repton Cross: The Parish Council is continuing its attempts to secure funding for the restoration of Repton Cross. English Heritage, whilst acknowledging that the cracks may indicate movement or settlement of the stones, is not able to grant funds. We have also been advised that an application to Historic England would not be successful as they only have funds available for assets considered to require more urgent work. The Parish Council will now approach our local M.P., Heather Wheeler, for advice and assistance.

Next meeting: Monday 9th November in The Community Room, Fisher Close, Repton at 7.30 pm. All are welcome.

Parish Council Office, 40 High Street, t: 01283 701309,

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Milton & Foremark Village Matters

Milton Village Hall

In October our Harvest Supper was sold out, and a delicious supper was followed by a very special brand of entertainment from Harmony Plus. Milton's own inimitable live scarecrow was an impressive sight, and presented the children with a small gift for the pictures and scarecrows they had made. Well done to all the children for their amazing creations and to our scarecrow for her magnificent costume.

After a supper of ham with jacket potatoes and all the trimmings, followed by a dessert of Polly's famous apple pie, Harmony Plus were welcomed onto the stage. Excellent music and singing was interspersed with more theatrical, 'risqué' pieces, all skilfully performed, with the music being appreciated and the comedy giving rise to a great deal of laughter. Their rendition of 'Let's do it!' will be long remembered.

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OUR Neighbourhood Plan

Guests at the harvest Supper were reminded during of the importance and aims of the Neighbourhood Plan, and the benefits of completing the questionnaire to ensure that their views were recorded. Additional forms were given out to those households who had only received a single form but where other household members wanted to be part of the consultation.

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Live and Local in Milton
Saturday 14th November

Milton Village Hall is proud to welcome the award-winning British singer, songwriter and guitarist, Blair Dunlop. Winner of the Horizon Award at the 2013 Radio 2 Folk Awards, Blair Dunlop was described as 'fluent, lamentatory and accomplished' by the Independent on Sunday, and 'an increasingly adventurous songwriter' by The Guardian. For details and tickets see the ad above.

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Milton W.I.

In early October our Centenary celebration meal at The Jinny in Rolleston was very enjoyable; many thanks to Eve Smith for organising it. Unfortunately, the Parish Magazine deadline came too early to report on our regular meeting and AGM.

A reminder that our Christmas meeting on Wednesday 16th December is at The Swan in Milton and starts earlier than usual at 7 pm, followed at 8 by a festive meal.

Next meeting: Wednesday 18th November at 7.30 pm in Milton village hall. Rod Pearson will talk about the history of William Hesketh Lever who set up Port Sunlight soap factory on the Wirral. New members and guests are always welcome.

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Newton Solney Village Matters

Newton Solney Big Banger Bash

Not only was this event most enjoyable but it also proved very successful, raising over £500 towards a new church notice-board. Many thanks to the catering team, to the pianist, Brian Hazelby, for his lively performance and for encouraging enthusiastic audience participation, and especially to Roger Kerry for his generous contribution to the planning and promotion of a memorable evening.

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Newton Solney C of E Infant School

Community Collective Worship for parents, carers and local residents is held on the first Thursday of the month at 9.15 am. Do join us in the school hall on 5th November. Further dates for your diary are 3rd December, 7th January and 4th February.

Christmas Fair, Saturday 28th November, 12 to 2 pm Please come and join us at the school for our Christmas Fair, organised by the Friends of Newton Solney School (FoNSS). There will be stalls, refreshments and fun. You will all be very welcome.

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Newton Solney Parish Council News

The Bonfire Night and Firework Display will take place on Saturday 7th November. As in previous years, suitable items may be put on the bonfire beforehand. Please come along on the night!

Next Meeting: Friday 13th November at 7.30 pm in the village hall. All are welcome.

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Newton Solney Tuesday Club

Our trip in September was to Chesterfield. The weather was lovely and our driver took a beautiful route through Derbyshire. Apart from the shops and market, many people spent time in the Parish Church, more commonly known as 'the Crooked Spire'. It dates back to the 12th century and there is much to see and admire. It was a very pleasant trip; the only shame was that we had empty seats on the coach!

Tuesday, 3rd November: 2.30 pm in Newton Solney village hall

A business meeting followed by a talk by Colin Bagshaw (subject still to be decided).

Tuesday, 17th November: A trip to Trentham

We leave the Unicorn Inn at 9.30 with the usual pick-ups en route, and return to Newton by about 3 pm. Cost £10. There are some places available on the coach.

Should you want to know more about Newton Solney Tuesday Club, or to join in any of our trips and visits, please contact our Secretary, Jane, on 01283 564520.

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Newton Solney W.I.

As the booked speaker was unable to attend, President Vanessa Archer organised two quizzes at the October meeting, one with a W.I. theme and another relating to puddings! Members enjoyed testing their knowledge, and learned something too.

There are several events coming up before Christmas, a Pies, Peas and Puds lunch, a Birthday meal and a shopping trip to Solihull, not forgetting a Whist Drive on Tuesday 24th November at 7 pm in the village hall.

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 10th November at 7.30 pm, the AGM followed by a fish and chip supper. Flowers for the evening will be provided by Pam Haines; tea / wine hostesses will be Joy Holdcroft and Sheila Hornsby.

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You and your Pet

Raw Food - What you need to know

This may be a controversial subject, but having spent time recently with one of the top vet experts in the country, I feel it really important to share what he had to say about raw food diets, which are becoming increasingly popular.

The main concern is how the diet will impact on human health. If you feed a pet raw food, it is not only more susceptible to bacterial infections, but these organisms persist in the dog's mouth and are shed in its faeces. This is an immense risk when you consider that dogs and cats lick themselves and thus spread the bacteria all over their bodies and onto our hands, faces and even kitchen surfaces.

Think also of the dirty bowl. As soon as you feed, the bowl has been contaminated. Even after it has been through a hot dishwasher cycle the bacteria will persist. Nor are they killed by freezing; they are survivors.

Bacteria are also capable of evolving, which presents another problem. Raw dog food is not always human grade food. It may have come from a sick cow treated with antibiotics. Resistant bacteria have been shown to be present in raw-fed dogs, causing deep concern for human health and antibiotic usage. It may sound extreme, but many veterinary hospitals now have to isolate pets fed raw diets, due to the risk of their shedding resistant bacteria.

Dogs are not wolves: the domestic dog is the result of hundreds of years of breeding and its requirements are totally different. A good quality, balanced, complete diet is what they need. Interestingly, before wolves were pushed out of habitats by human activity, they also fed on bark and berries.

Raw-feeding poses a huge risk to children, those who are on chemotherapy, and those suffering from AIDS. If you feed raw make sure you not only wash bowls after feeding, but bleach them as well.

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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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Gardening Notes

Towards the middle of the month we are likely to have a really severe frost to blacken the foliage of dahlias and turn anything tender to mush. However, you can keep tender perennials flowering for longer by moving them into a cold greenhouse. I find that many dahlias, marginally hardy salvias and fuchsias will also survive well outside if they are placed in a well drained spot and covered in a thick mulch. This could be leaf mould, compost, composted bark or even wood chippings. It is important to mark the plants as they will disappear completely. I value these late flowering, almost tender perennials for their vibrant colours and sheer exuberance, but they won't all survive from year to year.

If greenhouses are empty now, choose a dry day to clean them. Switch off the electricity supply and open the doors and windows to give good ventilation. As a disinfectant, Jeyes fluid is ideal. Clean the glass to allow more light, and remove all moss and algae. Insulating with bubble wrap will reduce heat loss.

For plants under glass, low humidity is important in winter; water early in the morning and ventilate when possible.

Gather up leaves, especially those on paths and lawns. Use deciduous leaves to make leaf mould, allowing a couple of years to rot down. Use it where in the past you would have used peat. It is especially good for woodland plants such as trilliums and arisaemas. Be careful to keep it away from stems and root crowns that may rot if the mulch stays wet; this is especially true of acer leaves.

Cut back and divide perennials except for grasses and more tender perennials such as kniphofia. You can leave any stalks and leaves on the ground as a mulch, provided you cut them up a bit.

If you have spare compost this is a good time to apply it to beds as the worms will incorporate it into the soil.

November is also a good time to take root cuttings. Plants with bootlace roots are easily propagated. Suitable plants include verbascum, eryngium, Japanese anemones and poppies; these are often the plants that are hard to divide and transplant. Select young, vigorous, pencil thick roots and cut them off close to the crown with a sharp knife or secateurs. Cut each root into 5 - 10 cm lengths, making a horizontal cut at the upper end and an angled cut at the lower end. Fill pots with cuttings compost, such as equal parts of peat substitute and gritty sand or perlite, and insert the cuttings about 4 cm apart so that the horizontal cut surface at the top of the root is just below the surface of the compost. Top dress with a 1 cm layer of grit, water the compost lightly and place the pots in a cold frame. Next spring, pot the cuttings up individually when they show signs of growth and are well rooted. Grow them on and plant out the following year.