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The Parish Magazine Repton, Foremark, Milton, Ingleby, Newton Solney
October 2016

East and West 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 8th October Shell (for children aged 7+) Christmas Mini Market: Saturday 12th November Baptisms, Marriages, Funerals and Burial of Ashes Baptisms Theo James Van Dijk Charlie Flynn Smith Benjamin Samuel Thompson Marriages Benjamin Peach and Jessica Paling Robert James Smith and Laura Louise Simpson Richard Whinder of Plaistow and Victoria Robins of Bretby Lane, Bretby Funerals and Burial of Ashes Colin Pett The Memorial Book Repton Benefice Annual Service of Commemoration Messy Church Housegroups St Wystan's News Harvest Festival, Sunday 9th October Sunday Club for 4 - 11 year olds Local Diary Event Details Coffee Morning, Saturday 1st October Melbourne Male Voice Choir, Saturday 1st October Soup, Cheese and Chat! Wednesday 5th October Milton Harvest Supper, Friday 7th October Family Barn Dance, Saturday 8th October St Wystan's Church Harvest Lunch, Sunday 9th October Liath Hollins plays the Harp, Friday 14th October Books, Browse and Coffee, Wednesday 16th October Milton Lunch Club, Thursday 20th October Wine Tasting with Jamie Kerry, Saturday 22nd October Children's Halloween Party, Saturday 29th October Messy Church, Sunday 30th October Repton School Concert: Michael Petrov & Erdem Misirlioglu, Wednesday 2nd November Repton Village and School Sale of Work and Fun Day, Saturday 5th November Milton Bonfire and Fireworks, Saturday 5th November Newton Solney Coffee Morning, Saturday 19th November The Great War Commemorated 100 years ago, the Vicar wrote . . . After a year, sad news Repton Village Hall Appeal The 100 Club Wine Tasting, Saturday 22nd October Repton Village and History Repton Rags ~ How about Friday 28th October? Repton Casuals Fixtures at Broomhills Lane St Wystan's Harvest Lunch, Sunday 9th October A Fun Night Out, Saturday 12th November Mobile Library, Tuesday 18th October A Creative Challenge for Scouts Repton Village Party 2017 Dogs and Churchyards Repton Village Society Bottles, Jars and Cakes Repton W.I. ngs Open Gardens Repton Village History Group Repton Village Show 2016 Repton Parish Council Milton & Foremark Village Matters Milton W.I. Milton Village Hall Newton Solney Village Matters Newton Solney C of E Infant School Newton Solney C of E Infant School Open Morning, Thursday 10th November Newton Solney Tuesday Club Newton Solney W.I. Newton Solney Parish Council News Willington Surgery Seasonal Influenza Vaccines Pneumococcal Vaccine Shingles Vaccine South Derbyshire Army Cadets Get Active in the Forest at Rosliston Forestry Centre You and your Pet Exterminate! Neighbourhood Watch Phone scams Gardening Notes

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East and West

Must Farm in Cambridgeshire is an amazing discovery, a site which had lain under water for thousands of years. It is one of the most important windows ever found into Bronze Age life. Excavations revealed several houses that had been standing on a stilted platform above water when they burned down – the remains of a Bronze Age community showing us what people had in their homes, hastily abandoned when fire broke out.

One of the things that caught my attention was that the things they owned were mostly in the eastern part of the houses. This confirmed what common sense tells us: the doors of Bronze Age houses faced east to catch the light and warmth of the rising sun. The belongings show that the eastern side of the house was where things happened, while in the darker, western half little took place – an east / west divide.

We are used to talking about an east / west divide. Western democracy versus eastern communism was a major element of the Cold War, and the West and East Banks loom large in the Israeli / Palestinian situation. Economically there is huge competition between the 'Western' world of America and Europe and the 'Eastern' world of China and Japan. But the east / west divide is also closer to home. In London we think of the West End theatres, culture and hugely wealthy people, while the East End has been known for crime, immigration, poor housing and ill health stemming from poverty. Historically, this is mirrored in many cities: the east was the industrial end, where the 'lower classes' lived, while the wealthy built homes to the west, upwind from the stench and filth of the industry.

The significance of east / west is not just historical and social, there is also a spiritual element. Abraham moved from the east to establish God's people in their special land. Moses led God's people from west to east, from the darkness of slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land. Wise men came from the east to worship the new born Jesus. Early Christians faced east to pray, believing that would be the direction Christ would return from. We too face east because most traditional churches are aligned east / west. We face the light of the east window, reminding us of the light of God's love for us present in his spirit, and the high altar which reminds us of the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross and the communion that feeds us. Our coffins are placed so that if we sit up we will be facing east, facing that light of Christ, the light of resurrection.

The East window of a church, like the door of a Bronze Age house, lets in the light of the sun. In that light Bronze Age people lived their daily lives. To us that light represents the light of the Son and God's love for us. In that we are called to live our daily lives. May we all do so.

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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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Coffee Morning: Saturday 8th October, 10.30 - 11.30 am

Time to restock with homemade cakes and marmalade, have a go on the tombola, and chat with friends over coffee. Everyone welcome!

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SHELL Group for children and young people aged 7 and over

. . . meets on Mondays 3rd, 10th, and 17th October at 6.30 pm. Activities this month include: 3D Pictures, Making Sausage Rolls and Silly Games. New members are always welcome!

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A date for your diary

Christmas Mini Market: Saturday 12th November, 10.30 am - noon.

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Baptisms

Theo James Van Dijk, son of Abbey and Sebastien Van Dijk of 19 Main Street, Newton Solney, was baptised on Sunday 21st August, at St Mary's Church, Newton Solney.

Charlie Flynn Smith, son of Claire and Jonathan Smith of 6 Martin's Close, Church Gresley, was baptised on Sunday 11th September at St Mary's Church, Newton Solney.

Benjamin Samuel Thompson, son of Alison and Christopher Thompson of 42 Winchester Drive, Burton upon Trent, was baptised on Sunday11th September at St Mary's Church, Newton Solney.

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Marriages

Benjamin Peach and Jessica Paling of Rosemount Road, Burton upon Trent, were married at St Mary's Church on Saturday 10th September.

Robert James Smith and Laura Louise Simpson of 27 Kildrummy Close, Chellaston, were married at St Wystan's Church, Repton on Saturday 17th September.

Richard Whinder of Plaistow and Victoria Robins of Bretby Lane, Bretby, are to be married at St Mary's Church on Saturday 24th September.

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Funerals and Burial of Ashes

Colin Pett died on Friday 5th August at his home at 126 Main Street, Repton. A funeral service at St Wystan's Church, Repton, on 9th September was followed by interment in Repton cemetery.

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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 6th November, 4 pm at St Mary's Church, Newton Solney

The beginning of November is the traditional time for remembrance when the Church remembers All Saints and All Souls, and each year at this time we hold a special service to remember our loved ones, to give thanks and to acknowledge our feelings. This year it will be at St Mary's, and you are most welcome to join us there.

These services touch the heart, whether our bereavement is recent or something we have long borne; feelings of loss can remain with us regardless of the passing years. Invitations will be sent to those recently bereaved but the service is open to everyone. Afterwards you will be most welcome to stay on for a cup of tea and a chat.

If you wish the names of loved ones to be read out at the service, you will find lists to sign up at the back of the churches in the two weeks beforehand, you can add the name as you arrive on the day, or you can contact Rev'ds June Scott or Martin Flowerdew. There will also be an opportunity to light a candle for your loved ones. Do join with us and others in remembering and giving thanks for their lives.

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Messy Church

To avoid the beginning of half term, Messy Church is moving this month from the fourth to the fifth Sunday. It will be on the 30th.

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Housegroups

'An Ordinary day with Jesus' is a scripture-based course which helps us to integrate our faith with our daily lives by inviting Jesus to walk with us through everyday events. At both groups the next meetings are at 7.30 pm on Thursdays 6th and 20th October. Wendy and Stephen Longden's group at 134 Main Street is now full, but please contact either Ruth Attwood on 702804 or Julia Stentoft, 704436, for more details of their group at 28 The Pastures.
Intercessory Prayer for Healing meets at 3 Richmond Court at 7.30 pm on Tuesday 4th October. If you would like us to pray for you or for someone you know, please contact Wendy Longden on 703259.

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St Wystan's News

Harvest Festival, Sunday 9th October

At St Wystan's at 9.45 am there will be a special service for every one of every age, with all the traditional harvest hymns, and a very simple communion. Our collection is for the Padley Centre, If you can't visit to consult the list of their requirements at the back of church, then tinned foodstuffs (in date!) and toiletries will be most welcome!

Volunteers are invited to help decorate on Thursday 6th at 2 pm, and to help distribute gifts and produce on the morning of Monday 10th.

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Sunday Club for 4 - 11 year olds
9.45 am at St Wystan's Church

Sunday Club meets 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.

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Coffee Morning in aid of MacMillan Cancer Support Saturday 1st October, 10 am – noon 9 The Crescent, Repton Stalls, Bric-a-Brac, Books, Raffle, Tombola, Toys Donations, prizes and anything for the above would be greatly appreciated. Phone Sue on 701619, or leave them in the front porch at the above address.

St Wystan's Church, Saturday 1st October at 7 pm Melbourne Male Voice Choir with The Sherwin Singers in a varied programme including traditional male voice items, music from the shows, and individual performances. Tickets £7.50, children free, from Carol Lloyd and Jan Roberts

Soup, Cheese and Chat! Wednesday 5th October from 12.30 to 1.30 pm in St Wystan's Church £4.   Homemade soup, bread, cheese, a chance to borrow books - and chat! Everyone welcome. Do come!

Milton Harvest Supper Friday 7th October at 7 pm in Milton Village Hall Families welcome Tea and coffee included, but please bring your own tipple. Vegetarian meals available, please mention when booking. Tickets £8, under 12s £3 from Sue, 01283 701978, or Polly, 01283 703436

Family Barn Dance with the live music of Bonnyrigg Do come and join in ~ ALL welcome! Saturday 8th October, 7 to 10.30 pm in Repton Village Hall Tickets: £10     Under 14 £5     Family ticket (2+2) £25 from Frances Wimbush Baked Potato Supper included Bar & Raffle

St Wystan's Church Harvest Lunch St Wystan's Church. Sunday 9th October at 12.30 pm £1. Everyone welcome. Bring your own drink & glasses. Everyone contributes to the food; each adult brings a dish for 6. No tickets, but it does need coordination to make sure we don't end up with only pork pie and chocolate pudding! So . . . Ring Jan Gillham, 703340, or Carol Lloyd, 702410 for details and to discuss dishes.

Back by popular demand for an evening of traditional and classical music Liath Hollins plays the Harp Friday 14th October, 7.30 pm at St Michael's Church, Willington Tickets £6 from Sue Gent, 07777 604279

Books, Browse and Coffee Wednesday 16th October, 11 am - noon in St Wystan's Church and every 3rd Wednesday in the month Coffee and biscuits £1 A chat and a chance to borrow books and jigsaws Loans are free Also at the first Wednesday 'Soup, Cheese and Chat'

Milton Lunch Club Thursday 20th October, 12.30 pm in Milton Village Hall.   £5. Contact Lynn, 704540, Sue, 701978, or Polly, 703436 Everyone welcome wherever you live! If you need transport, let us know

Repton Village Hall Appeal Wine Tasting with Jamie Kerry Saturday 22nd October, 7 for 7.30 pm at Repton Village Hall Tickets £15 including light refreshments Adrian Argyle or Carol Lloyd

Repton Village Hall Appeal Children's Halloween Party for children up to 11 Saturday 29th October, 5.30 - 7.30 pm in Repton Village Hall Halloween games, Halloween treasure hunt, Fancy Dress Competition Hot dogs, tricky treats and refreshments available Tickets (including hot dog & cup of squash) £5 per child up to age 11 from Elaine Newbold

Messy Church Fun with Salt and Light! Activities, celebration and food for all the family St Wystan's Church, Sunday 30th October, 4 to 5.30 pm To find out more, email Messy Church or call Ruth Attwood. Everyone is welcome!   Come along and try it!

Repton School Concerts Society Michael Petrov, cello, Erdem Misirlioglu, piano Wednesday 2nd November at 7.45 in the Robert Beldam Hall The cellist Michael Petrov was nominated by the Barbican as the European Concert Halls Rising Star. During 2014/15 he gave recitals at eighteen major concert halls and has appeared as soloist with many major orchestras. On this occasion he is joined by pianist Erdem Misirlioglu who was a Concerto Finalist in the BBC Young Musicians Competition in 2008 and along with Michael is a member of Trio Isimsiz. Their programme will include works by Bach, Prokofiev and Rachmaninov. Tickets £13.50, concessions £10.50. Tickets for the whole season of 10 concerts cost £75. For further information or tickets contact Sue Parker, 56 Askew Grove, Repton, DE65 6GR

Repton Village and School Sale of Work and Fun Day Saturday 5th November from 2.30 pm in the grounds of Repton School Everyone welcome – Entry is free of charge Stalls for every taste        Fun activities for children of all ages Refreshments        Competitions and prizes A Bonfire Night fireworks display at 5.30 pm! All money raised is donated to local, national and international charities, including a number of village organisations Note the date and come along and join us

Milton Bonfire and Fireworks Saturday 5th November, 8 pm on land behind The Swan Fun for all the family BBQ on site – drinks available from The Swan Admission is free but donations towards the cost of fireworks will be appreciated Contact Adam on 07740 040285 or Carl 07527 700308

Newton Solney Coffee Morning Newton Solney Village Hall, Saturday 19th November, 10.30 - 12.30 Craft stalls, cakes, tombola and fun! If you have any raffle items, can back a cake, or would like to have a stall, I would be most grateful! Please contact me. I remain well and in remission. Val Hackett, 01283 701727 in aid of Leukaemia Research (Bloodwise)

The Great War Commemorated

After a year, sad news

Autumn has come again. There can be no doubt that the Summer time Act has been of much benefit to us all. With the falling leaves comes the saddening reflection that a third winter of war is in all probability before us, and that once more hope is deferred.

During September we had two flag days, the first for our local tobacco fund, which brought in £16, the second for the Russian wounded, which amounted to £11 odd.

We also had a pleasant little party of wounded soldiers over from Derby Infirmary at the beginning of the month . . . organised by two of their V.A.D. nurses.

In Memoriam

Nearly a year ago news came from the War Office to his parents that Frederick Beard was missing. Now, alas! that has been changed to a message that he was killed. Although hoping against hope, his mother has borne her loss very bravely, and our sympathy goes out to her in very special measure.

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Repton Village Hall Appeal

The 100 Club

Monthly draws for the 100 Club are held in the bar at the Boot Inn at 6.15 pm on the last Thursday of the month. The subscription is just £12.50 per quarter and with a full complement of 100 members the monthly prize is £52.00. Winners in August were Jenny Sayers, Chris Lloyd, Nigel Evans and Jan Maskell.

For further information and application forms, please contact Adrian Argyle, 34 High Street, Repton DE65 6GD.

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Wine Tasting
Saturday 22nd October, 7 for 7.30 pm

As well as raising money for Repton Village Hall appeal, this evening will be good fun. Jamie Kerry will be showing how to taste, demonstrating how tastes differ, and providing us with the wines. To ensure we can still walk straight at the end there will also be light refreshments. Tickets at £15 are available from Adrian Argyle and Carol Lloyd. Do join us!

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Repton Village & History

Repton Rags ~ How about Friday 28th October?

We planned two RAGS sessions for the summer break, but unfortunately couldn't run either of them due to the rain on those days. We really were very unlucky with the days we had picked.

However, we remain undeterred, and will try again in October; we are thinking of Friday 28th, from 2 - 3.30 pm. This time we will try a shorter session, so if it does rain, we won't be inside for too long and should be able to run whatever the weather. We will update you with posters around the village.

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Repton Casuals Fixtures at Broomhills Lane
		Team	Opponents
2nd	10.30 am	Under 16	Marlborough Rovers
2nd	10.30 am	Under 13	Blackfordby FC Hawks
9th	10.30 am	Youth	Ashbourne Aztecs
16th	10.30 am	Under 13	Lakeside FC
23th	10.30 am	Under 13	Woodville Rangers
30th	10.30 am	Under 16	Winshill Gold

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St Wystan's Harvest Lunch
Sunday 9th October at 12.30 pm

Harvest Lunch is not just for the regular congregation, and we would be delighted if you could join us. It's a chance to make new friends and renew old acquaintances.

The lunch is 'bring and share'; every adult – not just the ladies! – contributes to the food by bringing a dish for 6 for each of you. You need to bring your own drink and glass as well. There are no tickets, but it does need coordination to make sure we don't end up with just pork pie and panacotta, so please sign the list at the back of St Wystan's Church, or ring Jan Gillham, 703340, or Carol Lloyd, 702410, for details and to discuss dishes.

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A Fun Night Out
Saturday 12th November, 7.15 for 7.30 pm prompt, Repton Village Hall

Do come and join in our annual village quiz; it costs just £3 per person. It is always an evening of friendly rivalry, frustration and fun, with a wide range of questions prodding your brain into action. We play in teams of four, and now is the time to get ahead with organising yours – but if you haven't got a team, get in touch anyway and we can help. Between the rounds there is a break for light refreshments and stand-up bingo. Don't forget to bring your own drink and glasses.
Contact Carol Lloyd.

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Mobile Library Tuesday 18th October
Repton village hall, 10.15-11.30 : The Square, 11.35-1.00

The library has a four-weekly timetable - not monthly. Its next visit will be on 15th November. For the Long Eaton base, contact 01629 531398; for the van, 0780 904 4405.

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A Creative Challenge for Scouts

We welcomed three new Scouts, Toby, Anton and Daniel, at the start of September. Two of them capsized when we went canoeing on the Trent at Burton Canoe Club, but it didn't spoil their enjoyment. Scouts have now started on their Creative Challenge badge and may have been seen around the village photographing various strange objects. At the end of October we have a camp planned at Kibblestone, near Stone, where we hope to do some mountain biking, climbing, fire building and all the usual camping activities.

If you would like more information about Scouts, please contact Mike Knowles.

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Repton Village Party 2017
Saturday 29th April

It seems a long way off, but planning for the next Village Party is already under way. As with all such events, it needs a great many people to ensure its success, and once again, we are appealing for volunteers to help with the organization – the more people who help, the less each one has to do!

Volunteering is really enjoyable, rewarding, and a great way to meet people. If you would like to be involved – or are just curious! – come and join us at The Red Lion at 7.30 on Wednesday 5th October. Everyone has fresh ideas and different skills to offer, and everyone is welcome!

If you would like to help in any way, whether you can make the meeting or not, please contact Frances Wimbush.

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Dogs and Churchyards

After recent incidents, may I remind dog owners that it is not appropriate to exercise dogs in our churchyards. You are most welcome to walk them through the churchyards provided they are kept on a lead and you clear up after them. Letting dogs off the lead however can give rise to disrespectful actions and be very upsetting for people whose loved ones are buried there.

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Repton Village Society

At our September meeting it was a pleasure to listen to Wendy Coley, a speaker at the top of her game, talking about the wonderful life-changing and indeed life-saving organisation that is Medical Detection Dogs. The charity, founded in 2008 by Dr. Claire Guest, a psychologist specialising in the interaction between human and canine behaviour, has two arms. The first is Medical Alert Assistance Dogs which trains dogs to assist their owners to manage their disease, whether it be diabetes, severe allergies or narcolepsy. The second is Cancer Detection Dogs which trains dogs to detect the onset of various forms of cancer. Wendy described the progress of the charity and the beneficial effect it has had on people's lives, both young and old.

Thursday 6th October, Repton village hall at 7.30 pm

Paul Newsome is a semi-retired expert with 34 years' experience in the forensic arena. In his talk, 'Biometrics – There Will Never be Another You', he will discuss the uniqueness of the Human Genome and how this is used in today's society.

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Bottles, Jars and Cakes
Repton Sale of Work & Fun Day, Saturday 5th November

The Bottles & Jars and Cake stalls at the Sale of Work and Fun Day are always very popular and make a significant contribution to funds raised on the day, but they do rely hugely on your support, so once again we are appealing for donations such as homemade cakes and bakery (sweet or savoury), preserves, marmalade and chutney. And if you don't have homemade produce, we would be delighted to receive bottles and jars of all descriptions as prizes for the Bottles & Jars stall and the tombola – sweet, savoury, decorative or fragrant. Bottles and jars may be delivered to 27 Chestnut Way any time before 4th November. Cakes should be delivered to Pears School after 10 am on 5th November, although in either case, we could collect.

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Repton W.I.

At the September meeting we enjoyed a visit from Clive Katz, a volunteer with the National Trust, who took us on a guided tour of the Birmingham Back to Backs, telling us about the history of Birmingham and the development of the area where the back to back houses were built and whetting our appetite for the visit planned for later in the month.

Arrangements were made for a coffee morning at Swarkestone Garden Centre, a walk in October from the Swan in Milton, and a 'happy hour' at the Red Lion in October. Names were taken for the Group meeting in October to be held in Willington, and the ACWW day in November at Derbyshire House.

Next month on Tuesday 11th October we have the Annual Meeting when the new committee is elected. The fish and chips and fizz supper has to be ordered in advance, so if you missed the September meeting, let Lynne know if you want to join in. Visitors and new members are always welcome in Repton village hall at 7.15 pm.

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ngs Open Gardens

. . . in Repton have been very successful this year, enabling us to send over £7,000 to nursing charities, particularly Macmillan and Marie Curie. We cannot do this without the help and support of many villagers. Thank you so much – please keep visiting, and tell your friends!

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Repton Village History Group

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 18th October when Richard Stone is coming to talk to us about the River Trent. The village name of Twyford implies two fords and thus two channels. An act of parliament regarding navigation of the river makes clear that in 1699 the main channel was on the Repton side, but by 1705 the northern channel at Willington had become the main channel, and by 1777 navigation on the old Trent Water had ceased. Richard has much more to tell us. All are welcome at 7.30 pm in the village hall – members £2, visitors £3.

For further information on the History Group, contact Andy Austen.

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Repton Village Show 2016

At the start of September, Repton's gardeners displayed fantastic fruits and vegetables at the annual Village Show. The bakers, photographers and handcrafters added their expertise to ensure all the exhibits were of a very high standard. There were plenty of visitors to admire the entries and make the day a success. Congratulations to all the prize winners. Winners of the special prizes and cups:

Alan Johnson	Boot Trophy	Best vegetable exhibit
Robert Crockett	John Crockett Trophy	Most points in the vegetable section
Gordon Johnson	Argyle Trophy	Best fruit exhibit
Wendy Longden	Marjorie Boddice Trophy	Best flowering pot plant
Gay Prevett	McLean Cup	Best rose exhibit
Frances Wimbush	Silver Tray	Best produce exhibit
Katie Stevenson	Photographic Shield
Alan Peach	Cup	Best flower exhibit
Kathryn Stirling	Handicraft Plate
Natasha Cheeseman	Zak's Cup	Most points in the children's section
Chloe Smith	Young Baker

Thank you to all who came to see the show and who took part in an excellent auction afterwards, with special thanks, once again, to our auctioneer, Adrian Argyle.

Do remember, the show takes place on the first Saturday in September. It is open to all, and we really welcome new competitors. Look out for the schedule in the Parish Magazine in the spring.

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Repton Parish Council

The Neighbourhood Development Plan is coming together, and we hope to have it ready to present alongside South Derbyshire Local Plan 2 at the end of this year. The policies have been revisited to ensure that they conform to legal requirements, and Jackie Adshead has produced illustrations. When current work is complete, we anticipate employing people with professional experience to check the document for us. Meanwhile, you can follow progress at reptonvillage.org.uk.

Derbyshire Army Cadet Force now has a detachment parading weekly in Ticknall village hall on a Thursday evening between 7.30 and 9.30 pm. The Cadets are always looking for new volunteering and fundraising activities and wish to forge links and work together with the local community. For further information, contact Under Officer Thomas, paul.thomas@armymail.mod.uk.

CCTV: Parishioners' reaction to the recent episode of car vandalism caused the Parish Council to reconsider its previous decision not to support the use of CCTV in the parish. The provision of CCTV on a public highway is subject to Data Protection issues. There are high initial costs, as well as significant running costs and clerical overheads. Police advice is that the Automatic Number Plate Recognition system is more effective in a parish such as Repton, and in this case it led to an early arrest. On reflection, the Parish Council did not consider the costs could be justified and decided that its original decision was correct.

Request for Information: We are trying to trace any living relatives of Alfred Thomas Vaughan, formerly of 54 Main Street, Repton, who died in 1959. If you are or know of a relative of Mr. Vaughan, please could you contact the Parish Council office. We would be grateful for your help.

Allotments: The autumn is an ideal time to think about cultivating an allotment next spring. The Parish Council allotments are on Monsom Lane adjacent to the burial ground. The contracts for existing plot holders will be sent out in the New Year, but it is possible that there will be plots available. If you are interested please contact me at the Parish Council office.

Next meeting: Monday 10th October at 7.30 pm in The Community Room, Fisher Close, Repton. All are welcome.

Parish Council Office, 40 High Street

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Milton & Foremark Village Matters

Milton W.I.

On 9th September we served an afternoon tea to fifty Nottingham National Trust members who had visited Wightwick Manor in Wolverhampton. Many thanks to members for the delicious cakes and waitress service on the day. A report on the September meeting will be in next month's magazine.

Our next meeting is the AGM on Wednesday 19th October at the earlier time of 7 pm. A W.I. advisor will attend the meeting, and our speaker, Kathy McAteer, will talk about 'Inspiring Russian Women'.

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Milton Village Hall

To hire Milton village hall, contact Polly Faulkner.

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Newton Solney Village Matters

John Higgott's Almshouses, Newton Solney

A vacancy has arisen in one of the almshouses in Main Street, Newton Solney, comprising living room, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. Applicants should be 65 or over, of limited means, capable of looking after themselves, and have been long-term residents of Repton or Newton Solney, or have relations living in either of these parishes. If interested, please write with your details to Mrs E J Plant, The Walled Garden, Well Lane, Repton, DE65 6EY, giving your address and telephone number.

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Newton Solney C of E Infant School

Community Collective Worship for parents, carers and local residents is on the first Thursday of the month at 9.15 am. The next will be on Thursday 6th October, and further dates for this term are 3rd November and 1st December, when Newton Solney Pre-School will be performing their Christmas play. Do join us. All are very welcome.

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Newton Solney C of E Infant School Open Morning

Trent Lane, Newton Solney, Burton upon Trent. DE15 0SF
Thursday 10th November, 9.30 - 11.00 am

You are invited to our open morning for prospective parents. This will give you a chance to view the school in action and see some of the work that goes on in classrooms. There will be a chance to talk to staff and Governors and to ask questions.   Applications for places for September 2017 are welcome from both Derbyshire and Staffordshire children.

We also have spaces in Reception and Year 2 now.

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Newton Solney Tuesday Club

At our September meeting, Colin Bagshaw spoke about the Shetland and Orkney Isles.

Tuesday, 4th October: 2.30 pm in Newton Solney village hall

A Business Meeting followed by a talk on the Dogs Trust.

Tuesday, 18th October: A trip to McArthur Glen and IKEA

We leave the Unicorn Inn at 9.30 am and return to Newton by about 3 pm. Cost £10.

For further information about Tuesday Club or our outings, please contact our Secretary, Jane, on 01283 564520.

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Newton Solney W.I.

The booked speaker was unable to attend the September meeting, so three NSWI members stood in with a series of mini talks, well received by members. Several events are happening in the next couple of months, including the autumn Federation meeting at Derby and the NSWI walk on 13th October.

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 11th October at 7.30 pm in the village hall, when Edward Jones of Bretby Garden Centre will give a Christmas wreath demonstration. Tea hostesses will be Linda Williams and Carolyn Steele; Carolyn will also be providing flowers for the evening.

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Newton Solney Parish Council News

Village Cricket Match: A big thank you to everyone who helped organise a great afternoon of closely fought cricket and tug of war on the Recreation Field!

The Village Bonfire and Firework Display will take place on Saturday 5th November down by the river. The bonfire will be lit at 6.30 pm and the fireworks will start at 7. Please come down and support!

Dog Fouling: Following further complaints about dog fouling, the Parish Council is considering applying for a dog exclusion order to prohibit exercising dogs on the recreation field, other than on a lead on the designated footpath.

Newton Solney Village Plan: Have your say! We would like to invite all parishioners to a meeting in the village hall on Friday 11th November at 7 pm. There will be an opportunity to comment on the existing village plan and propose any changes you would like to see made to it. The existing village plan is shown on the website.

Next meeting: Friday 14th October at 7.30 pm in the village hall. All are welcome.

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Willington Surgery

Seasonal Influenza Vaccines

If you are aged 65 and over, a carer, pregnant, or suffer from a chronic disease such as diabetes, chronic heart disease, chronic kidney disease, chronic liver disease, chronic neurological disease, immunosuppression or asthma (if you have received medication within the last 12 months), it is recommended that you have an annual influenza injection.

Pneumococcal Vaccine

Patients aged 65 and over are entitled to Pneumovax, a pneumococcal vaccine which could be administered at the same time as the flu vaccine. If you would like to receive a Pneumovax, please ask when booking your influenza appointment.

Shingles Vaccine

We are now offering shingles vaccine to patients aged 70 or 78 on 1st September 2016. In addition, patients who were eligible for immunisation in the first three years of the programme but have not been vaccinated against shingles remain eligible until their 80th birthday.

Please book an appointment at reception or call 01283 703318. If you need information in a more accessible format, such as large print, Easy Read or Braille, contact the practice: email willington.sms@nhs.net, call 703318, or ask a receptionist.

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South Derbyshire

Army Cadets Ticknall Village Hall, Thursdays from 7.30 pm

For action and adventure, fun and friendship, the Army Cadet Force is hard to beat. Join us as a cadet (aged 12-18) and you will experience new challenges that will help you to become more independent and confident. You will learn military themed skills such as shooting, drill and fieldcraft, be able to take part in adventurous sports, first aid training and The Duke of Edinburgh's Award. The range of opportunities is huge and we inspire you to achieve!

Join as an adult volunteer and we'll give you all the training you need to make a real difference to young people in your community, earn recognised qualifications and make lifelong friends.

If you missed our Open Evening last month, come and visit us any week to see what we get up to! Paul Thomas, Detachment Commander, 07748 332058, www.armycadets.com

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Get Active in the Forest at Rosliston Forestry Centre

Trim & Tone, Tuesdays

A weekly walk around the forestry centre for ladies only, led by a qualified fitness instructor, with some toning exercises. Meet in the foyer at 11.45 for a noon start. £1.50 per person. For further information ring 01283 563483.

Nordic Walking Taster Session, Sunday 6th November

Nordic walking burns 46% more calories than normal walking and has less impact on your joints than running. This taster session, led by a qualified instructor will introduce you to the basics. Meet at 8.45 for a 9 am start in the foyer at Rosliston Forestry Centre. £1.50 if you bring your own poles, or £3 if hiring poles. Places are limited so booking is essential; call 01283 563483.

Walking for Health

If you would like to take you first steps into exercise or get back into exercise following an illness or an injury, search for 'Walking for Health' online. There are lots of guided walks to choose from. They are generally free, easy, and last less than an hour.

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You and your Pet

Exterminate!

It's that time of year again. Just as you think winter will come and kill them off, the central heating goes on and infestations multiply. If there's anything that makes us vets and nurses squeamish, it's the sight of jumping fleas. The problem with fleas is the rate at which they reproduce: one flea is capable of laying 50 eggs per day, which means that for every flea on your pet, 50 will be developing into larvae in your house.

So how can we control them? If your pet is showing signs of only a mild problem, then just treating them may be enough. New products coming onto the market will kill fleas within a couple of hours, which is fantastic for rapid results. If the problem is more severe, then the environment needs treating too. An insecticidal spray can be used throughout problem areas in the house – carpets, cracks and crevices; read the directions very carefully! It is also worth vacuuming up to three times daily, and treat the head of the vacuum cleaner too.

For any further advice and to discuss preventative measures, talk to your vet or nurse.

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Neighbourhood Watch

Phone scams are big business for fraudsters. Whether it's HMRC threatening to proceed against you for unpaid tax or 'your' phone provider 'helping' you to order a new mobile phone, be sceptical and never provide your personal information in response to an unsolicited communication.

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.

Adrian Gillham, Chairman, Repton Neighbourhood Watch

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Gardening Notes

Hydrangeas

In October when many other shrubs are looking a bit tired, hydrangeas come into their own. There are many different types with different characteristics. The most common are Mopheads and Lacecaps, the essential difference between them being the way their flower heads are formed. Mophead flower heads are domed, made up almost entirely of large sterile sepals; Lacecap florets are flatter having a central section of tiny, fertile florets, composed of both male and female flowers, which in turn are surrounded by the infertile sepals. A number of hydrangeas are grown for foliage as well as flowers. H. Aspera has lovely velvety leaves and white or mauve flowers that fade attractively, while H. Quercifolia has good autumn colour.

The colour of mophead florets is affected by the pH of the soil in which they are grown. A purely alkaline soil, such as chalk, will produce flowers that are predominately pink, whereas in a very acidic soil, shades of blue will dominate. However it is actually the level of aluminium in the soil that affects the colour. In acidic soils the aluminium in the soils is released and the flowers turn blue. If your soil is alkaline then however much aluminium you add it will remain locked in the soil. With a pH of 6.5 you will get that lovely pastel colouring, flowing from soft pinks to lavenders, mauves and true blue.

Many new varieties of Hydrangea Paniculata, which are white or pink, have become available in the last few years. Many of them are not too large and respond well to ongoing neglect provided they are well planted. As they flower on new wood, they are less likely to be damaged in cold winters and can be pruned quite hard in the spring, although this may delay flowering. I can personally recommend Pinky Winky, Early Sensation and Dolly; they start off white and fade to a pink before finally going brown.

If your hydrangea does not flower it could be due to frost damage or incorrect pruning. Most hydrangeas flower on old wood although the paniculatas flower on new wood so if we have a very cold winter and old buds are damaged you should still get flowers. When you do prune, cut back the old flower heads to the first pair of healthy buds below them. Any old, crossing or dead wood should be removed at this stage, cutting it right back to the base of the shrub.

Hydrangeas do best in light or dappled shade. If this is unavailable they should only be exposed to full sun for part of the day. They hate being too dry, so put lots of organic matter in the soil before planting and mulch every year with a generous layer of compost. The same applies to hydrangeas in pots. These will also need a regular soak, but will recover well if you cannot water – it really depends on the weather.

Darley Abbey park has a National Collection of hydrangeas. They look stunning and are well worth a visit. Open Days are listed in the National Collections Directory, and on the National Council for the Conservation of Plants and Gardens (NCCPG) website.

Jobs for October

Autumn is the ideal time to divide perennials; the soil is warm and new roots establish well. We often use spare space in the vegetable patch to hold plants over winter and make further divisions in spring. However do not divide grasses in autumn: they will not produce new roots until spring and will probably rot in the winter.

The garden is beginning to wind down but do not be too hasty to clear everything away. Keep cropping fruit and vegetables and deal with surplus produce by freezing, preserving or giving away.

We planted a Victoria plum a year ago. This year it had 26 plums; every one was relished straight from the tree, I even found myself counting those left to make sure I was getting my fair share! Sometimes less is more with produce!