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The Parish Magazine Repton, Foremark, Milton, Ingleby, Newton Solney
June 2017

The Reality of Life 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 SHELL Group for young people aged 7 and over Coffee Morning, Saturday 10th June Cream Teas, Saturday 17th June Yard Sale, Saturday 1st July Church Family Barbeque, Saturday 29th July Derbyshire Constabulary Male Voice Choir, Friday 29th September Baptisms, Marriages, Funerals and Burial of Ashes Baptisms Bailey Ivor Popejoy Marriages Thomas Howson and Hannah Wells Gary I'Anson and Harriet Buckle Chloe Elson and Luke Robinson Marriages in June James Murray and Yohanna Pak Christopher Bexom and Nicola Hickling Funerals and Burial of Ashes David McAdam Hilda Peach Obituaries David McAdam The Memorial Book Repton Benefice The Feast of Pentecost, Sunday 4th June Housegroups St Wystan's News A warm welcome for Bishop Jan Sunday Club for 4 - 11 year olds Local Diary Event Details Rotary Foundation Centennial Concert, Saturday 3rd June Milton Open Gardens, Sunday 4th June Soup, Cheese and Chat! Wednesday 7th June Repton School Concert, Solstice Jazz Sextet, Wednesday 7th June Evening of Wine and Music, Friday 9th June Village Hall Dog Walk, Sunday 11th June Milton Lunch Club, Thursday 15th June Repton Open Gardens Scarecrow Competition, 17th - 18th June Books, Browse and Coffee, Wednesday 21st June Messy Church Walk & BBQ, Sunday 25th June Barn Dance on the Paddock, Sunday 2nd July Edward's Quiz, Friday 7th July Free BBQ and Fun Day, Sunday 16th July The Great War Remembered 100 years ago, the Vicar wrote . . . Repton Open Gardens An Evening of Wine and Music Scarecrow competition The Gardens Childrens' Treasure Trail Refreshments Stalls Prize Draw Repton Village and History Barn Dance on the Paddock, Sunday 2nd July Thank you! ~ Repton Village Party Repton School Speech Day and Leavers' Ball Host Families Wanted Repton Village Hall Mobile Library, Tuesday 6th June Invitation to all local students, Repton School GAP Fair One Day Jitty Closure, Thursday 27th July Repton Village History Group Repton Village Society Scouts Annual Yard Sale, Saturday 1st July Repton W.I. Traffic Warning: The Download Festival, 7th - 11th June Repton Parish Council Milton & Foremark Village Matters Farewell to Betty Thorley Milton Open Gardens, Sunday 4th June Milton Village Hall Free Self-Defence Class for Disabled People Milton W.I. Newton Solney Village Matters Newton Solney C of E Infant School Newton Solney W.I. Newton Solney Tuesday Club Vacancy at John Higgott's Almshouses Newton Solney Parish Council South Derbyshire Bird Walk at Rosliston Forestry Centre You and your Pet Poisons and Pets Neighbourhood Watch Avoid crypto-locking Gardening Notes

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The Reality of Life

Cyber attacks may sound like science fiction, an episode of Doctor Who perhaps, but in May they became all too real for millions around the world. In this country, as doctors' surgeries and hospitals turned away patients and as appointments and operations were cancelled, their impact was massive. And yet it could have been even worse. Imagine traffic lights going down, air traffic controllers losing control, and our armed forces without computers. We suddenly seem very vulnerable.

While hackers and criminals will always remain one step ahead, this particular attack was so destructive because many users had not kept their defences up to date. This led in turn to the virus spreading fast and widely. It was a bit like a Viking or Roman shield wall, which was only strong while each individual shield was in place. One shield down and the whole was under threat. As today we rely ever more on computer technology, the potential for devastating collapse is real.

For obvious reasons we won't find mention of cyber attacks in the Bible. But Jesus drew on everyday life to teach people about spiritual things, their relationships with God and with one another. In parables he often pointed out that wrong can come from what appears to be good, and the good that God can bring about when things appear to be wrong. We cannot doubt the good in computers, but the potential for harm is also there. A bit like ourselves. While you and I are not personally under cyber-attack, we are under constant attack by the forces of evil and darkness in this world: we are encouraged to indulge in a shallow and meaningless way of life, to walk the way that brings hurt to others. Such forces try to divert us from a life governed by love, a life walking the way of Christ, the full and whole life with God that the Bible and our faith encourages us to adopt.

The Bible reminds us that we have so much potential for good and yet so often fail to maintain our defences against evil. Too easily we give in to temptation, betraying the goodness within. We may say encouraging things yet can so easily be hurtful; we can be compassionate yet fail to be moved, generous yet hold on to things for our own benefit; we may have the potential to be creative and dynamic, yet content ourselves with the same easy way forward.

The Bible reminds us that what we do has an effect on others. When we drop our defences we become that weak shield in the wall. The forces against us are encouraged and our weakness becomes their strength. We let others down when we let ourselves down. That is why we need to be strong in our faith, hold firmly to what is good, what is of God, and follow more closely the advice in the Bible. Cyber, it may not be, but the truths it reveals are timeless. Cyber is about life in virtual reality, the Bible is about the reality of life.

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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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SHELL Group for young people aged 7 and over

. . . meets on Mondays in June from 6.30 - 7.30 pm. Activities this month include cooking, rounders, cricket, a treasure hunt and making gifts for Fathers' Day! New members are always welcome.

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Coffee Morning, Saturday 10th June, 10.30 - 11.30 am

Another chance to chat over coffee, treat yourself to delicious home-made cakes, and relax with friends! Come and join us.

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Cream Teas, Saturday 17th June, 3 - 5 pm

On the Saturday afternoon of the Open Gardens week-end, we will be serving cream teas in the Schoolroom. You will be very welcome to join us for a home-made scone served with jam and cream and a pot of tea!

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Yard Sale, Saturday 1st July at 5 Monsom Lane

In conjunction with neighbours raising funds for Cancer Research and Repton Royal British Legion, the United Reformed Church is holding a Yard Sale at 5 Monsom Lane with proceeds for church funds. Any donations of items to sell, large or small will be gratefully received. Please ring 701581 to arrange collection. Everyone welcome – don't miss the amazing bargains!

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Note the Date

Saturday 29th July	Church Family Barbeque from 3 pm at 5 Monsom Lane
Friday 29th September	Concert by the Derbyshire Constabulary Male Voice Choir

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Baptisms

Bailey Ivor Popejoy, son of Rebecca and Mark Popejoy of 8 Larch Road, Alanbrooke Barracks, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, was baptised at St Mary's Church, Newton Solney, on Sunday 14th May.

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Marriages

Thomas Howson and Hannah Wells of Wollaton, Nottingham, were married at St Wystan's Church, Repton, on Saturday 6th May.

Gary I'Anson and Harriet Buckle of Peel Street, Derby, were married at St Saviour's Church, Foremark, on Saturday 20th May.

Chloe Elson and Luke Robinson of Melbourne were married at St Mary's Church, Newton Solney, on Tuesday 23rd May.

Marriages in June

Saturday 3rd	St Wystan's Church	James Murray and Yohanna Pak
Saturday 10th	St Wystan's Church	Christopher Bexom and Nicola Hickling

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Funerals and Burial of Ashes

David McAdam of 42 Main Street, Newton Solney, died on Tuesday18th April aged 94. A funeral service in the Carnarvon Chapel at Bretby Crematorium was followed by cremation.

Hilda Peach, formerly of Brook End, Repton, died at Kings Bromley Nursing Home, on Saturday 6th May aged 88. A service at St Wystan's Church, Repton, on 24th May, was followed by burial alongside her late husband at Monsom Lane cemetery.

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Obituaries

David F McAdam
1923 – 18th April 2017

Dave was born in Hereford but within a few years had moved with the family to Radley, where he, his brother and his sister spent an almost idyllic childhood in the Oxfordshire countryside. The fields and woods were their playground and the winding Thames became their outdoor swimming pool. They were halcyon days matched only by the pages of Enid Blyton's Famous Five.

In 1938 the family moved north to Burton on Trent to settle in Stapenhill. Dave worked as a warehouseman at the Branston Ordinance Depot, but his passion was for sport and particularly the 'beautiful game' that would become his profession. However, thoughts of a footballing career were put on hold by the onset of the World War. In April 1941 he was drafted into the Royal Warwickshire Regiment. There followed a spell in 1943 with the Gloucestershires in Egypt before deployment to Burma fighting alongside the Wiltshire Regiment. Sport was an important part of his army life, and in addition to boxing he captained the Wiltshires' football team.

On demob in September 1946, Dave returned to his job at Branston and played football in the Burton and District League, where he was spotted by a Leeds United scout. Within months, he was playing first team football, making his league debut in September 1948 as half-back in a second division match at Tottenham Hotspur. Over the next two years Dave made 24 league appearances for the Yorkshire club, playing alongside the likes of John Charles and Tommy Burden, before transferring to Wrexham.

It was during his time at Leeds that he met his future wife, Alice Bateman. They married in 1952 in a wedding attended by some of football's finest. However, in Dave's era the life of a professional footballer was very different from today. During the season they were paid £12 a week plus £2 for a win and £1 for a draw. Out of season, they often worked on the grounds to earn money.

After playing semi-professionally for Wrexham until 1951, Dave returned home to sign for Burton Albion. He played there for nine seasons making 238 appearances, and was a member of the Burton side that won the Bass Charity Vase and Birmingham & District League Cup in the same season. Leaving Burton in 1960 he joined Matlock Town before returning in 1964 to play for Stapenhill and resume work at Branston Depot.

In 1991 Alice and Dave moved to Newton Solney where they enjoyed village life and all the comforts of a small community. They became stalwarts of the Tuesday Club and regularly packed their bags to embark on holidays and days out with other villagers. It was on such excursions that Dave became renowned for his speeches, and occasional saucy anecdotes.

In his late 70s, Dave began to develop dementia, very possibly caused by heading the heavy leather balls of the 1950s. (Three of England's outfield players in the victorious 1966 World Cup team – Martin Peters, Nobby Stiles and Ray Wilson ¬– were similarly affected.) Hospital visits became more frequent, his health declined, and as his illness progressed, he needed full-time care which he found at Mount Pleasant Care Home who looked after him well.

The Saturday after Dave's death in April, Leeds United visited Burton Albion for the first time since 1928, and a minute's silence was held honouring his memory.

In his book 'Wellington Street to Wembley' Rex Page writes: "Of the early breed of Albion player, Dave was one of the most accomplished. He brought skill, ball control and vision to the left half berth which he more or less made his own. . . . [He was a] true sportsman and a Gentleman on and off the field."   A fitting tribute to a much loved man.

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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

The Feast of Pentecost, Sunday 4th June

This special day in the Church calendar – only Christmas and Easter have greater importance to us as Christians – celebrates the sending of the Holy Spirit of God to the first followers of Jesus. Inspired by the Spirit they went out onto the streets of Jerusalem and told the crowds about Jesus. After their misery on seeing Christ crucified, it was a quite astonishing transformation. We are told that thousands were baptised that first day. It was the real beginning of the Church and its mission.

So on Sunday 4th June there is a change in our services at St Wystan's. Instead of Worship Together and Matins there will be a communion service at 9.45 am. On that day at St Mary's there is also a communion service combined with Holy Baptism.

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Housegroups

Intercessory Prayer for Healing meets at 3 Richmond Court at 7.30 pm on Tuesday 6th June. 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

A warm welcome for Bishop Jan

At a benefice service on Sunday 21st May we were delighted to welcome Bishop Jan, our impressive new Bishop of Repton, to the place whose name she carries, and also to welcome members of the United Reformed Church here in Repton joining with members of our three benefice churches for this special occasion. Bishop Jan led the service and preached about the 'Great Commission', Jesus telling his disciples – and us – to go out into the world and tell everyone the good news about God's love, inviting them to be baptised in his name.

At the service, Bishop Jan also consecrated a new mobile font for St Wystan's. Made by local craftsmen, ceramic specialist John Wheeldon and blacksmith David Tucker, it was funded by a generous donation from the Rt Rev'd Henry and Caroline Richmond. Bishop Henry, who had himself been Bishop of Repton, sadly died earlier this year, but we were pleased that Caroline was able to be with us. Another special moment was when Ian Crowley, a young member of our congregation, took his first communion. While Newton Solney have for some time had permission to prepare children to take Communion before Confirmation, it is a new thing for Repton and Ian is our first.

Later, 50 sat down to a Bring & Share lunch in St Wystan's Church, a chance to meet Bishop Jan informally as well as a lovely opportunity to catch up and chat.

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Sunday Club

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

At the beginning of May our 'Worship Together' service at St Wystan's was led by the children of the Sunday Club. The club, which meets during our main act of worship on a Sunday morning, teaches children about the Bible and our Christian faith. This was a great opportunity for them to be involved in worship, leading music, performing drama, reading and praying. We were reminded that children can offer so much more than we often allow. Well done to the leaders who organised a wonderful service and, of course, to the children who took part.
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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Rotary Foundation Centennial Celebration Concert Burton Concert Band Conductor David Haines, Leader Kate Fox Saturday 3rd June, 7 for 7.30 pm in Repton School 400 Hall Tickets £10 from Rod Gent, 01283 790919 The Rotary Club of Burton upon Trent

Milton Open Gardens Sunday 4th June, 1 to 6 pm Enjoy a diverse selection of gardens from small cottage gardens to larger landscapes Plants for sale : Tea and home-made cakes in the Village Hall : Scarecrows Free parking : No long walks! : Sorry, no dogs Entry £5 per adult, children under 16 free.

Soup, Cheese and Chat! Wednesday 7th June 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!

Repton School Concerts Society Solstice Jazz Sextet Wednesday 7th June at 7.45 in the Robert Beldam Hall Solstice is a collaboration between some of the foremost bandleaders and composers emerging from the thriving East London music scene. They have come together, united by a shared love of music and food to write and eat collectively. Their unified sound draws on influences from Brazil, New York and France, and from artists such as Hermeto Pascoal, Edward Simon and Pierre de Bethmann, whilst retaining a uniquely British identity. Tickets £13.50 (£10.50 for concessions) For further information or tickets contact Sue Parker, 56 Askew Grove, Repton, DE65 6GR, or or the Music School, 01283 559319

Repton Open Gardens An Evening of Wine and Music Friday 9th June at 6.30 pm in St Wystan's Church Sparkling wine on arrival followed by a short concert by pupils of Foremarke Hall under the direction of Susan Bloor Afterwards, canapés will be served, with wine available to purchase. Tickets at £10 include free entry to the gardens - children free from Sue Parker, Wendy Longden, or Jan Roberts.

Charity Dog Walk Sunday 11th June, 11 am from Broomhills Playing Field Optional 2 mile or ½ mile circular route Stalls and Refreshments £7 entry including Goodie Bag (£10 entry on the day) Contact Jo Bamford Raising funds for Repton Village Hall

Milton Lunch Club Thursday 15th June, 12.30 pm in Milton Village Hall.   £5. Ham salad + Bakewell Tart and Cream! Contact Lynn, 704540, Sue, 701978, or Polly, 703436 Everyone welcome wherever you live! If you need transport, let us know

Repton Open Gardens Scarecrow Competition 17th - 18th June Enter as many scarecrows as you wish.   They must be clearly visible from the road from 12 noon to 5 pm on both days. Entry is free - cash prizes! Pick up an entry form from Repton Post Office. Return it by Saturday 10th June to the Post Office or 3 The Cross For more information contact Andrew Brown on 701463

Books, Browse and Coffee Wednesday 21st June, 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'

Messy Church Sunday 25th June Wheat, weeds and buried treasure Walk 4 pm + short, informal service 5.15 + barbecue 5.30 pm Following the success of last year's walk from Foremarke, this year we plan to walk from Newton Solney to Repton while we, discover some of Jesus' teaching along the way. We'll meet in Newton Solney at 4 pm prompt. Do share cars to get there; we can arrange a lift back later for drivers to collect them. We will return to St Wystan's by about 5.15 for a short informal service, followed by the barbecue at 5.30 pm. Book for the bbq by 18th June.   Adults £5, accompanied children free. To reserve a place, contact Ruth, Karen Perks or the churchwardens. If it's too wet for the walk, we'll have a shorter Messy Church, starting at 4.45 in St Wystan's, and still followed by the barbecue. NEW FAMILIES ARE WELCOME For full details email Messy Church or call Ruth Attwood. Everyone is welcome!   Come along and try it!

Barn Dance on the Paddock Sunday 2nd July in Repton School Marquee Doors open 4 pm, dancing 4.30 to 7.30 pm Adults £12, children £8. (£20 to reserve a table for 10) Ticket includes a main course meal by Greedy Pig Catering Bar and snacks available to purchase Games and activities from 4pm Tickets from Greedy Pig Butchers, the Red Lion, Rebecca Auterson (01283 704640), Claire Shaw (01283 707279) Proceeds to Repton Primary School PTA

Edward's Quiz Friday 7th July, 7.30 for 8.00 pm in Milton Village Hall. £5.    Free refreshments To reserve a table, call Sue White on 701978

Sunday 16th July from 11.30 am until late Free BBQ and Fun Day at the Swan Inn, Milton Bouncy Castle ▪▫▪ Auction ▪▫▪ Flight Simulator ▪▫▪ Model Boat Racing ▪▫▪ Apple Bobbing ▪▫▪ Coconut Shy ▪▫▪ Treasure Hunt ▪▫▪ Fantastic Raffle Prizes ▪▫▪ much more Organised by Milton Self Defence in aid of Derbyshire Childrens Holiday Centre Contact Duncan for information on 07973 663601 A great fun day out for all the family raising money for a great cause

The Great War Commemorated

100 years ago, the Vicar wrote . . .

After our long winter and cold spring the beautiful weather we are now enjoying is a promise of better things and a bounteous harvest. May it be so. How grand it will be if the hopes of the Government are fulfilled and this year or next will find our land practically self-supporting. If only former governments had had the foresight to recognise that agriculture is after all the most important industry in the country. Treat the words of the King's proclamation and the injunctions of the Food Controller as being binding in the strictest possible way, and we shall see the day of peace dawn very soon.

Meanwhile the toll of the war is being levied very heavily. In the last fortnight Repton has heard of the death in action of three of its sons: William Parker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Parker of Dale cottages, who leaves a wife and family; Harold Eaton, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. Eaton of the Cross; and Thomas Webster, son of Mrs. Webster, herself a widow, of Wood End. To each and all of their families our heartfelt sympathy goes out.

This leads me to the question of the proposed war shrine. I have now procured two designs. The cost is much heavier than I expected, the cheapest being £15. Although I do not propose that the shrine should take the place of a much greater memorial to be made after the war, yet this will be an important part and must be worthy of our Church and parish.

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Repton Open gardens

An Evening of Wine and Music
Friday 9th June, 6.30 pm in St Wystan's Church

This occasion is a great favourite. Sparkling wine on arrival will be followed a short concert of music by pupils of Foremarke Hall under the direction of Susan Bloor. Afterwards, canapés will be served, with wine available to purchase. The musicians set a superb standard and the evening is always very enjoyable. For tickets at £10 which includes free entry to the gardens, children free, contact Sue Parker, 702550, Wendy Longden, 703259, or Jan Roberts, 702159.

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Scarecrow competition

There are cash prizes for the most entertaining or inventive. If you haven't already entered, there is still time.

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The Gardens, Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th June

Between 2 and 6 pm, you can visit 13 lovely gardens, including four current or previous 'Yellow Book' gardens, as well as Monsom Lane allotments, which are also part of the National Gardens Scheme, and Repton Memorial Arboretum. Do note that Repton School gardens are only open on Sunday. Programmes, which act as entry tickets, are on sale in the village beforehand, as well as at the church lychgate and in the gardens on the day; adults £5 each, children free.

Childrens' Treasure Trail

Children enjoy following the trail in gardens displaying the owl. Collect a competition entry together with your Open Gardens programme and, when completed, exchange it for a lucky dip prize at the village hall.

Refreshments

On both afternoons, teas will be served in the village hall from 2.30 to 5.30. The U.R.C. will serve cream teas in the schoolroom from 3 to 5 on Saturday only.

Stalls

Spread over the gardens, there will be plant stalls, a tombola, book and home produce stalls. Donations for these will be gratefully received, preferably beforehand. (Plants and tombola, Jan Roberts, 702159; books, David Roberts, 702159; home produce such as jams, biscuits, and sweets, Carol Lloyd, 702410.)

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Prize Draw

Tickets for the prize draw will be on sale in the village beforehand and over the weekend; the draw will take place on Saturday 24th June.

Thank you for your support. We look forward to seeing you.

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Repton Village & History

Barn Dance on the Paddock
Sunday 2nd July, 4 to 7.30 pm

We look forward to seeing lots of you in Repton School's super marquee on the Paddock – do come, everyone is invited! DanceCupola, a ceilidh dance band, veterans of many festivals, local and national, will provide the music on instruments including the fiddle, the mandola, the cajon and the hurgy-gurdy! They are fabulous to dance to and their calling is sublime.

If you haven't already got your tickets (adults £12, children £8), you can buy them from Greedy Pig Butchers and the Red Lion, or contact Rebecca Auterson, or Claire Shaw on 01283 707279. Proceeds from the event will support the PTA, which has recently created a new library for pupils at Repton Primary School and purchased a wide variety of playground equipment.

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Thank you! ~ Repton Village Party

I do apologise for not thanking you all individually, but there were so many, and I would be sure to miss someone. So, if you were involved in any way in helping the Village Party to happen, please accept this sincere 'Thank You!'

And thank you too to everyone who came along and enjoyed themselves. A party is no fun without people!

Almost more important than the fun on the Mitre Field, however, is the preparation. What started as a very small but enthusiastic group in September last year, ended up on the morning of the party as an impressively large team of volunteers aged 4 to 74: friends, neighbours and families all working together. The event relies totally on volunteers, so if you enjoyed being involved – or wish you had been – we'll meet again in September 2018 to start planning the next Village Party for 4th May 2019. Hopefully we'll see you there!
p.s. Emma Shepherd who grew up in Repton has made a lovely on-line video of the afternoon's activities.   Watch it now.

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Speech Day and Leavers' Ball

Repton School will be holding its annual Speech Day on Saturday 1st July and, as in recent years, the day will conclude with a ball for our Upper Sixth pupils and their parents in a marquee on the Paddock, ending at 1 am.

This is a special occasion for the school community and especially our leavers. We very much hope that it will not create any inconvenience to other village residents, but please accept our sincere apologies if any disturbance is caused.

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Host Families Wanted

Would you like to host an international pupil at a local boarding school? Do you have a spare room in your home for occasional weekends and half term holidays?

Pippa's Guardians is a family run company, established 19 years ago. We are the educational guardians for our students and recruiting the right host families is vital.

As a host family you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to a student studying here in the UK, often a very long way from home. It is a unique opportunity to learn about different cultures and form friendships across the world.

There is no ideal host family profile – we have all kinds of families and retired couples. The main qualification is that you are caring and patient and enjoy spending time with children and teenagers. We pay attractive daily rates. Find out more at pippasguardians.co.uk or contact Imogen on 01684 252757.

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Repton Village Hall

The Village Hall management committee will hold its AGM at the hall at 7.30 pm on Monday 26th June. New members are always welcome, and this will be an interesting year with plenty to do.

We are particularly (but not only) looking for someone with an interest in social media so we can keep villagers up to date with progress on the development of the new hall. Although many still prefer print, increasing numbers now get local news from electronic devices.

Last month the committee submitted a report to the parish council summarising current and future issues with the hall building. We are seeking the council's help and advice to explore funding avenues that we cannot access alone. New sources are needed to match what we currently have available and might raise over the year.

Note that Repton Village Hall Fundraising Committee is separate from the management committee. The management committee are very grateful to this team who work so hard on our behalf and have put us into a good position. Please continue to support their events. There's something for everyone!

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Mobile Library, Tuesday 6th June
Repton village hall, 10.15-11.30 : The Square, 11.35-1.00

The library has a four-weekly timetable, not monthly. Its July visit is on the 4th. For the Long Eaton base, contact 01629 531398; for the van, 0780 904 4405.

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An invitation to all local students: Repton School GAP Fair

If you are in the Sixth Form (years 12 and 13) and thinking of a Gap Year, you will be very welcome to join us at Repton School Gap Fair on Tuesday 13th June from 6.30 to 8.45 pm in Repton School Science Priory. Here you will meet representatives from a range of companies offering a variety of opportunities from volunteering to skiing, cookery to art history, conservation to community work.

If you would like to attend, wish to know more, or don't know where the Science Priory is, please contact Rebecca Auterson.

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One Day Jitty Closure, Thursday 27th July

The jitty between Repton School Art School and the Priory boarding house will be closed for one day only on Thursday 27th July. The alternative route to re-join the jitty up to Mitre Drive is via Burton Road and the footpath between the Red Lion Public House and Greedy Pig Butchers.

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Repton Village History Group

Catrine Jarman and her team from Bristol University are back in Repton this month to continue their work in the vicarage garden. On Tuesday 20th June she will be talking to us about the current understanding of what they found last year, now that the finds have been better analysed and they have had time to consider. She will also bring us up to date with findings in this year's dig. Another open evening on site in planned for Wednesday 21st June. Because we have to limit numbers, please book through Andy Austen.

Robert Mee made a return visit in May to give a potted history of the development of railway technology from the ancient Greeks to the 1900s and describe how this had affected the way the network developed. This led on to Bradshaw's invention of the timetables published as a pocket book updated many times a year. Never easy to use, it grew in size as the network developed and included numerous advertisements, mainly for hotels. Robert pointed out that the book Michael Portillo carries on his TV journeys is the guide, not the timetables. He then went on to describe a journey from around 1922 from Kirk Langley to Skegness on the Great Northern Line, exploring places where the train stopped on the way. The return journey was mostly via the Midland Railway and got them home after about a 16 hour day, including 13 hours on the train!

How long will monthly meetings continue?

Following our AGM, it is very probable that we will be changing the shape of the History Group, moving to a more flexible, project-based arrangement without monthly meetings but with informal forums as needed and occasional speakers. However, the programme to the end of 2017 stands. (Dates are in the diary on pages 36-37.)

All are welcome to our meetings at 7.30 pm on the third Tuesday of almost every month in Repton village hall, members £2, visitors £3. For further information on the History Group, please contact Andy Austen.

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Repton Village Society

In May Ann Featherstone regaled us with the history of the Victorian Music Hall from its early development in local hostelries through to the large and sometimes downright dangerous large-scale venues. Gaslights, wooden buildings, flammable fabrics, restricted access and lack of ventilation could all combine in dramatic fashion. Ann introduced us to the characters gracing the boards and the songs they were famous for, many of which are still familiar to most of us, and entertained us with stories of the artists' rise and fall together with renditions of their songs. A very enjoyable evening.

Later in the month a group of 21 members enjoyed an impressive evening visit to Gibson Technology (previously known as Zytec). After an introduction to the company and its history we were shown around. When Zytec Electronics at Lichfield was sold, the facility in Repton was renamed but continues to operate in the same way, designing and producing racing car engines for touring car classes across the world. The firm has a history of innovation and operates to the highest levels of quality, specification and reliability within standards controlled by the international motor racing bodies.

Their latest engine design is a 4.2 litre V8 engine producing 600 bhp. The company is supplying over 20 units for the touring class at Le Mans 24 hour race. Not only did we see the high tech manufacturing area with its amazing computer controlled machines but we were also able to observe an engine being tested on a simulated lap of Le Mans; the next time that engine will run is at the actual race. The engineering used to minimise the impact of the facility on the surrounding neighbourhood is also to the highest standard. We are very grateful to Gibson Technology for this opportunity to see behind the scenes.

On Thursday 1st June, 7.30 pm at Repton village hall, Mike Higginbottom will talk on the Victorian masterpiece that is St Pancras Station. All are welcome to join us.

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Scouts

Scouts were blessed with perfect conditions for their camping / hiking weekend at Edale in early May. They all completed a tough hike up from Edale onto Kinder Scout and back down Jacob's Ladder – the attraction of ice cream at Upper Booth on the way back was sufficient to re-energise weary legs.

On Wednesday evenings Scouts have been out in the village working on their navigation skills with an orienteering exercise around the school grounds and then a historical quiz / treasure hunt using 19th century maps. At the end of May we had our first visit of the summer to Burton Canoe Club. We have two more sessions planned in June, and by the end of the three sessions Scouts should have completed their Paddle Sports badge.

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

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Annual Yard Sale, Saturday 1st July from 9.30 am

We are collecting once again for our annual Yard Sale at 2, 3 and 5 Monsom Lane, and will be happy to relieve you of anything saleable. Items such as small furniture, bric-a-brac, books and soft furnishings linens are all very welcome.

All proceeds go to charity, so if you have anything you wish to donate, please call me, Sue Banks, 701726, for further information or to arrange collection.

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Repton W.I.

Nothing in the title of Sami Whaley's topic for our May meeting, 'Don't be a Plonker', gave any clue about its subject, flower arranging. Sami demonstrated how to arrange flowers in a vase and gave useful tips on the choice of flowers, how to care for them, and how to extend the life of your bouquet.

Joint President Ann Davidson talked about the plans to celebrate the centenary of Repton W.I. next June. There had already been a good response to requests to help.

At our June meeting on the 13th – 7.15 pm in Repton village hall – we will welcome a member of staff from the Boot Inn to demonstrate how to mix a good cocktail and a mocktail. Visitors are very welcome.

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Traffic Warning
The Download Festival, 7th - 11th June

Because of roadworks on the A453 between junctions 23a and 24 of the M1 the Download Festival at Donnington Park is expected to cause major traffic disruption. Accordingly, for the first time a significant traffic flow will be routed through Repton and Milton (Toyota Roundabout – B5008 south through Willington – Repton – Milton – Ticknall – Kings Newton and into the site on the B587). At peak times, traffic in Brook End will be managed with a 'stop / go' board.

Campers arrive from Wednesday 7th to Friday 9th June. Wednesday and Friday are the peak days. Over the weekend the roads will be busy from 8 am to noon and in the evening from 9.30 to 11.30 pm when day ticket holders are arriving and leaving.

The highest volume of traffic leaving the festival is expected between the night of Sunday 11th and the afternoon of Monday 12th June.

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Repton Parish Council

New Parish Council Chairman: Following the last elections to the Parish Council in 2015, the Council decided that the role of Chairman should rotate annually, and at this year's Annual General Meeting in May Trevor Skeith was elected for the coming year. Councillors wish him well.

Summer Play at The Mitre Field: The Parish Council has organized various free activities for young people during the summer school holiday. They are funded by the Parish Council and free of charge for all local young people.

Tuesday 1st August	2 – 4 pm	Adventure Mobile
Friday 11th August	1 – 4 pm	Big Fun Friday
Tuesday 15th August	2 – 4 pm	Play Mobile
Tuesday 22nd August	2 – 4 pm	Sports Mobile

We hope that these activities will provide fun and enjoyment during the school summer holidays! They do, however, require fine weather! Mark your diaries now. There will be more information in next month's magazine.

Neighbourhood Development Plan: The Neighbourhood Development Plan is now ready for formal submission to South Derbyshire District Council. The authority will carry out a final check to ensure that the Plan and all accompanying documents comply with legal requirements. Once they are satisfied that everything is in order, they will formally publicise, for a minimum of 6 weeks, the fact that the proposed plan has been submitted. At this point those who live, work or carry on business in the area covered by our plan can submit further comments to the local planning authority, who will then pass them on to the person undertaking the independent examination. At the Parish Council meeting Councillors thanked Councillor Ewan Thompson and the Committee for the hard work they had all put into it.

Next meeting: Monday 12th June 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

Farewell

After nine decades in Foremark and latterly Repton (and five years after receiving a leaving present!) Betty Thorley is moving to Sale with her daughter, Jenny Handsley, to be closer to Jenny's family.

Throughout her life Betty has been associated with St Saviour's Church where her mother was both organist and churchwarden. Betty was baptised and later married there, and, following in her mother's footsteps, served as warden for over 20 years. She has also served on the P.C.C. for more years than she cares to remember but finally had to resign due to the impending move. We give thanks for her faithful life and ministry, and wish her and Jenny well in the future.

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Milton Open Gardens
Sunday 4th June, 1 to 6 pm

A diverse range of at least 12 gardens will be open, from small cottage to larger landscapes. Parking is free, and the gardens are easily accessible with most lying along Main Street and a further group at The Waterworks. To fuel you on your way, the W.I. will be serving refreshments and home-made cakes in the village hall, and there are scarecrows to enliven your walk.

Admission costs £5 per person with free entry for children under 16, but do bring a little money as some gardens will have plants for sale. Everyone is assured of a very warm welcome, but we regret we can't allow dogs into the gardens.

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Milton Village Hall

After hosting the Dead Secrets Theatre Group this February in 'Hickory Dickory Murder', we are delighted to hear that we have been nominated for the most friendly village hall.

To hire Milton village hall, contact Polly Faulkner.

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Free Self-Defence Class for Disabled People

Duncan Hogg has run self-defence classes in Milton for the last 10 years. A qualified and DBS checked martial arts instructor with over 30 years' experience, he also has a qualification in sign language.

ANYbody with ANY disability

On Tuesday nights from 7 to 8 pm he offers FREE classes for disabled people; Duncan and his team will try to teach self-defence to anybody with any disability.

A Monday night class is currently full and a waiting list is in operation.

So, on Tuesday night, free classes for disabled people in a fun atmosphere. There are no hidden charges. All enquiries to Duncan Hogg on 07973 663601.

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Milton W.I.

At our May meeting, following a delicious supper served by the committee, members discussed the two resolutions for the national AGM in Liverpool this month, 'alleviating loneliness' and 'plastic soup'. Two short films were shown relating to the resolutions and members cast their votes.

For Tuesday 27th June Jan Tunstall has booked a visit to Derby Cathedral, St Mary's Chapel and the Poppies at Derby Silk Mill, followed by lunch at The Council House.

Milton W.I. is catering for the Open Gardens on Sunday 4th June and will be serving home-made cakes and gallons of tea and coffee.

At our meeting on Wednesday 21st June, 7.30 pm in Milton village hall, fellow member Sue Carey will give a talk about her work as a volunteer at Tutbury Castle. New members and visitors are very welcome to join us.

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Newton Solney Village Matters

Newton Solney C of E Infant School

Community Collective Worship for parents, carers and local residents is on the first Thursday of the month, so please join us in the school hall at 9.15 am on Thursday 8th June. You will be very welcome. The next will be on 6th July.

The school Summer Fair is on Saturday 15th July from 12 to 2.30 pm. More details to follow nearer the time.

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Newton Solney W.I.

The May meeting was extremely busy; normal business, Resolution voting, the AGM, the Craft Cup competition and an interesting speaker made up a varied agenda! Forthcoming events outlined to members included walks, garden visits and local get- togethers. Reports to the AGM confirm that Newton Solney remains a busy and vibrant W.I. The existing committee all remain in place for the coming year and President Vanessa Archer was resoundingly re-elected.

The Craft Cup was awarded to Hazel Ward for her excellent knitting skills. The maternity unit at Derby Royal will be very pleased with the hats for premature babies that all the competition entrants have been busy knitting.

Our speaker, Becky Tucker, gave a fascinating talk on her profession of Nutritional Therapy, the application of nutritional science to individuals. She certainly gave us lots of food for thought.

The June meeting on Tuesday 13th – 7.30 pm in the village hall – is not to be missed. Simon Evetts of Champagne Taittinger is to tell us all about this famous Champagne House. Denise Parker will provide flowers and committee members will assist with refreshments.

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Newton Solney Tuesday Club

At our AGM in May, all the committee were voted back into their posts; the Chairman thanked them for their hard work and support throughout the year, and also thanked members for their continued support of the various activities. The meeting was followed by afternoon tea.

Tuesday 6th June at 2.30 pm

A business meeting followed by Joan Buchanan demonstrating a 'summer arrangement'. This will also be a practical session where people try their hand at producing something to take home. If possible, you are asked to bring a pair of secateurs as well as greenery and / or flowers from your garden, though Joan will also bring along materials for you.

Tuesday 20th June: A trip to Melton Mowbray and Market

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

Tuesday 27th June: Whist Drive starting at 7 pm in the village hall.

If you would like further information about the Tuesday Club or any of our activities, please contact our Secretary, Jane, on 01283 564520.

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 55 or over, of limited means, capable of looking after themselves, and have been EITHER 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. Registered Charity No. 214465

Newton Solney Parish Council

Bus Shelter: Councillors are pleased to announce the arrival of a much needed bus shelter in Main Street. Following a unanimous vote to replace the existing shelter the Council will now take the plan forward.

Dog fouling: The Parish Council is still receiving complaints about dog fouling. Parishioners should notify any nuisance behaviour to the Safer Neighbourhood Team. £1,000 fine can now be imposed for not cleaning up after a dog. A patrol team will also be checking the site on a regular basis to deter offenders.

Recreational Field: The Parish Council has applied to the Big Lottery Fund and to Tesco's for a Bags of Help grant, for the creation of a trim trail on the Recreational Field. We are still waiting for a response.

Planning permission granted

Alterations and extensions to the Lodge adjacent to the hotel. Extension and alterations at 5 St Mary's Close; extension of gable end. Demolition of flat roof, two storey extension and flat roof in Main Street.

Planning permission refused

Agricultural shed at Newton Mount

Planning permission pending

Play equipment at Newton Solney School. Felling of oak tree at 22 Main Street. Listed building consent at The Lodge. Three Limes. Felling conifer tree at 1 Newton Park. Front extension at 9 Newton Close. Two dwellings at Brook Bank, Winshill.

Next meeting: Friday 9th June at 7.30 pm in the village hall. All are welcome.

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South Derbyshire

Bird Walk at Rosliston Forestry Centre
Saturday 10th June

This month you can join a guided walk to learn about the centre's bird life with expert Brian George. Meet at 9.45 am for a 10 am start in the centre foyer. The walk is 2 miles long and there are no stiles. For more information, call 01283 563483.

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You and your Pet

Poisons and Pets

At the surgery we are seeing a rise in cases of pets being poisoned. Not deliberate poisoning but usually the result of a young, over-exuberant dog (frequently a Labrador or Cockapoo) stealing something it shouldn't. Poisons vary from corrosive substances such as bleach and batteries through chocolate, grapes, lilies, raisins, to slug bait and increasingly to human medications, perhaps because these are being increasingly dispensed. Common toxins include Ibuprofen, Paracetamol and Psoriasis cream.

Human medication gives us, as vets, a problem, in that we don't always know what is toxic to pets. To our rescue comes the 'Veterinary Poisons Information Service', a collective of specialists based at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital in London. If in doubt we give them a call.

Speed of treatment is always key with poisons, so if you are aware of a problem contact your vet immediately. We may need to make your pet vomit, line the stomach with activated charcoal or put them on a drip to protect the kidneys. Occasionally, more drastic measures may be needed such as stomach pumping, surgery or anticonvulsant therapy. If you suspect your pet has eaten something DO NOT make them sick. Call your vet as quickly as possible, and if possible take a sample of the poison to your vet.

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Neighbourhood Watch

If even the largest organisations can be crypto-locked, so can we when we don't keep our defences up-to-date or are careless online. So:

•	Install system and application updates on all devices immediately they are available.
•	Install anti-virus software on all devices and keep it updated.
•	Create regular backups of important files on a device that isn't left connected to your network as any malware infection could spread to that too.

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

Summer bulbs, corms and tubers

Now that June has arrived, it should be safe to plant out tender plants but late frosts are still possible; begonias and busy Lizzies are the most vulnerable.

The benign climate we experience in this area allows us to grow a huge range of plants from all over the world. As a nation we are particularly aware of the weather when it is too wet or too cold, but here it is rarely too cold, too hot, too dry, too wet or too windy for prolonged periods. As more and more plants become available it can be confusing to know what will work for you. Plants are given a UK hardiness rating from H1a – H7 where H1a shows that a plant must be in the greenhouse or indoors all year, H2 indicates frost free, H3 half-hardy and so on till H7 where a plant can survive spells below 20°C. I find I can grow plants rated H5 and above in all but the coldest winters, and H4 plants in sheltered, well drained spots. Some plant labels include the hardiness rating, and it is easy to look it up on the internet or in gardening catalogues and books. Be careful, however, as the new system, introduced 5 years ago, replaced an earlier system of just four categories, H1 - H4.

Following a very dry spring, last month's welcome rain helped plants recover somewhat. It should also give perfect conditions for planting out annuals and tender perennials, and for late sowings of hardy annuals and vegetable seeds. We grew our best ever leeks last year from a June sowing that we protected against allium leaf miner with fine mesh in August. We never removed the netting however, and the extra winter protection it gave was remarkable.

Jobs in June

•	Keep newly planted trees and shrubs, especially roses, well-watered all through the summer.
•	Divide overcrowded spring bulbs once the foliage has started to turn yellow.
•	Sow biennials such as foxgloves, Sweet Williams and Canterbury bells. I set aside a small seed bed in the vegetable garden for this.
•	Pinch out the tips of fuchsias to increase flowering.
•	Pick your sweet peas and roses regularly – much better than deadheading.
•	At the end of the month, cut back early flowering perennials such as geraniums to encourage a second crop of flowers.
•	Chelsea chop your phlox, asters and other late flowering perennials.
•	Plant out courgettes, corn, beans and other tender plants.
•	Sow fennel. It likes it hot.
•	Earth up potatoes. Harvest early potatoes about 10 weeks after planting.
•	For the biggest and best fruit, thin out apples and pears after the June drop.

Have a good nose around the Repton Open Gardens on 17 - 18th June to get inspiration and see what plants work well locally.