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October 2018

On an Autumn Day 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 and 'Bake Sale' Shell (for children aged 7+) Baptisms, Marriages, Funerals and Burial of Ashes Baptisms Edward Christopher Pettit William John Pettit Mark James Sheppard Francesca Mary Cuthbert Katie Marie Bassett Marriages Clare McCartney and Robin Collard Anthony Cox and Katy Jones Julie Fox and Andrew David Garside Funerals and Burial of Ashes Lilian Langley Christine Wild Helena Wislocka Violet Smith Obituaries George Elliott The Memorial Book Repton Benefice Annual Service of Commemoration, Sunday 4th November Housegroups St Wystan's News Sunday Club for 4 - 11 year olds Services in October Local Diary Event Details Coffee & Cake, Every Tuesday Soup, Cheese and Chat! Wednesday 3rd October Milton Family Harvest Supper, Friday 5th October RBL Table Top Sale, Saturday 6th October RSSC: 1918 - A Musical Reflection, Wednesday 10th October Book Swap, Wednesday 17th October Milton Lunch Club, Thursday 18th October Quiz Evening in Newton Solney, Saturday 20th October Messy Church, Sunday 28th October WW1 Exhibition, 29th October - 9th November Taste the Chocolate! Thursday 1st November Sale of Work and Fun Day, Saturday 3rd November Milton Christmas Bazaar, Saturday 24th November The Great War Remembered 100 years ago, the Vicar wrote . . . Repton Village Hall A party to say 'thank you' Building progress Can you possibly help with storage? Repton Village and History Repton Baby and Toddler Corrected info for Repton Casuals Scouts Repton Village Market Stall Planning Repton Village Party A Fun Night Out, Saturday 17th November Thank you for supporting our Garage Sale Gravel Pit Archaeology Searching for Arthur 'Atty' Maddock Repton Village Show 2018 - Winners Mobile Library, Tuesday 16th October A Golden Opportunity at Broomhills Repton Parish Council Milton, Foremark & St Saviour's Church Milton Village Hall Milton WI Self-defence class for disabled people Newton Solney & St Mary's Church Newton Solney Tuesday Club Newton Solney Show 2018 - Winners Newton Solney WI Newton Solney C of E School Newton Solney Parish Council Health Matters Seasonal Influenza Vaccines Pneumococcal Vaccine NHS Shingles Programme 2018/2019 We need your help! Is your fire alarm a dud? Is your child car seat dirtier than your toilet? South Derbyshire Free Trees You and your Pet Pets get arthritis too! Out of work mousers Charities World Polio Day Neighbourhood Watch Area Forum, Wednesday 10th October Halloween Safety Stop, drop and roll! Trick or Treat Gardening Notes

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On an Autumn Day

As I write this it's a lovely, still, sunny and quiet Autumn day, and the postman has just delivered a postcard with an autumnal scene: mellow and bright, with the sun peeking through a bushy tree and farm-workers with their spade and fork over their shoulders, no doubt enjoying the sunshine as they go to work in the fields.   It's the kind of scene that John Keats pictured so vividly in his 'Ode to Autumn':


A few years ago, we had a visit from my Australian cousin, who was amazed at how inconsistent our Autumn weather could be. When we awoke this morning, the rain was beating against the bedroom window; now, only three hours later, the sunshine is mellow, the wind has dropped, and the gardeners amongst us are, no doubt, sharpening their shears!

We can be thankful that our lives are blessed by the seasons; that we cannot expect every day to be the same and that our world is full of wonderful and amazing gifts. We are surrounded by God's good gifts: a world full of new growth and new life, and surprised by the bounty His love provides for each one of us.

So, at this harvest time, let us thank God for His gifts and the wonder of His love: that constant love which will never leave us.

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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 at St Saviour's
Ann Redfern, 01332 862350

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The United Reformed Church

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Coffee Morning and 'Bake Sale', Saturday 13th October

Come and join us for coffee, treat yourself to delicious home-made cakes and relax with friends! Everyone is welcome!

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SHELL Group, Mondays 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd October, 6.30 – 7.30 pm

For young people aged 7 and over. Activities this month include making sausage rolls, art work and a Wii night! New members are always welcome!

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A Date for your Diary

Christmas Mini Market: Saturday 10th November

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Baptisms

Edward Christopher Pettit, son of James and Heidi Pettit of Repton, together with two of his godparents, William John Pettit of Hunstanton and Mark James Sheppard of Leyton, East London, were baptised on Sunday 19th August at St Wystan's Church.

Francesca Mary Cuthbert, daughter of Jack and Vanessa Cuthbert of Askew Grove, Repton was baptised on Sunday 26th August at St Wystan's Church.

Katie Marie Bassett, daughter of Benjamin and Mary Beth Bassett of New Road, Hilton, was baptised on Sunday 2nd September at St Mary's Church.

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Marriages

Clare McCartney and Robin Collard of Ashby de la Zouch were married at St Mary's Church, Newton Solney, on Saturday 8th September.

Anthony Cox and Katy Jones of Australia were married at St Saviour's Church, Foremark, on Saturday 1st September.

Julie Fox of Repton and Andrew David Garside of Cheadle, Stockport, are to be married at St Wystan's Church on Saturday 29th September.

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Funerals and Burial of Ashes

Lilian Langley of Springfield Road, Repton, died on Wednesday 8th August aged 82. A funeral service at Bretby Crematorium on 5th September was followed by cremation.

Christine Wild of the Crescent, Repton, died on Monday 3rd September aged 68. Her funeral took place on 21st September at St Saviour's Church, Foremark where she was buried beside her parents.

The ashes of the late Helena Wislocka, formerly of Newton Solney, who died on Sunday 14th January, were interred at St Mary's Church on Wednesday 12th September.

The ashes of the late Violet Smith, formerly of Newton Solney, were interred at St Mary's Church on Saturday 15th September.

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Obituaries

George Elliott
1946 – 2018

As Chairman of the Repton & District Royal British Legion Branch, George played a leading role in recent Services of Remembrance, reading the Roll of Honour and the Kohima epitaph.

He worked tirelessly for the Legion over many years, raising funds for both the Branch and Club, running the weekly whist sessions at the Club, and helping with the annual Poppy Appeal. Every year, many flowers grown on his allotment were sold at the auction after the Club's September Show, with proceeds going to the Poppy Appeal.

His commitment to fund-raising not only assisted in achieving a record Poppy Appeal total this year, but contributed greatly to the installation of disabled facilities and other improvements at the Club.   He will be much missed.

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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 4th November, 4 pm at St Wystan's Church

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 Wystan's, and you are most welcome to join us.

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, or you can add the name as you arrive on the day. 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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Housegroups

Intercessory Prayer for Healing meets at 3 Richmond Court at 7.30 pm on Monday 8th October. If you would like us to pray for you or for someone you know, please contact Wendy Longden on 703259.

Woodend Cottage Bible Study Group: After a break in August we meet again on 4th and 18th October at 7.30 pm to continue our studies in Luke's Gospel.

The Pastures Bible Study Group: We meet fortnightly on Thursday evenings from 7.30 to 9 pm to look at passages from the Gospels on the theme of 'Meeting Jesus'. October dates are the 4th and 18th. New members are welcome. Please contact Julia Stentoft on 704436 or Ruth Attwood, 702804.

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St Wystan's News

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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Services in October

Sunday 14th: Harvest Festival – Repton at 9.45, Foremark at 6.30

At St Wystan's there will be a special service with all the traditional harvest hymns, a harvest message for our generation and a parish 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 and toiletries will be most welcome!

And in the evening, we join with Foremarke School for a special Harvest Festival service in the rural setting of St Saviour's; you can' t get closer to the countryside than here! Harvest offerings may be brought for the Padley Centre; toiletries and foodstuffs with a long shelf-life would be most welcome.

Sunday 21st October, at 10 am

Today is our Benefice Communion at Newton Solney. Note that there is no 9.45 service at Repton, but there is Holy Communion at 8 am and Choral Evensong, led by the Wystan singers, at 6.30.

8.00 am Holy Communion

A reminder that 8 am Holy Communion now takes place only on the first and third Sundays of each month – 7th and 21st October.

Coffee & freshly baked Cake for the over 70s – or those nearly there! Every Tuesday, 11 to 12.30 at the Community Room, Fisher Close, Repton Voluntary 50p. Meet others, catch up and relax! Contact Victoria Dunn

Soup, Cheese and Chat! Wednesday 3rd 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 Family Harvest Supper Friday 5th October at 7 pm prompt in Milton Village Hall If children would like to make a monster or animal from vegetables and / or fruit it will be used for the Harvest Display A prize for every entry made Hot and cold buffet with apple pie to follow Tea and coffee included, but please bring your own tipple. Vegetarians catered for – just let us know beforehand. Tickets £8, under 12s £4 from Sue, 01283 701978, or Polly, 01283 703436

Repton Royal British Legion Club, 43 High Street, Repton Table Top Sale Saturday 6th October, 10 am - noon Tables £5 To book your spot or for more details, phone Sue Banks on 701727

Repton School Concerts Society 1918 – A Musical Reflection Wednesday 10th October at 7.45 in the Robert Beldam Hall Following the success of last year's Spanish-themed concert, Repton School Music Department's team of professional musicians present an evening of music reflecting the centenary of the deaths of Parry and Debussy, the end of the First World War, and the 100th birthday of Leonard Bernstein. Tickets for this concert are £13.50 and £10.50 (concessions). Season tickets £55. For further information or tickets contact Sue Parker, 56 Askew Grove, Repton, DE65 6GR

Book Swap Wednesday 17th October, 11 am - noon in St Wystan's Church and every 3rd Wednesday in the month Coffee and biscuits £1, and a chance to borrow books and jigsaws Chat and loans are free! Also at the first Wednesday 'Soup, Cheese and Chat'

Milton Lunch Club Thursday 18th October, 12.30 pm in Milton Village Hall.   £5. 1940s Soup Kitchen! Contact Lynn, 704540, Sue, 701978, or Polly, 703436 Everyone welcome wherever you live! If you need transport, let us know

Quiz Evening in Newton Solney Newton Solney Village Hall, Saturday 20th October at 7.30 pm £10 per team of four to include refreshments Please bring your own drinks; wine glasses will be provided If you are interested in coming along, but aren't in a team of 4, do contact us so that we can put teams together to include you To book, please contact Sue Elson, 703604, or Hazel Ward, 701244

Jesus the Life-giver! Messy Church Activities, celebration and food for all the family St Wystan's Church, Sunday 28th 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 & District Royal British Legion Club An Exhibition Commemorating the Great War 29th October - 9th November, 11 am to 3 pm War memorabilia including medals, newspapers, posters, photographs, books, some on loan from residents of Repton and the surrounding area Tea, coffee and biscuits available throughout No charge but donations to the Poppy Appeal The bar will also open for you to buy soft drinks and alcoholic beverages Everyone is invited! ENTRY FREE Whether you are a Legion regular or have never been here before, you are very welcome.

Repton Village Society Taste the Chocolate! A Talk & Tasting by Barry Colenso, a professional Chocolatier Thursday 1st November, 7.30 pm at Repton Village Hall Members £5, visitors £6 To reserve your place, ring Peter on 703748

Repton Village and School Sale of Work and Fun Day Saturday 3rd November from 2.30 pm in the grounds of Repton School FREE Entry All Day Stalls for every taste       Competitions and prizes Refreshments       Raffles Children's activities including face painting and games from Lichfield Entertainments A spectacular fireworks display at 5.30 pm seasonal snacks & drinks available All money raised is donated to local, national and international charities

St Saviour's Christmas Bazaar Saturday 24th November, 10 am - noon Milton Village Hall Entry £2 includes Tea / Coffee and Mince Pie Gift and Cake Stalls : Fantastic Raffle : Tombola

The Great War Remembered

100 years ago, the Vicar wrote . . .

The war news from all fronts continues to be eminently satisfactory. Nearly all the Holy Land has been freed from oppression; English troops are occupying Nazareth, the home sacred to all Christians, and I trust by Christmas all Syria will be under our rule. The Austrians are putting out proposals for peace, couched in the most hypocritical and unctuous language. They have had their answer, plain and unswerving, from the United States, and doubtless the Allies in general will follow suit. But there is still one thing which every patriotic Englishman must lay in his inmost heart, and that is to listen to no suggestions whatsoever as to peace terms until the military defeat of the enemy is accomplished. If we hang on now, and bear hardness for a little while longer, we shall have the reward of seeing true liberty and righteousness established on the earth. And for that our noble sailors, soldiers, airmen, and nurses have freely given their lives.

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Repton Village Hall

A party to say 'thank you'

Following the success of the music festival in June, we are in discussion with Symphonic Winds about putting on an afternoon concert and with Agent Utah about one in the evening, probably on 3rd or 10th November, both Saturdays. These are a way of saying thank you to the village for supporting the hall's redevelopment, not fundraisers, and we hope that any charge will be minimal. Final details will be in next month's parish magazine and on the village hall website.

Progress

The structural engineer has finalised a solution for the foundations after the ground underneath was found to be 'soft'. Consultants have been appointed to advise on the electrics, acoustic performance of the hall and lighting for the whole site. When the hall closes on 30th November, there will be an intrusive asbestos survey before demolition is allowed. A project manager from Armsons is ably guiding us through it all.

The detail of the interior is being finalised with the team from BiDesign. This is not an easy task as every decision affects the next. The aim is to specify fittings that are both durable and affordable. Planning the kitchen and storage areas for optimum use has entailed a lot of detailed work; every project requires an element of compromise. Storage is an issue in every hall, and we visited quite a few to get ideas. We have taken on board the advice that long term storage does need to be charged for. This will not be popular, but it reflects the cost to us to provide secure space. Similarly there will be a donation box on the front of the building, and casual users of the car park not attending the hall will be encouraged to make an offering. Again, this is because there is a considerable cost in providing a safe surface. People are generous at Ticknall village hall car park, so we live in hope.

Can you help with storage?

Could we ask a brave question? Would anyone have a good amount of garage or storage space free for 8 or 9 months, so we can store items from the hall during rebuilding? We would be very grateful as commercial storage is so expensive.

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Repton Village & History

Repton Baby and Toddler

In September we held a Macmillan coffee morning. Thank you to Sally for organising it, it was great to raise money for charity whilst enjoying some delicious cake. In October we have Repton's Commando Dad joining us, as well as the dentist and the librarian.

We meet every Wednesday at Repton village hall, from 9.45 to 11.45. Everyone welcome from 0 to school age. Just turn up. Please keep a close eye on our Facebook page for information on where we will be from December while the village hall is closed.

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Corrected contact info for Repton Casuals Soccer School

Soccer School is for children in reception and school years 1 and 2. For information, contact Matt German, 07468 607739, or Dave Jacobs, 01283 701361 or 07866 717119.

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Scouts

Due to work commitments, Jason Large has now handed over the reins to Peter Tubby, although he will continue to help out when he can. If you would like to know more about Scouts, or if you are interested in joining and would like to join the waiting list, contact Peter.

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Repton Village Market Stall
for Repton Sale of Work & Fun Day, Saturday 3rd November

This stall relies totally on your contributions. It is always very popular and every year makes a significant contribution to the total raised for charity.

We would be delighted to receive items of homemade produce such as jams, jelly, marmalade, chutney and home bakery. And for those who neither make nor bake, our 'Bottles and Jars' tombola is always delighted to accept donations of – well, anything in a bottle or jar!

Finally, if you would like to be involved by helping with this very worthwhile village input to the Sale of Work, I'd love to hear from you!

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Repton Village Party, Saturday 4th May 2019
Planning meeting, Monday 8th October, 7.30 pm at The Red Lion

A reminder that we are hoping to see lots of you at the first planning meeting for the 2019 Village Party!

This is a real village occasion, an afternoon of traditional entertainment and activity and involves everyone, all ages and all interests – everyone is welcome!

For more information, contact Frances Wimbush or Lynne Skeith, or just come and join us at the Red Lion. Bring plenty of ideas and enthusiasm!

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A Fun Night Out
Saturday 17th November, 7.15 for 7.30 pm prompt, Repton Village Hall

Do come and join in our annual village quiz; it costs just £5 per person. We play in teams of four, and now is the time to be getting yours together. 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.

It is always an evening of friendly rivalry, frustration and fun, with a wide range of questions to prod your brain into action. Don't forget to bring your own drink and glasses too for that extra bit of stimulation. Contact Jan Gillham or Carol Lloyd.

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Thank you for supporting our Garage Sale

The contribution of so many kind people, and the help of friends, family and neighbours led to a very successful result for our sale, with nearly £2,000 raised so far. We will give the final amount next month. A huge 'thank you' to you all. And a huge thank you too to Sue and her husband, Dennis, who have run their garage sale, an event that requires months of hard work, every year since at least 2005. All proceeds go directly to charities which over the years have included Cancer Research, Macmillan Cancer Support, the National Autistic Society, Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, Repton Village Hall, Repton Evergreens and Repton Royal British Legion.

They can be very proud of their achievement; many have cause to be truly grateful.

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Repton Village Society

In September, David McDowell, a local bee farmer with over one hundred hives, really extended our understanding of bees and their lifecycles. His wide knowledge formed the basis of a fascinating talk covering not only the honey bee (which forms colonies of up to 60,000) but also bumble bees, single bees (that form colonies of 20) and wasps, which all make up this family of insects.

The life cycle of the honey bee is complex and ruthless: when a bee has completed its appointed task, be it drone, worker or even queen, then it is got rid of; the survival of the colony overrides all other considerations. Last winter, David's management of his hives minimised his losses, even through the 'Beast from the East', and the long summer has enabled the bees to provide a good harvest.

On Thursday 4th October, 7.30 pm in Repton village hall, Ashley Franklin will be talking on 'My Derbyshire Life'. Ashley will be giving us reminiscences from his work as a noted local journalist and photographer. He has spent a long time working for Derbyshire Life magazine as one of its chief contributors and knows the county, its history and personalities very well. His talks are always very well received.

On Thursday 1st November we have a talk about 'Chocolate' – not merely a talk, but also a tasting! –.from Barry Colenso, a professional chocolatier. To help towards the costs there will be a small charge, £5 for RVS members and £6 for visitors. And if you still have room, there will also be wine and nibbles after the talk, as is normal for our November meeting – it should all be very enjoyable. To reserve your place, ring me on 703748, contact rvssec@reptonvillage.org.uk, or speak to any committee member.

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Repton WI

After the summer break we had lot of catching up to do at a very busy meeting when we were also entertained by Paul Newsham with his 'Monopoly board' tour of London's streets. Among the many interesting facts that emerged: Buckingham Palace has 775 rooms; there are 1,300 flight movements in an out of London Heathrow every day; and 300 different languages are spoken in the City.

Congratulations to Lucine McClean who celebrated her 90th birthday in September. She received flowers and a card from the members, we all sang 'Happy Birthday', and then, to much applause, Paul serenaded her with 'If you were the Only Girl in the World'.

On 18th September we combined Happy Hour in The Red Lion with organising the programme for 2019. Lots of varied and interesting events are planned – details to follow.

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 9th October, the Annual Meeting followed by 'Fizz and Chips' – always popular!

Other events in October

Coffee Morning – October date to be arranged.
Craft & Chatter – October date to be arranged.
Happy Hour, Wednesday 17th October at 6.30 pm in the Boot.
At Repton Literary Festival, 26th – 28th October, we will be serving our popular tea and cakes from 2 - 4.30 pm on the Saturday.

See our Facebook page for more details. And do come along and join the fun – visitors are always welcome!

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Gravel Pit Archaeology - Repton Village History Group

A contact with Bill Newton, the manager of the CEMEX aggregates quarry near Willington, led to the archaeologists there coming in September to tell Repton and Willington History Groups about finds in the gravel pits. For their talk in St Wystan's Church we had an audience of about 80.

Bill explained that aggregates are crucial to the country, needed for everything from building houses and hospitals to bridges and roads, and Derbyshire's geology means our river valleys provide a lot of it. Before permission for extraction is given, quarrying companies have to go through a painstaking approval process, including geophysical surveys and test excavations. Archaeologists then keep watch as mechanical diggers take each bucket load of topsoil up, and only when all signs of archaeology have been studied is the process repeated for subsequent levels. In fact most artefacts are found at the level where the aggregates and upper levels meet.

Two archaeologists then described what had been found in the excavations and nearby. In the dry portions of the site, a number of ditches suggested round houses and field boundaries as well as ancient water courses (paleochannels). Finds of worked flint and sherds of pottery, including a beautiful little flint arrowhead, were on display. It seems that stone age settlements were re-used and rebuilt by later generations right through the bronze, iron and Roman ages and into Anglo-Saxon times.

In the wetter areas, the ancient channels were explored. Samples of pollen and insects should reveal a lot about the vegetation and land use in earlier times. Particularly exciting are around 170 oak stakes driven through the top soils into the submerged gravels along the edge of an old river channel. They are split timbers but not from large tree-trunks. Often they are pieces that might be rejected for building. There are also remnants of a wattle panel. They are too small for dating by dendrochronology (counting tree rings), but carbon dating suggests a late medieval date, between 1426 and 1635. Were they fish weirs, a mill, or (what is most likely) revetments to protect a river bank from erosion? It is rare to find timbers of relatively late date on levels where much earlier archaeology can also be found, but the river can cut across areas several times, reducing ground levels to those of earlier times.

One exhibit was the end of a post which had been cut to a point by a metal axe. Lines along the cut surface demonstrate that the axe head was damaged with chips along the cutting edge.

It was an excellent evening and we are very grateful to CEMEX and Bill Newton, the archaeologists from Trent and Peak Archaeological Trust and to St Wystan's Church. For further information contact Andy Austen.

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Arthur 'Atty' Maddock

Carl Maddock is looking for any information about his grandfather, Arthur 'Atty' Maddock, who used to play drums at one of the Repton pubs. Born in 1918 in Repton, he was brought up by his grandmother, Mary Amelia Maddock (née Holmes), who was married to James Maddock. His mother, Edith Maud Maddock, left Arthur as a baby, married and moved to Oulton in Staffordshire. Arthur died in in 1952 when Carl's father was 8, so they have no memories of him and only two photographs. Any information about Arthur or his family would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Chris Lloyd to be put in touch.

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Repton Village Show 2018

On the first Saturday in September, Repton's gardeners displayed some fantastic fruits and vegetables for the annual Village Show. The bakers, photographers and handcrafters added their expertise to ensure all the exhibits were of a very high standard. Although entry numbers were down – hardy surprising after such an untypical growing season – the show was still a success. Congratulations to all the prize winners.

Winners of the special prizes and cups

Alan Peach	Boot Trophy	Best vegetable exhibit
Robert Crockett	John Crockett Trophy	Most points in the vegetable section
Michael Simm	Argyle Trophy	Best fruit exhibit
Andrew Wilson	Marjorie Boddice Trophy	Best sunflower
Robert Crockett	McLean Cup	Adrian Argyle
Caroline Thompson	Silver Tray	Best produce exhibit
Julie Groom	Photographic Shield
Alan Peach	Cup	Best flower exhibit
Gay Prevett	Handicraft Plate
Kathryn Auterson	Zak's Cup	Most points in the children's section
Flowence Jones	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.

Please remember, the show is open to all, and we really do welcome new people. There would be no show without competitors, so do think about entering something next year, and look out for the schedule. It will be in the Parish Magazine in the spring – in plenty of time for you to choose your targets.

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Mobile Library Tuesday 16th October
Repton village hall, 10.15-11.30 : The Square, 11.35-1.00

The library has something for everyone including fiction and non-fiction for adults and children, large print books, and books on tape and CD. There is a lift for wheelchair users, but if you are genuinely housebound and have no one to visit the library for you, there is also a home library service. If you think you might qualify, call 01629 539 140 to arrange an assessment.

The library works to a four-weekly timetable so in November it should be here on the 13th. For the Long Eaton base, contact 01629 531398; for the van, 0780 904 4405.

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A Golden Opportunity at Broomhills

ln the 1960s a muddy lane led up to a hingeless, five-barred wooden gate which, like the wooden changing room, was well past its sell-by date. The changing room, rusty children's swings, a roundabout and an aluminium climbing frame were the target for vandalism and glass bottles from local pubs. Over the years the Parish Council, with the help of South Derbyshire, has upgraded the facilities. A brick pavilion and changing rooms were built in the 1980s, named in honour of Iris Bentley’s many years of service as Chair of the Parish Council. Unlike the field, which is wholly owned by the Parish Council, part of the building is owned by SDDC and part by the Parish Council which is currently working on a significant refurbishment. In 2012, registration as a 'Field in Trust' led to a grant to improve the car park. The dangerous play equipment has long since been removed.

Repton Casuals

Repton has fielded a football team since 1887, possibly before, and Repton Casuals came on the scene in 1947. During the football season they have first call on the playing fields, and over the years have done much to improve them. In the 1960s there was just one full size soccer pitch used by three weekend senior teams. It was open to cruel winds from the south-east, but following a planting campaign over the last 30 years, is now completely surrounded and sheltered by a band of trees. The late Roger Bossier donated and planted around 80 trees whilst Roger Denniss planted a row along the northern border. The playing surface is flat, and houses a junior pitch and a five-a-side pitch in addition to the full size pitch and a cricket square. For some sixteen years the latter was used by Ticknall Cricket Club, but has not been used since they relocated in 2016.

A Field in Trust

In 2012 the Parish Council learnt that its bid to register Broomhills Playing Field as a Field in Trust had been successful. This was a significant milestone. The Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge was launched to commemorate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, ensuring that everyone has access to permanently protected outdoor space. Broomhills is one of the 2012 open play spaces throughout the country that are now fully protected by the scheme.

An Opportunity for Clubs and Activities

With the help of development moneys, there is now a golden opportunity for groups in the village to come together and perhaps form a sports group of some kind. Broomhills today is a splendid facility, far removed from the muddy lane and hingeless gate of the 1960s. Over the years it has been used by a number of groups, as well as sports besides football and cricket, and the Parish Council would welcome interest from local residents who are keen to develop new clubs and activities. To contact them, see below.

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Repton Parish Council

Allotments: We currently have a very small waiting list for allotment plots that become vacant. These are often returned during the winter months or at renewal time in January. If you live in Repton or Milton and wish to be considered for a plot, please contact me to add your name to the list.

Broomhills Field and Pavilion is a village facility available for use by local sporting clubs. The Parish Council is currently applying for additional funding to improve and renovate the pavilion, and would welcome additional interest from local groups who are keen to develop new clubs and activities. If you know of any clubs or groups, please ask them to contact the Parish Council to discuss their requirements.

Free Large Water Bottles: We still have a few 15 litre water bottles left, free to collect. If you cut off the base they make ideal plastic cloches for plants, especially those in pots. If you would like one, please contact me on Monday or Wednesdays afternoons.

Repton Planter and Sign: The Parish Council has asked for a meeting with a representative of the Highways Department at Derbyshire County Council to agree a suitable location for a planter in Repton. The two planters in Milton, supplied by the Parish Council, have looked beautiful this summer, and it is hoped that one will be in full bloom in Repton next year. The Parish Council has also agreed to purchase a fourth 'Repton historic capital of Mercia' sign, which, again after consultation with DCC, will be located at the Wood End entrance to the village.

Cinder Track, Repton: The Parish Council has repeatedly asked for the shrubs and brambles at the side of the Cinder Track to be cut back. Many local residents have also reported the problem. The matter was mentioned again at our September meeting and we are grateful to District Councillor Peter Smith who, on our behalf, pursued the issue with SDDC. (P.S. The work has now been done.)

Parish Meeting: Twice a year, currently in March and October, the Parish Council holds a Parish Meeting, the Spring meeting in Repton and the autumn one in Milton. At Parish Council meetings, rules limit the right of the public to speak: for most of the time only Councillors may speak. At Parish Meetings public participation is fully allowed. They are an opportunity for the people of the parishes we represent to raise local issues that may not always be discussed at the Parish Council meetings.

Next meeting: Monday 8th October in Milton Village Hall. The Parish Meeting is at 7.00 pm, followed by the Parish Council Meeting at 7.30. All are welcome.

Susan Reilly, Clerk to the Council
Parish Council Office, 40 High Street,  t: 01283 701309

Parish Council Office, 40 High Street

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Milton, Foremark & St Saviour's Church

Milton Village Hall

At present we are looking forward to the Harvest Supper, but a date further ahead for your diary is Saturday 9th February, when we look forward to a Live & Local production of Oscar Wilde's wonderfully witty play, 'The Importance of Being Earnest'.

To hire Milton village hall, contact Polly Faulkner. With the chillier months fast approaching, it is reassuring to know that over the last two years, the hall has been extensively refurbished outside and in, with a new kitchen and a new heating system to keep you warm!

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Milton WI

In September, Milton WI members and friends celebrated our 40th anniversary with a visit to Tutbury Castle. Following a short outdoor introduction and a delicious buffet, we climbed the stairs to the Great Hall to be entertained by Nell Gwyn, played by the curator Lesley Smith. Her performance, costume and the historical detail were astonishing and very entertaining.

Our Annual General Meeting is on Wednesday 17th October at 7.30 pm in Milton village hall.

Self-defence class for disabled people Tuesdays, 7 to 8 pm in Milton Village Hall Anybody, any disability Fun Free, no hidden charges Contact Duncan Hogg on 07973 663601.

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Newton Solney & St Mary's Church

Newton Solney Tuesday Club

At our most recent meeting, Kath Reynolds gave a talk and presentation on 'Food Glorious Food'. She spoke of rationing during the Second World War and shared memories of the ingenious ways people found to make the meagre rations for families go as far as possible. The talk concentrated on savoury and main course dishes, and Kath reminded the audience of staples such as spam, corned beef and dried eggs, as well as the value of home produce from gardens. She also reminded us how communities helped each other and shared surplus produce. Many in the audience recounted their own memories of products they remembered and recipes now long forgotten. Kath's presentation was interesting, amusing, and so well received that she has agreed to return next Spring, when she will take us down memory lane once more, talking about war-time and post-war puddings.

Tuesday 2nd October at 2.30 pm

A business meeting followed by Paul Newsome speaking on 'The History of Nursery Rhymes'.

Tuesday 16th October: A trip to Meadowhall

We leave the Unicorn Inn at 9.30 am and return to Newton between about 5 and 5.30. Cost £12. Usual pick-up points at Dalebrook, Newton, Repton and Willington.

Tuesday 30th October at 7 pm: Whist Drive in Newton Solney village hall.

If you would like more information about Tuesday Club, or would like to book a place on a trip, please contact our Secretary, Jane on 01283 564520.

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Newton Solney Open Horticultural Show 2018

This year's show was again very successful. Thank you to the helpers on the day and to everyone who exhibited.

Winners of the annual awards

Garden News Shield	Flowers, Fruit & Vegetables	A Peach
J. Bailey Cup	Flowers	G Morley
Newton Solney Challenge Cup	Fruit & Vegetables	A Peach
T. Vaughan Trophy	Best Vegetable exhibit	A Peach
Ray Massey Memorial Cup	Best Onions	A Peach
Floral Arrangements Shield		J Buchanan / J Kitto
Produce Cup		B Falder
Handicraft Trophy		A McEwan
Vera Robinson Art Trophy		A Archer
Sheila Freeman Photograph Trophy		S Elson
Junior Trophy up to 4 years		Verity Watson / Sebastian Van Dijk
Junior Trophy 5 - 7 years		Charlotte & Harriet Eastwood
Junior Trophy 8 - 11 years		Anna Eastwood
Presidents Choice	awarded for handicraft	A McEwan
People's Choice	awarded for art	A Archer
Novice Trophy		H Smurthwaite

Congratulations to everyone.

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Newton Solney WI

Our Summer Social was held in the village hall where members and guests enjoyed afternoon tea served with a glass of fizz. This was the first time we had used the new chairs purchased by our WI after a number of fundraising events. The general consensus was that they were very comfortable and looked good too.

On 10th September we visited Tissington Hall. What a wonderful old house, built in 1609. We were guided by Sir Richard Fitzherbert himself around the gardens and part of the house. We found the tour interesting and the house very homely. Our visit finished with an enjoyable lunch at Herbert's Fine Tea Rooms.

The following day we had a very interesting talk about Medical Assistance Dogs. This is a newish charity, based in Milton Keynes and supported by The Duchess of Cornwall. We learned how dogs are used to sniff out possible life-threatening conditions from samples of urine, sweat and human breath. 75 dogs have been trained with more on the way. Some dogs now live permanently with people with severe conditions such as nut allergies and type 1 diabetes, enabling them to continue going to work. We also learned about the work and stresses of running a small charity, always looking for funding streams and volunteers.

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 9th October when Jo Walker will speak about Haddon Hall gardens and house.

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Newton Solney C of E School

Community Collective Worship is on the first Thursday of the month. We invite everyone to join us in the school hall on Thursday 4th October at 9.15 am.

For your diary

School Christmas Fair: Saturday 1st December, 2 - 4 pm in the school hall.

In aid of the Pre-School Building Fund

Christmas Bazaar at the Mercure Newton Park: Sunday 18th November, 12 - 4 pm. Entrance £2. Great selection of Christmas gifts and treats.

Christmas Wreath Making: Dates and details to follow.

Festive Afternoon Tea: Sunday 9th December in Newton village hall, 2 - 4 pm.

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Newton Solney Parish Council

Cricket Match: Thank you to everyone who came down to the Recreation Field on Bank Holiday Monday, 27th August, to support a great afternoon of cricket.

Village Show: Thank you to the Horticultural Society for organising yet another successful village show with a fantastic number of entries this year!

Trim Trail: The Parish Council has obtained three quotations for trim trail equipment. It was proposed to move forward and apply for funding for this exciting project.

Security of the common land: The Parish Council is obtaining quotations to install a barrier at the entrance.

Next meeting: Friday 12th October at 7.30 pm in the village hall. All are welcome.

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Health Matters

Seasonal Influenza Vaccines at Willington Surgery

If you are aged 65 or 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, asthma (if you have received medication within the last 12 months), are immunosuppressed and / or are morbidly obese with a BMI 40+, it is recommended that you have an annual influenza injection.

Saturday clinics are available to book for 6th October and 3rd November

Pneumococcal Vaccine

Patients age 65 and over are entitled to a pneumococcal vaccine which could be administered at the same time as the flu vaccine. It can prevent some cases of pneumonia. If you would like to receive a pneumococcal vaccine please ask when booking your influenza appointment.

NHS Shingles Programme 2018/2019

This year we are able to vaccinate anyone who at the time of vaccination is aged between 70 and 75 and between 78 and 79. Patients aged 80 are no longer eligible for the vaccine due to the reducing efficacy of the vaccine as age increases.

Please book appointments with reception, 01283 703318.

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If you are healthy and over 65, we need your help!

Do you want to help research into maintaining muscle health? Are you interested in finding out how muscles grow and work?

Researchers at the Royal Derby Hospital are looking for healthy male and female volunteers aged over 65. They are exploring exercise and / or nutritional interventions to preserve muscle health with age. The research does not involve drug therapy, but may involve taking blood and / or muscle samples. An inconvenience allowance is available.

For more information, please contact Amanda Gates on 01332 724687.

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Is your fire alarm a dud?
Test your fire alarm as the clocks change, Sunday 28th October

At the end of October, the hour change to GMT is a reminder that it's time to test smoke alarms again. However, recent testing by Which? revealed a number of dangerous alarms on the market. In particular, if you bought yours cheap on ebay and the instructions were in Chinese, you might want to throw it away and start again.

A working smoke alarm can buy you and your family the time you need to get out, stay out and call 999. You are four times more likely to die in a fire if you don't have a working alarm.

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Your child car seat, is it dirtier than your toilet?

An investigation by Which? may make you want to clean your child car seat before you buckle it up for your next day out. It will hardly come as a surprise to any parent who has had to deal with a nappy explosion while travelling up the M1, but their research found 30 different types of bacteria on the seats they tested, bugs and germs that in large enough quantities could potentially make you or your baby ill.

To clean the seat thoroughly will involve taking it apart, and then putting it back together safely – so first read the instructions to make sure you know what parts are meant to come off, and how. Take a video or pictures to remind you how to put it back together again afterwards.

Read the care labels and the instructions before you wash. Pay careful attention to the car seat harness. Then re-assemble it using the video or photos you took earlier. You can also find fitting instructions for most baby seats on the internet.

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South Derbyshire

Free Trees for residents, schools and community groups

Trees don't just keep South Derbyshire looking lush, green and attractive, they have an important role to play in keeping our air clean and providing valuable habitats for wildlife.

For the 16th consecutive year, South Derbyshire is giving away over 1,000 trees. Households can ask for up to six trees, which are two years old and approximately 30 to 60 cm high. Schools and community groups can apply for up to 60.

You can choose from colourful trees such as common pear, alder buckthorn, rowan, guelder rose, bird cherry and field maple. Trees of cultural significance to Japan, such as maples and cherry trees mark 20 years of twinning between South Derbyshire and Toyota City. Information is provided on how to care for them.

Apply at south-derbys.gov.uk/freetreescheme or ring Customer Services at SDDC on 01283 595795 between 9 am on Tuesday 18th September and 5 pm on Thursday 25th October. More information is available from the Environmental Education Project team on 01283 535039 or email rosliston@south-derbys.gov.uk.

The trees will be available for collection on Thursday 29th November and Saturday 1st December between 10 am and 2 pm – you need to collect your trees on one of those two dates. Venues and other collection information will be sent once the scheme has closed.

The Free Tree Scheme is run in partnership with The National Forest Company, North West Leicestershire District Council and East Staffordshire Borough Council, and aims to increase the amount of tree cover in the district, making it an ever more attractive place to live and work.

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You and your Pet

Pets get arthritis too!

In the UK, approximately 20% of adult dogs and 50% of cats over the age of 10 are affected by arthritis, a painful degenerative disease that causes cartilage erosion. In turn this is responsible for the chronic pain and restricted joint function that can spoil your pet's enjoyment of life. One of the biggest causes is excess weight.

Pet owners often mistake early signs of arthritis as laziness, a change in personality, or simply the slowing down that comes with age. Symptoms to look out for are:

• Limping or stiffness, especially after lying down or a long walk;
• Reduced activity: does your pet no longer want to play or go for long walks like it used to? Does it seem to spend a lot of time lying around or staying in the same spot?
• Reduced agility: Is there difficulty in entering or leaving the car, climbing the stairs or even simply getting up?
• Grumpiness: has your pet become less tolerant and even snappy around other pets?
• Detachment: many pets appear to become detached from their family, appearing disinterested when actually they are in pain and feeling stressed.
• More clingy: whilst some become grumpy, others can be anxious or need reassurance when once they were more confident.
• Joint chewing or licking, which can sometimes be so marked that it causes bald or raw spots.

If you are worried that your pet is starting to show signs of arthritis, your vet will gladly advise you on the most appropriate medication and treatment.

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Out of work mousers seek new job opportunities

Derby Branch of Cats Protection is looking for homes for some of their 'community' cats. Farms, stables, or smallholdings would be these cats' idea of heaven. They are all healthy, neutered and spayed. The Branch would take on the job of settling them into their new home and offer a follow-up service to ensure that both the Cats Protection and you are happy with the arrangement. If you are able to offer a home to a couple of these cats, or would like to talk it over, please contact Cats Protection on 01332 206956 or email them on enquiries@derbybranch.cats.org.uk.

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Charities

World Polio Day
24th October

I grew up in a world where polio killed and maimed huge numbers of small children – in this country and worldwide. It killed one of my close neighbours, the son of a doctor. It crippled one of my sister's bridesmaids. So when I joined Rotary some years ago, I was pleased to find that ridding the world of this feared disease was Rotary's key humanitarian priority, and has been since 1985.

When the campaign began there were over 1,000 polio cases a day in 125 countries, paralysing and sometimes killing children. Today that number is down by 99.9%. Over the last 30 years, Rotarians have donated US$1.8 billion to the eradication effort, protecting over 2.5 billion children from the disease through vaccination programmes.

Inspired in part by Rotary's volunteer commitment and fundraising success, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative was launched in 1988. This remarkable partnership includes Rotary, the World Health Organization, UNICEF, the US Center for Disease Control & Prevention and, more recently, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Today there are only a handful of cases left in the world, the numbers down from about 350,000 in 125 countries in 1985 to just 22 in 2017, and there are just three countries where polio remains endemic, Afghanistan, Pakistan and Nigeria. Even so, continued campaigning, health worker training and vaccination programmes are still essential to stop the disease returning: polio is extremely virulent, and with modern tourism its spread would be rapid. Within a decade, failure to eradicate polio totally could result in as many as 200,000 new cases worldwide every year. Nowhere would be immune.

Rotary members have been huge supporters of End Polio Now and continue to be key players in many aspects of the polio programme, not just in fundraising and advocacy, but also on the ground, and many local Rotarians have paid their own way to take part in vaccination campaigns.

If you would like to know more about Rotary, local Rotary Clubs, or the 'End Polio Now' campaign, do contact me.

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Neighbourhood Watch

Area Forum: Local residents often contact the Parish Council about matters including potholes, parking, traffic and crime, over which the council has no powers. The arena in which to raise these issues is the Area Forum attended by local police, council officers, and district and county councillors. The next area forum is at Ticknall village hall on Wednesday 10th October at 6.30 pm. Please use the opportunity.

Halloween Safety

With pumpkin carving more popular than ever, and candles adding drama, do take care, and in particular, keep children and fancy dress costumes away from naked flames such as candles, tea lights in pumpkins, and electric, gas and open fires: long hair and fancy dress costumes, are very flammable.

Stop, drop and roll!

If the worst does happen and clothing catches fire, it can be very frightening, but don't panic. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service advises 'stop, drop and roll'. Stop! Don't run - it will only make the fire worse! Protect your face. Drop! Get down onto the floor. Roll! With your arms above your head, roll over and over to put out the flames!

Trick or Treat

Young children should always be accompanied by an adult. Please remind them that some people, especially the elderly or more vulnerable, may not want strangers knocking at their door, and to respect 'No Trick or Treat' notices.

If you don't want a visit from 'trick or treaters', you can download a display poster from Derbyshire Police; search for 'derbyshire police trick or treat'.

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

Apples and Asters

One of the items on the National Trust list of '50 things to do before you are 11¾' is to eat an apple straight from the tree. When I was a child everyone had at least one apple tree in their garden. From August to Easter we ate apples every day, first the windfalls and then those that that kept well and had been carefully stored in boxes, first in the freezing cold dining room and later on in the loft; actually not all that well kept, for I remember adding 'a nice apple' to my Christmas list, a reference to the rather crinkly-skinned specimens available by Christmas.

Apple tasting days, Sunday 7th October

There are so many apple varieties available that it can be really tricky to choose one to suit, but personally I think taste is the top priority and the best way is to actually try the apple. We are lucky to have at least two apple tasting days nearby. Calke Abbey, the National Trust property in Ticknall, grows a number of heritage varieties in a traditional orchard and has a tasting day on Sunday 7th October from 11 am to 4 pm. Meynell Langley Trials Garden and Nursery near Kirk Langley is also open that day from 10 am to 4 pm. It has 35 different types of apples grown as cordons to form hedges dividing up the garden which is full of different perennials and vegetables. These days we can have fresh tasting apples every day of the year but you just cannot beat the taste of one just picked off the tree.

Michaelmas daisies

I mentioned earlier in the year how well the Michaelmas daisies were doing. Now, finally, the mildew has arrived on the later flowering varieties, and I have marked out at least two to be dug up and replaced. Asters come from both Europe and America and are very varied. The earliest to flower are the European ones such as A. amellus and A. frikartii. These have been superb this year and are not prone to mildew at all. They flower from July / August till October, are generally about knee high, have medium sized mauve flowers, and need loads of sun, decent soil and good drainage in the winter. They prefer alkaline soil but will tolerate slightly acid conditions. If you can grow them in your soil, they really are the best for most people.

I also have a few asters such as A. shreberi, A. cordata and A. divaricatus that will tolerate shady conditions. They have small starry flowers, often white, and are useful late flowerers.

The traditional Michaelmas daisies can be divided into New England varieties (A. novi-angliae) and the New York varieties (A. novi-belgii). The latter are the ones affected by mildew, but they come in a huge range of sizes and colours and form nice looking bushy plants. The New England varieties, although not affected by mildew, tend to lose their lower leaves as the season progresses. This can be prevented by pinching out the tips earlier in the season to encourage branching.