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WELCOME... to the latest edition of Community Voice!Front Cover Quiz: Spot The Local Landmark...How many of you can spot the landmark from our surrounding area featured on this month’s issue front cover? If you think you know the answer please send your entry to The Community Voice, c/o 57 High Street, Ibstock, or email us at: [email protected]
The winner (drawn first out of the hat of all correct entries) will receive a £10 One4All voucher. Good Luck!
CONTACT THE COMMUNITY VOICEPost: 57 High Street, Ibstock, Leics LE67 6LH
WHERE’S IBBIE?Ibbie ‘spotters’ were busy again last month! He was spotted by many, hiding behind the advert for ‘Meridian Blinds, Charnwood’ on page 27. The first correct answer drawn out of the ‘Community Voice hat’ was sent in by Tracey Glover who will receive a
£10 GIFT VOUCHER!But where is he this month? If you spot him, send us your details, and which advert he is hiding behind, using the contact details listed below ▼
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Last month’s quiz answer... and winner!Only a few of you were able to correctly identify last month’s local land mark as the large stones erected on Heath Road, Bagworth, near to the entrance of Heath woods.
This month’s prize has been won by Di Vickers and our picture shows the prize draw being performed by Leanne, Ibstock Business Centre Manager.
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Stairlift superheroes step into action!Candor Care are continuing to give back to the local community by offering a donation of a reconditionedstairlift every month to someone to help improve their mobility.
The Coalville-based stairlift company launched their refurbished stairliftdonation scheme in January this year to help people in times of desperateneed. Having a stairlift installed can provide a comfortable solution on a shortor long term basis and give someone the freedom and independence back intheir home. Although not a huge expense, a stairlift is still a cost which somepeople may struggle to afford. After donating 2 stairlifts in 2018 as part of acompetition during the popular Heather Scarecrow Festival, Candor decidedto donate a stairlift every month throughout 2019 to someone that will reallybenefit.
Candor Care will be donating a fully refurbished stairlift to someone in needevery month throughout 2019. To register your interest for a friend or familymember that might be in need, email – [email protected] or senda message through Candor Care’s facebook page.
Terms and conditions apply and all applications are given careful considerationbefore response. Candor Care can only offer this for straight staircases with notwists or turns.
Preparations are well underway for 2019 Bosworth Medieval Festival – which this year promises to bebigger and better than ever before.
There are loads of new attractions to keep the whole family entertained at the Festival, whichthis year takes place on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 August. New entertainments for this yearinclude period falconry displays – both flying and static - medieval cooking demonstrations andfood tasting, a roving Jester, the King’s Executioner and a medieval puppet show. There willbe events taking place in the two arenas for most of the weekend and a new, mounted skill atarms display which puts the horses and armoured riders through their paces.
As well as two battle re-enactments on each day– including a 20-minure re-creation of the Battleof Bosworth on both afternoons featuringhundreds of re-enactors - there are large living
history encampments to explore, jousting, archery, cannon fire demonstrations, guided tours,author talks, a medieval craft market and loads of exciting fun, hands-on games and competitionsfor children, as well as entry to the award-winning exhibition and free car parking. There will bea range of food stalls offering something to suit every taste and appetite, and the 1485 Tithe Barnrestaurant will also be open for lunches, teas and light refreshments throughout the weekend.
Tickets have been held at the same price as last year and represent even better value for money, as they are valid for the whole weekend.This means that visitors can attend the Bosworth Medieval Festival on either or both days for no extra cost. And with the event running from10am to 5.30pm on both days, that’s a possible 15 hours of entertainment for the entry price! Once through the gates, all events during thetwo days (except talks in the Heritage Room and have-a-go archery) are completely free of charge. Tickets can be booked online atwww.bosworthbattlefield.org.uk or by calling 01455 290429 between 10am and 5pm. They can also be bought in person from BosworthBattlefield – and there are no booking fees. Family tickets and special group rates are also available. Tickets will also be available on the gateon both days of the Festival.
BosworthMedievalFestivalwill be even bigger and better this year!
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Friday 26th July 7.30pm Fisherman’s Friends (12A)A fast-living, cynical London music executive heads to a remote Cornish village on a stag weekend where he is pranked by his boss into trying to sign a group of shanty-singing fishermen. He becomes the ultimate ‘fish out of water’ as he struggles to gain the respect or enthusiasm of the unlikely boy band.
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Friday 5th July 7.30pm All Is True (15)The year is 1613, and Shakespeare is acknowledged as the greatest writer of the age. But disaster strikes when his renowned Globe Theatre burns to the ground. Devastated, Shakespeare returns to Stratford, where he must face a troubled past and a neglected family.
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Wednesday 24th July 7.30pm
BoxesCritically acclaimed drama ‘Boxes’ by Purple Theatre explores the lives of a brother and sister in the aftermath of their father’s death. This true family story of love and loss also touches on the subjects of race and gender in urban Britain. Original music score and choreography brings this multi-disciplined piece of theatre to life.
The Box Office is open Monday-Friday; 9am-5pm, closed weekends and bank holidays
Mix it! Arts Academy by Enter EdemProviding a fantastic opportunity for young people aged 5-16 years to work with theatre professionals and create a performing arts show to share with their loved ones. The academy offers skills in theatre and performing arts, through drama, singing, dance and backstage production workshops. All students taking part in a Mix it! Arts Academy will have an experience where friendships can blossom, memories can be made and they are supported to develop their individual growth, building their confidence and team work abilities, all through an ethos of learning through fun and play!
The Century Theatre and LCC are offering a number of free places to qualifying children from low income families.
Monday 29th July 29th to Friday 2nd August 9am to 4pm each day £100 per child for the week!
VACANCY FOR FOUNDATION GOVERNORAn exciting opportunity has arisen as we look to develop and grow our Governing Board.
We have vacancies for Foundation Governors on the board of Snarestone CE (A) Primary School.
Foundation governors share the responsibilities of all governors, who work as a team and in close co-operation with the headteacher:
• Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction;
• Holding the Headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils, and the performance management of staff;
• Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well spent;
• Monitoring the safeguarding of all children at the school; and
• Ensuring the future of all our pupils so that they leave Snarestone ready for the next stage of their life.
In addition to this, foundation governors are appointed specifically to ensure:
• that the Christian character of the school is preserved
• that the school is conducted in accordance with its trust deed
• that the school’s religious education curriculum and worship is in accordance with its trust deed
Anyone interested in becoming a foundation governor should not be put off by a lack of experience. Appropriate training is available during the period of service. The term of office is four years.
We would be delighted to give you a tour of the school, or arrange a conversation with the Headteacher or Chair of Governors.
Please contact the school office for further information, to make an appointment or to express an interest:
Our photograph shows Gypsy Moth, the boat that Francis Chichester used to become the first person to sail single-handedly around the world by the clipper route. Perhaps you are wondering what this tale of the sea has to do with Ellistown?
Sir Francis Chichester, the son of a vicar, attended Marlborough Public School. However, Reverend Chichester was not very happy when Francis came home for Christmas 1918 and at the age of 17 announced he wasn’t returning to school as he wanted an adventure.
Reverend Chichester was so angry that, when he saw a newspaper advert for a farmhand in Leicestershire, he dispatched his wayward son to this farm, where he would work for bed and board and five shillings a week. It is thought that this was Lees Farm on Beveridge Lane, Ellistown and Francis reported that the days were long and the work was hard.
A member of the Historical Society remembers being told this story at school. The children were also told the circumstances of his dismissal, which happened like this; Francis had to take the milk in churns to the station by horse and cart and bring back the empty churns. One day on the return journey another farmhand challenged Francis to a race. Francis agreed and was racing along when his cart hit a large stone overturned and the horse broke free. The horse bolted home, damaged two five bar gates and ended up in the farmer’s garden! Francis ran the two miles to the farm hoping to catch the horse and make repairs to the cart. Waiting for him in the yard was the farmer, who instantly told him to pack up and go. This was just the excuse the farmer had been waiting for, as he was concerned that Francis and his daughter were becoming fond of each other.
There is an account of this in a biography by Anita Leslie. It doesn’t actually mention Ellistown, it just says a farm in Leicestershire. As the children have been told this story, surely it cannot be a coincidence. So, is it true that world famous yachtsman, Sir Francis Chichester, once worked in Ellistown? Does anyone know any more about this? Were you told this story when at Ellistown School? The second photograph, from the 1930’s, shows Lawrence’s garage at the junction of Whitehill Road and Beveridge Lane. The society would like any photos you may have of Beveridge Lane, before the development of the Industrial parks.
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the home of Ibstock Community Enterprise Ltd.Could this be the new home of YOUR business?Formed in 1996, Ibstock Community Enterprises Ltd. has maintained its focus upon community development, stimulation of the local economy and the provision of facilities and services. Its aim was, and continues to be, “to make Ibstock a better place”. The Business Centre is the ‘home’ of I.C.E. Ltd and a variety of small businesses, including The Community Voice Magazine, in managed, yet self-contained, offices. Other businesses include Lakeside Wills and Financial Services Ltd., Second Look Photography studio, Ibstock Mobility and The Old School Tea Rooms. Acupuncture, music tuition, hair-dressing and on-line antiquarian book sales are among some of the other services available.
The Business Centre offers services to encourage entrepreneurs to start and to grow their own business. Currently advertising vacant office space (see details below), could Ibstock Business Centre be the new home for your business?
For more information, please contact: Ibstock Business Centre, 57 High Street, LE67 6LH.Telephone: 01530 267300 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ibstockbusinesscentre.co.uk
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Alpaca Park Farm • SPECIAL EVENTSENTERTAINMENT EVENING • FRIDAY 12th JULY• Irish dancing demonstration • New Inspirations Choir • Sally Barker (The Voice Finalist) • 7.00pm • £18.00 two course meal
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C H A R I T Y C H A M P I O N SSue Stanyard visits ‘Hope House’Everyone at Hope House at Griffydam has an interesting day on Mondays, with visitors in the morning and afternoon.
The morning visitor was Sue Stanyard of Lakeside Wills and Financial Services. Sue has visited Hope House on a number of occasions and has offered extremely valuable advice on wills, power of attorney and protective property trusts. This visit was to pass over a very generous donation from Sue of £400. Sue can be seen in the photo shaking hands with Carol Hill, the Care Services Manager at Hope House.
Hope House is the latest service to be opened by registered charity Hospice Hope and is a place specifically for people with life limiting illnesses. It differs from our three Support Cafés in that attendance is only for those with a life limiting illness and by referral. People also stay for the duration of the day, rather than attending on a drop-in basis. People can refer themselves to us (self-referral) or referrals can be made by health and social care professionals, a carer or family member.
Thank you, Sue, we appreciate greatly all of your contribution to Hospice Hope.
Carol Hill (Care Services Manager)
Lakeside Wills & Financial Services Ltd is an appointed representative of New Leaf (WWF) Ltd. Registered in England 7891401. Registered Address: Princess Caroline House, 1 High Street, 1st Floor, Southend on Sea SS1 1JE
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Ibstock in Bloom have signed up with TerraCycle for the Crisp Packet Recycling Scheme. Please save and flatten your empty packets from any brand of crisp and leave them in a box at 57 High Street. For every 2 kilos of bags we can raise £2.00. Not a lot, but better than the bags going to landfill or worse still blowing around the streets.
The scheme cannot accept popcorn bags, crisp tubes, Pretzel bags and meat snack bags.
The group are continuing to hold a fortnightly plant stall at the Palace Community morning. Come to the stall for bedding plants, cacti, shrubs and herbs. Dates for July are 13 and 27. Monies raised in 2018 are being used for a planter and bench at the Cemetery, as part of the Parish Council’s refurbishment plans.
Ibstock Community Garden is blooming, but has some plots available for you to grow your own fruit and veg and once a month help out on general tasks around the garden.
If you would like to know more about what is involved contact Janet on 01530 262183 or ask at the Ibstock in Bloom stall.
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The 24th Ibstock Horticultural and Craft Show will take place on Saturday 17 August at the Palace, High Street, Ibstock. Entries on the day and newcomers are particularly welcome.
The schedule is now available from the Palace and 57 High Street. There will be classes for vegetables, flowers, home baking plus photos on the theme British summertime. There are special classes for children aged 14 and under
In the vegetable section there is a new class for sweetcorn and the open sweet tart has been brought back to the home baking competition.
Two craft classes have been introduced: a knitted toy suitable for a child aged 5 or under and a handmade garment in any medium.
Good growing and good showing.
For more information please contact Jacquie Aucott by email: [email protected] or telephone: 01530 267385.
THE 24THIBSTOCKHORTICULTURALAND CRAFT SHOWShowcase your Gardening, Craft, Photography or Baking!
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FANCY PUTTING YOUR BRAIN TO THE TEST?Here’s a bit of fun to get you thinking.(Answers on inside back cover - no cheating!)
Can you solve the clues and spot “THE ODD ONE OUT”?
A) The Volkswagen Type 1, informally as ‘The Käfer’ in German.
B) A male deer; especially a male red deer after its fifth year.
C) What’s brown and smelly and sounds like a bell?
D) Liquid water in the form of droplets that have condensed from atmospheric water vapour and then become heavy enough to fall under gravity.
THE ODD ONE OUT!ACROSS1. Chronicle (7)5. Proverb (5)8. Graphic (5)9. Cautionary advice (7)10. Help grow and develop (7)11. Free of impurities (5)12. Neckband (6)14. Systems of principles (6)17. Hackneyed (5)19. Facets (7)21. Gullibility (7)22. One of the senses (5)23. Larceny (5)24. Unprocessed or manufactured (7)
DOWN1. Oasis (5)2. More than two or three but not many (7)3. Of long duration (3)4. Gaped (6)5. Fruit (7)6. Stage whisper (5)7. Machines (7)12. Piece of furniture (7)13. Complaint (7)15. Tooth (7)16. Ravine formed by a river (6)18. Racket (5)20. Hex (5)22. Toddler (3)
Following the success of previous showcase open days at Renaissance Boutique this Coalville based shop will be holding another event on Sunday 14th July.
Renaissance showcase events provide a wonderful opportunity to choose your perfect wedding outfit, from their wide array of top brands, in a relaxed atmosphere. Renaissance caters for the Mother of the Bride, Bridesmaids, Flower Girls and the Groom and Groom’s party.
Shoes and handbags can be dyed to match any outfit and Dawn offers a FREE HAT OR FASCINATOR HIRE with matching handbag for every wedding outfit chosen. A 10% reduction also applies when four or more bridesmaid dresses are purchased.
Dawn’s expertise in being able to ‘dress’ a lady means that you can be confident in finding an outfit that ensures you stand out from the crowd. From head to toe, Dawn provides expert advice for ladies of all ages and all sizes and helps you find the perfect outfit for your special occasion.
Dawn comments, “We cater for all types of needs. Some ladies know exactly what they are looking for and we simply help them find it, whilst others need more guidance and advice, and we are more than happy to help. Our knowledge of the dresses, how they fit, how colours work together and what style suits what shape, means many customers leave feeling confident in their outfit and look forward to their event knowing they look great.”
With brands including True Brides, Emma Bridal and Cameron Ross Men’s Formal hire the boutique has a great selection to browse.
Renaissance also have an exciting new ‘Teen’ range of dresses coming into the boutique for girls aged 10-16 years old. This new range caters for the slightly older girl who is perhaps too old for a Flower Girl dress and so ensures a great fit. Have a chat with Dawn at the showcase to found out more.
Described as Coalville’s best kept secret, come and have a browse for your next special occasion, and have a chat with Dawn about your special day!
Wedding Showcase at Renaissance BoutiqueSunday 14th July from 11.00am until 3.00pm
Looking for glamour, sophistication and to feel amazing?
Renaissance has a wide range of stunning outfits and gowns for every special occasion together with a personalised service to dress
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Mother of the Bride • Bridesmaids & Flower Girls Grooms formal hire • Shoes
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Brands include: True Bride, Emma Bridal, Kirsten Krog, Cameron Ross and Rainbow
Ibstock Community Choir go from Strength to StrengthWhat musical treats we have had these last few weeks. On the evening of Wednesday 15th May Ibstock Community Choir performed a charity concert in support of Hospice Hope at the Methodist chapel on Melbourne Road in Ibstock. (The charity holds a community café there every Tuesday afternoon.)
This was followed by a second concert on Thursday 6th June, performed for the Towns Women’s Guild at the Baptist Chapel on Chapel Street, Ibstock in aid of their nominated charity, the Air Ambulance.
On both occasions the Choir were in great voice and, in my opinion, gave their best performances to date. Their repertoire covered an eclectic range from Simon and Garfunkel’s ‘The Sound of Silence’, ‘Samba Ole’ and Hallelujah, finishing with a compilation from the musical ‘Oliver’. Every song was performed with beautiful harmonies and perfect timing, as they sang with great confidence and, when required, gusto. Both audiences were captivated.
If you get the opportunity to go to one of their future concerts, do so. They will be performing their main concert of the year at the Palace Community Centre on the High Street in Ibstock on Saturday, 31st August. Put the date in your diaries for a great musical evening.
Ibstock Community Choir with their choir leader, Marion Simpson (centre back)
DEADLINE DATES FOR OUR AUGUST ISSUE:Deadline date for bookings is Monday 15th July • Deadline for copy is Thursday 18th July
Well what an amazing few months it has been, Philippa would just like to take this time to thank everyone who has supported her little business so far, she has loved pampering all your Furry Friends!
We have some exciting news to share with you all, from the 6th August the shop will be open 5 days a week to accommodate the needs of all your wonderful Furry Friends. Our new opening times will be Tuesday to Friday 8-6pm and 9-5pm on Saturdays.
To book an appointment we have an easy online booking system, where you can see all our services and availability and book your desired slot, visit www.myfurryfriends.co.uk. Alternately you can give us a call on 07702 672991, please leave a message if Philippa is unavailable, as she is probably in the middle of grooming a dog!
Don’t forget in the salon we also stock a range collars and matching leads, all handmade in Ibstock. We have lots of natural treats and a range of grooming brushes available, to help keep on top of your Furry Friends coats in between grooms! So why not pop in and spoil your Furry Friend!
The shop is conveniently located at 101 High Street, Ibstock with Parking opposite.
Philippa looks forward to welcoming you and your Furry Friends to the salon, as we move forward in to this exciting time!
To see all our latest ‘pupdates’ and pictures follow us on FB @myfurryfriendsdoggrooming and Instagram @myfurryfriends3
Exciting News for My Furry Friends Dog Grooming!
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THE PALACE IS AVAILABLE FOR HIRE FOR PRIVATE PARTIES, CELEBRATIONS & COMMERCIAL USE• Commercial hire packages available at very reasonable rates
• Seats 120 people around tables or 200 in rows
• Well equipped kitchen and bar facilities
• Good disabled access and large free car park opposite building
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Contact Gary on Tel: 01530 262400 for details of SPECIAL OFFERS to discuss your individual requirementsHigh Street, Ibstock, Leicestershire LE67 6LH
High Street, Ibstock, Leicestershire, LE67 6LH. Tel. 01530 262400SEE OUR WEBSITE www.thepalaceibstock.co.uk FOR MORE DETAILS
FORTHCOMING EVENTSTICKET BOOKING - to book advanced tickets for any event, please contact The Palace Tel: 01530 262400. Tickets can be purchased ‘on the door’ (subject to availability) or reserved on the telephone. Tickets can also be purchased at our regular Saturday Community Mornings. Please check with ticket outlet to avoid disappointment.
Friday 5th July – HERITAGE FILM NIGHT - ‘Britain on Film: Rural Life’; touching on all the technological, industrial and social changes throughout the 20th century. A curator from the British Film Institute will offer an introduction and Q & A session. Doors open at 7.00pm, introduction and film start at 7.30pm. Tickets: £7.00.
Friday 19th July - FILM NIGHT - ‘Fisherman’s Friends’ (12A) – As heart-warming and wholesome as a pasty on a chilly day in Port Isaac. A film that has taken the country by storm; just like the shanty men who inspired the tale. Doors/bar open at 7.00pm. Film starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: £5.00/£4.00.
Saturday 20th July – ‘Rave On’; A Tribute to Buddy Holly – starring (from London’s West End) Marc Robinson and ‘The Counterfeit Crickets’. A fun packed Rock ‘n’ Roll show featuring such timeless classics as ‘Heartbeat’, ‘Every Day’ and ‘True Love Ways’. Show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: £16.50, available from The Palace or online at www.wegottickets.com
Friday 26th July – PALACE BINGO. A great social night out! Doors open: 7.30pm. Eyes down: 8.00pm. Licensed bar and refreshments.
Friday 2nd August – HERITAGE FILM NIGHT - ‘Britain on Film: Coast and Sea’. Let’s go to the seaside! Filmed throughout the 20th Century, from 1901 until 1978. A curator from the British Film Institute will offer an introduction and Q & A session. Doors open at 7.00pm, introduction and film start at 7.30pm. Tickets: £7.00.
REGULAR EVENTS AND CLASSES: MONDAY ‘Wild Rumpus Dance Class’ (with effect from 3rd June) – 10am–10.45am – Fun, engaging sessions for children from walking to 4 yrs, using propos, music and themes! Contact Anna on 07842 896432 for further details.‘Zumba Gold’ – 11.15am–12 noon. Low impact dance fitness class. £4 per session, 1st session £2. Contact Michelle on 07740 336332 for further details.Fitness Pilates class – 7.45pm-8.45pm. Focussing on core stability whilst improving tone and body alignment through controlled movement. Contact Michelle on 07887 678367.
TUESDAY Bubbles Playgroup – 10.30am-12 Noon. Richard Page on 01530 812201 or 07792 840948, email: [email protected] for further details.Dogs Trust Dog Training – Classes to run at 12.15pm, 1.15pm and 2.15pm. Using fun and effective reward-based methods, Dogs Trust trainers will show you how to teach your dog the skills needed to cope with the demands of everyday life. Contact the Palace on 01530 262400 for more information. Yoga Class – 6.45pm-7.45pm. Please contact Johnathan Springthorpe on 07776 304766 or via his Facebook page: Yoga with Jay.Tai Chi – 8.00pm–9.00pm. Contact Doug Gerrard on 07969 480684.
WEDNESDAY 50+ Fitness Pilates – 9.30am-10.30am. A specially designed program to encourage maintenance and flexibility of muscles used in our everyday movements providing a sense of harmony and wellbeing. Contact Michelle on 07887 678367.‘OneFitMama’ – 11.00am. Exercise for mums at every stage of motherhood. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.onefitmama.co.uk‘Little Munchkins Stay and Play’ – 12.30pm–1.30pm. Come and join my new messy play and sensory group for 0-5 years! Contact Becky Oliver on 07908 111822 or the Palace for further details.‘FitSteps’ – 6.00pm-7.00pm. Fitness that’s ‘Strictly’ Fun! Book now by contacting Rose on 07562 331041 or email: [email protected] Players – 7.30pm-9.45pm. For anyone who is interested in getting involved with any aspect of amateur theatre.
THURSDAY Outlook Group (a social group for senior citizens) – 1.30pm-3.00pm. Contact Sue Townsend on 01530 834 239.‘Weightwatchers’ class – 5.45pm-8.00pm. Contact Jo Wyld on 07877 281831 or email [email protected]
FRIDAY Tai Chi – 10.00am-11.00am. Contact Michael Cashmore on 07714 215216.‘Seated Exercise’ class – 11.45am-12.45pm. Contact the Palace on 01530 262400 for further details.Children’s Dance Classes – Beginners Ballet 4.00-4.45pm; Beginners Tap 4.45-5.30pm; Musical Theatre 5.30-6.15pm Contact Miss Jessica of Rochelle School Of Dance (established over 60 years in the area) 01455 636514, 07949 121442 or [email protected] BINGO – Now Monthly on a Friday– A great social night out! Doors open at 7.30pm. Eyes Down at 8.00pm. Licensed bar & refreshments. Everyone welcome.
SATURDAY Community Morning at the Palace – 10am to 12 noon. Our community mornings take place every Saturday (except the 1st Saturday each month) the Palace plays host to groups, organisations and associations from the village, including the Ibstock Historical Society. So if you would like to learn more about what is happening in your community, come along to the Palace. Also a variety of market stalls selling locally produced goods, including delicious home made cakes. Light refreshments available.
Oh, yes we are!...How about you?Ever fancied being part of the local community panto at The Palace, Ibstock?
Well, here’s your chance!The Palace Players will be holding auditions at The Palace, High Street, Ibstock on Wednesday 28th August from 7.30pm. We are looking for people who would like to be involved with all aspects of theatre, both on stage and backstage. No experience is required. All children under 16 must be accompanied at all times by a parent or nominated guardian.
The title of the pantomime is still a closely guarded secret, but it will be staged at the beginning of February 2020. The Players rehearse on Wednesday evenings and some Sunday afternoons at The Palace, with Panto rehearsals usually starting around September time. Please contact The Palace on tel: 01530 262400 for more details.
It will be a 2 hour feast of traditional family panto fun
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KING EDWARD VII GRAMMAR SCHOOL REUNIONPupils and staff of Coalville Grammar School are invited to a reunion taking place on Saturday 13th October. The reunion is to be held at Newbridge High School on Forest Road, Coalville between 1pm and 5pm. Do come along and meet friend
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Born in 1941, Janice Mee is a lifelong resident of the village of Ibstock. She is not only a great ambassador for the village, but also for the county and the country.
A familiar face around the area, Janice is recognised by many as a loyal supporter of local churches, chapels and community gatherings, often being the one providing the musical entertainment with her lovely singing voice and talent for delivering monologues. Janice served as a long-term member with various local drama and singing groups, including The Coalville Adult School Drama group and The Coalville Amateur Operatics Society (CAOS), often taking the lead role.
But not everyone will be aware that Janice also has a very significant, internationally recognised reputation as a fashion designer and lecturer, specialising in wedding gowns and intimate apparel. Her outstanding array of professional awards include, Fellowship of The Clothing and Footwear Institute, Fellowship of The Textile Institute, Liveryman of the Framework Knitters, Freeman of the City of London and a Council member and Emeritus of the International Foundation of Fashion Technology Institutes (IFFTI). Combining her talents for singing and design, Janice has often provided the entertainment at the IFFTI conferences.
Janice employed her talent for design in her own wedding dress business from 1960 until 2007. Prior to that time she was also a designer for ‘Ladies Pride’, ‘Triumph’, ‘Rowley’s’, ‘Susan Small’ and ‘Marks and
Spencer’s’ etc., etc., among many other well-known brands.
Many local places of education have benefited from her expertise through her many workshops and evening classes. These have been as varied as local schools to Loughborough College of Art and Design and Leicester Polytechnic to holding the post of Head of Contour Fashion and Principal Lecturer at De Montfort University from 1992 until 2007.
Janice’s outstanding talent has been much sought after, both in this country and also internationally. She has given lectures and workshops in the colleges, polytechnics, universities and institutes of Hong Kong, New Delhi, Bangkok, Mumbai, St Petersburg and Sydney to name just a few. Her work has been exhibited widely, again not only locally but much further afield; in such places as Istanbul and St Petersburg. She has sat on fashion judging panels in Russia, China and Latvia.
As well as lecturing and teaching, Janice has written several books and numerous papers on the subject of design and technology. With no plans to retire, she is planning to deliver courses in India in November and will be taking part in the IFFTI conference in South Korea in 2021 on her 80th birthday!
Her work was recognised by Parliament on her retirement from De Montfort University, when she received a letter from the then Minister of Education, Ed Balls, thanking her ‘for her contribution to Fashion Education’.
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Party at The Palace in honour of Mr Brian Hall BEMLast month around 80 guests were invited to The Palace at Ibstock to celebrate the award of the British Empire Medal to Mr Brian Hall in honour of his outstanding services to the community. Brian was formally presented with the award by Michael Kapur, Lord Lieutenant of Leicestershire, at Beaumanor Hall, earlier in the year.
As Brian is practically synonymous with Ibstock Palace, it seemed very fitting that the celebration party should be held there. A series of speakers paid tribute to the vast number of aspects of village life with which Brian has been and continues to be, influential over the years.
To say that Brian has made an impact on the community of Ibstock would be an understatement. With his involvement in The Royal British Legion, The Palace Community Centre, Ibstock Events Group,
Ibstock Community Enterprises, Ibstock Football Club and many other projects during the past decades this recognition and honour is richly deserved.
In his own modest speech Brian was keen to stress that all of these achievements had only been made possible with the support of his family and many other residents of Ibstock and the surrounding area.
The afternoon featured a film presentation showing images from different stages of Brian’s life and some highlights of village events. Brian was presented with an original cartoon created by renowned, local cartoonist, Bill Tidy and a superb buffet was provided by Ibstock’s Old School Tea Rooms, much to the appreciation of the guests.
The Community Voice, (itself housed in Ibstock Business Centre, which is managed by Ibstock Community Enterprises) wish to extend their congratulations and gratitude to Brian, in appreciation of all that he has contributed to the village of Ibstock.
A message from Councillor John Clarke, Ibstock West.
My family and I moved to Ibstock from Shrewsbury about forty years ago. At that time there was still coal mining in the area and Ibstock High Street was well populated with shops. There were four or five butcher’s shops open and seemingly thriving at that time. Socially, we had a working men’s club, the Miner’s Welfare club, a British Legion, cricket club and numerous pubs open and pulling in business.
I remember three electrical shops on the high street virtually next door to each other, Burdett’s, Tommy Underwood’s and Hall’s. The latter owned and run by Brian Hall. Banking facilities were available to the residents of the village.
Gradually one by one many of these shops, pubs and clubs have gone by the wayside. Yet one still remains like a beacon on the High Street, Hall’s of Ibstock. It is testament to Brian Hall that the shop is there on the very corner of the High Street. The shop and many of the facilities, the Palace for one, and functions that take place in the village can be attributed to the energy, drive and determination of one man. Brian Hall.
Now I am the District Councillor for Ibstock West, I have more dealings with Brian than before. I get many telephone calls from residents of my ward. However, there are two telephone callers whose number, when it shows up, I know exactly what they want. One caller is Brian the other my son in Greece. Both want me to assist in some way with a project or search available finance for events. Brian’s calls are never for himself though.It is always something to benefit the village, and for that I must wholeheartedly praise him.
As I said at the beginning there were many shops on the High Street when we moved here and Hall’s, standing at the junction of Chapel Street and High Street, is now as was then, the cornerstone of the village. Without doubt Mr Ibstock, Brian Hall, is now and was then the cornerstone of much of what is good about the village. Congratulations on your well-deserved award of the BEM.
LAST CHANCE TO BUY TICKETS FOR CHARITY EVENTMarket Bosworth Agricultural, Horticultural and Equestrian Society will be holding a fundraising event on Saturday 6 July at Market Bosworth Rugby Club. Gates open at 2pm, tickets are £10.00, children 10 and under £5.00 and are available from [email protected]
Stalls will include sweets, coffee/tea cake, tombola, LOROS promoting their lottery and the Air Ambulance. LOROS and the Air Ambulance are the beneficiary charities. Entertainment and food will be provided in the early evening by local band, The Fantoms.
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Last year the Festival celebrated its 20th Anniversary in quite some style. The record year raised £9,000 for local groups with a bumper amount of visitors, including a few well known characters from the Star Wars Movies. The icing on the cake came with the
event being awarded ‘Highly Commended’ in the Best Outdoor Experience category of the 2018 Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards. Quite an achievement for an event organised by community volunteers!
So are the voluntary group of Scarecrow Festival organisers resting on their laurels this year, on the assumption they have reached the pinnacle of their achievement? Far from it, galvanised by last year’s amazing success they have revamped their logo, ordered more signs and plan to develop some of the ideas introduced last year as they as they forge ahead to the next decade of Scarecrows.
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August. As always, there will be ample free parking and the popular Tea Room at Heather St John’s Football Club (LE67 2QJ) with additional parking at Heather Village Hall LE67 2RE. Once again local groups and charities have been invited to make use of the Village Hall to raise funds for their organisation whilst also selling Scarecrow guide and providing additional toilet and refreshment facilities. Details of the activities taking place at the Hall each day will be shown in the Festival Guide and announced on the Facebook Page. During the final weekend there will be additional stalls and face painting at the Football Club and maybe a few extra surprises.
Ibstock Historical Society will be displaying photographs showing some of Heather’s past history. Forestry England has created a centenary trail around Horseshoe Lake in Sence Valley Forest Park, and plan to display scarecrows. With so much going on, you may prefer to visit Heather on more than one occasion throughout Scarecrow week and make the most of everything that is going on at a more leisurely pace.
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CAN YOU DIG IT?Volunteer test-pit dig in Market BosworthOn Saturday and Sunday, July 6th and 7th, volunteers will be digging more test pits in Market Bosworth. After the outstanding success of the last two years of the project, when over 50 test pits were dug, this years excavations are on a much smaller scale, with a half dozen pits being strategically located to fill in some of the gaps in areas that haven’t yet been looked at.
Previous digs in 2017 and 2018 have found pottery and artefacts dating from the Neolithic (around 5000 years ago) right up to the present, with archaeologists particularly excited by finds of Anglo-Saxon pottery, which may indicate when Market Bosworth actually became a village, around 1400 years ago.
If you would like to come along and see what Bosworth Links are up to, you will be welcome at the Parish Field over the weekend, where you will be able to watch the diggers at work.
You are three weeks in to the latest fad diet and you’ve lost and stone and a half; you are feeling great and you’ve only been eating egg and grapefruit. So you start to get bored and realise that you can’t go on eating egg and grapefruit or cabbage soup for the rest of your life. So you then go back to your old eating habits and all of that weight you’ve lost is starting to creep back on.
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Tips: The only eating tips I suggest are, 1) Eat when you are hungry, 2) Eat what you want, 3) Eat consciously, 4) STOP as soon as you are full.
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If you are sick to your back teeth of failing diet after diet, then weight management hypnosis may just be the answer you are looking for. This article will explain in a nutshell how hypnotherapy can help you to lose weight and to keep it off for good!
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Saturday the 17th August will prove a red letter day for the people of North West Leicestershire when the Poppy Fields Music Festival takes place atthe Pretoria Road showground, Ibstock.
A feast of entertainment is on offer, with tribute artists from The Jam, George Michael and Frankie Valli, to name a few, butheadlining this year's event is non other than T-Rextasy, the world's only official tribute band to T-Rex. Poppy Fields is one ofonly a few venues where you will see T-Rextasy live outdoors this year.
This is really building into one of the 'must see' events in the area with a range of wonderful music that will appeal to everyoneno matter what age. All proceeds will go to the Ibstock Ex-Forces fund and Royal British Legion. With the tickets on sale atvery attractive prices, it makes sense to book your place as soon as possible.
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Continuing our series of new topical short stories featuring that mischievous rail dog, Ruffle, called ‘Ruffle’s Walks’...
Within each story Ruffle will send a secret word to his readers in the form of underlined, italic capital letters scattered in the text. Once you have found the letters, rearrange them to form a word that is relevant to that month’s story. At the bottom of each story it will tell you how many letters you are looking for. The actual word answer will be shown on the inside back cover. Woof - have fun!
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‘We have a flower head thief!’ declared Eric as he entered the station hut. ‘Look what I have found AGAIN on the grass in front of my lovely blooms!’
Eric held a handful of Large bright orange and yellow petals to show Ben, the engine driver, who was sitting at the table.
‘But who would want to pick off all the Flower heads and leave the stalks?’ wondered Ben.
Ruffle, who was lying on the rug in front of the station fire, even though it was not alight, lifted his head and looked over at Eric. Eric was obviously Unhappy about something.
‘How are you Going to find out who, or what, is taking them? Whatever it is will see you watching and just wait until you’ve gone,’ said Ben, thinking aloud.
‘I’ve got it!’ cried Eric. ‘I will set up a hide – a camouflaged tent – and sit and wait for them to appear! There’s one in the station garden shed – I’ll use that.’
Ruffle was curious as to what Eric was holding in his hand so decided to get up And follow Eric as he went out of the door and over the tracks to the little station garden. Ruffle lay down again opposite the garden shed doorway whilst Eric went inside. After a lot of noise Eric reappeared holding a large green and brown Canvas bag. He took it over to the flower bed.
Ruffle looked on with interest as Ben joined them and helped Eric to put up the Metal frame then pass the green and brown material over to create a small square tent. They then made sure the ropes fastening it down to the grass were securely positioned. Once the hide was ready, Eric fetched two-fold up chairs And a flask from the station then disappeared inside the hide to join Ben. Ben had made sure that the material covering the mesh window was tied back to give them a perfect view of the flower beds opposite.
Once Eric and Ben had disappeared, Ruffle soon became bored. He got up and had a shake. Ah yes! He would play his favourite game! With a sudden burst of Energy, he raced across the garden and along by the side of the flower beds, grabbing a mouthful of bright Orange and yellow blooms in his mouth as he dashed wildly past.
From somewhere in the depths of the camouflage hide Ruffle heard an astonished cry from Eric.
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Try the Ruffle “Find the word” competition - this month’s word has 10 letters. The answer is on page 35.
In addition to the short stories – ‘Ruffle’s Walks’, Ruffle’s series of story book adventures are available via the website - www.ruffletheraildog.co.uk priced at only £3.50 each incl. p&p. Ideal for under 5s to be read to and for more independent readers up to the age of approx 10 years - enjoyed by parents and grandparents! Each book can be individually signed – unique personalised gifts especially for Christmas or birthdays to encourage a love of reading and imagination!
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Hermitage FM is the Community Radio Station and Coffee Lounge in Memorial Square, Coalville; a town whose centre has been recognised by the Police and Crime Commissioner as an area vulnerable to crime and has been declared a ‘People Zone’.
The North West Leicestershire Community Safety Partnership has noted that the changing face of crime presents fresh challenges, including new drug-related crimes (e.g. ‘cuckooing) adult and child sexual exploitation, domestic abuse and ideologically driven domestic terrorism.
People vulnerable to abuse in their own home can find it difficult to contact services. They may not know which agency to ring or which number to contact. They may not have access to a working phone or may worry about not having enough credit. Using their own phone, if they have one, can bring a fear being found out and punished by their abuser.
The red telephone box that used to be located on many street corners has for some years been in decline – after all we now have mobile phones.
Most towns now have a phone box which has been preserved. However, Coalville seems to have missed out up to now. Hermitage FM (99.2) has just put that right and now has a fine example of a K6 box, which is being restored
by station engineers and volunteers, in front of their premises in Memorial Square. The work will take several months and this symbol of ‘Britishness’ will stand on the edge of Coalville’s conservation area.
Information displays about community safety will be sourced from the North West Leicestershire Community Safety Partnership and the Police. Ongoing free telephone access to the relevant organisations will be funded recurrently by the station’s charitable arm, Carillon Radio.
The project will enable people without safe access to a phone the means to contact agencies who can help them. The project will give people who are at risk of abuse confidence
that they can call for help safely. It will give a clear message to people living in Coalville’s People Zone that the community cares about their welfare.
The project has been supported by the Police and Crime Commissioners Prevention Fund, NWLDC and JB Tool Hire.
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St John the Baptist church at Heather in Leicestershire has received a confirmed grant of £169,800 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for the ‘Tower Crusade at Heather’ project, it was announced today.
Thanks to money raised by National Lottery players, the project aims to do urgent repair work to the church tower and to encourage a wide range of heritage activities. Work will start this summer and be accompanied by heritage activities for local school children and communities.
The project aims to carry out essential repair work to the 14th century tower and, together with Ibstock Historical Society and Heather school, produce history and heritage trails both for adults and children. There will be opportunities to learn craft skills and emergency First Aid, as well as finding out about lead-casting and conservation work. Young people can also learn about the fascinating history of the church and its links with the Knights of St John by using the children’s trail or through fun sessions ‘Night with a Knight’.
St John the Baptist is a medieval church set in the heart of the village of Heather in Leicestershire. Built on the site of an earlier chapel of the knights of St John Hospitaller (forerunners of the modern St John Ambulance), the first recorded priest was Thomas in 1220, and the first four priests are believed to have been priors of the order who lived at their preceptory on the site of the manor house next door.
Commenting on the award, Revd Patty Bailey (project manager) said, “We’re delighted that this project can go ahead, thanks to National Lottery players. The church is a focal point in the village and it has a fascinating history, so it’s great to think we will be able to secure its future for generations to come.”
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Well, so far this year we have seen record numbers at our monthly car rallies, a really successful canal festival, run by the Ashby Canal Trust and a super busy Easter weekend. Even though the recent spell of bad weather has affected our June car rally, it has not stopped people enjoying the museum and boat rides! People have braved the rain to enjoy the unique views you get from one of our cruises aboard our boat, the Joseph Wilkes.
This summer is shaping up to one of our busiest yet! Throughout the summer holidays we will be open every day except Fridays, with boat trips running, including the ever popular 45-minute lunchtime cruise (places can be pre-booked in advance). We are also looking
forward to hosting several massive events. Kicking off on August 2nd, we are having an outdoor cinema. Although the evening showing of Bohemian Rhapsody is sold out, the afternoon family friendly showing of The Greatest Showman still has tickets available (at time of writing).
We then welcome the classic cars for a whole day on Sunday 11th August. A chance to see some truly awesome machines next a key piece of industrial history. Food is available all day with the museum and boat open as usual.
The Moira Folk Festival returns from the 16th-18th August, celebrating all things folk. Tickets are on sale now but there will be free events on throughout the weekend.
There are other events in the pipeline, so please keep an eye out on our website and Facebook for more information.
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Moira Furnace is a rare survivor of the Industrial Revolution in the heart of the National Forest. Visit us to learn about the furnace’s quirky history in our museum, enjoy cycling or walking in our attractive grounds and woodland, or take a relaxing trip on
Online Services Prize Draw WinnerWe’re pleased to announce the winner of the May Online Services prize draw was Mrs Fiona Sinfield. She won a £20 gift voucher. If you’ve not signed up yet and would like to be included in this month’s draw, please pop in to reception to ask for a form to sign up, and if you bring two forms of photo ID they can sign you up then and there. Otherwise download a form from our website www.ibstockhousesurgery.nhs.uk on the SystmOnline page.
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