UNDER THE EDGEINCORPORATING THE PARISH MAGAZINEGREAT LONGSTONE, LITTLE LONGSTONE,

ROWLAND, HASSOP, MONSAL HEAD, WARDLOW

No. 246 July 2019 ISSN 1466-8211www.undertheedge.net

The Ashford in the Water Well Dressings were once again to a very high standard this year. How wonderful that this tradition is continuing. My Great-Grandfather visited in 1959 and took this photograph (below left) of the Children’s Well with my Great-Grandmother closest to the camera. My photograph of the 2019 Children’s Well (below right), commemorated the late children’s author Judith Kerr who passed away on May 22nd, 2019 aged 95. A week before her death, she was nominated as illustrator of the year at the British Book Awards. Judith was a German born British writer and illustrator who came to Britain in 1933 during the rise of the Nazis. She wrote such books as the ‘Mog’ series and ‘The Tiger Who Came To Tea’ and acclaimed novels for older children, about life as a refugee, life in the second world war, and life in post war Britain from a childs perspective.Stephanie Kehr

Ashford in the Water Well Dressings

Finns Law - The Queen has given Royal AssentFantastic news, the Queen has given her royal assent to Finns Law. That means on 8th June 2019 an amendment to the Animal Welfare Act comes into place that will specifically protect police dogs and horses while they are on duty in England and Wales.In October 2016 police dog Finn was stabbed twice while detaining a criminal saving the life of his handler PC Dave Wardell. Sadly at that time there was no law to protect police animals from harm and although he nearly killed Finn the attacker walked away from court with next to no penalty.Since that near fatal night PC Dave Wardell’s life has been a rollercoaster, fighting for the protection of police animals, dubbed Finns Law. This law has been a work in progress for well over a year now and saw its final reading at the House of Lords on 2nd April 2019 where it was not contested. The law was then sent for Royal Assent, something that normally takes two months. However, it was signed by the Queen and returned in less than a week.PC Dave Wardell said:“This has been an incredible but testing journey, however it has been such a joy to be a part of, we have met people from all walks of life with a common interest, to ensure police animals are protected while serving their community.“Finn has attended every single stage at Parliament and is quite a feature there now. He has made many friends throughout this journey and I’m sure he won’t forget a single one.“I’m proud of my best friend, he has certainly gone down in history. He has turned such a horrendous event into something so positive, his legacy will never be forgotten by his furry colleagues."Jean Gledhill

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Plant SwapOn Saturday 1st June our annual plant swap/sale took place by the Village Cross between 11am and 1pm.Thankfully the rain held off and the morning was bright with some sunshine.Many thanks to everyone who provided plants and to our village friends who were very generous in their support.Also thanks to Mrs. Hattersley for the lovely surprise of delicious coffee and cake for the organisers which was greatly appreciated.We hope to see you all next year.Society Chairman

Oxfam Quiz Night at The Medway Centre, Bakewell

Wednesday July 24th 7.15 for 7.30Teams of 4 or less.

Smaller teams will be awarded bonus points. Tickets £10 per person, to include a ploughman's buffet,

are available in advance from The Medway and The Bakewell Book Shop. Tickets can also be reserved by phoning Daryl on 01629 813209 or Di on 01629 812104There will be a bar with a choice of wine, beer, lagers and soft drinks.

All proceeds from this fun evening go to Oxfam.

Longstone and District Horticultural and Garden Society

Re: Garden visit on Wednesday 3rd July -Venue: Flower garden of Gill Bagshawe,

Hawkhill Road, Eyam.Entry Fee £7.00.

followed by a visit to The Hannah Bennett Sculpture Garden, also in Eyam

Entry Fee £7.00.If you would like to be included in this trip (transport will be provided) Please get in

touch by ringing Judy Dilks on 01629 640204 or Wendy Hanna on 01629 640503.

The arrangements are to meet at the Bus Shelter at 1.30 p.m. Refreshments available in

Eyam if required.We look forward to hearing from you.

The Committee

Little Longstone Chapel Little Longstone Chapel is celebrating our 175th anniversary this year!Come and see our HISTORY TRAIL around the chapel which explains the interesting and varied events that have happened over the years.

(Alright for kids – not boring. Honest!).We are open during daylight hours.

Please note the History Trail will be in place until just before our Flower Festival – 13th to 20th July – the History Trail will recommence after then.

LITTLE LONGSTONE CONGREGATIONAL CHAPEL

FLOWER FESTIVAL

13 – 20 JULY 2019

The Theme this year is‘My Favourite Flowers’

with a special arrangement also to commemorate the 175th Anniversary of our Chapel.

Tea/Coffee and home made cakes will be served daily during this time.

LITTLE LONGSTONE CONGREGATIONAL CHAPELFLOWER FESTIVAL SERVICE

SUNDAY 14 JULY AT 11 amPlease come and join us.

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PB Theatricals sails into 2019Founded in 2009, PB Theatricals continues to give children and young people the opportunity to explore their creativity and confidence by casting, rehearsing and performing high quality Gilbert & Sullivan shows within a week.This year, we begin our 11th season by taking on three new challenges with shows for people aged 10-18 (HMS Pinafore), 16-30 (The Gondoliers), and PB Theatricals veterans (Rarest of all Rarities at the Buxton Fringe).We are inviting young people with a desire to get on stage and perform to take part in our productions. Register for auditions at www.pbtheatricals.co.uk . There is no need to audition for the younger show if you wish to be in the chorus!If you cannot take part, don’t miss out. Tickets are available and can be reserved by emailing: pbtyouththeatre@gmail.com “Fine voices, excellent timing and synchronisation clearly gave this performance a professional touch, despite the cast having had 3 days to rehearse!” – Sandra J Cooper, Buxton Fringe Theatre ReviewsPB Theatricals is inclusive to all young people, and prides itself in emphasising fun and friendship while creating high quality operettas for all to enjoy. Coming together every summer, our performers believe that the music and comedy of Gilbert & Sullivan is still worth preserving and celebrated.Buxton Fringe - Rarest of all Rarities Performances:18th July | 7:30pm | Green Man Gallery, Buxton19th July | 3:00pm | The Rotunda, Pavilion GardensAge 10-18 - HMS PinaforeAuditions: 20th July | 10:00am | St Thomas More Catholic School, Buxton Performances: 26th July | 7:30pm | Medway Centre, Bakewell27th July | 2:15pm | New Mills Art TheatreAge 16-30 – The GondoliersAuditions: 20th July | 10:00am | St Thomas More Catholic School, Buxton Performances: 3rd August | 2:30pm | Medway Centre, Bakewell3rd August | 7:30pm | Medway Centre, Bakewell

4th August | 7:15pm | New Mills Art Theatre, New Mills

The Packhorse InnLittle Longstone

David and Lorraine welcome you to The Packhorse.

Small parties catered for! Excellent hand-pulled ales and quality home cooked food are

available from 12 – 3.00pm and 6-9.00pm daily. Quiz night on

Thursday with ‘A Bingo Twist’ at 9.00pm with proceeds going to

Air Ambulance.Children, dogs and walkers are all welcome in the pub and beer

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Please pop in to see us, visit our Facebook page or give us a call on 01629 640507. Many thanks!

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Anyone travelling up Church Lane recently couldn’t miss the beautiful display of poppies lining the wall up to the Church gate. I think it must be a good year for poppies as I have seen them in newly ploughed fields around the area. But these were sown from seed collected last year by Tom and his daughter, Isla, and sprinkled up the side of the wall. We have tried this before but the flowers were killed by a Council worker, coming down the road on a quad bike and spraying them with weed killer. Luckily they have escaped this year and have been admired by lots of people, taking photos of this colourful sight. It’s just a shame that the Under The Edge is printed in black and white! Roger Cox

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Parish Council NotesReaders are reminded that this is the UTE reporter’s interpretation of the Annual Parish Meeting and Great Longstone Parish Council meeting held on 15th May 2019 in the village hall. Official minutes for these meetings are published on the Parish Council noticeboard outside Longstone School.Apologies were received from Parish Councillors John Shimwell and Dan McGoverne, and County Councillor Judith Twigg. All other councillors were present and correct.The minutes of last year’s annual parish meeting were approved before the Chair presented a brief report of the Council’s activities during the year. She noted several achievements, including the new Christmas lights and works on the Rec, but had been disappointed no-one had volunteered for the arranged speed awareness group, despite many complaints about speeding in the village. She thanked Caroline Briggs, who had resigned as a councillor during the year, for her insights on mobility issues and who had been responsible for many access points around the village being adjusted. She also thanked newcomers Rick Gooch and Dan McGoverne for their great work on the Rec. Peter Thompson, the vice-chair and longest serving councillor (having joined in 2007 with the Chair) had stepped down at the recent election, and his analytical mind would be sorely missed. Finally, the Chair thanked the Clerk for keeping the council in line and on top of legislation, and all parishioners for working behind the scenes to keep the village neat and tidy. The meeting was then thrown open to the floor.Michael Watson started by giving an impassioned plea for more transparency and open discussion by the Council. He felt everything was always decided before a meeting, as despite attending many such, he had never seen a show of hands. This gave the impression of a closed shop. He said it was imperative that residents who raise questions should be given a reply either at the meeting, or in writing within a few days. He further complained that the minutes were too terse compared to those produced for Little Longstone, which had far more information in them. Donations to the council should be declared with reasons given, and councillors should declare their interests. Mr. Watson

went on to berate the council for not acting on illegal parking by school mothers on both sides of the road at junctions with Station Road. He pointed out that Tideswell had two car parks and banners saying “Don’t Park Here”. This inconsiderate behaviour both there and in Church Lane had already resulted in the corner of a wall being demolished by one car coming up while another was coming down. He also wished to point out that drainage at Longreave Lane might have been sorted out, but the roads were just as bad on the Cross, where nothing had been done. Mr. Watson then went on to comment on the agenda item at the Council meeting to discuss raising the rent for the Cricket and Football Clubs, and reminded everyone that the 1922 deeds for the Recreation Ground specifically stated that the Cricket Club pay no more than £1. This should thus not be increased, especially as they maintained the Rec, unlike Baslow JFC, who should be made to pay its share of maintenance.The Chair and Cllr. Gooch defended the council’s position robustly, with support from the Clerk. Residents have the opportunity to present their views in the fifteen minutes set aside at the start of every Council Meeting, and can approach Parish Councillors at any time. The Chair pointed out that public attendance had been high until meetings were first reported in UTE, while in recent years it is very rare to get even one member of the public apart from the UTE representative. Cllr. Gooch stated that minutes were just that, and could not be a blow by blow description of discussions at the meeting. They were published and could be challenged at any meeting. He also pointed out that the JFC is titled Baslow and Longstone not just Baslow. The Clerk, who also produces the minutes of the Little Longstone meetings, said that the reason these were much longer is because they only have three meetings a year and consequently larger agendas. She also writes annually to the school, requesting them to write in turn to all school parents to ask them to park carefully and use the car parks at the White Lion and Crispin, which have generously been made available but are not being made use of. The Clerk and the Chair also explained the time constraints of a Council Meeting, which cannot start before 7.30pm or go on after 10pm, mean that a lot of material

is circulated by email beforehand, for councillors to do research and background reading so that debates at meetings are informed and decisions made expeditiously. Cllr. Gooch added that parking enforcement was a matter for the police and highways, as was speeding, who would rarely get involved until there was a serious accident or fatality. The current view of the police is that parked cars are traffic calming. The Chair stated that Great Longstone was one of only a handful of villages in the country which had managed to avoid having lines painted on the road, while Cllr. Barrett pointed out that the Cricket Club only maintains its square, not the rest of the Rec.Colin Wood then raised a complaint about the drainage works on the Rec. The contractor had sent a tractor with 60 tons of sand that had ripped the road surface up to his house by the butcher’s shop. In his opinion the state of the road was now a disgrace and thesand banding job should never have been done with a tractor and trailer. He also complained that the bin lorries were too large and that the council should send a transit lorry to pick their bins up. The Chair apologised for the state of the road, which had been due to be resurfaced after ex-councillor Briggs had pushed hard for it. They would now chase it as a matter of urgency. Cllr. Barrett warned Mr. Wood to be careful what he wished for with regard to bins, as the council might insist on his bins being brought down to Main Street. District Cllr. Gamble said that as bins were a matter for the District, she will look into the situation. The Chair thanked Cllr. Gamble for attending, and noted that this was the first time a District Councillor had attended for a very large number of years. This had meant the Parish Council had had to be pro-active and bypass the district council to a large extent.The meeting then closed at 7.35pm.Parish Council MeetingMinutesThe minutes of the previous council meeting were approved.The Chair welcomed Dan Cox to the meeting from the public area.Cllr. Long was then re-elected as Chair, before asking Rick Gooch if he would act as her Vice and Cllr. Gooch agreed to be volunteered and was duly elected.

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Recreation GroundThe noticeboard doors have been fixed by a joiner. It had not been an easy task and the noticeboard is still not in a good state, with a health and safety risk from splinters. Cllr. James Cox left the room while Cox Contractors’ quote for staining the board was considered and accepted (no other quotes were required as it was under the £300 limit).The boat is now in a state of disrepair and had been examined by the joiner, who pronounced that it had become a bigger job than originally anticipated. Cllr. James Cox said it would need priming and painting afterwards. The Clerk reported that funds were available for this, as 20% of the initial cost of construction eight years ago had been retained when the constructors had gone into administration and so unable to provide a warranty. It was decided to accept the quote for repair, despite being over £300, rather than seeking others, due to the worsening condition since the last inspection. Furthermore, the contractor was known to be competitive from past experience.The maintenance work on the elephant had been carried out. RoSPA are due to carry out their unaccompanied health and safety inspection of the Rec and village greens by the end of May. Cllr. James Cox felt that there should be more regular inspections to cover the Council against any injuries to children. Cllr. Gooch recommended drawing up a defect sheet (based on the RosPA report) for an immediate inspection, to be repeated at monthly or six weekly intervals, volunteering himself and Cllr. McGoverne to take responsibility for this. Cllr. James Cox said this should include photos of the exercise equipment that could be then used in the Internal Audit. The Clerk informed the council that it had proved too difficult to draw up a tender specification for an annual painting contract as individual items deteriorated at different rates. It was agreed to continue on a “do as and when” basis.The basketball post had been repaired and new nets fitted. The tennis court fencing was a bigger job than first anticipated and so would require further quotes for the new work. It would require funding, possibly from Small England who give small

grants of up to £10,000. The Chair felt it should be done in the next few months, and that the RoSPA report could help support the case. The surface of the court was thought to be in a satisfactory condition.Sand BandingThis was considered to have been a success. The grass cutter had reported that there was no surface water after the recent rain, whereas before he would have been squelching about. Cllr. Barrett noted his concern that the sand had cracked and dropped down a lot in the dry weather. Cllr. Gooch reminded the council that it would need deep spiking twice a year, and Cllr. Dan Cox generously offered to do this using his own farm equipment.Cllr. Gooch wanted it noted for the record in UTE that although the council might appear to be obsessed with football pitch improvements, this was just part of the wider scheme of maintenance of the whole Rec. The pitch is just the current project; the tennis court will be the next big one.GoalsThe goal mouths still need reseeding. The Baslow groundsman, who had been responsible for several Premier League grounds, had recommended seed rather than turf. Cllr. James Cox said they would require watering every day, if so.The goal posts also needed to be replaced as they don’t meet the current FA standard. The FC have indicated they would match council funds for this (last time round they donated £250). A long discussion ensued on whether these should be plastic or aluminium (quotes were similar) and when, whether, to where and by whom the nets should be taken down for storage. Cllr. Barrett suggested they be taken down in summer to let the goal mouths recover, or at least put in different positions. Cllr. James Cox said there was not enough wear in summer, and what was wrong with putting jumpers down on the ground as in the old days. It was pointed out that the pitch was not just for the benefit of the FC, as the school and village use the pitch at least two days a week. Cllr. Gooch then proposed purchase of socketed posts, subject to residents letting the council know whether this was needed or not. Lightweight aluminium was proposed as the material of choice, with Derbyshire FA to produce 50% of funding. There

was a difference of opinion on asking the FC for funding, with Cllr. Barrett feeling that FC already pay high subs, while Cllr. James Cox questioned the need for council funds, on the grounds of inconsistency, because the council does not provide equipment for the Cricket Club. In the end, it was agreed to ask the FC for a donation in returnfor keeping the peppercorn rent unchanged. Cllr Barrett asked that this also be the case for the tennis club.Cllr Barrett also suggested moving the goals one goal width downhill towards the old peoples’ housing. The touch line would then be at the top of the slope. Cllr. James Cox approved this suggestion, saying that the goal mouths would then no longer need reseeding! It was agreed that the FC should be consulted on this.Annual RentsIt was agreed that the annual rent for both FC and CC should be kept at £1. Cllr. James Cox felt the FC rent should be the same as Baslow, as ratepayers were not happy with their money being used, but the Clerk pointed out their pitch was a far superior one. It was also run by their Sports Club, whereas no volunteers had come forward to do the same for the Rec when asked for. The Chair made the point that this was the first occasion ratepayers’ money had been spent, and that the school use the Rec as well as the clubs. The Clerk was asked to write to the CC, FC and TC informing them of the cost of upkeep and welcoming donations to support any improvements.Village greensThe parish notice board near the school is now loose and rather shaky, and in need of staining. It was agreed to ask a joiner for his opinion as to whether new posts were required, whether the posts should be cemented in, or if a completely new board was needed. The Clerk was going to liaise with John Fawcett to order new Christmas lights, which by popular acclaim were to be coloured.Footpaths/roadsThe stolen gas lamp in Church Lane has not been replaced but just left as a hole. The orange lamp in Furnall Avenue is just temporary and will be replaced by EON with a LED one.Cllr. Barrett asked if the Council could fund illuminated signs for speeding, but the Clerk explained that this could only be done by the County Council as it was on the highway. Cllr. Barrett also asked if the council could request a

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20mph zone by the school, but apparently a survey has already been carried out showing that cars do in fact already slow down to 20mph. Cllr. Gooch asked that, despite this, and especially as it had been raised by the public that night, the Clerk ask the County Council to consider parking restrictions and a 20mph zone, and explore options for traffic calming outside the school. Finally, the Chair noted that Bruno Cardona had applied weed killer to Spring Bank and West Green.Council administrationNo response had been received to the notice in UTE for a volunteer to run the community website. The Clerk had paid for a professional email system which Simon Headington would help her to make the switch.The DALC is running a course on 3rd July at 6pm which the Clerk said would be helpful for new councillors. Cllr. Dan Cox hoped to attend, as did Cllr. Gooch, who in turn would encourage Cllr. McGoverne to do so too. The Parish Council will pay for this.The Chair noted that insurance documents had been received from the mowing contractors. Cllr. James Cox said that they must also provide evidence that they had an environmental licence to remove waste and provide tracking reports, or the Council would be acting illegally.Financial mattersCllr. James Cox asked why the mowing contractor was being paid monthly and not twice yearly as previously. The Clerk explained it was in order for him to submit regular invoices at whatever frequency he chose. Payments of £4,158 were then approved. Cllr.s Barrett and Dan Cox volunteered to become signatories for the bank account, which requires a minimum of two. The Chair is currently the sole one.The Internal Audit had been carried out and was approved, as were the Annual Governance and Accounting statements.Planning mattersCllr. Dan Cox left the room while his application for an open plan agricultural building was considered, to which there were no objections, as was the case for two further applications.However, two applications from Bleaklow Farm raised concerns, for converting an agricultural barn into 3

bedroom accommodation for domestic staff. Work had already been started when it was stopped by the inspectors because an earlier application had only been granted consent for use as a tack room and stable roof. The Clerk explained that the Council could only object on the very specific grounds laid down by the District Council. Cllr. Gooch asked that, in that case, no objections be recorded with the proviso that the building be only used for the purpose specified and not for letting.Police reportNo crimes reported in the last 60 daysCorrespondenceThe Clerk referred to the recent letter in UTE about speeding and noted that the Council could not respond to anything that was not directly addressed to them. The Councillors suggested the Clerk put a notice in UTE highlighting this and other matters causing concern.The meeting closed at 9.12 pm.Date of next meetingsJuly 10th and September 11th 7.30 pm.Contact detailsSarah Stokes, Clerk to Great Longstone Parish Council, Longstone Byre, Little Longstone, Bakewell DE45 1NN. Tel: 01629 640851. Email: parishcouncil@greatlongstone.net Adam Rae-Smith

Village Snooker Club newsOn Friday the 10th May 2019 the snooker table located in the village hall was refurbished. The refurbishment was commissioned from a company from Sheffield called Mills Snooker. It took the father and son team most of the day to dismantle the top part of the table to replace the rubber cushions, pocket leathers and netting, and then replace the cloth. The cushions are removed for re-rubbering and clothing. We now have a new cloth with a decent nap on it that should allow the players to practice better ball control, perhaps improving pace and positional shots. Although I have played on the new cloth and it hasn’t improved my game yet! We have a snooker club in the village, currently with fifteen members and additional players that play as guests with members. It’s great to have such a facility on the doorstep. It has seen plenty of use over the years and is set to continue providing enjoyment as part of the village hall amenities for years to come. New members are always welcome, with just a joining fee of a tenner and then annual subscriptions of a tenner thereafter.Players pay for the table light using a 20p meter, which last about 15 minutes per coin. This can be an incentive to try and get a break going; potting multiple balls in a visit to the table will result in less 20p’s in the meter!If anyone would like to join the club, or have a chat about the facility please give me a call; Kevin Crawford, snooker club chairman on 01629 640049.

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Competitors should mark a "1" or "2" for the number of exhibits after the Class or Classes they desire to enter. Competitors may enter two exhibits maximum per class. Entry fee of 20p per exhibit for adults - children under

Class Qty SECTION 1 VEG & FRUIT 1 or 2 Class Qty SECTION 4 DOMESTIC 1 or 2

1 3 POTATOES Any variety 28 1 BREAD2 6 PEAS Any variety 29 1 BREAD Multigrain3 6 BROAD BEANS Any variety 30 3 SCONES (Savoury) On a plate4 6 RUNNER BEANS Any variety 31 3 JAM TARTS On a plate5 3 BEETROOT (round) Any variety 32 3 MUFFINS On a plate6 1 CUCUMBER Any variety 33 1 LEMON DRIZZLE CAKE On a plate7 5 SPRING ONIONS Grown from seed 34 4 SHORTBREAD Fingers8 3 COURGETTES Any variety 35 1 COVERED APPLE PIE On a plate9 5 TOMATOES On a plate 36 1 JAR OF JAM Any fruit

37 1 LEMON CURD Jar38 1 MARMALADE Jar39 1 CHUTNEY Jar40 4 EGGS On a plate

13 1 VEGETABLE Funniest shape 41 1 BABY GARMENT Any medium

44 1 NEEDLEWORK Cross Stitch ^45 1 NEEDLEWORK Embroidery ^46 1 NEEDLEWORK Soft Toy47 1 PICTURE Art - any medium48 1 PHOTOGRAPH Stone Building49 1 WOODWORK Any subject

50 1 DECORATED BUCKET Any medium

19 6 VIOLAS or PANSIES Blooms

22 3 GLADIOLI Spikes23 3 DAHLIAS Any variety24 3 ROSES Any variety 54 1 PHOTOGRAPH a Pet25 1 CUT FLOWERS Vase26 1 FLOWERING PLANT Max 10' diameter pot27 1 FOLIAGE PLANT Max 10' diameter pot

I hereby enter the class(es) marked above, subject to the rules and regulations.

Name: ............................................................................................................... Age (for Section 7 only) ........................................................

Address: .......................................................................................................................................... Tel No. .....................................................................................

Open for exhibitors 9.30-11am and members of the public 2-4pm

4 different types in water - no flowers

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12 1 COLLECTION OF CUT CULINARY HERBS

Longstone & District Horticultural & Garden Society Show, Saturday 27th July

16 free. This form to be presented on Friday, 26th July between 6.30pm and 8.30pm at Longstone Village Hall.

SECTION 2

TRAY OF VEGETABLES

One each of 3 different vegetables

PLATE OF ONE TYPE OF FRUIT Exhibitors own choice

10 1

FLORAL ART

20 1 SWEET PEAS (Single colour) Vase

21 1 SWEET PEAS (mixed colours) Vase

FLORAL ARRANGEMENT

Fresh Foliage and Garden Flowers displayed in a glass

14 1

SECTION 3 FLOWERS AND FOLIAGE

Display in a bottle17

* denotes grown and/or bought flowers may be used

FLORAL ARRANGEMENT

Display in a cooking utensil15 1

FLORAL ARRANGEMENT Greenery Arrangement16 1

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51 1

HAND KNITTED ARTICLE42 1

SECTION 5

52

HANDICRAFT

^ please indicate whether kit or self-design

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Whilst every precaution will be taken by the LDHFS Committee, it cannot be held responsible for loss or damage to exhibits and containers.

43 1

DECORATED DIGESTIVE BISCUIT1

Made from fruit and/or veg. (coctail sticks can be used)

SUPERHERO

DECORATED YOGURT POT

Filled with garden flowers

SECTION 7 CHILDREN

Rosettes and Monetary Prizes awarded to the Children in each class. Two age categories per class: 8 years and under; and 9 to

15 years

FLORAL ARRANGEMENT¢FLORAL ARRANGEMENT ¢18

HAND CROCHETED ARTICLE

If you have grown it or made it yourself, you can show it.

1 Royal Baby Display SECTION � OUTDOOR CLASS

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White

(American)

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Dear Friends,

Snippets from St. Giles

EnquiriesFor all enquiries in connection with home communions, baptisms, confirmations, confessions and weddings please telephone the Vicar on 01629 640257 or send an email tojamescroft80@gmail.comJames Croft (Vicar)

We are a small, friendly and independent pre-school. Our focus is on learning through play

in a stimulating and safe environment.

www.greatlongstonepreschool.org.uk

01629 640 842

Ofsted rating GoodHigh staff:child ratios

Ages 2½ to school

9am–12noon weekdays plus Wednesday 12noon-3pm

Thursday 4th July3.45pm - 5.00pm

@ St Giles ChurchGreat Longstone

Fun Craft Activities

Relaxed informal worship

Yummy Food!We look forward to seeing you

Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult or guardian

Driving back home along the Hassop Road something very suddenly and brightly caught my eye on the left hand side of the road. It was I quickly realized a field full of beautiful poppies, a great blanket of bright red. It got me thinking about colour. There is a children’s song that goes something like, “Think of a world without any flowers, think of a world without any trees, think of a sky without any sunshine…….” I remember it from my old school days and the very final part of the song that went “We thank you Lord and praise your holy name.” Looking around my garden I think it would be rather sad if there were no flowers and trees and all those colours that go along with them. As the song suggests an appreciation of the beauty of what surrounds us can, and indeed for many, does lead to faith in a creator God who we can thank and praise.It may surprise some but our church does actually celebrate colour. Throughout the year the colours of the altar frontal, the fall on the pulpit, the ribbons on the lectern (commonly and collectively known as the hangings), the burse and veil that cover the chalice on the altar as well as the vestments, the Priest wears Sunday by Sunday, change. The main colours we use are Green, Purple, White and Red. For those of you who may be interested this is when some of the colours are used:-GREEN is used during the two seasons of ordinary time, 3rd February until the day before Ash Wednesday, and the day after Pentecost until Advent Sunday.PURPLE for the season of Advent and Lent (until Palm Sunday)RED for Holy Week, Pentecost and Saints days when they are martyrsWHITE for Christmas, Easter and Epiphany and Saints days when the Saints are not martyrsLike so much, colour works on our subconscious. We may not be immediately aware of the colours around us and it takes something like a glorious field of red poppies to remind us suddenly of their value and importance. Something like that can happen in our churches for we can suddenly be struck by a change in the liturgical colour. I find this at the end of the long church season of Sundays after Trinity when we have green and suddenly we turn to the purple

for the season of Advent. The colour purple seems to fit in very well with the shorter days of sunlight and helps enhance the beauty of our church building.So next time you visit the church why not check out the colour and let it lead you to wherever it will……..With every blessing,James

• Once again Messy church proved to be very popular last month. Our theme was the Holy Spirit and so a lot of paper doves were made plus cakes to celebrate the birthday of the church. Everybody enjoyed the craft activities, worship and food. Thank you to all who came and supported the event and to those who help ensure that it continues to flourish.• Visiting bellringers continue to come and enjoy ringing on six bells of St. Giles while at the same time enjoying the wonderful countryside. Our local ringers continue to ring for Evensong on the third Sunday of the month for approximately forty minutes or so. Our methods include Oxford Treble Bob Minor, Stedman and Grandsire Doubles. You can distinguish Minor from Doubles ringing easily for in Doubles ringing the heaviest bell always rings last in the change.• Vicar’s nature notes: - I read recently that greenfinches were on the decline but I did manage to see one in the churchyard. The house martins continue to be active around our bedroom window presumably still trying to build a nest. Other highlights are the colourful wildlife garden in the Vicarage garden and of course the glorious field of red poppies to be seen off the Hassop road.• St. Giles’ is always open in daylight hours for people to come along and enjoy. Maybe also at the same time for a bit of solitude, stillness and quiet prayer. You are always welcome.James - jamescroft80@gmail.com If anyone has anything that they would to put into snippets then please send to me so that I can include in for the next edition of ute.

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July in the GardenRoses -Remove dead heads. After first flush of blooms feed with rose fertiliser. Hoe into soil. Spray with ‘rose clear’.Dahlias - Continues tying young stems to their stakes. Feed plants fortnightly with liquid fertiliser.Lawns - Water in dry weather. Aerate surface of lawn. Apply fungicides to control fusarium, dollar spot and corticium.Herbaceous - Continue cutting back early flowering plants and deadheading.Sweet Peas - A liquid feed may be needed every twelve days. Continue pinching out tendrils and side shoots from cordons.Chrysanthemums - Stop plants set out in May. Hoe in a dressing of suitablefertiliser.Trees and Shrubs - Prune decidious shrubs such as Jasmine and Philadelphus after flowering by removing spent flowers and weak shoots.Fruit - Pick soft fruit. Prune trees grown in restricted form. Train in newblackberry and loganberry shoots. Support heavily cropping branches of apples, pears and plums. Pick blackcurrant, fruit and prune bushes.Vegetables - Complete leek planting, sprouts, wintercabbage, sprouting and spring broccoli. Sow spinach, beet. make late sowings of bear and globe beetroot.General tasks - Between now and the autumn, carry out any repairs, painting or renovating. Remove deadheads. If going on holiday, cut the lawn and hoe all around. Check plant ties and leave the hose ready for your neighbour to waterfor you. Leave instructions to cut sweet peas and collect vegetables.

The

Innrispin

• Bar open all day Sat & Sun• A Robinson ‘Gold Award’ Pub

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• Large function room available F.O.C• Ramblers, Children & Dogs all welcome• Coach Parties catered for by appointment• Open Fire & Beer Garden

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Traditional Village pub servinghearty, home-cooked foodlunchtimes and evenings

FOOD HYGIENE RATING

0 1 2 3 4 5VERY GOOD

2018

The Crispin Inn, Main Street, Great Longstone, Bakewell DE45 1TZ Open 7 Days

The Crispin Inn was awarded a Food Hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good) by Derbyshire Dales District Council

The Crispin Inn, Main St. Great Longstone DE45 1TZ

Tel: 01629 640237 www.thecrispingreatlongstone.co.uk

Great Longstone

St. Giles Great Longstone

& Church of the Good Shepherd, Wardlow

Services in June7th July - Trinity 3

8.00am Holy Communion9.00am Eucharist

(at Wardlow)11.00am Morning Service

6.30pm Evensong

14th July -Trinity 411.00am Parish Eucharist

6.30pm Evensong

21st July - Trinity 58.00am Holy Communion9.00am Morning Service

(at Wardlow)11.00 am Parish Eucharist

6.30pm Open Air Ecumeni-cal Service on the Green

28th July Trinity 511.00am Parish Eucharist

6.30pm Evensong

GT. LONGSTONE METHODIST CHAPEL

Local Minister Rev. Adrian PerryTel. No. 812195

7th July 11.00 am

United Service at the Parish Church

14th July - 10.30 am

at the Chapel - Dr. Ray Briddon

21st July

No service in the morning

Anniversary Servic on the Village

Green 6.30 pm

All are welcome.

28th July 10.30 am

Mr Frith

At 2.30 pm there will be a Circuit

Service at Cliff College.

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What’s OnMonday evenings - Great Longstone Bridge Club in Village Hall 6.50pm to 10pm

Mondays - Knit & Natter in Wardlow Village Hall 1pm to 4 pm £2

3rd July - Horticultural Society Garden Visit (page 2)

12th July - Longstone Village Sizzle, Longstone School Playground (page 5)

13th July - Dearne Big Band concert, Curbar Church £12.50

13th -20th July - Little Longstone Flower Festival (page 2)

14th July - ‘Grumpah Jazz Trio’ Little Longstone (page 4)

18th July onwards - Various dates PB theatricals (page3)

21st July - Eurpoean Tour Eyam ‘Mr Simpson’s Little Consort ‘(page 2)

24th July - Oxfam Quiz night - Medwqay Centre 7:15pm (page 2)

27th July - Horticultural Society Show (entries on 26th July) (entry form Page 9)

3rd August - Hidden Gardens of Curbar, Calver and Froggatt (page 4)

24th to 26th August - Wardlow Gingerbread Village Festival

12th November - Horticultural Society AGM in Crispin Inn 7.30

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Telephone: 01629 816636Normal Surgery Opening Times: Mon Thurs Fri 8am - 6.30pm Tues 8am - 8.00pm Wed 7am - 6.30pm

We do not close for lunchClosed: Bank Holidays & afternoon of Wednesday 12th June from1.30pmWhitworth Hospital Opening Times: A&E (Minor Injuries Unit): 8am - 10pmX-Ray: Mon 9am - 5pm Tue-Fri 9am - 12.30pm

For medical advice when the surgery is closed, phone 111

‘Patient Access’: If you have access to a computer you can register to use ‘Patient Access’ to book GP appointments and order repeat medications on-line. Please ask at reception for registration details.IF YOU ARE ALREADY REGISTERED YOU CAN DOWNLOAD THE APP TO USE FROM YOUR SMARTPHONE OR TABLET DEVICE.Credit/Debit Cards: We accept payments via cards as well as cash.

Baslow Health Centre www.baslowhealthcentre.co.uk

Normal Surgery Opening Times: Mon Tues Thurs Fri 8am - 6.30pm Wed 7.30am - 6.30pmPhones: Mon-Fri 8am – 6.30pmClosed: Afternoon of Wednesday 11th Sept , 9th October, 13th November.Telephone Numbers: Reception 01246 582216 District Nursing Team 01629 593050 Health Visitor 01629 816633 Dispensary 01246 582366 Surgery Fax 01246 583867Dispensary line open 12 noon – 1pm 2pm – 3pm

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For Urgent Calls when the surgery is closed, phone 111

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