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Matt Elliott on Leicester City’s season so far

Local girl to run London Marathon

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In the December issue of “The Voice” I was critical of the police service for removing “bobbies” from foot patrol beat officers and replacing them with panda

cars, and I quoted a story where I had been on foot patrol in Ibstock and caught a youth committing criminal damage to a glass display cabinet attached to the Palace cinema.

A similar incident occurred some time later after I was transferred to Coalville and I was on night duty patrolling the town centre. At 1am I was at the junction of Belvoir Road and High Street when I saw three youths approaching the junction from Ashby Road.

The youths had obviously been drinking and I decided to keep an eye on them. I stepped into a shop doorway and watched the youths as they crossed the junction and proceeded along High Street. At that moment, there was a loud noise of breaking glass which had not been caused by the three youths as they were still in my sight.

I started to walk along High Street when there was a second noise of breaking glass and I started to hurry towards the sound. At that moment a youth appeared from Currys doorway (yes, in those days there was a Currys in High Street!) carrying a portable transistor radio. On seeing me, the youth turned and ran towards Hotel Street with me in hot pursuits. I was able to stop and apprehend him at the level crossing and took him back to Currys shop display. The large side window was completely shattered and, in the youth’s attempt to steal the most expensive radio he had caused a great deal of damage to other electrical goods in the window.

The youth was held in custody overnight and brought before the Magistrates later that morning when he as given a custodial sentence. The youth was identified as a petty criminal from Leicester and, had it not been for a policeman being on his beat, he could possibly have got away with his crime. This strengthens my argument that there is no substitute to having policeman on the beat. It gives the general public confidence.

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Birthday Celebrations at Kats Antique Vintage and Collectables!A local, family run business celebrated it’s first year in their new premises on Saturday 20th February.Kats Antique Vintage and Collectables in Coalville marked the celebrations with an open day at their shop on High Street where they greeted customers, old and new, with a variety of special offers.

Their 2 floor centre, offers an “Aladdin’s Cave” of antiques, collectables, jewellery and bespoke hand painted furniture. The vintage kitchen and kitchenalia are particularly worth a trip up the stairs to see!

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Matt was impressed with Leicester’s pre-season form saying that they looked as though they had clicked as a team and were already playing with confidence. At this point he already felt that they would do well, especially on the back of recording no defeats in their pre-season games.

Previous manager Nigel Pearson had already created a good group of players and the new boss, the experienced Claudio Ranieri wisely kept the vast majority, only adding to the squad with players that he felt would enhance the qualities of the ones already here.

Crucially, he also kept most of the back room staff such as Craig Shakespeare and Steve Walsh. This created a level of stability which was needed after the unexpected departure of Nigel Pearson, who had presided over arguably the most incredible ‘great escape’ in Premier League history when Leicester lost only once (to Champions Chelsea) in their last 9 games and came from 9 points adrift of safety in March to finish a creditable 14th in the final table.

Matt feels that the present team have already matched and surpassed anything that previous Leicester City teams have done and they now know they can match their playing abilities against any team in the Premier League, which in itself is a considerable achievement given the vast resources of the elite super-rich clubs who have dominated proceedings since the inception of the Premier League in 1992.

After what had proved to be a traumatic season at times Matt thinks that if, at the start of this season anyone had offered Leicester a 17th place finish, and thus avoid relegation, most people would have taken it. This is what makes everything they have achieved already way beyond most people’s expectations. Recently, there have been bookmakers making them favourites to win the title, especially after the superb win at Manchester City in February. In addition they are now odds-on for a top 4 finish, which would mean qualification for the Champions League - an incredible feat considering their position this time last year. However, showing a somewhat superstitious side to his nature, Matt said he would prefer not to endorse this just in case it tempts providence!

Pointing at the flip side of all this, Matt says that due to their new found success, there is now a change in the level of expectation about what they can achieve. This in turn creates its own pressures both, for this and for forthcoming seasons too. Fans will be hoping, and maybe even expecting, a level of performance from now on that they undoubtedly not have been expecting before.

It remains to be seen if the performances can be sustained over a long period and a lot will depend on the owners commitment to the clubs successful future. That said, there’s nothing to suggest otherwise and they seem very happy to work with the manager to achieve continued and future success.

Matt feels that Jamie Vardy has been the most exciting player this season, although it’s plainly obvious to everyone watching City this season that there are other very good players in the team, all who have played key roles in helping Leicester achieve its present success. Particularly pleasing is the national recognition now being bestowed upon the silky skills of Riyad Mahrez and the incredible energy levels of N’Golo Kante and Danny Drinkwater in midfield. Throw in the constant supply of dangerous crosses from Mark Albrighton, the shot-stopping of Kasper Schmeichel, the international quality of Christian Fuchs and the rock like centre-back partnership of Robert Huth and captain Wes Morgan and you have the basis of a title chasing team.

In his role as Radio Leicester co-commentator Matt is at all the matches and says it’s great to be there, especially given the supercharged exciting atmosphere in the King Power Stadium created by the excited Foxes faithful, all of which helps the team’s performance a great deal.

Matt’s looking forward with quiet confidence to the rest of this season and says that the coming seasons will be very interesting to see what can be achieved, not just in the Premier League but perhaps (hopefully) on the European scene too!

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Thursday ‘Healthy Hearts’ Low impact Physical Training – 9.30am – 10.20am – A low impact aerobic workout specifically designed for the 50+ age group. Contact Michelle on 07887 678367 50+ Fitness Pilates – 10.30am – 11.30am. Contact Michelle on 07887 678367. outlook group – a social group for senior citizens – 1.30pm – 3pm. Contact Elaine Hodgetts on 01530 262400. Weightwatchers Class – 7pm – 8pm. Contact Jo Wyld 07877 281831 or e.mail [email protected].

Friday Tai Chi – 10am – 11am. Contact Michael Cashmore on 07714 215216. ibstock soccertots – 1.45 pm - 2.30pm. 2,3 and 4 years. A fun way of learning sports skills. Contact 07584 568937.Childrens 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) on 01455 636514 or 07949 121442, or email [email protected]

saturday Community Morning at the Palace – 10am to 12 noon. Every Saturday (except the first 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 homemade cakes, plus produce from Ibstock’s very own Dairy, including milk, butter, yoghurt and cream. Light refreshments available.

FoRTHCoMing EvEnTsFoR aLL EvEnTs WHERE TiCkETs aRE issuED: advance tickets: from The Palace Tel: 01530 262400 or Halls Tel: 01530 260460. Tickets can be purchased ‘on the door’ (subject to availability). Please check with ticket outlets to avoid disappointment.

Friday 4th March - skittles night with FisH anD CHiP suPPER inCLuDED. 7.45pm start. Tickets: £7.00 adults and £3.00 under 16’s from Halls, High Street, Ibstock, Tel: 01530 260460 or The Palace Tel: 01530 262400.

sunday 6th March - inDooR CaR booT saLE! 9.00am ‘til Mid-day. Admission 20p. For more details or to book a stall call Gary on Tel 01530 262400.

Wednesday 16th March - The Palace Wine Club wine tasting evening. Starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: £8.00. Limited to a maximum of 30 places! Tel: Gary at The Palace on 01530 262400 or Corinne 01530 451725 to reserve your place.

Friday 18th March - Palace Film night - ‘The Lady in the van’ (Pg13). Enjoy a drink from the bar whilst watching a great film in this unique venue; one of the oldest surviving purpose-built cinemas in the country. A brilliant portrayal of a truly odd couple. Based on a true story by Alan Bennett (starring Maggie smith). Doors/ bar open at 7.00pm. Film starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: £5.00/£4.00.

Wednesday 16th March - The Palace Wine Club wine tasting evening. Starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: £8.00. Limited to a maximum of 30 places! Tel: Gary at The Palace on 01530 262400 or Corinne 01530 451725 to reserve your place.

Friday 25th March – PaLaCE bingo. a great social night out! Doors at 7.30pm. Eyes Down at 8.00pm

saturday 2nd & sunday 3rd april – art Exhibition showcasing local artists work. Open to the public (free entry) on Saturday 2nd April from 10am until 6pm and Sunday 3rd April from 10am until 5pm. Paintings available for sale. Light refreshments available during both days.

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Bike Safety Event is a big success!Our first cycle hub on 18th February proved a real hit with local cyclists thanks to the combined efforts of Leicestershire Constabulary and Adrian Thomas of Market Cycles (Mobile Cycle Repairs).

PCSO Matt Suffolk registered approx 15 bikes on the UK National Property Register, Immobilise, to ensure that they would be returned to their rightful owners should they be stolen. There was also a selection of “Freebies” ranging from hi-vis backpacks to reflectors and even pens which proved a real hit with the younger cyclists!

A steady queue waited outside Ibstock Business Centre for Adrian’s expertise as he carried out free safety checks on all bicycles brought to the event. He also provided sound advice for maintenance and serving which he can carry out at his stall at Coalville Indoor Market. Adrian is also teaming up with Leicester Constabulary at a further bike safety event on 9th April at Coalville Council Offices.

Due to the success of the cycle hub, we will be holding a further event in the school summer holidays so watch this space!

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The Palace Players highly successful trip to Pantoland! Last month, the Ibstock based, community drama group, The Palace Players, took their audiences on a riotous romp through Pantoland to the picturesque village of ‘Little Charming’.

Never before have Sisters been so ugly, Stepmothers more wicked, Princes more charming or Cinders so lovely!

In only their second year, this very successful run of this popular pantomime, written and directed by group member Al Lester, gave The Palace Players a chance to really show what they can do. The group meet every Wednesday night at The Palace Community Centre, High Street, Ibstock. With members of all ages and experience, the group is very friendly and anyone wanting to find out more about any aspect of amateur theatre is most welcome to come along.

The great team of Palace volunteers and non-acting members and friends of the Palace Players helped to organise and staff the event. Many thanks to Dawn and her company, ‘Party Staging’, for providing, and constructing the lovely fairy tale castle, which created a stunning backdrop for the pantomime, and also the beautiful pumpkin coach which took Cinders off to the Royal Ball in style. (www.party-staging.co.uk Tel: 0790 669 5325).

Thank you to everyone who supported the event. We hope to see you all for another great event at Ibstock Palace! The Palace is managed and staffed by volunteers. If you are interested in finding out more about forthcoming events or becoming a member of The Palace volunteer team or joining the Palace Players, please contact Gary on Tel: 01530 262400.


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DoWN1. range (5)2. Monstrous (9)3. Trainee (5)4. Vegetable (5)5. cherished desire (5)8. Hubris (9)11. Fragrance (5)12. Picture (5)13. Minor actor in a crowd scene (5)15. Distressed (5)

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Springtime riddles to make you groan!Q: What can be seen in the middle of

the months ‘April’ and ‘March’, that cannot be seen in the beginning or end of either?

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Q: What do you get when you pour hot water down a rabbit hole?

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Q: Why is everyone so tired on April 1?

A: Because they’ve just finished a long 31 day March!

As regular readers will know we have featured articles about the bell tower of Ibstock St Denys Church which is in dire need of repair. As announced in January’s issue, and in conjunction with Swadlincote Ski Centre we are holding a raffle, the proceeds of which will go towards the renovations of the tower. The prize will be a private ski or snowboard lesson at the centre for a family of four followed by two toboggan rides plus thirty minutes sno-tubing. Tickets for this great offer can still be purchased from the following outlets:Ibstock Business Centre – 57 High St, IbstockHalls Electrical – 10-16 High St, IbstockMegans – 80 High St, IbstockWe would like to take this opportunity to thank Swadlincote Ski Centre for their kind donation and assistance in making this offer.

Win a Free Ski or Snowboard Lesson for a family of four!Plus two toboggan rides and 30 minute sno-tubing!

Since our last issue things have really moved on at the Ibstock Central and particularly at Monkey Central!

It is fair to say that the new soft play area has proved to be one of the most popular facilities to hit the village for many years. Parents and children have really appreciated this new venue where mums and dads can enjoy a relaxing coffee or snack whilst the kids let off steam in a safe environment - all at a great price of only £3.00 per child.

A newly appointed cafe will soon be opening to enhance the facilities so please watch this space for further details.

Other great successes have been the Soul Nights and Line Dancing Parties, both of which are held in the newly appointed large concert room. So, if you’re looking for a great time and great music in a friendly atmosphere come along and “strut your stuff”.

For anyone who is looking for a quiet drink with occasional entertainment, then the recently refurbished front room offers the ideal opportunity for a wonderful relaxing evening. Details of the forthcoming entertainment for both rooms can be seen in the “Forthcoming Acts” section.

All rooms are available for hire and make the ideal venue for most kinds of private parties, whether they are for a kiddies birthday party or for a wedding reception. So, if you have an important celebration coming up then simply ask a member of staff for full details.

In a very short period of time Ibstock Central has established itself as an important social and entertainment centre in the village. With Pete Lewis at the helm and with a great team behind him, we can be certain that village life is going to be exciting!

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Forthcoming Live Acts & EventsSat 12th March Honky Tonk Line Dancing

PartySat 19th March Northern Soul All-Nighter!Sat 26th March Great Rock ‘n Roll from ‘The

Memphis Riders’Thu 31st March Not To Be Missed:

The Absolute Performance Academy Disney Day

Sat 9th April The MLC Band (in the front room)

Fri 15th April Ibstock Soul NightSat 16th April Our very own fantastic

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When entrepreneur Steven Richardson and fellow businessman Frank Barson purchased Kirkby House in Kirkby Mallory back in 2008 it was basically a domestic home with a small scale bed and breakfast facility, but right from the start they both had a vision of what they wanted to create.

With an uncompromising attitude and attention to detail they embarked on series of up grades and refurbishments (the last of which was completed only twelve months ago) and the end result is a beautiful forty-seater restaurant and nine bedroom guest house offering eight en-suite rooms.

Right from the start the intention was to retain as many of the original features as possible (the building is Georgian and dates back to 1780) and they have retained the working fireplaces and many of the original doors. Even the bar has been created using reclaimed bricks from the refurbishment and the finish is now akin to a high grade Country House hotel with leather upholstered chairs and settees in the bar area which creates a wonderful warm and welcoming atmosphere upon arrival.

When it came to the restaurant, although this was running well, both Steven and Frank knew that in order to achieve it’s full potential they would need a top quality chef who was able to offer a full à la carte menu and they have been very fortunate in retaining the services of Kevin Doughty.

Kevin has an enviable history as a chef who some years ago was actually the youngest sous chef in the Holiday Inn organisation worldwide with over 20 chefs working under him (this was when Holiday Inn had a reputation as a high

class hotel chain throughout the world).

For many years he was head chef at the renowned Gregory’s Restaurant in Allendale Road Leicester at a time when it was voted “Best Restaurant in England Outside Of London”. He was also chef at Chef Patron when it received a Michelin card and Kevin has been featured in “The Good Food Guide”

Kevin has also catered for many celebrities such as Sarah, Duchess of York and Gary Lineker, and has appeared on local radio alongside Englebert Humperdinck and Tony Wadsworth on a programme dedicated to food.

When speaking to Kevin, his passion for food is immediately apparent and everything that he cooks is made with the finest ingredients. The same determination to excel that Frank and Steven brought to the refurbishment of the building is reflected in Kevin’s attitude to the dishes he prepares. Even a simple dish like a prawn cocktail is given Kevin’s signature touch by using fresh crayfish instead of peeled prawns.

Every dish is designed and prepared by Kevin himself, including starters, main courses and desserts, and we understand that his Port and Stilton ice cream has achieved a great following of its own. Sunday lunches are proving to be very popular with satisfied customers returning week after week so it is most advisable to book in advance.

It is quite obvious that with a growing reputation and a team of people such as Frank Steven and Kevin, Kirkby House will not only attract local people but also people from a wide area who are looking for that special dining experience!

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Monday 7th MARCHJoin us for a morning of NetWoRkiNg

at the Community tea Rooms 57 High Street, Ibstock LE67 6LH

9.00 – 9.30am: Registration9.30 – 11.30am: Meeting

All BusiNesses WelCoMe

£5.00 to attend to cover refreshmentsBring your business card to enter into a prize draw

To register your interest please call Sarah on 01530 267300 or email: [email protected]

Subsequent meetings: The first Monday of each month

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Lawns, borders, hedges, weeding, pruning, digging and any other general garden jobs.Interior and exterior painting, and variousother jobs around the home undertaken:

• Painting fences, sheds and gates.• Interior and exterior painting.• Moss and weeds removed from driveways, patios and footpaths.• Plants and compost delivery.

Call Stephen Holmes on 07944 674813or email: [email protected]

Stephen Holmes Garden Services

• Plants and �owers watered whilst away on holiday.

Measham teapots in gold & silver. Also latest designs to fit Troll and Pandora

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Hand & Machine EngravingTrophies Available

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Local girl to run in the 2016 London MarathonDespite taking up running less than 12 months ago, local girl Lindsay Tilbury is all set to run in the 2016 London Marathon on the 24th April.Lindsay says that she has always been keen on keeping fit and took up running in order to increase her stamina. “At the start I found running quite difficult but after a week or so I found that I could cover longer and longer distances with ease and then the running bug really bit. I am running for Sense, the charity that raises funds for deafblind children. As a mother of two healthy children, I realise just how lucky I am. If the money I raise can help in any way then it is well worth all the effort”

So far the furthest Lindsay has run is eighteen miles but is certain that the atmosphere and the crowd will carry her over the finish line on the day.

Anyone wishing to support Lyndsay can donate to her site:virginmoneygiving.com/lindsaytilbury

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The Sence Team support many charities. They hold a business charity quiz night in September each year and in the past have raised monies for St Giles Hospice, The Air Ambulance, and last year chose to support Hinckley-based 12 year old Ryan Swain in his bid to raise money for ‘Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group’ and ‘Clic Sargant’. They raised £3,000 for Ryan in 2015. They have also supported Burton YMCA, the Rainbows charity participating in a fun run held at Conkers (all non-runners!) and in June this year will be mountain climbing in the Lake District, again for Ryan Swain’s charities.

Community values are an important part of the Sence ethos and for the 2015/2016 season they have sponsored the Ibstock Ladies Cricket Team, The Vixens.

With community values in mind, Sence realise that their offices at the Ibstock Business Centre is the heart of the community and are assisting the centre with help for local businesses in the form of the ‘Ibstock Business Network’. A networking group has been set up and the next meeting is Monday 7th March at the ‘Tea Rooms’ at the Business Centre. Meetings will take place each month and with the support of Steve of Latitude Design & Print, and Mandy of the Tea Rooms, they aim to help local businesses understand what you can achieve by networking together and having various topics to help move businesses forward.

The first meeting is complimentary. If anyone would like to register their interest or ask any questions regarding the networking group please contact Sarah at Sence on 01530 267320 or email: [email protected]

MEET SENCE ACCoUNTINGSence Accounting are proud to be a part of the Ibstock community. They operate from offices within Ibstock Business Centre on the High Street and have done so over the past eight years.

S P O T L I G H T O N LO C A L B U S I N E S S E S

At Sence, listening is paramount. Taking the time to process and understand our clients’ needs and then turn them into a bespoke tailored package for them is what we are about. Support where support is needed and at the time you need it! We understand the complexities behind the numbers and the rules, it’s what we do. We don’t expect you to!

Tax return season is upon us so let us ease the pain before January 2016 and if you think we can help you then let’s have coffee and we will listen! Call us on 01530 267 320.

Accounts preparation, Tax returns, VAT, Book keeping, Payroll & Management accounts are just some of the services we offer. See our new website for more details www.senceaccounting.co.uk

What’s your story? What jumps to mind when you hear the term Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS)?

For many people, the answer is ‘not much’. And yet, there are at least 359 VCS groups working in North West Leicestershire providing vital services and enriching the lives of local residents.

Skating and more thanks to the VCS

The VCS is made up of organisations and people working for the benefit of communities rather than for financial gain. These groups take many forms, from churches, mosques and other houses of worship to community groups to businesses that invest their profits into the community.

Whatever their type, VCS groups provide essential services and their impacts are made possible by thousands of local volunteers and staff.

Each of the people involved in the VCS has their own story. For Measham group DE12 SK8’s founder Phil Woodhall, that story is about skateboarding. Phil has been skating for over 40 years, and in 2010 he started to wonder whether his favourite sport might help reduce the anti-social behaviour that was an issue in Measham.

So, he brought together a group of young people and local volunteers around an

ambitious goal: Build a brand new, world class skate park in their village.

After 5 years of hard work by a core of around 10 volunteers and 30 local young people, DE12 SK8 opened their skate park.

“Since the skatepark opened in September 2015 Measham has been put on the map for very positive reasons nationally. A few months after it opened a meeting took place between the parish council, planning department, Police and district council and all agreed that since it opened there have been almost no reported incidents of ASB in the village.”

“It was agreed by all that this has never happened before and is a true testament to the success of the park. To see young and old alongside each other using the park together promotes respect at every level and the young people are now learning from positive examples. This has to be a good thing and I feel very proud to be a part of it.”

Phil’s story is about skating – what’s yours?

Phil is one of thousands of local residents working selflessly to change lives in his community. These inspiring individuals volunteer, run groups providing vital services, coach sports clubs and much more and local charity Voluntary Action LeicesterShire (VAL) wants to hear as many of those individual’s stories as possible.

VAL’s new campaign, My Community My Story, is your opportunity to shine a light on a person or group that you know who’s working to better your community or to tell your own story.

Your stories will draw attention to the fantastic work happening across North West Leicestershire and inspire more people to get involved.

When you share a story, you’ll also enter a draw for a range of prizes.

How to take part

Find out more or take part by visiting www.valonline.org.uk/mycommunitymystory, calling 0116 257 5042 or emailing [email protected]

Mark & Sadie welcome you to their friendly, family run showroom based in Ibstock facing the FREE car park (post office end). We specialise in walk-in shower enclosures, bathroom suites and much, much more. Call in now and visit the showroom!!

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All rights reserved. No advertisements or editorial within this publication may be reproduced without the permission of the publisher. This applies to printed or electronic reproduction.

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To advertise please contact Steve Tilbury or Graham Tyers on 01530 267300.

Attention trades people and small businesses!We are still offering ‘Classified’ advertisements, which are an ideal way to advertise your business to our 5000+ readership from just £8 for two lines of text under your business name. Lineage space will also be available for job vacancy notices. If interested please contact us via [email protected]

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Sporting just too strong for SaintsA brace in each half by the visitors, goals coming from Jack Wilson 27m, Sean Brian 29m, Sam Wills 49 the scoring completed 79m by substitute Connor Collins.

In blustery conditions which made tight control difficult the match was played in fairly high tempo, the first opportunity fell to the visitors who tested Ben Allsop from distance, then 5 minutes latter at the other end a free kick on the edge of the box was fired into Bromsgrove’s defensive wall by Eddie Wilson.

Dan Wain kept the scores level with a timely clearance with 19 minutes played and was also on hand to tidy up another dangerous attack. The deadlock was broken in rather fortunate way for the “Rouslers” Jack Wilson scoring from 25 yards, his left foot cross into the danger area catching a gust of wind to lift the ball into Allsops top left hand corner for 1 nil to Bromsgrove. It got worse for the hosts just two minutes latter when No 11 Sean Brain received the ball on the edge of the box, with work to do he out run the home defenders to slot his low firm drive into the back of the net to double the advantage.

It was all the visitors action for the next 10 minutes Allsop saving from Walker and Brian shooting wide before Heather had their best chance of the half a Rami Tekle pile driver from outside

the box hitting Chris Jay’s upright, shortly following a cross from Jordan Burrows finding Wilson who was unable to test the keeper, the same fate occurring for Deqwon Ebanks who miss hit a great through ball from Wilson.

HT HSJ 0-2 BS

The game was effectively over just 4 minutes into the second half when a 3 man move left a simple tap in for Sam Wills to extend the Bromsgrove lead to 3 nil.

The hosts did almost reduce the gap but a great effort by Wilson rebounded off the cross bar and at he other end Harry Reece came to Saints rescue making a timely tackle, with the Saints back four keeping the speedy attackers at bay they could do nothing to prevent the forth goal, which was arguably the best of the encounter, a cracking screamer of a drive from 30 yards from Connor Collins on the run which a full stretched Allsop could only get a hand to it but unable to prevent its pathway to the net.

All the endeavor by the Rigby boys towards the whistle couldn’t dent the visitors excellent record, the former Southern League team leaping to top of the league over the Coventry United.

Heather next in action against Nuneaton Griff at St Johns Park 7.45 Tuesday 23rd

HSJ Team: 1 Ben Allsop; 2 Marston’s Man Of The Match Jordan Burrows; 3 Jordan Taylor; 4 Harry Reece; 5 Dan Wain; 6 Conor Wright; 7 Remi Tekle; 8 Luke Pinnock; 9 Deqwon Ebanks; 10 Eddie Wilson; 11 Dominic Oliver.

Subs Used: Jack Jepson 66m (7); Kyle Bishop 66m (11); Dave Williams 78m (10); Other Subs: Fibrom Kilman; Sam Carline

NEWS FRoM BARDoN PARK CHAPEL ST DENYS CHURCH IBSToCK: DIARY DATES1st Sunday of every month: 10.30am ALL AGE WoRSHIP Kiddies with parents

1st Tuesday of every month: 1.30-3.00pm LITTLE FISHES Mother & Toddler Group

3rd Friday of every month: 3.30-5.30pm At St Denys Infant School, Ibstock. MESSY CHURCH Hours of Craft & Fun followed by Worship & Food.

MARCH Thursday 24th March: 7.30pm. Churches Together Holy Communion for Maundy Thursday.

Friday 25th March: Good Friday Walk of Witness - 11.00am Ashby Road, finishes at the Baptist Chapel

Saturday 26th March: 10am-12 noon in Church. EGGSTRA Morning of Craft & Easter Story

Sunday 27th March: 11.00am Easter Sunday Holy Communion

Worship Service: Every Sunday morning at 10.30 am. Our gatherings are fairly informal. Everyone most welcome.

The Monthly Praise Meeting: (1st Saturday in each month, except August and January) at 3.00pm. Come and enjoy a lively time of singing, encouragement, fellowship, testimonies and uplifting messages. Light refreshments afterwards in the school room.

Find us at the roundabout at the junction of Shaw Lane (A511), Bardon Road (A511) and Beveridge Lane (B585), take the Leicester-bound (eastbound) carriageway of the A511 road and the chapel is on the left after about 50 metres. There is a large car park at the back.

For more details on any of the above please contact: Richard Norburn on Tel: 01530 242526

Come and start 2016 by treating yourself to a meal in our brand new stylish restaurant.

Great range of dishes to suit everyone - from a simple bar snack through to a sumptuous steak cooked to your liking!*

Sunday Roast lunch available between 12 noon – 3.00pm (best to book to avoid disappointment).

Great range of beers available.

You can be sure of a warm, friendly reception as well as great food and service!

* Snacks available throughout the day. Meals served Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 5–8pm. Friday & Saturday 5–9pm.

The Whimsey inn & ResTauRanT92 High Street, Ibstock, LE67 6LH • Tel: 01530 260454

HEATHER ST JoHNS FC MATCH DAY REPoRT

Midland League Div 1 • Sat 20th Feb 16Heather St Johns FC ............... 0 Bromsgrove Sporting FC ........ 4

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