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Mayor looks for couples who share the Queen’s anniversary

Chesterfield’s mayor is looking to find couples in the borough who got married in the same year as the Queen.

To mark the 70th wedding anniversary of the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh the mayor, Councillor Maureen Davenport, would like to visit couples who are celebrating their own platinum anniversary this year so that she can present them with flowers to mark the occasion.

Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh were married on 20 November 1947 in Westminster Abbey and will become the first monarch and consort in British history to celebrate 70 years of marriage this autumn.

Councillor Sharon Blank, Chesterfield Borough Council’s cabinet member for governance, said: “This is a very special year for the Queen and Prince Philip as they celebrate their platinum wedding anniversary and we would like to mark the occasion by celebrating with people who also share their anniversary in the same year as the royal couple.

“We ask anyone from Chesterfield borough who celebrates their 70th wedding anniversary this year to contact the mayor’s office so we can mark their special day.”

To arrange a visit from the mayor to mark the occasion, please contact: Amanda Clayton, member and civic support officer, Chesterfield Borough Council, Town Hall, Rose Hill, Chesterfield, S40 1LP or call (01246) 345239.

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NGS Macmillan Unit makes the Royal proud

The Chesterfield Royal Hospital’s new NGS Macmillan Unit is continuing to welcome patients following its completion in June 2017.

The state of the art building, which brings many of the Trust’s cancer outpatient services together under one roof, saw a phased migration of services over the past two months which started with the movement of the chemotherapy service from the old Cavendish Suite. Now that all of the services have moved over, the unit is offering a range of treatments and clinics as well as a wealth of help and support from the Macmillan Information and Support Centre, just to the left of the unit’s entrance.

Carly Starkey is the matron for chemotherapy service, she said:-

“Compared to the old unit, which could become very cramped very quickly in terms of space, this new facility is incredible for our patients and staff. There is so much natural light thanks to the huge window space and we’ve had a lot of comments from our patients about the view across the countryside.

“It makes for a much more relaxing environment for our patients and we have more room to set up the various different treatments without disrupting those already receiving theirs. The chairs we’ve brought in are state of the art as well, our patients were involved in choosing the ones that were the most comfortable, are fully adjustable to suit the individual and we have retractable screens for increased privacy and dignity. We now have the ability to provide more treatments for more patients in a more comfortable environment which is fantastic for the people of North Derbyshire.”

Services that have been built into the unit include Haematology, Oncology, Acute Oncology Service, Chemotherapy, selected Medical Day Case activity, Palliative Care and Respiratory Clinics. The unit now has 21 treatment chairs, two treatment beds and three treatment rooms for chemotherapy patients compared to the eight chairs in the old Cavendish Suite which more than triples the capacity for treatment.

Dr Roger Start is the Lead Cancer Clinician and has led the project from the very beginning, he said:-

“We needed to do something to address the growing demand for cancer services. Statistics show that one in every two people born after 1960 will develop cancer within their lifetime which is an astonishing statistic. We’re living longer, which is a testament to the advancement of medical and clinical knowledge, but it means that our chance of receiving a cancer diagnosis has increased.

“Whilst we know from what our patients tell us that the service we provide is a good one, the environment within which that service was delivered was becoming increasingly desperate for space and a little tired. In our Haematology clinics for example there were no windows in the waiting area which meant no natural light. It was cramped and not at all conducive to the kind of environment we wanted to create for our patients who were likely to be anxious and afraid of what their appointment may tell them.

“What we have now is a unit that we can be proud which provides exactly that kind of space, natural light and relaxing environment to complement the exceptional care and treatment that our services can provide.

“It was always our intention to build a unit for the treatment of cancer but with the help of Macmillan and the National Garden Scheme we have been able to turn what would have been an ordinary building into an extraordinary one. Thanks to the two and a half million pounds raised through Macmillan’s campaign we have a building we can be proud of and I’d like to thank everybody who baked cakes, pushed beds, shaved heads and ran, walked and cycled thousands of miles for making this possible.”

The unit, designed by architects The Manser Practice and built by contractors Vinci Construction, was complemented by a £2.5million fundraising campaign led by Macmillan Cancer Support in partnership with the Royal. That target was achieved, thanks in no small part to a magnificent £1.5million donation from the National Garden Scheme (NGS), a gesture recognised in the naming of the NGS Macmillan Unit.

Elaine Wilson, Macmillan Strategic Partnership Manager for The East Midlands, said:-

“We recognise the long-term impact that cancer can have on peoples’ lives and the need to plan better services and develop more personalised care.

“The opening of the state-of-the-art NGS Macmillan Unit is a significant step in the type of care we strive to offer and signifies a continued partnership between Macmillan Cancer Support and Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Both organisations are committed to working together to ensure the services offered are tailored to the needs of people living with cancer in North Derbyshire and will continue to develop this further.

“However, the scope of this fantastic build has only been made possible by the incredible support from the National Garden Scheme (NGS) and the generosity of local people and I would like to personally offer my thanks for this help.”

George Plumptre, Chief Executive at the National Garden Scheme, said:-

“The National Garden Scheme and Macmillan Cancer Support have been working in partnership for over 30 years. We are proud to have contributed £1.5 million to the NGS Macmillan Unit which is set to provide vital support for more people living with cancer in North Derbyshire. I would like to thank all of our garden owners who open their gardens to help support much needed projects like this one.”
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Chesterfield College given National Lottery funding by Sport England to help students get active

Chesterfield College has been given £160,000 funding from Sport England to reduce the number of their students who are completing less than thirty minutes of activity each week.

Sport England’s new Strategy ‘Towards an Active Nation’ puts tackling inactivity at the heart of what they do.  As part of this initiative Sport England is investing £5 million into projects in colleges that will support their inactive students into regular activity.

Sport England research found:

  • Nearly 1/5 (roughly 138,000) college students are inactive i.e. do less than 30 minutes of physical activity a week as per England’s Chief Medical Officer’s recommendations. Nearly 2/3 of the inactive group do nothing at all
  • Students who go to college are more inactive than students who go to sixth form or university.
  • Being active can make a big difference to everyone’s health: 1 in 6 adults in the UK die as a result of being inactive.

Chesterfield College will introduce a Healthy Lifestyle project which will target specific groups of students who are doing less than 30 minutes physical activity each week with the aim to improve physical and mental wellbeing and give opportunities for individual development. The project is designed to reach out to specific groups identified as the most inactive including female, disabled and vulnerable students with emotional and mental health issues.

A range of initiatives will be introduced over the next two years using the funding from Sport England. The money will be used to introduce campaigns designed to increase physical activity, to make links with local community organisations to set up new opportunities for students to get involved in and to provide new and interesting physical activity opportunities in college before and during the college day.

Around one in five college students are inactive and many come from groups that have lower socio-economic status or from ethnic groups that are less likely to be active. Colleges in the programme will target these groups specifically to reduce the activity gap between them and their student peers.

Mike Diaper, Executive Director of Community Sport, said:-

“We are delighted to offer Chesterfield College National Lottery funding to help get students active. College is a crucial time in a young person’s development. It is often the first time that activity is not a compulsory part of their study programme and therefore all too many young people become inactive. This funding will allow colleges to be innovative in addressing the needs and desires of their students to help embed activity in their lifestyle in college and for years to come.”

Will Hughes, Healthy Lifestyle Lead, from Chesterfield College, said:-

“The funding from Sport England will allow us to offer an exciting programme of activities designed to appeal to students who might not get involved with the traditional sport offer available in college. We will be able to establish new initiatives which focus on wellbeing and making small changes to daily routine which could make a huge difference to students’ lives. We know that there is a direct correlation between physical and mental wellbeing and academic and individual development so this funding will allow us to make a big impact.”

 

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Final preparations underway for Barrow Hill Roundhouse relaunch celebrations

World famous steam locomotives, the National Railway Museum’s Flying Scotsman and Tornado have arrived at Barrow Hill Roundhouse ahead of this weekend’s celebrations to mark the reopening of Barrow Hill Roundhouse following its £1.2 million Heritage Lottery Fund supported refurbishment.

Sir Peter Luff, Chairman to the Board of the National Heritage Memorial Fund and Heritage Lottery Fund will visit Barrow Hill Roundhouse on Thursday 21st September 2017 to officially open the new entrance building at the unique Midland Railway roundhouse.

The celebrations to mark the completion of the £1.2 million restoration, made possible by National Lottery players, will continue as the Grand Reopening Gala commences on Friday 22nd September, continuing on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th September.  The gala will star two icons of steam, the National Railway Museum’s A3 60103 Flying Scotsman and A1 60163 Tornado.  This will be the first visit to the Roundhouse by Flying Scotsman since a British Railways Open Day in 1974.  It will also be the first opportunity for many to get up close to the locomotive alongside her sister East Coast racehorse, the 100mph Tornado – recently the subject of a BBC4 documentary – against the unique and authentic backdrop of the Roundhouse.

The Roundhouse is also delighted to announce a last minute addition to the line up of steam locomotives with the arrival of LMS Jinty Fowler 3F No. 47406, last seen at the Roundhouse’s LMS Gala ‘Barrow Hill 1965’ in September 2015. The commercial customers based at Barrow Hill Roundhouse are also supporting the celebrations, demonstrating the vibrant future that the Roundhouse has as a part of the modern railway network of the UK. Direct Rail Services, Colas and GBRf locomotives will all be on display at the event.

Throughout the gala both Flying Scotsman and Tornado will haul passenger trains from the platform at Barrow Hill Halt up the Springwell branch line, supported by the Jinty.  There will be brake van rides in the yard with the assistance of the Roundhouse’s Class 03 shunter.

Visitors will be also be able to enjoy the new exhibitions and interactive displays, featuring many items in the Roundhouse museum collection that have never been seen in public before.  The new Roundhouse shop will open its doors for the first time, selling unique Barrow Hill mementos.  There will be merchandise stands in the Roundhouse selling a wide range of railway memorabilia and gifts.  The new Roundhouse café, a real ale bar and other catering outlets will serve visitors a wide range of refreshments and drinks.

There is plenty of free parking at the Roundhouse and the nearby Staveley Works and a mini bus shuttle service will also run between the Roundhouse and the further car parks. Visitors should follow the event parking signs from the A619.   For those coming by rail, there will be a free bus service from Chesterfield railway station.4. It will also be the first opportunity for many to get up close to the locomotive alongside her sister East Coast racehorse, the 100mph “Tornado” – recently the subject of a BBC4 documentary – against the unique and authentic backdrop of the Roundhouse. Entry to the event will include a train ride behind these locos.

Flying Scotsman will be also be one of the stars of “Down the Line”, a play written by Kevin Fegan and directed by Carole Copeland.  The play has been specially commissioned for the relaunch celebrations and is supported by The Arts Council.   The show will involve a cast of professional actors and local people, including a community choir and Ireland Colliery Chesterfield Brass Band.  The audience will be an integral part of the play as they follow the drama in and around the Roundhouse building.  The play tells the story of Barrow Hill from the coming of the railways to the present day and our guide is a fictional Site Foreman, “Shunter”, whose family have lived in the area for generations.  Act 1 of the play will be taking place outside so visitors should dress accordingly for a September evening.  There is plenty of free parking on site and a bar will be open before and during the performances.

There will be three performances on the evenings of Thursday 21st, Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd September.  Doors open at 6.30pm, performances commence at 7.30pm and finish at 9.30pm.

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Route confirmed for 2017 Redbrik Chesterfield Half Marathon

Organisers have confirmed the route for the 2017 Redbrik Chesterfield Half Marathon.

The recently re-launched event, which will take place on 22 October in aid of Ashgate Hospicecare and Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice, among other good causes, will start and finish in Queen’s Park in Chesterfield town centre.

Runners can still sign up for the all-new half marathon, with the 13-mile course taking in most of Chesterfield and the surrounding areas. Entries are also open for the family-friendly fun run, which will take place in Queen’s Park in tandem with the main race.

The route will see runners head out of Queen’s Park before turning right along West Bars, into the town centre and past the market square, before looping round the town’s iconic crooked spire and onto the A617 down towards Temple Normanton.

From there, the route will come back up along Mansfield Road, through Corbriggs and Hasland and past Eastwood Park, before heading over the A617, onto Spital Lane and left onto the A632, and back into the town centre.

Heading up Vicar Lane and onto Church Lane, the route will then take in Rose Hill, Chatsworth Road, Barker Lane and Old Hall Road, before turning left along Ashgate Road and past the HQ of event charity partner, Ashgate Hospicecare.

The final two miles of the route will take in Old Road, before coming back onto Chatsworth Road, along the A619 and into Queen’s Park to the finish line.

More than 600 runners have already signed up for the 2017 event, with a month still to go before race registration closes.

As well as the main race, there will also be the one-mile fun run plus catering stalls and entertainment in Queen’s Park.

John Timms, events director at MLS Contracts Ltd, organisers of the 2017 Redbrik Chesterfield Half Marathon, said:-

“We’re really looking forward to the all-new Redbrik Chesterfield Half Marathon, which we are aiming to turn into the biggest public mass-participation event in the region.

“An event such as a half marathon is crucial to Chesterfield and its regional economy, and this year’s route will take in all of Chesterfield’s wonderful sights. We’re now looking forward to seeing hundreds of runners put their best foot forward on October 22 for what is sure to be an outstanding event.”

For more information about the event click here.

Chesterfield Half Marathon

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Russian trawler hulls protected with Cathelco systems

Chesterfield based business Cathelco are supplying hull corrosion protection systems for three trawlers which mark the first stage in modernising the Russian fishing fleet.

The freezer trawlers are being built by the Vyborg Shipyard for the Arkhangelsk Trawl Fleet JSC who will operate them in the North and Far East fishing basins.

Each vessel will be equipped with the latest trawl equipment enabling the production of up to 160 tons of raw fish products per day.  The first in the series of vessels, named The Barents Sea, is 86m in length and 17m in breadth will be rated to Ice3 class with hull strengthening to Arc4. The trawler will have an automated fish filleting and canning plant together with facilities for processing fish oil and meal.

The Cathelco impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) systems will protect the underwater surfaces of the ship’s hulls from corrosion in the most demanding Arctic conditions.

Unlike sacrificial anodes which may have to be changed at every drydocking the ICCP anodes have a life in excess of 15 years. This reduces maintenance costs as well as ensuring that the hull receives reliable protection at all times.

Anna Siodlak who has supervised the project at Cathelco, said:-

“This is one of a number of projects where we have worked in close collaboration with Vyborg Shipyard to provide a technical solution which will work effectively in Arctic waters.”

The purpose of the ICCP system is to neutralise the corrosive activity which occurs on the surface of the hull by enveloping it in a small, but effective impressed electrical current. The system consists of an arrangement of hull mounted anodes and reference electrodes which are wired to a control panel. The reference electrodes measure the electrical potential at the hull/seawater interface and send a signal to the control panel which raises or lowers the output to the anodes accordingly.

Anna Siodlak explained:-

“Systems for fishing vessels are easily installed and usually consist of two aft mounted anodes and reference electrodes, therefore the number of hull penetrations are kept to a minimum.”

Cathelco are world leading suppliers of ICCP systems for vessels of every size ranging from workboats and fishing vessels to cruise vessels and container ships with a record of more than 20,000 installations. They also produce marine growth prevention systems (MGPS) which prevent blockages in seawater pipework caused by bio-fouling.

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Beyond Limits Goes Big for Monumental American Art

The searing, abstract vision of the New World will come to Chatsworth this autumn as the Beyond Limits monumental sculpture exhibition stages a one-off display of works from the foremost artists of post-war America.

Running from 15 September to 12 November 2017, this will be the first prominent open-air exhibition of post-war American sculpture in the UK. Beyond Limits will feature twenty two sculptures carefully positioned around Chatsworth’s renowned 105-acre garden, created over centuries and designed by Joseph Paxton and Capability Brown.

Highlights include works by Robert Indiana, Julian Schnabel and Louise Nevelson with each sculpture taking full advantage of the views found in this beautiful landscape. Other artists on display at Chatsworth are: David Smith, Wendell Castle, Isamu Noguchi, Richard Serra, Sol LeWitt, Mark di Suvero, George Rickey, Claes Oldenburg & Coosje van Bruggen, Tony Smith, Robert Morris, Beverly Pepper, Joel Shapiro, and Sam Francis.

Over the past ten years, Beyond Limits has firmly established itself as one of the most prestigious platforms for the display and sale of modern and contemporary outdoor sculpture, and a key event in the art world calendar.

For more than 15 years the Chatsworth House Trust and the Devonshire family have continued to purchase and commission contemporary sculpture for public display. Works by Michael Craig Martin, Dame Elisabeth Frink, Angela Conner, Barry Flanagan, David Nash, Laura Ellen Bacon, Gary Breeze and Allen Jones can be found throughout the garden and park.

Curated by Sotheby’s, the sculptures in Beyond Limits will be on display from 11am-5.30pm every day and the exhibition is included with admission to the garden, Chatsworth opening times.

Beyond Limits

 

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Chesterfield’s young chefs shortlisted in 2017 Food and Drink Awards

Three Chesterfield College students have been shortlisted for the title of Young Chef of the Year in the 2017 Chesterfield Food and Drink Awards.

Rhoda Malova (19) from New Whittington, Eben Mellor (18) from Wingerworth, and Hannah Turner (17) from Chesterfield are all hoping to be named Chesterfield’s top young chef at next month’s awards ceremony which is organised by Destination Chesterfield.

The award, which is sponsored by The Parish Church of St. Mary and All Saints recognises Chesterfield College’s most promising Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Professional Cookery course student. A former winner of the prestigious title includes James Greatorex, who is employed at Heston Blumenthal’s Berkshire restaurant, The Fat Duck, a three Michelin-starred restaurant and recognised as one of the best restaurants in the world.

Hosted by celebrity cake designer Mich Turner, the Chesterfield Food and Drink Awards are now in their fifth year, and more popular than ever with 32 business and individuals going head to head for 13 titles.

As part of the competition, Rhoda, Eben and Hannah took part in a live cook-off, which involved them preparing a two-course meal for judges Adam Warwick, Head Chef from Blu Bistro, Jamie Taylor, Head Chef at Nonnas and Colin McKenna of award sponsor The Parish Church of St. Mary and All Saints. Judges were looking for technical and presentation skills as well as the combination of flavours the young chefs created in their dishes.

Rhoda prepared pan-fried salmon with peas and chorizo and a white wine cream sauce followed by a passion fruit and white chocolate cheesecake. She commented:-

“A tutor suggested I entered the competition. I was extremely happy to find I made the final three and was able to cook for the judges. I was really nervous as time approached but once I started preparing the food I felt much calmer. My main goal after completing my level 3 would be to gain a wide range of experience in the industry and then hopefully open my own family-run restaurant.”

Eben prepared roast smoked garlic chicken breast with a burnt leek puree, mushrooms and asparagus and a lemon and passion fruit cheesecake. He said:-

“I really enjoyed cooking the meal for the judges and I thought it went very well. I’m inspired by my Dad who’s always cooked and I used to love helping out. Cooking is a real passion of mine; it allows me to be creative and be myself and people always like what I prepare, so that’s very rewarding.”

Hannah prepared a visually stunning roast rump of lamb with parsley crushed potatoes and lavender with a salted caramel chocolate tart to finish. She said:-

“The cook off was really intense! Although it went much better than I thought it would and I think that’s the best I have ever done with the dish. I love getting to know different recipes and learning different methods. That’s how I decided on my menu for the judges. I knew it would be fun to make and I would get to try out new techniques.”

Colin McKenna, Judge and award sponsor, commented:-

“We all enjoyed the food that we were presented with and if we were restaurant customers we would be proud to pay for any of the dishes we tasted. It was fantastic to see three young people doing such great work. The Church encourages young people on their way through life and the Young Chef of the Year Award is a great foundation for any young chef’s future career.”

Ian Matthews, Hospitality and Catering Tutor at Chesterfield College, said:-

“The students worked really hard in the run up to and during the competition to create some fantastic dishes. I am very proud of them all. It is a fantastic experience to cook under competition conditions for experienced chefs and discerning customers. It prepares the students for the pressures of working in the industry and gives them the opportunity to practice key skills which will make them stand out to employers in the future.”

The winner of the 2017 Young Chef of the Year will be announced at the Chesterfield Food and Drinks Awards at Chesterfield College’s Heart Space building on Wednesday 25th October.

Supporters of the awards include Addooco, Arvato, Banner Jones Solicitors, BHP Accountants, Black Eyed Susan, Casa, Chesterfield Borough Council, City Taxis, Custom Solar, Derbyshire Times, East Midlands Chamber,  Franklin & Sons, Mitchells Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers, Jumble Design, MSE Hiller, Owen Taylor & Sons, Peak FM, Sheffield City Region Growth Hub, Steve Faulkner, Shorts Accountants, ra Information Systems and Reflections.

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Catering opportunity at Chamber’s offices

An opportunity has arisen to provide catering services at East Midlands Chamber’s new offices in Chesterfield.

Commerce House, on Millennium Way, next door to the Dunston Innovation Centre, includes a food preparation area and café which is open to everyone working at the Chamber and in surrounding offices.

East Midlands Chamber moved to Commerce House in February, since when catering has been provided by a member with a sandwich shop and external catering business. Following a review of his business, however, he has decided to concentrate on external catering.

Chris Bates, the Chamber’s Facilities Manager, said:-

“It would be a shame to lose a service that only the Chamber offers in the area so we are keen to talk to an alternative provider who could move in to the café at short notice.

“We’re happy to discuss very favourable terms in order to see this service continued.”

Anyone interested should contact Chris in the first instance, either by email at chris.bates@emc-dnl.co.uk or by calling 01246 207207 ext 2022.

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Shorts recruit tax credit expert to team

Shorts are delighted to announce the appointment of Darryl Hoy as the latest recruit to the tax team.

Darryl joins as a Senior Manager in the Innovation Taxes Group (ITG) and brings with him many years’ experience working within HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), specialising in the processing and investigation of Research and Development (R&D) tax relief claims.

Scott Burkinshaw, Tax Partner and head of Shorts’ ITG commented:-

“Since its inception two years ago, the group has enjoyed significant growth and saved local companies many millions of £s through successful claims.  We have always strived to ensure that our claims maximise benefits for our clients whilst being fully compliant with HMRC guidance and legislation. This often involved liaison with HMRC’s specialist R&D tax credit units.

“With the number of enquiries into R&D tax relief claims now on the increase we firmly believe that the best way to ensure a successful claim is to do a thorough job and submit a robust claim to HMRC to mitigate the chances of HMRC opening an enquiry. Bringing Darryl into the team gives us a unique ability to prepare claims that are fully compliant.

“Darryl’s appointment firmly places Shorts’ ITG in an enviable position of not only offering businesses superior advice on making a R&D claim, but also being able to offer unique assistance to companies under enquiry.

Scott concluded:-

“We find that many companies are reluctant to claim due to the perceived complexity of the process and also uncertainty regarding whether they meet the eligibility criteria. Darryl’s arrival enhances our ability to quickly give companies certainty regarding their ability to claim.”

Darryl added:-

“After a long career at HMRC I am really excited to be joining such a professional and forward thinking Accountancy practice as Shorts. Being part of the Innovation Taxes Group will give me the opportunity to add my experience to an already highly skilled team and help them with promoting the Research & Development tax relief scheme to aid all of those innovative SME’s in and around the area.”

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Chesterfield Champion proud to sponsor local football team

Wingerworth JSA FC U11 Wolves (better known as Wingerworth Wolves) has kicked off the new football season in style this September. The Under 11s team has had its training and away kit sponsored and supplied by Chesterfield Champion Sanitaryware Supplies Company.

The North East Derbyshire team, which plays at Hunloke Park School, is in the North Derbyshire Youth Football League. The team is now in its sixth season will be setting the pitches ablaze – both home and away this season, in its bright orange and black strip all proudly bearing the Sanitaryware Supplies name.

John Mason, Manager of the team, said:-

“We’re very grateful to the Sanitaryware Supplies Company for sponsoring the kit. The sponsorship means the kids can feel a part of the team and has given them an identity. The kit will also double as an away kit so it will be great help for building our reputation.”

Andy Dukelow, Director of the Sanitaryware Supplies Company, who is passionate about young people and sport stressed the importance of encouraging young people to take up and participate in sport, saying:-

“It’s great to be in a position where we can help the local community”.

“Sport is a very important part of growing up. It not only keeps you healthy but allows you to develop communication skills. Youth football plays an important role in this and gives young people skills that will benefit then throughout their life. I hope that by sponsoring the kit for ‘The Wolves’ we are helping the players really feel part of a team and will encourage more young people to get involved with this great club.”

For the first time, Wingerworth Wolves’ league matches will be both home and away. Home matches are played on Saturday at 10am and everyone is welcome to come along and support the team.

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