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Welcome to Rothley, a delightful village situated six miles north of Leicester on the old A6.
Rothley has a mixture of housing from Cruck Cottages to new homes and a good selection of shops and other amenities.
Rothley in Bloom 2008
LOCAL NEWS AUGUST 2008
Linda is ready to serve you tea and homemade cakes whilst you watch the steam trains passing by.
Customers enjoying their rest at the new Ellis's Tea Room at Rothley Great Central Railway Station.
For more information about the tea room and the Great Central Railway please click on the following link:
THE EAGLE HAS LANDED
It is many years since we saw this in Rothley. It is not the original eagle!
Sited on The Grange, Fowke Street.
For more information about The Grange please click on the following link:
IMPORTANT NEWS FROM ROTHLEY POST OFFICE
You can now buy American Dollars as well as Euros on demand at Rothley Post Office in Woodgate. In addition, you can also purchase Sterling, Euro and American Dollar Travellers Cheques on demand.
PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL POST OFFICE!
For more information, please click on the following link:
A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM ROTHLEY
If you would like to offer support for the McCann family, have any information to help the investigation or would like to contribute to the fund then please have a look at the Find Madeleine website:
More information is added to this village website on a regular basis so please visit us from time to time to learn more about Rothley.
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Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:00
When Newbold Verdon writer Jeanette McCarthy discovered an SAS survival book in a tiny highland village shop, it was the first step in a long road that led to the publication of her 294-page novel ‘Abandoned’.
Jeanette, originally from Renfrewshire, visits the highlands two or three times a year. It was during these holidays that she conceived and wrote much of the novel, drawing on the wild landscape of the mountains and islands, and especially the vagaries of the weather, when creating the story. More »
The novel weaves together the struggle for survival of a woman abandoned on a remote Hebridean island, with the police investigation and pursuit of her abductor before he strikes again. The novel introduces Leicester detective Cal Fisher, and much of the action takes place in the city and surrounding villages.
Jeanette has had friendly help and advice from DI Martyn Ball of Leicestershire constabulary in order to get her police facts straight!
As well as being a fast moving thriller and a fascinating read, Jeanette hopes it will give readers pause for thought as well.
“One of the themes of the book is that we are all capable of far more than we think we are,” Jeanette says.
Jeanette is already at work on her next novel, started during her last Scottish holiday.
Jeanette is a trust and estate manager with Crane and Walton solicitors in Ashby de la Zouch. As part of Ashby Arts Festival, she will be reading an extract from her novel in Ashby library next Tuesday 29th July at 2pm.
‘Abandoned’ is available online from Amazon.co.uk and other online bookshops. Signed copies are available from Jeanette's website
www.jeanettemccarthy.co.uk, or by e-mailing JCM1701@aol.com. « Less
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Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:32
Great Days Out with Sainsburys
Local Great Days Out to be found at the Checkouts
Pop down to Sainsbury’s Belgrave Road this summer to pick up vouchers for great discounts on family days out at both local and national attractions.
Sainsbury’s Belgrave Road is giving all of its customers who spend £40 or more in store between the 16th July and 12th August the opportunity to pick up Great Days Out vouchers. Perfect for mums and dads to plan in some fun holiday activity days, whilst stocking up for the summer ahead. More »
Customers are given a booklet packed full of offers, which includes discounts on days out to Alton Towers and Chessington World of Adventures. There are also thousands of local activities and attractions to choose from. Simply go to www.sainsburys.co.uk/daysout to see the range of participating attractions and activities, and then type in the unique reference number on your voucher to claim a great day out in your local area.
Tony Howe, Store Manager said ‘ This is a great deal, it’s a perfect opportunity for a family day out, and give the kids a fantastic treat without having to spend loads.’ « Less
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Mon, 19 May 2008 15:08
Two local mums have taken the strain out of deciding what to do for their children’s parties this year. Jackie Johnstone from Quorn & Verity Graham from Rothley have taken things into their own hands and have launched Jabberjacks Leicestershire, offering party entertainment with a difference for birthday girls and boys aged from 2 to 4 and 5 to 7 .
Jabberjacks parties can be tailored made to suit your children and their friends. No more fidgety children getting distracted and disruptive, we provide interactive fun, keeping your children spellbound and entertained, even the shyest of children will join in the fun.
If you are looking for a party with a difference then please visit www.jabberjacks.co.uk or call us on 01509 413873
