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What Happened To Number 4?

18/3/2020

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What an interesting day we had on Saturday at our first Show and Tell event for the Heritage Lottery Project. One of our aims is to uncover the stories behind the Yard and the former butchers.
​One exciting revelation of the day is that the building was extended in the 1970s we understand.
We'd always assumed that 2 Castle Street was an amalgamation of numbers 2 and 4. Number 4 appears in the 1939 Census with records of people living at the address but by the 1970s this was no longer there and there was space for the extension to be built onto the side of number 2. So our question now is what happened to Number 4 Castle Street?

The current questions we are trying to find answers for are:
- does anyone have any memories of Number 4 Castle Street being demolished?
- who built the extension in the 1970s?
- are you an ancestor of of the Davis or Knighton family who we know were butchers at 2 Castle Street?
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Please do get in touch if you have any information or memories to share.

Girlguiding at Old Bolsover Yard

We were also joined on Saturday by members of Girlguiding Derbyshire who were spreading the word about what the organisation does to inspire our young girls.
It was a successful event with connections being made which I'm sure will mean more exciting opportunities for Guiding in the area.
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The Teddy Tombola was a big success raising some much needed funds for local units.

Old Bolsover Yard Update

It's certainly been a funny few days, as much as we are trying to carry on with 'business as usual' at Old Bolsover Yard we are having to adapt to the changing times as a number of businesses are. We are still open Monday - Saturday 10 - 3 but will obviously keep you updated if this changes.

Both The Ropery and The Tackle Shop will be opening on Saturday so do come and pop in and say hello if you are out and about. The grand opening for The Ropery is being delayed until later in the year.

We have taken the difficult decision to cancel all events planned at Old Bolsover Yard until the end of April but will review the following months in due course. This means that the Makers Market on 5th April has been cancelled with the next event now planned for 5th July. Workshops at The Fabric Den have been postponed until further notice and our 2nd Birthday celebrations for Old Bolsover Yard over Easter Weekend will now be virtual instead.

It's important that we all stay safe in this increasingly difficult times.

Until next week

​Sarah x
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Fishing for Information

9/3/2020

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Today marks the start of National Butchers Week which seems rather fitting as we are putting together the final plans for our Show and Tell event next Saturday. The banners and flyers are being delivered on Wednesday so will arrive just in time for our event which is looking to hear from those of you who remember when the site which we know and love today as Old Bolsover Yard was a butchers shop. We've already been able to establish that Howard Knighton was the butcher on the site from around 1911 and in the 1950s we are aware of S Davis specialising in home-made sausages, pickled beef, brawn, potted meat and ox tongues. What else are we still to discover?

​Do come and join us at Old Bolsover Yard from 10am on Saturday - bring your photos and share your memories with the team.

The Tackle Shop

We have another new business moving into Old Bolsover Yard in the coming weeks. Rick Wainwright is opening The Tackle Shop which will be stocking some new and second hand fishing tackle from carp fishing to match fishing or just for fun. So whether you are looking for reels, feeder rods, float rods or a seat box Rick is likely to have just what you are looking for in stock. We'll keep you up to date with opening times in the next few weeks. The Tackle Shop is currently looking to open Monday 30th March.
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The Adventure Starts Here

Another aspect of our Heritage Lottery Project is to engage with young people in the area. Bolsover District Guiding are working with us and we can't wait to welcome the girls to the community dig later on in the year. Before that though they will also be joining us on Saturday to tell us all about the great work that they are doing inspiring young girls.
Brownies can work towards the Archaeology interest badge which encourages the girls to ponder the past and imagine the future. With other badges suitable for Rainbows and Guides too.
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If you would like to find out more about getting your daughter involved in Guiding in the area or are interested in becoming a volunteer come and see Lisa and the other volunteers between 10am and 2pm on Saturday 14th March in our Courtyard.

I'll be back again next week with further updates about 'life in the yard'.

Until next time

​Sarah x
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Historical Ropemaking at Old Bolsover Yard

2/3/2020

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Introducing Thomas Taylor, Historical Interpreter & Ropemaker. Using natural fibres and manual equipment, Thomas recreates the process for making cordage, rope and nets, useful commodities throughout history.

The Ropery at Old Bolsover Yard is in the process of being revamped ready for its new tenant. 

Sunday 12th April sees the first demonstration of Ropemaking at Old Bolsover Yard. This event proves to be a unique attraction for fans of crafts and medieval times. Utilising natural fibres and recreated tools from the medieval period the process for making cordage, rope and nets will be demonstrated along with the opportunity for visitors to get involved.

A further demonstration will also take place on Monday 13th April 2020.

Calling all Artisans and Crafters

If you are a small business looking to showcase your talents there's still time to get involved with our Makers Markets. Starting in April these will run throughout the year giving the opportunity for local traders to show all the fabulous things that are made in Bolsover and the surrounding area.  

Makers Markets are on the following dates:
Sunday 5th April 2020
Sunday 5th July 2020
Sunday 6th September 2020
Sunday 15th November 2020
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Dates for your Diary - March

Saturday 14th March - Show and Tell Old Bolsover Yard Lottery Project - What are your memories of Old Bolsover Yard - do you remember the offices, shops, butchers that were here previously. Bring your photos and show and tell us all..... 

I'll be back again next week with more updates.

Until next time......

​Sarah
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Butchers, Ropemakers and Markets

24/2/2020

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Since we moved into Old Bolsover Yard and began working on renovating the site one of the things that was apparent was the history that surrounded the buildings. All our renovation work to date has been done sympathetically to try and retain the character of the area.

We know that the yard was once the town slaughter house with a meat processing area, with a butchers shop on Castle Street. Our Heritage Lottery Project is funding more work in finding out about those who lived and worked at Old Bolsover Yard before we came and turned it into a Craft Courtyard. 
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It's believed from around 1911 Howard Knighton, who was born in 1884, was a butcher at 2 Castle Street with reference still being made to Howard in the 1939 register.

We'd love to be able to piece together things after 1939. Was he the butcher during the war?

If this means anything to you or you have any memories about H. Knighton Beef & Pork Butcher do let us know.
This advert for S.Davis High-Class Family Butcher appeared in the Church Parish magazine in January 1955 meaning by this time Howard was no longer the resident butcher.

We also know that in 1974 an application was made to the local council to change the use of the building from a butchers to offices.
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As you can see a timeline is starting to develop for 2 Castle Street but we still need your help in filling in some of the blanks. Come along to our Show and Tell event being held on Saturday 14th March to help us further with finding out about those who lived and worked at Castle Street. Extra points if you've any photos, adverts or other documents that help to build a picture of the history of Old Bolsover Yard.

Thomas Taylor - Historical Ropemaker

In another exciting development I'm please to say that Unit 4 will soon be welcoming a new tenant to Old Bolsover Yard. Thomas Taylor, Historical Interpreter & Ropemaker will be moving in in March with events and demonstrations already being planned for April. I'll be bringing you more details in the coming weeks.

If you'd like to join us at Old Bolsover Yard then we do still have one unit available to rent - pop in to Old Bolsover Yard to see the space and find out more or email Sarah at oldbolsoveryard@gmail.com

Makers Markets 2020

Stall bookings are starting to come in for our Makers Markets that are going to be held throughout the year. Our first market will be Sunday 5th April and we're hoping that it will be the start of a great series of events.

If you are a crafter, artisan, maker and are interested in joining us for this or any of the other markets then please get in touch. 

Until next week........

Sarah 
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Show and Tell

19/2/2020

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As part of the Lottery Project which we are undertaking at Old Bolsover Yard we need your help! We're looking to find out more about the history of the site and would love to hear your memories.

Show and Tell events have been organised where we would love you to come along and have a chat to the team and find out more about the project but more importantly tell us about the butchers / shop keepers who once lived and worked here.
What are your memories of the building?

Or even the neighbours?

Even better if you have photos to share too......

Show and Tell Events are being held on Saturday 14th March 2020 and Saturday 25th April 2020.

Don't forget to put the date in your diary NOW!

Fiver Fest is GO!

National Fiver Fest is Live in over 100 towns across the country and the great news is that BOLSOVER is one of those towns with many individual businesses within the town getting involved.

Here at Old Bolsover Yard we are loving the opportunity to celebrate all the small independent businesses that we are lucky enough to work with.

Whether you are looking for Honey Soap, Face Scrubbies, Bottle Openers, Coasters, Hand Painted Cards, Fabric or Yarn we've got offers on all these things which will only cost you a fiver!
After all that shopping you can pop into The Coffee Cup to see Sally and the Team who are running a number of different offers throughout the fortnight that Totally Locally National Fiver Fest is running. You've still plenty of time to get involved as we take part until 29th February 2020.

Old Bolsover Yard's Makers Market

Last week we announced the dates for our Makers Markets which will be held at Old Bolsover Yard over 4 separate dates throughout the year. They start on Sunday 5th April with our Spring Makers Market. Thank you to all those who've booked a space but don't panic if you haven't got your application in yet as we've still got some availability left. To find out more email Sarah at oldbolsoveryard@gmail.com

​Until next week............
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Makers Markets 2020

12/2/2020

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When starting to develop Old Bolsover Yard one of the key parts of our vision was to help and support small businesses as they develop. Having ran a small business for a number of years Damion, from Ethos Upcycling, knows from experience how difficult it is to find somewhere to showcase your business. It was during the hunt for a workshop to make the move from working from home for Ethos Upcycling that the idea for Old Bolsover Yard was born. 

In 2020 we are looking to extend how we support small businesses and so we are going to introduce Old Bolsover Yard's Makers Market. The aim of the market is to show the best that Bolsover and surrounding area has to offer, whether it be pickles and chutneys to jewellery and leather work.

The dates for this years Makers Markets are: 
- Sunday 5th April
- Sunday 5th July
- Sunday 6th September
- Sunday 15th November

We will be looking for stall holders for these events in the coming weeks so if you would like to be involved then get in touch via email to oldbolsoveryard@gmail.com

It's a 5!

Well done to Sally - following a visit last week The Coffee Cup has received a 5 Food Hygiene Rating.
Time to celebrate with a cup of tea and a piece of cake!

Totally Locally Bolsover

It's here...........
Bolsover Fiver Fest is back this Saturday with a fortnight of fabulous £5 offers throughout the town.
Sarah was out and about at the start of the week handing out posters and offer flyers so keep your eyes peeled for those starting to appear in windows. In next weeks blog we'll bring you a run down of some of the businesses taking part to make sure you don't miss these great deals.
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In the meantime don't forget to follow BolsoverFiverFest on Facebook to keep up to date with all the latest news.

Until next time......

​Sarah
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Introducing Handmade by Helen

3/2/2020

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Handmade by Helen are the latest business to join us at Old Bolsover Yard taking a space in our Gallery.

Based in Cresswell Helen makes an array of wonderful crocheted items including hats, head warmers and blankets to name a few.

She has recently been recognised as a Plastic Free Business Champion which is reflected in the latest additions to her range which include re-useable face scrubbies and metal straws in crocheted storage bags to help you reduce your single-use items.
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You can follow Helen on Facebook and Instagram and don't forget to tell all your friends too.

Bolsover FiverFest returns

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Fiverfest is slowly creeping up on us with the official launch, on 15th February, not far away.
Organised as part of the national Totally Locally campaign keep a look out for the offer posters throughout the town.
​Last time 29 small independent businesses had a number of £5 offers throughout the week. This February FiverFest will last for a whole fortnight!

Uncovering the past of Old Bolsover Yard

Last week I mentioned that we had been fortunate to secure some Heritage Lottery Funding to work on an exciting project to uncover the past of Old Bolsover Yard. We had found out that the site used to be a Butcher's shop to the front with a slaughterhouse and meat preparation areas to the rear. Time to find out more about 'The Butchers of Bolsover'.

The heritage project will focus on the working lives of the Towns butchers and ancillary businesses that provided the community with its meat and food. Little is known about this area so we are seeking to uncover more of the stories from the community.

We are also going to explore what lies beneath the yard by offering a community dig looking to work with Children from a local school.

If you've any memories, pictures or information to share do get in touch.

Until next time

​Sarah

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Thank You Heritage Lottery Fund

27/1/2020

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Old Bolsover Yard have received £16,800 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for an exciting project, The Butchers of Bolsover, in Bolsover. 
The project aims to look at the origins of Old Bolsover Yard and will include many community events throughout the next 12 months, along with an archaeological dig in late Spring. A press release will be coming out in the next few weeks with more details and we'll be providing regular updates through the blog so keep popping back to find out more.

The Coffee Cup Loyalty Scheme

Regular visitors to The Coffee Cup, which is part of the Old Bolsover Yard complex, will be aware of the fantastic loyalty card scheme which Sally has introduced.
Your 10th drink will be FREE once all the squares on your loyalty card are stamped.
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Don't forget to ask for yours next time you pop in, although I have a feeling Sally and her team will tell you all about it. The Coffee Cup is open Monday - Saturday 9am - 3pm.

Looking for the next step?

Why not come and join us?

We currently have two workshop units to let which are ideal for small businesses looking to expand their craft business in 2020.

Rent starts from £37 per week, including electricity. Unit 3 is 1.98m (width) x 3.33m (depth) and Unit 4 is 1.98m (width) x 3.48m (depth).

Feel free to pop in Monday - Saturday 10-3 when we are open to have a look or email Sarah at oldbolsoveryard@gmail.com for more details.

Until next time......

Sarah
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FiverFest is Back!

20/1/2020

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Fiver Fest is back for February 2020 launching on Saturday 15th February and running for a whole fortnight this time around.

​The Totally Locally team are strict that this is only for independent businesses so you can be sure that every £5 you spend really does make a difference.
So far a number of businesses have already said they are getting involved again which means loads of amazing £5 special offers for you to take advantage of.

You can keep up to date with businesses and offers by liking and following BolsoverFiverFest on Facebook.

Elliott Meats, Ethos Upcycling, Gifted with Love, Molly Felicity Designs & Old Bolsover Yard have already announced that they are taking part in February's Fiver Fest. Watch this space for more businesses coming soon........... 
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Cup & Saucer Moves to Clay Cross

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Cup & Saucer have relocated from Bolsover to Clay Cross.

We're missing Gail at Old Bolsover Yard but really excited as her business continues to grow. 
The good news is if you're missing Cup & Saucer too their shop in Clay Cross is officially opening on 8th February. Based at 132 Market Street, Clay Cross you'll find hand blended loose leaf teas and tisanes, teawares, vintage china, tea hampers & tea inspired gifts. At the opening there will be free tea sampling as well as goody bags for the first 20 customers.

Good luck with the opening Gail - can't wait to hear all about it.
​Until next week..........

​Sarah x
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The Coffee Cup

12/1/2020

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Come in we're open............
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Thursday 9th January saw the cafe re-open its doors. After lots of hard work Sally and her team are pleased to welcome you to The Coffee Cup.

Located on Castle Street, Bolsover, The Coffee Cup sits at the front of the Old Bolsover Yard complex. The Cafe opens daily from 9am - 3pm Monday to Saturday with the menu offering something for everyone, served in a friendly relaxed atmosphere.

I hope you'll all join me in wishing Sally all the best with her new venture.

Units to Let

Last week I told you about the units that we have to let at Old Bolsover Yard, perfect if you are looking to expand your business in 2020. We've had some enquiries but nothing confirmed yet so do please get in touch if you think that Old Bolsover Yard could be the home for your business this year.

Events at Old Bolsover Yard

The Courtyard Programme was our programme of special events last year that ran from April through the Summer. We learnt a lot during that time and I'm pleased to say that planning has now started for this years programme of events. Our aim is still to showcase all sorts of traditional crafts but also continue with our support for local community groups.

If you have any ideas and would like to get involved in 'taking over our courtyard' for an event then please get in touch with Sarah via email to oldbolsoveryard@gmail.com

Until next week........
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