Growing your own fruit and vegetables has sometimes been classed as being too much trouble and of taking too much time to be worth all the effort, but now there is a way to have fresh home grown produce from your own back garden without even picking up a spade.

The Vegetable Gardener is a company specialising in growing Herbs, Fruit and Vegetables on your property so you can pick them fresh from the ground when you need them. By making repeat sowings over the seed growing period, they are able to ensure that there is always something fresh to take to the kitchen throughout every month of the year.

They will take care of all the weeding and will ensure that watering, feeding and pest control are also something that you do not need to worry about.

Whether you have an existing plot to grow on, would like to have some raised beds to give lots of produce in a small space or just have a patio for container planting, The Vegetable Gardener is able to take care of all your needs. They can also perform general garden maintenance on lawns and borders, pruning hedges and leaf clearing. For more information contact Mark on 01509 813 401.

Have you ever wanted to learn about astronomy or brush up on your painting skills? Maybe learn a language or improve your English and maths?

Click on the heading to use our Course Search to find what’s running at your local centre, or find that particular course that you’ve been looking for.

You can either type in the subject you are looking for, or leave that section blank and select your local college to find out what's running there. For more general information on areas of learning and levels check out our webpages at www.leics.gov.uk/golearn

Contact the Adult Learning Service on 0116 3056387, or email adultlearning@leics.gov.uk for more information.

I am the community project officer for BTCV leicestershire and Rutland, and I currently run a practical conservation project at New Croft Hill Nature Area. All ages and abilities are welcome.

Please contact me for further details if you would like to volunteer at the site.

I can also help any local community groups to set up or run their projects, giving advice on anything from tree planting to pond creation, or leadership training and health and safety.

Leicestershire Museums Archaeological Fieldwork Group has, since 1976, undertaken through its local Groups, an award-winning programme of active archaeological fieldwork throughout Leicestershire. The Group, in conjunction with Leicestershire County Council Museums Service archaeologists, holds regular lecture meetings, has its own Newsletter, "The Fieldworker" and provides training courses for beginners.
The Group also supports the work of archaeologists in both the City and County Museums Services, including the events programme at Jewry Wall Museum and Donington le Heath Manor House.
If you would like to join please send the annual subscription, with an application form, - £3(unwaged), £5 (waged), £5 (unwaged family) or £8 (family membership)to LMAFG at County Hall

For a good time, easy going Caller ideal for Weddings, Family Parties/Do's and company functions, be prepared for a great time, wear sensible shoes and a sense of humour. No matter what age you are you will enjoy a barn dance with "Maca the Caller" the most re-booked caller in Leicestershire!
No experience needed just come along and enjoy yourselves. I work with a variety of bands (which I can sort out for you) and I can do a smaller function with recorded music.
To add a bit of atmosphere to certain halls I can also supply coloured lights! Give me a call on 01455 284 285,
077 86 16 80 52.

Contact me if you are interested in joining your local library or finding out new and exciting things you can do at your library. My name is Bharti Acharya and i am the newly appointed Library Development Worker for the Barrow Group.

The group's aim is to engage people in the work of the RSPB and nature conservation in general. We want to educate, inform and entertain people in the environment particularly from a birding aspect. The group wishes to support the RSPB both financially and promotionally to preserve bird life in the local environment.

Meeting information
RSPB Members and Local Group Members £2.00, Non RSPB Members £2.50.
Meeting place
Loughborough University, Lecture Theatre, Brockington Building, Epinal Way, LOUGHBOROUGH, Leicestershire, LE11 3GE

Who to contact
Bob Orton
Tel: 07748876798

Christian Ministers, Church Leaders & Marriage Counsellors with over 25 years experience. Willing to help with friendship, advice and prayer those who feel they need God's help through faith in Jesus Christ.

Centre Stage is the Rural and Community Touring Scheme for Leicestershire and Rutland bringing opportunities for professional live touring to village and community venues throughout the two counties.
Touring companies and performers with regional, national and international profiles who specialise in work for small spaces tour to venues across Leicestershire and Rutland offering a fantastic night out on your doorstep.
These tours include a wide range of theatre, music, opera, dance, storytelling and poetry, children's theatre, puppetry and comedy theatre, with members of the local community hosting the event. When possible, and appropriate, allied participatory workshops are offered and these are placed in the local community.
All the shows listed are professional performances subsidised by your local District or Borough Council, and the two County Councils of Leicestershire and Rutland.
Most of the shows are suitable for general family audiences; however, to make it easier for you to plan a great night out, look for the family friendly symbol and particulary the age recommendation. For more information on the Scheme call Sue Roberts: 01544 327877
Tickets are sold locally for each event by the village or community promoters. Check with each venue for ticket prices.
The scheme is co-ordinated by Artservice on behalf of The Leicestershire and Rutland Arts Development Officers' Forum.

I am the Village Website Content Co-ordinator for Leicestershire Villages. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the website or if you need any help putting your own information onto the site. We can also arrange training sessions if required. If you are a community group (e.g. local history group, scouts etc.) get in touch and we can see how we can help you put content on the site. We would like everyone in the community to be actively involved in this website so get in touch if you need any help getting started.

I am the new Library Development Worker for Barrow, Mountsorell, Quorn, Rothley & Sileby Libraries. My aim is to involve the Libraries with Local Communities. I will be delighted to hear from you. Contact me on (0116) 267 3494.

DON’T SUFFER IN SILENCE

Do you know someone who is experiencing Domestic Violence?
Do you know someone who wants to stop their violent behaviour?
Do you yourself need to speak to someone in confidence?

If so ring the Domestic Violence Helpline on :
0116 255 0004

Our opening hours are: Monday – Friday 10.00am-3.00pm
Monday – Thursday 7pm -9.00pm
Saturday 10.00am – 2.30pm
Sunday 1200.pm – 3.00pm

Formerly known as Environ, Groundwork Leicester & Leicestershire is an independent charity and member of the national organisation, Groundwork UK. We provide information, advice and practical help to encourage individuals and organisations to take practical steps towards a more sustainable future.

Our history began when Environ was created in 1993 by the merger of two independent charities: Leicester Ecology Trust and Leicester Environment City Trust. The origins of these organisations go back to 1983 when the City Wildlife Project was first established - so we have a long track record!

We became a Groundwork Trust in April 2006 and changed our name to Groundwork Leicester & Leicestershire.

Our workforce of over 40 professional staff is supplemented by committed volunteers, trainees and work placements. We pursue an ethos of partnership in all that we do, engaging with government bodies, businesses and local communities to involve everyone in action for the future.

Tel: 0116 222 0222; Fax: 0116 255 2343

Farm Crisis Network: Folk who know farming talking with farming folk.
Ring: 0700 2326326

Farming Crisis Network (FCN), founded in 1993, is a UK network of groups of volunteers drawn from the farming community and rurual churches, ready to help farming people and families as they seek to resolve their problems.
For some all that is needed is an opportunity to talk. Others may need someone to "walk with" them for weeks, months or longer.

FCN’s service is confidential and free of charge.
If you would like to contact FCN for help or on behalf of someone who needs help, please ring the FCN helpline on 07002 326 326 (available 1.00am-11.00pm)

FCN is part of the Farming Help partnership of national charities working in the farming community, together providing a wide range of complementary support. FCN also works with and alongside many other organisations in order to source and provide the best available help in every individual situation. This includes professional advice and support where appropriate.

FCN’s national office can be contacted for information and general enquiries from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm on week days:

Tel: 01788 510866
Fax: 01788 511026

The Safe at Home/Help the Aged handyvan makes older peoples homes more safe and secure. A home security check is carried out and door and window locks, door chains, smoke alarms fitted free of charge. Over 60 and less than £25,000 in savings - then do get in touch.

We hope you’ll be able to find the kind of job you’re looking for with Leicestershire County Council, quickly and easily. On these pages you will find lots of helpful information about working for the Council and how to apply for jobs.

School Travel Plan Co-ordinator - I support school communities in North West Leicestershire, Charnwood and Melton Mowbray to draft, adopt, implement and benefit from sustainable travel policies.

There's a link with this submission to our new 'How to develop a School Travel Plan - Primary Schools' - please contact me if you would like the Secondary version.

The service I offer is for people who would like to know more about building regulations with regards to various electrical installations in their homes and what they should expect. It should help to point them in the right direction when choosing a contractor to carry out work. My advice is totally free.

The Society was founded in 1855 and over the years has changed its name slightly, but its aims have virtually remained the same; 'to promote the study of history, archaeology, antiquities and architecture of the county'. Membership stands at around 400 and in addition some 100 institutions receive our annual publication around the world.
Having celebrated our 150th anniversary we now look forward to strengthening the work of the Society in order to maintain its position as the premier archaeological and historical society in the county.

Details of membership, publications, library and lectures can be found on the web site www.le.ac.uk/lahs

Are you a voluntary or community group looking for professional support? Do you need a marketing strategy, legal advice, a survey, ICT support, or accountancy advice?
Leicestershire ProHelp is a network of professional firms offering free advice and strategic support for one-off projects for the voluntary and community sector. Member firms include solicitors, marketing consultants, accountants, architects, IT experts, and surveyors.

I help co-ordinate parish plan activity within the County Council. Working closely with the Rural Community Council (Leicestershire and Rutland) my involvement in the process includes commenting upon draft questionnaires and responding to action plans. Principally I provide a link between parish plan groups and service providers here within the County Council. I can also be contacted by telephone on 0116 265 6179

I am a qualified Yoga teacher working in this area. Allow me to tell you briefly about Yoga. Yoga is not about sitting cross legged or standing on your head. It is an ancient system for life and has something to offer to everyone. You could improve your posture and breathing, your body may develop more strength and become more flexible. There are techniques in Yoga that can help you manage and deal with the stresses that we all experience in everyday life. The best thing is that Yoga sets not barriers of fitness or the lack of it ,age, ability or disability. If you would like to find out more about yoga in general or the classes that are available in this area please contact me on 0116 2302402 or email moira@hardy-smith.fsnet.co.uk.

Nina's Nannies for Pets are an award winning pet sitting service, which allows your pets to stay within the comfort of their own homes while you are away.

Our pet sitters are all mature, non smoking individuals/couples, who have been fully vetted, with insurance, registration and a police background check.

All are adept in administering medication and caring for pets with special needs. Home security is an important part of our service, therefore our sitters do not wear uniforms, or travel in marked cars, so as not to attract criminal interest.

We are veterinary recommended.

Postwatch is the consumer watchdog for postal services. We act as the voice of the consumer in all postal matters, ensuring that customers get the best possible service at realistic prices.

Postwatch is an independant body. We are neither part of Royal Mail nor the government.

Help Leicestershire Libraries decide on the type and range of books, CD's and DVD's we will stock in our libraries . Follow the link below to take part in our online survey (or click on the title above).

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