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April 2019

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Plymouth City Council is cracking down on empty and abandoned homes Page 3

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Boutique cinema planned for Royal William Yard

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Moody and magnificent, Messenger arrives in Plymouth!

Plymouth planners have been asked for their views on plans to create a boutique cinema in the Royal William Yard.

A pre-application report has been submitted on behalf of Everyman Cinemas, who want to create an up-market arts style restaurant cinema in the historic Melville building.

Everyman is a boutique cinema chain with over 20 cinemas throughout the UK, including Bristol, London, Winchester and Liverpool.

Each venue offers the same well-known Everyman cinematic experience with high quality food and drink in luxury surroundings.

The new cinema and restaurant will occupy the approximately 9,000 square feet in the north east corner of the second floor of Melville, which is a Listed Building.

It will consist of three pod-based auditoria and provide armchair seating for nearly 200 cinemagoers as well as 70 seats in the restaurant and bar area.

Urban Splash, Royal William Yard operators, believe the inclusion of an Everyman Cinema will complement the existing studios and art galleries at Ocean Studios and Plymouth University's Arts Department in the Mills Bakery. It will also strengthen the existing creative community.

According to the application: "Increasing the number of arts related activities on offer will increase the time visitors spend at the Yard, supporting other commercial uses and making the Yard more sustainable.

"The annual open air cinema at the Yard has been running for five years and has proved extremely popular with residents and cinemas.

Adding a more permanent cinema would provide an exciting new community facility for all."

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Cornish born artist Joseph Hillier creator of The Messenger - watches as the statue is lowered into place

Most landmarks take years to arrive, Plymouth’s latest eye catcher took less than a day.

Arriving on a dull morning, journeying across the Sound to Millbay Docks and then on a lowloader through the city’s streets to the city centre, the Messenger arrived with formidable style.

She had been joined on her precarious journey by local and national media together with well wishers sending out live broadcasts and recording the event for posterity.

In case you’re not aware, the Messenger is Plymouth’s latest sculpture and her home is outside the Theatre Royal on Royal Parade.

Adrian Vinken and his team like to do things with panache and the Messenger’s arrival was greeted in grand style with ‘The Ride of the Valkyries’ booming out over the city. Hundreds of schoolchildren and other well wishers were cheering and waving custom flags.

Among the lucky few viewing the event from the balcony at the theatre was Cornish born artist Joseph Hillier. He is the creator of the sculpture which now has the kudos of being the UK’s largest cast bronze sculpture and proudly watched his gigantic work raised from her transport and lowered into place in front of the theatre’s entrance.

Words and picture by Roy Perring It had been a long journey for Messenger, from the Welsh foundry where she had been built, in fact 270 miles to Devonport Dockyard. In order to make that journey she had been broken down into four pieces and at the Dockyard she was carefully reassembled by craftsmen from the Castle Art Foundry. From the dockyard she was taken by barge before making her grand entrance.

Now standing 23 feet tall and 30 feet wide she will be a talking point for many years to come.

She’s not one of those detailed statues we know of heroes and explorers from the past. If anything Messenger is a moment captured in time. The piece is based upon a single brief pose by a female cast member during rehearsals for ‘Othello’ a co-production with theatre company Frantic Assembly at the theatre in 2014. The sculpture is therefore a fleeting moment by a character rather than a likeness of the actress herself. Dark and moody the hooded figure will tower over theatre goers as they arrive for shows and even provide an archway for those happy to walk under her.

There’s no doubt that like all art she will have those who love her and those that do not, but

like all good art she will have people talking, just like much of the work that goes on in the theatre itself. Over the next few weeks, years and decades, locals and visitors alike will be admiring her and sharing their images of her throughout the World.

Speaking before her arrival Adrian Vinken, chief executive of the Theatre Royal Plymouth said: “The whole Messenger project has been a rollercoaster ride from the outset. The scale of the undertaking and the skill and dedication shown

by Castle Fine Arts in creating her has been just astonishing. Getting her to her home outside the Theatre Royal has been nothing short of a military operation involving eight separate contractors and agencies working in close co-ordination. Their enthusiasm at being part of the adventure speaks for itself.

“You never really know, until something comes to reality, whether the vision for something is going to translate into reality, but I think in this case it has. When you experience her in the flesh and you see people’s reaction and the fact that they are clearly engaged, it’s all that we hoped for in this piece of art.

“She will make an impact on the city and hopefully people will come to see her for many years to come because she is rather special.”

Yay Koffee in Mutley joins Safe Place scheme Plymouth is celebrating successfully creating almost 200 locations under the Safe Place scheme.

Yay Koffee on Mutley Plain is one of the latest venues to sign up to the scheme which is designed to help people with learning disabilities feel confident and safe when they are out and about in Plymouth.

The Safe Places window sticker has appeared across the city in shops, community centres, libraries, Plymouth Community Homes offices and businesses ranging from hair dressers to bakeries.

If someone needs help, they look for the sign, then go in and ask for it. Those on the scheme carry cards with useful contact numbers on such as a carer or family details.

Dan Ashley, owner of Yay Koffee said: “We have a number of adults with disabilities who come in and I think we’ve created a happy and safe environment here and happy to help in anyway we can.”

Councillor Ian Tuffin, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care said: “It’s a simple scheme that can make such a big difference for some of our more vulnerable residents.

“We want people to go out and to enjoy life, but know it can sometimes be intimidating. We pledged to support this scheme as a council but I am really chuffed and proud to see so many of our small businesses take part in this scheme to provide a safe haven for those who need it.

Small gestures can go a long way to ensuring Plymouth is a great place for everyone to live.”

The locations are identified by members of the Council’s Community Outreach Team who make sure staff at the venues are happy to be on standby to help.

The team also support over 80 people to live more independently.

The full list of Safe Places and information about how to sign up is on the ‘Open to All’ website http:// web.plymouth.gov.uk/opentoall

Pictured: Cliff Morgan, Plymouth City Council, Dan Ashley, owner of Yay Koffee, Rob Clark, Plymouth City Council and Councillor Ian Tuffin, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care

April 2019

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Council crackdown on empty homes

Scott from the Council’s Empty Homes team with Councillor Chris Penberthy outside Beauchamp Road.

Plymouth City Council is getting tough on long term empty home owners as Council Tax for them doubles, and the council signs an order to enforce the sale of an eyesore property in Peverell.

All long term empty home owners in the city that the council has on its database have been written to recently advising them that from April 1 the empty homes council tax premium will increase to 200 per cent of the normal rate, if the property has been empty for two years or more. There could also be powers to impose further increases of up to 400 per cent by 2021 for the worst offenders.

The council has also approved an executive decision to move forward the enforced sale of a derelict property at Beauchamp Road, which is in poor condition, has a severely overgrown garden and has been left to become derelict by the owner, who has not paid any council tax for several years.

The crackdown comes as the council reveals how the once abandoned and dilapidated bungalow that for years stood on the corner of Widey Lane and Bowden Park Road, on which the council executed a compulsory purchase order three years ago, has now been replaced by two stunning bungalows.

The house at Beauchamp Road is in such a poor state of repair that it’s causing damage to the adjoining properties, pigeons are now nesting within the loft space, causing serious internal damage and potential health risks and render has previously fallen from the front elevation into the front garden below.

The garden is also severely overgrown and causing damage to neighbouring garden walls.

Tackling long term empty homes also forms

a key part of the Council’s Plan For Homes, the latest phase of which was launched earlier this month.

Councillor Chris Penberthy, Cabinet Member for Housing and Cooperative Development for Plymouth City Council, said: “I am delighted to be able to announce these measures as part of our ongoing crusade against long term empty homes, which are literally a blot on the landscape. They can become derelict eyesores over time, be subject to vermin, vandalism and anti-social behaviour, and they can also reduce the value of neighbouring properties by up to 20 per cent.

“Tackling empty homes also forms a key part of our Plan For Homes. So I absolutely welcome the fact that people who leave properties empty for more than two years will have to pay double the amount of Council Tax. This will hit those who leave properties empty long term where it hurts – in the wallet – and make them seriously think about the need to sort long term empty homes out.

“Plymouth City Council has been working hard with local partners and property owners to tackle this issue, and where possible we prefer to work with owners to support them in bringing their empty properties back into use. Enforcement actions such as compulsory purchase orders and forced sales are always a last resort for us, but we are prepared to take that tough action if necessary.

“In the case of the Beauchamp Road One of the new bungalows on the same site

The property at Widey Lane before the Council did a compulsory purchase order in 2016

The overgrown garden of the property on Beauchamp Road property, our Housing Delivery team have made repeated attempts to work with the owner since 2016 but they have since disengaged. So unfortunately we have no option but to enforce the sale of the property to ensure the Council’s debt is recovered and the property returned to use.

“But as the amazing transformation at Widey Lane has shown, enforcement action can have fantastic results, and on that once overgrown and derelict site stands two fantastic new bungalows.”

Plymouth City Council had received complaints about the site at Widey Lane over a period of several years, and the Housing Delivery team tried in vain to persuade the owner to either renovate or sell it. In the end the Council had to get a Compulsory Purchase Order approved by the Secretary of State and then sold the property at auction in July 2016.

Once the new owners demolished the bungalow and cleared the site it was evident that it was large enough to build two bungalows. Their planning application was approved in May 2017 and the building works commenced just over a year ago.

To find out more about the council’s work to tackle empty homes and support available visit www.plymouth.gov.uk/emptyhomes or you can like the Empty Homes Plymouth Facebook page.

Find out more about Plan For Homes here: http://plymouthnewsroom.co.uk/plan-forhomes-3/

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Ballard House purchase will save council over £2 million

Plymouth City Council has bought its headquarters at Millbay as part of an investment package designed to save £2.25 million over the next few years in current rent and running costs.

The purchase of Ballard House is part of the council’s ongoing accommodation strategy, a rolling programme of work designed to generate savings, improve the working environment for staff and customers and ensure the Council’s portfolio of buildings is fit for purpose.

Council leader Tudor Evans said: “This works on so many levels. It is more cost effective for the council to buy rather than rent taking advantage of historically low long term fixed interest rates.”

The council occupies four floors of the seven story office block since moving out of the Civic Centre in 2014. Before that, it rented some office space in the building.

“The shape of the council is changing constantly and we need to make the best use of the offices and properties,” he added.

Ballard House is now base for over 700 council staff, but advances in technology means that more and more staff are being encouraged to work flexibly – both at home and in other council buildings – to keep the costs of office space down. Most of the staff are now hot-desking.

The council has an existing investment portfolio now worth in excess of £230 million and income generated across the council’s estate enables the council to help fund frontline services.

The purchase also provides the council with control of a key strategic site right on the waterfront at Millbay.

Staff are also located in other parts of the city including Windsor House, which it shares with the NEW Devon Clinical Commissioning Group, as well as buildings at Derriford Business Park and Midland House.

A delegated decision is being signed off to give the go-ahead to award a contract to carry out repairs and improve the appearance of the concrete exterior of the building.

Councillor Tudor Evans added: “Before buying Ballard, we had a number of external condition surveys carried out – as you would – and these identified a number of issues that need sorting and have been factored into our costings.”

4 April 2019

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Out and About Your guide to events in the local community and beyond

Collectors Toy, Train and Craft Fair Mar 24 Organised by Plymouth Diecast Club at at the Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth PL2 2PQ. The event is open from 10am to 2pm and admission is only £1 and children free. There is plenty of free parking and the café will be open.

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Devon Family History Society Mar 26 Guest speaker Rebecca Smith will give a talk on the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Sturgeon Hall, Mutley Plain (free parking) at 7.30pm. Doors open 7pm, light refreshments available.

Table Top Sale Mar 30 Saltash Wesley Methodist Church in the sports hall 9am to 11.30am. Tables cost £4. Contact Bob Cartwright 01752842069 to book a table. There is a coffee morning in the church at the same time.

Shopaholic Fashion Show Mar 30 Back by popular demand at Trinity United Reformed ChurchTorr Lane, Hartley, Plymouth. In aid of the Big Build Project. 7pm for 7.30pm start. Clothes are from high street and online retailers such as M&S, Next, Monsoon, White Stuff, Joe Browns, Jaeger, Phase Eight and many more. Admission £5 to include a welcome drink. Ideal Mother’s Day gift! Please text Fiona 07554 446 875 to book tickets before they sell out!

Mother’s Day Snow Drop Planting Mar 31 Saltram House Mother’s Days are made of moments like these. Treat your Mum to a blooming lovely day out at Saltram and plant a snow drop in the garden together. Free event, but normal admission charges apply. Booking not needed.

Plymouth Railway Circle Apr 1, Apr 15 and Apr 29 Meetings at St St Edward’s Church Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell, at 7.30 pm, Admission £1 (members), £2 (visitors). Visitors are very welcome. April 1: Ken Mumford: The Devon Belle. A journey on this once reknown Pullman train from Waterloo to the West Country. Digital presentation. Apr 15: Steven Andrews: Narrow Gauge - Past & Present. A reflection on British,Welsh & Scottish narrow gauge railways (on DVD) over the last 10 years. April 29: Richard Jones: 50 years with Heritage Railways. Richard reflects on the railways with which he has served through a photographic and narrated journey. He is currently head of operations at the West Somerset Railway.

The Mermaid’s Magical Purse Until Apr 6 Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport Park A magical adventure of storytelling theatre with amazing puppets, delights and surprises along the way. For information www.soapboxtheatre.org.uk Coffee morning Apr 6 At Crownhill Methodist Church from 10.30am to 12 noon in the church hall with various stalls including delicious cakes and savouries, gifts, toys, jewellery, books, and a raffle. All monies raised will be used to support Wycliff Bible translators, represented by the daughter and son-in-law of two of the church’s members, in Papua New Guinea. All are welcome and admission is free. Entrance to the church hall is from Crownhill Road or the car park behind Crownhill shops, with free parking.

Crochet for Beginners Apr 6 Crafts By You, 3 Moon Street, Plymouth from 2pm to 5pm. Learn the art of crochet from different crochet forms to the tools and materials used. During the workshop attendees will learn how to make a scarf and follow crochet patterns. A delicious afternoon tea will also be provided. £28 per person.

Rich Hall’s Hoedown Mar 23 Red House Theatre, Millbay Rich Hall’s critically acclaimed new show begins its second leg of touring. There has never been a better time to be an American comedian in the UK. Tickets from www.laughablecomedy.com Tamar Bridge 10k Mar 24 A new running event staged by the organisers of Britain’s Ocean City 10k and Britain’s Ocean City Half Marathon. A chance to make history by taking part in the first 10k challenge across the Tamar Bridge. The race starts at 8.30am at Kings Tamerton Community Centre and the route takes runners across the bridge and along a circular route around St Budeaux before finishing at Kings Tamerton Community Centre. Registration is now open at www.runplymouth.co.uk Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt Apr 6 - 22 This year, Saltram House will be running the eggcellent Cadbury’s trail for the whole two weeks of the Easter holidays. £2 entry, booking not needed.

Living Christianity Apr 10 Organised by the Christian Institute at St Andrew’s Church, Royal Parade at 7.30pm. Nigel Kenny and Rodney Aiken will speak on a range of topics including family, Gospel freedom and gender ideology.

On Course South West Fourth Birthday Event Apr 11 and 12 Plymouth’s leading Adult Community Learning Provider On Course South West, are celebrating their 4th Birthday and want to invite the Plymouth community to come along and celebrate! To mark the occasion, they will be hosting a series of free taster sessions over two days at Hyde Park House, Mutley Plain, Plymouth PL4 6LF. Free taster sessions include jewellery making, chime come eggs, drumming circle, crystal healing, holiday Italian, decoupage and much more. Contact details: View the full range of taster sessions at www.oncoursesouthwest.co.uk or call 01752 660713.

Art Exhibition Apr 11 to 13 Plymstock and District Art Society (PANDAS) will be holding their annual art exhibition and sale at Plymstock Library from 9am-6pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. A great chance to see the varied work of

Men’s Day Out Mar 30 One of the city’s best-loved charity events is back for 2019, with a multitude of men set to get together to stride the streets, enjoy banter with their mates and show their support for the vital work of St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth. Men’s Day Out is a charity walk with a difference: a guys-only gathering giving men the opportunity for a great day out with the boys, walking a 12km route through Plymouth city centre which takes them past some of Plymouth’s most famous sights, including The Barbican and Plymouth Hoe waterfront. They’ll then enjoy a wellearned pasty and pint, returning to Albion’s ground in time to see the club’s not-to-be-missed clash with Birmingham Moseley. Powered by IU Energy, the event will see up to 2,000 men – many in fancy dress – out in force to raise funds for the specialist end of life care given by St Luke’s across Plymouth and surrounding areas. Among them will be those walking in memory of loved ones cared for by the

charity at home, in hospital or at the specialist unit at Turnchapel. Registration for the event is £32, which covers a t-shirt, pasty, pint and rugby ticket as well as the logistics of the day. To register, visit www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk/fundraising or call 01752 492626 for further details.

local artists as the exhibition will have around 80 plus original framed pictures and many unframed browsers to thumb through. Watercolours, oils, acrylics and pastels on a wide choice of subjects that will tempt you to be happy and healthy by giving up chocolate and buying a painting for a life time’s reward!

Caterpillar May 1 to May 11 Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport Park. A theatre show for babies from six months to the age of eight years. Created to delight and immerse tiny audiences and their big people! The show follows the tale of two caterpillars, Bob and Bob and the journey that they go to become butterflies. With live music - a delight for the senses! For details www. soapboxtheatre.org.uk

Sir Joshua Reynolds Choir Apr 12 The Choir presents ‘Seeking the rainbow through the rain’ at Crownhill Methodist Church at 7.30pm.

Tickets £5 each are available from Maureen Blatchford on 01752 292118 or at the door. Early arrival is recommended as seats are unreserved and these concerts are usually popular. Free parking is available in the car park adjacent to the church behind Crownhill shops.

Spring Fayre Apr 13 Pennycross Methodist Church, Beauchamp Road from 10.30am to 12.30pm. In aid of ‘Hotizon’ and church funds.

Walks with History Apr 20 and May 18 Oasis Café, 28 Manor Street, Stonehouse from 10am to 1pm These events take place once a month and include walks, workshops, guest speakers, films and presentations and much more. Every month will be different. Please consider coming along and joining to help establish the membership of the group. Tea and coffee will be available. For more information please see https://www.facebook.com/100HomesStonehouse

Retro Rum and Gin Festival Apr 6 Plymouth Guildhall Miss Ivy Events is pleased to bring the first Gin and Rum festival to Plymouth. Bar with 40 different gins and rums, plus a cocktail bar serving an array of different cocktails to suit all taste buds! On arrival, you will receive a welcome drink of either rum and coke or gin and tonic. Get your dancing shoes on as there will be live 70s and 80s music throughout the day from local artists including the ever popular Little Miss Mojo. Feel free to dress up in retro era costume and have your photos taken in the photo booth! Prize for the best dressed couple!

Soundhouse Brass May 4 Concert at St. Edward’s Church, Eggbuckland 7.30 pm.

Tickets £5. Light refreshments available Historical Association History Talk May 14 Laura Quigley, author and historian is giving a talk entitled Plymouth Under siege: Plymouth and the Civil War. 7pm at Lecture Theatre 2, Rowland Levinsky Building, Plymouth University.

Photo Exhibition May 17 Fund raiser on behalf of the Oasis Cafe Food Bank, entitled ‘I am poor, but I am NOT ashamed.’

Effervescent Studio (Rumpus Cosy), Radiant House, 12, Derry’s Cross, Plymouth 6.30pm to 9pm. Free entry.

Plymouth Camra Beer Festival Jun 27 to 29 At the TA Centre, Prospect Place, Millbay, supporting a military charity. From 12pm to 11pm each day.

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Ford Park Cemetery’s exhibition ‘Accidental Deaths’ continues in the Visitor Centre throughout April.

It is open for public viewing on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 10.30am and 3.30pm, and Saturdays and Sundays from 12.30pm to 3.30pm.

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Mad Dog Mcrae will be preforming a charity gig on behalf of Ford Park on April 5 at 8pm.

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The Heritage Team will be heading up a guided walk on Sunday April 7 in conjunction with the Accidental Deaths exhibition. Meet at the Visitor Centre 2pm. As with exhibitions, walks are also free of charge but donations are always welcome.

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The second phase of Oceansgate has now been given the green light, having secured funding and planning permission.

Based in Devonport’s South Yard, Oceansgate is transforming disused Ministry of Defence land into an Enterprise Zone for marine businesses, with opportunities for research, innovation and production. Phase 1 of the development was completed last year.

A total of £10.25 million of funding has been secured for Phase 2, with a £2.25 million grant from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and an £8 million Council loan.

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three storey office building, as well as car parking and landscaping.

This will create a total of 1,350 square metres of light industrial space and 1,500 square metres of office space, enabling the creation of up to 130 new jobs.

As part of the creation of Phase 2 the historic gateway arch to South Yard, which was once the original entrance to Devonport dockyard, will be rebuilt to create a sense of arrival to the site.

Councillor Tudor Evans, Leader of Plymouth City Council, said: “I’m really excited that we’re able to move forward with the next phase of Oceansgate. The planned work will create a modern workspace perfect for marine businesses, but keep a nod to the past with the recreation of the original gateway.

“Phase 1 has already become a thriving

business hub, which is what we set out to achieve. This next step will provide even more opportunities for businesses and more jobs, helping to drive economic growth and support our flourishing marine industry in Britain’s Ocean City.”

The new buildings will be in keeping with the office and industrial units created in Phase 1 and the wider historic setting of South Yard, using natural materials such as Plymouth limestone and granite.

Phase 1 of Oceansgate has already welcomed a number of businesses including Lang & Potter, Surejust, Trend Marine, the Maritime & Coastguard agency and the new Marine Business Technology Centre.

Businesses in the marine sector that are looking for new industrial space or offices can find out more about the available units at oceansgateplymouth.com.

Recognition for tennis coaches Fiona and James Two Plymouth-based rising stars in the world of inclusive tennis have been rewarded for their hard work.

Fiona Murphy, of Double Bounce, was awarded the Disability Award for her dedication to inclusive tennis in the South West at the Devon Tennis County Awards.

Her huge efforts and commitment over the past year or so have opened up tennis to a whole range of people who may never have considered the game previously.

Fiona was delighted to receive the award and said: “It is wonderful to be recognised for getting more disabled and older people to play tennis. I just adapt the game to suit the players, often using sponge balls and short rackets and playing inside in a small area”.

James Jennings was also successful at the Devon Tennis awards. He narrowly missed out on winning Young Coach of the Year, but was then rewarded for his hard work with a special Chairman’s Award. These awards are only handed out to particularly deserving individuals and this year, one of those was James.

James has grown up playing tennis

and represents the South West at Special Olympic tournaments at both a regional and national level. It was because of his inspirational coach that he decided to become a tennis coach himself in spite of the challenges of being autistic.

He gained qualifications in sport at City College Plymouth where he also got the opportunity to gain the LTA Level 1 tennis coaching qualification before accepting a year long Royal Foundation Coach Core apprenticeship at Ivybridge Tennis Club where he still volunteers whilst preparing to take the LTA Level 2 qualification in April.

He has a great manner on court and is always enthusiastic and professional.

He is fantastic with the younger players and is always willing to learn from more experienced coaches. He is definitely an upand-coming coach of the future and will be a great asset to the county!

James assists Fiona with disability tennis sessions including wheelchair tennis at Ivybridge and learning disability tennis at Whiteford Road Tennis Club, which is for players from the DOVE Project.

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Plymouth City Council is part-funding an enterprise coaching programme which aims to help people develop self-employment opportunities as well as start and sustain micro and small businesses, including conversations around alternative business structures such as cooperatives and social enterprises.

The city is teaming up with Outset to offer support to people from the more deprived and disadvantaged areas of Devon, such as Plymouth, Torbay and Torridge, and those underrepresented in enterprise.

Inclusive growth is at the heart of the Outset ethos. Now in its 10th year, Outset have supported over 6,000 businesses across the South West, creating over 6,859 jobs. The service has helped over 23,000 individuals become entrepreneurs in the region, through free programmes of enterprise workshops and 1:1 advice.

Plymouth’s contribution with match funding will be £362,000 to run the programme in the city with the emphasis on working with a diverse community, helping individuals from all backgrounds in areas such as Whitleigh, Honicknowle, Ernesettle and Ham and North Prospect where there are traditionally fewer start-ups.

The overall Outset Enterprise Coaching programme is worth over £1,702,020 across Devon. The European Development Fund is contributing £1,020,612.

Part of the package includes enterprise coaching to support people with practical advice on how to write a business plan, pitching and presenting ideas as well as finance and marketing advice.

Councillor Chris Penberthy, Cabinet Member for Housing and Cooperative Development said: “This project aims to give support and confidence for people who might have a great idea but need more help to turn it into reality.

“Deciding to go into business is a huge decision for some people. Having someone to help you prepare and do the leg work beforehand goes a long way to making that big leap a success.”

As well as Plymouth supporting by way of in-kind salaries, the Council is contributing £75,000 Social Enterprise Investment Fund money to help individual entrepreneurs with small grants.

This programme follows in the footsteps of the Plymouth Urban Enterprise programme which began in 2011 and over five years engaged over 4,000 people, created 400 jobs, and offered £1.8 million loans to nearly 150 clients.

For more information visit www.outset.org/ enterprise-coaching

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Appeal for volunteers to help tackle loneliness in Plymouth

Could you volunteer some of your time to help befriend an older person and support Plymouth’s pledge to tackle loneliness?

Plymouth City Council is working with local partners including charities and social care providers, taking a whole health and social care systems approach, to tackle the growing issue of loneliness, and more volunteers are being urged to come forward.

The Council’s pledge to tackle the issue is in response to the government’s strategy for tackling loneliness, published in October 2018, as a result of the Jo Cox Commission on

Gordon and Joyce in their youth

Loneliness.

Gordon Murdoch, aged 91, joined the Merchant Navy aged 16 and was posted to New York ten days later. He originally met his wife Joyce, a Wren, aged 12 when they were both at school, and then met her again years later out in New York. He then stayed with her until she died four years ago aged 93.

After Joyce died, Gordon became lonely and was referred to The Elder Tree, and is now one of the 79 older people in Plymouth who receives regular visits from their Befriending service in their own home. The Elder Tree is a local service, commissioned by the Council, that supports 1200 older people in Plymouth, has 135 volunteers, and provides 78 activities in 49 locations across the city.

Gordon said: “I was happily married to Joyce for 68 years and travelled the world when I was in the Navy, living in Australia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, before moving to London. After Joyce died I moved to Plymouth and was referred to the Elder Tree.

“I would definitely recommend the Befriending service to others, it has made a big difference to my life. Robbie Nairn from Elder Tree comes to see me regularly and because he is also ex-Navy we

Volunteer Robbie Nairn with Gordon Murdoch and Councillor Tuffin

have a lot in common – he is always at the end of the phone if I need him.”

Gordon’s Befriender is Robbie Nairn, who also happens to be the chief executive of the Elder Tree.

Robbie said: “All of us at some point experience loneliness and we all know someone who may be lonely – it could be your father or your grandfather, and not everyone has someone who can look after them.

“That’s why we’re launching this recruitment drive for 50 more volunteers to

join our Befriending service at the Elder Tree so we can help people like Gordon – please do visit our website to find out more about how you can help.”

Councillor Ian Tuffin, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care for Plymouth City Council, said: “We know that loneliness can have a negative impact on people’s health and wellbeing, but we can all do our bit to help. That’s why organisations such as the Elder Tree perform such a valuable service and we can see the difference they have made to the lives of people like Gordon.

“Tackling loneliness also forms an important part of our Wellbeing Hubs agenda, where we plan to have a number of hubs across the city offering services such as social prescribing and signposting to voluntary and community support groups.

“We have pledged to work with charities and social care providers using a whole health and social care systems approach to tackle loneliness and I would urge local people in Plymouth to find out about how they can volunteer for Elder Tree and other local organisations.”

In addition to encouraging volunteering, other ways the council is working with partners to tackle loneliness include: • Using the city's green spaces for community events and getting people active together • Using the Mayflower 400 celebrations to promote volunteering • Working with the Plymouth Octopus Project to develop neighbourhood networks to get people together • Upskilling funeral directors to support people who are bereaved and link them into services Find out more about volunteering opportunities with Elder Tree at www. eldertreeplymouth.co.uk

Police appeal for witnesses after Efford robbery

Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Plymouth.

The incident took place in Blandford Road, Efford at around 8pm on Sunday March 17.

The victim was assaulted and then robbed. The suspect stole a bracelet, and IPhone XS and the victim’s body-warmer jacket before fleeing the area.

The victim, a 19-year-old local man sustained cuts and bruises to his face.

The suspect is described as a white man approximately 6ft tall, wearing a cap, blue Nike jumper and possibly jeans.

Police are appealing for witnesses. Anyone with any information is asked to email 101@dc.police. uk quoting crime reference CR/024044/19.

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Historic pier to get makeover One of Plymouth’s most historically significant waterfront properties is to get a massive makeover as the city heads towards Mayflower 2020.

Work is due to start on the former Piermaster’s House and the Phoenix Wharf Pier to restore and open them up once more to the public.

The Piermaster’s House is the only remaining part of the Baltic Wharf Depot which was the Plymouth emigration centre from 1840 to 1893. The property has been empty since early 2016 and the pier is currently in a dangerous condition and has been fenced off.

Council Leader Tudor Evans said: “This is a piece of our city’s history – this is the last place people stayed in before leaving this city, this country, this continent for ever.

“As many as 400,000 people passed through here, all hoping to start a better life in places such as Canada, America and Australia. These people and this pier is a huge part of the story of Britain’s Ocean City – we need it to look the best it can.”

The property has been openly marketed for lease to the private sector and has attracted developer interest, however the pier needs to be in good condition to enable the Piermaster’s House to be commercially attractive and viable.

A delegated decision is being signed off this week to give the go ahead to the repair and refurbishment of the pier which will turn the former Piermaster’s House into a commercially viable entity, generating revenue to the Council and allow public access to the pier once more.

The wharf was originally used as Plymouth’s Victualling Yard but was vacated by the Ordnance Board in 1835. From around 1840 to 1893 the Baltic Wharf Depot was Plymouth’s Emigration Centre.

In the 1840s emigration was mainly to the United States because the passage was cheapest and opportunities greater. The government created the Colonial Land and Emigration Commissioners in 1840 to encourage emigration with assisted passages to the Cape, Australia and New Zealand.

Depots were originally set up by private contractors but in 1847 the storehouses at Elphinstone Wharf, between Phoenix Wharf and Fisher’s Nose, were made into a Government Emigration Depot.

The depot housed the poor, those driven from Ireland or the western counties by poverty and depression, who were being given assisted passages. Many hundreds of Irish people came to Plymouth from Cork before seeking a better life elsewhere.

Apparently it cost 10s 6d to cross to Plymouth and a further 14 pounds 14s to get to Australia. For just 8 pounds 8s they could get to North America instead.

In 1876 over 10,000 people sailed in 25 ships, and in 1878 there were 15,500 in 100 ships, with a record exodus of 1,800 in a week.

The completion of the South Devon Railway to

Millbay signalled the start of the depot’s demise as a departure point and by 1893 financial problems in America and Australia brought about the end of assisted emigration and the flow of emigrants slowed to a trickle. By the time assisted passages ended around 1893 between 300,000 and 400,000 emigrants had sailed from Plymouth.

In 1897 the Baltic Wharf Depot was converted into the Government Torpedo Depot of the Royal Engineers and the accommodation renamed as Elphinstone Barracks.

Phoenix Wharf was used as a public landing stage since 1895 accommodating ferries to and from Turnchapel including Pleasure Cruisers such as the Western Belle.

The majority of the Wharf buildings were demolished in the 1930s when Madeira Road was constructed, the only remaining building is the former Piermaster’s House and Phoenix Wharf Pier.

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St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth champions campaign to widen access to care

One in four terminally ill people in the UK are known to be missing out on the end of life care they need, according to research by national charity Hospice UK.

That’s why St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth has been joining its counterparts, backing this month’s national Open Up Hospice Care campaign to widen access to this vital support for people with lifelimiting conditions.

While Hospice UK’s nationwide campaign highlights the wideranging provision of hospices, including bespoke care for people who want to be looked after at home, St Luke’s is shining a light on the end of life care needs of one of the most vulnerable groups in society, homeless people.

Along with those who live in remote areas where accessing all kinds of services can be more difficult, the homeless in our community are currently at greater risk of being overlooked when it comes to getting hospice care when they need it. So, in keeping with its ethos of looking after people ‘no matter where’, St Luke’s is spearheading open conversations about the challenges of ensuring its help reaches all who

need it, so that nobody has to die alone, in pain or in distress.

George Lillie, clinical director and deputy chief executive at the charity, said: “St Luke’s is a hospice without walls, and many of those for whom we provide care want to receive it in the place they call home, whether this is a ‘traditional’ setting, or whether they live in a remote area, a care home, a hostel, or even in prison. Terminal illness does not discriminate and neither does hospice care, so it’s important we work closely with the communities we serve to address the challenges so that no-one is left behind.”

While people living on the streets or in hostels often have shorter life expectancy, those with terminal illness may not be known to a GP or other health professionals, so St Luke’s is pioneering work with fellow health and social care providers that can help ensure they are not forgotten at such times.

Specialist nurse Gilly Barringer said: “No-one who needs our care is ever turned away, so we’ve been working closely with charity Shekinah and George House Hostel to gain better understanding of the challenges faced by them and those they support.”

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Specialist nurse Gilly Barringer with Sean Mitchell, manager at George House Hostel

of the city’s 250 beds for homeless people, Gilly comes alongside residents identified as in need of St Luke’s compassionate care.

She said: “Working with hostel staff enables me to build a relationship with the terminally ill person, even if I have to be opportunistic in my approach because often they move from place to place.

“We discuss their care and where they want to be looked after, which for some is within the hostel because that’s what they regard as home.

It’s so important to have these conversations particularly because sometimes, due to drug or alcohol abuse, their care needs can be more complex and deterioration more rapid.

“Working with the person, their GP and hostel staff means together we can put a tailored plan in place to help ensure they’re where they want to be, receiving the high-quality care at end of life.”

Sean Mitchell, manager at George House Hostel, said: “With the support St Luke’s provides, we are better equipped to help terminally ill residents realise their wish of ending their days in a more positive way here, with people they know around them, rather than dying alone in hospital or on the streets.”

Find out more about St Luke’s work in opening up hospice care to everyone who needs it – and how you can help - at www.stlukeshospice.org.uk/openup

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City College appoints new chief

City College Plymouth has appointed a new principal and chief executive officer.

Jackie Grubb, who is currently principal at City of Westminster College, will take up the post in the summer.

The college’s Chair of Governors, Pauline Odulinski, said: “On behalf of the Board I am delighted to announce that, following the very robust recruitment process, we have appointed Jackie Grubb as the new principal and chief executive officer at City College Plymouth.

“She was overwhelmingly the recommendation of those involved in the recruitment process which included staff, students, managers and stakeholders.”

“The Governing Body was unanimous in its decision to appoint Ms Grubb and felt she had all the qualities, skills and experience needed to lead us in the next part of our journey to excellence.

The Board was particularly impressed with Ms Grubb’s excellent track record in leading and managing in both Good and Outstanding organisations.”

Jackie commented that she is looking forward to working at the college: “I am honoured to have been appointed principal and chief executive officer at City College Plymouth and am looking forward to working with such a dedicated team of staff, Governors and stakeholders, to ensure that all students continue to receive an outstanding experience and the college remains at the heart of the community.”

Jackie has a wealth of experience in further education having commenced her career as a lecturer more than 30 years ago. As well as being principal at City of Westminster College, she has been deputy principal at Basingstoke College of Technology, director of curriculum at Swindon College and an additional inspector for Ofsted.

Jackie will take up her post this summer and is keen to spend time at the college before she joins. She will be meeting with local stakeholders when she visits.

Lest We Forget roadshow reveals more First World War treasures

Hand-carved mementoes from prisoners of war and reminders of one of Britain’s infamous defeats in the First World War were all revealed at the final Lest We Forget roadshow.

Plymouth residents came out in force to share the memories of how their forebears had fought and died in the conflict, bringing tales and family heirlooms to be recorded for the next generation.

The final of four national roadshows was hosted at the University of Plymouth on Wednesday 6 March and gave people the chance to have their stories added to the growing Lest We Forget digital archive, a joint project between the Commonwealth War Graves Foundation and the University of Oxford.

Among the items brought in were a handcarved wooden photo frame that had been made for a British soldier by a German prisoner of war he had been guarding. Other visitors had chess sets made by relatives to keep themselves entertained in the trenches alongside letters, photographs and medals.

John Hockaday from Noss Mayo brought along his father’s badge, received in honour of his presence during the Siege of Kut. In 1916 the British-Indian garrison at Kut-al-Amara, in modern-day Iraq, surrendered following a brutal siege from the Ottoman Empire.

Of his dad, John said: “My father was there in the Siege of Kut but because it was considered a failure it never gets talked

about much. But they really went through a lot so we need to remember what happened.

I don't think their story has been told enough and, it being about my father, it's also a personal story to me.”

Alongside the badge, John was able to tell the Lest We Forget volunteers about his own experiences as a young child playing war songs on piano for his father and his surviving comrades, itself a personal reminder of the life after the war for that generation.

Celia Bean from Plymouth said: “I brought along letters from my grandfather's brother. He stayed on after the war and ended up on the airships project where he was later killed. These letters he left behind are a link to the past.

They're also a part of me and who I am. You get a feeling for who someone is when you have something like this and I wanted to share that.”

Max Dutton, assistant historian for CWGC, said: “It’s been fascinating hearing the public’s stories and memories and being able to take a permanent record of them to share with the next generation.

“The people of Plymouth brought along a wonderful variety of photos, medals, letters and some unique artefacts that help build on our understanding of what it was like for those whose lives were touched by the First World War. “The most rewarding part of the Lest We Forget project has been to see the enthusiasm the public has for keeping these stories alive and making sure that collectively we continue to remember the wartime generations.”

A number of volunteer-led Lest We Forget collection days will continue to take place in the coming months and the whole digital archive, made possible thanks to Heritage Lottery Fund, will remain freely accessible at: www.cwgc.org/lest-we-forget

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The £6.5m investment in Home Park will see major improvements to the Mayflower Grandstand, creating a new landmark for Plymouth featuring 5,304 new stadium seats; four fully functional and flexible hospitality spaces, with capacities from 40-440 and outstanding conferencing and events facilities.

The newly launched stadium website, www. homeparkstadium.com showcases the full Home Park experience fans can expect, and reveals details of The Pioneers; the top tier of membership to Club Argyle.

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Popular Peverell pet supplies shop celebrates 20 years in business Bella’s Pet Supplies on Weston Park Road in Peverell has just celebrated its twentieth anniversary.

The business has a large and loyal customer base thanks to the friendly advice given by Keren Delamare, Lizzie Abbott and Tanya Peard.

Keren first opened Bella’s in 1999 and had been successfully running the shop on her own, when her husband Ray suggested that she ask whether a friend, Lizzie Abbott could help run Bella’s.

Keren and Lizzie had met the year prior through Lizzie’s English Bull Terrier puppy named Brodie.

Keren had approached Lizzie as she was taking a City & Guilds course in canine studies and wanted to train and follow the progress of Brodie through the first year of his life.

Training had proven difficult until they’d made the discovery that the puppy was, in fact, deaf, which is a longstanding joke between the pair even now. Men and dogs – they never listen!

Bella’s has had a little reshuffle inside thanks to Tanya who joined the pair six years ago. Her background is predominantly in visual merchandising. Paired with her love for dogs meant that she became a permanent fixture in the shop very quickly too.

As soon as you enter the shop, you can tell that this is a very close-knit team who have a genuine love for the animals they meet and the customers they help to care for their pets.

The walls are covered in pictures of their customer’s furry friends throughout the 20 years that they’ve been open. A special place is reserved on the photo wall for Bella, Keren’s cocker spanielflat coat retriever who has a plaque featured

By Jessica Bennett reading ‘sturdy old crossbreed,’ and who the store is named after.

Keren and Lizzie both have differing specialities that they love to focus on, Lizzie’s being cats in general, and anal glands specifically.

She is also interested in the nutritional side of the foods counteracting problems relating to bad skin and even behavioural issues.

Keren’s passion is behaviour in dogs and wild birds.

It’s clear that these ladies will be able to help with any aspect of pet care, such is their enthusiasm and depth of knowledge, not just for cats and dogs, but also rabbits, hamsters and all sorts of other animals.

It’s a very personal shopping experience with local delivery being offered thanks to Ray. A large variety of foods and treats can be found in the shop including vegan treats, raw foods and also untreated rawhide, along with the usual staples.

Bella’s Keren, Lizzie, and Tanya would like to say a big thank you to their customers, their husbands, and not forgetting their neighbours on Weston Park Road, Celebration Balloons.

They kindly gifted the balloons pictured to celebrate their anniversary and they are being proudly displayed in the shop.

They also want to thank everyone who has supported them over the last 20 years, to keep this independent, local store thriving in today’s market.

Lizzie, Keren and Tanya of Bella’s Pet Supplies celebrating 20 years in business

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'Talking about my mental illness changed my life' Most of us have either suffered with poor mental health or felt helpless watching a loved one or friend struggle. It’s a difficult time for everyone involved, and it can be stressful waiting for support.

Often, empathy from someone who understands first-hand how debilitating and terrifying emotional crisis is can be the much needed relief that helps to manage what’s happening.

Since July last year, Plymouth has had an out of hours drop in service called ‘Head Space’. The service has been commissioned by the NEW Devon Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) as part of their long term plan to improve mental health services in collaboration with Devon & Cornwall Police and mental health professionals.

It is run by Colebrook South West, a charity working with vulnerable people in Plymouth since 1983. It was recognised that evenings and weekends can be especially troubling times for people approaching a mental health crisis. There is little help available and it can be terrifying to try and manage these powerful feelings alone.

Judging by service users’ feedback, it is already a success.

'So helpful to have somewhere safe to come,

really friendly and calm' 'Got somewhere to go now, where people actually listen' 'Really pleased I came here. I have so much to think about. For once I am looking forward to tomorrow' 'I am so grateful you were open on Christmas Day, it’s the first year in a really long time that I didn’t have a suicide attempt' The CCG Mental Health Commissioner said: “It’s been a really exciting service to develop, providing a calm understanding space for people who are experiencing a difficult time in their life.

People don’t need a ‘diagnosis’ or a referral to use the service. It provides a real alternative for people not only reducing demand on services such as the police or A&E but people who have used the service have said it’s a much better experience for them”.

The CCG working with Devon Partnership Trust and Devon County Council has already commissioned services across wider Devon following the success of the Plymouth model and hopes to be able to expand the availability of the Plymouth services.

Dedicated volunteers, who have their own

lived experience, make up a team alongside paid members of staff. Together they offer a nonclinical, safe, calm space to support people who feel they are approaching crisis.

The service currently operates from the Jan Cutting Centre four days a week, but from April the service will be open Wednesday to Sundays 6pm-10pm at the following centres: Wednesday: The Rees Centre, Mudge Way, Plympton PL7 2PS; Thursday and Friday: Four Greens Wellbeing Hub, Whitleigh Green, PL5 4DD; Saturday and Sunday: The Jan Cutting Centre, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, PL2 2PQ People can also phone for support during these hours, or for reassurance before accessing the service on 07890 257614. For email to make an enquiry, or a professional referral, the contact address is headspace@colebrooksw.org Contacting Head Space prior to arrival with any relevant information is useful, but people can just drop in during the above hours.

What to expect Upon arrival a triage system is used (similar to A&E). Some details are taken about you and your situation. The service is completely confidential, and these details help to prove how essential the service is. You will be offered the option of a private 1-2-1 chat; you can take part in some activities in the main area, or just have a warm drink and a snack in a safe and welcoming environment.

Staff will explain to everyone using the service its code of ethics which aim to create a safe space

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and nurture a culture of respect towards each other.

Members of the team have a good understanding of Plymouth’s mental health support systems and services.

They will listen to users and share some of their experiences. There is scope for onward referrals to access further support or signposting toward relevant support groups etc that may be of benefit.

Who is it for?

Adults 18+ who feel they are approaching a mental health crisis.

Carers, concerned friends and family members who want to support someone they care about by encouraging them to talk with someone who understands first-hand how scared, overwhelmed or hopeless they are feeling.

Head Space does not offer therapy or diagnosis and it’s not suitable for those having an acute psychotic episode.

Head Space recognises that in order to help more people, the service will be needed additional nights a week and at different points across the city. More volunteers and donations of games and craft items are needed to make this possible. If you or someone you know has experience of mental health issues and would be willing to share their insight and understanding to help others, we encourage them to find out more.

A volunteering application form is available from www.colebrooksw.org/head-space/ To find out more contact the team on 01752 563492, on Facebook @HeadSpacePlymouth or email:headscount@colebrooksw.org

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Walking for wellbeing with Active For All

When it comes to improving someone’s life, the Active For All service has done wonders for Lucy Hay.

Plymothian Lucy was struggling with mental health problems just two years ago when her support worker encouraged her to try Active For All’s Walking Group.

“I stayed in a lot, was shy, unconfident and had anxiety about meeting people,” said Lucy. “My mental health was not good and along with depression I had paranoid thoughts. I also have Aspergers.”

All this meant that Lucy was stuck in a trap, feeling incapable of going out to do the kinds of activities that would help alleviate some of the effects of her problems.

She made the crucial first step with the help of her support worker, and started to go along on the waterfront walks organised by the Walking Group.

Although she was welcomed, she found the first few walks were a challenge as it took a while to overcome her shyness. The walking helped to boost her wellbeing and confidence, and soon she was enjoying

herself a lot more.

“The walks benefit people in a number of ways,” said Larissa Milden, manager of Active For All. “The physical activity, especially on the brisk walks, gets all the right

hormones and endorphins flowing to give an emotional boost. Then there’s the social aspect; people naturally start to chat when they walk and find it easier than just sitting in a room or other social setting.”

It worked for Lucy – after a while, the walk

leaders saw such an improvement in her wellbeing that they suggested she become a volunteer, helping others to make the same improvements in their quality of life.

She readily accepted, and over the next few months she went on courses and eventually became an accredited Walk Leader.

As well as finding confidence socially, Lucy has overcome anxieties about using public transport. “I have a brilliant support worker from ‘Steps’, Karen, who has helped me so much with that,” she said. “I’m now getting out and about more, using buses to get around to places I could not go.

“I love helping people,” she said, “I know that if you keep going and don’t give up, things can get better. Even if you go back a step or two, just keep going, there’s always hope if you keep trying.”

Lucy’s positive attitude is infectious, she has a ready grin and an outlook on life that is an encouragement to newcomers to the Walking Group. She leads some of the three walks a week, ranging from gentle (which is accessible for wheelchair users, too), through moderate to the brisk walks.

Active for All’s aim is to support people with disabilities and long term health conditions to get active. Their local community activities are open for everyone aged 18+, and include boccia (like seated bowling), football and walking – all geared towards helping people to have fun, improve health, meet new people and find something to do regularly and enjoy.

Taster sessions are arranged with instructors in a range of other physical activities, and there’s also a Buddying Service if you feel you need to build your confidence when trying out something new – it’s sometimes easier if you can take someone friendly with you to begin with.

Active For All is provided by Improving Lives Plymouth, the Plymouth charity that helps over 17,000 people every year with a range of health and wellbeing services, as well as volunteering opportunities and advice about money and benefits.

To find out more, or get involved, call 01752 201891, or visit www.improvinglivesplymouth. org.uk.

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The one tonne bearing

Council leader Tudor Evans was on hand to see the bearing winched into place

Vital footbridge to re-open in next few weeks

Two years after it originally closed, the Sutton Harbour footbridge is set to re-open in the next few weeks.

The closure of the footbridge over the Sutton Harbour lock led to a wrangle over responsibility for repairs between Sutton Harbour Holdings and the Environment Agency.

Agreement was eventually reached in December 2017 for the £250,000 cost of the repair of the custom-built footbridge to be shared between Plymouth City Council, the Environment Agency and Sutton Harbour Holdings. The repairs were commissioned and co-ordinated by city council engineers.

It was initially hoped repairs would complete by the end of summer 2018 but because the repair is a highly complex process owing to the bespoke nature of the footbridge, a new bearing has to be manufactured especially for the bridge turntable.

There were only two specialist contractors worldwide capable of providing the specific bearing required, which eventually arrived from the manufacturers in the United States earlier this month. It had taken several months to manufacture.

The one tonne bearing, measuring 1.5 metres in diameter, was flown into Luton airport and then transported to contractors premises in the South West.

Now contractors have set up a compound on side and the bearing has been craned into the middle section of the lock bridge so that engineers can start working on the installation.

Council Leader Tudor Evans said: “This is not an easy job. I don’t mind saying it’s tense. This bearing weighs a tonne and once in place, will act like a turntable. The inner ring of the bearing has to be attached to the underside of the footbridge, while the outer ring has to be attached to the foundation plinth.

“This footbridge is so important to Plymouth and to business in the waterfront area as well as residents".

The lock is currently open to marine traffic and most of the work – which is expected to take a number of weeks – will take place without any impact on the boats getting in and out of Sutton Harbour.

Testing the mechanism as well as ensuring all the electronics and hydraulics also work with the new bearing may create some minor disruption but the contractors will be asked to work within specific time frames and harbour users will be kept informed.

The pedestrian footbridge across Sutton Lock was fitted more than 20 years ago as part of the installation of the harbour lock gates.

The lock gate’s main function is to manage flood risk and allow marine traffic, including fishing boats and leisure boats, to enter Sutton Harbour.

The bridge was closed to pedestrians after the old bearing failed meaning the turntable could not operate. The lock gates remain fully operational to enable fishing boats and leisure boats to access the harbour.

Brenda’s role is champion at Morrison’s Brenda Hatherall has been with Morrison’s for 20 years, and for the last three she has been the Community Champion for the Outland Road store.

In that role, she recently presented pupils from Mayflower Primary School with a hamper of books, to mark World Book Day in March. As well as the hamper given to Mayflower School, Shakespeare School and Pennycross also benefited.

The smiling faces of the children show just how much this meant to them!

Over the last three years, Brenda has organised events to raise more than £32,000 for local community charities.

She insists that it’s not all her own work, though: “It’s everyone in the store really, all the staff, as well as our customers,” said Brenda.

Helen Kelly, people manager at Morrison’s Outland Road, affirmed Brenda’s efforts wholeheartedly. “I’m fairly new here,” she said, “but it’s obvious that her engaging personality

Brenda Hatherall with children from Shakespeare School

and interpersonal skills make her the ideal choice for one of our Community Champions. She’s passionate about this, and it’s outstanding how much she has done. She has lots of innovative ideas, too.”

One of those ideas was to have a ‘water and wine’ challenge, where visitors to the store made a donation and then

had chance to choose a wrapped bottle from a counter containing lots of bottles – a few were wine, the rest were water.

Whether people were lucky winners or not, they enjoyed the challenge and it was one of many such ideas that have helped raise money, especially for Morrison’s chosen charity CLIC Sargent, the UK’s leading cancer charity for children, young people and their families.

On World Cancer Day, Brenda’s efforts raised £4,600 from raffles, cake sales and booksales.

That was the Brenda at highest amount raised Mayflower School in Morrison’s stores nationwide – a remarkable achievement and a clear sign that Brenda’s doing a great job and the people of Plymouth have generous hearts!

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A man who walked the talk THE

By Chris Cole, founder of Cross Rhythms

Experience

I remember sitting in a large field on a sunny day in August in the early 1990s with a few thousand Greenbelt Festival goers listening to a motor bike riding, leather-clad preacher from Australia share the most authentically spiritual and powerful message on personal identity and value and the meaning of life I had ever heard.

It was so powerful that we play a recording of this condensed message on Cross Rhythms radio and affiliate stations around the world virtually every day.

Reverend John Smith died in early March this year at the age of 76. He had the opportunity to at least finish a documentary about his incredible life since he had wrestled with cancer for almost 19 years. As with anything about his life he was a fighter, not for self, but for others. On the occasional times we connected they were always life changing and inspiring for me.

His most famous book was called ‘On the Side of the Angels’ and he was regarded as the pastor of many outlaw motorbike riding clubs including the Melbourne Chapter of the Hell’s Angels. He would bury and marry their members; from these folks - considered by many to be on the margins of society - he gained a grudging respect because he ‘walked the talk’.

John started his ministry in the sixties and seventies which some have considered the most culturally diverse and challenging Chris Cole decades of the last century in the western world. They used to say that you could tell if you were a child of the swinging sixties, because if you were there, you probably couldn’t remember it. In other words, for many, it was a crazy time.

He was a product of the phenomenon known as the Jesus People Movement revival of the sixties and seventies which birthed the different genres of contemporary and worship music you can listen to on our radio stations and online today. However, John came from a completely different background. He was very conservative and a school teacher, but a teacher with a great deal of compassion. The story is too complex for this article, but he ended up, motivated by love of Jesus Christ ministering to the outlaw communities as Jesus had done with the lepers of His day in Israel.

John and his wife Glena have left a legacy which will grow and grow because it wasn’t initiated by them, but their love of Christ. Like ripples

in a pond their spiritual influence will continue to grow, flourish and bear much fruit as does the Kingdom of God, which is described in the biblical book of Isaiah: “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.”

John is at peace now. He has run a faithful race. He didn’t do it in an attitude of self-righteousness, but in acknowledgement that his life was undergirded and led through the grace and genuine love of His saviour, Jesus Christ. When you listen to our programmes and you hear his voice, know that John, deep within his heart, ‘walked the talk’.

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Pam Greenwood presents the cheque to Hannah Whiting of Friends and Families of Special Children

Lions Club is helping local charities A number of local charities and individuals have received donations from the Lions Club of Plymouth.

Friends and Families of Special Children received £300 towards its work in Plymouth. The charity raises funds for the whole family to participate in activities together, such as 10 pin bowling or a trip to a leisure park, alongside other families in the same situation. They can support each other and enjoy an outing or event together. It can provide a valuable form of respite for the families.

Life with a child with special needs in the family can be challenging, exhausting and isolating. It can also be lots of fun, and Friends and Families help to enable this.

Clive Pattison and three companions have received £200 towards their fund raising for Meningitis Resarch, because of his son’s close call with the illness. Clive and the team will be competing in the ‘The Wacky Rally’ which starts on July 5 in Lille, France and finishes in Barcelona three days later, by converting a Saab95 estate into a tank with working turret and operating water cannon. They have registered the team as ‘Green Army 1’ because of his son’s avid support for Plymouth Argyle.

Meanwhile £200 has been pledged to the mother of Corgan, an eight year old local deaf boy to help her acquire Level 3 British Sign Language. The fees for this are about £1000 and the Lions already gave him a special laptop some years ago.

Future fund raising events by the Lions include Sponsored Knitting at Emmanuel Church Hall, Mannamead on April 13. The aim of the event is to be sponsored to knit as many squares as possible within a given time period.

At a later date, the squares are sewn together and distributed to retirement or nursing homes and individuals within the Plymouth area. The event will be open from 10am until 4pm, with music, a free lunch and refreshments available.

This year’s Dartmoor Walk will be held on July 7, starting and finishing at Wotter Village Hall. Teams of all ages and abilities can join the walk to raise money for their own charity and local Lion’s charities.

For further information on this event please contact Lion David Turvey on 01752 772 536 or dpturvey16@gmail.com The Lions Club of Plymouth always welcome new members, should you feel you would like to become involved in raising funds for the Local Community and National/International disasters, please contact the Membership Secretary, Lion Lionel Marsh on 01752 345 623 email: lionel.marsh@btinternet.com

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ARCHITECTS

J & M ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN House & Building plans Extensions • Conversions • Alterations Planning & Building regulation applications Fast & efficient service 01752 936125 07745 392764 jjmmdesign@yahoo.co.uk • www.jmdesign.org.uk BLINDS

UK Blinds Plymouth Ltd We won’t be beaten on price or choice!

Comprehensive Range of Styles & Fabric Free Measuring, Quotation & Fitting Discounts for Multiple Blinds 01752 300923 | 07765 033470 www.ukblindsplymouth.co.uk

BUILDERS D HEWLETT GENERAL BUILDERS • All general household maintenance work undertaken • • No job too small • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Plastering • • Carpentry & joinery • Guttering • Windows • Bricklaying • • Bedrooms • Facias • Driveways • Patios • Decking • Call Derek on 07967 233257 or 01752 777578

T.CLARKE BUILDING & ROOFING PROPERTY MAINTENANCE All jobs done from a slipped slate to house renovation.

Trading Standards approved and Buy With Confidence Member Tel: 01752 267507 - Mob: 07967150441 tclarkebuilders@outlook.com

CARPENTERS ALLWOOD INSTALLATIONS Trading Standards approved company Bespoke joinery • doors • staircases • bars Box frame windows • counters • PCstations.

Kitchens Bedrooms Bathrooms.

All associated plumbing,electrical & tiling Tel 07704448835 www.allwoodinstallations.co.uk 01752348648 allwoodinstallations@icloud.com

MALCOLM WILLS • COMPLETE CARPENTRY SERVICE All aspects of carpentry repairs, refurbishment, new work, doors, flooring and alterations, shelving and storage Call for estimate.

07599 888841 • 01752 255154 malcolmwills2017@outlook.com CARPETS

EXMINSTER CARPETS

Carpets - Rugs Complete fitting service - Free estimates Large Showroom (5-7 Byard Close, PL5 2AQ) Tel 01752 361 096

www.exminstercarpets.co.uk

ELECTRICIANS GIFFORD ENERGY & ELECTRICAL LTD

DOMESTIC AND COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL SERVICES. SOLAR INSTALLATION, SERVICE AND REPAIRS 42 Gifford Terrace Road, Plymouth PL3 4JE Tel 01752 249543 Mob 07891 909846 email info@giffordenergy.com

R.C. Electrical - Ryan Cross

Fully qualified ‘Approved Electrician’ Which? Trusted Trader & Reviews on Yell.com • Over 17 years experience • FREE quotes •

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RDJ Electrics, a committed and reliable

electrician in the Plymouth area.

All domestic work covered from an extra socket to a complete re-wire.

Get in touch for a free quote!

07983 554526 • www.RDJ-electrics.co.uk ross@RDJ-electrics.co.uk • www.facebook.com/rdjelectrics

ROWE NET - Electrical & Home Automation

Do you find it hard to get someone to come and do a small job?

• Fully Insured • Fully Qualified Electrician • NIC EIC Reigstered • No job too small or big • Free Quotations • Reasonably Priced • Satisfaction Guaranteed

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STEVE ELECTRICAL Fully qualified and insured electrician • Free estimates/no call-out fees • all electrical work considered • Over 20 years experience • Friendly, local, family run business • NICEIC cert • Rewires • Certification for minor or major work Very competitive prices/ high quality work.

Will beat all other reasonable quotes.

• Call Steve 07894 208842

FENCING & DECKING

Absolute Fencing & Decking Ltd The No. 1 Fencing & Decking Company in Plymouth

Specialists in Fencing • Decking • Gates • Patios

07494 575140 • info@fencedevon.com www.fencedevon.com See our Facebook page for examples

GARAGE DOOR SERVICES PLYMPTON & SOUTH HAMS GARAGE DOORS – Local family business; repairs and servicing, new garage door installations, remote electric operators for new and existing doors, electric gate automation, electric/manual roller shutters.

Free estimates and surveys. Tel 01752 348488 www.psgdoors.co.uk

GARDEN & LANDSCAPING

01752 341613 www.evglimited.co.uk

• Tree removal • Tree & hedge reduction • Stump grinding • Turfing • Hedge trimming • Grass cutting • Clearances • All aspects of fencing • Tarmacing, block paving & resin bond • Landscaping • Decking • Retaining walls • Construction • Hardwood logs delivered

Free quotations, fully insured

MDN Tree and Garden Services Tree Surgery Hedging Fencing and Soft Landscaping mdntreeservices@outlook.com 07984296871 or 01752 851032 R.J.B GARDEN SERVICES LTD GARDEN MAINTENANCE, HEDGE & GRASS CUTTING, LANDSCAPING Tel: 01752 319510 Mob: 07985 040658 Email: rjbgardenservice@gmail.com Find us on Facebook RJB Garden Services Ltd

ROB'S LANDSCAPES Landscaping AND GROUND MAINTENANCE IN PLYMOUTH AND THE SURROUNDING AREA Landscaping • Gardening • Natural Stone Walling • Fencing • Gates Block & Brick Walls • Patios • Decking • Ground Maintenance • Block Driveways Pressure Washing • Turfing Artificial Grass • Chainsaw License Free estimates • 18 yrs experience • Find us on Facebook

07506 739819

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GUTTERING

TOTALLY GUTTERED BLOCKED, BROKEN OR DIRTY GUTTERS? Domestic & Commercial, High Level Gutter Vacuum (up to 4 Storey) Prompt, Efficient Service from a Local Family Business Call on 07467 297363

LOCKSMITH All Hours Locksmith - 24 hr Locksmith • Lockouts • Lock Changing/Fitting • Specialist UPVC Door & Window Repairs • Replacement Glass • Free Quotes 17 Ivydale Road, Mutley, Plymouth, PL4 7DE Tel 01752 516877 Mob 07989 599969

MOBILITY AID WLS STAIRLIFTS RECONDITIONED FROM £749 NEW FROM £1349 RENTALS FROM £52 PER MONTH

Mob 07887587957 Office 01752212136

OVEN CLEANING SERVICES

GREENS OVEN CLEANS Let me give your oven a new lease of life Call Trevor on 07501 645208 trevgreen4@gmail.com Fully Insured

PAINTERS & DECORATORS ERB PAINTING & DECORATING

Decorating internal & external • Plastering Renovations • Flooring • General maintenance Garden decking & fencing • Friendly & reliable Tel: 01752 559753 Mob: 07796 961036 email: ellis-ball@hotmail.co.uk

S.G.F Decorating Services Plastering & Decorating Specialist Painting - Plastering - Wallpaper - Interior & Exterior Work - Over 30 years experience C.S.C.S Registered - Friendly & Reliable 07859 804389 stevefull@live.co.uk

PLASTERING A R PLASTERING & BUILDING From a small repair to the whole house All Internal & External Work undertaken • Plastering • Rendering • Building work • Decorating • Damp proofing • Tiling • and more Free estimates call Alex on 07904755491 MJB PLASTERING

• Internal & External • Reliable • Clean • High quality service at affordable prices Mat Bradley - Time served Tradesman Tel: 07716 728258 Home: 01752 211649 mjb-plastering@hotmail.co.uk STEVE BENNETT PLASTERING Internal/External Plastering • Spar Dash Specialist • Insurance Work Welcome • UPVC Facias, Soffits and Guttering • Property Maintenance • Painting/Decorating • Coving

Prompt Polite Friendly Service • No Job Too Small • Free Estimates

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PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES

B Williams Plumbing and Heating Reliable plumber no job too small from tap washers to central heating systems. Free quotes gas safe registered. No call out charge, recommendations can be given. 07971572632 www.bw-plumbing.co.uk MIKE JARVIS PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES All plumbing, heating and gas work undertaken • Servicing, installation and repair • Gas Safe • • No job too small • 24 hour emergency call out • VAILLANT approved installer Tel 01752 778440 Mob 07875136429

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T.R.B Heating - Trevor Bryant

Full Heating Systems • Boiler Exchanges • Fire and Fireplace Installations • Complete Kitchen & Bathroom Design and Installation • Former British Gas Heating Installer • Gas Safe Registered Special offer on servicing boilers £50 (T&C Apply) 0790 6706 799 www.trbheating.co.uk trbheating@live.co.uk

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

One Call Maintenance

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REMOVALS A M Removals Man & Van Service Plymouth Single items to full house moves 1 or 2 men available Fully insured Local/national work 07845735818 • 01752930301 www.amremovalsplymouth.co.uk

ROOFING

DEVONSHIRE ROOFING SERVICES

All aspects of roofing work undertaken, from repairs and maintenance to full restoration and new build projects.

Pitched or flat roofs • GRP (fibreglass) •lead-work uPVC Fascias & guttering • Roof-lights • Fully insured A fast & friendly service. Competitive rates.

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LES PIKE • Emergency roof repair specialist • Concrete tiles • Natural slate • Lead valleys • Flashings All building & construction work undertaken.

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WASTE REMOVAL

KSR Licensed Disposal REMOVAL OF WASTE Cheap rates for OAPs, For a FREE Estimate, CALL Kevin: 07810 450940

J&S RUBBISH REMOVALS House/Loft/Garage/Garden Clearances Licence carriers. Discount for OAPs. Free estimates Call Steve today to take it away Tel: 01752 600570 Mob: 07929000918 info@js-rubbish-removals.co.uk

WINDOWS & DOORS

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Your guide to community events in your area Central Library Rhymetime Mondays, 11am - 11.30am Wednesdays, 11am - 11.30am Thursdays, 2pm - 2.30pm Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers.

Libraries also run regular story times for the under 5s.

Memory Café Mondays, 10am - 12pm Drop in for a reminiscence, arts and crafts, singing or to see a friendly face and have a cuppa.

Family History Help Desk Mondays, 2.30pm - 4.30pm Drop in for help and advice with tracing your family tree.

Work Club Tuesdays, 10am - 12pm Thursdays, 10am - 12pm Fridays, 10am - 12pm Get help with searching for jobs, CVs, basic IT skills, interviews and more.

Gadget Drop In Tuesdays, 2pm - 3.30pm Get tips and advice on how to make the most of iPads, tablets, smartphones, e-readers and more. Find out how to use your library card to download free eBooks and magazines.

Feel Better with a Book Tuesdays, 2pm - 3.30pm Enjoy the power of great novels, stories and poems read aloud in a small friendly group.

Chatterbooks First Wednesday of the month Chatterbooks are reading groups for children aged 8 and 12.

Hello World - Coding and Making Thursdays, 4pm - 5.30pm After school club for anyone interested in coding and digital making. For 8 to 13 year olds.

Board Games Evening Thursdays, 5pm - 7pm Drop in for an evening of gaming in a family friendly space. There will be games available, but feel free to bring your own.

IT for Beginners Fridays, 2pm - 3pm, 3.30pm - 4.30pm Aimed at beginners, find out what you can do online by signing up to ‘Learn My Way’. Staff will be on hand to help.

Peverell Library Lego Club Tuesdays, 3.30pm - 4.30pm The Lego is supplied, you supply the imagination and building skills. For ages 5+. Booking required.

Rhymetime Mondays, 2pm - 2.30pm Fridays, 11am - 11.30am Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers.

Libraries also run regular story times for the under 5s. Booking needed, phone 01752 305633 Efford Library Rhymetime Tuesdays, 10.30am - 11am Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers.

Libraries also run regular story times for the under 5s.

Work Club Thursdays, 10am - 12pm Get help with searching for jobs, CVs, basic IT skills, interviews and more.

Book Club Monthly, third Wednesday of the month Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each month there will be a different book to read and discuss.

Peverell Painters We are a group of people who meet to paint. No pressure, use any medium (mostly watercolour used) you provide all your own materials, and we take turns

providing subjects, but do your own thing if wanted.

Good, warm, light venue at Hope Baptist Church, Peverell, Plymouth. Cost for new artists £3 per week when attending for the first term, then join and pay upfront from then on for 10 week terms. We have an occasional tutor and pay accordingly if attending on that day. For any other details 01752 231139 answerphone on. NB Text return only to mobiles.

Community Drop In A new community drop in session at Onward House 55 Greenbank Road Plymouth PL4 8PE, Thursdays 1-30 to 4 pm starting from 3rd May 2018. to include community information and creative activities All enquiries tel 07722308462.

Craft Club Wednesdays Friends of Ford Park Cemetery in the Northey Rooms from 11am to 3pm. Gift stall available. Visitors welcome to join in the craft making or just go along and visit. The club meets throughout the year.

Scottish Country Dancing Every Monday from 7.30 until 10 at Trinity United Reformed Church, Torr Lane Hartley. £3 an evening including a cup of tea and biscuits. We are a really friendly group and beginners are very welcome. You do not need a partner just soft shoes and a sense of humour. For further details contact Valerie on 01752 220241 or Mary on 01752 338785.

52nd Plymouth Scouts Mondays at Lipson Young people enjoy physical and mental challenges, and help in society. Age 6-8 at 5-6pm, Age 8-10 at 5.30-7pm, Age 10-14 at 7-8.30pm. www.52ndplymouthscouts.org.uk Contact 52ndplymouthscouts@gmail.com or 07999338959 Red ZUMBA for the More Mature Zumba for over 50’s (low impact). Every Monday afternoon 2pm to 3pm, at Pennycross Methodist Church, Pridham Lane, Peverell. Call in any Monday for a free taster, or call Elaine Foster 0779 1778671.

Tots Time - St. Jude’s Mondays during term-time From 9.30 to 11.30 in the Upper Hall at St Jude’s Church on Beaumont Road, babies and toddlers are welcome with their carers at £1.50 per session. Tots Time provides toys, craft, snacks, drinks, singing, etc.

For more details phone 078604573727.

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Every Monday Compton Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Group for young people aged 14 to 23 years. Meet 7.30pm at Compton Methodist Church. Details 01752 706056.

Arrows Kids Club Thursdays Held at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall every Thursday in term time. 6.30pm-8pm for all children aged 7-11 years. (Please note the Drake Circus Mall opposite the church is open till 8pm on Thursdays) Games, Craft, tuck shop, Bible stories, lots of fun.

Only 50p per week.

Lipson Lions Junior Hockey Club Training every Wednesday 6pm until 7pm at Lipson Community College. Currently need players of all age groups and ability particularly girls. Age groups 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9. First two visits are free. Go along and try it. Details from Samantha on 0790 555 2318.

Pennycross Sequence Dance Club Meets at the Holy Family Church Hall, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth. Mondays 6.30pm beginners class with step by step instruction. 7.45pm sequence dance. Fridays at 7.30pm for sequence dance.

Baby & Toddler Group Every Friday Lipson Vale Primary School between 9.15am and 10.30am. New families welcome. Please call Kate Timothy or Elaine Bromhead on 01752 224801.

Trinity Art Group Thursdays We are a small group of experienced artists who enjoy meeting and sharing our talents. We meet every week (ring for dates) at Trinity URC, Tor Lane, Hartley from 7pm to 9pm. If you are a beginner

MTV Music Week extravaganza MTV is returning to Plymouth this summer with a four-day music extravaganza.

Running from June 5 to 8, MTV Music Week will see a huge range of acts perform in the city at live evening shows, along with inspirational daytime events targeted at young people with a passion for music.

Supported by Plymouth City Council, MTV will host four exciting evening events at venues across the city: • MTV Push on Wednesday June 5 at The Treasury • MTV Presents on Thursday June 6 at Plymouth Pavilions • YO! MTV Raps on Friday June 7 at The Hub • Club MTV on Saturday June 8 at Plymouth Pavilions The impressive line-up so far includes: Ghetts, Jvck James, Pale Waves, RAY BLK, R3WIRE & VARSKI, Snoochie Shy and The Amazons with more acts and speakers due to be announced in the coming weeks.

MTV Breaks will also be presenting a series of free daytime events including talks, panels and workshops focusing on everything from networking skills, inclusion and social influencers to UK rap music and women in music.

The Amazons Photo: Alex Lake

Music fans can also sign up for a DJ workshop at The Hub and speed networking events to meet music industry professionals.

Following on from MTV Crashes Plymouth and MTV Presents: Ocean City Sounds, MTV Music Week Plymouth marks a new direction for the Plymouth showcase, focused on curated events relevant to young fans, in addition to live music events.

Councillor Tudor Evans, Leader of Plymouth City Council said: “We’re passionate about supporting music in Plymouth and excited to be working with MTV to bring such

and would like to explore the enjoyable pastime of painting in watercolour or acrylics we could offer some assistance. We also welcome all levels of proficiency as our aim is to enjoy our time painting with time to socialise over a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit, all for £2.50 each night. Details Dave Crawford 01752 215179 Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers Wednesdays Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers meet at the Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Judes, Plymouth Sequence Tea Dance 2pm to 4pm. Everyone welcome.

For information contact Frank and Janice Stanley on 01752 881557.

Karate Club Mondays For those aged 11 years and over at Trinity United Reform Church, Tor Lane, Hartley between 6pm and 7.15pm. Details 07967 313285.

Coffee mornings Last Wednesday of the month Run by the Highbury Trust Community Support Service, Outland Road between 10.30am and 12.30pm.

All members of the public welcome to attend. For details 01752 753711 Plymouth Croquet Club Hartley Park Reservoir, Mannamead Road. New members welcome. Equipment and tuition available.

For further information contact Plymouth 666801.

Plymouth Karate Academy Various dates Based in Faraday Mill Cattedown the club is managed

by Sensei Stuart Hick (4thDan), Sensei Jon Eaton (3rdDan) and Senpai Luke Irving (2ndDan). With more than 45 years combined experience all of the instructors are DBS checked, and teach Shotokan karate. With many advantages to learning karate, instructors teach traditional skills and self-defence with genuine applications to modern day situations.

Students often say that they feel self-confident; have

an amazing range of genres to the city.

“Our ongoing relationship with MTV is just one of the ways we’re working to protect and build Plymouth’s amazing music scene.

“This new format is really exciting for anyone in Plymouth interested in breaking into the music industry with the daytime workshops giving a unique chance to meet and learn from talented industry professionals, in addition to the four spectacular live music events for all music fans to enjoy.”

For more info visit www. mtvmusicweek.co.uk.

increased discipline, improved fitness levels and co-ordination. But above all, they all agree its great value for money, and a fun and a fantastic way to meet new friends no matter what age you are.

Tuesday /Thursday Kids only Karate class 6.15- 7pm; Tuesday/Thursday Adult Beginners - Intermediate - Advanced from 7pm onwards ; Saturday Morning class Kids Karate class 10am onwards. For more info: Stuart Hick 07970379268 or stuart.hick@ plymouthkarateacademy.co.uk Stonehouse History Group Third Saturday of the month Meet from 10am to 1pm at Oasis Café, Manor Street, Stonehouse. Meetings include walks, workshops, guest speakers, films and presentations¬†and much more.¬†Every month will be different. Please consider coming along and joining us and to help establish the membership of the group. Tea and Coffee will be available. For more information visit www.facebook.com/100HomesStonehouse/ Painting Drop-in Sessions Fridays Practice watercolour and acrylic painting at informal and friendly drop-in sessions from 2pm-4pm. Union Corner on Union St. Contact: Robert Turner on 07597 267421.

Tamar Valley Country and Line Dance Club Last Sunday of month New club at Hyde Park Social Club 7pm to 10pm.

There is always a live act of country music, lovely floor, really friendly club, great atmosphere, bar available. Please note May event is on May 19. £7 on the door phone Yvonne 07885254042 for more details Keep Fit Classes Wednesdays Jackie Hamlin’s ladies keep fit class Wednesdays 10.15am - 11.15am or 6pm - 7pm at Hyde Park Social Club KFA registered, insured, low fees. Contact Jackie on 01752 672685. All proceeds to Alzheimer’s Society.

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Waterfront Writers Fridays Meet every Friday during term time at The Swarthmore Education Centre, Mutley Plain 1pm to 3pm. Anyone who wishes to share or listen to poetry and prose is welcome. Visit www.waterfrontwriters.org.uk for more information.

Laira Youth Brass Band Thursdays The City’s premier youth brass band meets at Woodford Methodist Church (next to the school) on Thursdays from 7.15 to 8.45 pm. Open to all youngsters from age eight upwards. Contact Tony Hollick on 01752 216784 for details.

Disney Magic will be coming to Plymouth

Celtic Music with a Twist Every First Thursday Kitty O’Hanlon’s, 9pm. Three Strand Minstrels play lively Celtic acoustic music at Kitty O’Hanlon’s.

Mini Matts Parents & Toddler Group Mondays St Matthias Church Hall on the corner of Clifton Street & Bedford Park. 1.30pm to 3pm £1 per family per session. (during term time).

Tennis Club Mannamead Tennis Club, Eggbuckland Rd welcomes new members. 4 hard courts and 2 grass courts.

Coaching available. Contact info@mannamead.org.uk or phone 773652.

Pennycross Friendship Group Thursdays The group meet every Thursday at 2pm in the Pennycross Methodist Church, Pridham Lane off Beauchamp Road, Peverell. Interesting speakers and outings. New members always welcome. For details 01752 362099.

Modern Sequence Dancing Tuesdays and Wednesdays Sequence dancing for all.

Further details 01752 493311.

Mums and Babies Tuesdays in term time Mums and Babies is a support group for mums with babies from birth to eight months old. Come and meet other new mums and enjoy being spoilt by our sympathetic leaders with tea, coffee, biscuits and a listening ear. £2 a session. We meet at Hope Baptist Church Hall, Peverell Corner, Plymouth from 1pm to 2.30pm. For more information ring the church office on 01752 708090.

Al-Anon Family Groups Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? A fellowship to help families and friends of alcoholics.

Local meetings. Confidential Helpline 020 7403 088 www.al-anonuk.org.uk Keep Fit Classes Wednesdays 10.15am - 11.15am and 6pm - 7pm Hyde Park Social Club.

KFA registered, insured, low fees.Details 01752 672685.

Sequenced Dance Saturdays St Gabriels Church Hall, Hyde Park 7.30pm to 10pm Toddler Group Thursdays Plymouth Christian Centre 9.30am to 11 am, term time only £1.50 per family. Contact Liz Crudgington on 661019 for details or see the www. plymouthchristiancentre.org

Disney will be sprinkling its magic across Britain’s Ocean City in September 2020, with the inaugural visit of the Disney Magic cruise liner.

The Disney Magic is over 300 metres long and can accommodate more than 2,800 passengers, which will make her one of the biggest cruise ships to ever visit Plymouth when she arrives on September 7 2020. This has been made possible thanks to support from Destination Plymouth, Plymouth City Council and Associated British Ports (ABP) Plymouth.

The visit of the Disney Magic is expected to attract a huge amount of attention - when she made her first visit to other UK ports, such as Liverpool, huge crowds turned out to see the ship. As she will be anchored in Plymouth Sound, the Hoe will provide the perfect viewing point for those wanting to catch a glimpse.

Passengers on board will land at both Millbay and Commercial Wharf on the Barbican via tenders. For over a year, local companies and attractions have been working in partnership with ABP Plymouth, Cattewater Harbour Commissioners and the Queens Harbour Master, as well as Plymouth Boat Trips, to develop proposals for shore excursions in and around the city.

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to 11.30am free; Tuesday Art for all: try out a new skill 10am to 12 noon Tuesday Coffee morning; Thursday morning Spreadsheets and other computer skills; Thursday 10am to 12 noon art group; Thursday 2.30pm to 4.30pm Brush up on English; Friday afternoon 1.30pm to 4pm Job Club; First Friday of the month 4.30pm to 6pm Messy Church.

Line Dancing Tuesday evenings.

All levels, from beginner to advanced. 99 per cent country music. Very friendly club. Pennycross Methodist Church Hall, Beauchamp Rd Peverell Tel: Mike 07854 699683 Rainbow Singers Saturdays Come and join our happy band of rainbow singers sharing singing, fellowship and prayer. We meet at St Gabriel’s Church at 10.15 am most Saturdays. For more information please call 01752 262600.

Weekly Bingo Thursdays Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Jude’s 7pm.

Entrance £1. Tea and biscuits 20p. Draw tickets on sale. Rainbow Group Tuesdays Prince Rock Dog Training Club The group meets at Mount Gould Church from 4.45pm Puppies to adult classes, obedience training, to 5.45pm for girls aged from five to six and a half. For socialisation. St James the Less Church Hall, Ham more information contact 07913697767 Drive; on Monday and Tuesday evenings, from 7.15pm.

More details phone 01752 772411.

Fitness and Fun Touch Rugby Wednesdays Central Park Rugby Pitches 6.45pm-7.45pm OPM Rugby is the official Touch Rugby club for Plymouth.

Come along and enjoy a great welcome. No rugby experience required. Have fun, get fit and make new friends. More details phone Ernie on 07809 209571 or www.opmrugby.com.

Regular events at Oasis, Stonehouse Monday and Tuesday Basic Computer course 9.30am

Sequence Dancing for All Saturdays St Gabriel’s Church Hall, Hyde Park Peverell, 7.30pm to 10pm. With tea and biscuits. Everyone welcome.

Central Park Dog Walkers Association Daily Meet at 10am and 2pm every day at the Golf Cafe near Plymouth Life Centre. Very friendly and informal. For help and advice for all ages.

Beavers, Cubs and Scouts Thursdays

Destination Plymouth, said: “We have been working very hard over the past three years in the cruise market, supported by Cruise Britain and with funding from Visit England, to encourage cruise vessels to come to Plymouth.

“This visit is particularly exciting for us both in terms of the amount and type of passengers visiting but also in terms of developing our relationship with the Disney Cruise brand.

“Over the next 12 months our cruise liner volunteers will be receiving extra support including additional training, new uniforms and a new base to work from so they are ready to provide the very best possible port welcome in 2020. We will also be working closely in partnership with the city’s businesses to ensure that all those visiting recommend Plymouth as a great place to come back to visit.”

In 2018, four cruise vessels stopped in Plymouth, with seven currently booked to visit in 2019. A further 12 vessels have already booked to berth in 2020, which will equate to around 13,000 passengers. Destination Plymouth aims to increase this post-2020 as a strong legacy of Mayflower 400.

Councillor Tudor Evans, Leader of Plymouth City Council, said: “Tourism is an incredibly important industry in Plymouth and the thousands of passengers arriving on cruise ships offer a huge opportunity for local businesses.”

Tavy Lodge Scout Centre, off Lisson Grove, Mutley.

Contact 01752 666706 or 9th21stplymouthscoutgroup@ gmail.com 5-6pm Beavers; 6.15-7.30pm Cubs; 7.45 9.15pm Scouts. Open to young people from the ages of 6 to 14. Come along and join the winter adventures.

Self Defence Classes Small but well-respected martial arts club. Classes most nights of the week at St Mary the Virgin Church, Federation Road, Laira. Classes for children and adults.

For details visit www.budosocietymusashi.co.uk or call 07742 834366.

Biblical Hebrew Language Classes Thursdays Reviving the passion in Biblical texts at Engage, St Levan Rd, Milehouse, at 7pm. Entrance by donation.

Contact kehila@beit-ezra.org.il Coffee Morning Last Saturday of the month Emmanuel Church Annex, Mannamead Road. There is a coffee morning with yummy cakes and preserves on the last Saturday of every month. Funds are raised for Christian charities. All are welcome. The church is easily accessible by bus.

Reading Group Third Tuesday of month.

Like reading? Like to share your views on books?

We are a small friendly group who meet at the Hub in St Judes Church every month at 10.30am for approximately one hour to discuss chosen books and swap other reading experiences. All new members will receive a very warm welcome with free tea or coffee and biscuits.

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Goulden Girls Stitchers A patch work and quilting group who meet at Mount Gould Methodist Church on Thursday mornings from 10am to 12 noon. We are a friendly group of ladies who share our knowledge and skills. Help and advice available. Anyone interested in joining us please contact Pat King on 240560 Regular events at Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street First Wednesday of every month 1pm to 2 pm. Quiet time in conjunction with Plymouth Centre for Faiths and Cultural Diversity. Speaker monthly and tranquil music.

Oasis of calm on the second, third and fourth Wednesdays 1pm - 1.45 pm. Tranquil music and time for quiet reflection.

Mindfulness at lunchtime first Tuesday of every month.

Arrive at 12.30 pm bring food to share for lunch at 1 pm.

Emmanuel Tea Break Fridays New members welcome to join our club for mainly over 60’s, meeting at Emmanuel Church Hall, Mannamead, on Fridays at 2pm. A varied programme of indoor activities and occasional trips out. For more details call Richard on 707894.

Country Dance Plymouth We meet on Tuesdays, 8pm -10pm in Trinity United Reformed Church Hall, Torr Lane, Hartley, PL3 5NY. We dance a wide range of country dances, from the 17th century to the present day, beginners are most welcome and partners not needed, good exercise for the body and mind. We don’t meet in June, July or August. Please call 07866980752 for more details.

Tothill Bowls Short Mat Bowls Meets at the large hall, Tothill Park on Knighton Road, St Judes. Tuesday afternoons 2pm to 4pm, and Thursday mornings 10am to 12noon. Always looking for new male and female bowlers of any standard. Beginners welcome and tuition given. £2.50 per session. For further details contact Tony, Club Secretary on 01752 707475.

Coffee Morning Last Saturday of month Emmanuel Church Annex, Mannamead Road. With yummy cakes and preserves. Funds are raised for Christian charities. All are welcome. The church is easily accessible by bus. There is no coffee morning in December.

Ford Park Cemetery Gardening Club Third Sunday of the month The Club meets outside the Visitor Centre at 11.30am and is always looking for new members. If you have a few hours spare, why not go along and join them.

Toddler Tunes Mondays Emmanuel Church Mannamead from 1.30pm to 3pm.

0-5 years with their parents of carers. Play, chat, action songs and refreshments. £1 per family.

Pop Up Pilates Plymouth 11th Scout Hut, Peverell PL3 4PD. Mondays 1.30pm - 2.30pm Mixed Pilates. Tuesdays 6.30pm 7.15pm Pilates Buddy Family Class, 7.30pm - 8.30pm Mixed Pilates. Wednesdays 7.30pm - 8.30pm Men only class. Thursdays 12.30pm - 1.30pm and 6.30pm 7.30pm Mixed Pilates. All classes are pay as you go. For more information call Sarah on 07866 188085 or visit popuppilates.me.uk Flamenco Beginners Lessons Thursdays Friendly and social group with a passion for Flamenco and Spanish culture. Lessons are for beginners but more experienced dancers are welcome as we use a range of levels where students can develop their technique through hand and arm movements and foot tapping. Flamenco is a fun way to exercise whilst learning this fiery and emotional dance. Meet at Plymouth School of Creative Arts (dance studio) 6-7pm Sevillanas Rumbas & Castanets 7-8pm Compas of 12 & Rumbas. For details call Mercedes on 07848836630 or FB Mercedes Romero Flamenco Salsa and more.

RAF Association (Plymouth Branch) Dates of branch meetings for 2019 are as follows: March 27, April 24, May 22, June 26, July 24, Aug 28, Sept 25, Oct 23 and Nov 27. Meetings will start at 10.30am, followed by a coffee break around 11am, all held at Raffles Club, Ermington Terrace, Mutley, Plymouth. We look forward to meeting members old and new. Please

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try to come along to these meetings and show support to your Branch and the committee and also help to keep the association alive.

RASC/RCT/RLC Association (Plymouth Branch) Branch meetings are now held on a Tuesday evening at 8pm in order that we may be able to meet up with the Army Reservists after their drill session. The branch meetings will be held as usual at the Army Reserve Centre Brest Road Derriford and the dates for 2019 are as follows: May 14, July 9, Sept 10, Nov 12. The AGM will be on Tuesday Jan 14, 2020 at 8pm. Please attend as many meetings as you can to give support to your committee, in order to keep the branch alive. If any member need support please contact the branch secretary or welfare officer. The Corps Annual Dinner will be held mid January 2020.

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Breathe Easy Plymouth First Tuesday of the month Breathe Easy Plymouth, a local support group for anyone with a lung condition, their carers or anyone interested in supporting the group, meets regularly at Tothill Community Centre at 1.30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month. Entry is free and there is tea and coffee with biscuits, then usually a speaker. All are welcome. For more details phone Anne on 01752 402310 or Christine on 01752 220919 Clog dancing Thursdays A fun way to exercise! The Plymouth Maids clog dancers are a small, friendly group of women who welcome new members. From the beginning of October to the end of April we practice at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall, opposite the Life Centre, on Thursdays 8 - 9.45pm. During the summer we dance out on Thursday evenings at various pubs and other venues in and around Plymouth. We also dance at occasional folk festivals and days of dance. No previous dance experience is needed, just a sense of rhythm. Come along and give it a try. For details contact Jacqui on 07814 355844.

Club Focus Camera Club Mondays Meets at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth. Meets first and third Monday of the month from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. For details see www. clubfocusplymouth.co.uk Community Dance Classes Exim have weekly Toddle Together dance classes on Mondays at Plymouth School of Creative Arts on Mondays from 9am to 9.45am. Parent/carer toddler sessions open to all ages crawling to four years. £3.50. Children’s contemporary dance (6-10 years) Thursdays in term time at Plymouth School of Creative Arts 4.30pm to 5.30pm. £4.50 per class. Adult just for fun contemporary dance at the same venue 6pm to 7pm Thursdays. £4.50 per class. Also Spaceshot dance classes every Wednesday at St Aidan’s Church, Ernesettle every Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm. A mixture of street dance, fitness and contemporary.

Free. Details e-mail Kerrie at kerrie@eximdance.org.uk CSPA Second Tuesday of the month The Civil Service Pensioners Alliance meet at the Raffles Club, 5 Ermington Terrace, Mutley from 10.30am to 12 noon. All members of the Plymouth and District branch are welcome to attend. For more information call 01752 946896.

Wk’d Wednesdays Adults activity workshops - activities range from crafts, cooking, woodworking, furniture up cycling, sewing. £10 per session includes materials. Accompanied children welcome. To book email: info@wkuk.org. Every Wednesday 6pm to 8pm Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Moors Edge U3A Second Thursday of the month New members welcome. Meets at the Woolwell Centre PL6 7TR. Guest speakers and a variety of social events.

Growing number of interest groups including bridge for beginners, wine tasting, weekenders, jazz, Spanish, art appreciation and still more to start. Details of groups etc can be found on the Moors Edge website, Facebook and reminders are now put on Streetlife.

Adult Children of Alcoholics Meetings Tuesdays 6pm – 7.15pm. St Barnabas Church, The Lounge (enter by separate entrance to left of surgery), St Barnabas Terrace, Pennycomequick, Plymouth PL1 5NN. Visit the website at www.adultchildrenofalcoholics.co.uk.

National Phone 01590 610 936.

Book Stall, Social Call Second Saturday of month Join in the games and fun at Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street. Books, tea, coffee and cake for sale. 2pm to 4pm. Proceeds to support the local Samaritans and the Smile train, an overseasd medical charity, repairing hair lips and cleft palates.

includes materials. 5.30pm to 7pm.To book email: info@wkuk.org. Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Mayflower Offshore Rowing Club Various dates We meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 5.30pm and Sunday mornings at 9.30am at Richmond Walk Devonport. We row out to sea, in The Sound and up the Tamar & Plym rivers. Ages from 14 and all abilities welcome. We run learn to row sessions. Contact secretarymorc@hotmail.co.uk or Jeff Keast 07865 228800.

Aden Veterans Calling all Aden Veterans. Did you know that the Aden Veterans Plymouth Branch meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at the RAOB Club in North Hill at 7.30pm.

Why not go along and meet like-minded people.

Badminton Club Fridays Non league club meets on Friday evenings at Whiteford Road, Plymouth to play casual badminton.

All adults welcome including over fifties. For further details contact rcbeasley@btinternet.com

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Plans are well under way for this years Freedom community festival, a free annual event due to be held on Saturday June 1 and Sunday June 2 in Freedom Fields Park, Plymouth.

This ever populur event brings people together of all age groups to celebrate our rich diverse community.

This event is organized and run by a dedicated team of volunteers who work tirelessly to make it all happen. It also comes with great support from a number of local and City wide organisations, performing artists, local people, plus sponsors and grants.

Dancing Duo Fortnightly on Saturdays The Elm Community Centre, Estover PL6 8EU 7.45pm to 10.45pm with Henry and Jeannie. Ballroom, Latin, Sequence, Old Time and more. Free parking. Entry £6. Bring your own soft drinks and snacks. For more information call Jeannie on 01803 325905 or visit www.dancingduo.co.uk Dartmoor Gliding Friendly Flying on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting. Call 07873 483001 for details or Google Dartmoor Flying.

Devon Army Cadet Force Voluntary uniformed youth organisation which allows young people aged from 12 to 18 to gain a wide variety of skills and experiences. There is no commitment to join the military, you don’t even need an interest in the military. Parade two nights a week at eight different locations in the Plymouth and surrounding areas. For details of local detachment and further information please call 01752261525. The telephone line is not manned 24 hours so please feel free to leave a message.

Eddystone Model Flying Club Provide help and free instruction for flying radio control fixed wing. Members fly 24/7 weather permitting. New members are welcome as well as experienced fliers. For details visit www.eddystonemfc. net or phone Dave on 07941 040633 or Mike on 01752 403124.

Families Need Fathers (FNF) Second Wednesday of every month Monthly support meeting 7.30pm to 10pm at the RAOB Club, 41 North Hill, Plymouth, PL4 8EZ. If you are separating or divorcing and are worried about not seeing your children, please come to our monthly meeting for support, information and advice. Talk to people in a similar situation or who have been through similar experiences and understand the family court process. FNF is a registered charity founded in 1974 that helps thousands of parents every year. We believe that each parent has a unique contribution to make to their children’s development and that children have a right to enjoy a loving relationship with both parents after separation.

Meetings are open to mothers and fathers and to family members and friends who would like to attend

It provides culture, great local music, a variety of delicious food, market stalls and many activities to show off Plymouth at its best.

This year we aim to provide an enhanced community family zone that offers creative and learning opportunities and to promote an environmental theme.

We welcome support to sustain this event including: volunteering, sponsorship and offers for family friendly activities.

For more info on how to get involved go to: www.freedomcommunityfestival.org or visit Facebook@freedomcommunityfestival or call Jonathan on: 07722308462. with or on behalf of a parent. For more information, please call Andrew Bull (general secretary) on 01752 793 325, e-mail us at info@plymouth.fnf.org.uk, or visit the website at plymouth.fnf.org.uk Buddhist meditation classes Weekday lunchtime meditations 12.15pm - 12.45pm, Wednesday evenings - Introduction to meditation class - 7.30pm - 8.30pm, Thursday evenings - 7.30pm - 9.30pm Meditation - The Art Of Positive Thinking, Sunday mornings 11.30am - 12.30pm Find Inner Peace, Sunday mornings - Children’s classes - 10.30am 11.15am. Held at Ashoka Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 33 Sutherland Road, Plymouth. Tel 01752 224137 www. meditationinplymouth.org GraceNotes Acapella Group Mondays, Burraton Community Centre, Saltash.

7.30pm to 10pm. GraceNotes Acapella is a ladies close harmony acapella chorus who sing a wide and varied repertoire from traditional barbershop songs, through to modern Disney classics! Competing both locally and nationally, as well as performing at many singouts throughout the year, new members are always welcome! Rock up to a rehearsal and see what we do!

Email gracenotessaltash@gmail.com or find them on social media for more information.

Harbour Centre Recovery Café Fridays Female-focused social group for those in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Tea, coffee, regular activities promoting independence, empowerment and positive social/support networks in recovery. Child-friendly.

11am-2pm at Unit 2, 1st Floor, Hyde Park House, Mutley Plain. For more information and support to attend please contact Lynn McKenzie (Harbour Drug and Alcohol Services) on 01752 434299 or email lynn. mckenzie1@nhs.net Kreative Kidz Tuesdays Crafts, Science and cookery- age 6 months - preschool 12.30pm to 2pm. £5 or £4 if booked in four week blocks. To book email: info:wkuk.org Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Krafty Kidz Tuesdays Childrens activity workshops from ages 5 to 16.

Cooker, crafts and STEM activities. £5 per session

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Phobias Support Group Meets on Mondays at the Estover Elm Centre at 6.30pm. For details contact Daniel on 07500 837703 Pensioners & Fifty Plus Action GroupIf you are more than fifty years old and live in the Plymouth area we invite you to come to our regular meetings and meet some new friends. On the second Friday of each month we have free meetings and invite MPs, local councillors, local businesses, anyone able to speak on issues that affect older people, to come and talk to us. These meetings are held in the Wolseley Trust Community Building (next to Sheila’s Café in Wolseley Road), behind the Co-op just down from Milehouse traffic lights going towards St Budeaux.

These meetings start 10.30am and end at 1pm, many buses stop outside the Co-op and if you come by car parking is usually available. We also have regular social meetings and would like to advise everyone that these will now be held at the Oak Villa Sports & Social Club in Ferndale Road, Plymouth (PL2 2EL) just down the road from Weston Mill Cemetery. The No 13 Target Travel bus stops quite near it, and there is a large car park virtually next door to the hall.

These meetings are from 2pm to 4pm and we supply a very good buffet and as with all of our meetings we do have a raffle. Members of our group have free access but non-members will be asked to pay £2.

Anyone intending to come regularly to these meetings would find it more economical to pay the £12 single £20 double annual membership fee, and would also be eligible to take advantage of our subsidised taxi scheme (£2 each way). Members are also able to enjoy our regular meetings when we have short mat bowls, darts and other activities, and come to the two meals out every year. So anyone looking for good company and interesting meetings and would like more information please contact the Secretary Mrs Margaret Williams 01752 350498 or email tomag42@ hotmail.co.uk Performance Training (5-25s) Barbican Theatre’s dance and theatre workshops enable young people to build their confidence and learn new skills and techniques alongside professionals. Visit www.barbicantheatre.co.uk or call 01752 267131.

Play-writing, Performing, & Creative Writing The Playwriters Organisation meets on Monday nights (6-8pm) for Creative Writing & Acting, Wednesday nights(6-8pm) for Acting & Theatre Production, Friday (10.15am-12.30pm) for Play-writing & Creative Writing.

All sessions are at the Playwriters mini-theatre above The Noah’s Ark, Courtney St (behind WHSmith).

Contact on 01752786777 for more details or go to www.playwriters.org.

Plymouth Archers Tuesday and Friday Archers who are registered with Archery GB are very welcome to come along. We run taster and beginner’s sessions throughout the year and have very good indoor and outdoor facilities at Stoke Damerel Community College. For more information visit www.plymoutharchers.co.uk or contact the chairman on 01752 784051 mobile 07443432375. The club is open to anyone over the age of 10 and the school has very good disability access. We also arrange social activities throughout the year. Sessions take place between 7pm and 9pm.

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Plymouth Petanque Club A friendly club and a great way to be active for people of any age and ability. We meet for social games every Sunday and Wednesday afternoons throughout the year. Average attendance is about 25 -30 players.

These sessions are suitable for new players as we play to basic rules with the emphasis on fun, and we always stop halfway through for tea and biscuits (or cake for celebrations!) and a chat. We play at Brickfields Sports Centre and further information can be found on our newly updated website. www. plymouthpetanque.org.uk Plymouth Karate Academy Various dates Based in Faraday Mill Cattedown the club is managed by Sensei Stuart Hick (4thDan), Sensei Jon Eaton (3rdDan) and Senpai Luke Irving (2ndDan). With more than 45 years combined experience all of the instructors are DBS checked, and teach Shotokan karate. Tuesday / Thursday Kids only Karate class 6.15- 7pm; Tuesday/ Thursday Adult Beginners - Intermediate - Advanced from 7pm onwards ; Saturday Morning class Kids Karate class 10am onwards. For more info: Stuart Hick 07970379268 or stuart.hick@plymouthkarateacademy. co.uk Plymouth Handball Club Thursdays Between 6pm and 7pm at Plymouth Life Centre.

Come and play an Olympic sport. A fun/recreational session for adults 18+. All levels and abilities welcome. Session is £3 (1st session free) Contact Dave 07983605639, Facebook Plymouth Handball Club, email plymouthhandballclub@hotmail.com Plymouth Musical Activities Club Thursdays A music group for young people aged 9-18 supported by volunteer staff members. At Pmac we teach flute, clarinet, drums, keyboards, singing and guitar. Meet every Thursday at Courtlands School in Eggbuckland from 7.15pm to 9.15pm. The charge is just £1 a week and people of all abilities are welcome. The group plays at lots of different venues and events throughout the year such as Devonport Playhouse, Lord Mayor’s day, Eden Project and many more. If you are interested in joining please call our treasurer Angela fuller on 01752 773482 or check out the Pmac website www. plymouthmac.co.uk Plymouth Numismatic Society Third Tuesday each month 7:30pm Coin collection and study can be an absorbing and rewarding pastime. New members are welcomed to informal meetings to share interest and knowledge of coins, providing the opportunity to give talks and presentations on any aspect of numismatics. This can range from studies of coins in historical, cultural or artistic context, to acquisitions, valuations and investment. Or members can just listen, learn and enjoy the company. Contact Bryan on 01752 480394 for more details and current location of meetings.

Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group Second Thursday of the month The Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group aims to offer friendship and support to anyone who is affected

by Lymphoma (Hodgkins or Non Hodgkins Disease), whether patient (past or present), carer, family member or friend, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Derriford Health and Wellbeing Centre from 3pm to 4.30 pm. For information, please call Pam on 01752 785094 or Scott on 01752 661035 Plymouth Play Association For hire of resources for play, recycling scrapstore and arts and crafts. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday 10am-2pm, Thursday 10am-7pm.

Details 01752 256633.

Plymouth Proprietary Library Weekdays except Friday The Library has moved into new premises in the former doctor’s surgery in St Barnabas Terrace in Stoke. The library is now open and continuing to run its usual activities which range from reading and poetry groups to monthly lunchtime talks and coffee mornings. Suggestions as to new groups and ways which the library can reach out to the wider community are always welcome. Open every week day except Friday from 11am-3pm. So why not take advantage of the free parking and call in for a coffee and a look round?

Plymouth Shakespeare Society Meets twice a month from September to May at the Burgess Hall (behind the Unitarian Church) Notte Street, Plymouth from 2.30 - 4.30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Further details call 257764.

Plymouth Skywatch Meet at St Budeaux Parish Church Hall every third Friday of the month at 7.30pm. The meeting usually

Vital medical equipment donated to Trevi House

Heartswell South West, the regional heart charity, has donated a new defibrillator and cabinet worth £2,000 to Plymouth’s leading women’s charity, Trevi House.

Heartswell South West is a charitable organisation whose aims are to make a positive difference to people affected by heart disease or heart condition and to provide accommodation for relatives, friends and carers of people undergoing treatment in hospitals across the South West.

A defibrillator is a machine which restarts the heart in the event of a cardiac arrest. If a defibrillator is used within 3-5 minutes of cardiac arrest, survival rates jump from 6%-74% and therefore could save a life.

The charity has been running a vital defibrillator programme for the past five years providing defibrillators for communities, clubs, schools and organisations across Devon and Cornwall. It aims to ensure that as many defibrillators as possible are placed in across the South West.

Normally the charity requests that organisations pay between £500 and £1,750 towards the cost of the defibrillator. However Heartswell, on this occasion, agreed to support Trevi House

Hannah Shead (left) and Liz Harding with the defibrillator

in fully funding the equipment.

Trevi House is a women’s only residential rehabilitation centre and can accommodate up to 10 women and their children at any given time. It’s the only women’s centre in the UK where women can keep their children through rehab.

Trevi House has been treating mums for their addiction to drugs and alcohol for more than 25 years and its employees will now undergo training in how to use the lifesaving defibrillator should the need arise.

Hannah Shead, chief executive of Trevi House, said: “We are really grateful to Heartswell for their generosity and support for the women and children that we care for

consists of highlights of the night sky for the following month followed by a talk on an astronomy-related subject. There is a break in between with tea and coffee available.

Plymouth Visually Impaired Bowls Club We play in the Plymouth Life Centre at the bowls hall on Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 1.30 pm and Friday morning from 12 noon to 2 30pm. In the summer we play on Tuesdays and Fridays on The Hoe from 10 30am to 1.30pm .If you require any more information please contact Colin Harris on 01752 222184.

Plymouth and District Advanced Motorists Group Monthly meetings on the third Monday of each month at the United Reformed Church Hall, Powisland Drive, Derriford. The meeting begins at 7.30p.m. with doors opening at seven. Guest speaker each month. Details 01752 405926 Plymouth Bridge Club We meet for sessions on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings at 7pm, or Monday, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 1pm. It is thought that learning a foreign language or playing bridge is conducive to maintaining a healthy brain. The former is difficult whilst the latter is much easier. We also offer teaching for beginners and intermediates either Monday mornings at 10.15am or Thursday evenings at 7pm. Why don’t you call Steven Lacey on 07990 521570 or email admin@plymouthbridge.co.uk and come along and join our friendly and conveniently situated members owned club, just off Mutley Plain.

Plymouth Magic Circle Every second Thursday We meet the second Thursday of every month at The Walrus, Athenaeum Street, from 7pm to 9pm. If you would like to join us, come along to a meeting. A list of current events is at www.plymouthmagiccircle.co.uk Plymouth Children’s Theatre Workshop Saturdays A theatre company for children and young people aged 6 to 18. Try your hand at performing, set design and construction, costumes and props, stage make up and much more. St Bartholomew’s Church Saturdays 1 till 4. Tots 3 - 5 years 12 till 1. www.plymouthchildrenstheatreworkshop.co.uk or 07760467857 or see our Facebook page

every year.

“We know that the women we support have a higher than normal risk of cardiac problems and so it is reassuring to know that we now have a life saving defibrillator on site.”

Liz Harding, operations manager, Heartswell South West said: “Trevi House provide incredible support to women who are at a high risk of cardiac arrest and we are glad that together, we have been able to ensure that their first aid kit is now fully equipped with a defibrillator. The Trevi team will be fully trained in CPR and defibrillation creating both a safer environment at the centre and more lifesavers in our local community.”

Plymouth Philatelic Society First Wednesday of every month St. Edwards Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell from 7pm to 9pm. For details contact David on 01752 402981.

Plymouth Radio Club Second Tuesday of every month.

The Plymouth Radio Club meets second Tuesday of every month at the Weston Mill Oak Villa social Club, Situated in Ferndale Road, Weston Mill, Plymouth.

Commencing 7.30 pm. For all licenced Radio Amateurs and anyone interested in amateur radio. For those wishing to obtain a licence, email pippa117@hotmail. co.uk or telephone 07815542477.

Plymouth West Country Embroiderers Various dates Started in 1972. A friendly group of enthusiastic needleworkers who enjoy sharing their knowledge and expertise with others. Trainees (age 8-15) meet first Saturday each month from 11am to 3pm. Adults meet on second Thursday and fourth Saturday each month from 10.30am. We welcome experts and beginners of all ages. Contact Mary 01752 200047 for details.

Plymouth Woodturners Third Friday of the month Meet at Pilgrim Church, St Levan Road at 7pm. Also demonstrate and sell at Otter Nurseries, Brixton, the first weekend of every month. New members always welcome, just turn up on the night.

Plymouth Meet Up Group First Tuesday of the month A social group for people with disabilities. Meets at Igrow Workspace 25 Phoenix Street from 4pm to 7pm for a chat and games and a short walk to the nearby Mount Pleasant pub for a meal. £2 for members and £3 for non-members. For more information call David on 017523 268777.

Plymouth U3A Second Monday of the month If you are retired, no longer in full time employment looking for new interests and to make new friends, then come along to the next monthly meeting of the Plymouth U3A and listen to our speaker. We meet at The Crowne Plaza from 10am to 12pm. Coffee available on arrival. U3A (University of the 3rd Age) is organised

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and run by volunteers, there are over 70 groups to find out about and maybe join, creating opportunities for continuation of learning. A non member can attend as a visitor, further information can be obtained via the welcome and promotions desk on the day, or in advance by telephoning 01752 563551, joining on the day is also an option. We look forward to meeting you.

Plymouth Fishkeepers Society First and Second Wednesday of the Month. 8pm at the Hyde Park Social Club. If you are interested in the hobby of keeping tropical fish and want to learn more, then why not come along to one of our meetings. Interests among members are diverse, and there is without doubt someone in the society who can answer questions covering most aspects of the hobby. The society caters for newcomers to people who have been in the hobby for a long time. Just bought your first fish tank? Then Plymouth Fishkeepers Society is the place for you.

Plymouth & District Egyptology Society First Saturday of the month We are a society of some 50 members whose passion is all things related to Ancient Egypt. Between the months of September of one year to May of the next, we meet on the first Saturday of each of those months, including Day Schools, and long weekend visits to UK and European cities to view Museum Egyptology Exhibitions, enjoying the local sights etc. The Society meets at the The Quaker House on Mutley Plain. Timings 2 pm until 4.30 pm for a normal lecture. Contact Details: janis. naylor@aol.co.uk Pray Plymouth Every Wednesday morning Organised by Churches Together in Plymouth from 7am to 8am at Open Doors Language School, 14-15, Woodland Terrace Lane, Greenbank, Plymouth.

Breakfast from 8am to 9am. Details 01752 249187.

Plymouth Community Choir Monday Evenings Meet at Salvation Army Congress Hall, Armada Way, Plymouth from 7pm to 9pm. New members are welcome, just come along for a free taster session at the beginning of the term, or contact the choir leader.

Terms are 12 weeks long and we sing a variety of music such as gospel, contemporary, sacred, world folk, pop, funky bass lines etc. No previous experience is necessary and you don’t need to be able to read music as we learn ‘by ear’ and repetition. Come and give us a try and see what you think! Our choir leader is Sarah Pennington and she can be contacted on 01392 437792 or by email plymouthcommunitychoir@ gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you!

Plymouth Cycling Touring Club Meet Sundays for a leisure cycle ride. For our latest rides list and meet time/place see www.plymouthctc. co.uk or contact Graham Black 01752 606650 or Andy Prideaux 01752 345170 for more information.

Plymouth Die-Cast Model Collectors Club First Wednesday of the month A club for anyone interested in or a collector of old toys, Dinky, Corgi, Tinplate etc. Meetings are quite informal, any club business is discussed along with a good gossip over a cup of tea or coffee. The meetings are held at the Jan Cutting Centre, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth from 7pm - 9pm. New members are always made very welcome with no charge for a first visit.

For further details or information please contact Paul Simmons, telephone 01752 846250, or check out the Club web site www.plymouthdiecastclub.com.

Plymouth & District Koi Keepers Society First Wednesday of the month If you are interested in koi keeping, or thinking of building a pond and want to learn more, then why not come along to one of our meetings. We have guest speakers, presentations, visits to club member’s ponds before finishing the evening back at the clubhouse. At the weekends trips are arranged to visit other koi club’s ponds and koi shows and these are excellent days out. Meet at 7.30 pm in the lounge of the Tamar View Community Centre, Miers Close, Barne Barton, Plymouth. New members always welcome.

For more details of club activities please visit www. plymouthanddistrictkoikeeperssociety.org or ring Sandra Crocker on 01752 210118.

Plymouth Pisces Swimming Club for all Disabilities Sundays 11.15am to 1.15pm at Plymouth Life Centre.

Adults £2.50 per session, children £2 per session.

Under 5s free. Annual membership £5.

Plym Ramblers First and third Sunday in the month A well estab lished walking organisation offering regular walks by experienced leaders all within 20 miles of Plymouth. The group meets every first and third Sunday in the month and also hold interesting social events. For details contact the secretary on

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344048 or the chairman on 519452. Plym Ramblers have now published their walking book “On the beaten track 4” the fourth book in a popular series of local walks.

Plymouth Inter Varsity Club We are looking for lively, interesting people who want variety in their social lives and would like to mix with others in a friendly, local social group run by its members, for its members. We enjoy a wide range of activities eg meals out, cycling, themed party nights, walking, canoeing, theatre, reading group and weekends away. Want to know more? You can go to our website www.plymouthivc.org , look at what we do and complete an enquiry or contact 01752 550492 or 07810065982.

Boys’ Brigade Various dates and Venues For more information visit www.boys-brigade.org.uk or Facebook, Boy’s Brigade Plymouth. 1st Plymouth Salisbury Road Baptist Church (Fridays); 2nd Plymouth - Ridgeway Methodist Church (Mondays); 4th Plymouth - St Judes Church (Wednesdays); 5th Plymouth - Mount Gould Methodist Church (Fridays); 7th Plymouth Pennycross Methodist Church (Fridays); 8th Plymouth - Ford Baptist Church (Wednesdays). New members very welcome. Age groups: Anchors (5-8); Juniors (8-11) and Company/Seniors (11-18). The Boys’ Brigade can help your church in its mission to children and young people.

Record breaking pub quiz raises £5,000 for Shekinah Engineering consultants, Services Design Solution (SDS) held their fifth annual charity pub quiz at the Walkabout Pub in Plymouth and raised a staggering £5,000 for Shekinah.

John Hamblin, chief executive of Shekinah, gave a presentation about the work of the charity and said the money raised will support the work Shekinah does in ending rough sleeping and helping people improve their lives away from the streets.

A total of 29 teams took part in the quiz, comprising engineers, contractors, architects, project managers and clients, who enjoyed a fun, well-organised evening, and deserving champions of the night were engineering and services provider N G Bailey.

Members of staff from Santander helped out on the night by selling raffle tickets and generously contributed £1000 to the total

amount raised for Shekinah.

Local photographer Trevor Burrows was also on hand to capture the evening’s highlights.

Following the quiz, there was an impressive raffle of prizes donated by the teams.

SDS, whose head office is in The Millfields, is committed to ensuring that they contribute positively to the community.

In addition to supporting local charities, they provide mentoring and work experience schemes for aspiring engineering students.

SDS also take part in the ‘Building Plymouth’ initiative to encourage careers in construction, and they currently have six apprentices across their offices in Plymouth, Exeter and Bristol.

Shaun Hoppins, managing director said: “We are so pleased to be able to support this local charity and bring clients and colleagues together to raise a record amount from the quiz.”

5th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association We meet at Mount Gould Methodist Church, term time, and are looking to recruit both boys and girls aged 5-8yrs (6.30pm-7.45pm), 8-11yrs (6.30-8pm) and 11-18yrs (6.30-9pm). Our programme is very varied and includes craftwork, cookery, games, computer work, interactive challenges, sports competitions, sponsored fundraising and much more plus the year ending event - summer camp (8yrs+). Many of the skills learnt here can help prepare them for adult life. Interested - then come along to the church on Friday or contact Hugh Porter, 01752 667513, or email porterbb@ blueyonder.co.uk 7th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls’ Association Fridays We meet at Pennycross Methodist Church in term time, Anchors (5-8 years) between 6.15pm and 7.15pm; Juniors (8-11 years) from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and Seniors (12-18 years) between 7pm and 9.45pm. There is a full programme of activities including crafts, games, drama, music, cookery, interactive challenges, national sport competitions and much more. The year culminates in a week-long summer camp. Our programme enables youngsters to learn many various skills and prepares them for adult life. Simply go along on Fridays to find out more or visit 7plymouth. boys-brigade.org.uk Plymouth Writers Circle Tuesdays Do you have a problem with plotting or characterisation. The Plymouth Writers Circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10am to 12 noon at the Plymstock Community Centre (except in the summer holidays).

Plymouth Clarion Choir (Male Voice) Tuesdays Rehearsals between 7.30pm and 9.30pm at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall with break in between for refreshments. Nice friendly atmosphere and a variety of music sung. Why not come along and see what it is all about. Musical director Catherine Davies, accompanist Olga Drougaleva. For details call Darell Jago on 01752 266434.

Plymouth School of Aikido Non-profit well-respected community based Martial Arts club founded over 35 years ago. Classes at Woodview Learning Campus (off Lancaster Gardens, Whitleigh) on Mondays and Coombe Dean School, Elburton, Plymstock on Fridays. Times: 7- 8pm Juniors, 7-9pm Adults. Aikido is a Japanese Martial Art suitable for both Men and Women learning and working together. Enjoyable, interesting, useful, physical, family-friendly activity with Child Safeguarded/DBS Nationally qualified Instructors leading to recognised gradings appropriate for students of all ages 7yrs to 70yrs. Fees with concessions; excellent value. Quality equipment including clothing available for purchase at non-profit prices. Checkout www.plymouthaikido. co.uk or Facebook Page. Contact Tre or David Worsley 403325, or Phil Smith 219355 for more information.

Port of Plymouth Canoe Association Mondays , Thursdays and Saturdays May until September. Offering various introductory, taster and child ( 8-11 ) sessions throughout the spring

and summer. For more information please contact Tracy Jones 01752 510653 email intro@ppca-club.org.uk or visit www.ppca-canoe-club.org.uk Road to Recovery Group of Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting every Friday at St Matthias Church Hall, North Hill. Doors open 6.30pm. Meeting 7pm9pm. If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you are welcome to attend. Family, friends, health professionals etc also welcome. Contact: Matt 07766 006 153 or Jo 07918 141715. AA Helpline: 0800 9177 650.

Snack ‘N’ Chat Tuesdays Friendship group for the bereaved and those who live alone. From 10.30am to 12.30pm in the Coffee Corner in the Minster Church of St Andrew in the city centre.

A community project run by two trained Counsellors and two trained listeners. Come and enjoy coffee, tea and home made cake and talk through how things are for you. Only 50p per session.

Plymouth Hockey Club Sundays Plymouth Hockey Club is the oldest junior club in the city and has recently achieved the highest award for organisation and safeguarding. The club is operated by parents for all children and young people. The club trains every Sunday between 10am - 1pm at Bull Point ATP. The club cater for young people from 4-16 years and no previous experience is required. The first 6 weeks are free to new members and everyone who trains gets to play. For more information, please see the website at www.plymouthhockeyclub.org.uk or contact Rob on 07861 250682.

Solaris Yoga Enjoy vital relaxation, strengthening and toning muscles. Pregnancy yoga, mum and baby yoga and adult yoga held at Plymouth Swallows, St Andrew’s Cross, Church of the Holy Spirit Southway, Crownhill Fort and Jump. Please call Shilpa on 0771 1899 530 for times of classes.

Soundhouse Brass and Soundhouse Youth Brass Academy Thursdays Want to play with one of the finest Brass Bands in Devon then why not come along and give us a try.

We also have a thriving Youth Band for younger players which is supported by Plymouth Youth Music Service. Both groups practice at The Soundhouse, Torbridge High School, Estover on Thursday evenings

(Juniors 6p.m. to 7.30p.m. and Seniors 7.30-9.45p.m) Come along any evening, visit our website www. soundhousebrass.co.uk or ring Alan 01752844108 (Senior Band) or Garry 0744618977 (Youth Band) for further details.

South West Chamber Choir Wednesdays Marjon Chapel 7.30 to 9.30 pm. We are a friendly auditioned choir of 25 to 30 singers specialising in unaccompanied singing, with a programme of madrigals, partsongs and sacred works. We give four concerts annually as well as a weekend of sung services at a cathedral each July. A reasonable standard of sight-reading is needed to join. We welcome enquiries. www.swcchoir.org.uk Shotokan Karate Club Shotokan Karate club in Devonport High school for Girls on Monday and Friday evenings for all ages and grades starting at 6pm. This is an authentic Japanese art, taught in the same disciplined manner instilling personal responsibility for actions, promoting confidence and self esteem.

Karate taught in this environment is deemed to be beneficial for all ages and genders. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained.

Contact club secretary Steve on 07518471142 or Colin on 07968061887. Shotokan Karate Club in Eggbuckland Community college Drama studio on Wednesday evenings from 7.00 to 8.30 for all ages and grades. . An authentic Japanese art, all Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained. Contact Georgina on 07807184279. Children’s Shotokan Karate Class in St Budeaux parish church hall, specifically for ages 7 to 12 years old, parents can train alongside their children in a relaxed and friendly environment. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained. Saturday mornings 10am to 11am Contact Georgina on 07807184279

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Further information www.sopd.org.uk The Arts Society South Devon We are part of The Arts Society, the National Association, and have about 250 members. We hold monthly evening lectures on a wide range of Arts topics, occasional morning lectures, Study Days, Tours, Visits and Concert visits. We would be pleased to welcome new members and introductory guest visits are available. See website for programme information and other details (www.theartssocietysouthdevon. org.uk) or contact Jim Stevens, Membership Secretary (jst74@hotmail.co.uk).

Tai Chi Beginners Classes Various dates Established in Plymouth since 1995. A friendly group covering all aspects of Tai Chi training for health and well being. Tai Chi is a gentle way to exercise and build strength. For those more keen, it is a complete form of body and mind martial arts system from ancient China suitable for all ages 5 to 95! To get more information, please drop into the class held every Tuesday 6.45pm at Mount Street Primary School, Greenbank, or any other class advertised on www.wutan-plymouth.co.uk.

Tel. 07949 839088 The Pythagorean Society First Friday of the month held at Plymouth Natural Health & Healing Centre, Outland Road, PL2 3PY. 7 pm – 9 pm. We have a different topic each month with a guest speaker, covering a wide range of esoteric subjects. Please see our website for details www.pythagoreansociety.wordpress.net or email mail@pythagoreansociety.net The Plymouth Regional Head & Neck Cancer Support Group Our group is specifically aimed at head and neck patients, their partners and/or carers. Our support group will also welcome anyone who wishes to join us for whatever reason. You don’t have to be a cancer patient to join us but those cancer patients without a support group of their own will be made especially welcome. Due to the nature of this particular disease, most of our members are from the older age group.

We meet up once a month and take a trip out somewhere away from the clinical environment. We might also be able to help with transport if necessary.

Please contact: Geoff Read on (01752) 563 800 or email Secretary.PlymouthHNC@gmail.com Plymouth and District Parkinson’s Group Gentle exercise led by a fully trained physiotherapist every week at four locations. Tuesdays 10.30-12 noon at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall Milehouse contact 556651; Tuesdays 10.15-11.45 at Plymstock United Church Plymstock Road: contact 402340; Wednesdays 10.30-12 noon at Mount Gould Methodist Church Hall: contact 560289; Wednesdays 1.15pm-2.45pm at Emmanuel Church Hall Mannamead: contact 768890.

A monthly meeting is held on the second Tuesday of every month at Emmanuel Church Hall; Monthly Drop In with Dance Session: Contact 55665; Carers coffee meet first Monday of the month: contact 704075. Other activities include lunches, outings, and an annual holiday.

Dartmoor Rambling Club The Dartmoor Rambling Club is a long established Rambling Club based in Plymouth. We have a regular programme of walks on alternate Wednesdays and at some weekends. The Wednesday walks generally use public transport from Plymouth City Centre to the start of the walk. Wednesday walks are usually about 8 to 10 miles on Dartmoor or on the coast and are taken at a pace to suit the participants. The weekend walks may use cars for transport and may go a little further afield. We are a small group looking to welcome new members. Our annual subscription is just £5. We can email you our programme if you email johnskinner@ tinyworld or more details can be obtained by phoning John (Chairman) on 01752 782454, John (Treasurer) on 01752 218476 or Ron (member) on 01752 674230.

Tea Morning Wednesdays Plymouth Unitarian Cafe 10am - 12 noon. Why not drop in for a bit of relaxation, a cuppa, knitting, a game, some reading or colouring? Or just have a sit down and rest. Dementia friendly. Tea/coffee and a biscuit 60p. All money taken goes to our charities for the year, Plymouth Samaritans and the Smile Train

Plymouth City Roller Derby Roller Derby is in your city and recruiting now! The only Roller Derby club in the West Devon - East Cornwall region, Plymouth City Roller Derby has been an active bouting club since 2010, achieving a clean sweep of wins for our female travel team at all our 2018 British Championship bouts. We are a skater owned and operated CIC and accepting new starters.

Roller Derby is a full contact sport, participants must be 18+. sessions Wednesdays 8-10pm at YMCA John Kitto for all new recruits, 1st taster session free, £5 per session thereafter. 2nd session 2 participants for the price of one if bringing a friend. No skating experience required to begin. see www.plymouthcityrollerderby. co.uk/join-us for more details.

The Specials Wednesday Club For adults with learning disabilities. YMCA Plymouth, Honicknowle Lane from 6pm to 8pm £3 per week.

Watercolour Art Sessions for Adults Thursdays Beginner and experienced artists welcome.

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Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Thursdays 10am to 12 noon. The Burrator Inn, Dousland, nr Yelverton Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon. Easy car parking at both venues. For more information call Janet on 07742 983311.

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Devon Family History Society Fourth Tuesday of month Come along to our meetings and hear interesting and varied talks. Occasionally, we hold members evening where people can give a resume on their family history. If anyone is hitting a brick wall, members will offer advice on how to resolve it. Meetings take place at Sturgeon Hall, Mutley Plain, (parking is free),starting at 7.30pm. Light refreshments are available. Any queries on membership or meetings please contact markparkman@icloud.com Discovery Writing Group First Friday of the month A small community of writers who meet to write and discuss writing, and to encourage one another to maintain our creative momentum. Prose, poems, scripts, whatever. All welcome. Writing games and exercises, opportunities to share work and publishing possibilities. Latest info on Plymouth cultural activities over free beverages. Donations welcome. Meet at The Clipper on Union Street 10am to 12 noon. Details James Bridgwater 07506716546 bridgwaterjg@gmail.com Yankee Yoga Various days All abilities yoga classes set to sweet tunes.

Tuesdays 5pm @ The Art of Dance (Mutley Plain) 8pm @ Coombe Dean School; Plymstock/Elburton; Wednesdays 6pm @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill); Fridays 7.30pm Special Class - Yoga for Athletes @ Taurus Gym (Mutley Plain); Saturdays 10am Special Class: Yoga Sculpt @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill).

Contact Emily on 07478 257080.

National Trust Plymouth Centre St Peter’s Lutheran Church, 19 Larkham Lane, Plympton. Meetings are held on the last Wednesday of the month at 2pm. Entrance is £3 for members and £4 for non-members, which includes light refreshments. For more information regarding membership please contact Judy Unitt on 01752 290437 or email judy.ntt@gmail.com Devon and Cornwall Carving Club Tuesdaya (term time) 7 pm – 9 pm At Sir John Hunt Community Sports College, Lancaster Gardens, Whitleigh, Plymouth. Cost of membership is £22 per person, per term. All new members welcome.

Please call Neil Smith for more details on 01752 82121.

Plymouth Area Osteoporosis Support Group Meets four times a year The Abbey, St Andrew’s Church, Plymouth 2pm to 4pm.

Mar 25: Speaker Jo Turpin, speaking on Pilates; Jun 4: Osteoporosis Medical Update with two consultants from Derriford Hospital; Jul 16: Speaker oral surgeon Kamran Ali; Nov 19: Podiatrist Emma Cowley from Plymouth University.

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College receives £280,000 to develop virtual reality training in construction City College Plymouth has received £280,000 funding from the Construction Industry Training Board to develop and deliver a two year immersive learning project in close collaboration with Kier Living and We Are The Moment, partnering with Plymouth Construction Training Group and Building Plymouth.

The project will develop state-of-the-art training experiences to support the booming investment and 10,000 projected new jobs expected in construction in Plymouth over the next five years.

The partnership will promote the implementation of new virtual reality (VR) technologies in both higher education and further education and in the construction sector, attracting and retaining talent to improve productivity and address skills gaps in this vital industry.

Lance Chatfield, academy manager for higher technology skills at the college said: “We will pilot and deliver innovative

immersive learning experiences that replicate developments in the city. Central to the project is the development of a VR ‘house’ environment.

“This will be based on a Kier Living four bed construction, as seen around the Plymouth area.

“The house will be used to demonstrate real-life examples to aid health and safety practice in a secure and safe environment, adding a key immersive element to the classroom-taught curriculum currently taught at the college.

“The project will also be going ‘on the road’ later this year, when students and potential new recruits to the construction industry will be able to try out the VR challenges at roadshows, apprenticeship fairs and college Open Days.”

If you would like to find out how you could develop the skills required to join the booming construction industry, call 01752 305300 or visit www.cityplym.ac.uk.

School musicians play at university Five music groups from Plymouth schools, all with tutors sponsored by Plymouth Music Accord, played for a large audience of parents and friends in the Sherwell Centre at Plymouth University.

Dr Robert Taub, the new director of music at Plymouth University’s Arts Institute, welcomed the performers: Lipson Sax Group, Lipson Brass Group, Devonport High School for Girls Junior and Intermediate Strings Groups and Torpoint Community College Choir.

The young people’s commitment was clear, with very high standards being set and met. The presentation was lively and tutors compered with some good jokes, both verbal and visual.

Music ranged from pop culture classics such as the Simpsons theme tune to folk fiddle music and modern pop. There were even some surprises; who knew Beethoven had arranged his Moonlight Sonata for saxophone?

This was the fourth concert of its kind organised by PMA, Plymouth University and Plymouth Music Hub. PMA has sponsored tuition in Plymouth secondary schools for the

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Plymouth-based frigate HMS Argyll in dramatic rescue of all 27 crew from blazing ship in Bay of Biscay Royal Navy sailors from Plymouth-based HMS Argyll have saved the 27 crew of a container ship which turned into a raging inferno in the Bay of Biscay off the French coast.

The crew spent eight hours saving every soul aboard the Grande America in the Bay of Biscay after the ship’s cargo of containers and cars caught fire.

The frigate – on her way home to Plymouth after nine months away in the Asia-Pacific region – responded to a mayday from the 28,000-tonne merchant ship about 150 miles southwest of Brest: the crew were fighting a losing battle against the flames and were abandoning ship into 5m to 6m seas at night.

When they did, all 27 crammed aboard the lifeboat which smashed into the heavy seas as it launched, damaging the craft which was unable to make headway.

Despite very difficult sea conditions, Argyll succeeded in launching her sea boat which nudged the lifeboat against the frigate’s side so the Grande America’s crew could be brought aboard.

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson said: “HMS Argyll’s swift and selfless response to very dangerous situation in difficult conditions undoubtedly saved 27 lives. I commend her crew.

“This rescue demonstrates that even on the final leg of a challenging nine month deployment to the Far East, the Royal Navy’s sailors remain vigilant and professional at all times.”

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HMS Argyll’s sea boat alongside the MV Grande America lifeboat, with the container ship ablaze in the background. Below: One of the exhausted survivors aboard HMs Argyll

lifeboat was bobbing around like a cork in a bathtub,” said Lieutenant Commander Dave Tetchner, HMS Argyll’s weapon engineer officer.

“The conditions were horrendous – the vessels were rolling at 30 degrees which made it extremely hairy getting the sailors safely on board. Royal Marines were on the ropes hauling people up, the sea boat was pushing the lifeboat against Argyll.”

The 27 sailors rescued were taken to the French port of Brest.

Lt Cdr Tetchner said none suffered lifethreatening injuries but some would require hospital treatment and all were stunned by their ordeal.

“It was pretty awful for them - they’d had to fight a fire in dreadful seas. Every one of them suffered smoke inhalation. Then they faced the prospect of abandoning ship and then their lifeboat failed. It was pretty awful all round and they were shocked.

“You see container ships like this every day when you’re sailing around the world. What

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MV Grande America was still aflame when Argyll left the merchant ship.

The Italianregistered vessel had been bound for Casablanca from Hamburg when the fire broke out at 8pm on March 10.

Lt Cdr Tetchner said the manner in which the 200 sailors and Royal Marines aboard HMS Argyll responded to the incident had been exemplary.

“You couldn’t single any one individual out - the way the whole ship responded was magnificent and demonstrated how good our training is and how every person on board reacted: the sea boat crew and the seamanship specialists, the Royal Marines getting stuck in, the bridge team handling the ship, the communicators co-ordinating things, the doctor, medics and stewards treating people and the chefs cooking up beans on toast

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Councillors support city-wide Clean Our Patch litter-picking Volunteer-led community action group Clean Our Patch has been supported by Labour Councillors from across the city, and the council’s Waste Management Team, to support them in their mission to clean up Plymouth.

Using grant donations from Labour city councillors, Clean Our Patch has purchased an events gazebo and around 60 litter pickers, 30 hoops, and 30 high visibility jackets, to support recruiting more volunteers and ensure their safety when out collecting rubbish.

Clean Our Patch was started in 2018 by El Clarke and Ash Samuels and has led around 80 litter picks across the city, including in Honicknowle, West Park, Keyham, Devonport, Mountwise, Mutley, Plymstock, Plympton, the Hoe, Bovisands, St Budeaux, and Burrington Park industrial estate. The volunteers have an arrangement with the City Council to collect rubbish after the litter picks. In 2018 volunteers with Clean Our Patch collected 1280 bags, roughly 12.5 tonnes of litter, plus a range of large items.

The first two months of 2019 have already seen the collection of 681 bags or 6.5 tonnes of litter.

Some of the more colourful items picked up include safes, ironing boards, a commode, Nikes, scooters, wallets and purses, stolen bank cards, piles of dirty nappies, needles, noz canisters, a satellite dish, a microwave, children’s toys, shopping trollies, Christmas trees complete with strings of lights, and a toilet brush!

El Clarke, co-founder of Clean our Patch, said: “When we first started out, we never imagined that it would grow into something so big. Words cannot describe the gratitude and appreciation that we have for all of the support we have received. We have been able to grow and develop our ambassador scheme and it is looking hopeful that we will have recruited in Keyham, Plympton and Plymstock. With the funding we have received we have been able to facilitate this growth and in time we will have groups in every ward of Plymouth! In some areas this may involve merging or collaborating with pre-existing groups. As well as the practical litter picking we will be developing an education scheme that will aim to educate at a grass roots level. We hope that this will be the key to making lasting change happen.”

Caroline Fisk from Waste Management (centre) with El Clarke (left) and volunteers

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