Chronicle Plymouth
June 2018
KEEP FIT, EARN MONEY Want to keep fit and earn money at the same time? Distributors and checkers needed for the Plymouth Chronicle! See page 20 for more details.
Loving life in Sherford!
@PlymChroniclePP
@PlymChroniclePP If you would like to submit a story, email info@cornerstonevision.com or if you would like to find out more information on the Plymouth Chronicle or our other publications, please visit www.cornerstonevision.com
Plympton & Plymstock
Previously the
See page 9 for a chance to win tickets for Ocean City Sounds
CONNECT WITH US
Elburton school’s Jubilee Playground fundraising campaign
Page 15
ALSO INSIDE: • Out and About • Community Job • Community Shop Directory • Cross Rhythms • Dial the Experts Experience
Luke and Jess Mitchell were one of the first couples to buy a home at the new Sherford development. They’ve been talking about their experiences... • Full story on page 2
2 June 2018
Sherford Life By Revd Tom Brassil
What causes you to celebrate wildly? Perhaps you’ve been following the build-up to the Royal Wedding avidly, and you enjoyed being part of the big day in some way with Harry and Meghan.
Or maybe you’re more of an FA Cup type, having eagerly glued yourself to the action in successive knock-out rounds over the past few months all leading up to the final. Whichever you are, hopefully you had some fun on Saturday May 19! Both these big national events have a way of bringing people together, and that was definitely evident in the new community of Sherford. Did you come along to the inaugural Street Party? Great fun had by young and old alike, from all sorts of backgrounds. Or perhaps you joined party-goers at another Royal Wedding party elsewhere in Plymouth, or at a screening of the titanic clash between sporting giants Chelsea and Manchester United. Whatever you did, I hope you were able to find a bit of joy and happiness at being part of one or other (or both) of those great events. What is it about something like a Royal Wedding that captures our minds and hearts? Perhaps it’s this: even in this day and age where so many marriages end in separation and heartbreak, we all want to believe in the possibility of true and permanent love. And what is it about something like an FA Cup final that fires us up? Maybe that we want to be part of something great and glorious! The other day I re-read the story of a wedding celebration that took place two millennia ago, but almost ended in disaster: the wine ran out! Fortunately for the bride and groom that day, one of the party guests went by the name of Jesus, and he did something quite spectacular, turning upwards of 500 litres of water into the most amazing wine anyone had ever tasted. Harry and Meghan’s wedding is estimated to cost about £32 million, possibly including £26,000 just on sausage rolls! But I expect that it had neither the quantity nor indeed the quality of the wine at this wedding 2000 years ago. Jesus did it not just to save the wedding but to show that there was something even greater available than true love shared between two people. What was on offer then, and is still on offer today, is nothing less than the full and everlasting love of God. There’s more: in taking hold of that love we find ourselves being part of something even greater and more glorious than our team lifting the FA Cup. We are offered a share in everlasting glory! So enjoy these little glimpses of happiness and glory like on that wonderful Saturday, but don’t just be satisfied with them, because even better is on offer! If you have any questions about Sherford life, or if you would like to talk more about finding lasting happiness, please contact me at tom@ sherfordchurch.net
@PlymChronicle
Luke and Jess have their dream home - thanks to Help to Buy
Local couple, Jess and Luke Mitchell bought their first home at Linden Homes’ Sherford development by using the Help to Buy scheme.
Luke, 29, is a postman and his wife Jess, 28, works at Ladybirds Day Nursery in Brixton. They moved to a new three bedroom house at Sherford in August, just after their wedding. Speaking about their experience, Luke said: “We’d been renting a three bedroom house in Plymstock for two years and hadn’t even thought about buying our own home, it seemed like a long way off. “One day we decided to have a look around Sherford, just to see how it was taking shape. We loved the homes, they were full of character but we assumed they’d be out of our price range. When we were admiring one house, Tom the sales executive said ‘this could be yours’ and it really made us think. “We spoke to New Homes Mortgage Helpline and the sales team, who let us know that we could afford to move and then introduced us to the Help to Buy scheme. Our family helped us with the five per cent deposit and the rest happened very quickly. We find it amazing that we own a bigger house than we rented, yet pay £200 less per month – it’s unbelievable!” Jess added: “Ever since I was little I’ve had a dream home in my mind – a red brick house with a chimney, a red door and a front garden. As soon as I saw our house, I completely fell in love with it – and it even ticked every item from the list! It has a lovely cottagey-feel but it’s so big and gives us plenty of room to grow. “We loved the look of older style properties but we didn’t have the time to do all the work involved and wanted that fresh finish. The homes at Sherford suited us perfectly so it really does feel like we have the best of both worlds. “The staff at Linden Homes were excellent and provided us with lots of reassurance and held our hands throughout the process. When I heard that the sales team were looking for
Jess and Luke Mitchell
an extra pair of hands, I recommended my sister who’s in property and she now works there too! We love the community spirit at Sherford, our neighbours are lovely and we feel very lucky to be part of it.” Brian Deacon, sales and marketing director at Linden Homes, said: “We’re absolutely delighted that local couple, Luke and Jess have been able to buy their first home at Sherford using Help to Buy. “Sherford is such a community and it’s great to see the new town grow in size with more residents, homes and even the new school which is well on its way.” Created as part of a consortium, Sherford will see 5,500 classically designed homes built as part of an exciting new town. Nestled in the South Hams, with easy access to Plymouth, the new town will incorporate high quality homes with a host of amenities, including a market square, schools, shops,
a leisure centre, plus woodland and wildlife habitats. Currently available at Sherford is a collection of two, three, four and five bedroom homes, ranging in price from £200,000 to £379,950. Linden Homes is offering initiatives like Part Exchange and Help to Buy to help homebuyers move. Designed to assist first time buyers and existing homeowners, Help to Buy is a government backed scheme that applies to any new build property up to the value of £600,000. It enables homebuyers to purchase a new home with just five per cent deposit and a 20 per cent Government loan but still own 100 per cent of the property. For more details visit the sales and marketing suite, open daily from 10am to 5pm, off Haye Road, near Plymouth, PL9 8AR, call 01752 526561 or see the website at www.lindenhomes.co.uk
Help to Buy also helped Chloe and Josh Chloe Bradley and Josh Ackland became the were really helpful and told us to just pop in first residents on their street at Sherford at if we were unsure about something. “Help to Buy wasn’t stressful, it was the end of November last year. Since moving into their three bedroom home, the couple have been joined by several other families and are enjoying life in this ever growing community at Sherford. Previously based in a rented flat in Plympton, Chloe and Josh were looking to upsize, but they never imagined that a three storey townhouse would be within their reach. Chloe said: “I can’t believe that we’ve gone from renting a flat to living in a three storey townhouse, we still look around and think is this our home? It didn’t feel real at first, we’d always liked the idea of a new build but we didn’t think we’d be able to get a home like this, it’s just incredible. ” “There are so many gorgeous features to the property. We have the whole of the top floor as our bedroom and en-suite, and there are no box rooms - all the bedrooms are huge. “One of my favourite spots is the lounge, it’s so warm because the sun beams in everyday. We never thought that this would be the kind of house that we’d go for but we absolutely love it. With such busy lifestyles, Josh is a chef and I’m a host manager at a local hotel, we’re always in and out so we wanted something that would be ready and waiting, and we’ve been lucky enough to get exactly that. “I’m so grateful that we’ve been able to cut out all the fuss you get with an old house. In fact, we couldn’t believe how easy it was; we used Help to Buy and the sales executives
quite the opposite, and only needing a 5% deposit made our move possible. The whole process was much faster than expected; we came back from our holiday and the Sales Executives told us we could have the keys straight away.” While enjoying life in their home, Josh and Chloe are excited about their future at Sherford, as Chloe added: “For a young couple who want a family, Sherford is perfect
because you can plan for the future. “We can see the town developing and it’s brilliant to watch the school that our children will go to being built. It’s reassuring to know that we’ll have everything we need, I can honestly say that we could live here forever.” To find out more about the homes available at Sherford visit the sales information centre at the development or call 01752 967833 to speak to one of the sales executives. More information about this, and other developments within the region, is available at www.taylorwimpey.co.uk. Chloe Bradley and Josh Ackland
June 2018
@PlymChronicle
3
Midsummer Festival is one of the year’s big highlights for Plympton St Maurice It’s a testimony to community spirit that an annual event can be so successful year in, year out. That community spirit belongs to Plympton St Maurice and the event is ‘The Midsummer Festival’.
Every year the event gets bigger and better, and every year sees new faces help in the organisation of the Festival as youngsters from the village volunteer to keep the traditional celebrations going. This year the Festival is being held from Friday June 15 to Sunday June 17. James Heesem, 25 is one of the upcoming organisers of the event. “The Midsummer Festival is one of my earliest memories,” said James, who lives in the village. “Now I’ve been given the opportunity to work alongside Duncan and Paddy Bray who have run the event successfully for many years and have been its mainstay. It’s important that the event carries on for future generations to enjoy and between us we hope it will.” James and the other younger members of the Midsummer Committee are happy to follow the successful formula of the ageold celebration and this year will be no exception. The weekend starts off on a high note with the Joshua Reynolds choir performing on Friday night at 7.30pm at St Maurice church. They’re performing “100 Years of Music” which includes many popular tunes. Tickets £5 on the door and includes a glass of wine. Hele’s School Samba Band
The Lamb Feast kicks off on Saturday June 16 at noon with a procession of glorious classic cars winding their way through the village to the Castle Green. The local Stannator and his Youth Ambassador will be in the lead car and the vehicles can be admired throughout the afternoon. Succulent lamb baps are one of the attractions enjoyed by many. And there’s all the fun of the fair for the entire family – including the dog! Each year the dog show is well supported with pooches of all makes strutting their stuff, trying to catch the judge’s eye. Martial arts expert and teacher Andy Cooper will be demonstrating a variety of skills including self-defence with pupils from his classes held at the Plympton Guildhall. Football your thing? then try your skills on the football speed machine - one of the many activities available. Youngsters will enjoy the swing boats, face painting and bouncy castle, candy floss and yummy Devon ice cream. Wander round the many stalls selling everything from plants to cakes then rest your legs in the tea tent and listen to the steel and brass bands or watch the Susan Jane School of Dancing as one of the arena events. Pulling all this together will be no problem for event compere John Govier. John, a former BBC Radio Devon presenter now runs The Brook Inn pub in the village and is happy to volunteer for the role. “St Maurice is a great community” he said “and I’m glad to be part of it.”
Youngsters from the Susan Jane School of Dancing performing at the festival last year
Over the weekend the Plympton Painting Group will be exhibiting art in the Plympton Guildhall. And keen gardeners are out in droves on Sunday June 17. For many the jewel in the Festival crown is ‘The Hidden Gardens of St Maurice’ when gardeners visit from far and wide to explore the beautiful gardens tucked behind the façade of the ancient houses.
“It’s more than just enjoying the gardens” said organiser Freddie Mills. “The event gives everyone the chance to see the fascinating history that is still hidden in the village today.” Gardens open at 2pm; tickets cost £5, children free. Ukelele players and cream teas in the church all add up to the lovely afternoon. It’s definitely a weekend not to be missed. Ancient Plympton St Maurice fire engine
6 WEEK SUMMER SIZZLER MEMBERSHIP Includes Gym • Squash • Fitness Classes • Tone Zone Swimming • Jacuzzi • Sauna • Steam Room • Spinning
ONLY £65.00
To LOOK GOOD & FEEL GREAT call us today!
01752 407999
info@fortstamford.co.uk www.fortstamford.co.uk Mount Batten, Plymouth PL9 9TU
4 June 2018
@PlymChronicle
Out and About Your guide to events in the local community and beyond
Spring Fayre May 26 Meadowside and St Francis Care Centre. 2pm to 4pm. With a bouncy castle, musical entertainment, children’s games, stalls, a raffle, glitter tattoos, a BBQ and refreshments, there’s something for all the family.
Gin Festival Plymouth 2018 Jun 29 Plymouth Pavilions The UK’s first, biggest and best gin festival is making it’s first visit to Plymouth and there’s going to be enormous variety of different gins. As well as the opportunity to try a huge variety of gins from all over the world (including exclusive gins you won’t see anywhere else), there will be live music, great food and a gin cocktail bar. There will also be gin masterclasses, and the opportunity to meet gin distillers in person, try free samples and chat about their gin.
Freedom Fields Festival
Plymstock Gardening Society May 28 Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of the month at Plymstock United Church, Plymstock Road Oreston. Next meeting is on May 28 at 7.30pm when Brian Steele will be talking about the history of Radford Park. Classic Car Show June 3 Organised by Saltram Rotary Club in aid of Devon Air Ambulance. To be held in the beautiful setting of the Lyneham Estate, near Yealmpton PL8 2LG. Gates open 11am until 5pm. Admission £2 per adult.Many classic cars will be on show lovingly cared for by their owners. There will be many various stalls including food and crafts, plus a bar which will be run by The Volunteer pub. Bouncy castle for the little ones. A great family day out! Plant Stall Jun 6 Plymstock Gardening Society will have a wide variety of plants for sale at Plymstock Broadway between 9am and 3pm. The society’s volunteering members will be on hand to chat about a shared interest in gardening and plants and welcome new members and visitors to the society’s meetings which are held on the fourth Monday of the month at Plymstock United Church in Oreston. Summer Fayre June 9 Organised by Hooe & Turnchapel Community Association at Hooe & Turnchapel Community Centre from 2pm. Stalls, refreshments and a big draw. Plymouth Green Book Club June 12 Discussion on The Cabaret of Plants - Botany and the Imagination - by Richard Maybe. Join in the discussion with guest expert Alison Smith, Plantlife’s lead community scientist. In Richard Mabey’s characteristic lyrical and informative tone, The Cabaret of Plants explores plant species which have challenged our imaginations, awoken wonder and upturned our ideas about history, science, beauty and belief. From Ice Age artists, to the Romantic poets, via colonialism and the nineteenth century botanical mania of empire, Richard Mabey concludes with the latest revelations of possible ‘plant intelligence’ in this extraordinary collection of encounters between plants and people. The event is free and open to all and takes place from 6.30pm to 8pm in Room 405 of the Babbage Building at Plymouth University. ‘Rustle’ with Paddleboat Theatre Company June 16 Soapbox Children’s Theatre. 2pm. Paddleboat Theatre Company invites you to help set up camp so that they can tell you the greatest campfire story ever told: where sleeping bags evolve into monsters, rucksacks become friends and torches highlight the forest’s closest secrets. Join in for an interactive family adventure jampacked with puppets, songs and outdoor surprises. What’s That Noise? June 16 - July 6 Soapbox Children’s Theatre. 11am and 1.30pm. There is a squeak and a tantalising toot, a crisp crash and a hilarious hoot. Where does it come from? What does it mean? A whispered word and a scrumptious scream! Listen to the noises that come out of the horn, can you guess from where they were born? The sound collectors are listening and gathering up a cacophony of sounds to put into the sound machine. Fun, visual and interactive, this piece of theatre will be a joy to all the senses. A Magical Musical Journey June 23 Affinity Community Theatre (ACT), the community theatre group, present an afternoon of popular music and comedy at the William Sutton Memorial Hall at Shelley Way, St Budeaux at 2pm. Ticket prices are just £2 for over 60s and £3 for under 60s. Tickets can be obtained by phoning, 07493 288461. The show will feature songs
Not to be missed
Plymouth History Festival Until June 3 Throughout Plymouth Back for its sixth year, Plymouth History Festival is an annual celebration of Plymouth’s history and heritage, and takes place across the city in a range of venues and locations. Each year, the programme features around 100 different events including exhibitions and displays, guided walks and tours, talks, family activities and special events. For more information visit https://historyfestival2018.wordpress.com Firepower Day May 25 Crownhill Fort Now in its fourth year, Firepower Day is an established highlight of the Plymouth History Festival. See the Fort’s armament in action, as well as plenty of gunfire from rifles, field guns and cannons. Green Man Festival May 26 and 27 Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park The Green Man is back for its fifth year, bringing the rebirth of the natural world with him. Created by artists and volunteers, this massive figure will preside over a joyous two day event celebrated by the bands Black Friday and Harbottle and Jonas. This free family festival includes such wonders as medieval knights in shining armour, archery for all, a celebration of British wildlife, circus acts, hog roasts, the ArrowBarrows, Lodestone Morris and a mixture of food and craft stalls. There may even be a Viking attack or two… Boringdon Gin Festival May 27 Boringdon Hall Hotel Join in the fun at Boringdon Hall Hotel for the annual Gin Festival on the Boringdon Hall Lawn and enjoy the finest gin accompanied by food stands, live music and outdoor activities and games including lawn chess, croquet, archery and air rifles. 2017 saw gin stands to include Tarquins Gin, Pinkster Gin, Beefeater Gin, Plymouth Gin, and many more, and 2018 won’t disappoint. Foodies can enjoy a range of dishes on offer such as traditional paella, locally sourced Devonshire burgers, hot dogs, potted Cornish crab and smoked mackerel, vegetarian dishes and a crepe stand.
the fete will provide a fabulous day out for all the family - whatever the weather! More than 40 exhibitors will be setting up stalls in the hotel’s Crystal Room and outside in the gardens, offering vintage and artisan products - everything from handmade jewellery and soaps to home and garden, woodwork and the most beautiful and unique gifts. There will be workshops throughout the day as well as entertainment provided for all the family.
Plymouth Hoe Bike Nights May 31 The Hoe Plymouth Hoe Bike Nights on the Hoe Promenade by kind permission of the Plymouth City Council supports local children’s charity, Jeremiah’s Journey. The gates open at 6pm until 9pm with a requested minimum donation of £1 per person in the charity buckets, which will allow you to see hundreds of motorcycles, trikes and quads of all types. There will also be motorcycle trade stands, fast food catering and a live band on the G and C Catering stage. Flavour Fest Jun 1 - 3 Armada Way Returning for its 15th year, Flavour Fest is the South West’s largest free food and drink festival. With nearly 100 stalls and an exciting programme on the chef stage, there will be something new to taste or experience - whether you’re a novice chef or a food connoisseur. The star of the chef stage this year is MasterChef judge and presenter John Torode, who will be cooking on stage as well as hosting a book signing of his latest cookery book. Throughout the weekend, you’ll be able to pick up some great tips and inspiration from the line up of local and celebrity chefs.
Summer Garden Fete May 28 Kitley House Hotel With beautiful Dartmoor as the stunning backdrop,
Freedom Fields Festival 2018 Jun 2 - 3 Freedom Fields Park Celebrating over 10 years of the festival, Freedom Fields Festival will feature two days of fantastic live music, scrumptious food, market stalls, rides and activities with a relaxed family friendly atmosphere. Held at Freedom Fields Park, it celebrates the diverse community of Greenbank, Mutley and the surrounding locations bringing a mix of culture, local talent and community spirit together to show off the best of the place so many of us call home.
from, Priscilla Queen Of The Desert, South Pacific, Oklahoma and many more well known musicals as well as a short sketch - Scrooge But Not As You Know It with a guest appearance by Gordon Cook, a well known local singer and two very talented young dancers.
Music For a Summer’s Day June 30 Brent Singers at St Petroc’s Church, South Brent starting at 7.30pm. For information contact Jill Barber on 01752 893703.
Plymstock Gardening Society June 25 Guest speaker Graham Titchmarsh will be talking about plants that changed the world. Plymstock United Church Hall, Plymstock Road, Oreston 7pm onwards. New members always welcome.
An Evening of Gilbert & Sullivan June 30 Featuring Trial by Jury and HMS Pinafore at Stoke Damerel Church in Paradise Road at 7.30pm. A semistaged production by Plymouth Gilbert & Sullivan
Plymouth Armed Forces Day 2018 Jun 30 The Hoe Celebrate Plymouth’s proud military tradition at the annual Armed Forces Day, which this year will also be commemorating the RAF’s 100th anniversary. It will showcase the services with static and arena displays and parades. The exciting arena programme will return this year, with a highlight being the Field Gun competitions and the Parade of Standards will see cadets and veterans alike march across the Hoe Promenade. There will also be military vehicles, equipment and static helicopters on display to see up close as well as the opportunity to meet the Royal Navy, Army, Marines, RAF and veterans’ organisations in a variety of villages set out across the Hoe. Plymouth Model Show Jun 30 Plymouth Guildhall Come along to the annual scale model show. Two large displays will commemorate 100 years since WWI finished and also the centenary of the Royal Air Force. There will be static and radio control models, model railways and a variety of displays from South West model clubs and winner model clubs from Brittany. A model competition is also taking place during the day. The cafe sells hot and cold food and there will be a tombola running throughout the event. Eggbuckland Community Festival Jul 14 Frogmore Field, Eggbuckland Featuring a bouncy castle, face painting, tug of war, mini fair, archery, a dog show and entertainment from magicians to ukulele players and from dancers to live bands, Eggbuckland Community Festival promises to be a fabulous fun day out for all the family. All funds raised on the day will be donated to Cancer Research UK. Ocean City Sounds Jul 26 - 27 Plymouth Hoe Join in the fun for two nights of incredible live music this summer. Starting off the first day with a bang is indie titans Bastille with a full 90 minute set, alongside singer songwriter Ella Eyre, rapper Professor Green and Club MTV favourites R3WIRE & VARSKI who will be getting the party started. Day two will have Pete Tong and the Heritage Orchestra headlining with their full Ibiza Classic show, conducted by Jules Buckley, as well as one half of cult DJ duo Groove Armada Tom Findlay will also be performing as well as BBC Radio 1 Presenter Danny Howard. An Ibiza inspired night of music, sure to transport you back to happy holidays of the 90s! Fellowship. For tickets contact Debbie Smith on 01752 216697 or Marilyn Goldsbrough on 01752 564847. Tickets £10, concessions £8. Tickets also available on the door. Refreshments available. Pick’n’Mix 2018 July 14 and 15 Plymouth Children’s Theatre present their summer show at The House Theatre, University of Plymouth. The group is a growing children’s theatre company for three to 18 years old.
June 2018
PLYMPTON ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC
@PlymChronicle
TRADITIONAL ACUPUNCTURE FOR: Back Pain Joint Pain Pain Relief Arthritis Addictions Stress
• • • • • •
• • • • • •
Asthma Menstrual Problems Skin Problems Fatigue/ME IBS/Digestion Circulation and many more...
Michael Clements MA. Lic.Ac. MBAcC
◆ Tree removal ◆ Tree & hedge reduction ◆ Stump grinding ◆ Hedge Trimming ◆ Grass cutting ◆ Clearances ◆ Turfing ◆ All aspects of fencing ◆ Tarmacing, Block paving & Resin Bond ◆ Landscaping ◆ Decking ◆ Retaining walls ◆ Construction
The complete landscape and maintenance service Free quotations, fully insured
01752 341613
Member British Acupuncture Council
Free Easy Parking and Access to A38 • 01752 770998
www.evglimited.co.uk
www.mclementsacupuncture.co.uk
Coupon
10% OFF On all parts supplied when fitted or purchased from our shop in Lipson Vale (discount on parts only)
Excluding VAT
MORLEY CARS TAXI
www.spreaker.com/user/PlymptonPodcast
Online audio this month includes: Interview about historic police artefacts Plympton’s local election results Plympton history items
May Fair Blue Light Day History week coverage Tel: 07752 698504 | E: plymptonpodcast@gmail.com
The
E&OE
Valid until 30/06/2018
Door Doctor UK Ltd. Domestic & commercial
Tel: 01752 221156 www.thedoordoctor.co.uk 30 Percy Terrace, Alexandra Rd, Lipson Vale PL4 7HG
See our advert on this page
Coupon 10% DISCOUNT
YOUR LOCAL COMPANY
Follow us at Facebook.com/PlymptonPodcast for local What’s Ons plus pictures and videos of life in Plympton. Recent additions include:
5
WE TAXI THE OLD WAY
667788
at Cattedown or Mutley Plain Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer in store. E&OE, Terms and Conditions apply. Valid until 31/12/18
See our advert on page 7
WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY
Coupon
DON’T JUST JOIN A GYM
THIS VOUCHER ENTITLES THE HOLDER TO A FREE WEIGH & MEASURE INCLUDING INITIAL ASSESSMENT, PLUS
• Mobile Repair Service • Spares for PVC/Aluminium • Doors & Windows / Handles & Hinges • Wide Range Of Locks & Mechanisms, • Security Bolts & Patio Door Wheels • Free Estimates & No Call-Out Charge • Double Glazed Sealed units
Visit our Shop For Trade & DIY
Tel: 01752 221156
www.thedoordoctor.co.uk
30 Percy Terrace, Alexandra Rd, Lipson Vale PL4 7HG
6 FREE WORKOUTS at
At
, a Coach is always included
Curves Plymstock Unit 2 Lower Ground Floor (Next to the Bike cellar) 11/13 Radford Park Road, Plymstock PL9 9DG
Telephone 01752 406700
SCRUBBITTS
www.scrubbitts.com See our voucher on this page
Coupon
SCRUBBITTS Summer Special Offer 2 rooms, hall or landing
£55 with this voucher
07870 417 454
www.scrubbitts.com Voucher valid until 30/06/2018
Coupon The Kingfisher Voucher
Machine stays in the van, we move everything as we clean, 14 years experience and fully insured
07870 417 454
Only redeemable at Curves Plymstock until 01/07/18. Please phone to book your initial appointment.
Tel Steve or Lyn
Professional Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners
Check out our Summer Special offer Tel Steve or Lyn
Plymstock
See Super Saver Voucher for Offer & Details
DINE 2 FOR £10 (2X MEDIUM COD CHIPS & PEAS) 4th June - 24th June 2018 Excluding Fridays
Offer valid only with this voucher
Not to be used with any other offers. Non transferable to other menu items. One voucher per customer
Open: Mon - Sun 12 noon - 9pm
Tel: 01752 3355670618EA See our advert on this page
COMMUNITY
6 June 2018
@PlymChronicle
JOB SHOP Jane’s fundraising for brave baby Elsie Advertise your vacancy FREE in Job Shop
All local businesses, voluntary groups, and individuals organisations and groups are invited to post their job vacancies in our Community Job Shop feature. This must be for part-time and voluntary jobs only and should contain no more than 50 words, including contact details. All you have to do is send the details via e-mail to info@cornerstonevision.com Deadline for each issue is the 10th of the month prior. VOLUNTEERS Interested in helping your local community? The City of Plymouth Credit Union is a community-based financial service for Devon and Cornwall, owned and controlled by its members. The posts involve both back office administrative and front office customer service roles, full training will be provided. If interested, email office@cpcu.co.uk CLEANER Honest and reliable domestic cleaner required for 2 hours/week. Previous experience essential and must be particular. £8/hour. Call 01752 771766.
A teacher at Hele’s School in Plympton is fundraising for her granddaughter who lives thousands of miles away.
Music teacher Jane Lee was due to visit New Zealand last July to see her son Tom and baby granddaughter, whose nickname is Elsie Bells. Jane was looking forward to the trip of a lifetime - but when she arrived her tearful son Tom told her that Elsie didn’t have mumps as was first thought, but had a rare form of child cancer called Neuroblastoma. The cancer had spread throughout her body and she was diagnosed with stage 4. New Zealand is a beautiful place and Jane managed to see some of it, but most of her time was spent in the CHOC (Children’s Haematology and Oncology Centre) ward at Christchurch hospital. Elsie was 10 months old at the time and during the past year she has undergone chemotherapy, stem cell transplants, an operation to remove the main tumour and is now currently going through immunotherapy
SHOP ASSISTANT Churchwood Valley Holiday Park, Wembury have a vacancy for a shop assistant to cover some shifts in our park shop from April to October. The hours are 8.30-11am and 5-7pm, Mon – Fri and 9-12am on Sundays. If you are interested contact us on 01752 862382 or email shirley@churchwoodvalley.com COOK Bethany Christian Home, Plymouth have a parttime (34 hours over two weeks) position available for a cook. £7.85 to £8.35 per hour Tel: 0300 303 8440, or apply online at: jobs.pilgrimsfriend.org.uk/ vacancy/cook-339793.html DISTRIBUTORS Cornerstone Vision, publishers of the Plymouth Chronicle, are looking for distributors, to help deliver leaflets across the city and surrounding area. Transport an advantage, own phone number essential. We are particularly looking for people to help cover Efford, Ernesettle, Saltash, Ivybridge and Torpoint, although other areas may be available. Please email john@cornerstonevision.com or call 01752 225623 VOLUNTEERS We need you! Could you spare a morning or an afternoon to help us? You would meet new people, be part of a team, learn new skills and help local people in Plymouth. Various shifts are available. Contact the Manager at Plymouth Drake Foundation Charity Shop, Radford Park Road, Plymstock 01752 491305
Jackie Fergus from Hele’s School presenting a cheque to Jane Lee for £300
Elsie
treatment. She is an amazing little girl with amazing parents and she has responded well to treatment. During this time Elsie’s parents have had to put work on hold to spend precious time with their daughter and a fund-raising page was set up in New Zealand to help support Elsie and her family. On Jane’s return home and back to work she knew she had to start to fundraise in order to help her family thousands of miles away. She started to raise money through selling her and her husband’s artwork in the staff room at Hele’s School where Jane works. Jane explained: “Team Hele’s certainly came through for me and were incredibly supportive and generous! Not only the staff but Year 7 students put on a talent show to raise money for Elsie and what a talented lot
Elsies beads of courage. She is given a bead for every treatment she receives she is currently on over 400!
they are.” The staff raised £300 through a raffle during the quiz and curry night. Prizes for the raffle were donated by staff at the school Elsie is now on the last stage of her treatment and Jane is hoping to see her this Christmas when she visits the UK.
The Brook Inn nominated for ‘Best Community Hub’ award The Brook Inn at Plympton St Maurice has been shortlisted in the Best Community Hub category at the Ei Group Awards for Excellence.
panel of experts from across the industry who will decide from the six shortlisted pubs, which will make the final three. The final three pubs will then be invited to Coombe VOLUNTEERS Abbey for a gala awards ceremony where a This year’s inaugural Ei Group Awards for Our charity Sensory Solutions is recruiting for a Hearing Support Volunteer to join us Excellence aim to recognise the achievements category winner and two runners-up will be announced. for a few hours on a Friday. This role involves of all types of Ei Group’s operators from all The Brook Inn’s landlord, John Govier, said: helping people with sensory loss who visit our around the country. The awards will highlight Resource Centre to adjust to life with hearing “We’re delighted to be shortlisted from such the accomplishments of some of the most loss and make best use of the support and a big national field of entries, it is testament innovative and successful publicans across a technology available. Our new volunteer will to all the hard work and effort the team has number of categories. work as part of a team and be supported by our put in over the past four years to position The pub’s entry will now be judged by a Sensory Workers. Comprehensive training will be The Brook at the heart of provided. This role is well suited to a person who the local community. Now Brook Inn landlord John Govier pictured with the has some hearing loss themselves. For more we just have to keep our information and to apply, please contact us on Best Venue award in 2016 fingers crossed that we 01752 201899. are successful in the final selection.” VOLUNTEERS The Brook Inn’s motto Wanted to support the work of the Plymouth is ‘more than just a pub’, Liskeard and Distrct Branch of the MS Society. reflecting the wide range of For details call 01752 240490. events that take place there CLEANERS FOR PRIVATE HOMES - including Tai Chi classes, If you have previous experience and watercolour art lessons, references and preferably a car, we have clients Friendship Club, line dancing, who will value your services. Choose how many conversational French hours you want to work and build them up lessons, live entertainment around your own and your family’s requirements. and much more. You can do regular or occasional jobs or both – For more information on it’s up to you. £9 an hour paid directly after the the awards, please visit www. clean. Please call 01752 395900 to apply. You can eigroupawards.com also apply online www.cleanersrus.co.uk
Lucky
Paws for music!
A charity concert to raise funds for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is being held at Harewood House, Plympton on June 9, starting at 7.30pm.
The event will feature The Sunset Swing Band and the Sir Joshua Reynolds Choir, whose chairman, Janet Owens is a puppy socialiser for the charity. She is currently walking her 10th puppy - who is called Lucky. The evening will be attended by several recipients of Hearing Dogs as well as some of the puppies in training. Tickets cost £7.50 and must be booked in advance from Janet on Plymouth 402648 or Edward Gig on Plymouth 405429.
June 2018
We won’t be beaten on price or choice!
UP TO
25%
OFF
With this voucher. Specific fabrics while stock lasts. Offer only valid with ‘UK Blinds Plymouth Ltd’. Must be mentioned to vender before quoting. Expires 30/06/18
Comprehensive Range of Styles & Fabric Quality Blinds Made to Last Free Measuring & Quotation Discounts For Multiple Blinds Free Fitting Celebrating 25 Years Service CALL TODAY FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE
01752 300923 | 07765 033470 www.ukblindsplymouth.co.uk
Mazuru Ltd Call us for custom-built business software to fit your company.
01752 245733
Desktop database applications Networked relational databases Web applications Mobile apps CRM, project management, logistics management, invoicing, stock control, etc.
office@mazuru.co.uk www.mazuru.co.uk
@PlymChronicle
kitchens, bedrooms & bathrooms Comprehensive Design Supply & Fit or Supply only QUO TE
3 Stowford Business Park, Ivybridge PL21 0BE Call: 01752 896464 email@systemkbb.co.uk
FREE S
O CHARF GE
CARE TO FOSTER IN PLYMOUTH? Do you have a spare room, sense of humour and a real desire to help children and young people? We offer a generous allowance, professional training and great local support.
Please visit our website for upcoming events
FOSTER FOR CAPSTONE
Call 01454 423820 or visit www.capstonefostercare.co.uk Weaver Arborist Services
Professional Tree Surgeon
Tree removal & felling • Crown reduction pruning Crown thinning & lifting • Deadwooding
01752 560818 / 07846 824834 iain@weaverarboristservices.com
Call for a free, no obligations quote. Fully qualified and insured. I.S.A Certified Arborist.
A PRITCHARD PLUMBER & CENTRAL
HEATING ENGINEER
• Central Heating 24 H • Boiler Changes Cal our l Ou • All Plumbing Work t • Free Estimates • Landlord Certs • All work fully Insured & Guaranteed
Tel:01752 766419 Mob:07968 949558 pritchardplumbing@btinternet.com All major debit & credit cards accepted.
www.a1plumberplymouth.co.uk 223130
WWW.LED-BAND.COM
uFest
Plympton pub to tackle loneliness in the community with TLC events
The Brook Inn at Plympton St Maurice is introducing a new weekly get-together for people in the local area who live alone, are feeling lonely or simply would like to meet more people. Called TLC Thursdays, they take place at The Brook Inn on Thursday afternoons from 3.30pm and 4.30pm and were launched on May 17. TLC - which stands for Tea, Laughter and Company – was inspired when landlord John Govier was watching a TV programme about loneliness. He said: “We’ve always aimed to position The Brook Inn at the heart of the community. We already host lots of activities like Tai Chi lessons, watercolour art classes, lots of live music and even line dancing nights - and in the four years we’ve been at the pub our staff and customers have raised over £10,000 for local charities too - but I got to thinking that we haven’t really done anything to give a reason for people who live alone - or who are feeling lonely - to get out and mingle.” John posted the idea on the pub’s Facebook page and asked his customers to come up with a name for the event. “One of our regulars, Glenis Gibbs, came up with what we thought would make a catchy title - TLC (standing for Tea, Laughter and Company) and so we went ahead and had a logo made by another of our customers, Peggy Melmoth.” The idea has captured the imagination of other customers too and John has been inundated with messages from people who want to offer their help. “I’ve had musicians offering to provide sing-alongs, South West MP Gary Streeter is going to do a Q+A session on May 24, a local historian has offered to give a talk, some local WI members have said they’ll maybe bake some cakes and Rev Robert Harris the local rector has offered to help in a variety of ways too,” said John. “Pubs have historically always been the hub of the local community and this is as important today as it’s ever been.” For more information call John Govier on 01752 297604.
FORMER PLYMPTON COUNCILLOR DIES SAT 2 JUNE @ 3PM LIVE ON PLYMOUTH HOE AN HOUR OF INFECTIOUS HIP-HOP AND ELECTRO-POP MUSIC MIXED WITH LED’S POSITIVE AND LIFE CHANGING MESSAGE
SPONSORED BY GOD TV
@GODTV
7
Former Plympton St Mary ward councillor Delia Ford has passed away after a long illness. Mrs Ford passed away peacefully on April 24 at St Luke’s Hospice and her funeral was held at Weston Mill Crematorium on May 8. Mrs Ford first won the Plympton St Mary seat for the Conservatives in the year 2000 after the retirement of Joan Stopporton. She last stood in the seat in 2007 when she retained it with a majority of more than 600 votes. (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)
8 June 2018
@PlymChronicle
Clyde, the St Bernard, rescued by Woodside after having three homes in less than a year
Plymouth animal charity warning on growing social media pet trade A growing trade in animals on social media is fuelling a worrying rise in the number of dogs being passed from home to home before being rescued by a Plymouth charity.
Woodside Animal Welfare Sanctuary is taking in an increasing number of animals, particularly dogs, who have been sold on social media and online selling sites to buyers who have no clear idea what they are taking. Some of these dogs are being rehomed multiple times and, in some cases, moved around the country, causing them unnecessary distress, before they are rescued by the sanctuary at Elfordleigh. Sanctuary manager Helen LeCointe said: “People buy a dog through online selling sites, it doesn’t suit them and back online the dog goes to be sold again. It wouldn’t surprise
Family rides Beginner rides Challenging rides Active mums rides Ladies only rides Mountain bike rides Rides for everyone... Find your local ride at www.letsride.co.uk
TRANSFORM
YOUR OLD
me if some dogs have had as many as 10 homes. “People buy them on impulse off sites like Gumtree. There is no back-up if there are any problems. A dog might be described as ‘good with children’ when it actually isn’t. The dog could have health problems, which you won’t find out about until later, or might be aggressive. “For the animal it is really unsettling and they can end up being dysfunctional as they are passed from one home with one set of rules and another home with another set of rules.” Helen is also concerned about some animals being traded for profit, and even dog fighting. “You are leaving yourself open to people who might be buying a dog simply to try and make a profit, we have even heard of dogs being used for dog fighting,” she said. Among the dogs rescued by Woodside is Clyde the St Bernard who, at just 10 months old, has already had three homes, two of which were found through internet selling sites such as Gumtree and Preloved. The charity has also been caring for a Staffordshire Terrier puppy sold in this way. Assistant manager Dawn Cornish said: “Very often dogs sold on these sites end up here. Both the staff pup and St Bernard were bought on an internet selling site. We are grateful that these owners contacted us for help, rather than putting the dogs back online. “By bringing them to us, we can find them the correct home and stop them going back and forth to different homes.” If potential owners insist on buying pets through social media and online sites, Dawn urged them to first look into the animal’s history and breed type. “If you are going to buy through these sites, you need to look at the history of the dog and how long it’s been in its current home, and also into the breed of the dog,” she said, “otherwise you might not be getting what you think.” For more information, please call Woodside on 01752 337552, visit www.woodsidesanctuary. org.uk or find the charity on Facebook.
CONSERVATORY
E
Finance options available
ABLISHED ST
5
O F P LY M P T O N Glass and Glazing Federation
• PVCu WINDOWS & DOORS • FASCIA & SOFFITS • CONSERVATORIES • FOLDING / SLIDING DOORS • ALUMINIUM WINDOWS & DOORS • TIMBER WINDOWS & DOORS SECONDARY DOUBLE GLAZING • REPLACEMENT SEALED UNITS •
01752 339373 www.sunrisewindows.co.uk
Terrier puppy purchased online
No Stamp Duty for First Time Buyers? Stamp duty has now been abolished for most first time buyers in England and Northern Ireland. In the Budget on 22 November 2017, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced a relief from stamp duty land tax (SDLT) for first time buyers. This relief was applied with immediate effect for all purchases on or after 22 November 2017. First time buyers buying their first home for £300,000 or less will pay no SDLT. Where the purchase price is over £300,000 but does not exceed £500,000 they will pay 5% on the amount above £300,000. The relief applies when buying a single dwelling for no more than £500,000. The buyers must be individuals, not a company, and each of them needs to be classed as a first time buyer. They must intend to occupy the property as their only or main residence and not be buying the property as a second home or
buy to let. The purchase must also not be linked to any other purchase. The only exceptions to this are the purchase of land that forms part of the gardens or is for the benefit of the property or gardens. In order to be classed as a first time buyer you must not either alone or with others have previously acquired a major interest in a property or in land situated anywhere in the World. This includes previous acquisitions by inheritance or gift, or by a financial institution on behalf of a person under an alternative finance scheme. Relief is still available if you have previously acquired a property as a trustee unless you were also a beneficiary of the trust. It is also available if you own or have owned a non-residential or mixed use property as long as this didn’t include a residential dwelling. This restriction does not apply where the
interest acquired was the grant or assignment of a lease with less than 21 years to run. If the property is being purchased jointly then all buyers must meet the conditions of first time buyers. For example, you would not be entitled to first time buyers relief if your partner or spouse has previously owned a property even if you have not. There is no age limit on claiming the relief; you can be any age as long as you are a first time buyer. The relief is claimed by your conveyancer when they complete the SDLT return which they will submit on completion of the purchase. Any first time buyers that purchased their property before 22 November 2017 unfortunately cannot claim a refund for the stamp duty that they have already paid. Relief is not available if the purchase is of an additional property, in this
case the higher rate of SDLT needs to be paid. For purchases of additional properties the nil rate band does not also apply. If you would like to discuss stamp duty or have any other conveyancing queries, please contact Becky Bromfield at Howard and Over Solicitors on 01752 284063 or by email at becky.bromfield@howardover.co.uk
Call Us Plymouth 01752 556606 | Ivybridge 01752 690123 | Plymstock 01752 284063
www.howard-over.co.uk
WIN tickets to: Ocean City Sounds We’ve got TWO pairs of event passes to give away, giving you and a friend access to two nights of incredible live music.
Ocean City Sounds, n Hoe o coming to Plymouth ! 26th and 27th July
Please send your completed entry coupon to Plymouth City Council, Plymouth Chronicle, 28 Old Park Road, Peverell, Plymouth, PL3 4PY by the closing date of 30 June 2018. Please answer the question and enter your name and contact details below. By entering your data, you agree with Cornerstone Vision holding and using your data for the purpose of running this competition, and for the duration necessary to complete this competition, but not longer than 6 months.
Question: Who will be conducting the Heritage Orchestra? Name:
Email:
Answer: Or enter online at: competitions.cornerstonevision.com
Address: Postcode:
oceancitysounds.co.uk
!
ENTRY COUPON
Indie titans Bastille – famous for huge songs including Pompeii, Flaws and Good Grief will headline with a full 90-minute set on Day 1. Also performing is energetic singersongwriter Ella Eyre, rapper Professor Green and Club MTV favourites, R3WIRE & VARSKI.
Day Two will be headlined by the legendary Ibiza Classics show presented by Pete Tong and the Heritage Orchestra, conducted by Jules Buckley, on their only South West tour date. Tom Findlay, one half of cult DJ duo Groove Armada, and BBC Radio 1 presenter Danny Howard will also be DJ’ing on this Ibiza inspired night of music, sure to transport concert goers back to happy holidays of the 90s.
Tel:
I confirm I am 13 or over: Please tick the box if you agree to have your data shared with Plymouth City Councill PL1 3BJ in order to receive information from them regarding their services, offers or products.
A.D.O. COMPLETE TREE CARE
ALL TREE AND HEDGEWORK UNDERTAKEN REDUCTIONS • PRUNING • DISMANTLING • FELLING • HEDGE TRIMMING • HEDGE LAYING • PLANTING • CLEARANCE WORK • LOGS & WOODCHIP DELIVERIES
10
June 2018
@PlymChronicle
Cycling’s just a Breeze!
FULLY QUALIFIED AND INSURED ARBORIST • FREE QUOTATION 7 DAYS A WEEK
PROFESSIONAL AND RELIABLE SERVICE AT AFFORDABLE PRICES
01752 215789 / 07792 278657
alexoelrich@live.co.uk
Our family, serving yours
Tel: 01752 603552 Available 24 hours a day 7 days a week • Direct Cremation £1,350 (T&Cs apply)
• Traditional woodland and contemporary funerals from £1,750 • Coffee Mornings • Bereavement Service Available
www.knapmanfamilyltd.co.uk
On their bikes (from left) Sue Apps, Sue Jennings, Helen Marks, Allison Gliddon, Valerie Jordan, Niki Head
Riding as part of a group is a great way to get active in the great outdoors and British Cycling has come up with a programme designed to encourage women to do just that.
Breeze was created in 2011 to encourage women to get fit and have fun on their bikes. So far it has attracted more than 130,000 riders. The initiative gives women the chance to either discover or re-discover a love of cycling by taking part in local, sociable and fun guided rides, all led by women for women. The rides are led by volunteer Breeze champions who organise fun, social bike rides in their local area for women to take part in. Breeze offers free, year-round women-only led social rides run by volunteers, aimed at a range of abilities from beginner upwards, with a focus on enjoyment. Whether you’re a lapsed cyclist, you want to improve your on-bike confidence, increase your miles, take on a challenge, or just have a laugh with other like-minded people in your area, there’s sure to be a ride for you. Sue Jennings, a local Breeze Champion in Plymouth, leads a number of free rides for women every week. When Sue retired at the age of 64 she took the opportunity to get back on her bike. One day, on one of her trips up the Plymbridge Trail she saw an advert to become a
volunteer Ride Leader and decided that this would give her something to do. She wasn’t wrong, and since then has led almost 250 rides, helping others to keep active and boosting her own health and wellbeing whilst doing so. Sue said: “My own level of cycling has improved tremendously and I have been doing cycle touring holidays. The people who regularly come on my rides have gained confidence in their cycling and some ride to work whilst others take part in cycling events and holidays.” Her passion to get women back on their bikes is infectious and at the age of 71, Sue proves that age really is no barrier, still regularly leading two rides each week. Sue has become a real advocate for women’s cycling in the city, working as a Sustrans volunteer ranger and as co-chair of the Plymouth Cycling Campaign. Luckily for Sue, she doesn’t work alone; there is a whole army of Breeze Champions who put on free rides almost every day of the week, so there really is something for everyone. Booking is essential and details of all rides can be found on www.letsride.co.uk . If you would like more information please contact Plymouth City Councils Sports Development Unit on sportsdev@plymouth.gov.uk or call 01752 307008. Below are listed just some of the rides on offer...
Type Date Location Time Bike Hire Easygoing June 4 Bike Space 2pm Yes Easygoing June 16 Plymbridge Woods 10.30am Yes Easygoing June 26 Plymbridge Woods 6.15pm Yes Steady June 13 Coypool 10am No Challenging June 22 Coypool 9.30am No Challenging June 24 Rockets & Rascalls 9.30am No
Kingfisher flying the flag for Norway Multi-award winning Plympton chippy, Kingfisher, was chosen to fly the flag for Norwegian seafood at the country’s annual celebratory Norway Day event in London.
Owners Craig Maw and Nikki Mutton made the 200 mile journey to Southwark Park in their special event catering van, Kingfisher on the Go. Invited by the Norwegian Seafood Council, the duo catered for up to 5,000 guests, serving up sustainable Norwegian line caught haddock and chips at a special price of just £5. As well as fantastic food, the Southwark Park festivities included live music, dancing, a parade and speeches. The annual event marks the Norwegian day of constitution and is celebrated in Norway and by Norwegian immigrant communities across the world. Craig said they were honoured to be asked to take part. “We were lucky enough to visit Norway last year. The fjords and landscape were crystal clear and beautiful. It’s
no wonder Norwegian seafood is some of the best in the world. More importantly, their cod and haddock is MSC certified so it’s sustainable and fully traceable, which is why we serve it at Kingfisher. We can’t wait to pitch up Kingfisher on the Go and add our own Devon-style twist to this fantastic celebration of all things Norwegian.” Hans Frode Kielland Asmyhr, UK director, Norwegian Seafood Council, added: “We are delighted that Kingfisher joined us to celebrate the Norway Day celebrations in Southwark Park. “The Brits’ love affair with fish and chips has helped make the UK the biggest market for cod and haddock in the world, with Norway playing a vital role in keeping cod and haddock a constant on chip shop menus.” To find out more about Kingfisher’s menu and ingredients, visit www.kingfisherfishandchips. co.uk and sign up to their newsletter or follow them at @KingfisherDevon and www.facebook.com/ kingfisherfishandchipsplymouth
TRANSFORM YOUR CONSERVATORY IN JUST 1 DAY *Pla ce y o ord er t ur his mo nt you h and 201 ’’ll pay 3p Quo rices. t PLY e ref M0 618
WARMER • COOLER • QUIETER Our lightweight insulated panels can make your conservatory: • Cooler in summer • Warmer in winter • Quieter in bad weather • Installed in less than a day • Usable all year round • Ten year guarantee
“
For more information call:
CONSERVATORY ROOFS
Earlier that day
It’s the best home improvement we have ever made. Our conservatory is now our dining room in the garden.
0800 65 25 157 www.greenspaceconservatories.co.uk Proud members of
Mike Millis, Middleton On Sea
As seen on
Where reputation matters
”
*Orders placed before the end of June 2018. Current prices, Net of VAT will be reduced to reflect equivalent 2013 prices as per official UK inflation figures. See website for full details.
Minor surgery and skincare service Offering you the removal of:
CYSTS
MOLES
LIPOMAS
LUMP & BUMP CHECKS
(fatty lumps)
QUICK seen in 2 weeks ACCESSIBLE self-referral AFFORDABLE competitively priced
SKIN TAGS
WARTS
Want to know more? Email:
asksentinel@nhs.net
Call: 0333
332 2105
www.sentinelhealthcare.co.uk/ private-services
12 June 2018
@PlymChronicle
Fine day for Plympton’s May Fair The weather stayed dry on Saturday May 12 much to the relief of organisers of Plympton’s May Fair which took place that day. The event was opened by Stannator Andrew Hill who arrived in a vintage motor car with his partner Charlotte Willis.
Inside Harewood House there were a variety of charity and voluntary group stalls as well as refreshments, with musician Andy Lewis playing and singing a variety of songs in the foyer. Outside there were further stalls, including games such as Hoopla, a police information and advice stall and an entertainment arena which was active throughout the day. The Plympton Academy Samba Band got the entertainment under way after the opening ceremony and other acts to entertain the crowds during the day included Colleen’s Offkey Singers and the Starlite School of Dance. A Zumba session got the crowds involved in some exercise
and Hearing Dogs for the Deaf gave a talk about their work. In the nearby Livewell Clinic Car Park the public were able to enjoy a static display of vintage cars and the Litas Ladies showed off their motorcycles and allowed adults and children to pose for pictures on them. Free taster tennis sessions were available on the tennis courts and a league match took place during the afternoon on the cricket pitch. At the end of the event Plympton Community Council chairman Rose Hamley presented a bouquet of flowers to Pauline Kadoche who was the leading force behind the organisational arrangements for the day and the one who ensured everything came together as it did. Stannator Andrew Hill said: “It was great to see such a large turnout and after the very rainy day we had the day before it was a big relief this had passed by the Saturday morning.” (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast) Plympton Stannator Andrew Hill tries out one of the Litas Ladies’ motorcycles at the May Fair
Stannator’s arrival - Community Council Chairman Rose Hamley (holding microphone on pavement) announces the arrival of Stannator Andrew Hill and his partner in a vintage motor car
Experience the excitement of an action-packed day at the races
History week gets off to a flying start Syliva Guthrig presents a selection of her books to Lord Mayor Wendy Foster watched on by her consort, husband Cllr Ken Foster and her cadet Flight Sargent Amber Platt. In the background is a mural of old Plympton which formed the backdrop to the play they had all just watched
EaRly BIRD BookInG oFFERs
Visit our website for details
Upcoming fixtures Wednesday
16
May
Monday Friday Tuesday (Eve) Friday saturday sunday saturday
4 15 26 6 14 22 30
June June June July July July July
Monday
6
august
Admission prices: Course £12 / Paddock £19 Children 16 and under and students with valid photo ID go FREE Group discounts available in advance only
Book online today at
www.newtonabbotracing.com Tel 01626 353235
Plympton’s local history week kicked off on May 14 with two entertaining historical presentations.
In the afternoon Steve Holly from the Dartmoor Tinworking Research Group gave a long talk entitled ‘Dartmoor Tin and the Plympton Stannary’. An audience of around 100 people packed into Harewood House to hear it. Those attending heard how in 1370 one in every 20 males in the population were involved in tin working in one way or another ranging from elite master tinners to casual labourers known as spalliards. In 1511 William Rede presented 34 ingots to be weighed and they totalled 3540 pounds,
the largest in the county. The meeting also heard that by the seventeenth century William Strode had become an important local tin magnet, dominating tin production in Plympton. In the evening local author Sylvia Guthrig staged a play at the Lutheran Church Hall about the history of Plympton in the presence of the Lord Mayor, Wendy Foster, and her consort, Councillor Ken Foster, and also the Lord Mayor’s Cadet, Flight Sargent Amber Platt. The play was performed by members of the Laughing Angels from the Mustard Tree Cancer Support Centre at Derriford Hospital. Those watching the play learned among
other things that cider production was historically popular in Plympton and in 1763 the Prime Minister of the day, Lord Bute, became very unpopular when he proposed a four shillings per hogshead tax on cider, primarily as a means of funding the Seven Years War which had just ended. This led to uproar and Lord Bute eventually had to stand down. During the course of the evening Mrs Guthrig presented a selection of her books to the Lord Mayor as a thank you gift. After watching the play the Lord Mayor told the assembled audience: “I have learnt a great deal about Plympton, things I never knew.” (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)
June 2018
@PlymChronicle
13
Hele’s students join global video conference with survivor of Boston Marathon bombing Students at Hele’s School in Plympton have taken part in a global video conference focused on how to respond to hatred and discrimination. Religious Studies students at Hele’s were invited to participate in a one-off Generation Global video conference welcoming Dave Fortier. Dave was a survivor of the Boston Marathon Hannahs support worker Tamzin
Helping Hannahs make a difference
Hannahs Ivybridge are offering job opportunities for enthusiastic and motivated people to join their dedicated care team with two open days on June 1 and 2.
The full-time and part-time opportunities for support workers, nurses and healthcare assistants offer flexibility and exciting challenges. They will be working for one of the UK’s oldest charities, which is dedicated to empowering and providing young people with profound physical and learning disabilities with life–changing opportunities and advocating their needs. Support workers will have a varied role, encouraging, supporting and caring for the young people and helping them enjoy life to the full and achieve their dreams and aspirations. They will be helping them to take part in a variety of fun and exciting activities such as sensory music, arts and crafts, and social outings which include trips to the cinema, theatre and beach, bowling, football matches, festivals, sailing, retail therapy, and much more. Hannahs are also looking for motivated and professional registered nurses and healthcare assistants to join the new Clinical Support Team, which will provide additional clinical support and will complement the existing multi-disciplinary front line services. They will be working in Hannahwood, the adult services department, which operates over two separate CQC registered locations on a multi-purpose site, and in the residential children’s home. For more information about the job opportunities visit: www.discoverhannahs. org/our-charity/work-for-us/vacancies
bombing, and also the founder of One World Strong. The topic of the video conference was ‘Responding to Hate’ and students from the Plympton based school hooked up with students from Cranford Community College, Hounslow and Harlem Renaissance High School in New York. The video conference began with Dave sharing his experience of the bombing at the end of the Boston marathon in 2013 and how this led him, and other survivors, to set up their charity One World Strong. Students were then able to ask Dave any question they wanted. These questions explored the emotional as well as physical trauma people suffer after terrorist attacks, how Dave keeps himself focused and balanced doing this sort of work, how organisations can work to prevent extremism as well as deal with the fallout from terrorist attacks, whether this has changed his views of issues such as gun ownership and whether terrorists deserve our condemnation or pity. In his responses, Dave stressed the importance of support networks, the power of narratives (especially as an antidote to extremist narratives and objectives), and he challenged the options of pity or condemnation, explaining he felt
it was a more complex matter. Students went on to share their own experiences of hate in their communities. They heard about the recent ‘Punish A Muslim Day’: a hateful online campaign, how one student had his mother attacked for being Muslim, about minority groups being ‘second checked’, and finding it hard to secure employment. Towards the end of the conference students explored together the tensions between free speech and hate speech and the responsibilities of the media to report good stories as well as the negative. Emma Crosley, Religious Studies teacher at Hele’s commented “We were delighted to be asked to take part in this video conference and I was humbled by listening to Dave’s experiences. It was invaluable for our students to listen to students from different cultures and cities to hear their experiences of hate crime where they live. Living in an area of the country that is less multi-cultural than most, it is essential for our students to understand the difficulties faced by other people and they showed real empathy and understanding in their responses.” For more information on the work of One World Strong see their website www.oneworldstrong.org/copy-of-our-story
Novel available at www.thepurpleveil.com and Amazon ★★★★★
five star reviews on amazon.co.uk
Plympton Blue Light Day goes down a storm!
14 June 2018
@PlymChronicle
A blue light day held at Plympton Fire Station proved hugely successful, with hundreds of people turning out to learn more about the work of the five emergency services taking part - police, fire service, ambulance, coastguard and Dartmoor Search and Rescue.
NEW GRP FIBRE GLASS FLAT ROOFS ONLY...
£60
18mm SMARTPLY 3 COATS OF GRP
PER METER
ALL RUBBISH REMOVED
AVERAGE SINGLE GARAGE 12.5m2
£750 ALL IN
• • • • • • • •
01752 936079
RE-BOARDED WITH
NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED
All glass/polycard removed Reboarded with 18mm Smart Ply 3 coats of GRP 1st & 2nd fix electrics Colatex insulation Plaster boarded 2 coats plaster skim Ceiling lighting
0800 0614759
The day was formally opened by Stannator of Plympton Andrew Hill and attended by Plympton’s Youth Ambassador Isaac Hudson. Among a number of informative displays were medics demonstrating resuscitation techniques, the fire service showing the use of their aerial platform and a talk by a police dog handler along with one of their dogs. There was also the chance for the public to experience some hands on activities such as using a fire hose and being winched up and down on a rope in a simulation of a rescue mission. For those interested in history the Friends of South West Police Heritage Trust had a stall with a number of items of memorabilia, including police staffs used in bygone years, different types of old police uniforms and different types of handcuffs used in the past. There was also a list showing the 30 smaller borough and city forces which over the years have merged into what is now Devon and Cornwall Police. There was a set of leg stocks which the Stannator found himself detained in for a while and also a replica of an old blue police box of the type which used to be used to contain phones to contact officers when out on the beat and in which prisoners could temporarily be detailed before a van came to collect them. The day was the brainchild of Plympton’s neighbourhood beat manager PC Greg Rendle and Plympton fire station’s watch manager Neil Willmott. PC Rendle spent a large part of the day in period custume, wearing an old police cape and sporting a whistle and carrying a truncheon. As well as showcasing the work of the emergency services the event acted as a fundraiser to raise money towards the cost of providing a defibrillator for Plympton Ridgeway as well supporting Prostate Cancer UK and the Firefighters’ Charity. The event massively surpassed the expectations of the organisers. PC Rendle said he was ‘overwhelmed’ by the extent of public support and added: “It was great to see all the different emergency services engage with our local community like I have never seen before.” Postings on Plympton Police’s Facebook page after the event highlighted the success of the day. Charlotte Handforth posted: “Thank you all so much for such an incredible day! My six year old is a very shy boy and doesn’t like loud noises, but this really helped him today! He absolutely loved it! “ Ginny Kathleen added: “A brilliant day, my daughter loved it and it was great to see such a lovely community atmosphere.” Matt Jackson commented: “This day was brilliant, my youngest son didn’t want to leave.” Fire service watch manager Neil Willmott said: “Wow what a fantastic Open Day!! Thanks for all the support from everyone who came along today. I have been told this needs to happen every year now!!” There is an interview with Brian Edmunds from the Friends of South West Police Heritage Trust online in the June edition of the Plympton Podcast in which he talks about the work of the Trust and some of the items which were on display at the Blue Light Day.
Plympton Stannator Andrew Hill takes stock of the situation
Blue Light Day organiser PC Greg Rendle turns back the clock
June 2018 15
@PlymChronicle
Elburton Primary School celebrates 50 years with Jubilee Playground plan When Elburton Primary School first opened in 1968 there were 240 pupils. Now, 50 years later the school has 420 pupils aged between four and eleven and there are still only the same two small playgrounds.
As a result, the school and PTA are launching a Crowdfunder Juubilee Playground campaign on Monday June 11 for parents and pupils, past and present, grandparents and the community to donate to the cause. The Crowdfunder appeal is part of wider fund-raising to secure a total of £35,000. From the launch of the appeal the PTA will have five weeks to hit their target, so they are asking people to visit www.crowdfunder.co.uk and search for Elburton Primary School. Pledges of specified amounts will receive a special ‘Thank you reward.’ The school is in the process of replacing the classroom huts which have been used for over 40 years, but there are no funds to extend the outdoor space. It is cost effective to add the playground at this time given the nature of the groundworks. The current playground areas and outside space are used to host fairs and events that are open to the wider community. The school’s PTA organises a circus every two years, as well as Christmas and Summer Fairs, which are open to all. The Headmaster David Bradford playgrounds are also used by after school clubs and other organisations. The children are involved in designing their ideal Jubilee playground. On Friday June 15 Elburton Primary School will be hosting its 50th Anniversary Summer Fair and invites parents and past pupils and staff from 1.45pm onwards to look around the school and the new classrooms with the fair starting at 3.15pm The headteacher of the school, David Bradford, is retiring from his post in July, but will continue in his position as the chief executive of the Horizon Multi Academy Trust which includes Elburton Primary School. It was David’s vision to improve the learning and outdoor facilities for the children that inspired this project. He said: “After 21 years as the headteacher at Elburton Primary I have witnessed some minor changes to the outdoor space for our pupils, but we have never gained any more physical space for the sports activities our children would like to take part in during their lunch and breaktimes. “When I got the position of headteacher at Elburton Primary I thought of Elburton as a suburb of Plymouth, but it really is so much more than that. Elburton is its own community with the school really as a hub of the village. This Jubilee Playground will not only be incredibly valuable for the children and staff alike, it will also be able to be used by the local community groups.” Laura Wills, chair of the Elburton Primary PTA said: “We know that our current project is ambitious, but it will be a great way to mark the 50th Anniversary of the school. We are raising money to make this idea a reality. “We want to give our children more space
Children at Elburton Primary School looking forward to their new playground
INTERNET
PRICES, LOOKING FOR A GO ANYWHERE VACUUM...
WITH A 65 MINUTE RUNTIME?
LOCAL THEN DISCOVER THE BOSCH PET ATHLET WITH MARKET LEADING RUN TIME.
SERVICE S
UP T AVE O IN-S £50* TO
RE PRICE MATCH GUARANTEE
CONDENSER DRYER IDC8T3B
• 8Kg Load • B Energy Rating • WAS £219.99
SALE P
£199 RICE .98 WASHING MACHINE XWSC61251W • 200rpm Spin • 6Kg Load • WAS £219.99
SALE PRIC E
£179 .98 YOUR LOCAL ELECTRICAL
IS HERE TO HELP!
*Selected models only. T&C’S . apply.
LARDER FRIDGE
and a safer, more enjoyable area to relax, socialise and play in. We believe that this is important for our children’s mental and physical health. “We feel strongly that helping to provide a third playground, for all pupils to benefit from, is hugely worthwhile and we hope you can support us.” The school is on the lookout for photos of the school and pupils over the 50 years which can be used in an exhibition on the June 15. If you have any, or know of anyone that does, please arrange for the photos to be handed in to the school office clearly labelled with your name and telephone number. Elburton Primary School hosts a circus every two years
TLAA10
• 55cm Wide • 126 litre • WAS £169.99 Handstick
Cordless ProAnimal
SAL
E PRI BBH65RPETGB CE • Up to 65 minute runtime • HEPA filter NOW ONLY • 2 Year Guarantee SINGLE £29OVEN 9
£128 .98
FIM31KAWH.99
• Electirc Fan Oven • 58 litre • WAS £229.99
2 in 1 Cordless Handstick BBHL2D18GB • Up to 40 minute runtime • Detachable handheld unit • 2 Year Guarantee
SALE PRIC E
£145 .98 NOW
£189 NLY .99 O
263 Beacon Park Rd, Plymouth 01752 787600 28 Pomphett Rd, Plymstock 01752 492122 15 Stuart Rd, Pennycomequick 01752 222003 15 Fore Street, Totnes 01803 863448 15 Fore Street, Kingsbridge 01548 853116
16 June 2018
@PlymChronicle
Support for veterans, staffed by veterans The Veterans Care Navigation Service, run by Improving Lives Plymouth, provides support for those who have left the military - recently or many years ago - to choose and access services that best meet their needs. The staff and volunteers are themselves veterans, and the team is headed up by Bill Jennings and Jo Brokenshire, both ex-Royal Navy.
Jo Brokenshire
Jo served for 17 years, until she was medically discharged in 2015. She had injured her shoulder coming down a ship’s ladder and in spite of treatment did not recover enough for service. “I left the Navy on good terms,” says Jo, “but after my final medical board, when I was told I would be discharged, the support I had received from the Navy just stopped. At first I didn’t know where to go for help.” This is something Jo finds that many veterans encounter. “ They have lived in a routine for years where most things are provided. Many of them simply don’t know how to find what’s available to help them, or even that there is help available in the first place.” Jo was fortunate in that she was supported by her husband, also in the Navy, and she was able to adjust to civilian life more easily. She saw her current role advertised on Facebook, and although she did not need a job, she applied and was successful at interview. “I wanted to do something to help other veterans to get the help they need. I’d found support myself but so many people just don’t know where to start; I wanted to be part of making that better.” Many ex-service personnel face additional barriers to getting help. “Lots of them don’t
Story by Ian Pilkington
see themselves as veterans, which they are. And they don’t like to ask for help, they think it’s for someone worse off than them, which it isn’t – there’s help for anyone who has left the services. “We open their eyes to things that are available, we give them their options and support them to get going,” says Jo. “People don’t like coming into an office sometimes, so we’ll meet them at home, or out for a coffee. I spend a lot of time at Costa. Rather than a formal interview, we just talk, and in the course of that we generally find out what people are struggling with. “From there, we can point them in the right direction and support them as they work it through.” Veterans Care Navigation helps people to identify what their needs are, and gives them information so that they can choose for themselves what help they access. The team can refer to a range of specialist
support organisations, and they can advise on issues like benefits and grants for essential items and home adaptations. If you are a recent leaver or have been out of the military for some time you can contact them to get the support you need. The support available includes: • Information, advice and signposting for veterans and their dependants. • Support for veterans and their dependants to navigate and choose services that best meet their needs. • Work with partner organisations to deliver the required support. • Assessments of need and support plans developed with you. • Outreach work in various community settings. Veterans Care Navigation Service is at Ernest English House, Buckwell Street, PL1 2DA, and there is a drop-in service Monday – Friday. Or, you can call them on 01752 201766, email veteranscarenav@ improvinglivesplymouth.org.uk. Opening Hours are Monday – Friday, 9am -5pm
• Female run Funeral Directors • Affordable, dignified, professional
24 hour service 01752 407 100
FUNER ALS from
£1,800
• Free advice without obligation
www.FUNERALDIRECTORSPLYMOUTH.com Unit 9 & 10 • Sugar Mill Business Park Billacombe Road, Plymstock PL9 7HT
June 2018
@PlymChronicle
17
Building bridges to STEM careers Teams of Plymouth school children were keeping everyone in ‘suspense’ as they competed against the clock to construct a 12-metre-long suspension bridge.
Over 90 pupils from across the city took part in the ‘Bridges to Schools’ project held at City College Plymouth. Schools involved included Plymstock School and Plympton Academy. The young people had to work together to build a structurally stable cable-stayed bridge in under an hour. Students were challenged to design, create, solve and innovate to successfully complete the task. Louise Daniel from the Institution of Civil Engineers said: “This project is more than simply learning about bridges and engineering, it helps students to experience and appreciate the many industry roles found in civil engineering - from project managers to fixers. “Workshops like these highlight the importance of working as a team; it shows how to take on responsibility and enables students to understand the importance of seeing a project through to its final outcome. It has been fantastic to work with City College Plymouth to engage young people and encourage an interest in civil engineering.” Andy Robinson, STEM hub officer at City College said: “This event has been a great success, with all of the groups completing the bridge and working effectively in teams. As a STEM professional, it is great to involve young people in: learning about the science behind the materials, working out the maths by counting, calculating, and estimating; the use
It’s all ‘About the Boy’ for this Hugh Grant
Like the characters played by his name sake, Hugh Grant is unlucky in love and as a result Gables Farm Dogs & Cats Home has been the home of this cheeky chap, a four and half year old collie, for over a year now. In that time he has become a firm favourite of all the staff and volunteers but is still looking for his fur-ever home. While he waits for that special family to come along he needs to be kept active so an 11 mile walk is needed! Along with his entourage dog behaviourist Jodie Harris and re-homer Kazzie Westlake, he walked 11 miles from Wadebridge to Padstow and back again recently (with a fish and chip lunch to keep up their strength). Hugh Grant and crew are hoping to raise as much money and awareness as possible for long term dogs in rescue and all money raised will go towards caring for these special dogs. A target of £580.80 has been set, as this is equivalent of 11 miles in feet, (58,080 ft) but anyone can sponsor individually per mile or in any way possible. Dog behaviourist Jodie Harris said: “Firstly we thought we needed a bit more positivity and fun after the long and miserable winter. Secondly, Hugh Grant has been with us for over a year now and we need to get his infectious smile out to the public. We never give up on our animals as we are a genuine non-euthanasia charity so love to come up with fun ways of finding them new loving homes”. If you can help by making a contribution to ‘Gables Farm Dogs & Cats Home Presents Hugh Grant in ‘About a Boy’ call 01752 331602 or visit www.justgiving.com/ campaigns/charity/gablesfarm/Hugh to donate online. If Gables Farm is lucky enough to raise more money than is needed it will go towards helping the other animals in their care.
of technology in the planning; and, obviously, engineering. “At the college, we are dedicated to engaging with the local community and always strive to inspire and encourage our future workforce. ‘Bridges to Schools’ is yet another excellent example of the positive activity that we can undertake to inspire and educate the next generation of STEM experts.” As 2018 is the Year of Engineering and marks the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE),
many events are taking place up and down the country to challenge stereotypes and raise awareness of the sector. ‘Bridges to Schools’ aims to promote the importance of STEM and careers in civil engineering. With 203,000 skilled recruits required each year until 2024 and a 56,000 annual shortfall of engineering graduates, there has never been a better time to find out about a career in engineering. For more information about courses, apprenticeships or careers in the industry, visit cityplym.ac.uk
DO YOU HAVE A SPARE ROOM?
DOYOU WANT TO
EARN EXTRA
INCOME? Enjoy extra income hosting overseas students
CONTACT AUTUMN RUMDAN TO FIND OUT MORE
01752 876023
autumnr@tellusgroup.co.uk www.tellusgroup.com
18 June 2018
@PlymChronicle
Schools join the war on waste Every year 400 million tonnes of plastic is produced globally, with around 40% of that being singleuse plastics which often end up in our oceans and landfills, never decomposing and instead killing around 100,000 marine animals each year, writes Erin Downes.
If we continue at our current usage levels, it is predicted that by 2050 the amount of plastic in our oceans could outweigh the amount of fish, clearly posing a significant threat to our environment. After a range of national petitions, some areas are beginning to take this issue more seriously, with many national companies, such as Wetherspoon, Costa Coffee and Pizza Express pledging to stop using plastic straws by the end of 2018 and Iceland vowing to completely change to plastic-free packaging in the next five years to reduce single-use plastics. One of these petitions, shared on change. org as part of a school project by nine and ten year olds from Oxley Park Academy in Milton Keynes, is named ‘Straws Suck! Ban Single Use Straws Across the UK!’ and has reached over 108,000 signatures. Similarly, a petition from Joanna Betterton has gained
to reduce waste at the school. Karen Dixon, headteacher, said: “At Manor, we are all very enthusiastic about helping the environment. We all know that we have an individual responsibility, and that each of us making a few small changes can have a big impact - especially if everyone does their bit. Teaching children about caring for the environment is clearly crucial if we are going to protect our beautiful planet long into the future”. In order to put this idea into action, the school has introduced new policies concerning the packaging in school lunches, in which they encourage parents to use reusable pots and water bottles rather than single-use disposable water bottles (which are now banned) or packaging. They have also stopped providing children’s milk and juice in individual non-recyclable cartons, have stopped buying individual icecream and yoghurt pots for school dinners, and have also stopped using plastic straws or disposable cups altogether. A reduction in the amount of paper that is laminated has also contributed to their reduced waste plans. over 420,000 signatures asking all major supermarkets to stop using plastic packaging, aiding the fight against plastic pollution in our oceans.
SPECIALISTS IN PROPERTY MAINTENANCE TRAINING
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE RECRUITING NOW OPERATIVE
As one of the UK’s leading training specialists, we provide a wide range of training and trade specific qualifications including the new Property Maintenance Operative Standard being delivered at selected centres.
For more information, please contact Drew or Matt on:
www.TheFocusTrainingGroup.com 01752 348980 @TheFocusTrainGroup
@focustrainingsw
Email: Drew.T@TheFocusTrainingGroup.com or Matthew.B@TheFocusTrainingGroup.com Centres in: Redruth · Plymouth · Exeter · Newton Abbot
Following in their footsteps, as part of their partnership with ‘Plastic Free Ivybridge’ and Surfers Against Sewage, Manor Primary School in Ivybridge have been working hard
Litter picks in Ivybridge
To ensure all children understand the effect that increased waste can have on our planet, the school are also launching a school-wide project named ‘Big Blue Planet’ throughout June. This project includes a range of activities, including writing to local councillors as well as local and national politicians to voice their concerns over the UK’s waste problem. They are also planning to visit local supermarkets to investigate the packaging used and write back to the stores with their findings, whilst also completing litter picks around Ivybridge. There will also be fun competition opportunities for students, including designing posters and leaflets and having a ‘package-free lunchbox’ competition. According to ‘Recycle Now’, an average secondary school will produce 22kg of waste per pupil every year, and your average primary school primary school will produce even more, at 45kg per pupil. In order to reduce these figures, Plymstock School have also put many measures into place, such as reducing the amount of laminating and using digital textbooks. To emphasise the environmental impact of printing in school, students are encouraged to only print if it is completely necessary to avoid extra waste, through the use of a programme called ‘papercut.com’ which outlines the amount of CO2 used, how much energy is used and even what percentage of a tree the printing has taken. However, one of the most substantial measures put into place has been a shift in the type of packaging used in school lunches, to reduce the use of non-recyclable singleuse plastics. In recent years, the school has stopped using plastic packaging and instead invested in ‘Vegware’, a company that provides more sustainable packaging options. Due to being plant-based and made from lowcarbon, renewable or recycled materials, the packaging can be composted easily alongside normal food waste, drastically reducing the amount of waste produced. Both of these projects are examples of easy ways in which we can reduce the issues we have caused through excess waste: Bring a re-usable bottle. Say no to plastic straws. Carry re-usable shopping bags. By taking these small and simple steps to reduce the amount of waste we produce, we can make a huge difference to our precious environment.
June 2018
@PlymChronicle
19
Plymstock School’s Lexie Devine raises awareness for Makaton At Plymstock School there are many students who undertake selfless tasks to help others, writes Erin Downes.
However, there is one student who has recently gone out of her way to help not only her brother, but also all of those who use Makaton sign language throughout Plymouth. Lexie Devine, who is currently in year 7 at Plymstock, recently created a video to share on social media embracing how fun Makaton can be. She emphasised the impact that learning Makaton has had on her communication skills, expressing how important communication is, whether verbal or not. The video, which shows Lexie with her brother, Jacob, enjoying ‘signing’ along to one of his favourite songs, ‘Count On Me’, quickly gained over 600 views and was shared by The Makaton Charity itself.
Over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs in their daily lives, however still very few people fully understand what it is. According to The Makaton Charity: “Makaton is a language programme that gives everyone a helping hand to talk.” It involves the use of symbols and signs alongside speech to help people communicate effectively, allowing people to connect with others, even if they may not be able to speak clearly or use traditional sign language. Often Makaton sign language allows people to communicate straight away using these signs and symbols, and then reduce how often they use these symbols once they begin to develop speech, however many people continually use Makaton throughout their lives. Despite no planning, and being filmed
by Lexie’s mum in the spur of the moment, it has helped to share a poignant message about Makaton and how we treat it in society. The stigma associated with it often makes it difficult for people to truly understand what it is and why it can be beneficial. However, even learning just a few different signs can show compassion to those who use Makaton and allow them to feel accepted, rather than ostracised within our communities. Plymstock Staff commended Lexie on creating a video that emphasised the fact that ‘not only is Makaton fun, but often part of everyday life at home, and the role that some siblings play as part of the life of a brother or sister who has additional needs. Lexie is a very mature, caring, and responsible person, who cares for her brother very much.’ Everyone at Plymstock School is very proud of her efforts.
Arts Centre build to rival top spot for largest theatre Since its original announcement early last year, Plymstock School’s new Art Centre build has been well along the way in the planning stages.
Despite a slow start, the major construction project has now been approved, after a meticulous planning and designing process. The final design has been agreed and it is expected that the tendering process to find contractors will begin soon. After the last eight months of planning, in which consultants from Vickery Holman and senior Plymstock School staff worked alongside the school’s drama specialists to design a space perfectly suited to the Arts, construction is soon to begin. The current plan is for construction to begin during the summer holidays in July, meaning that this exciting project could be complete by the end
of the year. Despite already having a Lecture Theatre and Hall available for performances, this new centre will allow for more flexibility in terms of its use. Not only will the new Arts Centre boast unique features, such as a sprung floor, suggested to greatly reduce injuries whilst allowing performers to work to the best of their ability, but it will also have an excellent sound system which will be easily adaptable for any future needs. It will also be the first of Plymstock School’s facilities with retractable seating, allowing the area to be more versatile in terms of the sorts of activities it can accommodate. This 450 seat Centre will allow for a larger performing arts centre for Plymstock School, however, due to its size, it is likely to be let out for community use, providing a fresh new facility for
Plymstock as a whole. Current plans have even suggested that this could become the largest performance space outside of the Theatre Royal and Plymouth Pavilions, hugely benefitting the school as well as the surrounding community. Rob Diment, head teacher at Plymstock School said: “This is a really exciting development for Plymstock School. Across the country the performing and creative arts have been quite marginalised in education, but we do not intend for this to happen at our school. “The arts are an important part of a wellrounded education and many students, staff and parents have a real passion in this area. Our aim is to make Plymstock School a real creative centre of excellence at the heart of our local community.”
Lexie with her brother Jacob
Erin Downes Chronicle reporter Erin Downes is currently studying in the sixth form at Plymstock School.
PROFESSIONAL CAR BODY REPAIRS FOR PLYMSTOCK AND SURROUNDING AREA 52 Oreston Road, Plymstock, PL97JH
01752 415506
www.youngsbodyrepairs.co.uk youngscarbodyrepairs@yahoo.co.uk
• Car accident repairs • Bumper repairs • Car body repairs • Car restoration
Billacombe Road oad A379 be R m co Billa
A379 Breakwater R oa d
Longlands
Roa
The Gro ve
Manor R oad
Howard Road
d
n Oresto
• Car spraying • Dent removal • Alloy wheel repairs • Free quotes
Bed ford Ro Po ad mp hle tt R oa d
From alloy wheel refurbishments to complete car repairs, we can help. If you need restoration work on your pride and joy, we are more than happy to help. Call our team of helpful, friendly staff to talk through your requirements and get a free quote today.
20 June 2018
@PlymChronicle
Plympton train station plaque is back on show An historic commemorative plaque which had been lost to the midst of time can once again be seen by the community after clearance works carried out by Network Rail.
The Plympton and District Civic Society had a commemorative plaque put in situ at the old Plympton Railway Station back in 1998 to mark the historic importance of the site. It was unveiled at the time by then Stannator Margaret Easterbrook along with local historian John Boulden who was the Civic Society’s chairman. However the passage of time and the accumulation of vegetation on the site over the ensuing two decades resulted in the plaque being lost from view in the overgrowth. Now, following a project by Network Rail to significantly cut back growth on the perimeters of its track in the local area, the stone upon which the plaque was mounted has been re-discovered and it has been reset on a new plinth to make it more noticeable. Stannator Andrew Hill along with members of the Plympton and District Civic Society and the Network Rail team involved in the resetting of the commemorative plaque attended a ceremony at the site on May 8. During the clearance of the area alongside the parking bay in Boringdon Road where the plaque is now displayed a staggering 500 or more empty alcohol bottles were removed along with a sofa, discarded drainpipes and other items of debris.
Jason Bloomfield, Sean Baker and Chris Kirwan from Network Rail with the remounted plaque
Stannator Andrew Hill said: “I commend the efforts of the Network Rail team in clearing up this area and setting off for all to see this important plaque which the Plympton Civic Society first put on this site some 20 years ago. With this clearance and repositioning happening just before the start of Plympton’s local history week the timing could not be better.” The plaque was first erected 150 years after the first train came through Plympton and commemorated the operational years of the station from 1848 to 1959. The stone on which the plaque is mounted was previously the base of a headstone and was donated back in 1998 by Plympton St Mary’s Church. Monumental Masons G F Triscott and Sons were involved in the inscription on the three hundredweight granite stone upon which the wording ‘Site of Plympton Railway Station 1948 - 1959’ is inset. The revealing of the monument has sparked interest on the Plympton Podcast’s Facebook page and has led to renewed calls for the railway station to be re-opened. Guy Alexander Bell posted: “Someone should start up a campaign group to reopen it, I would think a lot of people would like it back open. It would drastically reduce traffic on Plymouth Road and Marsh Mills for a start!” Glenn Woodall added: “Now that Plympton is a lot bigger and forever growing with more houses and even Sherford on the doorstep why can’t we have our own train station? This would take some of the pressure off Plymouth.” (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)
L ST EAF L R NE IBU ET ED TO ED RS
DI
£
KEEP FIT, EARN MONEY
Part time, self employed Leaflet Distributors wanted in this area by Cornerstone Vision, Plymouth's longest established independent Leaflet Distribution company. Reasonable rates of pay. Adult distributors only. All work back-checked. Everyone has different motivation to take on a round, one lady has used the income to pay for her teenage son’s mobile premiums, rugby kit and downhill mountain bike. As this includes exercise, it has been a better family solution than the usual withdrawals from bank of Mum and Dad.
A retiree who was looking for some top up income to his pension has been delivering leaflets for a few hours a day. He lost weight, his knees (once a cause for concern) are significantly better, and he has remarked how he feels useful.
For more information please email John
john@cornerstonevision.com
Tel 01752 225623 Cornerstone Vision 28 Old Park Road, Peverell, Plymouth PL3 4PY www.cornerstonevision.com
Since 1985
Cornerstone Vision has a superb reputation for leaflet distribution throughout Plymouth and the surrounding areas. We are seeking people who can commit to delivering excellent service as part of our high quality team.
Police want to reunite guitar with its owner
Plympton Police are trying to trace the owner of this guitar which was found at the top of Burrow Hill in Plymstock recently. Anyone who can help reunite the instrument with its owner should contact PC Michelle Evans via the Plympton Police Facebook page.
Thefts from vehicles
There has been another spate of overnight thefts from motor vehicles in the Chaddlewood and Woodford areas of Plympton recently. The majority of these incidents are as a result of vehicles being left insecure. PC Andy Hocking said: “Please secure your vehicle to stop the opportunist thief.”
Dial the Experts
June 2018 21
@PlymChronicle
The handy guide to Plymouth trades & services
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
BUILDERS A & D Building & Construction LTD Building • Groundworks • Carpentry All sizes of job undertaken by VAT free local builders with exceptional care and attention to detail. Call Andy on 07811 399508 aanddbuildingcontractorsltd@yahoo.co.uk
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 terryclarke2009@hotmail.com
BUY WITH CONFIDENCE
Are you a reputable business, reliable and trustworthy? Do you look after your customers, but want to attract more? Buy with Confidence will: • Promote your business • Give your customers confidence • Provide you with help and advice • Want to know more?
Call 01752 304147
bwc@plymouth.gov.uk 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, painting, tiling and more. Call for estimate.
07599 888841 • 01752 255154 malcolmwills2017@outlook.com
TS CARPENTRY Kitchens • Roofs • Refurbishment • Doors • Windows • Bedrooms • Staircases • Floors • Decking • New Builds • Bathrooms • Extensions 263 Bampfield Way, Plymouth PL6 6SZ Tel: 01752 212042 Mob: 07813 115891
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 15 years experience • FREE quotes •
www.rc-electrical.net rc.electrical@outlook.com 07813 195943
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
ROWE NET - Electrical & Home Automation All aspects of Domestic & Commercial Electrical work undertaken Smart Home Installations - Smart Heating Controls Friendly local business - Competitive Prices Call today 07860 555011 - 01752 548766 info@rowe-net.net
ELECTRIC HEATING
DEVON ELECTRIC HEATING
Upgrade your Economy 7 heaters to modern electric radiators - save money, space & waste! 15 year warranty on radiator & 2 years on electrics Free survey, quotation and advice
Call now on 01752 936137 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
OASIS LANDSCAPES
• Patios and Walls • Teracing and Fencing • Gardens cleared • Decking • Block Paving • Garden Maintenance • Gardens Designed T: 01752 946 526 M: 07486 058 597 E: info@oasissouthwest.co.uk W: oasissouthwest.co.uk R.J.B GARDEN SERVICES LTD Landscaping • Decking • Fencing • Patios • Turfing • Garden Maintenance • Hedge & Grass Cutting 43 Faringdon Road, St Judes, Plymouth PL4 9EP Tel: 01752 319510 Mob: 07985 040658 Email: rjbgardenservice@gmail.com
LOCKSMITHS 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
ERB PAINTING & DECORATING
• Wallpapering • All aspects of decorating internal & external • Plastering • All general maintenance undertaken • Friendly & reliable Tel: 01752 559753 Mob: 07796 961036 email: ellis@erbpaintinganddecorating.co.uk
STEVE the handy MANN QUALITY PAINTING / DECORATING / MAINTENANCE
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Scaffolding rarely required - Save £100s
Mob: 07445 246726 Email: stevethehandymann@gmail.com
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 S.M.G PLASTERING
Plastering and home improvement services - depend on us to complete your project to an excellent standard. Interior Plastering and Tiling Specialists • Superb finish • Reliable service • Your plastering job in expert hands 07450 222257 smg1plaster@gmail.com www.smghandy.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
01752 368601 • 07971 741068
www.stevebennettplastering.co.uk • facebook.com/plasterersofplymouth
PLUMBING AND 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
VAT FREE PLUMBER
OFFERING OAP’s 20% DISCOUNT Local, friendly & reliable. 30+ years experience. Numerous references on request. 24/7 service. Free quotes and advice. No job has ever been too small. Clive Gavin & Son Plumbing & Heating 01752 959236 - 07803 320 755 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 • • Senior citizen discounts • Tel 01752 778440 Mob 07875136429 PINK PLUMBERS Fast, Friendly, Reliable and tidy service by your local FEMALE plumber. Specialist in small to medium jobs (NO VAT) 01752 412070 07540 956436
RIGHT PRICE PLUMBERS (SW) LTD
PAINTERS & DECORATORS
All Plumbing Work• No Job Too Small NO VAT • OAP Discounts Water Safe Registered• 30+ Years Experience T: 07710 200299 E: bedford9096@gmail.com
David Applin PROFESSIONAL INTERIOR DECORATING & PAINTING • Expert in paper hanging • Coving • Paint effects • General repairs An honest and reliable service with over 30 yrs experience Tel: 01752 563934 Mob: 07818 212807 dadecorating@yahoo.co.uk
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
D TAYLOR PAINTING & DECORATING
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Interior & Exterior Work • Dust Free Sanding Fully insured • 15+ Years Experience Facebook: D Taylor Painting & Decorating
01752 930023 • 07791 153161
dtdecorating@yahoo.com • www.dtpd.co.uk
T.R.B Heating - Trevor Bryant
G&J Decorating & Building Services
Internal & External & General Building Repairs Contact Gerry 07740099288 or John 07843056413
Email gerrymooredecorating@live.co.uk
Professional and polite fully qualified tradesman
One Call Maintenance
LOOKING AFTER YOUR HOMES
Free Quote? Full property repair service Call Richard Plumbing, roofing, glazing, windows 07974 and doors, garages, fences 101028 Email 1callplymouth@gmail.com 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
Clegg and Shortman Asphalt Co. Ltd
Professional Roofers in Plymouth established in 1975 • All Domestic & Commercial Roofing • Fascias & Soffits Installations • Guttering Services • Competitive Prices • FREE Estimates
01752 228228 • www.cleggandshortman.co.uk
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. Call or email Neil for a free estimate • 07543363225 • 01752216765 devonshireroofing@live.co.uk • www.devonshireroofing.co.uk LES PIKE • Emergency roof repair specialist • Concrete tiles • Natural slate • Lead valleys • Flashings All building & construction work undertaken. 45 Years experience in the building industry. Tel: 01752 787708 Mob: 07977949898 PAUL JOHNSON ROOFING & BUILDING
Specialist in roof repairs • New roofs • General building work incl. UPVC works • All work guaranteed • Competitive rates • FMB Award Winner
Tel 01752 364 466 Mob 07767 835879 pnjohnson@hotmail.co.uk www.pauljohnsonroofingplymouth.co.uk
WASTE REMOVAL
KSR Licensed Disposal REMOVAL OF WASTE Cheap rates for OAPs, Scrap Metal Cleared For a FREE Estimate, CALL Kevin: 07810 450940 WINDOWS AND DOORS
RESOLVE PVC Door & Window Repairs
Door dropped? Difficult to lock? Windows draughty? Misty or Cracked Glass? Handles, Hinges, Mechanisms, Letterboxes, Seals, Panels, Cat flaps Let us “RESOLVE” the problem for you!
Free Estimates, Friendly Service Call 0787 204 1114 Email: Mark@Resolvepropertymaintenance.co.uk
Please mention Dial the Experts when calling one of these advertisers Interested in advertising in Dial The Experts? Call Nathanael on 01752 225623 or email nathanael@cornerstonevision.com
22 June 2018
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY
@PlymChronicle
Your guide to community events in your area Plympton Library Family History Help Desk Tuesdays, 9.30am - 11.30am Get help and advice in tracing your family history. Booking required. Rhymetime Tuesdays, 10.30am - 11.30am Thursdays, 2pm - 2.30pm Saturdays, 10.30am - 11am Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers. IT for Beginners Wednesdays, 10.30am - 11.30am Aimed at beginners, find out what you can do online by signing up to ‘Learn My Way’. Staff will be on hand to help. Feel Better with a Book Wednesdays, 11am - 12pm Enjoy the power of great novels, stories and poems read aloud in a small friendly group. Book Group Thursdays, 6pm - 7pm Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each month there will be a different book to read and discuss. Board Games Evening Thursdays, 6pm - 8pm Drop in for an evening of gaming in a family friendly space. Games will be available, but feel free to bring your own. Hello World - Coding and Making Saturdays, 9.30am - 10.30am After school club for anyone interested in coding and digital making. For 8 to 13 year olds. Memory Conservatory Mondays, 2pm - 4pm Drop in for a reminiscence, arts and crafts, singing or to see a friendly face and have a cuppa. Plymstock Library Feel Better with a Book Tuesdays, 10am - 11.30am Enjoy the power of great novels, stories and poems read aloud in a small friendly group. IT for Beginners Tuesdays, 10.30am - 11.30am Aimed at beginners, find out what you do online by signing up to ‘Learn My Way’. Staff will be on hand to help. Classic Movie Monthly, second Tuesday of the month, 2pm - 4pm Join in the fun for a free showing of a classic film. Check with the library for this month’s title. Hello World - Coding and Making Tuesdays, 4pm - 5pm After school club for anyone interested in coding and digital making. For 8 to 13 year olds. Rhymetime Thursdays, 2.15pm - 2.45pm Saturdays, 10am - 10.30am Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers. Libraries also run regular story times for the under 5s. Lego Club for Grown Ups Thursdays, 6pm - 7.30pm Lego is not just for children! Why not join the Lego group for grown ups? The Lego is provided, you provide the building skills. No booking needed. Share a Story Saturdays, 10.30am - 11am A weekly drop in session where you can read stories and do activities together. Each week follows a different theme. Lego Club Saturdays, 2.30pm - 4pm Do you have a big imagination and like making things? Why not join the Lego group? For children aged 6+. Film Show Monthly, third Monday of the month, 2pm - 4pm Join in the fun with a free film show. Check with the library for this month’s title. Plymstock Gardening Society Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of the month at 7.30pm at Plymstock United Church Hall, Plymstock Road Oreston. The next meeting is on 23 April when Bill Beck of Fry’s Nursery will be talking about hanging baskets and bedding plants for the Spring and
Summer. The Hall is open from 7pm and new members and visitors are very welcome. Plympton Gardeners Association First Thursday of every month at 7:30pm at Harewood House, Plympton. We have talks from visiting speakers on gardening topics, monthly and annual competitions for members and we hold two flower and produce shows every year. We also run a Trading Hut during the growing season where gardening supplies can be bought at competitive prices. Visit www.plymptongardeners.com for more details.
Wanted: Young star for Miss Saigon Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of legendary musical Miss Saigon is looking for boys or girls to play the role of ‘Tam’ when the show runs at Theatre Royal Plymouth in July and August.
‘Tam’ is small, cute, confident and South East Asian looking. He is not younger than four and not older than six. Children must live within a commutable distance of Plymouth. The show runs from July 4 to August 4. This new production of Miss Saigon opened in London in May 2014 to record-breaking advance sales and critical acclaim. The show swept the board at the 2015 Whatsonstage.com awards winning a record breaking nine awards, the most awards ever won by a single show in the 15-year history of the awards including: Best West End Show and Best Revival of a Musical. Miss Saigon tells the story of young bar girl named Kim, orphaned by war, who falls in love with Chris, an American GI but their lives are torn apart by the fall of Saigon. For further information and to apply, email Joanne Hawes on joanne.hawes2013@gmail. com including a small head and shoulders photograph.
Plympton U3A Fourth Tuesday of the month The group meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at Harewood House, Plympton. New members are welcome to come along from 1.30 p.m. to have a cup of tea/coffee and to find out more about Plympton U3A and the wide range of Interest Groups which are available for you to join. The meeting itself starts at 2p.m. with a guest speaker each month. For further information visit our website; u3asites.org.uk/ plympton or contact Maggie on 01752 957044. Coffee Morning First Wednesday of month St Peter’s Lutheran Church, Larkham Lane, Plympton hold a friendly coffee morning 10am to 12 noon. Cost is £2 that includes a second cup of coffee and homemade cake. Everyone welcome. Come and make new friends. Age UK Activities Age UK Plymouth’s William Venton Centre in Plymstock provides a wide variety of regular, friendly activities for over the 50s and carers. A range of social and creative activities for all abilities: Freshly cooked lunches are available daily at just £6 for three courses. Mondays Card and Puzzle Group. £3. Art and Craft, also on Wednesdays, if you enjoy being creative, come along and join this friendly group. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £3. Music for the Memory. 2pm - 3.30pm. Free. Busy Fingers Knitting Group, also on Wednesdays and Fridays. 9.30am - 11.45am. £3. Reading Group, every third Monday of the month. 10.30am - 12pm. £3. Tuesdays Tai Chi for beginners and improvers. 10am - 11am and 11.15am - 12.15pm. £4. Bingo. 1.45pm - 3.30pm. £5. Walking football run by Plymouth Argyle. 1.30pm - 2.30pm. Suggested donation £2. Wednesdays Relaxing Yoga. 10am - 11.30am. £6. Singing Group. 1.45pm - 3.45pm. £3 Thursdays Short Mat Bowls. 9.30am - 12pm. £3. Art Group. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £3. Line Dancing. 2pm - 3.30pm. £5. Fridays Scrabble. £3. Computer Lessons. Come and learn new skills from getting online safely to reading emails. Booking required, free. Quilling. A unique skills rolling, shaping and gluing paper to create interesting designs on cards and paintings. 9.30am - 11.45am and 1.30pm - 3pm. £3. Memory Lane Group, for carers and the with memory loss. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. £3. For more information please ring 01752 405632 or visit www.ageukplymouth.org.uk Sequenced Dancing Tuesdays and Saturdays Plymstock Community Centre Tuesdays 2pm-4pm; Saturdays 7.30pm-10.30pm All welcome 01752 251313 or 668017 Plym Valley Sugarcraft Guild Meet on the third Monday of the month at 7.30pm at Norley Hall, 70-74 Plymstock Road, Plymstock. We are a friendly group of likeminded people of varying ages and skills, from beginners to the very experienced. We hold various demonstrations and workshops each meeting from flower making to how to stack a cake. Contact chairman Ros Hawkins at roshawkins@ talktalk.net or secretary CarolTweedle aroltweedie@ hotmail.com More details at www.bsgregion6.com and our Facebook page. Hooe and Turnchapel Ladies Group Meet on the first and second Tuesday of the month, 8pm at the Hooe & Turnchapel Community Centre. Call 01752 311931 for more details.
Plymstock ‘Wednesday Wives’ An independent group of women who meet for a varied programme including speakers, workshop evenings, games, meals out and visits, and of course, chat!! We welcome all ladies (married or not) to the Hall at the United Reform Church Plymstock Rd, on Wednesday evenings (not first one in the month/and not school holidays generally) from 7.30pm - 9.30pm. We have tea/coffee and a light supper which we take it in turns to provide. For details/dates please contact Jacky Partridge 01752 231139 ansaphone on. Monthly Market Third Saturday of month St Peter’s Lutheran Church, Larkham Lane, Plympton hold a monthly market with crafts, jewellery, cakes, bric a brac and books etc. 10.am - 1.pm. Good refreshments available. Free entry. Why not pay us a visit? Sparkwell WI First Wednesday of month Sparkwell Parish Hall. Guest speaker this month Mark Rendell on the topic Eat, Drink and Be Merry. Come and see what we are about. No obligation but you are most welcome. Contact Heather Harvey 01752 893 249 Colebrook Community Centre Colebrook Community Centre is a totally self-funding charity. Regular Events Monday: Diabetic group, 4 - 5 Children’s Language class Tuesday: 2 - 4 over 60’s group 4 - 7 Dog Training Wednesday: 9.30 - 10.30 Pilates 4 - 5 Children’s Language class Thursday 2nd week of month: 9.30 - 1 Fostering Thursday 3rd week of month: 10 - 1 Multiple Sclerosis 1.45 Pilates Friday: 9.30 - 10.30 Pilates; 11 - 12 Children’s Language class Friday: 1st and 3rd week of the month Country Dancing Car Boot Sales at Peacock Meadow & George Park & Ride March - October Available for hire suitable Children’s Birthday Parties Contact Kay for further details tel 01752 200046 Woodford Methodist Community Church Church and Worship Morning Worship and Children’s Sunday Club 10.30am 2nd-5th Sunday of every month. A guaranteed relaxed service, with friendly ministers and congregation. A
team of wonderful Ministers keep each week fresh and rewarding. Experienced children’s workers in Junior Church teach and care for children from toddlers to teenagers with age-related activities. Those with babies and very dependent children are welcome to join in with this group. Prayer Team available to talk over your worries at the close of the Service. Drinks, biscuits and opportunity for friendly conversation in the hall after every service. We have grown to expect the unexpected in this modern, happy, friendly church. Monthly Early Traditional Service (followed by Messy Church) 1st Sunday of every month. 9.30am Traditional Service with hymn books, prayer and a sermon. This is a wonderful time of worship with the traditional contents of a Methodist Service with a modern joyful twist. Members of the Prayer Team are available for you to speak with at the close of the service. You are then invited to go into the Hall for hot drinks and biscuits. This is a great opportunity to meet some of the members of this church and stay for the Messy Activities or just relax and have a chat over a hot drink. Messy Church - begins at 10.30am with a session of arts, crafts, fun and mess in the Hall for everyone, regardless of age or ability. Hot drinks and biscuits are available and the opportunity to stay for lunch at the Church for a minimal cost. The items made are then taken into the Chapel for a very informal short Service. The children are asked about the things they have made, before heading back into the Hall for lunch, or more coffee etc. This is a great opportunity to get to know the church and the people involved in it. ‘Overflow Praise & Worship’ service 6.30pm - 8.30pm on 2nd Sunday of every month. Time in God’s presence:- worshipping, giving thanks, praying and sharing what God has laid on your heart in an awesome and amazing way. Refreshments will be served during the evening. Prayer Group Tuesdays 9.30am-10.30am (In the Lounge).In all the hustle and bustle of life these days, people struggle to cope, but look to fill that gap in their lives where something is missing. That gap can be filled with the loving family of God in a local church. Giving up a bit of time for regular prayer, together with others, can help you cope with the stresses and worry
@PlymChronicle
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY
Friday Night Bingo Fridays 7:30pm at Hooe and Tunchapel Community Centre. Tea, coffee and biscuits. Weekly raffles and late raffle once a month. Why not give us a try! Contact 01752 408441 for more details.
Community Groups:
The Linda Mortimore School of Dance Mondays 4.15pm8pm and Wednesdays 4.15pm-7pm. Linda trained at the Royal Academy of Dance in London and teaches RAD ballet and the ISTD tap, modern and jazz. The school holds a very popular adult tap class and produces stage performances, with regular productions. Dance is a great platform for socialising, learning posture and gaining confidence. Learning to dance can lead to a career or for just having fun. Call 01752 343791 for more information. Women’s Fellowship (Tuesdays 2.30pm-3.30pm - In The Main Hall) Come and join this lovely group, with a vast programme of speakers, covering many subjects. They enjoy watching various films and slide shows, have annual outings and visits by choirs. The group also hold a regular Bring and Buy table to support designated charities. It is a really friendly, welcoming group with lots of stories to tell about living through different situations and stages, as Christians. Some of the members may well be in their latter years, but have fabulous personalities and lots to share. They enjoy each other’s company and are most definitely young at heart! To find out more about this wonderful group of ladies Telephone Muriel on 345284 or Pat on 348672. Rainbow Girl Guides Rainbows is a section of the Girl Guides organisation which is all about developing selfconfidence, building friendships, learning new things and having fun. Our group is not running at present, but there are other groups in the area. To find a group go to www.girlguiding.org.uk and register your details. Woodford Men’s Meeting 10am (2nd and 4th Wednesday month) The Men’s Meeting, welcome any men who wish to join this convivial group. Session start with a cuppa before a speaker gives an interesting and entertaining talk, sometimes accompanied by a slide show or film, for about one hour. The meeting ends at 11.30am. A small charge of £2 is levied to cover refreshments and fees. Guest speakers, specialising in a variety of subjects have enthralled those attending. Members and friends are always welcome to give a talk on a subject of their own choice! The group share a huge range of experience, knowledge and stories - why not come and share with them? We always welcome new friends and our group currently range from middle-age upwards. Come along you will be very welcome and have instant friendship in this cordial atmosphere. To find out more, ring Harold on 01752 337085. Pins & Needles Knitting Club 2.30pm (1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month). This traditional hobby has bounced right back up in the popularity charts. People of varying ages are now picking up knitting needles and are all most welcome to come and join this group, which hand-produce and send knitted goods such as jumpers, blankets and hats for poor children in two areas of Romania and are sometimes asked to produce adult hats for Shekinah Mission, asylum seekers and refugees. One of the members makes cardigans, hats and small blankets for the Neo-natal Unit at Derriford Hospital. It doesn’t matter if you have been knitting for years, or have never seen a ball of wool before the group will openly welcome you and share their knowledge and skills! To join them, please contact Jean Milroy on Tel. 337578. Games 4 U 2.30pm-4pm (2nd and 4th Thursday of
23
Past Times Past Times group was started over 20 years ago to encourage people, especially those on their own or new to the area, to share their hobbies, knitting for charity, cross stitch, board games, quizzes or just pop in & enjoy some friendly company & a cup of tea. We also have a list of other groups, clubs & activities available in Plympton. We meet on the 4th Monday of each month, at St Mary’s Parish Centre, Market Road, Plympton 1.30pm until 3.30 pm. More details are available from the parish office Monday to Friday 9am until 1pm 01752 348525
that life throws at you. We provide a non-judgemental circle of friendship and welcome everyone, regardless of background, luggage and history, to come and seek our friendship. We open our doors every week, for anybody and everybody to walk in freely and pray with us. Every word spoken is treated with the upmost confidence and privacy, along with unconditional friendship. Come along and pray with us - life is easier to cope with among friends. You can come in and out as you need and should you need to stay longer or talk to anyone at the end, you will not be turned away. If the doors are locked, knock on the window (room on right-hand end of the church). You do not need to attend any church to come and pray with us. For further information on Woodford’s church and worship events contact Sheila on 338517. Woodford Wives (1st and 3rd Monday of the month at 7.30pm) This group of friendly women meet twice a month to listen to various speakers and meet socially. They also raise funds by holding a Coffee Bar at Harewood House and stalls throughout the year. There’s always time for a chat! Day trips away as a group of friends. In recent years they have raised much needed funds for Help for Heroes, Bowel Cancer West (Derriford Hospital) and Shekinah Mission. To find out more Telephone Anne Eames on Tel. 216643.
June 2018
Respect Festival returns in July The popular Plymouth Respect Festival returns to the city on Saturday July 14.
After a two year break, Plymouth and Devon Racial Equality Council (PDREC), with support from other organisations, has decided to bring back one of Plymouth’s best loved festivals. Since the first festival 20 years ago, the event continued to develop each year and this year it will return to its home roots at Plymouth Guildhall. The free event will showcase Plymouth’s diversity with a variety of performers, food, street parades and interactive information stands. Julie Paget, PDREC manager said: “We are delighted that Plymouth Respect Festival is returning this year, especially as the festival coincides with our 25th anniversary.
every month) A group of friendly men and women who meet during the autumn and spring school terms. The group play various board games from the easy to the quite demanding. No matter how much you need to concentrate, the club never lose sight that you are playing games and so there is always opportunity for light conversation during the tea and biscuit break! To find out more about this wonderful group telephone Joyce on Tel. 216343. ‘Woodys’ Youth Group 6pm-8pm. A new group set up for the community by the church. There is a good mix of children from 8-16 where they can test their scooter and skateboard skills on the ramps and jumps. Air-hockey also available. Youth workers work alongside members of the church and other volunteers to support this wonderful project. Primary-age children session 6-7pm and Secondary-age children session 7-8pm. Laira Youth Band (Thursdays 7.15pm). The Laira Youth Brass Band started in 1972 from the members of the Sunday school at Laira Congregational Church, it has performed hundreds of concerts over the years, in every corner of the City and beyond. Scores of children have passed through its ranks. Most were taught to read music and to play their instrument whilst in the Band, and many have continued their musical hobby into adult life, some choosing a professional career in music. As well as part of the band performing (amongst others) in the weekly church service here at Woodford, the Band also put on regular concerts to raise money for local charities and take part in parades and perform at special church events. To find out more call Tony Hollick on 01752 216784. Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Sundays: Church service 10am to 12 noon 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. Square dancing 5.30pm -9pm Mondays: Salsa classes 10am to 11am. Chatterbox 1pm to 3pm. Table Tennis 6pm to 9pm 1st Monday of the month Federation of Pensioners 1pm to 4pm (Phoenix Club) Tuesdays: Baby sensory classes 10am to 12 noon. Valannes’s Dance School Children’s Ballet & Tap 4pm to 7pm. Line dancing 7.30pm to 10pm. Wednesdays: Over 60’s Club 1pm to 4pm. Dance Aerobics 6pm to 7pm. Latin Line dancing 7.30pm to 9.30pm Thursdays: Watercolour Art Sessions for Adults. Beginner and experienced artists welcome. Thursdays
“The festival is an excellent opportunity for the city to come together and promote the intrinsic message of respect and equality for all.” Sergeant Graham Little, diverse communities team leader, commented: “It is great that the festival is returning to Plymouth. It is an amazing event which encourages engagement between the police, diverse communities and Plymouth citizens. “It is also a good opportunity for people to learn more about different cultures and beliefs, and also shows the benefits that come from living in a multi-cultural city.” For more information about how to get involved with the event, please visit the Plymouth Respect Festival website at www.plymouthrespectfestival.co.uk
10am to 12 noon. For more information call Janet: Mobile: 07742 983311 Line dancing 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Fridays: Evergreen Club 2pm to 4pm. Dance Aerobics 6pm to 7pm. Hall and lounge meeting room for hire telephone Lesley on 07952 465836. Licenced Bar - Open from 7:30pm week days and from 12pm weekends. Soft drinks and hot drinks also sold. All welcome. Energie Fitness for Women Classes at Lister Close, Plympton Tuesday 9.30am Ladies only Legs, Bums, Tums Tuesday 10.15am Ladies Only Pilates Wednesday 9.15am Ladies only BodyPump Wednesday 11am Ladies Only Pilates Friday 6pm Ladies only FatBlast Saturday 11am Gentle motorised exercise Sunday 9.15am Mixed Class BodyPump For more information call 01752 340044 Plympton Moving On Stroke Club Alternate Wednesdays Meet at Pocklington Rise, George Lane, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 1JL 10.30am to 12.30pm. There is a small charge to cover the rent of the room, and for refreshments £2 per person. We tend to have a speaker one week, and an activity the next. Contacts Tony Stoneman 07834276371; Steve Sargent 07944691482 Plympton Fuschia and Pelargonium Group Second Tuesday of the month The group meets at Harewood House, Plympton at 7.30pm please free to come along. New members always welcome. Full speaker programme to be found on pfgg.co.uk. Contact Sonia on 514119 for more info. Sandy’s Songbirds Wednesdays A thriving, happy mixed choir. No auditions. No need to be able to read music either.This is a fun-filled community choir meeting weekly with refreshments and raffle too. Wednesdays 10 am to 12 noon at Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre in Glen road behind the Coop. For details contact Sandy on 07737 461431. Hooe’s Place Cafe St John’s Church Hall, Hooe. Open to all. 10.30am 11.30am for coffee. Freshly cooked lunches from 11.45am - 1.30pm. St John’s Church open through the hall 10.30am - 2pm. The only bus now travelling to Hooe is No. 2B every 20 minutes stopping outside the church.
Table Top Sale Second Saturday in the Month (not January) Plymstock Community Centre: Vintage, Collectables and Craft 9am to 2pm. These table top sales are held in Plymstock Community Centre (top of Plymstock Broadway Car Park). A friendly and welcoming atmosphere prevails and there is something for everyone from antiques to knitted gloves and hats to books and records and jewellery. We hope to bring something new each month. Entry is 20p per person but children are free. There is a selection of hot and cold refreshments. Enquiries to Paula 01752 342321. Sandy’s Plymtones Mondays Fun choir for men and women. Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre (near the Co-op), Glen Road, Plympton. 2-4pm. No auditions, no need to read music - just good humour and enthusiasm needed. Contact Sandy on 336953 or 07737 461431. Circle Dance Thursdays Yealmpton Circle Dance Group. Yealmpton Community Centre, Stray Park, PL8 2HF. 7.30pm-9.30pm. A variety of dance styles from gentle and expressive to lively and joyful. Traditional and contemporary world music. Good for mind, body and spirit. Clearly taught and easy to learn. No partner needed. Friendly and fun. Call 01752 880196 for details. Mini Dance Machine Thursdays At Rees Youth Centre, Mudge Way, Plympton. Modern fun disco dance group for children. 4.15pm - 5pm for ages 4 to 6; 5pm - 6pm ages 6 to 10. £2 per session. Call Lisa 07896 105 479. Boxing Classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Carl’s boxing stable has opened a new gym in Colebrook training for all ages to compete or just get fit. 7pm to 8pm. Details from Carl on 07837 920150. Time Out Second and fourth Wednesday A group for individuals who are lonely and isolated. Come for a chat and make new friends. Plymstock United Church, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, from 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Refreshments £1. Contact Lin: 07818 254527. Woodside Animal Welfare Trust Your local sanctuary for most types of unwanted domestic pets. Good homes always needed - have a look at lovely animals, and what we do on www. woodsidesanctuary.org.uk. We don’t destroy any animal unless it’s beyond veterinary help or dangerous and we have special units for elderly residents. Please don’t allow your pet to breed, ask us for friendly advice, or about our spay and neuter scheme for owners on benefit instead. Based in Elfordleigh. Tel 01752 347503. Ballroom & Social Sequence Dancing Various dates Plymstock Community Centre every Tuesday afternoon 2pm until 4pm and every other Saturday from 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Details 01752 251313 or 01752 668017. Off Key Singing Group Mondays For people who love to sing in the shower! Mondays 5.50pm to 6.50pm at Derriford Health & Leisure Centre, function room. Girl Guide Hut in Plympton 10.30am to 11.30am. Call 07770 683 314 for more info. Guitar Classes Guitar lessons for children aged from 6 - 12 years. Taught in small groups of 2 or 3. Tuesdays and
Supporting people to improve their quality of life since 1907 We provide help to thousands of local people each year through information, advice and practical support www.improvinglivesplymouth.org.uk
• continued on next page
24 June 2018
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • continued from page 23
National Trust Plymouth Centre (NTPC) The group helps members to make even more of their NT membership and meet like minded people. During the winter months there are talks as listed: April on Mrs Ronnie, the Royal Matchmaker by Janet Crawford. In addition there is usually coach events each month from April to September. Membership is only £4 or £6 for couples. For more information and application form call Russell on 01752 266608
Wednesdays at 3.45 or 4.30pm Fridays at 4pm Saturdays between 9.30 - 4pm For more details Tel: 01752 216456. Classes held in the Woodford area. Sounds Musical Theatre Company Wednesdays Founded in 1911, we are a friendly, diverse group of people who love Musical Theatre and produce two shows a year. In March/April we perform our annual full musical production, with a musical revue in October. Rehearsals are every Wednesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm in Oreston Methodist Church Hall, Plymstock Road, Oreston. Visit www.soundsmusicaltheatrecompany. co.uk for more info.
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.
Plymstock & District Art Society (PANDAS) Pandas is a small friendly group of amateur painters meeting for two hours (7.30-9.30pm) every Wednesday fortnight at the Radford Family Centre, Plymstock. Members paint and draw in all media and enjoy occasional demonstrations and models. We are not a teaching class but help each other and have programme of themed evenings. Each year our annual exhibition takes place in Plymstock Library. New members are always given a warm welcome so please contact Mike on 794281. Stay & Play Toddler Group Wednesday mornings during term time St Mary’s Church Pre-School, St Mary’s Church Parish Centre, Market Road, Plympton. 9.15am to 11.15am. Group is run by friendly and experienced early years practitioners from St Mary’s Church pre-school that was given an overall Outstanding outcome by Ofsted (July 2011). New and expectant parents welcome. A one-off donation per week to cover costs of £1.50 per adults (children under 12 months) £2 per adult (children over 12 months). Includes refreshments. Telephone 01752 348525. Beckly Centre Regular events at the Beckly Centre at Mayers Way, Hooe Road, Plymstock include: Mondays 7pm to 9.30pm adult social group with a variety of activities including crafts, life skills, cooking, quizzes, bingo and outings; Thursdays 7pm to 9pm youth group providing social activities in a small friendship mixed ages and ability groups for young people with additional needs; Saturdays and Sundays 10.30am to 3.30pm weekend activity groups for mixed age and ability groups of children and young people with special needs offering a good range of social and group opportunities; school holidays weekdays 10.30am to 3.30pm holiday playscheme activity sessions for small friendship groups of children and young people with special needs. For details call 01752 484433 or 07780 662391. Fun Club Fridays in term time Fun filled club for primary school aged children from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at Plymstock Chapel, Church Road, Plymstock. Games, crafts, stories, songs, tuck shop etc. 50p entrance. Friday Night Bingo Fridays 7.30pm At Hooe and Turnchapel Community Centre. Tea, coffee & biscuits. Weekly raffles and meat raffle once a month. Why not give us a try! Contact 01752 408441 for more details. SING Every Thursday in school term times Plymouth Community Choir at Pomphlett. Great songs, lovely people and loads of fun! Do you want to sing with us? We meet on Thursdays 7.15pm-9pm at Pomphlett Methodist Church Centre (just behind Morrisons in Plymstock). We sing songs at the soul funky/world music end of the spectrum. Visit www. singdevon.com. Or ring Pete Scott on 07896 276577. First session free! Book online or by phone. 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. 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. 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 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.
@PlymChronicle
Krafty Kidz Tuesdays Childrens activity workshops from ages 5 to 16. Cooker, crafts and STEM activities. £5 per session includes materials. 5.30pm to 7pm.To book email: info@wkuk. org. Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.
City WALK IT! raises £11,000 Well over 200 people took part in the WALK IT! event in Plymouth to raise funds and awareness for Crohn’s & Colitis UK. The event was a huge success with 50 people signing up on the day, bringing the total number of walkers to 230. The Deputy Lord Mayor of Plymouth Coun Nick Kelly, cut the tape for official start of the walk - and then completed it with Helen, his consort. Walkers started off at The hoe and took on either the 10k or 5k route around the city. A total of £11000 was raised at the event.
WALK IT! in Plymouth was the first of six similar events to be held in just seven other cities in the coming weeks. A spokesperson for Crohn’s & Colitis UK said: “The money raised was a fantastic achievement for all involved along with the help of the volunteers and the determination of the walkers, this was a fantastic way to kick off the WALK IT campaign this year.” For more information on Crohn’s and Colitis UK or to find out more about WALK IT please visit www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk.
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
mixture of street dance, fitness and contemporary. Free. Details e-mail Kerrie at kerrie@eximdance.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
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.
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 Shirley on 01752 407676. Club Focus Camera Club Mondays Meets at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth. Meets every Monday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Contact Membership Secretary 01752 231139 Website 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
Costa Healing Rooms Meet at Costa, New George Street, c/o Old Town Street every Wednesday 2.30pm - 4.30pm Dartmoor Gliding Friendly Flying on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting. Call 07873 483001 for details or Google Dartmoor Flying.
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 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 our website at plymouth. fnf.org.uk 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 Healing Rooms Meet at Shekinah Traning Centre, 24 Stonehouse Street, Plymouth on Mondays at 7.30 - 9pm (Not bank holidays)
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. 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. 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 Group If 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 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 £2 (1st session free) Contact Lee 07414677003, Facebook Plymouth Handball Club, email plymouthhandballclub@hotmail.com
@PlymChronicle
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY
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 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 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 more 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 Skywatch Meet at St Budeaux Parish Church Hall every third Friday of the month at 7.30pm. The meeting usually 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 are a small friendly Magic Club who meets every second Thursday at The Walrus, Athenaeum Street, Plymouth from 7pm to 9pm. All budding magicians are welcome to join us. For details call Ian Marley on 07979 655018. 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 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.
25
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 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 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.
June 2018
Well done Dunstone! Dunstone Primary School joined forces with the Plymstock Broadway St Luke’s Hospice bookshop to hold a second hand book sale recently. Parents and children supported the event and helped raise over £56 for St Luke’s, which was presented to the charity’s community fundraiser Wayne Marshall. 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 7.30pm. 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, 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 Holiday Inn from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Coffee available on arrival and an option to stay for a reasonably priced two course lunch in the restaurant. U3A (University of the 3rd Age) is organised and run by volunteers, there are over 60 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. 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. 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
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 established 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 344048 or the chairman on 405132. 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 us direct on 07542 125575. Boys Brigade Various dates For more information visit www.plymouth.boys-brigade. org.uk. 1st Plymouth - Salisbury Road Baptist Church (Fridays); 2nd Plymouth - Ridgeway Methodist Church (Mondays); 4th Plymouth - St Jude’s Church Halls (Wednesdays); 5th Plymouth - Mount Gould Methodist Church (Fridays); 7th Plymouth - Pennycross Methodist Church (Fridays); 8th Plymouth - Ford Baptist Church (Wednesdays). New members welcome. Age groups: Anchor Boys (5 to 7); Juniors (8-11) and Company Section (12-18). The Boys Brigade can help your church in its mission to children and young people. Contact the development team at plymouth.battalion@tiscali. co.uk or call 01579 346218. 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 (6pm-7pm), 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
• continued on next page
26 June 2018
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • COMMUNITY DIRECTORY • continued from page 25
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
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
Special Olympics Plymouth and District The Special Olympics Plymouth and District at YMCA Kitto centre on Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 8pm £15 membership £2 each week.
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. 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. 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 RAF Association (Plymouth Branch) On April 1 2018 the Royal Air Force, will be 100 years old, (1918/2018), having been formed by the amalgamation of the Royal Naval Air Service and the Royal Flying Corps. Special events to commemorate the 100th Anniversary, will be held throughout the UK. The Plymouth Branch of RAFA will be involved especially during the period between September 9 and 16. Watch this space! Dates of Branch Meetings during 2018 will be on Wednesday March 28, April 25, May 23, June 27, July 25, Aug 22, Sep 26, Oct 24 and finally Nov 28. Meetings will start at 10.30am followed by coffee break at 11am all held at Raffles Club Ermington Terrace, Mutley, Plymouth. The Branch AGM will be on March 7 at 12 noon followed by lunch at Raffles Club. We look forward to meeting members old and new. Please make the effort to join us during 2018. RASC/RCT/RLC Association (Plymouth Branch) This is to advise members that the Branch meetings will now be 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 Meeting will be held as usual at the Army Reserve Centre, Brest Road, Derriford, Plymouth and the dates for 2018 are: May 8, July 10, Sept 11 and Nov 13. The Annual General Meeting will be on Tuesday, January 8 2019 at 8pm. Please attend as many meetings as you can, the committee needs your support, if you wish to keep the branch alive.
@PlymChronicle
Elaine Bleazard, branch director at Santander’s Plymouth Branch, (centre) presents the cheque to Hannahs corporate fundraiser, Claire Landricombe, with Andrew Green from Hannahwood
£5,000 for Hannahs
The Dame Hannah Rogers Trust recently received a donation of £4,999 from Santander.
Elaine Bleazard, branch director at Santander’s Plymouth Branch, presented the cheque to Hannahs corporate fundraiser, Claire Landricombe, and Andrew Green from Hannahwood, Hannahs young adult provision. The donation was provided by the Santander Foundation, which offers Discovery Grants to UK registered charities for projects that help disadvantaged people in local communities. This grant will fund a range of musical equipment allowing the young people at Hannahs with profound physical disabilities and limited movement to take part in music therapy sessions and create music. Music provides an important outlet for self-expression and social interaction and the opportunity to develop their creativity and refine their motor skills. It will benefit 39 of the young adults with physical disabilities ranging from cerebral palsy, autism and acquired brain injuries will benefit from the musical equipment. Music therapy sessions will be delivered in groups to those with restricted movement allowing them to take part and experience
the life changing benefits of music. The project will enable the young people to access music based activities that enhance feelings of self-confidence, selfworth and self-esteem to assist them in reaching their fullest potential and improve their quality of life. Hannahs also aims to connect with the local community through music to challenge society assumptions and beliefs about disabilities. Claire Landricombe, said “We are delighted to be recipients of the Santander Discovery Grant this year and are very grateful for the continued support that we receive from our friends at Santander. We are absolutely thrilled to benefit from such a generous amount which can now be used to transform our music therapy at the Dame Hannah Rogers Charity. It was fantastic to be able to show Elaine around Hannahs Ivybridge recently and introduce her to some of our young adults who demonstrated their music mixing ability using some of the new equipment. “ Elaine said: “The Santander Foundation makes hundreds of donations every year to good causes throughout the UK. We are committed to playing a key part in the community and we are delighted to be supporting the Dame Hannah Trust, and hope the donation makes a real difference”.
Road to Recovery Group of Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting every Friday at St Matthias Church Hall, North Hill. Doors open 6.30pm. Meeting 7pm- 9pm. 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.
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.
Snack ‘N’ Chat uesdaysFriendship 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.
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
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
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
The Arts Society South Devon (TASSD) 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 him on: geoffnread@gmail.com Watercolour Art Sessions for Adults Thursdays Beginner and experienced artists welcome. 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 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
If you would like your event featured in our community directory, please email
info@cornerstonevision.com
USEFUL Call to arms for city’s creatives with NUMBERS launch of 1000 Makers initiative June 2018 27
@PlymChronicle
Emergency Numbers
Police, Fire, Ambulance or Coastguard 999 or 112 Police general enquiries 101 Derriford Hospital 08451 558155 Electricity, Western Power Distribution 0800 678 3105 Gas, Transco (Gas Emergency Service) 0800 111999 Water, South West Water 0344 3462020 Environment Agency (Emergency) 0800 807060 RSPCA 0300 1234 999
Worth over £91 billion to the UK, the explosion of the creative economy has prompted the launch of the ‘1000 Makers’ campaign by local social enterprise, RIO – the Real Ideas Organisation.
RIO’s ‘1,000 Makers’campaign shines a light on the growth and prosperity of the creative industries for children and young people in the city. Now being heralded as the 4th Industrial Revolution, new technologies are combining with established practice to change the way we work and live our lives. Launched in May to a community of creatives and business leaders, the campaign provides opportunities for businesses and Plymouth’s burgeoning community of makers to offer experiences to children and young people. Jonathan Clitheroe, head of challenge based learning at RIO, said: “We believe it is essential that Plymouth’s young people have the experience of being makers, rather than solely passive consumers of technology. Our world needs makers: versatile, emotionally intelligent and agile makers. Makers who create with language, image, code, steel, clay or even policy.’ Lindsey Hall, chief executive of RIO, said: “In a world where the take up of creative subjects in schools is being squeezed and where industry is crying out for creative skills, 1000 Makers is a campaign to provide visibility to the fast-growing creative economy and show the significant potential for a career in this sector.” 1000 Makers echoes the government’s stance that creative skills are at the heart of the UK’s industrial strategy and with the creative industries growing at twice the rate of the UK economy as a whole, it is important to ensure today’s young people are prepared for the future career landscape. Working with local makers, the first workshops kick-off at Ocean Studios in the picturesque Royal William Yard in June. THE
Experience
Helplines
Above: Jonathan Clitheroe, head of challenge based learning at RIO speaking at the launch of the 1000 Makers initiative at Ocean Studios in Royal William Yard
Participants will take part in high energy, collaborative making sessions where they will produce tech-enabled, large-scale scrap sculptures. At the same time, the 1000 Makers website will launch, listing events and making
opportunities for children and young people as well as industry insight on the demand for creative skills in the workplace. Other upcoming activity offers a chance for young people to get involved in Plymouth’s inaugural Robotic Sailing Championships in September, and Illuminate, the jaw-dropping light festival staged as part of Mayflower 400 celebrations when it returns to the city in November. Check out 1000makers.co.uk for upcoming events, activities, and more information.
To love a person is to see him as God intended him to be
BY IAN PILKINGTON , TRUSTEE OF CROSS RHYTHMS, PLYMOUTH
The Gospel of John (Chapter 8) tells of some Pharisees befriended sinners. He seemed to break all their rules. And the people loved Him. Those Pharisees who caught a woman right in the act of adultery. were offended and looking for a way to get Jesus They took her, made her stand in front of killed. Jesus (who was surrounded by people in the So, they dragged the woman, probably naked, temple courts) and asked Him: “Moses in the law through the streets to the temple court where they commanded that we stone this woman – but what knew Jesus and many people would be. She, guilty, do you say?” You can almost hear the hush of the shamed, distressed and helpless, had no choice but crowd as these words were thrown at Jesus, the Bible says ‘in order that they might test Him, hoping to stand exposed for all to see, while they accused her just to trap Jesus. They had no real interest in they might find a charge on which to accuse Him.’ justice or the law – they used it, as they used her, The Pharisees weren’t actually following the as bait. biblical Jewish faith. They were an extreme sect So, what does Jesus do? In the eyes of the that had taken God’s laws and twisted them and Pharisees, their god was as legalistic as them. added to them – many of their additions designed But they did not know the real God who was in to oppress women specifically. They had a real their midst. A strong Father, who, faced with the problem with women. (Where was the man who had sin of His children neither condemned them nor been with the woman? The Law they quoted said condoned their actions, but Who Himself convicts the man and woman must equally be punished.) (convinces) us of our sin and on a cross takes They knew many laws, some of them they made the real punishment for His kids, with a heart full up, and Jesus said they laid them on people’s backs of compassion. Most parents reading as burdens and then condemned them Ian Pilkington this will understand the heart ache of for breaking them. They did nothing to watching your children get life badly help, and they enjoyed their positions wrong, and will know that if you could, of power. you would take their consequences to The Pharisees were offended get them back on track. with Jesus already. He healed on the Jesus, unhurried, answered them: “Ok, Sabbath, and challenged their legalistic if any of you have not sinned, go ahead complaints about that and shot them – throw the first stone at her.” They all, down. He taught women as well as one by one, peeled off and left, their men (forbidden by the Pharisees). He
consciences stricken. He knew men’s hearts and He convinced them of their own sin. The woman stands alone with Jesus. He asks her where her accusers are. “They’re gone.” We can almost hear her shocked relief. “Has no man condemned you?” “No one Lord!” (It’s interesting that this woman is the one who recognises that Jesus is Lord). “Then go your way, and from now on don’t sin.” Jesus’ words, to the ears of legalistic religion, are outrageous. ‘What, you mean she just gets let off and told not to do it again!’ Yes, it’s called mercy, and it is in the heart of God Who has taken her punishment on the cross. The Pharisees, blinded by their own offence and agendas, could never see God’s law with God’s eyes, so they missed His heart. We can wonder whether Jesus’ conviction of their sin was enough to cut those hard hearts to allow love in again. After all, He is their Father, too. More than punishing her sin, Jesus wanted her to be the woman He knew she could be. Theodore Dostoevsky said: ‘To love a person, means to see him as God intended him to be.’ Our accusers, those who hurt us, and ourselves included. That’s a tough call, so we need God’s help to do it. Cross Rhythms Plymouth broadcasts on 96.3FM. As a charity run community radio station, it relies on donations to continue broadcasting. If you would like to support them, visit their fundraising campaign at uk.gofundme.com/CRPlymouth
Age UK Plymouth 01752 665424 Adoption UK 0844 848 7900 Al-Anon Family Groups 020 7403 088 Alcoholics Anonymous 08457 697555 Carers UK 020 7378 4999 Childline 0800 1111 Christians Against Poverty (Debt Advice) 0800 328 0006 Crossline Listening Service 01752 666777 Cruse Bereavement Care 0870 1671677 Devon & Cornwall Food Association 07410 977598 Disability & Information Advice Line 01302 310123 Money Advice Plymouth (Debt Advice) 01752 208126 NSPCC Child Protection Helpline 0808 8005000 National Missing Persons Helpline 0500 700700 NHS Direct 0845 4647 National Domestic Violence Helpline 0808 2000247 Money Advice Plymouth (Debt Advice) 01752 208126 Overeaters Anonymous 07000 784 985 Parentline Plus 0808 8002222 Relateline 0845 1304010 Samaritans 08457 909090 Talk to Frank 0800 776600 Shelterline 0808 8004444 Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 West Country Landlords Assn 01752 242980
Travel
RAC Green Flag Rail Travel, national enquiries Plymouth Citybus National Express Coaches Brittany Ferries Cremyll Ferry Torpoint Ferry Tourist Information Passport Office, National Helpline
08000 828282 0800 400600 08457 484950 01752 662271 08717 818181 08705 360360 01752 822105 01752 812233 01752 266030 0870 5210410
Entertainment Theatre Royal 01752 267222 Barbican Theatre 01752 267131 Devonport Playhouse 01752 606507 Plymouth Athenaeum Theatre 01752 266079 Plymouth Pavilions 01752 936363 Plymouth Pavilions Ticket Store 03337 727727 Reel Cinema 01752 225553 Vue Cinema 08712 240240 Tourist Information 01752 306330 National Trust Saltram 01752 333500 Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery 01752 304774 Plymouth Arts Centre 01752 206114
Leisure Plymouth Life Centre 01752 606900 Brickfields Recreation Ground 01752 563320 Manadon Football Dev’ment Centre 01752 201918 Plympton Swimming Pool 0870 300 0020 Plymouth Pavilions 0845 146 1460 Megabowl, Coxside 0871 5501010 Tourist Information 01752 306330 The Beckly Centre, Plymstock 01752 484433
Weather The Met Office Weathercall
0870 9000100 0870 6004242
If you think your organisation would benefit from being listed in our Useful Numbers guide please e-mail your details to info@cornerstonevision.com or write to: Plymouth Shopper, 28 Old Park Road, Peverell, Plymouth Tel 01752 225623 Please note that whilst the Publishers have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of telephone numbers in this Directory, and dates in the What’s On section, no responsibility can be accepted for any errors.
28 June 2018
@PlymChronicle
£370,000 Skills Training Centre opens at Sherford Gary Streeter, MP for South West Devon, officially opened Sherford’s new £370,000 Skills Training Centre, celebrating the occasion alongside key dignitaries, the Sherford Consortium, local training providers and construction contractors at the new development.
Based at Sherford, and already welcoming its first trainees, the one-of-a-kind facility marks a major, long-term commitment to addressing and reducing the region’s skills challenge. The training centre will engage military veterans, apprentices, local contractors, as well as those currently working at Sherford, boosting manual skills by providing training and experience across numerous trades. The training centre boasts two classrooms, a workshop and an outdoor training area, providing trainees with the opportunity to learn at the heart of one of the region’s largest new developments. Those using the training centre will be supported by expert onsite teams and teaching staff, as well as a dedicated training centre co-ordinator based at the facility. As part of the Sherford Skills Training Scheme, the training centre will engage a variety of users, including individuals and sub-contractors already working at Sherford. It will also be used by those looking to retrain or learn new skills, with 60% of this group expected to be former members of the Armed Forces, providing training and practical experience to help them develop professionally. The development of the training centre has been funded by the Sherford Consortium, the network of national homebuilders responsible for the new community, Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Taylor Wimpey. Following a competitive bid process led by the Consortium and key delivery partners – City College Plymouth, South Devon College and Plymouth Construction Training Group – the training centre was also awarded funding from The Construction Industry Trading Board (CITB), set to be distributed over three years. It is hoped that the centre will not only boost skills on site at Sherford, but also create a lasting legacy by improving the region’s economic growth and employment landscape. Gary Streeter said: “I am delighted to support the opening of the new Sherford Training Centre which is another reflection on how the community at Sherford is now firmly
Advertise to
over 21,000
homes in Plympton and Plymstock
up and running. It will provide important resources and training for people wishing to work in the construction sector. It is critical that we train up a new generation of construction workers and skilled tradesmen if we are to meet the infrastructure challenges of our country. This is an important initiative.” Emma Comber, Sherford’s new training centre co-ordinator said: “The training centre provides a unique opportunity to learn and train at one of the largest construction sites
Three of the Sherford apprentices
in the region. We have worked with the Sherford Consortium and local contractors, as well as the CITB, to identify the skills most
MP Gary Streeter, Steven Ricketts and Emma Comber, Sherford’s new training centre co-ordinator
in demand across the industry, with the centre providing a hub for people from all backgrounds to retrain, refresh or upskill achieving recognised industry qualifications.” Ian Pugsley, Taylor Wimpey, member of the Sherford Consortium and lead developer for the training centre, said: “We are committed to providing skills and training which will have a positive impact across the region, working with local businesses, contractors and workers to deliver a training centre which meets all of their needs. “As well as being one of the South West’s largest new developments, it is also one of the most innovative, and we require skilled workers to help proudly deliver the high-quality homes required. By basing the training centre at Sherford, attendees can also learn how a construction site of this size operates, while acquiring the skills and training needed to succeed and progress professionally, supporting the region’s economic growth and development.” Economic growth Devon County Council Leader, John Hart, said: “I’m sure everyone’s pleased that trainees are already making use of the training centre and hopefully it will provide all important skills for future construction workers in Devon. It highlights the long term thinking behind the Sherford development to help support the continuing economic growth of our county.” Cllr Michael Hicks, Lead Member for Sherford at South Hams District Council, said: “I’m thrilled to see the Skills Training Centre opened. It really is a fantastic opportunity for young people, service veterans and those already employed in the construction industry. It’s more evidence that Sherford is developing into not just another collection of houses, but a living, breathing community with an eye on the future.” For more information about Sherford and the new training centre visit: www.sherford. org and for more information about the Skills Training Scheme or to register your interest visit: www.sherford.org/pages/skillstraining-scheme/93
The Plympton and Plymstock Chronicle is delivered door to door every month to homes in Woodford, Plympton St Mary and St Maurice, Chaddlewood, Langage, Elburton, Plymstock, Hooe, Turnchapel, Staddiscombe, Oreston, Pomphlett and Billacombe. The July edition of the Plymouth Chronicle in Plympton and Plymstock will be published on June 15 with a copy deadline of June 4. The Plympton and Plymstock edition is one of four hyper local editions delivered to a total of
more than 90,000 homes throughout the city. If you have an event listing, interesting story or news item you think would be suitable for the Chronicle, please send an email to info@cornerstonevision.com. We welcome submissions but cannot guarantee publication. We accept press releases in the form of text documents and images in JPG or TIFF format (high resolution please).
For more information, or to talk to one of our sales advisors, call
or email
01752 225623
info@cornerstonevision.com www.cornerstonevision.com
Chronicle Plymouth
June 2018
Previously
See page 9 for a chance to win tickets for Ocean City Sounds
KEEP FIT, EARN
the
Elburton school’s Jubilee Playgro und fundraising campaign
Page 15
Loving life in Sherford !
Plymstock
ALSO INSIDE
• Out and About • Community • Community Job Shop Directory • Dial the Experts • Cross Rhythms Experience
Luke and Jess Mitchell were one of the first couple s to buy a home at the new Sherfo rd development. They’ve been talking about their experie nces... • Full story
US
@PlymChronicle PP
@PlymChronicle PP
Plympton &
MON
EY Want to keep fit and earn money at the same time? Distributors and checker needed for the Plymouth Chronic s See page 20 for more details. le!
CONNECT WITH
If you would like to submit a story, email info@corne rstonevision.com or if you would like to find out more information on the Plymouth Chronicle or our other publication s, please visit www.cornerstonevisio n.com
on page 2
: