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September 2018

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Sherford Country Park is now open!

A new 500 acre country park has been officially opened in Sherford. When completed, the country park will feature play areas, allotments and wildlife habitats. • Full story on page 2

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Sherford Life What if the hype is all true? We live in a culture where advertisers constantly bombard us with messages about how good their product will be, and often we end up being disappointed. But just sometimes the end product lives up to the hype.

Take, for example, the recent football World Cup. I was glued to the screen each day on the website of a certain national news outlet, as they released one classic World Cup video clip for each of the 50 days in the run-up to the event starting.

And in my

By Revd Tom Brassil humble opinion the 2018 tournament did not disappoint!

On the other hand, sometimes the product simply cannot compete with our expectations.

I discovered recently that singer Ariana Grande began hinting about her recently-released album two years ago, and the media hype has been building steadily over the past few months.

Nevertheless I was reliably informed by a young teenager recently that she was already sick of hearing the album less than a month after its release!

What about things in our locality? I personally think that Plymouth is often underrated as a place to live, with the abundance of beautiful scenery all around us and a vibrant city life.

The recent National Fireworks Championships were at their gloriously ‘explosive’ best. And on our side of the city we have all sorts to look forward to.

You may or may not agree with the hype surrounding the new Sherford development, but I for one am excited by seeing the building site slowly turn into a lived-in community full of hope and enthusiasm for the future.

In this next month we will start to see the excitement surrounding the new Sherford Vale School turning into concrete reality as it opens its doors to the first students.

One other thing I am looking forward to is Sherford Community Church ‘going live’ on Sundays from September 16. We will be meeting at 10am each Sunday in Sherford Vale School’s hall, and we will be considering some ancient hype.

Mark tells us in his opening chapter in the Bible that there was centuries of hype surrounding the arrival of a person called Jesus: it had been predicted that he would be nothing less than God himself coming to earth. We’ll be looking at the pages of Mark’s book and deciding for ourselves whether Jesus lived up to that expectation.

I won’t try and hype up the church too much, but I can promise that we won’t be spending hours each week singing dreary hymns or reciting archaic and confusing words.

And we certainly won’t be wearing strange old-fashioned outfits! We will simply look into the Bible together, say a few prayers and sing a couple of up-beat songs.

If you’re in the area on a Sunday morning, why not come along and see for yourself?

If you have any questions about Sherford life, or if you would like to know more about Sherford Community Church, please contact me at tom@sherfordchurch.net

500-acre country park is open to the public

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Marking a major milestone in the development of Sherford, the first part of the town’s Country Park has now officially opened to the public.

Free to use, explore and enjoy for everyone, from Sherford families and local neighbours, to the wider community and visitors to the area, the park is the new town’s first community space.

On completion the entire Country Park will cover 500-acres and include abundant open green space, parks, play areas, woodland, allotments and wildlife habitats.

To celebrate the opening of the Country Park, residents, Sherford Vale School pupils and members of the local community were invited to take part in a family-friendly ‘Nature Day’ event. Children attending cut a ceremonial green ribbon to mark the park’s official opening.

Hosted by the Sherford Consortium, members of the public had the opportunity to explore the parkland and wildflower meadows that form the beginning of the Country Park, as well as learning more about the town’s varied nature and wildlife. Plymouth-based forest school, WildAboutWoods, ran games and activities, which involved using Sherford’s natural resources and included identifying some of the park’s plants and trees.

Sustainability is at the heart of Sherford, with the Consortium having already invested over £1.6m into creating an eco-friendly community. The commitment to sustainability extends to Sherford’s varied plant life, with over 62,000 trees and 200,000 plants and shrubs planted.

A further 2.3km of existing hedgerows have been carefully moved to save important seed banks and support biodiversity. The impressive town entrance also features over 30,000 plants, including daisies, ivies, gorse and ferns that have been transplanted from across the site.

Emma Smith from the Sherford Consortium said: “It is fantastic that the first part of the Country Park is now open, where the local community can enjoy scenic walks and outdoor activities – it is the perfect spot for a summer picnic, dog walk or family day out.

The opening marks a significant milestone in the development’s history and is set to be the first of many community spaces to open in the coming years.”

Sue Dann, cabinet member for the Environment and Street Scene Councillor, said: “Plymouth has masses of parks and

meadows – these are incredibly important as they give us space to walk, play, explore and breathe. We want every family to have somewhere within walking distance that they can go to unwind and recharge. It’s just as important for people moving into new homes to have the same opportunities.

“We are growing as a city, but it needs to be sustainable which is why providing plenty of green space is so important for future generations.”

To visit the Country Park, drive along Sherford Road until you reach the car park at the southern edge of the first phase of Sherford. While construction of the new town is still ongoing, visitors are advised to travel by car, but in time the park will be walkable from Sherford and the surrounding area.

As this is only the first section of parkland to open, be please be aware that this typical Devon countryside terrain is uneven underfoot, and access involves crossing a wooden stile. As more of the extensive Country Park is completed, more accessible routes will follow.

For more information about Sherford, visit www.sherford.org

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Plymstock GP surgery promotes use of electronic prescriptions

College to raise funds for St Luke’s Hospice St Luke’s Hospice has been announced as City College Plymouth’s chosen charity for the forthcoming academic year.

Every year, students and staff at the college raise thousands of pounds for good causes, including a nominated charity which is the focus for their fundraising efforts.

This year, the college has chosen to work with St Luke’s - a charity committed to caring for those with serious illnesses and helping them to maintain privacy and dignity at the end of their life.

“We want to say thank you to everyone at City College Plymouth for choosing us as their charity sponsor this year,” said St Luke’s Hospice business fundraising manager, Nicola Keen.

“The generosity and hard work of students and staff will help us to keep providing the best possible care, advice and support for our

Nicola Keen of St Luke’s Hospice and Pauline Hands of City College Plymouth at the launch of the fund raising year

patients and their families.”

Pauline Hands, director of marketing and business engagement at City College, said: “Over the years our students have raised funds for St Luke’s as part of their own enterprises - it is a cause close to their hearts and why we will be dedicating our fundraising efforts to the charity this year. We are excited to be working with St Luke’s and hope to raise as much money as we can for this amazing, local not-for-profit organisation.”

Last year the college raised nearly £3,700 for Macmillan Cancer Support, a charity committed to providing support, information

and guidance to everyone dealing with cancer.

Students and staff volunteered countless hours and will be hoping to have similar success this year with St Luke’s.

More information on the college’s chosen charity can be found at www.stlukes-hospice. org.uk.

Those interested in joining the vibrant student community at City College can find out more by attending one of the College’s summer events. Visit cityplym.ac.uk/events or call 01752 305300 to register your interest.

sent out information packs to 3,000 local residents and businesses seeking comments and received over 800 responses.

The proposal has had a mixed reception so far from locals. Julia Heckford is among those who objected to the new supermarket. She has already written to city planners. In her letter she said: “I strongly object to Aldi being built here. The increasing traffic in Plympton is frustrating, bad for the local environment and I’ve witnessed more and more accidents and near misses over the years on the roads. I worry for job security of all the other nearby supermarkets and we just don’t need another supermarket, there really is little to gain from this for us locals.”

By contrast Andy Murfet supports the idea. In his submission to Plymouth City Council he said: “I support this application as I think it will be good for businesses and the community alike. The road infrastructure

is already in place and the roundabout depicted in the plans would increase the flow of traffic to and from the site, easing congestion. Another superstore in this area of Plympton will provide healthy competition and provide choice to the general public.

“This new store would also bring much needed employment to this area of Plymouth. The concerns about flooding and the nearby railway line have been addressed in the professional comments and they have shown no objection to this application. The location for this new superstore and the recent Marsh Mills development will prove that retail outlets can be a benefit to all outside of the city centre.”

Aldi predict that a quarter of its customer base will be drawn from those currently using the Plympton Lidl store and that 2% will come from those currently using the Co-op in Ridgeway with a 6.12% overall reduction in business collectively among Ridgeway traders. Proposed road improvements to facilitate the new ALDI would include a roundabout at the junction of Strode Road and Galileo Close.

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ALDI PLANS NEW STORE IN PLYMPTON Supermarket retailer Aldi has lodged a planning application for a new supermarket on part of the existing Chaplin’s car park in Strode Road, Plympton.

The planning application number is 18/01234/FUL and the deadline for public responses is August 21.

Under the proposal the current Chaplin’s car park would be reduced in size and shared by both stores. A total of 53 parking places would be lost but there would be new provision for sixteen cycle parking points and four designated disabled parking places.

The new store would have a floor space of 1,892 square metres and around 40 new jobs would be created at the store which would open from 8am to 10pm Monday to Saturday and from 10am to 5pm on Sundays.

Prior to submitting its application, Aldi

Broadway tunes into Radio Plymouth Radio Plymouth has been appointed to provide marketing and promotional support for The Broadway shopping centre in Plymstock.

Richard Allen, senior asset manager for Praxis Retails Estate Management, which manages The Broadway said: “We are delighted to be working with the Radio Plymouth team who will deliver the marketing, events and promotion for The Broadway over the next twelve months.

“We firmly believe that by working with a locally based business to promote The Broadway it will support our own messages of encouraging customers to continue to shop local, to entice new businesses including pop-ups and start-ups to find out more about the flexible terms and lease arrangements available, and that over the coming months and years, The Broadway will stabilise and even reverse the national trend which has seen many current high street and retail shop closures across the country.”

The new working partnership between Radio

Plymouth and The Broadway began at the beginning of July, which was also Independent Retailer Month – a campaign that runs annually throughout July to highlight the important role smaller, local, independent retailers play in the communities they serve, the local economy they contribute to, and in the retail sector as a whole.

Tricia Duff, managing director for Radio Plymouth said: “It is a privilege to be working with The Broadway team to manage their marketing, promotion and events. This is a new area of the business for Radio Plymouth and we are proud to be able to deliver social media support, website management and PR in addition to our existing multi-media marketing on-air, digital and inperson events attendance.”

The Broadway centre manager, Mark Berry added: “We acknowledge that The Broadway has sadly seen a number of local and high street retailer and bank closures over the last couple of years, reflecting the changing retail market

nationally, however we are keen to reassure both customers and business owners that we will continue to invest in this Centre, and our team are very keen to work with existing retailers and encourage new shops and businesses to open up in The Broadway. We consider The Broadway a key local community asset and remain committed to turning round the fortunes of this neighbourhood shopping centre.

“Our weekly market on a Wednesday is continuing to gain momentum with a wide range of local traders, new shop enquiries are steady and the Centre seems to be re-establishing some of the vibrancy that we know many customers and retailers fondly remember.”

To enquire about The Broadway’s flexible business lease terms and arrangements or to find out more about trading at the weekly market (pitch fees have been waived until the end of September) please email enquiries@ thebroadwayplymstock.com

A Plymstock GP practice is raising awareness of how patients can receive their medication more quickly and reduce pressure on their GP. Church View Surgery in Holland Road has 12,500 registered patients and generates an average of 1,500 prescriptions every week.

A staggering 84% of these prescriptions are in the traditional paper format which means the patient has to collect them from the surgery and drop them off at the pharmacy to be turned into their medication.

The practice is raising awareness of electronic prescribing which does away with paper prescriptions completely and instead, sends a version of it direct to a pharmacy of the patient’s choice so it’s waiting for them when they arrive.

The benefits to the patient include; • No struggling to find a parking space at the practice • No queue at the practice reception • A choice of pharmacy to collect their medication • No more lost or mislaid prescriptions • Automatic repeat prescriptions There are also big benefits for Church View including: • Less pressure on their GP • Less pressure on the reception staff • A reduction in mislaid and delayed prescriptions Electronic prescriptions have been around in the NHS for a few years but have been slow to catch on in our area.

Emma Rayment, Church View practice manager said; “Some of our patients already use electronic prescriptions and would never go back to the paper format. It makes life easier for the patient and reduces pressure on their GP at a time when the practice has never been busier. We know it won’t be every patient’s preference which is understandable although we do believe that there are large numbers of our patients who would find the electronic way to be much simpler, quicker and convenient”.

Church View is raising awareness and communicating the benefits of electronic prescribing to its patients during August with in-practice displays, text messages and offering one to one practical help in setting up the system which takes just a few minutes.

Any Church View patient who would like to find out more can call the dispensing team on 01752 403214.

Police appeal for witnesses after Plymstock assaults Police are appealing for the public’s help as they investigate reports of two similar incidents of assault which happened on Thursday August 9 in Plymstock.

The incidents both happened between 3.30am and 3.50am on Horn Cross Road.

In the first incident, a group of unknown men got out of a vehicle and attacked the victim, a 20-year-old man, by kicking him while he was on the floor causing a broken elbow and bruising to the body.

The second assault happened at the same time on Horn Cross Road. Again, unknown men got out of a vehicle and attacked the victim, another 20-year-old man, by punching him to the face which caused visible injury.

The car was described as a small black car.

Anyone who has any information is asked to contact police via 101@dc.police.uk or by calling 101 quoting CR/073418/18.

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

Drama in the Park Aug 25 and Sept 1 Heartbreak Productions present open air theatre in Devonport Park. The unique outdoor theatre experience features different productions on various dates in August and September. The performances include The Railway Children (Aug 25) and Much Ado About Nothing (Sept 1). For tickets and details visit www.heartbreakproductions.co.uk

take part in. Have-a-go agility, dog show, scurry race, temptation alley, Pets Got Talent contest, obstacle course, flyball and so much more. Don’t miss out on this weekend of Doggy Day Out fun. Details missivyevents.co.uk/2018-a-doggy-day-out-events

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Bubble Rush Sept 23 Children’s Hospice South West are delighted to be bringing the brilliant Bubble Rush to the historic estate of Newnham Park – a fantastic new event for Britain’s Ocean City and its surrounding areas.

Run, jog or walk through 5k of colourful bubble stations where foam cannons will shower you in frothy bubbles - something for the children and big kids alike! The course is 2.5k circular route which means all participants get double the bubbles by completing the course twice. If you are taking part with little legs then you can choose to just go around once. Bubble Rush is open to all ages so participants can get together a team of family, friends or colleagues and join the colourful event.

There will be face painters, a bouncy castle, fun tents with games and tombolas, entertainment and music to get you all in the mood. The event starts at 9.30am. For bookings and information visit www. chsw.org.uk/event/bubble-rush-plymouth-2018

Assertiveness and Confidence Workshop Aug 23 Personal and Relationship Counselling, 36 Looe Street, The Barbican, Plymouth, PL4 0BE 6pm to 9pm. £15. Assertiveness and Confidence workshop, aimed at helping people improve their assertiveness & confidence. To book contact Karen on 01752 266000 or visit www.plymouthcounselling.com.

Charity Family Fun Day Aug 26 King’s Arms, Tamerton Foliot The fun day returns after the success of last year’s event and is planned to become an annual event on the August Bank Holiday weekend. Proceeds from this year’s event will go to Asthma UK and the National Autistic Society. The Lord Mayor will be attending and there will be local stalls, music, food, refreshments and a charity raffle.

Blue Light Family Fun Day Sept 1 Organised by the Plymstock Inn to say thank you to Plymstock’s emergency personnel and their families.

Live entertainment, bouncy castle, BBQ, a Prosecco Bar and a discount on all food and drink for all Blue Light Card holders and their families respectively. This includes NHS, Police, Fire, Ambulance, RNLI, Prison Service and Coastguards. Everyone’s invited to come and celebrate our Emergency Service personnel. From 12 noon to 6pm.

Coffee Morning Sept 1 Crownhill Methodist Church 10.30am to 12 noon in aid of Action for Children. Lots of stalls and a friendly welcome. Free parking in adjacent shoppers’ car park.

Action for Children is the Methodist Children’s Charity, founded in 1869, and still making a difference to the lives of 310,000 children and young people annually.

Please see the website www.actionforchildren.org.uk for more information.

Roborough Rotary Club Barbecue Sept 2 Fun & fundraising BBQ at the Kings Arms pub Tamerton Foliot with 12.30pm for 1pm start. Tickets are £10 per person to include a welcome drink plus BBQ and dessert. There will be a selection of games for everyone to try with prizes and a special draw. All proceeds will be in aid of local community charities.

For further details and purchase of tickets please contact Hugh Baker 01752 923706 or 07815975805 Plymouth Green Book Club Sept 4 Discussion on The New Wild - Why Invasive Species Will Be Nature’s Salvation by veteran environmental writer Fred Pearce. He used to think invasive species were evil interlopers spoiling pristine ‘natural’ ecosystems. Most conservationists would agree, but what if traditional ecology is wrong. In The New Wild, Fred Pearce rediscovers what conservation should really be about. He explores ecosystems old and new - from Pacific islands to the Australian outback to the Thames estuary - and reveals that our ideas about ‘the balance of nature’ are now seriously outdated’.

Embracing the new wild is our best chance for the future. Come along and take part in the discussion with guest expert, Dr Alison Smith, Lead Community Scientist, Plantlife. 6.30pm to 8pm. Room 002, Babbage Building, Plymouth University.

Plympton Gardeners Association Sept 6 Guest speaker Terry Underhill talking about autumn colour in the garden. New members always welcomes.

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Not to be missed

Plymouth Treasure Hunt Until Sept 30 Back by popular demand, the annual Plymouth treasure hunt is back and ready to raise more money for St Luke’s Hospice! You will need to solve puzzles, crack codes, complete challenges, decipher riddles and read maps with clues varying in difficulty from easy to mind boggling. There are great prizes to be won along the trail as well as a fabulous trophy for the winning team. Just £20 to enter your team, and you can be safe in the knowledge that all those funds are going to St Luke’s Hospice. Look up Plymouth Treasure Hunt on Facebook for more information.

Plymouth Hoe Bike Nights Aug 30 Plymouth Hoe Bike Nights on the Hoe Promenade by kind permission of the Plymouth City Council in support of 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.

Plymouth Memory Walk Sept 1 Join hundreds of walkers on Plymouth Hoe for the Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk. Sign up, Grand Coffee Morning Sept 8 Hosted by Plymouth Sutton and Devonport Conservative Association at Trinity Church Hall, Torr Lane PL3 3NY. Bring and buy table, cake stall and raffle. Tickets £4 to include coffee, tea and biscuits Auction Sept 11 Come along and bag a bargain at St Budeaux Methodist Church. Open for viewing 5.30pm to 6.30pm, auction starts at 7pm. All proceeds for church funds. For details call 01752 564446 or 366276.

Hope 90 Flower Festival Sept 20 - 23 Hope Baptist Church is celebrating its 90th anniversary at Peverell Corner. A Flower Festival will be held in the church, opened by the Lord Mayor at 11am, with the festival running from 11am to 4pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Various groups from within the church and from the local community will contribute displays on the theme ‘All Good Gifts Around Us’. Entrance is free and tea and coffee will be available.

register or join a team today! If you create a team your friends and family will be able to register individually using the team code and link sent in your welcome email. Once registered, start your fundraising. Every pound you raise will change the lives of people affected by dementia - now and in the future. Registrations are open now and close Thursday August 30. The walk starts at 12 noon. Visit www.memorywalk.org.uk/find-a-walk/ plymouth-2018 to register or for more information.

Plymouth Seafood Festival Sept 15 and 16 The Barbican and Sutton Harbour will come alive with a celebration of locally sourced and sustainably caught, high quality seafood. Now in its seventh year, the Plymouth Seafood Festival will be supporting the fishing industry by offering a weekend full of delicious dishes for all the family to enjoy as well as hands-on activities, including children’s cookery fun, where they can touch and taste local produce. Well known regional chefs from some of the best restaurants in the South West, will be showing off their culinary skills in the special Cookery Theatre.

Plymouth Art Weekender Sept 28 - 30 Plymouth Art Weekender is an ambitious three day event that takes place annually across the city.

The Weekender confidently celebrates Plymouth, its people and the visual arts, promoting the city as an exciting contemporary art destination. The Weekender showcases a wide and diverse range of activity for all ages, including a large array of events and exhibitions throughout the city by local, national and international artists.

Tour de Moor Sept 30 Grab your bike and get that adrenaline pumping the Tour de Moor cycling challenge is back for 2018!

If you’re intrepid enough to take the rough with the smooth and pit yourself against the wilds of Dartmoor in this mixed-terrain biking event, sign up now! Last year, places went fast. Choose between the intermediate 23km route or if you’re feeling brave enough, tackle the hills up to Princetown on the 52km route, putting your cycling skills to the ultimate test. For a more gentle, family-friendly experience, try the 11km ride along Drake’s Trail, suitable for anyone with a bike.

Doggy Day Out at the Park Sept 15 and 16 Mount Edgcumbe provides a great space for a fun packed event. With shopping, refreshments and an array of doggy activities for you and your pooch to

Plymouth 10k and 5k Oct 7 Plymouth 10k and 5k holds an undulating course, suitable for runners of all abilities. Starting in the City Centre, the 10k route will have you head out towards Marsh Mills along the embankment and back whilst taking advantage of closed roads and great scenery. The 5k route will have you starting slightly later in the day, taking the same route as the 10k, but minus the trip along the embankment.

Autumn Fayre Sept 22 St Budeaux Parish Church Community Hall, The Green, Crownhill Road, 12pm to 3pm. There will be several tables selling goods, including childrens toys, cards, gifts, handbags, jams, jewellery, beads, bric a brac and more. Refreshments available. Limited number of tables to hire at £5, to book call 01752 362161.

can become combative, and will introduce some strategies to deal with conflict in a healthier way hopefully enabling more harmonious times ahead with loved ones. At Personal and Relationship Counselling, 36 Looe Street, The Barbican, Plymouth, PL4 0BE from 6pm to 8.30pm £15 pp. To book your place contact Karen on 01752 266000 or visit www. plymouthcounselling.com

Wild Tribe Children’s Festival Sept 22 and 23 Soapbox Theatre, Devonport Park. A fun packed festival brings art, science and the environment together in the form of entertainent, workshops and activities. The theme for this year is tiny to huge exploring the tiniest things in life from insects and plankton to the bigger picture including dinosaurs and space. For more details visit www.stiltskin.org.uk.

Macmillan Coffee Morning Sept 28 Southway Community Centre, Hendwell Close 9.30am to 12 noon. Everyone welcome and bring your friends to help raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Hosted by Southway Community Group and supported by the Youth Service and Southway Play Care.

Introduction to Relationship Workshop Sept 27 The Introduction to Relationship Workshop, is aimed at helping us to understand why relationships

Broadway and Beyond Oct 13 Sounds Musical Theatre Company present a musical revue with a feast of memorable songs, dance and comedy sketches spanning six decades from Broadway’s award winning shows. Matinee 2.30pm, evening 7.30pm. Box office 01752 510934.

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JOB SHOP New subsidised bus network to include Sherford Advertise your vacancy FREE in Job Shop

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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.

SUPPORT WORKER The Candle Trust are looking for a support worker who understands the needs of people with autism, works in a person centred manner, can engage positively with service users, can undertake personal care, can be flexible with their shifts and has got at least a NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care. For more details, please ring Linda on 01752 212168 BODY REPAIR/PANEL BEATER/SPRAYER Westover Bodyworks is looking for someone to help part time with accident repair, dents, scratch removal and bodywork repair. Based in a busy workshop environment, you will be required to be adaptable to all accident and vehicle repairs; car and light commercial. Experience in car repair is preferable.

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ENGAGEMENT VOLUNTEER Healthwatch Plymouth is a local service to give the people of Plymouth a voice with regard to their experiences of health and social care services. We are looking for people to talk to other people about their experiences. We operate from various locations across the city. We provide training, expenses (out of pocket and travel), transport and you will be with a positive and supportive team. No experience necessary just the ability to listen to people and hear what they are saying. You will meet new people, have fun, build your confidence, build on your CV and gain new skills. Contact details are volunteering@ healthwatchplymouth.co.uk or 08009230039 for further information VOLUNTEER RECEPTIONIST Plymouth Natural Health & Healing Centre, Outland Road PL2 3PY, Looking for a part time receptionist at the centre. Experience not necessary as training will be given. For more information please phone Robert Parkins (Chairman) on 07980 581177. Charity no 288813 VOLUNTEERS WANTED The Primrose Foundation, Plymouth’s only breast care charity supports those going through the breast care pathway, and are looking for enthusiastic volunteers. You’ll be helping at coffee mornings and spending time with patients and their families - so you’ll need to be comfortable chatting and listening.

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Sherford will soon be getting its first bus service following a review of the city’s subsidised network.

Launching in September, the 2A will be operated by Stagecoach South West and link the new community in the east with Saltash in the west, via Plymstock Broadway, Pomphlett Roundabout, the city centre, railway station and Milehouse.

It will run every 20 minutes during the day from Monday to Saturday and hourly in the evenings, on Sundays and on Bank Holidays.

Stagecoach South West will also take over nine of the council’s 11 financially supported services (7D, 13, 14, 18, 19, 31, 39, 52 and 223) from Monday October 29, with customers seeing a number of improvements.

Service 14 will be extended to Derriford (restoring an hourly service to residents of

Powisland Drive, Dunraven Drive and Upland Drive from Monday to Saturday).

Service 52 which links Plympton, Leigham and Asda in Estover to Derriford Hospital, will be extended to serve Crownhill, Hartley Vale, Compton, Mannamead and the city centre, replacing the current service 39 and providing new cross-city links as a result.

Plymouth City Council is also stepping in to fund replacement services for Holly Park and Ringmore Way (where the commercially-run services 50A and 51A are being withdrawn) and Mainstone (currently served by the 28A).

The replacement services will continue to be operated by Plymouth Citybus.

Councillor Mark Coker, Cabinet Member for Strategic Planning and Infrastructure, said: “Most of the city’s bus services are run commercially but there are some that we

financially support to ensure residents can get from A to B and access the local services they need.

“With ever-growing pressures on our budgets it’s really important to target this funding where it is most needed. Before tendering these contracts we carried out a full review of current demand and travel patterns to ensure our new network meets passengers’ needs while delivering value for money.

“Where many councils across the country have been reducing or withdrawing their bus subsidies we are really pleased to have managed to retain our full network, with only minor changes, as well as replace services being withdrawn by commercial operators and introduce a new service into Sherford.”

Plympton Academy expansion plans Plympton Academy has unveiled plans for a new building to replace the current one on its Moorland Road site.

The plans were revealed in a public consultation display in the main hall at the Academy recently.

Financing for the project has been secured from the Education and Skills Funding Agency and BAM will deliver the project subject to planning consent.

The Academy hopes the new building will provide students with first class facilities that will inspire them to be first class citizens.

The new building will offer a combination of bespoke classrooms along with art and design areas, food technology rooms, large hall and gym areas as well as an airy, bright learning resource centre that will be crammed with books and magazines that will encourage the Academy’s learners to read about different subjects.

Subject to gaining planning consent, the Academy is aiming for work to start in January 2019 and to be completed by September 2020.

Plympton Academy Principal Lisa Boorman said: “Throughout the build the priority will be to ensure that there is minimal disruption to the learning of our students and I am confident that, through a joined up approach with BAM, that this will be achieved.”

A number of temporary classrooms will be brought onto the site during the rebuild.

Artist’s impression of the new building

The existing building adjacent to Moorland Road will be completely demolished and replaced with a more modern three-storey one set further back from the road.

There will be provision for a student congregation area in front of the new building where students can muster as they arrive for

the start of the day.

A formal planning application is expected to be submitted to Plymouth City Council before the end of August.

Details about the proposed new building can also be seen at www.plympton.academy (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

Council leader slams police merger plan Plymouth City Council leader Tudor Evans has attacked plans for the biggest ever shake-up of policing in the Westcountry.

Councillor Evans said a merger of Devon and Cornwall Police and Dorset Police, to make it the biggest geographical force in England, is being decided behind closed doors without properly consulting residents or knowing what the implications might be for cities such as Plymouth.

A report to be considered by the Council’s Cabinet says there are “significant concerns” about the police plans for only limited engagement with key stakeholders before making a decision.

Councillor Evans said: “Devon and Cornwall Police and Dorset Police are on the verge of forcing through the biggest shake up of policing in this region for more than 50 years.

“Every fibre of my being believes that this merger is a bad thing for Plymouth in its current form and I refuse to stand by and let it happen.

“Although we have had little information about the plans or what they will mean for Plymouth residents, the information we have got is at best vague. There is no business case available and there is no formal

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consultation with local authorities that will be affected.

“Plymouth is the biggest city in Dorset, Devon and Cornwall and as such has specific policing needs that we require assurances will be met. We need to know what the implications are for us before it goes ahead.

“We have been told by the respective chief constables and police crime commissioners that further details of how the merger will work will be revealed once they have made a decision as to whether to go ahead with the merger or not.

“To present it to us a fait accompli is

unacceptable. We must have answers for Plymouth now. We find it unfathomable that a merger of this magnitude can be agreed without detailed scrutiny from the major stakeholders.

“We need to know how this merger will be funded and how it will affect our tax payers.

Under the merger, Council Tax payers in Plymouth would see a substantial hike in their bill with no guarantee of additional police resources spent in their area. This could see the residents of St Budeaux facing a tax rise to pay for more police in affluent Sandbanks in Poole. This is not on.

“We’ve already seen a reduction in neighbourhood policing, even though it has delivered good results in our city. We have to know what this means in terms of bobbies on the beat.

“We want reassurances, scrutiny and answers before any decision on the merger is made. But most of all, we want to ensure whatever happens is best for Plymouth.”

Members of the public can comment on the proposed merger by completing an online survey. Go to www.futurepolicing. co.uk for the survey, which is open until Monday August 27.

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PSPO’s would enable unauthorised traveller encampments on land protected by the Orders to be moved on immediately and arrests made if necessary rather than the issue having to go through a civil court process which can often take weeks.

Plans to put these Orders in place were announced last year but not a single one has yet been enacted it has now emerged. The issue came to light after travellers set up an unauthorised camp on the cricket field in Harewood Park on Sunday July 22.

This is the second successive year the cricket pitch has suffered from an unauthorised traveller encampment. This year’s encampment however only lasted for one day after local councillors Andrea Loveridge and Patrick Nicholson visited the site and made a personal appeal to the travellers to move on - which they heeded.

The community has, though, still been left concerned that this tactic may not necessarily work in future and that the absence of a PSPO on sites such as Harewood Park reduces the authorities’ ability to deal speedily with an unauthorised encampment when one is set up.

Councillor Chris Penberthy, cabinet member for housing and cooperative development, conceded the Orders had not yet been enacted.

He said: “This policy was approved by the Cabinet of the previous administration in November 2017 but was not implemented. I am in the process of reviewing it and will be making an announcement on our plans in due course.”

Conservative group leader Ian Bowyer set out why the Orders were not enacted under the Conservative administration which was in office until the May 2018 local elections.

He explained: “The PSPO’s being implemented were dependent on our having somewhere to send travellers (tolerated stopping zones). As the tolerated stopping zones had not been formally adopted, we couldn’t use PSPO. The two went hand in hand.”

Cllr Bowyer added that he assumed the new administration would complete the work to identify these tolerated stopping zones and make a suitable announcement.

Plympton Community Council vice chairman and former Stannator Andrew Hill said: “It is disappointing to learn that these Orders have not yet been put in place. Although the encampment on the cricket pitch this year was short-lived, I am nonetheless aware that at least one group took steps to relocate their match when the travellers arrived.”

“It is not acceptable that local residents can so readily have their lawful use of these community amenities interrupted in this way. This vexed issue of where travellers can lawfully go, or set up in a tolerated area which does not impact significantly on the local community, has been ongoing for some years.

“I sincerely hope that both Parties on Plymouth City Council can work together to finally achieve a resolution to this in time for next summer.”

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Fantastic news for Fynn and family as NHS agree to fund vital surgery

The family of a four-year-old Plympton boy who suffers from spastic cerebral palsy have been told that the NHS will after all pay for his potentially life-changing surgery.

In May last year the family of Fynn Fleming met with consultants at Bristol Royal Children’s Hospital to see if he was a suitable candidate for Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR). SDR is the dividing and cutting of nerves in the spinal cord.

They were told that they needed to continue with Fynn’s physiotherapy to strengthen his core, but that he was an excellent candidate.

Cerebral palsy makes life extremely difficult for Fynn. The condition makes his muscles stiff and his

movements stiff and jerky. His increased muscle tone can make movements difficult and sometimes impossible. Fynn finds it hard to sleep at night due to painful muscle spasms which is only partially alleviated by medication.

Despite this he still needs turning over because he is just too exhausted, as the day’s exertion make it just too much for him. This quite often leaves Fynn very tired and aching the next day, when the cycle begins again.

Fynn is a twin and tries extremely hard to do the same things as his brother Leo. The operation would mean that most of his painful spasms would cease and that this would lead to him hopefully walking unaided. However,

they were told that the surgery was at that time not funded on the NHS and that they would have to pay for it themselves.

His parents Ollie and Katie Fleming then launched an appeal to raise the £38,000 needed for the operation and received fantastic support from friends, family, businesses and other organisations.

Among these was a recent donation of £500 which was made by the Lions Club of Plymouth. The appeal has raised over £16,000 in the last year.

The family recently received the news that the critical nature of Fynn’s condition means that the operation will now be funded by the NHS. It is expected that the operation will take place in November.

event. Known as a ‘Triples Match’, which involves twelve teams of three.

The winning team is the one which has amassed the most points at the end of the day.

The winning team on this occasion, with a total of 34 points, consisted of Brian West, Irene Gilroy and Robert (Robbie) Williams.

The team won the Plympton Bowling Club Triples Bowl and each team member took away an inscribed

trophy plaque.

Big thanks to Derek Scantlebury, who is responsible for the organisation of all internal club competitions and also organised the day.

Plympton Bowling Club is proud of its charity fund raising events and thanks are due to everyone who helped with generous donations, raffle prizes and other money raising ideas.

Plympton bowlers raise £800 for charity Each year, the Plympton Bowling Club select a charity to be awarded with money raised from a charity day event.

The charity selected this season was The Snowdrop Appeal at Derriford Hospital, and the club raised a total of £800 for this very worthy cause.

The Jasmine and Central Delivery Suite Snowdrop Appeal is an appeal for a new specialist unit or area for bereaved parents of still birth, miscarriage and early baby loss at Derriford Hospital.

This is ideally situated away from the busy maternity ward, hopefully easing the trauma and loss the parents will experience in such a tragic time.

A cheque will be presented to the charity by the Plympton Bowling Club closely followed by a matched amount of £800, donated by the Santander Bank, bringing the sum total of £1,600 for the Snowdrop Appeal.

The money was raised by the club members playing a triple charity

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Couple make fresh start at Sherford Marilyn and Michael Ferriday

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The event starts at 12 noon and runs until 4.30pm. As in previous years the event will feature many stalls and some great entertainment for the whole family with music and dancing and children’s entertainers.

The popular fun dog show run by Gables Farm Dogs & Cats Home will also return.

The Festival provides opportunities for local organisations to showcase their activities and raise funds for their clubs. A local personality will declare the Festival open at 12 noon and this will be followed by a programme of indoor and outdoor entertainment.

Programmes for the event will be available nearer the date and will include performances

by Baccy Street Band, Lipstick & Lashes duo, Plymouth Morris Ladies, Groovement Company Dance and magician Emazdad Magician There will also be a bouncy castle, face painting, painting and hotography exhibitions and much more.

It promises to be a great day for all the family and visitors can also get plenty to eat with meals, sandwiches and drinks available throughout the day provided by Age UK Plymouth.

Several of the entertainers will be performing on the Broadway in advance of the Festival opening.

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“It hadn’t crossed our minds to buy a new build property, but when visiting Sherford, Lauren saw that my wife was upset, and asked if she could show us around the development, she was amazing from start to finish. Both myself and Marilyn fell in love with the house straight away. Marilyn walked in and that was it - we knew we’d found our dream home. It was cheaper than what we’d been looking at, yet the quality and size of the house was second to none.

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New crematorium to be built at Saltram A brand new crematorium costing almost £12m is to be built on land next to Stag Lodge on the fringe of Saltram Park.

Once the new facility is up and running the existing crematoria at Efford and Weston Mill will be decommissioned but the burial grounds at both those sites will be maintained .The new facility off Merafield Road will include two non-denomination ceremony spaces with flexible seating, waiting areas, offices, a new crematory and three new cremators with the latest environmental protection equipment.

The scheme will be designed to meet 21st century expectations of the bereaved, provide green burials and reflective spaces for memorialisation and scatterings as well as reducing the service’s carbon footprint through new technology.

There will also be appropriate car parking, landscaping to provide reflective spaces that embrace the local environment and ecology for memorialisation and scattering as well as the first green burial offer in the city.

There has been cross-party support for the proposed new crematorium. Councillor Tudor Evans, leader of Plymouth City Council, said: “These impressive and ambitious plans will deliver a modern, fit-for-purpose facility that meets the need of the 21st century and allows us to provide for an ever-growing city.“

Artist’s impressions of the new crematorium

“Not only will it eventually deliver one of the most impressive crematoriums in the country but during construction it will boost local jobs and provide work placements and apprenticeships.

“I am delighted to be able to support the project in its infancy and look forward to seeing it develop in the coming months.”

Councillor Ian Bowyer, leader of the Opposition, said: “This is an incredibly important project for the city as it will affect so many families during difficult moments

in their lives. We need to make sure that the new facilities being created meet modern standards and expectations and we will be working together to make sure this happens.”

The council currently operates two crematoria at Efford and at Weston Mill. Both of these sites each house two cremators installed in the late 1990s that are nearing the end of their useful life.

Replacement at the existing sites has been ruled out by an independent specialist because of a lack of physical space to

accommodate modern technology systems.

Extensions to either side of the buildings also are restricted because of existing graves, paths and driveways with Victorian structures.

Whilst all cremations will take place at the new site once it is up and running, both Efford and Weston Mill will continue to be active cemeteries and memorial gardens with the chapels available for bookings.

The design of the new crematorium is being drawn up by Plymouth-based architects Stride Treglown, in partnership with AECOM. A spokesperson for Stride Treglown said: “This is an extremely important project for the city of Plymouth and its community and Stride Treglown are very honoured to be involved in designs which we hope will provide a sensitive and long lasting benefit to the city.“ The designs for the crematorium includes buildings for bereavement ceremonies but importantly they will also sit within a befitting landscape setting designed by our partners AECOM hopefully to create an appropriately sensitive and peaceful environment.”

(Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

Work of Reynolds and Kauffman on display at Saltram to mark 250th anniversary of Royal Academy of Arts Saltram has launched a new display to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Royal Academy of Arts.

The display, supported by the Art Fund, takes a closer look at the work of two Royal Academicians, Angelica Kauffman and Sir Joshua Reynolds, and their relationship with the Parker family who once owned Saltram.

The paintings will be on display throughout Saltram House until the end of October.

Angelica Kauffman was one of two founding female members of the Royal Academy of Arts.

She exhibited a series of four history paintings at the first-ever Royal Academy exhibition in London which were promptly purchased by the Parkers for Saltram.

They continued to be key patrons for Kauffman, buying more of her works including a self-portrait as well as her working library of prints and drawings.

John Parker II first met Kauffman when she painted his portrait from her studio in Italy whilst he was on the Grand Tour.

Joshua Reynolds, who was born

A portrait of Sir Joshua Reynolds by Angelica Kauffman

in Plympton, was also a friend of the Parkers and the first President of the Royal Academy. Over the years he painted many portraits of the family which will be highlighted through this display, including the famous portrait of Theresa Parker commissioned to hang in the Robert Adam designed saloon.

Reynolds and Kauffman themselves became friends and the

affectionate portrait of Reynolds

by Kauffman, whom he called ‘Miss Angel’ hangs in Saltram’s staircase hall.

Loans from Plymouth City Council (Museums, Galleries, Archives) complement the display and visitors can see a paint palette belonging to Reynolds as well as one of his pocket books - used to record the names of those who sat for him.

Alison Cooper, National Trust curator for Saltram said: “The 250th Anniversary of the Royal Academy is a fantastic opportunity for us to focus on the work of Angelica Kauffman and Sir Joshua Reynolds at Saltram.

“Not only were they both founding members of the Royal Academy but they had fascinating connections to the Parker family of Saltram.

The display will highlight key paintings in the collection but also offers the chance to look at both Kauffman’s and Reynolds’ experience of the Royal Academy, how they gained ‘celebrity status’ and how, as a woman, Kauffman had to overcome many prejudices to succeed in a male dominated art world.”

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Transportation through the ages exhibition

Plymouth on the Move, an exhibition at Ford Park Cemetery reviewing transportation in Plymouth through the ages continues until Sunday September 9.

It is open to the public Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10.30am to 3.30pm and on Saturdays and Sundays from 12.30pm to 3.30pm.

Philip Photiou, author of Plymouth’s forgotten war - the Great Rebellion, 1642-1646 - will be giving a talk in the Victorian Chapel on September 6 from 7.30pm.

Tickets cost £3 and are available in advance from the Cemetery Office on 01752 665442.

After the resounding success of last year’s event, Ford Park Cemetery will be organising their second car treasure hunt on September 9. Meet outside the Visitor Centre at 11am. Come into Ford Park, register, pick up a clue card and off you go. Entrants will compete to get the most clues in the shortest time.

Refreshments will be on sale at the the Northey Rooms throughout the day.

On September 15 and 16 the annual Heritage Open Day guided walks will take place from 2pm and throughout the afternoon.

Classical guitarist David Cotter will be in concert in the Victorian Chapel on September 29 at 7.30pm.

Tickets £10 including light refreshments from 01752 665442 (weekdays only) from 10am to 3pm.

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Coffee week fund raiser The Plymouth and District Parkinsons Branch will be holding a coffee week fund raising event, at Harewood House Plympton from Monday September 24 to Friday September 28 .

This will take place from 10am to 2pm for the five days. Organisers welcome the general public to go along and enjoy homemade cakes and refreshments.

A weekly draw with quality prizes will also be held.

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Plymouth team lifts top title in Help for Heroes Games Four athletes from Help for Heroes’ Plymouth Recovery Centre have brought home the silverware in the 2018 Help for Heroes Summer Games. The Devon based team were the overall winners of the games and were presented with the coveted Phoenix Trophy.

A week of sporting challenges brought together wounded, injured and sick veterans and Service personnel from all around the country.

It’s the fifth time that staff at Help for Heroes’ Phoenix House in Catterick, have organised the activities which sees teams from each of the Charity’s four Recovery Centres in Plymouth, Tedworth, Colchester and Catterick competing for the Summer Games Phoenix Trophy.

The week kicked off with a tough gym challenge and ended with several of the team members getting a soaking during a raft-building exercise at Ellerton Lake. This year, events in-between included boccia, sitting volleyball, archery, wheelchair basketball, swimming and a quiz.

being part of a team with likeminded individuals.

At the end of the week, they will all leave with a sense of achievement, be it through trying something new, returning to an activity that they used to do before injury or simply having plucked up the courage to walk through our doors and join in!”

Plymouth’s leading seaman specialist Craig Taylor took part and says it was a great experience: “It’s a good atmosphere. The first day, everyone was a bit apprehensive but, by the evening, we all sat together and as the days have gone one, we have mixed really well. We can be ourselves, with others who understand. There’s always a bit of a competitive edge when you pitch Navy versus Army but I am really enjoying the camaraderie more than anything.

Next up will be the Winter Games which will be held at Tedworth House.

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and Conditioning at Phoenix House.

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A wounded veteran, originally from Plympton, was among a team of wounded and injured veterans and serving personnel who created history at the weekend, when they took part in Scotland’s first ever Para Highland Games, in front of Prince Charles.

Steve Cokayne, who went to Ridgeway School and now lives in Hinckley, was a member of a Help for Heroes team that competed in the Mey Games at John o’ Groats in August.

More than 2000 spectators watched the team compete against para athletes from America and Australia, and saw Steve become the current reigning world champion at ‘Sheaf Toss’. It’s the first time that the sport, which involves hurling a 26lb bag of rocks over a height using a pitchfork, has featured in a para games.

The 50-year old came second in no less than four events, including shotput and throwing a 32lb weight over a high bar.

Steve said they gave the competition something to think about: “I think I gave the Americans a good run for their money, I had never thrown anything as heavy as the 10kg shotput so to come second in that was great too.

“The whole thing was absolutely incredible.

So good that we are looking to start entering Highland Games on a regular basis and, if we can get the funding, even go over to the US and compete there where they can attract crowds of up to 32,000!”

Steve served with 94 Locating Regiment Royal Artillery and was deployed all over the world, including on operations in Northern Ireland. A rock-climbing accident in 1988 led to him undergoing 30 operations on his right leg until, in 2009, the decision was taken to amputate it below the knee.

He now works as a freight train driver, and is an experienced strongman, having competed in the 100m shotput, discus and powerlifting in the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto. He saw the Highland Games as an ideal progression. His preparation for these Games comprised of lots of upper body work – and, of course, buying a kilt!

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The Mey Games is the smallest of Scotland’s Highland Games and is run by the local British Legion in aid of veterans. Prince Charles is Chieftain of the Games and, like his grandmother before him, is a regular attendee.

Having enjoyed the success of the Invictus Games, created by his son Prince Harry, the Duke of Rothesay (as he is also known), invited Help for Heroes to enter a team into specially adapted classes of the traditional sports such as tossing the caber, hammer throwing and shotput.

Mark Airey, physical development coach with Help for Heroes, said being asked to participate in the Mey Games, alongside teams from all over the world, had been a real honour.

Mark said: “Help for Heroes is the leader in para sport for wounded veterans, so we were delighted to support Scotland’s first adaptive Highland Games.

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Free activities in Central Park throughout August Activities in Central Park are continuing throughout August. All of the activities are free and suitable for children of a variety of ages.

Booking is only required where specified. A full schedule for the rest of the holiday is below: Monday 20 August Football and games, led by Plymouth Sports 10am to 11.15am and 11.30am to 1pm. Meet outside the Life Centre entrance Tuesday 21 August Rounders and games, led by Plymouth Sports 10am to 11.15am and 11.30am to 1pm. Meet outside the Life Centre entrance Wednesday 22 August Nature and craft activities, led by Poole Farm 10am to 1pm. Meet by the Clock Tower

Thursday 23 August Archery tag, led by Plymouth Sports 10am to 11.15am and 11.30am to 1pm. Meet outside the Life Centre entrance Limited to ten people per session so please arrive early Friday 24 August Fun fitness, led by Plymouth Sports 10am to 11.15am and 11.30am to 1pm. Meet outside the Life Centre entrance Saturday 25 August Conservation day and nature activities, led

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to 11.15am and 11.30am to 1pm. Meet outside the Life Centre entrance Tuesday 28 August Rounders and games, led by Plymouth Sports 10am to 11.15am and 11.30am to 1pm. Meet outside the Life Centre entrance Wednesday 29 August Wildlife Challenge, led by RSPB 10am to 3pm. Meet at Family Tree Field Thursday 30 August Orienteering, led by Plymouth Sports 10am to 1pm.

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Hele’s School celebrates 300 years of excellence

For over three hundred years, Hele’s School has been associated with a tradition of educational excellence and personal achievement.

We are a dedicated and enthusiastic team who are passionate about education and are committed to creating the best possible life chances for the young people in our care.

Our teaching is driven by the belief that every child should have a happy and inspiring experience of school and we focus on continually developing our classroom practice to ensure that we deliver challenging and stimulating lessons.

At Hele’s your child will experience a dynamic, rigorous and modern curriculum which supports and

challenges them to achieve their full potential, both in and out of the classroom.

We offer a broad range of subjects and enrichment activities that encourage students to develop new skills and interests.

We are a community with the highest standards. Everyone at Hele’s is proud to be associated with our school, and this shows - in positive attitudes, in an environment that promotes care and personal achievement, in extremely high standards of behaviour.

Our students thrive in a supportive environment which makes Hele’s a great place to learn and a great place to grow.

Hele’s School has a Year 6 Open Evening on September 12. For more information visit www.heles.plymouth. sch.uk

Focus on value of apprenticeships What is an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are occupational standards focusing on skills, knowledge and behaviours with ‘On the job’ training available to those aged 16 and over.

Apprenticeships take a minimum of 12 months to complete, depending on the sector and level, however, some can last up to four years.

Throughout the time of the apprenticeship, an apprentice is trained and guided towards a skilled role gaining industry knowledge and the skills required to do the job in the sector of their choice.

An apprenticeship is the ideal way to earn whilst you learn, combining elements of education, training and employment simultaneously.

Apprenticeships offer the same tasks and roles as regular employment, though there is a greater amount of support.

The Focus Training Group are a local training provider founded in 1999. The business has successfully expanded and developed since this time, and now offers a wide, diverse range of business support with training and qualifications across the South West, specialising in apprenticeships for all ages.

Focus Training caters for those just leaving school and getting on the first rung of the career ladder, people wanting to change career route or people wanting to upskill in their current career. Ofsted graded Good (reinspection June 2018), all trainers have worked in the industries they support, gaining valuable experience and understanding of the specialist skills needed within each business sector.

Approximately 35 apprenticeship vacancies are currently available with more being added every day in all subject areas listed in the advertisement on this page.

New September intake of Electrical, Arboriculture, Gas Engineers and Accountancy apprentices are being signed up now as well as our Business, Hospitality, Health & Social Care, Retail, Management, Team leading, Warehousing and Customer Service apprenticeships which are available all year round.

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Plymstock School - recognised as one Opening doors to learning... of the best secondaries in the country No two schools are ever the same, but we believe that Plymstock School is a truly unique and special place. Our objective is simple – we strive to be a world-class learning community that enables all young people to succeed.

We are very successful, with our performance being in the top 13% of schools nationally, and we are the highest performing non-selective school in the city.

We are a very popular choice with parents and are significantly oversubscribed. Consequently, as of September 2018, we are expanding our Year 7 school intake from 260 to 300 students each year.

Our expansion has brought substantial investment and in September 2018, we start the construction of our exciting 475-seater Arts Centre.

Teaching and learning is at the heart of what we do at Plymstock. Our curriculum is broad, balanced and provides students with the opportunity to discover their hidden talents.

Our standards of discipline are very high and consequently students are free to learn without

disruption. We are a school that still subscribes to traditional expectations for behaviour, and you will find many things that you won’t see elsewhere, such as all students standing when an adult enters a classroom.

Relationships between staff and students are exceptionally strong and a real strength of our school.

Our staff are happy, morale is good and staff turnover is low – staff really want to work here.

Importantly, when students complete their education with us they go on to do great things.

Recent leavers have included the Captain of the England Women’s Cricket team and the CEO of one of the world’s largest social media marketing companies, Social Chain.

We have received much recognition for our work.

We are the only school in Plymouth to be featured in the national Good Schools Guide, in addition to being identified as one of the ‘500 Best State Secondary Schools’ by the Sunday Times in 2017.

We strongly encourage you to visit us, so you can see for yourself why Plymstock School is a special place to learn.

Open Doors International Language School is a charity whose main aim is to serve those in the community isolated by language and culture through a variety of English language classes.

These range from General English to employability and exam preparation courses. However, our work doesn’t end there…

We also offer Trinity accredited teacher training courses to help build up the number of English as a second language (ESOL) specialists, whether you’ve never taught before or you’re a seasoned teacher looking to take your next professional steps.

As teaching for this happens on the same site as our general English classes we offer great opportunities for teaching practice, both on the courses and as a volunteer, so you can get a feel for what teaching ESOL is really like!

We’ve had a wide range of students take up places on our level 5 Cert TESOL, from native English speakers

to students that have completed our general English classes themselves.

Our diverse teaching staff is made up of many of our Cert TESOL graduates, with others travelling further afield to places like Vietnam.

Some have even gone on to develop their own courses in subjects like Maritime and Business English, whilst others work as mentors to refugees.

The possibilities on graduating are truly endless!

If you’re already an ESOL teacher, with at least 960 hours of teaching under your belt, then our Dip TESOL could be the key to the next stage of your career. It’s a flexible level 7 course that builds on the knowledge from the Cert and opens doors for higher management roles, such as director of studies. It’s a huge challenge, but one you’ll be glad you took on!

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Lipson encourages students to achieve their very best Lipson is a school that buzzes with excitement, energy and aspirations.

Principal, Lynda Budd says that, “We want our students to be confident and able to take full advantage of all of the opportunities in front of them and in their future”.

At Lipson, you become part of a family, not just a school, where everyone is happy, valued and known as an individual.

At its heart, co-operation is about working together and this creates the conditions where everyone can grow and thrive.

Lipson is truly a school where all students are encouraged to achieve their very best, both academically and within all elements of their school life.

It is important that your child’s education reflects their needs; challenging them to be

the very best.

This is at the heart of Lipson and is what drives every teacher and member of staff to ensure that your child’s experiences are positive and challenging.

Go and experience for yourself Lipson Cooperative Academy’s unique atmosphere and the outstanding opportunities they offer to their students.

Visitors to the school always comment on the caring, energetic and happy atmosphere.

Tours of the school will take place each Monday from September 10 at 9.15 am. The Open Evening is on Monday 10 September between 6pm and 8.30pm.

The Open Afternoon is on Thursday September 20 between 4pm and 7pm.

Visit www.lipsonco-operative academy. coop or call 01752 671318

Training the medical and healthcare professionals of the future Scott Medical and Healthcare College is a small, state school training the healthcare and medical professionals of the future in a brand new building in Stoke in Plymouth.

We opened on September 4 2017 welcoming students from across Devon and into Cornwall.

There is a consistent demand for welltrained healthcare professionals and Scott College offers the best of both worlds, offering high-quality teaching of GCSEs and A Levels and state-of- the-art facilities as well as the opportunity for work placements with our outstanding healthcare partners, Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust, Plymouth University and Livewell Southwest.

Admitting pupils aged between 13 and 19, our school is separate and distinct from sponsor college, Stoke Damerel, whilst taking advantage of being part of the Inspiring Schools Partnership multi-academy trust.

Applications can be made for places in Year 9 and Year 12 and all the details you need are on the Scott College website.

Parents and students keen to register their interest in our school can go to www. scottcollege.co.uk and sign up for updates on the application process and the school’s progress.

“I can’t wait to meet our next intake of students and their families to share my vision for the College and our students with them,” said headteacher Martyn Cox. For more information visit www. scottcollege.co.uk

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Notre Dame - promoting Christian attitudes and excellence Notre Dame is Plymouth’s only comprehensive school for girls.

Part of a worldwide network of schools founded by the Sisters of Notre Dame, this is a Catholic school that welcomes all those who want to learn in a supportive, caring and aspirational environment.

Notre Dame is a school that lives its mission statement: • an optimistic school promoting Christian attitudes • a school where every person belongs • a school which values learning and high aspiration • a school which rises to challenges and celebrates achievement Notre Dame offers a broad and balanced curriculum as well as a wide range of extracurricular activities and a whole range of trips and visits.

The school also provides a strong faith life.

Retreats, reflections, liturgies and Mass are all part of the pattern of the school year.

Today the school has a strong record of academic success. It has gained some of the best GCSE and A Level results in the city by offering a broad and enriching curriculum that stretches the gifted and supports those who need extra time.

The school expects the best effort and the best standards from all community members because everyone is totally committed to achievement. Notre Dame is a learning community – and a successful comprehensive school that values all achievements.

All girls leave Notre Dame ready to embrace their chosen future. In the past year, the school has seen students leave to take up a whole host of opportunities, including university, beginning work or starting apprenticeships.

Whatever their plans, Notre Dame girls are prepared because of the school’s focus on education of the whole child: ‘head, heart and hands’.

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Dance school presented with Stannator’s Award A dance school which has been running for the past 42 years has been presented with a prestigious community award.

The Susan Jane School of Dancing was formally presented with the Marjorie Lynden Award at Plympton St Maurice Church Hall during their last meeting before the school summer holidays.

The award was established by Marjorie Lynden who was Stannator of Plympton in 1985/6. She awarded it that year collectively to the young people of Plympton.

In the years since, successive Stannators have been able to award the trophy to an individual young person or group of young people who have done worthwhile things for others in the Plympton Community.

Retiring Stannator Andrew Hill made a surprise announcement to the school shortly before they came into the arena to perform at this year’s Plympton’s Lamb Feast in June informing them that they would be this year’s recipients of the award.

It was arranged that a formal presentation of the shield would be made at a later date and this took place at the school’s end of term dance night before the summer break to enable as many students and parents as possible to be present to receive it.

Mr Hill told the students that he enjoyed their performances at the Lamb Feast and that they were getting the award for their numerous shows they had put on for charities over the years and for the joy they had brought to the people of Plympton in that time.

As well as their performances at the Lamb Feast the dance school have performed at

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Ram raid appeal

Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information following reports of a ram raid in Plympton.

The incident took place on Saturday August 11 at around 4am at The iOutlet, in the Ridgeway.

Two unknown offenders on mopeds have forced entry to the door using the vehicles.

They entered the store and taken a number of mobile phones from the cabinets before fleeing the scene.

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many nursing homes over the years and have put on shows for the elderly at Harewood House.

During the past four decades the school has also raised thousands of pounds for charities such as CLIC Sargent, Cancer Research, St Luke’s Hospice and AGSD-UK. Accepting the award, the founder of the

Susan Jane School of Dancing, Sue Heesem, said that it was doubly meaningful to receive the Marjorie Lynden Shield as at the age of 18 Mrs Heesem’s first public performance with the school was in front of Marjorie Lynden at Harewood House and it was therefore extra special to receive an award which bore Mrs Lynden’s name.

Past recipients of the Marjorie Lynden Award have included Plympton Scouts, Woodford Guitar Group, Longcause School, Jon-Paul Oxley, Tom Boulden and Morgan Lewis.

More information about the Susan Jane School of Dance can be found at www. susanjaneschoolofdancing.co.uk (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

Onion run fails to keep rain away from Cornwood Show The end of the prolonged summer dry spell couldn’t have come at a worse time for organisers of the Cornwood Show which took place at Cadleigh Farm on Saturday August 11.

Every year, in an attempt to make sure the show has good weather, Year 6 pupils from Cornwood School perform the traditional ‘Onion Run’. It was extra special this year because the school children had all grown onions in buckets and the biggest onion was honoured by being impaled on the onion stick!

The beribboned onion stick was then carried aloft around the show field as part of the school’s end-of-term activities and in a ritual which is supposed to keep rain away from the event. This year though their attempts to ensure good weather did not work.

Continuous rain set in from around lunchtime onwards causing an early end to many of the scheduled events, particularly in the outdoor entertainment arena and as attendance dwindled throughout the afternoon even the indoor aspects of the show started to pack up early.

Despite the poor weather the horticultural tents had an impressive array of exhibits with the usual friendly rivalry between exhibitors being much in evidence.

Veteran exhibitor Janet Bates followed up her success in the domestic science section last year by once again clinching the Slade Perpetual Cup for this year’s entries in that section of the show.

She also picked up the Green Glass Bowl for her Floral Art Exhibits.

However in a re-run of 2017 she was pipped to the post for three other floral art trophies which were retained by another veteran exhibitor Patricia Hill whose silverware

Patricia Hill’s winning ‘The Beacon Run’ exhibit

included the E.C Hext Perpetual Cup, the Post Office Plate and the Silver Rose Bowl for floral art.

She also won best in show for her floral interpretation of ‘The Beacon Run’. The Beacon Run is a multi-terrain running race which has been staged annually for many years and encompasses ‘the Spirit of the Moor.’

The judge for the floral art class remarked: “This exhibit really depicts the Beacon Run, well done.

You have used all the right ‘ingredients’.”

Jon Carlson impressed the judges in the vegetable classes gaining the Kingwell Perpetual Cup, the J Baugh Cut Glass Bowl and the Charlie Willcocks Memorial Cup for Best Vegetable exhibit.

Justin Rees had a clean sweep in the art classes picking up three firsts and two cups.

Kate Wootton also received a cup in the adult handicraft classes.

In the children’s section of the show the overall victor with the most points was Amy Stephens with Angus Wilson being the runner up.

Plympton’s Savannah Vertessy achieved the Perpetual Cup for most points in children’s domestic science with Amy Stephens being the runner up in that section.

Millie-Grace Chapman was awarded Best Exhibit in the cookery section and Amy Stephens received a prize for the best funnyfaced pizza.

Savannah Vertessy and Isabella Prout achieved recognition for their children’s handicraft entries and Georgie Knott triumphed in the under 16 photography classes.

Over in the pet tent Mr Grey - a light grey coloured guinea pig - picked up the Best in Show prize and there was an impressive array of birds in the poultry tent.

While the rain hindered some of the outdoor entertainment, the Dartmoor Border Morris Men adjourned to the beer tent where they put on a display of dancing under cover.

(Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

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New Stannator becomes an honorary Rotarian Plympton’s new Stannator, Natalie Harrison, has followed in the steps of her immediate predecessors by taking up honorary membership of the Rotary Club of Plympton.

It has been the tradition of the club since the 2014/15 year to invite the Stannator to be an honorary Rotarian for their term of office.

Stannator Harrison accepted the invitation and was inducted at a recent meeting of the Rotary Club of Plympton.

Natalie already had some knowledge of the club having helped on their Christmas rounds in the past with a pre-school group she was associated with.

Plympton Rotary President George

Benjafield also took the opportunity to award a second Honorary Membership, this one to Plymouth Albion Ladies’ Rachel Miller in recognition of her outstanding support for Plympton Rotary Club during the last year as part of the club’s sponsorship of her.

With the club’s continuation of their sponsorship of Rachel for the coming rugby season, Plympton Youth Ambassador Molly Disney, who had come along with the Stannator, was asked to re-present Rachel with her club branded training kit.

(Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast) Pictured right: Plympton Rotary Club chairman George Benjafield pictured with Stannator Natalie Harrison and Rachel Miller of Plymouth Albion Ladies

YouTube stars declare Kingfisher South West contender for UK’s best fish and chips SortedFood, the YouTube cooking channel and food website with almost two million followers, has declared Kingfisher Fish & Chips in Plymouth its South West contender for the UK’s best fish and chips in an online video.

SortedFood was created by old school friends Ben Ebbrell, Mike Huttlestone, Jamie Spafford and Barry Taylor. The episode, which to date has had almost 195,000 views, shows the team embarking on a road trip to seek out the UK’s best fish and chips, following a disappointing fish and chip experience in London.

Having heard that Kingfisher held the title of UK’s No 1 Fish & Chip Takeway 2017,

they began their quest in the South West and filmed a road trip in which they visited three award-winning fish and chip outlets in the area. Although initially a little surprised to discover that Kingfisher was just a small takeaway in Chaddlewood, the team were blown away by the fish and chips and rated it the best of the three they’d tried which included Rockfish in Plymouth and The Scallop Shell in Bath.

They tweeted ‘Perfect fish & chips!’ The film can be viewed at www.youtube.com/ watch?v=8foHZyWg_6c Ben Ebbrell, from the SortedFood team said: “Our mission at Sorted Food is to find the exceptional things in food and share

them with our global audience of food lovers.

If we’ve learnt one thing in the last 10 years of doing this, it’s to not judge a book by it’s cover!

“The winning ingredients here were the freshness and quality of the fish itself, and the obvious pride in the team that cook it day in and day out.”

Craig Maw, co-owner of Kingfisher said: “It’s crazy to think the guys from SortedFood travelled over 200 miles just to try our food but we were delighted to have them in our shop. We love surprising people by showing them what a little chippy in Plymouth can do. They’re obviously passionate foodies so it was great that they gave us the thumbs up.

‘Perfect fish and chips’? We’ll take that!”

Kingfisher was named the UK’s No 1 Fish & Chip Takeaway at the National Fish & Chip Awards 2017 and is known for having the ‘most sustainable seafood menu in the world’. It holds the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF) quality award, is one of just two chippies to be awarded the maximum three star rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association and won the SRA’s Source Fish Responsibly award at the Food Made Good Awards, 2017. It also has the highest rating from Fish to Fork. In November 2017, the shop was awarded gold at the FreeFrom Eating Out Awards in recognition of its gluten-free offering.

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End of an era for Plympton’s ‘window lady’ Not everyone knew her by name, but there will be few who have ever passed through Plympton’s Ridgeway without at some stage noticing her eyecatching window displays and feeling a sense of admiration.

Miska Newton has been brightening up Ridgeway for many years with her displays in the window of what was originally Clark & Weeks and which last year become part of Wolferstans.

Miska joined Clark & Weeks in 2000 progressing to the position of head receptionist and archivist. The front widow of the firm’s premises in Ridgeway has a deep recess inside and Miska started putting various displays in it, some publicising local charities and others capturing the mood of particular time of year or special event.

Before long her displays were capturing the attention of the passing public and became quite a talking point. Valentine’s, Halloween, the Chinese New Year, the Owl and the Pussycat and Children in Need have been just a few of the countless themes to Miska’s window displays over the years.

There was even one to mark the recent Royal Wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle.

Now, though, after 18 years Miska is moving on to pastures new and she has packed away the window contents for the final time.

As her colleagues were saying a fond farewell at a lunchtime reception a surprise delegation of past Stannators, headed by Plympton Community Council chairman Rose Hamley, dropped in to present Miska with an orchid as a thank you from the local community for the pleasure she has brought with her window displays over the years.

Wiping tears from her eyes as the presentation was made Miska said: “This is wonderful and it’s such a surprise.”

It is clear from the community’s response to the news she is leaving that much enjoyment has been obtained from Miska’s window displays over the years and there is a tinge of sadness that they will be no more.

Emma Ashton said: “They will really be

Debbie and Leigh Jarmon

Past Stannators and Community Council members pictured with Miska at her farewell party

missed, loved seeing the displays with the different seasons.”

Those sentiments were echoed by Theresa Pickles who remarked: “I will really miss the displays that told of the passing seasons and special events. Always brought a smile to my face. Thank you so much for all that hard work. You will be missed.”

Vanessa Hauty added: “Those displays were so wonderful, you put in so much care and attention, people could only stop to admire.

Whenever I was called to Plympton Ridgeway, I made sure to come and have a look.”

Current Stannator Natalie Harrison said: “Thank you for all the effort you have put into these lovely displays over the years.

They were a delight to see and will be

missed along Ridgeway.”

Former Stannator Andrew Hill, who was among the delegation making the presentation to Miska, said: “Miska’s window displays have been one of the highlights of trips to Ridgeway and have brought much joy to shoppers as they pass by the window. I am sure the whole community will wish to join me in wishing her all the best for the next chapter in her life and to say a big thank you from us all for your very imaginative displays over so many years.”

Miska said she had received some help from local historian John Boulden for some of the displays. “He’s a stalwart and sometimes suggested ideas I hadn’t even thought of,” she added.

Rose Hamley making the presentation to Miska

Broadway and Beyond, a new frontier Following rave reviews for their recent full musical production Sister Act, Plymstock-based Sounds Musical Theatre Company will be presenting their latest musical revue Broadway and Beyond at The Devonport Playhouse on October 13.

The company invite all to enjoy a feast of memorable musical moments spanning six decades of Broadway’s Award Winning show productions.

The wide variety of revue items from timeless composers such as Cole Porter, plus other popular shows, showcase the company’s celebrated wide range of talent in song and dance numbers.

Selections from Sweet Charity, Chicago, and Anything Goes, Barnum and Wicked to name but a few feature the full ensemble, sprinkled with solo and group performances. The men of the company give full rein to their mastery of comic soldiering in comedy sketches from Underneath the Arches.

Debbie Jarmon returns for her second time as

producer alongside the perennial musical director Jenny George who takes pride in showcasing the company’s forte in four part harmony singing skills, one of the few in the region to do so.

This is also the second time that company stalwart Leigh Jarmon has worked under the direction of his wife. He jokingly admits: “I have to be on my best behaviour, Debbie thinks I’m a troublemaker!”

Piano accompanist Claire Anderson and percussionist Rex King join the team along with Carol Dee’s School of Dance, to transport audiences to a world of nostalgia, excitement, glamour and fun, something to appeal to a full range of audience tastes.

Tickets are £11 for adults, Concessions £10, Children and Under 18s, £7. Box Office 01752 510934.

Performances are matinee 2.30pm and evening 7.30pm.

Sounds Musical Theatre Company will shortly be publicising details of auditions for their next full musical production, the Broadway Award winning Funny Girl.

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History and tradition marked at Burrator Representatives from Plympton were among more than 70 people invited by the Lord Mayor of Plymouth to attend the annual Traditional Survey of the Waterworks and Fishing Feast at Burrator Reservoir.

The original ‘Fishinge Feaste’ is believed to have originated during the Recordership of Sir Francis Drake the Second (1669 to 1717).

The annual survey of the waterworks dates back even further with records from 1603 telling of the Mayor and his company riding forth on horseback to make a yearly inspection of the Leat and Head Weir and to celebrate the ongoing supply of water to Plymouth.

South West Water, the body now responsible for water services in the locality, preserve this ancient ceremony which has important historical significance. This is done each year by the managing director of the company inviting the Lord Mayor of Plymouth and his/her chosen guests to attend the survey and feast.

Guests assembled at the Weir Head where a goblet filled with pure water from the Reservoir was presented to Dr Stephen Bird, managing director of South West Water who toasted the memory of the first Sir Francis Drake who was responsible for bringing water from Dartmoor into Plymouth via his famous Drake’s Leat which was one of the first municipal water supplies in the country.

Dr Bird in turn then passed the goblet to Lord Mayor Cllr Sam Davey who sipped from the goblet after formally toasting ‘to the pious memory of Sir Francis Drake’.

The goblet was then passed in turn to the other attending guests who each said the same toast and sipped water from the goblet.

A second goblet filled with wine was presented

to the Lord Mayor by Tracey Lee, chief executive of Plymouth City Council. The Lord Mayor then drank to the toast ‘May the Descendants of Him Who Brought Us Water Never Want Wine.’ The wine-filled goblet was then passed to Dr Bird and subsequently on to the other guests who each repeated in turn the toast and sipped the wine.

Following the ceremony at the Weir Head the party and guests then proceeded to a marquee at the Rain Gauge Field for a buffet lunch.

Once the food was consumed the Lord Mayor proposed a toast to South West Water after which a pair of loving cups filled with warm punch were passed among guests who sipped from the cups and pledged ‘Unity and Prosperity to the Town of Plymouth’.

The ceremony has kept the wording of the original historic pledge which pre-dates Plymouth being granted city status.

As well as Deputy Lord Mayor Cllr Chris Mavin and Deputy Lady Mayoress Cllr Sue Dann, representatives from Plympton included current Stannator Natalie Harrison, youth ambassador Molly Disney, Plympton Community Council chairman Rose Hamley and her husband Greg and immediate past Stannator Andrew Hill and his partner Charlotte Willis.

South West Water managing director Dr Stephen Bird told attendees at the end of the feast that Plymouth has enjoyed an uninterrupted water supply since 1591 and this is the 22nd consecutive year without any restrictions such as hosepipe bans.

Dr Bird informed guests: “We’ve put the plug in at Burrator. We’ve stopped taking water from there and we’ve released water from Roadford near Okehampton.

“We are not overly concerned with the levels at Burrator. Rest assured we will continue to supply Plymouth through the heatwave and beyond.”

(Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

Plympton Community Council chair Rose Hamley (nearest camera) and Stannator Natalie Harrison prepare to sip from the loving cups and pledge ‘Unity and Prosperity to the Town of Plymouth’

LIFE INTEREST TRUSTS or RIGHTS TO RESIDE If you are considering placing a life interest trust in your Will, or a right for someone to reside in your property, you will need to be familiar with the difference between these rights before completing your Will.

What is a Life Interest?

A life interest is a trust. Although there are many variations the most common is where an asset (eg., a property or shares etc) are held on trust for the benefit of an individual (the life tenant) for his or her life time. The life tenant is entitled to the income generated from the trust for his or her lifetime but has no entitlement to the capital of the trust (the asset). The capital is preserved for the benefit of the remainder beneficiaries. On the death of the life tenant the capital is distributed to the remainder beneficiaries.

The Trustee of a life interest must balance the needs and interests of both the life tenant and the remainder beneficiaries when managing and investing the assets of the trust.

Therefore, the Trustee must invest in assets which have both a capital growth element and an income producing element and must not advantage one over the other.

This type of trust is often created in a testator’s Will where he or she wishes to financially support one individual during their lifetime but wishes to give the actual asset to another party.

A typical example of this would be for a testator who has a current spouse from a second marriage and children from a first marriage. The testator would then preserve the capital for his or her children whilst providing his or her spouse with an income for his or her life time.

What is a Right to Reside?

A right to reside is an entitlement to occupy a property for a specified time or for the life time of the beneficiary.

The beneficiary’s entitlement would normally be subject to certain conditions such as, maintaining the property, paying all outgoings and keeping the property insured. The beneficiary cannot rent out the property nor is he or she entitled to receive any income from it. When the trust ends, the property is either transferred or sold and the net proceeds paid to the remainder beneficiaries.

This is also created in a testator’s Will where a testator provides for someone (usually the spouse) to have the use and benefit of the property for their lifetime whilst preserving the property for the benefit of another party (usually the children).

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Plympton bowlers retain Littleton cup Plympton Bowling Club have been successful in winning the much coveted ‘Littleton Cup’ for the second year running.

The team, captained by Rob Atrill, beat Coop Unity Park on neutral ground in Plymouth’s Central Park to win by 15 points to retain the Cup. The competition is run by the Plymouth and District Men’s Bowling League and consists of nine local clubs competing on a knockout basis with each team of sixteen players in four rinks over twenty one ends.

The Clubs that entered this year were Devonport Park, Ivybridge, Lee Moor, Plympton, Yealmpton, Peverell Park, Tothill Park, Co-op Unity Park and Yelverton.

The photograph shows the Littleton Cup being presented to Club Captain Rob Atrill by P&D Men’s League President Brian Snell.

Children get ready for school at Kiddi Caru Able takes on more new challenges for Hannahs Staff at Kiddi Caru’s Plympton day nursery have been busy helping to prepare its preschool children and their parents for the exciting move to primary school.

As part of the nursery’s school readiness programme, the staff have been liaising with primary schools in the area to ensure that the children have the confidence to take primary school in their stride.

Teachers from the schools have visited the children at the nursery to introduce themselves and they have also provided photographs of their school for the children to look at and discuss.

As well as photos of the teachers, the children have been able to see what the classrooms, wash rooms, playground, dining hall and even coat pegs look like in their new school.

This helps them to familiarise themselves with the new environment and allows them to know what to expect when they arrive for their first day.

The nursery also held a graduation ceremony for its 39 school leavers, applauding their achievements at the nursery to give them a confidence boost.

Tracey Callan, nursery manager, said: “The idea of going to primary school can be quite daunting for the pre-schoolers and their parents. They are used to nursery life and the transition to school is a big step for them.

“Their days will be very different there, so our school readiness programme aims to give them an insight into what it will be like while they are still in the safe and secure nursery environment. This helps to reduce any anxiety by letting them know what to expect when they bid farewell to us.”

For further information about Kiddi Caru please visit the website at www.kiddicaru.com, or Facebook - www.facebook.com/Kiddicaru - or call 01752 330469.

Graduation day

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Busy at pre-school

Chance to star Deputy Lord Mayor takes to the air in Wizard of Oz Following on from their successful production of Alice in Wonderland staged at Plympton Academy earlier this yearm, LS Drama Workshops are now planning a production of The Wizard of Oz which will hit a local stage in early December.

They are now looking for children aged between 4 and 14 who love to sing, dance and act to be apart of a fantastic production.

A free taster session for interested children will take place at St Maurice Primary School on September 4.

Anyone interested should contact workshop leader Laura Shepherd on 07939 930779 or e-mail LSDramaWorkshops@gmail.com to book a place. (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

Plymouth’s Deputy Lord Mayor, Cllr Chris Mavin, took to the air for an hour on Hospital Radio Plymouth on August 2.

Cllr Mavin, who lives in Plympton, appeared on Charlotte Willis’ Teatime Treats show where he answered questions and selected some of his favourite songs.

He explained to listeners his pride in being chosen to be the Deputy Lord Mayor and spoke of his time as a shipwright in the Dockyard. He later became a trade union representative there and this subsequently became his springboard into politics.

When asked about his favourite concert he recalled the time Van Morrison performed at Plymouth Pavilions and he also talked about bringing Soundwaves to Plymouth some years ago when he was chair of the Leisure Services Committee.

Cllr Mavin also explained his aspirations for youth engagement in the Leigham area of the

Moor View Ward, which he represents.

Listeners also heard of Cllr Mavin’s love of golf and of his involvement as a member of the local police choir.

Among the songs he chose to be played were House of the Rising Sun by the Animals, You Don’t Bring Me Flowers by Barbra Streisand and Neil Diamond, Imelda May’s Johnny Got a Boom Boom and Question by The Moody Blues.

Hospital Radio Plymouth is a registered charity which broadcasts 24 hours a day to Derriford Hospital as well as on the internet to the wider community.

Earlier this year the charity picked up the Station of the Year Bronze Award at the National Hospital Radio Awards. The station is currently on the lookout for new volunteers and anyone interested should e-mail John Gerrans at membership@hospitalradioplymouth.org.uk for more details.

(Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

Daredevil Able Sharp recently took part in a skydive and raised over £2,000 for Hannahs. This was a particularly amazing achievement as Able has a range of disabilities since contracting meningitis as a baby.

21 year old Able recently completed his Pathway to Employment course with The Key at Hannahs at Seale-Hayne.

He is always looking for a new challenge and is a keen fundraiser. Able took part in a tandem skydive, jumping out of a plane at 15,000 feet, which was organised by Sky Buzz at Dunkeswell Airfield in East Devon.

Able said “I didn’t know what to expect and it was a very strange feeling falling through the sky. But I want to do more skydives!”

On September 3, Able will be taking on a new challenge using a BOMA 7 allterrain wheelchair. He will be travelling from Hannahs Ivybridge to Tavistock accompanied by his support worker Sebastian Thompson on a road bike.

This challenge is a warm up for a series of marathons they have planned for 2019. To support Able and Sebastian visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ ablesbomberchallenge Daniel Burke, head of fundraising, said “Everyone at Hannahs is extremely thankful for all of the time, effort and fundraising which Able has put in to making all of his challenges so successful.

Able is a true ambassador for Hannahs and his engagement with the wider community has been inspiring”.

Hannahs are always looking for people to take on challenges in aid of the charity.

Anyone who is interested can find out more on the website: http://www. discoverhannahs.org/support-us/fundraise

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The show goes on for flower group Busy month ahead for St Mary’s in Plympton

Despite growing conditions this year described as ‘horrendous by chairman Ian Curzon-Berners, members of the Plympton Fuchsia and Geranium Group were able to put on a respectable display of exhibits at their annual Summer Show at Harewood House.

The challenging growing conditions involved severe frost and snow earlier in the year and one of the longest spells of hot and dry weather for some years which has been experienced over the summer.

Members were still, however, able to get a large amount of blooms and plants onto the benches for the public to come and view.

David Carter scooped the Rowley Trophy for his novice entry of single or semi-double fuchsia and also picked up the Shillingham Plate for his club fuchsia plant and the DD Fabrication Trophy in another novice class for ‘any pelargonium other than zonal.’

Veteran exhibitor Mike Shopland won a number of pieces of silverware for his exhibits including the Saltram Bowl for his commercial hanging pot, the Gowen Trophy for single/semi-double fuchsia and the Sam Brown Shield for Best in Show for his half hanging basket of the same cultivar.

Club president Heather Turtell also impressed judges with her wins including the PFGG Salver for her Amercian bred fuchsia, the Lloyds Bank Trophy for six single blooms on a board and the PFGG Multi-Pot Trophy for six double blooms on a board.

September promises to be a busy month for Plympton St Mary’s Church with a number of high profile events scheduled.

On September 1 two well-known musicians will be performing at St Mary’s Church Hall to raise money for the Devon Historic Churches Trust. knowledge of seasoned exhibitors.

Among others enjoying success Kathleen Ken and Tony are now well-known and much Their September meeting will include a talk Lakey won her own trophy in the miniature appreciated for their performances around dozens from a leading fertiliser specialist and the zonal class, Robert Steele was awarded the of venues locally and on September 1 they will be talk will be followed by a practical session on Ivan Mathews Trophy for his bi-coloured providing another vintage evening of songs from preparing plants for 2019. leafed zonal and in the tri-coloured leaf the sixties and seventies. zonal class Sonia Venn picked up the Sam More details about the group can be found The event begins at 7pm in St Mary’s Church Hall at www.pfgg.co.uk.

Brown Bowl. in Market Road. Tickets are now available from Ken (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast) The event was rounded off with an auction Kingwell on 01752 335702 or Rodger Ruse on 01752 of plants in the afternoon which saw quite 510190 or from the Parish Office at just £5 for each competitive bidding from those keen to adult, with children free. acquire the lots on offer.

Subject to availability it is likely some tickets will The Plympton Fuchsia and Geranium Group also be available on the door on the night but premeet at Harewood House on the second booking is recommended to avoid any potential Tuesday evening of every month and they disappointment. are keen to welcome new members. The Then on Saturday September 8 the church will meetings generally include a talk from an be holding an Autumn Fair on the Church Green invited guest and there is also plenty of from 10 am to 2 pm. There will be a raffle and opportunity for new members to tap into the various items will be on sale, including cakes, refreshments, bric-a-brac, books, plants and church merchandise.

There will be games for children and adults as well! Any organisation or charity wishing to book a table at the fair can do so at a cost of £6 per table.

Table booking enquiries should be made to ClairLouise Journeaux on 01752 513093. Stallholders are asked to bring their own table.

Other activities are planned to entertain and sustain visitors, including a barbecue and entertainment on the site of Plympton Priory which is at the back of the church. Funds raised will be in support of church maintenance and in the event of bad weather the fair will take place inside the church.

The fair takes place on the first day of the English Heritage Open Days where thousands of buildings throughout the UK will be open to the public.

As well as being open on the Saturday, St Mary’s will also be open to visitors on Sunday September 9 from 1pm to 5pm.

St Mary’s first took part in the English Heritage Open Days in the church’s 700th anniversary year in 2011. The event proved so successful that they have taken part every year since.

During the open weekend visitors can find out more about the various memorials on the walls, discover the location of the priest’s door used as an access to the church when the nearby Plympton Priory had monks living in it, learn which part of the church was the original chapel dating back to 1311 and among many other fascinating facts Everyone has different motivation including a former local MP who died in 1461 to take on a round. entombed inside the building.

Plympton Priory will be open on September 8 A University student, in another City, and 9 from 10am to 5pm where local historian John distributes during holidays to pay towards Boulden MBE and his team will be on hand to show her travel, concerts and living expenses. visitors around the historic site and its new visitor centre which was formally opened last year.

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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.

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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.

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Classic Movie Monthly, second Tuesday of the month, 2pm - 4pm Join in the fun for a free showing of a classic film.

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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 Library Writers Group Amateur authors of stories and verse seek similar minded people for the sharing and discussion of each other’s work. We meet in the Plymstock Library on the

first Thursday of every month for 2 hours starting at 5pm. Interested, then come along, or should you want more information on the Plymstock Library Writers Group ring Tom on 01752208735.

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 Hall is open from 7pm and new members and visitors are very welcome.

Get on the Starfish Trail

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.

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@

A new family friendly trail linking the Barbican and Sutton Harbour has been launched, offering families the chance to learn more about life under the sea – and win impressive monthly prizes.

The Starfish Trail follows Stella the Starfish around Sutton Harbour, with trail boards located on the water’s edge to take visitors from the heart of the Barbican to the National Marine Aquarium (NMA) and Rockfish, which are located on the other side of the water.

The trail is currently planned to run until November and there are a range of prizes up for grabs each month, donated by Plymouth Waterfront Partnership, including a Sony PS4 console and an Amazon Fire Kids Edition 7 inch tablet. The NMA has also donated prizes ranging from cuddly toys to a family annual pass and a ‘Sleeping with the Sharks’ experience.

Trail leaflets can be picked up from the Tourist Information Centre and the NMA, or downloaded from the Visit Plymouth website.

There are eight boards along the trail, each with a question to answer. Participants who answer all eight questions can claim offers immediately from local businesses with their completed leaflets and then submit their details online via the Visit Plymouth website to enter the monthly prize draws.

Amanda Lumley, executive director of Destination Plymouth, said: “The Starfish Trail is a great excuse to get children outside this summer and we hope families will enjoy exploring Plymouth’s historic harbour.

“There’s so much for everyone to see and do around Plymouth’s waterfront, for visitors and local families. With the new trail, the walk around Sutton Harbour can become part of the adventure or a talktalk.net or secretary Carol Tweedie caroltweedie@ hotmail.com More details at www.bsgregion6.com and Facebook page Plym Valley British Sugarcraft Guild.

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?

family activity in its own right.”

The Starfish Trail has been created in partnership with Destination Plymouth, Plymouth City Council, Sutton Harbour Holdings plc and the NMA. It’s one of three possible ways to travel between the Barbican and Sutton Harbour – by boat, on the trail or over the temporary walkway, which is now open over the Sutton Harbour lock while the main bridge is closed for repairs.

Pedestrians will be routed across the inner lock gates and along quays via a series of paths – including crossing the industrial inner lock gates. A separate release is available with more information.

The Sutton Harbour ferry runs daily between Lockyer’s Quay and Barbican West Pier, and the ticket price is refunded for customers when they visit the NMA café or shop, or eat at Rockfish.

For more information, see: www.visitplymouth. co.uk/be-inspired/competitions/starfish-trail

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

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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 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.

Community Groups: 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.

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 details.

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.

Popular folk singer Will Varley heads for Plymouth

available from the parish office Monday to Friday 9am until 1pm 01752 348525 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.

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.

Folk singer songwriter Will Varley is heading to Plymouth for a one-off concert in October.

He will be bringing his ‘Spirit of Minnie’ tour to the Red House Theatre at Plymouth School of Creative arts on October 13.

Described recently by Donovan as ‘the next generation’ and counting the likes of Billy Bragg, Tim Minchin and Frank Turner among his fans, it seems the rambling songwriter who cut his teeth haunting the open mics of south London is finally getting the attention he deserves.

Fresh from his huge Shepherd’s Bush Empire headline gig in the Spring, plus a run of high profile festival slots at Green Man, Boom Town and Cropredy Festival this summer, the Deal singersongwriter will now jump into an autumn packed with his biggest UK shows to date.

Tickets are on sale now via www.tix.to/ WillVarleyUKTour 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 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.

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.

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 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 4pm 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 Fairbairn 07718749008’

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.

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.

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.

‘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.

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.

Guitar Classes Guitar lessons for children aged from 6 - 12 years.

Taught in small groups of 2 or 3. Tuesdays and 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.

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.

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.

Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Sundays: Church service 10am to 12 noon 2nd and 4th

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

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.

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

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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.

Big cheque for Little Things - thanks to local law firm

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.

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 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

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) 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 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.

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.

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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.

Plymouth charity, Little Things & Co, has been presented with a cheque for £3,300 by the staff of city law firm, GA Solicitors.

Little Things & Co. was named the firm’s charity of the year after being voted in by its 79 employees.

Over the last 12 months, it has benefited from a wide variety of fundraising efforts by the team such as dress down days, bake sales, quiz nights and sporting activities.

Little Things & Co. offers practical and emotional support to those suffering from the loss of a baby.

Initially established to provide bespoke clothing to tiny babies who had died, the charity has now expanded its services to include support group meetings, a dedicated memorial garden within Derriford hospital, literature and additional support to relieve the mental suffering of those affected by baby bereavement or loss.

The money raised by GA Solicitors’ team will be put towards the ongoing support provided by the charity, such as the postage of clothing, provision of support literature, catering at events, maintenance of the memorial garden and much more.

Katy McKenna of GA Solicitors commented: “Little Things & Co. is a much needed local charity which 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 mixture of street dance, fitness and contemporary. Free.

Details e-mail Kerrie at kerrie@eximdance.org.uk Costa Healing Rooms Meet at Costa, New George Street, c/o Old Town Street every Wednesday 2.30pm - 4.30pm

provides essential support to parents and family members locally and further afield.

“The team has worked tirelessly over the last year to raise our biggest charity total to date. To be able to support Little Things & Co. in such a manner and help them to continue to provide comfort to so many families is truly humbling.”

LeighAnne Wright, founder of Little Things & Co, added: “We are so pleased to have been chosen by GA Solicitors as their charity of the year. The amount they have raised is staggering and this kind of support is invaluable to a charity of our size.

“More than 3,600 stillbirths occur every year in the UK, and around 20% of women suffer from miscarriage at some point in their lives. These are not small numbers and yet baby loss is still somewhat of a taboo subject. I can’t thank the GA team enough and will look forward to continuing a lasting relationship with them.”

GA Solicitors’ nominated charity for 2018/19 is Action Duchenne, a charity which raises awareness and money for research regarding Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). This is a rare and complex genetic muscle wasting condition which becomes apparent in children as young as two years old.

Dartmoor Gliding Friendly Flying on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting. Call 07873 483001 for details or Google Dartmoor Flying.

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

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

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.

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

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

by Lymphoma (Hodgkins or Non Hodgkins Disease), whether patient (past or present), carer, family member or friend, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Derriford Health and Wellbeing Centre from 3pm to 4.30 pm. For 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 Shakespeare Society Meets twice a month from September to May at the Burgess Hall (behind the Unitarian Church) Notte Street, Plymouth from 2.30 - 4.30 p.m. Everyone welcome.

Further details call 257764.

Plymouth Skywatch Meet at St Budeaux Parish Church Hall every third Friday of the month at 7.30pm. The meeting usually consists of highlights of the night sky for the following month followed by a talk on an astronomy-related subject. There is a break in between with tea and coffee available.

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

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

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

Liz is an ideal role model Liz Orgill, director of Plymouth-based Construction Materials Online has been chosen to be a UK role model to inspire a future generation of construction professionals.

As marketing director at Construction Materials Online (CMO), Liz has been instrumental in the success of the UK’s largest online roofing merchant, Roofing Superstore, one of CMO’s three specialist eCommerce stores.

The role model initiative has been launched by UK Construction Week to act as a platform to inspire a new generation of construction professionals to join the industry.

Role models take part in an outreach programme, going to colleges and schools to talk to students and teachers at key stages of their education to explain what inspired them to choose construction as a career and bust any myths around the image of construction.

Liz joined CMO - which is based in Burrington Way - with 15 years’ marketing experience under her belt. Since the launch of Roofing Superstore in 2009, and together with Drainage Superstore and Insulation Superstore, the brands now sell over 50,000 products for the building and construction industry. From the company’s achievements as ‘firstto-market’ 10 years ago, CMO now has an enviable growth trajectory and plans to exceed its £27 million turnover this year.

Liz is passionate about the industry and a great advocate of working in construction. She said: “I’m delighted to share my experiences and discuss what an exciting and important time it is to join construction.”

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.

Plymouth Radio Club Second Tuesday of every month.

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

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

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

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

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

Plymouth U3A Second Monday of the month If you are retired, 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.

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

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

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

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

Liz Orgill The history of CMO began when a small group of roofing contractors saw an opportunity in the oldfashioned method of builder’s merchants and took it into the 21st century with an online business.

This success marked a revolution in the sector and the way people buy construction materials, giving better convenience for builders, tradespeople, and contractors. As a positive disruptor in the sector, CMO carved the path for others to follow.

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 at the beginning of the term, or contact the choir leader.

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

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

Plymouth 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 01752 550492 or 07810065982.

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 7th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls’ Association Fridays We meet at Pennycross Methodist Church in term time, Anchors (5-8 years) between 6.15pm and 7.15pm; Juniors (8-11 years) from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and Seniors (12-18 years) between 7pm and 9.45pm. There is a full programme of activities including crafts, games, drama, music, cookery, interactive challenges, national sport competitions and much more. The year culminates in a week-long summer camp. Our programme enables youngsters to learn many various skills and prepares them for adult life. Simply go along on Fridays to find out more or visit 7plymouth.boys-brigade.org.uk Plymouth Writers Circle Tuesdays Do you have a problem with plotting or characterisation. The Plymouth Writers Circle meets on

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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 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.

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.

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.

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

Special day for bowlers

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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.

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

Competitors in celebrating their success The Lions Club of Plymouth, ably assisted by Plympton Bowling Club and friends, were invited to help with scoring duties at the recent Special Olympics Regional Bowls Competition at the Indoor Bowls Club at the Life Centre Plymouth.

The teams played a four bowl pairs match, from four different leagues, in five rinks, over periods of one and a half hours each.

The event was very well organised by Alan Stockdale, chair of Special Olympics Team Plymouth and his team of assistants, volunteers and officials with a good time being had by all. Alan emphasises that the event was very much a team effort.

Cross, Church of the Holy Spirit Southway, Crownhill Fort and Jump. Please call Shilpa on 0771 1899 530 for times of classes.

Soundhouse Brass and Soundhouse Youth Brass Academy Thursdays Want to play with one of the finest Brass Bands in Devon then why not come along and give us a try. We also have a thriving Youth Band for younger players which is supported by Plymouth Youth Music Service.

Both groups practice at The Soundhouse, Torbridge High School, Estover on Thursday evenings (Juniors 6p.m. to 7.30p.m. and Seniors 7.30-9.45p.m) Come along any evening, visit our website www.soundhousebrass. co.uk or ring Alan 01752844108 (Senior Band) or Garry 0744618977 (Youth Band) for further details.

South West Chamber Choir Wednesdays Marjon Chapel 7.30 to 9.30 pm. We are a friendly auditioned choir of 25 to 30 singers specialising in unaccompanied singing, with a programme of madrigals, partsongs and sacred works. We give four concerts annually as well as a weekend of sung services at a cathedral each July. A reasonable standard of sight-reading is needed to join. We welcome enquiries. www.swcchoir.org.uk Shotokan Karate Club Shotokan Karate club in Devonport High school for Girls on Monday and Friday evenings for all ages and grades starting at 6pm. This is an authentic Japanese art, taught in the same disciplined manner instilling personal responsibility for actions, promoting confidence and self esteem. Karate taught in this environment is deemed to be beneficial for all ages and genders. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained.Contact club secretary Steve on 07518471142 or Colin on 07968061887. Shotokan Karate Club in Eggbuckland Community college Drama studio on Wednesday evenings from 7.00 to 8.30 for all ages and grades. . An authentic Japanese art, all Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained. Contact Georgina on 07807184279. Children’s Shotokan Karate Class in St Budeaux parish church hall, specifically for ages 7 to 12 years old, parents can train alongside their children in a relaxed and friendly environment. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained. Saturday mornings 10am to 11am Contact Georgina on 07807184279 The Specials Wednesday Club For adults with learning disabilities. YMCA Plymouth, Honicknowle Lane from 6pm to 8pm £3 per week.

Further information www.sopd.org.uk The Arts Society South Devon We are part of The Arts Society, the National

Lunch and teas were served by Alan’s volunteers, which was thoroughly enjoyed by competitors, volunteers and supporters.

Bronze, silver and gold medals were awarded to the winning teams from each league by the immediate past President of the Plymouth Lions Club, Lion Ian Hill.

The President and members of Lions Club of Plymouth and the Plympton Bowling Club wish the Special Olympics Team of Plymouth every success in securing places in the forthcoming Special Olympics World Summer Games 2019 to be held in Abu Dubai.

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

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

Tel. 07949 839088 The Pythagorean Society First Friday of the month held at Plymouth Natural Health & Healing Centre, Outland Road, PL2 3PY. 7 pm – 9 pm. We have a different topic each month with a guest speaker, covering a wide range of esoteric subjects. Please see our website for details www.pythagoreansociety.wordpress.net or email mail@pythagoreansociety.net The Plymouth Regional Head & Neck Cancer Support Group Our group is specifically aimed at head and neck patients, their partners and/or carers. Our support group will also welcome anyone who wishes to join us for whatever reason. You don’t have to be a cancer patient to join us but those cancer patients without a support group of their own will be made especially welcome. Due to the nature of this particular disease, most of our members are from the older age group. We meet up once a month and take a trip out somewhere away from the clinical environment. We might also be able to help with transport if necessary. Please contact: Geoff Read on (01752) 563 800 or email Secretary.

PlymouthHNC@gmail.com 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

Plymouth Petanque Club A friendly club and a great way to be active for people of any age and ability. We meet for social games every Sunday and Wednesday afternoons throughout the year. Average attendance is about 25 -30 players. These sessions are suitable for new players as we play to basic rules with the emphasis on fun, and we always stop halfway through for tea and biscuits (or cake for celebrations!) and a chat. We play at Brickfields Sports Centre and further information can be found on our newly updated website. www.plymouthpetanque.org.uk

Dancing Duo Fortnightly on Saturdays The Elm Community Centre, Estover PL6 8EU 7.45pm to 10.45pm with Henry and Jeannie. Ballroom, Latin, Sequence, Old Time and more. Free parking. Entry £6. Bring your own soft drinks and snacks. For more information call Jeannie on 01803 325905 or visit www. dancingduo.co.uk Tea Morning Wednesdays Plymouth Unitarian Cafe 10am - 12 noon. Why not drop in for a bit of relaxation, a cuppa, knitting, a game, some reading or colouring? Or just have a sit down and rest. Dementia friendly. Tea/coffee and a biscuit 60p. All money taken goes to our charities for the year, Plymouth Samaritans and the Smile Train GraceNotes Acapella Group Mondays, Burraton Community Centre, Saltash. 7.30pm to 10pm. GraceNotes Acapella is a ladies close harmony acapella chorus who sing a wide and varied repertoire from traditional barbershop songs, through to modern Disney classics! Competing both locally and nationally, as well as performing at many sing-outs throughout the year, new members are always welcome!

Rock up to a rehearsal and see what we do! Email gracenotessaltash@gmail.com or find them on social media for more information.

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

Plymouth Karate Academy Various dates Based in Faraday Mill Cattedown the club is managed by Sensei Stuart Hick (4thDan), Sensei Jon Eaton (3rdDan) and Senpai Luke Irving (2ndDan). With more than 45 years combined experience all of the instructors are DBS checked, and teach Shotokan karate. With many advantages to learning karate, instructors teach traditional skills and Self-Defence with genuine applications to modern day situations. Students often say that they feel self-confident; have increased discipline, improved fitness levels and co-ordination. But above all, they all agree its great value for money, and a fun and a fantastic way to meet new friends no matter what age you are. Tuesday /Thursday Kids only Karate class 6.15- 7pm; Tuesday/Thursday Adult Beginners Intermediate - Advanced from 7pm onwards ; Saturday Morning class Kids Karate class 10am onwards. For more info: Stuart Hick 07970379268 or stuart.hick@ plymouthkarateacademy.co.uk Sequenced Dancing Tuesdays, Saturdays Plymstock Community Centre. 2pm to 4pm on Tuesdays, 7.30pm to 10.30pm on Saturdays. All welcome. For more information call 01752 251313 or 668017

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The Plymouth Fishkeepers Society is celebrating its 70th Anniversary in 2018, having been founded in 1948 by a local school teacher who placed an advert in a local newspaper.

It was for anyone interested in the aquatic hobby to attend an inaugural meeting on June 22 to form a Society.

From these small beginnings the present Society has grown over the 70 years and has seen many changes in the hobby.

That is not to say that the Society itself has experienced its ups and downs in terms of membership, but at the present time it is doing well with 43 members.

The society celebrated the event with a dinner at the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club on June 22 when present

and past members enjoyed the humour of the after dinner speaker Peter Randle from the Marine Biological Society.

Finding a suitable meeting place at a reasonable cost can be a problem for any group or society. In Plymouth, the Fishkeepers Sociery are fortunate to have the Hyde Park Social Club for their meetings on the first and second Wednesdays of each month.

The first meeting is the more formal, consisting of visual lectures given by either Society members or by guest speakers. The second meeting is centred on the Table Show where members hope to win trophies which are presented at the end of the year.

A short talk on an aquatic subject is presented by a member while the fish are being judged,

RAF celebrations

The Plymouth Branch of the RAF Association, will be celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the formation of the Royal Air Force in September.

As part of the celebrations, the Field Marshall Hugh Trenchard (First Air Marshall of the RAF) Token will arrive at the RAF and Allied Air Forces monument on Plymouth Hoe at 11am on Sunday September 9 in the presence of civic dignitaries, military personnel and the public.

The following day, Monday September 10 the Token will be on view to the public at Raffles Club, Ermington Terrace, Mutley between 11am and 5pm and on Tuesday September 11 and Friday September 14 at House of Fraser (5th Floor) Royal Parade between 10.30am and 3pm.

On Wednesday September 12 a special event will be held at RAF Harrowbeer in the presence of military

and civic dignitaries between 10am and 2.30pm with the possibility of a fly pass (weather permitting!), while on the following day Thursday September 13 it will be at the Visitor Centre, Ford Park Cemetery, Ford Park Road, Mutley between 11am and 4pm. Refreshments will be available.

Finally on Saturday September 15, the Field Marshall’s Token will leave Plymouth and head for the RAF Association (Bodmin Branch) who will put the Token on show and then pass it on to St Austell and so on.

Battle of Britain Day will be celebrated on Sunday September 16 and a service will be held at St Andrew’s Minster, Royal Parade, Plymouth at 11am in the presence of military personnel, civic dignitaries, cadets and federation of ex services standards and veterans (collections at all these events will go to the RAF Wings Appeal Charity’).

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Experience ‘Isn’t faith just abandoning reason?’

That’s a question that sometimes comes up when my friends discuss faith with me.

Not surprisingly, it’s my friends who wouldn’t call themselves Christian who talk more about this than those who would. For them, the nature of faith is more important than the words we Christians use to talk about it.

Is it real? Can you touch it, experience it? Does it make a Ian difference in real life or is it Pilkington just words? Good questions.

Any faith that doesn’t stand up under such scrutiny isn’t really faith at all. And sometimes, the toughest interrogation comes from children.

My grand-daughter recently said: “I don’t actually believe in God.” OK, a bit young for denying God’s existence I thought (she’s five) but let’s see what’s going on here. “Why not, I do?” I asked. “Well, have you ever seen Him?” was her rational query. Pretty good for a five-year-old.

“Can you see the wind?” I countered (pretty good for a 54-year-old, but sadly not my

Members of the Fishkeepers Society at the anniversary dinner

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allowing time for members to be able to mingle and chat about the hobby. At the end of the evening there is a Questions and Answers slot for members who may have a fishkeeping problem. At each meeting there is a raffle and auction of fish bred by Society members and other aquatic items.

The Society aims to produce a varied programme throughout the year which will appeal to both the beginner and the more advanced aquarist. The current programme includes lectures by guest speakers with talks by Maidenhead Aquatics on the aquatic trade, Emperor Tropicals on planted aquariums and Dr Peter Burgess presenting an illustrated talk about the Berlin Zoo Aquarium.

Interests among members are diverse, and there is always someone in the Society who can answer questions covering most aspects of the hobby. There are members who belong to specialist societies such as the Catfish Association of

Great Britain and the British Killifish Association.

Aquatic plants are not forgotten: one of the trophies in the Home Aquarium and Pond Competition is for the best plant. Within in the Society there is an active interest in aquatic photography and members can show their photos in an annual competition.

It goes without saying that in such an active Society there is also keen interest in breeding fish and fresh water shrimps. Again some people specialise in one group, whereas others have a more general interest.

The Society magazine ‘Fishy News’ is produced four times a year and contains a diverse array of articles on aspects of fish and fishkeeping written by members, while a monthly newsletter is also produced to cover forthcoming events and Table Show results.

There is a good cross section of members ranging from fairly newcomers to people who have been in the hobby for a long time. Visitors are welcome to attend one of the Society’s meetings to find out more.

If you have just bought your first fish tank then Plymouth Fishkeepers Society is the place to be. The Society is also on Facebook.

John Rundle, Chairman.

QUESTIONS, QUESTIONS...

BY IAN PILKINGTON, TRUSTEE OF CROSS RHYTHMS PLYMOUTH own work - I think that’s a quote from Billy Graham, so we’re on good ground). This took us off on an exploration of the similarities between the wind and the experience of God. I can’t see the wind, but I feel and see the effects of the wind.

The Holy Spirit is likened to (and named) a wind in many places in the Good Book.

Relationship with Him is offered as a very definite experience. And he won’t be tamed or contained, much like the wind. She wasn’t convinced – that’ll take more than my words.

Faith does sometimes require us to take a step that seems contrary to our reason. The reason being that reason is sometimes not as reasonable a basis for life as we would hope. Reason based on previous, unrelated experience, can cloud our judgment.

Ask anyone who has been rejected in love only to find love again with someone else. That took a step of unreasonable trust, to begin with. And it’s sustained when they find their trust rewarded.

“Complete trust or confidence in someone or something” is one common definition of

faith. Some people mock believers for their ‘blind faith’ and say that reason trumps that kind of faith. I would tend to agree – except God doesn’t ask us to sustain faith without experience.

Trust in any person, is sustained when the object of trust proves him or herself.

Amazingly, God submits Himself to this test.

As the apostle Paul wrote (and bear in mind he had a huge experience of God to convert him on the road to Damascus): ‘I pray … [that you may come] to know [practically, through personal experience] the love of Christ which far surpasses [mere] knowledge [without experience], that you may be filled up [throughout your being] to all the fullness of God [so that you may have the richest experience of God’s presence in your lives, completely filled and flooded with God Himself]’. (Ephesians 3:19, Amplified Bible).

Christian faith isn’t merely about believing the impossible in the face of reason.

Instead, the experience of God is the reason behind so much that is done in the face of impossible odds, in the name of the Love that billions across the globe and throughout history have discovered.

Stepping into the experience can take a leap of faith, a deep breath and a jump of trust. In my experience it’s been worth it to find the reality that sustains my trust.

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Two Plymouth veterans who have discovered their creative talents Two Plymouth veterans have had their work exhibited at a new Help for Heroes exhibition in London.

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Help for Heroes believes that those who have put their lives second deserve a second chance at life. Thanks to the Creative Force exhibition, those supported by Help for Heroes can share their inspiring stories.

Nick Martin Diagnosed only three years ago, the past 36 years of Nick’s life have been controlled by posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

The former stores accountant with the Royal Navy spent most of his time at sea and saw action in the Falklands Campaign: “I was on the Atlantic Conveyor when she was hit. It’s the reason why I ended up coming to Help for Heroes all those years later.”

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Art has been hugely beneficial to Nick, helping him to relax, focus his mind and manage his PTSD: “I can spend hours with my thoughts just engrossed in what I am doing. It’s quite fiddly and technical and I must concentrate on what I am doing. While I am doing that my mind isn’t elsewhere, giving me troubles or taking me to places I don’t want to go.”

Kevin Preston Joining the Coldstream Guards in 1981, Kevin served around the world. While on patrol in Northern Ireland, he fell off a wall landing on his backpack.

Returning to work, Kevin was unaware that the accident was to have bigger implications later in life: “In those days if you had an injury in the Army you were no good to anybody. So, you kept all that quiet.”

Leaving the Army in 1985 Kevin found his transition to civilian life difficult: “When I came out I couldn’t settle. I drank heavily and neglected my body. Even though I had this pain down my leg.”

Ongoing pain forced Kevin to give up manual work, but he soon stared a new career. Using the sign writing training he’d learnt in the Army, he began sketching people and their pets, took a business course and set up a studio.

Then, one day his Army accident caught up with him. Unable to feel his leg Kevin was taken into

hospital where he discovered the full extent of his injuries.

He had fractured his back which hadn’t healed properly, causing nerve damage: “This was a big wake-up call. At that time, I lost my mobility, I was in a wheelchair. I didn’t know what to do with myself. My business was gone, my trade was gone.

I was in a state.”

Nevertheless, Kevin continued to draw and paint, and in 2005 he joined Help for Heroes: “It’s helped me to bring myself back to normal.

“I have a lot more belief in myself and this is all down to the Help for Heroes’ Recovery Centre in Plymouth, where I belong to the art group and enjoy every minute of my recovery.”

Since then Kevin has sold his work in Devon galleries to raise money for the charity. Has exhibited in London, and is delighted his work is being shown at Creative Force: “I’m chuffed to bits.

The Mall Galleries is one of the top galleries in London. Right by St James Palace which I used to guard. I’m over the moon.”

In the last 10 years, military charity Help for Heroes has supported over 19,000 wounded injured and sick service personnel, veterans and their families to find new direction, new passions and empower them to create new lives for themselves.

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