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September 2019

Win a pair of tickets to see the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute at the Plymouth Pavilions See page 23

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NAME THE MARMOSETS Twin baby marmosets have just been born at Darmoor Zoo - and now they need the public’s help in giving them names - see page 3

Plymouth City Council and its partners have launched a plastics code of conduct See page 8

ALSO INSIDE: • Out and About • Community Job • Community Shop Directory • Cross Rhythms • Dial the Experts Experience

Woodside Animal Sanctuary in Elfordleigh is appealing for help in finding homes for pairs of dogs, cats and rabbits which need to stay together Story and photo on page 20

When two’s company!

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Sherford Life When I first moved to Plymouth it felt like being on holiday all the time! In fact, when my family and I moved back to Plymouth after three years away we arrived at the beginning of six weeks of solid sunshine – which was a wonderful ‘welcome home’ present!

One of the great things about living where we do is the fact that we can get so easily to the beautiful countryside of Dartmoor on one side and the lovely beaches of the South Devon coast on the other side.

We’re on the doorstep of Cornwall, we’re surrounded by family attractions like Pennywell Farm (a big hit with our family) and National Trust places to explore.

And if we don’t want to leave Plymouth

By Revd Tom Brassil itself we still have the Hoe, the shops, the cinema, great places to eat, plenty of sports facilities, you name it. Plymouth is definitely the kind of place where you can have a great ‘staycation!’

In my own locale of Sherford we are looking forward to the building of our Leisure Centre. Meanwhile we are enjoying our growing Country Park, as well as the nearby King George V Playing Fields.

Another of the great things about our city and its various neighbourhoods is the way there is so much going on within our communities to help us enjoy life. Flick to page 4 of this newspaper and have a look at the Out and About pages: I’m sure there will be something there to inspire you.

So what will you do with your time off?

Will you go hunting for Elmer the Elephant around Plymouth? Will you enjoy the beauty of the natural world on our doorstep? Will you enjoy getting together with friends and family to relax? Or simply get lost in a good book? How will you make sure you rest?

I’ll tell you why it’s an important question to answer: because we were designed to rest as well as work! The people who followed God in the earliest days of the Bible were told to take at least one day of rest each week, called the Sabbath.

In one verse in the Bible the reason is given: God made everything. In other words, the world won’t fall apart if we take a break – God’s got that covered!

Elsewhere in the Bible another reason is given too: God is the one who rescues.

In other words, we can’t save ourselves through working hard – only God can do that. And he has that covered too!

We weren’t meant to be self-sufficient work machines, who must keep going in order to keep the world going.

We were meant to work and rest, to create and enjoy. And we can rely on God to keep working even when we take a break. So, what will you do with your time off?

If you have any questions about Sherford Life, or if you would like to chat more about how God created rest for our good, please contact me at tom@ sherfordchurch.net

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Sherford 2019: Progress on new community includes 2.3 million bricks, 255,000 trees and plants and more than 200 trainees New figures have revealed the major progress being made in the construction of Sherford, one of the South West’s largest new community developments.

Since house construction began in 2016, in excess of 150 residents live in the vibrant and growing community, and the first primary school is bustling with over 90 pupils.

Emma Colin of the Sherford Consortium – the partnership of homebuilders responsible for the new community, Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Taylor Wimpey – said: “A tremendous amount of work, investment and manpower has gone into bringing the vision of Sherford to life. It is hugely rewarding to see how Sherford is evolving into such an incredible community.

“So much has been achieved already, despite only being in its first phase of development. With many more milestones in the pipeline in the next year alone, we look forward to this community going from strength to strength.”

Devon County Council Leader John Hart said: “An impressive amount of work is going into the development of the new community of Sherford and it really is progressing well. Aside from the development of homes and infrastructure, we’ve also seen the opening of some vital community facilities such as the primary school, the skills training centre and the first part of the country park, and the main road linking Sherford to Deep Lane Junction is also currently being built.”

Cllr Dan Brown, Ward Member for Wembury and Brixton said: “I simply want to say wow. Every time I drive into Sherford I am amazed at the progress.

New homes are being occupied all the time and the community is really starting to grow. It is such an honour to be part of the birth of this fledgling community and I am really looking forward to celebrating future milestones with the residents.”

Key milestones in numbers: • Since house construction started in 2016, more than 2.3 million bricks have been used at Sherford, 2,000 doors and windows have been installed, along with over 1,000 tonnes of cement used. Forming the foundations of the new community, bricks and concrete have been used to create homes, buildings, roads and pavements throughout the town.

• A huge amount of effort has also been made in creating new wildlife habitats, including designing and constructing over five miles of wildlife corridors. Forming a network of green spaces across the site, these corridors are

already being used by local deers and rabbits, ensuring they can navigate throughout the community safely.

• The first primary school, Sherford Vale, opened its doors to pupils in September 2018. It now

has nearly 150 pupils, along with over 20 nursery age children in a dedicated unit. It is the first of four schools in Sherford and will eventually have an intake of 420 pupils.

• Already a thriving new community, with over 150 people relocating to the town, more people are moving in on a near weekly basis.

• The first part of Sherford’s 500-acre Country Park opened to the public in the summer of 2018.

A footpath was recently created for residents to walk to the park from their homes. Work is also well underway in creating and expanding the next segment of the park, with extensive woodland planting taking place.

• As well as becoming one of the South West’s largest new communities, Sherford is also set to be one of the most sustainable. During its construction, materials such as rocks, timber, metal and plasterboard are being recycled. 85% of waste materials are being recycled, while others are being reused to construct the town’s roads and home foundations.

• 23 new roads have been created to date, along with 22 new residential streets. £8 million has been invested in the creation of Main Street, to connect Sherford to the A38. Work has already begun on the major new route and is due to be completed by Spring 2020.

• A massive 255,000 plants, trees and shrubs have been planted, along with in excess of 3,000m2 of wildflower seeds sown. The community’s first grass play area opened ahead of the school summer holidays. Work has also begun to create the town’s first sports pitches, allotments and tennis courts.

• Many people and businesses are playing a key role in bringing the vision of Sherford to life, with an average of over 250 workers active on site every day, as well as 15-25 machines active • Sherford is supporting the local economy, with 60 contractors involved in the town’s construction, the majority of which are local.

• Sherford’s impressive main entrance features over 30,000 plants, including climbing daisies, ivies, gorse and ferns transplanted from the existing site, and will also eventually be the perfect home for birds looking to nest.

• Since the opening of Sherford’s £370,000 Skills Training Centre, which aims to boost manual skills by providing training across several construction trades, more than 200 people – including apprentice, veterans and contractors – have engaged with the centre.

...and residents give Sherford the thumbs up Residents in Sherford have given a thumbs up to the development of the new community.

As the new community begins to take shape, the councils and consortium of house builders involved in the delivery of the town decided to conduct Sherford’s first community survey to better understand who is living in the town, their needs and their views on community life.

Nearly 50% of residents took time to complete the survey, and the results gained will be used to forecast the community’s future needs.

In a quick snapshot, this is what they said: • Sherford is a young and thriving family town • 75% of people living in Sherford moved from within a 10 miles radius - they are predominantly local people with young families who also work locally • 90% said they enjoy living in Sherford

• Of those 90%, they said that their home and their community were some of the best things about living in Sherford From the survey’s findings, residents said they were especially keen to have a play area and community meeting space, both of which are planned for Sherford.

The housebuilders have listened to this feedback and a new gated and landscaped space has been created for resident families to use as a play area this summer - and it is hoped Sherford’s first playground will follow soon.

The primary school, delivered by the house builders and Devon County Council, now has 148 children registered and has been successful in attracting families to Sherford.

Now that the results have been shared with the community, this data will be used to work with partners who are involved in the delivery of Sherford so they have the best information from the community,

to help shape their future facilities, in line with those already agreed during the planning process.

By monitoring trends as the community develops, this will provide opportunities for the community to give feedback on all aspects of life at Sherford to the developers and partners involved.

Emma Colin from the Sherford Consortium, said: “Hundreds of people have already made Sherford their home and it is developing into a thriving, happy community - as the resident survey clearly shows.

“At the heart of what makes Sherford such an incredible place to live is its residents, and we are delighted with their positive feedback and recognise their hopes and needs for the future.

“So much more is planned for Sherford as it grows, and we are committed to making this a place people are proud of.”

To find out more about Sherford, go to: www. sherford.org

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Dartmoor Zoo welcomes two baby Marmosets

..and now they want members of the public to help name the new born twins

are taking to parenthood very well. The pair are working together to care for each other and their new offspring. The progression of the twin’s development has been very positive, the keepers will continue to monitor them closely. The future is looking bright for the new family here at Dartmoor Zoo. “Although common marmosets are considered a lower concern on the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) Red List of Threatened Species, their population is sadly decreasing due to the threat to their habitat.

“It is our utmost priority at Dartmoor Zoo to educate and inspire the general public about wildlife conservation and improve captive animal

management by providing a safe environment for animals under threat in the wild.”

The keepers have not yet examined the babies to determine the sex in order to minimise unnecessary stress and to allow the family precious bonding time.

Would you like to help Dartmoor Zoo name the baby marmosets? The keepers will shortlist two names from suggestions sent in by the public.

To nominate a name or two, please email zoobase@dartmoorzoo.co.uk and mention why the names would suit the twins!

Winners will be announced on Facebook. To find out more about Dartmoor Zoo visit www. dartmoorzoo.org.uk

know how important this scheme is to the people who live in the east of the city so I’m delighted that we’re in a position to move on to main section of the work.

“We’ve done the enabling works and we’ve done the bits away from Plymouth Road that will complement the changes we’re making so I’m looking forward to seeing it all completed.”

A major part of the scheme is an extension to the eastbound, right-turn lane at Cot Hill where the road will be widened, reducing queues at this junction.

At Marsh Mills, an extra lane will be added to the entry of the roundabout for traffic accessing the A38, with upgrades to the crossing facilities and signals.

Meanwhile, Coypool Road and Larkham Lane will be changed to a two lane exit, allowing more

vehicles to flow onto Plymouth Road in a shorter green light window.

New crossing facilities at Woodford Avenue and Larkham Lane are also in the plans, as are upgrades to crossings at Dingle Road and Glen Road and a new cycle lane between Larkham Lane and Dingle Road.

The first junction to be tackled is Marsh Mills, where lane closures will be in place for two months to allow for works for a new lane to be created and for new lights to be installed. These lane closures will be off-peak only.

At the same time, new crossings will be installed at Larkham Lane. Again, a lane closure will be necessary while these works are being completed.

They are expected to finish in February next year.

Timings for works on the other junctions will be released as the scheme progresses.

Plymouth Road improvements set to continue

Junction improvements in Plympton and Marsh Mills will continue next month with work on Plymouth Road.

The work will mark the next stage of the Eastern Corridor Junction Improvement Scheme and follows on from work already completed at the Cot Hill and Merafield Road junction earlier in the year.

Now, the focus will be on Plymouth Road itself with ageing traffic signal equipment set to be replaced with the latest technology with pavements, crossings and cycle paths improved.

Crucially, the scheme will also see road capacity increased.

Contractor South West Highways will begin work on September 2 and will be completed in Summer 2020.

Councillor Mark Coker, Cabinet member for Strategic Planning and Infrastructure, said: “We

Dame Hannahs is to host its annual autumn fundraising lunch with a Mayflower 400 theme. The event is taking place at Boringdon Park Golf Club on September 24.

A member of the Mayflower 400 team will be giving a fascinating illustrated presentation about the Mayflower 400 commemorations.

2020 marks the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower from Plymouth UK to Plymouth Massachusetts and a series of events are planned to commemorate the legacy of the passengers and crew who undertook the journey and to highlight their stories and heritage, which is embedded in communities across the UK, US and Netherlands.

Guests will enjoy a delicious lunch at Boringdon Park Golf Club and there will also be stalls selling gifts ranging from silk scarves and art to soaps and candles. Coffee will be served from 11.30am and lunch will start at 12.30pm.

Booking is essential and for tickets call 01548 550300.

Devon conservation attraction, Dartmoor Zoo, has welcomed two happy and healthy baby marmosets to its community.

The zoo is now calling on members of the public to help name the as-yet unnamed new born marmoset twins. In the wild, common marmosets face threat of habitat loss from deforestation with an estimated 80% of forests in Cerrado Region, Brazil felled since 1970.

The successful breeding of two healthy marmosets is an invaluable milestone for the Devon-based family attraction.

Dartmoor Zoo’s Curator Tom Lowry commented: “We are thrilled with the arrival of two healthy Common Marmosets. The species is intelligent, inquisitive and playful – and their offspring are irresistible! We’re already seeing their personalities develop and we know they’ll be very popular with visitors to Dartmoor Zoo.” Both of the baby marmosets are in perfect health, and are bonding well with first time parents, Ted and Marmalade - who take it in turns to care for the babies while the other rests.

Once the Marmoset twins are more mobile, the Marmoset family will then move into a brand-new enclosure, built by the Dartmoor Zoo team and Cornwall Glass who donated and fitted all the glazing, and helped with the mesh-work.

The marmosets’ new enclosure has plenty of ropes and branches for them to play and climb on.

Curator Tom Lowry added: “Ted and Marmalade

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Plym Valley Railway has a number of events in the coming weeks.

Over the weekend of August 30 to September 1 it will host the Plymrales Three Beer Festival - its third CAMRA real ale festival with several guest beers and ciders to enjoy.

Activities over the weekend include: Friday 6pm to 10pm Free Brake Van rides; Saturday 11am to 10pm Free Brake Van Rides and an evening of music and entertainment; Sunday 11am to 6pm Train service between Marsh Mills and Plym Bridge.

Other events during the month include: September 8 and 22 Travel between Marsh Mills and Plym Bridge on a Brake Van pulled by an industrial diesel engine. Footplate and driver taster experiences also available.

September 15 and 29 Enjoy a train ride pulled by steam and diesel engines from Marsh Mills to Plym Bridge. Why not take a walk through the National Trust owned Plym Bridge Woods before returning on a later service. There will also be a miniature train attraction.

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

Ocean Giants Until Sep 2 National Marine Aquarium at 10am. With a colossal celebration of everything enormous, Ocean Giants are coming to the National Marine Aquarium throughout the summer holidays. Games, shows, feeds, talks, activities, crafts and more! For more information visit www.national-aquarium.co.uk Plymouth Broadway Organ & Keyboard Club Aug 21 The Club holds concerts by top professional organ/ keyboard musicians who play a wide variety of music from the Shows, Films etc. This month features Michael Wooldridge who has played for many West End Musicals. All welcome at the Broadway Community Centre, Plymstock. 7.15pm. Admission £5. Includes tea/ coffee. Free parking. 01752 706712.

Inflatable Theme Park Aug 24 Plymouth’s inflatable theme park in Central Park from three sessions from 10am to 5pm boasting some of the South West’s best bouncy castles and slides. Only £6 per child for unlimited access to 10 large inflatables, a visit from Micky and Minnie Mouse and a free face paint. Also an under 5s inflatable area. Adults enter free.

All Things Sparkling Aug 24 An exclusive afternoon of fizz and sparkles in aid of the Primrose Foundation at the Honky Tonk Wine Library, North East Quay, Sutton Harbour in association with Drakes Jewellers. 1pm to 5pm. Tickets www. helmtickets.com/events/4431/all-things-sparkling Summer Fete Aug 25 Mount Edgcumbe Country Park. Turn back the clock and enjoy English tradition at its best. A familyfriendly day out organised by Miss Ivy Events providing a whole host of fun, crafts and entertainment for young and not so young alike.Entry to the fete costs just £3, under 16’s free. Parking charges apply in all car parks at this venue.

Pop Up Charity Shop Aug 31 At Sherwell United Church, North Hill from 9am to 2pm.

Raising funds for The Rainbow Project which sends aid to Romania. Clothes, shoes, bags and scarves priced from as little as £1 for sale. There will also be some branded clothes and a big amount of larger size ladies clothes. Coffee, tea and cakes as well.

Coffee Morning Aug 31 Emmanuel Church, Mannamead from 10.30am to 12 noon in aid of Home for Good, a charity dedicated to finding every child a home. Yummy cakes and preserves in abundance. The church is close to main bus routes on Mannamead Road.

Family Funday Sept 1 Frogmore Field, Frogmore Avenue, Eggbuckland, Pl6 5RT from 11am to 6pm. Last weekend of summer holidays so why not bring your family and friends for a great day out. There will be stalls, bouncy castles, Sabre tactical air soft range, creative arts, face painting and glitter tattoos, giant football dartboard, ice cream van, burger van, refreshments, games etc. Please email frogfestevents@gmail.com to book a pitch.

Devonport Park Funday Sept 1 Organised by the Friends of Devonport Park from 12 noon to 5pm. Featuring live music in the Bandstand, games, inflatables, over 40 craft stalls and other attractions, surprise characters, face painting and much more. Free fun for all the family.

Plymouth Flower Club Sept 6 At Trinity Church Hall, Torr Lane, Hartley at 1.45pm.

Fiona Hammond, who is an area demonstrator, will be giving a demonstration entitled Mix and Match.

Guests are welcome at a charge of £7 per person.

Details can be obtained from Sue on 01752 265242.

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Summer of Fun Until Sep 7 The Plymouth Summer of Fun in the city centre, brought to you by Plymouth City Centre Company, promises to be a summer full of entertainment for all the family. Held at various locations throughout Plymouth City Centre. There will be entertainment for all ages when Plymouth Summer of Fun kicks off on July 6 with Plymouth Summer Circus, a free day of circus entertainment and workshops on the Piazza.

Events and activities will take place every weekend during the school holidays with the aim of bringing more visitors to the high street. Plymouth Summer of Fun promises a variety of entertainment across the holiday period, from circus workshops to dance, story time, arts and crafts and sport, all rounded off with the grand finale of the West End Carnival and 60th Anniversary of Plymouth Market on August 31.

Elmer’s Big Parade Until Sept 15 For 10 weeks in the summer of 2019, a parade of 40 fabulously colourful and unique elephants will take you on a trail around the beautiful city of Plymouth and surrounding areas. From the hustle and bustle of the city streets to the peace and grandeur of the Hoe, and from the green spaces of Plymouth to the spectacular coastline; Elmer’s Big Parade will navigate you around Britain’s Ocean City and across the river to Mount Edgcumbe. St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth has worked in partnership with Wild in Art and Andersen Press to bring this mass participation, family friendly, art trail to life; featuring the much beloved children’s character of Elmer, by Devon born artist and author David McKee. At the end of the summer each of the beautifully designed Elmers will be auctioned to raise funds for St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth. For more information visit www. elmerplymouth.co.uk Ocean City Motorcycle Festival Aug 17-18 Ocean City Motorcycle Festival are pleased to announce a new motorcycle weekend event incorporating a motorcycle show Ocean City Bike Show on Saturday August 17 and The MegaRide as normal on Sunday August 18. Held at the Plymouth Hoe Promenade.

Drawn to the Valley Open Studios Aug 24 - Sep 1 Free entry, various venues see brochure: www. drawntothevalley.co.uk. Look for yellow signs!

For details of studios and locations visit www. drawntothevalley.co.uk

Plympton Fuchsia and Geranium Group Sept 10 Meetings take place in the Main Hall at Harewood House in Plympton. They start at 7.30 pm and generally last for a couple of hours. Guests are always made most welcome and there is also a raffle. We also have a refreshment break half way through the meeting.

This month, in addition to our practical session on taking fuchsia cuttings, cutting back older plants in preparation for winter and generally getting ready for the 2020 season, Sheila Hancock will be joining us to talk about the history of Stowford Paper Mill.

This certainly promises to be both an interesting and informative evening.

Table Top Craft Sale Sept 14 Kings Tamerton Community Centre 12pm until 4pm.

Refreshments available. £5 per table. To book ring 07955 962213.

Coffee Morning Sept 14 Trinity Hall, Torr Lane, Plymouth 10.30am to 12.30pm in aid of Plymouth Sutton and Devonport Conservative Association. Stalls, raffle etc. Entrance £4 to include coffee and biscuits.

Plymouth Seafood Festival returns on September 14 and 15

West End Carnival and Plymouth Market 60th Anniversary Aug 31 This summer the sights, sounds and smells of Carnival will be brought to the West End. Plymouth City Centre Company and Plymouth Market will host a day full of free family fun around the West End of the city centre.

Plymouth Seafood Festival Sept 14 and 15 Seafood lovers are in for a treat this September, as Plymouth Seafood Festival returns for its 8th year to the Barbican and Sutton Harbour. This free festival is a vibrant celebration of the incredible sustainably caught fresh fish and seafood on offer in Britain’s Ocean City and with plenty of fun and entertainment throughout the two days, there’s something for everyone. Visitors will be able to watch as some of the region’s top chefs create spectacular dishes in the cookery theatre.

They’ll be taking to the stage from 10am each day of the festival, cooking up delicious seafood dishes. There are also opportunities to watch demonstrations, from cracking crab to the traditional craftsmanship of Lobster ‘Withy’ pot making, using willow. Stalls will line Quay Square and The Parade, selling delicious fresh dishes to enjoy on the day, as well as some special treats to take away – you’ll find everything from street food and shellfish to cheeses, local gins and refreshing Plymouth Broadway Organ & Keyboard Club Sept 18 Mark Thompson will be playing a wide variety of well-known music at Broadway Community Centre, Plymstock. 7.15pm. Admission £5 including tea/coffee.

Free parking. All welcome. Details 01752 706712.

Autumn Fayre Sept 28 St Budeaux Parish Church Community Hall, The Green, Crownhill Road from 12 noon to 3pm. Several tables selling goods, including toys, cards, gifts, handbags, jams, jewellery, beads, bric a brac, etc. Refreshments available. Limited number of tables to hire at £5: to book phone 01752 362161.

Coffee Morning Sept 28 Plymstock Community Centre Lounge from 10am to 1pm in aid of the Mustard Tree Plymouth Community Trust who help patients and their relatives to deal with all aspects of coping with cancer.

Bubblicious – A New Flavour of Raver!

Sept 28 The Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport Park Bubblicious returns for the best family friendly dance party in town! With crazy costumes, bubbles, UV,

ciders. CATERed will also be hosting their hugely popular Kids Kitchen, so children can get hands-on with making some tasty dishes, all for free.

Find out more at visitplymouth.co.uk.

Plymouth Art Weekender Sept 27 to 29 Venues of all shapes and sizes across Britain’s Ocean City will play host to exhibitions, events and community based activities for the 2019 Plymouth Art Weekender. Founded in 2015 by Visual Arts Plymouth CIC (VAP), after the British Art Show 7 in 2011 saw a growing appetite for ambitious artistic activity in the city.

This year’s Community Engagement Commission sees the Weekender partner with Nudge Community Builders, a community benefit society that owns, creates and runs activity in disused, underused or unusual urban spaces to lead to lasting positive change and community-led regeneration.

As part of a unique city set up, new contemporary art production agency, Flock South West is coordinating and managing the Weekender in 2019 and 2020. This year’s Art Weekender takes place between September 27 and 29 with opening celebrations taking place at Plymouth’s largest independent, artist-led contemporary art venue KARST on the Friday evening.

For more details visit www.plymouthartweekender. com. The Weekender will have a market stall in the Pannier Market on the Friday and Saturday, which will serve as a focal point and central information hub across the weekend. games, face painting, arts area and licenced bar.

Baby Rave 1pm to 3pm; Family Rave 4pm to 6pm Tickets and more information at www.soapboxtheatre. org.uk Saints and Sinners Oct 12 A musical revue at Devonport Playhouse, Fore Street, Devonport presented by Sounds Musical Theatre Company. Performances at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Music, dance and drama chosen from popular films, stage musicals and plays depicting characters portrayed as ‘goodies and baddies.’ Tickets: £11 adults, £10 concessions, and £8 under 18s. Tickets can be booked online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/sounds or by phone 01752 343472.

Tour de Moor Oct 13 Hundreds of riders of all ages will tackle the popular St Luke’s Hospice Tour De Moor. It’s the region’s boldest charity cycle challenge - an adrenalin fuelled event over a hill-filled 52 km mixed terrain course. It’s mud. It’s sweat. It’s gears. Or take it down a gear and keep your foot to the pedal with a family friendly shorter tour of the moor. Donations and sponsorship help pay for St Luke’s invaluable work.

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JOB SHOP Advertise your vacancy FREE in Job Shop

All local businesses, voluntary groups, and individuals organisations and groups are invited to post their job vacancies in our Community Job Shop feature.

This must be for part-time and voluntary jobs only and should contain no more than 50 words, including contact details. All you have to do is send the details via e-mail to info@cornerstonevision.com Deadline for each issue is first Monday of the month prior.

BAR PERSON City centre social club requires part time, mature, experienced and socially minded bar person with previous cellar work experience. Evening and weekend work necessary. Hours can be negotiated. Call Jade on 01752 311512 after 1400hrs or 07875 502376 to apply.

RECEPTIONIST Plymouth Natural Health & Healing Centre are looking for volunteer receptionist, training will be give travelling expenses will be paid, for more information please contact Robert Parkins on 01752210279 SCHEME CO-ORDINATOR The Newnham Solar Community Fund is looking for a new Scheme Co-ordinator to support the Directors’ decision making process and enable the fund to benefit the local community. 10 hours per month mainly working from home, salary negotiable depending on skill set. Email admin@newnhamsolarfund.com for more information.

VOLUNTEER GARDENERS Manor Street and Green Ark Children’s Centres in Stonehouse and Devonport are looking for volunteer gardeners. Light gardening duties will include pruning, tidying and planting seasonal fruit, herbs, salads, vegetables and flowers. You will need to have a friendly and approachable manor with a keen interest in gardening.

Please call Sally on 01752 253364 for more information.

PRIVATE DOMESTIC HELP Needed in Stoke on a weekly basis. Hours very flexible. Please contact by phone (01752 318087) or email (lucyluxmoore@gmail.com) if interested.

LOCAL AVON REPRESENTATIVES NEEDED For part time or full time. Be part of an award winning team. For more information txt or call 07780116073 or email joinavontoday@mail.com VOLUNTEERS The Friends of Ford Park Cemetery are looking for volunteers to help out at our fund raising events. For further information please contact the events organiser on 07779 570308.

HOSPITAL RADIO PLYMOUTH VOLUNTEERS Hospital Radio Plymouth, the award winning station, celebrates 50 years of broadcasting this year to hospitals around the Plymouth area. We are looking to expand our live coverage of programmes both during the day and evenings. We are looking for additional volunteers to help our charity. If you have what it takes to get involved, then give Robert Goodall a call on 07733 055519.

West End Carnival brings family fun to city centre this summer The West End Carnival is returning to the city centre on Saturday August 31, as part of a joint celebration for the 60th Anniversary of Plymouth Market.

After the success of last year’s event, this year will be even bigger and better, with a packed programme of live music, street entertainment and family friendly activity.

As well as being a fantastic free day out for the whole family, it’s also an opportunity to explore the great range of independent shops in the West End, which will be running a variety of special offers throughout the day.

Steve Hughes, chief executive of the Plymouth City Centre Company who run the event, said: “We are delighted to team up with Plymouth Market to put on such an exciting free event.

“We have a day-long programme of live entertainment and we want people from far and wide to come and see what a great community we have here in the West End and some of the changes we have made to bring

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.

DISTRIBUTORS Cornerstone Vision, publishers of the Plymouth Chronicle, are looking for distributors, to help deliver leaflets across the city and surrounding area.

Transport an advantage, own phone number essential.

We are particularly looking for people to help cover Efford, Ernesettle, Saltash, Ivybridge and Torpoint, although other areas may be available. Please email john@cornerstonevision.com or call 01752 225623.

Toby from Street Factory at last year’s event

more colour and vibrancy to the streets.”

There will be live music from bands including Joey The Lips and a Beatles tribute act on the main stage, hosted by Radio Plymouth. Visitors can also enjoy a huge range of street entertainment along Cornwall Street and outside Plymouth Market, including juggling unicyclists, fire breathers and performances from Street Factory and Plymouth Morris Dancers.

Two samba carnival parades will take place, and Mi Salsa Cubana will be encouraging everyone to get into the carnival spirit with dance sessions on the streets.

In addition to this, there’s carnival craft activities on offer for children, and cooking demos, classic cars and even a gin bar for the adults to enjoy.

As well as being a celebration of Plymouth’s vibrant West End, the day marks the 60th anniversary of Plymouth Market, which is the lynchpin of the city’s independent shopping quarter. The Grade II listed building was officially opened on September 7 1959 and has been home to a fascinating and eclectic mix of stalls and eateries ever since.

On the day, the market will be hosting cooking demos and tastings by Plymouth foodies’ favourite, Jacques Marchal and there will be a number of special offers on stalls throughout the market. Popular entertainer Billy Wiz Magician and face painters will be on hand to entertain children too.

Plymouth Market has also commissioned a specially designed canvas bag to celebrate

Cooking demos with top chefs

the event which is free to lucky customers, subject to availability.

For more information about the West End Carnival, head to visitplymouth.co.uk.

Classic cars will be on show at the West End Carnival

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Mix of music and history at St Mary’s this September

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Ken and Tony, the well-known and popular local musical duo, are returning once again with another vintage evening of songs from the sixties and seventies. The event will be held at 7 pm on September 14 in the Church Hall in Market Road.

All funds raised will be in aid of the Devon Historic Churches Trust. Tickets are now available from Ken Kingwell on 01752 335702 or Rodger Ruse on 01752 510190 or from the Parish Office at only £5 for each adult, with children free.

Anyone unable to purchase a ticket in advance will be able to pay at the door. A church spokesperson said: “We hope that all our friends in the local community and further afield will be able to come along again for a nostalgic and enjoyable evening.”

The date chosen for the concert has a particular significance - it is when the next Devon Historic Churches Day is taking place. Churches all over Devon will be trying to raise funds for the Trust whose magnificent work has enabled many of the beautiful churches in the county to survive in the current harsh economic climate.

St Mary’s has benefited from the Trust’s generosity on more than one occasion in recent times when urgent repairs to the structure of the church have become necessary. The church spokesperson added: “We have supported the Trust ourselves over the last seven years and, thanks to the kind efforts of Tony and Ken and the wonderful support of our many friends, we have been able to raise a considerable amount each year.”

St Mary’s Church is also supporting Heritage Open Days September 14 and 15. Hundreds of various UK places of interest will be opening their doors on those days to allow members of the public to find out more about the country’s magnificent heritage.

St Mary’s Church will be open from 9 am until 1 pm on Saturday and from 1 pm to 5 pm on Sunday. A team of volunteers will be present in the church throughout these times to provide guidance and assistance to the many visitors who they hope will be coming to admire the magnificent building. (story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

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8 September 2019

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New plastics code of conduct launched A new code of conduct to help businesses, community organisations and individuals cut down on single use plastics has been launched by partners in Plymouth.

The Plan for Plastics Code of Conduct was launched jointly by members of the Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City Plastics Taskforce and Devon and Plymouth Chamber of Commerce at the Chamber’s City Conversations event.

It follows the news last month that Plymouth is the largest UK city to be awarded Plastic Free City status by Surfers Against Sewage.

The Code gives lots of handy hints and tips such as encouraging the use of reusable cups, making sure events are

Pictured at the launch Stuart Elford, Jackie Young and Cllr Sue Dann

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However, for most of us, buying a house is the biggest financial investment we will ever make and, as such, we need to also consider the practicalities of our dream home. Your conveyancer’s job is to ensure that all appropriate searches, investigations and enquiries are carried out to assist you to make an informed decision. After all, you will want to ensure that your investment is a valuable one and that your new home will stand the test of time.

As part of the conveyancing process, you will need to be reassured that any potential risk is taken into consideration – for example, risk of subsidence.

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eco-friendly by using recyclable materials including cups, plates and cutlery, and thinking about packaging when ordering supplies.

Councillor Sue Dann, Cabinet Member for Environment and Street Scene for Plymouth City Council, said: “We’re really pleased to launch the new Code of Conduct jointly with Devon and Plymouth Chamber of Commerce.

“As a city we’re committed to doing all we can to reduce single use plastics and tackling plastic pollution and to do this we need everyone’s support.

So the Code is really about making it as easy as possible for businesses, community organisations and individuals to take part. We can all do our bit for people, Plymouth and the planet.”

Stuart Elford, Devon and Plymouth Chamber’s Chief Executive, said: “Devon and Plymouth Chamber is delighted to support The Plan for Plastics Code of Conduct and launch the initiative to business leaders at our City Conversations event. Protecting our natural resources is important for everyone and businesses need to play their part. This code will help organisations to do their bit with handy hints and tips. The Chamber will encourage all our members to sign up to the code, which is even more important as Britain’s Ocean City approaches the Mayflower 400 year and bids to be the first National Marine Park.”

Jackie Young from Environment Plymouth said: “Taking action on single-use plastics is so easy. Everyone can do it so there’s no excuse. Our Plastic Free Business Pioneers have eliminated everything from coffee cups and straws to packaging. They’ve listened to us and to their clients who are increasingly asking about plastic-free options. It’s great for meeting environmental and CSR targets and, after the initial adjustments, can even prove cost effective. What’s not to like?”

Since the Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City Plan for Plastics was launched in June 2018: • 264 schools, community groups, families and individuals have signed up to be Plastic Free Community Ambassadors and 102 local businesses have signed up to be Plastic Free Pioneers as part of the work led by Environment Plymouth.

• 100 campaigners have taken part in awareness raising ‘plastic surgery’ workshops • 800 volunteers took part in 160 litter picks with local community group Clean Our Patch, and collected 4,000 bags of litter.

• 748 volunteers have taken part in beach cleans with Plymouth Beach Clean Volunteers and collected 261 bags of rubbish and 5,000 ‘nurdles’ (small plastic pellets used in a number of products) • CATERed who provide school meals for 67 of Plymouth’s secondary schools have removed 8,000 plastic straws, removed disposable plastic packaging and moved over to biodegradable • A Sea Bin has been installed by Plymouth City Council at Queen Anne’s Battery as part of a pilot project to monitor plastic pollution with the University of Plymouth

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Find out more about the Code of Conduct and the city’s Plan for Plastics at www.plymouth.gov.uk/plastics or by emailing info@environmentplymouth.org.

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Plymstock student Sasha aims to become a qualified paramedic by the time she’s 21

Sasha Clarke, age 19, from Plymstock, is now a student paramedic after achieving triple distinction star grades on the BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care at City College Plymouth – equivalent to three A Stars at A Level.

While traditionally many still attribute careers in the healthcare sector with A Level pathways, Sasha says that choosing a vocational course at college has helped her achieve more than she ever thought possible.

She achieved a sought-after place on the degree in Paramedic Science at the University of Plymouth, and is on track to become a fully qualified paramedic by the age of 21.

Sasha saids: “I went to Plymstock School and I did alright in my GCSEs – I passed what I needed to pass, but I wasn’t one of the brainiest ones.

“A lot of my friends stayed on at sixth form to do A Levels, but I knew I wanted to go into a career caring for other people, and I really liked the outline of the health and social care course at City College.

“I’m not keen on exams and do better with coursework, so the BTEC suited me best.

I really enjoyed my time on the course – it made me a more independent person, which is what I needed for the job I’m doing now.

“The class sizes were small and we had to do 100 hours of placements in a health care, child care or social care setting each year.

“That put me in a great position to get a place on the degree in Paramedic Science at the university – because they require you to have work experience before they will accept you on the course. If I had chosen A Levels, I wouldn’t have had that option.”

She added: “Growing up, some of my friends thought that college was the option for people who weren’t clever enough to do A Levels. That couldn’t be further from the truth.

“I’ve got the maximum possible UCAS points, a place on a university course that is difficult to get on to, lots of work experience and a fast track to doing the job I really want to do. I’ll be a fully qualified paramedic by the time I’m 21.”

Sasha added: “There’s no way I would be where I am now if I hadn’t chosen to do the BTEC course at City College – it was absolutely the right choice for me, and I think it’s a great choice for anyone who wants to get work experience on their course and the qualifications to get into university.”

Anyone interested in starting a career in the healthcare industry should explore the range of courses and apprenticeships that City College Plymouth has on offer by calling 01752 305300 or visiting cityplym.ac.uk.

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10 September 2019

@PlymChronicle Photographer Stephen Porter of Hound Dog Images presents a cheque to Debbie Haynes of Woodside

Big boost for grassroots music in city

Grassroots music venues across Plymouth have joined forces to create a fortnight long festival of music called Fightback Plymouth.

There will be more than 100 shows at over 20 venues between September 13 and 28.

Fightback Plymouth has been coordinated by the Music Venue Trust in a joint initiative with Plymouth City Council to promote the city’s independent music scene.

Venues taking part include Plymouth Pavilions, B-Bar, Barbican Theatre, Annabel’s Cabaret and Discotheque, The Treasury, The Underground, Fortescue Arms, The Junction and UPSU Bar and Main Hall.

Fightback Plymouth is a new campaign that will encourage audiences to visit their local grassroots music venues and promote the Plymouth’s emerging and existing musical talent.

There will be live music every day throughout the festival at a whole range of venues right across Plymouth. Many venue bars will be further participating in the Music Venue Trust’s fund-raising campaign by stocking Fightback Lager, a craft beer developed from within the grassroots music community. A donation from every pint and can sold gives financial support to the charity.

Fightback’s Gary Prosser said: “These venues are the backbone of the live music scene in Plymouth, providing spaces where artists can take their first steps, develop and grow.

Fightback Plymouth provides an opportunity to showcase the fantastic range of artists and venues that Plymouth enjoys, celebrate the history of our music scene and support its future.”

MVT chief executive Mark Davyd said: “We are delighted to be working with Plymouth City Council on this public facing event which also provides the opportunity to research and survey the city’s music venues and music scene.

“We will be working with local promoters, musicians and venue managers to understand the potential in Plymouth’s grassroots music venues and unlock the opportunity to build a world class music scene.”

Councillor Tudor Evans, Leader of Plymouth City Council said: “It’s fantastic to be working with the Music Venue Trust on Fightback Plymouth, which is going to give vital support to the local grassroots venues and musicians at the heart of our live music scene.

“Most importantly, this is our chance to prove how passionate Plymouth is about live music.

I want to encourage everyone to show their support by getting out and enjoying the events on offer, visiting the brilliant range of venues and watching our talented local bands and musicians.”

Fightback Plymouth is keen to interact with local Plymouth businesses to create a truly unique festival that unifies the Plymouth grassroots community. Contact gary@ musicvenuetrust.com if you are interested in getting involved with the event.

For details of the events and venues visit www.mvtfightback.com/plymouth

Dogs striking a pose for Plymouth charity A local canine photographer’s ‘Dogathon’ challenge has been raising much needed funds for Plymouth based Animal Sanctuary Woodside.

Having taken a tour around Woodside’s older resident dog and cat units, Stephen Porter at Hound Dog Images decided back in February to set himself the challenge of photographing 101 different breeds and cross breeds of dog in 2019.

Offering his ‘paw-trait’ sessions for the price of just a £20 donation to the charity, Hound Dog Images’ goal is to raise as much money as possible for Woodside through the Dogathon Sessions during 2019.

With a session and 7” x 5” desk frame (worth £175) on offer for the reduced donation price, Hound Dog Images promises to capture the ‘natural character’ of each four legged friend that signs up to the campaign.

Held at a location near Yelverton, the results of

Stephen’s photoshoots are simply stunning, and his portfolio (including images of the dogs who have already taken part in the Dogathon) can be found on his website or Facebook page.

Already well under way, Stephen has so far photographed a large variety of dogs through his Dogathon, and has raised a fantastic £480 in the process.

With 100% of the donations made going to the sanctuary, the cheque was presented to the charity and manager Debbie Haynes back in May, with Hound Dog Images hoping to raise even more in the coming months.

To learn more about Hound Dog Images’ fundraiser and to book ‘paw-trait’ visit www.hounddogimages.smugmug.com.

Dawn of a new era for Co-op in Plympton A new chapter in the life of Plympton’s Ridgeway Co-op store was heralded on July 25 with a formal relaunch ceremony after an eight week refurbishment.

The store was first opened just over 40 years ago by the then Plymouth and South Devon Cooperative Society as its flag-ship out of town supermarket under the brand of Plymco 1.

It was at that time Plympton’s main supermarket and was used by many for their main weekly grocery shop. Competition from the likes of Sainsbury’s, Iceland and Lidl was not to come until some decades later but when it did it changed the way public shopped and the Co-op had to re-position itself to be more of a convenience and top up shopping location as well as introducing other offerings such as clothes concessions, a Post Office and a coffee shop to attract footfall.

Following a merger of the Plymouth & South West Co-op (by which it had then become known) with The Co-operative Group in 2009, the store went on to be rebranded ‘The Co-operative’. In 2016 The Co-operative Group decided to ditch ‘The Co-operative’ branding and to go back to a refreshed version of its

Andrew Barnes get ready to cut the ribbon to mark a new chapter at the Ridgeway Co-op store, flanked by his colleagues, including store manager Alan MacLean (far right holding ribbon)

traditional ‘cloverleaf’ Co-op logo which had been found to be more popular with its customer base.

The renewed cloverleaf branding has gradually been re-phased back in to the Co-op’s various businesses since 2016 and so it is that the refreshed cloverleaf logo is among the many changes to be seen in the refurbished Ridgeway store.

So what else is new in the Ridgeway store - it has a brighter and more spacious look inside. Burton’s has a clothing concession in the store to compliment the offering of Dorothy Perkins and a third clothing

retailer will move into the store soon to occupy the space in front of the Post Office.

The customer services desk has moved to a more central position in the check out area, the space it has vacated will be used as a showcase display to promote the Co-op.

The coffee shop is not currently operating. That is having its own refurbishment and will re-open on 30 August under separate management

by Churchill Catering who have successfully operated coffee shops for the Co-op at other stores throughout the country and at the

Co-op’s head office.

It is not universally recalled who formally opened the store when it first started trading just over four decades ago. Some say it was Terry Scott and June Whitfield, others think it was the former boxer Henry Cooper.

For its modern day relaunch and ribbon cutting the honour fell to the store’s longest serving employee, Andrew Barnes, who joined there 10 months after it opened and he has worked there ever since, (story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

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City College Plymouth was rated 1st in the South West and 6th nationally for achievement (16-18 year olds) in the Government’s national achievement rate tables for 2017/18. The College was also rated 1st in the South West for Apprenticeship achievement and Level 3 A Level equivalent qualifications.

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Apprenticeships explained!

Most of us have heard about apprenticeships, but all too often, they are overlooked for a more traditional educational route.

Apprenticeships can provide a golden opportunity: paid jobs with time set aside for study to achieve a nationally recognised qualification. We work in partnership with top local employers across a range of sectors including, Business, Automotive, Construction, Teaching, Hairdressing, Child Care, Engineering and Health & Social Care. Our learners work with the employer throughout the week, earning a salary, with 20% of their time spent with us in our state-of-the-art facilities led by industry experts to consolidate their learning.

While children now need to stay in education until 18, they do not need to stay in school, and apprenticeships offer an alternative route to meet this requirement, with the added incentive of earning while learning!

Most 16 year olds dream of the day they can take their driving test and afford to buy their first car, by becoming an apprentice the dream becomes an achievable reality!

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know you can start an apprenticeship at any time throughout the year?

There is something more rewarding about becoming an apprentice, not only can you gain the same level qualifications as your peers, you will become more employable and progress quicker through your chosen career.

Apprentices often enjoy great success after their apprenticeship, with many employers offering them a permanent role on completion and the opportunity to progress further.

Recent Skills Group successes include our hair apprentices, Abigail Foster, Olivia Bolt, and Chloe Webber who were the first in the Plymouth area to pass the new Hairdressing End Point Assessment with examining body, City and Guilds.

Chloe said: “I’m excited to grow my client base now that I have completed my qualification.”

Rose-Marie Marsh achieved a ‘Distinction’ in her Business Administration apprenticeship, while training at Skills Group and working at Church View Surgery.

She said: “I am delighted to have been offered a position at the surgery and look forward to my future career here. I would like to build on my experience and hopefully move up into more senior positions”.

Leon Horn attained a ‘Distinction’ in all areas of his Customer Service Practitioner assessment

Rose-Marie Marsh, who achieved a ‘Distinction’ in her Business Administration Apprenticeship pictured with Chloe Fenner-Smith, Operations Manager at Church View Surgery

through Skills Group, while working at Plymouth Community Homes. He comments: “I am thrilled by the assessment result and also the offer of a permanent positon. I would like to thank Plymouth Community Homes for this opportunity and Skills Group for its support.”

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So much on offer at Plymouth College of Art Whether you aspire to be a director, set designer, actor, or prop maker, working in theatre, film or television, they’re all made through creatives with different specialisms collaborating.

Plymouth College of Art’s UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts gives 16-19-year-olds the opportunity to learn and explore the varied skills that lead to many career paths in the world of performing arts.

Experienced director, choreographer, performer and lecturer Nicola Rosewarne leads the programme after twenty years of touring nationally and internationally with Kneehigh Theatre, WILDWORKS and Theatre Royal Plymouth.

Nicola teaches across a very broad range of specialisms and is currently most interested in the ‘pursuit of playfulness’ in performance and performer training. She said: “I’m delighted to join the team at Palace Court and can’t wait to meet the brilliant students who will be joining us in September.”

Using live and digital techniques, students will gain hands-on experience in backstage skills such as make-up, costume, props, and set design.

They will also explore and debate the ways that performance can influence people’s opinions and perceptions, thinking particularly about how the

messages in a performance can fit within a wider social context.

This A-Level equivalent course sees students based at Palace Court, the college’s pre-degree campus, studying alongside graphic designers, filmmakers and fashion designers - opening up a world of collaboration.

With the college’s established industry connections including past and ongoing collaborations with Tate, Barbican Theatre, BFI and Theatre Royal Plymouth, students will have access to opportunities across the UK, to sample life as a professional in the performing arts industry.

The college has also recently been awarded International Baccalaureate (IB) World School status, meaning that students have the opportunity to study two IBCP subjects such

as English Literature, Film, History, Business Management, Mathematics or Psychology, alongside their chosen Extended Diploma course, combining both academic excellence and vocational skills.

Recent research has shown that IBCP students ‘enroll and persist in university at higher rates than the national average’ and more than half go on to attend very competitive higher education institutions, demonstrating that the IBCP prepares students to attain some of the most selective university places in the world.

From the lectures and creative classes to the live briefs and placements, the college ensures that all students are fully supported and prepared for the next stage of their creative journey.

Many of their students progress into Higher Education, with their Extended Diploma students guaranteed a place on one of the many BA (Hons) programmes offered at Plymouth College of Art when they achieve a Merit or higher in their final assessment.

From Performing & Production Arts, to Fashion & Textiles and Graphics, Illustration & Game Arts, there’s an Extended Diploma programme to suit all young creatives.

Visit the Plymouth College of Art Open Day on Saturday September 28 to explore them for yourself!

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Recently rated by Ofsted as ‘good’, 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.

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.

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Stannator packs away the plates and gets ready for wing-walk

Stannator of Plympton, Fiona Smith, has recently finished a week at the Harewood House Coffee Bar where she was raising money for her two chosen charities for the year, SSAFA and Moving On Stroke Club Plympton.

During the course of the week customers of the coffee bar pledged £350 towards a target of £1,000 for a sponsored wing-walk.

Fiona will be doing this in Bodmin as the Chronicle goes to press, again to raise money for her two chosen charities. Further sponsorship for the wing-walk can be pledged at www.justgiving. com/crowdfunding/fiona-goes-wingwalking The Stannator will be back for another week at the coffee bar next February.

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Best advice for all parents and babies in the city Children’s centres in Plymouth have been awarded a Certificate of Commitment from Unicef UK, in recognition of the steps they are taking to improve care and increase the city’s breastfeeding rates.

The children’s centres, run by Barnardo’s, Action for Children and Lark, have joined forces and changed the way they support Plymouth’s parents. The changes ensure that no matter which organisation runs the centre, where in the city it is, or who parents speak to they will receive the same level of support.

Centres now offer organised, systematic support for parents about infant feeding. All support and advice is based on best practice and evidence, ensuring there is no confusion about how best to support your baby in those important first days, months and years.

Councillor Jemima Laing, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People said: “Being a new parent is an exciting and precious time, but it can also be confusing and daunting. We want to make sure all parents get the same best-quality advice in Plymouth and this certification is an important confirmation that we are doing the right things in the city.”

Ruth Harrell, Director of Public Health at Plymouth City Council said: “Whatever their choice of feeding method, we want to ensure that all parents and babies are supported to form a strong, loving relationship: this is the best start for every baby. We do encourage breastfeeding as it protects babies against a wide range of serious illnesses in infancy, against cardiovascular disease, asthma and diabetes later in life and reduces the mother’s risk of some cancers. For those that can breastfeed it’s also easier, cheaper and less hassle than bottle feeding.”

The Baby Friendly Initiative, set up by Unicef and the World Health Organisation, is a global programme which provides a practical and effective way for health services to improve the care provided for all mothers and babies. In the UK, the initiative works with health professionals to ensure that mothers and babies receive highquality support to enable successful breastfeeding.

The Certificate of Commitment recognises that a facility is dedicated to implementing recognised best practice standards.

Sue Ashmore, Baby Friendly Initiative Programme Director, said: “We are delighted that Plymouth Children’s Centres have received this award. Surveys show us that most mothers want to breastfeed but don’t always get the support they need. Parents attending Plymouth Children’s Centres have the satisfaction of knowing that their staff are aiming to provide the highest standard of care.”

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Councillor’s Corner with Rebecca Smith

Hope the summer holidays are passing without too much drama for you and your family. I was grateful for some sunshine, a few days away camping and preparing for a trip in September before plowing into the autumn term!

It’s been a month of getting overhanging trees and vegetation cut around Turnchapel and Mount Batten, speeding queries in Hooe, highlighting the brilliant activities taking place across Plymstock throughout the holidays, as well as dealing with the larger and ongoing issues that cross my desk.

Did you get to visit the Fastnet Village at Mount Batten to welcome the Rolex Fastnet sailing racers at the end of their race from Cowes on the Isle of Wight?

I had the privilege of attending their prize giving evening as the week drew to a close. Having done nothing more than venture out on a dinghy, I’m in awe of these world class sailors! It’s a brilliant event and a great way to show off Plymstock too.

My colleagues and I were aware of the issue of rubbish across many of the ward’s green spaces - we received several reports of overflowing bins etc.

Just to let you know, this is something we take really seriously and have been in touch with the council to ensure they are collecting from the parks and waterfront locations across Plymstock on a more regular basis when the weather is good.

As ever, check out my Facebook page @CllrRebeccaSmith or drop me an email rebecca.smith@plymouth.gov. uk with any local issues you’d like help with.

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Plymouth nursing home residents treated to undersea experience with virtual reality Residents of a Plympton nursing home were given the chance to dive head first into the underwater world without leaving the comfort of their living room, thanks to a visit from Ocean conservation charity, the Ocean Conservation Trust.

Residents living at the Merafield View Nursing Home in Plympton were surprised by the charity with the opportunity to experience life beneath the waves first-hand, thanks to a set of ten Virtual Reality headsets loaded with 360-degree videos.

The footage was taken in the tanks of the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth – which is run by the Trust – and featured some of the attractions best loved Ocean animals including Friday, the cheeky Green Turtle.

Allowing residents to find out for themselves what it’s really like to go Scuba Diving in the Ocean, it was a long-held dream realised for many – and an experience they were able to share with some of the home’s staff’s children, who were also visiting for the day.

As well as the innovative VR experience, the Ocean Conservation Trust took along some interesting Ocean artefacts for residents to look at, including a turtle shell, a Mako Shark jaw, and a Megalodon tooth, and chatted with the group about some of the amazing animals that can be found in our Ocean.

Freyja Thomson, public and community engagement coordinator, said: “We were delighted to be able to bring a little excitement into the residents’ day by showing them the wonders of our amazing Ocean.

Many of them have never had the chance to Scuba Dive, and for some it was a burning ambition they had yet to fulfil – so we’re thrilled to have been able to facilitate that experience and bring their dreams to life.

“For others, it was something they had never thought of doing, but the smiles on their faces when they had those headsets on said it all and everyone had a wonderful afternoon.”

Gemma McFadyen, activities manager, who worked with the charity to arrange their visit to Merafield View, said: “We try hard to offer opportunities to our residents that enable them and their families to participate in meaningful activity that promotes their health and mental wellbeing. We try to be creative and provide different levels of stimulation.

“By inviting the Ocean Conservation Trust into Merafield, we were able to bring the Ocean to our residents and sharing this experience with some of the staff’s children made it even more fun.”

The Ocean Conservation Trust has over 21

years of history behind it and spends much of its time working with the public and local communities to offer them opportunities to interact with the Ocean – from visiting schools across Devon to deliver curriculumlinked learning sessions to arranging boat trips, rockpool rambles and beach cleans.

This is the first time the charity has visited a nursing home in Plymouth – but it is now keen to establish regular sessions at Merafield, as well as extending the offering to other homes in the city.

Helen Gowans, public and community engagement manager, said: “At the Ocean Conservation Trust, we’re all about giving people opportunities to experience the Ocean, and for some that is not always in the literal sense as it’s not always possible.

“Even so, we believe that the Ocean is for everyone and we are always looking for innovative new ways to bring the Ocean into people’s lives, whatever their age and wherever they are.

That could mean someone who lives in Birmingham and is nowhere near the sea, or it could mean someone in a nursing home, as it did in this case.”

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College leads to drama school and acting career for Daniel

Daniel Chambers from Ivybridge always knew he wanted to be an actor and using his training at City College Plymouth he progressed to East 15 Acting School and a career in theatre and television.

Having studied GCSE Drama at Ivybridge Community College, Daniel enrolled on a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts at City College and specialised in acting.

As he sought a practice-focused course, Daniel said: “Learning the craft of the profession was incredibly important to me. I was aware Nicola Rosewarne was teaching at the college and her approach to acting reflected the direction I wanted to take.

“I felt that under Nicola’s influence I would receive the training best suited to my needs and be best prepared for moving forward.

“The course was incredibly broad and the opportunities to explore different genres prepared me well for drama school. The teaching staff at the college are industry professionals and understand how to succeed in the sector; I was confident that the training at the college would be current and modern.”

Following his studies at City College, Daniel secured a place at drama school and went on to tour the UK, performing in pantomimes and Agatha Christie plays, as well as appearing on television.

He said: “Theatre has always been my preferred

direction, particularly touring theatre. Naturally I have also fallen into television and it is definitely an avenue I want to continue exploring.”

Daniel’s first job since graduating from drama school was at Sterts Theatre in Cornwall with Nicola Rosewarne in a play called ‘Third Light’,

demonstrating how important and useful it is for students to forge connections with professionals during their studies and how these connections can help boost a career.

Daniel said: “I continue to keep in contact with Nicola; with lecturers like her you get a friend and a teacher.”

For anyone considering a BTEC in Performing Arts at City College, Daniel said: “Go for it! The encouragement and guidance is like no other. The support I received was extensive, especially when I was pulling together monologues and preparing for drama school auditions.

“If you want one-to-one support with the best intentions, I wouldn’t suggest anywhere else. The College is all about creating connections with professionals and exposing students to fantastic opportunities for the future.”

If you are interested in starting your career in the performing arts or wider creative industries, explore the range of courses and apprenticeships that City College Plymouth has on offer by attending our Open Day on August 23, by calling 01752 305300 or by visiting cityplym.ac.uk.

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Hele’s students celebrate their A Level successes It was smiles all around at Hele’s School on August 15 as more than 100 Year 13 students collected their much-anticipated exam results.

Smiles all round (from left) Jack Ripley, Jack Trebilcock and Isobel Thomas

Principal, Justine Mason, said: “I am delighted that the hard work and dedication of students, along with the fantastic support from teachers, support staff and parents, has well and truly paid off.

“We have seen some exceptional performances from our young people and I am thrilled that so many have secured places at top universities and higher-level apprenticeships. With the majority of our students studying for academic qualifications, it has been particularly pleasing to see significant success in the facilitating subjects, especially strong outcomes in Maths, English, History and Modern Languages.’

Head of Post-16, Kairn Stone, was keen to share some of the individual success stories: Molly Disney and her very proud Mum

“Our students have done incredibly well in exceeding the targets set for this cohort and I am overjoyed that the top 15 highest performing students secured 11 A* and 24 A grades between them!”

Isobel Thomas achieved two A* and two As and will be studying Medicine at Plymouth University. Dan Wickens is off to study Pharmacy at Nottingham, having secured one A* and two As and Molly Disney’s two A* and A and B grades ensure she can read Law at Exeter University.

Max Childs, who studied three A levels in one year, achieved an amazing A and two Bs and is looking forward to studying Maths at Plymouth University, while Daniel Michaels, having achieved two A* and a B, continues on to the University of Sheffield to pursue his passion for History.

The school community is “Happy as Harry” for the inspiring Harry Parker who gained two Merits and a C grade in AS Maths alongside his superb charity work for Children in Need and his completion of the Rickshaw Challenge.

Kairn Stone, speaking on behalf of all associated with the school, added: “We are incredibly proud of all our students. Not only have they achieved highly but they have also made a lasting contribution to the school community.

“They have grown as leaders and, through their work on recycling and sustainability, have made significant improvements for the student community and left a positive legacy for those following in their footsteps. We wish them all the very best of luck for the next stage of their life.”

Get set to master the moors and make a difference for work of St Luke’s Hospice Cyclists of all ages are getting set for one of Devon’s boldest and most popular charity challenges this autumn, the Tour de Moor in aid of wellloved charity St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth.

The annual event – now in its tenth year – takes place on Sunday October 13, raising funds to help St Luke’s continue its specialist end of life care for terminally ill people, helping them to live well to the end.

Sponsored by Print Copy Scan, a local supplier of printers and copiers, the challenge in the rugged wilds of Dartmoor offers cyclists the opportunity of an adrenalin-packed adventure: the hill-filled 52km mixed terrain route of mud, sweat and gears.

Cycling at its fiercest for those aged 12 and above!

Alternatively, participants aged nine and above can take it down a gear and saddle up for 23km of tough riding over hills and through woods, and there’s also

the ‘mini moor’, a gentle 11km ride along the tarmac paths of Drake’s Trail that’s suitable for all the family.

As well as Tour de Moor providing for every level of cycling ability, the money it raises means the highly skilled St Luke’s team can give not just expert medical care but also emotional, practical and spiritual support to families at the most vulnerable of times, whether their loved one is being cared for at home, in hospital or at its specialist unit at Turnchapel.

Head of fundraising at St Luke’s, Penny Hannah, said: “Tour de Moor is always a terrific day.

It’s fitness and muddy fun, and with three routes to choose from, it’s ideal for both families as well as more experienced cyclists who really want to push themselves.

“Taking on the challenge is a great opportunity to get on your bike and help us provide vital care and support to patients and their families across the local

area, making every hill climb worth that extra effort!”

Director of Print Copy Scan, Karl Welburn, said, “The calibre of the care St Luke’s provides is second to none, but we mustn’t take it for granted because none of us know when we might need it.

“As the only specialist end of life care provider in this area, the charity needs continued support and that’s why we’re proud to sponsor Tour de Moor

again this year.

“All the money raised by people participating goes directly to patient care.”

The Tour de Moor challenge departs from 8.30am at Harrowbeer Airfield, near Yelverton, and finishes there.

Sign up for the challenge at www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk/ tourdemoor or by calling 01752 492626. Registration costs £30 for the 52km or 23km route, and £15 for the 11km route.

Plymouth set to become one of the UK’s first cities of learning

An exciting project to turn Plymouth into a digital learning campus gets underway later this year.

The City Council has worked with the Real Ideas Organisation (RIO) on a successful bid to the Royal Society for Encouragement of Arts, Manufacturers and Commerce (RSA) to become one of the first UK ‘Cities of Learning’.

Cities of Learning is based on an idea from the United States that aims to widen students’ learning opportunities through a digital system.

The project will bring together local businesses, organisations, networks and communities across Plymouth to develop learning opportunities for use on a digital platform under the following themes: • Creative, cultural, and digital • Health, youth, volunteering, housing • Social enterprise, community businesses Learners will be able to keep a record of their activities in a digital portfolio of achievement.

Data from the platform will also help to provide valuable insight into learning activity and employment trends across the city, enabling targeted planning and streamlining of services.

One of the key aims from Cities of Learning is to present combined learning offers, particularly to those young people who are disengaged from formal education, to recognise knowledge, skills, attitudes and values.

The RSA is leading the Cities of Learning project with £250,000 of funding from the City and Guilds Group with Plymouth receiving a grant of £70,000 which will be administered by RIO as the project’s lead anchor organisation.

City College Plymouth and Plymouth College of Art have also been key partners in the development of the project, which received investment because of the track record of partnership working in the city and Plymouth’s’ commitment to inclusive growth as demonstrated by iMayflower, Fab City, and Illuminate.

Councillor Jon Taylor, Cabinet Member for Education, Skills and Transformation said: “This is a really exciting project for Plymouth to be a part of. We’re going to be making the whole city a digital learning campus which will ultimately encourage more people to take part in learning. As a council we are determined to ensure our young people are skilled and ready to step into the world of work and Cities of Learning is a way for students to keep a digital record of that learning.”

Lindsey Hall, Chief Executive at the Real Ideas Organisation said: “Plymouth is a really exciting place to be, leading the way innovating inclusive approaches to grow our economy.

Cities of Learning is key part of this jigsaw, creating a digital record of learning that is vital to businesses and communities. We are delighted to be involved, not least because Cities of Learning enables us all to recognise the many talented young – and older – people we work with. As the network spreads, we look forward to working with organisations across the city and beyond. It’s great – get involved!”

There are several organisations already signed up to the project, including Youth Services and The Box. It’s anticipated that the project will get underway in September this year with the first badges going out to learners in October.

Councillor Taylor added: “Being recognised as a City of Learning provides an opportunity for Plymouth to lead the way in innovative approaches to education. It provides a way to celebrate the city as a destination for learning, employability and cultural development as well as raising aspirations and promoting the achievements of our young people.”

£75 million commitment to city by top law firm

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Stannator’s charity receives £2020

Plymouth City Council has secured transatlantic law firm Womble Bond Dickinson as key tenants for its headquarters at Millbay.

The company has signed a new lease committing to Ballard House – and to the city and region – until at least 2035.

Council leader Tudor Evans said: “What a great day. This is a company that not only works in Plymouth but works for Plymouth and whose staff are a big part of life here.

“Womble Bond Dickinson are great ambassadors for this city with highly-skilled professional staff and their support for the city and in particular, the Mayflower 400 commemorations, is inspiring.

“This is not just about office space, it is about an international company committing its staff and millions of pounds over the next 16 years to this city.”

Craig Moore, partner and head of WBD’s Plymouth office, said: “With an office in Plymouth since 1881, we know that the city and the South West region are a great place to do business.

“There is an enormous amount happening here and we are delighted to confirm the extension of our lease of Ballard House for the next 16 years and a refurbishment investment of over £1 million.

“It has been a pleasure working with Plymouth City Council, their significant investment in the city and the pro-active nature in which they have been moving things forward made it a really easy decision for us to remain at Ballard House and make a significant investment here.

“WBD’s Plymouth office continues to grow from strength to strength, providing clients with a unique offering of national and international experience on their doorstep.

Our long term commitment to Plymouth is a reflection of the growth in our clients and the value we bring to them.” “We look forward to growing the business further”.

The council occupies four floors of the seven story office block since moving out of the Civic Centre in 2014.

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

It means the council also retains control of a key strategic site right on the waterfront at Millbay, an area currently undergoing significant regeneration.

Craig Moore, Partner and head of Womble Bond Dickinson Plymouth and Tudor Evans, Leader of Plymouth City Council pictured at Ballard House

Natalie Harrison, Andrea Chandler and HomeStart staff at the cheque presentation

Immediate Past Stannator Natalie Harrison attended the Plumb Tree Centre in Plympton in August where she presented a cheque for £2020 to HomeStart, her chosen charity for her term in office which ended in June.

Mrs Harrison told HomeStart chief executive Andrea Chandler: “I chose HomeStart because

I feel it is a very valuable charity supporting families with children up to the age of 12 across Plymouth and the South Hams.”

Mrs Harrison had herself previously been appreciative of practical help from the charity when she was laid up with a broken foot some years ago while bringing up her own children.

The £2020 was raised though a combination of activities including running the Harewood House Coffee Bar for a week, Christmas door-to-door collections with the Rotary Club of Plympton, a quiz night as well as a donation from local councillor Ian Darcy.

(Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

and early 2000s, showcasing how, in spite of their labelling as ‘self-centered’ and ‘fragile’ they are finding new avenues to continue networking, exhibiting, and asking questions regardless of location or financial situation.

Elsewhere, Liveanimals Theatre Company’s ‘Fish in Blender’ – a comment on the current state of politics – is a thought provoking performance centred on accountability,

empathy, and just how bad society is willing to let things get before taking action. ‘Fish in Blender’ will be popping up in city centre locations across the three days.

Flock South West’s Lucy Stella Rollins said: “We’re delighted to make our first set of Weekender announcements with further news to come shortly.

“We have a plethora of exciting and ambitious artists showcasing their work this year with listings ranging from exhibitions, workshops and other dynamic activity to take place across the city. “ Expect everything from subtle interventions to performative spectacles in this year’s showcase of the city’s creative talent.”

Over the years, the Weekender has been made possible with generous support from sponsors, Plymouth City Council, partner art organisations in the city, project grant funding from Arts Council England; and more recently, Plymouth Culture’s ‘Horizon’, a twoyear visual arts programme from Arts Council England’s ‘Ambition for Excellence’ funding programme for Plymouth in 2017-2018.

This year, individuals and organisations across Plymouth and beyond have rallied together to raise funds for the festival through an ambitious Crowdfunding effort.

An impressive £5,737 has been raised through Crowdfunder as match funding to support Visual Arts Plymouth’s successful Arts Council bid, exemplifying a strong artistic network in the South West.

For more details and information about the various events visit www. plymouthartweekender.com.

The Weekender will have a market stall in the Pannier Market on the Friday and Saturday, which will serve as a focal point and central information hub across the weekend.

Plymouth Art Weekender returns in September Venues of all shapes and sizes across Britain’s Ocean City will play host to exhibitions, events and community based activities for the 2019 Plymouth Art Weekender.

Founded in 2015 by Visual Arts Plymouth CIC (VAP), after the British Art Show 7 in 2011 saw a growing appetite for ambitious artistic activity in the city.

The Plymouth Art Weekender started off as a grassroots experiment to bring together emerging and existing artists in a ‘fringe-like’ fashion.

The collaborative event has grown in magnitude and last year, the Weekender partnered with The Atlantic Project, a pilot for a biennial for Plymouth to bring a set of renowned international artists and a programme of commissions across the city on the same weekend.

This year’s Community Engagement Commission sees the Weekender partner with Nudge Community Builders, a community benefit society that owns, creates and runs activity in disused, underused or unusual urban spaces to lead to lasting positive change and community-led regeneration.

As part of a unique city set up, new contemporary art production agency, Flock South West is coordinating and managing the Weekender in 2019 and 2020.

This year’s Art Weekender takes place between September 27 and 29 with opening celebrations taking place at Plymouth’s largest independent, artist-led contemporary art venue KARST on the Friday evening.

Other happenings over the course of the weekend include group show ‘Notopia’, from emerging artists, d0gMilk, examining the experiences of being a Millennial/Gen Z in contemporary society.

This exhibition will present a survey of work from artists born between the 1990s

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Plympton Academy students save crisp packs for charity Students at Plympton Academy have been saving their old crisp packets to help the environment and to support the Special Olympics.

The school collected more than 100 crisp packets in just one week and have donated them to Maureen and Alan Stockwell from the Special Olympics Plymouth and District branch.

The charity will use the money raised from the recycling of the crisp packets to help towards the cost of the Special Olympics Mayflower 400 Commemorative Games being held next year in Plymouth.

“These unique games are a first for Plymouth with teams from Holland, America and locations associated with the Pilgrim Father’s in Britain. Many thanks to the pupils of Plympton Academy for their continuing support with this project,” said Maureen and Alan.

The crisp packets collected by the students will be sent to the Walkers site in Leicester where they have started their own recycling scheme.

It’s the largest crisp production plant in the world, producing more than 11 million bags of crisps a day. Crisp packets are now made with plastic and aluminium foil so are not compostable, biodegradable or easily recyclable.

Plympton Academy student Myles Cotte, aged 12, said: “We should all take more care of our environment and we are trying to use these crisp packets to start to change things for the better by reducing litter and also fundraising for the Special Olympics.”

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FOCUS ON QUALITY AT ANNUAL FUCHSIA SHOW Below: The winning display of geraniums entered by pupils of Woodford Primary School

The emphasis was on quality not quantity for the Plympton Fuchsia and Geranium Group’s annual show staged at Harewood House.

Entries were understood to be slightly down in number this year, but nonetheless there was an impressive array of blooms on display for visitors to the show to look at and it was an education to take in just how many different types of fuchsias and geraniums there actually are.

With the exception of the children’s class this is a closed exhibition in that only Group members can enter exhibits. There was however no shortage of competition among members to take the numerous coveted trophies and bowls there are for the winners.

Mike Shopland is likely to need a small van at the awards presentation night to take home his silverware, with over a dozen awards to his name. Kathleen Lakey and

Carol Stevens were among the women exhibitors who excelled this year. Kathleen won her own trophy for her miniature zonal entry as well as a string of other awards.

Among the items Carol Stevens’ will be displaying on her shelves this year are the Saltram Bowl for Commercial Hanging Pot and the Vera Ellam trophy for most points (pelargoniums) in show.

President Heather Turtell who specialises primarily these days in the smaller exhibits will have to make room on the shelves at her home for: the Griffiths Bowl for Floating Fuchsia Heads in a glass as well as a number of other trophies.

One class this year for the Fuchsia and/or Pelargoniums in any colour/shaped container was judged by visitors to the show. They were asked to place donations in a jar by each exhibit in the class, with the one getting the most declared the winner.

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to Primrose Ward at Derriford Hospital, the Group’s chosen cause for the year. Exhibit A, a display fuchsia, seemed to be the clear leader in the public judging.

Following on from a tradition started in 2016, the group donated a number of fledgling geranium plants to interested children at Woodford Primary School at the start of the year, with a view to the children nurturing the plants along to enter in the show.

A dozen were subsequently entered into the show with Olivia’s plant being declared the overall winner in the children’s class.

The Plympton Fuchsia and Geranium Group meet at Harewood House on the second Tuesday evening of every month at 7.30pm where they usually have a guest speaker as well as sessions offering growing advice. New members are welcome, just turn up if you are interested in joining.

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Room for two anyone?

Woodside appeals for help in placing pairs of pets

There can be many reasons why an animal who needs a forever home might take a while to find it, and staff at Woodside Animal Sanctuary in Elfordleigh, become all too familiar with many of them.

For cats, its often the colour, for dogs, its often the size and for rabbits its often the age.

However, there is one thing all animals looking for a home have in common. If you’re part of a pair be prepared to wait, and often for a long time.

Lisa Darcy, deputy manager has worked at the sanctuary for over 20 years and in that time it has always been the same.

Lisa said: “I can still vividly remember many pairs from over the years, and the lengths we often have to go to in order to find them the forever home that they need. One thing’s for sure though, it has always been worth the wait”.

Presently, Woodside has many pairs looking for new homes from mice and guinea pigs to cats and dogs. Here are just a few: Chloe and Lakota are beautiful seven year old female GSD x Lurchers. These sisters are extremely close and therefore need a home together.

They arrived at Woodside after their owner passed away. They need lots of reassurance at the moment as a lot has changed for them in a short space of time.

They are fine with other dogs and can live with children aged eight and over.

Woodside’s Dawn with Sox and Tilly

Sox and Tilly are short haired cats, aged seven and five years. They arrived due to the ill health of their owner, but despite being friendly are often overlooked.

They enjoy lounging in their outside area best, where they can look out onto gardens.

Bella and Kristoff have already found some bunny to love, each other! The best friends are two years and six years old. Both are friendly, especially Kristoff who enjoys a cuddle. He does need medication every day for life, which Woodside will cover the cost of.

They love space to display their bunny antics and explore.

If you feel you could offer any of these perfect pairs a home or are looking for a pet to adopt, visit Woodside’s website at www. woodsidesanctuary.org.uk or give the sanctuary a call on 01752 347503.

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‘Distinction’ result for Plympton apprentice Olivia

Olivia Pritchard from Plympton is celebrating after achieving a Distinction in her Business Administration apprenticeship through Skills Group and securing a permanent position at the company.

Apprentice Olivia Pritchard, who is also working for Skills Group, has achieved a coveted Distinction result in her Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship. Olivia underwent the new End Point Assessment (EPA) which is designed to test key industry knowledge, skills and behaviours, as part of the Apprenticeship Standards that are being rolled out nationally.

For the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship, Olivia had to complete three separate assessment modules, including a multiple choice test, a portfolio interview which asked Olivia to explain her coursework in detail, and a presentation around a 6 month project. For the project, Olivia took charge of the Breakfast Club at Skills Group – an initiative to give all its Plymouth learners free breakfast on site. Through efficient planning, Olivia helped to cut costs and reduce wastage without compromising on the quality of the breakfast.

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Mandy Kerslake (left) apprenticeship manager and employer engagement at Skills Group with Olivia Pritchard

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Olivia said: “I’m overjoyed with my result as it recognises my hard work and the team’s support. I can’t thank Skills Group enough for the opportunity and look forward to my future here.”

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Heritage Open Days at Ford Park Cemetery in September Ford Park Cemetery’s exhibition focusing on youth organisations in Plymouth, including Scouts, Guides and similar groups continues until September 15.

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

The Heritage Team at Ford Park will be hosting walks in conjunction with National Heritage Open Days on September 14 and 15. Walks around the cemetery will start from 2pm and last between 60 and 90 minutes.

Go along and find out more about one of Plymouth’s oldest cemeteries and the fascinating stories of some of it’s residents. The cafe will be open for refreshments and there is on site free parking.

Commander Charles Crichton will be giving a talk on September 18 entitled ‘Support to the Fleet at Plymouth,’ tracing the city’s maritime history from Edward First to the days when Devonport became one of the world’s greatest naval bases.

A must for anyone interested in Naval history.

The talk takes place in the Victorian Chapel, starting at 7pm.

Tickets priced at £3 can be obtained in advance from the Cemetery office( Plymouth 665442) or on the door.

Refreshments will be available both before and after the talk.

Also on September 18, Ford Park’s craft club will be holding their Meet and Natter coffee morning, in the Northey Rooms,from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Join them for a cuppa and a chat and here will also be the opportunity to purchase items made by the crafters.

Ford Park’s next exhibition to be held in the Visitor Centre is entitled ‘Devonport’s Heritage People and Places.’

It starts on September 28 and continues until November 17, and is open for public viewing Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10.30am to 3.30pm, Saturdays and Sundays 12.30pm to 3.30pm A walk in conjunction with this exhibition, featuring some of Devonport’s notable residents led by our heritage team will take place on Sunday October 6.

Meet at the visitor centre at 2pm.

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The church is situated at 126 Mount Gould Road, PL4 7PY, and is on the 23/24 bus route, near Mount Gould Hospital. Retired Methodist Minister, Terry Higgins, will lead.

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Service reaches pressure point at Plympton medical practice A large number of patients at a Plympton medical practice have spoken out over considerable problems getting a timely medical appointment with their GP, or indeed one at all. Even some of those who have managed to get appointments claim they are not being allowed to discuss all the ailments they want to.

so we can look into their individual circumstances and improve our services further. They can contact us via our website at www.beaconmedicalgroup. nhs.uk” Dr Mercer added: “In addition, we would like more use of electronic services and to bear in to thank all of our patients for continuing to be mind what community pharmacists can offer. so understanding of the current pressures the “Patients with requests for fit notes (previously Practice is facing. We have been working hard to known as sick notes) are being directed to secure additional clinics to improve appointment Beacon Medical Group which has surgeries at use our econsult service on our website www. access for patients. The Practice is reviewing its Plympton, Glenside, Chaddlewood, Wotter and beaconmedicalgroup.nhs.net. This will normally position weekly and will continue to keep patients Ivybridge has been under strain in recent weeks get a response in a couple of days and can be updated.” due to an unprecedented number of long term found on our home page.

While acknowledging the issues with non urgent illnesses among its GPs. “The econsult service provides helpful and appointments, Dr Mercer was at pains to point The issue reached boiling point when one immediate advice and guidance for patients on out other aspects of the service were working patient contacted the Plympton Podcast claiming any topic and is vetted by medical professionals. normally. He said: “Our urgent care offering is she had waited 65 minutes on the telephone This often eliminates the need to speak to a GP unaffected and we always ensure that patients before getting any answer, only to be told no or other clinician. A better understanding of a who need same day access have same day access. appointments were available for the foreseeable short term illness and how to treat yourself and In the week commencing August 5, we offered future. your family at time of illness can make all the 3,000 same day appointments to our patients.

The Plympton Podcast ran a story online difference. Your community pharmacist is also a “The practice is striving to reduce waiting highlighting the matter and asked whether times for routine appointments, to help manage others were having any problems. Nearly 200 the current situation regarding GP illness, and people posted replies, the overwhelming majority in an aim to provide sooner appointments for expressing tales of woe about their experiences. patients the Practice will be changing its booking Among the postings was one from a patient process. Routine GP appointments will be released who described the service as ‘horrendous’ and two weeks in advance, these appointments explained: “I went there a few weeks ago and was will be released every Tuesday and we will told they couldn’t take bookings but to come back update patients weekly regarding appointment a couple of days later when they’d be able to book availability. an appointment for August.

“Additionally the Practice will be operating This I did and was then told that August was weekend clinics on August 31 and September 1.” already full up and I’d have to come back in Dr Mercer also sought to address the problems September to make an appointment. Is it any patients were experiencing when making phone wonder so many people go to A & E. calls to the practice. He said: “Last week staff “To all intents and purposes those of us unlucky answered over 12,000 calls to the Practice. This enough to be registered at Beacon no longer have is a significantly higher number of calls than the a GP service.”

Practice normally receives and has increased by Claire Oatway, CEO at Beacon Medical, said: over double. “Staff are working really hard to “We have been struggling with a series of answer your calls as quickly as possible. They unexpected but serious illnesses among our are doing a fantastic job to ensure call times GPs with the equivalent of two and a half full Claire Oatway remain low for the majority of our patients, and time GPs now away from work for three months. the majority of calls are answered in less than 5 Along with maternity leave there are more than minutes. We are aware that some patients are 500 appointments per week that we need to highly trained clinician available to offer advice waiting longer during peak times, with the high reschedule.” seven days a week.” number of calls coming through to the Practice; Even with the absences the surgery has been One patient pointed to Beacon Medical’s regrettably some patients will experience a longer offering over 5,000 appointments a week. low 1 star rating on the NHS rating service, NHS wait time during high demand. We encourage Mrs Oatway added: “We are working hard Choices, saying: “All the one star reviews should patients to please stay on the line to keep your behind the scenes to find locum cover wherever have alerted the management but...no. Of all the place in the queue, your call will be answered as possible and are re-assessing the rota each week reviews not one is above two stars.” soon as possible.” to ensure that all urgent queries are dealt with by Dr Andrew Mercer, a GP Partner at Beacon Meanwhile a receptionist has indicated our urgent care team on the same day. In the what it is like for front line staff. The source next 2 months we have 2 new GPs starting with ‘To be shouted at, sworn at and threatened isn’t said: “I really get everyone’s frustrations but us as well as extra clinicians in the urgent care right. We are human. Me personally. I’ve been please be kind to us. To be shouted at, sworn team.” sworn at, shouted point blank in the face and at and threatened isn’t right. We are human.

Not all patients however accept the problems threatened, is this fair for something completely Me personally. I’ve been sworn at, shouted are recent and caused by the unexpected GP point blank in the face and threatened, is illnesses. One Beacon Medical user commented: out of my control’? this fair for something completely out of my “This has been ongoing for at least a year; Beacon Medical Group receptionist control? No. it is not a recent problem” and another “So whilst you are frustrated and angry just remarked: “There has been difficulties in getting Medical, did not accept these reviews were remember we are humans and only try our best appointments with your own GP for the four years reflective of the majority of patients. He said: to help you. We answer the phones as quick as we since they merged.”

“Beacon has held well over one million patient can, we try to queue bust as quick as we can but Other patients complained they were not being appointments since forming five years ago and the we can only work at human pace.” allowed to discuss all the medical issues they overwhelming majority have been pleased with “I have gone home many of times not wanting had within one appointment, and were only being the services we provide. to return because of how I’ve been treated by allowed to raise one subject per consultation. One “We are consistently above the national patients or how we didn’t do ‘good enough’ to patient said she left her appointment, which she average for patient satisfaction with our services, help them but I have always returned the next had waited a month for, in tears: “I was told twice based on independent indicators such as the day because it’s an amazing job, all our GPs and in one appointment by a doctor she couldn’t talk Friends and Family Test. Each month, between practitioners are amazing at what they do. Most of about several problems I had. I had to choose.”

350 and 400 patients provide feedback to our the time they don’t even get a lunch break, barely Mrs Oatway also highlighted problems being Friends and Family Test and a high majority would get a sip of water and don’t get home until god caused by ‘no shows’ of which there were as many recommend us to Friends and Family. knows what time to their own families because as 167 during one recent week and how patients “Furthermore, our regulator, the Care Quality they are under pressure.” could play their part in enabling more people to Commission (CQC), has acknowledged the high Some patients have rallied to the defence of be seen by reducing occasions when people don’t standard of our services and the professionalism Beacon Medical. One is Rachel Mitchell who said: turn up for their appointments. and care of our front line teams in delivering “Personally I’ve had great service from Beacon.

She said: “At such a critical time for us it is them.

The online econsult is very efficient too.” important to make sure that every available “We are aware of a very small number of Another user remarked: “There are definitely minute of GP time is used therefore if you need to negative comments on the NHS website - most issues that need addressing when it comes to cancel please use the automated service (option of which we have responded to - which aren’t trying to book routine appointments. However I 2) on the normal telephone line. We can quickly representative of the majority of our 43,000 really can’t fault their urgent care team. offer your appointment to someone who needs to registered patients. see a GP. “Always been phoned back promptly and seen “We always encourage patients to contact us Mrs Oatway also appealed to people to make directly with feedback about our services and staff on the same day whether for myself or my son.”

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Heart patients benefit from key partnership Patients needing specialist cardiology treatment are benefitting from a partnership between Derriford Hospital and Regent’s Park Healthcare to reduce waiting times.

The third cath lab developed as part of the partnership opened recently and the first patient at the Peninsula Heart Clinic, Pamela Robertson, was absolutely delighted with her treatment.

She said: “Everyone was so nice; they made a scary experience less scary. This was my fourth procedure and I would be very comfortable coming back here in the future as everyone was so lovely.”

Chief executive, Dr Anil Ohri and clinic manager, David Smith from Regent’s Park Healthcare marked the occasion with flowers and gifts for Pamela.

The new facility is expected to treat

around 1,000 NHS patients each year, seeing those requiring basic angiograms and straightforward, day-case Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

In a partnership arrangement, the new centre offers services for NHS patients three days per week initially.

It is staffed by RPH cath lab and recovery staff, with consultants from University Hospitals Plymouth carrying out the procedures.

Similar cardiology public-private partnerships are running elsewhere in the country but in most areas, this work is outsourced to an off-site facility.

The NHS retains control in this arrangement using a private facility situated on an NHS site, building on Plymouth’s status as a centre of excellence for cardiothoracic services.

Chief executive Dr Anil Ohri and clinic manager David Smith present Pamela with a bouquet

It’s a double delight for Sounds Musical Theatre Company Plymouth’s Sounds Musical Theatre Company have won two awards.

Sounds Musical Theatre Company members celebrate their success Photo: Laurie Beth Photography

They were chosen by the National Operatic and Dramatic Association as award winners for Company Singing in Sister Act, as well as Outstanding Achievement in Sister Act and Sweeney Todd, two very different, challenging choices of production.

Chair Diane Bennallick, speaking on behalf of the company, musical director Marcus Alleyne and producer Amanda Paddison said: “We’re delighted to receive NODA’s valued recognition for the dedication and teamwork in successfully tackling such varied and challenging musical productions.

“Amateur musical drama companies are made up of people who have their own careers and professions, freely giving their time to bring entertainment to a wide audience, often unsung heroes when seen in competition with professional companies. These awards are a tribute to all our company’s talent and hard work on and off the stage.”

Not content to sit on their laurels Sounds Musical are now rehearsing for their new annual revue ‘Saints and Sinners.’

Musical director Jenny George has chosen an innovative, wide ranging repertoire of music, dance and drama numbers chosen from popular films,

stage musicals and plays.

The two Saints and Sinners shows are at Devonport Playhouse, Fore Street, Devonport on Saturday October 12 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Tickets range from £11 adults, £10 concessions, and £8 Under 18s. Tickets can be booked online at www. ticketsource.co.uk/sounds or by phone 01752343472.

Sounds Musical Theatre Company have also announced that their next full musical production will be The Wind in the Willows, showing at Devonport Playhouse in March 2020.

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Michael Jackson fans are set to be wowed when the UK’s ultimate tribute to the King of Pop heads to Plymouth in 2019.

In the year marking 10 years since the death of Michael Jackson, Ben Bowman is embarking on a UK tour with more than 40 dates celebrating the life and work of arguably one of the most popular and

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It’s important to just say ‘yes’ sometimes THE

By Ian Pilkington, Trustee of Cross Rhythms Plymouth

Experience This piece is about how having a big enough ‘yes’ frees us up to take on challenges and voice our concerns at the same time.

But first, some background: At the time of writing, we’re enjoying the last few weeks of summer, the kids are still off school, the Ashes against the old adversaries are in full swing and the early mornings and evenings are still light enough to enjoy.

So, in keeping with the season we now have Christmas shopping on the various TV shopping channels, countdowns to Christmas are appearing in our Facebook timelines and society in general seems to have lost the plot when it comes to appropriate timing.

I used to get grumpy about the increasingly early Christmas mentions.

It was pointless, nobody listened and certainly no one stopped the madness. So, this year I decided to get on board and go one better, reading the story of the birth of

Jesus in the Gospel of Luke, in August.

Out of ‘season’ I read it from a fresh perspective; I suspended my ingrained expectations of what the Christmas story is about, and looked at how people responded.

In a nutshell, the angel Gabriel (not fluffy with wings and harp, but awesome enough to cause trembling fear in the people who saw him so that he had to tell them not to be afraid) tells both Zechariah (husband of childless Elizabeth) and Mary (not yet married to Joseph) that they’re going to have children.

Mary and Zechariah both say, in effect, ‘no way, how can that happen!’ and we can’t blame them. Mary was a virgin, which is a pretty big obstacle.

Ian Pilkington Zac and Liz (excuse me) are an old man and woman and have never been able to have children.

Archangel Gabriel, messenger of God (he’s a really big deal as far as angels go) rebukes Zechariah and renders him speechless until the birth of his son John; in contrast

he explains some more to Mary about the miracle that will take place in her womb.

Why treat them differently? Why so harsh with the old man?

The clue is in Mary’s later words: ‘I am the servant of the Lord, let it be to me as you have said.’ Getting back to my opening paragraph, she had already said a huge ‘yes’ to God, way before Gabriel showed up with his news.

“As His servant, I accept whatever He has for me” is how The Passion translation of the Bible puts it.

She’s already made a decision that she’s ‘in’, whatever happens.

Mary was a young woman whose heart was set on serving God; Zechariah was an old man, a priest who was ‘doing his job’ serving God. Maybe his heart wasn’t in it?

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We can be like either of them; at different times I’ve been like both of them and I know which one works best (it’s not the one where I protect myself with cynicism and hesitancy.)

Whether it’s in marriage and other committed relationships; or in a team situation where my part is needed for the success of everyone, it’s always better when I’ve made a strong yes to our goal upfront and decided not to go back on it.

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Cineworld, one of the UK’s leading cinema chains, is on a major recruitment drive ahead of the opening of its new twelve screen cinema in Plymouth.

The cinema, located in Drake Circus, is set to open its doors in October 2019 and will create up to 82 jobs.

In a bid to fill roles and engage the community, Cineworld hosted an open day for prospective employees on August 10.

There are a variety of positions available including Cineworld team leader, team member roles, as well as Barista positions at Starbucks, which will form part of the new cinema.

All roles are on either a part or full-time basis. The recruitment day will also offer visitors the opportunity to find out more about careers at Cineworld, as well as ask company staff questions and apply directly.

The new cinema will feature twelve state-of-the-art screens showing the latest Hollywood releases, as well as pick ‘n’ mix and Baskin Robbins ice cream counters.

Terry Whitehead, Cineworld Plymouth general manager, said:“We are looking forward to bringing a new cinema to Drake Circus and generating career opportunities in the local area.

“Cineworld has fantastic career prospects and is a brilliant company to work for, so we welcome those from the local area with a passion for film to pay us a visit on the open day and find out more about the exciting opportunities available.”

Prospective candidates can apply online at www.cineworld.com/careers

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Local company specialising in the repair and installation of all aerial and satellite TV, telephone lines and CCTV systems.

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

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

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

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MALCOLM WILLS CARPENTRY

Home Improvements, Refurbishments, Alterations, Shelving, Storage Solutions, Flooring and Doors.

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CARPETS EXMINSTER CARPETS

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

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Jotauras Electrical Services

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

Will beat all other reasonable quotes.

• Call Steve 07894 208842

GARAGE DOOR SERVICES

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

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

GARDEN & LANDSCAPING

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

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LOCKSMITHS

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

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

R.C. Electrical - Ryan Cross

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A.S. DECORATING & MAINTENANCE Specialising in full room skims/decor • Maintenance • Repair • Plastering • Flooring • Tiling • Kitchen & Bathroom fitting 16 Lympne Ave, Ernesettle, Plymouth Tel 01752 771457 Mob 07966 639129 Email: a.sdecorating@hotmail.co.uk

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

STEVE BENNETT PLASTERING Internal/External Plastering • Spar Dash Specialist • Insurance Work Welcome • UPVC Facias, Soffits and Guttering • Property Maintenance • Painting/Decorating • Coving Prompt Polite Friendly Service • No Job Too Small • Free Estimates 01752 368601 • 07971 741068 www.stevebennettplastering.co.uk • facebook.com/plasterersofplymouth

PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES B Williams Plumbing and Heating Reliable plumber no job too small from tap washers to central heating systems. Free quotes gas safe registered. No call out charge, recommendations can be given. 07971572632 www.bw-plumbing.co.uk

MIKE JARVIS PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES All plumbing, heating and gas work undertaken • Servicing, installation and repair • Gas Safe • • No job too small • 24 hour emergency call out • VAILLANT approved installer Tel 01752 778440 Mob 07875136429 PINK PLUMBERS Fast, Friendly, Reliable and tidy service by your local FEMALE plumber.

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PAINTERS & DECORATORS

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

ROOFING

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

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Your guide to community events in your area Plympton Library Family History Help Desk Tuesdays, 9.30am - 11.30am Get help and advice in tracing your family history.

Booking required.

Rhymetime Tuesdays, 10.30am - 11.30am Thursdays, 2pm - 2.30pm Saturdays, 10.30am - 11am Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers.

IT for Beginners Wednesdays, 10.30am - 11.30am Aimed at beginners, find out what you can do online by signing up to ‘Learn My Way’. Staff will be on hand to help.

Feel Better with a Book Wednesdays, 11am - 12pm Enjoy the power of great novels, stories and poems read aloud in a small friendly group.

Book Group Thursdays, 6pm - 7pm Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each month there will be a different book to read and discuss.

Memory Conservatory Mondays, 2pm - 4pm Drop in for a reminiscence, arts and crafts, singing or to see a friendly face and have a cuppa.

Friendship group First Thursday of the month 10am-12. A regular programme of activities and events including local/family history talks, IT sessions, film shows, reminiscence, local walks, crafts, quizzes and more.

Lego Club Thursdays 3.30pm-5pm. We supply the Lego, you supply the imagination and building skills.

Code Club Saturdays (term time only) 9.30am-10.30am. Code Club is a national network of volunteer-led after school coding clubs for children.Children follow modules of projects to learn about and develop coding skills using Scratch, HTML & CSS and Python.

Code Club runs during term time only.Suitable for children aged 8 and over. There are limited spaces so please contact the library in advance on 01752 305630 to check availability.

Scrabble and Chess Club Saturdays 12.30pm-4.30pm. Drop in for a game of Scrabble or Chess. All ages welcome.

Writers Group Second Monday of each month 10am-12. Plympton Libraries writers group - for anyone with an interest in writing stories, poems or plays.

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.

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

Check with the library for this month’s title.

Hello World - Coding and Making Tuesdays, 4pm - 5pm After school club for anyone interested in coding and digital making. For 8 to 13 year olds.

Rhymetime Thursdays, 2.15pm - 2.45pm Saturdays, 10am - 10.30am Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers.

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

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.

Lego Club for Families Thursdays 3.30-4.30pm. Why not join our Lego group for families? We provide the Lego you provide the building skills!

Game On 2nd Saturday of the month 10am to 4pm. Join in with our monthly community tabletop board games sessions hosted by “Game On Plymouth” Writers Group First Thursday of each month 5pm-7pm. For anyone with an interest in writing stories or plays.

Plympton Litter Picking Group First Saturday of month From 10.30am to 12.30pm - come for as little or as long as you like and join in with our merry-band of litter-pickers! All ages welcomed. Bring your own gloves, everything else that you need is provided.

We often have tea and cakes afterwards. It’s good exercise, enjoyable and a pleasant way to meet new people. We tackle different areas of Plympton, so the meet-up venue varies, for information email peacham2@hotmail.co.uk, 07877353465 or visit Plympton Library where it will be added to the What’s On book.

Plympton Painting Group A fun thing to do! If you are interested in any sort of drawing/painting, why not join? Meeting in the multipurpose room at The Rise, George Lane, Plympton on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month between 7pm and 9pm. There are great speakers, most of the time demonstrating watercolours, acrylics, oils, pastels and drawing - a wide variety to suit everyone!

Don’t worry if you haven’t got the right equipment members are happy to share and advise. It is a group of enthusiastic amateurs who love to paint. Come and see for yourself at one of the meetings, and enjoy the fun. Ring Gill on 01752 340544 for more information.

Plymstock Gardening Society Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of the month at Plymstock United Church Hall, Plymstock Road, Oreston from 7.30pm to 9pm. The hall is open from 7pm and there is parking available at the rear of the building. Visiting speakers on a range of topics with tips for jobs to do in the garden in the coming month.

There is tea and coffee and a raffle. New members and visitors are made very welcome and disabled access is available.

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 and District U3A Fourth Tuesday of the month General meetings are at Harewood House, Plympton at 2pm and include a speaker and tea. There are displays of group activities. Visitors will be made very welcome. This years outings have been many and varied, and much enjoyed by members. Groups with outings include garden visits, theatre visits, long and short walks, stroll with a camera, dining club. Visit the website at https://u3asites.org.uk/ plympton/welcome for more details, or come along and meet us, and share a year of opportunities and possibilities.

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.

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Honour for Edmond

Popular Plymouth restaurateur and businessman Edmond Davari has received the top honour in the BAME Business Awards.

Distinguished business people and dignitaries from Plymouth and the rest of the South West attended the BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) awards event at the New Continental Hotel.

The evening was organised by Jabo Butera of the Diversity Business Incubator, whose mission is to bring together comprehensive and sustainable business support for the black, Asian and minority ethnic groups living in the region. This is being achieved by creating bespoke networking hubs and programmes designed to support new business and employment opportunities.

The top award on the evening went to Edmond Davari as the ‘individual or group characterised by strength and resilience, with missions beyond themselves.’

Edmond said: “I feel humbled and honoured to be receiving this prestigious award from an organisation that stands for the promotion of diversity and enterprise among the ethnic community all over the world.”

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 Plymstock Community Centre Tuesdays 2.30pm4.30pm. All welcome. For information call 01752 251313 or 668017.

Plym Valley Sugarcraft Guild Meet on the third Monday of the month at 7.30pm at Norley Hall, 70-74 Plymstock Road, Plymstock.

We are a friendly group of likeminded people of varying ages and skills, from beginners to the very experienced. We hold various demonstrations and workshops each meeting from flower making to how to stack a cake. Contact chairman Ros Hawkins at roshawkins@talktalk.net or secretary Carol Tweedie caroltweedie@hotmail.com More details at www. bsgregion6.com and Facebook page Plym Valley British Sugarcraft Guild.

Sandy’s Plymchords U3A Fun Choir Tuesdays Chaddlewood Farm Community, Glen Road, Plympton 10am to 12 noon. Singing lots of popular songs in unison. No need for auditions or to be able to read music. For information ring Sandy on 01752 930524 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?

Sir Joshua Reynolds Women’s Institute Third Tuesday of month Harewood House, Plympton at 7.15pm. Speakers, refreshments, bring and buy table and bookstall.

Occasional competitions to enter including poetry, photography or sewing. There is also a walking group, two book clubs and quizzes and swimming sessions.

Some members meet together for card-making, patchwork, knitting and sugar craft. There are also coach trips and visits to local places of interest.

Everyone is most welcome and, for a small fee three monthly meetings may be attended whilst deciding if you want to join.

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 Woodford Methodist Community Church Church and Worship Morning Worship and Children’s Sunday Club 10.30am 2nd-5th Sunday of every month. A guaranteed relaxed service, with friendly ministers and congregation. A team of wonderful Ministers keep each week fresh and rewarding. Experienced children’s workers in Junior Church teach and care for children from toddlers to teenagers with age-related activities.

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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.

Join the Memory Walk

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 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.

Discovery Bible Study Group Tuesdays 10.30am every fortnight. For details contact 07906 888689 Christian Youth Bible Study Group (age 10 - 13 years) Tuesdays 6pm -7.30pm. Contact 07562 376224 for details FABS Bible Study House Group Wednesdays 7.30pm (fortnightly). Contact 07906 888689 for details.

Community Groups: Woodford Community Pre-School Monday to Friday 8am to 3pm during term time.

Short Mat Bowls Tuesdays 6.45pm in the Hall.

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 and Charlotte Smith School of Dance Mondays 4.15pm-7pm and Wednesdays 4.15pm6pm. 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. 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. For details contact 07906 888689

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.

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.

Alzheimer’s Society is calling on family, friends and colleagues to unite against dementia this autumn by joining a Memory Walk.

Dementia devastates lives, but every pound raised through Memory Walk will help Alzheimer’s Society provide vital information and support, improve care, fund research and create lasting change for people affected by the condition There are walks taking place throughout September and October across England, Woodford Men’s Meeting 10.30am (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. 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. 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 (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 contact Joyce on 216343.

‘Woodys’ Junior Skate Group (Ramps) 6pm-7.30pm. 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 project.

Primary-age children session 6-7pm and Secondary-age children session 7-8pm. Contact 07562 376224 for details.

Youth Club for 11 – 16 year olds Fridays 7.30pm – 9pm at the Rees Centre.Contact 07562 376224 for details.

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

Wales and Northern Ireland – including longer marathon style walks.

Someone develops dementia every three minutes. Locally, dementia affects around 3,300 people in Plymouth. Unite against dementia and register now at memorywalk.org.uk.

The Plymouth Memory Walk takes place in Central Park on Sunday September 1 with a 2km or 4.5km walk option. The walk starts at the Clock Tower by the newly-opened cafe, at 11am, with walkers able to arrive from 10am.

Registration is just £10 for adults, with under 16s free. 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.

St Peter’s Lutheran Church Larkham Lane/The Dell, Plympton, Plymouth. Church and Worship: 11am Service every Sunday. Weekly Wednesday evening Bible Study. Coffee morning 10am-noon every first Wednesday of the month.

Contact 01752 336240 for details.

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 Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Sundays: Church service 10am to 12 noon 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. Square dancing 5.30pm -9pm Mondays: Salsa classes 10am to 11am. Chatterbox 1pm to 3pm. Table Tennis 6pm to 9pm 1st Monday of the month Federation of Pensioners 1pm to 4pm (Phoenix Club) Tuesdays: Baby sensory classes 10am to 12 noon.

Valannes’s Dance School Children’s Ballet & Tap 4pm to 7pm. Line dancing 7.30pm to 10pm.

Wednesdays: Over 60’s Club 1pm to 4pm. Dance Aerobics 6pm to 7pm. Latin Line dancing 7.30pm to 9.30pm Thursdays: Watercolour Art Sessions for Adults.

Beginner and experienced artists welcome. Thursdays 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

Sandy’s Songbirds Wednesdays A thriving, happy mixed choir. No auditions. No need to be able to read music either. This is a fun-filled community choir meeting weekly with refreshments and raffle too. Wednesdays 10 am to 12 noon at Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre in Glen road behind the Coop. For details contact Sandy on 07737 461431.

Hooe’s Place Cafe St John’s Church Hall, Hooe. Open to all. 10.30am 11.30am for coffee. Freshly cooked lunches from 11.45am - 1.30pm. St John’s Church open through the hall 10.30am - 2pm. The only bus now travelling to Hooe is No. 2B every 20 minutes stopping outside the church.

Past Times Past Times group was started over 20 years ago to encourage people, especially those on their own or new to the area, to share their hobbies, knitting for charity, cross stitch, board games, quizzes or just pop in & enjoy some friendly company & a cup of tea. We also have a list of other groups, clubs & activities available in Plympton. We meet on the 4th Monday of each month, at St Mary’s Parish Centre, Market Road, Plympton 1.30pm until 3.30 pm. More details are available from the parish office Monday to Friday 9am until 1pm 01752 348525 Plymouth Broadway Organ and Keyboard Club Third Wednesday of month Come and listen to a concert by a top professional organ/keyboard musician playing a wide variety of music. Everyone is welcome at the Broadway Community Centre (top of Broadway car park) Plymstock. Free parking. Tickets £5 including tea/coffee.

Contact 01752 706712.

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 1pm. 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.

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

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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.

Soroptimists enjoy fun and games while fundraising!

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.

Off Key Singing Group Mondays For people who love to sing in the shower! Mondays 5.50pm to 6.50pm at Derriford Health & Leisure Centre, function room. Girl Guide Hut in Plympton 10.30am to 11.30am. Call 07770 683 314 for more info.

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

Taught in small groups of 2 or 3. Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 3.45 or 4.30pm Fridays at 4pm Saturdays between 9.30 - 4pm For more details Tel: 01752 216456. Classes held in the Woodford area.

Sounds Musical Theatre Company Wednesdays Founded in 1911, we are a friendly, diverse group of people who love Musical Theatre and produce two shows a year. In March/April we perform our annual full musical production, with a musical revue in October. Rehearsals are every Wednesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm in Oreston Methodist Church Hall, Plymstock Road, Oreston. Visit www. soundsmusicaltheatrecompany.co.uk for more info.

Plymstock & District Art Society (PANDAS) Pandas is a small friendly group of amateur painters meeting for two hours (7.30-9.30pm) every Wednesday fortnight at the Radford Family Centre, Plymstock.

Members paint and draw in all media and enjoy occasional demonstrations and models. We are not a teaching class but help each other and have programme of themed evenings. Each year our annual exhibition takes place in Plymstock Library. New members are always given a warm welcome so please contact Mike on 794281.

Beckly Centre Regular events at the Beckly Centre at Mayers Way, Hooe Road, Plymstock include: Mondays 7pm to 9.30pm adult social group with a variety of activities including crafts, life skills, cooking, quizzes, bingo and outings; Thursdays 7pm to 9pm youth group providing social activities in a small friendship mixed ages and ability groups for young people with additional needs; Saturdays and Sundays 10.30am to 3.30pm weekend activity groups for mixed age and ability groups of children and young people with special needs offering a good range of social and group opportunities; school holidays weekdays 10.30am to 3.30pm holiday playscheme activity sessions for small friendship groups of children and young people with special needs. For details call 01752 484433 or 07780 662391.

Fun Club Fridays in term time Fun filled club for primary school aged children from 6.30pm to 7.30pm at Plymstock Chapel, Church Road, Plymstock. Games, crafts, stories, songs, tuck shop etc. 50p entrance.

Friday Night Bingo Fridays 7.30pm At Hooe and Turnchapel Community Centre.

Tea, coffee & biscuits. Weekly raffles and meat raffle once a month. Why not give us a try! Contact 01752 408441 for more details.

Clog dancing Thursdays A fun way to exercise! The Plymouth Maids clog dancers are a small, friendly group of women who welcome new members. From the beginning of October to the end of April we practice at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall, opposite the Life Centre, on Thursdays 8 - 9.45pm. During the summer we dance out on Thursday evenings at various pubs and other venues in and around Plymouth. We also dance at occasional folk festivals and days of dance. No previous dance experience is needed, just a sense of rhythm. Come along and give it a try. For details contact Jacqui on 07814 355844.

Club Focus Camera Club Mondays Meets at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth. Meets first and third Monday of the month from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. For details see www. clubfocusplymouth.co.uk

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.

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CSPA Second Tuesday of the month The Civil Service Pensioners Alliance meet at the Raffles Club, 5 Ermington Terrace, Mutley from 10.30am to 12 noon. All members of the Plymouth and District branch are welcome to attend. For more information call 01752 946896.

Games in the garden, Pimms and mock Sangria and a delicious lunch proved to be a successful fundraising formula for a group of Plymouth Soroptimists.

The group gathered at a member’s home for the event and raised over £400 for local women’s charities. Members enjoyed croquet, table tennis, table football and boules during the afternoon.

Plymouth Soroptimist President Mrs Jenny Jarvis said: “We all had a great time and were delighted to combine a lovely relaxing afternoon with raising money for the local women’s charities that we support. We were delighted that our oldest member, now aged 97, and a visiting Soroptimist from Flagstaff, USA, was with us to join in the fun and fund raising.”

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.

Yoga Classes Run for all levels in Staddiscombe and Oreston, mornings and evenings. For details contact 07779 679305 or email annamarie193@sky.com Car Boot Sale Every Sunday George Park & Ride PL67HB Sellers 7am Buyers 7.30am. Cars £7 Vans £10-£15.

Refreshments and toilets on site. All funds raised go to Colebrook Community Centre which is a totally self funding charity. For further details please contact Kay 01752 200046.

Plymouth Miniature Steam Plymouth Miniature Steam is a group of like minded enthusiasts who have an interest in steam engines, model engineering , or any interesting engineering artefact or machine, the club runs a miniature railway in Pendeen Crescent, Southway. for the benefit of members and the local community, Pictures of our activities can be seen on our website (www. plymouthminiaturesteam.co.uk). Some members are able to build their own miniature railway engines and traction engines as well as a wide range of other large scale models, these are often seen in use at the railway, the club caters for both junior and senior members of all abilities and can train new members in engine management and construction. We run an apprenticeship scheme for junior members under 18, and welcome new members of all ages that want to get involved and learn new skills. Contact Rob Hitchcock on 01822 852479 for further details.

Flamenco Beginners Lessons Thursdays Friendly and social group with a passion for Flamenco and Spanish culture. Lessons are for beginners but more experienced dancers are welcome as we use a range of levels where students can develop their technique through hand and arm movements and foot tapping. Flamenco is a fun way to exercise whilst learning this fiery and emotional dance.

Meet at Plymouth School of Creative Arts (dance studio) 6-7pm Sevillanas Rumbas & Castanets 7-8pm Compas of 12 & Rumbas. For details call Mercedes on 07848836630 or FB Mercedes Romero Flamenco Salsa and more.

RAF Association (Plymouth Branch) Dates of branch meetings for 2019 are as follows: Aug 28, Sept 25, Oct 23 and Nov 27. Meetings are held at held at Raffles Club, Ermington Terrace, Mutley, Plymouth and start at 10.30am. Other dates for future events include: Sunday Sept 15 at 11am for ‘Battle of Britain’ Service at St Andrew’s Minster, Royal Parade (all welcome); Saturday December 14 at 12 noon, annual Christmas lunch at Raffles Club. We look forward to meeting members old and new. Please try to come along to these meetings and show support to your Branch and the committee and help to keep the branch alive!

RASC/RCT/RLC Association (Plymouth Branch) Will members please note that the bimonthly meetings have changed to Wednesday evenings at 7pm: Sept 11 and Nov 13, still held at the Army Reserve Centre, Derriford. The AGM will now be held on Wednesday January 15 2020 at 7pm at the same venue and the Corps Annual Dinner will again be held at the Boringdon Golf Club, Plympton on a Friday towards the end of January 2020. Further details to follow.

Please try to attend these functions to show support to your Branch and the Commitee and help keep your Branch alive!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Harbour Centre Recovery Café Fridays Female-focused social group for those in recovery

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from drugs and alcohol. Tea, coffee, regular activities promoting independence, empowerment and positive social/support networks in recovery. Child-friendly.

11am-2pm at Unit 2, 1st Floor, Hyde Park House, Mutley Plain. For more information and support to attend please contact Lynn McKenzie (Harbour Drug and Alcohol Services) on 01752 434299 or email lynn. mckenzie1@nhs.net

Weekend of Wonder

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.

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 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.

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.

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 50 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, Plymouth, PL2 3BY behind the Co-operative Superstore, just down from Milehouse traffic lights going towards St Budeaux. These meetings start at 10.30am and end at 1pm, on the second Friday of the month many buses stop outside the Co-op and if you come by car, parking is usually available. We also have regular social events held on alternative Fridays which are held at the Oak Villa Sports & Social Club in Ferndale Road, Plymouth just down the road from Weston Mill Cemetery. There is a bus which 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 nonmembers 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

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

by Lymphoma (Hodgkins or Non Hodgkins Disease), whether patient (past or present), carer, family member or friend, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Derriford Health and Wellbeing Centre from 3pm to 4.30 pm. For information, please call Pam on 01752 785094 or Scott on 01752 661035 Plymouth Proprietary Library Weekdays except Friday The Library has moved into new premises in the former doctor’s surgery in St Barnabas Terrace in Stoke. The library is now open and continuing to run its usual activities which range from reading and poetry groups to monthly lunchtime talks and coffee mornings. Suggestions as to new groups and ways which the library can reach out to the wider community are always welcome. Open every week day except Friday from 11am-3pm. So why not take advantage of the free parking and call in for a coffee and a look round?

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.

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.

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’s renowned Weekend of Wonders is returning to Royal William Yard.

Taking place from 11am to 3pm on Saturday August 31 and Sunday September 1, the two-day celebration of live entertainment has an exciting programme of performances courtesy of worldfamous circus troupe, The Invisible Circus.

From balloon modellers and stilt walkers making their way through the crowds, to daredevil spectacles by tight rope walkers and knife jugglers, visitors of all ages can expect an unforgettable day out.

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/ mail 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.

The Playwriters Organisation Fridays At The Noah’s Ark, Courtney St, Plymouth from 10am to 1pm.Free help with creative writing, poetry, play-writing, screen-writing, and all forms of Theatre production and dramatic performance. Our membership and help is free. More details at www. playwriters.org or phone 01752 786777.

Plymouth Play Association

Plymouth Play CIC and scrapstore is open to everyone. We collect ‘stuff’ destined for landfill from businesses, factories, shops and individuals.

This ‘loveliness’ is ideal for art, craft and play. It

may be fabric, paper, paint, wood or even plastic, but one thing is for sure it will be interesting! The scrap lovliness is then sold on at £3 (for members) or £6 (non members) for a carrier bag full. We also hire out play resources such as soft play and giant games, and often run creative workshops. Why not pop along and have a look .. we are based on Union St between Aldi and the grass wall of the HQ Building, open Tues and Weds 10-2 , Thursdays 10-7 and the first and last Saturday each month 10-2. More info at www.. facebook.com/plymouthplay/ Plymouth Archers Tuesday and Friday Archers who are registered with Archery GB are very welcome to come along. We run taster and beginner’s sessions throughout the year and have very good indoor and outdoor facilities at Stoke Damerel Community College. For more information visit www.plymoutharchers.co.uk or contact the chairman on 01752 784051 mobile 07443432375.

The club is open to anyone over the age of 10 and the school has very good disability access. We also arrange social activities throughout the year.

Sessions take place between 7pm and 9pm.

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

From 12 noon to 3pm on both days, members of the audience can take part in an array of circus-themed workshops, from hula hooping and plate spinning, to ball and diabolo juggling, all ages can get a taste of circus life by learning a new skill.

Vsitors to the Yard can also enjoy the Good Food and Craft Market from 10am – 3pm on both days. The lawn will play host to a selection of the region’s finest food, drink and craft stalls.

For more details and news about upcoming events visit www.royalwilliamyard.com. every Sunday and Wednesday afternoons throughout the year. Average attendance is about 25 -30 players.

These sessions are suitable for new players as we play to basic rules with the emphasis on fun, and we always stop halfway through for tea and biscuits (or cake for celebrations!) and a chat. We play at Brickfields Sports Centre and further information can be found on our newly updated website. www. plymouthpetanque.org.uk Plymouth Karate Academy Various dates Based in Faraday Mill Cattedown the club is managed

by Sensei Stuart Hick (4thDan), Sensei Jon Eaton (3rdDan) and Senpai Luke Irving (2ndDan). With more than 45 years combined experience all of the instructors are DBS checked, and teach Shotokan karate. Tuesday /Thursday Kids only Karate class 6.15- 7pm; Tuesday/Thursday Adult Beginners Intermediate - Advanced from 7pm onwards ; Saturday Morning class Kids Karate class 10am onwards. For more info: Stuart Hick 07970379268 or stuart.hick@ plymouthkarateacademy.co.uk Plymouth Handball Club Thursdays Between 6pm and 7pm at Plymouth Life Centre.

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

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 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.

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

Plymouth U3A Second Monday of the month If you are retired, no longer in full time employment looking for new interests and to make new friends, then come along to the next monthly meeting of the Plymouth U3A and listen to our speaker. We meet at The Crowne Plaza from 10am to 12pm. Coffee available on arrival. U3A (University of the 3rd Age) is organised and run by volunteers, there are over 70 groups to find out about and maybe join, creating opportunities for continuation of learning. A non member can attend as a visitor, further information can be obtained via the welcome and promotions desk on the day, or in advance by telephoning 01752 563551, joining on the day is also an option. We look forward to meeting you.

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

Plymouth & District Egyptology Society First Saturday of the month We are a society of some 50 members whose passion is all things related to Ancient Egypt. Between the months of September of one year to May of the next, we meet on the first Saturday of each of those months, including Day Schools, and long weekend visits to UK and European cities to view Museum Egyptology Exhibitions, enjoying the local sights etc.

The Society meets at the The Quaker House on Mutley Plain. Timings 2 pm until 4.30 pm for a normal lecture.

Contact Details: janis.naylor@aol.co.uk Pray Plymouth Every Wednesday morning Organised by Churches Together in Plymouth from 7am to 8am at Open Doors Language School, 14-15, Woodland Terrace Lane, Greenbank, Plymouth.

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

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

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

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

Plymouth Die-Cast Model Collectors Club First Wednesday of the month A club for anyone interested in or a collector of old toys, Dinky, Corgi, Tinplate etc. Meetings are quite informal, any club business is discussed along with a

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Action Duchenne, a national charity that researches into Duchenne muscular dystrophy, has received a cheque for £2,300 from the staff of Plymouth law firm, GA Solicitors.

Action Duchenne was named the firm’s charity of the year after being voted in by 74 employees.

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

The charity supports research into Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a mutation in the dystrophin gene that over time causes muscles to weaken and waste away.

Since 2001, Action Duchenne has supported families affected by Duchenne, researched and improved life expectancy for patients and campaigned and educated the public on the disease.

The money raised by GA Solicitors’ team will be put towards developing effective treatments, building a community by uniting families, raising awareness and helping create a more inclusive society. GA Solicitors has a strong track record of supporting charities having last year fundraised £3,300 for local bereavement charity Little Things & Co. Stephen Ramsden, managing partner at GA Solicitors, said: “Action Duchenne is a deserving small charity that is not only looking to improve the lives of those living with Duchenne, but also supports their families and creates a sense of community. good gossip over a cup of tea or coffee. The meetings are held at the Jan Cutting Centre, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth from 7pm - 9pm. New members are always made very welcome with no charge for a first visit.

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

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

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

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

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

Under 5s free. Annual membership £5.

Plym Ramblers First and third Sunday in the month A well estab lished walking organisation offering regular walks by experienced leaders all within 20 miles of Plymouth. The group meets every first and third Sunday in the month and also hold interesting social events. For details contact the secretary on 344048 or the chairman on 519452. Plym Ramblers have now published their walking book “On the beaten track 4” the fourth book in a popular series of local walks.

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

Boys’ Brigade Various dates and Venues For more information visit www.boys-brigade.org.uk or Facebook, Boy’s Brigade Plymouth. 1st Plymouth - Salisbury Road Baptist Church (Fridays); 2nd Plymouth - Ridgeway Methodist Church (Mondays); 4th Plymouth - St Judes Church (Wednesdays); 5th Plymouth - Mount Gould Methodist Church (Fridays); 7th Plymouth - Pennycross Methodist

“The team has worked hard to raise such a large amount of money that no doubt will make a real difference to the charity and the amount of work it can undertake” Samantha Turner, community fundraiser at Action Duchenne, added: “We have been overwhelmed by the support from the team at GA Solicitors. They’ve raised an incredible amount which is a testament to their dedication to our cause. The money raised will make a huge difference to the lives of all those living with

Duchenne muscular dystrophy and on behalf of our entire community I would like to thank them for their life changing support.”

GA Solicitors’ nominated charity for 2019/20 is Plymouth Hospitals Charity’s Keep Me Close appeal. Run by Derriford Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Keep Me Close aims to support the parents of newborn babies that need to stay in ICU for a long time by providing accommodation in the hospital, close to their babies, at a very difficult time.

Church (Fridays); 8th Plymouth - Ford Baptist Church (Wednesdays). New members very welcome. Age groups: Anchors (5-8); Juniors (8-11) and Company/ Seniors (11-18). The Boys’ Brigade can help your church in its mission to children and young people.

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

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

Plymouth 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.

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 Tuesdays Friendship group for the bereaved and those who live alone. From 10.30am to 12.30pm in the Coffee Corner in the Minster Church of St Andrew in the city centre. A community project run by two trained Counsellors and two trained listeners. Come and enjoy coffee, tea and home made cake and talk through how things are for you. Only 50p per session.

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

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.

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

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

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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).

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 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 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 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 theirPlay Association 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

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Everyone Active to raise funds for cancer support A local leisure operator is supporting a national charity to achieve its ambition of being ‘right there with everyone affected by cancer.’

Everyone Active has started a new two-year partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support. It has pledged to raise £140,000 for the charity during this time, which would be enough to fund two Macmillan professionals for the whole year, enabling them to provide support to more than 500 patients.

The partnership officially launched in August and to mark the occasion, Everyone Active’s five leisure facilities in Plymouth swapped their traditional red, white and black brand colours in favour of Macmillan’s green to raise funds and awareness for the charity.

Colleagues at the Plymouth Life Centre, Brickfields Sports Centre, Plympton Swimming Pool, Tinside Lido and Mount Wise Swimming Pool, which are all managed on behalf of Plymouth City Council, donned green clothes, wigs and face paint in honour of Macmillan. Players from Plymouth Argyle also visited the Life Centre to donate home game tickets and signed merchandise for customers to win as part of a charity competition.

Everyone Active aims to support the causes that impact its colleagues and customers, which is why it has chosen to team up with Macmillan Cancer Support.

Macmillan estimates that out of Plymouth’s 270,000 population, over 9,000 are people currently living with cancer, with an average of 968 people sadly dying from the disease every year. The charity currently funds eight Macmillan professionals across from the clinical environment. We might also be able to help with transport if necessary. Please contact: Geoff READ by texting 07734 517682. Geoff is unable to answer verbally! Alternatively, you can email Geoff at: Secretary.PlymouthHNC@gmail.com Plymouth and District Parkinson’s Group Gentle exercise led by a fully trained physiotherapist every week at four locations. Tuesdays 10.30-12 noon at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall Milehouse contact 556651; Tuesdays 10.15-11.45 at Plymstock United Church Plymstock Road: contact 402340; Wednesdays 10.30-12 noon at Mount Gould Methodist Church Hall: contact 560289; Wednesdays 1.15pm-2.45pm at Emmanuel Church Hall Mannamead: contact 768890.

A monthly meeting is held on the second Tuesday of every month at Emmanuel Church Hall; Monthly Drop In with Dance Session: Contact 55665; Carers coffee meet first Monday of the month: contact 704075.

Other activities include lunches, outings, and an annual holiday.

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

Plymouth City Roller Derby Roller Derby is in your city and recruiting now! The only Roller Derby club in the West Devon - East Cornwall region, Plymouth City Roller Derby has been an active bouting club since 2010, achieving a clean sweep of wins for our female travel team at all our 2018 British Championship bouts. We are a skater owned and operated CIC and accepting new starters. Roller Derby is a full contact sport, participants must be 18+. sessions Wednesdays 8-10pm at YMCA John Kitto for all new recruits, 1st taster session free, £5 per session thereafter. 2nd session 2 participants for the price of one if bringing a friend. No skating experience required to begin. See www.plymouthcityrollerderby.co.uk/joinus for more details.

USEFUL NUMBERS Emergency Numbers

Police, Fire, Ambulance or Coastguard 999 or 112 Police general enquiries 101 Derriford Hospital 01752 202082 Electricity, Western Power Distribution 0800 678 3105 Gas, Transco (Gas Emergency Service) 0800 111999 Water, South West Water 0344 3462020 Environment Agency (Emergency) 0800 807060 RSPCA 0300 1234 999

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the city and last year it supported 150 callers from Plymouth through its Macmillan Service Support Line.

Everyone Active’s centres in Plymouth will be hosting a number of fundraising activities over the next two years to ensure they reach the fundraising goal.

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.

Devon Family History Society Fourth Tuesday of month Come along to our meetings and hear interesting and varied talks. Occasionally, we hold members evening where people can give a resume on their family history.

If anyone is hitting a brick wall, members will offer advice on how to resolve it. Meetings take place at Sturgeon Hall, Mutley Plain, (parking is free),starting at 7.30pm. Light refreshments are available. Any queries on membership or meetings please contact markparkman@icloud.com My Health, My Way Various dates Free four week courses running throughout 2019/20.

Helps participants develop knowledge, skills and confidence to self-manage the challenges of living with a health condition. Workshops are delivered by volunteers who are also living with a long-term health condition themselves. For more details contact Lorraine Grave at Improving Lives Plymouth on 01752 201892 or visit www.improvinglivesplymouth.org.uk Discovery Writing Group First Friday of the month A small community of writers who meet to write and discuss writing, and to encourage one another to maintain our creative momentum. Prose, poems, scripts, whatever. All welcome. Writing games and exercises, opportunities to share work and publishing possibilities. Latest info on Plymouth cultural activities over free beverages. Donations welcome. Meet at The Clipper on Union Street 10am to 12 noon. Details James Bridgwater 07506716546 bridgwaterjg@gmail.com National Trust Plymouth Centre St Peter’s Lutheran Church, 19 Larkham Lane, Plympton.

Meetings are held on the last Wednesday of the month at 2pm. Entrance is £3 for members and £4 for nonmembers, which includes light refreshments. For more information regarding membership please contact Judy Unitt on 01752 290437 or email judy.ntt@gmail.com Devon and Cornwall Carving Club Tuesday (term time) 7 pm – 9 pm At Sir John Hunt Community Sports College, Lancaster Gardens, Whitleigh, Plymouth. Cost of membership is

Age UK Plymouth 01752 256020 Adoption UK 0844 848 7900 Al-Anon Family Groups 020 7403 088 Alcoholics Anonymous 0800 917 7650 Carers UK 020 7378 4999 Childline 0800 1111 Christians Against Poverty (Debt Advice) 0800 328 0006 Crossline Listening Service 01752 666777 Cruse Bereavement Care 0870 1671677 Devon & Cornwall Food Association 07410 977598 Disability & Information Advice Line 01302 310123 Drug Addicts Anonymous: Helpline 07818260811 Money Advice Plymouth (Debt Advice) 01752 208126 NSPCC Child Protection Helpline 0808 8005000 National Missing Persons Helpline 0500 700700 NHS Direct 0845 4647 National Domestic Violence Helpline 0808 2000247 Money Advice Plymouth (Debt Advice) 01752 208126 Osteoporosis Support Group 075958 500314 Overeaters Anonymous 07000 784 985 Parentline Plus 0808 8002222 Relateline 0845 1304010 Samaritans 116 123 Talk to Frank 0800 776600 Shelterline 0808 8004444 Stroke Helpline 0303 3033 100 West Country Landlords Assn 01752 242980

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RAC Green Flag Rail Travel, national enquiries Plymouth Citybus National Express Coaches Brittany Ferries Cremyll Ferry Torpoint Ferry Tourist Information Passport Office, National Helpline

08000 828282 0800 400600 08457 484950 01752 662271 08717 818181 08705 360360 01752 822105 01752 812233 01752 266030 0870 5210410

Entertainment Theatre Royal 01752 267222 Barbican Theatre 01752 267131 Devonport Playhouse 01752 606507 Plymouth Athenaeum Theatre 01752 266079 Plymouth Pavilions 01752 936363 Plymouth Pavilions Ticket Store 03337 727727 Reel Cinema 01752 225553 Vue Cinema 0345 308 4620 Tourist Information 01752 306330 National Trust Saltram 01752 333500 Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery 01752 304774 Plymouth Arts Centre 01752 206114

Leisure Plymouth Life Centre 01752 606900 Brickfields Recreation Ground 01752 563320 Manadon Football Dev’ment Centre 01752 201918 Plympton Swimming Pool 0870 300 0020 Plymouth Pavilions 0845 146 1460 Megabowl, Coxside 0871 5501010 Tourist Information 01752 306330 The Beckly Centre, Plymstock 01752 484433

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From apprentice to boss - the career journey of Carl Heslop

Work experience with a local building firm led Carl Heslop on to two courses at City College Plymouth - and he now owns a construction business with a turnover of £6million working with global giants such as Mars and Princess Yachts.

The 44-year-old from Plymstock has worked in the building trade since leaving school and set up Plymouth-based Obedair Construction four years ago.

Carl realised how much he enjoyed the building industry during work experience with Hill and Lang when he was 17, so went on to do a two-year ONC in Building at City College, later returning to do a three-year degree in the subject.

The courses were part-time meaning he worked four days a week for Hill and Lang, and later Morgan Sindall, and went to college one day a week.

Carl said: “We are essentially a principal contractor so we manage the whole process and do most of our work business to business. We generally work for companies who are looking to develop, expand and alter their existing business premises.

“We work for all the local authorities and there

Advertise to

over 21,000

homes in Plympton and Plymstock

are three global clients that we’re working with.

From a blank sheet of paper to where we are now, it’s grown quite rapidly.”

Before setting up Obedair, highlights of Carl’s career included being involved in the preparation of the Royal William Yard for its massive redevelopment back in 1998 to 2001.

He worked on completely refurbishing the New Cooperage, including re-roofing the Grade 1 listed building, its windows, surveying stonework and scaffolding every building.

The company does a lot of heritage work, and has just finished the £1.2million redevelopment of Pearn House, another listed building.

And it’s not just smaller firms Obedair deals with. They are working with global clients Becton Dickinson in Roborough, having finished a £3.5million job for them last year and now moving on to an extension to their warehouse.

They do client lounges for Princess Yachts and some internal alterations for the manufacturing spaces at Wrigleys, owned by Mars.

Carl said: “At this stage of the business to be working for three global clients is great.”

But it was when he was 17 that Carl got his first taste of construction, when he did work experience during his A Levels at Stoke Damerel

Community College. Carl said: “I didn’t know anything about the industry but I enjoyed it, enjoyed the environment, and enjoyed the type of work I was doing.”

His plan had been to go to university but he spent the last year of his A Levels working for Hill and Lang for free every Friday, when he had no lectures. They then asked him to stay, offering him an Apprenticeship-type role.

He enrolled on City College’s ONC in Building which he did one day a week for two years. He then did the HNC course at Exeter College and returned to Plymouth to do the degree in Building, again at City College.

Studying at the same time as working meant Carl could not only earn money but also put the skills he was learning at College to the test straight away.

He said: “I’m someone who likes to see the relevance of what I’m learning so the good thing about the course was that you’re learning your trade, you’re earning money and also seeing the relevance of what you’re learning at college.

“Therefore you can relate the two and it really helped to get the academic knowledge alongside the practical knowledge as it complements each other.”

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Carl Heslop...from apprentice to boss

During his degree, Carl did some management modules which sparked his interest. He later went into managerial roles and ran two businesses, eventually doing a masters degree at the University of Warwick.

He added: “I probably wouldn’t have known about what management is, and that was my first taste of it at City College.

“It broadened my horizons to other disciplines within the industry rather than just the bubble I would have been in.”

Carl says the industry, as it is today, has plenty of opportunities for young people to study alongside working in construction.

He said: “There are many opportunities in the industry, particularly in construction, where doing your qualifications alongside experience is a bit of a golden ticket really.”

If you are interested in starting a career in the construction and building industry, explore the range of courses and apprenticeships that City College Plymouth has on offer by attending our Open Day on August 23, by calling 01752 305300 or by visiting cityplym.ac.uk.

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September 2019

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