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Hello
and welcome... ….to November’s edition of Love Saltash There is, believe it or not, a lot to be excited about, so don’t let the climate - globally, politically and just locally wet and windy - get you down. At the beginning of the month we have the fabulous Kalan Gwav, with local fireworks over Warfelton Field.
At the end of the month, you can sail down the Tamar to get the best view of Illuminate Festival, opening the Mayflower 400 Programme with a spectacular light festival in the Royal William Yard and Barbican Plymouth, and Mount Edgcumbe here in Cornwall.
Sarah-Linda Johnson is a qualified teacher of both mindfulness and the Alexander Technique. She offers mindfulness courses/ taster and refresher sessions in Saltash. Check out her timely article on preparing for Christmas on Page 28. For more information call 07875269915 or visit www. plymouthalexandertechnique.co.uk/
So, don’t forget to let your lights shine, get the decorations ready and polished and be ready to celebrate. We need a bit of brightness right now!
Karen
This month’s front cover is the front page of a new anthology of poetry and prose written in the main by local children, reflecting on the hardships of those in active service during WW1. It is a free publication published by The Saltash Great War Commemorative Events Committee and sponsored by MVV and Howton Solar Farm. For more information see page 10.
Visit us on Facebook and Twitter @lovesaltash and read us online at cornerstonevision.com/plymouth-publications/love-saltash Love Saltash is published by Cornerstone Vision Visit us on Facebook and Twitter @lovesaltash Editorial: Contact karen@cornerstonevision.com Design: Contact leah@cornerstonevision.com Front Cover: Saltash Remembers Anthology of Poetry and Prose The views expressed in Love Saltash are not necessarily those of the publishers. Every effort is taken to ensure the accuracy of all information contained in this magazine. However, the
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Contents 6 - 7
Kalan Gwav - Saltash Laughs in the
Face of Winter
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Great News for the Tamara Estate
Page 6
10 - 11 Saltash Remembers 12
Time to Put Things Right
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Football’s Feminine Side
20 - 21 Looking Towards the Future in
Education
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Road Safety
28 - 29 The Present of Mindfulness 34 - 35 James in Flight at Adrenalin Quarry 36
Update on Helen’s Fundraising
Page 24
38 - 39 Climate March in Saltash 40
Flying High
42 - 43 Promoting Positive Mental Health 44 - 45 Outstanding Natural Beauty On
Our Doorstep
46 - 47 Art at Ashtorre 48
Love a Coffee... But Which One?
50 - 51 Sir Robert Geffery’s Pre-school 52 - 53 Grace Notes Acapella 54
Page 38
Police Choir
55 - 63 Out and About 60
30th Anniversary of the Saltash
Music, Speech and Drama Festival
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Calstock Arts
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Kalan Gwav Saltash Laughs in the Face of Winter
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Epic wheelbarrow racing at the Kalan Gwav
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This year’s Kalan Gwav on November 2 starting at 4pm on Warfelton Field is once again brought to you by the same intrepid team, enabling Saltash to celebrate together, whatever the weather! Kalan Gwav, meaning the first day of winter in Cornish, is based on the traditional festival of Allantide, known elsewhere as Halloween and honouring the little-known Cornish saint St. Allan. Unlike Halloween Kalan Gwav doesn’t celebrate the dead but the apple as a sign of life and immortality. The celebrations include stalls to browse, perhaps to dabble in early Christmas shopping, games and competitions including the fast-paced excitement of the Wheelbarrow Races organised by the same genius Saltash team from Redeemer Church Plymouth that hosts the Saltash Regatta Cardboard Boat Race.
Enter online via the Kalan Gwav facebook page or simply show up on the starting line at 4pm – wheelbarrows, apple bobbing and hail bales provided! There is a touch of ceremony with some music, dancing and a wassail around the Saltash Beacon led this year led by dancers from the Geraldine Lamb Dance School. Schoolchildren are all invited to join in and bring pots and pans and whistles to make some noise to frighten off those evil Winter spirits led by the Guardian of the Apple, Roger Smith. Hot cinnamon doughnuts, mugs of hot chocolate, or flasks of something stronger, Hectic dancing to keep your feet from frostbite, and loads and loads of laughs for all the family. So wrap up warm, laugh in the face of the weather and join us for loads of fun and of course the all-important fireworks finale! If you’ve not yet experienced the apple magic that is the Kalan Gwav, don’t miss this year’s event on 2 November.
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Community
Great News for the Tamara Estate housing needs of the community at that time. The room sizes and layouts as well as the way they were constructed and insulated were appropriate back then but standards have greatly improved these days and people expect better layouts, insulation and general living standards. They were built before car ownership was common which is part of the reason why the roads are narrow and there is not enough car parking. There are parts of the estate with underutilised spaces, unlit pathways, isolated and unobserved play areas. There are homes with steep narrow external staircases, damp problems and poor layouts such as downstairs bathrooms off kitchens. The Council would like to build modern, welldesigned homes to meet different family sizes. Currently the average sized home on the estate is significantly smaller than the national space standards for a new 2 bedroom home. They also want to make sure that homes don’t suffer from noise problems and to create safe communal spaces, making Tamara a place where people want to live and stay. Residents can record their views on the specially created web page https://www.tamaraestate.info/ the-future-for-our-homes/. Artists impression
Cornwall Council has been successful in getting funding from the Government’s Homes & Community Agency to undertake some feasibility work looking at ways to improve the Tamara Estate. The money will cover the early costs such as community engagement, initial planning and technical studies. Despite redevelopment plans being aborted over 20 years ago, the area has not been forgotten and there are architects impressions in place of what could be done. (see above). However Cornwall Council want to fully involve local people in any development, rather than decide on their behalf. (Never the best way!) They are hoping to gather a small team of 6 volunteers to make a Friends of Tamara group. This would be a balanced mix of Cornwall Housing tenants and home owners from across the estate. The volunteers could act as part of the project team, maybe visiting a housing regeneration development and representing the community as ambassadors. The estate was built in the 1930’s to meet the
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We are a not-for-profit voluntary group, open to everyone living or working in Saltash and the surrounding area www.cepl12.co.uk
Find out about the Saltash Hopper, and make bookings, buy tickets. Find out about Volunteering for us or for other local organisations Make contact with Dementia Voice for advice and support We also manage 18 Belle Vue Road, hosting Citizens Advice and the Foodbank, and have a keen interest in Pop-Up shops!
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SALTASH REMEMBERS Saltash has had a proud tradition supporting the many residents that have seen active service or been otherwise involved with the Armed Forces. It’s the inevitable result of being so close to a Naval Dockyard, attracting so many young men and women to join up. The Saltash & District Branch of the RBL is holding its Festival of Remembrance on October 26 at 7.30pm
Saltash war memorial
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with music from RWindband, St Stephens School Choir and Burraton Male Voice Choir. And there will of course be the traditional Remembrance Day services on Sunday 10 at 2pm, Wesley Church and Monday 11 at 11am, on Fore Street. There is also a more nuanced local tribute to all those men and women whose lives were cut short by war. Recently in Ashtorre Rock, the anthology of poetry that we have highlighted on our front cover this month was launched. “Saltash Remembers” was commissioned by the Saltash Great War Commemorative Events Committee and includes poetry and prose by young people from schools in Plymouth and Saltash as well as two First World War poets – at the launch Tony Marsh read out a poem by Alfred Lichtenstein, a German soldier. The publishing of the Anthology was the culmination of a project of events run by the Committee who commissioned local actor Andrew Blackwell, to inspire and challenge young people through two well known war poems, Rupert Brookes, “The Soldier” written in 1914
in Germany and the UK remember their sacrifice.” A true inter-generational work, we’d encourage you to buy a copy and remember that we need to work on being together, being able to reconcile our differences and to move into the future with hope.
Close up of a hand painted pebble with all the romance of youth and optimism and “Dulce et Decorum Est” by Wilfrid Owen with its great challenge to the patriotism and swagger that had held sway at the outset of the war. Andrew explains that the poetry anthology was conceived to offer an opportunity for a new generation to reflect on the sacrifices made by our forebears, and the resulting work definitely shows a sense of understanding and connection from the young writers to the plight of those on the Front Line. The Anthology was sponsored by Howton Solar Farm Fund in Cornwall and MVV Environment Devonport Ltd. As an Anglo-German company MVV explained that they sponsored this project for all of those, from all nations, who have lost their lives in conflict, adding, “our teams
Pebble memorial in Saltash’s Peace Garden
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Community
TIME TO PUT THINGS RIGHT inscribed so they remained unmentioned.
In the
aftermath of both wars, “in the outburst of grief”,
By Barry Brooking
there were also startling inaccuracies – there’s even a
In April 1941, on the worst two days of destruction that Plymouth had witnessed, Fire Crews from across the region, from as far as Newquay, were called in as volunteers to help manage the fire storm that had been caused as the result of the Blitz. Six Firemen from Saltash volunteered. One, my Grandfather, had already done a full day’s work but went with the young crew as an experienced trainer. He knew something of the harrowing scenes they were about to witness as he had been a veteran of WW1. Alas, all six were killed as the fire truck they were travelling in ran over an incendiary device in the road. I ran a campaign some years ago when it came to light that two of these men were not listed on any memorial, as I wanted to get their names added. However, the campaign was defeated when the costs demanded to alter an existing monument were estimated in their tens of thousands. Some good has come of this….and in the research that has followed it was revealed that there are astonishing omissions from our war memorials. Some families could not afford the cost of their loved ones’ names
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story of one man who stood year on year to remember the dead opposite his local memorial, alongside the inscription of his own name. As an ex Royal Marine Commando, I have served in more recent conflicts alongside friends who have also lost their lives. I would dearly like to see a new memorial established in our Peace Garden to honour all those from Saltash who have died in war. I am hopeful that the passions aroused that caused so many of us to turn out on the street for last years Remembrance Parade would mean that we could show our sensitivity and compassion for our fellow citizens and their families in a practical and permanent way of remembrance. I am told a new memorial would cost much less than what was quoted to add a few names. And there is precedent – the original memorials were funded by old fashioned crowdfunding from donations from the community, which is comparatively simple to organise online now if there is someone who wishes to take up the mantle. Torpoint unveiled two new memorials to both service and civilian dead from WW2 recently from funding from its Council, RBL, Community Groups and affected families. If this has got you thinking, please do get in touch with your local Saltash Councillor as I am hoping to talk with them soon to see what can be done.
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Sport
Kev pictured with Saltash Borough Ladies following their outstanding success against Penryn, September 2019
FOOTBALL’S FEMININE SIDE
The 2019 FIFA (International Federation of Football
Saltmill, and the women’s team.
“This gives an exit route for players who finish youth
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football to stay within the club set up.
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“The current youth set up has four girl’s teams at
These events were spectacular and whetted the
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football club that is gaining interest and respect.
Kev was delighted to report that, six of the current
I have recently been speaking with Kev Roberts, who
youth play in the ladies team, and he was hoping that
is one of Saltash’s leading lights, and with others in
there will be more ladies coming forward to play.
his Club, works tirelessly to promote youth football
I’ve been privileged to attend countless awards
in Saltash.
ceremonies and have first hand evidence of the
Team Manager Kev said: “Saltash Borough Ladies was
shared enthusiasm of Kev and all the coaches,
formed last season to play friendlies and to see what
managers, team players and the parents at Saltash
interest there would be. It has turned out to be a
Youth. The Club is proud to provide players of all
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abilities a chance to play and embrace football
to enter a team in the Cornwall Women’s League this
at all levels of the game. I can confidently say that
Article by Sue Hooper
Association) Women’s World Cup took place
Season.”
the young people respond and have great regard
Kev continued: “Saltash Borough Ladies,
and respect for all the volunteers and supporters
play their home matches at Saltmill, in
associated with Saltash Youth.
Saltash, and recently got off to a good start
The Club is always looking for new players, especially
beating Penryn 4- 0.
in the younger age groups of girl’s football.
“The idea of Saltash Youth was to form two
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Education
Looking Towards the “The ability to listen and learn from one another
has always been vital in parliament, in business and
policy makers and people of influence.
Teresa Lindeyer, Chair of Governors at Bishop
in most aspects of daily life. But at
Cornish,
this moment in time, as national and
delighted to be recognised for the
global events continue to reiterate, it
successful work we do creating a
is uncommonly crucial that we forge
nurturing, spiritual, creative and
new channels of communication
exciting
and reinforce existing ones. The
to school life for our children, giving
following article from Bishop Cornish
them a strong foundation on which
CE Primary School is an attempt to do
they can build.
just that.” So begins an introduction by former Secretary of State for Education, now
Saltash,
said,
cross-curricular
“We’re
approach
“It is no coincidence that our
Head Teacher Sue Green
Christian
distinctiveness goes hand
in hand with seeing the children ‘as
Lord David Blunkett and Lord Eric Pickles, former
a whole’, going beyond the purely academic and
MP, in the Parliamentary Review – a journal that
allowing the children to develop their own personal
highlights best practice nationwide by sector leaders,
spiritual journey which, in turn, has an impact on
and is read by 500,000 leading business executives,
their relationships, behaviour and attitudes. Bishop
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e Future in Education Cornish works hard to provide exciting experiences
chickens, doves and ducks, five Anglo-Nubian goats
to enrich understanding, develop spiritual reflection
and many gorgeous guinea pigs, all cared for by the
and invoke a sense of wonder and awe at the world
children, staff and parents. The children collect and
around us, encouraging the children to live out these
cook free-range eggs as well as learning essential
values both in their Christian community at school as
animal husbandry skills.
well as the wider community. Â
Head Teacher Sue Green and her team of
Highlights of what to expect from an education
supportive, committed staff and the governors have
at Bishop Cornish are an actual high street where
developed a unique nursery facility attached to
Key Stage 2 children can use role play to develop
the school and are exploring ways for ecumenical
maths skills by using genuine tills and grocery scales.
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ROAD SAFETY
Adrian Foss is the coordinator of Community
loose football, the badly lit bicycle, the wandering
Speedwatch Saltash.
pedestrian, the exuberant child in the worst case.
He can be seen regularly around Saltash with his
Though many complain of the restrictions that speed
team, George, Paul, Pauline and Jane, making sure
limits put on busy lives, our community is better in
that we all keep speeds down in and around Saltash.
the long run.
The team of volunteers monitor cars in areas of 20,
“It is acknowledged at the highest level in our police
30 or 40mph limits. If the camera zaps, the registered
service that excessive speed accounts for the greater
owner of the vehicle is notified by post and the driver
proportion of the 4000 plus annual accidental deaths
is identified as a part of a process of education of the
in Great Britain. Thus, in Saltash we do our bit to
need to comply. Repeated breaches of the speed
help reduce those grim figures with the Devon and
limits noted can lead to penalty points on a driver’s
Cornwall Citizens in Policing Scheme, Community
licence. There will be plenty of advance warning that
Speedwatch, run by volunteers.
monitoring is taking place with large 1.2 X 0.75-meter
“Although we are few in number, we do put on
signs and with a tripod mounted radar device.
a useful service that improves road safety in our
Adrian explains why he is passionate about the
borough. Safety could improve even further with a
programme.
larger team so if people would like to sign up then
“Road safety in Saltash is something for all of us
the person to contact is PCSO Mary Wells or PCSO
whether pedestrian, passenger, driver or rider.
Tom Cornwell at Saltash Police Station. There will be
Speed limits are designed to create a safe road
a course of training to complete before any sessions
system, especially in built up areas where the risks to
monitoring traffic so why not consider coming to join
people and property, especially people, are at their
us and help improve road safety.”
greatest. But even with speed limits, it is always the
Mary’s email address is
unexpected that catches us out, the stray dog, the
mary.wells@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk
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The Present of Mindfulness Health
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Last year we moved house 11 days before Christmas,
looking for inspiration maybe we can enjoy visiting
having just got back from holiday two days earlier.
local craft fairs, give gift vouchers or agree to make
Although it was obviously a busy time, it didn’t feel
charity donations.
stressful. This made me reflect on what it is that
The biggest gift we can give ourselves (and others)
creates stress, especially at this time of year.
is the gift of presence. And this is a huge stress-
While we may not buy into the image of a ‘perfect’
buster. Why not make a note of some of the things
Christmas that is often portrayed in adverts and films
you really enjoy and appreciate about Christmas
(stylishly decorated trees, lavish tables groaning with
and then deliberately schedule some time for these
food effortlessly prepared by a beautiful hostess,
things, things you choose to do rather than have to.
happy families playing games in front of a log fire) ,it
So, if you like cooking, set aside some time when you
is still easy to get swept along with the momentum.
can pre-prepare food for the freezer. And instead
Believe it or not, the thing that causes the most
of thinking about all the other things that need
stress at Christmas is
doing, be in the moment
our thoughts.
and savour the colours,
relatives,
Cranky
endless
to-
textures and aromas as
do lists, car journeys
you cook.
and tight budgets all
maybe enlist the help of a
present challenges but
friend or family member
it is our thoughts and
or play your favourite
expectations
music. Do the same with
of
what
Christmas ‘should’ look and feel like that dictate
Have fun –
decorating the tree or
A very peaceful Sarah Linda Johnson
how we feel and amplify
wrapping the presents. If you send cards, take
time to think about the person you are writing to
thinking tends to lump everything in together until it
and the good wishes you are sending them. When
becomes a huge mountain that has to be climbed and
you deliberately give any of these activities your full
conquered. We talk about the ‘run up to’ Christmas,
attention, when you really choose to do them, you
which implies a sense of constant doing, culminating
have transformed them from being ‘another chore
in a grand finale. No wonder we feel exhausted.
to be done’ to being something that makes you feel
We may not think that we have time to be mindful at
good.
such a busy time of year, but it is a great way to reduce
At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter
stress and put back some of the enjoyment around
if you run out of something or the tree is
Christmas.
Instead of automatically ploughing
wonky or you don’t like the present Aunty
through all the tasks, it’s worth stepping out of the
Ethel gave you or you didn’t make your own
race and asking what really matters. We may find it is
mince pies. It’s only our automatic thinking
simpler than we thought - spending quality time with
that tells us these are problems. So this
loved ones, enjoying some good food or having time
year, why not let go of these thoughts and
to reflect on and appreciate what we have.
give yourself the gift of being present and,
Bearing this in mind, we can focus on what we really
after a little bit of planning and preparation, take
want rather than impulse buying and over-spending.
time to savour and enjoy the things that you love
Instead of trawling around the shops last minute
about Christmas.
Article by Sarah-Linda Johnson
and prolong the stress and anxiety. And automatic
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Business
Barman John and regulars at The Bullers Arms
As chair of Saltash Lions, Neil Challen is no stranger to hard work, and supported by his
gone but the atmosphere remains the same, just a lot cleaner!”
wife Gloria he has added another string to his bow
The pub has live music on a Sunday evening when
as landlord of the Bullers Arms, Landrake.
there is a chance of a decent band, and a great
They were attracted to its charm, despite it being
secluded decked outside space, made all the more
hidden under a fair few years of neglect, and have
intimate and charming with fairy lights.
spent the last 12 months freshening up the place,
It’s a perfect venue for family get togethers and
making sure it is clean and attractive for the many
functions as one of the rooms can be shut off from
regulars and visitors through the doors.
the rest of the pub, preventing any escaping children,
Neil explained that his new life is more hectic than
who are welcomed onto the premises because of the
the 9 to 5 he was used to in his previous job, but the
Village licence.
friendly village community atmosphere of the Bullers
Neil and his team can provide a full buffet for events,
Arms is what persuaded him to take the plunge. The
and the proximity to the local church make The
pub is wonderfully traditional – open fires and log
Bullers Arms a good choice for Christenings and
burners in the winter, a Euchre league meeting on
Funerals.
Monday evenings, Darts matches on Fridays, a piano
Originally called the New Inn in the early 1800s, the
available for tinkering and sing songs, and a Quiz
Bullers has strong links to the local village, some
night on the first Wednesday of the month.
regulars have been drinking here for over fifty years.
His regulars are very pleased with the improvements
Many a carnival has been organised at its tables;
Neil has brought to this already welcoming.
many decisions made at a quiet table in the corner.
“The Beer is good, “said one, “And you know the pub
Let’s face it, this local pub is going to be in demand
is open because the lights are on!”
for the next fifty years at least!
Bar tender John explained, “The Spit and Sawdust is
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The Dangers of Leaving Loose ends can be avoided by Making a Will by Melanie Cotteril
It is always a sad time when a relationship or marriage comes to an end, especially when there are children involved. I am often approached by clients who have been through the trauma of a relationship Melanie Cotteril breakdown and they assure me they have properly dealt with division of all the financial assets following the separation themselves without the need for legal advice. Whilst this may at first glance seem a sensible thing to do, many people fail to consider the ramifications if the job is not done properly: Ask yourself this:• Have you notified your Pension provider of your change in circumstances to ensure your death in service benefit is not assigned to your former spouse or partner? • Have you ensured your death in service benefit can be paid to your children, and stipulated the age you would want them to benefit if that is what you want? • Have you named a guardian for your children if you die whilst they are still minors? • As your former partner or spouse will often still be entitled to your Pension benefit, have you assigned it to your children or new partner? • Did you know an estranged spouse or former spouse who has not remarried is entitled to make a claim against your estate under the Inheritance (Provisions for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 and have you done all you can to prevent this from happening?
• Did you know if you are not formally divorced, and die without a Will in place, your estranged spouse will be entitled to the first £250,000 of your estate if you have children, or £450,000 if you have no children but parents or siblings survive you? It is equally as distressing for an unmarried partner from a long term relationship to call in to seek help to administer their late partner’s affairs where they have died without a Will. Having to tell the distraught loved one that their late partner’s estranged spouse is the person legally entitled to manage the estate and will inherit their assets is heart wrenching. My 17 years of experience in this area of law has taught me never to leave things to chance. Often agreements made between separating partners are made with the best intentions but do not cover all eventualities and can lead to unintended consequences. Why not contact me, Melanie Cotterill at Roper James to ensure you know what will happen and who you are protecting, should you die without having formally made your Will. Roper James are delighted to confirm, Teresa Cusson, an expert in Divorce and Family Law with 30 years of experience has joined our friendly professional team. Guiding people through divorce and separation agreements to ensure parents and grandparents can maintain those priceless family relationships with their loved ones when all seems lost is Teresa’s speciality. Free consultations are available at a time to suit you, so what have you got to lose, call now on 01752 546448 or if more convenient, email melaniecotterill@roperjames.co.uk or teresacusson@roperjames.co.uk www.roperjames.co.uk
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James in Flight at Adrenalin Quarry James Lichtenstein is a young man who is not
real.
afraid of hard work.
James, who is from Chicago, made the switch to
You could just say that he was not afraid, period.
diving as a sport from first gymnastics and then
But that would be a massive underestimate of
trampolining when he was just 16.
the degree of commitment he has to training and
He made his first high dive when he was 20,
developing his body to achieve something breath
and has been training ever since, travelling and
taking, and extremely dangerous.
appearing in shows to improve all the time. He is
James is a high diver, travelling the globe to find
aiming for the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series,
sites where he can train and practice his art. And
something that local divers, Owen Weymouth and
we were lucky enough to catch up with him in the
Aidan Heslop also train for.
UK.
Answering why he does it, James shrugs in a quiet
“Adrenalin Quarry is owned by some high diving
way, “More time in the air for tricks I guess” he
aficionados” James explained. “They offer a
says. “It is scary every time – even climbing up to
practice area where I can dive from approximately
the platform is daunting especially in the wind,
24 metres, just three metres under the 27 that I
and your body can only copy with doing three
would be expected to dive from in competition.
or four dives in a day as it’s too dangerous to get
The guys at the quarry have hewn three platforms
tired and lose focus.”
out of the rock to help people like me and the
James funds pushing his body to its limits himself,
other divers who train at Plymouth Life Centre.”
although, as he says, sponsorship would be nice.
The high diving board in Olympic Swimming Pools
He travels all over, staying as cheaply as he can
is just 10 metres.
in Air BnBs – Czech Republic, Switzerland, and is
James takes just three seconds to reach the water,
looking at sites in China, as there are so few places
travelling so fast – over sixty miles an hour – that
where Extreme High Diving can be practised.
he needs to enter feet first to protect his head.
Who knew one of those sites was on our doorstep?
His time in Adrenalin Quarry has to be authorised,
You can view more spectacular photos and follow
and qualified rescuers need to be in the water
James on Instagram @jamesdlich.
each time he dives, as the risk to his body is very
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Community
update on helen’s fundraising In a previous edition of Love Saltash we highlighted
every evening went to bed somewhere different. It
the fundraising efforts of Helen Tempest who was
was tiring mentally and physically, and by day three
once again using her free time for a great cause.
in Champex, my legs were aching badly, but I wasn’t
We thought it would be nice for you to read how
going to fall at the final hurdle and powered through.
it went.
The final day was by far the toughest, the climb
Helen writes, “In September I took part in a three-
to Col de la Forclaz seemed like it would never end,
day trek across the Mount Blanc region of the Alps
it was a very steep incline for about four hours, but
raising money and awareness for the British Lung
that feeling coming down the other side to the finish
Foundation, in memory of my Dad who sadly passed
was just incredible, and a feeling I will never forget.
away from COPD in 2016.
Helen went on to say that the earlier article was a
The trek started from Val Ferret and we climbed for
huge success, helping her to smash her fundraising
hours before reaching our first summit. The views
target, and raising a whopping £2200 for the Lung
were breath-taking, but it was extremely cold. The
Foundation thanks to all of you lovely Saltash
weather was for the most part on our side and
residents.
eight hours later we reached La Fouly, a beautiful
Having recovered, she has set her sight on taking
traditional Swiss village where we could get our head
part in the Inca Trail next year up to Machu Picchu,
down for the night in dorms.
so watch this space to support her once again!
Every morning we woke up somewhere new and
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Community
Taking to the Streets
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Saltash is definitely keeping itself abreast and
old door given a new lease of life by Environmental
involved in the most important issues – locally and
Citizen of the Year Marianne!)
globally.
Maureen continued, “We processed on to the
About 30 passionate people organised an event to
Guildhall where the door was presented to Mayor
draw attention to the climate catastrophe which our
Gloria Challen who agreed that we could erect it
world is currently experiencing. Most were members
inside the foyer for people to see on their way to the
of the recently formed Saltash branch of Extinction
event held there that day.”
Rebellion, supported by members of the Liskeard
Three new members were recruited on the day.
and Plymouth branches, members of Saltash
The Extinction Rebellion Movement is using non
Environmental Action and and concerned members
violent direct action to call for three main actions:
of the public.
Government must tell the truth by declaring a
These ordinary citizens of all ages and from all walks
Climate and Ecological Emergency, working with
of life aim to bring home the seriousness of the
other institutions to communicate the urgency for
situation which the planet is in, spread the word and
change.
encourage people to join the movement.
Government must act now to halt biodiversity loss and reduce greenhouse emissions to net zero by
Gardens at the top of Fore Street to the Guildhall at
2025.
the bottom. Many banners and placards were waved,
As this issue is beyond politics, Government must
and songs sung reflecting the global situation. Ex
create and be led by the decisions of a Citizens’
town crier Mr Whipp led in full regalia with much “O
Assembly on climate and ecological justice. (A
Yay” ing and ringing of his bell.
Citizens’ Assembly brings people together to learn,
Maureen Kemp, an active member of SEA said,
deliberate and make recommendations on an issue
“Many leaflets were given out and people seemed
of public concern. Similar to jury service, members
very willing to take them.
are randomly selected from the population by a
Article by Extinction Rebellion Saltash
The event took the form of a march from Victoria
“We paused briefly on both road crossings
process called sortition.)
on the way down, and stopped beside the
If you’re interested in joining XR please contact @
lower crossing where the full Extinction
saltashextinction on Facebook and twitter. Not all of
Rebellion Declaration was read out in a
us have to be as active as Maureen who has recently
loud commanding voice! Mr Whipp then
written to all her friends explaining why she is
added some words of his own and a copy of
propelled by a deep concern for our world and what
the Declaration was symbolically nailed to
it happening to it. She adds, “There are many roles
the“Number 10 Downing Street “door! (An
which are not confrontational or risk arrest!”
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Community
FLYING HIGH A local lecturer is celebrating after successfully completing his journey to gain his Private Pilot’s license. Carpentry lecturer, at Cornwall College St Austell and Saltash, Roger Edgecombe, has “always found a need” to challenge himself “both mentally and physically”. “As a lecturer I feel it is good to put yourself in the student position to keep in touch with the feelings they go through as we teach them,” he continued. “I had always seen flying as inspirational and something other people could do but not me. Finally, as I approached my 60th birthday, I wanted a new challenge. It was then that I realised that the only thing stopping me from learning to fly was me.” Roger joined Bodmin Airfied, and after completing a series of training sessions over a few months Roger has now flown his final flight as a student. The final flight was his official general skills test, to determine that his flying skills were at a level sufficient for him to be granted a full Private Pilot
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Licence, which allows him to fly solo, or with friends of his choice, on every future occasion. Roger said people will be surprised how far they can push themselves to achieve things they never thought they could. “The reward is an increased self-confidence and the excitement of knowing you are expanding your own experience,” he added. “While I had practiced the final assessment many times over the last eight months as I built my experience and flying time, it was challenging and the two hour assessment went very quickly.” “I now plan to continue flying and help others to experience the excitement of flying and seeing the fantastic Cornish countryside from the air.” Head of Department for Technology at Cornwall College St Austell and Saltash, Jamie Rowley, said the College is “proud of Roger’s ambition”. “He is always up for a challenge, and this is an excellent achievement when you consider that Roger only took up this personal challenge at the start of the year.”
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National exhibitors were also present to speak to students and distribute information including the Police, Samaritans, Stagecoach, Live Wire, Better Leisure, Barclays, Army, Samaritans, Royal Airforce, NHS as well as Prisym nightclub. Chair of the Student Union, Andrew Mourelle-Nash, said “there was a real buzz” around campus for the Fresher’s Fair.
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Dance class
Promoting positive mental health Students at Saltash Community School have been taking part in a wide range of wellbeing activities as part of their morning tutorial programme. Each week, students participate in structured activities to develop their character and resilience. Sessions range from yoga to animal therapy, from dance to de-stress techniques. One year 10 student commented on the programme, stating ‘It really helps me prepare mentally for the day ahead’. Another student in Year 9 said, ‘I’ve been able to try some new things I’ve never done before, like Yoga!’ The wellbeing mornings are an extension to the school support services. For example, the school
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has a morning triage system which consists of local volunteer youth workers who offer advice to students who may need support. All students chose from a selection of wellbeing activities on offer and take part in the session once a week. Other mornings include sessions on building Character, assemblies focussing on British Values as well as learning activities to develop numeracy and literacy. Mrs Griffin, Deputy Headteacher, said ‘We are passionate about supporting the mental health of our students. We have worked hard to provide support services that meet the needs of our young people and respond to the areas identified within our community.’
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Bere Peninsula view of the river Tamar
Activities at the Tamar Valley Centre during Landscapes for Life Week
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Outstanding natural beauty on our doorstep
Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty across the UK
during the war. The AONBs and National Parks that
organised Landscapes for Life Week last month,
were created were seen as partner organisations to
celebrating the 70th anniversary of the 1949
the NHS. Giving people access to the countryside for
National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act.
exercise, enjoyment and mental health benefits was
The week commenced with a ‘National Moment’
considered a preventative measure; while the NHS
when Poet Laureate Simon Armitage premiered a
was designed to help people if they became sick.
specially commissioned poem, read simultaneously
As part of Landscapes for Life, hearts were formed
at numerous events nationwide.
across the country, chosen to represent not only
Simon said: “The
the love for these
relationship
areas,
between
but
also
poetry
because they were
and the land in this
originally thought
country goes back
of as the ‘Natural
to the very origins
Health Service’.
of poetic utterance
From
and I’m proud to be
over
contributing to that
and up to the
ongoing dialogue.
North
Pennines,
staff,
volunteers,
There is no greater challenge
for
a
Creating the Apple Heart at the Tamar Valley Centre
contemporary
Cornwall to
residents visitors
Kent
and formed
laureate and geography graduate than to contribute
hearts, either using their own bodies at mass
artistically to a conversation about the natural world
gatherings or using objects in the landscape. All the
and the state of our planet, and to praise those
hearts were captured on film or video and shared
things that are wonderful and of wonder.”
with others. There are 46 AONBs across the UK, and
At the Tamar Valley Centre, over 100 visitors got up
each one participated.
close to nature making bird boxes, seed bombs and
The Tamar Valley AONB team used two trailer loads
plant prints and joined in the many walks and talks
of local apples from National Trust Cotehele to form a
on offer.
huge heart, that was later pressed into juice. Nothing
The 1949 Act that paved the way for the creation
says autumn in the Tamar Valley like apples! They
of AONBs was part of the post war efforts which
used many different local varieties from Cotehele’s
saw the government rebuilding a sense of national
old orchard, kindly gathered by Cotehele staff and
identity and thanking citizens for their sacrifices
the smell of the apples was delicious!
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ART AT ASHTORRE SALTASH PRESS GANG
Last month we featured the printing processes that Saltash Press Gang enjoy. This time we ask how to make sense of new images, however they were produced. What clues can help make a picture interesting, enjoyable or 'good'? One of the strengths of this study of a new Plymouth landmark by Richard Allman is the brash contrast between the sculptural form in what appears to be the foreground and the
Cafe exhibition
at Ashtorre Rock continues until 29 November
Right under the Brunel Bridge at Saltash Waterside, PL12 4GT Open 10-4 daily
geometric of the high-rise building beyond. The contrasts of shape and surface are cleverly reinforced by the heavy, solid shading of one and the sketchy outline drawing of the other.
Comment by John Forster
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These two images, at first glance so different, both capture a moment or a character and tell us about the subject. Neither of them is realistic in the way of a photo, but each "tells us a story". Ellie Russell-Hsieh's tiny Bumblebee is blurry; the background appears smudged, but this helps convey the frenetic movement of the insect. This is no lab specimen but a living, buzzing bee. In Chris Waring's Racing the Tide, the sea and sky have become abstract patterns, but the organic vertical figures break into the rhythm and leap out.
These might be studio exercises, capturing shapes of things to hand, as many artists do daily in their sketchbooks. But see here how Chrissie Russell [above] and Jane Jones go beyond just
capturing the objects themselves. See how the elements are carefully arranged, not only the way they jigsaw together or overlay, but also the 'negative shapes', the apparently empty spaces, they create in between. Look again at all these artists' work at Ashtorre Rock until 29 November. Images Š the artists
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Just Be News
Love a Coffee….. but which one? Latte… Flat White… Cappuccino… Americano…. Do you ever get confused about all the types of coffee available from specialist coffee shops? It is not surprising given that some cafés make coffees in different ways Coffee berries, the raw to others. At Just material Be we offer coffees in line with what we believe to be the most common styles. Here is a quick guide to what you should expect from each drink. Espresso: The purest extraction and the base for most contemporary coffees. A double shot without added water or milk. Strong and intense, with a balance of bitter, sweet and sour notes. Macchiato: As above with a layer of textured (foam) milk Cappuccino: A double Espresso shot with equal proportions of steamed milk and textured foam milk Flat White: As per cappuccino but with mico (less textured) foam milk
The perfect latte The size of the grind is critical to producing the right balance of flavours for the perfect coffee taste. At Just Be we check our grinder at least once per day to ensure the quantity and quality of the extraction is exactly as it should be. Our coffees are served at around 65 degrees. Deemed by the ‘experts’ as best for flavour. We do occasionally get asked for extra hot milk in the drinks and can always accommodate this request. We are delighted to be partnering with Extract coffee Roasters, based on Bristol, who not only provide us with outstanding quality of roasted beans but also offer support and training to our Baristas to make sure you get the best possible flavours consistently each day. It is also reassuring to know that through their direct purchasing of beans from farms around the coffee bean producing world, farmers, their families and communities are getting the best possible value for their wonderful product.
Latte: A double Espresso shot served in a bigger cup with more steamed milk and mico (less textured) foam Americano: A double espresso shot with added hot water to dilute the intensity and strength of a pure Espresso. Can be served with hot or cold milk on the side The coffees detailed above are all based on the Espresso shot: A way of extracting coffee via hot water forced through ground coffee at high pressure.
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Dan and Ben from Extract with Kenyan Coffee growers
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SIR ROBERT GEFFERY’S PRE-SCHOOL The children experience cooking on an open fire, climbing, den building and learn about the benefits of the woodland environment with some sessions planned within the National Trust Grounds of Antony House, Torpoint. All practitioners within the setting support the children’s emotional development through the practice of Emotional Coaching.
This enables
practitioners to support and nurture each child’s well-being and resilience enabling them to learn and develop within a calm but vibrant, rich and explorative learning environment. As early years educators we recognise parents/ carers as valued partners and first educators of their children. We value all children’s strengths, interests If you are thinking about giving the very young in your life a great start, we asked the staff at Sir Robert Geffery’s pre School what made them different. Here’s the response. “Our Preschool is set in the grounds of the main Primary school in Landrake. The setting is managed by an Early Year’s Professional (BA in Early Childhood Education). All fully qualified experienced staff are passionate about early years development and use the Early Years Foundation Stage document as a support tool to plan, observe and assess each child’s learning and development ensuring all their unique needs are met. All staff promote the Reggio Emilia Approach which values the importance of creativity within a child’s development and the importance of listening to a child thus giving them a voice in their own learning. A forest school practitioner (Level 3) plans weekly sessions which involve the importance of both risk and safety within the natural learning environment.
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and learning styles so that they develop confidence, independence and self-esteem. We support their curiosity, creativity and desire to make sense of the world, giving time for their thoughts and ideas. Our preschool is set in the grounds of the primary school and we have access to our own immediate outdoor space for water play and our lovely train garden where the children take part in planting, roleplay, sand play and balancing activities. We also have access to the school playing field, farm and pond. We have our own forest school area with mud kitchen, den building and fire pit. All children experience wonderful minibus trips and whole group trips to places such as Antony House, Mount Edgecumbe, Looe Beach, Saltash Library, Theatre Royal Plymouth, Paignton Zoo, the Minature Pony Centre. And we are always looking for more great places to visit.” Wow! Makes you want to return to Preschool and start all over again!
SIR ROBERT GEFFERY’S PRE-SCHOOL As an early years setting we value and support each child’s potential to develop and learn. Encouraging exploration, expressiveness, curiosity and creativity.
We strive to provide the highest quality learning experiences for all children. Learning that is exciting, valuable, challenging and enjoyable. Sir Robert Geffery’s Pre-School School Road Landrake, Saltash Cornwall. PL12 5EA
Phone: 01752 851 343 Email: srg.preschool@live.co.uk www.sir-robert-gefferys.cornwall.sch.uk/pre-school/ @SirRobertGefferysPreschool
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to grow in size and to appeal to younger audiences.
28 members ranging from aged 13 to 70+. Recently
We always found it relatively easy to gain new
referred to as ‘one of Saltash’s best kept secrets’ the
members in their 40s and 50s, but really struggled
group have been trying to become better known in
with the younger generations. I knew that we would
the community and have been performing at many
have to change our repertoire and image to appeal to
local events to raise their profile, such as the May
a wider audience.”
Fair, a concert with the Burrton Boys, Saltash Music
So, with these aims in mind the repertoire was
Festival, the Gala Festival, and the recent Harvest
changed to include a wider selection of songs,
Festival at the Wesley Church.
including songs from films, musicals, Disney etc. as
Article by Sue Hooper Charitable Foundation
GraceNotes is an all-female acapella chorus with
Originally known as Brunel Harmony, it was
well as different styles of music, which does appeal to
formed out of another acapella group, the
a broader audience, both for listening and for singing.
Mayflower Chorus over 25 years ago. When
One of the newest songs in the repertoire is A Million
Heidi took over as Musical Director in 2016
Dreams from the Greatest Showman, arranged by
the group renamed itself Grace Notes.
Heidi.
Heidi said proudly: “One of the main things
The first new member under the age of 20 was Heidi’s
I wanted to achieve when I first took over as
daughter, who had up until then been singing in the
MD was to become better known in Saltash,
Acapella Choir at Plymouth High School for Girls. The
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second was a daughter of one of the singers, who was
The group are a part of the national organisation of
active in Page2Stage. After this, others followed and
LABBS - Ladies Association of British Barbershop,
suddenly GraceNotes were gaining new members of
and they are currently practising for their upcoming
all ages. Today they can boast of the fact that their
national convention, where they will take two songs
members now represent every decade from teens to
to Llandudno, Wales to compete with.
the seventies! AND even more importantly they all
So if you are interested in what GraceNotes sound like
get on with each other!
and the type of music they perform, go and drop in
Today three of Heidi’s daughters sing in the group and
on one of their rehearsals, which are always open to
one is waiting to join when she turns 12. Heidi said:
the public. They rehearse every Monday evening at
“It really helps that my daughters have listened to all
7.30 at the Burraton Community Centre on Grenfell
our concerts in the past and already have a feel for
Avenue and they would make you most welcome.
what we do. In addition to this they all have sung or
Or come to the concert organised by the Sue Hooper
currently sing in the Plymouth High School Acapella
Charitable Foundation, which is at The Burraton
choir, so they had a really good background before
Chapel (Janeva Court) , Saltash; starting at 7.00 pm
they joined GraceNotes.”
on November 8.
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MUSIC FOR YOUR EARS An arresting musical evening with the Plymouth Area
“The Police Choir have also produced charitable CD’s
Police Choir promises to captivate the audience on
which can be bought at the concert.
Friday November 8
“Of-course, there is nothing more captivating than a live
The 40 strong choir formed in 1972 consists of serving
performance of the Police Choir, and for a taste of what
Police Officers, retired officers, special Constables,
to expect we can view their performances on YouTube.”
Police staff and members with no affiliation who have a
Sue was equally praiseworthy of GraceNotes, and is
proven musical ability.
confident that concert goers will have a real musical
The choir led by the very talented and popular musical
treat in store.
director Brian Gerry will sing their usual up-beat and
Sue said: “It is quite amazing that in many of the singers
familiar music, accompanied by their equally much
from both choirs live and work in Saltash. Saltash has a
loved pianist Rosemary Fox.
wealth of talent just bursting to entertain the audience
Brian said: “We are really looking forward to performing
in this 30th year in the series of “Music for your Ears.”
for the Sue Hooper Charitable Foundation once again,
The Sue Hooper Charitable Foundation has provided
and we are delighted to sing many familiar songs at the
many thousands of pounds to young people and of
concert, including songs from the movies and shows”.
all ages over the past 20 years to aid them in their
The choir who have a strong and loyal following will
performing arts studies, participation and purchasing
be performing at Burraton Chapel (Janeva Court) at
instruments.
7.00pm. The Chapel is up both ways from the Ploughboy
The Trust was founded by Sue Hooper in aid and support
Inn and Roger Young Car Showrooms.
of the promotion and education of Music, Drama and
The Choir will be supported by award winning Saltash
the Performing arts in all their disciplines in 2000
based GraceNotes Acapella Chorus, led by the very
Tickets cost £7 each and are available from Sue Hooper
talented Heidi Walsh.
telephone 01752 843073 – email suehcf@msn.com -
Concert organiser, Sue Hooper, said:+
also at Saltash Shops – Piglets and Saltash News, both
“The trustees are thrilled to welcome back the
in Fore Street.
Plymouth Area Police Choir once again; we have many
Proceeds in aid of the Sue Hooper Charitable Foundation
friends past and present within the choir and musically
– www.suehcf.org.uk
go back many years.
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Your guide to What’s On locally Cross Stitch Club
FRIDAY 1 November
New club for enthusiasts and beginners alike Saltash Library | 1pm
Produce Market On the First & third Friday of every month CEPL12 hold a popular local producers’ market in the Community Hub at no 4 Fore St. You can pick up locally grown fruit, veg & flowers; fresh bakery goods; local honey; locally reared meats, as well as a selection of locally made craft items. 4 Fore St Saltash | 10am – 2pm | INFO or to book a stall 01752 848348
Play Rugby All Year Round Open to everyone 16+, ladies and beginners especially! Every Friday | Saltash Rugby Club, Moorlands Lane | 6pm | Free | INFO 02touch@saltashrfc.co.uk
Cotton's Taxis & Mini Coach Service
Courteous, helpful CRB checked drivers Vintage coach for private hire Mini-coach hire for up to 29 people A long-established local family travel service providing value, comfort and safety
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848484
Quiz Night Complete with buffet from 6.30pm China Fleet Country Club | 6.30pm | £9.50 members, £12 guests
Saltash Town Band The band has the following vacancies – Cornet, Baritone, Euphonium, Bass Trombone, Drum Kit and Percussion. Contact them if interested on Facebook @SaltashTownBand Rehearsals are every Friday from 6pm for the junior band and 7.30pm for the seniors. St Johns Ambulance Hall next to Saltash Social Club | 6-7.15pm and 7.30 to 9.30pm | INFO Ali 07718906335
Out of Granny’s Attic - Into Grandad’s Shed New exhibition at Saltash Heritage, featuring items gifted or on loan from local people that have a local story attached. Open April to November, Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm, Saturdays 10am to 4pm, and in July, August and September, Fridays 12pm to 4pm. Saltash Heritage, Lower Fore Street | 10am - 4pm (various times) | Free | INFO 01752 848466 www. saltash-heritage.org.uk
Saltash & District Age Concern Bus Weekly Shopping Trips You are picked up and dropped off at your door by “The Red Bus”, the Saltash and District Age Concern Bus. Every Friday morning | Between 9am and 2pm | INFO Mr Larry Clarke 01752 843012
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SATURDAY 2 November Watersiders Together Again Bring your old pictures and enjoy some company and sharing great memories of this magical part of Saltash Ashtorre Rock | 2pm | FREE
Dementia Voice PL12 Veterans Group Anyone connected to the Armed Services and is affected by dementia is welcome. Every two weeks | SHADO Centre, Plougastel Drive | 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Kalan Gwav For more information see page 6-7 of this month’s Love Saltash, Wheelbarrow Race 4pm, stalls from 2pm, inflatables, wassailing, live music and a fantastic firework finale Warfelton Field | from 2pm | FREE
Halloween Maze of Horrors BBQ and Café as well as fire juggling, bonfire, ghastly ghouls and serious fright night Cornish Maize Maze | 6-10pm | £10 per person | tickets amazingcornishmaizemaze.digitickets.co.uk 01579 351833
Craft Markets Every Saturday during November and December, with a gorgeous selection of locally-made craft items - perfect “buy local” Christmas presents or stocking fillers. Craft workshops on selected days. Spaces available from £5 for traders. 4 Fore Street Saltash | FREE | INFO 01752 848348, fb @cepl12 or call in to no 4 for details.
Monday 4 November Mary’s Country Dancing Group
Country dancing for ladies over 60ish. Nothing serious, just come along for a cup of tea and biscuits, meet friends and enjoy a bit of dancing. Every Monday | St. Nicholas and Faith Church Hall | 2pm - 4pm | INFO Lynda lynhollister@msn.com
Charity Coffee Morning at Pentillie
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Pentillie Castle is delighted to be holding a ‘Coffee Morning’ to raise much needed funds for The Mustard Tree Macmillan Cancer Support Centre, Derriford Hospital. There will be plenty of delicious homemade cakes & refreshments in return for a donation. If you are feeling extra generous and would also like to bring a cake to support the event – it would be most gratefully received! Everyone is welcome so bring your friends and loved ones and raise much needed funds for The Mustard Tree. Raffle with some wonderful goodies, £5 a strip. Pentillie Castle | from 9.30am | By Donation
Family First Aid Workshop A 2.5 hour workshop to help family members and parents deal with accidents and emergencies involving babies and children The Treatment Barn Briston Orchard St Mellion, | 6.30pm | £20 per person | INFO 01579 351568
Fire Cadets Fire Cadets gives young people aged between 11 and 17 the opportunity to work within the fire and rescue service equipment and learn to work together as a team. New cadets are welcome. Every Monday | Saltash Fire Station | 6.30pm 8.30pm | INFO 07811 954830
Saltash Army Cadets The Army Cadet Force (ACF) has over 41,000 cadets in more than 1,600 detachments all over the country and is one of the biggest and best clubs around. When it comes to fun, friendship, action and adventure, it’s hard to find anything that beats the Army Cadets. Every Monday | ACF Centre | 7pm - 9pm | INFO 01208 73183
tuesday 5 november Dementia Drop In Cafe If you are living with dementia or have been effected by dementia then drop in for a chat and a cup of tea and a piece of cake and find out what services and activities are available in the area. All welcome. Every Tuesday | Community Market, 4 Fore Street | 10am - 2pm | Free | INFO info@dementiaPL12.uk www.dementiaPL12.uk
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Knit and Knatter, Craft and Chatter A group of like minded people getting together to enjoy a variety of craft activities. Learn new skills and exchange ideas. Any age, any ability and free. Every Tuesday | Saltash Library | 1pm - 4pm | Free | INFO 0300 123 4111
Digital Champions
Saltash Kernow Short Mat Bowling Club
Free digital training is on in libraries across Cornwall. Helping you send and receive emails, fill in forms such as job applications, create a social media account to stay in touch with friends and family, shop online and find offers and access the Council website. Every Tuesday | Saltash Library | 10am - 12pm | Free | INFO 0300 123 4111
Tuesday afternoons and evenings. All levels of players and ages welcome. Whether you want to be competetive and play in the league or day tournaments, or just want to play for fun, bowls are provided and players are there to help you learn. Tuesday afternoons and evenings | Church Road, Saltash | 1.30pm - 4pm & 7pm - 10pm | INFO Yolanda (Club Secretary) 01752 849945
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course (MBSR)
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Run over eight weeks by Living Mindfully. 6pm | INFO Sarah Linda 07875 2669915
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wednesday 6 November
Community Hopper Link to Town Centre – Supermarkets – Tamar View Nurseries
Rhymetime
Every Wednesday morning. INFO 01752 848348 or pop in to No 4 Fore St for a timetable.
Free sessions of rhymes, stories and singing for children aged 0 - 4 years old and their carers, featuring David and his guitar. Every Tuesday | Saltash Library | 10.30am - 11.15am | Free | INFO 0300 123 4111
Teddy Bear Making Workshop A two hour workshop also on November 9 from 10am Saltash Scrapstore Fore Street | 6.30pm | £20 for both sessions
Dementia Voice PL12 Walking Group Affected by dementia? With the support of trained walk leaders, people living with, or affected by, dementia can enjoy safe walking routes. Walks vary in length from 30 to 90 minutes. Every first and third Wednesday | 10am | INFO 07512 098117
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Saltash Men’s 60+ Luncheon Group As part of the Saltash Live at Home Scheme, a small group meet in an aim to provide a congenial atmosphere to converse and build friendships. Every Wednesday | Ploughboy Pub, Liskeard Road | 12.15pm - 2pm | INFO Sarah 01752 848728
Saltash Ladies Choir Saltash Ladies Choir practice every Wednesday. New members welcome, especially top sopranos! Every Wednesday | Burraton Methodist Church | 7.15pm - 9.15pm | INFO Secretary Nicola Cooper 01752 217990
Saltash Probus Club For retired professional and businessmen meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Saltash Guildhall | 10am | INFO Bruce 01752 846835
thursday 7 November Saltash Macular Support Group The meeting is open to anyone affected by central vision loss. Family, friends and carers welcome. Offering the chance to talk and share information about treatment, the services available and staying independent. First Thursday every month | St. Anne’s Care Home | 10.30 - 12 noon | Free | INFO 01579 350283
Small Knit and Knatter Group Performances St Stephens Churcch, Saltash 6.30pm Friday 22nd November 6.30pm Saturday 23rd November Tickets £5 at the door or in advance from Sue Hooper 01752 843073 - email suehcf@msn.com
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A small group with many skills, happy to teach people how to knit or crochet, or even sewing. All welcome! Every Thursday | Ashtorre Café, Saltash Waterside | 10am - 12pm
Card Making Every Thursday during term time Saltash Scrapstore Fore Street | 1-3pm | £3 per person
Beginners Crochet Course Running for 5 weeks, Volunteer Karima will teach beginners to learn to crochet from scratch. Saltash Scrap Store Fore Street | 10am | INFO 07395 332799
Friday 8 November Grand Opening of New Post Office Saltash is bucking the national trend by opening a new Post Office outlet in the Spar Shop in Mote Park. The Post Office will have extended opening hours to match that of the shop, Monday to Saturday 7am to 10pm and Sunday 8am to 10pm Spar Mote Park PL12 4JY | Grand Opening at 1pm
Record & CD Fair
**Change of Date**
Saturday 23rd November Saltash Methodist Church
Sue Hooper Commmunity Foundation Choir Concert Stunning performances from Grace Acapella and The Police Choir. For more information see our articles pages 52 - 54. Burraton Chapel Janeva Court Saltash | 7pm | £7 per person | INFO Sue Hooper 01752 843073
Saturday 9 November November Fair at St Stephens Handicrafts, Cakes, Festive Tombola, New Books, Christmas Cards, Diaries, Stationery, Paper Craft, Hoopla, Cards, Bumper Christmas Draw. Refreshments will be served throughout including light lunches. St Stephens Church Saltash | 10am-1.30pm | FREE ENTRY | INFO ststephenschurchsaltash@hotmail. co.uk
Courses and Careers Advice Open Day for Cornwall College Saltash to inquire about the huge range of fantastic courses on offer at our local College – Open to all ages. Cornwall College Saltash Campus | from 10am
PL12 6DN 10am - 3pm Free Entry All Day Buy and Sell!
Sunday 10 November Remembrance Day Civic Service Wesley Methodist Church | 2pm
Ross Kelly Acoustic Solo Sunday afternoon good vibes in the local Rod & Line Tideford | 3pm
Monday 11 November Business Networking Share breakfast and business cards with a friendly group of local business people China Fleet Country Club | 8am
Two Minute Silence Gather on Fore Street to remember when the guns fell silent on Armistice Day 1918, and for all those who have fallen in conflicts since then. Outside the Brunel Inn, Fore Street | 11am • continued on page 61
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30th anniversary of the Saltash Music, Speech and Drama Festival
Preparations are well under way for the Festival
former students are now performing in TV, film and
held at Saltash Wesley Church, from January 27 to
theatre around the world and in major West End
February 8 2020.
productions, the Globe, the RSC and the National
Being the 30th anniversary, the committee are hoping
Theatre.
that this wonderful community event will be well
The 2020 Syllabus and entry form is now available
supported by performers and audience alike. There is
from Saltash Wesley Church, The Bookshelf and
a wide range of classes to suit all abilities from novice
Piglets and the Saltash Library.
to the more experienced performer and all age groups
All entries for those wishing to take part in the
are welcomed to what is one of the largest events of
special 2020 Festival must be received by Monday
its kind in the region.
November 25.
The Committee is delighted to welcome the professional adjudicators: Vocal - Steven Roberts M.Ed, BA (Hons), Cert. Ed, BBCM, CMS Steven Roberts has combined a career in education with his work as a conductor, musical director and adjudicator. He is currently Music Director and Conductor with Altrincham Choral Society, Chesterfield Philharmonic Choir and Honley Male Voice Choir. Instrumental - Helen Deakin GRSM, LRAM, ARCM Helen Deakin studies piano and clarinet as joint first study at the Royal Academy of Music. She has considerable experience of solo and choral singing, of both instrumental and choral directing, and of the string repertoire. She performs at venues such as the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London, the Edinburgh Festival and the Swan Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon. Speech - Vivienne Redford LLAM MSTSD (Adj) Vivienne is Head of Speech and Drama at a large independent girl’s school in Bedford.
As well as
teaching full time, she is also the Principal of the Redford School of Speech and Drama. Many of her
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Out and About Tuesday 12 November Pay As You Feel Meal The Real Junk Food Project is a group committed to taking perfectly good food that stores would have to throw away and recreating it into tasty meals. They are now hosting a meal every month, on a pay as you feel basis, open to anyone who would like to come along. Every second Tuesday | Wesley Methodist Church | 12pm - 1.30pm | Pay as you feel | INFO Jess Sneyd jessicasneyd@gmail.com 07510 138595
wednesday 13 November DECAF - Saltash Live at Home Activity group to support anyone living with dementia. All Live at Home members welcome to join in. Programme of activities for the year: music, willow craft, animal party, crafts etc. Every second and fourth Wednesday | Burraton Church | 2pm - 4pm | INFO Sarah Clook or Liz Hewer 01752 848728
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Saturday 16 November Saturday Night Singalong Simon and John at the Ploughboy, Beer and Friends, what more do you need? The Ploughboy Saltash | 8.30pm | FREE ENTRY
Father Christmas Arrives at Tamar View Nurseries Visit one of the best grottos in the Westcountry at Father Christmas’ Winter Wonderland at Tamar View. Pre booking is available to avoid queues. Professional photographers to capture that special moment. Tamar View Nurseries, Carkeel | £6.99 per child including gift from the Man Himself | Tel 847366 to pre-book • continued on Page 63
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What’s on at Calstock Arts Friday 1 November Confessions of a Cockney Temple Dancer Shane Shambhu reveals his journey from ‘fat kid’ in the cultural melting pot of East London to international performer, in a bedazzling mix of comedy, theatre and dance. 7pm doors, 8pm start | Tickets: £10 adult, £8 under 18s, £1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts, £30 family (2+2) | INFO Tickets are available via www. calstockarts.org Saturday 2 November Nicolas Meier World Group One of the UK’s most original and uniquely talented guitarists makes a welcome return to Calstock Arts. 7pm doors and bar, 8pm start | Tickets: £12 advance, £14 door, £1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts, £8 under 18s. friday 8 November Clive Carroll Acclaimed guitarist and composer Clive Carroll has created a sound world all his own, with a signature blend of warmth and humour that belies his dazzling technical skill. 7pm doors and bar, 8pm start | Tickets: £12 advance, £13 door, £1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts, £8 under 18s | INFO Tickets are available via www.calstockarts.org Friday 15 November An Indian Meal and Film Lion (Gareth Davis, 2016) cert. PG A delicious Indian meal followed by a showing of the award winning film Lion. 6pm doors and bar for the meal, 7.45pm doors for film only and 8pm start | Tickets: Food and Film £12.50
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or Film only £5, advanced bookings only | INFO Tickets email info@tamwed.org, phone 01822 832897 Saturday 16 November Keating, Dyer & Davey Join Will Keating and Davey & Dyer for a special evening of Cornish Folk and other fine music to remember. 7pm doors, 8pm start | Tickets: £10 advance, £11 door, £1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts, £5 under 18s. Thursday 21 November Calstock Film: Yesterday (Danny Boyle, 2019) Cert 12A A struggling musician realizes he’s the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after waking up in an alternate timeline where they never existed. 7pm doors, 7.30pm start | C Fylm annual membership £6, includes first film. £4 for subsequent films. Don’t forget your membership card | Tickets on the door only | INFO Tickets are available via www.calstockarts.org Sunday 24 November Lady Maisery In an English folk scene currently bursting with bold and innovative music, Lady Maisery shines brightly. 7pm doors, 8pm start | Tickets: £14 advance, £15 door, £1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts, £8 under 21s. Saturday 30 November The Lost Sound Chorus Described as ‘a compelling and powerful folk choir’ at Sidmouth Folk Festival, The Lost Sound Chorus is building a strong reputation for exciting songs and performances in Devon – and now Cornwall! 7pm doors, 8pm start | Tickets: £8 advance, £9 door, £1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts, £5 under 18s.
Sunday 17 November
Sunday 24 November
Nick Mears
St Mellion Christmas Fayre
Cool vibes at the local pub on a Sunday afternoon Rod & Line Tideford | 3pm
Sample everything Christmas, wine tasting, wreath making, loads of local food producers St Mellion Country Club | 11am
Monday 18 November
Rick Worthy and Friends
Equine Quiz Nurseries Saltash’s first ever Equine Specialist Pub Quiz. Do you have what it takes to beat the experts with questions all about the horse. Cardinal’s Hatt, Saltash | 7pm | £30 for a team of 6 or £5pp.
Music to warm your soul on a misty Sunday afternoon Rod & Line | 3pm
Monday 25 November Christmas Wreaths from Rags Workshop
TUESDAY 19 November
Saltash Scrapstore Fore Street | 6.30-8.30pm | £12 per person
League of Friends of St Barnabas Hospital AGM
Business Networking Meeting
Everyone welcome. Day Care Centre St Barnabas | 2pm
Safe38 Public Meeting Monthly meeting open to all to hear more about the campaign to increase road safety on the A38 and get involved. British Legion Tideford | 7.30pm
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Trematon WI New members always welcome. Every third Tuesday | Saltash Baptist Church, Culver Road | 7.30pm | INFO Gill Higgins 01752 847483
Tea & Toast
Tea and Toast is a social morning to catch up with old friends or to make some new ones. Every third Tuesday | St Stephens Church Saltash | 9.30am
Saturday 23 November Autumn Fair Raising funds for our local hospital Saltash Baptist Church | 10am
50p off any medium oggy or veg pasty to the readers of Love Saltash Only available at Fore Street, Saltash. Expires 31/12/19
Cornish Oggy Oggy Pasty, 44 Fore Street, Saltash, PL12 6JL
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Out and About Monday 25 November Livewire Showcase Get to listen to great local musicians for free Livewire Saltash Waterside | 7pm
wednesday 27 November Saltash Age Concern Social Club Members Only Christmas Lunch. Let’s Party to the Music of Martin and Sarah Fowler 2pm | INFO 01752 842303 kirsteenmuir@msn.com
Royal British Legion Monthly Branch Meeting Monthly Branch meeting at Saltash Football Club. Except August or December. We update everyone of current RBL issues and events. Regular Raffle. New members and guests always welcome. Kimberley Stadium, Warfelton | 7.30pm for 8pm prompt start | Every 4th Wednesday of the month | INFO Carolann Pabst SaltashDistrict. Committee2@RBL.community
Thursday 28 November Doing Fast and Slow – Talk hosted by Saltash Environmental Action Group Find out more about taking positive action to help slow down Climate Change with Dr Rebecca Pearce, Environmentalist and Geographer, Mother and deliberately messy Gardener. Saltash Guildhall | 7.30pm | FREE
Saturday 30 November Autumn Fair Stallholders Welcome, please get in touch with the Friends of Burraton School Burraton Primary School | 1-4pm | INFO John Acford friendsofburratonschool@gmail.com
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• No Call Out Charge • Friendly & Reliable Call Ian Greaves for a free estimate Christmas Craft Fair The Core Saltash College Site PL12 4AE | 2-6pm | Tables from £10 | INFO & Booking 843176 or facebook @TheCoreSaltash
Build your own Elf Day Create your very own naughty elf on the shelf with a session lasting approximately 40 minutes and including festive treats and fun in Truly Scrumptious’ Party Centre Truly Scrumptious Lower Fore Street Saltash | first session 11am | £12
Brian Burley Back by Popular Demand, ends 11pm Essa Club | 8,30 for 9pm start | FREE to members, £3 guests
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