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Treasure Island: a swashbuckling family comedy for Christmas!

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Treasure Island – a hilarious rip-roaring comedy adventure encountering swashbuckling pirates, tropical islands and high seas. Join the four lads from Le Navet Bete as they play out the legendary tale as you’ve NEVER seen it before. Set

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It’s Christmas Eve in the Admiral Benbow sail with Long John Silver and some other characters you may not expect and Inn. Jim Hawkins is serving ale to the one and only customer the pub ever has. prepare for a belly laughing journey to the Caribbean and back. X will mark the spot Suddenly the door slams open and in this Christmas!! strides Billy Bones, the infamous pirate, to change Jim’s life forever…

This is your only chance to see the funny foursome’s latest show in Teaming up once again with Plymouth so don’t delay and Barbican Theatre, Plymouth book tickets soon: favourites Le Navet Bete return to the city for their 9th Christmas 12 December 2019 – 5 January production, following their recent 2020 at The Plymouth Athenaeum smash hits The Three Musketeers, Aladdin and Dracula: The Bloody Truth.

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Sherford Life Top story: it looks like we will be heading to the voting booths once again on December 12. Are you ready? Will it be Streeter, Pollard and Mercer again?

Or a changing of the guard?

No doubt there will be lots of speculation and opinion polls over the coming weeks as candidates battle for control of the three seats in Plymouth.

Perhaps you’re looking forward to voting for your favourite candidate: you know what you think, and you know that your candidate is the only person who will deliver what your community needs. Or perhaps you’re not sure who to vote for.

Maybe you’ll read a few different pamphlets and they all sound pretty good.

Or maybe you’re the opposite: you think they’re all as bad as each other!

I’ve been all three at By Revd Tom Brassil different times.

If you’re in that third category – not seeing much point in voting for any of them – let me encourage you to go to the polls anyway. Because democracy is both a gift and a responsibility! I find it helpful to remember what a privilege it is to live in a country where we get to choose our leaders.

The system might be far from perfect, but it’s miles better than living under an oppressive regime where you have no say at all. So let’s be thankful for small mercies! But that means it’s also a responsibility: we need to exercise the precious right we have to some small say in the direction of our nation.

But I also have some encouragement for you if you’re in that category of people who is jaded by the whole political system.

We know that humans are flawed and so no political system, party or leader will do the job perfectly.

But the hope I hang onto is that there is a leader who is perfect, who does lead with perfect wisdom and justice.

It’s someone whose arrival we’ll be celebrating at the end of next month. 700 years before the first Christmas, a man called Isaiah shared a message from God that pointed forward to who Jesus is. If you have ever been to Carols by Candlelight, the words will be familiar to you.

“He will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end.” (Isaiah 9:6, the Bible) Doesn’t that sound great? A leader who brings peace and justice and does right all the time, forever! If you want to hear more about this coming leader, why not head over to Sherford Community Church, Sunday mornings at 10am? We’ll spend lots more time going over these very words on Sunday 8th December.

In the meantime, let me wish you all the best as you think hard about what to do when December 12 rolls round.

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

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Plans for Sherford’s new play park are revealed Plans have been released and work is soon set to start on Sherford’s first playground.

The Sherford Consortium – the partnership of homebuilders, Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Taylor Wimpey – has ‘upgraded’ Sherford’s first playground, going above and beyond the planning requirements to bring the exciting new play space to the community, and delivering it far earlier than expected.

A small playground was due to be built in around a year’s time – and was set to be a selection of equipment just aimed at younger children – but having listened to the needs of Sherford families, the Sherford Consortium decided to bring a more exciting and extensive play area forward in its plans, also suitable for a broader age range of children.

This style of playground was not planned for Sherford for at least another five years.

Spanning 1,850 square metres, the play area will have everything from climbing nets and structures, to rotating balance beams, stepping posts and fireman poles. Classic playground staples like swings and slides will sit alongside a thrilling jungle swing and climbing whirl. A key element is a large piece of ‘multi use’ equipment, which will feature gangways, a slide, nets, climbing walls and balance beams.

Catering for children from 2-12 years old, the equipment is designed to provide different challenges and stimuli to keep children of various ages, interests and abilities engaged. It will be sourced from a specialist playground company using safe, high-quality materials. There will also be benches and picnic tables for families to use and socialise.

Natural materials will feature throughout the play area, including a living willow tunnel.

It will be landscaped – much like the rest of Sherford – with grass areas, trees, shrubs and hedges, so that it feels part of the natural environment. Trees like English Oak, Silver Birch, Wild Cherry and Scots Pine will add to the scenery and provide shelter.

Artist’s impression of the new playground

Work is due to start in November and, subject to progress on the construction, installation, landscaping – and with a festive break in between – it is due to open by February half-term. Once complete, the area will be checked by specialist inspectors before opening to the public. Some landscaping will take place after, planting trees and shrubs at times best suited to help them thrive.

Melissa Langton, sales and marketing director, Sherford Consortium, said: “We have given Sherford residents and community groups a preview of the plans for the playground and there is much excitement.

The community of Sherford is growing by the day, and this facility is going to be a fantastic addition to the town, especially for the younger members of the community and families.

“We have worked hard to bring this highquality and exciting play space to Sherford much earlier than planned. We could see the benefits an exciting outdoor space will bring and what it will mean to those living at or moving to Sherford. This playground promises to be full of interesting and interactive equipment across a generous area – it will be the perfect place to play, relax, socialise and have a huge amount of fun!”

Academy raising funds for Crohns charity Students and staff from Plympton Academy have started fundraising for their new charity of the year with a cake sale.

This year the school is supporting Crohns and Colitis UK. The charity was nominated by staff and students due to family members suffering from the condition.

In the UK, someone is diagnosed with crohns or colitis every 30 minutes and it is becoming more common amongst young people. Inflammatory bowel disease is a lifelong condition which can have a devastating impact on someone’s quality of life.

The cake sale is the first fundraising venture for the new charity and thanks to a selection of homemade and donated cakes brought in by staff and students, £1,330 was raised.

Ian Hartley, assistant principal at Plympton Academy said:”Once again our academy community has stepped up to the challenge of raising money for a worthwhile charity. Although Crohns and Colitis UK might not be one of the most well known charities in the UK, the work that they do supporting our students and their families is really important.

“The students who nominated Crohns and Colitis UK were passionate in their support for the charity and this money will help to support people living with the condition. We will be running a variety of fundraising events throughout the academic year and we look forward to presenting the charity with a large cheque in July.”

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Elburton community gets crafty for Remembrance Day

to have so many residents and guiding groups get involved. As we were hanging them out local residents were stopping to watch and thank us for our work. EDRA already coordinates Christmas lights at the Springfield Road shops, and this project will give a lovely community feel to Elburton in the run up to Christmas. Thank you so much to all the residents who have been involved.”

Joy Howards, EDRA member said: “I am really, really delighted with the poppy display, bright,

Some of the Elburton volunteers with their hand crafted poppies

original, GREEN and surprisingly moving. I bumped into several neighbours and friends who agreed.

Well done and thank you.”

EDRA has its AGM on November 21 at 7.30pm, at Elburton Village Hall on Springfield Road. The committee is looking for more volunteers to join and to get involved with more community events.

All residents from Elburton are welcome.

Fun filled time for youngsters at half term

They were there to deliver a workshop to sixth forms students in the state-of-theart performing arts building, The Morpurgo Studios.

Director of Performing Arts at Plympton Academy, Jo Crook, taught Miracle Chance who is currently playing the role of Columbia, and George Carter, the musical director for the show several years before.

“I asked if they would come in to school and speak to the performing arts students about their own break through into the industry, but they went one step further, and they brought along the star of the show, Joanne Clifton from Strictly Come Dancing, the resident choreographer, Andrew Aherne and performer Shelby Farmer,” said Jo Crook.

“They gave the students a dance and vocal workshop, plus sharing stories about their training and careers. It was such a fantastic experience.”

The students were given professional instruction from George, shaping harmonies and supporting solo sections, followed by a dance workshop where they learned the professional choreography for The Time Warp taken from the current production.

Despite suffering with a cold Joanne Clifton joined in the dance with the students and supported them as they struggled with some of the more complex moves. At the end of the practical session the students were able to ask the cast some questions and get some advice.

Performer Shelby Farmer was honest with the students and admitted that this tour is her first professional job since graduating in 2016.

“It’s so important to be resilient and to believe in yourself,” she told them.

Following the workshop the students went to see the production at the Theatre Royal Plymouth. Student Dan Hillon said; “I think it is the best thing I have ever seen - it was unlike anything I have seen before and the cast were amazing too.”

PLYMPTON CHURCH PREPARES FOR CHRISTMAS FAIR

Families in Plymstock and Plympton enjoyed the Above & Beyond Children’s Theatre festival at their local libraries during half term, led by Plymouth-based company Above Bounds.

Promising a vibrant, affordable and fun-filled day out, there was a wealth of things to do for children aged 0-11 and their families including face-painting, crafts and storytellers.

As soon as children walked through the doors at the libraries they were greeted with a life size yeti, one of the many child-friendly decorations dotted around the room. Among others was Nessie, the Loch Ness monster and an inventive feedback monster which the children could feed their feedback to.

Music and singing kicked off each day, with

ROCKY HORROR STARS DELIVER WORKSHOP AT ACADEMY Stars from the touring production of The Rocky Horror Show visited Plympton Academy recently.

Elburton village has been decorated with poppies knitted by the local community.

Organised by Elburton and District Residents Association (EDRA), knitting mornings have been held at Elburton village hall since July, for locals to share knitting skills and create hundreds of knitted poppies. Volunteers were out on November 4 to hang the poppies around Springfield Road shops and along Elburton Road between Stanborough Cross and The Elburton Inn. For decades EDRA has been supporting the local community with local issues and connecting residents to councillors and local police. Keen to bring the community together, last year EDRA started up the first Elburton community facebook page which now has nearly 600 members. Wanting to go further the committee have been considering community events that bring people together.

A member of EDRA, who led the project, said: “We wanted to do something really positive that the community could get involved with. We thought the knitting mornings would be something people could come along to and a place where skills could be learnt and shared.

“We had lots of residents come to stay, and knit and chat, and others who popped along to drop off poppies they and their neighbours had knitted at home. Word really got around and even housebound residents were able to knit at home and join in that way.”

The poppies will stay up for around two weeks to mark Remembrance Day. There was effort made to avoid any single use plastic and the poppies will be re-mounted in coming years.

Local Guide leaders brought their Rainbows, Brownies and Guides into the event with the girls putting felt poppies together. The units involved were: 1st Elburton Guides; 1st Elburton Rainbows; 4th Elburton Brownies ; Coombe district Rainbows; and 1st Elburton Rainbows.

EDRA Chair, Paul Blackmore, said: “It was great

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St Mary’s Church in Plympton is holding its annual Christmas Fair from 2pm to 6pm on Saturday December 7.

Above Bounds professional actors telling stories and popular Plymouth based Moo Music leading music and rhymes for under 5s.

The meeting room spaces were transformed in to professional theatres, with a wealth of performances for all ages to enjoy. Above Bounds presented their show for under fours, Two Little Kittens, a gentle and endearing story which had little ones transfixed.

Hilarious company The Last Baguette

presented their comedy The Bird Show which had Southway laughing. There were some important topics in the shows too - with Looking Down on Me a show for ages seven and above about dealing with bereavement and I Am Turtle, a show for ages five and over about plastic pollution.

Producer Helen Bovey said: “The festival was a real success with over 1,000 people entering the libraries across the three days enjoying the free activities on offer.

“We saw parents, grandparents, friends and children enjoy the shows from some of the UK’s finest children’s theatre performers. We hope this festival can continue in Plymouth for many years.”

To follow Above Bounds Theatre Collective visit www.abovebounds.co.uk or @abovebounds on Facebook.

Photos by Gem Ward Photography

The event will be held in the Church Hall in Market Road and is being held later in the day than in past years in the hope of attracting additional people to come along.

This year’s fair is designed to have a wider variety of stalls and entertainment, bringing the spirit and joy of Christmas to all the kind supporters of the church. Stalls will include books, fancy goods and handicrafts, cakes, bric-a-brac, toys, plants, preserves, tombola and Christmas gifts.

There will be a grand raffle for a Christmas hamper and other interesting activities will be taking place. Various refreshments including of course seasonal mince pies will be available.

A church spokesperson said: “We look forward to seeing our many friends again and know that we can count on their continued support for which we are truly grateful. Not surprisingly, for a building that is over 700 years old, the task of maintaining it and keeping it habitable is huge.

Plympton would not be the same without its iconic church.”

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4 December 2019

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

Plymouth Railway Circle Various dates All meetings take place at St Edward’s Church Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell starting at 7.30pm.

Admission charge £1 (members), £2 (visitors). Visitors are very welcome.

November 18: Alex Green: Privatised or Nationalised - which is best for Britain’s railways? A debate considering the merits of nationalisation of the UK railways versus the case for their continued privatisation. Alex, who is a part time tour manager with Great Rail Journeys, examines the origins of our past and present management structures and debates the merits and disadvantages of each option.

December 2: Barry Stirman: ‘The world of steam in sound and cine.’ Barry treats us to more of his recent travels through digital video. Dec 16: The Mills Railway Year 2019. Our annual celebration of the year’s railway events, as always presented by Bernard who continues to enthuse with this year’s travels, and with his camera reminds us to observe the local as well as national railway scene.

Plympton Fuchsia and Geranium Group Nov 12 Guest speaker Plymouth historian Chris Robinson.

Meeting will take place in the Main Hall at Harewood House in Plympton starting at 7.30pm. Guests are always made most welcome and there is also a raffle.

There is a refreshment break half way through the meeting where reasonably priced tea, coffee and biscuits are available.

Plymouth Youth Concert Band Nov 15 Concert at St. Edward’s Church, Eggbuckland at 7pm.

Tickets £5. Light refreshments available Autumn Fayre Nov 16 Crownhill Methodist Church 2pm to 4pm featuring lots of stalls plus refreshments. Free entry and adjacent free car-parking for up to three hours.

Table Top Craft Sale Nov 16 10am until 2pm at Kings Tamerton Community Centre.

Refreshments available. Cost £5 per table, to book a table ring 01752 298178 or 07955 962213.

Christmas Fayre Nov 16 St Budeaux Parish Church Community Hall, The Green, Crownhill Road from 12 noon to 3 pm. Tables selling goods, including childrens toys, cards, gifts, glass and wooden gifts, handbags, jams, jewellery , beads, bric a brac, etc . Refreshments available. Limited number of tables to hire at £5 to book tel 362161.

Plymouth Broadway Organ & Keyboard Club Nov 20 Back by popular demand this month’s concert features organist Tony Stace who will be playing at Broadway Community Centre, Plymstock at 7.15pm. Admission £5 including tea/coffee. Free parking. All welcome.

Christmas Fair Nov 22 and 23 Stoke Damerel Parish Centre, Paradise Road, Stoke.

Friday 11am to 3.15pm, Saturday 11am to 2.30pm. Free entry. Delicious cakes and lunches. Plants, books, cakes, cards, preserves, crafts, jewellery, home furnishings and much more.

Christmas Craft Fair Nov 23 Harewood House, Plympton 10.30am to 4pm in aid of Friends of Derriford Hospital Kidney Unit.

Christmas Fair Nov 23 Mount Gould Methodist Church from 11am to 2pm.

Santa’s Grotto plus stalls, crafts, cake sale, raffle, tombola and much more.

Christmas Bazaar Nov 23 Trinity United Reformed Church, Torr Lane, Hartley, Plymouth from 10.30 am until 2pm. Father Christmas will be in attendance between 11am and 12.30pm.

Refreshments, lunches, cakes and snacks available.

Cakes, books, gifts etc. with games in the Back Hall.

Not to be missed

Christmas Lights Switch-On Nov 14 Plymouth Loves Christmas Lights! The Christmas holiday calendar officially kicks off with the switch-on of the fantastic Christmas lights and marks the start of late-night shopping in Plymouth City Centre.

Plymouth Christmas Market

Illuminate Nov 28 to Dec 1 The incredible light-based festival returns to Plymouth’s historic Royal William Yard, marking the official start of the Mayflower 400 commemorative year. The festival offers an immersive experience, with projections and light installations set out across the yard along with live performances and interactive opportunities. Illuminate showcases projections and light art installations from local, national and international artists to provide a vibrant, fun and inspiring experience for Plymouth residents and visitors alike. Families are welcome and there are plenty of interactive and playful workshops for everyone to get involved in, both during and in the lead up to the festival.

For details visit www.illuminate-festival.co.uk Plymouth Christmas Market Nov 28 to Dec 19 Pick up some individual and unique Christmas gifts at Plymouth Christmas Market, located in the heart of the city centre. Log cabins and other seasonal stalls, festooned with fairy lights, will house traders from the South West and beyond, selling everything from handmade jewellery and clothing, to artwork and homewares.

Penguins: A LEGO® Brick Trail Nov 30 to Jan 5 The LEGO® brick penguins are returning to Plymouth city centre this year! There are 20 to find in total, with 19 Rockhoppers and one extra special Emperor hiding in shops throughout the city centre. There are some fantastic prizes up for grabs if you find them all, so pick up a trail map from participating Table Top Sale Nov 23 Compton Methodist Church from 10am to 12 noon. To hire a table at £5 each please contact Nigel Tel. 706056 or email. norris477@btinternet.com Christmas Market Nov 24 Plympton Community Sports Centre, Moorland Road, Plympton from 1pm until 4pm. Over 40 stalls with gifts for all as well as festive produce, which will mean you can come along and buy all your Christmas gifts in one hit. There’s also festive activities for the kids too, so they are not under your feet whilst you shop, and a special shopping area for them to buy their presents for their family members, wrap them and label them in secret too.

Christmas Fayre Nov 25 The Ridgeway, Plympton organised by Plym Chamber of Commerce as part of the magical Christmas celebrations from 3pm to 8pm.

Not Quite a Christmas Fayre Nov 30 Fundraiser in aid of the Plymouth Guide and Scout Gang Show. At the Betts Guiding Centre in Plympton (behind the police station) from 11am to 4pm. Trader tables, raffle, tombola, lucky dip, face painting and refreshments. Entry is free.

Christmas Lighting Festival Nov 30 St Edwards Church, Eggbuckland from 4pm to 7pm.

Father Christmas abseiling down the church tower,

retailers or the Visit Plymouth website and get hunting!

Barbican Christmas Lights Switch On Dec 1 Round up the family and enjoy the festive celebrations on Southside Street as the Barbican is lit up for Christmas. Father Christmas will be arriving on the RNLI lifeboat to switch on the lights – but watch out, as the Grinch will be roaming the streets and causing chaos! There will be a range of children’s activities and entertainment to enjoy from 12pm, with the switch-on taking place at 5pm.

Polar Bear Explorer Dec 1 to March 1 Set off on an exciting journey across Plymouth’s Morris Dancers, choir, music, refreshments, including tea/coffee, cakes/mince pies and much more.

Plymouth Global Book Club Dec 4 Long-awaited joint meeting with fellow book lovers in Brest discussing a book they recommended, Small Country (Petit Pays) by Gael Faye. A prizewinner when it was published in the original French, it takes the reader from the small world of a boy’s happy childhood in Burundi to the horrors of genocide in Rwanda and civil war in Burundi. It’s a beautifully written and powerful novel, drawn from the author’s own experiences. Plymouth members will be joining the French group by Skype and the discussion will be in English. Meeting meeting: 6.30pm to 8pm, at Plymouth University in Babbage 002.

Christmas Crafts Fair Dec 5 Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell 5pm to 8pm. A Christmas Fair with local, eco-friendly, responsible businesses with hand-made, recycled, reusable and wildlife focused products. Mulled wine, mince pies and Christmas snacks will be served in the restaurant. An indoor event. Free entry.

Plymouth Flower Club Dec 6 Trinity Church Hall, Torr Lane, Hartley, Plymouth starting at 1.45pm. Pamela Lewis, a national demonstrator, will be giving a demonstration entitled Wishing You a Happy Christmas. Guests are welcome at a charge of £7 per person. Further details can be obtained on 01752 265242.

waterfront this winter, in search of the 20 polar bear cubs hidden in businesses from the Barbican to Royal William Yard. Download your trail map from the Visit Plymouth website or pick it up from a participating business. Learn lots about climate change along the way and by finding the cubs, you’ll be in with a chance of winning some brilliant prizes!

Santa Fun Run Dec 8 Hundreds of Santas of all shapes and sizes will be taking to the streets of Plymouth City Centre for the annual fun event organised by Saltram Rotary Club.

Money raised will go in the main to Hannah’s and Shekinah Mission. For more details or to register go to www.plymouthsantafunrun.co.uk

Sterts Choir Dec 7 St Mary’s Church Tamerton Foliot. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm start. Festive refreshments will be available on the evening. £5 entry, tickets will be available to purchase on the night.

Plymouth Area Police Choir Dec 9 Carol singing at Torr Home, Plymouth 6.30pm Christmas Tree Event Dec 11 to 14 Trinity Church, Tor Lane, Hartley, Plymouth. Daily from 5pm - 8pm and Saturday 4pm to 8pm. Festive refreshments available.All proceeds towards Big Build Project Fund. Contact: Fiona on 07554 446875.

Christmas Fair Dec 15 Plymouth Guildhall from 11.30am to 3pm organised by Frog Fest Events. Festive stalls, food and refreshment.

Festive mini golf for children, Wishy Washy magician from 2pm to 3pm, faceprinting and inflatable Snowglobe. Free entry - first 50 children through the doors will receive a gift.

Plymouth Broadway Organ & Keyboard club Dec 18 This month’s Artiste is Chris Powell, a former resident organist at Blackpool Tower Ballroom.

Don’t be late if you want a lovely evening of live musical entertainment. Broadway Community Centre, Plymstock at 7.15 pm. Admission £5 including tea/ coffee (and mince pie as it’s Christmas). Free parking.

All welcome. 01752 706712.

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Students from Stoke Damerel Community College have been visiting a local care home as part of the college’s ongoing work to forge valuable connections with older people in the community.

And, the visits are proving so popular, that the students are in big demand in the run-up to Christmas!

The college first started visiting residential homes a year ago, after hosting a number of croquet & tea events, where care home residents and people living with dementia are invited to the school to chat and try out croquet.

That led to some of the homes asking for return visits. Around 20 students from Years 7, 8 and 9 spent the morning recently at Two Trees Care Home in Milehouse Road, carving pumpkins, making puzzles and playing cards and board games with the residents.

And, said teacher Jodi Le Page: “We’re visiting three more homes just before Christmas, doing Christmas activities, so we’re in demand! The students absolutely love it, it’s breaking down barriers. Some of them do get a bit emotional because they have older family members affected by dementia and other health issues.”

She added: “When we started the croquet events, the aim was to have awareness about dementia. From that, we are making more and more connections with older people in

our area. Until now, we’ve had links with six homes. We’ve just had two more care homes ask to come to our croquet sessions, and they’ll be with us at our next event on 22 November.”

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This was the first visit to Two Trees, but friendships had already been made at the croquet sessions.

Activities co-ordinator at Two Trees, Jo Smith, said: “Isn’t this lovely? The residents have been so looking forward to this visit. It’s not just the activities, it’s being able to sit and talk to the children.

“We have 23 residents and not all are able to get to the croquet sessions, so they’re really happy to meet the children. I think it’s nice for the whole community, to connect the generations like this.”

Year 9 student, Tanya, said: “We really enjoy seeing the residents - and I think they love it as much as we do. They’re our friends, and it’s wonderful, seeing the smiles on their faces.”

Dylan, in Year 8, has been on a previous college visit to a care home. He said: “It’s really nice, seeing how much they enjoy our visits.”

And the Two Trees residents can’t wait for the next visit. One resident, Delsie, said: “It’s so nice of them to come and see us - they are all so lovely!”

The college will now be helping to raise money through events such as bake sales, to buy more interactive cuddly toy cats for the residents, after seeing how much comfort they bring.

Environmental focus for tenth celebration of Social Enterprise activities in Plymouth One of the UK’s leading celebrations of ethical business is returning to Plymouth in November for its tenth year.

The Social Enterprise City Festival started as a half-day event in 2010, but is now a week-long celebration showcasing the broad range of social enterprises in Plymouth and the impact they’ve had on the city and wider community.

Chair of Plymouth Social Enterprise Network, Gareth Hart said: “This year’s theme is climate change and the environment. We recently made our own ‘climate emergency’ declaration and we want to find out more from people in the city about what changes they think social enterprises can implement to combat climate change.”

There are already a number of businesses

in the city with an ecological focus, such as Plymouth Energy Community, Borrow Don’t Buy, Plymouth Play Scrapstore and Bikespace, and it’s hoped these businesses will provide insights which can guide the rest of the city.

Last year’s event saw around 1,000 people take part in 15 events across the city covering topics as diverse as mental health support, energy poverty and a gin festival!

This year’s event is set to be even bigger, with exhibitions, workshops, pub quizzes and a conference.

There are 24 events across the city from Monday November 18 to Friday November 22, plus national speakers confirmed for the conference taking place on Thursday November 21.

Gareth Hart said: “We believe that we all

need to take action to make a difference and I urge you to come along to our events to find out more about what social enterprises in Plymouth are doing to conserve, protect and enhance the precious world we live in.”

To find out more about the events taking place, visit https://plymsocent.org.uk/socialenterprise-city-festival-10th-anniversary or go to the Plymouth Social Enterprise Network Facebook page.

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Mindful Art Club launched in Plympton Two ex-Broadreach staff who were made redundant during the recent closure of the treatment centre have launched a Mindful Art Club at the Brook Inn in Plympton.

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Artists Peggy Melmoth and Emma Sprawson were part of the support team at Broadreach House Addiction Treatment Centre where they offered a number of activities to the resident clients, including arts and craft workshops.

Broadreach House closed in July this year due to a lack of funding. Following the closure, Emma and Peggy decided to bring their combined skills into the community to offer mindful art as a way for people to manage anxiety and stress.

Peggy said: “Do you know when you enjoyed art as a kid, without judging your ability or results? We get together for 10 minutes of mindful meditation, then we have a coffee and a chat, and do some art, just for fun.”

Emma commented: “At Broadreach I used to run mindfulness sessions and art workshops for the clients. Then we had the idea of combining both things at once.”

Emma is trained in counselling, mindfulness, acupuncture and Indian head massage and is a practising artist offering multi-media artworks and personalised commissions.

Peggy is qualified in clinical hypnotherapy and is also a practising artist offering watercolour paintings, personalised cartoon portraits and logos for small business.

She is currently studying for a counselling qualification.

The duo’s easy-going art sessions aim to help you to deal with anxiety, stress and daily worries and they are run on a ‘pay what you feel’ donation basis.

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Plympton prepares for Christmas lights switch on This year’s annual Christmas Fayre and Lights Switch on in Plympton Ridgeway - #LightUpPlympton as it has become known - looks as if it might be the best one yet judging by the event details released by organisers Plym Chamber.

stalls open and runs through until 8pm. Several businesses on Ridgeway will be opening late to welcome customers old and new.

This year there will be two live performance stages, a main one situated outside the Post Office Inn and a community stage based at the top of the Ridgeway shopping street by the mini It’s taking place on Monday November 25 and there will be roundabout. an action packed afternoon and evening of entertainment Those already confirmed to perform on the main stage suitable for the whole family. It kicks off at 3pm when the street include Kingsmen Choir, Razzmatazz and Riptide. It is also hoped to get local singer Tom Baker along.

Among those due to take to the community stage are Plympton Academy’s School of Rock and an assortment of other school choirs and musicians. It’s also hoped Plympton’s Rustic Busker Jay Urquhart will come along to Christmas is coming to Plymstock on Wednesday perform a set.

November 20 with The Broadway’s Christmas Lights Plympton Ukele and Higher Being Stilt Walkers will Switch On, in association with Radio Plymouth. be just two of a number of street performers during the There will be a busy afternoon of entertainment with the event. lights being switched on at 6.30pm by Santa. There will be The small car park in front of the Co-op will be home entertainment from local choirs, special guests ‘The Swing to a fun fair and the police and fire service will also be Kings’ and free fun for all the family from 3.30pm. bringing along some vehicles for the public to have a Olaf and Peppa Pig will be there as well as the Plymouth close up look at.

Party Princesses. There will be an inflatable snow globe from Plymouth’s Deputy Lord Mayor Cllr Terri Beer will be on Funtasia and Fillies & Fizz will be on hand too. stage at 6.30pm to formally welcome people and she will There will also be an extensive Christmas market with be joined by members of Plymouth Raiders for the grand stalls showcasing their artisan gifts and catering for any switch on of the Christmas lights at 6.40pm. festive shopping needs. From decorations and cards to There is still chance for local businesses and presents and seasonal fayre. individuals to provide sponsorship and donations to help Warm up with a hot drink or a tasty bite to eat. It’s a meet the substantial cost of putting on this event and perfect place to do a spot of shopping. providing the display of Christmas Lights over the festive Shoppers will also be able to take advantage of special period. This can be done through the Chamber’s website Christmas opening hours that will be announced on The at www.plymchamber.co.uk Broadway website soon.

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Plymouth’s compassion for end of life care is officially recognised

Plymouth has been recognised as the first compassionate city for those at end of life in England!

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The accolade for Plymouth is from Public Health Palliative Care International in recognition of the commitment the city has made – and work already under way - towards meeting the objectives of the End of Life Compassionate City Charter.

This charter provides a framework outlining social actions relating to death, dying and loss, to be delivered in partnership with communities and individuals for the benefit of everyone in the city.

A compassionate city or community is one that recognises that care for one another at times of crisis and loss is not simply a task solely for health and social services but is everyone’s responsibility.

It was in May 2018 that St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth hosted the Plymouth, a Compassionate City: What can you do? conference attended by organisations ranging from schools and places of worship to solicitors, GP surgeries and voluntary groups and Plymouth City Council.

While acknowledging the great progress the city has made in creating compassionate communities for homeless and prison populations, key speaker Professor Allan Kellehear of Bradford University challenged Plymouth to do more, stating that: “Every day people die and hearts are broken.

Death and dying are more than medical issues and caring for those affected is not just the role of the doctor and the chaplain. End of life care is everyone’s responsibility and we all have a practical role to play.”

He asked the city to adopt a public health approach to dealing with the lasting impacts of death, dying and loss on individuals in our city and to implement the End of Life Compassionate City Charter. Having a city-wide end of

life network working in partnership with the City Council, as well as other public bodies and local charities, will ensure Plymouth is a city that does not shy away from the ‘taboo’ subjects of death, dying and bereavement but talks openly about them.

Across the city, people will be more informed and compassionate towards those facing end of life, or experiencing loss and bereavement. Delegates demonstrated overwhelming support for the charter and the creation of an end of life network for Plymouth and the surrounding communities that is made up of individuals, groups and organisations working together to deliver the charter’s aims.

Councillor Kate Taylor, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care, said: “The Compassionate City Charter for end of life care gives us all a framework to work towards.

“The challenges it will help us meet are particularly pertinent to Plymouth as a growing city with a rising number of over-65s. Death and dying are more than medical issues and caring for those

affected is not just the role of doctors, we all have a role to play. We fully support this approach and will work with our community to turn aspiration into action.”

CEO of St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth, Steve Statham added: “This charter is about how we can work together towards extending the support we give to people at a most difficult time in their life”.

The initiative which is being coordinated and led by Gail Wilson, deputy director of Clinical Services at St Luke’s, said:“Across the city and the wider communities there are many examples of individuals and groups going the extra mile to support people during times of sickness, bereavement and loss, from providing a listening ear to helping with practical things such as walking the dog and collecting shopping.

“I have been amazed by what various organisations and individuals across the city have achieved in the past 18 months, with the support of the compassionate community team at St Luke’s.”

For more information about the EOL Compassionate City Charter visit www. plymouthcompassionatecity.co.uk

Notre Dame was the first in the city to be recognised as a Compassionate School. Pictured (from left) arte teacher Angie, student Anabel and St Luke’s Deputy CEO George Lillie

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Woodside’s ponies in for extra treats on a very special day for horses

Woodside Animal Welfare Trust in Elfordleigh, is celebrating World Horse Appreciation Day on November 16 by sharing the antics of their five resident ponies.

To mark the special day, the team at the Plympton based sanctuary are sure to give the herd of ponies an extra polo or two to celebrate, alongside their usual daily loving care.

Wispa, Fallon, Barney, Max and Amos enjoy life at Woodside in their dedicated paddocks complete with extra enrichments and cuddles from staff.

Brother and sister duo Barney and Fallon can often be seen playing in their fields while mum Wispa looks on, and Shetlands Max and Amos share their paddock with two resident sheep named Iggle and Piggle.

Originally from the moors, Wispa, Barney and Fallon joined the sanctuary over a decade ago and have remained as residents at the charity ever since. Max and Amos also live as permanent residents due to a skin condition that Amos suffers with called Sweet Itch. Thankfully, Woodside provide medication for the ponies daily which allows them to live comfortable and happy lives with one another.

Wispa, at a grand age of approximately 25 years, is also given extra grass and two special mash feeds a day since her dental treatment earlier this year. Having had an x-ray of her teeth on site, it was discovered that Wispa needed veterinary treatment to remove four of her teeth, and so she made the trip to Filham Vets in Ivybridge in February. Thanks to kind supporters, the charity were able to raise a fantastic £615 of the total £750 cost and Wispa is eating and grazing far more comfortably now.

As winter seems to be in full swing this month, the resident ponies at Woodside are lucky enough to be able to take refuge in their purpose built shelters, as well as cosying up in their special waterproof rugs.

“We are so lucky to receive some fantastic donations from members of the public, particularly through our Amazon Wishlist, that allow us to provide extra equipment to help with the care of our ponies” staff tell us. Having received fly masks in the summer to keep pesky bugs away from the ponies faces, Woodside have also received new winter rugs for the horses which are waterproof and give extra warmth particularly for older pony Wispa.

A great addition to the sanctuary’s livestock area, the five ponies, along with resident sheep, chickens, goats and pigs are very much loved by staff and volunteers all year round, not just on November 16.

To support Woodside’s work caring for up to 19 different species at any one time, visit their website (www.woodsidesanctuary.org.uk) or call 01752 347503.

Introducing “LISA”

From November 2019 first time home buyers will no longer be able to consider opening a Help to Buy ISA account to incentivise them to save for the deposit on their first home, although existing holders of a Help to Buy ISA account will have until 2030 to utilise the government bonus.

The alternative to the Help to Buy ISA for first-time buyers will be to open a Lifetime or ISA account (or “LISA” as the scheme is often referred to).

To claim the government bonus, the saver will be required to complete a set of forms, and their conveyancer will make an application to the Bank or Building Society to ensure that the funds will be available in time for the purchase transaction to complete. Savers are therefore advised to instruct a conveyancer who is well-versed with the requirements of the scheme to avoid any delays arising in the application for the bonus.

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LISA will enable individuals aged between 18 to 39 to save tax-free. Savers may either use the savings for the purchase of their first home, or they can continue to save and withdraw their savings on attaining the age of 60.

Savers may invest up to £4,000 a year and enjoy the benefit of a 25% bonus payable by the Government. The bonus is paid to savers from the ages of 18 to 50 meaning that savers can benefit from a bonus payout of up to a maximum of £32,000.00!

If the saver utilises the LISA for the purchase of their first home, there are a number of steps the Bank or Building Society requires the saver to address before releasing the funds – to include details of the conveyancer instructed in the purchase transaction.

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POPPY DISPLAY PRAISED Plympton’s own miniature version of the poppy wave has been widely applauded by those living in the town.

Members of the Sir Joshua Reynolds WI made the display which has been put in the WI garden located in the upper part of Ridgeway next to the Specialist Vehicles garage.

The display was put in place on November 1 in a ceremony attended by Stannator Fiona Smith who is a member of the Sir Joshua Reynolds WI. (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

Making the most of water based opportunities in Plymouth Plymouth City Council is setting out plans to review the city’s watersports offerings and the service offered by Mount Batten Watersports Centre, in line with Plymouth’s new Visitor Plan and Plymouth Sound’s recently declared status as the UK’s first National Marine Park.

The review will explore how the Mount Batten Watersports Centre’s existing offer – and the surrounding land and water – can be enhanced to provide maximum benefits to both locals and visitors.

This will include improving access to and increasing participation in watersports, as well as securing long-

term financial sustainability for the centre. A report will establish the cost of redeveloping the centre and the surrounding land and on-water facilities in order to achieve these goals.

Councillor Tudor Evans, Leader of Plymouth City Council said: “As Britain’s Ocean City and home of the UK’s first National Marine Park, Plymouth Sound is at the heart of what makes our city such a brilliant place to live, work and visit.

“It’s shocking that 17 per cent of children from Plymouth have never even been to a beach, so it’s vitally important that we work to engage them with the ocean so they experience all the benefits

our wonderful natural environment brings. In addition to this, this review will enable us to nurture the economic advantages that the Sound can bring – which will make our city a better place for everybody.”

The review will also identify how Plymouth can better support major racing events like the Rolex Fastnet Race, which has finished in Plymouth since it began in 1925 and which attracts hundreds of sailors to the city.

Plymouth City Council is going out to tender to appoint a consultant to carry out the review, with applications open from now until November 15.

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A delegated decision to require people to register for garden waste collections in 2020 has been called in for scrutiny by a Plympton councillor.

The delegated decision was made on October 23 by Councillor Sue Dann, Cabinet Member for Environment and Street Scene. If her plans go ahead garden waste in Plymouth will no longer be automatically collected from the kerbside of every household from next year.

The way garden waste collections are to be carried out are to change with the aim of being more efficient. As a result people wanting to have their garden waste collected from their homes next year will need to register first, otherwise it will not be collected. The registration web page will go live online before Christmas and residents will be reminded to sign up.

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A group of 42 students from Plympton Academy left Devon and headed for the bright lights of London recently.

The trip to see the smash hit West End musical, The School of Rock, involved students from Years 7 to 13 who will all be starring in the schools own version of the show later this year.

“The show was brilliant,” said director of performing arts at Plympton Academy, Jo Crook.

“The performers, both adults and children in the cast were outstanding, and the students left completely inspired and ready to begin their own rehearsals in preparation for their performance in February.”

The students are pictured above outside the West End theatre.

Registration will be quick and easy to do online using a computer, tablet or smart phone with a few details.

For residents who don’t have internet access there are free computers available for anyone to use in libraries across the city.

A number of residents have however expressed concern at the plans, fearing it is the first step towards eventually introducing charges for garden waste collection while others are concerned that elderly residents will not have the wherewithal and technology to register.

Plympton Erle Councillor Terri Beer has called the delegated decision in for scrutiny and as the Chronicle goes to press the matter is due to be debated further at Plymouth City Council’s Scrutiny Committee on November 11.

Garden waste collections for the current season ended on October 31.

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People from Plymouth and across the world tuned in online on August Bank Holiday Monday to hear terminally ill Oliver Brown along with his younger brother Benjamin and their parents take over the airwaves for two hours on Horrabridge-based internet station Radio Walkham.

Hosting the radio show was one of a number of fun activities Oliver, who had a lifelimiting blood cancer condition called Myelodsplastic Syndrome, wanted to fulfil after he and his family were informed that his condition had reached a terminal stage.

Oliver, who was a pupil at Goosewell Academy, had undergone multiple operations in the past three years. He passed away on November 2 at Children’s Hospice South West’s Little Harbour facility in St. Austell surrounded by his family.

Many people have paid tribute to Oliver in postings on social media describing him as a lovely boy who always made everyone smile.

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Any big branches, rubble or soil will still have to be taken to one of the household recycling centres.

Councillor Dann said: “This will be a positive change for how we collect garden waste in Plymouth. Currently less than half the city put out garden waste for collection.

“We don’t always know who wants a collection and it’s a bit like an Easter egg hunt trying to make sure we pick up from everyone.

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Installation of historic naval figureheads is underway at The Box including big ‘King Billy’

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The monumental sculptures, all of which were carved between the 1830s and 1860s, are arriving from conservation studios in London, Helston and North Devon.

Their ground breaking restoration has taken nearly two years and was kick started in 2017 with funding secured from Interreg through its ‘Maritime, Military and Industrial Atlantic Heritage’ (MMIAH) project.

Delivering, unloading and installing the figureheads began on October 18 and is set to take around a fortnight and they are arriving in batches of three or four at a time.

Some are over four metres high and the largest, known as ‘King Billy’ weighs around two tonnes. Working with objects of this scale means that at least four technicians are needed to manoeuvre each of them into the building.

One of the most badly damaged of the figureheads was HMS Topaz a three-quarter-length female bust carved in 1858, whose ship was responsible for removing two of the Easter Island statues that are now in the British Museum’s collection.

Topaz had wood rot throughout 90% of her structure but conservators used extraordinary techniques including Sonic Tomography to save her carved outer shell, before carefully replacing the rotting wood and repainting her.

Tudor Evans, Plymouth City Council Leader said: “Seeing the figureheads that have arrived was just awesome.

They are huge. It was brilliant to get a sneak peek at them and see just how remarkable they are up close.

Returning them to their former glory so they can go on display is a huge achievement for all those involved.

Everyone who visits The Box when it opens next year is going to be completely wowed by them.”

The figureheads are set to be displayed in an impressive flotilla in the main entrance to The Box. Thirteen of them will be suspended from the ceiling while King Billy will stand on the floor with an eye catching display of nearly 300 ship’s badges behind him.

Other figureheads in the collection also have extraordinary histories including HMS Sybille, inspired by the ancient Greek oracle, who played an active role in the capture of Canton during the Second China War, HMS Centaur who fought pirates on the coast of West Africa and served during the Crimea War in 1855 and HMS Calliope who was stationed in Australia during the early 1850s and deployed to New Zealand in 1848 during wars with the Maori including the attack on Ruapekapeka.

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Plymouth’s City Change Fund wins prestigious international award Plymouth City Council has won a prestigious international award for its pioneering work in engaging residents to solve problems.

Plymouth was one of three winners of the Engaged Cities Award announced by Cities of Service at an international event in Washington DC. Council leader Tudor Evans was in Washington to receive a $75,000 prize for the city’s innovative City Chage Fund, which uses Crowdfund Plymouth to distribute funds raised by developments through the Community Infrastructure Levy.

Since 2015, the Council has distributed nearly £408,000 across 82 projects with the Crowdfund Plymouth platform, raising over £1.5 million in the city.

The council uses the Crowdfunder website to distribute the neighbourhood proportion’ of the infrastructure levy and pledges up to 50 per cent of a project’s costs (up to a maximum of £20,000), if they met the council’s criteria and priorities.

Funded projects include a café and comprehensive resource centre that has become a community hub for dementia patients and their caregivers; a children’s theatre; a women’s soccer league; public art displays; and a new school playground.

Tudor Evans said: “This is huge. Not just for the council, but for the city of Plymouth, for the groups whose incredible ideas have helped add life and spark to where they live and to the generous people who pitched in a few pounds to make events happen and projects come to life.

“We have already had loads of interest from councils looking to replicate this scheme to the benefit of their own residents - this prize gives us an even bigger platform.

“The City Change Fund has helped us reconnect to groups across the city. It’s people power in action and it’s through contributions made by developers.”

Dawn Bebe, co-founder and director of Crowdfunder.co.uk added: “We are delighted that our pioneering partnership with Plymouth City Council has been so successful.

It’s incredible to think that from the initial spark of an idea to launching a campaign to crowdfund a city - now over £2 million has been raised for projects in the city, some brilliant ideas have happened - and now we’ve won an international award. We look forward to using this model to crowdfund

The Spark buses on the 21/21A routes between Barne Barton and Plympton have been fitted with on-board defibrillators as the initial stage of a groundbreaking new charity partnership which ultimately aims to have them on all buses in the Citybus fleet.

more cities and tackle more of society’s challenges by making ideas happen.”

The Cities of Service Engaged Cities award is a globally prestigious award, underwritten by Bloomberg Philanthropies, which highlights the ways that cities are shaping the future with residents and allows cities around the world to learn best practices and implement similar solutions in their own cities.

Plymouth City Council has pledged its maximum sum of £20,000 six times on: • Lady Astor Statue • Street Factory - helping to renovate their building • The Clipper - bringing a long term empty building back into use for community benefit and affordable housing • The Yoga Loft Plymouth - renovation works for a long term empty building to put it into use as a yoga studio • Mayflower Forest - creating a Mayflower Forest on Marsh Mills roundabout to improve the entrance to the city • Devonport Sport For All - funds to create a 4G pitch at Devonport School for Boys

(which is open for public use) By contrast the smallest pledge was £250 on Radiant Grotto, a Santa’s grotto in the city centre - a great example of small amounts can have a big impact. A total of 18 pledges of £1,000 or less have been made.

Other City Change Fund facts: • 9,175 people have pledged on 82 projects, making it an average of 112 pledges per project • The highest number of pledges received was 1,908 for the Blurt Foundation, a Plymouthbased nationwide project that focuses on raising awareness of depression and helping people access tools to seek help.

• The second highest number of pledges was 696 for the Lady Astor Statue. The council pledged £20,000, they raised £131,792 • The third most pledged project, with 247 pledges, is one of the most recent - Project Pollenize - which is a Plymouth Community Interest Company looking to tackle pollinator decline through community and technology and aim to populate four new sites with hives.

Tributes paid to inspirational headteacher Staff and pupils at Pomphlett Primary School are mourning the loss of their inspirational head teacher Des Walsh.

Mr Walsh passed away on October 23 after a prolonged battle with cancer.

Chair of governors Helen Connett said in a letter to parents: “Des showed enormous bravery in the face of a long battle with cancer. As a school community, we are deeply affected by this tragic loss.

“As a school governor, I have seen first hand the impact of his leadership and vision for the school.

He not only showed enormous professionalism and integrity, but at all times a sense of humour. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.”

Tributes poured in for Mr Walsh on social media after the announcement of his passing.

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Christine Redding wrote: ”As an ex governor and chair of governors at Pomphlett this is such very sad news.

Des was an amazing person, head teacher and role model to the whole school community.

“It’s a sad loss. My thoughts are with his family and the whole school community at this time.”

Steve Donald commented: “It was an honour to know such as great man and headteacher. He fought so hard to beat such a terrible disease.

“I thank him for overseeing and giving my children an amazing education.”

Emma Wilton added: “Absolutely devastating news, Mr Walsh was a huge part of our school community and will be dearly missed. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and all involved with Pomphlett. It has been a very emotional day in our house today, he really was a special and kind man.”

Helen Green commented: “Absolutely devastated but so pleased that both my children had the benefit and pleasure of knowing him. They both thought the world

of him and as parents, we were so thankful for all he did for them.

Our thoughts are with his family and all the wonderful staff at Pomphlett in these sad times.”

The defibrillators can be used to restart the heart in case of cardiac arrest and can raise survival rates from 6% to an incredible 74%. Plymouth Citybus has worked closely with local charity Hearts Together, who support patients, families and carers in the South West, to deliver the project. Defibshop, who are experts in their field, have also provided support and resources to assist this new venture.

This is believed to be the first scheme in the UK to place defibrillators on buses and was launched on October 16 to coincide with World Restart a Heart Day. Plymouth Citybus managing director Richard Stevens said: “We’re hoping this investment will help save lives. In times of crisis our buses are often first at the scene, so it makes sense for them to be equipped with defibrillators.

“Members of the public will be able to use them and we are also training all our drivers in the hope that should someone suffer a cardiac arrest we’re doing our very best to significantly improve their chances of survival.

“I’d like to thank Hearts Together for working with us to deliver this remarkable project, which we believe will make a genuine difference not just to the health of our passengers but for the communities we service.”

Each of the buses will have signs to advise passengers that a defibrillator is aboard their bus, with clearly labelled QR codes next to them, which members of the public will be able to scan to play a video showing how to use them.

The aim is to have a defibrillator on every bus, with a fund-raising drive by the charity now underway to achieve this.

Hearts Together chief executive Liz Harding said: “I’d like to thank everyone at Plymouth Citybus and Defibshop for all their help with this project, which not only increases the opportunity to save lives but raises awareness of the work we do.

“Defibrillators make a tangible difference to communities - tragically 90-95% of cardiac arrests prove fatal when they go untreated, yet the likelihood of survival is altered dramatically by their use.

“Every minute without CPR or defibrillation, the chances of someone surviving a cardiac arrest reduces by seven to 10% - it’s that important.

“Buses are central to everyday life and it makes perfect sense for defibrillators to be fitted to them - it means one is never far away from those in need.”

Vick Smith, Defibshop account manager, said: “Defibshop is very proud to be part of this Plymouth Citybus and Hearts Together defibrillator scheme.

“It is vitally important the message around the use of defibrillators is foremost in the public mind and the understanding that anyone can help in the event of an emergency.

“Hearts Together work tirelessly to bring the public access to defibrillators, and Plymouth Citybus have supplied the perfect vehicle to do this. We are convinced this initiative will be a very positive one, which is planned to be rolled out to the entire Plymouth Citybus fleet and, we hope, other public transport providers across the UK will follow suit.”

There is an audio interview about the defibrillators on Plympton’s buses in the December edition of the Plympton Podcast.

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Winter of family fun coming to Plymouth’s Waterfront

Families can wrap up warm and enjoy wintry fun along the waterfront with the return of the Barbican Christmas Lights Switch-on and the Polar Bear Explorer trail.

On Sunday December 1, Southside Street will be filled with festive cheer for the Barbican Christmas Lights Switch-on. There will be free family entertainment from 12pm, including biscuit making with CaterED in the Tourist Information, a Christmas Grotto from Higher Beings and performances from local choirs.

Father Christmas will arrive on the RNLI lifeboat outside Cap’n Jaspers at around 4.30pm to spread festive cheer, but watch out for the Grinch who will be roaming the streets and looking to cause chaos.

The Lord Mayor will then join the popular festive characters aboard an open top bus,

courtesy of Plymouth Citybus, on Southside Street to switch the lights on at 5pm.

This year, the Christmas Lights Switch-on takes place on the same weekend as lightbased festival Illuminate, which is expanding this year with activity on the Barbican to enjoy too.

Also beginning on December 1 is the Polar Bear Explorer. Following its popularity last year, the trail will return with 20 polar bear cubs hidden in businesses from Royal William Yard to Millbay, the Barbican to Sutton Harbour and Bretonside.

Trail booklets, available from participating retailers, the Tourist Information Centre or the Visit Plymouth website, include a comic strip which tells the story of George the polar bear cub and how climate change is affecting his environment in a way that is easy for children to understand.

Each section of the comic book is missing a key word, which you’ll be able to fill in when you find the matching polar bear cub.

There are some great prizes up for grabs depending on how many of the polar bear cubs you find, from a BMX bike to a behindthe-scenes tour of the National Marine Aquarium or an Eco-Kids starter kit. Young explorers have until March 1 to find all the cubs and enter the competition.

There will also be an extra special golden polar bear waiting to be found in Southside Street. Find him to enter an additional competition to win one of three WWF polar

bear adoption packs, by sharing a selfie and making a pledge to help the environment.

Sarah Gibson, waterfront manager and chief executive of Plymouth Waterfront Partnership BID, said: “The Waterfront is so much more than just a summer destination.

With fantastic, unique and independent retailers, some of the city’s best eateries and brilliant family friendly events, there’s plenty to see and do throughout the winter months, whether you’re Christmas shopping or just looking to spend quality time with your family.”

For more information about Christmas in Plymouth, please see visitplymouth.co.uk.

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Volunteers needed for tapestry project Do you have embroidery skills and some spare time to help bring an exciting community tapestry to life for Mayflower 400?

For the past year, the Plymstock Community Forum has been working with local artists, historians and embroiderers on the Plymstock Tapestry Project – a creative project to produce a large-scale community tapestry.

The tapestry is one of many exciting projects that will commemorate the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower’s historic voyage in 1620 and has been funded by Mayflower Community Sparks - a partnership project between Mayflower 400, Plymouth Culture, Plymouth City Council, The Box, Plymouth and Vital Sparks with funding via Arts Council England.

Members of the local community have begun to create the hand sewn work which depicts Plymstock’s rich and colourful heritage through the ages from prehistoric times into the 21st century.

The design features prominent landmarks such as Mount Batten Tower in 1660, Hooe Manor in 1777 and Minses Farm, Elburton, in 1600, and historical and local figures including Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir Francis Drake and the Harris family.

In order to complete the tapestry, The Plymstock Community Forum is looking for more volunteers to help embroider the commissioned, original artwork which has now been placed onto fabric.

The project currently has about 20 volunteer embroiderers but needs about 40 volunteers with patchwork and stitching skills – particularly backstitch and blackwork.

Brian Steele, chairman of the Plymstock Community Forum, said: “We have now produced all the designs for the project and are seeking

additional help from those with needle and thread skills to join us. Our plan is to get as many people as possible involved so that the work is shared as well as the success.”

When completed, the tapestry will measure over 13ft long and will be displayed in Plymstock Library as part of the Mayflower 400 commemorative year and beyond. Brian added: “Many people are unaware of the heritage that surrounds them and it was thought that a tapestry would be a great method of telling the story of Plymstock. The concept of a tapestry was seen as being a piece of art which could be undertaken as a community

project using local skills to achieve the objective.

Volunteers will be supplied with the necessary threads, colour chart and an embroiderer’s frame.

For more information on the project and to volunteer as an embroiderer, please contact Brian

Steele on 01752 405132 or briandsal@blueyonder. co.uk For the latest information on the Mayyflower 400 commemorative programme visi www. mayflower400uk.org

New defibrillator for Colebrook A new defibrillator has been made available for Colebrook Village thanks to the Colebrook Community Association.

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International Men’s Day to be celebrated in Plymouth relationships, but also the chance to hear some inspirational talks around male health and mental health and the provision of positive male role models.

The event will take the form of informative talks from Ann James, chief executive of Plymouth NHS Hospitals Trust; Toby Gorniak director of the local hip hop dance company, Street Factory; Andy Shaw, head of community nursing at St Luke’s Hospice; Dr Jasmine Kelland, programme lead on the human resources post graduate programme at Plymouth University; Dr Sophie Mayhew, consultant clinical psychologist; Sven Lauch, Eyes Up Training; Dave Cartwright, army medic; John Hamblin chief executive of Shekinah, and Alan Butler of Pride Plymouth.

BBC presenter Gordon Sparks will host the event

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As well as offering the opportunity for men to learn more about themselves and others, it will showcase those in the city who are committed to seeing everyone flourish, and although geared towards creating a safe space for men, women are welcome too.

Take up has been very positive and the event will be provide not only an opportunity to build

International Women’s Day has become a celebration and acknowledgement of the fantastic work and principles women bring to society and the economy and offers a big support network to all women who are looking to develop careers and take up their place in all levels of our society.

Sadly, gatherings of mainly men have sometimes resorted to who can banter best, who can pull out the biggest business card, or who can win the best deal.

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former serving personnel in the lead up to Remembrance Day. Gordon Sparks will host the event with his characteristic exuberance – after all who can avoid football in an event like this – and it will be officially opened by the Lord Mayor.

More information and how to book can be found at www. plymouthimd.co.uk

£13 million funding is agreed for city centre health hub Proposals for a new city centre health hub have been given the green light by Plymouth City Council.

The new ‘one stop shop’ health hub will be located in Colin Campbell Court and has received funding of £13 million from the council.

Cllr Kate Taylor, the cabinet member for health and social care on Plymouth City Council said: “A hub hosting not just GP services, but pharmacy, mental health, sexual health and dental services in the very heart of our city is exactly what is needed to try and address some of the challenges being faced in Plymouth.

“In particular, I am so pleased that we are taking action on addressing the huge – and growing – waiting list for dental services, something which is so important for residents right across the city, but particular those in deprived areas. I can’t wait to see it open.”

Cllr Mark Lowry, the cabinet member for finance added: “I”m delighted to say that I have already signed the business case to make sure this happens, and planning has already begun. In May next year we will submit a planning application to start work on the Super Health Hub in October 2020. This is an investment in our city centre, to provide desperately needed primary care right at the heart of our city.

The City Council has worked with partners to develop the proposals for the city centre health hub including Derriford Hospital, the Peninsular Dental School, NHS England and local GP and dental surgeries.

The new development will be on the corner of Market Avenue and George Street that backs onto Colin Campbell Court.

Now that the City Council has given the green light to the project it is hoped that work will start on the project in 2020 and will be completed and open to Plymouth patients in 2022.

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Furry friends looking for a new home

Woodside Animal Welfare Trust at Elfordleigh provides much more than a sanctuary for just dogs and cats.

Offering a home for up to 19 different species, the charity’s rodent section is ever growing, as small furries are bought to the sanctuary for a number of reasons.

Taking in rodents such as hamsters, chinchillas, rats, mice and many more, Woodside’s corridors can often be seen lined with adorable small pets who are in need of a new home. Amongst them, a pair of Degus have been patiently waiting since July to find a new loving family to call them their own.

A friendly pair, Dusty and Diego came to Woodside three months ago due to a relationship break up, and have been enjoying life at the sanctuary ever since. While they receive fantastic care and regular enrichment from the staff on hand at Woodside, it is a home they can call their own that the pair of males are really longing for.

The four and a half year old pair enjoy being active in their cage and making use of their wheels and regular sand baths, as well as investigating what treats staff may have in their pockets.

Originally from Chile, Degus make fantastic pets as they are very sociable and are active during the day. They are thought to be related tochinchillas and guinea pigs and so are also rather adorable to look at.

Despite all their positive qualities, staff are stumped as to why Dusty and Diego still haven’t found their much deserved new home.

While Woodside suspect that it is due to Degu’s being perceived as a more unusual pet, there is plenty of help on hand for the pair’s new owners and the sanctuary are hopeful that they will find the right home soon.

To support Woodside’s work and to find out more about Dusty and Diego, please visit the Woodside website (www. woodsidesanctuary.org.uk) or call 01752 347503.

New arrivals welcomed at Dartmoor Zoo Dartmoor Zoo has welcomed two redhanded tamarins from Szeged Zoo in Hungary and the pair were revealed to the public in their brand-new enclosure on November 8.

The two female red-handed tamarins, Pumpkin (aged four) and Ember (aged eight), were welcomed to the zoo at the end of October and have been settling into their new home.

In the run up to their arrival, the team at Dartmoor Zoo were busy creating a new enclosure for the tamarins, which has been carefully designed with plenty of room for them to climb, swing and jump at their leisure – as well as providing an exceptional viewing opportunity for visitors to the zoo.

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the golden-handed tamarin or Midas tamarin executive commented: “We’re so pleased and grow to between 18 and 30 centimetres with our new arrivals and we are looking in size. In the wild, their diet mainly consists forward to their happy future at Dartmoor of insects, fruit and flowers as well as frogs, Zoo. It’s been an exciting time, planning and rodents and reptiles. developing their These omnivores new enclosure. disperse seeds as These particular they travel, which tamarins tend to helps the forests to live in groups of grow. Red-handed five on average, tamarins face the we hope that in challenge of their the future we will natural habitat, the be able to breed tropical rainforest from one of the in South America, females, but for being threatened by now we want to deforestation. enjoy getting to Coral Jonas, know them and One of the red-handed tamarins at Dartmoor Zoo deputy chief provide them with

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“Here at Dartmoor Zoo our priority is 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.”

Glass production specialists, Cornwall Glass, kindly donated the glass that develop the tamarins’ new enclosure, providing an optimum viewing experience for zoo visitors.

Along with the donation of glass, staff also volunteered their time to help fit the glazing and assist in some of the other works.

Coral added: “Thanks to the team at Cornwall Glass, we have been able to provide a bespoke home for two new animals and give them a safe and secure environment to live in.

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Former hostage Terry Waite shares his story as part of Mayflower 400 anniversary Former hostage, humanitarian and author Terry Waite took centre stage at Devonport’s HMS Drake, at a themed talk commemorating the Mayflower 400 anniversary.

Welcomed to Devonport by Commodore Peter Coulson, Naval Base Commander, the event in the Warrant Officers and Senior rates mess saw Terry Waite share his story of his time as a hostage in Beirut, some 28 years since his release in November 1991.

Terry spent 1,760 days in captivity and twenty years later he travelled back to meet his jihadist captors. His personal journey and

recovery are testament to the notion that hardship can often be a source of strength; and event organisers say his experiences can be assimilated to those of the pilgrims who set sail on the Mayflower some 400 years ago.

Craig Moore, from Plymouth law firm Womble Bond Dickinson, and sponsor of the talk said; “We’re really pleased to support the Mayflower 400 initiative and to welcome Terry to this headline event in Plymouth.

“Terry’s experience was unique and fascinating to hear him speak about surviving his ordeal and indeed how he came to terms with the aftermath.”

Terry Waite speaking at the event

Terry Waite shared his personal account of his ability to face the unknown, to build trust and the physical and mental capacity he had to exercise to deal with the hardships that he

faced. Terry also shared his insights into the importance of staying mentally active in the face of death as well as ways in which he was creative in situations where there was little or no support available.

He believed that when forced to, humans discover resources that enable them to cope in extreme situations.

“Over 400 years ago the Pilgrims set sail to find a new life for themselves in unknown territory,” said Terry Waite.

“The personal qualities they required then are the same as those required today: courage, innovation and conviction. In remembering that voyage we can take inspiration from the fact that human beings have the capacity to adapt and change.

History has much to teach us.”

Mayflower 400 commemoration sits at the very heart of the special relationship between Britain and the US. The official programme in 2020 will comprise over 400 events that will span four nations – Britain, US, Netherlands and Wampanoag – and is anticipated to yield a significant impact on the business turnover across the UK Mayflower Compact destinations.

The event was one of a series of seven themed talks that will take place over a two year period commemorating the Mayflower’s 400th year anniversary and the importance of the transatlantic relationship between the UK and the US.

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“A happy heart is good medicine, and a cheerful mind works healing.”

Those words are straight out of the Bible, which is full of wisdom that has stood the test of time over thousands of years and it’s more than just positive thinking.

Against a backdrop in our news and social media about the problems of mental ill-health, how do we apply those words? When everything looks bleak, is it realistic to expect a happy heart and cheerful mind?

The answers, of course, are as varied and complex as the issues that face us in our time here on this planet. There is no ‘magic bullet’ to cure our depression; no miracle drug; no ‘one size fits all’ quick fix.

But there is hope and it lies in the opposite direction to the pursuit of happiness. Usually it surprises us when we are the most selfforgetful, giving out rather than looking to consume.

I battled (and it is past tense, which itself may give hope) with depression on and off for

By Ian Pilkington, Presenter on Cross Rhythms Plymouth

twenty years. And my wife battled with living with me in all that too. So I realise there are deep issues involved here that a little article like this isn’t going to touch. But there are equally deep yet surprisingly simple principles that can make a huge difference. Let me try to illustrate what I mean: What makes me happy and relaxed may be the very thing that you try to avoid because it makes you bored or edgy, and vice versa. In relationships Ian Pilkington this is either going to cause tension and frustration if I try to get my needs met; or lead to grace or generosity if I try to meet yours, depending on how we choose to deal with it.

My wife and I are wired almost totally, completely opposite in many ways – for instance, I love to do the same thing over again, like walking the same route through woods and over moorland; she wants to go find a new route and a new destination every single time.

Her choice sets me on edge as I gear myself

up for the unknown, ready to deal with it but not exactly enjoying the rest.

My familiar, regular route, with what I see as an ever changing complexity of nature through different seasons and weathers, is to her not worth doing twice because there’s so much more out there to discover.

Who is right? Both, of course, and neither. What makes us happy is as unique as our fingerprints.

So, we compromise. In that compromise, someone gives the other the gift of the thing that makes them happy at the apparent cost of pursuing their own happiness.

And another piece of wisdom from Jesus comes into play: it really is better to give than to receive (and note, Jesus has no problem with receiving!)

Giving of ourselves is often undermined in our western culture, which emphasises the idea that ‘getting what I want’ will somehow bring me fulfilment. Yet love leads us out of our isolation into a spacious place, where others

live with us, as we seek to meet some (not all) of their needs.

Even something as simple as going for a walk where others would prefer, and not us, can be an act of love. It’s how we learn to share life together, and you could ‘multiply’ it up to the major issues of life between any people in any relationship, and the principle still holds true.

Giving out for the purpose of enriching another person’s experience, from a heart that is securely loved and when we rightly love ourselves, is the route to happiness and a cheerful mind.

For many of us, this begins in a loving relationship with God who is Love, who is also with us in the tough, sad and very unhappy times that will inevitably come our way.

He gave Himself, and we celebrate this, appropriately, with giving at Christmas.

All of us here at Cross Rhythms hope that you will find the Gift of Christmas in all its forms, more than ever before, this year.

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

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

Lions visit to the BBC Studios Members of Plymouth Lions Club were given a behind-the-scenes tour of the BBC Studios in Seymour Road, Plymouth recently.

The tour was arranged by Lion Jill Owen and both television and radio studios were visited by a group of around 20 Lions, partners and friends.

The visitors found that the technical equipment now employed in all the studios and adjoining control rooms was mind blowing!

And although the atmosphere seen from living rooms is tranquil and serene, the presenters are backed up by a team of engineers, sound technicians, controllers and producers in 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.

order to achieve the smooth running of the programmed events.

Andy Breare was on hand having just delivered the lunchtime edition of Spotlight, who together - with the programme producer answered questions about last minute adjustments made to the presentations and passed on some secrets from behind the scenes.

Also available was Dan the weather man, who surprised the group by confiding that the weather forecasts are made live without the use of autocues. The visit was very informative with all involved having had a good time.

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.

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.

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

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Messenger tribute to the Armed Forces

service, with friendly ministers and congregation. A team of wonderful Ministers keep each week fresh and rewarding. Experienced children’s workers in Junior Church teach and care for children from toddlers to teenagers with age-related activities. Those with babies and very dependent children are welcome to join in with this group. Prayer Team available to talk over your worries at the close of the service. Drinks, biscuits and opportunity for friendly conversation in the hall after every service. We have grown to expect the unexpected in this modern, happy, friendly church.

Monthly Early Traditional Service (followed by Messy Church) 1st Sunday of every month. 9.30am Traditional Service with hymn books, prayer and a sermon. This is a wonderful time of worship with the traditional contents of a Methodist Service with a modern joyful twist. Members of the Prayer Team are available for you to speak with at the close of the service. You are then invited to go into the Hall for hot drinks and biscuits. This is a great opportunity to meet some of the members of this church and stay for the Messy Activities or just relax and have a chat over a hot drink.

Messenger pays her respects: In appreciation of Plymouth’s close, centuries-old relationship with the armed forces, Messenger, the UK’s largest bronze sculpture commissioned

by Theatre Royal Plymouth, proudly wears her poppy.

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.

Photo: Mark Passmore APEX

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 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.

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

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.

‘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.

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

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

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 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.

Laira Youth Band (Thursdays 7.15pm). The Laira Youth Brass Band started in 1972 from the members of the Sunday school at Laira Congregational Church, it has performed hundreds of concerts over the years, in

Energie Fitness for Women Classes at Lister Close, Plympton Tuesday 9.30am Ladies only Legs, Bums, Tums Tuesday 10.15am Ladies Only Pilates

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.

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.

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.

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.

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• continued from page 21 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 fun disco dance group for children. 4.15pm - 5pm for ages 4 to 6; 5pm - 6pm ages 6 to 10. £2 per session.

Call Lisa 07896 105 479.

Boxing Classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Carl’s boxing stable has opened a new gym in Colebrook training for all ages to compete or just get fit. 7pm to 8pm. Details from Carl on 07837 920150.

Time Out Second and fourth Wednesday A group for individuals who are lonely and isolated.

Come for a chat and make new friends. Plymstock United Church, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, from 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Refreshments £1.

Contact Lin: 07818 254527.

Woodside Animal Welfare Trust Your local sanctuary for most types of unwanted domestic pets. Good homes always needed - have a look at lovely animals, and what we do on www. woodsidesanctuary.org.uk. We don’t destroy any animal unless it’s beyond veterinary help or dangerous and we have special units for elderly residents. Please don’t allow your pet to breed, ask us for friendly advice, or about our spay and neuter scheme for owners on benefit instead. Based in Elfordleigh. Tel 01752 347503.

Ballroom & Social Sequence Dancing Various dates Plymstock Community Centre every Tuesday afternoon 2pm until 4pm and every other Saturday from 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Details 01752 251313 or 01752 668017.

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

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

Taught in small groups of 2 or 3. Tuesdays and 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

An artist’s impression of the Cyber-SHIP Lab

£3 million Plymouth University project to help tackle global maritime cyber security challenges A unique new research facility designed to address the key cyber security challenges facing the shipping industry is being established at the University of Plymouth.

The £3 million Cyber-SHIP Lab, supported by funding from Research England, part of UK Research and Innovation, and industry, will bring together a host of connected maritime systems currently found on an actual ship’s bridge.

Experts in cyber security and information systems will then assess them for weaknesses, and identify the human and technological changes needed to make them secure for the future.

The Lab is being developed and delivered in partnership with key industry sectors including equipment manufacturers, solution developers, shipping and port operators, ship builders, classification agencies and insurance companies.

It will feature cutting edge maritime technology including radar equipment, a voyage data recorder (VDR), an Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS), an automatic identification system (AIS) and communications 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.

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

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

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

SING Every Thursday in school term times Plymouth Community Choir at Pomphlett. Great songs, lovely people and loads of fun! Do you want to sing with us? We meet on Thursdays 7.15pm-9pm at Pomphlett Methodist Church Centre (just behind Morrisons in Plymstock). We sing songs at the soul funky/world music end of the spectrum. Visit www. singdevon.com. Or ring Pete Scott on 07896 276577.

First session free! Book online or by phone.

Yoga Classes Run for all levels in Staddiscombe and Oreston, mornings and evenings. For details contact 07779 679305 or email annamarie193@sky.com 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

devices.

And it will complement the University’s existing world-leading maritime facilities, which include a state-of-the-art simulator dedicated to training professional seafarers, and a lab examining latest advances in cyber security.

The creation of the Cyber-SHIP Lab is being coordinated by researchers from the University’s Maritime Cyber Threats Research Group and Centre for Security, Communications and Network Research, which between them combine leading multidisciplinary research and practical expertise from across the University and beyond.

Professor Kevin Jones, Executive Dean for Science and Engineering and Principal Investigator for the Project, said: “The creation of the Cyber-SHIP Lab is a transformational step towards developing a national centre for research into maritime cyber-security. It will support a range of research and training that cannot be achieved with simulators alone, and also facilitate the development and delivery of new maritime cyber provision for graduates, postgraduates and industry.

“Cyber-attacks are a Tier1 National UK threat.

But although the maritime sector is advancing 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.

Plympton Wednesday Wives Club Friendly group of ladies who meet at Harewood House at 6.45pm - 8.45pm each Wednesday evening. There is a varied programme of speakers, games, meals out and a few trips each year. All ladies welcome married or not. Do come along and join us.

Rambling The Plymouth branch of the National Ramblers welcomes new members on any of its extensive programme of walks. Details from the website plymouthramblers.org.uk. A less extensive programme is offered by the local Dartmoor Rambling Club, including Wednesday walks using only public transport. Phone John Skinner on 01752674230 to be sent a printed programme. Both groups love meeting new people and enjoying a chat as we walk through interesting places on seacoast, moor and river valley etc.

RASC / RCT Association (Plymouth Branch) Branch meeting times have again been changed, the start time will now be at 7.30pm on a Wednesday evening (bi-monthly). The first meeting in 2020 will be the AGM on January 15 (7.30pm) at the Army Reserve

technologically, it is not well protected against cyber or cyber-physical attacks and accidents.

Worth trillions, it has an unmatched reach across international waters, which exposes people and goods to a diverse range of factors, putting the shipping industry at high risk. As such, this facility has never been more timely.”

The Cyber-SHIP Lab, which has been funded for three years with a view to it then becoming self-sustaining, will address a number of complex and interlinked issues affecting the maritime industry.

It will take into account both technological and human behavioural aspects in order to effectively mitigate threats, especially considering the huge variation in vessel types, which can be subjected to cyber-attacks in differing ways for differing motivations.

It will support the delivery of the UK’s Industrial Strategy, develop ongoing relationships between academia and external partners, consolidate and create new international collaborations by allowing shared access to facilities, and act as a key enabling facility in support of the economic growth ambitions of the Oceansgate development in Plymouth.

Centre as normal. The Corps Annual Dinner will be held at Boringdon Park Golf Club, Plympton on January 31 (7pm for 7.30pm)

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Plymouth University student Thomas Yates has received a prestigious award from the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) for his outstanding performance during a placement year as part of his BEng Civil Engineering course.

Thomas was named the top Plymouth University student at the CECA South West Training Awards for his achievements while working with Hampshire-based Avon Construction – and he clearly has a bright future ahead of him.

During his placement year, he acted as a site engineer on a housing project and a substation contract, supervised operatives and took responsibility for client liaison.

On his penultimate project, at Poole Park Bridge, Thomas was given the responsibility of site manager, running a team involved in demolishing the existing bridge and replacing it with a fibre reinforced polymer structure.

Paul Santer, CECA South West Regional Director, said that the success of Thomas and the other winners highlighted the current opportunities available for young people in civil engineering.

He said: “Thomas has made a fantastic start to his chosen career and is an inspiration to others of his generation looking for a working life that is well paid, different every day and

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Thomas Yates receiving his award from Dave Ellis, Chairman of CECA (SW)

which rewards talent. We need more bright, enthusiastic young people like Thomas to join our construction industry, to bring new skills and fresh ideas and to play a part in building the UK infrastructure fundamental to future prosperity.”

The awards are presented annually to trainee civil engineers and apprentices in recognition of exceptional performance. In recognition of his success, Thomas received a trophy and cheque for £500 from Dave Ellis, Chairman of CECA South West.

Babcock welcomes almost 200 apprentices and graduates

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Babcock International has welcomed nearly 200 new apprentices and graduates to its Devonport site, as the business develops its next generation.

Following a comprehensive application process, including assessment centres and interviews, Babcock’s 2019 intake of apprentices and graduates have now joined the team.

The 125 apprentices – double last year’s intake – will fulfil a variety of roles, including welding; electrical, mechanical and marine pipe fitting and fabricating at Devonport Royal Dockyard, while the 69 graduates will work across multiple professions.

The apprentices have embarked on a four-year programme. During their first year, those focusing

on engineering related roles learn basic trade skills and earn their City & Guilds engineering qualification Level 2 at City College Plymouth.

Those working in office-based roles stay on site and carry out a series of placements in a variety of departments while studying for NVQ qualifications. Their year ends with a series of community based projects and team building events on Dartmoor.

Graduate numbers have also risen this year and the 69 new starters – half of whom have studied to undergraduate level, while the other half are postgraduates – have recently started their twoyear development programme. Throughout the 24 months, they study a number of placements in their areas of specialism – from supply chain and

Busy year for RAF Association

The Plymouth Branch of the RAF Association has had a busy time this year not only raising funds for RAF Wings Appeal and attending to welfare issue, but also taking part in a number of major events.

The Branch Standard was present at many parades including the D-Day Service at the US Memorial, Saltash Passage; Armed Forces Day on the Hoe, including the morning service at the Allied Air Forces Memorial, VJ Day Service at the Belvedere, unveiling of the merchant navy monument on the Hoe, in the presence of the Princess Royal.

The Battle of Britain service at St Andrew Minster in September was a great success, with a good turn out from the Air Cadets and Federation of Ex Services, Standard Bearers and not forgetting the unveiling of the Torpoint War Memorial on September 22.

The Branch Christmas Dinner will be held at Raffles Club, Mutley, on December 14, to which many members of the federation have been invited.

The Branch would like to see younger RAF and former RAF members attending functions to keep the Branch alive and to assist the ageing committee.

project management, to engineering – and bring a wealth of knowledge from their degree subjects, which include geography, english and engineering related disciplines.

New apprentice, Carla Tippett, who has joined Babcock as a support engineer, said: “I’ve had a variety of part-time jobs and also studied a two year business qualification at college.

“I chose to apply to Babcock because they are a well-known international company with an excellent reputation. My uncle also works at Devonport Dockyard and recommended the apprenticeship scheme to me. I am really looking forward to starting my apprenticeship, being trained and developing my skills.

Mike Homer, managing director of Devonport Royal Dockyard, added: “A very warm welcome to all of our new starters. The calibre of our candidates was extremely high again this year and we are delighted to be offering so many apprentices and graduates the opportunity to start their career with us in a variety of areas – double the number we took on in 2018.

“The number of females entering engineering disciplines continues to increase year-on-year, which is very encouraging. These new entrants are our engineers and business leaders of the future, and I wish them long and prosperous careers with Babcock. Building our talent pool is really important to us, as we need to develop and retain so many specialist engineering and business skills.”

Employee development remains an important focus for Babcock, which includes supporting the development of future talent through its apprentice and graduate programmes.

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

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Ground-breaking education project Crackdown takes ocean conservation into schools on anti-social behaviour across city

Plymouth ocean conservation charity, the Ocean Conservation Trust – which runs the National Marine Aquarium - has teamed up with the Connect Academy Trust to launch an exciting curriculum learning project which aims to put the ocean at the centre of education across Plymouth.

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we are all inextricably connected to it, just as it is to us.”

Stu Higgs, schools programme manager for the Ocean Conservation Trust, added: “In England, the National Curriculum is very flexible, and it can be translated in many ways by different schools, allowing dynamic teacher input. However, as it has always had a terrestrial bias and is still currently framed towards terrestrial ecosystems - and in the primary science curriculum, excludes ocean related topics altogether - many teachers have limited previous experience in teaching marine topics.

“With this in mind, we are delighted to have been approached by the Connect Academy Trust to work with them on this exciting planning session.

Getting a cross-curricular ocean themed learning programme into Plymouth schools will be a huge step in the right direction – not just for ocean conservation, but for the blue economy too. There are many STEM career opportunities related to the ocean and ensuring that school children are made aware of these from an early age will broaden their horizons when choosing a career path to follow later in life. We hope that many other schools will follow suit in future.”

The Ocean Conservation Trust is a charity dedicated to connecting people to the ocean and has been working with people across the city for the past 21 years via its centre of ocean excellence, the National Marine Aquarium, as part of its programme of public and community engagement.

The charity also delivers curriculumbased learning sessions to 30,000 school children a year in the South West, North East, and South Wales, both through the

Aquarium and its national outreach hubs.

Stuart Bellworthy, chief executive of the Connect Academy Trust, said: “All five of the Connect Academy Trust schools are very excited to be working with the Ocean Conservation Trust on the first project of this kind, introducing an ocean-based curriculum for four to 11-yearolds into our schools. As a Trust, we are highly ambitious for all the children in our schools and see this as a wonderful opportunity to develop their understanding of Plymouth, our Ocean City, as well as deepening their knowledge of essential subjects such as ecology, science, geography and environmental issues.

“One of the advantages of being a MultiAcademy Trust is that we can work with organisations and charities such as the Ocean Conservation Trust, together with each school in the Connect Academy Trust, to develop our curriculum in exciting ways like this, and this collaboration will allow us to use cross-curricular topic work, which every year group will be undertaking as part of the ‘Connect with our Ocean’ project, officially starting in September 2020.”

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Covering the entire city, the order will make it an offence for any person to refuse to stop drinking alcohol or hand over any bottles or cans which are believed to contain alcohol, when required to do so by a police officer or authorised officer who, in their view, believes this would assist in preventing further anti-social behaviour, public nuisance or disorder.

The order will replace smaller PSPOs currently in place in Stonehouse, the city centre, Devonport, North Hill, Mutley, Tothill Park and Freedom Fields.

Those found in breach of the order will be placed on the anti-social behaviour escalation process, a system that ensures not only that enforcement is considered for repeat offenders, but also looks at what support can be offered by services to address any underlying issues.

Councillor Sally Haydon, Cabinet member for Customer Focus and Community Safety, said: “Plymouth is a warm, vibrant and welcoming city where residents and visitors have a right to feel safe.

“We want all people to be able to enjoy our beautiful scenery and make the most of our outdoor public spaces and that means clamping down on the kind of behaviour that makes that difficult.

“It is important to clarify that this PSPO is not a blanket alcohol ban. It is entirely focussed on anti-social behaviour, not picnics in the park.”

PSPOs can only be issued by local authorities and replace the Designated Public Place Order and Gating Orders.

They give the police and Local Authority additional powers to clamp down on antisocial behaviour It is hoped that the new PSPO will provide a consistent approach across the city, leaving no room for confusion over boundaries.

It means that alcohol dependent individuals are dealt with exactly the same wherever they are and are signposted to correct agencies.

A four-week consultation of the proposals is now open and residents are invited to share their views using this link https://plymouth-consult.objective. co.uk/portal/cs/comm_connections/ pspo_consulation

Chronicle Plymouth

December 2019

Treasure Island: a swashbuckling family comedy for Christmas!

Win a meal at the B-Bar and tickets for Treasure Island at the Plymouth Athenaum See page 17

It’s Christmas Eve in the Admiral Benbow sail with Long John Silver and some Inn. Jim Hawkins is serving ale to the other characters you may not expect and one and only customer the pub ever has. prepare for a belly laughing journey to the Suddenly the door slams open and in Caribbean and back. X will mark the spot strides Billy Bones, the infamous pirate, this Christmas!! to change Jim’s life forever…

This is your only chance to see the funny foursome’s latest show in Plymouth so don’t delay and book tickets soon:

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Teaming up once again with Barbican Theatre, Plymouth favourites Le Navet Bete return to the city for their 9th Christmas

• Family ticket to performance at The Plymouth Athenaeum on Thursday 2 January at 2:30pm or 7:30pm • Meal for 4 at The B-Bar on Thursday 2 January • Treasure Island programme signed

by Le Navet Bete • Set of Treasure Island badges • Meet Le Navet Bete and have your photo taken with them on the Treasure Island set

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production, following their recent smash hits The Three Musketeers, Aladdin and Dracula: The Bloody Truth.

Treasure Island – a hilarious rip-roaring comedy adventure encountering swashbuckling pirates, tropical islands

and high seas. Join the four lads from Le Navet Bete as they play out the legendary tale as you’ve NEVER seen it before.

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12 December 2019 – 5 January 2020 at The Plymouth Athenaeum

Tickets £18 concessions, £20 full, £72 2 full + 2 under 16s

Book at barbicantheatre.co.uk or call 01752 267131

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saw 240 teaching staff from across the South West Academy area descend on the aquarium where they spent the morning working together to create a first-of-its-kind (in the UK) learning programme designed to integrate the ocean into everyday teaching.

Teachers from five Plymouth schools took part in the planning sessions, including Eggbuckland Vale, Leigham, Manadon Vale, Thornbury and Widey Court Primary Schools – all of which are members of the Connect Academy Trust.

The Connect Academy Trust was formed in 2016, with the aim of providing a firm foundation for developing teachers and leaders in order to secure the best learning opportunities for its pupils. It operates a dynamic system in which each school is a giver and receiver of support – and this latest project, which will also be supported by the Marine Biological Association, is one of its most ambitious yet.

Dubbed the ‘Connecting us with our ocean’, project, it aims to develop a love and understanding of the importance of the ocean in pupils, whilst inspiring and enabling staff to design their subject curriculums around the topic.

It’s one that is notably absent from the current National Curriculum - something that the ocean Conservation Trust finds concerning.

Nicola Bridge, head of conservation education and communications for the charity, said: “Despite the ocean representing the largest living space on the planet and being essential for the survival of all of us, it is notably missing from the current English National Curriculum, which is something we, as an ocean conservation charity, feel strongly needs to change. The UK is a national and global leader in marine science, and ocean related teaching should be an essential part of the core curriculum offering for all schools.

“The ocean provides half of the oxygen we breathe, drives the weather and climate and is a valuable food source for much of the world, and to look after it for future generations, we need to create an ocean literate generation – that is to say, a generation that understands the ways in which

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