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Hello and welcome... ....to Love Saltash. The last few weeks of incredible weather have really shone a spotlight on Saltash. When the sun is out, we only need to go out the door to experience that holiday feeling. Whether we are sitting outside one of our lovely family run cafes, dipping our feet into the cool river whilst eating ice creams, or pottering slowly around our nearest green space - garden, common, or park - getting outside always serves to lift our spirits.
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We are also more sociable - it’s hard not to remember we have neighbours when all the windows are open, and its nice to know we are not the only family in the world who might be prone to “having a few words”. In fact we have much more in common than we sometimes think - so spare a thought for how it feels to be in someone else’s shoes this month. It will help the sun shine inside as well as out.
Karen
UPDATE:
The Tamar Bridge Committee used traffic on two days in July as a representative sample for a consultation, as they state that current income is not sustainable to cover their costs and are looking to increase prices. Please make local views known by filling in the public consultation at www.tamarcrossings.org.uk. You have until August 8th to do so. Additional information can be obtained by emailing consultation@tamarcrossings.org.uk or calling 01752 361577.
Simon Young
Our cover is by Saltash based artist Simon Young. Painting and sketching were his passion pretty early on; yet in spite of an enthusiasm for oils and watercolours he joined the Army. Whilst in the Armed Forces he found time to get the brushes out; being a ‘soldier and painter’. Moving around made oil painting awkward, so sketching and painting in watercolour became the norm. Now time exists to explore what works and what doesn’t using watercolour. Simon is participating in Drawn to the Valley Open Studios 22-30 September when his studio at 7 Coombe Road, Saltash PL12 4ER will be open to the public from 10 am to 5 pm daily. Have a look at what he’s up to on his Facebook page Simon Young Art or his website www.simonyoungart.com Visit us on Facebook and Twitter @lovesaltash and read us online at cornerstonevision.com/plymouth-publications/love-saltash Love Saltash is published by Cornerstone Vision Visit us on Facebook and Twitter @lovesaltash Editorial: Contact karen@cornerstonevision.com Design: Contact naomi@cornerstonevision.com Front Cover: Simon Young The views expressed in Love Saltash are not necessarily those of the publishers. Every effort is taken to ensure the accuracy of all
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Contents In Brief
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Make the A38 safe LED come to Saltash A ‘Great’ Grant from ‘Great’ Western Railway The Core celebrates three years! Bishop Cornish School is a ‘Winner’ at the Royal Cornwall Show Locals Are Doing It For Themselves! Business Focus with The Railway Hotel Saltash Steals Hennings Moir - New Owner, Same Excellent Team A Gift from Heaven Prom Night for Saltash Students School Band in a Bandstand
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“So that’s what you said!” - Saltash Sing and Sign Beauty with Care - Business Focus with Saltash Aesthetics Exploration of Risk and Challenge on the Water Meet the Artists behind the Art Art at Ashtorre Saltmill Skatepark gets a Makeover Head in Book and Glass in Hand with Just Be Music Scene - Looe Music Festival Out and About Visit Carnglaze Caverns Fall in Love with Alpacas at Popham Alpacas
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IN BRIEF
THANK YOU
from CEPL12 Sue and Linda
Community Enterprises PL12 would like to thank two of our longest serving volunteers, Sue and Linda, who put in four hours a week each to open the Hub on Wednesdays. Both deal with the front desk, answering phone calls and dealing with members of the public dropping in. Sue, who is retired from an administrative post in finance at Plymouth University and lives in Hatt, also concentrates on sending out invoices for the Hopper, and doing a weekly check on the till. Linda is a retired teacher who lives in Latchbrook, and she said: “We enjoy meeting new people, and the work is always interesting, but it is really nice to know that we are doing our bit for the community” CEPL12 are always looking for volunteers to join our team - please contact them for more information on Hub@cepl12.co.uk, or call into 4, Fore Street and have a chat.
CHAMPIONS OF THE FUTURE
Children from Bishop Cornish School have worked on a six month project with The Wildlife Trust to become Marine Wildlife Champions.
The Year Four group met up with other schools on a discovery day at a local beach and also put together presentations about plastic pollution and over fishing which they presented in front of other schools at the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth. They also worked with a local artist to build a totem pole from plastic pollution to highlight the issue and came first in their category at the Royal Cornwall Show (see article on page 20). They have sent home newsletters to help parents make better choices when sending packed lunches to school with excess packaging, and picked up litter around the local area. Love Saltash reader, Mrs Hannah Hepton, who provided this story said, “ It’s so great to see the younger generation taking such an active role in trying to make a positive change.”
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Heather Wellington who has run Piglets in Fore Street for many years, would like to thank the people of Saltash for being so supportive. “After a recent period of illness, I was initially hospitalized, and then unable to work at all”, explained Heather. During this time I received so many cards and well wishes that I was a little overwhelmed. “I’d like to thank the people of Saltash so much for thinking of me. I was really touched.” Despite the trauma of illness, Heather is back already in the shop she loves, albeit working mornings only.
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In July, Reverend Cathy Sigrist blessed a rose named “Sweet Child of Mine” in the area where babies are laid to rest in St Stephen’s Cemetry. The rose was planted in memory of babies that have been lost before 24 weeks gestation. It was donated by the charity Eva’s Little Stars and Tamar Aquatics have donated a small solar water feature that is by the tree.
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Saltash.net students achieved top class results representing East Cornwall at the Cornwall School Games at Carn Brea, delivering fantastic performances across the board and doing themselves proud. In searing heat, saltash.net Year 8 and 9 Boys secured 2nd place in the county, with Year 8 and 9 Girls placed 3rd. This widespread success means that every student took away at least one medal for their part in such a great team performance.
The Sports Leaders were also highly commended by other schools and participants. Mr Budd was told on a few occasions that the student leaders were the best they had ever seen and the school should be very proud of them.”
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A new, state-of-the-art gym has just opened at China Fleet Country Club as part of its £2.5m refurbishment, featuring some of the world’s most highly sought-after equipment and very latest in fitness and lifestyle technology. The £200,000 gym refurbishment features revolutionary technology and equipment to change the way we train including high definition touch screens with internet connectivity. Exercisers can be guided throughout their fitness journey using the Halo Fitness Cloud, and Boditrax equipment offers precision body composition and cellular monitoring.
Update on Petition for
Prevention barriers on the Tamar Bridge
Local woman Helen Harrington has been continuing to campaign and draw attention to her online petition to the Tamar Bridge Committee for increased safety measures for vulnerable people on the Tamar Bridge. Whilst Helen applauds the additional funding now in place at Livewire, Saltash, to support mental health issues for 10 - 21 year olds, she still firmly believes that the Tamar Bridge & Torpoint Joint Ferry Committee have a ‘duty of care’ and should be doing all they can to bring to an end the death toll from this notorious hot spot. The petition currently stands at 9829 signatories, and once over 10,000 will be presented to local mps in Plymouth and Cornwall to action further.
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community NEWS
MAKE THE A38 SAFE Article by Amy Caldwell
A campaign group made up of local residents is calling for urgent safety improvements on the A38 between Saltash and Bodmin. Safe38 was formed by James Millidge, Steve Jackson and Tim Fleckney in response to the number and frequency of serious and fatal collisions along this stretch of road. James Millidge, Chairman of Safe38, says ‘The A38 between Saltash and Bodmin has an accident and fatality rate that is more than twice the national average for a road of its type. The statistics are shocking and unfortunately many of us know someone who has lost a loved one as a result of a collision. In January, Steve, Tim and I formed Safe38 and since then the group has really grown as people have come forward with the same
concerns and drive to really tackle the issue.’ The formation of Safe38 coincided with the launch of a Case for Action report presented to the Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling, by south east Cornwall MP Sheryll Murray as part of his recent visit to Cornwall. The report outlines the urgent economic need for investment in the A38 between Exeter and Bodmin calling for the improvements to be included within the governments upcoming Road Investment Strategy (RIS2). The Case for Action, which also includes the need to address safety, community severity and the environmental impact of the A38 in its current state, is a critical step towards Safe38’s goals. However the group are also calling for more immediate action on safety. James says, ‘With
community NEWS funding for RIS2 being finalised in early 2019 for investment in the period 2020-2015, we are still eight years away from seeing improvements to journeys between Saltash and Bodmin. Safe38’s short term aim is to campaign for Highways England to make immediate safety improvements to the existing A38 throughout its length in Cornwall. We simply cannot wait to bring down the unusually high rate of collisions and fatalities on this road. In the long term we want to see a dual carriageway bypass from Saltash to Trerulefoot included within RIS2, seeing construction start no later than March 2025. Currently this is not in Highways England Plans. We have 8 months to when the priorities are finalised to convince Highways England that this is the only viable solution for this dangerous
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and congested section of the A38. Safety along the A38 is not a new issue, since the stretch between Saltash and Bodmin was built in 1961 severing the villages of Landrake and Tideford, local groups have campaigned tirelessly for safety improvements. Now, with the issue gaining the attention of national government whose investment is required to improve this road, this is the perfect opportunity and we must continue to collectively put pressure on and make this a priority for Highways England. Safe38 hope to work with the communities surrounding the A38 over the next 8 months to campaign to see this realised.’ To find out more about Safe38 and to join the campaign visit www.safe38.org or visit Facebook Safe38
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LED COME TO SALTASH Article by Tim Parkman
LED have spent several days at Saltash.net over the last couple of months and loved every minute of it. The atmosphere has been fantastic, the students so well behaved and friendly and along with the amazing staff especially Mrs Gue who made their time in school the best! They talked a lot about bullying, self-respect and also did some shock tactic lessons on drugs and alcohol with the year 9s which they hope will last with them as they face some real challenges in life and choose to make the right decisions. Nikki said, “It’s so sad to hear stories of students being
bullied in school, this makes our job even more important to try to inspire young people to stand together, to have each other’s backs, encourage and respect each other. This world is too messed up without the pressures we put on each other. We hope that next time we are at Saltash.net, we will hear of a school having a community of young adults who respect each other and are trying to making that difference.” The concert was amazing for all those that turned out at Saltash Baptist Church, thank you! The dance comp was awesome and well battled out – let’s just say there was a lot of sweat and great moves! LED love you guys and will hopefully see you next year for more craziness and loud music! Remember you are incredible, amazing, valued and important!
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local NEWS
Saltash Station in 1965 Photo copyright of: Michael L. Roach
A ‘Great’ Grant from ‘Great’ Western Railway
Article by Kaye Bonner
Saltash is known as the ‘Gateway’ to Cornwall with many thousands of passengers using the railway for their journeys every day. The derelict station building, next to Brunel’s magnificent Royal Albert Bridge, is just a ghost of its former glory. But all things are about to change. Saltash Town Council have been the lucky beneficiaries of a grant of £102,324 towards the rebuilding and refit of the disused and derelict train station from Great
Western Railway (GWR), part of over £1 million offered to support community led projects in the South West. This generous funding for the station is shared with ten other localised projects. GWR state that they are currently overseeing the biggest investment in the network since Brunel, so they can offer more trains, more seats, and shorter, more frequent journeys. They also say they aim to be a good neighbour to the communities they serve and are committed to making a positive social impact in those regions. Last year, Saltash Town Council bought the station which had not been used for almost fifty years. The funding will help with the immense costs of transforming it into a contemporary station to be
LOCAL NEWS proud of. It is proposed that there will be a café, toilets, waiting room, local traders and a ticket office, just like the ‘Good Ole Days’. Local Councillor Richard Bickford started a ‘Crowd Funding’ exercise on social media, which galvanised residents to help kick start the funding application. Cllr Bickford and his team from the Saltash Station Building Refurbishment Project have worked tirelessly and would like to thank GWR for this prodigious grant which will provide significant community facilities for all and help rejuvenate an uninviting area of the town.
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passenger use. As the volume of passengers grew, and with a change of ownership to Great Western Railway, the original building structure was removed, and a far larger building was built in its place. The station was the driving force behind the development of the thriving local market garden industry in Saltash and the Tamar Valley from the late 19th Century. 1904 saw the start of a commuter service to the Royal Naval Base, Devonport and for many years the station was the busiest in Cornwall. 1939-1945 during WW2, a unit of the Home Guard was based at the station to protect the strategically important Brunel Bridge. There have been three royal visits to the station: Prince Albert, 1859; King George V1, Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret, 1950; Queen Elizabeth II, 1959 (The Bridge’s Centenary Celebrations).
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THE CORE
THE CORE CELEBRA Article by Charlotte Carpenter
The Core Youth Project will be three years old in October and what a three years it’s been! We are so lucky to have been able to work with some amazing young people, some who have been with us since the beginning and we are now seeing moving on to college! Being a youth worker you have the privilege of getting to build relationships with young people based on trust and respect. We have seen young people start to take ownership of this
youth centre and invest their time and energy into making it grow and become a great facility for the young people of Saltash. The pictures in this article give you a flavour of just some of the activities and events, which we have offered young people. We have a fantastic art room where young people can experiment with their artistic flair. We also host sport sessions, offering everything from tug of war to boxing, cooking, trips, climbing wall and debates with local politicians!
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ATES THREE YEARS! Underlying all these activities there is the added support we offer young people, who need support and advice at times in their lives which have been particularly challenging. As professional youth workers we work with young people to support them with a range of issues they might be facing, such as self-harming, mental health, family issues, bullying, sexual health and relationship issues. We have so many more projects we want to develop in the future such as ‘Grub Club’, a healthy eating cooking club and a girls only after school
club, to increase girls self esteem and confidence as well as plans to open an additional youth night on Fridays. However as always, we can only move forward if we have the funding to do so, this is totally reliant on grants and continues to be a struggle. We are looking forward to the autumn term and welcoming all the new Year 7 students and continuing to offer support and advice to the young people of Saltash.
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cOMMUNITY NEWS
Article by Kaye Bonner
Bishop Cornish School is a ‘Winner’ at the Royal Cornwall Show
COMMUNITY NEWS It has always been a great tradition at Bishop Cornish School for too many years to mention, attending the Royal Cornwall Show in Wadebridge. With smiles and excitement the children always look forward to this magnificent event, but it is also a time to roll up their sleeves, put on their painting shirts and participate in their school, ‘diving in’ with their creative projects, sharing ideas and just having fun working towards their exhibitions for the Royal Cornwall Show. Of course, there are always new things that children learn on educational visits, but the Royal Cornwall Show is full of surprises too! This time of the year is when the children and staff work together in preparation to enter some exciting categories at the show. The cupboards in their classrooms are emptied with an abundance of vibrant paints, glue, newspapers, woods and other artefacts, thus giving all the children in the school an opportunity to be individually creative and collaborate together with lots of bubbling ideas. Although the younger members of the school did not attend the show, they too had the marvellous opportunity to make and contribute their ideas to exhibit in the art classes, their industrious approaches were rewarded with rosettes and certificates. This year, the children were awarded three first class prizes for flower displays, natural wind chimes and the most amazing ‘recycled totem pole.’ For this intricate piece of art-work the children from Year 4 went on a litter pick, sterilised all the ‘rubbish’ they found and then recycled it into a work of
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art! The judges were equally impressed. Alongside the artwork and living displays, there was an opportunity for the school’s caring animal monitors to show off their skills by answering questions and sharing their knowledge about the animals that reside at Bishop Cornish School. One child excitedly explained that, ‘It all starts on the Wednesday when the chickens, ducks and yes… goats too are washed and preened. They all have to look their best before they are transported to the show ground that evening’. On the Thursday of the show the monitors were then judged on their immense knowledge of caring for the birds and goats and on how well they could exhibit them. ‘For us at Bishop Cornish this is so important – the children learn so much and can then celebrate together’, expressed Mrs Green, The Head Teacher. The amazing exhibits, demonstrations and ‘freebies’ the children collected along the way also enhanced the excitement of their day. Some of the children described their experiences in many ways, but this year it was punctuated by, ‘It was out of this world; amazing; awesome and the best day of our lives so far!’… until next year! The staff and adults who attended the Royal Cornwall Show, expressed that, ‘The smiles on all the children’s faces both at the beginning and at end of the day made it all worthwhile, and this was very apparent when they arrived back to school’. They say ‘Never work with animals or children’, this is certainly not the case when Bishop Cornish School made such a huge impression at the Royal Cornwall Show.
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Scenes from the recent World Cup Images courtesy of The Railway Facebook
VISIT THE RAILWAY There is never anywhere better to watch a televised match than in the bubble of football love that you can find in many a pub. Saltash’s Railway in Fore Street is one such local. The ecstasy and agony of recent events was played out on huge screens to a packed crowd. Pain is better handled when shared with others who understand! Despite not being able to predict that football would not come home this year, the Railway clearly had some inside information about the spectacular weather we have enjoyed, recently completing a refurbishment of their outdoor space to make it a serene and welcoming space in the great outdoors. The view on its own is enough to help regain a sense of calm. Gloria Challen manages the pub with her son Lewis, alongside her responsibilities as Deputy Mayor of Saltash. She explained that the refurbishment was to celebrate three years of owning and running the pub. “When we took on the Railway, it did need quite a bit of work to bring it up to our standards,” said Gloria. Lewis, who is just 25, is also passionate about the
pub trade, and it was him who persuaded his Mum to take on the Railway and build up a great local pub. “We do have a lovely feel, with lots of regulars” added Gloria. “We offer very reasonably priced genuinely home cooked meals Outside to suit all tastes, and have a full vegetarian offering as well for both lunch and dinner. We are also well known for our charity quiz nights and have supported St Luke’s, the Royal British Legion, Dementia Voice and Saltash Lions in the past.” Saltash Lions are especially close to Gloria’s heart as her husband Neil was its president in 2012. “The Lions are a great organisation” enthused Gloria, “They do so much for local charities. This year they are hoping to run the Winkle Fair, which unfortunately was rained off last year, and are also busy making poppies and collecting poems to commemorate the end of the First World War.” So, if you are looking for a friendly place to share a pint, or just to watch some incredible sport with an enthusiastic crowd, or to take the family for a meal – inside and outside, and in all weathers, the Railway is a great place to be.
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If you haven’t already invested in a hat for the summer there’s still a choice in Fore Street, Piglets haberdashery have some cool hats for cool kids that they’ll want to wear all year. Across the road at Treasure Island there’s a collection of hats that the ladies will love with a slightly less subtle message.
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DON’T LET THE SUN GO TO YOUR HEAD Love Saltash takes another stroll around summertime Saltash. Roving Reporter, Roy Perring, takes his camera with him for another look at the selection of shops and services available right here in Saltash.
IT’S BARBECUE TIME!
It’s time to get out into the garden and enjoy the heat with a barbecue. Steve Browns butchers in Fore Street has a great selection of meat from across Devon and Cornwall. At weekends there’s a great selection of burgers, sausages and prepared meats all done by hand on the premises. Maybe open a beer or two or possibly a sparkling Cornish wine.
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HOLIDAY HITS What do you do with your holiday photographs after you’ve shared them on Facebook? Look in to Speedy Prints just off Fore Street to get some prints to share around. There’a an instant service for phones and memory cards. Don’t forget that your favourite shot can be blown up onto an impressive wrapped canvas print for your wall.
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Before you realise it we’re already in August and it’s time for a think about September and back to school. Possibly a new school. Look into WCE embroidery at the top of Fore Street for a great range of uniforms for local schools. That’s another task sorted.
BACK TO SCHOOL When the heat is on, search out the cold. Look in to Ice and Bites and drool over the delicious range of Langage Farm Ice Creams. Created just a few miles away at Plympton. Any items featured were subject to availability at the time of our visit we cannot guarantee that they will be there at time of publication.
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Hennings Moir – new owner, same excellent team Hennings Moir, the long-established, highlyrespected Saltash estate agency, is now sister company to Belvoir in Plymouth, having been bought by Belvoir’s director, Kerry Pike. The iconic Hennings Moir brand is synonymous in Saltash and South East Cornwall, with many of its loyal clients using the agency every time they move home, and a large percentage of its new clients earned on personal recommendation. The agency has been selling homes in and around the town for almost 35 years and boasts the largest portfolio of rental property in the area, having opened its lettings department in 2006. With local treasures, Ian Henning and now Steve Moir taking retirement, the business has been acquired by fellow estate agent, Kerry Pike. Kerry has worked in the Plymouth property market for the last 12 years, 11 of those with Belvoir, buying the franchise in 2016. She is a well-known figure in the city’s property market, noted for her enthusiasm, dedication, personable approach and attention to detail, ensuring every client a bespoke service. The team at Hennings Moir are extremely sad that Steve has taken retirement, but are very welcoming of Kerry, who will spend time in both offices.
Kerry said of her acquisition: “When I bought Belvoir back in 2016, my plan was always to look out for acquisitions and grow the business, and I’m thrilled to be the new owner of Hennings Moir. I was of course aware of Hennings Moir and the fact that it’s a very professional and respected brand with an outstanding reputation, which is very important to me. I feel the two agencies complement each other as Hennings Moir also has an excellent lettings portfolio and is very experienced in the sales market. I thought a collaboration would work very well. From my very first meeting with Steve and Ian, I really felt that they had a very similar business ethos to mine, and it was also very appealing that there is already an office manager in place, which will allow me to work on the business and continuing to grow.” For further information, to arrange a free market valuation without obligation, or to chat through any property matters, pop into Hennings Moir on Fore Street in Saltash, call 01752 850440 or visit www.henningsmoir.com. To get in touch with Belvoir in Plymouth, pop into the office on Queen Anne’s Battery Marina, call 01752 665514 or visit www.belvoir.co.uk/offices/plymouth
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Suzanne Richardson with Fr. Ian Hillyer and the recently refurbished crucifix
A GIFT FROM HEAVEN Spectrum South West Ltd, a well-respected local
congregation. The work now completed, the
car body repairer, have recently refurbished the
crucifix was re-instated to much appreciation
crucifix on the outside of the Roman Catholic
by the congregation. A retiring collection was
church of Our Lady of The Angels for free!
taken and £172 was donated, not an insignificant
When approached about the work, the owner,
amount for such a small parish; in gratitude of the
Suzanne Richardson immediately said that she
refurbishment.
would do the job for free. On reflection, she then
The crucifix is now resplendent in front of
suggested a donation towards her daughters
the church and is the final stage in the overall
skydive on August 11, in aid of the Birch and
repainting of the exterior of the church. This has
Bracken cancer wards in Derriford Hospital, would
been completed by a small group volunteers from
be appreciated. Georgia Richardson is trying to
the church, overseen by retired local builder Frank
raise £1000, by doing a skydive in memory of her
Hopper. However, it is the shining gold crucifix
father Adam Richardson, who died from a rare
which warmly welcomes all to the church of Our
blood cancer on August 11 last year.
Lady of The Angels now.
The parish priest, Fr Ian Hillyer, was overwhelmed
We all wish Georgia success in her fund raising
by Suzanne’s generosity as was the entire
and especially the skydive.
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These boys arrived on a trailor towed by a tractor
SALTASH.NET Y Abby and Nick
Chloe and Jade Held at the Boringdon Golf Course in the beautiful sunshine, year 11 pupils from Saltash.net gathered for their prom. Students arrived in all modes of transport ranging from a camper van, to a Jeep to several stretched limos and sports vehicles. The students all looked great in their beautiful dresses and well tailored suits. Family and friends alike gathered at the arrival point to enjoy and celebrate the special occasion. Photos by Andy Campfield
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YEAR 11 PROM Arriving in a camper van, Amie and Hannah
Rhys Heidi, Lauren and Shannah
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School Band in a Bandstand
Tyler Stapleton, Jemima Budd, Jasmine Leslie, Chloe Lynch, Lottie Ryder Wearne, Tommy Williams (left to right, back). Maisie Glazebrook (at keyboard). Amelia Writer, Matilda Stockley, Amy Snook (left to right, front).
Saltash.net students delivered a number of for accommodation and allow families to stay performances at a charity event across the together during these tough times. We can only bridge recently. do this thanks to our supporters.” The concert, held in Devonport Park in Plymouth, The saltash.net performance included solos from raised money for CLIC Sargent, a charity that Amy Snook and Matilda Stockley from Year 7 and supports children and young adults who are Chloe Lynch from Year 12. The choir was followed suffering from cancer or leukaemia. by Sixth Former Maisie Glazebrook, delivering Jordan Anderton, their fund raising manager, said: an incredible performance of her own song “This event supported and raised funds for Young composition, during which the audience sat in Lives vs Cancer. One of the things we offer is to awed silence. pay for a family to stay in one of CLIC Sargent’s Amelia Writer delivered a tremendous rendition of Homes from Home for around three weeks. Many Adele's ‘Someone Like You’. Amelia was followed families who find themselves in this position have by a succession of Sixth Formers, including Callum to take a trip to the closest Specialist Centre for Hillson's stunning acoustic cover, and Tommy diagnosis and treatment, having to stay miles Williams’ and Chloe Lynch's fantastic musical away from friends and family theatre pieces. from 25 days on average. Sixth Former Harry Pascoe CLIC Sargent provides these led his team of percussionists families with free self-catering through a selection of accommodation called rhythms that definitely drew Homes from Home, which in a crowd! Matthew Chapman, Josh Dolan, Ollie are havens for families during Hodge, Tommy Williams, Cameron Saltash.net’s performers also treatment. These alleviate Snook (left to right, drums). Harry stole the show in the schools the financial cost of paying Pascoe (back to camera). summer concert held on July 11.
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Article by Emily Hunt
“So that’s what you said!”
Images by Polly Stock Photography
community news Have you ever wanted to step inside the mind of your toddler and figure out why they may be reacting a certain way to something? Or wondered why your baby is crying? Well perhaps ‘Sing and Sign’ classes will give you the skills to communicate with your child before they can even speak. Local mum Amy Freathy has much to sing about as she adds Saltash ‘Sing and Sign’ to her list of venues. Now proudly in its eighteenth year, ‘Sing and Sign’ is Britain’s longest running baby signing programme. It has been developed with the help of Speech and Language professionals and is recommended by experts to develop communicative skills in the youngest of children. The classes are aimed at babies as young as new born to toddlers up to 2.5 years and uses music, props, repetition and rhythm (with the help of the ‘Sing and Sign’ puppet, Jessie Cat), to teach signing. This encourages communication before speech and helps parents to ‘tune in’ with their baby. Amy, who has been teaching ‘Sing and Sign’ for four years, speaks passionately about the power of signing. ‘Seeing babies communicating with parents before they can talk and having a glimpse into their world is pretty special’, she says. ‘Sing and Sign’ teaches babies vocabulary building on simple, natural hand gestures before they are verbal. Key words such as ‘milk’, ‘more’, ‘change nappy’, ‘pain’, ‘finished’, ‘bye bye’ and ‘medicine’ are taught so babies can freely communicate with their carers. ‘Jessie Cat’ is used as a motivator for learning, as she plays games such as hide and seek with the babies. Jessie Cat is so popular, she has her own Facebook page. ‘Sing and Sign’ can also deepen the relationship between parent and child. Amy says, ‘We teach signs for emotions which means the parent is more likely to connect with how their child is feeling. If they comment on how they’re feeling, then
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they must be empathising. Therefore, the child feels understood and in turn the parents are modelling emotional intelligence’. Amy has witnessed first hand the powerful effects of the programme. One scenario shared involves a 14 month old who suffered from a long term medical condition. Through signing the toddler could tell hospital staff exactly where her pain was. Her doctor said it was rare for a child under 3 to pin point the precise location of the pain. It wasn’t until Amy recounted another example that I really understood how signing could indicate what is going on in a child’s mind. An 18 month old saw a bright green triangular leaf in a puddle and became very scared. Her mum encouraged her to walk through puddle but she was too afraid. The upset toddler then signed the word ‘crocodile’. Her mum was able to understand that her daughter thought she was asking her to walk through crocodile infested waters, a very good reason to be scared! In such scenarios it would be easy to fob off the child’s seemingly irrational behaviour, but in this case her mother was able to empathise by having this amazing insight into her daughter’s world. ‘The moment you begin to start signing the benefits begin,’ Amy says, ‘Parent’s speech slows down, eye contact is made, key words are repeated as parents themselves develop an awareness of what the key words are in a sentence’. One mum says, ‘(It is) by far the best baby class out there! Amy is lovely and we use our sing and sign songs every day’. The new ‘Sing and Sign’ term starts in September and booking is essential. Saltash sessions are held on Fridays at the Wesley Church 9.30am -12.30 depending on age of child. Amy can be contacted on 07710 136179 or on Facebook at singandsigncornwall.
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BEAUTY WITH CARE Non invasive rejuvenation procedures such as ‘Botox’ and dermal fillers are an increasingly popular treatment choice to turn back the years and restore the glow of youth. However, as the popularity of these treatments surge, so do the numbers of practitioners claiming they are trained to deliver them. With so many options, how do you choose who is the right person to administer your treatment? For aesthetic specialist Rebecca Pranauskas, owner and practitioner of Saltash Aesthetics in Fore Street, this choice of practitioner is the most important decision you will make on your antiageing journey. She says: ‘First and foremost, the most important thing is that your safety is protected when you are considering injectable treatments. These treatments are categorised as medical devises, and as such, may have possible risks or side effects. It is vital that each client has a full consultation including an assessment of their medical history to ensure that the treatment is suitable for them. Indeed, as a prescription only medication, many
people do not know that they need to see a licensed prescriber in a face to face consultation before Botox can be administered. Rebecca notes, “this may be a doctor, dentist, nurse with an independent prescribing qualification or prescribing pharmacist”. Not to have this consultation is against the law. Rebecca adds: “Protecting the public from harm is part of the nursing code that I follow as part of my registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. As such, I feel passionate about upholding high medical standards of practice within my clinic and raising people’s awareness about cosmetic procedures to help them in making the right choices when it comes to choosing an aesthetic practitioner.” Some things that you should consider when making this choice include: • What are the qualifications of your practitioner? Remember, if they are offering you a Botox type treatment they must hold a prescribing qualification. If not, they must book you in for a face to face consultation with a prescriber before treatment is offered
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to you. Any deviation from this is illegal. Is your practitioner really who they say they are? Sadly, there have been multiple cases all over the country of people administering these treatments claiming to be a nurse or doctor when they are not. Always check the qualifications of your practitioner. For nurses, active registration can be confirmed on the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register. Has your practitioner offered a full and thorough consultation? This should include an assessment of your medical history and a discussion about the treatment, including: the potential benefits of the treatment, possible alternative treatments, possible adverse side effects and aftercare. This ensures that you are fully advised to consent to the treatment process. Where is the treatment being undertaken? As a medical intervention, appropriate
controls must be in place such as high levels of hygiene and personal protection such as gloves being worn by the practitioner. • Where is your practitioner based? If you have any side effects, questions or concerns post treatment are they going to be able to provide appropriate aftercare? And if you do experience an unwanted side effect, ask your practitioner how they are going to manage this? “Finally”, Rebecca adds “you must feel comfortable with your practitioner. This is where the consultation really helps as we can ensure that we are working together to achieve the same vision. If something doesn’t feel quite right it is better to walk away and seek a consultation elsewhere. This is your face and above all your health: think carefully about your choices and make sure you are happy with the person you are seeing and the environment you are seeing them in.”
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student news
Exploration of risk and challenge on the water Degree students have taken to the water to
to children’s learning too.
explore the concept of risk and challenge and
“I am really enjoying the course at Cornwall
how such experiences can benefit children.
College Saltash and would recommend it to
FdA Early Childhood Studies students from
others; putting into practice what we are learning
Cornwall College Saltash looked at how having
in the classroom is invaluable.”
opportunities of managed risk within lessons
FdA Early Childhood Studies Course Manager at
can enhance children’s resilience and develop
Cornwall College Saltash, Tracy Gearon, said the
problem solving and social skills.
students were “hesitant at first” about kayaking,
The students went kayaking at Mount Batten
but were surprised at how proud they felt after
Activities Centre in Plymouth to experience for
challenging themselves.
themselves the feeling of risk and challenge.
“It is important to move away from the classroom
FdA Early Childhood Studies student, Rebecca
sometimes and experience themselves the
Gravener, said personally she found the challenge
theories being studied,” she added.
“very rewarding”.
For more information about the range of Early
“I was very apprehensive at first about kayaking
Years courses available across The Cornwall
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College Group, please visit www.cornwall.ac.uk
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or contact the College on 0330 123 2523.
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MEET THE ARTISTS BEHIND THE ART
Ashtorre Artists are presenting their tenth annual Beryl Underwood Summer Exhibition between 25 August and 9 Beryl Underwood studied September. Held in the upstairs gallery of Ashtorre at Hornsey School of Art, Rock, you can view the artwork between 10am and originally as a fashion 4pm daily, completely free. Ashtorre has shared student and had offers with Love Saltash just some of the artists you can to work in Paris but was expect to see, and here we hope you can get to unable to due to the outknow them a little better. break of the Second World War. She worked in many jobs including publishing while living in London. Rosalie Wyatt Later Beryl became a demonstrator for Conte art As a small child Rosalie was materials which meant she was able to travel and taken to Plymouth City demonstrate in many European countries. This in museum and Art Gallery turn led to her delivering art classes for the Greek and saw an exhibition of Islands art clubs, she incorporates the bright colours work by refugee children. and love of collage in her paintings and sees collage All her childhood work to GCE O-Level was lost when art as her “trade-mark” along with images of the sun Rosalie’s family disintegrated. During university in and birds. Leeds and work in London Rosalie made very few marks but enjoyed galleries and bought others’ work. Joanna Rowland In 2011 she returned to Plymouth after 50 years and Joanna is an amateur painter who tries to escape finds it an ideal setting for her work. Drawn to rocks from work and fit in her art when she can. She loves and wild places, but also to colour, Rosalie continues both black and white and colour and at the moment to experiment using ink, acrylics, and other water is experimenting with a limited palette. She especially based media, also beachcombing and upcycling likes landscape and figure drawing and painting. She things. She feels very privileged to continue exhibiting paints what she sees. with Ashtorre Artists, endebted to all at The Artmill, Peninsula Arts, and many more who contribute to Richard Allman Plymouth’s vibrant art scene Richard Allman initiated the first of these Ashtorre shows with John Forster in 2009 to celebrate the Marianne Sturtridge 150th anniversary of Brunel’s Royal Albert Bridge Marianne Sturtridge’s most recent paintings are across the Tamar. He works on large ink drawings inspired by fairy and fantasy with vigorous line and free washes of colour,many tales with her recent Alice in of which depict quirky angles of Plymouth that Wonderland works exhibited fascinate him. Also series of drawings on Plymouth in France to celebrate the 50 regeneration projects - at present the building of The year Plymouth Brest Twinning Box behind the City Museum. anniversary. She is now collaborating on the original Jill Coughman fairy tales of Charles Perrault with Plymouth poets, In her work, she explores Richard Gray and Melisande Fitzsimons. These tales her inner and outer were written in France at the time of Louis XIV for landscapes, trying to both adults and children, and include such classics as express her reaction to Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Sleeping Beauty what she sees and how and Puss In Boots”. she feels.
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Local author Annalisa Crawford
Hidden Gem on the Saltash Waterfront
Just Be’s book club has been running for over SALTASH WATERFRONT 01752 214356 two years, built from Tina and Peter’s own love of reading. Sat around the window seats of this ancient inn, it’s easy to imagine other people’s stories - what lives might be written about, who also sat here. On a balmy evening at the end of June, seven ladies, from all different backgrounds were discussing one such book with local author, Annalisa Crawford, “Our Beautiful Child”. The conversation was rich and uninhibited. “I got the book delivered and dived straight in.” “Lots of internal stuff goes on in my stories.” “I sometimes read the end before the beginning.” “My books are all middle.” “I like depressing books.” “I didn’t find the plot believable.” “I never thought it was meant to be real – “ “I don’t like giving endings.” “I had a chilled feeling.” “There is a ghost here, apparently, when it was the Passage House. “ “Three women, three stories, one pub – was it this one?” “I’ve never seen it, this ghost, – but I am scared of the dark.” “So is he real or a figment?” Pop in or contact us for details
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“Most people die of old age in hospital.” “Perhaps they come back because no one listened to them when they were alive?” “I use a kindle – I can have up to 200 books at any time. I love to lose myself in a book.” “I prefer real books to kindle – I love the smell of them.” “It’s mould you know.” “The book club gets me reading stuff I wouldn’t normally.” “I’ve just moved to the area…. Met some lovely people.” “Its such a big place – the mind – what goes on in there is more fascinating than the outside.” “I’d never be a journalist, I like making things up too much.” “It takes a lot of determination and persistence to be accepted by a publisher – it must be a great sense of achievement.” You can discover more about Annalisa’s vast imagination and her excellent stories on her website, annalisacrawford.com. The book club meets at Just Be once a month, discussing a title suggested by a member each month – the key point of the Book Club is to read the books, have a drink, and enjoy the company of like minded souls. Call Just Be to find out more.
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LOOE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Image courtesy of Looe Music Festival Facebook rock, folk or indie, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Transforming the beach and streets of Looe, the festival seems to pop up out of nowhere, dramatically converting the sleepy fishing town of Looe into a cultural hotspot for the whole family. This year, headliners The Stranglers will be bringing the festival to its conclusion on Sunday night, with other favourites such as The Waterboys, The Correspondents, Dreadzone and Steve N Seagulls, kicking off the Friday and Saturday nights. Festival
Article by Naomi Girdler
This summer seems to be lasting forever, and if there’s one thing that the summer represents, it’s the season of festivals. Cornwall has a lot on offer in that regard, with Port Eliot just round the corner as well as the likes of Boardmasters, Leopallooza and Tunes in the Dunes to name a few. However, a little down the road from Saltash, Looe Music Festival kicks off on September 21 until 23 with a line up not to be missed. Whether you’re into reggae, surf
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goers can expect no less than 90 bands over five stages, with the main stage on the beach welcoming flip flops instead of wellies. The festival doesn’t offer camping, but fear not, as there are a huge variety of hostels, hotels, B and Bs, AirBnbs, holiday parks, cottages and campsites near by to make use of. Looe Music Festival is a great opportunity to get away from the rat race for a weekend, and even better if you’re not a fan of camping, as its just down the road. Last year, Community Enterprises PL12 organised a minibus as well each day, so keep your eyes peeled for car share opportunities. Looe Music Festival is a not-for-profit festival,
having reached charitable status in 2012 with all your ticket money goes back into next year’s festival, or into local community projects, promoting musical talent and understanding. So while you’re sinking down Dreadzone the pints and soaking up the rays, you can be safe in the knowledge that throughout the year, the fun you’ve had helps contribute to some great causes. If you’re interested in a weekend by a magical harbour, on a beautiful beach, hosted by bands such as The Stranglers and The Correspondents, then I think Looe Music Festival is for you. Don’t miss out, tickets are still on sale now and can be found through the website at www.looemusic.co.uk
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OUT AND ABOUT
YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON LOCALLY Saturday 21 July
Sunday 22 July
Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve Discovery Day Country crafts, stalls, falconry and much more. Dogs on leads please. Meet at the Wearde Road entrance | 10am - 4pm | Free | INFO Bob and Jackie Austin 01752 844666
Lorraine Versatile female vocalist, singing pop, soul and disco hits from the 60s to current chart releases. Two Bridges Inn | 4pm - 6pm | Free | INFO 01752 848952
Rockaholics The Rockaholics trio is made up of ‘Wild Bill’ beating the drums to death as a Keith Moon clone, ‘Just Steve’ on vocals and a variety of guitars, and ‘Fast Fingers Phil’ playing his thumping bass and providing backing vocals. Playing classic rock and the odd lively Irish tune, they have an entertaining energy to help you have a great time. Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11.30pm | Free | INFO Andy 01752 842863
Monday 23 July Scrabble Club A place to get together with other word lovers to play the classic game of Scrabble together. From beginners to experts, all are welcome. Every Monday | Saltash Library | 1.30pm - 3.30pm | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk • continued on next page...
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Colour Your Cares Away A great session for adults, allowing some time to de-stress and colour with adult colouring books and calming music. Use the supplies available or bring along your own. Every Monday | Saltash Library | 3.30pm - 5pm | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk Saltash Fire Cadets Fire Cadets gives young people aged between 11 and 17 the opportunity to work within the fire and rescue service equipment and learn to work together as a team. New cadets are welcome.
Every Monday | Saltash Fire Station | 6.30pm 8.30pm | INFO 07811 954830 Saltash Army Cadets The Army Cadet Force (ACF) has over 41,000 cadets in more than 1,600 detachments all over the country and is one of the biggest and best clubs around. When it comes to fun, friendship, action and adventure, it’s hard to find anything that beats the Army Cadets. Every Monday | ACF Centre | 7pm - 9pm | INFO 01208 73183
tuesday 24 july Digital Champions Free digital training is on over in libraries across Cornwall. Helping you send and receive emails, fill in forms such as job applications, create a social media account to stay in touch with friends and family, shop online and find offers and access the Council website. Every Tuesday | Saltash Library | 10am - 12pm | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk Dementia Drop In Cafe If you are living with dementia or have been effected by dementia then drop in for a chat and a cup of tea and a piece of cake and find out what services and activities are available in the area. All welcome. Every Tuesday | Community Market, 4 Fore Street | 10am - 2pm | Free | INFO info@dementiaPL12.uk www.dementiaPL12.uk
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OUT AND ABOUT Rhymetime Free sessions of rhymes, stories and singing for children aged 0 - 4 years old and their carers, featuring David and his guitar. Every Tuesday | Saltash Library | 10.30am - 11.15am | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk Knit and Knatter, Craft and Chatter A group of like minded people getting together to enjoy a variety of craft activities. Learn new skills and exchange ideas. Any age, any ability and completely free. Every Tuesday | Saltash Library | 1pm - 4pm | Free | INFO www.cornwall.gov.uk Saltash Kernow Short Mat Bowling Club Go and join the Saltash Kernow Mat Bowling Club on Tuesday afternoons and evenings. All levels of players and ages welcome. Whether you want to be competetive and play in the league or day tournaments, or just want to play for fun, bowls are provided and players are there to help you learn. Tuesday afternoons and evenings | Church Road, Saltash | 1.30pm - 4pm & 7pm - 10pm | INFO Yolanda (Club Secretary) 01752 849945 Saltash & District Age Concern Sequence Dancing Club Come and enjoy the fun and make new friends at the weekly sequence dance club. Every Tuesday | Burraton Community Centre, Grenfell Avenue | 1.45pm - 4pm | INFO Amy 01752 843000
wednesday 25 july Elliot’s Store and Museum 2018 Exhibition Highlighting the achievements of two people from the locality. Mary Snell Rundle (1874 - 1937) and Major Gen. Sir William Penny Symons KCB (1843 - 1899). Until end of September | Elliot’s Store | 2pm 4pm Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10am - 12pm Saturdays | Free | INFO 01752 842132
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848484 Saltash Men’s 60+ Luncheon Group As part of the Saltash Live at Home Scheme, a small group meet in an aim to provide a congenial atmosphere to converse and build friendships. Every Wednesday | Ploughboy Pub, Liskeard Road | 12.15pm - 2pm | INFO Sarah 01752 848728 DECAF - Saltash Live at Home Activity group to support anyone living with dementia. All Live at Home members welcome to join in. Programme of activities for the year: music, willow craft, animal party, crafts etc. Every second and fourth Wednesday | Burraton Church | 2pm - 4pm | Free | INFO www.mha.org.uk Outdoor Theatre - The Tempest Make the most of your summer evenings by joining the fun on the old tennis lawn at Pentillie Castle to enjoy an open-air performance of Shakespeare’s spellbinding masterpiece, The Tempest. A play of soaring poetry, high comedy and tender love
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carnglaze
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Just off the A38 is a magical world, perfect for a wander when the temperatures are soaring. The woodland walk and enchanted dell at Carnglaze is a delightful stroll under welcome tree canopies, a highlight for faery lovers of all ages. And the lush shade gives a hint of the wonders to come if you choose to venture underground to explore the caverns - huge enough to accommodate concerts with seating for 400, with a spectacular cathedral atmosphere, a crystal
clear subterranean lake, and a constant 10C temperature. Recommended by Holiday Which? and a Green Tourism Gold award winner, Carnglaze Caverns is ideal for a contemplative self guided wander, as well as being warmly welcome to educational visits, concert goers and approved for civil weddings. Not far from Saltash, and definitely worth exploring. Visit www.carnglaze.com or call 01579 320251 for more information.
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Thursday 26 july Milling Days at Cotehele Mill Adventure down to Cotehele Mill on Thursdays and Sundays to see the mill in action. The millers grind organic wholemeal flour. You can watch the grinding and bagging on Thursdays and Sundays (water dependent) and even buy a bag to take home. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply. Every Thursday and Sunday | Cotehele Mill | 11am 4pm | Free | INFO 01579 350606 Port Eliot Festival Port Eliot Festival returns to the grounds of the Earl of St Germans Cornish estate at Port Eliot. Set in the very same location as the legendary Elephant Fayre, back in the 70s and 80s, the festival started up as the Eliot Lit Fest early in the millennium, and in the 14 years of its existence, it has grown to offer a rich diversity of arts and entertainment encompassing music, literature, poetry, comedy, film and art. Until Sunday | Port Eliot Estate, St Germans | Arrive from midday Thursday | £170 adults, £105 young person, £75 child (age 8 - 13) | INFO www. porteliotfestival.com
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Look Sharp! Not just for the kids. Take a closer look at the bladed weapons in Cotehele House. This is your chance to handle some of the bladed weapons that usually hang on the walls. Don’t forget to bring your camera, you’ll be able to amaze all your friends. Every Thursday until end of August | Cotehele House | 12pm - 3pm | This event is free, but normal admission charges apply | INFO 01579 351346
friday 27 july Saltash & District Age Concern Bus Weekly Shopping Trips You are picked up and dropped off at your door by the Saltash & District Age Concern Bus. Every Friday morning | Between 9am and 2pm | INFO Mr. Philip Laundry 01752 845099 Play Rugby All Year Round Open to everyone 16+, ladies and beginners especially! Every Friday | Saltash Rugby Club, Moorlands Lane | 6pm | Free | INFO 02touch@saltashrfc.co.uk Saltash Heritage Local History Centre Opening The centre has qualified staff to assist you to research your own family history and all aspects of life in the Saltash area. 17 Lower Fore Street, PL12 6JQ | 7pm - 9pm | Free | INFO Mrs Lizzy Sharpe-Asprey secretary@saltashheritage.org.uk
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fall in love with alpacas If you are an animal lover; - cat, dog, guinea pig – you will be captivated by Alpacas. Alpaca fibre was said to be the fibre of the gods by the Inca Royalty of Peru, Chile and Bolivia, where Alpacas originate from, domesticated from the Camelid family. The fleece is super super soft, far less oily than sheep, clean, and hypoallergenic. You can bury your hands in delight, and providing you are gentle with these beautiful, gentle animals, they seem to be happy to oblige. Husband and wife team Gary and Felicia Sanders first came across the breed, looking for a change from keeping horses. They bought three pregnant females back in 2002 and have lovingly and carefully built up a herd of over 100. There are two breed types, Huacaya are the more common, fluffy and looking like teddy bears, Suris have straight locks which hang down in the softest dreadlocks imaginable. “All the herd now have been born on the farm,”
said Gary. “Gestation is 11 months, and so have one baby (Cria) a year, the baby being a substantial size when born, and able to thrive on very little milk. “We are very attached to our animals, and like to be around for the delivery. Each animal has a name, the youngest is currently two days old, born at 9.5 kilos, and called Augustus.” Felicia added, “We work the breeding programme so that the mums give birth between mid May and the end of July. They are such sociable animals and benefit from being together. And they are very content with sharing their field with us and their babies.” You can learn about, meet and walk with the Alpacas by booking online at www. purecornishalpaca.co.uk The Alpacas are as pleased as their visitors to be treated to a walk through the woods on the farm, and Gary and Felicia have been asked to take some of their favourite animals out to local residential homes,
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America and Australia especially, so those unable to get to the but increasingly in Europe. farm can enjoy the benefits Indeed Popham’s pride and joy, of the animals’ good natured “Camouflage” has sired sons who company. are now all over Europe, with Despite neither Gary, nor Felicia their rare brown spots on creamy having any farming background, coloured fleece. they have also become involved Popham alpaca fleeces are sent in training via the British Alpaca to the Natural Fibre Company in Society (BAS). Gary is a certified Launceston to be spun into alpaca trainer, one of only a couple in Gary and Felicia yarn, and the garments knitted Cornwall and Devon. “Alpacas are very sociable so must be kept in groups easily rival cashmere for quality and softness. The of three or more, but you can keep 4-5 on as little long straight Suri fibre is much sought after by wig as one acre,” explained Gary, “so we are seeing makers, and seconds are used in creating duvets and pillows. There is a small shop at the farm, quite an interest in our Alpaca Care courses.” Gary is hoping to soon pass as a fully certified which is especially busy at Christmas time if you BAS judge, meaning he will spend some of his are looking for something extra soft for a loved time travelling in the UK and Europe judging one. Indeed it is said if you buy a pair of alpaca shows. Alpacas are becoming increasingly popular socks, you will never want to wear anything else outside their South American home, in North on your feet again!
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RWindband Concert Band Rehearsals Symphonic wind band based in Saltash. For players over 16 years of age with sight reading ability of grade 6. Looking for percussion and brass players to join. Burraton Community Centre | 7.30pm - 9.30pm | INFO Mike Nottage 07779 063948 mike4sax@ gmail.com Riptide Riptide are a four piece covers band based in and around the Plymouth area. Artists currently covered include Rita Ora, Beyoncé, Charlie Puth, Ed Sheeran, Brune Mars, DNCE, Justin Timberlake, The Script, Coldplay and many more! The Bull’s Head, Callington | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01579 383387
saturday 28 july Table Top Sale A table top sale is held on the last Saturday of every month.
Saltash Wesley Methodist Church | 9am - 11.30am | INFO To book a table, contact Bob Cartwright on 01752 842069 Saltash Chronicles Embroidery Project Over 100 feet of Saltash history created by local historians, artists and embroiderers. An amazing piece of craftsmanship on display. Come and have a look and have a chat with some of the creators. Refreshments available. Every Saturday | Saltash Baptist Church | 10am 1pm | Free | INFO saltashhistory@live.co.uk The Frame The Frame is a blues, rock, boogie trio that reinterprets blues standards, covers classic rock favourites and manages to rework some pop classics to make them fit into their broad set list. It’s a trio made up of seasoned veterans who have been around the block more than a few times and it shows! Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 842863
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OUT AND ABOUT sunday 29 july Ben Pinkham Memorial Match Match to remember Ben Pinkham, in aid of Children’s Hospice South West. Saltash United Vets vs Plymouth Argyle Vets. Charity raffle to follow match, hot food and drinks and bar open. Donations and/or raffle prizes gratefully received. Kimberley Stadium, Saltash | 11am kick off | £2.50 adults, children go free | INFO Contact Chris Pethick or James Allmett Costume Sundays at Cotehele Mill Come and meet the mill team dressed in Victorian costume. You’ll be able to watch milling and baking demonstrations and buy a bag of Cotehele Mill flour to take home. Booking not needed. Every Sunday | Cotehele Mill | 11am - 4pm | This event is free, but normal admission charges apply | INFO 01579 350606
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To book a clinic appointment or home visit please telephone:
01752 84 82 44 Lisa Rapley
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Get Bouncing! You won’t want to stop bouncing at this incredible outdoor inflatable session (indoor if weather not permitting). Parents are to supervise their children at all times. Maximum age 12 years. China Fleet Country Club | 11am - 11.55am, 12pm - 12.55pm | Child member, £2.75 per session, child non member £4 per session | INFO 01752 848668 Option 1
tuesday 31 july Saltash Floral Art Club Do you enjoy your garden and flower arranging? Come along and meet like-minded people. None of the club are professionals, but they’re building up their knowledge by learning from each other. Professional demonstrators are programmed into some meetings, there’s also workshops and garden visits. This month’s meeting is ‘Flower Power’ by Angela Hyland. First Tuesday of every month (except Jan and June) | Saltash Wesley Methodist Church | 7.30pm | Free for members, £4 for visitors | INFO 07952 348003
wednesday 1 august Dementia Voice PL12 Walking Group Affected by dementia? With the support of trained walk leaders, people living with or affected by dementia are welcomed to enjoy safe walking routes. Walks vary in length from 30 minutes to 90 minutes. Every first and third Wednesdays | 10am | Free | INFO 01752 098117
thursday 2 august Calstock Film: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (Martin McDonagh 2017 - Cert 15) A mother personally challenges the local authorities to solve her daughter’s murder when they fail to catch the culprit. Calstock Arts | 7pm doors, 7.30pm start | Tickets on door | INFO 01822 833183 • continued on next page...
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friday 3 august Food Market The first Friday of every month has become known as Food Friday, as the Community Market space becomes a thriving local producers’ market. The perfect place to pick up locally grown, smoked and baked produce with the added benefit of being able to chat to stallholders about the foods origins. First Friday of every month | Community Market, Fore Street | 10am - 2pm | Free | INFO 01752 848348
saturday 4 august Table Top Sale Everyone welcome! Every first Saturday of the month, Burraton Methodist Church hold a table top sale. They also host an Easter Fair, a Summer Fair and Christmas Fair. Stalls, raffles, tea and coffee available. Burraton Methodist Church | 10am - 12pm | Tables £3 | INFO Thomas Arnold 01752 208235, mobile 07848 865684 or Carol Steed 01752 311752
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Butterflies and Moths with Gary Lewis Please wear suitable clothing/footwear. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Cecil Arms | 10am - 12pm | Free to members, £2 non-members | INFO Contact Mary Longworth 01752 843852 or Bob Austin 01752 844666 ‘Seasons of Change’ in Cotehele Gallery Cotehele Gallery exhibits and sells the work of West Country artists and craft makers. This exhibition features the work of local landscape watercolour painter Peter Dolbear and handcrafted mirrors created by Joan Bose. This event is free but normal admission charges apply. Until 28 October | Cotehele Gallery | 11am - 5pm | Free | INFO 0159 352724 Gone South Gone South are based in Plymouth, covering the whole South West and occasionally out of region areas. The band is a fun, dedicated and committed musical team who respect each other hugely and who love to perform. Performing music including rock, pop, funk, ballads, alternative and much more, you can expect a great night from the band who have such a wealth of professional musical experience between them. Saltash Social Club | 9pm - 11.30pm | Free | INFO 01752 842863
saturday 11 august WhiskyFalls WhiskyFalls are a four piece indie rock band from Saltash comprising of Mark on lead guitar and vocals, Steve on guitar and vocals, Andy on drums and vocals and Graham on bass and vocals. Whether it be full on rock, indie or even mellow acoustic, they’ve got something in store for you. Saltash Social Club | 9pm | Members free | INFO 01752 842863
sunday 12 august A Taste of Transformation A Taste of Transformation is a workshop of
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OUT AND ABOUT transformational healing run by Felicity Anne Clark and Patricia Angrove. Polbathic Village Hall | 10am - 4pm | £65 | INFO Felicity 07878 259650 felicityanneclark28@ gmail.com or visit www.patriciaangove.com/ transformational-healing Idle Hands Formed in 2006, Idle Hands are an electro-acoustic duo comprising of Clive on vocals, drums and guitar and Ross on vocals and guitar. By continually reviewing and building their song list, they now have over 60 songs to choose from when creating a set, including the likes of Thin Lizzy, Elbow, U2, The Stranglers, Eagles and Rolling Stones. By covering such a wide range of artists, there’ll be something for almost everyone! The Cecil Arms | 5pm - 7pm | Free | INFO 01752 841557
tuesday 14 august CAMEO Group (Come and Meet Each Other) Over 60’s group, come along and meet new friends, play quizzes and listen to interesting speakers. Every second Tuesday | Saltash Wesley Church | 10am - 12pm | INFO Sarah 01752 848728
thursday 16 august Calstock Film: Volver (Pedro Almodóvar 2006 Cert 15) After her death, a mother returns to her home town in order to fix the situations she couldn’t resolve during her life. Calstock Arts | 7pm doors, 7.30pm start | Tickets on door | INFO 01822 833183
saturday 18 august The Wireless A versatile covers band, with over 100 songs ranging from the 60s to modern day. Formed in Plymouth in 2004, The Wireless tailor their performance to the audience! Choosing at will from the last 60 years of popular music, Rob C provides wah-wah driven
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acoustic guitar, psychedelic Si Hackers holds the bottom end down on bass and the marvellous Marvis Baldini provides drums and percussion, with vocal duties distributed throughout. The Bull’s Head, Callington | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01579 383387
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occasion, Blue Soule guarantee a good time. The Rod and Line | 9pm - 11pm | Free | INFO 01752 851912
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friday 24 august Voodoo A premium, professional duo, with a combined 54 years in the business, guaranteed to bring an exciting, energetic performance to every show. Voodoo provide an eclectic set, ranging from rock, through to pop and ballads. The Bull’s Head, Callington | 9pm - 12am | Free | INFO 01579 383387
saturday 25 august 10th Summer Exhibition of Art 100 new and original artworks by artists with a connection to Saltash. With unparalelled views, it’s an inspiring location to enjoy local creative endeavours. Free parking nearby. Until 9 September | Upstairs Gallery, Ashtorre Rock | 10am - 4pm | INFO ashtorre-artists.weebly.com
sunday 26 august Edward Tresloggett Having played music for over 25 years, Edward is an experienced and skilled singer, songwriter and musician. Having played in various bands over the years and influenced by the likes of Tim Buckley, Nick Drake and Paul Weller, Edward brings his own identity to the songs he covers and gives them a unique soulful makeover. The Cecil Arms | 5pm - 7pm | Free | INFO 01752 841557
monday 27 august Bank Holiday Monday Afternoon Tea Why not catch up with a friend, enjoy a couples treat or celebrate a special occasion as a group?
Afternoon teas include a selection of sandwiches, savoury scones or tartlets, cakes, mini desserts and traditional scones with plenty of clotted cream and jam. There’s also a wide selection of teas to choose from, or maybe add a glass of prosecco! Minimum two people, booking essential Pentillie Castle | 12pm - 4pm | £19.50pp or £26pp including prosecco | INFO Contact 0333 271 6662 or email contact@pentillie.co.uk
friday 31 august Luke Daniels and Nancy Kerr Two of the British Folk scene’s top performers team up for a limited number of exclusive shows to perform their own and each other’s music. Since Daniels’ landmark solo statement What’s Here What’s Gone in 2014, he’s put down several more markers on the musical map. Revolve and Rotate had him transporting the 19th century’s closest thing to hi-fi, the giant steel discs of the polyphon, to modern transcription, in what was a fascinating evening at Calstock Arts. All of this, in the context of a career playing melodeon for acts like Jethro Tull and Riverdance. Nancy Kerr is one of the most celebrated Folk musicians of her generation. To date she has won no less than six BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards including Folk Singer of the Year in 2015. Calstock Arts | Door 7pm, start 7.30pm | £12 advance, £13 door, £1 reduction for Friends of CA, £8 under 18s | INFO 01822 833183
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