Plymouth Chronicle Derriford & North May 2018

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May 2018

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Hartley church announces its ambitious ‘Big Build’ Since its origins in 1862 in a garrison chapel in the Royal Dockyard, Trinity Church is no stranger to moving and adapting with the times.

Its Christian witness has continued uninterrupted by these moves, firstly to Wyndham Street, Stonehouse, then to Torr Lane, Hartley in 1928, where it is currently about to undergo another transformation with the launch of The Big Build project.

The church, which celebrated its 80th anniversary in March, was originally the only Presbyterian Church in Plymouth.

In 1971, along with all Presbyterian churches, it united with Congregational Churches in England and Wales to form the United Reformed Church [URC] of England and Wales.

Its current active members felt that their present accommodation does not adequately match up to the requirements to meet their resolve in being ‘Trinity United Reformed Church, fit for purpose for the 21st century!’

Trinity’s vision is based on the belief that its church buildings have a profound impact on their ministry. The aim of the Big Build is to further equip and make best use of the buildings, in fulfilling the church’s mission in the neighbourhood and beyond.

Mary McFarlane, a keen member and facilitator of the Big Build Group explained that they have endorsement right from the top, “Our grand plans were developed by John Marsh Architect MEB Design Ltd, and planning permission was granted by Plymouth City Council in October 2017,” said Mary.

“At present there is an attractive worship area, not seen by passers-by, as well as adequate halls. However the ambience is impaired through a small unattractive entrance, and less than adequate facilities for people who are disabled,” Mary continued.

“The Big Build Project proposal shows the rebuilding of the central area between the church itself and the hall, with a communal access approach for both able bodied and less able people to enter an attractive welcoming and hospitable ‘mingling’ area with a church office and improved facilities.

“The actual build will sit easily, while respectively softening the severity of the original Presbyterian building. We desire to recognise the ‘aesthetic’ stance of the original buildings, while making the statement that the church is open and relevant.”

The church is already a busy ‘hub’ for worship and many activities throughout the week such as worship and learning, lunch and film club, exercise and dancing and pastoral and welfare.

The Big Build Group hope to create an improved and attractive place, welcoming and accessible, catering for the needs and activities of visitors and members with revamped utilities; a centralised place where all who enter feel at home; and a meeting/greeting area with a cafe where people can connect.

Finding funding for the project, costed in excess of £888,000, is certainly a big step for the Big Build.

Mary explained: “It is an act of faith as we feel both apprehensive and enthused, while trusting in God’s inspirational spirit, working with the help of all who feel the project is a worthwhile development, so that it will be achieved.

If you feel inclined or inspired to donate to ‘The Trinity URC Plymouth Building Fund’ or wish to know more, please contact Mary at mcfarlanem@hotmail.co.uk

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Jobs boost as Southway firm plans further expansion Southway-based Schneider Electric Controls UK Ltd is recruiting over 20 manufacturing and support staff, as part of an expansion programme.

Production capacity at the Southway Drive site is set to increase by 15 per cent, with a significant investment in advanced manufacturing technology, and new roles being created in assembly, maintenance, quality and warehousing.

Part of one of the world’s leading technology groups, Schneider Electric Controls UK Ltd supplies heating control and energy management products. Growth is being driven by increased European and UK demand for underfloor heating controls, plus the success of the company’s new smart heating control system Wiser, launched under the Drayton brand in autumn 2017.

Commenting on the expansion, Al Briggs, senior director - manufacturing operations, at Schneider Electric Controls Ltd, said: “Our expansion and recruitment plans signal positive times for Schneider Electric Controls UK Ltd as a British manufacturer. Investment in our production facility has allowed us to insource to the UK and sales are also rising as a result of customers choosing to work with British suppliers.

“The summer is set to be a busy time for the Southway site, with high planned production volumes that we expect to rise even further as we head towards the next heating season.”

Schneider Electric Controls UK Ltd currently employs over 200 staff in Plymouth, where controls have been manufactured under the Drayton and Eberle brands for over 50 years.

The Wiser smart heating system from Drayton is one of the company’s newest innovations, offering room-to-room heating control via an easy-to-use app and award-winning radiator thermostats, designed and engineered in Plymouth.

Interested applicants should contact TQR Recruitment by on 01752 252533.

Students’ hair-raising creations City College students have been drawing inspiration from the recent bouts of extreme weather to create ‘hair-raising’ hair styles for the 2018 Hair Show.

The annual event challenges hair and beauty students to create and design looks to present on the catwalk to a panel of special guest judges.

From blustery barnets, to windswept wigs, the students were out to impress local industry experts: Kirsty Smith, fashion programme leader at Plymouth College of Art; Robin Bowler, senior stylist and owner of Bowlers Hairdressing and Nick Evangelista, of Nick Evangelista Hair and Beauty.

There wasn’t a single case of Seasonal Affective Disorder in sight as the students’ creations elicited many oohs and aahs from the crowd. The guests were also treated to live dance and music performances.

City College’s academy manager of Hair and Beauty, Tanya Head, said: “This was a fantastic opportunity for our students and apprentices to demonstrate their creativity to the public and representatives from our region’s hair and beauty industry.

“The event was a great success and I am incredibly proud of the work they all produced - they blew the roof off.

“We couldn’t have done it without support

from the performing arts, music, live events and catering students; they really brought the show together. This event truly showcased what these young people can do. I am sure they will all have successful careers ahead of them.”

Those interested in exploring a career in the creative industries can visit www. cityplym.ac.uk or call 01752 305300 for more information. There will also be a Course Information Drop-In at Kings Road on May 16 between 4.30pm and 6.30pm.

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Best of local music talent lined up for Freedom Community Festival

Swillyfest back by popular demand

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Swillyfest is returning after the success of the first event in 2014.

The free community event for the people of North Prospect will take place at the City Social Club in Merrivale Rd, Plymouth from 12 noon until late on Saturday June 9.

The day’s activities are designed to appeal to all ages with seven local bands - headlined by The Diamond Geezers Sumo wrestling, mechanical bull riding, tug of war, face painting and bouncy castles.

Hundreds of Swillyites, friends and families attended the last event and organisers want this year’s event to be even better and more memorable.

The City Social Club is a large venue with a huge enclosed garden area to the rear with great prices on food, wine, beer and spirits.

For the latest news on this event go to The Swilly Nation page at www.facebook. com/Theswillynation

Conman: police warn residents in Plymouth

Plymouth’s popular Freedom Community Festival is back in June and is set to be bigger and better than ever before.

The free community music festival takes place in Freedom Fields Park on Saturday June 2 and Sunday June 3.

The event will include some of the best in local live music, family friendly activities, stalls and some catering delights including the revamped community cafe.

The festival gives a platform to the South West’s talented performers and provides sound engineering students with live event experience that they cannot get elsewhere.

One of the organisers, Jonathan Spurling said: “Since it began the Freedom Community Festival has won the hearts and minds of thousands of people throughout Plymouth with it’s vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere and with every passing year, it goes from strength to strength.

“And that strength is largely due to the generosity of our many amazing volunteers and supporters who give up their precious time to help make our free event happen and give back to the City’s community.

Police have warned residents in Plymouth to be on their guard against a conman who claims to be a window cleaner.

“We’re really grateful for all the help and support - including donations - we receive from local organisations, businesses and individuals. We are running a Crowdfunder appeal and other fundraising activities to help put on what has become one of the highlights of the summer calendar in the city.

“We’re organising a fund raiser at the B-Bar on May 6 from 2pm onwards and a local group are also putting on a gig at The Nowhere Inn later in the month to support the festival.”

Several local organisations will be running activities in the dedicated family area including On Course with family learning sessions, Scrap Store craft and junk workshops sponsored by Plymouth Community Homes and The Box history centre area.

There will also be Street Factory dance sessions and various family entertainment on the stage, which is being run by City College Plymouth.

Musical line up on stage

features some of the best local musical talent including Vince Lee, Paul Armer Band, Haunt the Woods, The Trees, Andy Quick Band, Joanne Cook, and many more. All the sound equipment is being provided by DBS and overseen by its music students.

The event officially kicks off at 12 noon on Saturday June 2. Alongside three stages of great live music, there will be plenty to keep everyone entertained - no matter what their age.

There will be everything from inflatables and craft activities to circus skills workshops and tasty local food suppliers and much more besides.

The themes for this year’s festival are LovePlymouth and LoveYourCommunity and as always organisers will be using the festival as an opportunity to celebrate the great city. In the run-up to the festival and over the weekend organisers will be encouraging people to take to social media and use the #LovePlymouth and #LoveYourCommmunity tags to celebrate all that’s good about Britain’s Ocean City.

For information and updates visit www.freedomcommunityfestival.org To support the festival go to www. crowdfunder.co.uk/freedom-communityfestival-2018

A statement issued by Devon & Cornwall Police said: “A male has been attending addresses in the Devonport and Compton area of the city passing handwritten cards with JLH window cleaning, fascia and guttering, cleaning specialist together with a mobile contact number ending 435.

“He is calling himself Will and has either completed small jobs for a minimal fee and then returned to the address and taken money for work he has either not completed or not returned to the address.

“He will ask for money up front to pay for materials and then not return. He is described as early 20’s 5ft 8 to 6ft tall very thin with black wavy hair, a long neck and of mixed race appearance. He is driving a faded red older style car derived van If anyone has had any dealing with this male or should he attend your address please contact the police on 101 for non emergency or 999 in an emergency.

Should anyone receive similar contact, please report this to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040, or online at www.actionfraud.police.uk

History festival at St Michael’s Church A special event is being held to mark the 175th anniversary of St Michael’s Church in Devonport.

The event takes place on May 12 between 10am and 4pm and is being staged as part of the programme of activities for Plymouth History Festival 2018. Visitors to the church in Albert Road will be able to inspect church registers and look for their past, meet the man who saw four Napoleons and find out how the church survived the Blitz and demolition.

Admission is free and refreshments are available throughout the day.

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

Story Stomps May 14 & 25 Soapbox Children’s Theatre. 11am to 12.30pm. Come along for an adventure and walk around Devonport, collecting nature on the way. Then it’s back to The Soapbox Children’s Theatre for a craft session followed by story telling. Every session is different and whatever the weather, there’s lots of fun to be had!

Dino-saw May 16 - 26 Soapbox Children’s Theatre. 11am and 1.30pm. Join Dino on an adventure to explore the world around her, featuring giant and peculiar plants and some of her favourite big beasties. This is a story to stimulate and develop imagination and encourage discovery of the world around us.

Plymouth History Festival at The Playwriters!

May 18-30 In the Playwriters mini-theatre above The Noah’s Ark, Courtney St, (behind WHSmith), there will be Evenings with the History Writers on Monday and Wednesday evenings,from 7.15pm-9.15pm, (Admission ¬£5) and open-mic sessions on Friday mornings, 10.15am to 12 noon,(Admission free). Topics are the three themes of the Plymouth History Festival; War, Enlightenment, Health. For more details and to book, phone Box Office on 01752 786777, and go to the website; www. playwriters.org.

Kingdom Come May 18 Several Plymouth churches are supporting the global prayer initiative called Thy Kingdom Come which takes place between May 10 and 20. A night of unhindered worship and prayer will take place at Mutley Baptist Church from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Churches involved are Mutley Baptist, St Andrew’s, St Matthias, Plymouth Christian Centre, Plymouth Central Methodist Hall, Redeemer Church and Plymouth Vineyard Church. Tickets are free and can be booked at www. kingdomcomeplymouth.org.uk May Fayre May 19 St Budeaux Parish Church Community Hall, The Green, Crownhill Road from 12 noon to 3pm. There will be several tables selling goods, including childrens toys, cards, gifts, handbags, jams, jewellery, beads, bric a brac, etc. Refreshments available. There are still a limited number of tables to hire at £5 to book tel 362161 Plymouth Global Book Club May 23 The award-winning Arabic novel The Bamboo Stalk by Saud Alsanousi will be discussed at the meeting, which takes place in Room 116 at the Rolle Building, Plymouth University. Free event open to all 7pm to 8.30pm.

Spring Fayre May 26 Meadowside and St Francis Care Centre. 2pm to 4pm.

With a bouncy castle, musical entertainment, children’s games, stalls, a raffle, glitter tattoos, a BBQ and refreshments, there’s something for all the family.

U-Fest Summer Festival June 2 and 3 Plymouth Hoe hosts Unity-Festival a family, cross-community event supported by businesses, community groups, activities and musicians that makes it a great day out for guys and dolls, lads and dads, mums and sons, daughters and divas alike!

People of all ages, backgrounds and communities unite for a giant music and culture extravaganza on the city’s waterfront. U-Fest transforms Plymouth Hoe every year as live bands take to the stage throughout the weekend. There will be fun for all ages, with everything from live music, children’s’ entertainment including face-painting, storytelling & bouncy castles to businesses large and small, charity & community stalls & various takeaway food vendors to keep you going all day long! Visit www.facebook.com/ plymouthunityfestival Coffee Morning Jun 2 Crownhill Methodist Church are holding a coffee morning from 10.30am to 12 noon in the church hall

permission of the Plymouth City Council supports local children’s charity, Jeremiah’s Journey. The gates open at 6pm until 9pm with a requested minimum donation of £1 per person in the charity buckets, which will allow you to see hundreds of motorcycles, trikes and quads of all types. There will also be motorcycle trade stands, fast food catering and a live band on the G and C Catering stage.

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Plymouth History Festival May 5 to June 3 Throughout Plymouth Back for its sixth year, Plymouth History Festival is an annual celebration of Plymouth’s history and heritage, and takes place across the city in a range of venues and locations.

Each year, the programme features around 100 different events including exhibitions and displays, guided walks and tours, talks, family activities and special events. For more information visit https://historyfestival2018.wordpress.com Doggy Day Out in the Park May 12 Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park A Doggy Day Out in the Park promises a pawsome day out for dog owners. There’ll be a pet shopping village, doggy tea party and a pet photo booth, as well as doggy agility displays with the chance for your dog to be involved. Obedience training workshops with Q&As to and a chance to show off what tricks your pet can do in the ‘Pets Got Talent’ competition.

Britain’s Ocean City Half Marathon May 20 Plymouth Hoe In partnership with Plymouth City Council, Britain’s Ocean City Half Marathon is a challenging, yet scenic 13.1 mile course taking in Plymouth’s famous landmarks.

Entries close on April 29 so don’t forget to sign up today.

rebirth of the natural world with him. Created by artists and volunteers, this massive figure will preside over a joyous two day event celebrated by the bands Black Friday and Harbottle and Jonas. This free family festival includes such wonders as medieval knights in shining armour, archery for all, a celebration of British wildlife, circus acts, hog roasts, the ArrowBarrows, Lodestone Morris and a mixture of food and craft stalls. There may even be a Viking attack or two…

Boringdon Gin Festival May 27 Boringdon Hall Hotel Join in the fun at Boringdon Hall Hotel for the annual Gin Festival on the Boringdon Hall Lawn and enjoy the finest gin accompanied by food stands, live music and outdoor activities and games including lawn chess, croquet, archery and air rifles. 2017 saw gin stands to include Tarquins Gin, Pinkster Gin, Beefeater Gin, Plymouth Gin, and many more, and 2018 won’t disappoint. Foodies can enjoy a range of dishes on offer such as traditional paella, locally sourced Devonshire burgers, hot dogs, potted Cornish crab and smoked mackerel, vegetarian dishes and a crepe stand.

Firepower Day May 25 Crownhill Fort Now in its fourth year, Firepower Day is an established highlight of the Plymouth History Festival. See the Fort’s armament in action, as well as plenty of gunfire from rifles, field guns and cannons.

Summer Garden Fete May 28 Kitley House Hotel With beautiful Dartmoor as the stunning backdrop, the fete will provide a fabulous day out for all the family whatever the weather! More than 40 exhibitors will be setting up stalls in the hotel’s Crystal Room and outside in the gardens, offering vintage and artisan products - everything from handmade jewellery and soaps to home and garden, woodwork and the most beautiful and unique gifts. There will be workshops throughout the day as well as entertainment provided for all the family.

Green Man Festival May 26 and 27 Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park The Green Man is back for its fifth year, bringing the

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with various stalls including delicious home produce (including cakes and savouries), gifts, toys, jewellery, books, and a raffle. All monies raised will be used to support WaterAid, the charity which aims to provide clean water and sanitation in some of the poorest countries in the world. Changes like these are often life-changing for those affected, preventing waterborne diseases and allowing children to go to school.

All are welcome to the coffee morning where they will find a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and admission is free. Entrance to the church hall is from Crownhill Road or the car park behind Crownhill shops, with free parking.’

Gospel Choir Concert Jun 9 Presented by Callington Community Gospel Choir at Hope Baptist Church, Peverell Park Road from 7pm to 9pm. Free entry and refreshments with donations welcome for Macmillan Cancer Support.

‘Rustle’ with Paddleboat Theatre Company June 16 Soapbox Children’s Theatre. 2pm. Paddleboat Theatre Company invites you to help set up camp so that they can tell you the greatest campfire story ever told: where sleeping bags evolve into monsters,

rucksacks become friends and torches highlight the forest’s closest secrets. Join in for an interactive family adventure jam-packed with puppets, songs and outdoor surprises.

A Magical Musical Journey Jun 23 Presented by ACT Theatre Company at William Sutton Memorial Hall in Shelley Way, St Budeaux starting at 2pm. Tickets £2 over 60s £3 under 60s available by phoning 07493288461. Show will feature songs from Priscilla Queen of the Desert, South Pacific, Oklahoma and many more well known musicals as well as a short sketch (Scrooge but not as you know it). Guest appearance by Gordon Cook, the well known local singer.

Coffee and Cup Cake Event Jun 30 St Budeaux Community Centre, next to Lidls starting at 1pm. Enjoy an afternoon and maybe find a lovely gift or two while trying out the delicious cup cakes served through out the day. There will be all types of items from jewellery, cards, personalised items paintings and much more. There will also be other tables selling items for their chosen charity. There will be a tombola, lucky dip name the bear and guess

Flavour Fest Jun 1 - 3 Armada Way Returning for its 15th year, Flavour Fest is the South West’s largest free food and drink festival. With nearly 100 stalls and an exciting programme on the chef stage, there will be something new to taste or experience whether you’re a novice chef or a food connoisseur. The star of the chef stage this year is MasterChef judge and presenter John Torode, who will be cooking on stage as well as hosting a book signing of his latest cookery book.

Throughout the weekend, you’ll be able to pick up some great tips and inspiration from the line up of local and celebrity chefs.

Gin Festival Plymouth 2018 Jun 29 Plymouth Pavilions The UK’s first, biggest and best gin festival is making it’s first visit to Plymouth and there’s going to be enormous variety of different gins. As well as the opportunity to try a huge variety of gins from all over the world (including exclusive gins you won’t see anywhere else), there will be live music, great food and a gin cocktail bar. There will also be gin masterclasses, and the opportunity to meet gin distillers in person, try free samples and chat about their gin.

Plymouth Armed Forces Day 2018 Jun 30 The Hoe Celebrate Plymouth’s proud military tradition at the annual Armed Forces Day, which this year will also be commemorating the RAF’s 100th anniversary. It will showcase the services with static and arena displays and parades. The exciting arena programme will return this year, with a highlight being the Field Gun competitions and the Parade of Standards will see cadets and veterans alike march across the Hoe Promenade. There will also be military vehicles, equipment and static helicopters on display to see up close as well as the opportunity to meet the Royal Navy, Army, Marines, RAF and veterans’ organisations in a variety of villages set out across the Hoe. Plymouth Model Show Jun 30 Plymouth Guildhall Come along to the annual scale model show. Two large displays will commemorate 100 years since WWI finished and also the centenary of the Royal Air Force. There will be static and radio control models, model railways and a variety of displays from South West model clubs and winner model clubs from Brittany. A model competition is also taking place during the day. The cafe sells hot and cold food and there will be a tombola running throughout the event.

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June 16 - July 6 Soapbox Children’s Theatre. 11am and 1.30pm. There is a squeak and a tantalising toot, a crisp crash and a hilarious hoot. Where does it come from? What does it mean? A whispered word and a scrumptious scream!

Listen to the noises that come out of the horn, can you guess from where they were born? The sound collectors are listening and gathering up a cacophony of sounds to put into the sound machine. Fun, visual and interactive, this piece of theatre will be a joy to all the senses.

Then and Now Jul 7 The Music of the Night Choral Foundation present their annual concert at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall, starting at 7.30pm. Tickets are £10 and are available from any choir member or by calling 01752 365580.

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A festival of music and dance organised by the Real Friends Community Group and sponsored by the Devonport Park Pavilion Café will take place on the Bandstand in Devonport Park on Sunday June 10.

Starting at 11am the day will see a host of musicians from young to not so young and a varied genre of music and dance.

“We are absolutely delighted to organise this event in aid of the charity CLIC Sargent, Cancer and Leukemia in Children and young people, who do amazing work supporting families with children undergoing treatment,” said Priscilla Carroll, event organiser for The Real Friends group.

The long line up of those taking part include Saltash Community School, the One Night Stans, solo artists Sophie-Louise and Kracken, Plymouth Youth Concert Band with conductor Barrie Mills, the La La choir, MBC Harmony 60’s & 70’s music, Blasé Blues, Memory Lane country rock, Swingletree duo from Bath, and the fabulous dancers from Natasha’s Bollywood School of dance. The sound system for the event will be provided

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“As Devonport Park is also recognized as a dog-walkers park we are delighted that Woodside Animal Welfare Trust will be hosting a dog show,” said Priscilla.

The Star Troopers and Darth Vader also hope to make an appearance. Stephen Whitfield will run the Archery Assault Course.

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to root out property market rogues

A welcome move, long overdue – that was the reaction from Mansbridge Balment Plymouth boss Darren Lawson as the Government announced plans for sweeping reforms to the estate agent industry.

Under the far reaching proposals, agents will be required to hold professional qualifications and be completely transparent about fees, as Ministers seek to raise standards and root out rogue agents.

Darren said the professional standards agents will have to meet – which will bring them in line with conveyancers, solicitors and surveyors – was only right and proper.

Mansbridge Balment has a branch in North Plymouth at Woolwell Lane and a City branch in Mutley.

“In recent years, at Mansbridge Balment Plymouth, we have been increasingly vocal about the need for tough reforms to our industry, driving out the rogue agents, bringing proper transparency to the property transaction process and making it simpler and more efficient” said Darren.

“I am delighted that the Government has now sat up and paid attention to our calls and those of the many other agents who

consistently ply their trade with honesty and integrity. Like us, they have nothing to fear from these tough new measures, which will afford much needed protection to the consumer.”

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Mansbridge Balment Plymouth is one of the few agents in the city fully licensed by the National Association of Estate Agents, (NAEA) an organisation which has also campaigned tirelessly to persuade the Government to introduce formal legislation to the industry.

The reforms were announced by former Housing Secretary Sajid Javed, who says delays and complications during the house sale and purchase process causes unnecessary financial and emotional stress.

He also wants to encourage the use of voluntary reservation agreements to try and stop sales falling through and to crack down on gazumping.

Trading standards will also be given more powers to take enforcement action against agents, who fail to meet the new standards, which will include bans.

“It is madness to think that people could entrust the most important purchase of their lives to someone who may have absolutely no experience in house selling and isn’t required to have an industry qualification of any kind,” added Darren.

“Thankfully, the Government is doing its best to finally putting an end to such madness. It’s a welcome move that is long overdue.”

Globe-trotting student gastronauts gain European work experience

Globe-trotting students have returned with a host of job offers and work placement opportunities after five months working, touring and soaking up new cultures as part of a European travel programme.

The students, who study hospitality and catering at City College Plymouth, have been working all across Europe, feeding the hungry in Hungary, making pastries in Paris, and satisfying stomachs in Sweden and have all returned with offers of further work placements; and one student gaining a permanent job.

Alanna, 19, went to Norway and worked as a patisserie chef in Bryggerikjeelleren Restaurant. She said: “It was a really cool adventure - I got to travel around the country and experience a new culture. This has been an opportunity for me to really broaden my horizons and catch that travel bug. I have learnt how to cope in high pressure situations, good timing and how to ski!”

City College’s European partnerships officer, Cat Sheppard, said: “It is an incredible accomplishment that every single student has gained additional work placements and a testament to all their hard work. One student, Jordan, has even gained a permanent job and moved to Paris in April.

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with their professionalism, and this group is no exception.

“This project allows us to form important partnerships with colleges across Europe giving our students more and more opportunities to explore what the world has to offer.”

Funded by Erasmus+ the students spent several weeks in different European countries

working in restaurants and hotels as part of the CHASE programme. The programme offers exciting opportunities for European participants to study, work, volunteer, teach and train abroad.

For information about the hospitality and catering courses available, or how to get involved in Erasmus+ funded projects, visit cityplym.ac.uk/events or call 01752 305300.

Local fundraiser launches new St Luke’s charity shop

When it came to choosing the right person to cut the ribbon at the opening of its new charity shop in Southway, St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth knew just the woman for the job!

Maxine Carter, who lives locally, bravely had her head shaved on her 55th birthday earlier this year, raising almost £5,000 for the charity that cared for her father-in-law at its specialist unit at Turnchapel following his cancer diagnosis.

Her head shave, which took place at the Falstaff Inn in Southway, was something Maxine had been planning for five years while she grew her hair long. Prior to performing the shave, hairdresser Jenny King divided Maxine’s hair into four plaits, each measuring 16 inches, so that they could benefit the Little Princess Trust, which provides real hair wigs free of charge to children who’ve

lost their own hair due to illness.

Maxine’s endeavour was supported by family and friends who sponsored her, and a raffle at the event further boosted her total.

Speaking about her reasons for supporting the charity, Maxine said: “St Luke’s is important to me because of the fantastic work they do. My mum passed away 37 years ago this August and as a family we had no support from anyone, just a district nurse to visit once a day for personal care.

It was really tough.

“But when my father-in-law was diagnosed with cancer, it was St Luke’s who made such a

difference. He received great care and as a family we felt well supported.

“I have been overwhelmed at how generously everyone has got behind my fundraising, and I felt very proud to be asked to cut the ribbon at the opening of the new shop.”

There’s no stopping Maxine, who is taking her bravery to the next level and planning a skydive in aid of St Luke’s.

She said: “I always say to people, you never know what is around the corner and one day they might need the services of St Luke’s. It is a local charity and every penny counts. They need our support so they can carry on the fantastic care they give.”

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Charity with a big heart is looking for new trustees

HeartSWell South West is a local heart charity, providing essential lifesaving defibrillators to communities, schools and business, as well as raising funds to purchase specialist cardiac devices for use in complex heart surgery.

HeartSWell also offer counselling and support services for individuals suffering with or affected by heart conditions. To find out more about the defibrillator programme or how to access the support services, visit www.heartswell.org.uk, email info@ heartswell.org.uk or call the team on: 01752 315 929.

Over the years the charity has achieved some amazing results. The founders of HeartSWell successfully campaigned for cardiac services to be provided here in the South West and in 2001 HeartSWell Lodge opened its doors for the first time to provide accommodation for patients, carers and relatives to stay when travelling to Plymouth to undergo their treatment at Derriford hospital.

The Lodge now sees over 10,000 guests stay each year and the charity is looking to raise over £1 million to expand this facility further, to meet the needs of patients in the South West.

It is an exciting time for the charity as it embarks on a three-year plan to develop its services further and the charity is now looking for new trustees to join them on the journey.

The Trustee Board plays a vital role in steering and supporting the charity’s development and it is looking to broaden the board’s skill base, knowledge and networks, seeking people who can help the charity to think long term and strategically; who can motivate, support and challenge HeartSwell as it moves ahead.

For more information, to arrange a visit to The Lodge or to request a copy of the application pack, including a full role description, contact info@heartswell.org.uk

Talks, walks and exhibitions Ford Park Cemetery’s current exhibition ‘Plymouth 1917 -1918’ continues until Thursday May 17 and is open for public viewing on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10.30am to 3.30pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 12.30pm to 3.30pm

On Wednesday May 9 at 7.30pm in the Victorian Chapel, popular speaker Dr Ian Hodgins will be giving a talk on ‘Prostitution in Victorian Plymouth’.

The cost of admission for this event is £3 and advance booking is advisable. To book tickets contact the office weekdays only (10am-3pm) on Plymouth 665442.

He will give his second talk of the month on Wednesday May 23 when the subject will be ‘Plymouth Hospitals and the Formation of the NHS.’ The venue and admission details are the same.

The heritage team will lead a free guided walk on Sunday May 13 entitled ‘Remarkable Women.’ They will visit the graves and give talks about some of the remarkable women buried at Ford Park. Meet at the Visitor Centre by 2pm.

The second exhibition ‘Celebrating 70 years of the NHS in Plymouth’ starts on May 19. The exhibition looks at how Plymouth came to terms with the formation of the NHS in 1948 to the present day, including information and pictures of several of the city’s original hospitals.

Again the exhibition is open for public viewing on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10.30am to 3.30pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 12.30pm to 3.30pm Refreshments are available from the Visitor Centre cafe during these times.

On Sunday May 27 in conjunction with the NHS exhibition the heritage team will be leading a free guided walk. Meet at the visitor centre by 2pm.

From Monday June 4 until Friday June 8 volunteers from Ford Park will be running the coffee bar at Harewood House in Plympton from 10am to 2.30pm.

Last but not least on Saturday June 23, the team from Wild about Plymouth will be visiting to head up the annual Bug Hunt. The fun begins at 11am and continues until 1pm.

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Bravery award for Devon & Cornwall Police control room worker

Julie Burgess, a resource deployment officer - sometimes known as a ‘dispatcher’ – for Devon and Cornwall Police has been honoured in the first national awards for staff who work in the control rooms of the UK’s blue light services.

Julie was recognised with a Special Recognition Award for Bravery and Courage in the APD Control Room Awards 2018.

The awards celebrate the extraordinary and selfless contribution of behind-the-scenes staff who play a critical role in response to emergency incidents day in and day out, often dealing with harrowing and distressing situations, in control rooms the length and breadth of the UK. Julie showed phenomenal bravery during an incident on her way home from work in the Force’s control room in Plymouth.

Chief Superintendent Glen Mayhew of Devon and Cornwall Police said: “Julie was on her way home from the Force control room in Plymouth in January of this year when she saw a man on the wrong side of

the barriers of the Tamar Bridge.

“Julie parked her car safely on the bridge and climbed across the bridge infrastructure to access the pedestrian cantilever and return back to where she had seen the man.

“She spoke with the man and held on to him until officers arrived to bring him to safety. Her speedy response was key to saving a life.”

Chief Supt Mayhew is commander of the Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police Alliance Operations Department.

He continued: “The police staff who work in our control rooms are ordinary people doing an extraordinary job, given the huge range of issues and incidents that they have to respond to and skills that they need.

“Julie’s exceptional conduct during this incident is a reflection of the high standards maintained by all of our control room staff and we are all extremely proud of her.”

Julie is trained as an ECC (Enhanced Crisis Communicator) who are used in their role to make contact via phone or text with people in crisis.

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APD managing director Mike Isherwood, one of the Control Room Awards judges, said of contact centre and control room staff: “Their amazing work is normally hidden from public view, so we’re delighted that, working with our partners, we have been able to give them the recognition and profile they so richly deserve.”

Luke Pollard criticises train cancellations Plymouth MP Luke Pollard has raised concerns after CrossCountry cancelled trains to Plymouth due to recent bad weather.

He has written to the Secretary of State for Transport saying it is unacceptable that the current stock of CrossCounry trains are unfit to withstand all year round weather conditions at Dawlish and Teignmouth.

The engines on these trains has been known to short circuit when they are hit by the saltwater coming off the waves and sea spray. CrossCountry now starts and ends trains at Exeter when there is bad weather to prevent the Dawlish line being blocked by broken down CrossCountry trains.

The CrossCountry train franchise is shortly to be re-let and the Plymouth MP has asked the Secretary of State to require future franchises to buy new trains with the ability to cope with poor weather.

Current rolling stock lacks the capacity required to carry passenger demand and have a key fault that means they are unable to pass through Dawlish when the waves crash over the track at Dawlish and Teignmouth.

The letter also asked whether the current CrossCountry franchise holder Arriva are breaching provisions by failing to provide services to Plymouth and Cornwall due to the frequent service cuts due to bad weather.

Luke said: “Plymouth’s rail service was hit yet again recently as CrossCountry cancelled trains to the far south west due to waves hitting the track at Dawlish and Teignmouth. Plymouth is served by two train operators, GWR and CrossCountry and we need both fully operational to support our local economy.

“The cancellation of trains due to bad weather is growing increasingly unacceptable. We need urgent action from Ministers to ensure that these trains are replaced with new rolling stock that can survive weather all year round.

“It is embarrassing and damaging for our region that decades old Great Western Rail trains can get through Dawlish and the newer Cross-Country trains cannot in bad weather.”

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Dinosaur fans set to have a roar-some time at Lord Mayor’s Festival

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Community groups and charities will also be hosting stands throughout the city centre to showcase their work.

Councillor Glenn Jordan, Cabinet Member for Culture, said: “The Lord Mayor’s Festival is always a wonderful celebration of the

people, groups and charities working hard to make Plymouth a great place to live and I’d encourage any organisations that haven’t already signed up to get involved.

“This year is set to be another fantastic family day out, with activities and performances that I’m sure will appeal to children and adults alike.”

Community groups, clubs and charities who would like to take a stall at the event should email sabrina.pearce@plymouth.gov.uk or call 01752 307811.

There will be competitions in the run-up to the festival with dinosaur themed prizes.

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Multi-million-pound deal sees Crownhill Taxis acquired by Need-A-Cab Established Plymouth law firm, GA Solicitors, has advised a Plymouth taxi firm on the acquisition of a rival company as part of a multi-millionpound expansion plan, establishing it as one of the largest taxi providers in the city.

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David McIntosh, co-owner of Need-A-Cab, added: “The acquisition of Crownhill Taxis was a strong opportunity for us. We undertook significant market Need-A-Cab, which was established in 2010, research and understood there was a real has acquired Crownhill Taxis, expanding its opportunity to continue to grow and develop team to 200 drivers and 30 office-based staff. in the city.

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Buffaloes boost for children’s wards Children’s wards at Derriford Hospital have received a £3,200 boost thanks to the fund raising efforts of the Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes (RAOB).

Members of the organisation from Plymouth and East Cornwall joined together to raise the money by holding various events, including a skittles match and a Christmas dinner. They also held raffles and auctions, and even sold football scratch cards and pickled onions to raise funds.

“I suggested that we raise money for the Children’s Happy Hospital Fund (CHHF) this year,” said Brian Tack, a member of the RAOB. “I’d spent a lot of time in the hospital last year, having had three major operations, and I wanted to give something back.

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raise £2,000, so we are really pleased with the final total. We feel that, as long as it helps to make the children staying at the hospital a bit happier, then we’ve done our job.”

“It’s such a lovely surprise,” adds Sue Rodgers, play service team leader at Derriford Hospital and fundraising co-ordinator for CHHF. “These funds will make such a big difference to the facilities that we can provide for the children who attend the hospital, and their families.

“We’d like to thank everyone at the RAOB for their generosity and support.”

To find out more about how to fundraise or make a donation to University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, visit www. plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ fundraising

...and the Lions help out as well!

Tavistock Lions Club have handed over a range of electrical appliances to the children’s wards at Derriford Hospital.

The Lions pledged to raise money for Christmas decorations in the wards - but the superb response to their bucket appeal meant they collected far more than was required for the decorations.

Lions members approached the hospital to find out if there was anything else needed for the wards.

As a result five fridge freezers and three TV/DVD players were supplied. The fridge freezers will benefit long term teenage patients for the storage of their own food, while the TV/DVD players will be installed for younger patents in Woodcock Ward.

Welcome to Whitleigh Big Local

Big Local is an exciting opportunity for residents in 150 areas around England to use £1m to make a massive and lasting positive difference to our communities. Big Local brings together local talent, ambitions, skills and energy from individuals, groups and organisations who want to make their area an even better place to live. Big Local is funded by the Big Lottery Fund and managed locally by the Whitleigh community.

How to get a new Community Centre

The initial results from our survey show that there is strong support for a new Community Centre, though there are a significant few with doubts, backed up by valid comments.

The number of surveys completed has been a good start with 170 responses so far, however Whitleigh has an adult population of over 6000 so we need more responses from the community, as we need sufficient evidence of community support before we move to the next stage. A new community centre has much to offer the residents of Whitleigh but it must be the right solution: • in the right place, • with the right facilities and • with the fullest support of those who will use it.

Unfortunately, getting to the right solution takes time. We at Whitleigh Big Local are just as keen to see a new community centre in Whitleigh but believe that it is not just for the few to have their say before this happens. Over the next few months we will hold several public meetings to help gather views and feedback. We will also be taking the new community van around Whitleigh to promote all the activities happening in your area but also so residents can talk directly to volunteers at the Big local about their thoughts and ideas for a community center.

We are asking for community champion to help distribute the survey in their area, we have already had volunteers to promote the survey on Bodmin Rd, Taunton Avenue (although we need more) and parts of Budshead Rd. But Whilteigh is a big area so…if you can spare a few hours to help promote and advertise the survey then we can start getting a bigger picture of what Whitleigh residents think about a new community centre or venue. Please get in touch with Pippa at Whitleigh Big local either via telephone or through the webpage or you can email hello@whitleighbiglocal.org.uk

Social enterprises – what are they?

A social enterprise is a business idea that has an additional bonus of supporting or giving back to the community some benefit. Whitleigh Big Local has teamed up with Unltd and created a fund for the next 3 years to help support social enterprises that benefit Whitleigh residents. If you have an idea or you just want to find out more then please come along to one of our introduction sessions. The next one is on May the 29th at Four Greens community centre from 12-2pm for more information contact PaulSquires@unltd.org.uk

Out and about with the community van - Whitleigh big Local has purchased a big panel van that can operate as a small meeting space or community venue. It can seat up to 15 people and is a lovely space to meet and chat with your friends. You will see it around the community over the next few weeks – so pop in and say hello to Pippa. If you have any ideas on how to use the Van to support a community event, then let us know.

May: Women of Whitleigh Makers Day - Meet at Events: 17th Four Greens Community Centre from 11am-1.30pm.

Bring food to share and any crafts, arts or making techniques that you want to share with the group.

29th May: Information session on ‘What is a social enterprise?’ Four Greens Community Centre 12pm-2pm 9th June: The Big Lunch from 12pm-4pm. On Whitleigh Green, bring a blanket, some food and spend time with neighbors and friends. Free arts and craft activities.

There are lots of other local activities going on in the area – please check out our Facebook page and website.

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Brave Plymouth girl, Heidi Grace Searle aged nine, who lost her best friend Ella Block to sepsis at Derriford Hospital when they were just four years old, has raised over £2000 for the UK Sepsis Trust by having her hair cut off at Hair Jungle and screened live on Facebook.

Following in the footsteps of Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, Heidi will also be donating her hair to The Little Princess Trust so that other children will benefit from her haircut.

The Little Princess Trust make real hair wigs for children with hair loss through cancer, so two charities will gain from Heidi’s bold sacrifice.

Heidi, who lives in Greenbank, said: “Everyone used to think Ella and I were twins because we looked so alike. We loved going on holiday together and giggled A LOT!” Heidi takes after her brave mum, Debra Searle, who singlehandedly rowed across the Atlantic Ocean.

Debra said, “Heidi has a huge heart. She is raising money for The UK Sepsis Trust because they train medical professionals and the public to spot the symptoms. Tragically, Ella might still be here today if the GPs and hospital staff had correctly diagnosed and treated her for Sepsis.”

Sepsis kills eight million people every year worldwide. In the UK, 44,000 people die, often because it is misdiagnosed - more than the deaths from HIV/AIDS and road traffic accidents combined.

Fortunately, Heidi - who attends King’s School in Mannamead – was delighted with her new hair from Hair Jungle creative director Emily, who said: “Heidi is a brave and determined little girl and we are very pleased to support her in such a worthy cause.”

“I might miss my long hair,” said Heidi, “But I think my new hairstyle is really beautiful and it’s great other children will benefit from the hair I’ve had cut off.

“A BIG thank you and free hug to everyone who has helped me raise so much money for charity. I think Ella would have liked my new hair.”

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Business is booming for online materials company

An old bread factory in Plymouth is being brought back-to-life as online business, Construction Materials Online, takes up residence in new premises.

The rapidly growing parent company of Roofing Superstore, Drainage Superstore and Insulation Superstore, currently based at Airport Business Centre in Estover, has brought forward a move into its prestigious new facilities at Burrington Estates ahead of schedule.

Having outgrown its current offices, plans were made to re-locate to the new premises mid-summer 2018. But with more customers came a need for more stock and a bigger warehouse.

This led to part of the team moving into the new location early.

Construction Materials Online’s operations director, Callum Tasker, explained: “We have increased our range of products stocked and the

volume of stock due to customer demand, so it became urgent to get into the new warehouse as early as possible.

“Whilst there’s still work ongoing in preparation for the complete office move, we were able to accelerate things to get the distribution area ready sooner. It’s no mean feat organising a commercial move like this, but I’m pleased with how smoothly it’s gone, and the dispatch team are excited and raring to go in their gleaming new warehouse!”

Construction Materials Online collected the keys to its new Burrington Estates premises in January. It will now benefit from 15,000 square feet of warehouse – more than triple its original 4,500 square feet.

The next phase is completing works to the offices, which will house the rest of the company. This includes each superstore’s team of expert customer service advisors, which set the company apart from

other online building merchants.

Construction Materials Online is keen to create a dynamic new work space for its staff, and is working with local company Broadbase, the designers behind the Guardian’s offices to deliver its vision. Staff will permanently take up residence in Burrington Estates in summer 2018.

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Project to fund rehab centre in Uganda

A crowdfunding project has reached its £10,000 target to build a new facility in Africa for people with chronic lung disease.

Academics from the University of Plymouth are leading the project to build a pulmonary rehabilitation centre in Kampala, Uganda – which will help to train medical professionals and treat people with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) from across the continent. COPD is the third leading cause of death worldwide.

Asthma and COPD are common the world over and, in the west, most often treated through the use of inhalers.

But in Uganda, these treatments are expensive and seldom available, even if they can be afforded.

The pulmonary rehab set to be delivered at the centre is an evidencebased intervention that does not involve drugs. Groups of patients undergo rehabilitation in a six-week twice weekly programme of exercise and education.

Research at the University of Plymouth, led by Dr Rupert Jones and funded by Medical Research Council, Wellcome Trust and UK Government Department for International Development, has shown that rehab worked extremely effectively in Uganda to improve symptoms, social isolation and return to productivity.

Dr Jones, part of the University’s Institute for Translational and Stratified Medicine (ITSMED), explained the importance of the work and the need to fund it quickly.

He said: “Rehab is very effective in reducing breathlessness, improving social engagement, and reducing dependence. In many patients, rehab is life transforming.

“Sadly, for the many patients who want to do rehab, since the research has stopped, there is nowhere for the rehab to take place.

“We plan to build a bespoke centre for pulmonary rehab in Mulago Hospital in Kampala. The centre will act as a permanent National Centre for performing pulmonary rehabilitation and for training staff from across Africa to conduct rehab to the highest standards.

“Our research has shown how effective the treatment is, and we only had one month to raise £10,000. Every single penny will help us to build a centre to treat a neglected group of patients who are suffering from a devastating disease without treatment.”

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Paintings will brighten up Derriford A collection of 12 pieces of artwork have been donated to Derriford Hospital.

Local artist, Richard ‘Dick’ Woollcombe was a patient at Derriford several years ago. During his stay he walked the many corridors of the hospital and thought they could do with some brightening up.

Shortly after his recovery he donated a collection of twelve pieces of his own art – called The West Country Year.

Sadly, Dick passed away in 2016 and when his son, Alan, was tidying out his studio, he found a further collection of 12 pieces of art. Alan has kindly donated the collection to the hospital and they are now on display on Level 11.

Alan, his wife Mimi and Jane Miller, a family friend and volunteer at Tavistock Museum, visited the hospital to see the artwork on display.

“My father would have been so happy that his set of Calstock Viaduct paintings had found a home at Derriford,” said Alan. “He always appreciated that the hospital has enabled his West Country Year paintings to reach a wider audience, and he would have been delighted at the way these have been displayed too. His family would like to express our thanks to the hospital.”

Project manager at the Trust, Di Brimacombe, said: “I had the great fortune of meeting Dick three years ago; he was a very endearing, charismatic character. It was a real privilege spending time with him and discussing his vast collection of artwork.

“Derriford Hospital is extremely lucky to be able to exhibit these art collections painted by Dick Woollcombe.

“It was also very rewarding to see how happy the family were at the unveiling, with how we had exhibited the collections. There couldn’t be a better tribute dedicated to the legacy of such a talented local artist.”

Hospital chairman, Richard Crompton added: “We would like to say thank you to Alan for being so generous and allowing us to display these lovely paintings on our wall. I’m sure Dick would have whole heartedly approved. These images will be here for many years to come.”

Nominations sought for BASH award

Plymouth police are inviting the community to nominate people with disabilities in the city who deserve to win an award.

The BASH (be active, be safe, be healthy) awards include seven areas based on being active, keeping safe and staying healthy. They will recognise the winning individual/s and runners-up for their positive achievements. Winners will each receive an award and runners-up will receive a certificate.

The awards will be held on Thursday June 21 at the Future Inn Plymouth and nominations are open until May 28.

Diversity officer, PC Martin Whitehouse said: “I am aware that many people who live with disabilities overcome incredible challenges and the awards recognise just some of these. We are welcoming entries which help us celebrate the achievements of people with disabilities in Plymouth.”

Nominations can be made by the public, people with disabilities or their family, friends or carers. For more information and to make your nomination and book a place at the event please visit www.devon-cornwall. police.uk/bash18plymouth

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Wolferstans raises £7000 for local family charity

Plymouth based solicitor firm, Wolferstans, has raised an amazing £7000 for local Plymouth charity, Friends and Families of Special Children who provide a range of services for families with children who experience disabilities in Plymouth and surrounding areas.

fundraised throughout 2017 for Friends and Families with events such as a Festive Fun Day, Christmas Market and taking part in the Plymouth 10k.

Emily Riddick, marketing executive at Wolferstans said: “We were proud to support Friends and Families of Special Children as our 2017 Charity of the Year.

Friends and Families of Special Children was set up in “We built a fantastic relationship with the charity which 2002 by a small group of parents who identified a huge we hope will continue into the future and we thoroughly gap in service provision for children with disabilities and enjoyed raising awareness of the vital their families within Plymouth and the Wolferstans Colleagues from services they provide. surrounding areas. the Plymstock Branch, taking “The charity really is a lifeline for many The group gained charitable status part in a Festive fun Day families and we hope our donation will in 2005 and is now one of the main make a valuable difference to them.” providers of integrated leisure services Hannah Whiting, lead Fundraiser for the within Plymouth. charity said: “The work Wolferstans carried The charity is unique in that it helps out with us throughout 2017 was incredible. the whole family, providing activities not Not just the fundraising, but the support only for the disabled children, but also for for our families as well as helping us to their siblings. raise the profile of our charity.

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The second of four commemorative paving slabs dedicated to Plymouth and Devonport-born soldiers who received the Victoria Cross for their courage during the First World War has been unveiled on the Hoe. The slab is located near the Plymouth War Memorial, at the junction of Citadel Road and Lockyer Street and is in memory of Captain John James Crowe VC (28 December 1876 to 27 February 1965).

Crowe was born in Devonport. His father John was a soldier who was garrisoned at Raglan Barracks.

His mother, Catherine (née Turpin), was born and raised nearby at Cherry Garden Street.

Crowe followed in his father’s footsteps and joined the Worcestershire Regiment (amalgamated in 2007 with the Cheshire, Staffordshire and Sherwood Foresters Regiments to form the Mercian Regiment). By August 1914 when the First World War began, he was in France with the British Expeditionary Force.

Having survived many hard fought actions, it was for ‘valour and zeal…of the highest order’ in the defence of the Belgian village of Neuve Eglise, also known as Nieuwkerke, that Crowe was awarded the Victoria Cross.

On 14 April 1918, he showed ‘…an utter disregard of danger…’ and led two small parties in successful attacks on enemy machine gun and sniper positions.

The commemorative slabs are part of a national initiative from the Department for Communities and Local Government to honour Victoria Cross recipients from the First World War and are being laid in the birth places of all those awarded the Victoria Cross during the conflict.

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The RNLI’s Mayday campaign began on May 1 and will run for the whole month, with fundraising events taking place across the south west. This year, the RNLI hopes to raise £750,000 through Mayday, which will be used to fund essential kit for the charity’s brave volunteer lifeboat crews.

To kick off the campaign, members of the Plymouth Argyle team have shown their support by swapping their football boots for the RNLI’s iconic yellow wellies.

In addition, one of Plymouth’s most celebrated landmarks, Smeaton’s Tower turned yellow at sunset on May 1, in support of the Mayday fundraising campaign. The lighthouse will make a striking sight after dark, an unmissable reminder to residents and visitors alike to ‘do your bit, fund our kit’ and help to fundraise this May. Plymouth Argyle’s captain, Gary Sawyer urged the public to support the RNLI’s Mayday campaign: “As football players our training is pretty gruelling – we’re always pushing ourselves to the max in all kinds of weather conditions, but at least we know when we’re expected to perform!

“That’s why I have so much respect and admiration for the volunteer RNLI crew members as they drop everything in an instant to respond to a distress call to go out on a rescue, no matter what. The photo shoot has been fun although there is a serious message, so I’m asking everyone to help this amazing charity continue its essential lifesaving work by supporting them this Mayday.’

Fundraising events are taking place right across the south west,

many with a yellow welly theme in a nod to the lifesaving kit that RNLI lifeboat crew members wear on their feet when saving lives at sea.

Money raised through Mayday will help RNLI lifeboat crews to face the harshest conditions at sea with the best kit possible. It currently costs £1,598 to provide one all-weather lifeboat crew member with all of the kit needed when responding to the call for help.

A recently-announced partnership with global brand Helly Hansen will see all-weather lifeboat crews supplied with new kit later this year, providing better endurance levels and greater freedom of movement for the charity’s crew members.

RNLI fundraisers across the country will also be joining Smeaton’s Tower and the Argyle players in going yellow for Mayday – just like volunteer crews do every day to save lives at sea.

Anyone who wishes to get involved can visit RNLI.org/mayday to register for a free Mayday fundraising pack or donate to the campaign online.

You can also show support on social media, joining the conversation using the hashtag #MaydayEveryDay, or buy a yellow crew member pin badge.

Dave Millford, Plymouth RNLI’s lifeboat Coxswain said: “RNLI volunteer lifeboat crews are willing to drop everything to go and save lives at sea when their pagers beep.

The Mayday campaign is our own call for help, as we rely on the generosity of the public to help us continue our lifesaving service, which we operate day and night, 365 days a year.

“Our crews rely on lifesaving kit, like their yellow wellies, lifejackets and helmets, when they go out in all weathers to save lives. We’re delighted to have the support of the Plymouth Argyle players and that Smeaton’s Tower will be joining us in going yellow this Mayday. We hope that many local people will be inspired to lend their support as well.”

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Big names complete line-up for Day Two of Ocean City Sounds Tom Findlay – one half of cult DJ duo Groove Armada – and BBC Radio 1 DJ Danny Howard will complete the lineup for Day Two of MTV Presents: Ocean City Sounds.

Tom and Danny will be joining 90s heavyweight DJ and dance music titan Pete Tong on Plymouth Hoe for an incredible Ibizainspired night of music.

Groove Armada began after Tom and Andy Cato met in London in the mid-90s. They are now established as one of the planet’s top dance acts, having released seven studio albums and are famous for tracks including ‘Superstylin’ and ‘I See You Baby’.

Tom has played clubs and festivals across the world, from Ushuaia in Ibiza to Creamfields and can’t wait to get the crowds partying in Plymouth. He said: “I’m looking forward to bringing that Ibiza feeling to the south coast this July and Plymouth Hoe is an incredible location, so it’s going to be a great night!”

Danny Howard is one of the world’s leading dance music DJs and an established presenter on BBC Radio 1. Having presented the Dance Anthems show for more than five years, he’s now part of the legendary Friday night dance line-up alongside Annie Mac and Pete Tong.

Danny will be getting the crowds fired up at the start of Day Two. He said: “I can’t wait to see thousands of you ready to party in Plymouth. I’ll be playing some of the biggest and best dance tracks so get ready for an unforgettable night.”

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Day One of MTV Presents: Ocean City Sounds will feature Bastille, Ella Eyre, Professor Green and R3WIRE & VARSKI. Day One will be filmed as part of the MTV Presents series, which includes Gibraltar Calling and Varna Beach in Bulgaria. A highlights show, ‘MTV Presents: Ocean City Sounds’, will be broadcast in August.

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Popular musical ‘9 to 5’ at Devonport Playhouse Plymouth-based No Walls Creative Arts are back with the fun, feisty and female empowering musical ‘9 to 5’ following the success of their previous production ‘Into the Woods.’

With music and lyrics by the acclaimed Dolly Parton herself, this musical sees three female office workers, revolt against their arrogant, misogynistic boss, and take control of the office.

The cast will be ‘punchin’ in’ at the Devonport Playhouse on Wednesday May 16 through to Saturday May 19. Performances will begin at 7.30pm each evening with a matinee on Saturday beginning at 2.30pm.

No Walls Creative Arts are a theatre and arts company local to the Plymouth and Saltash area.

Founded by industry professionals Sam Pomeroy and Mark Sidey, it strives to promote the arts and aims to make theatre more accessible within

local communities. Since their debut musical, Stephen Sondheims’s ‘Into The Woods’, last year, No Walls Creative Arts have worked with the University of Plymouth’s Musical Theatre Group on their inaugural pantomime which was written and directed by Sam Pomeroy and their latest production Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.

The team’s involvement and dedication to other local theatre companies demonstrates No Walls Creative Art’s philosophy of making the arts accessible and appealing to wider audiences.

The cast of ‘9 to 5’ is hugely diverse and involves people from all different kinds of employment; those who work 9 to 5 and those who don’t!

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To help them along the way the cast are privileged to be working with Laura Fox as their musical director and Jessica Emmett as choreographer. No Walls’ co-founders are showcasing their talents with professional director, Sam Pomeroy, directing and Mark Sidey exercising his outstanding performance skills as the male lead. Franklin Hart Jr. Mark will be performing alongside the massively talented trio, Charlotte Robinson as Doralee, Stephanie Bradbury as Judy and Marion Macbeth as Violet.

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New club helping to create the next generation of Special Olympians After the huge success of Plymouth athletes at the Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles 2015 and the National Games in Sheffield 2017, Special Olympics Plymouth & District have teamed up with YMCA Plymouth to offer a new and exciting opportunity for local young people.

Both organisations have launched a new club for those wanting to try something new, get into sport, and start their journey to hopefully one day bringing back their own Gold medal for Great Britain.

The new ‘YMCA Specials’ club will bring together the skills and expertise of both organisations to offer a truly inclusive club that hosts an array of sports each week.

Session leader, Dan Gardiner said: “This new club is a great opportunity for young people with intellectual disabilities as well as physical impairments. It’s not just about competition, it’s also a fun club for young people to simply have fun, build their confidence and socialise. But beyond that, we also have the fantastic chance to offer pathways for competition through Special Olympics as well as progression to the over 16s Special Olympics club.”

Sports include boccia, football, badminton, trampolining, table tennis, indoor climbing and many more. Using specialist coaches and equipment, all sports are designed to be as inclusive as possible enabling everyone to get involved. Trained staff help create a friendly and safe environment for young people to develop in their ability and enjoy the physical and mental benefits of sports.

Jennifer, who is 10 years old and has autism, recently joined the club. She said: “I’ve tried so many sports that I hadn’t before, and the exercise is really good for me. I especially like doing boccia and I’ve made a lot of new friends at the club”.

YMCA Plymouth has been offering a range of inclusive sport opportunities for young people for five years and Special Olympics Plymouth & District have been running their hugely popular adults specials club at the YMCA for over six years.

Both organisations felt the time was right to work closer together and create new

opportunities for local young people.

Andrew Robertson, YMCA Plymouth managing Director said: “Both YMCA Plymouth and Special Olympics believe in creating chances for people who might otherwise be marginalised or find it difficult to take part in traditional sport and activity.

“We know there are hundreds of young people in Plymouth who could benefit from a club like this and through the years we’ve been delivering inclusive sport, we’ve seen it’s power to transform a young person’s life.

I’d encourage anyone to come along and give it a try!”

Cameron who is eight and has Cerebral Palsy and is a keen badminton player said: “It’s my favourite thing to to do each week.

I’m trying really hard so one day I can go to the Special Olympic games.”

The YMCA Specials club is held on Wednesdays from 4.45pm – 5.45pm at YMCA Plymouth in Honicknowle Lane. For more information about the sessions, visit www. ymcaplymouth.org.uk/inclusive or call YMCA Plymouth on 01752 201918 and ask to speak to Dan or Stacey.

Law firm provides free training for Plymouth Community Homes residents Law firm Womble Bond Dickinson and Plymouth Community Homes (PCH), Plymouth’s largest social housing landlord, have partnered to deliver free training programmes for PCH residents.

Womble Bond Dickinson is supporting the Career Pathway in Administration, providing a range of courses from Excel training and CV writing days though to career planning sessions where the firm offers advice on how to fill application forms, interview techniques and benefits of apprenticeships.

Womble Bond Dickinson is also organising a three day work placement at its Plymouth office in Ballard House on West Hoe Road, giving comprehensive insight into how a law firm works and the range of different careers available.

The Career Pathway in Administration forms part of PCH’s award winning Learn for Free training programmes, aiming to deliver a wide range of free courses and qualifications for its residents.

Craig Moore, partner and head of Womble Bond Dickinson’s Plymouth office, said: “We are humbled by the fantastic support our client PCH delivers to its residents and so

when we heard about the Learn for Free training programmes, we really wanted to be part of the initiative.

“We strongly believe that successful businesses have a responsibility to support their local communities and we’re delighted to have partnered with PCH on this project. As business professionals, we have an important skill set which we want to share with our local community to help more people acquire key skills and boost employment in the region.”

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Your guide to community events in your area Crownhill Library Rhymetime Tuesdays, 2.15pm - 2.45pm Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers.

Libraries also run regular story times for under 5s.

Chatterbooks Tuesdays, 4pm - 4.45pm Chatterbooks are reading groups for children aged between 8 and 12.

Pebble Art Thursdays, 3.30pm - 5pm Join in the fun during this pebble art activity session.

Book Group Second Thursday of the month, 2.15pm - 3.15pm Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each month there will be a different book to read and discuss.

Estover Library Grandparents Session Fridays, 2pm - 3pm Join in on the weekly drop in session for grandparents and carers of the under 5s with stories for the little ones.

Craft Group Second and last Monday of the month, 10.30am 11.30am For anyone who enjoys sewing, knitting, embroidery, crochet or any other crafts. Bring along what you’re working on or drop in for a chat.

Southway Library Work Club Mondays, 9.30am - 11.30am Get help with searching for jobs, CVs, basic IT skills, interviews and more.

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.

Book Group First Tuesday of the month, 2pm - 3pm First Wednesday of the month, 4.45pm - 5.45pm Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each month there will be a different book to read and discuss.

Rhymetime Wednesdays, 10am - 10.30am Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers.

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

Memory Café Thursdays, 10am - 12pm Drop in for a reminiscence, arts and crafts, singing or to see a friendly face and have a cuppa.

Lego Club Thursdays, 4pm - 5pm The Lego is supplied, you supply the imagination and building skills.

Writers Group On the second and last Thursday of the month, 6pm - 7.30pm For anyone with an interest in writing stories or plays.

Drop in.

Family History Group Fridays, 2pm - 4pm Get help and advice on tracing your family history.

West Park Library IT for Beginners Tuesdays, 3pm - 4pm Aimed at beginners, find out what you can do online by signing up to ‘Learn My Way’. Or bring along your own device, staff will be on hand to help.

Lego Club Wednesdays, 3.30pm - 4.30pm The Lego is supplied, you supply the imagination and building skills.

Book Group Second Thursday of the month, 2pm - 3pm Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each month there will be a different book to read and discuss.

Events at Mainstone Community Centre Beginners line dance class 6.15 pm -7.15 pm Thursday

evening. Cost £4; Bingo every Wednesday night,cost £6; healthy activities hour, Monday 11 am to 12 noon.

Free to all ages, all abilities.

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Plymouth Musical Activities Club Thursdays Youth music group for nine to 18 year olds. Meet at Courtlands School Eggbuckland (term time).

Staffed by volunteers who teach guitars, keyboards, drums, singing and flutes and clarinets. We support local events and twice a year hold concerts in the Devonport Playhouse. The children are only charged £1 per week. www.plymouthmac.co.uk Dancing Duo Fortnightly Saturdays With Henry and Jeannie at Elm Community Centre in Estover (near Asda) for ballroom, Latin and sequence, old time and more. Time 7.45pm to 10.45pm free parking. Entry £6. Bring your own drinks and and snacks.

Coffee Morning and Book Stall Thursdays Crownhill Methodist Church hall from 10am to 11.30am. Join us for a cup of tea or coffee, biscuit and a chat. All welcome. For details ring Carroll on Plymouth 960746.

Plymouth Dog Training Club Meets at St Edward’s Church Hall, Eggbuckland on Wednesday evenings. For details call 01752 350788.

Plymouth Marjon Hockey Club Hockey for all ages and abilities from age 5 through to 60+ with weekly coaching and regular matches based at the University of St Mark & St John. Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-6pm age 7-11 boys and girls. Girls age 10+ and senior ladies Tuesday evening. Men’s Club training Wednesday 7.15-9pm. Boys age 10+ and senior men Thursday evening. Sunday mornings boys and girls aged 5 to 14 years. For details visit www.pmhc.co.uk Parents, Babies and Toddler Group Tuesdays and Fridays Come and join us, meet new friends during term time at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall, 10am-11.30am.

Booking recommended as places are limited. Call Anne 07791332503.

Plymouth Striders Running Club Twice weekly Meet at Widewell School, Lulworth Drive, Widewell (behind The George at Roborough). Mondays and Thursdays 6.30pm. Over 16 years and all abilities welcome. For info contact widewellstriders@yahoo. com or check out our website www.widewellstriders. co.uk 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.

Coffee Afternoon Thursdays Mainstone Community Centre hold a weekly coffee afternoon every Thursday at 2pm Lets Work It Out! Mondays Weekly drop-in at the Efford Youth and Community Centre (Blandford Road PL3 6HU). Friendly help and support for all ages and abilities in a relaxed environment Mondays 2-5pm. Basic computer skills, job searching and CV/application writing, voluntary/ work placements and training courses, benefits advice and free tea and coffee! Starting March 14.

To find out more call Becky on 07933916513 or email letsworkitout@mail.com Bumps & Babes Group Fridays Make new friends with other parents and parents-tobe. A weekly group welcoming all parents, parentsto-be and carers held in Crownhill. Organised by NCT Plymouth and West Devon branch. Refreshments, chat and toys. £1 donation to the NCT Charity. More information Sally Hall 07702 738757 The Filling Station, Yelverton Every fourth Friday Top up spiritually: we are not a church but an informal way of expressing the Christian faith at monthly meetings. Everybody is welcome. Meet

Get in shape for the big race Thousands of people have signed up for Britain’s Ocean City Half Marathon on Sunday May 20.

Ahead of the event Plymouth Marjon University will be running (pun intended) a preparation workshop for the event. The workshop is particularly aimed at inexperienced runners, but the content will also be relevant and useful for experienced runners.

The workshop aims to help participants to finish the half marathon, perform well, and enjoy the experience. The workshop will be delivered by sport science and psychology experts, using the latest research, and it will cover: • Mental preparation, including setting goals and managing nerves

at Yelverton Golf Club Golf Links Rd, Yelverton at 7.30pm. For details visit www.thefillingstation.org.uk or contact Les and Di Wood 01822 854877.

Singing 4 Fun Thursdays We welcome new members. St Pauls Church, Torridge Way, Efford from 2pm to 3.30pm. For details call Janette 07854 850830.

Moors Edge U3A Second Thursday of the month New members welcome. Meets at the Woolwell Centre PL6 7TR. Guest speakers and a variety of social events. Growing number of interest groups including bridge for beginners, wine tasting, weekenders, jazz, Spanish, art appreciation and still more to start.

Socially, we will be enjoying ‘High Tea’ at Yelverton Golf Club and our date for Xmas Lunch has been set for December 15. Details of our Groups etc can be found on the Moors Edge website, Facebook and reminders are now put on Streetlife.

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Nutrition before and during the half marathon • Hydration before and during the half marathon • Pacing strategies The preparation workshop is on Friday May 11 from 7pm to 8.30pm and is repeated on Saturday May 12 11.30am to 1pm, in the Plymouth Marjon University Sport and Health Centre.

The workshop is free, and there is free parking available on campus.

To register visit www.eventbrite.co.uk and enter Half Marathon in the search box.

To register for the Britain’s Ocean City Half Marathon, go to www.runplymouth.co.uk Wednesday: Garden Time - come and play outside 11am to 12 noon; Thursday: Midwife clinic appointments only 9.30am 4pm; Latch-On group 10am to 11am; Step by Step for children with additional needs 1pm to 2.15pm; Friday: Community cafe 9.30am to 11am.

For more information call 01752 875933 Regular Events at William Sutton Village Hall, Crownhill Mondays: New Age Kurling for over 50s 12.30pm to 2pm; ACT Community Theatre group 7pm to 9pm; Tuesdays: Knit & Natter 1.30pm to 3.30pm; Wednesdays: Lace making 7pm to 9pm (except summer holidays); Fridays: Yoga 10am to 12pm (except school holidays); Saturdays: Bingo 2pm to 4pm; Katie Su School of Dance Mondays 10am to 11am and 4pm to 6.30pm; Wednesdays 4pm to 6.30pm and Saturdays 9am to 1pm. Every second Sunday 11am to 1pm Plymouth O Gauge model railway group.details.

Bingo Night Wednesdays Mainstone Community Centre with eyes down at 7.30pm. Eight page book plus one flyer costs only £6.

Raffle every week and tea or coffee, or if you prefer something stronger there is a bar.

Aden Veterans Calling all Aden Veterans. Did you know that the Aden Veterans Plymouth Branch meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at the RAOB Club in North Hill at 7.30pm. Why not go along and meet like-minded people.

Whitleigh: Tea, Toast and Timebanking Wednesdays 10-12.

Four Greens Community Trust Hub, 15 The Green, Whitleigh. Share a cuppa and a chat with local people. Everyone welcome. 01752 395131

Adult Children of Alcoholics Meetings Tuesdays 6pm – 7.15pm. St Barnabas Church, The Lounge (enter by separate entrance to left of surgery), St Barnabas Terrace, Pennycomequick, Plymouth PL1 5NN. Visit the website at www.adultchildrenofalcoholics.co.uk.

National Phone 01590 610 936.

Whitleigh: Mini Allotment Group.

Alternate Wednesdays 12-1pm. Four Greens Community Trust Hub, 15 The Green, Whitleigh. Come and potter in our little garden. No experience necessary. 01752 395131 Barnardo’s Children’s Centre, Whitleigh Monday: Parenting Groups. Call 875933 for more information; Garden Time - come and play outside 11.30am to 12.30pm Tuesday: Sensational Babies - sensory experience for pre-walkers 9.30am to 10.45am; Bump Buddies - for pregnant ladies and partners 1pm to 2.30pm. Booking essential.

Badminton Club Fridays Non league club meets on Friday evenings at Whiteford Road, Plymouth to play casual badminton.

All adults welcome including over fifties. For further details contact rcbeasley@btinternet.com Book Stall, Social Call Second Saturday of month Join in the games and fun at Plymouth Unitarian

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Church, Notte Street. Books, tea, coffee and cake for sale. 2pm to 4pm. Proceeds to support the local Samaritans and the Smile train, an overseasd medical charity, repairing hair lips and cleft palates.

Breathe Easy Plymouth First Tuesday of the month Breathe Easy Plymouth, a local support group for anyone with a lung condition, their carers or anyone interested in supporting the group, meets regularly at Tothill Community Centre at 1.30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month. Entry is free and there is tea and coffee with biscuits, then usually a speaker. All are welcome. For more details phone Anne on 01752 402310 or Christine on 01752 220919

Squid’s in at the Royal William Yard

Buddhist meditation classes Weekday lunchtime meditations 12.15pm - 12.45pm, Wednesday evenings - Introduction to meditation class - 7.30pm - 8.30pm, Thursday evenings - 7.30pm - 9.30pm Meditation - The Art Of Positive Thinking, Sunday mornings 11.30am - 12.30pm Find Inner Peace, Sunday mornings - Children’s classes - 10.30am 11.15am. Held at Ashoka Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 33 Sutherland Road, Plymouth. Tel 01752 224137 www.meditationinplymouth.org Clog dancing Thursdays A fun way to exercise! The Plymouth Maids clog dancers are a small, friendly group of women who welcome new members. From the beginning of October to the end of April we practice at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall, opposite the Life Centre, on Thursdays 8 - 9.45pm. During the summer we dance out on Thursday evenings at various pubs and other venues in and around Plymouth. We also dance at occasional folk festivals and days of dance. No previous dance experience is needed, just a sense of rhythm. Come along and give it a try. For details contact Shirley on 01752 407676.

Club Focus Camera Club Mondays Meets at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth. Meets every Monday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Contact Membership Secretary 01752 231139 Website www.clubfocusplymouth.co.uk Community Dance Classes Exim have weekly Toddle Together dance classes on Mondays at Plymouth School of Creative Arts on Mondays from 9am to 9.45am. Parent/carer toddler sessions open to all ages crawling to four years. £3.50. Children’s contemporary dance (6-10 years) Thursdays in term time at Plymouth School of Creative Arts 4.30pm to 5.30pm. £4.50 per class. Adult just for fun contemporary dance at the same venue 6pm to 7pm Thursdays. £4.50 per class. Also Spaceshot dance classes every Wednesday at St Aidan’s Church, Ernesettle every Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm. A mixture of street dance, fitness and contemporary.

Free. Details e-mail Kerrie at kerrie@eximdance.org.uk Costa Healing Rooms Meet at Costa, New George Street, c/o Old Town Street every Wednesday 2.30pm - 4.30pm Dartmoor Gliding Friendly Flying on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting. Call 07873 483001 for details or Google Dartmoor Flying.

Dartmoor Rambling Club Enjoy the countryside by walking and talking with our club. Membership is only £5 per year. You are welcome to try one or two walks before you join.

As well as Dartmoor, we walk the countryside and coast. Wednesday walks are usually 8 to 10 miles and by public transport. Walks include; Dousland to Princetown, Horrabridge and Peek Hill, River Plym, Burrator, Tavistock Canal, South Brent area, Shaugh Prior and Dewerstone, Spurrels Cross, also off moor!

Yealmpton to Ivybridge, Anthony, Torpoint, Bere Ferrers to Ernesettle, Saltash onwards. For more information call Russell on 01752 266608.

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

Families Need Fathers (FNF) Second Wednesday of every month Monthly support meeting 7.30pm to 10pm at the RAOB Club, 41 North Hill, Plymouth, PL4 8EZ. If you are separating or divorcing and are worried about not seeing your children, please come to our monthly meeting for support, information and advice. Talk to people in a similar situation or who have been through similar experiences and understand the family court process. FNF is a registered charity founded in 1974 that helps thousands of parents

Dive into fun at Royal William Yard from May 6, where a new family-friendly attraction will be waiting to meet visitors. Emerging from the harbour to take pride of place on the lawn, the Giant Squid will be there to stay for the summer.

This vivid-red, epic sea creature is a striking, acoustic installation, by an award-winning European art collective.

Truly interactive, families can speak into the tentacles and eyes of the sea creature, which carries the sound into the centre of the structure.

Crossing the ocean from its original birthplace of the Azores in Portugal, the Giant Squid was originally inspired by mythical landscapes and magical tales like Moby Dick and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. These tales influenced artistic collective, Moradavaga, who designed the sea creature, to serve as both a piece of public art and a communicative tool for children and families.

Hailey Cattle, marketing manager for Royal William Yard, said, “We are delighted to welcome the Giant Squid to Royal William Yard, it is going to be an incredible spectacle and great family fun. We wanted to bring the lawn – a public space – alive for families through the day and create an incredible sight at night.

“With the help of renowned international

every year. We believe that each parent has a unique contribution to make to their children’s development and that children have a right to enjoy a loving relationship with both parents after separation.

Meetings are open to mothers and fathers and to family members and friends who would like to attend with or on behalf of a parent. For more information, please call Andrew Bull (general secretary) on 01752 793 325, e-mail us at info@plymouth.fnf.org.uk, or visit our website at plymouth.fnf.org.uk Harbour Centre Recovery Café Fridays Female-focused social group for those in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Tea, coffee, regular activities promoting independence, empowerment and positive social/support networks in recovery. Child-friendly.

11am-2pm at Unit 2, 1st Floor, Hyde Park House, Mutley Plain. For more information and support to attend please contact Lynn McKenzie (Harbour Drug and Alcohol Services) on 01752 434299 or email lynn. mckenzie1@nhs.net Healing Rooms Meet at Shekinah Traning Centre, 24 Stonehouse Street, Plymouth on Mondays at 7.30 - 9pm (Not bank holidays) National Trust Plymouth Centre (NTPC) The group helps members to make even more of their NT membership and meet like minded people. During the winter months there are talks as listed: April on Mrs Ronnie, the Royal Matchmaker by Janet Crawford.

In addition there is usually coach events each month from April to September. Membership is only £4 or £6 for couples. For more information and application form call Russell on 01752 266608 Kreative Kidz Tuesdays Crafts, Science and cookery- age 6 months - preschool

artists, we are creating something unique in Plymouth and bringing a beautiful space alive in a creative and exciting way, which is very much the spirit of all that we do at the Yard.”

The fun doesn’t stop with the Giant Squid this summer; to further capture the imagination of visitors, families can hunt for the squid’s six friends by following a trail around the Yard. Playing with the Giant Squid and taking part in the trail are both free activities.

Designed by illustrator Jack Viant; graduate from Plymouth College of Art, explorers receive a map and passport to find the Giant Squid’s six friends. Once located, adventurers must make a note of the letter each creature is holding and use it to spell out a six-letter word. On completion of the trail, armed with the secret six letter word, participants can then make their way to any of the cafés or restaurants to claim their prize.

To help spread the word of the arrival of the Giant Squid, visitors can also capture their Squid selfies, sharing them on Facebook and Instagram, using the hashtag #squidfie, while also getting involved in naming the Giant Squid by visiting www. royalwilliamyard.com/giantsquid to submit suggestions.

Find out about further news and upcoming events at Royal William Yard by visiting www.royalwilliamyard.com 12.30pm to 2pm. £5 or £4 if booked in four week blocks. To book email: info:wkuk.org Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Krafty Kidz Tuesdays Childrens activity workshops from ages 5 to 16. Cooker, crafts and STEM activities. £5 per session includes materials. 5.30pm to 7pm.To book email: info@wkuk. org. Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Wk’d Wednesdays Adults activity workshops - activities range from crafts, cooking, woodworking, furniture up cycling, sewing. £10 per session includes materials. Accompanied children welcome. To book email: info@wkuk.org. Every Wednesday 6pm to 8pm Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Mayflower Offshore Rowing Club Various dates We meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 5.30pm and Sunday mornings at 9.30am at Richmond Walk Devonport. We row out to sea, in The Sound and up the Tamar & Plym rivers. Ages from 14 and all abilities welcome. We run learn to row sessions. Contact secretarymorc@hotmail.co.uk or Jeff Keast 07865 228800.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Phobias Support Group Meets on Mondays at the Estover Elm Centre at 6.30pm. For details contact Daniel on 07500 837703 Pensioners & Fifty Plus Action Group If you are more than fifty years old and live in the Plymouth area we invite you to come to our regular meetings and meet some new friends. On the second

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Friday of each month we have free meetings and invite MPs, local councillors, local businesses, anyone able to speak on issues that affect older people, to come and talk to us. These meetings are held in the Wolseley Trust Community Building (next to Sheila’s Café in Wolseley Road), behind the Co-op just down from Milehouse traffic lights going towards St Budeaux. These meetings start 10.30am and end at 1pm, many buses stop outside the Co-op and if you come by car parking is usually available. We also have regular social meetings and would like to advise everyone that these will now be held at the Oak Villa Sports & Social Club in Ferndale Road, Plymouth (PL2 2EL) just down the road from Weston Mill Cemetery.

The No 13 Target Travel bus stops quite near it, and there is a large car park virtually next door to the hall.

These meetings are from 2pm to 4pm and we supply a very good buffet and as with all of our meetings we do have a raffle. Members of our group have free access but non-members will be asked to pay £2.

Anyone intending to come regularly to these meetings would find it more economical to pay the £12 single £20 double annual membership fee, and would also be eligible to take advantage of our subsidised taxi scheme (£2 each way). Members are also able to enjoy our regular meetings when we have short mat bowls, darts and other activities, and come to the two meals out every year. So anyone looking for good company and interesting meetings and would like more information please contact the Secretary Mrs Margaret Williams 01752 350498 or email tomag42@ hotmail.co.uk Performance Training (5-25s) Barbican Theatre’s dance and theatre workshops enable young people to build their confidence and learn new skills and techniques alongside professionals. Visit www.barbicantheatre.co.uk or call 01752 267131.

Play-writing,Performing, & Creative Writing The Playwriters Organisation meets on Monday nights (6-8pm) for Creative Writing & Acting, Wednesday nights(6-8pm) for Acting & Theatre Production, Friday (10.15am-12.30pm) for Play-writing & Creative Writing.

All sessions are at the Playwriters mini-theatre above The Noah’s Ark, Courtney St (behind WHSmith).

Contact on 01752786777 for more details or go to www.playwriters.org.

Plymouth Petangue Plymouth Petanque club is a friendly club and it is a great way to be active for people of any age and ability. We meet for social games every Sunday and Wednesday afternoons throughout the year.

Average attendance is about 25 -30 players. These sessions are suitable for new players as we play to basic rules with the emphasis on fun, and we always stop halfway through for tea and biscuits (or cake for celebrations!) and a chat. We play at Brickfields Sports Centre and further information can be found on our newly updated website. www. plymouthpetanque.org.uk Plymouth Handball Club Thursdays Between 6pm and 7pm at Plymouth Life Centre.

Come and play an Olympic sport. A fun/recreational session for adults 18+. All levels and abilities welcome. Session is £2 (1st session free) Contact Lee 07414677003, Facebook Plymouth Handball Club, email plymouthhandballclub@hotmail.com Plymouth Musical Activities Club Thursdays A music group for young people aged 9-18 supported by volunteer staff members. At Pmac we teach flute, clarinet, drums, keyboards, singing and guitar. Meet every Thursday at Courtlands School in Eggbuckland from 7.15pm to 9.15pm. The charge is just £1 a week and people of all abilities are welcome. The group plays at lots of different venues and events throughout the year such as Devonport Playhouse, Lord Mayor’s day, Eden Project and many more. If you are interested in joining please call our treasurer Angela fuller on 01752 773482 or check out the Pmac website www. plymouthmac.co.uk Plymouth Numismatic Society Third Tuesday each month 7:30pm Coin collection and study can be an absorbing and rewarding pastime. New members are welcomed to informal meetings to share interest and knowledge of coins, providing the opportunity to give talks and presentations on any aspect of numismatics. This can range from studies of coins in historical, cultural or artistic context, to acquisitions, valuations and investment. Or members can just listen, learn and enjoy the company. Contact Bryan on 01752 480394 for more details and current location of meetings.

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

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by Lymphoma (Hodgkins or Non Hodgkins Disease), whether patient (past or present), carer, family member or friend, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Derriford Health and Wellbeing Centre from 3pm to 4.30 pm. For more information, please call Pam on 01752 785094 or Scott on 01752 661035 Plymouth Play Association For hire of resources for play, recycling scrapstore and arts and crafts. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday 10am-2pm, Thursday 10am-7pm.

Details 01752 256633.

Plymouth Shakespeare Society Meets twice a month from September to May at the Burgess Hall (behind the Unitarian Church) Notte Street, Plymouth from 2.30 - 4.30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Further details call 257764.

Plymouth Skywatch Meet at St Budeaux Parish Church Hall every third Friday of the month at 7.30pm. The meeting usually consists of highlights of the night sky for the following month followed by a talk on an astronomy-related subject.

There is a break in between with tea and coffee available.

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

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

Plymouth Magic Circle Every second Thursday We are a small friendly Magic Club who meets every second Thursday at The Walrus, Athenaeum Street, Plymouth from 7pm to 9pm. All budding magicians are welcome to join us. For details call Ian Marley on 07979 655018.

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

Plymouth Children’s Theatre Workshop Saturdays A theatre company for children and young people aged 6 to 18. Try your hand at performing, set design and construction, costumes and props, stage make up and much more. St Bartholomew’s Church Saturdays 1 till 4. Tots 3 - 5 years 12 till 1. www.plymouthchildrenstheatreworkshop.co.uk or 07760467857 or see our Facebook page Plymouth Philatelic Society First Wednesday of every month St. Edwards Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell from 7pm to 9pm. For details contact David on 01752 402981.

Plymouth Radio Club Second Tuesday of every month.

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

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

Plymouth West Country Embroiderers Various dates Started in 1972. A friendly group of enthusiastic needleworkers who enjoy sharing their knowledge and expertise with others. Trainees (age 8-15) meet first Saturday each month from 11am to 3pm. Adults meet on second Thursday and fourth Saturday each month

Rockfest raises record amount Rock not only raised the roof but an amazing amount for St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth at the annual live music extravaganza Rockfest over the Easter weekend.

to his heart. It was following the death of his beloved mum Dot, in May 2008, that he decided to donate all the money raised each year to St Luke’s.

During the last few months of her life, Dot received care from St Luke’s and spent her last few days at the specialist unit at Turnchapel. Seeing first hand the dedication and compassion of the team there meant St Luke’s gained a special place in Cuz’s heart, which has spurred him on to raise an incredible £90,000 through Rockfest for the charity.

Cuz said: “I’m blown away at how generously everyone has supported Rockfest, from the bands and the venue to the businesses who donated raffle prizes

and everyone who came to the event. A huge thank you to everybody who has gone the extra mile, including my wife Lyn and close friends.”

“It’s absolutely fantastic to have raised this record amount for St Luke’s in our tenth year, bringing our total to £90,000.”

Receiving the cheque from Cuz, St Luke’s community and events fundraising manager Nina Wearne said: “Cuz works tirelessly to make Rockfest the big success it is.

“We’re so grateful as the money raised makes a real difference, helping us to continue providing specialist end of life care across the community, at home, in hospital and at our specialist unit.”

from 10.30am. We welcome experts and beginners of all ages. Contact Mary 01752 200047 for details.

Plymouth & District Egyptology Society First Saturday of the month We are a society of some 50 members whose passion is all things related to Ancient Egypt. Between the months of September of one year to May of the next, we meet on the first Saturday of each of those months, including Day Schools, and long weekend visits to UK and European cities to view Museum Egyptology Exhibitions, enjoying the local sights etc. The Society meets at the The Quaker House on Mutley Plain. Timings 2 pm until 4.30 pm for a normal lecture. Contact Details: janis. naylor@aol.co.uk

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

The two-day event saw 20 bands, including Rusty Angels, Funky Munks and Phoenix, play for no fee at Plymouth’s Crash Manor, attracting a big crowd and resulting in £12,635 raised to help St Luke’s continue caring for patients at the end of life – a record amount for Rockfest in the ten years it has been supporting the charity.

Cuz Cussen from Mutley is the force behind Rockfest, which he started 17 years ago, fundraising for various charities close

Plymouth Woodturners Third Friday of the month Meet at Pilgrim Church, St Levan Road at 7.30pm. Also demonstrate and sell at Otter Nurseries, Brixton, the first weekend of every month. New members always welcome, just turn up on the night.

Plymouth U3A Second Monday of the month If you are retired, looking for new interests and to make new friends, then come along to the next monthly meeting of the Plymouth U3a and listen to our speaker. We meet at The Holiday Inn from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Coffee available on arrival and an option to stay for a reasonably priced two course lunch in the restaurant. U3A (University of the 3rd Age) is organised and run by volunteers, there are over 60 groups to find out about and maybe join, creating opportunities for continuation of learning. A non member can attend as a visitor, further information can be obtained via the welcome and promotions desk on the day, or in advance by telephoning 01752 563551, joining on the day is also an option. We look forward to meeting you.

Moors Edge U3A Second Thursday of the month New members welcome. Meets at the Woolwell Centre PL6 7TR. Guest speakers and a variety of social events.

Growing number of interest groups including bridge for beginners, wine tasting, weekenders, jazz, Spanish, art appreciation and still more to start. Details of groups etc can be found on the Moors Edge website, Facebook and reminders are now put on Streetlife.

Plymouth Fishkeepers Society First and Second Wednesday of the Month. 8pm at the Hyde Park Social Club. If you are interested in the hobby of keeping tropical fish and want to learn more, then why not come along to one of our meetings.

Interests among members are diverse, and there is without doubt someone in the society who can answer questions covering most aspects of the hobby. The society caters for newcomers to people who have been in the hobby for a long time. Just bought your first fish tank? Then Plymouth Fishkeepers Society is the place for you.

Pray Plymouth Every Wednesday morning Organised by Churches Together in Plymouth from 7am to 8am at Open Doors Language School, 14-15, Woodland Terrace Lane, Greenbank, Plymouth.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Plym Ramblers First and third Sunday in the month A well established walking organisation offering regular walks by experienced leaders all within 20 miles of Plymouth. The group meets every first and third Sunday in the month and also hold interesting social events. For details contact the secretary on 344048 or the chairman on 405132. Plym Ramblers have now published their walking book “On the beaten track 4” the fourth book in a popular series of local walks.

Plymouth Inter Varsity Club We are looking for lively, interesting people who want variety in their social lives and would like to mix with others in a friendly, local social group run by its members, for its members. We enjoy a wide range of activities eg meals out, cycling, themed party nights, walking, canoeing, theatre, reading group and weekends away. Want to know more? You can go to our website www.plymouthivc.org , look at what we do and complete an enquiry or contact us direct on 07542 125575.

Boys Brigade Various dates For more information visit www.plymouth.boysbrigade.org.uk. 1st Plymouth - Salisbury Road Baptist Church (Fridays); 2nd Plymouth - Ridgeway Methodist Church (Mondays); 4th Plymouth - St Jude’s Church Halls (Wednesdays); 5th Plymouth - Mount Gould

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Methodist Church (Fridays); 7th Plymouth - Pennycross Methodist Church (Fridays); 8th Plymouth - Ford Baptist Church (Wednesdays). New members welcome.

Age groups: Anchor Boys (5 to 7); Juniors (8-11) and Company Section (12-18). The Boys Brigade can help your church in its mission to children and young people. Contact the development team at plymouth. battalion@tiscali.co.uk or call 01579 346218.

5th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association We meet at Mount Gould Methodist Church, term time, and are looking to recruit both boys and girls aged 5-8yrs (6pm-7pm), 8-11yrs (6.30-8pm) and 1118yrs (6.30-9pm). Our programme is very varied and includes craftwork, cookery, games, computer work, interactive challenges, sports competitions, sponsored fundraising and much more plus the year ending event - summer camp (8yrs+). Many of the skills learnt here can help prepare them for adult life. Interested - then come along to the church on Friday or contact Hugh Porter, 01752 667513, or email porterbb@ blueyonder.co.uk 7th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls’ Association Fridays We meet at Pennycross Methodist Church in term time, Anchors (5-8 years) between 6.15pm and 7.15pm; Juniors (8-11 years) from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and Seniors (12-18 years) between 7pm and 9.45pm. There is a full programme of activities including crafts, games, drama, music, cookery, interactive challenges, national sport competitions and much more. The year culminates in a week-long summer camp. Our programme enables youngsters to learn many various skills and prepares them for adult life. Simply go along on Fridays to find out more or visit 7plymouth. boys-brigade.org.uk Plymouth Pisces Swimming Club for all Disabilities Sundays 11.15am to 1.15pm at Plymouth Life Centre.

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

Under 5s free. Annual membership £5.

Plymouth Writers Circle Tuesdays Do you have a problem with plotting or characterisation. The Plymouth Writers Circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10am to 12 noon at the Plymstock Community Centre (except in the summer holidays).

Plymouth Clarion Choir (Male Voice) Tuesdays Rehearsals between 7.30pm and 9.30pm at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall with break in between for refreshments. Nice friendly atmosphere and a variety of music sung. Why not come along and see what it is all about. Musical director Catherine Davies, accompanist Olga Drougaleva. For details call Darell Jago on 01752 266434.

Plymouth School of Aikido Non-profit well-respected community based Martial Arts club founded over 35 years ago. Classes at Woodview Learning Campus (off Lancaster Gardens, Whitleigh) on Mondays and Coombe Dean School, Elburton, Plymstock on Fridays. Times: 7- 8pm Juniors, 7-9pm Adults. Aikido is a Japanese Martial Art suitable for both Men and Women learning and working together. Enjoyable, interesting, useful, physical, family-friendly activity with Child Safeguarded/DBS Nationally qualified Instructors leading to recognised gradings appropriate for students of all ages 7yrs to 70yrs. Fees with concessions; excellent value. Quality equipment including clothing available for purchase at non-profit prices. Checkout www.plymouthaikido. co.uk or Facebook Page. Contact Tre or David Worsley 403325, or Phil Smith 219355 for more information.

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

Port of Plymouth Canoe Association Mondays , Thursdays and Saturdays May until September. Offering various introductory, taster and child ( 8-11 ) sessions throughout the spring and summer. For more information please contact Tracy Jones 01752 510653 email intro@ppca-club.org. uk or visit www.ppca-canoe-club.org.uk RAF Association (Plymouth Branch) On April 1 2018 the Royal Air Force, will be 100 years old, (1918/2018), having been formed by the

Running for Routeways

Routeways Centre is a Plymouth Charity supporting children, young people and their families to overcome disadvantage.

First established in 1997 the charity continues to support families in Plymouth to overcome disadvantage. They provide services from the Beckly Centre in Plymstock and Devonport Park Activity Centre.

Routeways offer inclusive, challenging activities: horticulture, outdoor education (moor/gorge walking, rock-scrambling), cooking, crafts, creative play etc to promote physical and mental well-being.

The organisation relies heavily on donations, grants and gifts to keep its services running and an amazing team of volunteers have set themselves a personal challenge… they are training hard to get ready for Britain’s Ocean City Half Marathon on May 20.

They are running to raise funds to help Routeways support more families and to widen the range of activities they offer, at the Devonport Park Activity Centre. Although based in Devonport the charity supports families from all over Plymouth.

The dedicated team running the half marathon are: Dave Williams sons regularly attend activities at the Devonport Park Activity Centre. Dave said “I’m running the half marathon in Plymouth in May to raise funds for Routeways. This organisation helps support disabled children and their families. This includes weekly clubs and much needed adventure days out during the holidays to give families a break…This is not going to be easy for me as I have only just started training and have been sat on my bum for years” Jade Wall is also running the half-marathon, although she struggles with her training regime we know her determination and drive will get her amalgamation of the Royal Naval Air Service and the Royal Flying Corps. Special events to commemorate the 100th Anniversary, will be held throughout the UK. The Plymouth Branch of RAFA will be involved especially during the period between September 9 and 16. Watch this space! Dates of Branch Meetings during 2018 will be on Wednesday March 28, April 25, May 23, June 27, July 25, Aug 22, Sep 26, Oct 24 and finally Nov 28. Meetings will start at 10.30am followed by coffee break at 11am all held at Raffles Club Ermington Terrace, Mutley, Plymouth. The Branch AGM will be on March 7 at 12 noon followed by lunch at Raffles Club. We look forward to meeting members old and new. Please make the effort to join us during 2018.

RASC/RCT/RLC Association (Plymouth Branch) This is to advise members that the Branch meetings will now be held on a Tuesday evening at 8pm, in order that we may be able to meet up with the Army Reservists, after their drill session. The Branch Meeting will be held as usual at the Army Reserve Centre, Brest Road, Derriford, Plymouth and the dates for 2018 are: May 8, July 10, Sept 11 and Nov 13. The Annual General Meeting will be on Tuesday, January 8 2019 at 8pm. Please attend as many meetings as you can, the committee needs your support, if you wish to keep the branch alive.

Road to Recovery Group of Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting every Friday at St Matthias Church Hall, North Hill. Doors open 6.30pm. Meeting 7pm9pm. If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you are welcome to attend. Family, friends, health professionals etc also welcome. Contact: Matt 07766 006 153 or Jo 07918 141715. AA Helpline: 0800 9177 650.

Snack ‘N’ Chat Tuesdays Friendship group for the bereaved and those who live

through every one of those thirteen miles! Jade’s Just Giving page states “dragging myself around the half marathon route for Routeways Centre because the work they do deserves support!”

Ten-year-old Amélie is running Plymouth Half Marathon School Challenge to raise money for the Centre, so she can support her autistic brother Paul. Amélie’s mum said “Amélie’s brother Paul has benefited from this project for 10 years now and has blossomed into a more confident young man thanks to the care, help and patience of the amazing team.

Amélie and her family would like to give something back to the charity as their support throughout our autistic journey is invaluable.”

Liz Perry has pledged to get around those 13 miles, knowing every penny raised will make a difference to children with physical and mental health difficulties. “I am forcing myself to run (or more likely jog/walk!) the Plymouth half marathon on 20 May in order to support a fantastic local charity. Anything you can spare to help this cause would be very much appreciated.”

Their efforts can be supported on their Just Giving pages at www.justgiving.com/campaigns/charity/ routeways-centre/rooted-lucky-13 Jessica Holliland has set herself an even bigger challenge… to run 1000 miles in 2018, equivalent to nearly two half marathons every week! Jesse has set up a crowd funder page to raise funds for a new sensory room and kitchen www.justgiving.com/ crowdfunding/rootedproject “If I can get £1 a mile that would enable the team to do LOADS. So please do search around for a spare golden nugget and give me a reason to keep running!” alone. From 10.30am to 12.30pm in the Coffee Corner in the Minster Church of St Andrew in the city centre.

A community project run by two trained Counsellors and two trained listeners. Come and enjoy coffee, tea and home made cake and talk through how things are for you. Only 50p per session.

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

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

We also have a thriving Youth Band for younger players which is supported by Plymouth Youth Music Service. Both groups practice at The Soundhouse, Torbridge High School, Estover on Thursday evenings (Juniors 6p.m. to 7.30p.m. and Seniors 7.30-9.45p.m) Come along any evening, visit our website www. soundhousebrass.co.uk or ring Alan 01752844108 (Senior Band) or Garry 0744618977 (Youth Band) for further details.

South West Chamber Choir Wednesdays Marjon Chapel 7.30 to 9.30 pm. We are a friendly auditioned choir of 25 to 30 singers specialising in unaccompanied singing, with a programme of madrigals, partsongs and sacred works. We give four concerts annually as well as a weekend of sung services at a cathedral each July. A reasonable standard of sight-reading is needed to join. We welcome enquiries. www.swcchoir.org.uk

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Shotokan Karate Club Shotokan Karate club in Devonport High school for Girls on Monday and Friday evenings for all ages and grades starting at 6pm. This is an authentic Japanese art, taught in the same disciplined manner instilling personal responsibility for actions, promoting confidence and self esteem.

Karate taught in this environment is deemed to be beneficial for all ages and genders. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained.

Contact club secretary Steve on 07518471142 or Colin on 07968061887. Shotokan Karate Club in Eggbuckland Community college Drama studio on Wednesday evenings from 7.00 to 8.30 for all ages and grades. . An authentic Japanese art, all Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained. Contact Georgina on 07807184279. Children’s Shotokan Karate Class in St Budeaux parish church hall, specifically for ages 7 to 12 years old, parents can train alongside their children in a relaxed and friendly environment. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained.

Saturday mornings 10am to 11am Contact Georgina on 07807 184279 Special Olympics Plymouth and District The Special Olympics Plymouth and District at YMCA Kitto centre on Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 8pm £15 membership £2 each week.

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

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

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

We meet up once a month and take a trip out somewhere away from the clinical environment. We might also be able to help with transport if necessary.

Please contact: Geoff Read on (01752) 563 800 or email him on: geoffnread@gmail.com Watercolour Art Sessions for Adults Thursdays Beginner and experienced artists welcome.

Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Thursdays 10am to 12 noon. The Burrator Inn, Dousland, nr Yelverton Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon. Easy car parking at both venues. For more information call Janet on 07742 983311 Yankee Yoga Various days All abilities yoga classes set to sweet tunes.

Tuesdays 5pm @ The Art of Dance (Mutley Plain) 8pm @ Coombe Dean School; Plymstock/Elburton; Wednesdays 6pm @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill); Fridays 7.30pm Special Class - Yoga for Athletes @ Taurus Gym (Mutley Plain); Saturdays 10am Special Class: Yoga Sculpt @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill). Contact Emily on 07478 257080

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Make it a Med!

We may not always have the hot and sunny weather, but Mediterranean plants and gardens have always been popular and are gaining in popularity too.

They evoke memories of sun kissed holidays and if done correctly are surprisingly low maintenance. It is easy to see why people want to capture the magic of past holidays in their own gardens, coming home from work on a warm sunny day and stepping out into a Mediterranean garden with a glass of wine is the perfect escape from a stressful day.

Many of the plants in our gardens originate from warmer countries. With a changing climate, too, it’s now a lot easier to re-create an elegant, sunny courtyard or bring a touch of the Med into your garden with numerous varieties of droughttolerant plants and the right range of paving, gravel, pots, hanging wall pots and ornaments.

Scent is very important in Mediterranean gardens. They tend to be filled with strongly

fragranced plants such as Lavender, Rosemary, Choisya, Rose and Jasmine.

Tall, upright, pencil Italian cypress trees, that are seen all over the Mediterranean are typical of this style of garden have a distinctive wood sage scent. Using plants with silver foliage is also typical of Mediterranean-style planting. These include Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’, Helichrysum italicum, Convolvulus Cneorum and the soft, feathery Stachys byzantina. These are often repeat planted in great drifts.

Cotton lavender (Santolina) or French lavender (Lavandula stoechas) are also used en masse and, once they’ve flowered, they are shaped into neat mounds. This way of planting provides architectural interest after flowering has occurred and is used to great effect. Plants with punchy, vibrant colours or contrasting leaf shapes tend to be interspersed between them for dramatic effect, plants such as Alliums, Agapanthus, and Red Hot Pokers (Kniphofia).

A pergola, arch or covered area is often found Mediterranean-style garden. Try to stick with in the Mediterranean garden. It provides shade terracotta and large Grecian-style urns to create on hot days and is the perfect canopy under the right look. You could also add in some glazed which to enjoy eating alfresco in warm weather. pots - such as those with blue glaze a common There’s an array of plants that will grow well over colour frequently used in the Med. a pergola, including many vines and, for a really Large empty terracotta pots or olive jars in exotic look, you could try a grape vine (Vitis). gardens are great as a feature or focal point in There a some great hardy grapes that can be among planting or on their own on a terrace. grown in this country that will not only produce Choosing what to plant in your pots can be a edible fruit, but is also a great ornamental plant, minefield, but I would not over complicate things especially in autumn when the leaves change and keeping the amount of varieties in the pots colour before they drop. A great evergreen to a minimum, either a single variety or a climber, the evergreen Jasmine, large specimen under planted with Photo: Fotolia Trachelospermum Jasminoides, something else. is grown for its white, star A potful of Pelargoniums or shaped flowers that are Argyranthemums always looks produced throughout the distinctly Mediterranean. summer in abundance and Keep the planting simple, as are highly scented. It is now you may need to bring some easily available as large of your plants indoors during climbing plants in the UK cooler months. Plants such as and it can also be trained to citrus, Bougainvillea and Bird grow horizontally along a wall to of Paradise (Strelitzia) all need great effect. winter protection, so it makes more Gravel is the natural choice for a sense to use a single specimen when Mediterranean garden, as it reflects the heat doing your larger pots. Hardier plants that and light, adding to the ambience. Gravel gardens can be left out in their pots and fleeced in winter do best in full sun, in an open site. You can use include Bays, Callas (Zantedeschia), Euryops, a landscape membrane over the soil before Agave, Yucca, Cordyline and Echeverias. These are planting, which will help to suppress the weeds all architectural plants that have a uniquely exotic growing in-between plants. Plants that do well in appearance and are happily grown in pots. gravel include herbs. Many of them come from the Hanging wall pots are extremely popular in Mediterranean and will appreciate having gravel Mediterranean gardens, these tend to be planted around them, as well as some mixed into the soil up with trailing Pelargoniums, Calibrachoas, for extra drainage. Gravel can also be seen as a Surfinias, succulents such as Echeverias, Aloes low-maintenance style of gardening and, as well and Lampranthus, Osteospermums and Bacopas. as being ideal for herbs, lends itself to plants such Just keep them well watered and deadheaded and as Lavender, Euphoria, Cistus, Eryngium, Beared they’ll flower all summer long for you.

Iris, Hebe and Agapanthus. The latter prefer their Get out in the garden and create your own little roots to be contained, so also do well in pots. patch of paradise and enjoy it.

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Knitters raise over £1000 for charities

The Lions Club of Plymouth held their annual sponsored knitting event at Emmanuel Church with a total of 54 accomplished knitters competing for the much cherished trophies.

The ladies were knitting squares which, when completed, will be made up into various sized blankets and throws and distributed to hospitals and homes throughout the area.

Trophies and prizes were awarded to the person knitting the most squares in a given time period, with an additional trophy presented to the person attracting the most sponsorship.

The ladies were treated to tea and biscuits on arrival, a pasty lunch followed by jelly or trifles and a quick talk given by representatives of the two main charities benefiting from the day: John Branch from Diabetes UK and from Mrs Marie Hull of the local bereavement counselling service.

During the afternoon, tea/coffee and cake were served, followed by the presentations of awards by Lion President Ian Hill.

The contest for the most squares completed was a closely run competition with the top three contestants having completed eight squares each. The rows and stitches were taken into account on the last unfinished squares and by a close number, the first, second and thirds places were awarded respectively to Wendy Thorpe, Marcia Walters and Elaine Cook.

In addition to the trophies each was awarded with a box of chocolates and flowers.

The knitter who attracted the most sponsorship is yet to be announced once all the sponsorship forms and monies have been returned, but the total is expected to be in excess of £1,000.

The Lions gratitude goes to all who took part and to the individual sponsors.

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by William Holman Hunt called ‘The Light of the World’. This pioneer of the Pre-Raphaelite community of artists was renowned for his attention to detail in his paintings and ‘The Light of the World’ demonstrates this superbly.

In this painting Jesus Christ stands, with a lamp in his hand, at an old wooden door surrounded by a thicket. It illustrates God in Christ knocking at the door of the spiritual heart of mankind. Based on Revelation 3:20: ‘Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if any man hears My voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me.’ According to Hunt: “I painted the picture with what I thought, Chris Cole unworthy though I was, to be by Divine command, and not simply as a good subject. The door in the painting has no handle, and can therefore be opened only from the inside, representing the obstinately shut mind.” Hunt, 50 years after painting it, felt he had to explain the symbolism.

The reason this painting is always on my computer is as a reminder within my own faith that

In first place, Wendy Thorpe with Lion President Ian Hill

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Bretonside carriageway closed for development work Drivers, bus passengers and walkers coming into Plymouth City Centre are being asked to bear in mind road changes as the Bretonside redevelopment progresses.

The first of a series of lane closures came into effect on May 8 with the inside lane of the inbound carriageway on Bretonside viaduct closing to allow contractors McLaren

Construction to progress work on the £53 million leisure complex on behalf of British Land.

The lane closure is in addition to the inbound bus bay on the viaduct which is also closing and means that all vehicles – cars, buses and HGV vehicles – coming into the city centre via this route will have to use a single lane for the foreseeable future.

Why we need knowledge and wisdom to face life’s ups and downs

BY CHRIS COLE, FOUNDER OF CROSS RHYTHMS, PLYMOUTH I have a responsibility as a human being and as a Christian for the choices and decisions I make.

Without the freedom of choice to open the door of my heart to the knocking of God’s call, I will never find the reality of the ongoing experience of faith, hope, love and a deepening relationship with God. As essential as all three components of the spiritual journey are, the greatest of these is love and love is more than a feeling it is a way of life.

It is this process of faith hope and love that takes us on a spiritual journey which can prove faith in the same way that rational thinking can prove scientific evidence.

Faith can be proven in an individual’s attitude and character and observed through the good and tough times of a believer’s life.

We need the balance of knowledge and wisdom to go through the ups and downs of life and wisdom is a foundation for life out of which come the deep issues of the meaning of life and the enduring values of our humanity.

How do we handle the tough stuff of life? How do we love those who disagree or take offence at us? The answer may be through

a genuine life of true faith. We can become increasingly secure in God’s love and relational intimacy so that we end up living before the audience of One. We become a servant of all, but no man can rule over us.

For many people within the Christian faith the Book of Proverbs 4: 23 -24 talks about the issues of life coming out of the heart. This is of course the spiritual heart of mankind.

Where the genesis of faith, hope, love, courage and meaning are birthed. ‘Watch over your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the springs of life. Put away from you a deceitful mouth and put devious speech far from you.’

What we think and say can tear down and destroy people and we need to be conscious of not judging others lest we ourselves are judged with the same motive.

We don’t know people’s stories or painful journey through life, which is why God says he puts the broken in families, which many church communities endeavour to become.

A wise person once said. “If you find a perfect church, don’t join it because you’ll ruin it.”

However, God says in Matthew 5: 43 ‘Be perfect as your Father in heaven is perfect.’ Quite a tension to hold, but one that can bring us to peace?

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Talented students honoured by City College her collection. Recipient of the Plympton Community Council Award, a Community Police Cadet award and part of the winning ‘Police Cadet Group of the Year’, Maisie was presented with her award for her work within the local community.

“Being a Police Cadet has really solidified my career path and the public services course at the College is making this a reality. I was really humbled to have been awarded so many accolades, including being commended by the Commander. I love what I do and I can’t wait to join the Police Force.”

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I can reach out to others who are struggling. I hope my receiving this award will help others see what is possible.”

Sophie Lane, 17, from Prince Rock Hair and Beauty Award Since starting at the College Sophie has done everything in her power to improve her

Natalie Turner with her parents Sophie Lane with Mark Trewin, Director of Creative, Digital and Science Industries

Community work, volunteering and overcoming adversity were just some of the many achievements celebrated at City College’s recent Student of the Term awards.

The termly ceremony recognises students who really stood out from amongst their peers, made a positive contribution to the college or local community, or have overcome personal challenges to achieve highly in their studies.

The award winners were joined by family, friends and their nominating lecturers to enjoy a delicious three-course meal prepared by the college’s hospitality and catering students before receiving their certificate and prizes.

Phil Davies, principal and chief executive of City College, said: “The Student of the Term awards ceremony is an important termly event for the college and is one of the highlights of our academic year. It provides us with an opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge some of the remarkable achievements of our students and recognise publicly their hard work and commitment.

“These students, some of whom have had to overcome additional barriers, have all achieved fantastic results and deserve to be congratulated. The staff at the College are enormously proud of their accomplishments and the way in which they reflect so well on the City. It really is an honour to celebrate the outstanding qualities and achievements of our students and to share in their successes with family, friends and tutors.”

Award Winners Maisie Hill, 17, from Southway Childcare, Health and Social Care Award Maisie is studying a Diploma in Health and Social Care and is currently on placement at Trevi House - a rehabilitation centre for mothers with drug or alcohol dependency issues - where she receives constant praise

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“I have always wanted to work in the care sector and the College and my course has started me down the pathway to my dream career. I love being on placement and getting to work in the local community. Trevi House is an incredible place and I am privileged to be involved in such important work. It almost seems silly to be rewarded for doing something I love.”

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Joshua Budgen, 18, from Kingsbridge Engineering Award Joshua is studying for a Diploma in Maritime Defence and is impressing both his lecturers and employer, Babcock, with his level of skill. Achieving top grades, Joshua has a great work ethic and is making the most of his learning experience.

“Studying at the College and working at Babcock has created the best learning environment as I learn the theory and put it into practice in the warehouse. I’ve always wanted to be an engineer, and I’m on the right track to what I hope will be a successful career.”

Maisie Webber, 17, from Plympton Sport and Public Services Award Police Cadet and multi-award winner Maisie has added another accolade to

Natalie Turner, 30, from Honicknowle Construction Award DIY whizz and mother of two, Natalie, is proving that you can do it all. She manages to juggle her work and home life all while going out of her way to help friends and family with their DIY jobs. From plastering, plumbing and building walls, to helping fix their Wi-Fi box: you name it, she’s done it.

“I am really enjoying learning a new trade, and I get the added bonus of being able to help my family with odd jobs around the house. Studying at the College is really enjoyable and I intend to soak up all the knowledge and skills I can from the incredibly experienced staff during my time here.”

Colin Potter, 52, from Lipson Access to Higher Education Award Colin has overcome adversity, achieving abstinence after thirty-five years of addiction. He now works with local young people with mental health issues through mindfulness sessions. Colin hopes to go to university to study psychology and use his learning to continue to help others.

“It has been tough, but through the

Colin Potter and Mark Trewin, Director of Creative, Digital and Science Industries

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Ines Machado Barros, 16, from Mutley Science Award When Ines joined the College she had no formal qualifications, but now she is achieving top marks in her science diploma.

A star student, her peers rely on her to check if their work is correct and she is always willing to lend a hand.

“I’m really enjoying my course and College life. I have always loved science and getting to focus all my time on this one subject is the best - I love taking on extra research and finding out more about what we are learning.

The fact that other students come to me for guidance is really humbling and it’s great when I can help.”

Other Award winners were: Business, Travel and Tourism - Will Crago; Hospitality and Catering - Kamila Goczkowska; English and Maths - Sandy Williams; Apprenticeships - Callum Small; Education Engagement Samuel Ullah; Skills Development - Liam Bridge; Media, Performing Arts & Digital Industries - Ryan Lee

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