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Five star hotel for The Hoe Plans for a £50 million redevelopment scheme with a boutique hotel offering magnificent views of the Sound have been unveiled.
Development specialists Henley Real Estate have been selected as the preferred bidder to develop the site of the now-demolished Quality Hotel in Cliff Road overlooking the Hoe. “We took a bold and proactive approach Representatives from the company and it is paying off. Not only will this outlined details of their scheme in development deliver more high quality December, comprising a luxury five star hotel rooms in time for Mayflower 400, it 60-bedroom boutique hotel, with statehelps the city up its game as a year-round of-the art conference facilities, a full gym destination.” and spa and a panoramic penthouse with a fine-dining restaurant. The team behind the proposals estimate On the ground floor there will be a bistro and bar overlooking a large terrace and every hotel bedroom will be spacious and have full panoramic ocean views.
it will create 75 full time jobs once the scheme is built and Plymouth’s construction trade will also benefit through the build stage.
Alongside the hotel there will be a separate tower comprising 80 bespoke apartments. Called 1620, the name for the entire development being linked to the date of the sailing of the Mayflower.
Co-founder and director Chris Henley said: “This is a phenomenal scheme for both Henley Real Estate and for the city as a whole. We are now excited to get on with delivering this statement development on what is one of the most prestigious sites in the country.”
The developers plan to have the landmark scheme delivered in time for the Mayflower 400 anniversary in 2020. This means that they plan to have the hotel built by 2019. Council leader Ian Bowyer said: “This is fantastic news. To have acquired the site, demolished an eye sore building and attract a new exciting development in less than 12 months just shows what can be done with a bit of drive and courage.
Co-founder and director John Henley added: “We have already received enormous interest in our plans for this site and we look forward to engaging with both the community and businesses of Plymouth as we are confident this is a scheme that the city will be proud of for decades to come.” • continued on next page
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Major improvement works on the A386 Tavistock Road and William Prance Road will get under way at the beginning of January.
The Derriford Transport Scheme will reduce congestion along Tavistock Road and provide better public transport, walking and cycling links – improving journey times for all users. Extra lanes will be created and bus priority measures will be introduced at Derriford Roundabout and the William Prance Road junction to reduce journey times and improve service reliability. Modern and efficient traffic signals will be installed, along with new, marked cycle lanes and new pedestrian crossings. Walking and cycling improvements will also extend northwards along the A386 from Derriford Roundabout towards The George Park and Ride. Amey will be carrying out the works, which will take place between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday and on the occasional Saturday between 8.30am and 1pm. The aim is to keep two traffic lanes open in both directions along Tavistock Road for the majority of the time to keep traffic flowing and minimise disruption. To allow this, the bus lanes on both sides of the road between Budshead Road and Derriford Roundabout will be suspended throughout the works, so they can be used by all traffic. Some overnight closures will be needed to help minimise disruption to traffic flow during the day – these will be advertised in advance using notices on site. The speed limit will be reduced from 40mph to 30mph throughout the works and there will be no right turn into Charlton Road from Tavistock Road between March and December. Northbound vehicles will need to go around Derriford Roundabout and travel back down Tavistock Road to access this Charlton Road. A route through the road works has been agreed with the emergency services to ensure blue light vehicles are not impacted upon. From March to September, the Tavistock Road entrance to William Prance Road will be closed and access will
only be available via Brest Road. The scheme will take around 15 months to complete. Anyone travelling along this route is advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journey. Councillor Patrick Nicholson, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Strategic Transport, Housing and Planning, said: “The A386 is the main route to and from the north of the city – including Derriford Hospital, the University of St Mark and St John and the Plymouth Science Park. It is often congested, especially at peak times and future growth in the area will put even more pressure on this busy part of our transport network. This scheme, together with our other planned infrastructure improvements, will help to keep traffic moving, improve bus journey times and reliability and provide better walking and cycling facilities along this key route.” Derriford is identified in the Joint Local Plan as a key
area to deliver growth in housing, employment and associated infrastructure for the city and is undergoing vast change. A vision to establish a new heart for the north of the city was first proposed in Plymouth’s Core Strategy in 2007. Central to this vision is a transport network that can connect people to new homes, jobs and leisure and health facilities. The Derriford Transport Scheme is part of a master plan of highway improvements that will help to achieve this and deliver jobs and homes in the north of the city. The Heart-of-the-South-West Local Enterprise Partnership (HotSW LEP) is contributing £10.16 million towards the £12.72 million scheme. For further information on the scheme and the traffic management plans, visit www.plymouth.gov.uk/ derrifordtransportscheme.
City groups get cash boost from Vital Sparks Four more Plymouthbased groups have been awarded Vital Sparks bursaries to help realise or kickstart their community arts projects. North Prospect Community Choir, Red Velvet Cinema, Devonport Lifehouse and Mutley Matters will all benefit from funding for their initiatives which include combating isolation, tackling mental ill health and championing community cohesion. Vital Sparks is a city-wide partnership project between Plymouth City Council and Plymouth Culture designed to inspire arts, culture and creativity throughout Plymouth.
Since launching in December 2013 its bursaries have supported 33 different community projects across the city. More than 3,500 people have so far taken part in over 250 workshops. More than 50 different artists have been given 200 days of paid employment which have resulted in 21 new commissions and over 2,000 performance or exhibition days.
Councillor Glenn Jordan, cabinet member for culture said: “The figures for Vital Sparks are phenomenal. We are so proud to be involved in a scheme which helps make a difference in peoples neighbourhoods and really pleased to see four more really worthy projects added to
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Henley Real Estate is a London-based specialist development company, which has a track record of delivery of a variety of schemes including hotel, residential and retail. It has a combined portfolio of £390 million including international developments The council bought the Quality Hotel site in January last year and by summer demolition of the derelict 1970s ten storey tower was underway. Marketing of the site began almost as soon as the property was acquired and the council worked with hotel expert JLL to develop the brief to enable the city to attract the right developer and hotel operator. The company expect to submit their planning application in the New Year and subject to consent being granted, want to start work towards the end of next year.
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The bursaries awarded in the sixth round of Vital Sparks funding are: North Prospect Community Choir: £2,509 This brand new choir based at the Beacon Community Hub has been awarded funds to enable it to provide North Prospect residents with the opportunity to sing and make friends. This new venture has already been booked to lead carol singing at school concerts and Christmas fairs. As the choir becomes established it hopes to attract people of all ages from across the city. Red Velvet Cinema: £2,046 This pilot project will bring classic film screenings to local elderly residents in Devonport. Film screenings in a neighbourhood café will help to combat isolation. Along with enjoying a movie, film buffs will have time and space to socialise and form new friendships. Devonport Lifehouse Homeless Centre: £2,750 Professional drama tutors in collaboration with On Course South West will be using their Vital Sparks funding to explore the experience of being homeless with residents of the Lifehouse in Devonport.
This therapeutic project which tackles mental ill health will also give residents the chance to rehearse in a real theatre environment and enjoy a theatre visit.
University of Plymouth Students’ Union: £500 A Vital Sparks bursary of £500 will support a crowdfunder campaign for a memorial in Moor View Park, Mutley Plain. Coordinated by Mutley Matters, the group has been working with local artist Sarah Jane Hodge to produce a design for a bench to mark the passing of Jeanne Hinton. Jeanne was a well respected community activist who championed community cohesion in her ever-changing corner of the city. Dom Jinks, chief executive for Plymouth Culture said: “What Vital Sparks has achieved and enabled other people to achieve in the last three years is really impressive. The key to its success is its bursary scheme which brings communities and artists together and enables more people to enjoy and participate in some brilliant creative experiences.” Applications for the seventh round of Vital Sparks funding are now open. The deadline is April 30 2017. For more information about Vital Sparks visit www.plymouthculture.co.uk
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Chess – the epic musical by ABBA grandmasters is coming to Plymouth The music of legendary ABBA song-writing partnership Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus comes to Plymouth from March 29 to April 1 when the award-winning music company PGS presents a production of the West End blockbusting musical ‘Chess’. With none other than Sir Tim Rice completing the songwriting team on this spectacular show it is hardly any wonder that it was a huge hit when it debuted in London in 1986. The popularity of the show was in no small part due to the memorable score which features songs such as ‘I Know Him So Well’, ‘One Night in Bangkok’ and ‘Anthem’. Chess consistently rates highly in polls of favourite musicals. Tim Rice himself has remarked that it is a personal favourite. While ‘Mamma Mia’ has achieved huge success on both sides of the Atlantic with the stellar pop hits of ABBA as it’s musical backbone, for discerning fans of musical theatre Chess is the intense, powerful, original musical from ABBA’s genius song-writing team. With such high praise being lavished it is perhaps surprising that Chess still awaits a major West End revival. Despite that frankly baffling fact, Chess has consolidated its reputation in recent years as something of a ‘cult classic’ with regional music company’s taking up the challenge of presenting this tale of passion, betrayal and cold-war political intrigue set against the backdrop of the world chess championship. Acclaimed director Alan Spencer returns to Plymouth and PGS again with his trademark stylish and visually striking approach. Alan and PGS have enjoyed a particularly fruitful partnership in recent years which has seen the company expand its repertoire from the Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas including a production in 2015 of Bizet’s tour-de-force of Grand Opera, ‘Carmen’ which won enthusiastic reviews both local and nationally. PGS musical director Jane Warwick also returns with the PGS Orchestra and a cast featuring local seasoned performers Darren Lake, Mike Noble, Helen Haviland and Pete Clements to bring the pulsating rock score to life in what promises to be an exciting production of this classic of 1980’s musical theatre. Chess - The Musical is at The Devonport Playhouse, Plymouth from March 29 to April 1. Box Office: 01752 600166. Book at www.plymouthgilbertandsullivan.com
Presenting Sweeney Todd - the Demon Barber of Fleet Street Sounds Musical Theatre Company will present Stephen Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street in March. Full of exhilarating music, romance and wit this intriguing tale tells what happens when vengeful Sweeney Todd and the unscrupulous Mrs Lovett’s combine his Gentleman’s Barbershop and her Pie Shop in a very sinister partnership. Performances take place at the Devonport Playhouse from March 15 to 18. Tickets from Box Office 01752 510934. Evening 7.30pm: Adults: £13, Concessions: £12, Under 18: £7. Matinee 2.30pm: Adults: £12, Concessions: £11, Under 18: £7. Discounts for 10 + Musical Director, Marcus Alleyne, co-director Amanda Paddison, supported by a 10 piece orchestra. 4
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Tracking back in time with new book from Bernard Mills Painstakingly researched, Bernard Mills’s second volume of Backtracking Then & Now, takes readers on a railway journey around the western reaches of Plymouth and beyond. It’s a fine companion to the last tome – produced by Pen & Ink Publishing in 2013 – which focused on the east around Friary, Laira and the Plym. Once again it should appeal to those interested in local history and the changing industrial landscape, whether or not they are railway enthusiasts. The route this time starts at Plymouth’s North Road Station and goes west to the Cornwall Loop Triangle and into Millbay and the docks. Returning to the Cornwall Loop Junction it follows the former GWR main line through the western suburbs to the River Tamar, across Brunel’s magnificent bridge to Saltash Station.
lamenting many of the dramatic changes that have occurred along the way. However, Bernard delights in recalling experiences from his working life on the railway and he interweaves them into the narrative. This gives the book personality, charm and a life beyond the factual Then and Now descriptions. As well as learning about his time as a railway clerk at Saltash Station we discover how he was encouraged to familiarise himself with the workings of the signal box at Keyham Station Signal Box which, as it happens, was very close to where his love affair with trains began: “The first decade of my life was spent in Victory Street, with only Fleet Street in between home and the railway line,” he writes. “When I was in the pushchair my grandfather, William Mills, took me here to watch the trains go by and that, quite simply, is how it all started...”
It then goes out on the Tamar Road Bridge and follows the former LSWR route back through St Budeaux, and the now completely expunged route through Weston Mill and Ford to Devonport Junction. What is so obvious about this account is not only Bernard’s eye for detail but his passion for his subject – this is a very personal account. Having had the amazing foresight to record the scene on his camera as Beeching was making his cuts 50 years ago, it is to some 150 of these locations that he has returned to capture the same scene today ...
Looking west from Plymouth Railway Station in 1963
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have interesting speakers chosen by members, from MPs to representatives of national and local businesses, and these free meetings are from 10.30am to 1pm. Parking is usually available and many buses stop outside the Co-op. Our social meetings are held in Kings Tamerton Community Centre, PL5 2BH (the No 16 bus stops outside) and we have a variety of acts to entertain us, from cabaret to country & western, and these meetings are from 2pm to 4pm on some Fridays. Non-group members pay £2 but this includes a very good buffet and we always have a raffle. Anyone over the age of 50 looking for good company and interesting meetings can get more information from Mrs Margaret Williams (Secretary) Tel; 01752 350498 or email; tomag42@ hotmail.co.uk Circle Dance Thursdays Yealmpton Circle Dance Group. Yealmpton Community Centre, Stray Park, PL8 2HF. 7.30pm-9.30pm. A variety of dance styles from gentle and expressive to lively and joyful. Traditional and contemporary world music. Good for mind, body and spirit. Clearly taught and easy to learn. No partner needed. Friendly and fun. 01752 880196 for details. Dancing Duo Fortnightly Saturdays With Henry and Jeannie at Plymouth Life Centre (Central Park near Plymouth Argyle ground) for ballroom, Latin and sequence, old time and more. Time 7.45pm to 10.45pm free parking. Entry £7. Bring your own soft drinks and and snacks. Early tea and coffee available at cafe. Kreative Kidz Thursdays Pre school messy play sessions, overalls provided, different activity each week, meet new people make new friends £3 per child includes tea/coffee for adults. 12.30pm to 1.30pm To book email: info:wkuk.org Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth. Krafty Kidz Tuesdays Childrens activity workshops from age 7 years. Crafts, cookery, baking, woodworking, model making, scrap heap challenge. £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
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Residents of Tamerton Foliot have won a landmark victory against the commercial might of Taylor Wimpey house builders. In June this year, after 18 months of campaigning against the proposal to build 65 houses on the Greenfield known as Allern Lane (north of the Village of Tamerton Foliot), South Hams District Council finally bowed to public pressure and refused the unwanted application. The main concerns were visual impact, loss of greenspace, traffic and drainage. Over 400 objections had been lodged and over £2,000 had been raised by local residents - running Coffee mornings, Spooky walks, mufti days and collections to fight these proposals. Several packed public meetings delivered the message loud and clear to the developers and finally after a long and sometimes nervous wait, South Hams District Council have confirmed that no appeal has been lodged and the case is now closed.
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Robert Plumb, Chair of Tamerton Foliot Village Conservation Society said: “The people of Tamerton Foliot have won a momentous victory and with the ongoing support of Plymouth City Council and South Hams District Council we can work together to ensure this type of inappropriate development does not happen in the future.” Johnny Mercer MP said: “I am delighted that the efforts of Tamerton Foliot residents and local activists have paid off and the development has been halted. “I was pleased to be able to support the local community by hosting public meetings in the village, enabling residents to have their voices heard by Taylor Wimpey and the planning authority.”
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Over 1,200 children are currently registered on the lessons. The new gym will be open alongside the swimming pool from 7am until 10pm Monday to Friday and from 8am until 5pm at the weekend. Memberships incorporating access to both the gym and the pool are available. The gym was officially opened by Councillor Glenn Jordan, the Council’s Cabinet Member for Culture. He said: “Anything that makes it easier for people to stay fit and active has to be a good thing and I’m sure local residents will welcome this great new facility.” The Plymouth Shopper
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Lauren launches new dance school in Plymouth Lauren O’Neill has recently started her own dance school after graduating with a BA in Dance from Plymouth University. Lauren first started her professional training with The Royal Ballet School’s JA’s that then lead her onto receive a scholarship at Elmhurst School for Dance in Birmingham, in association with The Birmingham Royal Ballet. She then attended Laine Theatre Arts in London for a further three years, gaining her Level 6 national Trinity diploma in professional dance and her ISTD Modern dance DDI. Lauren then starred in many productions including the opening for the 2012 London Olympics, working with many top Lauren O'Neill - studied at choreographers and Plymouth University professionals At just 23, she has worked with some noted performers and is in the fortunate position to be able ask some of them to run workshops for local dance enthusiasts. She is offering an amazing opportunity to work with and learn from one of the countries top young professionals. ‘Mamma Mia’ dancer, Rhodri Watkins. Rhodri is running an open workshop at L’s Dance Studio on Sunday January 29 between 10am and 12.
Rhodri Watkins from Mamma Mia...will be running The brand new studio a workshop based within the Plymouth
School of Creative Arts has definitely been built with dancers in mind. It has 88 square metres of sprung hardwood flooring, full length mirrors, long ballet barres and lots of natural light. To compliment this it also has full professional lighting and an amazing full range sound system. Lauren can be contacted on 07453 304114 or by emailing studio@lsdancestudio.co.uk. Tickets much be purchased beforehand, and cost £20. Lauren will be launching her new school in January, offering fun and exciting dance classes for all ages on a Tuesday at the Arts School. There is availability for ballet and jazz for toddlers through to seniors, and Lauren can also offer one to one sessions to create memorable first dances for special occasions.
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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. Fun Fitness Sessions Various dates In the gym and in the park for children, teenagers, families and pram fitness. Call Fizz for more details 07976568477 Fizz Fitness Gym 180 Albert Rd, Plymouth PL2 1AL 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. St Budeaux Square Club Meets last Wednesday each month. All events are 11am to 3pm with full three course meal entertainment & discussions. Entrance fee £5 all in open to senior citizens of St Budeaux to join phone 01752 365246 Community Cafe Every Thursday in term time Stoke Damerel Church, Paradise Road between 10.30am and 2pm Community cafe run by learning support students of City College Plymouth, serving tea, coffee and cakes baked and prepared by the students Sandy’s Plymtones Mondays Fun choir for men and women. Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre (near the Co-op), Glen Road, Plympton. 2-4pm No auditions, no need to read music - just good humour and enthusiasm needed. Contact Sandy on 336953 or 07737 461431. Messy Church at Elburton Methodist Community Church Messy Church is held on the first Saturday morning of every month (excluding August), from 10.30am to 12.30pm at Springfield Road, Elburton. All welcome to join fun morning of arts, crafts, drama, music and refreshments. All for a small donation. Activities for the whole family. For more details contact Debbie on 215632 Baby and Toddler Group Friday mornings in term time St Pancras Church, Honicknowle Lane, Pennycross. The group runs from 10.00 until 11.30am every Friday during term-time in the church lounge. There is a large selection of toys, a craft table and the session concludes with nursery rhymes and action songs. A charge of £1.50 for one adult and accompanying child/children and £1.00 for extra adults covers all refreshments and craft materials. We hold occasional Tabletop Sales in the church hall to support the Children’s Hospice Southwest. Thursday Afternoon Cafe St Pancras Church, Honicknowle Lane, Pennycross. Our church cafe is open from 1.30 until 3.30 on Thursday afternoons during term-time, selling coffee/tea and cake/ biscuits. Come along to chat, read the newspaper or join in at the puzzle table. There is a small selection of books to borrow and leading up to Christmas there will be a Traidcraft stall, selling fair trade tea/coffee, Christmas cards and small gifts Snack ‘N’ Chat Tuesdays Friendship group for the bereaved and those who live alone. From 10.30am to 12.30pm in the Coffee Corner in the Minster Church of St Andrew in the city centre. A community project run by two trained Counsellors and two trained listeners. Come and enjoy coffee, tea and home made cake and talk through how things are for you. Only 50p per session. RASC/RCT/RLC Association Meetings for remainder of 2016 are Sept 14 and November 9 at the Army Reserve Centre, Brest Road Derriford at 7.30pm. The AGM will be held on January 11 2017 at the same venue and time. All ex-Corps members welcome to attend. For any welfare problems please call 01752 343 492 or write to the Army Reserve Centre Derriford Plymouth (c/o RASC/RCT/RLCAssoc) 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. Plympton Fuschia and Pelargonium Group Second Tuesday of the month The group meets at Harewood House, Plympton at 7.30pm please free to come along. New members always welcome. Full speaker programme to be found on pfgg.co.uk. Contact Marie 343386 for more information
Comedy Avengers assemble Get friends together to raise muchneeded funds for families like mine, says farmer’s daughter Sandra
St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth supporter Sandra Fry from Mary Tavy is encouraging people to hold a coffee morning this February to help local families get vital care in the community. Sandra’s father, Douglas Bowhay, died at his family farm thanks to the support of the hospice. She explains, “His last days and hours were here with us and the animals, but only because we had the help from the wonderful people at St Luke’s. “The way their nurses Derek and Cathy came in and talked to him on his level, cooed over his cattle and quietly sat at our kitchen table offering support and advice was just what he needed. Without them I don’t know how we would have coped.” Just after her father’s death, Sandra spotted it was the St Luke’s Coffee Sandra Fry (right) Community Clubs at William Sutton Memorial Hall, Shelley Way St Budeaux Gardening group Mondays 10.30am to 1pm open to all to come and enjoy some gardening on the grounds of the hall. Free coached football sessions for young people aged 7 to 18 years old on Wednesdays 4.30pm to 6.30pm. Ready2Work Work Club open to all. Fridays: 1pm to 4pm Dance Yourself Fit Every Friday morning 10.30 to 11.30 at St. Budeaux Community Centre.If you want to get fitter or simply love to dance, come along and join our friendly class.for details contact Jackie 01752 950306 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. 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. Regular events at St Budeaux Baptist Church Tuesday 1pm to 3pm Senior Friendly Club 5pm to 6.15pm Noughts & Crosses primary age children’s club; Wednesday 7pm to 9pm craft group; Thursday 11am to 1pm lunch club once a month afterwards fellowship time; Fridays 9.30am to 11.30am Jelly Tots toddler and parent group. Sundays 10.30am Service & Explorers for children monthly family service. 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 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 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.
Morning month and wanted to get involved. Their first event raised £1,500; that’s enough to get nurses out to two other families. Their enthusiasm has grown since then and this year they will be taking on their third event to ensure others receive the same level of incredible care.
Sandra adds, “my tips would be that you just need to ask people to help and you will be surprised at what people will do – St Luke’s has touched so many lives like ours. It’s also important to go back to people after and tell them how much you raised. Have a clear plan and it all comes together”. St Luke’s Coffee Morning month is all through February and events can be as big or little as you like. Even £50 pays for an hour of intensive care from a St Luke’s specialist unit nurse. If you can do something incredible for your community, the charity is asking people to get in touch with the community fundraising team on (01752) 964427 or visit https://stlukes-hospice.org.uk/coffee. Plymouth Pisces Swimming Club Saturday and Thursday swimming club: Saturdays are free times 12.15 pm to 1.15 pm at Plymouth Life Centre. Thursdays from 6.30pm to 8pm £4 at the Life Centre. Plymouth Pisces swimming club from 11.15am to 1.15pm at the Life Centre subs £2 each week £4 membership. Highbury Trust Highbury Disco Tuesdays and Fridays subs £2 each week. St Budeaux disco £2 each week on Thursday evenings 6.30pm to 9.30pm at St Budeaux Community Centre. Age UK Plymouth Bridge Fridays Friday afternoons between 2pm and 4pm at Elspeth Sitters House, Hoegate Street, Plymouth. Do you play bridge and would like to join a friendly, social group. £2 per session which includes tea and biscuits. Details phone 776881. Tots Time - St. Jude’s Mondays during term-time From 9.30 to 11.30 in the Upper Hall at St Jude’s Church on Beaumont Road, babies and toddlers are welcome with their carers at £1.50 per session. Tots Time provides toys, craft, snacks, drinks, singing, etc. For more details phone 078604573727. Plymouth Children’s Theatre Workshop Saturdays A theatre company for children and young people aged 6 to18. 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 Karate Academy Various dates Based in Faraday Mill Cattedown the club is managed by Sensei Stuart Hick (4thDan), Sensei Jon Eaton (3rdDan) and Senpai Luke Irving (2ndDan). With more than 45 years combined experience all of the instructors are CRB checked, and teach Shotokan karate. With many advantages to learning karate, instructors teach traditional skills and Self-Defence with genuine applications to modern day situations. Students often say that they feel self-confident; have increased discipline, improved fitness levels and co-ordination. But above all, they all agree its great value for money, fun and a fantastic way to meet new friends no matter what age you are. Tuesday /Thursday Kids only Karate class 6.15- 7pm; Tuesday/Thursday Adult Beginners - Intermediate - Advanced from 7pm onwards ; Saturday Morning class Kids Karate class 10am onwards. For more info: Stuart Hick 07970379268 or stuart.hick@ plymouthkarateacademy.co.uk 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!
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Free bag of chips if you recycle your Christmas tree… Plymouth residents will be able to recycle their Christmas trees differently this year and get a free bag of chippings in return. Wood-chipping machines will be on a mini tour of Plymouth as part of a trial scheme to dispose of Christmas trees responsibly. Teams from the Council will take the machines to locations across the city from January 9 to make it easier for residents to get rid of their real trees once the festive fortnight is over. And for the keen gardeners, there is also a chance to grab a bag of free wood chippings in return. Any unused chippings will then be used in shrub-beds across the city and offered to local volunteer gardening groups and allotment owners. Cabinet member for Street Scene and the Environment, Councillor Mike Leaves said: “We are trying out something different this year that will help our gardeners as well as make our city a little bit greener. We need to be more efficient with our services and make savings where we can. “Please don’t leave your old trees next to your bins as they will not be collected by our teams.” Although there will be no collection rounds, people will be able to get rid of their trees near their homes. People are being asked to drop off trees to a special fenced area at these locations below on or near the set date. They can also still take used trees to Chelson Meadow and Weston Mill household recycling centres. The wood-chipping machines will be available on the following dates: Monday January 9 Plympton St Mary car park Tuesday January 10 Plymstock Broadway car park Wednesday January 11 Honicknowle – Ringmore Way car park (next to Honiton Close) from 8.30am to 11.30am Ham – the Council’s Outland Road depot from 12.30pm to 3.30pm Thursday January 12 Crownhill Village car park from 8.30am to 3.30pm Tamar Bridge car park from 12.30 to 3.30pm Friday January 13 Brickfields car park from 8.30am to 11.30am Church Street car park, Stoke from 12.30pm to 3.30pm Monday January 16 Civic Centre (rear) car park from 8.30am to 11.30am North Hill car park from 12.30pm to 3.30pm Tuesday January 17 Council’s Prince Rock depot from 8.30am to 11.30am Trefussis Park car park from 12.30pm to 3.30pm Wednesday January 18 Southway Shops car park 8.30am to 11.30am Fort Austin car park from 12.30pm to 3.30pm Thursday January 19 Outland Road depot 8.30am to 11.30am Trefussis Park car park from 12.30am to 3.30pm Councillor Leaves added: “This is a trial to provide an extra service to our residents while staying within our means.” If you want chippings remember to bring your empty garden waste bags with you so that these can be used to transport the chippings back home.
REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • continued from page 6 National Trust Plymouth Centre Make the most of your Trust membership by joining the Plymouth Centre for even more activities. During the winter there are talks. This summer there are coach visits to: April to Treslissick House and gardens; May to the Trengwainton Garden; June to Mapperton House; July to Montacute House; August to Tyntesfield House and Village, September to Barrington Court. Membership is only £4 per person or £6 for two people at the same address. For more information and an application form call Russell on 01752 266608. Tothill Sequence Dance Club Saturdays Up to date dances at Tothill Community Centre every Saturday from 7.30pm to 10pm. Leaders Peter and Dorothy Wheatley. Admission £3. Contact Bill 01752 667484, Sue 01752 651004 or Dorothy 01752 260193. Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Every Monday Compton Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Group for young people aged 14 to 23 years. Meet 7.30pm at Compton Methodist Church. Details 01752 706056. 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 Arrows Kids Club Thursdays Held at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall every Thursday in term time. 6.30pm-8pm for all children aged 7-11 years. (Please note the Drake Circus Mall opposite the church is open till 8pm on Thursdays.) Games, Craft, tuck shop, Bible stories .. lots of fun. Only 50p per week. 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. Plympton Probus Club Second Monday of month Plympton Probus Club was formed in 1985, and enables retired and semi- retired men to meet a convivial group aged, 55 or over who meet on a regular basis. Would you consider joining us at the Plympton Library venue? We meet on the second Monday of each month at 10am, and provide opportunity to hear a variety of interesting speakers. Additionally, social lunches with wives and guests are held at various venues throughout the year. Currently, vacancies exist for new members and anyone interested, should contact the secretary, Gerald Hendrick, on 01752 514942 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. Lipson Lions Junior Hockey Club Training every Wednesday 6pm until 7pm at Lipson Community College. Currently need players of all age groups and ability particularly girls. Age groups 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9. First two visits are free. Go along and try it. Details from Samantha on 0790 555 2318. Pennycross Sequence Dance Club Meets at the Holy Family Church Hall, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth. Mondays 6.30pm beginners class with step by step instruction. 7.45pm sequence dance. Fridays at 7.30pm for sequence dance. Whist Drive Tuesdays and Wendesdays Kings Tamerton Community Centre want adults of all ages to come and join us in a game of whist. Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons at 1.30pm start, also The first Sunday in every month at 2pm start. Entrance is £1.50,which includes tea, coffee,and biscuits. We are a friendly crowd and would like to see some new faces. City Bus No 16 stops right out side the community centre. Call Brenda on 206204 for more details. Baby & Toddler Group Every Friday Lipson Vale Primary School between 9.15am and 10.30am. New families welcome. Please call Kate Timothy or Elaine Bromhead on 01752 224801. 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. Twins, Triplets or more Support group held on a Tuesday morning 10am-12pm at
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Devon & Cornwall Food Action celebrated Local Charities Day 2016 by launching a brand new ‘Friends’ scheme. This simple way of donating to Plymouthbased DCFA will help maintain the funding it needs to support up to 100,000 vulnerable residents each year through the redistribution of otherwise unwanted food supplies. Following a recent ‘funding drive’, the Plymouth-based charity was able to raise over £18,000 to keep its services going for at least another five months and they are grateful to Fareshare, surplus suppliers Paramount 21, national funders the Allen Lane Foundation and the Masonic Charitable Trust, the Rotary Club of Plymouth and partner organisations DCH, Hamoaze House and Café Vision, amongst others, for their help and support in doing so. But, sustainable funding is now a key aim for the charity and a new scheme, inspired by personal donations, has
Surestart Children’s Centre, 25 Manor Street, Stonehouse, (Tel 208650) or a Friday morning 10am -12pm at Sir John Hunt School, Whitleigh. An informal group open to all mums and expectant mums. A great chance to meet other mums and dads in the same situation. Mini Dance Machine Thursdays At Rees Youth Centre, Mudge Way, Plympton. Modern fun disco dance group for children. 4.15pm - 5pm for ages 4 to 6; 5pm - 6pm ages 6 to 10. £2 per session. Call Lisa 07896 105 479. Friendly Luncheon Club Tuesdays & Fridays Tuesday 12.30pm & Fridays 1pm each week. For details and bookings call 01752 606317. Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers Wednesdays Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers meet at the Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Judes, Plymouth Sequence Tea Dance 2pm to 4pm. Everyone welcome. Portal Writers Tuesdays The Portal writers are a helpful group of writers who are dedicated to helping first time and have a go writer. Meet Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon at Southway Community Centre, Hendwell Close, Southway. Tea or coffee. Contact Gloria Lane on 01752772686. Lunch Club Tuesdays and Fridays An invitation to lunch at Welcome Hall Centre, Fore Street, Devonport. 12.30pm Tuesdays, 1pm Fridays. Friendly company. For details or to make a lunch appointment call 606317. Boxing Classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Carl’s boxing stable has opened a new gym in Colebrook training for all ages to compete or just get fit. 7pm to 8pm. Details from Carl on 07837 920150. Country Music Venue First Friday every other month At the Aggie ‘Opry’. Agaton Club, St Budeaux. Top country acts being booked. Details 01752 362240. 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. Karate Club Mondays For those aged 11 years and over at Trinity United Reform Church, Tor Lane, Hartley between 6pm and 7.15pm. Details 07967 313285. Trinity Art Group Thursdays We are a small group of experienced artists who enjoy meeting and sharing our talents. We meet every week (ring for dates) at Trinity URC, Tor Lane, Hartley from 7pm to 9pm. If you are a beginner and would like to explore the enjoyable pastime of painting in watercolour or acrylics we could offer some assistance. We also welcome all levels of proficiency as our aim is to enjoy our time painting with time to socialise over a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit, all for £2.50 each night. Details Dave Crawford 01752 215179
now been launched. Individuals who would like to support DCFA’s work in tackling food waste and alleviating food poverty can now become a Friend of DCFA. The charity’s ‘Friends’ can choose to make one-off or regular donations or, if they belong to a group such as a community association or a church congregation, membership can be extended to the group as a whole. Anyone interested can also choose to support their local food hub – in Plymouth, Exeter or Cornwall – or DCFA as a whole. It’s up to the individual as all donations are welcome. This simple process ensures that all payments are made to the same account and that DCFA can manage and acknowledge all the help. Membership also offers the benefit of Gift Aid on personal donations which can make your donations even better for DCFA. For more information about the scheme contact 07970 909912. Membership forms can be obtained by emailing adcfa1@hotmail.com or by texting 07970 909912. Monthly Soup lunch for all the community Last Wednesday of the month Lovely homemade soup, cake, tea & coffee all for £3 at the St Budeaux Church Community Hall, The Green, off Crownhill Road, Higher St Budeaux. from 12.15 - 2 p.m. A warm welcome awaits all those who come. Have a go at the quiz if you want, browse the jigsaw library or just enjoy the company. Plymouth Dog Training Club meets at St Edward’s Church Hall, Eggbuckland on Wednesday evenings. For details call 01752 350788. Coffee mornings Last Wednesday of the month Run by the Highbury Trust Community Support Service, Outland Road between 10.30am and 12.30pm. All members of the public welcome to attend. For details 01752 753711 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 Croquet Club Hartley Park Reservoir, Mannamead Road. New members welcome. Equipment and tuition available. For further information contact Plymouth 666801. Keep Fit Classes Wednesdays Jackie Hamlin’s ladies keep fit class Wednesdays 10.15am - 11.15am or 6pm - 7pm at Hyde Park Social Club KFA registered, insured, low fees. Contact Jackie on 01752 672685. All proceeds to Alzheimer’s Society.
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. Waterfront Writers Fridays Meet every Friday during term time at The Swarthmore Education Centre, Mutley Plain 1pm to 3pm. Anyone who wishes to share or listen to poetry and prose is welcome. Visit www.waterfrontwriters.org.uk for details. Tennis Club Mannamead Tennis Club, Eggbuckland Rd welcomes new members. 4 hard courts and 2 grass courts. Coaching available. Contact info@mannamead.org.uk or phone 773652. Time Out Second and fourth Wednesday A group for individuals who are lonely and isolated. Come for a chat and make new friends. Plymstock United Church, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, from 1.30pm 3.30pm. Refreshments £1. Contact Lin: 07818 254527.
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City centre dementia friendly cafe and information hub is planned A unique project will see the launch of of a cafe and dementia information hub in Plymouth city centre in 2017. The new Moments Café will be opened in New George Street, next door to Plymouth City Council’s One Stop Shop. Memory Matters South West CIC have been working on the feasibility of the project for over 18 months and are now moving ahead with the next stage. A Crowdfunder appeal has already raised nearly £12,000, easily exceeding its target of £8,000. With the premises secured, leases signed and plans drawn up, the build stage will start over the next few months. The concept is a working bistro/café downstairs which is open to the public - with an environment for all to enjoy, but thoughtfully designed to be dementia friendly. Anyone can pop in for a cup of tea and reminisce or just enjoy looking at timelines around the walls, sitting in one of the specially designed decade zones, each with objects on display from
those eras. All the while enjoying home cooked familiar food that our parents and grandparents used to make. All profits will be returned to provide services to those with dementia in the community – ensuring a sustainable service that does not rely on grants and therefore will not suddenly end. The project will need everyone’s support to ensure its success Children can enjoy the historic feel of the cafe, students will enjoy the retro element and for others it may be a walk down memory lane! It will be a social venue to meet for coffee or lunch and a place where visitors can
Plymouth wins Dementia Friendly City award Plymouth has won the Dementia Friendly City of the Year award at the Alzheimers Society’s national awards in London. Plymouth Dementia Action Alliance, (PDAA), Plymouth City Council, Plymouth University and 60 organisations and businesses have been working together for the past five years to make the city more dementia friendly. At present, there are over 3,000 people with a diagnosis of dementia, living in Plymouth and this figure is predicted to rise to approximately 3,667 by 2020. The PDAA has an ever-growing membership of organisations from a wide variety of sectors across the city, such as: healthcare, emergency services, transport, education, defence, legal services, charities, faith groups etc. In the last few months, it has welcomed new members from the retail, finance, health and leisure sectors. Ian Sherriff, chairman of the PDAA and
Academic Partnership Lead for Dementia at Plymouth University, said, “Winning this award is a fantastic accolade and is in recognition for all the hard work, energy and passion that the people with dementia and their carers, PDAA membership, Plymouth City Council and Plymouth University have put in over the past five years. “This work has also been recognised by teams of public sector workers and academics from Japan, China, Italy and latterly, Holland.” If you would like to find out more about the Dementia Friendly work in Plymouth and how your organisation can get involved, contact the Dementia Friendly City Coordinator, Claire Puckey, on 01752 398922 or email claire.puckey@plymouth.gov.uk You can also sign up to be a Dementia Friend. The Alzheimer’s Society aims to create four million Dementia Friends by 2020. For more information visit: www. dementiafriends.org.uk
get information about dementia without the stigma. The Information Centre will be a space for advice, information and support for those looking for information, supported by Dementia Advisors from the Alzheimer’s Society.
work for Memory Matters in Plymouth. It will enable the not-for-profit operation to have a face and a voice within the community giving those with dementia and their carers the opportunity to discuss dementia in a non-threatening way.
The second floor will provide a range of services including Activity Day Clubs, information sessions, respite sessions, dementia training for the public, therapy rooms for visiting therapists and one to one sessions with a dementia support worker.
Memory Matters South West CIC already runs services for people with dementia in Plymouth and are able to discuss their needs at a grass roots level. To ensure its success they are keen to work alongside all delivery partners in the South West. For more information or to offer your support, please contact Kate Smith on 01752 875924.
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Council steps up its campaign on organ donation Plymouth City Council is calling on the Government to consider a ‘soft opt out’ system on organ donation, following the recent launch of the #TimeToSign organ donation campaign. The council has put forward a motion backing a move away from people having to ‘opt-in’ to organ donation, to the system backed by the British Medical Association (BMA) of a ‘soft opt out system’, under which there would be a presumption in favour of consent for organ donation unless a person had registered an objection in advance. This ‘soft opt out system’ has already been adopted in Wales and as well as the BMA, is backed by several major charities including the British Heart Foundation, Kidney Research UK, Diabetes UK, the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. The council is being backed in its call by Jillian Oxley from Plymouth, who lost her son Jon Paul, aged just 21, in 2012 to Cystic Fibrosis. Jillian said: “My son had waited 18 months for a lung transplant, but no suitable donor had been found. Although we did have five calls during that period from potential donors, sadly none were a suitable match. “I think we should have an opt-out system like they do in Wales and Scotland, but people do also need to speak to their loved ones about it. I have been campaigning since my son Jon Paul died in 2012 and presented a petition of 1,000 signatures to Jeremy Hunt, the Health Secretary. “ There are currently 17 people waiting for a transplant in Plymouth and nine people have died whilst waiting for a transplant over the past 5 years. Just this year, since April 2016, 11 people in Plymouth have received a transplant, while 149 have undergone a transplant in the past 5 years.
Pictured left to right at the Dementia Friendly Awards are Angela Rippon, OBE, Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador, Claire Puckey, Dementia Friendly City co-ordinator for Plymouth City Council, Councillor Lynda Bowyer, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care for Plymouth City Council, Darren Stoneman, senior community protection officer for Plymouth City Council, Ian Sheriff, chairman of the Plymouth Dementia Action Alliance, and Academic Partnership Lead for Dementia at Plymouth University, Matt Baker from British Gas (who presented the award), and Jeremy Hughes, chief executive of the Alzheimer’s Society
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“The BMA has been calling for this for some time and it is already the law in Wales, so let’s make it happen here as well. Between now and the end of December you will see our campaign in and around Plymouth.”
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Dr Ruth Harrell, Interim Director of Public Health for Plymouth City Council, said: “We urge everyone in Plymouth to get behind this campaign. Three people die in the UK every day while waiting for an organ transplant and in Plymouth alone, there are 17 people waiting for a transplant.
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“The BMA has long advocated a ‘soft’ opt-out system with safeguards for organ donation and they continue to believe this is the best option for the UK to reduce the shortage of organs. Under the BMA’s proposals, if an objection had not been registered by the deceased, family members would still be given the opportunity to confirm whether the individual had any unregistered objection, as an extra safeguard, before any procedures went ahead.” For more information on how to register now visit http://bit.ly/2gyEByr or call 0300 123 23 23
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Jack & Jills is a safe haven for children Recent research is claiming that the direction a life takes directly relates to the experiences and performance of the person as a young child, writes Karen Pilkington.
Whilst many of us will debate the findings of this recent report from New Zealand, it is good news to hear that Early Years Care and Education is being given the spotlight it deserves. One such organisation, Jack and Jills Childcare, the Royal Naval Preschool Learning Organisation Charity, is testimony to the passion and expertise that leaders in childcare and pre-school education now have. Jack and Jills has seven sites around the city with two sites based in Plymstock, operating collaboratively and a short walk away from each other. The Radford site, opened in 1985, is purpose built as a nursery and takes children from two years old; and the Goosewell site, opened in 2012, operates in a designated classrooms within Goosewell Primary School, so it is uniquely able to support the transition from pre school to primary.
feel safe and secure within the larger school setting and it’s routines, giving them the best possible start in their learning journey. Both sites work carefully together: many children begin in the Radford Jack and Jill’s pre-school before transitioning at 3 years to the Goosewell preschool in the academic year before Foundation.Those children that have attended Jack and Jills Radford will receive priority at Jack and Jills Goosewell. Both pre-schools are especially sensitive to the needs of families, recognising the Emotional Cycle of Separation both civilian and service families can experience when a loved one goes away.
The ECS is a well researched understanding of the traumas and emotional highs and lows experienced, not just by the adults in the family, but also by the children involved and is something that all the staff at both pre-schools have personal experience and professional training in recognising and supporting.
Goosewell School is one of the largest primaries in the area, with 625 children enrolled, so careful transition is vital for the many youngsters who will join one of the three Foundation classes.
Sarah Statham, manager of the Radford Jack and Jills recalls a recent event when a father who was expected home after an extended deployment did not return at the expected time explaining, “Most of the staff here are service spouses or ex service personnel and we completely empathise with these kind of situations. We are on hand with a cup of tea and a listening ear for all our families and we work closely with outside agencies offering all families support through difficult times.
Jack and Jills has been delivering an education programme that helps children
Sarah Pile, manager of the Goosewell pre-school agrees, adding, “Our staff are
very long standing and can provide fantastic support to children adapting to loved ones leaving and returning home after some time or being separated due to family break ups. We also provide an extra layer of support sending pictures and copies of reports to separated parents and can adapt to the individual needs of the family.
through the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum.
Both managers are keen to point out the particular benefits their respective buildings have to offer the children in their care.
Radford, taking up to 26 children has no less than three huge play areas: a secure playground Sarah Statham at the front where explains that in children are able to Radford the ratio practise cycling and of service and other gross motor civilian families skills; a free flow is roughly 50/50 play area at the rear meaning that which is open all there is a good year so children can grounding into take their learning the life of the outside whatever community for the weather. everyone “We invested in Both pre-schools waterproof suits offer an open recently, “said door policy when Sarah Pile (left) and Sarah Statham Sarah, as many of parents can our children enjoy come in and play with their children and look the experience of being outside in all kinds at their learning journals without the need for of weather” And, thanks to some intensive an appointment. fund raising with the families, Radford has a new climbing tower complete with slides, The standard of staff training is very high, as balance bridges and lots of fun ways for is the case in many pre-schools nowadays physical two year olds to let off steam, whilst ,and the charity strives to ensure that the developing their balance and motor skills – teaching remains at a good standard within so needed when outside play is becoming all the childcare settings. increasingly difficult to access in ways our Both Plymstock managers take on additional grandparents took for granted. roles within the organisation to promote best practice working with all the managers to ensure that all children’s individual needs are being met and helping them progress
Goosewell caters for 28 children in a large bright playroom with their own secure play area and free flow play area. The children
here also experience hot meals in the School canteen and regularly meet the staff and children in the Foundation classes of Goosewell School, with their activities mirroring the school year. Sarah Pile explained: “ We have a close relationship and connection to Goosewell school to get our children used to the much larger environment of a primary school in a safe and fun way. “Starting primary school is a big step for both the parent(s) and the child but the opportunities and support Jack and Jill’s are able to provide up until this point ensure that this is a smooth and positive experience for both the child and family alike, especially for those having to deal with separation as well.” Both pre-school managers reflect a pride and passion for their work that sets them and their organisation up as one of the really good providers of childcare in the city. A quote from the most recent Ofsted report said, “children make very good progress in their personal, social and emotional development.” And perhaps the best comment comes from Sarah Statham herself which is: “It’s a privilege to care for and educate our children and we all take great pride in this”. Both pre-schools welcome enquiries regarding admissions, currently have some places available and can be contacted on 01752 403394 (Goosewell) or 01752 481152 (Radford). Goosewell is open from 8.30am to 3.30pm and Radford from 9.15 to 3pm Mon – Thurs , Friday 9.15am to 11.45am both pre-schools are term time only.
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Bike hire hub launched at Plymouth railway station Great Western Railway has teamed up with a local bike hire company and an app developer to launch a new bike hire hub at Plymouth Station. The hub adds to the existing bike hire service provided by Plymouth Bike Hire at its base in Coypool, the start of the Plym Valley Trail. The new service will enabe rail users to get to great places in a sustainable way. Passengers can use the Donkey Republic bike app to locate, hire and unlock a bike 24/7; and all by using their phone. The new scheme was launched by Plymouth MP Oliver Colvile, City Council Leader Ian Bowyer, and representatives from the companies involved. Oliver Colvile said: “I am very pleased that Plymouth has a new bike scheme at Plymouth Station in conjunction with Plymouth Bike Hire. This move is great for the environment and for the people of Plymouth who want to enjoy the benefits of having a bike without having to buy one. There are lots of wonderful places to see and visit in Plymouth that can be accessed by bike.”
of the train.” Plymouth Bike Hire has expanded its traditional manned service and now provides unmanned bike hire using the popular Donkey Republic platform, Donkey. The app was designed by the bike loving people of Copenhagen and launched in 2015. It proved instantly popular and is now available in seven countries. Pictured at the launch of the new bike hub are (from left) Sara Rogers, station manager Ian Bowyer, Leader of Plymouth City Council, Mark Chorley, regional station manager, Andrew Thompson, Plymouth Bike Hire and Oliver Colvile, MP
‘Rewarding’ evening as a year of succ Stoke Damerel Community College has been marking its students’ achievements across the curriculum at its annual Celebration Evening. CSgt Lee Spencer RM was special guest speaker at the event where more than 150 students were recognised for their achievements in a range of subjects and their contribution to College life.
Cllr Bowyer added: “If you haven’t been on a bike for a few years, think about having a go. We’re getting more cycle friendly as a city and now have some incredible routes to try, including the new Laira rail bridge and the stunning waterfront route.
Cgst Spencer is a Royal Marine who lost his leg after he was hit by flying debris when he stopped to help the victims of a road accident in 2014.
“It’s good to see more cycle hire spring up for people to get pedalling – it’s great for both locals and visitors to see Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City from the saddle. “It’s particularly handy to have bikes at the rail station so that people can get on and get out there.”
Since his recovery he has travelled the country as a fundraiser and public speaker and spoke to the packed assembly hall, filled with students’ family and friends, about life beyond injury with the message that hard work, determination and a positive outlook can spell success.
Plymouth Station manager Mark Chorley said: “We, as a business and as individuals, have a responsibility to reduce the impact we have on our environment. “Working with Plymouth Bike Hire, I am delighted to help launch this service to our passengers and to encourage cycling while enabling more people to take advantage 10
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“I found the evening extremely rewarding,” he said. “I had an overwhelming impression of teachers that really care about their students and are prepared to invest in their success. Csgt Lee Spencer with award winner Aaron Aragon
“The enthusiasm from the teachers for extracurricular activities beyond the academic was clear to see, not only in the effort put into
Charity appeals for new carers Award winning Devon-based charity Shared Lives South West has appealed for new carers to join and support the organisation, following an influx of new users to its unique service. The charity offers accommodation, care and support, within the family homes of its Shared Lives carers to vulnerable adults. It carefully matches service users with its carers, taking into account lifestyle, location, hobbies and interests as well as ensuring their specific care needs can be met. Shared Lives helps adults provide long term accommodation and short breaks for people with
learning disabilities, mental health issues or other support needs such as dementia. With 300 carers currently on Shared Lives South West’s books and around 250 carers, the charity is continually growing and expanding. Plymouth carer Teresa Walker, who cares for three Shared Lives users in her home, loves her role as a carer. Before becoming a Shared Lives carer Teresa had a residential home, but when regulations and policies changed, she decided Shared Lives could be the way forward. “If it wasn’t for services like Shared Lives, I believe people would be lost in the system, which would be very sad,” said Teresa. “To have someone live with you and
make a real difference to their life is really rewarding. The support you get from Shared Lives is amazing and you never need to worry.” She said to be a Shared Lives carer you need three main qualities as a starting point. “You need to be patient, understanding and have the time to give,” said Teresa. Roma, who has lived with Teresa for almost 30 years, says she feels contented and happy. “I’m very happy here and I have the independence if I want it,” she said. To find out more SLSW call 01626 360170 or visit www.sharedlivessw. org.uk
Chocolate delights in Crownhill
Plymouth has a wealth of unsung business heroes, often working incredibly long hours on the front line serving customers, and then coming home to spend even more time dreaming up new and refreshing ideas to take their business forward. One such local entrepreneur is Ross Symons of Jollies Sweets in Crownhill Village. Ross has run the independent sweet store in the village for a number of years now, initially serving the trend for American makes of candy, as well as sweet shop favourites. He is now branching into an area of confectionery which is very much a passion for him – artisan Belgian chocolate. Having a keen palate himself, Ross was frustrated to see so many of us just grab a box of chocolates from the high street or supermarket without much thought. He explains that mass produced chocolate, even that which calls itself Belgian, is light years away from the real thing in terms of taste.
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Indeed eating high quality chocolate is a great way of keeping calorie intake down as one or two really beautiful chocolates can curb and satisfy that craving for something sweet, whereas you often find mindlessness takes over when you eat bland chocolates.
Plans for a bereavement suite at Derriford Hospital are going ahead – thanks to the efforts of a group of young legal professionals in the city. The Plymouth Junior Lawyers Division raised a total of over £4,260 for The Snowdrop Appeal, the neonatal and early life loss charity.
Belgian chocolate is made with 100% cocoa butter without any vegetable oils, which leaves a much fresher aftertaste in your mouth. Belgium invented the praline in 1912 and soon became known for making the best chocolates in the world. However, as with everything, quality now varies tremendously from mass produced for supermarkets to much smaller hand finished operations. Ross has researched his market carefully and buys stock from several firms, ensuring that he can maintain good variation, and the best possible quality for a reasonable price. One such firm, Confiserie Elise only make truffles, pralines and marzipans, so the quality and flavour has been honed over the years to produce a masterful product. Other brands that Ross sells are the world famous Pralibel, and Van Coillie, as well as English chocolatiers Kimberleys
The Appeal was launched by Greg and Jan Phillips in memory of their daughter Jasmine and in the same week that the cheque was presented to the couple they received the news that their efforts since 2009 have paid off. Sue Williams, director of midwifery and associate director of nursing at Derriford Hospital, has confirmed that Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust have now agreed that the development of the full bereavement suite will go ahead – much earlier than the couple had anticipated. Ross Symons with one of his chocolate boxes
who learnt the trade from Mr Van Coillie himself. Ross sells his chocolates from just 65p each and has one customer who pops in daily to pick up just 2 to have with her afternoon tea. He also stocks a no added sugar range made with Stevia that he asserts is indistinguishable from the real thing; as well as chocolate macaroons and sugar mice to name but a few.
And he has bought in some amazing boxes and packaging to create a bespoke and beautifully packaged gift for friends and family – although, of course everyone reading this will have already got Christmas well and truly sorted......or maybe not! Ross can be contacted at the shop at 26 Morshead Road, Crownhill Village, by calling 01752 396702, oe online at www.jollies-sweets.co.uk or on Facebook.
cess at Stoke Damerel is celebrated a fantastic evening, but more importantly in the polite confidence that the young students displayed throughout. That confidence comes from self-belief and it’s that self-belief that will ultimately enable the students to go forward and make a success of their lives.
Greg and Jen Phillips said: “The Plymouth Junior Lawyers Division had some crazy, wild and wacky events and put so much hard work and effort into raising money for our appeal. We cannot thank them enough for all their efforts and all of us at Snowdrop want to say a big thank you for everyone’s efforts.” The Plymouth Junior Lawyers Division is a network of young legal professionals who offer support to each other and promote the values and benefits of the legal profession in the city, by arranging networking and social events, and fundraising for their chosen charity of the year. The 2015-2016 committee year saw the efforts of the team from law firms across Plymouth raising much needed funds for the neonatal death and early life loss charity, the Snowdrop Appeal, in their bid to develop the bereavement suite at Derriford Hospital. The twelve strong team first hosted a number of events including a charity quiz at the Treasury, a Mad Hatters Tea Party at Plymouth Albion Rugby Club, which attracted 1300 people, a Great Gatsby Summer soiree at the Loft and a number of networking events.
“I hope that by telling my story, and being able to show that selfbelief, hard work and resilience in the face of adversity will always pay dividends, I will have been a very small part of their success.”
Helena Campbell of Wolferstans Solicitors, charities secretary for the committee said: “Being able to bring the community together for a sole cause was incredibly rewarding, and something we hope to repeat in future years.
Csgt Spencer’s speech to the audience of more than 400 students, staff and parents was part of a packed evening which featured a variety of video and musical performances - including an impressive rendition of Nessun Dorma by Year 8 student Sam Rickard - as well as the presentation of a number of special annual awards, including the Roma French Award.
“Greg and Jen are an inspiring couple and it was a pleasure to work alongside them and raise funds and help them to reach their goal.”
“More than 150 of our students were recognised for their hard work by the whole teaching staff from every curriculum area and there were 250 proud family members present on the night to give their support to them all,” said Assistant Vice Principal Steve Giles, who organises the event each year. “I’d like to thank our students, their families and our staff for all the effort they put into making this such a special evening.”
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Csgt Lee Spencer with award winner Jasmine Williams
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• REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • • continued from page 8 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. Community Activities Various dates Evening events at Keyham Community Sports Hall, Drake Primary School, Saltash Road. Monday: Karate classes suitable for children/families and adults. 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday: Keep fit classes. Making exercise fun and easy to do. 6.15pm to 7.15pm; Wednesday: Yoga classes. Beginners/intermediate - first tester session free. 7pm to 8.30pm. The Community Sports Hall has spaces available for hire, for further information contact Roy Burt Sports Development Coordinator at the school on 01752 567649. 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 Laira Youth Brass Band Thursdays The City’s premier youth brass band meets at Woodford Methodist Church (next to the school) on Thursdays from 7.15 to 8.45 pm. Open to all youngsters from age eight upwards. Contact Tony Hollick on 01752 216784 for details. 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. 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 3” The 3rd 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. Celtic Music with a Twist Every First Thursday Kitty O’Hanlon’s, 9pm. Three Strand Minstrels play lively Celtic acoustic music at Kitty O’Hanlon’s. Woodside Animal Welfare Trust Elfordleigh Your local sanctuary for most types of unwanted domestic pets. Good homes always needed - have a look at lovely animals, and what we do on www.woodsidesanctuary. org.uk. We don’t destroy any animal unless it’s beyond veterinary help or dangerous and we have special units for elderly residents. Please don’t allow your pet to breed, ask us for friendly advice, or about our spay and neuter scheme for owners on benefit instead. Tel 01752 347503. 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. The Boys Brigade Various dates For more information visit www.plymouth.boys-brigade. org.uk. 1st Plymouth - Salisbury Road Baptist Church 12
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Vickie’s key role in new ambitious arts project Five city arts organisations have appointed a producer for an ambitious arts project to take place in Plymouth in 2017.
Al-Anon Family Groups Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? A fellowship to help families and friends of alcoholics. Local meetings. Confidential Helpline 020 7403 088 www.al-anonuk.org.uk
The Plymouth Visual Art Programming Group (PVAPG) in conjunction with curator Simon Morrissey, has selected Vickie Fear as producer for a multi-site art exhibition We The People (are the work).
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PVAPG is a partnership between The Gallery at Plymouth College of Art, Plymouth Arts Centre, Peninsula Arts at Plymouth University, KARST and Plymouth City Council. Vickie Fear will be leaving her role as Plymouth Arts Centre’s assistant curator. She has worked at the Centre since 2012, when she moved to the city from Bristol. Vickie also works as¬†one of the organisers of Counter, the Plymouth art book fair and was chair of Visual Arts Plymouth in 2016. We The People (are the work) is a city-wide exhibition that will build connections between the people of Plymouth and internationally renowned artists. The city will be transformed by a series of newly commissioned temporary artworks that question engagement with politics and identity. In the wake of recent global events, it asks what are the differences and shared experiences that shape society? We The People (are the work) is curated by Simon Morrissey and presented by PVAPG and is part of Horizon, a two-year visual arts programme in Plymouth (Fridays); 2nd Plymouth - Ridgeway Methodist Church (Mondays); 4th Plymouth - St Jude’s Church Halls (Wednesdays); 5th Plymouth - Mount Gould 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 11-18yrs (6.30-9pm). Our programme is very varied and includes craftwork, cookery, games, computer work, interactive challenges, sports competitions, sponsored fundraising and much more plus the year ending event - summer camp(8yrs+). Many of the skills learnt here can help prepare them for adult life. Interested - then come along to the church on Friday or contact Hugh Porter, 01752 667513, or email porterbb@ blueyonder.co.uk for further information 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 http//:7plymouth. boys-brigade.org.uk Mini Matts Parents & Toddler Group Mondays St Matthias Church Hall on the corner of Clifton Street & Bedford Park. 1.30pm to 3pm £1 per family per session. (during term time). 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 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 from 10.30am. We welcome experts and beginners of all ages. Contact Mary 01752 200047 for details.
Legion Club Tailyour Road, Crownhill. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 9.30am for 10am.Our programme includes guest speakers at each of our monthly meetings. Other club activities, where wives and partners are very welcome, happen regularly, include monthly pub lunches and outings to places of interest during the summer months. Just come along. For further details please contact Jim Gettings on 661450 or Richard Hill on 318704.
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supported by Arts Council England's 'Ambition for Excellence’ programme. In November 2015, Simon Morrissey was appointed as curator of the project. Simon is a curator and the director of Foreground, a commissioning arts organisation.His curated projects have been commissioned by leading public institutions and commercial galleries. Led by Plymouth Culture with support from Plymouth University, Horizon is a collaborative programme developed in partnership with Plymouth College of Art, Plymouth Arts Centre, KARST, Plymouth City Council and Visual Arts Plymouth. Pennycross Friendship Group Thursdays The group meet every Thursday at 2pm in the Pennycross Methodist Church, Pridham Lane off Beauchamp Road, Peverell. Interesting speakers and outings. New members always welcome. For details 01752 362099. Plymouth Philatelic Society First Wednesday of every month St. Edwards Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell from 7pm to 9pm. For details contact Martin on 01752 781252 or David on 01752 402981. Sequenced Dance Saturdays St Gabriels Church Hall, Hyde Park 7.30pm to 10pm Modern Sequence Dancing Tuesdays and Wednesdays Sequence dancing for all. Further details 01752 493311. 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 more information visit www.pmhc.co.uk The 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 The Rainbow Experience First Tuesday of each month Social/Support group for older lesbian,gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people (50ish and over) living in and around Plymouth. Meet at Plymouth Arts Centre, Looe Street, Plymouth, (near Bretonside bus station) at 2.30 pm on the first Tuesday of the month. It provides a safe, non judgemental and encouraging atmosphere for LGBT people to meet and share experiences. For more information contact David on 07722 019423. Mums and Babies Tuesdays Mums and Babies is a support group for mums with babies from birth to eight months old. Come and meet other new mums and enjoy being spoilt by our sympathetic leaders with tea, coffee, biscuits and a listening ear. £2 a session. We meet at Hope Baptist Church Hall, Peverell Corner, Plymouth from 1pm to 2.30pm. For more information ring the church office on 01752 708090. Drake Probus Club Third Tuesday each month Are you a retired professional or businessman? If so we have a number of vacancies for membership. We invite you to come along to a meeting of the club at the Royal British
Parent & 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. Toddler Group Thursdays Plymouth Christian Centre 9.30am to 11 am, term time only £1.50 per family. Contact Liz Crudgington on 661019 for details or see the www.plymouthchristiancentre.org Ballroom & Social Sequence Dancing Various dates Plymstock Community Centre every Tuesday afternoon 2pm until 4pm and every third Monday of the month from 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Details 01752 251313 or 01752 668017. Weekly Bingo Thursdays Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Jude’s 7pm. Entrance £1. Tea and biscuits 20p. Draw tickets on sale. Club Focus Camera Club Mondays Meets at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth. Meets every Monday from 7pm to 9pm. Contact Membership Secretary 01752 231139 Website www.clubfocusplymouth.co.uk Second-hand book stall Every second Saturday in the month 2pm-3.30 pm, at Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street. In aid of The Motor Neurone Disease Association 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 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 Watercolour Group Every Friday 10am to 12 noon at Onward House, 55 Greenbank Road, Plymouth. To join this friendly group just come along or ring the group leader Ray on 01 752 300633 for more information. 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. Prince Rock Dog Training Club Puppies to adult classes, obedience training, socialisation. St Matthias Church Hall on Monday and Tuesday evenings, from 7.15pm. More details phone 01752 772411. Line Dancing Tuesday Evenings. All levels, from beginner to advanced. 99 per cent country music. Very friendly club. Pennycross Methodist Church Hall, Beauchamp Rd Peverell Tel: Mike 07854 699683. 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
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Plymouth Clarion Choir (Male Voice) Tuesdays Rehearsals between 7.30pm and 9.30pm at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall. Seeking to fill vacancies in all sections. For details call Darell Jago on 01752 266434. This year is the choir’s centenary. Community Herb Clinic Tuesdays 1-3pm Onward House, Greenbank Road. Walk-in for free general health advice or phone for appointments. Herbal medicine can be used in the treatment of any medical condition in an effective, integrated (and affordable) way to suit you. Details Sara Hills 01752 872960 www.herbs-work. 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. Jelly Tots Baby & Toddler Group Fridays 9.30am to 11 am at St Budeaux Baptist Church (during Term Time). £1.50 per Family www.stbudeauxbaptist.org.uk Plymouth Writers Circle Tuesdays Do you have a problem with plotting or characterisation. The Plymouth Writers Circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 7pm to 9pm at the Plymstock Community Centre (except in the summer holidays). 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 Fitness and fun touch rugby Wednesdays Central Park Rugby Pitches 6.45pm-7.45pm OPM Rugby is the official Touch Rugby club for Plymouth. Come along and enjoy a great welcome. No rugby experience required. Have fun, get fit and make new friends. More details phone Ernie on 07809 209571 or www.opmrugby.com. Coffee Afternoon Thursdays Mainstone Community Centre hold a weekly coffee afternoon every Thursday at 2pm Regular events at Oasis, Stonehouse Monday and Tuesday Basic Computer course 9.30am to 11.30am free; Tuesday Art for all: try out a new skill 10am to 12 noon Tuesday Coffee morning; Thursday morning Spreadsheets and other computer skills; Thursday 10am to 12 noon art group; Thursday 2.30pm to 4.30pm Brush up on English; Friday afternoon 1.30pm to 4pm Job Club; First Friday of the month 4.30pm to 6pm Messy Church. Devonport Park Community Choir Mondays A friendly mixed group of singers meet in the Pavilion Cafe in Devonport Park every Monday evening from 6-7.30pm. Cost is £3 per session. No previous experience necessary. For more details telephone 318087. 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 Guitar Classes Guitar lessons for children aged from 6 - 12 years. Taught in small groups of 2 or 3. Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 3.45 or 4.30pm Fridays at 4pm Saturdays between 9.30 - 4pm For more details Tel: 01752 216456. Classes held in the Woodford area. Carers Support Group Last Tuesday of the month 14
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and supporting and developing people and places, the business is committed to growing social enterprises to unlock potential and create opportunities. RIO also developed the SEQ, the world’s first social enterprise qualification.
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Are you a carer? Would you like somewhere to go for advice & info, to relax & unwind with other Carers? Come to our drop in session at St Budeaux Library 10am- 1pm on the last Tuesday of the month.
View Community Resource Centre Barne Barton. Open to any parent or carer who can get to us. For further information please visit Make a Difference Plymouth on Facebook or call Kerry on 07599996389.
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: Mobile: 07742 983311
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 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.
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
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.
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. CoGS Kids Club Wednesdays in term time For primary age children at the Church Hall of The Good Shepherd, Marine Rd, Oreston at 3.30pm. Games, cookery. craft, stories, films. For details contact Steve on 213358 or Sue on 480568. Beit Ezra Saturdays We are an informal group looking at the Jewish roots of Christianity and the place of the Jewish people and Israel today. We meet from 4pm to 5:30pm at Kinterbury House, Kinterbury St, Plymouth. For details see www.beit-ezra.org.il or email david@beit-ezra.org.il Make A Difference, Plymouth Fridays in term time Support group for parents or carers in Plymouth of children with disabilities or special additional needs either diagnosed or still going through the process. From 10am at Tamar
Penlee Local Art and Craft Group Wednesdays Meet at the Diggin It Meeting Room at Penlle from 12 noon until 2pm. All welcome. This is a group for all levels of artistic or craftworkers to make friends and socialise, exchange ideas and perhaps even organise local exhibitions. Small contribution to room hire needed depending on numbers. Please telephone Teresa if you are interested on 07955 476727. Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group Second Thursday of the month The Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group aims to offer friendship and support to anyone who is affected by Lymphoma (Hodgkins or Non Hodgkins Disease), whether patient (past or present), carer, family member or friend, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Derriford Hospital Health and Leisure Centre from 3pm to 4.30 pm. For more information, please call Pam on 01752 785094 or Scott on 01752 661035 Plymouth Youth Cycling Various days Free coaching for 10-16 yr olds. Thursdays (mountain bikes) 5pm-6.30pm Life Centre and various locations across Plymouth; Wednesdays HMS Raleigh (road racing bikes). We can teach you manuals and jumps and how to ride like the Tour de France winners. No fancy gear needed. Bike, helmet and a sense of adventure! For locations and times find us on Facebook. Singing 4 Fun Thursdays 2pm - 3.30pm We welcome new members. St Pauls Church, Torridge Way, Efford from 2pm to 3.30pm. For more details contact Janette 07854 850830 Rainbow Singers Saturdays Come and join our happy band of rainbow singers sharing singing, fellowship and prayer. We meet at St Gabriel’s
Church at 10.15 am most Saturdays. For more information please call 01752 262600 Broadway Organ Society Third Wednesday of the month Organ concerts held at Plymstock Community Centre, top of Broadway car park. Concerts start at 7.45pm. Everyone welcome. 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 The 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 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 7.309.45p.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. Stay & Play Toddler Group Wednesday mornings during term time St Mary’s Church Pre-School, St Mary’s Church Parish Centre, Market Road, Plympton. 9.15am to 11.15am. Group is run by friendly and experienced early years practitioners from St Mary’s Church pre-school that was given an overall Outstanding outcome by Ofsted (July 2011). New and expectant parents welcome. A one-off donation per week to cover costs of £1.50 per adults (children under 12 months) £2 per adult (children over 12 months). Includes refreshments. Telephone 01752 348525 Mobile No: 07527 734990. Exercise Classes Various days For over 60’s and less abled people. Plymstock United Church, Plymstock Road Tuesdays 9.30am to 10.45am and 11am to 12 noon. Thursdays Life Centre 1.45pm-2.45pm. Run by Birgitta Whight. Contact 01752 408951. Rainbow Group Tuesdays The group meets at Mount Gould Church from 4.45pm to 5.45pm for girls aged from five to six and a half. For more information contact 07913697767 Sequence Dancing for All Saturdays St Gabriel’s Church Hall, Hyde Park Peverell, 7.30pm to 10pm. With tea and biscuits. Everyone welcome. 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 Sounds Musical Theatre Company Wednesdays Founded in 1911, we are a friendly, diverse group of people who love Musical Theatre and produce two shows a year. In March/April we perform our annual full musical production, with a musical revue in October. Rehearsals are every Wednesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm in Oreston Methodist Church Hall, Plymstock Road, Oreston. Visit www. soundsmusicaltheatrecompany.co.uk for more information. Contact and Conversation Tuesdays
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• REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • continued from page 14 Every Tuesday at 2pm at St Barnabas Church, next to the doctor’s surgery off Stuart Road. Contact, conversation, tea and cakes. Everyone welcome, free to all. 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. Central Park Dog Walkers Association Daily Meet at 10am and 2pm every day at the Golf Cafe near Plymouth Life Centre. Very friendly and informal. For help and advice for all ages. Ford Park Cemetery Gardening Club Third Sunday of the month The Club meets outside the Visitor Centre at 11.30am and is always looking for new members. If you have a few hours spare, why not go along and join them. Sunday Sale Second Saturday of the month Book stall, games, refreshments and bric-a-brac sale, 2pm to 4pm Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street, Plymouth. All in aid of Alzheimer’s Society and CHICKS’. Beavers, Cubs and Scouts Thursdays Tavy Lodge Scout Centre, off LissonGrove, Mutley. Contact 01752 666706 or 9th21stplymouthscoutgroup@gmail.com 5-6pm Beavers; 6.15-7.30pm Cubs; 7.45 - 9.15pm Scouts. Open to young people from the ages of 6 to 14. Come along and join the winter adventures. Bumps & Babes Group Fridays Make new friends with other parents and parents-to-be. A weekly group welcoming all parents, parents-to-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 Self defence classes Small but well-respected martial arts club. Classes most nights of the week at St Mary the Virgin Church, Federation Road, Laira. Classes for children and adults. For details visit www.budosocietymusashi.co.uk or call 07742 834366. Plymstock & District Art Society (PANDAS) Pandas is a small friendly group of amateur painters meeting for two hours (7.30-9.30pm) every Wednesday fortnight at the Radford Family Centre, Plymstock. Members paint and draw in all media and enjoy occasional demonstrations and models. We are not a teaching class but help each other and have programme of themed evenings. Each year our annual exhibition takes place in Plymstock Library. New members are always given a warm welcome so please contact Mike on 794281. 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 RAF Association (Plymouth Branch) The association are hoping this year to increase the membership of RAFA, that means approaching ex-members of the RAF and serving members. If any of you know of friends or relations who may wish to join please get in touch. Branch committee meetings will be held as usual on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Dates for 2016 Oct 26, Nov 23, and Dec 14, to which old and new members are invited, should they have any problems or wish to join up. Meetings are held at Raffles Club, Ermington Terrace, Mutley Plain, Plymouth at 6.30 pm. For details contact the branch secretary on 07722 338090 especially prospective new members. South Devon Decorative & Fine Arts Society (SDDFAS) We are part of NADFAS, the National Association, and have over 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 some new members and introductory guest visits are available. Visit www. southdevondfas.org.uk for programme information and other details. Plym Valley Branch of the British Sugarcraft Guild Third Monday of the month Meets on the third Monday of the month at 7.30pm at Norley Hall, 70-74 Plymstock Road, Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9
Minister of State visits newly opened Studio School building on-site at Marjon Nick Gibb MP, Minister of State for Schools recently paid an official visit to the newly opened Plymouth Studio School building on-site at Marjon.
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 Minister joined with Johnny Mercer MP, to meet with students, tour the new £4.2 million facility and try out some of the school’s ‘state-of-the-art’ sports performance equipment in its High Performance Sports Zone. The specialist Academy school for 14 – 19 year olds opened in temporary accommodation on-site at Marjon in September 2015. It offers a unique curriculum for up to 300 students to combine academic focus,with high level sports performance or careers in sport – a sector which already employs over 50,000 people in the South West and is set to grow. The school is one of 36 Academy schools of its kind across the UK specialising in small class sizes, personalised learning and giving students the skills they need to succeed in the workplace, in specialised industry sectors and higher education career paths. It is one of the first to be located on a University Campus. As well as the new building facilities, the school’s Sports Performance and Sports Coaching & Development Programmes give young athletes access to Olympic
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and Commonwealth level coaching, additional world-class sports facilities at Marjon, and mentoring and work experience opportunities alongside their academic timetable. It’s this approach which has already attracted some of the City’s and region’s top young athletes competing at national, international and GB team level, including divers Matt Dixon and Cody PowellTuckett, Modern Pentathlete Kay Bryson and Taekwondo champions, Tate Budge and Rhys Roffey together with top Leander club swimmers. Mr Gibb MP, Minister for Schools described the £4.2million school, which only opened in November 2016, as ‘impressive’ and ‘a wonderful building’. He said it was ideal for the ‘inspirational and very ambitious’ students he had met, and said: “It’s part of the broad range of choice for youngsters and parents.” Dr Karen Cook, acting vice
7PB. We are a friendly group of likeminded people of varying ages and skills, from beginners to the very experienced. We hold various demonstrations and/or workshops each week from flower making to how to stack a cake. For details contact Ursula Brown 07801 824517 or 661780 or Ros Hawkins 01752 408759. Website https://bsgregion6.com Dartmoor Rambling Club Enjoy the countryside and get exercise by walking and talking with our club. As well as Dartmoor we walk the countryside and coast. Wednesday walks are 8 to 10 miles by public transport and also some weekend walks- eg. Buckland Monachorum, Lydford, Hemerdon Mine, Three Barrows, River Lynher. Call Russell 01752 266608 for more info. Plympton Moving On Stroke Club Alternate Wednesdays Meet at The Rise, George Lane, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 1JL 10.30am to 12.30pm. There is a small charge to cover the rent of the room, and for refreshments £2 per person. We tend to have a speaker one week, and an activity the next. Contacts Tony Stoneman 07834276371; Steve Sargent 07944691482; President Gloria Ward 01752 776978 and Chair Janine Capstack. Website www.pmosc.btck.co.uk 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
chancellor at Marjon said: “We’re extremely excited about being one of the first Universities ever to have an Academy School facility on campus and about the opportunities this provides for our own students and staff to get involved in inspiring and supporting Plymouth Studio School students on their chosen career and higher education paths across sport, business and health.” As part of his tour of the new building, the Minister also tried out the school’s state of the art ‘Neurotracker’ equipment which is used to train top athletes, including Manchester United footballers, and the military in mental agility and focus and the school’s specialist indoor pistol shooting range. There are only a total of 100 Year 10 and Year 12 places for September 2017. Contact info@ plymouthstudioschool.co.uk to book a tour and appointment or visit www. plymouthstudioschool.co.uk.
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MONEY MA££ERS with Tony Jopson
2017: So what now?
Debt Advice update Citizens Advice Plymouth works with the Money Advice Service Debt Advice Project and from the beginning of January to the end of November 2016 they had 1185 debt enquiries. This is only over one project, in one organisation of the four branches of the Advice Plymouth Partnership. As you can see Citizens Advice is no stranger to the problems people face regarding debt and there’s usually an influx of enquires after the Christmas period. In January 2016 106 debt enquires were received as part of MASDAP. Christmas is a fantastic time of year to celebrate love and family, however there’s always a temptation to overspend and for many people they simply can’t afford to. This overspending and management of finances leads to debt across the board for all expenses. A common problem seen at Advice Plymouth around Christmas is Credit Card debt, which people are unable to pay back. Over 70% of Britons surveyed by National Debtline said they used a credit card to pay for presents. The more prominent and perhaps more concerning issue is when an individual can’t afford to pay household bills such as council tax and utilities due to overspending at Christmas. The National Debtline survey found that 1 in 20 - around two and a half million people - missed a payment on everyday household bills in order to fund Christmas spending. These debts alone are stressful enough, but coupled with credit card debt it’s easy to see how an individual can feel overwhelmed by expenses they can’t afford to pay back. This situation can quickly become very serious and
By Gary Neeves of Advice Plymouth
if you’re in this situation you should get advice from the Advice Plymouth Partnership straight away. Sorting out debts can be complicated and creditors can sometimes be difficult to deal with but an adviser will be able to help you work out what’s the best thing to do. Call 03444 111 444 to begin finding a way forward. Planning, budgeting and organisation are really important to avoid getting into debt at Christmas and beyond. Debts can easily become a way of life if you’re not careful so be prepared! Here are Advice Plymouth’s top ten tips for managing spending: 1. Plan early – create a budget 2. Don’t forget the everyday bills – this is how debt occurs; thinking you have money to spend and nothing to spend on utilities 3. Keep things simple – pay outright by cash, cheque or debit card. Don’t take out extended credit agreements unless they really do work out cheaper 4. Don’t rely on an overdraft – talk to your bank first 5. Buy safe –don’t buy from unauthorised traders or borrow from unauthorised lenders 6. Shop around – find the best price 7. Do your own credit checks – compare credit card terms. Budget for all costs and put payment dates in your diary! 8. Read the small print – hidden extras may appear in any credit agreement 9. Be organised – if you’ve borrowed money it won’t be long before payment is due and pay on time! 10. Start planning and saving for next Christmas.
Well what a (leap) year 2016 was! Plenty to be concerned about – the ongoing crisis in Syria; the threat of ISIS; what exactly does ‘Brexit’ mean (apart from ‘Brexit’ of course – thanks for that Mrs May!); what will Donald Trump’s election mean, and the ongoing financial pressures and austerity measures. Yet some slightly more encouraging things too - the Queen turned 90; the Rio Olympics brought much of the world together; Andy Murray’s success, Pokemon made people get up and ‘go’ – and no doubt many more examples that never make the news about organisations and individuals who work for, care for and otherwise help and serve their friends, families, neighbours and the wider community.
So much for the ‘wider world’ and things ‘out there’ – what about our own Plymouth based lives - and the reality of those resolutions we may have made loom large…….no more chocolate, lose weight, join a gym, make a bigger effort to get on with relatives etc. Any resolution we make requires discipline to maintain – at the end of the day it is up to us if we keep to these resolutions – we decide – it is not the government’s fault or our spouses’ fault or our friend’s fault or even God’s fault if we don’t follow through and do what we say we will. Here’s a suggestion for 2017 – let’s reduce as much of our debt as we can and even clear it completely if possible. “The borrower is the servant of the lender”, says a well respected book and this is true at individual and
international levels.
Talking internationally, there still exists the potential for Euro-zone meltdown or a big bank collapse. We don’t really know the effect this will have. All we do know is that putting our ultimate security in such institutions is ill advised. Who can we blame if there is an international financial collapse? Well, at the end of the day a country is made up of the individuals in it and the combination of individual decisions results in the country’s overall position. When G K Chesterton and a number of other prominent authors were asked by The Times newspaper at the turn of the 20th century to write an essay headed ‘what’s wrong with the world’, he wrote a simple insightful response thus: Dear Sirs I am Sincerely yours, G K Chesterton He was right – except he could have added ‘and so is everyone else’ - it is human beings who are responsible for the problems of the world, directly or indirectly, with our selfish attitudes, borrowing and consumption patterns – but all is not lost - let’s resolve in 2017 to do what we can at our local level to spend, save and (especially) relate better. Dealing with debts may require a long-term plan and may not yield instant results but it is definitely worth the effort for the freedom that can ultimately result. If you do have personal or business debt problems you might appreciate seeing someone locally rather than phoning one of the internet based remote organisations that will only deal with you by phone. In my firm we deal mainly with business
related debt but apart from ourselves, here are the contact details of some organisations offering local sources of help: Christians Against Poverty (Plymouth) 0800 328 0006 (freephone) CAP Money website: www.capmoney.org.uk Plymouth Focus 01752 669785 www.plymouthfocus.co.uk Citizens advice (Plymouth) 0844 8269717 Tony Jopson, FCA Insolvency Consultant, 246 Peverell Park Road, Plymouth, PL3 4QG Telephone: 01752 775068 tony@tonyjopson.co.uk
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PLYMOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION (PEA) carries out practical conservation throughout Devon and Cornwall during weekdays and weekends. Projects include tree-planting, hedge-laying, coppicing, dry-stone walling, wildlife pond creation, species surveys, and beach cleans to name a few! Get involved, gain skills and experience in countryside management and conservation! www.pea-volunteering.co.uk 07749 818160 CARE WORKERS - Peninsula Care Devon have positions of employment available working as Community Care Workers in the areas of Ivybridge, Cornwood, Yelverton, Horrabridge and Dowsland. There are Full and part time positions available and at differing times of the day. So if you are interested or just want to make an inquiry, please give us a call on 01752 695448 and talk to a member of the team or Email us on peninsulacaredevon@btconnect.com WORK FROM HOME - Mels Magic makeup team are looking for individuals who would like to earn some extra money selling a well known brand Avon, we are offering £350 worth of products for free. Hours to suit, discounts on your favourite band , great commission. Why not become a representative or sales leader today you don’t even have to go door to door and you have your own personal on line shop please contact Mel 07950006144 for more information on this great opportunity. EXPERIENCED CLEANERS - £8 an hour. Regular work, with the same clients, in the same place and at the time each week. Ability to fit your work life around family and other commitments. You pick the hours, the
places of work and we do the rest. Call Plamen on 07414 675998. DOMESTIC CLEANER - Up to 14hrs/wk Need experience and car. Tel 369933 CLEANERS FOR PRIVATE HOMES - If you have good job or personal references and preferably a car and DBS (Police Check), we have clients who will appreciate you. Choose how many hours you want to work. You can do regular or occasional jobs or both – it’s up to you. To earn £8.50 an hour (Blitz:occasional) cleans £10 an hour) please call 01752 395900. VOLUNTEER – required to assist/accompany disabled lady, either to drive her to school to collect daughter; driving/accompany her to gym/swimming; accompany her on walks ives Hartley. One or two afternoons per week. Ring Liz on 01752 656 136 PART TIME HOUSEKEEPERS – wanted by Bright & Beautiful Plymouth. Eco-friendly domestic cleaning company looking for cleaners with good references, a love of housekeeping, driving licence and a car. Fully employed role, holiday pay. Hours occur between 9-5, Mon - Fri. Please call Lucy 07927 405428. VOLUNTEERS WANTED – We are looking for dog lovers to look after other peoples dogs while they are away. This is not a job but a very rewarding hobby. Expenses paid. Please contact Jennifer 01752 769453
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Every January we at Cross Rhythms endeavour to start this column off with a focus on the person of Jesus Christ as the foundation of the Christian faith. Both divine and human, Jesus is the Cornerstone and Foundation of Christianity. According to ancient scripture, the Bible; historic tradition; history itself and the belief of orthodox biblical Christianity through the ages, He is the very focus of global Christianity. The Christian faith is in fact the world’s largest NGO. ‘Madman, liar or Son of God..’ those are the options of opinion open to us when we consider the claims Jesus makes about himself, said CS Lewis (probably one of the greatest Christian thinkers and writers of the 20th century). For Christians, Jesus is the one and only Son of God, he has existed with the Father and the Holy Spirit for all eternity, and He came to earth as a man 2,000 years ago in the mysterious act we call the incarnation – quite literally, Heaven invaded Earth. But who is Jesus to you and me? A couple of hundred years ago, Napoleon Bonaparte had this to say, acknowledging that Jesus was greater than any of the mighty political or military leaders throughout history: “I know men and I tell you that Jesus Christ is no mere man. Between Him and every other person in the world there is no possible term of comparison. Alexander, Caesar, Charlemagne, and I have founded empires. But on what did we rest the creation of our genius? Upon force. Jesus Christ founded His empire upon love; and at this hour millions of
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men would die for Him.” Napoleon Bonaparte of property He had on earth – His coat. When gone, and today He is a centrepiece of the He was dead, He was laid in a borrowed human race and leader of the column of In 1926 Dr James Francis wrote the following: grave through the pity of a friend. progress. “Here is a man who was born in an obscure village, the child of a peasant woman. He “Nineteen long centuries have come and I am far within the mark when I say that all grew up in another village. He worked in a the armies that ever marched, all the navies carpenter shop until He was thirty. Then for that were ever built; all the parliaments that three years He was an itinerant preacher. ever sat and all the kings that ever reigned, put together, have not affected the life of man “He never owned a home. He never wrote upon this earth as powerfully as has that one a book. He never held an office. He never solitary life.” had a family. He never went to college. He never put His foot inside a big city. He never And in the ‘90s, mainstream artist Joan travelled two hundred miles from the place Osborne had a hit with the song ‘What if God He was born. He never did one of the things (Was One of Us)’. If you’ve never read the that usually accompany greatness. He had no lyrics, I’d encourage you to Google them. The credentials but Himself... song has challenging words, like “...and would you want to see; if seeing meant you had to “While still a young man, the tide of popular believe; in things like heaven and Jesus and opinion turned against him. His friends ran the Saints; and all the Prophets...?” away. One of them denied Him. He was turned over to His enemies. He went through Those are thought provoking words. the mockery of a trial. He was nailed upon a I have no idea what Osborne believes cross between herself, but her two thieves. Chris Cole, is the founder of Cross Rhythms charity. He is also a Fellow song shows While He was a profound of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA). Listen to his Cross Rhythms dying His and honest Experience programmes on 96.3FM or online at www.crossrhythms.co.uk/ executioners search after the gambled for plymouth. Also, download Cross Rhythms Plymouth app from Google identity of God. the only piece Play and the Apple app store.
For me, He’s already shown us the answer. He did become like one of us, in Jesus. He became like us to the point of taking all our worst problems and character traits called sin onto himself through the cross. Why? So, we would not have to bear it forever and can therefore enjoy a relationship now with a perfect loving Father, and so we can go home to heaven too. All that and more, recorded in ancient scripture, shows us what God is like and how outrageously he loves us. Yet Jesus is far more than the One who became one of us and lived a humble, vulnerable life, a life submitted to his Father in Heaven, that ended in death on a cross and the apparent defeat of everything he valued in the face of religious persecution. He is so much more than that. He is God Himself and has existed for all time and beyond time. He created us and the world we live in. He beat death in a fight based in hell itself, and He rose from that horrendous place to establish a constantly growing group of men, women and children on the earth who would carry on where he left off, in the power and love of His Holy Spirit. He returned home to a throne beside his Father’s in heaven and his Father has put him fully in charge of everything that He created. He has promised he will one day return to finally bring his peace and the rule of righteous Love in the world. Prophetic scripture confirms this. Like I said, much more than just a man like one of us... yet he became that too, in an act of supreme humility and courage, because of his outrageous love for you, and me. Now that’s who I think Jesus is, and I believe it’s who the Bible says he is... what about you? From all of us at Cross Rhythms. Have a powerful and influential 2017, especially in these challenging times.
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Leader of Plymouth City Council Ian Bowyer, along with key partners from the Building Plymouth network have officially launched the search to find Plymouth’s construction apprentice of the year 2017.
City College painting and decorating apprentice, Philip Orme, 23, from Barne Barton, has beaten the best in the country to take the Johnstone’s Young Painter of the Year title.
The award acknowledges and celebrates an apprentice’s exceptional contribution to their workplace, and recognise their commitment to the apprenticeship experience. The annual award is known as The Ron Simmonds Construction Apprentice of the Year trophy. Ron Simmonds was a former Alderman and Mayor of the City and trained as an apprentice bricklayer, the trophy pays tribute to the contribution he made to Plymouth. The award in his memory seeks to acknowledge and celebrate an apprentice’s exceptional contribution to their workplace, and recognise their commitment to the apprenticeship experience.
Philip claimed his place in the national final after winning one of the regional heats that took place across the UK earlier this year. The final of the prestigious competition took place at the annual National Painting and Decorating Show, held at Ricoh Arena in Coventry. Philip was up against seven other students in the race for the national title. Each finalist had to paint a wall panel, door and framework, and apply stencils, all while abiding by technical specifications. “Philip is a real asset to the College,” said painting and decorating lecturer at City College, Syd Dart. “His hard-working attitude and love for what he does are inspirational and we consider him to be a great ambassador for our trade. Previously earning second place at last year’s regional heat, Philip is fully deserving of the national title this time round. “This competition offers young people a fantastic opportunity to showcase their skills on a national stage and help further their careers. The standard shown by the competitors is proof that the industry is in safe hands and we couldn’t be prouder of Philip, who has proven himself in front of many professional painters.” Philip said: “I am absolutely delighted to have been named Johnstone’s Young Painter of the Year. Taking part in these competitions is really exciting and helps
Matthew Evans won the 2016 Award after completing his Level 2 Trowel Occupations, with Elmes Construction and City College Plymouth. Philip Orme with his winnig work
me to develop my skills. Being up against other painters who all excel in the field, in front of some of the best in the business, makes you want to push yourself. I’d encourage all young painters and decorators to take part in the competition.” Philip won a £500 voucher for the college and a selection of painting and decorating supplies worth up to £2,000. For those interested in learning a new trade, and for details on all courses, apprenticeships and study options, including those starting in January, the college is holding a Course Information Drop-in on January 4 from 4.30pm to 6.30pm, at Kings Road. Please visit cityplym.ac.uk events or call 01752 305300 for more information.
He said: “Since winning Plymouth’s Construction Apprentice of the Year, I have felt both a renewed interest and enthusiasm for my chosen craft, with a personal ambition to pursue a future career in site management. “Alongside working with my company, I have had the pleasure of assisting Building Plymouth at events to promote the virtues and importance of apprenticeships. “Through engaging with these events I have discovered a flair for public speaking and noticed a distinct boost to my confidence, something before pursuing my apprenticeship I had severe problems with. “Deciding to undertake an apprenticeship was something I had not previously considered but after an indefinite period of misfortune and with the prompting of my mother, I decided to bite the bullet and have never looked back.”
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Entries are open to nominations of Plymouth residents (with home post codes within the Plymouth City Council boundary), employed within the local construction and built environment sector who are working towards an Apprenticeship Programme (any level), or who have completed an Apprenticeship during the calendar year 2016. There are no age restrictions. Entrants will be judged on: Significance of the apprentice to their employer: Commitment to the Apprenticeship: Enthusiasm and motivation. The judges will give additional consideration for any other stand-out performance that particularly merits this award such as acting as a role model and apprentice ambassador. All entries must be received by 5pm on January 16 2017. Nominations can come from employers or training providers. The winner will be announced by the City Council Leader at the Building Plymouth Apprenticeship Jobs Fair as part of National Apprenticeship Week on Saturday March 4. For full terms and conditions and to download an entry form go to www.buildingplymouth.co.uk
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