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Introducing Ropewalks a historical walking tour of the Barbican
Life on the Veg for Marja and Scott What’s On guide Some Like it Hot at Plymouth City Market Focus on family activities
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Plymouth Property News Price is what you pay. Value is what you get. Even the Victorians knew that!
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that could be given as a greater clarification. special gift. Unfortunately in other business fields there is A low fee may initially be enticing but that’s often a big difference in what usually because there are a smaller number
prominent social thinkers of the time, John you get, compared with what you expected to of people (1 or 2?) to pay a wage to. Even the most capable people in the industry Ruskin, captured it beautifully when he stated – get – and it’s rarely positive. cannot answer the phone whilst undertaking a “It’s unwise to pay too much, but it’s A friend of mine recently chose a local garage viewing, valuing a property, chasing solicitors, giving a vendor a marketing update, answering worse to pay too little. When you pay too to fix their car. Phoning around for quotes phone calls, replying to email and website much, you lose a little money – that’s all. they went for the second cheapest. What leads, booking viewings, valuations, 7 days a When you pay too little, you sometimes should’ve been a simple job became a long and complicated one, where lack of expertise week etc, etc – you get the picture. lose everything, because the thing you and knowledge ended up costing him far more bought was incapable of doing the thing money (and perhaps more importantly time). “If you deal with the lowest bidder, it is it was bought to do. The common law My friend is not a fool but ended up feeling well to add something for the risk you of business balance prohibits paying a like one. He’ll say it himself that he knew that run, and if you do that you will have little and getting a lot – it can’t be done. it was a gamble and if the original garage had enough to pay for something better.” If you deal with the lowest bidder, it is been capable of doing the work agreed, to well to add something for the risk you the correct timescale and pricing, he would’ve You can learn a lot from the past. run, and if you do that you will have saved some money. Unfortunately it very rarely enough to pay for something better.”
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Now let’s see a fair deal for city Well, now we know the result of the General Election. And for Plymouth and the rest of the country it looks like we’re in for a bumpy ride in the months ahead. Last month I highlighted the fact that so few young people had voted in the 2015 General Election, hoping that more would make an effort this time round. It was good to see that with this General Election more than seven out of 10 young people cast their vote. Commentators reflected that this surge of young votes undoubtedly had a big impact on the final result. That would certainly appear to be the case in Plymouth where Labour’s Luke Pollard secured a near 17 per cent increase in votes to take the Sutton and Devonport seat with a suprisingly large majority. We wish him and Johnny Mercer, who was re-elected for the Conservatives in Plymouth Moor View with a much bigger majority than in 2015, best wishes for the future. It is hoped that they can use their energy and influence to ensure that Plymouth gets a better funding deal from central Government in key areas such as education, public health and transport where the city appears to be short-changed so often. Anyway, that’s enough of politics (until the next election!) In this issue we have a great selection of stories focusing on local family business successes. We meet Tracey Medley, the lady who has launched a chilli stall in Plymouth City Market as well as Marja Boyce and Scott Taylor who gave up careers in education to take on the popular Riverford Home Delivery franchise in Plymouth. We also feature Jasmine Pillar who has launched a highly successful cake-making business, after many years working in the world of property marketing. Hope you enjoy the latest issue!
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CONTENTS JULY 2017 EDITION
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SHARI’S INSPIRATION
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RECIPE FOR SUCCESS
Saltash artist Shari Hills talks to Kerry Cole about her latest exhibition and the inspiration she gets from nature and natural surroundings.
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Zuzi Fancovicova and Mo Vassif talk to Laura Joint about the challenge of running a restaurant and bringing up a young family at the same time.
WHAT’S ON
Our comprehensive guide to events for all the family in Plymouth and the surrounding area over the next few weeks.
SOME LIKE IT HOT!
Chilli lovers in Plymouth have a new champion in Tracey Medley, who has opened a stall in Plymouth City Market dedicated to chilli products.
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We meet Marja Boyce and Scott Taylor, who have given up jobs in education to take on the Riverford Home Delivery franchise in Plymouth.
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ART MATTERS
Artist Shari’s inspiration comes from nature Saltash artist, Shari Hills was born in Blackpool, moved to Hertfordshire and arrived in the South West as a teenager. Ever since she can remember she has always loved wildlife, nature and animals of all kinds. When speaking of growing up, she said: “My Dad spent a lot of time down at the river with his boat and my mum, Suzanne Jones, greatly influenced me and encouraged my artistic gift. “She has always been a keen gardener and was frequently Art Matters painting. She took lessons in with Kerry Cole watercolour and has become an accomplished artist in her own right. “We would go away together for a few nights at residential art classes. It has been so nice to share the experience and creative journey together. We both like quite loose ‘wet onto wet’ watercolour. Mum enjoyed painting flowers and I tended to do animals. Mum now does harbours and nautical things in mixed media.” Shari and her mum Suzanne have recently exhibited together at Ashtorre Rock Community Centre in Saltash but if you missed getting along to that and would like to see Shari’s work, ‘Drawn to the Valley Open Studios’ is the place to go. At the beginning of September, she will be with three other artists in The Tamar Valley Centre in Drakewalls (a little place just outside of Gunnislake.)
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It is on for nine days from September 2 to 10 and covers two weekends. There will be quite a lot of her ceramics on display as well as her paintings. Expect to see really attractive small dishes all inspired by British wildlife, alongside some lovely clocks. In keeping with her love of the great outdoors, Shari has recently become a joint leaseholder of a 40 acre ancient woodland. She enthusiastically told me: “It is so lovely and perfect for artistic purposes. I often go into the wood to sketch and find inspiration. I’ve just held a session with a small group of five people, painting bluebells. “Having this woodland is ideal because my partner has a community interest company called ‘Greenwood Music’ where they work with fresh, unseasoned, native, sustainable wood, to make simple musical instruments.” Some readers may be interested to know that Shari runs several art classes in different locations in and around Plymouth. She said: “I find the classes very rewarding. I love teaching. Some of my students have been with me for years and others are just starting out. “Thinking up new ideas for the students is very therapeutic and it feeds back into my work by keeping everything fresh.” If you would like to find out more about Shari’s classes, they are currently held in Keyham, Saltash, Plympton St Maurice and Horrabridge. She also demonstrates for various art groups and art societies.
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BUSINESS MATTERS
Plymouth City Market’s new arrival is hot stuff!
Tracey Medley at her stall in Plymouth City Market
Tracey Medley really hit the spot when she named her new chilli business in Plymouth City Market ‘Some Like It Hot’ because it seems the people of Plymouth just can’t get enough of the stuff! Since opening her stall in February, the artisan produce has been flying off the shelves as chilli lovers indulge in all things chilli pepper. From the mildest to the most fiery chilli in the world, and from sauces, mixes and mayo to jams, chutneys and chocolate, if you’re a chilli fan, then this particular corner of the market is just for you. And it looks as though many of you have already found it: “Chilli is really big at the moment. People just love it,” said Tracey, who lives in Laira. “I initially got the stall to focus on West Country foods but I found that everyone was going for the chilli produce so I decided to specialise and I’m glad I did. I had an idea in my mind that it would take some time to become known but it has really taken off.” Tracey got the idea for the business because she has always been interested in quality foods and makes her own jams, marmalades and chutneys. And, after suffering serious injuries in a car crash three years ago, she needed a job that she could physically do: “I suffered head injuries, a broken neck and a broken arm and I now have a titanium plate in my neck and arm.
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“I’d worked in a number of different fields up until the accident but there are some things I can’t do now. So this is an entirely new venture for me.” Tracey sources much of her stock locally from Dartmoor Chilli Farm and South Devon Chilli Farm, and she makes chutneys, jams and marmalades under her own Some Like It Hot brand. Also popular with customers is Faraday’s Tasty range, which includes Weeper Reaper and Wasabi Mayo: “I love what they do,” said Tracey. “They’re based in the Lake District and the guy who runs it is a former chef. He brings the flavours out brilliantly.” If you’re not sure which chilli is right for your taste buds, you can give them a try with the testers. But be warned … some are very, very hot! “The Carolina Reaper is the world’s hottest chilli and I don’t let everyone taste them!” said Tracey. “Children are definitely not allowed. But I have the mildest chillies too.” And, says Tracey, whichever sauce you choose you can always turn the heat up and down to suit your tastes: “Chillies are so versatile. You can make your dish a bit milder for those who prefer a little less fire and then you can add an extra bit of sauce at the end of your cooking just for you. “You can also mix the sauces with some natural yoghurt to create a lovely dip. “Some people just love the heat, but true ‘chilli heads’ savour the different flavours,” added Tracey. “For example,
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habanero chillies are fruity, while some chillies give you an immediate heat hit and others develop their heat gradually. “My customers enjoy talking about the different types of chilli and how they work. Some chillies hit the back of the mouth, some hit the front. And I get asked a lot of questions from people wanting advice about which chilli sauces or rubs work best with certain types of food.” Tracey’s own favourite is her Tomato Chilli Chutney – which is also her best seller: “It has a ghost chilli sauce as its base and it’s lovely and ‘tomatoey’. I’m glad people like
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this one because I really enjoy making it.” It’s been a busy time for Tracey, who had a stall at the three-day Flavour Fest in the city centre in June. She has also been creating a new range of spice rubs which should be available in July: “I’m blending my own mixes which I’ll be selling in individual sachets so they’re only opened when you need them. It means they’ll be as fresh as possible. They’re a quick, simple way of adding a healthy zing to your meals.” So is she pleased that she took the stall in the market? “I absolutely love market life!” she said. “We’ve formed little communities and it’s like a really nice family. Everyone encourages everyone else. I feel very happy to be here.” Some Like It Hot has the highest possible food hygiene rating of 5. Visit the Facebook page for latest news.
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FOOD MATTERS Mo and Zuzi...successfully balancing business and family
Zuzimo! owners Mo and Zuzi reveal their recipe for success Question: How do you successfully manage one of the most popular restaurants in Plymouth AND bring up a young family at the same time? The answer can be summed up in one word, according to Mo Vassif and partner Zuzi Fancovicova who’ve run Zuzimo! in Vauxhall Street for the past four years and also have two boys aged five and one. “Decisions,” said Mo. “You have to make all the right decisions!” It seems Mo and Zuzi have a good track record when it comes to doing that. From a small team of four – including them – Zuzimo has grown each year and now has 10 kitchen and front of house staff: “Building your team is where it’s really important to make the right decisions,” added Mo. “We’ve got a good team and good support around us and that really helps.” Another big decision, says Zuzi, is introducing their “family days” rule: “You must find time for family days with no work. We swap things around, too, so some days I’ll look after the baby and do the paper work and on other days Mo will do that.” For Mo, this ‘home’ time also benefits the restaurant as well as the family: “Each of us having that time away from the restaurant gives us thinking time and lets us see things outside the box. It would be easy to get tunnel vision otherwise. So I think you have to make separate room for family and business.” As many as 14 restaurants are set to open in the area soon, with the £42 million redevelopment of Bretonside bus station. But Mo and Zuzi say they’re not concerned about the arrival of restaurant chains: “We take the positive view that it will turn this area into a place where people will come and dine,” said Mo. “And we’re not worried
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because we are already an established restaurant with loyal customers who prefer independent, family restaurants, not big chains. I think that in general people in Plymouth like to support family businesses. They like to know that if they’re spending their money, it stays in Plymouth and doesn’t leave the city. And this is especially the case when it comes to supporting family restaurants ahead of chains.” Mo and Zuzi’s confidence in the future is such that they’ve decided to refurbish the restaurant later this year but, says Mo: “It will be done little bit by little bit so that we stay open and it won’t affect our customers.” Those of you who’ve eaten at Zuzimo! before will know that the ‘tunnel vision’ Mo mentioned earlier could never be applied to its food. The restaurant brings together the flavours of the world under one roof, with tapas from the Med, street food from Latin America and tagines from North Africa. It’s a winning combination with customers, many of whom regularly come back for more: “The past year has been crazy busy,” said Mo. In fact, it’s been so busy on some days that one pair of hands just isn’t enough: “I feel like an octopus!” says Zuzi. The busiest time is on the last Friday of each month, when Zuzimo! holds a special ‘Regional Food’ night – according to Mo, the South American nights are proving especially popular with Plymouth diners: “All the food comes out at the same time and the whole evening is like an event, it’s very friendly. People love our Latin nights. We have drinks and music from the region so it’s like a carnival atmosphere.” Persian and North African food is another hit currently, with customers saying the tagines are the best they’ve ever had. Other special nights are Tapas Tuesdays, where you can choose three tapas and enjoy a glass of wine for £10.
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For those who like an informal dining experience, there is a bar area where you can enjoy your meal and a drink. And Zuzimo! welcomes families – as you’d expect! The restaurant has also become a popular venue for wedding receptions, as Mo explained: “We’re doing a couple a month, every month. Not everyone wants a huge wedding reception. We can cater for smaller wedding receptions of 2070 guests. People can choose which type of food they want and we’ll work to their budget. We’re doing more and more of these.” Usual opening hours at Zuzimo! are 12 noon to 3pm and 5pm till late, every day except Sundays – although the restaurant will open on Sundays for large pre-booked functions and on Bank Holiday weekends. Visit the website
and Facebook page for forthcoming food events, menus and latest opening times. With approaching 3,000 fans following their Facebook page and 5-star reviews on review sites, Zuzimo has certainly come a long way in four years. It looks like Mo and Zuzi will be needing those octopus arms for a while yet!
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FOOD MATTERS Marja amd Scott
Marja and Scott swap delivering lectures for Riverford’s award-winning produce! From the classroom to the organic fields of Riverford Farm … when teachers Marja Boyce and Scott Taylor decided they wanted a fresh start, they really meant a fresh start! The couple, who live in Yealmpton, have taken up the Riverford Home Delivery franchise for the Plymouth area, where there are currently around 1,200 customers. Marja still works part-time as a lecturer in business management at Plymouth University but Scott left the Globe Language Centre in Exeter where he had worked for 18 years in order to take on the franchise. It means getting up at 5am on some days, but they’re relishing the change: “There’s no such thing as a normal week any more but we’re thoroughly enjoying it,” said Marja. “We’ve never worked together before – but so far, so good. Scott is logistical and practical and likes meeting people and I’m OCD with spreadsheets, so it’s a good balance!” They’re now in charge of 650 deliveries of fresh organic produce a week – and they couldn’t be happier! “I’ve been a Riverford customer myself for 25 years,” said Marja. “I love that it’s a family firm and I share the passion for organic food, produced ethically and sustainably. And I care about our environment. “I wanted to work there when I was younger but I couldn’t at that time because of my circumstances as a single mother. So when I saw on the website that the franchise was available I thought ‘yeah, I’d love to do that’. “I didn’t mention it to Scott at first because I didn’t think he’d be up for it but then one day I thought ‘do you know what? I am going to mention it’. And he said ‘yeah, let’s do it’. And now here we are!” Beyond Plymouth, the delivery area extends to Modbury and Ivybridge to the east, Shaugh Prior to the north and Saltash and
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Cotehele to the west. Working with Marja and Scott are long-term Riverford Home Delivery drivers Steve and Paul, who have grown to know the area’s customers well. They do eight rounds a week, while Scott takes care of the Monday round. “Steve and Paul have got a great relationship with our customers,” said Marja. “And they’re more than just customers; we regard them as part of our community.” This year marks the 30th anniversary of Riverford owner Guy Watson switching the family farm near Staverton over to organic farming and setting up the veg box business. Since 1987, the business has grown and grown and there are now ‘sister’ farms in Hampshire, Cambridgeshire and Yorkshire. Almost three-quarters of produce sold by Riverford Farm is home-grown, with the rest coming from its farm in France or from small organic growers and producers – including the produce we can’t grow in the UK or that’s out of season here. However, nothing is air freighted; everything is transported by land or sea. And for those who only want seasonal, home-grown produce, Riverford have a 100% UK veg box. So, what’s in season right now? “Asparagus, garden peas, runner beans, sugar snaps, globe artichokes and summer fruits,” said Scott. “And at the moment, people are raving about the broad beans.” Marja added: “There’s a lot more flexibility than there was at the beginning. There’s a wide range of options to suit everyone and people can go onto the website and build the box they want by adding items to the basket.” Riverford also sells British free range, organic meats and organic dairy produce. Where Riverford has to source this produce outside of its own farms, it is from small producers that care about their animals. Riverford Home Delivery can
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bring your box to your place of work if that’s easier for you and they can deliver fruit boxes to businesses if staff want a healthy snack during the day. One of the big selling points for customers – apart from the free delivery – is that there is no contract so you can make one-off or occasional orders. And, for those who feel organic food is too expensive, Marja says: “Yes, organic produce is going to be more expensive than non-organic produce. But our organic produce is much cheaper than the organic produce you find in supermarkets. “And actually, it’s down to choice. For three coffees a week you can have all the veg you need.” Often, there is also a little unexpected gift included in the box – ‘on the house’. Riverford has introduced a ‘Recipe Box’ which comes complete with all the ingredients – including spices all measured out – and a recipe to follow. The boxes have three meals for two people and are ideal for those who want to eat healthily but don’t want to buy all the ingredients in bulk for fear that most will go to waste: “Zero food waste is our aim,” said Marja. She added: “Eating fresh organic food every week has never been easier. People remark to us ‘it’s like growing your own but without having to grow your own’!” Two years ago, Riverford veg boxes were named ethical product of the decade in the Observer Ethical Awards and Marja said: “Riverford has kept to its core values. It’s as ethical and passionate and caring now as it was 30 years ago. It’s why I love being part of this community.” Latest produce and prices are online. There is also information on the Veg Fund scheme, where schools, charities and not-for-profit organisations can sign up and for every third box ordered, Riverford Farm will donate £15 to the cause.
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WHAT’S ON The Lyric Royal Parade Plymouth Box Office 01752 267222 www.theatreroyal.com Until Jul 1 THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT TIME Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain - exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When he falls under the suspicion of killing Mrs Shear’s dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world. Jul 3 to 15 SISTER ACT 2017 Sister Act tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Under productive custody, she is hidden in the one place where she won’t be found - a Convent! Disguised as a nun, Deloris, played by Alexandra Burke of The X Factor, helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own.
Jul 19 to 23 GANGSTA GRANNY It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing staying with Granny! There will be cabbage soup, cabbage pie and cabbage cake and Ben knows one thing for sure - it’s going to be soooo boring! But what Ben doesn’t know is that Granny has a secret - and Friday nights are about to get more exciting than he could ever imagine with his own Gangsta Granny!
The Wedding Singer is coming to the Theatre Royal in August. Members of the cast pictured are (from left) Cassie Compton, Ray Quinn, Ruth Madoc, Jon Robyns and Roxanne Pallett Photo: Darren Bell
Jul 24 to 29 THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920s murder mystery, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong… does! As the accident prone thespians battle on against all the odds to reach their final curtain call, hilarious results ensue! Don’t miss this brilliantly funny comedy that’s guaranteed to leave you aching with laughter! Aug 1 to 5 FUNNY GIRL Funny Girl brought global fame to Barbra Streisand 50 years ago, boasting some of the most iconic songs in film and theatre history, including People and Don’t Rain On My Parade. Half a century later, this exhilarating
embrace of a production comes to Plymouth after wowing critics and audiences alike in London’s West End. This iconic musical tells the story of Fanny Brice, whose vocal talents and comedic ability see her rise from Brooklyn music hall singer to Broadway star. Aug 8 to 12 THE WEDDING SINGER It’s 1985. Hair is huge, greed is good and rock star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favourite wedding singer. When his own fiancee dumps him at the altar, a seriously bummed out Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own. Don’t miss your chance to join the party of the year - with a musical that promises to get you up dancing faster than your Dad at a wedding, packed with songs which capture all the fun and energy of the smash hit film. Aug 17 to 26 CRAZY FOR YOU Crazy For You charts the troubled love story of Bobby, son of a wealthy New York banking family and frustrated Broadway hoofer, and Polly, daughter of the proprietor of a failing theatre in Deadrock, Nevada. Sent to close the theatre down, Bobby falls for Polly and, in the guise of a Hungarian impressario, decides
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to save the theatre by putting on a show. Sept 12 to 16 AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS The mysterious and fabulously wealthy Phileas Fogg wagers his life’s fortune that he can circumnavigate the globe in just 80 days. Join Fogg and his loyal valet, Passepartout, as they voyage from the misty alleys of Victorian London to the exotic subcontinent and the Wild West in a race against the clock. Sept 19 to 23 BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Long before she was Carole King, the chart-topping music legend, she was an ordinary girl with an extraordinary talent. Beautiful tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation, with countless classics such as You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Woman, Up on the Roof, and Locomotion.
Theatres & Shows Jul 18 to 22 QUARTET These former opera singers in a retirement home want to recreate their past glories. They will make you laugh and sigh and maybe cry a little. Their bodies may be fading but their spirits endure. Aug 23 - 26 THE BLUE ROAD The forest. The wake of a unnamed crisis. A group of young people work to make sense of what happened, what it means, and what they will do now. The Blue Road is an exciting new play by acclaimed writer Laura Lomas exploring memory, loss, living in the aftermath and our capacity to begin again.
Castle Street, Plymouth BOX OFFICE: 01752 267131 www.barbicantheatre.co.uk Aug 2 to 20 WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’S TWELFTH NIGHT Barbican Theatre returns to the stunning Royal William Yard with a joyful, highly visual and accessible version of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, perfect for the whole family. Drum Theatre ROYAL PARADE PLYMOUTH Box Office 01752 267222 Jun 29 to Jul 1 SCENES FROM AN EXECUTION Someone’s got to speak for dead men, not pain and pity, but abhorrence, fundamental and unqualified, blood down the paintbrush, madness in the gums. Scenes from an Execution is a darkly humorous and provoctive play that asks fundamental questions about the role of an artist, the State and the obligation of both to reflect the truth. Jul 11 to 15 WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ The year is 1900, 39 years before MGMs classic musical; 103 years before Wicked and L Frank Baum is introducing his novel to the public for the first time. Join him and his beloved characters Dorothy, Toto, Lion, Scarecrow and Tin Man - as they journey along the yellow brick road in search of wonderful wizards, wicked witches and the way home. www.cornerstonevision.com
Aug 9 to 10 RUSTLE PaddleBoat Theatre Company invites you to help set up camp so that they can tell the greatest campfire story ever told: where sleeping bags evolve into monsters, rucksacks become friends and torches highlight the forest’s closest secrets. Join in an interactive family adventure jampacked with puppets, songs and outdoor surprises. Aug 12 to 13 FIRST LADIES The First Ladies of history are a force to be reckoned with, and they are cordially invited to bear witness to the inauguration of a new member of their prestigious tribe - the first female President of one of the world’s most powerful countries. Amplified by recent political events, this poignant all-female production breathes life into the characters side-lined by history and invites audiences to walk in the footsteps of the pioneering women who paved the way for progress. Aug 26 to 27 THE CHILDREN OF THE NEW FOREST Against the backdrop of the 1600s @CornerstoneVis
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WHAT’S ON Civil War, Edward and his three siblings are tragically orphaned when their father is killed by Parliamentary soldiers on the hunt for Charles I. Fleeing, the children adopt a modest life and begin the fight to save their home, their family and their king, but will their quest tear them apart?
. CASTLE STREET, PLYMOUTH 01752 242021 www.b-bar.co.uk Jul 1, Jul 15 and Jul 29 FREE CUBA PARTY Friendly salsa fun for all abilities! Jul 5 COMEDY NIGHT Monthly comedy night with some of the best stand-ups on the circuit. Jul 6 SASKIA GRIFFITHS MOORE Saskia is a 24 year old English singer-songwriter, known for her pure, clear voice and her nu-folk style repertoire.
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Jul 7 FROZEN HOUSES AND ASH HEIGHT Virtuoso guitarist and innovative songwriter Ashley Height is not only the driving force behind the Cornwall based band Red Foot Crow but also a world class solo performer. He teams up with singer songwriter Frozen Houses. Jul 8 JOHNNY MAC & CO Take one singer songwriter, throw in some jazz sax, a touch of folk mandolin, and tie it all together with a rock steady beat, and you’ll get Johnny Mac and Co: an eclectic mix of songs from this acoustic four piece. Jul 12, 26 CAFE ACOUSTICA Fortnightly local talent night encouraging musicians to perform their original compositions. Jul 13 ALEX HART Alex Hart is a young country/ folk singer from Devon. Since releasing her first studio album ‘On This Day’ she has embarked on European and UK tours both supporting and playing in the band of Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre, and held her own on a UK tour and Festivals through the South
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West. Alex is now working with Grammy award winner Terry Britten (famous for Tina Turner’s ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It’) on new material for release in 2017. Jul 14 ELIZA ACTY With her unique vocal style, Eliza performs a wide range of folk, blues, American old-time and
contemporary songs that span over a century of music. Added accompaniment from Peter Acty on clawhammer banjo and guitar. Jul 19 DON GALLARDO AND BAND Don Gallardo was raised in a small town in Northern California, where he spent years building his songwriting career on the
Jul 20 THOMAS FORD One man blues cyclone – a 6 foot 4, Delta guitar picking, blues shouting giant and fire-breathing harmonica colossus. Jul 21 HOT HOUSE FOUR Over the last two years Hot House Four have gone from strength to strength breaking through onto several scenes of music including the Folk, Blues, Jazz, Americana and rockin’ scenes. Jul 22 DAN CHAPMAN DUO Dan emerged with a self titled EP in late 2014 and has been performing regularly ever since.
west coast before relocating to Nashville in 2008. He walks the line between folk, Americana and roots-rock, mining the influence of classic 1970s singersongwriters while creating a sound that nods to the past while still pushing ahead toward something new. He will be playing with a four piece band and performing many new tracks.
Jul 27 ROZ BIRCH AND ROISIN FERRIER Roz is a singer/songwriter based in the South West with a voice made for soul, while Roisin is a young female musician from Devon. Jul 28 SWINGOLOGY Swingology perform gypsy swing in the style of guitar legend Django Reinhardt. The swinging guitars and soaring clarinet solos are evocative of the soundtrack to 1940s Paris.
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MILLBAY ROAD, PLYMOUTH Box Office: 0845 146 1460 July 8 THE BLUES BROTHERS This upbeat musical, based on the cult 1980 film starring Dan Akyroyd and John Belushi, follows Jake and Elwood on an eventful tour of the US. Soul, rock, R&B, blues and jazz are combined and delivered, with sharp suits and signature moves to be had too. With such classic hits as Rawhide, Stand By Your Man, With A Little Help From My Friends and Hey Bartender, The Blues Brothers is a recipe for a fantastic couple of hours where you’re encouraged to dance and sing along with the Brothers Blue. July 8 THE BLUES BROTHERS: PARTY NIGHTS Throughout selected evenings in 2017, Plymouth Pavilions will be opening their doors to welcome customers to sit back and enjoy a new take on ‘Dinner and a Show’. Enjoy a sumptuous three course dinner while being treated to a stunning stage show from
July 27 THE DREAMBOYS The Dreamboys are without a shadow of a doubt the UK’s top male show, perfect for a girls night out with all your friends. Their showcase is unquestionably the most famous Male Stripper act that the UK has ever produced, with special guest appearances on some of the UK’s biggest TV shows, including The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, Loose Women, This Morning and The Only Way is Essex. If you’re looking for a girls night out in the UK, look no further than these hunks. An action packed two hour show from start to finish, these boys will have you begging for more! Sept 27 ROB BRYDON: I AM STANDING UP Rob Brydon is perhaps best known for the television shows Gavin and Stacey, Would I Lie to You? and The Trip. The impressionist, comedian, actor and television presenter brings his first stand up show since his sell out national tour and West End run of 2009.
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Music Saxophonist Karen Sharp who is performing at Plymouth Jazz Club on August 6
Music July 1 PLYMOUTH PHILHARMONIC CHOIR The Cathedral Church of St Mary & St Boniface Cream Tea Concert. John Rutter Opera Highlights. Tickets £15, including cream tea. July 2 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Royal British Legion Club, Crownhill Roger Marks’ Mainstreamers with Julian Stringle and Craig Milverton. Details 01752 721179 or www.plymouth-jazz-club.org.uk July 5 PLYMOUTH CLARION CHOIR Plymstock United Reformed Church Held in the Day Room, for “The Good Companions.” July 15 MUSIC OF THE NIGHT CHORAL FOUNDATION Plymouth Methodist Central Hall Summer Concert. Tickets £10. July 21 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Tavistock Town Hall Graham’s Gentlemen of Jazz Details 01752 721179 or www. plymouth-jazz-club.org.uk. All welcome. July 29 EXON SINGERS St Eustachius Church, Tavistock Come and Sing day. Rachmaninov: Vespers. Tickets: Workshop and concert £25, workshop only £15. Music hire £3 or bring your own. July 30 LIVE MUSIC Devonport Park Bandstand Local brass bands, jazz, blues, celtic, folk, choirs and local soloists. Admission free.
Aug 6 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Royal British Legion, Crownhill Karen Sharp with the Craig Milverton Trio. For details call 01752 721179 or visit www. plymouth-jazz-club.org.uk Aug 22 JAZZ CRUISE ON THE TAMAR TO CALSTOCK 4.30 pm from Commercial Wharf, Plymouth Featuring ‘Graham’s Gang’. Tickets £19.50 to include welcome drink. Pasties available at Calstock £3; order when booking Full info via 01752 721179 or www.plymouth-jazz-club.org.uk. Over 18s only.
Free lunchtime recitals The series of Wednesday lunchtime concerts at St Andrew’s Minster Church in Plymouth continues throughout July and August. The recitals start at 1.10pm and are free entry. Dates are: July 5 David Stevens, organ; July 12 Mary Dean School Choir; July 19 David Crocker, organ; July 26 Fiona Austen, harp; August 2 Gabrielle Lewis, organ; August 9 Brian Thurston, organ; August 16 Jeremy Clark, organ; August 23 Sean Sweeney, organ and piano; August 30 Kris Emmett, flute and piano.
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Aug 27 MUSIC IN THE PARK Devonport Park Bandstand Live music from 12 noon to 5pm with local brass bands, jazz, blues, celtic, folk, choirs and local soloists. Admission free. Details from 01752 318087 or www. friendsofdevonportpark.co.uk Sept 3 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Royal British Legion Club, Crownhill Neil Maya’s Brubeck Project with Matt Carter. For details call 01752 721179 or visit www.plymouthjazz-club.org.uk
Sept 24 LIVE MUSIC Devonport Park Bandstand Local brass bands, jazz, blues, celtic, folk, choirs and local soloists. Admission free. Details from 01752 318087 or www. friendsofdevonportpark.co.uk Sept 24 CARLTON BIG BAND Duke of Cornwall Hotel Led By saxophonist Elaine Davies, this is a highly popular 11-piece jazz and swing band. For tickets call 01752 275850.
Sept 17 THE GALEAZZI ENSEMBLE Duke of Cornwall Hotel Latest in the 24th International Concert Series produced by Jeanie Moore. For tickets call 01752 275850 or go to www. wegottickets.co.uk Sept 17 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Royal British Legion Club, Crownhill Kevin Grenfell’s Jazz Giants with John Hallam. Admission free. Details from 01752 318087 or www.friendsofdevonportpark.co.uk
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the new theatrical walkin Words and pictures by Roy Perring Ropewalks is a bit of a surprise, I went along expecting some ‘bite size’ cameos on history and came away with ‘fun size’ pieces of theatre. I suppose I’d best explain what Ropewalks is before I go any further. This theatrical walking tour is a collaboration between the History Centre and the Barbican Theatre. The ‘audience’ are taken to various locations to learn about the city’s past. Does that sound rather dull or something for visitors? Have none of it! The ‘tour’ I joined was a VIP event with members of the city’s theatre and history sectors on board. This was going to be a hard audience to crack but they thoroughly enjoyed it. We started our journey in the garden immediately behind the theatre and overlooking the Barbican. Here we meet three ladies from the past. After a bit of banter about Drake, they all claim to have known him, and after the passing of coins they agree to walk us around the area and give us some insight on the past. The ladies are colourful characters, beautifully crafted by the local acting team of Jane Spurr, Amber Linney and Rosie Woodham. Don’t expect whispered pieces of method acting here, we’re outdoors. Instead we are given comedic, oversized storytellers, worthy of a Beryl Cook painting, who still manage to move us with an intensity in their performance. We seldom visit an ‘obvious’ location, instead we visit a slipway to hear about the Emigration Depot where people left to move abroad. We also hear about shipwrecks in a car park, bread riots, civil war, Plymouth’s role in the slave trade and also in its abolition. Even when we reach the Mayflower Steps it’s to talk about the fishing industry. Hannah McArthur’s imaginative costumes
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ng tour work very well in defining our guides and Jon Nash’s well researched script, sharply directed by Mark Laville, bring out both the humour and the drama as the tales unfold. Paul Brookes from the History Centre explained that this project was one of the ways they were ‘reaching out into the community’ and that it’s the type of project they plan to continue even when the North Hill site is open. Mark Laville said it was exciting for the theatre to be able to build a link with the History Centre and how young people had helped with the research. He was also pleased that they had been able to use local talent. Sarah Norrish from the City Council was thrilled with the feedback from performances to date. Don’t leave it for visitors to have all of the fun. If you want to see some fascinating theatre book your places now. There are performances on the following dates: August 6,
9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 at 11.30am and 2.30pm but spaces
are limited and tickets cost just £3. For details call the Barbican box office on 01752 267131 or visit the website at www.barbican theatre.co.uk
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Major Events NATIONAL LEAGUE SPEEDWAY Jul 6 British Under 19 Championships Jul 20 Devils v Belle Vue Colts Aug 4 Devils v Buxton Hitmen Aug 11 Devils v Birmingham Aug 18 Devils OPEN Aug 25 Devils OPEN Sept 1 Devils v Lakeside Sept 8 Devils v Mildenhall July 3 to 16 WIMBLEDON ON THE BIG SCREEN The Piazza, City Centre Feel the tension from Centre Court with live screenings from Wimbledon on the big screen. This is a great way to enjoy the British summer with some of the greatest tennis players in the world. With tennis displays, refreshments and seating available, these matches offer fun for all the family and an opportunity to bring down a picnic and spend quality time with friends and family in the city centre.
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July 6, August 3, 17 and 31 PLYMOUTH BIKE NIGHT Plymouth Hoe Plymouth Bike Night on Plymouth Hoe Promenade in support of local charities Jeremiah’s Journey and the Chestnut Appeal. Hundreds of motorcycles on display along with motorcycle trade and motorcycle club trade stands, fast food and a live band. Gates open at 6pm. Donation of £1 per person would be appreciated.
July 27 and 28 MTV CRASHES PLYMOUTH Plymouth Hoe MTV Crashes Plymouth returns for its fourth year and is set to see thousands of people enjoy two more nights of chart topping acts on Plymouth Hoe. The two day music extravaganza has grown year-on-year and 2017 is set to be even bigger and better, bringing a number of top artists and huge hits to the South West. Confirmed so far are Sigma, Louisa Johnson, DJ, Martin Garrix, and R3WIRE & Varski with more annoucements to come. August 9 and 10 BRITISH FIREWORK CHAMPIONSHIPS Plymouth Hoe The British Firework Championships return once again
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for two nights of spectacular displays and world class fireworks for all to enjoy. Thousands of people fill the Hoe seaftront to view the incredible sights as the top professional firework companies compete to be crowned the British Firework Champion. This year also sees an extra special title up for grabs as it is the Champion of Champions - the last six years of winners are coming back to compete for the ultimate accolade.
August 11 and 12 OCEAN CITY BLUES N JAZZ FESTIVAL The Barbican The popular event returns for a second year with a fantastic musical line up. The event runs from 12 noon to 10pm on Friday and Saturday and 12 noon to 6pm on Sunday. Friday’s line up includes The Sultans, Jack Cookson and the Andy Quick
Band. Saturday’s acts include Becca Langsford, Louise Parker Quartet and Blacktop Deluxe. Sunday’s schedule starts with Great Western Jazz and includes Far from the Delta, Joss Kidd Trio, Thomas Ford Blues and The Doghouse Rhythm and Blues Band.
Sept 16 and 17 PLYMOUTH SEAFOOD FESTIVAL The Barbican and Sutton Harbour Plymouth Seafood Festival is back for its 6th year and is set to bring The Barbican and Sutton Harbour alive with entertainment, activities and dishes to celebrate the city’s fantastic caught seafood. Plymouth is the first city in the world to be awarded the Fish2Fork Blue City status for its commitment to sourcing sustainable fish. Between Saturday 16 to Sunday 17 September 2017 there will be opportunities to watch inspirational, regional and celebrity chefs who will delight you with their tantalising dishes at the Cookery Theatre. Wonder at the array of local food and craft stands and be entertained.
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Plymouth Comedy Club has put together a great line up of mirth for its latest show. Headliner for the event on July 15 at the Plymouth Athenaeum is Paul McCaffrey, who will be instantly familiar for fans of TV’s Impractical Jokers. He has also appeared in a myriad of stand up and panel shows. With Paul, audiences are never more than a few moments away from the next belly laugh. The cheeky comedian can catch audiences off guard with an off hand quip and follow it up with killer observations about even the simplest things in life. John Robertson, opening the show, is far better experienced than explained. This Antipodean whirlwind of glee is a true force of nature guaranteed to sweep you along with him. The twisted genius behind the award winning Dark Room live adventure experience is unmissable and sure to start the night in epic, explosive, unpredictable fashion. Rounding the line up out is maestro James Sherwood, bringing the funnies as he tickles the ivories. A gentle soul with a fierce bite under his effortless charm, James is one of the cleverest and sharpest comedy songwriters in
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the business. As ever the night will be hosted by resident MC Chris Brooker and is sure to be very busy, even an advance sell out. Advance purchase is strongly recommended to avoid disappointment. The show starts at 8pm. Kids Comedy Club The same world class live comedy line up will be available for families on July 15 at Plymouth Athenaeum. The fun starts at 1pm and promises an afternoon event that’s packed with laughter to bring
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WHAT’S ON July 7, 8, 14 and 15 RUMPELSTILTSKIN, THE SOAPBOX CHILDREN’S THEATRE Devonport Park All is not what it seems! Look out for this adaptation of the Grimm Brother’s collected story Rumpelstiltskin. In their truly quirky and innovative style, Stiltskin present the story of the little man who turns straw into gold and wants to steal the Kings precious baby. Stiltskin weave a fantastical tale for children and their families from 7 yrs+ There will be an interval and bar during this performance. Details www. stiltskin.org. July 15 OUT AND ABOUT: CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES AT ST LEVAN FAIR St Levan Park A community event in Keyham for some family fun inspired by World War II. Find out if your street was bombed in the War and look at old photos of Plymouth from our collections. Have a go at some Plymouth and WW2 themed arts and crafts activities. Details www. plymhearts.org
activities to help you find out more about the Bronze Age. Make Bronze Age inspired beads, pinch pots and more or try your hand at sorting out real archaeological artefacts! Members of the Plymouth Archaeological Society will also be there for the day so you can chat to find out more about how you can get involved. Free, no need to book. Just drop in for as little or as long as you like.
July 15 FESTIVAL OF ARCHAEOLOGY 2017 Dartmoor National Park’s Visitor Centre, Dartmoor Join in with lots of hands-on
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Family Events August 3 BERYL COOK CHARACTER BONANZA Council House Come and have fun creating your very own collaged Beryl Cook character or portrait. Get your inspiration with a tour of the exhibition led by on-site Learning Officers. Bring along photos of your family, pets, favourite places or scenes to work from. There’ll also be a selection of objects and dressing up items from the handling collection to give you even more ideas! Details www. plymhearts.org
natural history handling collection including mini beasts and not so mini beasts. Make your own animal mask, build a beetle garden or decorate your own pot to take home! 10am to 12 noon. Details www.plymhearts.org July 22 BUBBLELICIOUS - A NEW FLAVOUR OF RAVER Join Soapbox Children’s Theatre in Devonport Park for a massive party for all the family. Dance to top tunes with the little ones, create glow sticks and chill out in the luxurious party tent. DJ’s spin an eclectic mix of dance tunes throughout the day. 1pm to 3pm under 5s; 4pm - 6pm 5 to 12 yrs. For added flavour there will be a bar serving Pimms and bubbles and strawberries. Details www. stiltskin.org. July 27 FAMILY EVENT: CREATE A CRITTER Plymouth Guildhall 10.30am to 12.45pm Use Beryl Cook’s work and the amazing animal artefacts to create your own critter! You can make anything, from a cat to a tortoise, with help from our professional artist. At 12.30pm there’s an optional free visit to the Beryl Cook exhibition, so you can compare your masterpieces with the ones on display! £2.50 per child. Accompanying adult goes free. Advance booking essential via Eventbrite. Aug 2 OUT AND ABOUT: NATIONAL PLAY DAY The Hoe 11am to 4pm Get ready, steady to play at this annual Plymouth event for children and their families. Lots of fun and interesting objects to look at and try on.After exploring the mystery items build your own sculpture or make your own animal mask. Details www.plymhearts.org
Aug 9 WEIRD AND WONDERFUL IN WEMBURY See some weird and wonderful natural history specimens and enjoy some quick and easy fishy things to make! Then, if you wish, you can join in with one of Wembury’s Marine Centre ‘Rockpool Safaris.’ 10.30am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 4pm No need to book. Details at www. wemburymarinecentre.org Aug 18 SUMMER PICKNIT Mount Edgcumbe Join us in front of the beautiful Mount Edgcumbe House and have a fun time making paper party hats. You can even have a go at some knitting with members of our Traditional Craft Group who will be with us at the event or you can watch and learn from them. Remember to bring your own picnic, blanket and that all important teddy bear! 11am to 1pm £2 per child. Accompanying adults go free. Booking essential via www.plymhearts.eventbrite.co.uk Aug 20 OUT AND ABOUT: CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES AT DEVONPORT PARK FESTIVAL Clothes may make a statement, but costume tells a story! Come and discover some of the interesting outfits from our collections, and even try some on. We’ll have Roman armour, WWII helmets, fantastic shoes and more. You can also design your own bag, flip flops or Roman shield. 11am to 5pm. Details www.plymhearts.org Aug 23 FAMILY EVENT: CRAFT WITH CLAY Plymouth Guildhall 10.30am to 12.45pm. Can you make a character that would fit in with Beryl Cook’s famous curvy ladies? Sculpt your own clay figure in this fun family workshop. You can even take your creation home to paint. At 12.30pm there’s an optional free visit to
WHAT’S ON the Beryl Cook exhibition, so you can compare your masterpieces with the ones we have on display! £2.50 per child. Accompanying adult goes free. Advance booking essential via Eventbrite.
and food stalls, music, dancing, performances, workshops, circus acts, children’s entertainment and lots more! Entry is £3.50 which includes entry to the House with under 12’s going free.
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August 6 CLASSIC CAR SHOW AND SUMMER FAYRE The 20th annual Classic Car Show and Country Fayre will include classic, American and kit cars along with military vehicles. You are invited to bring your pride and joy vehicles along with there being a large number of trophies up for grabs as well as a certificate of attendance for all exhibitors. The event will formally be opened by the Earl of Mount Edgcumbe. Alongside the cars there will be a large number of stalls, car boot sales, caterers and entertainment.
July 27, 31 August 8, 9, 10 BUSHCRAFT FOR KIDS A wild adventure walkabout, children will become part of a tribe and will learn about useful plants, shelter building, fire and much more. This one day mixed bushcraft/survival session will give children an adventure experience and insight into essential natural skills. Children will become part of a tribe and will learn about useful plants, shelter building, fire, water purification, using tools, international rescue signals, cooking, tracking, games and much more! 10am to 3.30pm. Booking essential. Mount Edgcumbe Cremyll 01752 822236 www. mountedgcumbe.gov.uk July 22 and 23 GREAT BRITISH FESTIVAL A celebration of all things British with vintage, artisan
August 12 and 13 CORNWALL PETFEST At this stunning location, there will be over 30 stalls selling pet related products and services, as well as loads of entertainment in the form of ‘have a go’ agility courses, a dog show, animal related workshops for the kids, behaviourist workshops, grooming demos, a Pet’s Got Talent competition, a dog walk, first aid workshops and plenty of refreshments to keep
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Mount Edgcumbe to see either Bridesmaids or Star Wars in an open air setting. Films start between 9.30pm and 10pm (as soon as light levels drop enough). See www.plymouthartscentre.org to book your tickets.
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Family Events Cotehele Calstock 01579 351346 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/cotehele July 14, 17, 18 NANCY BELLE BOAT TRIPS FROM COTEHELE QUAY Cotehele Quay Climb aboard the 22ft Nancy Belle and take a ride up the river. Starting from Cotehele Quay, the Shamrock’s support boat, Nancy Belle, will head up the river Tamar past riverside woodlands, under the railway viaduct, past Calstock and deeper into the valley towards Morwellham Quay. Throughout the trip, there will be a commentary on the valley’s fauna, flora and history. The trip lasts approximately 2 hours, and there is no cover on the boat so please dress for the weather of the day.
August 27 ARTISAN AND FOOD MARKET Visit the stunning Mount Edgcumbe’s Barrow Centre and enjoy the Artisan and Food Market, where there’ll be an exclusive selection of food and artisan exhibitors selling local goods, produce and artisan foods. There will also be live demonstrations and music to entertain you throughout the day. Entry is free so make sure you join in this event for a wonderful summer’s day out. Buckland Abbey Yelverton 01822 853607 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bucklandabbey July 15 to Aug 6 THE BIG BUTTERFLY COUNT Find a quiet corner in the Cider House garden and help us count how many butterflies you see in your 15 minutes of peace and quiet. Booking not needed, free event. General admission applies. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 FAMILY FELT Join Claire Pecker from the Wet Felting Company for a drop-in family friendly felting workshop. Booking not needed. £3 per person, admission applies. August 11 FAMILY RAG-RUGGING Drop in anytime between 12pm and 4pm to join Debbie Hastings for her fun, family friendly rag rug workshop - where you can create a masterpiece to take home. Booking not needed, £2 a ticket. General admissions applies. www.cornerstonevision.com
July 27 COTEHELE UNLOCKED Explore areas that are usually closed off to visitors and meet the staff and volunteers who care for Cotehele. The doors will be thrown open for you to peek into offices, enter the sixteenth century dovecote, the old potting shed and climb the spiralling 55 stone stairs to the roof of the house (weather permitting). You might want to bring a torch to peek into the back of all the closets. The old dovecote in the Valley Garden was once the roost for birds that were destined for the Edgcumbe family’s dinner table, these days a dole of doves happily makes its home there without worry. Booking not needed, free event. General admission applies. July 30 COSTUME SUNDAYS AT COTEHELE MILL Come and meet the mill team dressed in Victorian costume. You’ll be able to watch milling and baking demonstrations and buy a bag of Cotehele Mill flour to take home. Booking not needed, free event. General admission applies. August 1 to 31 COTEHELE EXPLORER SUMMER FUN Join in the summer of fun with various family-based indoor and outdoor activities. There’ll be a variety of self-led activities like nature trails, quizzes and 50 Things challenges all day, every day. There’s also an assortment of led activities planned such as hobby horse jumping, crafty Fridays, antique sword holding, sword and shield making and more. A different activity every day. Booking not needed, free event. General admission applies.
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Ongoing PLYMOUTH - FROM DESTRUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION Council House, Armada Way Plymouth suffered greatly during World War II. The docks and naval base made it a target resulting in the almost total destruction of the city centre and the displacement of tens of thousands of Plymothians. The city we see today epitomises the ambition and vision of post war planning. This exhibition includes fascinating objects, images and footage from the collection of Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery, the Plymouth and West Devon Record Office and the South West Film and Television Archive that explores the themes of destruction and reconstruction.
Until September 9 OUR BERYL: BERYL COOK AT HOME Council House Beryl Cook (1926 - 2008) is one of Britain’s best loved artists. Often referred to as ‘Rubens with jokes’, her work is instantly recognisable and is represented in private and public collections around the world. Although shy, Beryl took a great interest in people. From nightlife of all varieties, to the more innocent pursuits of line dancing and sunbathing on the beach, her paintings reveal a diverse spectrum of human activity - and her strong sense of humour. Co-curated by her family, this exhibition is crammed full of insights into Beryl and her outlook on life.
June 29 to July 4 PLYMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS A LEVEL EXHIBITION Sherwell Centre, Plymouth University Plymouth High School for Girls proudly showcase a collection of inspirational artwork by their A level students. Exploring a range of mediums, the students exhibit their final pieces and preparatory work they have produced as part of their projects. The exhibition demonstrates the progression and innovation of the students, celebrating their incredible talent and hard work. July 10 to Aug 4 SIGNPOST 6: A STRING OF THEORIES Cube3 Gallery Pioneered by the art department at Devonport High School for Girls, the Signpost exhibition is now in its ninth year and enables students from across Plymouth to showcase their work alongside professional artists in a public gallery. As art students, they have explored concepts that are an integrated part of creative thinking and practice. They have investigated different processes and looked at the intangible and unconscious dialogue that creative thinkers bring to their work - which continues to excite and motivate the Signpost projects. July 15 - Sept 2 PLYMOUTH CONTEMPORARY Peninsula Arts Gallery, KARST Now in its second year, the Plymouth Contemporary, run in partnership with Plymouth City Council, is an open submission exhibition, providing a platform for new, up and coming creative talent alongside artists working nationally and internationally. The artists, selected by a panel of curators, art director and artists were asked to respond to the theme ‘Visions’, a pertinent subject at a time when the world, on the surface at least, seems to be going through turbulent change. Artists have explored what the concept ‘Visions’ might mean for us now - from the political and social, to alternative realities and other dimensions, imaginary or absurd, utopian or dystopian, concrete or literal.
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Scene from Finding Fanon Part 3
Plymouth Arts Centre will be hosting the exhibition premiere of Larry Achiampong and David Blandy’s film trilogy Finding Fanon from July 6 to September 2. The film trilogy is a moving exploration or race, identity and globalisation inspired by the radical thinker Frantz Fanon, who died in 1961. It considers Fanon’s ideas about the mental distress caused by colonialism and the ways race, racism and societal issues affect relationships. The exhibition includes pieces by each artist from their individual practices and will be previewed on July 6 between 6pm and 8pm when David Blandy and Larry Achiampong will be in conversation with Ben Borthwick, artistic director of Plymouth Arts Centre.
David Blandy’s short film Tutorial will be screened before the cinema screenings of Inversion and My Cousin Rachel for the first week of the exhibition from Friday July 7 to 13. Larry Achiampong is a British-Ghanaian artist who has exhibited and presented projects in the UK and abroad. David Blandy is represented by Seventeen Gallery and his films are distributed by LUX. The Arts Centre will be hosting lunchtime talks exploring David Blandy and Larry Achiampong’s work exhibited in their Finding Fanon Sequence exhibition. No booking required.
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anniversaries and birthdays to children’s parties and corporate events. People can view a gallery and order online or visit Jasmine for a chat about a bespoke cake and try some tasters first. “Quite a lot of people like to do that,” she said. “Some people know exactly what they want already. They’ll tell me their vision or they’ll say ‘I’ve seen this cake that you made, can you do one for us?’ Other people will come to me and say ‘we don’t really know what sort of cake we want, can you help us?’ But as soon as we start talking about what they like and don’t like, they realise that actually, they do know what they want. And I’ll create a cake just for them, working to their budget. “Anything goes these days,” added Jasmine. “I’ve done every kind of cake you can think of. People want their cake to mean something to them, to reflect their personalities and what they like.” Jasmine specialises in buttercream, rather than icing: “That’s my signature. I find people prefer the freshness of buttercream. And people also like sponge rather than the traditional fruit cake. I offer loads and loads of flavours but almost everyone chooses either vanilla or chocolate.” The ‘in’ thing at the moment is ‘seminaked’ cakes, where
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the buttercream doesn’t completely cover the cake so you can see the layers underneath: “It has a nice rustic look and people like that.” This summer, Jasmine is being kept busy with wedding cakes. It means that most weekends are spent delivering and setting up the cakes at couple’s weddings: “I didn’t expect to be making so many wedding cakes so soon, but it’s great,” she said. “It’s an honour, really, to be asked to create someone’s dream wedding cake and I love being part of their big day.” She makes the cake on the night before the wedding and adds the finishing touches at the last minute on the day itself. “It’s as fresh as it can be,” she said. “And I put fresh flowers on the top that match the cake. Then it’s a case of popping the cake in my car and heading off to the wedding venue. I’ll make sure everything is delivered and set up perfectly.” Often, people want more than just a wedding cake: “Dessert tables are really popular at weddings at the moment, so I also do lots of mini-cakes or cupcakes as well as the wedding cake. At the first wedding I did, I made 200 minicakes! People also like mini brownies or meringues.” It’s not just Jasmine who’s loving her new career – husband Phil’s pretty happy, too: “He gets a lot of ‘off cuts’ and he’s really pleased about that!” And if she had to choose her own favourite cake, what would it be? “Anything with chocolate and salted caramel – yummy!” Take a look at a gallery of Jasmine’s cakes on the website or give her a call to discuss a bespoke cake – or cakes – just for you.
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HEALTH MATTERS
Therapy Dog Henry’s a hit on Hartor Patients and visitors to Derriford Hospital have been receiving a welcome of a different kind from a recent recruit to the Hartor Ward team. Henry, an 11-year-old Golden Retriever, has been visiting patients on the healthcare of the elderly ward to help with their treatment and recovery. “We were told that Henry is part of the staff on the ward here right away,” said Gerald Pearce, a patient on Hartor. “He helps me with my day and it’s lovely to have him on the ward. He gives us a change, a break up to the day and it makes for something a little bit different than the ordinary ward.” And the presence of their new-found canine friend hasn’t been lost on the staff either: “Henry’s visits are enjoyable for all the staff too and it is a great boost to morale – it’s real therapy. He provides a calming effect on what can be a very
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Many organisations, such as Resolution are campaigning for changes to the existing cohabitation laws which they say are outdated in our modern society. They argue that there are 3.3 million families who are currently cohabiting and that the laws need to change to provide legal protection for them. However, with no clear indication from the Government that any changes to the law are planned, we are stuck with the existing law. If you are living with your partner or thinking about moving in together, you should consider entering into a Cohabitation Agreement or Living Together Agreement to protect your interests and to formalise your financial rights and responsibilities. Perhaps not particularly romantic, but certainly more than a potentially stressful and expensive dispute if your relationship does, unfortunately, break down.
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busy ward. We all love having him here” added Teresa Beer, Ward Manager for Hartor. “It’s quite amazing as we have found that some of our patients who suffer with dementia remember Henry week after week. Sometimes he will go around and sit by a patient’s bed, allowing them to stroke him whilst he sits there happily, and others like to feed him dog biscuits.” As a registered therapy dog, Henry visits once or twice a week with his owner, Christine Gentle, and has started to make a difference to patients who are often on the ward for long periods of time. “We have longer stay patients than most wards so the days can become long and monotonous, we have a beautiful dayroom with a television but not all of our patients are able to move away from their beds. Henry comes in after lunch and offers a glimmer of hope and normality to those who are
familiar with having animals at home or have grown up with animals. We feel truly honoured to be able to provide such a wonderful experience for our patients,” added Teresa. Henry’s impact has been further felt alongside the introduction of the new day room on the ward. Sam Woollaston, physiotherapist at Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust also said: “Henry helps with the social interaction of the patients at lunch club in the newly refurbished day room. His presence encourages patients to socialise and talk together, and they really chirp right up when they see Henry. He’s making a very real, positive difference here.” And asked if Gerald thought Henry’s skills could be utilised on other areas of the hospital: “Why not? I don’t think there are many people that would dislike an animal on the wards. He’s very good for us and he is looked after very well by his owners.”
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TRAVEL MATTERS
Cyprus offers history, culture and fabulous family beaches This month’s article is by Vickie Taylor a senior member of the Peter Goord Travel team
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When I was offered a four-night luxury trip visiting Cyprus it was hard to say no! Cyprus is a country that I have always wanted to visit but haven’t got around to, so this opportunity to see the best bits across the island was a must. I started my journey from Newquay flying up to Gatwick with Flybe to meet my connecting flight with Norwegian Airlines to Larnaca. I was surprised how easy the connection was between flights and would definitely do it again for a long-haul flight from London. Norwegian Airlines is relatively new on the scene; they have been rebranded and introduced a lot of new routes both short and long haul. The aircraft was modern, spacious and even had the bonus of WiFi on board which was free of charge! After arriving in Larnaca we had a 40-minute scenic transfer to our first hotel which was the 5* Amathus Beach Hotel in Limassol. This hotel is a family favourite and you can see why – it is beach fronted with a splash pool for children, open plan dining looking out to the sea and spacious rooms. The new marina area of Limassol is around a 15-minute drive from the hotel, which features upmarket shops, restaurants and luxury yachts but still only a 5-minute stroll from old town Limassol with the traditional tavernas and shops. Whilst in Limassol we had the chance to look at the Four Seasons hotel which is the neighbouring property to the Amathus Beach. This hotel screams luxury having undergone a full renovation in 2016 and combines impeccable facilities with world class service. On the next morning, we left Limassol for our transfer to Paphos to stay at the Asimina Suites. We had a detour just off the main road to take in the beautiful view of Aphrodite’s Rock, which is one of the most sacred landmarks in Cyprus as the birth place of Aphrodite the goddess of love and fertility. I would recommend this as a short excursion – the views are unforgettable. There is a small beach and café near to the rocks to make more of a stop out of it. We continued our journey to
Kato Paphos for our stay and hotel visits in the area. This is perfect if you are looking for a quieter base but close enough to get into the town if you wanted. I used the local bus to get into the harbour in the afternoon which was a fixed charge of 3 euros return. The harbour has the usual selection of bars, restaurants and souvenir shops with cultural delights like the Paphos Mosaics, Paphos Castle and Archaeological Park. The following day we had a day visiting the most amazing hotels in Cyprus – The Elysium and The Anassa. The Elysium is 10 minutes outside of Paphos harbour right next to the Tombs of the Kings. This hotel is designed with the culture of Cyprus in mind. It is filled with local marble and stone and has uninterrupted views out to the Mediterranean. The tag line for this hotel is that you don’t have to die to experience heaven – and I can see what they mean! From Paphos we had around an hour transfer up into the hillside for our visit to Anassa which is situated on one of the best beaches on the island and built in the style of a Cypriot village. It is a luxury hotel for both families and couples and if you enjoy spa treatments this is the place to go with an award winning Roman style Thalassa Spa. The view over the Mediterranean especially at sunset is one of the best in Europe and together with the understated luxury and elegance makes this an ideal hotel for a beach break. Our last full day in Cyprus was spent travelling back to the other end of the Island to Ayia Napa. On the way, we had a stop just outside of Limassol at the 15th century Kolossi Castle which has spectacular views of the countryside from the top of the tower if you are brave enough to negotiate the castle stairs! From here we travelled to the archaeological site of Kourion which was one of the island’s most important city-kingdoms in antiquity. The magnificent Greco-Roman theatre – the site’s centrepiece - has been restored, and is now used for openair musical and theatrical performances - mainly during the summer months - making it one of the most popular settings for high-calibre cultural events. Alongside the theatre are the remains of the ‘House of Eustolios’, which was originally a private villa that was turned into a public recreation centre during the Early Christian period. Its remains consist of four panels of beautiful, 5th century mosaic floors in the central room, and a bathing complex that is located on a higher level. A roof structure allows visitors to enjoy the site all year round, and explore its remnants. Our last stop on our journey was to Omodos, one of the most beautiful villages in Cyprus. It nestles in the southern foothills of the Troodos Mountains and is in the centre of the famous wine making region of the country. It is only a 30-minute drive from Limassol town. Omodos is a village rich in cultural history and its famous Monastery houses a piece from the Holy Rope with which Christ was tied upon the Cross and was left in Omodos by St Helen. The village is filled with souvenir shops selling the famous and beautiful hand-made lace and jewellery, coffee shops, and restaurants including taverns and a few modern bars and cafes all housed in traditional buildings.
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Spolit for choice for summer family fun
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The lighter evenings, warmer weekends and summer holidays all mean that we’ve got more time to spend with our children doing things that don’t involve screens. And in our beautiful part of the country there is plenty that we can do that does not have to cost a lot. Sometimes it takes a bit more effort but the reward of a great family day out is worth it. It is important to try and squeeze as much quality time in as possible before they no longer want to be hanging out with their parents! (And by quality I don’t mean expensive activities, I simply mean spending time with them on a shared activity.)
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To the north of the city the moors provide great opportunity to get out and about. If you don’t drive there are regular buses that travel from the city centre. Take a circular walk around Shaugh Prior and take torches for the little ones in the disused train tunnel. Picnic at ‘The Rock’ at Yelverton: the children will love seeing how high they can climb. Paddle and swim at Cadover Bridge. Bring a BBQ to make an evening of it. Visit Lopwell Dam and cross over at low tide. Cycle around Burrator Reservoir. Visit the Dartmoor Prison museum in Princetown. Take up geo-caching – searching for treasure using GPS.
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Or if you prefer to be by the beach you have plenty of choice. Take a picnic or a BBQ if you are out of an evening, make a fire pit and toast marshmallows. Go to Wembury beach on a Wednesday and hear the church bells ringing. Visit Bigbury to see the tide come in around the island and take a trip on the sea tractor. Sit on Mount Batten beach to watch the National Firework Championships in August. Or go further afield to Cornwall where there are lots of beautiful beaches. Take a train ride. Visit Looe and walk to the beach. Ride to By Liz Crudginton Calstock and stroll along the of Roundabout River Tamar to Cotehele. A 1 Day Care Centre ½ mile walk through woodland takes you to Cotehele House and Mill. Train to St.Ives. This is a beautiful ride, taking about two hours and ending up at St.Ives’ lovely beaches. Take the train towards Exeter and
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GARDENING MATTERS
A gardener’s dream comes true By Derek Anderson of Plymouth Garden Centre
Every gardener desires one plant that flowers all summer, has exotic, striking looks, is hardy and comes in a wide range of colours. They seldom find one that ticks all the boxes, but after recent trials on new, modern varieties of Alstroemeria this may well be the one to do it. Most people know them as a cut flower and many think they are not hardy, difficult to look after, delicate and that they need copious amounts of water. But all that has changed now and there is an extensive range of colours from whites, pinks, purples, reds, maroons to sizzling oranges and yellows. They are also available in a range of heights from statuesque, back of the border, great for cutting, to medium sizes and dwarf varieties that are great for pots or the front of the border. Alstroemeria flowers are so exotic looking that it is not surprising many cannot believe that many are varieties are hardy down to -10c. They look like lilies, hence the common name ‘Peruvian Lilies’, but will last much longer. Many will flower from June to November. They can be planted between April and November in sun or partial shade and prefer a well-drained, fertile soil. Too much moisture can lead to root rot and fungal diseases. They are fairly drought tolerant, but letting them dry out completely will cause them to go dormant. Watering and feeding moderately should keep them in the peak of health. Dead heading regularly will keep them continually flowering all summer long. Don’t just cut the faded flowers off, remove the entire stem from the base and
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this will allow more light and air through to encourage new shoots to emerge. The pioneer for the modern revival is a variety called Alstroemeria ‘Indian Summer’. It is a robust grower, growing to 90cm (36ins) high and 45cm (18ins) in spread in its first season, eventually reaching 60cm (24ins) in spread. The foliage is different for an Alstroemeria being dark and bronzy, adding to its charm. Its stems are sturdy and stout, and are fairly self-supporting, but I would recommend some staking to keep it looking its best. The flowers are a vibrant orange with rusty red streaks and a yellow throat peppered with black spots, they complement the bronze foliage perfectly. It is perfectly suited to life in the border as well as life in a pot. A slightly variegated Alstroemeria has been bred from ‘Indian Summer’ called ‘Summer Breeze’ is slightly shorter, growing to a height and spread of 60cm (24ins), so won’t require any staking. The attractive and unusual foliage is a dark bronze green, with a lighter, slightly limey green edge. The flowers are borne on the tips of the stem in profusion. The flowers a lighter in colour than those of ‘Indian Summer’, but still vibrant and striking nonetheless. Its flowers are more of an apricot colour with yellow markings peppered with black spots. It harmonies beautifully with ‘Indian Summer’. Again this is perfectly happy in the ground or in a pot. A real breakthrough after 10 years of Alstroemeria breeding is Alstroemeria ‘Rock and Roll.’ This is unique amongst Alstroemerias, as the variegation in the leaves is extremely prominent and vibrant.
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When young, the plants resemble variegated Hostas. Despite having such a strong variegation to the foliage, this has not hampered the vigour of the plant at all. ‘Rock and Roll’ is still an extremely strong and sturdy plant. It will grow well in both sun and shade, and the variegation shows no sign of scorching in full sun. It produces flowers in vibrant red with a slight yellow throat peppered with black spots. The flowers shine above the foliage and really do stand out. Alstroemeria ‘Rock and Roll’ will definitely be the star of any border. It grows to a height of 70cm (30ins) with a spread of 60cm (24ins), so may need some staking. Again it is suited to both pot growing and in the ground. For something a little shorter that doesn’t require any staking, try Alstroemeria Inticancha, a series of plants bred for the cut flower market that make great garden plants. They grow to 45cm (18ins) in height and spread and produce an abundance of flowers from spring right until the autumn. They are numerous varieties that come in a wide range of colours, from white, through different shades of pink, reds, orange, yellow, purple to deep plum. These neat and tidy plants will look great near the mid to front of the border or as a centre piece in a patio pot. For those really limited for space there is a series of dwarf Alstroemerias called the Princess series. These are a low growing, compact, variety that grow really well in pots. They will quickly fill a pot and flower their socks off all summer long and will come back year after year. They grow to 30cm (12ins) in height, with a spread of 45cm (18ins). These are available in all the usual colours, so there’s one to fit every colour scheme. These dwarf Alstroemerias make a really colourful edge to borders and will grow very well in rockeries too. The vibrant flowers of all Alstroemerias is great for attracting pollinating insects into the garden, so as well as looking beautiful, they are also good for the environment too. It’s time to stop being wary of these stunning, exotic plants and have a go at growing them yourself. You’ll be astounded at how easy they are! www.cornerstonevision.com
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