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Issue 108 June 2013

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plymouth’s city of culture bid is a triumph for teamwork According to the bookmakers Plymouth is not one of the favourites to win the bid to become UK City of Culture in 2017.

The city’s bid was submitted at the end of April and the judging panel at the Department for Culture, Media & Sport – who are running the competition – are due to announce the final shortlist of four cities in June.

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It will be a bitter disappointment if Plymouth is not in the final four – particularly as some of the bidders are not actually cities and in a couple of instances represent a group of locations.

A huge amount of work went into preparing the bid and it required a lot of team work between Plymouth University, Plymouth City Council, the Plymouth Culture Board and a host of business organisations. It demonstrated just how well the public and private sectors can work together when it really matters.

The support for the bid from the people of Plymouth has been overwhelming and the city is ‘currently leaving the other competing cities for dead’ according to Adrian Vinken, chief executive of the Theatre Royal and chair of the Plymouth Culture Board.

Adrian added: “Win, lose or draw, what is clear is that the leadership commitment and public support generated by the bid so far means that we must maintain that momentum at all costs and drive through the transformation and growth of Plymouth’s creative and visitor economies now that they are there for the taking.”

If successful, the bid could generate tens of millions of pounds for the city’s economy and create thousands of jobs. You can still show your support for the bid by going to the website of the DCMS and click on the Plymouth fireworks picture to show your support. Or visit www.facebook.com/dcmsgovuk and click on Photos then scroll down to the Plymouth image of fireworks on the Hoe and click on the ‘Like’ icon. Better still, leave a positive comment too.

Hope you enjoy the latest issue!

Publishers: Chris Girdler and Ian Pilkington Editor: Debbie Girdler Designers: Sven Lauch and Sam Francis Photography: Roy Perring Contributors: Jon Morcom; Walter Combstock; Tracey Morris; Kerry Cole; Maria Ashurst; Bev Saunders and Lesley Shorrocks.

Advertising sales: Naomi Shearer, Sarah Simpson, Stefanie Clifton-Sprigg and Shakira Floyd Distribution: John Kowalski Finance: Karen Pilkington and Kim Craig Front cover: Kerry Hamilton has launched a unique new venture called ‘London’s Calling’. Picture by Plymouth Magazine photographer Roy Perring Contacts: Editorial Tel: 01752 268635 e-mail: chris@cornerstonevision.com Advertising Tel: 01752 225623 e-mail: ian@cornerstonevision.com The views expressed in the plymouth magazine are not necessarily those of the publishers. Every effort is taken to ensure the accuracy of all information contained in this magazine. However, the publishers do not accept any liability for any advice or information included in the magazine. the plymouth magazine is distributed free to 40,000 homes across Plymouth each month, with a further 5,000 copies strategically placed in leisure and retail outlets in Plymouth, Saltash and Tavistock.

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the lion king is coming

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wendy’s wise words

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success for simon

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Wendy Beresford-Ward of Plymouth’s Hyde Park Clinic has some helpful advice for busy mums who want to make the most of their looks.

Kerry Cole meets up with Sue Salsbury and Charles Kyte who run Plymstock Gallery and Framers and finds out how technology even has its part to play in framing.

Simon Warner is only in his early 30s but he has already established a highly successful business running two popular gastro-pubs in the Plymouth area.

Disney’s award-winning stage production of The Lion King is coming to Plymouth in January next year and is all set to be a block-busting sell-out.

Our comprehensive What’s On section has details of all the shows and events coming up at TR2, the Barbican Theatre, Pavilions and other venues in the coming weeks

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kerry’s new business venture is just capital A Plymouth mother of three who enjoyed a successful career in sales and marketing has come up with a fashionable new business venture.

Kerry Hamilton, whose home overlooks the River Tamar at Saltash Passage, launched ‘London’s Calling at Mine’ last year and it has proved a big success.

Kerry travels to London on a regular basis to hand pick exclusive fashion at some of the capital’s trendiest markets from some of the top new designers.

Returning to Plymouth with rails of new clothes she then organises shows in homes or at the workplace where ladies can buy the dresses and other lines at prices often cheaper than the High Street.

Although she has no qualifications within the fashion industry, Kerry’s friends and acquaintances have always admired her dress sense and choice of outfits and accessories.

“It was this that inspired me to launch London’s Calling,” said Kerry. “I trekked the Great Wall of China in aid of Jeremiah’s Journey in October 2011 and the whole experience really changed my outlook on life. I knew I wanted to do something different.”

Having spent nearly 20 years in sales and marketing, Kerry is an accomplished negotiator and using this and her fashion sense she travelled to London in the spring of 2012 to buy £500 worth of exclusive fashions.

“I wanted to know if my choice of designs appealed to other women like me and

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organised a couple of shows to see what the response was.”

With the pieces costing between £15 and £50, Kerry was delighted to find that her clothes sold like hot cakes and embarked on her new career in fashion. But there’s more to it than buying and selling clothes.

“Lots of busy mums don’t have the time to shop, but they still want to look good.

Online shopping is fine, but you don’t get the chance to try on the dress before you buy it. Shopping in the High Street is OK if you have the time, but you are not going to get advice from young sales assistants on whether or not something looks good on you,” she said.

“I want women to be seduced by fashion again and to help them fall in love with shopping again - on their terms and with their friends or colleagues.”

Kerry now organises two or three shows each week and has to travel to London at least twice a month to keep up with the demand.

She is happy to organises shows at a customer’s home or workplace and also hosts events at her own spacious home in Saltash Passage.

A typical London’s Calling at Mine show involves the guests arriving to find the exclusive rails covered up or hidden away. Invited friends can model the dresses and guests get the chance to try on as many as they like.

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“Women love to be empowered by other women, so trying on pieces with style tips from me and one another makes it a stimulating and exciting shopping experience.

Kerry said: “When I visit London I hand pick each piece for the show of the moment.

The hostess or organiser always gets first choice from the rail and, to be honest, I never know what I am going to buy at the markets until I get there.

“I am also happy to run charity events with part of the proceeds of the sales going to the organiser’s chosen charity.

“It’s a fun and exciting way to raise money for a good cause and to buy some super clothes at bargain basement prices.”

Kerry has launched her own website and is now keen to develop connections and partnerships with other local artisans, such as jewellery designers and makers of accessories.

For more information contact Kerry on 07866 490242.

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‘I could have danced all night Plymouth primary school teacher Jane Dowrick wanted to look her best for her son’s wedding.

And being a keen dancer she was also looking forward to stepping out on the dance floor at the reception.

But there was a problem. As Jane explained: “I can’t wear high heels for more than a short time because I suffer from back pain and hip pain caused by one of my legs being slightly longer than the other. To make matters worse I also have a bunion.

Determined to make the most of her son’s wedding she decided she would splash out on a new outfit for the day and a cocktail dress for the evening. But she was still unsure what to do about her footwear.

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Jane knew that on the big day she would be standing for a lot of the time, but the whole experience was an extremely positive one.

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how an auntie’s advice made all the difference to my My story will be a familiar one with many women who have, or choose to work while raising a family.

She told me: ‘Protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays and be individual - pale and interesting!’

As a mother of three, and a director at Hyde Park Clinic, I know only too well the ramifications that the ups and downs of everyday life throw at us.

Believe me I am so grateful for those choice words of wisdom. I am now 47 and have dared to ‘bare’ my face to you. I am wearing eye makeup and a slick of lip gloss, but the rest is just me!

The constant demands and daily routines invariably take their toll on our appearance and see us praying that there were often more than 24 hours in a day!

A little more ‘you’ time combined with some subtle ‘extra’ help, can really boost your spirits and just make you feel good.

This time it’s my story!

I can best be described as having a pale complexion with dark hair and a big tendency to burn in the sun. Taking care of my skin is therefore paramount to my ‘Irish Colleen’ look.

by wendy beresfordward director of hyde park clinic

From an early age I remember being so frustrated by the dark sun tans my friends all achieved whilst I either remained pale or turned a temporary red before returning to pale - so frustrating!

My auntie gave me some good advice about 25 years ago whilst sat on a beach one hot summer (we did have them once!)

Yes, I’ve had a little Botox to smooth out my parental frown. Why not?

Suffice to say Botox became the reason I opened the clinic after my first experience of it appalled me.

I was literally herded into a room with some 20 other women, rushed in and out like cattle, and left with the proverbial ball of cotton wool mopping up the dribbles of blood from the injections!

I knew there had to be a better way than that.

I remember thinking that surely it was meant to be an exciting and enlightening experience trying to look good and enhance your appearance and not fill you with dread?

Hopefully that is what has been achieved at Hyde Park Clinic and nobody is made to feel like I did that day.

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gallery with a cutting Sue Salsbury and Charles Kyte have been running Plymstock Gallery & Framers for two years now.

This art gallery, just off Elburton roundabout, near Plymouth also offers a specialist framing service The gallery itself hosts a selection of Plymouth’s best paintings including the work of Val Morsman (pictured right), a local Plymouth artist who works in mixed media, water colour and oil.

Also on display are various sculptures – many of which are produced by local artists.

for years can be transformed within wonderful framed displays. Our computerised mount cutter enables us to provide a wide range of shapes and embellishments.

We count ourselves fortunate to have been trained by one of the top framers in the country, who also examines for the Fine Art Guild, of which we are members.

“A lady came in the other day with a very old piece of art that her grandmother had painted.

It was just lying around, but is now beautifully protected and framed to display. Our motto is, ‘if it doesn’t move we can frame it.’ We frame anything and everything from sports shirts, baby shoes, football boots, medals, christening dresses, programmes, vinyl, tapestries, cross stitch etc and of course, photos and pictures.”

Prints and originals are available to buy, alongside a good collection of greeting cards. The friendly knowledgeable staff are always on hand to give you any background information you should require.

If you’d like something framed, no matter what it is, the chances are they can help.

Sue told me: “Our business doubles up as a specialist framing company and we use the latest technology to frame just about anything you can imagine. All the treasured objects that people have kept languishing in drawers or storage boxes

Talking with Sue revealed to me what an amazing lady she is. Although she has always been interested in art, it is only recently that by she has got into the gallery and framing Kerry Cole business. When I discovered her professional background, I felt sure that, when precious items are brought to her for framing, they are being passed into a safe pair of hands.

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edge but went on to become a nurse. Specialising in casualty, intensive care and critical care, she has worked in all the Plymouth hospitals including Freedom Fields before it closed down. She then went on to travel extensively in the field of clinical research. She truly is an inspiration and believes, ‘you can do anything you want to if you are determined enough.’

It seems fitting, with such a connection to Plymouth, that Sue should have recently acquired a simply stunning collection of historic watercolours of the Plymouth area. Painted by William James Steward Sutton, 102 images show the fine details of a by-gone-Plymouth, including Southside Street, Customs House, New Street, Union Street (with a train is going over the bridge!) Sue is delighted to have come across them and is considering how best to move forward with presenting the unique find.

The gallery’s specialist framer, Alison Thompson (left) has been working in the framing business for many years now. She has a great eye for detail and always likes a challenge.

She will be delighted to help you choose mounts and

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trims and advise on how best to frame and display your cherished items.

I very much enjoyed my time meeting Sue and Alison. So, if you’ve got something that means a lot to you, don’t leave it in the attic or cupboard. Instead, let them help you display it proudly, so your memories can come flooding back to you, every time you pass by.

Remember, you’ll be able to park just outside when picking your items up.

Contact them for full details or pop in and see them –they’re just three miles outside of Plymouth on Springfield Road. Free on-site parking is available.

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history in at duke of Historical tours of the Duke of Cornwall Hotel have proved so successful that they are to be repeated next year as part of Plymouth’s annual History Festival.

Dozens of visitors were given ‘behind the scenes’ tours in May as part of the iconic hotel’s 150th anniversary celebrations with extra tours being arranged because of the demand.

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The tours were led by hotel director Walter Combstock, who joined the hotel as an apprentice more than 50 years ago, and Jason Hirons, a walking artist. He provided a narrative journey through the Victorian hotel, while Walter shared memories from his time working at the Duke.

Walter said: “It was a very special time and it was great to welcome so many people of all ages to the hotel. Most of those who came along had special memories of the hotel, including a couple who had their wedding here and brought their children along to see the Duke.”

The walking tour took in hidden rooms, corridors, passageways and gave the public the chance to explore the building, including a visit to the tower at the top of the hotel, which has been completely refurbished as part of the anniversary celebrations.

Walter said that the tour groups were especially pleased to visit the famous tower, with its commanding views across the city and the Sound.

“There was a huge amount of interest in the tower and the part it has played in the history of the hotel,” said Walter.

The historical theme in May was rounded off with a talk on May 30 by Paul Davies, chairman of the Devon and Cornwall Polar Society and author of the book ‘From South Devon to South Pole’ which includes a foreword by Sir Ranulph Fiennes. His talk, entitled ‘Sir Ernest Shackleton: Antarctic explorer and Plymouth visitor’ proved particularly popular.

One of the main attractions of the 150th anniversary celebrations is the ‘Tea at the Top’ promotion which includes a two-hour afternoon cream tea in the tower, complete with champagne. The £35 charge per person includes a £5 donation to charity.

The unique promotion has caught the eye of the media, with stories about ‘Tea at the Top’ on both BBC Radio Devon and BBC Spotlight.

The special promotion is only available four times a week - with just two bookings available on Wednesdays and Sundays from 1pm to 3pm and 4pm to 6pm.

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Hotel director Jon Morcom said: “There has been massive interest in ‘Tea at the Top’ and the available slots are being filled up very rapidly. We’re now looking at the opportunity to promote this long-term as part of a package with our stunning Tower Suite.”

Funds raised during the 150th anniversary celebrations will be shared between three local charities: Jeremiah’s Journey, St Luke’s Hospice and Plymouth-based Friends and Families of Special Children.

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‘Plymstock Gallery and Framers’ operates as a bespoke framer dedicated to producing high quality framing. Our devotion to quality is maintained no matter what the object to be framed; from the smallest picture or postcard to the largest oil canvas or poster.

Equally, we accept the most complex memorabilia for framing and use our considerable skills to produce stunning results which will give constant pleasure to all who view it, be they the owner or the recipient of a gift. We will never sacrifice quality to speed, although we invariably make a special effort to comply with ‘last minute’ requests when a birthday or special occasion suddenly looms.

We are always ready to accept challenges and with the aid of our computerised mount cutter are able to enhance photos, prints, originals in all media, degree and other special documents, sport shirts, baby shoes and or outfits, medals are a speciality, as well as event programmes and tickets, CD and DVD discs and covers, in fact, ‘if it doesn’t move we can frame it’.

jason hirons points out some of the architectural features

The next big event is on Sunday June 16 when there will be a tea dance between 2pm and 5pm, bringing back memories of days gone by when the Duke’s tea dances were a big part of the social scene in Plymouth.

The tea dance will be held in the hotel’s recently refurbished ballroom and will feature the Ken Cotton Duo. There will be entertainment and dancing between 2pm and 4pm with a short break for the band when tea, coffee and biscuits will be served.

When the dancing finishes at 4pm hotel staff will serve an afternoon cream tea with tea, coffee, scones, clotted cream and preserves. The cost is £7.50 including a £2.50 donation to charity.

Jon said: “We hope that lots of people will come along and enjoy this traditional tea dance - hopefully including some who attended tea dances here in the past.”

He added that the 150th anniversary celebrations of the Duke had attracted a great deal of interest and response from customers past and present.

“The hotel does have a special place in the life of the city walter combstock (centre) chatting to and many people have fond one of the tour groups memories of times spent at the Duke of Cornwall, particularly weddings, anniversaries and other special occasions.

“We have received a lot of historical items, menus, brochures and other material, a lot of which will be included in the commemorative brochure we will be producing later in the year to mark the hotel’s 150th anniversary.

“We have also had feedback from lots of customers about their memories of the hotel, including some fascinating stories and anecdotes.”

For more information about the tea dance and other events contact 01752 275862 or visit www.thedukeofcornwall.co.uk

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thinking about a – some of your questions Hi, my name is Tracey Morris and I am the new cruise specialist at Peter Goord Travel.

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The main cruise line that sails from Southampton is P&O. They have seven ships ranging from 710 passengers to 3100 passengers. Three of their ships are adult only, whilst the other four are family friendly.

Other cruise lines sailing from Southampton are Princess Cruises, Celebrity, Cunard, Royal Caribbean, Fred Olsen, MSC and Silversea.

P&O and Cunard offer a very British traditional style of cruising, whilst Princess, Celebrity and Royal Caribbean are a more relaxed American style of cruising.

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MSC are typically Italian in style, whilst Fred Olsen will suit a more mature clientele.

Meanwhile, Silversea rate as one of the most luxurious cruise liner in the world.

If you are looking to fly and travel further afield, then there are some amazing itineraries available to places such as the Far East, South Pacific, Hawaii, Alaska and Australasia.

Stateroom choice is an important part of any cruise. Inside staterooms offer an affordable way to cruise, but remember that you will not have a window or any natural daylight. These are not good if you don’t like enclosed spaces.

Ocean View staterooms will give you either a port hole or picture window. There is nothing better than opening your curtains and seeing a new destination everyday.

You may want to consider a balcony stateroom. These are ideal for passengers who may like to spend a little more time in their cabin as they offer the extra space.

They are also great for sailaways from port as you do not have to fight for viewing space on the upper decks.

Stateroom location is also important. For first time cruisers I would always suggest a midship location and on a lower deck. This is generally where you will feel the least amount of movement.

The one question that first timer cruisers always ask is ‘what about tipping?’ This has changed a lot in recent years with the majority of cruise lines now adding a daily service charge (gratuity) to your on-board account. These charges are not mandatory and can be removed.

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cruise? key answered Many passengers still like to tip their crew of choice at the end of the cruise. If you choose to leave the automatic gratuity on your account, then you can expect to be charged from £3.40 per passenger per day up to £10 per passenger per day. This varies from cruise line to cruise line and can often be based on your stateroom type.

I hope this brief article has answered some of the questions that you may have about cruising. I am available to answer any further questions or help with your cruise plans at Peter Goord Travel. I can be contacted on 01752 364186 or by email at tracey@petergoordtravel.co.uk Finally I am pleased to announce a special group departure on the November 3 to China through Wendy Wu Tours for 16 days.

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I have been given an exclusive price of just £2,390 per person which includes all accommodation, all meals, flights, and most importantly your Chinese visa.

Incorporating Beijing, the Great Wall , the Terracotta Warriors, a River Yangtze cruise and Shanghai make this special departure a must for those who have always wanted to go to China. For more details please give us a call.

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Please Note: In last month’s Issue a special departure to the Northern Lights was listed as departing on the February 13 2013 from Bristol. Of course, it should have been February 13 2014, sorry for the error but the good news is you haven’t missed it!

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chicken, broad beans and new potatoes with mustard and tarragon Serves 4, preparation 15 minutess, cook 60 minutes 4x chicken thighs & 4x drumsticks (approx 1kg) 3 tbsp oil for frying 1 large onion, finely sliced; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 2 bay leaves 500ml dry cider; 400ml hot chicken or veg stock 700g broad beans in their pods, shelled ;700g new potatoes, halved or quartered if large 2 tbsp course grain mustard; 2 tbsp double cream or crème fraÎche large handful fresh tarragon leaves Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the chicken and fry on all sides until brown. Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Remove to a plate. Add the onion to the same pan, with a little more oil if needed. Fry gently for 6 mins. Add the garlic and fry for 2 mins. Add the cider, bring to the boil and let it bubble away for 5 mins.

Return the chicken to the pan, with any juices from the plate. Add the bay leaves and stock. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 20 mins. While that pot is simmering, in another pan of boiling water, cook the broad beans for 4 mins. Drain, refresh in a bowl of cold water, then remove the outer skins to reveal the bright green beans. Leave to one side. Add the potatoes to the chicken pot. Cover and simmer for another 20 mins, or until the potatoes are just tender.

Check the chicken is cooked through (simmer a little longer if needed). Add the broad beans, mustard and cream and simmer for 5 mins. Stir in the tarragon and check the seasoning before serving.

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simple recipe for success A popular Plymouth pub has been given a new lease of life after being taken over by an entrepreneurial businessman who has big plans for its future.

The Elburton Inn, situated on the busy A379 on the outskirts of Plymouth, has been given a big make-over by new owner Simon Warner, who also runs the awardwinning Rose & Crown gastro-pub at Yealmpton.

Simon, 32, first got involved in the catering industry when he was taking a teaching degree in Bristol. “I got a job as a barman in a local pub to help with my student costs and was then made head barman and then assistant manager.

“I fully intended to go into teaching, but a close friend invited me to go into business with him running the Oyster Shack at Bigbury. My teaching degree had given me a lot of skills, especially in working with people, which is one of the keys to success in a business like this.”

After two years at the Oyster Shack Simon decided he wanted to gain more experience and joined Wykeham Inns as general manager of the Rose & Crown which involved running two restaurants, including its high-profile seafood restaurant.

After a successful spell of two years at the Rose & Crown, Simon left the business to work in Dartmouth for a year helping unemployed youngsters to gain skills in the restaurant and catering trade.

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popular elburton inn is given a of life by simon and • continued from previous page Enterprise Inns at the end of 2009 to see if he would be prepared to take it over as the leaseholder. “It had been closed for a couple of months, but still had a high profile in the area, so I agreed to take it on,” he said.

Simon has overseen the renaissance of the Rose & Crown, which he has reestablished as one of the most popular gastro-pubs in the area.

After moving with his partner Naomi to Elburton he started to drop in to the Elburton Inn for an occasional drink. “The Elburton was a great looking pub so I was naturally very keen when I heard it was becoming available,” he said.

A few weeks later Simon heard that the Elburton was on the market and reached agreement in January last year with Enterprise Inns to run the pub.

By then he had also taken on The King’s general manager ben mcpartlin Arms in Tamerton Foliot, spending a year and tens of thousands of pounds transforming it in to a food-led pub - only for his plans to be destroyed by the devastating floods in November last year.He is now in the process of selling The King’s Arms to concentrate on the Elburton Inn and the Rose & Crown.

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He has brought his experience of operating good quality establishments to the Elburton Inn and turned it into a more modern dining pub, while keeping the relaxed pub atmosphere.

After the first six months of getting to know the business Simon recruited Dean Conbeer as head chef, one of the youngest in the area to hold such a key role. “Dean was my sous chef at the Rose & Crown so I knew he was capable of pulling my ideas together with the food.

Dean was ready for a new challenge and he is doing an excellent job here at the Elburton. He’s a really good guy and chef.”

Simon’s recipe for gastro-pub success is to focus on top quality food, locally produced and freshly prepared with an excellent standard of presentation.

“Affordability is another vitally important factor in the current economic climate,” added Simon, “so we place a big emphasis on value for money.”

Steaks and gourmet burgers figure prominently on the menu and are going head chef dean conbeer down well with the Elburton’s customers.

The meat all comes from South Devon farms and is supplied by award-winning butchers Aubrey Allen - who not only supply some of the finest restaurants in the country but also the Royal Household.

“Our steaks are particularly popular with our customers,” said Simon. “But that’s

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hardly surprising as the Queen gets her steaks from the same butchers.”

In the 15 months since re-launching the Elburton Inn, Simon and his 12-strong team have seen the business go from strength to strength. “Early on, we had much to improve on and there is still work to be done, particularly refurbishing the entrance and our loos which will be carried out later this year. We are settled in now and our business is becoming very popular.”

The decor and customer offering in the Elburton has been transformed both inside and outside with new furnishings and flooring and a range of special offers design to attract new and former customers.

Monday night features a charity quiz night, followed by ‘Bring Your Own Wine’ when dining on Tuesdays. Wednesday is the Burger Club with gourmet burgers and a bottle of wine for two for £20 followed on Thursday by Steak Night offering two steak meals and a bottle of wine, also for £20. succulent steaks

The Elburton Inn is open from 12 noon until 11pm every day of the week, with food served from 12 to 2pm and 6 to 9pm Monday to Saturdays.

Weekend trade, according to Simon, ‘can be very busy and bookings are recommended’ with Sunday roasts available from 12 noon to 6pm. With two courses at £14 and three courses for £16 per head, the Sunday business is growing

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fast. There are 40 covers in the spacious dining area and a further 50 seats for diners in the bar area.

In addition to the extensive a la carte menu, bar snacks and lite bites are also available. Drinkers are always welcome throughout the day where they can enjoy free Wi-Fi and a good selection of daily papers.

Recent positive reviews on Trip Advisor have highlighted how customers feel about The Elburton Inn. “Lovely place to eat really excellent menu and service first class service, booking is a must. Atmosphere is relaxed which makes it all the more enjoyable very glad this is my local! Excellent job in updating the place.”

“Having eaten out a lot in and around Plymouth, if I’m in the mood for a steak it’s the Elburton Inn every time for me. This much improved dining pub seems to get busier and busier on each visit.”

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theatre royal closes but the show goes on at TR2...

With the Theatre Royal undergoing a £7 million makeover, a ‘pop-up’ theatre has been installed at TR2, the Theatre Royal’s production and education centre in Cattedown.

An exciting programme of work is taking place at this award winning, unique location.

The pop-up theatre has seen one of the rehearsal spaces at TR2 transformed into a performance space with seating and staging that will enable a full programme of work to be presented.

This will include both professional theatre productions that would normally be in the Drum Theatre and a range of community and Creative Learning projects. Other facilities will also be available including a licensed bar and a cafe serving light pre-show suppers which will be located in the

Green Room with its stunning views over the River Plym.

Jun 11 to Jun 15 Chapel Street and Bitch Boxer

The venue also offers free parking and in addition, the theatre is offering free transport to the venue from the City Centre. Full details about the pop-up theatre programme at TR2 and how to get there are available on the Theatre Royal website www.theatreroyal.com Highlights of the programme of work at TR2 in the coming weeks are:

A double bill of two new award-winning plays performed over one evening.

Sweaty, fuzzy-tongued and drenched in booze, Chapel Street brings you a night of carnage in the lives of Kirsty and Joe. In Bitch Boxer, Chloe trains for the fight of her life and she is left winded by two life-changing events.

Jun 26 Platform 13

May 29 to Jun 1 Little Red Riding Hood

Meet Ethel and Sam as they get ready for bed with a not-so-sweet bedtime story of a girl with attitude, a wolf with an appetite, a larger than life woodcutter with an axe (and a very real fear of wolves) as well as other more friendly woodland creatures!

Jun 4 to Jun 8 After the Rainfall

Navigating between the arid Egyptian

A selection of short new plays from People’s Company members each taking a unique look at gender. desert, the British Museum and a quiet village green, this extraordinary Edinburgh Fringe First winning company uses multimedia, movement and sound to conjure up an epic and passionate story, questioning our relationship between past, present and eternity.

Jun 28 and Jun 29 Oxygen

Cornwall, June 1913: fifteen women gather. They want to end child poverty, they want to end white slave traffic, they want to end sweated labour. But they can’t do this unless they have the right to vote. Oxygen is a new play

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disney’s award-winning lion king coming to plymouth next year – see full story on page 40 produced by Dreadnought South West Association, who work with arts and heritage to champion women’s voices and stories.

Jul 18 to Jul 20 Our Space - The Edge

Our Space is an emerging theatre company that aims to challenge

perceptions of social exclusion.

Members come from all walks of life, some of whom have faced challenges in their lives; all of whom have a passion for making theatre.

For tickets contact the Theatre Royal Box Office on 01752 267222 or visit www.theatreroyal.com

Mondays Voices 4 Change

A free weekly session for 12-18 year olds that explores many of the challenges that young people face today.

Tuesdays Dance Young Apprentice

Weekly sessions to develop dance skills.

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Jun 7 Summer of Terror

Exeter Alternative Theatre present three short plays that explore the darker side of the human condition.

Two are by a true forgotten hero of British Grand Guignol, Frederick

Witney. The naturalistic viciousness which Witney injected into his writing resulted in Coals of Fire being banned outright when submitted for a licence for the 1920s London Grand Guignol.

A blind woman warms herself by a fire whilst as a younger woman confesses that she is having an affair with her husband, with dire consequences!

The Last Kiss is Witney’s darker, and altogether nastier, adaptation of a Maurice Level short story.‘He’ is blind and badly scarred following an acid attack by his jealous lover some months earlier. ‘She’, having been

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Jun 12 and 26, Jul 10 Café Acoustica

Fortnightly showcase of unplugged talent, hosted by singer-songwriter Jessie Mullen.

prosecuted for the attack, pays him a visit three days after her release.

La Morte de L’Amour (The Death of Love) is a brand new Grand Guignol play. Three people find themselves in a room bound to chairs. The husband has fifteen minutes to decide who dies: his wife or his lover. Expect 60 minutes of pure unadulterated terror as Exeter Alternative Theatre take audiences on a macabre journey deep into the darker side of the human psyche.

Jun 13 Andy Quick

The entertaining and personable frontman of popular local band Land of the Giants performs a solo acoustic slot.

Jun 14 Tango Sonoro

An evening of tango music and dance.

Tango is a style of music from Argentina and Uruguay that first appeared in the mid 19th century.

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Jun 5 and Jul 3 Comedy Night

Some light relief with the best standups on the UK circuit.

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June’s show features Josie Ghost – the project of songwriter, pianist and film

maker Jo Horsey. After 18 months playing keys and singing with The King Blues, she’s back with her distinctive ‘lovesick alt-pop’.

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pop, soul and musical theatre numbers and Strictly’s stunning array of costumes.

Jun 25 Americana Night

Jun 18 The Moody Blues

Featuring California’s Frank Fairfield, a young man and old time folk musician who plays fiddle, guitar and banjo while singing and hollering. An unbelievable word-of-mouth sensation who channels the spirit of another era in his spellbinding live shows.

The Moody Blues, whose legacy spans four decades of hit-making and sell-out tours, will continue to entertain audiences with their timeless music on their brand new 14 date tour!

Jun 19 Al Murray

Jun 27 and Jul 25 Thomas Ford

Broken Britain may be staring into the bottom of an empty pint glass, but don’t lose hope – Al Murray The Pub Landlord is back to fill it up again, with a brand new show of epic proportions.

Electrifying blues talent in the form of this harp-playing, hard blues singing solo performer.

Jun 28 Richard Earls

The dance spectacular strictly confidential is at the plymouth pavilions in june

more percussion than you can shake a stick at, playing funky ska and retro grooves, all with an edge of jazz and soul.

With the force of a freight train, Brian O’Donnell’s driving guitar and Richard Earls’ wailing harmonica rock, roll and tumble through a full programme of rockabilly, rhythm and blues.

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Jul 12 Lost in Space

Strictly Confidential is a fabulous dance spectacular – a Strictly fix that is not to be missed! Told through the eyes of the hugely popular Lisa Riley, under the direction of TV’s most notorious

A stomping seven-piece party band, with raunchy female vocals, a full brass section, funky bass, rocking guitar and

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Jun 21 and 22 Jason Manford

The show promises to feature a wealth of comedy anecdotes, comic misunderstandings and audience banter delivered with Jason’s likeable charm and teasingly intelligent wit.

Jun 23 Shaolin Warriors

This breathtaking show vividly depicts the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters’ feats of agility, strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous

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theatres & shows martial arts training. The show is an extravaganza, with gorgeous scenery, atmospheric music, beautiful lights and hundreds of costumes. The fully choreographed spectacular features 22 professionally trained Kung Fu Masters.

Audiences will be amazed and thrilled by their death defying disciplines such as qigong, animal imitation boxing, drunken boxing and fighting with 18 kinds of traditional weapons. A huge hit across continents and seen by over 500,000 people of all ages, Shaolin Warriors is a must see for family audiences and martial arts enthusiasts alike.

Jul 12 and 13 Plymouth Beer Festival

The two day Plymouth Beer Festival, in association with CAMRA, is back again.

Now in its tenth year, with over 100 real ales and the largest selection of cider and perry anywhere in the South West, it promises to be the place to be for beer

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lovers! As well as hundreds of real ales and ciders on offer, there’ll also be an international beer bar allowing visitors to experience a whole new world of beer.

There’s music from Shoot The Crow on Friday evening, and Dr Feelgood will be in concert on Saturday evening!

Jul 19 to Jul 21 Dora the Explorer Live!

Dora the Explorer fans will delight in this two act, song and dance spectacular that invites them to think, sing and play along.

Jul 25 The Mavericks

The post-punk band with deep retrofittings who emerged from Miami’s indie scene over 20 years ago, created a sound of neo-traditional country music which has been described as having innocence, intensity, and vintage influences all in equal measure. With

Cuban American lead singer Raul Malo at the helm, the country-steeped garage band have played sold out shows in the UK including London’s Royal Albert Hall, and extensive tours of Japan, South America, Europe, the USA, and Canada.

Witness the unique Tex-Mex sound which fuses traditional country music with rock & roll this Summer in Plymouth!

second plymouth date for ‘queen of comedy’ sarah

Top comedian Sarah Millican has added a second date at the Plymouth Pavilions in October.

Following the sell out of her forthcoming October date, the British Comedy Award’s Queen of Comedy has added Saturday October 26 to her brand new show ‘Home Bird’ in addition to Friday October 25.

Sarah is giving up the party scene (Ann Summers), easing off on the drinking (fizzy pop equals wealthy dentists) and is settling down (taking her bra off).

Determined to put down some roots, she now has a cat (furry baby) and even a tree (she has a lot of mugs).

On this, her third national tour, you will learn what to take on a dirty weekend, the easiest way to blend in at posh restaurants and how to teach a pensioner to swear. Join her for some hilarious domestic bliss.

Not suitable for under 16s To book tickets contact the Box Office on 0845 146 1460 Or visit www.plymouthpavilions.com for ‘print at home’ ticketing

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twin concerts for twinned cities music Jun 2 and Jun 16 Plymouth Jazz Club

It’s a busy summer for musical director Christopher Fletcher, and to get in the right mood he’s conducting the Plymouth Philharmonic Choir with flags instead of his baton as they all prepare to perform both in Plymouth and in Brittany.

This year Plymouth celebrates its 50th anniversary of being twinned with Brest, capital city of Brittany.

But Plymouth is not the only place in Devon or Cornwall to have twin towns in Brittany: Wembury is twinned with Locmaria-Plouzané, and Saltash with Plougastel-Daoulas, and in July members of the Philharmonic Choir will cross the English Channel to perform concerts in both these Breton communities.

A distinctly French programme of music is planned with beautiful works by Gabriel Fauré: Requiem, Cantique de Jean Racine, and Tantum Ergo.

The Frog Island Jazz Band at the Royal British Legion Club, Tailyour Road, Crownhill. June 16 Martin Bennett’s Old Green River Band. Call 01752 721179 or visit www.plymouth-jazz-club.org.uk Jun 7 and Jul 5 Jazz at the Fleur

Duke of Cornwall Hotel Free entry for live jazz from 9pm to 11.30pm. www.jazzacadabra.co.uk Jun 14 Light Night Music

Plympton St Maurice Church Featuring the Sir Joshua Reynolds Choir, directed by Jenny George, accompanist Anne Kalas. The opening event of the Plympton St. Maurice Summer Festival. Tickets from Liz Ford, 345390, Vicky Gibbons, 346630 or Sara Gibbons, Plymouth 335582.Proceeds to selected charities.

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Jun 14 Plymouth Area Police Choir Annual Concert

Methodist Central Hall, Plymouth Celebrating its 41st year with songs from shows and musicals. Compere BBC presenter David Fitzgerald with guest artist Cornish opera singer -

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Cheryl Rosevear, Choir Girl of the Year 1997. Tickets 01752 510934 or at the door. www.plymouthareapolicechoir.com June 19 Movie Night

The Guildhall, Plymouth With Plymouth Symphony Orchestra,

The Philharmonic Choir performed the Requiem in Plymouth in March to rapturous applause, and the

conductor Anne Kimber. Excerpts from: Apocalypse Now (Ride of the Valkyries), Henry V, Jurassic Park, Pirates of the Caribbean, ET, Indiana Jones and more! Tickets online at www.wegottickets.com.

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Cantique some years ago, but the other piece is new to the singers so there is much music to learn.

But that is not all. Before the choir packs its bags to board the ferry, there is the not-so-small matter of yet another major concert for its enthusiastic and appreciative local audience in Plymouth Guildhall.

Vocal sparks are likely to fly as Christopher Fletcher will be conducting the choir through Handel’s thrilling setting of the psalm Dixit Dominus.

This piece is paired with Vivaldi’s exuberant Gloria and Schubert’s Mass in G, an astonishingly brilliant work from a composer who was just eighteen years old.

The soloists are Elizabeth Weisberg, soprano; Siona Stockel, soprano; Susanna Spicer, mezzo-soprano; Richard Rowntree, tenor and Andrew Mahon, bass.

The concert is being held on June 30 in Plymouth Guildhall. Ticket information can be found on the Choir’s website www.plymouthphilchoir.org, or call the booking office on 01364 72429.

Jun 22 Midsummer Nights Dream Ball

Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club, The Hoe, Plymouth Featuring the Elaine Davies Quintet.

Contact Elaine on 07973 600190 Jun 23 Carlton Big Band

Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club, The Hoe, Plymouth Tickets from 01752 664327, Kerry’s Music - 01752 227120 or Elaine 07973 600190. Bookings available for carvery and light lunches also available.

Jun 28 Jazz Cruise

Leave from the Barbican Landing Stage, Plymouth With the Gavin Martin Jazz Quartet.

Cruise across the Sound and up the River Tamar with good company, food, drink and music. Tickets to include buffet supper, from 01752 844519.

Jun 29 Plymouth Phoenix Chorale

St Peter’s Church, Wyndham Square Informal concert on the theme of ‘Sea’, For more information on these and other musical events visit www.plyclassical.co.uk

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Jun 30 Plymouth Philharmonic Choir

The Guildhall, Plymouth Featuring Handel’s Dixit Dominus; Vivaldi: Gloria and Schubert: Mass in G Tickets from 01364 72429.

Jul 3 Plymouth Clarion Choir

Plymstock United Reformed Church Concert for senior citizens. Contact Doreen Brown 01752 406131 Jul 12 Classical Masters Series: Mozart

Roland Levinsky Building, Plymouth University Featuring the Ten Tors Orchestra, Simon Ible - conductor, Arta Arnicane - piano, Will McNicol - acoustic guitar.

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Plymouth has one of the best event programmes in the country, with year round fun for all the family.

June and July promise to be particularly busy on the land and on water with a host of events that are set to attract thousands of visitors to the city.

At the beginning of June the Barbican will host the Jaguar Classic Car Show when Jaguars from across the years will be on show between 11am and 4pm on Sunday June 2.

Saturday 15th June 2013 - 10am to 3.00pm Enjoy a family day with our experienced rangers learning all about the great outdoors.

Tickets cost £18 (1 adult+1child), £25 (1 adult +2 children).

Check www.mountedgcumbe.gov.uk for more events All tickets should be booked in advance by contacting: Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park Tel: 01752 822236 email: mt.edgcumbe@plymouth.gov.uk

Later in June, Plymouth City Centre will be turned into the fashion centre of the South West with the new revamped Plymouth in Fashion week. There will be two days of fashion shows in the heart of the city centre on June 15 and June 16.

Plymouth in Fashion will showcase the latest high street fashion from Plymouth stores such as House of Fraser, Debenhams, Marks & Spencer and Moss Bross as well as many independent stores. New for this year will be a vintage fair in partnership with Miss Ivy Events.

The annual coverage of Wimbledon on the big screen returns to the Piazza on June 24 and continues until Jul 7.

The Piazza will be adorned with grass and picket fences, to give you a true feeling of the hallowed courts of Wimbledon.

Spectators will be able to enjoy the British summer in front 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.

Brand new for 2013 is the ‘Festival of Sail’ which starts on June 27 and continues until July 7 featuring an exciting programme of events on and off the water.

Starting with the exciting Route des Princes, a new European multi p1 powerboats return to the sound over the weekend of june 29 and 30

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huge multi-hull yachts taking part in the route des princes will arrive in plymouth for a stopover at the end of june

super in britain hull sailing race, and taking in the P1 Powerboats, Armed Forces Day and Plymouth Race Week.

Huge yachts, all at least 50 feet in length, will be stopping over in Plymouth between June 26 and June 29 as part of the inaugural Route des Princes event.

Top crews will battle it out over a course that stretches between France, Spain, Portugal, England and Ireland.

The course for the multihull tour will take the fleet from Valencia in Spain around to Lisbon, on to Dublin in Ireland, then to Plymouth, and finally finishing in the Brittany port of Morlaix – over 3000 miles of racing in all.

Armed Forces Day on June 29 will give an opportunity to see the armed forces up-close and will feature displays from current personnel, veterans, cadet forces,

r summer n’s ocean city support agencies and charities.

A major attraction will be the Veterans’ Village.

Organisations and charities who support services for veterans are invited to come along and promote their activities.

Service associations are also being invited to a Parade of Standards across the Hoe. The P1 Powerboats are set to arrive in the Plymouth Sound on the weekend of June 29 and June 30 and expected to amaze crowds with high speed racing.

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Towards the end of July will see more water based entertainment with the Port of Plymouth Regatta and the Sutton Harbour Classic Boat Rally.

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music Jul 19 Tamar Concert Choir

Rock Methodist Church, Yelverton Tickets £5 on the door Jul 20 Singing Workshop Day

St Paul’s Church, Yelverton With Simon Ible - musical director, Mary Mazur-Park - organ. Choruses from Haydn’s The Creation. Workshop fee £13, £10 members of University of Plymouth Choral Society Admission free to the informal performance with donation invited in aid of the Memory Café.

Jul 20 Rame Peninsula Male Voice Choir

Saltash Wesley Church Tickets from Sue Hooper Charitable Foundation 01752 843073 Visit www.plyclassical.co.uk for more information on musical events

plymouth symphony orchestra movie nights

Music lovers are promised a great night out at the movies with the Plymouth Symphony Orchestra’s Movie Night Plymouth Guildhall on Wednesday June 19 at 7.30pm.

This Movie Night extravaganza features some of the most popular and wellknown movie music, such as James Bond, Titanic, Indiana Jones, Pirates of the Caribbean and Jurassic Park. These concerts are always one of the most popular of the season. You are guaranteed a thoroughly enjoyable evening and there really is something for everyone!

The Plymouth Symphony Orchestra has been central to the musical life of the city for over 137 years and continues to perform challenging music, ranging from the traditional to the contemporary. It is one of the longestestablished orchestras in the country and the present conductor, Anne Kimber, is only the sixth conductor to have taken up the baton in 137 years.

Anne has been connected with the PSO for many years herself, first as a player and subsequently as conductor. As such she has helped to draw performances of real power and vibrancy from the players, enabling it to become the most accomplished group of its kind in the South West.

The orchestra aims to achieve a balance between established masterpieces and an adventurous selection of less familiar music, offering varied programmes and also performing with world class soloists.

These have included Nigel Kennedy, Peter Donohoe, the late Jack Brymer, Julian Lloyd Webber, Priya Mitchell, Anna Markland, Ralph Kirshbaum, Joanna MacGregor, Noriko Ogawa and, more recently, Craig Ogden and BBC Young Musician of the Year, Jennifer Pike.

The Movies Night concert is also being presented at Sterts Theatre, Liskeard on Sunday June 16 at 5.30pm.

For more information about the concerts and where to buy tickets please visit the website www.plymouthsymphony.co.uk.

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major events Premier Speedway League

Jun 7 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 28 Jul 5 Jul 12 Jul 19

Devils v Glasgow Devils v tbc Westernapolis (individual) Devils v Berwick Devils v Rye House Devils v Ipswich Devils v Workington

Jun 2 and Jul 7 Good Food Market

Royal William Yard The market showcases some of the best local food and drink in the South West. Visit www.royalwilliamyardnews. wordpress.com Jun 2 Jaguar Classic Car Show

The Barbican Explore Jaguar cars from across the years and enjoy a relaxing weekend in this historical location.

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Jun 15 and 16 Plymouth in Fashion

The Piazza, City Centre Style Plymouth returns this year with two days of fashion shows in the heart of the city centre.Showcasing the latest high street fashion from Plymouth stores such as House of Fraser, Debenhams, Marks and Spencer and Moss Bros as well as many independent stores. New for this year, there will be a vintage fair in collaboration with Miss Ivy Events.

Keep an eye out for more details nearer the time.

Jun 15 Summer Ball

Duke of Cornwall Hotel SLIC (Southern Ladies in Commerce) Summer Ball in aid of St Luke’s Hospice. Three course dinner and Nick Bryant Disco. Black Tie. For information and tickets contact Melanie Williams on 01752 275862.

Jun 24 to Jul 7 Wimbledon on the Big Screen

The Piazza, City Centre Feel the tension from Centre Court live from Wimbledon on the big screen.

Jun 29 Armed Forces Day

the Plymouth Sail and Power Festival, a full calendar of events will ensure that the shoreside entertainment is every bit as spectacular as the sailing, with a dedicated, fully licensed race village on the Barbican offering food, live entertainment, tradestands, open-air market and daily prizegivings.

Throughout July On the Hoe

Jul 13 Eddystone Charity Sailing Pursuit

The Hoe A wonderful opportunity to see the armed forces up-close and will feature displays from current personnel, veterans, cadet forces, support agencies and charities.

Merchant’s House, 33 St Andrew Street, Plymouth See a new display of black and white images of Plymouth Hoe from the city’s photographic collections. The images date mainly from the late Victorian and Edwardian times. A small number of them also show the Hoe in the 1950s - a period when Plymouth rebuilt itself after the devastation of the Blitz.

Open 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday (closed Sunday and Monday).

Jul 4 to Jul 7 Plymouth Race Week

The Sound The multiple courses, purposefully laid to suit the different styles of the class and taking into account the wishes of the sailors, allow this regatta live up to the slogan, ‘The Yachtsman’s Regatta’. Also timed to coincide with

Plymouth Sound Having raised over £300,000 for more than 120 charitable causes since its inception in 2002, the Eddystone Charity Sailing Pursuit is once again calling on ordinary sailors, who normally steer clear of a racing buoy, to sign up for this year’s 26 mile sailing marathon in Plymouth. Billed as a ‘chase’ and very definitely not a ‘race’, the 12th Eddystone Charity Sailing Pursuit culminates in an evening of supper, entertainment and prize giving which will be hosted by the National Marine Aquarium for the first time. This year organisers are adopting a new formula for awarding prize money from the ‘prize pot’ which has been increased to a bumper £15,000. For entries and information, go to the website at www.eddystonepursuit.org

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Jul 20 to Jul 28 Port of Plymouth Regatta

Jul 26 to Jul 30 Sutton Harbour Classic Boat Rally

The Sound Port of Plymouth Regatta Week offers superb competitive racing for all classes of dinghies and yachts in Plymouth Sound. With a spectacular location to watch the racing and evening entertainment and shore side events to match, Plymouth Regatta is the place to be.

Sutton Harbour Spend a day at the stunning waterside location of Sutton Harbour and embark upon a journey of discovery into the world of classic boats. Everyone welcome with plenty of fun for all the family.

best-ever flavour fest Flavour Fest is celebrating its 10th birthday in 2013.

With over 100 traders showcasing the best produce the South West has to offer, from organic meats, pasties and pies, to Cornish cheeses, to Devonshire ice cream, Flavour Fest this year promises to be the best yet.

New in 2013 is the Real Ale and Wine area with a variety of local ales, wines, ciders and beers as well as the Covent Garden entertainers who are currently on tour.

Flavour Fest 2013 takes place on Friday to Sunday August 16 to 18 and is free to attend.

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family stuff Events at Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery, Drake Circus The Imaginators

Admission free. Booking essential.

Free, fun creative learning sessions for pre-school children and their parents/ carers. 10.30am to 11.30am or 1pm to 2pm on Wednesdays (term time only).

Advance booking is essential. Call 01752 304665 to reserve your place.

Wild About Plymouth

Plymouth’s Buzzing Jun 8 1am to 2pm, Central Park, Plymouth Admission Free. No need to book Come and help ‘Buglife’ find out what bees, butterflies and other buzzing wildlife have moved in to our new urban meadows. Hunt in the grass, explore the plants and discover the huge number of insects which move pollen from one plant to another. Experts

will be on hand to identify your finds.

Meet in Central Park at the pedestrian roundabout with the clock, behind the Life Centre.

Bug Hunt June 30 10am to 12 noon Ford Park Cemetery, Ford Park Road, Plymouth. Admission Free. No need to book. Hunt for beetles, spiders and other little creatures in the undergrowth with experts on hand to help identify any

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mini-beasts you find. This is an annual event with a twist! The bug finds will be recorded to discover the diversity of insects in the Cemetery. Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather, and remember to put on sunscreen if it’s sunny. Meet us in front of the Old Chapel at the Cemetery.

Seashore Safari Special Jul 7 12 noon to 3pm Cawsand Beach, Cawsand. Admission to main event free with no booking required. Snorkelling is £4 per adult and £3 per child over 8 yrs – payment and booking essential.

Explore the local coastline for marine creatures with the Blue Sound Project.

For confident swimmers and over 8s who want to, there is also an opportunity to get a rare glimpse beneath the waves with a snorkel session led by trained professionals (booking and payment essential – call 01752 304774). Please bring a swimsuit, towel and warm clothes if you are snorkelling.

Meet on Cawsand Beach.

Batten Beach Art Aug 4 10am to 12pm, Batten Bay, Mount Batten, Plymouth. Admission Free.

Please call 01752 304774 to book.

Bring your imagination, a digital camera and a sandwich to Mount Batten and collect natural objects with us to create some seashore-inspired art that will be photographed and displayed on the Museum’s Flickr photostream. Meet at the bottom of the beach steps.

Make and Take

Make something then take it home with our seasonal creative sessions aimed at children aged five to 11 (all of whom must be accompanied by a responsible adult). Sessions run from 11am to 12 noon and 1.30pm to 2.30pm. Admission is free. Advance booking is essential on 01752 304774.

Call on the day to see if any last-minute places are available - although there is no guarantee any will remain.

Daddy Cool June 15 11am to 12pm, 1.30pm to 2.30pm Father’s Day is on June 16 this year.

Come in and make little hand made gifts to give to your dad on his special day.

British Festival of Archaeology: Roman Army July 27 11am to 12pm, 1.30pm to 2.30pm Make a Roman shield, helmet and flag as we mark the British Festival of Archaeology.

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Enjoy a family adventure learning all about the great outdoors. Learn how to build a shelter, light a fire without matches and even forage for food! All children to be accompanied by an adult: no more than two children per adult.

Meet at Cawsand car park at 10am wearing suitable clothing and footwear.

Bring a packed lunch and drink.

Jun 15 Going Bats

A nocturnal adventure with the colonies of bats. Meet on the terrace at the front of the house at 8pm. The walk will take approximately 2 to 3 hours and will finish off with hot soup. Wrap up warm and wear suitable footwear for the walk.

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family stuff Jun 23 Sherlock Holmes

The Pantaloons Theatre Company present open air theatre for the whole family at 3pm. Holmes and Watson tackle their most fiendish case yet in this delightfully inventive and hilarious show for all ages. The game is afoot!

Taking place in the Italian Garden, why not take along a picnic and enjoy a day out at Mount Edgcumbe. Tickets £11.50 for adults, £7 for children and £32 for a family (2 adults + 2 children). Tickets from 01752 822 236.

Saltram House Plympton 01752 333500 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ saltram

Jun 14 and Jul 12 Parkers at Play

Discover Saltram brought to life with the characters of it’s past and take a peek into some of the favourite past times of the family and their distinguished guests. An evening of costumes and stories spanning three centuries of the Parker family. Listen in to conversations about the hobbies, past times and extravagances typical of the Parkers and their friends from 1743 right up until 1927. This guided tour will take visitors on a journey through the House meeting costumed characters and narrators alike.

Various dates in June, July and August Themed Guided Tours

Join the National Trust trained tour guides for a themed half hour ‘taster’ tour. Be enthralled as the guides bring to life the stories of the people that lived and worked at Saltram, upstairs and downstairs, and how they changed and influenced Saltram.

Various dates in July Boredom Busters

A range of activities to keep the boredom at bay and help you tick off your ‘50 things to do before you’re 11 3/4’ list. Including dressing up, crafts, trails, games, den building and self-led activities. See website or telephone for details of activities on each day. Small charge may apply for some activities.

July 20 Jazz Picnic

A real favourite: Join the Plymouth Jazz Club for another evening of jumping jazz. Bring your picnic and dine, dance

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jazz picnic at saltram in july

and listen to the music of two great bands on the lawns of Saltram House.

Refreshments and bar available.

Tickets in advance, or on the gate.

Aug 6 and 20 Mini-Beast Safari

Join the warden team to explore the pond and hunt for the mini-beasts that live in and around its watery depths.

Buckland Abbey Yelverton 01822 853607 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ buckland-abbey

Jun 18 Woodland Walk

Join the warden to on this guided walk through the woodland and learn about woodland management and wildlife.

Keep your eyes peeled and you might even see some deer.

July 7, 28 and Aug 5 Tudor Archer

Tudor archery display taking place outside the Abbey.

July 13 and 14 Shakespeare Festival

Experience a selection of Shakespeare’s comedies brought to life in beautiful surroundings of Buckland Abbey. Talk to Elizabethan re-enactors and immerse yourself in another world.

July 20 and Aug 17 Family Felt

Join Claire Packer for a drop in family workshop where families will be making felt items.

July 30 Costume Day

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July 31 Family Walk

Join the warden on an estate walk with families in mind. The estate looks gorgeous in early summer and you may well spot some exciting wildlife.

Aug 24 to 26 Medieval Weekend

Join the Medieval Free Company as they take you back to the fifteenth century. Meet archers and millers, cooks and tavern owners as you take a journey through everyday life in years gone by.

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exhbitions & other events Events at Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery, Drake Circus Various dates Art Bite Tours and History Bite Tours

Fancy spending your lunchtime taking a bite-sized look at the museum’s collections and changing exhibitions?

Then join the museum team at 1pm for a 30-minute tour. Admission is free but places are limited. Please collect a ticket from the Welcome Desk or contact the museum and they will post or put one aside for you. Everyone who attends receives a voucher for a 20% discount in the café afterwards, so you can grab yourself a quick bite to eat too!

Art Bite Tours

Jun 5 Women in Art: Behind the Canvas Jun 12 Changing Spaces: Uncovering

the History of the Cottonian Collection Jun 19 Artworks in ‘The Making of a City’ Jul 24 A Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I Until June 29 The Making of a Modern City

Celebrate the 70th anniversary of Abercrombie and Watson’s ‘Plan for Plymouth’ and get a unique insight into the reconstruction of the city following heavy bombing during World War 2.

The museum’s staff will be delving into the archive collections for this exhibition to reveal previously unseen documents, plans and images that record the people, politics and places that shaped the city we know today.

Jun 8 to Aug 24 Stories from the Stores

See a real store in the gallery as the museum undertakes the largest-ever review of the social history collections.

On certain days you will be able to meet our curators and conservators. Come in and look at the objects we care for and get involved by adding stories, commenting on the collection and even helping to pack or conserve objects.

Jun 29 ‘Share a Story’ Day

Help celebrate the museum’s ‘Stories from the Stores’ exhibition. Talk to curators and conservators and find out what goes on behind the scenes.

Help document and pack objects, write labels and identify mystery items. Share your stories and memories as well as your opinions about what the museum should be collecting. Admission is free and there is no need to book. Come along for as little or as long as you like.

10am to 4pm last admission 3.30pm

Jul 13 to Oct 12 Nancy: The Life and Times of Lady Astor

Jul 12 The Big Knit

Special Open Day for all would-be knitters and knitting enthusiasts!

The City Museum and Art Gallery’s Women’s Craft Group will be on hand to teach anyone with an interest in this recently revived skill. Complete beginners and experienced knitters are welcome. A number of beautifully knitted and crocheted items will be on sale. Admission is free and there is no need to book in advance. Pop along for a knit and a natter for as little or as long as you like. 10.30am to 3pm.

Find out more about the life of Nancy Astor including her career as the first female MP and MP for Plymouth Sutton, a supporter of many causes and high profile acquaintances. Her roles as a wife and mother, friend and foe, politician and personality will be highlighted using images and objects

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New exhibition at Mount Edgcumbe tells the tale of the Metta Catharina – an ordinary ship with an extraordinary story For many centuries the waters overlooked by Mount Edgcumbe have been used as a site of maritime trade with ships visiting form all over the world and as a home to warships preparing for and returning from battle.

They have seen hundreds of maritime events, accidents and disasters, many of which have been documented and celebrated or mourned over the years.

Some of these events, however, have faded into obscurity, and will remain so unless research or excavation is undertaken.

One such event was the sinking of the Metta Catharina von Flensburg which, until divers from the Nautical Archaeological section of the Plymouth Sub-Aqua Club discovered a ship’s bell in the silt of Plymouth Sound in October 1973, had been forgotten.

The discovery offered a unique opportunity to open a time capsule which had lain entombed beneath the seabed of Plymouth Sound since December 1786.

For over 30 years divers worked in terrible conditions, risking life and limb excavating the site to bring this story to life.

This incredible tale is now being brought to life through an engaging, interactive and family friendly exhibition at Mount Edgcumbe House in Cornwall.

A permanent exhibition telling the incredible story of the Metta Catharina and her painstaking excavation opened in Mount Edgcumbe House in May.

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from the City’s permanent collections.

It is also hoped to include some loan items from a selection of national institutions.

Aug 30 Astor Garden Party

Celebrate the end of the summer holidays at this special event, inspired by the exhibition about Nancy Astor, who was renowned for the parties

she held at her Cliveden estate in Buckinghamshire. A full timetable will be published on the museum’s website nearer the time and will include tea, swing dance demonstrations and creative activities. The café will also become the ‘Astor Tea Room’ for the day. Admission is free and there is no need to book. Come along for as little or as long as you like. 11am to 4pm, last admissions 3.30pm

busy time at carnglaze Carnglaze Caverns near Liskeard have a series of events in the coming weeks.

On Sunday June 9 Martin Alvarado is performing tango music with the gardens open from 4pm for picnics.

This is followed by three events in July. On the weekend on Saturday July 6 and Sunday July 7 Carnglaze is hosting its annual Crystal and Crafts Show featuring national mineralogists, plus local cratfs. Admission is £2.

On Saturday July 13 popular Mod revivalists The Lambrettas perform in association with EventHeads. Admission is £14.50 and the show starts at 8pm. More details at www.lambrettas-at-carnglaze.eventbrite.co.uk The ever-popular sounds of Abba will be heard on Saturday July 27 whenABBA Reunion are on stage at Carnglaze. The show gives Abba fans, old and new, the opportunity to once again get together and re-live the addictive Abba phenomenum that swept the airwaves and discos during the 70s and 80s. Tickets £17.50 For tickets and more information visit www.carnglaze.com the plymouth magazine

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the lion king is coming!

Disney’s award-winning production of The Lion King is coming to Plymouth, one of only 10 cities in the UK to host the fabulous show.

The truly international production will play for seven weeks at the Theatre Royal from January 31 2014 as part of the show’s record-breaking tour of the UK and Ireland.

Tickets go on general sale on Monday June 3 and can be booked via the Theatre Royal Box Office on 01752 267222 or www.theatreroyal.com. It will run until Saturday March 15 but tickets are expected to sell at a phenomenal rate.

Four years in the making, The Lion King brings together a cast of over 50 actors, singers and dancers, from 17 different countries, supported by a backstage team of over 100 people. The touring production is the biggest musical production ever to tour the UK. With hundreds of masks, puppets and more than 700 elaborate costumes representing 26 different types of animal, 21 giant trucks are used to transport everything across the country.

Fiona Thomas, vice president of live entertainment for the Walt Disney Company said: “We are delighted to be bringing The Lion King to the Theatre Royal. Following our experience of staging Mary Poppins in this magnificent theatre, we look forward to sharing Julie Taymor’s legendary production with audiences in the South West.”

The acclaimed stage adaptation of Disney’s 1994 film was first seen on Broadway in 1997, where it recently became the highest grossing show in Broadway history.

The production has now been seen by over 68 million people across six continents and the acclaimed West End production continues to sell out at London’s Lyceum Theatre in its 14th triumphant year.

To date, this new touring production has enjoyed sell-out, record-breaking seasons in Bristol, Manchester and Dublin. The production continues its sell-out run in Dublin before moving on to Birmingham and Edinburgh. Both audiences and critics have embraced Disney’s The Lion King, giving it rave reviews and standing ovations.

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yeovilton all set for its spectacular air day Few events can rival the intensity, drama and spectacle on offer at the International Air Day at Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton in Somerset on Saturday July 13.

The award winning show is one of the Southwest’s largest one day events, attracting over 30,000 visitors, and will return this summer with an action-packed day out for all the family. Alongside the thrilling flying display there’s plenty to see and do on the ground – so whether you’re a wide-eyed first timer or a seasoned air show veteran, the experience will be amazing.

The breathtaking flying display will feature military and civilian display teams from the UK and abroad, as well as the resident squadrons performing spectacular

role demonstrations such as the famous Commando Assault Finale. The ground displays will showcase modern Royal Navy assets and equipment with interactive displays showing the qualities, skills and professionalism of Royal Navy personnel working as a team to provide Front Line support to Protect our Nation’s Interests.

Confirmed participants include world class military aerobatic teams such as the RAF Red Arrows and the Royal Jordanian Falcons. Undoubtedly, the stars of the show for many will be roaring displays by a Swiss Air Force F/A18 Hornet and a Czech Air Force Gripen making their only UK appearances this year.

The noise will continue thanks to the return of the Belgian Air Force F16 and RAF Typhoon to Air Day representing the cutting edge of modern global fighter technology.

Amongst the helicopter displays will be the Royal Navy and Army’s latest aircraft - the Wildcat, and the return of a real crowd pleaser, the RAF Chinook. On the historic front, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight’s Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane will be present along with the Royal Navy Historic Flight’s rare collection of naval warbirds.

Their Swordfish (LS326) is a veteran of the Battle of the Atlantic, which this year marks the 70th anniversary, and will take part in the flying display in tribute to the courage and bravery of all those who served in the North Atlantic.

In what could potentially be her very last display season the iconic Vulcan bomber XH558 will also be firing up her four mighty engines for another majestic performance over the Somerset skies. There will be plenty more aircraft on display in the air and at close quarters on the ground.

Throughout the day there will be plenty of family attractions including performances from the Royal Marines Band and the Military Wives Choir Yeovilton, a fairground, vehicle exhibition, service demonstrations, field gun competition, picnic areas, helicopter pleasure flights, simulator rides, trade stands and much, much more.

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beating the blues with vibrant, fresh colours Economic worries, unemployment and the miserable weather have all been conspiring to produce depressingly downbeat headlines in recent months.

But there is nothing drab about the colours that are dominating the fashion scene this summer, according to Bev Saunders of Plymouth’s Bee Bee Gowns.

“There’s no doubt that the dominant fashion theme this summer is centred on fresh colours full of zest and flair,” said Bev. “Colours such as lemon, orange, bright green and pink are all the rage at the moment.

“They’re the colours that will be dominating the fashion rails this summer – and they will be on trend not only for all the summer balls and cocktail parties, but also for weddings and bridesmaids.”

She said that leading colour house Pantone predicted that the most popular colours in 2013 would include lemon zest, tender shoots green, nectarine, poppy red and violet.

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Bev said that Bee Bee

trutex Gowns have an extensive selection of cocktail dresses, ball gowns, proms and bridesmaids dresses in the colours of the moment.

“The photos on these pages show my assistant Jaz Boltwood with just two of the beautiful dresses we have available in stock at present.

“With summer fast approaching it’s a busy time ahead with lots of balls, proms and weddings.

“There are a whole host of charity balls on the calendar in June, July and August and if organisers register with us we will donate a percentage to their charity on dresses that have been purchased here for their event.

“We are also well placed to help with themed occasions, whether it’s a wedding or other special event. We can help by adapting dresses with our extensive selection of accessories, including scarves, wraps, bags and jewellery.”

Bev pointed out that Bee Bee offer limited edition designer dresses at prices that are frequently cheaper than the High Street.

“People often think that because we stock such exclusive designs the price will be out of their reach. But everyone is pleasantly surprised to find that our prices are very affordable. And there’s no danger of turning up at an event to find someone else wearing the same dress,” she added.

“We have dresses in stock from size 2 to 28 and all our years of experience can help customers to look and feel like a million dollars on that big occasion.”

Bee Bee Gowns is open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10am to 6pm. It is located at West Park Shopping Centre in Crownhill Road, with plenty of free parking nearby.

For more information call Bev or Jaz on 01752 350305. www.bee-beegowns.co.uk

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In a bid to boost the lot of independent traders nationally, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has relaunched its Keep Trade Local campaign, recognising that small businesses are at the heart of their communities, generating much of the wealth, employment and opportunities.

Did you know that in the UK, 95% of the private sector employs less than 20 staff?

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Following the horsemeat scandal, many shoppers chose to head back to their local high street butchers and their return is good news – but the FSB doesn’t want this to be a reactionary fad!

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In Plymouth, proactive ways to acknowledge local expert companies and provide clear, concise opportunities for them to tender is underway.

And if you are a consumer, what can you do to Keep Trade Local, aside of course from reading the Plymouth Magazine and the Shopper titles? Keep thinking small first, whatever service or product you are buying. It doesn’t automatically follow that biggest is best – or the cheapest.

Taking a little time to see who is offering what and whether they can sell to you, will pay off and grow jobs for our city.

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SeniorNet is helping the elderly to access online information Photo courtesy of the Daily Mail

ground-breaking a whole new for the elderly A new initiative has been launched in Plymouth aimed at transforming the lives of isolated older people by helping them to get on-line and access services, information and support with day-to-day needs.

Plymouth SeniorNet is a partnership project between Routeways, Age UK Plymouth and Plymouth University.

Funded by the Big Lottery Fund (Silver Dreams), the project aims to transform the lives of older people in Plymouth by helping them to learn how to use computers and get on-line.

The project focuses especially on working at home with less mobile and socially isolated older people aged 65 and above.

A team of SeniorNet volunteers, themselves all aged 50 plus, deliver individualised learning programmes to help older people bridge the ‘digital divide’ and go online to access information, entertainment, specialised services and to communicate with family and friends.

Beneficiaries are introduced to a range of computer devices – everything from recycled laptops to the latest tablet – and supported in their choice of equipment and means of accessing the internet.

Volunteers are CRB checked, work with beneficiaries in their own homes or in other suitable venues, and will be able to detect, and respond appropriately, to additional needs, especially signs of neglect and other difficulties managing the challenges of aging.

Plymouth University have been appointed to develop and run an evaluation programme to ensure that the learning from Plymouth SeniorNet is captured and used to develop similar activity elsewhere in the future.

One of SeniorNet’s early beneficiaries, Joan (84), was initially a bit apprehensive about the iPad bought for her by her son, but with the support of Plymouth SeniorNet volunteer, Roger, now regularly and confidently goes on-line.

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initiative opens up online world in plymouth Joan is starting to discover lots of interesting websites. She’s keeping up with news about the arts world; researching all the houses she’s ever lived in (to see how well current owners are looking after them !) and, has re-kindled contact with a cousin living in the North of England who she hasn’t seen for 20 years and who now regularly keeps her entertained by emailing messages and jokes.

Now enthusiastic about her new technology, Joan said: “The internet has created a new dimension to my life, which has given me so much interest. Getting on-line is so easy!”

The project is always looking for new volunteers aged 50 and over to help older people ‘bridge the digital divide’ and to go on-line to access information, entertainment, specialised services and to communicate with family and friends.

Jo Atkey, project manager, said: “Even if you think you’ve only got the most basic computer skills, you could do something useful for us and the older people we are working with, many of whom are completely new to computers.

“With training and support, our volunteers are able to help people through every stage of buying computers and getting connected to the internet. With everything set up, our volunteers help people learn how to use their computers and the internet in ways that reflect their own interests and reasons for getting on-line.

“We find our approach really helps build people’s confidence enabling them to use computers and stay on-line.”

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Volunteer Harry said: “Since retiring, I’ve had a lot more time on my hands.

Volunteering for Plymouth SeniorNet, means I keep busy and stimulated, share and develop my IT skills; meet new people, whilst also making a real difference to the lives of isolated older people. I’d encourage anyone over 50, with any level of IT skill, to get in touch with the team and have a chat to find out more.’

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stoke damerel college sets the standard in dementia awareness Residents at Waypoints dementia care home have taken part in memory workshops with local students in a pioneering ‘city friendly’ initiative in Plymouth.

A special relationship has been forged between Waypoints, as a provider of quality innovative dementia care, and Stoke Damerel Community College which has committed to placing dementia awareness and understanding at the heart of core curriculum learning for its pupils.

Lana Helmore, the Stoke Damerel Community College lead for this work, said: “There is no better way of learning and getting a real understanding of dementiarelated issues for our students than meeting and working alongside people living with this condition.

“Some young people have experience of dementia, perhaps with their grandparents, but we hope our visits to Waypoints and other care homes in the city will strengthen wider connections between young and older people in our community.

A Level students from Stoke Damerel have been visiting the specialist Waypoints home in Ernesettle Lane for activity sessions involving arts and crafts to stimulate memories and social interaction for the residents.

“This experience will be useful for the students, whether they go on to have careers in the health care profession or will have someone in their own family living with dementia.”

Waypoints Plymouth is a 64-bedroom home designed specifically for residents with dementia – the condition associated with deterioration of the brain function which can affect memory, language, understanding and judgement.

Sixth former Jasmine, attending a second memory workshop at Waypoints, said: “It’s fun - I find meeting people with dementia in person is much better than reading about it in class.”

Head of Care at Waypoints Plymouth, Susie Theobold, said: “When we heard that Stoke Damerel was applying dementia-related issues to main curriculum subjects we recognised, as a specialist care provider, that this was a mutually beneficial opportunity for our residents to also enjoy the company of young people and the therapy from the memory workshops.

“We couldn’t have asked for a more positive response from our residents and the students and we intend to develop this initiative in the future.”

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Jasmine, who created a memory board with resident Dominic, said: “I have a better background knowledge about dementia and I think that should make me more patient and understanding when I meet people with dementia.”

A Level Health and Social Care student Katherine, who created a memory board with 99-year-old Gwen, said: “Talking and reading about dementia is fine but coming to Waypoints has been a more interesting way to learn. I really enjoy meeting the people living here and there’s a lot of laughter.”

Ian Sherriff, the academic partnership lead for dementia with Plymouth University, said: “There are 21 schools around the country on the Prime Minister’s Dementia Friendly challenge.

It is currently estimated that 3,100 people living in Plymouth have dementia. The South West Dementia Partnership says this could rise to over 4,200 people by 2021.

“Stoke Damerel is the only school taking all core curriculum subjects, like maths, English, science and drama, to explore issues related to dementia. A shining example of this is the inter-generational work happening at Waypoints care home.”

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it’s all go: bedding plants, Summer is officially here in terms of the calendar but has the weather arrived yet? We’ve had a few glimpses of what it could or even should be like.

We’ve even been able to get out in the garden too.

The early May Bank holiday was something of a sigh of relief for gardeners desperate to get their plots tidied up and planted.

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There are herbaceous perennials for all sites in the gardens, some sun lovers, some shade lovers and in general these are the plants that make up the bulk of any cottage garden.

Even if you prefer contemporary or modern styles of planting, there will be plants for you in this category.

Plants under this heading include aquilegias, poppies, lupins, hollyhocks, penstemons, foxgloves and hardy geraniums. They come in all shapes and sizes, so you can have fantastic displays of great colour and texture all the way through the summer season.

There are literally hundreds more that I could name but the best thing to do is to invite you to come and see for yourselves. If you need any help with choosing the best plants for your Blue for You garden, just ask one of us.

Our plant of the month for June is going to have to be the rose. With so many colours, shapes and an abundance of scent it’s quite difficult to choose.

We try to focus on those varieties that have something special about them, whether it’s in the name, for example Golden Wedding, Special Friend or Ruby Celebration or one with outstanding fragrance or disease resistance such as Blue for You. We carry a wide selection of roses and we all have our favourites. The bulk of our range come from Devon growers and we are just about to introduce some from a Cornish company. We also stock David Austin Roses.

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In my garden I have many roses. I cannot say how many in case my husband reads this! I find them easy to care for as I don’t have much time for my own garden.

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Maria’s favourite rose...Rambling Rector

My absolute favourite is Rambling Rector, a very vigorous white rambler with the most amazing scent.

Sadly it took a battering in the winter gales and had to be chopped back hard (not normally something you need to do with ramblers), but it’s on its way back.

It only flowers once, usually about the last week in May into June, and it is just breathtaking.

Derek’s favourite is another known for its scent - Gertrude Jekyll. This one can be climbing or makes a lax bush. I also have this one in my garden!

Falstaff is another favourite of Derek’s, due to its intense deep red colour and Rhapsody in Blue for its electric blue/purple flowers.

I know that Fiona has a soft spot for Indian Summer, a beautiful creamy orange colour with great scent. June will be the time to come and search out your Derek’s favourite...Gertrude Jekyll favourites and discover new varieties and we have our Rose Weekend at the beginning of June.

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