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MTV Crashes Plymouth proved to be a huge success on The Hoe, with over 20,000 fans enjoying performances by The Kaiser Chiefs, Example, The 1975 and other top acts.

It was so successful that a similar spectacular musical event may well be staged on an annual basis. Talks are under way, according to one report.

The event confirmed just how valuable The Hoe and Plymouth Sound are as assets to the city.

In August it will be the setting for the British Fireworks Championships when up to 100,000 people will be heading for the biggest and best free show of the year.

At the end of the same week in August Plymouth again hosts the popular Flavour Fest, which is firmly established as one of the leading food and drink festivals of its kind in the South West.

Dozens of stalls will be brimming with local produce, food and drink, while on the main stage top local chefs will be demonstrating their skills in a ‘Ready, Steady Cook’ style show which grows in popularity year on year.

We have a special feature on the Flavour Fest on our centre pages and you can also find out more at Destination Plymouth’s website www.visitplymouth.co.uk August also sees the MegaRide returning to The Hoe with thousands of bikers riding out from Lee Mill into the city centre to raise money for charity. Now in its 20th year, MegaRide has grown from humble beginnings to become of the biggest charity ride outs in the UK. As if all that wasn’t enough Plymouth will in September be hosting the Ocean City Festival, with 20 days of activities, including a Seafood Festival, which is getting bigger and better every year.

Again, we have details in this issue.

Happy reading!

Publishers: Chris Girdler and Ian Pilkington Editor: Debbie Girdler Designers: Sven Lauch and Sam Francis Photography: Roy Perring Contributors: Jon Morcom; Anthony Goord; Fiona Newton; Derek Anderson; Kerry Cole; Mark Mears; Paul Northmore Advertising sales: Naomi Shearer, Sarah Simpson, Tendai Chetse and Dave Simpson Distribution: Tony Hodges and Liviu Stanciu Finance: Karen Pilkington and Kim Craig Front cover: Two of the waitresses from the newly-opened Holland’s Retro Bar and Diner in Frankfort Gate. Photo by Roy Perring.

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CONTENTS AUGUST 2014 EDITION

ROSY FOR ROSIE

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Plymouth’s newest hair and beauty salon has been launched by Rosie Finnigan, who has worked in top salons in London and Sydney.

BOOMING BOUTIQUE

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Two friends who launched Amica Bridal Boutique at Marsh Mills are celebrating a successful first year’s trading.

MORTGAGE WARNING

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Paul Northmore of Manning and Company Independent Financial Advisers reports on big changes in the mortgage market.

ART ON SHOW

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In this month’s Art Matters, Kerry Cole meets two local artists who will be taking part in the annual Drawn to the Valley event.

WHAT’S ON

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Our comprehensive What’s On section has details of all the events coming up in the Plymouth area over the next few weeks.

DREAM BUSINESS

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After launching his plumbing and heating business three years ago, Steven Short has launched a new enterprise - Dream Bathrooms.

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FASHION MATTERS

Media spotlight will be on former city student A former student from Plymouth will be in the media spotlight in August.

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Chi-Chi Nwuba was earlier this year voted the Face of Africa Fashion Week London and will be representing the event between August 7 and 9 at various press conferences and photo-shoots - as well as appearing on the catwalk as a model.

Chi-Chi , who studied dentistry at the Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry, was voted as the Face of Africa Fashion Week London in a poll which attracted thousands of votes from all over the world.

“I worked as a volunteer in the event’s press office last year and loved it,” said Chi-Chi . “So when the competition for the Face of Africa Fashion Week London was launched in March I decided to enter - never expecting to win.”

Originally from Nigeria, Chi-Chi moved to the UK with her family as a child and came to study in Plymouth four years ago.

“I loved my time in Plymouth,” she said, “and made lots of friends - especially from the River Church which I attended during my time in the city.”

Chi-Chi now lives in Kent, but returned to Plymouth in July for her graduation ceremony.

Alongside her career as a dentist she wants to help promote fashion designers from Africa.

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Salon with the X factor Plymouth’s newest hair and beauty salon has opened in the city.

Salon X is run by Rosie Finnigan, who has worked at top salons in London and Sydney after her initial training at a popular Devon salon on the outskirts of Plymouth.

Rosie, 27, has overseen the transformation of premises in North Down Road, Beacon Park into a luxurious salon featuring a large hairdressing area with six stations on the ground floor and beauty treatment and spray tanning rooms on the first floor.

Before opening Salon X Rosie had worked locally as a freelance hair stylist and make-up artist, specialising in bridal hair styling and wedding make up.

Rosie has recruited a team of hair stylists, beauticians and nail technicians for Salon X and aims to create a reputation in the city for top quality hair and beauty treatment.

Rosie, who grew up in Tavistock, trained in Devon before moving to Covent Garden where she gained extensive creative training in all areas of hairdressing.

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While working there she gained a big clientele and travelled extensively in Australia doing cutting and colouring seminars for the leading brand, Hair Care Australia.

Rosie then spent a year at the Australian College of Make Up and Special Effects, perfecting her make up skills.

The full time course gave Rosie kills in many different make up techniques, including fashion, bridal, beauty, TV, film and special effects.

“I was privileged to be taught by some of the best in the business and gained the ultimate first hand experience by working on the set of The Great Gatsby, starring Leonardo Dicaprio,” said Rosie.

After several years away from England, Rosie returned to her Devon roots and moved to Plympton.

Her new venture is being backed by businessman Paul Kennedy, who recently arrived in the UK after many years in Dubai.

Rosie knew Paul as a customer and he could see the potential she had to create an outstanding hair and beauty business.

Paul, who is a successful entrepreneur, recognised that there was a niche for an upmarket hair and beauty salon in Rosie using her make-up and styling skills Plymouth.

WOMEN AT WORK Rosie said: “We looked at lots of premises, but decided that the site in North Down Road offered us the opportunity to create a luxurious ambiance with top quality furnishings and talented and enthusiastic staff. It’s conveniently located in a quiet part of the city with plenty of free parking.

“I decided on the name Salon X because it will certainly offer the X-factor..that something extra for men and women who want to look and feel their best.”

Salon X will be a flagship salon for Redken, one of the world’s top hair care brands. “Our flagship status means that our stylists will not only receive one-to-one tutorials, but also attend the Redken academy in London.

“We aim to create a fantastic working environment with a dedicated and creative team of stylists and beauticians who will deliver outstanding results for our customers,” said Rosie.

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Business booming at Amica Bridal Boutique Two friends are celebrating the success of their bridal boutique business in Plymouth after an excellent first year’s trading.

Amy Bellamy and Amanda Kirk took the plunge to launch Amica Bridal Boutique in spacious premises alongside the Sainsbury’s store in Marsh Mills on August 1 last year.

The pair gave up the security of well-paid posts at Plymouth University to set up the business - and have absolutely no regrets.

“The first year has exceeded all our expectations,” said Amy. “It’s been a steep learning curve and there have been ups and downs along the way. But we are delighted with the way the business has been received.”

Amanda said: “We have had so much positive feedback from customers not only about the quality of the dresses we sell, but also the service we offer. It’s been really fantastic.

“We feel we have established a positive reputation in the market place and this has led to lots of business through personal recommendation.”

They not only extended the range of dresses and accessories available, but also created a totally new Pamper Room offering hair, nail, make-up and beauty treatments for not only the bride, but also family and friends.

The pair originally met at Plymouth University where Amy was social media manager and Amanda was a recruitment officer responsible for organising major events.

The two colleagues had, for a number of years, run Amica Hair and Beauty as a ‘hobby’ at weekends and in the evenings.

Amy had qualified as a hairdresser while off work on maternity leave while Amanda gained qualifications as a beauty therapist prior to joining the university staff.

They specialised in hair and make up for brides and became

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The Amica Bridal team. Back row, from left: Chloe Wooding, Michelle Bullock, Anne Preston, Jean Mullis and Jane Lloyd. Front: owners Amanda Kirk and Amy Bellamy

increasingly interested in the wedding market as a result.

When the former business at the Marsh Mills showroom ‘A Day to Remember’ became available they took the plunge and secured financial backing from their bank to launch Amica Bridal Boutique.

Two major developments in the first year have further strengthened the position of the business.

In January they launched a range of prom dresses from the award-winning British company Ruby Prom and have also become the only Premier stockist in the UK for the leading bridal

wear company Ronald Joyce and Victoria Jane.

“Offering prom dresses, along with the full hair and beauty make-over has proved massively popular,” said Amy. “The girls often arrange for their limo to pick them up from the showroom here, which makes it very special for us.”

Amanda added: “The Ronald Joyce and Victoria Jane range is hugely popular and offer top quality wedding dresses at affordable prices.”

The range also includes bridal gowns from Alfred Angelo, Disney Fairytale, D’Zage and Mor Lee. They have also added accessories such as shoes, bags, jewellery and umbrellas.

Amica Bridal Boutique also stock a wide range of bridesmaid’s dresses and flower girl dresses for the younger children.

Business has been so good in the first year that they have recruited additional staff. Sales manager Jane Lloyd and seamstress Jean Mullis, who worked for the previous business, have been joined by fitter Michelle Bullock, a second seamstress Anne Preston and weekend girl Chloe Wooding.

“We could not have achieved the success of the last year without the brilliant staff we have got. They are so dedicated and enthusiastic,” said Amy. “Our aim is to provide the very best customer service possible. We want to make the experience of choosing a wedding dress a happy and memorable one, not only for the bride herself but also family and friends.

“Most brides will bring their mums with them to help choose the dress, but mums can often feel a little left out of everything - and they’re frequently the ones paying the bill,” she added.

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ART MATTERS

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Drawn to the Valley is a group of artists who all work in or around the Tamar Valley.

Some of these artists use the Tamar as a source of inspiration – some use the surrounding landscape, and others just happen to be based there. With well over one hundred artists in the fold, the variety of art and craft that is produced by this collective is truly spectacular.

For the group as a whole, there are many opportunities throughout the year to showcase their work. This includes an annual exhibition held in Tavistock.

When it comes to Plymouth the number of participating artists has grown considerably in the last couple of years. So much so, that the members have formed their own branch of Drawn to the Valley – The Plymouth Arts Trail.

I caught up with one of these Plymouth artists, Jan Brewerton, and she told me, ‘Every summer ‘Drawn to the Valley’ hold an event called ‘Open Studio’. As an organisation we produce a high quality directory which informs potential visitors of all the artists scattered throughout the Tamar valley. ‘Open Studio’ is an invitation for anyone interested in art to go on a trail of the studios, homes and galleries of these artists. ‘ Jan told me that a comprehensive map is produced with the directory so visitors can see clearly where their favourite artists live and work. These directories are well distributed throughout the city at the Art College, the Art Centre, Royal William Yard and at various restaurants and cultural sites. (A PDF is also downloadable on the Drawn to the Valley website.)

This year the ‘Open Studio’ event runs from August 23 to August 31.

As part of this specially extended week, three Plymouth artists have teamed up to show their work together. Jan Brewerton, Rita Smith and John Pollex will be exhibiting pieces which display a complimentary subject matter. Using paint, print and ceramics, their work portrays and reflects domesticity. Their art will be set up at Rita’s studio in Stoke.

When I asked Jan about her pieces she explained, ‘I got into print making, having spent several years teaching it in

ART MATTERS Secondary School.

In the past year the printing has really taken off. The images I produce are nostalgic and feature vintage objects and artefacts found around the home. ’ One of Jan’s prints shows several pairs of shoes lined up in a row.

She commented: “This print reminds me of growing up as a child Rita Smith in her Stoke studio in my family home.

My father would always polish the household’s shoes and then line them up neatly in a row ready for us to wear in the morning. The picture very much reflects the values I grew up with.”

I asked Rita Smith what she felt about the summer exhibition. She said: “I really look forward to having ‘Open Studios,’ as everybody is welcome to visit and chat to the artists about their work. There will be art for sale, but it’s quite alright to just come to look around, with no pressure to buy. I get inspiration to paint all kinds of subjects in oils, watercolour and pastel, so I will show a mix, including still life and abstracts.”

Unfortunately I didn’t get a chance to interview John Pollex but you can take a look at his work on his website www. johnpollex.co.uk

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Plymouth has been buzzing in the last few weeks with several major events which have brought literally tens of thousands of visitors to the city.

Here at the Duke of Cornwall we have seen huge demand for accommodation during June and July - and this is set to continue into August and September. I know that other hoteliers are reporting a similar picture.

It all started with Armed Forces Day, followed by the hugely successful MTV Crash and the Royal Marines 350th celebrations at Brickfields. At the same time Christian broadcasters God TV hosted a summer celebration at the Pavilions which attracted an estimated 2,000 people a night during the three day event.

People travelled from all over the world for this event, many from America. For many of them it was their first visit to the city which means so much to America because of the Pilgrim Fathers and the sailing of the Mayflower in 2020.

We’re now looking forward to the British Fireworks Championships in August which always attracts tens of thousands of people over the two night event. The same week we have Flavour Fest, followed in September by the University of Plymouth graduation ceremonies on the Hoe and the 20-day Plymouth Ocean City Festival.

Not forgetting the Shackleton 100 celebration, organised by the Devon & Cornwall Polar Society, which we are hosting here at the Duke of Cornwall on August 7 and 8.

It all adds up to good news for us and the rest of the leisure and hospitality sector in Plymouth, which is such a vital contributor to the city’s economy.

We’re also looking forward with much anticipation to the delivery of our 150th Anniversary brochure, which will be available from August 4.

We took the opportunity recently to meet up with historian Chris Robinson, who compiled the various chapters tracking the history of the hotel. He was pleased to cast his eye over the final proofs and we’re extremely grateful for all his help in its preparation.

Chris has been a regular at the hotel since his childhood when the hotel was run by Leslie McDermott Brown, father of one of his best friends. Chris told me: “I love the Duke of Cornwall and was delighted to be involved in helping in the production of the anniversary brochure. It is such an important landmark building in the city.”

Copies of the 56-page brochure are available for £9.95.

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Big events attract thousands of visitors to city Just checking...The Duke of Cornwall’s 150th Anniversary Brochure team of Walter Combstock, historian Chris Robinson, Gary Wilcockson of Red Rok and Jon Morcom sign off the proofs

BY JON MORCOM Director of the Duke of Cornwall Hotel Please contact Melanie Williams on 01752 275862 or pop in if you would like to purchase a copy. It will be a limited edition, so first come, first served.

Staff training and development has always been a priority for us at the hotel, and as an employer we work very closely

with City College Plymouth, having been a member of its Employer Endorsement Scheme since its creation in 2009.

Since then we have enjoyed a great working relationship with the College which consistently provides students who are work ready.

As you can imagine, it was particularly pleasing that the Duke of Cornwall received the top award at the college’s inaugural annual business dinner and celebration.

Eight special awards were presented to key employers in the city and we were delighted to be named as the Employer Endorser of the Year, in recognition of the commitment we have made to working with the college and helping with its curriculum development.

It’s an excellent example of how the business sector and education providers can work together to benefit the young student population of Plymouth.

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Tracy Holland of Holland’s Retro Diner and Bar

Plymouth’s West End is celebrating the opening of an all American-themed diner and bar offering great food, live music and a unique dining experience.

Holland’s Retro Diner and Bar in Frankfort Gate was launched in June by local couple Chris and Tracy Holland and already has a regular following of customers - many attracted by their extensive gluten free menu.

The couple met through their passion for all things retro and had been looking for premises to open an eatery for more than a year.

It’s a real family business as Tracy’s daughter Elise and Chris’s son Matt both work in the diner. “We have also taken

on four apprentices and three staff working in the kitchen, along with Chris.”

Tracy, who has spent the last 10 years working in the hospitality sector, said: “Originally we wanted to open a roadside diner, but we couldn’t find anything that fitted the bill within our budget. We looked at literally scores of properties, even as far afield as Okehampton.

“We then focused on Plymouth itself and when we found the site in Frankfort Gate we were impressed with the potential of the double-fronted premises.

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lease and then it was a question of totally refurbishing the premises to turn them into an authentic American-style diner.

“Apart from the electrics, gas and plastering, Chris did most of the work himself, including building partitions, making all the tables and the seating for the booths, laying flooring and installing a new kitchen,” said Tracy. “We all helped out wherever we could and in the end it was a real team effort to create the authentic American atmosphere.

“A great local company Dave Hollands Upholstery recovered all the bench seating and chairs in our pink, white and blue livery.”

The couple travelled to Camden Market and other locations in London to source a host of retro artefacts - including an amazing Wurlitzer juke box. Now complete with a huge selection of popular music from the 50s and 60s it creates a great atmosphere in the restaurant.

A lot of other items - include a dodgem car - came from Chris’s own collection. Tracy said: “It’s still very much a work in progress and we will add more items as we find them.”

Having taken on the lease in March they managed to complete the work and opened at the beginning of June - just a week later than originally scheduled.

As expected the menu at Holland’s Retro Diner and Bar features American-sized portions with an excellent variety of home-made burger dishes, ribs, steaks and chicken dishes.

Top of the list is the giant New York, New York - certainly not for the faint hearted. With three 8 oz burgers, two rashers of bacon, two eggs, melted cheese and peppered mushrooms (plus fries, of course) it has become a Facebook challenge to down the monster in the quickest time. A Royal Marine holds the current record of 17 minutes!

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the West End! A range of American (of course) beers and wines are available, along with the usual selection of soft drinks.

Milk shakes made with ice cream and a selection of fruit, cream or biscuits are extremely popular - and are now also available to take-away. The familyfriendly restaurant also has a special kid’s menu.

Opening hours were extended in July to offer big American breakfasts from 9am - perfect for an early morning business meeting. Weekday opening is currently Tuesday to Friday from 9am to 8pm, Saturdays till late and Sundays from 11am to 8pm.

There’s live music once a month featuring local rock and roll and rockabilly bands with plans to increase music nights to fortnightly and eventually weekly.

During Flavour Fest from August 15 to 17 Holland’s will have two marquees in Frankfort Gate - one offering tasty food and the other music from local bands, including an Elvis sound-a-like.

Tracy said: “The West End of the city has great untapped potential and we hope we can bring some buzz and excitement to the area. Stefan Krause, the City Centre manager, has been really helpful and is delighted with what we are doing.

“We have seen business increasing week by week, with a growing number of regulars. We now have a reputation for good food at affordable prices and our gluten free range is definitely proving a success.

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The life of Glenn Miller is celebrated in Bugle Boy at the Theatre Royal in August

The Lyric Royal Parade Plymouth Box Office 01752 267222 www.theatreroyal.com July 29 to August 9 WEST SIDE STORY Based on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet and packed with unforgettable songs including Maria, Tonight, Somewhere, America and I Feel Pretty, this production of West Side Story is ‘still as gloriously fresh, relevant and thrilling as ever’ (Time Out, 2013). With ground breaking choreography by the legendary Jerome Robbins, book by Arther Laurents, an unforgettable score

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by Stephen Sondheim, West Side Story changed the face of musical theatre for ever. Now Joey McKneely’s vibrant stage production is thrilling audiences once again.

Aug 11 to August 16 BUGLE BOY: THE LIFE STORY OF GLENN MILLER The critically acclaimed hit musical Bugle Boy is touring the country again following three highly successful UK tours that received

terrific reviews, hailing it a triumph.

Written by English playwright Den Stevenson, the show traces the life of Glenn Miller and his tireless search for a unique band sound.

Sept 9 to Sept 13 1984 April, 1984. 13:00. Comrade 6079, Winston Smith, thinks a thought, starts a diary, and falls in love. But Big Brother is always watching, and the door to Room 101 can swing open in the blink of an eye.

The definitive book of the 20th century is re-examined in this radical new staging exploring

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Sept 17 to Sept 20 CALAMITY JANE Calamity Jane can outrun and outshoot any man in Deadwood. Hard, boastful and desperate to impress, she travels to Chicago to recruit a star, Adelaide Adams, for the Deadwood Stage. But things don’t go too smoothly for Calamity, as everyone in town favours the new girl and she struggles to keep her jealousy and pride in check.

It takes her long standing enemy Wild Bill Hickok to make her see sense, and realise her Secret Love…

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Sept 18 to Oct 4 THE ANGRY BRIGADE A bold new play by James Graham, writer of sell-out smash hits This House and Privacy.

Against a backdrop of Tory cuts, high unemployment and the deregulated economy of 1970s Britain, a young urban guerrilla group mobilises: The Angry Brigade. Their targets: MPs. Embassies. Police. Pageant Queens. A world of order shattered by anarchy; the rules have changed. An uprising has begun. No one is exempt. As a special police squad hunt the home-grown terrorists whose identities shocked the nation, James Graham’s heart-stopping thriller lures us into a frenzied world that looks much like our own.

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Drum Theatre Royal Parade Plymouth Box Office 01752 267222 Aug 19 to August 23 EPIPHANY Fifteen lives play out on a global stage, each waiting for their moment of epiphany: the choice that will define their future.

Connected by spirit and a dogged determination to feel at home in the world, these characters collectively journey towards the decisions that will change them forever. You only have one life and time is running out.

Sept 2 to Sept 13 SMALLWAR Dhaenens as a nurse, maintaining a watchful vigil with her patients, discovers, confronts and observes. In turn, Dhaenens is confronted by simultaneous digital versions of himself, as a series of combatants arise from the shadows.

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Aug 15 to Aug 16 DANCE CONNECTION Dance Connection is a vibrant devised performance, combining breathtaking choreography, mesmerising movement and immersive vocal soundscapes.

The performers generate an enrapturing vocal vortex that fills the theatre to the rafters, beautiful notes and noises hang in effortless suspension above the stage.

Aug 29 and Aug 30 NOT THE END OF THE WORLD Not the End of the World is a spellbinding musical adaptation that asks what would happen if the world drowned - and what beauties and horrors might have transpired in the dark days that followed. Presented by Youth Music Theatre UK.

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Aug 7 JAMIE BEAU Singer-songwriter Jamie possesses that singular quality of being able to sound both familiar and current, his original material really highlighting his guitar and singing skills.

Aug 8 OUT TO GRASS Our favourite bluegrass boys mean bad-ass business as they apply their amazing ability to well-known tunes. Like Plymouth’s Hayseed Dixie. But better!

Aug 8 OUT TO GRASS The Metropolis Swing Quartet are coming to the B Bar and they are going to make you want to dance. As part of our ongoing love of Mad About Swing we are delighted to celebrate the start of their latest Weekender, this time with a focus on Lindy Hop. Aug 13, 27, Sep 10 and 24 CAFÉ ACOUSTICA Fortnightly showcase of unplugged talent, hosted by singer-songwriter Jessie Mullen.

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Aug 14 HOT CLUB OF STONEHOUSE GYPSY JAZZ GUITARS Hot Club of Stonehouse bring the gypsy jazz of 1930s Paris bals musettes to present day Blighty appearing tonight in special guitar duo format featuring the searing lead of Dave Jones & the driving rhythm of Julian Isaacs.

Aug 15 THE GRENAWAYS Cornish band The Grenaways take their name from one of North Cornwall’s hidden treasures, and this is highly appropriate as it’s just what they are themselves!

July 16 HAUNT THE WOODS Haunt the Woods are a four piece contemporary folk-rock band

from the shires of Cornwall and the Rame Peninsula.

Aug 21 RHYMEWARP AND MAMA TOKUS Hosted by the inimitable Mama Tokus and bringing you an excellent array of talent, we think every one of these will be a unique experience not to be missed. Mama will be performing her own funky and funny compositions as well as selecting a few of the best poets and writers to perform at each Rhymewarp event..

Aug 22 SWINGOLOGY Swingology perform gypsy swing in the style of guitar legend Django Reinhardt. The swinging guitars and soaring clarinet solos are evocative of the soundtrack to 1940’s Paris. Expect much fun and dancing.

Aug 28 GARETH HEDGES & JEFF HORSEY Jeff Horsey has re- invented himself as a guitar playing, harmonica howling, foot stomping, one man show. Gareth Hedges is a blessing to music lovers everywhere. With dexterity, adaptability and deep-felt soul, Gareth skilfully draws from his six and twelve-stringed guitars melodies that cut to the heart of blues, jazz and folk traditions.

Aug 29 ADAM PIGGOT AND JAYNE FREEMAN Adam Piggott and Jayne Freeman combine powerful acoustic guitar and ukulele with their own take on the genres of folk and americana.

Live shows also feature unique

Theatres & Shows The Whitetop Mountain Band from Virginia perform at the B-Bar on September 11

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Sep 18 FORKED - PERFORMANCE POETRY Forked presents premium performance poetry and spoken word entertainment, courtesy of Apples and Snakes, England’s leading organisation for performance poetry. Hosted by Mama Tokus.

Sep 19 TANGO SONORO An evening of tango music and dance. Tango Sonoro is an exciting band that plays a unique blend of Latin and Argentine Tango music from traditional milongas and valses to Tango Nuevo..

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Sep 4 CALVIN THOMAS Plymouth-based singersongwriter.

Sep 11 WHITETOP MOUNTAIN BAND The band is well known for their high energy and charisma on

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Sep 12 LOST IN SPACE A seven-piece stomping band, with raunchy female vocals, a full

Millbay Road, Plymouth Box Office: 0845 146 1460 Aug 5 and Aug 6 PEPPA PIG’S BIG SPLASH Fresh from the success of Peppa Pig’s Party and Peppa Pig’s Treasure Hunt comes Peppa’s

brand new show Peppa Pig’s Big Splash. Come and join Peppa and her friends for another allsinging all-dancing adventure full of songs, games and muddy puddles! Peppa Pig returns live on stage with super cute puppets and brilliant sing-along songs in this brand new show that will brighten your day. So grab your wellies and brollies and get splashing!

Aug 7 to Aug 12 LEE EVANS - MONSTERS Sold out.

Sept 5 AN EVENING WITH JAMES TAYLOR AND HIS LEGENDARY BAND Sold out Sept 18 LONDON GRAMMAR Sold out Sept 20 THE DEFINITIVE RAT PACK The Rat Pack epitomised ‘cool’ in the 1960’s. Their impromptu sell out shows caused a stir and attracted the rich and famous.

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Sept 23 THE SATURDAYS Since The Saturdays formed in 2007, the multi platinum-selling band have become a household name in the UK. They’ve scored 11 Top 10 singles (including signature hits like ‘All Fired Up’ and ‘Higher’) and three Top 10 albums (‘Chasing Lights’ ,‘Wordshaker’ and ‘Headlines’). Renowned for their energetic live performances, The Saturdays have embarked on three nationwide headline tours (including 2011’s All Fired Up arena tour, their biggest to date).

Sept 24 THE OSMONDS Direct from the USA, the legendary Osmond Brothers, Merrill, Jay and Jimmy, will appear in concert for a limited number of exclusive UK dates in autumn 2014. The Osmonds are unique in their success as a band and as solo performers and have been entertaining audiences all over the world for more than 50 years!

Sept 30 PETER ANDRE Peter Andre has announced his first major UK tour in two years including his first ever performance at the world renowned Royal Albert Hall in London. The new tour will see Peter on stage with his band performing all of his hits including ‘Mysterious Girl’ and ‘Behind Closed Doors’ plus songs from his previous studio albums ‘Revelation’, ‘Accelerate ’ and ‘Angels and Demons’.

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Oct 8 to Oct 9 LEE MACK Lee Mack, is going back on the road with his first live tour in 4 years. Expect his trademark brand of high energy banter, well-crafted gags and sharp oneliners in one of the most hotly anticipated shows of the year.

Oct 14 CARO EMERALD The 32 year old Dutch singer released her second album ‘The Shocking Miss Emerald’ in May last year. The album entered both the UK and Dutch charts at number 1 and follows the multi-

platinum success of her debut album 2010’s ‘Deleted Scenes From The Cutting Room Floor’.

Oct 14 JIM DAVIDSON New stories and new gags abound as Jim talks us through his views on all manner of taboo subjects.

As politically incorrect as ever, Jim explores and discusses the topics of the day with his own unmistakeable, and hilarious eye on the world.

A fantastic evening, packed with dangerously uncompromising comedy, from a true legend of British showbusiness.

Oct 18 ALAN DAVIES Following the sell out success of his long-awaited return to stand up, Alan Davies returns with his highly anticipated follow up show, Little Victories. Much lauded as resident dunderhead on QI or the charming but reticent crime solver Jonathan Creek, Davies virtuosic story-telling and whip-smart funny bones combine to make this a show not to be missed.

Oct 22 to Oct 24 JOHN BISHOP Last year John performed to 500,000 people in his sell-out ‘Rollercoaster’ tour. With its massive helter skelter set and surprise finale the DVD of that show went on to top the charts.

This time he is pouring even more rocket fuel into the tank in an attempt to exceed last year’s excitements. His brand new show ‘Supersonic’ will be smashing through comedy MACH 3. Get ready for a comic boom of guffaws all the way.

Oct 27 JOHN NEWMAN John Newman, one of the breakthrough artists of 2013,who has been nominated for 3 Brit Awards in the Best British Male Solo Artist, Best British Single and Best Video categories, has announced his third major UK tour since the release in October of his 300,000 selling debut album ”Tribute”.

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Pavilions December date for Basement Jaxx

Masters of dance Basement Jaxx return to Plymouth Pavilions this December as part of their 2014 UK tour. With a new album on the way it is no surprise that they are taking their legendary live act back on the road. The band will stop off in Plymouth on December 9.

With a title translating to mean ‘together’ in Spanish, the new record promises to continue the Jaxx’s unifying theme with dominating house sounds whilst always remaining

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cheerfully inventive. Supremely joyous and irresistibly feel good, lead single ‘Never Say Never’ is a scorcher in the waiting, due for release ahead of the album on August 18 – and like the rest of the upcoming album, is the sound of Simon and Felix diving back into what they do best.

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WHAT’S ON featuring organist Ralf Ayling.

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Music Aug 3 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Featuring the Tony McQuarry Quartet. Royal British Legion Club, Tailyour Road, Crownhill.

Details 01752 721179 www. plymouth-jazz-club.org.uk Aug 6 LUNCHTIME RECITAL St. Andrew’s Church, Royal Parade, Plymouth at 1.10pm featuring pianist Sam Chapple.

Admission free Aug 11 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Riverboat Shuffle with the Graham Treverton Four leaves at 4.30pm from Commercial Wharf, The Barbican, Plymouth. Details from 01752 721179.

Aug 20 LUNCHTIME RECITAL St. Andrew’s Church, Royal Parade, Plymouth at 1.10pm

Aug 29 CITY OF PLYMOUTH CONCERT BAND Mount Gould Methodist Church, Faringdon Road, (off Ladysmith Road), Plymouth. Tickets £5 (£4 seniors & juniors) at the door or from 01752 223037 Aug 31 SUMMER IN THE PARK Friends of Devonport Park are hosting their fourth event as part of their summer season of music, flowers and food. Attic Dance are presenting dance themed musical performances from 12 noon to 5pm on the bandstand.

There will be lots to see and enjoy on this ocassion which coincides with the traditional Fun Day, including a dog show. Lots of stalls, attractions, refreshments and amusements will make it an event not to be missed. For up to date information visit www. friendsofdevonportpark.com.

Sept 3 LUNCHTIME RECITAL St. Andrew’s Church, Royal Parade, Plymouth at 1.10pm featuring organist Jeremy Clark.

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Sept 7 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Featuring The Maggie Reeday Quartet. The Great American Songbook and more. A superb trio featuring pianist Matt Carter.

Royal British Legion Club, Tailyour Road, Crownhill. Details 01752 721179 www.plymouth-jazz-club. org.uk Sept 12 THE DIVERTIMENTO STRING QUARTET St Werburgh’s Church, Wembury The quartet - Mary Eade, Lindsay Braga, Andrew Gillett and Vicky Evans present works by Haydn, Jadin, Borodin and Schubert.

Tickets at the door.

Sept 13 PIANO RECITAL Sherwell Centre, North Hill Featuring Nicholas Walker in aid of Plymouth and District Leukaemia Fund. Works by Mozart, Beethoven and Chopin.

Advance ticket sales: Peninsula Arts Box Office: 01752 585050 Book online: www.peninsulaarts.co.uk. Tickets will also be available for sale on the day Sept 17 LUNCHTIME RECITAL St. Andrew’s Church, Royal Parade, Plymouth at 1.10pm

featuring organist Gabrielle Lewis. Admission free Sept 21 PLYMOUTH JAZZ CLUB Featuring The Frog Island Jazz Band. Classic New Orleans Jazz from one of the most enduring traditional jazz bands in the country.

Royal British Legion Club, Tailyour Road, Crownhill.

Details 01752 721179 www. plymouth-jazz-club.org.uk Sept 27 THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD Thurlestone Parish Hall TQ7 3LY Plymouth Gilbert and Sullivan Fellowship present The Yeomen of the Guard in Concert. Tickets £10 from Box Office 01548 560505 or 01548 561215 Oct 4 TEN TORS ORCHESTRA Minster Church of St Andrew, Royal Parade, Simon Ible, conductor, with Leland Chen - violin.

Classical Masters Series with works by Handel, Mozart and Haydn. Tickets Peninsula Arts Box Office 01752 585050 or peninsulaarts@plymouth.ac.uk

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Sporting soprano Laura guests at Paul Potts Pavilions concert Earlier this year, 23-year-old mezzo soprano Laura Wright - one of the biggest selling classical artists in the UK this decade – stopped halfway round her London Marathon run to sing Jerusalem on Tower Bridge.

Laura is the first to have taken on this remarkable feat of music and sports fusion, and it was to coincide with the release of her stunning EP The Sound of Strength, in June. The title is apt; not only does Laura boast a pure soprano voice that has seen her sing to the Queen, at major sporting events such as Six Nations, and open for Andrea Bocelli, but she can also lift 130kg.

The concept behind the EP is the body as the ultimate instrument. There are plenty of similarities between athletes and classically trained singers – the need for dedication, being healthy and being prepared to challenge yourself. She has taken this desire to always challenge herself as an inspiration for the EP. She will be appearing at Plymouth Pavilions on October 29 as a special guest at the Paul Potts concert. For details visit www.plymouthpavilions.com Laura Wright www.cornerstonevision.com

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With dates in the USA and appearances across Europe throughout the summer, Frank will be heading for the picturesque fishing port of Looe in East Cornwall at the end of his 2014 world tour to hit the main stage this September.

As Frank would say… ‘sleep is for the weak’!

One of the best late summer festivals, the three-day event boasts an impressive main stage right on the beach and music on every corner of the beautiful town’s quirky cobbled streets. Festival goers can expect the cultural smash of Glastonbury and the crazy community feel of a village fayre.

Visitors don’t have to camp unless they want to, with a range of local hotel and holiday cottage accommodation on offer, as well as a natural bounty of fresh Cornish food and drink to enjoy in Looe’s cafes and restaurants.

The weekend of September 19 to 21 will see 90 bands from all genres belting out from stages and set-ups all over the town. Squeeze are already confirmed as Saturday night headliner, as are acid jazz and funk pioneers the Brand New Heavies.

They will be joined by rock-grass hillbillies Hayseed Dixie, Scottish bag-rock band Red Hot Chilli Pipers, The Selecter and The Lambrettas as well as bands and collectives from all over Cornwall, the UK and the world.

Event director and trustee Tanya Brittain said: “ ‘If you asked me how I felt about securing Frank Turner as the Sunday headliner I would say four simple words: ‘I want to dance’!

“We’re ridiculously excited about having Frank in the lineup this year and think he will complement the other acts brilliantly bringing another dimension to our already eclectic festival roster.”

Tanya continued: “Looe Music Festival is not one to be pigeon-holed into different genres or fall into the trap of being repetitive. It’s about listening to inspiring music artists whilst having a damn good time in a unique and magical location. From the main stage set right on the beach to the tiny acoustic gatherings within the town’s pubs and on the streets, the buzz is tremendous … I can’t think of a better way to chill out and celebrate the end of summer”.

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Flavour Fest, a food festival extravaganza sponsored by Boringdon Hall, takes place in Plymouth’s city centre where local and celebrity chefs share their tips of the trade.

Over 120 food and drink traders will be lining the streets from Friday August 15 to Sunday August 17, tempting visitors with a range of local produce including fresh fish, cheese, cider and even something sweet.

This will be a lively and exciting way to experience the true taste of the South West.

People can expect everything from fantastic fruit and veg to outstanding organic meat and everything in between including home baked cakes, artisan bread and pastries, preserves, chutneys, cheeses, beers and wines plus much more. At Flavour Fest visitors can always try before they buy, so come hungry and ready to sample!

Plymouth City Centre Company manager, Stefan Krause, said: “Flavour Fest is now in its eleventh year and people come back time and time again and love to try the delicacies on offer.

“It provides an opportunity for local retailers, Flavour Fest is a grea independent market grown ups! traders and restaurants to showcase what makes them so special in the world of food and drink. It brings a huge number of people into our City Centre and we will be encouraging people to take the time to visit the West End and Drake Circus shopping centre too.”

The main stage will be located underneath the Big Screen and will be managed

by Lawson’s and Jacques Marchal. Kicking off on the Friday, top chefs and special guests will take part in a ‘Ready, Steady, Cook’ style show which has proved to be a highlight in previous years.

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stage of Flavour Fest’s Cookery Theatre, with a full programme of demonstrations over the three day festival.

Already confirmed are local lads turned celebrity chefs Chris and James Tanner and celebrity chef Mitch Tonks along with Ben Squire from the Boat House Café, Andrew Ferns from Chloe’s Restaurant, Joe Draper and James Tanner Andy Richardson from River Cottage and Kevin Robertson-Wells from Rhodes @ the Dome. For the first year Yo! Sushi will be joining the team by giving cookery demonstrations.

There will also be a ‘Food is Fun’ area for kids, sponsored by Langage Farm, where youngsters can see the wonders of how food is transformed into meals, in a fun and interactive at plance for kids and way.

Face painting and refreshments will jostle with colouring, bread making and other activities to encourage kids to take an interest in what they eat and understand what goes into their food.

For those parents and adults that like to experience a real festival feel, the real ale area, sponsored by Exeter Brewery which will also serve the westcountry’s best made ciders, will have a seating area so you can take in the smells of the nearby stalls or enjoy the entertainment.

With lots to see, do and taste – this really is going to be a Flavour Fest!

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23rd, 24th and 25th August at Mount Edgcumbe Country Park

Military and wartime displays, memorabilia and vehicle manoeuvres.

Admission is free, car park charges apply.

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Vintage inspired entertainment will run throughout the day in the Courtyard area. More details www.missivyevents.co.uk Aug 7, Aug 21, Sept 4 PLYMOUTH BIKE NIGHT The Hoe Promenade Hundreds of motorcycles of all types, trade/club stands, fast food and a live band. In aid of Help for Heroes.

Aug 8 and Sep 5 LIVE MUSIC NIGHT The Piazza, City Centre Top local bands perform live.

August featuring 7pm - Hot Candy; 8.15pm - ReZonance; 9.30pm - Farra. September 7pm - Jessica and the Rabbits; 8.15pm - Sitting Pretty 9.30pm - Vicious Kitten August 10 BREAKWATER TO HOE CHARITY SWIM The Chestnut Appeal for Prostate Cancer is holding its third annual Breakwater to Plymouth Hoe

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Thousands of bikers are expected to take part in the 2014 Plymouth MegaRide, which is now in its 20th year.

The MegaRide, which takes place on Sunday August 17, is now one of the UK’s largest charity motorcycle ride out with thousands of motorcyclists taking part, not including the pillion passengers

sponsored swim. The swim is a real challenge at around 4km and it is asked that all those taking part have experience of open water swimming and should be able to complete around 160 lengths of a 25m pool.

Aug 10 JAGUAR CLASSIC CAR SHOW Explore Jaguar cars from across the years and enjoy a relaxing weekend on the Barbican and Sutton Harbour.

Aug 10 and Sep 14 LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET Mount Edgcumbe Produce available will include fresh bread, vegetables, eggs, apple juice, preserves, flowers and plants, honey, smoked fish, cakes and lots more.

August 12 and 13 BRITISH FIREWORK CHAMPIONSHIPS 2014 will be the 18th anniversary of the championships which is one of the biggest annual displays by professional firework companies in the UK.More than four tonnes of fireworks will be set off over Plymouth Sound, lighting up the skies as the country’s top pyrotechnics companies battle it out for the coveted national title.

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Major Events August 15 to 17 FLAVOUR FEST The South West’s largest food and drink festival returns to the City Centre’s Piazza. See feature on centre pages.

August 17 MEGARIDE Around 8,000 bikers are expected to take part in the UK’s largest charity ride out.

Sep 8 to Sep 28 PLYMOUTH’S OCEAN CITY FESTIVAL The Ocean City Festival is back and will celebrate everything that makes Plymouth’s waterfront location - and its relationship with the sea.See story on pages 36-37.

Sep 11 to Sep 13 OPEN AIR CINEMA Enjoy the authentic ‘Plymouth Arts Centre Experience’ at Royal William Yard, taking place on the green of the former Royal Navy yard, complete with bar and the

menu of ice-creams, snacks and popcorn, along with wine, beer and soft drinks. Tickets in advance from Plymouth Arts Centre, by phone on 01752 206114 or on the website. Tickets are limited in number - advance booking recommended. For more details visit www.plymouthartscentre.org Sep 12 HERITAGE OPEN DAYS Enjoy some of Plymouth’s most historic maritime-related properties for one day only as the city marks the annual Heritage Open Days celebration.

The Elizabethan House is laid out in the style of an historic sea captain’s home. T he first recorded owner of the Merchant’s House was an Elizabethan privateer and Smeaton’s Tower was originally built out on the notorious Eddystone Reef! No need to book in advance. Last admissions 30 minutes before closing times at each property.

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Sep 13 and Sep 14 ECOVER BLUE MILE Hundreds of people will be making a splash off Plymouth’s historic Barbican waterfront to help raise funds for marine conservation.

Sep 19 A THOUSAND OCEAN SUNSETS National Marine Aquarium Monty Halls is a marine biologist, explorer and TV presenter who has spent 20 years exploring the world’s classic dive destinations.

With stunning images, remarkable footage and tall tales from one of diving’s greatest raconteurs, this event is not to be missed.

Sep 26 to Oct 1 JAPAN 400 Inspired by the historic voyage of The Clove and delivered by the History Department at Plymouth University, Japan400 Plymouth is a series of events celebrating a spirit of discovery and partnership that endures to this day. Get a taster of how the bounty of the South West lends itself to Japanese cuisine by joining us to celebrate Japanese food and flavours. Experience the culture of the land of the rising sun at events showcasing Japanese film, music, theatre and art, including performances by local and international groups and artists.

Explore Anglo-Japanese relations through the centuries and join in a celebration of maritime history. Get involved - take part in workshops for all ages where you

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More details at www5.plymouth. ac.uk/schools/hpa/jp400-whats-on Sep 27 to Sep 28 PLYMOUTH SEAFOOD FESTIVAL The Barbican will come alive with an exciting quayside celebration of the city’s fantastic locally caught seafood in this annual event. See photo of last year’s festival above.

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Leader of Plymouth City Council, Tudor Evans, said: “Plymouth is fast becoming one of the finest waterfront cities in the world. Not only have we attracted well-known sailing events to our harbour we are also the first city in the world to obtain the Fish2Fork Blue City status, with the majority of our city’s restaurants now demonstrating excellent sustainable seafood practices.

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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 Summer Nature Trail: Aug 9 Woodland Wood Nature Reserve, Whitleigh.Take a walk on the wild side at one of the city’s beautiful nature reserves. Experts will help identify the trees, plants, birds and animals you see and there will be free activity bags for the children. Bring binoculars if you have them and please wear appropriate clothing for the weather and some sturdy shoes.

Dinosaur Day 2014: Aug 23 Portland Square Building, Plymouth University. Explore the creatures that lived when dinosaurs roamed the lands, from enormous ammonites to tiny microscopic fossils. Join in with lots of different activity from walking like a dinosaur to digging deep for a real fossil! Lots of specialists will be on hand to talk and to share information about these amazing extinct creatures.

HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES Drop In Session: Prints on Paper: Aug 6 10.30am to 1pm (last entries at 12.30pm)Use the works in the ‘Modern Masters in Print’ exhibition to create mini masterpieces. Admission free. No need to book. Go along for as long as you like.

Bookable Workshop: Wonderful Warhol: Aug 7 10.30am to 12pm. Make your own Andy Warhol-inspired works of art using the ‘Modern Masters in Print’ exhibition as your starting point. Admission £2.50 per child.

Advance booking is advised via the Museum Welcome Desk or 01752 304774.

Drop In Session: Colourful Collage: Aug 13 10.30am to 1pm (last entries at 12.30pm) Create a colourful paper collage inspired the amazing works on display in our ‘Modern Masters in Print’ exhibition.

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Bookable Workshop: Marvellous Monoprints: Aug 14 10.30am to 12pm. Make your own monoprint using our ‘Modern Masters in Print’ exhibition for inspiration. Admission £2.50 per child. Advance booking is advised

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Drop In Session: Anyone for Chess?: Aug 20 10.30am to 1pm (last entries at 12.30pm) Create a paper chess piece inspired by our ‘A Royal Game’ sculpture. Why not have a go at a game of chess itself? Admission free. No need to book. Come along for as long as you like.

Bookable Workshop: Creative Clay: Aug 21 10.30am to 12pm.

Use clay to make your own creations based on the cups and pots in our collections. Admission £2.50 per child. Advance booking is advised via the Museum Welcome Desk or 01752 304774.

Drop In Session: Hats the Way to Do It: Aug 27 10.30am to 1pm (last entries at 12.30pm). Drop in and make hilarious hats inspired by some of Plymouth’s most amazing collectors and characters.

Admission free. No need to book.

Come along for as long as you like Bookable Workshop: Nautical but Nice: Aug 28 10.30am to 12pm. Get inspired by nautical objects from our collections and design your own lighthouse.

Admission £2.50 per child.

Advance booking is advised via the Museum Welcome Desk or 01752 304774.

International Lighthouse Weekend 2014: Aug 16 and 17 Smeaton’s Tower, The Hoe Hear local musicians ‘Tobacco Road’ play their sea shanties, try and answer the questions in a lighthouse quiz and get a certificate to the Lantern Room as part of the celebrations for International Lighthouse Weekend 2014.

Super Saturday: Here Comes The Armada: Sep 27 10.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3.30pm.

Have fun with the guest artist creating a giant collage of ships.

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Aug 10 and Sep 14 MONTHLY PRODUCE MARKET Join in at the Earl’s Garden Marquee to celebrate local food and drink from the Tamar Valley by supporting the local growers.

Produce available will include fresh bread, vegetables, eggs, apple juice, preserves, flowers and plants, honey, smoked fish, cakes and lots more.

You can use old maps, atlases and our ‘A Royal Game’ sculpture for your inspiration. The sculpture features Queen Elizabeth I and Philip II of Spain playing an imaginary game of chess with pieces shaped like the ships from the Spanish Armada. During the sessions we will try and get everyone to line up their work together, creating a huge fleet of ships, like the Armada itself! £2.50 per child. Advance booking is advised.

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Aug 16 MAD ABOUT MOTHS 8pm till late. Over 2000 kinds of moth inhabit the British Isles, most of which you’ll only seen if you go trapping at night. Come and join our experts at this night time event and see what moths they can trap and identify, you never know we may find some rarities!

Meet at the park gates at Cremyll at 8pm, the event should last up to 4 hours, tea and biscuits will be provided. Suitable shoes should be worn and bring some warm clothing, it can get chilly during the night. The cost is £5 per person, tickets should be pre-booked.

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Experience the sounds, sights and the smells(!) of a soldiers camp from the mid-17th century.

Demonstrations of pike, muskets and artillery as well as encounter the activities of the soldier’s base camp where the women and children will be preparing food and refreshments for their troops.

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Sep 13 GOING BATS AT MOUNT EDGCUMBE 7pm till late. A nocturnal adventure With rare species calling Mount Edgcumbe home, you could be in for a real treat with this expedition. Meeting on the terrace at the front of the house at 7pm, the walk will take approximately 2 to 3 hours and finish off with hot soup and cost of £5 per person.

Please make sure that you wrap up warm and wear suitable footwear for the walk. Due to limited spaces, booking is essential.

Saltram House Plympton 01752 333500 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/saltram Aug 5, 12, 19 and 26 INQUISITIVE INSECTS Every Tuesday in the summer holidays join the gardener, Anthony and discover where the creepy crawlies hide out. Follow Anthony around the Garden looking for clues and learn about the secret life of insects. Make your own bug hotel to take home and watch the insects flock to stay!

Aug 1, 15 and 29 WILD IN THE WOOD Join the Forest School leader for a creative day of woodland activities and games. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Aug 2 50 THINGS ACTIVITY DAY Join the outdoor fun in the Park and Gardens and tick off loads of your 50 Things to Do before you’re 11 3/4 wish list! Free event.

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Guided activities will be held in the Park such as pond dipping, wild art and bird spotting. The Garden Team will be showing how to Plant it, grow it, eat it with planters you can take away.

There’s a wide range of self led activities including den-building, tree climbing, crafts and much more.

Aug 17 GEORGE’S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE Illyria visit again this summer for their wonderfully entertaining, open air adaptation of Roald Dahl’s George’s Marvellous Medicine. All the fun and excitement of Roald Dahl’s thrilling children’s classic.

Fun for all ages, with plenty of opportunities for audience participation!

Sep 28 MICHAELMAS FAYRE Celebrate Michaelmas by helping to press apples from the Saltram orchard to make apple juice and cider. Enjoy other rural skills demonstrations and entertainment from the Dartington Morris Men and a local folk band. Traditional food and drink available and childrens activities Buckland Abbey Yelverton 01822 853607 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bucklandabbey July 26 to Aug 10 ARMADA ACADEMY An interactive treasure trail

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Throughout August SUMMER HOLIDAY FUN Daily family fun including adventure trails, crafts and historical re-enactment.

Aug 2, 7, 15, 18 and 30 TUDOR ARCHER Meet our historical archer from the court of Henry VIII and his display for all ages with authentically made bows and arrows. You may even get to have a go!

Aug 13, 20, 27 FAMILY FELT Join local wool artist Claire Packer for a drop-in felting activity for families. Normal admission plus £3 per child.

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WHAT’S ON A Barbican art gallery is launching a new range of greetings cards by Plymouth artists Debby Mason and Jan Brewerton.

45 Southside Gallery launches the new range on August 2 and all are welcome to meet Jan Brewerton and Debby Mason at the event from 3pm to 6pm.

45 Southside started publishing a range of images taken from original poetry tiles by Iris Milward in 2012. What started small with 16 images has grown very rapidly into a successful greeting card publishing business with over 100 stockists and 42 images across three ranges now available.

Debby Mason has been a printmaker for over 25 years, specialising in hand-coloured etchings of sealife and other animals. Her cards feature intricate drawings of seahorses, fish, chickens, hares and even a Dodo.

“My recent work concentrates on my love of the sea and the amazing life it contains. As a qualified diver, I feel privileged to be able to come face to face with the subjects that I draw. Etching is the perfect medium for many underwater creatures with its fineness of the line and the ability to fend itself to the meticulous detail that attracts me to them as subjects.”

Jan Brewerton is a painter, printmaker, designer, maker: an artist working within and across a diverse range of visual media. Jan’s work has its foundations in domesticity; in its details, its memories and its rituals. Individual works begin as Until August 23 MODERN MASTERS IN PRINT Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery Four of the 20th century’s greatest artists – Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí and Andy Warhol – were also accomplished printmakers. Together, these four artists spanned a 75-year

period that saw the birth of the modern age. They employed a wide range of techniques, and their work represents one of the most creative and diverse periods of printmaking in the history of western art. Drawn from the V&A’s collections of prints, posters and artists’ books, ‘Modern Masters’ showcases their work in print.

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Two examples of Jan Brewerton’s work

close studies of everyday domestic objects – motifs arising in the forms of vessels, artefacts, implements, textiles, fruit forms, patterns and natural materials.

Both ranges are colourful and lively, some with a slight vintage feel, and complement the existing range of poetrytile Until Sep 21 PLYMOUTH GOES TO WAR Visitor Centre, Ford Park Cemetery a local perspective of Plymouth families during the early months of The Great War, Home and away.

The exhibition is open to the public Tuesdays/ Thursdays 10.30 am to 3.30 pm, Saturdays/ Sundays 12.30 to 3.30pm. The exhibition is free of charge (donations welcome).

Sept 13 HERITAGE OPEN DAYS 2014: TALES FROM THE GREAT WAR Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery Join in the special event connected to the commemorate WWI exhibition ‘Plymouth and The Great War’. Join a professional storyteller and musician for tales from the home front as well as from soldiers, including a vivid account of a Devon man who signed up at the age of 17. Songs will include popular tunes from WWI. Sept 20 THE GREAT WAR FILM SERIES: THE AFRICAN QUEEN (PG) Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery A gin-swilling riverboat captain working in Africa during World War I is persuaded by a straitlaced missionary to use his boat to attack an enemy warship.

Sept 27 THE GREAT WAR FILM SERIES : LAWRENCE OF ARABIA (PG) Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery A flamboyant and controversial British military figure deals with his conflicted loyalties during his World War I service in the Middle East.

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Until Sept 27 DIARY OF A SOLDIER Merchant’s House 33 St Andrew St, Plymouth City Centre. See a display featuring transcripts and images of sketches by W O Reynolds, an artist, teacher and soldier from Lipson in Plymouth who served in the Mediterranean Expeditionary Force during World War I. Two of his diaries and sketchbooks are held in the City archives and provide a fascinating first-hand account of his experiences. For details call 01752 304774 Until November 29 PLYMOUTH’S GREAT WAR: THREE TOWNS UNITED IN CONFLICT Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery An exhibition that gives a unique overview of the First World War from a Plymouth perspective.

‘Plymouth’s Great War’ features the story of the amalgamation of the Three Towns of Plymouth, Devonport and East Stonehouse in 1914; reflecting on them as home to the Royal Navy, Army Garrisons, Royal Marines and Royal Naval Air Service. It will also look at the impact of the war on local people’s lives – touching on recruitment, conscription, the fighting, the cost, the aftermath and the ‘home front’.

The exhibition features items, images and documents from the city’s arts, heritage and archive collections. This is not just a standard review of the First World War from start to finish.

It’s the story of Plymouth and Plymothians from 1914 to 1918.

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Artist Debby Mason in her studio and below two of her distinctive designs

greetings cards by Iris Milward. There really is a card available for every occasion.

The greeting cards are an extension of 45 Southside Gallery on Plymouth’s historic Barbican, which specialises in ceramics, glass and metalwork by artists based in Devon or Cornwall. All three greeting card ranges are created by artists based in Devon and small local suppliers are used wherever possible, including printing and distribution.

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MORTGAGE MATTERS

At the end of April the mortgage landscape changed dramatically due to the Mortgage Market Review (MMR). Paul Northmore, managing director of Manning and Company Independent Financial Advisers, explains what to expect now, and how to prepare for a mortgage or remortgage application.

Important ways to avoid the mortgage minefield Since the Mortgage Market Review, mortgage lenders must now scrutinise mortgage applications much more closely to check the borrower can afford the repayments, both now and in the future should mortgage interest rates rise.

a 25-year mortgage, it’s quite possible that the mortgage will extend into your retirement. If your mortgage is likely to extend beyond your state retirement age or state pension age, the lender will require details of how you intend to continue to meet the repayments – for example, From our perspective as advisers, we’ve seen a number of evidence of pension income. Previously it was sufficient to changes in the last few weeks – so here are our suggestions make a statement confirming that the mortgage would be to help mortgage applicants be prepared! affordable – but this is no longer the case. So make sure • Allow plenty of time. Mortgage applications are currently that your retirement income is on track (and if in doubt, taking 3-4 times longer to process then they did before talk to an independent financial adviser sooner rather than the MMR. Mortgage lenders simply later!) have more paperwork to do, and • Don’t be tempted by buy-tohaven’t yet fully got the capacity and let. There’s a loophole in the MMR: it systems in place to handle it. There’s doesn’t extend to buy-to-let mortgages a backlog, and it’s only going to get which allow you to live in the property worse as lenders get busier. Don’t be yourself or rent it out. Some other surprised if something which might agents and advisers may tempt you have taken a couple of weeks preto apply for a buy-to-let mortgage MMR now takes a couple of months. to cheat the system – but don’t be • Expect interest rate rises. There’s tempted! The lenders are very well always talk of interest rate rises, aware of this loophole. They are but the criteria of the MMR means currently being extremely vigilant in you need to be able to afford your monitoring buy-to-let mortgages, and mortgage even if (or when) rates will decline mortgages which seem rise. Don’t just imagine that’s a long suspicious. (We’ve even seen genuine term issue though. It’s conceivable buy-to-let mortgages declined because that some lenders may temporarily of this level of vigilance!) Just don’t Paul Northmore of Manning and Company put up their rates in the short-term to do it – you’ll simply raise the lender’s dissuade new applications while they suspicions, risk your application being deal with the current backlog! rejected, and weeks later find yourself back at square one.

• Do the detail. Be prepared for forensic questions about • Don’t commit to a time frame. Even if you have a large your finances. For example, how much do you spend at deposit or you’re a first-time buyer, don’t assume you the hairdressers? When was the last time you placed a will speed through the system. You’ll join the queue bet? Lenders are required to ask these questions to check and undergo the same scrutiny as everyone else. So be that you are going to be a responsible borrower who can prepared to wait, and don’t make commitments until you afford your mortgage repayments. Keep close track of your have your mortgage confirmed. finances, to this level of detail, and you’ll be equipped to • Christmas is sooner than you think! Many people who plan answer the lender’s questions quickly when they arise. to move want to be ‘in for Christmas’. Traditionally this has • Know your travel costs. Some lenders now ask for details meant getting the summer holiday out of the way, and then of travel expenses to be included on the mortgage concentrating on the moving plans. But post-MMR that’s application form. So if you have high travel costs (for too short a time frame. If you want to move this year, you example, travel to work), be prepared for the fact that it need to start planning the finances now. may impact on the amount you can borrow. Be prepared If you’re serious about moving or remortgaging, speak to one for the question to arise, and have your figures ready of our advisers and start the process today.

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The quartet were all studying digital art and technology and first worked together as a team on projects which formed part of the degree programme.

It was while working on one module called ‘venture culture’ that they realised their combined creative talent had real business prospects.

This was reinforced when the four won a ‘Dragon’s Den’ style competition to secure rent-free accommodation at Plymouth University’s Formation Zone.

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They quickly outgrew the accommodation at the Formation Zone and at the end of 2012 relocated to larger premises at New Media House in De La Hay Avenue, Pennycomequick.

Managing director Gavin said: “As young, creative thinkers we thrive on the challenge of finding solutions to business, communication and marketing needs. We combine design, technology and innovative skills to create branding, build websites, and develop mobile apps for a wide range of businesses and organisations.”

Creative director Paul Bird said: “We are passionate about our work and set out to create websites and branding for customers that we would be proud of.”

Technical director Becky added: “With more than half of the population in the UK owning a smartphone, surfing the web is no longer limited to the desk. We develop responsive web solutions that deliver the customer’s message to the hand, lap or lounge by creating one site which suits mobile, tablet and desktop.”

Research director Christian heads up Elixel’s mobile app development projects, which are rapidly gaining national recognition.

One of their first apps, which was developed for Plymouth University’s Student Union, attracted plenty of interest from other Student Unions and led to the team being commissioned in partnership with iDat and Warwick University to produce an app for Cheltenham Literature Festival last year.

It was a real challenge for Elixel as they were given just six weeks to complete development of a mobile app which would normally take at least three months. The round-the-clock effort was worth it as Elixel earlier this year was tasked with producing a similar app for Flux, a major arts and culture festival aimed at young people, taking place during July and August this year in Liverpool.

The free-to-download app provided an interactive portal to the Flux Festival, allowing users to view the festival calendar and build their own bespoke schedule. As part of the project Elixel developed a series of Flux Missions which encouraged young people to win ‘FluxBux’ for completing fun activities.

During 2013 Elixel received a further major boost when the company fought off competition from other start-up businesses to secure £20,000 of investment capital from business incubators Starter for 10 and the South West Investment Group.

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After producing a business plan under the guidance of Outset’s advisers, Elixel was successful in securing the loan from Starter for 10.

Set up by Creative England, the Starter for 10 competition sees businesses pitch innovative products to a panel of industry experts and investors who select the 10 best to receive financial and practical support.

Elixel also secured a £10,000 loan from the South West Investment Group.

Gavin said: “Securing the investment funding was a major boost for the business and has helped us to plan future growth with confidence.”

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PROPERTY MATTERS

Business booming at leading Plymouth bathroom and kitchen company Jobel A Plymouth bathroom and kitchen company is experiencing a big uplift in business as confidence grows in the property market.

Jobel Ltd, who are based in Millbay, have taken on more space and more staff to cope with the extra workload.

Owner Mike Freeman said: “We have witnessed a significant uplift in our bathroom business in the last 12 months. We have taken on an extra fitting team and also acquired a building adjacent to our Millbay showroom to give us more space.”

The two-storey former printing works had stood empty for several years and has now been leased by Jobel. The 4,000 sq ft ground floor warehouse is being used to stock materials and collate customer orders while the first floor has been converted to provide a shop window overlooking West Hoe Road.

“We’ve installed bathroom and kitchen displays which we hope will attract even more business as West Hoe Road is busy both with traffic and pedestrians,” added Mike. “The increased warehouse space means we can stock a huge range of bathroom accessories, tiles and other materials, enabling us to respond rapidly to online orders.”

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“We have not been this busy for many years and are now installing an average of five or six bathrooms every week,” he said.

Jobel’s main showroom in Bounds Place, Millbay features one of the most extensive bathroom displays anywhere in the country, let alone the South West.

There are more than 20 full bathroom settings with dozens more baths, sinks, shower, bidets and shower units on display.

Mike, who has more than 25 years experience in the market, said that bathrooms are becoming more and more sophisticated, with showers and wet rooms growing in popularity.

“About eight out of ten bathrooms we install don’t have baths these days as showering is definitely preferred by most of our customers,” said Mike.

Technology and gadgets are also playing their part in the increased growth of the business.

Touch screen illuminated mirrors, waterproof flat screen TVs, mirrors with built-in remote controlled audio are all featured in the Jobel showroom.

Mike said: “People love these type of gadgets and we have already installed a number of showers with built-in flat screen TVs. Everything is so much more sophisticated now, compared with the old days of coloured bathroom suites.”

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TRAVEL MATTERS Cruising has become one of the most popular choices of holiday in a very short space of time.

It was seen as little as 10 years ago to be a holiday for the wealthy, elderly, or for a special occasion.

This has changed dramatically, with many more ships being built. Most are bigger than ever before, with facilities that cater for not only the elite traveller, but also for families and younger couples.

In the past I have written about Silversea Cruise Lines, certainly not one of the largest companies, but definitely one aimed towards the luxury market.

I have experienced the quality of the service and ship, and can personally endorse it as a superb product. Their All Inclusive 6 Star ships pride themselves on almost a one to one, crew to passenger ratio with every cabin having it’s own butler to service the passenger’s every need.

The reason for mentioning them again is that I am pleased to announce on September 3, from 6pm, we are hosting a Silversea Cruise evening at our office in West Park.

A sales manager from Silversea will be there to answer any of your questions. He will also have exciting special offers and group departures travelling up until the end of 2015.

Here is the exciting part. For those who attend the evening, they will be entered into a prize draw that will give the winners a place on board the Silver Whisper, for lunch, on September 10, in the beautiful bay off the coast of Fowey.

This has been especially arranged for Peter Goord Travel and is a wonderful opportunity to experience the quality of Silversea.

Places for the evening are limited and can be reserved by either calling me on 01752 364186 or emailing Anthony@ petergoordtravel.co.uk. So if you are looking to cruise, and want to experience one of the best, give me a call.

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Well, at this moment Sterling is very strong against most currencies, especially the Dollar and Euro. If you are travelling abroad in the coming months now is a good time to get your currency. Of course, I don’t have a crystal ball and the exchange rate might get even better, but on average anything over $1.60 to the Pound and over €1.20 for the pound is a good time to buy.

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I recommend, before you travel, to check how much your cards charge. Although they are convenient to use you could be spending more than you think.

Nationwide and Lloyds banks currently have cards or accounts which have no currency exchange fees. So, if you are travelling abroad for long periods, and spending large amounts, it’s definitely worth looking into changing your credit card or your current account.

Recently, another popular way of taking money abroad is by loading a cash card, which can be used anywhere that accepts credit/debit cards. The only issue could be, if you still have monies held on your card on your return to the UK, some can expire and the monies can be lost.

Overall, I would recommend you take a mixture of cash and card. Use currency to pay for such things as meals, taxis and tips, and use cards for the more expensive items such as excursions or your hotel bill at the end of your stay. It is always worth shopping around for the best currency deal, but try and do it before you get to the airport as the exchange rate there is rarely favourable.

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You come home from work and your loved one is clutching their throat, and having difficulty breathing, what do you do? Your neighbour comes to the door with her child, who is bleeding at the wrist, what do you do? Your child picks up the iron, it was cooling, she screams, what do you do?

First Aid is defined as the initial response, or first help given, to someone who is injured or is taken suddenly ill, usually at the scene and at the time. Anyone at the scene can give first aid but the more you know the better outcome for the injured/ill person.

The aims of first aid are to keep casualties alive, treat their injuries and stop them getting worse, and to hand them over to the medical authorities in the best possible condition in the circumstances. The best way to achieve this is to follow the basic principles of first aid, namely: • Preserve Life • Prevent Worsening • Promote Recovery A first aider, be it for home, in the workplace, or at a

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I firmly believe that first aid is a skill that should be taught as part of the school curriculum, it is a life skill that can only benefit everyone.

In the workplace employers are expected to have a number of employees trained in Emergency First Aid at Work (a one day course), as well as having a number of people trained in the full three day First Aid at Work course. This is based on the size of the enterprise.

Schools, as employers, are expected to have a number of staff trained in first aid. It would seem sensible to have a number of the more senior pupils trained in first aid as they are the people on the scene when an incident happens.

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Samantha Buckthought, head of the Wills and Trust department at Wolferstans said: “We were increasingly finding bereaved individuals, who were often elderly, who were completely bewildered as to what they had to do, who they had to speak to, and what accounts they had when they had lost a loved one, even though the estates may not have needed a Grant of Probate or had any complexity.

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THEATRE MATTERS

Exciting dance and theatre training Barbican Theatre is gearing up to welcome a new year of dance and theatre training, with Little Entertainers, Boys Dance, and Company j, adding to the success of Moves, Junction and Company b in 2013/14.

The theatre’s specialist dance and theatre performance training gets young people working with and performing alongside professional artists. Whilst developing dance and theatre technique they build confidence, make new friends and have fun. No experience is required but enthusiasm and commitment are essential.

Free taster sessions are an open invitation to have a go and see how you fare.

Little Entertainers is a playful, energetic class for five to seven year olds; in Moves eight to 11 year olds learn techniques which unlock their creativity; and Junction (12+) is a vibrant mix of styles and genres which feed into performance-making.

The brand new Boys dance will see boys developing solid technique, building strength and gaining quality performance experience.

Company b Dance, Company b Theatre and Company j are Barbican Theatre’s three cutting edge performance companies for young dancers and actors aged 14-25. They work together to create quality performances that reflect and challenge the world they live in.

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Barbican’s Force programme aims to inspire and grow leadership and social enterprise in developing arts practitioners. Not only do young people in dance, theatre, tech and arts FORCE learn teaching, technical and arts management skills, but they also receive mentoring and accreditation through Arts Awards and Sports Leaders UK. The theatre has been developing talent and creating opportunities for young people since 1980. and has a national reputation for working closely with new and emerging artists, currently Le Navet Bete and previously, artists such as Matthew Bourne and Connor McIntyre (Pat Phelan in Coronation Street) who said:“The door is always open, nobody is excluded. This place is about access, empowerment and giving people a place to express themselves.

Whatever you go on to do in life, that experience will stand you in good stead.”

Classes range from £60 - £70 per term (roughly £6 per class). Barbican Theatre also run a bursary scheme to reduce the cost of the classes for people who are on low income.

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BUSINESS MATTERS

Steven makes bathroom dreams Following on from the success of Plymouth-based plumbing and heating business, Shortflow, director Steven Short has recently founded Dream Bathrooms. John Bensalhia reports...

When it comes to ‘good old-fashioned customer service’ Steven Short knows this inside out.

Following on from the established success of his plumbing and heating business, Shortflow, Steven has recently set up a business that makes bathroom dreams come true.

Dream Bathrooms is set to be a big success, and already, in the three months since it was formed, has garnered favourable feedback from its fast-growing customer base.

The main vision of Dream Bathrooms is to provide the highest level of customer service. It’s a vision that has already paid off for Shortflow, now in its fifth year, and continuing to deliver the goods to high standards.

“We get better and busier each year,” said Steven on Shortflow. “It’s about listening to what the customer wants.

We can offer our customers dedicated service and very good prices. That’s why Shortflow has earned a great reputation through word of mouth.

“Word gets round through our customers, and so our customer base grows as a result. We have never had any adverse feedback, and in fact, customers have become friends, both through Shortflow and Dream Bathrooms.”

Dream Bathrooms is a family-run business that lives up to its title. Because it focuses on each customer’s specific requirements, Dream Bathrooms is able to provide its customers with a dedicated, tailor-made service.

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see them in person,” explained Steven. “They will then tell us their requirements from the things that they like and dislike through to their budgetary requirements.”

Dream Bathrooms can offer a wide selection of bathroom solutions from the budget range through to the top end of the market. “Armed with these answers, we can then provide the customer with everything he or she needs such as brochures or samples. We can then design the bathroom around what the customer actually wants as opposed to what they think they want.”

Steven gives an example of the quality customer service that Dream Bathrooms provides. “Recently, a lady in a wheelchair wanted access to her bathroom. She had had four or five different quotes from other companies, but we were the only ones to ask whether the wheelchair could actually get into the bathroom.

“Originally, it couldn’t, so what we did was to widen the door frame, allowing the customer access. We also had a phone call from a woman who said that we had changed her life, thanks to her beautiful bathroom! That is what we aim for when we deal with our customers – to achieve their dreams.”

Dream Bathrooms provides a wide array of services, from part to complete installation. Services include general building tasks such as the removal or construction of walls, new shower enclosures and additional en-suites to existing bedrooms.

The company also provides plumbing (for example, installing drains, wastes or shower pumps) and tiling (for example, the removal of old tiles or the installation of electric underfloor heating) services.

A big plus point of Dream Bathrooms’ tailor-made service is that customers can work within their own budgets – and with the current economic climate in mind, that’s a massive boon.

“We tailor each bathroom solution to the customer’s budget. Everyone wants a new bathroom or kitchen, but price can be an issue. We offer competitive rates and affordable prices for our customers, while also providing high quality products.”

Dream Bathrooms is set to follow in the footsteps of the hugely successful Shortflow business. A stylish website has been created for the fledgling business, offering a selection of testimonials and photos of the top-flight end results (the website can be found at www.dreambathroomsltd.co.uk).

“I have plans to expand both Shortflow and Dream Bathrooms,” says Steven. “In a year from now, I would like Dream Bathrooms to have its own premises and headquarters which will allow us to showcase our work.”

“The future for me personally is that both businesses will go from strength to strength – as long as you put the work and the hours in, business will do well.

“What you put in, you get out. We love what we do, we have a thriving customer base and we are confident that our future is very healthy.”

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FITNESS MATTERS

World record breaker Matt is an A state-of-the-art fitness suite is proving a popular facility for people living in Plymstock and further afield.

Major investment in the Sports Centre at Coombe Dean School last year included a large extension to create the spacious new fitness suite.

The suite includes a fleet of brand new Life Fitness machines, including treadmills, exercise bikes and rowing machines, complimented by two new racks of free weights.

There was a special celebration at the Sports Centre in July when Plymstock father of four Matt Brewster was presented with a certificate to mark his world record para-rowing achievement.

Matt, who suffers from a degenerative bone disease, used one of the fitness suite’s rowing machines to break the record for a 100 kilometre rowing challenge.

He started at 8.05am and supported by staff, students and members of his family, completed the final few pulls at 6.24pm in a world record time of 10 hours, 19 minutes and 44 seconds.

Matt said: “I came close to giving up at one stage, but

managed to push through the pain barrier and eventually break the world record.”

Matt was diagnosed with Avascular Necrosis six years ago, but prior to that had been very active and fit, frequently competing in indoor rowing events.

He was then told that he also had osteoarthritis and a liver disease.

Matt said: “Once it had sunk in that my mobility is going to worsen over the coming years, I decided to see what options in sport there were.

“The options for disability sport are somewhat limited, so I decided to firstly attempt the Plymouth Half Marathon in 2010 on crutches, which was tough but I completed in just under four hours.

“After a massive telling off for potentially making my health worse from my wife, mum and doctors I opted not to try that again and went into wheelchair road racing.

“I decided to combine it into a charity campaign to help two small charities the Batten Disease Family Association and the Huntington’s Disease Association. I have friends and family who are affected by both of these conditions: Batten Disease is especially cruel as it usually affects young children,” said Matt.

At the start of the following year Matt decided to take part in eight road races in his wheelchair over the year from 5K to half marathon distance - but by the end of the year he had completed 14 races.

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indoor rowing, including competing as an adaptive rower in the Cornish Indoor Rowing Competition.

Matt’s inspirational efforts did not go unnoticed and in 2011 he was presented with the Rob Daley Special Trophy at the Herald Sports Awards.

His world record breaking indoor rowing effort at the Coombe Dean Sports Centre’s fitness suite is just the latest in a long line of achievements for Matt.

He was presented with the official certificate marking the achievement by Ian Hodson, manager of the Sport Centre.

Matt’s daughter Caitlin and son Lewis were also on hand for the presentation.

Ian said: “It was a remarkable achievement and we are all really proud of Matt. The certificate will have pride of place in the fitness suite.”

The Sports Centre and fitness suite are open to the public from 5pm on weekdays and 9am to 4pm on Saturdays. There is no joining fee to use the facility, just a monthly membership fee of £10.

The Sports Centre’s facilities also include a four badminton court sports hall, gymnasium with wooden sprung floor, floodlit all-weather outdoor pitch and changing and shower facilities.

The Centre hosts a number of clubs, associations and organisations in a variety of sports including badminton, junior football, Tae Kwondo, karate and short mat bowls.

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It’s all rosy at the garden At this time of year, roses are looking glorious and filling the garden with colour and scent.

(2.5-3ft) in height and 50cm (20ins) in spread. It is repeat flowering with unusual and beautiful large, scented flowers, that start opening as cherry red, but as the flower opens, it To prolong this wonderful display, it is important to dead reveal a creamy white centre. head and feed roses to encourage a succession of blooms Its overall appearance is a large cream rose edged with throughout the season. Keeping the bases of roses clear from cherry red. Rose Nostalgia is beautiful and striking. It has weeds and covering with a mulch of good garden compost dark green, glossy leaves, good disease resistance and is or well rotted manure will help reduce water loss and good for cut flowers. It prefers a position in full sun and is competition for nutrients. happy in fertile, moist, but not water logged soil.

Whilst dead heading, it is an excellent opportunity Rose Blue Moon is a hybrid tea rose, growing to

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Newton and pests and diseases and take appropriate action to It is a repeat flowering rose with large heavily tackle them. A problem caught early on is always Derek Anderson scented flowers. The flowers are a silvery, lilaceasier to deal with. blue colours and is a very unusual colour to see of Plymouth There are many hundreds of different varieties in a rose. The flowers make great cut flowers, and Garden of roses, that can be found in almost any colour, last a long time in a vase. It has dark green, glossy but here are a few of my favourites for either flower leaves and good disease resistance. Rose Blue Centre colour, sheer abundance of blooms or scent: Moon prefers a moist, fertile soil in full sun. It can be Rose Hot Chocolate is a floribunda rose, growing to can grown in a very large pot, planted in John Innes No 1m (3ft) in height and 50cm (20ins) in spread. It is repeat 3 Compost if watered regularly and feed fortnightly using a flowering with beautiful bronze, rust coloured, medium high potash feed such as tomato feed. sized, scented flowers. It has dark green, glossy leaves, good A great companion plant for roses, and in particular disease resistance and won Rose of the Year 2006. climbing and rambling roses, is Trachelospermum It can be grown in a sunny position in the middle of the Jasminoides, the star Jasmine. It is a woody, evergreen order in fertile, moist, but not water logged soil in full sun. climber with rich, dark green leaves which turn bright red in Alternatively you can grow Hot Chocolate in a very large pot, winter. planted in John Innes No 3 Compost if watered regularly and It flowers freely from June to September, the flowers are feed fortnightly using a high potash feed such as tomato pure white and star shaped. The flowers are highly scented feed. We sold 12 in 3 days and have kept re ordering, it and fill the air with the scent of sweet vanilla. It prefers to certainly has been really popular! grow in a sunny spot with well drained soil, but will tolerate Rose Nostalgia is a hybrid tea rose, growing to 75-100cm some partial shade in a sheltered position. It can be grown in a large pot with John Innes No.3 compost. It is a trouble free, low maintenance climber that is easy to care for if given the correct conditions. It can grow to 9m (30’) but can be pruned and trained quite easily.

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For a sunny spot in free draining soil, Perovskia is a great choice. It is hardy and grows to 1m (3’) in height and spread. It has scented silvery leaves which become smothered in bright blue Salvia like flowers. It is easy to grow and maintenance free and great for attracting wildlife. It looks fantastic when planted amongst brightly coloured Crocosmias, such as Lucifer or Red King and also with Heleniums and Rudbeckias.

Hydrangeas are also making a resurgence in popularity, with more and more new varieties being introduced every year. The colour range is expanding with intense vibrant blues to the softer baby blues, as well as pale pinks to the shocking pinks as well as reds and purples. Bi-coloured and double blooms seem to be popular this year as well.

The regained popularity of hydrangeas may be to do with there exceptionally long flowering period and ease of care.

They are extremely easy to look after. They will grow in sun or shade and will grow in any soil type as long as it is moist.

Hydrangeas can grow quite large if left unchecked, upto 3m (10’), but can easily be kept at 1.2m (4’) if pruned hard in the spring.

The only thing to bear in mind with Hydrangeas is flower colour, if you want blue flowers, plant in ericaceous soil and feed it with ericaceous food. If you want pink flowers, plant in alkaline soil, and feed it with lime. For white flowers plant it in neutral soil.

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