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Plymouth Airport will be back in business in two years and operating commercial flights again in just three years. That’s the pledge from the team behind a new social enterprise called FlyPlymouth which has been created to ensure that the city will once again have air links to London and other destinations.

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“By 2018, a new airline will provide daily services to a range of destinations including London,” he said.

The team behind plans to re-open Plymouth’s airport has raised more than £5,000 in the first week of its new fundraising drive.

Both London Heathrow and Gatwick airports have recently expressed interest in supporting the reopening of Plymouth airport.

The airport was closed in December 2011 after Plymouth airport leaseholder Sutton Harbour Holdings revealed its talks with Plymouth City Council could not present the company with any viable solution.

The campaign group Viable is now working on reopening the airport through a new social enterprise called FlyPlymouth.

FlyPlymouth chief executive officer Raoul Witherall told a packed meeting at the University of St Mark & St John on May 8: “It is time now for Plymouth to focus on reopening its airport and connecting with the world.

“For this we need a new vehicle, one that can deliver on reopening the airport, creating a new airline and partnering together with Plymouth to achieve this.

FlyPlymouth is that vehicle.

“Viable set out in 2011 to carry the flag for those who wished to see Plymouth rethink its approach to air connectivity. The objective was to save Plymouth airport from redevelopment and now that objective has been largely achieved with the airport’s protection in the Plymouth Plan.”

The group has launched a Crowdfunder campaign to raise £150,000 in two years. It needs £10,000 initially to

start the project - and reached half that total in little more than a week.

Raoul added: “FlyPlymouth is a locally-based social enterprise focused on providing aviation services. Being constituted as a company limited by guarantee means that profits will be recycled into the business rather than being extracted by private shareholders.

“We are seeking a short lease rather than securing freehold interests which have the potential to destabilise the business. These factors will contribute to a sustainable solution that is right for Plymouth airport.”

Asked why FlyPlymouth would succeed where others had given up, Richard Crocker, FlyPlymouth’s chief operating officer explained: “Rather than going for another low cost volume model, our plans for the airport and airline are adapted to the facilities that exist and needs of the proven passenger market. We have a stepped plan that is designed to be profitable at each stage”

FlyPlymouth will raise £150,000 seed money over the coming months to deliver essential pre-revenue work.

Funded largely out of business and private contributions, this will enable vital preparation such as detailed business planning, due diligence and legal support required to reopen the airport.

The airport and airline business plans themselves are to be financed through a separate multi-million pound package accessed at a later stage once the business has secured a lease.

FlyPlymouth’s plan would create 240 jobs and generate extra economic growth of between £13m and £26m million to the local economy. It will also stimulate further economic benefits to Plymouth and the wider South West through inward investment.

Raoul said that since Plymouth lost its connections to Heathrow 14 international companies had ceased operating in Plymouth because the management of those companies found it difficult to communicate with the operations in Plymouth.

For further information and to support the campaign visit www.flyplymouth.com

Navy submariners back awareness of health research Plymouth submariners have supported a special awareness day promoting health research across the South West.

It was a Royal Navy officer who conducted the first ever clinical trial – an achievement commemorated on International Clinical Trials Day in May to promote the significant benefits of health research.

In May 1747 James Lind investigated the cause and treatment of the Vitamin

C deficiency called Scurvy, which was prevalent among sailors at that time.

Commanding Officer of HMS Talent, Commander Craig Ballantyne said: “We were delighted to support International Clinical Trials Day by way of acknowledging the pioneering work of the Royal Naval officer who conducted the first clinical trial to improve the health of sailors.

“Achieving better understanding and treatment of health conditions brings universal benefits.”

Students raise £500 for Jeremiah’s Journey City College Plymouth students have raised more than £500 at a charity quiz night in aid of the college’s nominated charity, Jeremiah’s Journey.

The students who organised the dinner and quiz are studying health and social care at the college. They raised over £440 from the sale of event tickets and a raffle, as well as a further £62 from collection tins and selling Jeremiah’s Journey merchandise.

Student, Francesca Ball, 19, said: “We’re delighted with the amount we raised at

our quiz night. Our team worked really hard to organise everything, so it is great that people were so generous and had a good evening. These kind of enterprising projects are encouraged at the college and I really enjoyed the process of managing and promoting the event. I’m really grateful to everyone who made the night a success and hope our contribution can help support the good work done by Jeremiah’s Journey.”

Students who organised the charity event (from left) Ellie Harding, Francesca Ball, Ellie Aquilina, Abi Clarke, Abi Statton and Chloe Blake

Jeremiah’s Journey works with children, young people and their families in and around the city to support them in times of bereavement.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

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Officers in the Wardroom of Trafalgar class submarine HMS Talent alongside at Devonport Naval Base in Plymouth (from left): Lt Cdr Dave Burrell, Lt Jack Herbert, Lt Paul Tustain and Lt Matthew Berridge From Lind’s trial of different treatments for 12 sailors with symptoms of Scurvy on board a Plymouth-based ship HMS Salisbury in the English Channel, he reported that ‘the most sudden and visible good effects were perceived from the use of oranges and lemons in the treatment.’

Two hundred and sixty eight years later, healthcare professionals across the NHS in Devon, Cornwall and Somerset celebrated International Clinical Trials Day with information stands and activities in hospitals and the communities they serve to raise awareness about the importance of health research and how people can participate.

The dedicated clinical research centre at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth is named after Lind in recognition of his pioneering work.

Clinical director of the Clinical Research Network South West Peninsula, Professor Anthony Woolf said: “Clinical trials are a vital element of providing high quality research evidence to inform decisions taken by health professionals, policy makers and patients about treatments.

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“The enduring element since Lind conducted the first clinical trial through to this present day is someone asking a question in the hope that better understanding can improve the quality of life for patients and offer hope for future generations. We also depend on the public and patients supporting clinical trials to improve the treatment options that we have.”

The NIHR has launched its 2015 ‘Ok to ask’ campaign which aims to encourage more patients and carers to ask about research opportunities they or their families may be able to get involved with.

In an NIHR CRN survey published earlier this year 95% of people said it was important to them that the NHS carries out clinical research but less than 21% said they felt confident about asking their doctor about research opportunities.

The campaign also serves to remind healthcare professionals including consultants, doctors, GPs, nurses and midwives to be research aware and active.

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Southway Playcare After School and Holiday Club Southway Community Centre, Southway PL6 6TB. After school club from 3pm £5 per hour; holiday sessions 8am to 6pm £18 per day; 10am to 6pm £12; 8am to 3pm £12; 10am to 3pm £8. Ofsted Reg No EY398796. Daily sessions throughout the summer holidays. For details contact Hayley or Wendy on 01752 703581.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year Until May 30 Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery Witness the Natural History Museum’s annual exhibition which celebrates the drama and splendour of the natural world, with striking, creative and thought-provoking wildlife photography. This year’s exhibition marks the 50th anniversary and blends new and historic award-winning images to tell the story of how photographing the natural world has changed. With challenging documentary, intimate portraits, animal behaviour and atmospheric landscapes, ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ showcases the power of images to magnificent effect, bringing the talent and vision of each photographer to all who visit.

Coffee Morning May 30 The monthly coffee morning at Emmanuel Church, Mannamead is in aid of the Christian retreat centre at Sheldon (near Chudleigh), a truly spiritual place. There will be the usual tea/coffee and cakes stall. Everyone is welcome.

Devonport Guildhall Food and Craft Market May 30 10am to 4pm. Free entry.

Summer Sunday Fayre May 31 Devonport Park. Live music on the bandstand from 11-5pm featuring among others Soundhouse Brass, the West Devon Folk choir and local singer/songwriter Jo Horsey and her dad Jeff The Horse Horsey with their iconic blend of blues and roots music from Bodmin Moor. Dog show amusements and a variety of stalls trading from 11am. Free event. Parking available courtesy of City College Paradise Rd. For more details go to www.friendsofdevonportpark.com or find us on Facebook, Twitter and Streetlife.

Your History, Your Heritage...Uncovered May 31 Devonport Guildhall 10am to 4pm. An interactive fun family event filled with living history, celebrating Plymouth’s rich heritage. Artefact displays, re-enactors and guest speakers will bring the past into the present - from the Roman period, medieval times, The Siege of Plymouth to the Blitz of World War 2. Also commemorating the 70th Anniversary of VE/ VJ Day. Admission to the main event is free. Donations are welcome. There is no need to book. Standard charges for Column Tours apply. For enquiries call 01752 822388 Summer Fayre Jun 6 Hooe and Turnchapel Community Centreat 2pm. Various stalls, draw, refreshments. Everyone Welcome Open Day Jun 6 Introduction to holistic therapies at the Barbican Therapy Centre, Stokes Lane, Barbican, Plymouth. Starts with coffee at 9.30am and ends with tea at 3.30pm. All welcome. Free entry: drop in for a while or stay for the day. Details 01752 266002.

Summer Fair & Fun Dog Show Jun 6 The Donkey Sanctuary, Ivybridge. 10am to 4pm. Games, stalls, funfair, barbecue, refreshments, lots of donkey activities and much more. Displays and demonstrations throughout the day. Free entry and parking.

Car Boot/Table Top Sale Jun 6 Kings Tamerton Community Centre, Newton Avenue. 10am to 4pm. Breakfast/brunch, teas, coffees available. To book a table ring Sheila on 01752 298178 Barn Dance June 6 Mainstone Community Centre is holding a Barn Dance on Saturday between 7.30 pm and 11.30 pm. Tickets are only £3 each from Carol on 708370, a bar and refreshments will be available all evening. If you’ve never been to a barn dance before come and give it a go, guaranteed to be a lot of fun.

Silver Jubilee Gala Concert Jun 13 Sir Joshua Reynolds Choir present ‘Thanks for the Memory’ at Harewood House at 7.30pm. Directed by Jenny George the concert includes an eclectic mix of favourites from

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Rhyme Times Central Library Monday from 11am; Thursday from 2pm Crownhill Library Tuesday: 2.15pm to 2.45pm Efford Library Tuesday: 10.30am to 11am Ernesettle Library Saturday: 11am to 11.30am Estover Library Tuesday: 3.30 to 4pm Laira Library Wednesday: 10.30am Peverell Library Monday from 2pm; Friday from 11am Plympton Library Thursday from 2pm;Saturday from 10.30am (Under 5s club) Plymstock Library Thursday from 2.15pm St Aubyn (Devonport) Library Saturday from 11am St Budeaux Library Thursday from 10am Southway Library Wednesday from 10am Stoke Library Wednesday from 10.30am to 11am (term time only) West Park Library Monday: 10am to 10.30am Story Times Central Library: every Wednesday from 11am (storytime and crafts) Crownhill Library: first Saturday of the month from 11am Plymstock Library: every Saturday from 10.30am (age 4+) Tothill Library: first Tuesday of the month 3.45pm to 4.15pm Mayflower Offshore Rowing Club Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5.30pm & Sunday mornings 9.30am. Free taster session followed by a learn to row course. Catering for all abilities and ages from 14 to 70+.

We row in the Tamar & Plym rivers, Plymouth Sound and out to sea. Contact secretary.morc@hotmail.co.uk in the first instance.

Community Clubs at William Sutton Memorial Hall, Shelley Way St Budeaux Gardening group Mondays 10.30am to 1pm open to all to come and enjoy some gardening on the grounds of the hall.

Free coached football sessions for young people aged 7 to 18 years old on Wednesdays 4.30pm to 6.30pm. Ready2Work Work Club open to all. Fridays: 1pm to 4pm Solaris Yoga Enjoy vital relaxation, strengthening and toning muscles.

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

Plymouth & District Koi Keepers Society First Wednesday of the month If you are interested in koi keeping, or thinking of building a pond and want to learn more, then why not come along to one of our meetings. We have guest speakers, presentations, visits to club member’s ponds before finishing the evening back at the clubhouse. At the weekends trips are arranged to visit other koi club’s ponds and koi shows and these are excellent days out. Meet at 7.30 pm in the lounge of the Tamar View Community Centre, Miers Close, Barne Barton, Plymouth. New members always welcome. For more details of club activities please visit www.plymouthanddistrictkoikeeperssociety.org or ring Sandra Crocker on 01752 210118.

Regular events at St Budeaux Baptist Church Tuesday 1pm to 3pm Senior Friendly Club 5pm to 6.15pm Noughts & Crosses primary age children’s club; Wednesday 7pm to 9pm craft group; Thursday 11am to 1pm lunch club once a month afterwards fellowship time; Fridays 9.30am to 11.30am Jelly Tots toddler and parent group.

Sundays 10.30am Service & Explorers for children monthly family service.

Port of Plymouth Canoe Association Mondays , Thursdays and Saturdays May until September. Offering various introductory, taster and child ( 8-11 ) sessions throughout the spring and summer. For more information please contact Tracy Jones 01752 510653 email intro@ppca-club.org.uk or visit www. ppca-canoe-club.org.uk Carers Hub

4th Tuesday of month Do you care for a family member or friend? Would you like somewhere to go for information, advice, to unwind with other carers? The Carers Hub has started an evening support group at Guild House, 156 Mannamead Road, Plymouth from 5pm-7pm. For info call Sarah Austin at Age UK on 256020.

Special Olympics Plymouth and District Saturday and Thursday swimming club: Saturdays are free

Musical treats at the Duke Plymouth’s Duke of Cornwall Hotel is hosting two musical treats in June and July.

The remarkable Birmingham Blues Brothers are first up on June 19. Their international success has seen them build an excellent reputation for a polished performance. The authentic stage show is a wonderful tribute to the film and promises a fun filled evening.

A tribute act not to be missed - that’s Mercury and May who will be next up at the Duke of Cornwall on July 17.

A dazzling variation on a theme from ‘The Great Pretender’, and every Queen fan’s dream can now become a reality as Freddie Mercury and Brian May are once again re-united live on stage in this unique two man show. This is a tribute evening

that is not to be missed.

Tickets for each event cost £15 per person including a fork buffet with a DJ to keep the party going. To purchase your tickets in advance please call 01752 275850. The events are open to all and will start at 7pm with the curtain going down at midnight.

Guests could make a night of it and stay in one of the grand hotel suites with exclusive room rates available for guests attending the in-house event, not to mention a full English breakfast cooked to order the next morning.

Birmingham Blues Brothers (above) and Mercury and May

A donation from the proceeds of this event will be made to local children’s charity Friends and Families of Special Children who provide support and services for families with disabled children.

times 12.15 pm to 1.15 pm at Plymouth Life Centre. Thursdays from 6.30pm to 8pm £4 at the Life Centre. Plymouth Pisces swimming club from 11.15am to 1.15pm at the Life Centre subs £2 each week £4 membership. Tamar View disco 7pm to 9.30pm once a month Monday evenings. Highbury Disco Tuesdays and Fridays subs £1.75 each week. St Budeaux disco £2 each week on Thursday evenings 6.30pm to 9.30pm at St Budeaux Community Centre. The Special Olympics Plymouth and District at YMCA Kitto centre on Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 8pm £15 membership £2 each week. Plymouth Boccia Mondays from 11am to 12 noon at the Life Centre £2 each week. Wednesdays from 10.30am to 11.45am at the Life Centre £2 each week.

Saturdays from 10am to 11am at the Jan Cutting centre £3 each week Age UK Plymouth Bridge Fridays Friday afternoons between 2pm and 4pm at Elspeth Sitters House, Hoegate Street, Plymouth. Do you play bridge and would like to join a friendly, social group. £2 per session which includes tea and biscuits. Details phone 776881.

Plympton Probus Club Second Monday of month Plympton Probus Club was formed in 1985, and enables retired and semi- retired men to meet a convivial group aged, 55 or over who meet on a regular basis. Would you consider joining us at the Plympton Library venue? We meet on the second Monday of each month at 10am, and provide opportunity to hear a variety of interesting speakers.

Additionally, social lunches with wives and guests are held at various venues throughout the year. Currently, vacancies exist for new members and anyone interested, should contact the secretary, Gerald Hendrick, on 01752 514942.

Movement to Music Class Fridays St Budeaux Community Centre 10.30am to 11.30am. If you want to get fitter or simply love to dance, come along and join our friendly class. Contact Jackie 01752 950306 Tots Time - St. Jude’s Mondays during term-time From 9.30 to 11.30 in the Upper Hall at St Jude’s Church on Beaumont Road, babies and toddlers are welcome with their carers at £1.50 per session. Tots Time provides toys, craft, snacks, drinks, singing, etc. For more details phone 078604573727 Whist Drive Tuesdays and Wendesdays Kings Tamerton Community Centre want adults of all ages to come and join us in a game of whist. Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons at 1.30pm start, also The first Sunday in every month at 2pm start. Entrance is £1.50,which includes tea, coffee,and biscuits. We are a friendly crowd and would like to see some new faces. City Bus No 16 stops right out side the community centre. Call Brenda on 206204 for more details.

Plymouth Children’s Theatre Workshop Saturdays A theatre company for children and young people aged 6 to18. Try your hand at performing, set design and construction, costumes and props, stage make up and much more.

Ford Baptist Church Saturdays 1 till 4. Tots 3 - 5 years 1 till 2. www.plymouthchildrenstheatreworkshop.co.uk or 07760467857 or see our Facebook page.

Plymouth Karate Academy Various dates Based in Faraday Mill Cattedown the club is managed by Sensei Stuart Hick (4thDan), Sensei Jon Eaton (3rdDan) and Senpai Luke Irving (2ndDan). With more than 45 years combined experience all of the instructors are CRB checked, and teach Shotokan karate. With many advantages to learning karate, instructors teach traditional skills and Self-Defence with genuine applications to modern day situations. Students often say that they feel self-confident; have increased discipline, improved fitness levels and co-ordination. But above all, they all agree its great value for money, fun and a fantastic way to meet new friends no matter what age you are. Tuesday /Thursday Kids only Karate class 6.15- 7pm; Tuesday/Thursday Adult Beginners - Intermediate - Advanced from 7pm onwards ; Saturday Morning class Kids Karate class 10am onwards. For more info: Stuart Hick 07970379268 or stuart.hick@plymouthkarateacademy.co.uk Movement to Music Class Thursdays Every Thursday morning 10.30am to 11.30am at St Budeaux Church, Community Hall. If you want to get fitter or simply love to dance, come along and join our friendly class.For details contact Jackie 01752 950306 Plymouth Community Choir Mondays Meet at Salvation Army Congress Hall, Armada Way,Plymouth from 7pm until 9pm and new members are always welcome.

Their first week (taster session) is free; just turn up on the night! Our terms are 10 weeks long, and we carry on until March 23, breaking for half term on February 16. We sing a variety of music, such as Gospel, contemporary, sacred, world folk, pop and funky bass lines! No previous experience is necessary, and you don’t need to be able to read music as we learn ‘by ear’ and repetition. Come and give us a try, you’ve got nothing to lose! Our choir leader is Sarah Pennington and she can be contacted on 01392 437792 or by email on plymouthcommunitychoir@gmail.com Pray Plymouth Every Wednesday morning Organised by Churches Together in Plymouth from 7am to 8am at Open Doors Language School, 14-15 ,Woodland Terrace Lane, Greenbank, Plymouth. Breakfast from 8am to 9am. Details 01752 249187.

Pensioners and 50 Plus Action Group Every second Friday We are a growing group of people (over the age of fifty) who meet every second Friday of the month. We usually have speakers, from local Members of Parliament, to companies like South West Water and local councillors etc.

Meetings are held in the Wolseley Trust Community Building in Wolseley Road, Plymouth (next door to Sylvia’s Café), behind the Co-operative and Lidl Superstores, just down from Milehouse traffic lights. We welcome anyone over the age of 50 to attend these meetings, and the social events, so come and meet us and see what we do. For further details please contact Mrs Margaret Williams on 01752 350498.

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Annual Summer Fair June 13 Emmanuel Church, Mannamead between noon and 3pm. A Chitty Chitty Bang Bang theme! BBQ lunch, dancing from the Plymouth Maids, cream teas, superb raffle prizes, story telling for children, bouncy castle, plus a mass of exciting stalls. Further details 01752 227 003.

Variety Performance Jun 14 The Real Friends Group will present a variety of music at the Devonport Park Bandstand in aid of Jeremiah’s Journey, the local charity that deals with children from bereaved families.

This delightful musical event in Devonport Park is free, and will feature music from Abba & Motown. Performers for the afternoon are Just Den, The Plymouth Youth Concert Band, the theatrical Multi Starz, Talitha and Lipstick & Lashes. The event is sponsored by the Park Pavilion Café and supported

by Skymind Studios. Music starts at 1pm prompt.

Sir Joshua Reynolds Choir Jun 19 The opening event of the the Plympton St Maurice Festival at Plympton St Maurice Church 7.30pm. ‘Thanks for the Memory’ directed by Jenny George. Tickets £4 in advance or £5 on the door. Call Vicky on 01752 346630 or Liz on 01752 345390.

Summer Fair Jun 20 The Scout Hut, Ernesettle off Rochford Crescent (next to Tamerton Lake & Budshead Woods), 11am to 3pm.

Sir Joshua Reynolds Choir Jun 20 St Bartholomew’s Church, Yealmpton 7.30pm ‘Thanks for the Memory’ directed by Jenny George. Tickets £7 to include refreshments. Call Graham on 01752 881638 Christian Storytelling Festival Jul 2 to 4 Buckfast Abbey. An exciting event for all ages of storytelling, theatre and puppetry. A wide range of storytellers and performers from across the country. Schools event: July 2 and 3, families event July 4. For programme and ticket details please visit www.buckfast.org.uk/education Taster Day Jul 18 Plymouth Natural Health & Healing Centre Therapy, Outland Road. For details of therapies available or to make an appointment call 01752 770048

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

For details ring Carroll on Plymouth 216387.

Tothill Sequence Dance Club Saturdays Up to date dances at Tothill Community Centre every Saturday from 7.30pm to 10pm. Leaders Peter and Dorothy Wheatley. Admission £3. Contact Bill 01752 667484, Sue 01752 651004 or Dorothy 01752 260193.

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Every Monday Compton Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Group for young people aged 14 to 23 years. Meet 7.30pm at Compton Methodist Church. Details 01752 706056.

Breathe Easy Plymouth First Tuesday of the month Breathe Easy Plymouth, a local support group for anyone with a lung condition, their carers or anyone interested in supporting the group, meets regularly at Tothill Community Centre at 1.30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month. Entry is free and there is tea and coffee with biscuits, then usually a speaker. All are welcome. For more details phone Anne on 01752 402310 or Christine on 01752 220919 Arrows Kids Club Thursdays Held at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall every Thursday in term time. 6.30pm-8pm for all children aged 7-11 years.

(Please note the Drake Circus Mall opposite the church is open till 8pm on Thursdays.) Games, Craft, tuck shop, Bible stories .. lots of fun. Only 50p per week.

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Discover the excitement and nostalgia of steam travel with a journey back in time on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway, Cornwall’s only full size railway still operated by steam locomotives.

Relax in style and enjoy a leisurely 13 mile return trip through beautiful countryside, taking in the sights, sounds and smells of a bygone age, as the era of a Cornish branch line in the 1950s reveals itself during the course of your journey.

Trains operate from Bodmin General, the line’s main station where free coach and car parking is available, to both Bodmin Parkway station – where connections can be made directly with main line railway services – and Boscarne Junction, which is situated directly adjacent to the Camel Trail recreational footpath and cycle way.

Passenger train services operate between mid-February and early January each year, and run daily from now until October 4.

There is a buffet at both Bodmin General and Bodmin Parkway stations, and most services have a buffet and

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

Centre, Hendwell Close, Southway. Tea or coffee. Contact Gloria Lane on 01752772686.

Lipson Lions Junior Hockey Club Training every Wednesday 6pm until 7pm at Lipson Community College. Currently need players of all age groups and ability particularly girls. Age groups 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9. First two visits are free. Go along and try it. Details from Samantha on 0790 555 2318.

Lunch Club Tuesdays and Fridays An invitation to lunch at Welcome Hall Centre, Fore Street, Devonport. 12.30pm Tuesdays, 1pm Fridays. Friendly company.

For details or to make a lunch appointment call 606317.

Pennycross Sequence Dance Club Meets at the Holy Family Church Hall, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth. Mondays 6.30pm beginners class with step by step instruction. 7.45pm sequence dance. Fridays at 7.30pm for sequence dance.

Baby & Toddler Group Every Friday Lipson Vale Primary School between 9.15am and 10.30am.

New families welcome. Please call Kate Timonthy or Elaine Bromhead on 01752 224801.

Plymouth Shakespeare Society Meets twice a month from September to May at the Burgess Hall (behind the Unitarian Church) Notte Street, Plymouth from 7.30 - 9.30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Further details call 257764.

Twins, Triplets or more Support group held on a Tuesday morning 10am-12pm at Surestart Children’s Centre, 25 Manor Street, Stonehouse, (Tel 208650) or a Friday morning 10am -12pm at Sir John Hunt School, Whitleigh. An informal group open to all mums and expectant mums. A great chance to meet other mums and dads in the same situation.

Colebrook, Newnham & Ridgeway Monday July 20 7pm Colebrook Community Centre, Peacock Meadow, Plympton Derriford West & Crownhill Monday June 22 6pm Windsor House Conference Room 2, Sendalls Way Eggbuckland Thursday June 11 7pm St Edward’s Church Hall, Church Hill Ernesettle Wednesday September 9 6.30pm St Edward’s Church Hall, Church Hill Ford Tuesday June 2 6pm Engage Church, St Levan’s Road Lipson & Laira Thursday May 21 6.40pm Lipson Community College, Bernice Terrace Manadon & Widey Tuesday June 16 6pm Crownhill Library Plympton St Maurice, Underwood & Yealmpton Saturday September 12 10am Plympton Library Turnchapel, Hooe, Oreston & Mt Batten Tuesday October 13 7pm Hooe Baptist Church, Hooe Road

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Mini Dance Machine Thursdays At Rees Youth Centre, Mudge Way, Plympton. Modern fun disco dance group for children. 4.15pm - 5pm for ages 4 to 6; 5pm - 6pm ages 6 to 10. £2 per session. Call Lisa 07896 105 479.

Waterfront Writers Fridays Meet every Friday during term time at The Swarthmore Education Centre, Mutley Plain 1pm to 3pm. Anyone who wishes to share or listen to poetry and prose is welcome. Visit www.waterfrontwriters.org.uk for details.

Friendly Luncheon Club Tuesdays & Fridays Tuesday 12.30pm & Fridays 1pm each week. For details and bookings call 01752 606317.

Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers Wednesdays Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers meet at the Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Judes, Plymouth Sequence Tea Dance 2pm to 4pm. Everyone welcome.

Portal Writers Tuesdays The Portal writers are a helpful group of writers who are dedicated to helping first time and have a go writer. Meet Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon at Southway Community

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

Boxing Classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Carl’s boxing stable has opened a new gym in Colebrook training for all ages to compete or just get fit. 7pm to 8pm.

Details from Carl on 07837 920150.

Trinity Art Group Thursdays We are a small group of experienced artists who enjoy meeting and sharing our talents. We meet every week (ring for dates) at Trinity URC, Tor Lane, Hartley from 7pm to 9pm. If you are a beginner and would like to explore the enjoyable pastime of painting in watercolour or acrylics we could offer some assistance. We also welcome all levels of proficiency as our aim is to enjoy our time painting with time to socialise over a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit, all for £2.50 each night. Contact Dave Crawford 01752 407047 for details.

Country Music Venue First Friday every other month At the Aggie ‘Opry’. Agaton Club, St Budeaux. Top country acts being booked. Details 01752 362240.

Plymouth Play Association For hire of resources for play, recycling scrapstore and arts and crafts. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday 10am-2pm, Thursday 10am-7pm. Details 01752 256633.

Karate Club Mondays For those aged 11 years and over at Trinity United Reform Church, Tor Lane, Hartley between 6pm and 7.15pm.

Details 07967 313285.

Monthly Soup lunch for all the community First Wednesday of the month Lovely homemade soup, cake, tea & coffee all for £3 at the St Budeaux Church Community Hall, The Green, off Crownhill Road, Higher St Budeaux. from 12.15 - 2 p.m. A warm welcome awaits all those who come. Have a go at the quiz if you want, browse the jigsaw library or just enjoy the company.

Coffee mornings Last Wednesday of the month Run by the Highbury Trust Community Support Service, Outland Road between 10.30am and 12.30pm. All members of the public welcome to attend. For details 01752 753711 Laira Youth Brass Band Thursdays The City’s premier youth brass band meets at Woodford Methodist Church (next to the school) on Thursdays from 7.15 to 8.45 pm. Open to all youngsters from age eight upwards. Contact Tony Hollick on 01752 216784 for details.

bar on board the train. There is also a gift shop at Bodmin General.

Don’t miss the Railway’s Heritage Transport Festival over the weekend of June 13 and 14. In addition to a regular timetable of steam trains over the line itself, the event will feature a display of classic road and rail transport from yesteryear and a glittering array of superb machinery in action at Bodmin General Station.

There will be traction engines (full size and miniature) in steam and vintage cars, commercial vehicles and motorcycles on display, together with some fairground side stalls and entertainment for the children. There will also be brake van rides with the Railway’s resident Beattie Well Tank number 3298 (3298 appears courtesy of the National Railway Museum) together with an opportunity to ‘cab’ both a steam and heritage diesel locomotive.

All-inclusive tickets will be available offering excellent value for money. All in all, a great day out for all the family!

For further details of the railway’s train services and special events or to make an advance booking visit the website at www.bodminrailway.co.uk or call 01208 73555.

Community Activities Various dates Evening events at Keyham Community Sports Hall, Drake Primary School, Saltash Road. Monday: Karate classes suitable for children/families and adults. 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday: Keep fit classes. Making exercise fun and easy to do. 6.15pm to 7.15pm; Wednesday: Yoga classes.

Beginners/intermediate - first tester session free. 7pm to 8.30pm. The Community Sports Hall has spaces available for hire, for further information contact Roy Burt Sports Development Coordinator at the school on 01752 567649.

Circle Dance 2nd, 3rd and 4th Mondays of the month. Yealmpton Circle Dance Group. The Regency Room, Kitley House Hotel, Yealmpton. 7.30pm-9.30pm. A variety of dance styles from gentle and expressive to lively and joyful. Traditional and contemporary world music.Good for mind, body and spirit. Clearly taught and easy to learn. No partner needed.

Friendly and fun. 01752 880196 for details.

Toddlers Group 9.30am every Tuesday at St Michael’s Church in Albert Road, Stoke and 9.15am every Wednesday at St Barnabas Church in St Barnabas Terrace. Term time. All welcome just turn up!

Plymouth Skywatch Meet at St Budeaux Parish Church Hall every third Friday of the month at 7.30pm. The meeting usually consists of highlights of the night sky for the following month followed by a talk on an astronomy-related subject. There is a break in between with tea and coffee available.

Plymouth Croquet Club Hartley Park Reservoir, Mannamead Road. New members welcome. Equipment and tuition available. For further information contact Plymouth 666801.

Keep Fit Classes Wednesdays Jackie Hamlin’s ladies keep fit class Wednesdays 10.15am - 11.15am or 6pm - 7pm at Hyde Park Social Club KFA registered, insured, low fees. Contact Jackie on 01752 672685. All proceeds to Alzheimer’s Society.

Plymouth Numismatic Society Third Tuesday each month 7:30pm Coin collection and study can be an absorbing and rewarding pastime. New members are welcomed to informal meetings to share interest and knowledge of coins, providing the opportunity to give talks and presentations on any aspect of numismatics. This can range from studies of coins in historical, cultural or artistic context, to acquisitions, valuations and investment. Or members can just listen, learn and enjoy the company. Contact Bryan on 01752 480394 for more details and current location of meetings.

Plymouth Radio Club

Second Tuesday of every month.

The Plymouth Radio Club meets second Tuesday of every month at the Weston Mill Oak Villa social Club, Situated in Ferndale Road, Weston Mill, Plymouth. Commencing 7.30 pm.

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

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Family fun day in Central Park Central Park hosts a Princesses, Knights & Dragons Music Food & Fun Day on June 21 between 10am and 4pm in the latest of the monthly events organised by Annette Laurie of Leap SW. Anyone wishing to arrive as a princess, dragon or knight is welcome at this free, family fun day in the park.

There will be activities for children with face painters, bouncy castles, pony rides and mum and dad can wander around the market stalls with gifts, crafts, arts and local produce.

When you feel peckish, choose from any of the delicious take away options available which vary hog roasts, local pasties, gourmet burgers, falafel and much more.

There will be bands, musicians, choirs, singers, dancers - all welcome to join in and showcase their talents at no charge.

Bring your chairs or rugs and enjoy this gorgeous, pet friendly park for a fantastic family day out. Entrance is free and there is plenty of free parking nearby.

For more information visit www.leapsw.com

Historian to recall Plymouth Blitz Plymouth Postcard Collectors Club will be marking the 75th anniversary of the first German bombs falling on Plymouth with a special presentation by Yelverton historian Laurence Axworthy at the Scout Centre, Manadon on June 10.

Laurence’s talk ‘The Bombing of Plymouth’, based on his own family’s experience, captures the atmosphere of the Blitz with maps, photographs, clips from British Movietone newsreels of the period, and a background of wartime sounds.

The bi-centenary anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo, on June 18 1815, will also be commemorated with a display of postcards and memorabilia relating to the Duke of Wellington’s historic victory.

The meeting, starting at 7pm with the talk at 8pm, is open to non-members: £2 entrance including refreshments.

The Scout Centre is also the venue for a Postcard Fair being promoted by Cornish dealer and Club member Richard Jones on Sunday June 28 - from 10am to 4pm.

Community café Learning support students from City College Plymouth are running a community café every Thursday in term time at Stoke Damerel Church on Paradise Road.

Serving tea, coffee and cakes baked and prepared by the students, the café follows on from a successful lunch club which students have previously run at the college.

The experience of running the café gives those students with special needs and learning difficulties the experience of a realistic work environment.

The students work in shifts, splitting their time between the college, preparing the food, and serving people in the café. Carrying out multiple roles helps them to develop key employability and work skills as well as boosting their confidence.

Claire Smart, tutor at the college said: “We think it’s important for our students to get out in the community and be visible.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to show what they can do and get hands-on work experience which will help them when they look for work in the future.”

Rhona Prichard, churchwarden at Stoke Damerel Church, said: “We’re delighted to welcome the College students into the church to run the community café.

We are keen to open up our space as a community hub within Stoke”.

The community café is open from 10.30am to 2pm and will continue to run every Thursday in term time.

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Time Out Second and fourth Wednesday A group for individuals who are lonely and isolated. Come for a chat and make new friends. Plymstock United Church, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, from 1.30pm 3.30pm. Refreshments £1. Contact Lin: 07818 254527.

Plymouth Electronic Organ and Keyboard Society Meets 3rd Monday of the month Parkway Sports and Social Club, Ernesettle Lane, Ernesettle, Plymouth at 7.30pm. Players and listeners more than welcome to join our friendly club for an evening of music.

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

The Plymouth Laryngectomy Club (PLC) The club aims to offer support and understanding to Laryngectomees, and their families and carers. We also extend this invitation to all Head & Neck Cancer sufferers. Please get in touch and come and join us. Club Members usually meet up at 10.30 a.m. on the first Monday of each month.

One month we meet at the Mustard Tree Cancer Support Centre at Derriford Hospital and the following month we take a trip somewhere – anywhere! Please contact Geoff READ on (01752) 563 800 or email him on geoffnread@gmail.com.

Buddhist meditation classes Weekday lunchtime meditations 12.15pm - 12.45pm, Wednesday evenings - Introduction to meditation class 7.30pm - 8.30pm, Thursday evenings - 7.30pm - 9.30pm Meditation - The Art Of Positive Thinking, Sunday mornings 11.30am - 12.30pm Find Inner Peace, Sunday mornings - Children’s classes - 10.30am - 11.15am. Held at Ashoka Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 33 Sutherland Road, Plymouth. Tel 01752 224137 www.meditationinplymouth.org Family Time First Saturday of the month All welcome at the free family cinema club from 10 am with tuck shop & coffee bar at St Budeaux Church Community Hall, The Green, off Crownhill Road, Higher St Budeaux.

The films, all suitable for 5 to 11year olds, finish at 12 midday and are followed by family time in the games hall & cafe until 2 p.m. For further information please contact Lyn on 01752 706728 Plym Ramblers First and third Sunday in the month A well established walking organisation offering regular walks by experienced leaders all within 20 miles of Plymouth.

The group meets every first and third Sunday in the month and also hold interesting social events. For details contact the secretary on 344048 or the chairman on 405132. Plym Ramblers have now published their walking book “On the beaten track 3” The 3rd book in a popular series of local walks.

Plymouth Inter Varsity Club We are looking for lively, interesting people who want variety in their social lives and would like to mix with others in a friendly, local social group run by its members, for its members. We enjoy a wide range of activities eg meals out, cycling, themed party nights, walking, canoeing, theatre, reading group and weekends away. Want to know more?

You can go to our website www.plymouthivc.org , look at what we do and complete an enquiry or contact us direct on 07542 125575.

Second-hand book stall Every second Saturday in the month 2pm-3.30 pm, at Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street.

In aid of The Motor Neurone Disease Association Celtic Music with a Twist Every First Thursday Kitty O’Hanlon’s, 9pm. Three Strand Minstrels play lively Celtic acoustic music at Kitty O’Hanlon’s.

Woodside Animal Welfare Trust Elfordleigh Your local sanctuary for most types of unwanted domestic pets. Good homes always needed - have a look at lovely animals, and what we do on www.woodsidesanctuary.org.uk.

We don’t destroy any animal unless it’s beyond veterinary help or dangerous and we have special units for elderly residents. Please don’t allow your pet to breed, ask us for friendly advice, or about our spay and neuter scheme for owners on benefit instead. Tel 01752 347503.

Clog dancing Thursdays A fun way to exercise! The Plymouth Maids clog dancers are a small, friendly group of women who welcome new members. From the beginning of October to the end of April we practice at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall, opposite the

Centenary concert to remember the sacrifice of Canadian troops A leading group of choristers from Canada will be taking part in a 100th anniversary tribute in Plymouth to the thousands of their countrymen who served in the First World War. The North Lakeside Chorus, with singers from Ontario, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia will join with Plymouth Phoenix Chorale in the concert at St Andrew’s Church on June 30.

The visit to Plymouth is part of a two week tour of the UK and Europe by the Canadian chorus.They will also be performing in Exeter, Honiton, London and locations in France and Belgium.

The concert, entitled ‘Till the Boys Come Home’ is the vision of producer Michael Korn from Toronto and is a tribute to the men of the First Contingent of the Canadian Expeditionary Force. It features choral music from contemporary composers to familiar songs from 1914 including Keep the Home Fires Burning, It’s a long, long way to Tipperary and Pack up your Troubles.

A Remembrance section will feature the playing of The Last Post and Piper’s Lament, as well as Song for the Unsung Hero.

The Plymouth Phoenix Chorale will perform Londonderry Air, Greensleeves and Home Sweet Home.

The audience will be invited to join in with a selection of well known tunes from the era.

A donation will be made to the Royal British Legion.

In October 1914, much to the surprise of local inhabitants, 33,000 Canadian soldiers in 33 naval ships sailed into Plymouth, a fleet that stretched over 18 miles from the entrance to the Sound as far as the Eddystone.

The fear of a German U-boat attack prompted their landing rather than at the intended destination of Southampton. For those with family, or next of kin in Plymouth, this would have been an unexpected homecoming.

Some of the names were: William James Grant, Harry Smith, and surnames Bunt, Haynes, Hussey, Small, Tozer, Underwood and White. This First Contingent, of whom 70 per cent were British emigrants, took nine days to disembark and board trains bound for Wiltshire and the further training that followed on Salisbury Plain.

By February 1915 the troops were considered battle ready and sailed for France. In April, Canadian forces were subjected to the first use of gas in the Ypres salient, and although their losses were staggering, they managed to hold the line. In Flander’s Fields, the Life Centre, on Thursdays 8 - 9.45pm. During the summer we dance out on Thursday evenings at various pubs and other venues in and around Plymouth. We also dance at occasional folk festivals and days of dance. No previous dance experience is needed, just a sense of rhythm. Come along and give it a try. For details contact Shirley on 01752 407676.

Weekly Bingo Thursdays Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Jude’s 7pm.

Entrance £1. Tea and biscuits 20p. Draw tickets on sale.

Pennycross Friendship Group Thursdays The group meet every Thursday at 2pm in the Pennycross Methodist Church, Pridham Lane off Beauchamp Road, Peverell. Interesting speakers and outings. New members always welcome. For details 01752 362099.

The Boys Brigade Various dates For more information visit www.plymouth.boys-brigade. org.uk. 1st Plymouth - Salisbury Road Baptist Church (Fridays); 2nd Plymouth - Ridgeway Methodist Church (Mondays); 4th Plymouth - St Jude’s Church Halls (Wednesdays); 5th Plymouth - Mount Gould Methodist Church (Fridays); 7th Plymouth - Pennycross Methodist Church (Fridays); 8th Plymouth - Ford Baptist Church (Wednesdays). New members welcome. Age groups: Anchor Boys (5 to 7); Juniors (8-11) and Company Section (12-18). The Boys Brigade can help your church in its mission to children and young people. Contact the development team at plymouth.battalion@tiscali.co.uk or call 01579 346218.

5th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association We meet at Mount Gould Methodist Church, term time,

A press cutting from 1914 reporting on the arrival of Canadian soliders in Plymouth

immortalised poem of Canadian Lt Col John McCrae was written a few days later on May 2 1915.

A newspaper cutting wrote about the twelve hundred officers and men from the Edmonton section who with their band marched through the streets of Devonport, lined with crowds of onlookers, to the Hoe, where their Chaplain Captain Rev Mr Bruce conducted the regular military service under the shadow of the Armada Monument.

Seated on the grass the troops, surrounded by a great throng of Plymouth people joined in heartily in the singing of hymns.

Marcus Alleyne, musical director of Plymouth Phoenix Chorale said: “I am delighted that the North Lakeshore Chorus has invited us to collaborate with them in this concert as part of their 2015 European Tour, on such a prestigious occasion in our city’s proud history.”

With one performance only, this is not a concert to be missed! Tickets are £10 (concessions £8) available in advance at www.WeGotTickets.com or at St. Andrew’s Minster on the night of the concert. For further information please visit www.plymouthphoenixchorale. com or telephone 07971 169335 and are looking to recruit both boys and girls aged 5-8yrs (6pm-7pm), 8-11yrs (6.30-8pm) and 11-18yrs (6.30-9pm).

Our programme is very varied and includes craftwork, cookery, games, computer work, interactive challenges, sports competitions, sponsored fundraising and much more plus the year ending event - summer camp(8yrs+). Many of the skills learnt here can help prepare them for adult life.

Interested - then come along to the church on Friday or contact Hugh Porter, 01752 667513, or email porterbb@ blueyonder.co.uk for further information 7th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls’ Association Fridays We meet at Pennycross Methodist Church in term time, Anchors (5-8 years) between 6.15pm and 7.15pm; Juniors (8-11 years) from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and Seniors (12-18 years) between 7pm and 9.45pm. There is a full programme of activities including crafts, games, drama, music, cookery, interactive challenges, national sport competitions and much more. The year culminates in a week-long summer camp. Our programme enables youngsters to learn many various skills and prepares them for adult life. Simply go along on Fridays to find out more or visit http//:7plymouth. boys-brigade.org.uk Mini Matts Parents & Toddler Group Mondays St Matthias Church Hall on the corner of Clifton Street & Bedford Park. 1.30pm to 3pm £1 per family per session. (during term time).

Plymouth Healing Rooms Mondays Christian based prayer for healing, open to everyone. Every Monday from 7.30pm – 9pm. The Chiropractic Centre, 152 Mannamead Road, Plymouth. Details 07941 670794.

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Makeover for play park thanks to hotel bosses

A popular Plymouth play park has been given a muchneeded facelift thanks to the bosses of the Duke of Cornwall Hotel.

“I used to take my two sons there most evenings when my wife Sylvia was working and now I enjoy taking my four grandchildren there - they love the park just as much.”

The concrete train and ship at West Hoe play park have been enjoyed by tens of thousands of children for more than 50 years - but had recently fallen into disrepair.

Walter and fellow director Jon Morcom decided they would step in and refurbish the much-loved play equipment - and they have undertaken to do the same every year if needed.

Duke of Cornwall managing director Walter Combstock said: “We heard that the City Council faced a bill of £1600 to repair the train and ship - and we decided to step in.

The Duke of Cornwall’s maintenance team of Bill Dyer and Al Hutchings carried out the work, giving the train and ship a brilliant overhaul.

“West Hoe park has played a big part in my life,” said Walter, who has worked at the Duke of Cornwall Hotel for more than 50 years.

Walter said: “The Duke of Cornwall Hotel has been at the heart of the city’s community for more than 150 years and we are always

keen to support community activities and organisations.

“West Hoe park is such a valuable asset for the local community - including our own staff and their families. It gives me a real buzz to drive past the park and see the train and ship looking so good.”

Cabinet Member for the Environment Councillor Brian Vincent said: “This is a lovely gesture and we are delighted that the Duke of Cornwall was able to help us out in this way.

“It has been a while since the play features were painted and they were definitely looking rather tired. We look forward to seeing lots of children enjoy playing on them, in them and letting their imagination run wild.”

Plenty of half term fun with naturei Fun activities in Plymouth’s outside space will be available for children during May half term from May 25 to 31.

Organised by Stepping Stones Plymouth the events include nature activities on May 26 at Woodland Wood Nature Reserve from 11am to 2pm. Meet at the Ringmore Way entrance, West Park.

May 29 at Efford Marsh Nature Reserve between 11am and 2pm. Meet at the entrance off Deer Park Drive Military Road end).

May 29 at Southway Valley Nature Reserve Community Orchard between 11am and 2pm. Meet at the entrance off Pendeen Crescent.

Contact jemma.sharman@plymouth.gov.uk, or call 01752 307760 for more information.

Nature conservation events are as follows: May 27 from 2pm to 4.30pm at the Family Tree Field in Central Park. Maintenance afternoon for families to

water and clear grass from young trees. Contact office@ plymouthtrees.org May 27 The Hoe - Explore Plymouth’s seagrasses using an underwater robot! For more details contact mark. parry@national-aquarium.co.uk or visit www.csiseagrass.co.uk May 28 4.15am (for dawnchorus) and drop-in throughout day Ham Woods, John Randall Memorial Day events.

Nature walks, willow weaving May 30 10am to 4pm Burrator Discovery Centre. Learn how to make charcoal. Call 01822 855700 or email heritage@swlakestrust.org.uk to book Festivals and exhibitions: May 26 to May 31 Freedom Community Festival in Mutley, Lipson, Greenbank. Arts and crafts, music, children’s and young people’s activities. www.freedomcommunityfestival.org.uk

Top: Walter Combstock (right) and Jon Morcom of the Duke of Cornwall Hotel pictured with Coun Brian Vincent (centre) on the completion of the refurbishment. Above: Ship shape Left: Sorry state - the train before the work was carried out. Above left: Bill painter Bill Dyer gets on with the task

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Mobile PC Doctor on the case In this day and age of online call centres, where you rarely get to speak to the same person twice, it is really nice to know that personal service is still being delivered.

Paul Haynes has been providing a repair service for domestic and small business customers who use Windows based computers since 2004.

He retrained in the late 1990’s sparked by his interest in computers and studied for five years in total. However, whilst many of his classmates went on to other jobs, Paul saw a niche in the market for a good quality computer repair service for local consumers, and started his own business Mobile PC Doctor in 2004 with the support of his wife and children.

Although his smart logo, and the signage on his vehicles give the impression of a top national business, Paul is in fact a sole trader, preferring to answer his customers needs personally to ensure he can guarantee good service with satisfied customers. His commitment to remaining small runs parallel with his desire to look after the needs of ordinary customers - no job is too small, and he endeavours to respond as quickly as possible, as he serves Plymouth and surrounding areas.

On the independent business review site, www.freeindex.co.uk where businesses reviewed have no control over what is said, because of the high ratings of positive reviews he has received, Paul is 17th out of 6414 (correct at time of print) in the country who are also competing for reviews.

Paul believes this is down to the fact that he is fair, honest and reliable.

“Most jobs are completed fast on site without the need to take the computer away” explained Paul, “and as I am able to repair on site saving the customer time, hassle and money they get oneto-one support as well. I demonstrate the problems found and explain in plain English what is needed and how to improve their computer’s performance. I also clean and service every computer I work on when needed, so the computer ends up running better, faster and more reliable in addition to the original fault I was called out to fix”.

understand that a car needs an annual service, but it is the same with computers which is often hampered by updates and changes, sluggish software, malware and adware. (That’s what is responsible for all those unwanted adverts that keep popping up!). It’s important to clean the system to keep it running at its optimum speed and avoid those pesky crashes and computer lag that always come at the most inconvenient times. Often subscription security software is to blame for a lot of sluggish computer behaviour, of which Paul offers free security software which he uses personally which has proven to yield better results.

“So although I am generally called out in a crises, most times I not only fix the problem, but also service the computer, which makes for very happy customers and it extends the life of most computers.

We live in a very disposable world now but too often a service has extended the computers life where otherwise the customer would have bought a new computer instead.”

Paul can book his customers for annual services if they wish, which starts from just £40 with no hidden charges, it’s definitely less expensive than costly insurance, less hassle and quicker than taking to a shop, more reliable than remote support and more personal than dealing with big companies who often use call centres. For jobs Paul doesn’t do he’s happy to recommend other local businesses where he can.

The other huge benefit is that Paul offers independent computer buyers advise to steer people away from buying a sluggish computer or laptop they may live to regret. Paul also sells a range of new custom made desktop computers running Windows 7 for those who don’t like Windows 8 yet. Paul can also supply new Windows 7 laptops which is a rare find these days. Paul will also setup any computer whether bought from him or not, all of which are tweaked for best

Paul added: “Most people would

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performance and made secure, even new ones out of the box. Whilst Macs have become popular, Windows based PC’s still hold their own against the Mac for versatility, serviceability and price.

Many of Paul’s customers need the benefits of a friendly face demonstrating to them how to get the best of their technology. Often their computer is a great source of communicating with the outside world, whether that’s Skype calls to relatives far away, catching up with old friends on face book or email, or being able to buy what you need without having to leave home – for many people a computer or laptop is a real lifeline, which is why when it suddenly and inexplicably refuses to work, can be a real headache.

Paul really enjoys his conversations with

his customers and has a gift of being able to explain in layman’s language what needs to be done, where the fault is likely to be or what computer to buy or avoid in the future – all of which helps customers grow in their own confidence to use all that modern technology has to offer.

So if you, or someone in your care, needs a helping hand to work through any computer related headache, there is a local solution in the form of a real person that is so much less frustrating than talking to a computer! As one of his reviewers says, “You cannot beat that face to face contact.”

Paul can be contacted on 01752 211282 or emailsales@mpcd.biz, or click on his website www.mobilepcdoctor.biz where you can view all his reviews including those on FreeIndex.

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Anna: ‘I’m really proud of what we’ve achieved’ With over 25 years’ social care experience, Anna was looking for a more flexible way to make a living. Now she lives and works at home in Plymouth as a carer for Janet with Shared Lives South West.

Janet’s learning disability and mental health problems mean she needs somewhere safe to live with some care and support built in: her life has been complicated and unsettled and she needs consistency and stability.

Anna said: “Because I’m around all the time I can give Janet the support she needs when she needs it. We do things together: if the weather’s nice we’ll go out and enjoy it – but there’s no fixed schedule, we choose what we want to do and when we want to do it.”

Janet has lived with Anna for more than two years. Since moving in, she’s settled, has a sense of belonging and is more able to speak up about things which are important to her. More recently, Sarah has moved in too – a very welcome addition to the household.

Although it’s not always easy, Anna said: I”m really proud of what we’ve achieved. I can be creative and flexible, making use of all of my skills. I feel really privileged to be able to do this as a job: in a family environment I can give of myself: there are no limits.”

Anna’s not on her own though: the Shared Lives team are there to help everything run smoothly, and Laura from Shared Lives has worked with Anna since she applied to the scheme.

“The fact that Laura knows me so well makes a big difference. She’s a listening ear and a safety net – she knows the system inside out. Because I’m dyslexic I find paperwork horrific! But all the staff are approachable and easy to talk to, they’ve given me lots of help.”

Anna would recommend Shared Lives because “You get lots of choice – you can offer short-term or long-term arrangements and you have control over who comes in.

“It is a two-way process though, so you need to be to be open-minded and able to adapt. It’s a lifestyle, not a job.

It’s hard work but it’s really fun.”

For more information about Shared Lives South West Call 01626 360170 or visit www.sharedlivessw.org.uk

Hands2gether provide creative approach to care Hands2gether is a not-forprofit company run by Dave and Carol John that has successfully provided support services for many years.

Dave has over 20 years’ experience of working in the social care field specialising in learning, physical and sensory disabilities. It is with knowledge, experience and seeing first-hand the benefits that comes from creativity that led Dave and Carol to create Hands2gether.

Pottery, art and mixed media activities are used in our morning sessions to focus on the individual’s work and team building skills.

Afternoon sessions are flexible, open to customers’ choice of activities. This gives the individuals the skills to make decisions, choices and the opportunity to be creative, overall giving ownership and a real sense of achievement, whilst increasing self-respect and confidence.

Hands2gether is proud of the high level it attains, promoting an awareness of the high

Hands2gether also offer limited places for those within the autistic spectrum. Services for those with Alzheimer’s/Dementia are limited but have proved very successful.

Therapeutic creative sessions have had a positive outcome in the well-being of the individual.

Two sessions are held daily Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 4.30pm and are charged from £24 per session (depending on the level of support). Lunch times are spent interacting and generally socialising.

Hands2gether accept applications from those

who wish to pay privately although funding may be available via a personalised budget or direct payments. To find out if you are eligible contact the local authority.

For Plymouth call 01752 668000 and ask to speak to the Adult Social Care team.

Hands2gether also offers facilities that are open to everyone details of which can be found on their Facebook page. These include paint your own pottery, children’s holiday activities, craft workshops, party bookings and evening pottery workshops.

For further information or to book a visit call 01752 658784 or email: hands2gether@talktalk. net

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Dave said: “We care very much for the individual, so aim to offer a first class service that is small and personal. Hands2gether delivers a high quality bespoke day support service for those with learning disabilities.

Services are delivered by dedicated staff and volunteers in a safe and friendly environment.”

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Chorale’s Picnic Proms concert

Plymouth Phoenix Chorale is joining forces with the Kelliwik Orchestra for a Picnic Proms concert at Plymouth Guildhall on June 20.

The Proms event ‘Land meets Sea’ will feature classic Last Night of the Proms favourites and the audience are being encouraged to take their own picnic and drinks and join in the flag waving and singing of Rule Britannia.

The summer concert, which starts at 7.30pm, will also feature a new arrangement of the famous ‘Fantasia on British Sea Songs’ by Henry Wood.

Written in 1905 to mark the centenary of the Battle of Trafalgar, the completed work is made up of nine parts which follow the course of the battle from the point of view of a British sailor, starting with the call to Arms, progressing through to the death of a comrade, thoughts of home, and ending with a victorious return and the assertion that Britain will continue to ‘rule the waves.’

The Phoenix Chorale is performing this newly released choral version by Peter Lawson which starts with a series of six naval bugle calls and their responses.

The programme will also feature music on a theme from an English Country Garden, conjuring up images of long summer days amid tranquil gardens of fragrant roses, and butterflies and bees. The Bluebird by Charles Villiers Stanford, Greensleeves by Vaughan Williams, We’ll Gather Lilacs by Ivor Novello, The Silver Swan by Orlando Gibbons, As Torrents in Summer by Elgar, as well as music by Bob Chilcott, John Rutter, Camille SaintSaens and Mack Wilberg.

Tickets available online from www.WeGotTickets.com or by phoning 07971 169335. www.plymouthphoenixchorale. simplesite.com for further information. Adults £10 (concessions £8) schoolgroups 20 tickets for £50 (in advance).

Wildlife Walk at Ford Park Cemetery

Events at Ford Park Cemetery in June include a Summer Wildlife Walk on Saturday June 6, led by chairman John Boon.

It’s sew far, sew good for Tina’s tailoring business at its new Stoke location Sewing is a success for local seamstress Tina Saunders as she opens her new shop, Tina’s Tailoring and Bridal Wear in Stoke Village, writes Naomi Girdler.

With over 19 years’ experience in a top bridal boutique in Plymouth, Tina and her fellow seamstress Karen Griffiths offer a range of services from dressmaking to tailoring, from bridal alterations to medal mounting.

Mother of two, Tina explained: “We’re a bridal, groom and tailoring shop, but we also do prom dresses, jewellery, suit hire and sell ex-display reduced price designer dresses. What makes us unique is that we offer free alterations, which isn’t something you see often these days.

“We’ve got a great line of wedding dresses in stock by Phoenix Gowns with more to come as well as payment plan options for those planning ahead for the big day.”

Tina’s love of sewing began during a stint of unemployment where she picked up some patterns to pass the time. It soon became clear that it was more than just a past-time.

“When I was at school, I wanted to be a secretary, but could never quite get the hand of touch typing, so finding myself unemployed, I took up a hobby. I got myself some patterns and began taking photos of them and sharing them with friends.

“One of them told me I should send the photos to a bridal shop, me not thinking I was going to get much of response. To my surprise, I ended up working there, and after one year of training and working on bridesmaid’s dresses, I finally ended up making alterations. After that I began working from home and had customers lining up at the door! It was time to get myself a shop. After three

years in Keyham, I moved into the village on May 11.”

With two dressing rooms, a bright and funky decor and dresses and suits of all shapes, sizes and colours lining the walls all the way to the back of the room, it’s safe to say a lot of work has been put into getting the premises ready for opening.

‘It took a good six months of planning to get the shop to where it is today. We had some complications at the beginning, but pushed through and with a one months deadline to get everything together to open, it was a busy time! It’s such a big space so I’m really pleased with the result. The village has a very up and coming feel too. I’m so surprised by how much traffic there is outside the shop, it’s great.’

Found at 69 Devonport Road, Tina’s Tailoring and Bridal Wear also works alongside local businesses Seaspray, Flower Fayre and the Stoke Bar & Grill to offer a whole package wedding experience, complete with party venue.

Call 01752 941353 or pop in to see Tina and Karen.

The shop is open 9.30 - 5 Monday - Saturdays and closed on Tuesdays.

Tina’s Tailoring and Bridal Wear, 69 Devonport Road, Stoke Village 01752 941353, www.tinastailoringandbridal.co.uk

He will lead visitors around the cemetery taking in the world of flora and fauna found in the inner city oasis.

Tickets are available in advance from the Cemetery office (weekdays only 10pm- 3pm) or by calling Plymouth 665442.

Meanwhile Ford Park Cemetery’s present exhibition The History of Plymouth continues until Sunday July 19. Entry to the exhibition is free of charge (donations welcome),and is open for public viewing on Tuesday/ Thursday 10.30am to 3.30pm and Saturday/Sunday 12.30pm to 3.30pm (4.30pm if there is a guided walk).

Refreshments are available from the Visitor Centre cafe during these times.

All aboard for Bovisand Beach lovers will once again be able to take a bus straight to Bovisand this summer.

The service 54 ‘beach bus’ which is financially supported by the City Council, will be operated by Target Travel and runs until September 13. It will run at the weekend during school term time and every day during the half term and summer holidays.

The service will depart from the A9 stop on Royal Parade every hour from 10am until 6pm (except at 2pm) and return from Bovisand hourly from 10.30am until 6.30pm (except at 1.30pm).

Councillor Mark Coker, Cabinet Member for Transport, said: “The Bovisand bus has been really popular and offers families a low-hassle way to enjoy a great day out over the summer, whether they head for the beach or take a walk along the beautiful South West Coast Path.”

For more information on the service 54 call Target Travel on 01752 242000 or visit www.targettravel.co.uk.

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Two of Plymouth’s leading independent property specialists are joining forces to create one of the city’s biggest and most experienced property businesses.

The walk is free of charge, although donations are welcome. Meet outside the Visitor Centre by 10am and come suitably dressed for the weather, wearing sensible footwear.

This is followed by a Tea Dance at Mutley Baptist Church on Thursday June 25 starting at 2pm. This is a new venture for Ford Park Cemetery with tickets costing £5 including refreshments. Music will be provided by the well known entertainer Len Jackman.

Tina Saunders (seated) with fellow seamstress Karen Griffiths

Lang & Co Estate Agents and Town & Country Lettings & Estate Agents were relaunched as Lang Town & Country on May 26. The newly-merged business will have an experienced team of directors and staff with offices in Mannamead, North Hill and Plymstock.

It’s Wig Wednesday!

A group of young volunteers going by the name of A Driven Force are raising funds to support CLIC Sargent to help make a difference to children and young people with cancer.

The group have already raised £4,000 and their most recent fund-raiser involved encouraging everyone to wear a wig on May 20 to support CLIC Sargent and help make a difference to children and young people with cancer.

CLIC Sargent is the UK’s leading cancer charity for children and young people, and their families. They provide clinical, practical and emotional support to help them cope with cancer and get the most out of life.

Last year over 100,000 people across the country took part in Wig Wednesday. Wig mania spread across the country, on national television and newspapers and thanks to the #wigselfie craze, social media was taken over with people wearing wigs! The event managed to raise over an incredible £280,000 for children and young people with cancer.

Elisha Searl and Pete Jerett who are two volunteer representatives for CLIC Sargent also volunteer for A Driven Force, a project set up by a group of young adults

Both companies and many of the team involved have been immersed in the Plymouth property market for many years and the board of the new business has well over 150 years’ experience. who have taken on the challenge to improve the service for teenage and young adult cancer patients on behalf of Derriford Hospital.

The hospital already benefits from brilliant services and support. However the thing that is lacking is a dedicated space, facilities and resources aimed at the specific need for young people. Young people long for a space where they can feel normal where they can relax, either alone or with family and friends; get access information on events and share their thoughts and feelings. Driven Force is making this happen by raising money from supporters and events, so far they have raised £4,000.

Elisha said: “CLIC Sargent have supported me and my family exceptionally since my cancer diagnosis and I now feel that it is my turn to give back. I have been volunteering a lot with the charity and have been appointed the role of volunteer representative for CLIC Sargent. My work with CLIC Sargent involves having to attend events, prepare presentations and perform public talks about the charity, their work and my personal experience.

“I am a huge supporter of CLIC Sargent’s events and Wig Wednesday is my favourite. It was an event for everyone to get involved with, help raise money and have lots of fun.”

Richard Rabin, who started Town & Country Lettings with Chris Forrest in 1997 said: “We are two like-minded property companies with a great history between us providing expert advice in both estate agency and lettings.

“With the joining of our two companies we can offer our clients even more choice and appeal to a new and larger market while still maintaining our personal service which has created the companies that we are today.”

James Clarke, who will be managing director of Lang Town & Country Estate agents – as Tracy Brady is for Lettings – said: “This merger is not about consolidation but about expansion and progress. The combined businesses share the same reputation for professionalism and customer service and we believe this will set Lang Town & Country apart from many other estate agency and letting businesses in Plymouth.

“Town & Country have established a strong presence in the waterfront area and the north of the city while Lang & Co has traditionally been well represented in central areas such as Peverell, Hartley, Mannamead and Stoke and latterly in Plymstock and the South Hams.

For more information please contact Lang Town & Country Mannamead office 01752 256000, North Hill Office 01752 201010 and Plymstock Office 01752 456000, Email www.langtownandcountry.com

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Korean Prayer Mission in Plymouth An open prayer meeting for Christians from all denominations is taking place

at Ford Baptist Church

June 25th 1 pm:

Prayer meeting for church and ministry leaders

June 26th 6:30 pm:

Prayer for the city. Open to everyone

June 27th 1 pm:

Prayer for the city. Open to everyone

• UK’s largest play frame • Huge inflatable challenge • Toddler Zone • Sensory room • Climbing walls • Ball Pools • Slides & Soft Play • Sports pitch • Cafe First Prize

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June 28th 10:45 am and 6:30 pm: Prayer Team will take part in the church services at Ford Baptist Church

The meetings are part of the week-long UK visit of a 600-strong South Korean prayer mission team who are basing one of their teams in Plymouth as a follow up of last year’s visit in June.

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REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS Thursday at The Walrus, Athenaeum Street, Plymouth from `• continued from page 8 Plymouth Cycling Touring Club Meet Sundays for a leisure cycle ride. For our latest rides list and meet time/place see www.plymouthctc.co.uk or contact Graham Black 01752 606650 or Andy Prideaux 01752 345170 for more information.

Drake Probus Club Third Tuesday each month Are you a retired professional or businessman? If so we have a number of vacancies for membership. We invite you to come along to a meeting of the club at the Royal British Legion Club Tailyour Road, Crownhill. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 9.30am for 10am.Our programme includes guest speakers at each of our monthly meetings. Other club activities, where wives and partners are very welcome, happen regularly, include monthly pub lunches and outings to places of interest during the summer months. Just come along. For further details please contact Jim Gettings on 661450 or Richard Hill on 318704.

Plymouth West Country Embroiderers Various dates Started in 1972. A friendly group of enthusiastic needleworkers who enjoy sharing their knowledge and expertise with others. Trainees (age 8-15) meet first Saturday each month from 11am to 3pm. Adults meet on second Thursday and fourth Saturday each month from 10.30am. We welcome experts and beginners of all ages.

Contact Mary 01752 200047 for details.

Plymouth Philatelic Society First Wednesday of every month St. Edwards Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell from 7pm to 9pm. For details contact Derek on 01752 360551 or David on 01752 402981.

Mums and Babies Tuesdays Mums and Babies is a support group for mums with babies from birth to eight months old. Come and meet other new mums and enjoy being spoilt by our sympathetic leaders with tea, coffee, biscuits and a listening ear. £2 a session.

We meet at Hope Baptist Church Hall, Peverell Corner, Plymouth at 10 am till 11.30 am. For more information ring the church office on 01752 708090.

Plympton Natural Healing Centre Fridays Healing and Meditation service at Harewood House Plympton. Every Friday evening 7pm to 9pm. None-invasive process promoting balance and equilibrium.No appointment necessary. Donations gratefully received. For details call 01752 338891 Plymouth Proprietary Library Writers Group First Saturday of the month Located in the oldest library in Plymouth the group covers a wide range of genres in fiction, non-fiction and poetry. Encouragement is given in creative writing at all levels in the ambience of the oldest historic institution in the city (Est 1810). Full benefit of literary events and facilities is given to library members. Group meets 10am to 12 noon.

For details call 01752 660515.

Sequenced Dance Saturdays St Gabriels Church Hall, Hyde Park 7.30pm to 10pm Modern Sequence Dancing Tuesdays and Wednesdays Sequence dancing for all. Further details 01752 493311.

Plymouth Marjon Hockey Club Hockey for all ages and abilities from age 5 through to 60+ with weekly coaching and regular matches based at the University of St Mark & St John. Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-6pm age 7-11 boys and girls. Girls age 10+ and senior ladies Tuesday evening. Men’s Club training Wednesday 7.15-9pm. Boys age 10+ and senior men Thursday evening.

Sunday mornings boys and girls aged 5 to 14 years. For more information visit www.pmhc.co.uk The Plymouth and District Advanced Motorists Group Monthly meetings on the third Monday of each month at the United Reformed Church Hall, Powisland Drive, Derriford.

The meeting begins at 7.30p.m. with doors opening at seven. Guest speaker each month. Details 01752 405926 The Rainbow Experience First Tuesday of each month Social/Support group for older lesbian,gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people (50ish and over) living in and around Plymouth. Meet at Plymouth Arts Centre, Looe Street, Plymouth, (near Bretonside bus station) at 2.30 pm on the first Tuesday of the month. It provides a safe, non judgemental and encouraging atmosphere for LGBT people to meet and share experiences. For more information contact David on 07722 019423.

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Tinie and Jess to crash Plymouth Multi-award winner Tinie Tempah and pop heavyweight Jess Glynne will be appearing on the first night of MTV Crashes Plymouth.

Plymouth Hockey Club Sundays Plymouth Hockey Club is the oldest junior club in the city and has recently achieved the highest award for organisation and safeguarding. The club is operated by parents for all children and young people. The club trains every Sunday between 10am - 12 noon at Manadon Astro, off St Peter’s Road. The club cater for young people from 4-16 years and no previous experience is required. The first 6 weeks are free to new members and everyone who trains gets to play. For more information, please see the website at www.plymouthhockeyclub.org.uk or contact Rob on 07861 250682.

Since the release of his second album, Demonstration, he has had two top 10 singles in the UK charts and he recently became an ambassador for MTV’s Staying Alive Foundation, joining their global fight against HIV. He’ll be joined at the event of the summer by Jess Glynne, who had number ones with Clean Bandit’s ‘Rather Be’ and Route 94’s ‘My Love’, as well as her own ‘Hold My Hand’, which held the top spot for three weeks.

Her debut solo single, Right Here, reached the top 10 and her first album is expected later this year.

The second night will feature a top DJ line-up as part of the new, all-powerful Club MTV show, to round off this year’s Crashes with a roof-raising finale.

Tinie Tempah said: “MTV Crashes Plymouth is going to be awesome. It’s so beautiful down there. I can’t wait to get out there and perform by the sea this summertime.

It’s going to be a wicked show!”

collaboration with Plymouth City Council.

Deputy Council Leader Peter Smith said: “We can’t wait to welcome Tinie Tempah and Jess Glynne to Plymouth for the first night of Crashes. They are massively popular artists and are bound to be a big hit with the crowd. The event is still more than two months away but you can already feel the excitement building and there are more top names to come.”

MTV Crashes Plymouth will be broadcast on MTV’s flagship UK music TV channels, showcasing Britain’s Ocean City in over 35 countries with some electric live performances.

Jess Glynne said: “I’m so happy to be announced for MTV Crashes Plymouth with Tinie Tempah! This is a really exciting year for me with my album coming out later MTV will be announcing more names for both shows in the year and the summer is going to be mental. MTV soon – stay up-to-date on the Visit Plymouth website, Plymouth, let’s do it!” follow @MTVPlymouth on Twitter or see the What’s On Plymouth Facebook page.

MTV Crashes Plymouth is organised by MTV in by volunteers. Meet every Thursday between 2pm and 4pm at Catherine Street Baptist Church PL1 2AD. Call Tracey Rousell at Plymouth Alzheimers Society on 01752 608900 or Paul King 01752 608909 Plymouth Clarion Choir (Male Voice) Tuesdays Rehearsals between 7.30pm and 9.30pm at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall. Seeking to fill vacancies in all sections. For details call Darell Jago on 01752 266434.

This year is the choir’s centenary.

Club Focus Camera Club Mondays Meets at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth.

Meets every Monday from 7pm to 9pm. Contact Membership Secretary 01752 231139 Website www.clubfocusplymouth.co.uk Snack N Chat Tuesdays Friendship group for the bereaved and lonely from 11am to 12.30pm in the Coffee Corner at St Andrew’s Church.

Community project run by trained counsellors and a student in training. Go and have coffee, tea, chat and a slice of home-made cake. All for 50p per session.

Al-Anon Family Groups Are you concerned about someone’s drinking?

A fellowship to help families and friends of alcoholics. Local meetings. Confidential Helpline 020 7403 088 www.al-anonuk.org.uk Rainbows Fridays 1st Devonport Rainbows, Salvation Army, Haddington Road, Stoke Every Friday 6- 7pm Call 01752 405027 for details.

Keep Fit Classes Wednesdays 10.15am - 11.15am and 6pm - 7pm Hyde Park Social Club.

KFA registered, insured, low fees.Details 01752 672685.

Parent & Babies and Toddler Group Tuesdays and Fridays Come and join us, meet new friends during term time at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall, 10am- 11.30am. Booking recommended as places are limited. Call Anne 07791332503.

Exercise Classes for over 60s Wednesdays Keyham Methodist Community Hall 10.15am-11.15am Exercise classes for the over 60`s and registered disabled.

Gentle exercises to music aimed at improving your core muscles and balance. Followed by a cuppa and time to chat and make new friends. For details call Bridget on 408951.

Prince Rock Dog Training Club Puppies to adult classes, obedience training, socialisation.

St Matthias Church Hall on Monday and Tuesday evenings, from 7.15pm. More details phone 01752 772411.

Line Dancing Tuesday Evenings.

All levels, from beginner to advanced. 99 per cent country music. Very friendly club. Pennycross Methodist Church Hall, Beauchamp Rd Peverell Tel: Kathy 07780 931456.

Tinie Tempah, who had a number one with his debut album Disc-Overy and has won BRIT Awards for Best British Breakthrough Act and Best British Single, will be headlining on Wednesday July 22.

After the success of last year’s Crashes, which saw Kaiser Chiefs, Example, The 1975 and Kiesza whip a crowd of over 20,000 into a pop-frenzy on the sundrenched Hoe, MTV are coming back with a two-night double hit of live music performances from some of the biggest pop stars in the UK.

7pm to 9pm. All budding magicians are welcome to join us.

For details call Ian Marley on 07979 655018.

Toddler Group Thursdays Plymouth Christian Centre 9.30am to 11 am, term time only £1.50 per family. Contact Liz Crudgington on 661019 for details or see the www.plymouthchristiancentre.org Plymouth Local Exchange Trading Scheme (LETS) Every second Saturday of the month (except August ) New members are always welcome. Meet in the Unitarian church hall in Princess Street from 2pm till 3.30pm. We exchange goods and services using our own currency ‘the plum’. For further details phone 706582 or visit the website www.plymouthlets.org.uk Ballroom & Social Sequence Dancing Various dates Plymstock Community Centre every Tuesday afternoon 2pm until 4pm and every third Monday of the month from 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Details 01752 251313 or 01752 668017.

Plymouth Community Choir Mondays Choir meets from 7pm to 8.45pm at Salvation Army, Armada Way, Plymouth. New members welcome. Details from Alison on 01363 774324 (www.alising.co.uk) .

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

Widewell Striders Running Club Twice weekly Meet at Widewell School, Lulworth Drive, Widewell (behind The George at Roborough). Mondays and Thursdays 6.30pm. Over 16 years and all abilities welcome. For info contact widewellstriders@yahoo.com or check out our website www.widewellstriders.co.uk Exercise for Over 60s Tuesdays and Thursdays Life Centre Thursdays 1.30pm to 3pm in the Dance Studio.

Plymstock Tuesdays 9.30-10.30 and 10.45-11.45 Gentle exercises to music aimed at improving your core muscles and balance. Followed by a cuppa and time to chat and make new friends. For details call Bridget on 01752 408951.

Watercolour Group Every Friday 10am to 12 noon at Onward House, 55 Greenbank Road, Plymouth. To join this friendly group just come along or ring the group leader Ray on 01 752 300633 for more information.

Plymouth Magic Circle Every second Thursday We are a small friendly Magic Club who meets every second

Community Herb Clinic Tuesdays 1-3pm Onward House, Greenbank Road. Walk-in for free general health advice or phone for appointments. Herbal medicine can be used in the treatment of any medical condition in an effective, integrated (and affordable) way to suit you. Details Sara Hills 01752 872960 www.herbs-work. co.uk Mums and Babies Group Tuesdays From 10 am till 11.30 am at Hope Baptist Church Hall, Peverell Corner, Plymouth. Mums and Babies is an informal group which offers support and friendship to new and old mums with babies up to 8 months old. Our sympathetic group leaders will spoil you with endless tea,coffee and biscuits whilst you relax. There is a charge of £2 per session. For details ring the church on 01752 708090.

Off Key Singing Group Mondays For people who love to sing in the shower! Mondays 5.50pm to 6.50pm at Derriford Health & Leisure Centre, function room. Girl Guide Hut in Plympton 10.30am to 11.30am. Call 07770 683 314 for more info.

Jelly Tots Baby & Toddler Group Fridays 9.30am to 11 am at St Budeaux Baptist Church (during Term Time). £1.50 per Family www.stbudeauxbaptist.org.uk Dartmoor Rambling Club Exercise by walking and talking, with our club. Wednesday walks 8 to 10 miles by public transport. Weekend walks 8 to10 or 10 to 12 miles by car share or public transport.

Dartmoor, countryside, coast. eg. Fox Tor, Crow Tor, Bore Hill, Dewers Tor, Teignmouth, Cadover, Three Barrows.

Call Russell on 01752 266608 for more info.

National Trust Plymouth Centre Make the most of your NT Membership and join the NT PC for even more activities. During the winter there are talks.

This summer there are coach visits to: June to Slimbridge Wet Centre (birds and others), July to Berkeley Castle in Gloucester, August to Dartmouth for their Regatta, September to Chedworth Roman Villa. In June there is a lunch at Saltram. Membership of NTPC is only £4 per person or £6 for two people at the same address. For details and an application form call Russell on 01752 266608 Plymouth Writers Circle Tuesdays Do you have a problem with plotting or characterisation. The Plymouth Writers Circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 7pm to 9pm at the Plymstock Community Centre (except in the summer holidays).

South West Chamber Choir Wednesdays Marjon Chapel 7.30 to 9.30 pm. We are a friendly auditioned choir of 25 to 30 singers specialising in unaccompanied singing, with a programme of madrigals, partsongs and sacred works. We give four concerts annually as well as a weekend of sung services at a cathedral each July. A reasonable standard of sight-reading is needed to join. We welcome enquiries. www.swcchoir.org.uk Tai Chi Beginners Classes Various dates Established in Plymouth since 1995. A friendly group covering all aspects of Tai Chi training for health and well being. Tai Chi is a gentle way to exercise and build strength. For those more keen, it is a complete form of body and mind martial arts system from ancient China suitable for all ages 5 to 95! To get more information, please drop into the class held every Tuesday 6.45pm at Mount Street Primary School, Greenbank, or any other class advertised on www.wutan-plymouth.co.uk.

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Freedom of speech and faith must always be cherished A wise friend of mine once said that a bird needs a left and right wing in order to fly.

This conversation was in context regarding the developing progress of politics in the Western world and how we need aspiration to create wealth and opportunities, and a great sense of social responsibility and compassion within our communities to live in a reasonably harmonious existence together.

Another wise friend told me that the only thing that is constant is change, so life is constantly developing.

We are now post elections and on a journey with the politicians, which will impact on all of us in some way.

Also a high turnout meant that we were using the gift of freedom that our forebears fought and died for. If you voted, well done, because it was for this ideal of freedom that our forebears went through so much.

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“But if we fail, then the whole world, including the United States, including all that we have known and cared for, will sink into the abyss of a new dark age made more sinister, and perhaps more protracted, by the lights of perverted science. Let us therefore brace ourselves to our duties, and so bear ourselves, that if the British Empire and its Commonwealth last for a thousand years, men will still say, This was their finest hour.”

At the time of the elections I was captivated by the VE Commemorations, or celebrations. May 8th marked 70 years since our parents, grandparents and great grandparents partied at the news of the end of WW2.

The BBC does a fantastic job in recording our military and social history and they say in their press release “The heart of our season on BBC 2 is a landmark documentary series, which celebrates the epic stories of ordinary Britons who lived through the war. We’ll also In five years’ time, Plymouth will be celebrating another be exploring fresh perspectives on war-time leaders, historic event, the sailing of the Mayflower in 1620. as well as the aftermath of war Mayflower 400 promises and the role of the Caribbean to be an awesome event Chris Cole, is the founder of Cross Rhythms charity. He is also a Fellow colonies in the war effort.” They for Plymouth England and are called the ‘greatest generation’ of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA). Listen to his Cross Rhythms Plymouth Massachusetts, and without a doubt we all owe and much wider of course.

Experience programmes on 96.3FM or online at www.crossrhythms.co.uk/ them our respect, love, honour and plymouth Cross Rhythms will be deepest appreciation. partnering with some radio stations in the USA to I remember my own family stories celebrate the fact that ‘freedom of religious conscience, school headmistress nailing a wooden plaque with the about Plymouth during the war and the cost for our faith and speech’ are still to be valued and cherished Latin words ‘Resurgam’, meaning ‘I will rise again’, in forebears, living in a city which was once called the today. Without that freedom we’ll all face a darker future. the ruins of St Andrew’s Church was almost prophetic, worst bombed city in Britain. Yet the enduring story of a

This unique Plymouth Culture initiative is led by Plymouth City Council and supported by Arts Council England.

Councillor Peter Smith, Deputy Leader of the Council, said: “There are some lovely projects that will get a real boost from this bursary. This project just shows what great ideas people can come up with.

The awards bring the number of projects Vital Sparks has funded so far to 17. Previous grants have helped create an outdoor theatre extravaganza on the shore at Devil’s Point, a craft programme for carers, a pupil-run arts project and the Whitleigh Word Festival.

The five successful projects that will

receive bursaries are:

Seeds ‘N’ Feeds: £4,420 – To turn tired urban spaces into places of colour, beauty and recreation. The funding will bring neighbours together to create and enjoy community gardens in the St Peter & the Waterfront ward. Overgrown planters will have vegetables, fruit trees and flowers chosen by the community and a living willow sculpture will also be created.

LGBT Community: £3,700 – The Plymouth LGBT Archive shines a light on the rich life and histories of the city’s LGBT communities.

The Vital Sparks bursary will enable the archive to be explored by five writers. They will create new pieces of writing for stage and an opportunity to share this part of Plymouth’s history with a wider audience.

Alzheimer’s Society: £3,300 – Three memory cafes in Plymouth will come alive with percussion and improvised storytelling. ‘Sharing Stories’ is a project hosted by the Alzheimer’s Society for people living with dementia.

Participants can express themselves creatively without having to rely on failing memories. Led by Nigerian artist, Abimbola Alao, this unique approach to storytelling uses improvisation, drama and reminiscence-based techniques and is especially designed for people who experience memory loss.

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One Red Dot: £3,500 – Devonport will host six unique exhibitions over the next 12 months led by community organisation, One Red Dot. ‘Art in the Park’ will be an innovative weatherresistant art show mounted on lamp posts in Devonport Park. It will showcase community art projects and work by artist, Brian Pollard amongst others.

Jon Brown: £350 – A tree stump outside St Budeaux Library is to be transformed, thanks to a bursary from

“Building confidence at a grass roots level is exactly what has to happen if more people are going to participate in culture and arts – not just those who can afford it.”

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Plymouth culture director Dom Jinks added: “It’s really exciting to see communities and local residents starting to take lead on how they want to run creative projects in their own neighbourhoods.

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At the heart of Vital Sparks is its funding scheme. Small bursaries from £500 to £5,000 are available to community, youth and residents groups to make a difference in their neighbourhood.

The fourth round of Vital Sparks funding is now open and the deadline for applications is October 31.

For more information about the current Vital Sparks projects and guidance on how to apply visit www.plymouth.gov.uk/ vitalsparks The Plymouth Shopper

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REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • starting from three years old in ballet, jazz, musical theatre, cheer leading, and street dance. Classes run from Monday to Saturday. After February half term we are starting ‘A Day Of Dance’ every Saturday for children from 6 to10 years which includes musical theatre group, cheer leading, street dance, ballet and jazz classes from 10.30am-3.30pm.

Anyone interested in joining Classique Dance Studios or the new ‘Day Of Dance’ on Saturday’s please email classiquedancestudios2014@gmail.com www.classiquedance-studios.com

`• continued from page 18 Tel. 07949 839088 Plymouth Life Centre Community Table Tennis Club Thursdays Adult only table tennis every Thursday from 8pm to 9pm and 9pm to 10pm, must be over 16 unless by invitation. Run by ETTA Plymouth Development Coach Mike Naylor, the club offers friendly, fun and affordable table tennis sessions that cater for all abilities. There are 15 tournament tables with two robot feeders that are fun but challenging coaching aids where you can take the 20 ball robot challenge. All equipment is provided, there is no need to book so just turn up on the night and see Diana. Prices are £3 per hour or £5 for 2 hours. For further details contact Mike on 07792 849945.

Adult Children of Alcoholics Meetings Tuesdays 6pm – 7.15pm. St Barnabas Church, The Lounge (enter by separate entrance to left of surgery), St Barnabas Terrace, Pennycomequick, Plymouth PL1 5NN. Visit the website at www.adultchildrenofalcoholics.co.uk. National Phone 01590 610 936.

Coffee Afternoon Thursdays Mainstone Community Centre hold a weekly coffee afternoon every Thursday at 2pm Fitness and fun touch rugby Wednesdays Central Park Rugby Pitches 6.45pm-7.45pm OPM Rugby is the official Touch Rugby club for Plymouth. Come along and enjoy a great welcome. No rugby experience required.

Have fun, get fit and make new friends. More details phone Ernie on 07809 209571 or www.opmrugby.com.

Regular events at the Crown Centre, Stonehouse Monday and Tuesday Basic Computer course 9.30am to 11.30am free; Tuesday Art for all: try out a new skill 10am to 12 noon Tuesday Coffee morning; Thursday morning Spreadsheets and other computer skills; Thursday 2.30pm to 4.30pm Brush up on English; Friday afternoon 1.30pm to 4pm Job Club; First Friday of the month 4.30pm to 6pm Messy Church.

Plymouth Squirrels Squirrels collect nuts. Sometimes these get out of control.

We collect things and have the same problem. Do you?

Perhaps we can help. We meet at 7pm at Pilgrim Church, St Levans Road. Easy Parking. Details 07752 351234 Market Stalls First Saturday of the month College Road Primary School, Keyham 1.30pm to 3.45pm.

Clothes, jewellery, cards, cakes, knitted goods, toys, and more. Details 07948 315198.

Soundhouse Brass and Soundhouse Youth Brass Academy Thursdays Want to play with one of the finest Brass Bands in Devon then why not come along and give us a try. We also have a thriving Youth Band for younger players which is supported

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

Stay & Play Toddler Group Wednesday mornings during term time St Mary’s Church Pre-School, St Mary’s Church Parish Centre, Market Road, Plympton. 9.15am to 11.15am. Group is run by friendly and experienced early years practitioners from St Mary’s Church pre-school that was given an overall Outstanding outcome by Ofsted (July 2011). New and expectant parents welcome. A one-off donation per week to cover costs of £1.50 per adults (children under 12 months) £2 per adult (children over 12 months). Includes refreshments. Telephone 01752 348525 Mobile No: 07527 734990.

Devonport Park Community Choir Mondays A friendly mixed group of singers meet in the Pavilion Cafe in Devonport Park every Monday evening from 6-7.30pm.

Cost if £3 per session. No previous experience necessary.

For more details telephone 318087.

Harbour Centre Recovery Café Fridays Female-focused social group for those in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Tea, coffee, regular activities promoting independence, empowerment and positive social/support networks in recovery. Child-friendly.11am-2pm at Unit 2, 1st Floor, Hyde Park House, Mutley Plain. For more information and support to attend please contact Lynn McKenzie (Harbour Drug and Alcohol Services) on 01752 434299 or email lynn.mckenzie1@nhs.net Coffee Morning and Book Stall Thursdays Crownhill Methodist Church 10am to 11.30am. Join us for a cup of tea or coffee, biscuit and a chat. All welcome. For details ring Pat on Plymouth 700404.

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Local pro-cyclist Charlotte Green will open this year’s Sky Ride Plymouth event on Sunday May 31.

Charlotte, a member of the Great Britain Cycling Team, will be joining thousands of people from across the region for the closed road cycling event, starting and finishing at Saltram.

The 20-year-old from Cornwall joined the team’s Olympic Academy Programme in 2013 and has since had some promising results at world cup level.

She recently gained fourth place at the opening round of the 2014 BMX Supercross World Cup in Manchester.

Looking ahead to Sky Ride Plymouth, she said: “I’m delighted to be coming along to Sky Ride Plymouth. I’ve heard a lot about these amazing events but have yet to actually experience one myself, so I’m looking forward to seeing thousands of people on their bikes on the streets of Plymouth. See you there!”

Plymouth City Council and British Cycling have organised a packed programme of activities for the day.

Kicking off at 9.30am the eight-kilometre circular route will start outside Saltram House before heading off to the St Boniface Arena speedway track. The ride will then pass through Sainsburys before taking in the newly refurbished Laira Rail Bridge and returning to Saltram via The Ride.

Deputy Council Leader Peter Smith said: “Sky Ride Plymouth offers a great family day out, with loads to do both on and off a bike. There will be music and entertainment, competitions, extreme challenges and, above all, an awesome route suitable for cyclists of all ages and abilities.”

Guitar Classes Guitar lessons for children aged from 6 - 12 years. Taught in small groups of 2 or 3. Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 3.45 or 4.30pm Fridays at 4pm Saturdays between 9.30 - 4pm For more details Tel: 01752 216456. Classes held in the Woodford area.

Carers Support Group Last Tuesday of the month Are you a carer? Would you like somewhere to go for advice & info, to relax & unwind with other Carers? Come to our drop in session at St Budeaux Library 10am- 1pm on the last Tuesday of the month.

Badminton Club Fridays Non league club meets on Friday evenings at Whiteford Road, Plymouth. Players wanted, of any age over 18. For further details contact rcbeasley@btinternet.com Watercolour Art Sessions for Adults Thursdays Beginner and experienced artists welcome. Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Thursdays 10am to 12 noon.

The Burrator Inn, Dousland, nr Yelverton Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon. Easy car parking at both venues. For more information call Janet: Mobile: 07742 983311 Plymouth School of Aikido Non-profit well-respected community based Martial Arts club founded over 35 years ago. Classes at Woodview Learning Campus (off Lancaster Gardens, Whitleigh) on Mondays and Coombe Dean School, Elburton, Plymstock on Fridays. Times: 7- 8pm Juniors, 7-9pm Adults. Aikido is a Japanese Martial Art suitable for both Men and Women learning and working together. Enjoyable interesting, useful, physical, family-friendly activity with Child Safeguarded/ DBS Nationally qualified Instructors leading to recognised gradings appropriate for students of all ages 7yrs to 70yrs.

Fees with concessions; excellent value. Quality equipment

All set for Sky Ride

Visit Tricks and Tunes at the speedway arena for some jaw-dropping, heart pumping extreme mountain bike shows and action-packed fun that will encourage kids and adults to push their boundaries and try something new.

Take part in skills workshops and try out the popular Air Bag, or sit back and watch the professionals in action.

There will also be fitness and cycle skills sessions courtesy of Total Rebuild Fitness and Go Cycle, as well as a range of outdoor games to enjoy.

After completing the ride, enjoy a gentle stroll around the National Trust’s stunning gardens at Saltram and meet the gardeners, who will tell you everything you need to know about planting seeds and home-growing. You can even plant your seeds with the gardeners then take them home.

Don’t forget to drop in at the Hub and Market Place outside Saltram House to find out about Sky Ride Local guided ride programme, Breeze women’s rides and Ride Social cycling, as well as information on local clubs and shops in the city.

To register for Sky Ride Plymouth and find out about all the great ways you can get back on your bike this summer visit goskyride.com/plymouthskyride. Everyone who registers will be entitled to a free expert bike check (worth £14.99) at Halfords and a reflective Sky Ride bib.

including clothing available for purchase at non-profit prices.

Checkout www.plymouthaikido.co.uk or Facebook Page.

Contact Tre or David Worsley 403325, or Phil Smith 219355 for more information.

CoGS Kids Club Wednesdays in term time For primary age children at the Church Hall of The Good Shepherd, Marine Rd, Oreston at 3.30pm. Games, cookery. craft, stories, films. For details contact Steve on 213358 or Sue on 480568.

Beit Ezra Saturdays We are an informal group looking at the Jewish roots of Christianity and the place of the Jewish people and Israel today. We meet from 4pm to 5:30pm at Kinterbury House, Kinterbury St, Plymouth. For details see www.beit-ezra.org.il or email david@beit-ezra.org.il Make A Difference, Plymouth Fridays in term time Support group for parents or carers in Plymouth of children with disabilities or special additional needs either diagnosed or still going through the process. From 10am at Tamar View Community Resource Centre Barne Barton. Open to any parent or carer who can get to us. For further information please visit Make a Difference Plymouth on Facebook or call Kerry on 07599996389.

The Filling Station, Yelverton Every fourth Friday Top up spiritually: we are not a church but an informal way of expressing the Christian faith at monthly meetings.

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

Classique Dance Studios Based in Stoke we have classes available for all ages

Penlee Local Art and Craft Group Wednesdays Meet at the Diggin It Meeting Room at Penlle from 12 noon until 2pm. All welcome. This is a group for all levels of artistic or craftworkers to make friends and socialise, exchange ideas and perhaps even organise local exhibitions. Small contribution to room hire needed depending on numbers. Please telephone Teresa if you are interested on 07955 476727.

Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group Second Thursday of the month The Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group aims to offer friendship and support to anyone who is affected by Lymphoma (Hodgkins or Non Hodgkins Disease), whether patient (past or present), carer, family member or friend, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Derriford Hospital Health and Leisure Centre from 3pm to 4.30 pm. For more information, please call Pam on 01752 785094 or Scott on 01752 661035 Singing 4 Fun Thursdays 2pm - 3.30pm We welcome new members. St Pauls Church, Torridge Way, Efford from 2pm to 3.30pm. For more details contact Janette 07854 850830 Plymouth Youth Cycling.

Various days Free coaching for 10-16 yr olds. Thursdays (mountain bikes) 5pm-6.30pm Life Centre and various locations across Plymouth; Wednesdays HMS Raleigh (road racing bikes).

We can teach you manuals and jumps and how to ride like the Tour de France winners. No fancy gear needed. Bike, helmet and a sense of adventure! For locations and times find us on Facebook.

Rainbow Singers Saturdays Come and join our happy band of rainbow singers sharing singing, fellowship and prayer. We meet at St Gabriel’s Church at 10.15 am most Saturdays. For more information please call 01752 262600 Organic Gardening course Thursdays New course started in May based at Keyham Green Project.

Thursdays 9-30am-3-30pm. The course will help teach learners about organic gardening and develop design skills in a beautiful green space in the heart of Keyham. Places are limited: please ring Sandie Morrison on 569340 to book your place email kgpcentre@hotmail.com or for more details about Permaculture email Tess Wilmot.eclipse.co.uk Broadway Organ Society Third Wednesday of the month Organ concerts held at Plymstock Community Centre, top of Broadway car park. Concerts start at 7.45pm. Everyone welcome.

Plymouth Musical Activities Club Thursdays A music group for young people aged 9-18 supported by volunteer staff members. At Pmac we teach flute, clarinet, drums, keyboards, singing and guitar. Meet every Thursday at Courtlands School in Eggbuckland from 7.15pm to 9.15pm. The charge is just £1 a week and people of all abilities are welcome. The group plays at lots of different venues and events throughout the year such as Devonport Playhouse, Lord Mayor’s day, Eden Project and many more.

If you are interested in joining please call our treasurer Angela fuller on 01752 773482 or check out the Pmac website www.plymouthmac.co.uk The Plymouth & District Egyptology Society First Saturday of the month We are a society of some 50 members whose passion is all things related to Ancient Egypt. Between the months of September of one year to May of the next, we meet on the first Saturday of each of those months, including Day Schools, and long weekend visits to UK and European cities to view Museum Egyptology Exhibitions, enjoying the local sights etc. The Society meets at the Swarthmore Centre

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• REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • on Mutley Plain. Timings 2 pm until 4.30 pm for a normal lecture. Contact Details: janis.naylor@aol.co.uk Memory Cafe, Devonport Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month A new memory cafe has opened in Devonport. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Plymouth, the cafe is for people with memory problems and their carers. The cafe, which is located at the Salvation Army Hall in Haddington Road is open on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 2pm to 4pm. The cafe is open for social, music, film, discussion and company.

Exercise Classes Various days For over 60’s and less abled people. St Margaret Mary’s Roman Catholic Church Tuesdays 9.30am to 10.30am and 11am to 12 noon. Thursdays Life Centre 1.40pm-2.45pm.

New Extend Movement to Music classes for the less able Mondays at Miles Mitchell Village Hall 11am to 12 noon and Thursdays 2pm to 3pm at St Bartholmew’s Church Hall. Run

by Birgitta Whight. Contact 01752 408951.

Rainbow Group Tuesdays The group meets at Mount Gould Church from 4.45pm to 5.45pm for girls aged from five to six and a half. For more information contact 07913697767 Sounds Musical Theatre Company Wednesdays Founded in 1911, we are a friendly, diverse group of people who love Musical Theatre and produce two shows a year. In March/April we perform our annual full musical production, with a musical revue in October. Rehearsals are every Wednesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm in Oreston Methodist Church Hall, Plymstock Road, Oreston. Join us from November onwards for rehearsals for Rogers and Hammerstein’s Carousel. Visit the website www. soundsmusicaltheatrecompany.co.uk for more information.

Sequence Dancing for All Saturdays St Gabriel’s Church Hall, Hyde Park Peverell, 7.30pm to 10pm. With tea and biscuits. Everyone welcome.

Yankee Yoga Various days All abilities yoga classes set to sweet tunes. Tuesdays 5pm @ The Art of Dance (Mutley Plain) 8pm @ Coombe Dean School; Plymstock/Elburton; Wednesdays 6pm @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill); Fridays 7.30pm Special Class - Yoga for Athletes @ Taurus Gym (Mutley Plain); Saturdays 10am Special Class:Yoga Sculpt @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill).

Contact Emily on 07478 257080 Singing for the Brain Mondays The Alzheimer’s Society hold Singing for the Brain on every Monday, ( not on Bank Holidays ) at the William Venton Centre, 8 Memory Lane, Plymstock. Do you enjoy singing?

Why not go along and increase your well being with our singing for the brain programme specifically designed for those living with dementia. Carers are welcome too. Join them every Monday between 2pm and 3.30pm.

Beckly Centre Regular events at the Beckly Centre at Mayers Way, Hooe Road, Plymstock include: Mondays 7pm to 9.30pm adult social group with a variety of activities including crafts, life skills, cooking quizzes bingo and outings; Thursdays 7pm to 9pm youth group providing social activities in a small friendship mixed ages and ability groups for young people with additional needs; Saturdays and Sundays 10.30am to 3.30pm weekend activity groups for mixed age and ability groups of children and young people with special needs offering good range of social and group opportunities; school holidays weekdays 10.30am to 3.30pm holiday playscheme activity sessions for small friendship groups of children and young people with special needs. For details call 01752 484433 or 07780 662391.

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

For more information call David on 017523 268777.

RASC/RCT/RLC Association Various dates The corps association will hold meetings on March 11, May 13, July 8, September 9 and November 11 at the Army Reserve Centre, Derriford at 7.30pm. New members welcome.

For any welfare problems call 01752 343492.

Ford Park Cemetery Gardening Club Third Sunday of the month The Club meets outside the Visitor Centre at 11.30am and is always looking for new members. If you have a few hours spare, why not go along and join them.

Beavers, Cubs and Scouts Thursdays Tavy Lodge Scout Centre, off Lisson Grove, Mutley. Contact 07527687804 or 9th21stplymouthscoutgroup@gmail.com 5-6pm Beavers; 6.15-7.30pm Cubs; 7.45 - 9.15pm Scouts.

Open to young people from the ages of 6 to 14. Come along and join the winter adventures.

Reading Group Third Tuesday of the month Like reading? Like to share your views on books? We are a small friendly group who meet at Tothill Community Centre on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 2pm for approximately 1 hour to discuss chosen books and swap other reading experiences. You would receive a very warm welcome to any new mambers. Please ring 01752 513197 for further details.

Male Carers Drop in Meets twice a month Held at Elspeth Sitters House, Hoegate St, Plymouth.

10.30am to 12.30pm. Carers can bring along the person they care for and they will be looked after while the carer has a break. December 4 and December 18. 2015 dates to fol low.

Plympton Moving On Stroke Club Alternate Wednesdays Meet at Pocklington Rise, George Lane, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 1JL 10.30am to 12.30pm. There is a small charge to cover the rent of the room, and for refreshments £2 per person. We tend to have a speaker one week, and an activity the next. Contacts Tony Stoneman 07834276371; Steve Sargent 07944691482 and Gloria Ward 01752 776978.

Emmanuel Tea Break Fridays New members welcome to join our club for mainly over 60’s, meeting at Emmanuel Church Hall, Mannamead, on Fridays at 2pm. A varied programme of indoor activities and occasional trips out. For more details call Richard on 707894.

Carers Hub Third Wednesday of the month Do you care for a family member or friend? Would you like somewhere to go for information, advice, or just to unwind with other Carers? The CARERS HUB runs a support group at the Beacon Library in North Prospect on the third Wednesday of each month from 1pm-3pm. For more details call Sarah 256020.

Contact and Conversation Tuesdays Every Tuesday at 2pm at St Barnabas Church, next to the doctor’s surgery off Stuart Road. Contact, conversation, tea and cakes. Everyone welcome, free to all.

Sunday Sale Second Sunday of the month Book stall, games, refreshments and bric-a-brac sale, 2pm to 4pm Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street, Plymouth. All in aid of Alzheimer’s Society and CHICKS’.

Community event focuses on health, finance, housing and energy A Patient Participation Group are holding a community event at Kings Tamerton Social Club, off Trevithick Road on June 17 between 1pm and 5pm.

Representatives from a number of local organisations will be attending the event to answer questions on a range of health, financial, housing and energy issues.

The event is organised by the Chard Road Surgery’s Patient Participation Group who will also be in attendance to explain their role and hopefully get more patients to join the group.

Organisations represented at the event include Plymouth Community Homes. Dementia UK, Age UK, Christians Against Poverty, Carer’s Hub, Stroke Association, Live well, Plymouth Energy Group, Focus Oral Health, Credit Union and Healthwatch.

Local councillors will also be on hand to talk to residents about any issues they may have. Refreshments are available and all are welcome.

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Lt Commander Andrew Horlock pictured with the team’s sponsors

New sponsors for Field Gun team The Royal Navy’s Field Gun team from Plymouth has boosted its chance in the annual gun run competition with the support of new sponsors unveiled at Devonport Naval Base.

Devonport Field Gun team were presented with their sponsored shirts by backers defence contractor Babcock, Plymouth-based firms Keyham Vaults pub and Summerskills Brewery and Saltash firm West Country Skip Hire.

Lt Commander Andrew Horlock, Devonport Royal Navy gun crew officer, said: “This is a fantastic competition which shows the Navy off at its best and provides excellent training in core military standards. We are very grateful to local business for their support.

“The Royal Navy is a major part of the community in Plymouth and local businesses benefit from our presence, so we all gain from this on-going partnership.”

The naval base team is undergoing weeks of gruelling training ahead of the Royal Navy Field Gun Competition finals at the Royal Naval training base HMS Collingwood near Portsmouth on Saturday June 6.

Chris Tompkinson, of Babcock, the Royal Navy’s major industrial partner, said: “We are very proud to be associated with the Royal Navy and the Devonport field gun team. We are the major partner in Devonport supporting the Royal Navy and very pleased to keep the tradition of the field gun alive and wish the guys all the best in the competition.”

23 Field Gun crews will take part in the competition to win the prestigious Royal Navy Field Gun Trophy.

The crews from the South West include 42 Commando in Plymouth, Royal Naval Air Stations

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Culdrose and Yeovilton and HMS Raleigh.

Training is centred on a specific strength and conditioning programme specifically aimed for field gun with the emphasis on explosive use of energy and includes Olympic weight-lifting, speed and agility and functional fitness. The ethos behind the training and race fits in with that of required personal military attributes discipline, fitness, determination and teamwork.

David Lewis, of Summerskills, is brewing a bottled beer in honour of the Devonport crew called Out, Back and Home. Some proceeds from the beer’s sales will go towards the Royal Navy, Royal Marines Charity.

West Country Skip Hire director Dave Honey, a former Royal Naval field gunner himself, said: “I had five runs in the competition when I was in the Navy and I’m still an ardent supporter of the Field Gun team. I worked in the gym in Devonport before I left the Navy and I’m proud to be behind the Devonport team and wish them success.”

Iain Woodhead is sponsoring the team and will sell the new brew at the Keyham Vaults. He said: “It makes complete sense for me to support the Royal Navy team because I’m a local business which benefits hugely from custom from the sailors. I have military customers from the Naval Base, so I am pleased to show my appreciation for their support in this way.”

The Royal Navy’s field gun competition is a contest between teams from various Royal Navy commands, in which teams of sailors compete to transport a field gun and its equipment over and through a series of obstacles in the shortest time. The competition evolved during the early years of the 20th century. The ‘Command’ format, negotiating walls and a chasm, was held annually at the Royal Tournament in London from 1907 until 1999, apart from the periods during the World Wars.

Colebrook Community Centre manager Kay Tomlinson (third from left front) with some of the volunteers at George park and ride last year

Weekly car boot sales have restarted at the George Park and Ride run by Colebrook Community Association.

the local communities and the Centre can also be hired for private events such as birthday parties and social and educational groups.

The gates open for sellers at 7.30am and the sale ends at 12 noon with the rates for sellers remaining the same as last year and all non-traders are welcome.

The Association also run a car boot sale every Sunday at Peacock Meadow in Colebrook. Gates open at 7.45am for sellers and 8.30am for buyers.

The site is a flat, surfaced, wheelchair friendly area and well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. There is plenty of free on-site parking for buyers as well as refreshment and food outlets and toilet facilities.

The car boot sales are organised and run by the centre manager Kay Tomlinson and a loyal and hard working band of volunteers.

Everyone attending is requested to consider the nearby residential properties and act responsibly when arriving and leaving the area.

Colebrook Community Association is a fully self funded charity which is based at and operates the Colebrook Community Centre at Peacock Meadow for the benefit of

All monies from the car boot sales are used to help fund other events such as theIr summer fair and firework display and the centre also assists and supports other local charities such as Cats Protection who make use of surplus recyclable items from the car boot sales.

For additional information please contact Kay on 01752 200046.

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Stepping out for children Be warmer with external wall insulation Members of the Plymouth Support Group of a children’s charity are preparing to change a child’s life for good by organising a ‘Step Out for Children’ sponsored walk in aid of Action for Children.

With walks suitable for all ages, Step Out for Children provides the perfect opportunity for family, friends and work colleagues to have a great day out and make a real difference to children’s lives.

Mavis Clooke, from Elburton, will be one of 30 volunteers running a Step Out for Children walk across the UK to raise thousands of pounds for Action for Children’s work with some of the most vulnerable and neglected children.

This year’s event is on June 6 and involves an easy four mile walk around Plymbridge, meeting at 10am for registration at 5, Cranfield, Woodford.

Step out for Children, a national series of sponsored walks, has seen local communities join together and put their best foot forward for change.

The Plymouth Support Group has organised walks since 2001, raising over £15,000 in that time.

For more details and a sponsor form, please contact Mavis on 01752 404156.

For more information about Action for Children visit www.actionforchildren.org.uk.

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Energy efficiency was, understandably, not a priority. Times have changed considerably since then and the price of energy is a topic that is seldom far from news headlines. This is with good reason, with prices rising by around 60% in the last 5 years alone, savvy householders are seeking ways of reducing their ever-increasing energy bills.

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Thankfully help is now on hand to ensure owners of solid walled properties can insulate their homes.

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External wall insulation is a fantastic way to make your house warmer, reduce your energy bills and help the environment, plus it makes your home look fantastic too. These grants are available on a first-come, first-served basis and the process to getting one couldn’t be simpler.

Insulating your home is one of the best ways to keep warm and reduce your energy bills. Previously, Teresa Harrowing - outside her newly insulated home on solid wall properties have been excluded from the various insulation Shrewsbury Road which is pictured right

Dawn encourages students to dig deep for Nepal Appeal trauma in terms of memories, occasional nightmares, and these are often triggered by images such as the ruined Central Church in Plymouth. I get very upset driving past it.”

College students have been urged to support the Nepal Earthquake Appeal by an earthquake survivor who now teaches at City College Plymouth.

In an effort to raise awareness of the crisis in Nepal, Dawn has taken the unusual decision to share her story with her students at City College Plymouth.

The first of two earthquakes struck the mountainous country in April with devastating force. It is estimated that more than 7,000 people have died, with countless thousands being left injured and homeless.

Upwards of 50 per cent of houses are now thought to have been destroyed or are unsafe to live in, and the rainy season is imminent.

With the majority of Nepal’s people now living without food or shelter, they will soon be at the mercy of the elements.

Dawn Jones with the emergency aid box which saved her life during the aftermath of the Christchurch earthquake

The disaster in Nepal has attracted an international response to provide emergency aid and assistance, with local charities from Plymouth and Cornwall also involved in the relief effort.

“Local people had to use every initiative and shared basic resources to ensure they had food and shelter.

Seeing the coverage of the crisis in the media brought back traumatic memories for local woman, Dawn Jones, who was working as a teacher in Christchurch’s central business district when the devastating earthquake struck the New Zealand city in 2011.

College Plymouth, said: “My experiences in Christchurch were harrowing; it took four days for external aid and help to come.

“I can only imagine how much worse it will be for people in Nepal, which is still largely a developing country, where there are few resources and what little help there is can’t get to those who need it because of the geography and scale of the destruction.

“The long term effects of something like this aren’t just physical. I’m still dealing with the

Dawn explained: “My immediate thought was that I have to help. I think it’s important for young people to understand that you can’t take anything in this life for granted. You never know when something will change your life forever.”

College students joined Dawn for an informal talk about her experiences and the problems now being faced by the people of Nepal.

Dawn concluded: “In the aftermath of the earthquake and aftershocks in New Zealand, I was really struck by the kindness and goodwill of ordinary people who helped each other.

“It’s core to who we are and I don’t think young people realise just how strong they can be. I hope we can all contribute something to help those in need.”

Staff and students at the college are currently raising funds through collection tins at the college and online through the Disaster Emergency Commission’s (DEC) Nepal Earthquake Appeal at www.dec.org.uk.

Supporting clean water and sanitation in Nepal Plymouth Soroptimists have sent a total of £900 for disaster aid to Nepal.

During the past two years Plymouth and District Club have worked with the Nepal Water and Health Authority (NEWHA) to provide a whole village of almost 200 people with nine clean safe water wells and a latrine for every household.

This means that the women and girls of the village not only have access to better health but have more time for education rather than water gathering and most importantly do not have to risk going into the forest for their toileting needs.

It is the second village that the club have provided these essential facilities for in the past eight years.

Sylvia Bedbrook of Plymouth Soroptimists said: “Since we have been in direct contact with NEWHA we know that the money will go directly to where it is most needed. Some of our photos show the delighted users – mainly the women and girls who have the most benefit from the facilities.”

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City Council have teamed up with British Gas to offer home owners in Plymouth up to £4,200 towards the cost of external solid wall insulation.

These grants are limited so take the first step to an energy efficient and warmer home today by calling 01752 477997 to book a free, no-obligation survey. Visit www.plymouthenergycommunity.com for more details.

Of course the simplest way to reduce your bills is just to turn everything off, though whilst this will reduce your bills it is likely to prove hazardous to your health!

The more pragmatic approach is to look at ways to reduce your energy demand – that is to find ways of using less that still allows you to live in a comfortable environment.

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Properties with cavity walls have been able to reap the benefits of insulation, whilst older homes (pre 1920s) and system build homes (concrete) have been left out in the cold.

Soroptimist International is an organisation for today’s busy women who are interested in improving the lives of women and girls locally, nationally and internationally.

Join our Events

Jim Jam Journey On Saturday 13th June enjoy a lovely 4 mile evening walk in your Jim Jams or Onesie with your friends and family.

Have your face painted, meet Jeremiah. Enjoy the beautiful scenery around Central Park and entertainment along the way. Head back to The Life Centre to enjoy a well-deserved hot drink and muffin! Entry:- Adults £7 Children £3

Parish Plod Join us on Sunday 12th July on a scenic 9 mile walk starting at the White Thorn pub – Shaugh Prior visiting pubs along the way. Enjoy a tasty BBQ and live music from Last Orders Unplugged at the finish! Entry:- Adults £7 Children £3

Summer Fayre Come along to The Plymouth College Preparatory School, in The Millfields, on Sunday 19th July from 11am to 4pm (free entry) and enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, face painting, bouncy castles, whilst browsing from a variety of local craft, foods & beauty stalls! Don’t miss a great family day out!

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eremiah’s Journey supports over 220 grieving children and families each year from Plymouth and the immediate surrounding area.

With a very small team of employees this could only be possible with the support and dedication from a fantastic group of volunteers. The extended team bring vital skills and expertise to the charity and our work with families, without them we wouldn’t be able to support as many families as we do each year.

One of the main parts of the service at Jeremiah’s Journey is to run group sessions for children, young people and their parents/carers. The children and young people have either been bereaved or, in a separate group, the children and young people have a parent who is terminally ill. There are two Project Coordinators but they cannot run various sessions for between 20 and 25 children and young people on their own! Both groups have a team of committed and experienced volunteers who give their time and energy to facilitate the sessions. The team need to create a safe space where children and young people feel able to talk about their feelings and what is happening in their lives.

“Jeremiah’s Journey provides a fantastic service which gently

and compassionately helps young people explore their feelings during bereavement.

Being able to help in this process as a volunteer is so rewarding and worthwhile”.

Amanda, Group Volunteer.

The team is made up of individuals who work professionally with children and families for example there are teachers, nurses, social workers and psychologists.

It is necessary to ensure that everyone has the right skills and experience to be able to listen to distressing stories as well as assist the children in their creative activities. The sessions themselves have time for the children to talk about how they are feeling; their memories of their deceased loved one or fears for the seriously ill parent; and how they are coping. Creative activities are used to help make these conversations happen in a more natural way.

“We started off sad but when the adults came they helped us… it was good to think of all the happy memories”. Bereaved child aged 6 years.

As a charity we rely entirely on local support and fundraising activities to continue offering the service. The only way we could achieve this is with the amazing people who regularly help out with fundraising events. This can involve: running stalls; smiling

Hold an Afternoon Tea Party Now Summer is on its way, why not make the most of it and hold an Afternoon Tea Party? Whether it’s in the form of a Teddy Bears’ Tea Party for the little ones, teacups and scones or a glass of bubbles and strawberries – everyone can join in! For more information call Sarah on 01752 424348

and holding buckets; and helping behind the scenes at our events.

We hope that with the support of our community we will be there for the next child or family that needs us.

There are also volunteers that specifically help to look after Jeremiah, the charity’s bear mascot, when he is out and about. Jeremiah especially likes meeting up with the children and families who use the service.

He attends the Christmas party which is held every year for the children who have attended the group sessions. It is a chance for them to meet up with the friends that they have made in the group. The children are all very excited to see Jeremiah and we love to see their smiles.

Whatever time and skills that volunteers bring, one thing is for sure that without their wonderful input the charity would not have been able to help so many local children and families at a very sad time.

If you would like to make a donation to ensure that we can continue our work with local grieving children please fill in the form below or visit www. jeremiahsjourney.org.uk For enquiries about volunteering opportunities please get in touch with us on info@ jeremiahsjourney.org.uk

Leaving a Gift in Kind Have you thought about leaving a gift to charity in your will? Leaving a gift to us in your will would mean that you can help our charity continue to make a difference in the lives of local families.

If you do not already have a will, don’t worry we know solicitors that offer free will services. For a confidential chat about leaving Jeremiah’s Journey a gift in your will, please contact Sarah on 01752 424348 or email sarah@jeremiahsjourney.org.uk.

Recycling Coins

Due to go on holiday or have just come back? If you have any unwanted foreign coins please save them for us. We can recycle them and receive a donation in return. We also recycle stamps, postcards, old jewellery and much more!

Make a difference…

Your one off-donation could make a big difference to our charity. £250 could pay for one child to receive one to one support.

Jump from 15,000 Feet Are you an adrenaline junkie?

Perhaps you’re looking for your next challenge? Then why not join our sky dive on Sunday 27th September?

Those that raise £450 in sponsorship can jump for free!

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A keen naturalist, Chris has backed the Aquarium’s bid to raise £30,000 for a new exhibit about marine plastic pollution.

In an interview with the National Marine Aquarium’s managing director, Dr David Gibson, Chris shared his feelings on the devastating effects plastic pollution is having on our oceans and marine life, and expressed his ‘disappointment’ of constantly seeing plastics in our seas.

Discussing the ‘What a Waste’ crowdfunder campaign, Chris commented: “Taking action is essential. I would urge anyone to take up the What a Waste campaign and support the crowdfunding. What the National Marine Aquarium can do to educate and inform people is absolutely essential. If you don’t know then you can’t take action – and it is essential that we do take action at this point.”

Millions of tons of domestic and industrial plastic waste finds its way into the seas and oceans each year.

As well as polluting seas, oceans and beaches, this plastic is lethal to many hundreds of species of marine animals.

Plastic is now found throughout marine food chains as it chokes and kills thousands of animals such as turtles, whales, dolphins and seabirds each year and it is consumed by fish and invertebrates across the globe. It is so pervasive that it is now finding its way back to humans through the food chain.

The ‘What a Waste’ exhibit will use plastic waste collected from beaches around the south west of England, and will be designed and built by a group of local Devon artists. It will be used to educate visitors to the Aquarium on the dangers plastic pollution poses to marine life and inspire them to help reduce it and its impact.

Dr Gibson, commented: “We’re delighted to have Chris Packham backing our crowdfunder campaign. Chris has many years of experience working with wildlife and marine life and has seen firsthand the devastating effects plastic pollution can have.

Chris Packham (left) and Dr David Gibson

“By raising funds for a new exhibit, ‘What a Waste’ will provide a new platform for us to educate and engage visitors to the Aquarium on the dangers of such pollution, and inspire them to change how they use and then dispose of plastic items during their lives.

“Our crowdfunding bid is now live and with a wide range of unique reward schemes available to help us raise the funds, we hope the public will get involved and enable us to achieve our ‘What a Waste’ exhibit.

The crowderfunder campaign has also received support from the Rame Peninsula Beach Care and Marine Conservation Society.

A spokesman from Rame Peninsula Beach Care said: “Nobody likes to go to the beach and find it covered in rubbish – but marine plastic is much more than just an eyesore. We’ve only been using plastic on a wide scale for 60 years, and the harm it’s already causing in the ocean is overwhelming.

“Each year plastic kills at least one million sea birds and 100,000 whales, dolphins, seals and turtles, which either mistake it for food or become entangled in it. In some parts of the ocean there are six times more plastic particles than plankton.

“Most marine litter starts out as litter on land, so we can actually do a lot to stop it ever reaching the sea. We want this exhibition to raise much-needed public awareness about marine litter and the unnecessary suffering it causes. We also hope it will spread the message that this is a tragedy we can all do something about – from government down to individuals and the everyday choices we make.”

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What’s next for the people of Plymouth?

So now we know the outcome of the most unpredictable election in a generation. While many of the commentators and pollsters are asking ‘How did we get the predictions so wrong?’ this is not the question that households should be asking.

What’s next for Plymouth?

Many promises were made in the last few weeks of the campaign, and many of them will have an impact on Plymouth and its travel-to-work area. Here are a few highlights.

A new enterprise zone OK, this was promised in the most recent budget, but this should generate some large scale investment in the construction industry in its first phase. We should also see new employment opportunities and higher wages as the zone fills with new businesses.

Investment in transport links Likely to be a long-term project! (It took Brunel over 11 years to get the GWR to Plymouth), but this should enhance Plymouth’s attractiveness as a location for business. There is a chance that the airport will re-open as well. (I’ll say no more on that emotive topic!).

Other developments The new mine at Hemerdon, and redevelopment of the old Seaton barracks site will generate significant employment opportunities.

Care and support is changing in Plymouth

Other signs of things to come As I write, the Bank of England has just issued its latest inflation forecast. While this may not be essential reading, all of us should take an interest as it gives us a clue as to when interest rates might start to rise. This has implications for: • Savers, who have to find ways to boost their incomes while rates remain low • Borrowers, who have got perhaps another year of low rates to enjoy • Would-be borrowers, who need to factor in the risk and size of future increases when making any long-term decisions.

Inflation is also at a record low (0% in March 2015), and wages are starting to pick up.

This should mean that we all feel a little better off as we head towards summer. But, (there’s always a but….)

Inflation is expected to pick up quickly as we head towards autumn and winter, and interest rates are expected to rise in late spring/early summer next year. The rise may be gradual, but it is coming.

Hair and beauty students show off their skills

Make it happen Plymouth is an exciting place to be at the moment, with a large number of exciting opportunities. But we can only make it happen if we get behind those leading the charge, and hold them accountable for the promises they have made. It’s going to be an exciting five years.

And let’s not forget those who aren’t able to take advantage of these opportunities, by making sure we look after the most vulnerable and needy in our society.

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Friends and relatives enjoyed the free hairstyling

Tamsin Bryant, team leader of Stars at the college, said: “The Academy is designed to be both fun and enjoyable, and enables students to gain

hands-on experience of creative hair styling, nail art and make-up. It also gives them the opportunity to get advice and guidance in pursuing a career in hair and beauty whilst studying at City College Plymouth.

“The Academy gives the students a fantastic starting point to a career in the hair and beauty industry. However, it is about more than the technical skills - I have seen them develop more self-confidence and self-belief by working in a new environment with different people.

“It is great to be part of this and to be able to reward the students in the form of a graduation ceremony.”

Phoebe Richardson, 15, who took part in the course and attended the graduation, said: “It was a whole new experience. Everyone was really friendly and we all really enjoyed it.

“We got to see what it’s like to work in the hair and beauty industry and it gave me a flavour of what to expect. I loved it!”

TANKS AND TABLECLOTHS AT PLYMOUTH ARTS CENTRE Artefacts which include tableware, rations and measures from the Devonport Naval Heritage Centre (DNHC), located behind the controlled boundaries of Devonport Naval Base, are on display in the upstairs gallery of the centre in Looe Street.

A unique example of a peck, a unit of measurement immortalised in the tonguetwister ‘Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers’ and the only one on display nationally, form part of the exhibition as do a display of differing knives made specifically for ‘Flag Officers, Warrant Officers or patients of unsound mind’.

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The new national changes are designed to put you in control of the help you receive.

• You can defer selling your home to pay your care fees until after your death.

Any decisions about your care and support will consider your wellbeing and what is important to you and your family, so you can stay healthy and remain independent for longer.

Some changes have already started to be introduced in April 2015 and others in April 2016.

The Care Act is mainly for adults in need of care and support, and their adult carers. If you are a young carer yourself, or if you are a parent caring for a disabled child, you have similar rights to assessment and support but they are covered by the Children and Families Act, not the new Care Act.

• All councils will use new national eligibility criteria to decide whether someone can get help from them.

As a way of congratulating the students on their achievements, they were then invited to the college’s Hair and Day Spa, Stars, for canapés and drinks. Friends and family were then invited to enjoy free hair styling, make-up and nail treatments.

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• If your needs assessment shows you don’t qualify for help from the council, they must advise you how the care system works and how to pay for your own care. So if you just need a hand with housework, for example, the council should assist you in finding this.

• You will have a right to a free needs assessment from your council, even if it thinks your finances are too high or your needs are too low to qualify for help.

The graduation event took place in May, with the young students showcasing what they had learnt via a photoshoot presentation to friends and family in the college’s state-of-the art STEM Centre, as a celebration of their hard work during the ten weeks.

The exhibition, Tanks and Tablecloths, Chapter Two by artists, Elizabeth Masterton and Lizzie Ridout opened in May as part of Plymouth History Festival and continues until June 13.

From April 2015, care and support in England has been changing for the better. The new Care Act aims to make care and support more consistent across the country.

Ways in which it may affect you:

City College Plymouth has held a graduation event for young hair and beauty students who have recently finished a ten week Junior Hair and Beauty Academy programme.

An exhibition to temporarily relocate a little-known collection of naval heritage to a city centre gallery, alongside new artwork inspired by the collection, is currently on show at Plymouth Arts Centre.

By Claire Bower of Advice Plymouth

The artists have a particular interest in the domestic side of military life and have worked together for over ten years on similar projects, taking inspiration from the overlap between the military and the domestic terrain.

New work, using photographic and other artworks, including a ‘fathom’ length of wool from Naval-issue jumpers, have been created by the artists to engage the audience to encourage them to interact with and reflect on the exhibition in more depth.

The gallery is free to browse and open from 1pm to 8.30pm on Tuesday to Saturday.

• If you get social care support, you will now have a right to request a personal budget if you’re not offered one. This is a summary of how much the council thinks your care should cost. (This might be useful if you want to pay for your own care.)

• If you’re paying for your own care, you can ask the council to arrange your services for you. It can only charge you as much as someone whose care they are funding.

• If you’re a carer, you have a legal right to a care assessment from the local council. You can also get support services if you qualify for them.

• If you find it difficult to communicate or to understand the issues being discussed, the council must provide an advocate to help you when discussing your care. They will represent your interests if you don’t have a friend or relative who can help.

• The council must provide preventative services that could reduce or delay your need for care. For example, intermediate care at home after a hospital stay could help keep you stay independent for longer.

For details and Fact Sheets visit www. plymouth.gov.uk/careandsupport Don’t forget if you need advice on how these changes may affect you contact Advice Plymouth.

Please note that our Drop In times at Ernest English House, Buckwell Street, PL1 2DA have changed to Mon, Tue, Wed 9am – 6pm and Thurs and Fri 9am – 5pm and our telephone number is 03444 111 444

President Charles Charles Howeson, chairman of the Plymouth Area Business Council and former chair of First Great Western Trains Advisory Board has been appointed president of Plymouth & Devon Chamber of Commerce.

At its recent annual meeting, the board of the Plymouth and Devon Chamber of Commerce unanimously invited Charles to become its president in succession to Sir John Parker.

After a 25 year career in the Royal Navy, Charles has enjoyed an almost uniquely broad and certainly very successful business career. His career started locally, and became regional before moving on to lead national organisations and then held international appointments whilst always remaining loyal to Plymouth.

Charles retains his links with the Royal Navy where the Queen appointed him to be one of her small number of Honorary Captains in the Royal Naval Reserve in 2009.

He is a passionate believer in Plymouth, the South West and indeed the wider region, having been an active economic champion

now for over two decades.

In accepting the role, Charles emphasised the importance of the Chamber movement in formally representing and helping to co-ordinate the business community’s representation alongside a range of other bodies.

He believes that the need for business unity and for one voice, particularly where infrastructure investment is required, is absolutely vital, right across the region.

He emphasised that ‘he would fight tirelessly to assist in the making of common cause in support of the economic development agenda beyond its boundaries whenever and wherever appropriate’ adding that the role of the Chamber of Commerce had never been more important.

Richard Stevens, chairman of the Chamber said: “I am delighted to welcome Charles as president. Following the news of our widened geographic expansion, his addition to the board brings another skill set enabling further opportunities for us to coordinate a one voice lobbying approach which this region needs.”

Remembering Plymouth Sound Nowadays, with endless television and radio stations, it’s hard to imagine the excitement when Plymouth got its own radio station.

At the time, the main stations were all broadcast by the BBC. Forty years ago, Plymouth Sound was launched and it soon had a huge following. The station was based in a former organ factory at Earl’s Acre off Alma Road in Pennycomequick and was launched on 19th May 1975. The first song broadcast was Cat Stevens’ Morning Has Broken.

For me, the best time to listen to it was in the 1970s when it all seemed so new and there were few other radio stations about. As the station grew older, there was suddenly a huge choice of other stations to listen to. By then, I’d moved on to the crackly fading broadcasts of Radio Luxembourg!

were, mostly, terrible but the fun was just in winning them.

David Bassett broadcasted a talk show at 10 o’clock every morning and would have conversations about topical subjects or just anything anyone wanted to talk about. Some of the people who phoned in were unintentionally hilarious which made the show even more entertaining. In the summer holidays, most of the kids at school listened to it and many of them also took part.

Andrew Knight, who was aged nine at the time, won a competition to be the first voice heard on the new station. With prompting from station controller, David Bassett, Andrew went live on air at 6 o’clock on the morning of Monday May 19.

Popular presenters at the time included Ian Calvert, Louise Churchill, Carmella McKenzie, Brian Measures, Peter Greig and David Bassett.

There were many more in later years.

I was thirteen and at school at the time when the station opened. It’s hard to believe now but there Carmella McKenzie hosting a show was a big thing about how to find the station and free car stickers and mugs. It seemed a big thing at how to tune into it (much the same as there was when the time.

Channel 4 was launched). There was a show at the Guildhall to find out more about the station and to meet Everyone at school listened to the station and by far the most popular presenter was Ian Calvert whose some of the people behind it. evening show was broadcast just at the time when we Me and a school pal went along in the hope there were all doing our homework. would be some free records (we didn’t get any). Like In between records, Ian talked about his girlfriend, his everyone else, we came away with souvenirs such as dogs, his horses and anything else that was going on at the time. I remember him being the first DJ to play David Soul’s single when it first came out and also remember he’d sent a tape to Radio One of his show.

David Bassett coaching Andrew Knight, the first voice heard on Plymouth Sound

2009 before being amalgamated into Heart Devon in 2010.

Derek Tait fondly remembers the early days of Plymouth Sound radio station - one of the first commercial stations in the country. Derek has had many other books published including Plymouth at War; Images of England: Plymouth; Saltash Passage; Memories of St Budeaux; Plymouth Hoe; Mount Edgcumbe; Plymouth Tales From the Past; Plymouth Through Time; Saltash Through Time and Rame Peninsula Through Time.

Derek’s website can be found at www.derektait.co.uk

There were nightly phone-in competitions and the prize was inevitably six singles. I’d recognise some of the kids from my class entering the competitions (I won a few) and once we’d collected our prize singles from the station, we’d take them to school and try and swap them. They were always by artists you had never heard of and

Like Westward Television, there seems something very nostalgic about the early days of Plymouth Sound. Today, we’re overloaded with stations, many of which are listened to on the internet.

Somehow, it just doesn’t seem to be the same and a lot of the appeal of the smaller radio stations, where we felt that we knew all the presenters, seems to have been lost over the years.

Brian Measures hosted an easy listening show in the evening which attracted a large audience. I won a Frank Sinatra LP on his show and my mum went to collect it. While she was waiting at the reception, she said that there was a bloke beside her who didn’t stop nattering on and telling jokes. She thought that he was just there to collect a prize but it turned out to be Frank Carson!

Adverts needing an American sounding voice-over were done by my old guitar teacher, Pete Martin (he was actually Canadian).

I wonder what happened to him?

An early advert for the radio station

The DJs were very popular at the time and I remember Ian Calvert bringing a football team to our school in the 1970s to play the teachers.

Our teachers were hopeless (even the sports ones) so they inevitably lost!

The station was a big thing in the 1970s and 1980s and was eventually re-branded Presenters Brian Measures, Louise Churchill, Carmella McKenzie, Heart Plymouth in Peter Greig, Ian Calvert and David Bassett

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Rain-ing supreme in Stoke!

Come rain or shine, Rain Hair Studio wows with bright colours and on trend styles, writes Naomi Girdler.

The salon, which has been in Stoke Village for the last four years, has recently moved to bigger premises - right next door!

With more space has come rails of clothes, tons of gifts and trinkets, bespoke furniture, as well as a bigger salon for the stylists to work in and from pastels to bright neons, there’s not a colour the girls aren’t afraid to give a go!

Based at 32 Devonport Road, in Stoke Village, Rain Hair Studio originally began in Saltash 13 years ago, as a boutique salon. Over time the business has expanded into the city of Plymouth and now selling new and vintage clothing, one of a kind furniture and gifts, owner, Melanie Borlina hopes it’ll be a big hit.

old and everything in between, who know they want something unique and different and between the three stylists here, we have a lot of experience with cutting and colouring hair.

With a comfy leopard print chair, gorgeous ornate mirrors adorning the walls and the light and friendly environment, Rain is a stylish boutique with artistic flair and a laid back ambience.

‘We like to keep it relaxed. None of us wear uniforms and clients are encouraged to sit back and relax, have a natter and browse some of the clothes we have for sale as well as the gifts and trinkets too. I want to promote an experience, and not just a service.’

Melanie also works with her sister Paula Thorning and resident stylist Becca Clough, who between them like to experiment with cuts and colours to wow clients. Living in Stoke herself, Melanie wanted to keep the business within such a

‘We specialise in coloured hair and Rain’s Melanie Borlina (right) with her on trend styles, the more unique the sister Paula Thorning better! We live in a time of austerity thriving community. so we promote quality hair dressing at affordable prices,” said Melanie.

‘The high street is so often filled with big chain stores and “We also offer clothing, gifts and one off pieces of furniture. I’ve always been interested in fashion, interior design and unusual things! It’s all part of the creative and artistic process for me and that comes through with the hair styling as well.’

‘Here at Rain, we like to really listen to the customer and consult them about what they want and what we can do for them. We’re an independent business that celebrates the individual and the original.

“We have a great client base ranging from young to

we want to promote something different from that. I love the history of Stoke Village and there’s so many different types of businesses here, a lot with a creative vibe, so it’s nice to know there’s a bit of an artistic base.’

You can find the new Rain Studio in Stoke Village, and all are encouraged to pop in for a consultation and a chat. The shop is open from 10am to 6pm, Tuesday to Saturday..

Rain Hair Studio, 32 Devonport Road, Stoke Village 01752 560762, www.facebook.com/RainStudio

Chris Dawson speaks to Year 9 students at Stoke Damerel Community College

Chris Dawson inspires Stoke college students

It’s not every day a billionaire sets you a challenge but the whole of Year 9 at a Plymouth secondary school were given a task to complete when The Range’s Chris Dawson came to give a motivational talk.

Once the Plymouth-born entrepreneur had finished his speech at Stoke Damerel Community College – where he told students about his life and how he built his business – he asked all 240 of them to think of one thing they could improve on and write it on a piece of paper to give to him when he returns to meet them a second time.

“I was really pleased to be invited to come and talk to the students,” said Mr Dawson, who opened his first superstore in Plymouth in 1989 and now has more than 100 outlets across the UK. “I’m hoping I can make a difference young people are our future and I wanted to make it clear to them what you can achieve if you believe in yourself and work hard. What I want them to think about is that it doesn’t matter what your ambition is, you just need to have one.

“They asked me some interesting questions and I think I gave them lots to think about for when I come back to speak to them again.”

As well as asking Mr Dawson - who is at Number 57 on the Sunday Times Rich List - about his famous car collection, students also wanted to know what he would have been if he hadn’t been a businessman (an actor) and if he had ever made a mistake.

“I haven’t made a mistake,” Mr Dawson replied. I’ve had things that didn’t work out, but it’s always better to try.”

After his talk Mr Dawson also met a group of sixth form students and was given a tour of the college.

“Students told me they were amazed at how honest and interesting he was,” said Year 9 learning manager Dan Cole.

“Quotes like ‘if you don’t start, you can’t finish’ and ‘you are in control of your life’ and ‘my job tomorrow is to beat what I have done today’ will definitely stay with them,” said Mr Cole.

“So will the key message of have a dream and strive to reach it, taking small steps along the way.”

Year 9 student Eboni Longworth said she found the talk ‘inspiring’. “It really made me think about my future,” she said.

Fellow Year 9 Max Soutar said he thought it was a ‘privilege’ to hear Mr Dawson speak. “He is a very busy person so we are lucky that he gave up his time to speak to us and answer our questions,” said Max, 14.

“I’m really looking forward to the next time he comes in - I’ve already started thinking about what I’m going to write on my piece of paper.”

Radio Club on air Plymouth Radio Club will be broadcasting live from two events in the city in June.

The first broadcast will be on Lord Mayor’s Day Saturday June 6, when the the radio caravan will be located near the sundial in Armada Way between 9.30am and 5pm.

On Armed Forces Day Saturday June 27, the caravan will be located on Plymouth Hoe, near to Smeaton’s Tower. The club plans to transmit live throughout the day again.

It is the first time in the 90 year history of the Plymouth Radio Club that it has broadcast live from such events and members are hoping to make it a huge success. For more information about the club and its activities visit www. plymouthradioclub.co.uk

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