Island Magazines Cowes, Gurnard & Northwood November 2015 Issue

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November 2015 Your Local Community Magazine

Dear Readers Welcome to the November issue of Island Magazines.

I can hardly believe where the year has gone and I think it is now acceptable for me to be able to mention Christmas, because lets be honest it’s not far away now!!! The end of October sees Halloween and then the beginning of November its Guy Fawkes and then its a straight run to Christmas.

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There has been a change in the weather and there is now a chill in the air, personally I don’t mind this, its the rain I don’t like so lets keep our fingers crossed for a relatively dry November.

This month I have been on a learning expedition and paid a visit to the Isle of Wight Bat Hospital and you can read all about it on page 19 There is still plenty to do on the Island and you’ll find details of Christmas Fayres, Guy Fawkes Parties and charity events listed in the Dates for your Diary on page 12.

Please keep supporting the advertisers and using their services and please always let me know if you have any news you want to share.

Until next month...

Debbie

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The editor does not necessarily hold the same views as those expressed by contributors and advertisers and reserves the right to refuse or alter material where necessary.

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General property maintenance and landscape gardening are the services offered by G A Property Services. From the small job that you have been putting off and never got around to, to complete garden makeovers.

As Autumn approaches, this is a good time to sort the hedges or perhaps you have let the garden get away from you during the summer holidays and could now do with a general clear up? Whatever the reason then a call to Guy will get the ball rolling.

He offers one off visits or regular maintenance throughout the season, for business, residential and holiday homes as required.

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NORTHWOOD PARISH COUNCIL NEWS

By Chris Riddet POLICE REPORT - PCSO Derek Howard JOINT MEETING, COWES, GURNARD, presented the report of the Local Safety NORTHWOOD - The chairman advised that the initial part of the meeting had focussed on Neighbourhood (LSN) team on matters arising the current Grounds Maintenance and Beach since the last meeting. Two Speed Watch events had taken place –1 October, in Pallance Cleaning contracts. The representatives had suggested that in the future best value might Road. 171 vehicles had passed through during a 90 minute period recording only 1 vehicle be better achieved by combined working. It breaching the limit. And 2 October, in Place had therefore been agreed to take a proactive stance by seeking quotations, to include Road. 420 vehicles had passed through during a 65 minute period with no recorded breaches those areas pertinent to the three councils, of the speed limit. A Speed Watch cowhich could achieve economies of scale for 2016/17. Details of the current grass cutting ordinator for the Cowes area was required and regime for the Venner Avenue play area had further volunteers would be very welcome; been forwarded to the clerk for Cowes Town Hampshire Alert – a free web based system enabling members of the public to receive Council, to assist in this process police related information by various forms of Additionally it had been agreed to invite Island Roads to take part in a joint meeting to media discuss a number of perceived problems in the Further information could be obtained from Island Roads contract in the Cowes local area. PCSO Howard by emailing him on - derek-john. howard@hampshire.pnn.police.uk This had been organised to take place on 28 October at St Christopher House, Newport.

SPEEDING NODES ROAD - Mr T Percival a local VENNER AVENUE FOOTBALL PITCH - The clerk resident was in attendance and addressed the advised that due to an error in the calculation Parish Council with regard to his concerns over perceived speeding along Nodes Road/Place of the Parish Council’s contribution towards the Parks Service at the Venner Avenue play Road. Photographs picturing two accidents that had occurred at the Four Cross junction park, Mr Lee Matthews, the Recreation and Public Spaces Manager had confirmed that the were circulated for information.

PCSO Howard advised that there was no IW Council would not re-charge the costs of re-instating the football pitch area. The work record of any complaints of speeding in this to re-seed the area and move the goal posts vicinity having been received by the police. would in all probability take place in the early Only one accident had been recorded during the last five years, which in his view, suggested Spring. that there was no major problem at this WINTER PLANTING - As the tubs and planters junction. PCSO Howard volunteered to set up a Speed Watch event along Nodes Road/ continued to provide such a lovely display, Cllr Pullen spoke of his reluctance to remove Place Road and invited Mr Percival to take part. Cllr J Nicholson also agreed to request the plants, at this present time. However, quotations were being obtained for the winter the IW Council’s Highways safety officer to consider the re-positioning of the speed limit planting, which would need to be ordered prior to the next meeting. It was decided that signs in this area and would report back to the November meeting. a maximum spend of £300 on the winter planting be approved.

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Thursday 5th Nov 6pm– Come in for take away Mulled Cider, Curried Pumpkin Soup, fish & chips and more to celebrate Guy Fawkes Firework Night in Yarmouth

Dates for your Diary Thursday 5th November – Guy Fawkes in the Square. The Torch Light Parade and Firework Display has been held here in Yarmouth for many years. It starts with a party in the Square, a parade to the Common that provides a grandstand for the firework display offshore Thursday 5th November – Friends of Hayland Primary School – Family Firework Fun at Hayland Primary School, Bettesworth Road, Ryde. Food served from 5.45 – 7pm and fireworks start at 7.15pm. Tickets £2.50 available before and after school from Friends of Haylands or from Ryde Library.

Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th November – Cowes Christmas Fair at Cowes Yacht Haven.

10.30am – 4.30pm. A vast range of stalls selling a fabulous variety of quality, unique gifts and crafts from talented crafters and small Island businesses. Free entry, free parking, over 60 stalls and refreshments available

Saturday 21st November – Charity general knowledge quiz night at Newport Football Club in aid of Cats Protections IOW. 7.30pm – 10.30pm. Teams of up to 6 people can come and join the fun and help raise the kitty for the kitties! There will be a raffle, licensed bar and free car parking available. Cost £2 per person Saturday 7th November - Northwood Firework to enter. Everyone welcome.

Spectacular at the Tank Museum from 5pm. A huge firework display with a large bonfire, hot Friday 27th November– Charity Quiz Night at the Hare and Hounds, Arreton starting at 8pm. food, mulled wine, toffee apples and much more. We advise car sharing, public transport In aid of RSPCA IOW Branch. All the money raised stays on the Island for Island Animals. or walking to the venue as our free parking Call 01983 523446 to book a team/table spaces are limited. Adults £5 kids £3 Tickets from Poppies Cafe 300036 Saturday 28th November Christmas Crafts & Food Fair at Cowes Library 10am - 2pm. There Saturday 7th November - Sandown Carnival will be a variety of arts and craft work and and Fireworks. Music and entertainments foods to buy and anyone who is interested in from 6pm. Carnival parade at 6:30pm taking part can contact the Library for further 6.30/7.30pm beach fire shows and finale fireworks at 8:00pm. ENTRY FREE - donations information or to book a table on 01983 appreciated. For more up to date information 293341. Children will have lots of fun with Christmas crafts, face painting, and more. go to www.sandowncarnival.com There be will also be raffle with quality prizes.

Tables are available at £6. Any food for sale Sunday 8th November – Barton Manor should have ingredients listed.

Christmas Fair, Whippingham Road, East cowes. 10am – 4pm Come and enjoy Saturday 28th November – Feline Welfare Christmas at Barton - we have live music and Nine Lives Cat Rescue Christmas Fayre at BBQ - Food Hall - Craft Stalls - Horse and Holy Cross School, Millfield Avenue, (off Old Carriage rides (thanks to Windmill carriages) - mulled wine- roasted chestnuts - craft stalls - Road) East Cowes. 10.30am – 1.30pm. Raffle, and much more. Come and enjoy the beautiful Refreshments, homemade cakes, tombola, gardens of Barton Manor. Adults £4, children stalls and more. Donations of food, toys and treats for the cats in care will also be greatly £1.50 and under 5 Free. Raising money for appreciated.

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What’s happening in our area by ‘local and vocal’ Lora Peacey-Wilcox CYCLE RACK RED FUNNEL: Cyclewight have asked Red Funnel if they would consider putting in a bike rack for users of their service at Cowes.

ST.MARYS RD CAR PARK: Once again people have been dumping large amounts of rubbish. If you see people dumping, please report it on 822440.

REMEMBRANCE: Sunday 8th Nov. Northwood House Park. 10.50am. I will be attending Newport Service this year as Vice Chair of the IW Council, on behalf of the Chair of IWC. ISLAND BABY ROADSHOW: Riverside Centre.

15th November. 10-4pm. From Midwives, health visitors, early years, family information zone, to fire brigade, everyone under one roof for anyone connected to someone having a baby or with young children, or even if you just want to know more about health and safety related issues for young children and parents to be!

MEDINA WHARF: I have received complaints about the noise levels and times of operation on site. The number of applications for this site is extensive. I will wade my way through to see if there were restrictions put in place.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE: I receive weekly requests for help from our elderly residents or their family. I understand the Adult care social bill is in excess of £68M. I would advise as many of you as can, to plan ahead!

We have cuts being put upon us, yearly by Government. Funding is critically tight.

Personally, I am preparing NOW. COWES NORTHWOOD CEMETERY: Information Day at NORTHWARD HOUSE. Saturday 7th Nov. 10-2pm. Come and see how they will be spending £1.68M grant from Lottery.

WHIPPINGHAM: Well done to the 3 little girls who were fed up with the litter on their new estate, so put on rubber gloves and filled bags with rubbish from the area!

MEDINA YARD PLAN: I attended yet another As always, YOU are my extra eyes and ears. public consultation. The concerns were Please keep in touch on: lora@onwight.net or about the lack of boatbuilding facilities/space 149 Newport Rd. Cowes. available. I have contacted a couple of users down there with regard to meeting up and hearing their thoughts and what can be done.

ASH GROVE: A number of people have requested a one way restriction put in around this area. I am meeting with Island Roads to discuss how we move forward.

NEWPORT RD: I am meeting Island Roads on site at the narrowest part of Newport Road between Stephensons’ and Trent House, to try and sort, once and for all the Traffic order on that area.

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News Report from Independent Isle of Wight Cllr Paul Fuller - 74 Wyatts Lane, Cowes, PO31 8QA. Telephone: 01983 289595 - Email: paulfulleriw@gmail.com Construction Traffic Parking - I’ve requested Cowes Breakwater: Rock Deliveries - Last that contractors working in and around Worsley month, I intervened following complaints Road are sympathetic to where they park, and received from residents over rock deliveries.

Subsequently, Environmental Health has spoken whether it’s possible to park on site. Although to contractors and Harbour Commissioners on this may not always be possible, I’ve raised this times when this can occur with less disruption. and hope this situation can improve.

Re-opening of Gurnard to Thorness Cliff Path - NHS Dentists - Thank you to those residents This link reopened last month. Thank you to all who contacted me regarding their experiences finding NHS dentists. Following feedback landowners for making this possible! received, I’m meeting with our MP who I’m hopeful can offer assistance.

Planning Applications - I’m advised that the application adjacent to Dottens Farm for Tuttons Hill: Speedwatch - I will shortly be 11 dwellings will be considered by the IW writing ‘formally’ to residents requesting Council’s Planning Committee. Once a date and recommendation is decided, I will advise support volunteering for a Community Speedwatch for Tuttons Hill. Please contact me residents. if you are willing to help out!.

Gurnard School Former Playing Field and Mornington Woods - Volunteers have been Orchard - The land has been transferred to given the go ahead to reinstate the pond, Gurnard Parish Council, who has in place a infilled and subsequently resulted in increased working group overseeing day to day surface water run-off in the area. management and public use of.

In the coming months hedges will be cut, the grass will be topped and the Green Gym are due to manage the weeds and brambles on site. Many thanks to Martin Bilson and Terry & June Butchers for their support and ongoing generosity. If you wish to join the working group, please contact Parish Clerk, Sue Waters on 07443 656480.

Council Tax Support Consultation - The IW Council is seeking views on proposals to offer Council Tax Support for residents. Please visit: https://www.iwight.com/Residents/BenefitsCouncil-Tax-and-Business-Rates/Loc al-Council-Tax-Support/test3 This consultation closes on Friday 6th November, and will be particularly relevant to residents in work and on low incomes.

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Litter Bins - Following nifty detective work by Gurnard’s Parish Clerk, new litter bins will be provided on the Esplanades between Cowes and Gurnard following the disappearance of bins over the passage of time.

Assisted Collections - I know a large number of residents still struggle physically leaving out refuse before collection each week. Please note residents can apply for assisted collections whereby refuse is collected from an agreed point when mobility is impaired. This service, is free to residents who are entitled. To apply, please contact: 01983 823777.

More Rubbish - November see’s the commencement of the new Waste Contract which was awarded to AmeyCespa.

On this subject, a resident contacted me

News Report from Independent Isle of Wight Cllr Paul Fuller continued regarding the collection of refuse for be folded and put away or used to store waste households with limited space. Because this bags in. enquiry and response was helpful I have copied this below: The Gull-Proof sacks are weighted to prevent them blowing away, residents will be encourage What is going to happen to those of us who to put and address label (luggage tag style) don’t have space for wheelie bins? in-case it goes walkabout - so that it can be returned. Although they are branded Amey will be conducting a new survey of Gull-Proof sacks, they are a proven deterrent to all properties during the period November/ other urban wildlife and will reduce litter and December, to establish the suitability of each detritus on the streets on bin day. property for bins.

Should a resident feel they are allocated the Properties that are not suitable for bins will wrong receptacle type, they will need to be provided with a gull-proof reusable sack to contact the call centre and allocations will be put their waste bags out in on black bag day reviewed on an individual basis. and put recycling sack out in on recycling day.

During the week the gull-proof sacks can either

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Like many I have heard of the Isle of Wight Bat Hospital but I can’t say I know a lot about them so I decided to get in contact with them to learn a little more about these wonderful mammals.

Even if the bat has more holes in its wings than a colander they can still give it antibiotics to help the wing repair itself but it is important they do this as soon as they can to stop infections and for more serious injuries they work closely with Dr Ian Green of Green and Forster Veterinary Clinic.

The IOW Bat Hospital was founded by Donna and Graham Street and has been active since 1996. The beds in their hospital are always full but they always have vacancies as they will never turn a bat away. All the bats they deal with have been found by members of the public and the majority of them have been injured, with most injuries caused by cats and both Donna and Graham know that it’s only natural for cats to want to play with bats as they have 7 cats themselves so never judge others.

The IOW Bat Hospital nurse bats back to health and once they are fully recovered they will be released back to nature where they were found.

I found out loads of bat facts and never realised that there are 17 breeding species of bat living in Britain and the most common bat is the pipistrelle and astonishingly this species only weighs between 4g-7g and its head and body is only 3.3cm – 4.8cm (about the size of your thumb) You can visit their website to find more information at www.isleofwightbathospital. org.uk or follow them on Facebook.

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