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June 2016
Dear Readers Welcome to the June issue of Island Magazines. I can’t believe that close to half the year has gone already. I’m loving these light evenings and there is no better place to be then here on the Island, especially if the sun is shining. We have had a few really nice hot days recently, as well as a few miserable ones too, but lets hope that once summer is finally here the sun will shine every day. The Island will be getting ready for the Isle of Wight Festival in June and there will be celebrations happening across the Island to mark the occasion of the Queens 90th Birthday. There are many other events happening too and you will find details of them all in the ‘Dates for your Diary’ section on pages 18 and 19. If you are holding or know of an upcoming event please drop me an email so we can include it in the next issue. I hope you enjoy reading this months issue and catching up on all the latest news and information happening in the community. Until next month... Debbie text or call 07880 587 931 email: islandmagazines@gmail.com www.islandmagazines.co.uk Island Magazines
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Town Mayor Report for East Cowes From Margaret Webster
(Tel No: 01983 299082 and leave a message for the Mayor) What pleasing weather we are experiencing The Town Council has responded to the IW Flood Risk Management at the moment, let’s hope it continues and we do enjoy a really warm summer this year. Strategy, noting that there are shown on the maps more extensive flood areas. They also felt that any development should put forward As you read this all our year six children money for more flood defences. We also in our Primary Schools will have taken the SATS exams, ready now to move to the next stated that surface water flooding was an stage in their young lives. We wish them all issue and should be taken into account. good luck for the future and we thank their The Town Council has received their FOI Teachers for getting our children ready for request for Floating Bridge, it was presented this next steps of life. at the meeting. It was questioned whether I have arranged for both Holy Cross Primary funding for the new Floating Bridge had School and Queensgate Foundation Primary been ring fenced. Cllr Hillard has said she will School to share the Mayors fund monies for enquire and report to our next meeting. last year, so as to enable each of the two Schools to put this towards the celebrations The new arrangements for paying for travel that they are organising for the 90th Birthday on the Floating Bridge have been published, causing problems for a lot of the older Celebrations for Her Majesty the Queen. I generation. If you wish to go to Cowes may I believe that this is to take place in June at suggest a days’ outing and travel around on both Schools. the Bus Pass. At this point I would like to take this opportunity to wish Sister Margarete and her The Environmental officer has now started work in East Cowes. The paddling Pool on fellow Nuns at the Convent a happy future the Esplanade has now been cleaned and in their next stage of life I know that they painted. It is now fully operational and I know will move on with our very best wishes. It already being used. May I respectfully remind is yet another era end in East Cowes, they people that it is for the use of our youngest will be missed by so many. I thank them on behalf of the community for their hard work generation and it would be appreciated that dogs and bikes are kept out of this area. This throughout the years. facility is maintained by the Town council and Now to the news from the Town Council. The renewal of the main roof and repair work will be monitored. The toilets by the playpark have been repainted by our caretaker, many on the Town Hall building is now complete and the exterior painting and window repairs thanks to Walter who worked very hard once the toilets were closed for the evening. have commenced. The disabled toilet and baby-changing space within the Town Hall will begin shortly. This facility has been agreed for the use of Town Hall patrons. 4
Finally I would like to let residents know that representatives of the Town Council have met with the CEO Kevin George and Customer Service Director, Murray Carter of Red Funnel
Town Mayor Report continued to discuss the way forward for both Red Funnel and the Town development. We all felt that this was a well worthwhile meeting and have agreed to work with Red Funnel to come to a satisfactory conclusion for the benefit of Residents and businesses in East Cowes, also the IW as a whole for future generations. INFORMATION. Please Note: - East Cowes Town Council Meetings now start at 6.30pm on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Next Town Council Meeting will be on Thursday 16th June 2016 @ 6.30pm. Planning meeting commences at 6pm.
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Break the Cycle Community Interest Company has been set up to help and support survivors of domestic abuse to move forward with their lives now they have escaped from an abusive relationship and are living independently. Weeks, months and years afterwards, a domestic abuse survivor, although away from the violence, can still live a life mentally imprisoned by the trauma they have experienced. Many reporting a deep sense of self doubt and feelings of uselessness and insecurity about the future. When talking to men and women who would potentially take part in the program, many spoke of a need for support to forgive themselves for being victims of abuse and overcome a lack of self worth so they were able to have a better outcome in life for not only themselves but their children also. The six module programme is designed to fill the gap between agency provision and social care. While external agencies support these men and women to build external aspects of recovery, ‘Mind the Gap’ will work with the internal aspects of recovery supporting participants to not only come to terms with their experience but live a fulfilled life past the experience too.
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The Perfect Summer Cake I’ve been slaving over a hot stove trying to find a quick and easy cake recipe… I’ve tried and tested it several times and although its edible and tastes nice, I’ll admit it’s not the best cake I have ever made, but, and here is the good news, there are only 2 ingredients involved and one of them is ice cream and who doesn’t like ice cream. The other ingredient is self raising flour. The good thing with this cake is you can use any flavour ice cream but preferably full fat. I have tried it with low fat and dairy free but they just aren’t right – you can’t have a low fat cake, its just not right. The two ingredients you need are 175g of self raising flour and 1 pint of melted ice cream. Turn on the oven to 180°C and line a loaf tin with parchment paper. Sieve the flour into a bowl and add the melted ice cream and whisk or beat away. I used an electric whisk just to make it a bit easier. Make sure the two ingredients are combined and then pour into the loaf tin and bake for 35-40 minutes. If you want to get creative, before you pour into the loaf tin you can add any little extras such as chocolate chips or nuts and you’ll need about 75g of these. As before ensure they are mixed through evenly and bake as normal. Every oven is different and you can check if its cooked all the way through by using a skewer or knife in the centre of the cake and just make sure it comes out clean. If you think the top is cooking too fast you can always cover with some foil. Once cooked, leave to cool slightly and then turn out and enjoy a slice of ice cream cake or ice cream loaf, depends what you want to call it and for those that really like to indulge like myself serve with a generous scoop of ice cream on the side. 8
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Over the past 11 years Tim has worked with a variety of local bands, beauty salons, bed and breakfasts and other small businesses using a combination of bespoke development and off-the-shelf content management systems including integrating online shopping carts and hosting services. TL Design Works offer a range of services to cover all budgets and Tim is always happy to sit and listen to what the customer wants and works with them to make it happen. Two years ago Tim realised that sitting at a computer all day was not all it was cracked up to be and knew that he also needed to combine some physical work to stop the aches, pains and creaks in his joints. Tim decided to take his love of design and his hobby of gardening one step further and started offering a Garden Maintenance Service covering most aspects of gardening from planting out, grass cutting, hedge trimming, lawn care, weeding and so on and can also take on handyman work if someone asks. Tim now splits his time between gardening and website work and you can call him on 01983 613237 or go to his websites for more information. Gardening website www.timleal.com or Web design www.tldesignworks.co.uk
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Optimum Training and Lifestyle Matt McClelland is a freelance personal trainer and owner of Optimum Training and Lifestyle. Matt specialises in providing bespoke training and sports massage options to help clients reach their own personal goals. These include; weight loss, toning, rehabilitation following injury, increasing general fitness, strength training and working towards a specific sporting event. Training sessions can be undertaken at the clients own home, outdoors or indoors at a time and place to suit each individual. Matt trained as a sprinter whilst at Sandown High School and represented the Isle of Wight in the Island Games held in Gibraltar in 1995. He went on to gain a BA (hons) degree in Sports Science from Brunel University and a Diploma in Fitness Training and Sports Therapy. With a REPS level 3 qualification, Matt has gained experience working in several gyms on the mainland, becoming manager of the student gym at the London School of Economics in 2008. Matt started his own business in 2010 and rapidly developed a regular client base in Hampshire and Surrey. Having “returned to his roots” on the Island, Matt is currently building up his business alongside working at West Bay Country Club in Yarmouth. He has recently developed an interest in professional cycling and is currently working with the HR Owen Maserati Race Team providing sports massage for team members. A no-obligation consultation is offered to all clients and various prices and package options are available. Please phone Matt on 07872618782, email matt@optimumtraining-lifestyle.co.uk or visit Matt’s website www.optimumtraining-lifestyle.co.uk for more details
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East Cowes Business Association Our St George’s Day event was a success and that they can have on their surroundings, and as a we hope that you were able to take part in some of the free activities on offer. Prizes were town planner myself, this is sponsored by REAL Employment Law Advice, really encouraging. The UK has a planning system that LJ Academy, Co-operative Funeralcare, GKN Aerospace and Valu-4-U, as well as ECBA. We allows anybody to make wanted to have a bit of fun and celebrate our representation on any planning application, great community, as well as our patron saint! anywhere in the country. Churchill famously said “We shape our buildings, thereafter they shape us” and I firmly believe that. The We still hear people say that the ECBA is ‘for biggest battles often come down to whether retail only’ which is completely wrong. If you’re in business, then we’re for you! Around a particular design is liked, and as design is half of our members (like me) provide services, subjective, this can cause problems. rather than goods, but find that the benefits of belonging to a local organisation are certainly worth the £25 annual membership fee. We want all businesses and the town to thrive, and one way that we can all make this happen is simply by using local services and shops. Before going online or rushing into Newport, try YOUR town centre, you may be pleasantly surprised.
It is always encouraging to see new shops and businesses open, but we should also recognise those which have been a part of our community for many years. One of the longest running shopkeepers in East Cowes is Chris Wilson who took over Housecrafts in 1979 with his wife Janet.
I have been self-employed for over 4 years now (SJC Planning) and have not looked back. My workload is incredibly varied and interesting; I have been involved in everything from bicycle racks to huge solar farm developments but without doubt the part I love most about it, is the fact that I work from home, fitting in around not only my own family, but those of my clients. The ECBA has meant that although I am a lone worker for a good part of my week, I get the benefit of talking to other people regularly and forming a wider professional relationship which I would otherwise not be able to. I was genuinely surprised to find out how many other home workers there are in our town, we’re all over the place!
Housecrafts has changed a lot over the years, but the shop remains a family run business with Tracy (his daughter and owner of Flix, next David Burdett from the Heritage Centre on door) and Kev his son-in-law helping out. The Clarence Road has been compiling a list of range includes gardening, household, plumbing every business in East Cowes to act as a and electrical goods, so if you haven’t been in historical record and would like to hear from for a while go and take a look at the vast array you (regardless of whether you are a member on offer and get some practical advice on how of ECBA or not). We’re aware that there are many people working from an office or dining to fix that leaking tap. room table at home, and would love to hear With the decision of the Planning Committee from you. to refuse Red Funnel’s regeneration plans, people are perhaps more aware of the impact E Mail: eastcowesbusinesses@gmail.com Twitter:@EastCowesBiz Facebook: East Cowes Business Association 12
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The Arch explained
You’ve read about it in the local paper, on Cllr Hillard’s Facebook page, heard about it on the radio and have even seen it yourself, but what is the arch all about? How does it represent the town and what is the point? Why is it there and how will it get anyone into the town to spend money? Why is it made of chains and not Victorian looking?
will want to invest here, the more shops will be attracted, the more desirable our homes become and so on.
The positioning of the arch itself was a challenge for several reasons; access of course had to be maintained, but the real issue was due to the different landowners. The These are all really important questions, patchwork of bricks, tarmac and concrete so to put the record straight, I hope I can surfaces aren’t simply a series of historical explain why the Signage Committee felt that repairs to the pavement, but define the it was worthwhile. Importantly, the Signage different ownership boundaries, it was Committee is NOT a function of the ECBA, but important that the arch didn’t trespass onto third party land. To a large extent, this defined includes several of the same people, as well as Cllr Luisa Hillard, Mike Lloyd, David Burdett, the size and unfortunately is perhaps why some people feel that it is ‘just plonked there’ Peter Lloyd (and formerly Jane Rann). – the reality is that there was little choice. The idea came about because it was felt that The idea to use chains from the chain ferry the signage in the town was a bit confusing; the town had developed significantly over the came about because our chain ferry is one of only seven to operate in the UK, so is unusual last 10 years and there appeared to be little and undoubtedly very much a local feature. linking the old with the new. Importantly, the chains themselves link two towns together, which is something that we’re East Cowes no longer has a town centre hoping to achieve between the old and new car park, so the reality is that many people parts of the town centre. simply use Waitrose car park. Many people understand the town square to be Kings Square (also outside Waitrose) but this isn’t the case! Chains are considered by many as being The town square is outside Seabreeze, the ‘big’ reflective of industry and invention and it Co-op and Age UK shop. Standing in the ‘real’ is this history (which predates Victoria and town square, it is obvious that there are shops Albert) that literally put East Cowes on the map. The colouring, black and gold, is an along Clarence Road and York Avenue, but stood in Kings Square you could be forgiven for acknowledgement of our Victorian heritage. thinking that all East Cowes offers is Waitrose, a ferry terminal and a post office. We needed We would like the arch to be seen as a positive to attract attention from the new part of town, addition to the townscape and sincerely believe that once the planting has been to the original shopping part of town. undertaken (by Osborne House) it will be softer and (more!) attractive. By encouraging people to use our smaller shops and facilities will have a positive impact on all of our lives; quite simply, the more people spend in our town, the more people 13
Councillor Luisa Hillard – County Councillor for East Cowes. Phone/text: 07964 869341 or email luisa.hillard@iow.gov.uk The 1st June is a key date this year which will see changes to some services and deadlines for important local issues. The issue causing me the most sleepless nights over the last year or so has been the Red Funnel planning application. This month we will find out what Red Funnel plan to do about their part of the East Cowes redevelopment – whether to submit a new plan, or to appeal against the Planning Committee refusal. A stakeholder meeting was arranged a couple of weeks ago to discuss the options and I know that several alternative plans have been designed and put forward by residents, including myself.
gets sold to generate income for the Council – helping to fund local services which are suffering from government cuts. Please may I remind everyone again that those with disabilities or long-term health problems can apply for a free ‘Assisted Collection’ for your bins. After a long wait the Council’s Parking Strategy is now complete and out for consultation. Please read this and comment on the situation in East Cowes as many residents report that parking is limited.
I will let you know the outcome in the next issue! I am hopeful that a compromise might be reached which will deliver benefit to the community, as well as Red Funnel – true regeneration of the town centre – improved access to the waterfront, extra shops and restaurants (with job creation), improved traffic flow, and a more attractive marshalling yard.
One recommendation for East Cowes is to introduce Resident Parking Zones with permits for on-street parking. What we also need is a long stay car park for the potentially displaced commuters and holiday makers to use. Paper copies are likely to be in the Library or visit www. iwight.com/consultations and comment on-line.
At the time of writing this I have just ‘celebrated’ my three year anniversary of being a County Councillor. So much has happened in that time and I continue to work on local projects to leave a lasting legacy of my time in office.
From 1st June there will be a change to the pedestrian charges on the Floating Bridge and the ticket machines will come into service. Although I have spoken out against charging I understand that this is a desperate attempt by the Council to ‘bridge’ the funding gap caused by yearly government cuts.
Last month you should have received either wheelie bins (one green, one black) or two gull proof sacks. There are no major changes to the waste collection but the rules are going to be more strictly enforced from now on to improve the quality and volume of recycling, particularly paper. Your recycling 14
Some good news: This month we shall see the re-launch of the East Cowes Community Partnership for the purpose of delivering community projects and events. Your support and help would be appreciated as these things always seem to fall on the same
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Cllr Luisa Hillard Report Continued small group of volunteers.
All these emotions cause damage and can make you feel invisible. I am conscious that there are many residents By working with me and the three in East Cowes who don’t seem to get the principles you will begin building the information they need about Council services. If your local family or neighbours foundations for your POSITIVE future have queries or need help please direct them to get in touch and I will do my best to help them.
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My next drop-in sessions at the Seabreeze Café will be Thursday 2nd June and 7th July, 9.15am – 10.15am. Until next month, Luisa.
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Dates for your Diary Friday 3rd June – Charity Music Quiz in aid of Wessex Cancer Trust at Newport Football Club. 7.30pm. Teams of up to 6 people and costs £2 per person entry. There will be a raffle, licensed bar with hot food available and plenty of free car parking available. Everyone welcome. Saturday 4th June – Memorial Hall, Freshwater, Photo Exhibition – When the World Came to the Isle of Wight 1970 by Ray Foulk 11am – 6pm In memory of the 1970 Isle of Wight Festival at Afton and the famous public meetings at Freshwater Memorial Hall, 17 & 21 July 1970 when the festival was saved by the local community from the Island ‘big-wigs’ intent upon stopping the event. Admission Free. Organised by Medina Publishing to coincide with the launch of festival organiser Ray Foulk’s second book
the ladies of the Church. The friendly stallholders are always ready to explain about their products. There will also be a tombola supporting St John Ambulance. Wednesday 15th June - Rock’ n’ Roll Record Hop with DJ London Rock. 8pm – 11pm at Camp Hill Community Club, Newport, PO30 5ZA. Free entry. Contact Shavka - 07530 417179 for more information Thursday 16th June - Newtown Church will be holding a fundraising sale in Yarmouth Town Hall from 10am - 3pm with the sale of bric-a-brac, books, toys, collectables, plants, etc. Donations welcome. Any enquiries call Pauline 759808. Friday 17th June - Quiz, Beetle Drive and Supper 7pm in the Parish Room or St Marys’ Church, Cowes
Tuesday 7th June – St Mary’s Church, Cowes will be celebrating the Queen’s 90th Birthday Saturday and Sunday 18th & 19th June 2016 – Shipwreck Isle at Appley Beach, Ryde. with Afternoon tea between 2.30pm and Pirates of the Caribbean Village, Stunt 4.30pm action sword fights, Cannon & Firearms Sunday 12th June Big Birthday Celebrations - demonstrations, Blackbeard’s market, Live To celebrate the Queens 90th Birthday come pirate music, Young pirate entertainment, Plus lots more...Free Admission. Please along to the party on Shanklin Esplanade from 10am starting with childrens games on note stalls will be available for items to be purchased. Saturday 18th June Evening fun the beach and lunch for the children from 11 - 1pm - music will be provided by Shanklin with ‘pop up’ cinema, food stalls and much Town Brass Band. We will then make our way more to Shanklin Chine from 1 - 5pm for tea and Sunday 19th June – Isle of Wight Donkey cake and some great music all afternoon. Sanctuary FATHERS DAY - DADS, DONKEYS Entrance to the Chine will be free but donations to Challenge & Adventure and Earl AND DOUGHNUTS – Donkey walking for dads with a doughnut for afters ! Mountbatten Hospice are optional. Wednesday 15th June – Wight Maid Craft Fair Friday 24th June - Quiz Night at The Hare and at Wootton Methodist Church. 10 – 2.30pm Hounds, for the RSPCA IOW Branch, now with As well as the quality craft stalls, visitors can an added cash prize, all proceeds go to Island also enjoy the delicious lunches provided by 18
Dates for your Diary the event. Unfortunately this event is adult only and not suitable for young children, but please invite a friend or two and come along and support us... Just pop in for a cuppa or Saturday June 25th - Carisbrooke CE Primary stay a little longer.... call 07756 296249 for School Vintage Summer Fayre at 2 PM - 5 PM more info – Wellington Road, Carisbrooke, Newport. You are warmly invited to join us at our 1920s Sunday 26th June - Royal Isle of Wight County Show at Northwood County Show themed vintage summer fayre to celebrate Ground, Northwood. This is the show where the Queen’s 90th birthday this year. With cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry come first. lots of stalls, attractions and things to do, including performances from dance groups, It’s a fantastic day out for all the family, rides on a steam lorry, BBQ and bar, bouncy combining entertainment and fun with the castles, you’re sure to have a fun, family day opportunity to enjoy many aspects of Island country life and farming. The Main Ring is out! the focus and the action lasts all day. The Sunday 26th June. Up to 9 gardens in Arreton theme this year is ‘Come and Have a Go’ and will be open to the public to raise money for we have put together a package of non-stop Relate and St John Ambulance on the Island. entertainment, competitions, activities to get involved with, and attractions taking place There will be plants for sale and Cream Teas. Entrance is £3 50 which gives entry to Tuesday 28th June - Members of the East all the gardens. Pick up the Programme at Cowes Ladies Group invite you to join them the first garden you go to, all of which will for their Annual Coffee Evening at the home be sign posted. Parking is free. For further of Penny & Colin Guttridge, 34 Cambridge information call 865420 Road, East Cowes from 7 - 9pm. There will Sunday 26th June - Mad Hatters Charity Tea be a bring a buy stall, competitions and a raffle. If fine it will be held in the garden Party at Bembridge Youth and Community - indoors if wet. The proceeds will be for the Centre, Steyne Road, Bembridge at 10 AM East Cowes Methodist Church Improvement - 2 PM. Following the success of last years “Ladies Vintage Garden Party”... we decided Fund. Copies of the Film quiz will be for sale at £1 each and will need to be returned by to recreate it... with a twist! Join us for tea the 19th July. Call Penny on 292907 for more and homemade cake at our Mad Hatters information. Tea Party... Raising funds for the Wessex Neurological Centre, The Brain Tumour Charity and “The Wight Brainy Bunch”, If you would like to receive an supporting brain tumour patients and their electronic version of Island families/carers, here on the Island. We’re Magazines in your email not charging an entrance fee.... just a secret inbox each month email donation of what you feel your “Tea Party” eastcowesmagazine@gmail.com experience is worth! We are lucky enough to be supported this year by “Cantobelle”, and type in the word SUBSCRIBE providing entertainment throughout animals. £2 per person, max of 6 per team. 8pm start. Call 01983 523446 to book your team a table.
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