Island Magazines Freshwater, Totland & Yarmouth October 2015 issue

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Freshwater, Totland & Yarmouth Area

October 2015

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Dear Readers

Welcome to the October issue of Island Magazines.

As you know I always like to give a mention about the weather but really I’m not sure what can be said about it this month. There have been some nice days at the beginning of September but then I am also hearing that some people have put the heating on already!!! To me October represents Autumn leaves and Halloween and the nights drawing in but I really don’t feel that way whilst writing this but who knows what is in store for us in the next couple of weeks.

One thing I know for sure is that this issue is packed with news, information and details of some great local businesses.

You can read all about Art Therapy on page 7 and on page 11, if you are a cat owner you can find out how you can help the cat crisis on the Island. The ‘Dates for your Diary’ page is on page 18 and 19.

The Rotary is appealing to the generosity of Islanders in the hope that you will all be able to support this years Christmas Shoe Box Appeal. The full details are on page 16 and this is a great Charity to help and in doing so you will put a smile on the face of a child at Christmas.

I hope you enjoy this issue and please keep me informed if you have any news to share.

Until next month.

Debbie

text or call 07880 587 931 email: freshwatermagazine@gmail.com twitter @islandmagazines www.islandmagazines.co.uk

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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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Decorating is a bit like marmite!!! You either love it or hate it… If it’s the latter then you need to call in the professionals and JDH Painting and Decorating are just that.

Owner James Humby, has 5 years of experience in this profession and has carried out work all across the Island to the highest standard possible. He has rightfully gained a reputation for delivering a first class service and over the last couple of months he has taken on a new team member to work alongside him.

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As well as standard painting and wallpapering JDH Painting and Decorating can do doors, exterior walls and guttering, skimming and general maintenance work.

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Find us at Main Road, Bouldnor, Yarmouth PO41 0XN Tel: 01983 761310

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FRESHWATER PARISH COUNCIL NEWS This summer it was a delight to see the whole of the village come together, for the first Freshwater Live event in August.

Organised by a group of volunteers and supported by the Freshwater Parish Council a myriad of activities were held at various venues including the West Wight Sports and Community Centre, Freshwater Library, Dimbola Museum, Methodist Church and on Jubilee Field.

For those of you who enjoy the walk through Spinfish, you may have noticed some changes this summer. This footpath runs through land that Freshwater Parish Council maintains, and following clearance work to the south side of the footpath last year, this year our contractor has cleared the north side, installing a bridge & bench. Spring flowering bulbs will be planted in the autumn. This area has many Aspen trees. The Parish Council has been advised by MJC Tree Services that this area is congested & would benefit by being thinned out and this work will be carried out in September, when the Horse chestnuts that are failing will also be removed.

The MUGA (Multi Use Games Area) is an important and well used facility for the young people of the village, but sadly has been neglected by the Isle of Wight council who own and maintain the site. Following negotiations with Freshwater Parish Council, the Isle of Wight Council has agreed to carry out works to the area including installing new energy efficient lighting, repairing the metal fencing, wooden boards and fire damage to the goal areas. Freshwater Parish Council will also make a financial contribution to the works, with the intention of the Isle of Wight Council transferring the facility over to Freshwater Parish Council to manage on a long lease.

carry out works to upgrade some of the ramps in the park and will be working with the users on designs and ideas.

Councillors Lloyd and Hobbs attended the very first Newcomers Lunch organised by the Freshwater Village Association. There was a fantastic turn out, with over 60 new residents coming together. Several local organisations including the West Wight Sports and Community Centre, Freshwater and Totland Archive Group and Seahorses community art studio had stands, and everybody was given a big bundle of information about what goes on in and around Freshwater. It was a lovely way to welcome new residents to the village and we hope the first of many such lunches.

Councillor John Medland has joined the Parish Council in addition to his work as a Ward councillor. We welcome John and look forward to working more closely with him. We were also pleased to welcome Sandra Allen as a parish councillor at our meeting in July.

Christmas is coming and the Parish Council will once again be putting up Christmas trees and lights. If you have a shop or office on the main street and would like a tree please contact Emma at the Parish Office.

Don’t forget you can keep up to date with all the latest news from the Parish Council by visiting our website www.freshwater-parish. org.uk or follow us on our new Facebook page www.facebook.com/freshwaterparishcouncil.

You can contact the Parish clerk and his team via telephone 01983 752000 or email freshwaterpc@btconnect.com. The parish office is open Monday to Friday 10am to 12noon.

A calendar of upcoming meetings, agendas and minutes of previous meetings can be The Skate park committee have also agreed to downloaded from the Parish website.

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ART THERAPY

I hope you like this months front cover. Some of you will know exactly what it means and for the others I’d like to welcome you to the world of Art Therapy.

Art Therapy is exactly what it says it is… creative therapeutic colouring for grown ups.

Remember when you were a child and you were given a colouring book! It’s exactly the same as that… you get to bring a picture to life. It’s your picture/book and you can do what you want. You can use pencils, crayons, felt tips, gel pens, the list goes on. You can use whatever colours you want and if you don’t want to stay within the lines then you don’t have too as this is the beauty of Art Therapy!!!

I have the Secret Garden colouring book which is combined with an inky treasure hunt and features pictures containing birds, rabbits, insects and animals hidden amongst swirly trees, beautiful gardens and other magical wonders. I can find myself engrossed in colouring for hours at a time or sometimes I can just pick it up and shade a few flowers. There is no set time and you can make the rules up as you go along. Its relaxing and rewarding and you LIZ KEMPSTER can take it with you wherever you go and its not expensive either.

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These books are designed to give us a break from the manic world that we live in. Feeling stressed or has your day been frustrating, perhaps you are recuperating, or maybe you just need some you time… whatever the reason Art Therapy could be just what you need. You will find many local shops will be stocking these colouring books or you can order them online like I did from Amazon.

Not sure if this is for you? Then why not just colour in the front cover of this magazine and see how you go.

Remember there is no right way and no wrong way. Make it your picture.

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Report from Stuart Hutchinson: West Wight Ward. White Acre, Main Road, Wellow, Yarmouth PO41 0TD Tel:760048 email stu.hutch@btinternet.com.

Last month the Secretary of State refused permission for the Navitus Bay wind farm, on advice given by the Planning Inspectorate.

Whatever your view on the merits of wind energy, and I remain unconvinced that it is a reliable answer to our energy needs, this particular development enjoyed considerable support on the Island. The reason for that is twofold, firstly we are in greater need of economic investment than the mainland, and secondly the nearest part of the windfarm would have been over 17KM (10.5 miles) away, and though visible would not have been overbearing.

Despite personal reservations, as a Councillor I supported the development because of the very substantial economic benefits it would have brought to the Island and to the West Wight in particular. If the Navitus Bay company was persuaded that Yarmouth would be the best port for maintenance and servicing (and there was a very good chance of that) we would have had a hundred well paying jobs located here, and the huge benefits not just from their salaries but for all other local suppliers. The Harbour would have been less reliant on seasonal trade and the additional traffic for the Yarmouth ferry would have helped sustain that link. Vestas too, as the preferred blade supplier would have secured hundreds of manufacturing jobs. So, economically, it is very disappointing for the Island that we shall not now see that secured investment.

Authorities and others. The aim of the project, known as the Hampshire and Isle of Wight bid (HIOW) is to obtain powers from Government to enable us to boost business and skills, accelerate housing delivery (in our area that focus would be on affordable housing for those with a local connection) invest in infrastructure and deliver better, affordable local public services.

We stand a good chance of approval, because the overall size of the economy (GVA) of the area is around £47 billions; that’s close to the economy of the whole of Wales. Nevertheless we are still, as an average, 6% below the productivity of the rest of the South East and declining. We believe that with devolved powers we could reverse that trend by enabling the area to address its own skills shortages and improve access between the Island and the mainland. It’s early days yet, though we are progressing more rapidly than other bids. We hope to have the first of the approvals needed by the end of November.

Finally, a number of residents have asked me why they still can’t get faster broadband when the £5M project to upgrade rural phone lines completed last month. The problem is, that it didn’t. Over 80% of the work is completed but there are still several green cabinets yet to be installed. Engineers have encountered technical difficulties and there have also been legal issues concerning wayleaves - which give authority to run cables to a new cabinet. BT has been given an extension of time until the end of December.

Turning to other developments you may be As always, I’m here to help with IoW Council aware that the Island Council has agreed to issues in any way that I can. participate in a joint devolution bid along with Hampshire, Portsmouth, Southampton and the Stuart Hutchinson District Councils, supported by the two Local Enterprise Partnerships, the two National Parks 8

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There is a CAT CRISIS on the ISLAND and NATIONWIDE with endless cats needing to come into care, but the reality is that all the Rescue Centres are always full so can not offer the care so desperately needed to many FREE ISLAND DELIVERY FOR BUSINESSES Now offering a Contract Cleaning Service homeless, abandoned and neglected cats.

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From September until the end of December Feline Welfare and Pet Doctors are working together and they can spay your female cat or kitten, 4 months and over, for £20.

If you are on a low income or on benefits and would like help getting your cat/kitten spayed please don’t hesitate to call Feline Welfare on 521778 (answermachine at times) Nursing mothers can be spayed when the kittens are 7-8 weeks old - JUST BECAUSE THEY ARE NURSING IT DOESN’T MEAN THEY CAN’T GET PREGNANT AGAIN !!

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The Blue Crab Fish Restaurant High Street Yarmouth 01983 760014 Open Every Day 11am – 3pm & 6pm – 11pm We specialise in serving local fish, Bass, Bream, Mackerel, Cornish Sole, Smoked Haddock, Mussels, Scallops and Local Crabs & Lobsters. Come and try our Smoked Haddock & Leek Omelette, Roasted Monkfish Tail or a fresh handpicked Crab Sandwich.

We have a daily specials board, little nippers menu and scrummy Homemade Desserts.

Fresh fish is available from our Yar Bar every Thursday morning from 10am, for you to cook at home or BBQ. We also serve our famous fish and chips which are available to take away too.

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Totland Parish Council News Sea Wall: On Sunday 13th September people who have been supporting the campaign to repair the seawall from Totland to Colwell celebrated by officially opening and walking along the new path with tunes from the FaT Samba band and the Brighstone Barnacles. The weather held and a great afternoon was had by all.

the area. This project has been successful and as agreed this will remain until July 2016 when Councillors will decide whether to keep as a wild meadow and add to it, or return back to the regular cutting. Please let the Councillors know what you think by either writing a letter or emailing the Clerk.

Police Beat Surgeries: Beat Surgeries continue Car Park: As promised last month ‘The and you are urged to drop in and speak to your Broadway’ car park was discussed at the local Neighbourhood Policing Team if you have September meeting and Councillors were very any concerns between 11.00am and midday on keen to work with the Isle of Wight Council and Monday 5th October. to look how best this car park can be utilised to suit local businesses and residents. The Isle of Councillors also took the opportunity to Wight Council have commissioned WYG Ltd to welcome Verena Wilson who was co-opted in prepare a parking strategy for 2016-2021 and July. Councillor Wilson will become a member when agreed will set out the council’s overall of the Memorial Hall Committee and also has future approach to parking issues across the an interest in the Open Spaces.

Island. With regards to the street parking and comments relating to dangerous parking on Garden Waste Bags are available at £1.30 each Church Hill, Ward Councillor John Howe has **NEW** The Parish Office now stock good arranged for a ‘Safety Inspection’ to be carried quality dog mess bags 50p for 10. out at the bottom of Church Hill. Information Recycling Bags Collection Point – The Parish from this, I hope, will be available for the Office is a designated Collection Point for October meeting if not before.

Recycling Bags on behalf of the Isle of Wight

Council. To use this service you will need to Open Spaces: Tree works on Cokes Green, telephone the Isle of Wight Council ‘Contact Stokes Green and Turf Walk will take place Centre’ (823777) to be given a unique reference September/October weather dependant. number before you can collect them.

There is a five year plan and this is the first phase of works to keep the trees healthy. The CONTACT DETAILS: Parish Clerk – Mrs Helen Committee has sought and agreed a quotation Gibbs - Telephone 756028. Totland Parish for the removal of the moles on Turf Walk, and Council, Winchester House, The Broadway, the Council has applied to Natural England for Totland Bay, PO39 0AX. The parish office is another licence to interfere with the badger open Monday - Thursday 9am–12 noon. setts.

Email: totlandparishco@googlemail.com or Colwell Common: September/October will see the top area cut and these cuttings will be left for a week before being removed. During July and September I was lucky to meet with botanist and they have been able to show me the many orchid species we have on Colwell.

There were also lots of butterflies and bees in

follow the Clerk on Twitter @TotlandClerk Ward Councillor John Howe Telephone 753414 or email: john.howe@iow.gov.uk

The Parish Council meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, except August, and all residents are welcome.

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Shoebox Appeal District 1110 Reg Charity No 1064463

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Final Date for receipt of shoeboxes is the 31st October 2015 Age 1 - 3 Boy or Girl - choose from Small soft toy, picture book, hat gloves, socks, soap, hairbrush, flannel, toothbrush/toothpaste, plus other suitable small items

Age 4 - 7 Boy or Girl - choose from Educational book & game, simple jigsaw, ball, lego, crayons & colouring book, hat, gloves, scarf, socks, hairbrush, flannel, toothbrush/paste, toy vehicle, small doll, skipping rope

Age 8 - 11 Boy or Girl - choose from Educational book & game, jigsaw, ball, card game, felt pens, pencils, pencil case, drawing book, hat, scarf, gloves, socks, comb, soap toothbrush/paste skipping rope, hair accessories.

Age 12 - 15 Boy or Girl - choose from Educational book & game, playing cards, geometry set, pens, pencils, rubber, sharpener, pencil case, writing/drawing book, hat, scarf, gloves, socks, toiletries, washbag.

Boxes must not be larger than 33cm x 20cm x 15cm or 13” x 8” x 6” Please cover your box with wrapping paper, ensuring the lid is separately wrapped for customs’ purposes. Do not wrap individual items - just place them in your box, include a card/letter if you wish. Use an elastic band to secure the box. Cut out and stick the label below to the top of the box and clearly mark the catergory it is intended for. Please sellotape to the top of the box a donation of £1 towards transportation and admin costs.

You can drop off your shoe box(es) at any of these places:East Cowes - Under the Umbrella Tree, Co-op Funeral Care, West Cowes - Beresford Barbers, Lake - Post Office, Co-op Funeral Care, Newport - County Press, IOW Radio, Co-op Funeral Care, Jewsons, Staples, STA Sofas, Nettlestone - Vic’s Store, Ryde - Co-op Funeral Care, Busy Bee, Island Wide Carpets, Sandown - Moreys/Jewsons, Shanklin - Shanklin Conservative Club, Co-op Funeral Care, Shorwell - Post Office, Ventnor - Wendy’s, Freshwater- Amazing Glazing, Co-op Funeral Care.

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In September 2014 FYTbus was invited to take over the management of the charity shop on Totland Broadway, and this has been very successful for us - lots of our passengers having contributed goods to the shop, for which we are very grateful. During the past year, the charity shop volunteers have managed to “recycle” many items of clothing, bric-a-brac, books, etc., which has helped to keep our minibuses on the road by contributing towards the cost of fuel and repairs.

Indeed, throughout the FYTbus organisation our hard-working volunteers make a tremendous contribution by their efforts, whether driving the minibuses, assisting passengers, cleaning the vehicles, running the shop, helping in the office, etc., and we are very appreciative. If you would like to join their ranks, you can volunteer by contacting our office on 01983 752917 or visiting our website www.fytbus.org.uk .

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Dates for your Diary

Every Tuesday, 10.30am till 2.30pm Community Club of West Wight at Freshwater Conservative Club, Queens Road, Freshwater PO40 9ES. Free entry - chat, pool, dominoes, cards, board games. Call 07814 005768 for more info.

Thursday 1st October – FLU Tea Party 1pm – 5pm at Brookside Health Centre and West Wight Sports & Community Centre together with FYT Bus. Flu vaccinations will be available for PATIENTS AGED 65 and over, Pregnant Women and those at risk from Chronic Respiratory Disease, Chronic Heart Disease, Diabetes and Liver & Kidney disease. Following your Flu Jab at Brookside (no appointment necessary) you are welcome to join us at the Sports Centre for free tea and biscuits. The swimming pool will be open for public swimming during this time. If you require transport please contact the FYTbus Office on 752917 for further information.

Friday 2nd October – Olympic Dreams at West Wight Sports and Community Centre, Moa Place, Freshwater. Come and listen to Andre Usborne’s story of how he achieved his Olympic dream. Hear what is was like to watch Torville and Dean win gold, meeting Princess Anne, watching the Jamaican bobsled team crash and being with Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards at the Calgary Olympics! Experience what it feels like to lay in an Olympic sled!

Hear from Sport and Expedition Psychologist Sarah Fenwick who will be presenting case studies to give an insight into her work with sports performers from local to World Class level and extreme expeditions. Tickets £8, includes buffet and are on sale at reception.

Saturday 3rd October (and thereafter the 1st Saturday of every month) Indoor Car Boot Sale and West Wight Community Centre.

11am Sellers and 12 noon Buyers, £5 a table.

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No need to book, just turn up. Call 752168 for further details.

Wednesday 7th October – Goat Round Up 9.30am – 3pm. Come and help the Rangers round up our goats on Ventnor Downs.

Be prepared for steep slopes and uneven ground, come dressed in thorn-proof clothes and leather boots with good grip. Booking essential on 01983 741020. Meet at Ventnor Downs Radar station car park PO38 1AH (SZ 566 785). Bring a packed lunch Wednesday 7th October until Friday 11th October – Harp on Wight Festival In addition to the concerts, there will be lectures, teaching courses for all levels of ability including absolute beginners, and a wonderful exhibition of harps made by national manufacturers which will be at Ryde Methodist Church from October 8th. For full details please see www.harponwight.com, or for further information please phone 0198373930. This is also the number to book tickets in advance Thursday 15th October – Sun 18th October the Isle of Wight Literary Festival at Northwood House, St Mary’s Church and The Trinity Theatre in Cowes. They are also planning a number of exciting fringe events to be held in and around the town.

Friday 23rd October - The Ghost Runner. This is a 5km fun run through Parkhurst Forest . Staged after dark, runners will follow a well marked, flat off road course lit by head torch, while the spooky atmosphere will be enhanced by one or two Halloween themed surprises! This year, the entry fee includes a light supper, with proceeds going to Challenge and Adventure. This fun event is suitable for all levels - walking is acceptable! This event is being run in conjunction with Challenge and Adventure - a charity who have specialised in

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Dates for your Diary working with disadvantaged and challenging young people on the Isle of Wight for over 20 years. Registration and signing in is from 6pm - there is a briefing at 6.45 and the run starts at 7pm. Price: £7.50

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Friday 30th October –Cash Low? Cash Flow?

11am – 3pm This free event is organised by The Footprint Trust and is at the Riverside Centre, Newport Quay, Newport. Free tea and coffee and cake! On hand will be experts from many organisations, including the CAB, AgeUK and The Footprint Trust, who can help you save money and get you extra help.

Friday 30th October – Charity Quiz Night at the Hare and Hounds, Arreton starting at 8pm. In aid of RSPCA IOW Branch. All the money raised stays on the Island for Island Animals. Call 01983 523446 to book a team/ table.

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OCTOBER 2015

OVERALL AWARD WINNER 2015 Wight Community Access is a registered charity and a not-for-profit company. All our drivers, passenger assistants and other helpers are volunteers. If you’d like to join FYTbus, call us. Our garage is in Thorley, and our office is on Totland Broadway.

Flu Tea Party – 1st October at Brookside Health Centre and West Wight

Sports Centre from 1pm to 5pm. If you need transport and require to be collected at your door, please call the FYTbus office on 752917, leave your name, address and phone number, and we will arrange a time to pick you up.

FYTbus SCHEDULED SERVICES operate every weekday on THREE routes – Route A (between Yarmouth and Freshwater Bay) and Route B (around Freshwater, Totland, and Colwell) in the mornings, and Route C (between Yarmouth, Freshwater Bay, Freshwater, Totland and Colwell) in the afternoons. Catch us at our bus stops, or just hail us on those parts of our routes which do not have stops. Free bus passes are accepted after 09.30.

Timetables are available on our buses, or you can pick one up from our Totland office or charity shop, as well as the health and leisure centres, library, newsagents, post offices and pharmacies in Freshwater, Totland and Yarmouth. Timetable information can also be obtained by dialling our 24hr

automated telephone service – 03007 702015 OCTOBER EXCURSIONS 03 10 17 24 31

Sainsbury’s/Morrisons/M&S/Lidl Sainsbury’s/Morrisons/M&S/Lidl Sainsbury’s/Morrisons/M&S/Lidl Cowes and Waitrose, E.Cowes Sainsbury’s/Morrisons/M&S/Lidl

OUT 09.30 09.30 09.30 09.30 09.30

BACK 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00

FARE £5.50 £5.50 £5.50 £7.00 £5.50

Our regular trips to Newport, and monthly ones to Waitrose, are very popular, so book early, by phoning our office on 01983 752917. If a minimum number of bookings is not achieved for an excursion, we might have to cancel it (as you will appreciate, we have to cover our costs), but we will always let you know. Excursions will be confirmed (or cancelled) by phone, one day before departure. All our excursions are on a door-todoor basis, picking you up from and returning you to your home. For more information, call us, between 09.45 and 12.30 any weekday. Free bus passes are NOT accepted on these trips.

Wight Community Access – FYTbus, Winchester House, The Broadway, Totland Bay. PO39 0AX Tel: 01983 752917 Web: www.fytbus.org.uk Email: info@fytbus.org.uk