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Dear Readers Welcome to the October issue of Island Magazines. Mention the word October and I automatically think of crisp Autumn leaves, cooler weather, sweaters and boots!!! Yet whilst writing this, the sun is shining and we have had a good few sunny days leading up to this point. The Island is nearly empty of visitors and although it is nice having them here it’s nice to get the Island back to ourselves.
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In this months issue there is an appeal to all readers for your help with the Rotary Christmas Shoebox Appeal to send presents to disadvantaged children and you will find full details of this on pages 10 and 11. The ‘Dates for your Diary’ is on page 6 and although not quite as busy as the summer months there are still interesting events happening across the Island. I hope you enjoy this issue and please keep using the services of our advertisers and if you have any news or events happening in the future please feel free to send me the details. Until next month.
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Gutter Clutter We are now into Autumn and the leaves will be falling from the trees and they could potentially be falling into and blocking your gutters which in turn could make your insurance null and void as most insurers now claim that gutter clearing falls under general maintenance and is something that should be looked at regularly. When your guttering is blocked the rain water will over flow and will eventually cause damage to the structural elements of the building, water will erode the building material and can ultimately cause damage to the foundations, drainage system and the paving. Internally, damp will appear and create mold and mildew that is not only bad for the building but also your health. Having your gutter cleared once a year will significantly reduce the risk of any blockages caused by leaves, moss or any other debris. This means that the water from your roof will flow directly to the drainage system and away from your property reducing the risks of damage to your property. Island Garden Timber Care offer the latest technology in gutter clearing saying goodbye to costly scaffolding and ladders their hi tech powered vacuum with portable video camera allows them to survey and clean gutters from ground level.
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Helping the Honey Bee Do you want to help the declining Honey Bee population? Are you Eco minded and believe in helping Mother Nature?
Mick Dunn is a beekeeper who needs help to find a small, (or large) parcel of land to locate some Honey Beehives. Ideally this would be in the Freshwater/ Totland/Yarmouth area but would be willing to travel further afield for the ideal location. The bees are excellent and important pollinators and will help your garden greatly especially improving fruit and veg yields. Mick is a member of The Isle of Wight Beekeeping Association and collect swarms from peoples gardens when needed in West Wight.
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Micks bees produce small amounts of Honey which he markets as West Wight Honey. Jars are on sale locally at Orchards in the Bay and Thornes the Butchers in The Avenue, Freshwater. For further information call Mick on 753593.
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Totland Parish Council News One year ago, 13th September 2015, we saw the new path from Totland Bay to Colwell Bay re-open. We hope you have enjoyed the beautiful walk this year and continue to enjoy.
drop in and speak to your local Neighbourhood Policing Team if you have any concerns between 11.00am and midday on Monday 31st October.
Adopt a Planter; The Parish Council is still offering the ‘Adopt a Planter’ in Totland scheme for residents who live in the village. The Parish Council will supply the flowers, you can choose if you like, all we ask is you plant them and water them regularly to keep them blooming. If you are interested please speak to the Parish Clerk. Car Boot Sale; The Parish Council with the 1st Freshwater/Totland Scout Group held a car boot sale on Colwell Common to celebrate ‘Isle of Wight Day’ on the morning of Saturday 24th September. The Parish Council are hoping further events will be held on Colwell Common in the future and ask for support with them. Car Boots sales can take time to build and with your support we are hoping to offer these once a month from next year.
Ward Councillor John Howe Telephone 753414 or email: john.howe@iow.gov.uk Ward Councillor Surgeries are back on the following dates: Wednesday 12th October and 9th November between 11am – 12noon. All Totland residents are welcome to come and talk to the Ward Councillor.
Dogs on Leads; this has been much better lately, however, please keep your dogs on leads where required to do so. Unfortunately there has been a lot more excrement left on the footpaths. Apart from the serious health issues this has this is very anti-social. BE RESPONSIBLE pick up after your dog. Spot checks are being held regularly and we urge you to report any witnessed dog fouling in our area. To report incidents of dog fouling please contact 01983 821000. Police Beat Surgeries; Beat Surgeries will be continuing for now and you are urged to
Reminder: Afton Marsh Recycling Centre open days and times: • Three days a week; Saturday, Sunday and Monday, including bank holiday Mondays. • Winter 7.00am to 6.00pm. (26 October 2015 to 26 March 2016) • Summer 7.00am to 8.00pm. (27 March 2016 to 30 October 2016) CONTACT DETAILS: Parish Clerk – Mrs Helen Gibbs - Telephone 756028 Totland Parish Council, Winchester House, The Broadway, Totland Bay, PO39 0AX. The parish office is open Monday - Thursday 9am–12 noon. Email: totlandparishco@googlemail.com or follow the Clerk on Twitter @TotlandClerk You can also keep up to date with news on our Facebook page. The Parish Council meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, except August, and all Totland residents are welcome. 5
Dates for your Diary Monday 3rd October - Isle of Wight Family History Society open meeting. A talk on Wedding Traditions by Sarah Lang at Hunnyhill Room, Riverside Centre, The Quay, Newport PO30 2QR. Doors open 7 pm talk starts 7.30 lasts about 45 minutes. Admission members of the Isle of Wight FHS - £1; nonmembers - £2. everyone welcome.
Heritage entitled ‘The Development of Somerton Airfield’ will significantly feature BAE Systems, (previously Plessey Radar and Decca Radar) including the many community, sport and social activities of the company and employees. Also featured is Reader’s Lampshade factory which, one time, was based at the Airfield. 10 am - 4 pm daily with FREE ADMISSION. LOCAL ART EXHIBITION Saturday 8th October Please note our 24th to 29th October - Free Entry – Family Fun Day at venue this year is The At The New Rembrandt Gallery, Scarrots Sandown Airport in Fastnet Media Centre Lane, Newport by Local Artist aid of Isle of Wight which is opposite Day Ginny Evans Search and Rescue. Lewis Pharmacy and David Bowie Through My 10am – 4pm is set back from the Eyes and Life on Canvas High Street. Monday 24th Private Viewing from Wednesday 12th 5.30pm - 7.30pm. Contact Ginny October - The Sunday 23rd October on 07921 820911 for an invite. IW Branch of the – Big Walkies Isle Historical Association will be welcoming of Wight sponsored by RSPCA Isle of Wight Col. Kenneth Hicks, Participant and Local Branch. Dogs get your humans and join Historian, for a talk on The Suez Campaign us for the best walk ever at Seaclose Park. - 1956 at the Riverside Centre, Newport. Registration will be located on the main Visitors welcome. For details contact: 524410 green of Seaclose Park (alongside the council car park). There are two routes available; Wednesday 12th – Sunday 16th October 3km and 5km. Walks start at 11am Have – Isle of Wight Literary Festival at Northwood a wooftastic day and raise money for our House, Cowes. Now in its fifth year, the four-legged friends or register at rspca.org. Isle of Wight Literary Festival attracts well uk/bigwalkies £10 registration fee. known fiction and non fiction writers, journalists, military men, actors and Saturday 29th October – Pamper Evening historians. Some great speakers lined up in aid of Dementia Care. At Ryde Elim and some brilliant workshops to get involved Church, Albert Street Ryde. 6pm – 9pm. in. For more information go to www. Minimum entry donation of £2 on the door isleofwightliteraryfestival.com and all treatments are free to try. Nail art, mini facials, neck and shoulder massage, Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th October make-up, hair up, manicure, pedicure and - Isle of Wight Classic Buses, Beer and Walks reflexology, beauty treatments, mud masks, weekend 10am – 6pm. For more information and much more. Refreshments available. go to www.iwbeerandbuses.co.uk Organised by Jasmine Weeks in memory of Peter Gardner. There will also be an online Saturday 22nd October - Sunday 13 raffle with some amazing prizes. November - The Annual Exhibition by Cowes 6
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Once again the Island Rotary Clubs are sending shoeboxes filled with presents to disadvantaged children in Albania, Moldova, Montenegro and Romania.
Last year thanks to your generosity we collected 2,326 shoeboxes Opposite you will find details of what to include in your box and below you will find information on what NOT to include. You can deposit your filled box at any of the collection points listed below where you will also be able to pick up a leaflet giving full details of the Rotary Shoebox Appeal.
Bembridge - Biles & Co and Lloyds Bank Approximate size of boxes must not be Cowes - Beresford Barbers and Lloyds Bank 33cm x 20cm x 15cm or 13” x 8” x 6” East Cowes - Under the Umbrella Tree and Co-op Funeral Care Freshwater - Amazing Glazing and Co-op Funeral Care Lake - Co-op Funeral Care Newport - County Press, IOW Radio, St Mary’s Childrens Ward, Co-op Funeral Care, Jewsons, Lloyds Bank and STA Sofas Ryde - Busy Bee, Lloyds Bank and Jewsons Sandown - Jewsons Shanklin - Shanklin Conservative Club and Co-op Funeral Care Ventnor - Wendys
DO NOT INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:Battery Powered Items, War Related Items, Guns or Knives, Large items of clothing or shoes, Books of a religious, racial or political nature, Food, Liquid or Sweets of any kind, Medicines, Large Toys or Sharp Items.
Shoebox Appeal District 1110 Reg Charity No 1064463
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Final Date for receipt of shoeboxes is the 4th November 2016 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.
Approximate size of boxes must not be 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.
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Please circle who the shoebox is intended for BOY 1 - 3 4 - 7 8 - 11 12 - 15 GIRL PLEASE STICK THIS LABEL AND YOUR DONATION TO THE TOP OF THE SHOEBOX.
Report from Stuart Hutchinson: West Wight Ward. White Acre, Main Road, Wellow, Yarmouth PO41 0TD Tel:760048 email stu.hutch@btinternet.com. The Council pays none of it back, though we do have a commitment, as part of the deal to pay a small amount of the revenue cost. The Island Council had to bid for the money. We were one of just three Councils that were awarded a grant. Some might say that’s because our roads were in such a bad state I’m asked by residents from time to time “how come the Council is spending so much that we needed it more! But the important thing was that we won money on the roads when it’s cutting other services”. Services which are seen as being at the bid. Had we not done so then our roads would have continued to deteriorate because least as important. in today’s financial climate we could not have covered the huge cost of upgrading them. Usually that question means I’m talking to a relatively new resident because most do The contract started in 2013. There were seem to have a pretty good understanding undoubted problems in the first year or as to why we are doing that and a few of you are better informed than I am as a local two as the company geared up to do the work, and invested heavily in new plant and councillor! machinery. Part of the problem was that the elderly asphalt plant just couldn’t produce the But for those who ask, it’s because of the contract we have; my apologies to those who quality of material needed. The new plant at Blackwater is state of the art and produces already know this... high quality road material with almost no smell or emissions. I was given a guided tour The contract is a really long one. It runs for 25 years. It’s also the biggest, in money terms about a year ago and said, in all innocence, it that the Council has ever signed; our auditors that it was pity I couldn’t have seen it working – when I got closer I realised it was! estimate it’s value as about £725 millions over that time. Almost all of that money We are now gradually seeing the real benefits is provided, not by the Island Council but of that grant money. Section after section of through a government programme known road is being renewed and the new surfaces as a PFI which stands for Private Finance Initiative. That means the money is provided are a pleasure to drive on. It means that this winter we shall have a lot less potholes than by a private company, part by borrowing, part from revenue and the company is then we’ve been used to. And because the contract requires it, work on busy roads has to be paid through the contract for the work it done at night, so whilst we might grumble does. The contract is for such a long time because there is so much capital investment at constant road works, they are being done which takes time to pay back. Any company with as little disruption as possible. investing that much money needs a level of The renewal work is intense. Every road will certainty before they will invest. be resurfaced within the next three years. We shall then have some of the best roads in the The money to pay the company comes as a grant from Government. A grant, not a loan. country. This month I look at something which affects all of us, most of us use every day and gets no comment unless we are inconvenienced in some way. The Island’s roads.
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Monthly News Report by John Medland IW Councillor for Freshwater South. Tel: 07543 309 219 or email jcmedland@outlook.com Freshwater Parish Council, working with a range of partners, has been working on a project to provide a new information service for the community which will be based in the West Wight Sports and Community Centre In 2015 with the help of an “Our Place” grant from the Department for Communities and Local Government Freshwater Parish Council established a steering group made up from interested people including Freshwater parish and county councillors, the clerks of Freshwater and Totland councils, West Wight Sports and Community Centre, Friends of Freshwater Library, Churches Together in the West Wight, Neighbourhood Policing Team, Age UKIW Care Navigators, Local Area Co-ordinator Community Co-ordinator and members of the public. Following an earlier consultation, the public told us that it was getting difficult to access information support locally. There are a wide range of services available to different groups of people if you know how to access the information. This service will hope to be able to help people to do that. Around 25% of the Island population is now over 65 and sometimes requiring additional support to find the help that they need, others may need to seek information around council tax, housing issues or general information which may not be easily accessed other than through the Council’s call centre. By July partnership working between local agencies enabled the set-up of ‘Our Place’ drop in sessions with volunteers at the West Wight Sports and Community Centre every Friday from 11.30am to 2.30pm.
all local activities and organisations, to encourage “locally led action” and develop a directory of all the local services that are available as well as enabling access to statutory services and providing support to people seeking information support. In September Freshwater Council agreed to act as the employing body for the post. The withdrawal of IWC outreach services from the Library and the sheer difficulty of contacting County Hall means that we need local online services and people who know how to use them. One of the roles of the newly appointed ‘Just Ask’ officer will be to help people access Council services through the SWISH computer portal at the Sports & Community Centre. There is also a SWISH portal in Freshwater Library for public use. Although based in Freshwater the ‘Just Ask’ initiative is intended to eventually be accessible from ‘Just Ask’ access points all over the West Wight. Totland Clerk Helen Gibbs has already pioneered the information centre approach at the Parish office in the Broadway. It is also hoped that local shops and chemists will become places advertising the new ‘Just Ask’ logo which would indicate that they are happy to advise people using their particular expertise.
The Chairman of the Our Place Committee Gill Kennett said that “health, social and care” services all need to be delivered in more of a locally integrated person-centred way. The concept of wellbeing needs to extend to IW Council Public Health team have agreed to social activities to combat social isolation and support a one-year part time post to develop loneliness plus helping people to access the to a daily information service, to network with information they need to help them with their other organisations active in the area, to “map” day to day living”
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John Lea of Wootton has had his exciting children’s adventure story published by A H Stockwell Ltd of Ilfracombe, on 19th August. John Lea served in the RAF before teacher training at the Institute of Education of London University. He taught English for forty years in various schools before becoming headmaster of Ryde Junior School and then headmaster of Downside Preparatory School in Surrey for fifteen years.
John has served as organist at Ryde Parish Church for over twenty years and was chairman of the Isle of Wight Festival of Music, Drama and Dance for thirteen years. In retirement on the Isle of Wight, John has found the time to write his first book, The Vackie Heroes, based loosely on his time as an evacuee in 1941–2 in Ilfracombe, a place which holds many happy memories for him even of those dark days. The story is based on the author’s memories but the events are complete fiction. The book is available in hardback, price £8.95, at Ryde Bookshop or can be ordered from other bookshops and is also available online or direct from the publisher.
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FRESHWATER PARISH COUNCIL By the time this Report is published, it was hoped that we would see the completion of the road works in Avenue Road. Unfortunately, we have just been informed by Island Roads that the scheme will be delayed until March next year. Whilst this delay is very disappointing and frustrating I know that reasons include the need for investigation by Southern Water Services into the historic drainage problems. It has also been recognised at long last that there needs to be extensive road works carried out in Princes Road which have taken priority. So I am hopeful that at least there will be some long term benefit. Rest assured we will continue to put pressure on both Island Roads and the Isle of Wight Council to ensure the Avenue Road scheme is completed as promised. It is also hoped that with the support of local businesses forming the Avenue Rd Business Community (ABC) we will be able to create and maintain a more attractive area that benefits our community. With the recent acquisition of Freshwater Library, we will be undertaking some minor improvements over the coming months. These will include provision of a disabled toilet, improved kitchen and servery and some external repairs. It is not envisaged that there will be any short term interruption to the service. We have also just taken over the ownership of Stroud Recreation Ground and have set up a team looking at potential improvements. Should you have ideas or suggestions we would be pleased to hear your views.
I welcome Rapanui to Freshwater who now operate from the former Co-op. This vibrant and successful young Island company brings some good employment prospects to the West Wight. I am sure that their move to Freshwater will be a major opportunity for all. Last year there were many positive comments on the Christmas decorations through the Village. With this in mind Freshwater Parish Council have resolved to add to the decorations so I am sure this will help us all get in the festive mood. Should you wish for more information on any of the above topics, I can be contacted via the Clerks Office. Mike Wheeler Chair. Freshwater Parish Council
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A Hearty Homemade Soup We are coming into soup season and you can’t beat a homemade one… one of my favourites is butternut squash (this can also be done with pumpkin or a mixture of both) and I like to make a big batch so I have plenty left over to freeze and then I can just take it out the freezer in the morning and hey presto a home cooked soup for your evening meal with some nice fresh crusty bread!!! The beauty of this one is there is no fine chopping so it is quick and easy.
Add the cumin, coriander, chilli flakes and salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes ensuring they don’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
You will need Knob of butter Tablespoon of oil 1 medium butternut squash or pumpkin, peeled, deseeded and cut into rough chunks. 2 medium onions, peeled and cut in to rough chunks 2 cloves of garlic 1 red pepper cut into chunks 1 teaspoon of cumin 2 teaspoon of coriander Salt and pepper 800 ml of vegetable or chicken stock Chilli flakes (optional)
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Add the vegetable or chicken stock until the vegetables are covered and simmer for 30 minutes or until all the vegetable are tender. Keep an eye on the stock level and add more if necessary. Remove from heat and carefully add to a blender, and blend until smooth. Return to the pot, and mix in any remaining stock to get the desired consistency.
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Method Put a knob of butter and a tablespoon of oil into a saucepan and add the butternut squash, onion, garlic and pepper and stir.
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Your Local Independent Minibus Service
OCTOBER 2016
FYTbus SCHEDULED SERVICES operate to FOUR
scheduled timetables, Monday to Friday. You can catch Route A (between Freshwater Bay and Yarmouth) , or Route B (around Freshwater, Totland, and Colwell) in the mornings, and Route C (between Yarmouth, Freshwater Bay, Freshwater, Totland and Colwell) in the afternoons. We also operate Route D (between Freshwater, Brook, Mottistone, Brighstone and Shorwell), on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, to a scheduled timetable, providing residents and visitors alike with improved access across South West Wight. 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. Our current timetable started on 1st June, and is available on our buses and on our website (see below), or you can pick one up from our Totland office, health and leisure centres, libraries, pharmacies and shops in Freshwater, Totland and Yarmouth, as well as The Village Shop, Brighstone, The Crown Inn, Shorwell and The Sun Inn, Hulverstone.
OCTOBER EXCURSIONS 01 Sainsbury’s/Morrisons/M&S/Lidl 08 Sainsbury’s/Morrisons/M&S/Lidl 15 Sainsbury’s/Morrisons/M&S/Lidl 22 Sainsbury’s/Morrisons/M&S/Lidl 29 Newport & Waitrose, E. Cowes
The FYTbus Charity shop on Totland Broadway augments voluntary donations from our passengers, gifts from the local communities, and the grants from BigLottery and the Dept. of Transport which have ensured that the FYTbus fleet is up-todate, well presented and maintained. Why not call in when you are in the vicinity and see the range of books, bric-a-brac, CDs, DVDs, clothing, etc., on sale Something for everyone’s taste! Interested in joining us to help the community? You can volunteer to drive, to assist passengers, work in the charity shop, help out at the garage or in the office.
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 £5.50 £7.00
As usual, these will be on a door to door basis, with the minibus picking you up from and delivering you back to your home. If you would like more information, do not hesitate to give us a call, between 09.45 and 12.30 any weekday, or leave a message on our answering machine and we’ll call you back. Remember to book early if you would like to travel on one or more of our trips, 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. Please note that bus passes are not accepted on our excursions. 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