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Dear Readers Welcome to the September issue of Island Magazines. I hope you all had a lovely August and have been taking advantage of the lovely weather we have had. The Island has been soaking up the sunshine and lets hope that it continues well into September and we get to experience an Indian summer. The summer holidays are very nearly over and the children will be back to school very shortly. The holidays makers will soon be returning home and lets hope the roads won’t be quite as congested once they have gone. The biggest event in September may be the Bestival but there are still other events happening across the Island and you can find more details on the ‘Dates for your Diary’ on pages 10 and 11. This months issue is once again packed with news, events, advertisers and feature editorials. Please keep using the services of the advertisers and remember to let them know where you saw their advert. I hope you all have a wonderful September and I look forward to catching up with you next month. Debbie
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Are you looking for something rewarding to do with your spare time? Home-Start IOW needs volunteers in your area to support parents who may be struggling to cope. Home-Start IOW offers full training so no experience necessary other than the parenting or caring experience you already have. Our next course starts in September. All volunteers are subject to an enhanced DBS check. If you are interested please call us on 533357, email: homestartiow@btconnect.com, or find us on Facebook. We really look forward to hearing from you
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Get more out of life with the Oddfellows. Eating out, day trips, group holidays, tea parties and a good old fashioned chat, why not check out what your local Oddfellows can do for you. First formed in 1810, the Oddfellows is a not-for-profit friendly society with 240,000 members across 139 branches nationwide. Open to everyone and all ages, its aim is to help people join together to enjoy the social side of life as well as providing care, advice and support in times of need. There are four branches on the mainland and one on the Isle of Wight. Based in Newport, Isle of Wight, the VECTA branch is a friendly group who put on a host of social events for its members. Barbara Jackson, Secretary for the Southampton District, stated, ‘’We’re a friendly bunch and we are always looking for new faces to join us. Membership is just £30 a year and you get so much out of it. From social gatherings to support when you really need it, the Oddfellows is all about friendship and having a good time.’’
Each year, at their AGM, members nominate charities, that branch will support for that year. This year those nominated were, H & IoW Air Ambulance, R.N.L.I, Royal British Legion, Naomi House, Southampton Hospital P.I.C.U. Oakhaven Hospice, Rose Road Association, Dr Sheila O’Toole National Federation for the Blind, South Clinical Psychologist Hampshire Deaf Childrens Fund, Sholing Valley I offer specialist assessment & treatment for Study Centre, MacMillians Cancer Relief, a range of problems including:Gosport & Fareham Inshore Rescue, Orphans Gift Fund. VECTA branch charities were YMCA • depression & anxiety disorders • post-traumatic stress disorder Young Carers and Alzheimers Society. • bereavement & loss A charity particular to the Oddfellows is the • dementia & cognitive impairment H.A. Andrews Memorial Fund. To date the fund • low self-esteem & stress has supported 18 projects, with sums totalling • support for carers £760,000. At this years AGM of the society, 07846 960266 it was agreed to give £88,000 over the next 3 sheila@wightpsychology.co.uk years to explore ‘’Exploiting the hair follicle as www.wightpsychology.co.uk the preferential source of wound healing cells in human skin’’. Each year members are asked to submit research projects, outside the main charities, ie, Cancer Research etc, and one of these is chosen.
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The chair yoga builds on the existing range of Yin and Restorative focused Hatha Yoga classes offered at Yinspire, by Advanced Yin Yoga Teacher Jessica Garbett. The chair yoga is suitable for all ages, and can cater for most health or age based mobility restrictions, but Jessica advises people to check with her if they have specific concerns. The ethos at Yinspire is to introduce slowness and stillness – Yin – into a busy, stressful and often frenetic world – which is described as Yang. Yin Yoga is a quiet slow practice, which targets Yin energies and tissue in the body, countering the Yang experienced in daily life stresses. As well as the chair yoga there are a selection of other class times available, and private or small group classes can also be booked. Chair Yoga starts on Thursday 15th September 2016, and people can register via www. yinspire.co.uk or by calling 333888 7
News Report from Cllr Michael Lilley – Green Councillor for Ryde East Ward Email: michaellilleyiow@gmail.com or call/text 07769551578 The summer season is in full swing in Ryde and I had a wonderful evening sitting with many others on Appley Beach soaking up the atmosphere of Reggae music on a Monday. A key issue for me at present is how we make the beaches and Ryde amenities become more accessible for those of us who are older or have a disability.
our wards about transport and accessibility to local amenities and how this could be improved. One issue on transport was that many older residents who live in Ryde East rely on the bus to get into the centre of town but also get up early and would like to go into Town between 8-9am. However, their bus pass was only from 9.30am. This is to be raised with Southern Vectis at a further Update - Save Westridge Farm (Hope Road) event and whether a pilot scheme could be Campaign - As reported in my last month’s developed. Another issue was the pavements report, Ryde Town Council had supported local and wheel-chair access. It was agreed to ask objectors’ reasons and had recommended Isle Access whether with Ryde Town Council against approval to the County Council. The and the Age Friendly campaign team there application is due for a decision by IW County could be an accessibility audit undertaken Council Planning Committee in September. for Ryde alongside a local survey. This would See the Westridge Farm Face Book page for determine what facilities have good access, up-to-date details. what services were geared for Ryde Older Adults, and what needed to be improved. www.facebook.com/savewestridgefarm www.agefriendlyisland.org Tel: 01983 525 282 Working with Isle Access – Accessibility for all in Ryde - A number of Ryde East residents Roads – Speed, non-resident parking and poor have contacted me about how hard it is for road conditions - Through my surgeries and them to easily access Ryde amenities and I am local newsletters, I am still getting contacted going to work with Isle Access on how we can by residents in Ryde East about the state of undertake an up-to-date audit on accessibility the roads, parking by non-residents and the in the Ryde East ward and Ryde as a whole. speed of some drivers on a daily basis. This is a priority for me and I am starting a series of www.isleaccess.co.uk walks in the Ward to record state of roads and discuss with local residents on what needs to Age Friendly Island - On the 1st of August, be done. I feel we need to have a campaign I attended a workshop at St. John’s Church about this as many residents who have written about how Ryde can be part of the Island’s to Island Roads in particular get no real Age Friendly Campaign. Ryde Town satisfaction. I am working on a strategy to get Council has signed up to the campaign and more action and get residents properly listened Cllrs Lucioni and Woodward and I were too. In talking to residents I am delighted by appointed as Ryde Age friendly ambassadors. the practical solutions people have to improve Accessibility and transport for Ryde Older things but devastated they are not listened adults was concluded as the starting point to too. make Ryde Age Friendly. The three councillors who attended covered the wards of Ryde East, www.hampshire.police.uk/internet/ Ryde South and Ryde North-West. We agreed advice-and-information/crime-prevention/ to particularly ask older adults within community-speedwatch 8
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Set in the grounds of a Jacobean manor, it is an event not to be missed. You will find a diverse selection of local & mainland garden nurseries. Elizabethan “re-enactors” bring dancing, cooking and crafts from the past to life. There are dog shows, wildlife/ conservation experts, wood carving, archery, falconry, kayaking, tree climbing, cycle tracking, vintage and military vehicle shows, arts & craft exhibits, magic shows, music and more! Early Bird tickets £5 are available in advance from the County Press Shop, Pyle Street, Newport. Tickets on the gate £6, children under 14 have free entry. Ample free parking on site.
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Dates for your Diary Thursday 1st September – Ryde Main Carnival at 7pm Saturday 3rd September Ryde Illuminated Carnival at 8.30pm Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September – Wolverton Manor Garden Fair, Shorwell. Packed full of fun and entertainment for all the family this traditional garden fair is the most popular of its kind on the Island. Supporting Age UK (Isle of Wight) and several local charities. Set in the grounds of a Jacobean manor, it is an event not to be missed. You will find a diverse selection of local & mainland garden nurseries. Elizabethan “re-enactors” bring dancing, cooking and crafts from the past to life. There are dog shows, wildlife/conservation experts, wood carving, archery, falconry, kayaking, tree climbing, cycle tracking, vintage and military vehicle shows, arts & craft exhibits, magic shows, music and more! Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September – Cowes Classic Powerboat Race. The British Powerboat Racing Club look forward to hosting the 56th year of powerboat racing from Cowes, which will include the CowesTorquay-Cowes and Cowes-Poole-Cowes races. Race Start Times:- Parade of boats Cowes 08:45 am - Cowes - Torquay (09:30 am) - Parade of boats Torquay 13:30 pm - Torquay - Cowes (14:00 pm) - Cowes Poole Cowes (09:45 am) Monday 5th September – Isle of Wight Family History Society open meeting at Hunnyhill Room, Riverside Centre, Newport. Doors open 7 pm talk starts 7.30 lasts about 45 minutes. Admission members - £1 and non-members - £2. One Name Studies, the PROUTEN family – speaker Tony MilesProuten 10
Saturday 10th September – Whippingham Church (St. Mildred’s) is planning to resurrect the Village Show. It is open to all in the village plus wide surrounding areas. It is an opportunity to show home grown fruit, flowers, vegetables as well as classes for photography, art, handicrafts, cookery, preserves, poetry a children’s section plus a scarecrow competition. During the day there will be stalls, games and food available in our Coffee Shop. Schedules and entry forms are now available from: Jean Kirby on 291295/email jeanckirby@outlook. com or Sue Richmond 297883 or call into the Church Coffee Shop next to the church (open Mon to Thurs 10am - 4pm) Thursday 15th September – Dementia Conversations – Money issues, mental capacity and power of attorney. 6.30pm – 8.30pm at St James’ Church, Church Path, East Cowes This new initiative offered by Dementia Pathfinders and St James’ Church will provide an opportunity for carers, relatives and friends of people living with dementia, to share experiences, gain knowledge and explore issues that challenge our beliefs and attitudes. Friday 16th September – Charity Music Quiz in aid of Wessex Cancer Trust at 7.30pm at Newclose Cricket Ground, Blackwater Road, Newport, Isle of Wight. Teams of up to 6 people are welcome to come and join in. Entrance is £2 per person. There will be a raffle. There is plenty of free car parking, disabled access and a licenced bar. All proceeds go to Wessex Cancer Trust. Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th September - Classic Car Extravaganza 2016. Now in it’s 15th year, the famous Isle of Wight, Charity car event promises to be the biggest and
Dates for your Diary best ever. Vehicles from all over the UK and mainland Europe will be attending this unique two day show. On Saturday the show will be in the characteristic location of Newport Quay and all the funds raised will be donated to the Isle of Wight round table to support children in need on the Island. On Sunday the show will be held along the seafront of Ryde Esplanade. All monies on this day will be donated to the Earl Mountbatten Hospice. Both these spectacular shows are free to attend and public access will be possible from 11am, to 5:30 pm each day.
Ryde Library Events Under the Pier – there’s a whole world out there! Bring some magical marine life to Ryde Pier for this year’s Under the Pier! On Friday 2nd September, we’ll be out under Ryde Pier exploring the amazing marine life that’s made its home on the pier struts and in the sand. In the run-up to the big day itself, join our art workshops with Ian Whitmore and help create the longest bunting yet - a splash of sea creature celebration and colour to decorate the Pier! This event is free! Wednesday 14th and 28th - Ryde Shady Ladies (and men!) Colouring Club- 2.30 – 5, cost only £1 everything supplied including a cup of tea! Ideal way to make new friends we would love to see you.
Saturday 17th September – The Phoenix Choir will be in concert at Cowes Methodist Church, Birmingham Road, in aid of Cowes Friday 16th September - Ryde Library Long Sailability commencing at 7.30pm. Admission Health Walk starting at 10.30am. This event is is free but there will be a retiring collection. free but numbers are limited so please call into the library or telephone 825823 to book your Saturday 17th September – Hampshire and place Isle of Wight Air Ambulance will be hosting a family fun day at Sandown Airport. 11am Wednesday 28th September – Knit & Natter at – 4pm. The Fun Day promises to be a day the library, bring your knitting to this friendly to remember for all the family. As well as group – 5.30 – 7pm. Refreshments will be face painting, kids’ activities, a vintage fun provided. This event is free to attend. fair, BBQ and more, there will also be an opportunity to meet representatives from Friday 30th September - Ryde Library Short other emergency services and appearances Health Walk starting at 10.30am. This event is from the HIOWAA mascots; Teddy Medic, free but numbers are limited so please call into the library or telephone 825823 to book your Pilot Paws and Herocopter. place Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th September Friday 30th September - Macmillan - World - Arreton Sweetcorn Fayre 2016 at Arreton Biggest Coffee Morning. 10 - 12. Come and Barns. As this is our 10th year, we are celebrating in style with all things sweetcorn support this excellent cause with cake here at the library. Raffle and Tombola. - sweetcorn launching, sweetcorn speed eating, plus old favourites such as welly wanging, petting animals, terrier racing, snail If you want to start a book group we have many sets of books available for you to borrow just racing, real ale festival, loads of live music and much more! Raising money for Beaulieu pop into the library for a list and advice on how to run your group there is no charge for Respite and Challenge & Adventure. borrowing book group sets. 11
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It’s great news that The Dog Studio is now up and running and doing very well and this is all thanks to the owner, Beeche Taylor for bringing us this relaxed, friendly place for us to bring our pooches to be pampered, cleaned and groomed.
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When you first meet Beeche, you can instantly tell that dogs and all animals are her best friends and her calm and friendly manner immediately puts the dogs and owners at ease. She is a professionally qualified, award winning groomer and can style to breed standard or owners preference. If you are like me and are very fussy and have exact requirements then this is the place for you as Beeche doesn’t bat an eyelid when I reel off the list of do’s and dont’s and every time she gets it spot on. Grooms at The Dog Studio are on a one to one basis to make your dog feel at ease and your best friend can have a luxurious massaging bath, full trim, strip or de-shed depending on breed. Nail trim, ear pluck and clean are included in the groom.
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Report from IW Councillor for Ryde North East - Wayne Whittle, Hunters Way, Binstead Hill, Ryde, PO33 3RP. Tel 07792 670771 E: wayne.whittle@iow.gov.uk Twitter @RydeAbide During a busy July the Ryde, South & Southeast & England in bloom judging took place, I’ve been asked to pass on compliments to Ryde Town Council many times regarding the lovely floral displays around the Town. Let’s hope we get a Gold this year.
The Beach Lifeguards are back and doing a fine Job at Sandy Slip on Ryde Beach, they have already assisted and saved quite a few bathers on sunny days, its a good job Ryde Town Council support this financially along with the Beach cleaning.
There has continued to be a high level of burglaries, break-ins and antisocial behaviour around Ryde, the Police have increased their presence, residents who live around Canoe Lake have requested the mobile CCTV camera in hope that it will capture the late night noisy vehicular racing and activity.
I was pleased to see the ancient (1800’s) pillar that stands at the entrance to Sandy Slip repointed and repaired, this used to be one of two pillars that formed the original gateway to Sandy Slip that was once the only Beach in Ryde when the tide was in, it once had about 20 Bathing Machines along it.
Some residents have also suffered vandalism on their property, I have continued to pass up all incidents reported to me to the Police and I ask everyone to call in on the 101 number at every instance.
I do tweet old photographs of this and Ryde on my twitter account @RydeAbide you can also see them if you Google my name. There’s quite a collection on there of our Town and beaches dating back to the 1800’s.
We need to do this to give the Police a statistic that can force the commissioner to allocate more officers and hours to be allocated to police our sadly suffering district . There has also continued to be many vehicles dumped or left on our residential Streets for months at a time, if you are suffering from this please do email the make, model and registration details to me and I will notify the Police and relevant agencies.
I’ve been doing quite a lot of work within Isle of Wight Council in my roll as Chairman of the Economy & Tourism Select Committee around Devolution (combined Authority), there are a couple of options and info gathering investigations culminated in the Leader of Portsmouth Council (Cllr Donna Jones) attending the Select Committee Meeting on Tuesday 26th July where she gave a presentation and took questions from members. During the meeting she told us she had been talking to Hovertravel about running a second service from Portsmouth to Southampton via Cowes.
I continue to lobby Executive members and officers requesting more resident and time restricted parking for our Ward and hope everyone took the opportunity to feed their local requests and concerned into the online Parking Consultation (it closed on 6th July). We really do need to get this much needed local Parking policy change auctioned, the Council should hopefully want to bring it in as it would inevitably create more parking revenue for them. 14
I would like to remind residents that there is currently a live online Isle of Wight Council Devolution Consultation going on and would suggest everyone make their best efforts to log on and take part in it. Its important that we all understand the implications, pros & cons etc and give our views
News report from Wayne Whittle continued as this is progressing at quite a rate. Ryde Slide day was great fun this year with better warmer weather. Many enjoyed their slide down on the day, we’re still waiting to see how much of the past promised corporate sponsorship comes in before we release the final sum raised for our charities. Even Cllr Henry Adams and the leader of Isle of Wight Council went down for a slide on the day and a good time was had by all. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Bestival, HSS, Wightlink, Olivos, Island Roads, Isle Of Wight Council, Hovertravel, Fire Service, Inshore Rescue, Aspire Ryde for their support.
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