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And that’s it. 2019 - done. Welcome to the January issue and Happy New Year to you all. I hope you all had a good Christmas and you managed to grab a little time to relax with family and friends. It’s not just a new year to celebrate but also a new decade. It’s been an amazing year for Island Magazines, we are continuing to grow and reach more islanders every month. I enjoy hearing the positive feedback from readers, advertisers and contributors. I am very lucky in that I can say, I do love my job and enjoy every minute of putting each issue together. Although January tends to be a little quieter our ‘Dates for your Diary’ section still has plenty to offer including regular community events. Take a look at page 10 to find out what’s on. I hope you all have a great January and remember to keep warm and well as I’m sure there is cold weather on the way. I look forward to catching up with you again next month.
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Report from IW Councillor Ian Ward for Sandown South & Cabinet Member for Infrastructure & Transport Email: ian.ward@iow.gov.uk Telephone: 01983 403193 Mobile: 07772559093 SANDOWN REGENERATION – STILL MOVING FORWARD I am confident that Sandown will continue to move forward during 2020. We are now attracting considerable commercial investment which is the main driver for regeneration. For years we heard little but complaints etc that discouraged those thinking of investing in our town. I promote Sandown whenever possible and always encourage investors to see Sandown as ripe for investment. This year will see the completion of the Premier Inn around June/July; the continuing progress of the development at the site of the old Wight City building; the expected start of the old Pier Street toilet development and as well as the two projects below, Dinosaur Isle and Sandham Grounds Sky Nets. We still have our challenges, such as the old Ocean Hotel site etc; but Sandown is now attracting more investment than any other Island coastal town. DINOSAUR ISLE – TWO BIDDERS EMERGE The regeneration plan to make Sandown’s Dinosaur Isle Museum a more family friendly and modern experience by partnering with a company that is entertainment focused rather purely historical is moving forward. The potential partners are the 4
Winchester Science Centre and Dino Parqe which currently have sites in Germany and Portugal. Both these establishments have been visited and I’m sure would make good partners. It must be remembered that the Isle of Wight Council has guaranteed the status of our Museum to ensure it does not become a purely entertainment facility. WORK CONTINUES ON SANDOWN SOUTH’S DERELICT BUILDINGS The IW Council’s Enforcement Team are continuing to monitor the redevelopment of the building on the corner of Station Ave/Fitzroy Street, Although the owner has now engaged a developer; the enforcement team are continuing to monitor progress and are preparing the compulsory purchase case. The future of the High Street Kebab shop is also being processed by the planning department. SANDHAM GROUNDS – THE HIGH ROPE SITE WILL BE COMPLETED FOR SUMMER SEASON In the Autumn the sponsors of Sandham Grounds Adventure Park started the construction of its latest facility, the Sky Nets attraction. The steady development of the Adventure Park will attract more tourists and Island residents to Sandown; which can only be good for the town.
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Monthly News Report for Shanklin. Richard 07471 471960 Jon 07973 860086 Email. priest.gilbey@live.co.uk Hopefully, residents will have seen the considerable progress made in the renovation of Falcon Cross Toilets to accommodate the Town’s Community Library – demolition work should have been completed inside the building, with preparation for the renovation of the interior, scheduled to be completed in the Spring with a formal opening.
which will impact on Tourism and local businesses.
The Town Council have also allocated indicative extra funding to maintain the Carnival and Regatta, as well as increase the promotion of these traditional events, which are supported by residents and tourists alike; and extra investment may be made restoring the Esplanade Clock, 75th Anniversary VE and VJ Day Commemorative events (similar to those The Town Council are working with IW Library Services to maximise the shelving of May 1995). available for books, allocating more space for DVD’s, Computers and reading Also included is funding, if possible, to reinstate the water fountain on the areas, alongside provision for the increasing number of volunteers – once Esplanade and outside of the Crab in the Old Village – the project has the Library is completed work will start been delayed due to uncertainty over on the Town Office and the whole site ownership and the condition of the consolidation. mains supply. Councillors have included additional Shanklin Voluntary Youth & Community security, given recent incidents at the Centre have secured funding to location, and to protect volunteers and develop a sports DVD, working with users in the future – this is in addition local students, and highlighting to ensuring the amenity is as futurethe opportunities available in the proofed as possible; and the Town community – this will involve interviews Council have initially allocated some with Shanklin and Island Residents funds for story telling in 2020. that have achieved national and Shanklin Town Council is continuing the international success in their respective sports (covering Bowls, Football, Cricket, process of agreeing a budget for 2020 Athletics, Sailing, Fishing and Sailing) onwards, recognising the likelihood of further reductions in service provision by and the journeys made possible by local support. the Isle of Wight Council – in addition to uncertainties about the future of The Centre has also received funds to Osborne Steps, there is an indication that. there will be a reduction in bedding produce an ‘anthology’ of the Town and hope to include contributions from plants provided along the revetment residents and organisations – the (this includes the roundabout near Palestine Steps and on the Pier Apron) continued over the page
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finished product will be located in the new Community Library and will be a research resource for current and future generations. Shanklin Theatre concludes its Panto season on the 1st and 2nd with the final performances of Aladdin, and the Theatre then has a month break – with the Town Council planning a Public Meeting in February, to discuss 2020/21 Budget and the reduction of services proposed by IW Council. Meetings are also planned with Southern Vectis to discuss the maintenance and development of the service to the Esplanade, and creation of a heritage walk/ride; and concerns have been raised about any increase in demand at the local GP Practice as a result of the closure of the Beech Grove Practice. The Town Council are also very aware of putting in place plans to respond to the increasing demands placed on it, with only 3 part time staff and additional responsibilities, the need to review priorities is recognised and will be discussed during the next financial year – and future reports will cover this. Thanks to all residents that have contacted us in 2019 and best wishes to all for 2020 Jon Gilbey & Richard Priest
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Fourth Wednesday of the month Alzheimer Cafe at The Broadway Centre, 1 Broadway, Sandown, PO36 9GG from 2pm — 4pm. An informal meeting place, for people living with dementia, their families, friends, carers and those with an interest in dementia. Everyone welcome.
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Sunday 5th January – Plastic Free Shanklin. Join in with the first beach clean of 2020. Meet at the South East Beach Café from 10am. We provide you with equipment and Every Thursday – St John Ambulance adult instructions, so that we can clean the beach volunteers meet from 7-9pm. Anyone from safely. We will also arrange for everything 18+ years welcome to come along. There we find to be disposed of responsibly. is no financial cost to anyone joining us as an adult volunteer, we just ask for their Sunday 5th January – Walk your Dog Day time. Meet at 12 Manners View, Dodnor at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary. Park, Newport, PO30 5FA Bring your pooch to meet our donkeys. For more information call 852693 or Wednesday 1st January – Sandown Carnival go to www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org New Year Firework Display to celebrate the end of our 130th Anniversary year and the Thursday 9th January – Quiz at the start of 2020 we will be holding a fantastic Waverley in Carisbrooke starts 7.30pm. firework display from Sandown Pier on Teams of 4, £3 per person. Musical New Years Day. Come along with family & entertainment and raffle on the night. friends and celebrate with us!! The display Phone the Waverley 522338 to book a starts at 6pm and although the event is free, table. In aid of IOW Society for the Blind. please give generously to the collectors so that we can stage our Celebrations again in Saturday 11th January – Volunteer Fair at 2020. Event subject to weather conditions Riverside, The Quay, Newport from 11am on the day. – 3pm. The Isle of Wight Volunteer Centre have brought together more than 30 Friday 3rd January – Stargazing at Ventnor organisations to promote their volunteer Botanic Garden, Undercliff Drive, Ventnor. opportunities across the Island. Come and Join us observing the heavens. Register with meet them, make new friends, learn new John Slinn at 6pm, ready to start at 6.30pm skills or take on new challenges. For more and finishing approximately 8pm. £3 per info email volunteer@actioniw.org.uk person. Families (2 adults & 2 children) £10. Children aged 5 and under free. Payable on Tuesday 14th to Saturday 18th and the night. Cash only. For more information Tuesday 21st to Saturday 25th January go to www. stargazerscottage.com Shanklin Rotary Club Annual Charity Sale at Lower Hyde Holiday Park Landguard Saturday 4th January – Vectis Radio Station Road, Shanklin, PO37 7LL from 10am – Open Day from 10am to 12 midday at 4pm daily. Proceeds to charitable causes, the studio based at the Riverside Centre, Free entry. Limited parking available. Newport. Come and see how it all works all event information was correct at time of print. behind the scenes, meet some of the 10
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Report from Sandown Town & County Councillor Debbie Andre. Tel 07948 757977 Email:- debbieandre4sandown@gmail.com Facebook:- debbieandre4sandown No matter the result of the recent general election, the needs of our community here in Sandown will remain the same for some time to come. There will still be the homeless, the hungry, and the lonely in the heart of our community. Some of us will have made resolutions that we will probably already have broken. My New Year’s resolution to you all is that I will continue to work within our community, bringing people together to provide hope and support. We are so fortunate that we have many organisations in Sandown who work tirelessly and give of their time freely to help others. I am frequently reminded of those seemingly small acts of kindness that happen that have the power to change lives for the better. We have several care homes in Sandown and I would urge you to consider paying one of them a visit. There are some residents whose family may live on the mainland and they can go for weeks without any visitors. For a couple of years, I had a relative staying in a care home in Sandown and I thoroughly enjoyed my visits, getting to know other residents and listening to their stories of “the good old days”. January is also a good time for clearing out the clutter, including any unwanted Christmas presents. Why not clear some space and take your unwanted items to any of the charity shops in our town? They would love to receive your items. Don’t forget the Independent Lifeboat collection point down on the revetment. The crews are all volunteers and provide a fantastic, much needed service. They are also still fund raising for their building works to provide better facilities at their
lifeboat station. If anyone is struggling to pay bills this winter, don’t forget that you can contact the Footprint Trust on 822282 for free, impartial information about how to be warmer and save money on your winter fuel bills. They will also help you to find out if you qualify for the warmer homes discount offered by some energy suppliers to those on certain benefits. This is a confidential service. Please remember Foodbank when you’re out shopping and also any surplus food that you have after the Christmas festivities. If you’re like me, there’s always something left over in the cupboard that didn’t get eaten. Foodbank also run cookery courses called “Eat Well, Spend Less” which help people to manage on a budget and to cook delicious, healthy meals from scratch that are low cost too. Finally, I hope that you all have the opportunity to get out and about this month. We are so lucky to live in a place where a short walk can find us on rolling hills, on a stunning, sandy beach or enjoying one of the many cafes and restaurants in our town. Don’t forget Councillor Heather Humby’s councillor surgery at Sandown Library every Saturday from 11am – 12pm. I’m aware that not everyone is online and I want to be available to you to hear your concerns. In any event, please feel free to contact me using the details above, or Cllr Humby on 402024 or heatherhumby@ sandowntowncouncil.gov.uk Happy New Year Everyone!
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New Town Clerk for Sandown I met up with Richard Priest recently to congratulate him on his new position of Town Clerk for Sandown Town Council and here is what he said. ‘It’s really good to be a part of Sandown’s Community again, having spent my early years in the Town – living behind the Commercial Pub and going to St John’s Infant School. My early memories are of steam trains at Sandown Railway Station; learning to fish off Sandown Pier (and collecting driftwood before the revetment was built), and catching the Bus in Beechfield Road, when it allowed 2-way traffic. I have many happy memories including sitting on the steps opposite the pier, in the 1960’s, when the Queen came to Sandown; playing on the stage at Eastern Gardens and on the miniature train nearby. In addition to my current role working with residents, Sandown Town Councillors and Viv, Jenn & all at the Broadway Centre, I hope to use my knowledge of Sandowns’ past to contribute to Sandown’s future – the Town, as part of the Bay and our Island, has a wealth of resources in the community, and by working together we can help realise the opportunities that exist. Thanks to all those that have already popped in for a chat and the kind welcoming messages – hopefully we can catch up in the days and months ahead (possibly when I’m driving No 24 community bus around Yaverland, normally on Thursdays).’
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I’m sure you will all agree with me that this month’s front cover is exceptional and this is all thanks to the wonderful and talented Darren Harris who is a wildlife enthusiast with a passion for birds of prey, who sits quietly observing and learning the habits of the vast range of wildlife we have on the Island.
Darren has created an amazing portfolio of pictures which are now available to buy at Forest View Nursery in Newport. His photos show every tiny feature and detail of the subject and they come to life in front of your eyes which makes it very tempting to reach out and touch them. They make wonderful gifts for family, friends or just for yourself and every household should have a masterpiece like these adorning their walls.
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