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Food bank set to start David made a difference Potential for town is massive Gardening for good Help from unsung heroes County matters WIN a turkey for Christmas What’s On in November What’s On calendar REMEMBRANCE DAY PROGRAMME Kids’ zone Wild About Ivybridge Pets’ Corner Clubs & groups Take better photos Sport
Don’t mention the ‘C’ word SOMETHING I try to do regularly in the magazine is write features about people or places in the town that ordinarily do not get much publicity and are, to the vast majority of residents of the town, practically unknown. I think I have one such feature this month. From an unassuming building on the eastern edge of town, there is a centre, staffed almost entirely by volunteers, which serves the whole country and provides a life-enhancing service for many, many people – turn to page 13 to find out more.
TAKING IVYBRIDGE FURTHER
Monthly musings from the editor magazine’s Facebook page. Posted by a relative newcomer to the town, it is a thought-provoking and very positive perspective on the town – read it on on page 9.
WIN A TURKEY However much we’d like to, we cannot ignore the C word – Christmas. It is approaching far too fast for my liking, bah, humbug! But those generous folks at Gribble’s Butchers are already in the festive spirit and they are giving you the chance to win a free range Devon Christmas turkey in a free prize draw – see page 16. A horticultural project to help young people at risk of social exclusion is now looking for volunteers to help with its first full growing season – if you would like to do gardening for good, read all about it on page 10. November is, of course, the month of Remembrance and I am pleased to support the Ivybridge branch of the Royal British Legion by publishing the Remembrance Day parade and service programme in this issue. It is in the centre, so you can pull it out if you wish and take it with you on the day. I hope you enjoy this issue.
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The Ivybridge magazine is now available to pick up inside Endsleigh Garden Centre from its own, branded stand. Endsleigh attracts in the region of 10,000 visitors, from far and wide, a week – 10,000 visitors who are less than five minutes away from Ivybridge town centre. If just a fraction of these extended their stay in the area a little longer and made the short hop into town, think what that would do for footfall numbers. However, we do need to tell them what the town has to offer – are we doing that effectively at the moment? Interestingly, the subject of how the town is (or is not) promoted was the subject of a thread on the
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Bringing a buzz to town TWO COMMUNITY initiatives have been bringing a much-needed buzz to Ivybridge town centre. The new Ivybridge Community Market and Home from Home Community HUB in Glanvilles Mill, launched at the beginning of October, have attracted scores of people into town. The market, on the first three Saturdays of the month, has an array of producers local to Ivybridge showcasing products from cupcakes to artisan breads, delectable chocolate brownies
Farewell to secretary IVYBRIDGE CARING is saying a sad goodbye to Val Carmichael, their secretary since the group was formed three years ago. As well as her secretarial role, Val (right) also got involved in fundraising and was a volunteer befriender for the group, and will be a
to exquisite arts and crafts. The HUB is already proving to be a valuable community resource, with a host of activities already taking place and many more in the pipeline. To find out what’s going on, keep an eye on the window of the HUB or ‘Like’ Home from Home Community on Facebook for regular updates.
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hard act to follow. Retirement beckons for 2013, with Val aiming to spend more time with her grandchildren and family. Val is organising a Christmas Carol Concert at the Methodist Church on Wednesday, 12 December, in aid of Ivybridge Caring and will be bringing her U3A choir to sing (see page 15).
Food bank set to start A SCHEME THAT will provide emergency tions from the public and local superfood parcels to local people in crisis is calling on Ivybridge residents to help those in need in their community. Ivybridge Food Bank is set to start helping people before Christmas and is holding an open meeting this month for people to find out about the scheme and how they can help. The Ivybridge Food Bank has been launched after a rise in the number of local individuals and families accessing a similar Plymouth-based service. As well as Ivybridge, the food bank will also cover the outlying villages of Yealmpton, Bittaford, Modbury, Cornwood, Brixton, Ugborough, Sparkwell, Shaugh Prior, Lee Moor and Wotter. The service is staffed entirely by volunteers and food comes from dona-
The River Queen opened the community market
markets. The scheme has been given a boost by the donation of £1,300 from a group of district councillors, including Ivybridge councillors Tony Barber, Kathy Cuthbert, Louise Jones and David May. Anyone facing crisis can be referred by health visitors, the children’s centre, doctor’s surgeries, churches and social services. The bank will provide a food parcel with three days worth of food; each person or family referred is able to access the food bank on a maximum of four occasions within one year. The Ivybridge Food Bank open meeting is on Wednesday, 21 November, at Ivybridge Evangelical Baptist Church, on Exeter Road, starting at 7.30pm.
ternoon is being held at Ivybridge Rugby Club on Wednesday, 12 November, starting at 2.30pm. Consultant rheumatologist Dr Mark Perry will be on hand at the drop-in session, which has been organised by the Ivybridge and South Brent branch Arthritis Research Campaign.
Teddies bring comfort AN IVYBRIDGE woman is calling on the town’s knitters to get their needles out and knit teddies to send to children caught up in tragedies around the world. Doreen Hemming collects ‘Teddies for Tragedies’, small knitted teddies which are put in Shelterboxes and sent across the world to people in need, and which have proven to be of great comfort to young children. Doreen also gets sent many ‘squares’, which Shelterbox cannot use, and would like to hear from anyone who could make use of them. If you would like to knit a teddy, or could make use of the ‘squares’, please call Doreen on (01752) 892401. November 2012 THE IVYBRIDGE MAGAZINE
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Council seats vacant TWO CASUAL vacancies for councillors on Ivybridge Town Council have arisen. Unless 10 or more electors of the relevant ward submit a request in writing to the returning officer at SHDC that an election should be held to fill the vacancies, the council will appoint the councillors. The vacancies are for the Filham and Central wards and the request for an election has to be made on or before 5 November, 2012.
Roadworks Drainage work on Blachford Road (Cleeve Dr to Crescent Rd) starts on 29 October, running until 9 November. The top of Blachford Road will be closed for the duration of the works, with a diversion in place in both directions.
David made a difference A MAN WHO made a demonstrable difference to countless numbers of people has been posthumously recognised for his outstanding dedication to making the community better for everyone by being named the Ivybridge Citizen of the Year. The late David Britton (pictured) volunteered freely with many organisations in the town over the years, including lvybridge Caring, where he always met his tasks with a smile. He was also involved for many years with lvybridge Twinning Association, and had recently helped organise the successful 40th Anniversary celebrations in France which re-enforced the strong links between lvybridge and St Pierre Sur Dives. Fundraising with lvybridge Rotary Club was an integral part of David’s life and led to him volunteering at the lvybridge Work Club, where he provided valuable encouragement and
NEW-LOOK TO TOWN’S CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS EXCITING PLANS ARE in place for Ivybridge to celebrate the 2012 festive season in style. A new-look Ivybridge Christmas Festivities & Late Night Opening Event will take place on Friday, 30 November, with activities and entertainment carrying over to Saturday, 1 December, and at various times leading up to Christmas. Fore Street will be decked with new Christmas illuminations, and Santa will be making a ‘spectacular’ entrance to open his new grotto in Glanvilles Mill, which will be open every weekend up to Christmas. 6
The fun starts at 5.30pm and will also include advent markets, Christmas stalls and refreshments, street entertainment and music, free face painting and more. On Saturday, 1 December, the fun continues, including a fancy dress competition in the library open to all the family with categories for the under 5s, for 6-12-year-olds and a family competition. ■ The council are looking for people to help marshall the road closures on the evening. If you would like to help, please call the town hall on (01752) 893815.
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advice to those seeking work. The Mayor, Cllr Trevor Parsons. said: “David’s efforts in the community were far reaching and he was admired for his ability to interact with everyone. He gave many voluntary hours to benefit the town, and always with great charm and a smile. “David made a demonstrable difference to countless numbers of people and I thank his family for sharing him with us on behalf of lvybridge." The award will be formally presented to David’s wife, Jane, at December’s council meeting.
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Search for Santa STAFF AT A donkey therapy centre have put out an urgent plea for anyone who sees Santa to ask him to contact them. Knowing that he is a very busy man, The Donkey Sanctuary’s Donkey Assisted Therapy centre at Filham Park want to check his availability for weekdays from 3-19 December, 10am-2pm each day, when children from local schools will be visiting the centre to meet him and receive their first Christmas present of the festive season. Santa will get to enjoy a donkey cart ride to meet each group of children, and tuck into a full Christmas dinner each day to keep his strength up for delivering all those presents on Christmas Eve. If anyone sees Santa – or if Santa himself is reading this notice – please ask him to contact The Donkey Sanctuary’s Donkey Assisted Therapy centre on (01752) 690200.
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Art draws the crowds THE INAUGRAL Ivybridge Arts Festi- ple, landlords, councillors, artists val has been hailed a success after thousands of people took part in the week-long event. Over 40 events showcased the talent and resouces in Ivybridge during the festival, which had as its theme The River Erme: source to sea, and which reached all parts of the town. The festival encouraged people of all ages and backgrounds, including residents, business peoU3A creative groups display
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and non-artists, to create, sculpt, taste, admire, critique, reminisce, dance, laugh and gather together, as well as atttracting new visitors to the town. It was a good week for the town’s clubs and groups to show what they have to offer, too. The Arts Society and U3A attracted new members; they celebrated their history and launched a Mill Town Archive Project. The new Community Hub and local market created a buzz, the Ivybridge Choir sang and the Flower Club displayed. The Arts Festival legacy is already being seen, with new projects starting, plus it has stimulated discussion about a vision for a visable community culture. “It can only grow from here,” said Amanda Pellatt, arts facilitator for the festival. “With the new Town Team in place, we, the community, are all working together towards a vibrant and sustainable town.” More festival photos can be viewed at www.ivyarts.org
“I think it is a great town, but talk about ‘hiding your light under a bushel’. There is access to the moor, a beautiful river, the Two Moor’s Way and it is part of the Coast to Coast route, but who would know it? Where is the signage? Also, there are some great shops in the town – but the high street is a sad little place, surely it wouldn’t take much to tidy up the seating areas, plant a few mature trees, get some decent flower tubs, do some weeding? Finally, where is the bridge that gave Ivybridge its name? Does it still exist? Come on! Ivybridge should be a hub for walkers and those interested in outdoor activities – I can’t help but think of similar small towns in the Lake District and the Pennines who have developed the local economy on the back of their natural assets. The bridge that gives Ivybridge its name was painted by Turner and yet this iconic bridge is not marked, signposted or celebrated in any way. Can anyone tell me why we make so little of the town’s natural assets? The walks in Longtimber Woods by the Erme; the river itself; access to the Moor; the Two Moors Way; the Coast to Coast route; the iconic view of Western Beacon. There are some great businesses in Ivybridge – surely we should be giving them a fighting chance by promoting the town in a far more effective way. I think the potential for the town is massive, unfortunately I don’t have a sense of whether the town council has the money or the motivation (or the skill?) to deliver that potential.”
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“Young people on the fringes of society are at risk of total exclusion,” explains Dave. “The aim of the project is to try and catch them before this happens, give them back some self worth and develop life and job skills. “Horticulture as a teaching medium Hard at work preparing develops a lot of transferable skills. It is one of the polytunnels fantastic to see people develop, start to engage socially and take the initiative.” horticultural project set up to The project’s unique location within help young people at risk of so- the zoo environment, with close proximcial exclusion is gearing up for ity to a range of wild animals with conits first productive season, and servation as the highest priority, offers is looking for volunteers to join its team. extraordinary learning opportunities unGrow 4 Good SW Ltd, based within the available elsewhere. grounds of Dartmoor Zoo, provides opFollowing a first year spent clearing portunities for young people who have and preparing the site, Dave is now lookbeen excluded from mainstream educa- ing to recruit volunteers to help support tion to develop skills in organic garden- the project’s participants. They will help ing and nursery stock production, as well maintain the nursery garden, growing as take part in general gardening duties seasonal salads and vegetables, and will within the grounds of the zoo. also get the opportunity to be involved The project aims to improve partici- with the development of the landscape pants’ personal, social and like skills, de- gardens around the zoo. veloping a sense of identity and While the primary focus of the scheme self-worth by giving them the opportu- is to help turn around the lives of the parnity to become part of a working team. ticipants, Dave also sees the volunteers The project is the brainchild of Ivy- get a lot out of the experience. bridge man Dave Sharp. Dave was ex“If you would like to help make a real difcluded from school himself when ference to people’s lives, and would he was 15 and can empathise like to learn about, or offer your with the youngsters he is trying existing, gardening skills, please to help. do get in touch,” says Dave.
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nowing that what we do enables people to be independent is very rewarding,” explained Gill Cowsill as she showed me around the RNIB Transcription Centre on David’s Lane. Gill invited me to the centre to see for myself the work they do for blind and partially sighted people across the country as they prepare to mark 25 years of transcription services in Ivybridge this month. Transcription started in the town in 1987 when Gill, now RNIB Transcription Centre SW Manager, con-
Making a difference: the work of the centre enables people to be independent
Help from unsung heroes structed a tiny, homemade recording booth behind a wardrobe in her bedroom to record computer books and manuals. The service moved to Erme Road five years later, before relocating in 1997 to purpose-built offices on David’s Lane, which is still the centre’s home today. Unassuming from the outside, with only a small sign indicating what the building is, inside are six fully-equipped, professional recording studios which take work from all over the country, converting printed material into audio, braille, large print, electronic text and tactile diagram formats. The centre can have in excess of 200 jobs ongoing at any one time, with 4,000 print pages transcribed and output in alternative formats every month. The majority of the centre’s work comes through its individual request service, which allows blind and partially sighted people throughout England to send material for transcription. RNIB members can have up to 300 pages transcribed free, but the service is open to non-RNIB members too, although there is a small charge from the outset. The centre also produces material for the RNIB’s Talking Books brand,
and provides commercial transcription services to organisations in the South West, such as local authorities. The centre has eight staff, but the backbone of the service are the 100 volunteers who read, check, scan and input all the material. “We are totally, totally reliant on our wonderful volunteers,” says Gill. “They are all totally dedicated and committed to what they do and we are immensely proud of what they have achieved. “If ever a group of people could be called unsung heroes, it is our volunteers.”
“4,000 print pages are transcribed and output in alternative formats every month” The breadth of material the centre handles is immense. Current work ranges from instructions for using an iPad, a wine guide and a collection of letters from the Second World War. One regular user is a member of the Punch & Judy Society and the centre transcribes the society’s newsletters for him, They also transcribe church orders of service and
readings, and receive a steady flow of greeting cards for birthdays, anniversaries and weddings. The centre is the only place in the UK that provides modified large print music, a format that takes the original text, transcribes it and then reformats it without destroying the original context or content of the document, and allows people to carry on singing or playing an instrument. With many instances of loss of sight related to age, the work of the centre is only going to increase as the population grows older. The work is also getting more complex. Gone are the days of cassettes and large print, now it is CDs, MP3 files, and USB sticks. “The work does get under your skin,” says Gill. “We get an amazing response from our customers, and knowing that what we do enables people to be independent is very rewarding.”
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Countymatters by Ivybridge’s County Councillor Roger Croad
Police and Crime Commissioner Question: Can you name the chairman of the Devon and Cornwall Police Authority, or any of its members? No? Precisely! That is one of the reasons why the current system of how we hold the police to account is being abolished and a new, elected, person put in its place who will be a recognisable and identifiable link between local people and the police force and directly accountable to us, the electorate. Most of us respect and value the work of the police in our area but that does not mean their performance cannot be enhanced. Electing the right Police and Crime Commissioner for Devon and Cornwall will help us to ensure that the police share your priorities and focus on the things that most concern you. As I write this, there are 10 candidates for the position of Police and Crime Commissioner – it is my firm opinion that the best person for the post is someone who will bring a fresh look at our policing. In other words, that someone should have had nothing at all to do with the police in the past! Who are the candidates? Before you vote go to www.choosemypcc.org.uk to find out who is standing. No internet? Use free time on computers in Ivybridge Library or telephone 0800 1 070708 for a free booklet. Elections take place on November 15th.
Summer reading challenge For those not aware, the challenge was to get children reading six books over the long summer holiday so the standard of reading was maintained whilst away from school. As a follow up to last month, having done the sums, participation was up 30% this year and the highest number we’ve ever recorded. It is interesting to note that, despite media coverage that often suggests that children prefer the latest technology, in Devon 28% of all books borrowed from Libraries are borrowed by children. That is really positive when you consider they only make up 15% of the total population.
Locality budget I have been pleased to support many clubs and organisations in the town in recent years – the most recent was £500 to Ivybridge Food Bank, which is being set up to provide food parcels to people in crisis in the town and surrounding villages. If you belong to a club/organisation which needs a little financial boost, contact me. ---------------------------------------------------------WHAT DO YOU THINK? Contact me: By phone: (01752) 892223 By email: roger.croad@devon.gov.uk By post: Higher Newlands, Godwell Lane, Ivybridge PL21 0LE 14
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Rugby mums took to the catwalk to raise funds for Ivybridge Rugby Club’s U15s end of season tour. The ladies modelled a range of themed outfits, including “ladies who lunch” and “evening wear” and after the show there was the chance to browse through the full collection from Threads Mobile Boutique and try them on. The night raised £225 towards the tour.
Sewage action group meets again AN IVYBRIDGE ACTION group set up to get on-going sewage and pollution problems dealt with effectively is holding its third public meeting in five months later this month. The Ivybridge Group Against Sewage Pollution (iGASP) meeting will be chaired by the town’s MP, Gary Streeter, with representatives from South West Water, South Hams District Council and the Environment Agency answering questions from concerned residents. The meeting is being held on 22 November, at 7pm in Chapel Place Community Centre. If you think that you are being affected by a sewage related problem, contact the group by email igasp@ btinternet.com. ■ To find out more, and for details of the first two public meetings, go to the group’s website – www.igasp.org.uk
Have you got news for us? Write to us by post, email or drop it into our box in the Ivy Cabs office in Fore Street. See page three for full contact details.
Grotto helpers wanted
THE FRIENDS of the Erme Primary School are looking for someone who could create a Father Christmas Grotto. The group hope to run an event for the school THE FRIENDS of MacAn- children on 15 December, drew’s Field group is hold- so if you have any materiing its Annual General als or time to help, please Meeting on 15 November, contact Kay Winstone on 2012, at 7.30pm in Chapel 07980 116104 and help to Place Community Centre. add a touch of magic to the All welcome. children’s Christmas.
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what’s on NOVEMBER Half term holiday club
Grotto grand opening
Methodist minister Ralph Ward and his team are leading the ‘Rock Solid’ half term holiday club at the Methodist Church. Open every morning between Tuesday, 30 October, and Friday, 2 November, 10am until 12.30pm, it’s for school years 1-6. There will be games, songs, stories, crafts and most importantly, fun! Admission is just £1, refreshments will be provided and there is no need to pre-book.
Santa’s Alpine Wonderland Grotto opens at Endsleigh Garden Centre on Saturday, 10 November. Santa arrives at 11am, with the Grotto opening at 12 noon. As well as Santa’s arrival, there will be a treasure hunt, fancy dress competition, children’s entertainer Billy Wiz and the chance to meet Santa’s reindeer. Entry to the Grotto is £5.99 – book in advance at www.g-l.co.uk
Fire service band concert The Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Concert Band is performing its Autumn Concert at The Watermark on Thursday, 1 November. The band, which recently celebrated its 18th birthday, plays a wide range of music, from light classical, to film and big band jazz. The concert starts at 8pm and tickets, available from The Watermark box office (01752 892220), are £8.
Library events Ivybridge Library has a great range of activities going on in November. On Friday, 2 November, there is a Roald Dahl Celebration, with a craft activity for children between 2-4pm. The Children’s Reading Group meet on Monday, 5 November from 4-5pm. There is an all-day Children
There are a host of other attractions, too
FANTASTIC FIREWORKS The town’s annual firework spectacular is at Ivybridge Rugby Club on Friday, 2 November, starting at 7.30pm. The event is one of the biggest and best displays in the area. Last year, more than 2,000 people watched a dazzling, professional display by top UK fireworks company, Two Tigers, who are returning to produce this year’s display. As well as the firework display, there will be stalls, fairground attractions, a barbecue, a hog roast and the clubhouse bar will be open throughout the evening, meaning there is something for all the family. Entry is at last year’s price of £3 for adults and children £2. Ample parking is available at the railway station – you pay £3 when you park but this is refunded on entry to the event.
in Need celebration on Friday, 16 November, and every Thursday is Baby Bounce and Rhyme for preschool children between 10.30am and 10.50am, with a special Baby Signing by Kidi Caru session on Thursday, 29 November. The Stroke Support Group’s November meetings are on Wednesday, 14 and 28 November, 1.45-3.35pm.
Cafe opening times The Open House Cafe at Ivybridge Methodist Church is open in November on Friday, 9th and 23rd.
Christmas shopping fair The Erme Primary School is holding a Christmas Shopping Fair on Friday, 9 November. Starting at 2pm with FREE entry, it is the school’s biggest fair yet with stalls inside and outside of the school. There will be gifts to suit every pocket, from cards, jewellery, perfume, books, new and old toys, as well as a barbecue and other refreshments to get you going for the afternoon. There will also be children’s handmade crafts, a raffle and much more.
Male voice choir in concert The Burraton Male Voice Choir is in concert at Ivybridge Methodist Church on Saturday, 10 November. The concert is in aid of Ivybridge Youth For Christ, and starts at 7pm. Tickets, which are only £5, are available from The Watermark or on the door. Find out more about Ivybridge Youth For Christ at www.yfcivybridge.org.uk
Arts & Crafts Society exhibition Ivybridge Arts & Crafts Society is holding its annual Exhibition and Sale on Saturday, 17 November. The show is in the Methodist Church Hall and is open all day between 10am and 4pm,
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Quarry Voices Tour An exhibition that provides a fascinating insight into the social history of quarrying over the last century. Ivybridge Library. (Until 5 November) Under 5s and their families are invited to a yucky Halloween picnic at Modbury Memorial Hall (11am-1pm) with SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Call (01752) 896356 for more details. Live @ The Watermark – Fire Service Devon & Somerset Band 8pm. See page 17. Arts and Crafts Fair 11am till 4pm, The Terrace Room, Endsleigh Garden Centre. Free admission.
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Careers Advice for Adults 19+ at The Watermark – call (01752) 892220 to book an appointment. Arts and Crafts Fair 11am till 4pm, The Terrace Room, Endsleigh Garden Centre. Free Admission. Gary Streeter Constituency Advice Surgery, afternoon, Ivybridge Town Hall. Appointments must be pre booked on (01752) 335666. Fireworks Display, 7.15pm, Ivybridge Rugby Club - see page 17. Yoga Classes Chapel Place. Beginners – 6-7pm. Intermediate 7-8pm. Contact Barbara Gardner on 07740 780028.
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Slimming World – 9.30am & 5.30pm. Chapel Place Community Centre. Tel: 01752 892181. Ivybridge & District Camera Club Meeting, 7.30pm, New Hall, Bittaford. 200 photographs from the new South Devon Salon. Visitors always welcome. Contact: David Rayner, ivybridgecc@ tiscali.co.uk
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Toybox Chapel Place Community Centre, 9.3011.30am. £1.50 per family. All welcome. Ivybridge Work Club 10am12 noon at The Watermark. Lukesland Gardens Autumn Openings 2012 11am-4pm. Dogs welcome on lead. Children FREE. Details: www.lukesland.co.uk or 01752 691749.
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bip Ivybridge Enterprise Club. A FREE club for people thinking about starting up in business or becoming self employed. The Learning Suite, The Watermark, 13pm. To book visit www.bipwestdevon.biz or call freephone 0330 100 0338. Film @ The Watermark – The Five-Year Engagement (Cert.15) 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £5 conc.
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Film @ The Watermark – The Five-Year Engagement (Cert.15) 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £5 conc.
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Careers Advice for Adults 19+ at The Watermark – call (01752) 892220 to book an appointment. The Erme Primary School Christmas Shopping Fayre starting at 2 pm. Stowford School Craft Fair 7pm onwards. Entry £1 which includes a free raffle ticket. Film @ The Watermark – Rock of Ages (Cert: 12A) 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £5 Conc. The Federation of Plymouth & District Ex-Service Associations Veterans Remembrance Festival 2012. Plymouth Pavilions 6.45pm for 7.30 start. Tickets from Pavilions Box Office or online www.plymouthpavilions.com or by phone 0845 1461460. £9 to include Programme and Union Flag.
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Burraton Male Voice Choir Concert at Ivybridge Methodist Church – see page 17. Curzon Arts @ The Watermark – Tsarina’s Slippers 144m + 20m Interval. 7.30pm. Tickets £12/conc. £11.
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Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday – service at War Memorial see centre pages. Lukesland Gardens Autumn Openings 2012 *last opening of the season* 11am-4pm. Dogs welcome on lead. Children FREE. Details: www.lukesland.co.uk or 01752 691749.
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Citizen Advice Bureau Drop in at The Watermark, 10am-1pm. Call 08 444 111 444, www.adviceguide.org.uk Slimming World – 5.30pm & 7.30pm. Chapel Place Community Centre. Tel: 01752 892181.
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Slimming World – 9.30am & 5.30pm. Chapel Place Community Centre. Tel: 01752 892181. Betty’s Memory Café Methodist Church, 2-4pm. Details (01752) 893952. Meeting of Town Council Planning & Infrastructure Committee, 7pm, including public participation session, Town Hall. Ivybridge & District Camera Club Meeting, 7.30pm, New Hall, Bittaford. Nature Panel Competition. Visitors welcome. Contact: email David Rayner, ivybridgecc@ tiscali.co.uk
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vybridge will gather on Sunday, 11 November, for a Remembrance Day Parade and Service to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. Commemorations start with a parade through the town lead by the Plymouth Pipe band, before stopping at the War Memorial for the Remembrance Service, led by the Legion’s Padre, Cyril Short. (The full programme for the morning is in the centre pages.) This year, Remembrance Sunday falls on Armistice Day. It is now 94 years since the guns fell silent on the Western Front at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month; Armistice Day commemorates the signing of the armistice between the Allies and Germany which brought an end to World War I. There are no surviving combat veterans of the Great War – the last of these, Claude Choules, died in Australia in May 2011, aged 110. Living links with the horrors of the trenches may have been extinguished, but the annual festival of Remembrance and the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal ensure that the sacrifice of those who died will never be forgotten.
We will remember them Record-breaking appeal The final total for the 2011-2012 Poppy Appeal is a fantastic, record-breaking £28,117.66. The Ivybridge branch of the Royal British Legion would like to say a huge thank you to all who have contributed to collecting this outstanding amount. Details of this year’s appeal are on the back page of this pull-out This year is the centenary of the formation of the Royal Flying Corps, the fore-runner of the Royal Air Force. The aircraft you will see flying on Remembrance Sunday is a replica of a SE5a World War I BiPlane fighter used in frontline service from 1916. The aircraft carried two forward firing guns, a Vickers machine gun with 400 rounds positioned in the fuselage and a Lewis gun positioned on the top of the wing with four 97-round drums which the pilot had to change in flight. The aircraft is painted in colours of '56 Squadron’, which flew in action over the Western Front. The aircraft will be flown, weather permitting, by owner and builder David Silsbury, from Ivybridge. PHOTOS BY GRAHAM BUCKLER
■ HOW THE LEGION HELPS The RBL is the UK’s leading charity supporting the millions who have served or are currently serving. At the local level, the Ivybridge branch has a number of trained welfare case workers who are continually helping in many ways. Other welfare services include: • Poppy Funds: providing funds in a temporary crisis. • Poppy Advice: on war pensions, compensation claims
and also careers advice. • Poppy Homes: providing short and long-term care for ex-service people and their dependants in seven Poppy Homes around the country. • Poppy Breaks: the RBL has four Poppy Break Centres. • Poppy Travel: visits to war cemeteries, memorials and battlefields worldwide. • Poppy People: providing emotional support and practical assistance. THE IVYBRIDGE MAGAZINE
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Remembrance and Armistice Day Parade And Service Sunday, 11 November, 2012 10:20
Muster at Ivybridge Motors One representative from each contingent report to the Parade Marshal
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Parade Halts at the War Memorial WELCOME by the Reverend Cyril Short, Padre to the Ivybridge Branch of The Royal British Legion, followed by the Lords Prayer. Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name. Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth, As it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, As we forgive those that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, The power, and the glory, For ever and ever. Amen GOD SAVE THE QUEEN
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THE HYMN Eternal Father, strong to save, Whose arm hath bound the restless wave, Who biddest the mighty ocean deep Its own appointed limits keep; Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee, For those in peril on the sea!
Most Holy Spirit! Who didst brood Upon the chaos dark and rude, And bid its angry tumult cease, And give, for wild confusion, peace; Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee, For those in peril on the sea!
O Christ! Whose voice the waters heard And hushed their raging at Thy Word, Who walked on the foaming deep, And calm amidst its rage didst sleep; Oh, hear us when we cry to Thee, For those in peril on the sea!
O Trinity of love and power! Our family shield in danger’s hour; From rock and tempest, fire and foe, Protect us wheresoever we go; Thus evermore shall rise to Thee Glad hymns of praise from land and sea.
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“When you go home, tell them of us and say, for your tomorrow, we gave our today”
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The Last Post They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old, Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn, At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them ALL: “We will remember them”
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The Kohima Epitaph and closing address by the Padre “When you go home, tell them of us and say, for your tomorrow, we gave our today” Parade Marches off, the Parade will halt at the American War Memorial at the Harford Road car park, where wreaths will be laid in memory of our American Allies. On completion, the parade will march down Fore Street, and disperse at Ivybridge Motors. Message from the Chairman:
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Ladies, gentlemen and children, thank you for joining us today in our act of Remembrance. Please join Royal British Legion members, Veterans and The Plymouth Pipe Band in the Sportsmans Inn after the parade for a small buffet and a great raffle, all proceeds going to the Poppy Appeal. Accompanied children are most welcome New members are always welcome; please speak to any member of the branch for further details, annual subscription is just £15. Membership is open to anyone with or without a service connection. Last year’s Poppy appeal in Ivybridge raised in excess of £28,000 – a record for Ivybridge. The Royal British Legion is very grateful for your generosity and support. Very many local serving and ex-servicemen/women and their dependents have benefited – Thank you again.
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Poppy Sellers If you would like to help with collecting for the Poppy Appeal, or provide support for other collectors, please contact the Ivybridge branch on (01752) 690647 or email rbl@rblivybridge.co.uk
Camping out at Tesco Poppy Shop Once again, the Ivybridge branch will have a Poppy Shop in Glanvilles Mill for the Poppy Appeal collection period. It will be in unit No 25, which was formerly the pet supplies shop. Poppies, poppy mugs and a wide range of other items will be available.
To raise awareness of The Royal British Legion and collect for this year’s Poppy Appeal, branch member Stuart Moir will be camping outside the Tesco Lee Mill store for the duration of the Poppy Appeal. He will be there from the 1st to the 14th of November. Keep an eye out for his military-style tent outside the main entrance, and please stop and show your support. Local amateur photographer Graham Buckler produces a collage of images from the Remembrance Day parade and service for the Ivybridge branch – this is his photo montage of Remembrance in the town last year
Remembrance Shield Euchre competition This year’s competition will be held on Saturday, 24 November, at the Sportsman’s Inn. Registration is 12.30pm for a 1pm start. Entry is £2 per person. Come along and enjoy a game of cards and support the Poppy Appeal.
AGM The branch’s Annual General meeting is on Wednesday, 5 December at the Constitutional Club. It starts at 8pm and will be followed by a buffet. Guest speaker will be John Pentreath, former Devon County Manager now working with the Plymouth Medical school as project officer including Veterans Accommodation, at Plymouth University.
Tweeting You can now follow the Ivybridge branch of the Royal British Legion on Twitter. The branch will post regular updates of news and information about upcoming events. Follow at twitter.com/trblivybridge and help highlight the branch and the Royal British Legion in general.
The Royal British Legion Ivybridge Branch OFFICERS Chairman: David Davis (01752 690647) Vice Chairman: Tim Lynch Poppy Appeal Team Leader: David Cosh Secretary: Jan Taylor Treasurer: David Ellis Membership Secretary: Paul Chilarecki Branch Standard Bearers: Colin Cliffe BEM, John Kemsley & William Mutch Padre: The Reverend Cyril Short Parade Marshal: Chris Redwood Last Post / Reveille: Royal Marine Bandsman from HMS Raleigh
The American Memorial Located in the Harford Road car park, this commemorates the American soldiers who were stationed just outside Ivybridge and who left from here to take part in the D-Day landings.
Registered Charity No. 219279. Patron: Her Majesty the Queen
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Toybox Chapel Place Community Centre, 9.30-11.30am. £1.50 per family. All welcome. Ivybridge Work Club 10am12 noon at The Watermark. Film @ The Watermark – Beasts Of The Southern Wild (Cert: TBC) 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £5 conc.
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Careers Advice for Adults 19+ at The Watermark – call (01752) 892220 to book an appointment. Film @ The Watermark – Beasts Of The Southern Wild (Cert: TBC) 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £5 conc.
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Ivybridge Community Market Home from Home Community Hub, Glanvilles Mill, 9.30am-2pm. Arts & Crafts Society Exhibiton & Sale Methodist Church Hall, 10am-4pm. Live @ The Watermark – The Churchfitters 8pm. Tickets £12.50.
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Slimming World – 5.30pm & 7.30pm. Chapel Place Community Centre. Tel: 01752 892181.
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Toybox Chapel Place Community Centre, 9.3011.30am. £1.50 per family. All welcome. Ivybridge Work Club 10am12 noon at The Watermark. Arthritis Information Afternoon Ivybridge Rugby Club, 2.30pm Film @ The Watermark – Liberal Arts (Cert: TBC) 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £5 conc.
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Public Meeting 7pm, Chapel Place Community Centre, to discuss ongoing sewage problems in Ivybridge - see page 14. Film @ The Watermark – Liberal Arts (Cert: TBC) 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £5 conc. Ivybridge Garden Association, 7.45pm, Methodist Church Hall - see page 32. Two Moors Way Illustrated Talk by Keith Miller, Lukesland House tearooms, 7.30pm. £10 booking essential. Ring (01752) 894423. Plymouth Christmas Lights Switch-On
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Slimming World – 9.30am & 5.30pm. Chapel Place Community Centre. Tel: 01752 892181. Betty’s Memory Café Methodist Church, 2-4pm. Details (01752) 893952. Meeting of Town Council Planning & Infrastructure Committee, 7pm, including public participation session, Town Hall. Ivybridge & District Camera Club Meeting, 7.30pm, New Hall, Bittaford. Western Counties travelling print portfolio and critique. Visitors always welcome. Contact: David Rayner, ivybridgecc@tiscali.co.uk
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Toybox Chapel Place Community Centre, 9.30-11.30am. £1.50 per family. All welcome. Ivybridge Work Club 10am12 noon at The Watermark. Film @ The Watermark – On The Road (Cert: TBC) 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £5 conc.
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Tony Cobley Photography Workshop “Photographing the River Erme in Autumn” – The Watermark & Longtimber Woods. £69 per person 9.30am-4.30pm, www.tonycobley.com 07886 871711. Film @ The Watermark – On The Road (Cert: TBC) 7.30pm. Tickets £6, £5 conc.
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List your event in the Community Diary Call (01752) 892220 or email info@ivybridge watermark.co.uk The deadline is the 12th of each preceding month
(All dates and times believed to be correct at time of going to press)
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Compassionate community homecare for 17 years AN IVYBRIDGE homecare provider is celebrating 17 years of providing professional, reliable and caring services to individuals in their own home this month. Simply Caring provide compassionate community homecare for people living in Ivybridge and the surrounding areas. Their professional approach means an individual is assured an efficient, reliable and caring service. Every client will be known personally and Simply Caring are there to help improve a person’s quality of life by helping them remain in their own surroundings. Simply Caring offer care and assistance on a long-or short-term basis and can provide help with personal care, prompting medica-
Simply caring’s highlyregarded carers help improve people’s quality of life
tion, help prepare meals, as well as shopping and domestic duties, companionship and rehabilitation. They also participate in a Devon Carers’ Link ‘Take a Break Scheme’, offering a sitting service to allow carers and relatives the opportunity to take a wellearned rest.
garded carers, you can be assured of a professional, reliable and caring service. Simply Caring was set up by Brenda and Robbie in October 1995, having worked together for many years as part of a social service’s homecare team. After re-training, they started Simply Caring from a study at home. Kara joined two years later, and is now Simply Caring’s registered manager, responsible for the Whatever aspect of care day-to-day management, you require, Simply Car- which includes the supering provide highly-quali- vision of more than 20 fied, well-trained and community care workers. efficient staff to meet Simply Caring wish to those needs. Whether thank all their carers, servdealing with owners ice users and their families Brenda and Robbie, regis- for all their support and tered manager Kara, sen- business during 17 years ior carer Pauline, or one of of serving the local comtheir many highly-re- munity.
A professional homecare service in the local community Valuing the 'personal touch' Our experienced and highly trained carers deliver an efficient, reliable and caring service 01752 896909 simplycaring@orange.net 12 Erme Court, Leonards Road, Ivybridge PL21 0SZ 24
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You will need... 1 sachet of powdered gelatine 500 ml chocolate milk 1 packet of green jelly Packet of jelly sweets eg bugs, worms etc
This is how to make it... Place 125 ml of hot water in a jug and stir in the gelatine until dissolved and well mixed. Then stir this into the chocolate milk and pour into a glass bowl. Chill for about 30 minutes until just starting to set then gently press some of the jelly bugs into the chocolate jelly. Put back into the fridge until completely set. Make the green jelly by following the instructions on the packet and carefully pour on top of the chocolate jelly. Chill again and when set, decorate the top with the rest of the jelly bugs, snakes etc to make it look as spooky as you can. enjoy!! Remember, be careful with hot water
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n years gone by, many Ivybridge farms and large houses had their own ponds and lakes. During the winter, leats brought water from the Moor to encourage the growth of lush grass in the water meadows. Now, most of these have been drained and developed, with the resulting loss of wildlife. Several ponds have been created, notably the fishing lake at Filham and the wildlife pond in Woodlands Park; unfortunately, the latter has been choked by Parrot’s Feather, an alien invasive pond plant almost impossible to eradicate. We can all create small wildlife havens in our own gardens by making our own pond or wet area. Ponds can either be pre-formed or you can use a liner. Make them about 18 inches deep in the middle, so that frogs do not freeze in icy spells, but make a shelf at the edge so that there is shallow water for them to lay
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their frogspawn. Always provide a ramp so that visiting hedgehogs can get out – many get drowned in garden ponds. Once you have allowed your pond to fill up with rain water, put in a few plants, being careful to avoid the invaders, and leave it for wildlife to appear – soon you’ll find that you have newts, frogs, toads, dragon fly larvae, pond skaters, diving beetles – and possibly a visiting heron. Obviously, if you have toddlers you probably will not want a pond but you could
still have a sink or raised water feature. When children are a bit older they will be fascinated by pond dipping, especially when they find newts and dragon fly larvae, or watch the drama of frogs mating! Once you have a well-balanced pond you shouldn’t have to clean it out much; if you do, do it at this time of the year so as to not disturb breeding creatures or ones that are hibernating at the bottom. Pond Conservation is asking us to create a million ponds in the UK – let’s do our bit towards achieving this.
The November DWT event is a guided walk in Plymbridge Woods on Thursday 15th at 10.30am, meeting in the car park. All welcome. Margery and Celia are volunteers with the Ivybridge and South Brent local group of the Devon Wildlife Trust (DWT)
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A HARVEST TO HELP OTHERS (L-R) Lucy Rix, Owen Edmonds, Chloe Giles, Jake Goldsworthy, Charley Rendle, Kieran Lowry, Ethan Sidebotham, Ella D’Cunha and Wilfred Templar, with the headteacher, Heather Hanrott Woodlands Park Primary School dedicated its Harvest Celebration to the new Ivybridge Food Bank. Each class prepared a hamper containing items from the Harvest Appeal Shopping List for the Ivybridge Food Bank. Every day people in the UK go hungry, for
Kids denim donations Children at Manor Primary School were allowed to wear jeans to school for a day – provided that they made a small donation to the annual appeal for the charity Jeans for Genes, which raises money to support children with genetic disorders. The day was a great success, raising £187 for this very worthwhile cause.
reasons ranging from redundancy to receiving an unexpected bill on a low income. Food banks provide a minimum of three days emergency food and support to people experiencing crisis. Last year the food bank network fed 128,697 people and this year we wanted to help!
Safer strangers Rhys, Madison, Lucy, Oliver and Holly with PC Bond and PC Dingley Youngsters from Year 1 and Foundation at Stowford School were visited by two members of the Police to help them understand more about how to keep safe. PC Dingley, whose daughter is at the school, and PC Bond came along to teach the children about what to do and how to stay safe if they got lost. They showed them a video about a girl who became lost in a supermarket, which explained how she was helped by a shop assistant and went on to talk about how
Ralph with Hazel, Ella, Harley and Becky
‘Everyone’s got talent’ Rev says Using your talents was the theme of Methodist Church Minister Ralph Ward’s assembly when he popped into Stowford School for one of his regular visits. As ever, Rev. Ward brought along his guitar and started by teaching the children a song with plenty of actions about Jesus’ ability to keep us “rolling along” through good times and bad. He then used volunteers to re-tell the parable of the talents, reminding the children that everyone has a talent and God hopes that we will use our talent. He also shared the true story of a lady in Cornwall who became a pen pal of a child in Africa. Growing up, the child would constantly write to her about how he wasn’t good at anything and she would reply that he should keep trying because he would find his talent if he kept looking. They finally met this summer, when he travelled to Cornwall to show her the silver medal that he had won at the London Olympics. people who wear a uniform are safer strangers if you are lost. The children were also given stickers and colouring pictures to remind them about what they had learnt. November 2012 THE IVYBRIDGE MAGAZINE
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Pets’corner Pet health advice from Woodlands Veterinary Group By Jane Hitchings BVSc MRCVS – veterinary surgeon Fireworks night can be an extremely stressful time for dogs and cats. It goes without saying that they should be kept inside on the night, but what more can you do to help an anxious dog or cat through the night? It is important not to fuss and reassure them when they are behaving in an anxious way, as you will reinforce their assumption that there is something to be afraid of. Be a role model of calmness and be reliable and in control. Make a secure den or hidey-hole where the animal feels safe, eg behind the sofa, covering it with a duvet to muffle the noise. If your dog is used to a crate, cover that with a duvet and put treats and toys in, but do not shut the animal inside as this could cause it to panic more and injure itself. For
cats, an elevated, warm, dark place is ideal – maybe in a wardrobe. Draw the curtains, lock windows, cat flaps and doors to prevent escape. Turn on the television or music, or other “white noise”, to mask the bangs. Take the dog for a long walk early in the evening before the fireworks starts. Exercise helps the dog relax. Do not leave your pets alone during the fireworks, they will feel less anxious with you around. Do not punish your pet if it is anxious, as this will make matters worse by making it even more anxious. Fear and anxiety caused by firework noises can be a normal response to perceived threats, but it is estimated that 50% of dogs suffer from noise phobias; a phobia is a disproportionate anxiety response to normal stimuli.
How can you tell when your pet is anxious or fearful? Signs of fear vary from animal to animal but include any or all of the following: hiding (or withdrawing most common sign in cats), urinating, defecating, chewing (destructive or over grooming), panting, pacing, trying to escape, drooling, seeking the owner, expressing anal glands, not eating, not listening to commands, trembling or shaking, dilated pupils, vocalising (barking or whining or meowing). Phobias do not resolve spontaneously, in fact they often get worse as the animal learns to become anxious. There are things that you can do to help and the sooner treatment is started, the higher the chance of success, so in next month’s Pets’ Corner I will look at the options for treating a dog that has a phobia.
Woodlands Veterinary Group is on Cornwood Road, Ivybridge, and offers a friendly veterinary service for all your pets. See their advert on page 4
Slim while you celebrate SLIMMERS DO not need to be party poopers at Christmas, according to a local slimming expert. Leanne Tancock, who runs Slimming World groups in Ivybridge, says it is possible to enjoy the fun and festivities of the season without your slimming plans going off course. “Whether it’s Christmas day or a Christmas party, it’s important to remember that it’s just one day,”
says Leanne. “It’s what you do every day that makes a difference to your weight. “The key is to plan ahead. Each week we talk about coping with the different challenges – sharing recipes, practical tips and seasonal meal ideas. And
SLIMMERS’ SUCCESS REWARDED A local slimming group rewarded its members with an awards ceremony to celebrate their weight-loss achievements. The Slimming World awards (pictured) recognised Man of the Year, Woman of the Year, Top Target Member of the Year and Young Slimmer of the Year. The award winners pictured lost an incredible 32 stone between them. Three other winners, not pictured, lost a further 13 stone between them. 30
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the thing about Food Optimising (Slimming World’s famous eating plan) is you’re never going to be hungry or bored – whatever the time of year!” To find a Slimming World group for you, see their advert on page 31.
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Ivybridge gardeners put the fruits of their green-fingered skills on show at Ivybridge Garden Association’s Autumn Show in October. Following a challenging summer for gardeners, the flower and vegetables on show were of a commendably good standard, and other classes, including handicrafts and photography, attracted a very high calibre of entries. The much sought-after show cups went to: Best in Show Cup – Jenny Hockings; Gloria Whitford (floral art); Brian Mead (Div 1 flowers & plants); Gill Thorpe Belton (Div 2 fruit & veg); Lesley Acheson (domestic science); Dianne Benson (roses and dahlias);
Winnifred Hick (best knitted item); David Stock (photography); and Sue Thomson (Fuchsias). Harvey Whitford, Kieran Baxendale, Oliver Baxendale and Phoebe Northmoor were the winners in the children’s classes. A talk about the well-known Cotehele Garland by David Bouch is the highlight of this month’s meeting of Ivybridge Garden Association on 22 November in the Methodist Church Hall. It starts at 7.45pm. FIND OUT MORE: Contact Mrs Acheson on (01752) 894867
Show will be one to treasure Ivybridge Theatre Company will once again play a leading role in the town’s festive celebrations, which get underway with a special night of entertainment, activities and shopping on Friday, 30 November. As preparations gather pace for its production of Treasure Island - a family pantomime, to be performed at The Watermark on 21-23 February, 2013, during the school half-term, you can be sure that there will be plenty of “Ahoy Mateys” and “Shiver me timbers” around town in the build up to Christmas! ITC welcome new members and encourage anyone who has an interest in the performing arts to visit them at its weekly Wednesday night meetings held at Chapel Place, Fore Street, from 7.30pm onwards. Help! The company’s ever-expanding range of costumes and props urgently needs somewhere to live. If you think you may have suitable storage space that ITC could hire, they would love to hear from you. FIND OUT MORE: Contact chairman Ron Davis on (01752) 893308 or visit www.ivybridgetheatrecompany.co.uk 32
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Festive workshop A workshop to make either a Christmas wreath or an Advent ring is the focus Ivybridge Flower of Club’s November meeting on Tuesday, 13 November, at The Watermark, starting at 7.30 pm. FIND OUT MORE: Contact Janet Weston (01752) 894643
Ivybridge Art Group esinforster@groups.facebook.com Ivybridge Arts & Crafts (01752) 897024/344096 Ivybridge Garden Association (01752) 894867 Ivybridge Flower Club (01752) 894643 Ivybridge U3A www.ivybridge-u3a.org.uk Ivybridge Twinning Association (01752) 893726 Ivybridge German Society alanjwright1@btinternet.com The Rotary Club of Ivybridge (01752) 898906 Ivybridge Lions Club lionsivybridge@gmail.com Ivybridge Trefoil Guild (01752) 895833 National Women’s Register 01752 698041 Ivybridge WI (01752) 893851 Erme WI (01752) 892998 50+ Club (01752) 691974 Ivybridge Probus Club (01752) 892255 PL:21 www.pl21.weebly.com Community Computer Club 07979 998 949 Ivybridge Walking Club www.iwc.org.uk Cleeve Angling Club (01752) 895241 Erme Valley Harriers www.ermevalleyharriers.co.uk Ivybridge Cricket Club www.ivybridgecc.co.uk Ivybridge Rugby Club www.pitchero.com/clubs/ivybridge Ivybridge Town Football Club www.ivybridgefc.com Ivybridge Bowls Club (01752) 691061 Ivybridge Short Mat Bowls Club (01752) 402658 Manstow Football Club www.manstowfc.co.uk Air Cadets www.339sqn.org.uk Fire Cadets ljulian@dsfire.gov.uk Boys Brigade (01752) 892756 Girls Brigade (01752) 892756 Scouts (01752) 893277 Explorer Scouts (01752) 346866 Erme Valley Girl Guiding ermevalleyguides@live.co.uk
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Take BETTER PHOTOS More tips on how to improve the images you take using your digital camera from David Rayner of Ivybridge & District Camera Club
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ARE found all through the year but autumn is the best time, so this month we are going to take a look at some hints and tips for this type of nature photography. Mushrooms and their underground mycelium are nature’s clean-up agents, breaking down waste and removing toxins from the soil. The fruiting head only appears when conditions are right for the spores to spread. These fungi heads frequently appear after rain and are quickly eaten by slugs and bugs, so to photograph them in good condition it’s a good idea to go out soon after rain. Having said that, fungi do not like prolonged rain, when it may be better to wait a couple of days. Fungi are often found in woods or other low-light conditions, so you will need to steady your camera, otherwise the resulting slow shutter speed will easily cause blurred images; many mushrooms appear on the ground or low down, so a bean-bag or something soft to rest the camera on can be more useful than a tripod. You will often end up kneeling, so don’t forget to take a plastic bag to rest on if you don’t have waterproof clothes. Fungi often have fascinating gills underneath to release spores from, and so a good composition and interesting image can be taken from low down. To get more light on the subject you can use flash but it is very easy to spoil the image with over-ex-
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Fungi on fallen tree, lit from below with a small torch
posed highlights. Similar problems occur with bright sunlight, although a controlled highlight or two will improve the image. A good way to do this is to use a torch to illuminate the underneath of the fungus, or a compact mirror to redirect sunlight onto the scene. Fungi can have fruiting bodies as wide as a tree trunk or so small you can hardly see them, so it’s easy to miss many of them when first at a location. Keep searching, and once you have seen them you will soon see many more.
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Don’t forget they live on decaying material, so as well in the moss or on last year’s leaf litter you will find them on fallen branches and high up on dead tree stumps. Each is a different photographic opportunity and challenge, but in many cases you will want to use the telephoto end of your zoom lens to magnify the fruit, plus a small aperture, say f11 or f16, to increase the depth of field, which will still be very small, just a few millimetres. This is another reason for steadying the camera. There will
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Local businesses support kids rugby A KIDS RUGBY team took to the field for their first match of the season in brand new shirts, thanks to a trio of sponsors. DS Developments, JEM Scaffolding and Bradfords Building Supplies have all contributed to a new kit for Ivybridge Rugby Club’s U9 team, and the boys will play with their sponsors represented on different parts of their new shirts. The youngster’s were obviously inspired by their new turn out and notched up their first victory of the season. U9s manager Nick Simner, who handed out the shirts just before kick-off, said: “It is fantastic for the team to start the season looking so smart and well turned out.We
Will, Jack and Sam in the new shirts
would like to thank all the sponsors who made it possible for the boys to play in new kit.” Ivybridge Rugby Club is keen to encourage new sponsors – individuals and companies – to get involved with the club, with a wide range of opportunities and packages available to support this thriving club. For more information, contact sponsorship coordinator Jon Law on (01752) 895045.
Cricketers look back on successful season IVYBRIDGE CRICKETERS will celebrate a hugely successful season when they meet for their annual awards evening. The event, at Ivybridge Cricket Club’s Filham Park clubhouse on Friday, 30 November, from 7.30pm, will see presentations to the award winner at all ages. A victorious season saw the first and second elevens both gain promotion, while the Sunday team’s push for title glory was only derailed by rained-off fixtures and a combination of poor results conspired to place them midtable by season’s end. The club’s junior section thrived as well. There were more opportunities for games for the U/11, U/13 and U/15 teams than ever before and there was a well-attended, high-quality junior cricket summer school. A host of players are in the running for the much sought-after awards. Top batting honours will likely be between Horwood, whose fine season included hitting a century, old 38
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hands Trent, Jacobs and Johnson, and de Silva, who, with an average of 68, made the biggest contribution. De Silva also topped the bowling averages, with other contenders Paul Veale and Pete Abraham, who took 20 and 16 wickets respectively. For the second eleven, Des Solomon had a superb batting season, with Greenhouse, Goswami and Borrow chipping in useful contributions. Wickets were taken largely by Greenhouse, Kopparambil and the ever-reliable Stuckey. Father and son Des and Harry Solomon were top run scorers on Sundays, with Hibberd and Goswami making telling contributions. Of the bowlers, only de Silva managed a double digit haul of wickets, with some 22 different bowlers sharing the remainder. Both Saturday skippers, Gareth Andrews and Mike Tuckwell, must also be contenders given the success of their teams.
Travis with the silver medal he won at the National Biathle finals
FATHER AND SON AT WORLD FINALS FATHER AND SON athletes Mark and Travis Bramley are off to Dubai this month to compete in the Biathle World Championships as part of the Great Britain team. Mark and Travis, 13, secured their places in the team with top three finishes in their respective categories at the National Biathle finals at Salford Quays Manchester earlier in the year. The nationals was a real family affair with Aegean Bramley, 10, also competing, finishing a creditable 10th against older competitors in the under 13 age group. Biathle is a multi-discipline event consisting of a run, swim, run with transition either side of the swim. This year’s World Championships will be the second year that the family have represented GB. Last year, Mark, Travis and Aegean all competed in the World Championships in Sofia, Bulgaria, where Travis was one of the three members of the U13 boys team who won gold.
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