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RECYCLING HEROES NEED YOUR VOTE Local people and groups who go the extra mile to help people recycle have been shortlisted for the Recycle Devon People’s Choice Hero Award, and now they need your vote to help them be crowned winners. Sustainable South Brent Community Composting Project’s Marsh Community Compost Site (pictured) has been nominated for the brilliant work it does. The project is open for villagers to bring any amount of their green waste, which they can exchange for compost. The fantastic project manages many tonnes of garden waste and provides a vital service to people who cannot easily access their local recycling centre. The project also brings people together and creates vital links within the community.

Another nominee is David Banks, who heads up Refurnish Devon. It supports low income families across the region through a chain of shops offering reused furniture to those in need. As well as helping the local community in this way, its social aims include

LET’S TALK ABOUT DEMENTIA A seminar about supporting people with dementia in our communities is being held this month. Let’s Talk About Dementia In Our Communities, organised by the Four Rivers Dementia Alliance, is on Friday, 2nd February at The Watermark in Ivybridge. If you want to find out how to support people with dementia, or let others know about what you are doing or need, or have some good community ideas, then you are encouraged to go along. The event, which runs from 9.30am until 3pm, is open to everyone – organisations, individuals, groups and carers. Attendance is free – thanks to sponsorship from town and parish funds – and a buffet lunch will be provided. i Let’s Talk About Dementia In Our Communities – Friday, 2nd February, The Watermark, Ivybridge, 9.30am-3pm. For more information, email adrian@ southhamscvs.org.uk or call 01803 862266

Contact us Call/text: 07516 539573 E: editor@theivybridge magazine.co.uk F: @Theivybridgemagazine T: @Ivybridgemag theivybridgemagazine.co.uk The imag is an independent magazine published and produced by Lily design, 6 Claymans Pathway, Woodlands, Ivybridge PL21 9UZ. © Lily design 2018. The imag has no affiliation to, nor official relationship with, any organisations or authorities. No part of this publication may be reproduced, in any form, without prior consent of the publisher. All information, advertised or provided, is accepted in good faith as being correct at the time of going to press. Opinions expressed in the magazine are not necessarily those of the publisher and editor. The publisher accepts no responsibility for products, goods or services that may be advertised or referred to.

helping to train and empower its workforce, allowing them to overcome any issues they might have faced. The waste collection team in Yealmpton is also celebrating after being shortlisted for the hero award and a Recycle Devon

go to recycledevon.org/have-yourvote Voting close on 16th February.

n editor’s letter Welcome to our seventh anniversary issue! We thought it was time for a freshen up, so our regular readers are sure to notice a few changes, not least the front cover and the shortened name – imag. The little ‘i’ still stands for Ivybridge, but also interesting and informative, which is what we endeavour to be. Welcome also to our new readers in Yealmpton, Modbury, Sparkwell and Lutton. We hope you look forward to receiving the magazine through your door every month. The magazine aims to celebrate our area and your stories. If you are involved with a local club or group, are organising an event, raising money for charity, or have done something amazing, we’d love to hear from you. We are always happy to support local good causes, community groups and charities with coverage in the magazine. If you run a local business, the magazine is a great way to reach local people. The emphasis on interesting and informative local content makes imag distinctly different from other titles covering this area, so get in touch to see how we can help build your business. We hope you enjoy reading this issue and here’s to the next seven years.

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Ivybridge and District Food Bank would like to say a huge “thank you” to all those who collected and donated food for them over the Christmas period. They received a record amount of donations and were able to help a record number of families, all thanks to the generosity of the community. People are continuing to give generously, but organisers stress that they cannot use out-ofdate food, packets already opened, unusual foods or those containing alcohol. It is difficult to dispose of such foods, so they are asking people to check the dates on foods before donating.

As part of its 10th anniversary celebrations, The Watermark in Ivybridge is on the look out for the best local talent. It is searching for up-and-coming artists to compete in a talent contest and find out, Has Ivybridge Got Talent? Singers, groups, musicians and dancers will be invited to perform in heats to find new local talent, with the judges picking a winner who will support Joey The Lips on The Watermark 10th Anniversary Stage at the Lions’ Fun Day on Saturday, 30th June. i For more details see page 21

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news WORLD CLASS Four students from Ivybridge Community College have been praised for the way they helped organise a prestigious school awards ceremony. Year 13 students Olivia Brown, Hannah Doe and Adam Northcott, and Year 12 Peter Bull impressed those involved with the event with their “extraordinarily impressive” conduct, professionalism and maturity. The four were invited to project manage the World Class Schools Award Ceremony at Churchill College, Cambridge University, and certainly made an impression on those attendng. “It was the general consensus from those involved in the event, who are difficult to impress, that the conduct, professionalism and maturity of the Ivybridge students were extraordinarily impressive,” said Miranda Perry, World Class Schools Quality Mark Award co-director. “Dr Jerry Toner, director of studies for Classics at

Adam Northcott, Lucy Ryder, Hannah Doe, Miranda Perry, Olivia Brown, Peter Bull and Dr Jerry Toner

Churchill College, asked where we had got ‘these exemplary students’ from?” As well as the four students helping to organise the event, Year 10 Lucy Ryder attended as she was one of the finalists of the World

Class School Essayists. She received an honourable mention for her essay. Year 12 students Ben Conroy and Ben Tuckley, Olivia and Hannah Doe, as well as ICC deputy principal Mrs Taylor received their

Qualified Assessor Awards. During the evening, the students received a personal tour of the Churchill College by Dr Toner, who also gave them an invaluable insight into the application process for entry to Cambridge University.

THE MARRIAGE COURSE A course to help married couples strengthen their relationship is starting in Ivybridge. Run by Mark and Carolyn Lawrence, leaders at Ivybridge Methodist Church, the seven session course is open to all married couples, whether they have been together a few months or many years, as well as to couples living together. You don’t have to be a Christian or church goer to attend, and your marriage certainly doesn’t have to be in any trouble. It is for any couple who wants to work at and invest in their relationship. The sessions run once a month on Wednesday evenings. Each session does follow on from the previous one, so it is best to attend as many as possible. Each evening should be like a ‘date night’ and begin with a meal as a couple, followed by a DVD presentation and then guided discussion,

GOVERNORS WANTED Woodlands Park Primary School is looking to appoint a new chair of Governors and a community governor. The community governor role will focus on safeguarding, children in care, vulnerable children and those with special educational needs and disabilities. If you believe you have the required skills and would like to have an impact on the lives of children and others in the community, contact Sandra Billinghay at clerk@ woodlandspark.devon.sch.uk before Thursday, 29th March, 2018.

again as a couple, using a handbook. There is no group discussion. The course is being held at The Exchange, Fore Street, Ivybridge. The cost is simply the price of your meal! The course starts on Wednesday, 31st January and the sessions are: 31st January - Building strong foundations; 28th February - The art of communication; 28th March Resolving conflict; 25th April - The power of forgiveness; 30th May - The impact of family, past and present; 27th June Good sex; 25th July - Love in action. Mark and Carolyn Lawrence have been married for 34 years, have two grown-up married daughters and one granddaughter, and have run the marriage course several times. i If you are interested in attending, or want to ask any questions, contact them by email - markcarolyn1983@gmail.com or call 01752 651910

LOCAL PLAN EXAMINATION The examination hearings of the Plymouth & South West Devon Joint Local 2014 - 2034 plan have started. The sessions, which commenced on Tuesday, 30th January, will mainly be held in the ballroom at the New Continental Hotel, Millbay Road, Plymouth. There are also sessions scheduled at Follaton House in Totnes on Tuesday, 27th February, starting at 10am, and at the council chamber in Tavistock at 10am on Thursday, 1st March. i southhams.gov.uk/article/583/The-Joint-Local-Plan

CARERS SUPPORT A new carers’ support service has been launched by Devon County Council. Building on current services, such as the close links with GPs, the single number helpline and having local support staff available, ‘peer support’ will be central to the service, with more opportunities for carers to support each other. There is also more help for those caring for people with specific and complex care needs and an increased focus on helping people understand and ‘navigate the system’. i Devon Carers helpline - 03456 434 435. Open Monday to Friday 8am-6pm and Saturdays 9am-1pm

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A group which campaigns for better rail services to and from Ivybridge is inviting local people to join it. Ivybridge Rail Users Group (IRUG), set up in 2004, is a voluntary group, supported by the town council, and its main aims are to give local rail users a voice and to lobby for improved rail services to and from Ivybridge. IRUG is holding its Annual General Meeting on 1st March at 7.30 at Ivybridge Town Hall – everyone is welcome to go along to meet the group and share their views on the issues. Currently, IRUG is exploring the idea of rebranding Ivybridge station as a ‘parkway’ station and an integrated transport hub,

especially in view of the new town being built at Sherford, and numerous other housing developments around Ivybridge and to the east of Plymouth. The group campaigned successfully against cuts proposed after the takeover of the franchise by Great Western in 2006, and also for a number of direct London trains to include stops at Ivybridge from 2009. IRUG has established good links with Great Western Railway (GWR), and invite staff to its meetings; IRUG members attend TravelWatch SouthWest and GWR Passenger Panel-West meetings. Every summer, the group puts together a ‘Days Out from

Ivybridge’ leaflet with ideas for day trips by train in Devon and Cornwall, and they compile a handy Ivybridge mini-timetable every month. For those who may not have caught a train from Ivybridge, although the station isn’t staffed, you can buy tickets on the train – or at your destination station – at no extra cost. A £10 Devon and Cornwall Railcard gets you a third off most fares, too. The station has a large free car park, step-free and well-lit access to both platforms, and electronic information points. Currently, only 20 trains a day stop at Ivybridge on weekdays (compared, for example, with 70 at Totnes), including five direct

services to or from London. Some extra train services for Ivybridge have been promised by GWR from early 2019. Making more use of the services already available is the best way to persuade the train company to stop more trains at Ivybridge, so the group urges people to use the station whenever they can! The Department for Transport is currently consulting on the future of rail services under the GWR franchise. The closing date for responses is 21st February – www.gov.uk/government/ consultations/great-western-railfranchise. IRUG will be responding to the consultation too. i irugivybridge.weebly.com or call

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RAIL SERVICES FROM IVYBRIDGE – February timetable n WEEKDAY DEPARTURES

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07.58 Penzance 08.23 Exeter St Davids 09.07 Penzance 10.15* London Paddington 10.18 Penzance 12.13* London Paddington 12.08* Plymouth 15.47 Newton Abbot 13.51 Penzance 17.10* London Paddington 16.52 Plymouth 17.55 Exeter St Davids 17.08* Penzance 18.59 Exeter St Davids 18.51 Penzance 21.30 Exeter St Davids Buses replace trains on Feb 3rd & 10th 19.06* Plymouth Tickets can be bought on the train from Ivybridge

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STOWFORD PAPER MILL It is now over four years since Stowford Paper Mill closed, with its business transferred to a sister mill located in Aberdeen. On 21st November, 2013, the very last reel of paper came off No.2 paper machine, not only marking an end to paper manufacturing in Ivybridge after 226 years of continuous operation, but also closing an important chapter in the history of the town. The prosperity of Ivybridge is inextricably linked to the paper mill, which provided stable employment for generations of its residents. A paper mill was first established on the site in 1787 when a Plymouth businessman, William Dunsterville, purchased Stowford Estate. By 1796 the mill had a new owner following the sale to Henry Rivers, proprietor of the London Inn in Ivybridge. He in turn leased the mill to Francis Fincher. The first paper making machine was installed in 1837, transforming paper production. The mid-nineteenth century marked the golden age for the paper mill, under the ownership of John Allen. He purchased the mill in 1849, and, with his two sons, Edward and John, ran the mill for over 60 years. It is debatable that, without their investment and enterprise, the mill would have survived the second half of the century. In 1910, following the death of Edward Allen, the paper mill was sold to a syndicate, of which the Clapperton family, who already owned a paper mill in Oxfordshire, were prominent members. For the next 14 years they invested heavily in the mill, despite a major fire, the outbreak of WWI and the difficult trading conditions which followed. In 1924 Portals, the manufacturer of banknotes for the Bank of England, purchased the mill. Thus began another notable chapter in its history, with the introduction of security papers, which remained an important part of the mill’s business operations up until its closure. In 1925, Portals were awarded the contract for the supply of postage stamp paper and Stowford Paper Mill continued to supply stamp base paper until 1968, when British stamps dispensed with watermarks. By 1930, Wiggins Teape had purchased the mill and the business

Stowford Paper Mill during the 19th century. The main mill building still has the bell chamber which was not replaced following the major fire in 1914

continued to flourish. It was now manufacturing British postal order paper and pension and allowances paper. Additionally, it was producing all birth, marriage and death certificate paper bearing the General Register Office watermark. In 1991, Wiggins Teape merged with a French paper corporation Arjomari Prioux to become ArjoWiggins. The announcement of the impending closure of the paper mill, when

it appeared in the press in September 2012, prompted action within the local community to preserve its rich history. From numerous visits to the mill, countless old documents, scrapbooks and production records were rescued and remain with the group’s archivists. While the closure of the paper mill was a catalyst for the formation of the Ivybridge Mill Archives Group, its researchers have now shifted their focus to many other topics of

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historical interest and the group’s archives continue to grow. The new name of Ivybridge Heritage & Archives Group reflects this expansion of research. i A much more detailed history

of Stowford Paper Mill, along with many other topics, can be viewed on the Ivybridge Heritage & Archives Group website

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clubs&groups n Ivybridge Walking Club WALKS Join Ivybridge Walking Club for two walks this month, on Sunday 11th and 25th February. Full details about the walks, as well as how to join, can be found on the club’s website i iwcdevon.org.uk

n Ivybridge Flower Club THE SHOW WENT ON Due to the sudden illness of the booked demonstrator, Elaine Reynolds, two members stepped in to demonstrate five beautiful arrangements. Hilary Newcombe and Janet Weston hurried around to find last-minute flowers and foliage so that they could provide members with wonderful colours and designs, including an arrangement in a bag, a Hogarth curve and a parallel and table decoration. Members greatly appreciated their talent and skills. The club dinner is on 12th February, so the next meeting at The Watermark will be on Monday, 12th March, with area Vivienne Thompson’s ‘anticipation’ demonstration. All welcome – visitors £6. Also in March, the club is holding a quiz evening at Ivybridge Rugby Club on Monday, 26th March, starting at 7pm. Tickets are £8 to include a buffet. i Contact Hilary on 01752 892647 for more information about the club

n Ivybridge Probus Club NEW YEAR, NEW VENUE The annual Christmas ladies lunch brought Ivybridge Probus Club’s 2017 to a successful close. Held at the new venue of the Moorland Garden Hotel, it was a great success, and members voted to return there again this Christmas. Everything about the occasion was faultless – except perhaps the extraordinary tie worn by Mike Holman, who won the prize for the most outrageous neckware. Thanks to Keith and Anne Kiddell for the time they put in to finding such a great venue. The club’s new year got under way with the monthly lunch on the 9th January. The meeting was held at Wrangaton Golf Club, which will be the permanent venue for 2018. Attendance was badly hit, mostly by an assortment of bugs which seemed to be going around. The talk was by David Halpin, a 10

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ANTARCTIC SIGHTS The February general meeting of Ivybridge U3A will be held on Monday, 19th February, starting at 2pm at The Watermark The speaker will be Mathew Upton, whose talk is called ‘Antarctica – a description of a research visit to Halley Base’. In January 1997, Mathew travelled by ship from Uruguay to the British Antarctic Survey Halley base on the Brunt Ice Shelf in the Weddell Sea. The reason for his visit was to set up a research

laboratory that would be used to detect human contamination of the pristine environment surrounding the base. Mathew will touch briefly on the science side of the trip, but

mostly he will talk about the sights and animals that he saw on the journey to the base, and then back out to the Falkland Islands where he left the ship.

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retired consultant from Torbay Hospital, who put before members a (conspiracy?) theory that Dr David Kelly, of Iraq war fame, did not commit suicide but was killed. An interesting proposition, which divided the attending membership, it demonstrated that even 15 years on, there are clearly strongly held views about the circumstances leading up to the Iraq war and the actions surrounding it.

n Ivybridge Theatre Company CARROLL’S CLASSIC Preparations are well underway as Ivybridge Theatre Company gets set to travel into Wonderland for its next production. Join Alice on 13th, 14th and 15th April as she falls down the rabbit hole into a land full of lively characters and perilous danger. Will she find the White Rabbit? Will he find his handkerchief? Will the Mad Hatter ever get his watch working? With two evening shows and two matinée performances at The Watermark, there will be plenty of opportunities to find out. The whole family is invited to enjoy this masterful retelling of

Lewis Carroll’s classic Alice in Wonderland. The show is sure to be fun for all ages, just remember to keep your head! Tickets will go on sale soon from The Watermark box office – 01752 892220 or go to ivybridgewatermark.co.uk If you have any interest in performing arts or even helping backstage (for example, costumes, set making, lighting, sound) Ivybridge Theatre Company would love to hear from you. i Contact Ron Davis on 01752

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n The Arts Society NAME CHANGE A society renowned for its high-quality lectures and presentations from national and international experts has had a change of name to better reflect the wide ranging subject areas it covers. In line with the national change, the local branch of the National Association of Decorative and Fine Art Societies is now called The Arts Society Kingsbridge. Meetings are held in Kingsbridge Methodist Hall on the

last Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm, repeated the following Thursday morning at 10.30am. Meetings take place from September to June. Visitors are always welcome for a suggested donation of £8. You don’t need any previous knowledge of art or history, just an interest. The title of fine arts could give the impression of subjects being limited to paintings and antique furniture, when in fact lecturers interpret this freely, with talks about the history of golf, social history as seen through silver table wear, Turner and his time in Devon, foreigners in London and many more. The change of title to include all arts has meant the subjects can now be even more wide ranging. As well as monthly meetings, there are also visits to places of interest in the South West, often not normally opened to the public. Members of the local association are also entitled to join ‘study days’ organised by other areas, anywhere in the country and abroad, further broadening subjects and their appeal. i For more information, visit

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DRIVERS NEEDED A community car scheme which helps the elderly, infirm and isolated attend appointments, go to the hairdressers or shops, or enjoy general social visits, is looking for volunteer drivers Car ownership in the South Hams is one of the highest in the UK, not doubt reflecting what public transport is available within the district. If you live in one of the bigger towns, such as Ivybridge, regular public transport is available. Ivybridge is served by the Gold, X38 and 20A services, enabling people to get to Totnes, Torquay, Exeter, Plympton and Plymouth. But what about getting to a hospital appointment at say Derriford or Mount Gould? Getting there by public transport is possible, but pretty difficult and time consuming. This is reality for many, especially the elderly, infirm, and those unable to drive any longer for health reasons. The problem is many times worse if you live in one of the surrounding rural villages like Cornwood, Ugborough or Sparkwell – here there is very little and infrequent public transport. The “ring and ride” service (strictly speaking IDCTA – Ivy-

bridge and District Community Transport Association, a registered charity) has been providing a means for the elderly and infirm to attend appointments at the hospital, or the doctors, opticians, chiropodist or stroke support etc for many years, and covers not only Ivybridge but all the surrounding settlements. The Community Car Scheme operates similarly to a pre-booked taxi (but is considerably more affordable), and can be booked by calling the association’s office in The Watermark between 9am and 12.30pm on weekdays. The service relies entirely on voluntary drivers, who use their own cars and give up their time to help others. Ring and Ride is currently looking for more people to help by becoming volunteer drivers. Being a driver is a great opportunity to give something back to your local community by helping the elderly and sometimes the most socially isolated. You would be paid a mileage rate of 45 pence, which is not subject to income tax, and you do not have to commit to a regular schedule – you can do as little or as much as you wish. To find out how you could make a difference as a volunteer driver, call Alex or Judith on 01752 690444 (9am to 12.30pm weekdays) i ringandride.net

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Barbara Harris says goodbye to Manor School

GOODBYE MRS HARRIS After nearly 30 years teaching at Manor Primary School, Barbara Harris retired at the end of last term. The school held a special assembly, featuring emotional speeches, fond memories, gifts and good wishes. This was followed by a tea party for friends and col-

Blythe meets Eunice

leagues past and present, and a few past pupils, too. Mrs Harris has left many lasting legacies at the school. She started the first ecology club at the school and dug the school pond, which is still a brilliantly fun and educational resource in use today. The staff, parents and pupils

bought Mrs Harris a digital sewing machine so that she can continue to create wonderful crafts and artwork at home. Mrs Harris surprised the children by buying them something, too – five large fruit trees to be planted in the school grounds, and a beautiful piece of artwork.

n Woodlands WARBURTONS BAKE Children at Woodlands Park Primary School were given a healthy eating and practical food workshop courtesy of Warburtons. They learnt about healthy eating and food hygiene, as well as about the history of Warburtons. Donning hairnets and aprons, the children shaped dough, which was then baked in time for them to take it home. Warburtons also kindly donated lots of Warburtons goodies to the class. twitter: @Ivybridgemag \\ facebook: @TheIvybridgemagazine \\ theivybridgemagazine.co.uk \\ 07516 539573 | 01752 426522

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GUIDE DOG VISIT Stowford School’s Year 1 classes were treated to a very special visit by Jo Woodcock and her six-year-old guide dog, Eunice, who helps to keep Jo safe when she goes out. The children heard about the life of a guide dog, which begins at six-weeks-old when they go and live with a puppy walker. Here they learn many useful skills such as going to the shops, travelling on public transport and even going to a firework display. The children discovered that Eunice’s puppy walker trained her until she was a year old, when she then ‘graduated’ to guide dog training school where she learnt how to cross roads safely and keep her owner safe while using the stairs. By two years old, Eunice was ready to be paired with Jo. Jo explained how Eunice knows that when in her guide dog harness – which lets the general public know Eunice is a working dog and is therefore allowed in shops and other places – she is in ‘work mode’ and showed the children how she responds to different commands. Year 1 teacher, Hannah Brown said: “The children were captivated by Eunice and Jo and were amazed at the amount of training a guide dog has to undertake before they are ready to be paired with an owner. They especially enjoyed stroking Eunice at the end of the session.” THE IVYBRIDGE MAGAZINE

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VOLLEYBALL Year 5 & 6 pupils at Woodlands Park Primary School enjoyed specialist volleyball coaching, with the pupils taught basic skills and game play.

Carmen receiving a signed copy of I Think I Murdered Miss from Billy

AUTHOR VISIT Key Stage 2 classes at Stowford School were treated to a visit from Billy Bob Buttons, the award-winning children’s author. Billy Bob Buttons (the pen name of Edward Hugh Trayer) has written 13 children’s novels, including Felicity Brady and the Wizard’s Bookshop, which was long-list-

ed for the International Rubery Book Award in 2011. In 2012, Tor Assassin Hunter was runner-up in the UK People’s Book Prize and I Think I Murdered Miss won the UK People’s Book Prize in 2014. Other titles include The Gullfoss Legends, Muffin Monster and Drowning Fish.

Billy’s literacy workshop to Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 had a balance of helpful writing tips and humorous anecdotes, which will surely inspire many children in their future writing and story planning. The children were captivated throughout and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

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Emily Mitchell with her eco warriors

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ECO WARRIORS Emily Mitchell, the newest member of staff at Holbeton Primary School, has been busy planning a host of initiatives with the school’s group of enthusiastic eco warriors. Emily is passionate about ensuring the environment is treasured to pass on to the next generation, fitting right in with the school’s outdoor education ethos. She has already organised outreach work with the RSPB, and has started an application for the Green Flag. Emily also plans various ‘clean up’ events. She said: “It is so important that all our children understand the effects our actions have on the wider world. We are so lucky that our school has such beautiful grounds, with access to such wonderful local areas like the orchard, the wood and Mothecombe Beach. They understand and want to ensure that we need to keep it special. It is so heartwarming to see how enthusiastic and passionate they are already.” 01752 426522 | 07516 539573 \\ theivybridgemagazine.co.uk \\ facebook: @TheIvybridgemagazine \\ twitter: @Ivybridgemag

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n Woodlands BASKETBALL Woodlands Park Primary School held a basketball club with the help of some coaching sessions provided by players of the Plymouth Raiders. The children were taught ball handling skills and game play. As a result of the coaching sessions, Alfie (pictured left) was invited to be ball-boy at a recent Raiders’ game.

The victorious Year 5/6 athletic team

ATHLETICS Stowford School’s year 5 and 6 athletics team competed in the Ivybridge Learning Community Indoor Athletics Tournament, held at Ivybridge Community College. Eleven schools took part, with 132 children running, jumping and throwing. After completing all the disci-

plines, Stowford came out on top, with Newton Ferrers second and Manor third. Teaching assistant Gill Gilbert said: “The children were fantastic. They worked well as a team and encouraged one another. All their hard work was evident in their super performance”. ATHLETICS Children from Years 5 and 6 at Woodlands Park Primary School competed in the Ivybridge Learning Community indoor athletics competition at Ivybridge

Community College. They took part in two track and two field events, including chest push, speed bounce, long jump and vertical jump.

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Choir teacher Mrs Davies bringing out the best from the children

CHOIR ON TOUR Manor Primary School Choir spread festive cheer when it visited the residents of Ivydene care home and Waterside House to spread festive joy in the lead up to Christmas. The children sang a range of traditional carols and popular Christmas 16

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songs, with the residents singing along. After the performance festive treats were served. The choir left the residents with a big smile on their faces, having filled their day with joy! By Holly Morgan, Year 5 and member of the choir

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events / activities / films / music / clubs / groups

HOME AGAIN [12A] Wed 7 Feb 2pm & Thu 8 Feb 7.30pm. Reese Witherspoon stars as Alice Kinney in a modern romantic comedy. Recently separated from her husband (Michael Sheen), Alice decides to start over by moving back to her hometown of Los Angeles with her two young daughters. During a night out on her 40th birthday, a new romance begins, but comes to a crashing halt when her ex-husband shows up, suitcase in hand. ROH LIVE: TOSCA Wed 7 Feb 7.15pm. Tosca is one of the great evenings of opera and from its striding opening chords conjures up a world of political instability and menace. Jonathan Kent’s production for The Royal Opera House captures the dangerous political turbulence of Rome in 1800. FAMILY CINEMA: DESPICABLE ME 3 [U] Wed 14 Feb 10.30am. The mischievous Minions hope Gru will return to a life of crime after the new boss of the Anti-Villain League fires him. Instead, Gru decides to remain retired and travel to Freedonia to meet his long-lost twin brother for the first time. The reunited siblings soon find themselves in an uneasy alliance to take down the elusive Balthazar Bratt, a former 1980s child star who seeks revenge against the world. Tickets £5 and include refreshments. THE MOUNTAIN BETWEEN US [12A] Wed 14 Feb 2pm & Thu 15 Feb 7.30pm. Stranded on a mountain after a plane crash, two strangers (Kate Winslet and Idris Elba) embark on a perlious journey across hundreds of miles of wilderness, pushing each other to survive and discovering inner strength. RSC LIVE: TWELFTH NIGHT Wed 14 Feb 7pm. Twelfth Night is a tale of unrequited love – hilarious and heartbreaking. Twins are separated in a shipwreck, and forced to fend for themselves in a strange land. The first twin, Viola, falls in love with Orsino, who dotes on OIivia, who falls for Viola but is idolised by Malvolio (Adrian Edmonson). Enter Sebastian, who is the spitting image of his twin sister. NT LIVE ENCORE: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Thu 22 Feb 7.30pm. Tennessee Williams’ 20th century masterpiece. Stars Sienna Miller alongside Jack O’Connell and Colm Meaney. GOODBYE CHRISTOPHER ROBIN [PG] Wed 28 Feb 2pm & Thu 1 Mar 7.30pm. After leaving London for the English countryside, writer A A Milne starts to spin fanciful yarns about his son’s growing collection of stuffed animals. These stories form the basis for Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner. ROH LIVE: THE WINTER’S TALE Wed 28 Feb 7.15pm. Christopher Wheeldon, artistic associate of The Royal Ballet, created his adaptation of Shakespeare’s late great romance for The Royal Ballet in 2014. The Winter’s Tale is a masterful modern narrative ballet.

MUSIC FOR HANNAH’S The South Hams Singers are hosting a musical extravaganza in aid of Dame Hannah’s at The Watermark on Friday, 23rd February. They will be joined by the Totnes

Town Band, David and Helen Jones (jazz and blues), songwriter Ed Hill and baritone Mark Boocock. Tickets are £10 and available

from The Watermark box office – online, by calling 01752 892220 or in person. Tickets are also available by calling 01752 830353. The show starts at 7.30pm.

ANTIQUES EVENING

VILLAGE HALL BREAKFAST CINEMA CAFE

The Friends of Ivybridge Library are holding an antiques evening at The Watermark on Thursday, 15th February. The expert assessor will be Charles Lanning, well known on local media in the antiques field, who will be on hand to give advice on any items brought to the event. Tickets are £5 to include refreshments. The evening starts at 7.30pm

‘Going in Style’ is this month’s film at the Village Hall Cinema in South Brent. It is showing on Sunday, 11th February, starting at 7.30pm. Desperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three life-long pals risk it all by embarking on a daring bid to knock off the very bank that absconded with their money. Tickets on the door are £4 adult, child £2. Doors open at 7pm. Bar opens 30mins before showings. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Raising funds for South Brent Village Hall.

FAMILY FILM The mischievous Minions are back! The Watermark is showing Despicable Me 3 on Wednesday, 14th February. Tickets are just £5 and include refreshments.

BUCKFAST HARRY POTTER ABBEY TALK Buckfast Abbey is celebrating BOOK NIGHT its millennium year in 2018, and Ivybridge Library is holding a Harry Potter book night on Thursday, 1st February. Aimed at children 7-11 years old, there will be a wizard storyteller, games, Diagon Alley hunt and more. Fancy dress optional. Time: 4-6pm. To book your place, contact Ivybridge Library on 01752 893140 or email ivybridge.library@libraries unlimited.org.uk

you can find out more about this iconic site at a talk at the Devon Rural Archive. Buckfast Abbey – History, Art & Architecture, an illustrated talk by Peter Beacham, building historian and author, is on Thursday, 1st February, starting at 7pm. Admission £5 per person. To book contact Abi Gray on 01548 830832 or email office@dra.uk.net

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what’s on

The Breakfast Café with live music is open on Sunday, 25th February, from 9.30am-12noon in the Old School Community Centre. Expect the usual good breakfast and fine company. In aid of South Brent & District Caring.

GOODBYE CHRISTOPHER ROBIN Goodbye Christopher Robin [PG] is showing at The Watermark on Wednesday, 28th February at 2pm (and also on Thursday, 1st March, at 7.30pm). After leaving London for the English countryside, writer A A Milne starts to spin fanciful yarns about his son’s growing collection of stuffed animals. These stories form the basis for “Winnie-the-Pooh” and “The House at Pooh Corner”, published in 1926 and 1928. Milne and his family soon become swept up in the instant success of the books, while the enchanting tales bring hope and comfort to the rest of postwar England. Tickets are £7, member £6. Concessions (60+, U21, student) £6, member £5. Buy tickets in person, on 01752 892220 or online. THE IVYBRIDGE MAGAZINE

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what’s on THURSDAY

1st FRIDAY

Knit and natter Famous Lee Mill, 2.30-4pm. Free – just pop in! EOS @ The Watermark – Cezanne – Portraits of a Life 2pm. Harry Potter book night 4-6pm, Ivybridge Library. Wizard storyteller, games and more. Fancy dress optional. For children 7-11 years. Book your place through the library on 01752 893140 / ivybridge.library@ librariesunlimited.org.uk Evening Lecture ‘Buckfast Abbey: History, Art and Architecture’ 7pm, Devon Rural Archive, Shilstone. A talk by Peter Beacham, building historian. Tickets £5 from Abi – 01548 830832 / abi@ dra.uk.net

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WEDNESDAY 14th

Ivybridge Country Market 9.30am-12.30pm. Chapel Place Community Centre.

Ivybridge Memory Café 2-4pm at Douro Court. Glow Therapies - Massage Treatments, quiz and games. Contact 07791 239357. RSC Live @ The Watermark – Twelfth Night 7pm. See page 17 for details.

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10th

Ermington Sustainable Saturdays 10am-12noon, Ermington Reading Rooms. Park Run 9am, Plymbridge Woods. Free weekly run for all abilities. Details: 01752 333500 ext 502 / charlie. mcguin@nationaltrust. org.uk Half Term Fun 10am-4pm, Saltram House. Details: nationaltrust.org.uk/ saltram/whats-on

2nd

6th

7th

Energy bill busting info session 7-8pm, Aune Room, The Old School Centre, South Brent. See page 8 for details. ROH Live @ The Watermark – Tosca. 7.15pm. See page 17 for details.

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8th

Knit and natter Famous Lee Mill, 2.30-4pm. Free just pop in! 18

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The winner of the search to ﬁnd new local talent will play on The Watermark 10th Anniversary Stage at the Lions’ Fun Day on Saturday, 30th June. See page 21.

FRIDAY

SUNDAY

11th

Village Hall cinema ‘Going in Style’, South Brent Village Hall, 7.30pm.

MONDAY

12th

Planning & Infrastructure Committee 6pm, Ivybridge Town Hall. Parks & Open Spaces Committee 6.45pm Public participation 7pm meeting starts. Ivybridge Town Hall.

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WEDNESDAY

Energy bill busting info session 7-8pm, Beacon Room, Ivybridge Library. See page 8 for details.

THE WATERMARK IS LOOKING FOR UP-AND-COMING LOCAL SINGERS, GROUPS, MUSICIANS AND DANCERS

Energy bill busting info session 6-7pm, MARS Pavilion, Modbury. See page 8 for details. Watermark Committee Meeting 6pm The Watermark.

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Ugborough Sustainable Saturdays 10am-12noon, Ugborough Church. Park Run 9am, Plymbridge Woods. Free weekly run for all abilities. Details: 01752 333500 ext 502 / charlie. mcguin@nationaltrust.org.uk

TUESDAY

15th

SUNDAY

Open Garden The Mount, Delamore, 11am-3pm. Go for a leisurely wander through the snowdrops in this lovely wood. Details: ngs.org.uk

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Ivybridge Country Market 9.30am-12.30pm. Chapel Place Community Centre. Let’s Talk About Dementia In Our Communities The Watermark, 9.30am-3pm. Organised by the Four Rivers Dementia Alliance

SATURDAY

THURSDAY

Knit and natter Famous Lee Mill, 2.30-4pm. Free – just pop in! Antiques evening The Watermark, 7.30pm. £5. In aid of Friends of Ivybridge Library. See page 17.

Park Run 9am, Plymbridge Woods. Free weekly run for all abilities. Details: 01752 333500 ext 502 / charlie. mcguin@nationaltrust.org.uk

16th

Business Breakfast Meeting 8.30- 10am. The Watermark. £8 inc breakfast and guest speaker. Book: clare.northey@swlaw.co.uk or swdn@swlaw.co.uk

SATURDAY

17th

Ugborough Sustainable Saturdays 10am-12noon, Ugborough Village Hall. Open Garden The Mount, Delamore, 11am-3pm. Welcome one of the first signs of spring by wandering through the snowdrops in this lovely wood. Details: ngs.org.uk

Arts Society Kingsbridge (previously KEDFAS) Speaker Diana Wright - The Best Kept Secret in the City of London – The Guildhall Art Gallery. Kingsbridge Methodist Hall, 7pm for 7.30pm start. All welcome on payment/donation of £8. Tea/coffee available.

THURSDAY

Arts Society Kingsbridge As Wednesday 21st. The Guildhall Art Gallery. Kingsbridge Methodist Hall, 10 for 10.30am. All welcome on payment/donation of £8. Tea/coffee available. NT Live Encore @ The Watermark – Cat on a Hot Tin Roof See page 17 for details.

FRIDAY

23rd

Musical Extravaganza 7.30pm, The Watermark. Featuring the South Hams Singers and guests. In aid of Dame Hannah’s. Tickets £10 from The Watermark or by calling 01752 830353.

SATURDAY

24th

SUNDAY

25th

Breakfast cafe with live music. Old School Community Centre, South Brent, 9.30am-12noon. Trust 10 Saltram House. Free monthly way-marked 10k run around the Saltram estate. Arrive before 9am to register. Details: ellie. woodward@nationaltrust. org.uk or call 01752 33350

MONDAY

26th

Planning & Infrastructure Committee 6pm, Ivybridge Town Hall. Full Council Meeting 7pm The Watermark, Ivybridge.

WEDNESDAY 28th Ivybridge Memory Café 2-4pm at Douro Court. Musical afternoon with the ukulele group, quiz and games. 07791 239357. ROH Live @ The Watermark – The Winter’s Tale See page 17 for details.

22nd

Knit and natter Famous Lee Mill, 2.30-4pm. Free – just pop in! Energy bill busting info session 7-8pm, Yealmpton Parish Rooms. See page 8 for details.

To have your event, club, group or activity included in the diary, please supply details by the 12th of each preceding month: Tel 01752 892220 or email info@ ivybridgewatermark.co.uk

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REGULAR MONDAY South Hams C.A.B. 9.30am12.30pm. Every Monday (excluding Bank Holidays). Drop in at the Community Room, The Watermark. Or call 03444 111 444, Monday to Thursday 10am to 4pm. Weigh and Play at the Den, South Brent Primary School. 1.30-3pm. Stay and play session for under 5s with child health clinic on 1st and 3rd weeks. 01803 847626 / southhamschildrenscentre @actionforchildren.org.uk St John’s Craft Group 7.309.30pm. Waterside House, Keaton Road. Ivybridge U3A monthly meeting 2-4pm. Third Monday of the month. The Watermark. Ivybridge.u3a@ gmail.com / 01364 724700 / www.ivybridge-u3a.org.uk Slimming World 5pm and 7pm. Chapel Place Community Hall. Pop in or contact Leanne on 07930 473542 leannetancock@ sky.com Arts & Crafts 1.30pm. Evangelical Baptist Church. Contact Ian Macgregor Tel. 01752 923032. M@xs Book Dreamers 3.454.45pm.1st Monday of the month. Ivybridge Library. Reading group for children aged 6-11. 01752 893140. 1st Ivybridge Cub Scouts 6.30-8pm. Victoria Hall. Ages 8½ -10½ years. ivyakela@gmail.com 3rd Ivybridge Scout Group 6pm. Scout Hut, Leonards Road. 3rd Ivybridge Brownies 6.15-7.30pm. Details: 01752 895848. Bridge Sea Angling Club 8pm. Last Monday of month. The Exchange. Prize Bingo 7.30pm. Bittaford Community Hall. Details: 01752 896521. Adult Reading Group 7.15pm. First Monday of month. Ivybridge Library. Details: 01752 893140.

Air Cadets Parade times 7.309.30pm. Joint Cadet Centre, Filham Park. Details: 07879 464657 / oc.339@aircadets. org www.339sqn.org.uk Abbeyfield Coffee Morning 10.30am-12noon. First Monday of every month. Abbeyfield, Trehill Road. Details: 01752 691567. Exercise On Referral Ivybridge Leisure Centre. Details: 01752 896999. Hatha Yoga with Meditation 7-9pm. St John’s Church Hall. Suitable for beginners. Join any time, just drop in. Details: Tel. 01548 550612. Ivybridge Flower Club The Watermark. 7.30pm. Every 2nd Monday of the month. Details: 01752 892647. Ivybridge Trefoil Guild Guiding for Adults. 7pm. Meets 2nd Monday. Venue varies. Contact Angela 01752 892587. Ivybridge Short Mat Bowls Club Sept-March. 7-9.15pm. Ivybridge Community College. Details: 01752 691306 / john. chaplin1@tiscali.co.uk Coffee Morning/Lunch Club Alternate Mondays, The Old School Community Centre, South Brent. Details: Contact South Brent & District Caring - 01364 700282.

TUESDAY Ivybridge Probus Club First Tuesday of the month. 12.30pm venue tbc. Details: - 01752 892255. Ivybridge Arts and Crafts 1.30-4.30pm. Scout & Guide building, Blachford Rd. Details: Gerry 01752 690176 / Hazel 01752 892438. Ivybridge and District Camera Club 7.30pm. 1st, 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. Bittaford Village Hall. Details: David Rayner on 01752 691260. Ivybridge Walking For Health Level 1. 9.45am for 10am. First Tuesday of the month. Meet inside Ivybridge Leisure Centre. Up to 30mins. Free. www. walkingforhealth.org.uk Ivybridge Walking For Health Level 2 walk. 9.45am for 10am. Every Tuesday. Meet inside Ivybridge Leisure Centre. Up to 60mins. Free. www. walkingforhealth.org.uk

Wesley’s Cafe 10-11.30am @ Ivybridge Methodist Church. Homemade cakes, coffee, tea & good company. Tuesday Lunches 12.151.30pm. Ivybridge Methodist Church Café. Children welcome. Ring & ride bus offers door to door service £2.50 return (call 01752 690444 for ring & ride). 1st Ivybridge Cub Scouts 6.30-8pm. Victoria Hall. Ages 8½- 10½.. ivyakela@ gmail.com 1st Ivybridge Explorer Scouts 8.15-9.45pm. 1st Ivybridge Scout Hut, Victoria Park. Ages 14½18. Details: 0792507443 / ivyexplorers@yahoo.com 5th Ivybridge Rainbows 5-6pm. St John’s Church Hall. Details: ivybridgerainbows@live. co.uk Tai Chi 7.30-9pm. 3rd Scout Hut, Ivybridge. Details: 07972 846443 / john.h@ gmail.com Beading Group 7.309.30pm. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month. Scout Hut, Ivybridge. Slimming World 9.30am, 11.30am 3.30pm and 5.30pm. Chapel Place Community Hall. Pop in or contact Leanne on 07930 473542 leannetancock@ sky.com Parents and Toddlers 10am-12noon. Ivybridge Evangelical Baptist Church. £1 per session. Details: 01752 923032. Ivybridge Judo Club St John’s Hall, Blachford Rd. Junior class (age 8-13) 7.158.15pm. First session free. Details: text 07599 111815 / petewhitfield62@gmail.com Ivybridge Community Choir Meets every Tuesday. 7.30-9.15pm. Ivybridge Library. Everybody welcome, no auditions. Contact Sheila on 01626 870107 / www. communitychoir.co.uk Ivybridge Short Mat Bowls Club Sept-March. 7-9.15pm. Ivybridge Community College. Details: 01752 691306 / john.chaplin1@ tiscali.co.uk All Aboard 2-4pm. Ivybridge Library. Board Games club. 01752 893140.

Erme Valley Harriers Seniors Training 6pm. Every Tuesday & Friday. Meet Ivybridge Rugby Club. ermevalleyharriers.co.uk Next Steps Parent/Carer Support Group 10am12noon. Every 2nd Tuesday of the month. Beacon Room, The Watermark. Details: contact Jan 07742 609968. The Ivybridge Link (Social Networking for Adults With Learning Disabilities). 5.308.30pm. The Exchange. Beat Bounce Fitness Class 6-7pm & 7- 8pm. The Watermark. £5 per session. Details: www. revitalisefitnessretreat. co.uk / call/text Brooke on 07912 895 540. Pilates 6pm and 7.15pm. FREE – voluntary donations to St Luke’s are invited. Westward Inn function room, Lee Mill. Details: wendywolf@hotmail.co.uk Discovery Play at the Den South Brent Primary School. 9.45am-11.15am. Messy play session for the under 5s. 01803 847626 / southhamschildrenscentre @actionforchildren.org.uk Parent Support Sessions 9.30-11.30am. Ivybridge Library. Book - 01803 847626 / southhamschildrenscentre @actionforchildren.org.uk Mid Week Holy Communion First Tuesday of the month.1.30-2pm. Ivybridge Methodist Church. Open to all.

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what’s on Little Fishies parent & toddler group run by the Salvation Army – 10am-12noon, Ivybridge Methodist Church Hall. Tai Chi Every Wednesday. 9.30-11am. 3rd Scout Hut, Ivybridge. Details: 07972 846443 / John.H@gmail.com Read and Reminisce 10.30am-12noon. The Beacon Room, Ivybridge Library. Stories, poetry & memories. Everyone welcome. Ivybridge Theatre Company 7.30pm. Chapel Place Community Centre. Details: contact Ron Davis on tel. 01752 893308 or visit ivybridgetheatre company.co.uk Erme WI 7.30pm. Every second Wednesday of the month. Ivybridge Library. Details: contact Sheila on Tel. 01752 895875. Royal British Legion Meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. The Sportsmans Inn. 7.30pm. Details: contact Dermot Roberts on 01752 691645 or see the website - http:// branches.britishlegion.org. uk/branches/ivybridge Ivybridge Trefoil Guild Guiding for Adults. Meets on 1st Wednesday of every month AT Abbeyfield House, Ivybridge. 10am-12noon. Details: contact Angela 01752 892587. 50+ Badminton 12.30pm. Ivybridge Leisure Centre. Details: 01752 896999. 1st Ivybridge Beaver Scouts 6-7pm. Victoria Hall. Contact 1stivybeavers@ gmail.com 1st Ivybridge Scouts 7.30-9.30pm. 1st Ivybridge Scout Hut, Victoria Park. Ages 10½- 14½. Details: first ivybridgescouts@ymail.com 3rd Ivybridge Scouts 6.308pm. Leonard’s Road HQ. Details: Contact 1stivygsl@ gmail.com 1st Ivybridge Guides 6.308.30pm. Details: contact Janet Parsons Tel. 01752 897082. Beginner Road Running Club (Sept- April only) 5.30-6.30pm. Meeting point Ivybridge Community College. Free. Details: contact Chris 01752 698315. >

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what’s on Devon Senior Voice 10.30am-12.30pm. 1st Wednesday of the month. The Sportsman’s Inn. Details: 01752 892191. Ivybridge Table Tennis Group Ivybridge CC. Juniors £2, 6.30-8pm, Open Session £2.50, 8-9.30pm. Details: 07712 896185. Wednesday Night Church @ St John The Evangelist 7.30pm. Friendship, reflection, silence and prayer, for those of all faiths or none. Erme Valley Ladies Group 10.30am. 2nd Wednesday of month. Waterside House. Ivybridge Bowls Club 6.30pm. April-September. Bridge Park clubhouse. Details: 01752 892858. Ivybridge Rotary Club 6pm. The Henlake Suite, The Watermark. 01752 893245. Booklovers Meeting Alternate weeks. Details: 01364 73793 Coffee Morning 10.30am12noon. Cornwood Community Room. South Brent Short Mat Bowls Club 7-9pm. South Brent Village Hall. Details: 01364 73244 / lal.lang53@ gmail.com Teeny Tots 10.30am11.30am. Ivybridge Library. Songs, stories and crafts for pre-school children and their carers. No charge. Bookstart 10.30-11.30am, Ivybridge Library. Details: 01803 847626 / southhamschildrenscentre @actionforchildren.org.uk Hello Baby 1-2.30pm. Ivybridge Library. Group for children aged 0-12months. Details: 01803 847626 / southhamschildrenscentre @actionforchildren.org.uk Discovery Play Ivybridge Methodist Church Hall. 1.303pm. Details: 01803 847626 / southhamschildrenscentre @actionforchildren.org.uk Carers Group 11am12.30pm, first Wednesday of month, Ivybridge Library. Informal social gathering for any local unpaid carers. Details: 03456 434 435. Ivybridge Caring Volunteers Drop in for a chat about support for elderly/ isolated people. 9.30am-12pm. 2nd Floor, The Watermark. Details: 07791 239357. 20

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THURSDAY Artistik Storytime 10am12noon. St. John’s Hall, Blachford Rd. For 0-5 years with carer. £1.50 per session. Details: 01752 873089. Diddy Dance 10-11am. St John’s Church Hall, Blachford Road. Walking For Health Level 3 walk. 9.45am for 10am. Every Thursday. Meet inside Ivybridge Leisure Centre. Up to 90mins. Free. www. walkingforhealth.org.uk Crime Book Club 6-7pm. Ivybridge Library. Every 3rd Thursday of the month. Details: 01752 862642 / lorileeart001@gmail.com The Wright Group Coffee Morning 10.30am-12noon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Details: hazel.jones37@ gmail.com Watermark Wonders Adult Reading Group 6-7pm. 3rd Thursday of the month. Ivybridge Library. Pop into the library for more information. Taichi Class 7.30-9pm. 3rd Scout Hut, Ivybridge. Details: John Hamlett 07972 846443 / john.h@ email.com Lions Club of Ivybridge 7.30pm. 2nd and 4th Thursday of month. The Watermark. Details: contact 0845 833 9834 or lions@ ivybridgeonline.com Ivybridge Bingo and Social Club 7.30pm for 8pm. The Beacon Room, The Watermark. 18+. Exercise On Referral Ivybridge Leisure Centre. Details: 01752 896999. Baby Bounce and Rhyme 10.30-10.50am. For under 3s and their carers. Ivybridge Library. Knit and Natter 2.304.30pm. Ivybridge Library. Action On Hearing Loss Clinic 2-4pm. Every 2nd Thursday of the month. Ivybridge Library. Working with Derriford Audiology. Details: 01752 893140. Credit Union 9.30am12noon. Ivybridge Library.

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events / activities / films / music / clubs / groups 1st Ivybridge Rainbows 5-6pm. St John’s Church Hall. Details: firstivyrainbows@live.co.uk 2nd Ivybridge Brownies 6-7.30pm. 2ndivybrownies @live.co.uk / 01752 894749. Erme Valley Harriers Junior Training 5.45-7pm for under 11s. 7pm-8pm for over 11s. Ivybridge CC. ermevalleyharriers.co.uk Board Game Night 6-11pm. The Duke of Cornwall, Ivybridge. Details: joel.wright @me.com / 07863 128489. Young Devon Drop-In 2-6pm. 2nd Floor, The Watermark. Advice and support for young people (1125). No appointment needed. Weigh and Play 1.30-3pm. Stay and play session for under 5s, with the child health clinic running alongside. St John’s Church Hall. 01803 847626 / southhamschildrenscentre @actionforchildren.org.uk Dog and Puppy Obedience 7pm. Bittaford Village Hall. Details: 01364 73259. Come Dancing, Circle Dance 7.30-9.30pm. Yealmpton Community Centre. Details: 01752 880196. Ivybridge Caring Volunteers Dro p in for a chat about support for elderly/ isolated people. 9.30am-12pm. 2nd Floor, The Watermark. Details: 07791 239357.

FRIDAY Ivybridge Country Market 9.30am-12.30pm. Chapel Place Community Centre. Details: 07866 138129 / 07951 575568 / meghollomon.icm@ gmail.com Little Fishies parent & toddler group run by the Salvation Army – 10am-12noon, Ivybridge Methodist Church Hall. Catholic Women’s League (first Friday of the month) St Austin’s Priory, Cadleigh, 11am. All welcome. Youth Night @ Ivybridge Leisure Centre. 8-9.30pm. Ages 13-19. £2.10. 1st Ivybridge Beaver Scouts 6-7.20pm. Scout Hut, Victoria Park. Ages 6- 8. Details: contact 1st Ivybridge scout group.

Over 50s Social Group 10am-12noon. 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. The Sportsman’s Inn. Details: 07598 781155. South Brent Short Mat Bowls Club 10am-12noon. South Brent Village Hall. Details: 01364 73244 / lal. lang53@gmail.com Ivybridge Business Breakfast 8.30-10am. The Watermark. 3rd Friday of the month. £8 inc breakfast and speaker. Book: clare. northey@swlaw.co.uk / swdn@swlaw.co.uk Stairways Club 9.30am12.30pm. The Beacon Room, The Watermark. Projects and outings for adults with learning disabilities. Details: contact Ann Laity 01752 691648 / alaity9@gmail.com Air Cadets Parade times 7.30-9.30pm. Joint Cadet Centre, Filham Park. Details: 07879 464657 / oc.339@ aircadets.org 3rd Ivybridge Cubs 6.15pm. The Scout Hut, Leonards Rd. Details: 01752 691366. 3rd Ivybridge Scouts 8pm. The Scout Hut, Leonards Rd. Details: 01752 691366. Bingo 7.30pm. Cornwood Village Hall. Every last Friday of the month. Young Devon Drop-In 1-5pm. 2nd Floor, The Watermark. Advice and support for young people (1125). No appointment needed. Friday Club Ages 5-11. 6-7.30pm, Ivybridge Baptist Church. 01752 923032. Parent Support Sessions 9.30am. 1:1 advice/support for parents of under 5s. Details: 01803 847626 / southhamschildrenscentre @actionforchildren.org.uk Erme Valley Harriers Seniors Training 6pm. Every Tuesday & Friday. Meet Ivybridge Rugby Club. ermevalleyharriers.co.uk

SATURDAY Ivybridge Farmers’ Market 4th Saturday of every month. 9am-1pm. Glanvilles Mill. Men’s Breakfast Second Saturday of every month. 8.30am, Ivybridge Methodist Church. Full English Breakfast for £3.50 and a short talk afterwards.

Build a Story Third Saturday of the month. 10.30-11.30am. Ivybridge Library. Build part of a story with Lego. Under 11s. £1.50. Adult Writers Group 10am12noon. Ivybridge Library. 3rd Saturday of the month. £2 per session. Applications from Library. Wesley’s Cafe 10.30am12noon @ Ivybridge Methodist Church. Homemade cakes, coffee, tea & good company. Ivybridge Artisan Market 1st & 3rd Saturdays. 9.30am-1pm. The Watermark. Details: ivybridge.artisan.market@ gmail.com Bingo 2.30pm. Abbeyfield House. Trehill Road. £1 per game inc tea and biscuits. St Austin’s Priory, Cadleigh. Holy Mass, 6pm.

SUNDAY Ivybridge Methodist Church 10.30am, lively family worship with activities for young people. Varied worship 6.30pm. Ivybridge Baptist Church 10:30am (with crèche & children’s group) & 6pm. St John The Evangelist 10.30am. Holy Communion Service followed by refreshments. All welcome. St Austin’s Priory, Cadleigh. Holy Mass, 10.30am. Salvation Army Sunday service 10.30am, Ivybridge Youth Centre. Details: 01752 894306 / ivybridge@ salvationarmy.co.uk Ivy Ladies Netball 9.30-11am. Ivybridge Community College. Details: ivyladies@gmail.com Bootleggers Walking Group Approx 10am start. Friendly, leisurely walks. Average distance 6 miles. Details: bootleggers sunday@gmail.com South Brent Short Mat Bowls Club 3-5pm. South Brent Village Hall. Details: 01364 73244 / lal.lang53@ gmail.com. Disclaimer: Listing compiled by Ivybridge Town Council. Details reliant on community groups providing up-to-date information; the town council nor the imag can take any responsibility for its accuracy.

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PROTECTING ASSETS A good way to think of a lifetime trust is to think of it as a lawyer-created “safety deposit box” into which you can place your home, savings, stocks and shares, life insurance and/or any other assets that you wish to keep safe as you go about your daily life. While in the box, you still have full use of the contents and can add to them, sell them, replace them, borrow from them or pass them down to your family as you wish. However, if a third party or outside body tries to claim them, they cannot get access and cannot force you to give them the key. After your death, the safety deposit box (the trust) and its contents pass down to the beneficiaries that you have chosen to receive them and they can

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THE GREAT WAR 1914-1918

COMMUNITY LOTTERY

Local good causes can look forward to generating tens of thousands of pounds, thanks to a new community lottery. South Hams District and West Devon Borough Councils have given the green light to proposals O O to set up a local lottery scheme with a jackpot of up to £25,000. It will operate in a similar way to cheer people when it reached home. the National Lottery or Health LotMajor Bayly served with the There is more to this story than first tery, with all funds raised spent regiment in Essex and later in appears, however. Last month, I wrote about in the South Hams and West Gallipoli, from which he never Lieutenant Savill’s quick thinking and Devon areas. In addition, 50% of properly recovered and eventuinitiative which saved the lives of many C the ticket sales will go directly ally was forced to return to EngCompany soldiers on the first day of the to a good cause, with customers land. John Bayly was a staunch battle. Was Veale from C Company able to choose a specific cause supporterand, of StifJohn’s Church, so, does this help explain his immediate to support if they wish. being at various times vicar’s willingness to try to rescue Savill? Councillor Keith Wingate, execuwardenI would and sidesman. like to think so, but so far no Funds evidence hasRood Screen tive portfolio holder for business for the been found to support this idea. development at South Hams inside the church were dobecame After the war, Theodore Veale District Council, said: “We are nated by hima and his family. fireman in Dartmouth – local people say he thrilled that the community lottery In late 1917 or 1918 Major was always first up the ladder!Bayly Eric had Savillto undertake is going ahead because we know graduated from Cambridge University, how positively our communities surgery and died soon afterbecame a surveyor and eventually theFebruary. Major will be impacted by it. wards took on 26th “We have seen how other John Bayly TD, husband of post of Deputy Ranger of the parks at Royal Councils have launched similar Cecelia, and son of Robert Windsor. He was knightedEdith in 1955. initiatives and how their commuandVeale-Savill Anna Sewell Bayly, is Both men died in 1980 Bayly and the nities thrived as a result.” in Sheepstor garden in Dartmouth wasburied opened in 2002. cemetery. Accountants 1 09-Sep-16 Page 1 lottery will7:52 holdAM its first draw Next month, I shall writeIvybridge about some of the - Oct16_LayoutThe RNDH cap ba dge in early 2018. Ivybridge soldiers and their role in this battle.

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he Battle of the Somme raged ajor John was theon into the through July, Bayly August and most senior Ivybridge autumn of 1916; it dominates this serviceman to die in month’s piece and September’s too. the war. As the casualties mounted, people at home Before the conflict, Major Bayly began news of loved ones killed, livedtoatreceive Highlands House in Ivymissing or injured. bridge and had been Master of News of extreme also reached the Hunt. He was gallantry a volunteer south Devon. In late July, Private Theodore in the Royal North Devon Veale from Dartmouth, who was serving with Hussars (RNDH), a part-time theyeomanry 8th Devons, risked his own life on a cavalry regiment. number of occasions as he went out into ‘No He received the Territorial Man’s Land’ trying to rescue Decoration, a medal award-one of his officers, Eric Savill. Eventually, ed forLieutenant long service in the Veale was successful in bringing the badly territorial force wounded safely During officer the Great War,back the (a full account of wasinamalgamated with thisRNDH appears my book South Devon in the the War). 1st Royal Great ForDevon these Yeomanry actions Veale was and eventually became promoted to corporal and the awarded the 16th Battalion, theofDevonshire Victoria Cross; one only two VCs awarded Regiment, whichRegiment fought onduring foot the whole to the Devonshire as infantry. war. No doubt news of his gallantry helped to

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GLORIOUS JANUARY There’s nothing like the start of a new year to make you stop and take stock at the previous year’s achievements. Last year was a huge one for us. We officially launched in July with our monthlong Emergence event, we held two open studios with RedPod Arts and opened up RedPod Food pop-up lunches. We even found the time to squeeze in a RedPod Arts is set for a big year in 2018 cinema screening as part of our Christmas activities. The new year is also an opporother community groups in the public every Wednesday and tunity to look forward and we’re area will have access to cinema Friday so we invite you to continunbelievably positive about what equipment. ue joining us for RedPod Food is being planned for 2018. We We are currently busy implepop-up lunches. have some extremely exciting menting plans to take the project RedPod Arts is also set for a big developments as we are set to onto the next phase of develyear in 2018. We already have become a partner in the cineopment and we expect the first two major art events planned ma-for-all-scheme, which not months of the year we’ll be busy for May and September, as well only means we’ll be able to host getting the site ready for the next some potential art workshops. Bill Lomas - Dec16_Layout 8:04 PM Page 1 all this is more unique cinema events1 at17-Nov-16 wave of events. While Those of you familiar with The The Clay Factory, but also that happening we’re still open to the Clay Factory Diaries will know

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The Erme Valley Harriers’ team which finished second at last year’s Ivybridge Relays

Phil Warren running in the January Jaunt 10K

There are changing and shower facilities, as well as a bar and tea/coffee making facilities should anyone wish to stay behind for a chat afterwards. On Wednesday evenings at 5.45pm there is another session aimed at total beginners to those looking to improve their performance.

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