The Ivybridge magazine - October 2014 by imag

01_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:03 Page 1

Ivybridge The

magazine

OCTOBER 2014 | ISSUE 045

INFORMATIVE RELEVANT INSPIRING FRESH AWARD-WINNING COMMUNITY

FIRST CLASS

Photo special

PAGE 3

The children starting school for the first time

Proud Laura stunned by award PAGE 32

EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME

PAGE 3

UNFORGETTABLE MEMORIES OF JAPANESE CHALLENGE

What’s On diary Discover Dartmoor Community news Clubs and groups Wellness Sport

PAGE 5

VOTE FOR PL:21 AND HELP THEM WIN £500 AWARD

Community Vegetable Garden project shortlisted for prize - P37

02_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 19/09/2014 17:13 Page 2

blachford road - ivybridge TEL: 01752 892408

for all your servicing, repairs, mots and vehicle sales MOTs £35 (cars)

Purpose-built bay. Cars & light commercial vehicles

cars for sale

Land Rover Discovery 2.7 Td V6 SE

SERVICING

to all makes of car and light commercial

REPAIRS

to all makes of car and light commercial

£12,995

5 door, drives well, very clean • 2006 (56) • 103,000 miles • 2.7L • Diesel • Automatic • 4x4 • Grey Height adjustable drivers seat, Electrically adjustable front seats, Electric door mirrors, Traction control, E/windows, Climate control, Heated door mirrors, Radio/CD Multichanger, Navigation system, Alloy wheels, Cruise control, Reverse parking aid, ABS, Remote central locking, Alarm, Leather seat trim, Lumbar support, Folding rear seats, Rear headrests, Solid Paint, Audio remote control. 7 seats.

MINI Convertible 1.6 Cooper 2dr Volkswagen Golf 1.9 SE TDi 5 dr

BODY REPAIRS to all makes of car and light commercial

FREE WINTER CHECK

for safe winter motoring

TYRES

£5,995

Low mileage, lovely drive • 2006 (56) • 40,000 miles • 1.6L • Petrol • Manual • Convertible • Orange Central locking, Immobiliser, Steering wheel rake and reach adjustment, Alarm, E/windows, Alloy wheels, Service indicator, Reverse parking aid, Passenger airbag, Folding rear seats, Electric door mirrors, ABS, Isofix child seat anchor points, Cloth seat trim, Drivers airbag, PAS, Side airbags, Solid Paint, Radio/CD Multichanger, Remote CL, Rear headrests. 4 seats.

Nissan Micra 1.2 Acenta 5dr

£4,495

Lovely clean car. Drives well • 2005 (54) • 110,000 miles • 1.9L • Diesel • Manual • Hatchback • Grey ABS, Isofix child seat anchor points, Remote CL, Alarm, AC, Folding rear seats, Front head restraints, Alloy wheels, Cloth seat trim, Solid Paint, Cruise control, E/door mirrors, Traction control, Front e/windows, Rear headrests, Heated door mirrors, Steering wheel rake adjustment, 3x3 point rear seat belts, Radio/CD, PAS, Immobiliser, Lumbar support. 5 seats.

Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi Zetec 5dr

VALETING

make sure your vehicle always looks great

LOYALTY CARD

after your first visit, we will give you a loyalty card which entitles the user to a 10% discount

Loan cars available on request but must be booked

£4,495

Automatic, very low mileage • 2008 (08) • 18,000 miles • 1.2L • Petrol • Automatic • Hatchback • Red Airbags, Alarm, CD Player, Central locking, Electric door mirrors, Immobiliser, Radio, Power steering, Electric windows, Engine immobiliser. 5 seats.

£3,395

[Euro 4] [Climate pack] Smart little car • 2005 55) • 97,612 miles • 1.8L • Diesel • Manual • Hatchback • Blue Trip computer, Steering wheel reach adjustment, Rear headrests, PAS, Remote CL, Alarm, E/door mirrors, Passenger airbag, ABS, Radio/CD, Audio remote control, Immobiliser, Cloth seat trim, Solid Paint, 3x3 point rear seat belts, Folding rear seats, Sports seats, Front e/windows, Alloy wheels, Front fog lights, Drivers & Side airbags, Climate control. 5 seats.

www.victoriagarageivybridge.co.uk

03_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:05 Page 3

Experience of a lifetime

By Johnny Christmas and Kieran Satchell

160km, in teams of three to four, with Japan chosen as this year’s hosting country. The expedition lasts 10 days and, with a limited budget, we were encouraged to find hospitality with the locals. Communicational skills are the key to this expedition’s success, as the aim of the trip is to learn more about a different culture. We were dropped off in the city of Okaiya, in the Nagano prefec-

ture, and had to make our way to Mt Togakushi, which was the final destination for all 17 teams. We planned our route so that we visited points of interest along the way, including the famous Matsumoto castle. We had some surreal experiences, including being offered a place to stay by a Buddhist priest in his temple! We completed various small projects, which could be anything

Good design is good business

AFFORDABLE, EFFECTIVE LOCAL ADVERTISING Get your business seen alongside informative community content from less than £20 per month!

from helping with farming to learning a Japanese nursery rhyme. Alongside this was the vital, major project, which is unique and chosen by each team. We met so many kind and generous people along the way who helped us out tremendously, often offering us home-grown produce or driving us to possible places of hospitality. The Explorer Belt was a great opportunity to develop fundamental life skills that we will greatly benefit from in the near future. We fully recommend the Explorer Belt to anyone who has a desire to do some truly independent travelling in an unfamiliar country so that you can get first hand experience of the difference of another country’s culture and their people’s way of life.

ADVERTISE CONTACT IN THE IVYBRIDGE MAGAZINE THE IVYBRIDGE MAGAZINE

1/8 PAGE from £18.75 / mth* 1/4 PAGE from £37.50 / mth*

*T&Cs apply - contact us for details

The Ivybridge magazine is published and produced by: Lily design. 6 Claymans Pathway, Woodlands, Ivybridge PL21 9UZ T: 01752 426522 W: www.lilydesign.co.uk E: info@lilydesign.co.uk © Lily design 2014. 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.

from the editor

Starting out

his August, three members of the Ivybridge Explorer group took part in an experience of a lifetime by completing their explorer belt challenge in Japan. Johnny Christmas, Kieran Satchell and Peter Mogridge were the first from the south west in 25 years to take part in this incredible achievement. The Explorer Belt challenge consists of hiking a distance of

Professionally designed marketing communications material makes a positive statement about your business and will lead to better response rates for your campaigns. From your logo to your leaflets, posters to point-of-sale, brochures to business cards, Lily Design will work with you to create great-looking, stylish and, most importantly of all, effective promotional material.

Musings

1/2 PAGE from £75 / mth*

FULL PAGE from£150 / mth*

Call us on 01752 426522 or email ads@theivybridge magazine.co.uk

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

Editorial deadline for our November 2014 issue is: Wednesday, 15 October 01752 426522 07516 539573

editor@theivybridge magazine.co.uk

facebook.com/ theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ ivybridgemag

6 Claymans Pathway, Woodlands PL21 9UZ

Drop Box in the Ivy Cabs office, Fore Street



 E F t



Welcome to a packed October issue of The Ivybridge magazine. This, and previous October issues are, I think, my favourite ones of the year to work on as we run a very special feature, one which cannot help bring a smile to your face. I am once again delighted to be able to produce First Class, a photo special of the children who started school for the first time at the town’s primary schools at the start of the new academic year (page 12). I think you’ll agree they are super photos and it’s lovely to see the happy and enthusiastic faces – as well as a few cheeky ones too! – of the children as they embark on their education journey. I am sure you’ll want to join me in wishing them all the very best for their school years. Ivybridge Rugby Club is a fantastic asset of the town, providing excellent opportunities for young people to play rugby, as well as enjoying success with its senior teams. It is well-known across the region as being a wellrun, progressive club, so it is fantastic that the way the club is managed has been recognised with Rugby Football Union accreditation (page 38). There is a lot happening in and around Ivybridge this month, so turn to the most comprehensive What’s On guide (page 16) of any magazine in the area for details of events, clubs and activities. Informative, relevant community content is at the heart of what we do, and sets The Ivybridge magazine apart from the rest. This month is certainly no different, and I hope you enjoy reading our latest issue.

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

04_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 18:58 Page 4

L FUL CI

OTORS

RCLE M (01752) 698282

SERVICING & REPAIRS to all makes of car and commercial vehicles

MOTs CLASS 4 Cars

CLASS 5 Mini bus

COURTESY CARS AVAILABLE

RCTIC

FULL A

CL CIR E

Valeo Approved air conditioning specialists

CLASS 7 Vans

www.fullcirclemotors.co.uk Ermington Road | Ivybridge | PL21 9DG

... providing the highest standards of professional veterinary care

OPENING TIMES Mon-Fri: 8.30am-6.30pm Sat: 8.30am-12.30pm Consultations by Appointment EMERGENCY SERVICE For out of hours veterinary attention or advice please ring 01752 700600 IVYBRIDGE 01752 690999

PLYMOUTH 01752 700600

Woodlands Veterinary Centre Cornwood Road Woodlands Ivybridge PL21 9JJ

Woodlands Veterinary Hospital Burnett Road Manadon Plymouth PL6 5BH

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

D 05_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:48 Page 5

news life is local

Allen’s Cottages built (opposite Ivybridge Motors) American troops came to Ivybridge

1867

1943

IVYBRIDGE TIMELINE | 1280 - 2013 To find out more about these dates, and all the 80 notable dates on the Timeline which spans the town’s 733 year history, pop into the library COUNCIL NOTICE

SUPPORTING YOUTH FOOTBALL AT FILHAM

Steve (right) presenting Ivybridge RFC president Alan Knight with his England shirt

A local rugby player, who has a cochlear implant to support his hearing which prevents him from playing for his local club, has been selected for the England Deaf Rugby squad. Steve Moran took part in trials in August and was delighted to receive the news of his call up. Despite being unable to play for Ivybridge RFC, Steve is a committed and active supporter of the club’s

senior squad, including running the touch line for 1st XV matches. After the side’s first home match of the season, Steve presented his England shirt to club President Alan Knight in front of delighted players and supporters. “Steve is an extremely popular member of our club and we are all so pleased that he was successful in his trials and will now have the opportunity to play a

CUB CAMP 1st Ivybridge Cubs had a fantastic time on their Summer camp. The cubs enjoyed loads of activities thanks to the help of parents and leaders. They had a go at campfire cooking when they made their own pizzas for lunch, pioneering using knots and lashings to make a structure, they used knives and saws to help build

sport that he loves with a passion,” said Alan. “We are honoured that he wanted to present the club with his England shirt and we will display it will great pride.” The England Deaf Rugby Union (EDRU) was set up in 2003 and works in partnership with the RFU to offer deaf and hard of hearing players the opportunity to represent their country at international level.

SEPTEMBER SONG Ivybridge Friends of Children’s Hospice SW 4th annual September Song Concert at St Austin’s Priory was a huge succes and raised £815. The audience was entertained by fires and make dens. Four in Harmony, Jig Saw There was a day out at Dartmoor Zoological Park, and Oddessy. If you would and some close encounters like to help raise money for such a worthy cause, with some of the animals, contact Maggie Swinson before the traditional walk on 01752 698041. home from camp!

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

Manstow Football Club, which plays at Filham Park and runs a number of youth teams, are keen to improve the facilities at the park, but to do so they need a 15 year lease from the Town Council to access grant funding. The Town Council wishes to support them in their ambitions, but as this lease would be for more than seven years, they must advertise the proposal. If anyone has any objections, they should contact the Town Clerk at Ivybridge Town Hall. Photo special page 12

ADVICE SERVICE OPEN LONGER The Citizens Advice Bureau’s weekly drop-in service at The Watermark will be open for longer thanks to help from Ivybridge Town Council The service is now open between 10am and 1pm, and more pre-arranged appointments will be available. If you need advice, call into The Watermark on Monday mornings and you will be able to see an advisor that day. Followup appointments, if required, will then be made. This extension of the service is available until September 2015. The CAB office at Totnes is open more often and telephone (or online/email) advice can be given – contact 08444 111 444 MondayThursday 10am-4pm.

DOG FOULING WARNING An increase in dog fouling has led to the district’s dog warden to remind owners that they must clean up after their dog. “There is no excuse for dog fouling anywhere,” says South Hams District Council dog warden Tracey Weaver. “I have been made aware of the problem and will be making extra visits in the area. “Anyone breaking the law who is witnessed by the Dog Warden will be subject to a £80 on-the-spot fine, or a maximum £1,000 fine if taken to court. We will also act on information it receives. If we are pro-

vided with a date and time, together with the identity of an offender, we will issue a fine.” Dog faeces is known to carry the toxicara parasite, which can cause blindness in children, and there is also concern that E-coli may be caught by contact with dog faeces. The Dogs (Fouling of Land) Act 1996 states that dog fouling must be picked up and disposed of forthwith. If you have any information, contact the Dog Warden on 01803 861117. All information is treated in strictest confidence.

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

06_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:07 Page 6

Ivybridge during

THE GREAT WAR 1914-1918

popular view of the First World War is one of a frenzy of enlistment in 1914, with thousands of young men volunteering for army service, most of them joining ‘Pals Battalions’ that were to be wiped out at the Battle of the Somme. Ivybridge’s story is much more complex. Volunteering began almost as soon as the war started in 1914. Not surprisingly for a village close to the sea, there was a disproportionately large number joining the Navy. Of the 44 Ivybridge dead that we know about, 10 were sailors and two thirds (33) were soldiers. Over one third of these soldiers joined local regiments; 11 were in the Devonshire Regiment and one, Albert Hannaford, a Territorial battalion of the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry. Of those 11 men who died whilst serving in the Devonshire Regiment, two were members of regular battalions and six were Territorial/ Yeomanry volunteers. Only three of those

POPPY APPEAL LAUNCH The Royal British Legion Ivybridge will launch its Poppy Appeal on Friday, 24 October, at The Sportsman’s Inn, 7.30pm. There will be entertainment, music and a raffle. See the branch’s website for up-to-date details. The Poppy Appeal Betterball Open takes place at Wrangaton Golf Club on Sunday, 26th October. The betterball Stableford is open to men, ladies and vets and is £15 per person/£8 for members. There will be catering and a bar all day and a presentation after. For details, see www.wrangatongolfclub.co.uk î www.rblivybridge.co.uk 6

killed were members of Kitchener or ‘Pals’ battalions (Lance Corporal Anstiss & Privates Damerell and Beable, all of the 9th Devons). Relatively few died in ‘famous’ battles, but: • Two sailors, both of them boiler room stokers, were killed at Jutland in May 1916

RECOUNTING LIFE IN THE TOWN O OO REMEMBERING THE FALLEN

by tony rea

(Cecil Victor Screech on HMS Defence and James Henry Nichols on HMS Indefatigable). • In June 1916. Arthur Pearce, a shipwright, was aboard HMS Hampshire which was taking Lord Kitchener to a conference with the Russians. The ship struck a mine, sank and both Arthur Pearce and Kitchener died. • Lieutenant Robert Evelyn Orlebar died in the Neuve Chappel area of northern France two months before the Battle of Neuve Chapple in 1915. • Major John Bayly fought at Gallipoli and contacted an illness there which may have led to his death. Both the 8th and 9th Devons were heavily involved on the first day of the Battle of the Somme in 1916 and it is perhaps surprising that no Ivybridge men were killed – though men from Kingsbridge, Newton Abbott, Totnes, Plympton and Rattery died on the Somme that day. Sadly, three Ivybridge lads of the 9th Devons were to die in the Somme battle later in 1916.

RAINBOWS RAISE MONEY WITH A HOP, SKIP AND A JUMP Girls from Ivybridge and Bittaford Rainbows came together recently to raise money for Guide Dogs. The girls from the three units wanted to organise the event following a visit last year by Pam Gratton, community fundraiser at Guide Dogs, who explained that Guide Dogs do not receive any government funding. The girls set themselves the target of raising enough money to sponsor the training of a guide dog puppy for a year. Thirty one girls took part in a 30 minute circuit around Victoria Park which involved hopping, skipping,

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

running and jumping! They were sponsored by family and friends, who came along and showed their support, cheering the girls on as they completed the laps. Also present were Pam and retired guide dog Zorbee, as well as puppy walker Janet Steyn with pup-in-training Legend and guide dog owner Heather Siewruk with her guide dog Susie. Everyone enjoyed the delicious refreshments and had a go at ‘guess how many sweets are in the jar’. Sue Fricker, leader of 5th Ivybridge Rainbows, commented: “Rainbows promise to be kind

and helpful and the girls were very keen to raise as much money as possible to support the incredible work that Guide Dogs do. “The aim was to raise enough money to sponsor the training of a guide dog puppy for a year. The final total raised, however, was over £700, which far exceeded our expectations, and means we can sponsor two guide dog puppies which is fantastic!” Pam Gratton said: “It was brilliant watching the girls complete their challenge and I was really impressed by their efforts to support Guide Dogs.”

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

07_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 19:07 Page 7

TIM-Oct14

10% OFF

reate cYOUR

dianaboutique.co.uk Find us on Facebook

Collection

WITH THIS AD

PICTURE FRAMING

The

Leading Edge PICTURE FRAMING G & ART GA GALLERY AL L ERY

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

Diana Boutique 21 Fore Street, Ivybridge 01752 894562

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

08_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 19:04 Page 8

Health Foods • Supplements Complementary Therapies Sports Supplements 15 Beauty Products

Nature’s Larder Health Store & Therapy Centre YEARS

10 Glanvilles Mill • 01752 894197 www.natureslarder.co.uk

Your local pet food & supplies shop

10% OFF with thiss advert

Pawmark Pet Supplies Glanvilles Mill | 01752 698877 | www.petfoodplus.co.uk

Deli

Ivybridge Barista coffee Speciality teas Paninis • Tarts & pies Pastries • Cakes • & More! Homemade on the premises Local produce 46 Fore Street • Ivybridge (01752) 894946 8

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

09_TIM_Oct14 Footnote_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:09 Page 9

Becks is one of the friendly, helpful team waiting to welcome you in Footnote

New, friendly faces await to give you a warm welcome at Footnote, the independent footwear shop in Glanvilles Mill in Ivybridge

Best foot forward at Footnote “I SHOPPED here myself and liked what was sold so much I bought the business,” said Pat White, paraphrasing the famous 80’s catchphrase of Victor Kiam. Pat and sister-in-law Rose Clapcott are the new owners of Footnote, the independent shoe shop in the centre of Ivybridge. They have already stamped their own style on the shop, with a complete change to the layout to make it more open, lighter and welcoming, and have exciting plans for the future. The have been keen, though, to ensure all the positive attributes of the shop remain, such as the extensive range offered and value for money prices, and intend adding new ranges and services. Building on its reputation for it’s excellent range of ladies and men’s shoes, Pat and Rose are keen to offer the same for all the family, so are introducing more footwear for children – they have introduced Geox children shoes

for their quality and fit – teens and young people. “We have a tremendous range of footwear to offer, including formal, casual and party shoes, boots, trainers, slippers, gardening shoes and wellies,” says Rose. “We think local people will be hard pressed to find a shoe shop close by stocking such a diverse range of footwear, and at prices to suit all purses.” The right fit is crucial for comfortable footwear, and Pat and Rose will offer a full fitting service from October when Rose completes the final part of the assessment to become fully qualified. Plans for the future include continually updating ranges so that current trends are reflected in the shop, a Facebook page to engage with customers and a new website. But for now, Pat and Rose want to stress to local people that affordable fabulous footwear for all the family is available in the heart

LEGO LANDS AT THE LIBRARY Thanks to the Friends of Ivybridge Library, lego is now available in the library to use for the children’s story reading time. Play has been shown to improve creativity, problem solving skills, memory, language and attention span. It encourages children to experiment, create words and rhymes, learn new vocabulary and practice letters and numbers using lego bricks,

developing the foundation of early literacy skills in young children. Friends of Ivybridge Library also raised funds for a new settee in the children’s area so that it’s more comfortable for parents to read with their children. The Friends group hold a range of events to raise money to support the library and hope the community will continue to support its fundraising efforts.

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

of their town. “There really is no need to make a visit to the city – and expend the time and money that entails – to find footwear for all the family,” says Pat. “Whether mum fancies some posh party shoes, dad something to kick around in, or the children need new school shoes, Footnote has a great selection at prices to suit every purse.

“We will expertly measure your feet to ensure the fit is absolutely right, and if we happened not to have your size in stock, we will happily order them in.” For fabulous footwear for your family, step right in to Footnote in Ivybridge today.

î Footnote: 26 Glanvilles Mill, Ivybridge – tel: 01752 691216. www.footnote-ivybridge.co.uk

Fabulous footwear for all the family Full fitting service

Footnote

Un man der new agem ent

26 Glanvilles Mill

(01752) 691216 at 9am-4.45pm Mon-S

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

10_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:10 Page 10

clubs&groups sociallife is local

New social group Are you single, over 50 and missing out on a social life? It is proposed to start a new Social Group in Ivybridge for single people over 50. Initially, the idea would be to meet once a fortnight for a get together. If you are interested and would like to come along please ring either Val (01752 658164) or Glo (01752 894821) for further information.

Crafters new home The Ivybridge Crafters have moved! They now hold their weekly Friday sessions, between 10am and noon, at the Endsleigh Terrace Cafe. The Crafters offer weekly themed crafty coffee mornings. It is just £5 per workshop, which includes all materials. Refreshments are available from the cafe. FIND OUT MORE: Contact Jenny Pearce on 07753480423 or find them on Facebook - search for The Ivybridge Crafters

U3A holding AGM The October meeting of Ivybridge U3A will be its AGM, plus speaker Marylin Bishop will be talking about ‘The Life And Times of Casanova’. The meeting will be held in The Watermark on Monday, 20 October, at 2pm. FIND OUT MORE: Go to ivybridgeU3A.org.uk

A scene from Ivybridge Theatre Company’s superb production, ‘Adventures of Toad - The Wind in the Willows’

oasis “cake” surrounded with short pieces of hogweed, the top decorated with purple elderberries, a new lavender lisianthus and pale mauve roses. The evening ended with Chris constructing a huge hand-tied bouquet using roses, large chrysanths, September flower, kangaroo paw and love lies bleeding with pieces of dyed American oak leaves. Members left with plenty of ideas when entertaining outside in this beautiful late summer weather. This month, the club AGM will be held in the Henlake Suite at The Watermark on 14 October at 7.30 pm. Visitors are welcome. FIND OUT MORE: Contact Janet Weston on 01752 894643

Isles of Scilly talk

A talk about the ‘Isles of Scilly’ by Paul Rendell will be the focus of the October meeting of the Ivybridge Garden Association on Thursday, 23 October, at the Methodist Church Hall, Fore Street, Ivybridge, Dutch designs delight starting at 7.45pm. Chris Kollen was a Dutch There will also be a Bloom of the engineer who came to the Month competition, refreshments southwest of England, settled in and a raffle. FIND OUT MORE: Contact Mrs Totnes and decided to open a florist’s shop in the town. He is an Acheson on 01752 894867 innovative designer and for his demonstration at the September Exhilarating shows meeting of Ivybridge Flower Three exhilarating shows of Club Chris made five Ivybridge Theatre Company’s arrangements suitable for an al latest production, Further fresco dinner party. Adventures of Toad - The Wind in His first was constructed using a homemade container made from the Willows at The Watermark were watched by rapturous audiences. broken roof tiles and mini But before the cast had a chance gerberas. The next two made to catch their breath, it’s dancing imaginative use of driftwood – shoes on, jokes a plenty and one design was decorated with onwards to the next production – gloriosa lilies and locally grown Aladdin – the Pantomime, to be grapes, the other had a beach performed in February 2015 halftheme, using shells and fish netting with sea holly and shaggy term. Just the thing for children to keep them occupied during the orange gerberas. A table centre was made using an holiday! Look out for dates, times 10

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

and ticket prices nearer the time. ITC meet at Chapel Place, Fore Street, every Wednesday from 7.30pm onwards and welcome new members interested in any aspect of the performing arts FIND OUT MORE: Contact Ron Davis on 01752 893308 or visit ivybridgetheatrecompany.co.uk

were contaminated, and, eight miles from shore, the vessel was dead in the water. Mac paused poignantly before revealing a strange twist in the tale; instead of calling “mayday” to the Falmouth Coastguard the Captain radioed for aid. The call was picked up by the Royal Navy, which scrambled a Sea King rescue helicopter and put Penlee Poignant story Lifeboat Station on standby. The autumn season of events, the Coxswain Trevelyan Richards put introduction of new member Les out “The Shout” to muster his crew Hill and a poignant talk about the and, apparently understanding the Penlee Lifeboat disaster made for gravity of the situation, he a busy September meeting of launched before receiving the Ivybridge Probus Club. expected “mayday”, which was The events planned include a golf never sent by Captain Morgan. day, a private visit to Holcombe The Solomon Browne, through the House and a trip to Plymouth howling, 100mph gales and rolling Magistrates Court. seas, charged at the coaster, Once club business was desperate to draw alongside. complete, speaker Mac Malaren Time and again, the fury of the was introduced. His talk, a thrashing water drove them off. fundraising event for the Mission The lifeboat did, incredibly, draw to Seafarers, was about a disaster alongside the drifting coaster. that should never have happened, Trevelyan Richards radioed: and he brought two models – of “We’ve got four off, male and the lifeboat Solomon Browne and female.” But for the lifeboat men it the inshore coaster Union Star – was not enough. Four more men as props. were still stranded, and they were The disaster was the result of a going back for them. That was the series of incidents leading to the final message from the Solomon death of 16 souls in appalling Browne. It is believed that the weather conditions, 60 foot waves Union Star was washed onto the and 100mph hurricane winds. rocks, crushing the Lifeboat The key events were: The Union beneath her. Of the 16 lives lost, Star had four undeclared souls on only eight bodies were recovered board – Captain Henry Morton’s - four from each vessel. wife and family – which was not Shortly after events of the 18th transmitted to the Coastguard; the December, helicopter pilot US Captain failed to send a “mayday” Navy Lieutenant Commander signal; the captain declined a tow Russell Smith would say: from a local ocean-going tug boat “Throughout the entire rescue then at North Foreland. the Penlee crew never appeared At 9am on 19th December 1981 to hesitate. After each time they the Coastguard issued storm were washed... or blown away warnings for the Southwest sea from the Union Star, the Penlee areas. The Union Star entered crew immediately commenced Mounts Bay around nightfall, with another run-in. Their spirit and sea and weather conditions dedication was amazing. They worsening and with the coaster were truly the greatest men I taking on seawater. Her fuel tanks have ever seen.” facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

11_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 19:11 Page 11

W G Friend and Son Ltd Cycles & Motorcycles Ivybridge

01752 690584 E IK B R U O Y E V R E S RE FOR CHRISTMAS SECURES SMALL DEPOSIT

Cycling Servicing and Repairs ● Large Range of Cycling Accessories & Helmets ● Cycles for all the Family ● Motorcycles and Scooters Collection & Repairs ● Comprehensive range of Scooters & Motorcycles ● Motorcycle and Scooter Helmets & Clothing ● Car servicing ● Body work ● Wheel refurbishments ● Tyres - Call us today for a competitive quote ●

Motorcycles, Scooters, Quads, Enduros, Trikes, Cars & Van MOTs available. Phone to book your MOT today

CONTACT US ON: T: 01752 690584 or 690586 E: friendscycles@btconnect.com Unit 8 - 10, Stowford Business Park facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

12-13_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:11 Page 12

Ivybridge children starting school for the first time

Manor Primary School Dormice Class

The Erme Robins Class

Stowford School 12

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

12-13_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:12 Page 13

Little Sunshines Class

Woodlands Park Primary School

Little Fishies Class Wrens Class

Stowford School facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

14_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:13 Page 14

IS LONGTIMBER WOODS A RAINFOREST? As an introduction to their topic ‘Jungle Explorers’, the children in Year 3/4 at Manor Primary School enjoyed a morning in Longtimber Woods. They had a fabulous time exploring and thought of lots of different ways to describe the trees, plants and river. They decided that although Longtimber is a special and magical place, it is definitely not a rainforest! Back at school, they exotic fruit tasting session, trying used maps to locate rainforests some varieties that they had never around the world and had an seen or tried before!

Amy and Olivia show off their plant knowledge

AUTUMN TIMETABLE NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE Fantastic, fun, free events for families with children up to the age of 5 For full details please visit www.southhamschildrenscentres.org.uk

Town Hall, Ivybridge 01752 896356

MOTs We now have our own in-house testing bay Car, van & camper van MOTs FREE COLLECTION & DELIVERY

Bill

Motor Services

Hedgehogs class get close to nature Year 1 and 2 children at Manor Primary School have also been finding out about local plant life. They studied photographs of British plants and talked about their shapes, sizes and colours. before going on a plant identification walk to take samples which they later identified, mounted and labelled.

Servicing & repairs Diagnostic and fault finding COURTESY CARS AVAILABLE

TYRES Now stocking BUY a range of tyres to suit 2 TYRES & GET all budgets £10 OFF Y

OU NEXT MOT R

RECOVERY SERVICE

ONE-STOP MOT, Servicing & Repairs

BLACHFORD ROAD | IVYBRIDGE | PL21 0AD | (01752) 896107 14

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

15_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:14 Page 15

DISCOVER

Dartmoor THE AMAZING COUNTRYSIDE ON YOUR DOORSTEP

A unique oak woodland In this and the next article in our series on the area of Dartmoor just to the north of Ivybridge, we consider the history and conservation of an isolated oak wood lying about four miles up the Erme valley from the town

streaming in the Erme valley, this could certainly have been a particular local problem. Oak may therefore have been planted at Piles, either to provide for this purpose or for pannage (feeding pigs) by farmers. As the historical assessment shows, Higher Piles was an enclosed farm that must have been occupied and worked at least in the midiles Copse is a woodland of English dle ages and possibly later, so the copse may oak, situated within the enclosed have been partly for agricultural use. In any boundary of an ancient farm on the event, English oak was the favoured species for eastern bank of the Erme. It is well planting at that time. But soon after that, tin Oak trees in the rocky known as one of few surviving such woods, and streaming diminished and so it is less likely that interior of Piles Copse for its high ecological and scenic values. It is an oak plantation would have been established designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest here for charcoal later than the 18th century. and an Environmentally Sensitive Area, and is Forest; and deeds exist of the Piles farms from Ultimately, the question of Piles Copse’s exislocated in the National Park. before the larger type of newtake emerged from tence when the rest of the forest disappeared, It is currently understood that, by about 2000 the late 18th century and into the 19th century to and the dominance of the single species (unlike to 1500 BC, most of the tree cover had been enclose large areas of central Dartmoor. in woods on the margins of the moor) cannot be cleared and Dartmoor had become an imporIn addition, the scale of the walls and size of explained satisfactorily. But while the origin of tant area for the grazing of sheep and cattle. In stone used would have required inputs of the copse remains uncertain, it is clear that the the Bronze Age, from about 1,800 BC, there labour that could not have been affordable just general biophysical conditions have given rise was increasing population on Dartmoor, so that for agriculture in this part of England even in to moist oak woodland with luxuriant growth of slash and burn agriculture deforested the moor the 18th and 19th centuries (except possibly by epiphytes (non-parasitic plants that grow on the significantly. There are remains of a number of Napoleonic prisoners-of-war). Deeds show that stems and branches of other plants) and settlements and enclosures from this period in the Piles farms both had recorded common bryophytes (mosses and liverworts), that is the Piles area. By 500 BC, when the climate rights on the surrounding moors from at least thought to be unique in southern England. started to cool, moorland was in existence and the 1740s. The 1838 tithe map shows the Piles Through lack of maintenance and in some woodland cover already limited. The Roman farms, walled in like the other enclosed farmcases by dismantling, the boundary wall of and dark age periods had little impact, but land. The abandonment of the two farms, and Higher Piles has not been stock-proof for at there were some high level Saxon settlements. the start of decline of the boundary walls, seem least a hundred years. As a result, grazing aniHarford, the parish in which Piles lies, apto have happened sometime in the 19th century. mals have strayed in from the common land of pears to have been a manor in Domesday, but The copse is composed predominantly of the open moor and browsed off all of the regenat that time the moor may have been used English, common or pedunculate oak. This erating seedlings. This has led to a situation mainly for hunting. After that, tin streaming had tree is a native throughout southern Britain, but where the trees are all aged and are starting to a profound effect, with a boom in the 12th cen- it is a lowland species and its occurrence up to die back. In next month’s article, I will write tury and a consequent increase in population this height on Dartmoor is relatively high for about the work we are doing to conserve Piles on the moor for some time. Marginal farms this latitude. It is generally supposed that alCopse, and the challenges we face in doing so. around the moor were deserted after the Black though oak dominated the post-glacial forests Death, but then there was a further rise in tin that developed on Dartmoor before clearance Piles Copse, looking north-east from exploitation in the 15th and 16th centuries. by man, it was the other native species – sesthe opposite side of the Erme At some point, two of the abandoned Bronze sile oak – which is the oak found all around the Age settlements at Piles were developed into edge of the moor and in other upland locations farms again. More significantly, huge new bound- in Britain. Sub-fossilised oak pollens are imposary walls were also built to separate large holdsible to distinguish in samples from the peat ings from the open moor, now known as Lower bogs, so we may never know for certain. Piles and Higher Piles. It seems most likely that So it is most likely that Piles Copse is not natthese two farms date from either of the boom pe- ural, but was planted at some stage. There was riods around the 12th and the 15th to 16th cena general shortage of small oak (coppice and turies respectively, before and after the Black underwood) in south-west England by about Death. They are too big to have been medieval the 16th century, mainly as a result of heavy newtakes of the sort most common in Dartmoor charcoal use in tin smelting. With extensive tin

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

16-19-20_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:20 Page 16

WHAT’S ON in OCTOBER Your guide to events, groups and clubs in Ivybridge this month MONDAy 6th

South Hams CAB 10am-noon. Drop- in at The Watermark or call 08444 111 444. Fitsteps Dance Fitness Class 6-7pm, The Watermark. See page 25 for more details. Full Council Meeting 7pm. The Watermark. TuESDAy 7th

Lukesland Gardens open on Sunday, 5 October, (and every Sunday and Wednesday until 16th November) for their Autumn Openings. Enjoy 24 acres of fine autumn colour by a Dartmoor stream. See the advert on page 18 for more information. WEDNESDAy 1st

0-18 Months Group 1.30-3pm. Stay & play group for families with babies 0-18 months old. SeaMoor Children’s Centre: 01752 896356. Film @ The Watermark – Maleficent [PG] 97mins. 2pm - see film listings. Film @ The Watermark – Good Morning Vietnam - a tribute to Robin Williams [15] 116mins. 7.30pm - see film listings. THuRSDAy 2nd

Wright Group Coffee Mornings 10.30amnoon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Step by Step A group for young children with additional needs. SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Details: 01752 896356. Film @ The Watermark – Maleficent [PG] 97mins. 2pm - see film listings. FRIDAy 3rd

Ivybridge Country Market 8.30-11.30am. Scout hut next to the Leisure Centre. Youth Leisure Night @ Ivybridge Leisure Centre 7.30- 9.30pm. First session is free! Quiz Night @ Donkey Sanctuary 7.30pm. Tickets must be bought in advance - £4 per person. Max 6 per team. Details: 01752 690200. Gary Streeter MP Advice Surgery Ivybridge Town Hall. Appointments only 01752 335666. Young Parents Group for under 25s with children under 5. SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Details: 01752 896356. Film @ The Watermark – Maleficent [PG] 97mins. 2pm - see film listings. SATuRDAy 4th

Craft Fair 11am-4pm. Terrace Room, Endsleigh Garden Centre. SuNDAy 5th

Lukesland Gardens Autumn Opening 11am-5pm. See their advert on page 18. 16

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

Ivybridge Probus Club 12.30pm. New Country Inn, Smithaleigh. 01752 892255. Messy Play 10-11.30am. Suitable for under 5s. Ivybridge Methodist Church. Friends of Ivybridge Library Quiz Night 7.30-9pm. Tickets £5, available from the library. Ivybridge & District Camera Club - Any Questions Jubilee Hall, Bittaford. 7.30pm. Live @ The Watermark – Peter French Sings Harry Nilsson’s ‘A Little Touch of Schmilsson In The Night’. 2pm. Tickets £12/£10 concs. See page 21 for details. WEDNESDAy 8th

0-18 Months Group 1.30-3pm. Stay & play group for families with babies 0-18 months old. SeaMoor Children’s Centre: 01752 896356. Blossom Meeting Breast cancer self-help and support group. 7.30pm. Details: blossomivybridge@yahoo.co.uk Goose Fair Tavistock. Lukesland Gardens Autumn Opening 11am-5pm. See their advert on page 18. Give Blood Ivybridge Rugby Club. Details: www.my.blood.co.uk / 0300 123 23 23. Film @ The Watermark – Jersey Boys [15] 134mins. 2pm. See film listings. Film @ The Watermark – Brighton Rock [15] 92mins. 7.30pm. See film listings. THuRSDAy 9th

Wright Group Coffee Mornings 10.30amnoon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Step by Step A group for young children with additional needs. SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Details: 01752 896356. Film @ The Watermark – Jersey Boys [15] 134mins. 7.30pm. See film listings. FRIDAy 10th

Ivybridge Country Market 8.30-11.30am. Scout hut next to the Leisure Centre. Youth Leisure Night @ Ivybridge Leisure Centre 7.30- 9.30pm. First session is free! Young Parents Group for under 25s with children under 5. SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Details: 01752 896356. Live @ The Watermark – The New Jersey Boys Doors open at 7pm for 8pm start. Tickets £14.50/ £13.50 concs. See page 21. SATuRDAy 11th

Fungi Foray. 10am-11.30am & 1-3pm. Saltram Estate. Booking is essential. Tickets, adult- £6 and child- £3. Details and to book: saltram@nationaltrust.org.uk / 01752 333500.

@ Ivybridge Library this month

• Wednesdays 1st/8th/15th/22nd/29th – 10.30am-noon Memory Loss Reading Group in partnership with the Reader Organisation. An ideal opportunity for people with memory loss and their carers to share their memories set against a background of stories and poems. • Thursdays 2nd/9th/16th/23rd/30th – 9.30amnoon City of Plymouth Credit Union, Ivybridge Branch Baby Bounce and Rhyme – 10.30-10.50am. Traditional rhymes and songs for under 3s and their parents and carers. Knit and Natter – 2.30-4.30pm. A friendly group of people who enjoy knitting, sewing and crochet over a cup of tea or coffee – accompanied by some chatter. • Thursdays 2nd,16th & 30th – 11am-1pm Free Legal Surgery by Wolferstans. No appointment required, but be prepared to queue. • Tuesday 7th: Friends of Ivybridge Library Quiz Night 7.30-9pm. Tickets £5, to inc wine/ soft drink and nibbles, available from the library. • Thursdays 9th: 2-4pm Action on Hearing Loss Clinic An opportunity for residents provided with hearing aids by Derriford Hospital to call in for batteries and re-tubing. • Tuesday 14th: 10am-noon Next Steps An informal, friendly support group for parents and carers of young adults who have ongoing special or additional needs. • Wednesday 15th: 1.30-3.30pm Ivybridge Stroke Support Group A self-help group for stroke survivors and their carers. • Friday 17th: 10.30am-12.30pm Meet the Professionals A free community resource for individuals and businesses. • Saturday 18th: Ivybridge Writers Group Share creative writing thoughts and ideas in our friendly informal group. Application Forms must be completed via the Library Supervisor. A waiting list may apply. £3 per session. • Wednesday 22nd: Health and Well Being Fair “Make A Difference” 10am-7pm in the Library and 10am-1pm in Stowford Hall. • Saturday 25th: Writing Workshop with writer and broadcaster Teresa Driscoll 10am 1pm. A writing workshop for new and aspiring writers of short fiction in a fun and relaxed session. Limited places remaining. Tickets are available from the library. £5 refundable deposit payable when booking, refunded on attendance. • Thursday 30th: 6-7pm Friends of Ivybridge Library Group Meeting • Friday 31st: 10-noon Social Media for Jobs Find out how to get the most of your social media networks. Limited places, book via the library on 01752893140 or ivybridge.library@devon.gov.uk 2-4pm Hallowe’en Crafts A drop in craft session for families. No need to book. Disclaimer: Information compiled by Ivybridge Town Council. All dates and times believed to be correct at time of going to press. Details reliant on community groups providing up-to-date information. The Ivybridge magazine and Ivybridge Town Council take no responsibility for its accuracy

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

7_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 19/09/2014 17:25 Page 17

BOOK TICKETS ONLINE, IN PERSON, OR OVER THE PHONE TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!

r in be o ct O

LIVE BY SATELLITE

the ballet MANON 16th October Peter French Matinee - 7th October

The New Jersey Boys - 10th October

FREE HALLOWEEN BISCUIT

National Theatre Frankenstein

Buy a hot drink & get a Halloween biscuit FREE Present this voucher in our coffee shop during half term week and get a free Halloween biscuit when you buy a hot drink.

starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller 30th October

Name:........................................................................................ Email address: .......................................................................... We will add you to our email database. We never pass on your details to any third parties. You can remove yourself from our mailing list at anytime by clicking the link in any email we send you or by asking at the Box Office. Terms and conditions: Only one voucher per customer. Original vouchers only. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Subject to availability.

✂

Please enter your details below to validate this voucher:

Coming soon - tickets on sale now!

Blockbust

Katherine Ryan - 9th Nov

Greenhaze - a Green Day Tribute Marcus Brigstocke 7th November - 28th Nov

Remember When at Christmas - 11th Nov

Ben Walters - 15th Nov

The Noise Next Door - 21st Dec

MOVIES See t

he Wha On listings t’s cinema sho for wings 2pm Matin ees, half term children’s film & Hallowe s en Double Bil l

18_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 14:22 Page 18

Dance

Classes available in: Ballet, Modern Theatre, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary Street, Musical Theatre. Ages 3+

is our life we aim to make it your passion! Classes held at Ivybridge Evangelical Church Hall & St Austinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Priory Church

www.ballaredance.co.uk 07812577773 ballareschoolofperformingarts@gmail.com

AUTUMN OPENINGS Harford, Ivybridge Open Sundays & Wednesdays 11am-5pm 5th October 16th November Adults ÂŁ5, U16s free

24 acres of fine autumn colour by a Dartmoor stream. Home-made soup and cakes. Children free. Dogs welcome on a lead. Call 01752 691749 www.lukesland.co.uk Facebook.com/lukeslandgardens

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

16-19-20_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:20 Page 19

WHAT’S ON IN OCTOBER CALENDAR

workshops at Thur 2nd: 10am-noon Watercolour Painting £7.50. Christine Pascoe - 01752 837421 n 12:30-2:30pm Botanical Painting £7.50. Maggie Springett 01752 772192 or blazemag@colliedogs2.wanadoo.co.uk Sat 4th: 10am-1pm Mixed media and Collage £10. Mike Battley 01752 794281

Mon 6th: 1:30-3:30pm Creative Journal workshop Recovery Learning Devon & Rethink. Bring A4 or A5 sketchbook. Contact Will – 07436 533277 n 7-9pm Watercolour Painting £7.50. Christine Pascoe 01752 837421

Tues 7th: 10am-noon Abstract Painting £5. Esin 07760 401477 n 7-9pm Papercraft £7.50. Jayne - makeadaycards@aol.com Weds 8th: 2-4pm U3A Patchwork Quilting Kate Danby 01752 839105 katedanby@ gmail.com n 7-9pm Claire's Crafts £7.50. Claire 07827814257

Thur 9th: 10am-noon Watercolour Painting £7.50. Christine Pascoe - 01752 837421 n 7-9pm Needle felting £7.50. Jean kaeravel@live.co.uk

Sat 11th: 10:30am-12:30pm Drawing with Maggie £7.50. Maggie Springett 01752 772192 or blazemag@colliedogs2.wanadoo.co.uk Mon 13th: 1:30-3:30pm Creative Journal workshop See Mon 6th entry for details n 79pm Watercolour Painting £7.50. Christine Pascoe 01752 837421

Tues 14th: 10am-noon Abstract Painting £5. Esin 07760 401477 n 7-9pm Flower arranging £7. Sandra 01752 895529 or 07789 954107 Weds 15th: 7-9pm Claire's Crafts £7.50. Claire 07827814257 Thurs 16th: 10am-noon Watercolour Painting £7.50. Christine Pascoe - 01752 837421 n 7-9pm Beaded Charm Bracelet £8. Jenny 07753 480423 Sat 18th: Craft Market £10 per table.

Mon 20th: 1:30-3:30pm Creative Journal workshop See Mon 6th entry for details n 79pm Watercolour Painting £7.50. Christine Pascoe 01752 837421

South Brent Art and Craft Exhibition 24.30pm. 2014 Art and craft works by people living in Brent. 01752 72612/ 01752 72549.

Lukesland Gardens Autumn Opening 11am-5pm. See their advert on page 18. The Challaborough Challenge 10am. In aid of the Operation Henry Trust. See page 18.

Lukesland Gardens Autumn Opening 11am-5pm. See their advert on page 18. South Brent Art and Craft Exhibition 10am-4pm.

South Hams CAB 10am-noon. Drop- in at The Watermark or call 08444 111 444. Fitsteps Dance Fitness Class 6- 7pm, The Watermark. See page 25 for more details. Planning & Infrastructure Committee 6pm. Ivybridge Town Hall. Parks and Open Spaces Committee Meeting 7pm. Ivybridge Town Hall.

South Hams CAB 10am-noon. Drop- in at The Watermark or call 08444 111 444. Fitsteps Dance Fitness Class 6- 7pm, The Watermark. See page 25 for more details. Policy & Resources Committee Meeting 7pm. Ivybridge Town Hall. U3A Monthly General Meeting 2- 4pm. The Watermark. See page 10. South Brent Art and Craft Exhibition 10am-4pm.

SUNDAY 12th

MONDAY 13th

TUESDAY 14th

Messy Play 10-11.30am. Suitable for under 5s. Ivybridge Methodist Church. Ivybridge & District Camera Club Practical night Jubilee Hall, Bittaford. 7.30pm. WEDNESDAY 15th

0-18 Months Group 1.30-3pm. Stay & play group for families with babies 0-18 months old. SeaMoor Children’s Centre: 01752 896356. One day Pencil and Watercolour Workshop 10am-4pm. Ivybridge Town Hall. £40. Spaces limited. Details and to book: 01752 893852. Lukesland Gardens Autumn Opening 11am-5pm. See their advert on page 18. Film @ The Watermark – A Million Ways to Die in the West [15] 116mins. 2pm & 7.30pm. See film listings. THURSDAY 16th

Tues 21st: 10am-noon Abstract Painting £5. Esin 07760 401477 n 7-9pm Papercraft £7.50. Jayne makeadaycards@aol.com

Thur 23rd: 10am-noon Watercolour Painting £7.50. Christine Pascoe - 01752 837421 n 79pm Needle Felting £7.50. Jean Fenton kaeravel@live.co.uk

Sat 25th: 12:30-2:30pm Botanical Painting £7.50. Maggie Springett 01752 772192 or blazemag@colliedogs2.wanadoo.co.uk

Mon 27th: 1:30-3:30pm Creative Journal workshop See Mon 6th entry for details n 79pm Watercolour Painting £7.50. Christine Pascoe 01752 837421

Tues 28th: 10am-noon Abstract Painting £5. Esin 07760 401477 n 6:30-8:30pm Crochet £8.50. CeeJay Kennedy 07533 878335

Thurs 30th: 10am-noon Watercolour Painting £7.50. Christine Pascoe - 01752 837421 n 7-9pm Beaded 3 piece Jewellery set £10. Jenny 07753 480423

Please contact workshop leader with enquiries and to book your place. facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

Music Concert by students of Plymouth College Cornwood Church, 7pm. Tickets £10 (to inc a glass of wine and light refreshments) from Marilyn Sharp 837441 or Linda Masters 837430.

Wright Group Coffee Mornings 10.30amnoon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Step by Step A group for young children with additional needs. SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Details: 01752 896356. Live Event @ The Watermark – Royal Opera House ‘Manon’ 7.15pm for 7.30pm start. See film listings. FRIDAY 17th

Ivybridge Business Breakfast Meeting 8.30-10am. The Watermark. £8 including breakfast and guest speaker. To book libby.shore@swlaw.co.uk Ivybridge Country Market 8.30-11.30am. Scout hut next to the Leisure Centre. Youth Leisure Night @ Ivybridge Leisure Centre 7.30- 9.30pm. First session is free! Young Parents Group for under 25s with children under 5. SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Details: 01752 896356. Film @ The Watermark – A Million Ways to Die in the West [15] 116mins. 7.30pm. See film listings.

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

SATURDAY 18th

SUNDAY 19th

MONDAY 20th

TUESDAY 21st

ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES VALUATION

The experts of Lockdales Auctioneers will be providing free valuations to the public on Tuesday, 21 October, 10am3pm, at The Watermark. Valuations will be provided on the following types of collectables: Coins, stamps, banknotes, medals & militaria, antiques, clocks, watches, jewellery, gold, silver, pre-1900 documents/books & maps, cigarette-cards, postcards, pre1960 sporting programmes & tickets, scientific instruments, swords, bayonets & de-activated weapons. No appointment is necessary at this event, simply turn up with your items and the valuers will be happy to see you. Members of the public will have the option, if they wish, to consign their goods to auction (subject to terms & conditions). Cash purchase offers are also available. Valuations will be provided free of charge, with no obligation. See the advert on page 7 for more details. Messy Play 10-11.30am. Suitable for under 5s. Ivybridge Methodist Church. Bingo @ The Watermark 7.15pm. £4 for 10 games plus £1 for a flyer. Raffle tickets on sale, plus refreshments. In aid of the 2014 WW1 commemorations. WEDNESDAY 22nd

0-18 Months Group 1.30-3pm. Stay & play group for families with babies 0-18 months old. SeaMoor Children’s Centre: 01752 896356. Lukesland Gardens Autumn Opening 11am-5pm. See their advert on page 18. Health and Well Being Fair 10am-7pm, the Library and 10am-1pm in Stowford Hall. See page 31 for more details.

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

16-19-20_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:21 Page 20

WHAT’S ON IN OCTOBER CALENDAR

Devon Senior Voice 7.30pm for 8pm. Ivybridge branch members and guests ‘Mega Quiz’ and raffle fun. The Sportsman’s Inn. 01752 892191. Film @ The Watermark – Pay it Forward [12] 123mins. 2pm. See film listings. Film @ The Watermark – Chinese Puzzle [15] 117mins. 7.30pm. See film listings. THURSDAY 23rd

Wright Group Coffee Mornings 10.30amnoon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Step by Step A group for young children with additional needs. SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Details: 01752 896356. Ivybridge Garden Association 7.45pm. Methodist Church Hall. See page 10. Film @ The Watermark – Belle [12A] 101mins. 7.30pm. See film listings. FRIDAY 24th

Ivybridge Country Market 8.30-11.30am. Scout hut next to the Leisure Centre. Young Parents Group for under 25s with children under 5. SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Details: 01752 896356. Devon Senior Voice Ivybridge Branch AGM and Gary Streeter MP ‘Question Time’. The Sportsman’s Inn, 10am-noon. 01752 892191. Launch of Poppy Appeal The Sportsman’s Inn, 7.30pm. Youth Leisure Night @ Ivybridge Leisure Centre 7.30- 9.30pm. First session is free! Film @ The Watermark – Belle [12A] 101mins. 7.30pm. See film listings. SATURDAY 25th

Writing Workshop with Teresa Driscoll 10am-1pm. Ivybridge Library. Limited places remaining. Tickets available from the library. SUNDAY 26th

Lukesland Gardens Autumn Opening 11am-5pm. See their advert on page 18. Poppy Appeal Betterball Open Wrangaton GC. Details: www.wrangatongolfclub.co.uk MONDAY 27th

South Hams CAB 10am-noon. Drop- in at The Watermark or call 08444 111 444. Fitsteps Dance Fitness Class 6- 7pm, The Watermark. See page 25 for more details. Saltram Halloween Pumpkin Trail 10am5pm everyday day until Fri 31st. £2. Booking not required. Details: saltram@ nationaltrust.org.uk / 01752 333500. Planning & Infrastructure Committee 6pm. Ivybridge Town Hall. TUESDAY 28th

Messy Play 10-11.30am. Suitable for under 5s. Ivybridge Methodist Church. Ivybridge & District Camera Club Competition night Jubilee Hall, Bittaford. 7.30pm.

See our Facebook page for details of regular groups, clubs and events

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

WEDNESDAY 29th

0-18 Months Group 1.30-3pm. Stay & play group for families with babies 0-18 months old. SeaMoor Children’s Centre: 01752 896356. Halloween Party at the Donkey Sanctuary in Ivybridge 5-7pm. Lukesland Gardens Autumn Opening 11am-5pm. See their advert on page 18. Children’s Film @ The Watermark – Mr Peabody & Sherman [U] 97mins. 10.30am. See film listings. Film @ The Watermark – Mrs Brown’s Boys D’Movie [15] 94mins. 2pm & 7.30pm. See film listings. THURSDAY 30th

Wright Group Coffee Mornings 10.30amnoon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Step by Step A group for young children with additional needs. SeaMoor Children’s Centre. Details: 01752 896356. Friends of Ivybridge Library Group Meeting 6-7pm. Ivybridge Library. National Theatre Frankenstein @ The Watermark 7.30pm. See film listings. FRIDAY 31st

DON’T MISS A TRICK THIS HALLOWEEN AND ENJOY A TREAT AT GLANVILLES MILL

Staff and shops in Glanvilles Mill will be ‘spooktacular’ when the shopping precinct is transformed for Halloween. Bats, spiders and other goulish decorations will fill the mall for a Halloween celebration. From 5pm, for an hour, there will be pumpalicious fun for children with trick or treat, wrap the mummy, pin the wart in the witch and other batty games. Get in the spirit and come in costume for the best fancy dress prize. During the day there will be competitions to enjoy, including spot the spider in the window and scary scrabble for everyone, of all ages, to enjoy.

Halloween Stories at Saltram 11am-3pm. Details: saltram@nationaltrust.org.uk / 01752 333500. Children’s Film @ The Watermark – Frankenweenie [PG] 87mins. 5pm. See film listings. Film @ The Watermark – Young Frankenstein [PG] 106mins. 7.30pm. See film listings. Film @ The Watermark – The Excorcist [18] 132mins. 10pm. See film listings. To get your event listed in the What’s On diary, please supply details to tel: 01752 892220 or email info@ivybridgewatermark.co.uk by the 12th of each preceeding month.

F il m s

@ The Watermark

Box office – (01752) 892220 ivybridgewatermark.co.uk Tickets £6 / £5 concs (unless otherwise stated)

MALEFICENT [PG] Wed 1 Oct 2pm, Thu 2 & Fri 3 Oct 7.30pm. A vengeful fairy is driven to curse an infant princess, only to discover that the child may be the one person who can restore peace to their troubled land. Starring Angeline Jolie 97 mins GOOD MORNING VIETNAM [15] Wed 1 Oct 7.30pm. An unorthodox and irreverent DJ begins to shake up things when he is assigned to the US Armed Services Radio station in Vietnam. A tribute to Robin Williams 116 mins JERSEY BOYS [15] Wed 8 Oct 2pm, Thu 9 Oct 7.30pm. The story of four young men from the wrong side of the tracks in New Jersey who came together to form the iconic 1960s rock group The Four Seasons. Directed by Clint Eastwood. 134 mins BRIGHTON ROCK [PG] Wed 8 Oct 7.30pm A tribute to Richard Attenborough. 92 mins A MILLION WAYS TO DIE IN THE WEST [15] Wed 15 Oct 2pm & 7.30pm & Fri 17 Oct 7.30pm. As a cowardly farmer begins to fall for the mysterious new woman in town, he must put his new-found courage to the test when her husband, a notorious gun-slinger, announces his arrival. Directed and starring Seth McFarlane. 116 mins LIVE EVENT: ROYAL OPERA HOUSE MANON Thu 16 Oct 7.15pm for 7.30pm. Kenneth MacMillan's acclaimed tragic ballet is a modern masterpiece. PAY IT FORWARD [12] Wed 22 Oct 2pm. A young boy attempts to make the world a better place after his teacher gives him that chance. A film to complement the libraries ‘Make a Difference’ event. Starring Kevin Spacey 123 mins CHINESE PUZZLE [15] Wed 22 Oct 7.30pm. A 40-year-old father's life is complicated when the mother of his two children moves to New York. Since he can't bear them growing up far away from him, he decides to move there as well. 117 mins BELLE [12a] Thu 23 & Fri 24 Oct 7.30pm. The mixed race daughter of a Royal Navy Admiral is raised by her aristocratic great-uncle in 18th century England. 101 mins MR. PEABODY & SHERMAN [U] Wed 29 Oct 10.30am. The time-travelling adventures of an advanced canine and his adopted son, as they endeavor to fix a time rift they created. 97 mins MRS. BROWN’S BOYS D’MOVIE [15] Wed 29 Oct 2pm & 7.30pm. A company tries to shut down Mrs Brown's fruit and veg stall. They can feck off. Written and starring Brendan O'Carroll. 94 mins NATIONAL THEATRE: FRANKENSTEIN Thu 30 Oct 7.30pm. By Nick Dear, based on the novel by Mary Shelley. National Theatre Live’s thrilling broadcast of Frankenstein returns to cinemas for a limited time, due to unprecedented audience demand. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller FRANKENWEENIE [PG] Wed 31 Oct 5pm. Young Victor conducts a science experiment to bring his beloved dog Sparky back to life, only to face unintended, sometimes monstrous, consequences. 87 mins YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN [PG] Fri 31 Oct 7.30pm. Dr. Frankenstein's grandson, after years of living down the family reputation, inherits granddad's castle and repeats the experiments. Mel Brooks classic starring Gene Wilder 106 mins THE EXORCIST [18] Fri 31 Oct 10pm. When a teenage girl is possessed by a mysterious entity, her mother seeks the help of two priests to save her daughter. Halloween favourite to take us up to the witching hour!!! 132 mins

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

21_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:22 Page 21

Green Haze

Latest news from Ivybridge Town Council An Invitation from Ivybridge Town Mayor, Cllr Karen Pringle

2014 marks the fifth anniversary of our Christmas Day parties at The Watermark, and it’s my pleasure to once again extend the Town Council’s warm invitation to those who are elderly and/or alone to spend their Christmas Day with us at The Watermark. We will, of course, again need the help of the wonderful community here in Ivybridge to ensure this year’s event continues to be as good as previous years – businesses may like to make donations or individuals or groups might like to consider volunteering on the day to help with serving our guests, giving lifts etc. Last year, we were able to benefit from the free magic show from Christophe Lombardi, so if you can offer your services please contact us. If you, or someone you know, is dreading the thought of a solo Christmas Day then please do get in touch – to book a place contact the Town Hall on 01752 893815. Alternatively, if you wish to discuss how you could contribute to this really worthwhile event please contact the Town Hall and ask to speak with Julie, or drop into the Information Centre at The Watermark. If you have been hesitant about attending, please don’t worry – with the help of Ivybridge Ring and Ride and Ivybridge Caring we can accommodate your transport requirements and any other support you might need. Do join us on Christmas Day this year and be amongst Ivybridge Friends. Best wishes Karen Pringle

Youth services

Many of you will know that the Devon County youth service is closing in Ivybridge from October 2014. We would like to thank the youth workers for the services they have provided for the town over the years and wish all of them well for the future. Cllr Ray Wilson, of Ivybridge Town Council, has been hosting meetings to try and see what service can be offered after the end of September and it has been agreed that the Town Council will continue to support the very popular youth nights, at the Leisure Centre, which run from 7pm until 9.30pm every Friday evening. These are aimed at young people aged from 13-17 and cost £2 per session but the support from the Town Council will enable Tone Leisure to recruit staff to ensure that the events can continue. We all hope that arrangements can be made to keep these going beyond March 2015 and we will be searching for grants/sources of funding for the future. In terms of the Youth Venue itself the building will be in use during the day and then still be available for youth activities in the evening. Discussions are still ongoing to see what can be offered with the Youth Trustees working hard with Devon County Council to finalise options. Volunteers are seeing what can be done and if any young people who had been volunteering before with youth nights want to contact us to get involved then we would be delighted to hear from you. Young Devon is also concerned that its Young Carers’ Group needs a venue and drop-in counselling services have stopped, but again with the support of local voluntary groups, along with our County and District Councillors working with the Town Council we believe that those services can continue. CONTACT THE TOWN COUNCIL

Town Hall, Erme Court, Leonards Road, Ivybridge PL21 0SZ Tel: (01752) 893815 | Email: townclerk@ivybridge.gov.uk facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

Latest news from The Watermark

Peter French

On Tuesday, 7th October, at 2pm The Watermark welcomes Peter French, who brings us the great American song book at it’s very best. He will be singing well known classics made famous by Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Nat King Cole etc., favourite standards including ‘It had to be you’, ‘Making Whoopee’ and ‘As Time Goes By’ to name but a few. Why not pre order a light lunch beforehand?

Jersey Boys come to town

On Wednesday, 8th October, and Thursday, 9th October, The Watermark prepares for the arrival of the New Jersey Boys, a live event on Friday, 10th October, with the showing of Clint Eastwood’s acclaimed film. The New Jersey Boys celebrates the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, taking the audience on a nostalgic musical journey through the career of one of the biggest selling bands of all time. From the early days in New Jersey where it all began, this exciting show features their greatest hits including ‘Sherry’, ‘Walk Like a Man’, ‘Big Girls Don't Cry’, ‘Bye Bye Baby’ and much more. This is an unmissable evening of entertainment which captures the original magic of this outstanding group.

Arts events

On Thursday, 16th October, live via satellite from the Royal Opera House, the ballet Manon. Kenneth MacMillan’s tragic ballet is regarded as a modern masterpiece. This is followed on Thursday, 30th October, by Frankenstein, a recorded screening by The National Theatre. Based on the novel by Mary Shelley, this thrilling broadcast stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller.

Ivybridge residents, father and son Richard and Matt Colton, are delighted to be playing a hometown gig on Friday, 7th November, at The Watermark. Former ICC student Matt is delighted to join his drummer dad as the new bassist for Green Haze, an energetic tribute to one of the best punk rock & rock ’n' roll bands the world has ever seen – Greenday. Their live show is a high-octane event, where the band strives to capture the raw power and dynamics of Greenday’s music and bring it to life on stage complete with toilet paper gun! Tickets are £8 in advance or £10/£8 concessions on the door.

Coffee Shop

Look out for the new autumn/ winter menu in the coffee shop, jacket potatoes with a selection of tasty fillings, homemade seasonal soups and daily special paninis and toasties.

Halloween

A little bit of Franken-fun followed by a lot of Frankennonsense and finishing of with a spine chilling classic to take you up to the witching hour. Dress up optional, check out the full programme and come along for some or all of the screams!!!

Christmas

Don’t forget to book your table for the famous Watermark shared Christmas party, a night of fun, food and dancing with a hot buffet and disco. There are limited places so call Babs on 01752 892220. Separate Christmas lunches and dinners can also be booked for between 20 and 120 guests. Stuck for something to do with all the family but want to celebrate New Year’s eve in style? Come to The Watermark’s family New Year’s Eve Party. Food and disco provided, Big Ben live via satellite and a toast at midnight. Tickets are £20 adults and £5 children.

And finally...

Tables still available for the Craft Fair on Sat 22 Nov if you would like to book a stall call Fiona on 01752 892220.

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

22_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 19:18 Page 22

Experts in Musculoskeletal & Neurological Physiotherapy Brain injury

Shoulder pathologies & injuries Back & neck pain Spinal injury

Stroke

Muscle and joint injuries Mul(ple Sclerosis

Parkinson's Disease Mobility problems

Complex mul(-trauma injuries

South Hams Physio 10%

PREMIER ini(al IVYBRIDGE assessments booked in Oct CLINIC when quo ng OFF

Revelations Hair Studio More than just a hair salon...

The Salon Experience You Deserve

The ultimate PAMPER... £30

Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday:

Back, neck & shoulder massage, followed by a file + gel polish

Tel: 01752 698631 | 27 Glanvilles Mill

IVYMAG15

with modern technology treatments and EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELD

A friendly team of Chartered Physiotherapists oﬀering quality treatments throughout Devon and Cornwall. Based in Ivybridge with a clinic on the 2nd Floor, The Watermark.

For more informa on or to make an appointment visit our website: www.southhamsphysio.co.uk E-mail: info@southhamsphysio.co.uk Telephone: 07814 930913 / 01752 891930

9.30am-1.00pm 9.00am-9.00pm 9.00am-5.30pm 9.00am-9.00pm 9.00am-6.00pm 9.00am-4.00pm

South Devon Counselling Service Debbie Bakewell | Adv Diploma CBT & PC Counsellor, MBACP

·First

session FREE

·Reduced

rates for young people ·Situated in Ivybridge

MAYBE YOU DON’T THINK YOU MATTER - WELL I THINK YOU DO! In our busy world, it’s too easy to ‘carry on regardless’ and ignore how we feel. I offer support in a safe, confidential space whilst you explore and make sense of the issues causing you pain.

Telephone 07773 202281

EE S FR AS CL

T ITH ER W V

* AD t IS TH ge EE nd FR r a nth be o to e m Oc th in f in t o Jo res e th

FUN EFFECTIVE 60 MINS 600 CALORIES

The Watermark, Ivybridge EVERY Tuesday & Thursday 5.45 - 6.45pm

Jazzercise is a high intensity, dance-based fitness program featuring cardio, kickboxing, power yoga & strength training to chart-topping music For more info contact Jo Lake on T: 07828 916772 E: joanne_lake@sky.com

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

D 23-25_TIM_Oct14 Wellness_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:54 Page 23

Health, beauty, fitness & wellbeing Exercise key to managing arthritis BY NIKKI SMITH, MCSP South Hams Physio

We’ve all been enjoying the Indian summer – I wish it would last until Christmas – but realistically the weather will change and with this, many of our clients find their arthritis ‘playing up’. Although there is little scientific evidence for this, some link it to the change in air pressure affecting the arthritic joint pressure, causing discomfort. It appears to happen in some cases, but not others. Arthritis means ‘inflammation of the joints’. There are some 10 million people in UK with arthritis. It can cause stiffness and painful swelling in joints. Arthritis can affect people of all ages, young and old alike. There are over 100 joint conditions which are covered by the term arthritis, including some soft tissue diseases.

Osteoarthritis, often known as ‘degenerative joint disease’ or ‘wear and tear’, is the most common type, followed by rheumatoid arthritis and gout. Most of us over the age of 30 will have some wear and tear in our joints, but it’s not arthritis until it displays inflammatory signs and symptoms. Different types of arthritis are caused by different factors. • Genetics – it can run in families • Some types of arthritis are more commonly found in women and some in men • Some types of arthritis start later in

life, whereas some types commonly start in young adults • Some injuries, infections or allergies can trigger some types of arthritis • Lifestyle, including diet and smoking, can be significant contributory factors to arthritis Physiotherapy plays an important role in managing arthritis. It can help you to maintain TIPS f independence through improving your mobility, or mana ging strength and flexibility. Used along with pain and medication, it can also help to minimise pain. arthritis Physiotherapists can devise simple exercise » Ice packs - can soo programmes that you can practice at home to swollen the hot, joints. help you build your strength and flexibility. » Heat pack s - help Exercise is especially important for people tired mu to relax te scles. nse, with arthritis. It can help to reduce pain and » Splinting of swolle increase mobility. joints - m n or pain ay be he ful Keeping active is very important when you lpful, for example , during a have arthritis. Many people are afraid that fl are-up o rheuma f exercise will increase their pain or cause » TENStomidacarthritis. h in e s further damage to their joints, but your joints (transcuta electrica l ne neous are designed to move and the muscles and works by rve stimulation) blocking tissues around them become weaker if they’re pain mess to your b ag ra not used. This can cause your joint to become percepti in and altering yo es on of pa u r unstable and may reduce your mobility and » Massage - in. to h e lp the m independence. relax and uscles make join Exercise can increase your general fitness, t more co mfortable movement help you to lose weight or keep to a healthy » Acupunctu . re - can weight, improve your general mobility and the brain stimulate to make you feel more self-confident. Regular to help re produce endorp hins lieve pain . See pag exercise will also stimulate production of e 25 your body’s own natural pain-relieving hormones (endorphins). The important thing is to find a form of n Don’t forget, if you have any Physiotherapy exercise you enjoy so you do it regularly. South Hams Physio The Watermark, Ivybridge T: 07814 930913 / 01752 891930 E: info@southhamsphysio.co.uk W: www.southhamsphysio.co.uk

600 calories gone in 60 minutes

Burn up to 600 calories in one fun and powerfully effective 60-minute total body workout with Jazzercise dance fitness. Every Jazzercise class combines dancebased cardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, tone and lengthen muscles for maximum fat burn. Choreographed to today’s hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of jazz dance, aerobic exercise, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, and kickboxing. Start dancing yourself fit and change the shape of your body today!

More Wellness on page 25

Every Tuesday & Thursday 5.45 6.45pm at The Watermark

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

questions and queries, contact The Ivybridge magazine and our expert team at South Hams Physio will answer one each month with physiotherapy tips to follow

when styling Keep your hair safe Straighteners are effective, but it’s BY DONNA RYDER Revelations Hair Studio

essential that you protect your hair from the heat. Of the many products on the market, for lightweight heat protection, I recommend EvoAs winter nears, we generally feel Easy Tiger. we need to make more effort with Heated rollers are another great our styling, after a summer of emstyling tool. They are incredibly bracing shaggy beach locks! After all, making that little more effort with easy to use, and can be put in haphazardly to achieve a glamourous our hair makes us feel fab! Styling tools are great for achieving a effect. A good tip is to apply a layer of hairspray while the rollers are more groomed look – they are easy to use and hold your look for longer. cooling to set the hair. Straighteners are the most popular When using any heated styling tool, remember, apply the protection bestyling tool, but “Gees”, are they fore the heat! over-used. We see all too often Revelations Hair Salon over-straightened brittle hair, lack27 Glanvilles Mill / 01752 698631 ing in any kind of shine! October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

24_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 19:20 Page 24

Your Consultant’s name is LEANNE Telephone 01752 892181 Mondays 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tuesdays 9:30am, 11.30am & 5.30pm Chapel Place Community Centre Fore Street, Ivybridge

Implant solutions for that perfect smile If missing and failing teeth or dentures are stopping you from smiling, enjoying your favourite foods and feeling confident, then New Fixed Teeth, fitted in a day could be the answer you’re looking for! At Highland 7 Day Dental Care we are committed to producing first class, friendly patient care and you can be sure that your experience will be as smooth and as comfortable as possible.

To book a complimentary assessment or for more information please call us on 01752 893152; we’re open 7 days a week!

01752 893152 www.highland7daydentalcare.co.uk The Old Police House, Cornwood Road, Ivybridge, PL21 9GX 24

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

23-25_TIM_Oct14 Wellness_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:24 Page 25

Counselling is self discovery BY DEBBIE BAKEWELL Side By Side Counselling

It wasn’t until I accessed my own counselling that I experienced how it felt to be truly accepted, supported and valued. As a result, I am passionate about offering you the same safe, confidential and supportive space to explore and make sense of those thoughts and feelings that are causing you pain, so you may ultimately take back control. I work with all ages, including children and young adults, on a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, bullying, bereave-

Helping you feel ‘smiles’ better With dentists specialising in a wide range of services, Highland 7 Day Dental Care is a friendly, approachable dental practice dedicated to offering high-quality, modern and affordable treatment seven days a week. The team has been joined by new dentists, which means they can now offer an even wider range of services.

Free consultations

Consultant Orthodontist Amanda Smith is working alongside resident team member Kerry Hall to develop this speciality. Amanda and Kerry are currently offering free consultations to discuss how they can help you achieve a beautiful smile through adult comprehensive orthodontics – cosmetic fixed braces to dramatically improve your smile – and Six Month Smiles, a short term cosmetic orthodontic solution for adults unhappy with their smile. Joanna Sutcliffe has 20 years’ experience and skill at preventative dentistry aimed at reducing decay and gum disease. Joanna can also help with sedative techniques for anxious patients to ensure that they have a positive dental experience. Highland 7 Day Dental Care also offer aesthetic dentistry including tooth whitening, veneers and implants. Highland 7 Day Dental 01752 893152 highland7daydentalcare.co.uk

ment and suicidal thoughts. I believe counselling should be available to all – and when that person is ready. This is reflected in my overall fees – with reduced rates for young people. INITIAL SESSION FREE Based in Ivybridge, I offer an initial one-hour session free of charge,

so that we can meet, you get an idea of how counselling may work for you and to see whether you are ready to embark on your journey. You may not think so right now, but you may hold the key to unlocking significant change. Side By Side Counselling 07773 202281 | Facebook: Side By Side Counselling

Slimmin g World ’s EXT

RA EAS EXPRE Y SS CO has mo OKBOOK re than savin 10

g rec 0 tim kind toipes that are aet lso h e waist Availab line le from th

ACUPUNCTURE AND ARTHRITIS BY FIONA MATTHEWS Acupuncture South Devon

stiffness. Rheumatoid Arthritis is three times more common in women and occurs when the body’s immune system targets the joints leading to pain, swelling and changes of the joint shape. Traditional acupuncture can help all types of arthritis by reducing pain and inflammation, promoting ease of movement and improving Arthritis is a common condition quality of life. causing pain and inflammation in The British Acupuncture Council a joint, with over 10 million people is a member of the Arthritis and suffering in the UK. Musculoskeletal Alliance, a National Arthritis week begins on charity bringing together patientOctober 12th and is intended to led, professional and research help raise awareness of the organisations to improve services condition and to highlight the for people with musculoskeletal help and support that’s available. disorders like arthritis. Based on The two most common types of strong evidence, the British arthritis are Osteo and Acupuncture Council and the Rheumatoid arthritis. Osteo Alliance aim to protect the Arthritis tends to be caused by wear and tear affecting the smooth cartilage lining leading to reduced movement, pain and

Dance like the Strictly stars

Dance like the Strictly Come Dancing stars with a fabulous new beginner Strictly Ballroom class in Ivybridge. As ‘Strictly’ returns to our screens, you too can learn all the fabulous dances seen on TV. Donahey’s teach a fabulous selection of the world’s most popular ballroom and Latin dances; waltz, foxtrot, quickstep, cha cha, jive, rock ‘n’ roll, Argentine tango, rumba, American smooth, the tango and more. Classes are every Monday at Anton Du 7pm at The Watermark. Beke and Book your places online at Erin Boag www.donaheys.co.uk

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

Slimmin e Ivybri g d see the World group ge ir ad op posite

interests and improve the health of the arthritis sufferer. If you would like more information or to find out if traditional acupuncture could help you, contact Fiona Matthews at Acupuncture South Devon (acupuncturesouthdevon.co.uk), your local practitioner from the British Acupuncture Council with clinics in Cornwood Road, Ivybridge, the Plymouth Nuffield Hospital and Exeter’s Southernhay Clinic. Acupuncture South Devon 01752 895401 / 07767 665677 fiona@acupuncturesouthdevon.co.uk www.acupuncturesouthdevon.co.uk

Chasse with the stars Would you like to spend a weekend mixing and mingling with your favourite stars of Strictly Come Dancing? Join Kevin Clifton and Karen Hauer, Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag, Natalie Lowe and Ian Waite, at Donahey’s Dancing With The Stars Weekend. Enjoy three days of spectacular dance showcases as the stars perform up close and personal for a truly intimate experience unlike any other. Learn to dance with them, plus hear all about their Strictly journeys. For more details checkout www.donaheys.co.uk October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

26_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 19/09/2014 17:36 Page 26

D 27-29_TIM_Oct14 Property_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:57 Page 27

Property ADVERTISING FEATURE

The best homes for sale & rent in & around Ivybridge

Fore Street, Cornwood Asking price: £285,000 A delightful extended three bedroom, chocolate box character cottage in the well sought after village of Cornwood. Versatile accommodation. Cottage gardens. Outbuildings. EPC Rating: F. 01752 895379 | ivybridge@ maitlands.biz | maitlands.biz

• 4 bedrooms - with 2 en-suite • Great sized gardens • Versatile accommodation • Book now to view

Torre Close, Ivybridge ................£230,000 A spacious family home with the added benefit of NO UPPER CHAIN. Situated overlooking an open green, this house has four bedrooms, lounge and good size kitchen/diner. There is an enclosed garden, ideal for the family, and a garage is located close by, plus additional parking area. 01752 698707 | contactus@ rebeccataylorestateagent.co.uk facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

the family dining room. There is a well proportioned kitchen breakfast room with separate utility space and a good sized study and WC. The four bedrooms include a substantial Cursons Way - £345,000 master with en-suite bathroom, two doubles, This executive detached family home, one with a further en-suite, together with a occupying one of the largest plots in this good sized single bedroom. highly desirable cul-de-sac in the popular The rear garden incorporates patio, decked Woodlands area of the town, must be seen to and lawned areas and rear access to the be appreciated. The property benefits from single garage. an impressive frontage, including a large An internal inspection is strongly advised to lawned front garden and driveway parking fully appreciate the size and scope of what leading to the garage. this great family home has to offer. Inside, the impressive dimensions continue 01752 206040 | novahomes.co.uk with a large lounge with double doors onto ivybridge@novahomes.co.uk

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

SO LD

28_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 19/09/2014 17:43 Page 28

Torre Close £169,950

2 bedrooms with great views

3 bedrooms with garage and lovely garden SO LD

IN N ST E RU W CT IO N

Dunsterville Road £157,950

Wisteria Cottage £299,999

Boringdon Park £275,000

3 bed character cottage. Opportunity to purchase some land. Suit horse lover

4 bedroom detached family home with good size garden

SO LD

N W IO NE UCT R ST IN

4 bed detached house. Private garden and double garage

Spacious end of terrace. 4 beds. Near Stowford School & ICC

Cursons Way | £365,000 Large 5 bedroom detached house with 2 en-suites and double garage, large gardens

Rolster Bridge House | £595,000 Large 4 bed detached property. Beautiful grounds. Large paddock area and garden

contactus@rebeccataylorestateagent.co.uk

PR NEW IC E

Julian Road | £210,000 Immaculate 3 bedroom extended semi-detached with plenty of off road parking (su B bje UIL PO D ct to ING SSIB pla L nn PLO E ing T pe STP rm P iss ion )

ST NE RU W CT IO N

Tom Maddock Gardens OiEO £213,000

ST NE RU W CT IO N

Cameron Drive OiEO £340,000

Torre Close | £230,000 Detached 4 bed property tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac. Private garden, utility room & garage

www.rebeccataylorestateagent.co.uk

27-29_TIM_Oct14 Property_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:27 Page 29

Property Cursons Way - Asking Price of £365,000

• Detached House • 5 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms • 1 Reception Room This large executive five bedroom detached family home is set in a very sort-after cul-de-sac in the Woodlands area of Ivybridge. The property benefits from having two en-suites, utility and numerous uses for the different bright rooms. There is a double garage with an

Bittaford Wood, Bittaford..............................................................£148,500 This well presented two double bedroom park home is set in a stunning woodland location for the over 50s. The property is modern throughout, with two double bedrooms, including an en-suite master, good sized separate bathroom, large lounge with doors to a raised decked area and further seating and garden areas. Double glass doors lead onto the kitchen/diner with feature bay window, utility space and door to the side access. 01752 206040 | novahomes.co.uk | ivybridge@novahomes.co.uk

extensive driveway for four-five cars and a large lawned garden at the front. The established rear garden is lawned on two levels with plenty of shrubs and flowers, ideal for the keen gardener. A small patio area is directly in front of the patio doors. It is ideally located for local primary and secondary schools

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

01752 698707 | contactus@ rebeccataylorestateagent.co.uk

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

Primrose Close, Ivybridge Guide price: £169,950

An attractive three bedroom end of terrace home with corner plot gardens and close proximity to the town. EPC To Follow. 01752 895379 | maitlands.biz ivybridge@maitlands.biz

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

30_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:28 Page 30

Community

RANGERS Thank you - especially to our volunteers - says DNPA Community Ranger Ella Briens

We recently finished two days of important scrub clearance work on archaeological features - considered critically in need of clearing. This work included removing gorse, slashing and bruising bracken and exposing the features beneath using hand tools such as pruning saws, loppers and hazel sticks. This was labour intensive, but the results looked great, the weather was kind and we also enjoyed plenty of tea and biscuits to keep us going! We were working amongst prehistoric settlements on Wigford Down, near Cadover Bridge, and cleared two hut circles. Then, above Corringdon Ball, South Brent, we finished clearing a double stone row. These features now look prominent again in the surrounding landscape - brilliant! It was also refreshing to get out into the quieter areas of the moor, enjoy the amazing views from these locations and meet people that wanted to help Dartmoor. The sites were chosen in co-ordination with our National Park Authority Archaeologist Andy Crabb and the workforce included National Park and National Trust Volunteer Wardens and recruits that had answered our requests for help either from our web pages or local posters. We have a number of other sites that we would like to restore and are planning two further local work party days on the 22 and 23 November 2014. We also have other volunteering opportunities on our web pages. If you think you might like to give us a hand then call Ella 07711104546 or Andrea 07720509270 to find out more. If you are interested in finding out more about the Ranger service first hand, or think you may need their help please, contact them on: Ella â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 07711104546 / ebriens@dartmoor.gov.uk Andrea â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 07720509270 / aroberts@dartmoor.gov.uk 30

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

31_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:28 Page 31

Couple who now have no worries about providing for their disabled daughter ADVERTISING FEATURE

Plympton couple David and Janet Halifax have cared for their disabled daughter Emma ever since she was born 34 years ago. But with both David and Janet now retired and David suffering ongoing health problems, the couple knew they needed to ensure Emma was provided for in the future. David said: “We had been thinking about sorting out our wills for some time, but had never quite got round to it. Then a friend recommended us to David Richardson of Richardsons Legal Services. “He drew up special Wills for both Janet and I with a Disabled Trust in each Will. This ensures that if anything should happen to us, the Disabled Trust will provide funds for Emma which will be administered by the trustees, our older daughter Lisa and her husband Shaun. “The Disabled Trust also has the additional advantage that funds can be released to support

Emma, without affecting any state benefits she may be receiving,” he added. Janet said: “David Richardson could not have been more helpful. Nothing was too much trouble for him. He fully understood our situation, advised us of the best way forward and explained everything very clearly. He also provided us with a fixed price for the work involved, which meant there were no hidden extras.” Frustrated by the lack of activities for adults with learning

difficulties, David and Janet launched the All Stars Theatre Group 10 years ago. The group of adults aged between 20 and 60 plus meets regularly for rehearsals and perform at a variety of events each year, including two special theatre-based shows. They invited David Richardson and his partner Alison to their 10th anniversary show and David was so impressed that Richardsons Legal Services is now sponsoring the All Stars Theatre Group. David Richardson said: “The show was absolutely fantastic. Some of the members of the group have difficulty speaking, yet they danced and sang and told jokes. “The group is a very worthy cause and they have difficulty finding funding, despite the fact they have 200 adults with learning difficulties on their waiting list. I was delighted to offer my support and a share of our profits will now go to the group to help them provide this fantastic service and to continue to put on shows.”

MAKE A DIFFERENCE This year’s Health and Well Being Fair is titled ‘Make A Difference’ and has been extended in order to showcase more of Ivybridge’s groups and associations. As well as seeing the wealth of opportunities that are available in the town, you will also be able to get advice and maybe even sign up to volunteer. Confirmed attendees so far include Contact the Elderly, Good Night Baby, Devon Senior Voice, U3A Ivybridge, Bee Healthy Bee Beautiful, Forever Living, the Stroke Association and Ivybridge Caring. The Watermark are supporting the event by showing Pay it Forward in the afternoon. The film is based on the idea of repaying favours for others, thus developing a network of good deeds. The Health and Well Being “Make A Difference” Fair is on Wednesday, 22 October, 10am-7pm in the Library and 10am-1pm in Stowford Hall.

LEGAL DOCUMENT STORAGE

Wills, LPAs, Trusts, Bank and Investment details etc.

from £39/year

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

D 32_TIM_Oct14 Legal_The_Ivybridge_magazine 22/09/2014 00:00 Page 32

I don’t have a Lasting Power of Attorney, what can go wrong? by SELENA AYLETT LLB Wills & Trusts Expert

If you lose capacity and don't have a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) then... 1. Someone will apply to the Court of Protection to be given the power to make your decisions for you. This will involve Court and Legal fees as well as delays and enormous stress on your family. 2. The “person” who is appointed could be your Local Authority. 3. If there is a dispute, you will probably have to pay the large legal bills. 4. The person who is appointed as your Deputy will probably be subject to restrictions and there is a Supervision fee that you will have to pay. 5. If a professional deputy such as the Local Authority or a Solicitor are appointed, you will have to pay their fees. If you are afraid of creating an LPA, remember that it involves a chat, some advice and then just signing some forms, all over a cup of tea. Call me today, get the forms done, and get rid of the stress!

01752 710 470 info@keynotelegal.com www.keynotelegal.com

PROUD LAURA STUNNED BY AWARD An Ivybridge teacher who has worked tirelessly for a charity which aims to stamp out late detection of breast cancer after being diagnosed with and treated for the disease five years ago is the 2014 West Country’s Pride of Britain Fundraiser of the Year. Stowford teacher and CoppaFeel fundraiser Laura Plane was one of four inspirational regional fund raisers short-listed for the award. Wayne Sleep, who chose the winner, said that Laura had done so much and was giving as much back as possible whilst she was able to. Laura has raised almost £30,000 through running marathons, cycling events, charity balls and auctions, cake sales and football tournaments, all with the invaluable support of husband Jon. The pair are off to Peru later this month to trek Machu Picchu and more money for CoppaFeel. In addition to her charity work and her teaching, Laura is a “boobette”, an ambassador for the charity, visiting schools and businesses to promote the early detection of breast cancer by encouraging women to check themselves regularly. Seth Conway from ITV West Country surprised Laura at work to present her with the award. Laura said: “I am stunned and honoured. It was a real

Laura receives her award from ITV West Country’s Seth Conway

shock when the TV crew appeared in my classroom and the children were very excited! CoppaFeel do such an important job raising awareness about breast cancer and I am delighted to be part of their team.” Laura, along with the other 16 regional finalists, will head to London this month for the Pride of Britain Awards, where the national winner will be announced.

Can I really avoid nursing home fees?

ith increasing media attention being given to ‘Horror Stories’ about Inheritance Tax and nursing home fees, it is no wonder that Brits are becoming increasingly concerned about losing the assets they have worked hard for all their lives. Transferring your property to your children, placing the property in trust or creating a ‘family trust’ can sometimes be helpful, however in the majority of cases it could land you with a large tax bill, usually capital gains tax. It is important to remember that you lose all control over the property. For example, you

may transfer your property to a child only to find that they become bankrupt or divorced – if this happens your home may be sold as part of the bankruptcy or divorce. The regulations regarding nursing home fees are very broad. If your intention is to avoid nursing home fees, the local authority has the power to ignore the transfer or trust you have created. Given the above and the fact that the cost of setting up the unnecessary trust can run into thousands of pounds, it is vital that you take advice from a solicitor or accountant before

Combining traditional values with a modern approach, we are a well-established firm with experienced teams offering an efficient, friendly and professional service at competitive rates within our conveniently located offices within the town centre. Flexible working to suit your needs. All major credit and debit cards accepted

by Katherine Millman, of Howard & Over Solicitors entering into these schemes. Please be aware that solicitors cannot, under strict regulations, cold call you, only salesmen will. If in doubt you can check on the Law Society’s website. n Please contact Katherine Millman (a solicitor specialising in Wills, Probate and Powers of Attorney) at Howard & Over solicitors for further details.

Legal Services include: • Domestic, Agricultural and Commercial Conveyancing • Landlord and Tenant • Wills, Probate, Inheritance Tax Planning and Trusts • Lasting Powers of Attorney • Family and Matrimonial • Litigation • Debt Recovery • Partnership Disputes

Please call our offices or visit our website – www.kingsols.org.uk – for more information on how we can help you 24 Fore Street, Ivybridge PL21 9AB

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

33_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 19:23 Page 33

WILLS

PROBATE

IVYBRIDGE

FREE HOME VISITS

Peace of mind for you and your family Lasting Powers of Attorney Help when you need it most - without the stress and costs of a court hearing Selena Aylett was a solicitor & barrister for over 10 years*. After a successful career she now specialises in Protecting and Increasing Family Wealth through Wills, Powers of Attorney and Asset Protection. *S. Aylett no longer practices as a lawyer and therefore is not regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

• Fully Insured • Qualified Experts • Member of the Society of Will Writers

Call 01752 710 470 info@keynotelegal.com | www.keynotelegal.com Wills • Power of Attorney • Asset Protection | Protecting and Increasing Family Wealth facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

D 34_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 18:59 Page 34

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

on V NO an A y T wo rk

35_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 19:24 Page 35

ROOFLINE MAINTENANCE

Soffits | Fascias | Guttering

PVC-U WINDOWS & DOORS Fitting and Repair

DOES YOUR CHIMNEY NEED ATTENTION?

erty p o r p Your nds a h e f in sa Call us today!

Phone us now for a free, no obligation estimate or visit our website and see what we can do for you

www.wareandtare.co.uk

WARE & TARE 01752 896063 or 07769 974152 TRADING STANDARDS APPROVED

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

36_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 19:25 Page 36

Domestic AND Commercial Est 2004

CLEANING

Holiday let changeovers Full laundry and ironing service CONTACT Call Email Web Post

01364 73718 devoncleaning@hotmail.co.uk devoncleaningsouthhams.co.uk 10 Station Road, South Brent Devon TQ10 9BE

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

Domestic Cleaning in Ivybridge & surrounding areas

Regular or One-Off Cleaning After Builders & End of Tenancy Cleans We are a small, friendly, local company - reliable & conscientious with very high standards

Contact Lynn on 07742 640836 for all your domestic cleaning needs & also holiday changeover services

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

37_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:31 Page 37

Vote for PL:21 and help them win £500 The PL:21 Community Vegetable Garden Project has been shortlisted for a £500 award through the Skipton Building Society’s Grassroots Giving initiative, and they need your vote to help them win the money. PL:21, the local Transition initiative, has beaten off hundreds of other applicants to get this far, which shows that the project is recognised as having a positive impact on the local community. In order to receive the funding, the group need the public to vote for them. People have until October 15th to show their support for the project and to vote for it. If PL:21 receive the award, it will go towards wildflower seeds, weed barrier matting

7 VOTE NOW

www.skiptongrg.co.uk/ apply-for-funding/ whos-applying/south-w est/ pl21-transition-initiativ e/

AERIAL, TV & DVD ENGINEER INDEPENDENT LOCAL

AERIAL

TV ENGINEER

New aerials fitted · Freeview Set-up advice · Freesat Room extensions fitted

and the general development of the garden. The group hope to give Ivybridge a community garden to be proud of and that provides fruit and veg for us all to share.

equipment repair service

Call Richard on 01548 580377 / 07778 471300

PLASTERER

FOR QUALITY AND RELIABILITY

AUTUMN SERVICE

Bartlett

Plas ering Interior and exterior New build and renovation l All aspects of plastering covered l Insurance and grant work l l

HELP MAKE GLANVILLES MILL BEWITCHING!

For experience and a helpful, local service

Glanvilles Mill will be undergoing a spooktacular transformation this Halloween, and traders are asking children (and adults) to help complete this magic makeover. They need your help to make paper bats and toilet roll spiders to decorate the shopping mall. Templates and instructions are available from any shop in Glanvilles Mill. They are simple to make and lots of fun. Decorate them in your own style, take them along and possibly win a prize. (See page 20 for details of Halloween fun at Glanvilles Mill.)

Call (01752) 698149

KF Plastering Coving Plastering Rendering

PHONE FOR A FREE QUOTE

07951 475298 /

ROOFING

FREDDIE NURSE ROOFING Established 35 years CONTRACTORS SPECIALISING IN

Slate roofs|Flat roofs|Guttering Fascia|& much more

COUNCIL SERVICES ON THE GO

Council services are now available in the palm of your hand after the launch of a new mobile website by South Hams District Council. With more and more people choosing to access the council’s website using their smartphone, SHDC designed a new mobile version to make it easier and quicker to find services. There is no app to download, simply visit www.southhams. gov.uk using a smartphone. The new mobile site has colourful icons to allow people to select the top things they might like to access when out and about.

trade point

Call today for more details

01752 691233 / 07976 618075 /

WINDOW CLEANING

£10 Ozzies Window Cleaning

Mowerman REPAIRS NO

FUSS Mobile servicing and repair of all types NO ME SS WE COME of garden machinery, including: TO YOU Ride-on lawnmowers/tractors • Lawn MINIMAL mowers • Strimmers • Brushcutters DOWNTIME Chainsaws • Hedge trimmers • Small construction plant • and more...

T: 01752 895228 M: 07799 291403 www.mowerman.info

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

• Window frames/sills • Reach wash system • Domestic & Commercial • Office, shops, units, schools

Tel: 07720 743477

Ask for a free quote

ozzies_windowcleaning@hotmail.com

A BOX PER MONTH

T&Cs apply contact us for details. £10 rate applies to TP ads only

October 2014 The Ivybridge magazine

SPORT

38_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:32 Page 38

l youth badminton

New club

A NEW badminton club for children in school years 3-6 has started. Ivybridge Primary Badminton Club takes place on Mondays, between 4.30-5.30pm, in the Sportshall at Ivybridge CC. It costs just £2 per session. Ivybridge Junior Badminton Club (11-16 years olds) continues every Friday, 8-9.30pm, also at the community college î To find out more about either club, contact Jeanette Green on 07977 594820.

l volleyball

Get set up for volleyball

Ivybridge Volleyball Club, a satellite of Plymouth Mayflower Volleyball Club, meets every Thursday at Ivybridge Community College between 8-9.30pm. The club is suitable for young people aged 13+ and adults. î Find out more at pmvc.co.uk

l athletics

Send your sports news and reports to sport@theivybridgemagazine.co.uk

More accolades for successful rugby club l rugby

IVYBRIDGE RUGBY CLUB has followed up its success on the pitch last season with a rewarding summer off the field. The Club achieved Ruby Football Union (RFU) accreditation, a prestigious award that not only recognises what the club is achieving in terms of providing rugby opportunities for all age groups, but also enables the club to apply for RFU funding for future projects. The club was also one of the six in the whole country shortlisted for the RFU President’s Award for club management. Club chairman Jim Burns and president Alan Knight were invited to Twickenham for the day as a result, and, while Ivybridge didn’t emerge as overall winners, it was an extremely rewarding and productive experience in terms of taking the club forward. “After our highly successful season last season, we are really excited about making the most

Chairman Jim Burns (left) and president Alan Knight (second from right) receive the club’s accreditation from Devon officials

of our current opportunities to develop the club,” said Jim. “In addition to team success across the age groups, it was great to have management strategies recognised at the highest level. “For the first time, we started the season with a photo call for all players in the club (see opposite), and our new senior player sponsorship scheme is already off to a promising start.

l running

“We remain an amateur club and rely heavily on sponsorship and donations. We would really welcome interest and support from local companies and businesses that are keen to be involved with developing sporting opportunities for all ages within the community.” î pitchero.com/clubs/ivybridge/ or follow them on Twitter @IRFCRugby

Free beginners’ running group

Battershill wins gold

ERME VALLEY HARRIER athlete Will Battershill (inset) produced a brilliant performance at the Sainsbury’s School Games in Manchester to win gold in the 1500m Steeplechase for the South West team. Will broke his own personal best by three seconds and set a new championship record of 4.15.38, the 14th best time ever run by a UK under 17. Other Harriers’ athletes have been in good form. There were good performances at the Bridgwater Half Marathon by Alison McEwing, who was 1st lady (1.24.18), whilst Alison Thorn was 1st fv40 (1.30.30). At the Newton Abbot Ladies 10k, Cleo Andrews was 5th overall and 2nd fv40 (41.46), whilst Emma Lake was 8th and 3rd fv35 (43.05). At the Harriers own Hanger Up ‘n’ Down, a scenic but

SPORTS CLUB/TEAM REPORTS

Alison McEwing (no 471) and Alison Thorn (no 578) at the Bridgwater Half Marathon

challenging multi-terrain race covering around 12.8km of woodland and moorland paths, Tom Packer was 3rd (56.55) and Simon Swift 9th (62.07). The Cross Country season gets underway shortly, with races in Plymouth (12 October) and Newquay (9 November). î ermevalleyharriers.co.uk/

The Ivybridge magazine October 2014

HAVE YOU EVER wanted to try running, but thought it may be too hard? If so, why not go along to the new beginners’ running sessions on Mondays, starting off from the Leisure Centre at 9.30am. The group is aimed at encouraging new runners to take up recreational running, and will run until Christmas, with the possibility of it continuing depending on popularity. The sessions are free and will be led by qualified leaders from the Erme Valley Harriers Running Club in a friendly and supportive way. You can develop your running at your own pace and there is no pressure to come to every session. Minimum age is 16. î For more details contact Cleo Andrews on 01752 690437 or visit ermevalleyharriers.co.uk

Rugby & football FIXTURES Ivybridge RFC 1st XV Sat 4th: v Matson (Away) - L ....................3pm Sat 11th: v Camborne (Home) - L ..........3pm Sat 18th: v St Austell (Away) - L ..............3pm Sat 25th: v Thornbury (Home) - L ..........3pm Ivybridge Town FC 1st XI Sat 4th: v Camelford (Away) L..................3pm Wed 8th: v St Blazey (Away) L............7.30pm Sat 11th: v Stoke Gabriel (Home) L........3pm Tue 14th: v Torpoint Ath (Home) L ..7.30pm Wed 22nd: v Witheridge (Away) L ..7.30pm Sat 25th: v Elburton Villa (Away) L ........3pm Tue 28th: v Cullompton (Home) L....7.30pm Fri 31st: v Bodmin Town (Away) L ....7.30pm

facebook.com/theivybridgemagazine

twitter.com/ivybridgemag

39_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 20/09/2014 10:35 Page 39

Ivybridge RFC

2014-15

40_TIM_Oct14_The_Ivybridge_magazine 21/09/2014 23:00 Page 40

Get unlimited

bus travel between Plymouth and Ivybridge for only £9 per week! Jump aboard our Stagecoach Gold service or the X38 and pay just £9 for 7 days of unlimited travel between Plymouth and Ivybridge 1 week Plymouth

megarider just

£9!

START EARLY? So do we! Our first bus into Plymouth is 06.09 Mon-Fri and 06.11 on Saturdays

7 day Plymouth Megarider valid for unlimited travel between Ivybridge and Plymouth on Stagecoach South West Gold and X38 bus services only. Price liable to change without further notice.

Enjoy an evening out and get the bus home! From Mon-Sat our last bus leaves Royal Parade at 22.30

STAGECOACH GOLD buses run every half hour Mon-Sat and hourly on Sundays

SOUTH WEST 15:04