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SEPTEMBER 2015 | ISSUE 056

WHAT’S ON • Events diary • Films @ The Watermark • Activities @ the library

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RAINBOWS CLOWNING AROUND

Ivybridge Rainbows enjoyed all the fun of the circus at their annual sleepover. Twenty six girls took part in a circus-themed residential, with activities including making clown face biscuits, trying circus skills, designing a clown’s costume, pinning the nose on the clown and taking part in a circus treasure hunt. There are currently three Rainbows units in Ivybridge. For more information visit www.girlguiding.org.uk

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VJ Day ceremony

Photos returned

The Ivybridge branch of the Royal British Legion held a short Act of Remembrance at the town’s War Memorial to mark Victory in Japan Day on 15th August. Led by branch Padre Ken Bromage, the service remembered the many casualties of the conflict, both military and civilian. The service was attended by the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, branch members, and members of the public. The Last Post, played by young bugler Torin, and a two minute silence was observed, which was followed by a wreath laying by the Branch President David Davis.

In last month’s magazine, we published a set of lost photos in the hope of re-uniting them with their owner. The Ivybridge magazine is delighted to report that, within a couple of days of the magazine coming out, we were contacted by family of the people in the photos, and the full set of photos have been returned.

New community forum A centralised support, advice and advocacy service is being launched by Ivybridge Library this month. The weekly dropin sessions, between 10am-12pm, start on Wednesday, 9th September. See page 10 for more. BECOME A HEDGEHOG CHAMPION - SEE PAGE 25

Town councillor needed A councillor to represent the lvybridge East Ward on the town council is being sought. After no request for an election was received following the formal notice of the vacancy, any eligible resident interested in standing for the council, for the period to end April 2019, is invited to write, or email, the Town Clerk completing the form available on the council’s website outlining why they want to serve. The information must be submitted by Friday, 4th September, with those expressing an interest invited to attend the full council meeting on 14th September when a decision will be made. î Full details on eligibility and application form can be found at www.ivybridge.gov.uk

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THE GREAT WAR 1914-1918 RECOUNTING LIFE IN THE TOWN O OO REMEMBERING THE FALLEN

Their last days at primary school provided a range of unforgettable experiences for the Year 6 pupils at Manor Primary. They enjoyed a leavers’ disco, a camp night and a trip to Woodlands Adventure Park, rounding everything off with a nostalgic assembly for parents, pupils and staff.

any men volunteered for service soon after the war was declared. For example, by April 1915, of the 66 men living in Aveton Gifford eligible for military service, 60 had enlisted. Yet the image of every fit man in the country joining up in order to get a taste of adventure in a war that would be done and dusted by Christmas, is largely mythical. It was soon apparent that not enough fit young men were coming forward. Joint Parliamentary Recruitment Committees were formed and given the responsibility of ensuring Kitchener got enough recruits to fill his New Army battalions. By November 1914, the number of Devonshire men who had enlisted was approximately half of the national average (4.7% compared to 10.2%). Opposition to recruitment came from the trade unions and the Independent Labour Party. It was also opposed by some nonconformist clergy. The Church of England passionately supported recruitment drives and urged men to join up. The Lord Lieutenant of Devon, Earl Fortescue, put the blame for resisting the call to arms onto Devon’s farmers. There may have been some truth in Fortescue’s criticism, for rural recruitment was lower than that from urban areas at a national level. Also, the declaration of war

during the summer harvest meant there was certainly no rush to war by those engaged in agriculture. In 1915, Lord Lieutenant Fortescue began to publish the recruitment figures in local newspapers, perhaps in an effort to shame men into enlistment. The South Devon and Kingsbridge Gazette pointed out that “... British pluck was the same now as it was 100 years ago”, and there was no suggestion that Devon ‘pluck’ should be any less than average. According to the Dartmoor National Park archives, the picture above shows men of the 3rd (Special Reserve) Battalion departing from Bovey Tracey Town Hall during their recruiting march in 1915. The march through south Devon took four days and brought in just 56 new recruits. The 40 soldiers, including a band, were led by Lieutenant GSM Larder who had been wounded in action. They were billeted in South Brent one night and the next day marched to Kingsbridge by a circuitous route, stopping along the way for speeches and refreshments. They left Bittaford at 0920 bound for Ivybridge, Modbury and Salcombe, reaching the latter at 1630. At 1900 the troops reached Kingsbridge where they were joined by soldiers of the 10th King’s Own Regiment who were stationed in the town. Supper was given at the King’s Arms, Kingsbridge.

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A second bank is closing it’s Ivybridge town centre branch this autumn, with the announcement by Barclays that its Fore Street branch will close in November. Barclays said the decision had been made in response to ‘changing customer behaviour’, such as the increasing use of telephone and online banking, but that it had not taken the “difficult decision” lightly. The closure will mean the town loses one of its few cash point machines. Natwest announced earlier this year that its branch, at 62 Fore Street, will close at the end of September.

Nominations are being sought for the prestigious David Britton Citizen of the Year and Nick Cummins Community Group of the Year Awards 2015. The awards recognise individuals and groups whom the town council feel have made a difference through their involvement in the town. Criteria includes those who solely volunteer within the community; as in previous years, the award does cover people living outside the town although they must have provided a service valued by people in Ivybridge. To nominate a person or group, write to Ivybridge Town Council, Erme Court, Leonards Road, Ivybridge, PL21 0SZ, or email the susanhocking@ivybridge.gov.uk, giving full details of name/group, address and reasons why they should be considered. Entries must be received by Friday, 16th October, 2015.

Fashion show date Friends of Erme Primary School is organising a Fashion Show and Sale on Friday, 16th October, at The Erme Primary School. See October’s magazine for more.

New recycling centre given go-ahead A new £3.7 million recycling centre is set to open in Ivybridge at the end of next year. The new centre will be located on the opposite side to the current facility on the slip-road off the A38 Westover junction. The budget for scheme, which gained planning permission last November, was approved by Devon County Council’s cabinet. Councillors were told that the existing centre is not big enough for the growing local population, including the nearby Sherford development, that it causes queuing on adjoining roads, and

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MORE CHANCES TO BE CRAFTY New workshops at The Watermark cafe start this month for Ivybridge Crafters. The group will be holding Wednesday morning weekly workshops from 9th September, and from Thursday 24th there will be a fortnightly evening workshop between 7-9pm. The new workshops are in addition to the popular workshop at Endsleigh terrace cafe every Friday morning. n Wednesdays 10am-12pm – The Watermark cafe: 9th: Book folding hedgehogs and mice 16th: MDF shapes 23rd: Indian summer suncatcher 30th: Button bouquets £5 per person n Thursday 7-9pm – The Watermark cafe: 24th: Book folding Bird cage £10 per person n Fridays 10am-12pm – Endsleigh terrace cafe 4th: Steam punk Jewellery 11th: Dragon eyes and mystical jewellery 18th: Handmade beads 25th: Nail varnish Flowers £5 per person All workshops are bookable, with a maximum of 10 people per workshop. All materials are supplied and refreshments available at the cafe for additional cost. FIND OUT MORE: Call/text Jenny Pearce on 07753 480423 or follow on Facebook and Twitter.

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The cast of Ivybridge Theatre Company’s summer production Cards on the Table

clubs& groups GROUP CELEBRATES FIFTH BIRTHDAY A talk by Ann Widdecombe will be the highlight of this month’s fifth birthday celebrations of Ivybridge U3A. The writer and combative former Conservative MP will be the star attraction at the group’s September General Meeting at The Watermark on Monday, 21st September, starting 2pm. The group will be celebrating the success of the organisation, which now has 350 members and 30 different interest groups. FIND OUT MORE: Telephone 01752 892772, email ivybridge.u3a@gmail.com or visit www.ivybridge-u3a.org.uk

SUCCESSFUL SHOW Ivybridge Theatre Company’s summer production, Agatha Christie’s Cards on the Table was successfully staged last month at The Watermark, playing to over 160 people. It was a typical ‘whodunnit’ with

suspicious characters, drama, tension and mystery as well as some possible red herrings. There were many twists and turns which kept the audience guessing until the very end, when the murderer was revealed by the Superintendent who laid his ‘cards on the table’. Did you manage to solve the murder?! ITC is now planning its next production, look out for details in future issues of The Ivybridge magazine. ITC meet at Chapel Place, Fore Street, every Wednesday at 7.30pm. If you are interested in performing arts or even helping back-stage, for example making costumes or props, lighting and sound, the company would love to hear from you! Annual membership is £15 for over 16s. FIND OUT MORE: Contact Ron Davis on 01752 893308 or visit ivybridgetheatrecompany.co.uk

EVENTS CONFIRMED There was a gratifying turnout of members at the traditionally quiet August meeting of Ivybridge Probus Club. Prior to the meeting, a caucus of members under the President’s leadership finalised details for the club’s visit to Paris this month, which will include three nights in a luxury hotel on the left bank. After a pleasant lunch at the

Smithaleigh Hotel, President Michael Bailey asked for an update from those members who were organising events. Past President Howard announced a quiz night for late September, and with his speaker secretary hat on confirmed a return visit by Peter Brookes to complete his talk on ““Egyptian Stone Masonry Mysteries – Part 2” for the September meeting. Michael Holman confirmed a rerun of the popular Probus golfing day in early October at the recently rejuvenated Wrangaton Golf Club. Events secretary Peter Corke confirmed a previous announcement that arrangements had been finalised for the Ladies’ Christmas lunch at Elizabeth House in Plympton. The president asked if other members had any suggestions, to which a member recounted a recent fishing trip made off Plymouth Sound and asked if any members would be interested in making a party. Details will be available at the next meeting. FIND OUT MORE: Contact secretary Bob Mailing on 01752 892255

Send us your club’s report We’d be happy to include a report from your club orgroup in future issues. See page three for when and where to send them.

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EPIC STORY RETOLD DOG FUN DAY Wet noses and waggy tails are in order for a special dog-themed fun day this month. The Donkey Sanctuary, Filham Park, is holding a dog fun day on Saturday, 5th September, from 10am-2pm. Pooches will parade in the ring, take on the agility course and line up for the many competitions including most handsome dog, waggiest tail and best puppy. There will also be stalls, tombola and refreshments to enjoy. Entry is free, as too is parking. For more information, call Ivybridge donkey centre on 01752 690200.

The Battle Of Britain At 75, showing at The Watermark on Sunday, 20th September, (from 2.30pm) tells the epic story of the greatest aerial conflict of the Second World War. This cinema experience comes from Biggin Hill, the most iconic of Britain’s fighter stations. BBC Radio 2’s Dermot O’Leary and Jeremy Vine will be joined by the BBC Concert Orchestra and musicians from across the armed forces as they share untold stories from the battle. Rare archive footage from the conflict, modern day RAF personnel, guest singers and a cast of actors will bring those stories to life as we remember the men and women who lost

What’s On in September their lives 75 years ago. A 30 minute programme – exclusive to cinemas – will include a close-up tour of a Spitfire and veteran fighter pilots recounting their memories of the Battle Of Britain. Tickets are £12/£10. You can also come along beforehand and enjoy a two course roast dinner prior to the performance for just £7.50.

Ivybridge Friends of Children's Hospice South West will be holding their fifth September Song at St. Austin’s Priory on Friday, 11th September, at 7.30 pm. Three’s a Chord will be singing songs from the shows, and Modbury Ukulele Band (Uke ‘n Sing) will also perform. There will be a raffle, and drinks will be available. All the money raised will go to CHSW. Tickets are £5 from Maggy on 698041 or on the door. There is ample parking at the Priory.

FUN AT THE FARM There will be fun at the farm and auction of promises at Pennywell Farm & Wildlife Centre, Buckfastleigh, in aid of Ivybridge Youth for Christ at the beginning of October. The evening, on Friday, 2nd October, starts at 7pm and will include ferret and pig racing, tractor rides and auction. Entry is £2 for adults, £1 for child (up to 16), with a family ticket £5. IvYFC would welcome donations of auction items and promises. To find out more, call 898546 or email ivybridge@yfc.co.uk

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Erme Watercolour Group Exhibition The Atrium, The Watermark from 5th September until 31st October. Tuesday 1st September Royal British Legion Pop In. 10am-1pm, The Watermark. Information, advice and guidance. Details: 0808 802 8080 / www.britishlegion.org.uk Meet @ ‘The Mill’ The Famous Lee Mill, 10.30am-12pm. Come with friends or on your own for chat and company. Details: 01752 691100. 5th Ivybridge Rainbows. 5-6pm Ivybridge Scout and Guide Hall, Victoria Park. Ages 5-7. Details: ivybridgerainbows@live.co.uk Ivybridge Community Choir. 7.30-9.30pm. People of any ability welcome. Details: 01626 870107. Ivybridge Probus Club. 12pm. Smithaleigh Hotel. Details: 01752 892255. See page 6. Lunches at Chewsdays. Ivybridge Methodist Church Cafe, 12.30-2pm. Table service, varied menu and very reasonable prices. Details: 01752 893812 / bmercy.matthews @homecall.co.uk Wednesday 2nd September Ivybridge Memory Café. 2-4pm. The Sportsman’s Inn. This week includes a sing-a-long led by Colin, the memory café co-ordinator.

FILM @ The Watermark – Far From The Madding Crowd 2pm & 7.30pm. See film listing - page 10. Thursday 3rd September Wright Group Coffee Morning. 10.30am-12noon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Everyone welcome! Credit Union. 9.30am-12noon. Ivybridge Library. Knit & Natter 2.30-4pm, The Famous Lee Mill. Join judith every Thursday - book your FREE space now, 01752 691100. “The Architect Edmund H Sedding and his Devon Churches” illustrated talk. 7pm. Devon Rural Archive, Shilstone. £5. Book by email abi@dra.uk.net or 01548 830832. 1st Ivybridge Rainbows. 5-6pm St John’s Church Hall, Blachford Road. Ages 5-7. Details: firstivyrainbows @live.co.uk LIVE@ The Watermark – Beaux Stratagem. Live by Satellite from NT. See film listing on page 10. Friday 4th September Ivybridge Country Market. 9.3011.30am. Scout hut next to the leisure centre. Details: 01752 893211. Green Pastures coffee bar with lots of toys. Bittaford Methodist Church. 10am-noon. Lee Mill Toddlers Together. 10am -12noon. For 0-5 year olds and

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Sunday 6th September Dart 10K. Stunning swim down the River Dart. From 10.30am. Monday 7th September South Hams Citizens Advice Bureau. 10am-1pm. Drop- in at The Watermark or call 08444 111 444.

Calendar parents/carers. £1/session. Lee Mill Church Hall. Details: 07971 435728. 2nd Ivybridge Rainbows. 3.455pm. St John’s Church Hall, Blachford Road. Ages 5-7. Details: secondivyrainbows@outlook.com Youth Leisure Night @ Ivybridge Leisure Centre. 7.30-9.30pm. First session is free! Then only £2. FILM @ The Watermark – Far From The Madding Crowd 7.30pm. See film listing on page 10. Saturday 5th September Ugborough Sustainable Saturdays. 10am-12noon, Ugborough Village Hall. Locally produced foods, crafts and Café. Art Exhibition launch 10am- 12pm, The Watermark. See page 9. Adoption Information Morning. 10am-12noon. Southgate Court, Buckfast. See page 10. Ivybridge Dog Fun Day. 10am2pm, Ivybridge Donkey Sanctuary. See page 9.

Tuesday 8th September Meet @ ‘The Mill’ The Famous Lee Mill, 10.30am-12pm. Come with friends or on your own for chat and company. Details: 01752 691100. Lunches at Chewsdays. Ivybridge Methodist Church Cafe, 12.30-2pm. Table service, varied menu and very reasonable prices. Details: 01752 893812 / bmercy.matthews @homecall.co.uk 5th Ivybridge Rainbows. 5-6pm Ivybridge Scout and Guide Hall, Victoria Park. Ages 5-7. Details: ivybridgerainbows@live.co.uk Ivybridge Community Choir. 7.30-9.30pm. People of any ability are welcome. Details: 01626 870107. Wednesday 9th September LIVE @ The Watermark – How To Change The World & LIVE panel discussion supported by Greenpeace. See film listing on page 10.

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Thursday 10th September Wright Group Coffee Morning. 10.30am-12noon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Everyone welcome! Credit Union. 9.30am-12noon. Ivybridge Library. Action on Hearing Loss Clinic. 24pm, Ivybridge Library. Knit & Natter 2.30-4pm, The Famous Lee Mill. Join judith every Thursday - book your FREE space now, 01752 691100. 1st Ivybridge Rainbows. 5-6pm St John’s Church Hall, Blachford Road. Ages 5-7. Details: firstivyrainbows @live.co.uk FILM @ The Watermark – A Little Chaos [12A] See film listing - p 10. Friday 11th September Ivybridge Country Market. 9.3011.30am. Scout hut next to the leisure centre. Details: 01752 893211. Green Pastures coffee bar with lots of toys. Bittaford Methodist Church. 10am-noon. Lee Mill Toddlers Together. 10am -12noon. For 0-5 year olds and parents/carers. £1/session. Lee Mill Church Hall. Details: 07971 435728. 2nd Ivybridge Rainbows. 3.455pm. St John’s Church Hall, Blachford Road. Ages 5-7. Details: secondivyrainbows@outlook.com

September Song. St. Austin’s Priory, 7.30 pm. See page 9. Youth Leisure Night @ Ivybridge Leisure Centre. 7.30-9.30pm. First session is free! Then only £2. FILM @ The Watermark – A Royal Night Out See film listing on p 10. Saturday 12th September Ermington Sustainable Saturday. 10am-12noon, Ermington Reading Rooms. Local food, crafts and Café. Monday 14th September South Hams Citizens Advice Bureau. 10am-1pm. Drop- in at The Watermark or call 08444 111 444. Ivybridge Flower Club. 7.30pm. The Watermark. Details: janetweston587@gmail.com Full Ivybridge Town Council Meeting. 7pm, The Watermark. Planning & Infrastructure Committee. 6pm, Town Hall. Tuesday 15th September Meet @ ‘The Mill’ The Famous Lee Mill, 10.30am-12pm. Come with friends or on your own for chat and company. Details: 01752 691100. Lunches at Chewsdays. Ivybridge Methodist Church Cafe, 12.30-2pm. Table service, varied menu and very reasonable prices. Details: 01752 893812 / bmercy.matthews @homecall.co.uk

5th Ivybridge Rainbows. 5-6pm Ivybridge Scout and Guide Hall, Victoria Park. Ages 5-7. Details: ivybridgerainbows@live.co.uk Ivybridge Community Choir. 7.30-9.30pm. People of any ability welcome. Details: 01626 870107. Guided Tour of Shilstone House and Grounds. 2pm. £15 to include the tea. Booking essential - abi@ dra.uk.net / 01548 830832. Wednesday 16th September One day pencil and watercolour workshop. 10am-4pm. Ivybridge Town Hall. £40. Spaces limited. Details/book: 01752 893852. Ivybridge Memory Café. 2-4pm. The Sportsman’s Inn. This week, Len Jackman will provide the entertainment. FILM @ The Watermark – A Little Chaos See film listing on page 10. FILM @ The Watermark – Fast and Furious 7 See film listing - p10. Thursday 17th September Wright Group Coffee Morning. 10.30am-12noon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Everyone welcome! Credit Union. 9.30am-12noon. Ivybridge Library. Knit & Natter 2.30-4pm, The Famous Lee Mill. Join judith every Thursday - book your FREE space now, 01752 691100.

1st Ivybridge Rainbows. 5-6pm St John’s Church Hall, Blachford Road. Ages 5-7. Details: firstivyrainbows @live.co.uk LIVE @ The Watermark – The Rocky Horror Show Live See film listing on page 10. Friday 18th September Ivybridge Country Market. 9.3011.30am. Scout hut next to the leisure centre. Details: 01752 893211. Green Pastures coffee bar with lots of toys. Bittaford Methodist Church. 10am-noon. Lee Mill Toddlers Together. 10am -12noon. For 0-5 year olds and parents/carers. £1 per session. Lee Mill Church Hall. Details: 07971 435728. 2nd Ivybridge Rainbows. 3.455pm. St John’s Church Hall, Blachford Road. Ages 5-7. Details: secondivyrainbows@outlook.com Youth Leisure Night @ Ivybridge Leisure Centre. 7.30-9.30pm. First session is free! Then only £2. Ivybridge Business Breakfast. 8.30-10am. The Watermark. £8 to include breakfast and guest speaker. Details: www.swdevon businessnetworking.org.uk FILM PREMIERE @ The Watermark – Dartmoor Killing with Q&A session. See film listing on page 10.

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Saturday 19th September Ugborough Sustainable Saturdays. 10am-12noon, Ugborough Village Hall. Local food, crafts and Café. Sunday 20th September Burgh Island Swim. 10.30am. Details: email. chestnut.events @nhs.net / 01752 792736. FILM @ The Watermark – The Battle of Britain at 75 2.30pm. (Preorder your Sunday lunch to enjoy before the show, two courses for just £7.50) See film listing on page 10. Monday 21st September South Hams Citizens Advice Bureau. 10am-1pm. Drop- in at The Watermark or call 08444 111 444. U3A Monthly General Meeting. 24pm. The Watermark. See page 6. Tuesday 22nd September Meet @ ‘The Mill’ The Famous Lee Mill, 10.30am-12pm. Come with friends or on your own for chat and company. Details: 01752 691100. Lunches at Chewsdays. Ivybridge Methodist Church Cafe, 12.30-2pm. Table service, varied menu and very reasonable prices. Details: 01752 893812 / bmercy.matthews @homecall.co.uk 5th B Ivybridge Rainbows. 5-6pm Ivybridge Scout and Guide Hall,

Victoria Park. Ages 5-7. Details: ivybridgerainbows@live.co.uk Ivybridge Community Choir. 7.30-9.30pm. People of any ability welcome. Details: 01626 870107. Wednesday 23rd September FILM @ The Watermark – Dartmoor Killing See film listing on page 10. FILM @ The Watermark – The Age of Adaline See film listing page10. Thursday 24th September Wright Group Coffee Morning. 10.30am-12noon. The Sportsman’s Inn. Everyone welcome! Credit Union. 9.30am-12noon. Ivybridge Library. Knit & Natter 2.30-4pm, The Famous Lee Mill. Join judith every Thursday - book your FREE space now, 01752 691100. 1st Ivybridge Rainbows. 5-6pm St John’s Church Hall, Blachford Road. Ages 5-7. Details: firstivyrainbows @live.co.uk FILM @ The Watermark – The Age of Adaline [12A] 113mins. 2pm. See film listing on page 10. LIVE @ The Watermark – William Shakespeare’s Coriolanus NT LIVE ENCORE. 7pm. See film listing p10. Friday 25th September Ivybridge Country Market. 9.3011.30am. Scout hut next to leisure

Centre. Details: 01752 893211. Green Pastures coffee bar with lots of toys. Bittaford Methodist Church. 10am-noon. Lee Mill Toddlers Together. 10am -12noon. For 0-5 year olds and parents/carers. £1/session. Lee Mill Church Hall. Details: 07971 435728. 2nd Ivybridge Rainbows. 3.455pm. St John’s Church Hall, Blachford Road. Ages 5-7. Details: secondivyrainbows@outlook.com Youth Leisure Night @ Ivybridge Leisure Centre. 7.30-9.30pm. First session is free! Then only £2. FILM @ The Watermark – Pitch Perfect 2 [12A] 115mins. 7.30pm. See film listing on page 10. Saturday 26th September Farmers’ Market. 9am- 1pm. Glanville’s Mill, Ivybridge. Fairtrade meeting. Wesley Cafe, Ivybridge Mehtodist Church. From 10.30am. All welcome. Ermington Sustainable Saturday. 10am-12noon, Ermington Reading Rooms. Local food, crafts and Café. Monday 28th September South Hams Citizens Advice Bureau. 10am-1pm. Drop- in at The Watermark or call 08444 111 444. Ivybridge Town Council Planning & Infrastructure Committee. 6pm, Ivybridge Town Hall.

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Town Council Parks and Open Spaces Committee Meeting. 7pm, Ivybridge Town Hall. Tuesday 29th September Meet @ ‘The Mill’ The Famous Lee Mill, 10.30am-12pm. Come with friends or on your own for chat and company. Details: 01752 691100. Lunches at Chewsdays. Ivybridge Methodist Church Cafe, 12.30-2pm. Table service, varied menu and very reasonable prices. Details: 01752 893812 / bmercy.matthews @homecall.co.uk 5th Ivybridge Rainbows. 5-6pm Ivybridge Scout and Guide Hall, Victoria Park. Ages 5-7. Details: ivybridgerainbows@live.co.uk Ivybridge Community Choir. 7.30-9.30pm. People of any ability welcome. Details: 01626 870107. Wednesday 30th September Ivybridge Memory Café. 2-4pm. The Sportsman’s Inn. FILM @ The Watermark – Man Up [15] 2pm & 7.30pm. See film listing on page 10.

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Live Satellite Events There are many varied live screenings heading to Ivybridge in September including Beaux Stratagem Live from the National Theatre on 3 September and How To Change The World with a Live Q & A Session on 9 September. There is another chance to see Coriolanus from the National Theatre on 24 September and Last Night of the Proms on 12 September.

On 17 September Richard O’Brien returns with The Rocky Horror Show Live, join in the time warp and watch this one night only exclusive performance of this timeless and ever popular musical extravaganza.

On Sunday 20 September 2.30pm, see The Battle of Britain 75 Encore Screening from Biggin Hill. Join Dermot O’Leary, Jeremy Vine, the BBC Concert Orchestra and armed forces musicians as they share untold stories from the battle. Rare archive footage from the conflict and a 30 minute programme exclusive to cinemas will re-live memories of the Battle Of Britain. Tickets are £12/£10. A two course roast dinner prior to the performance is on offer for just £7.50.

bringing with him his Hoe Down Band and top Austrian fiddle player David Lee. Ben’s lightening fingers will make this a truly foot tapping extravaganza. Tickets on sale now at £15.

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Dartmoor Killing On Friday 18 September The Watermark has been chosen to host a premier night showing of Dartmoor Killing, a locally filmed psychological thriller starring Callum Blue and David Hayman. Some cast and crew members will be making an appearance to host a Q&A session including the director and co-writer Peter Nicholson and supporting actress Victoria Lucie originally of Sparkwell.

Ben Waters The talented Ben Waters returns to Ivybridge on 26 September. Known for playing alongside such legends as Charlie Watts, Jools Holland, Ray Davies, Shakin’ Stevens he will be

Bingo returns to the Watermark every Thursday 7.30pm, eyes down at 8pm. Ivybridge Bingo & Social Club, a friendly bunch established for 34 years and playing bingo since 2002, host the evening of Bingo with cash prizes, everyone over the age of 18 welcome.

Mused Mused are a Midlands based tribute act who provide an authentic concert experience and will be performing Muse favourites at The Watermark on Friday 2 October, including Supremacy, Hysteria, Uprising, Starlight, Feeling Good and many more. From the moment the show opens

to the encore you will believe you are listening to and watching Muse themselves! Advance tickets on sale now for £14.

Richard Digance Richard Digance is still one of Britain’s top comedians and folk singers; he is also an accomplished artist and will be exhibiting his paintings at The Watermark on Saturday 3 October from 1pm. With an opportunity to meet the artist from 5pm until the start of his concert at 8pm. Concert tickets are on sale now for £15 or £13 concessions.

Christmas and New Year Bookings are now being taken for The Watermark shared Christmas Parties on Friday 11 & Saturday 12 December. The party starts at 7pm and includes a welcome drink, hot buffet, raffle & disco for just £20. Also on offer is a shared Christmas Lunch on Friday 18 December at 1pm and includes a welcome drink, traditional 2 course Christmas dinner and coffee for just £16. And don’t miss the Family New Year’s eve party, suitable for all ages, an evening of food, fun, dancing, Big Ben live via satellite and a toast at midnight for just £20 per adult and £5 for children.

Invitation from Town Mayor, councillor Dave Gray-Taylor 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. And, of course, we will 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 had a wonderful local singer and our young pianist who provided entertainment, so if you have some talents (we will happily give you a Christmas lunch!) then 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 18

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speak with either Julie or Lesley (or pop 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, Dave Gray-Taylor

Ivybridge Christmas Festival 2015 Ivybridge Christmas Festival begins on the evening of Friday, 27th November, featuring exciting attractions for all ages, including the special parade with Santa and his crew of elves on their little express train, donkeys from the Ivybridge Sanctuary, the dazzling Christmas lights switchon, festive stalls, plenty of

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entertainment, music and refreshments. The Town Council would be pleased to receive offers of help on the evening from volunteers, particularly anyone with Chapter 8 training and experience of managing traffic at community events. If you would like to volunteer, please contact the Town Council on 01752 893815 or email

juliegilbert@ivybridge.gov.uk. The Festival resumes the following day, Saturday, 28th November, with Santa’s Grotto and other activities on offer. There will be an opportunity to pick up some Christmas gifts in and around the town and enjoy other festivities taking place at The Watermark. Please look out for the November issue of The Ivybridge magazine for more details.

Contact the town council Town Hall, Erme Court, Leonards Road, Ivybridge PL21 0SZ T: (01752) 893815 E: townclerk@ivybridge.gov.uk

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A critical discussion that can protect your family help towards funeral costs (approximate costs For example, if you have children with a This month I’d like to touch on a subject that ,cremation £3,000, burial £5,000). Parents are previous partner and then remarry but do not we are all aware is a potential need and most potentially entitled to Widow’s parents know the basics, however it’s not a subject that have any further children, on death the allowance that again is dependant on NI trustees may feel the children and your ex we like to dwell upon and is often on people’s contributions being made and is paid whilst partner have a greater need for the funds that ‘to do list’. Discussing life insurance isn’t the eligible for child benefit. The maximum that nicest conversation as none of us want to think your present partner. This is often unknown can be claimed is £112.50 per week. and whilst it is a valuable benefit it should not about our own mortality but it is one I feel necessarily be your only protection. passionate about. It is a conversation that can So let’s imagine that your partner dies, you potentially protect your family. Sometimes have a child, you’ll potentially receive £487.50 ‘It won’t pay out’ – Insurance/assurance in clients think ‘it’ll never happen to me’,’I have general has had bad press, however, companies per month. (If your partner paid National death in service’, ‘it won’t pay out’, ‘it’s too are now heavily regulated and will advertise the insurance) I am sorry to play devil’s advocate expensive’ or ‘the state will look after me’. but ask yourself what bills will this pay? percentage of successful claims they pay-out. Usually this figure is in the high nineties. I’d like to take this opportunity to look at Sometimes clients come to me with existing Insurance companies will either underwrite the these thoughts on an individual basis. policies that they have taken out with another policy at the point of sale or on the claim. If adviser/company and have no idea why they ‘It’ll never happen to me’ – When I started they underwrite at point of sale they accept have the plan, sum assured or when it’ll pay financial advising many years ago I had to you there and then, if they underwrite at claim out. During my career I have seen five people observe another adviser for a training period. you will have to keep them informed of any who were paying into critical illness plans During this time we met with a young father change in your or your next of kin’s (parents & unaware that during their ill health could have who when asked if he had any life insurance siblings) health throughout the policy term. claimed! Thankfully after our meeting we put in place, he stated ‘ I don’t have any, it won’t Please check with the plan you have. in the claim and they were paid out a sum happen to me’. The adviser looked at the man that in several cases cleared the debts and asked him to remove his shirt, the client incurred whilst they were ill. looked, I was also struggling with his request “Discussing life insurance isn’t but remained silent, the client eventually When I meet with my clients, we assess what the nicest conversation... but it is asked ‘why?’. The adviser looked and said cover they may already have in place and then one I feel passionate about. It is a ‘seeing you’re invincible I’d love to see your calculate exactly how much they may need. conversation that can potentially Superman top’. Whilst this may be rather We look at what income/benefit will be lost and protect your family.” extreme way to get a point across death whilst nothing can replace the person , what unfortunately we know is guaranteed, it’s just they would need to keep their life constant? ‘It’s too expensive’ – Often this is the true that we don’t know when it will happen. Some may lose a partners company car, home reason people don’t look into insurance. In a According to Scottish Widows the average age (if dependant on the job i.e. Forces or tied recent survey, people on average thought the of female life assured claim is 58 and the cottage) may have to pay for child care or monthly premium would be up to four times average age of male claim is 59. may lose some of their existing benefits as no the actual cost. Until recently (December 2012) longer eligible to claim working tax credits. ‘I have death in service (DIS)’ – This is a due to men not going to the doctor (‘never had The list is endless and individual to each client wonderful benefit from your employer, its a day off sick in my life’) and ignoring illness, and I would stress to each client to seek often linked to a company pension scheme and historically passing away younger than and is linked to your basic salary and paid if ladies, male life insurance premiums were often advice so if the time comes you have the correct cover in place. you die whilst on the company payroll, more expensive than ladies. However, now, due regardless of whether you die at work or I am aware this article has been rather hard to EU regulation (EU Gender Directive), the male socially. (When I started work I though I had reading this month and I thank you for and females pricing structure has been brought to die on the premises!) getting this far, but before I leave you please in line. Thus meaning some premiums have can I ask something of you? This benefit is extremely beneficial to a family, actually reduced! however it does have its limitations. The cover Please, if you have a policy, take it out of the ‘The state will look after me’ – In some is often based on your basic salary so if your cupboard, the box under the bed and read it, respects they will help out, whether or not income also regularly includes totally understand the cover. Find out exactly they’ll keep you in the standard you’ve commission/overtime what your family would when it’ll pay out, any exclusions and if you become accustomed to maybe something receive (2,3,4 times your annual basic salary) must keep the company up to date with any rather different. The state will pay a weekly may therefore be lower than you actually need. Bereavement Allowance (previously Widows changes in your health. Has anything changed since you took out the plan, job, The cover is only in place whilst you are on Pension) to the husband, wife or civil partner the company payroll, so if you are ill and the depending on their age and national insurance children, debt? company decide to medically retire you premiums paid on death, the amount varies If you don’t have a policy, be completely rather than pay sick pay, the death in service from £33.77 for a 45 year old to £112.55 for a honest with yourself, is it because of one of the will cease. As you have retired due to sickness 55 year old. You may also be entitled to claim reasons I’ve listen above or something different the possibility you’ll be able to apply for a one off Bereavement payment of £2,000 to altogether? Then I ask you to think of the additional life cover is rather remote and potential problems your family could face if would be expensive! It is also the family’s income stopped yesterday, discretional, as we’ve seen in the past where will the money come from? company pension schemes change What is your backup plan? and the benefit can be reduced or I am awfully sorry if this is withdrawn at anytime. uncomfortable but if I can help The final and possibly the most save one family from the potential important element to DIS is that as problems caused if they were put in it is often linked to your pension it this position then this harsh article will go into a discretionary trust. has been worth it. This means its down to your pension 01752 201 221 || 07830 605 726 Thank you so much for reading trustees to determine who should and if you’d like me to discuss qualify for this benefit. 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Award-winning consultant set to expand groups I have been a Slimming World consultant based in Ivybridge for the last five years and through my natural understanding and empathy have instilled confidence in hundreds of local ladies, gentlemen, pregnant ladies, folk with health issues such as diabetes and young slimmers, supporting them toward a healthier lifestyle and losing weight in the process. With the latest government figures revealing that two thirds of the population are now over weight or obese, the need to open another group in Ivybridge has never been more important. Obesity is becoming such a huge issue across the UK. When I first joined Slimming World as a member, I never dreamed that I would end up helping other people to lose weight. It’s a privilege to be able to pass on the experience, insight and understanding that helped me, so that I can give my members

the support they need to get to target. As a slimmer myself, I know how hard it can be. Sharing recipes and other ideas and overcoming disappointments, as well as celebrating success, was and still is for me all part of the journey, so there’ll be lots of support, encouragement and fun at group. My additional Slimming World group will be held at Ivybridge Chapel Place every Tuesday at 3.30pm from Tuesday 8th Sept. For more information, or to join the new group – or indeed any of the other sessions held in Chapel Place on Mondays 5.30pm and 7.30pm, or Tues 9.30am,11.30am or 5.30pm – either pop along to a session or phone 07930 473 542.

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There are many reasons to make a Will. If you are young with under age children and you had a fatal accident without making a Will, the state will decide who is going to look after them and they could go into care and be fostered out. A simple Will ensures that the people you nominate as guardians will become the guardians. For a typical young married or unmarried couple whose main asset is the family home, a pair of simple Wills is better than nothing, but does not guarantee that your wishes are carried out on second death. The only way to ensure this will happen is to put a trust in the Will which comes into being on first death and protects that half of the prop-

Become a hedgehog champion Two local hedgehog sanctuaries are struggling to cope with the number of hedgehogs they are receiving. A number of hedgehogs have recently been rescued from Ivybridge alone, which have been either injured, sick or underweight hoglets. These are being cared for at the sanctuaries before, hopefully, being released back into the wild near where they were found. Could you help the sanctuaries? They are looking for peo-

erty for the eventual beneficiaries while allowing total flexibility to the partner left behind to live in the property and still move home when the time comes. For an older widowed person or couple who are retired I would recommend putting your home into a free standing trust to protect it and so that no probate is needed after death, and if you do this a simple Will or pair of Wills is generally enough. Should you own a property and want to ensure a partner or other

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With the school summer holidays almost behind us, the pace on Dartmoor has slowed down a little bit as people return to school and work. However, September and October can still be busy for the Ranger team. One of our priorities at this time of the year is to continue clearing the surface vegetation from the network of footpaths and bridleways which cover the moor. We do this working with volunteers, voluntary wardens, contractors and landowners. For instance, the footpath which runs around Henlake Down( which is a long path) will be cleared by a charity called Skills South West this year, enabling Ella and myself to continue strimming some of the smaller paths on our own. Some additional help that the Ranger team have had this year has come from two Bicton College students. Sara-Jane and Rabi, who are studying a countryside management course at the college, have been coming out and helping with various tasks including litter picking, strimming, stile building and assisting at shows. If there is a path that you regularly use on Dartmoor that has become overgrown we will get to it as soon as we can, however please feel free to let us know about the paths which need clearing as this can help to prioritise the paths in order of popularity/ priority clearing. Dartmoor has an abundance of formal and informal car parks dotted all over, allowing access to popular walks, picnics areas and beauty spots. Unfortunately, these can offer rich pickings for the criminal element out there. The park authority is aware of several car breakins across the moor over the last month or two. We are, as always, working closely with the police to try and combat these crimes, but please be MOOR AWARE and don’t leave any valuables in your vehicle, not even tucked away in the boot. If you do happen to experience a break-in, please report it to the police. This helps to build up a picture of where the crimes are happening, which can then help in planning how to combat these crimes, for instance with the use of covert capture cars or more patrolling in targeted areas.

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BATTERSHILL REPRESENTS BRITAIN AT WORLD GAMES l athletics A young Erme Valley Harrier athletes has been mixing it with the best in the world at the World Youth Games in Columbia Seventeen-year-old Will Battershill represented Great Britain in the 2000m steeplechase at the Games held in Cali (Pascual Guerrero), Colombia. Battershill has come through the club from a junior athlete to an international, and the Harriers are extremely proud to support him as he progresses to another level and compete against the best in the world at his age. Another of the Harriers’ talented crop of young athletes, Sam Trigg, won the UKA National Championships U23 Triple Jump at Bedford. Meanwhile, a host of Harriers athletes have continued in impressive form at recent races. There was success at the Chudleigh Carnival 6 for Allister Bristow, 5th overall and 1st male vet 40, and Cleo Perry, 2nd lady and 1st female vet 40. Harriers turned out in force at the Haytor Heller. Neil Holmes again ran well at this very tough race,

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Harriers’ athletes at the Haytor Heller and left (l-r) Will Battershill, Joe Perry & Joe Battershill at the Cornwood races

one of his favourite, finishing 4th overall and 1st male vet 50. Emma Lake also did well, coming in 2nd female vet 40. On a busy weekend of three races in three days, Allister Bristow and Cleo Perry ran again and

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