Interiors update

from English Riviera Magazine February/March 2022

by English Riviera Magazine

Winter Walk

AROUND THE BAY What’s On

Please check before travelling as events are subject to change. vibrant Devonshire Marble industry. Free to members, non-members welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: The Michelangelo Trail, Torquay Museum 10.45am-12 noon.. On throughout the year 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG Explore hidden LGBTQ+ histories from Torquay Museum’s 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org Collections by following The Michelangelo Trail around the galleries. The trail can be done in person or through the Fougou Jazz, museum’s website. If you’re planning to visit the museum Paignton o ll fi nd all the o ects rom the trail on dis la 8 February, 8 & 22 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG March 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org Enjoy live contemporary jazz Write Time, Write Place, Paignton rom the fi nest 2, 9, 16, 23 February & 2,9 March national, international A six-week creative writing course, suitable for beginners and local musicians. who would like to explore an interest in creative writing Shows include: and those who already enjoy writing for pleasure. Join a Martin Dale Quartet, supportive and encouraging atmosphere where you will Jonathan Gee fi nd stim lation and motivation thro h in ormal writin Duo and Charged exercises and discussion. You will do some Particles. Tickets writing during the sessions so will need to online or by phone. Time: doors 7.30pm for 8pm start. bring along a pen/notepad or ready charged Preston Conservative Club, 299 Torquay Road, laptop/tablet. Times: weekly 10am – Paignton TQ3 2EY 12.15pm, cost: £60 for all six classes. 07967 790358 fougoumusic.com Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton TQ3 3HF Decadence & Deceit, Torquay Museum palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk 9 February A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Emma Seaman Ghosts and the Devon Landscape, exploring Devon’s literary scandals including some rather Torquay Museum dark and intriguing stories. Free to members, non2 February members welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Keith Wallis exploring 10.45am-12 noon. a range of ghost stories from across the county, some of 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG them famous and others more obscure. Free to members, 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org non-members welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. Valentine’s Dining, Berry Head Hotel 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 12 & 13 February 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org Celebrate romance in the brasserie or main restaurant where delicious Valentine’s menus are on offer. Or book the Marvellous Marble, Torquay Museum 4-course romantic Valentine’s Dinner and Dance with bubbly 8 February and canapés on 12 February. Overnight stays available. This lively and well-illustrated talk from Colin Vosper of Berry Head Road, Brixham TQ5 9AJ Torquay Museum Society is a reminder of a onetime 01803 853225 berryheadhotel.com

12 February & 12 March Learn to dance with Strictly Champion Flavia. Each class will focus on a new dance and is a fun and interactive way of learning the basics of ballroom and Latin from one of the est rther dates on we site ance ith lavia e inners ladies class sin les er class ime am 12.30pm. Couples class also available. Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton TQ3 3HF 01803 665800 palacetheatrepaignton.co.uk

The Drinking Fountains of Torquay

15 February A Torquay Museum Society Lecture avid inchli e on the stories behind Torquay’s remaining drinking fountains. Free to members, nonmembers welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

Shoalstone Pool’s Quiz Night, Brixham

16 February A ndraiser in aid o hoalstone ool , held at ri ham Yacht Club. Food served from 6pm and quiz starts at 8pm. eams o to , oo o r ta le earl there will e a ra e Overgang Road, Brixham TQ5 8AR 01803 853331

Wildlife Highlights, Torquay Museum

16 February A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by John Walters on wildlife highlights seen in 2021. Free to members, nonmembers welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

Half Term Stone Age Fun

19-27 February This February half term, delve into adventure on a guided tour of Kents Cavern, a place that was once home to your prehistoric ancestors and extinct animals. Throughout the Stone Age, three different species of human lived in Torquay, sharing the cave and the land around it with bears, hyenas, woolly mammoths and Irish elk and many more. Find out all about the lives of Stone Age people and animals in the exhibition area. 91 Isham Road, Torquay TQ1 2JF 01803 215136 kents-cavern.co.uk

Intro to Climbing Course

21 February-13 March A four-week introductory course learning the technical skills of rope work and climbing technique, before venturing to an o tdoor cra to t it all into ractice he fi rst three wee s at ar fi eld on the indoor wall then headin to artmoor imes onda s m m fi rst three wee s then Sunday 10am-1pm in week four. Cost: £100 per person, booking essential. Reach Outdoors, The Seashore Centre, Tanners Road, Paignton TQ46LP 01803 524950 reach-outdoors.com

Bringing Films to Life, Torquay Museum

22 February A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by John Tomkins on the seven year journey of the English Riviera Film Festival. Free to members, non-members welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

Shaldon and Labrador Bay, Torquay Museum

23 February A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Colin Vosper on the secrets of this delightful area. Free to members, nonmembers welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

Wedding Fayre, Livermead

27 February Prim & Proper Events promises innovative, contemporary and award-winning exhibitors from around the South West. Times: 11am-3pm. Livermead Cliff Hotel, Seafront, Torquay TQ2 6RQ 07717 754240 primandproperevents.co.uk

2 March A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Robert Hesketh on the fascinating stories behind the surnames and nicknames of our region. Free to members, non-members welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

Antiques & Collectables Fair, Newton Abbot

5 March Enjoy browsing an antiques fair at the racecourse. Also Toy Fair on 13 March. Newton Abbot Racecourse, Newton Road, Kingsteignton TQ12 3AF 01626 353235 newtonabbotracing.com

Wild & Ancient Orkney, Torquay Museum

8 March A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Peter Exley on the natural and historic wonders of Orkney. Free to members, non-members welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

Yoga in the Caves

8 March - 28 April Enjoy a yoga class in this unique underground setting. 45 minute session at £11 or 6 sessions for £60. Kents Cavern 91 Ilsham Road, Torquay TQ1 2JF 01803 215136 kents-cavern.co.uk

Tom Cobley & Widecombe Fair, Torquay Museum

9 March A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Todd Gray on the origins of this much-loved traditional song. Free to members, non-members welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

Torquay Pottery, Torquay Museum

16 March A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Lewis Bond on Torquay’s potteries. Free to members, non-members welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

John Hawley of Dartmouth, Torquay Museum

22 March A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Gail Ham on Dartmouth’s famous businessman, benefactor, naval commander & pirate. Free to members, non-members welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

Horse Racing, Newton Abbot

25 March Enjoy a spot of horse racing on this early season race day. Newton Abbot Racecourse, Newton Road, Kingsteignton TQ12 3AF 01626 353235 newtonabbotracing.com

Total Coastal Running

26 March Starting at Kingswear, Preston Green or Babbacombe and all ending at Shaldon, you can choose from a 30-mile ultra run, a half marathon or a 10K scenic, multi-terrain running race inim m a e edals awarded to fi nishers or all distances. If you are not a runner, why not cheer the competitors along the way? windingpaths.uk

Seahorse Breeding, Torquay Museum

30 March A Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Tim Haywood on the conservation work of OSAquatics. Free to members, nonmembers welcome, cost £5 payable on the door. Time: 10.45am-12 noon. 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HG 01803 293975 torquaymuseum.org

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ROUND UP. Arts

Please check before travelling as events are subject to change.

Torquay’s Artizan Gallery & Café

Robert Lenkiewicz – Artist’s Palettes

On till 12 February Wednesday-Saturday 11am-5pm Enjoy an exhibition featuring a series of unique and authentic artist’s palettes once belonging to and used by Robert Lenkiewicz. These palettes represent some of the tools of the trade that Robert Lenkiewicz undertook when in his studio on Plymouth’s Barbican. They have been restored empathetically to keep them as they were when originally used in his studio.Also on display will be some originals, prints and drawings. art-hub.co.uk/ex/RL22

Traditional Mastery – Richard Slater and Arthur Homeshaw

On till 12 February Wednesday-Saturday 11am-5pm This joint show will provide an exploration of work from across the breadth of these talented artists’ careers, offering insight into the technical mastery they demonstrate in their respective mediums. art-hub.co.uk/ex/launch22 19 February-12 March Tuesday-Saturday 11am-5pm In this group exhibition hosted in Artizan’s Main and Basement Galleries you can view artists’ work made from natural materials such as glass, textiles and mosaic. Works from the gallery’s resident 3D artists will complement these pieces. This exhibition is in part a celebration of a Public Art Commission for Lucius Street that was completed last year. Preview event 18 February 6-8pm – call gallery to book. art-hub.co.uk/ex/materials22

Sacred Dartmoor – Rebecca Holley

19 February-12 March Tuesday-Saturday 11am-5pm As part of Artizan’s 2022 Bursary Programme for 2022 they are hosting a solo show in their Courtyard Gallery for Devonbased artist, Rebecca Holley. Works shown will be a series of hooked textile panels based on sacred sites on Dartmoor. Preview event 18 February 6-8pm – call gallery to book. art-hub.co.uk/ex/rh22

March Exhibition – featuring works of Emma Roberts, Genevieve Murray, Rocio Bucheli, Thomas Oscar Miles and Virginia Griem.

19 March-9 April Tuesday-Saturday 11am-5pm

Emma Roberts

Also from Artizan’s Bursary Programme, this group exhibition invites artists to explore the theme of identity from portraiture to intimate personal works. Preview event 18 March 6-8pm – call gallery to book. art-hub.co.uk/ex/identity22

Art of the School – Becky Nuttall

19 March-9 April Tuesday-Saturday 11am-5pm Artizan will welcome Royal Academy Summer Exhibition

exhibitor, Becky Becky Nutall Nuttall to their Courtyard Gallery for this solo show of recent works produced from Becky’s home studio in Brixham. Becky will be exploring themes and topics, which have had a strong in ence on her from her childhood through to adulthood. Preview event 18 March 6-8pm – call gallery to book. art-hub.co.uk/ex/bn22

Tuesday-Friday 11am-6pm, Saturdays 10am-6pm Artizan Gallery & Café, 7 Lucius Street, Torquay, TQ2 5UW

Torquay’s Artizan Collective Gallery

English Riviera Contemporary - featuring works of FG Davis, Martin Dutton, Susan Cavaliere, Kirsteen Titchener, Will Mills, Ian Cox, and Claire Harmer.

On till 12 February Thursday – Saturday 11am-5pm Sunday 11am – 4pm This rich and diverse exhibition features bold vivid abstracts to richly textured Turneresque pieces, award winning hoto ra h , a stracted re ections o enice, m tholo ical creatures and settings, and superbly crafted and detailed linocuts. Will, Claire and Ian each have working studios at Artizan’s Collective Gallery and there will be opportunities during the exhibition to meet them. art-hub.co.uk/ex/erc22

FG Davis Thursday – Saturday 11am-5pm Sunday 11am – 4pm his will e Arti an s fi rst lar e, o en call show o with printmakers from across the UK exhibiting works dedicated to the rich and diverse art of printmaking. Printmaking encompasses a huge range of techniques and styles including linocuts, woodcuts, engravings, etchings, lithographs, drypoint and monoprints. Each of these is its own unique practice, requiring vastly different skills and resulting in vastly different styles of work. But all are processes by which original work is made. Double Elephant will be running printmaking workshops. Preview event 4 March 6-8pm – call gallery to book. art-hub.co.uk/ex/erp22

Artizan Collective Gallery, Unit 5 74 Fleet Street Torquay TQ2 5EB For more information contact: juliebrandon@artizangallery.co.uk 07522 509642 Also check out art-hub.co.uk

The GALLERY @Cockington Court

10.30am-4.30pm daily Ongoing selling exhibition showing the region’s leading artists and makers. Items ranging from scarves, jewellery, ceramics, metalwork, artists cards, metalwork, collages, paintings and prints. Bloom exhibition is still on until 3 October in the Kitchen Gallery. Don’t miss the fabulous craft studios too! 01803 607230 @cockingtoncourt

Picasso and his Women – Val Woodgate

10 February, 2.15pm This Arts Society lecture examines the way Picasso’s emotional li e in enced what he painted and how he painted it. Cost: non-members £8.00. Talk followed by tea and homemade cake. St Matthias Church Hall, Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HW 01803 314490 theartssocietytorbay.org.uk

The Loose and Airy Lightness of Flowers – Justin Reay

10 March, 2.15pm An Arts Society lecture by Grinling Gibbons on his Carvings in Wood. Cost: non-members £8.00. Talk followed by tea and homemade cake. St Matthias Church Hall, Babbacombe Road, Torquay TQ1 1HW 01803 314490 theartssocietytorbay.org.uk

CURTAINS UP! Theatre

Babbacombe Theatre

Box Offi ce 01803 328385 Editor’s pick STARLIGHT 15 February – 19 October Tuesdays ednesdays Don’t miss this uplifting new show for 2022. It’s simply bursting with delightful sparkle and fabulous fun. The talented cast bring you a non-stop programme of comedy, song and dance. Stars include comedian Steve Laister, West End vocalist Paul Cobley, singing sensation Lindsey Collard, multi-talented Wayne Martin, star of ‘The Voice’ Holly Cosgrove plus the brilliant and splendidly choreographed Danze Chique. Directed and produced by Colin Matthews. Also worth seeing… Fleetwood Bac – 26 February Nish umar – Your ower Your Control - 26 March

Princess Theatre, Torquay

Box Offi ce 08 8717615 Editor’s pick ATE ES 8-12 February The Olivier Award winning Patricia Hodge, one of the country’s most loved actresses, plays Amanda. Nigel Havers, ever suave and thoroughly charming, plays Elyot. A scintillatingly witty and scathingly vitriolic study of the rich and reckless in love, Elyot and Amanda, who were once married, fi nd themselves in adjoining rooms in the same hotel on the French coast, both on honeymoon with their new partners. Their initial horror quickly evaporates and soon they’re sharing cocktails and a romantic serenade. An inaugural event from The Nigel Havers Theatre Company. Also worth seeing… The Tiger ho Came to Tea 7 8 March Gangsta Granny 2 -26 March

Box Offi ce 01803 299330 FUNNY MONEY 7 -12 March Henry is late home for his birthday dinner. When he eventually arrives he discovers that he has accidentally picked up a briefcase containing thousands of pounds. Hilarious innuendo and cruelly funny turns of fate ensue as Henry and his wife assume various identities in their battle to keep the money. Also worth seeing… The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon – 9-12 February

Palace Theatre, Paignton

Box Offi ce 01803 665800 Editor’s pick DEAD GUILTY 16-19 February When John Haddrell dies of a heart attack at the wheel of his car, the woman is at his side is not his wife, but his lover Julia. Recovering from her injuries Julia is visited by Margaret, who apparently knows nothing of the affair. Events take a sinister turn when Margaret begins to encroach on Julia’s life, engineering the dismissal of her home help and estrangement from her counsellor. Left alone in the house Julia and Margaret are locked in deadly combat. A Bijou Theatre production. Also worth seeing… The Snow Queen Ballet – 3 February Circus of Horrors 15 March

In Praise of the Rose

We are a nation of rose-lovers and these prized blooms go back to ancient times with cultivation believed to have started in China up to 5,000 years ago.We bring you a bouquet of rose-related gardening facts to inspire you in 2022.

In Poetry

e rose is an enduringly popular symbol in poetry, particularly the red rose, which is associated with love and romance. Robert Burns wrote of A Red, Red Rose, William Blake told of My Pretty Rose Tree and Christina Rosetti penned ere’s Nothing like the Rose.

Songs

It has also has been an enduring theme in song. ere are wonderful examples like Bette Midler’s e Rose, Bon Jovi’s Bed of Roses, Linda Ronstadt’s Love is a Rose and Kylie Minogue’s Where the Wild Roses Grow.

Paintings

Some of the nest artists have used roses as their inspiration. Manet painted the evocative Two Roses on a Tablecloth, Renoir frequently painted roses including Roses dans un Vase Décoreé. Van Gogh created the delightful still life Vase with Pink Roses and Boticelli’s famous painting e Birth of Venus shows the goddess being showered in pale pink roses.

Myths and Legends

Aphrodite the Greek goddess of love is often seen as the creator of the rose, the story being very similar to the Roman legend of Venus. Of course we mustn’t forget Cupid the son of Venus, hastening to bring nectar to the gods, spilled some and roses immediately sprang up where the drops fell.

Famous in History

Of course we probably all remember being taught about the Wars of the Roses at school; the white rose was the symbol of the Yorkists and the red rose represented the Lancastrians. Cleopatra famously carpeted the oor of her boudoir with mounds of rose petals, e Virgin Mary is often referred to as a rose without thorns and Elizabeth I took the rose as her emblem. In France Napoleon’s wife Josephine adored roses creating a collection at her Chateau de Malmaison; Napoleon ordered his warship commanders to search all seized

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ABBEYFIELD SOUTH WEST SOCIETY

Sheltered Housing for Independent People over 55

Both Abbeyfield houses are situated in lovely areas, boasting their own beautiful grounds. Park House in Paignton is situated directly opposite a beautiful park and is a five minute walk from the beach. Sanders Court in St Marychurch, Torquay, has a wonderful large private courtyard and the local precinct is just a five minute walk away, with all the amenities you would expect. Both sites offer good public transport services close by, so it is nice and easy to go and explore. At our Abbeyfield houses residents find friendship and support without losing their independence and dignity. The rooms are unfurnished with en-suite facilities and a kitchenette area. The houses have a communal laundry, dining room, lounge and beautiful garden. Each house has a small and friendly committed To arrange a visit or for more information telephone the Manager at: Park House, Paignton 01803 557732 or for Sanders Court, Torquay 01803 316164. Or visit our website: www.abbeyfield.com Registered Society No: 23413R under the Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014

ABBEYFIELD SOUTH WEST SOCIETYBoth Abbeyfield houses are situated in lovely areas, boasting their own beautiful grounds. Park House in Paignton is situated directly opposite a beautiful park staff, consisting of a Manager, cooks and a cleaner and is a five minute walk from the beach. Sanders who all work together to ensure residents are happy and content. Court in St Marychurch, Torquay, has a wonderful There are various activities, events and entertainment large private courtyard and the local precinct is just a that take place throughout the year which the five minute walk away, with all the amenities you would residents can join in if they wish. expect. Both sites offer good public transport services close by, so it is nice and easy to go and explore. Traditional home cooked meals are provided in the dining room every day and breakfast provisions are provided for residents to have in their rooms. At our Abbeyfield houses residents find friendship The weekly charge covers all utilities and food, so and support without losing their independence there are no bills to worry about, other than a BT telephone line which is necessary for the residents, and dignity. 24hr emergency pendant to work, so all concerns The rooms are unfurnished with en-suite facilities and a kitchenette area. The houses have a communal about running a house are taken away. Each room has its own 24hr emergency call system for residents peace of mind. laundry, dining room, lounge and beautiful garden. Each house has a small and friendly committed To arrange a visit or for more information telephone the Manager at: Park House, Paignton 01803 557732 or for Sanders Court, Torquay 01803 316164. Or visit our website: www.abbeyfield.com

staff, consisting of a Manager, cooks and a cleaner who all work together to ensure residents are happy and content. There are various activities, events and entertainment that take place throughout the year which the residents can join in if they wish. Traditional home cooked meals are provided in the dining room every day and breakfast provisions are provided for residents to have in their rooms. The weekly charge covers all utilities and food, so All bills are included, except telephone line & calls there are no bills to worry about, other than a BT telephone line which is necessary for the residents, 24hr emergency pendant to work, so all concerns about running a house are taken away. Each room has its own 24hr emergency call system for residents peace of mind.

vessels for plants and rose growers were exempt from his naval blockades.

Roses in Torbay

ere is a delightful Tudor Rose Garden (managed by Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust) set in a quadrangle at Cockington Court. In the 1930s the space was used as a private menagerie, which is believed to have included a bear! At nearby Torre Abbey you’ll nd some lovely rose planting in the gardens, which are picturesquely set amongst the peaceful ruins (make sure you see the fabulous glass houses too if visiting). Rose beds at Oldway Mansion Gardens commemorate the Far Eastern Prisoners of World War II. ere is also a hidden Rose Garden on the corner of Babbacombe Road and Babbacombe Downs Road (near the Cli Railway’s café) that seems private but is actually open to the public. Managed by voluntary group Babbacombe Bay Bloomers, it was once part of Dr Herbert Chilcote’s residence called Charlwood.

Planting Roses in the Garden

You can still plant bare root roses in February and March and these are generally high quality having had more room for their roots to spread than containergrown roses (although container grown roses can be grown roses (although container grown roses can be planted year-round). Choose a sunny, sheltered spot planted year-round). Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with good drainage, lots of space and make sure there with good drainage, lots of space and make sure there are no overhanging trees. Dig a hole with plenty of are no overhanging trees. Dig a hole with plenty of width and depth to allow ample space for the width and depth to allow ample space for the plant’s roots. Mix plenty of garden plant’s roots. Mix plenty of garden compost or other organic matter plus a fertiliser and rm the soil in. Remember to water wisely keeping the soil moist especially while they are settling in. Of course there are lots of choices of roses. Climbing roses, rambling roses, hybrid teas, standard roses, oribundas and shrub roses. If you’re going for a climber, you’ll obviously need a structure like a fence for it to climb up – and you’ll have to be prepared to train and tie in your roses but this can be a very enjoyable and therapeutic task.

en of course you have the fun of choosing the colour and the speci c properties of your rose. Some are especially fragrant, some have better disease resistance and there are lots of fun names to inspire you. How about the Emily Bronte or the Golden Celebration? e bright pink Gertrude Jekyll shrub rose is one of the earliest to start owering with a large bloom size, rosette-shaped owers, repeat owering and a strong fragrance. e Peace rose is a fragrant yellow and pink hybrid tea with a large, moderately full bloom and dark green leaves. ere are some who believe that growing roses by the sea is rather tricky but we’ve seen plenty of good the sea is rather tricky but we’ve seen plenty of good examples in private gardens around the Bay. Look out for examples in private gardens around the Bay. Look out for recommended varieties for coastal gardening such as David recommended varieties for coastal gardening such as David Austin’s e Country Parson or the Princess Anne. Austin’s e Country Parson or the Princess Anne.

DIARY. Social Social Diary Presentation & Celebration Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust was presented with a special plaque to mark winning the internationally renowned Green Flag Award for Cockington Country Park an impressive 25 years in a row. Trust sta and volunteers gathered for the ceremony and then enjoyed a bu et lunch and celebratory cake in the estate’s Cob Barn.

 Keith Nicholl (Gardener), Damian Offer (CEO TCCT), Briony Wood (Marketing Officer TCCT) and Chris Lingard (Countryside Manager) Andra Johnstone (Trustee TCCT) and Ray Faux (Volunteer)

 Sue Tressider, Margaret Carson and Yolanda Moore (all Volunteers)  John Van Kuyk (Volunteer) and Carl McClean (Green Flag Award)

Volunteers cutting the celebratory cake

DIARY. Social Breakfast at the Zoo

Torbay Business Forum held their January Business Breakfast at Paignton Zoo. Guest speaker was Dennis Flynn OBE, Chief Executive of Wild Planet Trust, the owner of Paignton Zoo.

 Alison Upton (Rowcroft Hospice) and Angela George (Torbay Business Forum)

 Barry Cole (The Resultant), Ben Cole (Paignton Zoo) and Matt Bettesworth (Bettesworths)  Will Hanbury (Bishop Fleming), Helen Ward (Chief Operating Officer Wild Planet Trust) and Dennis Flynn (Chief Executive Wild Planet Trust)

 Mark Salmon (Bays Brewery) and Alex Rowe (Partners& Insurance Brokers)

 Rosie Gitsham (Rowcroft Hospice) and Alison Benney (Enlighten HR)

 Steve Reynolds (Barclays), Yvette Roberts (Barclays) and Nick James (Boyce Hatton)  Yvette Roberts (Barclays), Anita Newcombe (English Riviera Magazine) and Demi Keenan (Demi Keenan Interiors)