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Dear members

Not all of you will know that I took over as Chairman of the Board of Directors on 1st April 2012 and my first job is to thank my predecessor, Geoff Bush, for all his hard work over the last three years.

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I am very pleased to report that I have inherited a fairly healthy scenario in terms of the club’s finances and membership, particularly as we are still in difficult economic times. As far as membership is concerned, the number of new members has exceeded those who have left the Club during the year and this reversal of the rate of attrition has not been achieved for the last ten years. This obviously bodes well for the future.

In the short term there are both exciting and challenging matters to deal with. The former is headed by the Sports Bar refurbishment, and a sub group of the Board has put together plans, based on consultation with the membership, and these will be available to view shortly. On the challenging side, the Club will have to protect itself in terms of the developments being planned on our boundaries, but also to work with our new neighbours to achieve harmonious solutions for the future.

I look forward to providing you with further updates on the Board’s activities and I would like to end by saying that I took on this role because I am very proud to be a member of Exeter Golf & Country Club.

If you feel the same way then please “share the pride” with others as this is the best form of marketing the Club and strengthening our membership.

Yours sincerely

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Golf

The golf season at Exeter Golf and Country Club got off to a busy start with no less than 3 of our club golf juniors representing Devon in the South West Boy’s Championship.

Harrison Greenberry, who celebrated some fantastic achievements last year, played along with Ryan Pope and Harry Flower. The Devon team were successful in getting through to the EGU Boys County Finals at Cotswolds Hill Golf Course, which took place at the end of August.

It never rains but it pours!

We have had more rainfall already this year than the entire rainfall for 2011!

That’s 617mm in 8 months, compared to 613 mm in a year. So, thank you to John Parr and his team for their dedication to the course which has meant it has been open throughout, except for 2 days – this is a fantastic achievement!

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It has been a busy few months for Ryan Pope who won the Junior Four Counties Championships in June. Ryan won the individual strokeplay at the event held here at the club.

Devon won the team strokeplay and also the Matchplay shield.

Over at the South West Men’s Team Championships, Ryan represented Devon again alongside Harrison and Ryan Mapp at Cumberwell Park in Wiltshire. Devon put forward a very young team and finished runners up in the 6 county field behind ‘home’ county Wiltshire.

Harrison continues to represent England Juniors and defends his British Boys Championships this summer.

A high achievement...

We have been recognised as a Golfmark ‘High Achiever’. Golfmark is a national scheme that identifies junior and beginner friendly golf facilities regarding coaching and playing, club environment and child protection and duty of care.

Andrew Humphries.

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General Gym and Swim News An exciting year so far!

With the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics to celebrate, there have been lots of fun events taking place for you as members and we have been delighted to see so many new and familiar faces! The Sports Bar and Family Bar have been busy too with the showing of this year’s action packed televised sport events from Euro 2012 to Wimbledon and the Golf Majors.

The Jubilee was a fantastic evening with lots of members coming along for the celebrations including a barbeque, live music from the 1960s to current day and the dramatic lighting of the official Jubilee Beacon by our Club President, Ray Ellis. There was plentiful flag waving to traditional British classics along with lots of fun dancing by the children. It was great to see so many people taking part and celebrating this historic event.

With the Olympic torch coming so close to the club during its journey through the city, it was a great honour to welcome Virginia McGregor who was one of Exeter’s torch bearers to the club to meet our junior members at the EGCC Mini Olympics. Virginia returned to the club again for the Ladies’ Golf Competition which was a great success.

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Fitness at 'theGym'

Swimming

'theGym' raised over £600 for local charity Dream-A-Way at the start of the summer.

Did you know we offer adult swimming coaching sessions? This is a great way to either learn to swim, improve your swimming technique or help with a specific goal such as weight loss or improving your fitness.

With the Olympics in mind, 'theGym' Committee chose to embark on a ‘2012 Challenge’.

Participants were challenged to go as far as possible within 20 minutes and 12 seconds in either running, cycling, cross-training, rowing or swimming. Bronze, silver and gold medals were presented that evening when everyone get together to enjoy a celebratory barbeque.

The event was kindly sponsored

by Glendinnings.

Kevin Butler, Chair of 'theGym' Committee said, “Thanks to all for your help, energy and enthusiasm in what proved to be a really fun and worthwhile event. Thank you also to Richard Geare at the Bank of England, who kindly pledged an additional £100 to Dream-A-Way in support of Glendinning’s sponsorship.”

Earlier this year, 5 members of the club, Jenny Plummer, Caroline York, Helen Mortimer, Liz Partridge and Sue Nott, raised £465 for Sports Relief, each swimming a mile (90 lengths) in under an hour. Less than a year before those same people had only basic swimming skills consisting of leisurely breaststroke. Enlisting the help of club swimming instructor, Nigel Murch, the ladies involved, who called themselves ‘The Improvers’ started weekly training sessions and in time, and with a lot of hard work, found their skills had increased to include front crawl, back stroke, tumble-turns and diving.

Jenny Plummer said, “As ladies in or approaching our 60s, we decided that it was time to fulfill ambitions we have secretly harbored, so we got together and called our group challenges, ‘Missed Opportunities’!

Swimming is so important for many reasons and is an ideal form of exercise for someone needing a low impact routine. All my life, I have been involved in sport but never realised just how enjoyable swimming could be, when you know how to swim well!”

Jenny continued, “We are incredibly proud of ourselves to have managed to swim so far and owe it to Nigel for his patience, experience and determination to help us achieve our ambition and to raise this money for the charity!

We are already planning our next challenge and hope to keep improving and keep learning new skills!”

If you would like swimming coaching please ask at Reception for times and prices. Children’s swimming lessons are also available.

Rackets

Squash and Racketball

The Squash section’s Big Bash Summer Team’s Tournament was a great success this year with 8 teams of 8 players each pitting their squash and racketball skills against one another during a 2 month period, with money raised going to Devon Air Ambulance.

Mark Starling, who helped organise the event said "we aimed this year to create an event that more than ever before encouraged players of all ability levels to get on court, whilst also being a fun and sociable occasion that raised money for charity. I think we succeeded judging by the finals night which saw over 50 players and spectators witness some great games of squash followed by a really enjoyable barbeque. The Sports Bar was packed out. Our thanks go to the Sports Bar team for some great hospitality."

In a closely fought contest Jon Rycroft's team beat Martin Newberry's team, the result hinging on a couple of matches that could have swung either way. Squash Captains Dave Hazzard and Gael Salzmann presented prizes at the end of the evening.

Dave commented "It has been great to see so many members getting involved, and we must also say a big thank you to Conall Platts who devoted a great deal of time and effort to organising the event, and to his firm Working Psychology who helped with T-shirts and prizes.

Additionally, this has been our best ever charity event, with over £300 being raised for charity."

Tennis The Annual Parent and Child Tennis Tournament took place in July.

Children of all ages, partner with either mum or dad to take on other pairings to compete for the yearly title of Parent and Child Champions.

This year's competition took place in between the showers on Saturday 7th July, from 2pm – 4pm with 15 pairs of parents and children. All ages took part from 5 years up to 10 years old and matches were played on mini red tennis courts. From the 3 boxes, 4 pairs won their way through to the semi-finals, contested by Anna and Rachel Harries, Jack and Steve Knightly, Sam and John Wilton-Davies and Marcus and James Kay. After two close semi-final matches Sam and John, and Jack and Steve won their way through to the Finals. A tight and nervy final took place, and the eventual winners were Sam and John Wilton-Davies.

The Club President who sponsored this event presented the winners and runners up with special prizes and thanked all players for an exciting afternoon of tennis, and for the donations he had received Photo: for his Charity L – R: D ot Butle Knightly r, Steve of the Year, , Ray E n Knigh llis (Clu tly, Jack D a v b Presid ies, Sam Clic Sargent. ent), Joh Wilton n Wilto Davies, n Linda E llis

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Bridge club Did you know that Exeter Golf and Country Club has a thriving Bridge section, which you can join for just £1.00 a year? So, if you’re looking to meet friends and put your skills to the test, or perhaps learn new skills then this could be perfect for you.

It is a well known fact that Bridge is classified as a ‘sport of the mind’ and although not physical never the less is mentally challenging. Concentration and an understanding between partnerships is needed. Bridge is a game for all with no age restrictions and is both social and stimulating...and here at the club it is also a great chance to get involved with some very successful charity fund-raising projects.

The rules are fairly complicated but it doesn’t take long to get to grips with them, especially with some of the help on hand from our incredibly experienced players who are passionate about the game.

Exeter Golf and Country Club’s Bridge section play Duplicates (there are two types, Duplicate and Rubber Bridge). Duplicate Bridge is when several pairs play the same cards during a session against one another to determine a winner.

Keen to increase players the Bridge section welcome all members along on a Wednesday afternoon at 1.45 pm or Thursday evening at 6.45pm when partners are set. Bridge is also played at the Club on a Monday and Tuesday evening when pre-arranged partnerships are needed. The Bridge Room at the club is very comfortable and you will feel instantly welcomed into this friendly section so what have you got to lose? Pop along next week and give it a go!

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Striving for Excellence We are committed to providing excellence for you as members.

We want to give you an excellent experience every time you visit.

We are working as a team to explore the ways we can do this – some are simple solutions and some are more complicated... however one thing we really need to be able to achieve this is feedback from you.

There are lots of ways you can tell us what you think: ■ Tell us – talk to a member of the team, a manager or Martin Halse, General Manager, in person, by phone or by email ■ Feedback Forms – pick up a Feedback Form from Reception, the Sports Bar, Family Bar or Wear Park Bar and Restaurant ■ Testimonials – if a member of the team has provided you with an excellent experience, please tell us so we can let them know

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■ Forums – we hold regular forums so you can come along and discuss issues or make suggestions – these are vital for us to move the club forward in the way you would like... the next forums are: ■ 5th December: Catering Forum ■ 6th December: Swimming Forum ■ 8th December: Junior Forum We discuss all your feedback whether that’s complaints, suggestions, ideas, issues or compliments on a weekly basis to either resolve them or to try to move ideas forward.

Wedding feature

Alicia and Tom McGregor’s wedding on Saturday 4th August 2012 Club member Alicia Lee and her partner Tom McGregor celebrated their wedding here at the club earlier in the summer with a wedding reception for 70 guests during the special day and 100 to the evening celebrations. Alicia has been a member of the club since 1986...when she was born!

Her sister Anna, who is also a member also got married here in 2009 to Terry Viney. Anna’s wedding was a great success which helped make the decision of where to get married so much easier for Alicia.

Alicia said, "I would highly recommend the club for a wedding venue...everything was perfect! Choosing a wedding venue was easy for Tom and I... we both love the club. After my sister’s wedding at the club, it was an easy choice for us.”

Comments from Alicia after the wedding ‘Thank you so much for your help on our special day, not only did you make the planning and preparations for the wedding go smoothly, but you did so much more than you needed to.

Thank you to Laura, Business Development Manager and Harriet, our Wedding Co-ordinator for their careful attention to detail and to all the staff at the club for making our day extra special.”

All of the function suites at the club are licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, yet the Topsham Room is the firm favourite. The grand pillared entrance of Wear Park Bar and Restaurant provides the perfect welcome and the grand decor within the beautiful Georgian mansion provides an elegant and romantic setting for the ceremony.

Given our location within the city, we very are lucky to be able to offer such stunning scenery for reception drinks on the veranda of Wear Park Bar

and Restaurant, not to mention that we boast one of the best photo backdrops in the city and beyond, for those all important wedding photographs.

Exeter Golf and Country Club Wedding Co-ordinator, Harriet Weeks said, “Every wedding is individual and we tailor our weddings to each couple. I am passionate about perfection as of course, a wedding IS the most important day of a couple’s life together! We hold about 35 weddings a year at the club, some of which are just for the reception but increasingly they include the ceremony too. Every wedding is special, but it is always even more special when one of our members gets married here – it’s even more personal. I am here to help and would love to discuss plans with anyone lucky enough to be planning their special day.”

Member discounts are available. Please ask at Reception for a Wedding Pack or ask to see Harriet for more information. Email: harriet.weeks@exetergcc.co.uk or telephone 01392 873328

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Contract hire company helps drive expanding business forward.

Thriving electrical contractor, ‘Shout for an Electrician’ with offices across Devon continues to buck the trend since opening the ‘Newton Abbot Appliance Repair Centre’ and Showroom 12 months ago by taking on more staff and a fleet of five new vehicles.

‘Shout for an Electrician’ made-up of three divisions; Contracting, Electrical and Retail shop & Repairs, services both the domestic and commercial market. Corporate clients include blue-chip companies such as Burger King, Boots, Day Lewis Pharmacy, William Hill and the Co-operative covering a geographic reach from Plymouth to Bristol.

Andy Shout of ‘Shout for an Electrician’ has taken delivery of the vans from Vehicle Save Contract Hire & Leasing. The fleet includes a larger van which can carry more stock following the launch of the company’s new 24/7 emergency service as a result of customer demand.

Vehicle Save has supplied each vehicle sign-written, fully fitted out and the installation of trackers.

Andy Shout says: “We have an established long-term relationship with Vehicle Save and I trust them; it’s not all about cost but the ongoing advice and after-sales service they provide. The vehicles are very economical and the fuel savings we’ve made has already paid for one of the vans. The trackers are proving invaluable and I can accurately measure an increase in performance by 20%.

We always know where workers are and can divert them to emergency jobs if required offering an efficient and prompt service to our customers. In addition by having contract hire I have a fixed budget with no hidden costs such as punctures or new tyres and I know exactly how much each van costs me by the hour!

The other benefit is that I replace the vehicles after

a three year period so the vans are always in good condition which reflects the quality of our brand, image and the service we provide – an important factor.”

Vehicle Save Contract Hire & Leasing Limited is part of The Vehicle Save Group operated by local businessman Jim Howard. It comprises two independent businesses providing complementing services of contract hire & leasing and daily rentals with its head office based on Marsh Barton, Exeter. Vehicle Save (UK) Limited commenced trading in 1994 and now has a turnover of £4.5m and c.100 employees. Jim is the official franchisee of UK’s leading car and van rental company, Europcar in the South West peninsula operating three branches in Exeter, Taunton and Plymouth.

Jim Howard says: “We’ve been working with Andy Shout for a number of years. As a truly independent and local business delivering a tailored service to SMEs in the South West we are well placed to offer our customers totally unbiased guidance on the selection of the right vehicles for their business and within their budget. The vehicles provided to ‘Shout for an Electrician’ are economical and improve efficiency of the business by reducing downtime and fuel consumption.

By having trackers installed, Andy can offer great benefits to his customers.”

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With the new menu, consistent reports of great tasting food and the fantastic offers available, Wear Park Bar and Restaurant is beginning to take off with increased bookings and very positive feedback from customers.

As many will be aware, the bar and restaurant is now open to everyone... you no longer need to be a club member to eat and drink there...although if you are then you can enjoy great discounts when you pay with your members’ card.

From relaxing lunches with colleagues, drinks on the veranda with friends after work, or a romantic dinner for two, Wear Park Bar and Restaurant is perfect for every occasion.

In fact, we also welcome family dining – especially popular on a Sunday when we serve a delicious Sunday roast with a selection of local meats, seasonal vegetables and home-made accompaniments...all for just £9 for one course, £12 for two courses or £15 for three.

Wear Park Bar and Restaurant has been open for non members as well as members for almost 6 months now and already we are seeing an increase in diners. In fact this July we welcomed almost 800 guests to the restaurant, whereas last July we had only 352. As well as this marked increase in usage, we have also recorded some fantastic feedback with 76% saying they had an ‘excellent experience’ and 23% reporting a ‘good experience’! So, to those of you who have popped in for lunch or dinner we would like to say thank you...and to those of you still to give us a go, we would like to say please come and see us soon!

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Twice baked Devon blue cheese souffle Autumn Recipe from Wear Park Bar and Restaurant When Head Chef, Rob Drakett performed a cookery demonstration at the Exeter Festival of South West Food and Drink, his signature dish of twice-baked Devon blue cheese soufflé was a great success. Here he shares the secrets to his recipe which is a favourite in Wear Park Bar and Restaurant whenever it is on the menu.

Ingredients – to serve about 10 souffles ■ 100g butter

■ Melt butter in a saucepan, slowly add the flour to make a light roux

■ 300ml milk

■ Gradually add the milk to make a thick béchamel

■ 200g crumbled Devon blue cheese

■ Stir in the cheese, yolks and seasoning

■ 4 egg yolks

■ Meanwhile whisk the egg whites to soft peaks with a squeeze of lemon juice

■ 100g flour

■ 10 egg whites ■ A few drops of lemon juice

■ Carefully fold the egg whites into the soufflé mix

■ 80g breadcrumbs mixed with 60g of ground hazelnuts

■ Spoon the mixture into the prepared ramekins, tapping on the table to expel any air

■ Soft butter for greasing

■ Smooth over the top with a spatula

■ 3 apples

■ Place the ramekins in a bain-marie of hot water and bake in a moderate oven, 180c for about 20 minutes

■ Salt and pepper

■ A handful of toasted pinenuts ■ Well-prepared salad leaves ■ Vinaigrette ■ Balsamic vinegar Method ■ Butter 10 ramekins and chill in the fridge ■ Repeat to get a good coating and then coat each ramekin with breadcumbs and ground hazelnuts rotating the dish and gently shaking out any surplus

■ Remove from the oven and when slightly cooled, remove the soufflés from the ramekins and keep until service ■ Before serving, re-heat the soufflés in the oven for 8 – 10 minutes at 180c ■ Serve with a dressed bouquet of salad leaves, sliced apple and a sprinkling of pinenuts, drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

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Christmas Events

Where better to celebrate Christmas and New Year than amongst friends here at the club and this year we are celebrating in style with the Holly Ball and New Year’s Eve Moulin Rouge Ball. Tickets are available now at Reception – book early to make sure you don’t miss out on the social highlight of the year!

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Saturday 15th December is the club’s 1920’s themed Holly Ball!

Come along for a celebratory evening with a 3 course seasonal dinner, live music by AJ’s Caravan Band playing big band music from across the decades, dancing and of course, lavish Christmas decorations with a 1920’s theme! Tickets are £27.50 per person including a glass of bubbly on arrival, 7pm for 7.30pm start. Carriages 1am. Black Tie and 1920’s fancy dress.

The Moulin Rouge Ball See in the New Year with a delicious 3 course dinner, dancing and live music by local band, City Limits plus Moulin Rouge dancing girls and luxurious decor to bring the opulence of the world’s greatest cabaret to Exeter Golf and Country Club.

Tickets are £45 per person. Monday 31st December, 7pm for 7.30pm start.

Carriages 1am. Black Tie.

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Brewin Dolphin Exeter Celebrating a long history of forward thinking

At Brewin Dolphin, we can trace our heritage back to 1762 when stockbroker John Dawes founded the company. Since then we have seen the Industrial Revolution, two World Wars, the rise of the Internet and a tenfold increase in the UK’s population. 2012 sees the celebration of our 250th anniversary and we are very proud of our long and rich history.

At the time of the company’s founding, a few other familiar names from the world of finance were also getting started. A few decades earlier, Lloyd’s of London had already begun pioneering its insurance policies. Just a year before Brewin Dolphin came into being, a group of 150 stockbrokers and jobbers formed a club at Jonathan’s coffee house in the City of London to buy and sell shares. By the 1770s, this club had become known as the Stock Exchange.

Reaching our 250th anniversary gives us an opportunity to reflect on what we have achieved as a business. Over the years we have proved ourselves to be a stable, trustworthy adviser whatever the financial climate. Many of our clients and their families have entrusted us to look after their wealth for generation after generation - a testament to the high quality of personal service we continue to provide. Several of our Investment

Managers and other key decision makers also have a long-standing association with the firm, further emphasising the importance we place on continuity and taking the long view. And we have grown, from the small beginnings of our founding, to become one of the largest independently-owned private client investment managers in the UK. We now look after the investments of around 130,000 clients and manage over £25bn on their behalf.

A personal approach to investment management that has stood the test of time Brewin Dolphin has flourished due to our ability to grow and move with the times. We have embraced new technologies and working practices but the values that are at the core of our business have remained unchanged. We stand apart from much of the financial world because we believe in getting to know each individual client and offering a truly personal service.

As a company, we strongly believe that each of our clients should have direct access to the people who handle their money, and that portfolios should be created according to individual needs.

We also believe in building strong links with the communities that we serve and support a range of sporting and cultural activities across the UK. To mark our 250th anniversary year, we are planning a Brewin Dolphin Charity Foundation to direct our support of a number of good causes around the country. Employees will donate their time rather than just providing financial support, so that charities can benefit from the knowledge and experience of the top quality people we employ. We also hope that, in the coming years, our clients will become more

actively involved with their chosen charities in order to increase the overall contribution to the community.

To be in business for 250 years is a feat that very few firms accomplish. We believe our success is built on time-honoured values – relationships built on trust and confidence, bespoke service and the desire to accommodate each client’s priorities and aspirations. We are confident that staying true to these traditions will give us a strong platform for continued growth. Here’s to the next 250 years!

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Born in Exeter, Erin of Erin Cox Jewellery, is a traditional jeweller who studied at London Guildhall University's prestigious Sir John Cass Department of Art. Erin employs the professional jewellery making skills she learned, with creative eye for design, producing stunning jewellery pieces that become future heirlooms.

As a jeweller, Erin is proud to offer bespoke pieces to people wanting quality and individuality - jewellery which is lovingly crafted by hand but that doesn't have to cost a fortune.

We are able to create jewellery to suit most budgets, bespoke doesn’t mean expensive, being part of the design process is such a wonderful experience we find that customers really enjoy.

As many as possible of Erin’s precious stones such as sapphires, rubies and tanzanites and spinel are ethically sourced direct from a fairtrade mine in Tanzania. All of the diamonds used in stock pieces are ‘conflict free’, although if desired, diamonds can be either vintage or sourced from Canada.

Erin will often use reclaimed gold, and often works to commission using customers own gold. The process is very time consuming but when items have a special meaning it is a lovely thing to do.

Erin undertakes all work on the premises, only sending items away for hallmarking.

Erin offers a personal creative and friendly service.

We really enjoy what we do, and want for customers to enjoy the experience of buying Jewellery.

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Erin takes great pride in bringing breath-taking depth, colour and texture to each piece she makes.

The jeweller shop on Castle Street in Exeter is a welcoming haven where you can browse and discuss your needs with Erin and the team, for: ■ bespoke jewellery, including rings, earrings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets and men's pieces ■ commissioned work to fit your brief, incorporating highest quality materials from ethical sources ■ jewellery repairs and/or jewellery remodelling Owning an Erin Cox original is a special treat, but it doesn't have to cost the Earth! A wide range of styles and materials is on offer, but each has its own individuality. Pop into the shop to see for yourself.

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The C Group

Eddie Grant our Vice President, takes over the reins from Ray Ellis this January, and is already busy planning numerous events for his charity of the year for 2013, The C Group.

Over the coming months you will see the promotion of events such as The Sportsman’s Dinner, Casino Night, a fashion show and the Ascot Racing Day...all of which are to raise funds and awareness for this increasingly successful charity. So, who are they?

Everyone’s heard of Help for Heroes through their high profile campaigns raising money for service men and women, but The C Group are pulling up the ranks now with increasing momentum in awareness amongst the public and high profile personalities.

The C Group started in 2008 when Major General Andy Salmon CMG OBE recognised the huge gap which exists for Royal Marines between service life and civilian life, particularly when it’s an enforced transition due to severe injury.

Every year hundreds of young men join the Royal Marines Commandos to serve our country.

Recent operations in Iraq and Afghanistan have seen the Royal Marines constantly deployed in harms way but inevitably, the price of warfare is casualties. So, what happens to those who suddenly find themselves medically discharged through injury or illness? How do they make the transition to a civilian life when they have little, or no, experience of it?

By establishing close links with Hasler Company – the Plymouth-based rehabilitation centre that deals with those recovering from complex long term injuries and illnesses, The C Group channels support from the business community ranging from specialist training, education, therapy and mobility equipment to professional employment mentoring, advice and work placements.

Sadly, with the ongoing missions overseas, the demand for The C Group’s support will only increase but the more supporters from

companies, training organisations, entrepreneurs and mentors The C Group will continue to be able to provide support to injured and ill Royal Marines to help start a new civilian life.

So how can you help? One of The C Group’s many projects focuses on facilitating relationships between the Royal Marines and business, across all industries and sectors. By working with companies The C Group establishes opportunities for work placements so these highly skilled men and women or their wives, husbands or partners can re-train to make the most of their abilities.

Exeter Golf and Country Club will be taking part in this work experience project over the coming months.

If you wish to offer your support to The C Group please call 01392 414387 or go to www.thecgroup.org

Mark Hancock Mark Hancock initially approached The C Group in June looking for a training grant in order to pursue a career in IT. The C Group introduced him to Kris Daniels, MD at Solve-IT who advised Mark which training route to take and offered him work experience at his IT consultancy. Mark completed his training, funded by money raised by C Group supporters and Kris was so impressed by Mark that he then offered him a job.

Mark Hancock said, “When I was medically discharged it was pretty daunting. With the help of The C Group and its fantastic supporters I soon realised that I wasn’t alone in this and had great backing to help me make my next step. Finding employment at Solve IT has been a dream come true and demonstrated that there is life after the Royal Marines.”

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Whether it be wedding photographs, a couples shoot, or perhaps a surprise pin-up or boudoir portrait session for a loved one, Elizabeth produces images with love. being a determined young child, and having made up her mind at 15 that she was going to be a photographer, Elizabeth studied photography ďŹ rst at the camera club at school, then completed an advanced gNVQ at college, began assisting a local photographer, and went to the university of brighton where she gained a ba hons in Editorial Photography. in 2007, having worked for other photographers but wanting to set higher standards and take pictures with her own unique style, Elizabeth began running her own photography business. that business has grown in strength, Elizabeth winning the Westcountry Wedding awards Classic Wedding Photographer in 2011 and 2012, and having just recently opened a studio down the bottom of Fore Street in Exeter.

Elizabeth's new studio has been created to be a welcoming and inspiring space. With vintage furniture, images in large gold frames, air plants in glass baubles, and tea served in

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Pin-up portraiture is one of Elizabeth's specialities. branching out into this genre in 2009, she has gotten to work with and photograph some amazing women including some top burlesque performers. but she mainly works with regular women, of all shapes and ages, who either want to surprise a partner or perhaps just treat themselves. Discussing the look and feel of images the client wants to go for, a stylist can be brought in, and the images can be taken at either Elizabeth's studio, a boutique b&b, or a pre-arranged venue. always ensuring the experience is professional but fun, Elizabeth is great at putting her subjects at ease. and the result is a fantastic

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Wedding photography is also another speciality of Elizabeth's. her style of wedding photography incorporates a relaxed reportage approach with that of creating more editorial type images. She works enthusiastically to produce a visual record of your day; images that evoke the feelings and atmosphere of your wedding. meeting with her clients and getting to know them is very important to her, as this helps with not only making the bride and groom feel relaxed around her presence, but also, for her to understand their dynamics as a couple, how they interact, and also ensuring she is familiar with the timetable of the day.

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Staff Focus

Forty years working for one company is no mean feat nowadays and so when Francis Carson who currently works in the Sports Bar kitchen celebrated his 40th anniversary earlier this year, we knew it was a special occasion.

Francis started working at the club when he was

As well as severe head injuries, Francis almost

just 16 years old back in 1972 and now 40

lost his left leg which was only saved due to

years later he remains a valued member of the

the perseverance and care of the doctors and

He also remembers the club having 8 squash

team and the club’s longest-standing employee.

nurses at the old Exeter Hospital on Southernhay.

courts before 2 were transformed into the

Francis joined the team at the club working on

Numerous skin grafts and operations later,

the tennis courts, which back in the 1970s were sand courts and required daily maintenance to

again regained mobility, but the accident had a

flatten and water the surface.

lasting effect.

A couple of years later, Francis joined the

After leaving school, Francis was taken on by the

housekeeping team where he remained for

St Nicholas Centre who worked with people with

over 30 years before moving on to the

learning and physical challenges to help them find

Sports Bar recently.

employment. Francis was offered the job at Exeter

Francis said, “I am really pleased to have reached the 40 year mark at Exeter Golf and

Golf and Country Club and his commitment to hard work was obvious from day one.

Country Club. The club has always been a large

When he started working in the housekeeping

part of my life and I have seen many changes

team, cleaning and setting up rooms, he

take place as the club has developed over the

voluntarily started his day at 4am so that he

years. I like working at the club alongside many

could ensure the rooms were ready.

Francis said his working week is also much better nowadays, having only had 2 half days off a week when he first started. He can easily recollect his excitement about receiving his first week’s pay from the club and treating himself to a pint of beer, which cost about 30p.

Martin Halse, General Manager said, “We are very proud that Francis has worked here for 40 years. The team of staff at the club is very important to us and we care very much about their well-being, job satisfaction and development, and we take our duty of care towards them very seriously.

me and I take great pride in doing a job well.”

“Francis is a highly valued member of the team and we are honoured that he has devoted so many years to helping us ensure we offer consistently high levels of service to our members and customers for so long. We have quite a few other long-standing employees, such as Irene Gilbert our Membership Secretary and John Parr

7 with his mother and 6 brothers and sisters.

The club has undergone many changes during

our Golf Course Manager, both of whom have

Two years later, when he was 9, he was hit by

Francis’ time here. He remembers golfers using

a motorbike whilst crossing Rydon Lane and

the courtyard which is now the location of the

A formal presentation of a digital SLR camera

suffered life-threatening injuries which still affect

club’s reception, indoor pool and largest of the 9

and a card signed by all his colleagues was

him today.

function suites.

made to Francis in June.

other long-serving members of staff who have been here almost as long as me, along with meeting all the people who have come and gone over the years.”

Francis lives in Exeter with his partner of 5 years, Julie. He moved to the city from Scotland, aged

32

Francis began to make a recovery and once

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Francis said, “Polishing the dance floor was one of my favourite jobs and I can remember feeling very proud after I had finished and it was spotless! Work has always been very important to

worked here for over 30 years.”

Eat and drink at EGCC

Summer may be over but here’s a good way to string out that summer feeling for a little bit longer...

Ryan Labithotis, Chef in charge of the Sports and Family Bar kitchen suggests putting together an autumn barbeque of chilli beef burgers, Cypriot tzatziki and lamb koftas.

LAMB KOFTAS

CYPRIOT TZATZIKI

Ingredients

Ingredients

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500g minced lamb 1 onion finely chopped 2 garlic cloves crushed and finely chopped 1tsp coriander powder 1tsp turmeric 1 pinch of cinnamon 1tsp cumin Salt and pepper

■ 2tsp dried mint Method Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl. Using wet hands, shape the mixture into about 12 long cigar shapes, refrigerate and secure with a stick for cooking. Grill for 10 to 12 minutes turning occasionally. Serve in a warm pitta with salad and home-made Cypriot tzatziki.

■ 16oz or two cups of Greek style yoghurt ■ ½ a small cucumber grated. Keep the juice.

■ 1 small garlic clove crushed and finely chopped ■ 25g fresh mint finely chopped or 1tsp of dried mint (or ½ tsp mint sauce) Method Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and finish with a spoon of virgin olive oil

CHILLI BEEF BURGER Ingredients ■ 450g lean beef mince ■ 1 small onion finely chopped ■ 2 garlic cloves crushed and chopped finely ■ 1 tsp French mustard ■ 1 egg lightly beaten ■ 1 red chilli finely chopped ■ 2 spring onion sliced into fine rings ■ Small handful of parsley or coriander finely chopped Method Mix the beef, onion, garlic, mustard, egg and chilli in a large bowl and combine with your hands. Once evenly mixed, add the spring onion and fresh herbs. Divide the burger mix into 4oz to 6oz portions and compact into shape. Cook in hot oil or under the grill, or if the sun is shining, on the BBQ for 12 to 15 minutes turning them regularly.

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Events

September 2012 to January 2013

September Week One

Squash Team Matches commence Week Two 2nd

EGCC Annual Golf Pro Am

3rd

Seniors Open Invitation

5th

Catering Forum

6th

Swimming Forum

8th 8th

Junior Forum Golf Supper

8th Mini Tennis Programme Course 2 starts Week Three 14th

Club BBQ

15th Doncaster St Leger Festival Racing Event Week Four 21st

Maghreb Themed Dinner

Week Five 29th

Golf Supper

29th

Tennis Formal Dinner Dance

October Week One 1st

Senior Men Golf AGM

Week Two 13th Golf Gentlemen’s Dinner (Old Invincible’s)

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December Week Three 20th – Presidents Night Week Four 21st

Team Tennis

26th

Autumn Themed Dinner

Week Five 29th – 2nd The Pack Holiday Club

November Week One 2nd Bonfire Night and the Pack Fancy Dress Disco 3rd

Company AGM / AGM Lunch

Week Two

Week One 1st Hennessy Cognac Gold Cup Racing Event ?? WILSIGN Lower Ladder Squash Tournament TBC Week Two 5th

Senior Ladies Golf Christmas Lunch

5th

Catering Forum

6th

Swimming Forum

8th

Junior Forum

Week Three 10th

Club Christmas Draw

15th

Club 1920s Holly Ball

Week Four 16th

Tennis Tinsel Tournament

9th

Junior Prize Giving

19th

Creche Nativity

13th

Golf Committee Combined Dinner

19th – 21st The Pack Holiday Club

Week Three

21st

The Pack Christmas Disco

Week Five

17th Cheltenham Open Evening Racing Event

24th

Club closes 4pm

17th

Golf Annual Dinner Dance

25th

Christmas Day closed

18th

Team Tennis

18th

Children In Need Swimming Gala

26th Club open 10am – 4pm.

Wear Park closed

Week Four 20th

Ladies Golf AGM Dinner

22nd

Golf AGM

23rd

Thai Themed Dinner

25th

Golf Captains’ Drive In

Week Five 30th

DCGU Annual Golf Dinner

31st

New Years Eve Moulin Rouge Ball

31st New Years Eve in Wear Park Bar and Restaurant

January Week One 1st Club open 10am – 4pm.

Wear Park closed 25th

Burns Night

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Investing in the future

As many of you are aware the club is undergoing major re-development planning to ensure our facilities are of the standards you expect as members and visitors.

We have plans being drawn up for developments to the layout, services and decor here at the club, but we are also investing in our team as we know that to provide an excellent experience consistently we need excellent staff who are trained well and who are passionate about working in a leisure environment. A part of this commitment is our apprentice scheme, which has been a great success for both the individuals involved and for the club.

A focus on Matthew Carde, apprentice in Wear Park Bar and Restaurant kitchen Matthew Carde started at Exeter Golf and Country Club as a Commis Chef in March 2011, when he enrolled on an apprenticeship at Exeter College. His NVQ 2, which should have taken a year, only took him 6 months and he feels much of this is down to the combination of hands-on experience with days at college, which can only be achieved through apprenticeships.

His catering experience before joining the team was in its very early stages, although his passion for food was much more advanced.

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Matthew said, “Joining the kitchen team at Wear Park Bar and Restaurant was a huge step forwards at first, with a very sharp learning curve.

We produce high standards of banqueting food along with creating dishes more aligned to fine dining. I love the creativity and variety involved here and working with a team of such experienced chefs has helped enormously.”

Matthew accompanied Head Chef, Rob Drakett at the Exeter Golf and Country Club cookery demonstration at the Exeter Festival of South West Food and Drink earlier this year, making their signature dish of twicebaked Devon blue cheese soufflé.

Head Chef, Rob Drakett who during his 30 year career as a chef worked as a college lecturer and is a real advocate of the apprenticeship scheme to develop the chefs of the future.

Rob said “Apprenticeships are a great way for trainees to develop their technical skills in a college environment whilst gaining valuable experience in the workplace. A kitchen like ours offers an ideal opportunity for experiencing a wide-range of styles and methods, from fine dining to banqueting. Matthew is a real asset to our kitchen and his enthusiasm and passion adds to the creativity of the team as a whole.”

Matthew has another 2 years to go until he is fully qualified and hopes to specialise as a pastry chef mainly due to the delicate creativity involved, his sweet tooth and his love of desserts!

The Academy We have introduced a new 2 year development programme for our team called 'The Academy'.

Team members and new starters will have the opportunity to embark on this programme in which they will experience all areas of the club, learning a diversity of skills and leadership development before focussing on the area which suits them best. Aaron England who you may know from his work in the Sports Bar is the first team member to embark on the programme, starting with Reception.

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Club fundraising saves lives

The hard-work and generosity of members at Exeter Golf and Country Club has helped save the life of a golfer who suffered a near-fatal heart attack whilst visiting the club.

Paul Savill, who has a history of heart problems was suddenly taken ill following a golf day at the club and endured a heart attack which stopped his heart.

threatening heart attack and that by having a defibrillator available we were able to take immediate action which saved him.

Quick acting members of the Exeter Golf and Country Club team retrieved the defibrillator, which had been purchased in 2011 as a result of a year of fundraising by the Club President at the time, Allan Wilson. Thankfully, medial professionals Gael and Maurice Salzmann were also present at the golf day and they used the defibrillator on Mr Savill to restart his heart, shortly before paramedics from South Western Ambulance Service arrived.

“We have wanted to purchase a defibrillator for a number of years and thanks to the fundraising efforts of our Club President last year, we were finally able to do so. Of course, we hoped it would not be necessary to use it, however thankfully it was here when we did. As a club we are grateful to all our members for donating towards this vital piece of equipment which has proved its worth in a very short time.

Mr Savill has since undergone surgery and is in a good condition recovering.

Martin Halse, General Manager the club said, “We are delighted that Mr Savill is recovering well following his life-

Mr Savill and his wife – the defibrillator saved his life

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Following the purchase of the defibrillator, club member and Consultant Cardiologist, Dr Manish Gandhi held a Defibrillator Awareness Evening at the club last year with over 60 attendees from both the staff and membership. The seminar included information about how and when to use a defibrillator followed by a demonstration.

Martin Halse continued, “I am most grateful to everyone who helped save Mr Savill and for everyone involved in the fundraising for the defibrillator.

“Our team of first aiders were all very shocked by the incident and we are incredibly proud that they acted so quickly in helping Mr Savill. Our priority has always been the health and safety of all our guests at the club. The importance of having this small piece of equipment has been brought home to us all.”

“We are a large site and have over 4300 members, who use our golf course, tennis and squash courts, gym and pools so it’s good to know we are equipped to deal with an emergency of this kind in those critical minutes before the paramedics arrive, which of course would always be the first point of call in any emergency here.”

Gael and her husband Maurice used the defibrillator to save Mr Savill

Allan Wilson and Lucy McNally – Allan led the fundraising for the defibrillator. Lucy helped Mr Savill on the evening.

Include stays in delightful Devon with the thrill of racehorse ownership Giles Cross winning the Betfred Grand National Trial at Haydock.

Become a sole owner with Victor Dartnall, one of the county’s leading National Hunt trainers, or join one of our racing syndicates We have many winners at West Country tracks, as well as nationally, and are one of the leading trainers at Exeter with a 23% strike race and £43.49 profit from a £1.00 stake.

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In the past five seasons we have exceeded £1 million in prize money, and regularly train important Saturday winners.

THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 2011-2012 SEASON WERE: GILES CROSS Betfred Grand National Trial, Haydock GILES CROSS totepool Southern National Handicap Chase AMBION WOOD European Breeders’ Fund paddypower.com [1] National Hunt Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Final, Sandown EXMOOR RANGER United House Gold Cup Handicap Chase, Ascot

JOIN IN THE FUN OF RACEHORSE OWNERSHIP AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE We have opportunities to join our racing syndicates for the 2012-2013 season for just £160 per month. If you are interested in joining or would like to become an owner of a racehorse, please call Victor Dartnall on 01598 710280.

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Steven Hall test drives the captivating new BMW 6 Series, 640d M Sport Gran CoupĂŠ with lunch at Exeter Golf and Country Club

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On a bright summers day in July I arrive at

sheer good looks of a classic BMW Coupé with

headlights, automatic 2-zone air conditioning,

Westerly Exeter BMW part of the Westerly Group

luxurious appeal. It is a combination that spawns

leather upholstery and electric seat adjustment

covering Devon, Dorset, Cornwall and Somerset,

a

with

the largest authorised BMW dealership in the

product personality which is, for me, symbolic

equipment available includes Adaptive LED

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of the pure BMW aesthetic.", says Adrian van

Headlights and the Bang & Olufsen High-End

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Surround Sound System. Furthermore, the M

Design. As I gilde towards the M5 I can but

Sports package will also be available as an

agree with a smile on my face.

option for the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupé, or

6 Series Gran Coupé. Following the convertible

Driving dynamics, smooth performance and

buyers may prefer the BMW Individual package

and the Coupé in the BMW 6 Series, this

efficiency are the hallmarks of the TwinPower

designed specifically for this vehicle.

new exclusive model is the true embodiment of

Turbo engines available for the BMW 6 Series

aesthetics, sportiness, comfort and luxury in perfect

Gran Coupé. Furthermore, the BMW 650i Gran

As for the design: Sporty elegance and exclusive

form. The lean elegance of this vehicle, the very

Coupé will be the first model offered with a

first four-door Coupé in the history of BMW, is truly

new and more efficient V8 engine that delivers

an exceptional phenomenon. Powerful engines

an impressive 330 kW/450 hp. This engine,

and the advanced chassis technology contribute

just like the six-cylinder power units in the BMW

to a sporty and dynamic driving experience.

640i Gran Coupé and the BMW 640d Gran

The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupé is also

Coupé, is offered as standard in conjunction

distinguished

and

with an eight-speed Sport automatic transmission

in width, with a height of 1,392 millimetres. The

equipment, roominess for rear passenger comfort

and proven BMW EfficientDynamics technology.

car's proportions are unmistakably BMW, from the

and remarkable advanced functionality that is

Standard equipment on all models also includes

long bonnet with its bold contours to the elegance

unusual even for an upscale, four-door Coupé.

the Driving Experience button with ECO PRO

of the extended wheelbase (2,968 millimetres)

For example, folding rear seatbacks and an

Mode and the Auto Start Stop function.

and the set-back passenger compartment.

The distinctive character of the BMW 6 series

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and luxurious interior, not to mention the wide

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range of standard equipment, such as Xenon

flat roofline that smoothly flows into the rear end.

Time to collect the keys to the

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Time for lunch and where better than Exeter Golf

Of course, as the club’s name suggests, golf

The low and graceful lines of this automobile are

and Country Club, the club is renowned for being

remains as important to the club as it has ever

especially impressive when looking at the side

the region’s finest member’s club, but what lies

been, however a wide range of sport and leisure

profile. The recessed passenger compartment

facilities are also available including a new gym

appears low and smoothly stretched because the

and beautifully refurbished indoor swimming pool

window silhouette extends deep into the C pillar.

behind the grand Georgian exterior, once home to the distinguished Duckworth family for more than a century. With ancient history dating back to the time of Henry III, Wear Park was purchased in 1804 by Admiral Sir Thomas Duckworth who re-built the Wear House, recognised today as one of Exeter’s most beautiful historic buildings.

which together are unrivalled by any other leisure venue in the region.

As I head home to Salcombe down the A38 the front, chrome elements, unique to the Gran Coupé, separate the air intake from the fog lights, underlining the firm resolve expressed in the look of this car.

Exeter Golf and Country Club history at Wear House dates back to 1929. With an 18 hole course designed by the famous James Braid, the Club has flourished during its 81 year history.

The 6023 yard golf course is set amongst ancient Oaks, Lime, Redwood and Horse Chestnut trees, with a grass 250m driving range and the region’s only short game area, plus private lessons and

The frameless door windows are also a design element indicative of a sporty Coupé.

In addition, the elongated side windows optimise the incidence of light to enhance the feeling of spaciousness in the interior. The characteristic Hofmeister kink that flows into the C pillar

The standard dual Xenon round headlights (for

encompasses exclusively embossed "Gran Coupé"

high and low beams) feature three-dimensional

lettering behind the glass in the lower corners of the

LED rings that are typically BMW in appearance

rear windows to denote the fascinating elegance

and which create a unique and functional light architecture for the night-time driving experience.

With the optional Adaptive LED Headlights,

and personality of this automobile.

The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupé went on sale

the light rings are slightly flat at the top and bottom.

in six-cylinder petrol and diesel form this June,

High and low beams are generated with the LED

with the 443bhp V8 arriving in September and

units that are positioned on horizontal ribs across

a super-hot M6 version expected in spring 2013.

teaching studios are available with the on-site

each of the light rings, projecting their light on the

Prices start at £61,390, with the diesel (the UK’s

PGA Golf Professional.

reflectors facing them.

most popular model) starting at £63,900.

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Bonfire Night If you attend only one event at the club this year, Bonfire Night should be the one!

Of course, there are plenty of events all year round and this year we are planning some fantastic seasonal celebrations for Christmas and the New Year, but why wait ‘til then?

Bonfire Night is big! It has always been one of the highlights of the year here at the club, and every year we offer even more than the year before!

This year is no exception...last year so many members said how much they loved the firework show so this year we are going to make it even bigger! So come along and join your friends and family on the pathways surrounding the putting green, on the veranda of Wear Park Bar and Restaurant, and at the back of the Sports and Family Bar on the patio for a night to remember!

With a huge bonfire, a barbeque, toffee apples, bouncy castle and a children’s fancy dress disco, there’s lots going on for all the family.

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Plus this year for the first time, we are welcoming the Marines Band along who will be performing during the evening.

If you want to make a real night of it, book into Wear Park Bar and Restaurant for dinner before or after the firework show!

Tickets are on sale now so take advantage of the advanced booking discount available until 5th October! The more tickets we sell before 5th October, the bigger the firework display!

Ticket prices: ■ £6 per adult before 5th October, £8 after or on the gate ■ £4 per child before 5th October, £6 after or on the gate ■ £17 per family (2 adults and 2 children) before 5th October, £22 after or on the gate

Junior membership Welcome to Lucy McNally, our new Junior Membership Manager.

Lucy has been very busy so far developing the Holiday Club, which this summer has been more successful than ever before, and introducing more events for our younger members.

Starting with the Mini Olympics early in the summer and moving on to the Adventure Trip to Haldon, our junior members have had plenty to choose from entertainment-wise.

Lucy has much more planned and here is an insight into some of the events coming up to keep your children active and happy!

Theatrebugs For the under 5’s we have the Theatrebugs coming in for a workshop of song and dance.

We will be running this alongside a Teddy Bears Picnic on 8th September.

Creche

From 10-12. Costs are £3 for over 3 years old and £2 for under 3 years old.

We have launched a new timetable of fun creche activities which will be available on the website and on the Pack noticeboards. These include exploring the outdoors, creating ‘bug jugs’, playing with gloop and taking part in face-paint parades. Ask the Creche Team for details.

Film on a Friday

After-School Club

For some evening entertainment during the cold winter months we will be starting a ‘Cinema’ screening every Friday night. Junior members can request films by speaking to Lucy. Popcorn and confectionary will be available and a selection of soft drinks.

From October we will be starting an afterschool club on a Monday at 4.30pm. This will include a variety of sports and activities such as table tennis, cricket, art and football.

Each session will cost £3.50.

A day of festive fun On the 22nd December we will have a day of festive fun, including making and decorating Gingerbread men at midday, followed by the chance to make a wish list for Santa. In the afternoon, meet Santa in his grotto and have your photo taken!

Christmas Carol Concert We are also hosting a Christmas Carol Concert, giving Juniors the chance to showcase their musical talents to their friends and families.

Tickets include a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie.

Dates and price tbc.

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Jackpot Jeans, L/S t-shirt and jacket

High Fashion at the Country Club We take a sneak preview of the Iris Boutique autumn/ winter collection Iris Boutique located at 2 Upper Paul Street off Gandy Street; one of Exeter’s oldest historical streets known for independent boutiques, wine bars and unique shopping.

Onwers Marion Harbinson and Nichola Hartley mother and daughter team; have gained a loyal following for stylish wearable clothing and capsule wardrobes, promoting a lifestyle and pleasant shopping experience, emphasizing personal service.

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Jackpot mix fabric top , scarf £19.95, Trouser

Stocking contemporary brands from across Europe including; Elisa Cavaletti, Turnover, Lauren Vidal, Part Two, Jackpot, InWear, Noa Noa, Jonny Q Jeans, NYDJ, Unisa shoes and Lupo Bags.

Iris’s Autumn/Winter collection expect to see: prints, stripes and textures mixed with sophisticated earthy neutrals to nude’s tones and soft pinks, with highlights in bottle green, blue, rich raisin and tan.

You will find chunky knits with soft layers alongside print chiffons and draped fabrics and those all important great fit denims.

When buying the collections Marion and Nichola buy in small capsules, starting with core basics then adding high light pieces.

This style of buying works well for their customers Marion said ’the clothes blend beautiful together and outfits are already put together for our customers to find, whether they are looking for day wear, smart casual or occasion wear.’

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Contact: Queenstreet Carpets & Furnishings Church Road, Alphington, EXETER, Devon EX2 8SW Tel: 01392 433292 • E: info@queenstreet.co.uk www.queenstreet.co.uk

Queenstreet Rolls Out ‘The Red Carpet’ Long established independent retailer Queenstreet Carpets & Furnishings based in Exeter has completed the extensive refurbishment of their carpet and flooring department.

The family run company has invested over £50,000 in the newly designed and designated flooring area situated within their large showroom at Alphington. It boasts a larger range of flooring and includes updated lighting to make it easier for customers to select colours and textures.

The company has been passed down through the family and is now operated by brothers Mark and Gary Dixie, who continue to run the business with the same traditional values whilst bringing the showroom and products bang up to date.

The family run business founded in 1967 by husband and wife team Malcolm and Nikki Dixie is well known in the local area for building a reputation of trust, reliability and high quality products. Originally based in Queen Street in Exeter, the business quickly expanded and moved to substantially larger premises in Alphington where it remains to this day.

Gary Dixie Director says: “Although the shop frontage looks deceptively small, customers are constantly amazed when they enter the extensive showroom with 12,000 sq ft of retail space including three large departments of beds, furniture and flooring all under one roof. To ensure we are ahead of the pack in terms of development, we have now invested a substantial

sum in refurbishing the carpet and flooring department.

Customers can now expect an even larger choice of flooring and it will now be easier to browse through the mind boggling choice of flooring products, with help and guidance from our friendly team of experts. We want to make it a much more pleasurable shopping experience for our loyal retail and commercial customers and to try and attract new ones.”

There are also plans to make further investment throughout the remaining bed and furnishings departments over the next 12 – 24 months. In the last ten years the team has grown to 12 employees with significant experience in product knowledge, delivery & installation and flooring fitting.

The company has expanded their offering in many areas including luxurious carpets from Axminster, hard flooring from Karndean and Natural floorings from Crucial Trading.

Says Gary: “We remain focused on providing quality flooring at great prices and still hold a large stock of carpets on display in the centre of the new showroom; this means customers will have quick delivery on many products. We are also major stockists of Persian and Modern rugs so we can accommodate all tastes and styles, whether traditional or contemporary.

We believe no other local retailer offers the flooring choice we now have at Queenstreet, as well as the ability to choose furniture and beds at the same time all under one roof in a friendly and relaxed environment.”

Photographs taken by Mark Campbell of On the Mark Photography

Holiday of a Lifetime If you were asked where would you go for the holiday of a lifetime what would be your choice – The Caribbean, China, Australia or even a roundthe-world cruise. Well Frances and I chose our dream holiday. It was 15 days to Canada, The Rockies and a cruise to Alaska’s Glacier Bays.

We were collected from home and chauffeur driven to Heathrow. We flew to Calgary and onto Banff National Park all 2564 sq. miles of it, touring Castle Mountain, Lake Louise and the Fairmont Chateau at Lake Louise.

The lake was still frozen and the Mountains looking unbelievable covered in snow, a real winter wonderland.

Then from Banff we boarded the Rocky Mountaineer train – we went Gold Leaf which meant the glass domed carriage with full A la Carte menus for two days to Vancouver.

This has been voted one of the ten things to do before you die. A worthy contender, totally unforgettable. We visited Vancouver Island, the world famous Butchart Gardens and Victoria, the capital, then back to Vancouver to board

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Holland America’s cruise ship MS Volendam for a seven day cruise up to Alaska Bay.

about 40 feet up trees and almost dropping straight back down.

We cruised to Juneau and went whale watching, we also saw sea lions and bald-headed eagles, and what scenery. Then onto Skagway, a coach tour right up into the Rocky Mountains, frozen lakes and thick snow everywhere.

Then back to Vancouver for the final day to visit Stanley Park (Vancouver’s Richmond Park) and then onto Capilano Suspension Bridge and Park.

On the way back we boarded a real Wild West type train – from about 1880 – back to Skagway. The mountains were picture perfect. Then onto and into Glacier Bay, the water was thick with ice and we saw massive glaciers, hundreds of feet wide and sections falling into the sea. Finally we visited Ketchican and were treated to a real live Lumberjack show.

The Suspension Bridge is 450’ long and 230’ above the river below. This is a real “Indiana Jones” type bridge and to see Frances walk over and back was the highlight I shall never forget.

Sadly back to Vancouver Airport and home.

This really is in the top ten things to do if you haven’t already been, you have got to save your pennies and put it at the top of your list. A mind blowing experience and adventure.

To see these guys perform – chopping heavy logs between their feet, log rolling and climb

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The view from the dentistry frontline …

Many EGCC members will now be patients of The Whyte House Dental Practice in Topsham, following the retirement of Mike Gregory from The Greenkeeper’s Cottage within the grounds. So it seemed like the perfect time to interview practice owner, Dr Grant McAree Cosmetic Dentist, to hear his thoughts on all things dental!

How would you sum up your approach to Cosmetic Dentistry?

What do you think of dental treatments seen on extreme makeover-type shows?

Conservative – my overriding aim is to preserve the natural teeth as far as clinically possible. I don’t believe in destructive quick-fix solutions. Your teeth are precious and can last you a lifetime.

They’re certainly made to shock – patient cases are selected for maximum impact.

What have been the biggest changes in Dentistry in recent years?

The explosion of cosmetic dentistry – it’s no longer just about check-ups and silver fillings – and patients shopping around, wanting choice, affordable options and excellent customer care, before, during and after.

What’s the best thing about your job?

Every day is different – nothing stays still in the world of dentistry. There are so many new treatment options now, including ‘invisible’ braces and dental implants for replacing missing teeth.

In reality, a quite small change, like realigning a couple of teeth, can have a dramatic effect, which is just as exciting but doesn’t make as good TV. What are your top tips for looking after your teeth?

Use an electric brush – they’re more efficient than ‘normal’ brushes plus you’re less likely to brush too hard and wear away your enamel and gums. Clean between teeth with floss or interdental brushes – it’s just as important.

Don’t miss check-ups, so problems can be sorted early on – less damage, less worry, less cost. Cut down on sugar and acidic drinks.

What’s going to be the next big thing?

Denture implants – handcrafted, bespoke dentures held in place by dental implants, which give the dentures something to hold onto, making them more comfortable and secure.

Which celeb’s teeth would you like to do?

Simon Cowell’s! I must be asked every week, especially by patients who come in for whitening treatment, “Will I look like Simon Cowell?” Truth is, you won’t.

I’m pretty sure he’s had veneers, not whitening.

And in any case, you’re always in control of how white you wish your teeth to go and can choose to stop when you reach your desired result.

What makes you smile?

Hearing patients say how happy they are to have their smile back!

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